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make up the new environmental advisory committee, which will include two council reps — Couns. Linda Reimer and Barrie Lynch — and nine members of the public with technical expertise or education in the fields of biology, ecology or environmental studies. Many around the council table argued that the proposed ban should first be referred to that technical working group before any policy decision is made. Although almost every councillor seemed to support some form of a ban, they differed on how to get to that end goal. “If we’re going through all this work to try and

A little sweat and a few tears went a long way to offer healing this weekend. Fitness enthusiasts from throughout the Tri-Cities came together Sunday to honour one of their own, Charlene Reaveley, who died in an accident last month while trying to help others. A daylong fitness fundraiser was held at the Klahanie Health and Wellness Club, featuring bootcamp, yoga, pilates and zumba for the healthconscious and other activities for kids. According to organizer Chrissy Duncan, well over 300 people dropped by that day to donate, helping raise more than $12,000. “That was way more than we expected. We figured $3,000 to $5,000 would be a lot,” she said. “It was amazing. We had so many people there, and it was just incredible.” “People were just coming off the streets,” she says, adding that as organizers were setting up, someone walked in and started the day off with a $100 donation. Individuals gave large sums, and groups did as well,

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WHAT A PARTY: Revellers dance to the sounds of Nicolas Pellerin et Les Grands Hurleurs under the main tent at Festival du Bois in Coquitlam’s Mackin Park. The popular event, which spanned two days, featured Québécois, Acadian, Celtic and world music, as well as storytelling. There were even singalongs hosted by Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart. For many people, though, a key part of any cultural festival is the food, and Festival du Bois did not disappoint, featuring delicious treats such as tourtière, poutine, maple sugar pie and maple taffy on snow.

Coquitlam delays pesticide ban John Kurucz jkurucz@thenownews.com Two weeks ago, Coquitlam Coun. Selina Robinson said she was absolutely stunned by the initial 18month holdup of a proposed pesticide ban. On Monday night, she used terms like “appalling” and “insulting” to try to get her point across. Robinson’s notice of motion to ban the use of cosmetic pesticides in Coquitlam took another turn this week, with council voting unanimously to refer the issue to a committee that hasn’t even been formed. Council’s vote will see the city’s newly minted sustainability and environmental advisory commit-

tee tackle the issue of how, and whether, such a ban could be instituted in Coquitlam. The committee is to report back to council by June 30. Robinson’s initial motion sought to pass a bylaw banning the use of cosmetic pesticides, and then have council refer that bylaw to the committee for recommendations on how to implement a ban. “I am actually quite concerned that the majority of council would prefer to pass this decision on to the newly formed sustainability and environmental advisory committee,” Robinson said Monday. “I don’t want to abdicate our responsibility as an elected body for making public policy decisions. I think that’s our job.” The city is currently recruiting individuals to

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Prepping parents for the cyber age Children of the Street Society says stopping sexual exploitation online starts in the home Stories by Jennifer McFee jmcfee@thenownews.com

ri-Cities parents can learn how to navigate their children’s online reality through a presentation tonight entitled Parenting in a Cyber

Age. Jointly hosted by Tri-Cities and Maple Ridge community action teams, the free event will begin with a candlelight walk. After the walk, Merlin Horton of the Safe Online Outreach Society will provide parents with tips to safely care for their tech-savvy kids. Both events mark the 13th annual Stopping the Sexual Exploitation of Children and Youth Awareness Week, held from March 7 to 13 across the province. Meghan Toal of the Children of the Street Society said the issue is a top priority since we now live in an era of online exploitation. “It’s a hard enough issue when we’d have youth being recruited in the actual world in public spaces and out in the community,” Toal said. “Now we have youth that have their whole life and culture online. It’s become such a ripe recruiting ground for predators.” Toal said this online realm has also created a disconnect between kids and their parents. “I think the Internet and things that youth are engaging with online are really intimidating for parents, for adults,” she said. “Even I’m not that far removed from this generation, but they’re so much more advanced than I am. We’re finding it really, really crucial to provide some education and awareness around the technology that is being used. We have youth that are going out there and connecting with the world.” For parents, Toal recommends keeping all computers in plain view. “We encourage not having computers in the bedroom, not having laptops or desktops that are in spaces that are not public family space,” she said. “Although the youth would probably hate to hear that, if you can see what’s happening, there’s one way of limiting risk.” Toal also encourages parents to get involved with the sites their kids are using. That way, kids might think twice about posting inappropriate photos or comments. “If your child is on Facebook, have a Facebook profile. Be their friend. Educate yourself. Learn how to use these technologies,” she said. “Even though it can be a little bit intimidating, there’s lots of help out there, like this workshop, to get parents up to speed at least to a minimal degree.” If parents don’t understand the sites, Toal said they should ask their kids to provide explanations.

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Society workers (from left) Meghan Toal, Gillian Angrove, Calvin Comfort and Stephanie Clarke promote Stopping the Exploitation of Children and Youth Awareness Week with fuchsia ribbons. For youth, Toal said they shouldn’t befriend anyone in the virtual world whom they don’t know in the actual world. She also encourages kids to think about the type of photos and videos they share. “If this is something you wouldn’t want your grandma seeing, that’s a good rule to go by for putting it on your profile page or posting it anywhere else online or even sending it in a text message,” she said. “If you want your dream job in five or 10 years and there’s this one sketchy picture of you out there in the virtual world, that could be the difference between you getting that job or scholarship or not.” The candlelight walk starts tonight (Wednesday) at 6:15 p.m. in Memorial Peace Park, located at 224th St. in Maple Ridge. At 7 p.m., the Parenting in a Cyber Age presentation will begin at the Greg Moore Youth Centre at 11925 Haney Pl. in Maple Ridge. The event is open to everyone, and refreshments and door prizes will be available.

For more information, visit www.childrenofthestreetsociety.com, e-mail Toal at mtoal@childrenofthestreet.com or visit the Facebook page by searching “Stop Sexual Exploitation of Children and Youth Awareness Week.” A Facebook campaign is also underway to encourage people to change their profile pictures this week to the fuchsia “not for sale” ribbon, which is the profile picture for the Awareness Week web page. Facebook users are also asked to change their status to answer the question, “What did/do you want to be when you grew/grow up?” The answer should be followed by a link to A Safer Space at www.asaferspace.com. “It is our belief that as youth, no one dreams of becoming a sex-trade worker, sexually exploited and a victim of human trafficking,” Toal said in an email. “All young people have dreams and aspirations, and everyone deserves the right to an opportunity to pursue those dreams.”

Port Moody fire hall referendum April 16

Port Moody residents: Do you want the city to borrow up to $16 million to finance the replacement of Fire Hall No. 1? The city is holding a referendum on the issue on Saturday, April 16. If a majority votes yes, the city will borrow the funds, with a maximum debt term of 30 years. If a majority votes no, council will consider other options to

build a new Fire Hall No. 1. Built in 1974, the current fire hall has structural damage that includes cracks in the foundation and areas where the floor slab has pulled away from the foundation walls. The city’s population is now 33,000 — three times what it was when the fire hall was built 37 years ago. Through a consultation process

last year, the public indicated the best place to replace the fire hall is at its current site at Ioco Road and Murray Street, according to the city. Council designated the replacement of the hall as the single major city-funded capital project in the 2009 to 2014 financial plan, since public safety is a priority. Advance polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6

and Saturday, April 9 in the Galleria at City Hall, located at 100 Newport Dr. On April 16, polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at four locations: Glenayre Community Centre at 400 Glencoe Dr., Kyle Centre at 125 Kyle St., Heritage Mountain Community Centre at 200 Panorama Pl. and the Port Moody Recreation Complex at 300 Ioco Rd.

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including Port Moody Fire and Rescue, which offered $500 for the pool. Duncan said there were several emotional moments between friends, family members and even strangers. “It’s amazing the people who came in and donated,” she said, explaining how an older gentleman dropped off several hundred dollars in rolled up coins after reading about the fundraiser at the laundromat. “He had lost a child in his life, and wanted to give back. He said he couldn’t take his money with him.” The funds will support the surviving Reaveley family, which consists of Charlene’s husband, Dan, and four children between the ages of one and 10. Reaveley was killed after an alleged hitand-run crash on Feb. 19. The story has pressed upon the hearts of many in the TriCities, including Justin Kovats from the Coquitlam Cactus Club Café. He had been hit up for a donation to the fitness event, but felt as though staff could give more. They’ve organized an evening called Nothing But Pink: A Tribute to Charlene Reaveley set for Wednesday, March 23, where the ladies night out will feature special beverages, a silent auction and other activities from 6 to 10 p.m. “The staff are donating their time and tips,” he said. Tickets are $20, and the limited numbers mean they will sell out quickly, which is why Kovats said they are selling “spirit tickets” for $20. “If people can’t go, you could still buy a ticket for $20, and you’ll be with us in spirit and with Charlene in spirit,” Kovats said. Tickets will go on sale Saturday at 101 Schoolhouse St. in Coquitlam. The Cat & Fiddle Pub in Port Coquitlam is also holding a fundraiser on Friday, March 12, starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are $50 and include a prime rib dinner. For information, call 604941-1163. Kovats said recent events speak volumes about the heart of the local community. “We have all three communities in the Tri-Cities that have banded together for this family,” he said. Those who can’t attend fundraisers can also donate to a trust fund set up at the Royal Bank Shaughnessy Street branch in Port Coquitlam. Funds can be directed to “Dan Reaveley in Trust,” branch No. 04320, account No. 5032180.

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Borrowing could keep Port Moody indebted until 2042 Jennifer McFee jmcfee@thenownews.com Port Moody residents caught their first glimpse of the city’s draft 2011 to 2015 financial plan at a town hall meeting Monday night. The replacement of Fire Hall No. 1 was a hot topic among the crowd at Inlet Theatre. Corporate services director Paul Rockwood said the city’s per-capita debt could change significantly with the fire hall replacement project. “The city’s main fire hall, Fire Hall No. 1, is at the end of its useful life. The city held a town hall meeting in January 2010, where there was overwhelming support to replace this critical component to community safety,” Rockwood said. “The city is holding a referendum on April 16, 2011, to seek electoral approval for the borrowing of up to $16 million to replace Fire Hall No. 1. If approved, the debt service will cost taxpayers approximately $1,045,000 per year for approximately 30 years at an estimated four-per-cent tax increase.” The city is exploring four taxation options

should the public vote yes to borrowing the funds. The first option is to borrow $16 million in 2011 and finance the tax impact in 2012 with a tax increase of 3.94 per cent, which would generate the $1,045,000 needed to service the debt. The second option is to borrow $16 million in 2011 and spread the tax impact over 2011 and 2012. In 2011, residents would pay a 2.03per-cent tax increase to build half the debt-servicing costs into the base budget. In 2012, the budget would increase again by 1.97 per cent. Third, the city could borrow $16 million in 2011 and spread the tax impact over three years: 2011, 2012 and 2013. In 2011, residents would see a tax increase of 1.35 per cent, followed by a 1.31-per-cent increase in 2012 and a 1.25-per-cent increase in 2013. As well, the city would use $349,000 from reserve funds to soften the tax impact. The last option would be to borrow $8 million in 2011 and the balance in 2012. This would mean a tax increase of 2.03 per cent in 2011 followed by an increase of 1.97 per cent in 2012, based on the assumption another $8 million would be borrowed. The city would

Debate now, not later: Sekora

Coquitlam Coun. Lou Sekora introduced a notice of motion at council Monday that seeks to permanently ban notices of motion. Used to introduce proposed bylaw amendments and other policy measures, notices of motion are first introduced by individual council members before they are given a two-week period for staff to

study the matter, and council to deliberate. Instead of that model, Sekora wants items that would typically serve as notices of motion to be heard and debated at the end of a given council meeting. “I’m willing to work on the basis that we did before,” Sekora said Monday. “If a council member brought something forward … we put

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have the option to borrow less money in 2012, but the interest rate might increase. These tax increases for the fire hall replacement are in addition to other proposed increases for general operations and police department services. Option 1 would see a proposed overall tax increase of $89 for an average household in 2011 over 2010 rates, followed by an increase of $155 in 2012, $74 in 2013, $68 in 2014 and $70 in 2015. Options 2 and 4 would mean a $120 tax increase in 2011, $123 in 2012, $74 in 2013, $68 in 2014 and $70 in 2015. Option 3 would cost average homeowners an extra $111 in both 2011 and 2012, $97 in 2013, $68 in 2014 and $70 in 2015. The city is currently paying off two other

long-term loans — $5 million to upgrade the recreation centre and $3 million to build the public safety building. Add another $16 million in borrowing and the city won’t be debt-free until 2042. Mayor Joe Trasolini said council’s No. 1 priority is to replace Fire Hall No. 1. In five or 10 years, they may look at replacing Fire Hall No. 2. If the upcoming referendum fails, Trasolini said council will need to consider other options to replace the aging Ioco Road fire hall. “Perhaps we do have to sell a choice piece of land and use those revenues to build a fire hall elsewhere with a less expensive piece of land. Perhaps we have to look at scaling down,” Trasolini said. “The reality is Fire Hall No. 1 cannot be left in its present condition.”

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remier-designate Christy Clark won the Liberal leadership race as a self-styled “voice of change.” But how new has yet to be seen. Sure, she wasn’t in caucus when the Liberals dropped the HST bomb on us. But while she billed herself as an outsider during the campaign, Clark comes to the job with significant political history. She was deputy premier to Gordon Campbell during a period of deeply unpopular government cuts and the era of the B.C. Rail sell-off. And while she’s come out as promoting a “families first” agenda, it was hockey mom Clark who often rankled in her cabinet stints as Minister of Education and Minister of Children and Family Development. As education minister, it was Clark who imposed a contract on teachers, eliminating class-size limits and services for kids with special needs. That’s ominous, as the teachers’ five-year contract will expire June 30. Clark also campaigned on cutting healthcare spending, rather than increasing it. It’s hard to see how that will win over families with ailing elders. In Clark’s former political life, she was often criticized for a combative shoot-from-the-hipand-ask-questions-later style. As premier, she may no longer have that luxury. In her favour, Clark is a populist, unlike the often-aloof Campbell. She also says she wants to decentralize decision-making, another welcome departure from the Campbell era. It’s early days for Clark. Only time will tell if her plan for change is real, or if we’ll get the same political gunslinger dressed up in outsider’s clothing.

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places) and would attract criminal behaviour, includhe debate over whether or not a giant casino ing money laundering and gang activity. Plus, it should be built in downtown Vancouver has would be a noisy addendum to a sporting facility and shone a bright light on a political reality that would send all the wrong kinds of signals to young some people simply won’t accept. people attending a BC Lions or Vancouver Whitecaps The fact is, governments at all levels have become game. so heavily dependent on gambling revenues that Unfortunate for the opponents, however, is the they now comprise the cornerstone of budgets and fact that governments make the decision on whether therefore are directly linked to all kinds of public or not casinos are established, and because the services, from health care to education to capital amount of money to be gained from their creation is projects. so enormous and consistent, it’s almost impossible There are currently 17 casinos in Metro to say no. Vancouver, with almost 500 gaming tables and Municipal governments love having 10,000 slot machines. They generate a casinos within their borders, as they get lot of money. a big slice of the revenue pie as well. The The provincial government collects municipalities that have casinos get tens more than $1 billion annually from of millions of dollars in return, and that the BC Lottery Corp., which oversees funds all kinds of projects and services gambling (including lotteries) in the that might not exist otherwise. province. About 20 per cent of that In fact, gaming has become so big in money over three years is earmarked for this province that without it, the provindistribution to non-profit organizations View From cial and municipal governments would and charities (one can certainly argue The Ledge undoubtedly raise taxes — income and/ that the amount should be greater), and Keith Baldrey or property — or cut services, or both. a smaller amount is put in a health-care That, combined with the realization spending account. that gaming revenues have a positive impact on The proposed casino attached to the new BC everything from Little League baseball to parent Place would be three times the size of the existadvisory councils to arts groups, is a big reason why ing Edgewater casino nearby. It would house 1,500 opposition to gaming has gradually diminished over slot machines, 150 gaming tables and employ the years. 2,000 people full time. As many as 6,000 people are Those who insist on painting gambling as some expected to visit the facility every day of the week, sort of social evil that will ruin the youth of society generating more than a half-billion dollars annually are missing the larger point: it is an industry that is in economic activity. here to stay, and will undoubtedly grow as governOpponents of the casino claim it would be a ments use casinos as a convenient crutch to help stain on the neighbourhood (home to BC Place ward off boosting taxes or cutting services. and Rogers Arena, which aren’t exactly calm, quiet

Frankly, as someone who will probably never visit the proposed new casino, I’d rather see the casino patrons spend their own money to help pay for health care, sports teams and arts groups, rather than having the government reach into my pocketbook even further than they do right now. ••• The furor within the NDP over its insistence that leadership candidates hand over their passwords to social media forums such as Facebook and Twitter may be resolved by the time you read this, but nevertheless the party has demonstrated its unerring ability to shoot itself in the foot. One candidate, Nicholas Simons, has balked at disclosing his passwords, arguing that not only would his privacy be violated, but so too would be the privacy of individuals he has communicated with on those social media sites. Simons is not an unknown commodity. He has been vetted already by the party’s candidate screening policy, and he has been elected twice. He represents the party as an MLA, and is delegated to perform various duties on behalf of the party. As a duly elected MLA, one presumes the party already has a fair degree of trust in him. As well, parliamentary convention dictates that all MLAs are to be presumed “honourable members” of the legislature. So why doesn’t the NDP treat him as such, and presume him to be an “honourable member?” Violating his privacy would seem to run counter to that. Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global B.C.

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‘Eco-friendly’ homes destroying habitat

I suspect that most people would acknown the last decade, the Lower Mainland ledge that, before the construction of their has been constructing and expanding high-end, eco-friendly duplex, the lands they non-stop. Eventually after building up, live upon were forested. Within those lands building out is the next best option. In many roamed wildlife. For the few who are unaware parts of the Lower Mainland these “developof that, you know now. This should be a conments” are interfering with the neighbourcern not because we destroyed their home ing wildlife. In areas such as the Tri-Cities, and should welcome them into ours; rather, the expansion of residential cul-de-sacs and because we are getting a fair bit extreme mini malls is being pushed into more rural when it comes to handling our wildlife. This environments. brings the conversation back to bears. I don’t know about you, but the first In the last few years, I recall hearing a images of rural destruction that come to growing number of news segmy mind are those of Disney’s ments on how another bear in FernGully: The Last Rainforest. the Lower Mainland had to be Heartbreaking to even a six-yearput down or relocated because old, but that may just be me. The impacts of B.C.’s ever-growing Alannah Van Hierden it was wandering through suburban streets. population raise concerns toward For many who have these how we are affecting our wildlife. animals roaming in their yards, bears are On an annual basis, animals (with an considered pests, safety hazards and intruders emphasis on bears) migrate or hibernate for on their property — even though these bears the winter months and return to their usual are programmed, like most wildlife, to go feeding grounds upon spring’s arrival. As back to their designated feeding grounds. In many can guess, when these mammals have many recent situations, these same feeding finished their long winter’s sleep, they are grounds are replaced by the duplex you live famished. Imagine coming home after a long in, causing bears and people to become close day, your mouth watering at the thought of neighbours. Since society isn’t fond of wild dinner, only to find that not only has someanimals rummaging through its trash, the one stolen all your food, but your kitchen is bears are relocated and/or destroyed. gone as well. I have heard of a three-strike rule that was The creatures of B.C. are increasingly created for this situation, giving bears three faced with this scenario. They return to chances to trespass before they are considtheir natural ecosystem to meet logged tree ered a threat and are destroyed. stumps and asphalt. Animals like bears are I personally find this ridiculous because programmed to a specific environment and these bears’ only instincts are survival. will return to that place expecting the same Humans and bears are not that different, available food, unless they can find a new both being at the top of the food chain; howsuitable habitat nearby, which is becoming ever, since bears can’t create laws or drive much more difficult.

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cars, they get demoted. It’s almost that time of year again where, in a few short weeks, the snow will be melting in the valley and bears, as well as other wildlife, will be returning to their feeding grounds. It’s felt that perhaps we should take on a different approach or even just a new perspective. At this time of year, on average, 200 bears are killed because of their interaction with society. We may think that this isn’t an issue as there are numerous amounts in the wild, but in reality it’s a catch 22, wherein these wild animals are losing their wilderness due to our urbanization. If we choose to carelessly destroy so many of them every year, we have the chance of facing a species endangerment. For those who plan to take the acknowledgment of our wildlife into consideration this spring, there are a few ways to help prevent intrusions. Sources such as www.bc.gov. ca are available with helpful ways to decrease the occurrence of wildlife on your lawn without resorting to such drastic measures. We, as British Columbians, need to make this situation less acceptable as a solution and work toward a less harmful way of dealing with the wildlife we encounter. We need to be more cautious of our actions, giving our furry neighbours less of an invitation into our backyards — also taking into consideration that, perhaps, that backyard was theirs first.

Alannah Van Hierden is a second-year student at Douglas College.

If elected premier, bet on either Clark or Farnworth to push for the Evergreen Line In all the years that we have been promised the construction of the Evergreen Line, we are now better off politically than ever before. Christy Clark is the premier-elect, but voters have not yet gone to the polls to choose a new premier. The engineering staff commissioned to build this high-priority line are following through with their mandate. We can expect in this month of March, they will (a) proceed to prepare for the extraction of soil from the tunnel portals, (b) the CPR will clear their right-of-way allowance and (c) the works yard (for the precast conto the Editor crete) will be operational. We are fortunate that Clark will, if elected, make all the correct political decisions. She was initiated into politics in Port Moody. She will probably finance and extend the line all the way to Port Coquitlam. On the other hand, Mike Farnworth, if elected, will also finance and extend the line all the way to Port Coquitlam. He was initiated into politics there. He is also supportive of the Murray-Clarke Connector. For whatever reason (probably disdain and apathy), there has been little or no discussion regarding the Evergreen Line for almost four months. Regardless of our frustrations, let’s now push the engineering team to proceed with their schedule of construction. When it is election time, mark your ballot for the candidate you know will complete the construction of the Evergreen Line sooner than is presently promised. Cliff E. Van Alstyne Port Moody

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the committee. His amendment received no support. Coun. Neal Nicholson sided with Robinson, pointing out that local governments do have the legislative authority to institute such measures. In the end, he expressed dismay over how Monday night’s debate unfolded. “The Local Government Act gives us the authority to impose this ban, and with that authority comes a responsibility to act,” he said. “I deplore that we didn’t act as forcefully tonight as we might have.” Monday’s debate came almost 18 months after Robinson’s attempt to hold a public meeting to gauge community sentiment on the matter, a move that was voted down by council. The issue also struck a

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SHARE reimagines its gala fundraiser munities, so we provide an opportunity for you to come and mix jmcfee@thenownews.com and mingle with all the folks in the room,” Scott said. t’s more than just desserts this “Then we provide the food and weekend at the annual fundraisthe entertainment and the auction, ing gala for the SHARE Family & which will give people lots to talk Community Services Society. about.” On Saturday, up to 500 guests will The money raised will support mix and mingle at the Red Robinson children’s services offered through Show Theatre to sample savoury and the local non-profit organization. sweet culinary treats. Each year, 6,500 Tri-Cities kids aged This year’s cocktail-style event, 12 and under visit SHARE’s proentitled Imagine: More than Just grams. Desserts, will feature tantalizing “We’re showcasing our children’s tapas and delicious desserts created services, such as our Tiny Bundles by professional chefs. program in our food “It’s an evolution,” bank that provides a said Heather Scott, weekly hamper filled SHARE’s developwith extra nutrition “By coming to this ment director. event, you’re helping for developing babies “It’s the first time and pregnant moms. kids in the we’re putting savWe’re showcasing community. ouries into the proour early education gram. For the same programs and also That’s the ticket price, people our early intervenbottom line.” can get four sweets tion programs, and four savouries. which is speech Heather Scott In many respects, therapy and physical SHARE it’s almost like a full therapy,” Scott said. meal.” “We’re hoping The fundraising to raise $90,000 event will also feature entertainto support an organization whose ment by Underground Circus, a programs strengthen families that Vancouver-based company created by might be struggling with any numtwo former Cirque du Soleil member of concerns. They might be vulbers. nerable due to poverty or addiction Global TV’s Steve Darling will step or homelessness. Our programs help up as MC, along with Russ Brummer those families build strength so that and Jonathon Chambers of the Table their children can overcome those 23 comedy group. limitations and live a life that we all To add some extra glitz to want our children to live. the gala, SHARE will raffle off “So really, by coming to this a 1.19-carat diamond pendant event, you’re helping kids in the worth $4,350, donated by Britton community. That’s the bottom line.” Diamonds. Other raffle prizes Doors open at 6:30 p.m. on include round-trip tickets for two to Saturday, March 12 at the Red any WestJet destination and a $500 Robinson Show Theatre, located Vancity Visa card. Guests can also at 2080 United Blvd. in Coquitlam. place bids on a long list of live and Tickets cost $55 and are available at silent auction items. the door or through SHARE’s web“SHARE is about building comsite at www.sharesociety.ca.

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SHARE’s Heather Stacey, left, and Heather Scott show some of the prizes available at Saturday’s event.

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is grill-marked with mocha caramel Kahlua sauce and served with a side of mascarpone cream mashed potatoes and brown sugar baked shoestring apple fries. • White Spot restaurants present their mini strawberry cheesecakes. Using White Spot’s own recipe, this creamy dessert is made with a traditional graham cracker crust topped with fresh strawberries. Savouries: • The Christine Catering Company presents beef three ways. This trio includes buffalo rib on potatoes croquette, Moroccan meatballs and beef

tenderloin Wellington. • Pasta Polo presents organic pasta chips. These organic beef and yam pasta chips are served with roasted garlic spinach dip. • The Port Moody Boathouse presents its Thai crab cakes. This recipe features pan-seared Dungeness crab and baby shrimp with a hint of spice, fresh cilantro and basil. • The Vancouver Raw Food School presents its raw coconut and pesto bundle. This item features pine nut “cheese” fused in a pure beet coconut wrapper, with basil pesto sauces and cashew cheese crackers as a garnish.

KidSport needs donations of used sporting goods KidSport Tri-Cities is holding its annual spring used sporting goods sale on Sunday, March 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex. To make this event a success, KidSport needs donations of used equipment. Families are encouraged to donate their used sporting goods of any kind (including bikes) through Saturday, March 12 at the fol-

lowing locations: • Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex, 2150 Wilson Ave. • Port Moody Recreation Complex, 300 Ioco Rd. • Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, 633 Poirier St. in Coquitlam • Cyclone Taylor Sports, 562J Clarke Rd. in Coquitlam

• Corner Sport, 2276 Elgin Ave. in PoCo Since 2006, KidSport Tri-Cities has helped more than 1,000 youth participate in organized sport — including more than 400 in 2010 alone. “We truly believe that most of the kids we’ve helped would not have had the chance to play a sport if it hadn’t been for KidSport,” KidSport Tri-Cities chair Chris Wilson wrote in an e-

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to plant trees and shrubs. Sometimes a branch dies Anything grown in containers back partway. If this happens can be planted whenever the you may need to decide how soil can be worked, but March much pruning will result is especially beneficial because in the tree looking better. moisture is usually abunSome trees (witch hazel, for dant, temperatures are slowly instance) are notorious for warming and the plant will wrong-way branching after have several months to root pruning. before the sumAfter a bitmer dry period. ter cold snap, Some covering some trees or up and firming of shrubs may look soil is sometimes completely dead. needed in garBut it’s still best den beds where to wait and see. frost heaves have Roots of many exposed the roots plants are often Branching Out of perennials. hardier than the This is especially top growth — natAnne Marrison likely with varurally so because ieties that were they are protected newly planted in fall. Any by being in the earth. trench-type edges to garden This means some may beds will need to be re-cut shoot again from the roots. so they remain a barrier to This is wonderful news if invading grasses. you’ve got an own-root plant, Lawns that appeared to be but bad news if you bought a flat and covered with grass in grafted one. Rootstocks will fall sometimes end up with produce a wilder, more vigormoss and bare patches in late ous plant that’s usually less winter. Rural lawns may need good-looking than the one filling in in the grooves where you planted. moles made tunnels in winter March is a good time

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Seminar targets new homebuyers With so many diverse factors to take into consideration when buying a new home, it’s no surprise first-time buyers need a little help demystifying the process. What location is preferable? What type of home is best matched to needs and financial resources? What are the mortgage options? How does the homebuyers’ tax credit work? How much can firsttime buyers withdraw from RRSPs? How about legal considerations, closing costs and home warranties? How will new mortgage amortization rules affect buyers? What’s involved with condo pre-sales? Those and other key questions will be answered by a panel of experts at the 17th annual Seminar for First-time Home Buyers, presented by the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association (GVHBA) on Tuesday, March 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel in Surrey. Admission is free, thanks to the generosity of the presenting sponsor, the provincial Homeowner Protection Office branch of BC Housing, and corporate sponsors The Vancouver Sun, The Province, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, Genworth Financial Canada, Scotiabank, Travelers Guarantee, Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel, Shaw Cablesystems, CKNW, Rock 101, AM 730 and 99.3 the FOX. Speakers will include Robyn Adamache, senior market analyst, CMHC; Wendy Acheson, vice-president and registrar, Homeowner Protection Office; Narrinder Dhanoya-Bhangu, vice-president, Pacific region, Genworth Financial Canada; Travis Myers, manager of personal banking, Scotiabank; Dave Watt, past-president, Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver; Howard Friedman, national vice-president of residential real estate products, Travelers Guarantee; and Gregory van Popta, partner, McQuarrie Hunter LLP. The seminar moderator will be Shayne Ramsay, chief executive officer of BC Housing. “Our experts will help first-time buyers investigate all available options and key issues before they take that critical first step onto the property ladder,” GVHBA president and CEO Peter Simpson said in a release. “Real estate continues to VISIT US

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Tri-Cities Chamber of First Nations dance, drumCommerce holds a luncheon ming, singing and feasts. featuring B.C. Lotteries Corp. Donations welcome and Terry Fox Library hosts president and CEO Michael sponsors needed. Info: Lolita an ultimate Canucks trivia Graydon who will discuss the at 604-944-1415 or Verna at bingo from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at beneficiaries of gaming in 778-209-4738. 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. the Tri-Cities. Place Maillardville conProgram is open Luncheon runs tinues its Baby’s First Year to adults, teens from 11:30 series with a workshop on and children a.m. to 1:30 medicine and babies with under 12 when p.m. at Hogan’s London Drugs’ Penny Lehoux. events@thenownews.com accompanied by an Restaurant, 50 Sessions run from 1:45 to adult. Info: 604Queens St., Port 3:15 p.m. at 1200 Cartier Ave. 927-7999. Moody. Cost Information: 604-933-6146. Dogwood Pavilion hosts a is $45, with discounts for Knitting Club at Libby’s free workshop on gardening members. Information: www. Café meets weekly from tools with Coquitlam parks tricitieschamber.com or 6049:30 to 11 a.m. at 2105-2850 foreman Michelle McCandless 464-2716. Shaughnessy St. in Port at 1 p.m. at 624 Poirier St. Mackin House Museum Coquitlam. Members knit McCandless will discuss types hosts its historical book club and crochet scarves and hats of tools and proper maintenfor a discussion on The Color to support area homeless ance. Registration is required. Purple by Alice Walker at 2 programs. New members welInfo: 604-927-6098. p.m. at 1116 Brunette Ave. in come, and donations of yarn Tri-City Stamp Club meets Coquitlam. Information: 604accepted. Info: 604-945-3388 at 7 p.m., with a special night 516-6151. or www.libbyskitchen.com. devoted to the letter “P.” Club Tri-City Christian SATURDAY, meets in the McGee Room Women’s Club hosts its MARCH 12 of the Poirier Community monthly luncheon at noon Centre, 630 Poirier St. Friends of the Coquitlam at the Executive Inn, 405 Information: 604-941-9306 or Public Library meets at 10:15 North Rd. in Coquitlam. Joan www.stampclub.ca. a.m. in the boardroom of the Sears will discuss a journey of SHARE alcohol and drug Poirier branch, 575 Poirier St. memories, and a cookie walk program staff continue the Information: 604-937-4130. will be held featuring tables education series with a disPlace des Arts presents May of treats for sale. Reservations cussion on the links between Ling Kwok for a piano recital required. Information: Marie mental illness, depression and at 604-420-2667. at 7:30 p.m. at 1120 Brunette addiction from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Ave., Coquitlam. Tickets are Morningside Toastmasters at 2615 Clarke St. in Port $13.50, with discounts availmeets from 7:25 to 8:30 p.m. Moody. Program is free. Info: able for seniors and students. at Burkeview Funeral Home, 604-936-3900. Information: 604-664-1636 or 1340 Dominion Ave. in Port www.placedesarts.ca. Coquitlam. New members THURSDAY, Coquitlam Inspiration welcome. Information: www. MARCH 10 Garden will release mason morningsidetoastmasters.ca La Leche League of bees from 10 a.m. to noon or Gene at 604-230-8030. Canada, Coquitlam chapter, at the garden to help with FRIDAY, MARCH 11 meets at 9:45 a.m. at SHARE the pollinating populaAwakening the Spirit of Family and Community tion. Registration required. Ya-Xwa Powwow Committee Services Society, 2615 Clarke Information: www.coquitlam. hosts its second annual St. in Port Moody. Discussion ca/inspirationgarden. powwow celebration at will surround nutrition and Mackin House Museum Kwayhquitlum Middle, 3280 weaning. Information: www. holds a glass etching workFlint St. in Port Coquitlam. lllc.ca or 604-520-4623. shop with Rick Mercer at The non-profit event features Place des Arts holds an opening reception for its March exhibitions at 7 p.m. Bulletin Board at 120 Brunette Ave. Work by Joy Kirkwood, Rose Eysmond THE NOW publishes Bulletin Board notices 10 days prior to and Catherine Tableau will be events and meetings. To submit, include the group name, on display. Information: www. type of event as well as the location, date and time and placedesarts.ca. contact information. E-mail to events@thenownews.com. ■

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2:30 p.m. at 1116 Brunette Ave. Registration is required and space is limited for this hands-on class. Information: 604-516-6151.

MONDAY, MARCH 14

Hang Tough Arthritis Community Group meets at 1 p.m. at the Astoria Retirement Home on Kelly Avenue in Port Coquitlam. Dr. Ken Adams will discuss chiropractic care. Terry Fox Library hosts Langley photojournalist John Gordon for a slideshow presentation of his trip to India from 7 to 8 p.m. at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in Port Coquitlam. Program is free, but registration is required. Information: 604-927-7999.

TUESDAY, MARCH 15

Port Moody Police Department takes on Heritage Woods Secondary students in a charity hockey game from 11:20 a.m. to 1:50 p.m. at the Port Moody Recreation Centre arena. Proceeds support the Cops for Cancer Ride. Dogwood Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. in the Centennial Room of Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Ayuko Inoue will discuss garden design. Denis Boyd and Associates hosts a special workshop for those grieving the loss of a child, infant or baby from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Counsellors in the area of grief, loss and marriage will discuss healthy and unhealthy reactions, coping strategies and hope in the future. Cost is $35 and partial proceeds will go towards organizations that support

bereaved parents. Registration required. Info: 604-931-7211. Lincoln Toastmasters meets from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Hyde Creek Recreation Centre, 1379 Laurier Ave. in Port Coquitlam. New members welcome. Information: lincolntm.freetoasthost.info or Shirley at 604-671-1060. Kyle Centre offers drop-in bridge for all skill levels from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Games fol-

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16

Coquitlam Gogos meets from 1 to 3 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month at Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St. in Coquitlam. Info: Pam at 604-469-0265.

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Coquitlam wants volunteers The City of Coquitlam is seeking volunteers for its sustainability and environmental advisory committee. The committee provides council with both advice and a local perspective on sustainability and key environmental trends and issues through the city’s engineering, utilities and environment standing committee. It also promotes environmental awareness within the community, according to a press release. City council invites applications from residents with experience and/or a demonstrated interest in, and dedication to, all aspects of the environment, sustainability and community to serve on the environmental advisory committee. Youth applicants are encouraged. Consideration may also be given to exceptional individuals from outside Coquitlam who meet the recruitment criteria for skills, training or education, and who have a demonstrated

desire and commitment to serve the City of Coquitlam as a member of the committee. To apply, download a copy of the application package, visit the city’s website at www. coquitlam.ca, and click on “Volunteer for the Sustainability & Environmental Advisory Committee” under “What’s New?” Clicking there will take you to a page contains a link to the eight-page PDF application form. Application packages are also available from the clerk’s office at city hall, located at 3000 Guildford Way, or by e-mailing clerks@coquitlam.ca. Applicants will be required to submit an application form accompanied by a one page cover letter with a resumé highlighting occupation, history of community involvement, other relevant history, technical or special expertise and reasons for seeking appointment. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on Friday, March 18.

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GIVING BACK: Tzu Chi Canada members chop vegetables to make soup for distribution at Como Lake United Church. About 100 local members of the Buddhist charitable organization, which has branches throughout the world, recently wrapped up their ninth annual distribution of winter relief goods. They handed out packs containing shampoo, body wash, vaseline, a toothbrush, toothpaste, boxed tissues and socks to about 600 people.

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From Left to right: Belle Puri, Chair and Adrienne Bakker, CEO and President of Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation.

From left to right: Mr. Ted Carlson, President, Mainland Sand and Gravel Ltd., presenting sponsor and Janis Carlson.

Dr. Rardi van Heest, Trauma Surgeon, RCH surrounded by the Burnaby Firefighters Charitable Society, title sponsor of SHINE.

onors, physicians, corporate executives and community leaders shared the spotlight on Thursday night when Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH) Foundation hosted its SHINE Gala at the newly redeveloped CBC Broadcast Centre. In one evening, 400 guests helped raise more than $200,000 for RCH to expand specialized care for heart disease and stroke patients.

From left to right: Karen and Tim Delesalle sparkle at RCH’s fundraiser.

From left to right: Franco Pastro, Vice-President, Winvan Paving Ltd. presenting sponsor and Dino Pastro.

Wade Winkler, McQuarrie Hunter LLP and Jennifer Muir of RBC, Co-Chairs of SHINE Gala Committee.

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•Protect your computer. Always have the most recent updates installed for spam filters, anti-virus and antispyware software and a secure firewall. • Protect your personal information. Take time to read the privacy policy and understand what personal information is being requested and how it will be used. • Trust your gut. Offers on websites and in unsolicited e-mails can often sound too good to be true. Always go with your instincts and don’t be afraid to pass up a “deal.” • Confirm your online purchase is secure. Always look in the address box for the “s” in https:// and in the lower-right corner for the “lock” symbol before paying. • Pay with a credit card. It’s best to use a credit card because you can dispute the charges if you don’t receive the item or if there are unauthorized charges. • Keep documentation of your order. After completing the online order process, there may be a final confirmation page or you might receive confirmation by e-mail — save a copy as a record of the purchase.

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Garage Sale April 16, 2011 Promote Community Recycling! Coinciding with Earth Day, the City will promote registered garage sales in Coquitlam at no cost to participants! This includes a list of registered garage sale locations with specific items that are available. Participants must register their garage sale between March 1 and March 31, 2011, to be included in the City Wide Garage Sale. Pick up a registration form at Coquitlam City Hall or register online at www.coquitlam.ca. Watch for more information on the City Wide Garage Sale in your local newspaper and at www.coquitlam.ca If you don’t sell all your items, consider donating them or if you receive the City’s Garbage Collection Service, you can have them collected in the Large Item Pick Up program (4 items max. per year). Call 604-529-4011 to set up an appointment for pick-up with Smithrite.

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Adanacs add another face from the past

A veteran presence was always part of the plan for the 2011 Coquitlam Adanacs. The Western Lacrosse Association club tabbed Bob Salt as its head coach last month, and this week added another dollop with the hiring of Randy Delmonico as an assistant coach, joining longtime Adanac coach Dennis Quigley. In a 30-year coaching career that began at the age of 13, Delmonico said he’s evolved with the times and the changing styles of the game. But when it all comes down to it, coaching (and playing) all revolve around two factors. Winning and having fun. “We’re looking for a Mann Cup, as simple as that,” Delmonico said. “I’ve know Bob for a long time — he coached me in soccer in the late 1960s and he coached me (with the senior Adanacs) in 1980.” Along with Quigley, the club has amassed about 75 years of coaching expertise behind the bench, an element that should pay dividends during a whirlwind season. “Randy’s a good guy, a guy who’ll be a good fit with Bob,” general manager Les Wingrove said. “We obviously have a lot of experience on our staff, the most experience by a country mile. “Some may say that is a detriment but I’m of the belief that you need experience to win, and all these guys have their rings.” Delmonico was the head coach of the rival Langley Thunder until November, when he stepped down after a 6-12 season. In his first year behind the Thunder bench, he guided the Langley franchise to its first playoff berth and a 10-7-1 record, earning the WLA’s Dorothy Robertson Coach of the Year award. He also piloted the Coquitlam junior Adanacs to a Minto Cup appearance in 1992. Returning to Poirier Street was a nice fit for the Burnaby fire captain. “It should be a lot of fun, and that’s important,” Delmonico said. “No one is getting paid, so if it isn’t fun, then you can’t win.” Coquitlam, which will kick off the 2011 season on May 20 in Burnaby, also announced a minor swap. The club dealt defender Trevor Gains to Nanaimo for lefthanded transition player Russell Thomas. Thomas scored three goals last year in 16 games while playing a limited role. He was a high-scoring midfielder at Simon Fraser University prior to that.

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Fox falls to WJ Mouat in Valley final Dan Olson sports@thenownews.com The Terry Fox Ravens won the battle of the North, but couldn’t carry it over against the W.J. Mouat Hawks. The Hawks clipped the Ravens’ wings in the Fraser Valley AAA senior boys basketball championship final 79-57, led by an MVP outing from Germinder Kang and his 21-point, 11-rebound performance at Thomas Haney Secondary on Saturday. Mouat, which entered the playoffs unranked, jumped out to a 17-9 lead after 10 minutes, before Fox began to click. The No. 5-rated Ravens, playing without power forward Matt Trimble, closed the gap over a tumultuous second quarter and trailed by a point after the team rang off three straight treys — with Grade 11 forward Jesse Crookes nailing back-to-back bombs from opposite corners. Up by five at the half, the Hawks widened the gap in the third quarter and launched into the final frame with six straight buckets that doused water on Fox’s comeback hopes. “I think what it comes down to is that I had a bad game plan for them, and I just didn’t make the necessary adjustments when I should have,” Fox head coach Rich Chambers said. “What we wanted to do was main three things — not allow them to transition, don’t give away the ball, and have some control over No. 22 (Kang) and No. 15 (Jesse Coy, who scored 22 points). We didn’t do a very good job with any of those.” Grade 10 forward Trevor Casey led the Ravens with 16 points, while Scott Hind chipped in with 11 points. Fox had advanced to the final with a thrilling come-from-behind 71-69 victory over the archrival Heritage Woods Kodiaks on Friday. The Kodiaks, meanwhile, bounced back from that disheartening semifinal loss to Fox to shock Walnut Grove 68-66 with a buzzer-beater by Taylor Heinrichs. Inbounding the ball with :01.3 seconds left on the clock and the score tied, Mitchell Ligertwood’s pass found Heinrichs beside the hoop. After one missed shot, the six-foot-seven forward sank the game winner. “It was just what we wanted, but it was extremely close,” Heritage coach Chris Martin said. “When you’re coming into these types of situations you have to practice them, and we’ve practised that in-bound play.” The North league regular season champions overcame a 19-8 deficit to earn the Valley No. 3 slot to next week’s provincials. Topping all Kodiak shooters was Mitchell Ligertwood with 18 points. That they were able to shake off the hard-to-stomach semifinal setback says

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UP WHERE WE BELONG: W.J. Mouat forward Gurminder Kang, left, beats Terry Fox Raven’s Alex Nesterenko to the hoop during Saturday’s Fraser Valley final. a lot about his players, Martin added. “You always worry about the guys after a heartbreaking loss like that,” he noted. “We deserved to win that game (against Fox) but it didn’t go our way.” In the battle for fifth and sixth place, Pitt Meadows topped the Gleneagle Talons 56-36, thanks to a dominating 21-4 run in the third quarter. Alex Klocek led the Talons with 11 points.

Gleneagle had earned their B.C. berth by clipping Yale 66-53 on Thursday. They followed that with a 61-46 victory over Tamanawis, powered by Zach Usherwood’s 21 points. Earning all-star honours were Heinrichs and Hind as first team all-stars, and second team players Ligertwood, Sclater and Usherwood. The action now heads to Langley’s

Events Centre for next week’s provincial AAA championships. Gleneagle, making its second trip to the B.C.s, plays Prince George on March 15, 12:45 p.m. on the first day. The Kodiaks, who are also making just their second B.C. tourney stop, kick off Day 2 against Argyle, 8:30 a.m., while No. 5-ranked Terry Fox lines up with No. 6 Sir Charles Tupper at 3 p.m.

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Styba rink rings gold at BCs

Cool ice, hot rocks. The Mitchell Styba rink set a blazing path to the B.C. Juvenile men’s provincial curling playdown title on the weekend. The Coquitlam Curling Club squad, which includes third Justin Medwid, second Dylan Heimburger and lead Zachary Umbach, marched past the competition undefeated to take the B.C. crown. Styba, the skip, kept his composure after the Juan de Fuca rink took a 3-0 lead after three ends. The Coquitlam team then stormed back and scored three points in the fourth end to tie it. They maintained that

momentum to a 7-5 victory. In the semifinal against Kelowna, they entered the final end trailing by one but holding the hammer. Medwid delivered in the pressure situation, as his last rock rolled in-off for a single point to force an extra end, where the Coquitlam crew prevailed. In their previous games, the Styba team outscored its opposition 29-2 to advance to the playoff round. The squad will now represent B.C. at the Optimist International under-18 curling championships March 31 to April 3 in Toronto. The competition will pit eight

provincial teams, three U.S. squads, and one team from Japan against one another. In juvenile ladies curling, the Coquitlam quartet of skipper Gabby Plonka, third Dezaray Hawes, second Caitlin Campbell and lead Briana Egan put up a valiant battle before settling for fourth place. Undefeated entering the semifinals, the Plonka squad lost on a close shot in the eighth end. In the competition for bronze, they erased a threepoint deficit to take the lead in the eighth. The Vernon rink tied it and took it in the ninth.

Pilots take advantage of tired Panthers

It may have cost them one of their nine lives, but the Port Moody Black Panthers are grateful to be playing hockey still as spring approaches. By topping the Ridge Meadows Flames 2-1 on Friday, the Panthers completed a comeback from a 3-1 series deficit to advance to the semifinals. It led the Pacific International junior B Hockey League club into the next round Saturday against Abbotsford Pilots, falling 5-1. Fatigue may have been a factor. Port Moody managed just 15 shots over the first 40 minutes and trailed 3-0. While Brandon Millin got the club on the scoreboard early in the third, the Pilots restored their three-goal edge on the powerplay. The netminding tandem of Nicholas Taylor and Pierre Voyer combined to make 38 stops Paul vanPeenen/NOW

PUTTING THE BROOMS TO GOOD USE: Coquitlam’s Styba rink, which features third Justin Medwid, above left, and lead Zach Umbach, swept its way to the B.C. Juvenile Boys curling title on the weekend.

in a game where the visiting Black Panthers were awarded just one powerplay opportunity to Abbotsford’s nine. During the regular season, the Pilots, who finished atop the Harold Brittain Conference, won four of six meetings with Port Moody. Game 2 was played yesterday (past The NOW’s deadline), with Game 3 going tonight, 7:30 p.m. at the Port Moody Arena. The series continues Friday in Abbotsford. If necessary, Game 5 goes Saturday in Abbotsford and Game 6 is slated for next Monday in Port Moody. The Panthers’ Rino Minni netted the gamewinner in Game 7 with Ridge Meadows. After the Flames pounced out for a 1-0 lead, Ryan Panichelli tied it midway through the first. Port Moody applied plenty of pressure in the second frame, firing 17 shots at the Ridge net.

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Father-son team to launch outdoor hoops loop

It’s all about the hoop dreams. A desire to get his son playing outdoor basketball in a friendly setting led Doug Lumley to create the Real Outdoor Basketball League nearly 12 years ago in Montreal. That league, which is still running under the West Island Outdoor League, was such a success that the two are teaming up to duplicate it on the west coast — starting here in the Tri-Cities. “Basketball is a different game outside, it’s really fun and accessible,” Lumley said. When he first got the idea, son Michael was just 10 years old and looking for likeminded players to pursue this summer passion during the humid Montreal summers. “At that time we were the only game in town, and when

we left Montreal in 1999 there were 200 kids in the league, from seven to 19.” He envisions a multidivision circuit here, with novice aged seven-to-nine year olds at one level, followed by 10 and 11 in another. The age groups will be co-ed, unless there are enough girls to create a new division. Although the area is well served by the fall-winterspring indoor Tri-City Youth Basketball League, Lumley believes the two can supplement each other. Many school-age kids are eager to find a sport they can play outdoors, he noted. “I’ve got delusions of grandeur,” he added. “I want to see this grow everywhere.” The initial plan is to start up in July with a season that will end in November. Key hurdles include receiv-

ing the OK from school and municipal managers to put the leagues on their courts, and attracting the referees and coaches necessary. School District 43 manager of communications and corporate services Cheryl Quinton said in an e-mail that the district has been approached by the group about access, but that the district’s basketball courts are considered public facilities after school hours. She said the district was open to further discussions with them. Lumley is confident that the kids will come to play a game invented by Canadian Dr. James Naismith in 1891. “By getting more and more kids playing, we can take the game back.” For more info, check out their website at www.nationaloutdoorbasketball.com

Six volunteers to be honoured as sport heroes

Sport BC is honouring six sports leaders from Coquitlam next week as part of its Community Sport Hero Awards. The public ceremony on March 15 is part of a province-wide celebration of long-time community sport volunteers. The award, presented by Encana, pays tribute to the people who help develop and encourage sports in the community. The six recipients are: Bryan Gee, volleyball; Jim Lacroix, Special Olympics; Teena and Steve Frost, basketball; Garry Hornsberger, archery;

Sue Williems, skating; and Donald Hutchinson, Action Schools! BC. “The Community Sport Hero Awards are a celebration of volunteers who have contributed eight or more years to sport,” said Tim Gayda, president and CEO of Sport BC. “Sport is crucial to the development of strong, healthy communities, and community volunteers, like the six schedule to be honoured, are essential to that success.” The ceremony is slated for 6 p.m. at the Executive Plaza Hotel on North Road.

In Canada there are Quality Dealers which is a status bestowed by Honda Canada for consumer satisfaction ratings and exceeding operating criteria. The Honda Canada Total Quality Dealer Award is given to Canadian dealerships who have met or exceeded objectives set by the manufacturer. These criteria are in essence set by the dealerships customers with direct feed back to Honda Canada. This in turn helps determine which retailers are granted the “Q Dealer” status. Westwood Honda, in Port Moody, has recently been awarded the Q Dealer Status. “It has been an amazing start to 2011 for our team. Receiving the Quality Dealer award from Honda Canada is ultimate achievement for any Honda Dealer, being named the Best Auto Dealer in the Tri-Cities by the readers of The Now Newspaper is the icing on the cake. Both these awards are driven by our customers and their experiences in our dealership, “says general manager of Westwood Honda, Colin Case. With an incredible 97% of customers that purchased new vehicles in 2010, stating they would recommend Westwood Honda to their family and friends, it’s easy to see why Westwood Honda has been granted “Q Dealer” status.

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Optician Training *6-month course starts April 4th, 2011

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Education

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Education

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Childcare Available

BABYSITTER & DRIVING SERVICES. ECE Assistant, Class 4 D.L., responsible, mature, exp’d & excel refs. 604-357-3381, email: guiomarp@hotmail.com WESTWOOD PLAT, Exp Childcare by loving mom, Age 0 & up, Refs avail. Anita 604-505-6973

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Education

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Furniture

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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Garage Sale

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Lumber/Building Supplies

INVENTORY CLEARANCE! New Quality Prefab Home Packages 50% OFF! 1030sf, Sacrifice only $13,975!! Originally $27,950 (other sizes) Factory Direct! Hundreds shipped! Spring/ Summer delivery. 1-800-871-7089

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STEEL BUILDING SALE... SPECIALS from $4 to $11/sq.ft. Great pricing on ABSOLUTELY every model, width & length. Example: 30x40x14 NOW $7995.00. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers 1-800-668-5422

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Like puzzles? Then you'll love Sudoku. This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your Sudoku savvy to the test!

PETS & LIVESTOCK

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Cats

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

SHORKY ( Yorkie x Shih Tzu ) 4 mo female, vaccinated, sweet & affectionate. $500, 604-794-3287

Dogs ST. BERNESE PUPPIES $700 Ready March 29th 2011 Wonderful pups and very healthy! Vary in colours. Maple Ridge Pics @www.stbernese.webs.com 604-615-1759

Here's How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a Sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must ﬁll each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can ﬁgure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

FILA MASTIFF PUREBRED PUP without papers – RARE BREED Fawn Male, Born Dec 21, 1st Shot, will be big boy $1200 604-626-5888 FILA/MASTIFF GUARD DOGS owners best friend. Intruders worst nightmare. all shots, $2000 each. ready now! 604-817-5957

LAB PUPPIES yellow & black, males & females, view reg’d parents $450. Ph 604-701-1587

ACROSS

1. Has more guipure 7. Tiny round mark 10. Went before 12. Radioactivity units 13. A complex 14. Impressario Sol 15. 18th Hebrew letter (var.) 16. Used as a culture medium 17. 21st Greek letter 18. Canadian ﬂyers

DOWN

Notes

1. Queen of Sparta 2. Sour 3. Center for Energy Policy & Economics 4. Actress Lupino 5. Snakelike ﬁsh 6. Rural delivery 7. Elastance unit 8. Aroma 9. Expression of disappointment 10. Plant used for food or seasoning 11. Remainders 12. Stomach lining folds 14. Dander 17. Beginning military rank

19. Government agents 21. Supplement with difﬁculty 22. Holy war warrior 27. Thallium 28. Graduation sermon 33. A public promotion 34. Visual perception of a region 36. Fiddler crabs 37. 87571 NM 38. Obeahs

39. Former coin in Austria (abbr.) 40. Yucatan Indian 41. Shinto temple gateway 44. Chances 45. Make believe 47. SW English spa city 48. Trained horse maneuvers 49. Goddess of the dawn 50. Nasal divider

18. Reminiscent fashion 20. Salem MA college 23. Shittah trees 24. Mamas partners 25. Chicago railway 26. Quick light knock 29. Ancient Sumerian city 30. Exactly suitable 31. Playful harassment 32. Ruin environment 35. Thyrotropin 36. Extinct Caucasian language 38. Hop kilns 40. Hmong 41. Examination 42. Southern Honshu city 43. Enlarge hole

44. Relative biological effectiveness (abbr.) 45. Pakistani rupee 46. Sales ___ 48. Buttons & Bows singer’s intitials

PAPILLONS, 2 male pups, CKC reg’d, CH parents, microchipped, 2nd shots, non-breeding pets only, $1100.00 call 604-805-3457 SHELTIE PUPS, Reg’d, shots, tatoo, fam raised. Ready for spring break $800. 604-526-9943

SHIH-TZU 1 female & 1 male, 1st shots, dew claws removed, multicoloured, vet ✔, DOB: Jan 14. 604-306-6459 or 604-518-4763

Income Tax Preparation &

Small Business Accounting Year Round bookkeeping for small business and realtors. Payroll, HST & Income Taxes. Fast. Reliable. Reasonable. Call Lenke • 604-537-8330

Financial Services

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YORKIE & Havanese X Toy size, 604-590-3727, 604-514-3474 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

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Livestock/ Poultry

LAYING BROWN HENS. Started Pullets. Tame. Lay well. $9.50ea. Cloverdale. ★ 604 541-0007

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Pet Services

Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds. www. abetterlifedogrescue.com GOLDEN RETRIEVER adult male 3.5 yrs, beautiful temperament, needs gd home $350. 604-701-1587

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

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

Business Opps/ Franchises

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ENVIRO MASTERS Lawn Care Franchise Opportunity! Home Based, PT/FT Repeat Business. Enviro Proven System. Protected Territory. Training & Support. Enjoy the great outdoors! CALL 905-584-9592, enviromasters.com

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Business Opps/ Franchises

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LEGAL 5505

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

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Legal/Public Notices

DIAL-A-LAW OFFERS general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.565.5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available).

LAWYER REFERRAL Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM).

NO. M101673 VANCOUVER REGISTRY IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BRITISH COLUMBIA BETWEEN: EDNA RAE SMITH PLAINTIFF AND: ANDRE MERCURE and SHAWN RICHARD SAVOR DEFENDANTS Form 10 (Rule 4-4 (3) ) ADVERTISEMENT To: The Defendant, Andre Mercure TAKE NOTICE THAT on 25 February 2011 an order was made for service on you of a Writ of Summons and Statement of Claim issued from the Vancouver Registry of the Supreme Court of British Columbia in proceeding number M101673 by way of this advertisement. In the proceeding, the Plaintiff claims the follow relief against you: general damages, special damages, interest pursuant to the Court Order Interest Act, costs, and such further and other relief as to this Honourable Court may seem meet. You must file a responding pleading within the period required under the Supreme Court Civil Rules failing which further proceedings, including judgment, may be taken against you without notice to you. You may obtain, from the Vancouver Registry, 800 Smithe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2E1, a copy of the Writ of Summons and Statement of Claim and the order providing for service by this advertisement. This advertisement is placed by the Plaintiff whose address for service is 2020 - 650 West Georgia Street, Vancouver BC V6B 4N7, fax number (604) 683-5084.

NOW CLASSIFIEDS 604-444-3000

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REAL ESTATE RENTALS

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. Turnkey. $1,549,000. 1-877-762-7831 ClassAct@shaw.ca

6008

Condos/ Townhouses

6008-06

Chilliwack

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Houses - Sale

6020-01

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6020-22

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New Westminster

BY OWNER Queensboro 6 BR or 7 BR hse, big lot, possibility 2 lots, all renos, $499,000. 604-515-7875 or 778-829-7675

6020-34 Sell your home, only $99. 604-574-5243 Chilliwack Like New, 3 yr old 816sf 1br+den condo nr mall $184,900 997-0603 id5329 Delta Price Reduced studio condo, 19+ complex, pool, park, $99,900 597-8361 id4714 Langley nr seniors centre 1240sf 2br 2ba condo 55+ bldg $239,900 534-3435 id5297 Langley Resort Living updated 1400sf 2br, 2ba gated tnhse $459K 882-3760 id5324 New Westminster Price Reduced, 555sf 1br condo, view, $164,900 525-8577 id5081 Sry Sullivan Mews fground 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 Royal Hts river & Mtn view 3900sf 8br 6ba on 5500sf lot $759,900 537-5952 id5290 Sry Clayton 2yr old beauty 3000sf 6br 3.5ba w/2br bsmt suite $610K 612-9594 id5312 Sry Open House Sat/Sun 2-4 12173-59 ave, immaculate owner built 3139sf 5br 3.5ba w/bsmt suite $689K 590-0981 id5335 Vanc Mt Pleasant reno’d w/addition, potential for lg family, $1,079,000 732-0568 id5326

Surrey

SURREY, 6 BR Duplex, 3 BR ste up, 3 BR ste down, sep entry, 9 appls, on bus route, Near schls. $400,000. Call 778-896-0242

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Out Of Town Property

BIG BEAUTIFUL AZ LAND $99/mo. $0 down, $0 interest, Golf Course, Nat’l Parks. 1 hour from Tucson Int’l Airport Guaranteed Financing, No Credit Checks. Pre-recorded msg. (800) 631-8164 code 4057 www.sunsiteslandrush.com OWN 20 ACRES Only $129/mo. ..$295/down near El Paso, Texas (safest city in America!) Money Back Guarantee, No Credit Checks, Owner Financing, Free map/pictures 1-800-343-9444 www.20acreranches.com REGISTER NOW Saskatoon 55Plus Active Adult Large Ground Level Townhomes www.diamondplace.ca

RENTALS

6505

Apartments & Condos

1 BR avail now on Princess Cres! Includes gas, hot water, 5 appl, 1 prkg and storage for $1000/mth. N/S or pets, call 604-788-9345. PET FRIENDLY 1BR+Den 800 Sqf luxury condo for $1100+ util. March 16th or April 1st. Large balcony, free pool and gym, parking. 604-700-5110 Maria

6508

Apt/Condos

1117 Ridgeway Ave. large 1 Brs @ $780, incl heat hot water, cat ok, ns, avail now, Raymar Realty. 604-782-5941

AMBER ROCHESTOR

6508

office: 604- 936-3907

AMBER (W)

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

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

NEW WEST 310 - 8 St. Close to skytrain & bus. Lrg 1BR, w/lrg patio. $795 incls heat & storage locker. Cat OK with pet dep. Refs req’d. Call Res Mgr 604-395-5303 NEW WEST Cozy Studio, nr all amens, n/s, n/p, $570. Avail Now. 604-783-6003

NEW WEST. RENO’ed Bach/1 BR/2 BR. New Kitchen/Bathroom, Carpet, Appliances. From $650/$795/$1050. 604-724-8353

NEW WEST

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

Call 604-518-5040

BBY METROTOWN 2 BR, 2 bth, nr skytrain, 6 appls, w/d, Apr 1, Pets ok, $1500. 604-715-9400 BBY S. 1BR. $715 - $745, ug prkg, hw, WiFi, Metrotown, storage cat ok no dogs 604-818-1129 COQ • Austin Heights Clean Apts to rent. Sorry no pets. 604-936-5755

Coquitlam

1178 Heffley Crescent

555 Cottonwood Ave, Coq

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

office: 604- 936-1225

JUNIPER COURT 415 Westview St, Coq

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

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

1300 King Albert, Coq

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

ROYAL CRESCENT ESTATES

22588 Royal Crescent Ave, Maple Ridge

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

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

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

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

604 420-5636

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

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

GARDEN VILLA

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

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Homestay

COQ WW Plateau, Lrg Furnished BR with own f/bathrm, mini fridge, TV, 3 meals, transport to school, $1000/mo. NS/NP. 604-970-2888

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Houses - Rent

CALL 604 715-7764 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

320-9th St, New West

CALL 604 715-7764

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

65 FIRST STREET

2 BR, 3 appliances, N/S, pet possible. Mar 1, $1100. Lease and excellent refs a must.

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

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

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

New Westminster

KING ALBERT COURT

view this & other properties @ www.acdrealty.com

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

Contact Alex 604-999-9978

Bayside Property Services Ltd.

VILLA MARGARETA

CALYPSO COURT

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.

COTTONWOOD PLAZA

As new 1 & den, west facing condo, 5 appls, exercise fac. Lease & exc ref a must. $1050.

Al Dodimead ACD Realty (604) 521-0311

Call 604-521-2884

or Bayside Property Services Office: 604-432-7774

www.montecitotowers.com

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

NEW WESTMINSTER, One Bedroom, $730/mo Includes heat, h/w, cable & parking. New carpets. Near Skytrain. Great view! Avail Now! Cats okay! Deposit required.

BONSOR APTS

MONTECITO TOWERS SALISBURY PLACE 7272 Salisbury Ave Bby Highgate 1 BR incl heat & hot water. N/S & N/P. $907/mo. 604-524-4720

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

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

Apt/Condos

545 Rochester Ave, Coq

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

Large bright 1 BRS from $765. Newly reno’d Incl heat, hot water & dw. 1016 Howie Ave. nr Austin Raymar Realty. 778-828-6345

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

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BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

SKYLINE TOWERS

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

CALL 604 525-2122 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

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Houses - Rent

SPACIOUS 3 bedroom upper floor, with separate entry, carport and storage. Great fenced backyard with BBQ area.In suite laundry, fireplace in the living room, 2 bathrooms.Daycare,elementary and high school near by, close to shopping area, coffee shops and banks. Contact Michael at 778-995-5260 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN No Qualification Required

ABBOTSFORD HOUSE- 3262 Clearbrook Road, 3 bedrooms with 2 bedroom legal suite. Only $1,598/m. Low Down. Flexible Terms. (604) 626-9647 www.wesellhomesbc.com

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, lrg fenced yard...$1,288/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

6450

Miscellaneous Rentals

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

6565

Office/Retail Rent

POCO, BROADWAY/COMMERCIAL Area, 800 sq ft, mezzanine, suitable for small bus/music/art studio, own entry. 604-942-2446

6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-20

Coq./Poco/ Port Moody

POCO, Own BR, $425 incls utils, W/D, share home. NS/NP. Avail Now. Nr Coq Ctr. 604-475-0262

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM bsmt $600 incl basic cable/heat. No lndry, no smoking and no pets. Avail Apr 1. pls call 778-388-7936 or 604-517-0340. ref required 2 BEDROOM basement suite for rent, Self Contain, $850 including hydro and heat. Pls. call 604-435-3317. Available now 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 BBY BRENTWOOD 2 BR mn flr, bright & clean, w/d, $900 + 1/3 utils, ns/np, Now. 778-223-2454

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

BBY, Cariboo Hts. Bright, spac 2 BR bsmt. 1,700 sf. $1000/mo + util. Radiant heat, new appl., priv laundry. Nr schools & bus. Now. 604-521-1008 or 604-789-6318

BBY, Deer Lake. 3 BR, upper. $1250 + 2⁄3 util. 1 BR + den, g/l, $680 incl hydro. Sh’d w/d. Ns/np. Quiet, greenbelt area. Big yard. March 15 or Apr 1. 604-836-2710

BBY, EAST. New, spacious 1 BR, f/bath. 800 sf. Near Douglas College, Skytrain, bus & park. Ns/ np. $750/mo incl hydro, cable & internet. Avail now. 778-316-2205 BBY METROTOWN, Quiet 2 BR bsmt, w/d, $750 + 2/3 utils, n/p, n/s, Avail Mar 15. 604-430-8144 BBY NORTH near SFU, Upper 3 BR Duplex, 2 bath, 5 appls, f/p. NS/NP. $1375+ utls. Avail Apr 1. 604-420-3269 or 604-760-7043 BBY S. Lrg 1 BR gr lev, priv entry, inste W/D, quiet, $825 incls utls. NS/NP. Suits adults. Refs req’d. Burnfield Cres. 604-526-7335 COQ 1 BR g/lvl, nr Miller Park, $750 inc util, suits sngle, w/d, Mar 15. no dogs. Ref. 604-936-2206 COQ 2 BR bsmt, lrg kit, w/d, small cov patio, newly painted, n/s, $825 + 1/3 utils, 604-525-9266

COQ 3121 Pattulo. 2 BR bsmt, f/bath, own w/d, all appl. $995 incl util. 2 min to Coq Centre. Great location! Immed. 778-688-2594 COQ CAPE Horn. Studio grnd lev ste, sh’d W/D, $490incls cbl. NS/ NP. Refs. Av now. 604-837-9836

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

COQ./SCHOOLHOUSE, 1 BR + den, lrg, reno’d, excel view, grnd lev, priv ent & w/d, full bath, N/s, N/p, Nr bus, $925/mo incls utils. avail Apr 1. Call 604-700-5805

MAPLE RIDGE, near 207th St. 3 BR, upper. F/p, sh’d w/d. Ns/np. $1200/mo + 2⁄3 util. 604-836-6205 N. WEST, Queensborough, 3 BR, main flr, 1 bath, $1100/mo + utils, available immed, own parking. 604-722-5550 or 604-671-8389 NEW WEST McBride, Clean quiet 2 BR Upper, W/D, prkg. NS/Sm pet ok. $1000/mo. 604-544-5852 NEW WEST Queens Park, bright 1 BR ste, own W/D, priv entry, small yard. Suits 1. $750 incls utl. Av April 1. NS/NP. 604-525-3130

POCO NEW Upper lrg 2 BR. $1150 incls utils, W/D, W/D, rad heat, f/bath, alarm. NS/NP. 604-468-2940 or 604-970-7672

6605

Townhouses Rent

COQUITLAM 2 BR townhouse , quiet family complex, no pets. $920. Call 604-942-2277. PITT MEADOWS 3 BR T/H, quiet family complex, Rent geared to income, n/p, 604-465-4851 POCO 2 BR T/H $765, $785 & $830/mo. Quiet-family complex, No Pets! Avail Now. Call 604-464-0034

COQ, Huge 2 BR g/l ste, new paint & open kit, lam flrs, back yd, $1000 + 1/3 utils, 778-896-6114

RIVERS INLET Townhouses

COQ Near SFU/ Lougheed Mall, skytrain. 2 BR bsmt ste, D/W, own W/D, $1115 incls utls, cabl, net. Av April 1. NS/NP. 604-505-5876

(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.

COQ, Westwood Plateau. 2 BR + den. 1,500 sf. Priv w/d, alarm. Waterfall in greenbelt b/yard. $995 + util. Apr 1st. 604-761-5703

Call 604-942-2012

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

COQ WW Plateau, Deluxe, 1600+sf, 3 BR gr lev ste, 2 f/baths, sauna, all appls, granite foyier, hrdwd flrs, storage, alarm. $1500 incls utls. N/S. Pet negot. Avail May 1. ★ 604-970-2888

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

Time to Get Your Own Place? Find your answer in the Classifieds – in print and online!

COQ, Lough Mall. 3 BR, upper flr. Veggie garden, big yard. Ns/np. 1.5 baths, big sundeck, 6 appl. $1,450/mo + 2⁄3 util. 604-939-6077

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.

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M RIDGE Kanaka Creek newer 5 BR home, 2 car garage, 5 appls, nr amens/school. N/S. $2000. 604-838-4661, 604-817-3330 POCO 3 BR mn flr, kitchen, dining & liv rm, small fam rm, all appls. $1450, Immed. 604-329-9600

FOR RENT

1-BEDROOM AP T. Move in tomorrow. Affo rdable monthly rent.

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

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7010

Personals

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

Angel Massage 604-294-8038

402-3701 Hastings St., Burnaby

Carman & Fox friends

604.669.9475

The Fox Den at Metrotown out-call Escorts Vancouver

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Alarm/Security

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Cleaning

★★★★A GIFT OF TIME ★★★★ European cleaning at it’s best.Lic/ Ins. Free Window Cleaning, Call 778-840-2421 HOME CLEAN Reasonable Rates. Insured. Call Igor • 604-476-1197 PROFESSIONAL CLEANING Lady available. Good Rates & Refs. Free Est. 604-992-3444

8060

Concrete

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

8073

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

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

8125

Drainage

Drywall

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

8080

J.C. BROWN ELECTRIC

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL 30 year Exp.

Large & Small Job Specialist Expert Trouble Shooter Bonded, WCB, BBB 24/7 Low Rates

Handyperson

ABACUS ELECTRIC.ca Lic Elect Contr 97222. 40 years exp. 1 stop! Reas. rates! BBB. 778-988-9493.

❏ 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

Park’s Landscaping

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

604-518-3571

LAWN MAINTENANCE 20 yrs exp. power rake, aerating. Free est. Reliable Reas. 604-649-9965

* MUSHROOM MANURE *

8155

• Drainage • Retaining Walls • Fences • Hydroseeding Call: 604-808-9017 www.ariesbobcat.com

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

Moving & Storage

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

8185

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

AFFORDABLE MOVING

8160

Lawn & Garden

Spring Services

• Lawn Maintenance • Fertilizing • Yard Clean-ups • Aeration • Pruning/Hedges • Power Raking • Rubbish Removal • Odd jobs •Yearly Maintenance Programs •

310-JIMS (5467) BOOK A JOB AT

www.jimsmowing.ca

Insured/WCB

COQUITLAM

LANDCAPING LTD.

SAM’S Gardening SERVICE Lawn & Garden Care, Hedge Trims, Clean-up. 604-603-2341

ARIES BOBCAT & LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION

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

DANN DECORATING

P/U or delivery. Covered storage. (604) 644-1878

Landscaping

CANSTAR PAINTING

778-997-9582

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

1 to 3 Men

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

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

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

* 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

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

Free Est. 604-779-6978

email:

alljobs@telus.net

MONTY J’S MOVING Ask us about our

Winter Specials!

www.MontyJsMoving.com

Call 604-710-5253

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

Complete Bathroom Reno’s Suites, Kitchens,Tiling, Skylights, Windows, Doors, 604 521-1567 JKB CONSTRUCTION LTD. COMPLETE RENOVATIONS

604-728-3009 jkbconstruction.com

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

RENOVATIONS, COMMERCIAL & residential, lam/wood flooring/ tiling, finishing carpentry, dywall, counter tops. Qual work, ins, fast, reliable. Free est. 778-893-7277

25% Off with this ad

Call 604-518-0974

CONFIDENT PAINTING LTD Int/Ext Specialist 20 yr exp. Reas rates, quality. Licensed, Ins, WCB Jean-Guy 604-626-1975

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

8250

Roofing

Good Day Painting Fully Insured, Quality Work, Res/Comm, No Payment till Job is Completed! Call Thomas 604 377-1338

JJ Rooﬁng

MILANO Painting 604-551-6510 Int/Ext. Good Prices. Free Est. Written Guar. Prof & Insured.

We cover the H.S.T.

Paving/Seal Coating

8205

ALLEN Asphalt, concrete, brick, drains, foundations, walls, membranes 604-618-2304/ 820-2187

8220

Plumbing

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

• Repairs • Reroof • New Roof

AUTOMOTIVE

9105

Auto Miscellaneous

$0 DOWN & we make your 1st payment at auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599. www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. INSTANT AUTO CREDIT Buying a used car is hard enough without having to worry about financing! Get APPROVED for your car loan in minutes: www.NanaimoCars.com MISSED THE LAST Economic Boom? Be ready for the next one. Pre-employment Welder and Millwright programs at GPRC. 16 weeks and you’ll write the 1st year apprenticeship exam. On campus residences. Fall studies 1-888-999-7882 gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

WANT TO BE A Mechanic? Can’t get your foot in the door? General Mechanic program - GPRC Fairview Campus. Hands-on training in Heavy Duty and Automotive Technician. Write apprenticeship exams. Oncampus housing. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview

9130

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

1-888-999-7882; gprc.ab.ca/fairview

9145

Scrap Car Removal

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

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

604 628 9044

604-716-8528

604-761-7175

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

604-728-1965 John 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

THE SCRAPPER SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC 2H

9160

Sports & Imports

2004 VW Jetta 2.0 $8200, 160000km, Lady driven, air care, auto, leather, 604-574-7856

2005 KIA RIO $4750 4dr 5 spd, new clutch, timing belt, recond mtr, grt cond 604-795-5508 before 8pm

9173

Vans

2008 HONDA Odyssey EX, 7 pass, loaded, 25K, $21,750 firm D9921 toll free 1-877-855-6522

9515

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

★ FREE TOWING ★ up to $500 CASH Today!

2006 HONDA Accord, $14,500. 2002 VW Jetta diesel, $8,500. 604-593-2163 or 604-726-2169

604-726-6345

Over 15 yrs experience All types of Rooﬁng Reasonable Rates WCB Insured

Scrap Car Removal

LEARN SMALL Engine Repair. Hands-on training on ATV’s, Snowmobiles, personal watercraft. Excellent Instructors and training aids. On-campus residences. Write apprenticeship exams. GPRC Fairview Campus.

SENIORS DISCOUNT WCB & Fully Insured

NEW CANADIAN ROOFING LTD.

9145

Boats

WANTED. Aluminum Boat, 10, 12 or 14ft, with or without motor or trailer. 604-319-5720

9522

RV’s/Trailers

#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

2007 SILVERBACK by Forest River, 30ft 5th Wheel, 2 slides, spotless, $27,000. 604-230-2728

PLUMBERS

LOCAL PLUMBER - Licensed, insured,GASFITTING, renos, Repairs. VISA 604-469-8405

Seniors Discount

604-728-3009

www.jkbconstruction.com

A Name You Can Trust

STARBRUSH PAINTING

Licenced & Insured Local & Long Distance

604-537-4140

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

Save Your Dollars Bath * Kitchen * Suites & More RENORITE.COM 604-781-7695

FREE ESTIMATES

Renovations & Home Improvement

604-782-8665

Water Lines (without digging) Sewer Lines (without digging) Install. Drain tiles. 604-294-5300

We accept Visa, Mastercard & Interac

8240

Call Geoff Dann at:

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

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

604-617-1774

# 104787 LIC. ELECTRICIAN For hire. Love small jobs. Great rates. Call 778-822-8710

604-720-2853

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

www.atclandscape.com

8130

604-916-7729 JEFF Electrical

★ Spring Yard Clean Up. ★ Lawn Maint and Gardening. ★ Hedge and Tree Trimming. ★ Fully Insured. BBB Member.

ADAM’S YARD CARE Hedge trimming, pruning trees, yard clean up, etc Adam 778-899-4162

ALL WORK GUARANTEED

J.A. CONSTRUCTION

ATC LANDSCAPE

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

FREE ESTIMATES

8075

Lawn & Garden

PRESSURE WASHING, Gutter Cleaning and Repairs Call George • 778-859-7793

Same Day Service, Fully Insured DRAIN TILES & WATER LINES Without Digging a Trench 604-294-5300

8160

Gutters

PROFESSIONAL HANDYMAN For Homes or Businesses. Call Dave at 778-386-3844

ALARM 8055

Electrical

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

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

8010

HOME SERVICES

8080

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Wednesday, March 9, 2011

“Family Owned & Operated in the Tri-Cities”

FERREIRA HOME IMPROVEMENTS Additions ★ Renovations Concrete Forming ★ Decks Garages ★ Bathrooms Ceramic Tile ★ Drywall Hardwood Flooring ''Satisfaction Guaranteed''

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

JENCO

CONSTRUCTION

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

604-562-5934

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

8255

Sell Your RV or Boat

Rubbish Removal

Abe Moving & Delivery & Rubbish Removal. Available 24 hours. Call Abe at: 604-999-6020 WILL HAUL out garages and bsmts, for little or no $ if saleable items are included. 604-936-8583

8315

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

8335

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Tree Services

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

ONLY

$45.90 +GST

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• 3 lines of text • 4 consecutive issues • add a photo for $10 • extra lines of text $9/line

* this offer is only valid for private party/non-business clients.

Book your ad today!

604-444-3000

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Wednesday, March 9, 2011

BAMBOO PORCELAIN TILES 12” X 24” FLOOR & WALL TILES

$ 49 DURAMAX 4 SHELF STORAGE

PRICED TO CLEAR! TOUGH DUCK APPAREL

Unlined Bib Overalls reg. $54.98

NOW

Jacket

reg. $58.98

NOW

77”W X 24”D X 72”H Heavy duty steel easy to assemble

#030-7880

NOW

40% off

100% #1 STK CEDAR 5x8 Lattice Top

NOW

ALL SNOW SHOVELS

reg. $75.98

6998

6x8 Lattice Top NOW

CLEAROUT!

reg. $85.98

7948

HONEYWELL CERAMIC HEATER

100pc TOOL SET w/CASE

NOW

2999

219

UP TO

CEDAR FENCE PANELS

reg. $39.99 #HZ316N

CLEARANCE

sq.ft.

reg. $39.98 #SW840

2999

KUNY TOOL TOTE BAG 14 pockets lots of storage reg. $35.99 #SW840

NOW

FLOORING IN MARCH

2999

We have a large selection of laminate wood, laminate tile, ceramic and slate tile priced to clear. Savings of up to 30% off regular price Selection varies, see in store for details.

Some years, an early spring means that March is the perfect month to get going on fencing and decking projects, while other years, an extended winter means there’s no way you’re going to do anything outside of your house other than walk your dog (if he’s lucky...) This year, it seems March has started off more as a winter month but as the saying goes “if you don’t like the weather, just wait until tomorrow...” Well, until the weather gets a bit better, we think we’ll stick with some inside projects... but, just in case, we’ve got some outdoor project stuff too. Finally want to renovate that bathroom you’ve been planning to work on since you bought the house 4 years ago? Come down and talk to one of our friendly sales staff and check out our selection of porcelain tiles that are reduced to $2.49/sq. ft. They’re 12”x24” porcelain tiles that are perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, entryways, and other bathrooms. We have everything you need for your flooring projects - subfloor, mortar, tile, grout and all the hardware you’ll need to complete your job. If you’re scared of the thought of tiling, we have a large selection of laminate flooring that is very user-friendly. Need more space in your garage or basement to store seasonal decorations, unwanted toys or the 3 cases of Beefaroni you picked up at Costco? No problem: Duramax Steel Shelving will hold anything and it assembles in a snap. You’ll wonder why you didn’t have it before. If you’re keen to get started on that new fencing project you’ve been planning, now is the time to do it. All of our lattice-top #1 cedar fence panels have been marked down so you have no more excuses for putting it off. The ground has thawed and the NFL season is over, so Sundays can now be devoted to chores. 90 Years. We know... it’s a long time.

Sale prices end March 31, 2011. Cash and carry only.

2650 Mary Hill Rd. Port Coquitlam

604.942.7282 www.pocobuildingsupplies.com GOOD NEIGHBOURS, GOOD ADVICE SINCE 1921