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editorial@thenownews.com The video camera is running. You’re thinking about the “friends” who nominated you for the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge — and the giant bucket of freezing water that’s about to cascade over your head. There are a couple of other things you might want to contemplate once you’re done shivering, according to Vandhana Misri. You might want to remind yourself that despite the fact the popular fundraising stunts have become commonplace, and that a small debate has opened about whether they’re

the best way to bring awareness to an until now obscure and still fatal disease, many of those who suffer with it couldn’t be happier that you took part. That’s what Misri, a Coquitlam resident who’s also vicepresident of the board of the ALS Society of B.C., wants people to remember. Her dad Vasant — known to everyone as Vic — was diagnosed in 1990, when Misri was just 21. In less than a year he was gone, a victim of the neurodegenerative disease that was a mystery to most people until the “challenge” craze took off.

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jdeutsch@thenownews.com In what has become a very heated and divisive debate over the proliferation of monster homes in Port Moody, the public will get another chance to weigh in on the issue this fall. Council has approved holding an information and town hall session Oct. 27 regarding possible changes to the bylaws for the construction of new homes in the Ioco/Pleasantside neighbourhood. The town hall, set for the Inlet Theatre, will include display boards and information with staff members present prior to the town hall portion of the event. A staff report noted 944 properties were identified in the Ioco area. Mayor Mike Clay said he hopes the town hall will help build consensus around what changes, if any, need to be made in terms of city’s new home building bylaw to address the issue. He suggested part of the issue is clarifying what the city is

trying to solve: basements, or views or monster homes. “There’s no quick fix for this, there’s no easy solution,” Clay said. The mayor said he’s confident ideas will come from the town hall that will help address the issue. Staff will then report back to a future committee of the whole meeting with recommendations for politicians to consider, though any proposed change to the bylaw would require formal public hearings. In June, council promised to look at the issue of monster homes in the city. A town hall meeting on the issue in July drew a large crowd of concerned residents. Currently, a home can’t exceed three storeys or 35 feet above grade, while the building can’t exceed 50 per cent of the size of the lot. The passing of summer holidays has done little to quell the debate.

On Tuesday, a handful of people on the other side of the debate, including some developers, showed up at council urging politicians to use caution in making certain changes to the bylaw. Mark Jauck, the owner of Marcraft Homes in Port Moody, took issue with a recent change to include unfinished basements in the floor area ratio (FAR) calculation. The FAR in Port Moody allows for a house to take up 50 per cent of the lot size. He said the change is affecting his clients on the south side of Ioco and called it a “knee-jerk reaction” to the monster home issues of sloping lots on the other side of the road. “Basically over 25 years of business precedent has been wiped out without any public notification, due process, or grandfathering rights,” Jauck said, predicting the change will decrease property values in the area. He also told council he has a petition signed by 37 residents opposing the changes to the FAR.

Mundy Park management plan goes public Chris MONTGOMERY editorial@thenownews.com Mundy Park is loved as a natural refuge and a recreational venue — and Coquitlam is wrestling with how to keep the forest and both its fan clubs happy. After about a year of analyzing the park’s health, the ways that people use it now and how they might in future, a draft of the city’s forest management plan is being shopped publicly for

the community’s thoughts. The plan, presented to council Monday before a series of public hearings begins this month, says that overall, the forest is healthy and well used, and that the public is generally satisfied with the park. It also says there are a lot of “exciting enhancement opportunities” the city could offer, and that a lot more could be done to encourage people to become environmental stewards of the 400-acre site.

It recommends enhancing recreational opportunities, especially through the trail network, by “formalizing” about two kilometres of “unauthorized” trails the public has developed by simply walking or riding them. Costs of any future work have yet to be determined. An open-house on the management plan will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20 from noon to 7 p.m. at Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex. See www.thenownews.com for more on this story.

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Putting a face to the Ice Bucket Challenge research, “at the end of the day, the purpose is to raise awareness. That really is the point. Cancer or Parkinson’s, people know what Vic Misri was a maritime captain who skip- that is. ALS Is not one of those quote-unquote pered deep-sea vessels and later came ashore glamorous diseases. It doesn’t have a huge to run a business servicing crew. He was a big voice to speak for it,” Vandhana says. “For somebody who has ‘been there and man, Vandhana recalls, about 250 pounds. She knows, because as the strongest of done that’, when I saw the first few [chalthree daughters, it was her job to help carry lenges], it brought tears to my eyes. To him upstairs when he could not longer move hear people talking about it, it makes me so happy.” on his own. So has she taken The Challenge? “That was back in the days when no one Yes, and then she challenged knew the disease. I had never her son. He accepted. And so heard of ALS. You had no idea,” did his friend. Vandhana said. And she’s posted all of their ALS affects about 3,000 At the end of antics online, on YouTube. Canadians. Two out of 100,000 “I’ve done it. It was not fun, adults are diagnosed every the day, the it was freezing cold. I have to year. purpose is to say, yeah, it was not fun. But “I remember the whole proraise awareness. at the end of the day, the purcess, the care he needed, living pose of the challenge is to raise in a house with stairs and no –Vandhana Misri, awareness,” she said. lift,” Vandhana recalled. ALS Society of B.C. “I have to thank everyone “My father was in a wheelwho has done it. It’s out there chair within three months of now. When people hear about being diagnosed. He went to a fundraising drive, or a friend work everyday; we set up a cot or family who is diagnosed, there for him to rest.” And then, as it does all sufferers, the dis- they know now.” For more information on ALS, the B.C. ease crippled, sapped and killed him. So Vandhana knows the toll the disease society and the Ice Bucket Challenge, visit www.alsbc.ca. can take on both victims and families, how it strains them “financially, emotionally, physically, mentally.” To see Misri’s Ice And she wants more people to know too. The challenges that have been sweeping Bucket Challenge, social media for months are great, she says. scan this page with Although they’ve raised millions for Layar

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operating. Other than a few questions about the dredging process and possible dust from the product, council appeared to be supportive of the expansion. The company is also holding an open house Tuesday (Sept. 16) at the Old Mill Boathouse from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Leslie said the open house is an opportunity for PCT to provide more information to the public on the expansion. He said the potash plan has been in the works for years, but now the company can provide people with details and alleviate any fears or questions they might have. Leslie said the response to the project from the public has been overwhelmingly positive for the most part. “I think the vast majority are positive and I think they understand what it means to the community as well,” he said. Last year, the company inked a deal to handle canola oil for Bunge Canada.

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Three more names added to election list Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com The race for a seat on Port Moody council continues to heat up, as two more non-incumbent candidates have put their names forward

for this fall’s civic election. Former councillor Meghan Lahti has decided to run again, suggesting she brings a tremendous amount of experience and insight to the council table.

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“I’m very proud of the accomplishments that were made while I was on council from 1996 to 2011, but there is still work to be done,” she said in a press release. “Residents have voiced concern about the lack of vision and direction from the current council. I believe that I can provide the leadership needed.” She said her passion for the City of Port Moody has been evident since she was first elected in 1996, and safeguarding the ‘smalltown charm’ of Port Moody while it has experienced tremendous growth has always been top of mind for her. “I am excited at the prospect of serving my community in this capacity once again and I look forward to the challenge,” she said, Glenayre resident Barbara Junker also announced she is seeking a seat on city council. Junker said she will bring a collaborative, consensus-building approach to City Hall. “There are major issues to be tackled at City Hall in the next few years — the Official Community Plan and density around new SkyTrain stations, protecting and enhancing parks and green spaces and improving services to residents and local business owners,” she said in a statement. “These are top priorities for me. I believe that by working together, council and the public will find collaborative solutions to these big issues.”

Junker also noted her experience working on the city’s community care, transportation and environmental protection committees, as well as the election task force. And in Port Coquitlam, a long-time resident has also jumped in the race. Nancy McCurrach announced she will also be seeking a seat on council on Wednesday. “To date I have personally visited over 2,500 residences, and listened to what the people have to say,” she said in a press release. “I am hearing that people want affordable housing, fair wages and good working conditions, more ice sheets, lacrosse fields, local buses, better soccer fields, to feel safe in their neighbourhoods, fair and affordable taxes.” McCurrach noted there are no women on PoCo council and that she took part in an educational event sponsored by the Canadian Women’s Voters Congress, which aims to attract women to run in the upcoming civic election. The mother of four serves on PoCo’s Smart Growth Committee, and holds executive positions on the NDP Port Coquitlam Riding Association, the New Westminster and District Labour Council, and the I am Someone Ending Bullying Society. “I am doing what others have encouraged me to do for years; stepping into this race is a new experience, but I rise to the challenge,” McCurrach said. The election takes place on Nov. 15.

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PoCo opts for bulk mail election cards Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com It will be business as usual in Port Coquitlam when it comes to giving residents information about the upcoming civic election. This week, Port Coquitlam council voted to keep the current practice of sending out voter “post cards” in a bulk mail drop containing the information on where, when and how to vote. The cards will cost the city about $6,500. The cards could also highlight the closest polling station for the recipients if the information can be provided within the budget. The city was looking at addressed voter post cards, but at a cost of $33,500, council passed on the idea. A staff report noted voter cards are not a legislative requirement and don’t seem to increase voter turnout. A sample from other communities, including Burnaby and Langley, which used addressed cards in 2011, showed there was no change in turnout. Another option presented to council was the use of addressed voter letter packages, which would have cost the city more than $21,000. Coun. Dean Washington wanted the city to try using addressed cards, and argued

that people are more likely to pay attention when the mail has their name on it. “It’s worth a shot, we’re trying to get more people out [to vote],” he said. Coun. Brad West said he agreed with the idea of addressed cards, but suggested the city look at the entire issue of voter turnout for the next election. “There is really nothing more important than hav-

ing people participate in our elections,” he said. Mayor Greg Moore noted the lack of results in other cities with addressed cards when arguing in favour of sticking with the cheaper bulk mail drop. Voter turnout in the last four municipal elections going back to 2002 was 31.5 per cent (2002), 19.3 per cent (2005) 28.8 per cent (2008) and 20.8 (2011) respectively.

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Candidates step up, now do your part

he people interested in running their respective communities in the Tri-Cities are doing their part. Since the beginning of September, a steady stream of non-incumbent candidates across all three cities has come forward and put their names up for November’s civic election. And the vote is still two months away. We’ve got races for mayor so far in Port Moody and Coquitlam, and surely there will be one in PoCo soon enough. The list of names in the school trustee race is as long as it’s been in recent memory. There’s no shortage of issues either. In Port Moody it’s the official community plan and monster homes, and in Coquitlam and PoCo it’s how to manage the development and growth coming their way in the next few years. These are just a few issues, and certainly every resident will have their own when it comes time to vote. The candidates will do their part. Now do yours. Get engaged. Learn about the candidates, their positions and the issues. Nearly all of them will have websites or social media footprints where you can easily learn all about them. We know 20 per cent turnout for civic elections is pretty much the norm. But it’s also the form of government that affects your life on a daily basis. We’ll probably remind you as the date gets closer, but for now, on Nov. 15 get out and vote. The community is only as strong as the elected officials we pick to make the decisions.

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n a 40-page opinion released last week, B.C. Conflict of Interest Commissioner Paul Fraser pretty well cleared former Agriculture Minister Pat Pimm of any wrongdoing with respect to his obligations under the Members’ Conflict of Interest Act, despite the odd ‘tsk, tsk’ here and there. Pimm had requested the opinion following concerns over his alleged interference in a file before the Agricultural Land Commission last year related to a property in Fort St. John. Ironically, in reading the opinion, it seems as though Fraser conducted his investigation from the perspective that Agricultural Land Commission chair Richard Bullock was the subject of it and not Pimm. Consider this question posed to Bullock by the Commissioner: “Was all of that general conversation, conversation you thought was part of the conspiracy somehow to come down on you and show his (Pimm’s) influence?” Now contrast that with a question posed to Pimm: “But your focus seemed to be on the basis of what would be good for the community, relative to the use of this property and the value that it would bring to the community and to the, if you like, the enjoyment or the cultural enhancement of the community; is that fair? Astoundingly, Pimm responded: “That’s exactly accurate, yes.” Much was made in the Commissioner’s report of a site visit to the Fort St. John property by the ALC in May 2013 and the appropriateness, or lack thereof, of Mr. Pimm’s presence at that visit. Fraser described it as “pivotal” in the events leading up to Pimm’s request for an opinion from his office. According to the testimony the Commissioner heard, pleasantries were

exchanged between Bullock and Pimm, there was some discussions about hockey and developments regarding Site “C.” It was — in the words of the Commissioner — “cordial in tone.” What exactly did the Commissioner expect Bullock to do upon seeing Pimm? Throw a hissy fit in public? The more critical issue for the Commissioner should have been: What did the ALC do next? And in that regard the ALC was proactive and resolute, preparing a policy statement on the role of elected officials in applications to the ALC that was circulated and posted to the Commission’s website. In that statement, the Commission noted: “Elected officials at the provincial and local level have been given specific channels within the ALCA to influence decisions on applications to the ALC. Outside of those channels, they should not attempt to influence the ALC with regard to the outcome of a particular application...” No ambiguity there. Notably, missing from Commissioner Fraser’s entire 40-page opinion is one phrase: “ministerial responsibility.” According to the parliamentary doctrine, “Ministers are individually responsible for their own actions and those of their department, including the actions of all officials under their management and direction, whether or not the Ministers had prior knowledge. In practice, when errors or wrongdoings are committed by officials under their direction, Ministers are responsible for promptly taking the necessary remedial steps and for providing assurances that appropriate corrective action has been taken to prevent reoccurrence.” It’s why — just a few months prior to that “pivotal” site visit — Aboriginal Affairs Minister John Duncan resigned from federal cabinet after a review of

his constituency office’s correspondence revealed he had written a character reference on behalf of a constituent to the Tax Court of Canada two years earlier. That review had been prompted by revelations that then Finance Minister Jim Flaherty had written the CRTC in 2012 on behalf of a radio licensee applicant, a letter that Federal Ethics Commissioner Mary Dawson ruled “improper.” Dawson also rapped the knuckles of two parliamentary secretaries for “improper letter-writing” as well. But Duncan’s resignation was notable for something else: his unequivocal acceptance of ministerial responsibility, when he wrote: “I take full responsibility for my actions and the consequences they have brought.” If Mary Dawson found Flaherty’s letter “improper” and if John Duncan knew all on his own that his letter was “not appropriate,” against what measure did Fraser reach the conclusion that emails and other communications from minister Pat Pimm’s office were just “regrettable misinterpretations resulting from ambiguous language?” Dermod Travis is the executive director of IntegrityBC. www. integritybc.ca

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LETTERSN0W RIDING, RALLYING AROUND PARKSPACE My family and I will be joining the many park supporters on Sunday at the Colony Farm Regional Park rally, where we intend to send a strong message to Kinder Morgan that their pipelines are not welcome in our parks. It is unacceptable that a park intended for wildlife, public enjoyment and agriculture be transformed into a construction site for oil pipelines. While the construction may be temporary, the damage would be permanent. We will be arriving at the rally by bicycle, and I strongly encourage all those who plan to attend the rally do the same. Here are my top ten reasons why the 30-minute cycle from Gates Park to the rally is the best option. 10 — There is very little parking at Colony Farm Regional Park for an event of this size and finding a spot will be challenging. 9 — This is my favourite family outing. What better way to spend an afternoon with your family? 8 — You will arrive at the rally feeling happy and energized rather than irritated at the person who cut you off on Lougheed. 7 — As you cycle through one of most biodiverse parts of the region, you will likely see a wonderful variety of wildlife species along the way, such as great blue herons, northern harriers and hummingbirds — just some of the 150 bird species that use the park. 6 — What great exercise. Just imagine all the calories you will burn, allowing you to have extra treats guilt free! 5 — As there will be a group of cyclists, what a great opportunity to meet other likeminded community members and engage in great conversation. 4 — Our path will follow the Coquitlam River, and pass through a historic trail of marshes, forest and old field habitat and provide incredible views of mountains and splen-

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dorous community gardens. 3 — From Gates Park to the rally, you will not be on any roads and do not have to worry whatsoever about cars! 2 — You will be promoting sustainable transportation and helping to cut carbon emissions. And the number one reason to join by bicycle is that you will end your ride pumped up to tell Kinder Morgan to keep their pipelines out of our parks! I look forward to seeing you on Sunday at 2 p.m. at Gates Park, 2575 Wilson Ave. in Port Coquitlam.

Master Plan Open House Coquitlam staff want your input to help guide ide parks parks, recreation and culture planning and spending for the next 10 – 15 years. Visit one of our participating facilities and use our simple, interactive displays to tell us what you like and want to see for the future of parks, recreation and culture in Coquitlam.

Jane Thomsing Port Coquitlam

THE BCTF’S NUMBERS DON’T ADD UP AT ALL The present BCTF demands border on insanity. Do the math. There are 500,000 students and 40,000 teachers, in the public school system today. Divide the amount of teachers into the amount of students and you come up with 12.5 students per teacher. This means that 20,000 teachers could take care of 24 students per class. My question is, what are the other 20,000 teachers doing besides collecting a good paycheque each month? Now they want a $5,000 signing bonus plus smaller class sizes too?` Come on folks, grab a brain. First you waste the summer holiday season that should have been used for negotiations. Now you use kids as pawns to meet your demands. Disgusting indeed. Think. Where else can you get a good paying job with three months holidays each year? Gertie Pool Abbotsford

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Bacon jam? Believe it Many people sing the praises of bacon, and I am no different. What happens however, when you take that wonderfully complex flavour and turn it into jam? True bliss. Recently I featured my recipe for Rosemary Maple Bacon Jam at a local fair and the popularity of this recipe was overwhelming, so I decided to share it with you. The best tip I can give you is to use premium bacon from a butcher for best results. This is not a recipe for your “run of the mill” grocery store brand. Don’t get me wrong, you can still do it with regular bacon, but the results are much better with premium bacon. Also, this recipe is not a place for dried rosemary. Fresh rosemary full of wonderful essential oils is the way to go. Oh, and please use pure maple syrup and not regular pancake syrup. Somebody asked me “what do you put bacon jam on?” I replied “Everything!” Seriously though, this is awesome on crackers with goat cheese, pizzas, bruscetta, sandwiches, and almost anywhere you would like a sweet and savoury concoction.

Add the bacon pieces to a large, heavy-bottomed pan or dutch oven. Turn the heat to medium/high and cook the bacon until it’s almost crisp (browned and cooked, but not crisp), reducing the heat to medium as it starts to turn brown. Make sure to stir occasionally for approximately 20 minutes. Remove the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels to drain. Remove all but one tablespoon of the bacon fat from the pan. Turn the heat to medium and stir in the onions to the tablespoon of bacon fat followed by the garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until this onion/garlic mixture is softened and slightly browned, approximately five to seven minutes. Add the coffee, brown sugar, maple syrup, vinegar, rosemary, and reserved bacon. Stir to combine and increase the heat to medium/high to bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium/low and simmer uncovered for approximately 90 minutes until the mixture is syrupy and has a jam-like texture.

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Friends and family will gather in Port Moody’s Rocky Point Park on Oct. 4 to take part in a Light the Night memorial walk. Established by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada, the walk will honour the memory of Tanya Aspeleiter, at left, who died of leukemia earlier this year.

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a 45-minute stroll through the trails or around the park, depending on weather. In keeping with the society’s theme, small handmade lanterns will mark the walk route, Henri said. The society uses lanterns in white, red and gold to light the walks and let marchers identify themselves as patients, as a supporter, or as someone walking in honour of someone who died of blood cancer. Anyone who raises $100 or more is provided with a lantern by the leukemia and lymphoma society. Money raised funds research, programs for patients and families and educational materials. Anyone aiming to donate to Team Aspeleiter, or for those who want to register and walk or fundraise themselves in the Port Moody walk, can find more information at http://tinyurl.com/ TeamAspeleiter.

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With winter on the horizon, homeowners who live in locales with harsh winters are preparing their homes for a season spent largely indoors. Unlike the other seasons of the year, when homeowners can comfortably air out their homes by opening windows, winter offers no such opportunities to let nature improve indoor air quality. Such a reality can make a home uncomfortable as winter drags on. But that discomfort pales in comparison to the health risks presented by poor indoor air quality. Radon, volatile chemicals from fragrances used in conventional cleaners and lead from house dust are just a few of the many sources of indoor air pollution commonly found in homes. These pollutants can be especially harmful in winter, when many people spend more time indoors thanks to harsh weather. But while you might not be able to change the weather so you can open windows in the wintertime, you can take steps to improve indoor air quality in your home. • Clean the floors regularly. Dirty floors take their toll on a home’s indoor air quality. Dust that’s allowed to settle on floors may contain harmful chemicals and allergens that can lead to respiratory problems and additional uncomfortable health conditions. Clean your floors at least once per

week during the winter months, ideally with a vacuum that’s equipped with a HEPA filter. The HEPA filter is important because it can prevent dust and dirt from being blown back out of the vacuum in the exhaust. After you have vacuumed, mop the floors as well, as even the most effective vacuums leave potentially harmful dust particles behind. A once-over with a mop and some hot water can remove any lingering dust left behind by the vacuum. • Place a floor mat near every entrance. Winter is a messy season, and it’s easy to bring in the great outdoors when you enter your home during cold weather seasons. Dirt that sticks to your shoes may contain potentially harmful chemicals, so place a floor mat near any door where people routinely enter your home and politely ask that all who enter wipe off and remove their shoes before moving about the house. • Dehumidify your home. Mold and dust mites thrive on moisture, so homeowners concerned about the moisture in their homes during the winter months can purchase a dehumidifier to control allergens and reduce moisture in the air. In addition to using a dehumidifier, you can control humidity in your home by using an exhaust fan when cooking, addressing leaky plumbing fixtures to

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Supplemental Application to Participate in National Energy Board Public Hearing for Trans Mountain Pipeline ULC The National Energy Board (NEB) began a public hearing into Trans Mountain Pipeline ULC’s (Trans Mountain’s) proposed Trans Mountain Expansion Project (Project) on 2 April 2014. Over 2,000 individuals and groups filed Applications to Participate in the hearing and the Board admitted 1,650 participants. Description of the Project The Project would expand the existing Trans Mountain pipeline system located between Edmonton, Alberta (AB), and Burnaby, British Columbia (BC). It would include approximately 987 km of new pipeline, new and modified facilities, such as pump stations and tanks, and the reactivation of 193 km of existing pipeline. There would also be an expansion of the Westridge Marine Terminal. New pipeline segments would be added between Edmonton and Hinton, AB; Hargreaves and Darfield, BC; and Black Pines and Burnaby, BC. Reactivation of existing pipeline segments would occur between Hinton, AB and Hargreaves, BC; and Darfield and Black Pines, BC. The Project application and all related filings can be found on the NEB’s website. Supplemental opportunity to participate in the NEB Hearing Recently, Trans Mountain submitted a new preferred corridor for its delivery lines from Burnaby Terminal to the Westridge Marine Terminal, through Burnaby Mountain. The original Application to Participate Notification posted for the Project did not contemplate this new preferred corridor through Burnaby Mountain. Should those who are directly affected by, or have relevant information and expertise related to, the new preferred corridor through Burnaby Mountain wish to participate in the hearing, they must apply to do so. The Project is being assessed under both the National Energy Board Act (NEB Act) and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012 (CEAA 2012). Under the NEB Act, those who are directly affected will be allowed to participate and those with relevant information or expertise may be allowed to participate. In addition, if the Board is of the opinion that an applicant has relevant information or expertise about the environmental assessment under the CEAA 2012, then they will be allowed to participate. While the Application to Participate form allows applicants to indicate their preferred method of participation, the Board will decide how best to hear from each approved participant on a case-by-case basis. Applicants must clearly describe their interest in relation to the List of Issues for the hearing (included in the Application to Participate form) and how they are directly affected by, or have relevant information related to, the new preferred corridor through Burnaby Mountain. Existing participants need not apply again. Commenters may comment on, and intervenors may ask questions/file evidence/present argument on, any component of the Project, including the Burnaby Mountain section. The Application to Participate is on the NEB’s website at: www.neb-one.gc.ca under Major Applications and Projects, select Trans Mountain Expansion This supplemental Application to Participate process will be open from 8 September 2014 to 24 September 2014. Individuals and groups applying to participate must provide enough information for the NEB to decide whether participant status should be granted. Applications will only be considered from individuals and groups who are directly affected by, or have relevant information and expertise related to, the new preferred corridor through Burnaby Mountain. Contacts Information on NEB hearing processes and participant funding is available at www.neb-one.gc.ca/TransMountainExpansion. If you require additional information, the NEB has a dedicated Project-specific Process Advisor Team to provide assistance. Process Advisor Team, NEB E-mail: TransMountainPipeline.Hearing@neb-one.gc.ca Telephone (toll-free): 1-800-899-1265

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It’s time to get your garden ready for next year In late summer/early fall, gardens begins offering gifts that are ours for the taking: all we have to do is recognize them and put them to work. Fallen leaves are one of the most valuable resources a garden can have when used as a top-dressing on borderline-hardy plants. Some years ago I talked to a gardener who regularly overwintered pleiones (dwarf ground orchids) under a mulch of fallen leaves. A thickness of one foot (30 cm) was needed to get them through. Leaves are also a good

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vegetables their private winter pantry. In the compost, leaves make a carbon-rich buffer when they’re layered between thick slices of green nitrogen-rich kitchen waste and weeds. With large leaves it’s best to chop them up first because big leaves act like a roof, preventing the rotting process — air and moisture can’t penetrate below. The easiest answer is to heap leaves on the lawn and run over them repeatedly with a lawnmower. Do the final run with a catchment bag on the lawnmower. A

tidier method is dumping the leaves into a clean garbage bin and shredding them with a weedwhacker. Good temporary leaf storage can be made by making a wire corral in the vegetable garden, dumping leaves in and either putting them in the compost or waiting for freezing and moisture to break them down. An alternative is storing leaves in big, plastic bags until needed. They break down reasonably well since moisture is held inside the bags. The last mowings of the season coincide nicely with

the harvest from vegetable gardens. Some gardeners use much of this space for kale, brussels and other lateseason cabbages and will use more to plant garlic. Where space remains, those late-season clippings are a nutritious gift for the soil where vegetables will grow in spring. Earthworms breed under those clippings all winter and make the soil rich and crumbly. Another bonus at this time of year is the opportunity to gather seed and later this fall, or in spring, sow it where you would like to

have more of the same plant. This is almost a no-brainer with hardy annuals such as Nigella. Almost all plants try to produce seed and scatter it far and wide. This includes many expensive and exotic species such as lilies. You don’t necessarily have to gather seed either, just fragmenting and scattering the seedheads can be enough. Anne Marrison is happy to answer garden questions. Send them to her via amarrison@ shaw.ca

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Friday, September 12, 2014

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