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War of the petunias in city strata Owner says move is a ‘personal vendetta’

By Theresa McManus

tmcmanus@newwestrecord.ca

A war of the petunias is breaking out in an uptown condo where a strata council is ordering a longtime owner to remove planters from the patio.

For more than a decade, Maryann Wadge and Kevin Gilbraith have sought to enhance their home by creating a garden oasis on the patio of their first floor suite in the Charter House. Passersby often pause to comment on the garden, and a bridal party once stopped for a photo beside the pots filled with petunias, geraniums, begonias and other flowers – plants that were once supported and encouraged by a previous strata council.

“We have had the flowers since I moved in 15 years ago,” Wadge said. “Everybody loved them.They have never complained before but have decided we have ruined the look of Continued on page 7

PRESERVING BEAUTY: Kevin Gilbraith, above, and Maryann Wadge have sought to enhance their home by creating a garden oasis on the patio, but their building’s strata council has ordered them to remove the planters. PHOTO CORNELIA NAYLOR

Chiefs call for school to be built on another site

By Cayley Dobie

cdobie@newwestrecord.ca

A group of First Nations leaders have joined the chorus of voices calling on the province to find a new site for the proposed New Westminster Secondary School replacement project.

The Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs released a statement last week urging the pro-

vincial government to find an alternative location for the new high school because its current location is encroaching on burial grounds.

“Any development on this site without adequate consultation to the 19 Indigenous stakeholders would be in direct contravention of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, which necessitates the inclusion of those Indigenous

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This comes only a couple of weeks after Vancouver-based Canadians for Reconciliation Society sent a letter to the school district urging staff to find another location for the high school replacement project.

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Up Front PIER TO LANDING

City dives into fun on the waterfront

By Theresa McManus

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New Westminster is taking advantage of the closure of Front Street to highlight its waterfront parks.

The city is holding a Pier to Landing event on Sunday, June 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.The event will include a grand opening for the Fourth Street elevator and overpass and will take advantage of the closure of Front Street (due to deconstruction of part of the parkade and construction of the Front Street Mews) to highlight connections between Sapperton Landing Park and Westminster Pier Park.

“We saw that there is a really unique opportunity, with Front Street being closed to traffic, to actually allow the community to start to envision what a connection between Sapperton Landing and Westminster Pier Park would be like,” said Mayor Jonathan Cote. “We had planned to do a small opening of the overpass and the elevator connecting to the park.We thought why not combine that and take advantage of Front Street being closed. …

What’s up? ! Ribbon cutting for the Fourth Street Elevator – 11 a.m. ! Community art projects at Sapperton Landing and a couple of stops along Front Street be-

HOOKED: The city is inviting everybody to a river event on June 19, which includes fishing at Sapperton Landing, sandcastle building at Pier Park, a bike rodeo, a city-run barbecue and lots of other attractions. The event grew from the offical opening of the Fourth Street elevator and overpass into a plan to show people what the city’s long-term vision is for the city’s entire waterfront. PHOTO FILE PHOTO

We really see this as being an opportunity for the community to start to better understand what the city’s long-term waterfront vision is.”

Pier to Landing, which is taking place on Father’s Day, will include activities in three locations – Front Street, Sapperton Landing Park and Westminster Pier

tween the parks. ! A bike rodeo at Westminster Pier Park. ! Cycling tours. ! Historical and environmental walking tours. ! Live entertainment will feature about five busking stops

along the route, offered in conjunction with local artist installations. ! Sandcastle-building activities at Westminster Pier Park. ! Paper Girl art program. Art is collected from the local creative community, exhibited and then

Park.

“We really want to encourage everyone to bring their families down. It’s Father’s Day, so I’ll be down there with my children,”

Cote said. “It will allow the community to enjoy the day down there, but also to envision that longer term future for our waterfront.”

distributed by cyclists to passersby. ! Fishing at Sapperton Landing. Getting Hooked on Fishing is happening in conjunction with the Family Fishing Society of B.C. ! A city-run barbecue at Sap-

perton Landing and Eats at the Pier. ! City engagement about the City of New Westminster’s waterfront vision. ! Pop-up museum. !Bike decorating and parade for kids and families.

Drug overdoses on the increase in New West City organization will help save lives when its outreach workers are equipped with naloxone kits

By Cornelia Naylor

cnaylor@newwestrecord.ca

A New Westminster nonprofit will soon have a new way to help stem the surge of drug overdose deaths that led the province to declare a public health emergency last month.

Local illicit drug overdose deaths jumped from one in 2007 to 11 last year, according to new data released by the B.C. Coroners Service last week.

The increase mirrors a

similar surge provincewide – with fentanyl, a synthetic painkiller 100 times more potent than morphine, accounting for or contributing to a growing percentage of the deaths.

In 2012, fentanyl was detected – alone or in combination with other drugs – in five per cent of overdose deaths in the province. In 2015, that figure shot up to 32 per cent.

For Lynda Fletcher-Gordon, program director for the Stride Program at the

Lower Mainland Purpose Society, fentanyl is a game changer, and her organization is in the final stages of becoming a designated distributor of naloxone, a drug that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose within minutes.

Stride outreach workers distribute harm-reduction information and supplies, like clean needles, antiseptic swabs and condoms, from a mobile health unit in a number of Fraser Health communities.

Fletcher-Gordon said the importance of equipping these workers with naloxone kits was driven home in the tent city erected by homeless campers in Maple Ridge last year.

“Our people were going in there, and people were overdosing in front of them,” she said. “It’s scary for workers who are not medical people; they’re not paramedics, but somebody’s dying in front of them. It just seemed to us, especially with the fentanyl going on

the way it is, that it was a really necessary thing to do.”

Naloxone kits will be provided by the B.C. Centre of Disease Control, and outreach workers will be trained to administer the drug.

But naloxone alone won’t stop the spike in overdose deaths, according to Fraser Health harm reduction coordinator Erin Gibson.

“Naloxone can’t be the only answer that we have in our basket of options for preventing and responding

to the overdose epidemic,” she told the Record.

Another important piece, Gibson said, is raising public awareness about how to prevent, recognize and respond to an overdose – something that often requires overcoming the stigma and social isolation experienced by drug users.

“You can maybe stand and watch them for a little and see if they’re taking steady, even breaths that are Continued on page 7

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CITYPAGE 2016 EUROPEAN CHAFER MANAGEMENT

Tuesday, May 24 7:00 pm West End Residents’ Association Meeting Unity in Action Church, 1630 Edinburgh St.

Thursday, May 26 7:00 pm Glenbrook North Residents’ Association Meeting NWPL, Plaskett Room

Saturday, May 28 11:00 am – 5:00pm Hyack Parade & Uptown Street Festival Uptown New Westminster

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Pick up subsidy coupons and chafer management information at the Parks and Recreation administration office (600 Eighth Street) between Monday, May 30th and Friday, June 3rd from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm or Century House (620 Eighth Street) from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

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NOTICE OF HIGHWAY CLOSURE AND DISPOSITION

The City of New Westminster gives notice of its intention to close to traffic and remove the dedication of the following portion of highway located at the rear of 501 and 503 Twelfth Street in the City of New Westminster, all dedicated as highway by Plan 9237, more particularly described as that 49.1 square metres portion of lane shown outlined in bold and identified as “Parcel A” on the sketch above.

Bylaw No. 7824, 2016, closing that portion of highway to traffic and removing its dedication as highway will be considered by Council at its regular meeting at the City of New Westminster City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC, on May 30, 2016 at 6:00 pm. Persons who consider they are affected by the bylaw will be provided an opportunity to make representations to Council at the meeting or by delivering a written submission to the City Clerk by 5:00 pm on May 30, 2016.

The City of New Westminster further gives notice of its intention to sell that closed portion of highway to 0976386 B.C. Ltd. for consolidation with its adjacent properties located at 501, 503 and 505 Twelfth Street, New Westminster and legally described as: PID: 011-418-877, PARCEL “ONE” (H54142E) LOT “B” SUBURBAN BLOCK 10 PLAN 9237; PID: 011-418-893, PARCEL “2” (H54142) LOT “B” SUBURBAN BLOCK 10 PLAN 9237; PID: 005-513-154, LOT “A” SUBURBAN BLOCK 10 PLAN 9237; and PID: 010-819282, LOT 2 OF LOT 16 SUBURBAN BLOCK 10 PLAN 2620.

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

As consideration for the transfer, the City will receive $65,000 and 0976386 B.C. Ltd. will dedicate as public highway a 122.6 square metre-portion of its abovedescribed lands fronting on Twelfth Street.

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6:00 p.m. on May 30, 2016 in Council Chamber City Hall 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9 ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7840, 2016 (602 AND 620 EWEN AVENUE AND 257 BOYNE STREET) PROJECT DESCRIPTION: An application has been received to rezone the properties at 602 and 620 Ewen Avenue and 257 Boyne Street (outlined in bold on the map) to allow a residential development with 16 townhouse units.

WHAT IS ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7840, 2016 ABOUT? A rezoning is required to change the zoning on the property from Queensborough Neighbourhood Residential Dwelling Districts (RQ-1) and Local Commercial Districts (C-1) to Queensborough Townhouse Districts (RT3B) to allow the project to proceed. The project has a density of 20.7 units per acre and the floor space ratio of 0.62. The project provides 32 parking spaces for residents and three parking spaces for visitors. The access to the project is from the rear lane.

HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the Public Hearing, May 13 to May 30, 2016. City Hall hours are Monday between 8:00 am and 7:00 pm, Tuesday through Friday between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm (except statutory holidays).

HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on May 30, 2016 at 6:00 pm, or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the Public Hearing.

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9 Questions? Phone: 604-527-4523

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

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New school petition delivered to Victoria

By Cayley Dobie

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The state of New Westminster’s crumbling high school was thrust into the spotlight once again this week – this time in Victoria.

In the legislature Tuesday, New Westminster MLA Judy Darcy presented the results of a pe-

tition calling on the provincial government to immediately approve funding for the replacement of New Westminster Secondary School.The petition, which had been circulation throughout the community since early April, garnered between 850 and 900 signatures, according to Darcy.

“I think everybody is eager-

ly awaiting the announcement. I can’t go anywhere on the streets in New Westminster without people asking me (about it),” she told the Record. “I feel confident that the school district has done its job incredibly well in dealing with anticipating every potential issue and problem.”

Despite public pressure from

Darcy and the residents who signed the petition, it’s still unclear when the high school will be approved. Education Minister Mike Bernier has said repeatedly the replacement project is his ministry’s number 1 priority and according to the ministry that is still the case.

In an email to the Record, the ministry said the proposal was still

awaiting final approval.

“I speak to the education minister literally every day, including today after I presented the petition, so I’m hopeful, and I think it’s really important that parents’ voices were heard,” Darcy said on Tuesday.

School layout would respect ‘historic use’ of site the Douglas Road Cemetery after he was executed in 1865 in New Westminster.This was later disproven in a study that showed the chief was actually more likely to have been buried at a site near the old courthouse.

In an emailed statement to the Record, New Westminster school district superintendent Pat Duncan said the district has worked hard to develop the high school replacement proposal.

“The New Westminster School District has undertaken significant work to ensure that we have an accurate understanding of the site risks, and have proposed a school layout that mini-

Continued from page 1 The cemetery, known as the Douglas Road Cemetery, lies roughly under the Pearson wing and was in use from the 1860s to 1919.

Reports commissioned by the New Westminster school district describe the cemetery as extending south from 10th Avenue to Dublin Street along Eighth Street for a total of about 14 acres. Among the buried were patients from Essondale (now known as Riverview), the poor, prisoners and stillborn babies.

The cemetery was also used by Chinese, Sikh and First Nations people. Eight years ago, it was revealed that Tsilhqot’in Chief Ahan might have been buried at

mizes the potential of those risks while also respecting the historic use,” he noted.

Duncan said the district is also committed to working with stakeholders, including First Nations groups, and once the project is approved by the province, the district will be contacting “stakeholders to request participation on a stakeholders’ advisory committee.”

The Ministry of Education echoed the district’s comments, adding it will be reaching out to stakehold-

... the current site is the only viable option ers on how to best memorialize the cemetery as part of the project.

The province also confirmed it looked at other sites but “given size requirements, the lack of other suitable pieces of property, and having the city’s recre-

ation facilities (ice rink and track) located nearby, the current site is the only viable option,” according to a statement emailed to the Record.

Any plans for a new school would focus on parts of the school site that are away from burial sites and “all work will be done under the supervision of an archeologist,” according to the ministry.

Despite this, there’s still no word on when the project will get the green light.

The project is a top priority for the Ministry of Education, and the province is working closely with the district to move forward on it as quickly as possible.

“We are in the process of doing a final detailed review in order to make a final funding decision,” according to the ministry.

The Union of B.C. Indians Chiefs was unavailable for further comment.

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The Thursday, May 12 edition of the Record featured an interview with school board trustee candidate Mary Lalji.

The interview mistakenly included a portion of an interview with trustee candidate Dee Beattie, which ran earlier this month. Please note, Lalji is not retiring this year, as the incorrect answer suggests. The Record regrets the error and apologizes for any confusion it may have caused. To read Dee Beattie’s full interview and Mary Lalji’s full interview, go to www.newwestrecord.ca

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Verdict expected soon in New West killing Teen pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder in 2013 baseball bat attack in theWest End The public will soon learn the fate of a teen accused of killing a Surrey youth in December 2013 near the 22nd Street SkyTrain station.

Karim Meskine was attacked with a baseball bat while walking near the 22nd Street SkyTrain station on the evening of Dec. 17, 2013. He was found unconscious and rushed to the hospital, but he never re-

gained consciousness and died three days later.

The four-week trial wrapped up earlier this month in B.C. Supreme Court in New Westminster, and the judge’s decision is expected to be read in court on Thursday, June 30 at 10 a.m.

Meskine’s alleged killer, who is a New Westminster resident who cannot be

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Continued from page 3 happening at least every five seconds,” said Gibson about responding to an individual who might be overdosing. “At some point I think it’s important to maybe say, ‘Excuse me. I’m concerned about you,’ before you touch them.”

Penetrating the social isolation that makes illicit drug users vulnerable during an

overdose is a key part of Stride’s work, according to Fletcher-Gordon.

“For us, harm reduction is the first point of contact,” she said. “Yeah, we give a clean needle, but at the same time it’s about way more than that. It’s about connection, relationship building.You hope that that clean needle is going to lead to a conversation and a con-

versation and a conversation, and one day that person’s going to say, ‘Help me.

I need to get out of there.’

And you’re there and you help to make it happen.”

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Strata nixes plant display Continued from page 1 the building.We are having major issues.They want us to remove the whole garden.”

On behalf of Charter House’s strata corporation, Quay Pacific Property Management wrote to Wadge telling her it’s been alleged that her balcony plants may be causing water filtration issues and change the “common look” of the building and ordered that all plants be removed.

“We had engineers here a year-and-a-half ago because we have had water ingress in the building. It was nothing to do with those pots on the wall,” she said of their findings. “It’s just ridiculous. It’s almost like a personal sort of thing. I don’t know why.”

Stating that the plants are contrary to the strata corporation bylaws, which state owners shall not erect or hang awnings, shades or screens over the balcony, the letter requested that all plants be removed within 14 days.

“Not one person anywhere in the building or an-

ywhere else has made a negative comment,” Gilbraith said. “Every single comment we’ve gotten from people walking by and strata council have been positive.

In fact, we had letters from the previous strata council from about two years ago saying how wonderful our plants are.”

Prior to shopping for this year’s flowers and getting the planters ready,Wadge said she got permission from the property management company. A couple days later, she received a letter stating the council recommended the planters be removed.

Wadge, who is the owner of the couple’s unit, is currently being treated for high blood pressure and is medically incapable of appearing before the strata council.

Because he’s not the unit’s owner, Gilbraith can’t speak to the council on her behalf.

“My blood pressure is 190 over 105 because of this,” she said of a situation she considers a personal vendetta. “They come to our window.They are point-

ing and making rude remarks.”

The couple has met with a lawyer, who has informed the property management company that the couple is taking legal action regarding the order to remove the planters and hanging baskets.

“It’s an extension of our home.We are seniors.We had a huge home. Fifteen years ago when I left my home I came here and I thought it’s going to be nice to have something like I had before.We were encouraged to do it.We have letters from previous councils telling us to go ahead and it’s actually added to the look of the building,”Wadge said. “Everybody that walks down the street stops. It’s really just a little social thing. Everybody in the building liked them, then all of a sudden this happened out of the blue.”

The strata property manager could not comment on the issue and said the Record’s request for an interview would be forwarded to the council for review.

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Opinion OUR VIEW

Time for Marc Garneau to check in Justice was done last month when a Supreme Court judge ruled against Port Metro Vancouver and Fraser Surrey Docks in the ongoing wrangling over its coal facility proposal.

The crown corporation was trying to quash an application for a judicial review of the permit approval process for a coal facility at Fraser Surrey Docks.

A citizens’ group is arguing that the permit approval process for the coal plan

is biased and fails to take into account important elements.They’re not the only ones saying this.The City of New Westminster also jumped aboard in support of the court challenge.

The contentious plan would see coal transported by rail to the facility, across from New Westminster, and then shipped out on tankers.

During the public input process for the coal facilty everyone from the Fras-

er Health Authority to folks who live across from the proposed facility expressed serious concerns. Concerns the Port has still not adequately addressed.

But Port Metro Vancouver is a Crown corporation that seems to be a fiefdom unto its own. It is accountable to the federal Minister of Transport and owes no allegiance to the communities it operates in.When the Conservatives were in power, the Conservative ap-

pointee Minister of Transport, Lisa Raitt, was clearly behind almost any project which could bring more bucks into the Port’s pockets.The fact that coal is facing a rapidly diminishing market, and even the U.S. is not allowing any more coal licences on federal lands, might make any reasonable person question the plan to build a new coal facility. But apparently that hasn’t fazed the Port.

With the Port’s last at-

tempt to have the citizens’ case dismissed in court, it has shown that it is still intent on ramming through this project at any cost.

This is wrong on so many levels: Firstly – it’s just a stupid plan, secondly, even though the Port has its own flush bank account, the fact is that its bank account is actually part of the federal government, and – ergo – owned by the taxpayers of Canada. So, we have a crown corporation using

taxpayer funds to fight taxpayers who are trying to have a say in what is happening in their communities. Not good.

On the bright side, the new Liberal Minister of Transport is Marc Garneau.

We know he’s got his hands full with lots of stuff, but we’re hoping that Port Metro Vancouver is on his to-do list, and he turns this ship around real soon.

MY VIEW KEITH BALDREY

Greens should scare the NDP B.C. Green Party leader AndrewWeaver wants history to repeat itself.

More specifically, next spring he wants to see a replay of the 1991 election campaign, when the thenthird party shot to prominence and finished second, chiefly because of the performance of its party leader in the televised leaders’ debate during the campaign.

In other words,Weaver wants to “pull a Gordon Wilson” and take advantage of any dissatisfaction voters may have with both the ruling B.C. Liberals and the Opposition New Democrats.

He chuckled when I put that suggestion to him recently, but he did say he intends to focus on what he calls the “dichotomy of dysfunction” he says has strangled the B.C. legislature and the political process itself.

That take, of course, mirrorsWilson’s line during the 1991 debate when he pointed at NDP leader Mike Harcourt and Social Credit leader Rita Johnston as they squabbled over some issue and famously said: “This is why nothing ever gets done in the province of British Columbia.”

Of course,Weaver will need a lot of things to break his way if he wants the same kind of payoff enjoyed by Wilson, who took his B.C. Liberal party to official Opposition status.

Back then,Wilson took advantage of voter fatigue with a tremendously scan-

dal-plagued government beset by brutal internal problems, and many Socred voters simply went over and backed the other “free enterprise party” in the race.

But for all the controversies hovering over the current B.C. Liberal government, there’s hardly much of a parallel to the 1991 situation. For one thing, Christy Clark lurched from one controversy to another before the 2013 election and still won handsomely.

Plus, any internal problems plaguing her government – and there were some serious ones – disappeared with the successful election result.

However,Weaver is clearly counting on the continued struggles of the NDP to establish a coherent election platform will allow him an opening and a chance to appeal to those who are tired of the B.C. Liberals but very unsure about the NDP alternative.

NDP leader John Horgan insists the Green party drains votes almost entirely from the B.C. Liberals. He’s about the only one who thinks that, andWeaver says his party gets support right across the political spectrum.

I’m not convincedWeaver will indeed have his “GordonWilson moment,” but he will try to fashion one, and the ones who should be most worried about it happening are the New Democrats and their leader.

Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global B.C.

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Do the right thing with NWSS project

Does ‘coffee crossing’ need improvement?

Dear Editor I’ve watched (and in the past participated as a parent of two children that went to school in New West) as the school district administration, parents, the city and various consultants have wasted almost 20 years trying to build a new high school on an old cemetery site. Millions of dollars have been spent trying to determine the presence and extent of these cemeteries and then developing various designs that contort a new school building around where the bodies are supposedly buried. As soon as a possible solution appears to be in reach, folks with an interest in the buried spring out of the woodwork to protest the disrespect and cultural insensitivity that would be caused by the potential encroachment of structures and children on the bones.

Everyone says how “complicated” this project is. But the reality is that this is not complicated at all. We have an old abandoned cemetery on a large piece of land, and we have an old school that needs to be demolished and replaced. Tearing down and replacing an old school is not difficult – we have plenty of excellent engineers and contractors who have extensive experience in doing exactly this sort of thing (the same as was done at Burnaby Central Secondary only a few short years ago).

And decommissioning a cemetery is not difficult either – we have more than a sufficient number of archaeologists and other experts who could carry this out as well.

So why hasn’t this been dealt with many years ago? Well, it seems that the only reason for the holdup is that the Province of B.C. has taken the position that the New Westminster School District is 100 per cent responsible for the cemetery – as if they were the ones who buried the bodies there. As there is no way for the school district to come up with the estimated $30 to $40 million to decommission the cemeteries, nothing has been done.

The school district apparently now has a plan that allows for the new school to be built without encroaching on any of the cemeteries.

But the continued presence of the cemeteries continues to lurk in the background – creating a huge risk of stalling the new school project all over again.

However, there is a bigger issue. Although the history of First Nations in B.C. is thousands of years old, the history of British Columbia is very much more recent. Whether we are First Nations or naturalized British Columbians, cultural awareness, sensitivity and respect are vitally important values for us. Canada rightly spent huge sums of money to find, identify and properly bury fallen soldiers after the First and Second World Wars. The people buried in our cemeteries at NWSS similarly deserve our respect and a proper burial as well. They were a part of the making of British Columbia. They are a part of this province’s history.

We live in one of the wealthiest places on the earth. Surely we can insist that our province find the required money to face this onetime, completely unique, never to occur again situation that is a relic of our province’s short history. And since the proposed new school will not be built on top of these cemeteries, surely the decommissioning can be completed without delaying the construction of the new school.

Let’s do the right thing – and do it now.

Ron Unger, New Westminster

Graham Williams That crossing needs to be controlled. Sixth is frequently clogged up by people who, without respect for vehicular traffic, will meander across the road. There are no natural breaks in the flow, there’s no urgency to the crossing, and there’s almost a sense of entitlement “I’m a pedestrian, and you must yield to me in this uncontrolled space” I say this as someone who takes transit and walks to work, and walks 90% of the time in New West. This crossing is a danger; the button isn’t a “beg” button, and pedestrians aren’t “asking permission” to enter the space–it’s clarifying the relationship between pedestrian and car and giving both groups defined rules to follow.

Brad Cavanagh When I drive through there, I drive slower than normal because I know there’s a pedestrian crossing. It makes everybody safer, and given there’s no danger to pedestrians with the current setup, and it forces drivers to slow down and be more aware of their surroundings, I’m fine with the beg buttons not showing up.

Beg buttons don’t mean that the pedestrians are only allowed to cross the street when they’re on - they’re allowed to cross and have right-of-way at all times. The flashing lights merely allow drivers to be complacent and only be aware when lights are blinking.

Perhaps the answer is to make pedestrians more visible when they’re preparing to cross the street by removing on-street parking near this crosswalk.

Jason Lesage I just avoid that section of 6th Street when I’m driving because I know that traffic moves at a crawl. I’m sure I’m not the only one. That means more vehicles on other roads nearby and maybe a loss of business for retailers in that one-block area. However, pedestrian safety is first and foremost, so I don’t know how you get around this issue.

Jason Mc Hmm what’s more important the “philosophical argument” of driver vs pedestrian priority or the “physical argument” of steel vs flesh and bone? Seems like a no brainer to me.

Baldrey asks:Will economy trump ethics at the B.C. polls? @kammornanchor Very thought provoking, well written and understandable analysis of the often crazy world of #BCpoli. Well done K.B! @Bzubyk the difference is that NDP lives in a glass house on ethics but the economic record is unassailable.

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2016 SCHOOL DISTRICT (SD40) BY-ELECTION NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the City of New Westminster that an election by voting is necessary to elect one (1) School Trustee, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are: SCHOOL TRUSTEE – One (1) to be elected Surname Usual Names

Jurisdiction of Residence

BEATTIE LALJI

New Westminster New Westminster

Dee Mary

ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES Advance Voting Opportunities will be open to all qualified electors of the City of New Westminster. Per s.

107(3) of the Local Government Act, Advance Voting opportunities are open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.

Advance Voting Opportunities

Voting Location

Address

City Hall Council Chambers

511 Royal Avenue

Glenbrook Middle School Gymnasium

701 Park Crescent

Wednesday, June 1, 2016 (required under s. 107(1)(a) of the Local Government Act) Saturday, June 4, 2016

GENERAL VOTING DAY, SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 2016 General Voting Day will be open to qualified electors of the City of New Westminster on Saturday, June 11, 2016 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the following locations: #

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Queen Elizabeth Elementary School (Gym)

921 Salter Street

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Lord Tweedsmuir Elementary School (Gym)

1714 Eighth Avenue

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Lord Kelvin Elementary School (Gym)

1010 Hamilton Street

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Ecole Qayqayt Elementary School (Gym)

85 Merivale Street

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Glenbrook Middle School (Gym)

701 Park Crescent

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Richard McBride Elementary School (Gym)

331 Richmond Street

Please note that voting cards are not issued to New Westminster electors for this By-election. Qualified electors are entitled to vote only once in this By-election at any one of the above locations.

SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITIES Special Voting Opportunities for the 2016 School District By-Election will be open to qualified electors of the City of New Westminster on Friday, June 3, 2016 at the following times and locations: Voting Location

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8 am to 11 am

Only qualified electors of New Westminster who are patients/residents at the above facility on the dates and times shown are eligible to vote at the special voting opportunities. Where the patient/resident is unable to attend the voting place within the facility, election officials may attend the patient for the purpose of receiving their ballot.

ELECTOR REGISTRATION AT THE TIME OF VOTING If you are not on the list of electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: • 18 years of age or older; and • Canadian citizen; and • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day; and • resident of OR registered owner of real property in the City of New Westminster at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day; and • not otherwise disqualified by law from voting.

Resident electors will be required to produce 2 pieces of identification, at least one of which must contain the applicant’s signature. The identification documents must prove identity and proof of residency in the City of New Westminster.

Non-resident property electors (NRPEs) who have not yet registered with the City will be required to bring the following: • An application to register as an NRPE (available on the City’s election website or at City Hall during regular office hours); • If more than one person owns the property, a completed consent form (available on the City’s election website or at City Hall during regular office hours) signed by the majority of owners must accompany the application; • A copy of a real property tax notice issued by the City of New Westminster; and • One document that provides evidence of identity and contains the elector’s signature.

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CITYPAGE The City of New Westminster Election Office is now accepting applications for those interested in working as an Election Official for the June 2016 School District By-Election. We’re looking for people who: • Can deal courteously and effectively with the public, • Have effective communications skills and are fluent in the English language, and • Have a valid BC driver’s license.

Consideration will be given to people with prior election experience.

Application Forms are available: • On the City’s website at: http://www.newwestcity.ca/elections • At the City Hall Reception Desk, 511 Royal Avenue during normal office hours.

Completed application forms can be submitted in one of the following ways: • Dropped off at the City Hall Reception Desk • Scanned and emailed to: elections@newwestcity.ca • Mailed to: Election Office City of New Westminster 511 Royal Avenue.

New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9 For further information, contact elections@newwestcity.ca, or phone 604-527-4644.

LET’S TALK

PUBLIC HEARING

6:00 p.m. on May 30, 2016 in Council Chamber City Hall 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9 OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7822, 2016 (QUEENSBOROUGH SPECIAL STUDY AREA)

Residential:

• Even-numbered addresses: Monday and Wednesday, 1 am - 6 am only • Odd-numbered addresses: Tuesday and Thursday, 1 am - 6 am only • Both Even and Odd addresses: Friday, 4 am to 9 am 1. Newly turfed or seeded lawns may be irrigated more frequently, provided a permit stipulating conditions are first obtained from the Engineering Department. No new permits are issued for watering newly turfed or seeded lawns in Stage 3 and Stage 4.

2. Hand-watering of flowers, shrubs and vegetable gardens is not affected by the regulations at this stage.

3. Car washing using a hose equipped with a spring loaded shut-off device is permitted.

4. Residents may water their lawn with water from rain barrels outside of permitted watering hours.

If you require more information, please contact Engineering Operations at 604-526-4691. Thank you for your cooperation.

PUBLIC HEARING

PUBLIC HEARING

6:00 p.m. on May 30, 2016 in Council Chamber City Hall 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

6:00 p.m. on May 30, 2016 in Council Chamber City Hall 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7823, 2016 (QUEENSBOROUGH SPECIAL STUDY AREA)

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7818, 2016 (501, 503 AND 505 TWELFTH STREET AND ADJACENT LANE PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The City of New Westminster has received an application to develop a five storey residential building containing 34 units.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Platform Properties has submitted an application to rezone the properties identified in bold hatching on the adjacent map in accordance with the proposed OCP Amendment and Master Plan for the Queensborough Special Study Area.

Lawn sprinkling regulations are now in effect from May 15 – October 15. The policy affects both residential and non residential areas, and the permitted watering hours are summarized below:

Non-residential:

6:00PM

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Platform Properties in collaboration with City of New Westminster has submitted an Official Community Plan (OCP) amendment to change the land use designation of the properties outlined in bold on the adjacent map, and to add new design guidelines for all the properties hatched on the map.

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WHAT IS THIS APPLICATION ABOUT? An OCP amendment is required to allow the implementation of the Queensborough Eastern Neighbourhood Node Master Plan. The new land use designations specify what land uses will be permitted in this area in the future with a vision of creating a mixed-use neighbourhood with mediumdensity residential development, a unique high street, neighbourhood-oriented commercial plaza, a series of pedestrian-oriented streets, multi-use paths, and greenways to promote walking and cycling.

WHAT IS THIS APPLICATION ABOUT? The rezoning is required to bring the permitted land uses in line with those envisioned in the proposed OCP Amendment and Queensborough Master Plan.

This application involves rezoning the subject properties from Light Industrial Districts (M-1) to: • Queensborough Townhouse Districts (RT-3A) with provision for Single-Detached Dwellings (RT-2D); • Queensborough Neighbourhood Residential Dwelling Districts (RQ-1); • Comprehensive Development District (Mercer High Street) (CD-64); and • Comprehensive Development District (Neighbourhood-Oriented Commercial and Residential Mixed Use) (CD-65).

WHAT IS THE APPLICATION ABOUT? An application has been received to rezone the subject sites, 501, 503 and 505 Twelfth Street and a portion of City owned lane from Local Commercial Districts (C-1) and unzoned to Comprehensive Development District (Twelfth Street and Fifth Ave) (CD-62) in order to allow the development of a five storey residential building with 34 residential units. The proposal would involve the sale of a City owned lane to the applicant. The proposed density is a floor space ratio of 2.09 and 92 units per acre.

HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaws and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Division at City Hall 10 days prior to the Public Hearing, May 13 to May 30, 2016. City Hall hours are Monday between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., and Tuesday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (except statutory holidays).

HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on May 30, 2016 at 6:00pm, or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the Public Hearing.

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A closer look THE ENVIRONMENT

City man rallies anti-coal support E-petition launched calling on federal government to step in

acknowledge that assisting in the transport of thermal coal undermines efforts to cut global greenhouse gas A New Westminster man emissions. hopes an e-petition will “One of my big things douse plans for a coal faciliis sustainable future,” said ty at Fraser Surrey Docks.

Routledge, a wildKyle Routlife biologist. “Durledge, who ran ing the election as a Green Party campaign, I didn’t candidate in New meet a single perWestminster in son in New West the 2015 federal that thought this election, has initi(coal plan) was a ated an e-petition good idea.” calling on the fedRoutledge said eral government there are a lot of isto have an urgent sues with the envimeeting with Port Kyle Routledge ronmental impact Metro Vancouver assessment process. He’s to require comprehensive, emailed Canada’s environindependent, health and ment and natural resourcenvironmental impact ases ministers about changes sessments before considerhe’d like to see to the proing new coal shipping process but hasn’t received a jects and to implement a reply. credible, inclusive, broad “With this, I really want and open consultation prothe government to have a cess.The petition also asks second thought about facilthe federal government to Theresa McManus

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itating the export of a fossil fuel that we know is very detrimental to the environment,” he said of his epetition. “I want them to

revamp the EA (environmental assessment) process so that there is more accountability and there is more involvement from

people who could be directly impacted, and they are not just given lip service.”

The petition, available online since Feb. 16, will

be closed for signatures on June 15. New Westminster MP Peter Julian is sponsoring the e-petition and will Continued on page 13

Supreme Court judge refuses to dismiss coal case Environmental groups hope they’re back on track to having their case against a coal port facility heard in court.

In September 2014, Ecojustice submitted an application for a judicial review of the permit approval on behalf of Voters Taking Action on Climate Change, Communities and Coal and two individual citizens, alleging that Port Metro Vancouver was biased in its decision-making and failed to

consider the climate impacts that would be generated by the export and burning of this U.S. coal.The City of New Westminster later filed intervenor status in support of the court challenge.

The original proposal was for thermal coal mined in the United States to be sent to Canada via open rail cars, loaded onto open barges at Fraser Surrey Docks, shipped down the Fraser River and across the Strait of Georgia to Texada Island

and transferred to oceangoing vessels for shipment to Asia.That plan was later amended to have the coal loaded directly onto oceangoing vessels at the Surrey site, located across the river from the Quayside and Queensborough neighbourhoods.

Last month, a B.C. Supreme Court judge dismissed motions by Port Metro Vancouver and Fraser Surrey Docks to dismiss the case.

The port and (Fraser Surrey Docks) can still argue when the case goes to court ... If they do so, we’ll have to fight this issue all over again “The port and (Fraser Surrey Docks) can still argue when the case goes to court that our challenge is moot because the amended permit replaced the original

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“But bottom line, it looks like we are back on track for our case to be heard in court.We’re pretty confident that the case will go forward in the public interest.”

The environmental groups believe the case raises important issues about Port Metro Vancouver’s decision-making, as well as the issue of climate change.

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City news Fires still burn near McMurray NewWestmisnter woman shares her family’s evacuation story

Cayley Dobie

cdobie@newwestrecord.ca

While thousands of people wait to hear if they’ll be allowed to return to their homes, one NewWestminster woman is calling on her neighbours to show their support for the residents displaced by the Fort McMurray fires.

Alison Golosky’s grandfather moved to Fort McMurray when he was just 11 years old, long before industry set up shop. Golosky herself was born in Fort McMurray, along with her five sisters, and when she first heard about the fires she had no idea how bad the situation really was.

Both Golosky’s parents and her sister and brother-in-law still live in the city and a few days before the evacuation, Golosky got a call from a friend asking how her parents were doing.

While she had recently spoken with them, she called anyways just to check in.

“I said, ‘How are you?’ and my dad said, ‘Oh, we’re

fine, we’re home relaxing,’ and I said, ‘What about the fire?’ And he said, ‘Yeah, you can tell it’s a little bit smoky, but we’re just keeping the windows closed,’” she recalled.

By Tuesday, May 3, however, the fires had gotten a lot worse.When Golosky called to get an update, her parents were in the middle of packing, waiting for the evacuation order. Once the order came down, her parents, sister and brother-inlaw headed to MacDonald Island, a park in the middle of the city.That’s where Golosky figured they would stay until the fires passed through the city – but that was just their first stop.

“They ended up at Syncrude, and that should be a 30 minute drive, and it took them three-and-a-half hours, and that was the last I heard from them and it was Tuesday night,” she said.

For the next few days, her family moved from place to place. Her sister and brother-in-law eventually made it south past the fires. Unfor-

A FAMILY UNITED: Alison Golosky, far left, in red, with her sisters at her parents’ 50th wedding anniversary in 2008 at St. John’s

Church in Fort McMurray. Golosky’s parents and one sister were forced to flee their homes when the northern Alberta town was evacuated two weeks ago. The Alberta government has warned residents it’ll likely be weeks before they can return home. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

tunately, by the time they made it out, their house was gone – they lived in Beacon Hill, a neighbourhood south of the downtown area that’s been destroyed by the fire.

“I think for them, it was very quick, too, because from the time the evacuation order to the time they left was very quick, my sister was at work, she didn’t have time to go home to get anything. Her husband picked her up and they got into their vehicle and basically (fled),” Golosky said, adding the only reason her sister made it out was thanks to

someone who offered them fuel for their vehicle on the side of the highway.

Her parents, meanwhile, headed south a few days after the evacuation.

“It was three days from the time my parents evacuated til the time I actually heard their voice on the phone,” she said. “It was pretty amazing because I knew they were OK at that point.”

It’s now been more than two weeks since residents were ordered to leave their homes. Golosky’s parents, sister and brother-in-law are

now staying with another sister in the Edmonton area.

Neither couple knows when they’ll be allowed to return to Fort McMurray. Golosky has sent them gift cards so they can buy some essentials while they wait.

“Maybe because it’s my family, but I do feel so far away, and I think that there’s also a feeling of, ‘well, it’s happening over there,’” she said. “It’s one thing to get away from the danger, but it’s another thing to have absolutely nothing and to have to start from scratch.”

Golosky is urging people

to donate to the Red Cross.

For every dollar donated until May 31, the federal and Alberta governments will match it.

“It was such a great place to grow up, it was almost idyllic because you had this community that attracted people from all over the world and yet it was small enough that everybody knew everybody, there was a sense of community, you knew who your neighbours were,” she said. “I don’t think a lot of people have that picture of Fort McMurray.”

Anti-coal petition still needs 500 more signatures Continued from page 11 present it in the House of Commons – if it gets enough support.

“There’s less than a month left and I need to get 500 signatures. As of last night it was at 441.We are getting close. I think it will make it,” Routledge told the Record Tues-

day. “That’s what it needs to get to the floor of the House of Commons. If it doesn’t get that, then it just dies.”

To read the full petition go to www.peterjulian.ca and search for Fraser coal facility e-petition.

Port Metro Vancouver has given Fraser Sur-

rey Docks permission to amend its existing permit so it can build and operate a direct-transfer coal facility that would provide a port for shipping U.S.mined thermal coal to China.The initial plan was to load coal, which had been transported from the United States to Surrey

on trains, onto barges but Fraser Surrey Docks later decided the coal would be loaded directly onto oceangoing vessels at its terminal in Surrey.

A spokesperson for Fraser Surrey Docks could not be reached for comment before the Record’s deadline.

While China has expressed a desire to wean itself off of coal, Routledge said Canada is “enabling” China by agreeing to ship U.S. coal.

“They want to get off it, just as we want to get off oil.That’s not something you transition to in a short amount of time.With

their population, they do need coal in the short-term to transition away.They want to get away from it – they have made that clear,” he said. “If we are shipping the States’ coal over to China and encouraging it, we are not really helping them to speed that process up.”

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PUBLIC HEARING

6:00 p.m. on May 30, 2016 in Council Chamber City Hall 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

6:00 p.m. on May 30, 2016 in Council Chamber City Hall 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

6:00 p.m. on May 30, 2016 in Council Chamber City Hall 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

HERITAGE REVITALIZATION AGREEMENT BYLAW NO. 7834, 2016 AND HERITAGE DESIGNATION BYLAW NO. 7835, 2016 (313 QUEEN’S AVENUE)

OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7836, 2016 AND ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7837, 2016 (100 BRAID STREET)

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7811, 2016 (325 AND 329 EWEN AVENUE)

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A Heritage Revitalization Agreement application has been submitted for 313 Queen’s Avenue (outlined in bold on the map) in order to enable the owners to increase the floor space ration to 0.60 and apply long-term legal protection to the property. The property would be rezoned to Single Detached Dwelling District (RS-1)/ Heritage Revitalization Agreement and a Heritage Designation Bylaw would be placed on title.

WHAT ARE HRA BYLAW NO. 7834, 2016 AND HERITAGE DESIGNATION BYLAW No. 7835, 2016 ABOUT? The HRA would allow the owners to build a rear addition and enlarge an upstairs bedroom, increasing the floor space ratio from the existing 0.55 to 0.60. The Heritage Designation places long term legal protection on the existing 1940 house.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The City of New Westminster has received an application to amend the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw to facilitate the development of a 60,000 sq.ft. private school, 202,900 sq.ft. of residential density, and a 4,300 sq.ft. art gallery/studio space at 100 Braid Street.

WHAT ARE THE APPLICATIONS ABOUT? Proposed OCP Amendment: • Change the land use designation for 100 Braid Street from (MU) Mixed Use to (S) School and (RHC) Residential – High Density/Community Facility.

• Creation of a new development permit area and design guidelines for the site.

Zoning Bylaw Amendment: • The proposed amendment to the Zoning Bylaw is to amend the existing zoning for the site from Light Industrial Districts (M-1) to a Comprehensive Development District (Braid Street) (CD-67).

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The City, on behalf of the property owners, is proposing to rezone the properties located at 325 and 329 Ewen Avenue from Light Industrial Districts (M-1) to Queensborough Neighbourhood Residential Dwelling Districts (RQ-1). In exchange for the City rezoning these properties, the property owners will be granting a statutory right-of-way towards the rear of the properties to accommodate future servicing for properties within the Queensborough Special Study Area.

WHAT IS THIS APPLICATION ABOUT? The City is proposing to rezone these properties to Queensborough Neighbourhood Residential Dwelling Districts (RQ-1) in order to bring them into conformance with the Zoning Bylaw given that they are industrialzoned properties being used for residential purposes.

The proposed rezoning will also help facilitate future servicing (sanitary sewer) for properties within the Study Area, as outlined in the proposed Queensborough Special Study Area Master Plan.

HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the Public Hearing, May 13 to May 30, 2016. City Hall hours are Monday between 8:00 am and 7:00 pm, Tuesday through Friday between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm (except statutory holidays).

HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on May 30, 2016 at 6:00pm, or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the Public Hearing.

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Questions?

Phone: 604-527-4523

Jan Gibson, City Clerk

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Community

Anvil salute is a Victoria Day tradition Annual ceremony returns to Queen’s Park Stadium Monday Theresa McManus

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Royal City residents are invited to have a blast this Victoria Day at the annual anvil salute.

Local historian Archie Miller, a member of the Ancient and Honourable Hyack Anvil Battery, notes New Westminster has recognized Victoria Day since May 1859, which was the first time the community formally honoured their sovereign, Queen Victoria.

A newspaper report from that time stated it “was a day of general rejoicing and festivity” in the city, which was the province’s capital.

More than 150 years later, New Westminster will mark Victoria Day with music by the Band of the Royal Westminster Regiment, a few short speeches, and a “21 shots” salute to the memory of Queen Victoria and to Queen Elizabeth II. Using anvils and gunpowder, the Ancient and Hon-

ourable Hyack Anvil Battery will carry on a tradition it’s done since the late 1800s.

The action gets underway in Queen’s Park Stadium at about 11:30 a.m. with music and short speeches, followed by a 21-shot anvil salute beginning at noon.

Never been to the anvil salute before? Not to worry – the battery’s master of ceremonies will describe what’s happening and provide a story or two and historical anecdotes.

A press release from the anvil battery notes this traditional New Westminster event has occurred in a number of locations through the decades, including city hall.

While the salute is a Victoria Day tradition, it’s also taken place for special events, such as the Olympic torch run in 2010, the opening of Anvil Centre in 2014 and in recognition of Queen Elizabeth’s record as the longest serving monarch in 2015.

A Royal City tradition: Members of the Ancient and Honourable Hyack Anvil Battery get ready for the 21-anvil salute at last year’s Victoria Day celebrations at Queen’s Park Stadium. This year’s anvil salute returns Monday. PHOTO RECORD FILES

Grunge rocker, beatnik poet part of fundraiser Theresa McManus

tmcmanus@newwestrecord.ca

An upcoming fundraiser for Syrian refugees will feature an eclectic lineup of performers – and maybe even a superhero or two.

Halcyon Imagineers is holding a fundraiser for the Immigrant Services Society on Saturday, June 4 at the Met. Nearly 20 musicians

are expected to perform at the event, which runs from 6 p.m. to midnight.

“It runs the gamut. It will be pretty eclectic,” Kyle Herman said of the night’s entertainment. “Every type of music will be represented.”

The evening’s entertainment includes: grunge rockers Taylor The Thunder Wilcox and Julian Burns; blues

beatnik poet Gary the Professor Redmond (as Indiana Jones); bluegrass/jazz artist Dashing Bob Cockroft (as the Scarecrow from Oz); hard rocker Chris Horn; medieval Celtic and folk band Julie Cutting and Amanda’s Alchemy; soulful contemporary artist Shanel Mack; ukulele playing Holly Krauchi; indie artist Esther Gadd; and classic rocker

Maverick Marcel Gamacheche.

Herman, who founded the Halcyon Imagineers’ artists collective, will perform as the superhero-inspired glam rapper and hip hop artist Arak StarrEagle, a modern-day minstrel and poetic peacemaker.

Since 2013, Halcyon Imagineers has raised funds for a variety of causes in-

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Guests will be able to get information about the Immigrant Services Society’s activities for Syrian refugees and take home forms and information so they can donate directly to the society.

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The concert, called Masquerade 3: Masks for Mercy, doubles as a cosplay costume party, with a costume contest being part of the night’s fun.

The event includes a sale of comic books from the 1980s and 1990s, with proceeds going to the Immigrant Services Society.

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6:00 p.m. on May 30, 2016 in Council Chamber City Hall 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9 ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7841, 2016 (BREWERY DISTRICT) (200 AND 228 NELSON’S CR., 258 AND 268 NELSON’S CT., 230 KEARY ST. AND 290 E. COLUMBIA ST.)

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The City of New Westminster has received an application to amend the existing Village at Historic Sapperton Comprehensive Development Districts (C-CD-3) zoning for the Brewery District and a Master Development Permit Amendment to facilitate additional parking.

WHAT IS THIS APPLICATION ABOUT? The proposed application requires site specific text amendments to the Zoning Bylaw in order to: • Add 42,000 sq.ft. of additional site density to future buildings 6 (258 Nelson’s Ct.) and 7 (268 Nelson’s Ct.) in exchange for the provision of 84,000 sq.ft. of secured market rental housing within building 5 (228 Nelson’s Cr.).

• Increase the maximum permitted building height and buildable area for future buildings 6 (258 Nelson’s Ct.) and 7 (268 Nelson’s Ct.) and increase maximum height for future building 8 (230 Keary St.).

• Add “microbrewery, winery, and distillery” and “commercial school” as permitted uses within Sub-Districts 1a (230 Keary St.) and 1b (290 E. Columbia St.).

• Provide a minimum requirement for 65,000 sq.ft. of “health care office and/or “medical and health-care clinic” space within Sub-Districts 1a (230 Keary St.), 1b (290 E. Columbia St.), 3a (258 Nelson’s Ct.), and 4 (268 Nelson’s Ct.).

PUBLIC HEARING 6:00 p.m. on May 30, 2016 in Council Chamber City Hall 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

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PUBLIC HEARING 6:00 p.m. on May 30, 2016 in Council Chamber City Hall 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7839, 2016 (129 TENTH STREET)

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7833, 2016 (518 EWEN AVENUE)

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A proposal has been submitted to rezone the property at 518 Ewen Avenue (outlined in bold on the map) in order to build a single detached dwelling.

WHAT IS ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7833, 2016 ABOUT? A rezoning from the existing (C-1) Local Commercial zoning is required to allow construction of a single detached dwelling..

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: An application has been received to rezone the properties at 129 Tenth Street (outlined in bold on the map) to allow a residential development with 8 townhouse units.

WHAT IS ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7839, 2016 ABOUT? A rezoning is required to change the zoning on the property from Single Detached Residential Dwelling Districts (RS – 2) to Multiple Dwelling Districts (Low Rise) (RM-2A) to allow the townhouse project to proceed. The 8 units represent a density of 36.7 units per acre (90.6 units per hectare) and the floor space ratio of 1.15. The project provides 12 parking spaces for residents and 2 parking spaces for visitors. The access to the project is from McInnes Street.

HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the Public Hearing, May 13 to May 30, 2016. City Hall hours are Monday between 8:00 am and 7:00 pm, Tuesday through Friday between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm (except statutory holidays).

HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on May 30, 2016 at 6:00pm, or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the Public Hearing.

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

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City Beat

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CREATE A BEAUTIFUL HANGING BASKET THIS WEEKEND, when the City of New Westminster offers the secrets of its lush hanging baskets and provides all the materials and instruction you’ll need to make an 18-inch ($74) or 14-inch ($64) basket that you can take home and enjoy all summer long.This weekend’s class is on Saturday, May 21 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Queen’s Park greenhouse complex.To register, call 604-777-5111.

Make your own hanging baskets

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SHOP LOCAL AT NEW WEST CRAFT, where you’ll find jewelry, knitting and crafts from local artisans. It’s on Saturday, May 21 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr.

3

TAKE A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE at the Hyack Festival Antique Fair on Sunday, May 22

and Monday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Queen’s Park Arenex.

Admission is $3.

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GET SOME EARPLUGS AND HEAD TO QUEEN’S PARK for the Ancient and Honourable Hyack Anvil Battery’s “21-gun” salute to Queen Victoria, who named New Westminster, and Queen Elizabeth.The Royal City

6

THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND Theresa McManus

editorial@newwestrecord.ca

tradition gets underway on Monday, May 23 at Queen’s Park Stadium with music and speeches at 11:30 a.m. and a 21-shot salute at noon.

5

WATCH SOME LACROSSE ACTION when bantam teams from B.C. and Alberta head to New West for the annual Hyack

tournament. Action is taking place all weekend long at Queen’s Park and Moody Park arenas. If you’re at Queen’s Park Arena, take a look at the raffle baskets featuring items donated by many local businesses and residents – maybe you’ll get lucky.

6

CHECK OUT STRAIGHT UP NWA at the Gallery at Queen’s Park

on Sunday, May 22 from 1 to 5 p.m. (and again on Sunday, May 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.).The show, featuring watercolours, acrylics, oils, mixed media and photography, fabric art, handcrafted jewelry and more, is hosted by the New West Artists and Arts Council of New Westminster.

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WHAT’S UP? re:generation/ B.C. Cultural Roundtable 2016 is a conference hosted by the Alliance for Arts, focusing on emerging leadership in the cultural sector. It will include presentations, panel discussions and “breakout sessions” for small group discussions.

WHERE AND WHEN? Thursday, June 9, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St. WHAT WILL HAPPEN? Keynote speaker Emiko Ono, a program officer with the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation’s performing arts program, will be on hand to discuss a recently released study, Moving Arts Leadership Forward: A Changing Landscape.

Gillian Wood, executive director of the arts and cultural development branch in the B.C. Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development, will offer an update on the ministry’s Creative Economy Strategy.

Also presenting will be Roxanne Duncan, managing director of the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival; Liz Shorten, managing vice-president of the B.C. branch of the Canadian Media Producers Association; and Mitchell Saddleback, an actor and arts administration intern.

A panel discussion will look at Engagement and Support, as well as Transition and Legacy, in the cultural sector. The discussion will be MC’ed by B.C. arts and

Emiko Ono: Keynote speaker at the upcoming re:generation/B.C. Cultural Roundtable conference at the Anvil Centre. culture opposition critic Spencer Chandra Herbert, and it will include Rohit Chokhani, Prem Gill, Howard R. Jang, Alma Lee, Mitchell Saddleback and Roxanne Duncan.

And, in the afternoon, a variety of arts leaders – including New West’s own Trudy Van Dop – will lead breakout discussions with attendees.

“You’ll want to be part of this important discussion about the future of cultural community leadership,” the Alliance for Arts says in a write-up about the conference.

WANT TO ATTEND? Registration is $35 for students and youth (under 25), and there are discounts for Arts Council of New Westminster members.

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New Media Gallery hosts Fresh Talk series

Have you checked out the Germinal exhibition at the New Media Gallery yet?

Here’s your chance to get an in-depth look.

The New Media Gallery is teaming up with the City of New Westminster’s cultural services department to offer a new series of talks in the gallery.

On Sunday, May 22, Gabriela Aceves Sepúlveda will be at the gallery for a talk, alongside a previously recorded Skype interview with artists Santiago Lara and Beatriz Coto. Lara and Coto, who work as the collective Laramascoto, speak (in Spanish) about their work and about their piece, Animalium, that’s part of the exhibition.

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Rosemary Oh-McGinnis, a biology instructor at Douglas College with a PhD in medical genetics from UBC, will link recent studies in genetics with contemporary art.

Then, on Sunday, May 29, from 1 to 2 p.m.,Vancouver artist Marina Roy will be in the gallery to read

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LitFest closing party tonight at Anvil Centre Julie MacLellan

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Word lovers, you have one last chance to get in on the LitFest fun.

LitFest New West’s closing party is tonight (Thursday, May 19) at Anvil Centre.

Writers who are taking part in the ongoing Diverse/ City exhibition – which combines visual art and the written word – will be on hand for a public reading from 5 to 7 p.m.

Singer-songwriter Eden Fine Day will also be performing.

Interested? Stop in to the Anvil Centre at 777 Columbia St. And, by the way, if you can’t make it tonight, you haven’t missed the Diverse/ City exhibition – it’s underway until June 3, so feel free to stop in to the Anvil Centre’s Community Art Space any time to check it out.

VIBE NIGHT CELEBRATES PAPERGIRL OPENING Catch the artistic vibe at Anvil Centre.

The Anvil Centre is hosting its next VIBE night on Thursday, May 26 in celebration of the opening of the new PapergirlYVR exhibition.

VIBE nights include live music and a cash bar, offering folks a chance to drop in to the Anvil Centre and check out the range of artistic offerings in the community.

This particular VIBE night will be extra fun, since it celebrates the Papergirl exhibition. Papergirl, for those who missed it in the May 12 Record, is an in-

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GET YOUR FAMILY’S HANDS ON PHOTOGRAPHY Photography is more than just smartphone selfies – and your family can learn just how much more at an upcoming workshop at Lord Kelvin Elementary School.

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The Sportage was one of the first Kia models to land in North America. Four generations later, it’s an entirely different vehicle that plays in an entirely different league of competitors.

The 2017 Sportage resembles the 2016 model, yet there are still plenty of differences. Most obvious is the rounded front clip containing an enlarged grille that juts out farther from the hood. The nose also contains bigger air-intake and running-light housings, while the headlight pods are now perched above the grille and front fenders. In back, the liftgate’s larger glass area improves visibility, while a slightly lower load floor makes cargo handling a bit easier.

The remaining body panels share nothing with the previous design, but the similar (albeit thinner) rear-most roof pillars strike a familiar note.

Collectively, the Sportage appears stubbier, but certainly no less appealing while actually being more aerodynamic.

What’s also appealing is the roomier cabin and stowage area that comes from a three-centimetre bump in distance between the front and rear wheels.

There’s also a slight increase in body height while the width remains unchanged. These adjustments might not seem like much, but when combined with improvements in interior packaging, the result is

more head and legroom plus a lower floor. Most impressive is that the cargo area behind the split-folding rear seat has been upped by nearly 18 per cent.

Other inside changes include new gauges plus a control panel that’s angled slightly toward the driver. There’s also more soft-touch materials, sound insulation and door seals to cut wind and road noise.

The Sportage’s platform has been strengthened and lightened and the front and rear suspensions have been updated. As well, the steering has been revised for more precision and driver feedback.

It’s business as usual under the hood, however, beginning with a 2.4-litre four-cylinder that makes 181 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque (reduced slightly 2015 values). It’s standard for the LX and EX trims.

Exclusive to the SX is a 241-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder. That’s down from 260 horses, but the peak torque rating of 260 pound-feet is unchanged.

The lower outputs are intended to aid fuel economy, which now stands at 10.4 l/100 km in the city and 8.0 on the highway for the 2.4 (previously 11.4/8.3) and 12.6/9.7 for the turbo.

All-wheel-drive is available no matter the engine and increases fuel consumption only slightly.

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Along with the extra muscle and the accompanying sport-tuned suspension and beefier brakes, the topof-the-line SX Turbo loads up on luxury. Included is a 320-watt Harmon Kardon stereo, panoramic sunroof, 19-inch wheels and a flat-bottomed heated steering wheel. The SX also comes with a full suite of active safety technology to help prevent crashes.

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Shane Ward recently returned from an adventure in the nation’s capital where she met former prime minister Stephen Harper and Green party leader Elizabeth May. Ward was recently selected as a participant in the 2016 Rotary Adventure in Citizenship Program, which saw youth from across Canada meet in Ottawa. One of the goals of the program is to send youth home with a better understanding and appreciation of what it means to be a Canadian.

During their time in Ottawa, youth met with the speaker of the House of Commons, visited the Canadian War Museum and its Witness to History program, participated in interactive discussion panels on current Canadian issues like the Syrian refugee situation and women in politics.They also took part in a mock election and witnessed the

pride of new Canadians at a citizenship ceremony.

Shane, who is the Hyack Festival Association’s 2016 Princess, considers hearing May speak and asking her a question, meeting the former prime minister and renewing her Canadian citizenship as highlights of the program.

PHOTOS WANTED Fraser River Discovery Centre is on the hunt for photographers for its annual *click* photos of the fraser exhibit.

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“Photographers are encouraged to be creative with their interpretation of the ‘time’ theme: think of seasons, times of day, historical time period, play time, family time,” exhibit coordinator Kathleen Bertrand said in a press release. “We want photographers to have fun with this.”

A jury will select photos for installation in this year’s exhibit in three categories – the river at work (industry), the river wild (environment), the river’s people (culture). In addition, a people’s choice award will be selected based on votes from the public online.

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COLLEGE PROMOTING INCLUSION Douglas College is implementing a peer leadership program that promotes health, well-being and community inclusion for people

Selfie: New West teen Shane Ward bumped into former prime minister Stephen Harper at the airport when she was en route back to Vancouver after taking part in the 2016 Rotary Adventure in Citizenship Program in Ottawa. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

with mental illness.

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munity mental health system’s ability to meet the diverse and complex needs of individuals with mental illness by using a peer-leadership model.

“Currently, many individuals with mental illness face significant barriers that are not addressed by the community mental-health system, such as stigma, poverty and food security,” Colleen Reid, project co-lead and Douglas College instructor, said in a press release. “In this study we will use the voices of people with lived experience of mental illness to improve systems that are disempowering and marginalizing for them.”

Developing inclusive practice and upstream change in community mental health – the name of the three-year community-based project – is a partnership of the therapeutic recreation department at Douglas College, the Open Door Group and the faculty of health sciences at Simon Fraser University.

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The New Westminster Police Department is bolstering its mental health unit amid rising demand for mental health referrals by patrol officers.

The department recently added a second officer to its mental health unit, which, since its inception, had been a solo venture, championed

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ferrals from patrol officers, Scott told the Record. according to the depart“They also liaise between ment’s 2015 annual report. us (patrol officers) and difThese referrals concern ferent local hospitals and people with mental illnessFraser Health. es who need help “Their job is reaccessing commually to make sure nity resources and that the people that further assistance the police interfrom partners, inact with are getting cluding New Westthe health-care acminster Mental cess that is necesHealth. sary for them. So Because of the it’s not just a policincreasing demand ing response thing, for such referrals, but it’s bringing Stu Hagen the department all these different police officer added Det. Stu groups and organiHagen to the unit. zations together to help posHagen, like Wlodyka, itively interact with differworks mostly Monday to ent clients in the city,” Scott Friday. said.

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t’s with great pride that I present Women in Business, a special feature highlighting individuals who have made their mark in our business community. You may recognize these women as they go about their daily lives, building their business and serving their clientele. You may have volunteered beside them at local charity events or cheered alongside them at the weekend game or arts performance. What you may not have known is what else they have accomplished along the way.

“New Westminster is undergoing a revitalization that is felt on the street, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the businesses of the women we have featured”

to the medical professional, and from the salon specialist to the insurance agent.

Take a moment to celebrate each of their victories in this competitive and challenging business environment, and the next time you do see them, tell them you read about them here on these pages.

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hen it comes to expert care for your beloved four-legged family member, no one is better equipped than the team of friendly professionals at Royal City Paws Pet Centre. Wanting to offer a one-stop quality pet care shop/clinic in New Westminster, owner Kelly Savela opened the centre this past February.

Royal City Paws Pet Centre is a Veterinary Clinic that looks after all of your pet’s needs.

Each member of its professional team of veterinarians, groomers and staff provide the highest quality of care, offering both alternative and traditional methods, with the utmost compassion for your furry friend.

“We also feature both dog and cat grooming as well as a self-dog wash for those who prefer it.” adds Kelly. “Paws also carries a variety of veterinary recommended dog and cat foods.”

Paws is committed to the health and well-being of every pet that comes through its doors.

To that end, its veterinarians and staff ensure that they are current on the latest research and attend seminars to keep up with changes and improvements to products and medical practices.

“Our groomers attend grooming shows and one groomer is currently working towards her master groomer hoping to improve her skills further,” she adds.

Each woman has had a fascinating journey to where they now find themselves, and we’ve enjoyed learning what makes them strive to excel in their fields. We think you’ll be entertained by their stories, and interested in what motivates them and what advice they have for others who want to forge ahead in the business world.

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orn with a sense of style, Michelle Bernier parlayed that into a successful home decor business. With more than decade of experience in the industry, in 2013 she founded Design With Confidence and Color With Confidence .

A member of Royal Lepage West Real Estates Services, Cindy goes above and beyond for each client, resulting in many becoming friends.

Her keen knowledge of the ever-changing marketplace and her sharp negotiation skills are a testament to her training, her experience, and her passion for her work.

Team Cindy Gering ‘s awards include the Medallion for Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board and Diamond Royal Lepage. The team has been ranked one of the Lower Mainland’s top selling residential real estate agents consecutively for the past 10 years, National Chairman’s Club Top 1% in Sales, and Top 1% of Royal LePage in Canada.

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hen you want a realtor who will deliver results, Cindy Gering is the one to call.

Cindy, her brother David, and their assistant Priya form Team Cindy Gearing. “The team is dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals. Whether it is purchasing a home or selling a home, the client is our top priority,” she adds. “We focus on taking the pressure off you, so you can make clear and concise decisions throughout the process. Our clients receive the utmost care and accurate knowledge that is above and beyond that of our competitors.”

A graduate of both a Veterinary Office Assistant Diploma and in 2012, a Bachelor of Business Administration at Simon Fraser University, Kelly comes with years of devoted experience to our beloved four-legged pets.

“I have worked 18 years in the Veterinary field with the last eight years being a Business Manager for a veterinary hospital,” she says.

Cindy is a firm believer that success is built on developing long-term trusting relationships by offering superior quality of service. This is what she strives to provide to each one of her clients, through ongoing communication every step of the way.

In today’s real estate market, people look for a realtor with local expertise and an invested approach to buying and selling their homes – that’s what Cindy offers.

Her passion for creating and transforming environments were nurtured during a successful career that spanned two decades in accounting and design. The savvy entrepreneur furthered her studies in interior design at several design institutes.

The interior designer/principal of Design with Confidence’s showroom offers broad range of services, everything from home renovations, upholstery, drapery, in-home consultations and staging services. In addition, Design with Confidence is a one-stop design shop showcasing innovative and trending products such as tiles/flooring, custom cabinetry, fabrics, blinds and shutters, home furnishings and more.

“It is a constant change in our industry probably more than any other industry,” she explains. “Every day something new is on the market that we need to evaluate and see if it will work in our business and your home.”

For those who envision a career in her exciting field, the award-winning designer says: “Be true to yourself and what your dream is. It is all achievable if you work hard, focus on what you need to do and dream bigger.”

Michelle opened Color With Confidence, offering Canadian-made Para Paint and a curated selection of beautiful wallpapers from top brands. This summer, the two businesses will amalgamate into one convenient location.

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Michelle keeps up with new trends and products by attending seminars and industry trade shows.

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rained in England at the prestigious Tony&Guy, Zahra Hakim takes hairdressing to a whole new level.

As a professional Redken colourist and a graduate of Suki’s International, it’s easy to see why Zahra has been nominated for a New Westminster Chamber of Commerce Business of Excellence Award (in the small business category) over the years.

Zahra’s Ultimate Hair Design has been serving residents in New Westminster nearly 15 years and has built a loyal clientele with an unique approach to hair styling — Zahra prides herself on taking the time to understand each client’s lifestyle and personality.

“Zahra prides herself on taking the time to understand each client’s lifestyle and personality.”

hen it comes to making you look and feel your best, Moler School of Hairdressing Susan Smith is an expert. As a stylist at Zahra’s Ultimate Hair Design she helps her customers choose the hairstyle best suited to their face.

continues to update her skills by taking part in hair styling courses and seminars around the Lower Mainland. She is proud to live and work in New Westminster.

Zahra looks forward to the opportunity to take care of all your hair design needs. Her salon is located at 446 Sixth Avenue. Call her at 604-525-5756 or visit her online at www.zahrasultimatehairdesign.com.

She attributes the success of the salon to her belief in superior customer service in an atmosphere that is warm and inviting. Zahra travels extensively and hones her skills at some of the best hair salons around the world, she

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“Being a hairdresser is all about serving clients. Every day I come in contact with lots of different people, which keeps my job interesting, challenging and rewarding,” says Susan. “I have continuous opportunities to show someone what I can do for them.”

health of my clients. Products that are free of sodium lauryl sulfate, parabens, ammonia and formaldehyde – are just to name a few.”

Since 1984, this stylist has built a reputation by building strong relationships with clients.

That’s due in part because not only does Susan strives to make each client feel and look beautiful, she deeply cares about their health.

To that end, she educates clients about hair and scalp care.

“I took time off to go to the Institute of Holistic Nutrition, initially to learn what I should be eating for optimal health,” she explains. “I realized through my courses how toxic the hair industry is. I have chosen no ammonia low toxicity hair colour and am actively researching products that protect the

Because trends and techniques are constantly changing and evolving, Susan stays current by attending colouring and cutting courses courses throughout the year.

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ince completing an extensive trade program at the age of 19, followed up with an 18-month apprentice with a dedicated and highly talented mentor, denturist Quan Gifford, R.D., has been driven to provide the very best in dentures and advanced procedures.

With more than 16 years’ experience, she is still passionate about patient education and believes a big part of her job is to educate patients about their dentures so that they can make wellinformed decisions.

“Being upfront, honest and more importantly kind, while providing high standards in quality of materials and products is what drives us,” says Quan. “For me, service is also about being there for your patients without any added charges for extra time spent.”

Since opening her clinic in 2000, Quan ensures that each patient’s achieve their desired result.

Whether a patient’s dentures are for purely cosmetic reasons or for optimizing full dental function, the clinic offers full removable denture and permanent denture solutions. Working closely with some of the Lower Mainland’s top dental professionals and specialists, the clinic delivers a comfortable, relaxed and enjoyable experience.

Her clinic offers the latest state-of-the-art dental office and specializes in the fabrication of removable dentures; partial dentures or complete dentures, refitting and immediate repairs pertaining to dentures. Rest assured that Quan can bring back a smile to those who have lost their confidence because of problems with their dentures.

In addition, it is equipped with an in house lab where everything, from start to finish, is being quality controlled by her. This allows for a more thorough job and eliminating potential difficulties.

Quan believes the key to the practice’s success is a combination of knowledgeable, friendly, caring, empathetic, highly skilled team of professional support staff. She strives to provide her clients with the very best Denture Services available. She does that by looking for new ways to improve her techniques and knowledge in the field of Denturism in order to stay current with the latest technologies and products.

“I attend continued education on a yearly basis with various seminars and or hands on participation with new trends,” she adds.

Quan is also paying it forward. Having had a truly talented and wonderful mentor, this dynamic professional provides a learning

environment for young entrepreneurs by opening her doors to mentor and inspire.

Furthermore, Quan is deeply committed to the community which has supported her over the years. “I’m very involved with the young children in our community,” she says.

“I volunteer many hours at schools and have been involved with fundraising with various sports teams in our community. In addition, “I also hold the Heart & Stroke Foundation close to my heart and donate on a regular basis. I provide pro bono cases for the patients struggling financially in our community once a year.”

New West Dentureworks Inc. presents donations to many local public schools and churches on a regular basis.

For those aspiring to enter the field, Quan says: “My advice to young people is to be honest and kind, everything is reflective in how you treat others, whether in business or in life. Moreover, keep good lines of communication open between you, your patients as well as other dental professionals.”

Discover how Quan and her professional team can help give you that smile you dream of.

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Her goal is to meet or exceed each patient’s visual needs through up-to-date technology, a thorough review of available treatment options, and a wide selection of quality eyewear.

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or nearly sixty years, New Westminster residents have been trusting their eyes to the doctors associated with this longstanding clinic recently rebranded as FYidoctors (formerly known as Family Eyecare Centre). Dr. Horner has been at the helm of this progressive and innovative eye care centre since 1988.

Dr. Waljee prides herself on providing exceptional eye care. She attended the University of Alberta for her undergraduate studies in Biological Sciences and Chemistry.

After completing a Bachelor of Science in 1999, Dr. Waljee went on to study Optometry at the University of Waterloo, and graduated with distinction in 2003. Her internships included work at the Omni Eye Centre in Baltimore, as well as at a private practice in Coquitlam.

Dr. Horner believes FYidoctors’ success lies in the professionalism and talent of the amazing team of seven Doctors of Optometry plus 12 opticians and assistants.

A native of B.C., Dr. Horner earned her Doctor of Optometry degree in 1985 at the University of Waterloo, graduating with Honours.

This multiple award-winning optometrist most recently received the President’s award from the BC Doctors of Optometry for exceptional contributions to her profession and community. She has also been involved in numerous organizations, including: Vice President of the BC Doctors of Optometry; Chair of various professional committees; and a Quality Assurance assessor for the B.C. College of Optometrists, just to name a few.

Although she recently retired from clinical care, Dr. Horner’s team are proud to utilize state-ofthe-art technology to provide comprehensive eye examinations to diagnose vision problems and eye disease; to treat eye infections, injuries

and allergies; and to enhance vision using the latest in contact lenses and eyewear.

Every doctor in the practice caters to patients of all ages, and each offers a variety of skills and areas of special interest. “We are committed to helping others enjoy a full life enhanced by clear, comfortable vision,” says Dr. Horner.

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She then completed a one-year Residency in Primary Eye Care and Ocular Disease at the Illinois College of Optometry. During her tenure there, she gained valuable knowledge in research, clinical teaching, and mentorship to optometry students.

In 2004, with a special interest in ocular disease and contact lenses, Dr. Waljee joined FYidoctors.

In 2014, this talented professional was recognized as B.C.’s ‘Young Optometrist of the Year’ from the British Columbia Association of Optometrists.

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As part of the highly respected team at FYidoctors – New Westminster, she comes with an impressive resume. Dr. Kim received her Undergraduate degree at UBC in Microbiology and Immunology with a co-op work placement at the National Research Centre in Montreal and a start up Biotech company at UBC. She was fortunate to work with innovative researchers in the field of Microbiology/ Biotechnology at the University of B.C., as well as the National Research Council.

Dr. Tse’s graduate studies included internships at Travis Air Force Base in California and at Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Newington Campus in Connecticut.

s a practising optometrist since 2005, Dr. Kim lives by these words of wisdom: “Take care of your patients like they are your family, and do something that you enjoy and are passionate about.”

Her many accomplishments include receiving the RGPLI clinical excellence award and BCAO scholarship. During her studies she had the opportunity to intern at Houston Eye Associates in Houston, Texas where she worked alongside a team of ophthalmologists specializing in anterior segment and retinal disease.

She keeps up with her industry by regularly attending annual conferences and continuing education seminars that update optometrists

Travelling is one of her true passions. She is thankful that she has been able to take part in a few humanitarian trips through VOSH (Volunteer Optometrists Serving Humanity) in Mexico (2001), Tunisia (2007) and India (2009).

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Dr. Ruby Tse

Dr. Nelly Kim

Dr. Kim then went on to garner her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Waterloo in 2005, graduating with Honours.

back in a volunteer capacity - mostly through the Ismaili Community. This giving optometrist leads a group of young adults in various volunteer activities.

olving eye care problems for her patients drives Dr. Ruby Tse.

After receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in Cell Biology and Genetics from the University of British Columbia in 2002, she went on to complete her Doctor of Optometry degree at the State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry in 2006.

with the latest treatment options for ocular conditions and technology in glasses and contacts.

What still inspires Dr. Kim today is: “Meeting people and helping them to take care of their eyes and vision, and embracing evolving technology to help our patients see better.”

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Dr. Tse was also accepted into an undergraduate exchange program at the National University of Singapore where she had her first hands-on experience with optometry by volunteering at the Singapore National Eye Center.

Prior to joining the talented all-female team at FYidoctors – New Westminster clinic, the native Vancouverite practised optometry on Vancouver Island for five years.

Dr. Tse is committed to providing a high standard of care to all her patients. She brings with her extensive experience in all areas of optometry, including contacts lens, geriatrics, ocular disease, pediatrics, vision therapy, and laser surgery co-management. She ensures that her patients’ care also includes educating them

about the latest research on prevention and management of ocular health conditions.

Dr. Tse also believes in giving back to her community. She volunteers as a clinical director for the Special Olympics Opening Eyes program, which organizes vision screenings for Special Olympic athletes. In addition, Dr. Tse can be found volunteering her time at many health and wellness fairs.

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TOUR TICKETS: $35 | $30

This year’s tour features something for everyone!

The line-up includes a stunning 80-year-old Hollywood Regency home extensively renovated during a star turn on the popular Love It or List It TV show. Also featured are a charming Brow of the Hill Victorian home, a renovated Victory Heights bungalow with a garden kitchen, an Arts and Crafts beauty in transition, a 1940 Dutch Colonial-style home and two Glenbrooke homes that live on because of their homeowners’ dedication.

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

NWHPS Members

Tickets available at these locations: CADEAUX BOUTIQUE & DAY SPA

ROYAL CITY COLOURS

700 12th Street, New Westminster

GARDENWORKS MANDEVILLE

467 East Columbia Street New Westminster

CHAMPAGNE TASTE

NEW WESTMINSTER MUSEUM & ARCHIVES

4746 Marine Drive, Burnaby 1101 Royal Avenue New Westminster

Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia Street NewWestminster

OR PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE:

www.newwestheritage.org

Proceeds from our annual Homes Tour help preserve and protect our local heritage.

NWHPS SUPPORTS: The New Westminster Heritage Foundation, a non-profit society co-funded by the City of New Westminster, to financially assist owners of municipally designated heritage homes.

Tourism New Westminster to promote the Royal City’s great attractions, festivals and history.

Queen’s Park Healthcare Foundation to raise funds to enhance the quality of life for the residents of QP Care Centre and William Rudd House.

This Homes Tour supplement sponsored by:

Thank you to our sponsors and homeowners who make this Tour possible!

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226 Ninth Street The Mary Howison House (1893) SPONSORED BY:

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628 Tenth Street The George and Delina Reid House (1911) SPONSORED BY: CHAMPAGNE TASTE HOME CONSIGNMENT

123 Seventh Avenue George and Elizabeth Sutherland House (1931) SPONSORED BY:

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Delina and George Reid were the first owners of this striking Craftsman-style house. Amazingly, the shingles and clapboard siding are original, as are the 17stained glass windows and the pocket doors between the parlour and the dining room. The spacious front hall features fir paneling and leaded glass doors with sidelights leading to the front parlour. The kitchen and family room’s 2015 renovation include seamlessly matched oak floors below and an impressive coffered ceiling above.

Enjoy this jewel of a house in the lovely Moody Park neighbourhood which boasts one of the finest views of this historic park!

The George and Elizabeth Sutherland house (built by Walter Shaw in 1931) began as a modest one storey, two bedroom home with a finished two-bedroom attic in Glenbrooke North — an area that was transitioning from urban farms and orchards into a residential neighbourhood. In 2009, a serious roof leak forced the owners to decide whether to opt for roof repair or a second storey.

They chose the latter, resulting in a 2013 Royal City Builders Award.

Sutherland House not only enhances the charming streetscape but demonstrates how heritage homes can be saved and renovated.

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When the current owners of Parliament House moved to the Lower Mainland, they were looking for a heritage home that could benefit from their previous experience in Philadelphia, where they partially restored an 1890 home. They found it at 128 Seventh Avenue! This residence had suffered many of the indignities common to heritage homes: aluminum windows; exterior stucco and asphalt shingles; missing period light fixtures; and poorly conceived improvements. Subsequent renovations/ corrections included a well-considered exterior renovation that drew on the owners’ heritage homes acumen and two well-thumbed copies of the 1910 and 1913 Sears Roebuck house plans catalogue.

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421 Richmond Street Robert and Mary Blake House (1939)

It’s difficult to imagine that this elegant house started as a modest bungalow built by millworker Robert Blake for his new bride, Mary. The current owner moved here with her four children in 1985 and added a second storey, using technology that allowed the roof to be hung from a timber strand beam. While it’s easy to assume that the artistic elements in the home were designed with an art gallery in mind, Van Dop Gallery evolved a decade later. Art truly does bring a house to life, serving business functions and family gatherings equally well.

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Griff is your local family-owned lumber yard, since 1964.

Come explore Griff’s 6.5 acres of stock and 20,000 square foot retail space and see the difference 50 years in the building supply industry makes. As a family business we pride ourselves on our selection and attention to customer service.

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This year ties it altogether with a back-to-the-studs kitchen renovation that blends seamlessly with the rest of the 123-year-old home and a jewel box of a main floor bathroom.

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For many, the 100 Braid Street location looks like another old building on a busy commuter route.

Built in 1929 to provide additional space to produce spirits, wine and fine liqueurs for the main BC Distillery site, its distinctive cupola was said to be designed in the style of a grain elevator. Despite some 1960s alterations, it still retains the large, multi-paned look of a 1920s warehouse — one of the last surviving examples of its era and a testament to the vision of those who wanted to create art in an older building blessed with light, space and history.

Centennial Lodge was designed to be rustic, with the use of large wood beams and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking trees and gardens. In 1985, the New Westminster Arts Centre moved into the Lodge’s south-facing annex and later became home to the Arts Council of New Westminster. The ACNW has presented visual arts exhibitions by local artists for over 30 years. Renamed the Gallery at Queen’s Park in 2015, the ACNW plans to refurbish the Gallery and create a home for all artists in the community. The space has a timeless feel and is popular for community events and wedding receptions.

Located behind the Arenex and nestled in the forest of Queen’s Park is the Bernie Legge Theatre — a lovely pavilion in the elegant Classical Revival style. It was one of many Royal Agricultural and Industrial Society Exhibition venues in Queen’s Park until it was converted into a fish hatchery by the reservoir (now tennis courts).

In the early 1920s, the building was moved to its present site and re-purposed as the exhibition’s administration office — a fortunate move — the other Exhibition buildings were destroyed by fire in 1929. Bernie Legge Theatre featured the Vagabond Players' first production in 1951.

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OFFICIAL HYACK FESTIVAL EVENTS GUIDE

FESTIVAL STARTS MAY 22nd

EVENTS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! Hyack Antique Fair • Hyack International Parade • Uptown Street Fest • Hyack Anvil Battery May Day Celebrations • Heritage May Day Picnic • Seymour Artillery Firing and Many More Events!

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Hyack Festival honours and celebrates the Royal City’s rich history One of the longest running premiere arts and cultural festivals in British Columbia is celebrating 45 years. Welcome to the 2016 Annual Hyack Festival commemorating New Westminster’s rich past dating back to 1859. Over the years, the festival has become an iconic local celebration, featuring multicultural activities for all ages, free live performances, great food, as well as the beloved Hyack International Parade.

“New Westminster hosts the longest running May Day Celebration in the Commonwealth,” says Debbie Wardle, a volunteer program coordinator with the Hyack Festival Association. “We have a unique heritage and identity with long-standing traditions … new families that move into our city are really excited that the foundation of history is so important to our residents.”

New Westminster was the first capital of mainland BC and was officially named by Queen Victoria after her

favourite part of London. The official naming by the Queen gave New Westminster its nickname ‘The Royal City” and recognition for being the first city in Western Canada.

In 1971, the New Westminster Hyack Festival Association was born. Its mandate was to preserve the city’s history and traditions and to foster positive community spirit.

The moniker also has deep meaning to our history. Back in the 1860s the New Westminster’s volunteer firemen nicknamed themselves the Hyack Fire Company – “Hyack” being a First Nation word which meant ‘hurry up”.

Alan Wardle, president with the Hyack Festival Association, credits the amazing pool of volunteers, who year after year, come and support this popular family event. He believes the success is also due to always striving to keep the festival fresh and try to give it a rebirth each year.

In addition, Hyack represents New Westminster in different communities throughout the province and the Pacific Northwest during parades and

other events, including Washington State, Portland Oregon, Penticton, White Rock, Port Moody, Steveston and Cloverdale.

Alan says as one of the oldest festivals in the province, the free festival gives residents and visitors a fun experience that is great for the whole family. It’s an important event for New Westminster and provides a sense of community for everyone involved … lots of effort, by many volunteers, goes into making this a quality party.

The festival’s signature event is the highly recognized and anticipated Hyack International Parade, a family oriented event which brings together more than 150 entrants, thousands of individual participants and tens of thousands of spectators lining the streets… many from throughout BC and the Pacific Northwest. People come from far and wide.

The Hyack Festival has received numerous accolades over the years, including community spirit and volunteer awards including recognition from the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce, various business groups and this newspaper’s Reader’s Choice Awards.

For a full schedule of events, visit www.hyack.bc.ca.

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I would like to extend my warm greetings and best wishes to ALL of our Royal City residents and neighbouring communities as the Hyack Festival Association celebrates its 45th Sapphire Anniversary Year!

Join me as we Dream, Live, Celebrate the many traditions and exciting new events of the The Hyack Festival Weekend, which has been again acknowledged, as the “Best Annual Festival” in New Westminster!

Our vibrant new 2016 Board of Directors welcomes a stronger representation of local businesswomen, bilingual directors and cultural community leaders. Collectively, we have been working on establishing new events that will become exciting additions to our Hyack Festival weekend. After our famous Hyack International Parade will be the Uptown Street Fest. Building on the success of last year’s May Day Heritage Picnic, the Hyack Festival Association will proudly sponsor and host this important event at the Armoury again this year.

As 30+ year residents of the Royal City, my wife and I have raised our

family of six children with the longstanding traditions of the First Capital of mainland British Columbia and have seen our community evolve into the new “hub” of the Lower Mainland, embracing thrilling growth and positive change.

“It takes a village to raise a child” and I am very grateful to our “village” of New Westminster in helping our family.

My personal mandate is to strengthen the opportunities for all families to benefit and enjoy our community as my family has.

Having recently attended the Mayor’s Luncheon for the 2016 Hyack Ambassadors, I was impressed with how welcoming and engaged the Mayor and Council were with our Hyack Ambassador Leadership Team. This was encouraging for me to see that our programs and events continue to generate such interest and excitement from City Council.

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CELEBRATE tion’s 45th President, First Lady Deb and I are honoured to follow in the footsteps of so many city statesmen and women who have contributed so much. We look forward to continuing Hyack’s partnership with the City of New Westminster, our community and business stakeholders and our citizens of all ages to showcase our beautiful Royal City to you, our Festival friends from around the Pacific Northwest and indeed ALL who stop by our doors on the banks of the Mighty Fraser River.

Welcome, as we Dream of our exciting future, Live our successful present and Celebrate our historic past all during the Hyack Festival Association’s 45th Sapphire Anniversary Year!

Alan Wardle President 2016

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Hyack Volunteer of the Year Volunteers do not necessarily have the TIME; They have the HEART. Gloria Munro is being recognized this year for her steadfast and dedicated commitment to supporting the Hyack Festival Association. Her unique and valuable skill set as a CPA has been put to good use at the Hyack office. She was a member of the Hyack board for 6 years. Some of her responsibilities included treasurer and bookkeeper, setting budgets, monitoring cash flow, securing financial support, and assisting with fund raising events.

These jobs are vital to the smooth running of a non-profit society and a registered charity organization.

One of her favourite jobs is working on building beautification and maintaining the lovely baskets hanging outside the Hyack office on 6th street.

The New Westminster Hyack Festival Association organizes a wide range of major family oriented events and programs to help preserve the city’s history and traditions: and to foster positive community spirit. Gloria has worked selflessly for many years giving of her time in order give back to an organization she admires and a community she loves.

Gloria was knighted at the Portland Parade last season by the Royal Rosarians in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the Hyack organization. She is especially proud of being an ambassador for our wonderful city of New Westminster.

Gloria Munro has an enormous heart. The Hyack Festival Association thanks her for all the volunteer work that she has done and continues to do. Her commitment and generous gift of time is an inspiration to other volunteers.

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International Parade - Saturday, May 28th As one of the province’s largest and most popular annual parades, the New Westminster Hyack Festival Association has a reputation across the Lower Mainland for putting on an award-winning parade filled with vibrant floats and marching bands that makes this parade a notto-be-missed event for the whole family!

This year, the dedicated army of volunteers proudly celebrate our 45th Sapphire Anniversary, “Dream Live Celebrate” The 2016 Hyack International Parade is scheduled for Saturday, May 28th, 2016 beginning at 11 a.m. All of the volunteers and city officials thank you in advance for your interest in helping us make our 2016

Hyack International Parade the biggest and best ever!

Alan Wardle, president with the Hyack Festival Association, promises more excitement and fun for the whole family this year. The nine-day celebrations will culminate on Saturday, May 28 with the Key West Ford Hyack International Parade.

“Everything is free, which is huge in today’s economy,” adds Alan. “It’s an important event for New Westminster and provides a sense of community for everyone involved … lots of effort, by many volunteers, goes into making this a quality party.”

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Here’s what city residents and visitors need to know to make the most of their Hyack fun.

• The Key West Ford Hyack International Parade will be taking place on Saturday, May 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

In preparation for this, “No Parking” signs and parking/ traffic barricades will be erected in the staging area and along the parade route the evening prior and/or in the morning prior to the parade.

• No vehicles are to be parked on the streets in the staging area and along the parade route, and all illegally parked vehicles are subject to towing at owner’s expense after 6 a.m. on May 28.

• Street closures prior to the parade, all participants will be gathering in the staging areas in preparation to beginning.

These areas will be closed to the public on parade day from 6 a.m. until the areas are cleared.

Parade Details • The parade will kick off at 11 a.m. at the corner of Eighth Avenue and Sixth Street, then travel south on Sixth Street to Queens Avenue, then east on Queens Avenue to First Street, then north on First Street and finally into Queen’s Park on Third Avenue.

• For more information, visit 204 Sixth Street T: 604-522-6894 F: 604-522-6094 E: execdirector@hyack.bc.ca • The parade will be followed by the popular Uptown Street Fest, with a little something for everyone: entertainment, live music, face painting, balloon twisting, clowns and plenty of vendors.

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Cody Husband is a starting offensive lineman with the BC Lions of the CFL. He is a proud New Westminster boy who is the first member of the New Westminster Hyacks Football program to play professional football. He enters his 3rd season with the Lions, starting the final 8 regular season games with the team last season, along with the Western semi-final. Prior to that he spent three seasons with the Hamilton Tiger Cats and was a member of their team that reached the 100th Grey Cup game in Saskatchewan in 2013.

Cody began is football career as a member of the group that brought football back to NWSS in 2003. Two years later he was named to the provincial all-star team, and then accepted a scholarship to play at UBC from 2006 to 2010, where he completed his degree in Psychology. He still gives back to the youth in this community as he runs a training program for pre-teens and also assists with coaching the Hyacks in the off-season.

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and along the parade route the evening prior and/or in the morning prior to the parade. No vehicles are to be parked on the streets in the staging area and along the parade route, and all illegally parked vehicles are subject to towing at owner’s expense after 6 a.m. on May 28.

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Here’s what city residents and visitors need to know to make the most of their Hyack fun.

Resident notification

The Key West Ford Hyack International Parade will be taking place on Saturday, May 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. In preparation for this, “No Parking” signs and parking/traffic barricades will be erected in the staging area

Prior to the parade, all participants will be gathering in the staging areas in preparation to beging.

These areas will be closed to the public on parade day from 6 a.m. until the areas are cleared. These areas include: • Eighth Avenue between Sixth Street and 10th Street • Eighth Street between Sixth Avenue and 10th Avenue • Edinburgh Street between 10th Street and Eighth Street • Dublin Street between 10th Street and Eighth Street • London Street between 10th Street and Eighth Street

• Sixth Street between Eighth Avenue and 10th Avenue southbound only

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The parade will kick off at 11 a.m. at the corner of Eighth Avenue and Sixth Street, then travel south on Sixth Street to Queens Avenue, then east on Queens Avenue to First Street, then north on First Street and finally into Queen’s Park on Third Avenue.

Uptown Street Fest

The popular Uptown Fest will return this year, with a little something for everyone: entertainment, live music, face painting, balloon twisting, clowns and plenty of vendors. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 28, in the 600 block of Belmont Street (between Sixth and Seventh streets). Top food trucks this year include Melt Town Grilled Cheese, Fhat Dawgs, Super Thai, Pepper Pot Caribbean food, Ken’s Minidonuts, Mr. Frosty Ice Cream, Cravings Kettle Corn and Lenny’s Lemonade. Road Closures and parking restrictions will be in effect during the Uptown Street Fest.

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Hyack Festival Association presents the 2016 Uptown Street Fest There are so many highlights during the Hyack Festival including the popular 2016 Uptown Street Fest happening on Saturday, May 28th from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.

This is the 3rd Annual Uptown Street Fest! presented by the Hyack Festival Association. It is set to be quite an event.

Come join us after the “Hyack International Parade” to celebrate the sights, sounds and activities that has made the Uptown Street Fest on Belmont Street such a resounding success. Enjoy incredible food from various ethnic

vendors, such as Melt Town Grilled Cheese, Fhat Dawgs, Super Thai, Pepper Pot Caribbean food, Ken’s Mini-donuts, Mr. Frosty Ice Cream, Cravings Kettle Corn and Lenny’s Lemonade.

After you’ve had some delicious street food, stroll through our market place where 24 local merchants will tempt you with their wares. Then, check out some kid’s amusement activities, featuring face painting, kids activities, International airbrush tattoo artist Christopher Niemeyers, B.C.’s best henna artist Rita Khimani. Or catch some great

free street level entertainment. Local artists will be performing throughout the day, including Ava Carich, Sophie Candolfi and Shon Burnett.

With attendance set to exceed 10,000, organizers encourage everyone to get there early. Uptown Street Fest! festivities happen in the 600 block Belmont Street, New Westminster. For more information, visit http://www.hyack.bc.ca or call the office at 604-522-6894.

Come and celebrate New Westminster strong spirit.

While you enjoy the event don’t forget to tweet out #HyackUptown

Looking forward to seeing you at the celebrations and special events during the

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Hyack Sponsor of the Year 2015

“We cannot seek achievement for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community... Our ambitions must be broad enough to include the aspirations and needs of others, for their sakes and for our own.”

Susan Cartwright-Coates is the proud owner of Cartwright jewelers, a business that has been in operation in New Westminster since 1933. She was awarded Hyack Sponsor of the year in 2006 and is once again being honored for her contributions to the Hyack Festival Association for 2015.

Susan has been a supporter of Hyack since its inception.

During the year, she attends Hyack Association events such as the President’s Tea and the New Westminster Hyack Ambassador Awards Gala. Susan is a community minded individual and this is evident in the fact that she won the Business Person of the Year in 2105 and the Community Spirit Award in 2014, both Chamber of Commerce

As part of the “Women in Business” component of the Hyack Leadership Program, Susan hosted the 2015 participants at her store.

initiatives. Susan states that, “a community with a strong spirit makes a great place to live, work and play”. In 2015, Susan hosted the Hyack Ambassadors at Cartwright Jewelers for a store tour and has been the Hyack Ambassador Program Premier Sponsor for 2015 and 2016.

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represent their community in positive ways. For many years, she has presented Miss New Westminster with a diamond pendant named after her Grandfather, the “James Daniel Cartwright Diamond Award”.

She is proud to be the Premier sponsor for such a worthwhile program. The Hyack Festival Association is extremely appreciative of Susan’s sponsorship and love of her community.

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The 34th Antique Fair at the Queens Park Arenex features fine antiques and collectables. See page 13 for more details.

May 28 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Key West Ford Hyack International Parade will begin at Sixth Street and Eighth Avenue, and end in Queens Park. See route information and map elsewhere in this section.

May 28 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Uptown Street Fest returns with entertainment, face painting, live music and more, including a diverse selection of food trucks.

May 28 1:45 p.m.

The Portland Royal Rosarians will hold their annual rose planting ceremony in front of City Hall.

May 28 2 p.m.

Seymour Artillery Firing at City Hall Front Lawn.

May 29 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

May Day Heritage Picnic at the Armoury.

For more information about these and other events,call the Hyack office at 604-522-6894 or see www.hyack.bc.ca.

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eye to providing skills that will last through For more than five decades, The have the chance to interact with strong their lifetimes. The New Westminster Hyack New Westminster Hyack Ambassador positive role models in the local business Ambassadors represent the city on the Leadership Program has been going community and other fields. It really gives Hyack float at parades around B.C. and strong. Organizers are confident that this them a bigger view of the world, and throughout the Pacific Northwest and they important program will continue to thrive themselves, and their opportunities in the and grow as a symbol of the community’s future.” Now, being a scholarship program also volunteer hundreds of volunteer hours at many local and civic events here at each Hyack Ambassador receives a postlegacy of excellence in service. home. “The Hyack Ambassador Leadership Its mandate is: “Be a Hyack Ambassador secondary scholarship at the end of their Team last year collectively contributed close and develop your best S-E-L-F, through Ambassadorial year, with title scholarship to 1,500 hours of volunteer time within our Service, Education, Leadership, Fun!” of $1000.00 being awarded to Miss New city and by representing our city at various This year marks the 45th annual Westminster. events around the province,” says Debbie installation of Miss New Westminster The program’s aims to provide young Wardle. and the Hyack Ambassador Leadership people in New Westminster with an The six month training program Team. Deb Wardle, who volunteers as a opportunity to experience professional concluded with the New Westminster Hyack program coordinator and chaperone, says instruction in public speaking, World Host Ambassador Awards Gala which was held in the benefits for the young people who training, networking, etiquette training, early April, and ALL participants carry on as participate are immeasurable. personal and career development, with an “The program provides our city youth with the foundation and life skill set to contribute to the community, be a better citizen and fully explore the opportunities that come their way with confidence,” she said.

“They are able to travel, to represent their city.

They develop lifelong friendships with their fellow ambassadors from New Westminster, but also those they meet at events in other Visiting youth ambassadors from around the province and the Pacific Northwest attend 2016 Awards Gala. communities. And they

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The Hyack Ambassador Leadership Team welcomes opportunities to contribute to our community and if your organization would like to have them assist your event, please call the Hyack office with your request, 604522-6894. 2017 Scholarship applications will be available at an upcoming informal afternoon for those interested youth (16 - 19 years old and residents of New Westminster) who may enjoy what the program has to offer and possibly be interested in applying for the 2017 leadership program, please call Director-inCharge, Lili De Capite @ 604-375-1370, for more information.

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Miss New Westminster 2016 Emma Cipria, sponsored by Key West Ford, is thrilled to represent the city as Miss New Westminster’s 2016.

The multi-talented teenager was awarded the title scholarship at a gala held at Douglas College on April 2nd. The St. Thomas More Collegiate student will be joined by her fellow ambassadors as they travel with the Hyack float at events throughout the region at local events and volunteer here at home. The theme this year is Dream, Live, Celebrate.

Emma will be joined by Shane Ward, who was named Hyack Princess 2016 and received the Top Speaker and Knowledge Award; Grace Suazo, winner of the Bernie

Legge Award and Gabriella Sali who was awarded the Miss Friendship 2016. Also taking honours were Nicole Pereira, who won the Essay Award and Ravneet Rattan, who received the Ambassador Alumni Award and People’s Choice Award.

Emma replaces outgoing Miss New Westminster 2015 Taylor Atherley, who did a wonderful job representing our Royal City. All of the newly-minted 2016 Hyack ambassadors will represent the City of New Westminster throughout B.C. and the Pacific Northwest for the coming year, as well as participate in the Hyack Festival Association’s 45th Sapphire Anniversary Year.

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Looking for that special item that is sure to become a family heirloom? Looking to buy that rare and unique piece of furniture or jewelry, or just looking for pleasure. No matter the reason, join us for the 33rd annual Antiques and Collectibles Fair at Queen’s Park Arenex on the Victoria Day weekend, May PARKING 22nd and 23rd 2016. The doors are open from 10 o’clock to 5 IS FREE! o’clock both days.

Discover 19 vendors selling a great selection of items including furniture, jewelry, glassware, dishes, clothing, books, artwork and much more.

Admission is only $3 but don’t forget to bring plenty of cash for the great buys that can be found here.

Queen’s Park is a picturesque park showcased by a gorgeous Rose Garden, petting zoo, children’s playground and plenty of green space to enjoy a picnic or just relax and visit with friends or family.

The event is organized by Maynard Cook - a vendor at the fair. Maynard is a dedicated volunteer committed to his community. He says many of the vendors have been successfully selling at this event for many years and he is proud of the quality of the items offered for sale.

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2nd Annual May Day Heritage Picnic

Join us for an old fashioned Picnic in the Park during the 2nd Annual May Day Heritage Picnic. Pack a picnic basket, wear your best spring bonnet, dress in Victorian period attire and we will supply the fun!

This family-friendly indoor picnic celebrates the rich 145-year history and traditions of May Day in the Royal City as adults, youth and seniors come together for a day of upbeat community building. “Lift your spirits” with friends and neighbours to celebrate May Day’s present and past at the finale event of the May Day Week and the 45th annual Hyack Festival.

One of the highlights of the picnic will be the performance of both 2015 and 2016 May Queen Suites and the Royal Lancers as they perform the century old traditional Royal Lancer “quadrille” dances as well as the Royal Knight Honour Guard sharing interesting May Day trivia.

We applaud our present and former May Queens, Royal Knights and Royal Lancers, along with their families and community citizens, for a mermorable afternoon in the historic Armoury of The Royal Westminster Regiment.

The picnic recreates the birth of May Day 1870 when citizens of all ages gathered to welcome spring and build a sense of community spirit for the disheartened citizens at that time. Bring a smile and be prepared to have fun.

P.S. Don’t forget to share your May Day photos, autograph books and stories.

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Look for thought-provoking works of art against a backdrop of timeless architectural features in many of the homes and public spaces on this year’s Homes Tour.

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317 Fourth Avenue The Kirk House (1940)

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Widow Mary Jane Kirk and her daughter Elsie made the shrewd investment decision to build this lovely seven bedroom colonial style home as a rental property next door to their home. The house mirrors the popular and sought-after Dutch Colonial revival style with its cross-hall plan, elegant living room, original built-in corner dining room cabinets and a large open kitchen that overlooks the beautiful backyard garden. The current owners of the Kirk House agreed to be on tour for one reason—to fundraise for the Group of Five in memory of one of its founding members, the late Shirley Piper.

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302 Royal Avenue Irving House (1865)

Irving House, with its mixed Gothic features, is the oldest intact house in the Lower Mainland. It still sits on the original site where Captain William Irving had it built in 1865. The City of New Westminster has owned the house since 1950 and it operates as a local heritage centre. A study (including analysis of interior wallpapers, ceiling papers, wood finishes, paint colours and carpets) was conducted in 2009-10 to develop a plan to authentically and most accurately restore the house to the glory of a bygone age — ca.1897-1903, when Captain Irving’s daughter Mary Briggs lived there with her family.

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229 Third Avenue The Thomas Dockrill & Irene Trapp House (1913)

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509 Third Street William Stuart &Vivian Gifford House (1936)

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777 Columbia Street The New Westminster Museum and Archives at Anvil Centre

Trapp House is an excellent example of transition from the Edwardian style to the Arts and Crafts movement in architecture.

It was built to impress yet retain an air of modesty.The exterior is simple yet imposing by its sheer size with a hipped roof, full width porch, a grand, wide front staircase and, originally, a second storey open sleeping balcony. The present owners recognized the beauty of this gracious home and the importance of saving it from demolition. They completed extensive renovation and restoration work, including trim and fixtures that complement the original architecture and overall design.

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With its red roof tiles, bright white façade and black wrought-iron railings gracing arched palladium windows, the Gifford House evokes an intriguing mix of Spanish Mission Revival overlaid with Hollywood Regency style of the 1920s-50s stars of the silver screen. In addition to its grand exterior, the formal rooms are large and spacious with high coved ceilings and period textured plaster walls. The new homeowners completed major mechanical updating and recently enjoyed a star turn on HGTV’s Love It or List It Vancouver, resulting in beautifully refurbished bathrooms and a kitchen fit for a star gourmand of any era.

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Irving House in 1950, and its annex in 1964, were the original homes of the New Westminster Museum and Archives; until collections grew and greater focus fell on artifacts, images and records reaching back to the formative days of New Westminster.

In 2014, Anvil Centre, the gateway to New Westminster’s historic downtown, became the Museum and Archives’ ‘forever’ home.

Visitors can take a journey through over 8,000 years of local history and delve deeper into the City’s past by exploring the archives in a comfortable and quiet space.

The records of hundreds of City properties can be discovered here.

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THE WOMEN OF

Dr. Jennifer Durst

Dr. Harleen Takhar

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r. Jennifer Durst motive’s to pursue optometry started to bloom when she received her first pair of glasses in the fifth grade and didn’t stop.

In 2005, Dr. Durst graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Immunology and Microbiology with Honours from UBC. As part of her undergraduate education, she had a number of fascinating research experiences, including student internships at the World Health Organization in Copenhagen, Denmark and influenza and anthrax work at the Defence Research and Development Canada. This led her to renew her passion for vision and ocular research by volunteering at the UBC Eye Care Centre. She finished her formal education with a Doctorate in Optometry at the Illinois College of Optometry.

For the last six years, she has been bettering the lives of her patients by increasing their quality of life and vision. “Our goal is to improve the quality of eye care. We focus on leading technology to detect diseases and conditions other eye exams may miss,” says Durst. “Our lens technology is unique in that it is fully customizable to enhance vision to its fullest.”

Like her colleagues at FYI Doctors – New Westminster, Durst keeps current by attending conferences and seminars, working with other

fter spending years practising in a number of eye clinics across the Lower Mainland, Dr. Takhar chose to join the highly respected team at FYidoctors in 2013. What drew this dynamic optometrist was the multiple award-winning clinic’s stellar reputation within both the profession and community. Their mission is to deliver highquality vision care through the knowledge and skills aligned with her own beliefs.

ODs, online courses and regularly presenting in a journal club of younger ODs. For young ambitious optometrists she says: “Always have a positive attitude and think long term; There will be ups and downs. Find a great mentor to give you that support.”

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Dr. Takhar is a well respected optometrist who specializes in a number of areas of optometry, including ocular disease treatment and co-management, contact lenses, primary and emergency care and pediatrics. Her clinical externships are showcased by work in ocular disease at the Spokane Veterans Affairs Medical Hospital, primary care at the San Diego Naval Medical Centre, and various specialties including pediatrics and vision therapy through the Pacific University Family Vision Center in Portland.

Like the other team members, Dr. Takhar actively listens to her patient’s concerns and then informs them on the best possible option.

She provides comprehensive eye examinations for adults and children to diagnose vision problems and eye diseases; offers treatment for eye infections, injuries and allergies; and ensures her patients are well educated about the state of their eyes and eyewear options

Dr. Errin Bligh

Dr. Kelsey Snow

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The multiple award-winning optometrist attended the University of Western Ontario in London, ON where she studied Genetics and graduated with Honours. Following that, Dr. Bligh was accepted into the Doctor of Optometry program at the University of Waterloo, graduating with Excellence in 2014.

A native British Columbian, she completed her Bachelor of Science with distinction in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at SFU. Dr. Snow went on to graduate with honours from the University of Waterloo Optometry program, where she was awarded the Ontario Association of Optometry Award for Excellence in Patient Management, as well as the CooperVision Contact Lens Award.

Her final year included a semester at OMNI Eye Specialists in Baltimore, MD, where she worked closely with ophthalmologists specialized in glaucoma, retina, anterior segment, and oculoplastics.

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As the Lead Optometrist at FYidoctors – New Westminster, she says the success of the clinic lies in the fact that they provide exceptional patient-centred care and a personalized experience.

ROYAL CITY CENTRE: #240-610 SIXTH ST, NEW WESTMINSTER 604.522.6929 WWW.FYIDOCTORS.COM/NEW-WESTMINSTER

year ago, Dr. Snow joined the successful optometry clinic, FYidoctors - New Westminster. She has proven herself to be a valuable member of the team.

For aspiring young women in or outside the optometric profession she says, “Be genuine and trust your instincts. Every field has a leading edge. That’s where you want to be. Go to conferences and figure out where the buzz is. Talk to those people. If you’re not moving forward you’re being left behind.”

Dr. Bligh stays current with the latest technology and procedures by attending continuing education seminars and conferences and participating in a journal club with a group of young doctors.

Dr. Bligh offers comprehensive eye care for patients of all ages, with special interests in pediatrics, patients with special needs, ocular disease, and laser surgery co-management.

Upon completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University, this Vancouverite moved to Portland, Oregon to continue her studies in the Optometry program at Pacific University. She graduated with her Doctorate of Optometry degree in 2010 and moved back to Vancouver shortly after.

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r. Errin Bligh was inspired to enter the field of optometry because of her own difficulties with her eyesight, which began when she was in Grade 3.

An exceptional student, Dr. Bligh was honoured with the A.W. Cole Award for Clinical Excellence, was her class valedictorian and was featured in Women in Optometry magazine as a “Top Grad” in North America.

available to them. She employs the latest diagnostic techniques and treatment protocols available.

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Dr. Snow credits the success of its clinic to the fact that they provide full-scope optometric care and take the time to educate each patient about the importance of eye care. “The products we offer are similar everywhere but it’s the experience that differentiates us at FYi,” adds Dr. Snow.

Dr. Snow is also committed to philanthropy and sharing her skills with others. She has participated in two optometric service trips to date (Paraguay in 2013 with Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity, and Jamaica

in 2015 at the Foundation for International Self Help).

Finding both experiences extremely rewarding, the young optometrist looks forward to many more future outreach opportunities, internationally and in her local community.

For young aspiring optometrists, Dr. Snow says:” Take advice from people who have been there before you. Learn from their mistakes so you can hopefully avoid a couple yourself.”

ROYAL CITY CENTRE: #240-610 SIXTH ST, NEW WESTMINSTER 604.522.6929 WWW.FYIDOCTORS.COM/NEW-WESTMINSTER

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Leah Yallop

Vashti Fairbairn Music Box

Leah Yallop Massage Therapy

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egistered massage therapist Leah Yallop envisioned a clinic that had the look and feel of a relaxing spa with a strong commitment to provide personalized care for symptoms resulting from pregnancy, sports related injuries or general aches and pains. In 2010, the self-motivated entrepreneur founded her home-based practice – Leah Yallop Massage Therapy.

ho doesn’t enjoy music, whether by listening to it, singing, or playing an instrument? Yet, many schools are having to do away with their music education programs.

Welcome to Music Box New Westminster’s Music Academy, a boutique-style conservatory that promises to enrich yours and/or your child’s life. Founded in January 2013 by owner Vashti Fairbairn, the school has already garnered numerous accolades, including 2015 Readers Choice for Best Place for Music Instruction, as well as the New Westminster Platinum Award for Small Business of the Year.

Vashti is a dynamic leader who has also been lauded for her musical achievements – she is a four-time nominee and two-time time winner - Best Music Director in the Vancouver Community Theatre Coalition Awards and was nominated for Best Music Director in the Vancouver Ovation Awards.

exam or extra performance opportunities so they are a more well rounded musician - we do it. “ The academy offers everything from private music lessons in Piano, Voice, Drums, Guitar, Ukulele, Flute, Violin to Theory, Song Writing, Performance Coaching, preschool music classes, introductory music camps and more for ages 9 months to adult.

She completed her musical education at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Capilano University and the Royal Conservatory of Music.

Vashti credits her team of talented, professional and wonderful teachers and staff for its resounding success. “We go the extra mile and care about our students and want to see them succeed in what they do. So if that means, extra training time before a festival/recital/

630 CARNARVON ST, NEW WESTMINSTER #211-810 QUAYSIDE DRIVE, NEW WESTMINSTER 604-553-1176 WWW.MUSICBOXNW.CA

Leah practices soft and deep tissue manipulation in order to help her clients relax, provide pain relief, and to improve mobility and flexibility. She is also a member in good standing with the Registered Massage Therapists Association of BC., Leah is a consummate professional who uses a variety of techniques to rehabilitate the body. She constantly stays ahead of any new developments in her field by attending yearly educational seminars.

As a 2008 graduate of the three-year RTM program at West Coast College her primary focus is on pregnancy massage, and post op scar tissue work. A 2015 Readers Choice award winner, Leah recently attended a course in manual treatment for post operative breast cancer patients and another in treating patients with PTSD, in order to serve her clients needs.

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eal estate runs in the family for Park Georgia Realty’s Tracey Davies. She’s the daughter of retired Realtors® Lowell & Anne Quesnel, and her son, Sean, is the marketing and social media expert on her team. Together, this dynamic duo provides its growing clientele with the highest level of service and attention that even the most discerning client expects.

oreen Hill is a Registered Acupuncturist specializing in Traditional Chinese Medicine with a passion for helping her patients live healthier and more fulfilled lives.

She uses a wide variety of therapies to treat, support and uncover the root cause of patient health concerns.

Winner of the Readers’ Choice Award for 2014 and 2015 as the Best Acupuncture Business in New Westminster, she has a strong interest in helping patients heal.

For 12 years, Doreen has helped treat imbalances and weaknesses in the body, while boosting the immune system performance. “I also offer non-needle treatments using microcurrent technology,” she adds. Using mild electric currents to stimulate desired points of the body, this treatment is wonderful for treating the skin; whether it be scar tissue, blemishes, wrinkles or other skin conditions.”

Doreen also offers anti-aging and personal care products to maximize effects.

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Doreen believes in a holistic and individualized approach that takes into consideration all of the lifestyle factors that affect health and disease.

“I also incorporate massage and body work into my treatments,” she adds.

For young aspiring RMT’s she says: “It’s a lot of work, but so worth it! When you have a vision and get to see it materialize it feels so great. Get organized and plan. Being able to work in a place that you’ve created is so wonderful and that added to loving what you do is what makes your business a success.”

She attributes her success first and foremost because her practice is a labour of love.

“I have developed a wonderful relationship with my patients and we enjoy a good visit, laugh a little and have their treatment at the same time,” Doreen says. “In each and every treatment, I always ensure I have addressed the condition from the mental, physical and emotional level to enhance a speedy recovery.”

Discover how Doreen can help you.

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ACUPUNCTURE 630 5TH ST, NEW WESTMINSTER 778.231.2565 WWW.DOREENHILL.COM

With more than a dozen years of a proven track record of excellence, Tracey’s goal and motto is, “We guarantee personalized customer/client care with a second to none attention to detail,” adds this consummate specialist.

As a lifelong New Westminster resident and a top producer, Tracey acknowledges that to succeed in this highly competitive industry one must offer superior customer service, while recognizing the importance of each individual’s best interests and needs.

As the former Miss New Westminster 1984, she knows a thing or two about volunteering.

For years, Tracey has, and still is, involved in the annual May Day, Camp Kerry Society, the Royal City Musical Theatre, Salmonbellies Lacrosse and supports several school fundraisers.

This dynamic Realtor® invites residents to visit her website for listings, references and for all real estate needs.

If Tracey could offer advice for those young women aspiring to enter this competitive industry, she would say: “Do your best and enjoy the experience. Always provide top notch customer/ client services and care to Sellers/ Buyers with their real estate transactions.”

Meanwhile, Tracey is equally committed to the community that has embraced her family, husband John, daughter Sara, son in law Jordan, and sons Ben and Sean.

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FEATURING

THE WOMEN OF

Susan L. Greig

Jenna Mhairi

Braid Street Studios

Jenna Mhairi Visual Artist

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savvy entrepreneur and artist, Susan L. Greig was seeking a space to encourage local artists and new talent.

She envisioned a studio/gallery where artists could gather to create and showcase their work as well as offer an on-going program of special exhibitions. In June 2014, 100 Braid St Studios was born.

variety of paints, resins and solvents that burst with colour and movement.

“My business is different from a lot of other artists because of the variety of unique materials I work with and the types of products that I sell,” she explains, which range from paintings to clothing to homewares.

She is thrilled to be part of a co-operative. “Before, I was creating in a spare room in my parents’ home, and had zero face-to-face visibility.” She adds, “It takes a lot of emotional and financial support to become an artist. Your family really needs to be supportive of your choices because selfdoubt is a huge part of the process.”

“The way our gallery/workshop space is set up with window walls so guests can see into the artist working spaces is unlike anything else in North America as far as I can tell,” adds this visionary.

Rachael Hatala

The multiple award-winning studio is also a home to Artism – a wonderful program that features art classes for children, youth and adults who have autism and special needs.

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There are 15 resident artists at 100 Braid St Studios, with a waitlist of 26 artists. “As well, we have eight teachers who also make up our community,” she adds.

Rachael’s vision is to create distinctive lines in jewelry that are exceptionally designed, and intended for a lifetime of everyday appreciation. “I love creating one of a kind pieces that will be cherished for many years.”

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orn with a keen eye for detail and design, jeweler Rachael Hatala creates beautiful modern minimalistic jewelry using both sustainably sourced, and recycled silver and gold.

For ambitious young jewelers starting out, Rachael says: “Just go for it! Taking the leap can be scary especially if you have no safety net, but you’ll never know how much you can accomplish unless you try. My biggest regret is not jumping sooner.”

Civic-minded, Susan is deeply committed to the community. She supports art and creative groups, such as The Royal City Farmers Market, Royal City Musical Theatre, PosAbilities Inclusion Art Show, My Artists Corner and our Feast on the Fraser event, to name a few.

The contemporary landscape painter’s best advice for young entrepreneurs is: “Find someone who is already doing what you want to do successfully. Emulate them. If you cannot find someone who is doing exactly what you are doing (this was the case of 100 Braid St), find a number of people and/or businesses. If you cannot find a mentor in your chosen field, then ask another entrepreneur who does own a successful company.”

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and painting and hand dyeing textiles to create contemporary abstract paintings was a hobby for Mardell Rampton until two years ago, when she was encouraged by a textile artist and coach to build her art business.

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Mardell Rampton Textile Paintings was born, and Mardell credits her growing success to the co-working space she belongs to. “I can’t say enough about the support Susan Greig, artist and founder of 100 Braid Street Studios, as provided to me and the other artists at the studio.”

For bourgeoning textile artists, Mardell advises, “Keep your focus on your dream and find a way to make it happen. Things will line up for you and show up on your path.”

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Judy Villett

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Iris Mes-Low Visual Artist

or over three decades, artist Iris Mes-Low has been creating impressive works that celebrate real life using acrylics, oils, and mixed media.

Passionate about her work, this savvy artist says her success is in part to the use of social media and applying for prizes and grants; it is Important to participate in shows as well as offer courses through Opus and 100 Braid St Studios,” she adds.

Iris’s work is availble through Van Dop Gallery, New Westminster. Her next exhibit is in October at New Westminster Public Library. To further her success in the arts she is finishing a degree in the arts. Her simple words of advice: “Work hard; good Art comes down to commitment.

Judy Villett Textile Artist

rowing up surrounded by quilters, Judy Villett’s mixed media wall art naturally includes textiles.

“My work combines many techniques, beginning with commercial or hand dyed fabrics that may be stencilled, painted, embellished, pieced, appliquéd and then finally machine quilted,” she explains.

When Judy is working on an original piece, she is moved by the world around her, from the ground to the sky, to breath life into the piece. She continues to learn and find inspiration from books, travel, the Internet or browsing galleries and attending conferences.

For young artists honing their craft, Judy offers the following advice that she herself was given: “Take yourself seriously. Put in the hours.”

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Solvi Stokholm

Patti Goss

Co-Operators

Remax Advantage Realty

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Stokholm Insurance Services Ltd /The Co-operators New Westminster Solvi Stokholm has focused on providing her customers with the best in insurance products for more than two decades.

Extremely well-versed in the insurance business, Solvi works with customers to build personalized and comprehensive estate and retirement plans for their success. “I will help you find the right coverage for you and your loved ones, so that you have the insurance protection you need,” Solvi adds.

The Co-operators offers a wide range of products that are developed specifically for its New Westminster customers in mind - home, condo and tenant insurance, car insurance, travel medical and trip cancellation insurance, home business insurance, extended health and dental insurance, and life insurance.

Solvi’s success lies in the fact that each customer is her number one priority and she is constantly looking for ways to better meet their needs through the products and services they offer.

“I am confident that the products we sell are the best in the business for our target markets.”

Everyone on her team is committed to building long term relationships.

“Through our Client Review service, we will ensure we stay in touch; as your life needs change, we will be there to make sure we are working with you to make the necessary

here’s little question why Re/Max Advantage Realty’s Patti Goss and her team are perennial winners of the Reader’s Choice Awards or why she was nominated for Business Person of the Year in 2015.

changes to your portfolio along the way,” she adds.

Discover why The Co-operators is a better place for you. Ask about their multi-line discount and the complementary, no-obligation insurance review by calling 604-525-6633 or by visiting http://www.cooperators.ca/en/ stokholm-insurance-services/Home.aspx.

It starts with her cohesive and dynamic Remax Advantage – Team Goss – real estate professionals who have built a reputation in New Westminster for excellence in customer service, from the beginning to its after-sale service.

“Being a team allows us to provide better cover and pay attention to details, such as offering comprehensive buyer and seller guides, attending all showings and preparing the home to be shown at its best,” she says. “We do not use lockboxes or ask realtors to pick the key up at our office.”

In today’s market, people look for a realtor with local expertise and a leading edge, attributes that have defined Patti’s approach for the last 26 years. “I feel our business stands out from the competition because I work very hard to meet our clients’ expectations,” she says.

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A top-producing realtor, Patti has been honoured numerous times by a panel of her peers with awards from RE/MAX of Western Canada and RE/MAX International. By

listening to her clients and assessing their needs before taking action and combining her finely tuned people skills with marketing acumen, Patti has won the invaluable trust of homeowners, investors and prospective owners. Another vital aspect of her business is giving back to the community, which has been a life-long commitment. She volunteers at a variety of local events and donates a portion of each commission to the Children’s Miracle Network, and Kidsport.

#102-321 6TH ST, NEW WESTMINSTER 604.526.2888 WWW.PATTIGOSS.COM

Dr. Firouzeh Majlessi & Dr. Navneet Randhawa

Columbia Square Dental

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r. Firouzeh Majlessi and Dr. Navneet Randhawa are an incomparable team of dentists who consistently strive to serve the dental needs of the local community by providing exceptional service to patients - whether its general, cosmetic or sedation dentistry.

Over the years, these dedicated dentists and their skilled hygienists at Columbia Square Dental have improved the lives of the people in New Westminster and surrounding Lower Mainland neighbourhoods by taking the pain out of dentistry.

Starting from the initial assessment, each dentist wants to ensure your experience in their office is an optimal one, and everyone looks forward to exceeding your expectations.

Both say: “While we believe in the power of preventative dental care, we also recognize the necessity of restorative procedures as well as the value of cosmetic treatments.”

Each comes with a wealth of education and experience. Prior to completing her degree in Doctor of Medicine (DMD), from the University of British Columbia in 2013, Firouzeh graduated as a General dentist from Ankara University in 1991 followed by DDS degree from Tehran University in 1993.

Navneet graduated with a DDS degree from

New York University College of Dentistry, USA. She moved back to Canada to join her family.

She has a keen interest in practicing family dentistry and also enjoys working with kids.

Both Navneet and Firouzeh continuously keep abreast of new technology and advancements in dentistry by furthering their education on a regular basis.

Columbia Square Dental uses the latest in dental technology to improve the delivery of diagnostic procedures, as well as dental treatments and services to its patients.

Knowing that most people don’t like to visit the dentist, both make every effort to make a patient’s dental experience both effective and pleasant as possible.

The Clinic’s specialty practice offers one-stop complete dentistry for the entire family. It’s a dental practice that uses the most cutting-edge technologies in dentistry, including a CEREC machine which allows for full crowns in one appointment – oftentimes within two hours.

They also feature Digital High Tech Family Dentistry Digital X-rays, Computer Controlled Freezing, Soft Tissue Laser, Oral Cancer Screening with Velscope, to name just a few.

The clinic is very kid-friendly. Parents are encouraged to bring their children with them during their visit so that as youngsters they

learn that there is nothing to fear from the dentist.

Both believe its strength also lies in their experienced, caring, friendly staff members who work as a team.

“Everyone treats the patients with empathy, care about their overall health, pay attention to their concerns and address them to their satisfaction,” Navneet says. “Our satisfied patients who refer their friends and families are a testament to this.”

Firouzeh and Navneet have built trusting, long term relationships by focussing on restoring a patient to their best possible dental health.

At Columbia Square Dental you will experience a comfortable, soothing and unique clinic, specializing in customized care tailoured specifically to your needs. To keep you calm and relaxed, they even offer overhead televisions and cozy blankets in each room.

Everyone is committed to the provision of an exceptional level of oral health care for each of Columbia Square Dental patients, new and existing.

Columbia Square Dental welcomes new patients and offers payment options for those that qualify. Call them at 604-529-9393 or visit online at mynewwestminster.com.

#111-1015 COLUMBIA ST, NEW WESTMINSTER 604.529.9393 WWW.MYNEWWESTMINSTERDENTIST.COM

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Dr. Karen Liang Queens Park Dental

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ince graduating from dental school, Dr. Karen Liang has been driven to provide the very best in dental care and advanced cosmetic dentistry procedures in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere. Two years ago, she joined the landmark Queen’s Park Dental.

Dr. Karen Liang comes with a wealth of knowledge and vast experience. After graduating from UBC with a Bachelors in Science, she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine at Boston University.

In Boston, the gifted general dentist graduated Summa Cum Laude - the highest honours that was awarded only to the top seven percent of her class and received the Delta Dental Award in Public Health.

“I started practicing in Seattle and eventually moved back home to Vancouver where I currently live and practice,” says Karen.

The winner of Best in New Westminster, A List, Reader’s Choice, Opencare Patient’s Choice Award, Karen is also a clinical instructor for the UBC Faculty of Dentistry DMD program, is a member of numerous study clubs and regularly attends dental conferences.

She is passionate about patient education and believes a big part of a dentist’s job is to educate patients about oral health so that they can make well-informed decisions. To that end, one of the most important facets of Karen’s care is ensuring each patient

walks out with healthy, clean teeth, and is educated in the very best and most updated oral health information.

“We help patients of all ages work toward a healthy oral cavity, then maintain it,” she adds. “It not only improves overall health, but a person’s confidence too. We put smiles on people’s faces – literally and figuratively!”

Whether it is fixing that crooked tooth that’s been bothering you for years, whitening your teeth, replacing a missing tooth, getting you out of pain or just providing you and your family with regular check-ups and cleanings, Karen and her professional team is there to help you.

“Work hard at your craft” Her clinic offers the latest state-of-theart dentistry and specializes in a wide range of services and the most up-todate advancements in cosmetic dentistry, including dental implants, ceramic veneers and crowns, teeth whitening and more.

Queens Park Dental is also technologically advanced and ecofriendly – the clinic has adopted a paperless mandate, provides digital x-rays (which reduces radiation exposure by 80 per cent), iPad technology and intra-oral cameras to improve patient education.

doesn’t necessarily mean better, but that’s why lifelong learning is critical. It allows us to make informed choices for our patients.”

“I love the team that I work with because we all have the same goal in mind – and that is whatever is in the best interest of our patients,” she says.

“We all keep up to date in our field. If one of learns something new that we think improves our service, we have a meeting to share the idea and implement it.”

Meanwhile, for those young women considering entering this exciting field, Karen has this advice to offer: “Work hard at your craft, but also your people skills. Good service goes a long way.”

Come and discover the difference that Queens Park Dental offers.

She went to say: “Dentistry is always changing – technology and materials improve. This field is exciting because the basics are the same, but there are always new things coming out. New

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Community

Bunny love is back at Queen’s Park FAMILY TIES

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Goats and bunnies and pigs, oh my.

Yes, for those of you who have animal-obsessed small humans in the house, it’s that time of year again.

The Queen’s Park petting farm opens for the season this weekend, starting Saturday, May 21.

The farm – which features goats, sheep, chickens, pigs, bunnies and ducks for the small visitors – is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. right through to Sept.

5. Farm attendants are always on hand to help the kids get the most out of their visit, whether it’s by brushing the goats or feeding carrots to the rabbits.

It’s free, but you’re encouraged to leave donations.

And, of course, being so handily located right next to the Queen’s Park playground, stay and make a day of it.

See you at the farm!

BABY TALK OFFERS TIME OUT FOR NEW MOMS Moms with infants, if you haven’t already checked out Baby Talk, be sure to do so soon.

The Wednesday afternoon sessions are offered at Centennial Community Centre, with public health nurses coming out to lead discussions on a series of parenting-related topics – and, more importantly, to give new parents a chance to get out of the house and meet other moms who are facing the same challenges and joys.

The published schedule includes a presentation from a chiropractor and a discussion on parenting toddlers on May 25; a car seat talk on June 1; and the ever-popular discussion on sleep on June 8.

Infant feeding is in the spotlight on June 15, planning for daycare on June 22 and adjusting to parenthood on June 29.

(Note that the schedule is always subject to change, so if you want to be sure what the weekly session is about, call 604-777-6740.)

Sessions are free, and you can just drop in to Centennial, 65 East Sixth Ave., ev-

ery Wednesday from 1 to 2:45 p.m. No registration is needed.

YOUNG MAKERS WORKSHOPS AT MARKET Do you have a handy kind of kid? Families are invited to drop down to River Market on the first Sunday of each month to take part inYoung Makers Show and Tell.

The event, geared for kids aged six and up, is always free, and you can drop in between 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to enjoy hands-on demonstrations, workshops and activities.

Parents are encouraged to stay and supervise and to help out with some of the more challenging skills, since certain projects could include X-Acto knives.

Check out www.river market.ca for the details – or just stop in on Sunday, June 5 to join in the fun.

THINKING ABOUT SUMMER? CHECK OUT KIDS’ ART CAMPS Looking for summer fun? Here’s an early headsup about new summer arts camps for kids in New West.

The Arts Council of New Westminster is hosting Art Waves summer camps at the Gallery at Queen’s Park.Young artists can learn new drawing, painting, mixed-media and printmaking techniques, experiment with a variety of different materials, play games and meet other likeminded youngsters.

Four camp sessions are offered, running 10 a.m. to noon Monday to Friday: July 4 to 8, for ages six to eight; July 18 to 22, for ages nine to 11; Aug. 1 to 5, for ages 6 to 8; and Aug. 15 to 19, for ages nine to 11.

There’s room for 10 kids per class, and the cost is $90. Check out www. artscouncilnewwest.org under the Programs link for Arts Classes and Workshops.

Got an item for Family Ties? Send parenting- and family-related ideas and events to Julie, jmaclellan@newwestrecord.ca, or find her on Twitter @juliemaclellan.

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Family fun at the farm: Isabelle Baril and 16-month-old Hudson Dukeshire enjoy the Queen’s Park petting farm last year. The farm opens again for the season starting this coming weekend.

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Community SAVE THE DATE - MAY 28

HYACK PARADE

WHAT’S HAPPENING? The annual Hyack International Parade and Uptown Street Fest return to New Westminster on Saturday, May 28, starting at 11 a.m. You’ll know the parade is getting started when you hear sirens and see members of the Vancouver Police Department’s motorcycle drill team driving in assorted patterns along the parade route.

WHO’S IN THE PARADE? Nearly 100 entries from across the Lower Mainland and the Pacific Northwest will be featured in this year’s parade, including marching bands, floats, cadets, clowns and all sorts of community entries. Out-of-town visitors will be coming from as far as Portland, Seattle, Wenatchee, Spokane, Marysville, Tacoma and Olympia, Washington.

TELL ME ABOUT THIS YEAR’S FLOAT: This year is the Hyack

Festival Association’s 45th (sapphire) anniversary – so the float has a bit of a sapphire flavour. The float is a refresher of last year’s entry, with a “Sapphire dreams celebration” vibe.

“It has taken on a new look, it has a dreamland appearance,” said Hyack president Alan Wardle. “We have been down to Tacoma, and we got two awards there – the Green Award because the float is electrically powered by electric motors, not gas, and the ‘Most Original Theme’ was another award.”

WHO IS THIS YEAR’S PARADE MARSHAL? Cody Husband, a starting offensive lineman with the B.C. Lions, returns to his roots to serve as this year’s parade marshal. A New Westminster native who’s entering his third season with the Lions, Husband started his football career at New Westminster Secondary School back in 2003.

WHAT’S THE UPTOWN STREET FEST? Vendors and kids’ activities will be taking place on Belmont Street (just off Sixth Street) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on parade day.

You’ll be able to enjoy lunch from assorted food trucks or snack on festival fare like mini-donuts, ice cream, kettle corn and lemonade.

IS THERE ENTERTAINMENT? You bet. Along with street performers like clowns, Ava Carich, Sophie Candolfi and Shon Burnette will be performing at the Uptown Street Fest.

ANY WEATHER PREDICTIONS? “It’s going to be cool, which is nice for those folks that have to put on those big marching band uniforms. It will be just perfect for them,” Wardle said. “I think it’s going to be slightly overcast as usual and will shape up at the tail end of the afternoon.”

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Check out these books on wealth Joseph Haigh

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As journalists sift through the Panama Papers, a massive leak of information from Mossack Fonseca (a law firm that helps clients set up shell companies), global wealth is once again in the news.

Several current books are available for readers who want to dig further into the

The Cosmopolites takes readers into the brave new world of citizenship-forsale.

issues.

Quoted in many of the initial reports on the leak, Gabriel Zucman is a French economist who has co-authored papers with Thomas Piketty and pioneered the measurement of sheltered assets. The HiddenWealth of Nations summarizes his research, explains how tax shelters operate and delves into a number of measures that affected countries could take to combat them.

Andrew Sayer’s WhyWe Can’t Afford the Rich is a popular title that has won The British Academy’s 2015 Peter Townsend prize

for excellence in social policy and sociology. Sayer reverses the common focus on redistribution from the rich to the poor, asking instead what costs the rich impose on society through the use of tax shelters and other activities.

Wealth Secrets of the One Percent provides entertaining context for how tax shelters might be used by the extremely wealthy.

Leaving it to the reader to decide if the book is practical advice or satire, business economist and consultant Sam Wilkin recounts the techniques and character traits that have defined the one percent throughout history.

True crime fans will want to check out ZeroZeroZero. Living under police protection after the publication of Gomorrah, his exposé of the Neapolitan Mob, Roberto Saviano uses contacts in law enforcement around the world to paint a disturbing picture of the global cocaine trade, the violence that accompanies it, and the role of banks in facilitating it.

Lastly, The Cosmopolites takes readers into the brave new world of citizenship-for-sale. Atossa Araxia Abrahamian contrasts wealthy cosmopolitans’ and stateless persons’ relationship with globalization: citizenship as a business tool versus citizenship as a basic right. Her interviews with the go-betweens in citizenship deals make this a fascinating piece of reporting.

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Douglas College is looking forward to creating stronger community connections with its new director of business development.

Catherine Williams, founder and principal at Ideastream Consulting and president of Parallel Vancouver – companies that focus on high-value services in corporate strategy and communications – began work as the college’s business development director on April 11. She’s held business development positions at UBC’s Sauder School of Business and SFU’s Beedie School of Business.

“Catherine will help Douglas stay on track with being recognized as providing the most inspiring and relevant undergraduate experience in B.C.,” Douglas College president Kathy Denton said in a news release. “With her guidance,

we will continue to build those strong community ties that provide unique experiences to our students to apply the knowledge they learn in the classroom.”

Douglas College created the new position to establish stronger links with the businesses, institutions and community agencies that provide Douglas students with hands-on, practical workplace experiences.

SHARING STORIES WITH SHOPPERS Shoppers Drug Mart is inviting community members to share a story of a woman they admire as part of its Ride Don’t Hide movement.

The Ride Don’t Hide LoveYou contest honours women and girls in British Columbia who have faced adversity, perseverance and are now advocates for mental health in their communities. Nominees will be entered into a contest to earn one million Shoppers Optimum points.

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by the women who are promoting mental health in their communities by getting loud, sharing their stories and helping break down the stigma around mental illness each year at our Shoppers Drug Mart Ride Don’t Hide events,” Bev Gutray, CEO of the Canadian Mental Health Association, B.C., said in a press release. “We want them to know their stories are being heard. It’s a small way of saying thank you for making a difference.”

On June 26, the association is expecting more than 8,000 cyclists in 30 communities across Canada to ride for mental health in the Shoppers Drug Mart Ride Don’t Hide.

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The event showcases top B.C.-based live music performances, interactive activities, kids’ zones, art exhibits and food truck vendors.

“We are extremely pleased to be working with the Uptown Business Association and the City of New Westminster in delivering such a high-quality festival,” Deb Haller, branch manager of the TD Canada Trust, Sixth Street branch, said in a press release. “We are delighted to become the title sponsor of Uptown Live, which has built such a solid reputation over the past several years.TD is proud to be supporting our local community in this way.”

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Honour Victoria Day and take in the salute Archie and Dale Miller

editorial@newwestrecord.ca

It will soon be Victoria Day, and this occasion will once again be enthusiastically celebrated in New Westminster.

Victoria Day was first honoured here just a couple of months into the city’s existence in May of 1859.

A newspaper account of the event emphasized its importance: “The 24th of May was a day of general rejoicing and festivity in Queensborough (New Westminster), the capital of British Columbia, in honour of the anniversary of Her Majesty’s birth, and what rendered the day so peculiarly interesting was its being the first time Her Majesty’s subjects in this distant part of the world have had an opportunity of expressing their loyalty and devotion to their beloved Sovereign.”

The upcoming Victoria Day celebration on Monday, May 23 will feature a formal salute by the Ancient and Honourable Hyack Anvil Battery using anvils rather than cannons.The 1859 salute, and others that followed, were usually fired by cannon and rifles, but the purpose of all these firings is the same: to honour the reigning sovereign.Today, the Battery fires to the memory of Queen Victoria, as well.

The Anvil Battery has been firing such salutes since the latter half of the 1800s.They were then using an earlier form of creating a celebratory noise in honour or recognition of someone or something.

There are many examples of this to be found, one of which is the arrival, after almost two years of waiting, of a riverboat to serve the needs ofYale.

The 1859 salute, and others that followed, were usually fired by cannon and rifles, but the purpose of all these firings is the same ...

The vessel Henrietta arrived inYale to great excitement and to add noise to the community festivities, “anvils were made to answer the purpose of cannon and quite a brisk firing was kept up during the afternoon.”

If you’ve been toYale, you can imagine this sound bouncing off and echoing from the mountain sides at

the entrance to the Fraser Canyon.

The Anvil Battery fires each year in New Westminster on Victoria Day. However, they may also be seen at other regal or vice-regal events, and particular important occasions that fit the Battery’s protocols.The Battery has honoured royalty and representatives of royalty, celebrations with royal links, special recognitions such as Simon Fraser, the 2010 Olympic torch, the opening of the Anvil Centre downtown, and a few select others.

One such unusual event occurred in 1927 when the Anvil Battery started off a day-long set of festivities with a salute of 21 shots as New Westminster marked Canada’s Diamond Jubilee of Confederation.

Want to see this longstanding Royal City tradition?

The very unusual event blends the honouring ofVictoria Day, the close city ties to royalty through our history, and the dedication of the members of the Ancient and Honourable Hyack Anvil Battery.

The salute happens on Victoria Day in Queen’s Park Stadium from about 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

It’s fun, it’s free, it’s loud, and you’ll never forget it.

Everyone is welcome.

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At right, navy ships visited New Westminster for the Hyack Festival for many years, drawing crowds to the waterfront to tour the ships. This photo is undated, but we believe it was taken sometime in the 1990s. Far right, A clown entertains kids at Queen’s Park as part of the Family Day festivities in May 1990. The twoday Family Day event, which featured rides, carnival games, food and entertainment, ended in 2011 after the city built an all-weather field on the Queen’s Park site where the event was held.

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BOOM GOES THE ANVIL Above, the Hyack Festival returns to New Westminster next week,

so we thought we’d take a look at past festivals. Mayor Betty Toporowski was all smiles as she lit an anvil at the Victoria Day celebration in Queen’s Park in May 1993. This year’s salute takes place on Monday, May 23 at Queen’s Park Stadium. Right, navy ships at the waterfront. PHOTO RECORD FILES

May Day Community Heritage Picnic Sunday, May 29, 2016 • 2:00 – 4:00 pm

The Armoury of The Royal Westminster Regiment

530 Queens Avenue, New Westminster

FREE ADMISSION

For information and to reserve your tickets visit: Eventbrite.ca. Pre-registration is required.

Pack a picnic basket, wear your spring bonnet and bring a smile! Be prepared to have fun as the Royal City comes together for the second annual New Westminster MAY DAY COMMUNITY HERITAGE PICNIC.“Lift your spirits” with friends and neighbours as we embrace the rich 146 year history and traditions of May Days current and past! Our picnic marks the finale of the May Day Week and is the wrap up event for the 45th annual Hyack Festival in New Westminster! Congratulate our 2015 and 2016 May Queen Suites, Royal Knights and enjoy the century old traditional dancing of the Royal Lancers! Come one, come all! Everyone is invited!

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ART! VANCOUVER

Pop-up show features kids’ art

Rainbow of art: Kids and their families enjoyed an art exhibition featuring work by students at Queen’s Park Parent Participation Preschool, in celebration of the school’s 50th anniversary.

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Show marks preschool’s anniversary Local youngsters created a “rainbow of colour” as part of a pop-up art exhibition.

Queen’s Park Parent Participation Preschool celebrated its 50th anniversary with an open house and family day on May 14.

In addition, the preschool also showcased 75 individual paintings and four group pieces by current students at the Sixth Street Pop-Up and Gallery on the weekend.

“Inspired by recent explorations of colour mixing, all of these young artists, who are between the ages of three and five, were invited to paint whatever they wished with their chosen palette,” said a write-up about the exhibition. “The result is a truly unique, creative rainbow of colour.”

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THURSDAY, MAY 19 Finding your niche: marketing and branding with entrepreneur Danison Buan, a professional development workshop in the Artovations series, helping artists and creatives to integrate business, marketing and sales knowledge into their art practice, The workshop, put on by the Arts Council of New Westminster in partnership with 100 Braid Street Studios and the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce, takes place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 100 Braid Street Studios and Gallery. Tickets are $25. Pre-register at www.100braidststudios. com/classes.

THURSDAY, MAY 26 Glenbrooke North Residents’ Association meeting, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.), Plaskett Room, upstairs at New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. Erica Mashig, the city’s parks and open space planner, will discuss the city’s new tree protection and regulation bylaw that aims to preserve trees on public and private property and to help grow the city’s urban forest.

Also includes question and answer session, reports from traffic advisory, community policing, social and community issues, and parks and recreation committees and treasurer’s report. Info: Marya McLellan – 604-525-3975.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 ArtsToGo workshop at Lord Kelvin Elementary gym, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., 1010 Hamilton St. The Arts Council of New Westminster, in partnership with Vancity and the New Westminster School District 40’s community school, are presenting a free, handson photography workshop with artist Ryder White.

Info: artscouncilnewwest.

FRIDAY, MAY 27 Ukrainian Perogy Supper, Holy Eucharist Church hall, 5 to 8 p.m., 501 Fourth Ave. (corner of Fourth Avenue and Fifth Street). Perogy sales 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: 604-526-0988 or 604-7711.

FRIDAY, MAY 27 TO SUNDAY, MAY 30 New Westminster Baseball

Association’s 52nd annual Hyack baseball tournament, Justine Morneau Field, Moody Park. Concession will be open.

SATURDAY, MAY 28 Westminster SDA Church presents an evening of music with choirs from the Lower Mainland area, a fundraising concert in partnership with ADRA Canada for the people of Fort McMurray and Ecuador, 7 p.m., Westminster SDA Church, 7925 10th Ave. Burnaby, with entrance on 11th Avenue off of Sixth Street. Concert is for people of all ages and denominations. Seating is limited and available on a first-come first-served basis.

MONDAY, MAY 30 Are you gay, bisexual or just not sure? Need a safe place to talk? HOMINUM Fraser Valley is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bisexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single.

Meets today at 7:30 p.m. For information and meeting location, call Art at 604462-9813 or Don at 604-

329-9760.

ONGOING Camp Kerry Community Choir, meets Thursdays, 4:30 to 6 p.m. This is a non-traditional choir intended to create an inclusive community for those with experiences of illness, grief and loss.

Everyone is welcome and no prior singing experience is required. Song selections are non-classical and usually contemporary/folk tunes arranged to sing in harmony.

Pre-registration is required at campkerry.org or 604553-4663.

New Westminster Family Place, free family resource centre for parents with children five and under.

There is a bright, actionpacked playroom filled with toys, games, puzzles and

crafts and staffed by early childhood educators and a family support worker.

There is a parents’ room for relaxing, and parenting classes are available. Dropin hours are 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, and Monday and Tuesday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m.

Call 604-520-3666 for info on upcoming programs.

New Westminster Puffers Club, meets every second Monday of the month (third Monday of April), 12:30 p.m., New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. Anyone with or having friends with COPD, asthma or breathing problems are welcome to attend meetings, which include guest speakers.

Fraser Works Co-op, offers one-to-one support with

employment counsellors, connecting people to nocost career and job search services and helping people develop a plan to reach their job or career goal. Call 604522-9701 for appointment.

Sapperton Pensioners Association, meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 318 Keary St. New members welcome. Info 604-522-0280.

New Westminster Lions Club, meets every second and fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at Boston Pizza, 1045 Columbia St., Columbia Square plaza. New members welcome. Info: www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/ newwestminsterlionsclub. ca.

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The Question and Answer Period will provide an opportunity for the public to ask questions. You can also submit questions in advance at www.fraserhealth.ca/asktheboard.

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Your fitness questions, answered Columnist shares tips on using heat and ice to soothe injuries and more Shaun Karp

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Question I’ve injured myself and I know that using heat and ice can help. But my question is: when should I use heat and when should I use ice?

Answer Both heat and ice are simple yet effective ways to combat pain without the use of conventional painkillers.

As a general rule, you should apply ice to injured or sore areas whenever there is inflammation that produces swelling. Putting ice on the inflamed area will decrease blood flow and reduce swelling, thereby removing the pressure on your pain fibres.This then decreases your pain.

Heat has the opposite effect. It produces a vasodilatory response in the blood vessels that causes more blood to rush into the area.

If this area is already swollen, the increased blood flow will actually put more pressure on your pain fibres and create more pain.

But blood also brings healing agents when it enters an injured area. As a result, heat can help once the swelling and inflammation ceases and only stiffness remains.

Having trouble with hardto-reach spots like knees or elbows? Try freezing some water in a styrofoam cup, removing the cup’s rim, and applying the exposed ice through a towel.

Of course, be sure to contact your doctor before using heat or ice on an injured area.

Question I sit at a desk all day at work, and my back often feels tight when I get home. Is there a good stretch that I can do to relieve this discomfort?

sor muscles should provide some good relief and help you to limber up some of those tight muscles.

To stretch these areas, try the prayer stretch, which is completed by kneeling on a mat and stretching your arms forward in front of your head with your palms down.The key to this stretch is to keep your gluteal muscles in contact with your heels and your arms stretched out as far as possible.You should feel it through the middle and outer part of your back and down into your lower back.

Hold the stretch for 60 seconds and perform daily.

You can also stretch your lower back by pulling both of your knees to your chest for 45 to 60 seconds while lying on your back. Stretching is also a good stress reliever, so be sure to relax and breathe deeply.

Answer Stretching out your latissimus dorsi and back exten-

Question I want to make my ab workouts more intense with a

stability ball, but I don’t know where to start.Any suggestions?

Answer First things first, make sure that the ball is the correct size for you. Determine this by sitting on a stability ball with your feet shoulder width apart. If your knees are at a 90-degree angle, the ball is the right size for you and you are ready to start.

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Spicy mayo and chicken make for a tasty meal Combine grilled chicken with yuzu, papaya, avocado and spicy miso mayonnaise and get a meal for four Ben Kiely

IN THE KITCHEN editorial@newwestrecord.ca

This is a light dish full of colour and flavour.

The spicy miso mayonnaise goes well with grilled meat and fish. I find it best if you can marinate the chicken overnight.

… marinate the chicken overnight

Chicken thighs are more affordable than chicken breasts.

I like to serve this dish with rice mixed with corn, tomatoes, black beans and cilantro.

Serves four.

INGREDIENTS: FOR THE MARINADE One yellow pepper

One 1 1/2 inch piece of ginger, peeled and chopped Five garlic cloves, crushed 1/4 cup kosho/yuzu paste Two stalks of fresh lemongrass, tender inner white parts only, chopped 1/4 cup yuzu juice 1/3 cup finely chopped cilantro 1 cup canola oil, plus more for greasing Eight boneless skin-on chicken thighs One ripe avocado One ripe papaya FOR THE MAYONNAISE 1/3 cup Japanese style mayonnaise 2 teaspoons miso 2 teaspoon Sriracha Thinly sliced scallions Salt METHOD: 1. Roast the bell pepper under a broiler on high heat until charred all over.

Place the pepper in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap and let steam for about 15 minutes, peel the pepper seed and roughly

chop.

2. Make the marinade in a blender; combine the bell pepper with ginger, garlic, lemongrass, yuzu juice and cilantro and blend. Add the canola oil and blend for one minute.

3. Pour the remaining marinade into a bowl and add the chicken and mix, then cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for a couple of hours.

4. Meanwhile, make the mayonnaise. Combine the miso and sriracha.

5. Place a grill pan over a medium heat, remove the chicken from the marinade, grill the chicken until skin is crispy, turning occasionally and the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.

6. Let the chicken rest in a warm place for about five minutes. Slice the chicken and transfer to a serving platter. Place the sliced avocado and papaya on the bottom of the plate garnish with the green onions and the miso mayonnaise.

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Former Steveston Secondary Site Now Home to

POLYGON’S KINGSLEY ESTATES

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he historic fishing village of Steveston blends the best of urban sophistication with rural charm.

It is a mixed bag of small independent shops, trendy restaurants, bistros and coffee shops, all within about eight square blocks.

Now there is another reason to move into the neighbourhood. Bordered by a 15-acre park, the former Steveston Secondary site in Richmond has received a major facelift. Welcome to Polygon’s Kingsley Estates – a collection of 133 executive-style four-bedroom townhomes ranging from 1,688 to 2,008 square feet.

“Kingsley Estates is a benchmark new community in Richmond,” says May Kam, Kingsley Estates sales manager.

“Imagine experiencing exceptional townhome living in a serene community alongside a magnificent 15-acre park,

complete with lush landscaping, a private clubhouse, and a live-in caretaker for additional peace of mind.”

Architecturally, the Tudor-inspired homes at Kingsley Estates are highlighted by exposed timber detailing and steeped gable rooflines. These thoughtfully designed West Coast-inspired homes feature four bedrooms, overheight 10-foot ceilings in the main-floor living areas, powder rooms with marble flooring and large windows with views of the surrounding treetops. The kitchens are complemented with wood or acrylic finish cabinetry, engineered stone countertops with full-height marble backsplash, large islands, gas cooktops and walk-in pantries.

The homes also boast side-by-side garages, maintenance-free landscaping and a charming front yard with quaint wooden fencing.

After a long day, residents can head over to the private clubhouse and unwind beside the fireplace’s warmth or lace up their runners and get in a workout in the fully equipped fitness room. The clubhouse is designed to become the hub for neighbours, family and friends to get together. The indoor-outdoor gathering space is separated by the double doors that lead from the lounge to a courtyard with plenty of space to relax and enjoy soirees.

Parkside living, endless cycling and walking trails, quality finishes and a great location in Steveston – just some of the reasons why Polygon’s Kingsley Estates is so appealing to many.

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Balanced, experienced, quick and physical -- the elements are in place.

Now the New Westminster Salmonbellies just need to put it all together in a 60-minute package.

The Western Lacrosse Association’s 2016 season began this week, and as runner-ups for last year’s league crown the Bellies enter motivated and engaged.

Saturday’s season opener in Coquitlam, where New West takes on the Adanacs, will provide the first test to those high expectations.

Coquitlam kicked off the season with an 8-6 loss to Burnaby, and will try to build on that.

“Going into another team’s building to start the season is always a good test,” said New West general manager Dan Richardson. “We’ve got to play a good 60 minutes and work hard.

“Coquitlam is a tough place to play for us and we’ve had our share of stinkers in that building.”

While the Bellies will be missing some key players to the National Lacrosse League playoffs -- Anthony Malcom, Mitch Jones, both with Buffalo, and New England’s Brandon Goodwin -- as well as first-round draft pick Michael Messenger to the NCAA playoffs, the roster is still stocked with plenty of veteran leaders and skill.

When it comes to wins, the first game carries as much weight as the last one, said Richardson.

“You can’t let anything slip in this league, so every game is vital,” he noted. “Two points now means two points later, and you need as many wins under your belt to get that playoff spot first.”

Next week (May 26), New West will play host to the Nanaimo Timbermen in their home opener.The Bellies welcome all members of New West minor lacrosse, including family members and volunteers, into the game for free.

This year, the senior Bellies are giving away $2,500 in prizes at the home opener to registered NWMLA players, including a hoverboard and an iPad.You must be a registered member of New West minor lacrosse and in the building to win.

It’s the power of the stick which propels a winning streak.

The New Westminster junior A Salmonbellies are riding a wave thanks to the hot starts for a trio of snipers.

The squad improved to 3-2 on Tuesday behind a 13-9 victory over the fiesty Langley Thunder.

Jumping out to a 4-0 lead in the first, New West looked poised to run away with the B.C. Junior A Lacrosse League contest before the Thunder struck back.

Although they never tied it, the Valley rival pulled within two goals in both the first and second periods before the Bellies pulled away.

The landslide start, which saw New West cash in three goals in 1:19, including a pair of powerplay goals, was erased over the rest of the period as Langley found its footing.

The Bellies entered the second frame up 6-4 and pushed it to a four-goal lead only to see the Thunder cut that in half for the final 20 minutes.

Connor Robinson’s third goal of the night kick-started another fourgoal run and set the tone to lock up the game.

Robinson also counted three assists, while fellow snipers Adam Dickson, with two goals and four assists, and Johnny Pearson, with two goals and three helpers, were front-and-centre in the offensive parade.

Also contributing two goals each were Colton Bykowsky, Carter Dickson and Dalton Lupul. Laiton Manuel turned aside 37 shots.

On the attack: New Westminster’s Adam Dickson, shown firing off a shot last year, is one third of the junior Bellies’ potent three muskateers, who have compiled 37 goals over the past four games -- three of which the team won. PHOTO NOW FILE PHOTO

New West, which dropped its first two games of the year by a combined 22-19 score, have won three straight with Adam Dickson, Robinson and Pearson in the lineup.The three have lit up opposing

goalies by the tune of 26 goals and 24 assists in those games, including a six-goal effort by Pearson in Saturday’s 13-10 win over Victoria.

Against Victoria, netminder Erik Kratz stood on his head in block-

ing 38 shots as New West rallied from a 6-5 deficit and broke open an 8-8 game with a four-goal run.

The 3-2 Bellies visit Nanaimo on Saturday, and host PoCo on Tuesday, 8 p.m. at Queen’s Park.

Hyacks face uphill battle

NewWest falls to Argyle in first qualifier for B.C.s The New Westminster Hyacks ran up against some strong netminding Monday and were handed a 3-1 defeat by the Argyle Pipers in senior girls soccer play.

The game punched the North Van school’s ticket to the AAA provincial tournament.

The Hyacks gave up a quick goal but showed plenty of gumption in putting together some good runs and solid possession.When Argyle doubled its lead at the 11-minute mark and went up by three 15 minutes into the second half, New West was a tough spot.

The Hyacks continued to battle, with Abbey Flintoff’s beautiful shot from about 25 yards out making it

3-1. But the deficit was too much to overcome.

“It is always harder when you give up an early goal,” said coach Wayne McCarthy. “It throws your game plan for a loop. It is even harder when you’re missing players like we were.”

New West was without Manju Hoonjan, Brianne Lowka, Chloe Nottingham, Zoe Roberts and Jen Tamondong.

The squad still has a window to advance, depending on the result today (Thursday), 3 p.m. at Queen’s Park against Handsworth.

A week ago, New West collected the District title with a 3-1 victory over the Burnaby Central Wildcats.

The Hyacks opened the

scoring when Grade 10 Georgia Brydon tallied late in the first half.While Burnaby Central replied with a goal in the early minutes of the second half, New West pushed back and regained the lead when Grade 9 Nisa Reehal buried one.

To complete the scoring, Flintoff topped up the lead and put the Wildcats in a two-goal hole, where the game stayed.

The road to the final saw Reehal count three goals in a 4-2 doubling of Burnaby North in the semifinal, with Brydon adding a single.The Wildcats clipped Alpha 3-1 in their semifinal.

The Hyacks topped the regular season standings with a 3-1-0 record.

Banner season: New Westminster senior girls Hyacks’ graduating players Manju Hoonjan, Sarah McCarthy and Jennifer Tamondong celebrate last week’s district final win. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

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One-time Douglas College Royals libero Jordan Or has taken another step up the ladder.

The standout was selected this week to the Canadian national senior B men’s volleyball team, after an extensive training session.

Or, who graduated from Mount Royal in 2015, has spent most of the past year in Gatineau, Que. At the National Training Centre in preparation for international-level competition.

As part of the national B team, Or is heading to Mexico to play at the 2016 XI Pan American Cup, which runs May 19 to 26.

The 22-year-old athlete transferred to the Montreal-based university after three years in Douglas College.

In 2013-14 as a first-year Cougar, he was named the Libero of theYear in the Canadian Interuniversity Sports, putting up a conference-leading 222 digs.

He followed that up with 199 digs in his fifth and final year of university eligibility, averaging 2.49 per game.

When the last bead of sweat had been wiped from a brow and the newly crowned champions hugged in celebration, the two finalists came together to mark a well-played final.

The second annual Burnaby-New Westminster senior high school final concluded Sunday with a 9-6 Burnaby North Vikings victory, claiming the crown with a well-played effort over last year’s victor Burnaby Mountain.

A rematch of last year’s final, the showdown put skill and passion on display, said Burnaby Mountain coach and tournament organizer Danie Proby.

“It was quite close for most of the game, but (Burnaby North) pulled away. Last year they were heavily favoured and the team to beat and we kind of came together and surprised them.

“We couldn’t do it a second straight year.”

Proby, who also coached the inaugural Moscrop program, said the whole tournament was a success, with every team getting a chance to shine.

“In the end (Burnaby Mountain players) were quite sad, it was an emotional loss,” she said. “But we joined with Burnaby North and celebrated the game as one group.”

Picking up the Spirit Award was Moscrop.

The spirit of the game remained integral to all those involved, Proby said.

“It is extremely humbling to see these athletes work so hard over the season and want something so badly, and regardless of the outcome, they hold their opponents, their teammates, and themselves to the highest standards of sportsmanship and integrity.”

It capped a sweep for the Vikings, who also won the junior title on Saturday, topping first-year Moscrop 12-5 in the final. Burnaby Mountain picked up the junior Spirit Award.

For the New Westminster school team, competition came in Tier 2 with a mixed lineup of juniors and seniors.

The Hyacks lost their first few games, then built up some momentum to post a strong 8-6 record.

Coach and alumnus Johnathan

On the flip side: Burnaby Mountain’s Kelsey Lam, with the disk, looks to put a pass past Moscrop’s Serina Mak in ultimate action last week. PHOTO JENNIFER GAUTHIER

He was pleased with the progress shown over the season, which could produce benefits at the upcoming Fraser Valleys.

“Having lost our first few games, the season looked to be more challenging than previous

years,” said He. “However, by the final weeks we were able to pull out a decisive streak of wins to finish 8-6. Going into the Fraser Valley’s I feel confident the team will finish higher than our seeding. “ .com

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