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editorial@thenownews.com Not many of the striking teachers lining a Coquitlam sidewalk Thursday morning, waving signs supporting public education, were confident they’d be back in their classrooms next week.

And not many were sure they’d vote to suspend their strike for two weeks — even if negotiations were underway to cut a deal and end the twomonth job action by B.C.’s 40,000 public-school teachers.

The mood was split between resignation and anger as the Tri-Cities NOW polled some of the 150 teachers and parents staging a rush-hour rally on Como Lake Avenue just hours before their union leader met with mediator Vince Ready in Richmond to brief him on their bargaining position.

The protest was the second of the week.

Wednesday, a similar group lined the route for two hours. Today (Friday morning), they planned to hold a rally outside the community office of Liberal MLA Linda Reimer in Port Moody’s Suter CONTINUED ON PAGE 5

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School board race is heating up

Jeremy DEUTSCH

jdeutsch@thenownews.com For several years now, School District 43 trustees have enjoyed a relatively easy path to re-election come polling time.

In 2011, there were just two non-incumbents running in the entire district, while three of the reps in Port Moody and Anmore were acclaimed.

But this year’s school board election is shaping up to be a much different story.

Before the summer has even set, five non-incumbent candidates have already announced their intention to run for a spot on the board, including one in Port Moody.

With a couple more candidates rumoured to be interested, the November contest is now looking more like a race.

It’s a fact not lost on board chair Melissa Hyndes, who has been acclaimed in Port Moody since she was first elected four terms ago.

“We’ve had a couple of tough years and people think they’re interested and they see they can make a difference,” she told the Tri-Cities NOW, adding she believes her acclamations in the last three elections amount to a show of support from the public for the job she’s done.

While Hyndes said she welcomes the competition and the opportunity to campaign,

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Candidates who have declared their intention to seek a seat on the School District 43 board in November are, from left, Carol Cahoon, Jeanette Jackson, Shari O’Neill, Michael Thomas and Jodie Wickens. she suggested much of the talk from the trustee hopefuls is a promise to make the board more fiscally accountable.

“This board has been very fiscally accountable,” she countered. “If they are elected, they’re going to see the job is very different from what they’re expecting.”

Indeed, many of the candidates have touched on either the issue of fiscal responsibility in their platform or the district’s financial management.

“I think it’s always good to have interest and have some kind of competition around an election,” Hyndes said.

“It’s an opportunity for everybody to share their views and point of view on school boards, public education and student achievement.”

Though the nine individuals making up the current

board have been together as their name forward.

And in School District 43, a group since 2005, Hyndes said any new faces would the recent budget troubles be welcomed into the fold, have also likely played a part adding the current group has in getting more names on the ballot. always made “I think students the there’s been priority. a lot of quesLong-time tions raised education If there is about what’s obser ver this much going on in and former Coquitlam Vancouver Sun competition, S c h o o l reporter Janet [incumbents] District,” she Steffenhagen should be said. offered a For the last couple of worried. three years, theories as –Janet Steffenhagen the district to why more Education Observer has found people are itself facing coming forward to run for trustee this a budget shortfall, with the biggest one for the 2014-15 election.

She suggested the ongoing school year at $13.4 million.

The budget shortfall the dispute between the province and teachers has more people previous year resulted in a concerned about the future forensic audit of the district’s of public education and has books.

And Steffenhagen, who them thinking about putting

suggested School District 43 used to have a sterling record with balanced budgets, said the current trustees should be looking over their shoulders.

“If there is this much competition, they should be worried,” she said. “They should ask themselves why there is growing competition.”

Allan Tupper, the head of UBC’s political science department, also suggested the current teachers’ dispute could be behind the surge in candidates.

He also said the complexity in the school system provides a substantial agenda of issues that brings people into politics, whether it be the increasing controversy of public versus private schools, the role of technology in classrooms, or increasing diversity in the education system.

“It’s a pretty full agenda,” Tupper said.

And if a couple of hopefuls make it on to the board, the UBC professor said the new trustees may find the job harder then they think.

Tupper said it’s one of the patterns in political life is that once people are elected they find they haven’t understood the complexities of the position.

He said there are a lot of complex issues in the modern school and staying on budget is a constant debate about priorities.

“They go in with certain expectations — sometimes they are naïve and they think politics is simple,” he said.

As for whether a larger crop of candidates will lead to more votes on elections day, Tupper said it’s possible if the candidates have different positions and make the efforts to debate and communicate them to the public. twitter.com/jertricitiesnow

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The rallies were originally planned as community demonstrations of support for enough funding to get a contract deal done and address cuts to programs and staffing.

But the ground was shifting rapidly this week.

Thursday, the government announced $64 million for a new high school in Surrey and additions to three elementary schools.

LISA KING/NOW The press release saying Jeff Brovold looks for support during Thursday’s rally in Education Minister Peter support of teachers.

Fassbender wanted to “share the good news” did not say why the announcement was being made now.

A day earlier, Fassbender called teachers’ union president Jim Iker and government negotiator Peter Cameron in for talks, and afterward asked that teachers put their strike on hold for two weeks while mediation took place.

Fassbender also asked that teachers set aside what he called “grievance” issues — the dispute over addressing two court rulings saying that LISA KING/NOW teachers had the right to bar- About 150 teachers and supporters showed up gain the size and makeup of Thursday for a rally outside Hillcrest Middle School. their classes. here putting our own family

By Thursday afternoon, date.

Fassbender challenged Iker to Here’s a sampling of their income on the line so that other people’s kids can get a hold a province-wide vote for comments: teachers on their willingness “I feel the government is proper education. The govto suspend the strike for two not really being honest about ernment had a choice about weeks and open classrooms what it is doing. I’m not confi- the appeal [of the class-size dent it will work the way they ruling]. They had all summer Sept. 2.

And he had repeated his say. I think it’s all a big show, to get a deal done.”

“We’re close on salary refusal to legislate teachers the stuff about getting classes [issues] but we need an opened.” back to work in “What’s the answer that will really help the future, and point of voting kids who need extra assistconfirmed that to go back for ance. The waits are so long parents would I think it’s all a two weeks? for testing. I see kids just getbe given $40 a If mediation ting tested in Grade 8 as they day for every big show, the doesn’t work, head for high school. And I’ve day schools stuff about we leave again known for three years that remain closed. getting classes and what does they had the problem and As the NOW that mean for needed help.” went to press, opened.

“These cuts have been the kids who Iker — who – A teacher at have started going on for 30 years. As an said he wants Thursday’s rally in class? That’s experienced teacher, you feel to see an offer Coquitlam just too dis- what is being lost. You know of new money what it means when you see ruptive.” from the gov“What if we experienced teachers leaving, ernment as part of mediation talks — set up classes and then the skill sets disappearing.”

“My school had a visit a was meeting with Ready to court ruling [a decision on lay out the teachers’ position the government appeal of the few years ago from [then so that Ready could make a class size and composition Liberal education minister] decision on whether media- issue] comes? We just have George Abbott. I told him tion was possible and when it to reshuffle all our classes the computer labs were terrible, so outdated. He told again.” might begin.

“That $40 a day, that was me the price of computers At the “honk-in” rally Thursday morning, teachers the final insult. To us and to and tablets was coming down were officially deferring to parents. And kids. We need so much that the expectation their union for a decision on to stick this out and settle a was that soon parents would be expected to supply those how to respond to the request proper deal.”

“This is all a result of gov- things for kids in class. That’s to put the strike on hold. But they were free with their ernment choices and we where we’re headed. That’s opinions on the situation to shouldn’t have to be out how they think.”

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Sex assault reported at White Pine Beach Jeremy DEUTSCH

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at White Pine Beach early Wednesday morning.

According to police, the 26-year-old victim had just met a man in Burnaby when

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“Any time there is a sex- feet, six-inches tall. He was ual-based offense, it’s treated driving a silver BMW.

While van Winkel couldn’t comment on details of the investigation, like when the pair arrived at the beach or how long they were there, he suggested it’s unusual for an incident to occur in that location, noting the gates to the park are locked at that time.

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Teacher agrees to quit job Jeremy DEUTSCH

jdeutsch@thenownews.com A Coquitlam teacher who admitted to letting students sit on his lap, despite repeated warnings by his superiors not to, has agreed to give up his teaching certificate.

According to a consent resolution agreement with the B.C. Teacher Regulation Branch, Kevin James Buffel has signed an agreement not to teach again, following an investigation by School District 43.

Documents state Buffel had been previously warned by district officials not to touch students. On one occasion in September 2013, the principal of the school where Buffel taught told him he should manage his interactions with students more carefully and avoid unnecessary contact.

The name of the school was removed from the consent agreement.

That same month, a district investigator told Buffel to stop touching children as the perception of touching children inappropriately could end his career.

However, on Jan. 14, the school’s principal saw a girl in Buffel’s Grade 2/3 class sitting on his lap, in a darkened room, while the class

watched a movie.

During the investigation, Buffel admitted that in spite of the warnings, he often allowed girls in his class to sit in his lap, that he picked them up and that he also hugged them.

The district also investigated Buffel’s use of his school computer and found that between Sept. 30, 2013, and Jan. 13, Buffel had repeatedly used the computer to view websites that included graphic pictures of private human anatomy.

He also viewed television shows of a highly sexual nature and/or inappropriate relationships between adults and children, including incest.

The investigation also found he used his computer during instructional hours to exchange e-mails or e-cards with his wife, search for items on e-Bay and Craigslist, read articles about matters of a personal but not professional nature and search for resource materials for a student he tutored in his personal time.

The discipline decision, which was made public earlier this month, noted Buffel’s use of the computer breached School District 43’s district-

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wide Internet appropriateuse policy.

On Jan. 20, Buffel was suspended with pay and in May, he resigned from the school district.

That same month Buffel gave up his teaching certificate.

On Wednesday, the Port Moody Police Department issued a statement noting the district had informed the department about allegations of inappropriate conduct involving a male teacher at a Port Moody elementary school.

“Police determined that nothing of a criminal nature had occurred,” the statement said. “As there were no criminal offences, the matter was deemed to be a personnel matter for SD43.”

The department also noted since charges were never laid, it can’t comment further on the matter.

District officials also sent out a press release that noted due to privacy legislation the district can’t comment further.

The district said its first priority is to protect students and ensure their well being, noting there is a set of procedures in place to investigate alleged misconduct.

The press release also said parents who have questions or concerns will receive information from the school, while parents of former students who have information or concerns are asked to contact the district and Port Moody police.

Buffel is the second district teacher to be disciplined for questionable behaviour in 2014.

A former teacher at Nestor Elementary was suspended for a month for using unnecessary physical force against a Grade 1 student with special needs during an incident in 2013.

The teacher quit the district earlier this year.

Last year, a couple of TriCities teachers were also disciplined.

In one case, a Dr. Charles Best Secondary teacher was suspended for a day-and-ahalf, required to take a diversity course and see an appointed psychologist after making several comments deemed inappropriate in 2012.

A Port Coquitlam teacher was also suspended for two days in 2012 after she left a class on a field trip at a swimming pool to retrieve her child from daycare. twitter.com/jertricitiesnow

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More options could mean more voters

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hoice in any facet of life is almost always a good thing.

That’s also the case when it comes to picking politicians.

In recent times, when Canadians have headed to the polls, the turnout has dropped.

That’s led to a constant refrain in the media and from political observers lamenting voter apathy.

That apathy is nowhere more evident than at the civic level, including school board elections.

It would seem just a matter of time before turnouts fall to the single digits.

While theories abound as to why people can’t seem to find the time to place an X by a name, seeing those same names on the ballot over and over again can’t be that exciting a proposition for voters.

But there may be hope this year, at least in the race for School District 43 trustee.

The ongoing teachers’ dispute and financial woes in the district appear to have ignited the public.

So far, five non-incumbent candidates have put their names forward for the ballot in November’s election and more may follow.

There were only two non-incumbent candidates in the entire district last election, and three trustees were acclaimed.

In fact, the current group of nine trustees has been together since 2005.

Ultimately, voters will decide if that group of nine have done a good job and should stay together.

But having more candidates can only lead to a much larger and necessary debate about the issues facing the district. And if that discussion gets people out on election day, we all win.

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.C.’s economy — already facing what seems like the perfect economic storm of stagnant job growth, an acute skills shortage and the recent Supreme Court of Canada decision on First Nation land title claims — can now add one more low pressure system into that mix: the Mount Polley Mine disaster.

In its wake to date: government announced delays to Imperial Metals’ Red Chris Mine and the suspension of the environmental assessment of the Morrison open-pit mine project northeast of Smithers. For the mining sector — which had wanted environmental assessments and mine approvals reduced from upwards of 10 years to as little as three — Mount Polley threw a big wet dish rag on that one as well.

But what hurts the most about Mount Polley? It may prove — at least in part — to be self-inflicted, laying waste to that old cliché that “A penny saved is a penny earned.”

In its obsession to balance the budget at all costs, the B.C. government may have overlooked the fact that cutting corners doesn’t always pay off in the long run. Sometimes you need to spend money in order to save it.

As part of its 2001 Core Services Review: The Original (not the sequel), the government of Gordon Campbell cut the public sector by roughly 7,000 positions. Red tape was out, deregulation was in.

Industry — according to the senior mandarins of the day — could be trusted to inspect itself for the most part, with an occasional personal appearance from a government inspector but never obtrusively so.

Despite early warning signs from the Walkerton tragedy in Ontario that cutbacks might not work out so well, the

Campbell government continued on its merry cost-cutting ways.

A few months later, in 2002, Justice Dennis O’Connor — who had been appointed by the Ontario government to conduct the Walkerton Inquiry — formally concluded that government cutbacks had made the environment ministry less capable of identifying and dealing with environmental problems.

Fast forward to 2010, when the Testalinden Dam burst near Oliver, B.C. Commenting on the failure at the time, B.C. Public Safety Minister Michael de Jong stated: “Going forward, we will ensure communities are better protected from this kind of risk.”

That commitment didn’t work out so well.

And just as there were early warnings over the Testalinden Dam, there were also warnings over Mount Polley.

If the lessons from Walkerton and Testalinden didn’t sink in, maybe this time they will. As they say: third time lucky. Some of those lessons start at the top.

First: political leaders who like parades need to be present when communities are hurting and shouldn’t have to be chased by the media to show up.

All point bulletins shouldn’t have to be issued for key ministers to report for duty either. It sucks when things go wrong on your holidays, but you signed up for the job. And that means being available to your office 24/7, 365 days of the year. Out of cellphone range doesn’t cut it.

The government needs to shoot straight with the public. No more references to toxic sludge as “fine sand” or comparing a tailings dam breach with an “avalanche” or saying “this shouldn’t have happened.”

British Columbians had that last one figured out all on their own without the

assistance of the B.C. Government and Public Engagement Office.

The government’s duty, first and foremost, is to British Columbians, not the shareholders of Imperial Metals. They can handle their own PR. Stop trying to defy gravity. Case in point: in an Aug. 8 interview on CBC Radio, Environment Minister Mary Polak claimed that “the number of inspections of mines has not changed,” since the B.C. Liberals came to power in 2001.

On the very same day, David P. Ball reported in The Tyee that the number of mine inspections in 2001, “were nearly double the number as there were in 2012.”

And while it may seem an eternity ago, only last year British Columbians were being promised yellow brick roads paved with $100 billion in LNG prosperity gold — promises that seem more fanciful by the day.

But despite that hoopla, the single biggest job creation project in B.C. for 2014 may very well be the cleanup at the Mount Polley Mine.

Dermod Travis is the executive director of IntegrityBC.

WHAT DO YOU THINK? Share your opinion on this column or anything else you read in The Tri-Cities NOW by sending a letter to the editor to editorial@thenownews.com, with “letter to the editor” in the subject line. We edit for taste, legality and length, and both letters to the editor and opinion columns may be reproduced on The Tri-Cities NOW website, www.thenownews.com.

LETTERS COQUITLAM NEEDS MORE WADING POOLS

I read with dismay the article

by Chris Montgomery in the TriCities NOW newspaper on Friday, Aug. 8 regarding the proposal to close the wading pool in Blue Mountain Park.

My home is on Floyd Avenue directly across the road from the pool.

We have lived here for almost 56 years, and the pool has always been a place where our children, as well as many hundreds of other toddlers, have spent countless summer hours having fun and getting cooled off in a safe, supervised environment.

Many, many times I have watched from my front window as excited little folk, perhaps only two or three years old, enter the park pursued by a caregiver and race to the pool for a refreshing dip.

Often mom or dad can be seen wading in the water with a babe in arms, or sitting on the edge beside a nervous or shy child.

This could not happen in a water park, which is a great lot of fun for bigger kids, but not always too toddler friendly.

Our pool, as I understand it, is the only remaining wading pool in the City of Coquitlam; all the other ones have been done away with.

This seems to me to be totally inadequate for a city of 58 square miles (152 square kilometres).

I only wish those people who make the decisions would just spend a few hours visiting the pool in Blue Mountain Park any sunny summer day.

It may give you a different perspective, and I might suggest perhaps a new thought: consider building some additional pools that would serve other areas of Coquitlam.

We would both be very sad and disappointed to see the demolition of “our” pool and our thoughts are with the children who will be deprived.

I wish to include a purely anecdotal bit of information as to the history of this pool — it was built prior to the Second World War, in the late 1930s, by a group of volunteers.

I’m sure you have the legal right to demolish the pool, but what of the “moral” right of something built by volunteers?

Lorne and Barbara Scott Coquitlam

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Kudos to the volunteers involved in the organization, the energetic and energizing bands, the generous sponsors and, last but not least, Mother Nature, who gifted us with mainly clear Sundays. Looking forward to next year’s concerts.

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City of Coquitlam

City of Coquitlam Facility Hours

Labour Day

September 1, 2014

Many of Coquitlam’s facilities have holiday operating hours or may be closed.

(If you require emergency assistance regarding water, sewer or roads, please call 604-927-3500.)

Dewdney Trunk Road Water Main Installation New water main installation along the north side of Dewdney Trunk Road, west of Mariner Way, between Pier Drive and Cawthra Court. Construction work to begin week of September 2 with completion in December 2014. Construction crews will work Monday - Thursday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Drivers encouraged to use alternate routes while above work is underway.

We appreciate your patience during construction.

Please watch for work crews and equipment and obey all traffic control personnel and signs, including construction speed limits.

Visit coquitlam.ca/roadwork for details. Engineering and Public Works Customer Service Line: 604-927-3500. Open 24 Hours/7 Days a week.

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Coquitlam Animal Shelter

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Coquitlam City Hall

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Dogwood Pavilion

Closed

Eagle Ridge Pool

1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Glen Pine Pavilion

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Pinetree Community Centre

Closed

Poirier Community Centre

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Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex

8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Robinson Memorial Park Cemetery

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Calling all non-profit & community groups!

Applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2014 Spirit of Coquitlam Grants SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Monday, September 22, 2014 at 4:30 p.m.

Increase your chances for success Attend an application workshop!

Workshops are highly recommended for first time applicants. Even returning applicants will pick up a few tips! Workshops will be held at Pinetree Community Centre, 1260 Pinetree Way. Pre-registration is required.

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It’s time to say goodbye to your old trash cans.

From September 1-30, residents who wish to, may put out old cans to be recycled on their Garbage Cart collection day (bi-weekly). Just place the cans at the curbside where you place your Carts by 7:30 a.m. All cans must be empty with no garbage inside.

SEPARATE YOUR WASTE. Coquitlam’s new waste collection program FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT COQUITLAM.CA/TRASHTALK OR PHONE 604 927 3500

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Land Use Committee Notice

When: Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at 7pm • Where: Brovold Room, City Hall, 100 Newport Dr., Port Moody, B.C. The Land Use Committee is holding a public meeting on Tuesday, September 2 to consider the following applications.

jdeutsch@thenownews.com

How do I get more information?

1. Address: All Small Holding Rural Zone (A-1*) and the Extensive Rural and Recreational Zone (A-2*) lands (Rezoning Application 6700-20-122) Applicant: City of Port Moody Purpose: To amend GVRD Zoning Bylaw (No.511) in order to prohibit medical marihuana production uses in the Small Holding Rural Zone (A-1*) and the Extensive Rural and Recreational Zone (A-2*) lands.

How can I provide input?

1. If you believe your property is affected by this rezoning, attend this meeting in person and submit comments directly to Council.

Another trustee candidate has stepped forward, this time in Port Moody.

Earlier this week, Jeanette Jackson announced her candidacy for trustee.

In a press release, she said her goals are to provide stability for families and educators, fiscal responsibility, and innovation within the framework of the school board trustees’ roles and responsibilities.

“Over the last 12-plus years, the two school board trustees from Port Moody have acclaimed their roles on the board,” Jackson stated.

“This means they have not engaged the community or campaigned to earn the respect from voters.”

Jackson said it’s time for a change on the school board, with new ideas, fresh energy and oversight into the education system.

The press release said the single mother and entrepreneur, who lives in the Klahanie area, is a volunteer, coach and mentor sitting as a Port Moody Police Board member.

Jackson, the first declared candidate in Port Moody, joins a growing list of hopefuls in Coquitlam, including Jodie Wickens, Shari O’Neill and Carol Cahoon, as well as Michael Thomas in PoCo.

Hodge to run again

2. You can also send a submission in writing anytime before 12 noon on September 2, 2014.

If you plan on sending your feedback ahead of time, email it to clerks@portmoody.ca or fax it to 604.469.4550

Jeremy DEUTSCH

James Stiver, MAES, MCIP, RPP, General Manager of Development Services

2. Address: All Light Industrial (M1) and the General Industrial (M3) lands (Rezoning Application 6700-20-122) Applicant: City of Port Moody Purpose: To amend the Zoning Bylaw in order to permit medical marihuana production uses in the Light Industrial (M1) and the General Industrial (M3) lands.

604.469.4500 www.portmoody.ca

Five to run for trustee Jeremy DEUTSCH

Get in touch!

Review the proposed and related information at the Development Services Department, City Hall, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody, B.C. anytime between 8:30am and 5pm, Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays.

NEWS

jdeutsch@thenownews.com A first-term councillor is hoping to make it a second one in Coquitlam.

On Monday, Coun. Craig Hodge announced he’s seeking re-election for city council in this fall’s civic election.

In a press release, Hodge said he pledges to work to preserve residents’ quality of life and to continue to minimize property tax increases as Coquitlam grows.

“We must maintain existing service levels, and work with developers and other partners to expand our parks and green spaces, and build new sports and cultural amenities to keep pace with a population that could increase as much as 50 per cent over the next 10 years,” he said.

Hodge finished second in 2011, picking up 9,424 votes.

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jdeutsch@thenownews.com Coquitlam Mounties are asking for the public’s help in tracking down suspects responsible for an alleged assault.

Police say a 37-year-old Coquitlam man was attacked by a group of men while walking in the 3100 block of PoCo’s Westwood Street between 8:30 and 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 12. The victim suffered moderate but non-life-threatening head injuries. He was able to fend off his attackers and get medical attention.

Police said the group of men was initially near a car wash and detail shop on Westwood near Gordon Avenue and attacked the victim when he walked by. It’s believed the attack was an isolated incident and some type of weapon was involved in the assault. The suspects, who were described as Asian, fled in two or more vehicles once they saw someone approaching in another vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550.

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Land Use Committee Notice

When: Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at 7pm • Where: Brovold Room, City Hall, 100 Newport Dr., Port Moody, B.C. The Land Use Committee is holding a public meeting to consider the following applications: LOCATION MAP - 2313 & 2315 St. Johns Street

SUBJECT PROPERTY

LOCATION MAP - Lots 67-69 (Blk. 11) Mercier Road

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1. Address: 2313-2315 St. Johns Street (Rezoning Application 6700-20-119) Applicant: Integra Architecture Inc. Purpose: To amend the Official Community Plan (OCP) for 2313-2315 St. Johns Street to allow for a four storey building, and to Rezone 2313-2315 St. Johns Street from One-Family Residential to Comprehansive Development Zone CD61.

If approved, this application would allow for a 17 unit townhouse development.

James Stiver, MAES, MCIP, RPP, General Manager of Development Services

Get in touch!

How do I get more information?

Review the proposed and related information at the Development Services Department, City Hall, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody, B.C. anytime between 8:30am and 5pm, Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays.

604.469.4500 www.portmoody.ca

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2. Address: Lots 67-69, Block 11, District Lot 349, Group 1, New Westminster District Plan 2483, on Mercier Road (Rezoning Application: 6700-20-125) Applicant: City of Port Moody Purpose: To amend the Official Community Plan (OCP) for the subject properties on Mercier Road from Single Family Low Density Form to Parks and Open Space; and to Rezone the subject properties from Acreage Reserve (A1) to Public Service (P1). The purpose of the application is to allow for the dedication of these properties as parkland.

How can I provide input?

1. If you believe your property is affected by this permit, attend the meeting in person and submit comments directly to Land Use Committee.

2. You can also send a submission in writing anytime before 12 noon on September 2, 2014. If you plan on sending your feedback ahead of time, email it to clerks@portmoody.ca or fax it to 604.469.4550

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A SALUTE TO LABOUR UNIONS

‘Building strength for all of our members today and tomorrow’

Thank you to all workers who, through their labour, make our communities a better place to live.

Raj Chouhan , MLA Kathy Corrigan , MLA

Burnaby-Edmonds Burnaby-Deer Lake 5234 Street 150 -Rumble 5172 Kingsway Burnaby, Burnaby,BC BCV5J V5H2B6 2E8 604-660-7301 604-775-2414 raj.chouhan.mla@leg.bc.ca kathy.corrigan.mla@leg.bc.ca www.rajchouhan.ca www.kathycorrigan.ca

Raj Chouhan , MLA Mike Farnworth , MLA

Kathy SelinaCorrigan Robinson, MLA , MLA

Burnaby-Deer Lake Coquitlam-Maillardville 150 - 5172Austin Kingsway 102-1108 Avenue Burnaby, BCBC V5H 2E8 Coquitlam, V3K 3P5 604-775-2414 604-933-2001 kathy.corrigan.mla@leg.bc.ca selina.robinson.mla@leg.bc.ca www.kathycorrigan.ca www.selinarobinson.ca

Mike Farnworth Selina Robinson, MLA

JudyDarcy Darcy,,MLA MLA Judy

NewWestminster Westminster New 737Sixth SixthStreet Street 737 NewWestminster, Westminster,BC BCV3L V3L3C6 3C6 New 604-775-2101 604-775-2101 judy.darcy.mla@leg.bc.ca judy.darcy.mla@leg.bc.ca www.judydarcy.ca www.judydarcy.ca

Jane JaneShin Shin, ,MLA MLA

Burnaby-Edmonds Port Coquitlam 5234 Rumble Street Highway 107A-2748 Lougheed Burnaby, BC V5JBC 2B6 Port Coquitlam, V3B 6P2 604-660-7301 604-927-2088 raj.chouhan.mla@leg.bc.ca mike.farnworth.mla@leg.bc.ca www.rajchouhan.ca www.mikefarnworthmla.ca

Port Coquitlam Coquitlam-Maillardville 107A-2748 Lougheed Highway 102-1108 Austin Avenue Port Coquitlam, BC3P5 V3B 6P2 Coquitlam, BC V3K 604-927-2088 604-933-2001 mike.farnworth.mla@leg.bc.ca selina.robinson.mla@leg.bc.ca www.mikefarnworthmla.ca www.selinarobinson.ca

Burnaby Burnaby- -Lougheed Lougheed #3-8699 #3-869910th 10thAvenue Avenue Burnaby, Burnaby,BC BCV3N V3N2S9 2S9 604-660-5058 604-660-5058 jane.shin.mla@leg.bc.ca jane.shin.mla@leg.bc.ca www.janeshinmla.ca www.janeshinmla.ca

Kennedy Stewart Fin Donnelly , MP , MP

Fin Donnelly , MP Peter Julian, MP

Peter Julian , MP , MP Kennedy Stewart

Burnaby-Douglas New Westminster-Coquitlam and Moody 4658Port Hastings Street 1116 Austin Burnaby, BCAvenue V5C 2K5 Coquitlam, BC V3K 3P5 604-291-8863 604-664-9229 kennedy.stewart@parl.gc.ca n.donnelly@parl.gc.ca www.kennedystewart.ca ndonnelly.ca

New Westminster-Coquitlam Burnaby-New Westminster and Port Moody 7615 6th Street 1116 Austin Avenue Burnaby, BC V3N 3M6 Coquitlam, BC 604-775-5707 V3K 3P5 604-664-9229 peter.julian.c1@parl.gc.ca n.donnelly@parl.gc.ca www.peterjulian.ca ndonnelly.ca

Burnaby-New Westminster Burnaby-Douglas 7615 6th Street 4658 Hastings Street Burnaby, Burnaby,BC BCV3N V5C3M6 2K5 604-775-5707 604-291-8863 peter.julian.c1@parl.gc.ca kennedy.stewart@parl.gc.ca www.peterjulian.ca www.kennedystewart.ca

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A SALUTE TO LABOUR UNIONS

People before

Working together for all British Columbians

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MEDICARE COVERS EVERYBODY. AND EVERYBODY BENEFITS. But Medicare opponents are heading to court to try and dismantle Canada’s public health care system.

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A Labour Day message from the 43,000 members of the Hospital Employees’ Union

UNIFOR 2000

his spring, I had the honour of being elected to lead B.C.’s most diverse union.

The over 67,000 women and men of the BC Government and Service Employees’ Union (BCGEU) work in all areas of the province, in a wide variety of roles, making a real difference in their communities.

From childcare to child protection; preventative health care to palliative care; social work to corrections; and so much more — what our members share is a dedication to working together for the benefit of all British Columbians.

As the union that represents these remarkable workers, we owe it to them to not only protect the vital public services they provide, but to continuously work for positive social change.

BCGEU members want to belong to a movement that can make progressive new policies that B.C. needs, such as $10 a day childcare, a reality.

That’s why this Labour Day — my first as BCGEU president — as we celebrate the

Stephanie Smith hard-fought gains the union movement has made for B.C. and Canada, I’d like to also look forward and talk about what we still have left to do.

Our province and country are faced with growing income inequality — including a gender wage gap of 26 per cent that is, frankly, embarrassing. Our young people have the distinction of being the first generation that will be worse off economically than the one that came before.

But the labour movement is in a unique position to change all of that. Hundreds of British Columbians lift themselves out of poverty each year by joining the

BCGEU or other unions to achieve collective bargaining rights at their workplace.

The wage increases they gain by working together go right back into their local economies, invigorating communities across the province.

The increased tax revenues provide funding for the public services that we all rely on.

Just think of the exciting things we could do if we all worked together to ensure that everyone, in all regions of the province — regardless of race, gender or socioeconomic status — had access to a job where they were paid a living wage and treated with respect.

This is what the labour movement has to offer British Columbians: strong, united and dynamic communities full of people who care for one another.

When we all band together to demand that vital services be publicly available to everyone — not just those who can afford them — we’ll have a whole new set of victories to celebrate each year at the end of August.

Stephanie Smith is president of the BCGEU.

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A SALUTE TO LABOUR UNIONS

Labour movement stagnant: SFU prof Tereza VERENCA editorial@thenownews.com B.C.’s labour movement is at a crossroads, according to a Simon Fraser University professor.

Mark Leier, who teaches history at the school, said for the last three decades, unions have been less interested in organizing the unorganized and have seen a dip in membership as a result.

“People are not inspired anymore. If the unions act like a body that take your dues and don’t do much for you, it’s hard to get excited,” he said. “Back then, belonging to one was a real source of pride.”

According to Statistics Canada, B.C.’s unionization rate was 36 per cent in 1997, 33 per cent in 2005 and 31 per cent in 2012.

Leier said there are a few contributing factors to the decline, including globalization.

“We’re in a time where

Mark Leier we’ve seen manufacturing jobs go to places like China,” he said. “They’ve been replaced by cheap service sector jobs.”

The fact employers are using foreign workers’ programs doesn’t help either, Leier added.

“It’s odd because we’re told if wages are low enough, they’ll hire people. They’re not hiring and they’re looking at these programs that carry even lower wages.”

The difficulty to unionize has also risen due to a

changing labour code that allows employees to face consequences should they join a union.

“Lots of workplaces have videos that say, ‘If you see a union rep, run here and pull this emergency button.’ Forty years ago, they couldn’t have done that. The law said it was everyone’s right to join,” he said.

“It was no more their business than it was to know what religion or political party you belonged to.”

According to Leier, in order for quality of life to improve, the labour movement needs to continue to tackle issues like minimum wage.

“It needs to be close to 20 dollars an hour,” he said.

“When I hear people get excited about making 16 bucks an hour, that’s terrible.

That’s not a living wage in the Lower Mainland.”

Jim Sinclair, president of the B.C. Federation of Labour, said his organization is still working on getting the CONTINUED ON PAGE 22

Happy Labour Day From the faculty and staff who work and teach in BC’s colleges, universities and institutes.

POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION OPENS DOORS TO LEARNING, CAREERS AND INQUIRING MINDS.

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A SALUTE TO LABOUR UNIONS

Labour & United Way Partnership Working together to improve lives and strengthen our communities.

Join us in celebrating working people everywhere this Labour Day.

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Trade qualifications ensure quality work

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uying a home or building should not be a quality gamble. It is our right as consumers to expect that buildings are constructed to industry standards by certified tradespeople.

At one time it was mandatory that city and municipal building inspectors routinely verified trades qualification tickets on the job site as part of their inspection process.

Unfortunately, several years ago, policy changes directed inspectors to cease this practice. Without this check in place there is no assurance that workers on a job site have served their apprenticeships or even know the building trade code pertaining to their trade.

Homeowners should be aware that their property insurance and ultimately their investment is jeopardized if unqualified workers do their repairs and renovations.

Protect your investment — request proof of trade qualifications prior to allowing repairs or renovations on

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Homeowners can request proof of trade qualifications before allowing work to be done on their property. your property.

The various building trade codes and practices were developed to ensure quality workmanship and public safety. Whether union or non-union, we should be assured that any construction is done by qualified tradespeople.

The United Association, consisting of plumbers, steamfitters, sprinklerfitters, instrumentation techs and

welders, supplies our signatory contractors with only ticketed tradespeople and indentured apprentices who have on the job and in-school technical training.

Our pledge to you is to do the job right the first time.

Please visit our website to find out more about us and our training centres: www. uapicbc.ca.

— Submitted by UA Local 170

The United Association of Journeymen & Apprentices of the Plumbing & Pipefitting Industry of United States & Canada

HAPPY

LABOUR DAY

Unions are about fairness: workplace fairness; economic fairness; opportunity fairness; political fairness; and democratic fairness. Unions promote fairness, not just for their members, but for all Canadians. James Clancy

UA Local 170 wishes evereyone a safe and happy long weekend!

201-1658 Fosters Way, Delta, BC V3M 6S6 T. 604-526-0441 F. 604-526-6261 www.ualocal170.com

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A SALUTE TO LABOUR UNIONS

A better future is at the heart of labour

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hen people raise their voices to effect positive change, incredible things can happen.

It can be the smallest action, like voting, that can create change, something British Columbians will be doing in the upcoming municipal elections.

Unions are an important force for democracy, not just in the workplace, but beyond. Unions advocate for better social, economic and environmental policies.

An international study released in 2008 of labour and work found, among other things, that the countries in which union density rates are higher are also the ones in which the welfare state is more developed.

Here in Canada, we have a strong social safety net in place to catch us when we need help. That’s due in part to the strength of the labour movement and unions. It’s also due in part to non-profits like United Way that fund so many of the agencies that

do front-line work to help us in our times of need.

Here in the Lower Mainland, United Way and labour have worked together to change lives for the better for more than 30 years. With the incredible support from individual donors, many members of local unions, United Way moves families from poverty to possibility, helps kids be all that they can be, and builds stronger communities for seniors.

United Way of the Lower Mainland touches the lives of 400,000 people a year, investing in more than 150 local agencies providing 450 programs and services in 26 communities across Metro Vancouver and the Sea to Sky

corridor.

The power of the nearly 500,000-strong labour membership in B.C. is key to making a difference — that and the dedication and leadership of passionate individuals like Gwenne Farrell, who not only lends her voice but also indefatigable action.

An economist and financial analyst, Farrell is a long-time union activist who is vicepresident of COPE Local 378 and sits on the United Way of the Lower Mainland’s board of directors.

“When we work together, I strongly believe that we can make a big impact on our communities and the people who live in them,” says Farrell.

“As Canadians celebrate Labour Day this weekend, it’s a good time to reflect on how much we have accomplished as a united group with a common goal, and commit to continuing to help each other.”

Working together, we are possibility. Change starts with you: www.uwlm.ca.

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abour Day weekend is a holiday filled with family, friends and community.

Work is often the last thing on people’s minds this weekend but it’s actually the reason we celebrate the first Monday of September.

The struggle for reasonable working conditions and public safety should be at the forefront of our minds this Labour Day. The eight-hour workday, paternity leave, the five-day workweek, rights for samesex partners and more are issues the labour movement has fought hard for. These important benefits have become a standard in our society; however, challenges relating to fairness continue.

The ongoing reduction in public services and deregulation that the provincial and federal governments have foisted upon citizens for many years has reached a crisis. We believe there is increasing risk of more dam failures like Mt. Polley because of the legacy of cuts

to licensed science officers who work for the province.

In B.C., we have the leanest public sector in Canada.

The capacity of B.C.’s engineers to monitor and evaluate the safety of B.C.’s bridges or foresters to manage and steward our natural resources is challenged because of 15-per-cent cuts to experts and scientists in the public service over the past five years.

These massive cuts in the context of making deregulation a public policy priority are extremely detrimental to the public interest. The Auditor General, the Ombudsperson and the Forest Practices Board have all released reports or audits that explain in detail how publicly owned lands and resources are under threat due to lack of appropriate government regulation and stewardship.

We need to prioritize a professional public service and public sector that has the resources to deliver excellent service to the people of

British Columbia. We believe that the vast publicly owned lands with the bountiful natural resources must be stewarded so that economic growth can be accomplished in balance with other important values, including sustainability and the environment.

The cuts to B.C.’s science officers and professionals must stop. Government must ensure they have the staff resources to bring scientific knowledge and expertise to the decision-making process.

This Labour Day we can reflect on the hard-fought rights we have acquired that have set the standard in our society and necessity for ensuring the public interest is a priority. We have set our sights on striving for a professional public service in B.C. to support that.

Scott McCannell is the executive director of the Professional Employees Association (pea.org), a labour union representing 2,500 professionals in British Columbia.

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Professionals face many employment problems every day and a union can help with some of these challenges. The PEA is a trade union that offers low membership dues, a unique servicing model and direct access to experienced labour relations experts.

Call us at 1-800-779-7736 or visit us online at pea.org

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A SALUTE TO LABOUR UNIONS

Unions stand up for fairness in Canada

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better places to live and work. anada’s Labour Day weekend The research shows that, on average, is a public holiday filled with memories of family, friends and unionized workers in Canada earned $5.17 an community. While work is the last hour more last year than employees without a union at work, which translated into an thing most people want to think additional $823.3 million every week into about before they leave another summer the pockets of 4.69 million working people. behind, it’s actually the reason why we have Those extra earnings not only add up, they a long weekend and the means to enjoy it. get spent close to home. They Over a century ago, trade unions marked the day to support local businesses and celebrate their achievements, bolster the local tax base, most notably their push for an which supports public works, eight-hour work day. In 1894, community services and charities.

Labour Day became an official Union membership is statutory holiday for everyone especially important for to enjoy. What had begun with women and younger workunions standing up for fairers. Research shows that in ness finished with something for everyone to enjoy. That’s Canada, women who belong been the story of the labour to a union earn an average movement: when unions stand of $6.89 an hour more than up for fairness, we all benefit. women in non-unionized Researchers at the Canadian workplaces. Young workers Labour Congress have demonaged 15 to 24 earn an addiHassan Yussuff strated this fact by showing the tional $3.16 an hour with a link between vibrant communities and the union at work, which makes a difference as number of union members who live there. We they build lives for themselves, pay off stucall this connection “The Union Advantage.” dent loans, take mortgages and start families.

This year, they looked at economic data All too often the image of union members from 30 major cities and another 46 census is framed by a small, but influential group of areas across the country and found that lobbyists whose goal is to weaken the labour decent, middle-class, family-supporting movement. We can’t allow that to happen.

Most Canadians believe that unions have a wages translate into vibrant communities. positive role to play in society. People still Towns and cities with more union members expect the labour movement to stand up for support a richer mix of businesses and servifair wages and work hours, workplace safety ces which benefit everyone. In short, they are

standards, parental leave, vacation pay, and protection from discrimination and harassment. Indeed, many benefits first gained by unions at the bargaining table are now enjoyed by all workers, whether or not they belong to a union.

Today, the labour movement continues to push elected officials at all levels to provide a broad range of family-supporting public programs and services. For example, every Canadian should, after a lifetime of work,

be able to retire with enough saved to cover the basics. Which is why we are working to convince governments to expand the Canada Pension Plan, so people can retire with dignity. We in the labour movement take satisfaction in knowing that we have helped to build a stronger middle class and a more secure economy for everyone in our country.

That’s what we celebrate every Labour Day. Hassan Yussuff is president of the Canadian Labour Congress.

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Labour ‘alive and kicking,’ Fed boss says CONT. FROM PAGE 17

minimum wage pushed to $13 per hour from $10.25.

As B.C.’s standard of living continues to rise, so does the amount of money spent per household per year. In 2002, the average family spent $59,315, compared to $74,837 in 2012.

The campaign is proving difficult because the movement is challenged by “an anti-union government who

doesn’t look after the interests of the people, but of corporations,” Sinclair added.

“The world according to the corporate sector is one that everything should be left to the market and the more rich people at the top, the better off we all are,” he said.

“We know that’s a lie.”

Sinclair said despite Leier’s comments about a stagnant labour movement, things are definitely still “alive and kicking.” The Federation of

Labour represents more than 500,000 union members, from more than 1,100 locals.

“We’re still bargaining every day. We have dozens of unions that sit at the table and negotiate collective agreements that include wages and working conditions,” he said.

A wake-up call of some

sort is needed, however, explained Sinclair.

“We need to organize more people and reach out to young people. It’s easy to say, but hard to do, especially in these times.”

As the long weekend comes and goes, Sinclair said it’s important to remember why the holiday exists.

“Unions fought and won it. Even if you’re not part of a union, many of the things you have today came because of the labour movement ... the 40-hour work week, pensions and health care,” he said.

“Right now, these things are at risk. We have to keep fighting.”

Unions support the HAPPY LABOUR DAY! Living Wage campaign Jim Sinclair

Greetings to family, friends, and supporters in Port Moody.

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ork should lift you out of poverty, not keep you there.

But too many working families in British Columbia are living below the poverty line.

They’re working harder — often holding down more than one job — and yet they’re still struggling to make ends meet.

Working families need living wages to survive and prosper.

And a 2014 report, Working for a Living Wage, released by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, calculates Metro Vancouver’s living wage at $20.10 an hour, and $17.02 an hour in the Fraser Valley. In Greater Victoria, it’s $18.93 an hour.

That’s why community groups, anti-poverty

advocates and labour activists have joined together to call on governments to act now.

No full-time worker in B.C. should have to choose between sending their child on a school field trip or purchasing a bus pass, buying nutritious food or paying their hydro bill.

What is a living wage?

It’s a calculation — higher than the legal minimum wage — that enables families to meet their basic daily needs, such as food and shelter.

But it also allows families to fully participate in their communities, escape poverty and severe financial stress, and ensure healthy child development.

— Information adapted from www.heu.org/ campaigns-issues/living-wage-campaign

Dignity and Justice A Voice in the Work Place These are the principles on which organized labour was founded.

No single union has ever achieved these goals with more success and consistency than the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.

Best wishes this Labour Day from the membership and officers of

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IUOE Local 115 has a proud history of success, cooperation and growth in BC. The stunning Golden Ears Bridge, the new roof on BC Place, and the Mica and Waneta Dams are just some of the landmark projects that our members helped to create. Since 1931, we have helped build this province and many careers along with it. Happy Labour Day BC.

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ARTS&ENTERTAINMENT

Place des Arts set to unveil 3 new shows ONE EXHIBIT FOCUSES ON WORK OF STAFF MEMBERS

Chris MONTGOMERY editorial@thenownews.com Coquitlam’s Place des Arts is dishing up a multi-media feast in three courses for art fans this September.

Silence Lifted is a show of paintings by Karen Santos,

a professional opera singer who turned to visual art when she was forced to take a vow of silence due to a vocal cord injury.

The collection reflects the loss of her ability to express herself in one form of lan-

guage and the inescapable need to find another.

Santos will also be the first guest artist to speak at the new community event Art for Lunch on Nov. 5, from noon to 1 p.m.

By Land, Air and Sea is Jeff Wilson’s boldly coloured, engaging collection of canvasses depicting some of the working vehicles that

illustrate the importance of the resource industries in Canadian life.

Wilson, who likes to paint images distinctive to a particular part of the world, says he has been struck by the wide range of heavy machinery in routine use in Western Canada.

Finally, ArtFeats is an annual exhibition of the

works of many of Place des Arts’ teachers and staff.

Works this year include ceramics by David Robinson, handmade books by Saskia Jetten, sculptures by Joy Kirkwood and paintings by Jane Appleby, Adrian Walker and Sue Cowan. Several Place des Arts staff members will also show off their talents, including Michael Fera, Bali

Singh, Jessie Au and Oliver McTavish Wisden.

The show runs at Place Des Arts from Sept. 4 through Oct. 4.

An opening reception is set for Thursday, Sept. 4, from 7 to 9 p.m.

To learn more about these exhibits, call Place des Arts at 604-664-1636 or visit www. placedesarts.ca.

DISTRACTED DRIVING: LEAVE YOUR PHONE ALONE WHEN YOU’RE ON THE ROAD

As summer wraps up and we get back into our fall routines, our roads are busier and it’s easy to get distracted.

You may find yourself tempted to multi-task while driving by talking, texting or emailing in traffic or at a stoplight, but when you’re distracted behind the wheel, your reaction time is significantly reduced and the consequences can be devastating.

The reality is you’re four times more likely to crash if you’re on the phone. When you’re distracted, you react slower – most rear-end crashes resulting in injuries are caused by distracted drivers.

That’s why ICBC is asking drivers to leave their phones alone when they’re on the road.

A 2012 Ipsos Reid survey, conducted on behalf of ICBC, showed that 97 per cent of B.C. drivers agree texting while

driving is dangerous, yet 23 per cent admit doing it.

Here are some tips to help you avoid distractions behind the wheel: • It can wait. Let calls go to voicemail and ignore your text messages while driving.

• Assign a designated texter. Ask your passengers to make or receive calls and texts for you.

• If you have to take a call, pull over if it’s safe to do so or use your phone in hands-free mode; stay focused on the road and keep the conversation brief. And remember you can only use a hands-free electronic device behind the wheel. Hands-free means a Bluetooth, wired headset or speakerphone. The device must be securely attached to

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Less Fuel. More Power. Great Value is a comparison between the 2014 and the 2013 Chrysler Canada product lineups. 40 MPG or greater claim (7.0 L/100 km) based on 2014 EnerGuide highway fuel consumption ratings. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption may vary based on driving habits and other factors. Ask your dealer for the EnerGuide information. ¤2014 Jeep Cherokee 4x2 2.4 L I-4 Tiger-sharkTM MultiAir ® – Hwy: 6.4 L/100 km (44 MPG) and City: 9.6 L/100 km (29 MPG). 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 8-speed automatic – Hwy: 7.0 L/100 km (40 MPG) and City: 10.3 L/100 km (27 MPG). 2014 Jeep Wrangler 3.6 L PentastarTM VVT V6 - Hwy: 9.3 L/100 km (30 MPG) and City: 12.7 L /100 km (22 MPG). Wise customers read the fine print: *, ^, ♦♦, ♦, § The Trade In Trade Up Summer Clearance Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after July 2, 2014. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance,

registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select new 2014 vehicles and are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. ^$1,000 Lease Cash is available on all new 2014 Jeep Cherokee Sport models and is deducted from the negotiated purchase price after taxes. ♦♦$1,000 Bonus Cash is available on all new 2014 Jeep Wrangler models and is deducted from the negotiated purchase price after taxes. ♦4.99% lease financing of up to 60 months available on approved credit through WS Leasing Ltd. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Westminster Savings Credit Union) to qualified customers on applicable new select models at participating dealers in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Ontario, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Examples: 2014 Jeep Cherokee Sport FWD/Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo/Jeep Wrangler Sport 4x4 with a Purchase Price of $23,888/$38,888/$19,888 leased at 4.99% over 60 months with $0 down payment, equals 130 bi-weekly payments

of $122/$199/$88. Down payment of $0 and applicable taxes, $475 WS registration fee and first bi-weekly payment are due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $16,673/$27,173/$11,978. Taxes, licence, registration, insurance, dealer charges and excess wear and tear not included. 18,000 kilometre allowance: charge of $.18 per excess kilometre. Some conditions apply. Security deposit may be required. See your dealer for complete details. ≈Sub-prime lease financing available on approved credit. Leasing example: 2014 Jeep Wrangler Sport with a purchase price of $19,888 financed at 4.99% over 60 months, equals 130 bi-weekly payments of $88 for a total lease obligation of $11,978. Some conditions apply. Down payment may be required. See your dealer for complete details. §Starting from prices for vehicles shown include Consumer Cash Discounts and do not include upgrades (e.g. paint). Upgrades available for additional cost. √Based on 2014 Ward’s Small Sport Utility segmentation. »Jeep Grand Cherokee has received more awards over its lifetime than any other SUV. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC.

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Buick Enclave builds on a strong image

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Built upon the internally known Lambda platform, the Outlook garnered instant success. Soon, the Lambda architecture was used by the rest of the GM family: Chevrolet, GMC and Buick.

Unfortunately for Saturn, the Outlook only had a short run. But, the Lambda platform continues to live on in the Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave as a proven architecture.

Compared to its siblings, the Buick Enclave boasts the most standard features and a classy look. It is the cornerstone of the brand’s renaissance and is widely popular in the luxury, large crossover segment. However, it faces stiff competition from newcomers such as the Acura MDX, the Volvo XC90 and the Audi Q7. The Buick Enclave received a fairly extensive mid-cycle refresh in 2013, so changes to the 2015 model are minimal, namely new interior and exterior colours and a heated steering wheel for upper-level trims.

Design Clearly, this Enclave is not your grandfather’s Buick.

The current Enclave is defined by modern, contemporary styling.

The Enclave is designed first and foremost to comfortably accommodate three rows of adults. It is available in both front-wheel and allwheel drive, and comes in three trim levels, including Convenience, Leather and Premium.

Despite the recent redesign being only a mid-cycle refresh, exterior enhancements were quite comprehensive, including reshaped fenders, a new hood and chrome side mouldings.

Signature elements include the black-chrome waterfall grille and wing-shape LED lighting.

The Enclave’s cabin features luxurious amenities and high-quality materials.

The fine leather is equal to the feel of premium home furnishings.

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Buick has also provided nice standard safety features.

Every Enclave comes with Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning.

The Enclave also boasts the industry’s first front centre side-impact air bag system, protecting front passengers in far-side impact crashes.

Performance The Enclave is powered by a 3.6-litre, direct injected V6 mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Output is rated at 288 hp and 270 ft-lbs of torque while FWD models return 8.4L/100km highway fuel consumption.

Living up to its premium image, the Enclave provides a quiet and comfortable ride. Highway commutes are effortless, and while it doesn’t boast a huge amount of horsepower, it has adequate acceleration for passing.

Aiding the Enclave’s calm ride is Buick’s QuietTuning sound suppression system.

This is more than just a marketing gimmick. At higher speeds, road noise can’t be heard and the engine is delightfully quiet, reducing fatigue over long drives.

And for those planning on minor off-road excursions, the Enclave is quite capable of handling steep passes despite its 4,745pound (FWD) curb weight.

However, the bulk is felt a bit more on twisty roads. If needed, the Enclave can also tow up to 4,500 lbs.

While it may not carve up a canyon road, the suspension does provide confident, steady grip in normal driving conditions. The Enclave feels smaller than it is at low speeds, especially with the available variable-effort steering.

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features a handsome dash with classic instrument faces and a clean integration of the touchscreen.

The standard 6.5-inch HD colour touchscreen works with GM’s IntelliLink infotainment system. This system is customizable and offers a high level of wireless connectivity. Not only are you able to create a “home page” for

you favourite features, but it uses online services such as Stitcher SmartRadio. Voiceactivated Bluetooth handsfree calling is offered, as it was in previous models.

The screen also serves as the display for the standard rearview camera. It also works nicely with the available navigation system and DVD player.

Heated and cooled front seats are only options, but the driver seat comes with a standard memory function.

The standout feature of the Enclave’s cabin is its versatility. Available in seven or eight passenger configurations, the second row seats feature the SmartSlide system. Legroom is generous in both rear rows, but with

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On the topic of cargo space, the new Enclave remains at the top of this segment with a maximum total cargo volume of 115.2 cubic feet. That is achieved with the second row folded and the third row removed,

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but with both in place, there is still 23.3 cubic feet.

Features

The base model Enclave Convenience is one of the most affordable in this segment with a $42,295 starting price. Leather models start at $47,445 and Premium models begin at $51,545. Standard equipment includes steering wheel mounted Bluetooth, cruise and audio controls, keyless entry with remote start, automatic three-zone climate control, second-row captain’s chairs, heated power exterior mirrors with integrated turn signals, rear park assist, and a power rear liftgate.

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The Enclave’s quiet, comfortable ride makes driving this large crossover easy, and its interior versatility allows you to do many things in any circumstance.

If you want an upscale crossover that follows the traditional American model and can comfortably accommodate seven or eight people, the 2015 Buick Enclave is good value for money.

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*Offer available to all qualified retail customers who lease or finance (and take delivery) of a new 2014 Versa Note/Sentra/Altima/Rogue/Pathfinder/Titan models on approved credit, through Nissan Canada Finance from a participating Nissan retailer in Canada between Aug.1-Sept. 2, 2014. Not available for cash purchase buyers. 1$750 Bonus Cash applicable to customers who lease or finance any new 2014 Versa Note/Sentra/Altima/Rogue/Pathfinder/Titan models through Nissan Canada Finance on approved credit on units in stock. The $750 additional Cash Bonus will be deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. Offer available for qualified customers only. Offer available from Aug.1-Sept. 2, 2014 inclusively. Offer not available for cash purchase buyers. Conditions apply. Qualifying customers must be approved to lease or finance through Nissan Canada Finance. 2First four (4) semi-monthly lease payments and first four (4) bi-weekly finance payments of a new 2014 Versa Note/Sentra/Altima/Rogue/Pathfinder/Titan (including all taxes) will be waived, up to a maximum of $750/$750/$900/$900/$ 1,200/$1,200 for the 2 months or 4 semi-monthly/bi-weekly payments. Consumer is responsible for any and all amounts in excess of $750/$750/$900/$900/$1,200/$1,200 (inclusive of taxes). After four (4) semi-monthly/bi-weekly payments, consumer will be required to make all remaining regularly scheduled payments over the remaining term of the contract. This offer is applicable to NCF contracts only. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer. 3No charge extended warranty is valid for up to 60 months or 100,000 km (whichever occurs first) from the warranty start date and zero (0) kilometers. Some conditions/limitations apply. The no charge extended warranty is the Nissan Added Security Plan (“ASP”) and is administered by Nissan Canada Extended Services Inc. (“NCESI”). In all provinces NCESI is the obligor. NCESI offers a Gold and Platinum level of coverage. This offer includes the Gold level of coverage, be sure to see your local Dealer to identify the difference in coverage from a Gold to the Platinum level. Retail value of added security plan based on MSRP. $1,440/$1,380/$1,380 for a new 2014 Nissan Sentra/2014 Versa Note/2015 Micra®. Dealers are free to set individual prices. ††CASH DISCOUNT: Get $2,500/$1,850 cash discount on the cash purchase of any new 2014 Sentra models (except Sentra 1.8 S MT, C4LG54 AA00)/2014 Versa Note models (except 1.6 S MT, B5RG54 AA00). The cash discount is based on non-stackable trading dollars when registered and delivered between Aug.1-Sept.2, 2014. The cash discount is only available on the cash purchase, will be deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease or finance rates. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer. Conditions apply. ≠XRepresentative semi-monthly lease offer based on new 2014 Sentra 1.8 S MT (C4LG54 AA00), M6 transmission. 0% lease APR for a 39 month term equals 78 semi-monthly payments of $59 with $0 down payment, and $0 security deposit. First semi-monthly payment, down payment and $0 security deposit are due at lease inception. Prices and payments include freight and fees. Lease based on a maximum of 20,000 km/year with excess charged at $0.10/km. Total lease obligation is $4,607. $2,100 NCF Lease Cash, $300 in dealer contribution and $750 Bonus Cash from the My Nissan My Choice program included in advertised lease offer, applicable only on 2014 Sentra 1.8 S MT (C4LG54 AA00), M6 transmission through subvented lease through Nissan Canada Finance. This offer is only valid from Aug. 15 – Sept. 2, 2014, and to customers who whose the $750 Cash Bonus from the My Nissan My Choice program. Conditions apply. ±Representative finance offer based on a new 2014 Versa Note 1.6 S (B5RG54 AA00) manual transmission. Selling Price is $14,165 financed at 0% APR equals 182 bi-weekly payments of $74 for an 84 month term. $1,499 down payment required. Cost of borrowing is $0 for a total obligation of $14,165. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer. Conditions apply. ≠MSRP starting from $9,998/$15,748 for a 2015 Nissan Micra® 1.6 S (S5LG55 AA00), Manual Transmission/2015 Micra 1.6 SR (S5SG55 AA00), manual transmission excluding Freight and PDE charges and specific duties of new tires. ◆$11,398 Selling Price for a new 2015 Micra® 1.6 S (S5LG55 AA00), Manual Transmission. Conditions apply. ▲Models shown $25,765/$20,585/$17,148 Selling Price for a new 2014 Sentra 1.8 SL (C4TG14 AA00), CVT transmission/Versa Note 1.6 SL Tech (B5TG14 NA00), Xtronic CVT® transmission/2015 Micra® 1.6 SR (S5SG55 AA00), Manual Transmission. ◆±≠▲ Freight and PDE charges ($1,567/$1,567/$1,400), air-conditioning levy ($100) where applicable, applicable fees (all which may vary by region), manufacturer’s rebate and dealer participation where applicable are included. License, registration, insurance and applicable taxes are extra. Lease offers are available on approved credit through Nissan Canada Finance for a limited time, may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers except stackable trading dollars. Retailers are free to set individual prices. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Vehicles and accessories are for illustration purposes only. Offers, prices and features subject to change without notice. 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by Nissan Canada Extended Services Inc. (NCESI) and applies to new 2014 Nissan Sentra models (each, an “Eligible Model”) leased and registered through Nissan Canada Finance Services Inc., on approved credit, between Aug.1-Sept 2, 2014 from an authorized Nissan retailer in Canada. Offer recipient will be entitled to receive a maximum of six (6) service visits (each, a “Service Visit”) for the Eligible Vehicle – where each Service Visit consists of one (1) oil change (using conventional 5W30 motor oil) and one (1) tire rotation service (each, an “Eligible Service”). All Eligible Services will be conducted in strict accordance with the Oil Change and Tire Rotation Plan outline in the Agreement Booklet for the Eligible Vehicle. The service period (“Service Period”) will commence on the lease transaction date (“Transaction Date”) and will expire on the earlier of: (i) the date on which the maximum number of Service Visits has been reached; (ii) 36 months from the Transaction Date; or (iii) when the Eligible Vehicle has reached 48,000 kilometers. All Eligible Services must be completed during the Service Period, otherwise they will be forfeited. The Offer may be upgraded to use premium oil at the recipient’s expense. The Eligible Services are not designed to meet all requirements and specifications necessary to maintain the Eligible Vehicle. To see the complete list of maintenance necessary, please refer to the Service Maintenance Guide. Any additional services required are not covered by the Offer and are the sole responsibility and cost of the recipient. Offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain offers NCESI reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. Ask your retailer for details. °Nissan is the fastest growing brand in the non-luxury segment based on comparison of 12-month retail sales from July 2013 to June 2014 of all Canadian automotive brands and 12-month averages sales growth. †Based on GAC (AIAMC) Compact segmentation. All information compiled from third-party sources, including AutoData and manufacturer websites. July 30, 2014. ^Based on 2014 Canadian Residual Value Award in Subcompact Car segment. ALG is the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation data, www.alg.com. +Based on GAC (AIAMC) Compact segmentation. All information complied from NR Can Fuel Economy data and third-party sources, including manufacturer websites. Gasoline engines only, excludes hybrids, diesels and electric vehicles.

July 30, 2014. iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. All rights reserved. iPod® not included. Offers subject to change, continuation or cancellation without notice. Offers have no cash alternative value. See your participating Nissan retailer for complete details. ©1998-2014 Nissan Canada Inc. and Nissan Financial Services Inc. a division of Nissan Canada Inc.

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Enclave an affordable luxury crossover ing price of $49,990 Volvo XC90 If safety is your primary buying concern, the XC90 is one of the safest vehicles on the road, not just seven-passenger crossovers.

Current models don’t offer a lot of cargo space or power, but a completely redesigned model is to arrive soon. The 2014 Volvo XC90 starts at $50,800, but 2015 prices have not been released yet.

Audi Q7 The Q7 offers everything Audi is known for and the versatility of a third-row seat. The Q7 is available with two powerful gas engines and an efficient turbo diesel. A new version is coming out soon in 2015. Audi Q7 starting prices range from $58,200 to $73,500 across its three models.

CALENDAR

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Coquitlam Prostate Cancer Support and Awareness Group

will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. in the Coquitlam Pinetree Community Centre. Everyone welcome; strict confidentiality. No charge, donations welcome. Info: Norm at 604-936-8703 or Ken at 604-936-2998.

City of Coquitlam plans a range of day camps to keep kids busy should schools face late opening. Programs will be available at Poirier Community Centre and Victoria Community Hall. Info: www.coquitlam.ca/featuredprograms.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam offers a free Pyjama Storytime from 6:45 to 7:15 p.m., featuring stories and songs.

Kids encouraged to wear their PJs and bring a stuffed friend. The library is at 2470 Mary Hill Road. Info: 604-927-7999.

SHARE Alcohol and Drug Program kicks off free fall series.

Video, presentation, discussion 7 to 8:30 p.m. Everyone welcome.

This week, Use, Misuse and Abuse: How people get addicted. 2nd Floor, 2615 Clarke Street, Port Moody. Info: 604-936-3900.

Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps GRILSE hosts info and registration night, Old Mill Boathouse, Rocky Point Park, 6:30 p.m.

Youth 12 to 18 welcome to learn about sailing, boating, marching, target shooting, leadership and more. Info: www.grilse.ca or email 201sea@cadets.gc.ca.

Hyde Creek Watershed Society holds monthly general meeting at 7:25 p.m., Hyde Creek Education Centre & Hatchery, 3636 Coast Meridian Road, Port Coquitlam. Public welcome to tour hatchery. Info: email hcws.info@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

Hope Lutheran School and Church hosts 2nd annual Harvest Fest & Thrift Sale from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3151 York Street, Port Coquitlam. Carnival games, pony rides, street hockey, softball, pie baking contest, cake walk. Info: 604-942-5322.

Port Coquitlam Heritage & Cultural Society hosts Multimedia Art Show & Open Garden today through Sept. 7, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. rain or shine, 1047 Yarmouth Street, PoCo. Hyde Creek Watershed Society hosts a gathering to identify

and remove invasive plants around the Hyde Creek Trail beginning at 10 a.m. Participants should wear long pants and long sleeved shirt and bring pruners or small clippers. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Hyde Creek Education Centre & Hatchery, 3636 Coast Meridian Rd. in Port Coquitlam. Info: hcws.info@gmail.com.

Trinity Chapel Church plays host to free bookkeeping lessons from 1 to 4 p.m. at 1932 Cameron Ave. in PoCo. Lessons continue each Saturday throughout September. Info: rccgtrinitychapeloffice@gmail.com or 604-474-3131.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 Tri-Cities Municipal Pension Retirees Association meets at

11 a.m. at the ABC Country Restaurant located at 2733 Barnet Hwy., in Coquitlam. All recipients of the Municipal Pension Plan are welcome. Info: gerryc@shaw.ca.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

Terry Fox Public Library launches Babytime series. Parents, caregivers welcome to help babies develop speech and language skills via bouncing, singing and stories. Every Tuesday Sept. 9 to Oct. 7, 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Registration appreciated. Info: 604927-7999.

Glenayre Scottish Country Dance Club hosts its registration day at 7 p.m. at the Burquest Jewish Community Centre, 2860 Dewdney Trunk Rd. All levels taught on Tuesdays, beginners are welcome, no partners required. Info: Ed or Jean at 604-464-8103.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

Coquitlam Foundation’s AGM will be held at 7 p.m. in Coquitlam Foundation Room, City Centre Branch of library at 1169 Pinetree Way. RSVP: dclarke@coquitlamfoundation.com.

Terry Fox Public Library continues its Storytime at the Market series with a free session of stories, songs and rhymes from 4 to 4:30 at the Port Coquitlam Farmer’s Market, Leigh Square. Kids and caregivers welcome.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

Terry Fox Public Library continues its Adult Learner Book Club series with a free meeting from 2 to 3 p.m. for all adults

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interested in upgrading their reading skills or improving their English. Meetings take lighthearted approach, happen second Fridays of the month. Info: 604-927-7999.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 263 and City of Coquitlam host Veterans Candlelight Tribute marking passing torch of remembrance to new generation. 2 p.m. at Robinson Memorial Park Cemetery.

Port Moody Curling Club hosts a one-day Learn to Curl Clinic from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Port Moody Rec Complex, 300 Ioco Rd. in Port Moody. Ideal for all skill levels, and attendees are asked to bring clean shoes and dress warmly. Info: 604-469-7360.

ONGOING Fibromyalgia Support Group meets at 1 p.m. on the fourth

Tuesday of the month at the Poirier branch of the Coquitlam Public Library, 575 Poirier St. Info: Julie Park at 604-936-6027.

Family Resource Centre offers after-school multisensory group math and literacy tutoring. Various times and days are available, and registration is ongoing. Fees start at $20 per hour.

For registration and program details, contact frcdistrict43@gmail. com. The centre is located at Minnekhada Middle School.

Focus Volleyball Club is looking for boys and girls born from 1995 to 2000 to join for the upcoming indoor volleyball season.

Focus is based in the Tri-Cities and Burnaby and offers a competitive and fun learning environment. Tryouts are ongoing. Info: www.focusvolleyball.com.

Fraser Pacific Rose Society meets 7:30 p.m. the last Tuesday of the month at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., in Coquitlam.

For more info, call 604-931-5120.

Hominum is an informal discussion/support group to help gay, bisexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. Members meet Monday evenings at locations across Metro Vancouver. Info: Don at 604-329-9760 or Art at 604-462-9813.

King of Life Lutheran Church hosts a board game night at 7 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month, 1198 Falcon Dr., Coquitlam. Play some of the classics and be prepared to learn some new favourites. Everyone is invited.

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sports@thenownews.com To reach the highest level, an athlete’s lot often involves gruelling travel, training and competing in far away lands.

For Port Coquitlam’s Con Kudaba, that may require another page to his passport.

The Canadian national water polo player will soon land in France to begin his second stop on the sport’s burgeoning pro circuit — and envisions it will be a mix of challenges and joie de vivre.

“It’s a new adventure for me, but the job’s the same,” Kudaba told the Tri-Cities NOW of relocating to Marseille and the south of France. “I’ve been with the national program for a decade now and I felt I needed to broaden my skills … to fit in I just need to score lots of goals and play good defence.”

Last year he made his initial foray into the European pro leagues with Primorac Kotor of Montenegro’s Adriatic Water Polo League, and found out quickly that what he learned during the past 10 years centred in Calgary with the Canadian program was pretty provincial in nature.

“Going to [Montenegro] was really a trial run, my first year as a pro. It was a great league, there were some great players and overall it was a terrific experience. France is just going to be more so, I think.”

Though there was little English spoken in the small city of 5,000, Kudaba said the game proved to be the great equalizer — water polo is considered the national sport.

“It was a fairly small city, a lot of meat and potatoes,” he noted. “I was pretty immersed into their culture but I kind of picked up some of the language —Montenegrin — as I went along.”

His adventure with Primorac also saw its share of drama, like the time the team’s bus met disruptive protests at the visiting arena, and upon losing, needed some police interference to avoid another angry gathering, this time of their own faithful, that appeared intent on rolling the bus — and the team aboard it — into the Bay of Kotor.

On his own blog, Kudaba described it as a small scale 2011 Stanley Cup riot, complete with fireworks and at least one bus rendered immobile.

Obviously, European fans hold the game, and their team’s success, under a stronger microscope than anything he’s witnessed at home. Passionate barely describes their feelings on the sport and local teams.

Kudaba suggested the experience was beneficial and an eye-opener as far as the high calibre of play on the European pro stage.

“It’s definitely high calibre,” he noted. “You could see the talent from their high schoolaged kids who could come in and compete for positions with veterans like myself. The talent is so much deeper than what we experience at the Canadian national level.”

Remarking at Canadian breakthroughs in soccer seemed tied to an extensive taste of international experience, the national water polo program could only benefit from cultural expeditions beyond Calgary and the safety of North America.

“All those national teams that are doing so well have similar national programs like ours, but you look a little deeper and you see they’ve gone and trained and played overseas competition regularly. I think it’s a huge part of their success,” he said, referring to Canadian breakthroughs in women’s soccer and cycling, to name a few.

The other central goal on his calendar is the 2015 Pan American Games in Ontario, where Canada will have a shot at capturing a 2016 Olympic berth.

He was part of the Canadian roster that collected the bronze medal at the 2007 Pan Ams and advanced to the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Looking at it as a 27-year-old athlete with 10 years of national team experience, Kudaba anticipates wrapping up his playing career with the Rio de Janeiro Games.

“The first time I talked with [the NOW] more than 10 years ago I never dreamed of playing professionally, and my hope was an Olympics. I’ve achieved all that but you want to get one more, to medal for your country,” he noted. “I’m getting it all in while I can.”

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PoCo’s Con Kudaba is suiting up for a professional water polo team in France this year.

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The Coquitlam Express kicked off training camp Wednesday at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Centre. To see more photos, scan this page with Layar or visit us online.

The math is pretty daunting at first blush — roughly 12 spots to fill, and 130 skaters competing for those jobs.

That’s the numbers game that’ll begin to play out in earnest this week, as the Coquitlam Express open up training camp ahead of the 2014-2015 season.

Goalies were the first to report on Wednesday and Thursday, while the skaters begin their work today (Friday).

Head coach Barry Wolff said all areas of the team need some addressing, though the offence features arguably the biggest holes to fill.

Gone up front are Ryan Rosenthal and Adam

Rockwood, who put up a combined 139 points, while the backend will be without its top three point getters in Marc Biega, Zach Hodder and Cameron Marks.

“We lost a lot of scoring,” Wolff conceded.

“There are holes to fill for sure, but there are guys from last year who should be able to fill those holes.”

Some of last year’s returnees expected to shoulder that burden include Joey Santucci, Corey Mackin and new arrival Logan Coomes.

The team will evaluate its incoming talent this weekend almost exclusively via scrimmages — drills, systems and special teams will wait until the numbers are pared down next week.

“That way, you get rid of

the riff raff right away,” the head coach said.

“There are kids who are coming in who are a bit too young, and other guys you want to see in the fold in the future, so you get to know each other a bit.”

The first round of cuts are expected Saturday, and players will likely be released each day leading up to the Sept. 19 regular season opener.

Until that time, Wolff wants his players to relax and do what comes naturally to them.

“We just try to tell them to do what they are best at,” he said.

“If they concentrate on what they’re good at and they do that, that gets them in the groove and allows to blossom from there.”

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Aquarians basking in B.C. medal haul Alex Schofield made sure to cover every colour in the medal rainbow at last week’s B.C. Summer Swimming Association provincials in Kamloops.

A member of the Port Moody Aquarians Swim Club, Schofield finished with a gold in Division 8 girls 50-metre fly, silver in the 100m fly and a bronze in the 100m freestyle.

Clubmate Connor MacMillan brought home two individual gold medals in Division 3 boys 50m freestyle and 100m freestyle.

A huge mural will be unveiled in its finality on September 7th; meantime, stop by Granville Island for a glimpse of a world-class work-in-progress.

In the division 3 Boys freestyle relay, the Aquarians team consisting of Macmillan, Ethan Yang, Quinn Macmillan and Ben Billings, took the gold medal with a time of 2:07.11.

Kalen Murray, Lucas Fong, Tyson Moss and Jacob Canales made up the Division 1 boys team, which swam a personal best time of 3:02.51 to take seventh place.

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