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The long walk for water

But nobody will say exactly how many names are in B.C. police database Jennifer Moreau staff reporter

B.C.’s solicitor general is disputing an estimate from the B.C. Civil Liberties Association that as many as 85 per cent of British Columbians are listed in PRIME-BC, a police database used to track criminals. “It is wrong to suggest that 85 per cent of British Columbians’ names are entered into PRIME,” said Solicitor General Shirley Bond in a statement sent to The Vancouver Sun. “In fact, many are multiple calls involving the same people. Names are retained for a minimum of two years, and privacy is maintained through federal and provincial privacy legislation.” The B.C. Civil Liberties PRIME Page 8

THE YOUTH VOTE Is there one?

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Water for Life: Mark Angelo, chair of BCIT’s Rivers Institute, with a group of Karo people in the Omo Valley of Ethiopia. Last summer in Africa, Angelo walked alongside women who trekked for hours every day to the nearest water source. The experience inspired him to organize Water for Life, a benefit concert at the Michael J. Fox Theatre on April 7.

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ark Angelo will never look at water the same way after last summer in Ethiopia, Africa. The avid river conservationist was visiting Shivela, a village of about 100 Hamer people who live in woodframe huts with no electricity and no running water. Hamers are a long-isolated ethnic group from the Omo Valley in southern Ethiopia. They live in valley’s foothills, far from the river. Their land is called the “poisoned paradise” – beautiful but arid, and it’s a treacherous 15-kilometre trek to the nearest water source from Shivela.

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One day, Angelo rose around 6 a.m. to join the women on their walk for water. It took three hours. “We filled up our jerrycans and our calabash gourds. Everyone was carrying about 40 pounds each, and it took us four hours to get back. We didn’t get back till one in the afternoon, and it’s something they do every day,” Angelo says. “When I got back, I was pretty exhausted, yet that was just the beginning of their day.” Upon return, the women started the rest of the chores – looking after animals and preparing meals. But that journey marked Angelo. While water is a matter of life and death in the Omo Valley, it’s readily available at BCIT, where

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The youth vote: Why don’t they engage? Ashley Owens staff reporter

When it comes time for an election, statistics show that young people are less likely to go to the ballot box. But if you ask experts and young people why that is, there are conflicting opinions. In the 2008 federal general election, an estimated 39.2 per cent of 18 to 24-yearolds in B.C. voted, according to Elections Canada. And with federal election campaigns underway, the level of actively political youth is again in question. Statistics reveal that as you age, the chances that you will mark a ballot increases.Compared to the youth vote percentage of 39.2 in 2008, 49.8 per cent of 25 to 34-year-olds voted in the federal general election. The 35 to 44 age group rose to 52.6 per cent. The numbers continued to climb as 57.4 per cent of 45 to 54-year-olds voted, 62.2 per cent of 55 to 64-year-olds voted and the highest percentage of voters was in the 65 to 74-year age range at 66 per cent. B.C. residents 75 and older sat at a 63 per cent Larry Wright/burnaby now voting rate. One reason why young people tend to Kennedy tapes: The NDP’s federal candidate for Burnaby-Douglas, Kennedy Stewart (at left) hosts a video corner at Simon stray from politics may be due to the fact Fraser University where students have 30 seconds to speak their minds. that kids are not learning too much about Canada’s political system in school, according to Douglas College political science their own, so they tend to have a higher involved. They would like to see something polls. disregard for voting. done about the high cost of an education. But SFU student leader and immediate department chair Darin Nesbitt. Once a person gains these roles, the inter“A lot of students are facing tuition fees,” past president of the SFU Young Liberals “Why would you participate in a game he said. “Students in British Columbia are Benjamin Lee said that young people can that you don’t understand?” he said. The est develops more, according to Nesbitt. SFU’s political science student union graduating with $27,000 in debt.” participate in alternatives to politics to be youth of today generates lower voter turnstated that with exams, papers Acierno said SFU will be handing out heard. out, and many are not given and presentations needing to information and promoting a vote camthe tools to learn about their “As a collective, be done, little time is left to paign to encourage students to head to the Youth Page 4 country’s politics until they hit post-secondary school. students are naive focus on the election. Sam Reynolds is part of the But SFU tenured associate and ignorant. union. “As a collective, stuprofessor and NDP candidate dents are naïve and ignorant,” Students want for Burnaby-Douglas Kennedy he said by e-mail. “Students Stewart said that students everything and want everything and contribseem to be very knowledgeable contribute noth- ute nothing.” when it comes to elections and President of the union, politics in general. ing.” Paige MacKenzie said there is He thinks that young people a mindset amongst Canadians simply feel unwelcome. SAM REYNOLDS SFU student that everyone is sick of elecNesbitt said there is no tions and having four elections reason that political science in seven years is too much. should not be taught starting She said these negative in primary school, especially since there has been talk of dropping the opinions further discourage young voters to get involved. voting age to 16. “Students are really going to have to Nesbitt also said high levels of cynicism are partially to blame for the lack of interest look past that and see how the issues affect or knowledge about politics. He said that them both directly and indirectly and make sometimes people feel they do not have that a priority,” MacKenzie said. But Simon Fraser Student Society extermuch confidence or ability to make a difnal relations officer Kyle Acierno said ference. Larry Wright/burnaby now People from age 18 to 24 generally the upcoming election is a popular topic haven’t established themselves in careers, amongst students. He said under funding Embracing youth: A group of young people sport T-shirts endorsing Ken Low, in the community or within a family of at universities has prompted students to get the Liberal candidate for Burnaby-Douglas.

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City senior struck by car Vancouver police are looking for witnesses in a Monday morning accident where a Burnaby senior was hit by a car in Downtown Vancouver. At around 11 a.m. Monday, the 81-yearold Burnaby senior was crossing Hornby Street at Smithe Street in the crosswalk when he was struck by a car heading west-

bound on Smithe. That area is a relatively busy part of the downtown core and the police are appealing for witnesses who may have seen the accident to come forward and contact the Vancouver Police Department’s collision unit at 604-717-3012. - with files from Postmedia

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He said volunteering in the community is another way for students to be engaged. And getting involved with the community could lead to a stronger interest in politics. “If you vote once at a young age, then you’re more likely to vote again,” he said. Stewart understands why young people might shy away from the political world. “Often campaigns are unfriendly places and elections are all negative and it just turns people off. Why would you go somewhere where people don’t want you?” said

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Bad earthquake advice is making the rounds Burnaby official tells people to stick with the ‘drop, cover and hold on’ approach Janaya Fuller-Evans staff reporter

Don’t rely on unsubstantiated e-mails to keep you safe in a quake – that’s the recommendation of Burnaby’s emergency program coordinator. An e-mail that is once again making the rounds, on the Triangle of Life survival theory by Doug Copp, came up during an interview about earthquake and emergency preparedness with Charmaigne Pflugrath, coordinator for the program. “It’s not supported by the City of Burnaby,” she said of the theory. The Triangle of Life e-mail, usually described as an extract from an article by Doug Copp – identified as a disaster manager with private company American Rescue Team International – states that ducking and covering under furniture could kill you. Instead, the e-mail recommends getting beside objects or pieces of furniture. It also suggests getting near the outer walls, or outside of buildings, during a quake. “Look at any images that are available (of earthquake damage in places like Christchurch, New Zealand),” Pflugrath said. “Look at the damage to the exterior of the building.” She also pointed out that it is almost impossible to move or walk during an earthquake, and can be dangerous to do so. The theory is based on very different building codes than those in Burnaby, Pflugrath said. The City of Burnaby stands behind the “Drop, cover and hold on” approach to earthquakes, which is also promoted by the Canadian Red Cross, she added. Pflugrath’s program – made up of three staff members and more than 300 volunteers – coordinates communication and

provides information to the public, businesses and city staff on what to do in emergencies. Residents are always welcome to apply to join the program as volunteers, Pflugrath said. The city asks for a two-year commitment and the process includes filling out an application and undergoing a criminal record check. The program, which is part of the city’s public safety department, offers presentations to train residents, businesses and city staff on emergency procedures. The program’s website also contains information for residents, including videos on creating an emergency plan and kit. Presentations are provided on request, so long as the time requested is available, according to Pflugrath. Residents can even invite friends and family, and host the presentations in their homes, she said, adding presentations can be made to small groups of eight or so. “If even one person walks away from a presentation ready to make a kit, then I’ve done a good job,” she said. Presentations are tailored specifically to each group, she added, so she couldn’t give exact details on what one might include. Practising drop, cover and hold-on drills is an important part of preparing, Pflugrath said. “It takes 17 times to form a habit,” she added. Other tips Pflugrath offered include making sure to keep at least two litres of water on hand for every person in your household per day, preferably four. “When you’re in a higher state of anxiety, you drink more water,” she said, adding four litres per person is ideal. “I would like to see (everyone) have that, in a perfect world.” Households should keep enough water on hand for at least three to seven days. For more information on the program’s presentations, video guides and volunteer opportunities, go to http://bit.ly/ glM9m4. jfuller-evans@burnabynow.com

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Why are we debating this debate again?

By the time you read this, we sincerely up a bit of interest. But, alas, we should know better. hope Elizabeth May has been included Consider the media excitement when in the election debate. At press time she Stephen Harper said he would take on was launching a federal lawsuit to force Michael Ignatieff in a one-on-one debate. TV executives to let her join the leadWhat could be better? Reduce ers’ debate. If reason prevails, politics to a mano-a-mano fight. she should be in the debate, Reduce a debate on policy to a but we’ve seen this tawdry Burnaby NOW he-said, he-said yelling match. little show of media arrogance Media execs salivate at the possibility of before. In fact, it’s such a ridiculous rerun that reducing anything with any complexity to the simplest human – or more accuwe thought for a moment that the TV rately inhuman – equation. (And for comexecs were just doing it again to drum

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plete transparency here, let us be clear, we are members of the same media “family,” and those genes are in our branch of the family tree as well. Albeit in a kinder, gentler fashion. ) But there are times in this country when our democratic principles and sense of fair play should outweigh our desire to provide simple entertainment. Federal elections are one of those occasions. Boring as it may seem, voters need to hear different opinions, different approaches and longer answers.

One of the arguments for leaving May out of the debates is that the Green party is not a true player given its low popularity. How on earth can the Greens gain popularity if they can’t even get access to one small part of the federal debate? Will the Greens gain traction if they are on the stage? We don’t know. But what we do know is that it doesn’t matter. What matters is that Canadians get to have as much information as possible, and one small media and political boys’ club shouldn’t be able to stop that.

Citizens should support MPs

clearly than ever before, the need ad as I am to be faced to stand by and support my politwith another election, and ical representatives, in listening to another six weeks of hardto-stomach hateful ads and rheto- both their frustrations and hopes. As I see the cameras in the ric, I am also fully accepting of House of Commons pan over the the reality that well over half of MPs in TV coverage, I wonder our elected representatives have how many Conservative clearly spoken to the MPs would truthfully dysfunctional state and publicly comment, if of our present parliaMary Leslie they could, on how hard mentary reality. it can be to “share space with” That carries a lot of weight and respect the style of our curand concern for me. How often rent PM and certain of their feldo we stop to recognize the siglow Conservative members, and nificant toll, personal, emotional, of the support they could use. mental and spiritual, on our I believe there are some fine, elected representatives of sitdedicated persons of integrity, ting through hours, weeks and very respectful of parliamentary months of the too often acrimoprocess, who are deeply comnious, mean-spirited dialogue mitted to their constituents and (more so with this current govto an orderly, respectful process erning party than perhaps previof government among all of our ously in our history), of the deep elected MPs. We need to discern frustration of seeing the changes who they are and how we can and work they desperately want listen to and support them more to see accomplished, thwarted fully. by delays or refusals to provide I believe as citizens, we have a timely information, or majority role to play in not only what hapvotes in the House of Commons pens in our House of Commons, not honoured, or scuttled by a but also in how it happens. Our partisan non-elected senate? circle of control and influence Ten years ago, I made an may be limited, but it is signifiappointment to meet with my cant, and perhaps never greater MLA, for the first time ever. than during an election camWe spoke of cuts being made, paign. of his aspirations for running We can make our voices heard for office and of our respective in the local campaign offices (they political concerns. As my “15 tend to listen!), in all-candidates minutes only” time was nearmeetings, or when campaigners ing the end, 40 minutes later, he visit or call. If even 10 per cent of genuinely commented, “Thank you SO much for coming.” At that moment, I understood, more Politics Page 7

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Plan must look at homelessness

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The social sustainability strategy draft report to city council is a professional and well-written document. It is the result of diligent city planners who have facilitated an extremely complex process utilizing a steering committee and six working groups. We appreciate that Burnaby citizens are being given an opportunity to provide input and suggestions to this draft document in a public process. The Burnaby Task Force On Homelessness strongly supports the city’s vision of Burnaby as a city in which people have their basic needs met, where all members of the community are included and where people are compassionate and care about each other.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Share input with the city continued from page 6

The Burnaby Task Force on Homelessness is committed to working with all levels of government, the health authority, social service agencies, business, faith communities, and concerned citizens to ensure the provision of housing, support services, and adequate income for Burnaby residents who are without housing or at risk of homelessness in Burnaby. The Burnaby Task Force On Homelessness strongly urges Burnaby citizens to take this opportunity to clearly and respectfully let the City of Burnaby, and subsequently other levels of government, know that this is the kind of city in which we all wish to live. Please express your opinions by filling out the online survey by April 15 at www. burnaby.ca. Wanda Mulholland, Burnaby Task Force On

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Responsibility and liberty

Dear Editor:

Re: Journalism is about facts first, by Simma Holt (In My Opinion, Burnaby NOW, March 23). It is good to hear from Simma Holt again, and she gives some excellent advice to the young man who is so eager to express his opinions without censure in the school paper. There are certainly responsibilities that go with every liberty. Simma ponders the future of journalism, and is not too positive in her conjectures of where it will all lead. She does point out however, that there is some leniency should Elias decide to get into the editorial side of journalism. This would be similar to the “In My Opinion” column of this paper where she expounds on the superiority of the late Prime Minister, Pierre Elliott Trudeau. Certainly an opinion not held by vast hordes of people who remember his particular Gallic arrogance. Larry Bennett, Burnaby

No room for thought?

Dear Editor:

Re: Journalism is about facts first, by Simma Holt (In My Opinion, Burnaby

NOW, March 23). Simma Holt has one clear message for young adults (“Journalism is about facts first”): obey the boss. No room for independent thought and critical thinking. But instead of hectoring a high school student, Ms. Holt should have directed her complaints to the minister of education. It is a “fact” Ms. Holt: Social Studies 11 curriculum states that “students are encouraged to think critically, evaluate information, and practise effective communication.” If Elias Ishak is guilty of anything, it is taking that curriculum goal seriously, and expecting that the principal of his school would too. Mordecai Briemberg, Burnaby

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seen to date. We can use our small, but vital influence right now. We have voices as well as votes. We have seen leadership changes in B.C. that seemed impossible just weeks earlier. Let us not overlook that change is possible federally also. Mary Leslie is a voter in Burnaby-Douglas.

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PRIME: More names in database than adults in B.C. continued from page 1 job and school opportuniAssociation came up with ties. We also know that the the estimate based on the lat- information in it is so inacest report for PRIMECorp, curate that it can’t be relied the Crown corporation that on even for a count of how administers the database. many people are in it.” Bond’s office issued this The report indicates that the database has more than statement: “Half of people in PRIME 4.4 million “master name records,” while B.C. Stats are complainants including estimated that the province people reporting a crime, had more than 3.8 million people who are the subject of a complaint, people older a witness, regthan 15. A vehicle master name “The simple fact istered owner or drivrecord is a is that they have er. People who listing for one apply for a person that no idea how criminalrecord may include many British check are also various names on PRIME. or aliases. Columbians are Others recordThe assoin the database.” ed on PRIME ciation states include victhat even if a DAVID EBY tims, susquarter of the BCCLA executive director pects, a person master name charged with records are a crime, a perduplicates, 86 per cent of the adult popu- son convicted of a crime. lation of B.C. would still be Of these, only seven per cent were charged with an in the database. The Burnaby NOW asked offence and three per cent Bond’s office how many were suspects.” Eby also found that troupeople were actually listed in the database, or how blesome. “I think it’s remarkable many of the listings were duplicates, and we were that either the error rate is so referred to the police, who high that the database can’t did not respond by press be relied on at all or there’s a significant portion of B.C’s time. “The simple fact is that population in this database. they have absolutely no Either way, there’s an issue idea how many British the minister needs to deal Columbians are in the with,” he said. “The most database,” said David Eby, telling statistic is the small the association’s execu- number of people in this tive director. “That much database that are alleged to is obvious from the solici- have committed a criminal tor general’s statement. offence.” Police use PRIME-BC We know there is a massive database. We know the for criminal record checks. information in it is being According to the associaused to keep people from tion, if someone is listed

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Transit users will have to pull out their Compass to ride the system in 2013. TransLink announced “Compass” as the winner of its smart card naming contest early Thursday morning. Burnaby resident Oleksiy Gayda submitted the name, according to TransLink, and will receive an IPad and a card with a year’s worth of free transit once the new electronic fare card system is running. Compass beat out the other two finalists, Starfish and TPass. The three finalists were selected from the more than 56,000 entries received in the naming contest in October and November, with 14,000 unique names in all. Each faced extensive market research, focus groups and legal and trademark searches before being brought forward to a public vote, according to a press release from TransLink. The names were put to the public to vote on, online or by mail, this winter. TransLink has designed a card that it feels represents the new moniker. The IPad card and system are expected to be introduced by 2013. The Compass is intended to replace cash, passes and FareSaver tickets and allow TransLink to charge riders based on distance traveled, rather than the current boundary system. Faregate turnstiles are also being introduced to prevent fare jumpers from not paying for using transit. The project is estimated to cost $171 million. – Janaya Fuller-Evans, staff reporter

as having “negative police contact,” they can be turned down for jobs or volunteer positions even though negative contact could mean being a witness to a case or living in the basement suite of a house where illegal activity was taking place. According to Bond’s ministry, “when conducting a police record check, police only report on a record if the person was a suspect or was charged. These have to be founded, substantiated complaints, rather than just a police contact, and the information goes to the

applicant, not the potential employer.” But Eby said that was “simply not true” and that his association has taken complaints from people with criminal record checks showing negative police contact even though they were not suspects or charged with a crime. “(We know) because we’re talking to people who have never been charged with anything, who haven’t ever received a ticket,” he said, adding that since the story broke, the association’s phone has been ring-

ing off the hook from affected individuals and employers. “We can provide the minister with countless examples.” Bond has vowed to look into the issue. “As soon as concerns were raised about PRIMEBC, I asked staff to look into the matter, and to work with PRIME-BC. B.C.’s privacy commissioner is reviewing PRIME with respect to this issue. We want to work with the Information and Privacy Commissioner to ensure British Columbians have full confidence that

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of developing water wells,” Angelo says. “That was so apparent to me when I got back from this trek, I thought it would be a very positive thing to establish an event to profile this issue and hopefully raise some funds.” So Angelo organized Water for Life, a benefit set for April 7 at Burnaby’s Michael J. Fox Theatre. The evening starts at 7:30 p.m. and features stories, images, film clips and music. Angelo is the featured THE DETAILS speaker, joined by Holly Arntzen, Kevin Wright and the Dream Band What:Water for Life, with 160 singers from Brentwood benefit concert. Park Elementary. Global TV will When:Thursday, April be filming the show and airing it 7, 7:30 p.m. as a prime time special on June Where:Michael J. 25. Tickets are $35 (plus fees), Fox Theatre, Burnaby. available through Ticketmaster, 1-855-985-5000. Proceeds go to Ticket info:$35 plus Ticketmaster fees. the Nature Trust of B.C. and the African water relief efforts of Call 1-855-985-5000 specify Burnaby as the WaterCan. event location. Angelo is focusing on the importance of water for the show. “We need to be good water stewards, wherever we live. We are citizens of the planet,” he says. In Metro Vancouver, people use about 300 litres of water each day, and Canada has the world’s second-highest rate of water consumption next to the United States. Compare that to the average person in the developing world who uses 10 litres per day for drinking, washing and cooking. Water may be abundant in Canada, but that doesn’t mean we are without issues, Angelo says. “The water we get in B.C. is not distributed evenly,” he says. “(There are) parts of the province where we are already seeing signs of water stress, where demand outstrips supply.” Okanagan and eastern Vancouver Island are examples,

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Car thefts, break-ins plummet in Burnaby Alfie Lau

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While the province has seen an overall 65 per cent decrease in auto theft since 2003, Burnaby has even better results. Since 2003, Burnaby had 77 per cent less vehicle thefts and 51 per cent less break-ins. Those numbers were revealed on Thursday as the provincial government, the Integrated Municipal Provincial Auto Crime Team and ICBC launched this year’s Auto Crime Enforcement Month and announced the addition of “Bait Trailers” in the fight against auto theft. In 2003, the city had 2,280 incidences of vehicle theft, and that number has steadily declined since. In 2004, there were 2,170 instances; 2005 saw 1,610; 2006 saw 1,240; 2007 had 1,130; 2008 had 850; 2009 had 750; and 2010 had 530. For break-ins or theft from autos, the numbers have shown a steady decline, with a couple of blip increases. In 2003, there were 3,770 instances, rising to 4,130 in 2004 before falling to 3,180 in 2005, 2,760 in 2006, 2,680 in 2007 and 2,300 in 2008. In 2009, the numbers went up slightly, to 2,620, before falling to 1,840 in 2010. Comparing the numbers from 2009 to 2010, in Burnaby, there were 29 per cent less vehicle theft incidents and 30 per cent less break-ins. Burnaby RCMP Cpl. Brenda Gresiuk said the decreases are attributable to the Burnaby RCMP’s crime reduction strategies. “We have targeted hot spots, and our goal is to continue to maintain the consistent drops in the auto theft and theft from auto numbers,” said Gresiuk. “The province has seen an unprecedented seven-consecutive-year drop in car thefts since 2003,” Solicitor General Shirley Bond said in a press release. “This is a 65 per cent decrease from 26,000 incidents in 2003 to 9,000 in 2010.” Overall, auto theft in 2010 in the province was down 22 per cent compared to 2009, and thefts from inside vehicles were down 15 per cent compared to the year before – a 61 per cent drop since 2003. Police attribute, in part, the reductions in auto theft to the bait car project that was launched in 2002 in the Lower Mainland. Bait cars and other bait vehicles, including motorcycles, ATVs, boats, snowmobiles and trailers, are waiting to be stolen in nearly all corners of the province. alau@burnabynow.com

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The time to really become familiar with our environment is almost here. Nature trails, canoe rides and bee house-building are just some of the fun activities that will be taking place this month. Earth Fest, a family nature festival hosted by the Wildlife Rescue Association, wants to help you “learn to tread lightly on the environment you love,” according to communications coordinator Yolanda Brooks. Crafts, games and raffles will all be offered. The Fraser River Discovery Centre is one of the community exhibitors that will be offering information. “I anticipate a great day that draws a lot of families that care about the environment,” said Shannon King, education coordinator of Fraser River Discovery Centre. King said the centre has participated in Earth Fest before. Families in atten-

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he launch of the 2011 Vancouver International Auto Show – held for the first time at the Vancouver Convention Center – was reflective of the current Canadian economy: subdued but cautiously optimistic. The show runs through to Sunday, April 3. Here are some of my personal highlights: ◆ General Motors: Much has already been written and said about the all-electric Chevrolet Volt with a range of about 500 kilometres, expected to be available in Canada from this summer. GM also introduced three other new Chevrolet models to watch out for: the Orlando, a small SUV, the Sonic, a compact car, and the Camaro Convertible. ◆ Ford Motor: Following up on the highly successful Ford Fusion, the attention turned to the allnew Ford Focus. It relies on the same platform as the Ford Focus Electric, which can be expected to clock a top speed of 136 km/h. ◆ Chrysler: Chrysler has been busy introducing several refreshed and significantly

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Eye-catching: The Fiat 500 is grabbing plenty of attention at the Vancouver International Auto Show.

est generated from the all-new Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai also introduced the Veloster hatchback coupe. ◆ VW: In its desire to establish a stronger foot-hold in the Canadian market, Volkswagen showcased the all-new Jetta, which has gained a cleaner, more sophisticated look and a very

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Swim teen ready to take her place Tom Berridge

sports editor

Some might call Mariya Chekanovych’s Olympic ambition, the road to Rio. That’s where the now 16-yearold Simon Fraser Aquatics swimmer believes her moment might very well come. “Of course, it’s a matter of time, practice and training,” said Chekanovych, a Grade 11 honour roll student at Burnaby Central Secondary School. “That goal has to be realistic, but now that I’m at the level and close to that level, I just want to get there.” Waiting another five years before putting herself to the test seems a long time by some standards, but Chekanovych, who is part of the swim academy at Simon Fraser University, says it’s all about taking baby steps. At the recent B.C. senior championships at the UBC Aquatic Centre last month, Chekanovych placed fourth in the 200-metre breaststroke behind Olympians Annamay Pierse and Martha McCabe. Two days later, Chekanovych beat out McCabe for a bronze medal in the 100m breast final, finishing in a time of 1:10.74, onetenth of a second behind Pierse’s winning time, despite giving up as much as nine years of age to her much more experienced competition. Chekanovych’s swimming days began in Surrey at the age of nine, shortly after her immigration to Canada from the Ukraine. In the former Soviet republic, Chekanovych grew up competing as a child ballroom dancer. “I was pretty good,” Chekanovych confessed. “I had a large amount of medals and everything. I even went to Poland for an international competition and won bronze.” But she has turned into an even more accomplished swimmer than she ever was on the dance floor. Her swim coach and step-

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Proud achievement: Mariya Chekanovych displays the Victor Davis award she won in March.

father Dmitriy Kononenko recalls a moment when then world medallist Brittany Reimer came to the Surrey Knights swim club for a ‘Swim with the Stars’ event. “I remember Mariya swam very poorly at the meet, but after she said, ‘I want to be better than Brittany.’ Wow, to hear that story from a nine-year-old wanting to be in the Olympics.” It made an immediate impression on Kononenko, but

Chekanovych can scarcely recall the moment. However, her actions have since spoken louder than her lack of memory ever could. “I wanted to show that I was the best. I wanted to prove that someone who just began swimming can achieve amazing things,” she said. Four years later, Chekanovych reached the senior national time standard for the first time in the

100 and 200m breast, and she was subsequently selected to Canada’s youth team as a 13-year-old. In 2009, she won three gold medals and set two meet records at the North American Challenge Cup. She also represented B.C. in the same year at the Canada Summer Games, where she broke longstanding age-group records in both the 100 and 200m breast, just missing an even longer held Canadian mark in the process. Earlier this year, Chekanovych was named one of only six recipients in Canada of a Victor Davis award, a memorial fund set up for the former Olympic champion breaststroker, who died of his injuries resulting from a hit-andrun incident in 1989. The award is a fitting one for Chekanovych says her coach. “Some people swim amazingly fast in practice, but don’t show up in big meets. But Mariya, she swims faster at every swim. It’s no limit for her,” said Kononenko. “If you are fast in practice, no way (should you be) slow in meet.” Chekanovych showed some of that speed at the Canadian world swim trials in Victoria this weekend, finishing fifth in the final of the women’s 200m breast on Wednesday. Chekanovych believes the Canadian national junior team is an achievable goal, but her swim coach thinks even a spot on the senior team could happen. “It’s possible,” Chekanovych admitted. “But right now, I can be part of that (junior) team, for sure. I definitely need to step it up and compete for the other.” And that is likely just what Chekanovych will do if past history is any indication. And that desire to win will be the impetus that will likely get her there. “I’ve had my doubts, but there is always that drive. But winning, that feeling is the best. It makes you want to continue on. … I don’t want to give up without doing my best.”

Burnaby birders win big in Calgary Tom Berridge sports editor

Douglas College alumni had a lot to beef about at the sixth Yonex Alberta Series badminton tournament in Calgary last weekend. Current Canadian college national champions RuiLin Huang and Melody Liang, along with Douglas College grad Alvin Lau, won two events apiece at the Glencoe club March 25

to 27. Huang, a Burnaby resident, won the women’s singles, easily defeating Canadian No. 5-ranked Charmaine Reid of Ontario 21-9, 21-6. The three-time CCAA female player of the year then paired with Douglas teammate Liang, who also lives in Burnaby, to win the women’s doubles event in a comeback 11-21, 21-11, 21-15 against No. 2 seeds Reid and Milaine Cloutier

of Alberta. Liang, a five-time Canadian college champion, also teamed up with Lau to win the mixed doubles event. Liang and Lau swept all five of their mixed doubles matches, knocking off No. 2 seeds Logan Campbell and Jenny Saunders of Alberta 21-14, 21-16 in the series final. Lau then completed his double with Douglas College freshman Jensen

Ly in an upset in men’s doubles. Lau and Ly, competing in his first series tournament, were seeded third into the tournament and went undefeated in doubles play. The pair upset top seeds Campbell and Bill De Jong 21-14, 21-12 in the seminfinals. Lau and Ly then swept No. 5 seeds Brody Hilland and Justin Mullaly, upset winners over Darren Hong

and Robert De Jong in the semifinals, 21-16, 21-18 in the final. Hong, a third-year Douglas College transfer student calls his hometown Calgary. Ly and Huang also placed third overall in mixed doubles. “Jensen has a very bright future ahead of him. He works extremely hard and is always willing to learn,” said Douglas head coach Al Mawani.

Rebel on the rise in playoffs Tom Berridge

sports editor

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins led the Red Deer Rebels to a hot start in Western Hockey League playoffs. The North Burnaby centre was named the game’s first star in Red Deer’s opening 5-3 victory over the Edmonton Oil Kings in the first game of the WHL Eastern conference playoff last Friday. Nugent-Hopkins scored two goals, including the game-winning tally at 14.25 of the third period, in a four-point performance. He also potted the insurance marker a minute later to put the home team up 1-0 in the best-of-seven series. On the following Saturday, Nugent-Hopkins tallied his third goal of the playoffs, opening the scoring midway through the first period in an eventual 5-1 win over Edmonton. The consensus No. 1 prospect from the WHL, Nugent-Hopkins, was also the go-to guy in a wild four-goal third period that saw Red Deer take a stranglehold in the series, winning 3-1 in Edmonton on Monday. Nugent-Hopkins took control in the latter half of the final period, setting up both the game-tying and game-winning tallies in an eight-minute span. The 17-year-old was particularly brilliant on teammate Daulton Siwak’s game-winner in the final two minutes of play. The second-year Rebel darted into open space in front of the Oil Kings goal and then passed off the puck to Andrej Kudrna all alone at the right crease. Siwak scored on Kudrna’s enusing rebound. The Rebels were in Edmonton for Game 4 Thursday (after NOW deadlines). Nugent-Hopkins is currently tied for second place among all Western league playoff scorers with three goals and seven total points. Shane McColgan of the Kelowna Rockets leads all scorers with 10 points.

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Record holders win top awards A runner and a swimmer were named winners of Simon Fraser University’s annual Lorne Davies athlete of the year awards. Junior midddle distance runner Helen Crofts was named the female athlete, while senior David Hibberd swam away with the top male athlete award at SFU’s athletic’s banquet on Tuesday. Crofts recently shattered the NAIA indoor record in the women’s 800 metres by three seconds. She also won the 800m national outdoor title in 2010. The biological sciences major was also a winner in the classroom, posting an amazing 4.08 grade point average. Earlier in the season, Crofts was named the Great Northwest Athletic Conference indoor athlete of the year, as well as being named an NAIA AllAmerican in cross-country. Wrestler Danielle Lappage and Lauren Lachlan from women’s soccer were also shortlisted. Hibberd was named the NAIA’s outstanding performer at the 2011 national swim championships, breaking three meet records while winning individual titles in the 100 and 200 yard freestyle and 200m individual medley. Hibberd’s win in the 200m IM also won an award for swim of the meet at the nationals. Ricky Berry from men’s

basketball was also nominated for the award. Other award winners included track and field’s Jessica Smith, Kris Gluppe from football and Zack Frehlick from men’s basketball. Smith won the Bernd Dittrich Hero Amongst Us award for battling through a knee injury to receive All-American status at the NAIA national cross-country championships. She also won the 1,000m at the recent indoor championships. Gluppe received the Rick Jones Memorial Award for Courage after his battle with intestinal cancer through his fouryear career. In his final year with the varsity Clan, Gluppe started every game at centre, earning conference first team honours. Frehlick won the Bill DeVries scholar/athlete award, posting a 4.15 GPA in engineering, while averaging a career-best 9.8 points and 5.1 rebounds per game. SFU’s women’s softball team earned the President’s award for its run to an NAIA national title last season, their first since 2005. Also receiving mention were student men’s basketball manager Ryan Tanabe, videographer Gareth Madoc-Jones and wrestler J.J. Lum for his contributions to the athletic council.

Giants versus Rebels at BWC

The Northwest Giants take on Alberta champions Red Deer Rebels in a best-of-three Pacific region midget hockey championship at the Burnaby Winter Club. Game 2 is Saturday at 7 p.m. If necessary, a Game 3 will be played Sunday at 2 p.m.

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knocked over two Pacific Northwest field lacrosse rivals in less than 24 hours. The Division II Clan club team defeated the University of Idaho 318 and then overwhelmed Gonzaga University 32-5 to end a weekend swing through Idaho and Washington states last weekend. SFU set a few new school records in the backto-back wins. Freshman attack Calvin Craig broke the previous record of 13 points in a game, tallying 15 points on 12 goals and three assists in the win over Idaho. Craig’s one dozen counters also broke Mike Christians’ single-game mark of 11 set in 2004. Sophomore Colton Dow also set a new record for assists, garnering eight helpers against Idaho, breaking a long-standing 2000 mark held by two players, including former New Westminster Salmonbellie Peter Morgan.

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Players 5 years old (U6) to 17 Years old (U18) can register today online at www.sbmc.net or in person on 21 April 2011 from 6 to 8pm at the south end of the Bonsor Rec Center for the 2011/2012 Soccer Season. Soccer Registration Fee includes a Soccer Uniform, Team and Player photo and our Soccer Skills Development Program for all players and coaches from U6 to U18 and Goalie Training for all interested players from U8 to U18. All players from U6 to U8 receive a size 3 soccer ball if they register online or in person before 30 May 2011.

All players from U6 to U11 may participate in our Spring Soccer Development Program if they are registered for the 2011/12 season. Players registered online or in person before 15 May 2011 may attend the Spring Soccer Training Sessions on Tuesday evenings from 7:45-9:00pm starting 17 May until 21 June. All players from U11 to U18 must attend tryouts to be placed on a Gold, Silver or Tier 1 Team. South Burnaby Metro Club has the largest and most successful Divisional Soccer Program in Burnaby with 35 Teams from U11 to U18 playing at every calibre of play. As a result of our Soccer Skills Development Program, many of our Divisional teams are successful in the District Cup, Coastal Cup and Provincial Cup.

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Limestone College sophomore Riley Loewen was named the Conference Carolinas men’s field lacrosse player of the week for a third time this season. The Burnaby attack man helped lift the Saints to No. 1 in the country in latest NCAA Division II polling and 9-0 overall. Loewen, who won the player of the week honour in weeks 3 and 5, totalled 17 points, including 10 goals in just over one hour of play in a pair of Limestone wins last week. The former Burnaby Laker junior, who won a Minto Cup with Coquitlam last year, scored four times in a 27-7 over St. Andrews College and counted six more markers in a 21-5 win over Saint Leo. Loewen currently leads all Div. II players in goals and points per game.

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Honours for rookie hockey pros Burnaby’s Brian Stewart was named the East Coast Hockey League goalie of the week on March 29. Stewart, who was loaned to the Bakersfield Condors from NHL Philadelphia Flyers affiliate Greenville Road Warriors earlier this season, was 3-0 with one shutout the previous week. The 26-year-old backstopper posted an 0.67 goals-against average and a sparkling 0.978 save percentage to help the Condors win a team record 11 consecutive games and move into first place in the ECHL Pacific division. Stewart made 37 saves in a 2-1 win over Victoria on March 23, followed by a 30-save performance in a 3-1 win over Las Vegas. He ended the week with his first professional shutout on March 26 in a 2-0 rematch against Las Vegas. Stewart currently leads the East Coast league with

a 0.927 save percentage and is second overall with a 2.23 goals-against average. Previously, Stewart played 10 games with AdirondackoftheAmerican Hockey League, posting a 4-5-0 record and earning an AHL player of the week honour in January. Stewart played four seasons at Northern Michigan University, where he boasted 10 shutouts and a save percentage of 0.921.

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Central Hockey League rookie Al Mazur of Burnaby was named the CHL allrookie team on March 28. Mazur, who plays defence on the Bloomington Prairie Thunder, scored six goals, including three on the power play, and added 26 assists in his first pro hockey season. Mazur also posted a plus-15, second best on the Prairie Thunder.

Driver steers team to 20th win

Freshman driver Molly Gritchen of Burnaby helped the California Baptist University women’s water polo team win its 20th game of the season on March 25.

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A fun time: Nicholas Momotani goes on the attack for the South Burnaby Seahawks at the 28th annual SBMC youth soccer tournament at Riverway.

Burnaby Lake unlucky against Old Boys Burnaby Lake Rugby Club came away with a bonus point following a 19-16 loss to UBC Old Boys in the B.C. spring premier division league last Saturday. Esava Nakalanaisa scored a late try to give Burnaby a 16-12 lead with just

eight minutes left to play. The Old Boys tallied the go-ahead try minutes later. League scoring leader Josh Rolls of Burnaby booted three penalties and one conversion to pad his lead to 80 points. Burnaby Lake’s record fell to 0-4-1.

Edward Chen placed third in his division at the season opening Maple Leaf junior golf tour in Richmond last weekend. Chen, 13, finished behind 13-and-under division winner Rios Do of Vancouver, who shot a two-round total of 151. Chen posted scores of 84 and 86 at the newly renamed Q Golf Club March 24 and 25. In the boys’s 17 to 19 group, Paul Bordignon of Burnaby placed sixth with a two-round 172 on the par-73 course. Burnaby’s Ken Wei also took part in the boys’ 14 to 16 division. At the Canadian Junior Golf Association Puma Challenge junior world qualifier at the University Golf Club, two Burnaby boys placed in the 15 to 19 age group. Lucas Gatto finished in sixth place, six-over-par, with a two-round total of 150, including a final round par-72 on March 27. Wyatt Racette placed back in the pack after the 36-hole event at 20-overpar.

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FEATURED EMPLOYMENT The company offers an excellent working environment with full benefits, 3 weeks holiday per year on joining (4 weeks after 2 years) and a four day work week of 38.5 hours (with a four day weekend on Monday holidays). Responsibilities include: full cycle of AR & AP and Bank Reconciliation. Previous experience using accounting software, spreadsheets, etc is critical. Enrolment of a CGA or speaking Mandarin is a plus. Must be well organized and detail oriented and able to work independently, Strong analytical and problem solving abilities are a necessity, as well as having very good written and oral communication skills. Please send your resume, along with a handwritten letter of introduction and a general range of salary expectations. Enclosure of HAND written letter of introduction is essential. Fax: 604 648 9073 or email: jkang@hartleyandmarks.com Call 604 739 1771 ext 115 to confirm receipt of your resume.

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Req for a Bby health facility. F/T & P/T positions, to work days & evenings. Alternate Model Of Care-Dementia experience is preferred. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. Class 4 License pref. Competitive wages & benefits. Fax resume: 1-250-861-3112 karen.petlikau@ advocarehealth.com

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If you’re an introvert, your energy is generally directed inwards towards concepts & ideas rather than outward towards people and conversations like extroverts. At work you tend to need times of quiet for concentration and time to focus on tasks. Also, Introverts are more ‘internal’ and and may think or hesitate before speaking, Gregg Taylor reflective, avoid crowds and being the focus, proceed cautiously when meeting people, offer ideas and opinions only when comfortable and sure, and remember faces and details more than names. To be successful at a job search, Introverts will need to stretch themselves and adopt strategies that lend themselves to an introvert's strengths. First, focus on the 3 P’s: Personal Pacing – harness your energy, learning to set a good tempo, set a rate that allows for accomplishment but without feeling overwhelmed; Priorities – consider what goals have the most meaning and direct your efforts and energy to fulfill these priorities; Parameters – create healthy boundaries to keep stimulation in the ‘just enough’ range; offer alternative times for meetings, block off down-time, & recognize your need to ‘recuperate’. Second, take steps that play to your strengths – use your ability to focus and do research by thoroughly researching online or at the library your target job sectors including main associations, top companies, and key people in the sector, and research each company thoroughly before interviews. Use networking websites like LinkedIn, write emails, and submit comments and feedback on blogs and discussion groups to make a good impression and find professional connections. Create an introduction letter and send it out to the industry contacts you’ve researched, and start your own “Research Project” by picking a hot topic for your sector and offer to share the final report with all those who are willing to meet you to answer a few relevant questions. For more information check out the book The Successful Introvert at www.happyabout.com and call us for details on our career planning services. The Transitions Program, a free 3 week career exploration program is available to all unemployed people in the lower mainland. For information call 604-434-1177 or 604-681-2774.

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• Must have reliable vehicle • Must be certified & experienced • Union Wages & Benefits Apply in person 19689 Telegraph Trail, Langley fax resume to 604-513-3661 or email: darlene@valleytraffic.ca

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EDMONTON STEEL fab shop requires STRUCTURAL STEEL FITTERS, up to $32.80; WELDERS, up to $29.70, PRODUCTION MANAGER, QC MANAGER, SAFETY OFFICER. Day/night shifts, overtime available, full benefits, relocation/ accommodation assistance. Fax resume 780-939-2181. Email: careers@garweld.com STOCCO CONSTRUCTION is hiring Painter with min 3 yrs of exp. $20.50 per hr/ 40 hr week. E-Res: careerstocco@hotmail.com

Corix Water Products has an immediate opening for a Branch Manager at our Richmond branch who will be responsible for the delivery of exceptional customer service while maintaining corporate objectives and policies. Mandate is to provide leadership, manage assets, employees and property, grow sales through the use of strong sales techniques and established industry contacts as well as representing Corix within the community. The Branch Manager supports employees in branch operations and administration. To apply and for more information visit:

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F/T Crane Operator

GLobal Agriculture TransLoading Inc. located at 11678 130th Street, Surrey, B.C. requires a full-time qualified Crane Operator. Duties include: Operate mobile cranes in lifting, moving, positioning or placing, loading & unloading equipment & materials; Also responsible for pre-operational inspection; and performs routine & regular maintenance, such as cleaning & lubricating. Minimum 3 years experience. Knowledge of Punjabi an asset. Salary $30.00/hr.+ Benefits. Fax resume to 604-580-2786.

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DOUBLE INTERNMENT niche in the 'Abbey' Mausoleum at Ocean View Cemetery, South Burnaby. $5500 NEG. 604-839-6220

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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colors Available. Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.ca

Coquitlam / Port Moody Hiring F/T & P/T • 15.35/Hour ❏ECE & Infant Toddler Educ. ❏French, Mandarin & Music Email resume: juniorcitizens@shaw.ca Or phone: 604-779-5437 Seeking a Korean Language and Literature Instructor at E-Nopi Canada Inc. in New Westminster. Required teaching degree, 3 years or more exp with Korean secondary students a must. Fluency in Korean and basic English. $27−30/hour, 40 hrs/wk. Fax: 604-648-8614 Email: enopicanada7143@gmail.com

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Postmedia Community Publishing makes every effort to ensure you are responding to a reputable and legitimate job opportunity. If you suspect that an ad to which you have responded is misleading, here are some hints to remember. Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad. Job opportunity ads are salary based and do not require an investment. If you have responded to an ad which you believe to be misleading please call the Better Business Bureau at 604-682-2711, Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm or email inquiries@bbbvan.org and they will investigate.

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For Sale Miscellaneous

SHOP RIDER Electric Scooter 889SL/SEL, like new $3500. Elec Acorn Superglide Stairlift, exc cond. $3500. obo. 604-420-2485

Musical Instruments

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OLDER, GREAT sounding upright piano with bench $400. Dinette set with folddown table & 2 extra bar stools $275. 778-887-0864

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Plants & Trees

CEDAR HEDGING $1.00/foot& up. Dug in ready, installation & delivery avail 604-795-1999. Now is the best time for planting!

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Wanted to Buy

ANTIQUE: COINS & paper money, silver & gold wanted. Will pay cash & come to you wherever you are. Call Joe 604-564-3564

GARAGE SALES

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Garage Sale

NEW WEST SWAP MEET & BAKE SALE Saturday Only April 9 ★ 10am - 1pm

St. Aidan’s Church Hall 7th Ave & 14th St, 1320 - 7th Ave., NW Table Rentals $10 Call to Reserve 604-521-8313

Queens Avenue United Church 529 Queens Avenue, New Westminster

Spring Sale Saturday, April 9, 2011 from 10:00am - 2:00pm

Tables with various home made food items, silent auction, white elephant, books, lunch room, etc.

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Childcare Available

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Preschools/ Kindergarten

LIC. DAYCARE has space avail. Vic Canada Way & Imperial. Come join the fun. 604-525-6497

Do you need to advertise your Daycare or Preschool ? 'Kids on the Go' Feature runs once a month... in The Burnaby Now & The New West Record To place an ad or for more info please Call Virginia 604.444.3051

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Childcare Wanted

LIVE-IN CAREGIVER req’d Must speak Tagalog. quiddamh@gmail.com or 604-872-8327 LIVE-IN NANNY required for Nov 1, 2011 in Burnaby. 5 days/week, 10 hrs/day, $2000/mth. Spanish speaking. Duties; childcare, light house duties, meal prep, grocery/ errands. Call 604-839-5936 or email: sebotero@hotmail.com LIVE-IN NANNY wanted for Sept 1. 5 days/week, $9/hour. 2 yrs experience in childcare, light home duties, meal prep, some errands. Call 604-763-6084 or email: rsidhu3@gmail.com

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Daycare Centres

Forest Grove Montessori & Childcare

#36 - 8650 Cinnamon Dr., Bby. (nr. Lougheed Mall & SFU)

New: also offering Infant / Toddler Program

❑ Established for over 20 years ❑ Ages 0 - 5 years ❑ Montessori & Daycare ❑ French, Music, Science, Math & Outdoor Activities

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Precious Minds

Montessori School 1630 Edinburgh St., New West.

• Ages 2½ - 6 Years Old • Preschool & Kindergarten • Full Montessori Curriculum

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Cats

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Dogs

CATS for ADOPTION Royal City Humane Society. 604-524-6447 www.rchs.bc.ca

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION ! 604-724-7652

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Gadry Consultation

STANDARD POODLE Black Male 8 weeks old from Champion, fully health tested parents. Raised in home with children, dogs & cats. Crate trained, leash trained, knows all basic commands. 604-986-6193

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Dogs

BLUE NOSE Pit Bulls. 9½ weeks. Steel blue coats w/white patches. M/F. $700/each. 778-877-5210 FILA/MASTIFF GUARD DOGS owners best friend. Intruders worst nightmare. all shots, each. ready now! 604-817-5957

Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds. www. abetterlifedogrescue.com

Computer/ Internet

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Microsoft Small Business Specialist Your ONE - STOP IT solutions center. Free consultation. Reliance Systems 604-800-0218 www.rsacomputing.com

Financial Services

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Cares! The Burnaby Now and New West Record have partnered with the BC SPCA to encourage responsible pet guardianship and the humane treatment of animals. Before purchasing a new puppy, ensure the seller has provided excellent care and treatment of the animal and the breeding parents. For a complete guide to ﬁnding a reputable breeder and other considerations when acquiring a new pet, visit spca.bc.ca.

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Travel Destinations

OSOYOOS WATERFRONT house avail June, July, Aug & Sept. 3 br, 2 full bath, large living & dinning rm, linens, fully equip’d kitchen, huge deck, fp, canoes, priv. dock. $1,500/wk (1 family). 604-922-6101 or 604-788-6944.

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AVON SALES REP req’d for Bby & New West. $20 start up cost. Lots of fun! Call 604-338-1784

TAX TIME

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Accounting/ Bookkeeping

Personal and corporate income tax, bookkeeping, payroll and beneﬁts administration, e-ﬁle, represent a client, general business support.

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Accounting/ Bookkeeping

INCOME TAX returns: Delinquent or current. Small business or single. Starting at: $35 per return. 20 yrs experience. 604-420-1108

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HOMEWORKERS NEEDED!!! Full /Part time positions available - Will train. On-Line Data Entry, Typing Work, E-mail Reading, PC/Clerical Work, Homemailers, Assembling Products. HURRY, SPOTS GO FAST!

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS THE ESTATE OF ANN WINCHESTER, DECEASED All persons having claims against the above estate are required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned Executors, CIBC Trust Corporation and Patricia Andrews, c/o 400 Burrard Street, 3rd Floor, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 3A6, Canada on or before the 5th day of May, 2011, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to claims that have then been received. CIBC Trust Corporation and Patricia Andrews, Executors CLARK WILSON LLP Solicitors

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Legal/Public Notices

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that creditors and others having claims against the Estate of James Foley Wootton, formerly of 603 – 4194 Maywood Street, Burnaby BC, are required to send particulars of those claims to the Executor, Gregory Greiner, c/o 202 - 5501, Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2G3, Attn: Stephen Miller, on or before May 4, 2011, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed giving regard only to those claims which have been received.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Glenys Dorothy Wootton, formerly of 603 – 4194 Maywood Street, Burnaby BC, are required to send particulars of those claims to the Executor, Gregory Greiner, c/o 202 - 5501, Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2G3, Attn: Stephen Miller, on or before May 4, 2011, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed giving regard only to those claims which have been received.

Money to Loan

GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, 3 Fem, 2 males. CKC Reg. Ready to go Apr 1. $1000. 604-512-3310 www.veinottehorsefarm.ca SHELTIE PUPS, Reg’d, shots, tatoo, dewormed, m/f, sable, fam raised. $700. 604-526-9943

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: Your energy, charisma and clout reach a yearly high. I didn’t add “effectiveness” because we’re in the middle of a Mercury retro period, a bad time to start anything new (lasting to April 23). Even so, your luck is strongly buoyant, and the “payoff” for past efforts or good deeds could arrive now (or anytime to early June). If you’re single, someone is attracted! Your charisma and energy are doubly strong Sunday/ Monday – “lightning strikes!” Realize that you have to co-operate with a powerful, somewhat sluggish, but perhaps elevated individual. Grab the money Tuesday. A lucky week! Taurus April 20-May 20: Government agencies or “head office” steer your possibilities Sunday/Monday. Go with the flow. New circumstances, new trends are entering your private world – now to 2019. You might soon be working with or attending a large corporation or institution. Don’t be fazed by this – you have the skills required. If stress builds, learn to relax, play golf, yoga, whatever. Fifteen years of career worry ends; 15 years of “wide friendships” begins. Rest, lie low Sunday/Monday. Something lucky brews beneath the surface or behind the scenes before Thursday. Chase money Thursday onward. Gemini May 21-June 20: Wishes come true, especially Sunday, especially old wishes. Romance, or a flirty friendship, or happiness of another sort seems imminent – so does fulfilment around a legal, far travel, international or intellectual matter. But be realistic, cautious also – a “go slow” signal exists. Could mean “watch what you wish for,” or it might hint that wishes are fulfilled, but in a quiet or sober way. Your popularity is rising, friendly romance occurs, new friends come, especially Thursday onward. Optimism soars! (Retreat, rest Monday eve to midweek.) Fifteen years of “true career” begins.

Cancer June 21-July 22: Be ambitious, this week and the next two. You could grab a promotion, or elevate your worth in the eyes of higher-ups (or cultivate a VIP and gain a prestigious new client, contract or business opening, etc.). This week starts with a jolt (of luck or nerves or ambition) Sunday. You’ll have to combine or merge competing situations to succeed – probably a need to reconcile home with career, gain your spouse’s or kids’ co-operation, etc. The potential for success is tremendous, so make every effort! This week begins 15 years of true understanding, spiritual recognition, and, resulting, true love. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: You’ve suffered 15 years of gullibility, deception, disillusionment and suspicion. (On the positive side, 15 years of spiritual awakening.) This week marks the end of that – though such long trends tend to dissolve slowly, now is the turn-around time. Think, contemplate the broad picture, and you should sense some clues to this change. The next 15 years bring a heightened sense of poetic mystery and nuance, sexual longing, deep spiritual intuition and subtle glamour – a better influence! The next eight years also feature mental awareness, and true love – wedded love. Sunday reveals! Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Sunday’s the centre point of a huge life change. The actual events can have occurred in March, or can happen over the weeks ahead. But they centre on this day, and this week. The events: a financial rearrangement or debt, a sexual lust or liaison, a commitment, a lifestyle change, a health diagnosis or surgery, a piece of detective work or research project. It’s destined to change your life. You’ll have to overcome financial “slowness” or caution. Believe in your luck! Be ambitious late week. Fifteen years of unhealthy relationships end: 15 years of “true relationship” begins.

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Start nothing new before April 23. Look to the past or to ongoing ventures, relationships. Your success is inextricably tied to relationships, and/or to opportunities, relocation, litigation, negotiation, fame or the public. Sunday can bring a jolt in these – e.g., love at ﬁrst sight – but without the infatuation, gooey-eyed stuff – this is alert, exciting, alive, realistic. Downplay your conservative, reluctant, skeptical or cautious side. (If someone says, “You look sad,” it’s a clue to brighten up!) Love “elevates” late week. Your employment picture changes now to 2025. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Something unexpected happens at work this week, especially Sunday. Follow safety procedures, don’t work while tired, be patient, careful with electricity, machines and computers, or avoid them if you can. I’ve emphasized the dangers, but there’s also luck here: you might be called into work because someone didn’t show, or you’re the trouble-shooter in an emergency, etc., which can set you up for praise, promotion now or soon. Be good-natured! Fifteen years of love’s obsessive puzzlement ends; 15 years of love’s good sweetness begins. You’ll believe me, come June/July and 2012! Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Sunday could provide a love shock. It’s illuminating. But it will only be lucky if you can balance impulse with caution (without letting caution win) and money or earnings considerations (or possessions) with your need to express yourself, to be yourself. (Sartre said we’re the slave of our possessions.) All that said, this is a hugely lucky week (and month, and quarter) for romance, children, creativity, school, travel, beauty, art and speculation! Opportunities arise Thursday/ Friday. Fifteen years of indecision, rootlessness end; 15 years of “deep home” begin.

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Apr. 3 - April 9 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Start nothing new before April 23. A jolt might come to your domestic or property arena Sunday. (This day is merely the centre of two months of “jolt.”) Be careful with electricity around the house this day. On another level, events can jump-start you into a whole decade of new (money-earning) property dealings, new landscaping, new security initiatives (e.g., RSPs) – despite the word “new” your success now will come from reprising a past goal, condition or contact. Believe in life, buy a home! Fifteen years of money anxiety end; 15 years of “chatty” friendship begin. Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: You might make a lively new friend this week. This person will not become a life-mate (or not a good one) but you can have lots of fun together. (The problem: a sadness or sombre streak in this person is a clue indicating their ability/tendency to restrict you or to connect too easily to your hidden side.) Despite this, real love is likely. Don’t start any new projects, especially in communications, paperwork or travel, before April 23. Your luck will come from past contacts, and it could be very bright luck! Be restful midweek. Romance, creative surges Thursday onward. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Start nothing new before April 23: deal with past or ongoing projects and relationships. A money, income or possession situation could hold three things (all of some): great luck, career import and “the future” of your earnings (for eight years). This last is highlighted Sunday, when a “jolt” might accompany it. If you can get past a certain skepticism about your own work or your own goals, this jolt could represent a splendid new path in earnings. (This path likely represents working with management or in government, large bureaucracies, charities or institutions.) A lucky week! timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

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Houses - Sale

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6035

Out Of Town Property

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6065

Apartments & Condos

1 BDRM, Metrotown, includes heat, hot water. Clean, quiet older building, walk-up 2nd flr. Avail May 1st, $750/mth 604 726-9710 2BD & 2BATH, Face South, $1350 avail now, Pool, gym, yoga, hot tub included, 3 year Condo.(604) 461 8261

6508

Apt/Condos

1 BR, approx 830 sq ft, quiet, clean Bldg, cls to Metrotown & Skytrain, starting at $825. Rick 604-437-3013 or 778-899-8554

Mobile Homes

SRY, #1-7850 King George Blvd. Great double wide 2 BR + den. 1 pet ok! 55+ year old seniors’ park. $79,500. Lorraine Cauley, Royal Lepage North Star, 604-889-4874

6050

6505

2232 McAllister Port Coquitlam 2 BR Apartment Available MAY 1

* Newly reno’d, quiet secure bldg, walk to all amenities. * Near WC Express. * Rent incls heat, hot water, fridge, stove, priv balcony & window coverings * Laundry & Storage ea floor * No pets ✔ Wheel Chair Access

Apt/Condos

BBY, EDMONDS. 1 BR + den. Gas f/p, d/w, in-suite w/d, patio. $900/mo. May 1st. 778-397-6569 BBY, Lghd Mall. Bach, $720 incl ht & h/w. ns/np, newly reno’d, storage, Apr 1. 604-779-3882

Bby N. Nice lrg 1 BR, quiet. $830 incl heat & h/w, prkg. By bus. Av Apr 1/15. NS/NP. 604-205-9409

COQ. 2 BR $900, Avail Now or May 1, heat, parking. 778-990-7079 or 604-521-8249

COQ • Austin Heights Clean quiet 2 BR apts avail. Sorry no pets. 604-936-5755

604 - 941 - 7721

AMBER ROCHESTOR

NEW WEST 1 BR g/lvl, nr JI, lam flrs, rent to own possible, ns/np, 2 balc, Apr 15. $800. 604-433-3113

545 Rochester Ave, Coq

Close to Lougheed Mall, S.F.U. & Transportation. office: 604- 936-3907

AMBER (W)

401 Westview St, Coq Large Units. Near Lougheed Mall. Transportation & S.F.U.

office: 604- 939-2136 cell: 604- 805-9490

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ARBOUR GREENE 552 Dansey Ave, Coq

Extra Large 2 Bedrooms. Close to Lougheed Mall & S.F.U.

office: 604- 939-4903 cell: 778- 229-1358

CALYPSO COURT 1030 - 5th Ave, New West Near Transportation & Douglas College. Well Managed Building.

office: 604- 524-8174 cell: 604- 813-8789 COTTONWOOD PLAZA 555 Cottonwood Ave, Coq

Large units some with 2nd bathroom or den. On bus routes, close to S.F.U. & Lougheed Mall.

office: 604- 936-1225

JUNIPER COURT 415 Westview St, Coq

Close to Lougheed Mall, all Transportation Connections, Schools & S.F.U.

office: 604- 939-8905 cell: 604- 916-0261 KING ALBERT COURT 1300 King Albert, Coq Close to Transportation, Schools & S.F.U.

office: 604-937-7343 cell: 778-848-5993

MONTECITO TOWERS 99-7360 Halifax St, Bby

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Apt/Condos

6508

Apt/Condos

NEW WEST 310 - 8 St. Close to skytrain & bus. Lrg 1BR, w/lrg patio. $795 incls heat & storage locker. Cat OK with pet dep. Refs req’d. Call Res Mgr 604-395-5303

NEW WEST. RENO’ed 1 BR & 2 BR. New Kitchen/Bathroom, Carpet, Appliances. From $795 & $1050. 604-724-8353

NEW WEST 508 - 8 St. Close to Westminster Mall & transit. BACH ste w/balcony, $655 incls heat & storage locker. Lrg 1 BR with balcony $795. Cat ok w/pet dep. Refs req. Res Mgr 604-521-1862

RIVERS INLET Apartments

GARDEN VILLA

1010 6th Ave, New West 1 BR & 2 BR Available. Beautiful atrium with fountain. By shops, college & transit. Pets negotiable. Ref required.

CALL 604 715-7764 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

320-9th St, New West

Bach & 1 BR Available. All Suites Have Balconies. Undergrd Parking Available. Refs Required. Small Pet Ok.

CALL 604 715-7764 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

EL PRESIDENTE

220 - 7th St, New West 1 BR apts from $720/mo. 2 BR, $850/mo. Includes heat & hot water, Big balconies. By shops, banks, Skytrain & college. U/grd prkg available. Call 604-519-1382 Managed by Colliers International

New Westminster

(Coquitlam Centre area) Bachelor, 1 BR & 2 BR Apts, 3 appls, incls heat & hot water, bldg laundry room on each flr. Avail May 1. Sorry no pets. Call 604-942-2012 coquitlampropertyrentals.com

ROTARY TOWER 25 Clute St, New West

Age 55 or over. Beautiful view. Bach high rise apt. Close to trans & shopping. Rent incl all utils. Refs req. Contact Ana Cell: 778-859-0798 Bayside Property Services Ltd.

ROYAL CRESCENT ESTATES

22588 Royal Crescent Ave, Maple Ridge Large units. Close to Golden Ears Bridge. Great view of River

office: 604- 463-0857 cell: 604- 375-1768

SUNSET PARK 5870 Sunset Street

Close to Bus & BCIT STUDIO & 1 BDRM ★ Quiet park-like setting ★ Newly Reno’d ★ Heat/hot water incld 604-291-8197 www.sunsetparkapt.com

Bach, 1 BR & 2 BR

604 420-5636 www.montecitotowers.com

6508

Immac. 2 BR + den. New carpets, paint & appls. Ste will be avail long term. Lease & exc refs a must. $1450.

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New Westminster

65 FIRST STREET

2 BR, 3 appliances, N/S, pet possible. $1100. Lease and excellent refs a must.

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New Westminster

909 - 12th Street

Bright 2 BR ste. New carpets and paint. Fridge, stove & W/D in building. $895.00. N/P, N/S. Lease & excellent refs a must.

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SKYLINE TOWERS 102-120 Agnes St, N.West

Hi-Rise Apartment with River View & Indoor Pool. 1 BR & 2 BR Available. Rent includes heat & hot water. Remodelled Building and Common area. Gated undergrd parking available. References required.

CALL 604 525-2122 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

Renovated high rise, concrete building. Penthouse, 1 BR & 2 BR available. Very close to Metrotown, Skytrain & Bonsor swimming pool. Rent includes heat, hot water. Refs req’d.

Contact Alex 604-999-9978 or Bayside Property Services Office: 604-432-7774

Apt/Condos

Refreshingly Clean Meticulously Maintained

Whitgift Gardens 1 BR Apt, $750/mo, 2 BR Apt, $925/mo, 3 BR Apt, $1100/mo. Heat, hot water, parking. Family living, daycare available. Near kids’ park, basketball court and Skytrain.

No pets. Available now.

604 939-0944

6510

ANTRIM PLACE Accepting applications for 2 bdrm unit & applications for waiting list for 2, 3 & 4 bdrm units. To access & download application go to: www.chf.bc, then Co-op directory, then type in Burnaby & go to Antrim Place, or send a SASE to 222-5300 Rumble St., Burnaby, BC V5J 2B6 with $10 application fee. Share Purchase: $2,000 to $3,500

115 PLACE CO-OP Located in Burnaby near Lougheed Town Centre

Accepting applications or waiting list for Bachelors, 1 BR’s, 1 BR & Dens & 2 BR’s. Adult oriented high rise. Pool, exercise room and workshop. No Pets. Participation mandatory and $2000 share purchase required. Enquiries to Membership Committee

NEW WEST. Huge, beautiful 2 & 3 BR duplex! An absolute must see! $200,000 in redesigning! Brand new kitchen/bath & floors. 5 new applis! Ns/np. $1095/mo $1395/mo incl hydro. Immed. Hurry! Won’t last! 604-306-8952 POCO, Lincoln Prk 3 BR, 2 bath, split lev hse, lrg rec rm, appls, $1850, all newly reno’d & hrdwd flrs, carport, yard. 778-688-6622 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● NEW WEST- 1722-6th Av 2 bdrm

HOUSE w/1 bdrm suite, very central location, close to skytrain..$1,188/M CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M Call Kristen today (604)786-4663

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6450

Miscellaneous Rentals

GATED PARKING AVAILABLE New Westminster CALL 604 723-8215 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

6590

Rooms

FURN RM, tv cable internet own ent. quiet fmy home, no drugs or booze, smoking ok suit older per. long term, ref, dam. dep. $475.00 604 936 6604

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

BBY 1 BR, new, bright, g/lev, sep ent, heat & hyd incld, N/s, N/p, no laundry, $695/mo. 604-715-5566 BBY E, 1 BR bsmt. $ 400 Incl util. shrd Ldry, Kit, Bath. N/s. N/p. Nr Bus #101. Avail Now, Call 778-668-0159 BBY E, 7559 2nd St, 2 yrs old 5 Br hse incls bsmt ste, h/w flrs, full baths, new appls, gated compound. $2900 or $2200 up & $950 dwn, Apr 1 or 15. 604-861-8819 BBY HIGHGATE MALL area, New 1 BR g/lvl , $750 incls utils. ns/np, Immed. 778-388-1712 BBY KINGSWAY/CDA WAY, 4 BR mn flr, 2 yr old hse, $2000, w/d, n/s, n/p, Avail Immed. Also 1 BR g/lvl ste, $700. 778-245-8016

BBY, METROTOWN. 2 BR bsmt, f/bath, priv w/d. Ns/np. $975/mo incl hydro. Immed. 604-219-4048

WIT’S END HOUSING CO-OP

1592 S.W. Marine Dr, Vanc. Now accepting applications for APTS; 2 BR - $916. By all amens. Sorry no dogs allowed. To apply please email: witsendcoop@shawbiz.ca Or mail: Box 409 - 1592 SW Marine Dr, Vancouver V6P 6M1

6540

Houses - Rent

BURQUITLAM, 4 BR home, f/yrd, storage. Near elem/high schools/ shops. Av now. $1450. N/S, N/P. 604-936-9670 or 778-869-9670

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$670.00

COQ, DAWES HILL,. reno 3 BR main floor. F/p, sh’d w/d, deck, carport. $1,200/mo + % utils. N/S. Apr 1, no dogs. 604 937-3534

Co-ops

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6540

1045 QUAYSIDE DRIVE

BONSOR APTS

Classifieds – in print and online! FOR RENT

6508

VILLA MARGARETA COQ AUSTIN & BLUE MTN. 1 Br $720, 2 Br $820. Incl h/w, bldg W/D. Nr transit. 778-865-6696

GROSVENOR HOUSE 1 BR Apt, incls ht & h/w. By Moody Park. 720 - 7th Ave, New West. N/P, N/S. 604-517-1077

Recreation Property

MISSION - LAKE FRONT starting from $78,800. 60 mins from Vancouver. Park Georgia Rlty Lisa Hughes • 604-931-7227

6508

Burnaby NOW • Saturday, April 2, 2011 • A33

Owner Managed. Sorry, No Pets.

Call to view! 604-589-7040

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COQ, Blue Mtn/Como Lake. 3 BR, upper floor. 1½ baths. 6 appl. Large sundeck, storage. N/s, n/p. $1,450/mo + 2⁄3 util. 604-939-6077

BBY METROTOWN, Lrg 2 BR, 2 bath, Newly Reno’d & all new appls, priv entry. $1100 incls utls, cable. Suits family. Pet negot. N/S. Avail now. Elwell St. 604-463-0029 or 604-347-6480 BBY, Near BCIT, 2 BR g/lvl ste. NS/NP. $1000/mo. incl utils, nr ammens, Immed. 604-438-1790 BBY NORTH near SFU, Upper 3 BR Duplex, 2 bath, 5 appls, f/p, carport. NS/NP. Avail Apr 1. 604-420-3269 or 604-760-7043 BBY S. Lrg 1 BR gr lev, priv entry, inste W/D, F/P, quiet, $825 incls utls. NS/NP. Suits adults. Refs. Burnfield Cres. 604-526-7335

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6602

Suites/Partial Houses

COQ 1 BR, bright, above ground, priv w/d, quiet, $750+hydro, 778-999-9451 COQ 2 BR bsmt, lrg kit, w/d, small cov patio, newly painted, n/s, $825 + 1/3 utils, 604-525-9266

COQ 3121 Pattulo. 2 BR bsmt, f/bath, own w/d, all appl. $980 incl util. 2 min to Coq Centre. Great location! Immed. 778-688-2594

COQ BLUE Mnt area, 2 BR upper, shared w/d, d/w, big deck, monitored securtiy sys. $1125 + 2/3 utils. Apr 1. Sm Pet considered, n/s. 604- 897-0411 COQ, CENTRE, 1 BR gr lev ste, Own W/D, sep entry. Avail now, $750 incls utls. NS/NP. 604-945-6755 or 604-767-8049 COQ, lrg 1 BR in quiet bldg, Storage, lndry, parking. Ns/Np. $625, ref, nr amen. 604-931-7432 COQ, Mariner Way. 2 BR. 1 bath h/wd flrs, priv w/d. $825/mo + 1⁄3 util. Ns/np. Av now. 604-521-5642

6605

Townhouses Rent

N. WEST, Queensborough, Large 2 BR + ½ den, g/lvl. $800/mo incl util. May 1. Ns/np. 604-525-7039 NEW WEST Queens Park, bright 1 BR ste, own W/D, priv entry, small yard. Suits 1. $750 incls utl. Av now. NS/NP. 604-525-3130

NEWLY RENOVATED BACH avail now, Full kitchen, bthrm, suits 1 person, N/s, N/p, Shared laundry, $675 + 20% hydro. 604-317-6465 NW. QUEENSBOOUGH New reno’d 2 BR ste, sep entry & balcony. Nr school/bus. NS/NP, $800 incls hydro. 604-524-2649

TOWNHOMES Professionally managed family townhome complex on 28 acres located in beautiful Port Moody. Spacious 2 BR & 3 BR units, 5 appls, inste W/D, walk out bsmt, 1 parking. Cat friendly.

Contact 604-939-0221

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RIVERS INLET Townhouses

(Coquitlam Centre area) • 2 BR Townhouse • 3 BR Townhouse 1.5 bath, 2 levels, 5 appls, decorative fireplace, carport. Sorry no pets. • 1 & 2 BR Apts also avail.

Call 604-942-2012

6605

Townhouses Rent

COQUITLAM 2 BR townhouse , quiet family complex, no pets. $920. Call 604-942-2277. POCO 2 BR T/H $785/mo. Quietfamily complex, No Pets! Avail Now. Call 604-464-0034

ALARM 604-463-7919 Systems Ltd.

8020

Blinds & Draperies

BLACKOUT DRAPES. Cut light 100%. Save energy. Dampen sound. Innovative fabric in 42 colors. Free est. 604-506-6230

8030

Carpentry

* RENOS * Bsmt refinish * Drywall * Bath Tiles * Windows * Doors * Stairs. Call Norm 604-437-1470

8035

Carpet Cleaning

coquitlampropertyrentals.com

CARPET CLEANING Spring special.15% off. Quality work, bonded/insured. Abe 778-235-5439

7010

Personals

CRIMINAL RECORD? Canadian pardon seals record. American waiver allows legal entry. Why risk employment, business, travel, licensing, deportation? All CANADIAN / AMERICAN Work & Travel Visa’s. 604-282-6668 or 1-800-347-2540

ROYAL STEAM CLEANING Carpet, Upholstery, Auto (Int), walls & windows 604-765-8054

8055 DAILY

Cleaning HAPPY

CLEANER

Home & Office ★Janitor Service, Ceiling & wall washing, Floor Waxing, House Cleaning, Restaurant Cleaning, Window Cleaning + more ! Free Est call Tom 604-307-5998 Ins & WCB A.S.B.A. ENTERPRISE. Comm/ Res. Free Est. $25/hour includes supplies. Insured. 604-723-0162

EUROPEAN LADY gives great massage. Reflexology & waxing. Suzanna. Call 604-251-8067

7015 POCO. Spacious, renovated 3 BR, upper floor. Priv w/d, f/p, d/w, carport. $1,400/mo + ½ util. 1 year lease. Immed. 778-995-5260

Alarm/Security

8080

Electrical

WOODLAND PARK

MAPLE RIDGE 2 BR gr lev ste, own W/D, D/W. Avail now. $990 incls utls/cbl/prkg. N/S. Pet negot. 604-463-0029 or 604-347-6480 N. WEST, Queensborough, 2 BR bmnst, $800 incl util, N/p. Apr 1. 604-524-9535 or 778-858-6685

8010

Escort Services

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8060

Drainage

DRAIN TILES & WATER LINES Without Digging a Trench 604-294-5300

Mia Casa − Drain Tile/Sewer Line Water Line Repairs / Replacement & Cleaning. Vince 604-941-6060, Al 604-783-3142

8075

Drywall

Specializing in drywall & textured ceiling repairs, drywall ﬁnishing, stucco repairs, painting. Fully insured.

604-916-7729 JEFF

*Drywall * Taping * Texture * Stucco*Painting * Steel stud framing Quality Home 604-725-8925

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8087

Excavating

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

one mini, drainage, landscaping, stump / rock / cement / oil tank removal. Water / sewer line, 24 hours Call 341-4446 or 254-6865

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

Landscaping

Enjoy Your Weekends while we: • Spring Clean Lawn & Garden • All Gardening Services • Trim Hedges • Rock Walls/Paving Stones • Deck & Fence Painting Free Estimates & Friendly Service Call Andy 604-544-3677 AndrewsGarden@shaw.ca

CONSTRUCTIVE LANDSCAPING

Sanding & Refinishing Installation Quality Workmanship Free Estimates Fully Licensed & Insured

604-771-8885

A Gardener & A Gentleman Lawn, garden, tree svcs. Pruning, yard clean-up, rubbish. 319-5302

8160 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

Power Raking Lawn Maintenance Moss Control Trimming Spring Cleanup Call for our SPRING SPECIALS 604-589-8527 604-771-4636

Artistry of Hardwood Floors

• Sales & Installation of 5’’ Continuous Gutter • Minor Repairs • Cleaning

604-420-4800

BN’S LAWN & Hedge Service Family owned & operated. 20 yrs exp, Seniors/Vets discount, DVA plan. 604-721-9422

Grow ‘n’ Gardens Lawn/Garden Trees/Hedges. Power Washing. All Services Tara 778-316-2648

kawagarden@shaw.ca Res/comm. Organic lawn care & quality compost. 604-831-0140

GARDENING SERVICE

Many years exp ★ Free Est ★ ★ Lawn cuts ★ Garden maintainance. ★ Tree topping & trimming ★ Power raking, aeration. Call Mr. Van 604-726-9741

Or 604-782-3411 Laura

CHAFFER BEETLE Treatment. Lawn care, reseeding, rototilling gardens & hedges. 778-885-6488

8080

Electrical

Always On Electric Electrical Contractor Residential & Commercial Free Est. Lic/Bonded

Dmitry 778-999-8513

Dmitry@alwaysonelectric.ca Lic#102814

A1 Steve’s Gutter Cleaning & Repair from $98. Gutters vacuumed/hand clean. 604-524-0667 ADANAC GUTTERS- Installation of continuous gutters, cleaning & repairs. Call ....604-676-1085 PRESSURE WASHING, Gutter Cleaning and Repairs Call George • 778-859-7793

8130

Handyperson

A Semi Retired Tradesman Small Renovations & Repairs, Crown Moldings & Finishing. Richard, 604-377-2480 HANDYMAN - framing, decks, tiles, hardwood, drywall. Total additions & basements. Ken 778-773-6251 or 604-455-0740

8130

Trim/Prune Trim/Prune hedges, hedges, rubbish rubbish removal, removal, yard yard clean-up, clean-up, power power raking. Free Est, 604-710-9670 raking. Free Est, 604-710-9670 YAMATO LANDSCAPING YAMATO LANDSCAPING Garden maintenance, Comm & Garden Comm & Res. Freemaintenance, Est. 604-761-7109 Res. Free Est. 604-761-7109 www.yamatolandscaping.com www.yamatolandscaping.com

YARD CLEAN-UP, lawns cut, hedges pruned, treeslawns trimmed, YARD CLEAN-UP, cut, power aerating, rubbish hedgesraking, pruned, trees trimmed, removal, gutters.aerating, 604-773-0075 power raking, rubbish removal, gutters. 604-773-0075

8175 8175

Masonry Masonry

QUALITY STONEWORK All Types. Fair Prices. QUALITY STONEWORK 604-726-6129 All Types. Fair Prices. 604-726-6129

Moving & Storage& Moving AFFORDABLEStorage MOVING

8185 8185

1 to 3 Men

AFFORDABLE MOVING 1, 3, 5, 7 or 10 Ton

45 $ From 45 We accept Visa, Mastercard & Interac From

1$to 3 Men

3, Visa, 5, 7Mastercard or 10& Interac Ton We1, accept Licenced & Insured Local & Long Distance

FREE ESTIMATES Licenced & Insured Seniors Discount Local & Long Distance

604-537-4140 FREE ESTIMATES Seniors Discount www.affordablemoversbc.com 604-537-4140 ADVANCE MOVING LTD www.affordablemoversbc.com MOVING & DELIVERY EXPERTS!! Licensed, Bonded & Insured Single item to full house moves MOVING & DELIVERY We Guarantee the Cost of& EXPERTS!! Every Move Bonded Insured A+ Flat Licensed, Rates always available Single item to full house BBB (604) 861-8885 moves We Guarantee the Cost of Every Rating www.advancemovingltd.com Move Flat Rates always available A+ BBB (604)MOVING 861-8885 LTD. AJK Rating www.advancemovingltd.com

ADVANCE MOVING LTD

Moving • Storage • Deliveries Local & Long Distance Movers AJK MOVING LTD. Residential • Commercial Moving • Industrial Storage • Deliveries Local & Long Distance Movers Also Special Truck for Clean-Ups Residential • Commercial Garage • Basement • Backyard Industrial

604-875-9072, 604-873-5292 Also Special Truck for Clean-Ups

Lawn & Garden • Clean-ups & Disposal, Gutters/Press Washing Seniors Disc. Al @ 604-783-3142 Lawn Maintenance, aeration, power raking, topdressing and pressure washing. Fully insured and bonded. Mike 778-773-0270

INSTALLATION REFINISHING, Sanding. Free est, great prices. Satisfaction guar. 604-518-7508

Gutters

ACE HANDYMAN SERVICE Pressure washing, landscaping, rubbish. Joe, 604-657-0346

Lawn & Garden

D & J GardenScape

Lawn && Garden Garden Lawn

alljobs@telus.net

DOUBLE - 0 LANDSCAPING Bobcat (small jobs), lawn care & power raking. Call 778-885-2984

Refinish, sanding, install, dustless Prof & Quality work 604-219-6944

8125

email:

604-723-2468; T. TRAN, New lawns, grass cuts, p/raking, aerating, hedging, pruning. Reliable

Greenworx Redevelopment Inc. Hardscaping & Landscaping. Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls, Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Jackhammering. 604 782-4322

8160

Free Est. 604-779-6978

★ AMAZING TOUCH LAND’G ★ Bobcat, paving, retaining walls, turf, planting, etc. 604-889-4083

Century Hardwood Floors

HARDWOOD FLOOR SERVICES

• Tree Pruning

www.constructivelandscaping.com

★ Stonework.paving stones ★ Cedar decks/fencing ★ Turf .. Ponds... Call Danny 604-250-7824

Paul Sato Gardening, Lawn Cut, Power Rake, Aerating, Fertilzer, Hedge Trim, Pruning, Weeding, Yard Cleanup. 604-298-5597

HENRY’S

Residential and Commercial • Landscape Maintenance • Power Raking • Lawn Repairs • Lawn Mowing • Aeration • Gardening • Yard Clean-up • Hedge Trimming

WILDWOOD LANDSCAPING Hedge Trimmimg & Tree Pruning & Hedge Removal Spring Up Chaffer Control & Lawn Restoration. Comm/Strata/Res Aerating & Power Raking. Free Estimates. 604-893-5745

★ OPERA LANDSCAPING ★ Retaining walls, irrigation, paving, patios, fences, etc. 778-688-2444

604-376-7224 www.centuryhardwood.com

Lawn & Garden

SPRING IS HERE!!!

Hardwood Floor Refinishing Repairs & Staining Installation Free Estimates

8160

Garage • Basement • Backyard

B&Y MOVING 604-875-9072, 604-873-5292 Experienced Movers ~ 2 Men $50 ~ B&Y MOVING • Includes all Taxes • Licenced & Insured Experienced Movers • Professional ~ 2 MenPiano $50Movers ~

• Includes all Taxes 604-708-8850 • Licenced & Insured

$35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 • Professional Piano Movers Abe Moving & Delivery and Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020

M. GILL Gardening - Lawn care. Com & Residential, Power raking, Fertilize, Weed Hedge Trims, Prune. Free Est. 778-898-4922

Royal Garden Lawn cut, edging, power raking, pruning, tree/hedge trimming WCB Ins. 604-754-8407 THE LAWN BUTCHER Only Prime Cuts will do! Call Jim 778-839-6250

Established 1963

J.A. CONSTRUCTION

Check out the specialists in our Home Service of the Classifieds Directory of the Classifieds and get started and get started yourtoday! project today! on your on project To advertiseyour your Home Home Service Business To advertise Service Business call Classifieds 604-444-3000 call Classifieds: 604-444-3000

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

EDGEMONT GUTTERS

ALL WORK GUARANTEED

of the in our CheckTake out Advantage the specialists

CHARLIE’S ELECTRIC Co. #94835 all electric needs, reas rates bonded WCB 778-888-4528

Concrete

DALL’ANTONIA CONCRETE Seniors discount. Friendly, family business, 40+ yrs. 604-240-3408

8073

Small Jobs to rewires, lighting control, new houses, repairs. Insured & bonded. Knob & tube replacement specialist. Lic. #23726. Call Chris, 604-788-3864

8155

604-708-8850

$35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 A MOVING EXPERIENCE Abe LMoving & Delivery and WITH & D ENTERPRISES !!! Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020 Fast & Dependable Special Rates Seniors Disc. Call 604-464-5872 A MOVING EXPERIENCE AMI MOVING ★ 3-5 ton cube. WITH L & D ENTERPRISES !!! Starting at $39/hour.Special Local &Rates long Fast & Dependable distances. 24/7 ★ 604-617-8620 Seniors Disc. Call 604-464-5872 AMI MOVING ★ 3-5 ton cube. Home Services Starting at $39/hour. Local & long distances. 24/7 ★ 604-617-8620 Continues on next page

Handyperson

Local Craftsman Wins National Recognition A local carpenter has won national recognition as one of Canada’s top performing home remodeling craftsmen. George Murdoch has been selected as a Canadian Craftsman of the Month from across Handyman Connection’s national network of home service professionals. “George has been doing fabulous work for our TriCities, Burnaby & New West homeowners over the past 5 years,” says business owner Sandy Black. “We’re especially proud to have George as part of our team and his dedication to quality

work and superior customer service certainly make him deserving of this honour.” Handyman Connection is Canada’s Original Home Improvement George Murdoch Specialists™ and offers repair and remodeling services to homeowners throughout the country.

604-878-5232

HOME SERVICES

8185

Moving & Storage

8220

8240

Plumbing

Renovations & Home Improvement

TwoGuysWithATruck.ca Moving, Storage, Free EST 604-628-7136. Visa, OK

8193

Oil Tank Removal

ALL-PRO OIL TANK REMOVAL

Oil Tank Detection Oil Tank Removal Soil Remediation FREE ESTIMATES BEST PRICE GUARANTEED

778-223-8265

8195

A+A+A+A+A+A+

TWO BROTHERS MOVING Local & Long Distance 604-720-0931 • bc.moving@gmail.com •

ENTERPRISE SPACE Mechanical Systems

A+A+A+A+A+A+

A+A+A+A+A+A+A+A+A+A

BOOKING • PLUMBING • HEATING For: enterprise plumbing • GAS FITTING Rep: JTaylor • RESTORATION Tel: 1304522 604-931-7575 Ad#: Cell: 604-612-4347

WWW.RENORITE.COM

$69/HR Lic’d/Ins. Exp & friendly Clogged drains, plumbing, small jobs OK! Call 24/7! 604-805-2488

PLUMBERS

Water Lines (without digging) Sewer Lines (without digging) Install. Drain tiles. 604-294-5300 LICENSED PLUMBER & Gasfitter. BBQs, ranges, etc. Repairs, renos. VISA ok. 604-830-6617

8240 PAINTING LTD.

Int. & Ext. Specialist, 20 yrs exp. * Reas. Rates, High Quality * Fast, clean, with ref’s Licensed, Insured & WCB

Jean-Guy Bottin

Cell 604.626.1975

CANSTAR PAINTING Quality Work You Can Trust! Interior & Exterior ★ EXCELLENT PRICES ★ Free Est./Written Guarantee

Insured/WCB

778-997-9582

D&M PAINTING

Interior/Exterior Specialist Many Years Experience Fully Insured Top Quality, Quick Work Free Estimate

604-724-3832 Good Day Painting Fully Insured, Quality Work, Res/Comm, No Payment till Job is Completed! Call Thomas 604 377-1338 MILANO Painting 604-551-6510 Int/Ext. Good Prices. Free Est. Written Guar. Prof & Insured. ★ QUAYSIDE PAINTING ★ BBB • Fully insured • WCB 3 Rooms $250. 604-727-0043

8200

Patios/Decks/ Railings

West Coast Cedar Installations New or repaired outdoor cedar specialists since 1991 604-270-2358 or 604-788-6458

8205

Paving/Seal Coating

METRO BLACKTOP CO. LTD Custom work for Driveways & new lane Aprons. Repairs/resurfacing. Call Gino 604-657-9936

8220 A B P

Plumbing

604-720-1564

Certified GAS FITTER & PLUMBER

Painting/ Wallpaper

CONFIDENT

MATCO DESIGN

All Renovations & Additions, Ins. Quality Work

A+A+A+A+A+A+A+A+A+A

604-312-7674

Renovations & Home Improvement

TOTAL HOME RENOVATIONS Since 1983

FROM DESIGN TO FINISH

Specialties Include: Kitchen & Bath Improvements We Also Do: • Roofing • Sundecks • Door & Window Replacements

Call Bill

604-298-1222 www.chrisdalehomes.com

COUNTRY STYLE

General Contractor COMPLETE HOME & COMMERCIAL RENOVATIONS All types of painting kitchen & bath bsmt - decks, fences.. Guaranteed: - prompt, timely & prof. service and much more. Free Estimate! call Tom 604-307-5998 Lic. Insured & WCB

HITECH ALUMINUM RAILING & FENCING

Aluminum Modular Railing Perfect for Sundecks & Stairs Do it yourself or we can install 5 Colors and 4 Designs

604-420-0257

CANWEST CABINETRY Save Money on Manufacturer Direct! Quality Custom Kitchens & Baths New • Renos • Refacing • Closets Entertainment Units & more! Free Estimates 604-328-0611 EURO STYLE DESIGNING Reliable & Professional

■ Carpentry ■ Flooring ■ Painting ■Plumbing We Do it All. Small jobs welcome, Free est. Call Robert 778-870-EURO (3876) www.eurostyledesigning.com

Save Your Dollars!

✓ RenoRite 604-781-7695

Bath *Kitchen* Suites & More A Lady & Gentleman

Home Improvements, Painting, Tile, Carpentry, Plumbing, Elec. Quality, 25yrs exp. 604-512-8915 A1 CONTRACTING. Bsmt, bath, kitchen cabinets, tiling, painting & decks. Dhillon, 604-782-1936 CARPENTER HANDYMAN, Reno’s, Carpentry, H/W Flrs, Home Repairs, etc. 604-307-6715

Plugged Drains, Main Sewer Lines Water Service, Drain Tiles, Fixtures Faucets, Hot Water Tanks, Furnaces Licensed, Insured, Bonded & WCB

604

436-1005

Georgie Award for Best Renovation & Design Complete Renovations / Additions Kitchens / Bathrooms

604-728-3009

www.jkbconstruction.com

Roofing

AFFORDABLE QUALITY ROOFING LTD. 25 Years in Business 25 Year Workmanship Warranty A+

604-984-9004 604-984-6560

NEW CANADIAN ROOFING LTD. Over 15 yrs experience All types of Rooﬁng Reasonable Rates WCB Insured

604-716-8528 A Eastcan Roofing & Siding Ltd Re-Roof, Repair. Ins. WCB. BBB. 604-562-0957 or 604-961-0324 A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

8255

D & M RENOVATIONS, Flooring, tiling, finishing. Fully Insured. Top quality, quick work 604-724-3832

A Save on Roofing - specialize in ★reroof ★ repair★ Fully Ins. Free est. 10% discount 778-892-1266

A.J.K. Moving Ltd. Special truck for clean-ups. Any size job. Lic# 32839 604-875-9072 873-5292

★ASK DISCOUNT RUBBISH★ Best Prices, Yard, House/Const, Demo. 7 days 604-727-6153 DISPOSAL BINS: Starting at $99 + dump fees. Call 604-306-8599 www.disposalking.com

JKB CONSTRUCTION LTD. COMPLETE RENOVATIONS

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

Quality Home Improvement ★ Stucco ★ All Kinds. No Job Too Big or Small. 604-725-8925

8315

Tree Services

$ BEST RATES $

Dangerous tree removal, pruning, topping, hedge trimming & stump grinding. Fully insured & WCB

Jerry 604-618-8585 Andrew 604-618-8585

8300

A-1 TRI CRAFT TREE SERVICES (EST. 1986)

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

J. PEARCE STUCCO CONTRACTING. Residential / Commercial. 604-761-6079

Treeworks 15 yrs exp. Tree/ Stump Removal, Prun’in & Trim’in & View Work 291-7778, 787-5915 www.treeworksonline.ca

8315

Tree Services

Wildwood Tree Services, Exp Hedge Trimming and Removal & Tree Pruning. Free Est. 604-893-5745

8335

Window Cleaning

Edgemont Building Maintenance • Power Washing • Window Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning

604-420-4800 Established 1963

BOB’S WINDOW Gets that Clean, Clear Shine No Drops, No Drips, No Streaks Right into the corners! Serving you for over 20 yrs. Also do Gutters 604 588-6938

AUTOMOTIVE

9125

9145

Domestic

Scrap Car Removal

9160

Sports & Imports

NEED CHEAP AUTOBODY ? www.cheapautobody.ca 604-341-7738

1998 DODGE Neon $2750 Very Clean AC, PS, PB, good tires, 604-802-2344

9129

HANDYMAN; Reasonable rates. You name it - we DO it! Call Peder • 604-339-2419

8300

Rubbish Removal

Complete Bathroom Reno’s Suites, Kitchens,Tiling, Skylights, Windows, Doors, 604 521-1567

Luxury Cars

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673

★ FREE TOWING ★ up to $500 CASH Today!

Advantage Building Maintenance: •Roof •Chimney •Skylight Repairs •FREE Estimate 604-802-1918

9515

Boats

WANTED. 3 small outboard motors. 15 HP, 9.9 HP & smaller. Motor doesn’t have to be running. Will pay cash. 604-319-5720

9522

RV’s/Trailers

604-728-1965 John

604-728-3009 jkbconstruction.com

ROOFING/ FRAMING/ Flooring/ Renos or new construction. Acom Construction. Call: 604-240-1850 Acombc@gmail.com SKYLINE DECKING Renovations, Roofing, New Construction WCB/Insured/Licensed Guaranteed workmanship, reasonable pricing Call for FREE Estimate Luke: 604-729-6871

8250

Roofing

#1 Rooﬁng Company in BC All types of Rooﬁng Over 35 Years in Business Call now for Free Estimates

604-588-0833

SALES@ PATTARGROUP.COM

WWW.PATTARGROUP.COM

Roof Leaking?

LEAK REPAIRS

Roof, Chimney & Skylight Repairs WCB Licensed ADVANTAGE BUILDING MAINTENANCE

604-802-1918

vancouverrooﬁngrepair.com

COAST TO COAST ROOFING 15 Years Experience RE-ROOF & REPAIR SPECIALIST ~ No Job Too Small ~

Gary, 604-897-3614

Installations & Repairs Big or Small, 7 Days/Week

Plumbing, Drain Cleaning & Heating

To place your ad call

604-444-3000

SPRING SPECIAL

30 yrs exp. matco@telus.net

*Furnaces *Boilers *Hot Water Heating * Hot Water tanks. *Furnace Cleaning with truck mounted machine

8250

Burnaby NOW • Saturday, April 2, 2011 • A35

Tried & True Since 1902

Call for a free estimate:

1.877.602.7346

Visit us online to receive a special discount:

www.crownroofgutters.ca

Alive & still roofing after 50 years!! RCABC Certified Roofers. BILL the Roofer • 604-522-8516 GL Roofing cedar shake, asphalt shingle, flat roofs BBB WCB clean gutters $80. 24/7 604-240-5362

2001 JAGUAR S-Type 3.0 Auto, Black on white, 139km. Perf. cond. $6,188. Tel: 778-322-3598

9145

Scrap Car Removal

THE SCRAPPER

SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC 2H

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

8255

9160 NO WHEELS, NO PROBLEM

Sports & Imports

Rubbish Removal

LOW COST ® Rubbish Removal

Cash for junk cars! $100 to $1000 Ask about our $500 Credit!

Visit our website @ www.surreyscrap.com Free tow, no wheels, no papers no problem! Hassle free friendly service. 2 hr service in most areas.

604 628 9044

MUST SELL! Fully loaded, super clean, exc condition 2004 Infiniti G35 Coupe. Reg maintained, leather interior, 120,000kms. $16,700... 604-727-3282

2008 27FT Salem fully equipped, selling due to health, $17,500. White Rock 604-725-2549

view ads online@ http://classiﬁed.van.net

❏ DISPOSAL Construction, Reno’s & Drywall / Demolition ❏ YARD & HOME Cleanup •7 Days/Week •Free Est’s

Isaac ★ 604-727-5232

604-RUBBISH 782-2474

* We Remove & Recycle Anything*

Free Est’s • Large or Small Jobs

10% OFF WITH THIS AD www.604rubbish.com

Student Works

Disposal & Recycling

Trips start at

$49

B i n s f ro m 7 - 2 0 y a rd s a v a i l .

1 Read.

Read Autoﬁnd in the paper every weekend.

2 Click.

1. Go to burnabynow.com/autoﬁnd 2. Search by STOCK# 3. Get details & photos of cars you choose

3 Drive.

Contact the dealer, check out your new ride and drive home. Easy, right?

John 778-288-8009

10% OFF with this ad www.studentworksdisposal.com

$35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 Abe Moving & Delivery and Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020 Affordable Rubbish Removal Res & Construction Cleanup John ★ 778-881-5678

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A36 • Saturday, April 2, 2011 • Burnaby NOW

100% B C Owned and Op erated Uncle Luke’s Medium Maple Syrup

5.99

s e c i o Inspired Ch Ben & Jerry’s Premium Ice Cream

375ml

assorted varieties

5.49

500ml product of Canada

Silver Hills Mack’s Flax Bread

2/6.00

Meat Department

assorted varieties

3/2.97

Peet’s Ground Coffee

4.99lb/ 11.00kg Organic Sirloin Tip Steaks

8.99lb/ 19.82kg

48g • product of USA

assorted varieties

10.99

Happy Planet Fresh Fruit Smoothies

340g • product of USA

assorted varieties

2/7.00

Barbara’s Bakery Puffins Cereals

Green & Black’s Organic Chocolate Bars

Nancy’s Organic Yogurt assorted varieties

from

2/5.00

assorted flavours

2/5.00

4.99

100g • product of Italy

Earth’s Choice Organic Apple Juice

From Our Bakery

3.99

Hearty Scandinavian Bread

1.89L

Green Asparagus Certified Organic, Mexico Grown

3.98lb/ 8.77kg Cherry Tomatoes B.C. Grown

1.98 340g bag

Bulk Department

Salad Crunchy Mix prepacked or bins

20% off

Canada's foremost supplier of natural soaps. The Soap Works products are environmentally safe, totally organic, fully biodegradable, free of sodium laurel/laureth sulphate and not tested on animals.

each • reg 6.99

1.99

Vicolo Frozen Pizzas with Cornmeal Crust assorted varieties

from 4.99

A liquid Calcium Citrate formula for superior absorption. Six delicious flavours to choose from.

550g

Aquel Carbonated Spring Water

Whole Wheat Bird’s Nest Cookies

4.99

Rice Bakery Rice Cherry Pecan Muffins package of 3

.99

package of 12

16.99

Lucini Pasta Sauce assorted varieties

6.99

Lemon Lime or Natural

Amazing Grass Certified Organic Green Superfood is a perfect blend of alkalizing greens, antioxidant rich whole food fruits and vegetables.

+ dep. + eco fee

Pastificio di Martino Organic Italian Pasta

assorted varieties

3.99

397g • product of USA

Prices Effective March 31 to April 6, 2011.

2/3.00

475ml

Amazing Grass Green Superfood

556-720g

Kettle Krinkle Cut Potato Chips

85-110g

Lifetime Liquid Calcium & Magnesium Citrate

389-424 g • product of USA

+ dep. + eco fee

regular retail price

Soapworks Soaps

Boursin Cheese

assorted varieties

680g • product of USA

4.49

3.49/100g reg 4.49

various sizes • product of USA

2.99

Choices’ Own Organic Roasted Beef

+ dep. + eco fee

2/7.00

2/2.50 or 1.48 each

From the Deli

946ml • product of B.C.

assorted varieties

Certified Fair Trade Organic

Black Creek Ranch Grass Fed Natural Lean Ground Beef

Clif Luna Energy Bars

615g • product of Canada

Kent Mangoes from Apromalpi Cooperative

45.99

241g

Cascades Extreme Paper Towels 500g

6.99

6 pack • product of Canada

We reserve the right to limit quantities. Not all items may be available at all locations. We reserve the right to correct printing errors.

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