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FARM’S OWNER BLAMES DUST AT NEARBY FILL SITE Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com The large orange sign at Grant’s Farm in Port Coquitlam says it all — there is no pumpkin patch this year. And the owner of the farm is pointing the finger at a fill site across the street as the culprit. Della Grant has been operating a pumpkin patch on the farm, at the corner of Burns Road and Dominion Avenue in PoCo, during the Halloween season for a couple of generations. Each year, the farm yields thousands of pump-
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kins, much to the delight of kids and families around the Tri-Cities — but not this year. Grant has pulled the plug on the patch. And she blames dust from the fill site for ruining this year’s crop. Specifically, the work being undertaken by a company called Conwest Contracting. Grant suggested the dust has limited bees’ abilities to pollinate the plants properly. She claims she’s been battling the dust for the last three years, but when the latest pumpkin crop failed, she decided to pack it in. CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
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| WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2013
Meet the byelection candidates HERE ARE THE 11 COQUITLAM COUNCIL HOPEFULS — IN (100 OF) THEIR OWN WORDS Michael Bell
Ben Craig
Ben Kim
I represent the citizens best, because I am a regular, hardworking, taxpaying citizen: old enough to have seen a lot of the world, but young enough and fresh enough to be in touch with what is going on. I care about what is happening in this city because my friends, my neighbours and my family live here. I am willing to work with your city council to create a dynamic, vibrant city we can be proud of.
I am running on a platform of support for communities, business and you, taxpayer. I’ve watched as the cost of government has gone straight up over the years and I believe a taxpayerfocused councillor is desperately needed at city hall. I’ve been a financial advisor for over 15 years. I understand the value of a dollar and the need to stick to budgets. My vision is for all of us to live, grow our businesses and raise our families, knowing that city hall is working for us. Elect me to council, and I will bring those values to city hall!
Dear residents of Coquitlam: My name is Ben Kim and I would be most humble to be given a chance to represent you at the city council. I believe that I can make a positive change to our community with my 25 years of experience working as a government economist and policy analyst. I have been an immigrant of 45 years and also belong to the seniors’ community to understand the issues and opportunities. Through this lens I plan to provide a new, fresh perspective to make our city a better place. On Oct. 26th, please vote for Ben Kim.
Barrie Lynch
Doug Macdonell
Kevin Startin
For nine years, from 2002-2011, while on Coquitlam city council I established a reputation of being a highly involved and hardworking councillor. I have a proven record of leadership and chaired or vicechaired many Coquitlam city boards, task forces and committees. I was also appointed by Coquitlam city council as a representative to the Metro Vancouver Board of Directors. I am known as a councillor who listens to and is responsive to the residents’ concerns. Working with the citizens of Coquitlam on their concerns around taxes, safe neighbourhoods, recreation facilities and transportation improvements are some of my priorities. Experience counts!
As a retired RCMP officer, I value safety, crime prevention and using common sense for intelligent development principles. I will strive for sensible, sustainable growth. The city must control spending and make better use of existing tax dollars to prevent residential rates from rising and keep business taxes competitive. To learn more about my platform, please visit my website at www.macdonellcoquitlam.ca.
I am running for council for the first time. Rather than stating all my opinions, I will tell you some principles that guide me. I believe that hard work and honesty are not just policies that our children should follow, but it [is] something for all of us. Unlike a lot of politicians, I am willing to be clear with my answers so you at least know where I stand. People that know me comment that I say what I mean and do what I say. I hope that the residents of Coquitlam give me a chance to prove my value (exceeded word count) ...
Teri Towner
Chris Wilson
Vincent Wu
I am a long-standing, engaged community enthusiast who has been involved in many facets of Coquitlam including education, sports, arts and culture, non-profits and environmental initiatives. I am a proud mom of two active children, special events officer for SHARE, photographer for Snap Coquitlam, running leader and a volunteer whenever, wherever needed. Because of my wide variety of involvements with many organizations throughout our city, I know the issues that affect everyday families and I will represent those issues and interests on council. Teri Towner: Family Focused. Community Centred. www.teritowner.ca.
Chris Wilson has been a Champion for Coquitlam for 24 years. He represented Canada in the 1992 Olympics and has been making a difference ever since. His platform consists of being more disciplined and creative when it comes to spending, protecting our low-cost rental and other affordable housing, insisting that new development be done in the most sustainable and liveable way possible and protecting our environment, including Riverview and its lands. Wilson, SHARE’s 2012 Volunteer of the Year, is committed to being the hardest working and most balanced councillor Coquitlam has ever had. Working for real solutions for Coquitlam.
I have lived in Coquitlam for 16 years. As a freelance journalist, dedicated volunteer and engaged community leader, I am the right choice to vote for. I am running for city council because I am inspired by the spirit of our vibrant community. I want to do something positive to support and help working families, business people and newcomers. I believe I can bring a fresh voice and a more diverse representation to council. Together, we can make Coquitlam better.
Kurt Zaporozan
Bonita Zarrillo
My name is Kurt Zaporozan and I want your vote on Oct. 26th. I know our business community is struggling in Coquitlam due to our high business taxes. It is the small, one to five person businesses that have the most impact on our community. I want these businesses to thrive in Coquitlam. This would attract more people to live, work and play in our community. I also want the Riverview property to be developed into a world-class mental health facility. This would include a research, care/assessment facility and a teaching hospital. Having these important jobs would create a (exceeded word count) ...
Our city is growing fast and we need real leadership. We need to protect Coquitlam by ensuring our city remains an affordable place to live, protecting our environment, and building a strong local economy with good-paying jobs. We also need to make sure taxes are fair and affordable. With four generations of my family living in this area, I am deeply rooted in Coquitlam, yet I bring with me the knowledge and experiences gained from living in other growing communities. I know the issues, I have the skill set and I will get the job done.
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General voting takes place To visit the city’s election on Saturday, Oct. 26. page, scan with Layar Advanced polls are available today (Wednesday, Oct. 23) at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, and Friday at the Pinetree Community Centre. Coquitlam residents who meet all of the following criteria are eligible to vote: 18 or older, a Canadian citizen, a B.C. resident for at least six months, a resident of Coquitlam for at least 30 days, and not disqualified from voting for any reason. Non-resident property electors are also eligible to vote. For details and polling locations, visit www.coquitlam.ca/ city-hall/mayor-and-council/elections.aspx or scan this page with Layar.
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Farm’s owner says dust killed crop “As stipulated in the Soil Removal and Deposit Permit, it is the contractor’s responsibility to implement and maintain any “I said, ‘That’s it, I can’t fight this any- approved means for dust control including more,’� she told the Tri-Cities NOW, noting the but not limited to power sweeping, water operation as one of the only patches to cater spraying of hauling routes, truck wheel wash to tots and disabled seniors. station, etc.,� the statement said. “I felt really bad. A lot of people are dis“This site had a truck wheel wash station off appointed.� of Dominion Avenue which was constructed In a given year, the farm would produce by the contractor and subsequently relocated thousands of pumpkins and net more than once the access was relocated. In addition, the $10,000. contractor had had a power sweeper on site and a water truck to spray the Grant has contacted a lawsite and roads as required. Dust yer to discuss her situation, but control is often most problemsaid she doesn’t think it will be atic in the dry summer months. worth taking legal action. It’s just like During this time, the contractor Beyond the dust, she’s also worried about increased traffic starting all over would sweep the roads at least once a day and at some points at the corner of the two streets again. up to three times per day.� from all of the development in The city said its engineerthe area. –Della Grant ing department responded to Grant believes the intersecGrant’s Farm a number of inquiries from tion is just an “accident waiting Grants Farm regarding airto happen.� borne dust coming from the She said she reached out to fill site. city officials, but got no help. “Our engineering inspector The Tri-Cities NOW contactwould review the site condied Conwest for comment and was told the person who has authority to com- tions and direct the contractor as required,� the city said in a statement. “The inspector ment was not available. The City of PoCo did offer a response to the also often visited and reviewed the site conditions and instructs the contractor if there was Tri-Cities NOW. In an e-mail from the city’s engineering and an issue. As of today, the filling of this site is operations department, a city spokesperson nearly complete and there is minimal activity noted the fill site on Dominion has been active at the north end of the site.� While this season is gone, Grant said she’s since November 2008. The city said access to the site was original- not sure what the future holds for the pumply from Dominion Avenue, but was relocated kin patch. “It’s just like starting all over again,� she in July 2013, “eliminating hauling to the site said. via Dominion Avenue.�
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Originally built in 1912, the Red House was first used as a barn for growing mushrooms before being converted for apartment use. Its original owner, Thomas Benjamin Allard, worked at the Fraser Mills site as a steamfitter before going on to serve as a city councillor. As part of the heritage revitalization agreement,
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This 101-year-old building, known as the Red House, was nearly destroyed by fire 14 months ago. It will be preserved as part of a housing development. the site applicant, Matthew Cheng Architect Inc., will be tasked with preserving and rehabilitating the structure. The repair job entails a new roof and windows, replacing wood trim elements and salvaging other aspects of the building not lost in last year’s fire. A focus will be placed on retaining the site’s original form and character during the reconstruction phase. “When it comes to heritage
and protecting the heritage buildings in Maillardville, I think this has the potential to be another win for us,” said Coun. Craig Hodge, chair of the city’s Maillardville commercial and cultural revitalization advisory committee. The accompanying development will include two, four-storey apartment buildings with 66 units, and two townhouse buildings with 14 units. Three loading bays, 129 residential park-
ing stalls, 19 visitor stalls and a series of bicycle parking stalls are also included in the development. All of the vehicle parking will be located underground, with access to the parking area to be located on Begin Street. It’s hoped that the heritage designation process will be completed before the winter, to allow for construction work to begin before any heavy snowfall.
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John KURUCZ jkurucz@thenownews.com Driver safety and visual appeal trumped the threat of lawsuits Monday, as the City of Coquitlam waded into murky legal territory by upholding a long-standing ban on large thirdparty signage. Council narrowly voted down a staff recommendation to amend the city’s sign bylaw to allow for large advertisements — similar to billboards — to be placed at three points in south Coquitlam near Highway 1 and Lougheed Highway. Couns. Craig Hodge, Neal Nicholson, Mae Reid and Mayor Richard Stewart voted against the recommendation, which results in the city upholding its original bylaw banning those types of ads. “I have always been opposed to the idea of having billboards in our community,” Stewart said. “I think it’s one of those good aspects of our community that we don’t currently have that kind of third-party advertising. It troubles me that we’re heading down this path.” Staff’s recommendation called for modern, digital billboards to be placed near King Edward Avenue, Schoolhouse Street and near the Cape Horn Interchange. The signs would have been restricted to a maximum of just under nine metres vertically, and 7.5 metres horizontally. “A continued prohibition does not address an unmet business need for this type of business advertising and desire for commercial expression,” a staff report notes. The issue first came to light in 2009, when CBS Outdoor and the Canadian Pacific Railway applied to install those types of
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want to spend hundreds of thousands of taxpayers’ dollars in legal fees and expenses because these companies will take us to court if we don’t deal with this issue — they’ve told us that,” Asmundson said. The spectre of legal action didn’t dissuade Nicholson, who suggested that companies that threaten the city with a lawsuit could potentially alienate their clientele. “I think it’s for us to send a clear message to the advertisers: we speak for the people of the City of Coquitlam, and I don’t believe the people of the City of Coquitlam want these billboards,” he said. “I think the advertisers may challenge us. I think they do that at their peril, because then they’re saying that their opinion is more important than the opinions of the people that many of them are trying to sell to.” twitter.com/johnkurucz Visit us on your smartphone
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t’s often said the Tri-Cities is a caring community, and we’ll see evidence of that tomorrow (Thursday), as 500 residents don Wear a Bear for SHARE pins to raise money for the organization’s Christmas toy and food hamper program. A first for SHARE, the response to this campaign has been so great there are already plans to expand it next year. Need more evidence that Tri-Cities residents care? Check out our haunted house list on Page 16. Besides offering Halloween fun, the organizers of all four of our featured homes are collecting donations, three for Variety — The Children’s Charity, and one for the Coquitlam Animal Shelter. It’s true that sometimes the pages of this newspaper are filled with information about scams and crimes and all the other bad things that happen in every corner of the world. But take a closer look and you’ll see evidence that the heart of this community is big, and if you want to help others, there’s no shortage of ways to get involved.
LET’S APPLY COMMON SENSE AND COMPASSION TO OLDER DRIVERS I read with dismay your article in Friday’s Tri-Cities NOW: “Loss of licence a blow.” On May 23, 2013, our North Fraser Chapter CARP (A New Vision of Aging for Canada) held a public meeting in Coquitlam on the subject of the mandatory exam for drivers when they turn 80. A representative from ICBC and a driver examiner from the Department of Motor Vehicles made a presentation. The subject was very popular and oversubscribed. We had to turn away many who wanted to attend because we had reached capacity. Those who did attend had many questions and sad tales for the presenters. Numerous seniors I talked to on the phone expressed concern about the process. The predominant feeling was confusion, followed by fear. I also heard many horror stories about the arbitrary way the Department of Motor Vehicles treated them. I’m concerned that your article, and particularly the statements made by COSCO (Council of Senior Citizens of BC), do not reflect reality. CARP advocates against ageism, and an arbitrary exam at age 80 — regardless of the physical and mental condition of the 80 year old — is simply ageism. First, doctors and other medical professionals are required by law to report anyone they think is unsuitable to have a driver’s licence. Secondly, the fee of about $175 for the doctor’s examination poses an extreme hardship for seniors on fixed incomes. Finally, from my experience talking to seniors, the Department of Motor Vehicles is insensitive to seniors’ feelings. One woman I talked to failed her medical examination and went through the subsequent cognitive and written exams. Instead of telling her why she failed, they simply told her to turn in her licence. She tried repeatedly to get information from them and was ignored. So I wrote a letter to the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles on her behalf and didn’t even receive the courtesy of a reply. Most 80 year olds now have all their faculties and are no threat to anyone on the road. Many people now lead healthy and active lives well past 80. There must be a better way than traumatizing these people. ICBC still gives discounts to seniors because seniors cost ICBC less in claims than other drivers. And for many, driving is not just a luxury but a necessity if they are going to remain independent and lead active lives. I agree there are people in their 80s who shouldn’t be driving but that also applies to many younger drivers. But to punish everyone for the acts of a few is not only unfair, it’s mean-spirited. Let’s apply some common sense and compassion with older drivers. Bruce Bird Chair North Fraser Chapter CARP Copyright in letters and other materials submitted voluntarily to the Publisher and accepted for publication remains with the author, but the Publisher and its licensees may freely reproduce them in print, electronic or other forms. The publisher shall not be liable for minor changes or typographical errors that do not lessen the value of an advertisement. The publisher’s liability for other errors or omissions with respect to any advertisement is limited to publication of the advertisement in a subsequent issue or the refund of monies paid for the advertisement.
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young female friend of our family approached me the other day and said she has decided to drop out of university and pursue some-
thing else. “I’m thinking of becoming a welder. What do you think?” she asked me. I congratulated her on her choice, and told her it was very likely she would have a well-paying career a lot quicker than most of her university-bound friends and that it would last a very long time. I was reminded of that encounter upon hearing the news that the B.C. Construction Association is once again heading to Ireland to find about 600 qualified trades people to fill positions in this province. Not only is this a return trip to Ireland, but it follows a similar expedition to California last year. I’ve written about our looming skills shortage before, but there are few signs the problem is being addressed in any significant way. And time is of the essence. The raw demographical change that is starting to ripple through society at an accelerating pace is having an impact that literally grows by the day. For example, as more and more baby boomers ease into retirement (albeit at a later year than in the past) the vacancies in all kinds of trained occupations start to mushroom. The peak of the boomer generation will retire in about 10 years, and that is when we may be in a genuine crisis if action is not taken now. How do these demographic changes play out in the workplace? Well, those that retire are oftentimes the people who are in management or in senior supervisory positions. On construction projects, that translates into a lot of foremen and project managers
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leaving, without adequately trained (and experienced) hands to replace them. Adding to the urgency of solving this problem (“crisis” would not be an overstatement) is the fact that a number of major industrial projects are set to come on line in the foreseeable future. Pipelines, LNG plants, several new mines, wind farms, plus the regular ongoing construction projects — all will require in total tens of thousands of new, properly trained trades workers. One government estimate concludes that over the next 10 to 15 years more than 150,000 vacancies in the trades will need to be filled. Premier Christy Clark has engaged with the unionized B.C. Building Trades Council to tap into what she calls their “trap line” of skilled workers in the United States to help fill those jobs. But we need workers from B.C. as well. And this brings us to our education system and whether it is doing enough to close this skills gap. Both Clark and Education Minister Peter Fassbender have dropped broad hints some big changes may be coming, in both the K to 12 and post-secondary sides of the education equation. Perhaps students will be offered more choices, or encouragement, at an earlier age to consider getting a trade as their career. If it becomes clear to young people that the way to a well-paying
job is through a trade and not a vaguely defined university degree, perhaps there will be a much bigger take-up of a trades vocation. Any changes in the post-secondary system regarding making trades more of a priority are trickier and potentially more controversial. Universities and colleges rightly value their academic freedom and independence. However, the days of a provincial government handing over millions of dollars to a post-secondary institution with no strings attached may be drawing to a close. I’ve heard the premier say she doesn’t see the point of universities simply churning out more, to pick just one example, teachers when there is a surplus of teachers. This may translate into her government increasing funding for trades training programs by taking funding away from other post-secondary programs, which will likely be met with howls of outrage from the academic community. While traditionally academic degrees such as arts degrees remain valuable (the so-called “credentials inflation” means some kind of degree is required even for jobs not needing one a decade ago) we need more young people like my family friend who are willing to step outside the box. And they must be given greater opportunities to do that, which means more government funding. They are the workers who will not only benefit financially, but who will help solve a problem that could inflict serious damage on our economy. Young women wanting to be welders? More please. Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global BC.
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Re: “Riverview not the answer,” opinion column, Friday, Oct. 18. Bev Gutray and Marina Morrow make good points, many of which would be answered with the reopening of a new Riverview mental-health-care community. It’s unfortunate that they aren’t up on what’s being proposed by those working and wishing to renew the Riverview campus. Institutionalized care in a 300-bed hospital, as Gutray and Morrow suggest, isn’t part of this. They write that “we need to address the lack of affordable, safe and supportive housing options in our province.” The 244 acres of Riverview could support this. Existing cottages are now home to a few remaining psychiatric-care residents, and more such comfortable, attractive homes could be built. Also, the big old buildings, with their structurally sound concrete cores, could be remodelled into nice apartments for many more people requiring permanent homes. “Many British Columbians with
mental illnesses or substance use problems … can be found on the street, under bridges and in shelters — which are not homes,” they say. Many of these homeless people are far from their families and home communities or are estranged entirely. Providing pleasant housing in the Riverview oasis would be more compassionate than putting them into bleak suburban group homes midst wary neighbours. “A longer-term goal would be to invest in building a variety of housing options across the province with varying levels of mental health treatment and supports. This would allow people at all stages of recovery to live in, and contribute to, their communities,” they add. Yes, for patients with home communities to return to, such housing options should be available. For others, who are alienated from their original families and supports, why not Coquitlam? Why not the Riverview site, with a variety of long-term housing options? The Riverview lands are capacious enough, with potential galore, to offer various levels of treatments and supports. With a dedicated hospital on the grounds
— perhaps the 85-bed one planned a few years ago — help would be at hand when needed. “We also need to ensure that there are places that people experiencing distress from mental illness can go, to receive care, where they can’t be turned away,” they write. Exactly. Cottages and apartments to settle those in need midst a beautiful, green setting — “quarter-way housing,” not “half-way” into cold neighbourhoods — with an acute care hospital available 24/7. Gutray and Morrow prescribe “an institutional setting to care for people who have severe symptoms now.” Then, when patients leave facilities, “there are places for them to live and experience recovery.” Not only could Riverview provide all these things for a sizeable number of people requiring psychiatric care integrated into their home lives, but the surrounding Tri-Cities very much want them to be there and to integrate into the larger community. No NIMBYism or cold shoulders there. Further, the grounds of Riverview are open to all, and the public visiting the arboretum and gardens would easily be part of
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It’s been nearly six months since a Tri-Cities realtor was assaulted on the job, but there is still no sign of the alleged suspect. So the industry’s provincial association is once again reminding the public a reward is still out there to catch the perpetrator. The B.C. Real Estate Association (BCREA) renewed its reward of $10,000 to any person who comes forward with information that leads directly to the apprehension and conviction of the person responsible for the assault on the realtor. Damian Stathonikos, a spokesperson for the BCREA, said the renewed reminder is a way of bringing some attention back to the case, which has stalled. “Because no progress has been made, we thought it would be an opportune time to remind people about the reward,” he told the Tri-Cities NOW. The alleged incident took place on the afternoon of May 4, when the suspect showed up to an open house at a property on Rowland Street. Police alleged the man had assaulted the female realtor. She did not suffer any injuries and was able to convince the suspect to leave. Coquitlam RCMP went public with the incident and released a sketch of the suspect in July. On Monday, RCMP Cpl. Jamie Chung said there are no updates on the case. He noted investigators followed up on all of the tips at
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Seniors warned about jewelry scam Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com Once again, Coquitlam Mounties are warning the public about a distraction scam targeting seniors in the community. According to police, the latest incident happened on the morning of Oct. 9 as an 85-year-old man trying to buy a newspaper at a store in Port Coquitlam was approached by four people. The group, made up of two men and two women who were in a dark-coloured sedan, told the senior that they would like to give him something. Police said the group then started to adorn him with two golden-coloured rings and a golden-coloured necklace. They drove off after saying â&#x20AC;&#x153;God bless youâ&#x20AC;? to the victim. The victim found the whole incident strange and worried that the jewelry might be crime-related. So he dropped in to the Mary Hill Community Police Station to talk to a police officer. The senior then discovered his own 20-inch gold chain with a gold-plated tab with the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;Karlâ&#x20AC;? engraved into it, along with a gold wedding band with a single small diamond, had disappeared. Investigators believe the loss of the victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own jewelry may be linked to the four individuals in the dark-coloured sedan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The victim did the right thing by reporting it to the police,â&#x20AC;? RCMP Cpl. Jamie Chung said in a statement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thieves use a number of tactics to distract the victim and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;giving you giftsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is one of the ways. It often happens very quickly with the victim only realizing what happened sometime later.â&#x20AC;? In August, two seniors in PoCo and Coquitlam were the victims of a similar scam. A Coquitlam senior had her 24-karat gold necklace and pendent stolen after a woman tried to put a necklace on her as a thank-you for directions. A woman in PoCo also had her gold necklace stolen after she was approached by a woman trying to sell another necklace to raise money. The suspect tried to put the necklace around the victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neck. The suspects in the latest
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be substantiated. “With the new reward hopefully that will generate
more new tips,” Chung said, adding finding the suspect remains a priority for the
detachment. There have not been any reported incidents against realtors in the Tri-Cities since the May assault. “We would definitely welcome any new tips or information on the identity of this person,” Chung said. The real estate association indicated there is more awareness and precautions being taken by realtors since
the incident was reported. Stathonikos pointed out incidents involving realtors are rare considering the number of transactions taking place in the industry throughout the province. “Whenever something does [happen], we just want to make sure that we can do something to help resolve the case and make sure whoever is responsible is brought to
justice,” he said. The BCREA’s reward will be available until July 18, 2014. As for the suspect, he is described as Asian, in his mid 30s, with dark hair and eyes, and some bumps on his face. He was wearing a T-shirt, jeans and running shoes. Anyone who might recognize the suspect is asked to call police at 604-945-1580.
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POLICE, OTHERS, DENY ALL ALLEGATIONS Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com A trial date has been set in the lawsuit involving a former Coquitlam civilian RCMP member. The Supreme Court trial of Sherri Merritt versus the City of Coquitlam, Attorney General of Canada, Minister of Justice of B.C. and several RCMP officers is set to begin on April 20, 2015. In a lawsuit first filed back in June 2012, Merritt claimed that she suffered harassment at the hands of her RCMP superiors while she was off work undergoing cancer treatment. Merritt began working for the City of Coquitlam in 1994 and five years later became a civilian employee of the Coquitlam RCMP, classified as an insurance/disclosure clerk. She claims in her legal action that she pointed out to the RCMP and the city “blatant mistakes” in disclosure, mistakes that could have led to the RCMP being found liable for violations of the Privacy Act, putting public safety at risk and possible child endangerment. After pointing out the mistakes, Merritt claims, she was harassed by RCMP officers in the analyst reviewer section, who felt threatened by Merritt. She claims the city and the RCMP didn’t take her concerns about improper disclosure seriously. In September 2011, her lawsuit says, she consulted with RCMP Cpl. Dean Allchin, a recognized privacy policy adviser, to prepare a letter to Coquitlam RCMP Supt. Claude Wilcott — the officer in charge of the detachment — which identified the inherent risks in the Coquitlam RCMP’s disclosure policies and a business plan with ways to correct those risks. She submitted the letter and business plan on Sept. 19, 2011, after her doctor advised she take a six-week medical leave to undergo cancer treatment.
Merritt says she went to the detachment that evening to finish up her work before going on leave, submitted invoices and deleted letter templates and files but saved them on a USB drive for her replacement to use while she was gone. Merritt claims she had checked with Allchin before deleting the files and his opinion was it wouldn’t be problematic. “No information was lost or destroyed,” her lawsuit says, but she was later accused by her superiors of destroying files. She learned a month into her medical leave, just before she was scheduled to return to work in October 2011, that a criminal investigation was being conducted into the matter. Merritt says she phoned Wilcott, who said Merritt was under investigation for something she had done to her computer, her security clearance was cancelled and she could not return to work. The fact she was under criminal investigation was “broadcasted” to Merritt’s co-workers through e-mails and by word of mouth, which the lawsuit claims defamed Merritt’s character and “poisoned” her workplace. Her lawsuit claims RCMP Sgt. Jennifer Hyland went to Crown counsel and asked that Merritt be charged with “mischief to data” but the Crown did not proceed with criminal charges. Instead, Merritt’s lawsuit claims, Crown counsel Susan McCallum sent two “warning letters” to Merritt, suggesting the plaintiff intended to “disrupt or control” her office while she was on sick leave “for the purpose of drawing attention to work [she] felt was important.” Wilcott, McCallum and Hyland are also named as defendants in the suit. None of the allegations have been proven in court. All the parties involved have denied the claims made in the suit.
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Woman sues city over fall on sidewalk Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com A fall along a Coquitlam
street has landed the city in court. According to a notice of civil claim filed in Supreme
Court, Maria Hackworth is suing the City of Coquitlam for general and special damages related to a fall earlier
this year. Court documents state the incident happened on May 15, 2013, when the plaintiff was walking on a sidewalk on the south side of the 500 block of Austin Avenue. The suit claims Hackworth was walking along the sidewalk just west of Westview Street when she tripped and fell over uneven pavement, which caused her injury, loss and damage. The suit claims as a result of the negligence or breach of duty by the city and its employees, Hackworth sustained physical injuries including a right ankle sprain, scrapes and abrasions on her
face, loss of memory, headaches, dizziness and pain and discomfort. The court documents also suggest that, as a result of the alleged negligence by the defendant, Hackworth, who is described in the suit as retired, has incurred and continues to incur special damages, which will be provided at trial. The suit claims the Coquitlam resident has suffered loss of enjoyment of the amenities in life, and has had difficulty fulfilling recreational activities, social activities and household chores. The suit also alleges the city and employees breached
their duty of care in several ways, including by failing to ensure the pavement at the location was even or correctly aligned so it was safe for pedestrians; failing to warn or place danger or caution signs at the location to alert and direct pedestrians away from the “dangerous situation;” failing to properly maintain, repair and inspect the premises; and allowing the location to “become a dangerous trap for pedestrians.” None of the allegations have been proven in court and the city has yet to file a response. Hackworth is also seeking recovery of health care costs.
French-speaking jurors sought by B.C. courts Are you French-speaking or bilingual and eligible to be a juror? If so, B.C.’s court services invites you to put your name on its French-language jury list. All eligible B.C. voters are already listed on the general jury list. Adding your name to the French-language jury list
involves going online to www.ag.gov.bc.ca/courts/ jury_duty/info/french-trials. htm and moving your name from the general jury list to the list for French-language trials, according to a press release from JusticeBC. Since 1990, Francophone people charged with a crime
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Doug Macdonell for Coquitlam City Council On October 26th Vote for Experience You You Can Can Trust Trust Doug will focus focus on on issues issues important important to to Coquitlam Coquitlam Residents, Residents, including; including;keeping keepingtaxes taxesas aslow lowas aspossible possiblewhile while protecting services important to residents, safety, transportantion, sustainable development and accountability. services important to residents, safety, transportantion, sustainable development and accountability. In his past terms terms on on Coquitlam Coquitlam Council, Council, Doug Doug worked worked cooperatively cooperativelywith withall allmembers membersof ofcouncil councilto toachieve achieveresults, results, and responded responded in in aa timely timely manner manner to to the the concerns concerns of of all all residents. residents. Doug Macdonell Macdonell provides provides an an involved, involved, experienced experienced and and trusted trustedvoice voiceon onCouncil Councilfor forthe theresidents residentsof ofCoquitlam. Coquitlam.
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Doug Doug Macdonell Macdonell is is aa retired retired R.C.M.P. R.C.M.P. officer officer who who has has lived lived in in Coquitlam for over 50 years. He and his wife Kathy have Coquitlam for over 50 years. He and his wife Kathy have raised raised two two boys, boys, Devon, Devon, an an auxiliary auxiliary policeman policeman with with the the Coquitlam Coquitlam R.C.M.P. and Jordan, who serves in the Canadian R.C.M.P. and Jordan, who serves in the Canadian Army. Army. -- Former Former president president of of Coquitlam Coquitlam City City Soccer Soccer -- Former Director of the Coquitlam Former Director of the Coquitlam Field Field Sports Sports Association Association -- A head coach with Coquitlam Minor Football A head coach with Coquitlam Minor Football -- Long Long term term volunteer volunteer with with Big Big Brothers Brothers of of Greater GreaterVancouver Vancouver -- Founded the Coquitlam Sport Council Founded the Coquitlam Sport Council -- Founded Founded the the Coquitlam Coquitlam Arts Arts && Culture Culture Advisory Advisory Committee Committee -- Founded Celebrate Coquitlam Advisory Founded Celebrate Coquitlam Advisory Committee Committee
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TRUSTED “Doug’s “Doug’s past past work work on on City City Council, Council, and and his his experience, experience, integrity integrity and and commitment commitment to to Coquitlam Coquitlam residents, residents,produced producedstrong strongresults resultsfor forour ourcity. city.ItItwould wouldbe beaapleasure pleasureto towork workwith withhim him
again again on on City City Council. Council.”” Richard Richard Stewart, Stewart, Mayor Mayor City City of of Coquitlam Coquitlam “I worked with Doug on the two terms he served on Council “I worked with Doug on the two terms he served on Council and and was was always always impressed impressed with with his his commitment commitmentto tothe theCity Cityof ofCoquitlam Coquitlamand andhis hisdedication dedicationto toresidents. residents. Doug Dougworked worked hard to secure amenities for our residents and worked cooperatively with other members of Council to achieve these and other goals. “ Mae Reid, Councillor, City of hard to secure amenities for our residents and worked cooperatively with other members of Council to achieve these and other goals. “ Mae Reid, Councillor, City ofCoquitlam Coquitlam “Doug's “Doug's many many achievements achievements while while on on Council Council testify testify to to his his commitment commitment to to work work diligently diligently on on behalf behalf of of local localresidents. residents.His Hisgreat greatreputation reputationin inthe thecommunity communityisiswell-earned. well-earned."" Terry O’Neill, Councilor City of Coquitlam Terry O’Neill, Councilor City of Coquitlam “Doug works very hard on behalf of the residents of Coquitlam. I look forward to having Doug back on Council”. Brent Asmundson, Coquitlam City Councillor “Doug works very hard on behalf of the residents of Coquitlam. I look forward to having Doug back on Council”. Brent Asmundson, Coquitlam City Councillor “Doug’s experience as a policeman, his volunteer work in the community and his ability to work with others was a huge asset to the residents of Coquitlam when he was a City Councillor. “Doug’s experience as a policeman, his volunteer work in the community and his ability to work with others was a huge asset to the residents of Coquitlam when he was a City Councillor. He’s a hard worker and I look forward to Doug’s return to Council.” Lou Sekora, Councillor, City of Coquitlam He’s a hard worker and I look forward to Doug’s return to Council.” Lou Sekora, Councillor, City of Coquitlam The Coquitlam Firefigthers officially endorse Doug Macdonell as their choice for Coquitlam City Council. The Coquitlam Firefigthers officially endorse Doug Macdonell as their choice for Coquitlam City Council.
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Morrey Autogroup continues to grow Janaya FULLER-EVANS Burnaby NOW The Morrey Autogroup family is expanding after 50 years in Burnaby, and the newest addition is bringing a touch of class to the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dealerships in the city. The family-owned company has announced it will open Morrey Infiniti next to its current Nissan dealership on Still Creek Avenue next spring. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re finally in an exciting market for luxury business being basically next to the downtown core market,â&#x20AC;? said Jason Morrey, general manager of Infiniti Coquitlam. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And our hopes are to add one more layer of product and luxury experience to our Morrey Autogroup clientele, as well as offering a high performance luxury vehicle to the Burnaby community.â&#x20AC;? The company decided to bring the brand to Burnaby after 20 years of success in Coquitlam, he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very excited. The Coquitlam location has done a lot of growth, particularly over the last 10 years with the growth in the community.
So business has been growing every year for the last 10 years, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re excited about this next step.â&#x20AC;? The cost of land was a consideration, he said, and the company strategically bought the Still Creek Avenue property when it became clear it would be an ideal location for the new dealership. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We bought the property over five years ago and we were just waiting for the right time to develop it,â&#x20AC;? Jason said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very excited because that corridor in Burnaby has become the focal point for luxury automotive in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, with the other brands on Boundary there, with BMW and Mercedes and Audi. So this is an excellent fit with adding the Infiniti brand to Burnaby there.â&#x20AC;? It is also ideal in terms of easy access from the TransCanada Highway, he added. The company has been a Burnaby institution since Syd Morrey bought a dealership at Lougheed Highway and Willingdon Avenue in 1964. Today, three generations of Morreys work for the com-
pany, with six family members involved in the business, according to Jason. The Morrey Autogroup includes the Morrey Nissan complex on Still Creek Avenue, next to the new dealership, an autobody shop on Gilmore Avenue, a Mazda dealership at the North Shore Auto Mall and a mobile autoglass service as well, Jason said. The company has been very involved in the community over the years, Jason added. His father. Gary Morrey, president of the company, has been chair of the board of directors of the Michael J. Fox Theatre since 1993, raising funds for the theatre with an annual golf tournament and gala. The family is celebrating 50 years in Burnaby next spring with a special grand opening event when the new Morrey Infiniti of Burnaby dealership opens, Jason said. The new Infiniti dealership at 4450 Still Creek Ave. will include a six-car showroom, seven-bay service shop and many luxury amenities, according to a press release from the company.
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Coquitlam • 2988 Forestridge Pl. — The Bilesky home will feature live monsters on Halloween, and the owners have changed up the display this year to make it different for repeat visitors. The lights will be on nightly through Oct. 31, from 6 to 10 p.m. Donations will be collected for Variety — The Children’s Charity. • 1838 Haversley Ave. — David Ciarniello is hosting his first fundraiser for Variety, but is an old pro when it comes to haunted houses. He’s spent years collecting and building dozens of props, including technically complicated animatronics. And when Ken McLean of Halloween Alley on North Road heard he was fundraising for Variety, he told him to borrow whatever he needed for the display. Entrance is by donation, and the display will be open through Halloween, from 6 to 9 p.m., and will feature candy for the kids. This house is best suited to older kids and teens. • 443 Draycott St. — Vickie Ayers, a long-time fundraiser for Variety, offers a family-friendly haunted house that’s suitable for younger kids. Last year, her house raised more than $7,000 for kids with special needs, and she aims to top that number this year. This display is wheelchair accessible, and runs through Halloween, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Entrance is by donation, and there will be candy for the kids. Visitors can also drop off recyclable cans and bottles for Ayers’ bottle drive.
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• 486 McGill Dr. — The Potts family is creating a graveyard, witch’s circle, monster alley, spider forest, pumpkin patch and haunted house to run for two days: Friday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Oct. 26. Hours are 6 to 8 p.m. both nights, with a slightly less scary display for younger kids from 6 to 7 p.m. This is a fundraiser for the Coquitlam Animal Shelter, and organizer Erin Potts says while the shelter is keen to receive any donations, it especially requested Friskies Paté and dry food, as well as toys, for cats; Lean Cuts wet and dry food, as well as toys, for dogs (no rawhides); and chew sticks, pellets, toys and gift certificates to Thrifty Foods for rabbits.
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New residential construction is having a positive economic impact in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody, pouring millions of dollars into the local economy and creating hundreds of jobs.
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f you are a newcomer to the Tri-Cities, you’re not alone. The community is growing and the coming decades will see tremendous change. At the time of the 2011 Census, the combined population of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody was 215,773. As the largest of the three cities, Coquitlam’s growth had increased by 10.4 per cent since the 2006 count, with Port Coquitlam experiencing a 6.9 per cent increase, and Port Moody – the least populous – having almost a 20 per cent increase in the number of people who call it home. And those numbers are going to keep growing. The Metro Vancouver Regional Growth Strategy projects the population of the three cities will be 359,000 by 2041. Growth throughout the entire Metro Vancouver region is being driven mainly by immigration and to a lesser degree by people moving here from other parts of Canada. The Tri-Cities is a community that has opened its arms to immigrants; more than 50 per cent of the people who live here were born in other countries. Most of the cities’ recent immigrants (people arriving between 2006 and 2011) came from South Korea, China, and Iran. To accommodate new residents, the regional growth strategy anticipates the number of dwelling units in the Tri-Cities to reach 148,300 by 2041 – close to double the number of homes in the latest census numbers. There’s no wonder then that development
is going full steam ahead and transforming the community. ´SigniÀcant growth is projected for Coquitlam over the next 30 years,” said Coquitlam’s General Manager Planning and Development, Jim McIntyre. “We anticipate that the new Burke Mountain neighbourhoods could accommodate up to 25 per cent of that growth. Building on recent trends, the City Centre is also expected to experience a lot of change over the next 30 years with an additional 31,000 people moving there. Neighbourhoods in the northwest area of the city are pretty much built out, so we don’t expect much development there. In southwest Coquitlam, continued redevelopment in neighbourhood centres and rapid transit areas along with sensitive residential inÀll is also projected, with its population estimated to grow from 75,390 to 113,000 by 2041.” With Port Coquitlam anticipating a 34 per cent increase in its population between now and 2041, the city projects it will need close to an additional 13,000 new dwelling units to accommodate everyone. “We have a limited land supply,” said PoCo’s Manager of Planning, Jennifer Little. “Redeveloping areas designated in our ofÀcial community plan for higher densities will help meet the growing demand for housing. This includes our downtown, which was pre-zoned in 2008
for multi-family uses to facilitate redevelopment. The OCP also includes housing policies that provide opportunities for housing choices including permitting secondary suites in single-detached homes, 33-foot wide lots in designated areas, and areas designated for townhouses and apartments.” In Port Moody, growth will be concentrated along the Evergreen Line. Its impact cannot be underestimated. That, coupled with the existing West Coast Express train station in Port Moody, was a key factor in the Real Estate Investment Network putting Port Moody on its list of Tier 2 investment towns in 2013. Areas immediately near all of the SkyTrain line’s seven stations will be transformed. All this new residential construction is having a positive economic impact, pouring millions of dollars into local economies and creating thousands of jobs. According to information from the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association, the value of new residential construction in Metro Vancouver in 2012 alone was $4.3 billion and created 19,500 person years of direct jobs and 9,800 indirect jobs throughout the province. There were 1,204 new housing starts recorded from January to August in the Tri-Cities, with an overwhelming amount of the activity taking place in Coquitlam. That city collected $14.68 million in development cost
charges in 2012. Port Coquitlam recorded close to $88 million in new construction value in 2012; over $59 million of that was in residential and mixed-use (residential and commercial) new construction. All three cities are keen to increase economic growth along with population growth. Coquitlam was proud to be one of seven B.C. communities to win the provincial government’s 2013 Open for Business Award which includes a $10,000 grant for future economic development projects designed to assist small business. “With our investment in QNet , the city-owned Àbre optic network, we’ve opened up access to highspeed telecom services by leasing unlit Àbre optic cable to Internet service providers,” said Coquitlam’s Manager, Economic Development, David Munro. “Coquitlam is one of only a few Canadian communities to develop such a network. This investment is making us an attractive location for technology Àrms, head ofÀce operations and professional services businesses and we believe we have an opportunity for economic growth and job creation in these areas. In addition, we’ll also beneÀt from the Evergreen Line and the retail and ofÀce operations that will become part of the mixed-use developments along it.”
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> Developer: Bluetree Homes > Project Location: Citadel Heights, Port Coquitlam > Project size: 29 Single Family Homes (2,800 - 3,515 sq.ft.) > Prices: From $829,900 > Sales centre: 2195 Nova Scotia Avenue, Port Coquitlam > Hours: 12 – 5 Daily (closed Friday) > Telephone: 604-468-2169 > Web: www.bluetreehomes.ca
This is one of Bluetree Homes at Citadel Heights’ uphill models with street-level entry to the main floor, full walk-out basement, and a south-facing balcony that offers dazzling views across the Fraser River toward Mount Baker. It’s also a direct response to consumer demand for a home that combines the casual great room
concept with the more traditional formality of a separate living/dining area — a trend Yosh says is beginning to regain traction. Like all homes at Citadel Heights, there’s space here — more than 3,500 square feet over three floors — every inch of it designed with easy living in mind. The kitchen is open and inviting with a massive centre island and convenient pantry wall in the walk-through to the dining room. The great room’s gas fireplace is an eyecatching, asymmetric combination of matte and gloss tiling that complements the fresh, contemporary design. Upstairs, the four bedrooms include a vaulted master suite with lavish ensuite featuring soaker tub, sunset views, plus the privacy of a separate WC. Celebrate Options Also popular is Bluetree Homes at Citadel Heights’ optional basement upgrade. “Every home includes a fully finished basement,” Yosh says. “But while we’re still in early stages of construction, we can make it into a self-contained suite. It’s a great option for families who want to have their parents close while letting them remain independent. Or you could use it as
a legal mortgage helper.” And make no mistake, this is a long way from being your typical basement suite. This is a sunny, spacious home with all the features savvy buyers want — luxury in other words. “Now people can actually walk through these homes, they’re getting the full experience of what life would be like here,” Yosh says. “And because everything in the surrounding area is already built, you know you’ll never lose your view, and once the last homes are finished that’s it — no living in the noise and hassle of a construction zone.” The Bluetree Homes at Citadel Heights presentation centre is open noon to 5 p.m. daily except Fridays at 2195 Nova Scotia Ave. in Port Coquitlam. Four and five bedroom homes priced from $829,900 including fully finished basement. For more information visit bluetreehomes.ca or call 604.468.2169.
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The New Maillardville
Now, to the delight of people who’ve been waiting for a chance to call this community home, there’s an opportunity to be part of the new Maillardville. Say hello to Bluetree Homes at Mackin Park. Sizzlin’ Location You know the adage. When it comes to real estate, it’s all about three things: location, location, and location. Which is just one of the ways Bluetree Homes at Mackin Park shines. Situated in the heart of Maillardville, this condominium residence puts you just steps from the much-loved clock tower and community plaza, Woody’s Pub Restaurant, an intriguing, ever-expanding array of mom’n’pop boutiques, plus the new Town Hall Restaurant which brings yet another high-end eatery to this bustling hub.
And that’s not counting the new retail that will be part of Mackin Park’s street level commercial spaces — space Yosh says he hopes might include a market or café. “We made a conscious decision to give the first building an extra deep set-back from Brunette Street so we could create a wide sidewalk with plenty of space for outdoor patios and dining,” explains Yosh Kasahara, Bluetree Homes’ general manager, sales and marketing. “The result is going to be a very lively, connected streetscape. And can’t you just imagine zipping downstairs on a Saturday morning to grab a steaming latté that you can take back to enjoy on the privacy of your balcony?” Short answer: yes. Make It Your Own With the roof already on the first building, there’s no question this boutique collection of apartment residence has a unique personality inside and out. The historically inspired façade has a playfulness that effortlessly balances the warmth of traditional design with a distinctly West Coast modern outlook: innovative, welcoming, iconic. Inside, buyers are discovering innovative floor plans with particular attention to functionality. Here’s just a sampling: massive covered decks for four-season enjoyment, flex-space/dens that
are larger than some developments’ second bedrooms, and kitchens with plenty of storage for all your favourite gadgets and gizmos.
for your favourite collectables, books, or travel treasures. Because, let’s face it, choice is good — and four choices are even better.
There’s also the views… as in big, expansive views of Mount Baker and, in many homes, a panorama of the Fraser River that spans from the Port Mann to the Patullo Bridge.
Bluetree Homes at Mackin Park is found at the corner of Brunette Ave. and Le Bleu St. in Coquitlam. Sales centre open noon to 5 p.m. daily (closed Thursdays and Fridays) at 211 – 1020 Austin Ave. in Coquitlam. For more information visit bluetreehomes.ca or call 604.939.8874.
But here’s the really cool part. For a limited time, Bluetree Homes is offering a special, Customize Your Space Program. “We understand people have different lifestyles which means they use space differently,” Yosh says pointing to an almost six-by-eight area between the kitchen and living room. “This space would be perfect for someone who works from home, so in the ‘Work-aholic’ option, we keep it just like you see here and offer buyers a $2,000 decorating allowance to help them create their dream office. On the other hand, if you’re a person who loves to shop, you’re going to need somewhere for all those shoes, clothes, and accessories.” The answer, he says, is simple: flip the entry to the other side so it becomes a walk-in closet off the bedroom. Brilliant. Love having friends over for an evening of good wine, food, and conversation? Bluetree Homes has another answer: the ‘Entertainer’ configuration in which half the space is an expanded bedroom closet and the other half becomes a built-in buffet and storage. Or, to honour the collector and DIY fan, you could transform the buffet area into an open display
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t’s one of Coquitlam’s most intriguing, charming, and diverse neighbourhoods. In the late 1800s, Maillardville was the site of a state-of-the-art lumber mill built for the princely sum of $350,000. The community soon became home to Western Canada’s largest Francophone population, a cultural heritage that’s still very much in evidence today with street names like LeBleu or Laval and lively seasonal celebrations like the famous Festival du Bois.
> Developer: Bluetree Homes > Project Location: Brunette Avenue and Le Bleu Street in Coquitlam > Project size: 86 apartment homes (548 - 1,028 sq.ft.) > Prices: from $199,900 > Sales centre: 211 - 1020 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam > Hours: 12 - 5pm daily (closed Thursday & Friday) > Telephone: 604-939-8874 > Web: www.bluetreehomes.ca
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ying in the foothills of the majestic Golden Ears Mountains and surrounded by green space is where you’ll discover one of Maple Ridge’s most exciting new master planned communities. Hampstead features a selection of 73 exclusive parkside residences, ranging in size from 2,030 to more than 3,500 square feet (including a generous unÀnished basement space), in the heart of the award winning Silver Ridge neighbourhood. “We are attracting a lot of young families as well as empty nesters and retirees, because we are nestled into a mountain retreat yet close to all the amenities Maple Ridge has to offer,” says Tammy Gaskell, sales manager at Hampstead, Coldwell Banker Tri-Tel Realty. The West coast contemporary homes offer a selection of three and four bedroom homes with a choice of Àve styles - named for the indigenous trees in the area: alder, birch, garibaldi, maple and spruce. “In select homes, one of the signature upgrade features that has been getting lots of attention is an outdoor entertainment space,” says Gaskell. These stunning contemporary, extra-
spacious interiors, are distinguished by laminate hardwood Áooring in the kitchen, nook and family room, ninefoot and vaulted ceilings, sprawling windows to bring the outdoors in, and a a gas Àreplace in the single family homes. The gourmet kitchens include Shaker-style cabinetry, full-height tile backsplash, double stainless steel sinks and a stainless steel appliance package. Hampstead is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. From your doorstep, you are minutes away from numerous trails as well as parks such as Alouette Lake, Golden Ears, and the UBC Research Forest,
where you can walk, bike, and hike for hours. Built by Gold Georgie multiaward winning builder Portrait Homes - a company that since 1989 has built a reputation for creating livable master planned communities - you can rest assured that your new home at Hampstead is not only affordable but beautiful and built to last decades. “More than 50 per cent of the homes are sold so if you are interested, you should act fast,” adds Gaskell.
Home-buying isn’t something you want to rush into. Until now. A select 5 homes will come with a finished basement (up to $35,000 value). You’d pay $220,000 more for a comparable home at Burke Mountain. But that’s not the only reason you’ll fall in love with the award-winning community of Hampstead Village.
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Independence starts at an early age
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wenty-eight-yearold Devon spends his days doing very little. He wakens late and helps himself to breakfast from the variety of foods purchased by his parents. When he finally decides to get dressed he just has to choose from all the nicely cleaned and ironed clothing waiting in his closet. Then he pops open a beer and watches TV until his parents come home and prepare his dinner. After dinner, he borrows one of his parents’ cars and heads off to party with his friends. Devon’s parents are not very happy about this state of affairs and complain to all their friends. With Devon, they drop hints. They bookmark career pages, job listings and educational opportunity pages on his computer. They ask him about his plans. They suggest jobs, school or at the very least moving out. He just ignores them. These are typically the same parents who 15 years ago were happily doing everything for him. When I ask parents why they are not teaching their children the skills they will need to be independent, they tell me that it’s just easier and faster to do it for them. When I ask them if they have talked about the future with their kids, they tell me that they hope their child stays home forever. They love having him with them and can’t imagine him leaving. Ever. Children tend to meet and often exceed our expectations, and that includes low expectations as well as high ones. Parents who are not facing the fact that it is their job to help their kids be ready to leave home, to handle chores such as doing laundry, cooking and cleaning as well as earning a living, budgeting and paying bills, are simply not doing their job. When we give our kids the message that we want them to stay home, that we like doing everything for them, most are willing to comply. And much as we think that asking them to learn how to fend for themselves is too much work, it is as important as encouraging them to take their first steps, speak their first words and read. When I was writing my find us on
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ELECT AGAIN ABOUT BARRIE LYNCH
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From 2002-2011 Barrie Lynch was an effective member of Coquitlam City Council with a proven record of leadership. As a City Councillor he chaired or vice-chaired many Coquitlam City boards, task forces and committees. Barrie was also appointed by Coquitlam City Council as a representative to the Metro Vancouver Board of Directors and Federation of Canadian Municipalities Standing Committees and has served on many boards and committees including: • Finance Standing Committee, Member • Corporate & Protective Services Standing Committee, Member
For Coquitlam City Councillor • Dogwood Pavilion upgrades
• Being recognized by the Ministry of the attorney General with a ten-year certificate of service
• Canada Day Celebration
Barrie’s extensive education and training includes: • the Royal Roads University Master of Arts Leadership and Training Program - specialization in justice and public safety • the Simon Fraser University Bachelor of General Studies Program - extended minor in criminology
• the Justice Institute of B. C. Reserve Police Academy
• Recreation, Sports and Cultural Standing Committee, Member
• the Douglas College Diploma of Criminology
• Multicultural Advisory Committee,Vice Chair • Heritage Advisory Committee, Chair
• the Douglas College Certificate of Criminal Justice Studies Program
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• Disability Issues Advisory Chair Currently Barrie is the Supply Chain Managment Association British Columbia Executive Director & Chief Operating Officer and also works part-time as a paramedic at the Coquitlam Ambulance Station.
SAFE STREETS AND NEIGHBOURHOODS As a father of two and a grandfather of three, working with the citizens of Coquitlam towards safer neighbourhoods is a top priority for Barrie. His efforts and experience include: • Being a former Coquitlam RCMP Auxiliary Constable
• The new City Centre Library
• Being President of the New Horizons Residents Association
• the Justice Institute of B.C. Paramedic Academy
• Growth Management Standing Committee, Member
• Serving as Justice of the Peace for
• Being a dedicated Block Watch Neighbourhood Captain
Maintenance and replacement of existing facilities in Coquitlam is important to support a healthy community. As Coquitlam grows we need to ensure parkland and recreation facilities are expanded. Growth must be managed and sustainable by the facilities. As a parent Barrie was involved in and coached Coquitlam Minor Football, Coquitlam Little League and assisted with Coquitlam Minor Hockey Association. He was also chair of the Coquitlam Library Board. • While on Council Barrie supported and voted for: • The new Poirier Sport and Leisure Centre • The new Pinetree Community Centre and Glen Pine Pavilion • Town Centre Park and Stadium upgrades • The new Soccer Field at Charles Best and Town Centre
• The Summit Community Centre • Inspiration Gardens • Mackin Park upgrades
COMMUNITY PLANNING Community planning must recognize the strength of a healthy business and commercial community, protection and enhancement of our natural areas and include active participation of the residents of Coquitlam. While on Council Barrie supported and voted for: • The preservation of natural areas • Balancing density with commercial development • Fire Halls and department upgrades • The Official Community Plan that included Smart growth strategies • The Northeast Area plan • The Southwest Area plan • Preserving the Riverview lands and arboretum
TRANSPORTATION Barrie supports transportation improvements for Coquitlam. Growth without transportation improvements is not an appropriate goal. We must ensure the transportation needs are met while balancing the demand to develop new areas with the need to improve and upgrade our older neighbourhoods. While on Council Barrie supported and voted for: • The Evergreen Line • The Eleanor Ward Bridge • The local road improvement strategy • King Edward Overpass and Cape Horn Interchange improvements
ELECT AGAIN Barrie Lynch for Coquitlam City Councillor Cell: 604-813-7407 Email: brlynch@shaw.ca www.CouncillorBarrieLynch.ca
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Prepare kids to leave home CONT. FROM PAGE 23 It’s a process and an important one. Each year they can do more for themselves and more to help with the running of the house. When we involve our children in all aspects of daily living we are preparing them to become capable adults and we are doing our job.
When we raise children, we are enjoined to give them roots and wings. I imagine most of us at some time have seen a poster with this message, and we believe it. Giving them roots is doing the day-to-day job of parenting. We set limits, determine consequences for misbehaviour, encourage them, have them take responsibility for
decisions and love them. We also enjoy them and have fun. But we also have to give them wings. We must prepare them to fly off on their own, to make their own way. If we have been preparing them for this step throughout their entire childhood we will know they are ready. Sure, we’ll miss them. But
if we have a healthy relationship, they will visit often. And that’s what is supposed to happen once they are out of high school and out of their teens. Kathy Lynn, is a professional speaker, broadcaster, columnist and author. To read more, visit her online at ParentingToday.ca.
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Lions Park is getting an upgrade Work has now begun on a major renovation at PoCo’s Lions Park that will include a new washroom, pathway, plaza and playground. The renovation follows a Lions Park Master Plan process that involved extensive public consultation and addressed topics such as the overall design, amenities and locations of amenities within the park, according to a press release from the city. Work will be taking place from October to May. Crews will be building the new washroom from October to February, and a new promenade pathway and gathering plaza from December to February. Construction of the playground is planned for February to May. The
new playground will retain the iconic tire dragon and include a water spray park, separate play areas for children ages two to five and six to 12, a parent seating plaza and play features that will be accessible by people of all abilities. It will be the first city-owned park to meet the requirements of the new Corporate Accessible Play Spaces Policy, which aims to make new play spaces and equipment on city properties safe and accessible for people of all abilities. The city says renovation of the park is needed because of aging park infrastructure and increasing demands due to growth in the downtown. The park was developed in the 1950s with
the support of funding from the Port Coquitlam Lions. The 2007 Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan included plans to improve the park, and the city has been setting aside funds for this purpose. Visit www.portcoquitlam.ca/lionspark for more information about the Lions Park Master Plan process.
Construction starts on covered bus shelter on Shaughnessy Street The City of Port Coquitlam is also building a new covered bus shelter at the Coast Mountain Bus stop on the east side of Shaughnessy Street at the
corner of McAllister Avenue, where the existing stop is located. The city says this covered shelter “will benefit the many users of this busy stop and enhance Veterans Park and the City Hall complex, as well as further enhancing the downtown core.” To facilitate construction, the current bus stop has temporarily been moved south on Shaughnessy to in front of the clock tower. The parking from Whyte Avenue to McAllister Avenue has been temporarily eliminated to allow the articulated buses to pull into the temporary stop. Construction began last week and will last six to eight weeks (weather permitting).
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PRINCE CHARMING MOLLY This friendly little bird was found flying around Poco.
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We think that Daquiri may have the same father as Babette and her siblings as they look similar and are from the same area of Poco. She is a sweetheart with lots of Spunk! Don’t miss out on this beauty.
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volunteers to get immunized or to wear a mask while at work during flu season. To further protect patients, the health authority is also asking people visiting these facilities to do the same. Masks will be available at nursing stations and/or outpatient reception desks. People planning to visit loved ones in a health care facility or who will take family members to outpatient appointments are also eligible for a free flu shot.
New this year is a nasal spray vaccine, free for eligible children aged two to 17 years old. It is a live vaccine Fraser Health says provides better protection in younger children than the regular flu shot. As it is sprayed into the nose, it has the added advan-
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WEDNESDAY, OCT 23 Nancy Greenall and PoCo Heritage host a Venetian mask-making workshop for people 10 and older, at 6:30 p.m. at Heritage at Leigh Square, 2253 Leigh Square, PoCo. Advance registration is required, and the fee is $22 per person. Call 604-927-8403 or e-mail pocoheritage1@gmail.com to reserve a spot and create a mask for your Halloween masquerade parties. 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 “Use, misuse, abuse — how people become addicted.” 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. This is the first in a 13-week drop-in series that runs Wednesdays from Oct. 23 to Jan. 29. Info: 604-936-3900. Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club meets at 7 p.m. in the McGee Room at the Poirier Community Centre, 630 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. A meeting and a small stamp presentation by members are on tap. Info: www.stampclub.ca or call 604-941-9306. Port Moody Public Library Board hosts a meeting for prospective board members to learn more about what it means to be a trustee, from 7 to 8 p.m. in the ParkLane Room of the library, 100 Newport Dr. The board will have vacancies beginning on Jan. 1, 2014. Info: 604469-4580.
THURSDAY, OCT. 24 Tri-Cities Caregiver Program hosts a caregiver support meeting, 10 to 11:30 a.m., at Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Pine Court, Coquitlam. All caregivers are welcome to attend. Info: Karen
at 778-789-1496. Vancouver Paranormal Society hosts An Introduction to Modern Ghost Hunting, a workshop at the Coquitlam Public Library’s City Centre branch, at 1169 Pinetree Way, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The society has been investigating odd sounds and ghostly apparitions since 1983. Skeptics and believers alike are invited to learn about the society, the equipment used in its investigations and to see some “visual and audio evidence.” To register for this free program, leave a message at 604-937-4155. TOPS BC 2361 holds its weekly meeting, 7 to 8 p.m., at 2083 Shaughnessy St. (in the Co-op room) in PoCo. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a non-profit, non-commercial, affordable weight-loss support organization with more than 10,000 associate chapters across North America. Info: Joe at 604-464-3977.
FRIDAY, OCT. 25 Tri-Cities Caregiver Program hosts a caregiver support meeting, 10 to 11:30 a.m., at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. All caregivers are welcome to attend. Info: Karen at 778-789-1496. Port Moody Farmer’s Market hosts Food Bank Fridays, from 3 to 7 p.m. throughout October at the Port Moody Recreation Complex, 300 Ioco Rd. For $7, market-goers can grab a hot entree, side dish, salad and dessert from vendors, with proceeds going to the SHARE food bank. Residents of 486 McGill Dr. in Port Moody host their annual haunted backyard in support of the Coquitlam Animal Shelter, from 6 to 8 p.m. (6 to 7 p.m. is slighty less scary for smaller children). Visit the graveyard, witch’s circle, monster alley, spider forest, pumpkin patch and haunted house and enjoy a free hot chocolate. The shelter is eager to receive all donations, but
did specify several items this year: Friskies paté (wet and dry) and toys for cats; Lean Cuts food (wet and dry) and toys for dogs (no rawhides, please); chew sticks, rabbit pellets, toys and gift certificates to Thrifty Foods for rabbits.
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MONDAY, OCT. 28 Terry Fox Library presents a free screening
SATURDAY, OCT. 26 Archbishop Carney Regional Secondary School holds its annual Garage Sale Saturday and Sunday (8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sat.) at 1335 Dominion Avenue, PoCo. This is a yearly event to raise funds for new projects and school improvements that benefit the students. An impressive selection of items including household goods, tools, books, Christmas crafts, sporting goods, toys, furniture and more. A concession stand will also be on site. Friends of the Coquitlam Public Library meet at 10:30 a.m. in the boardroom of the library’s Poirier branch, at 575 Poirier St. Info: 604-937-4130. New members welcome. Residents of 486 McGill Dr. in Port Moody host their annual haunted backyard in support of the Coquitlam Animal Shelter, 6 to 8 p.m. (6 to 7 p.m. is slighty less scary for smaller children). Visit the graveyard, witch’s circle, monster alley, spider forest, pumpkin patch and haunted house and enjoy a free hot chocolate. For donation details, see listing under Friday, Oct. 25.
SUNDAY, OCT. 27 Archbishop Carney Regional Secondary School holds its annual Garage Sale Saturday and Sunday (9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sunday) at 1335 Dominion Avenue, PoCo. This is a yearly event to raise funds for new projects and improvement for the school that benefit the students. An impressive selection of items including household goods, tools, books, Christmas crafts, sporting goods, toys, furniture and more.
of the film Pan’s Labyrinth, from Mexico, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. The film tells the story of the bookish young stepdaughter of a sadistic army officer who tries to escape 1944 fascist Spain through an eerie but captivating fantasy world. Info: 604-927-7999.
TUESDAY, OCT 29 SHARE Society offers a free education and support group for parents and caregivers who are concerned about their youth and substance use. The group will run on Tuesdays for eight weeks, from Oct. 22 to Dec. 10, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 2615 Clarke St. in Port Moody. Call 604-937-6969 to sign up.
WEDNESDAY, OCT 30 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 “Medical aspects and effects of alcohol and drug abuse.” 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. This is a 13-week drop-in series that runs Wednesdays until Jan. 29. Info: 604-936-3900. Terry Fox Library presents writer J.J. Lee for a talk on the transformative nature of memoir writing, 7 to 8 p.m. at 2470 Mary Hill Road, PoCo. He will read from his critically acclaimed book The Measure of a Man: The Story of a Father, a Son, and a Suit. Everyone is welcome — registration recommended. Info: 604 927-7999.
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RAVENS, CENTS SACKED To paraphrase an old car rental advertisement, at No. 2 you try harder. The Terry Fox Ravens learned that the hard way last week, when they suffered their first regular season loss of the season, a 19-12 setback to the St. Thomas More Knights. A touchdown with 37 seconds left in the fourth quarter by Coquitlam minor product and STM quarterback Malcolm Lee proved to be the difference. Six turnovers, including on its first two possessions, proved costly for the 3-1 Ravens. Down 12-0, Fox got majors from Jason Shamatutu and Jericho Mendez to briefly tie it. The Ravens host undefeated Lord Tweedsmuir on Friday, 7 p.m. at Percy Perry Stadium. Meanwhile, the Centennial Centaurs fell victim to the Maleek Irons Show in a 63-38 loss to W.J. Mouat. Irons scored six touchdowns while carrying for 462 yards. Centennial made a number of attempts to make it a game, but Mouat answered back each time. J.P. Kalambay scored a pair of rushing majors, while quarterback Nick Okamoto hit both Jordan Kennedy and Jordan Lund with TD passes. Okamoto would also carry the ball in for another. The 2-2 Cents now travel to Kelowna to play winless Rutland on Friday.
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The B.C. Lacrosse Association capped its annual general meeting on Saturday with a celebration of honours in Whistler. Numerous locals were feted with awards, including Coquitlam senior A Adanacs’ trainer Karen Nichol, who was named the Dal Martin Merit Award, while the John Cavallin Merit Award was presented to Port Moody senior B box coach Peter Thomasen, and PoCo and Team B.C. women’s field coach Dan Stroup. For a second year in a row, the PoCo Minor Lacrosse Association carted off the Leon Hall Merit Award, while the Tri-Cities NOW’s Dan Olson was presented with the Norm Wright Merit Award. Picking up BCLA Presidents Awards, which celebrates the spirit of volunteerism, were Coquitlam minor lacrosse’s Angela Del Bianco, Port Moody minor’s Jody di Paola, PoCo minor’s Glenn McLoughlin, and Coquitlam senior Adanacs’ Myron Sywak.
PANTHERS WOES GROW A good start didn’t equate into a win Monday for the Port Moody Panthers junior B hockey club. Goals by Daniel Delbianco and Daniel Obcena gave the struggling Panthers a good jump in the first period, but the North Vancouver Wolf Pack prevailed 3-2 with goals in each period. The shots were 35-35. On Saturday, Port Moody was clobbered 8-0 by the Richmond Sockeyes. The visitors took the lead just 1:09 into the game and rolled from there. The Panthers’ next test comes Friday in Abbotsford, before they return home Saturday to host Aldergrove at the Port Moody Arena.
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Brothers Nathan, right, and Isaac Wadhwani finished one-two in the District cross country championships last week in Coquitlam. The Terry Fox students are now eyeing replicating a similar result in today’s Fraser Valley championships.
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Taking it all in stride, and then some, is just what cross-country runners Nathan Wadhwani and Addy Townsend do. The two posted the fastest times at the District cross country championships last week in their respective categories and pulled away with the Gale Sayers Award as the top senior male and female runners. It also gives the pair a boost of momentum heading into today’s (Wednesday) Fraser Valley championships in Abbotsford. Townsend locked up the top female time by establishing a new personal best of 17.31 minutes on the familiar, 4.7-kilometre Mundy Park course. For Wadhwani, the win came with a neartwo minute lead over his nearest challenger, brother Isaac, also running for Terry Fox. Wadhwani finished the boys 6.3-km course in a time of 21:43 minutes, while his brother placed second in a time of 23:39.
“I had ran a number of mini-meets on the course before, so I knew it well,” said Wadhwani. “Me and my brother train together so I kind of knew he’d be pushing me.” It was just another feather in the teen’s cap, coming on the heels of a strong eighth place showing at the Standford Cross Country Invitational last week in California. In that elite U.S. high school competition, the Fox runner completed the five-km course in 15:26 minutes. Earlier, he topped the South Whidby Invitational, and last month came second at the Sunfair Invitational in Yakima, Wash. — setting the second-fastest time in the race’s 40-year history in the process. Running south of the border hasn’t diminished his desire to win on home turf, however. “In Canada, cross-country isn’t as big as in the U.S. — at Stanford they had something like 3,000 athletes,” he noted. “I definitely prefer to push the pace… I don’t like it when things are slowed down for someone to win with a late kick. “If anyone’s going with me I’m always trying to keep the pace as quick as possible.” For Townsend, the district win was all about setting the table for the big races ahead. “It was pretty good and a personal best, too, by about five or six seconds,” noted the
Dr. Charles Best student athlete. “I wasn’t actually feeling 100 per cent before the race but once it started it kind of went away. It was mostly nerves, I guess.” Townsend, in Grade 11, finished ahead of Grade 12 Olivia Willett of Riverside, who closed out in 17:55 minutes. In the girls event, Townsend grabbed the lead early but was aware of a handful of runners behind her most of the way. She gained some breathing room in the second half. “At the first lap of two kilometres (Willett) was pretty close and had me worried, but on the straight away I really got my stride out and that’s where I get my momentum.” Winning the Sayers Award — named after a retired Port Moody teacher and a huge proponent of cross country — was a great bonus, said Townsend. “It was really nice,” she noted. “I actually have gone to school with (Sayers’) son since elementary and she’s always at the meets, cheering us on.” “It’s pretty cool,” added Wadhwani. “It’s the first time they’ve awarded it so it’s definitely an honour.” Now the aim will be to convert a strong showing in the districts against a larger field CONTINUED ON PAGE 32
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Rockwood eyes big opportunity Dan OLSON sports@thenownews.com Among the many items on Adam Rockwood’s checklist entering this hockey season, a shot at a spot on the Canada West roster was near the top. Mark it down as done, after the Coquitlam Express forward was among 66 players invited to compete at the selection camp in Calgary, Oct. 26 to 30. “I had a feeling I’d get invited, being that I was among the [B.C. Hockey League’s] top scorers,” said Rockwood, 18. “It’s a fiveday camp and if I make it then I’m away until Nov. 10.” He’ll play Thursday in Langley and miss a pair of Express home games, Friday against West Kelowna (7 p.m., at the Poirier Sports Centre) and Sunday’s afternoon match with Chilliwack (2 p.m.). Coquitlam recently settled for a split on the road, beating Trail 5-2 before losing 4-3 in Salmon Arm. In the win, Ryan Rosenthal scored twice and Zach Hodder, making his return after a year in major junior, collected a goal and two assists to pace Coquitlam. Canon Pieper and Joey Santucci also scored, while Pierce Dushenko registered his second win. Against the Silverbacks, Coquitlam took a 3-2 lead midway through the second on Jace Hennig’s marker, but Salmon Arm tied it with a powerplay tally two minutes later. Alex Gillies’ second of the game, early in the third, gave Salmon Arm the win. Corey Mackin and Rosenthal
added the other Express goals. Rockwood, who currently sits in a tie for second in the league scoring race with four goals and 20 assists in 15 games, said the club was close to sweeping both. “We feel we deserved a better outcome in Salmon Arm, and except for a couple of fixable mistakes we almost had it,” he noted. “It wasn’t my best game. Salmon Arm played their best guys against our line and I give them credit, they slowed us down.” Coming off a learning year last season, where he posted six goals and 20 assists over 46 games, the Coquitlam native has jumped to the head of the class — similar to his trajectory in his second major midget year. There, the slight-sized forward made the most of a growth spurt to become the B.C. midget circuit’s top scorer. “Before I came to the Express last year I expected the offence [responsibility] to be placed on my shoulders,” he noted. “It was the same in major midget — I find I play better when guys look for me to produce.” Rockwood will also be in Calgary with two other fellow Coquitlam products — defenceman Viktor Dombrovskiy of the Rivermen, and Merritt forward Jeff Wight. If he makes the Canada West roster, he’ll go to Nova Scotia for the World Junior A Challenge. “I’m really excited to get this chance to battle for a spot… I have full confidence in my team while I’m away, that someone will take it as an opportunity.”
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at today’s Fraser Valleys. “I’m really excited and hoping for a top-five (finish),” said Townsend. “I’ll just do my best and focus on the girls ahead of me.” Here are the District’s top-eight results for both girls and boys: BOYS, Senior — 1st, Nathan Wadhwani, TF (21:43); 2nd Isaac Wadhwani, TF (23:39); 3rd Corey
McTavish, HW (25:16); 4th Geric Coutts, HW; 5th Malcolm Borsoi, HW; 6th Ryan Stein, HW; 7th Pasha Alvani, HW; 8th Richard Groenewald, GL. Junior — 1st Nathaniel Kang, PI (24:42); 2nd Ethan Kazemir, RIV (25:06); 3rd Matt Fogliato, PM (25:18); 4th Joel Ahn, CB; 5th Luke Trainor, AC; 6th Josh Spence, HW; 7th Foster Dolling, RI; 8th Kearro Chow, PI. GIRLS, Senior — 1st Olivia Willett, RI
(17:55); 2nd Ninke Kruger, HW (20:23); 3rd Carlie Robinson, RI (20:31); 4th Alex Patey, CB; 5th Alyssa Lum, CB; 6th Jamie Kukowicz, CB; 7th Michelle Samaei, PI; 8th Grace Tsang, CE. Junior — 1st Addy Townsend, CB (17:31); 2nd Mikaela Smart, AC (19:48); 3rd Gabby Thompson, CB (20:29); 4th Reina Cho, CB; 5th Jamie Sicotte, CB; 6th Amanda Stanyer, RI; 7th Breanna Murko, RI; 8th Shiho Ishikawa, RI.
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