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Allan Schoenborn killed his children in 2008.

The City of Port Coquitlam is urging the province to revisit the B.C. Review Board’s decision to grant child killer Allan Dwayne Schoenborn escorted day trips into the community. Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore has written a letter to Solicitor General

Shirley Bond requesting she do “everything possible” to ensure the board’s decision is reviewed for “reasonableness,” even if that means a court challenge. “As you are aware, the B.C. Review Board decision to allow Mr. Schoenborn ‘some community access,’ has brought about strong public concerns,” Moore wrote in the letter, dated Friday, April 8. “Residents in my community

and the media are very critical of this decision from a public safety perspective.” Moore noted that it is unusual for the courts to interfere in risk assessment judgments, as the Supreme Court of Canada has previously deferred to the review board’s expertise. But there is room for intervention, he writes, when “judgments are clearly unreasonable.”

“Given the limited information available on this case, the credibility of the review board is in question,” he wrote. “In order to restore public confidence in our government processes and institutions, we urge you to act as quickly as possible.” Schoenborn killed his three young children — Kaitlynne, 10, Max, 8, and Cordon, 5

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PoCo Mayor Greg Moore does not want Schoenborn to take escorted day trips.

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Volunteers fill hampers at the SHARE food bank depot in Port Moody in preparation for the 430 or so families that are expected to drop by today to collect one.

Demand still rising at SHARE food bank Jennifer McFee jmcfee@thenownews.com As food prices steadily climb, so does demand at Tri-Cities food banks. SHARE Family & Community Services has seen a small but steady increase in food bank recipients over the past year. SHARE currently provides food relief for 900 to 1,100 local families every two weeks. In March, a total of 2,990 individuals — including

1,154 kids — came to the food bank at least once. Development director Heather Scott said food bank demand rose drastically during Christmas 2009 due to the economic dip. Since then, levels have continued to slowly increase. “It takes a while for families to get back on their feet if they’ve lost their job, as an example. It just takes time to rebuild,” Scott said. “And typically at this time of year, it’s certainly not the same level of donation we would receive during the holiday season. We normally

rely on giving around the holiday period to get us through to May of that year. Then we go into a position at any given time of having only two weeks of food on the shelves.” Scott said SHARE has felt the impact of higher prices when purchasing food for its programs. “Every week, we buy food for our Tiny Bundles program, which is weekly hampers that have additional foods such as milk and eggs and produce to make sure a child under one or a pregnant mom has the nutrition they

need for good development,” she said. “Every week, we’re buying that food so any increase in food prices, we feel it there. While our grocery stores do their best to make it affordable to us, they still need to pass on any increases to us.” SFU marketing professor John Peloza said food donations typically decline any time the economic cycle turns downward. “I think anything that makes people feel more poor leaves them a little bit less generous  CONTINUED ON PAGE 3, see FOOD DRIVE.

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Summit students win science awards Jennifer McFee jmcfee@thenownews.com The Year of Science is alive and well at Summit Middle School. Grade 7 student Megan Macdonald will be packing her bags for the Canada-wide science fair in Toronto next month. Last weekend, Megan earned a gold medal in health sciences at the Greater Vancouver regional science fair at UBC. For her project, she used natural antibiotics like garlic, oil of oregano and colloidal silver to determine which were most efficient at killing bacteria like E. coli. She also received the Genome B.C. award and

the student choice award after hers was voted the best project by the 304 students at the fair. Megan is the youngest of 17 students in grades 7 to 12 selected to attend the all-expensespaid Toronto fair. Fellow Grade 7 student Christopher Matthews was also recognized for his project. He built replicas of common bridge types used in Metro Vancouver and then tested them to see which is the strongest. He won a bronze medal in engineering, the chief judge award and the Structural Engineering Association of B.C. young members group award. Eight other Summit students competed at the regional science fair, along with three from Citadel Middle.

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Summit Middle School students Megan Macdonald and Christopher Matthews were recognized for their projects at the Greater Vancouver regional science fair.

Candidates asked about homelessness John Kurucz jkurucz@thenownews.com One of the region’s preeminent voices on homelessness is calling on federal election candidates to lay out their plans to curb homelessness both in the Tri-Cities and across the country. The Tri-Cities Homelessness Task Group is posing two questions to each of the declared candidates. Answers will be posted on The NOW’s website this Friday. The two questions are: 1) If elected as a member of Parliament, what will you do to ensure that Canada has a way of monitoring the nation-

al needs of the homeless and nearly homeless, a plan for addressing those needs and a way of measuring outcomes for addressing those needs? 2) If elected as a member of Parliament, what initiatives will you implement to work collaboratively with the provincial government of British Columbia and the municipalities making up the Tri-Cities to increase the supply of affordable housing and purpose-built rental housing in the region? “We want to find out from the politicians what they’re prepared to do with regards to homelessness and affordable housing,” said task group chair Sandy Burpee. “Second

Tri-Cities Homelessness Task Group chair Sandy Burpee wants to “find out from the politicians what they’re prepared to do.” of all, we’d like to bring it to the attention of the community as well.” The task group’s questions are prefaced with a series of facts and qualifying statements about Canada’s track

record on affordable housing and homelessness, including the following: the United Nations has declared housing and homelessness in Canada a national emergency, Canada is the only G8 country without a national housing strategy and the Tri-Cities does not have any short-term or transitional housing, or much in the way of services to address the needs of the homeless. “These issues aren’t going away and we think the federal government has a role to play and we’d like to see how they define that role,” said Coquitlam Coun. Selina Robinson, who also serves as vice-chair of the task group. “It’s non-partisan. This is not about party politics at all. This is about elevating the issue.”

Burpee noted that the questions have been submitted to all eight candidates running in both local federal ridings. In Port Moody-WestwoodPort Coquitlam, those candidates are James Moore (Conservatives), Stewart McGillivray (Liberals), Mark Ireland (NDP) and Kevin Kim (Green Party). New Westminster-Coquitlam candidates are Diana Dilworth (Conservatives), Fin Donnelly (NDP), Ken Beck Lee (Liberals) and Rebecca Helps (Green Party). Log on to www.thenownews.com on Friday for candidate responses. The answers will be located in the “Federal Election news: Welcome to Decision 2011” section under the “Coquitlam Today” heading.

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with what they have,” Peloza said. The recent rise in food costs is due to increased demand paired with a less stable supply, he said. “On the supply side, you’ve got less easy access to resources. You’ve got political turmoil in the Middle East and that creates a risk premium for oil, which permeates through the supply chain. You’ve got the Ivory Coast, which is in civil war, so that creates supply disruption for metals and minerals,” Peloza said. “On the demand side, you’ve got three or four more billion people who now can afford to have a little bit more than they used to be able to afford. So as economic development comes forward, now you

have … populations of countries where people never used to eat meat on a regular basis. Now that’s what they’re looking for and that’s part of their diets … As more people want these things, of course the price goes up.” And this trend will likely continue, he added. “The real cost of things is becoming more and more apparent,” Peloza said. “I don’t see costs going down, actually … We’re never going to have oil at $30 a barrel.” Even as prices rise, Scott remains hopeful that habits can change. She dreams of a day when people remember to donate to the food bank every time they go shopping, just like they remember to bring reusable bags to the grocery store. “It’s just about making things a habit,” Scott said.

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“My experience with people in the Tri-Cities is that they want to help.” Until April 28, Loblaw is hosting a national spring food drive, which will help stock SHARE’s food bank, along with others across Canada. Nutritious and staple foods like beans, rice, peanut butter, cereal, juice, granola bars, canned fish and canned meat can be dropped off in donation bins at Extra Foods, Real Canadian Superstore and No Frills. As well, cash donations can be made at checkout counters. The goal is to raise $1.2 million plus 1.2 million pounds of food for food banks across the country. Monetary and food donations can also be made directly to SHARE year round. For more information, visit www.sharesociety.ca or call 604-931-2451.

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Water main breaks John Kurucz jkurucz@thenownews.com A water main break affecting three homes in west Coquitlam Monday afternoon resulted in services being shut down well into the evening hours. Jamie Umpleby, the city’s director of public works, said the break occurred in the 500 block of Ebert Avenue around 3:30 p.m. “It could be a number of things that causes it,” he said. “It could be overpressure in the system. It could be just the fact that the pipe is old and it’s in poor ground conditions. With this one,

there was no particular reason. We couldn’t identify any cause of the break.” Umpleby said the issue was addressed by 11:30 p.m. Monday, and two of three affected families were able to return to their homes that night. The most severely affected home remained unoccupied Monday night due to hydro and gas services being shut off, though those services were restored Tuesday morning. Umpleby could not give an estimate on the level of damage at any of the homes. He added that city crews were working on water main repairs in the area last week, but denied that that maintenance work had any bearing on Monday’s incident.

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— while watching over them in Merritt in 2008. Schoenborn lashed out at his children to hurt his wife, who refused to reconcile their failed relationship. Schoenborn fled the scene to the hills around Merritt, and a lengthy manhunt transpired. He was located in the woods, and ultimately found not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder. Schoenborn has since been housed in the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital in Port Coquitlam. The B.C. Review Board, which oversees those in residence, approved Schoenborn’s request for restricted escorted leave — three years to the date that he killed his children — to allow him to go for coffee in Coquitlam or go swimming in the community. Community and media outrage reached a feverish pitch last week, as the review board’s

decision from 2010 was circulated, showing that experts believed Schoenborn remained “to some extent obsessed by or fixated on Ms. Clarke” as little as one year ago. Port Coquitlam’s letter of opposition made the rounds this week just as reports surfaced that Clarke’s relatives were appealing to public officials to deny Schoenborn community visits, as the woman not only endures traumatic suffering but also currently lives with family in Coquitlam. The NOW could not locate Clark’s family for comment. Among the conditions of his escorted leave, Schoenborn must have no contact with Clarke; not possess firearms, explosives or weapons; and abstain from alcohol or drugs apart from those prescribed in treatment. The Forensic Psychiatric Hospital director must assess Schoenborn’s mental state to determine whether he is ready for escorted absences from the facility.

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King Edward Street will be closed between Woolridge Street and United Boulevard from 9:00 p.m. Thursday, April 14 until 5:00 a.m. Friday, April 15. This closure will see work being done on the structure from the new overpass near the Canadian Pacific Railway crossing. For the safety of the public during this work, King Edward Street between Woolridge Street and United Boulevard will be closed to traffic. Businesses with deliveries, or requiring access, to United Boulevard during these times should be advised to use alternate access routes. For more information on the King Edward Street Overpass Project visit www.coquitlam.ca/kingedward.

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Coquitlam hears MMA appeal John Kurucz jkurucz@thenownews.com They’re not on the campaign trail, but a group of well-known local mixed martial arts advocates made their bid to win over hearts and minds in Coquitlam Monday. Fight promoters Manny Sobral and Neal Pope from West Coast Promotions joined former Ultimate Fighting Championship contestant Bill Mahood to brief the city’s sports and recreation committee on steps they’re taking to try and provide regulatory oversight of amateur mixed martial arts (MMA) events in B.C. “The kids see this on TV and they want to do it — they’re going to do it,” Mahood said. “And they’re going to do it with guidance from top professionals, proper coaches, and a pathway to excellence or they’re going to do it in a backyard and they could get hurt.” As it stands now, there is no sanctioning body for amateur MMA in B.C., resulting in concerns over everything from fighter safety and promoter track records to issues around liability. In the professional context — where fighters are paid to fight — athletic commissions are set up in the

cities that host the events and those commissions provide that safety and legal framework. Given that lack of government regulated oversight, Mahood and others with experience in the fight game have set up their regulatory body, known as MMABC. A large part of their presentation Monday was devoted to educating councillors and city staff about what their organization does in the way of ensuring fighter safety and staging events in a controlled, organized manner. The group serves the same purpose as a local athletic commission would: checking fighters’ medical health records and ensuring that doctors and ambulances are on site, as well as professionally qualified referees, judges and trainers. “We have an unblemished safety record. We have never had anybody seriously injured,” Pope said. Another aspect behind the trio’s motivation in briefing the committee is the fact that they have been told by the Great Canadian Casino Corp. that the Red Robinson Show Theatre will not host any amateur MMA events until provincial guidelines are set up to ensure fighter safety. Mahood said that decision was

made largely after a different fight promoter staged an event at the casino that saw some participants fight multiple times in one night. “There was a large amount of promotions happening that were using the guise of amateur to go ahead and put on these events that were not regulated and I think that’s one of the main concerns for the cities,” he said. Pope and Sobral’s company has staged two events in Coquitlam and voluntarily used Mahood’s association as a type of regulatory body, even though no such oversight was needed from a legal perspective. Despite going those extra lengths, the group’s pitch was not met glowingly by at least one council member. “I hate that kind of sport, but that’s just me personally,” said Coun. Lou Sekora. “A lot of people attend it, they love [it] and that’s fine … but for me, I’ve got great difficulty with it. I would never attend it.” In an interview Tuesday, Mayor Richard Stewart said he applauded the group’s efforts to regulate the sport, but still feels the province should be the only regulatory oversight to set standards and rules around MMA. “We’re still left with our

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call for provincial regulations so we don’t end up with a patchwork of different rules in different communities,” he said. “There isn’t a reason why we couldn’t have the same rules apply across the province and I think it would go a long way towards legitimizing a sport that a lot of people find entertaining.” Port Coquitlam MLA and NDP leadership candidate Mike Farnworth told the Vancouver Sun last Friday that he “had no problem with the province regulating mixed martial arts.” Farnworth did not respond to an interview request before NOW deadline.

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My four-year-old son almost lost his best friend last weekend. Since last Sunday, the family dog has spent six days at the veterinarian as she has a bacterial infection that is affecting her stomach and organs. After a late-hour emergency trip to the vet, we were told that she would likely die. Watching my son say goodbye to his friend on Monday night was very emotional. Thankfully, she is a fighter To The and with antibiotics, intensive care and lots of money, it looks like she will pull through. What happened? Well, someone in my neighbourhood accidentally poisoned her. They didn’t secure their garbage and a bear dragged it into our yard. The dog was only into it for a minute before we stepped in, but the damage was already done.

Within three hours she started vomiting and it got worse from there. Accessible garbage attracts bears. Everybody knows that they have to secure their garbage until pickup morning and there are bylaws to reinforce this. I never imagined that what happened to our dog could ever happen, but it is directly related. Remember, a fed bear is a dead bear and it almost killed my dog. People who don’t take the time to do the right thing Editor are selfish and oblivious to the impact it could have on the bear or a human. Not too long ago a neighbour and her dog were attacked by a bear that was after her garbage. I just can’t believe that some people still don’t get it. What will it take? Reg Nadort Port Moody

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his week is a national event — one that has a dramatic impact on every community across the country. Indeed, this week’s focus is something that defines the concept of community for many people. This week is National Volunteer Week, a week officially set aside to honour volunteers and to raise awareness of what volunteers do for the communities they serve. The officials who have set aside the week recently calculated the number of committed volunteers across Canada: six and a half million — the official tally of volunteers in this country of a few more than 30 million souls. At first, it’s hard to believe that one in every five Canadians is tallied on the volunteer side of the ledger. But when you think of all the volunteer efforts right here in the Tri-Cities, it becomes difficult to believe that the number could be so small. Think about it. What is a volunteer? According to Webster, a volunteer is “a person who enters or offers to enter into service of his own free will.” In other words, a volunteer is a person who provides a service for free, like a kids’ soccer coach, for instance. Or the people who get together and do something — almost anything — to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society (Terry Fox has to be the grand champion volunteer of all time). Or how about the fellow who stops to help out, without expectation of payment, when your car leaves you stranded on the side of the road? It’s a cliché that it is difficult to imagine how we could get through life without volunteers. But surely, for the vast majority of us anyway, it would be just as difficult to get through an entire lifetime without being a volunteer. In fact, if you haven’t been a volunteer, you haven’t been living. It’s time you changed your style and joined up with the rest of humanity.

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Green vote declined for the second straight election he kerfuffle over Green Party leader Elizabeth May’s exclusion from the federal leaders’ debate — down to just 8.2 per cent. So, a question naturally arises: should the Green is a reminder there may be a controversy over leader be part of the next televised debate of B.C. the make-up of the next B.C. leaders’ debate. political leaders? May lost a court challenge of the decision by the As someone who has some degree of input into television media consortium — made up of national the decision by B.C. television stations about the networks such as Global, CBC, CTV, Radio-Canada debate structure (I’ve helped negotiate the last three and TVA — to not invite her to participate in either election debates with the parties involved in each the English or French language debate. one), I think it’s a fair question. May’s loss in court may have negative The NDP has long complained about implications for B.C. Green Party leader including the Greens in the debate. Jane Sterk’s chances for being included The party feels the Greens “steal” more in the next B.C. debate (I stress the word votes from the NDP than from the B.C. “may” because no decision will be made Liberals and so has the most to lose by the B.C. television consortium for from the publicity a debate appearance some time yet). brings a political party. The Greens have had their leader in As well, a number of environmentalthe provincial debate since the 2001 View From ists have become increasingly frustrated election. Former Green leader Adrianne with the Green party’s inability to conCarr was given a place because, at the The Ledge nect with voters, and wonder whether time, the NDP was in free fall in the polls Keith Baldrey it’s more effective to shape stronger and the spread between the NDP and the environmental values in the other parties rather Greens had narrowed so much it was hard to argue than support the Greens. that excluding the upstart Greens while including Despite three debate appearances, the Greens have the fading NDP was somehow fair. yet to elect anyone and in fact haven’t even come Indeed, while Carr’s party didn’t elect an MLA in close to winning a seat. the election, it did pull in more than 12 per cent of However, the Greens argue that electing an MP or the popular vote — more than half of what the NDP MLA should not be the sole criterion for determinreceived that year. ing which party leader gets on the debate. There is With that impressive showing, Carr was invited some validity to this argument. back to the 2005 vote. But the Green vote shrunk to Our first-past-the-post electoral system favours just 9.2 per cent in that contest. large established parties and makes it difficult for Nevertheless, Carr’s successor as Green leader newer, smaller parties to win seats. At the national — Sterk — was invited to the 2009 debate. But the

level, the Green party received almost one million votes in the 2008 election but won no seats. Should those near-million voters have no representation in the debate? At the provincial level, the Greens won almost 135,000 votes in 2009. Is that enough to get on the stage at the debate? May has complained that the network consortium established the rules on an arbitrary basis. That may be true, but any rule that anyone else comes up with is of an arbitrary nature as well. Perhaps there should be more than one criterion to establish which party leader is allowed in such debates. Such things as seat representation, portion of popular vote, a large number of candidates in the field and significant polling results (from a series of polls over time) could be used as criteria, with leaders qualifying for inclusion if their parties meet a set combination of those factors. But there is no sure thing when it comes to leaders’ televised debates. Neither Sterk nor, for that matter, newly installed B.C. Conservative Party leader John Cummins is guaranteed a spot in the next provincial debate, even though they will vociferously argue for one. Indeed, Elizabeth May’s exclusion has officially opened the debate about the next B.C. debate.

Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global B.C.

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There must be a better way to obtain a new fire hall Re: “Vote no on fire hall referendum,” letter to the editor, Friday, April 8. A letter from Cynthia van Ginkel has given me a sense of relief and encouragement. When this referendum was announced several weeks ago, I was astonished and distressed to learn that rebuilding the fire hall on its existing site, with the need to borrow up to $16 million, had become the city’s first option. The writer’s arguments are sound and should be given careful thought before voting. Last year, council held a public hearing, proposing that a new fire hall be built at the north end of Knowle Street on city property east of rec centre parking. Access and other feasibility studies have been completed, and the fire chief had concluded that rebuilding the fire hall on its present site would be a logistical nightmare. The studies were thorough and the conclusions seemed well-grounded. Although Port Moody is observing a moratorium on further commercial residential development until issues regarding public transportation are resolved, it was suggested by City Hall that the present fire hall site be sold for development in order to finance a new fire hall in the proposed location. A schedule of income from this sale was presented, with predicted revenue to depend upon the height of a new building. I listened carefully to all of the options presented and was pleased by the possibility that the existing fire hall property might be designated for development of a seniors’ residence. Port Moody is blessed with superb healthcare facilities for its older citizens: Eagle Ridge Hospital, an extended care facility at Eagle Ridge Manor, Crossroads Hospice and the likelihood of an assisted living facility planned by the Port Moody Legion. A residence for seniors

would fill the obvious gap in our city’s facilities for eldercare. The current fire hall location would be ideal, with two shopping areas and a SkyTrain station within walking distance. There would be minimal increase in traffic, particularly during rush hour. Community-service offices might be conveniently located on the ground floor. As is probably usual, the public hearing attracted mostly local residents who were opposed to the proposed location of a new fire hall. Speakers voiced disagreement with the professional traffic studies, opposed fire hall access near rec centre parking, did not want the noise of emergency vehicles closer to their own residences and did not want new development on the current site To The obstructing their views of the inlet. Some expressed willingness to absorb a debt and many years of property-tax increases in order to protect their views, with no consideration of whether the average citizen of the city would be able to afford this or even have such views to preserve. The greatest good for the greatest number was not among these considerations. I would also urge Port Moody’s residents to oppose this referendum and ask council to explore other options for financing the new fire hall. There is no question that construction of a new fire hall is necessary as soon as possible, but there has to be a better way to achieve it. Jean Donaldson Port Moody

Paying more for less The council of Port Coquitlam just approved their 2011 waste bylaw — along with it, the fees they’re going to charge you and me to provide curbside pickup. But be prepared if you have a suite to pay a lot more.

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Believe it or not, if you have a suite with a 120-litre bin, PoCo charges you more than a suite-less home with a 360-litre bin. That’s right, pay more tax for one-third the capacity. The apparent justification is that suites will produce more waste than houses without. But the thing is, we’re charged based on the size of our bins. They have three sizes; if you want a bigger bin you pay more. So suite owners are really being charged twice for the same increased output. This is unjustifiable. In our rush to be the leanest and greenest, let’s not forget about the taxpayers. Michael Thomas Port Coquitlam

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Don’t blame the dog

As a Port Moody resident and pit bull owner, I feel compelled to respond to your article, “Muzzle dogs, resident says,” in the Wednesday, March 30 edition. First, I would urge Laurel Giassa and others to treat all dogs and dog owners as individuals. I take my dog-ownership responsibilities very seriously. That means I renew my dog licence each year, pick up after my dog when we’re on our daily walks, regularly keep up with obedience training and ensure my dog is leashed whenever we’re in an on-leash area. That being said, I feel that by sweeping all “Rottweilers and Staffordshire bull terriers and … dogs crossbred with them” into one category, you’re targeting the wrong people solely based on the breed of dog. That brings me to my second point: enacting a muzzle law on “dangerous breeds” will not solve the problem. What we’re seeing is irresponsible owners letting their dogs offleash without consideration for whether or not the area is designated as an appropriate offleash area. This could have happened regard-

less of breed in question. I’m confident that if they aren’t leashing their dogs now, even with leash laws in place, these owners will not be following a muzzle law. And where would that leave responsible owners such as myself? In an awkward place — I wouldn’t want to muzzle my dog, but I wouldn’t want to break municipality bylaws either. What I would like to see is more of a presence from the Port Moody animal control officers. By actively patrolling and ticketing those who are not following Port Moody’s animal bylaws, I think we would see a decrease in offleash dogs. I would also encourage the bylaw officers and councillors of Port Moody to look into what the chief bylaw officer of Calgary has done to dramatically decrease the occurrence of dog aggression incidents, among other things, in his city. I would also like to thank Coun. Bob Elliott for pointing out that “it’s not the dog … it’s the dog’s owner.” Katherine Vreugde Port Moody

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PoCo teen charged with theft

An 18-year-old PoCo woman has been charged after a bait car was activated in the early hours of March 31. Although police would not disclose the location of the bait car, they say it was placed in an area where crime analysis revealed a recent spike in vehicle thefts and break-ins.

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Police honour victims of crime Stories by Simone Blais sblais@thenownews.com The red serge will have a tinge of purple this week. Coquitlam RCMP have donned purple ribbons in support of National Victims of Crime Awareness Week, tying bows on the front of police cruisers to show support for individuals, families, friends and communities affected by illegal activity. “Any victim of any crime deserves to be treated with respect, compassion and dignity,” said Kimberly Urquhart, manager of the

Once the car was activated, officers received real-time video feed that included images of the suspect, who was pulled over and arrested. Cassie Ozmun has been charged with theft under $5,000, possession of break-in instruments and possession of stolen property. Her next court appearance is set for April 18.

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The Society for Community Development (SCD) would like to thank the Three Divas for a wonderful 1st Annual Tri-Cities Oscar Night and their generous ($3000) donation to the Society. SCD envisions a strong and resilient community. Connect, collaborate and celebrate with us! We look forward to supporting the 2nd Annual Tri-Cities Oscar Night on February 26, 2012 (check us out @ societyforcommunitydevelopment.com)

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Lawsuit over school fees Jennifer McFee jmcfee@thenownews.com A class-action lawsuit against the Vancouver school board could extend to 26 more districts across the province, including School District 43. Sarah and Ali Agha Riazi of North Vancouver are the representative plaintiffs on behalf of families who paid summer school tuition for high school students’ academic courses between 2003 and 2007. In 2007, then-education minister Shirley Bond ordered school districts to stop charging tuition for academic credit courses for summer school students. Bond deemed the $200 to $500 per-course fees illegal and ordered districts to refund the 2007 fees. The Riazis’ lawyer filed the application for

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certification in 2009. His position is that if fees were illegal in 2007, they were also illegal in prior years, subject to the statute of limitations. Since the Riazis won the right to proceed with the class-action suit in Vancouver, their lawyer now plans to file applications for certification in 26 other B.C. school districts. Cheryl Quinton, spokesperson for School District 43, addressed the issue Thursday. “This will likely have implications for many school districts in the province,” Quinton wrote in an e-mail. “Along with all the other districts, we will await the outcome.” The Vancouver case could involve more than 3,000 students, which could result in an estimated refund of $8 million to $11 million. — with files from Janet Steffenhagen, Vancouver Sun

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Mary Hill continues a proud tradition

Families are invited to Ranch Park Elementary’s fun fair on Friday, April 15. The event will feature a cakewalk, dunk tank, concession, prizes and more. Parents and kids can also try their luck in Minute to Win It sports activities. The event runs from 5 to 9 p.m. at 2701 Spuraway Ave. in Coquitlam.

Student art part of exhibit

Riverside Secondary’s IB Art-Exam Show is on display as part of ArtsConnect’s 12th annual ArtWalk this weekend. The free self-guided tour takes place in 20 Port Moody venues to feature the work of 55 local artists. Artwork by Grade 12 Riverside students Charles Kim, Rachel Wong, Mana Sato, Andreea Murgu, Ekaterina Michtenko, Paul Boici and Sophia Kim will be shown at the Galleria in Port Moody’s Civic Centre. ArtWalk runs Saturday, April 16 and Sunday, April 17 from noon to 5 p.m. An opening

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Mary Hill Elementary students begin another year of the school’s Kilometre Club. reception will be held Friday, April 15 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Old Mill Boathouse, 2715 Esplanade Ave. in Port Moody. For more information, visit www.artsconnect.ca.

Nature program expands

Port Moody’s outdoor after-school program is expanding to serve more children. The Elementary Explorers program encourages active lifestyles for elementary school students while reconnecting them with nature. Experienced instructors lead the weekly initiative, using lesson plans that incorporate earth science, biology, ecology and botany. Topics include “Measure your carbon footprint,” “Let’s go pond dipping,” “Plant a seed,” “TV VG Free challenge week,” “Eco Math — Tracking trash” and “Oh Baby! What baby animal is that?” Children will get to grow a seed, meet eco experts, participate in environmental experiments and play active educational games. The six-session program is offered Mondays at Pleasantside Elementary, Tuesdays at Heritage Mountain Elementary, Wednesdays at Moody Elementary and Thursdays at Glenayre Elementary. All sessions run from 3 to 4 p.m. starting the week of April 18 and cost $37 for six weeks. For more information or to register, call

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GOAL’s leadership students and staff are hosting a free clothing giveaway on Wednesday, April 20. Schools from across the district have donated lost and found items, which have been washed and sorted. The lightly used clothing is for kids aged six to 18. The event runs from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Winslow Centre gym at 1100 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam. For more information, call 604939-9241.

Bramblewood receives grant

The Bramblewood Elementary community enjoyed a grand opening celebration for the school’s new playground last week. Bramblewood’s PAC received a Spirit of 2010 grant from the City of Coquitlam for nearly $66,000, which was used to build the new playground.

Legion offers bursaries

The Royal Canadian Legion, Port Coquitlam Branch 133 is offering eight education bursaries to students at public and private high

PoCo woman honoured

A new elementary school in Langley will be named in memory of a former Port Coquitlam woman. Lynn Fripps Elementary, set to open in September 2012, will be named to honour a woman who lost her battle to breast cancer in 2005. Fripps grew up in Port Coquitlam and later moved to Langley. She coached the Marlins Swim Club for many years, and her community involvement stretched from Port Coquitlam to Aldergrove.

Road hockey for charity

Como Lake Middle School’s month-long road hockey tournament is fast approaching. Since 2004, the Quest for the Como Cup has involved more than 100 students in all three grades. This year, each team will represent a local charity and play to win money for that cause. The Coquitlam Express representatives will referee the final game and donate items for the school raffle. The goal is to raise $500 to donate to a charity. The road hockey tournament runs from May 2 to June 1.

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schools in the Tri-Cities. Four $2,000 bursaries will be awarded to children or grandchildren of ex-service personnel, funded through the Legion poppy fund. As well, four $2,000 bursaries will be awarded based on financial need and good grades. Recipients of these awards do not need to have any military or Legion affiliation, but total family income cannot exceed $60,000 per year. These bursaries are funded through the Branch 133 education fund. Application forms are available from high school counsellors, from the Legion office at 604-942-8911 or from education committee chair Andrew Carroll at 604-464-4868.

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hey’re off to a running start. On April 5, Mary Hill Elementary kicked off its annual Kilometre Club for the 31st time. The tradition began in 1980 when Terry Fox was doing his Marathon of Hope run. “The initiative was that the students at the school, as a group, would try to match the distance Terry was running across Canada,” said principal Margo McKnight. Class Act The parent-operated club has conJennifer McFee tinued year after year, and today participants still head out to Robert Hope Park each day after school for a 30-minute run, beginning after spring break. Volunteers keep track of all the laps, and runners can earn medals and trophies based on the distance they cover. “This is a very strong Mary Hill tradition. Just the fact that Terry Fox was the inspiration is really very special,” McKnight said. “Now it’s a real community event. We generally have 200 people participating, including students, parents and younger siblings. If a parent does the rounds, the parent gets the medal too. It’s just a wonderful community feeling.” McKnight said the running club also provides good training for the district-wide Como Lake Relays, as well as for track and field events.

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Wondering who to vote for in the May 2 federal election? Several community groups have scheduled all-candidates meetings to give voters a chance to see the contenders in action. Two meetings are planned for the New Westminster-Coquitlam riding, and one for Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam. All are open to the general public. Here are the details: • Pleasantside Community Association hosts an all-candidates meeting for Port MoodyWestwood-Port Coquitlam on Sunday, April 17 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Old Orchard Hall, 646 Bentley Rd. in Port Moody. • Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce hosts an

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Learn about e-Readers To help people who are new to reading eBooks on their computers or eReaders, the Coquitlam Public Library continues to offer training sessions that cover how to download and authorize the software needed, search for and borrow a digital book from the library, transfer the book to an eReader and return a book. There will also be time for individual questions. The library subscribes to a large collection of eBooks and audiobooks, according to a press release. As with all material available at the library, digital books can be borrowed at no cost. All that is needed to download and read eBooks are a computer with Internet access, a library card and some easy-to-install software. The eBooks can be read on a computer or

eReader. Sony and Kobo eReaders are compatible for borrowing these books, but the Kindle is not. Patrons are welcome to bring their eReaders and laptops if they want to click along with the instructor. Upcoming tutorials will be held on Tuesday, April 26 from 3 to 4 p.m. in the Nancy Bennett Room at the Poirier Branch (575 Poirier St.) and Tuesday, May 3 from 3 to 4 p.m. in the program room of the City Centre Branch (3001 Burlington Dr.). Registration is required for these eBook tutorials as space is limited. Phone Jay Peters at 604-937-4148, Ext. 2 or e-mail jpeters@ library.coquitlam.bc.ca to sign up. Registrants are asked to include their phone number.

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Port Moody seeks Library focuses on feedback on zoning Cantonese opera The Coquitlam Public Library will host Rosa Cheng and members of the Vancouver Cantonese Opera on Saturday, April 16. From 1 to 3 p.m., attendees will be able to observe the makeup process of a Cantonese opera performer, as well as view costumes and accessories. From 3 to 4 p.m., the focus will be on Cantonese opera history and performance. Learn about the differ-

ent roles of Cantonese opera characters and the meaning of hand gestures and basic performance techniques. A short performance will follow. Seats are limited, and registration is required. This program, which will be conducted in both English and Chinese, will take place at the library’s Poirier branch, 575 Poirier St. For more information or to register, call Shirley at 604-937-3221.

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Improv classes start Monday Actors and comedians from PoCo’s Second Storey Theatre will begin offering lessons on the finer points of improvisational comedy as of Monday, April 18. The seven-week instructional program will be led by Graham Myers, who brings with him more than John 15 years worth of acting and improv experience working with the likes of the Vancouver TheatreSports League, Instant Theatre Company, Urban Improv, Impromaniacs, Yuk Yuk’s, the Canadian Improv Games and Lafflines. Intended for those 16 and older, the program will demonstrate how to develop “fun and memorable characters, explore the improvised environment and improve improv performance skills and storytelling,” according to a press release. The Wonderful World of Improvisation will run Monday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m. at Second Storey Theatre, located at 2550 Shaughnessy St. The cost is $45 for seven sessions, and registration is required. Log on to www. experienceit.ca or call 604927-7529 to register.

Concert features folk, blues and jazz

Acoustic blues, jazz and modern folk will be the order of the day for the April 29 Crossroads Coffeehouse performance in PoCo. Keith Bennett (harmonica) and David Sinclair (guitar) will perform at the Kurucz Gathering Place starting at 9 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m., while an open mic session goes from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Admission is $5, and all proceeds go to the Crossroads Hospice Society.

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Five artists with more than 100 years worth of collective artistic experience will showcase their contributions to a communal art project in Port Coquitlam starting on Thursday, April 14. Metamorphosis represents a collaborative effort between artists Chris Dobranski, David New-Small, Roger Bryant, Danny Jay and Warren Walker, who teamed up to create a three-metre-high sculpture of a dragonfly. The quintet will be on hand at PoCo’s Leigh Square Community Arts Village on

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FAMILY FUN: Emily Black, middle, plays Cinderella in Theatrix Youtheatre’s production of Into the Woods, which runs from April 14 to 16 at the Evergreen Cultural Centre. Joining her are Kelsi James, left, and Nadia Bewcyk, who play stepsisters. The show is suitable for children aged four and older.

Saturday, April 16 for an opening reception for the exhibit, which will remain in PoCo until May 16. The exhibit will also include works by guest artists who taught and influenced Dobranski, including Goota Ashoona, Joe Jaw Ashoona, Anne Cameron, Koomuatuk “Kuzy” Curley, Mark Gauthier, Bob Kussy, Michelle Vulama and Fred Watmough. The April 16 reception is scheduled from 3 to 5 p.m. For more info, see www. experience.it.ca.

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Jewelry- Coquitlam library hosts Earth Day event Thursday making classes at Dogwood Are you looking for a unique piece of jewelry to set off your favourite outfit? Dogwood Pavilion will host jewelry-making classes beginning on Monday, April 18. Sessions run for four weeks, and will focus on necklaces, earrings and rings. Those curious to see the kinds of pieces they could create in the classes are invited to drop by the pavilion, where samples are on display. Classes will run for two hours each, with beginners starting at 10:45 a.m. and those with some experience meeting at 1 p.m. The fee is $40, and all supplies are included. Registration is required. To register or for more information, call Dogwood at 604-927-6098. Dogwood Pavilion is a cityrun recreational facility to adults 50 and older. It is located at 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam, with an entrance off of Winslow Avenue.

Quiz night this Friday a fundraiser Time is running out to register for the quiz night fundraiser hosted by the Friends of the Coquitlam Public Library. The event, set for Friday, April 15 at the library’s Poirier branch, will begin at 7:30 p.m., with doors opening at 6:45 p.m. Questions will focus on geography, history, current events, literature, sports and other trivia, according to a press release. Prize draws will be held for items such as a Sony eReader, and coffee and dessert will be served. Contestants will play in teams of eight, so potential attendees are encouraged to form groups of family, friends or co-workers. Individuals or smaller groups are also welcome, and will be matched with a team. This annual event raises money for library projects that do not fall under normal funding categories, such as Books for Babies and the library’s Book Bus. This year, funds will also be used to buy a defibrillator for each branch of the library. Tickets are $25 each. To buy tickets or for more information, call the library at 604-937-4130.

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One down, hopefully many more to follow. The Coquitlam Metro-Ford Wolves launched their B.C. Provincial Cup march Saturday with a convincing 6-0 hammering of Juan de Fuca on Vancouver Island. As easy as the win was, it provided no favours for the Vancouver Metro premier squad, which will need to weather real tough battles to stretch their season any further. “When we started out at the beginning of the season your job one is to qualify for the provincials, and we did that by placing second (in the Vancouver Metro league),” Wolves head coach Blair Manifold said. “Every game will start to get closer and tighter as you progress, so we’ll need to play our best.” After a slightly slow start, Coquitlam grabbed the lead when Jovan Blagojevic hammered home Russel Huggon’s setup. A few minutes later, Anthony DiNicolo fed Alfredo Valente for a well-timed chip shot past the Island goalkeeper to make it 2-0. Matt Besuschko added to the lead before the half, while tallies by Oliver Heald, Jamie Fletcher and Huggon completed the offence. Netminder Lucas Menz was tested only once, tipping a free kick wide early in the contest. Coquitlam now turns its attention to Richmond, where they’ll square off against FC Hibernians 3 p.m. Saturday. In two regular season games, the Wolves earned a 2-0 win and fell 1-0 in November in what was Coquitlam’s first setback of the season, en route to a 15-5-6 record. “Our best players have to be our best players. We need guys like Oliver Heald, Russel Huggon and Andy Veer to take control.” In other Cup preliminary play, the PoCo City FC picked up their first-ever provincial cup victory by beating Gordon Head 3-1. The Fraser Valley premier side got goals from Gordon Chin, Robbie Geizan and Luke Domijan in a matchup they dominated. “We were definitely the better team and were unlucky not to score a few more,” coach Bryan Jacoboni said. “Our backline was solid all game and didn’t give them much space.” They now face the Vancouver Thunderbirds on Sunday (place and time unavailable at press time). The Port Moody Gunners, meanwhile, were handcuffed by Fraser Valley men’s premier rivals Athletic Club B.C. in a 2-0 seasonending knock. Despite finishing ahead of them in the league standings, the Gunners saw a poor start lead to a 1-0 deficit in the first half when ACBC cashed in a fortuitous deflection. They netted the insurance goal 10 minutes into the second half off a penalty kick.

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HIGHER LEARNING: Coquitlam’s Ben Street, with the puck during his university days at the University of Wisconsin, has made quick progress in the pro ranks. The free agent is currently playing with the American Hockey League’s Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.

Street takes quick route in first pro season Stories by Dan Olson sports@thenownews.com From planes to buses, Ben Street’s mode of transportation may have changed, but his means of getting from point A to point B remain the same. The Coquitlam hockey player has taken a lear jet-like ascent in his first year of pro hockey. As an undrafted forward at just 24 years of age, even Street is surprised at how things have evolved. The one-time co-captain of the University of Wisconsin Badgers is now skating on the second line of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins as they head into the American Hockey League playoffs, starting on Friday. “It’s kind of cool when you first get here, the guy you are replacing

is in the NHL and you watch them that night, or a couple of nights later he’s sitting beside you,” Street said. “It’s amazing to be so close, but there’s a lot of work to do to get here and move up.” His initial success as a first-year pro was noted earlier this month in The NOW, when Street was selected the ECHL’s 2010-11 Rookie of the Year. That he won the award despite playing just 38 games — just over half the season before getting called up to Wilkes-Barre — indicates how much he dominated. His total of 24 goals and 27 assists projected over 72 games would have put him in the running for the league scoring title. “I honestly didn’t think I’d put up the numbers I did and have so many multi-point games… I certainly didn’t do that in college.”

And while he admits that there was an adjustment to playing among the pro ranks, nothing really prepared him for that phone call from the AHL team. “One of the biggest moments was in [training] camp when I was just getting use to the different style of play — the players are quicker, bigger and more physical,” he recalled. “I was fortunate to get to play in [ECHL’s] Wheeling and make that adjustment, but you’re going to games on long bus trips, while at Wisconsin we flew everywhere.” Street, a Coquitlam minor product who earned his college scholarship through the B.C. Hockey League, got his first major taste of success as a freshman with the Badgers in their 2006 NCAA championship run. Over his five seasons with Wisconsin — he played just four

games in 2009-10 after suffering a knee injury — he posted 48 goals and 45 assists in 171 games. His modest offensive numbers highlighted his central role and the collegiate focus, which was to shut down the opposition. “At school they really stressed playing well defensively and doing the job in your own zone,” said Street. “When I got to Wheeling I was getting powerplay chances and penalty killing… It’s really a development league.” His first call-up to Wilkes-Barre came as a bit of a surprise, but as the Pittsburgh Penguins were hit with a number of injuries all at once, the results caused a ripple effect through the minors. “In my first call-up I was pretty nervous, I was getting use to playing

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Fox gives Orcas a scare The definition of nemesis is an opponent or rival who cannot be overcome. For the past three seasons, the Terry Fox Ravens’ boys rugby nemesis has been South Surrey’s Elgin Park Orcas. On four separate occasions, the encounter ended with the Ravens’ licking their wounds. Last week, the worm almost turned. Terry Fox found itself trailing 12-0 at the half and 22-5 early in the second quarter — and never gave up. The Ravens plodded and prodded and nearly overcame all obstacles before falling 22-19 in tier I senior boys action. Despite a solid start that saw Fox tackle well and play with discipline, Elgin Park opened the scoring at the 10-minute mark and padded it quickly. The Ravens’ best scoring opportunity in the first half came when Hamilton Cholowski forced a turnover, resulting in a knock-on by Jean Koorsten that fell short. Eight minutes into the second half, the Ravens pressured the ball deep in the Orcas zone, resulting in Adam Hartle scooping up a loose ball and plugging it down for Fox’s first try. However, the South Surrey rival responded with two tries of their own to make it 22-5 and a deep canyon to cross. A 60-metre dash by captain Justin Ono closed the gap, and was followed by a perfectly executed run that featured five different ball handlers. Koorsten ended the play, taking Ben Sharpe’s pass and bowling into the end zone for the try. Koorsten also added a pair of converts to make it a three-point game.

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MOTOR CITY: Port Moody’s Matthew Morice, centre, with the ball, looks to break free while Terry Fox’s Mitch Alford closes in during recent junior boys rugby action.

a lot of minutes (at Wheeling) and that first game I was playing my offwing on the fourth line… But that didn’t last long.” On his second call-up Street was shifted to centring the second line where he plays with Brett Sterling, who has 26 NHL games under his belt, and rookie Nick Petersen. In a year of many firsts, he can still recall that first AHL goal, which came in his seventh game. “We were playing Syracuse and I got the puck on a three-on-two. I just

drove to the middle and the guy on the wing just fired it and I just tipped it. It felt pretty good.” He’s already got some hardware for his hard work, but just like his teammates, his long-term goal is another rung up the ladder. Street said one of the keys to getting there is to take care of business where you’re at. “It’s pretty close and you see and talk with people who’ve been there all the time. But there’s still a lot of work to do. It’s nice to get some early success, though.” It’s been a pretty rewarding journey so far.

Home of Championship Football Saturday, May 14, 2011 • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Gather a group of friends and enjoy sips of wine, cider, coolers and beer, as you take pleasure in savouring the tempting offerings of local restaurants. The sounds of jazz add to the unique atmosphere of Coquitlam Centre, after hours*. Take part in the Silent Auction and vote on Unwined’s Taster’s Choice.

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PRODUCE MANAGER. Jasper Super A is currently recruiting for a Produce Manager. Reporting directly to the Store Manager, the Produce Manager is responsible for all aspects of operating a successful produce department including, scheduling, ordering, receiving, merchandising, gross margins, sales ratios, expense controls, and supervising the produce department. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential. Previous produce experience will be considered an asset. TGP offers a competitive compensation and benefit package as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development. If you have the skills and abilities to meet our expectations and want to progress with a dynamic organization, please forward your resume: Jasper Super A, P.O. Box 818, 601 Patricia Street, Jasper, AB, T0E 1E0. Fax 780-447-5781. Email: humanresources@tgp.ca.

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CONCRETE FINISHERS. Edmonton-based company seeks experienced concrete finishers for work in Edmonton and Northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; John@RaidersConcrete.com. Cell 780-660-7130. Fax 780-444-7103 LUK PLUMBING + Heating LTD. operating in Saskatchewan is seeking Journeymen Plumber and/or HVAC techs. F/T, Top Wages, Benefits, RRSP. Commercial,Residential, Industrial office@lukplumbing.com SOUTH ROCK LTD. is hiring Milling Personnel, Paving Personnel (Pavers, Rollers, Packers), General Labourers (Screed, Raker, Flag), Heavy Duty Mechanic. Experience with asphalt preferred. Valid drivers licence required; careers@southrock.ca Fax 403-568-1327 www.southrock.ca THINK BIG! Heavy Equipment Service Technician Training. $1000. entrance scholarship. Paid practicum with Finning. High school diploma and a mechanical aptitude required. On-campus residences. GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888-999-7882; gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

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6050

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Surrey

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6008-34

Houses - Sale

Abbotsford

MOUNTAINVIEW VILLAGE in quiet end location. Family oriented complex in East Abby. Has outdoor pool, club house, playground, pets allowed. This UPDATED 3 BR, 3 bath feels like a home. Spacious mn flr offering eating area/computer space off the remodeled kitchen w/new modern cabinet fronts & hardware, counters, tile floor & appls. Nice dining rm w/slider to private yard & patio. Good size living rm w/gas fireplace w/lam flrs. 3 BR up master has ensuite & walk in closet. Double side by side garage. Painted in trendy colours & close to visitor parking. Great place to call home! Easy access to Hwy 1, shopping, parks, and all levels of schools. $284,900. Call Pamela Stadnik, Remax Treeland Realty, 604-533-3491

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6020

Apt/Condos

1 & 2 BR, 1180 Landsdowne Dr. $895 up, carpets, drapes, balc./ patio, outdoor pool, tennis crt, NO PET. nr Coq Ctre. Avail now or May 1st. 604-942-2865

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

6508

Apt/Condos

N. WEST 1 BR apt, nr Douglas Col, skytrain, balcony, n/p, n/s, n/d, $650 & up. 604-839-8156.

BBY BOSA HIGHGATE Deluxe 2 BR, 2 bath, granite/hardwood, $1325 incls parking & storage. Avail now. N/S. Pet OK. Call Dirk, 604-294-9263 or 604-612-9032

AMBER ROCHESTOR 545 Rochester Ave, Coq

BBY METROTOWN 1 BR, $750 incls heat, hot water. Clean, quiet nice building, walk-up 2nd flr, laundry rm. Pet ok. 604-726-9710

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

BBY 1BR, @ Lougheed Mall & sky train, big bright clean complex, $875, May 1, 604-570-0556

2232 McAllister Port Coquitlam 2 BR Apartment Available MAY 1

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

604 - 941 - 7721

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

604 420-5636

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Apt/Condos

BBY, Lghd Mall. Bach, $720 incl ht & h/w. ns/np, newly reno’d, storage, Apr 1. 604-779-3882 BBY METROTOWN, Lrg 2 BR, $1017 & 1 BR $849. Incls heat/hot water, basic cable, coin W/D, 1 storage, 1 prkg, sec bldg. Av now. Onsite Res Mgr 604-677-7375 BBY S. 1BR. $725, ug prkg, carpets, WiFi, Metrotown, storage cat ok, no dogs 604-818-1129

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

COQ, 3082 Dayanee Springs. Newer 1 BR & Den, huge fam rm, f/p, w/i closet, 10’ ceilings, granite, pool, gym, luxury clubhouse. 800 sf. $1180. 778-883-7333 COQ • Austin Heights Clean quiet 2 BR apts avail. Sorry no pets. 604-936-5755

AMBER (W)

Apt/Condos

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

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

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

561 Cottonwood Ave, Coq

Bachelor, 1 BR & 2 BR Includes heat, hot water, u/g prkg, cls to bus stop, school, SFU, Lougheed Mall, Sorry No Pets.

Office 604-773-6467

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

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

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

COTTONWOOD PLAZA

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

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

Port Moody NEW PORT VILLAGE Highrise DELUXE Condo GREAT LOCATION. 1 BR & Den • 900 sq. ft

7 appls, parking, storage, $1350. Rec & Amenity rooms. NS / NP.

604- 983- 8046

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VILLA MARGARETA

KING ALBERT COURT

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

1300 King Albert, Coq Close to Transportation, Schools & S.F.U.

GARDEN VILLA

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

CALL 604 715-7764 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

CALYPSO COURT

NEW WEST 2 BR, 1 bath grd flr unit $900 plus utlities. Call Quay Pacific Property at 604-570-2786

NEW WEST Cozy 1 BR, nr all amens, River view, n/s, n/p, $745. Avail Now. 604-783-6003

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

BURQUITLAM APTS

NEW WEST 1 bed 1 bath, $715 plus utilities. Call Quay Pacific Property Mgmt at 604-570-2786.

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

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

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

Apt/Condos

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

415 Westview St, Coq

Large Units. Near Lougheed Mall. Transportation & S.F.U.

6508

N. BBY. PENTHOUSE, VIEW! New, 1118 sf, 2 BR, 2 bath, all appls, lrg balcony, sec 2 prkg. Nr skytrn, Brentwood Mall. $2500. N/S, N/P. Jimmy, 604-786-0808

JUNIPER COURT

401 Westview St, Coq

To place your ad call

604-444-3000

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

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Apt/Condos

PO CO 2 BR, 2 bath condo. Call Quay Pacific Property Mgmt Ltd 604-570-2786 quoting code H06

6510

Co-ops

CALL 604 715-7764 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

RIVERS INLET Apartments

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

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

ROYAL CRESCENT ESTATES

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

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

SKYLINE TOWERS

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

Call 604 421-1222

6540

Houses - Rent

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

NEW WEST. Huge, beautiful 2 & 3 BR duplex! An absolute must see! $200,000 in redesigning! Brand new kitchen/bath & floors. 5 new applis! Ns/np. $1095/mo $1395/mo incl hydro. Immed. Hurry! Won’t last! 604-306-8952

POCO 3 BR Rancher, 2 f/bath, w/d, big f/yard. $1350. By bus. Avail now. Pet ok. 604-522-3100 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● ABBOTSFORD - 2087 Lonsdale Cr, HOUSE, 3bd w/ 2bd suite, quiet neigh., hot tub & pool.......$2,188/M CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M Call Kristen today (604)786-4663 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca Abbotsford- 3262 Clearbrook Rd. HOUSE with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths. Mortgage helper. Walk to all Schools and other amenities. Only $1,598/m. Low Down. Flexible Terms. (604) 626-9647 or (604) 657-9422 www.wesellhomesbc.com Coquitlam

1325 WILLOW WAY

Clean, 2 BR house, perfect for young family. 2 levels, 4 appliances. Lots of storage, $1395. Lease and excellent references a must.

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

6450

102-120 Agnes St, N.West

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

CALL 604 525-2122 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

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

Contact Alex 604-999-9978

Miscellaneous Rentals

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POCO RETAIL 1236sf, 3450/mo, 2569 Shaughnessy St. Air cond, exc loc acreoss from City Hall. Jun 1. Bill Evans 604-836-2494

6590

Rooms

Whitgift Gardens

BBY ROOM avail, w/d, n/s, n/p. Prof person. $450 incls cbl/utils, pkng. Av now. 604-434-5578

No pets. Available now.

604 939-0944

POCO, 2 BR ste, $800. PITT MEADOW, 1 BR ste, $650. Pet ok. Sh’d W/D. Pitt Meadow STORAGE 1150sf, $600. 604-727-4085 or 604-552-6084

BBY 11TH/2ND St 2BR g/lvl, totally renod, granite counters, new appls, full bath. N/s, np. $950 incls utils. Av now. 604-526-8798

BBY, 14 Ave/2nd St. 1 BR, grd/lvl. $700/mo incl hydro. Shared w/d. Ns/np. May 1. 604-802-4492 BBY E, 7559 2nd St, 2 yrs old 3 BR mn flr hse, h/w flrs, full baths, new appls, gated compound. $2200. Avail Now. 604-861-8819

BBY, HIGHGATE. Spacious 1 BR + den. F/bath, sh’d w/d, f/yard. Suits 1. Nr bus. N/s, n/p. $700/mo incl hydro. May 1. 604-522-6525

6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-20

Coq./Poco/ Port Moody

COQ, Lough Skytrain. Bright rm. Sh’d big kitchen. $480 incl util/’net & a/c. Ns/np. Refs. 778-355-3575

POCO, NORTHSIDE 1 BR g/lvl, n/s, n/p, shared w/d, $675 + 1/3 utils. Avail May 1. 604-728-7404

6605

Townhouses Rent

PITT MEADOWS 3 BR T/H, quiet family complex, Rent geared to income, n/p, 604-465-4851 POCO 2 BR, 2 baths, gas f/p, enste w/d, secure prkg, nr amens, ns, May 1. $1300. 604-837-4964 POCO 2 BR T/H $785/mo. Quietfamily complex, No Pets! Avail Now. Call 604-464-0034 PORT COQUITLAM 2 BR townhouse, $830, quiet-family complex, no pets call 604-464-0034.

RIVERS INLET Townhouses

BBY METROTOWN, Lrg 2 BR, 2 bath, Reno’d, all new appls, priv entry. $1000 incls utls, cable. Suits family. Pet negot. N/S. Avail now. Elwell St. 604-463-0029 BBY N. Lrg 3 BR upper flr. On bus route to SFU. $1500/mo incl util, sh’d w/d. N/s, n/p. 604-420-7998 BBY, Near BCIT, 2 BR g/lvl ste. NS/NP. $1000 incl utils, shared w/d, Immed. 604-438-1790 BBY N near SFU, bright & newly decorated upper 3 BR Duplex, 2 bath, 5 appls, f/p, carport. NS/NP. 604-420-3269 or 604-760-7043

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

BBY NORTH, Lrg 1 BR ste, own W/D & all appls. $1050 + 25 % utls. Now. NS/NP. 604-261-3999

BBY Pandora/Gilmore, 1 BR ste, own W/D, rad heat, $975 incls utls/cbl/net. NS/NP 604-253-5395 BBY S. Lrg 1 BR gr lev, priv entry, inste W/D, F/P, quiet, $825 incls utls. NS/NP. Suits adults. Refs. Burnfield Cres. 604-526-7335

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

Call 604-942-2012

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8010

Alarm/Security

COQ, lrg 1 BR in quiet bldg, Storage, lndry, parking. Ns/Np. $625, ref, nr amen. 604-931-7432

COQ. WEST Upper 2 BR, own W/D, sundeck. Avl May 1. $1025 + utls. NS/NP. 604-637-3662

MAPLE RIDGE 2 BR, own W/D, D/W. $900 incls utls/cbl/prkg. N/S. Pet negot. 604-463-0029

NEW WEST. 2 BR bsmt, full bath. Ns/np, no laundry. $950/mo incl hydro/cbl. Immed. 778-836-1196

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7015

Escort Services

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8075

Drywall

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8020

Blinds & Draperies

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

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8080

Electrical

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COQ, CENTRE, 1 BR gr lev ste, Own W/D, sep entry. Avail now, $750 incls utls. NS/NP. 604-945-6755 or 604-767-8049 COQ COMO Lk/Blue Mtn area 1 BR bright suite, new bath/kitchen, d/w, share w/d. Avail, May 1. $600+ 1/3 elec. 778-896-2625

7010

HOME SERVICES

COQ. 2 BR, grd/lvl. Private w/d & entry. Full bath. N/s, n/p. $975/mo incls utils. Immed. 604-931-3677

COQ SPAC 2 BR ste g/lvl, cls to schl/bus. Inc w/d, hyd, net. N/S, N/P. Avail Now. $1000. 604-729-4709or 778-355-3964

or Bayside Property Services Office: 604-432-7774

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

BBY 1 BR bsmt, nr City Hall, $800 incls utils, cbl & internet. n/s, n/p, Avail May 1. 604-889-8529

Office/Retail Rent

6565

Suites/Partial Houses

N. WEST, Queensborough, Large 2 BR, g/lvl. $800 incl util & W/D. May 1. Ns/np. 604-525-7039

CALL 604 723-8215 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

6602

3BDRM, POCO, Full Bath, InsuiteW/D, Grdlvl, Sep.entry, NS/ NP, $1200+1/3util 604-945-6256

COQ, near Lougheed Mall, 3 br main flr house, dw, fp, share wd, $1300+60% utils, ns, no pets, avail May. 1, 604-808-4155

BBY N room in house, priv ent, bath & kit. Nr Lough Mall, SFU & Skytrain. $420 incl hyd/cbl/net, w/d, Ns/np. May 1. 604-438-7341

1 BR Apt, $750/mo, 2 BR Apt, $925/mo, 3 BR Apt, $1100/mo.

Suites/Partial Houses

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6602

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Time to Get Your Own Place?

6508

Call Rod at 778-835-8319

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8055

Cleaning

Harmony Home Cleaning & Assistance 10%OFF your 1st cleaning! High Quality/Low Price/No HST Custom, Affordable Cleaning. Make your space beautiful! Call Misti, 778-846-6478 www.harmonyhomecleaning.ca ★★★★A GIFT OF TIME ★★★★ European standard. Lic/Ins. ICBC & Veteran claims. Free Window Cleaning , 778-840-2421

8060

Concrete

Contr 97222. 40 years exp. 1 stop! Reas. rates! BBB. 778-988-9493

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

8087

Excavating

ABSOLUTE BOBCAT & EXCAVATION LTD.

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

Call Ryan: 604-329-7792

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

NEW WEST Queens Park, bright 1 BR ste, own W/D, priv entry, small yard. Suits 1. $750 incls utl. Av now. NS/NP. 604-525-3130

8073

NEW WEST, Queensborough. Clean & spac. 1 BR. Ns/np. $625 incl hydrol. Near bus, park, shops, schools. Avail now. 604-306-3057

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

Drainage

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

Artistry of Hardwood Floors

Refinish, sanding, install, dustless Prof & Quality work 604-219-6944 Century Hardwood Floors ★Hardwood flr refinishing ★Repairs ★ Staining ★ Free Estimate. Contact 604-376-7224

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Gutters

A1 Steve’s Gutter Cleaning & Repair from $98. Gutters vacuumed/hand clean. 604-524-0667 PRESSURE WASHING, Gutter Cleaning and Repairs Call George • 778-859-7793

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Handyperson

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Lawn & Garden

Spring Services

Same Day Service, Fully Insured

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Lawn & Garden

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

FREE ESTIMATES

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

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BOOK A JOB AT

www.jimsmowing.ca

Landscaping

No job too big. No job too small. We keep it simple. • Spring/Fall Yard Cleanup • Pruning trees, shrubs & hedges the proper way! • Planting Plan & Full Installation • Retaining walls, walkways & bed edging • Patio, Deck & Rockery • Fence Removal & Installation

Please call Sherry

604-992-6654

Landscape Technician & Cert. Arborist

Kert Landscaping Ltd

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

604-942-5378

www.kertlandscaping.com ADAM’S YARD CARE Hedge trimming, pruning trees, yard clean up, etc Adam 778-899-4162 ★ AMAZING TOUCH LAND’G ★ Bobcat, paving, retaining walls, turf, planting, etc. 604-889-4083 ★ OPERA LANDSCAPING ★ Retaining walls, irrigation, paving, patios, fences, etc. 778-688-2444

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310-JIMS (5467)

Lawn & Garden

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

604-720-2853

www.atclandscape.com

* 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 COQUITLAM

LANDCAPING LTD.

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

Park’s Landscaping

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

604-518-3571

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

Akasha Turf Grass Mngt complete lawn restoration, aeration & fert. Res/Comm. $79. 526-6305

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

Need a Gardener?

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Masonry

ALL TYPES OF STONE, Brick, Block, Tiles, Reno’s & Repairs. Certified European Craftsman. 35 yrs exp. Call Mike 604-328-7974

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Moving & Storage

AFFORDABLE MOVING 1 to 3 Men

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

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

Planning on RENOVATING?

604-537-4140 www.affordablemoversbc.com

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

B&Y MOVING Experienced Movers ~ 2 Men $50 ~

604-708-8850

$35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 Abe Moving & Delivery and Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020 A MOVING EXPERIENCE WITH L & D ENTERPRISES !!! Fast & Dependable Special Rates Seniors Disc. Call 604-464-5872 ABBA MOVERS bsmt clean 1-4 ton Lic, ins’d from $35/hr, 2 men $45 hr honest 26 yrs est 506-7576. AMI MOVING ★ 3-5 ton cube. Starting at $39/hour. Local & long distances. 24/7 ★ 604-617-8620

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

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Power Washing

Grant’s Home Maintenance Complete Pressure Washing: Roofs, Houses, Driveways, etc Gutter Cleaning & Repairs.

Residential & Strata Prompt Service. WCB Insured

604- 936-2808

menunderpressure.ca Powerwashing & Gutters Free Quote, Low Cost Chris 604-463-1951

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Renovations & Home Improvement

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

Rubbish Removal

LOW COST Rubbish Removal Reno’s & Drywall / Demo. YARD & HOME Cleanup 604-727-5232 $35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 Abe Moving & Delivery and Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020

604-562-5934

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

RED’S RUBBISH REMOVAL and Home Maintenance. Reas. rates. Call Red, 604-290-7033 WILL HAUL out garages and bsmts, for little or no $ if saleable items are included. 604-936-8583

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Tiling

PTV HOME RENOVATIONS All types of reno’s, big or small. 20% off Tile. Call 778-235-1772

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Domestic

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Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

LEARN SMALL ENGINE REPAIR. Hands-on training on ATV’s, snowmobiles, personal watercraft. Excellent Instructors and shop equipment. On-campus residences. Write apprenticeship exams. GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888-999-7882 gprc.ab.ca/fairview TWO WHEELIN’ EXCITEMENT! Motorcycle Mechanic Program. GPRC Fairview Campus, Alberta. Hands-on training for street, offroad, dual sport bikes. Write 1st year apprenticeship exam. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview

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Tree Services

Scrap Car Removal

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

Scrap Car Removal

THE SCRAPPER SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC 2H

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

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Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

1986 CHEV Gruman. Propane. Step van style. This is an ex-tool truck. $5,500 obo. 604-607-7711

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Sports & Imports

2000 VW Jetta GLS, 88,000k, 4 cyl auto, full pwr, a/c, heated seats. $5900 obo. 604-936-0538 2010 NISSAN VERSA, 4 dr h/b, auto, red, some option 20k, $9000 Firm. 604-538-9257

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RV’s/Trailers

2007 CEDAR Creek 31 ft, 5th wheel, 2 slides, spotless cond. $26,000 obo. 604-590-2824 29 FT 5th WHEEL, recently refurbished, incls upholstery, awning, appls, new bed, wood flr, $4700 obo. 604-464-2702

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

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

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1992 THUNDERBIRD Super Coupe, 6 cyl, auto, exc shape $2000 firm, 604-858-3870

$ BEST RATES $ 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

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

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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

604-728-3009

www.jkbconstruction.com

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

★Cars ★ Parts ★ Collectibles★ Maple Ridge Fair Grounds ( 105th & Lougheed Hwy ) Admission $2.00 Free Parking Jake 604-941-7791

DISPOSAL BINS: Starting at $99 + dump fees. Call 604-306-8599 www.disposalking.com

CONSTRUCTION

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

DANN DECORATING Call Geoff Dann at:

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JENCO

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

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

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

grantshomemaintenance@shaw.ca

FUTUR GRAFFITI SOLUTIONS, Power Washing & Graffiti Removal. Hot/Cold Water. 604-420-2848

Collectibles & Classics

29th ANNUAL SWAP MEET Sunday Apr. 17th 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

PLUMBERS

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

Painting/ Wallpaper

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DB WINDOW CLEANING Window Cleaning Gutter Cleaning Pressure Washing Building Siding Cleaning Registered & Insureed Residential/Commercial 604-376-7842

db.windowcleaning@yahoo.com

604-761-7175 #1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673 FREE SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Top $$ for complete cars. Flat Rate Towing Service avail. Call ★ 604-720-0067

JKB CONSTRUCTION LTD. COMPLETE RENOVATIONS

604-728-3009 jkbconstruction.com

604-782-8665

A Name You Can Trust

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

Call 604-518-0974

#1 PAY-LESS PRO PAINTING 31 yrs exp. Spring Special Ext/Int. Call 24 hrs, 7 days 604-891-9967

To advertise your Home Service Business call Classiﬁeds 604-444-3000

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

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

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Seniors Discount

25% Off with this ad

Check out the specialists in our Home Service Directory of the Classiﬁeds and get started on your project today!

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Roofing

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

FREE ESTIMATES

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AUTOMOTIVE

Lawn & Garden • Clean-ups & Disposal, Gutters/Press Washing Seniors Disc. Al @ 604-783-3142

• Includes all Taxes • Licenced & Insured • Professional Piano Movers

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

Plumbing

CANRO SERVICE. H/W tank, furnace, boiler, drain, installations & repairs. BBB. 604-789-6767

WE CUT GRASS Lawn Maint. Reasonable rates. NO HST. Call Bill • 604-939-2274 Stevie’s Handyman Services Big or Small, we do it ALL! Call Stevie • 778-997-0337

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WWW.RENORITE.COM Bath, Kitchen, Suites & More Save Your Dollars 778-317-1256 THOMAS DIAMOND Quality Renos, Repairs, Decks, Stairs etc. Precise, Reliable, Prof, Insured. Free Est. 604-710-7941. thomasdiamond1@hotmail.com

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Roofing

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

A Eastcan Roofing & Siding Ltd Re-Roof, Repair. Ins. WCB. BBB. 604-562-0957 or 604-961-0324

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

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

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Paving/Seal Coating

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

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

Two Easy Steps to Finding a Pre-Owned Vehicle

1 Click.

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

2 Drive.

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

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TIMBERTECH TIMBERTECH COMPOSITE COMPOSITE DECKING DECKING

ALL CABOT & OLYMPIC STAINS

• Maintenance-free outdoor living spaces • Installs just like wood Starting at

$ 50

SQ.FT.

CEDAR DECKING

Select Tight Knot Cedar Decking

from

OFF

PRESSURE TREATED DECKING

Pressure Treated Pine Decking

$ 55

from

SQ.FT.

$ 20

SQ.FT.

GARAGE PACKAGE 24’ x 24’ Garage Package

Includes framing material, trusses, shingles, garage door, entrance door and windows (Siding and interior ﬁnishing are separate)

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BEDDING PLANT & HANGING BASKET SALE

Welcome Back Spring!

Hopefully, spring has returned for good and we’ve got loads of good weather to look forward to in the coming months. We’d like to take the opportunity to thank everyone who attended the Tri-Cities Home and Garden Show over the past weekend. Once again, it was very well attended and the foot trafﬁc through the Port Moody Recreation Complex was great. As we’ve done years past, the focus of our boothwasourTimbertechCompositeDecking program. For any homeowner that knows they’re going to be in their home for the next 7-10 years, the idea of a maintenance-free outdoor living space is a really appealing idea. Timbertech gives you the beautiful look of a wood deck without any of the hassle of cleaning, sanding or staining. It installs like any other wood product, requires no special tools, and can add considerable value and appeal to any home. For anyone that really loves the look and feel of a natural wood deck, we also have a large selection of cedar and pressure treated pine decking for you to choose from. To protect it, we are a stocking dealer of both Cabot and Olympic brand stains, perfect for exterior siding, fencing, and decking projects. If you’re looking for more space, our 24’x24’ garage package is the solution you need. The package includes plans and everything you need to build your new garage, including garage door, windows, entrance door and shingles. The only thing you have to add is the siding ﬁnish you’d prefer and we can help with that as well. If you’ve got a spring project, we’ve the tools and products you need. Come on down and see us at Poco Building Supplies and Build on our Experience.

All proceeds to BC Community Mental Health Society – Sale on May 6th & 7th Sale prices end April 30, 2011. Cash and carry only.

2650 Mary Hill Rd. Port Coquitlam

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