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Could night school have been saved? School district budget shows a $3.2-million surplus Cornelia Naylor

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The New Westminster school district could have saved its night school and still ended up with a $650,000 surplus last year, according to audited financial statements approved by the board recently. Trustees voted unanimously to cut the night school and save $100,000 when they approved the 2014/15 preliminary budget in April 2014. The cut was part of an effort to slash $2.69 million from the budget and pay down the district’s deficit. A group of adult students, many of whom were recent immigrants to Canada, turned up at the 2014 meeting to voice their concerns about losing the program, which allowed them to work during the day and receive language instruction at night. Board chair Jonina Campbell had continued on page 9

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From left, Kendall, 12, Rowynn, 5, Natalie, 12, and Kamryn, 6 were among the volunteers at the fifth annual TD Tree Day planting event in lower Hume Park. About 30 volunteers planted nearly 300 plants from 12 different native species on Oct. 18. PHOTO CHUNG CHOW

Uptown Live set to make a return Council approves funds for indie music event, but one councillor isn’t happy about a date conflict with 12th Street festival Theresa McManus

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If you’re a fan of indie bands, food trucks and street parties, you’ll be happy to know that Uptown Live is set to return to New West in 2016. Council has approved a recommendation from the city’s festival committee to allow Uptown Live to be held on Saturday, July 23, 2016. It’s also approved a festival grant of $37,000 ($30,000 cash and $7,000 in inkind city services) in 2016, 2017 and 2018. The date of next year’s festival didn’t

sit well with Coun. Chuck Puchmayr, as it means Uptown Live will be held on the same weekend as the 12th Street Music Festival. Puchmayr, who volunteers and performs at the 12th Street Music Festival, said festival organizers previously expressed concern about the impacts of having two music festivals on the same weekend and thinks that festival’s organizers should be consulted before a decision is made. “The logistics of having a whole bunch of people show up on a Saturday to come to NewWestminster to come to a similar event with great music, lots of vendors – almost an

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Life’s pretty good: survey City commissions survey to help guide its five-year financial plan Theresa McManus

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Survey says … Royal City residents would prefer to pay a bit more in taxes to maintain city services. The city commissioned Ipsos Reid to survey residents to help guide the city in preparing a five-year financial plan. “The results are really quite favourable,” said Gary Holowatiuk, the city’s director of finance and information technology. “Council has this information now. As we get into budget deliberations, which will start in November, this will be front-ofmind for council.” Holowatiuk said Ipsos Reid polled residents about a wide range of topics including quality of life in New Westminster, top-

of-mind issues, city services and capital expenditures. He said the city will use the survey results to help guide the development of the 2016 to 2020 financial plan. Although council received the report at its Oct. 26 meeting, Holowatiuk didn’t delve into the results because a representative from Ipsos Reid will be making a presentation about the findings at the Nov. 2 evening council meeting. When asked what services the city could reduce or eliminate, 83 per cent of survey respondents said none. Suggestions for specific ways to reduce or eliminate city services included transportation (including removing parking meters), reducing municipal government spending, placing a cap on government salaries,

and charging user fees for services/recreation facilities. When given a choice between increased taxes or service cuts, the report said 56 per cent of citizens prefer tax increases and 34 per cent opt for service cuts. “Overall, 62 per cent of citizens say they would support a tax increase in the range of two per cent to three per cent in order to maintain existing city services and meet annual funding challenges,” said the Ipsos Reid report. According to the report, Royal City residents are “decidedly positive” about the quality of life in the city today, with 98 per cent rating it as very good or good. Ipsos Reid found the percentage of respondents rating the quality of life as very good has steadily increased

over the past few years and is now nearly double the 2006 baseline measurements. “Transportation dominates the public issue agenda,” stated the report. “Analysis of year-over-year tracking data shows significant negative shifts in opinion for key transportation metrics this year. Replacing or upgrading transportation infrastructure is now a top priority.” Nearly seven in 10 residents named transportation as the most important issue facing the community.This includes traffic congestion, traffic flow, roads, public transit, condition of bridges, parking and condition of sidewalks. COMMENT ON THIS STORY

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How do New West residents feel about life? Here’s a snapshot of some of the findings of the survey: ! 98 per cent of citizens rate the overall quality of life in New Westminster as good (56 per cent) or very good (42 per cent). ! 92 per cent of citizens are satisfied with the overall level and quality of services provided by the city. ! 91 per cent say city facilities and ser-

vices are affordable and accessible. (This belief is higher among people with household incomes of $80,000 or more.) ! 88 per cent feel New Westminster is a walkable community. ! 87 per cent believe the city is a place where residents feels safe and secure. ! 86 per cent agreed the city delivers efficient and effective services.

! 83 per cent feel the city provides good and accessible governance.

! 73 per cent say growth in the city is reasonably managed.

! 72 per cent believe there is an appropriate level of public engagement on civic matters. ! 54 per cent believe the city is responding to its transportation needs.

Misconduct is not believed to be a contributing factor in the death of a man in New Westminster earlier this month, according to the independent body that oversees police agencies in B.C. The recent finding has to do with an incident that began around 3 a.m. on Oct. 5, when officers with the New Westminster Police Department were dispatched to the Pattullo Bridge for reports of a man in distress. “After significant efforts to negotiate with the male, officers were unsuccessful in their attempts to have him returned to a place of safety,” stated a media release from the Independent

Investigations Office of B.C Investigators say the man jumped from the bridge. He did not survive. Because police officers were actively engaged with the man prior to his death, the Independent Investigations Office was called to the scene to determine whether the officers committed any wrongdoing in their handling of the situation. After a day-long investigation, the independent office concluded that none of the officers’ actions was a direct factor in the man’s death, ultimately releasing jurisdiction back to the police department and B.C. Coroners Service. – Cayley Dobie

Murder trial set for April 2016 A trial date has been set for a New Westminster teen accused of killing a 19-yearold nearly two years ago. The local teen, whose name cannot be released under theYouth Criminal Justice Act, is charged with second-degree murder for allegedly killing Karim Meskine on Dec. 17, 2013. Meskine, a Surrey resident, was on his way to 22nd Street SkyTrain station when he was attacked.The accused allegedly beat Meskine, causing severe injuries

and leaving him in a coma. Meskine’s family took him off life support a few days later. After several court appearances since his arrest, the now 17-year-old will stand trial in provincial court on April 11, 2016. Before his trial, he is scheduled to appear in court on March 8 for a pretrial conference. The accused remains in custody at the Burnaby Youth Detention Centre. – Cayley Dobie

Inquest in casino shooting death A jury will hear from witnesses to a fatal 2012 shooting outside of Starlight Casino when the B.C. Coroners Service holds a public inquest in February. The inquest into the death of Mehrad Bayrami is scheduled to start Feb. 9, 2016. Bayrami, 48, was shot outside the Starlight Casino in Queensborough on Nov. 18, 2012, following a five-hour standoff with police.The Richmond resident died in hospital 10 days later. Last year, charges were laid against the Delta po-

lice officer who was alleged to have shot Bayrami, causing his death.These charges were stayed a short while later, citing lack of evidence. At the public inquest, a presiding coroner, Dr. D. Kelly Barnard in this case, and a jury will hear from witnesses about the facts of the fatal police-involved shooting. Once all witnesses have been heard, the jury will have an opportunity to make recommendations “aimed at preventing deaths under similar circumstances,” stated a press release. – Cayley Dobie

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Life’s pretty good in New Westminster Here’s some good news for the folks at New Westminster City Hall:We’re pretty happy with life here in our fine city. According to an Ipsos Reid survey commissioned by the city, 98 per cent of citizens rate the overall quality of life in New Westminster as good (56 per cent) or very good (42 per cent). That’s a satisfaction rating that would certainly be the envy of many a politician across this country of ours.

The survey was commissioned by the city to help guide its five-year financial plan. It asked questions designed to help find out where residents think the city is doing well and where it has room to improve, as well as where residents’ priorities lie: with services, or with tax cuts. On that front, it seems a majority of us (56 per cent) would prefer to see tax increases over service cuts.

On the other hand, a sizeable number (34 per cent) would prefer service cuts over tax increases, so the city shouldn’t take that as carte blanche to just keep increasing taxes. However, it does give our civic leaders some leeway in planning priorities for the next five years. And the survey can also give our leaders some confidence they’re headed in the right direction. For instance, 92 per cent of respondents

are satisfied with the overall level and quality of services provided by the city, while 91 per cent say city facilities and services are affordable and accessible. Other good numbers: 88 per cent feel New West is a walkable community; 87 per cent believe it’s a place where residents feel safe and secure; 83 per cent feel the city provides good and accessible governance. These are all positive signs that the city has al-

ready set out on a path that most of its residents are happy to continue along. But we hope the results of the survey don’t go to city council’s head, since it also showed there’s still room for improvement. Probably not surprisingly, the biggest area of concern was traffic and transportation. Nearly seven in 10 residents named transportation as the most important issue facing the community, and

only 54 per cent of those surveyed believe the city is responding to its transportation needs. Those numbers should reiterate what city council undoubtedly already knows: We’ve got to solve our transportation woes, sooner rather than later. The people have spoken. Now it’s over to you, city council. Take good care of our future, won’t you?

MY VIEW KEITH BALDREY

Don’t scrap FPTP just yet Prime Minister-designate Justin Trudeau has promised a lot of things, but one of those campaign promises may be tricky to pull off. While it’s easy to fulfil big spending promises, it is something else entirely to implement a wholesale public policy change, especially one that goes to the heart of democracy. I’m referring to his stated vow to change the way we elect federal members of Parliament. It’s all part of his 32-point plan to “restore democracy to Canada” first announced last summer. Some parts of that democracy plan sound plausible and relatively simple to implement: a weekly question period devoted to grilling the prime minister, new spending limits for political parties and a 50-50 gender split in cabinet membership, among other things. However, scrapping the way we determine who actually gets to run this country is a far more serious matter than any of those other proposals. Trudeau has promised to scrap the current system – called first-past-thepost, or “FPTP” – within 18 months, after study by an all-party committee. Presumably, the committee would come up with a voting model based on some form of proportional representation. A large number of Canadians have already said no to scrapping the FPTP system at the provincial level. British Columbians have voted down pro-

posed changes twice in referendums (2005 and 2009) and so have Ontario voters (2007) and Prince Edward Islanders (2005). Unfortunately, the new prime minister is not offering to let Canadians decide whether or not they want to change how they elect their federal politicians through a national referendum, as those three provinces did. For anyone to argue that many people voted for Trudeau and his Liberal party in the recent federal election based solely on his vow to scrap our voting method is laughable.The issue was hardly even mentioned during the campaign. Trudeau is opting to allow politicians (of all people) to come up with a new voting system, a conflict of interest if there ever was one. To be sure, there are problems with our current system. It does indeed allow a political party to form government with less than 50 per cent of the vote, but so what? Proportional representation usually delivers the same kind of outcome. Political scientists can put together long lists of both advantages and disadvantages for various forms of proportional representation. They can do the same for our current FPTP system. How we vote is a complex issue, and an emotional one for many. Allowing politicians to make arbitrary decisions on how we exercise this most basic democratic right is destined to fail. Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global B.C.

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Kindergarten gets longer About 140 little ones would soon be spending all day at school as the New West school district announced it was implementing full-day kindergarten at four elementary schools. “Full-day kindergarten is probably one of the most important policy initiatives that government has introduced over the past 30 years,” said then-superintendent John Woudzia.The full-day kindergarten program was set to begin in the fall.

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Dear New West Mayor and Councillors, When will the so-called “temporary experiment” of the Alberta Street diverter be complete? Even before the ill-advised Alberta Street diverter, the traffic counts clearly showed that the Keary Street situation was far worse than Alberta Street. The traffic volumes on Keary Street were 40 per cent higher than Alberta Street prior to the diverter being installed. Since the installation of the diverter, counts were taken showing that the volume of traffic on Keary Street is now well over 100 per cent more than Alberta Street. During many intervals throughout the day the traffic counts on Keary Street are near TRIPLE that of Alberta Street. That is well in excess of 5,000 more vehicles per week on Keary Street vs Alberta Street since the diverter was installed. Since the installation of the diverter, Keary Street residents have suffered the noise, nuisance and danger of more than 120,000 more vehicles than Alberta Street residents. Considering the danger aspect, the May/June counts also showed that Keary Street had 535 dangerous speeders (vehicles travelling more than 10 km/hr over the speed limit) in one week while Alberta Street had only 10 in an entire week. That is more than 50 times more dangerous speeders in one week. This does not even take into account the fact that Keary Street has a 30km/hr school zone which does not exist on Alberta Street. If the school zone were properly monitored the total number of dangerous speeders (vehicles exceeding the speed limit by at least 10 km/hr) on Keary Street would be well over When will 1,500 per you remedy week. That the dangerous is 150 TIMES dangerand unlivable more ous speeders conditions … than Alberta Street. Many of those dangerously speeding through the school zone are exceeding the speed limit by 20 to 30 km/hr and even more. Keep in mind this is through a school zone. The traffic counts and speeds show resoundingly that the situation you have created on Keary Street is far worse and exponentially more dangerous than on Alberta Street. I have spent plenty of my own time on Alberta Street comparing the speeds, traffic and noise there to Keary Street. The difference is literally like night and day. Keary Street is ridiculously worse than Alberta Street in all respects. I would urge any of you to take the time to go watch and listen for yourself on both streets Monday to Friday during business hours. In my email dated May 11, 2015 I asked you to explain: “Why you have chosen to specifically sacrifice the safety of school children and peaceful home lives of Keary Street residents? We need to understand the thought process that allows you to ignore the data and facts and come to the decision to ignore a far more serious problem on Keary Street to satisfy Alberta Street residents.” Not one of you replied to my question of May 11, 2015. I will assume that is because you had no logical or justifiable answer to the question. When will you remedy the dangerous and unlivable conditions you have created on Keary Street? David Hughes, New Westminster

@Lizbrabbins @PJNewWest @TheRecord surprised city council let uptown live be the day before the 12st festival. Festivals are competing? #new west @PJNewWest @lizbrabbins @TheRecord I’m not of opinion that Council should deny a festival the date they wish (with exception of road constr, etc) 1/2 @PJNewWest @lizbrabbins @TheRecord as long as police and engineering can handle the load, & organizers pay their bills, party on! 2/2

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@Lizbrabbins @PJNewWest @ TheRecord this cost us a sponsor. poor use of city money , giving two festivals funds and allowing them to compete. @PJNewWest @lizbrabbins @TheRecord whether they work together or compete is really up to the organizers 1/2 @PJNewWest @lizbrabbins @ TheRecord I think it is inappropriate for Council to choose who we support or don’t for specific dates. 2/3 @PJNewWest @lizbrabbins @ TheRecord but perhaps this deserves a longer discussion than twitter. Blog post coming 3/3

Coal dust worries Quayside resident @Crostyca Again @MetroVancouver @PortMetroVan @TheRecord air polluting I have no confidence #FraserDock can load #coal @Crostyca Drifting into #Surrey Thankfully wind not blowing into #newwest @TheRecord @ChuckPuchmayr ru watching? #FraserDock @eastvancity @Crostyca @TheRecord @ChuckPuchmayr Did you file a formal air quality complaint with Metro ? @Crostyca Yes @eastvancity @ TheRecord received confirmation but here they r doing it again. An elected politician like @ChuckPuchmayr should step up @Crostyca @eastvancity @TheRecord @ChuckPuchmayr maybe more of us need to complain?

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So, about that elevator access to Pier Park … Theresa McManus

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If you’re anxiously awaiting elevator access into Westminster Pier Park, you’re going to be waiting a while longer. While parkgoers have been able to access the waterfront park via stairs at Fourth Street since March,

the opening of the elevator continues to be delayed. “The latest update on that is it is still pending B.C. Safety Authority approval,” Mayor Jonathan Cote told the Record. “Once we can get approval, then we are probably six to eight weeks out from opening the elevator.There has been some challenges in even getting

that. It will be resolved, but we still have some things to deal with.” The city has been dealing with the contractor, as well as the engineering and elevator firms, to find a solution to get the elevator moving. The project has experienced delays as a result of delays in parts coming in

of the elevator. “We are frustrated with the delay,” Cote said. “Once we can get through the hurdle with the B.C. Safety Authority, hopefully we will have that pedestrian bridge and elevator fully operational for the spring of next year when the use really does go up there.” Until the overpass opened

We are frustrated with the delay. on time, coordination issues between the parties involved in the project and changes made to the size and design

Terry Mooney

‘Hindsight’s 20-20,’ says treasurer

Continued from page 1 acknowledged the impact the cuts would have on adult English learners but said the district had no choice. “If we did nothing as a school district, we would still find ourselves short,” she said. But higher revenues and lower costs than anticipated actually left the district with a $3.2 million surplus at the end of last year instead of the $355,000 surplus projected in the original budget. Why the gap?

“There is no one answer to that,” secretary-treasurer Kevin Lorenz told the Record. “Our revenues are up. Our expenses are down.” Some specifics include $1.9 million more in international student fees than anticipated and $1.1 million less than projected in services and supplies costs. Just over $1.3 million of the surplus went to pay off the last of the district’s accumulated operating deficit, and $1.1 million is earmarked in restricted accounts, leaving a $750,000

unrestricted surplus. While all that is great news, according to Lorenz, he said it’s not something the board could have counted on in April 2014. “Hindsight’s 20-20,” he said. “I would never recommend to the board, ‘Well, you should assume your international student enrolment is going to go up; budget accordingly.’ Because if it didn’t go up, they’d be right back in a deficit.” Campbell, meanwhile, said the board has decided to focus its funding on K-12

students. For other learners, she said the district still provides access to evening academic courses through its adult education and online programs, and non-academic courses are widely available in the community through community centres, private facilities and clubs. “The general interest (night school) courses were not addressing an identified priority and there are more appropriate services in the community to deliver that type of programing,” Campbell said.

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• 1 bed, 1 bath • Popular Fraserview area • Suite recently painted • Bath features soaker tub & separate shower • Large master bedroom with walk-in closet • Kitchen has s/s appliances & pendant lighting over breakfast bar • Rainscreened & newer roof • 19+ age restriction

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• Perfect buy for the contractor • Fantastic top floor location • Over 1200 sqft, 2 bed, 2 bath • Insuite laundry & gas fireplace • Master bedroom is very spacious w/ dressing room closets • Vaulted ceiling in kitchen w/ potential to open up • Excellent layout with lots of natural light • Steps to boardwalk, skytrain & amenities

705-10 Laguna Ct

• Perfect opportunity for the investors 314-611 Blackford St. • Two bedroom corner unit, no one above you • Many updates to the unit • Brand new kitchen w/ new appliances, counters, flooring & water filter system • Updated four piece bath • Designer paint throughout • Shared laundry on each floor • Monthly service fee includes heat, hot water, cable & live in caretaker

$188,500

OVE

• Top floor, bright 1 bedroom • Nearly 700sqft in downtown New West • Private balcony surrounded by beautful trees • Recently painted in living room & dining room • Huge insuite storage room off entry way • Underground parking w/ street parking • Building is being re-piped (already paid for) • 5 year old roof • Convenient downtown New West location • Everything just steps away • Pet & rentals allowed

207-60 Richmond St.

$239,900

406-428 Agnes St

$166,900

424-3 Rialto Ct.

$339,900

SOLD

304-1040 Fourth Ave.

$229,900

SOLD

• 1 bed, 1 bath • The second least expensive strata on the market • Central location in uptown New West • Quality laminated floors • Updated kitchen and bath • Private & spacious patio, perfect for barbeques & entertaining • 2 pets, no rentals

ICE

$274,900

• Lovely 1 bedroom at the Quay • Beautiful views • Very bright, 748 sq ft • Laminate floors, insuite laundry • Living room has gas fireplace • Large covered deck • Great building that allows pets • 1 parking & storage locker • Steps to the boardwalk, skytrain &

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• 2 bed, 2 bath 216-1150 Quayside Dr. • Great views of the Fraser River • Insuite laundry, gas fireplace, spacious balcony • Newer fridge & dishwasher • Steps to skytrain & transit • Lots of shops, restaurants & entertainment • New interior and lobby

$374,900

328 Strand Ave

$634,900

1003-47 Agnes St.

$379,900

• Perfect for your first time home owner • Located in a great family neighbourhood in historic Sapperton • 2 bed, 2 bath home • Wood floors in living room and family room • 1 year old roof with 20 year warranty • Gas fireplace in living room • Large dining room with french doors to amazing backyard • Skylights throughout and in the master bedroom loft • Brand new ensuite bathroom in master

• Simply spectacular views from this 2 bed, 2 bath penthouse • Kitchen features white cabinets & double sink • Open concept living room and dining • Lovely hardwood floors • Your own deck off of the master • Four piece ensuite • Insuite laundry • Close to shopping, transit & skytrain • Two parking stalls & locker • Well maintained building

303-3 K de K Ct.

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OVE

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• 2 bed, 1 bath • Waterfront living at the Quay! • Large balcony over looking the boardwalk • Renovated open kitchen, quartz counters, s/s appliances & breakfast bar • Gorgeous laminate throughout • Gas fireplace in living room • Tons of natural light • Re-painted updated light fixtures & baseboards • Insuite laundry • This location cannot be beat!

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$819,900

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$288,900

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• Large separate laundry room dining room

116-707 Eighth St.

• Seldom available 3 bed + den • Very well looked after • Guest bath has a double shower • 4 piece ensuite • Insuite laundry & gas fireplace • Pets are welcome • Just steps to the beautiful boardwalk & entertainment

723 First St

• 2 bed, 2 bath

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• 960 sq ft of outdoor space • 2 large & private patios • Unique 2 bed, 2 bath • Split level, corner unit • No elevator as you have your own front door • Everything is new • New flooring & paint throughout • 12ft ceilings, very bright & airy • Move in and enjoy

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• Sweet little gem of a home • 3 bedrooms on main floor • Professionally designed front & rear yard • Fabulous deck off recently renovated kitchen • s/s appliances, gas range, spice cabinet, soapstone counter tops • 3 piece bath on main floor w/ double shower & marble floor • New furnace & heat pump • Lower floor could easily be converted back to a suite with just some appliances

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10466 Main St.

$949,900

• Meticulously maintained 1911 character home • 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom • Situated in popular Glenbrooke North • Stunning & private backyard w/ gorgeous garden • Living room features 9ft ceilings, bay window & gas fireplace • Kitchen has breakfast nook, gas stove, original hardwood, loads of counter space & eating area • Crown mouldings & lane access • Roof 5 yrs old, plumbing & electrical updated • Single garage w/ lane access

• 19340 Hammond Dr • 1406-1185 Quayside Dr • 480 Glenbrook Dr • 3437 E25th Ave

• 2 bed, 1 bath home • Large family room downstairs • Easy to put in a suite • Original hardwood oak floors in living room, dining room & bedrooms • Original kitchen • Tons of windows • Huge wrap around deck, perfect for entertaining • 2 sided fireplace between living room & kitchen • Large fenced backyard

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3437 E 25th Ave.

$1,299,000

• Excellent location & beautiful mountain views • 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in Renfrew Heights • 3960 sqft lots (33x120) w/ lane access • Huge sun soaked deck off kitchen • Fully fenced private backyard • Over 2000 sqft of interior space • Awesome layout w/ loads of potential to renovate • Large rec room downstairs • Tons of storage throughout the home w/ large attached garage

2200-8 Laguna Ct.

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• 1916 8th ave • #205 420 Carnarvon • #314 83 Star Cres • #1001 813 Agnes • #904 6689 Willingdon

#16 6736 Southpoint Dr, Bby $658,000 NEW LISTING

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OPEN SAT/SUN 2-4 Great 2556 sf, 2 bdrm + 370 sf loft home with fabulous river & mountain views on a nice quiet dead end street in desirable Heights neighbourhood. Great location close to schools, transit, parks & shopping. This bright & spacious home features high ceilings, fir floors, big windows, partly finished basement & has newer roof, sundeck, siding, furnace, paint, some windows, patio & more.

#1702 1185 Quayside $488,000

OPEN SUN 2-4 Beautiful 9 year old, 3 level, 1413 sf (Plus 484 sf tandem garage), 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, townhome overlooking Taylor Park & school. This immaculate unit features newer hardwood floors & light fixtures, open plan on main floor, open kitchen with granite counters & stainless steel appliances, high ceilings, new paint, 2” blinds & more. Private fenced patio yard area & tons of storage in oversized tandem garage. 2 pets ok. limited rentals allowed. Great location close to skytrain, park, school, daycare, shopping & more.

#105 620 8th Ave $169,900

#209 225 Francis Way $358,000

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OPEN SUN 2-4 Bright & spacious SW facing, quiet 1578 sf, 3 bdrm + den with a great layout. This 17th floor sub penthouse with unobstructed river views features a great open plan with lots of built ins & closet space, large deck with green house & 2 parking stalls. Rentals and 2 pets allowed. Building shares extensive amenities with 1235 & 1245 quayside which includes an indoor pool, Jacuzzi, exercise room, library & games room. Gas, hot water, sewer & water included in Maintenance Fee.

#1204 98 10th Street $349,900

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OPEN SAT 2-3:30 Gorgeous river & mtn views from this beautiful, 2 bdrm + den & 2 baths located on the quiet side. Great layout, 900 sf 5 year old suite in the “Whitaker” in Victoria Hill close to shopping, parks, Skytrain & schools. This bright & spacious suite has open plan, high ceilings, laminate & tile flrs, kitchen w/SS appcs, granite counters, elec F/P, insuite lndry & has been upgraded with custom quality built-in desk & storage in den, mstr bdrm w/ WI closet, hall closet organizers & custom wndw treatments ($12,000 spent on extras), newer paint & more. Shows extremely well! Great “Boiler House” rec centre w/gym, games room, theatre & meeting rooms. Pets ok.

#207 1025 Cornwall $215,000

#3-72 Jamieson Court $578,000

OPEN SAT 2-3:30

Great 1240 sf, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, updated sub penthouse close to Skytrain, Downtown shopping & amenities, schools & parks. This bright & spacious unit features open plan, laminate & tile floors, newer kitchen with granite counters, SS applcs & shaker wood cabinets, gas fireplace & good sized rooms & closets. Building is well maintained & managed and has indoor pool, exercise centre & more.

Gorgeous, fully renovated, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath 975 sq ft, north facing corner suite featuring laminate & tile floors, newer kitchen & baths with maple cabinets, newer appliances, lighting, paint & more. Great lay-out with large rooms, LR has electric fireplace, bedroom has walk thru closet to 2 pc ensuite. 2 pets ok, flexible possession.

7756 Cariboo Road, Bby $928,888

#415 365 Ginger Dr $218,800

OPEN SUN 12-1:30 Beautiful 3 level, 3 bdrm + den, 2.5 bath, 2168 sf townhome on greenbelt close to parks, schools, shopping & transit. This lovely home has newer kitchen with island & stainless steel appliances, newer hardwood & carpet flooring, large living room/dining room with gas f/p. Spacious master bedroom with ensuire on top floor and media room and office down. Double garage & much more. Well maintained & managed complex with newer exterior paint, roofs & garage doors.

#405 365 Ginger Dr $229,900

OPEN SAT 12-1:30 Builders/Investors, beautiful river & mountain views fromthis50’x121’lotwithaverylivablehousecurrently leased for $1,800 per month. Located right across the street from Cariboo Park. Home is 1790 sf with 4 bedrooms & 2 baths. Rent the home for now & build your dream home in the future.

OPEN SAT 12-1:30 The Doncaster, a well-managed bldg conveniently located in the popular Uptown area. come see this spotless, well-kept 700 sq ft 1-bedroom ground level suite with slider doors leading from the living room to a private & quiet northeast facing patio. Building is currently being re-piped & already paid for by current owners. Low maint fee also includes heat & hot water. Comes w/insuite storage plus 1 locker & 1 parking stall. One cat okay & rentals currently maxed. Located close to transit, schools, shopping, parks & more.

Top floor, substantially renovated, 2 bedroom, 1 bath 834 sq ft suite at Fraser Mews. Close to shopping, transit, Queens Park, Canada Games Pool, parks and schools. This bright spacious lovely suite features new paint, new laminate flooring, updated kitchen and bath, with nice court-yard view. Rentals and 2 pets Ok (max 25 lbs). Great family area!

133 Jardine St $1,398,000

OPEN SAT 12-1:30 Quiet and private, substantially renovated, top floor, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 800 sf suite facing greenbelt in Fraser Mews close to Canada Games Pool, Queens Park, shopping, schools & transit. This beautiful suite has new dark wood kitchen w/tile backsplash, new bathroom all new laminate & tile floors, light fixtures, doors, trim, plugs, switches, heaters & more. 2 decks & insuite storage. Rentals ok. 2 small pets allowed.

Gorgeous corner 64.62’ x 321.75’ (20,791 sq ft) sub-dividable lot with 2 street frontages. Has very livable 4 bedroom, 3 bath 2250 sq ft 2 level home with income potential. Peaceful, rural setting in rapidly developing area.

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Arts & Entertainment

Spooky, kooky murder mystery on stage Tereza Verenca

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Award-winning sketch troupe Peter n’ Chris will kick off the Anvil Centre’s inaugural theatre season tomorrow night. The comedy duo – made up of Peter Calone and Chris Wilson – bring their knee-slappingly funny Mystery of the Hungry Heart Motel to the stage, just in time for Halloween. But it’s not your typical murder mystery. “The narrator off the top ‘accidentally’ gives it all away,”Wilson said of the sacred principle of not blabbing the who in a ‘whodunit’ mere seconds into the show. “To us, the funniest part of a good murder mystery is just ruining it,” Calone chimed in with a laugh. “That’s something we have fun playing with.We find a genre that we kind of want to poke fun at and figure out what the funniest parts of that is.” In this roughly hourlong sketch, the pair crash their car on a dark, spooky highway and go to a motel for the night. Unfortunately, there’s only one bed to sleep in, which prompts them to argue over who gets

dibs. Meanwhile, a bunch of characters (all played by Calone and Wilson) are notso-secretly murdered before their eyes. “It’s really how many jokes do we pack into this 60 minutes as we can,” Calone told the Record, adding the crowd can expect at least three jokes a minute, similar to “Futurama, where every line has a purpose, both by moving the plot along and being funny.”

From there, we just kept playing around with it.

Peter n’ Chris and The Mystery of the Hungry Heart Motel originated in 2011 when the guys were part of a Vancouver comedy festival, which tasked them with creating a script given only a couple lines of dialogue. The catch was that they only had 48 hours to come up with something. “From there, we just kept playing around with it,” Calone said. The comedians met in acting school at the University of Victoria back in 2005.

After hosting a few events together, like award shows and poetry coffee nights, the pair knew they both carried a love for comedy writing. Since then, they’ve been a part of numerous fringe festivals, including Just for Laughs, JFL42,The San Francisco Sketch Comedy Festival and the Chicago Sketch Fest. Calone and Wilson have also won three Canadian Comedy Awards, including best sketch troupe and best comedic play for 2013/14.They’re also contributing writers to CBC Radio 1’s sketch comedy show, The Irrelevant Show, CBC Punchline and have contributed video content to College Humor. As for their Anvil Centre Theatre performance, the duo suggested there is in fact some mystery near the end. If the show goes somewhat longer than expected, don’t worry, it’s something Peter n’ Chris are known for – involving the audience. The skit runs Oct. 30 and 31 at 8 p.m. at Anvil Centre Theatre, 777 Columbia St.There’s also a viewing on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 at 2 p.m.Tickets cost $35 for adults and $25 for students and seniors.Visit ticketsnw. ca for tickets.

Spooky fun: Peter Calone (left) and Chris Wilson bring their hilarious comedy sketch Peter n’ Chris and The Mystery of the Hungry Heart Motel to the Anvil Centre Theatre this weekend. The pair has won numerous Canadian Comedy Awards for their witty writing. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

A little ﬁddle, a little pop-up and a little more Tereza Verenca

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The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra’s Tiny Tot series makes its debut at the Anvil Centre this Saturday. Kiddies under the age of five (and their parents, of course) are invited to at-

tend any of the four concerts, which feature LetYour Music Shine! with children’s entertainers, Lisa and Linda. Each with an impressive musical resume, the pair are known for introducing wee ones to orchestral instruments. Saturday’s affair at An-

vil Centre is all about the fiddle. “They will tap their toes and clap their hands to folk favourites,” an online writeup states. All the fun starts at 10 a.m. and again at 11:30 a.m.Tickets cost $15 for adults and seniors, while

children can get in for $7. If you can’t make this event, mark any of the other three concerts on your calendar – Holiday Hooray! on Dec. 5, Jumpin’ Jazz Time! on Feb. 20 and Shine-Time Music Olympics! on May 14. For more information and for tickets, visit www.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Friday, October 30 6:00 – 8:00 pm Family Monster Mash Bash Queensborough Community Centre Monday, November 2 5:30 pm Regular Council Anvil Centre Wednesday, November 4 11:30am-1:00pm Reﬂectivity Clinic Century House Thursday, November 5 7:00 – 9:00 pm VIBE 6: Day of the Dead – Día de Muertos Anvil Centre Saturday, November 7 8:30 am – 3:00 pm OUR CITY Workshop: A Community Conversation on Housing Anvil Centre Theatre 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Century House Craft Sale & Tea Century House, 620 Eighth St.

CITYPAGE ACTIVE LIVING GUIDE COMMUNICATION FOCUS GROUP - WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

New Westminster Parks, Culture & Recreation wants to know your preferences for the Active Living Guide and how we can best communicate our services to you. We need your assistance by joining us at an upcoming focus group where you can share your thoughts to help guide our future practices. Each participant will receive a $10 gift certificate to be used at any New Westminster Parks, Culture & Recreation location and some swag! When: Thursday, November 12 Time: 3:30 – 5:00pm or 6:30- 8:00pm Where: Century House, 620 Eighth St, New Westminster Please sign up by calling Century House at 604.519.1066. There are limited spots and this opportunity is open on a first come, first serve basis. Look for survey link coming November 3.

OUR CITY 2041 – A COMMUNITY CONVERSATION ON HOUSING What kinds of housing are best suited in your neighbourhood? Where in your neighbourhood should higher density housing locate to support services and amenities? How can each neighbourhood include diﬀerent kinds of housing so people have workable options? These are the kinds of questions we will explore in this Oﬃcial Community Plan (OCP) Workshop. Join us and help shape the future land use of your neighbourhood. Since we already have community plans for Queensborough and Downtown, the focus will be on the rest of the city. This OCP will set out the vision, goals, and objectives for the future of New Westminster. Can’t attend the workshop? We will be taking the show on the road through November with drop-in style workshops in multiple locations throughout the city. Watch our website and future City Page editions for dates and locations.

For more information on any of these events, please visit www.newwestcity.ca/events

RSVP if you are interested in attending the Saturday, November 7 event. The workshop is free, but registration is required.

DRAINAGE GRATES Please help keep drainage grates clear of leaves and debris surrounding your property by not raking leaves onto the road. Leaves can be placed in your Cleaner, Greener cart or kraft paper yard bags for weekly yearround collection. To report a plugged drain, please contact Engineering Operations at 604-526-4691.

REFLECTIVITY CLINICS The days are getting shorter and darker. Seniors can get free reflectors fitted to their mobility aids and clothing at two upcoming Reflectivity Clinics in conjunction with Pedestrian Reflectivity for Safety Initiative. Clinics will take place November 4th and November 13th from 11:30am-1:00pm, in the lobby of Century House, 620 Eighth Street.

CENTURY HOUSE ASSOCIATION CRAFT SALE & TEA Saturday November 7, 2015 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Century House, 620 Eighth Street Get your Christmas shopping done early and have some fun doing it at Century House’s annual Craft Sale and Tea. The day will feature a delicious afternoon tea, variety crafts, a jewelry table, painting, home baking, a myriad of raﬄes, and a white elephant area. Everyone is welcome at this free event so plan now to bring all your family and friends. Donations: In order to make this event a success, we need your help. We would appreciate any donations you may have in the way of: • Jewelry • Kitchenware • China • Books • Plants • “Knick Knacks” • Records, CDs, DVDs Please no clothes, linens or furniture as our White Elephant area is limited. Donations will be accepted from Saturday November 1 through to Friday, November 7 at 12:00 noon directly to Century House.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES New Westminster City Council will consider appointments to Advisory Committees, Commissions, Boards and Panels for the 2016 term. Volunteers are needed for the following Committees, Commissions, Boards and Panels: • Access Ability Advisory Committee • Advisory Committee for Transit, Bicycles and Pedestrians (ACTBiPED) • Advisory Planning Commission • Amateur Sports Grant Program Committee • Arts Commission • Arts and Culture Grant Committee • Child Care Grant Committee • Community Heritage Commission • Community and Social Issues Committee • Downtown New Westminster Parking Commission • Economic Development Advisory Committee

• Emergency Advisory Committee • Environment Advisory Committee • Family Court Committee • Library Board • Multiculturalism Advisory Committee • Neighbourhood Traﬃc Advisory Committee • Parks and Recreation Committee • Public Art Advisory Committee • Railway Community Advisory Panel • Remembrance Day Committee • Seniors Advisory Committee

All applicants must submit an application, along with a brief personal resume. To apply online or download an application form, as well as for additional information regarding each Committee, including the length of term and mandate, please visit www.newwestcity.ca. For further information, please contact the Legislative Services Department at 604-527-4523 or by email at committees@newwestcity.ca. Applications must be received by the Legislative Services Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2015.

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Arts & Entertainment

Tickets still remain for St. Peter’s fundraiser Continued from page 11 The artists include Angela Au Hemphill, Jim Walsh,Teressa L. Bernard, Jerry McLaughlin, Gabor Gasztonyi, Lanta Meng and Leslie Poole. “Each has their own unique style,”Van Dop said. “When people own a piece of their work, they also feel proud to have one.”

Each has their own unique style. You can expect to see a lot of variety – from Bernard’s acrylic paintings to Gasztonyi’s stunning photographs. Sixth Street Pop-Up + Gallery is at 42 Sixth St. The exhibit runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. all three days. SYMPHONY BEGINS SEASON SUNDAY The New Westminster Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 2015/16 season this Sunday with a performance

at Massey Theatre. Trust me, you won’t want to miss this musical treat. Departing from the norm, conductor Jin “Jack” Zhang has asked the musicians to pick what they’d like to play, which has culminated in “The Musicians’ Choices.” “We have a great musical lineup, and our musicians once again are ready to give their musical best to our loyal audience,” Kyle Friesen, with the New Westminster Symphony Society, wrote in an email to the Record. Pieces include The Masquerade Suite by Russian composer Aram Khachaturian and The London Suite by English composer Eric Coates. The concert is on Nov. 1 at 2 p.m. Admission is by donation. PIANO MUSIC IN THE AIR There are still lots of tickets left for a special fundraising concert at St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church. Pianist and new parishioner Kathleen Kasper will

On stage: The New Westminster Symphony Orchestra’s 2015/16 season begins on Sunday with a special performance featuring pieces chosen by the musicians, including The Masquerade Suite by Russian composer Aram Khachaturian and The London Suite by English composer Eric Coates. PHOTO FILE PHOTO

be putting on a piano recital, with proceeds from ticket sales going to the church’s building fund.Tom Lee Music will be providing the grand piano. The crowd can expect great things from Kasper, who holds multiple music degrees and diplomas, having studied in London and NewYork. Most recently, she taught courses in music and culture for eight years at Cape Breton Universi-

ty, followed by some private teaching stints in Halifax. She now makes her home in New West, where she continues to teach. The concert is on Nov. 7 at 7 p.m.Tickets can be picked up at the church (402 Royal Ave.) and cost $10 for adults (children get in free). For more info, call 604-522-4611. CONGRATS, RENÉE! Congratulations go out

to New West native Renée Saklikar, who was named Surrey’s first poet laureate last week. The award-winning author has been tasked as serving as ambassador for the city and its people, specifically for literacy and the literary arts. Part of the job includes creating a legacy program of poetry outreach that is multi-lingual and inter-cultural, in partnership with local organizations in

Surrey. In 2013, Nightwood Editions released Saklikar’s Children of Air India: Un/authorized Exhibits and Interjections, a collection of poetry that won the Canadian Authors Award for best book of Canadian poetry to be published in English. Saklikar discovered writing through trauma, after her aunt and uncle died in the 1985 Air India bombings.

You are invited to the OUR CITY WORKSHOP:

A COMMUNITY CONVERSATION ON HOUSING NEW WESTMINSTER’S OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN UPDATE What kinds of housing are best suited in your neighbourhood? Where in your neighbourhood should higher density housing locate to support services and amenities? How can each neighbourhood include different kinds of housing so people have options? These are the kinds of questions we will explore in this Ofﬁcial Community Plan (OCP) Workshop. Join us and help shape the future land use in your neighbourhood.

RSVP if you are interested in attending the Saturday, November 7 event. The workshop and lunch is free, but registration is required.

This workshop is part of the OCP update which will set out the vision, goals, and policies for the future of New Westminster. Since we already have community plans for Queensborough and Downtown, the focus will be on the rest of the city. Can’t attend the workshop? We will be taking the show on the road through November with drop-in style workshops in multiple locations throughout the city. Watch our website and this paper for dates and locations.

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Be Visible to Drivers

he City of New Westminster is partnering with the Sapperton Old Age Pensioners Association (SOAPA) and Insurance Company of British Columbia (ICBC) to focus on pedestrian reﬂectivity for safety this fall. The focus is on seniors and those with mobility aids in particular, following a near-miss incident involving a senior in the spring. Antonia Reynolds, Active Transportation Coordinator at The City of New Westminster, said “Vic Leach, Director of SOAPA, contacted me to ask for some reﬂectors after a SOAPA member was almost hit by a car.

We discussed reflectors and the lack of Canadian standards for reflectivity in context of the high quality of the city’s reflectors, which are ordered and distributed for different initiatives and programs. We decided to take action on the issue and create a big reflector awareness and distribution campaign for the fall. We want to draw community attention to the value of quality reflective gear in staying visible to vehicle drivers”. This campaign also has two other, major goals. The first, is to initiate Canadian standards for reflectivity for pedestrian gear. The second, is to invite bigger retail organizations in Canada to start supplying high quality reflective products for pedestrians in their stores. As a first step towards growing awareness, Mr. Leach held an information event at Sapperton Pensioners’ Hall in February, which was attended by

“We want to make the point that being visible to drivers could save your life” said Mayor Jonathan Coté about the initiative. “So, we have attached reﬂectors to the world’s largest tin soldier, our iconic Tin Soldier at the River Market, to illustrate how important wearing high quality reﬂective gear really is”.

representatives from various public bodies and businesses. In the summer, an application was submitted for the creation of Canadian standards for reflectivity for pedestrian gear. The application is currently under review at the Canadian Standards Association. Other community partners were brought onboard, in particular ICBC, who also supply high quality reflectors to the public during their annual ICBC Fall Pedestrian Safety Campaign, which launched on Oct 21st. ICBC and the city are collaborating on an information sheet to be used for the city’s ongoing “Best Routes to School” program, promoting safe and active travel to school, as well as other local programs. On October 27th New Westminster Police Department helped ICBC promote being a safe and visible pedestrian to commuters, at both New Westminster and Columbia SkyTrain stations. Several bigger retailers have agreed to help distribute city reflectors at their Uptown (6th & 6th) locations. “This is a first step in the direction of making high quality reflective items for pedestrians available in stores,” said Reynolds. “We are excited by the interest being shown in developing this product area.”

City reﬂectors are available free of charge at these participating partner locations: • London Drugs • Shoppers Drug Mart • Save on Foods • Buy Low Foods

BE SEEN. Wear reflective clothing or use reflective gear to make it easier for drivers to see you. • Wearing or attaching reflective items reduces your chance of being hit by a car • Be a safe and visible pedestrian, especially in low light conditions

From a global perspective, Northern European countries lead in the promotion of pedestrian reﬂectivity. Greater Vancouver had 26.6 pedestrian deaths per year and 1,064 pedestrian injuries on average from 2009-2013. Greater Stockholm, a city of similar size, had 8.9 deaths and 547 injuries during the same time. Greater Stockholm has longer hours of darkness and more snow/fog days per month than Greater Vancouver, but in Sweden the reﬂective industry is well-established, diverse and regulated by high quality standards. (Statistics source: ICBC) For further information contact: Antonia Reynolds Active Transportation Coordinator City of New Westminster Email: areynolds@newwestcity.ca

REFLECTIVITY CLINICS

Where: Century House 620 Eighth St, New Westminster When: Wednesday November 4th and Friday November 13th Time: 11:30am-1pm At these clinics seniors will be able to pick up reﬂectors and get assistance on how to attach them over clothing and on their mobility aids.

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City Beat

THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND Theresa McManus

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Spend Halloween in the Royal City

GET INTO THE HALLOWEEN SPIRIT at Fraser River Frights aboard the Samson V on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 1 to 3 p.m.The event includes an afternoon of ghost stories, spooky nautical crafts and a scavenger hunt. The Samson V is next to River Market and Inn at the Quay on the Fraser River. The drop-in is by donation.

TAKE THE KIDS TO ROYAL CITY CENTRE, where they can have free spooky photos taken on Friday, Oct. 30 from noon to 6 p.m. and on Saturday, Oct. 31 from noon to 5 p.m. Kids can also trick-or-treat at mall merchants from 4 to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

HAVE A HILARIOUS HALLOWEEN AT PETER ‘N’ CHRIS, The Mystery of the Hungry Heart Motel.The comedy is on stage at Anvil Centre Theatre on Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., as well as 2 p.m. matinees on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 1. For tickets, go to ticketsnw.ca or call 604521-5050. Anvil Centre is at 777 Columbia St.

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MAKE SEEDS FOR BEES at this weekend’s ArtStarts event at River Market. Beekeeper Lori Weidenhammer will explore the world of seeds and seedpods – and help you make a take-home seed package for the bees in your garden. It’s taking place on Sunday, Nov. 1 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at River Market at Westminster Quay, 810 Quayside Dr.

CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN AT ONE OF THE LOCAL WATERING HOLES. Match Pub at Starlight Casino in Queensborough is having a Great Gatsby Halloween with the Tainted Lovers; the Heritage Grill is hosting the New V2’s Howler; the Paddlewheeler Pub features Eclipse; and the Union Jack Public House is having a Halloween Bash featuring the Shindiggers.

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ENJOY A SYMPHONY BARN DANCE when the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra brings a playful children’s show to Anvil Centre. Let Your Music Shine! With Lisa and Linda introduces kids to the fiddle – and gets their toes tapping and hands clapping to folk favourites.They’ll be performing on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. in Anvil Centre.Tickets are $15 for adults and seniors and $7 for children. For tickets, go to www. vancouversymphony. ca.

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TransLink is considering changes to a number of bus routes in New Westminster and wants residents’ input before making those changes. The transit authority is inviting the public to have a say on proposed transit changes across Metro Vancouver by taking part in a survey.TransLink is giving the public a chance to complete an online survey until Nov. 6. In New Westminster, changes are being considered on the Metrotown-Edmonds-New Westminster (106) and New Westminster community shuttles (C3, C4, C8 and C9) routes. The proposed changes to the 106 include: splitting the route into two services at Edmonds station; redesigning the route to only travel between Edmonds and New Westminster stations via Edmonds

and Sixth streets; and introducing the New K to travel from Metrotown to Edmonds stations via Kingsway. According to TransLink, it’s proposing changing to this route because the 106 can be unreliable due to traffic congestion and delays along this long route. It also states that a majority of passengers transfer at Edmonds station. With the community shuttles,TransLink is proposing to discontinue the C3 and C8 and replace them with the New J and to discontinue the C4 service and replace it with the New H. Other changes would include rerouting the C9 to Richmond Street and introducing a new bus-only left turn signal on Cumberland Street. According to TransLink, it’s proposing these changes because the C3 route is delayed and unreliable due to congestion on McBride Boulevard and the C3 ex-

periences overcrowding between Victoria Hill and SkyTrain.TransLink states that customers frequently request improved connections to uptown New Westminster. TransLink’s proposed map of community shuttles indicated the New J line would travel via Quayside Drive, Columbia Street, Agnes Street, Royal Avenue and Ross Drive.The New H would travel via Columbia Street, Second Street, Sixth Avenue, Cumberland Street, Eighth Avenues, Colborne Street, Ovens Avenue, First Street, Eighth Avenue, Sixth Street and Sixth Avenue. In addition to the route changes directly proposed in New Westminster, Coun. Jaimie McEvoy suspects local residents could be impacted by the cuts to the “night bus” in Vancouver. Residents can find the survey at www.translink.ca/ tnc.

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Public Health Drop In Flu Clinics: Edmonds Community Centre (New Recreation Centre) 7433 Edmonds Street (604) 297-4838 Tuesday, October 20th 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Bonsor Recreation Centre (55+ Building) 6533 Nelson Street (604) 439-1860 Tuesday, October 27th 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

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It’s been an incredibly busy year for the Anvil Centre, according to its general manager. “It’s been exciting to say the least,” said Vali Marling, who just wrapped up throwing a birthday bash for the facility. Since its opening in September 2014, Anvil Centre has hosted more than 300 events, greeted more than 20,000 delegates, welcomed approximately 16,000 museum visitors, 6,000 theatre guests and generated more

than $1.3 million in revenue. Calling it the “absolute centre of Metro Vancouver,” Marling told the Record that as of Aug. 1, 2015, Anvil Centre’s revenue was 15 per cent higher than originally anticipated. In terms of bookings, there are already 220 events on the books for next year, while 2015 has seen more than 300 events. “Around this time (last year), we were anticipating we’d be sitting around 275,” she said. Marling credits a successful first year to a few things.

First, Anvil Centre is central, close to public transit and has ample underground parking. Being a small-tomid-sized venue has also worked in its favour.

Our catering department did such a great job. “The fact that we have the ability to change the spaces so easily.We can go from theatre production with 360 seats, and in a few

hours, we can turn the theatre into a casino with the seats collapsed and food and beverage setup,” Marling explained. Besides being used for conferences, Anvil Centre is also a cultural hub – housing Tourism New Westminster, the New Media Gallery, the New Westminster Museum and Archives, a community art space and the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame. Combining that cultural piece with the conference piece has contributed significantly to the facility’s success, Marling noted, adding

often when clients are there for a meeting, they usually end up touring the grounds or checking out one of the exhibits. “It’s not the typical, OK, well you can go have a walk somewhere, but there’s actually different things on site

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Anvil Centre celebrates a successful ﬁrst year Continued from page 19 creating long-term relationships with clients by being there every step of the way – from the moment they sign the contract to the evening of the event, Marling added. “We want repeat clients. I want to be able to tell you in five years, this is what we’re going to be booking in the venue,” Marling said. But despite the many ups, there have been some downs along the way. The biggest problem Anvil Centre faced was not having a catering kitchen for the first two months of operations.The food had to be prepared off-site. “None of our clients knew. Our catering department did such a great job. When you’re doing a banquet for 500 people, you have several pieces of dishes and cutlery that needs to be cleaned and never mind food plating and all that great stuff,” Marling said with a laugh.

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The general manager, who worked at the Fraser Valley Trade & Exhibition Centre (Tradex) prior to the Anvil Centre, recalled the facility’s first event – a Hallmark made-for-TV movie, shot in the underground parking lot.

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A growing body of educational research indicates students in Kindergarten are far more creative than students in Grade 12 – even going so far as calling Kindergarteners ‘creative geniuses’. Any parent trying to navigate through the imaginary play of their five year old can likely attest to that! Sir Ken Robinson, an international expert on education, addresses the conundrum of ‘teaching out’ creativity in one of his TED Talks titled ‘ Do Schools Kill Creativity’? The unfortunate data seems to indicate that yes, this is in fact what may be taking place in many schools today. In response, arts-infused learning, an approach to education that allows students to tap into their creativity to better connect with their subject matter, is gaining momentum across Canada. Urban Academy, a Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 private school in New Westminster is a leader in this approach to education. “Arts-Infusion means that we teach using the arts – drama, music and fine arts – as tools through with students can connect to the core curriculum,” explains Mrs. Cheryle Beaumont, Urban Academy’s Head of School.

A Queen’s University Study ‘Learning Through The Arts’ concluded that involvement in the arts contributed to student achievement as much as 11 percentile points higher in math than their peers, as arts experience helps develop more complex neural networks in the brain. Beyond simply the academic achievement, a creative learning environment can impact the way students think and problem solve and it also increases self-confidence, all skills that will serve them well as they continue through post-secondary education and into their careers. With the world changing at such a rapid pace, it is the responsibility of the school not only to teach the required curriculum, but to equip students with the ability to think creatively, and approach challenges with the critical skills that will allow them to thrive in the future. Urban Academy is rising to this challenge by educating students with interdisciplinary linkages. Math and Art are taught through projects such as Pythagorean spirals, Social Studies and Media Arts are combined resulting in historical screenplays, and French is taught using the performing arts to enhance

conversation skills. The result is an engaging education that truly resonates with students. Parents are finding their way to Urban Academy, excited about what the future holds for their children. “With the growth the school has been experiencing over the last several years, we are now building a new, state-of-the-art facility to accommodate the expanding student population” says Mrs. Beaumont. “The community is embracing what Urban Academy has to offer their children, and it is wonderful to be a part of that growth and development.” More information on the school can be found at www.urabanacademy.ca.

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Building a strong parent-teacher relationship

Once a school year begins, many students spend more time in the classroom with their teachers than they do at home with their parents. That’s especially true in dual-income households where both parents work outside of the home. Though many parents would love to spend more time with their children, doing so can be difficult when both parents must go to work every day. Because kids spend so much time with their teachers, it’s important for parents to work toward building a strong parent-teacher relationship. Such a relationship fosters communication, which can help a young student do his or her best in and out of the classroom, something that’s a goal for parents and teachers alike. Parents interested in developing a strong relationship with their kids’ teachers can take several steps to make that happen. Meet your child’s teacher at the beginning of the year - Teachers have many students come in and out of their classroom on any given day, so it can be hard for teachers to initiate a relationship with parents. Parents have significantly fewer children to look after, so they should take the first step toward building a relationship with teachers. Introduce yourself at the onset of the school year, providing phone numbers and e-mail addresses where you can be reached. Let the teacher know you’re available for discussion any time during the school year and that you look forward to the coming school year and working with the teacher as the year progresses.

Attend “Back to School Night” - School events like an open house or a “Back to School Night” are a great way to help kids grow acclimated to their school. But such events also make great opportunities for parents to learn more about their kids’ teachers than they might have learned during their introductory meeting. Such events may allow teachers to explain the curriculum for the upcoming year, and teachers may feel encouraged when parents show an active interest in such events. Prioritize parent-teacher conferences - Parent-teacher conferences are a great opportunity for parents to speak to their children’s teacher one-on-one. Unlike an introductory meeting or an open house at the beginning of the school year, a parent-teacher conference allows parents and teachers to specifically discuss students in private. Teachers may provide insight into how a child is performing and behaving in the classroom, offering advice as to how to improve that performance or suggestions as to how to encourage kids to keep up the good work. Such conferences may be your only opportunity for a one-on-one, in-person discussion about your child, so make sure you’re on time and that you don’t miss these conferences. Your child’s teacher will appreciate it, and you can use this as an opportunity to ask any questions you have about your child.

hand. In addition, if your child really enjoys a teacher’s class, don’t be hesitant to share that with the teacher. Teachers appreciate compliments just like other professionals, and parents should express their gratitude to those teachers who are working hard to make learning fun for their youngsters. Establishing a strong relationship with a child’s teacher can help parents ensure students are making the most of their time in the classroom. - METRO CREATIVE

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While it has changed considerably over the decades, the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle still expresses that unique character not found in any other vehicles. The current generation Beetle was introduced in 2012 to compete with other retro rivals, the MINI Cooper and Fiat 500. Like the others in this niche, the VW is available as a coupe and a convertible. While the 2015 model doesn’t see signiﬁcant changes, two updates grab attention. The limited-edition Beetle Classic joins the line-up and a new TDI Clean Diesel engine is also available. As most readers know, unfortunately this diesel engine is the one that’s been affected by the current VW situation around diesel. The brand has been tarnished for the time being because of the diesel issue, but this does not mean that the products themselves are in any way poorly designed or engineered. In fact, VW makes some of the best products in the world and many are considered the benchmark in the industry. We will have to continue to monitor the news and information to see how this entire diesel issue evolves – until then, it’s hard to predict how the brand will be affected for the long haul. For now, however, we want to evaluate the Beetle as a product on its own, without the controversy surrounding the brand itself.

Design

Leaving behind its bubbly persona, today’s model is more masculine while retaining the distinctive Beetle look. This Beetle is bolder and more dynamic than its predecessor, but its non-threatening, smiling front end and bulbous wheel arches remind you of the past. The small spoiler at the back hints at its playful side. VW made some other changes to the Beetle between generations. The rooﬂine is noticeably lower and ﬂatter, and the track width and wheelbase has been increased.

The Beetle’s retro design continues into the cabin and is most apparent looking at the dash. However, the sporty steering wheel and racy dials add a modern touch. Keeping in line with Volkswagen’s original philosophy of being the “people’s car,” there is a Beetle model for just about everybody. On top of the coupe and convertible body styles, there are trim lines for people focused on economy, those wanting something sporty, and the fashion conscious. The Beetle Classic is the exciting newcomer. It adds nice touches such as 17-inch “Heritage” alloy wheels with large chrome hubcaps, and plaid seats to really bring back memories.

Performance

The VW Beetle is available with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. Also, there’s a choice between two gasoline engines and one diesel. The standard engine coming in most models is a 1.8-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder. It produces 170 hp and 184 lbft of torque while returning good fuel economy. Powering sport models is a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder. Using a turbocharger and direct injection it produces 210 hp and 207 lb-ft of torque. The 2015 Beetle TDI comes with an all-new turbodiesel engine, which will need modiﬁcations to meet the new standards as we all know. Regardless of the engine, the VW Beetle is easy to drive around town. Its compact dimensions ease manoeuvrability and the design grants great outward visibility. Out on the open road, the Beetle may not be the most agile, but it is still plenty fun to drive. The steering is accurate with a nicely weighted feel, it has lots of grip, and if you throw it in a corner it will not lean at all. However, the Beetle is not perfect. While it is reasonably comfortable, it does “jump around a bit” after going over a bump. Also, at high speeds there is a bit of wind noise.

Environment

Behind the wheel of the Beetle, the front seats are spacious and the robust controls are logically laid out. You will also ﬁnd a surprising amount of practicality in the front as well. As well as a normal glove box, there is another storage box in the upper dash paying homage to the Bugs of the past. Other storage places include the dash top, lower

centre console and centre armrest. And, while the door bins are paper thin, the thick elastic band makes them usable and versatile. Nobody buys a Beetle to use as a cargo van or a taxi, but its lack of practicality behind the front seats must be noted. Since the Beetle only has two doors, it is difﬁcult to get into the back. Once situated in either of the two rear seats, knee room is very tight and headroom is not great either. As for the trunk, cargo space is okay, however, the sloping tailgate means you cannot carry tall items. Folding the rear seats reveals a rather large ridge that will not allow you to easily slide in longer, heavier items. With all that being said, the VW Beetle requires fewer compromises than its smaller retro rivals. In terms of equipment, all Beetles come standard with power windows, 6-way adjustable seats with leatherette surfaces, and a leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel. Fit and ﬁnish is solid, but all the interior trim pieces are hard plastic, which may add to its retro vibe, but don’t align with modern creature comforts.

Features

Starting prices for the standard Beetle range from $19,990 to $30,510. Convertible models range from $26,850 to $35,575 while the Classic starts at $21,990. Standard equipment includes heated exterior mirrors, height-adjustable and telescoping steering column, 8-speaker audio system with single CD player and auxiliary input, and Bluetooth phone connectivity with voice activation. Additional features, available as options or on higher trims, include keyless entry, push-button start, heated front seats, automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming interior mirror, panoramic sunroof, navigation system with 5-inch touchscreen, and a Fender premium audio system. Fuel efﬁciency numbers (L/100 km) for 1.8-litre models with a manual transmission are 9.9 city and 7.2 highway, while 2.0-litre cars with a manual return 10.4 city and 7.7 highway. The 2.0-litre diesel mated to a manual gearbox sees 7.2 city and 4.8 highway.

Thumbs Up

The VW Beetle has a retro feel without sacriﬁcing the build quality and amenities of a modern car.

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The Beetle doesn’t apologize for its shortcomings, but it certainly is not the most practical compact car on the market.

The Bottomline

If you want a fashionable compact car that is also fun to drive, the Volkswagen Beetle is an interesting choice not found anywhere.

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Women had important role in city’s history community base. Another woman was Elizabeth Irving, who arrived with her family in the summer of 1865 and took up residence in a new home built for the Irvings high on the city’s hillside on Royal Avenue. She and her family played important roles in the city for many decades. Their home remains, to this day, a beautiful example of a Victorian home in a frontier town. In researching life from a woman’s perspective in an early town like New Westminster, a lot can be learned from looking at the newspapers of the day. Here are a few items from the British Columbian that add colour to the story. The vital statistics of the day were usually reported in the paper – one from 1865 stated: “Birth in this city on the 7th inst. the wife of H Eickhoff of a son.Victoria and NewYork papers please copy.”While this notice does

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October is Women’s History month in Canada, and New Westminster has a wonderful history that includes women from all walks of life – those who left a distinct mark on the town as well as those who simply provided the sturdy base of the community. An early name is that of Caroline Kennedy, who was in New Westminster in 1859 and attended, as the only female in the group, the first religious service in the city. Without giving specific names, it is always important to remember the women who arrived with the men of the Corps of Royal Engineers who were stationed in this city to carry out their duties.Wives and children accompanied some of the groups, and many stayed on after the Corps was disbanded, thus becoming a part of that sturdy

not give the mother’s name, the family is known and could be followed.We can assume from the additional note that there were family connections on Vancouver Island and in the U.S. A women thinking of making a dress might have visited the J.A.Webster store for materials such these from 1861: “… a magnificent variety of dress goods … glace, stripe and plain silks … mohairs … all wool de laines … ball dresses, muslins and ginghams … Hoyle’s English prints, American prints …” And thinking of health, there was Holloway’s Pills with an 1861 advertisement, “A word to females.The local debility and irregularities, which are the special annoyance of the weaker sex … are relieved for the time being and prevented for the time to come.” Celebrate Women’s History month and its great stories.

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The third annual Seniors Have Talent showcase proves that talent has no expiry date, says Louisa Lundy, coordinator of the New Westminster Lions Club. The Sapperton Pensioners Association and the New Westminster Lions Club teamed up on this year’s show. After circumstances prevented a number of entrants from attending on the day of the Oct. 18 competition, all of the contestants in the show were deemed winners – and equally shared the prize money.

Local author David Burnell cast his personal spell, reading from his published collections.

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Caring Neighbours open to local residents Continued from page 33 and then bring them in completed, they can do that,” said Patricia Steiner, coordinator of community education and development services. “We will officially be having people here to interview and help out starting on Nov. 4.” Individuals must fill out an application, list their children (age and gender) and provide a list of what each child would like or need for Christmas.They must also be willing to be reachable by phone and/or email, must allow the submitted information to be given to the sponsor and must send a thank-you card to the sponsoring family or organization. Information for donors and sponsors is now posted on Family Services of Greater Vancouver’s website at www.fsgv.ca. Family Services will begin matching families and seniors with sponsors as soon as possible, but early regis-

tration doesn’t ensure participation in the program. Registration is open until the end of November. “It’s not first-come firstserved,” Steiner said. “What we do is make sure that people are eligible. Sometimes a donor will come and say, ‘I really want a family that has a boy and a girl who are under nine because that’s my family.’We match as we go along. Just because someone gets here on the first day doesn’t give them more of a priority than someone who comes on the last day of November.” Family Services also accepts financial donations, which it uses to buy gift cards for people who have registered but can’t be matched for some reason. Last year, 150 families and seniors were matched with sponsors or received gift cards. Family Services can’t guarantee all applicants will be matched (but it will do its best to find sponsors for

all applicants), nor can it promise that recipients will get everything on their list. “The piece of advice I’d like to tell people for the wishlist or gift ideas is to think of a range. Sometimes kids really want an iPad, but sponsors can’t always buy iPads,” Steiner said. “Having a range of gift ideas is really helpful.” The program is open to New Westminster residents who aren’t registered with any other Christmas programs, have one or more children living with you (aged 18 or younger) or are a senior. Applicants must have a phone number where they can be reached, identification for all adults in the household and Care Cards for the children, proof of address and proof of income (such as a 2014 tax assessment, latest deposit slip from Government Assistance or three months of bank statements).

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Do you love to read and discuss books with others? Why not join a library book club? The next Library Book Club is Nov. 19 from 7 to 9 p.m. Join us as we discuss Alice Sebold’s heartwrenching novel The Lovely Bones. New moms and dads are invited to Bring Your Baby Book Club for some adult books and conversation in a baby-friendly environment. On Nov. 17 at 1 p.m. the group will discuss M.L. Stedman’s riveting story The Light Between Oceans. Register at askus@ nwpl.ca or by calling 604527-4667. If you prefer taking matters into your own hands,

the New Westminster Public Library has all you need to start a book club of your own. Begin with the help of titles like Book Club Companion or Good Books Lately.They describe how to select the perfect book, how to generate discussions, and provide fresh ideas to form your one-of-a-kind group. Borrow book club titles from our Group Reads section on the second floor of the main branch, along with a readers’ guide and a book bag. Loans are for up to six weeks. Here are a few book suggestions for your club: For a gregarious bunch who likes to keep the wine flowing, try The 100-YearOld ManWho Climbed Out theWindow and Disappeared. This witty, adventurous

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Held October 7 at Anvil Centre There are millions of dollars of building activity happening in NewWestminster every year. Last year alone, the value of projects completed by Jan. 1, 2015, was a staggering $236.5 million dollars, and projects on the go so far in 2015 are valued at another $200 million. The NewWestminster Chamber of Commerce celebrates this building activity by hosting its annual Royal City Builders’ Awards. Now in its 44th year, the ceremony recognizes building and design excellence and pays tribute to those

who are committed to retaining the city’s heritage. Nominees are builders, developers, architects, engineers, businesses and others who have chosen to invest in NewWestminster. This year’s best of the best were feted at a special gala onWednesday, Oct. 7, held at the Anvil Centre and hosted byToddTalbot (of Love It Or List ItVancouver fame). Jeff Norris, president and CEO of the Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation, was the night’s keynote speaker. Check out more photos of the night’s festivities at www. newwestrecord.ca.

The Royal City Builders’ Awards jury included (from left) Anirudh Rayas, Michael Hill, Karin Hung, Ken Falk, event chair Dan Osachoff, Donald Luxton and event coordinator Pamela Buck.

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Mayor Jonathan Cote with Lisa Spitale, chief administrative officer for the City of New Westminster, and Ken Falk mingle at the Royal City Builders’ Awards evening.

Jeff Norris of the Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation provided the keynote speech for the Royal City Builders’ Awards gala evening held Oct. 7 at Anvil Centre.

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I meet 94-year-old Dorothy Furness on a bright warm day in late June. She is a resident of Thornebridge Gardens re!rement community, a warm, elegant and excep!onally homey place located in uptown New Westminster. Dorothy decides she’d like to hold our interview in her suite. It’s an elevator ride and several hallways away from the lobby, an intricate enough route that I know I’m going to need her help to get back. And I’m only 48. I wonder what it’s like to have to learn to navigate a new home at her age. We sit together at her kitchen table and, as if reading my mind, Dorothy tells me the story of the irst !me she walked from here to the Thornebridge dining room. Later in our conversa!on, I learn that she has travelled Europe, Russia, South America, the Falklands and the Hawaiian is-

lands. But in this moment, she recalls that walk as a truly formidable challenge. “We have a rule here,” Dorothy says of Thornebridge Gardens, “that you greet everyone you see. You become much more relaxed as you go, so that by the !me you get down to eat, you have become the person you want the world to see.” She pauses, recalls the deep breath she took in the doorway of the dining hall that irst evening, and then adds: “You have to reinvent yourself. You have to become a di"erent person.”

boomers age, that wisdompool is only going to grow. In the next 20 years, the New West senior popula!on is expected to increase by an astounding 147 per cent. Elders form a highly sensi!ve part of our popula!on, uniquely vulnerable to demen!a, physical injury, mental health and addic!ons, social isola!on and depression. Simply by virtue of surviving, one’s elder years are generally marked by signiicant loss – of personal capacity, of familiar surroundings, of rela!ves and Continued on page 41

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survived unhurt. They drank melted snow from the men’s fedoras, took turns sheltering inside the wreckage, and ate stew and pineapple dropped from search planes for the two days and nights it took rescuers to reach them. In the strange way shared experiences have of a"ec!ng everyone di"erently, Dorothy came away from the crash more determined than ever to travel. How does one person thrive where another falters? Certainly life circumstances, upbringing, opportunity and maybe even gene!cs all play a part. Studies show that while as much as 50 per cent of your personality may be formed by nature, the remaining 50 per cent comes down (not to your parents! but) to your peers. We become like the six people with whom we spend the most !me. So, look around you. Do you like what you see? THE SENIOR PEERS Dorothy belongs to the Elegant Eigh!es, a group of six octogenarian ladies who lunch and lay bare their feelings about aging as the others listen. They all met within the last quarter-century through a New Westminster organiza!on called Senior Peer Counselling (SPC). That mee!ng point is no coincidence; it’s the bedrock of their friendship and their fuel for thriving. In 1985, Beryl Pe$y and Joy Barkwill of Century House created the one-of-a-kind-program whereby seniors could seek free, coniden!al counsel and assistance from a trained, empathe!c peer who could relate to their perspec!ve and life experiences. Thirty years

later, with 16 volunteer counsellors and 156 peer clients this year, the program is considered to be Century House’s emo!onal heart. Peer pairs meet at Century House or in the client’s home. Counsellors listen, clarify and empower their clients to deal more effec!vely with life transi!ons, isola!on or loneliness, and bereavement and loss. Both the counsellors and the clients beneit, integra!ng novel thinking and behavioural skills that become second nature and ind their way into new interac!ons, ac!vi!es, and rela!onships. Dorothy volunteered as a counsellor for 15 years. “You ind it beneits not only the client but (also) yourself,” she says. She and her sister Elegant Eigh!es, all former peer counsellors, use the skills they learned to help each other now and to create meaning in their own rapidly changing lives every day. The SPC program costs $20,000 a year to run and another $7,000 a year for the training por!on. That might sound expensive un!l you realize that 16 to 20 volunteers see an average of 160 peer-clients per year, for 20 sessions each. The median cost of a paid counselling session is about $120, which means a $27,000 program is providing services the market value of which is approximately $384,000. Be$y Newton has sat on the Thornebridge community fund commi$ee since its forma!on. It was Dorothy Furness who got her involved. She thought it was a great idea from the moment she learned of it, and she sees it as Thornebridge residents’ Continued on page 42

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First “Agrihood” in BC Links New Home Community to Working Farm

ome recreational developers link real estate to golf courses, others to skiing, water sports or tennis courts. At the Creekside Mills at Cultus Lake, the attraction is a working farm, some of it Agricultural Reserve Land (ALR) that surrounds the 129 detached houses. “We’ve incorporated 10 acres of recreational agricultural land where homeowners can enjoy an edible landscape including a community garden, fruit orchards, livestock area, berry fields, and then sell the fruits of their labour at our farmers market or bring it back home to eat,” explained Steven Van Geel, sales director at Creekside Mills at Cultus Lake and founder of Frosst Creek Developments.

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The inspiration for Creekside Mills is an 80-acre family farm that had operated for 50 years near Cultus Lake. Only a small portion of the land was in BC’s ALR. Frosst Creek purchased the farm and was allowed to take the 4.4 acres out of the ALR, but replaced it with about 10 acres that is now deemed agricultural land. “We have incorporated the ALR land around the development,” Van Geel said, referring the concept as an “agrihood.” Creekside Mills, a bare-land strata, gated community, will also have full-time staff to maintain the farmland and lifestock, and will offer educational programs and workshops to children about raising plants and animals. Residents will be encouraged to harvest

fruit and vegetables, operate their own community garden and even get fresh eggs from a hen house, Van Geel said. “We want to bring the farm back to life,” he said.

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While linking new residential developments to farming has been done in the United States, Van Geel said Creekside Mills is the first such project he knows of in BC. The project’s strata fees are around $180 per month, which will help pay for the farm operations, a recreation centre and community swimming pools, according to Van Geel. The plan is to roll Creekside Mills out in

two phases over the next two to three years, with the farm maturing around it. “I was raised on farm,” Van Geel said, “and I think a lot of families would like their children to experience it.” According to a 2014 study conducted by Surrey-based Fifth Ave Real Estate Marketing Ltd., 80 per cent of respondents found the concept of recreational agriculture as an attractive amenity they would want near their home. At the time of writing, six homes in the first phase had been sold – two of them to young families – although this was before the official sales launch in mid-October. Prices for two-bedroom ranchers start at $500,000, with two-storey, three-bedroom houses from $600,000, Van Geel said.

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With a moniker like ‘Riot,’ this Royal City soccer squad can be counted on bringing the noise to the pitch on a weekly basis. The under-21 women’s soccer team are showing they mean business in the Metro Women’s junior circuit, standing their ground against the competition. “We’re doing OK,” noted coach Wayne McCarthy. “We like to use our speed as we’re a faster, younger team.” The roster consists of mostly New West-

minster Secondary graduates but includes 10 players who are eligible to be playing u-18 -- and one 16-year-old. “We didn’t have enough girls to make a u-18 team, so we’ve brought them up.” Last week, while they fell 1-0 to North Coquitlam United, it was a thoroughly polished performance that put the Royal City crew on an even footing with the league’s No. 2 lineup for much of the day. In a physical, back-and-forth battle between the two clubs, the lone goal came late in the first half off a lofted shot that barely tucked under the crossbar.

The Riot’s best scoring chance came off the foot of Cressen Isaac, a former NCU player, whose free kick was a tough stop for the NoCo netminder.Turning in strong games at centre back were Chantal Costa and Ravi Sidhu, while goalkeeper Manju Hoonjan played well. A week earlier, the Riot rolled past the North Shore Synergy 5-0 with four players netting goals. Jennifer Tamondong opened the scoring, cutting in from the left after taking a pass from Sarah McCarthy just three minutes into the contest. Gurpreet Bilan stepped

hard into the game’s second goal before the 10-minute mark, launching a rocket from 30 yards out. Before the half expired, Marcie Dheilly-Sturrock upped the lead to 3-0 by converting McCarthy’s corner kick. McCarthy, who missed much of 2014 due to ACL surgery, capped a stellar outing with two goals in the second half. Although they are in sixth spot at 2-3, the Riot have been amazingly consistent, even against undefeated Surrey three weeks ago in a 2-0 loss. Royal City plays host to Dasmesh United on Sunday, 6 p.m. at Queen’s Park East.

Hyacks give No. 1 Rams tough test

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A loss is a loss, but the New Westminster Hyacks could count both of theirs in a different category. Although head coach Farhan Lalji doesn’t accept moral victories, his senior AAA football team surely earned points by hanging on and providing undefeated No. 1-ranked Mount Doug its best test of the season in a 28-21 defeat on Friday. Without five starters due to a variety of injuries and illnesses, New West ventured to Victoria not knowing what they’d encounter. But the defence stood firm and the offence took advantage of some lengthy runs to stay within striking distance. “I’m very proud of my guys today, and it had nothing to do with who we played.We were very beat up coming in, and had guys plug and play into new spots, and they just kept battling all game,” said Lalji. “They’re starting to come together and build character.We still have a lot of

football ahead of us and I’m looking forward to seeing us play our best football in the weeks ahead.” Mount Doug scored first, but Justin Swartz pulled down Nick Hauka’s 28-yard pass to put the Hyacks on the board. Hauka, substituting for starting quarterback Jamie Shiho, also counted a two-point convert to make it 8-8 in the first quarter. After the Rams pushed ahead Gurvir Ghuman grinded out a 14-yard TD run. When the Victoria squad grabbed a 22-15 advantage midway through the second quarter, no white flags went up. Instead, Hauka connected with Michael Thind for a 52-yard major to make it 22-21 at halftime. Although Mount Doug scored the only TD of the second half, New West’s defence proved up to the task the rest of the way. The Hyacks sit in a threeway tie for third place in the Western Conference at 1-2. They host Notre Dame, who also owns the same record, on Friday, 7:30 p.m. at Mercer Stadium.

Threading the needle: A New Westminster atom hockey player, right, puts his pass through a scrum of Vancouver defenders during an atom C game at Queen’s Park Arena. PHOTO JENNIFER GAUTHIER

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The recognition was meted out across B.C., but the hallowed grounds that is New Westminster lacrosse received a big slice of it at the B.C. Lacrosse Association’s Annual General Meeting in Whistler two weeks ago. Earning kudos were Royal City natives Jason Bishop, Darren Flintoff, Dirk Rachfall and Aaron Wildgrove. In nearly each case, the award was a surprise and humbly received. “It was awesome,” remarked Bishop, who collected the Bill McBain Minor Box coaching

merit award. “I didn’t expect it and to win it with all the other people who were nominated, who I look up to, was very humbling.” Coaching both box and field, Bishop has established a strong reputation over the years for breaking things down to palatable lessons for various age groups. He first picked up the coaching bug in 2001, and the past four seasons has skippered Team B.C. This year he’s added girls field lacrosse to his resume. “It’s the friendships you develop, being part of a community of people. I’ve met a lot of great people and it’s so rewarding. Lacrosse has given a lot to me and I love

giving back.” Wildgrove was honoured in the minor referee category, taking home the Jimmy Gunn box referee merit award. As New Westminster Minor Lacrosse’s head referee in charge of training officials, Wildgrove finds preparing young refs for the gauntlet of challenges is a reward in itself. “I was blessed with being born in New West and knowing what Bellies lacrosse means from a young age. I had great mentors growing up so for me (refereeing) is like paying it forward.” He has been doing the whistleblowing off and on since the age of 15, and the 39-year-old believes

that today’s pressures have made recruiting and retaining officials a difficult task. “The biggest challenge that I see is helping kids build that confidence to stand up and make that call,” noted Wildgrove. “We take a lot of pride in the fact that New West officials are seen as doing a very good job.” Flintoff, the president of New Westminster Minor Lacrosse Association, picked up the Art Daoust Merit award. “I certainly don’t do it for the awards but it’s flattering to be honoured and recognized by your peers,” said Flintoff. He takes pride in seeing Bishop

and Wildgrove earn their kudos, and says NWMLA is well represented by their efforts. “I can’t stress enough how (Bishop) has contributed. … There are so many times I’m told by parents how impressed they are in how he teaches the game. He’s an inspiring guy. “Aaron is always around, volunteering his time to watch the referees. He’s there to make them better referees and better people.” Rachfall, who was unavailable for comment, was presented with the Tom Gordon ‘Mr. Lacrosse’ Plaque for his work as BCLA’s field directorate, overseeing men’s, women’s and youth associations.

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Hang time: Matt Church and Matthew Campbell watch as Ross Arbo, right, stretches for a long pass during Sunday’s Ultimate Frisbee Fall tournament at Qayqayt Field in New West. The fun-packed sport expects to start up with winter drop-in come February and continue through the summer months. To see more photos, go to www.newwestrecord.ca. For info, visit http://canspice.org/of-discs/ PHOTO JENNIFER GAUTHIER

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acks bested Mount Doug 47-46 on Friday. He counted TDs of three, 55, 60 and 65 yards, while RobertsonYagyog dashed in a 52-yard major.

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The community of lacrosse lost a true gentleman two weeks ago with the passing of John Van Os. The longtime New Westminster junior Salmonbellies president and member of the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame died Oct. 14 at the age of 91. Van Os’ influence in the game included lengthy stints in both minor and junior lacrosse, beginning in the centennial year of 1967. He took on various responsibilities and would rise to the rank of president of both New West minor and the New West junior A Bellies, with the pinnacle of achievement coming in the 1994 Minto Cup championship, won at Queen’s Park Arena. “He was (junior Salmonbellies) president for 13 years and as president put things in place for others to succeed,” noted current New West junior president Walt Weaver. “As a president John was behind the scenes putting all the right people in place. “He loved the game and wanted to see that the players got the most out of the game.” The 1994 championship victory saw the Stan Stewardson-coached Bellies, considered heavy underdogs, out-flank the visiting Brampton Excelsiors in seven games, backstopped by netminder Curtis Palidwor. Van Os remained in the position un-

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Pierogies-15 Varieties 8 pcs for $1000 Gluten free available in Potato Cheddar Onion 8 pcs for $1400

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Seating for up to 60 people

441 East Columbia Street, New Westminster 604.521.1871 www.chansgarden.ca

Cabbage Rolls each $400 Red Borscht with homemade Dumplings Large Bowl $500

Friendly & Comfortable Atmosphere

Your 7th Meal is on us! Freshly Frozen Pierogies one dozen $700 • Gluten Free Frozen Pierogies one dozen $1300 DINE IN - TAKE OUT - CATERING

806 - 20th St., New Westminster • Open 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday www.iwonapierogies.ca • 604-524-4144

Le Pizzo Bella

BEST Pizza Hotspot in New Westminster!

2015

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Voted best Indian Restaurant 11 years in a row!

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11:00 am to 10:00 pm Closed Tuesdays. Closed Tuesdays.

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3 Spring Rolls, 3 Spring Chow Rolls, Mein, Chicken Chicken Chow Mein, Beef Chop Suey, Beef Chop Suey, Sweet & Sour Chicken Balls, SweetPork & Sour Chicken BBQ Fried Rice Balls, BBQ Pork Fried Rice

4.50 Drink Specials

Combo Lunch Special $1300 Bowl of soup, Choice of Cabbage Roll, or 4 Pierogies with Salad or Sausage

DINNER THREE DINNER FOR FOR THREE $$ 95 95

OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK 11:00 A amWEEK to 10:00 pm

OPEN 11am-9pm Sunday to Friday 4:30-10:00 pm on Saturday

Free

Combination lunch dishes & soup dishes & soup

Las Rustica & La Spaghetteria Menu’s Combined

12 YEARS IN A ROW!

Fresh, Homemade original recipes from scratch just like mom used to make. Ask about our delicious Daily Specials

LUNCH SPECIALS DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS DAILY Combination lunch

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Family Family Owned Owned & & Operated the Operated by by the Chan Chan family family

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604-553-4900 465 E Columbia St., New e Westminster

Open: Tue. to Sat. 12pm – 11pm • Mon., Sun. & Holidays 3pm – 10pm ORDER ONLINE AND SAVE MONEY • www.lepizzobella.com

10% OFF FOOD BILL

Buy one entrée. Get one FREE.

Offer valid until November 30, 2015. Mention this ad. Pickup only.

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Minimum total before taxes must be $50

Royal Tandoori

INDIAN RESTAURANT

$9 value. With the purchase of an appetizer. Dine in only.

One of the Lower Mainland’s hidden treasures. Famous for traditional nan bread, mango butter chicken and saag lamb. Vegetarian and curry dishes are a Royal Tandoori speciality.

604-521-2247 • 83 Sixth St., New Westminster www.royaltandoori.ca