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anta came to town a bit early to help local kids have a happy holiday. Community members supported two local organizations that were the recipients of donations at Wednesday’s Christmas for Kids toy drive and pancake breakfast at the Paddlewheeler Pub at River Market. New Westminster Family Place and the Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families divvied up the donations and will disperse them to folks involved in their programs. “It really, really helped us,” said Family Place executive director Marjorie Staal. “We couldn’t have had a Christmas party without the toy drive.” Fire Chief Tim Armstrong and Police Chief Dave Jones attended the toy drive, as did several off-duty firefighters who volunteered their time. Firefighters accepted the toy donations and placed them under the tree. “We are very grateful. We really, really appreciate their help,” Staal said. “The Paddlewheeler, as usual, was excellent. The food was really good.” In past years, the chamber of commerce organized the event, but Family Place and the Purpose Society were charged with hosting this year’s event. The Downtown New Westminster Business Improvement Association signed up as a partner in the event. “They paid for the food,” Staal said of the BIA. “The pub donated the space and the staff.” Santa (a.k.a. Calvin Donnelly) joined in the festivities and handed out candy canes to the breakfast crowd. – Theresa McManus

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Ho ho ho: Helen Bodner and six-year-old Gabie Baillargeon enjoy a visit with Santa during a pancake breakfast and toy drive at the Paddlewheeler on Wednesday. It was held to support New Westminster Family Place and the Purpose Society.

A city ‘rich with talent, energy and ideas’ BY THERESA MCMANUS REPORTER tmcmanus@royalcityrecord.com

Mayor Jonathan Cote is inviting community members to help the city build a brighter future for New Westminster. On Dec. 1, Cote was sworn in as New Westminster’s new mayor, after serving three terms as a councillor. Bill Harper, Patrick Johnstone, Jaimie McEvoy, Chuck Puchmayr, Mary Trentadue and Lorrie

Williams were sworn in as councillors. “I’m proud to be here and honoured by the confidence you have placed in me as your mayor,” Cote said. “We live in a great city. During my time as a city councillor, I was reminded of that fact time and again. Whether out in the community, learning about a new program or initiative being developed by a local organization or community volunteers, or here in council chambers, listening during open delega-

tions as citizens expressed their views, it’s always been clear that New Westminster is a community rich with talent, energy and ideas. In the months ahead, I look forward to working with everyone in our city to harness our assets and ensure our community continues to thrive and grow.” Cote said citizens have made it very clear that the city needs to work hard to address some key priorities. “Time and again, transportation was

raised as front and centre on the minds of residents. It’s no secret that New Westminster’s geographic good fortune of being located at the very centre of the bustling Metro Vancouver region can also work against us as we move about our community,” he said. “As your mayor, I pledge to work with council and staff to explore strategies to build a transportation system that works.” ◗Sworn in Page 8

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o you need a little Christmas, right this very minute – but you just don’t know what to do with yourself. With so many things to keep you busy around the holidays, how can you decide what to see and do? We’re helping you to narrow down your choices by creating our own Top 10 Christmas Things To Do in New Westminster. Welcome Santa at the annual Santa Claus Parade: This year’s Santa Claus Parade and tree lighting, on the theme of A Child’s Christmas, is set for 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6, along Columbia Street. The parade will be followed by a number of related fun events: photos with Santa at the Shops at New West from noon to 4 p.m.; Merry Fishmas at the Fraser River Discovery Centre from noon to 4 p.m.; arts and crafts, kids’ stories, Festival of Trees and entertainment at the Anvil Centre from noon to 4 p.m.; the holiday market edition of the Royal City Farmers’ Market at River Market from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the grand tree lighting at Hyack Square at 4 p.m. Check out www.newwestcity. ca for all the details. Enjoy the splendour of the Festival of Trees: The Festival of Trees returns for its second year after the inaugural event in 2013. It’s a 25-day event, running from Dec. 1 to Christmas Day, featuring trees adorned by local schools on display at River Market, and trees sponsored and decorated by businesses on display at Anvil Centre. The festival raises money to help support local schools and, this year, includes a number of special events: a poutine-andbeer fundraiser at Spud Shack on Dec. 7; a Gingerbread House Competition that’s being judged on Dec. 7 at River Market; Holiday Pet Photos with the Grinch at Bosley’s on Dec. 7; Photos With Santa at River Market on Dec. 13; and a Holiday Movie Night at River Market on Dec. 14. See www.festivaloftreesnew west.ca for all the details about the festival and all the events involved. It’s being hosted by The Stage New Westminster in partnership with River Market and the Anvil Centre.

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Festive feeling: Above: Jolly Old St. Nick will ride back into town in style for the Santa Claus Parade, this Saturday at 11 a.m. on Columbia Street. At left, festive trees adorn River Market as part of the Festival of Trees – that’s David Yao of the Vancouver Circus School showing off his skills during a Sunday performance.

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Revel in the magic that is The Nutcracker. The Royal City Youth Ballet returns with its traditional holiday favourite, onstage at the Massey Theatre on Monday, Dec. 22. It’s on at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., featuring beautiful sets by Jean-Claude Olivier, extravagant costumes by Chris Sinosich and a large cast of enthusiastic and talented young dancers led by artistic director Camilla Fishwick-Kellogg, all against the backdrop of Tchaikovsky’s beloved Nutcracker score. Tickets are $35 for adults, $25 for children under 13. Call 604521-5050 or buy at ticketsnw.ca.

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Laugh along with the Vagabond Players: New Westminster’s Vagabond Players are back with their Christmas comedy, Christmas Belles, running Wednesday, Dec. 3 to Saturday, Dec. 20 at the Bernie Legge Theatre, Queen’s Park. The play by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten is set at Christmastime in the small town of Fayro, Texas, where the Futrelle Sisters are in turmoil: One is overdue with her second set of twins, one is in jail, and one is desperately trying to keep the Tabernacle of the Lamb’s Christmas program from spiralling into chaos. Catch

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the 80-voice choir in performance with harps, flutes, percussion and rare medieval instruments. See www.winterharp. com for all the details. Tickets for the local performance are on sale at ticketsnw.ca. Catch a classical tradition with the NWSO: The New Westminster Symphony Orchestra and the Richmond Academy of Dance team up for their 15th anniversary Christmas celebration, which features excerpts from the Nutcracker, festive holiday songs and specially choreographed works including talented tappers and vocalists. It’s onstage at the Massey Theatre on Friday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12. Buy through 604-521-5050 or www.ticketsnw.ca. Sing with choirs of angels – or at least, enjoy choirs of humans who love to share music: Choral music lovers can catch New West’s own Amabilis Singers, who are joining forces with the Shaughnessy Heights United Church Sanctuary Choir for O Nata Lux, a concert celebrating the magic of the season. The concert runs Saturday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. at New Westminster Christian Reformed Church, 8255 13th Ave. in Burnaby, and on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Shaughnessy Heights United Church, 1550 West 33rd Ave. in Vancouver. Tickets are $20, or free for kids under 11. Call 604-503-2074 or see www. amabilissingers.org for more details. The next day, it’s time for musica intima, as the acclaimed ensemble returns to New Westminster for A Christmas Story, Monday, Dec. 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 403 East Columbia St. The performance welcomes people of all ages for an evening of carols and stories in a Vinyl Café-inspired narrative. It

holiday season. Enjoy live Christmas music in the parlour and make a decoration for one of the trees. It’s on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 13, 14, 20 and 21, from noon to 4 p.m. Drop in, and the program is by donation. Or, for $17 a person, you can take in a traditional Victorian Christmas tea, along with entertainment, in Grandmother’s Room. Seatings are available on Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 13, 14, 20 and 21, with seatings for six guests. Call 604-527-4640 or see the Christmas Active Living Guide at www. newwestpcr.ca for details. Hang out with the Jolly Old Elf himself – over pancakes or on skates: Santa Claus is making several special appearances around the city, but the highlights have to be his annual appearance at the city’s family pancake breakfasts and the favourite Skate With Santa event at Moody Park Arena. The breakfast events include entertainment, sing-along and of course a visit from the big man himself. The Queensborough Community Centre has its Breakfast With Santa event on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 9 to 11 a.m. Call 604-5257388. Or you can enjoy one on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Centennial Community Centre. It’s $6; call ahead for tickets to 604-777-5100. To skate with Santa, check out Moody Park Arena on Saturday, Dec. 20 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Regular admission rates apply – but you get a visit from Santa Claus included in the cost, plus cookie decorating, a Christmas craft and on-ice activities. Call 604-525-5301 or see the Christmas Active Living Guide at www. newwestpcr.ca for the details on these and other city events. – compiled by Julie MacLellan

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Food ﬁt for a feast: Food lovers can check out two winter editions of the Royal City Farmers Market on Dec. 6 and Dec. 20. includes works by Jonathan Quick, Don MacDonald and Richard Rodney Bennett. Tickets are $35 regular, $30 for seniors and $10 for students. Call 604-731-7718 or see www.musicaintima.org. Fill yourself with festive food and fun at River Market: New West’s favourite destination for foodies and families is full of holiday goodness throughout December. Among the highlights is the winter edition of the Royal City Farmers Market, which runs on two Saturdays in December: Dec. 6 and Dec. 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at River Market.

Find organic produce, local honey, meat, eggs and dairy and more. Check out www.rcfm.ca for all the details. The River Market is also holding two December editions of its Artisans Fair, on the same Saturdays, Dec. 6 and 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the community square. The fair includes jewelers, knitters, crafters and a variety of other artisans. River Market is at 810 Quayside Dr. Check out www.rivermarket.ca. Step back in time at Irving House: Families can travel back in time, as Irving House is decked out for the

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THANK YOU MAYOR WRIGHT from your friends in New Westminster Thanks for your commitment to the City for the past 12 years. Your contributions in the city are evident. All sports have benefitted from your support. Best wishes in the future. - Walt Weaver, NWJRA Salmonbellies

Fame and fortune come and go but‘stars’ never fade away. Thank you Wayne for putting New Westminster back on the map. - Vance McFadyen

Meet you at Beautiful Pier Park. - Gerda Suess

- Chuck Puchmayr

Thank you Wayne for your tremendous leadership and moving our city forward over the last 12 years. I have some big shoes to fill. - Jonathan Cote During your 12 years as Mayor, you have worked tirelessly with many factions to make New Westminster what it is today… a city we can feel safe in, live in and be proud to call home. - Barbara and Clarence Many thanks Wayne for your tireless work in making New Westminster an even better place! - Chester and Trudy Thank you so much for your time and dedication to our wonderful city. You did an excellent job of making it a better place for everyone. - Becci Dewinetz – RE/MAX A true visionary and inspiration – we will miss you Mayor Wright! - Rick Page, President The Canadian Club Your positive contributions to the city and people over the last 12 years have changed the city in a most positive way. Thank you Mayor Wright. - Don Reda Mayor Wright has put New West on the metro map with his personality, vision and hard work. For our sakes let’s hope it continues. - Earl Marshall Thank you Wayne for your Vision and Passion for our city, and for leaving a legacy that will never be exceeded. - Ron and Donna O’Genski Mayor Wright’s vision of New West over 12 years appeared to be impossible. I wish him the best in his retirement. - Morgan McGrath

You did a hell of a job!

Wayne, with you we have shared 12 exciting years. Your spirit and dedication to all you touch is an inspiration to us all. Personally I have been lucky to be with the group of caring friends that surround you and it has been my pleasure. Never stop reaching for“the top shelf.” - Greta Fogstrom The old saying“what happens on the road stays on the road”doesn’t work in Wayne’s case. His road for the last 12 years is there for all of New Westminster to see and benefit from. We consider it an honour to have worked with Wayne over the years and it’s an extreme honour to call him a good friend. - Denis & Helen Overholt Wayne, your unconditional service to the Royal City has few equals. - Dan Mott Thank you for creating a New Westminster for the future. Your hard work, dedication and love for this city is inspiring and infectious. Enjoy the next chapter in life Wayne, you truly are a best seller. - Tej Kainth Thank you Wayne for all your help. - Cal Donnelly I’m not Tina Turner, but“You’re simply the best, better than all the rest…” - Lorrie Williams Thank you for 12 years of your life that you devoted to New Westminster. - Nadia Anderson On behalf of Honour House Society, thank you for making our home a reality for all first responders and Canadian Forces. - Al DeGenova Thank you Wayne for inspiring and leading positive change in the Royal City so well for so long. May your vision live on. - David & Lorraine Brett

Thank you for your support and guidance from the beginning, when the market’s revitalization was only a seed of an idea. - Mark Shieh Your leadership, your passion, and your vision left a solid base for others to build on. - Bill & Delora Harper Thanks for 12 great years! Enjoy some well-deserved rest and come back ready to continue your good work! - Bill & Lynn Radbourne Thank you for your leadership and service especially with cultivating a vision for our city’s waterfront downtown. You make New West royally awesome. - River Market The face of New Westminster has changed immensely during the 12 years with Wayne Wright at the helm of the city. Wayne, you will be missed but not forgotten. Thank you. - Brian Sproule “Thanks for the Memories”and remember, life is a succession of moments, to live each one is to succeed. And that you have done as Mayor of the Royal City these past 12 years. Something to be truly proud of. - Rita Sproule A great mayor! Thank you for everything you’ve given to the citizens to be proud of. - Alana McIntyre Thanks for helping us bring back Sapperton Days. - Gordon & Nina Hobbis – Cap’s Cycle

Is it true that you drink Baileys while playing bridge? Best wishes Wayne.

- Ian Thanks Wayne! You did a heck of a job… we’ll miss your leadership, and have truly benefitted from your role as Mayor! - Ron Basran Thank you Wayne for your leadership and public service. You gave renewed life to City Hall that will continue for years to come. - Paul Forseth Thank you for 12 wonderful years. You have shaped the future of New West, making it the very best city to live, work and play. - Patti Goss You are a remarkable man! Thank you for bringing New Westminster into the 21st century. Live long and prosper! - Wilson & Lynn Becket From our first meeting, you have always supported Qayqayt First Nation and respected our culture. Thank you – I will miss you. - Chief Rhonda Larrabee Wayne has shown empathy and compassion in his dealings with his constituents. For this and numerous other reasons he is more than deserving of recognition. - Bert Brooker

I first met Wayne when I was in grade 10 and I helped on his campaign. Wayne made me feel included and even though I was just a kid, he treated me with respect. I wouldn’t be where I am today without Wayne’s help. Wayne is a great role model and leader of our city. - Nick Prizeman We resident and friends of New Westminster, whether we realize it or not, are very fortunate for having had someone with Wayne’s vision, dedication, and stamina representing us for the last 12 years. The positive results of Wayne’s efforts are there for everyone to see and cannot be disputed. The legacy he will leave office with will be a challenge for anyone to duplicate. - Ray Pigeau and Geraldine Taylor You were the Wright Mayor at the Wright time. You served the city proud. Safe travels. - Larry Racanello I wish you a long and happy retirement. You served us well. - Amber Anderson Thanks for all your hard work Wayne. - Paul Manhas Thanks for everything Wayne. Whenever I look at my Donald Trump tie I will think of you. - Leona Green

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that does not deserve mention in that Tomorrow is a day to remember. list. There are 14 names that we espeIn fact, it really doesn’t deserve the cially should all try to remember: honour of a place in our memories Geneviève Bergeron, Hélène Colgan, – although many people are by now Nathalie Croteau, Barbara Daigneault, already bringing it to mind. Anne-Marie Edward, It always seems more difMaud Haviernick, Barbara ficult to bring to mind the Klucznik Widajewicz, Maryse THE RECORD names of victims than to Laganière, Maryse Leclair, remember the murderers who Anne-Marie Lemay, Sonia made them important to remember. Pelletier, Michèle Richard, Annie StThat’s not only because there are usuArneault and Annie Turcotte. ally so many more victims than murderThere is a 15th name too often associers, but because we all seem to have a ated with those names – but it is a name

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morbid fascination with people who can commit such heinous acts. Nevertheless, we will not name the individual who killed 14 women at École Polytechnique on Dec. 6, 1989. They were the women to whom the 14 names above belong – the young women who died in “the Montreal Massacre.” They did not deserve to die, and so they deserve to be remembered – just as all women and girls who die as a result of deliberate acts of gender-based violence must be remembered. In Canada, more than 60 women are

killed by their spousal partners every year – that’s more than one every six days. Tomorrow, the 25th anniversary of the Montreal Massacre which destroyed so many lives and families, is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in Canada. Remember those 14 young women, and all the others. Remembering and being aware are the first steps towards putting an end to the senseless violence.

B.C. stands alone, without a plan

B.C. in a typical month this n Oct. 22, the year, and close to a third were Government of children. That’s a 25 per cent Saskatchewan increase since before the finanannounced in its Throne Speech cial crisis of 2008, and almost that it would commit to the development of a poverty reduc- four per cent higher than 2013. This is not surprising given that tion strategy, making British food costing in B.C. 2013 from Columbia the very last province the Provincial Health in Canada without Services Authority a plan to tackle povshows the average erty. This despite TRISH GARNER monthly cost of a the fact B.C. has the nutritious food basket highest or secondhighest poverty rate in the coun- for a family of four is $914, an increase of almost $50 since 2011. try, depending on the poverty Recognizing that food banks measure. are a necessary crisis measure Notably, the Saskatchewan but don’t tackle the real probdecision was made by the lems head-on, Food Banks Conservative government of Canada recommends strong, Brad Wall, highlighting that this comprehensive government polishould not be a partisan issue. How can the B.C. government cies to address poverty and hunger, and to “significantly reduce ignore the mounting evidence? the need for food banks.” First Call recently released its In The State of Homelessness in 2014 Child Poverty Report Card, Canada 2013 from the Canadian revealing that one in five chilHomelessness Research dren in B.C. still live in poverty. Network, Vancouver has one of That’s 169,420 poor children, the highest rates of severe housenough to fill the Rogers Arena ing need in Canada, and a growabout nine times. B.C. also has the highest inequality in Canada, ing number of homeless people from the latest homelessness according to Haves and Havecount. The implications of this Nots: Deep and persistent wealth are shocking. inequality in Canada from the Megaphone Magazine’s recent Broadbent Institute. The wealthireport, “Dying on the Streets: est 10 per cent own over half the Homeless deaths in British wealth in B.C., while the bottom Columbia,” highlights that 50 per cent have only three per the median age of death for a cent of the wealth, with many of homeless person is between 40 the poorest facing huge amounts and 49. This is almost half the of debt. life expectancy for the average The latest report from Food British Columbian, which is Banks Canada, HungerCount 82.65 years. 2014, shows almost 100,000 people visited a food bank in ◗Welfare Page 7

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Although Small Business Month has now passed, I feel it is important to write and urge British Columbians to remember that B.C.’s small businesses are the backbone of the B.C. economy and employ the vast majority of our province’s private sector workers. Something equally important to remember is that in order for B.C.’s small businesses to thrive, the major industry sectors they service also need to thrive. For that reason, all levels of government must support and encourage small business, and the small business people and entrepreneurs who run these businesses, as well as the major industry sectors these small businesses depend on; because as our key industry sectors grow and prosper, so do the province’s small businesses and secondary

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industries. For example, the mineral exploration sector in B.C. directly supports over 2,000 small service and supply businesses. If we fail to support major industries such as the mineral exploration sector, it would invariably lead to the collapse of these 2,000 small businesses as well as the untold thousands of other small businesses that are indirectly supported by this industry. Despite current optimism about the future, many small businesses in B.C. are still recovering from the lingering effects of the 2008 recession. The smallest change in B.C.’s economic prospects could easily turn the tide back in the other direction and cause B.C.’s small businesses to lean toward risk aversion rather than economic expansion. As British Columbians, it is therefore up to us to ensure that all levels of government make decisions

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Media stories reporting the new B.C. provincial rules for the deployment of police dogs point out that New Westminster and Saanich have the lowest rate of injuries – essentially none – during takedown of suspects, while Vancouver and Abbotsford have the highest. This isn’t because we lack crime in New Westminster. Instead, it’s owing to the

In response to the crisis of homelessness, the B.C. government has recently launched its Homelessness Prevention Program, which expands rent supplements to four at-risk groups but does nothing to provide more affordable housing. The Burden of Poverty: A snapshot of poverty across Canada from Citizens for Public Justice highlights that B.C. has the highest local poverty levels in Canada, with Prince Rupert and Richmond facing devastating poverty rates of about 23 per cent. Comparing welfare income with the poverty line, Welfare in Canada 2013 from the Caledon Institute, found a single “employable” person on welfare in B.C. receives just under 40 per cent of the poverty line, leaving a poverty gap of almost $12,000. Welfare in B.C. is deeply inadequate at $610 per month for a single person and has been fro-

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Inclusion Act again. Since then, thousands of people have urged the government to act, and members of the B.C. Poverty Reduction Coalition delivered those letters to Premier Christy Clark recently. The select standing committee on finance and government services recently released its report from provincewide public consultations on the next provincial budget, and this bi-party committee again recommended to the Legislative Assembly that the provincial government “introduce a comprehensive poverty reduction plan.” When will the government listen? The evidence is clear: we need a poverty reduction plan. Please email the premier and urge her to take action at bcpovertyreduc tion.ca/email-the-premier.

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good sense and progressive approach of our police department. They decided long ago to adopt the “bark and hold” training method, rather than the “bite and hold” method favoured by the RCMP and most municipal police departments in B.C. New Westminster dogs are trained and handled to bark first, and bite only when necessary. “Bite and hold” means the dog is trained to find and bite the suspect every time. This causes many needless and sometimes serious injuries, as detailed in the comprehensive report on this subject issued by the Pivot Legal Society. The good example set by our city and our police department has probably contributed to the province’s decision to impose rules on the use of dogs by other police departments. We can be proud of this, and thankful that we have our own, independent police department in the city, rather than the RCMP, or some sort of regional force dominated by Vancouver.

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Sworn in: Transportation, economy, culture top priorities for new mayor city,” he said. Cote said the city will also explore the Cote said the city needs to begin implementing recommendations contained in development of an additional artificial turf the master transportation plan. While there field, encourage special events, parades is no magic or easy solution to the chal- and festivals on streets and continue efforts lenges we face, he believes the implemen- to build a community that works for everytation of the master transportation plan is one by pursuing affordable housing initiaessential to addressing the community’s tives, family-friendly development policies, additional child-care facilities and a combiggest issue. “We also need to be prepared to look mitment to reducing its carbon footprint. “As we work towards all of outside of our borders. New these goals, we realize that we Westminster is part of a larger can’t do it on our own. Our suctransportation system and many cess depends on how well we of the issues we face are regional as a council harness the ideas, in nature,” he said. “Next year passion and knowledge that rest Metro Vancouver residents will be in the hearts and minds of our asked to participate in a transporresidents,” he said. “To do this, we tation referendum. The success of will look at new ways to make it this referendum will be critical if easy and convenient for residents our region is going to create an to give feedback to council.” efficient and sustainable transporThe city needs to move beyond tation system for the future.” Jonathan Cote traditional forms of consultation Cote said the city must also mayor and embrace true collaboration continue to work at ensuring New with our residents, Cote said. Westminster’s local economy Cote topped the mayoral polls remains strong. In the next four in the Nov. 15 civic election, years, he said the city needs to recdefeating four-term incumbent ognize the importance of preservmayor Wayne Wright. He said ing its commercial and industrial Wright has been part of the city’s lands, while exploring new ways progress in the past decade that’s to build on the city’s strengths included creating new public and creating new opportunities spaces like Westminster Pier Park for employment and economic and bringing new developments growth. to the city that are attracting new “One such opportunity exists residents and spurring business in Sapperton with the future Mary Trentadue growth. Royal Columbian Hospital expancouncillor “Many have played a part in sion, which presents us with some the progress I’ve just mentioned, unique opportunities for maximizbut where we are today is in ing economic benefits for our city,” no small part due to the tireless he said. “Working with Fraser efforts and vision of a man I have Health and other key stakeholders, a tremendous amount of respect we will explore ways to leverage for. Throughout his tenure, His both new and future projects in Worship Mayor Wayne Wright close proximity, such as the Brewery has driven our city forward. His District and Sapperton Green. With unbridled energy and enthusicity initiatives currently underway asm for this community, and his such as Intelligent City and District experience, have served our city Energy, we’ll provide the modern infrastructure necessary to attract Patrick Johnstone well,” he said. “Wayne, it has been said that the definition of and retain the businesses of the councillor success, or a big part of it, is to future.” leave the world a bit better than On the parks, culture and recreation front, Cote said priorities include you found it. By that definition, you have redevelopment of the Canada Games achieved success 10 times over. On behalf Pool, completion of a Fraser River walk- of councils, past and present, and of every way that links the entire waterfront and resident, business person, organization, Queensborough with a new pedestrian volunteer and Royal City ‘booster,’ thank you for your service. New Westminster is a bridge from Quayside. “We’ll also explore the promotion of better place today because of you.” Cote also thanked longtime Coun. Betty public art through beautification of public infrastructure and new ways to activate McIntosh for her “strong representation” of our commercial areas by supporting the the community during her years of service creation of parklets and of outdoor seating on council. twitter.com/theresamcmanus at cafés and restaurants throughout the continued from page 1

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Local ofﬁcers earn service awards BY CAYLEY DOBIE REPORTER cdobie@royalcityrecord.com

Seven local police officers recently received Awards of Meritorious Service. The awards were presented at the Police Honours Night in Victoria on Nov. 20. This is the 34th year in a row the awards have been presented to police officers across the province. Over the course of the evening, 87 officers were recognized for their service to their communities by Lt. Gov. Judith Guichon and Attorney General and Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton. Among the 68 officers who received Awards of Meritorious Service were six New Westminster police officers currently serving with the Integrated

Homicide Investigation Team, including Cpl. Sean Schultz and constables Sean Hackman, Stu Hagen, Ryan Long, Fiona Reid and Justine Thom. The six officers were honoured for their handling of a situation involving a man who was armed and suicidal. Rather than use lethal force, the officers chose a less severe option of deploying a beanbag rifle to disarm the man and bring him safely into custody. (The situation was re-enacted in a New Westminster Police Department casestudy video. To view the video, see our website at www.royalcityrecord.com.) Const. Roger Rempel also received a meritorious service award for his work with Delta police officers in restraining a drugged, agitated and suicidal man who had allegedly been armed with a gun.

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Merit: Const. Fiona Reid, centre, is presented with the Award of Meritorious Service from Suzanne Anton, attorney general and minister of justice, left, and Lt. Gov. Judith Guichon, right.

Firefighters light the way BY THERESA MCMANUS REPORTER tmcmanus@royalcityrecord.com

Christmas lights helped guide 127 residents out of a building left in darkness following an early morning fire. Fire crews were called to a 15-storey building at 728 Princess St. at about 2:30 a.m. on Dec. 2. Princess Tower was left without power after a fire occurred in a panel in the electrical room. “The building was pitch black. It was cold out. It was the middle of the night,” said Fire Chief Tim Armstrong. “The majority of the tenants in there were elderly. I’d say 75 per cent of them were well over retirement age.” When firefighters arrived at the apartment building, they saw smoke coming out of an electrical room on the fourth floor. Armstrong said the building was “totally dead” as there was no lighting, the elevators weren’t running, the alarm panel wasn’t working and the backup electrical

systems weren’t working. When it was determined it could take a few days for repairs to be made and power to be restored to the building, residents needed to be evacuated from their homes for their safety. Although the crews could get up and down the stairwells with flashlights, they knew it would be more challenging to evacuate seniors with limited lighting. “I thought, ‘How are we going to light this thing up?’” Armstrong said. “I said, ‘Let’s get some Christmas tree lights.’” The fire department got 10 100-foot strings of white Christmas lights from Lowe’s in Queensborough. “We plugged it into our rigs, and the crews walked up the stairwells around and around with the Christmas tree lighting,” he said. “We had both stairwells lit from top to bottom.” Want to know more? For an extended version of this story, see our website at www. royalcityrecord.com.

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A supercalifragilistic opportunity lesson was in 2000, after graduating from Edmonton’s Grant MacEwan University. “I never had the opportunity to dust off those tap shoes after that. My goodness, were they ever dusty,” Walters said jokingly. “I BY TEREZA VERENCA REPORTER was with four other fellows who editorial@royalcityrecord.com were very able and picked up the dance after looking at it twice. I just stared at them going ‘You laying Bert in the famous guys are amazing.’” Mary Poppins musical is a But as luck would have it, dream come true for actor Walters got the good news later Scott Walters. that evening. For the second year in a row, “I told them ‘Did you see me the New West resident will take dance in that audition?’ They said on the role of P.L. Travers’ charac‘Don’t worry, we’ll teach you.’” ter in this year’s production, held With rehearsals not starting for at the Stanley Industrial Alliance a few months, Walters enrolled Stage. himself in a few tap classes – a “I watched Mary Poppins as decision he’s thankful he made. a child and loved the movie so Without them, “things would not much,” Walters told The Record in have gone well.” an interview. “It wasn’t until the One of the dance auditions for the number’s he’s lookpart of Bert that I ing forward to is Step got into reading the ◗CATCH THE SHOW in Time, when all the stories. What fasciWhat: Mary Poppins, the chimney sweeps take nated me about the Arts Club Theatre producthe kids and Mary to books is that they tion of the family musical the rooftops. have a darker edge Where: Stanley Industrial “It’s gorgeously to them, while the film is wonderfully Alliance Stage, 2750 Gran- choreographed. It gets ville St., Vancouver, Dec. 5 so frenzied and crazy fun.” that Bert starts to tap to Jan. 4, 2015. He went on to along the walls and add director Bill Tickets: Starting at $29. ceilings.” Millerd has done a Call 604-687-1644 or see That aspect of the nice job of balancwww.artsclub.com. part – learning how to ing both the 1964 be in a harness in order classic and the to fly or stand sidefamous literature. ways – is what Walters described Despite being comfortable in as the “magical” component of the the role now, that wasn’t always production. the case. When Walters first audi“It’s a feel-good play. It has tioned back in 2013, it was a bit a similar character turn as A nerve-wracking – first, because he Christmas Carol, when someone had never performed in front of like Ebenezer Scrooge turns from a Millerd, and second, because he unsatisfied accountant to someone wasn’t sure which adaptation of Bert they were looking for. Having who becomes more festive and gets more out of life by giving,” been compared to Dick Van Dyke he said. “It’s about love, the holias a kid, Walters didn’t want to go days and spending time with your so far as an impersonation. family. Mary Poppins is a show to “I thought I’d give it a fresh bring your own family to and realtake, but colour it with a bit of ize what’s important in life.” Dick Van Dyke. Ironically, I audiThe musical is being staged by tioned for a part identified by Dick the Arts Club Theatre Company Van Dyke, so it was a fine line and will run from Dec. 5 to Jan. between presenting my own ver4, 2015. sion and the movie.” Tickets start at $29 and can be Walters then received a callback purchased by calling 604-687-1644 to complete the tap dancing poror by visiting artsclub.com. tion of the audition – something Follow Tereza Verenca on Twitter, he was convinced would not get @tverenca him the job. His last tap dancing

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Local actor gets into character, accent and all BY TEREZA VERENCA REPORTER editorial@royalcityrecord.com

Actor and New West resident Marilyn Norry will be charming the audience with her Southern belle accent this month, during the production of The Glass Menagerie. The play, based on the classic novel by Tennessee Williams, is set in St. Louis during the Great Depression. Rooted in real-life events from Williams’ past, the storyline revolves around four characters – Tom, his mother Amanda (Norry’s role), his sister Laura and a potential suitor named Jim. Tom is an aspiring poet, who toils in a shoe warehouse to support his family. Amanda, however, struggles with raising her children under harsh financial conditions. Originally from an elitist Southern family, she’s constantly recalling tales from her idyllic years. Conflict of all sorts emerges throughout each scene. Laura is a disappointment in her mother’s eyes because she drops out of school and fails to attract a man interested in marriage. Tom, meanwhile, is thirsty for adventure and in search of an escape. The plot unfolds by memory, where “older” Tom narrates and “younger” Tom is part of the action. “This is a relevant play in today’s world,” said Norry in

With two stepchildren of her a phone interview with The Record. “The children are stay- own, Norry said she can relate to ing at home and not getting out. Amanda on many levels (some Their hopes and dreams are not colleagues have even insinuated she is Amanda in real life). being realized. “I don’t know if that’s a com“It’s about the choices people allow themselves to have. pliment or an insult,” she said During the ’30s, women of high with a chuckle. “That whole breeding were not trained for process of making sure the kids are fledged, making anything. Amanda them feel confident even says, ‘I was not to go out into the prepared for what world, I have a lot the future brought “For the audiof experience doing me. I was brought that.” up to have lots of ence, it allows The Glass servants and live on everybody the Menagerie carries a a large piece of land opportunity to contemporary spin and have parties.’” with some humour, Norry added look back on too, according to Amanda’s characNorry. She said by ter really sheds light their own lives using the memory on the expectations with a bit of technique, viewers women had of themare drawn in further selves during that perspective.” into the story. era. “For the audience, “It asks what Marilyn Norry it allows everybody options does a Amanda, the opportunity to woman give herself The Glass Menagerie look back on their as to what she is and isn’t able to accomplish. We own lives with a bit of perspechave this idea now that women tive, to frame your own life in a have more choices, but really different way,” she noted. The production is directed individual women are looking at what their mothers did and by award-winning playwright what was the right and appro- Shawn Macdonald. Opening priate behaviour, like ‘I’m going night is Friday (tonight), curtain to have a home that’s better than is at 8 p.m. at the Jericho Arts my mother’s.’ To be able to shift Centre in Vancouver. Tickets and change with the outward start at $18 and can be purchased expectations of the world, that’s at the door, by calling 1-800-838not necessarily a skill we teach 3006 or at glassmenagerieyvr. brownpapertickets.com. people,” she said.

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estive offerings abound this weekend, but they’re not the only thing in town. Here are our Top Five (or More) Things to Do in New Westminster this weekend for Dec. 5 to 7. Head to Queen’s Park Arena for this year’s Hydrant Cup, a hockey game between the Vancouver Canucks alumni and the New Westminster firefighters. Country singers Chad Brownlee and Aaron Pritchett are also expected to suit up for the alumni team, whose roster often includes the likes of Kirk McLean, Cliff Ronning, Darcy Rota and Jyrki Lumme. Face-off is at 7 p.m., but pre-game action such as a barbecue, fire trucks and more gets underway at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for a family of four (two adults and two kids) or $5 per person.

They’re available at the door. Get inspired at Pecha Kucha New West, where 10 presenters will share their passion in short presentations featuring 20 images. The seventh instalment of this popular event takes place on Friday, Dec. 5 at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr. The presentations get started at 8 p.m., but the fun gets underway at 6:30 p.m. with drinks and musical entertainment. Tickets are $7. For tickets or information about the event or the speakers, visit www. pechakucha.org/ cities/new-westminster. Bundle up and head downtown to welcome Saint Nick when he comes to town in the Santa Claus Parade. The parade takes place along Columbia Street starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6.

Soak up some holievents are taking place day ambience at a inside Anvil Centre (777 variety of events takColumbia St.) between ing place at sevnoon and 4 eral downtown p.m., including locales following arts and crafts, the Santa Claus children’s story Parade. Shops time, performin New West ances and the will be offerFestival of ing photos with Trees. Santa (noon to Watch the 4 p.m.), Fraser Christmas River Discovery tree light(or more) Centre is hosting Things to do ing ceremony Merry Fishmas this weekend in Hyack (noon to 4 p.m.) Square. The and River Market is home annual event takes place to the holiday edition of on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 4 Royal City Farmers Market p.m. at the foot of Eighth (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) Several Street.

Tour six of the city’s heritage homes that are decked out in their holiday finery for this year’s Homes for the Holidays tour. The tour, which takes place on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., is a fundraiser for the Queen’s Park Care Centre. Tickets are $20 and available at www.qphf. org or locally at Royal City Colours, Brick & Mortar Living, Champagne Taste and Cadeaux Gifts and Home Embellishments. Enjoy some music of the season when the Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir and

Winter Harp take to the Massey Theatre stage on Sunday, Dec. 7 at 2:30 p.m. Canada’s largest male voice choir joins the Winter Harp ensemble, which features harps, flutes, percussion and rare medieval instruments, in an afternoon of Christmas music. Tickets range from $26 to $37 and are available at www.ticketsnw.ca. Email your Top 5 ideas to calendar@royalcityrecord. com or send them to tmc manus@royalcityrecord.com. Check out our full arts and events calendar listings at www.royalcityrecord.com. Compiled by staff reporter Theresa McManus

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ogs, cats and other pets are invited to drop by a local business and have their photo taken this weekend. Bosley’s in Columbia Square is holding its annual holiday pet photos with the Grinch on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. The event is a fundraiser for the New Westminster animal shelter. Each photo by Sam Chua

Photography is by a $10 donation per pet (digital copies only). Bosley’s Columbia Square is located at 113-1015 Columbia St. “Since January this year, we have raised just over $5,100 in food and supplies for the New Westminster animal shelter,” said storeowner Karima Jivraj in an email to The Record. “Our goal with the holiday photos with the Grinch (kids and families are welcome) is to raise at least $10,000, if not more, for the shelter.”

’Bellies collect food for those in need

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perishable food donations from residents of New Westminster, the pile of food to donate was extra high this year.”

its community spirit at a recent food drive and barbecue. Despite the chilly weather, the association’s third annual Christmas Food Drive and BBQ on Saturday, Nov. 29 was a big success. The event was held outside Queen’s Park Arena. “Over 1,000 non-perishable food items were collected and over $940 was raised serving Mikeburgers to NWMLA members, friends and family. All the proceeds will be donated to the New Westminster branch of the Salvation Army,” said association administrator Evelyn Skelton in an email to The Record. “Thanks to the special efforts by the U-14 boys’ field lacrosse team that collected non-

New West students excel at exam

Four New Westminster chartered accountant students excelled in a national exam that was held earlier this fall. Tsveta Anagnostos, HsiangLun Huang, Simran Sander and Justin Wright passed the national Uniform Evaluation (UFE), which was written over three days in September. They join 483 other B.C. students who successfully completed the exam.

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“On behalf of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of B.C. and Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia, I congratulate these students for successfully passing the UFE,” said Dan Little, president of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of B.C. “We welcome them to the ranks of B.C.’s professional accountants.” In order to become designated, students must complete rigorous course work, pass the Uniform Evaluation and work for 30 months in an approved training office. Send ideas and notices for Around Town to Theresa at tmc manus@royalcityrecord.com.

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Return-It School recycling program opens up a world of possibilities

Last year, over 3 million beverage containers were recycled through the Return-It School program

ith the end of 2014 just around the corner, Encorp Pacific (Canada) is reminding schools in British Columbia that there is still time to enroll in the Return-It School program. T he Ret u r n-It School recycling program started in 2000 and provides schools with the tools and support to implement or improve beverage container recycling programs. It is offered free to any registered elementary, middle or high school in British Columbia. As Joanne Drew from Windsor Secondary in North Vancouver explains, the ReturnIt School program is about more than just recycling beverage containers.

Her school has been involved for the past nine years. With the program, special needs students learn valuable life skills by participating in various community activities. “Our students learn practical life skills like learning how to communicate and fundraise by holding community bottle drives and handing out flyers. We use the extra resources to provide fun and interactive experiences for them so they learn to do everyday tasks. We take these everyday activities for granted but for these students, they are important lessons that impact their future.” The staff at Yale Secondary in Abbotsford couldn’t agree

more. Resource teacher Jim Heinrichs points out that all the deposit refunds go back into their special needs program. This gives them additional resources and freedom to provide more enrichment activities. “Not only do our students benefit by learning useful work and life skills, they also get to participate in more recreational outings like going to a farm, interacting with neighbours and also giving back to the community through charities. They experience rewards that go beyond just collecting bottles. It enables them to enjoy a sense of freedom.” Da na Wa i nw r ig ht, a parent and volunteer at David

Liv i ng stone Element a r y, emphasizes that it’s all about enriching the lives of students. “Whether it’s helping the school by making sure that every child goes on fieldtrips or purchasing technology and equipment that students need or even bringing in presenters and authors to speak at the school, at the end of the day, it’s the kids who benefit.” Organized annually by Encorp Pacific (Canada), a notfor-profit product stewardship corporation, the Return-It School program encourages students, teachers and parents to recycle and collect beverage containers. Participating schools are given everything they need to run the

program, including recycling bins, online support, educational resources, in class displays and mobile pickup where available, absolutely free. The schools keep all the deposit refunds earned. In 2013, some schools raised more than $10,000 to go towards their own resource programs. Teachers, parents and students can learn about the Return-It School program and register at returnitschool.ca

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As an experienced lawyer practicing corporate and commercial law; wills, trusts, and estates; and real estate transactions, Stephen Graf saw a good opportunity and opened up a boutique law firm in downtown New Westminster in January 2013. His downtown location provides convenient access to the courthouse library, the Land Title Office, legal support service providers such as Dye & Durham Corporation, and major banks. As a sole practitioner, Stephen values his clients’ time and is committed to providing professional and personalized services. “Because so much of my work goes on behind the scenes, I particularly value timely client communication,” says the longtime area resident and married father of three. “Client communication is a two-way street: actively listening to client concerns, and explaining legal matters in everyday language.” Educated in law at the University of B.C., Stephen also earned a business degree in management science from SFU. In May 2014, he marked 10 years of call to the British Columbia bar. Stephen offers a depth of experience and insight. He has established himself as a leader in cutting technology and legal services. He credits his success in part for the referral partnerships he has built over the years within the community. “I also enjoy a good working relationship with an experienced real estate paralegal whose skill with legal technology complements mine,” he says, adding he is a member of the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce. “I like using legal technology as long as it gives my clients a better experience. It can help me work faster for my clients without sacrificing accuracy, and it can provide more ways to communicate.” Stephen Graf looks forward to welcoming new and existing clients to his firm, located at #480-604 Columbia St., New Westminster. For more information, call 604-314-5700, email mail@stephengraf.com or visit www.stephengraf.com.

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Yes! Skin conditions are often a reflection of what is going on inside your body. I DO NOT use acupuncture needles on your face - rather I use Micro-Current and Color therapies instead. What makes micro-current different from every other treatment? Everything!! This therapy works from the inside out. Stimulation on body and facial points increases blood flow and collagen production. Then we work on the underlying muscles of your face to relax or tone those areas. The result is a youthful appearance.Your skin will glow, be hydrated, energized and lifted. Acne will heal much faster and reduced redness will be apparent. Remember, acupuncture is covered by Extended Health Care Plans.

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Electrolytes are minerals that dissolve in the body’s fluids,creating electrically charged ions like sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and phosphate. They’re trace minerals, meaning we only need a tiny amount - but we need them nonetheless. Luke Ramnath Our body fluids dissolve electrolytes (ions) to allow the flow (conduction) of electrical signals throughout the body to regulate nerve and muscle function and to maintain proper fluid balance and pH levels (to keep your blood from becoming too acidic or too alkaline). We see lots of ads for sports drinks that boost/replenish your electrolytes and help you perform better. But do you really need them? Be honest with yourself. If your workout intensity is light to moderate or if you lift heavy weights just long enough to see some muscle definition in the mirror, then water will do just fine. Energy drinks that contain electrolytes also contain 46 grams of sugar - enough to replenish all the calories you just burned! Sports drinks are made for the more high intensity/endurance fitness enthusiasts who are exercising for long periods of time (3+ hours) or in very hot conditions, where sodium losses through sweat can be profound. The right electrolyte balance is very important to the healthy functioning of your body. If you’re concerned about your electrolyte intake, please consult your doctor. You can maintain a healthy electrolyte balance by including these important electrolyte sources in your diet: • Calcium (spinach) • Potassium (dried apricots) • Magnesium (pumpkin seeds) I speak from first hand experience - YOU NEED TO EAT THESE FOODS OR SUPPLEMENT YOUR DIET with vitamins that contain these trace minerals in order to maintain your electrolyte balance.

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WESA represents the biggest change in BC estate planning law in about 80 years. This month, I’ll discuss three Stephen Graf changes. Next month, I’ll discuss three more. This column is legal information, not legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact me. 1. WESA changes what happens if you die (a) without a valid will or (b) with a valid will that doesn’t give away your whole estate. To ﬁnd heirs beyond your spouse and descendants, WESA looks down the lines of your parents’ descendants other than you. 2. Under WESA, a BC Supreme Court judge can still effectively rewrite your will if it doesn’t leave enough for your spouse or children. The limitation period is 180 days (formerly six months) after probate is granted. 3. Under WESA, you only have to be 16 to make a will. Your witnesses still have to be 19 or older. If you’re a beneﬁciary and you witness the will, your gift is void unless the BC Supreme Court saves it.

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Kids New West seeks parent ambassadors If you’ve got something to say about parenting, then this could be for you

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Kids New West wants to hear from parents or community members with something to say about raising kids in the Royal City. The committee is launching an ambassador program, which involves having New Westminsterites with an interest in parenting curate the group’s social media pages. The goal is to have people throughout the city share their views, concerns, stories, fun ideas, or whatever other tidbit they might want to pass on to Kids New

West followers. “It’s really about kind of cultivating that voice and creating conversations from parent to parent and not just committee to world,” says Jen Arbo, who owns Hyack Interactive, a marketing and communications company that has done consulting work for Kids New West. “I think it’s important for other people to get a chance to talk.” Kids New West hosts a website that connects families in the city with community service providers, information, resources and events. The ambassador position involves a week of managing posts and responding on the Kids New West Facebook page primarily, but it can also mean hosting the blog and its Twitter profile. Curators have the opportunity to shed light on issues that are important to

them personally, Arbo says. “They could blog about something that’s burning a hole in their bag,” she says. “It would be great to hear some personal stories.” As an example, Arbo has a friend who went through in vitro fertilization to conceive. “Without pushing her, I’d love to hear a little bit more of the trials and tribulations they felt going through that process,” explains Arbo. Other, more light-hearted, topics could be reviews of what some parents think are the most family-friendly businesses in New West, or what makes a family-friendly business. Arbo also suggests topics such as quick-and-healthy food choices, fun craft ideas and developmental milestones. They could write about how they sur-

vived teething, sleep-deprivation, temper tantrums, food-avoiders, teen angst, and on and on. There is really an unlimited bounty of parenting topics to focus on. The purpose of the ambassador program is to engage parents, especially those with preschool-aged kids who can be isolated compared to those with older children. “Early childhood years can be lonely,” says Arbo, a mom of a six-year-old boy. The hope is to help eliminate the isolation parents sometimes feel, and to bring more voices into the chorus of New West parents. Those who are interested in putting their unique stamp on the Kids New West social media channels, can sign up through the Facebook page at www. facebook.com/KidsNewWest or the website at kidsnewwest.ca.

Hospital earns $30,000 from Grey Cup touchdowns pledged to donate $10,000 for each touchdown scored by either team as part of the CP Has Heart Touchdowns program. Calgary scored two and Hamilton one, but a fourth by Ti-Cat Brandon Banks that could have won Hamilton the championship (and RCH some extra cash) was called back for an

An illegal block that cost the Hamilton Tiger-Cats the Grey Cup this Sunday cost the Royal Columbian Hospital’s cardiac unit $10,000. The good news is that the New West hospital still came away from the game with $30,000. During the CFL final, Canadian Pacific Railway had

illegal block. CP had already donated $90,000 to Royal Columbian during the playoffs, pledging $5,000 for each home-team touchdown. The funds will be used to buy equipment to improve critical cardiac care at RCH, B.C.’s busiest cardiac care centre, where four open-heart surgeries are per-

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Sound Wave handbell choir conductor Janet Nordstrand helps first-year ringer Natasha Lai conquer a tricky ringing technique called Martellato Lift during a rehearsal of the choir at Inman Elementary last week. Cornelia Naylor/

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Bells ring in the season

BY CORNELIA NAYLOR REPORTER cnaylor@burnabynow.com

Imagine getting together with 11 musical friends, sitting around a single piano and playing Eine Kleine Nachtmusik with each of you only responsible for a few of the keys. That’s kind of how a handbell choir operates,accordingtoJanetNordstrand – a music teacher at Burnaby’s Inman Elementary and longtime handbell conductor. “It really is quite an amazing feat of teamwork that they have to do together,” she said. Nordstrand’s Inman-based Sound Wave bell ensemble is gearing up for its first concert of the year at Queens Avenue United Church in New West Sunday, and she hopes her 10 ringers gel at just the right time. Christmas might be many people’s favourite season for handbell music, but it can be an unforgiving one for ringers, according to Nordstrand. “You’re often playing well-known melodies, so if something goes wrong, people know it,” she says. She remembers the first time her husband heard one of her choirs perform – in a year when there were a lot of brand new ringers. Their rendition of Jingle Bells went something like this: “Jin-gle bells, jingle bells, jin [blank][blank] [blank] way.” “The B player was on, but everybody else was off,” she says with a laugh. While it may make for the occasional funny story, however, her choir’s

music is no joke to Nordstrand. Since taking over the group 15 years ago, she says there have been times when it has moved her to tears. And when she got married, she used a recording of her bell choir as a processional. “They are such a huge part of my life,” Nordstrand says. She first took up the bells in her native Saskatoon when she was 12 years old. What drew her are many of the same things that still draw Sound Wave’s ringers today: friendship, a love of music and the shiny bells. “My friends and I just thought it was a really cool instrument,” Burnaby North Grade 11 student Pamela Liu says, “and having it make a sound and being able to be part of a choir was pretty cool to us at the time.” Liu now plays clarinet in Burnaby South’s marching band, but ringing bells with Nordstrand at Inman in Grade 5 was her musical start. Now a five-year veteran of Sound Wave, she likes the teamwork needed to play in a bell choir. “It’s kind of like playing sports, where everyone has their own role to play to make the overall group successful,” she says. The same thing attracted Burnaby Central Grade 8 student Kayla Yu. She was in Grade 4 at Morley Elementary when a bell choir performed at her school. As a piano player since about age four, her musical experiences had been pretty solitary until then. “I really enjoy music and I thought

it was really cool because I don’t really play with other people,” she says. Her piano background was helpful, but the bells came with new challenges too. “If you mess up in piano, you can just start wherever you want. In a group you have to keep going in the right places,” she says. Like most ringers, Yu says she has had her share of performance flubs, but Nordstrand says Sound Wave’s current members – who represent five schools and range in age from Grade 7 to Grade 11 – are a talented and committed bunch. Usually 12 strong, the group lost two ringers late this year, leaving the remaining 10 to pick up the slack – and extra bells. A couple of players, like Yu, can be in charge of as many as 10 bells for some songs. “It’s amazing what they are juggling and playing,” Nordstrand says. “I don’t think I could do it as a ringer.” The Burnaby school district has three sets of bells – worth about $30,000 each – and two district bell choirs. The second group, at Burnaby South Secondary, is conducted by the fortuitously named Rosemary Bell. Sound Wave performs at the 17th annual Carols and Bells concert at Queens Avenue United Church (529 Queens Ave.) in New Westminster on Sunday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. For details and ticket information, call 604-522-1606. twitter.com/CorNaylor

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Everything for a do-it-yourself holiday at the library BY ALICIA DOBBS CONTRIBUTOR editorial@royalcityrecord.com

ow that December is here, for many of us, this means the beginning of the holiday gift-buying season. Instead of braving mall traffic and lineups, why not try out some homemade presents this year? Whether you’re a novice or veteran crafter, the New Westminster Public Library can help you get this year’s do-it-yourself gifting together! Start by getting some ideas from big crafts books like Holiday Crafts, Handmade Gifts, Simply Handmade, or the Everything Family Christmas Book, which include a variety of different things to do and make. Do you enjoy knitting? Try 50 Knitted Gifts for Year-

round Giving. Sewing? Check out Sew the Perfect Gift. Sculpting? Ask for Quick and Easy Gifts in Polymer Clay. Gardening? Get Gifts from the Garden. Quilting? See Last-minute Patchwork & Quilted Gifts. Making cute animals out of felt? Pick up Heartfelt Holidays. Reducing, reusing, and recycling? Grab Upcycling Celebrations. Cutting up paper? Try the Big Book of Holiday Papercrafts, or perhaps the Big Book of Handmade Cards and Gift Wrap. Something else entirely? Ask a librarian to help you find something to suit your interests. Edible gifts are almost always a welcome sight under the tree, and can be cheap and easy to make as

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o you suffer from frequent or persistent back pain? If so, you have probably heard that the best way to address these symptoms is a consistent, well-structured, abdominal and core strengthening program. But we understand, the reality is not always so simple. Especially if you have a seated occupation or a generally sedentary lifestyle, achieving this kind of structure can be a lot easier suggested than done. First of all, even if your core strength is significantly limited, don’t feel too self-conscious. After all, even many seemingly active individuals, athletes and regular exercisers often tend to neglect their

core conditioning programs. For them, this can lead to sub-par competitive performances and serious athletic injuries. I’m ready to work on core strength. How do I start? In as little as 10 minutes on three days per week, you can strengthen your core to decrease back pain and improve your quality of life. The key is to focus on performing the most effective and efficient abdominal exercises possible. Pelvic Tilt: Lie on your back on top of a mat or other soft surface and bend your knees so the soles of your feet touch the ground. Tense your core muscles and press your lower back down toward the ground or a rolled-up towel. Hold for one second, then release. As you press down, you should feel your pelvis begin to tilt up. But do not allow it to quite lift up off the ground. For the best results, complete two slow sets of 15 repetitions.

Alternating Side Crunches: Lie on your back with your feet flat on the floor and hands resting at the sides of your head. As you lift your shoulders from the ground to perform a crunch, also rotate your core so your right elbow approaches your left knee. Return to a neutral position before rising up to the opposite side. Try to perform two sets of at least 20 repetitions. Single Leg Raises: Lie on your back with your core engaged, one leg bent, and your other straight and resting. Lift your straight leg as high as possible or until perpendicular to the floor, then return to the start position. Make sure your lower back remains pressed firmly against the ground for the entire movements. Perform eight repetitions before switching legs. Shaun Karp is a certified personal trainer in Burnaby. For further information call his office at 604-420-7800 or visit www.karpfitness.com.

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Christmas in 1914 OUR PAST

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his year has seen a major theme worldwide, being the recognition of the beginning dates of the two world wars: 100 years for the First World War in 1914 and 75 years for the Second World War in 1939. A presentation at the December New Westminster Historical Society event will feature, in recognition of these sombre anniversaries, a look at the Royal City’s Christmases of 1914 and 1939. From 1914 we find the Christmas season described as usual, though a number of items give strong evidence that all is not as it might be, in fact many things are different. The daily papers featured many articles about the war but still noted local social, business and industrial activities. A clothing store on Clarkson Street was hav-

ing a sale of coats that were made in B.C. of English woollens and asked in its ad copy, “Would you wear a coat ‘Made in Germany’?” This same feeling was repeated in a front page headline stating “British public clamours for victory by Christmas” and “Does not care where the decisive success is attained so long as the Germans are beaten.” There were many events that focused on what was described as “poor children” with the Salvation Army and the firefighters being prominently involved. Another event of note was put on by the Ladies of the Relief Committee who offered refreshments, a fun theatre performance, and a “Christmas tree” (meaning gifts from Santa) to 60 children and mothers who attended. This was to provide a “good time for dependents of soldiers.” They were helped by a Boy Scout group, and the automobile club drove the participants home. An interesting editorial comment on Boxing Day referred to the holiday under the heading

“Christmas in the Royal City.” One line in particular highlighted the differences in 1914. “New Westminster has looked after her own generously this Christmas season, has been proud and happy in sending giftgreetings to the soldiers who are fighting in battles for humanity and civilization.” Christmas in 1914 in New Westminster saw considerable shopping in stores, lots of sales of gift items, many sites that headlined toys for girls and boys, a number of grocery stores featuring their selections of baked goods and dried fruit, and many references to Christmas dinners. There were many social events, presentations, parties and concerts, and the various churches were active, not only with their regular services, but also with special carol services on the days leading up to Dec. 25 and all the days immediately after. The Historical Society program will include much more on this theme on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 7:30 p.m. in the New Westminster Public Library auditorium. The library is at 716 Sixth St.

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◗ Calendar of Events

◗SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7

Carols and Bells, 7 p.m., Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave. Tickets at the door or www.queensavenue. org. Ringers from Burnaby, New Westminster, Maple Ridge and Langley. Special appearance of Los Castores Mariachi Band.

◗SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13 Brewery District Christmas gift and craft fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sapperton Pensioners Hall, 318 Keary St. A wide range of vendors and artisans offer the perfect gifts for your family and friends. Admission is by donation, proceeds to be donated to charity.

◗SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20 Traditional Ukrainian Christmas bake sale. Sale of borscht, cabbage rolls, perogies, pampushky, poppy seed rolls, kolachy, pies and more. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Holy Eucharist Church Hall, Fourth Avenue and Fifth Street. Info: 604-526-0988 or 604-522-7711.

◗ONGOING Community kitchens for men, Tuesday mornings until Dec. 9, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Shiloh Sixth Avenue United Church 1111 Sixth Ave. Participants will learn how to plan, cook, and share healthy, nutritious meals while spending time in a friendly setting. This is a great way for men to get together, be social and enjoy the benefits of cooking and eating a delicious and healthy meal. If you would like to lead a healthier lifestyle, come and join us. All ages are welcome. To register call Patricia Davison at 604-5259144 or 604-764-1358 or com munitykitchens@fsgv.ca. Are you passionate about the Fraser River, do you enjoy meeting new people and working with children? Do you have a few hours to spare? Fraser River Discovery Centre is looking for volunteers to help lead its school program during the school year. No special background or experience is required, only an interest in working with children, a desire to learn about the Fraser River and a weekday morning or afternoon you can dedicate to the centre. To arrange a visit, call 604-521-8401, email Cindy Li at cli@fraserriverdiscovery. org. More information and application forms are available at www.fraserriverdiscovery. org. Tillicum Toastmasters, meets every Monday (except holidays) 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action Church hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Do you want to get over your fear of public speaking? Do you want to learn the how to’s within a supportive environment? Do you want to nail that upcoming interview for your dream job? Take the first step and join us for our next meeting and see what we’re all about. All guests welcomed for free. No obligation to speak or sign up. Look forward to seeing you there Join a book club at the library, The adult book club is held the third Thursday evening of the month at 7 p.m. from September to June. Register

at 604-527-4667 or listener@ nwpl.ca. Burnaby and New Westminster Newcomers Friendship Club, welcomes women who are new to the area, as well as longtime residents. Meet women of all ages and cultures to make new friends. Dinner meetings on the second Wednesday of each month, plus various events including book club, craft group, social Saturdays, etc. For info, contact Doris at dorisfriend@gmail.com or call 604-492-4638 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Visit www.burnaby newwestminsternewcomers. com. Just Pros Toastmasters, meets first and third Saturdays of month, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Justice Institute, 715 McBride Blvd. For advanced Toastmasters. Info: www.toast masters.org. St. Barnabas thrift store, open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A few more volunteers also sought. Call Gail or David, 604-5263033. New Westminster Tinnitus Support Group, meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m., Century House, 620 Eighth St., ABC Room. Tinnitus is a ringing, humming, buzzing or other sound in our head or ears that doesn’t have an outside source. The group discusses the latest treatment information and coping and stress reduction techniques and offers encouragement and camaraderie to help combat this debilitating condition. For more information, contact group leader Gerald Blackwell at 604-600-9142 or email nwtinn@inbox.com. Naranon Support Group, a 12 Step program for relatives and friends of those affected by drug abuse and addiction problems. Meets every Monday evening from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., 323 Eighth St. (group room), New Westminster. All welcome. Call 604-878-8844 for more info. Are you gay, bi-sexual or just not sure? Need a safe place to talk? HOMINUM is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bi-sexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. Meets every Monday evening in locations around Metro Vancouver. For information and meeting location: call Don at 604-329-9760 or Art at 604-462-9813.

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Writers Discovery Group, meets on the second Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon, New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. We welcome all writers wanting to reader their work and meet other writers who would like to discuss their writing style. Pregnant and parenting program for youth 24 years and under, open to New Westminster and Burnaby residents. Bus tickets, produce, meals and resources. Come check us out. Call 604-2986245 for more information. Codependents Anonymous Freedom Group, a twelve-step program for men and women who want healthier, more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meetings are every Monday at 7:30 p.m.

in the Neil Russell room, third floor, Columbia Tower at the Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St. For more information call Sue at 604580-8889 or the CoDA Info Line at 604-515-5585. Canadian Mental Health Association’s Simon Fraser Branch, run and walk club, all welcome. Info: Madeleine Hawkins at 604-516-8080 or sf.runlogistics@cmha.bc.ca. Volunteers needed, for Harmony Court Care Centre and Estate. If you are patient and enthusiastic and enjoy working with seniors, opportunities are available. Call Mary Aaron at 604527-3322 or e-mail maaron@ agecare.ca. Sapperton Pensioners, meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 318 Keary St. New

members welcome. Info: 604724-9722. Netherlands Association, speak Dutch with others and celebrate your heritage. Visit www. dutchnetwork.ca or contact Edie, ediebijdemast@telus.net or 604-536-3394. Royal City Communicators, meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at the Cameron Recreation Centre, 9523 Cameron St., Burnaby, helping those who are afraid to speak in public. Information: 604-939-5088. Al-Anon and Alateen, help those whose lives are affected by someone else’s drinking. Call 604-688-1716. Council of Senior Citizens’ Organizations (COSCO), an advocacy group devoted to improving the quality of life for

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seniors, invites membership and affiliation from seniors’ organizations, associations and individuals. Info: Ernie Bayer, 604-576-9734 or ecbayer@ shaw.ca. Fraserside Employment Resource Centre, offers oneto-one support with employment counsellors, connecting people to no-cost career and job search services and helping people develop a plan to reach their job or career goal. Call 604-522-9701 for appointment. Parkinson’s group meets first Tuesday of the month, Century House in Moody Park, 1 to 3 p.m. Info: Margo Prentice 604526-1997. Send non-profit events and updated information for ongoing listings to calendar@ royalcityrecord.com.

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Tips on Christmas greenery GARDENING

ANNE MARRISON

o matter how large or small your home, there are green ways of celebrating Christmas, from threemetre Christmas trees to compact tabletop centrepieces. But when caring for any size Christmas tree, it’s vital to know that temperatures inside homes are far too hot and dry for trees to be happy for long. This is true whether your tree is a cut one or a living one. Living trees need lots of water and shouldn’t stay inside more than 10 days. Any longer and their buds may start growing, only to be injured when they’re outside in the frost. The larger living trees tend to be relatively short and very heavy (because of all those healthy roots). With cut trees, the water-conducting tubes will have sealed shut. That’s why the end should be re-cut when you get it home. Then it needs

to stand in water. The best tree stands have a big water container that needs topping up very frequently. It’s amazing how wide and branchy a tree can become once you drag it into your living-room. Hopefully you will have already invested in loppers and be prepared to do some emergency pruning. The bonus you get is extra boughs to use around the house with garlands, bows or other decorations. But it’s much easier to measure your space beforehand and take the measure with you to check out likely trees. Artificial trees come in all sizes. Some are full height but very narrow. Many of the shorter ones are pre-lit, which is laboursaving but does rather limit creativity. Even living trees can be found in tabletop sizes usually in pots small enough to be carried home. Small holly plants are sometimes sold, especially the dwarf blue hollies. These usually have blackish-green small leaves and are very slow-growing and hardy. When they begin fruiting, their berries aren’t held in huge trusses but usually scattered through-

out the branches. People with large, wellstocked gardens can make wreath bases themselves from grapevine stems or other climbers. Or they can buy wreath bases and fill in the details themselves: evergreen branches, holly or other berries and possibly Christmas decorations. Or buy greenbranchy wreaths and take it from there. A quick and easy way of organizing Christmas decorations is arranging green and berried branches in vases inside or in earthfilled containers outside (above the sleeping spring bulbs perhaps). Possibilities here are endless: Some people like to add contorted branches, sometimes painted white, silver or gold. Cones, either natural or painted gold or silver-tipped, can be wired into branches. Natural berries tend to drop, but garden centres have some manufactured berry branches that don’t. One crucial point with small centrepieces is to beware of candles. All conifers contain resins that are highly flammable when branches age and dry out. Send gardening questions to amarrison@shaw.ca.

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◗ IN THE GAME

Barca experiment proving successful ◗P32 Steelers stop losing skid ◗P32

SECTION COORDINATOR Tom Berridge, 604-444-3022 • tberridge@royalcityrecord.com

Old-timers looking for new blood BY TOM BERRIDGE SPORTS EDITOR tberridge@royalcityrecord.com

If you have your mornings free and $10 in your pocket, an old-timers hockey group that plays together at the Burnaby Winter Club wants you. For decades, weekday mornings at the BWC had been so well attended by master-aged hockey players that on occasion an overflow had to be sent home. But in the last few years, numbers for the high-end group, which meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, have declined to a point that fielding two lines has become an issue. “Lots go south and a lot of guys play league at the Great Pacific Forum and on the North Shore,” said Newfoundland native Robin Ross, who now lives in Burnaby. The over-70 hockey league in Delta has siphoned off some former regulars. Injuries and age are other facts of life that have a bearing on future numbers. The winter club’s Tuesday and Thursday sessions are experiencing no shortage of players, but the faster group, in particular those that come out on Wednesday, could you use a few more bodies, said Ross, who heard about the BWC after running a Greater Vancouver league out of Burnaby Lake Arena up until 2005. “I wanted to keep going, but I couldn’t keep up. I talked about starting retiree’s hockey,” said Ross. “I was told to call Lynn (Mason) and I’ve been playing three days a week ever since.” Mason, inducted as a

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Never too old: An old-timers hockey group needs more players to bolster its fun, weekday morning playing sessions at the Burnaby Winter Club. builder in the Burnaby Sports Hall of Fame, started old-timers morning hockey at the winter club in the 1960s. The group is made up of individuals from all walks of life and largely limited organized hockey backgrounds. Perhaps surprisingly, few, if any of the players, have a background in junior hockey. Arny Wise, 69, who once rubbed shoulders with Paul Henderson on an Oakville, Ont. oldtimers team, is otherwise typical of the players that regularly turn out for a morning skate. Originally from Toronto, Wise has a fond recollection of playing pond hockey as a youth.

“We played during recess and after school. We took our skates to school. We didn’t need artificial ice, there wasn’t any,” said Wise, who now calls Vancouver home. Seventy-eight-yearold John Phillips of Peterborough, Ont. has a similar story. “I think everyone will agree it’s a lot of fun,” Phillips said, “and the camaraderie is really great.” Phillips began playing shinny on outdoor ice, but stopped playing in the 1950s, before picking it up again 20 years later after moving to Ottawa. Barry Anderson, originally from Saskatoon and a relative young ’un at 64, is a converted goalie for the

old-timers. He played hockey in rec leagues most of his life and now is indispensible in goal. Anderson says, some of the grey-haired shooters still have that old magic with a stick and puck. “Oh yeah, Lynn Mason is 81 and he can dipsydoodle. He’ll go forehand/backhand and lift (the puck) over you. He’s like a 65-year-old,” said Anderson. Another goalie that comes out is a local church pastor. There is an 82year-old from Bellingham, Washington who has been making the drive north for years. There is also a woman who participates reguarly. The youngest player

is 49 years old and they range in professions from physics professor to posties and come from all over the Lower Mainland to play. That’s the beauty of the weekday mornings, added Anderson. “When you get into a hockey rink there are no work distinctions at all,” he said. “I can see guys 60 to 65, saying ‘They’re not up to it.’ I’d say, ‘They should come down to the rink any day at 10 o’clock and see what it’s like,’” said Ross. Interested players can get in touch with Ross at 604-420-2624 or email him robinross@telus.net. Individuals can also leave a message at the winter club at 604-299-7788.

Burnaby left side named player of the week Kelsi Boroevich of Burnaby was named the PacWest volleyball female athlete of the week. Boroevich, a graduate of Burnaby Central Secondary School, has showcased her talents throughout the first half of the 2014-15 season for the Blues. This past weekend was a highlight for Boroevich, helping the first-place Blues sweep a weekend series with the College of the Rockies Avalanche. On Saturday afternoon the Blues defeated the Avalanche 25-23, 26-24, 25-21. Boroevich contributed 15 kills on offence as well as two aces. On defence, she recorded 14 digs and made only two errors to help the Blues to the win. On Sunday afternoon, the Blues completed the weekend double-header, winning 25-19, 25-20, 26-24. The left-side hitter was again the top performer for the Blues, showing confidence and poise, while earning 13 digs, 17 kills, one error, and one block. Boroevich is in her third year of eligibility in the PacWest. The Capilano University women’s volleyball team

is currently ranked third in the Canadian Colleges’ national volleyball rankings and placed first overall in the PacWest standings with a record of 11-1, including a league-best 35 sets won and just 12 lost going into the Christmas break. Next up for the Blues are away games against Columbia Bible College on Friday, Jan. 9 and on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015. The Douglas College men’s team ended the first-half of the PacWest schedule in top spot with a 10-2 record. The Royals swept a two-game series in straight sets against the College of the Rockies, winning 26-24, 25-12, 25-23 in a rare Thursday night matchup, before taking the rematch 25-23, 25-20, 25-22 on Friday night. Scott Devlin of Douglas currently leads the PacWest with 66 blocks. George Thompson and Matt Santema are third and fourth, respectively, in total kills and sixth and seventh in service aces, with 21 and 18 in their first 12 games this season. tberridge@royalcityrecord.com

High school hoops tip off St. Thomas More Collegiates senior girls’ basketball team opened the high school basketball season with a runner-up finish at the Bryne Creek tournament last weekend. Anjelika Ku and Leilani Carney led the Knights with 11 points apiece in a 7852 loss to the Brookswood Bobcats in the tournament final last Saturday. STM advanced to the final following a 44-38 win over Charles Best in the semifinals. Carney posted a team-high 13 points for the Burnaby independent. Earlier, STM knocked off Argyle 68-45 behind Zion Corrales-Nelson’s 17-point effort. The Knights opened the tournament with a 70-36 win over Burnaby Mountain. In league play, STM had an easy time in its season opener, defeating Crofton House 71-23 on Tuesday. Nadine Stewart led the way with 14 points for the Knights.

NW nip Killarney

The New Westminster Hyacks gutted out a narrow 79-75 win over Killarney in Lower Mainland high school senior boys’ basketball on Tuesday. Airon Nisperos topped the Hyacks with 28 points, while Tony Wang chipped in with 18 points. Justin Aidoo also added 14 points to the scoreline.

Jr. girls beat MR

In Burnaby/New Westminster junior girls’ high school hoops, New Westminster topped Maple Ridge 47-23. The Hyacks were led by Sarah Forgie with a teamhigh 22 points. Keja Davis and Jaime Lee added 10 and nine points, respectively.

Sr. girls in Maui

Kelsi Boroevich: Has more than 100 kills this season.

The New Westminster Hyack senior girls’ team is currently in Hawaii on a week-long playing trip on Maui. The tour wraps up this weekend at the King Kekaulike tournament, beginning with a game against Kamehameha on Friday.

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Break out: A New Westminster skater legs the puck out of his own end against the Burnaby Winter Club in a weekend Pac Coast contest.

Barca continues dominance BY TOM BERRIDGE SPORTS EDITOR tberridge@royalcityrecord.com

New West Barcelona’s experiment of playing above its age group continues to prove successful. Several years ago, the Royal City soccer association club team made the decision to challenge itself by moving up a division in B.C. Coastal girls’ soccer. The u-17/18 Barca continued that trend this season in the Metro Women’s Soccer League under-21 A division with encouraging results. To date, NW Barcelona has yet to lose a game and is making a strong case for a runaway debut season with a 10-0-1 record. Last month, Barca post-

ed a 7-0 win over last-place Vancouver Pumas to pump up its league-leading 57 goals for and skimpy 11 goals against. As of this week, Barca led the league’s collegiate division by nine points more than seccond-place Croatia Threat. Rachel Hutchinson, with 15 goals in 11 games so far this season, tops the overall scoring parade by a long shot. “Barca continues to employ a skilful possession-based philosophy that focuses on technical proficiency, strong tactical decision making, and swift ball movement,” said New Westminster head coach Shawn Cody. Barcelona’s close ties

with Trinity Western University-based Fraser Valley Action under varsity head coach Graham Roxburgh is both unique and invaluable, Cody added. The results are clearly evident, and with a number of the Barca players recently committed to post-secondary programs, the future continues to look bright for the elite club. Two of the newest Barca players to commit early are New Westminster’s Juliet Davies to the University of Regina and Jessica Filippelli of Burnaby to TWU. Hutchinson committed to Trinity Western earlier last summer and more announcements are to come, Cody said.

Your guide to HOLIDAY GIFTING, HOSTING & TOASTING!

Steelers stop losing streak Maximillian Fritz scored a goal in his first game with the Grandview Steelers following a trade from the Aldergrove Kodiaks just the day before. Fritz, a Coquitlam hockey product, tied the score 1-1 in the second period to spark a 3-1 victory over the Richmond Sockeyes in Pacific Junior Hockey League play at the Burnaby Winter Club on Sunday. His game-tying goal was the first of the season for the junior B rookie, who had just four assists in his first 18 games prior to being dealt to Grandview for future considerations on Nov. 29. First star Matteo Belmonte tallied his first two goals this season, both coming in a four-minute span in the third period to give Grandview the win. The victory snapped a six-game losing slide by

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Season ﬁrst: Maximillian Fritz celebrates his ﬁrst goal as a Steeler in a 3-1 win over Richmond on Sunday. the Steelers. Cole McInnes was called on to make just 18 saves for his sixth win of the season. The win also prevented the Sockeyes from moving into a first-place tie with Tom Shaw conference leaders North Vancouver Wolf Pack.

Grandview has a busy week ahead with three games in four days, including back-to-back games in Port Moody on Saturday and at home at the Burnaby Winter Club against the Delta Ice Hawks on Sunday at 4 p.m. – Tom Berridge

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