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About 300 people turned out to a rally Friday to press the province for more education funding.

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EDUCATION FUNDING ISSUE HEATING UP IN TRI-CITIES

Jeremy DEUTSCH

jdeutsch@thenownews.com Even after several hundred parents turned out to a rally in Port Moody to voice their concerns over education funding, the group behind the event isn’t done.

Lisa Cable with Parents4BC, which formed within the last couple of weeks in light of funding concerns in School District 43, said her group plans to step up its campaign in the coming weeks.

The group is putting together a website, and

inviting parents and teachers from around the province to submit their stories about the education system. Cable said the submissions will be gathered in the next few weeks and then delivered to the legislature. The website is still under construction.

“The fact is, I keep hearing from parents all around the province that are saying it’s [education funding] not working and we have to fix it,” she told the Tri-Cities NOW, noting the group she started wants to keep the momentum from the rally going.

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Fire destroys library’s Book Bus REPLACEMENT VEHICLE COULD COST $150,000, COQUITLAM LIBRARY DIRECTOR SAYS

Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com For several years, the Coquitlam Public Library’s Book Bus has been providing library books and programs throughout the community.

But the popular mobile service is now in jeopardy after a weekend fire destroyed the vehicle.

Fire crews were called out to the library’s City Centre Branch on Pinetree Way just before 2 p.m. Saturday after the sprinkler system in the parking garage was set off.

It turns out the Book Bus had caught fire.

Fire chief Wade Pierlot said the fire appears to have started in the engine block, and is not considered suspicious. However, the vehicle was destroyed.

The 1992 converted Econo Van had just returned from a run before it caught fire.

The fire chief noted the

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An engine fire destroyed the Coquitlam Public Library’s Book Bus on Saturday afternoon. building’s sprinkler system put out most of the flames before crews arrived.

The blaze also caused smoke and water damage to a parking area of the library

and forced the evacuation of the building.

No one was injured in the incident.

The estimated loss of the vehicle and its contents, as

well as damage to the park- dard van couldn’t be used for ing area, will be in the thou- the service, noting the vehicle would have to be reinforced sands.

The vehicle alone was to handle the weight of the books. insured for $30,000.

The library But the purchased the library’s dirused Book Bus ector, Todd a few years Gnissios, noted back and it the vehicle This is pretty was providcontained at devastating. ing service least double to the Burke that value in – Todd Gnissios, Mountain and the form of Coquitlam Public C ot to nwo o d t e c h n o l o g y, Library Director areas of the equipment city. and material Gnissios at the time of saidthelibrary the fire. was consider“This is ing expanding pretty devastating,” he told the Tri-Cities the program and looking at NOW, adding everything in making the vehicle wheelchair accessible so it could be the vehicle was destroyed.

The library does have used at seniors’ homes.

“We get more positive cominsurance for both the van ments about the bookmobile and the building.

However, a new Book Bus than all of our other services combined,” he said, notcould cost six figures.

Gnissios explained a stan- ing the cost of a new vehicle

could be $150,000.

“People who use the bookmobile just find it’s an amazing service.”

In the meantime, Gnissios said he’s working on a contingency plan to get some form of the service, albeit reduced, running for the next scheduled outing tomorrow (Thursday).

As for the future of the Book Bus program, he said he would be sending a report with the replacement costs and some options to the library board for consideration.

“It is taxpayers’ money and it comes down to, is there a will for this type of service?” he asked.

Gnissios suggested if the library has to go out to the community to raise funds for a new Book Bus, it could be a significant amount of time before the service is fully restored. twitter.com/jertricitiesnow

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the department.

The auxiliaries are also used for fire watch jdeutsch@thenownews.com at the scene, but even that task makes the Long before fighting fires became a profes- chief uncomfortable since the gear they use sion, auxiliary firefighters were serving the isn’t the same as that of the regular crew.

The chief also sees auxiliary members helpCity of Coquitlam. ing with recruitment and community outBut their role could soon be changing. reach, providing opportunCoquitlam Fire and Rescue ities for both younger and Chief Wade Pierlot said the older people to join. department is contemplatPierlot said the impetus for ing expanding the role of the the change is to recognize department’s auxiliary memcurrent safety regulations in bers. the workplace.

And contrary to what might And change for the auxbe rumoured in the communiliary unit wouldn’t exactly be ity, he said there is no intention new in the community. of doing away with auxiliary Auxiliary firefighters were members. the norm until 1968, when “I see them as a great part of professional firefighters were our organization here,” the fire hired. chief told the Tri-Cities NOW. In 2006, their role changed “For them to continue, we again when career firefighters have to expand their role and covered the entire city, and expand exposure to the commost recently in 2011 when munity.” their numbers were scaled However, Pierlot doesn’t see back at the expense of better the auxiliary’s current role as compensation and benefits sustainable.

I see them as and gear improvements.

He said he wants the auxa great part of There were 45 auxiliary iliaries to help with victim sermembers before 2011, when vices, evacuations and logisour organization the number dropped to 30. tics, not just at fires but all here.

Now Pierlot said there are kinds of calls the department 14 members still with the handles, including hazardous – Coquitlam Fire department. Some auxiliaries material calls and major medChief Wade Pierlot have gone on to become proical scenes. fessional firefighters with the Currently, the auxiliary city while others have moved firefighters’ primary role is to on to other communities. bring different types of equipHe suggested the proposed changes are ment and apparatus to a fire and help with still in the preliminary stage, pointing out he hoses and setting up ladders.

Auxiliary members, who are paid and intends to speak to the auxiliary members receive benefits, are not trained or allowed to themselves, as well as city council. twitter.com/jertricitiesnow go into a fire, like the professional group with

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Hundreds of parents rally at MLA’s office PARENTS4BC AIMS TO STEP UP PRESSURE ON PROVINCE FOR MORE SCHOOL FUNDS

CONT. FROM PAGE 1 “Change takes time and change takes effort.”

Parents4BC is also asking parents to write their local MLA, the minister of education and the premier to voice their frustration.

As for the rally last Friday, Cable is pleased by the turnout, especially since it was put together in less than a week.

Hundreds of parents rallied in front of Port MoodyCoquitlam MLA Linda Reimer’s constituency office, sparked by impending budget cuts in the district.

The district is dealing with a $13.4-million operat-

ing shortfall for the 2014-15 school year, with officials blaming the deficit in part on inflation and systemic cuts by the province.

The point of the rally, according to the group, was to send a message to the provincial government.

“I think the feeling from the parents is frustration,” Cable said.

“We feel like things are getting worse, kids are being impacted and yet we feel helpless to do anything.”

Reimer was in attendance and addressed the crowd, and suggested she would report back to the education minister with the parents’ concerns.

Cable said she genuinely feels the MLA understands that parents are upset, but isn’t sure how much of an impact it will have.

Coquitlam Teachers’ Association president Charley King said he was pleased to see so many parents expressing their concerns over what’s been going on in the district.

He’s hoping to see similar events and attention brought to the issue in the future.

“If the public keeps up the pressure, they’ll [government] have to listen,” he said.

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May 10 is Port Moody’s City-Wide Garage Sale!

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We want to hear from you! Sellers, take photos of your most unusual items, and tag it with #pomogaragesale on social media. Savvy buyers, do the same thing with your best garage sale finds! You can also find a garage sale map online at www.portmoody.ca/garagesale.

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logistics: having a permanent jkurucz@thenownews.com power source, stage and seatA permanent festival site ing, and a safer and more complete with an amphithe- accessible venue.

It was argued Monday movatre and a stage overlooking Lafarge ing festivals Lake could to and from be coming to Percy Perry Coquitlam in Stadium could No question, the not-toohave long-lastdistant future. ing negative we have to find The idea effects on the a permanent of creating a stadium’s turf event site in permanentfessurface. tival site was “I think order to run discussed durthat all makes events the way ing Monday’s sense for the they ought to be l o n g - t e r m council-incommittee vision of the run. meeting, as park, particu– Raul Allueva council finallarly if we try ized the to hold more details for this year’s Canada community events, cultural Day festivities. The rationale events and sporting events,” for shifting to a permanent said Coun. Craig Hodge. site is largely based around CONTINUED ON PAGE 7

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Interested vendors can submit their applications by 2pm local time on May 14, 2014. Download detailed specifications and requirements of this bid under “Bid Opportunities” at www.portmoody.ca/bids.

About Rocky Point Park: Located at the north end of Moody Street and the Burrard Inlet, this active park contains an outdoor swimming pool, walking and cycling trails, a fine dining restaurant, a picnic area and a well equipped children’s play area, as well as a high volume boat launch and parking facilities. With more than three kilometers of shoreline park space, walking and cycling trials, Rocky Point Park is a major access point for users, locals and visitors alike.

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y That larger festival site dcould be used to accommo-date a handful of large-scale emarquee events coming up in ethe next three years: the B.C. fSummer Games and the city’s 125th birthday both fall in k2016, while Canada’s 150th sbirthday is set for 2017. e “No question, we have to mfind a permanent event site ein order to run events the way -they ought to be run,” said yRaul Allueva, the city’s acting emanager of parks, recreation land culture. ”

More complete plans to focus on that long-term vision will likely come up as the city finalizes its master plan for Town Centre Park later this year or in early 2015.

As for this year’s premiere city festival, Canada Day festivities will kick off at noon and wrap up with a fireworks display around 10 p.m. About 150 community groups, artists and businesses are planning to take part.

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This year we are celebrating the 91st Anniversary of Port Coquitlam’s May Day Celebrations!

On the heels of a spectacular centennial year jam-packed with fun for the entire family, this year’s May Day Festival will bring our community together once again to celebrate our PoCo pride! The unique flavour and tradition of our City’s May Day Festival has remained consistent over the past decades; it provides us with an opportunity to come together, embrace our vibrant history and cherish our small town charm!

The May Day Task Force, together with the Parks and Recreation Department, have organized another fabulous week of activities!

Each year, local children and adults contribute thousands of volunteer hours to help preserve and celebrate this wonderful community tradition.

We hope that you were able to join us for the kick-start of the week-long festival at the Opening Ceremonies on May 2nd that featured Maypole Dancing from seven different local schools; the festivities wrap-up with Mother’s Day in Lions Park on May 11th.

Of course, what celebration would be complete without a parade, and the Rotary May Day Parade on Saturday, May 10th is certainly no exception. The parade begins at 11 a.m. and is guaranteed to be a fun-filled day of music, floats, marching bands and entertainment for the entire family!

Further details can be found on the City’s website, our Facebook page and in your local newspapers.

On behalf of City Council and the citizens of Port Coquitlam, I offer our heartfelt thanks to the May Day Task Force, our community sponsors, City staff and the many volunteers that make May Day so very special!

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n Saturday, a fire destroyed the Coquitlam Public Library’s Book Bus. There was nothing nefarious about the incident, according to fire officials. The vehicle had just returned from a run and its engine block simply caught fire.

But the ensuing blaze not only destroyed the 22-year-old van, but the contents within.

As library director Todd Gnissios stated, the loss of the Book Bus is a huge blow to the library and its ability to meet the needs of the entire community.

And we couldn’t agree more.

The bus serves the communities of Cottonwood and Burke Mountain — both far from library branches — and in 2013 the service had 4,579 patrons, while circulating 13,649 items.

There were even plans in the works to make the bus wheelchair accessible so it could serve the various seniors’ homes in the city.

With the Book Bus out of service, it could mean thousands in the community will have a difficult time getting their hands on a good book to read.

And not everyone has access to a fancy tablet to do their nighttime reading on.

Library officials estimate the loss could be in the tens of thousands of dollars, and the replacement cost could hit six figures.

In the meantime, library officials will be offering limited Book Bus service for a few weeks, while the library board decides its future.

But as the library director noted, funding for the replacement of the Book Bus will require government and community support.

Indeed it will, and we hope both will step up to ensure this valuable service doesn’t disappear.

SOLICITORS — PLEASE DON’T KNOCK ON MY DOOR THIS SUMMER I am not a mean person, and I do not like to have an attitude or be rude to people, but as the weather gets warmer I find a huge increase in people coming to my door asking for donations or wanting to “save” me from the upcoming apocalypse.

In order to stop them I had a gate erected at the entrance to my porch.

That didn’t work. I then posted signs on the gate which clearly state “no entrance” and another which says “no soliciting.” That is not working.

I am sad that I need to keep my blinds drawn and peek my head around the corner when someone knocks on the doors just in case they catch a glimpse of me because they will keep knocking forever when they know I am here.

Just so the people in question are aware: I know where all the churches are in my neighbourhood and I also know how to donate money to the charity of my choice without you coming to my house to remind me how to accomplish those tasks.

Some people may enjoy these disruptions, but I am not one of those. Please be respectful of signs posted. I don’t want to be stuck in a dark house all summer.

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Who is John Horgan?

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ohn who?

That question frames one of the more immediate challenges facing newly installed NDP leader John Horgan.

Quite simply, most potential voters likely don’t even know who he is. Few politicians are household names, and the ones at the bottom of the name-recognition list are invariably members of the Opposition, not the government.

He may be well-known among the 20,000-odd members of his own party and among the relatively small group of folks who religiously follow politics, but the fact is more than 1.5 million people vote in provincial elections in this province and the vast majority of them likely don’t know him or anything about him.

Of course, now that he has assumed the leadership helm from Adrian Dix, Horgan’s profile will begin to build. The job brings with it an automatic increase in media coverage (and scrutiny, so it can be a double-edged sword), which means he’ll get more television facetime. However, I detect a continuing disconnect out there with the public when it comes to politics and much of the “insider baseball” issues that consume its culture. There remains a hangover that was created after what was essentially a marathon non-stop campaign waged by Christy Clark and Dix since they won their party leadership jobs in 2011.

That will make it harder for Horgan to penetrate the public consciousness, at least for a while. But there are three years yet before the next provincial election, so time is on his side.

So how will Horgan proceed? Look for him to stress economic issues more than social ones, as he tries to establish some credibility in that area for the NDP. A new Angus Reid poll (I know, I

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know, what use are polls these days?

But this wasn’t a “horse-race” poll) found that 62 per cent of people would more likely vote for the NDP if it strengthened its focus on economic issues, compared to just 48 per cent who said stronger environmental policies were more attractive.

But here’s where things may get sticky for Horgan. The same Angus Reid poll found NDP voters (as opposed to all voters) were much more in favour of stronger environmental policies than having more support for natural resource industries (71 per cent versus 48 per cent). Further, about 20 per cent of those who vote NDP say they would be less likely to vote for the party if it was a stronger backer of those industries.

Horgan’s political DNA when it comes to support for natural resource industries is well-established (he worked for former NDP premier Dan Miller, arguably the strongest backer of industry in the NDP government of the 1990s).

He is not opposed to fracking, for example, and I wouldn’t be surprised if he tries to nudge his party into being more supportive of mining and even the Site C dam.

But if he moves his party more to the political centre, and towards a stronger backing of industry, he runs the risk of alienating and possibly even losing the support of NDP voters who value strong-

er environmental policies over pretty well anything else.

Of course, if Horgan can attract enough “soft” B.C . Liberal voters, or votes from folks who don’t usually vote, he can afford to shed that green wing of his party. Either way, it’s going to be a tough balancing act for the new NDP leader.

Premier Clark is fond of saying British Columbians want to find a way to say “yes” to all kinds of industrial projects, but the NDP’s own backers are much more ready to continue to say “no” more often than not.

The B.C. Liberals have found the “sweet spot” on this issue and show no sign of losing ground. Horgan now has three years to find that sweet spot for his party, and it seems like a Herculean task right now.

But with the leadership monkey now off the party’s back, the NDP can finally begin to sort itself out. Horgan will likely bring a focus, passion and energy to a party that lacks all three attributes at the moment.

And in doing so, he’ll gradually get most people to stop asking “John who?” when they hear his name. The next and more difficult trick will be getting folks to say “yes” when he asks for their vote.

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LETTERS INCREASE STYROFOAM RECYCLING

Now that Coquitlam residents can take white Styrofoam products to Wastech for free recycling, it would be helpful if the city would encourage all merchants to cease the use of black or other colours of Styrofoam in the packaging of their wares.

I have asked the manager of IGA’s meat department to stop using black Styrofoam in the packaging of meat and fish products. It is very important that the city show leadership in this matter.

Unless we all take the problem of garbage disposal seriously, the appropriate methods of recycling will never succeed.

How hard can this be?

Helen Brown Coquitlam

SUPPORT SCHOOLS I am writing as a disgruntled grandparent and parent about the state of education in School District 43 and in the province.

I have a five-year-old granddaughter who has just entered the

system as a kindergarten student.

I have raised two children (now in their 30s) who graduated from Coquitlam schools.

My granddaughter’s experience, sadly, will be vastly different from theirs if funding and poor support for education continues going in the direction it is.

At my granddaughter’s school next year there may be no librarian, counselling or psychological services, very limited access to hearing and speech pathologists, larger classes with much more limited access to special help, learning centre and gifted programs (if any) and a very long list of school supplies for parents to buy in September due to a nonexistent supply budget.

What a contrast to the experience my children had, with ample access to all kinds of educational services and an abundance of rich extracurricular sports and cultural activities.

I believe our province’s greatest resource is its people. Investing in our young people’s education is investing in our future. In the words of Nelson Mandela: “A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination.

But when you add to that a literate tongue or pen, then you have something very special.”

Over the last decade or so there have been many cuts to education. Some probably needed to be made to help keep our economy on an even keel after the 2008 recession. However, we have reached a point where further cuts will irreparably damage the system and then there will be years of recovery.

I don’t think any of our students deserve to be caught in a “catchup lag” nor would that be good for our society as a whole.

School District 43 is suffering from a double whammy of provincial underfunding and the mysterious appearance last year of a large deficit. Early budget cut proposals eliminated 163 teaching and support positions while adding three new management

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This makes little sense to me. Shouldn’t cuts be made, at least proportionally, at the top?

Shouldn’t priority be given to people who work directly with our children in classrooms? The board has since rescinded one managerial position and instituted some board office cuts. A good start, but is it enough?

I think now is the time for parents, teachers, support staff, school administrators, district administrators and trustees to work together to set clear priorities for this district and to convince the provincial government that a re-balancing of economic priorities is needed.

Sheila Marshall Port Coquitlam

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should be and how they should be paid for.

The working group was formed by the mayors’ council on regional transportation in late In the next few weeks, Metro Vancouver February. politicians will unveil their transportation It came about after Metro Vancouver mayvision for the region. ors sent a letter to the transportation minister While the chair of the working group tasked asking the province to consider all the fundwith developing the plan isn’t ready to tip his ing sources outlined in a 2011 memorandum hat on exactly what’s contained in the plan, of understanding — including a vehicle levy, Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg regional sales tax, carbon tax Moore hopes it will be well and road pricing and related received by the government, bridge tolling. but especially by taxpayers.

The group was hoping to “They’re the ones that are We have to look have the plan ready by mid going to have to go to a referApril, but Moore noted loose at what will endum,” he told the Tri-Cities ends are currently being tied work here and NOW. “What we’re doing is up. The plan is expected to we’re the ones developing the be released within a couple of what are good service plan and the funding weeks. policies. based on good transportation While the plan may be – PoCo Mayor policies as well as good funding regional, the PoCo mayor policies. argued local residents in his Greg Moore “If you do that, everything own city and in the Tri-Cities as should build on that and that a whole have a reason to take should be a good foundation interest. for building a 30-year vision and a 10-year Moore, who uses the bus service, said in implementation.” the Tri-Cities there is a desire for more transit He cautioned that the working group isn’t service and better connections. designing the plan to make sure everyone gets “I think people want to take the bus, they something or looking at what kind of funding want to be able to ride their bike and walk, but might have worked elsewhere. the service isn’t that great,” he said.

“We have to look at what will work here and Moore argued that more than one million what are good policies,” Moore said. people are expected to move into the Metro While he wouldn’t give details, he said the Vancouver region in the next quarter century, 10-year plan is essentially looking at what he and governments can’t just keep building called “pillars” — the cost to maintain current more roads. service levels, where enhancements in service — with a file from the Vancouver Sun jdeutsch@thenownews.com

Honouring those who serve with distinction The City of Coquitlam would like to congratulate Don Cunnings on becoming the 11th individual to receive Freedom of the City.

The City’s highest honour, Freedom of the City is reserved for individuals who have made outstanding long-term contributions to our community.

Don Cunnings has served the City of Coquitlam for many decades as a City employee; through his work in the areas of education, search and rescue, heritage conservation, physical education and recreation; and through his numerous volunteer efforts.

He now joins the distinguished ranks of these other exceptional individuals: • • • • •

Fern Bouvier Dorothy Fleming Rene Gamache Jean Lambert Eunice Parker

• • • • •

Reverend John Davies Larry Fleming Dr. J. Crosby Johnston Bob McNary Leonore Peyton

All of these Freedom of the City recipients are examples of what can be achieved with leadership, commitment and vision.

Coquitlam Celebrates

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Water is such an important part of our lives, and sometimes we forget about where it comes from and how lucky we are to receive clean water.

BC Drinking Water Week celebrates the high-quality drinking water we have in Coquitlam.

Please join the City of Coquitlam in recognizing and thanking these individuals for their contributions and service.

Drinking Water Week Colouring Contest

For more information, visit coquitlam.ca/freedom

Drinking Water Week Tent at the Coquitlam Farmers Market

All Freedom of the City recipients have received a special lapel pin to highlight their status. If you see someone wearing this pin, please be sure to acknowledge the tremendous contributions they’ve made to our city.

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Jeremy DEUTSCH jdeutsch@thenownews.com Typically, events celebrating Youth Week in Port Moody involve an athletic endeavour, some form of competition and a little socializing.

But one event planned for this week, which runs from May 1 to 7, appears to have met its end.

Organizers decided to drop a “casino night” after receiving a complaint from a member of the community.

The event was to take place tonight (Wednesday).

Mayor Mike Clay noted events for Youth Week are facilitated by the city’s Youth

Focus Committee, which is made up of young people and youth service staff.

He said similar casino nights have gone on without any negative feedback.

“For me, if the kids are organizing something and it’s something they want to do, if it’s not super destructive then we let them plan their events and it helps bring the kids together to do something fun,” he said, pointing out real money is never used in a casino event.

Instead, Clay described the night as a “social event” that includes pizza, chips and some social interaction between the committee members and the other youth and adults who attend.

The feedback that sparked the change came from Anmore resident and TriCities business owner Fred Soofi. In a letter to the TriCities NOW, he suggested

it’s irresponsible to promote gambling to youth and called on organizers to cancel the event.

Following the decision to cancel it, Soofi indicated in a second letter he was pleased with the change.

Clay also welcomed the committee’s decision to pass on casino night.

“While the casino night is an idea that originated with the committee, I’m pleased that they have reacted constructively to a concern from the community and are continuing with their other outreach activities,” he said.

The mayor also said he hopes the idea doesn’t draw negative attention to the group and would prefer the focus be on other events that he argued showcase the great work of youth in the community.

As for the future, Clay said he suspects staff and the com-

mittee will be more sensitive in picking next year’s Youth Week events, adding it’s unlikely they’ll choose a casino night again.

Some of the other events that took place through Youth Week, which wrapped up today, include the Reach Awards, a pancake breakfast for seniors, a youth “skate jam” and a soccer match involving kids and members of the police and fire departments. #TRASHTALK

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Trucking firms want new routes

COMPANIES ASK COQUITLAM FOR CHANGES

John KURUCZ jkurucz@thenownews.com A pair of Coquitlam businesses are demanding changes to the city’s truck route bylaws, suggesting the current regulations give a competitive advantage to companies from other cities.

Representatives from Allard Contractors Ltd. and Jack Cewe Ltd. appeared before council in committee Monday to ask for changes to truck routes stemming from the gravel pits on the northern stretches of Pipeline Road.

Allard Contractors vicepresident Jim Allard asked for two variances to help his trucks get around congestion associated with the Evergreen Line and Port Mann/Highway 1 construction. The variance would last until the end of this year, or until Evergreen construction is finished.

One of the projects his company is currently involved in is the re-construction of Centennial Secondary. He noted that current bylaws force his trucks to loop

around Riverview Hospital and back up along the southern stretches of Mariner Way. From there the trucks head west along Austin Avenue, before returning along Poirier Street and King Albert Avenue.

The ideal fix, according to Allard, would allow truck traffic to turn off Pipeline onto Johnson Street, up Mariner and onto Como Lake Avenue.

From there, the trucks would move southbound on Poirier and onto Winslow Avenue.

Allard suggested only Coquitlam-based businesses are subject to the current bylaws, and constructionrelated companies from other cities are permitted to use other routes.

“We’re a Coquitlam business and we demand to be treated equitably and fairly as everybody else does,” Allard said.

But city staff and some councillors had reservations around both of the proposed routes, noting that Johnson Street in particular is situated near seniors’ homes, pedestrian traffic and a ser-

ies of crosswalks. On top of those factors, the pavement on Johnson isn’t as durable as the material found on Pipeline.

Jozsef Dioszeghy, the city’s manager of engineering, suggested the shift to Johnson is “viable, but there are consequences,” including the land uses around the road and its configuration.

The requested change near Centennial Secondary, however, seemed to be a non-starter. Councillors and city staff opposed it due to landscaping and other area service improvements along Poirier between Foster and Winslow avenues.

“When we heard the councillors say that they’ve rebuilt Poirier between Foster and Winslow, well, we don’t drive on the curb or on the landscaping,” Allard said in an interview Tuesday. “We drive on the travel portion on the road. They’re talking about us doing damage to this stuff?

They’ve got to be nuts.”

Staff agreed to study the proposals and report back to council and both companies.

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jkurucz@thenownews.com Academia, public service, philanthropy and physical fitness — there aren’t many walks of life Don Cunnings hasn’t touched in his more than 50 years in Coquitlam.

On Monday, the former long-time city staff member received Coquitlam’s highest honour, the Freedom of the City, before a standing room only crowd in council Don Cunnings chambers.

Cunnings became the 11th person to receive the distinc- also helped establish the first tion and joins other noted Coquitlam Search and Rescue team in 1973. residents like “We’re very Jean Lambert, fortunate in Fern Bouvier Coquitlam to and Eunice I know we have have many Parker. citizens who “I sincerely some good make subwish to thank department stantial concouncil for heads, but I tributions to this unbelievable honour,” don’t think we’ll our city,” said Mayor Richard Cunnings said ever, ever have Stewart.

Monday. [one] like Don “But every Cunnings so often, the worked for the Cunnings. dedication city from 1955 – Coun. Lou Sekora and effort of until 1994, certain indiand served as Coquitlam’s first director of viduals will not only leave an parks and leisure services. He indelible mark on the fabric

of our community, but will bring honour and recognition to our entire city.”

Cunnings’ work, whether paid or unpaid, stretched well beyond the city’s borders. He helped found the B.C. Recreation Association, and served on boards for the Canadian Association of Physical Education, Health Education and Recreation, the Coquitlam Heritage Society and Douglas College.

A city field was named after him in 1999, and Cunnings has received numerous awards for his volunteerism and accomplishments, including the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2012.

Having worked together for more than a decade, Coun.

Lou Sekora said Cunnings is “probably the most respected person that I know.”

“Don Cunnings was a mover and shaker and really could get things done,” Sekora said.

“I know we have some good department heads, but I don’t think we’ll ever, ever have a department head like Don Cunnings.” twitter.com/johnkurucz

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Walk to get creative

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recently wrote of the many benefits of regular physical activity.

These include improvements in cardiovascular fitness, sleep quality, mood and anxiety levels and reductions in the risks for heart disease, stroke, diabetes and osteoporosis.

So you won’t be surprised when your doctor writes you a prescription for exercise.

You might be if your teacher or boss tells you to take a hike — all for the sake of creativity.

A recent study at Stanford University has shown that we are more creative while walking than when we are sitting. In their study published recently in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Learning, Memory and Cognition, coauthors Marily Oppezzo and Daniel Schwartz looked at the immediate effect of walking on performance in standardized tests of divergent thinking. They tested 176 college students and other adults in four experiments after they had walked indoors on a treadmill, sat indoors, walked outdoors or sat in a wheelchair while they were

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Dr. Davidicus Wong pushed along the same path.

Divergent thinking involves generating creative ideas by exploring possible solutions. It is essential for brainstorming — the free flow of ideas we need before we can begin to write an essay or story, solve a problem or collaborate as a group.

In the Stanford study, subjects were asked to come up with alternate uses for a specific object and to generate complex analogies to specific phrases.

Walking — either indoors or outdoors — resulted in significantly more creative responses than sitting.

Creative thinking isn’t just for artists, writers and students. It can benefit every aspect of our lives. Our most troublesome problems seem to come up over and

over again. Divergent thinking can help us generate new approaches to those problems. It can help us reimagine and reinvent our lives. It can open the window to new possibilities.

In B.C., doctors are connecting with their patients in creative new ways.

Recently, I had a 90-minute group medical visit with 15 of my long-time patients, all living with chronic pain.

This alternative way of serving my patients allowed me the time to share new approaches to the challenges of their conditions.

I introduced the concept of neuroplasticity — how the function of different areas of the brain and the connections between neurons can change and adapt to new learning. I was able to teach them mindfulness meditation, the principles of cognitive therapy (how we can change both our emotional states and our perception of pain by changing our thoughts) and the practice of self-hypnosis.

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Sun Star on the rise on Austin Ave. Formerly the Austin Heights Diner for the last 26 years, the eatery on Austin Avenue at Mundy Street now boasts a fresh, vibrant look under new owner Heidi Fang, proudly supported by several original staff members.

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crab tank, with live crabs on special at $16.99/each.

As well as the previous name, gone also from the venue is the restaurant’s former greasy spoon rest-stop look, along with its old furniture and stem/flat/plate ware.

In its place are homey, comfortable, dark wood finishes, chairs and tables.

Fang has the Sun Star fully licensed and staff speak a variety of English, Mandarin and Cantonese.

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3001 Albion Drive 3303 Abbey Lane 3005 Albion Drive 1563 Alpine Lane 1458 Avondale Street 3300 Bayswater Avenue 3301 Bayswater Avenue 3326 Bayswater Avenue 2557 Bluebell Avenue 3041 BristleCone Court 3312 Caliente Place 1218 Dupont Place

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3233 Harwood Avenue 2621 Harrier Drive 1024 Hibbard Avenue 1257 Hornby Street 808 Ingersoll Avenue #8-1174 Inlet Street 968 Jarvis Street 820 Kelvin Street 876 Kelvin Street 936 Kelvin Street 24-1125 Kensal Palce 944 Lillian Street 1209 Luxton Square

916 MacIntosh Street 899 Merritt Street 931 Merritt Street 2041 Mohawk Avenue 1221 Nestor Street 647 Nicola Avenue 875 Oakview Street 1026 Palmdale Street 877 Pinebrooke Place 914 Porter Street 2349 Ralston Court 985 Saddle Street 3239 Salt Spring Avenue

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PoCo offers Waste-Line app for residents More than 300 Port Coquitlam residents have already accessed the city’s new PoCo Waste-Line smartphone app, a one-stop resource for waste information, according to the city.

Launched in April, PoCo Waste-Line is a customized waste collection reminder tool with a variety of other features that help residents manage their waste. It is available for free through the iTunes App store, Google Play or through a link at www. portcoquitlam.ca/wasteline.

“This new app is a great new online tool for our community,” Mayor Greg Moore said in a press release.

“It’s another way that we’re taking advantage of technology that many people are already using — smartphones — to help our residents connect to city services.

And from the initial uptake, it’s clear people like the concept.”

The new app allows users to import a personalized collection schedule into their online calendar, view and print their personalized schedule, sign up for personalized collection reminders, stay up to date about any changes to the collection schedule or service, report a problem with any city service (e.g. a missed pickup, a pothole or a malfunctioning streetlight), and receive emergency notifications from the city. PoCo Waste-Line also helps residents watch their waste-line, by providing tips on how to sort garbage, green waste and recycling. The city promotes proper waste sorting to not only send less to the landfill, but avoid fines that are ultimately paid by taxpayers.

convenient place,” said Coun.

Darrell Penner. “Now, wherever you are, you can look up

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your collection schedule and do a better job of managing you waste. You never have to

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ting chores to music or competing against one another to see who gets their task done first or the best.

• Compete in the pool.

Swimming is a low-impact activity that works many muscles in the body. Taking a dip in the pool can be both relaxing and beneficial to your health. Compete with family members to make the most of the time spent in the water. Host relay swimming races, see how long each member of the family can tread water or create any other competitions that keep everyone in the pool moving.

• Create an outdoor obstacle course. Set up a series of obstacles in your yard and host your own triathlon.

You can jump through tires, climb through tubes and scale trees. Make it fun by having adults try to ride tricycles or pair up an adult with a child for sack races. The opportunities for fun are only hampered by your imagination.

• Go for family bicycle rides. Traverse your neighbourhood or blaze new trails by riding bikes together. Young children can be strapped into trailers that are

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trail that may not be level and push everyone’s endurance to the test.

• Hit the dance floor. If you’ve been invited to a wedding or a Sweet 16 party, cut a rug and take advantage of the DJ and dance floor. When enjoying yourselves, you probably won’t even realize how much you’re exercising.

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• Stroll the beach. Walking or running on sand offers more resistance than walking on pavement. Take a stroll at the seaside. Break up the walk by collecting shells or stopping by the water to

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The Coquitlam Public Library has expanded its services with new digital ebooks for children.

Ebooks allow access to books anytime, anywhere.

Borrowers no longer have to carry a pile of books on holiday as multiple ebooks can be downloaded onto an elec-

tronic device within minutes.

The new site provides a safe and easy browsing experience for kids, according to a press release. Better yet, ebooks are never lost or damaged — they expire automatically, so borrowers don’t need to worry about late fees.

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Visit www.coqlibrary.ca and follow the links for the eReading Room for Kids to see the newest collection.

This service, powered by OverDrive, is free for users with a library card.

For more information, call the Poirier branch at 604937-4144 or the City Centre branch at 604-554-7330 or visit www.coqlibrary.ca.

requests for ebooks from both parents and children.

Our new collection will focus on books for children in grades three to six,” said Barbara Weston, youth services coordinator. “We’re very excited to expand our children’s collection outside the library’s walls.”

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PoCo welcomes fibre optic installation “We’re really excited about this pilot project as access to this technology will help spur growth and create opportunities in Port Coquitlam, now and in the future,” Mayor Greg Moore said.

“Our residents and businesses alike will benefit from the faster Internet speeds and the state-of-the-art communications and entertainment services that are possible with fibre optics.”

Fibre optic networks consist of flexible, transparent glass fibres, along which large volumes of data can be transmitted at the speed of light.

The extra capacity provided by fibre creates a richer and fuller Internet experience, allow-

More than 90 per cent of all homes and businesses in PoCo will be linked to fibre optic technology this year through a Telus pilot project, the city announced recently.

Starting last month, “Telus began rolling out a fibre-to-the-premises project that will bring greater information-sharing, entertainment, education, health-care and business opportunities to the community through the faster Internet connection provided by fibre optics,” a press release stated.

Company representatives have started going door-to-door requesting permission from home and business owners to connect properties to the network at no cost and no obligation.

ing for higher quality video, clean and clear sound transmissions, and the ability to move large files effortlessly.

Other communities with fibre optic networks have seen new services and businesses, more work-from-home opportunities, distance learning and other benefits. Some fibre-connected communities have even become hubs for high-tech businesses.

“Faster and better Internet access is becoming more and more important to businesses,” said Coun. Mike Forrest, who chairs the city’s Smart Growth Committee.

“The new fibre optic network will allow our businesses to serve their customers better, to be more competitive and to take advantage of

new opportunities.”

The installations will take place over a number of months.

The fibre optic network is being installed through either overhead lines or underground conduits, similar to the copper cable traditionally used for Internet transmissions.

Some digging may be required on city rights-of-way reserved for utilities, but work crews will ensure the areas will be restored in a timely manner as weather permits.

For more information about the fibre optic project, visit www.telus.com/portcoquitlam or call the Telus fibre team at 604-310-3427 for residents and 604-310-3100 for businesses.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 7 Kiddies Korner Preschool hosts guest speak-

er Deborah MacNamara from 7 to 8 p.m. at 2211 Prairie Ave. in PoCo. Entitled “Who’s in Charge,” MacNamara’s talk will focus on parenting from the Alpha position and protecting parents’ relationships with their children. Admission is $5.

Info: 604-941-4919.

THURSDAY, MAY 8

Tri-Cities Caregiver Program hosts a pair of caregiver support meetings in both Coquitlam and PoCo. The PoCo session runs from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Shaughnessy Care Centre, 2250 Wilson Ave. The Coquitlam meeting takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Maillardville Community Centre, 1200 Cartier Ave. Info: Karen Tyrell at 778-789-1496

FRIDAY, MAY 9 Redeemed Christian Church of God Trinity

Chapel hosts a concert by Christian singing group Vinesong at 7 p.m. at 1932 Cameron Ave. in PoCo. Admission is free. Info: 604-4743131 or trinitychapelcares@gmail.com.

Place Maillardville holds a nine-week series called Baby’s First 2 Years for expectant parents, new parents and grandparents of babies new-

born to 24 months. Learn from guest speakers and enjoy support, conversation and validation in a comfortable and relaxed environment.

Babies are welcome. This week’s guest speaker is Dr. Gil Desaulniers of the National Wellness Foundation, and the discussion topic is “Raising Super Kids.” Sessions run from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Heritage Room at Place Maillardville Community Centre, 1200 Cartier Ave. in Coquitlam.

Info: 604-933-6166.

Tri-Cities Caregiver Program holds a caregiver support meeting from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam.

All caregivers are welcome to attend. Info: Karen Tyrell at 778-789-1496.

SATURDAY, MAY 10 Port Moody Legion Club 119 hosts a British

Pub Night event at 4:30 p.m. at 2513 Clarke St. in Port Moody. Performances from Stave Falls Scottish Dancers, Dedanaan Irish Dancers, Penk O’Donnell Irish School of Dance and Reckless/ Brian Zalo. Info: 604-936-7131.

Friends of the Coquitlam Public Library Society hold its annual book sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the City Centre Library, 1169 Pinetree Way in Coquitlam. Items for sale include fiction and non-fiction books, children’s books, DVDs, CDs, and more. All proceeds support the

library’s literacy programs and purchasing new materials and equipment. Info: www.library. coquitlam.bc.ca/friends.

Terry Fox Library hosts a presentation from PoCo city gardener James Bobick from 1 to 3 p.m. at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. The workshop will include a walk to local gardens to demonstrate the wide variety of planting material you can use to create an attractive and practical garden space. To register or for info, call 604-927-7999.

New View Society hosts a free community breakfast to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at 2050 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. Info: www.newviewsociety.org or 604-941-3222.

SUNDAY, MAY 11 Riverview Horticultural Centre Society

hosts a Mother’s Day guided tree tour on the Riverview Hospital grounds at 1 p.m. Meet the uphill entrance of the Henry Esson Young Building. For a site map visit www.rhcs.org. Info: 604-290-9910.

ONGOING Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural

Society hosts a Heritage Evening, the fourth Thursday of each month, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Gathering Place, 1100-2253 Leigh Sq. Everyone is invited to hear some of the stories behind Port Coquitlam’s heritage homes. Info: www. pocoheritage.org or call 604-927-8403.

Port Coquitlam Legion hosts an euchre club every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 2675 Shaughnessy St. All skill levels welcome. Info: 604-942-8911.

Port Coquitlam Lions Club meet on the first and third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at Port Coquitlam Legion #133- 2675 Shaughnessy St. Info: Gord at 604-941-5140.

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Phone: 604-444-3451 Fax: 640-444-3460 Email: events@thenownews.com Port Coquitlam Parks and Recreation hosts the Comic Shop Youth Art Drop-In, 4 to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday at Leigh Square, 1100-2253 Leigh Sq., Port Coquitlam. Each free session begins with a brief lesson in comic history and technique, followed by free work time. Participants learn what makes cartooning a unique art form. This program is for ages 13 to 17.

Port Moody Artist Co-op seeks new members to display and sell their original fine art pieces in the Blackberry Gallery of the Port Moody Arts Centre, 2425 St. Johns St. Info: www.blackberryartists.blogspot.ca or www. blackberrygiftshop.ca.

Port Moody Ecological Society invites the community to the Noons Creek Hatchery every Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. to check out volunteer opportunities like working in the hatchery, water quality testing, gardening and more. Info: 604-469-9106 or www.noonscreek.org.

Port Moody Library hosts Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m. at 100 Newport Dr. Intended for children aged 18 months to five years, these classes help children build language skills, enrich their imaginations and have fun with words.

Sessions run until March 26 and parent/caregiver participation is required. Info: 604-469-4577.

Recreation Unlimited Volleyball Club offers weekly recreational volleyball from 8 to 10 p.m. on Wednesdays at Hillcrest Middle School, 2161 Regan Ave., Coquitlam. Beginners are welcome.

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Recovery International is a self-help peer-topeer support group for people who struggle with stress, fear, anger, depression, anxiety, panic and nervous symptoms. Cognitive behavioural techniques are discussed at the Port Coquitlam meeting. Info: Phyllis at 604-931-5945 or www.

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EXPRESS OUT OF STEAM

It was a great run.

The Coquitlam Express saw its race for a Royal Bank Cup national championship berth fall short, following Saturday’s season-ending 5-3 loss to Spruce Grove at the Western Canada Cup tournament in Dauphin, Man. Goals by Zach Hodder and Cody Boyd gave Coquitlam a 2-0 lead in the first period, but the Alberta champions counted the next five goals over a span of 23 minutes to take control.

Canon Pieper would add a late goal. Gordie Defiel turned aside 33 shots in the loss.

Despite having beaten the Alberta champion 3-1 earlier in the tourney, there was little left in the tank for a patented come-from-behind charge.

That captain Ryan Rosenthal was playing through an upper-body injury suffered in the second game didn’t help matters, either.

“I tried to play through it but it was difficult. We just came up a bit short and didn’t seem to get as many bounces as we did [before].”

Even with an injury that saw him sit out the third game, Rosenthal was named to the tourney all-star team, finishing with three goals.

As disappointing as the loss was, the season was a success in so many ways.

“Obviously it hasn’t completely sunken in on what we accomplished, as the loss is still fresh in our minds,” said Rosenthal. “What I take away from this is just how extremely proud of everyone on this team I am, and how much we achieved over the year.”

Coach Barry Wolff now heads full-time into recruiting mode to fill the 12-or-more roster spots that have been created through graduation and college commitments.

To read more, go to www.thenownews.com.

COQUITLAM SWEPT BY A’S

They were losses by completely different means, but losses all the same.

The Coquitlam Reds were swept Saturday in a pair of games against the Okanagan Athletics at Mundy Park.

A pitchers’ duel saw Nick Evans throw seven strong innings, fanning six, only to see the game’s only run score on an error by the catcher in the seventh inning.

In the second game, both teams scored five times in the first inning but Okanagan erupted with three more in the second off Brett Honeysett en route to a 16-6 trumping.

The Reds, who sit 11th in the 13-team B.C. Premier Baseball League with a 3-10 record, visit the Vancouver Cannons for two on Saturday.

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HIT THE DECK: Coquitlam junior Adanac Jordan Gilles sprawls for the ball while being checked by Delta’s Connor Davidson during action last week. Coquitlam would eke out a 9-7 win. On Sunday they trounced Nanaimo 18-10. To see more photos, scan this page with the free Layar app or visit photos and videos section at www.thenownews.com.

Defender gets coaches’ votes Dan OLSON

sports@thenownews.com Port Coquitlam’s Chanel Walter has earned a reputation for bringing the noise, figuratively, to the soccer pitch.

A star member of the PoCo Euro-Rite under-18 girls Rush, Walter has been such a presence on the Metro Select League circuit that she’s walked off with the Player of the Year award the past two seasons.

The Terry Fox Secondary student would prefer to lace up the boots than talk about receiving the u-18 MSL prize, however.

“It means a lot to me, [and] it’s still exciting to win it,” said Walter. “I’m not sure what else to say.”

While she is reluctant to talk the talk, the recently turned 17-year-old knows how to

walk-the-walk when it comes to the game.

“I can’t say enough about Chanel,” remarked Rush coach Tara Herbrik. “Last year was her first year at the u18 level, and as a first-year player she was our captain.

She’s such a special person.”

A centreback, Walter admits the past two seasons in the MSL have been not festooned with many winning streaks. PoCo has struggled against the bigger clubs, but has never shied away from the challenge.

“We didn’t really win very often but we had fun, and we always tried,” said Walter.

“I wish we could have done better, because my teammates all work so hard.”

PoCo placed just below mid-table in the standings at 3-5-8, but allowed just five more goals than they scored. Opposing coaches, through a tabulation of game stars

voted through the year, scored Walter as the league’s top player — a year after she won the same prize in the u-16 loop.

Herbrik wasn’t surprised at the accolades for her captain.

“You come across a player like Chanel once in a lifetime, she’s so driven and sees the game so clearly that her focus is to make her teammates better,” said the coach.

“It’s never about the glory with her — it’s about how can I be my best, what can I do to help the team, my teammates, be their best.”

For her, any day where she gets to lace on the boots and play is a terrific day.

“I can’t really imagine my life without it. Soccer means a lot to me and I feel it’s changed me as a person, for the better,” said the Terry Fox Secondary student.

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The Terry Fox Ravens hockey team celebrates its first-ever B.C. High School Hockey championship title at Coquitlam’s Planet Ice last week.

Fox snaps up hockey title The Terry Fox Ravens proved to be golden opportuntists.

The senior hockey team capped an undefeated season last week by edging R.A. McMath 3-1 to claim the B.C. tier 1 ice hockey title.

Riley Friend’s 30-foot slapshot, with less than 10 minutes to play, proved to be the gamewinner, as the Ravens secured their first B.C. hockey crown.

The game proved to be a battle of equals, but Fox spent a good chunk of it searching for the equalizer. McMath grabbed a 1-0 lead early in the game on a powerplay, but Fox kept applying pressure until Mitch Ledyard corralled the puck and buried it with a minute remaining in the second period.

Both netminders provided obstacles for offence, with Brendan Stewart keeping McMath to a single goal. When Friend cashed in what would prove to be the game-winner, the PoCo bench erupted to celebrate.

While the Richmond school kept pressing, Jeff Wong’s shorthand tally, assisted by Ronnie Wilkie, clinched the championship.

“The boys love to compete for their school,” said coach Doug Friend. “They have so much fun, but they all take it pretty seriously, too.”

The Ravens, who were slotted in the top tier due to a roster that included two major midget players — Wilkie and Wong — had knocked off the defending B.C. champion Heritage Woods Kodiaks 8-3 in the semifinal.

Ryan MacDonald, with two, Austin Hollinger, Brett Towers, Derian White, Ledyard, Wilkie and Wong provided the goals.

The club includes: Mike Dupuis, Riley Friend, Eric Golob, Austin Hollinger, Carter Lafontaine, Ryan MacDonald, Mitch Ledyard, Matt Poole, Tanner Riley, Zac Shepert, Kody Sherwood, Matt Smith, Devon Stafford, Brendan Stewart, Steven Swelander, Brett Towers, Derian White, Ronnie Wilkie and Jeff Wong.

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