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CLOSE CALL: A mid-size roll-off bin truck crashed through the barrier on Monday afternoon at the bottom of Holmes Street - the same location as a fatal 2011 accident that claimed the life of Mark Holmes. The driver in Monday’s crash was uninjured. PHOTO CORNELIA NAYLOR

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The driver of a large commercial truck walked away unscathed after his vehicle crashed through the barrier at the foot of Holmes Street and landed in Hume Park Monday afternoon. The crash happened around 1:30 p.m. at Holmes and East Columbia streets. The truck driver lost control while travelling east down the hill on Holmes Street, crashing through the intersection and over

the barrier into the park, according to police. No other vehicles were involved and no injuries were reported. Traffic along East Columbia Street was affected both ways. “Thankfully, no one was injured from this collision,” Sgt. Jeff Scott said in a press release. “The New Westminster Police Commercial Vehicle Unit is currently investigating to determine if there was a mechanical problem with the truck or if it was driver error.” This isn’t the first time a truck

has crashed through the barrier at the bottom of Holmes Street. In April 2011, a cement truck ran a red light on Holmes Street at East Columbia and hit a car travelling east on East Columbia, sending it through the barrier into the park below. The driver of the car, 26-yearold Mark Holmes, was killed in the collision. He had been on his way to pick up his wife and infant son for a doctor’s appointment. In 2015, the driver of the cement truck, 47-year-old Burnaby

resident Mohammad Abdolmalekpoor, pleaded guilty to driving without due care and attention, a charge under the Motor Vehicle Act. He received a $1,000 fine and was sentenced to a 20-month driving prohibition. Holmes Street is not a designated truck route, according to the City of New Westminster. Vehicles weighing more than 10,000 kilograms travelling through or in the city are required to travel on a designated truck route at designated times.

Deliveries to locations not along the truck route are permitted as long as drivers take the “closest and most direct route between the destination and closest truck route,” according to the city. Any other deviations must be pre-approved by the City of New Westminster’s engineering department. New Westminster Police have not said what the truck involved in Monday’s crash was doing on Holmes Street. The police investigation is ongoing.

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Touch the relic of a ‘cool saint’

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A NewWestminster church has acquired two pieces of St. Mother Teresa’s hair for viewing and veneration

New Westminster church is the place to be this holiday season for people looking for a reminder of “love and compassion in the midst of suffering and pain.” Holy Eucharist Cathedral has acquired two pieces of St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta’s hair, and will host a service today (Dec. 6) for people to view and venerate it. The hair was donated to the church earlier this year by Canadian priest Father Brian Kolodiejchuk, Mother Teresa’s former bodyguard and driver and the main promoter (postulator) of her case for sainthood, which was bestowed in 2016. Kolodiejchuk made the donation after a series of talks about Mother Teresa – a nun who dedicated her life to helping the poor in Calcutta – at Ukrainian Catholic churches in Victoria,Vancouver and Kelowna in January, Holy Eucharist parish priest Father Mykhailo Ozorovych told the Record. A permanent home for the hair has been established in New West because Holy Eucharist is the seat or “home base” of the bishop in charge of Ukrainian Catholic parishes in B.C. andYukon, Ozorovych said. As Mother Teresa’s postulator, Kolodiejchuk is the custodian of her relics and in charge of distributing them, Ozorovych explained. “When the process of canonization happens, at some point the body is actually exhumed,” he said. “At some point when (Mother Teresa’s) body was exhumed and moved and put in a special place for veneration, I presume that at that point they just took some of her hair to be venerated throughout the world.” Authentic relics are sealed in a case that is stamped with the postulator’s seal and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. To create a proper home for the hair, Holy Eucharist commissioned the production of a traditional icon of Mother Teresa and the carving of an oak frame and side altar. Both were the work of artists in Ukraine, Ozorovych said. “This icon is very special for the fact that it’s a Byzantine-type of icon,” he said of the image of the praying saint set against a goldleaf background. “It’s not like you would see in any western church. It’s typical to Byzantine-era Christendom.” The side altar will be the centre of a special service today (Dec. 6)

SAINTLY HAIR: This relic has been certified as containing Mother Teresa’s hair. People can view the relic at Holy Eucharist Cathedral. at 7 p.m., during which people will pray and touch the relic and be blessed by it, Ozorovych said. Veneration is a tradition that dates back to the beginnings of Christianity, he said, when churches were first built on the tombs of martyred believers. A relic, which can be a body part (first-class relic), an item once used or worn by a saint (secondclass relic) or even an item that has touched other relics (thirdclass relic), is a physical reminder of the saintly individual and their service to God and other people, according to Ozorovych. But veneration isn’t just symbolism, he said. “There is power in the relic itself, we believe, because that relic, that piece of body, whatever it may be, is a saint, so there is power in that, so it’s not just a nice gesture, but we actually believe in the power of the presence in those relics,” he said. “That’s why we so highly venerate them.” Ozorovych acknowledged that that perspective is not universal. “Other people can be disgusted by it,” he said. “There are cultures where dead people and death are something to be afraid of or something definitely not to ven-

erate, especially a piece of somebody’s dead body. … For us, death is beautiful. If you die with Christ, you will rise with Him. For us, that’s part of life and passage into eternal blessedness.” Anyone who feels like the veneration of Mother Teresa’s hair will give him or her “some good spiritual fruits,” however, is welcome to the service tonight. The first such service on Nov. 3, drew about 100 people, and Ozorovych estimated less than 10 per cent were Holy Eucharist members. “Most of those people were immigrants, especially from the Philippines, so that speaks to another reality of how our churches are composed here,” he said. “In the Vancouver area, a lot of them are immigrant families from more religious countries than Canada is right now. A lot of youth were there, too, because Mother Teresa is such a cool saint.” After the service today, Holy Eucharist will hold services centered around the relic on the first Thursday of every month. The relic can also be viewed anytime the church is open. Holy Eucharist Cathedral is at 501 Fourth Ave.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Monday, December 10

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Wednesday, December 12

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Sunday, December 16 11:00 am Santa Parade Columbia Street

Monday, December 17 No Council Meeting

December 18 – December 29

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Know your rights as a renter. Wednesday, December 5, 2018 7:00 – 9:00 pm Century House Spruce Room, 620 Eighth Street With all of the recent changes to the Residential Tenancy Act, it is important that you know your rights as a renter. The City of New Westminster and the Tenants Resource and Advisory Centre (TRAC) are hosting a FREE renters’ workshop. If you are a newcomer to New Westminster, are currently renting in New Westminster, or are considering renting in New Westminster, this workshop is for you. For more information, please contact Tristan Johnson, Planning Analyst, City of New Westminster, 604-515-3819, tjohnson@newwestcity.ca

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TREE BYLAW: WHAT IS A RESIDENT APPLICANT? A recent amendment to the Tree Bylaw (No. 7799) was the introduction of a new stream for Resident Applicants. Accommodations have been introduced for individuals that meet the deﬁnition of a Resident Applicant. What is a Resident Applicant? A Resident Applicant is a person who is both an owner and resident of a lot applies for a tree permit for the purpose of the following: • Removal of a hazardous tree • Constructing an addition or alteration to an existing home • Constructing an accessory building that is not a dwelling (e.g., a detached garage or workshop) What accommodations have been introduced for the permit securities and fees? • There is no longer a removal or application fee for hazardous trees. • An arborist report is no longer needed if there are less than three trees, no specimen trees, and it is deemed not necessary for the project. • The City arborist will waive the tree protection plan and inspect the tree protection barriers if the applicant pays the fees outlined. Stay tuned for more details! More comprehensive information can be found at: www.newwestcity.ca/trees

KOBO AURA ONE E-READERS Starting Tuesday, December 4, 2018, New Westminster Public Library is lending Kobo Aura ONE e-readers for your reading enjoyment. Our e-reader service is for everyone, each preloaded with a selection of 40 bestseller titles from a variety of genres: ﬁction, mystery, non-ﬁction, young adult, and children’s books. A major improvement with our new Kobo service is the ability for the Kobo Aura ONE to log onto Library2Go (Overdrive), one of our eBook collections, automatically. To take advantage of this service, you will need a New Westminster library card with borrowing privileges. They are available to borrow for three weeks with the possibility of renewal. For more information on our Kobo lending service, check out our website at nwpl.ca/Kobo or please visit the library in person. Email us at AskUs@nwpl.ca or call us at 604-527-4666.

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City TRANSPORTATION

New overpass coming to Stewardson Way Theresa McManus tmcmanus@newwestrecord.ca

Pedestrians will no longer have to risk their lives crossing Stewardson Way by this time next year. The federal and provincial governments announced today that construction of a new multi-use Stewardson Way pedestrian/cyclist overpass will soon get underway.The new $5.1-million overpass will be located east of the Queensborough Bridge, where there is no pedestrian crosswalk. Elmer Rudolph, president of the West End Residents’ Association, said an overpass is great news for residents on both sides of the street, who will have a safer and more convenient way to get to work, school and SkyTrain. Because there is no crosswalk in this area, he said residents have risked their lives to run across Stewardson Way. “They run across six or eight lanes of traffic in the morning.They do it on a

regular basis – I have seen them.They take their life in their hands.They have been running across there for 14 years. Luckily we have never had a fatality,” he said. “If it finally happens, we say hallelujah. It couldn’t come too soon.” Rudolph said the West End Residents’ Association lobbied city council for years and never felt the city was very interested in the project. “As far as we are concerned, it has been a long time coming,” he said. “We have been lobbying them since 2004.” Prior to upgrades at the north end of the Queensborough Bridge in 2004, Rudolph said a pedestrianactivated crosswalk was located at Sixth Avenue and Stewardson Way. “The ministry of highways said ‘we don’t want that anymore, that’s too disruptive to traffic’ so they took it out and ‘we will replace it with something,’” he said. “Well, they never did.” According to a press re-

SAFER PASSAGE: This artist’s rendering shows how the overpass will look. lease, the project is expected to get underway in January 2019 and be completed in the summer of 2019. “Pedestrians and cyclists have been frustrated with the absence of a safe crossing on this stretch of Stewardson Way,” Claire Trev-

ena, B.C.’s Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, said in a press release. “This project puts the safety of people first by separating pedestrians and cyclists from a busy street.” The overpass is being built through the Public

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Transit Infrastructure Fund, with the federal government providing 50 per cent of eligible costs, the provincial government providing 33 per cent and TransLink contributing 17 per cent. “The Government of Canada recognizes that hav-

ing accessible active transportation options is key to developing green inclusive communities,” FrançoisPhilippe Champagne, federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, said in the press release. “We are proud to have helped make this new overpass possible, which will provide a safer route for pedestrians and cyclists across some of the city’s busiest roads, and encourage people to stay active while moving around the city.” The overpass will improve access to Grimston Park, the 22nd Street transit exchange and the Millennium/Expo SkyTrain station. “I know how important this new overpass is for our city. People need to be able to safely cross this busy road on foot or on a bike,” said New Westminster MLA Judy Darcy. “I am so pleased that our government is able to deliver this crossing, so pedestrians, cyclists and drivers can get to their destination safely.”

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City supports free transit for youth Theresa McManus tmcmanus@newwestrecord.ca

New Westminster is on board with calls to make transit services free for minors so they’re not being penalized for being poor. Viveca Ellis of the B.C. Poverty Reduction Coalition appeared before council Monday night to urge the city to support the All on Board campaign. “All on Board is calling for free transit for children and youth zero to 18, and a sliding scale pass for other riders to ensure that our most vulnerable and marginalized citizens can access the transit system,” she said. “One of the main issues that has been brought forward is also addressed in the motion – the ticketing of youth. Right now in our TransLink system, we give out a $173 ticket to anybody.” Ellis said children as young as 11 are given tickets if they haven’t paid their transit fare. She said many people who are ticketed are homeless, at-risk or marginalized citizens, many who are trying to access services like food banks or go to job interviews. “What happens is they get dozens and dozens of tickets because they can’t afford to get on the bus. TransLink issues a $173 ticket

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no matter what,” she said. “What happens is these tickets build up and build up until they have thousands of dollars of what is commonly referred to, in the sector that serves vulnerable youth, as TransLink debt.” According to Ellis, many community agencies have programs that fund the paying of that TransLink debt, which means that instead of funding programs those charitable dollars are going to that debt so young people are able

to get their drivers’ licences and move forward in their lives. In addition to putting young people in unnecessary risk if they don’t have transportation, she said the fareevasion fines can have long-lasting and negative effects such as debt, damaged credit and inability to get a driver’s licence. Council approved a motion by Coun. Nadine Nakagawa to endorse the All on Board campaign and to ask TransLink to work with the provincial government regard-

ing funding and developing a plan that will provide free public transit for minors, aged zero to 18, and reduced price transit based on a sliding scale for all low-income people regardless of their demographic profile. Nakagawa said All on Board is a grassroots campaign supported by groups like the B.C. Poverty Reduction Coalition, the Single Mothers’ Alliance B.C. and Better Environmentally Sound Transportation. “This is really people with lived experience,” she said. “When people tell us their experiences and what they believe are the solutions, we need to believe that they know best about their lives.” The City of New Westminster will also write to the Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation and ask it to adopt a poverty reduction/equity mandate in order to address the current lack of affordability measures to ensure those who most need public transit can access the essential service. It will also ask TransLink to stop ticketing all minors for fare invasion and allow low-income adults to access community service or restorative justice services as an alternative to tickets issued for fare evasion.

West End eyed for townhouses A 22-unit townhouse development is being proposed in the West End. The city has received a rezoning and development permit application from a proponent hoping to build 22 two- and three-storey townhouses in four buildings at 1209 to 1217 Eighth Ave.The city’s land use and planning committee recommended staff continue to work with the applicant to refine the project’s design. A staff report says the site is located in the ground-oriented housing development permit area, which encourages small scale infill projects that are complementary to the existing single-detached dwellings.The sites, located on Eighth Avenue between 12th and 13th streets, are currently occupied by single-family homes. The proposed project includes a central courtyard and 25-off street parking spaces (22 for residents and three for visitors). As part of the application, the applicant must undertake a public consultation process that includes an open house, a presentation to the West End Residents’ Association, presentations to the city’s design panel and advisory planning commission and a public hearing.

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Opinion OUR VIEW

Troubling testimony at inquest into cop’s death

More than two years have passed since former RCMP commissioner Bob Paulson issued an open apology to all women who had served or were currently serving on the force. The apology was an admission that the RCMP had treated women as human garbage – firstly through rampant sexual harassment and abuse, and secondly through making their lives a living hell if they dared to report it. It’s a shame that hasn’t gone away just because the

force apologized. That’s because the true scope of the abuse is only now becoming known. As reported by the CBC recently, the RCMP expected about 1,000 claims as part of a massive $100-million settlement but instead has received more than 3,000 and has reportedly requested more money. Think about that. Our nation’s police force needs more than $100 million to pay its victims.That’s how terrible the problem was and likely still is.

So there’s that. Then there’s the recent accusations made during an inquest last week into the death of RCMP officer Pierre Lemaitre, who took his own life in 2013. Lemaitre served for a time as the media liaison officer at the Burnaby RCMP detachment, as well as a variety of other detachments in MetroVancouver and the FraserValley. But it was his time as a media liaison officer in 2007 that is being discussed at the inquest. Lemaitre handled

media duties right after the death of Polish visitor Robert Dziekanski atVancouver International Airport.The inquest heard testimony that Lemaitre was fed false information about the death of Dziekanski, including how many times he was hit with a Taser by officers. A former media strategist for the Mounties, Atoya Montague, testified that Lemaitre was “hung out to dry” by his superiors because they wouldn’t allow him to correct the false information.

The inquest has also heard testimony that Lemaitre was scapegoated and then shuffled around to other detachments as punishment. If it’s true, then it’s another black mark against the RCMP, which comes across as a diseased organization that punishes anyone who tries to effect positive change. What this leads to are some officers who, at the very least, have the morale sucked out of them or, at the very worst, end up traumatized.

This can’t help but lead to bad policing, not to mention more than $100 million of money that is being used to compensate female officers instead of being spent on making our communities safer. It sounds so obvious, but we have to say it: as many of these terrible superior officers as possible need to be rooted out and fired. The entire organization needs to be shaken up. Our faith in our nation’s police force must be restored.

MY VIEW CHRIS CAMPBELL

RCH sets a national mark for its NICU When I first took over the job of editor of the New Westminster Record, a tour of Royal Columbian Hospital was near the top of my list of things to do. In particular, I wanted to see RCH’s neonatal intensive care unit, also known as the NICU. My daughter was born at Ridge Meadows Hospital and she ended up getting pretty sick after the birth. At one point, I was told she could end up at RCH’s NICU because it was the best. That’s always stuck with me. Recently, the NICU’s rep got even more praise as the 2017 Canadian Neonatal Network annual report ranked it No. 1 in the country for having the lowest neonatal mortality rate. The unit has a rate of 99.5 per cent of babies in care surviving. That’s amazing and in no way surprising. The report is based on data from 31 Canadian tertiary level NICU units, including detailed outcome data on 15,798 eligible babies – of which 1,674 were born extremely premature at less than 29 weeks gestation. “Babies born at Royal Columbian not only survive as nowhere else in Canada, but they also survive with proportionally low rates of morbidities and significant complications due to prematurity,” said a Fraser Health news release. “These remarkable achievements are a result of multidisciplinary cooperation, with contributions from frontline providers of peri-

natal-neonatal care such as nurses, respiratory therapists, doctors (neonatologists, obstetricians, anesthesiologists, family docs, pediatricians, other specialists and sub-specialists contributing to the care), midwives, allied professionals and many others, who provide logistical and administrative support to make the program so successful.” RCH is one of the four hospitals in B.C. (besides BC Women’s Hospital,Victoria General Hospital and Surrey Memorial Hospital), providing tertiary level services for extremely premature and sick newborns and is the only hospital in the province able to support very sick pregnant women with certain complex obstetrical and medical conditions, due to available highly specialized adult services, and the existence of the advanced NICU for babies, under the same roof, according to Fraser Health. For nearly 20 years, the perinatal program at RCH has been consistently ranked top in the country for lowest mortality results and best outcomes for premature babies, some born with a birth weight of less than 500 grams, or around one pound. And things are about to get even better as the staff are set to move the perinatal program into the new acute care tower being planned for Phase 2 of a redevelopment that’s expected to be completed in the next four to five years. Follow Record editor Chris Campbell onTwitter and Instagram @shinebox44

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12th Street businesses can’t afford more lights Editor: Re: City needs to add more Christmas lights on 12th, Record, Nov. 29 I hear your frustration and feelings of inequality regarding the street displays throughout the city. As a merchant on 12th Street and one in New Westminster for now 50 years, I was delighted a few years back when the president of our merchants association approached the City of New Westminster about this exact issue. We were told by the city that if we purchased the materials, the city would apply and remove the lights and store them each year at their expense. I enjoy the light displays and decorations that the Columbia and Sixth Street have each year, but B. Kendall, you have to understand that the merchants on 12th Street are sole-proprietor small businesses and small mom-and-pop stores. We are not privileged to the deep corporate donations and sponsorship that the other streets might get to experience. We will continue to decorate our individual stores to make the street look as festive as possible and will always hope for that Christmas miracle that someone might have a generous heart. In the meantime, even these “pathetic string of lights” are a small victory for us that the rest of the city hasn’t forgotten us completely, now that we are not able to have the 12th Street Music Festival. Lisa Mysynuk, owner/operator Tiffany’s Grooming Salon, New Westminster

Reward lower usage Editor: Re: New Westminster approves hikes to utilities for 2019 – and ponders change to electric utility rates, NOW online, Nov. 21 In light of proposed four-per-cent increases to our electricity rates in New West, now would be a good time to take an open and transparent look at how (New Westminster Utility Commission) operates. I appreciate the advantages of having our own utility but have concerns around pricing and surpluses that need to be addressed. It appears under our current pricing system users who are significantly above the average residential use of 900KWH/month actually pay less in New West than they would if charged by BC Hydro. Rewarding high usage is contrary to achieving our conservation goals. According to a well-known local blog, (there is a surplus) after operating and capital costs are deducted – a significant portion then goes into the city’s general revenue to offset property taxes and services. I would rather see that money go into a separate fund to achieve two goals. First, rebates to low-income families and seniors living on fixed incomes who are hurt the most by these increases. Secondly, environmental initiatives to reduce GHG emissions in support of the city’s new environmental strategy. If asked what I would give up to achieve this, higher property taxes or service reductions, I would reply neither. Greater emphasis on cost reduction at the city, I believe, is quite capable of replacing the surplus revenue. Andrew Murray, New Westminster

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2019 SCHEDULE OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS

The City of New Westminster has a streaming video service** to make regular meetings, public hearings, open council workshops and some special meetings accessible through the City’s website at: www.newwestcity.ca/city_hall/council_agendas_meetings/council-meeting-agendas-reports-minutes

12:00pm • Council Chamber Open Council Workshop (Open Wkshp)

2:00pm • Council Chamber

6:00pm • Council Chamber

Regular Council - Closed Session (Closed)

Regular Council - Regular Session (Regular)

Public Hearing (PH) and Opportunity to be Heard

JANUARY

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14 Closed Regular

21 No Meeting

FEBRUARY

4 Closed Regular

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18 No Meeting Family Day

MARCH

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11 Closed Regular

18 No Meeting Spring Break

APRIL

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8 Closed Regular

15 No Meeting

22 No Meeting Easter

MAY

6 Closed Regular

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20 No Meeting Victoria Day

3 No Meeting FCM

10 Closed Regular

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JUNE

NOTES: • An Open Council Workshop (“Open Wkshp”) will be held on days when a Public Hearing is also scheduled. It is open to the Public and will begin at 12:00 pm. • A Regular Council - Closed Session (“Closed”) meeting is one at which a resolution to close the meeting to the public will be considered. The meeting will begin at 2:00 pm.

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NEW WESTMINSTER PUBLIC AUCTION By virtue of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act, the City of New Westminster Towing and Storage Service will dispose of the following vehicles, by public auction, to recover the towing, storage, legal and other costs associated with the disposal of each vehicle. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2003 Pontiac Grand Am 2006 Ford Mustang 2002 Pontiac Sunbird 1989 Toyota Camry 2018 Dodge Ram 1986 Toyota Corolla 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier 2003 Pontiac Grand Am 2003 Pontiac Montana 2007 Dodge Calibre 1998 Ford F150 1992 Larson Boat And Trailer 2002 Toyota Echo 1998 Toyota Camry 2015 Dodge Ram 1500 2007 Hyundai Elantra 2001 Honda Accord

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The public auction will be conducted on Saturday, January 12, 2019, at 10:30 am at the City Of New Westminster Towing & Storage compound, 231 Ewen Ave, New Westminster, BC V3M 5B3 (604-519-1026). Auction conducted by All City Auctioneers Ltd (604-514-0194).

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Business

Longtime businessman is calling it a career Ron Cox, who owns Around the World Maps and Flags, is closing up shop at the end of this year Theresa McManus

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Ron Cox has connected with folks from far and wide during his four decades of doing business in downtown New Westminster. Cox, the owner of Around the World Maps and Flags on Columbia Street, is retiring and closing shop at 667 Columbia St. on Dec. 31. “I would say I was lucky because I was able to carry on a business for so long,” he said. “A lot of people come in and they move out. The landlords were always good to me.” Born on the Caribbean island of Saint Vincent in 1936, Cox moved to England in 1960 in search of a better life. It was there that he trained as a printer – a trade that would serve him well after moving to Canada in 1972. After working for a printing company, Cox started a business out of his basement and then opened BK Printers and Stationery on Sixth Street in 1976. He’s done business in downtown New West ever since, adapting his business’s offerings at different times to stay relevant and to adapt to changing technology, incorporating retail components into the business, such as stationery, maps and flags. “I started branching off into the maps,” he said. “I thought I saw a need for that kind of thing. I was willing to try it out.” Through the decades, Cox moved to a few different locations in downtown

New West and ultimately renamed his business Around the World Maps and Flags to reflect the changing nature of his work. Cox credits his kids for allowing him to remain in business for as long as he has – by supporting him and putting up with crazy hours. “It was sometimes almost around the clock,” said Cox, 82. “That’s been a very bad habit of mine.” When Cox moved from Sixth Street to his first location on Columbia Street in 1980, the street that was once known as the Golden Mile, was losing a bit of its luster. “A lot of businesses were moving out.There was a large amount of vacancies,” he recalled. “No one was moving in, except this madman Ron Cox.” In the 1990s drug dealing and nuisance activities were big concerns for downtown merchants. It was during that era that two memorable incidents occurred at Cox business – one that sent him to the hospital for stitches and left him with a permanent scar on his arm. Cox was working in the rear of the business, then located at 708 Columbia St., when two men entered the premises. “These two guys dashed in with a knife.They put it to my chest,” he said. “I decided to do a dash for it. In the process of that, I got cut. One had a hammer and the other had a knife.Very, very scary. I decided to run for it.They took money from the till.They ran out.They

ON HIS WAY: After doing business in downtown New West for 42 years, Ron Cox will work his last day on Dec. 31 and is hoping some of the customers he’s met through the years will drop by to say hello – and take advantage of the 50 per cent off sale at Around the World Maps and Flags. PHOTO JENNIFER GAUTHIER

jumped in the car and took off.” On another occasion, Cox was called to work after would-be thieves broke into the building through the roof and tried to steal a large, heavy safe by taking it down the stairs to leave via an exit in the basement. The would-be thieves left empty-handed because they couldn’t get the safe out of the building – or open it before fleeing the scene. “They were bringing it down the wooden stairs. It was so heavy it smashed the old stairs down,” he smiled. “They couldn’t get it out.” Developing a camaraderie with customers is a big

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A lot of businesses were moving out. … No one was moving in, except this madman Ron Cox. part of what makes Cox tick – and has been critical to his business’s longevity. “Service. By serving them well – that’s how you make it. In any kind of business that is how you make it,” he said. “I am doing what I love best. I am satisfying my customers.That is what caused my business to grow and survive. I had very dedicated customers, especially with the printing. I had peo-

ple who kept me alive.” Through the years Cox has been very involved in the Caribbean steel band community in Metro Vancouver.Whether he was in the shop or at a gig playing drums, saxophone or singing with his bands, Cox has a natural way of connecting with people. “He connected with all the people as long as they were willing to connect,”

said son Ray. “That is not how business is done these days. It’s just a transaction now, whereas before it was that connection for the person.” Having recently undergone 28 radiation treatments for cancer – and working throughout his treatment – Cox is now preparing to transition into the next phase of his life – retirement.While he’ll miss the work, the New West resident is looking forward to spending more time with his three kids and 10 grandchildren.

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A closer look at the new child-care funding program

School district is looking for money for new child-care spaces Cayley Dobie

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Finding adequate child care is a challenge for many parents, but the New Westminster school district wants to make things a little easier by creating at least 100 new child-care spaces in the coming years. In June, district staff presented the previous board with a report that looked at the feasibility of creating new spaces on school sites. The report indicated there was immense pressure on the child-care spaces currently offered at schools in partnership with non-profit operators.Waiting two to three years for a spot was common, according to the report. In an attempt to remove some of this pressure, the New Westminster school district intends to apply for money from the Ministry of Children and Family De-

velopment’s new child-care spaces funding program. The goal is to create at least 24 new three-tofive spaces and 20 new school-age spaces at Richard McBride Elementary; 20 school-age spaces at Queensborough Middle School; and 12 infant-toddler spaces and 24 three-tofive spaces at Queen Elizabeth Elementary. With a new $22.6 million Richard McBride expected to open in 2021, the district wants the new child-care spaces built into the school. The district has also asked the Ministry of Education to fund a 12-classroom expansion at Queen Elizabeth, currently the number 1 priority on the district’s five-year capital plan, so it’s likely the proposed new child-care spaces would also be built into the expansion project, according to district superintendent Karim Hachlaf.

But if the district receives the child-care spaces funding from the province, it would have to commit to keeping these spaces open for no less than 15 years, according to Hachlaf.

The key here is to ensure this does not compromise our K-to-12 enrolment

He’s concerned about what would happened if, 10 years down the road, the district needed to use space for classrooms at McBride and Queen Elizabeth elementary schools. “The key here is to ensure this does not compro-

mise our K-to-12 enrolment,” he said. Right now staff are working out the details in consultation with the City of New Westminster and the Ministry of Children and Family Development to determine how best to proceed with the McBride proposal. The Queen Elizabeth Elementary child-care spaces proposal will hinge on how things go at McBride. At Queensborough Middle School, staff have already begun the cost analysis for its proposal.The new spaces would include two portables, with washrooms, for before-and-after-school care for an estimated 40 kids, according to Hachlaf. “(This) would need the school district to apply for the maximum amount of the ministry’s new childcare spaces funding of $1 million,” Hachlaf told trustees at a meeting in November.

So how does the new child-care funding work. Here’s a closer look at the Childcare BC new spaces fund:

WHAT IS IT?

Last year, the Ministry of Children and Family Development announced it was making $33 million available for new child-care spaces across the province of British Columbia.

HOW IS THE MONEY BEING ALLOCATED?

Funding is available in three categories: up to $1 million per facility for publicsector partnerships with non-profit child-care providers; up to $500,000 for nonprofit child-care providers, child development centres and public bodies including school boards, Indigenous organizations/bands or tribal councils and First Nations governments; and up to $250,000 for private child-care providers.

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WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?

Funding is given out based on a set of priorities, including to those that provide new licensed infant-toddler spaces; serve vulnerable and underserved communities; are part of a public-sector partnership with non-profit child-care providers; and can offer child-care services outside core business hours, according to the ministry.

WHEN IS THE DEADLINE?

There is no deadline. Applicants can submit their applications when ready and the funding will be doled out based on availability throughout the fiscal year. For more information go to tinyurl.com/NewChild CareSpaces. Source: Ministry of Children and Family Development

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City endorses reconciliation report Theresa McManus tmcmanus@newwestrecord.ca

The City of New Westminster wants to pick up the pace on tackling truth and reconciliation. On Monday, council endorsed the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 2015 report, Honouring the Truth, as well as the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 “calls to action” and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. The city will use the declaration as a framework for truth and reconciliation. New West resident Brendan Vance, a member of Force of Nature Alliance’s New Westminster community action team, urged the city to move forward with reconciliation. “Force of Nature is a strong supporter of meaningful actions towards reconciliation,” he said. “We recognize the UN’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.We support the TRC’s 94 calls to

action and, since 16 of these 94 items pertain to local government, we believe that the city of New West must now answer the call. It is a matter of human rights, it is a matter of restorative justice, it is a matter of public health and it is our duty as Canadians and as citizens of the world.” Last November, council approved a motion that the city make a commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s calls to action, particularly those that apply to municipal government responsibilities, and to find ways to name and rename civic assets that reflect reconciliation, acknowledge the unceded territory of the Qayqayt First Nation and Coast Salish people and demonstrate diversity and inclusivity. That came after several community members appeared before council in April 2017 to ask the city to meet its responsibilities regarding reconciliation. “This is an issue I feel strongly about. I want to see the city move on it,”

Moving forward: Community members, from left, Babs Kelly, Hayley Sinclair, Dave Seaweed and Nadine Nakagawa, have encouraged the City of New Westminster to move forward on Truth and Reconciliation. Nakagawa, now a city councillor, put forward a motion to endorse the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s report that was endorsed by council Monday night. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

said Coun. Nadine Nakagawa, who was a member of the delegation. “I think it’s a balance between making concrete commitments of what that means and actioning them, but also strongly indicating that we do endorse these actions.” Nakagawa said the motion she put forward to

council Monday night doesn’t stand in the way of the city making a plan to implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s calls to action but provides a “strong statement” on the city’s commitment to that process. “What I am hoping is that this kind of motion will

move us forward a little bit faster than we have been,” said Coun. Mary Trentadue. “I know there is a lot of work to be done behind the scenes but I think in the next year I would like to see the city come back with some very concrete plans and processes that take us through this.”

B.C.’s natural gas supply may be limited this winter

Reduce your use Due to the rupture of the Enbridge-owned natural gas transmission pipeline earlier this fall, B.C.’s natural gas supply will be restricted this winter. Although Enbridge has repaired their pipeline, it is operating at a limited capacity, meaning B.C.’s natural gas system may be challenged during times of peak demand this winter. Where possible, reduce your use by: • lowering the thermostat to 18 to 20 °C when home and awake and 17 °C when away or asleep • shortening showers by two minutes • washing laundry in cold water Every amount you save helps ensure we have the natural gas to keep all homes warm and businesses working. fortisbc.com/reduceyouruse

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Attention all non-profits: tell us about yourselves The Record is once again aiming to help connect citizens to local groups that help make a better city. Since 1996, the Record has published an annual Guide to Giving to inform community members about the needs of various non-profit groups in New Westminster – at Christmas and beyond. It’s hoped the guide helps connect local residents to groups needing donations of cash or specific items or volunteers. The guide will run in a December issue of the Record. Non-profits wanting to be included in this year’s Guide to Giving should provide a short overview of their organization, the items on their wish list and contact information to the Record by 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 10. Send them to reporter Theresa McManus at tmc manus@newwestrecord.ca or call 604-444-3003.

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Arts & Entertainment

Fairytale romp offers family fun for holidays The Vagabond Players are getting into the holiday spirit with a new musical romp for Christmas. Little Red Riding Hood is onstage at the Bernie Legge Theatre from Dec. 7 to 30, and Vagabond Players are promising a production that all ages can enjoy. Sarra Barinbaum stars as Little Red Riding Hood, and Jean-Francois Thivierge is the Big Bad Wolf who’s determined to make her his dinner. Roger Monk once again provides a hilarious pantomime dame as he takes on the role of Grandma, and Mike Parker adds to the fun as Tristan, the Ogre. Denise Brookson, Isabel Garcia and Anisha Thivierge provide charm and magic as assorted fairies, and the cast is rounded out by Jon MacIntyre as the Gnome, Anna Catterall as Beau Peep, Faith Hurd as the Prince, Kelsey Robertson as the Hunter and Janessa Thivierge as Cinderella.

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Into the woods: Sarra Barinbaum and Isabel Garcia in the Vagabond Players’ Little Red Riding Hood, running Dec. 7 to 30 at Bernie Legge Theatre. PHOTO CRAIG PREMACK, CONTRIBUTED

“Sumptuous sets, gorgeous costumes, a little magic and lots of audience participation to keep your family laughing and singing throughout the holiday season,” a press release promises. Little Red Riding Hood is onstage Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday matinees at

2 p.m.Tickets are $17 regular, or $15 for seniors and youth, with $12 previews on Dec. 7 (evening) and Dec. 8 (matinee). The Bernie Legge Theatre is in Queen’s Park. See www.vagabondplayers.ca for details and tickets, or call 604-521-0412 to reserve.

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Holiday shopping at River Market

t’s a world of its own, right on the Fraser River, with eclectic shops and popular eateries all collected under one roof.

River Market in New Westminster consists of two levels of stores, schools and places to get a meal or a snack. Shoppers can avoid the hustle and bustle of a shopping centre and take their time, stopping for a coffee at Tre Galli Gelato Caffé, tea from the Great Wall Tea Co., or bubble tea from Ninja Bubble Tea.

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Or for those looking to sit and stay awhile, and grab a bite, there is Pamola Bakery and Deli, Longtail Kitchen and Freebird, Re-up BBQ, Wild Rice Market Bistro, and the Paddlewheeler Pub. Avoiding the crowds and the rush of running through a mall comes with its own rewards. The shops at River Market offer up inventive, sometimes surprising gift options, from Jolene’s Natural Soap to Mid-Century Modern Home. Rivers Market interior Lots of space to sit and relax

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offerings, such as Pottery Works, Cosy Yarns, and The Wylde Wood Collective. For sweet gifts there is Origins Chocolate Bar and for plants and flowers, there is Bunches and Blooms. And to make your own holiday cards, there is Craft Café. After shopping for cards and gifts for family and friends, there is Donald’s Market, where you can get some grocery shopping done as well. River Market is easily accessible from the Expo SkyTrain line, and there is a bus loop right beneath New Westminster SkyTrain station. There is also some parking at the station. While parking at River Market can be a challenge during construction in the area, the New Westminster SkyTrain station is just a hop, skip, and a jump away. It is one block south of the station, up a flight of stairs, and across the overpass walkway. For easy, stress-free shopping, River Market is the place to be.

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here is nothing better than chocolate during the holidays – a brief indulgence in the midst of the busy season, a moment to yourself, or shared with a friend or loved one.

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Purdy’s has a range of gift options, from Happy Holidays Bars to boxes of chocolates. And to start it all off they have the Let it Snow Advent Calendar, a fun way to count down. The advent calendar contains 100 per cent sustainable milk chocolate Santas and snowmen, carrying kids of all ages through to Christmas Eve. For those people who may be struggling with the stress of the holidays, there is the Survive the Season Chocolate Survival Kit. It contains a variety of chocolate bars – a Coffee Break Bar, Peanut Butter Bar and Chocolate Chewie Bar – as well as Sweet Georgia Browns and Hedgehogs.

Women who love Purdy’s hedgehog chocolates above all others will be glad to get a pair of hedgehog socks. And even if their favourite chocolate is something else, the socks will be a hit with anyone who appreciates the adorable spiny mammal. This gift is best paired with a box of hedgehogs to truly delight the recipient. And for someone who appreciates a lovely, simple box of chocolates at this time of year, there is the Holiday Tree Gift Box. The elegant red box decorated with gold will stand out under the tree, and contains a variety of Purdy’s most scrumptious chocolates inside. There are pairs of Peanut Butter Daisies, Gingerbread, Pecan Caramels, Mini Hedgehogs, Salted Hazelnut Flakes, Pumpkin Caramels, Butterscotch Fudgies, dark chocolate Himalayan Pink Salt Caramels, milk chocolate Himalayan Pink Salt Caramels, Snowballs and Pumpkin Truffles. Whatever the special occasion this holiday season, Purdy’s has a delectable gift that is sure to be a hit.

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SHOPS AT NEW WEST • NEW WESTMINSTER •

Plenty of services at Shops at New West this season

etting in shape is always better with a friend, and Dynamic Health and Fitness at Shops at New West is offering a great opportunity for those looking to help a friend or family member get healthy over the holidays.

The fitness centre has a two can join for one deal, with 50 per cent off enrolment fees when two people join Dynamic together. They’re also holding their annual Christmas Food andToy Drive for Monarch PlaceTransition House, for women and children fleeing abuse. There is a shopping cart inside the club to collect donations. As of Dec. 1, those who bring in a toy or nonperishable food item will get a five day buddy pass to try out the club.

There are many other services that make for useful gifts at Shops at New West. For those who want to find other ways to look after friends and family over the Christmas season, Limina Wellness Spa offers gift cards and spa treatments, including Teen Spa and packages for moms-to-be. Another helpful gift involves technology – setting a loved one up with a laptop or desktop computer from New West Laptops. They also do repairs, so if there are any issues in the future the recipient of your gift can get it fixed. It’s the time of year for parties and photos, For those who need a new look for the holidays, there’s HD Douglas Barber and Styling Salon at Shops at New West. A new haircut is the perfect gift to oneself

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before the office Christmas party or other seasonal gatherings.You can also get your footwear repaired and ready for the dance floor before NewYear’s Eve at Sky Shoes and Repair. Tis the season for sweets and treats, and that means a visit to the dentist is not long behind. New West Station Dental will help you preserve your smile for all the seasons to come. And finally, Christmas spending means a visit to the bank, often more than once. CIBC and RBC Royal Bank at Shops at New West offer many financial services and can help with any of your banking needs.There are services of every kind to help make holiday shopping easier at Shops at New West.

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UPTOWN • NEW WESTMINSTER •

Finding Harmony this holiday season

Reiki, a type of energy healing, that had the most effect on her and connected her with the local metaphysical community, as she started associating with metaphysical healers.

It is the perfect place to find holiday gifts for the metaphysically minded people on your list this year.

The store showcases local art on the walls, and silver jewelry comes from local artisans, as well.The owner believes it’s important to support local artists as much as possible.

ucked in at 616 Sixth St., amid the shops and restaurants of Uptown, is Harmony Gold and Gifts. The shop contains everything from crystals to jewelry to tarot cards, and offers psychic readings.

The shop moved to its current location in Uptown a year and a half ago, after initially opening at New Westminster Quay. The owner, Kim McIlveen, was drawn to similar stores when she was younger, and enjoyed reading inspirational books and working with crystals. She also found psychic readings were helpful and provided guidance. However, it was

The silver jewelry is very popular, as are the crystal bracelets. Both make ideal gifts for anyone you might be shopping for this season. The shop carries a wide variety of crystals, books, smudge sticks and bundles, incense and candles as well. Along with the items in the shop, they also offer Reiki treatments,

as well as classes on Reiki, palm and tarot readings, and a variety of workshops. For those of a metaphysical bent, Harmony is the right spot to pick up stocking stuffers such as crystals and candles, or larger items, like the Himalayan Rock Salt Lamps. Harmony is the ideal shop for people who are interested in spiritual items and teachings, those exploring different belief systems, and those who are simply open to different perspectives. The store provides a welcome space to browse, shop or get a reading.

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D O W N TO W N • NEW WESTMINSTER •

Winter Celebrations downtown at the Anvil Centre

his holiday season, Anvil Centre presents Winter Celebrations! Step into a magical winter wonderland as the venue is filled with a cornucopia of entertainment for everyone – from choirs, art installations, music and crafts to a hip-hop dance party and a wintry labyrinth to enjoy. This is also a celebration of the New Westminster’s impressive talent as the city has evolved into a hub of professional artists, musicians and performers.

The 11-day winter season celebration has something to enjoy and experience every day. From 1 – 5pm every day enjoy the transformation of the main floor of the Anvil Centre with a winter labyrinth that guides you back and forth across the circular form

through a series of curves, ending at the labyrinths’ heart–a truly magical experience. The Winter Celebration kicks off with Winter’s Lights Singalong on Dec. 18th at 7pm.To say there is something for everyone is not an exaggeration – here are a few highlights: An Indigenous Circle – Storytelling & Tea, a sharing of uplifting Coast Salish cultural practices; Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol” presented by New Westminster’s professional actors, featuring Russell Roberts as Scrooge, directed by Colleen Winton. The Interactive Magic of Travis Bernhardt – an interactive comedy and magic show for the whole family. The Return of Light Concert which has

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Community members are mourning the death of a woman credited for improving the lives of many local families and children. Marjorie Staal was the executive director of New Westminster Family Place for more than two decades. Staal, 71, passed away suddenly on Nov. 25 at the age of 71. “We are so sad to hear about Marjorie’s death. She leaves a legacy here at Family Place and in our community.We have heard numerous stories from our families about her impact – her deep listening is something spoken of to this day,” said a statement from Family Place. “She was part of the steering committee that founded Family Place, and as the second executive director she was tireless in advocating for the services of Family Place and the fami-

lies we serve. Family Place grew from a borrowed space at the public health unit to our current six-site community institution today.” Staal served as executive director of New Westminster Family Place from 1991 until her retirement in April 2017. For more than two decades, she was the face of the non-profit that provides free drop-ins for kids, parent education programs, support groups and early literacy programs. Following her retirement from New Westminster Family Place, Staal got involved in a number of different groups, including the Group of Five and Friends Benevolent Society, which raises funds for equipment and services at Royal Columbian Hospital. “She was one of the people in New Westminster who did so much to improve the life of everyone in New Westminster who use the services. She saw a need

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Connect to Charities Get to know the not-for-profit organizations in our community

t this time of the year as we prepare to celebrate the holiday season and enjoy the comfort of family and friends, it’s a ﬁtting time to consider those in our community who may not have the support that many of us often take for granted.

While good causes are in every country around the world, there are some excellent organizations right here in New Westminster doing great work. Giving is a personal choice, sometimes guided by personal experience, sometimes by what we learn from others. What we hope to do in the following pages is to introduce you to just some local causes – their priorities and some of their successes. I can assure you that each organization or group provides very dedicated and much needed resources and support in our community. Our hope is that this will help you and your family select a cause that resonates with you and we encourage you to offer your assistance, participation and if you are able, a donation. Whether you give your time and energy or a few dollars, even the smallest contribution makes a difference and any act of giving is always greatly appreciated. Let’s make a difference this holiday season and do our part to give back to the community.

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get to know the not-for-profit organizations in our community

Fraser River Discovery Centre Society 788 QUAYSIDE DRIVE, NEW WESTMINSTER

Our Focus

The Fraser River Discovery Centre (FRDC) is a non-proﬁt interpretive centre dedicated to telling the stories – past, present and future – of the living, working Fraser River. We do so at our 17,000 square foot facility on the waterfront through a mix of exhibits, RiverSchool education programs, engagement activities and events like RiverFest. We take a triple bottom line approach to everything we do to ensure people understand the balance between the environmental, socio-cultural and economic uses of the Fraser River.

Our Goals

As the Voice of the Fraser, we work to connect communities in the discovery and celebration of the living, working Fraser River.

Our Goals

As the Voice of the Fraser, we work to connect communities in the discovery and celebration of the living, working Fraser River.

Our Work in the Community Student education is central to what we do at the FRDC. Last year, almost 3500 students from 140 schools went through our RiverSchool programs, all of which are linked directly to the BC education curriculum. By the end of the end of 2018, almost 19,000 students from more than 450 schools will have been to RiverSchool since we started offering programs in 2009. Engaging and educating the public about the mighty Fraser River is also a priority, and this past year almost 400 people attended our three main programs. Faces of the Fraser featured stories by historian Archie Macdonald, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority’s Tom Corsie, environmental artist Tracie Stewart and Pier Park landscape architect Bruce Hemstock. Our Fraser River Dialogues involved conversations on such diverse topics as Flood Management, Land Use and Liquified Natural Gas (LNG). And our new BioDiversity Speaker Series included “walks and talks” with university professors on fish and invertebrates (at Surrey Bend Regional Park), plants and mosses (at Pacific Spirit Park) and migratory birds (at the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary). Finally, we also celebrate the Fraser River through community events. This year’s Fraser River Hall of Fame saw the induction of Dr. Brian Riddell, CEO of the Pacific Salmon Foundation, in recognition of his lifetime commitment to the wild Pacific salmon that use the Fraser River. That was followed by RiverFest in late September to celebrate BC and World Rivers Day. Together, those two events attracted over 5000 people.

Upcoming Events The Fraser River can’t ask for money…so we have to! That’s why the FRDC closes out each year with our Giving Circle campaign, during which anyone to make a donation to support our work. There are different levels of “giving” to meet the needs and interests of everyone, each with its own focus and recognition opportunities. All donations go directly towards supporting the work of the FRDC, and contributions of $25 or more qualify for a charitable tax receipt.

How To Get Involved

telephone: 604 521 8401 email:

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We’ve made it easy to donate to the FRDC – you can do it online using PayPal or your credit card at www.fraserriverdiscovery.org/ GivingCircle. As a non-proﬁt with no core funding, we rely on the results of our Giving Circle campaign to keep doing what we do…so please help us help the Fraser River!

with Charitable Organizations

Last Door Recovery Centre 323 8TH STREET, NEW WESTMINSTER

Our Focus

Last Door Recovery Society is a non-proﬁt, charity providing residential addiction recovery services for individuals and families in New Westminster for 35 years. Last Door programs are licensed and accredited and serve male youths 14 to 18 years and adult males 19 and over. Last Door offers value added programs for families including weekly Parents Groups, Partner Groups, Co-Parenting Groups and a quarterly Weekend Retreat. Treatment services encompass alcohol and drugs, mental health, video gaming and nicotine addiction.

Our People

Last Door has 32 staff, 12 Directors and hundreds of stakeholders who together support clients and volunteer at our community events e.g. Recovery Day BC and Recovery Capital Conference

Our Goals

Last Door programs help individuals and families recover from addiction by supporting a recovery peer oriented community that promotes healthy communities, saves lives and reduces addiction related social costs.

telephone: 604 525 9771 email: community@lastdoor.org internet: www.lastdoor.org

Our Work in the Community

It’s our 35th Anniversary in 2019, celebrate with us. When we help people recover from addiction, the community wins. Did you know that New Westminster is known as the “Recovery Capital of Canada”? As a key stakeholder in the city, Last Door is PROUD to participate in local events; from setting up kid zones with free face painters, to setting up outreach booths to answer questions from the public about addiction recovery. Last Door organizes hundreds of volunteer hours for the Hyack Festival, Uptown Live, City of New Westminster Bike Races, and the Sapperton Festival; ensuring our city events run smoothly. Last Door was also instrumental in bringing the Recovery Day BC festival to New Westminster, with record crowds each year, we are pleased to be part of the 2019 festival. Recovery Day in New Westminster has become Canada’s largest celebration of Recovery from addiction and mental health issues. Another highlight of the year was Last Door’s hosting of the 2nd annual sold-out Recovery Capital Conference of Canada held at the Anvil Centre. Forty international experts and over 600 delegates gathered to discuss Recovery Capital. During the current overdose crisis, the conference inspired hope on the situation.

Upcoming events

Last Door’s treatment programs are complemented by our annual community engagement initiatives that include clients and their families, plus the community at large. Stay tuned to facebook. com/LastDoor for announcements of community events, save these dates: May 25th, 35th Anniversary Celebration at the Anvil Centre, July 13th Family Fun Day, September 5th & 6th Recovery Capital Conference, September 7th Recovery Day BC

How to Get Involved

Want to be part of the fun? Interested in inspiring people with hope? Recovery saves lives, restores families and saves health care dollars. Email community@lastdoor.org or call 1-888-525-9771 to get involved. Donating to Last Door is easy and affordable, you can mail a cheque or donate online at www.lastdoor.org/Donate

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get to know the not-for-profit organizations in our community

Fraserside Community Services Society

Lower Mainland Purpose Society

330-550 SIXTH STREET, NEW WESTMINSTER

40 BEGBIE STREET, NEW WESTMINSTER

Our Focus

Fraserside Community Services Fraserside provides multiple Society provides multiple services, social services so we can meet so we can meet the greatest the greatest needs of vulnerable needs of vulnerable individuals individuals in New Westminster living in New Westminster and and neighbouring communities. neighbouring communities. We support people needing We support people needing housing, seeking work, living with housing, seeking work, living with developmental disabilities, mental developmental disabilities, those health or substance use issues, with low mental health and substance and income. abuse issues and and In 2017-2018, weindividuals served 1,848 families the withmajority low income. people, of which identify as female and an ethnicity that is not Canadian, reside in Fraserside’s vision is to create New Westminster, speak a first communities of belonging where language that is not English, and the diversity of all people is are single, separated, divorced welcome. Our strategic directions or widowed. These people come help us accomplish this. Our first to Fraserside for many reasons, three directions are rooted in the but no matter what service they communities receive, they we areserve: welcomed, safe and respected. • People belong when they have a home. Of the 353 housing-related goals set by persons we serve last year, 95% were achieved. These goals included maintaining housing for six months and finding There is no better time than independent housing. the holiday season to make •a People belongtowhen they contribution Fraserside. can make donations a contribution. Personal can be In partnership Fraser made throughwith our the website, Works Co-op, 456 individual www.fraserside.bc.ca, or through employment-related goals were the mail. Consider volunteering identified and setour out.team Last as year with us, joining an we helped the persons we servethat employee, or hiring a person attain 84%through of theseour goals. we serve Supported Employment program. Visitare our • People belong when they website to read our in a relationship with2017-2018 each other annual report, or us on and participate in afollow community. social media to help us create Of the 1,515 relationship and communities of belonging online. community participation goals determined by those we serve, 84% were accomplished.

Our Goals

How to Become Involved

telephone: 604 522 3722 email: info@fraserside.bc.ca internet: www.fraserside.bc.ca facebook: /Fraserside twitter: @Fraserside

Goalsin the Community Our Work Our vision is to create communities of belonging where the Housing: diversity all people is welcome. To so help us accomplish this, we We offer aofvariety of housing options people have a home. focus our work withemergency five strategic directions, three of whichand are We provide a family shelter for parents, women rooted in the communities we serve. These include: children. Last year we housed 38 families, which included 66 • People belong when they supportive have a home. children. Fraserside provides housing to people who • People belong when they can contribution. live with mental health issues and make those awith developmental disabilities. We alsowhen workthey withare community memberswith to offer • People belong in a relationship eachmore independent in a home environment. We operate a low other andhousing participate in a community. barrier housing complex and a mixed housing apartment for people • A social profit organization achieves its vision when with low and moderate incomes. it is sustainable. Employment • A social profit organization achieves its vision when it We support people with developmental disabilities and mental fosters thetodevelopment of itsemployment. most valuable its a health issues find and maintain Weasset: operate staff and volunteers. volunteer program that supplies opportunities for people interested

in making a community contribution by volunteering at Fraserside We are Work co-founders FraserCommunity Works, a co-op that delivers Our inofthe employment services to people looking for work. Housing: Support Fraserside offers a variety of housing options. Our organization We counselling programs that help resolve issues andoffer the people we serve are impacted bypeople the regional housing so they canand build relationships. We facilitateconsistently inclusion shortage, all important our housing programs experienced high rates theClubhouse year. Our family emergency in theoccupancy community withthroughout our New Leaf and community shelter forprograms parents, like women and children served 81Service people Desk and inclusion Horizons. Our Community celebrated its 25th yearincome of operation. Our other housingsoprograms offers referrals for low individuals and families they can served 107 people,for and our low barrier housing complex and our receive subsidies community programs. low market rental apartments served 115 people.

Employment: Our History

Fraserside supports people to ﬁnd and maintain employment. This Our is all about our commitment toserved the community. yearhistory our Supported Employment program 16 individuals with developmental disabilities worked withofsix local Fraserside started out in 1972 asand a small group New businesses toresidents retain them as employees. Westminster helping each otherOur withMobile issuesWork suchCrew, as which employs peopleThey withquickly ability realized challenges, to perform preschool subsidies. thatcontinued together they had a variety and of outdoor local businesses residents. strength moved work on to for other issues such asand proper clothing for We provided volunteer opportunities to practicum students and their children and used furniture for families needing assistance. knowledge philanthropists, and we continue to co-operate Fraser What asWestminster’s six people working togetherEmployment in a basement, Worksstarted Co-op,out New only WorkBC evolved an organization employing 180 people, working out of Servicesinto Centre. 15 locations and serving six communities. Throughout its 45 years, Support: a driving force for Fraserside has been meeting the community’s Fraserside supports people to be in important relationships and changing needs. be included in the community. Our counselling programs helped 554 people resolve issues of abuse and substance use. Our New Leaf Clubhouse provided social opportunities for 179 people who might otherwise isolate themselves. Our Horizons day program With the Holiday here,and there is no betteractivities time to help. coordinated localSeason excursions skill-building for 23 Personal donations can be madeServices throughDesk our website people. Finally, our Community facilitated referrals www.fraserside.bc.ca, personto orreceive throughsubsidies the mail.for community for 985 individuals andin families For information about volunteering, please visit our website. programs.

How To Become Involved

Our Focus

The Lower Mainland Purpose Society is a non-proﬁt agency incorporated under the Society Act in 1983. Today, over 140 employees provide a variety of social, health and educational programs to Lower Mainland communities. The Society has been accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA) since 2003. Programs and services are provided from 10 sites, with the Administration Ofﬁce and a range of services located in New Westminster since 1984.

Our Goals

It is the vision of The Purpose Society to improve the capacity of individuals and families to lead healthy fulﬁlling lives, contributing to the overall wellbeing of the community. It is the mission of The Purpose Society to deliver a continuum of social, health, educational and residential services to children, youth and families in order to enhance personal well-being, strengthen family functioning and increase personal responsibility, conﬁdence and healthy decision-making.

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The Purpose Society’s longest standing program is the Purpose School. Purpose Secondary School is a very special place and exists to serve students from Grades 8 to 12 who, for a variety of reasons, find it difficult to succeed in the traditional school system. Students benefit from small class sizes with both group and individualized instruction in a friendly, welcoming inclusive learning environment. Students gain confidence, develop a sense of hope for their future as more opportunities become available to them while in school and after graduation. Students can receive a BC Dogwood Diploma upon completion of the required course work. This diploma allows access to secondary education programs at college or university. Students can also receive an Evergreen Diploma which indicates high school completion. Students over 18 can attend and receive the Adult Dogwood. In the words of one parent, “I really do see so much improvement in ………..it is honestly like night and day at home… I knew Purpose was the right choice for him “.

How To Become Involved

The Purpose School is unique in that it is an Independent School that charges no tuition. We rely on community donations in order to provide a positive learning environment and speciﬁc supports for students, such as our hot breakfast and hot lunch program. Many of our programs beneﬁt greatly from the support of volunteers, last year contributing close to 14,000 hours to our Society. If you would like more information about volunteering at Purpose, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 604-526-2522.

Upcoming Events

Christmas Hamper Program: Do you believe in ‘Random acts of kindness’? Purpose invites you to Experience the joy of Giving this Christmas by “Adopting a Family”…By supporting the Purpose Society’s 27th Annual Christmas Hamper Program, you will enrich the lives of families in need and bring a little happiness to them this Christmas!!! Join us in whatever way you can. Whether you choose to “adopt a family”, donate money, or volunteer in the door-to-door delivery of the hampers, you are welcome to share in the community spirit exempliﬁed by the Christmas Hamper Program. No gift is too small. If you would like to participate in a “Random Act of Kindness” by taking part in this year’s Hamper Program, please call or email Hamper Coordinator, Pam Bloom at 604.937.7163, or call Grace Castaneda at the Purpose Society, 604.526.2522. We will also accept food and gift items for the 100 single adults that will receive a gift bag.

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Our Focus

Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation was established in 1978 to raise funds for the hospital’s ﬁrst CT scanner. Since then, we have worked with individuals, businesses, community groups and foundations to fund major hospital projects, priority equipment needs, facility enhancements, research, education and innovation at Royal Columbian. Together, we are helping the hospital care for some of the most seriously ill and injured patients in the province, in critical areas including cardiac care, trauma, brain and spine surgery, high-risk maternity and neonatal care.

Our People

The Foundation is guided by a volunteer Board of Directors, whose expertise and commitment help staff connect with generous donors from throughout the region.

Our Goals

For 40 years, the Foundation’s mission has been to raise money to help the hospital save lives, restore health and provide comfort to seriously injured and ill patients.

telephone: 604-520-4438 email: info@rchfoundation.com internet: www.rchfoundation.com

Our Work in the Community

As BC’s leading critical care hospital, 1 in 3 British Columbians rely on Royal Columbian Hospital to think, act and react at the speed of survival. This is where BC fights for hope, and for life. Now, we need your help to fight for British Columbians in their most critical moments. A $1.35 billion multi-phase, multi-year transformation of Royal Columbian Hospital is underway. Our vision is to create a world-class hospital: a state-of-the-art facility that provides uncompromising care and remarkable patient experiences. Construction is in the home stretch on phase one of redevelopment, which includes a new Mental Health and Substance Use Wellness Centre that will considerably increase Royal Columbian Hospital’s capacity to care for patients with mental illness. The new facility will also provide ideal space for our role as the primary academic centre for psychiatry and mental health education & training in the Fraser Health region. The final two phases of redevelopment will see the addition of a new Acute Care Tower with more beds, a new, larger Emergency, new and expanded operating rooms and interventional suites for Cardiology and Radiology, more parking and upgrades to existing spaces.

1015 COLUMBIA STREET, NEW WESTMINSTER

Our Focus

Monarch Place is a program of W.I.N.G.S. (Women in Need Gaining Strength), a non-profit charitable organization founded in 1997 to provide shelter and supportive services to women and children fleeing from domestic violence. In addition to Monarch Place, (an emergency first stage transition house) we also provide a second stage housing program, as well as complimentary services such as community support groups for both women and men, counselling, outreach, and multi-cultural services. Our services are based on our values of safety, compassion, respect, and dignity for all.

When the multi-year project is complete, our hospital will be fully transformed and ready to cope with the needs of a fast-growing, dramatically aging and increasingly diverse 21stcentury population. Most signiﬁcantly, redevelopment will set the stage for crucial, far-reaching advances in the hospital’s many critical care specialties.

Whether you want to start making a difference today or create a legacy of care, honour a loved one or a health care worker, celebrate a special occasion or organize your own fundraiser, your gifts help Royal Columbian Hospital deliver the best in health care.

We do that in a warm, loving, compassionate and caring environment. In addition, our nurturing home allows our clients to work through various stages of well-being– from crisis to long-term stability–by making available a full range of support services. Since its inception, more than 4400 women and children have shared Monarch Place with our team of dedicated and loving staff. Each woman and child have a unique story and journey to share and each one who comes is a success story because of their courage and desire to change and improve their lives and that of their children.

Work in Community

Monarch Place also works closely with other non-proﬁt organizations to spread the word about domestic abuse. We offer resources, host a variety of educational workshops, and provide community support groups. We regularly participate in a network of community emergency services. Check out our facebook page for more information on our “Purple Lights” campaign running in April, raising awareness about Domestic Violence.

How to become involved

By working with donors, Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation is committed to supporting this project every step of the way. Donate to our Redevelopment Campaign today!

How To Become Involved

Our Goals

Our mission statement is simple: to provide women and children ﬂeeing from domestic violence the opportunity to regain their emotional and physical strength and to live according to their own true worth. At Monarch Place, our goal is to provide an experience of safety, encouragement, and most of all, dignity.

telephone: 604.521.1888 fax: 604.521.1879 email: wingsed@monarchplace.org internet: www.monarchplace.org facebook: /monarchplacewings

With the holiday season fast approaching, community members can donate to Monarch Place in various ways: •Monarch Place is currently collecting gift cards, gifts for Christmas hampers and gift bags for women and children as well as accepting donations of items needed in the house (i.e. diapers, sheet sets - T, D, Q, cooking items etc.). Please call Susan at 604-521-1888 for more information. •Financial donations are gratefully received through www.canadahelps.org (search words Monarch Place).

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Our Focus

Aunt Leah’s Place helps to prevent children in foster care from becoming homeless and mothers in need from losing custody of their children. To support them on their journey to self-sufﬁciency, we provide supported housing, coaching on essential life skills, educational guidance, and employment training. For three decades Aunt Leah’s has followed a simple approach. By modeling Canadian families, and surrounding youth with holistic supports – including housing, counselling, life skill development, education and employment opportunities – we have seen young people from foster care realize their potential and become independent adults connected to the community. Today, we know this work is an important part of preventing homelessness.

Our Goal

Our long-term vision is to create an environment where all children connected to the foster care system have equal opportunities akin to what parented children receive, and that low-income families are given the supports and resources needed to become successful parents who create healthy families.

telephone: 604 525 1204 email: auntleahs@auntleahs.org internet: www.auntleahs.org facebook: /auntleahssociety/ twitter: @auntleahs

Our Work in the Community

Aunt Leah’s Place works proactively at the ‘entry’ and ‘exit’ points of the foster care system. First, we help low-income families maintain custody of their children, therefore helping to reduce the number of children and youth coming into the permanent care of the child welfare system. Second, we work with foster youth readying to ‘age out’, giving supports similar to what modern parents give their own children transitioning to adulthood. Aunt Leah’s ‘Link Program’ acts as the intake umbrella for all of Aunt Leah’s services and resources for former foster youth, offering youth in/from care an experience that is more akin to that of their parented peers. The Link has grown over the past twelve years to serve over 300 youth and their dependents per year.

Upcoming events

Aunt Leah’s Trees is a seasonal social enterprise that sells quality Christmas trees in ﬁve locations across Metro Vancouver. You can support our mission by buying Christmas Trees or volunteering at any of our lots to raise funds for Youth in Care and Moms in Need.

How to Get Involved

Volunteers are vital to the success of the organization. Last year, over 800 volunteers selﬂessly gave their time and expertise to beneﬁt the lives of foster youth, moms, and babies in Aunt Leah’s Programs. Our volunteers do everything from working at our Christmas tree lots or our Urban Thrift Shop, teaching workshops, cooking nutritious family-style meals, leading classes, tutoring, helping at fundraising events, packing Christmas hampers, and much more.

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Our Focus

The New Westminster Fire Fighters’ Charitable Society was established in 1987 by local firefighters who saw a need in our city. We are honoured by our long standing presence in New Westminster and we are equally proud of our volunteers. Our non-profit society is run by members of New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services, who over the course of the year donate hundreds of hours of their own time to give back to the community they serve. For more than two decades, we have been an integral part of the city by raising much needed funds for residents and charitable organization that need our assistance. All of our local firefighters play a critical role in giving back to our community.

Our Goals

Our goals are to continue our important work. All of the money raised from our fundraisers support our worthy charitable organizations such as: New Westminster School lunch/breakfast programs, Royal Columbian Hospital – Paediatric Ward, Saint Barnabas Church, Purpose Society, Family Place, Union Gospel Mission, BC Professional Fireﬁghters’ Burn Fund, and Honour House to name a few.

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Upcoming Events

Throughout the year, we host a number of fundraisers so that we can give back to the community that we proudly call home. Everyone is invited to take part in our family-friendly events, including our upcoming great Christmas Tree chipping event will be held Saturday, January 5th and Sunday, January 6th, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Canada Games Pool parking lot. Recycle your tree by donation and enjoy a delicious barbecue, popcorn, face painting for the kids, music and ﬁre extinguishing demonstrations (weather permitting). Every penny goes to fund our various charitable activities. Throughout the year we also host the Shred-athon, our popular New Westminster Fire Fighters Charitable Society game versus the Vancouver Canucks Alumni, a number of barbecues, our annual NWFD Open House to name a few. And don’t forget our newest fundraising event, “Just Show Up – a Music Festival” night held at the Columbia theatre. It will be scheduled in March, keep a look out for this fun music ﬁlled night out!

How To Become Involved

All of our fundraising efforts are open to the public and we encourage the citizens of New Westminster to come out to our events! Most of them are by donation and include BBQ’s and entertainment. It’s a win/win situation – the family enjoys a fun outing and we get to help our community’s most vulnerable! Donations are always gratefully appreciated and can be made at any event, dropped off or mailed to New Westminster Fire Rescue Services, #1 East 6th Ave., New Westminster. Note: Donations of more than $20 will be issued a tax receipt upon request.

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Spreading Christmas cheer: Roy and Angelina Oates at the Aunt Leah’s Christmas Tree Lot at St. Stephen’s Church on Granville Street.

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Pop-up tree sales help youth in foster care NewWest Hospice Society 205-810 QUAYSIDE DRIVE, NEW WESTMINSTER

Our Focus

Our mission is to promote and afﬁrm that dying, death and grief are part of life across the life span. We do this by promoting the Compassionate City Charter which: • Encourages, facilitates, supports and celebrates care for one another with life-threatening and life-limiting illness, disability, frailty, dementia, grief and bereavement, and long term care. • Recognizes and addresses that dying, death and loss may happen to any of us (children, teens and adults) at any time during the normal course of our lives.

Our People

The people who do our work are: our governing 10-member Board of Directors; our 2 staff members (Volunteer Coordinator and Operations Coordinator); and our Compassionate City Crew and other volunteers.

telephone: 604 759 1107 email: ﬂoatingwoman@shaw.ca internet: www.newwesthospice.ca

Our Work in the Community

New West Hospice Society was incorporated as a non-proﬁt charity in 2016. Since then, we have been working on developing partnerships to help get New Westminster designated as a Compassionate City. We do this by creating programs to support people at end-of-life in their location of choice and people in grief through a Bereavement Group Support Program. Our volunteer team is called our Compassionate City Crew. Last year, we received the Non-Proﬁt of the Year Award at the Chamber of Commerce Platinum Awards.

Our Goal

We will work to build a community where death is no longer hidden or whispered about; where people know what to say and do to be supportive; where residents can die with dignity; and family and friends can grieve well.

How To Become Involved

We are also seeking items for a Silent Auction and sponsorships for our Golf Tournament with the Chamber of Commerce on June 12, 2019. Contact Michelle at operations@newwesthospice.ca

Upcoming Events

Our next Volunteer Training will start in January. Our next Bereavement Support Group will also begin in January. To register for either one, please contact Judy at volunteer@newwesthospice.ca.

NewWestminster nonprofit society Aunt Leah’s is now open for business when it comes to selling Christmas trees. With several lots now open inVancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam and North Vancouver, the society will also feature a special “popup” Christmas tree lot in NewWest at Cap’s Bicycles, 434 Columbia St., on Dec. 8 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Down at the Christmas Tree Lot at St. Stephen’s United Church, and as cars zoom along Granville Street, Angelina Oates talks trees. She points to the “demonstration forest” set up near the entrance where customers can get a look at the different trees available this year – there are eight different types of trees on offer. “All these trees here are a sample of every tree in the lot,” says Oates, who is looking festive in a green and red “elfie” hat. It’s still just over a month until Christmas at the lot on Nov. 23, but there are already a few customers checking out the trees. Aunt Leah’s Place, which has been offering services to kids in, and aging out of, the foster care system for 30 years, has been running its Christmas tree lot at this location for nearly a quarter century. It has since expanded to four other locations around the Lower Mainland — NorthVancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam and a second, new location inVancouver’s River District. “The tree lots are one of our biggest fundraisers of the year,” said Oates, who is the charity’s director of social enterprise. She runs the Christmas tree lots and the

thrift store. Last year, the tree sales raised more than $500,000. This year the goal is $620,000. And all of the money goes to support the work done at Aunt Leah’s Place throughout the year. “Aunt Leah’s works with foster kids across the Lower Mainland and young moms and babies,” Oates says. “The idea is we work at two ends of the foster care system.We work with the moms and babies to get them life skills, and all the skills, to be able to keep their baby out of foster care… And then we work with the other extreme, which is the kids that have been in care, they’re bounced around and now they’re almost getting ready to move out, or older, and we want to teach them skills so they don’t end up homeless when they turn 19 and go out on their own.” Roy, who did not want his last name used, was one of those kids. “I went in and out of foster care, back and forth with my parents, and then my mom died,” he said. “I went back to foster care after living with my dad for a short period of time.” Roy was in foster care from the age of 12 until he was 16. He was homeless for a few years, but, despite his tumultuous teen years, graduated from high school. At the age of 19, he was referred to Aunt Leah’s by the Urban NativeYouth Association and went through the Link program, which is aimed at young people over 19 who are no longer in foster care. Aunt Leah’s Place also has a program aimed at helping underage kids that are in care or close to aging out of care.

Roy said the program helped him find housing and other support services he needed. “I didn’t have ID for the longest time and they helped me find the supports to get it,” Roy said. “They set me up with counselling. Basically all they did was everything I needed.” Now 22, Roy said if he hadn’t found Aunt Leah’s Place his life would have gone “down the drain. That’s the best way I can put it.” The key is the support. Both Oates and Roy say that Aunt Leah’s isn’t about telling participants what to do, but rather supporting and helping them achieve whatever goals they set for themselves. For Roy, after working in Aunt Leah’s warehouse, he decided that he wanted to take training to operate a forklift.The program helped him figure out what he needed to do to make that happen.Today, he has completed his forklift training and is currently looking for a job in a warehouse. “They don’t necessarily help you if you just ask for it, you’ve got to jump through hoops, you’ve got to do that walk, you can’t just be expecting anything,” he said. “If you need something they’ll tell you how to do it and the once you start doing it and once they see your perseverance they’ll help you… If you need help you’ve also got to help yourself.” Aunt Leah’s Christmas Tree Lots are open seven days a week until Dec. 23. See auntleahs.org/socialenterprise/tree-lots. –With files from Jessica Kerr,Vancouver Courier

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Christmas is a time for memories Archie and Dale Miller

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It is interesting to think back to one’s own childhood around this time of year and remember what was going on in the community, what you were doing at school, and what you were up to at home. As we think back to the 1950s and ’60s for our own age bracket, this was a time we seemed to be busy, excited and active. At school, images and themes appeared through art classes, in the halls, in showcases and perhaps in assemblies.They moved from Thanksgiving to Halloween to Remembrance Day and finally into Christmas.There were also school concerts and presentations, and sometimes a choir, along with others, would visit what was at that time called an “old folks home” or some kind of gathering at a local store or the public library. In the community there was a lot of thought given to upcoming special occasions. Some of our memories connect to special meetings held at the Royal Canadian Legion, the Masonic Hall, and other similar groups who all seemed to have a Christmas tree, a visit from San-

ta, some tasty treats, maybe a small gift, and always seasonal music. For other people, festivities at Sunday school and church services were important highlights. Also in the community, although not as spectacular as what takes place today, was the Christmas or Santa Claus parade.These would, no matter how large or small, feature lots of colour, music, brightly dressed folks and floats and, of course, the Jolly Old Elf himself. At home during this same time period there always seemed to be a lot of overlap, especially with what was going on at school. Some of the seasonal artwork that was created at school was destined to go home with the students, and some people have great memories of carrying these items home. Often what people retain from these early remembrances are those times when something became a favourite part of the season. This could be a coloured picture of a holiday scene; a pretend “stained glass image” of a window with a candle stick all aglow; or a nativity scene. This is a time of year that seems to create and encourage memories of past events, celebrations and, of course, people.

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Community Help share Christmas joy with local children Theresa McManus AROUND TOWN

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New West Family Place and the Lower Mainland Purpose Society teamed up for their annual Toy Drive Breakfast on Dec. 5 at the Paddlewheeler Pub, where they collected donations of unwrapped toys (valued at $15) for kids ages zero to 16, as well as cash donations. The breakfast has passed, but there’s still time to donate (by Dec. 13), before Family Place gives out the toys at its annual holiday party on Dec. 19. If you want to help, suggested gifts include: marbles and marble run; toy trains and train sets; dolls with milk bottles; musical instruments; kitchen toys and play food; Lego or Mega Bloks; Little People toys; puzzles, especially Melissa and Doug; make-believe items like costumes; and push or ride-on toys. Dana Osiowy, executive director of New Westminster Family Place, said people can donate online through www.canadahelps. com (search for New Westminster Family Place or Lower Mainland Purpose Society). MARKING A MILESTONE Family and friends are celebrating the 100th birthday of longtime New Westminster resident Harbans Kaur Grewal. Born in the village of Landa, Punjab, India, on Dec. 5, 1918, Grewal is the eldest of seven children. She spent her formative and teenage years in the village of Dhamot (Ludhiana

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district), before marrying Sardar Kartar S. Grewal in March 1937 and moving across the district to Kila Raipur village, where she would spend the next 38 years. “In 1975 Beji made the altogether bigger hop across the Atlantic to make New Westminster her home, where she resides to this day,” said an email from granddaughter Gurri Grewal. “She is a mother of four, grandmother to six, great-grandmother to six ... and still going strong. Beji’s priority has always been her family and she continues to look after us every day. She is an active member of the household who on occasion still insists on feeding the entire family by cooking her favourite dishes from scratch, including her leg-

endary kheer!” In addition to a big event at the temple, family will celebrating Grewal becoming a centenarian at a smaller event at home for family. “She is something,” Grewal said of her grandmother. “We are really thankful.” Happy Birthday!

Through this toy drive Santa Larry continues to share his spirit with the children in our community. All the toys donated are given to local groups such as the Purpose Society and Family Place through the New Westminster Firefighter’s Charitable Society. Cash donations can be made to New Westminster’s Firefighters Charitable Society in Santa Larry’s name.

HERITAGE ON HOLD You’ll be able to enjoy the hustle and bustle of the holidays without worrying about missing out on this month’s New Westminster Historical Society presentation. Archie Miller wants folks to know there will be no historical society meeting this month.The next meeting will be on Jan. 16, 2019 – stay tuned for details in the weeks ahead.

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Atlantis mentorship award and the 2005 Vancouver Arts Award for Emerging Media Artist. Her work has played at a variety of international festivals, including Berlinale, Hot Docs, SXSW,Tribeca and London BFI. Jackson’s Biidaaban: First Light – part of the Reclaim exhibition at New Media Gallery that’s on until Dec. 9 – uses virtual reality to guide viewers through a fu-

From now through December 24th, new unwrapped toys can be donated to this toy drive at Santa’s Workshop on the main floor of Royal City Centre.

ture, fallen city being reclaimed by nature.The renewal is seen through the lens of traditional languages:Wendat, Mohawk and Ojibway. Her talk at the gallery is free and open to all.The New Media Gallery is on the third floor at Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St. See www.newmediagallery.ca for details or call 604-8751865.

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New eReaders now at library Kate Sloan and Alina Gherman

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Just in time for the holiday season, the New Westminster Public Library has a gift for you – the launch of our new Kobo Aura One eReaders for loan. NWPL has lent Kobo e-readers since 2011, and you may have tried one, but now we’ve purchased several Kobo Aura One eReaders for your reading enjoyment. Borrow one if you are thinking about buying your own, going on a trip, or just want to try one out. Our eReader service is for everyone with a valid NWPL card. We’ve preloaded each Kobo with a selection of 40 bestseller titles from a variety of genres from fiction, mystery, non-fiction to young adult and children’s books. The Kobo Aura One has a clear display, offers various font styles and sizes, nine languages besides English that include Spanish and Japanese, and a natural light feature that automatically adjusts the colour of the screen to make it ideal for both sunlight and nighttime reading. A major improvement

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Musical adaptation breathes life into a Christmas classic own homes and communities and daily lives better by meeting them with kindness It’s based on a story that’s and compassion. “It’s not just the wondermore than 75 years old, but ful life of George; it’s the the message of It’s aWonuniversal life that we should derful Life still resonates. In all be grateful for, and that fact, for Peter Jorgensen, it’s we should all be recogniza message the world needs to hear now more than ever. ing that we should be doing something that matters The New Westminster resident is directing this De- – and not in big ways,” Jorgensen says. “I think that’s cember’s Gateway Theatre another great thing about production of It’s aWonderGeorge and the story of ful Life, onstage Dec. 6 to Bedford Falls, is George 31. Jorgensen created the isn’t a war hero, he doesn’t musical adaptation based go off to World War II, he on the 1946 Frank Capra doesn’t do anything mindfilm and Philip Van Doren blowing that kind of rocks Stern’s original 1939 short the world. He changes the story, The Greatest Gift. world in small ways for the The story has become synonymous with Christmas people around him, in his for generations of movie lov- community, and that makes a huge difference.” ers: the tale of George BaiJorgensen first created the ley, who despairs and conmusical adaptation of the siders suicide on Christmas Eve until an unconventional story for Chemainus Theatre in 2013, guardian anwhen he hit gel appears upon the idea to guide him to use existback to hope. What: It’s a Wonderful Its overridLife, a musical adaptation ing songs that were written ing message Where: Gateway Theatre, during the era – that some6500 Gilbert Rd., Richin which the times the mond story takes greatest implace. The pact comes When: Preview Dec. 6, result is a from living shows Dec. 7 through 31 piece of theaa seemingTickets: Prices start at tre that uses ly “ordinary” $29. Buy through tickets. songs from life – is one gatewaytheatre.com or the 1920s, that resonates 604-270-1812. ’30s and ’40s with Jorgensfrom some of en, in the face the greatest songwriters of of the complicated problems facing the planet in the the period – think George and Ira Gershwin and Kurt 21st century. Weill – as well as some fa“Sometimes it’s overmiliar Christmas tunes. whelming, and we stop and Jorgensen concedes it think, ‘Should I just abancan be a challenge to reindon everything and go and vent something that has behelp build a school in a come a classic for so many Third World country? What viewers. do I do to make this world “I want to give you the a better place? Do I give up theatrical interpretation of my life and stand in prothat show because you can’t test lines for the rest of my just do the movie onstage; life to make enough noise you can’t do the movie betto change the world?’” Jorter than the movie,” he says. gensen muses. Jorgensen notes that the Some might, in fact, do just that. But for others, Jor- songs and dance numbers – accompanied by a 10-piece gensen says, the power to orchestra, with arrangemake a better world rests ments and orchestrations by in “keeping the home fires Nico Rhodes – help to reinburning” – in making their Julie MacLellan

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A message of hope: Nick Fontaine is George Bailey in It’s a Wonderful Life, onstage at Gateway Theatre Dec. 6 through 31. PHOTO DAVID COOPER, CONTRIBUTED

terpret the story in a “beautifully theatrical” way. Yes, Jorgensen says, audiences can expect to see most of the pivotal moments from the movie unfold onstage – and yes, Zuzu, who’s played by Kenzie Fraser (who happens to study acting at The Stage New West) does indeed have petals. Jorgensen is hoping that audiences will find the show’s message of hope as relevant as he does. “I think maybe we really don’t pause enough to recognize all the small ways that people have a positive effect in our lives. I also think maybe we don’t pause enough to consider that we matter in the life of others,” Jorgensen says. Jorgensen is dedicating the show to his own “angel” – his sister, who died of cancer when she was just 24

years old. “You live long enough, eventually you lose someone close to you,” Jorgensen says through chokedback tears. “There’s a lot of people who just viscerally know what Clarence says to George, that when a life is taken away, it leaves an awful hole. “That’s another beautiful reminder that the show gives the audience, that life, just life, life on its very own, is a beautiful and wonderful thing.” If you’re thinking that maybe, just maybe, the show might make you a tad emotional, you’re probably right. “I just want people to leave feeling full, full of all the good things,” Jorgensen says. “I want them to leave the theatre feeling like they want to give the person they came with a great big hug.”

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Community What Canada can learn from dads in Sweden Mommy’s GROUNDED Bianca Bujan

Over the three years that I spent on maternity leave – one year to care for each of my children – I was so thankful to have had a support system.Through parenting groups and Facebook chat communities, I was able to find solace, surrounded by like-minded parents who were equally as excited and exhausted as I was as a new mom. What was missing though, was the presence of men. The playgroups, chat communities, and parent and tot activities were packed with moms, and rarely attended by dads.The same sort of support network was lacking for dads. Looking to shine a spotlight on the dads who opt to stay at home with their kids, Johan Bävman launched a world touring exhibition called Swedish Dads, which features photographs and interviews with real Swedish dads who took six months or more of parental leave. In a video, Johan shares his personal journey as a father after reviewing a study conducted on a group of children in his region. In

the study, the children were asked, “Who do you go to for comfort?” An overwhelming number of respondents chose their mother as the first choice, and fathers didn’t appear on the list until the fifth choice – placing lower than the alternative of not going to anyone at all. In response to his findings, Johan started his project, sharing the benefits of staying home – not only providing for children, but being an equal part of their emotional space. He wanted to plant a seed, challenging dads to consider the positive impact that it would have on their families if they stayed home with their children for an extended period of time. In Stockholm, “Latte Dads” are emerging – groups of men who carry their babies in slings or hang out with their toddlers as a group, a direct result of Sweden’s parental leave policy – one of the most progressive in the world. Highlights of the policy include 480 days (16 months) of paid leave (80 per cent of salary with a cap), with the caveat that both parents must share the allocated leave. An extended period of time is granted

to parents of twins or multiples.The days also don’t expire until the child is eight years old, providing parents with more flexibility on when and who will take the leave. As a result, most dads take three to nine months, a staggering increase compared to that time taken by dads in the U.S. and Canada. Last December the Government of Canada extended parental leave, allowing parents to take up to 18 months; however, a longer leave does not equate to more money from the government. Currently, new parents are eligible to receive up to a maximum of $537 per week – 55% of their regular salary, capped at just over $51,000 per year. Parents who are earning more than the salary cap are receiving significantly less than 50 per cent of their salary, and low-earning parents are receiving only a fraction of that weekly amount to support their families. Swedish parents – both moms and dads – are working towards putting their families first, and it’s time we do the same. Find Bianca Bujan online at @bitsofbee.

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It’s been a New Westminster tradition for more than two decades, and it’s back for its 21st edition in December. The popular annual Carols and Bells concert is making a return to Queens Avenue United Church on Sunday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m.

The concert will feature five handbell choirs, with ringers from Notre Dame Secondary School, Burnaby South Secondary School, Gordon Presbyterian Church, Golden Ears United Church and Queens Avenue United Church. Audiences will also enjoy

Christmas carols and singalongs.Tickets are $20 regular, $15 for seniors and students, and $10 for children (kindergarten to Grade 7).They’re available at the door, but, to avoid the lineup, you can also book ahead through www.queensavenue .org.

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Arts & Entertainment Local performer onstage in Beauty and the Beast For the kids: Far left, Let Your Music Shine! With Lisa and Linda is onstage in the VSO’s Tiny Tots concerts at Anvil Centre this weekend.

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A New Westminster performer is part of the fun in the Arts Club’s remount of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast this season. Beauty and the Beast is onstage at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage until Jan. 6. In the ensemble for this edition is local performer Caleb Lagayan (recently seen wowing Theatre Under the Stars audiences in its production of Cinderella in the summertime). Jonathan Winsby is returning to his role as the Beast, with four of the other stars from the last production – Susan Anderson as Mrs. Potts, Shawn Macdonald as Cogsworth, Kamyar Pazandeh as Gaston and Bernard Cuffling as Maurice – also returning. Michelle Bardach, last seen as Sophie in the Arts Club production of Mamma Mia, is joining the cast as Belle. “Beauty and the Beast has

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Tale as old as time: At left, Jonathan Winsby and Michelle Bardach in Arts Club’s Beauty and the Beast. PHOTO DAVID COOPER, COURTESY ARTS CLUB THEATRE

been one of the company’s most successful musicals, and I am pleased that artistic director Ashlie Corcoran has decided to invite us back for a revival of last season’s wonderful production,” director Bill Millerd said in a press release. Tickets start at $39. See www.artsclub.com or call 604-687-1644.

VSO FOR LITTLE FOLKS You don’t have to be a grown-up to love the symphony. The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra is bringing its Tiny Tots concert series back to the Anvil Centre on Saturday, Dec. 8, with concerts at 10 and 11:30 a.m. The concerts feature the musical duo of LetYour Music Shine! With Lisa

and Linda.They’ll lead preschoolers (and their grownups) through a Holiday Hooray! that will present some seasonal favourites from the world of classical music, including selections from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker, accompanied by trombone, trumpet and tuba.Tickets are $15 for adults, $7 for kids and $2 for babies. See www.tickets

nw.ca or call 604-521-5050 to buy. LEGENDS OF ROCK’N’ROLL Here’s a sure-to-be-fun Christmas show for fans of classic rock’n’roll. The Legends of Rock’n’Roll is presenting a Rock’n’Soul Christmas at Massey Theatre (735 Eighth Ave.) on Saturday, Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m.

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Arts & Entertainment Quayside Voices makes Christmas spirits bright Julie MacLellan

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Quayside Voices wants to help get local families into the Christmas spirit. The New Westminsterbased a cappella quintet is coming to the stage at 100 Braid Street Studios with a holiday concert on Sunday, Dec. 16. In past seasons, notes alto Stephanie Lam, the group has done Christmas gigging at events around the city, but it’s never actually produced its own stand-alone Christmas concert.This year, the singers decided it was time to do so – and they’re using the occasion to help fundraise for a planned recording. “We’re just trying to raise some money to finally produce this album that everyone keeps asking us about,” Lam said. The concert will be by donation, with a recommended donation of $10 per guest, and a donation of

at least $10 will qualify you for a raffle entry. It’s designed as an all-ages affair, with doors opening at 1:30 p.m.Visitors will be able to check out the art at the studio, take part in a silent auction and prize draw, get photos taken with Santa – and, of course, enjoy some tasty refreshments courtesy

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of Greens and Beans, which has donated catering for the occasion. Lam promises the program will be full of festive spirit. “You will hear all sorts of Christmas music,” she said. The choir will offer up existing arrangements of carols such as Deck the Halls and put a “Quayside twist” on some other Christmas

pieces. “We have some of our own arrangements of Christmas songs, a little bit more modern take on it,” Lam noted, citing a “hip hopped” version of Santa Claus is Coming to Town. Lam said the choir is grateful for the support from local businesses who’ve donated items for the silent auction and draw – and, in particular, for Greens and Beans and 100 Braid Street Studios, who are donating the catering and venue to help produce a special Christmas occasion. And, as they get ready for their Christmas concert, they’re also working on a big project for the new year: a concert at Massey Theatre by Swedish a cappella legends The Real Group (watch for more in a future print edition, or see story online at www.tinyurl.com/ RealGroupNW2019). See www.quaysidevoices. com or www.facebook.com/ QuaysideV for more.

All aglow: The Quayside Voices quintet is bringing its Christmas concert to the stage at 100 Braid Street Studios on Sunday, Dec. 16. PHOTO PHILIP LO, CONTRIBUTED

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HARD TO HOLD: The New Westminster Hyacks gave it their best shot on Saturday but came up short in a 48-24 loss to the Mount Douglas Rams in the B.C. Subway Bowl AAA football final at B.C. Place. At top left, New West quarterback Kinsale Philip is held up by a couple of Ram defenders; bottom left, a Hyack supporter looks up at the scoreboard; above, Mount Doug quarterback Gideone Kremler leads the attack against Hyack tacklers Pavan Kainth, left, and Taran Birdi. Below, Kremler scrambles for open field while New West and provincial all-star Evan Nolli is taken down by the Rams’ Roman Dujela. PHOTOS KEVIN HILL

No repeat: New West rousted by Rams’ QB

Mount Douglas delivers heartbreaking defeat to defending champion Hyacks in provincial AAA football final Dan Olson

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The night belonged to a quarterback named Gideone. A rare four-year senior varsity player, Mount Douglas’ Gideone Kremler proved to be a one-man wrecking crew to the plans of the New Westminster Hyacks in their defence of the B.C. Subway Bowl AAA football crown. Kremler, who piloted his Island team to a B.C. title three years ago as a Grade 9, bookended an amazing senior career by leading Mount Doug to a 48-24 win over New West on Saturday in the B.C. Subway Bowl final at B.C. Place. Although well-shy of their performance a week ago when they shut down the Terry Fox Ravens, even in defeat the Royal City crew displayed a resilience and stubbornness against an imposing Rams offence. Understandably, the tale of the tape, at least on the scoreboard, was a bit humbling. “They were better.They were more physical than we were, they executed their game plan better. They out-coached us,” remarked New West head coach Farhan Lalji. “It was all of it.There’s nothing we can say there.There was no fortune, there was no nothing. They played better.”

Although they hung with their Western Conference rivals into the second quarter, the Hyacks ended up having few answers for Kremler, who threaded some Elias Pettersson-like passes during a 21-point run over 14 minutes in the first half. The defending B.C. AAA football champs held the lead for exactly two minutes and 42 seconds, thanks to a fumble on a Kremler lateral on the first play from scrimmage. New West QB Kinsale Philip converted it on a five-yard run to make it 6-0. But the Rams would counter quickly on their next drive barely three minutes later, taking a 7-6 lead with the successful convert. A series of turnovers, including a fumble on the ensuing kickoff, saw the two teams chasing momentum until Kremler completed a 74-yard march, scoring on a one-yard run to go ahead 14-6. In a first half the ball seemed to be a hot potato, as the Rams expanded their lead on Sebastian Hansen’s eight-yard catch midway through the second quarter, only to see the Hyacks immediately counter on Taran Birdi’s 75-yard kickoff return to make it 21-12. In the second half, the QB’s twin brother, Zairech Kremler, rambled in from nine yards to make it a 16-point gap.

While Philip would find Matthew Lalim on a 20-yard pass with 7:12 left in the third quarter to cut the deficit to 10, the guy named Gideone answered back with a 19yard dash, essentially turning the clock against New West. “We didn’t get out to the start we wanted, believe me, but we knew that this was going to be a real big challenge for us,” said Rams coach Mark Townsend. “We knew New West was playing exceptional football and the way they played their last game against Terry Fox.That made us just focus that much more.” Mount Doug’s quarterback said

establishing control early was crucial, and despite the turnover that gave New West it’s first score, the Island squad felt very confident in its game plan. “We knew that was on us; we gave them six on that.We knew actually we hadn’t done anything wrong there, we were still rolling, we were working good on offence, our defence was playing fantastic. We knew we had the ability to win the game, we just had to believe in ourselves,” said Kremler. He completed 11 of 16 passes for 197 yards and one major, while rushing for 106 yards and three TDs.The tandem of Sam

Mosky and Zairech Kremler combined for nearly 250 yards and three touchdowns. New West’s vaunted running game was effectively muffled, with Broxx Comia held to just 17 yards on nine carries, while Michael Kingsley racked up 100 yards, including a 45-yard kick return. Lalim registered a pair of second quarter QB sacks that looked to give the Hyacks a respite heading into the second half. But in his play on both sides of the ball, including a couple of the hardest hits delivered in his defensive back role, Kremler put destiny in his pocket. “Intensity.We had to show them we were there to play every snap, every whistle, every single quarter. We were there to make plays, we were there to hit them hard, to set the tone and we didn’t stop,” said the Rams quarterback. Without much success offensively and unable to capitalize on a string of Mount Doug penalties, New West could have used a few bounces, but none came their way. What had been a six-point loss in their regular season encounter a month ago – when Kremler was just starting to find his rhythm after returning from injury – was now a one-sided pasting in the final game of the year. Continued on page 51

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Hoop race begins anew Dan Olson

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If the first week is any sign, the New Westminster Hyacks won’t be unheralded for long. The 2018-19 senior boys basketball team did a successful sweep of the competition at last week’s Enver Creek tournament, topping the hosts 95-67 in the final. Following that up, they rode the hot hand of centre Ethan Rivas, who chalked up 39 points and 21 rebounds, to edge the Killarney Cougars 81-75 in New West’s home opener. All in all, a solid week of work for the squad under head coach Ted Cusick. “The kids played well,” said Cusick, who returns behind the senior boys bench after a two-year tour helping out with the juniors. “(Killarney) was quick

but we were bigger, and (Rivas) was on.” A transfer student from Surrey, the six-foot-six post player provided much of the offensive spark on the night. “He did all I asked of him,” noted Cusick. “He’s got good size and I want him to be a post. So he got in there and did a real good job on the boards.” Trailing by four with a handful of minutes to play, New West capitalized on a couple of turnovers to turn the tables on the visiting Cougars. Kirk Bothwell, a six-foot-six Grade 11 forward, chipped in 12 points and 14 boards. Against Enver Creek, Luke Burton and Rivas both tallied 26 points each. This week they are in the Cariboo Hill tourney that started Wednesday, opening against No. 7-ranked Vancouver College (after Record deadline).

Hyacks usurped by Rams

Continued from page 50 “We had some chances, we had some chances early that would have given us some energy and maybe allowed us to play more physically, but we didn’t take advantage of those,” said Lalji. “My hat’s off to Mount Doug.We said it before, they play well in these big games.We were playing well and progressing and thought we were where we

SQUEEZE PLAY: A Burnaby Devils checker, at right, pressures New Westminster’s Colin Brooks during a

recent under-15 boys field lacrosse game at Queen’s Park. Burnaby would emerge with a 15-3 victory, and currently sit with an unblemished 8-0-0 record PHOTO JENNIFER GAUTHIER

Sato tops A qualiﬁer

The Royal City curling team skipped by Hayato Sato cleaned house at last week’s junior boys Coastal playdowns, hosted by the Royal City Curling Club. Sato’s team topped the event, beating the Marshall rink of Duncan 10-2 in the final. Winning the B qualifiers was Nicholas Umbach’s rink.

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2.98

13.21kg

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2/6.00

340-403g

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2/5.50

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Eliot Doyle

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