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Hanging bullies out to dry Jennifer McFee jmcfee@thenownews.com

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Grade 4 student Josh Eisner is spearheading an anti-bullying initiative for Pink Shirt Day at Porter Street Elementary. He has arranged for the entire school to paint wooden T-shirts in shades of pink, to be hung along the school’s fence.

Bullying has got to stop. That’s the message nine-yearold Josh Eisner hopes to bring to his school — and community — through a hands-on Pink Shirt Day project. The annual anti-bullying event is set for Feb. 23, when people across the country will don pink shirts in colourful solidarity against bullying behaviours. Last year, Josh designed a logo, contacted companies for quotes and marketed pink Tshirts for sale at Porter Street Elementary school. This year, the Grade 4 student is taking his efforts one step further. Josh wants to create a visual message for the entire community to see. Josh gleaned inspiration from the Stream of Dreams  CONT. ON PAGE 4, see CORPORATE.

Coquitlam OKs new City Centre library John Kurucz jkurucz@thenownews.com Three times the space, for about one-third the cost. The City of Coquitlam announced Thursday it has acquired a parcel of land near City Hall that will be the new home of the City Centre branch of the Coquitlam Public Library, a move that’s intended to bolster the library’s reach within the community while addressing long-standing parking issues in the area. Located at 1169 Pinetree Way, the new library building features 32,000 square feet of space and 90 parking stalls, compared to 11,000 square feet of space at the current facility at City Hall. “We’re very excited and delighted to be able

to expand our service in the City Centre area — it’s in the middle of Coquitlam and there are highrises going up all the time,” said Rhian Piprell, director of the Coquitlam Public Library. “The space we have right now is too small and not easily accessible because of the lack of parking — we’ve been getting complaints for years about that. This will allow us to provide many of the things that people have been asking for for our library service.” “Looking at the longer term, with the population growing in the Town Centre, the forecast that we’re looking at and the number of visits we get at the small library, we recognized the need for some time now,” added Coquitlam Library Board chair John Meneghello. “It’s wonderful news for us, it’s great for our citizens and we’re really excited.” The land was bought for $15 million, far less

than what it would have cost the city to buy an undeveloped property, Mayor Richard Stewart said. “It’s an unusual opportunity and we’re glad that we were able to jump at it,” Stewart said Thursday. “Part of it is the fact that we were able to purchase a piece of real estate, a ready-made shell for so much less than it would have cost us to build it. Building on that particular space, as is now, would have been twice what we paid, plus the cost of land.” The added room will allow the library to expand its services, with more quiet study space and work space, on top of additional programming for both kids and adults. “Something that is emerging a lot more these days is that we’re finding that the library is becoming a place to be,” Piprell said. “We find that a lot of people come to our libraries and they may not actually borrow books, but

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they come here for a place to set up their desks or their laptops just to do work. We’d like to see it as the third space after home and work.” Between now and the June 28 move-in date, city staff will work with the library board to figure out how to best utilize the available space. From there, the nuts and bolts work begins: installing washrooms, countertops and office space, among other things. As for the current facility, Stewart said it will likely be used to house RCMP members and city staff working throughout the community who have not been housed at City Hall. “It will provide a pressure release valve for the RCMP spacing, and it will also allow us to repatriate some of our city staff and reduce some of our costs for leasing space elsewhere,” he said. “There’s about six different ways that this is a win-win scenario for the city.”

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LIFE-CHANGING MOMENT: Nestor Elementary played host to a citizenship court Thursday. About 40 new Canadians were sworn in as school staff and students watched. Judge Ann Dillon presided over the events, and students sang Canadian folk songs. To view more photos from this event, including a young boy’s first reaction to becoming a new Canadian, visit www.thenow news.com.

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he man who tried to broker a six-figure deal between a former Coquitlam mayor and a local businessman took the stand in B.C. Supreme Court Thursday. Al Ordge, the City of Coquitlam’s former economic development manager, offered testimony in defence of Jon Kingsbury, detailing how the business association between Kingsbury and Jean Aussant came to be. Kingsbury is on trial for stealing an RV owned by Aussant, and is facing charges of theft over $5,000, personation with intent to gain advantage, causing a person to use a forged document and fraud over $5,000. Ordge, who was hired by the city in 2001, told the court his duties as economic development manager included recruiting and retaining businesses in Coquitlam. In 2006, he suffered a heart attack and went on short-term disability before moving to long-term disability. In summer 2007, while still on disability, Ordge was

Jon Kingsbury introduced to Aussant by Coquitlam Coun. Lou Sekora, who told him Aussant was interested in selling his business, Enviro Surface Care Ltd., to offshore investors. “I didn’t believe a company like that would be of interest for offshore investors. I think that offshore investors are more interested in larger companies with more substance,” Ordge told the court. Nevertheless, Ordge met with Aussant a few times, visiting him on a job site where he was removing graffiti from the side of buildings. Ordge had visited Kingsbury for coffee, and told him about the opportunity to buy half the

shares of Enviro Surface Care, and the former mayor seemed interested. Aussant brought a trailer by Kingsbury’s office, where he inspected the contents and discussed the potential for a deal to buy half the company, which Aussant valued at $1.5 million. Ordge told the court Kingsbury was int=erested, but wanted to see documentation on the company’s assets. “Mr. Kingsbury questioned, initially, questioned the value of the company. When they first started evaluating it, they had only been able to find $900,000 of value in the company,” Ordge said. They brought the revised valuations to Aussant’s attention. “His response was quite interesting. He just said, ‘OK,’ and shrugged his shoulders,” Ordge testified. “All of a sudden the company went from $1.5 million to $900,000.” Kingsbury agreed to pay $450,000 for a half-share in Enviro Care, as long as Aussant provided audited financial statements regarding the value of the company’s assets. They signed a contract, and Ordge said part of the negotiations included his future role with Enviro Care.

“I would be included in some way as a partner of the company,” he said, adding that he was still “convalescing” from his heart attack, but worked on a three-year marketing plan for the company and began prospecting for contracts. “I was given a camera, a laptop and I was to scour the Lower Mainland, skate parks in the Lower Mainland, for graffiti. Then, for each skate park, I would do up prospects,” he said, adding the prospecting concluded in September. Ordge told the court he took a cellphone call from Aussant in September about not having received payment from Kingsbury for the company. “When I answered the phone, he seemed very distraught,” Ordge said. “He was very upset, and it sounded like he was in tears.” Ordge testified that Aussant told him he was about to lose the $5,000 he had put down on a travel trailer if Kingsbury didn’t come up with the down payment for the trailer. “I told him that Mr. Kingsbury was waiting for the audited financial statements. I said Mr. Kingsbury is not

going to hand you any money without proof of what the company is worth,” he said. “I said I could call Mr. Kingsbury and maybe arrange a loan, a good-faith loan, to keep the deal going.” Ordge said he called Kingsbury, who said he was getting “nervous” about the deal because the audited financial statements hadn’t arrived. “He asked me, ‘Is this viable?’ I said, ‘I think it has potential.’ That’s when he said, ‘I’ll loan him the money, but if this deal falls through, then I want my money back,’” Ordge testified. Defence counsel Peter Schmidt asked Ordge whether that was exactly what Kingsbury told him. “That’s what he said. Well, I’m paraphrasing, of course, because you can’t remember every detail,” he said. — With files from Matthew Claxton

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project, in which painted wooden fish are strung in lines across school fences. He envisioned a similar art project, incorporating cutout wooden T-shirts instead of fish. The shirts would be painted pink with a personal touch from each of Porter Street’s 360 students. “I got the idea from the fish idea on all the fences,” Josh explained. “I decided that the fish project can be done like a Paul vanPeenen/NOW Pink Shirt project.” After discussing the idea Josh Eisner asked the owners of a Coquitlam business to with his teacher and principal, help create 360 wooden T-shirts. Josh found a corporate sponsor to cover the costs. “The words may be small, hands-on opportunity to cut a Dave Danchuk, a father of but the impact they have is few shirts himself. two students at the school, great and they last a long On Wednesday, Feb. 23, works for Creative Home time. People never forget every student at Porter Street Furnishings in Coquitlam. being bullied. It stays with Elementary will have the When he heard about Josh’s you forever, so it’s really chance to paint a wooden plans, he mentioned the idea important to remember that it T-shirt in various shades of to owners Maria Lopez and has an impact.” pink. The shirts will later Blair Ballard. be strung “Josh was along the looking for fence of the “I got the idea from Coquitlam someone to buy the paint the fish idea on all the elementary and wire, so school as a fences. I decided that reminder to I talked to the fish project can be students and the owners here and they done like a Pink Shirt community were totally members that project.” gung-ho with bullying must it. They said, stop. Josh Eisner ‘Bring Josh Through Grade 4 Student down and we’ll his schooltalk to him,’” wide project, Danchuk said. Josh hopes to “Josh was totally profesend aggressive actions. sional and polite, so the “It’s important to me owners of the company decidbecause lots of people have ed to sponsor it. We bought been bullied at my school,” all the wood and they got Josh said. some paint and wire.” “Bullying is not acceptable Then Danchuk took on anywhere.” the task of cutting out 360 His dad, David, agrees. wooden T-shirts in his home “People have to remember workshop, where he creates throughout the year that we scroll-saw art. He showed need to get along and work Josh how to do the woodwork, together in order to move forso the Coquitlam kid had a ward,” he said.

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Vandals hit Minnekhada Police issue theft warning “It’s just one of those things we can’t control. We try to take measures to reduce it as a possible target.” So far in 2011, 78 windows have been broken across the school district. Minnekhada has been hit the hardest, followed by Mundy Road Elementary with six smashed windows and Citadel Middle with five. Last school year, from July 2009 to June 2010, 629 broken windows were repaired. This work cost the school district $78,537 in contractor fees, averaging about $125 per window. The total number of broken windows has decreased annually since 2005, when 1,352 incidents were reported. The district also paid $97,924 last school year to clean up 537 other cases of vandalism, including graffiti. Graffiti continues to be a concern, with 61 reported incidents so far in 2011. Birchland Elementary has reported seven incidents since Jan. 1, followed by Minnekhada with six. Cedar Drive and Hazel Trembath elementaries have each reported four occurrences.

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Minnekhada Middle School will be under the surveillance of watchful eyes to curb a recent spike in vandalism. In the past week, vandals smashed 11 windows at the Port Coquitlam school, for a total of 27 broken windows so far in 2011. Six incidents of graffiti have also been reported at Minnekhada in the past six weeks. Assistant operations director Ken Niven said school district security staff plan to implement regular security patrols of Minnekhada to try to break the vandalism cycle. Intercon Security, the district’s Vandal Watch provider, will also conduct nightly patrols. Niven said it’s hard to know why the Laurier Avenue school is being targeted. “I couldn’t even speculate. Over the years, we’ve had different schools that are the main target of graffiti and vandalism,” Niven said.

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Property theft is on the rise in the TriCities, and Coquitlam RCMP are asking residents to protect their property and watch for suspicious behaviour. Const. Kristina Biro said crime analysts have recently identified significant spikes in thefts from local homes and vehicles. “For break and enter to residences, it’s been a gradual increase over the last year,” Biro said. “As for theft from vehicles, they’ve noticed an increase since December.” The residential break-ins are mainly due to doors or windows that are left open or unlocked, plus faulty locks on doors or windows that are not repaired. Thieves also use garage door openers stolen from cars to enter homes. For thefts from cars, the most common cause is unlocked doors. Stolen property includes vehicle registration papers, wallets, GPS, iPods, iPads, laptop computers and cameras. These items are easy to sell and can also be used for fraud and identity theft. “It really comes down to taking out the valuables and locking the doors,” Biro said.

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Who are the real war criminals? Re: “Canada’s conscience ‘in limbo,’” opinion column, Wednesday, Feb. 16. I wholeheartedly agree with Mr. Schutts’ position. Our government should uphold the will of the vast majority of the Canadian people and allow these individuals [American soldiers seeking sanctuary from the Iraq war] to stay in Canada. The fact is that Bush, Cheney, Rumsfeld and their cohorts are, by interTo The national standards of law, war criminals. However, they are free to live their lives after causing hundreds of thousands of innocent people to suffer and die. They also lied to their own people and the entire world about the pretexts for war. There was clearly no justification for the invasion of Iraq, which was unsanctioned by the UN. This war and subsequent occupation has led to the erosion of international law and has led to the world being much more unstable and dangerous for all of us. These negative repercussions are still being played out every day. Who are the actual criminals here? It is a cruel joke that those who are merely sent to do the bid-

ding of those very real war criminals, but then refused to carry it out, are the ones now being prosecuted. These war resisters who are/were actually upholding international law in their refusal to participate in an illegal war and occupation (refusing much like Canada did), are being treated as criminals. As former war crimes trials have shown us, the excuse of “I was just following orders” is actually not an excuse. Editor Finally, these U.S. war resisters have not broken any Canadian laws. We should allow them to proceed through immigration just as any other applicant would. It is high time that we reclaim our traditional role in the world and uphold peace and justice. If anyone should be tried in a court, it should really be those aforementioned former government officials. Since that is highly unlikely to ever happen, I will instead hope for a new coalition government in this country. Maybe then we would at least see some justice for these war resisters. Suzanne Snizek Vancouver

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ecent news that CT scans in three B.C. communities were read by radiologists who were either unqualified or who made substantial errors despite qualifications is deeply concerning. Never are we more vulnerable than when waiting on a diagnosis. The radiologists who interpret scans of our bodies literally have information in their hands that can mean the difference between life and death. Most of us will never know how good or bad our health professionals really are. Shopping around is not really an option in our strained public system, so we are left with little choice but to trust what we are told. It’s crucial that that trust be well placed. Medicine, like any profession, is subject to human frailties. The recent problems, however, point to more than a few isolated errors; they suggest a serious systemic flaw. The review being undertaken by the health ministry is intended to help explain what went wrong. To do that effectively, it must extend beyond the particulars of these individual cases — and perhaps even beyond the field of radiology. If someone can get a job interpreting CT scans without the proper credentials, is it not possible underqualified individuals have slipped through the cracks in other areas? The review should consider whether the College of Physicians and Surgeons — which oversees doctors’ qualifications — has adequate safeguards in place across the board. It is no exaggeration to say our lives depend on their conclusions. ••• In other news, kudos to Coquitlam city council for apparently figuring out a way to make library patrons happy while saving the city money. Using space in an existing building to create a new City Centre branch may not be as exciting as building a new library from scratch, but it might save taxpayers a bundle. That’s the kind of creative thinking we want.

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The following step is to look up information about s it ever too early to start a bucket list? your idea. This will give you more motivation to If a 10 year old begins to write one, should we accomplish this goal because you’re one step closer be worried or glad that they have things to look to actually doing it. If I can recall, one of the first forward to in life? things I put down was to fly in a wind tunnel and For those who don’t know, a bucket list is a “list soon after, I found out there was one in Toronto. of things to do before I die.” It’s easy to think that No ideas? it’s a sad thing because of its association Well, one of the most common things with death, but it’s not. A bucket list is people put on a bucket list is travel. I not a “Woe is me; hopefully I won’t die say, whether it’s downtown, the Alps, the before I complete it all” list and should North Pole or the Mayan Riviera, think never be mistaken as such. big and go for it. I, for one, think it’s great, and I like However, not everything on your list that I feel comfortable putting absolutely needs to be that extravagant. In fact, anything on my list, no matter how outmine is mostly made up of smaller rageous. It’s a bit like a diary in that way. My View things, like learning how to play the I think what someone puts onto a bucket cello and the bagpipes. list really says a lot about who they are. Elizabeth Barreca It’s easy to get carried away with wild It’s a personal thing, but in no way does ideas of things to do, but it’s important it mean it shouldn’t be shared. to keep in mind that it’s also for the little things in The first step in writing a bucket list is to choose life. I think it’s really important to have at least a few a designated list sheet. This is the main copy that smaller things on your list so you can definitely say, you will have of your list. “Yes, I can accomplish that.” I started mine in middle school and I’ve never Probably the most important things to include on stopped adding, although I often forget to actually your list are the “little-big” things. write each idea down. Therefore, it’s important that These often involve another person and they’re you always return to this sheet because it’s easy to generally affiliated to concepts like reconciliation or write your thoughts on small pieces of paper and appreciation. Or perhaps, it’s something you’ve been lose them.

putting off for years. Completing these types of goals are usually the most fulfilling and meaningful. Emotionally, a bucket list can be huge step that brings up many things that may have been neglected or forgotten, but can also bring out feelings of hope and accomplishment. In no way should you feel pressed when writing your list. It’s also very vital to remember that you can’t let failure get you down. There are no set time constraints, so don’t be worried if you don’t make it the first time. It should be enjoyable and taken with a light heart, an open mind and high aspirations. So I ask you, what is on your bucket list?

Elizabeth Barreca is a Grade 12 student at Dr. Charles Best Secondary.

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Thanks for nothing, Coquitlam I am writing to express my views to Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart even though I am a resident of Port Coquitlam. I live on the south side of Victoria Drive near the DeBoville Slough. I have been watching the development of the Burke Mountain area with dismay and, basically, disgust. All through the development of the community plan the project was touted as being a very environmentally green and sound plan with smaller homes, community-style streets and forested areas. Well, all I see is another Westwood-style clearcut with large homes crammed next to each other, some really ugly townhomes along Coast Meridian and tenement-style row housing along Victoria Drive. I was under the impression that the development was staying away from the road that goes up to the rod and gun club, but lo and behold, they have clearcut almost to the entrance of the club land. What a complete lie. The next thing that will occur is that new residents will complain about the noise from the gun and archery club and the pressure will be on to close it despite them being there for probably 50 years. By the way, I have lived in my home here for 30 years and raised my kids here and now face your traffic on Coast Meridian that

backs up at Prairie, where up until last year it did not. This past fall, deer were wandering around on the newly paved roads by Leigh Elementary School with cars dodging around them — yes, I saw them several times myself, so it is not hearsay. And now, Mr. Mayor, you have given approval for development of land beside the Deboville Slough. The development was allowed in ALR land when the developer decided to put in an equestrian centre (there are already three in the immediate area). An equestrian centre is not an agricultural use; it was a ploy by the developer so that To The he could build houses. This is a wetland with a good bird population next to the dyke, which is also a park and wetland. As with 90 per cent of equestrian centres in the Lower Mainland — they lose money — I can see in a short time the developer will request a variance to tear it down and build more houses. If not, we will have more horses pooping on the dyke where we walk and cycle. As an enormous amount of fill will be placed in this wetland, there are going to be 200 trucks per day going down your newly refurbished Victoria Drive (a figure published in local papers). Well, I guess you will be back to patching the pavement over and over again like you did the last 30 years after the trucks wear it

out. Are you and your staff totally blind? Thanks for nothing. Brian Lennan Port Coquitlam

Harm reduction is available Re: “Idea of needle exchange explored,” Friday, Feb. 11. I am an outreach worker at the Lower Mainland Purpose Society in New Westminster, and I drive the health van that visits New Westminster, Burnaby and Coquitlam providing needle exchange, referrals, hygiene products and food. Editor In 2010, the needle exchange van saw 9,432 needles come in or out of the van, 5,577 condoms distributed, and we assisted 399 sex workers and 678 streetinvolved people in the community. I am sure there are many people out there who also could use the service, but I haven’t found them yet while driving around. I am sorry to hear that there are people who don’t support these kinds of health and safety initiatives because I feel that the health van is preventing the spread of HIV and Hep C in the Lower Mainland. It is important to meet people “where they are at” in their lives rather than not provide them with the supplies they need to live healthier lives. If anyone in New Westminster,

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Democracy? Re: “How party leaders are chosen matters,” opinion column, Wednesday, Feb. 16. Quite aside from the dubious last-minute dumping of separate bags of membership forms and $10 bills into the somewhat bedraggled NDP election machine and similar foibles in the Liberal ranks, we are watching and learning from the “exemplary” way party leadership conventions are being conducted both provincially and federally … democracy Canadian-style. After all, bulk peddling of political party memberships at $10 apiece to children, non-citizens, dead people and the occasional canine and feline seems a vastly more practical shortcut to the desired political result than undergoing the gruelling and time-consuming and, yes, expensive scrutiny of the leadership primaries of our much-maligned neighbours to the south, designed to give as much democracy as is deemed possible to local politics in the process of electing political party leaders. E.W. Bopp Delta

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Police ask for public’s help to find suspect Coquitlam RCMP are asking for the public’s help to find a 20-year-old man wanted in relation to a break and enter at a Port Coquitlam home. Sean David Hearnden of Coquitlam is wanted on an outstanding warrant for break and enter with intent stemming from an alleged September 2010 incident. He is described as a five-foot-10 161-pound Caucasian with brown hair and brown eyes. Police urge the public not to try to contact, approach or apprehend Hearnden. Anyone with information about his location, activities or associations is asked to call Sgt. Steve Reinhart at the Coquitlam RCMP’s nonemergency reporting line at 604-945-1550.

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Former Coquitlam city councillor Bill LeClair and fellow Tri-Cities resident Jim Carr-Hilton were honoured earlier this month with a fellowship by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of B.C. The fellowship designation is awarded to chartered accountants for contributions to the community and service to the profession. Carr-Hilton, a Port Moody resident, is the managing partner and one of the founders of Dale Matheson CarrHilton LaBonte LLP (DMCL). LeClair, who has served as a city councillor, Coquitlam Public Library board member and treasurer for the Coquitlam Foundation, is president and CEO of Crew Gold Corp.

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The Port Coquitlam Canadian Tire store donated $2,500 to the Crossroads Hospice Society. A portion of the donation will go toward the purchase of an inspirational stone entitled “Spirit” at the Crossroads Hospice Labyrinth Healing Garden in Port Moody. ••• Realtors with the Burnaby/ New Westminster/Tri-Cities division raised a total of $13,260.72 for the Tri-City Transitions Society in 2010. The funds came largely from the Fall Classic Golf Tournament and the realtors’ Christmas party.

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undle up those baby bottoms in cloth diapers to help save money and the environment. So says Maggie Chilton, a mom who’s hosting a cloth-diapering seminar in PoCo next week. As owner of online baby store Toots n’ Tots, Chilton touts her family-run business as a top resource for all things cloth-diaper related. It all began four years ago when Chilton ditched the disposables and switched to cloth diapers for her son, Maxwell. Now she continues to use cloth with her second son. “It’s just become a way of life,” said the Port Moody mom. “A lot of it for me was environmental. We used to live in the north, in Terrace. I was even more eco-friendly up there because we can see how beautiful the country is. The last thing you want to do is start to spoil it.” A disposable diaper takes about 500 years to break down, Chilton said, not to mention the plastic pack-

aging it comes in. Along with the environment, cost is another reason to consider cloth. “In a two-year period, you’re probably going to be saving at least $1,500 to $2,000 depending on how often you change a baby,” Chilton said. “People don’t change babies as often as they should. They recommend in the first few months, you change newborns about 10 to 12 times per day. But people who are using disposable diapers, a majority of them are cost conscious. They may leave them in a disposable diaper slightly longer than they should because they don’t want to keep spending money.” However, some people can also be deterred by the initial investment for cloth diaper supplies, Chilton added. “Cloth diapers are astonishingly cheaper. You can save thousands,” she said. “You’re looking at about $700 to $800 start-up fee, but that’s everything you could possibly need for cloth diapering from birth to potty training.” Typical supplies include a stock of 12 diaper covers with 36 washable inserts or, alternatively, 36

stuffed pocket diapers. Fabric selections for inserts include hemp, bamboo, microfibre and organic cotton. The appropriate choice depends on the baby’s sensitivity and the parents’ preference. Parents will also need a pail that snaps shut to store dirty diapers for up to three days. “There’s no smell at all,” said Chilton, who also sells handmade wet bags for storage. Aside from economic and eco-friendly elements, cloth diapers offer an esthetic appeal. “When you look at a baby or little toddler in a cloth diaper, they’re just so cute because you can get colours and prints,” Chilton said. “I have two boys. It’s great for me because I can get prints with trucks on them or spaceships. It’s fun. You can get colours from black to blue to red to hot pink to green — everything.” Chilton wants to share her cloth diaper know-how with the community through a series of free seminars. The next one is planned for Wednesday, Feb. 23 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Kinder Café, located at 1122020 Oxford Connector in PoCo. To register, call 1888-420-1017 or e-mail info@tootsntots.com.

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Nominate someone for a volunteer award The City of Port Coquitlam will be accepting nominations for its 2011 Volunteer Recognition Awards until March 11. Nominations are accepted in six categories: Arts, Heritage and Cultural Awareness; Caring and Safety; Environmental Protection and Enhancement; Sports and Recreation; Youth Programs; and U21 (youth under the age of 21). Nominees can be any age and do not have to live in PoCo. They cannot have previously received an award from the city, and must meet at least one of these criteria: • Their unpaid volunteer contributions provide extraordinary help or care to families or groups in Port Coquitlam; • They continually commit their time, talent and energy, without pay, to improve the quality of life in Port Coquitlam; or • They have been voluntarily involved in a program or project that has had a lasting benefit for PoCo and its residents. Terasen Gas has again stepped forward to sponsor the awards and the tribute evening, to be held April 12 during National Volunteer Week. All 2011 nominees will receive a commemorative pin and certificate, along with an invitation to the Volunteer Recognition Awards and Tribute at Riverside Secondary. The gala event will feature entertainment, refreshments and the presentation of the Volunteer Recognition Awards. Award recipients will receive a personalized etched glass trophy and will have their names added to the volunteer “Honour Roll” at City Hall. The city offers the following tips for nominators: • For a successful nomination, take the time to co-ordinate supporting materials in addition to filling out the nomination form. The nomination form includes ideas about what to include. • The awards are intended for individuals — nominations for couples will not be considered. • Visit the Volunteer Recognition Awards page at www. portcoquitlam.ca/volunteer for more information and a sample nomination. The nomination deadline is March 11 at 4 p.m. Nomination forms are available online as well as at City Hall (2580 Shaughnessy St.), Port Coquitlam Rec Complex (2150 Wilson Ave.), Hyde Creek Recreation Centre (1379 Laurier Ave.) and Terry Fox Library (2470 Mary Hill Rd.).

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• Female cats go in and out of heat every id you know that in just seven years, three weeks between January and November. one unspayed cat and her offspring can In addition to preventing unwanted litters, produce more than 450,000 cats? For spaying your cat will reduce her desire to dogs, that number is 4,000 and one unspayed escape to find a mate, spraying or female rabbit and her offspring can inappropriate elimination, howling produce 95 billion rabbits in that and attracting unwanted male cats same period! onto your property. Tragically, many more animals • Spaying or neutering your are born in B.C. than there are pets reduces the likelihood of them homes for. The BC SPCA and other developing uterine, ovarian and animal rescue organizations shelter testicular cancers. and find homes for tens of thou• Having your pet sterilized also sands of these unwanted animals Paw Prints provides an opportunity to have each year, but sadly many more are other important health procedures simply abandoned by their guardLorie Chortyk performed, as necessary, such as ians and suffer a cruel death from an identification tattoo or microchip or teeth starvation, disease, predation or injury. cleaning. Spaying and neutering is done under The BC SPCA has declared February Spay a general anesthetic, so your pet won’t be in and Neuter Awareness Month and is urging pain. all pet guardians to have their pets sterilized If cost is a concern for you, check with your if they haven’t already done so. In addition to local SPCA. The SPCA provides assistance to saving lives, your pet will live a calmer and low-income pet guardians when possible and happier life. Here are just some of the benefits many communities have low-cost spay and for your pet: neuter funds administered through the local • Neutering generally reduces aggressive government. behaviours in pets. Neutered dogs are calmer For information on spaying and neutering and less likely to bite, attack or get into alteryour pet, visit spca.bc.ca. cations at the dog park. Neutered cats don’t have the drive to mark and protect their terri• Lorie Chortyk is the general manager of tory and are less likely to spray or get into cat community relations for the BC SPCA. fights.

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ADOPT-A-PET WINSTON • ANIMAL: CAT • BREED: DSH • SEX: NEUTERED MALE • AGE: ADULT

Winston is an adorable guy with big chunky cheeks. He is an affectionate cat and loves having his big cheeks rubbed. Winston doesn’t seem to be concerned with the other cats and would be ﬁne in a multi cat home.

ENZO

• ANIMAL: CAT • BREED: DSH • SEX: NEUTERED MALE • AGE: ADULT

Enzo is still patiently waiting for his forever home. Enzo needs a special diet to help his urinary tract and therefore he must stay in a kennel. We would love to see Enzo in a quite and relaxing home soon. He’s such a sweet boy we hope someone will fall in love with those big eyes soon!

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• ANIMAL: DOG • BREED:TERRIER MIX • SEX: SPAYED FEMALE • AGE: ADULT

Koko is a sweet girl, who can be a bit shy with new people. She needs a chance to get to know someone before she puts all her trust in them. Koko is slightly reactive when passing other dogs, but is getting better with training. Koko would likely do best in an adult only home that has experience with larger dogs.

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One unspayed cat and her offspring can produce an astounding 450,000 cats in just seven years — definitely a reason to get your pet spayed or neutered. All dogs and cats are spayed/neutered and have received a set of vaccinations. These and other animals are available for adoption at the

Coquitlam Animal Shelter, 500 Mariner Way • 604-927-7387 Open Monday to Friday from 9am-8pm, weekends & holidays from 10am-4pm. Interested in volunteering or fostering? ...please call us."

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• ANIMAL: RABBIT • SEX: NEUTERED MALE • AGE: ADULT

Hopper is a handsome boy with unique markings around his eyes. He loves to rearrange his cage after we’ve cleaned it so it’s up to his standards! Hopper has been friendly and fairly easy to handle. Hopper is still a single bunny and may like to be matched with a friend.

Operated by the City of Coquitlam, the kennel is conveniently located at Mariner Way and Austin Avenue in its own private enclosure at the Coquitlam Animal Shelter. Boarding Fees are: • 1 dog in 1 kennel/24hr period: $24.00 • 2 dogs (same family) in 1 kennel/24hr period: $36.00 (dogs' combined weight must not exceed 100lbs) • Double kennel/24hr period: 2 dogs (same family): $48.00 3 dogs (same family) sharing: $60.00 (dogs' combined weight must not exceed 200lbs) $5.00/extra fee for medication - up to (2) twice/day $24.00 non-refundable deposit required for all bookings Guests enjoy: • Spacious indoor / outdoor kennels • Heated Floors • Daily Exercise • Dog owners are to bring their dog's own food and treats which will be served as directed

Kiri is a sweet and affectionate dog with lots of energy and spunk. She is outgoing and easily makes friends with everyone. Kiri requires a special diet and supplements for a pancreas disorder and the Shelter is looking for a foster home for her. Kiri gets along with some dogs, but will need a home without cats or small animals. Please contact the shelter for more info on fostering Kiri.

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• ANIMAL: CAT • BREED: DSH • SEX: SPAYED FEMALE • AGE: ADULT • DECLAWED

Dinah is a sweet girl who can be a bit shy at times. Once she feels comfortable she is friendly and affectionate. Dinah is declawed and will need to be an indoor only cat. Luckily she survived her time outside before coming to the shelter. Dinah isn’t too thrilled about the other cats and would like to be the only cat.

• Special care and attention from experienced, trained City of Coquitlam staff to ensure the health and well-being of our special guests, all dogs must: • Be at least four months old • Have a current dog license • Be up to date on all vaccinations (rabies, distemper, parvovirus and kennel cough)

Coquitlam City Kennels 500 Mariner Way Coquitlam, BC www.coquitlam.ca Coquitlam Animal Shelter, 500 Mariner Way • 604-927-7387

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The new 2011 model of the Jeep Grand Cherokee is “easily the bestlooking Grand Cherokee to date,” reviewer David Chao writes.

t’s been a long time since the original Jeep Grand Cherokee debuted in 1992, replacing both the Grand Wagoneer and smaller Cherokee with a single vehicle. Jeep’s mid-size SUV has done well for itself, building upon the Jeep legacy and establishing a strong following in the ’90s, but the landscape has changed significantly over the past decade. With the increasing success of crossover SUVs that put more emphasis on car-like convenience than off-road capabilities, the Grand Cherokee has found itself with more competition than ever. In order to recapture the attention of consumers who are more concerned with cargo space than approach angles, some serious rethinking was necessary. The evolution began in 2005, with the introduction of a Grand Cherokee that was significantly more refined, comfortable and luxurious than its predecessors. However, while it was a major improvement in almost every way, the 2005 model didn’t present itself very well. It could still go toe-to-toe with traditional SUVs such as the Ford Explorer, Nissan Pathfinder and Toyota 4Runner, but lacked the eye-catching styling necessary to compete with the more daring and intriguing designs of crossovers like the Ford Edge and Nissan Murano. Thankfully, that’s not an issue with the new 2011 model, which is easily the best-looking Grand Cherokee to date. Designed for both on-road and off-road adventures, the fourthgeneration Grand Cherokee pays tribute to its origins while adopting the car-like qualities we’ve come to love in crossovers. The result is an SUV that feels purpose-built for two completely different worlds— an impressive feat, to say the least. The base Laredo trim is priced comparably to the Explorer, Pathfinder and 4Runner at $38,000, but you’re not getting a whole lot in terms of standard equipment. In contrast, a base 4Runner comes with a moon roof and a power lift gate — neither of which are found on the Laredo — and does it for slightly less. In order to take the next step and truly compete with less-expensive crossover SUVs, Jeep is going to have to improve the value proposition. With that quick and easy fix, the Grand Cherokee could quickly make up all the ground it has lost over the past 10 years.

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With a smoother and more aerodynamic exterior, the Grand Cherokee certainly has a crossover feel about it. Off-roading purists may be concerned about the use of a unibody platform, but Jeep is still among the best when it comes to developing allterrain trucks, and the Grand Cherokee is no exception. Though it pushes the envelope on styling, the Grand Cherokee is still in line with Jeep’s look and feel, making it easily identifiable. Notable design cues include the shallow notch cut into the hood, and the hidden hinge for the flip-up rear win-

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Grand Cherokee offers three four-by-four systems dow that gives the lift gate an almost seamless look. From the moment you get in, you get a sense of Jeep’s renewed commitment to design and execution. The cabin is beautifully done, with wraparound trim, high-quality plastics and even an optional wood-accented steering wheel. One minor issue is the plastic panel covering the steering wheel, which leaves some slightly rough edges above the crossbar, right where drivers will tend to hook their thumbs.

Performance

Power comes from a 3.6-litre V-6 with 290hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, or a 5.7-litre V-8 producing 360-hp and 390 lb-ft of torque. For the moment, Jeep has declined to offer a diesel engine. The new V-6 is an excellent engine, generating 38-per-cent more horsepower and 11-per-cent more torque than last year’s V-6. However, while there’s lots of power available, the engine lags a bit at low r.p.m. before full acceleration kicks in. Where handling is concerned, the Grand Cherokee can hold its own against all but the sportiest of crossover SUVs. The steering is predictable, with a hint of understeer, and the road feedback is very good. As a result, the Grand Cherokee is a fun-to-drive and confident SUV in practically any conditions. Off-road enthusiasts have their choice of three four-by-four systems (Quadra-Trac I, Quadra-Trac II and Quadra-Drive II), along with a new Selec-Terrain system that enables

the driver to specify the type of terrain being tackled. As well, there’s the Quadra-Lift air suspension, which can position the Grand Cherokee at five different heights for optimized ride comfort and performance.

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Usability is excellent in the Grand Cherokee, with the stereo display mounted up high where you can see it at a glance and controls placed logically and conveniently. Of particular note is the black-and-white LCD screen set between gauges, which is well-designed and easy to read without being too distracting. In-cabin storage space is reasonable, but there’s room for improvement. The glove box is decent, but the centre console and map pockets are on the small side. That said, the rear cargo space is huge, with sides that slope outward to maximize volume and split-folding rear seats that provide a truly flat load floor. The front doors open almost 90 degrees, which isn’t quite as useful as it sounds. While that’s nice for getting kids and cargo out of the rear doors, it’s easy to accidentally swing the front doors too wide open, in which case they might hit an adjacent parked car.

tain airbags. Features available as options or standard on upper trim levels include xenon headlamps, sunroof, command-view dual-pane sunroof, rain-sensing wipers, navigation system with backup camera, backup sensors, remote starter, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel and upgraded nine-speaker audio systems with hard-drive storage. Jeep also sells a number of off-road and towing packages. Fuel efficiency for the 3.6-litre engine is rated at 13 L/100 km in the city and 8.9 L/100

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had cheerleaders but team members as well. “I slowly got the kids involved, and they just jumped all over it. They thought it was a blast,” he said. “Children, all they want to do is hang out and play. Fitness is not work to them, it’s something that’s fun. You’re hanging out with your dad, you’re hanging out with your mom.” They incorporated exercise into their lives every day: taking the dog for a walk, going swimming and taking taekwondo — all family activities they could do

together. “We weren’t working out very hard, but we were doing something every day,” he said. They also embraced healthy cooking, experimenting with recipes and incorporating more salads into meals. He began documenting their progress on a blog called Fit Forties Father (www. ﬁtfortiesfather.blogspot.com), and extended family and friends began cheering the foursome on. “It was a little bit embarrassing, because I don’t really like

attention, but the kids loved it. They would help me write things out,” he said. At the end of the day, Karras lost 12 pounds and won the challenge — meaning $5,000 in ﬁtness equipment to keep them moving. The family increased their energy levels, and Karras said the real prize is being able to enjoy the pace of their new life. “We’ve limited the kids to two extra curricular activities. That will keep them involved, that will give them good family time and it won’t burn us out.” – COQUITLAM NOW

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can spend more time doublechecking accuracy and keeping things updated. Upright is convinced that keeping a personal health record will pay off. In her case, one doctor told a specialist that her blood work included a glucose test and she was cleared for surgery. Checking her own copy of the lab records, which she requested at the time they were done, Upright found there had been no glucose test. Patients often can’t tell what the test results mean, says Dr. Mike Moss, medical director of Life Labs, but he’s in favour of patient-kept health records as a way to spur involvement in personal well-being. It was Upright’s child’s health that made her interested in the subject. The youngster was hospitalized for several weeks early in life, and a year later, a specialist requested speciﬁc information on time spent on a ventilator and prescription drugs. Despite her training, Upright could not say for sure. She contacted the hospital for the information, and, to her

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Admission is $5 and includes a discussion on beyond the Mackin House Museum test scores and how being continues its Bridging gifted is an art. Children’s Generations program with program will involve a geoperogy making from 12:30 to caching treasure hunt, and 2:30 p.m. and a Maillardville admission is $10. Registration heritage walk at 2:30 p.m. is required. Info: Walk goes ahead fast.brained. rain or shine, kids.coquitlam@ and will be led gmail.com. by a bilingual events@thenownews.com Evergreen guide with tea Cultural Centre and coffee to folplays host to low. Registration The Real View, required. Info: 604-516-6151. a financial literacy forum for Westcoast Wine Education women, at 7 p.m. Professional teams up with the Port women from various fields of Coquitlam Heritage and real estate, mortgage finanCultural Society for a tasty cing, financial planning and fundraiser called A Taste of law will speak. Tickets are $10 PoCo Spirit 3, the Wines of and available by calling 604Italy, at the Gathering Place 927-6550 or visiting www. of Leigh Square. Tickets are evergreenculturalcentre.ca. $40, and participants can SFU Philosopher’s Café sample 16 wines from Italy. meets at 7 p.m. at the Leigh Proceeds support the society’s museum project. Information: Square Community Arts Village. Graham Forst will www.pocomuseum.org. moderate a discussion on the MONDAY, FEB. 21 meaning of life. Admission Tri-Cities Parkinson’s is $5. Support Group meets from 10 Tri-City Newcomers a.m. to noon at Eagle Ridge Club meets at 7:30 p.m. at United Church, 2813 Glen the Royal Canadian Legion Dr., Coquitlam. Attendees are Branch No. 133, 2675 asked to bring finger food to Shaughnessy St. in Port share. Information: Peggy at Coquitlam. All women, not 604-461-9705. just those new to the area, are Fast-Brained Kids of welcome. Information: Wendy Coquitlam holds a special at 604-468-2423 or tricities_ presentation by gifted edunewcomers@yahoo.ca. cation specialist Pamela TUESDAY, FEB. 22 Richardson from 6:45 to 8:30 Coquitlam Public Library p.m. in the Gallery Room holds an information sesof Winslow Centre, 1100 sion on how to use e-readers Winslow Ave. in Coquitlam.

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“I built a new home and moved in last July. The sod was laid and looked great at first. Two months later, the grass was sparse and mostly dirt on the north side of the backyard shed. I put down two applications of fine sand, but the grass is still very sparse. My biggest problem is hundreds of worm castings the size of golf balls. I dispose of them but they re-appear. The mower wheels run through this muck and it looks like my backyard is covered in grease.” Jean Downing Ladner

grass to root properly into the soil below. A scattering of Dolomite lime in fall followed later by slow-release organic fertilizer would also have helped. I wonder how thickly you applied the sand. Grass needs drainage, but it also needs nutrition. It would be useful to get your lawn aerated this spring to improve the drainage. Wielding a fork will likely not be too effective. You may need to get a machine in. Aeration is hard work. Afterwards give the lawn a good raking so that a portion of the sand layer you applied goes into the holes. The size of the worm castings Then scatter some Dolomite suggests that you may have dew lime over the lawn and two or worms (night crawlers) in your three weeks later, fertilize the lawn lawn. You might check this out by spreading weed-free compost Branching Out or a slow-release organic fertilizer. by going out at night with a flashlight. Dew worms are much larger The compost would be your best Anne Marrison than other earthworms. option, since if the aeration/lime/ Most kinds of earthworms come to the surnutrition doesn’t perk up your grass, you may face of the soil at night and after rain to feed have to look at re-seeding your lawn — at least on leaves and other organic materials. They all in the bare spots. love rich, moist soil, which is why grass clipBirds like to eat all worms, and attracting pings attract such huge numbers of worms. them to your yard by container ponds, birdWorms of all kinds are hugely difficult to houses or berrying shrubs might help. get rid of — and earthworms are so beneficial, Leaving grass clippings on the lawn is an this isn’t a good idea anyway. But if your lawn excellent practice because grass clippings are were in really good shape with lush, thick grass a good fertilizer for grass and a mulch that that’s not cut too short, the castings would not reduces the need for watering. If you mow be as visible, might not bother you as much frequently and raise your mower’s height so and eventually would increase the health and that only the top third of the grass is cut, the aeration of your soil. clippings will not be unsightly and the grass It’s interesting that grass on the north side will be healthier. The clippings and the high of your shed was sparse after only two months. cutting will lessen the nuisance effect of the Perhaps it’s very shady on that side. Most grass castings, both visually and underfoot. (even shade mix) needs some sun. Also, if you installed the sod in July or August, frequent • Anne Marrison is happy to answer garden watering would have been essential to get the questions. Send them to amarrison@shaw.ca.

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grain. It comes from broadleaf plants originally tarches are making a comeback, and rice native to the Inca people of South America. It is always a favourite. Let’s look at our has a somewhat similar appearance to couschoices and compare them to quinoa. cous-shaped pasta. Quinoa is superior to other Brown rice has approximately the same grains because it is a complete protein, connumber of calories and carbohydrates as white taining a balanced set of essential amino acids. rice. The difference is that brown rice has It offers similar protein and carbohydrate levels just the outer husk removed from the grain, as wild rice, a similar calorie count as white or whereas white rice has the husk and the bran brown rice, but with a higher natural fat conremoved. There are a couple of disadvantages, tent and a nutty flavour. however: brown rice takes twice as long to Quinoa can be cooked in the same manner cook, and it spoils faster in the dry form as it as rice, or cooked without a lid for still contains the essential oils of more texture. We sauté the dry the rice germ. grains in olive oil and garlic before If eating white rice is not a conadding liquid, and then we stir cern for you, then there are a numoccasionally, without a lid, until all ber to choose from: long grain, the liquid is absorbed and evaporshort grain, basmati, jasmine, ated. If you are tired of rice, this etc. Out of all of these options, I makes a great alternative. normally choose basmati for my busy lifestyle. It cooks the fastest On Cooking Dear Chef Dez: — once the water comes to a boil, “When we are in a hurry, we cover and simmer for 10 to 12 Chef Dez cook instant rice. How come it can minutes and then serve. It is very cook so quickly? Is it really rice?” fragrant and the delicate grains are Robert P. a complement to many rice recipes. Calgary Short grain rice is very popular with sushi making. It is mixed with a brine to aid in the Dear Robert: binding qualities needed for shaping and to Instant rice is white rice that has been give it distinct flavour. For my sushi rice, I cooked and dehydrated. This allows for faster dissolve one tablespoon of salt and one-quarter cup of sugar into one-third of a cup of rice vin- preparation, but because of the extra processegar over medium heat. This will make enough ing it offers less nutritional value than raw white rice and is more expensive. For the times to season approximately three cups dry shortwhen you are in a hurry, I recommend going grain rice, cooked. with basmati rice, or cooking extra rice if you Wild rice is a grain that is actually classified know in advance you are going to be stretched as a grass. When compared to cooked brown for time. and white rice, it offers lower calories, lower carbohydrates and higher protein. Wild rice • Chef Dez is a food columnist, culinis more coarse when served on its own, and is ary instructor and cooking show performer. great mixed in combination with other rices. Send your food or cooking questions to dez@ Quinoa (pronounced “keen-wah”) is also chefdez.com. known as Inca rice, but is really a seed, not a

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Wearable Arts Awards continue to push the boundaries of art The People’s Choice award will be handed out after the exhibition wraps up April 10, jkurucz@thenownews.com while two of the more notable awards this year include second life, formerly known as the recycled material category, and the conceptual Design and fashion aficionados from all award. corners of the globe are descending upon Port “[Second Life] is about pushing the category Moody this weekend for arguably the city’s beyond recycled material only — we wanted most unique and bizarre celebration of art. to think about people re-using and re-purposThe performance portion of the eighth ing materials,” Matthews said. annual Wearable Arts Awards “With the recycled category takes place this Saturday and people were really focusing Sunday at the Inlet Theatre, “Entries have to push on what goes into your blue with more than 50 entries box, so we wanted to push it coming in from across Canada the boundary of beyond there. With the conand the U.S., and from as far clothing ... We’re ceptual award, it’s for artists away as Australia and Korea. looking for art that’s who have really pushed the About half those entries are from Canada, with five coming designed for the body.” boundaries of what their statement is with the piece.” from the Tri-Cities. This year’s jurors include Presented by the Port Moody Gayle Ramsden, an instructor Arts Centre Society, this year’s Jane Matthews in the fashion design departfestival has attracted a signifiPort Moody Arts Centre ment at the University of the cant number of entries from Fraser Valley, award-winsouth of the border, a phenomning textile artist Natalie enon likely attributed to postPurschwitz and Port Moody Coun. Gerry Olympic afterglow. Nutall. “Using the Olympics last year to launch So what exactly will those three be looking more international awareness created what we for in terms of narrowing down the field? hoped to achieve,” said Jane Matthews, execu“[Entries] have to push the boundary of tive director of the Port Moody Arts Centre. clothing,” Matthews said. “We’re not look“We’ve got a lot more American entries this year, and I think that’s a response to seeing the ing for clothing. We’re looking for art that’s designed for the body.” awards in different media and mediums in the Tickets are still available for this weekend’s last year.” This year’s categories include: open, brassier, show, and can be purchased by calling the arts centre at 604-931-2008. Tickets, which headdress, best in show, material of the year, cost $30, may also be purchased at the door and the student award, which will be given to on both Saturday and Sunday. See www.wearan entrant enrolled at either a secondary or ableartawards.com for more info. post secondary school.

Elena Gregusova’s Dream Catcher was the winner of the Canadian Spirit category at last year’s Wearable Arts Awards. This year’s rendition of the show is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday in Port Moody.

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Shirleys bridge the gap through music

Mana Sato’s sculpture Marketing Classmate is on display now at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre as part of the Emerging Talent XIV art show. The annual juried exhibit is organized by secondary local specialist art teachers, and a fairly rigorous screening process is used each year to select the cream of the artistic crop amongst local high school students.

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other hand, was shot over the course of an entire troop deployment in Afghanistan and paints a portrait of the lives of children and teens from military families. The free shows run from 2 to 3:30 p.m., and no pre-registration is required. On Feb. 25, the story of Montreal-based artist and musician Josh Dolgin will get the big screen treatment in The “Socalled” Movie. Scheduled from 2 to 3:30 p.m., Dolgin’s movie consists of 18 short films outlining his creative process and how he refuses to take no for an answer in pursuing his artistic endeavours. The library is located at 575 Poirier St. in Coquitlam.

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The second of eight concerts benefiting an upcoming youth pilgrimage to Spain will be held this weekend in Coquitlam. The Kabok String Orchestra will perform tomorrow (Saturday, Feb. 19) at Our Lady of Fatima Church as part of an ongoing concert series meant to help fund a nine-day youth pilgrimage in Madrid, Spain this summer. The New Westminster-based orchestra features members between the ages of 10 and 16 in its ranks, and is headed up by music director Erno Kabok and head conductor Bryan Deans. Tickets for the performance cost $20 and are available through the parish office or at the door on the night of the performance.

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From Russian love songs to Cuban carnival music, the Shirleys leave few stones unturned in their approach to bringing world music to the masses. Come Feb. 19, the seven-piece, all female a capella group will perform at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre alongside the Coastal Sound Music Academy’s Youth Choir. Consisting of members Yael Blum, Samantha Fletcher, Karen Lee-Morlang, Karla Mundy, Keona Mundy, Victoria Oginski, and Dawn Pemberton, the Shirleys’s lyrics are meant to reflect themes of hope and aspiration while “fighting back against injustice, intolerance, hopelessness and despair.” Tickets range in price between $10 and $38, and the Feb. 19 performance gets underway at 8 p.m.

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Seven still a special number for Coquitlam Dan Olson sports@thenownews.com Seven — a number often corresponding with the world’s wonders, deadly sins, storybook dwarves and Canadian painters. Being that it is also the number of teams that qualify for the B.C. Hockey League playoffs in the Coastal Conference, its lucky reputation is another reason it is coveted. With just two games remaining in the regular season, the Coquitlam Express continue to chase their own No. 7. On the heels of Wednesday night’s 7-3 loss in Surrey, the Express remain deadlocked with the Cowichan Valley Capitals — who only have one game left — for that last playoff spot. And a tie will do them no good, as the Caps have one more win. That it’s come down to just one weekend, including tonight’s 7 p.m. rematch with Surrey at the Coquitlam Sports Centre, kind of sums up the hotand-cold realities the 20-28-1-9 Express have endured. “We got off to a good start in the first period but in the second period we kind of ran into penalty trouble,” remarked rookie defenceman Mark Begert. After the Eagles opened the scoring, Destry Straight snapped home a powerplay marker that kept it even until the last minute of the period. A powerplay goal, followed by three straight tallies to start the second frame, gave Surrey a safe margin to work from. While extra-man markers by Alex Petan and Massimo Lamacchia made it 5-3, Robert Lindores grinded those comeback hopes to a halt with a shorthanded tally in the third. Now the heat’s on, as Coquitlam needs at least one point and can clinch with three over their final two games. “We’ve got to get at least a tie but we want to win (Friday),” Begert said. “Salmon Arm will  CONT. ON PAGE 30, see EXPRESS...

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THE BIG WIND-UP: Dr. Charles Best Blue Devils’ Challen Rogers, right, takes aim Tuesday during the team’s senior lacrosse game against Terry Fox. With the Ravens ahead 5-4 at the half, league-leading Best responded with four unanswered goals to collect an 8-5 victory. Wesley Berg picked up five goals and three assists, while Rogers had a goal and four helpers. Fox got two goals each from Al Agnoletto and Kyran Clarke.

Riverside rules junior loop; Cents stock rising

Being ranked No. 1 in the whole province, the Riverside Rapids junior girls basketball team know they are a marked club. It’s meant that every game, the competition is either extra motivated to knock them off their perch, or apprehensive about how they measure up. With the Fraser Valleys on the horizon, it will be virtually all of the former the rest of the way. The Rapids carted off the District Junior title last week by clipping Archbishop Carney 46-13 in the final. Led by Desha Puri’s 16 points, Riverside established control early and maintained that pace much of the night. Chelsey Sanchez chipped in with nine points. Earlier, they rocked Terry Fox 70-17 to advance to the final, with Puri tally-

ing 17 points and Vanessa Gee adding 15. The junior Valleys, which start Monday at Riverside, will up the ante for the top-ranked club. “Being ranked No. 1 means that we have a big target on our back, everyone would love to beat us,” Rapids coach Caitlin Langford said. “The girls have to be careful to not get complacent and to bring their ‘A’ game all the time.”

Jr. Cents upset top seeds

They entered as the No. 3 seed and emerged at the top. Such is the life of an underdog. The Centennial Centaurs may not have been the longest shot to win the District junior boys basketball crown, but the road to such results would require beating two teams that had bet-

ter seasons — and that’s what they did. Centennial earned the District’s playoff title with a 44-39 victory over the regular season champion Terry Fox Ravens on Wednesday. Emboldened by a huge win over Archbishop Carney in the semifinal, the Cents rolled out and built up a comfortable 17-point lead over Fox by the fourth quarter. However, the Ravens remained true to character and replied en masse in cutting the deficit down to two points with a couple minutes to play. The Centaurs made their defensive stand stick and held on for the district championship. “We did a lot of the little things that it takes to win — rebounding, boxing out, jumping on the floor,” remarked Centennial coach Craig Percevault.

“Our kids battled all three days.” Grade 9 Denver Sparks-Guest was the Cents’ top shooter with 10 points, while Nathan Lund was named the district MVP, leading the way with a dominating effort on the boards and on defence. For Fox, Alex Philcox notched 15 points to lead all shooters. The Ravens had won a pair of previous encounters, but both games were fairly close. In the semifinal against No. 2 Carney, Centennial chipped away at a nine-point deficit in the third quarter to lead by one with a frame to play. The two teams than traded shots with the Cents prevailing 50-47. Leading the Cents with 18 points was Grade 9 shooter Zachary Wilkinson, while Carney’s Patrick Simon tallied 20.

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Sports Cents, Talons and Fox off to Valleys In crucial must-win fashion, the Centennial Centaurs, Gleneagle Talons and Terry Fox Ravens lived to play another game. All three won their senior AAA girls basketball Fraser Valley playdowns on Tuesday to join the Riverside Rapids and Maple Ridge Ramblers at next week’s Valley tournament. The Centaurs cruised to a 110-48 victory over South Delta. Up 23-0 after just four minutes,

Centennial shifted gears and removed the press. They led 58-19 at the half. Lauren Sollero led all shooters with 24 points, while Shayna Litman scored 20 and Shanice Fuoco-Guy contributed 14. Gleneagle knocked off Seaquam 52-33, while Terry Fox toppled Semiahmoo 71-50. Game details were unavailable. The Valleys begin Monday at Riverside.

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DOUBLE TROUBLE: Douglas College’s Stephanie Ko displays the form that helped her and partner Melody Liang win a fifth straight B.C. Colleges Athletic Association provincial women’s doubles badminton title at Pinetree Community Centre.

Breakaway

Ravens lead hardware haul

The Lower Fraser Valley wrestling championships proved to be bountiful for local grapplers, who combined for 19 gold and 19 silver. That kind of bling would make Lady Gaga blush. For the Terry Fox Ravens, who hosted the event, it demonstrated why 19 of their 26 wrestlers qualified for the B.C.s. Leading the way were gold medallists Michelyn Bell, Dylan Nash, Justin Ono, Kristi Roots, Jared Soll and Alana White. The Gleneagle Talons’ Farid Alizadeh, Catherine De Vaal, Sason Haghighat-Joo and Alexis Latimer also won gold, as did Port Moody’s Blake Chernoff, Arash Farhadian, Laura Kean, Jennifer Sakelariou and Mariah Wong. Picking up top honours for Dr. Charles Best were Rachael Allen and Junichi Swope, while Riverside’s Matthew Harrison and Centennial’s Robert Rogal completed the gold mining. Here are more district highlights from the meet: BOYS, 41kg – 1st Arash Farhadian, PM; 2nd Nathan Ferguson, CE;

3rd Dylan Sadat, GL. 45kg – 1st Farid Alizadeh, GL; 2nd Liam James, CB; 3rd Ryan Clark, RV. 48kg – 3rd Marcus Johnson, PT. 51kg – 1st Justin Ono, TF. 54kg – 2nd Kasra Jamshidi, PM. 57kg – 2nd Dylan Samuels, PM. 60kg – 1st Matthew Harrison, RV; 2nd Batnorov Norovsuren, PT; 3rd Brandon Lesree, CE. 63kg – 1st Sasan Haghighat-Joo, GL; 2nd Jack Brady, TF; 3rd Keegan Adair, PT. 66kg – 2nd Connor Adair, PT. 70kg – 1st Junichi Swope, CB; 3rd Hansol Kang, GL. 74kg – 1st Blake Chernoff, PM; 2nd Kirill Cherpinskiy, GL; 3rd Afshin Zare, CE. 78kg – 1st Robert Rogal, CE; 2nd Stafford Wilson, TF; 3rd Adam Hartle, TF. 84kg – 1st Dylan Nash, TF; 2nd Trent Woida, TF; 3rd Brett Boyce, TF. 90kg – 1st Jared Soll, TF; 2nd Gordie Frank, RV; 3rd Kaeden Hnatiw, PM. 110kg– 2nd Marko Bevanda, TF; 3rd Mansar Mashanlo, RV. GIRLS, 43kg – 2nd Terryn Legge, TF. 47kg – 3rd Pascale Mendes, GL. 51kg – 1st Laura Kean, PM; 2nd Karly Adair, PT. 54kg – 1st Alexis Latimer, GL; 3rd Laura Avery-Wilson, CB.

Cheetahs quick to the finish In a span of 49.62 seconds, Coquitlam’s Hodson Harding jumped to the top of the pack. And he still finished second. The Coquitlam Cheetahs’ sprinter placed second in the 400 metre dash at the University of Washington Indoor Open track meet last week, posting the fastest Canadian time for 16 and 17 year olds. Coming in first was clubmate and Port Moody’s Benjamin Ayesu-Attah, 18, who won it with a time of 48.93. That time places Ayesu-Attah second in Canadian under-19 results. Nathan George, also with the Cheetahs, placed third in the 200m with a time of 22.54.

57kg – 1st Jennifer Sakelariou, PM; 2nd Sarah Novicki, TF; 3rd Chelsea Flemming, CE. 60kg – 1st Catherine De Vaal, GL; 2nd Taryn McMaster, GL; 3rd Cary Sheppard, RV. 64kg – 1st Rachael Allen, CB; 2nd Jessica Hartle, PM. 69kg – Mariah Wong, PM. 75kg – 1st Kristi Roots, TF; 2nd Madison Pratt, CB; 3rd Stephanie Del Rosario, TF. 90kg – 1st Alana White, TF; 2nd Kieren Milton, TF. 90+kg – 1st Michelyn Bell, TF.

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Panthers pounce with big second half It was the story of two 3-2 to Golden Ears. halves, with the Coquitlam Kaitlin Ahonen and Melanie Metro-Ford under-16 silver Prentice pulled Coquitlam into a tie early in the second A girls Panthers prevailing in half, but GEU the end 4-1 over restored its lead Kerrisdale. off a well-timed After Jessica header. The Appelbaum potsports@thenownews.com Synergy kept up ted a late goal to the pressure and make it 1-1 at the banged shots off break, Coquitlam the crossbar and came out running post. and netted four unanswered Turning in strong efforts goals, including a pair by on defence were Veronica Chenille Lefleur. Rounding Brindamour and Kamila Rogic out the offensive contribuMcLean. tion were singles from Jill Forsyth, with what stood up • For the first 50 minutes, as the game winner, and Dana the u-14 Dynamite were like Townsend. a hot fuse that sparkled but • Down by a pair, the u-18 didn’t ignite. Then they hit the jackpot. The girls socSynergy staged a solid comecer team clipped rival Pitt back attempt before falling

Meadows 1-0 to successfully defend their top spot in league play. Jenna Kear cashed in Liz Stewart’s long throw-in for the only goal. Also turning in sharp work at their respective positions were Annalise Denny, Ciara Petti and Cassie Weimer. Netminder Justyna Pomalecki held down the fort to collect the shutout. • For the first time this season, the u-16 silver A boys Dynamo left the field with a loss, a 2-0 decision to North Coquitlam in the first round of cup play. The club had already locked up the league title and a berth to next month’s Conference Cup finals.

a fast-skating team so you have to move the puck quickly.” But only No. 7 will have to worry about that. Cowichan wraps up the

schedule Friday against first-place Powell River. The Express end the regular season Sunday, 2 p.m. against Salmon Arm.

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be ending a long road trip on Sunday so we’ve got to take advantage of all our chances.” Whoever claims that seventh spot will have to face Surrey, who are 6-4 in their last 10 games and have an Olympic ice-sized advantage at home. Their 17-11-0-1 road record is pretty formidible, too. “I find it easier to play in that building because of the bigger ice,” Begert said. “There’s more room, Surrey’s

Surrey pulls past Wolves

Looking to reclaim first place, the Coquitlam Metro-Ford Wolves put their best foot forward. Unfortunately, the rival Surrey United Firefighters put one more in. The Wolves fell four points back of Surrey following Saturday’s 1-0 loss in Vancouver Metro Soccer League premier men’s play. It was a well-played battle where the goaltenders held down the fort for much of the game. Paul Shepherd turned back Metro-Ford and former Whitecap Alfredo Valente on two point-blank shots in the opening 10 minutes, while Coquitlam keeper Lucas Menz tipped former ’Cap captain Jeff Clarke’s volley over the crossbar. It wasn’t until the 74th minute that Mason Webb planted a Clarke pass into the back of the net for the game’s only goal. Coquitlam had a glorious chance to tie when Oliver Heald, another ex-Cap, headed the ball just wide. A few minutes later, Russel Huggon was robbed in back-to-back blasts by Shepherd and defender Steve Kindel. It was only the Wolves’ third loss of the season. Both teams have three games remaining.

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With the bare minimum of 11 players in uniform, the Port Moody u-16 gold girls Nitro didn’t let possible fatigue get in the way of a polished performance in their 6-0 triumph over Surrey. Port Moody got two markers apiece from Nikki Bishop and Mercedes Hamilton, while Rebecca Tingling drew three assists and played a big role in generating numerous offensive chances. The shutout was a complete team effort.

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Become a Registered Personal Trainer. Earn up to $70/hr. Government Financial Aid may be available. Hilltop 604-930-8377 See our ad in todays paper under Education.

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VANCOUVER’S LARGEST Lawn and Property Maintenance Company pays $120-$360 DAILY for outdoor Spring/Summer work. Hiring honest, competitive, and energetic individuals to fill our various 2011 positions. Apply online @ www.propertystarsjobs.com

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required ( locating debtors in the USA). Must be good on the telephone & internet . Our Tracers earn $ 13.70 hr to start + bonus + benefits, Earn 35-50K/yr. No exp. Necessary. Will train suitable candidates. Email resume and cover letter to its.careers@skiptrace.com or call 604-484-6900 Detailed job info at www.skiptrace.com

1245 Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door. Make it yours. Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.ca

Madison Men’s Wear RETAIL SALES

Full-time position available to the qualified applicant. Successful men’s clothing store looking for experienced, enthusiastic individual for future management postion. Downtown Vancouver. A rewarding career in the fashion industry. Excellent salary and benefits. Email: madisonj@telus.net

WAREHOUSEMAN Langley & Burnaby

Monday – Friday daytime work. You will be part of a fast paced, reliable, hard working team environment in the Construction Material Supply industry. Fork lift experience essential. We offer a very attractive salary, benefits and pension package. Please specify the location that you are applying for & Submit your resume to: Branch Manager, 2450 Alpha Ave, Burnaby, BC, V5C 5L6, Fax 604-299-3343 hrvancouver@brockwhite.com

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F/T PHARMACY TECH Required for busy POCO established Pharmacy. Excellent communication skills a must. Please email resume to: pjohal007@gmail.com or drop them off in person to #3 - 2185 Wilson Ave, Port Coq.

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SOUTH CASTLE Korean Restaurant in Coquitlam seeks F/T ethnic Korean Cuisine Cook Completion of Secondary school. 3 years or more experience in cooking. $17−$20/hr, 40hrs/wk. Fluency in Korean & read English Fax: 604-677-6672 Email: southcastlekr@hotmail.com

Japanese Chef req’d in Merritt, BC

Min. 3 yrs exp. as a Japanese food chef/ Secondary Compl./ Prep. & cook dishes/ Handle raw fish for sushi & sashimi/ Develop creative dishes in a highly artistic fashion/ Ensure quality of food & determine portion/ Supervise cook /Speaking Korean is an asset / Perm, F/T, $3,040/m for 40 hrs/week. Send your resume: merritsushi@gmail.com or Garden Sushi Japanese restaurant: 2701 Nicola Avenue, Merritt BC V1K 1B8

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PACIFIC SUNRISE FOODS LTD dba SASHIMI SUSHI located in COQUITLAM seeks to hire a RETAIL TRADE MANAGER Completion of Secondary School 3 yrs or more exp in a related field. $20−23/hour, 40 hours/week. Fluency in Korean and proficiency in English. Fax: 604-777-0499 or Email: sashimisushi@hotmail.co.kr

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Required by Hi-Mart in Port Coquitlam. Must have two to three years of experience + have completed and graduated from high school. Duties include cutting & trimming meats. $18.50/hour. Fax resume to: 604-942-3243

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Monthly Newspaper. Salary $20/hr. for advertising rep. PT/FT. Single moms / students welcome, excellent work cond. 604-733-3638 SALES PERSON req for Roofing Company. Good commission. Fax resume to 604-590-4672

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Licensed Trailer Mechanic American Cartage has opening for a licensed trailer mechanic who has welding experience. Good wages & benefits for successful candidate. Please call Rob at 604-516-7811 (Coquitlam) to arrange an interview.

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FEATUREDEMPLOYMENT ROOFING INSTRUCTOR

The Roofing Contractors association of BC (RCABC) is currently seeking a Permanent, Full-time Roofing Instructor at our Langley, BC campus. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic individual, fully certified in the Roofing trade, with relevant and current work experience in both the commercial and residential sectors. This person will have a diverse industry background, leadership qualities, good interpersonal and communication skills, a working knowledge of computers and be well organized. Previous teaching experience would be an asset. The Provincial Instructor Diploma is preferred but may accept commitment to complete PID program in specified time. For full list of qualifications and complete job description please contact the Training Manager by e-mail only at scaldwell@rcabc.org. To apply submit a complete resume outlining your education, qualifications, skills and abilities along with references to the above e-mail address. We offer a progressive work environment, a collaborative culture and a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Looking for a career change? CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES TRI-CITIES AREA Part Time - Saturday and Sunday Full Time - Friday through Tuesday We are seeking energetic, motivated individuals to join our team. Our staff are sales focused and have superior customer service and communication skills. If you have a strong drive to succeed, and are interested in working for a company that offers its employees the opportunity for career advancement, we would love to hear from you. Please send your cover letter and resume to:

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Full-time Parkwood Manor Retirement Residence Making the decision to move into a retirement residence can be difﬁcult and overwhelming. At Revera, we’re looking for a compassionate individual with a strong sales background who is interested in supporting seniors through this transition by promoting the vibrant lifestyle available at Revera’s luxury retirement residence.

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: Four weeks of relative solitude, weariness and quietude begin now. “Relative,”because you’re in one of the luckiest periods of your life until June. Even low energy, seclusion won’t prevent bountiful results. Still, be charitable, reconnect with your spirit, deal with government and institutions, and plan. Crucial relationships confront you Sunday/Monday. Two bonds weaken, three are born. Be diplomatic. This brews: a) a new spiritual, compassionate outlook, or b) a wild romantic attraction that’s nine-tenths fantasy. Grab a legal settlement, investment, or intimacy/commitment. Taurus April 20-May 20: Get ready for rising popularity, social delights, optimism, wish fulfillment, entertainment and light romance! You have something to celebrate. Tackle chores Sunday/Monday. Let a brand new career or prestige project flow away: it has little future growth. Something bigger (and more social) is coming. Relationships offer excitement and good luck Tuesday/Wednesday – relocation, business agreements, friendships, new horizons fill these days. Life dives into deeper realms Thursday to Saturday. Your secret plans might be frustrated, or a “sanctuary” is disturbed. Avoid illegalities! Gemini May 21-June 20: Be ambitious over the next four weeks. You could meet someone in a position of power, authority or fame, whose reactions can affect your life. E.g., in a lawsuit, the judge appears. Romance, pleasure, beauty and creative urges lure you Sunday/Monday. A new intellectual, legal or travel project might begin, but let it pass: it has a short future. Tackle chores and health matters Tuesday/Wednesday. Exciting meetings (and perhaps fractious ones) occur Thursday to Saturday morning. One who cheats (even someone you like very much) will be squelched. Saturday holds secrets: look, think!

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Cancer June 21-July 22: The weeks ahead will be mellow yet excited, you’ll feel understanding and compassionate, yet driven. Now to the end of March, strictly avoid legal hassles (unless the law’s your job, in which case you’re approaching a promotion or burst of good business). You might, if single, toy with making a “prestige marriage” – careful. Focus on children, property, security Sunday/Monday. Don’t start a new investment or research project. Romance calls midweek – sure, answer! Chores or health issues loom Thursday to Saturday noon. A partner/competitor steps on the hem of your ambitious garment. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: The weeks ahead hold mysteries, depths, big investments, commitments, critical health factors, lifestyle changes. Your sexual urge rises to the surface – you could dream of marriage with a sexy someone. Marriage based on lust seldom lasts, so consider if this attraction holds mature love also. (It might!) Sunday/Monday bring errands, casual friends. Don’t start a big paperwork or mail project. Home, kids, property are fine midweek. Pleasure calls Thursday/Friday but, as all week, work or home duties tend to overrule travel, romance, legal affairs in a crucial way. Let duties rule. Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Chase money Sunday/ Monday. A new work project might be discussed or offered, but it will have a short future, so I wouldn’t bother. Many new opportunities, new horizons, are going to appear over the few weeks ahead – wait for these. Errands, friends, communications, details and paperwork flow easily and successfully Tuesday/Wednesday. Obstacles centre on your home, security, real estate or family Thursday to Saturday morning. A partner or more casual relations are growing volatile (to late March). This can bring anger – or love! All week, finances meet communication obstacles.

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: A month of work and health concerns starts. Ah, well. Just plod forward. Your energy and charisma surge Sunday/Monday – and it might look like a new romance will spark – but this particular attraction has little future. Be patient: life’s bringing Libra singles a surprising gift – soon, soon. (Perhaps after an impending breakup.) Chase money, call clients, purchase items Tuesday/Wednesday – all’s smooth, fine. Short trips, communications, errands, casual friends, paperwork fill Thursday to Saturday morning – but not peacefully Thursday. A partnership or opportunity might hit a deep snag. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Romance, creative surges, speculative urges, pleasure and beauty fill the weeks ahead – you’re on a winning streak! Still, lie low Sunday/Monday. Rest, contemplate. A domestic or property project (and a “mad love” urge, or a therapy idea) might begin, but it will go nowhere, so let it slip away. Your energy, charisma and effectiveness soar Tuesday/Wednesday! Go forth, impress people, start important projects, ask favours. Shop (and chase money, if so inclined) after 4 p.m. Thursday into Friday, not earlier. All week, workplace communications face obstacles: don’t dismiss pleas. Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: The weeks ahead emphasize home, family, security, property. You’re on the verge of big expansions, big luck (especially in schooling and creative matters) and perhaps big romance – so it’s natural that you will end certain approaches, projects and relationships, in order to let new ones in. Do that now, this week, especially Thursday/Friday (and somewhat March 3 to 5). Happiness and hopes fill Sunday/Monday. Retreat from the bustling fray to handle important matters (e.g., admin. chores) Tuesday/Wednesday. Your energy rises late week: pick where you’ll stand (in life).

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HORSE STALL IN SQUAMISH If you really want to spend time in nature with your horse by the Cheakamus River or close to Starvation Lake then board your darling at Ce-dar Farm in Paradise Valley. Approx 50 mins from the North Shore. Individual stall avail immed $475 mth, boarding incls feeding & cleaning 3 times daily. Ferrier & Vet visits extra. For details pls call 604-898-9101 or email: bioman@telus.net

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5 PCE DINING ROOM SET, excellent condition, Pedi stool base w/ solid round glass top. $900. 778-580-5565 (New West)

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Feb. 20 - Feb. 26 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: The month ahead accents errands, emails, casual friends, meetings, appointments, paperwork. You’re lucky in real estate, home, family and nature now through May, so spend the weeks ahead exercising your curiosity about these, handling associated paperwork, etc. Travel goes well, especially if family or property is involved. You might come to a place you will want to settle in, or which presents property opportunities. Your ambitions stand out Sunday/Monday: DON’T pursue a new career project. Happiness, popularity brighten midweek. Rest and think late week: decide on security goals. Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Chase money, buy/sell, contact clients, and make important purchases during the four weeks ahead. Sunday/Monday emphasize higher education, legal affairs, far travel, cultural involvements. Don’t start a new project or relationship in these zones. If you wait, you’ll see that money and practical goals are a better bet. Be ambitious midweek: money and work combine well. Happiness, hope and ﬂirtations enter Thursday to Saturday morning! But these few days also hold a subtle problem: you have to choose between talk and silence, loyalty and curiosity. Retreat later Saturday: rest. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Your energy, charisma and effectiveness climb to a peak over the next few weeks. You’ll attract love and attention. Start new projects, ask favours, tackle things that intimidated you before. Your sexual magnetism and determination grow. This is also a lucky money period, so steer your drives in this direction. You could hit a jackpot! But all this week, you might need to choose between prestige and popularity, between ambition and your heart’s wishes. Wishes, popularity are more valuable. Don’t invest Sunday/Monday. Wisdom, gentle love bless you Tuesday/Wednesday. timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

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CHOCOLATE LAB for stud. 1.5 yrs old, friendly, high qlty proven $500 604-308-8834 CKC REG. Bernese Mtd pups Expected d.o.b. Feb 21 Taking deposits now! $1500. 1-604-758-1828

Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds. www. abetterlifedogrescue.com GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups, PBFarm/Family, Rosedale, $600 Shots, March 1, 604-845-7434

LAB PUPPIES Choc Black & yellows, males & females, view reg parents $550. 604-701-1587

PAPILLON 2-3 mths, reg B. W. pups, champ parents 2nd shots, microchip $1100. 604-987-9516 PUREBRED LAB puppies Born Dec 25, 2010, 1st shots, dewormed, vet checked. black golden & blond. $550-$650. phone 604-308-4401 or 604-850-9690 SHELTIE PUPS, Reg’d, shots, tatoo, family raised, 4wk pups & 2 older pups. $800. 604-526-1943

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The Coquitlam Now has 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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6020

Houses - Sale

6020-34

North Delta

ABSOLUTELY BEST Deal on Market! 1,100 sf rancher, 3 br, 1 bath, 8,600sq ft lot.$339,000. Ron Rudy Mac Realty 604-590-2444

Surrey

#48-15020-66A AVE, SURREY Senior Strata Complex, 55+, 2 BR Cottage, 2 bth, new appls, all reno’d, new roof, storage, $195 maint. per mo. incls elect & heat, $260,000 obo. 604-572-0036

6020-38

Vancouver East Side

Sun Feb 20, 2-4pm, Quick Sale, 216 East 57th, Ave. 4BR duplex, 3 bath, central loc. Ask $655,000 Mala @ Sutton 778-859-4458

6020-40

Vancouver West Side

BEST BUY on Oak St. Quality built 6 br, 4 bath, potential bsmt suite with sep entry, 2 f/p, 17 yrs old, $1,078,000. 604-727-7908

6065

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Recreation Property

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www.bcforeclosures.com 5 BR home from $19,500 down $1,925/mo. 604-538-8888, Alain @ Sutton WC Realty W. Rock

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RENTALS PETS & LIVESTOCK 6505

Apartments & Condos

4530

Travel Destinations

SUNNY WINTER Specials At Florida’s Best Beach New Smyrna Beach. Stay a week or longer. Plan a beach wedding or family reunion. www.NSBFLA.com or 1-800-541-9621.

BBY-SOUTHPOINT/EDMOND AREA (Green complex by Adera), 2 br + 2 decks (1 lg deck on rooftop + 1 off br) $1600/mo, near new, 2 parking spots, near transit, schools & great parks 604941-2707

5005

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

Apt/Condos

BBY, Lougheed Mall. 2 BR, f/p, in ste w/d, u/g prkg. N/p. $1050 + util. Avail Mar 1. 778-708-4352

AMBER ROCHESTOR

BBY METROTOWN 1 & 2 BR avail Immed, Clean, quiet bldng. Inc heat/hot water. 778-788-1867

Close to Lougheed Mall, S.F.U. & Transportation.

BBY, METROTOWN. 1 - 2 BR. Clean, quiet bldg. Incl heat/hot water. Immed. 778-323-0237

612 CLARKE ROAD 1 Bdrms. $810 2 Bdrms. $1040

2 BR, $925 February special $525

D/W, Heat/Water included, parking avail. No smoking, no pets. Exercise room onsite.

Apt/Condos

1117 Ridgeway Ave. 2 Brs from $900 & 1 Br $800, incl heat hot water, cat ok, avail now, ns, Raymar Realty. 604-782-5941

office: 604- 936-3907

COQUITLAM

6508

SALISBURY APARTMENT 7111 Salisbury Ave Bby Highgate Lrg 1 & 2 BR’s. Rent incl heat & hot water. NS/NP. 604-526-5584

545 Rochester Ave, Coq

Heat, hot water, parking. Available now. Family living, daycare available. Near kids’ park, basketball court and Skytrain.

BBY NORTH 1 BR, 1 ba, 3 appls, pool & gym, coin w/d, 1 prkg, 1 locker, nr Lougheed mall. $900. np/ns, Avail Mar 1. 604-299-7815

CALYPSO COURT

1 BR $750, 3 BR $1100. No pets.

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

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604 939-0944

office: 604- 524-8174 cell: 604- 813-8789

MOVE-IN BONUS

$250 Move-in bonus. Call for details. No security deposit to move in.

RENTALS 604-931-7376

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

6508

2 BR apt $1098 renos, f/p, 5 appl, 2 prkg, avail now, 604-565-9640, carriefroese@gmail.com

6508

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Health Products & Services

FOOT CARE NURSE providing Foot care in your home. Services incls, Assesment, Treatment & Reccomendation. Veterans approved. Andrea 604-789-1796

4060

Cares!

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

604.777.5046

4020 CARPET RESTORATION/CLEANING Stain & Pet’s Odor Specialist Guaranteed Winter Special 15% OFF 604-536-7627 www.Emerald.ChemDry.ca

6007

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5070

REAL ESTATE

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Pet Services

BOSTON TERRIER Pups, CKC reg. vet checked, good pedigrees, nicely marked, To view: 604-406-2415 or 1-604-794-3786

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544 SYDNEY PLACE COQUITLAM

2 Bdrms from

1025

Heat/Water incl., parking avail. On cul-de-sac. Tennis courts, close to Lougheed Mall, bus/Skytrain.

RENTALS 604-931-3273 rentals@capreit.net www.caprent.com

Whitgift Gardens,

CYPRESS GARDENS 1114 HOWIE ST. COQUITLAM

1 bedrooms starting at $825

UG Parking, balconies. Close to Skytrain, near Gold Club, walk to mountain park. near Lougheed Mall.

RENTALS 604-931-3273 rentals@capreit.net www.caprent.com

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

AMBER (W)

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

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

6508

Apt/Condos

COQ. 3 BR $1,000, 2 BR $900, 1 BR $750, Now/Mar 1, heat, prkg. 778-990-7079 or 604-521-8249

Large bright 1 BRS @ $785. Newly reno’d Incl heat, hot water & dw. 1016 Howie Ave. nr Austin Raymar Realty. 778-828-6345 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

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 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

Rentals

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Apt/Condos

N. WEST Quay, 1200 sf, newly reno’d, 2 BR, 2 bath, 7 appls incls in ste lndry rm w/storage, f/p, balc with partial river view, pool, jacuzzi, gym, sauna, $1,700/mo + utils, N/s N/p, refs. 604-521-8482 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 NEW WEST nr RCH/Skytrain, 1 BR apt, $755/mo, No Pets, quiet complex, Call 604 299-8288 NEW WEST. RENO’d 1 BR & 2 BR. New Kitchen/Bathroom, Carpet, Appliances. From $765-$1085. 604-724-8353

NEW WEST

St Andrews Street 1 BR Apt, Large balcony, updated, nr transit & amens. Available Mar 1. Small pet ok with pet deposit.

Call 604-518-5040

NEW WEST

St Andrews Street 1 BR Apt, Large balcony, updated, nr transit & amens. Available Mar 1. Small pet ok with pet deposit.

Call 604-540-9300

6508

Apt/Condos

POCO 2 BR, 2 baths, 5 appls, f/p, lam flrs, u/g prkg, ns/np, nr WC Express, $1025. 604-467-6912

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

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

New Westminster

909 - 12th Street

Bright 2 BR ste. New carpets. Fridge, stove & W/D in building. Avail now or Feb 1. $950. Ns/np. Lease & excellent refs a must.

Al Dodimead ACD Realty (604) 521-0311 view this & other properties @ www.acdrealty.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

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

Managed by Colliers International

VILLA MARGARETA 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

SKYLINE TOWERS

BONSOR APTS 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

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

6522

Furnished Accommodation

POCO. Furn’d rm for female, priv bath, sh’d kitchen. $400/mo incl util. Mar 1. Ns/np. 604-202-4203

6540

Houses - Rent

2BR BSMT suite, each for $500 or $1100 for the whole basement. Cable/Internet included. 604-468-8978

MONTECITO TOWERS 99-7360 Halifax St, Bby Bach, 1 BR & 2 BR

604 420-5636 www.montecitotowers.com

Houses - Rent

3 Bdrm Homes! Rent TO OWN! Poor Credit Ok, Low Down. Call Karyn 604-857-3597

BBY N, 4 BR , great hse, gd loc, lrg corner lot, nr schools/transit/ SFU, h/w heating, N/S. $2200. Avail Mar 1, Denis 604-838-4661

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

BBY N. , 1 BR bmnt, newer home, w/d, alarm, N/p, N/s, Feb 15, $850 incl utils & cbl. 604-970-7724 BBY, Near BCIT, 2 BR g/lvl ste. NS/NP. $1000/mo. incl utils, n/s, n/p, Avail Immed. 778-688-1790

GARDEN VILLA

SUNSET PARK EL PRESIDENTE

6540

COQ, Blue Mtn/ Como Lake. 3 BR, upper floor of house. Ns/np. 1.5 baths, big deck, 6 applis. $1450/mo + 2⁄3 util. 604-939-6077 N WEST reno house. 4 BR upper, 1.5 baths, f/p, beautiful view, $1500+utils; 2 BR suite $1000+ utils. Shr w/d, cls to s/train/schls. N/S, N/P. Av now. 604-436-9013 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● NEW WEST- 1722-6th Av 2 bdrm HOUSE w/1 suite 2 f/p,Long term finance, new roof, RT-1..$1,288/M SURREY- 6297 - 134 St. Solid 5 Bdrm HOUSE w/2 bdrm suite on 1/4 acre, needs TLC.... $1,688M 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 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN No Qualification Required

ABBOTSFORD - 3262 Clearbrook Road, 3 bedrooms with 2 bedroom legal suite. Only $1,636/m. Low Down. Flexible Terms. (604) 626-9647 (604) 657-9422 www.wesellhomesbc.com

6450

Miscellaneous Rentals

GATED PARKING AVAILABLE New Westminster CALL 604 723-8215

COQ. 1 BR + den, 900 sq ft, grnd lev, priv ent & w/d, N/p, N/s, cls to bus route & Hwy, $950/mo incls hydro & heat. 604-529-1880 COQ 1 BR g/lvl, nr Miller Park, $750 inc util, suits sngle, w/d, Mar 1. no dogs. Ref. 604-936-2206 COQ 2 BR bsmt, lrg kitchen, w/d, small cov patio, newly painted, $825 + 1/3 utils, 604-525-9266

COQ 3121 Pattulo, 2 BR bsmt, full bath, own w/d, all appls. $1050 incls utils. Pets ok. 2 mins to Coq Centre. Avail now. 778-688-2594

Rooms

BBY 2 rooms avail, w/d, n/s, n/p. Prof person. $500 incls cbl/utils, pkng. Av now. 604-434-5578

6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-10

North Burnaby

BBY Government Rd. Own BR / bath, W/D, utls, net. $450/mo. NS/NP. Avail now. 604-618-1732

6595-40

6605

COQUITLAM 2 BR townhouse , quiet family complex, no pets. $920. Call 604-942-2277. M. RIDGE. 3 BR + den, 2.5 bath, 5 appl, 2 prkg. 1455 sf. $1425/mo. Nr WCE. Immed. 604-941-5594 POCO 2 BR T/H $765, $785 & $830/mo. Quiet-family complex, No Pets! Avail Now. Call 604-464-0034

MAPLE RIDGE 2 BR upper ste, nr school, $900 + utils, Avail Now. N/S, Pet ok. 604-512-7152

(Coquitlam Centre area) • 2 BR Townhouse • 3 BR Townhouse 1.5 bath, 2 levels, 5 appls, decorative fireplace, carport. Sorry no pets. Move - in Bonus

Call 604-942-2012

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 woodland@rentmidwest.com

Mission Raceway Industrial Park, 2500sf, double bay all in one, 2 shipping doors, 604-826-9864

7010

NEW WEST Newly updated Lrg 1 BR or 2 BR bsmt, 2 baths, furn, 1blk from JI, nr SFU, 1200 sqft. Avail Now. ns/np, 604-516-6346

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8055

Cleaning

Exp. Reliable European Cleaning, Move In or Out, Res/ Comm★ Call 604 760-7702 ★ GREEN HOUSE CLEANING Earth Friendly. Avail •Weekly •Bi-Weekly •Monthly, •One-time •Move-out. Call ★ 604-817-4441

8060

Concrete

*Patios, Pool Decks, *Sidewalks Driveways *Forming *Finishing * Re & Re All Your Concrete Needs

30 yr exp. Quality workmanship Fully insured

8075

604-294-8038

402-3701 Hastings St., Burnaby

7015

Escort Services

★★ Ashley & Lisa 604-551-3945

Drainage

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

Sun-Thur 10-Midnight Fri/Sat 10am-1pm

Drywall

ALL WORK GUARANTEED

J.A. CONSTRUCTION

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

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

8073

Personals

full body rub sauna & steam Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Thai

POCO NORTHSIDE, Bach bsmt ste, sh’d W/D. NS/NP. Avail Mar 1. $500 incls utls. 604-783-5822

Blinds & Draperies

Danny 604.307.7722

NEW WEST Bright roomy 1 BR ste, n/s, quiet, n/p, on bus rte, nr skytrain, $750 incls utils, cbl, net, w/d, Immed. Refs. 778-397-2002

BBY, METROTOWN. 1 BR, g/lvl, Alarm. Near skytrn. NS/NP. Refs. $800 incl util. Now. 604-430-1358

8020

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

BBY EDMONDS, New 2 BR g/lvl, $800, 1 BR g/lvl $700, ns/np, incls utils & cbl, Immed, 604-562-1288

POCO, N. Reno’d 1 BR. Sh’d w/d. $600/mo incl hydro. N/s. Suits 1. Near bus. Immed. 604-230-4430

Systems Ltd.

STAMPED CONCRETE

Warehouse/ Commercial

NEW WEST. 1 BR, f/p, priv entry & w/d. Ns/np. $695/mo incl hydro/ sat tv/’net. Apr 1. 604-521-3693

BBY, EAST. 2 BR, grd/lvl. 1100 sf. $850/mo + util. Radiant heat, sh’d laundry. Near schools & bus. 604-521-1008 or 604-789-6318

604-463-7919

CLEANING LADY available. Meticulous, detailed, honest & reliable. Please call 778-233-5859

WOODLAND PARK

NEW WEST. Furn’d, Room $440 incls sh’d kitch & bath & utils. 604-767-3863 or 778-837-4596

BBY HIGHGATE brand new 2 BR beautiful 1,000 sf suite, new appls, w/d, nr amnes/schls. N/P. $1050. Now/Mar 1. 604-788-6250

ALARM

★★★★A GIFT OF TIME ★★★★ European cleaning at it’s best.Lic/ Ins. Free Window Cleaning, Call 778-840-2421

N. WEST, Queensborough, 3 BR, main flr, 1 bath, $1100/mo + utils, available immed, own parking. 604-722-5550 or 604-671-8389

New Westminster

Alarm/Security

10%OFF your 1st cleaning! High Quality/Low Price/No HST Custom, Affordable Cleaning. Make your space beautiful! Call Misti, 778-846-6478 www.harmonyhomecleaning.ca

Townhouses

6620

8010

Harmony Home Cleaning & Assistance

RIVERS INLET

COQ MUNDY Park, 1 BR, clean & quiet, w/d. $650 incls hydro. Suits 1. NS/NP. Mar 1. 604-939-9950

HERITAGE MTN 3BD, 1BA, quiet grd floor 1600 sq.ft. W/D, F/P, D/W, HDTV incl, NS, NP, refs. req, $1250+1/3 util, Avail Mar 01 604-937-5307

Townhouses Rent

COQ FALCON RIDGE 3 BR T/H, 1.5 baths, real f/p, carport, family complex, $1399. 604-473-9674

COQ, Lough Mall. 2 BR, g/lvl. Priv w/d & ent. F/ba. Ns/Np. $985/mo incls utils. Immed. 604-931-3677

COQ, Westwood Plateau. Beautiful 2 BR & den g/lvl. Hot tub, 7 appl. 1400 sf. Ns/np. $1,475 + util. 1 year lease. Now. 604-945-9594

Suites/Partial Houses

POCO NORTHSIDE, newer 2 BR bsmt. Near schools, shops, bus. $850 incls utls. Av now. NS/NP. 604-941-6843 or 778-708-4045

COQ, Como Lake/Clarke. 1 BR, f/bath. Ns/np. $695/mo incl hydro/ cable. Av. now. 778-217-9934

BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

6590

6602

HOME SERVICES

604-916-7729 JEFF

FOR

8080

Electrical

STABLE ELECTRICAL INC. Electrical Contractor Lic # 105893

778-908-2648

No Job too small, electrical and voice/data cabling. Res & Comm. Licensed Bonded – Insured - WCB # 104787 LIC. ELECTRICIAN For hire. Love small jobs. Great rates. Call 778-822-8710

# 1167 LIC Bonded. BBB, lrg & sm jobs, expert trouble shooter, WCB, low rates, 24/7. 617-1774. ABACUS ELECTRIC.ca Lic Elect Contr 97222. 40 years exp. 1 stop! Reas. rates! BBB. 778-988-9493.

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

8087

Excavating

ABSOLUTE BOBCAT & EXCAVATION LTD.

• All Bobcat & Mini-X Services • Small Hauls Available • SNOW REMOVAL • Fast Reliable Service

Call Ryan: 604-329-7792

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

Hardwood Floor Refinishing Repairs & Staining Installation Free Estimates

Century Hardwood Floors 604-376-7224 www.centuryhardwood.com

GET ER’ DONE Flooring & Trim

Laminate & Hardwood

604-841-1855 604-466-9733

DT LAMINATE FLOORING Affordable Prices and Quality Work. Call 604-454-8963

Artistry of Hardwood Floors

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

8120

Glass Mirrors

ECLIPSE GLASS

www.eclipseglass.ca

Frameless Shower Mirrors Handrails Free Estimates

604-710-2779

info@eclipseglass.ca

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HOME SERVICES

8125

Gutters

A1 Steve’s Gutter Cleaning & Repair from $98. Gutters vacuumed/hand clean. 604-524-0667 Edgemont Gutters. Sales & Install 5’’ continuous gutter, minor repairs, cleaning. 604-420-4800 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 PROFESSIONAL HANDYMAN For Homes or Businesses. Call Dave at 778-386-3844

8155

Landscaping

ARIES BOBCAT & LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION

• Drainage • Retaining Walls • Fences • Hydroseeding Call: 604-808-9017 www.ariesbobcat.com ★ AMAZING TOUCH LAND’G ★ Bobcat, paving, retaining walls, turf, planting, etc. 604-889-4083 ★ OPERA LANDSCAPING ★ Retaining walls, irrigation, paving, patios, fences, etc. 778-688-2444

8160

Lawn & Garden

8180

Home Services

BE COOL! COLD FEET? Talk to Someone You Trust.

CENTRAL AIR INSTALLED CONDITIONING FURNACES Sears also installs ROOFING, WINDOWS, WINDOW COVERINGS & CARPETING

604-464-8600 ext 213

24 HOURS 1-800-4-MY-HOME • (1-800-469-4663)

8185

Moving & Storage

AFFORDABLE MOVING 1 to 3 Men

1, 3, 5, 7 or 10 Ton $ From

We accept Visa, Mastercard & Interac Licenced & Insured Local & Long Distance

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

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Winter Specials 3 ROOMS 4 ROOMS $ 279 $359 Top Quality Quick Work Free Estimates

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Abe Moving & Delivery & Rubbish Removal. Available 24 hours. Call Abe at: 604-999-6020 A MOVING EXPERIENCE WITH L & D ENTERPRISES !!! Fast & Dependable Special Rates Seniors Disc. Call 604-464-5872 AMI MOVING ★ 3-5 ton cube. Starting at $39/hour. Local & long distances. 24/7 ★ 604-617-8620 TwoGuysWithATruck.ca Moving, Storage, Free EST 604-628-7136. Visa, OK

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604-444-3000

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

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 Ceiling text. repair. 604-727-0043

Decks/Patios/ Railings

8200

UNITED VINYL SUNDECKS LTD.

• Waterproofing • Aluminum Awnings • Custom Aluminum Railings • Deck Renovations

Free Est.

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8220

Plumbing

Over 20 years of quality service

THE REAL DEAL 3 Rooms $250

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10% Off with this Ad! For all your plumbing, heating & reno needs. Lic Gas Fitter, Aman. 778-895-2005 38/HR! Clogged drains, drips, garbs, sinks, reno’s, toilets, installs, Lic/Ins. 778-888-9184

604-771-7052 D&M PAINTING

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

604-724-3832

• Pressure Washing • Residential/Commercial • Over 25 years experience

Call Geoff Dann at:

604-782-8665

PRIMO PAINTING

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Backyard Creations

SPACE BOOKING For: LOPES, CORY Rep: NWright Ad#: 1279931

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

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JENCO

PLUMBERS

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8225

Power Washing

DandaWash Pressure Cleaning Driveways & Walkways starting at $55 & Patios $60. 604-773-7752

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

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

Call Bill

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JL N

RENO & REPAIR

NO JOB TOO SMALL!

Renovations/Repairs/Building • Bathrooms • Suites • Plumbing • Electrical

• Basements • Decks / Sheds • Flooring /Tiles • Interior Designing

Gary: 604-690-7565 “Family Owned & Operated in the Tri-Cities”

Roofing

JJ Rooﬁng • Repairs • Reroof • New Roof We cover the H.S.T.

SENIORS DISCOUNT WCB & Fully Insured

Since 1983

FROM DESIGN TO FINISH

604-726-6345 MACROOFING.CA

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

8250

Roofing

For: MC

• Lawn and Garden Fertilization • Pruning & Topping • Landscaping - Lawn Maintenance • Retaining Wall SPACE • Garden Clean-Up • New Fences and More BOOKING • Power Raking • Aeration GARDENING LANDSCAPING & HOME RENOVATION • Trimming Rep: NWright • New Lawn

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Please Call: D • 778.829.7785

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• BBB • RCABC • GAF/ELK Master Elite Contractor • Residential Rooﬁng • Liability Coverage and WCB • Designated Project Managers • Homes & Strata • Third Party Inspection Installations & Repairs Call 604-327-3086 for a free estimate •• 24 Hr Emergency Service Quote code 2010 for a 5% discount www.crownresidentialrooﬁng.com

Tiling

Rubbish Removal

CERAMIC TILING by prof, 25 yrs exp, qual work F/place, h/w flrs, counter tops. Reas 604-618-2717 ❏ 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*

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Abe Moving & Delivery & Rubbish Removal. Available 24 hours. Call Abe at: 604-999-6020 DISPOSAL BINS: Starting at $99 + dump fees. Call 604-306-8599 www.disposalking.com JUNK REMOVAL Household junk, appls, garage & yard clean up. 604-783-2395 WILL HAUL out garages and bsmts, for little or no $ if saleable items are included. 604-936-8583

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Snow Removal

K & E’S 24 HOUR SNOW PLOWING & SALTING Commercial & Residential Fully Insured trucke2k@hotmail.com

604-937-6633 604-349-5533

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

A-1 TRI CRAFT TREE SERVICES (EST. 1986) ABC TREE MEN. Dangerous tree removal, pruning, stump grinding. 604-521-7594, 604-817-8899 Treeworks 15 yrs exp. Tree/ Stump Removal, Prun’in & Trim’in & View Work 291-7778, 787-5915 www.treeworksonline.ca

8335

Window Cleaning

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 Edgemont Building Maintenance. Window & Gutter Cleaning, Power Washing. 604-420-4800

AUTOMOTIVE

9125

Domestic

2007 FORD Crown Victoria LX, grey, tan leather interior, traction control, A/C, power everything, no accidents, extended warranty, a great highway vehicle. Car Fax provided. 64,000kms. $12,500. (604) 617-0480.

9145

Scrap Car Removal

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

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604 628 9044

SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

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

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

2006 NISSAN Titan SE, king cab 4x4, full load, Leer canopy $21,500 obo. 604-853-5280 LIFTED DODGE 3500, 6' BDS lift, 37'Toyo tires, nerf bars, 6' exhaust, Fully loaded Laramie.Never Driven Off Road.604-290-1629

9160

604-761-7175

Scrap Car Removal

THE SCRAPPER

9155

Sports & Imports

1994 TOYOTA Camry LE, extremely rare '2 door', V6, leather, fully loaded, sr, exc. running order, $2500, 604-824-6796

9173

Vans

2008 HONDA Odyssey EX, 7 pass, loaded, 25K, $21,900 firm D9921 toll free 1-877-855-6522

★ FREE TOWING ★ up to $500 CASH Today!

604-728-1965 John

MC GARDENING & LANDSCAPING

8309

LOW COST ®

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

Fences - Decks - Patios

778.558.7450

Rubbish Removal

CHOICE Roofing 604-807-7312 Specializing in Repairs & Re-Roofing. Quality assured.

COVE RENOVATIONS ❍ flooring ❍ tile ❍ finishing ❍ painting

General Restoration Services

8255

CONSTRUCTION

Small Jobs Are Welcome! We do Kitchens & Baths Winter special: 15% off Custom Cabinets www.jenco-online.info

604-562-5934

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Call 604-710-5253

Trim/Prune hedges, rubbish removal, yard clean-up. Free Est, reasonable rates. 604-710-9670

PAINTING LTD.

PAINTING

A Gardener & A Gentleman Lawn, garden, tree svcs. Pruning, yard clean-up, rubbish. 319-5302 ADAM’S YARD CARE Hedge trimming, pruning trees, yard clean up, etc Adam 778-899-4162

CONFIDENT

Seniors Discount

604-537-4140

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

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RV’s/Trailers

FREE SCRAP car & truck removal. Top $$ paid for all. No wheels - no problem. 604-761-7175

STEVE TOWING SERVICES Scrap Car Removal. We Pay $$ for all cars. Call 778-316-7960

2011 CHAPPARAL (Lite) 5th wheel (268RLE) $33,800. 30 ft 3', lrg slide, elect awing, dining table, + many extras. 604-943-0603

A36

The NOW COQUITLAM, PORT COQUITLAM, PORT MOODY, ANMORE AND BELCARRA

Friday, February 18, 2011

Down or Wool

20OFF -70%

DUVETS • all ﬁll types • all sizes • all styles & weights

30%off

everything! Bed Pillows Only until Sunday

*ANY ITEM OR ITEMS IN THE STORE NOT ALREADY SALE PRICED. NOT VALID ON PAST PURCHASES. SORRY, NO COUPONS ACCEPTED.

DUVET COVER SETS • factory clearance of 2010 designs • fun bright stripes & plaids • 200 thread count • now from $49.99 Twin

• Selected stylees • down, feather or poly-ﬁl

40%off

Vellux Blankets 50%off from $17.99 Twin 40%off

Clearance

Towels 60%off

• Special purchase on major U.S. Brand factory stock. • Thousands in stock. • Slight imperfections won’t affect wear.

Kitsilano: 3301 W. Broadway Kerrisdale: 2142 W. 41st Avenue West End: 1519 Robson Street Richmond: No.2 Road & Blundell

731-2700 263-7300 647-6680 270-3318

70%off Port Coquitlam: 2755 Lougheed Hwy. 464-7170 North Vancouver: Capilano Mall

986-5203

White Rock: 620 Peninsula Village

541-2783