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Portables upset Pionniers PAC

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jdeutsch@thenownews.com It might not be the happiest return for some students and parents at the only francophone school in the Tri-Cities when classes go back in September.

Members of the parent advisory council (PAC) at École des Pionniersde-Maillardville in Port Coquitlam are unhappy over plans to house Grade 6 students in newly purchased portables, while a private daycare gets space inside the school.

Stephanie Darveau, a parent and the PAC treasurer at École des Pionniers-deMaillardville, said parents have argued the Francophone Education Authority of B.C. (SD93) shouldn’t have bought the portables and should have reclaimed the

rooms used by the daycare instead.

She also said the PAC is asking SD93, also known as the Conseil scolaire francophone de la ColombieBritannique or CSF, to follow its own policy on extra rooms so students have priority and are inside the school.

“We’d like more transparency from them and consultation and really, that our school would be treated like a school and not like a daycare,” Darveau told the TriCities NOW. The PAC is also questioning the district’s decision to spend $350,000 on portables while the daycare uses space inside the school.

The CSF responded in a press release, noting it’s aware of parents’ concerns around the issue.

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Members of the École des Pionniers-de-Maillardville PAC are upset that Grade 6 students will be housed in portables, while a daycare will run inside the school. ible options for parents for providing all programs from kindergarten through Grade 12 in École des Pionniersde-Maillardville while maintaining the daycare service,” said CSF spokesperson

Pascale Cyr. “When these two options were presented to parents at École des Pionniers, it was very clear that it would be possible to move the Grade 6 students who are currently

in portables into the school.

Since these options were presented, the CSF has still not received an answer from the parents.”

The CSF also defended the purchase of the portables, noting two were bought during the 2014-15 school year based on expected enrolment.

The release noted although a new school will be built in the next year, the CSF is already anticipating a lack of space.

“It was from this long-term development perspective that the CSF accepted the request to purchase two portables,” Cyr said.

As for the daycare, Les Petits Pionniers, the CSF noted the main requirement for daycares wanting to operate on CSF premises is that they have the same eligibility criteria and the same man-

date as the district, which is that all their programs are conducted in French.

The CSF said the daycare has been fulfilling that mandate since 2008.

In response, Darveau said the options presented by the CSF are not acceptable, suggesting they don’t respect the district’s own policies.

She also suggested it’s probably too late to make a change this late in the summer.

For now, the PAC says it’s hoping for better consultation and transparency from the district in future decisions.

“We are hoping for more transparency from SD93 because now it looks like the district is favouring a private business to the expense of our students and the taxpayers,” Darveau said. twitter.com/tricitiesnow

Horne wants to run Does PoCo have all for Conservatives the recovery homes?

John KURUCZ

jkurucz@thenownews.com Coquitlam-Burke Mountain MLA Doug Horne made his plans to run for the federal Conservatives official Wednesday morning, as the 49-year-old will seek the party nod for the new Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam riding.

Horne hinted at making the jump to federal politics last month, but said he wanted certainty around the issue of school sites on Burke Mountain before finalizing his decision.

School district officials confirmed in mid-June that five schools will be built in the area, and 35 acres of land had been secured to build those schools within the next decade.

“I’ve worked very hard in the last few years, getting us from the issue not even

Doug Horne being a priority to getting a very good plan over the next number of years to build those schools out,” he said in a phone interview with the Tri-Cities NOW. An MLA since 2009, Horne aims to replace outgoing MP James Moore, who he said “has done a huge amount for this community.”

“I see moving federally as a natural progression and I

look forward to hopefully representing the community federally — but you can’t take anything for granted,” he said. “[Moore] won by a large majority last time, but I think I need to work very hard to keep the confidence of the community.”

No date has been set for the Conservative nomination meeting, and the only other candidate to publicly declare similar intentions for the nomination is former Coquitlam council candidate Andy Shen.

Horne aims to build that confidence by centring his platform around the economy and job creation.

“We need to make sure that we continue, and that the federal government continues, to deliver dollars to our local municipalities to make certain that the infrastructure and growth is well sustained,” he said.

BELOW G O V ER N M EN T P R IC E S

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jkurucz@thenownews.com PoCo councillors wonder whether their city is being unfairly burdened with caring for some of the Tri-Cities’ most vulnerable residents.

Those questions were raised Monday against the backdrop of a rezoning application to increase the number of people staying at a halfway home on Oxford Street from five to 10. The application is being brought forward by the Hope for Freedom Society, which operates six other recovery homes in PoCo. While virtually every PoCo councillor lauded the society for its track record, many questioned whether Coquitlam and Port Moody offer the same services.

“In the Tri-Cities we tend to share the burden on a lot of things, yet to my knowledge, [neither] Coquitlam [nor] Port Moody have these recovery houses,” said Coun. Dean Washington.

Coun. Darrell Penner echoed those sentiments, suggesting he wants an analysis of how many similar types of facilities are spread across the Tri-Cities.

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Port Moody spokesperson Rosemary Lodge told the Tri-Cities NOW Wednesday the city hasn’t issued any business licences for recovery houses or detox shelters.

Coquitlam spokesperson Kathleen Vincent noted officials in that city don’t collect that type of data.

Hope for Freedom Society managing director Rob Thiessen noted the Oxford Street property is what’s referred to as a “House 3,” which means clients only sleep and eat there, and receive treatment and other programming at other sites.

“We need a minimum of 10 clients per house to make the numbers work,” he said.

“It’s not affordable for us to carry a mortgage on a property and only get income from five clients.” He added the society held a public meeting of its own, and notified residents within a 250-metre radius of its plans. Only five people showed up.

“They all gave positive feedback and we didn’t get any negative feedback,” he said.

“We had heard that there is some concern in the neighbourhood but none of those people showed up, which is unfortunate.”

The issue will come back to the city in September.

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SkyTrain 70% done, Port Moody hears BUT RICK GLUMAC RAISES CONCERN OVER CHROMIUM-6

Renee SUTTON editorial@thenownews.com The Evergreen Line project is now more than 70 per cent complete, according to the executive project director, who gave an update to Port Moody city council Tuesday.

The completion date for the rapid transit project has been pushed back from summer to fall 2016, but project staff predict that, with the exception of the tunnel, all physical work will be complete by spring 2016. According to the presentation, all stations are now between 70- and 85-percent complete, and the tunnel is over 50-per-cent complete.

Amanda Farrell, executive project director for the Evergreen Line Rapid Transit Project, told council construction recently hit some big milestones, such as testing and commissioning.

“We ran the first train from Lougheed Town Centre to Burquitlam Station on July the 11th,” she said. “We will continue to run test trains at

off-peak times and on weekends when the SkyTrain is not too busy and we can borrow a train.”

Farrell said the tunnel-boring machine is still working at Clarke Street and Seaview Drive. She said the contractor experienced difficulties with maintaining stability in surrounding sandy soil, but several new methods have been applied to enhance stability.

Since tunnel boring began, four sinkholes have opened up along the route, the latest in June.

“Crews have been able to safely and successfully change the cutter head tools, and are currently involved in repairing some damage to the face that was incurred when the machine went through a boulder field in the last run,” Farrell told council.

She said the area is being monitored around the clock for settlement, and the tunnel-boring machine is expected to be finished at Clarke and Seaview by midto late-August.

Coun. Rick Glumac raised concerns about previous issues the project has seen with dewatering procedures.

“There was water originally being put into Schoolhouse Creek, and [the project] detected high levels of Chromium-6,” he said.

Jeff Spruston, contract representative for EGRT construction, said the wells have cleared up since then.

“The wells that originally detected some Chromium-6 are discharging into a Metro Vancouver sanitary sewer, where the chromium levels are well below the acceptable levels for sanitary treatment,” Spruston said. He added there are four dewatering wells near Clarke Street and Seaview Drive, but the dewatering should not have any effect on nearby trees.

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Police warn drug users after fentanyl found

John KURUCZ

jkurucz@thenownews.com An extremely powerful street drug believed to be linked to at least a dozen

deaths in southern B.C. has been found in the Tri-Cities.

Coquitlam RCMP issued a warning Tuesday about the appearance of fentanyl, which is described as being

50 to 100 times more powerful than morphine and commonly found mixed in with other drugs like oxycodone, ecstasy or heroin.

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drugs seized as evidence in local investigations have shown varying levels of fentanyl, a synthetic narcotic painkiller that is said to be up to 50 to 100 times more

toxic than morphine,” RCMP Cpl. Jamie Chung said in a statement.

In an interview with the Tri-Cities NOW, Chung noted the substance is virtually

New weekend parking restrictions at Rocky Point Park

There is a four-hour limit on parking, seven days a week, at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody.

If you drive to the park on Saturdays or Sundays, please note the change in signage and park within the time limit.

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Chung would not specify where the drug was found within the Tri-Cities.

“The drug trade is very mobile,” he said. “You have dial-a-dope operations that are driving around all the time. Customers are also all over the place. It really doesn’t matter exactly where they are.”

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Earlier this month, eight people in Surrey overdosed within a 24-hour period in an incident linked to fentanyl.

Another woman died in Abbotsford in early July, and investigators pointed to fentanyl in that case as well.

“It is here,” Chung said. “It is now probably a good time to go see a doctor if you are a street drug user to see what alternatives there are.”

Gas pump labels?

Renee SUTTON

editorial@thenownews.com Port Moody may consider putting the environmental responsibility of fossil fuels right into the palms of individual users at the gas pump.

At Tuesday night’s city council meeting, a presentation from Our Horizon, a national not-for-profit organization, encouraged the city to adopt new warning labels on gas pump nozzles.

Matt Hulse, representing Our Horizon, said the idea came from cigarette package labels that warn of the dangers of smoking. He said he hopes to make people aware and uncomfortable about their role in the environment.

“Everyone uses fossil fuels.

We all have a carbon footprint. Our contributions individually may be small, but collectively the impact is quite large,” he said.

Coun. Robert Vagramov said the labels could be a good way to put responsibility in front of the user’s face.

“I already feel so bad at the pump … watching all that toxic disgusting fume kind of spew out of the fuel nozzle,” he said.

The City of North Vancouver recently voted to bring the idea to a public meeting. Port Moody will not make a decision until council resumes in September.

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New artist-in-residence/ caretaker OK’d for park

Renee SUTTON

editorial@thenownews.com A new program that combines the artist-in-residence concept with the role of park caretaker was approved Tuesday night for Rocky Point Park in Port Moody.

The program aims to integrate an artist into the position of residential park caretaker, where the artist will provide the services of a caretaker in exchange for living and studio space, according to a city staff report.

Rocky Point Park has a one-bedroom caretaker residence located on the top floor

of the parks services building.

Coun. Meghan Lahti said park caretakers are an essential tool for the city. She supported the program and referred to the position as the city’s eyes in the park.

“It’s a unique approach to adding to our art awareness inventory, and adding a new type of program to enhance the City of the Arts,” she said.

Residency for the program begins in fall 2015 and ends on Oct. 31, 2017, according to the program proposal.

A few of the caretaker’s responsibilities include maintaining a project blog and participating in community

events, such as Culture Days.

The city will be responsible for the cost of the suite, including hydro and heating.

The city will also promote the artist and his or her work while providing support as a liaison to community events and festivals.

Coun. Rick Glumac, chair of the city’s arts and culture committee, said one of the committee’s goals this year is to see more artists working in the community.

“This is a great way of bringing art out into the public and out into the park,” he said.

But Mayor Mike Clay

opposed the program. He said while he doesn’t like having the caretaker position empty for so long, he also doesn’t like filling it with an artist. He said having an artist on the second floor of the parks services building doesn’t really open it up to the public.

“I don’t feel like we need this [program], and I think we could do better than this one by doing it a different way,” Clay said.

The position will be open to writers, composers, musicians, poets and artists who work with two- and threedimensional materials (excluding ceramics).

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ridor, something the original sites did not have.

“We wouldn’t pick those [sites] if we were asked to today, and if we wouldn’t pick them today then it’s the time to remove the designation,” he said.

Former councillor Neal Nicholson spoke at the public hearing before the council

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“Assets that were dedicated to a community purpose a number of years ago will now fall into the city’s general pool without any commitment as to how that original purpose will be maintained,” he said.

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Three affordable housing sites were removed from the OCP in northeast Coquitlam because they aren’t near transit, services or employment opportunities, according to a city staff report.

The report also states that School District 43 recently outlined the number, location and type of schools needed to serve Burke Mountain. Sites that had been designated for schools were removed, the report states, because they are no longer required.

Coun. Mae Reid said early city planners picked sites they thought were most appropriate, but were working under the assumption that Burke Mountain would be an area high in transit options.

“When we first decided to develop Burke Mountain, it was sort of flown over in an airplane … and basically the planner did a very general — and I can easily say 30,000-foot — look at Burke Mountain,” Reid said, adding the original affordable housing sites are no longer appropriate because of the lack of transit in the area.

Some councillors expressed concern about removing the affordable housing designations, because the city’s affordable housing strategy is not complete.

Coun. Bonita Zarrillo said the designation may have consisted of arbitrary labelling in the beginning, but she opposes moving forward without an affordable housing strategy.

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ing site … but at this point in time I just don’t feel like I have enough information of what we are going to do about affordable housing in the city,” she said.

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Avoid this hit to the wallet

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magine your wallet has just been stolen.

The first thing you’d probably do is cancel your credit cards, to avoid getting dinged if someone makes fraudulent purchases on your account.

But what would you do next? Make a police report?

Start getting new ID? An interesting case revealed by Coquitlam RCMP last week raises questions around just how much damage a thief can do with a stolen wallet.

On June 28, 2014, someone went into an office in the 3000 block of Lincoln Avenue and stole a wallet containing a driver’s licence, credit and debit cards and cheques made out to the victim. The investigation stalled, police say, and a suspect was never identified.

Then a few weeks ago, on July 10, the victim started receiving calls from a collection agency about unpaid cellphone bills. But he didn’t have a cellphone and had never opened an account. After taking another look, investigators said the stolen cheques had been cashed at a Money Mart last September, and released a photo of a suspect.

This type of crime happens often, and doesn’t usually make the news. Most of us unlucky enough to have had a wallet lost or stolen breathe a sigh of relief after a few weeks when there’s no word of criminal activity.

But this report suggests if you’ve been a victim, you might not find out for months, or maybe years, that someone has been impersonating you.

One thing you can do to cut down on the risk is avoid carrying your Social Insurance Number card in your wallet.

Memorize the number instead. And while cancelling credit cards is a good first step, don’t forget to call your bank about any stolen debit cards or cheques.

Speaking of identity theft, if you drive, keep your insurance papers in your trunk, not your glove box, to make them harder for a thief to find.

And keep an eye on your credit reports (request copies annually) for evidence of fraud.

Getting your wallet stolen is bad enough. Identity theft is a complication you definitely want to prevent.

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Prepare for protesters MANY OPPOSED TO THESE MAJOR B.C. PROJECTS

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his province is being ravaged by forest fires this summer, but there’s a good chance an entirely different kind of firestorm will be confronting B.C. by the time next summer comes along. Brace yourselves for a series of political protests that will undoubtedly include a massive amount of civil disobedience, but which may also, in some cases, drift to the extremes of sabotage and violence.

A number of major resource projects are getting closer to becoming actual work sites instead of conceptual ideas.

And when that work begins, expect the protests to start in earnest.

One of the major protest locations will undoubtedly be at the Site C dam construction sites in the Peace River Valley. There is widespread opposition to the project (although there is also strong support for it) and various opponents have vowed to do whatever it takes to stop construction from actually occurring. Some are calling for a moratorium on construction until various lawsuits against the project wind their way through the legal system. But there is a zero chance of that happening, and in fact work has already begun as a number of contracts have been awarded to contractors.

There may be some protests this summer or fall, but it’s likely a more organized campaign begins next spring and summer. Don’t be surprised to see human blockades attempt to shut down any work being done, with the result being mass arrests.

The rhetoric flowing from various Site

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C dam opponents suggests this is not going to be a case of a bunch of people waving placards and booing construction workers. No, something more serious is likely to occur.

We’ve already seen the disquieting development of “Anonymous” (the shadowy group of computer hackers) vowing revenge over the fatal police shooting in Dawson Creek of someone who may or may not have been connected with a Site C protest group.

But the Site C dam is not alone in attracting opponents determined to shut something down. Add the Kinder Morgan pipeline to that list, as well as any LNG facility or pipeline, open pit mine or expanded port facilities.

The protests against the Kinder Morgan pipeline that occurred earlier this year on Burnaby Mountain will look like a pale imitation of what will happen should the project gain approval and construction actually begin.

Another place to keep an eye on is the proposed LNG facility at the Woodfibre site on Howe Sound. The local population there seems thoroughly divided over whether it should be built, and the chances of opponents simply sitting idly by while construction begins seem remote.

An alliance of environmental groups and various First Nations is emerging in British Columbia to take on all these various projects. It’s a perfect storm in

many ways, and it is also a potentially golden fundraising opportunity for environmentalists, who will surely turn the fight against these projects into one that gets the spotlight on the world stage.

I’ve noted before that a Big Divide is cleaving British Columbians into two distinct and opposite camps: those who support the development of natural resources, and those who do not.

That Big Divide is becoming more entrenched and more noticeable. It will be permanently etched into our political and geographical landscape in the coming years, and it will not be an easy gulf to bridge. It may well become the ballot box question in the 2017 election, as the B.C. Liberals and the NDP seem to be on opposite sides of the dividing line.

But before we get to that particular fight, there will be plenty more confrontations between the opposing sides.

Things are heating up in B.C., and the rising temperature will go well beyond starting forest fires. There’s a political firestorm coming as well.

Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global BC.

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ARE WATERING RESTRICTIONS FACT-BASED?

It is interesting to note the myriad of media “lawn professionals” educating us about lawns. Few of the comments are accurate or have a scientific base.

Lawns are of a tremendous benefit in our West Coast climate.

Lawns cool your environment, estimated up to 10 tons of AC per city lot. This lawn will also supply enough oxygen for a family of four.

Grasses trap dust and noise as well as act as a water reservoir, purifying and slowly releasing water back into the aquifer.

Rain water on a dormant grass area will not allow water to soak in, therefore during a summer storm event rain water will be lost into the storm sewer.

Your lawn prevents significant erosion, producing over 400 to 600 pounds of organic matter per average city lot. Grasses use much less water than trees or shrubs.

Yes, grass can go dormant but if the lawn is still being trampled on, damage can be done to the “crown” or growing point of the grass. Grasses such as turf type tall fescues have a deeper crown

or growth area, which allows them to survive much better than most commonly sold lawn seed at large box stores.

Watering of lawns is often stated to be a misuse of water. Lawns need no more than one soaking per week in order to remain active and also to “firescape” your home. Dry lawns and landscaping contain much fuel for a potential fire.

In Metro Vancouver it is interesting to note that artificial plastic fields, which our kids play on, are often hotter than the ambient air temperature yet are still allowed to be irrigated during the Stage 3 water restrictions.

During the recent Women’s World Cup soccer games in Edmonton, field temperatures reached 55 C, with the air temperature at 25 C. Comments heard from soccer players at the games included, “It’s like walking on hot coals with your skin ripping and slowly cracking, constantly.”

An intelligent look at water usage is paramount, not only during drought conditions.

Often, public perception does not reflect the actual truth of science.

David Wall President Premier Pacific Seeds Ltd.

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POLICE CAR WAS BLOCKING PEDESTRIANS

With great interest, I have followed the news on major development plans in our neighbourhood, one many know as “Burquitlam.”

It is worth noting that these developments are not located in Burnaby. Rather, they are located in our fair city — Coquitlam. I have long believed that Coquitlam is not just an appendage east of Burnaby. Coquitlam is not a mere satellite of a satellite. Rather, Burnaby is little more than the meat in the sandwich between Coquitlam and Vancouver.

I respectfully suggest that the residents of our little neighbourhood band together, and begin a grassroots campaign to rename it to one that duly pays tribute to the rising star which is Coquitlam.

In the coming years we will have many new residents in our neighbourhood. In the years to come please join with me in warmly welcoming our new neighbours — to Cornaby!

David Smith-Watson Coquitlam

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On Monday at Superstore by The Brick, I witnessed a single mom — with a newborn cradled to her chest and her two-year-old sitting in a buggy full of groceries — who had to walk on the main road because a police car was blocking the sidewalk.

I politely asked the officers why they were parked on the sidewalk.

One officer rudely and aggressively stated they didn’t want to block the traffic. I said there is a whole parking lot right there.

The single mom was struggling as groceries fell on the road. The officer immediately turned his back. I picked up the groceries, walked the lady to her car and loaded her groceries.

Parking on sidewalks is not acceptable when they are endangering children, moms and others. They were there for about half an hour. I believe it was for a shoplifting issue.

I will make a formal complaint against the officers for their disregard to public safety.

Joseph Bankier Coquitlam

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AUGUST 3, 2015 City of Coquitlam Facility Hours

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

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8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

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Police ask for help to identify suspects John KURUCZ jkurucz@thenownews.com Coquitlam RCMP are asking for the public’s help to identify an alleged fraudster who was nearly caught in the act earlier this month.

Local Mounties responded to a call about the suspect, who was allegedly trying to cash a fraudulent cheque with stolen identification at a bank on Johnson Street, on July 4. A news release notes the suspect showed signs of nervousness before fleeing the bank without the cash.

RCMP believe the same man allegedly attempted to cash a fraudulent cheque with a different name at the same location on June 29, as well as in other jurisdictions.

The suspect is described as Caucasian, wearing a hat, sunglasses and a sleeveless shirt. He’s also described as having tattoos on both arms.

“Fraud is not a victimless crime — in this case, we have a victim, and probably we have more than one victim,” said RCMP Cpl. Jamie Chung.

“We are asking people to have a look at his face and to see if

Police are looking for the suspect on the left in connection with a fraud file, and the one on the right in connection with an attempted robbery of a taxi driver. they can recognize him.”

Anyone with information on the identity of the man is asked to contact Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550 and quote file number 201521661.

••• Coquitlam RCMP are asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect in an attempted armed robbery that took place at a popular PoCo pub in late March.

The incident happened on the evening of March 25, when a Bel-Air Taxi employee was taking a male passen-

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ger to Samz Pub. Police note that upon arriving at the pub, the passenger told the taxi driver he had a knife and demanded money.

The driver fled the vehicle and asked for help from pub patrons before the suspect could get any money or cause injuries.

The suspect is described as Caucasian, with blond hair, a medium build and weighing about 200 pounds. He was wearing a grey jacket and blue jeans.

Anyone with information is asked to call Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550.

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Coquitlam RCMP Cpl. Jamie Chung said in a news release.

“Thankfully, the complainant did the right thing by calling us immediately and that, in turn, helped us to deal with the situation in a safe and quick manner, without risking the safety of the neighbourhood.”

Chung noted residents who find firearms or explosives should treat them as loaded or live, and not touch or disturb them in any way, but rather, call 9-1-1.

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Local Mounties were called to a home in the 100 block of Logan Street after a contractor hired by a family to work on their late grandfather’s home found what he believed to be a Second World Warera bomb sitting in a closet.

The contractor immediately left the home and called 9-1-1, and investigators found out the homeowner’s late grandfather was a retired member of the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Investigators believe the bomb may have been a training ordnance, and members of the Royal Canadian Navy were called in to secure and seize the object.

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Identity theft suspect sought A worm welcome Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com A Coquitlam RCMP case shows just how vulnerable people are to identity theft when their wallet and personal information is stolen.

According to police, on June 28, 2014, someone went into an office in the 3000 block of Lincoln Avenue in Coquitlam and stole a wallet containing the victim’s driver’s licence, credit and debit

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cards, and several cheques made out to the victim. At the time, the investigation stalled and as a result, the suspect was never identified.

However, more than a year later on July 10, 2015, Mounties said the victim began to receive phone calls from a collection agency regarding unpaid mobile phone bills.

Since he doesn’t have a cellphone and never opened an account, he realized his

identity was compromised and reported it to police.

Investigators allege the stolen cheques were cashed at Money Mart by a man last September, and say they were able to obtain a photo of the suspect.

Last week, police released a picture of the man in hopes someone can identify him.

Anyone with information is asked to call Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550 and quote file No. 2015-22410.

This man is a suspect in an identity theft case.

editorial@thenownews.com Port Moody city council has approved watering restriction exemption permits for nematode applications, but residents must wait until restrictions are back at Stage 2 to apply.

They’re presently at Stage 3, which voids the exemption permits.

City staff said some residents benefited from the recent rain, which the nematodes need shortly after

application. Despite the rain, water restrictions are still in Stage 3 and watering exemption permits for nematode application won’t be issued any time soon.

Nematodes are microscopic worms used to combat the European chafer beetle, which causes skunks and other animals to tear up lawns looking for grubs.

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Dinner in White trend hits the Tri-Cities

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jdeutsch@thenownews.com It started a quarter of a century ago in Paris, when a group of friends gathered in their best whites for a dinner in a public park.

That was the beginning of what would become known as Le Dîner en Blanc, a throwback to the glamour of court society.

Twenty seven years later, it’s a worldwide phenomenon, with some “Dinner in White” events attracting SUBMITTED thousands.

Polly Krier, left, Diana Dilworth and Selina Robinson, It’s also the inspiration aka The Divas, are planning a Dinner in White. behind a similar event in the Tri-Cities, with the goal of the community,” Krier told money for good causes in the Tri-Cities. raising money for the Terry the Tri-Cities NOW. The Oscar events also Described as an “evening of Fox Foundation.

On Saturday, Aug. 22, a elegance, fun and fabulous- doubled as fundraisers, netlocation in the Tri-Cities will ness,” the event will include ting nearly $50,000 for a dinner under local organizations like the play host to the sky, music SHARE Family & Community this area’s very and entertain- Services Society, Crossroads own Dîner en Hospice Society and Eagle ment.

Blanc, aptly There are Ridge Hospital Foundation. named Diva ... the site This year, the Divas chose a couple en Blanc. and the way of catches: the Terry Fox Foundation.

It’s the we’re going Since 2015 marks the guests must brainchild of wear white 35th anniversary of Fox’s The Divas, to position and they won’t Marathon of Hope and four three welleverything — I know the Terry Fox runs are schedk n o w n think everyone’s actual location uled in the Tri-Cities a few women who are no strangoing to find it’s of the dinner weeks after the group’s dinuntil the day ner party, the charity was a gers to putting truly a magical perfect fit. of the event. on some pretty night.

Dilworth said the most The way glitzy events The Divas see in the name of –Polly Krier it, it’s part of charity. the adventure The Divas are actually NDP MLA Selina and fun of Diva en Blanc.

“I just think it’s going to Robinson, Port Moody Coun.

Diana Dilworth and event be magical … I think the site planner Polly Krier, and after and the way we’re going to hosting Oscar party fundrais- position everything — I think ers for three years, they say, everyone’s going to find it’s truly a magical night,” Krier it’s time for a change.

“It’s our way to give back said.

While the event may be for all of the good that has come into our lives and all of about elegance and glamthe good things we get out of our, it’s really about raising

important thing for The Divas is to continue to bring awareness of, and fundraising for, local charities.

“We want to continue the tradition of bringing fun fundraising events to the TriCities,” she said, adding The Divas hope to make the white dinner a local event annually.

In Canada, there are 15 recognized Dinner in White events, including in Vancouver and Whistler.

In 2014, 3,500 diners came

out to David Lam Park in Vancouver.

The Divas are expecting up to 200 guests in the Tri-Cities and already, they say, interest is high and tickets are selling.

“We are incredibly excited to be bringing this new event to the Tri-Cities and there’s been a tremendous amount of interest,” Dilworth said.

And in case you’re wondering what happens if it rains, The Divas have it covered,

but aren’t tipping their white hats as to exactly how.

Also in keeping with the traditional Dîner en Blanc, guests can choose to bring their own food, while The Divas will provide all the other amenities like dishes, cutlery, linens, tables and chairs.

Tickets for the BYOF option are $65, while tickets for the catered dinner are $130.

Tickets are only available at divaenblanc.com.

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PoCo Starbucks plan to get 2nd chance?

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jkurucz@thenownews.com A proposal for a new Starbucks on PoCo’s north side seems to have renewed life, just weeks after it appeared dead.

Bill Harris appealed to council to resurrect a rezoning proposal to make way for a Starbucks at a strip mall at the intersection of Coast Meridian Road and Prairie Avenue.

The building, which previously housed a CIBC, has been vacant for almost three years, and now Harris wants to move a Starbucks in. The city’s smart growth committee previously recommended

denying the application.

“We’ve had a lot of turnover in space, a lot of vacancies and we do need to utilize that building,” Harris said.

He noted his proposal has the backing of all the other merchants in the plaza, most of whom have suffered since the former CIBC building emptied. He also suggested another tenant is interested in moving into the portion of the building that Starbucks won’t use, but that interest is based on the premise that a Starbucks will move in.

“We have exhausted as many avenues as we can to find a use,” Harris said.

The zoning for the area permits drive-thru busi-

nesses, with the exception of drive-thru restaurants. While Harris’ proposal includes a drive-thru, a handful of councillors voiced concerns over other issues: lineups, traffic congestion and access and egress.

“With the amount of increased traffic coming down from Burke Mountain and the fact that there’s still much more development happening up there, this causes some pretty serious traffic issues in that intersection,” said Coun. Laura Dupont.

Couns. Mike Forrest and Brad West, both of whom sit on the smart growth committee, repeatedly voiced their

desire to see the proposal be rejected.

“I appreciate that there’s a desire to have a tenant fill a spot — that’s understandable and obvious,” West said. “But I think that the physical limitations that are in place are the reality.”

Other council members wanted to see some sort of stalemate reached, with Mayor Greg Moore noting the proposal should, at the very least, go before a public hearing.

“It would be great to have something in there that’s going to complement all the other business without having any negative impacts on that area traffic-wise,” added

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“I find it really odd that most people that I’ve seen throw their cigarette butts from a car wouldn’t throw a coffee cup out, or they wouldn’t throw their wrapper for a chocolate bar out,” he said. “It’s really the same thing.”

Currently, improperly disposed of cigarette butts are covered under the city’s littering bylaw, which carries a maximum fine of $2,000.

The city’s smoking bylaw prevents anyone from smoking “in a common public area” — hallways, foyers or washrooms, for example — near bus stops, or in any commercial establishment.

Penner, who chairs the city’s community safety committee, wants PoCo to follow the lead of other Metro municipalities that are moving towards stronger enforcement regulations.

On Monday, Coquitlam approved an even higher penalty for smoking in parks, with fines increasing from $75 to $500 from June 1 through Sept. 30.

Port Moody’s smoking bylaws appear to be the strongest in the Tri-Cities, and prohibit smoking at city parks, sports venues, playgrounds or beaches, and near bus stops.

“I think if we try to bring some awareness within the community and try to have smokers be more responsible for that aspect of their habit, we should try to do the best that we can on it,” Penner said.

“We have certainly seen the consequences of spent cigarettes thrown into ditches … it’s pretty concerning.

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Penner said the city’s community safety committee, along with staff, will likely examine the issue this fall.

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Woman sues city after fall in parking lot Court, Reem Talaba is suing the city after she allegedly injured herself by falling in the lot, at 2150 Wilson Ave. In court documents, she said the incident happened on Dec. 30, 2014.

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PoCo urges residents to conserve H2O John KURUCZ jkurucz@thenownews.com While water consumption levelled off briefly across Metro Vancouver over the weekend, PoCo politicians used Monday’s council meeting to remind residents of the ongoing need for further conservation efforts.

“With the rain came decreased consumption,” PoCo mayor and Metro Vancouver board chair Greg Moore said. “We need to stay under 1.2 billion litres of water consumed a day in the region and [on Sunday] we got down to 1 billion litres.”

Coun. Brad West noted the city recently hired “water ambassadors” who will be visiting homes to offer conservation tips, as well as more information on water restrictions.

Under the current Stage 3 restrictions, residents are prohibited from watering lawns at any time, while filling pools, ponds or hot tubs is also banned. Municipal exemption permits for new lawns or nematode application are also prohibited, as is the washing of driveways, sidewalks or roofs.

Those found not in compliance will initially face a warning, before being issued a $200 fine. Coquitlam increased its penalties on Monday for each of Metro Vancouver’s water restriction stages, with the fines jumping to $300.

Hand watering of trees, shrubs, flowers, decorative planters and vegetable gardens using a spring-loaded shutoff nozzle, containers or a drip irrigation system is permitted during the current exemption period.

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The alleged injuries include a laceration to her head, various bruises and lacerations, persistent headaches, injury to her neck and back, nausea and dizziness.

The suit states the injuries and loss suffered from the fall continue to cause Talaba pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of homemaking capacity and permanent physical disability.

Talaba is seeking special and general damages, plus health-care costs.

The suit claims the fall was caused, or partly caused, by the city’s failure to maintain the premises “in a reasonable state of good repair” – including by failing to conduct “regular and thorough inspections” of the lot, and to install or use “adequate” lighting.

The suit also states the city was negligent for failing to warn Talaba of the icy parking lot, and for “failing to take any reasonable or proper steps to avoid exposing patrons to an unusual danger or hazard.”

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have been proven in court, and the city has yet to file a response.

There are several recent suits still in the courts involving falls on streets in the TriCities, mostly in Coquitlam.

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the hiring of a chief administrative officer.

Rory Mandryk filed a human rights complaint in 2014, alleging the village discriminated against him on the ground of his mental disability when it failed to hire him as CAO. In a 27-page decision released July 21, however, the tribunal dismissed the complaint, ruling it was not justified.

According to tribunal documents, in 2011, Anmore posted a job opening for a CAO and Mandryk, an employee of the Village of Lions Bay, applied and was one of three short-listed candidates.

Another of the candidates, Tim Harris, who already worked for the village, was eventually offered the position.

He has since left his post in Anmore.

Mandryk claimed he was not hired either wholly or in part because he has a disability, or because Anmore perceived him to have a disability.

The municipality, though, denied discriminating against Mandryk. The village said it was unaware that he had a disability. Instead, the village said it did not consid-

er Mandryk for the position because of reasonable, nondiscriminatory reasons.

A human rights hearing into the matter was held over five days in January and February.

According to the facts of the case, Mandryk was the city manager of Lions Bay when, in late 2011, he gave notice of an extended leave of absence.

Mandryk made a claim for long-term disability insurance, stating on the claim form that he was in a constant depressed state of mind, that he was irritable and had trouble concentrating. He stated that he did not anticipate returning to work until November 2012.

In January 2012, Mandryk applied for the Anmore CAO position.

He was given two interviews with the village council during the spring, but in June 2012, Harris was picked instead.

In her decision, tribunal member Jacqueline Beltgens wrote that it is clear from the evidence that the council had concerns about Mandryk’s health and took them into account in their hiring decisions.

She noted this issue may

have caused concern in the context of his commitment to the job, particularly in view of the fact that Mandryk put up a request for 11 weeks’ vacation and time in lieu of extra hours.

“However, I agree with Anmore that in this case, the references to Mr. Mandryk’s health and stress leave are not adequate evidence of a perception sufficient for a complainant to establish that a potential employer perceived the applicant to have a mental disability,” Beltgens wrote.

“There is insufficient evidence before me to draw a reasonable inference that the council knew or perceived that Mr. Mandryk had a mental disability.”

When asked to comment on the tribunal decision, Anmore Mayor John McEwen said he never thought there were any grounds to the accusation in the first place.

He also suggested the case cost the village a “great deal of money” in legal fees he’s hoping the municipality will get back.

Mandryk is also seeking recovery costs estimated at $15,000. The tribunal has held off a hearing on that matter for a future date.

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If you travel down South to Tacoma and walk through the doors of the LeMay automotive museum, you’ll currently find a display dedicated to the history of the Ford F-series pickup truck. They’ve got workin’ rigs stretching right back until 1948, although of course the old Fords are retired from heavy lifting, spending their days cruising or under the spotlights.

I drove down there to check them out in this machine, something that the horny-handed sons of the soil that drove the old F-series would have trouble recognizing as a work vehicle. It’s got satellite navigation, air-conditioning, cruise control, power windows, a giant sunroof – heck, there’s even a backup camera and blind-spot monitoring.

You half expect the original trucks to gang up on the shiny new city slicker like that part in the Old El Paso commercials where the salsa label says “New York City.” Goldangit! That truck’s jest too darn fancy for these parts!

However, well-equipped F-150s are finding their way into more and more Canadian driveways these days, not just as tools for work, but for fun as well.

Let’s pick apart this latest generation of best-seller and see whether this particular steed is it for a cowpoke, or just the dude ranch.

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future would come with a tiny little 2.7L turbocharged V6, they’d have laughed you off the farm. Here though, Ford actually charges $1300 for their EcoBoost option. If a small-displacement V6 seems a little feeble for hauling around this much truck, note that it’s actually pretty stout: horsepower is rated at 325hp and torque at 375lb-ft.

The FX4 designation sets the F-150 up as an offroadready sport truck – not a baja-style Raptor, but tough enough for some gravel road stuff. 18” alloys are shod in tough looking tires (most real offroad folks will swap ‘em out for something a little more aggressive) and there’s some light skid-plating underneath.

Environment:

One of the really loveable things about a truck as opposed to a car, is that nobody ever tries to achieve a so-called cockpit-like feel.

Thus, the front seat of the F-150 comes with a whole ranchland’s worth of room, and plenty of cubbyholes in which to store all manner of detritus: work gloves, rope, tackle, maps to interesting places. Or, in my case, an empty sandwich wrapper and an extra-large coffee cup (at least it wasn’t from Starbucks).

While trucklike in acreage, the F-150s cabin is relatively car like in feature loadout. The Sync system works in the same manner as it would in a Ford Taurus, the radio and air-conditioning controls are again familiar, and you’ve got power seats and a simply enormous panoramic moonroof.

Welp, she’s a truck all right. If the old F-series started out small with curvy sheetmetal, the current heavy half-ton is the size of an oil tanker.

It’s squared-off both head-on and in profile, with C-shaped headlights that bracket a grille big enough to function as a cattle grid.

Passenger space in this four door version is excellent, and the rear seats also flip up to provide a flat loading surface if you need to leave stuff locked in the cab.

Everything appears rugged, but it’s also plenty comfortable. It’s certainly not 1948 anymore.

Never mind the styling; it’s all the little helpful details that make the F-150 so handy about the house. There are a couple of side steps that lower down on each side to better access cargo, as well as one on the tailgate. Multiple tie downs and a spray-

However, the F-150’s been well-equipped for at least a decade, depending what options you get. The real future-shock from Ford here is the huge weight drop that the F-150’s had thanks to more aluminum in its construction. As much as 300kg has been sliced from the curb-weight of the largest F-series.

Performance:

Less weight is as good for trucks as it is for sports cars. While frame strength is still solid, the lighter F-150 benefits from increased tow ratings, better fuel economy, and better handling.

It’s quite literally lighter on its feet (well, tires) – and there’s more.

If you’d told the owner of an early F-series truck that the pickup of the

Mash the throttle, and that’s good enough to really wake the F-150 from its slumber and get it down any on-ramp with ease. Torque comes on readily, and even though you’re high up and driving an obviously large vehicle, if you need to pull out of the slow lane into faster moving traffic, the EcoBoosted F-150 can actually find a gap quite easily.

Slow your roll, and the V6 is barely-there quiet. In fact, it’s nearly a complaint, as the truck doesn’t have that country-fried V8 rumble you’d expect. Still, the whistle of turbochargers is a bit like the big diesel rigs, and then there’s the whole Eco part of EcoBoost.

A disclaimer: not everyone has been successful at getting their boosted Fords to match the official fuel economy ratings. However, out on the interstate, running down through Seattle, I managed to get within 0.4L/100kms of the official 10.4L/100kms highway. That’s not bad, not with a 70mph (112km/h) speed limit in many places and slowdowns in Everett and Seattle.

Still, even if it burns gas like a car and has most of the interior features, the F-150 will still ride like a truck. It’s comfortable enough, but hit a few freeway expansion joints, and you can feel the shudder going through the frame.

Overall though, it’s an impressive performance combining decent speed, good comfort, and liveable fuel economy. This F-150 might be set up as a fun-first kind of truck, but it all works.

Features:

The F-150 comes pretty basic, but options extend to everything from satellite navigation to blind-spot monitoring.

Official fuel consumption is 13.3L/100kms city and 10.4L/100kms on the highway.

Green Light:

Strong low-end power; comfortable cabin; plenty of practicality; smooth start-stop system

Stop Sign:

Fuel economy still relatively average; options can be expensive

The Checkered Flag:

Canada’s best-selling truck, and you can see why.

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Save money by getting your car checked

A yearly physical, a biannual trip to the dentist, and regular checkups with the optometrist. Our own health requires regular attention — why wouldn’t the health of your car?

Many Canadians neglect regular visits to their mechanic, thinking instead that they can be more cost effective by visiting the garage only after problems arise with their automobile. In fact, the opposite is true. Just like our own health, catching automotive problems early can greatly reduce the damage they cause, as well as the cost.

“There is a sense of mystery surrounding auto repair.

Some drivers think that there is little realized value in regular maintenance, but in truth, it more than pays for itself.

‘Saving’ money by avoiding trips to the garage will only lead to more significant costs down the road,” says Darryl Croft, automotive maintenance expert at OK Tire.

A regular bi-annual trip to

power into forward motion, the transmission (both automatic and manual) is a vital and expensive part of your automobile. It is very important to check that transmission fluid is regularly replaced, as abrupt starting and stopping, common in city driving, can lead to excessive transmission wear.

Faulty spark plugs Though inexpensive on their own, a non-functioning

spark plug can lead to serious problems in your car, potentially overheating your engine or contaminating the catalytic converter, as gasoline travels through the non-firing cylinder into the exhaust. It is important to have your car regularly checked and make sure that all spark plugs and cylinders are firing as they should be.

Dirty air filter The component that keeps

grime and dirt out of your engine, keeping your air filter clean is very important.

As grime accumulates in the cylinders of your engine, it leads to a loss of performance and efficiency and, over time, will cause wear on the inside of the cylinders that will require them to be replaced.

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Catching problems early can save money long-term. the mechanic, timed for the start of the summer and winter seasons, is a great way to avoid some of the most costly car troubles:

Seized engine This is the most serious of potential car troubles.

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Do some planning The first consideration is A family road trip can be an exciting, educational and your route. Think about the memorable summertime attractions you may want to visit and confirm that each experience.

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weeks prior to your departure to confirm everything is in proper working order.

2. Check or top up your vehicle’s fluids (including oil and washer fluid).

3. Ensure your tires have been inspected and filled to the correct pressure.

4. Check that you have a spare tire and jack in the vehicle and learn how to change a tire in case of a flat.

5. If planning to travel outside of Canada, verify with your insurance provider that your coverage extends into all locations you plan to visit.

“Depending on your route or destination, it’s best to check your insurance coverage before you hit the road,” says Michel. “Keep a copy of your most up-to-date documentation in your glove box so it’s accessible in case of the unexpected.”

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Rules of thumb for siding replacement Few home improvements can transform a home more than the installation of new siding.

Replacing siding can be a costly venture, but the right siding will maintain its appeal for years to come.

Updated siding can improve home’s energy value by enabling owners to save on heating and cooling costs.

A new design and colour also can improve a home’s property value and set it apart from neighbouring properties.

According to the Professional Builder’s Home Exteriors Survey, exterior design and materials used are a top priority for new home buyers.

Project costs depend on the size of the home as well as which siding material homeowners choose.

Considering new siding is a major renovation, it pays to get the job done right.

Choose a qualified contractor It is important for consumers to do their research when it comes to siding materials and contractors.

A contractor who takes shortcuts or improperly installs the siding may void a manufacturer’s warranty.

Always ask family members and friends for recommendations before choosing a contractor, and check out each prospective contractor’s work for yourself.

Interview more than one contractor and compare both their costs and what they offer.

Ask plenty of questions of the contractors, and avoid those who try hard-sell methods.

Questionable contractors may try strategies like a promise of a considerable discount if you “act now” or scare tactics that your home is unsafe in its present

condition.

Be sure the contractor carries general liability insurance as well as workers’ compensation insurance for their subcontractors.

Ask for a license number as well and verify its accuracy.

Select a durable material Siding comes in all types of materials — from wood to plastic to fibre cement — but vinyl is among the most popular due to cost and availability.

Research how well particular brands of siding stand up to conditions and which are the least likely to crack, warp or discolour.

Find this information from online reviews or through consumer advocacy groups.

Also remember, vinyl and other synthetic materials have improved and can now mimic the look of many other materials for a fraction of the cost.

Calculate how much you need Before you price out siding with contractors, estimate how much you will need for your house.

Consumer Reports suggests multiplying the height times the width of each rectangular section of your house in feet, going by what you can measure from the ground, to determine their areas.

Multiply the approximate height and width of gables and other triangular surfaces and divide each total by two.

Then add all the totals.

To allow for waste, don’t subtract for doors, windows or other areas that won’t be covered.

Finally, divide the total square footage by 100 to estimate how many squares of siding you will need. A square represents 100 square feet.

Avoid friction from fences

Fences can provide privacy and transform backyards into calming places to relax and unwind.

But fences also may lead to disputes with neighbours if installation is not carried out with etiquette.

Always place the fence within your property lines, which can be determined by examining a land survey for your home.

Inform your neighbours of your intention to erect a fence, and give any concerns they might have substantial consideration. Face the more aesthetically appealing side of the fence outward to the street and to neighbours’ yards.

In addition, maintain the fence once it is installed so it does not become a neighbourhood eyesore that irks your neighbours.

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Knowing how much you need can save you money.

Vinyl siding can completely transform the look of a home and make it more energy efficient.

Consumers who do their homework will get the best value for their investments.

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Insulate yourself from bad insulation Many of us know that insulation plays a key role in keeping our homes warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

But did you know the benefits can go well beyond achieving basic R-value requirements? Quality insulation can provide a number of added benefits that contribute to the comfort, safety and efficiency of a home, including: Sound absorbency — Life is loud, but the right choice of insulation can help reduce noise transfer throughout your home.

Insulating between floors and interior walls can help create a peaceful sanctuary in areas of your home, even when life is chaotic.

A safe indoor environment — Good indoor air quality goes a long way toward ensuring personal comfort.

Choosing insulation that is water repellant and resistant to mold, mildew, fungi, bacterial growth and rot can help to prevent common issues behind your walls that may pose serious health and safety concerns and lead to costly repairs. Look to products that will not off-gas or emit harmful VOCs (volatile organic compounds).

Savings — A properly insulated building will be more energy efficient, a benefit that will continue to provide return on investment long after the insulation install is complete.

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Fire-resistance — Certain insulations, particularly stone wool insulation products such as Roxul Comfortbatt and Safe ‘n’ Sound, can help buy valuable minutes in the event of a fire, withstanding temperatures of up to 1,177°C. Non-combustible, this insulation exceeds the limits of most other insulating materials, and it won’t produce smoke or encourage the spread of flames.

Performance — It’s important to remember that not all insulations are created equal.

Some insulations can sag or contract over time, leaving gaps that can let outdoor air in and conditioned air out.

Choosing insulation that is dimensionally stable, durable and that offers long-term thermal performance will ensure your home can stand up in even the most challenging conditions.

Stone wool products are proven to perform in even the most extreme conditions, making them ideal for use in North America.

Ultimately, you can purchase insulation as many do, based on basic R-values. But when it comes to quality, comfort, safety and efficiency, is basic really the best choice?

Quality counts when it comes to all building materials. Always look for products that will deliver benefits well beyond the status quo.

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Manage the effects of hard water use Home ownership opens people’s eyes to many new experiences, even requiring homeowners to familiarize themselves with certain things they never encountered as renters.

Homeowners become novice plumbers, electricians, horticulturists and even chemists as they wade through the projects and repairs involved with owning a home.

Outside of high school chemistry class, you may never have given thought to water composition and how it changes.

However, once you become a homeowner, you may have to pay special attention to the type of water bubbling out of your faucets.

Hard water is a common concern, and it can affect appliances and other parts of the home.

What is hard water?

Hard water affects about 85 per cent of the United States, according to the Water Quality Association.

Although not harmful to human health, hard water can impact one’s daily life in other ways.

Hard water is formed when water moves through soil and rock. It dissolves very small amounts of minerals and holds them in a solution.

Calcium and magnesium are the most common minerals to turn water “hard.”

The more magnesium and calcium water dissolves, the harder it becomes.

From nuisance to damaging Hard water can not only be a minor headache, but also something more serious.

Hard water can interfere with various cleaning tasks and also personal grooming.

Clothes washed in hard water may not be fully clean and may appear dingy. Hard water can cause a film on surfaces, such as bath tiles

and tubs. Some people find that their hair and skin can appear dull and sticky due to hard water.

Hard water can have other effects, too. Over time, the water can deposit minerals on the inside of pipes, reducing water flow. If these deposits grow thick, you may have a plumbing issue on your hands.

Furthermore, mineral deposits can harm appliances, such as water heaters, washing machines and dishwashers. Eventually, hard water may render these appliances ineffective, and they will need to be replaced.

Treatment options Considering hard water is such a common concern, a number of treatment options exist. The main types of water-softening systems use either a packaged water softener or a mechanical watersoftening unit.

Packaged water softeners are chemicals that bond with the calcium and magnesium ions in the water so that they cannot interfere with cleaning efficiency. These chemicals fall into two categories: precipitating and non-precipitating.

Precipitating softeners are borax and washing soda and can affect pH levels of water and make water cloudy.

Non-precipitating softeners use phosphates. Alkalinity won’t be increased, and usually there is no cloudiness or buildup. These products are typically added to laundry loads and the like and are not recommended for drinking water.

Mechanical water-softening systems are hooked up directly to the plumbing of the house. They are ion-exchange systems that will add salt to the water.

Although it can be safe to drink, softened water may not be recommended for those who are on low-sodium diets.

Make yourself a ‘man cave’

Enjoy a jam session or watch an intense sports game with the boys without disturbing the rest of your house. Soundproofing your man cave ensures the noise of male bonding, deep voices, loud music and cheering doesn’t disturb the entire household.

A simple solution to controlling noise is acoustic insulation: a mineral wool product, such as ROXUL Safe ‘n’ Sound, offers sound-absorbing qualities that will let you crank up your subwoofer and cheer and jump around when your team scores.

Installing mineral wool insulation on the interior walls of your man cave or media room will control sound, delivering a place you can call your own sanctuary to hang out.

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Hard water is a problem many homeowners have to face. It can affect a home’s appliances’ performance and cleaning abilities.

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CATCH A LEGEND IN ACTION FOR THE LAST TIME Captain Coquitlam is calling it a career this weekend.

Long-time Coquitlam Adanacs’ captain Bruce Murray is hanging up his stick and mits after this weekend’s contest with the Nanaimo Timbermen, and the 38-year-old’s career will be recognized prior to his final game in Coquitlam on Saturday, Aug. 1.

Murray spent more than 20 years in Coquitlam colours, including time in the minor, junior and senior circuits.

A five-time Western Lacrosse Association allstar, Murray also played in both the National Lacrosse League and the B.C. Junior A Lacrosse League.

Saturday’s game gets going at 7 p.m. at the Coquitlam Sport and Leisure Centre.

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SEE LIVE THEATRE Place des Arts’ Summer Teen Theatre Troupe is taking its show on the road

this weekend.

Consisting of six teenaged actors, five of who are from Coquitlam, the troupe will sing and act its way through a musical adaptation of Hansel and Gretel at a pair of venues on Friday, July 31: at Vanier Centre Park on King Albert Avenue beginning at 10:30 a.m., and again at Place des Arts at 3:45 p.m.

The Coquitlam contingent of the theatre troupe includes Kirsten Kwong (playing the part of Gretel), Connor Briggs (Hansel), Maria Yanigasawa (step mother, princess), Max Smith (knight, father, crow) and Dominic Cunningham (hero, dragon, crow). The group is rounded out by New Westminster resident Lily Hamilton, who takes on the roles of a sorceress and a wolf.

“I love immersive, roving, outdoor theatre and reimagined classic fairy tales with a twist — Shrek is one of my favourites,” director James MacDonald said in a press release.

“This is the premiere production of Hansel and Gretel … which features and par-

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BUY TICKETS FOR THE BIG SHOW Heavy metal royalty is coming to Coquitlam in October, and this Friday might be your lone chance to score some seats.

Judas Priest is performing at Coquitlam’s Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Oct. 27 and 28, and tickets for both shows are available as of 10 a.m. on Friday, July 31.

Having sold more than 40 million albums over a four-decade career, the Birmingham, England natives spawned heavy metal hits including “Breaking the Law,” “Living After Midnight,” “You’ve Got Another Thing Coming” and “Painkiller.”

Tickets for the shows range in price between $109 and $150, plus service charges.

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SHARPEN YOUR WRITING SKILLS Aspiring authors and experienced scribes alike can get a glimpse into the world of writing for kids this weekend

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Coquitlam Adanacs’ captain Bruce Murray, right, is retiring after more than 20 years in local lacrosse. at PoCo’s Terry Fox Library.

“Children’s Writing: Twelve Steps For Plotting Their Stories” will be the topic du jour at the next TriCity Wordsmiths meeting, which runs from 2 to 4:30

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The discussion will be led by group founder Pandora Ballard, who said in an e-mail attendees will “learn the definition of plotting, how children’s writing differs from

ENJOY SUMMER IN THE CITY WITH LIVE MUSIC The second month of PoCo’s Summer in the City festivities gets going with a musical trip across Europe and the Middle East this weekend.

The Tambura Rasa Trio performs at Lions Park on Sunday, Aug. 2 from 2 to 4 p.m., bringing with them a musical menagerie of influences ranging from the Balkans and Spain to Turkey and the Middle East.

The Village Vibe series, meanwhile, shifts from dance to live music this weekend, with Langley-based sister act Robyn & Ryleigh performing at Leigh Square at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1. Joining them will be Bridgeworks, a PoCo-based duo made up of Michael Kragelj and Dylan Leonard whose style is described as “post folk.”

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Hominum Fraser Valley meets at 7:30 p.m. This informal discussion and support group helps gay, bi-sexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single.

For information and meeting location, call Art at 604-462-9813 or Don at 604-329-9760.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1

Tri-City Wordsmiths meet from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at the Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam. “Children’s Writing: Twelve Steps For Plotting Their Stories” will be the topic presented by guest speaker Pandora Ballard, writer and publicist and founding member of Tri-City Wordsmiths. Learn the definition of plotting, how children’s writing differs from adult writing, how to get started with planning your children’s story, and suggestions for markets. The meeting is free, but library registration is appreciated: 604-927-7999. Info: pandorabee1@gmail.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 4

Port Coquitlam Rec Centre plays host to a performance by ventriloquist Kellie Haines from 11 to 11:45 a.m. at 2150 Wilson Ave. in PoCo. A multi-talented entertainer with a background in theatre, Haines has experience in clowning, singing and dance.

Info: 604-927-7999.

Coquitlam Prostate Cancer Support and Awareness Group meets at 7 p.m. at the Pinetree Community Centre, 1260 Pinetree Way in Coquitlam. All those involved with prostate problems are urged to come and share their concerns and experiences in a strictly confidential atmosphere. There is no charge, though donations are accepted. Info: Norm at 604-936-8703 or Ken at 604-936-2998.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5

SHARE Society offers an 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. The topic will be “Mental illness, depression and addiction.” Understanding the links between mental illness and addiction will be the goal of the evening’s discussion. The session includes a video, brief presentation and open discussion, and runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 2615 Clarke St. in Port Moody. Registration is not required.

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Terry Fox Library hosts a Pyjama Storytime from 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. Children and caregivers will be entertained with stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Kids are encouraged to wear their pyjamas and bring their favourite stuffie. Info: 604-927-7999.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8

Sincerely Cafe hosts a fundraiser for the Canadian National Institute for the Blind at 7 p.m. at 1140-551 Sherling Pl. in PoCo. The evening represents a partnership between other local restaurants and craft breweries, including the The Wooden Boat and Moody Ales, and will include a five-course gourmet dinner, paired with seasonal brews. The event is open to eight couples only and all proceeds go to the CNIB. Tickets cost $65, including beer pairing, or $55 without. Info: www.sincerelycafe.ca/events.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11

Ministry of Children and Family Development holds an information session for those interested in becoming foster parents or a foster family from 10 a.m. to noon at 200–906 Roderick Ave. in Coquitlam. There are children and youth in the Tri-Cities who require skilled and caring foster parents. Another session will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 18 at the same location.

Info: 604-764-8098.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12

SHARE Society offers an 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. The topic will be “Relapse prevention — discussion on the psychological, emotional and physical aspects of relapsing and what can be done.” The session includes a video, brief presentation and open discussion, and runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 2615 Clarke St. in Port Moody. Registration is not required. Info: 604-936-3900.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 15

Terry Fox Library offers Storytime in both English and French from 11 to 11:30 a.m. at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Open to children and caregivers with young children, Storytime includes interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read. Info: 604-927-7999.

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SUCCESS is looking for volunteers for its Mentoring Program, which helps new immigrants adapt to Canadian society and/or find employment. Info: Mandy Siu at 604-468-6069.

Terry Fox Library hosts the Adult Learner Book Club, for those whom English is a second language. Upgrade your reading skills, make new friends and practice English in a fun environment, 2 to 3 p.m. every second Friday, 2470 Mary Hill Rd., PoCo. Terry Fox Library hosts one-on-one Internet help. Join staff for a free half-hour session to get you started with the Internet, Facebook, eBooks, e-mail and more. Learn on your own laptop, handheld device or a library computer. Info: 604-927-7999.

Terry Fox Library hosts evening storytime for preschool children and their families on the first Wednesday of the month, 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. at 2470 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam. Come and hear new favourites, songs and fingerplays. Info: 604-927-7999.

Terry Fox Library and SHARE Family & Community Services host an English conversation group, Thursday mornings 10:30 a.m. to noon, 2470 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam. Practice your English in a friendly, social setting. Info: 604-927-7999.

The Singing Project meets on Thursdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the The Michael Wright Art Gallery, inside the Leigh Square Arts Village, in Port Coquitlam. The group is looking for anyone who enjoys singing to join in around the piano for a chance to enjoy the sound of music. This is also a perfect opportunity for individuals who have communication challenges/aphasia as a result of a stroke to join in as well. Admission is free. Info: Deanna at 604-812-3219 or portcoquitlamstrokerecovery@gmail.com.

Tri-Cities Better at Home, presented by SHARE Family & Community Services, helps seniors maintain their independence and connection with the community. The program offers light housekeeping, transportation to doctor appointments, and grocery shopping for those 65 and older. To register, contact Paola at 604-937-6991, 604-936-3900 or betterathome@sharesociety.ca.

Tri-Cities Women’s Choir is a new women’s choir in the Tri-Cities area, and is looking for experienced choral singers. Rehearsals are on Thursdays, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the Coquitlam Centre area and singers are taken on an ongoing basis.

For more info, call 604-817-3976.

Tri-City Family Place offers a drop-in program for parents and caregivers of children under six, and is open Tuesdays to Fridays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2062 Manning Ave., Port Coquitlam.

Info: 604-945-0048.

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GLAESSER ADDS GOLD

There’s nothing like home road advantage.

Coquitlam’s Jasmin Glaesser demonstrated why she’s one of the world’s best — and versatile to boot — when she collected her fourth medal of the 2015 Pan American Games in Toronto, winning the women’s cycling road race on Saturday.

The 23-year-old captured the crown by edging out Cuba’s Marlies Mejias by just half-a wheel length in a time of 2:07.17.

The two racers seemed in a personal duel, with Glaesser gaining the necessary winning margin over the final few laps of the 82.5-kilometre course. But right behind them was Canadian teammate Allison Beveridge with a bronze-winning time.

“It was absolutely fantastic,” Glaesser told the National Post. “I think I rode it really smart at the finish line.

“I kind of let the Cuban rider lead it out a little bit, and waited until the last possible moment to jump past her. When I knew I got out ahead of her, it was just the best feeling in the world. I can’t describe it, I was so ecstatic.”

Coupled with a gold in team pursuit and silvers in individual events in omnium and road time trial, the Terry Fox alumna has helped solidify Canada’s place on the women’s cycling map.

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SEVENTH TITLE FOR A’S As in much they’ve accomplished this season, the Coquitlam junior Adanacs wrapped up their seventh provincial title with an exclamation mark.

The Adanacs trounced the Delta Islanders 16-8 on Tuesday to complete a 3-0 sweep of the B.C. championship.

While it was 4-3 early in the second period, the reigning provincial champions began to pull away, cashing in a bucket-load in the third period.

For the second game in a row, Chris Cloutier counted five goals as part of a second-half barrage. Evan Wortley would tally four times, while Cole Shafer racked up two goals and five assists.

On Monday, the Adanacs picked up their second win of the series by a 17-6 margin.

Cloutier and Shafer netted five goals apiece.

They await the winner of the Calgary-Okotoks Alberta championship, who will host the next round starting next week. The winner of that series will advance to play for the Minto Cup in

SALLING DELIVERS RBI The Canadian women’s softball team needed extra innings but knocked off the U.S. 4-2 to claim gold at the Pan Am Games in Toronto.

It was a scoreless final until the eighth inning, where both teams began with runners aboard.

Port Coquitlam’s Jenn Salling delivered the winning run off a sacrifice fly in the top of the eighth inning as Canada plated four runs.

The Americans, who entered the championship as heavy favourites, managed to score a pair in the bottom of the eighth, but Canada’s defence held steadily under intense pressure. Salling was involved in one key out at short.

It ended a long Pan Am gold medal drought for Canada, going back to 1983.

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AFTER 15 YEARS, A’S CAPTAIN TO HANG UP BOXLA STICK Dan OLSON sports@thenownews.com Over a 15-year senior career that has seen multiple high marks and a few valleys, Bruce Murray thought the choice of leaving the sport would best be made on his own — not by injuries or Father Time.

So with one more game on the schedule, the long-time Coquitlam Adanac will try to soak all the elements of the summer game and then walk away on his own terms.

The Adanac captain said that at age 38 and with two young children, it’s time to pour his summertime towards other activities.

“It’s never an easy decision but I kind of knew, in heart of It’s nice to know my hearts that the I can still play time to leave was when my against the and my young guys, that body mind had had I haven’t lost enough,” says Murray. “I’m too many steps. comfortable –Bruce Murray with my decision and I’m dreading the moments of going out, but I’d rather go out when I still can.”

This Saturday at the Poirier Sports Centre, Murray aims to put in his typical honest, fullforce shift as Coquitlam hosts the Nanaimo Timbermen (7 p.m.) in what, as both teams sit outside the playoff picture, would otherwise be a mean-nothing contest.

For Murray, the rigors of putting up a burly defence against younger and faster shooters has added to the wear that comes from toiling on the Poirier concrete. The club is also missing the playoffs for the third time in five seasons.

Still, he says it’s just as much a mental choice, that getting prepared for the game and staying motivated, while never a problem, has become a longer routine.

“It’s nice to know I can still play against the young guys, that I haven’t lost too many steps. But this is the first season that I felt like, ‘Oh God, another practice’… I knew then that I was ready.”

Considering that doctors advised he’d never play again after ripping up his knee in 2009, Murray has shown how far determination and hard work can take you.

“I was told then my career was over, that I’d be looking at a year-and-a-half of rehab before getting back to work,” he recalls. “I was back playing the next season and back at work in three months — I’m not someone who will give up when told it can’t be done.”

Still, as life is prone to do, the season didn’t

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Coquitlam Adanacs captain Bruce Murray will hang up the stick following Saturday’s season finale after 15 years in the Western Lacrosse Association. unwrap as planned. Just prior to the opening game, head coach Bob Salt, who had committed to working the bench with assistant Todd Stockdale in a transition year, stepped down.

First overall draft pick Wesley Berg advised the club he wanted to play in Ontario in 2015, and veteran sniper Daryl Veltman was shipped to Victoria. Then, the club proceeded to lose the first two games by a 21-8 margin.

What kept the young lineup from falling apart after such travails was the veteran core, led by Murray.

“There aren’t many quality guys like Bruce Murray around anymore, he’s in the line of Andy Ogilvie, Pat Coyle… He really was a huge boost with keeping our young lineup focused and resilient, considering all the injuries we faced,” says Stockdale.

A Vancouver firefighter by trade, Murray said this season has had its share of obstacles to overcome. Still, the team has grown through the process and appears on a course that could reap better rewards in the near future.

“At the start of the year I kind of said that this would be it, me and [former head coach Bob Salt] would have one more kick at it…

It didn’t work out like we planned but [first year head coach Todd Stockdale and Shawn Joinson, Coquitlam general manager] have done a tremendous job with what’s been dealt them.”

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Coquitlam wins final two Two wins provided the right kind of ending for the Coquitlam Athletics.

Unfortunately, one win more was needed to get a possible berth into the playoff round of the Canadian Little League Senior national championships, played at Blue Mountain Park.

By knocking off Lethbridge 8-4 and Montreal 7-2 on Monday and Tuesday, Coquitlam closed out with a 2-4 record. The fourth-best team, East Nepean of Ontario, advanced to the semifinals with a 3-3 mark.

“I think it was less than

one win, it was more like one inning – one of those innings we struggled with [earlier],” remarked Athletics manager Bruce Michael. “If we could have got a couple of outs there, a couple of calls or a couple of clutch hits when we had runners at second and third earlier in the week that would have done it for us, because we truly were that close.”

Against Montreal, Coquitlam got a strong 5.2 innings from Justin Richter, allowing just two earned runs while fanning six. Jake Calvin stepped in and struck out his

first batter on three pitches.

He would record the final four outs, while adding two hits to drive in two runs offensively.

It was the second time Coquitlam had encountered Lethbridge, and this time required a big inning to put them over the hump.

Trailing 3-0 after three innings, the A’s counted four straight singles en route to a six-run inning.

The Athletics bats awoke over the final two days to rake out 20 hits after tallying 25 in the first four games.

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resume was a boxla championship — Coquitlam fell short in two Mann Cup runs.

“Being able to go to two Mann Cups was pretty special, and while we didn’t bring it home I think we came close,” he recalls. “Being able to play the best in the world is something every player aims for.”

His two World field championship gold medals are pretty special.

Talking with Coquitlam’s all-time scoring leader Jason Wulder, who is in his first year as the A’s offensive coach, kind of prepared him for what comes after making the decision.

“He told me to really think about it, to make sure your mind is set,” said Murray. “Once you are gone, you’re gone and there’s no coming back. I expect to have the itch but whenever I

get out of bed with a some aches and pains I think I’ll know I made the right decision.”

ADANAC NOTES: It may have been their fourth loss in a row, but Coquitlam seemed very close to ending the drought last Saturday until a flood in the third period resulted in a 9-8 decision for Maple Ridge.

The Adanacs led the visiting Burrards 5-3 after 40 minutes, but witnessed six straight Maple Ridge markers turn the tide.

Junior Adanac grads Ben McIntosh, with four goals, and Jarret Davis led Maple Ridge offensively.

Coquitlam got two goals from Matthew Dinsdale and a four-point game from Ryan Johnson. Also scoring for the home team were Brendon Anger, Brandon Bull, Aiden Milburn, Vincent Ricci and Josh Sullivan, while Brian Gillis contributed three assists.

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Coquitlam’s Nolan Smith, right, dives back to the bag during Tuesday’s final round robin game against Quebec at the Canadian Little League senior national championships at Blue Mountain Park.

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Kick It! Soccer Fest for Girls - August 30th in Port Moody Co-Hosted by The Port Moody Soccer Club and BC Soccer Association, “Kick It! Soccer Fest For Girls” is a grass roots festival being held in Port Moody on August 30th, 2015 from 12:30pm - 3:30pm.

The festival is free to 2004-2007 born players.

Organizers of this festival aim to encourage and inspire female players to continue in the sport of soccer for as long as they love the game.

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Coquitlam, Port Moody cart off midget titles Ted CLARKE Prince George Citizen Thomas Semple loves road trips to Prince George and it’s even better when he gets to play in a provincial championship.

Whether its hockey or lacrosse, the 16-year-old has found success of late while playing at the northern city’s Kin 1 rink.

The arena floor was covered in ice in March when he won the B.C. Major Midget Hockey League title with the Vancouver Northeast Chiefs, playing right wing in a twogame sweep of the regular season champ Cariboo Cougars.

On Sunday, Semple was at it again, this time on bare concrete, celebrating another B.C. championship with his Coquitlam Adanacs midget A1 lacrosse teammates.

The Adanacs’ captain and tournament MVP played a starring role in the goldmedal game, scoring four times and assisting on two others in a 10-3 win over New Westminster in the final.

“This is the first time to play here in lacrosse. It’s a fun city,” said the five-foot-nine sniper.

“We beat Prince George in hockey in this rink and we were in the same dressing

room — it’s awesome.”

Semple was also part of the 2014 Adanacs team which won the provincials and he said Sunday’s win was even more satisfying “We had to battle through more adversity this year, the games were closer,” said Semple, a Denver University field lacrosse recruit for 2017.

“There is not a better feeling in the world right now and I’m so happy with the team I got to lead. Everyone from the manager to the goalie, everyone knew their jobs and did everything we had to do.”

Blane Donaldson, with two goals, Jalen Chaster, Jordan Taylor and Cody Johnston also scored for Coquitlam.

Coquitlam led 2-1 after one period and 5-2 after two.

Coquitlam got to the final after a 10-5 semifinal win over Ridge Meadows.

Donaldson collected a Warrior Fair Play award, while Chaster was named to the tourney all-star squad.

The Coquitlam A1 roster features: Sam Andalis, Daniel Chand, Mathew Chapman, Jalen Chaster, Blane Donaldson, Mack Geldart, Robert Hofseth, Cody Johnston, Riley Merritt, Fynn Miller, Josh Milligan, Nolan Nelson, Connor Nichols,

Kyle Nichols,, Brayden Oake, Joseph Pollack, Gabe Procyk, Thomas Semple, Aidan Stroup, Mark Sund and Jordan Taylor.

• The Port Moody Thunder made the long journey to Prince George pay off Sunday with a polished 7-2 triumph over the hometown Posse.

With a 6-2 round-robin loss to Prince George still fresh in their minds, the Thunder dominated the B.C. midget A2 championship final.

Up 3-0 on tallies by Jake Frane, Ryan McBeth and Connor Whyte just eight minutes into the gold medal game, Port Moody pushed that margin to 5-1 after two periods.

Frane would net another goal, while Rhys Blake, Ryan Johannson and Cole McMillan also scored. Netminder Ryan Popkey was rock-solid in goal, earning the tourney MVP award.

“We found out (after losing 6-2 to the Posse in the round robin Saturday) what their strengths and weaknesses are and from there we just gave it our all,” said Popkey.

“We started to notice after they started smoking some of the teams in our pool that they are a pretty big deal. We needed to find what their weakness was and it really was just pres-

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Staring down a Prince George opponent, Port Moody’s Cole McMillan and his teammates would celebrate a decisive victory in the B.C. midget A2 lacrosse championship. suring them and making them give up the ball more.”

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couldn’t replicate its performance from a day earlier, and struggled against the stickto-stick ball movement of the Thunder players.

“Three goals right away kind of took the wind out of our sails,” said Posse co-coach Blake McIntosh. “We just couldn’t do the little things — winning the loose balls, catching the passes, making good passes. It wasn’t the smartest game we’ve played this season and the pressure and atmosphere of a championship game just magnifies that.”

In their earlier meeting, which was Port Moody’s lone loss of the week, the visitors had difficulty penetrating the offensive zone. That wasn’t an issue on Sunday.

“All of our guys came to play today and it was nice to watch,” said Port Moody coach Lance Schindel. “We didn’t know what we were getting into with Prince George. We knew they were a B team that got moved into A2 (for the provincials) and our guys took (Saturday’s) game a bit too lightly and it showed. Today they came back and made up for it.

“We were absolutely amazed with the level of talent they’ve got here. Yesterday we knew it was going to come down to ourselves and Prince George in the final and I thought it would be closer.”

To advance to the final, the Thunder bounced the Port Coquitlam Saints 6-2. The Saints would fall in the bronze medal match 6-5 to Nanaimo.

Earning Warrior Fair Play awards were Port Moody’s Mac Schindel, Coquitlam’s Trevor Gallant and PoCo’s Chase Law. Popkey was named to the all-star team,

joined by Coquitlam’s Daniel Miller and PoCo’s Rylee Fisher.

The midget A2 Fair Play coach was Gord McIntosh.

The Port Moody Thunder roster includes: Sean Bennett, Rhys Blake, Mitch Booth, Alex Dozzi, Jake Frane, Ryan Hadden, Ryan Johannson, Aaron Kaminski, Max Kennedy, Ryan McBeth, Cole McMillan, Jackson Miller, Ryan Popkey, Jacob Robinson, Mac Schindel, Gray Tomkins, Connor Whyte and Justin Woollard.

• In the midget B championship final, Jaxon Disanjh collected two goals and an assist to lead Coquitlam to a 6-5 win over Comox Valley.

Brandon Bavaro carted off the tourney’s MVP, a Warrior Fair Play award and was named to the all-star squad.

The final bookended the tourney opener for Coquitlam, where they launched the B series with a disappointing 7-3 loss to their mid-Island rival.

But they rebounded nicely, topping Quesnel 6-5 and Abbotsford 9-2, before edging Peninsula in the cross-over semifinal 4-3.

That lined them up against undefeated Comox, setting the stage for a satisfying provincial title win.

The Coquitlam roster includes: Quin Adams, Quinn Atkinson, Griffin Bare, Brandon Bavaro, Brad Beauvais, Donovan Chan, Robert Cranidge, Reece Dickinson, Jaxon Disanjh, Joshua Geldart, Chase Hartley, Brett Hislop, Josh Jackson, Teddy Macrae, Caelin Madigin, Jared McClean, Payton Michielin, Stefano Pandolfo, Diego Pasula and Chayse Walker.

— with files from Dan Olson

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