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Naked hiker puzzles police 3 REPORTS OF MAN WALKING ON TRAIL Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com The mystery of the naked man seen along a Coquitlam trail continues to deepen. Coquitlam Mounties confirmed a third sighting of a naked man Wednesday on the Crystal Falls Trail near Shaughnessy Street and Karley Crescent. Police believe it was the same man reported in two previous sightings in the area. Coquitlam RCMP Cpl. Jamie Chung said the sighting took place around 12:30 p.m., about 40 minutes up the trail near the waterfall, but officers didn’t get the call until after one o’clock. Much like the previous two sightings, the naked man didn’t threaten or initiate a conversation. “He basically climbed up the side of the falls and disappeared into the fog,” Chung told the Tri-Cities NOW. “He smiled at the complainant and didn’t say anything or do anything else.” He also noted the man wasn’t wearing any shoes. The latest sighting comes on the heels of RCMP asking for the public’s help to find the man, following two previous sightings on the trail.

City looks at pesticide use

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jdeutsch@thenownews.com Drive around the Tri-Cities, or anywhere in the Lower Mainland for that matter, and you won’t have to look hard to find the damage done by the European chafer beetle. Port Moody’s mayor only has to look out his window to see the destruction caused by the pest. His own lawn, like many others in the community, has been ripped apart by wildlife searching for chafer beetle larvae. The damage in landscape value in Port Moody is estimated to be several hundred thousand dollars, according to the mayor. On Tuesday, he raised a motion asking city staff to look at options for treatment of lawns to prevent damage caused by the beetles, also called June bugs. The question now is what treatments should be used to get rid of the problem. Clay’s motion included having staff look at both organic and chemical options, including a handful of pesticides currently banned in the city. But the majority of council was opposed to the idea of exploring pesticides as an option, and voted it out of the original motion. The mayor’s motion also mentioned the use of predatory nematodes, a natural soil organism, but suggested the results have been mixed. Coun. Zoe Royer argued the focus should be on non-pesticide options, adding the city prides itself on being the first municipality in B.C. to ban pesticides. She also suggested the report downplays the use of nematodes as an option.

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Port Moody Mayor Mike Clay’s lawn has been dug up by wildlife searching for chafer beetle larvae. Clay proposed a motion that could allow residents to use pesticides, but council voted it down. “I do think the city needs to play a role in educating residents and look at what would be best at treating this epidemic in our community,” Royer said. Coun. Megan Lahti said she would like to see other options brought forward. “I see it as a huge step backwards. I don’t think we’re being very progressive if our first option is to just go to pesticides after we’ve banned them from the city,” she said. “There are other options out there that are done naturally. I’d like to see a little more effort put into a solution.”

In the end, council asked staff to report back with options for minimizing damage caused by the beetles and provide information on natural alternatives, including nematodes. Clay said residents have been asking the city for a solution to the problem. “So they’re saying ‘You’re prohibiting me from using the pesticide, so what can I do?’ We need to figure out what the options are,” he said, adding he hopes staff will come back with some options quickly. The resolution also asked staff to provide an education program to

instruct residents on combating the beetle without the use of pesticides. The chafer beetle is a non-native invasive pest that feeds on grass roots, resulting in dead patches of grass on lawns. The larvae (also known as grubs) are a delicious treat for birds, skunks, raccoons and other animals that will dig up lawns to feed on grubs in the soil. Last spring, the City of Coquitlam offered free water exemption permits so soil can be kept moist if homeowners apply nematode treatments to kill chafer beetles in their lawns. twitter.com/jertricitiesnow

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Target to close Canadian stores COQUITLAM CENTRE LOCATION WAS THE FIRST OF AN EVENTUAL 19 STORES IN B.C.

Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com It opened with great fanfare and anticipation in May of 2013, but less than two years later, Target is leaving Canada and closing all of its stores, including its Coquitlam Centre location. The Tri-Cities store was the first to open in B.C., and its launch included a visit from then-Target Canada president Tony Fisher. He was fired by the company in 2014. At the time of the launch, the store was said to have 275 employees and to be slightly larger than the average Target, at 120,000 square feet. The big box chain reportedly spent $10-million to $12-million per store on renovations. Future plans for the soon-to-beempty space in Coquitlam Centre are unclear, as a representative for the mall was not available for comment before the Tri-Cities NOW’s deadline. The Minneapolis-based chain is leaving Canada due to billions of dollars in losses after fewer than two years since its much-hyped launch. As of Thursday morning, the company is in creditor protection. Target Corp. said it will record about US$5.4 billion in pre-tax losses in its fourth quarter with most it related to the Canadian operation. Closing all its Canadian stores will put 17,600 employees across most of the country out of work. “After a thorough review of our Canadian performance and careful consideration of the implications of all options, we were unable to find a realistic scenario that would get Target Canada to profitability until at least 2021,”

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Then-Target Canada president Tony Fisher gave media a tour of the Coquitlam store when it opened in May 2013. The chain announced Thursday it’s leaving Canada, after recording about US$5.4-billion in pre-tax losses in its fourth quarter. said Brian Cornell, who became the U.S. company’s chairman and chief executive last year, in the announcement. While many retail analysts have anticipated Target’s exit for months, the move raises new questions about how the company’s absence will reshape the retail landscape.

Before its launch, Target was once considered the biggest threat to Canadian businesses, partly because its reputation with consumers was unique. Many Canadian shoppers would trek south of the border to wander the aisles of U.S. Target stores in search of deals and products they couldn’t find at home.

But when Target arrived in Canada, the story wasn’t the same and complaints flooded social media about empty shelves, high prices and a selection that fell short of expectations. The company said it would provide US$175 million of credit to fund Target Canada’s operations while it winds down under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act, or CCAA, which is one of the Canadian equivalents In our view, to the U.S. Bankruptcy there is unlikely Act. to be any single RBC anaoperator that lyst Irene Nattel said it takes over the is unclear who leases … would be in a position to take –RBC analyst over Target’s Irene Nattel 133 stores. “In our view, there is unlikely to be any single operator that takes over the leases, the location quality of which is mixed at best,” Nattel said in a note. “Rather, we could see existing retailers, including Wal-Mart Canada and Canadian Tire, perhaps picking up selected locations.” Target says the stores will remain open during a court-supervised liquidation period and it’s working to ensure employees are paid at least 16 weeks of severance. — With files from the Victoria TimesColonist and The Canadian Press

Crowd packs second sinkhole meeting PORT MOODY RESIDENTS CONCERNED AFTER TWO SINKHOLES APPEAR

Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com They showed up by the dozens, but Port Moody residents looking for answers about a pair of sinkholes related to Evergreen Line construction may not have had their fears allayed. On Wednesday evening, residents came out to the Evergreen Line project office in Coquitlam both to air their concerns about the sinkholes and to get an explanation from the project team on what exactly is happening below ground. The residents were assured by project officials and EGRT Construction, which is in charge of building the line, that there will be no new sinkholes and the ground is safe both for people living in the area and crews working on the tunnel. “We will take every step we can to avoid a further occurrence of a sinkhole,”

said Amanda Farrell, the Evergreen Line’s project director, adding safety is the project’s top priority. There have been two sinkholes in the last couple of months, one in late October in the parking lot of a building on Chateau Place, and the most recent on Jan. 2 on Cecile Drive. Following the second sinkhole, residents mobilized, asking for a meeting with Evergreen Line officials to get answers, which prompted Wednesday’s gathering. But many of the people who spoke to the Tri-Cities NOW following the meeting Wednesday said what they heard gives them little comfort. Lori Leonard, who lives right by the Cecile Drive sinkhole, said she didn’t get a sense project officials are particularly worried about the problem, noting depressions have formed in her neigh-

bours’ backyard. She said she’ll continue to avoid driving in the area in spite of the inconvenience of having to take a longer route. “I’m not sure I feel any more comfortable than when I came in,” Leonard said. Another neighbourhood resident, Cameron Northcott, lives on Seaview Drive and is concerned about both traffic and the sinkholes. He questioned plans related to traffic, specifically what route would be used if Clarke Road gets shut down and Seaview is also closed. And even with the assurance there won’t be any future problems from the tunnel boring, Northcott said vibrations are going through the neighbourhood and shaking the soil, adding the meeting didn’t give him much confidence, either. “It’s a recipe for disaster,” he said of the work. Kerry Lecorre, a Chateau Place resident who helped organize an unofficial meeting with Evergreen officials on Tuesday, had similar sentiments.

She said she still has questions, especially around how much water is being pumped out at the Cecile location, and isn’t impressed with communication from project officials. “I hope they have another meeting and I hope they have it soon,” she said. Port Moody Coun. Rick Glumac said he also expected more of a commitment by Evergreen Line officials to communicate with residents more effectively and share safety plans to alleviate fears. He said he was also surprised to learn crews don’t necessarily block off traffic when conducting maintenance on the tunnel boring machine, an approach he suggested would be safer. With at least two more maintenance stoppages scheduled for the boring machine, he said it’s important Evergreen officials meet with residents again. “It has to be in the community and it has to be, I think, a bit more reassuring than this [meeting],” he said. On Tuesday, Port Moody city council voted on a motion

to ask Evergreen Line project officials to host a meeting on the issue within city limits. But at least one resident at Wednesday’s meeting, Soren Larsen, said officials explained the geotechnical make-up of the hill and he feels safer than he did before the meeting. He also seemed resigned to the inconvenience of the work being done near his home. “It’s going to be annoying, but we’ll get over it,” Larsen said. “We have to put up with it until it’s done.” At Wednesday’s meeting, residents were given a 10minute technical presentation about the tunnel boring machine and the issue that caused the sinkhole. An EGRT representative explained the sinkholes occurred during maintenance of the machine. While workers were replacing the cutter-head tools at the front of the machine, soil material got into the cutter-head chamber. That material created a void in the ground, which then came up to the surface,

creating a sinkhole. Officials noted while the sinkholes were unplanned, they are not unheard of and the two locations were particularly challenging. Crews have also installed two dewatering wells to draw down the water table near the machine, which will help with the maintenance process. The maintenance on Cecile is expected to last three to four more weeks. Residents also learned the next scheduled maintenance for the boring machine will take place at Clarke Road and Seaview Drive. Officials said after their experience on Cecile, they expect the next round of maintenance to go more smoothly. As for complaints by some residents that tunnel boring work has damaged their homes, Farrell said the project team carried out condition surveys on buildings in the area, but if people have specific concerns they will send someone out to take a look. twitter.com/jertricitiesnow

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Man gets jail time for keying vehicles Jeremy DEUTSCH

jdeutsch@thenownews.com The man responsible for keying hundreds of vehicles in the Lower Mainland will have time to think about his crime behind bars. Last week, Soo Yo Kim, 37, pleaded guilty in a New Westminster court to one count of mischief to property over $5,000. The Coquitlam man was sentenced to three months in jail and three years probation. The conviction stems from an arrest by New Westminster police back in November, when Kim was caught vandalizing 63 vehicles in that city and another 66 in Burnaby. Coquitlam RCMP confirmed part of the charge also includes a car-keying spree in the Tri-Cities from last spring. In April, more than 100

cars were keyed in southwest Coquitlam, while ICBC received 120 claims from the incidents, with repair costs in the ballpark of $230,000. RCMP Cpl. Jamie Chung said local Mounties worked with the New West police department and ICBC on the file, adding police are pleased with the conclusion of the case. “This is a pretty severe jail sentence,” he said, adding that bringing every investigation to a resolution is always the goal. “Given the seriousness of the charges, I think people will be relieved to see he won’t be out for a few months scratching cars.” In 2006, Kim pled guilty to two counts of mischief after he was caught scratching or keying vehicles in PoCo. In 2008, police arrested Kim after allegedly watching him scratch a car in East

Vancouver. He was charged with two counts of mischief from that night, in which 100 cars in the area were keyed. Investigators believe Kim was responsible for keying more than 400 cars in Vancouver at the time, and suspected him in some 600 incidents in Coquitlam and Burnaby earlier that year. For its part, ICBC said Kim has cost the insurance corporation $650,000 in claims and another $250,000 in outstanding claims. ICBC customers have also spent $35,000 on deductibles related to Kim’s crimes. An ICBC spokesperson said the corporation is still exploring options for recovering the costs from the case. According to ICBC, the average vandalism claim costs approximately $1,000 in B.C., but the cost could be higher or lower depending on the vehicle.

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Ioco Townsite sold to novice developer A novice Vancouver developer has bought 232 acres of land in Anmore and Port Moody from Imperial Oil. The deal, which closed last week, two years after Imperial put the site on the market, includes the historic and dilapidated Ioco townsite in Port Moody and a huge section of raw land in Anmore. The land is located on the eastern edge of Imperial Oil’s 600 acres in the area. “This is the last frontier,” said Anmore Coun. and Port Moody realtor Ryan Froese, adding that the 150 forested and mostly sloped acres of Anmore land included in the sale to Brilliant Circle Group

(BBG) of Vancouver “will prove a challenge for any developer.” Brilliant Group has never developed land before, said noted Vancouver architect James Cheng, who is representing the developer and will be the lead architect for any development. The principal of BBG, who asked not to be named, is a Canadian citizen with homes in both Hong Kong and Canada. Cheng emphasized that BBG is acting alone and not on behalf of a China-based investment group. “They [BBG] have other property in the Vancouver area but they have never

seriously developed land,” Cheng said. Among the challenges on the Anmore lands are difficult access, steep slopes and the need to protect a local creek and fish hatchery, according to Froese. “Anmore has just approved our OCP [official community plan] that includes sections on steep slope retention and tree retention,” Froese said. He added that the sale “came as a surprise. We [Anmore council] were never consulted.” — Frank O’Brien Business in Vancouver To read the full version of this story, go to www.thenownews.com.

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Naked man on trail POLICE SAY HE HASN’T THREATENED ANYONE, BUT THEY WANT TO TALK TO HIM

CONT. FROM PAGE 1 The first incident was in the middle of the day back on Dec. 22 and the second was on Jan. 8. Once again, police are asking anyone who sees the man to call police. “In itself, he’s not doing

anything threatening, but we still want to get to the bottom of it and we want to find out the reason why he’s doing it, especially in winter,” Chung said. The man is described as Caucasian, between the ages of 20 and 25, standing fivefeet nine-inches tall, with a

slim build and dark brown, buzz-cut hair. On one occasion, he was seen carrying a black backpack and wearing white ear buds. Anyone with information is asked to call Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550 and quote file number 2015-772.

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Local students score high in rankings THERE’S A GAP, HOWEVER, BETWEEN MALES, FEMALES

John KURUCZ jkurucz@thenownews.com Performance indicators released Tuesday point to TriCities students being at the head of the class in a number of areas, with female and aboriginal student completion rates ranking at the top of all Metro Vancouver municipalities. The report looks at a range of ages, grades and social factors, and breaks down performance targets in specific subjects like math and English. Results for the Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) tests are also examined, along

with the rate at which students transition from Grade 6 to Grade 11, and Early Learning. Areas where local students performed particularly well included the six-year completion rate for both female and aboriginal students, as both groups ranked among the highest across Metro Vancouver. “We’re consistently above the provincial average. We’re usually No. 1 or No. 2 in the [Metro Vancouver] area and usually in the top four in the province,” said assistant superintendent Reno Ciolfi, noting that comparing results among Metro Vancouver dis-

tricts offers the best context due to their similar size and scale. The female transition rate came in at 95.9 per cent, compared to the provincial average of 84.2 per cent. The second-highest Metro ranking was found in West Van, which scored 92.5 per cent. Local aboriginal completion ranked at 75.1 per cent, while Delta’s 68.2-per-cent ranking was second in the region. The provincial average for 2013-14 was 61.6 per cent. Tri-Cities students with special needs also scored overwhelmingly higher when compared to provincial averages (85.4 per cent versus 62.2 per cent). West Vancouver recorded a special-needs completion rate of

100 per cent. School District 43 has more than 33,500 students enrolled, compared to the 7,100 students in West Van. Other areas of the report found concerns, namely for Grade 4 FSA results in reading, writing and numeracy for aboriginal students and students in care. “While performance indicators for these students improve in the later school years, these results indicate that earlier intervention for children in care and aboriginal students is important,” the report states. Another gap identified is the gender gap, as female students outperformed male students across a number of areas. In some cases, the difference was a single per-

centage point, while in others the divide was more striking: the six-year completion rate for males was 88.1 per cent, compared to 95.9 per cent for females. Ciolfi said the district is employing strategies to fix the issue, a number of which come from the Reggio Emilia method of teaching: using the outdoor environment as

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Early figures show SD43 on track for balanced budget John KURUCZ

jkurucz@thenownews.com While it’s still early, School District 43’s latest financial projections point to a balanced budget. A first-quarter report for the fiscal year was presented to the board at Tuesday’s meeting, covering a time period that spanned last July and August, along with the first two months of regular classroom instruction up until Oct. 31, 2014. “Overall, what we are seeing is that we are really on board for a balanced budget,” said secretary-treasurer Mark

Ferrari. “We don’t see very many risks right now to the board of education.” Ferrari noted the district still has some costs pressures to contend with, namely paying about $500,000 to teachers for a day’s worth of work right after the strike ended in mid-September. Some fluctuation in overall enrolment numbers was also cited, along with a decline in grant money related to the cancellation of summer school. However, some of those factors will be offset by enrolment increases for specialneeds students and the corresponding funds attached to

those student numbers. As well, enrolment figures for the district’s international education program could contribute around $1.5-million to district coffers. “In terms of international education, it looks like it will be a banner year … it’s stronger than ever,” Ferrari said. Some intangibles are also at play, specifically around the weather. A mild winter, and a continued lack of snow, will also help the district’s finances. “That will make a very significant impact on our projections,” Ferrari said.

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ewly elected Saanich Mayor Richard Atwell has recently admitted to lying about an extramarital affair that came to light when he called 911 after a fracas with the woman’s fiancé. But that’s largely a private matter. Of more concern to Saanich residents is the fact that Atwell has already been censured by his own council after he tried to force a senior civic staffer out of office, costing the municipality $488,000 in severance. He’s now claiming that someone is bugging his computer and that the local police are harassing him. Not bad for someone who’s been in office less than two months. Atwell joins the list of eccentric and oddball mayors who have served from tiny towns of a few hundred to the biggest city in the land. He seems to be angling for the title of “Most Controversial Mayor,” now that Toronto’s Rob Ford has moved back to being a councillor. Here in the Tri-Cities, many will remember the era of Port Coquitlam Mayor Scott Young, who was allowed to keep his seat after being arrested for assault. Fortunately, most Canadian municipalities, including all of those in B.C., run under what’s known as a “weak mayor” system. The mayor is definitely the key spokesperson for the city or town, but when it comes to powers, he or she has only a handful that exceed those of the rest of the councillors. We’re just now getting to know a host of new councillors and mayors in the Tri-Cities, with thousands of new officials taking their seats after last November’s elections and the Christmas break. Some of them will do great things for their towns, uniting fractious neighbourhoods, building infrastructure, helping build communities that host good homes, jobs and schools. Some of them won’t work out quite so well. The lesson seems to be that not putting too much power in any one official’s hands, whether mayor or councillor, is a pretty good idea. And that, just maybe, recall legislation might not hurt.

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main points to remember, in addition to the specific installation requirement, are: • You can only have two fog lights mounted on the front. • The lights must be at least 30 centimetres below your headlights, and Answer: • They can display either white or Steve, that is an interesting question amber light. All other colours are illegal and I think many readers will find the to use on the road. following information With respect to your enlightening. However, specific question about there isn’t a straightthe light intensity and forward answer to your angle of headlights, this question. There are difis something governed Other than ferent types of lights that by Transport Canada, headlights, you can install on the and they would be betthere are two front of your vehicle and ter able to answer these other kinds of there are different regulaquestions. tions around them. I hope However, what I can lights legally I’m able to provide some say is that daytime runallowed on the clarity to your question. ning lights are required front of vehicles: for all vehicles sold in, Other than headlights, there are two other kinds imported into, or built in fog lights and of lights legally allowed Canada after December daytime running 1, on the front of vehicles: 1989. Daytime runlights. fog lights and daytime ning lights are not to be running lights. used in place of headFog lights, as the name implies, can lights during the hours headlights are be used instead of headlights when required. In addition, after-market lights driving in foggy weather as they are must meet or exceed safety standards designed to give better visibility than set out by Transport Canada. You may headlights. The mounting of these also find that your local vehicle inspeclights is very specific and you can find tion mechanic could be a good source of the requirement in Division 4.1 1 of information on these standards. Steve, my suggestion is that if the the Motor Vehicle Act Regulations. The

headlight lenses are getting worn out and affecting the brightness of the lights, the safest option is to replace the headlight lenses or even the entire housing assembly. It may cost more money but being safer on the road is priceless. Speaking of road safety, winter is here and I wonder how many vehicles are ready for the cold, wet weather. There are a number of things that every vehicle owner should be aware of to stay safe on the road in foul weather. What is the condition of your wipers and windshield? With more people — in vehicles, on bikes and on foot — commuting to and from work in the dark during winter; a new set of wipers and a windshield in good condition can really make a big difference in terms of visibility. If you are still using the same set of wipers that you used last winter, perhaps it’s time for a new pair. In addition, ensuring your windshield is in good condition is another key to good visibility and it’s also a legal requirement. Did you know it’s illegal to drive on the road with a cracked or damaged windshield? Are you using proper tires for the dreary weather? You may think your all-season tires are good for winter driving in the TriCities when there’s no snow or ice on the roads, however, you’re safer with proper winter tires. Winter tires (the ones with the mountain and a snowflake insignia) give you far greater traction and better control of your vehicle. The reason for this is the rubber compound of winter tires does not harden when the temperature is below 7 C. So think of them not as snow tires, but rather, cold-temperature tires. Have you checked all of your lights? Being seen is another important road safety issue. Much like pedestrians CONTINUED ON PAGE 9

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wearing reflective clothing, you are much safer when other drivers can see your vehicle at a greater distance. Do a walk around your vehicle at least once a week to make sure all your lights are operating properly, and replace the burnt or worn out ones immediately. Did you know that your taillights don’t always come on when using daytime running lights? Be on the safe side, and turn your headlights on, even in the daytime. Do you know the mechanical condition and fluid levels of your vehicle? Most of us have come across a stalled vehicle on the side of the road or worse, blocking the lane. It’s not only a headache for the driver of the stalled vehicle and all other drivers behind; it’s also a safety hazard. Do yourself a favour and have your vehicle winterized by a certified mechanic on a regular basis. It’s also important to check your vehicle fluid levels (windshield washer, transmission, brake, coolant, oil, etc.) every time you get gas. It

will keep your vehicle running smoothly and safely throughout these dreary months.

“Cop Talk” is a monthly column produced as a partnership between the Coquitlam RCMP and the Tri-Cities NOW based on questions submitted by readers. Cpl. Jamie Chung is the media relations officer for the Coquitlam RCMP. Questions can be submitted to editorial@thenownews.com. You can follow Cpl. Chung on Twitter (@ rcmpjchung) and visit the Coquitlam RCMP’s website (www.coquitlam.rcmp.ca) for more information about policing and public safety in your community. The contents of this column are based on Cpl. Chung’s professional opinion, training and experience and are not intended to reflect official RCMP policy or other legislation.

RESIDENTS WANT A SAY An open letter to Port Moody council: With the OCP (official com-

munity plan) currently in limbo, the Moody Centre Community Association (MCCA) is once again requesting neighbourhood consultation for Moody Centre so the plan can truly reflect resident input. Council has agreed to consult with Coronation Park residents prior to any significant zoning changes. Council has been consulting with Ioco residents on the monster home issue (also an issue in Moody Centre, and elsewhere). Moody Centre is the area most impacted by the unofficial community plan, yet there has been no official consultation with our neighbourhood association. MCCA has heard from many residents who do not feel they’ve been heard in the process, but rather feel the plan for Moody Centre has been shaped mostly by non-residents. They feel stakeholder balance has been missing. (We know residents in other neighbourhoods have similar concerns.) This process has created a great deal of angst and uncertainty. Much of the feedback MCCA has received can be found on our online site, and we encourage you to review it. MCCA hosted its own OCP town hall in January 2013, and

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City of Coquitlam

Notice of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that the City of Coquitlam will be holding a Public Hearing to receive representations from all persons who deem it in their interest to address Council regarding the following proposed bylaws. This meeting will be held on:

How do I ﬁnd out more information?

Date: Monday, January 26, 2015 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: City Hall Council Chambers, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 7N2

Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff reports, and any relevant background documentation may be inspected from January 14 to January 26, 2015 in person at the Planning and Development Department, Coquitlam City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. You may also obtain further information with regard to the bylaws mentioned above on the City’s website at www.coquitlam.ca/publichearing and by phone at 604-927-3430.

Immediately following the adjournment of the Public Hearing, Council will convene a Regular Council Meeting during which it will give consideration to the items on the Public Hearing agenda. Item 1

Item 2 Address: 968 Stewart Avenue

Address: 3500 Block Shefﬁeld Avenue

The intent of Bylaw 4537, 2015 is to amend City of Coquitlam Citywide Ofﬁcial Community Plan Bylaw No. 3479, 2001 to revise the land use designation of a portion of the subject property as outlined in black on the map marked Schedule “A” to Bylaw No. 4537, 2015 from Compact Low Density Residential, and Elementary School (Potential) to School. The intent of Bylaw 4538, 2015 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 to rezone the subject property outlined in black on the map marked Schedule ‘A’ to Bylaw 4538, 2015 from A-3 Agricultural and Resource to RS-8 Large Village Single Family Residential, RS-9 Large Single Family Residential, P-1 Civic Institutional and P-5 Special Park.

The intent of Bylaw 4506, 2015 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 to rezone the subject property outlined in black on the map marked Schedule ‘A’ to Bylaw 4506, 2015 from RS-1 One-Family Residential to RT-1 Two-Family Residential. If approved, the RT-1 zone would facilitate the subdivision of the existing property into two (2) One-Family Residential lots and the construction of a single-family dwelling on each lot.

If approved, the application would facilitate a subdivision comprising approximately 137 single-family residential lots, a future elementary school site, and a passive park containing a streamside protection area and a nature trail.

968 Stewart Avenue Item 3

Address: 1400 Haversley Avenue

How do I provide input?

Verbal submissions may only be made in person at the Public Hearing. The City Clerk’s Office will compile a Speakers List for each item. To have your name added to the Speakers List please call 604-9273010. Everyone will be permitted to speak at the Public Hearing but those who have registered in advance will be given first opportunity. Please also be advised that video recordings of Public Hearings are streamed live and archived on the City’s website at www.coquitlam.ca/webcasts. Prior to the Public Hearing written comments may be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office in one of the following ways: Email: clerks@coquitlam.ca

The intent of Bylaw 4536, 2015 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 to rezone the subject property outlined in black on the map marked Schedule ‘A’ to Bylaw 4536, 2015 from RS-1 One-Family Residential to RS-3 OneFamily Residential.

3500 Block Shefﬁeld Avenue

If approved, the RS-3 zone would facilitate the subdivision of two (2) properties (1400 and 1404 Haversley Avenue) into three (3) lots and the construction of a single-family dwelling on each new lot.

Regular mail: 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2 In person: City Clerk’s Office, 2nd Floor, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2 Fax: to the City Clerk’s Office at 604-927-3015 To afford Council an opportunity to review your submission, please ensure that you forward it to the City Clerk’s Office prior to noon on the day of the hearing. Written submissions provided in response to this consultation will become part of the public record which includes the submissions being made available for public inspection at Coquitlam City Hall and on our website at www.coquitlam.ca/publichearing. If you require more information regarding this process please call the City Clerk’s Office at 604-927-3010.

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Please note that Council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested persons concerning any of the bylaws described above after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Kerri Lore Deputy City Clerk

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jdeutsch@thenownews.com It doesn’t look like largescale medical marijuana production facilities will be welcome in Port Moody. On Tuesday, council asked staff to craft a zoning amendment to prohibit commercial pot production anywhere in the municipality. After months of dealing with the issue, staff recommended a motion that would allow medical marijuana production and testing in light

and general industrial zones, excluding the Suncor properties. But the majority of council voted to ban commercial pot production completely. Coun. Diana Dilworth, who, along with Couns. Zoe Royer, Barbara Junker and Megan Lahti, was in favour of the ban, said she’s not opposed to patients accessing pot, but the issue is zoning. “These facilities are predominantly large, grey, square bunkers that take up a tremendous amount of

space, require a tremendous amount of security and do have environmental impacts to neighbours,” she said. However, Coun. Robert Vagramov, who voted against the ban along with Mayor Mike Clay and Coun. Rick Glumac, said the businesses are like any other. “I feel like a lot of this comes from stigma around what is philosophically a plant — if you don’t like it as a medicine don’t use it as a medicine,” he said.

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Environmental Assessment of the Proposed Eagle Mountain – Woodfibre Gas Pipeline Project Open House and Invitation to Comment FortisBC (Proponent) is proposing to expand a portion of its existing Vancouver Island natural gas transmission system (proposed Project). The Project would involve installing about 47 km of 24” natural gas pipeline starting about 35 km north of Coquitlam to the Woodfibre industrial site outside of Squamish, upgrading two of the Proponent’s existing compressor stations and building a new compressor station in Squamish. The proposed Project is subject to review under British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act.

The intention of seeking public comments is to ensure that all potential effects – environmental, economic, social, heritage and health – that might result from the proposed Project are identified for consideration as part of the assessment process. EAO also accepts public comments through the following ways: Online: www.eao.gov.bc.ca Mail:

Michael Shepard Project Assessment Manager Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria, B.C. V8W 9V1

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The Proponent has now submitted its application (Application) to obtain an environmental assessment certificate which is required before any work can be undertaken on the proposed Project. There are 45 days for the submission of comments by the public in relation to the Application. The comment period will begin on January 26, 2015 and end on March 12, 2015. All comments received during this comment period will be considered. To provide information to the public about the Application, and to receive comments from the public, the Environmental Assessment Office of British Columbia (EAO) invites the public to attend an Open House to be held: Date & time

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An electronic copy of the Application and information regarding the environmental assessment process are available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca. Copies of the Application are also available for viewing at these locations: • Squamish Public Library • Coquitlam Public Library - Poirier Branch • Gibsons & District Public Library • Sechelt Public Library • Whistler Library • District Of Squamish Planning Department • FortisBC’s Squamish Community Office For more information about the proposed Project, visit fortisbc.com/egp.

NOTE: All submissions received by EAO during the comment period in relation to the proposed Project are considered public and will be posted to EAO website.

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Coquitlam RCMP run two CounterAttack programs, one during Christmas and the other through the summer.

In the summer, cops pulled that means the program is working,” Chung told the Tri- 61 impaired drivers off the Cities NOW. road. “Except some people aren’t Chung said the campaigns getting the message — that’s are not only an effort to take why we’re out drunk drivers there.” off the road During the and keep the month-long streets safe, campaign, but to educate … some people police also drivers on aren’t getting noticed an safer options the message — increase in to get home. the amount Eventhough and that’s why of three-, the December we’re out there. seven- and 30campaign is day driving over, police –Coquitlam RCMP prohibitions will continue Cpl. Jamie Chung handed out, as to do impaired well as more d r i v i n g Criminal Code enforcement charges. throughout the year. Coquitlam Mounties have In an average year, 86 two CounterAttack cam- people die in motor vehicle paigns, one in the summer crashes involving impaired and one during Christmas. driving throughout B.C.

Police seek witnesses to pub assault Jeremy DEUTSCH

jdeutsch@thenownews.com Coquitlam Mounties are looking for witnesses to a Christmas Eve assault that sent a man to hospital. The incident happened around 5 p.m. on Dec. 24 in the parking lot of Samz Pub on Elgin Avenue in Port Coquitlam. Police said the suspect assaulted a 62-year-old man in the pub by throwing him against a wall and then quickly fleeing the scene in a white Chrysler PT Cruiser. Investigators believe before crossing paths at the pub, the suspect and the victim did not know each other. The assault appears to be random and unprovoked. The man suffered a non-life-threatening head injury and was taken to hospital. The suspect is described as a Caucasian man in his 20s. Any witnesses or anyone with information related to the assault is being asked to come forward and call investigators at 604-945-1550, quoting file No. 2014-36809.

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Well, Dodge might be asking you to take a fairly literal interpretation of that saying with their family-sized crossover, a threerow replacement for the venerable Caravan minivan. That’s right, the Caravan is no more. You’ll still be able to buy a Chrysler Town and Country, but as for the inexpensive van that got all kinds of Canadian families to hockey practice, soccer practice, dance recitals, and piano lessons, sliding doors are on their way out. Minivans as a segment are in a slow decline as more young parents try to avoid looking like their parents. This has inspired the rise of crossovers like these, which aren’t as thirsty as the old body-on-frame SUVs which once dominated the road, but still have some of that rugged image. Problem is, they’re usually compromised in one way or another, trying to be both cargo-hauler and still retain a modicum of street cred. So, how does the Journey fare? Let’s wrestle in a couple of car seats and ﬁnd out.

Design:

Swathed in bright red paint and ﬁtted with 19” black alloys, the Journey certainly looks tough enough to handle a Canadian winter. That big Dodge crosshair grille has presence, and the curved bar that’s meant to imitate a lightbar/skidplate combo looks ready to ram its way through the nearest snowbank. From other angles, the main impression is one of useful boxiness. That’s great – if the old Caravan didn’t have much to recommend it as a status symbol, it was at the very least extremely practical. The Journey has much better ground clearance, of course, but it’s still

got the same squared-off lines, and doesn’t appear over styled at the rear, favouring function over form.

On the other hand, the V6 and AWD tester had more than enough shove for passing and highway onramps, even when loaded up with the entire family and all the cargo needed to spend a few days travelling. The 6-speed automatic is a bit rough in engagement, especially when cold, but the ride and handling are quite good, even on a winding country road.

Environment:

Inside the cabin, yes indeed, it’s quite roomy. There are three rows of seats here, but the rear is really only a jumpseat for temporary soccer team carpool duty. However, the first two rows have plenty of space for passengers, whether they ride in Gap khakis, or in a rear-facing child seat. What’s more, there are cubbies aplenty hidden all over the place, more nooks and crannies than you’d find in the Millennium Falcon. The glove box isn’t especially huge, but there’s a bin under the passenger’s seat, and two more under the floorboards on each side in the back. Emergency snacks, backup Lego for long ferry waits, or maybe just a diaper emergency kit? That’s up to you, just be aware you can’t really access them when on the move. Rear seat passengers also have access to a conventional household plug and 12V power outlet, for charging electronic devices. My tester also came with the $1200 rear video entertainment group, but given that most young kids these days have iPad minis and the like for much less than that, know that there are enough outlets to keep everybody charged and quiet. For the driver, the Journey’s dashboard is a very plain affair, almost completely without ornamentation except for the 8.4” Uconnect touchscreen. This controls everything in the car including the heated steering wheel – always a nice touch when the thermometer starts falling – and is very easy to navigate through. Uconnect’s voice command is better than some other options out there, and its display is large enough not to distract too much from the task at hand.

Performance:

The Journey comes with two engine options: a 2.4L 4cyl making 173hp and Chrysler/Dodge’s ubiquitous 3.6L V6, which puts out a distinctly healthier 283hp. All-wheel-drive is only available with V6 models, and the base four-cylinder comes mated to a four-speed automatic transmission – pretty outdated technology.

You don’t really hustle a car with a small child strapped in the back, not if you don’t want to end up hosing vomit out of the back seats, so for slow and smooth driving with some kid-friendly tunes on the stereo, the Journey proves agreeable. Grip from the all-wheel-drive system was perfectly acceptable on slippery roads, and at-speed on the highway, wind-noise wasn’t really an issue. “Nice” can be a bit of an epithet, but apart from a slight tendency to lurch when called upon to shift quickly, the Journey’s unremarkable ride, handling, and performance blended into the background, just what you want in a family vehicle. It didn’t thrill, but neither did anyone complain.

Features:

Being a high-level trim in priced in the mid-thirties, my Crossroads tester came with every conceivable feature. Leather seats were heated up front, there was the aforementioned heated steering wheel, and everyone had a chance to ﬁddle with the temperature with threezone automatic climate control. I’d probably give the optional DVD system a miss, but the satellite navigation and backup camera package are probably a must-check at this level. Both were very easy to use, as was the streaming Bluetooth audio, and handsfree phone operation. Fuel economy for all-wheel-drive and the V6 gets somewhat unimpressive scores of 14.5L/100kms city or 9.9L/100kms highway, and real-world ﬁgures were similarly in the low teens. Buying the four-cylinder for economy might not be the smartest move, however, as it’s only a few litres better on paper, and being so much down on power, you’d have to push it a little harder.

Green Light:

Good feature load-out; smooth, comfortable ride; easyto-use infotainment; excellent space

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Quite thirsty; transmission could be smoother; fourcylinder option needs better transmission

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A smartly-equipped machine for Canadian families who wouldn’t be caught dead in a minivan

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effort, ranging between grades 10 and 12. “We have done this in the past with other students, and it was successful on many levels,” said Heritage Woods educational assistant Mary Purkis. “Students learn kitchen and cooking skills, money skills and social skills. They also get to feel good, because what they are doing is helping animals in the community who don’t have homes.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 21

The North Shore’s busiest place for natural pet food has come to the Tri-Cities. Korna natural Pet Supplies is now open at 2773 Barnet Highway in Coquitlam We have worked hard to offer the largest selection of raw pet food in Western Canada, as well as the best supplements, pet products and gifts. Open 7 days a week. Come and see our new store today!

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in Seaton isn’t one to get stuck in a rut. With a career spanning five decades in the arts, he could easily rest on his laurels, but has instead chosen to reinvent himself time and time again. That ongoing evolution, which has seen him switch locales, styles and inspirations, will be on display as of Saturday, Jan. 17, when’s Seaton exhibit opens up at PoCo’s Leigh Square. Entitled, W.L. Seaton, Five Decades Retrospective of One Man’s Art, the exhibit showcases how the 74-year-old has added a number of different disciplines to his palette since first picking up a paint brush at the age of nine. “It’s really about an intellectual growth within an artist when you start moving into other mediums,” he said. “You get to a point in your career when you’ve painted for 40 years that you decide you’ve done enough landscapes and trees that you want to move on.” About 60 pieces will be on display in PoCo, tracing the beginning of Seaton’s days in Ontario and the Maritimes to his life today on the West Coast. During that time, he’s repeatedly jumped between styles, from oil to watercolour, realism to abstract and from painting to mixed

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Win Seaton’s latest exhibit explores the Maple Ridge native’s five decades in the arts. media. His exhibit includes representational and semi-abstraction works along with encaustic paintings — a type of painting that’s thought to have originated around 400 BC and utilizes melted bees’ wax. Seaton will have about a dozen encaustic paintings in the show, all of which were done in 2006 and 2007, and have never been shown publicly. The paintings are linked by

a trip Seaton took to St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, England and depict religious and historic scenes. “It’s a very old type of art and very difficult to do,” he said. Seaton’s show is also highlighted by four distinct series unified around common themes. Flags depicts different kinds of maritime flags used for communication purposes before

the advent of Morse Code, lighting signals or radar. Blackboards is a series of works made from discarded blackboards Seaton acquired from an old school in Nova Scotia. The Maple Ridge native uses the blackboard pieces as his canvas, which is then covered in caulking, drywall mud and commercial paint. Respect originates from the hull of a canoe brought back to him from a friend’s trip to Tahiti. Seaton took a series of hyper-detailed photos of the canoe and created abstract paintings based on the vessel. Tribute, on the other hand, finds its origins in recession and reinterpretation. Seaton embarked on that series in 2006, when galleries started to go belly up, the market for art softened and the global recession took hold. Partly as a response, and partly out of frustration, Seaton re-created a series of famous paintings in the same way a cover band pays tribute to an original act. “If your name was Picasso, for example, it didn’t matter if it was a piece of crap, [galleries] would get a huge amount of money for it — it all depended on the name of the artist in the corner of the canvas,” Seaton recalled. “A lot of contemporary artists like myself couldn’t get any traction. [Tribute] is my interpretation of other people’s work.” As part of Saturday’s opening, Seaton will host an artist talk at Leigh Square at 3 p.m. For more information, see www.portcoquitlam.ca/leighsquare or http://winseaton.ca.

Coffee Concerts kick off

A mainstay in the Port Coquitlam entertainment scene kicks off another season this weekend. The Coffee Concerts series begins Sunday, January 18 at the Terry Fox Theatre with a performance by Karen

Flamenco and West Side Story. Sunday’s show will transport attendees back to 1950s New York, complete with the cries of “Jets!” and “Óle!” “There’s a battle coming, a dance battle, and two star-

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crossed lovers are caught in between feuding cultures and gangs of 1950s New York,” a press release from the city notes. “Enter the Karen Flamenco studio and you’ll discover an explosion of sound, colour and movement.” Outside of this weekend’s show, performances will also be staged on Jan. 19, Feb. 8 and Feb. 19, and show days will alternate between Sundays and Thursdays. Sunday’s show runs from

2 to 4 p.m. and tickets range in price between $6 and $12. For more information, see www.experienceit.ca or call 604-927-7529. The Tri-Cities NOW is hosting a contest on its Facebook page that involves giving away tickets to upcoming performances. We’ve already given away tickets to Saturday’s show, but will be offering tickets to upcoming performances soon. Visit us on Facebook to find out more.

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could fill in for regular, more experienced movers. High prices are not only reserved for those who buy a new house during the spring and summer. Renters may find spring and summer is also the peak season for rentals. Many apartment managers can attest that the dates between early June and late August are quite busy in terms of apartment turnover. College students are more likely to move as soon as the academic year ends, and many landlords plan leases to expire in the summer months to ensure that re-renting places will be easier thanks to a flooded apartment market. According to Apartment Wiz, a Houston, Texas-based apartment locating service, although there might be greater apartment availability during the warm-weather months, it also means greater competition between prospective tenants. That greater competition can drive up prices. But apartments are harder to fill in the fall or at

the onset of winter. That’s because many people do not want the hassle of moving once school has started or the weather has chilled. Landlords who are stuck paying utilities and advertising fees for vacant apartments are far more likely to negotiate rent prices, lease terms and even security deposits during the winter in an effort to fill the apartment quickly. People sitting with homes on the market are also more likely to negotiate during cooler months when foot traffic has fizzled out. That can make shopping for a home in the fall advantageous to home buyers. Here are some other tips to reduce stress and save money when moving into a new house or apartment.

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Legion, 133–2675 Shaughnessy St. in PoCo. This social group for those 50+ offers a chance to meet new friends and participate in events such as walking, dancing, dining out, travel, theatre and more. Info: Nina at 604-941-9032. Tri-City Singles Social Club meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Legion Manor, 2909 Hope St. in Port Moody. This 50+ singles group gets together for a variety of fun activities: dining, dancing, theatre, travel, movies and more. Members are from the Tri-Cities and beyond. New members welcome. Info: Darline at 604-466-0017.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17 University Women’s Club meets at 1 p.m. at the Poirier

Branch of the Coquitlam Public Library, 575 Poirier St. Elaine Golds from the Burke Mountain Naturalists will discuss climate change, endangered species and other environmental challenges. Info: Penny at 604-469-9309. Terry Fox Library hosts a forum covering RRSPs and TFSAs from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. An expert from Vancity Financial will lead the discussion. Registration is appreciated. Info: 604-927-7999. Glen Elementary Parent Advisory Council hosts a recycling roundup from 9 a.m. to noon in the parking lot of Glen Elementary, 3064 Glen Dr. in Coquitlam. The group is looking to key in on items such as car seats, foils, shiny silver wrappings, Styrofoam, all soft and hard plastics and various types of metals. Go to www.pmdrecycling.com for a list of acceptable items. The event will take place on the third Saturday of each month. Info: www. facebook.com/pages/Glen-Elementary-PAC/366981726800069.

MONDAY, JANUARY 19 S.U.C.C.E.S.S. hosts a free foreign credential recognition

information session from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Port Moody Public Library, 100 Newport Dr. The session is open to all internationallytrained professionals: nurses, engineers, physicians, tradesperson, accountants and more. Attendees will learn about the recognition process, which community resources are available and more. Info: www.success.bc.ca/FCRloan/events.

Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural Society hosts a “Rhymes of Times” session from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Heritage at Leigh Square, 150–2248 McAllister St. This week’s discussion will focus on Party Times. Share party time memories from your youth through adulthood, along with photos or other winter memorabilia to share. Info: info@pocoheritage.org. Tri-Cities Parkinson’s Support Group meets from 10 a.m. to noon at Eagle Ridge United Church, 2813 Glen Dr. in Coquitlam Info: 604-465-2383.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural Society hosts a

“Heritage Detectives” session from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at 150 – 2248 McAllister Street. The theme will be, “Is there a doctor in the house?” Early doctors and hospital in Port Coquitlam, from Sutherland to Sager to Heffelﬁnger will be examined along with the early medical history of PoCo. Please bring along any photos or information on the subject to share with the group. Info: info@ pocoheritage.org. PoCo Garden Club meets at 7:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church 2211 Prairie Ave. in Port Coquitlam. Guest speaker Pam Erikson will speak to the topic of “Daylilies and Hostas.” Everyone is welcome. Info: Lynette at 604-945-0906. Dogwood Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. in the Centennial Room at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. Guest speaker Chris Jennings will speak about gardening with shade plants. Info: Margaret Manery at 604-931-3433 or e-mail margaret.manery@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary hosts a Family Fun Sale from

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the main lobby of Eagle Ridge Hospital, 475 Guildford Way in Port Moody. New and gently used puzzles, games, DVDs and more will be on sale to raise funds to buy hospital equipment and patient comfort items. Info: http://erhf.ca. Singles Travel Club meets for dinner at 6 p.m. at the ABC Restaurant located at 300-100 Schoolhouse St. in Coquitlam. Meet new friends, enjoy the security of group travel and avoid the costly single supplement. RSVP to Val at 604-669-6607 ext 304. Info: www.singlestravelclub.ca.

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SHARE Society hosts a 13-week education series around alcohol and drug use for those who have an alcohol or drug problem, and for those concerned about their use or the use of others. This week’s discussion is on “Substance Affected: How others misuse of alcohol and drugs affects us. How to help others.” The session includes a video, brief presentation and open discussion, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 2615 Clarke St. in Port Moody. Registration is not required. Info: 604-936-3900.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 Coquitlam Public Library, Poirier branch, hosts a discussion on

estate planning from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Nancy Bennett Room at 575 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. Financial advisor James Leung will cover a series of talking points including: the value of having an estate plan, how to build for an estate plan and what to consider when creating or update that plan. To register, call the library’s registration line at 604-937-4155. Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural Society hosts an “Evening at the Museum” gathering at 7 p.m. at 150–2248 McAllister St. The discussion focuses on the search for the Franklin Expedition in Canada’s North. Linda Mackay from PoCo’s International Submarine Engineering will discuss the company’s involvement in the search for the expedition and the technology that recently helped discover this ship. Info: info@pocoheritage.org.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 SFU Philosophers’ Café discusses the topic “Head vs. Heart”

from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the ParkLane Room at the Port Moody Library, located at 100 Newport Dr. Dr. Michael Picard, an instructor at SFU and Douglas College, will lead the discussion. Do you follow your head, or your heart? Is one superior to the other? Explore the perils and virtues of each choice through an open debate with other thinkers in your community. No registration required. Info: 604-469-4635 or askthelibrary@portmoody.ca.

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Coquitlam Order of the Eastern Star holds a Trivial Pursuit night at 5:15 p.m. at 2600 Shaughnessy St. in PoCo. Join a team of eight people or bring your own. Dinner provided. Cost: $20. Info: Pam at 604-469-9849.

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A good dump of white precipitation was all local skiiers Katrina Voss and Lena Liljedahl needed to get a good jump on the alpine winter sports season last week. The two Port Moody downhillers were part of a strong weekend for the Hemlock Ski Team, which posted solid results at Apex and Whistler events. Voss placed second in the first two Apex under-16 slalom races, and capped the day by finishing second in the third and final run. Liljedahl rode the skis to a seventh place showing in all three slalom races. The team’s top results were recorded by Abbotsford’s Chase Burns, who took a gold and silver in the Apex u12 slalom races, pacing a strong Hemlock effort.

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Reds add 13-14 team to the fold

The Coquitlam Reds want to blaze a trail when it comes to developing baseball players. The B.C. Premier Baseball League program is partnering with Coquitlam Little League on a 13-and-14 year old squad that will build a bridge from minor ball to the higher, provincial elite leagues. “[Coquitlam Little League] is our main feeder association, along with Coquitlam-Moody, and it just made sense to join forces this way,” remarked Reds general manager Wes Taylor. “The best way to do that is to start a development team for 13- and 14year-olds.” The Reds program, which includes the B.C. Junior Premier League’s Redlegs for 15- and 16-year-olds, is going through a transition after the retirement of longtime skipper Bill Green. Last year’s on-field struggles were part of a growing process, he noted. Taylor is working closely with coaches David Kington and Shawn Bowman, and the three agreed that a select team bridging the transition from minors to the premier level would be beneficial. “We’ve talked about it a lot, and the key is a willingness from both sides to do this to help kids in their development,” said Taylor. “This is all new territory. No other [B.C. Premier] program is doing this.” The team will continue to play in Little League and qualify for provincial all-stars and Canadian championships, he noted. The squad will also participate in training under Reds coaches as well as competed at tournaments under the Reds banner. “Coquitlam Little League is committed to offering every child the opportunity to become the player they want to be based on their skill and interest level,” CLL board member Bruce Michael said in a press release. “Working with the Reds organization strengthens that effort by offering a stream for players who are looking for an alternative to the programs that we are able to provide.”

GREASED LIGHTNING: The PoCo-based Lightning Speed Skating Club held its annual meet on Saturday, with long blades and quick laps the dominating theme. Above, PoCo’s Jessie Lee, in blue, holds the lead out of the turn; at bottom right, Rene Girard kicks it into high gear; below, Steven Lim awaits the start of his race. To see more photos, scan this page with Layar, or visit www.thenownews.com.

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A new year has so far not brought new results for the Port Moody Panthers of the Pacific Junior B Hockey League. The last-place Panthers suffered a pair of setbacks last week, watching their winless streak reach 10 games. Saturday, Port Moody was caught flatfooted by the Abbotsford Pilots in a 5-1 loss. After surrendering the first three goals, the Panthers got on the scoreboard when Reece Bartel, fresh off the PJHL All-Star Game, cashed in a powerplay marker early in the second. But the Pilots countered with two more goals to complete the scoring. A day later in Burnaby, Port Moody took a 2-0 lead on tallies from Matthew Reyes and Mark Fletcher before Grandview reeled off four unanswered goals in a 4-2 decision. Scoring the game winner for Grandview was Anmore native Austin Campeau, while Adam Rota picked up two assists in the win.

Stillrecuperatingfromaninjury,Coquitlam’s Brittany Rogers was back on the uneven bars to start the NCAA Div. 1 gymnastic season last weekend. Her University of Georgia Gym Dogs, ranked No. 7 in preseason poll, were on the wrong end of a close battle with Michigan, out-pointed 196.600 to 195.600 in Athens, Ga. Rogers, a junior with the Gym Dogs, finished third on the uneven bars. Last year saw the 2012 Canadian Olympic team member push through an Achilles injury late in the competitive season. Despite the injury, suffered prior to the South East Conference championships, Rogers competed on both the uneven bars and beam at the SECs and on bars at the NCAA tournament, where Georgia placed fifth. A two-time All-American, Rogers finished 2014 tied for ninth on bars and ranked 11th all-around nationally.

Sitting atop the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association, the Douglas College Royals men’s volleyball squad is in the driver’s seat as the season hits the stretch drive. After sweeping Fraser Valley 3-2 and 3-0 last week and with six weeks to go before the provincials, the 12-2 Royals leapfrogged both the Ontario’s Humber Hawks and Alberta’s Red Deer Kings to take over top spot in the national rankings. Playing a huge part in Douglas’ rise has been the play of Coquitlam’s Matt Santema, who sits second in the PacWest in kills, with 168 over 49 sets, for an average of 3.43 per set. The six-foot-five outside hitter stood seventh in both blocks — with 27 over 49 sets — and aces — delivering 20 in 49 sets. He also stands tied at second overall in total offence, tied with teammate, George Thompson, while trailing College of the Rockies’ Curtis Stockton.

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Missing their fulltime netminder, the Coquitlam Metro-Ford under-13 girls Aftershock turned to two players to guard the cage, and were rewarded in a 4-1 opening Cup match win over Royal City. The first half was a tight affair, with only Coquitlam’s Maia Faccone finding the back of the net. In the second half, the Aftershock got three goals from Chanelle Prestia, with Olivia Gallina contributing two assists. Turning in solid defensive work in front of the rookie tandem of Neena Hull and Vanessa Porretti was Linnea Wong. • Michela Cervellin scored once and set up another to lead the Coquitlam Metro-Ford u13 select Rebels past Fraser Valley 4-1 to begin 2015. First-half tallies by Maiya Callister and Erin Ilett set the table, as the Rebels looked well rested. Laura Marshall deposited the other goal. The backline of Madison Ciulla, Keely Lind-Petersen and Jenna Mariotti withstood much of the Valley’s attack. Newcomers Kyra Lee and Taylor Morris made impressive debuts at midfield, as the Rebels improved to 11-3-1. • Midfielder Quinn Leon Carney got the ball rolling, as the Coquitlam Metro-Ford u11 boys Barca blanked a Mission u12 squad 4-0 last week. The 1-0 lead stood up until late in the second half, when striker Roman Bandiera drilled two markers, with Ty Banks adding another. Due to injury, Barca called on four players to play between the posts, with Bandiera, Banks, Carney and Adam Vrba all sharing in the shutout. • In their first game of District Cup play, the Coquitlam Metro-Ford u18 Crusaders played well but fell 2-0 to Port Moody.

It wasn’t until just before halftime that the game’s first goal was scored, as Port Moody converted a long pass with five minutes to play before the whistle. Turning in strong efforts were defenders Marcus Blackstock, Stephen Cantafio, Dylan Desousa and Ishawn Johal, and netminder Marc Cheneval.

PORT MOODY The first game of the new year but last game of the regular season carried a lot of weight. The Port Moody u-17 gold boys Redcaps treated it as such, slipping past rival North Coquitlam 1-0. With the end result likely to reverberate into cup action matchups later this month, the ‘Caps jumped out and made things happen. Tony Blazevic took full advantage of a foul call against North Coquitlam, slicing a beautiful curved shot into the top corner for the game’s lone goal.

NORTH COQUITLAM Behind the stellar netminding of Neshat Izad Negahdari, the North Coquitlam United u14 girls Blue Bombers stymied Port Moody by a 3-0 score. The Bombers got goals from Caitlyn Anson, Breanna Chorney and Jenna Trainner, and plenty of offensive support from Brooklyn Green. Leading a strong team defence were Delaney Hunt, Elisa Morrison and Megan Scott. • Sometimes, luck is also a reaffirmation on how good you are. The North Coquitlam United u14 boys Raiders were both good and lucky, trouncing an undermanned PoCo rival 6-0. Playing a man-short all game put PoCo in a tough spot from the get-go, and credit to their players for playing hard through the full game.

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North Coquitlam United’s Mateen Nasiri, second from left, plays the ball forward during last week’s 6-0 win over Port Coquitlam. Nasiri would tally three goals. The Raiders’ Mateen Nasiri led the offensive charge with three goals, with singles by Allan Chang, Alex Jung and Devyn Schmid. Turning in strong work for North Coquitlam were Ronan Barr, Vaughn Roberts and Shayan Tahmorsi. • Behind the sharp goalkeeping of Eric

Jang, the North Coquitlam United u16 Fusion held on to edge PoCo 2-1. Brandon Sadowski and Jeff Feng propped the Fusion to a two-goal lead, with Cole Mullen drawing an assist. Anchoring the victory were Brandon Mayhew, Thomas Venos and Alex Warner.

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