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Bait car program expands in B.C. Jennifer McFee jmcfee@thenownews.com Watch out trailer thieves — you’re being baited. Bait trailers are being added to the provincial bait car program, Solicitor General Shirley Bond announced Thursday during the launch of auto crime enforcement month. The bait trailers will include recreational and camping-type trailers, as well as mobile cargo and utility units. They will be equipped with hidden GPS systems and planted throughout B.C. “This is the latest weapon in the highly successful Integrated Municipal Provincial Auto Crime Team (IMPACT) arsenal, which puts thieves behind bars on a regular basis,” Bond said in a press release. Trailer theft has remained constant at about 500 incidents per year across the province since the bait car program was introduced in 2003. Car theft, however, has dropped annually for the past seven years by a total of 65 per cent. In 2010, there were 9,000 car thefts in B.C., down from 26,000 in 2003. The success rates are even more impressive in the TriCities. In 2010, Coquitlam saw 210 car thefts, down 81 per cent from 1,100 in 2003. In Port Coquitlam, there were 120 car thefts last year, down 75 per cent from 490 in 2003. Meanwhile Port Moody logged 20 car thefts in 2010, down more than 80 per cent from 110 in 2003. In addition to cars and trailers, other bait vehicles include motorcycles, ATVs, boats and snowmobiles.

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Keith Snyder, managing director of the Tozenji Buddhist Temple in Coquitlam, is planning a Rummage Sale Under the Cherry Trees for April 16.

Buddhist garage sale will help Japan Simone Blais sblais@thenownews.com Practitioners who attend Tozenji Buddhist Temple are cleaning out their closets for a very special cause. The Coquitlam temple is once again taking part in the annual citywide garage sale by offering used items for sale, but this year proceeds will go to help earthquake relief efforts in Japan. “A lot of Japanese people are connected with this temple not just for the religious part, but they come here for martial arts and tea ceremony. So we have a lot of contacts,” said Keith Snyder, the temple’s managing director. “We were very concerned at first. But it’s interesting because most of the people we know or the people who come here are connected to the western side or the southern side, like Osaka.” On March 11, northeastern Japan was rocked by a 9.0-magnitude earthquake, the largest tremor on

record in the quake-prone country’s history. That was followed by a massive tsunami, which killed thousands. Compounding the natural disaster has been trouble with the nuclear power plant in the Fukushima prefecture. The International Atomic Energy Agency said the earthquake cut off power to the plant’s reactor cooling systems, and backup generators were disabled by tsunami flooding — leaving a buildup of pressure to cause explosions in several reactors and containment breaches. Radiation detectors have been set up not only throughout Japan, but in locations like B.C. as well. Snyder said many local practitioners have relatives in Tokyo, and no matter how much they are impacted, Tri-Cities practitioners empathize with the plight of Japan. “Everyone is psychologically affected by it,” he said. Rummage Sale Under the Cherry Trees is what temple members are calling the fundraising event,

which will feature not only the regular garage-sale fare but plants — as well as musicians playing traditional Japanese instruments. “We have a tea room for traditional Japanese tea ceremony,” Snyder said, adding that a special matcha service will be offered. “People can have a Japanese sweet and matcha served in the tea room. There will be Japanese sweets and baked goods, too.” The temple may have more entertainment lined up depending on what practitioners come up with, but Snyder said the view of Tozenji’s blooming cherry trees will also be worth the visit. “It’s a little different than the fundraisers that are just asking for money. It’s a rummage sale,” he said. “If people want to donate, we can issue official receipts also. Basically we’re going to give all the money that comes in from the rummage sale to earthquake relief.” The Tozenji Buddhist Temple is located at 209 Jackson St. in Coquitlam. The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 16.

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Local businesswoman backs lawsuit Owner of Uptown Dawg upset about fees credit card companies charge to merchants Jennifer McFee jmcfee@thenownews.com

Port Moody business owner is standing behind a potential class action lawsuit against banks and credit card companies for an alleged price-fixing conspiracy. Vancouver store owner Mary Watson has filed a potential class-action suit against Visa, MasterCard and 10 major banks. She alleges these companies have conspired to make merchants pay higher transaction fees when customers pay with premium credit cards. Merchants, however, are not allowed to single out specific cardholders for additional charges. Every time a customer pays using Visa or MasterCard, the merchant is charged a percentage fee. The majority of this fee goes to the bank that issued the card, while the remainder is split between the credit card company and the company that processes the payment. In 2009, Canadian merchants Paul vanPeenen/NOW paid about $5 billion in these Shannon O’Reilly says running a cash-only business is not viable, since 80 per cent of her customers pay by credit. fees, which “are far in excess of similar fees in other jurisdictions,” according to the civil long-standing member of the Canadian Federation of disgraceful, wilful, in contumelious disregard of claim of Watson, who owns Metropolitan Home. Independent Business. the plaintiff’s rights and the rights of each Visa and Watson’s notice states that Visa, MasterCard and O’Reilly said about 80 per cent of her customMasterCard Class Member, indifferent to the consethe 10 banks conspired to “fix, maintain, increase or ers pay by credit card, so it’s not possible for her to quences and, as such, renders the defendants jointly control” these fees. operate a cash-only business. and severally liable to pay punitive damages.” Shannon O’Reilly, owner of Port Moody business “You couldn’t run a business based on that … The potential class action suit is brought on Uptown Dawg, lauds Watson’s efforts to challenge There’s no way you could do that on a cash-based behalf of Watson as well as all Canadian residents the major banks and credit card companies over system, so it’s not even an option to consider. who have accepted payments by Visa or MasterCard transaction fees. “I think there just needs to be better regulations since March 23, 2001. “It absolutely affects us all. I give this woman on it. It’s a much higher percentage than should be No response to the civil claim has been filed yet, such credit for taking this on. It’s a huge thing,” said warranted … These billion-dollar companies want to and the claims have not been proven in court. O’Reilly, who is not involved in the potential class make more billions off the backs of us.” The next step for Watson is to get the case certiaction case. Meanwhile, Watson’s notice of civil claim also fied through a hearing. If that happens, merchants “It’s very ambitious, but it’s certainly something describes the alleged conduct of Visa, MasterCard from across Canada would be eligible to join as that we all feel — anyone that takes a credit card.” and the 10 banks — Bank of America Corp., BMO plaintiffs. Merchants pay up to three per cent per transFinancial Group, Scotiabank, CIBC, Capital One MasterCard did not immediately return a call for action when customers use premium credit cards, Financial Group, Citigroup Inc., Fédération des comment. O’Reilly said. Regular credit cards usually cost mercaisses Desjardins du Québec, National Bank Visa provided the following statement via e-mail: chants between 1.5 and 1.7 per cent, she added. of Canada, Royal Bank of Canada and Toronto“Visa Canada is in the process of reviewing the com“The premium cards are the ones that have a Dominion Bank. plaint. We cannot yet address the specifics of this higher price that we pay on … I just know that Watson asserts in her claim that some alleged suit. Visa Canada denies the plaintiff`s allegations they have no government regulation that says they actions of the defendants were “outrageous, reckless, and will be vigorously defending this action.” can only charge a certain amount,” said O’Reilly, a wanton, entirely without care, deliberate, callous, — with files from the Province

PoCo considers 3.66-per-cent tax hike Simone Blais sblais@thenownews.com Port Coquitlam residents could pay 3.66 per cent more for municipal taxes and utilities if the city’s financial plan

receives final approval this month. On Monday, PoCo council unanimously approved three readings of the 2011 to 2015 financial plan bylaw, which details how the city’s focus is shifting to sustainable finances and service provisions following comple-

tion of the Coast Meridian Overpass and the beginning of Broadway Street reconstruction. Taxes for the average single-family home are expected to cost $1,878, which is a $70 increase — or 3.7 per cent — over 2010’s total of $1,808.

When the $824.30 average utility bill is factored in with its 3.51-per-cent hike of $29, the tax bill total would rise to $2,702.30. Fourth and final reading of the financial plan is slated for the April 11 council meeting.

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Wanted: used golf clubs Simone Blais sblais@thenownews.com Having watched their wives help African orphans, Tri-Cities grandfathers want to get into the swing of charitable work. The Coquitlam Gogos is a group of local grandmothers devoted to helping the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers-toGrandmothers campaign. In addition to raising awareness, the local group hosts a variety of fundraisers each year to support matriarchs in Africa who are left to care for their grandchildren orphaned by AIDS. Fresh off of their Empty Bowls project with the Tri-City Potters, the Gogos have enlisted another demographic: men. “When you talk to the people who are in Africa, they find one of the things is that the men have not been involved very much. That’s created a whole cultural problem in Africa. We’re so fortunate to have grandfathers that will help out,” Gogos member Bev Harris said. “It’s nice to see. We’re so lucky here to have that kind of support. If those poor old grandmothers in Africa had it, they would have a much easier job.” Harris said her husband, Brian, wanted to help out with fundraising. Gogos husbands and friends decided to team up with Eaglequest Golf in Coquitlam to host Cluborama on

Sunday, April 17, where once-loved golf clubs will be available to test out and purchase for reasonable prices ranging from $5 to $20 each. “Brian’s original idea was to ask his friends to donate golf clubs,” Harris said, adding that the clubs would then be put up for sale. “It’s working.” Harris said the family basement has been filled with golf clubs — for both men and women — after only an initial call for putters, irons and woods went out amongst friends. “We thought we’d just get individual clubs. People are giving us whole bags,” she said. “What they’ve done is gone out and bought new clubs. They’ve got the whole shebang, so they throw the whole other bag downstairs. “He’s taking the good stuff, redoing the bags and making sure that they’ve got a whole set in there.” Tickets include the chance to make an afternoon of it. A “cub’s package” for $20 includes lunch and a large basket of range balls to try out the clubs with. A “tiger’s package” for $23 includes cub’s package features and 18 holes of mini-putt golf, while the “lion’s package” for $28 features nine holes of executive golf. And for men who aren’t in the market for more golf gear, the Gogos are still accepting donations. “Basically it’s stuff that’s not being used by them anymore, but they also want them to go to a good cause,” Harris said. A Rotary Club of Port Moody Fundraiser

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Port Moody fire hall referendum voting set to begin Jennifer McFee jmcfee@thenownews.com Port Moody voters will cast the first ballots next week in the advance polls for the fire hall referendum. The referendum question will ask residents if they are in favour of adopting a bylaw to allow the city to borrow up to $16 million to replace Fire Hall No. 1. Built in 1974, the hall has structural damage that includes cracks in the foundation and areas where the floor slab has pulled away from the foundation walls. The replacement of Fire Hall No. 1 is named the single major city-funded capital project in the 2009-2014 financial plan. The proposed new three-storey building would include space for training, fire prevention and administration. There would also be a four-bay garage for fire trucks and emergency equipment, as well as a four-storey tower for rescue training and drying fire hoses. If the majority votes yes in the referendum, council will borrow up to $16 million to replace the hall at its current location

at Ioco Road and Murray Street. Council will consider four repayment options for the debt, which will be borrowed over a 30-year term. If the majority votes no, council will consider other options to replace the fire hall. Acting Mayor Karen Rockwell encourages Port Moody residents to cast their ballots in the referendum. “It’s going to be direct impact on what residents are going to have to pay in property taxes if they choose this funding option for the fire hall. So for no reason other than it’s going to hit them in the pocketbook, they should get out and vote,” Rockwell said. “They need to understand what’s being asked, make themselves educated on the issue and come forward and let us know what they think. I hope we get more than the usual 10 or 12 per cent deciding things for the other 88 or 90 per cent. “This is democracy in action. There are people around the world that fight and kill to have the opportunities that we have here in Canada to have our voices heard, so I hope people will come forward and let us know.” The first advance poll will be held Wednesday, April 6, fol-

lowed by another on Saturday, April 9. Both advance polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the City Hall Galleria at 100 Newport Dr. Voting day is scheduled for Saturday, April 16 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Glenayre Community Centre, Heritage Mountain Community Centre, Kyle Centre and the Port Moody Recreation Complex, with mobile polls at Eagle Ridge Hospital and Legion Manor.

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Three facing charges in alleged assault Two Coquitlam men have been charged in relation to a sexual assault in Prince George that allegedly happened on March 24. RCMP were called to a home alleged to be a biker clubhouse in the 1500 block of Fir Street on a report of an alleged sexual assault of a female victim by three men. Police secured the scene while waiting for a search warrant. At the time, two suspects were arrested: Adam Andrew Boyd, 21, from Coquitlam and Julian Niskakoski, 19,

also from Coquitlam but who recently moved to Kamloops. A search warrant was obtained and police searched the home. The following morning, police arrested a third suspect, Albert Donald Piche, 31, of Prince George, who police allege is an associate of the Game Tight Soldiers. They also allege Boyd is linked to Hells Angels members in the Lower Mainland, although Niskakoski has no direct associations with the Hells Angels.

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ang. Bang. Bang. The sound of these gunshots rings in my ears as I enter the darkened hallway of the elementary school. The fire alarm is going off, coupled with screams of students and teachers as they are running to safety. As I make my way through the dark, I see a figure of a police officer on his back, critically wounded and clutching a small child. I am unable to attend to him because of the urgency of the situation and the sounds of gunfire down the hallway. As I look down the corridor, it seems there are lifeless bodies strewn everywhere. It is difficult to move in the dark, compounded by countless people trying to get out of the school. The floors are difficult to gain traction on. I thought they were covered with water, but to my shock it is

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More trips needed in school curriculum A nificant lack of cultural exposure if most of the time fter 13 glorious days of sunshine, bountiful is spent travelling. If anything, a well-rounded trip baguettes and reaching over 13,000 steps on a should consist both of main attractions and opporpedometer, I, as well as 40 of my classmates, tunities to explore the regions themselves. This can am on my way back home. be quite difficult when participants are not given The trip, so appropriately titled French Odyssey enough time to settle in one place. involves visiting Paris and the Azur Coast and has In regards to educational-based travel, been running consistently for the past I believe there are three main types: his25 years. torical, humanitarian and cultural. The trip is exclusive to Grade 11 and Although the first two are inevitably 12 French immersion students as a accompanied by a cultural aspect, I feel reward for having kept with the program each category is distinct in itself and will as long as they have. However, this year provide a completely different experiour school has added one more trip to ence. the docket. Having consulted the organThe France tour focuses primarily on izer of the France trip, the humanities My Generation the cultural aspect, giving students a department created a European tour chance to live the lifestyle as well as see which visits Germany and Poland and Elizabeth Barreca famous landmarks. spends a day in Prague. On the other hand, the European tour Many other schools in and out of the is open to all grades and focuses on what would be a district have been offering international trips such mixture of topics from a history and a social justice as these. In hopes of enriching the participating or philanthropic class. students in the time period provided, often during As beneficial as it may seem to compile all trip spring break, they will try to visit as many countries types together, in addition to adding as many locaas possible. tions as possible, it is very easy to lose the fundaUnfortunately, this has its drawbacks as, despite mental meaning to the trip. I believe it’s best when a the value of visiting tourist locations, there is a sig-

trip focuses on one particular aspect, thus enabling the students to fully settle into the educational intention of the trip. Organizers need to be certain as to what the underlying educational goal is for the trip, because it is easy to lose sight of that goal when trying to cram in as much as possible. On top of these two successful trips, there is one to Spain being planned for the upcoming year. With this in mind, I’ve come to ask myself if the school system has had a recent epiphany regarding education and travel. I personally see travel not only as an amazing experience, but an enlightening one. Maybe educators have finally come to see the benefits, too, and are now aiming to nurture this interest in culture and travel as well as build a maturity only gained from such experiences. Maybe one day, trips like these will be a more consistent part of school curriculum, thereby allowing some students a chance of a lifetime they may never be able to experience without this opportunity.

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

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mix thereof. So basically any dog with short hair and a trim build? What about boxers? NewPort seems to be full of boxers, and As both a lover of nature and they’re bigger than pit bulls. I art, I am appalled by the current was bitten by a German shepherd arboreal exhibition in front of mix, and they’re big. Should Port Moody City Hall. we muzzle them too? Golden The Japanese cherry blossom retrievers, standard poodles, is, to me, one of the most beautimastiffs, labs — they’re all bigger ful flowering trees in the world. than American pit bull terriers. This is in no small way due to If Giassa doesn’t “want to run their ephemeral quality; the into a big dog like that unmuzpetals are as complex as snowzled” then perhaps she should flakes and just as fragile. When propose a size limit on all dogs in bloom, which is never a sure in the city. thing due to late cold snaps, they Of course, that’s ridiculous. last only for weeks, weeks now But so is forcing a well-behaved ruined for the City Hall trees by dog to wear a muzzle based their new blue pallor. solely on how they look. Why do this? Well, to make a NOW file photo Ms. Giassa does hit the nail on statement, of course. So, is the Australian artist Konstantin Dimopoulos is painting cherry trees in the head when it comes to the statement worth the esthetic current bylaws, and that is no battering? The artist claims that front of Port Moody City Hall in an effort to draw attention to the one pays attention to them. Offit is meant to bring attention to esthetic and environmental plight of trees and their importance to the world. NOW reader Geoffrey Hobbis argues that the blue paint is leash dogs are not a breed probthe importance of trees. Upon lem, they’re an owner problem. reading this I was relieved to find wrecking the look of the trees. As a responsible dog owner, I out that he is Australian. What expanded from the area between hate coming across off-leash dogs Breed-specific British Columbian needs to be LeBleu and Marmont streets south public (on-leash) areas. This reminded about the importance of bylaws ‘backwards’ in of the commercial core and north bylaw needs to be enforced. trees? While the city employees are While many other municipalGeoffrey Hobbis of Rochester Avenue, to the area enforcing that one, perhaps they ities are repealing Port Moody south of the commercial core and east could also ticket everyone with their breed-specific of the existing apartretractable leashes. The current bylaws, the City of Austin Heights ment area bounded by bylaw states that a leash must Port Moody is considJoyce Street, Rochester be no more than three metres in ering enacting them? To The Editor housing at issue Avenue, Schoolhouse length. This seems a little Re: “Austin Heights residents Street and King Albert The city could make a fortune backwards. speak out,” Wednesday, March Avenue. ticketing all the small dog owners NewPort Village resident Laurel 30. Nadia Carvalho Giassa wants to muzzle all pit bull- in NewPort Village. Through the Austin Heights Community Planner type dogs, as well as Rottweilers, Kayte Lawrence neighbourhood plan, the area for City of Coquitlam Staffordshire bull terriers and any Coquitlam housing choices is proposed to be

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Therapists at Lansdowne Massage Therapy Clinic have spearheaded a fundraiser to amass money for disaster relief in Japan. It features nearly $900 in prizes, including gift certificates for massage therapy and items from other local businesses. All funds will be donated to the Canadian Red Cross, with a $5,000 fundraising target. Tickets cost $2 each and will be available from April 4 to 9 at Creative Home Furnishings at D-1100 Lansdowne Dr. in Coquitlam. Tickets will also be sold in front of Starbucks at 1192 Lansdowne Dr. To buy tickets, contact Kristina Lee at kleermt@yahoo.com.

There’s something for everyone at Port Moody’s first annual community wellness fair this weekend — even the family pet. The free event will feature 47 exhibitors who will focus on topics including seniors’ wellness, healthy meals, natural beauty products and holistic pet health treatments. As well, guest speakers will share their knowledge with interested attendees. Dr. Danny Jui of the Ray Clinic Naturopathic Centre will provide tips to strengthen immune systems. Michelle Morand, founder of the Cedric Centre, will address problems beyond diets in her talk called “Food is not the problem — deal with what is.” Alex Rolland will discuss cancer treatment options, as well as how to optimize prevention and treatment. Paul Slaymaker of the Runner’s Den will provide pointers on how to integrate running and walking into a healthy lifestyle. As well, Regina Kaiser of Veracis Wellness will enlighten listeners about the quick and easy benefits of meditation. For families, the Purple Pirate will host children’s shows at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Kids Zone. Also known as Dustin Anderson, the Purple Pirate engages kids in fitness fun and aims to inspire families to become more active. Event organizer Deanna Haddon said there will be many other opportunities to get active by joining in with a series of 20-minute demonstrations. “We have demos going on throughout the day that people can either participate in or watch,” Haddon said. “We have hatha yoga, zumba, capoeira, preschool sampler dance, boot camp and break dance.” The goal of the event is to provide a service to the community, Haddon added. “It’s to bring the community together and fill them in on some knowledge and local businesses that are in the Tri-City area.” The fair is slated for Saturday, April 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Port Moody Recreation Complex at 300 Ioco Rd. For details, call 604-469-4556 or visit www.portmoody.ca.

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Museum gets online update The Port Moody Station Museum just got an online makeover with the help of thev3h.com. “We have always felt that it is important to have a strong presence online,” museum coordinator Rebecca Clarke said in a press release. “In 2004, the museum was one of the first in Canada to have a blog. We knew that we needed a new design, but after spending many months trying to create something new, we hadn’t gotten very far.” The museum got lucky when, in December of 2010, Jon Strocel put out a call to local businesses and organizations to win a website makeover with his company. “The Port Moody Station Museum has been a staple of the community for so many years,” Strocel said. “One thing that drew us to the project was that their web presence was spread between an information site and a blog, with different web addresses. We saw that bringing the information site, the blog and the organization’s e-mail addresses under portmoodymuseum.org would be great bang for the buck.” Among the new features are direct links to Facebook, Twitter and Flickr, online booking for programs and rentals, a calendar of events and displays, direct links to CanadaHelps.org for easy donations and an opportunity for visitors to sign up to get the latest blog post sent directly to their e-mail. The museum, located at 2734 Murray St., next to Rocky Point Park, is open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is by donation. For more information on programs, check out the museum’s website at www. portmoodymuseum.org or call 604-939-1648.

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free tutoring program for immigrant and refugee children recently earned recognition through a United Way community spirit award. The Friends of Simon tutoring project provides after-school literacy support for eight- to 12-yearolds in Coquitlam, Burnaby and Surrey. Through this program, Simon Fraser University students help more than 200 kids at 14 sites. Program co-ordinator Angela Flumerfelt said the United Way award recognizes projects that find innovative ways to solve issues in communities. “We have this issue of newly arrived immigrants and refugees who don’t have the language skills, and in many cases, the families don’t have the literacy skills to support the kids. They may not even be literate in their original language. So now these children are immersed in a setting where they have to learn a language plus learn all about literacy, which could be totally foreign to them,” Flumerfelt said. “So we have our tutors coming and working with these kids after school and giving them some support they may not be getting from home. Our tutors have the time … to find things that are geared to

their interest that help to bring about that enthusiasm for books and for literacy. “That’s really thrilling for us to be able to do that work, and then to be recognized by the United Way was just the icing on the cake.” In Coquitlam, the program operates out of Banting Middle School, as well as at Roy Stibbs, Mountain View and Miller Park elementaries. On average, each tutor works with three children in the twice-weekly sessions. “It’s a good mutual learning situation,” Flumerfelt said. “The tutors learn a lot and their students learn a lot.” SFU professor emeritus Paul Shaker said most of the tutors are immigrants themselves or the children of immigrants. “There is this role-modelling dimension in that the children see in the college students people who are a lot like them who are making it,” Shaker said. “One of the major methods of the program is to bring that embodiment — that evidence of success on the part of second-language English speakers, recent immigrants and the children of immigrants — right into the life of these public school children.” The 60 tutors also benefit from the paid work experience provided by the program.

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Mudthudders hit the trails Starting April 2, a new session of the Mundy Mudthudders’ informal walking group will be held Saturday mornings, based in Coquitlam’s Mundy Park and branching out to other local parks, including Como Lake, Rocky Point, Belcarra, White Pine and Colony Farm. This co-ed group, according to organizers, will appeal to those wanting to kick-start their weekend by meeting up with others who share an enthusiasm for the great outdoors and who

are already walking at a brisk, intermediate pace for at least one hour. Comprehensive mapbooks will be provided for a nominal charge, and group walks are held rain or shine. Mudthudders meet at 10:15 a.m. Saturdays near the trailhead at the foot of Regan Avenue, adjacent to Hillcrest Middle School. For details, contact mundymudthudders@ yahoo.ca or 604-945-4374.

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(1737 Broadway St.). Those who register by April 8 will be included in the online listing and in newspaper ads running April 13 and 15. While the citywide garage sale will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., participants are welcome to extend their sale beyond those hours. The city will not be picking up unsold items, and is encouraging participants to donate leftover items to charity, to reduce the amount of waste generated. Several area charities accept donations of household items (phone ahead regarding larger items): • Salvation Army Thrift Store, 2275 Elgin Ave., PoCo, 604-942-0505. • Crossroads Hospice Thrift Store, 2565 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam, 604-949-0459. • SHARE Family & Community Services Society Thrift Store, 2404 St. John’s

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from the clematis vine. Next year, go through the same pruning steps, except the stems that you left long this year should now be cut down close to ground level where they will grow new stems for late summer flowers. Meanwhile, the stems which were new this year should be left long enough to suit the space available and pruned back to a healthy bud to give you early summer flowers. One last point: the pruning work should be done right away. Once your clematis leafs out, the renovaBranching Out tion will be that much harder.

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performance-oriented stance. It’s lighter and nimbler that before, with more power, improved fuel efficiency, and — in a sure sign of the times — an optional hybrid powertrain. The Cayenne’s practicality has also increased, but it’s not ever going to be the most family-oriented SUV, and that’s the point. Unlike its predecessor, the 2011 Cayenne knows exactly what it’s supposed to be: a Porsche first and an SUV second. Although it’s slightly bigger, the Cayenne’s redesigned exterior is sleeker and smoother, giving the impression of a smaller vehicle. It’s more muscular and athletic, fitting in with its sports-car siblings in a way that the original version never did. The sharp hood creases and sculpted headlamps look fantastic and tie the Cayenne closely to the Panamera, essentially creating a shared design language for Porsche’s four-door vehicles. However, Porsche hasn’t quite figured out the rear end on either vehicle, leaving something to be desired when viewed from behind. Inside, the Cayenne puts its own spin on the Panamera’s excellent dashboard, with a layout that arrays many of the buttons and switches on a rising console around the shifter, with grab handles on both the doors and console. The overall effect is quite striking. Depending on the model, the Cayenne comes with a 3.6-litre V-6 producing 300 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, a 4.8litre V-8 with 400 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, a hybrid drivetrain with 380 hp and 428 lbft of torque, or a turbocharged 4.8-litre V-8 generating 500 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. Porsche’s first hybrid vehicle combines a supercharged three-litre V-6 with an electric motor to offer more power and better fuel efficiency than the base 3.6-

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any people would assume that the most used spice is salt. However, salt is actually a mineral, not a spice. This leaves its sidekick, pepper, in the lead for the number one position. Peppercorns, as we know them, are the dried result of the piper nigrum berry and have been harvested for thousands of years. In ancient times the value of this pungent spice was even elevated to the degree of being used as trading barter, much like currency. The four most popular types of peppercorns that dominate our current food markets are black, white, green and pink. Black peppercorns are obviously the most prevalent and also the least expensive. They are produced by harvesting the berries before they are fully ripe and drying them. The drying process is what gives them their black, hard, wrinkled appearance and texture. These are not only the most popular but also the most pungent of the varieties. The best flavour and aroma is obtained by freshly grinding them directly on or in the dish you are preparing. Pre-ground spices always lose their freshness and abil-

task. They can also be mashed ity to season as time passes. into a paste for different appliLogically, fresher is always cations. better. Pink peppercorns are not White peppercorns are actually peppercorns in the derived from the same type of same way as black, white and berries that the black peppergreen ones are. They are bercorns come from, however, ries that look similar to the they are allowed to mature piper nigrum berry but are before harvesting. They are sweeter, milder then either soaked and more aromator washed in water ic. They can ripen to remove the to even a dark outer shell, which red colour before produces a white harvesting. These peppercorn with a are great in delimilder taste. They cately flavoured are frequently recipes and offer utilized to season On Cooking great presentation white sauces to as well. ensure that the Chef Dez In light of all appearance of the choices you the sauce is not have, it should be apparent marred with black specks. that pepper is nothing to Green peppercorns are one sneeze at. of my ultimate favourites in sauces. These peppercorns are Dear Chef Dez: harvested when they are still “A sales clerk at a departvery immature, and either ment store told me that I dried or preserved in brine. should buy a hand-held pepThey offer a more natural per mill instead of using a temperate flavour, and when shaker. She said that pepper brined are very soft and can freshly ground from a pepper be eaten whole. mill is better than pepper that These are great for transis purchased already ground. forming ordinary gravy into I guess this does make sense a gourmet peppercorn sauce — is this true? If so, should with the help of a jigger of I buy one of those salt mills brandy or wine. The dried too?” green peppercorns can be Gladys L. rehydrated to make them pliLangley able to accomplish this same

Dear Gladys: This is true. Grinding pepper fresh from a mill releases the essential oils and aromatics trapped inside whole peppercorns, and the taste difference is incredible. Like other spices, once ground it is only a matter of time before it becomes stale. Salt mills, on the other hand, are more for esthetic appeal. Salt minerals do not have essential oils and thus grinding them fresh will make no difference in taste. The only thing you will gain from using a salt grinder is the unique texture of the irregular shaped crystals falling on your food.

Farmers market big on birds, bees

It’s all about the birds and the bees at the Port Moody Winter Farmers Market this Sunday, April 3. Visitors will have the opportunity to make a birdfeeder on site, as well as learn about mason bees. Milk cartons and jugs will be supplied for those wanting to make a birdfeeder, or visitors can recycle their own. The Wildlife Rescue Association will provide seed for completed birdfeeders. As well, the Balcony Bee Ladies will be on hand to educate visitors about keeping mason bees and sprucing up gardens to help save native bee populations. Mason bee hives the size of bird houses will be for sale, along with mason bee cocoons. Besides the birds and the bees, the market will feature the usual assortment of fresh produce, baked and prepared goods and handmade crafts such as jewelry and wood art. The market takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Port Moody Recreation Complex, 300 Ioco Rd. For more information, visit http://makebakegrow.com/our-markets.

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Central Coquitlam Pensioners Branch 108 weekly social bingo at 1 p.m. in the Mike Butler Room at Dogwood Pavilion. There are 15 games, and pots range from $5 to $25. New players welcome. Information: Catherine at 604-937-7537. Crossroads Hospice Society hosts a free weekly walking group for the bereaved from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Participants are asked to meet at the Labyrinth Healing Garden in Pioneer Memorial Park at Ioco Road and Heritage Mountain. Registration: Castine Breckwoldt at 604-949-2274. Port Moody Public Library and SHARE Family and Community Services Society host a free English practice group for informal language practice from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the ParkLane Room. Info: Julie Sutherland at 604-469-4577. Knitting Club at Libby’s Café meets weekly from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at 2105-2850 Shaughnessy St. in Port Coquitlam. Members knit and crochet scarves and hats to support area homeless programs. New members welcome, and donations of yarn accepted. Info: 604-945-3388 or www.libbyskitchen.com.

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Reynolds nabs national team ticket to Russia Coquitlam’s Kevin Reynolds has officially punched his ticket for a cross-Atlantic trip. The 20-year-old was named as one of three Canadian male skaters who will be taking part in next month’s International Skating Union world figure skating championships. The announcement was made Tuesday and Reynolds will serve as a replacement for Shawn Sawyer, who opted out of the event to tour with the Stars on Ice performance series. Reynolds will travel to Moscow for the world championships on April 25 alongside teammates Patrick Chan and Joey Russell. The event was originally slated to take place last week in Tokyo, though the event was pushed back due to the recent earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan. Reynolds’ most recent big-ticket competition took place in late January, when the Coquitlam native placed fourth at the national championships.

Craig sets new SFU standard A depleted roster did little to get in the way of Coquitlam’s Calvin Craig last week. The freshman attacker for Simon Fraser University’s lacrosse team set a new school record in his team’s 31-8 win over Idaho last week, netting 12 goals and three assists. Not only did he set a new standard in points, but Craig also broke the school’s record for goals, a standard that was set by Mike Christians in 2007. Fellow Coquitlam native Colton Dow also set a new school record in assists. The sophomore attacker collected eight helpers, topping the previous record of seven. Dow also registered five goals.

Coquitlam’s John Campbell is taking part in the competitive powerlifting circuit despite living with a physical disability.

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f the advertising executives at Nike are looking for a new pitchman, then John Campbell could very likely be their guy. The Coquitlam resident is the embodiment of the company’s “just do it” ethos, despite the fact that his body was once a source a constant frustration. Campbell was born with a form of cerebral palsy known as spastic diplegia, a type of physical disability that prevents him from fully straightening his legs or elbows. More often than not, the ailment prevented him from competing in team sports, though he’s starting to find his niche in the world of powerlifting. “I’ve always had a bad experience with sports even though I liked them a lot,” said Campbell, 21. “I always felt I was very under-appreciated and not welcomed in sports because of the disability that I have: kids wouldn’t pick me and they wouldn’t pass to me because they thought I wouldn’t score. And if I lost, I would feel so horrible — that was just the worst thing for me. Losing wasn’t an option, and I would lose a lot.” Frustrated by his lack of options in the team sports context, Campbell took to weightlifting when he was 14. Training alongside his father at the time, it provided the perfect outlet to not only build his

body, but also his confidence. “There were a couple times on the bench when I first started lifting where I would see my dad and brother would be lifting and I thought, ‘Why can’t I do that?’ It made me frustrated, but I never wanted to stop.” An offshoot of standardized weight training, powerlifting is a form of weightlifting that emphasizes, form, technique and control. The sport features three traditional types of lifting — bench press, squats and deadlifts — and Campbell’s weapon of choice is the bench press. In a powerlifting competition, judges watch for three phases of a lift. The participant must first lift the bar off the rack and hold it for a sustained period of time before lowering it to the chest. From there, the bar must sit flat and motionless on the chest before the judge instructs the competitor to lift the bar back up. The third phase entails lifting the bar and keeping it in the air before setting it back down. “You’re not going up against anyone. You’re not trying to beat anyone and all you’re trying to do is improve yourself and lift more,” Campbell said. “And if you don’t lift more, your team doesn’t get upset with you because it’s only you. It’s much more comforting. Now people are complimenting me at the gym, whereas in organized sport I might get swept under the rug because of my type of play or lack thereof.” Having only taken up powerlifting five months ago, Campbell entered his first formal competition

in February and his lift of 160 pounds solidified him as the winner. Granted, there was no else in his weight class to compete against, but that was far from the point of it all. “When it comes to the disability, I found the hardest part is accepting that I have one, and that it’s OK to have one. For the longest time I hated it — I would ask myself, ‘Why do I have this stupid, stupid limp in my walk?’ But now I just want to get better at what I do.” It was a chance encounter at a local gym that saw Campbell hook up with Bill You, who just so happens to hold two B.C. records in powerlifting. In fact, the 41-year-old Coquitlam native is the top- ranked powerlifter in the province, and fourthbest in Canada. While Campbell was focused on overall weight training at the time, You suggested that he take to powerlifting on a consistent basis. “I saw him training in the gym and we just got to talking, and I thought he was a very personable fellow,” You recalled. “What started as little tips being exchanged here and there, turned into me spending more time with him. Despite his physical disabilities, he’s always had the mental tenacity to want to success with it.” The fact that Campbell’s condition affects his lower body almost exclusively works in the Heritage

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United sides down Langley with ease The United Rugby Club’s first and second division sides made easy work of their Langley counterparts last weekend, defeating their opponents by a collective 55 points between them. The first division side racked up a polished 30-8 win thanks in part to three tries from winger Joe Bukalase and one try from flank Steve Pike. Nick Hammerschmidt accounted for the rest of the United’s points, tallying on two penalties in each half. Though the score was relatively close at 6-3 by the end of the first half, a strong defensive presence and a critical counterattack turned the balance. The second division team downed Langley 43-20 on the weight of an extremely balanced attack. Providing tries for United were Jesse Davies (with four), Curtis Giffin, Jean Koorsten and Mesa Govevou. Centennial Secondary grad Tim Phillips also kicked four conversions in the win.

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Lightning Speed Skating Club members (front to back) Mikaela MacPhail, Zackery McLaren, Cara Maltese and Maria Kim train at Planet Ice in Coquitlam recently to prepare for a series of provincial and national competitions.

Lightning Speed Skating Club members clean up in Kelowna Cara Maltese headed up the list of Lightning Speed Skating Club members who took part in last week’s Canada West showdown in Kelowna, as the 12-year-old racked up a gold, two silvers and a bronze at the meet. Maltese’s stellar outing saw her claim gold in the four-person relay; two silvers in the 400 metre and 3,000 points events; fourth in the 10-minute, two-man relay and seventh in the 100 m. Those totals saw her finish third overall in the 12-yearold ranking. Clubmate Teagan Rasche,

11, notched silver in the four-person relay and finished eighth overall, while Andrea Stewart, who finished 13th overall, notched a fourth-place finish in the 11-12 female relay final. Clifton Stewart, 16, rounded out the Lightning Speed Skating Club contingent, nabbing bronze in the four-man relay, first in the 3,000 points B race and a ninth-overall finish. The four Lightning Speed Skating Club members made up a broader team of 40 B.C. skaters, a group that collectively put together a dominant

performance. Intended for youths aged 11 to 15, the competition saw Team B.C. capture 94 of the 150 medals up for grabs in individual distances. B.C. skaters also went on to nab eight of the 12 relay events. Add it all up, and the provincial side also earned recognition as the top performing province at the event. One week earlier, Zackery McLaren placed 11th overall in the junior B group at a meet in Montreal, a finish that saw him rocket up 10 spots from his pre-tournament

ranking. McLaren notched a second place finish in the 3,000 points race, and new personal best in the 500 m.

Woods grad’s favour. That he continually works at his craft proves to be a catalyst of motivation not only for You, but others who work out alongside Campbell. “I’m no stranger to competing, but even for me, it can get stale,” You said. “So when I see someone that’s actually putting the effort in that he is, for a fellow like me who doesn’t have any physical disabilities, it’s inspiring for me to keep training. Because if he can do it, then I have no excuse for not doing it

myself.” Ditto for Campbell, who’s looking to take part in his second organized competition — the B.C. championships — in early June. “I think people can be motivated by someone like me, but I’m not saying I’m this great individual,” he said. “But there’s a lot of people out there who don’t want to go to the gym, don’t want to eat well, for any number of excuses. If I can motivate one person to go the gym, stay in the gym or learn about cerebral palsy or anything like that, that’s very meaningful.”

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The Coquitlam Thunder proved to be super ambassadors on the mite hockey circuit. The squad rolled past the opposition, edging the Kennewick, Wash.-based Tri-Cities Dragons 8-7 in overtime in the final. Adam Grenier’s tally in extra time locked up the tourney title for Coquitlam in a thriller. Chipping in with two goals apiece were Marcello Mannarino and Maxwell Semple, while James Bohn, Ryan Favaro and Owen

Kane added singles. In the semifinal, Coquitlam clobbered clubhouse rival Ice Breakers 9-2, after chalking up round-robin victories over two Seattle teams In the tourney’s superskills competition, Grenier won the breakaway challenge race, while Bohn topped the speed and endurance event. Mannarino, on the other hand, posted the third-best score in the passing drill.

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

GARAGE SALES

To Book Your AD in the Now Classifieds CALL 604-444-3000

2080

Garage Sale

MOVING SALE

Saturday Apr 2nd, 9am-3pm, 822 Delestre Ave Furniture, appliances, household items & more

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Garage Sale

PORT COQUITLAM

Coquitlam

From here. To career.

2080

TRI-CITY SINGLES SOCIAL CLUB

Garage Sale Every Saturday in April Saturdays, 10am - 2pm at: #21 - 2719 St Michael’s St.

CHILDREN 3015

Childcare Available

BABYSITTER & DRIVING SERVICES. ECE Assistant, Class 4 D.L., responsible, mature, exp’d & excel refs. 604-357-3381, email: guiomarp@hotmail.com

3015

Childcare Available

WESTWOOD PLAT, Exp Childcare by loving mom, Age 0 & up, Refs avail. Anita 604-505-6973

PETS & LIVESTOCK

3507

Cats

3508

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

SHIH TZU BIJON pups, 1st shots, dewormed, ready, family raised, non shed, $575 firm. 588-5195

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Metaphysical

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ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding $399+. 604-590-3727, 604-514-3474 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

FILA/MASTIFF GUARD DOGS owners best friend. Intruders worst nightmare. all shots, each. ready now! 604-817-5957

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

GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, 3 Fem, 2 males. CKC Reg. Ready to go Apr 1. $1000. 604-512-3310 www.veinottehorsefarm.ca

STANDARD POODLE pups, CKC reg. brown, black & cream, Chwk. 604-823-2467 ..302-1761

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

3520

Horses

CLEAN HOG FUEL $250+ / truckload, delivered. 13 units. Call 604-307-4607

Cares! 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.

It’s time for bargain hunting! Browse our Garage Sale section to ﬁnd deals near you.

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5005

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5035

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

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5075

Call 1-866-690-3328

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

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5070

Mortgages

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Business Opps/ Franchises

ATTN: Local people to work from home on-line. $1500 - $4500 p/t or f/t. Training. Call 604-875-1000

5060

Money to Loan

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Financial Services

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Accounting/ Bookkeeping

5005

5070

5040

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4060

www.4pillars.ca

BLUE NOSE Pit Bulls. 9½ weeks. Steel blue coats w/white patches. M/F. $700/each. 778-877-5210

Step into the career you’ve been dreaming of. Call today!

FOOT CARE NURSE providing Foot care in your home. Veterans approved. Andrea 604-789-1796

Cut Your Debt by up to 70% DEBT Forgiveness Program

604-724-7652

3508

Health Products & Services

Dogs

SHELTIE PUPS, Reg’d, shots, tatoo, dewormed, m/f, sable, fam raised. $700. 604-526-9943

Dogs

4020

Beat bank rates for purchases and reﬁnances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

Own a home? Need Money? Get Mortgage Money Fast! Quick, Easy, Conﬁdential No credit or income required 1st, 2nd, 3rd mortgages

Call 604-328-6409

ORIGIN HOME FINANCIAL PARTNERS Matt Sadler - www.mattsadler.ca

Money to Loan

Could you use $30k or even $300k? If you own a home, we can help. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. Independent lenders since 1969.

604.581.2161

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

REAL ESTATE RENTALS Real Estate Services

6005

WE BUY HOMES IN ANY CONDITION NO SIGNS OR OPEN HOUSES Call 604- 250-9007 www.t-rahproperties.com

6007

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

KELOWNA - Upscale Adult Resort, 4 Jacuzzi Stes., 6 ½ baths. Salt pool, media room & sauna. Lake, mtn & city views. Private 2 bdrm. res. Fabulous semi-retired lifestyle. Turn key. $1,549,000. 1-877-762-7831 ClassAct@shaw.ca

6008

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Real Estate

Surrey

SUN, APRIL 3, 2-4pm. Unit66 15155-62A Ave, SRY. 3 yrs, 3 lev, 3 BR, f/yrd + balcony. $323,000. MALA, SUTTON 778-859-4458

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Real Estate

uSELLaHOME.com

Sell your home, only $99. 604-574-5243 Chilliwack 2.5yr old 2967sf 3 storey 4 br 2.5ba w/suite potnl $417,900 798-2511 id5344 Delta Price Reduced studio condo, 19+ complex, pool, park, $98,500 597-8361 id4714 Sry Sullivan Mews ground lvl 1200sf 2br 2ba tnhse, 55+complex $220K 834-6935 id5136 Sry Bear Creek Park beauty 1440sf rancher, gated 45+ $275,900 306-931-3939 id5234 Sry Priced to Sell!!! Guildford 909sf 2br updated quiet condo $165K 588-5592 id5305 Sry Sullivan Mews upper lvl 1150sf 2br 2ba tnhse, 55+ complex $175K 543-8549 id5346

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6505

Apartments & Condos

1 BDRM, Metrotown, includes heat, hot water. Clean, quiet older building, walk-up 2nd flr. Avail May 1st, $750/mth 604 726-9710

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2BD & 2BATH, Face South, $1350 avail now, Pool, gym, yoga, hot tub included, 3 year Condo.(604) 461 8261

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APRIL 1ST, 1 Bdrm+Den, 720 Sqf, 2 Year old, wash/dry washing machine, pkg, close to shop/bus $1200/m 778-995-4146

www.GVCPS.ca / (604) 812-3718

Any Price, Any Location Any Condition. No Fees! No Risk!

6508

Apt/Condos

BBY, Lghd Mall. Bach, $720 incl ht & h/w. ns/np, newly reno’d, storage, Apr 1. 604-779-3882

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

6035

Mobile Homes

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

SUN 1-3PM, April 3rd. No Pad Rental! Dblwide w/lot. #18 -13507 81 Ave, Surrey. $298,995. Angela Langston 604-307-4815

6065

6508

Apt/Condos

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

1117 Ridgeway Ave. large bright 1 Br @ $800, incl heat hot water, cat ok, ns, avail now, Raymar Realty. 604-782-5941

BBY, EDMONDS. 1 BR + den. Gas f/p, d/w, in-suite w/d, patio. $900/mo. May 1st. 778-397-6569

Recreation Property

AMBER ROCHESTOR 545 Rochester Ave, Coq

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

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

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

office: 604- 936-3907

AMBER (W)

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

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

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

604 - 941 - 7721

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

6508

Apt/Condos

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

Large bright 1 br $785, 2br $1050. New reno Incl heat, hw dw np, 1016 Howie Ave. nr Austin Raymar Realty. 778-828-6345

RIVERS INLET

ARBOUR GREENE

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

view this & other properties @ www.acdrealty.com

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

JUNIPER COURT

GARDEN VILLA

415 Westview St, Coq

Close to Transportation, Schools & S.F.U.

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

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

office: 604- 939-8905 cell: 604- 916-0261

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

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

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

office: 604- 936-1225

EL PRESIDENTE

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

VILLA MARGARETA 320-9th St, New West

552 Dansey Ave, Coq

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

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

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

604 420-5636 www.montecitotowers.com

SUNSET PARK

view this & other properties @ www.acdrealty.com

New Westminster

65 FIRST STREET

view this & other properties @ www.acdrealty.com

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

CALL 604 525-2122 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

ROYAL CRESCENT ESTATES

22588 Royal Crescent Ave, Maple Ridge

Al Dodimead ACD Realty (604) 521-0311

SKYLINE TOWERS

MONTECITO TOWERS

Bayside Property Services Ltd.

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

CALL 604 715-7764

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.

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

1045 QUAYSIDE DRIVE

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

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

102-120 Agnes St, N.West

Apartments

Large units. Close to Golden Ears Bridge. Great view of River

New Westminster

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

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

Al Dodimead ACD Realty (604) 521-0311

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

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

1300 King Albert, Coq

Apt/Condos

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

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

KING ALBERT COURT

6508

A29

909 - 12th Street

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

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

Apt/Condos

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

2232 McAllister Port Coquitlam 2 BR Apartment Available MAY 1

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

6508

New Westminster

Call Kristen today (604) 786-4663

Condos/ Townhouses

6008-30

6020

Friday, April 1, 2011

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

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

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

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

No pets. Available now.

604 939-0944

Rentals

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

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RENTALS

6510

6450

Co-ops

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

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

Call 604 421-1222

6540

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

Friday, April 1, 2011

Houses - Rent

3 Bdrm Townhome! Fenced yard. RENT TO OWN! STOP RENTING! Poor Credit Ok, Low Down. Call Karyn 604-857-3597 BURQUITLAM, 4 BR home, f/yrd, storage. Near elem/high schools/ shops. Av now. $1450. N/S, N/P. 604-936-9670 or 778-869-9670

Miscellaneous Rentals

GATED PARKING AVAILABLE New Westminster CALL 604 723-8215

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

BBY METROTOWN, Lrg 2 BR, 2 bath, Newly Reno’d & all new appls, priv entry. $1100 incls utls, cable. Suits family. Pet negot. N/S. Avail now. Elwell St. 604-463-0029 or 604-347-6480

BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

6590

Rooms

FURN RM, tv cable internet own ent. quiet fmy home, no drugs or booze, smoking ok suit older per. long term, ref, dam. dep. $475.00 604 936 6604 POCO. Furn’d rm for female, priv bath, sh’d kitchen. $400/mo incl util. Now. Ns/np. 604-202-4203

6602

BBY, Near BCIT, 2 BR g/lvl ste. NS/NP. $1000/mo. incl utils, nr ammens, Immed. 604-438-1790 BBY NORTH near SFU, Upper 3 BR Duplex, 2 bath, 5 appls, f/p, carport. NS/NP. Avail Apr 1. 604-420-3269 or 604-760-7043 COQ 1 BR, bright, above ground, priv w/d, quiet, $750+hydro, 778-999-9451 COQ 2 BR bsmt, lrg kit, w/d, small cov patio, newly painted, n/s, $825 + 1/3 utils, 604-525-9266

Suites/Partial Houses

3 BR upper, log house, Maple Ridge, 2 baths, 2 car garage, 1 yr lease, avail immed, N/s, N/p, $1400/mo. Call 778-808-8196

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

COQ, Blue Mtn/Como Lake. 3 BR, upper floor. 1½ baths. 6 appl. Large sundeck, storage. N/s, n/p. $1,450/mo + 2⁄3 util. 604-939-6077 BBY 1 BR, new, bright, g/lev, sep ent, heat & hyd incld, N/s, N/p, no laundry, $695/mo. 604-715-5566 COQ, DAWES HILL,. reno 3 BR main floor. F/p, sh’d w/d, deck, carport. $1,200/mo + % utils. N/S. Apr 1, no dogs. 604 937-3534 POCO, Lincoln Prk 3 BR, 2 bath, split lev hse, lrg rec rm, appls, $1850, all newly reno’d & hrdwd flrs, carport, yard. 778-688-6622 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● NEW WEST- 1722-6th Av 2 bdrm

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

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

BBY E, 7559 2nd St, 2 yrs old 5 Br hse incls bsmt ste, h/w flrs, full baths, new appls, gated compound. $2900 or $2200 up & $950 dwn, Apr 1 or 15. 604-861-8819

COQ BLUE Mnt area, 2 BR upper, shared w/d, d/w, big deck, monitored securtiy sys. $1125 + 2/3 utils. Apr 1. Sm Pet considered, n/s. 604- 897-0411 COQ, Mariner Way. 2 BR. 1 bath h/wd flrs, priv w/d. $825/mo + 1⁄3 util. Ns/np. Av now. 604-521-5642

BBY HIGHGATE MALL area, New 1 BR g/lvl , $750 incls utils. ns/np, Immed. 778-388-1712 BBY KINGSWAY/CDA WAY, 4 BR mn flr, 2 yr old hse, $2000, w/d, n/s, n/p, Avail Immed. Also 1 BR g/lvl ste, $700. 778-245-8016

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

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

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

NEW WEST Queens Park, bright 1 BR ste, own W/D, priv entry, small yard. Suits 1. $750 incls utl. Av now. NS/NP. 604-525-3130 NW. QUEENSBOOUGH New reno’d 2 BR ste, sep entry & balcony. Nr school/bus. NS/NP, $800 incls hydro. 604-524-2649 POCO DWNTWN lge 2 BR g/lvl, inste w/d, Avail Apr 1/15th. N/s, n/p. $850 + utils. 604-942-7912

Find your answer in the Classifieds – in print and online!

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

6605

Townhouses Rent

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

WOODLAND PARK

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

RIVERS INLET Townhouses

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

Call 604-942-2012

7010

Go to http://classified.van.net or call 604-444-3000.

604-463-7919

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

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

Angel Massage 604-294-8038

402-3701 Hastings St., Burnaby

Escort Services

Carman & Fox friends

604.669.9475

The Fox Den at Metrotown out-call Escorts Vancouver

CarmanFox.com

8080

8155

Electrical

Top Tier Electrical Inc. Comm/Res renos & construction. Adam 604-773-4313 Lic #104540 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

Systems Ltd.

Blinds & Draperies

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

8035

Carpet Cleaning

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

8055

Cleaning

★★★★A GIFT OF TIME ★★★★ European standard. Lic/Ins. ICBC & Veteran claims. Free Window Cleaning , 778-840-2421

8060

STAMPED CONCRETE

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

30 yr exp. Quality workmanship Fully insured

Danny 604.307.7722

Concrete Cracks Repair. Foundation Walls, Basement, Parkade. Full Warranty. Call Simon (604) 473-7761 DALL’ANTONIA CONCRETE Seniors discount. Friendly, family business, 40+ yrs. 604-240-3408

Drainage

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

8075

8087

Excavating

ABSOLUTE BOBCAT & EXCAVATION LTD.

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

Call Ryan: 604-329-7792

Flooring/ Refinishing

8105

Drywall

ALL WORK GUARANTEED

604-916-7729 JEFF

8130

Kert Landscaping Ltd

Retaining walls, Pavers, Machine Work, Drainage, Soil and Gravel Delivery, Sod Lawn repairing, Perimeter Drains, Sewer line

604-942-5378

www.kertlandscaping.com ADAM’S YARD CARE Hedge trimming, pruning trees, yard clean up, etc Adam 778-899-4162 ★ AMAZING TOUCH LAND’G ★ Bobcat, paving, retaining walls, turf, planting, etc. 604-889-4083

8160

Lawn & Garden

Hardwood Floor Refinishing Repairs & Staining Installation Free Estimates

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

Artistry of Hardwood Floors

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

8125

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

• Spring Yard Clean Up • Lawn Maintenance and Gardening • Hedge and Tree Trimming • Cedar Fencing • Fully Insured • BBB Member

604-720-2853

www.atclandscape.com

Gutters * Landscape and Garden Design & Construction * Full Lawn Care Services Mowing, Power Raking, Aeration, Fertilizing, New Lawns * Hedges and Tree Pruning * Yard Cleanups * Fences & Decks

Marc • 604-315-8954

Handyperson

A Semi Retired Tradesman Small Renovations & Repairs, Crown Moldings & Finishing. Richard, 604-377-2480 HANDYMAN - framing, decks, tiles, hardwood, drywall. Total additions & basements. Ken 778-773-6251 or 604-455-0740 PROFESSIONAL HANDYMAN For Homes or Businesses. Call Dave at 778-386-3844

J.A. CONSTRUCTION

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

Landscaping

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

Concrete

Personals

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FOR RENT

Alarm/Security

ALARM

8073

7015

1-BEDROOM A PT. Move in tomorrow. Affo rdable monthly rent. Call Today!

8010

8020

N. WEST, Queensborough, Large 2 BR + ½ den, g/lvl. $800/mo incl util. May 1. Ns/np. 604-525-7039

Time to Get Your Own Place?

HOME SERVICES

Stevie’s Handyman Services Big or Small, we do it ALL! Call Stevie • 778-997-0337

Residential and Commercial • Landscape Maintenance • Power Raking • Aeration • Lawn Repairs • Gardening

Free Est. 604-779-6978

email:

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

Home Services

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Handyperson

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

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

604-878-5232

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Lawn & Garden

COQUITLAM

LANDCAPING LTD.

❏ SPRING CLEAN-UP ❏ Yard Maintenance ❏ Hedge Trim ❏ Tree Pruning ❏ Weeding ❏ Retaining Walls ❏ Lawn Cuttng Contracts Insured. Guaranteed. John: 604-464-8700 or 778-867-8785

8185

Moving & Storage

B&Y MOVING Experienced Movers ~ 2 Men $50 ~ • Includes all Taxes • Licenced & Insured • Professional Piano Movers

604-708-8850

Park’s Landscaping

Gardening Services Lawn Maintenance Landscape Design Residential & Commercial William KIM • 27 years exp.

604-518-3571

A Gardener & A Gentleman Lawn, garden, tree svcs. Pruning, yard clean-up, rubbish. 319-5302 ACE HANDYMAN SERVICE Pressure washing, landscaping, rubbish. Joe, 604-657-0346

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

MONTY J’S MOVING

Ask about our Spring Specials! www.MontyJsMoving.com

Call 604-710-5253

$35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 Abe Moving & Delivery and Rubbish Removal. 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

Lawn & Garden • Clean-ups & Disposal, Gutters/Press Washing Seniors Disc. Al @ 604-783-3142 LAWN MAINTENANCE 20 yrs exp. power rake, aerating. Free est. Reliable Reas. 604-649-9965 SAM’S Gardening SERVICE Lawn & Garden Care, Hedge Trims, Clean-up. 604-603-2341 THE LAWN BUTCHER Only Prime Cuts will do! Call Jim 778-839-6250

Trim/Prune hedges, rubbish removal, yard clean-up, power raking. Free Est, 604-710-9670 WE CUT GRASS Lawn Maint. Reasonable rates. NO HST. Call Bill • 604-939-2274

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

FREE ESTIMATES Seniors Discount

604-537-4140 www.affordablemoversbc.com

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

8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

CONFIDENT PAINTING LTD.

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

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

8240

A Name You Can Trust

• Free Estimates • Seniors Disc. • High Quality, Low Cost • WCB

25% Off with this ad

Call 604-518-0974 #1 PAY-LESS PRO PAINTING 31 yrs exp. Spring Special Ext/Int. Call 24 hrs, 7 days 604-891-9967 Good Day Painting Fully Insured, Quality Work, Res/Comm, No Payment till Job is Completed! Call Thomas 604 377-1338 MILANO Painting 604-551-6510 Int/Ext. Good Prices. Free Est. Written Guar. Prof & Insured. ★ QUAYSIDE PAINTING ★ BBB • Fully insured • WCB 3 Rooms $250. 604-727-0043

Patios/Decks/ Railings

8200

UNITED VINYL SUNDECKS LTD.

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

Free Est.

942-5394

8220

Plumbing

$69/HR Lic’d/Ins. Exp & friendly Clogged drains, plumbing, small jobs OK! Call 24/7! 604-805-2488 CANRO SERVICE. H/W tank, furnace, boiler, drain, installations & repairs. BBB. 604-789-6767

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604-444-3000

Renovations & Home Improvement

CANWEST CABINETRY

STARBRUSH PAINTING

Save Money on Manufacturer Direct! Quality Custom Kitchens & Baths New • Renos • Refacing • Closets Entertainment Units & more! Free Estimates 604-328-0611

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NORM, 604-466-9733 Cell: 604-841-1855

Spring Specials 3 ROOMS 4 ROOMS $ 279 $359 Top Quality Quick Work

PLUMBERS

Water Lines (without digging) Sewer Lines (without digging) Install. Drain tiles. 604-294-5300 LOCAL PLUMBER - Licensed, insured,GASFITTING, renos, Repairs. VISA 604-469-8405

Free Estimates

Call Now: 780-6510

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

Insured/WCB

778-997-9582

D&M PAINTING

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

604-724-3832

DANN DECORATING

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

Call Geoff Dann at:

604-782-8665

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

TOTAL HOME RENOVATIONS Since 1983

FROM DESIGN TO FINISH

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

Call Bill

604-298-1222 www.chrisdalehomes.com

& REPAIR JL RENO N

JENCO

A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

A Save on Roofing - specialize in ★reroof ★ repair★ Fully Ins. Free est. 10% discount 778-892-1266 GL Roofing cedar shake, asphalt shingle, flat roofs BBB WCB clean gutters $80. 24/7 604-240-5362

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

604-562-5934

JJ ROOFING, Repair specialist, Reroof, New Roof. Seniors disc. WCB, fully ins. 604-726-6345

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www.jkbconstruction.com

PRP RENOVATIONS Kitchens, baths, tiling, flooring, painting, plumbing, gutters ★ Small jobs welcome ★ Insured, WCB

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

8255

Rubbish Removal

LOW COST ® Rubbish Removal

WWW.RENORITE.COM

Save Your Dollars!

✓ RenoRite 604-781-7695

Bath *Kitchen* Suites & More A1 CONTRACTING. Bsmt, bath, kitchen cabinets, tiling, painting & decks. Dhillon, 604-782-1936

CARPENTER HANDYMAN, Reno’s, Carpentry, H/W Flrs, Home Repairs, etc. 604-307-6715

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

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

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

Isaac ★ 604-727-5232

604-RUBBISH Free Est’s • Large or Small Jobs

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$35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 Abe Moving & Delivery and Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020 DISPOSAL BINS: Starting at $99 + dump fees. Call 604-306-8599 www.disposalking.com

THOMAS DIAMOND Quality Renos, Repairs, Decks, Stairs etc. Precise, Reliable, Prof, Insured. Free Est. 604-710-7941. thomasdiamond1@hotmail.com

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

Please Call: D • 778.829.7785

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

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AUTOMOTIVE

9145

Scrap Car Removal

9155

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

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

8250

Roofing

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

604-716-8528

604-761-7175 #1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673 ★ FREE TOWING ★ up to $500 CASH Today!

604-728-1965 John

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

1986 CHEV Gruman. Propane. Step van style. This is an ex-tool truck. $6,500 obo. 604-809-3847

8300

8309

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

THE SCRAPPER

Dave Abbott Tile & Stone Installations & Repair Specialist! Best Rates. Guar. 778-808-5912 RENEW KITCHEN & Baths. Tile, slate, marble, granite, pools. 15 yr exp. Free ests 604-773-2264

1998 JETTA TDI 4 dr, 5 spd, new air care & tire belt, $3900, D9921 Abbtosford area 604-855-6522

9515

Boats

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

9522

RV’s/Trailers

2005 28’ Trail Cruiser rear bunks add a room. GVWR 5417 total dry wt 3743 $11,500. 604-858-2556 2007 CEDAR Creek 31 ft, 5th wheel, 2 slides, spotless cond. $26,000 obo. 604-590-2824

SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC 2H

2007 SILVERBACK by Forest River, 30ft 5th Wheel, 2 slides, spotless, $25,900. 604-230-2728

Sell Your RV or Boat

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

Tiling

Sports & Imports

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

782-2474

Gary: 604-690-7565

Quality Workmanship Reasonable Prices – Free Estimates

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

* We Remove & Recycle Anything*

WILL HAUL out garages and bsmts, for little or no $ if saleable items are included. 604-936-8583

MC GARDENING & LANDSCAPING

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

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

8335

9160

SKYLINE DECKING Renovations, Roofing, New Construction WCB/Insured/Licensed Guaranteed workmanship, reasonable pricing Call for FREE Estimate Luke: 604-729-6871

“Family Owned & Operated in the Tri-Cities”

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

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

Renovations/Repairs/Building

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

Tree Services

604 628 9044

RED’S RUBBISH REMOVAL and Home Maintenance. Reas. rates. Call Red, 604-290-7033

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

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8250

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