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GIVING

Have a warm coat to share? By Theresa McManus

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The B.C. SPCA Thrift Store is helping to make the cold weather more bearable for folks in need. For the past 22 years, Roni-Lyn Sanders has been organizing a coat drive every December.The thrift store’s owner collects coats each November and, with the help of volunteers, takes them to Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside and gives them out to those in need, including people living on the streets. “We start collecting the coats Nov. 1. We need warm winter coats. If people have waterproof coats, it’s great because they usually live outside,” she said. “Extra-large is really good – it’s usually a hit and it’s hard to find.Warm and waterproof is an added bonus. Obviously we aren’t going to be picky.” Before heading out to disperse the coats, Sanders and a team of volunteers sort them into sizes and colours and put them on racks, where people can browse and pick out a suitable coat.The Penske truck rental company supports the coat drive by helping to store and transport the donations. “Last year, it was the biggest ever,” Continued on page 10

SHARING THE WARMTH Roni-Lyn Sanders, owner of the B.C. SPCA Thrift Store, left, and coat drive volunteer Colleen Nicholson. They’re organizing a collection of warm winter coats to be distributed to people in need on the Downtown Eastside. Coats can be dropped off at the thrift store at 615 12th St. during business hours, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. PHOTO JENNIFER GAUTHIER

BUDGET IN PROCESS

City eyeing 2.98 per cent tax increase By Theresa McManus

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The City of New Westminster’s draft financial plan includes a 2.98 per cent tax hike in 2017. City staff recently pre-

sented an overview of the 2017 to 2021 draft financial plan to council. “We are still at the preliminary stage at the budget process, but we have actually moved the budget process up earlier this year.

We are hoping to get final approval in that February time frame,” said Mayor Jonathan Cote. “Although that (2.98 per cent) budget number isn’t set in stone and we are going to be working our way through

that process, it gives you a rough guide of what we are looking at given some of the demands that we are dealing with in this budget cycle.” Cote said the city has moved up its budget cycle

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Up Front PROJECT HAS LEGS – LOTS OF THEM

HERITAGE

Demo on hold for 1937 city house By Theresa McManus

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LABOUR OF LOVE Artist Margaret Halsey with the canine portraits she created on a bare alleyway fence. The pet portrait project has turned into a fundraiser in support of B.C. and Alberta Guide Dogs. PHOTO JENNIFER GAUTHIER, RECORD FILES

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City artist envisions a dog mural on a bare alleyway fence – fast forward and now there are 39 portraits and a new fence in the works, plus a keepsake book being published to raise funds for guide dogs By Tereza Verenca

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A New West artist known for painting cat and dog portraits is taking her fundraising initiative one step further. Last year, Margaret Halsey approached the homeowner whose property backed onto a laneway south of East Eighth Avenue, just west of Devoy Street. She had envisioned a “mural of dog faces” on the bare laneway fence after routinely strolling by with her black and white whippet, Smyth. After Halsey was given the OK to work her magic, her labour of love quickly flourished into a $50-a-portrait fundraiser supporting B.C. and Alberta Guide Dogs. When the Record originally reported on the story in August, there were 19 faces on the fence.Today, there are 39, and Halsey has already started working on a second fence nearby. She’s raised $1,500 for the organization so far.

For the love of the animal: Margaret Halsey’s black and white whippet, Smyth, was one of the portraits painted on the fence. The pair routinely stroll through the area as part of their daily walk. PHOTO JENNIFER GAUTHIER

The success of the first fence prompted Halsey to put together a book of all the animals and their owners who took part in the fundraising campaign. “So many people have been so interested in it. I thought it would be nice as a memory for each of the participants. I thought it would just be a good keepsake,” she said, noting the book will feature photos and stories about

each pooch or feline. “I’m just asking them to tell me something special.” Halsey will be charging $20 for the book, with the hope of raising another $3,500 for B.C. and Alberta Guide Dogs. The second fence on Cherry Street also has room for up to 50 faces, although work on that project likely won’t start until the spring. “When you raise $5,000,

you get an opportunity to name a (guide dog) puppy. I want to do that for my dad. His name was Herbert, but everybody called him Bert, so the puppy’s name would be Bert,” she said. “His art was his love. His art was different than mine. He was very detailed in his work, in that he inspired me to be who I am in my art. I’d be critical of myself and he would say he’d wish he could paint like me. He thought I captured the spirit and soul of the animal in their eyes.” Since starting the painting project, Halsey said everything she’s believed about dogs and cats (and their human companions, too) has been confirmed. “The dog and cat is such an important part of our life that a lot of us don’t ever realize.The response I’ve gotten from people walking by that don’t even have a dog.They realize this creature … is so important.” To get in touch with Halsey, call her at 604-5279976.

NewWestminster city council isn’t keen on approving a demolition permit for a 1937 heritage home while a heritage control period is underway in the Queen’s Park neighbourhood. In a six-to-one decision, council voted against a heritage alteration permit that would have permitted the demolition of the house at 222 Fifth Ave. During the one-year heritage control period that is in place while the city considers the creation of a heritage conservation area in Queen’s Park, all singlefamily homes in the neighbourhood built before Dec. 31, 1996 must receive a heritage alteration permit in order to be demolished. “Nobody has mentioned the family. Everybody is talking about heritage. Nobody is talking about the owner who has requested this and the reason for requesting it.We have to use a bit of common sense sometimes,” said Coun. Lorrie Williams, the lone councillor to support the demolition application. “This is a citizen of our city who wants to build a better home for his family, pure and simple. If this was not in Queen’s Park, this would be a slam dunk and he would get it.” Ravinder Johal recently told council he and his family moved from Oakville, Ont. to be closer to family and bought the house in May and took possession in August.They determined the house “is not in livable condition” and doesn’t meet their needs from a safety or financial perspective. The city’s community

heritage commission and the technical review panel both considered the application, with the commission opposing the demolition, saying the house has enough “historic fabric” to be considered for restoration and contributes to the historical streetscape.The technical review panel supported the demolition application as the house has low historic value. David Brett, a member of the Queen’s Park heritage neighbourhood study group and the city’s technical review panel, supported the demolition even though he’s a strong proponent of a heritage conservation area in his neighbourhood. “When I look at the house at 222 Fifth, it doesn’t jump out at me immediately as something that we should fight tooth and nail to save,” he told council Monday night. “I think it kind of sends the wrong message to the rest of the community that under the extenuating circumstances affecting the family who didn’t know that the control period was coming in and are now at loose ends, it has the appearance of being unfair. I am not saying it is unfair; it just kind of looks that way.” Coun. Patrick Johnstone said the application “is a tough one” as it’s right on the edge of what the city may want to see preserved. “To me, in the spirit of the conservation period, if there’s any equivocation on it, then I think we need to err toward preservation, just because of the period,” he said. “Whether this house will end up being something that is protected by the HCA in the end, I don’t know because I don’t know where that is going to end up.”

Heritage home: This house at 222 Fifth Ave. will keep standing after council refused a heritage alteration permit. PHOTO FILE

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sunday, December 11 5:30 pm Family Christmas Dinner Queensborough Community Centre

Monday, December 12 No Council Meeting

Saturday, December 17 2:00 pm Adult Holiday Crafternoon New West Public Library, main branch

CITYPAGE WE ARE UPDATING THE SIGN BYLAW

The City of New Westminster is updating the Sign Bylaw, which regulates business advertising and identiﬁcation signage. As a business owner, we want your opinion on the proposed changes. Any new signs at your business will need to meet the new requirements. Please ﬁll out the online survey on our webpage: www.newwestcity.ca/sign-permits. The survey will be open until Tuesday, December 13, 2016. Please call 604-527-4532 if you have any

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Starting January 1, 2017, changes will be made to the residential parking permit application process. A new e-apply module will soon be available allowing residents to purchase residential parking permits through an online system. As of January 1, 2017, there will no longer be a $5.00 fee for renewals; all permits will be charged a flat rate of $15.00. Each household is entitled to a total of five permits. The first three permits (1 visitor and 2 residential permits) can be purchased for $15.00 each. An additional two residential permits may be purchased for $50.00 each. Parking permits are valid until the last day of the month, one year from date of application. The change to a standard flat rate will provide the city with a means of subsidizing the program, while also bringing our fee structure in line with neighboring municipalities. The implementation of these services will aid in our goal of freeing up on-street parking and our ability to better enforce permit parking zones. Additionally, permit hangers will no longer be required to be displayed for residential permits. Hangers will still be required for visitor permits. Permits will now expire at the end of the month, one year from the time of purchase. Previously all permits expired March 31st of the calendar year. For more information on these changes, please visit newwestcity.ca/parking or contact Parking Services at 604-519-2010.

ADULT HOLIDAY CRAFTERNOON AT NWPL

Saturday, December 17, 2016 • 2:00 – 4:00 pm • New Westminster Public Library, main branch Why should kids have all the fun? Join other adults for fun holiday crafts hosted by Denise Corcoran of Thrifty by Design (www.thriftybydesign.ca). This is a free program, but registration is required. Please call 604-527-4666 to register.

SNOW REMOVAL NOTICE

Property owners and occupiers of rental property in New Westminster are reminded that it is their responsibility to clear snow and ice from sidewalks next to their property by 10:00 a.m. the day following the ﬁrst snowfall. This matter is regulated under the City’s Street Traﬃc Bylaw No. 7664, 2015.

FAMILY CHRISTMAS DINNER

Sunday, December 11, 2016 • 5:30 – 7:30 pm • Queensborough Community Centre Tickets: $20/ adult $8/child Come out to this annual favorite event ﬁlled with entertainment, delicious food, great friends and holiday spirit. We will be bringing in a catered traditional turkey feast with all the trimmings. A vegetarian option is also available. This event is co-hosted by the Queensborough Community Centre, the Queensborough Special Programs Committee, and the Queensborough 50+ Social Club. For more information, please call 604-525-7388.

THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NEW WESTMINSTER NOTICE OF LEASE OF PROPERTY Pursuant to s. 26 of the Community Charter, the Corporation of the City of New Westminster gives notice that it intends to lease a 3500 square foot portion of the Anvil Centre building (as shown below) located at 787 Eighth Street legally described as PID: 028-868-358 Lot C Blocks 12 and G Merchants Square NWD Plan BCP50972, to AMUR FINANCIAL GROUP INC. (Inc. No. BC0908816). The lease will be for the purpose of operating a full service licensed restaurant and bar, including providing catering services. The term of the lease will be ten (10) years, beginning about May 1st, 2017 (after completion of a 6-month ﬁxturing period). The tenant has an option to renew the lease for a further ﬁve years. The annual rent paid to the City will be: • For lease years 1 to 3, $70,000 • For lease years 4 to 5, $110,250 and • For lease years 6 to 10, $119,000 , The tenant is also responsible for property taxes in respect of this space and a portion of building operating costs

POVERTY MYTHBUSTERS

Myth: Poor people are uneducated; they should just go to school and gain skills. Reality: Most poor residents of working age do have a post-secondary education. In 2011, 59% (or approximately three in ﬁve) of New Westminster’s low-income residents between 25-64 years old had a post-secondary education.

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

For more information, visit the City of New Westminster’s Poverty Mythbusters document online: https://www.newwestcity. ca/community-poverty-reduction-initiative

Terry Atherton, Manager, Civic Buildings and Properties

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City Beat Santa rolls into New West Here comes Santa Claus: The skies looked a little bit threatening, but the rain held off to let the Santa Claus Parade finish in style on Saturday. Local families turned out in force along Columbia Street to enjoy the festivities, which featured floats, marching bands, community groups, VIPs and, of course, Santa Claus arriving in style – atop a New Westminster fire truck. Clockwise from left: Kids got plenty of candy throughout the parade; Santa Claus greets a young fan after the parade; spectators are bundled up for the weather; Santa arrives in style; five-year-old Emily Wilson-Roberts has an excellent vantage point.

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Piva Modern Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar will be serving up food and vino in Anvil Centre in 2017. The city has given notice it intends to lease a 3,500-square-foot portion of Anvil Centre to Amur Financial Group for the purpose of operating a full-service licensed restaurant and bar and providing catering services. “The concept for the restaurant that is leasing up at the Anvil Centre is going to be a modern Italian restaurant and wine bar. It will be an independent restaurant in that it’s not a chain restaurant that is moving in there,” Mayor Jonathan Cote told the Record. “We think the concept that they proposed to the city actually aligns very well with the goals the city was hoping to achieve in the Anvil Centre and even in the downtown neighbourhood.” According to Cote, Piva’s concept is “farm fresh modern Italian” fare in an upscale dining environment. He said it will focus on Italian and B.C. wines, and the menu will include housemade pasta and wood-fired pizza and steaks. In addition to paying taxes for the space and a portion of the building’s operating costs, the notice of lease states the restaurant would have a 10-year lease during which time it would pay $70,000 annually for years one to three, $110,250 for years four and five and $119,000 for years six to 10. Truffles Fine Foods, which opened a café in Anvil Centre in early 2015, received a catering contract from Anvil Centre.While

the notice of lease for Piva refers to the provision of catering services, Cote said it’s not for Anvil Centre. “I think the restaurant is wanting to be able to do their own catering service that they themselves see as another revenue opportunity,” he said. “It’s actually not connected to the catering service at the city.” Long before Anvil Centre’s opening in September 2014, the city had indicated a desire to have a restaurant open in the prime space at the corner of Columbia and Eighth streets.The lease with Piva is expected to begin about May 1, 2017, after a six-month period to ready the space for restaurant use. “It’s been very well known that the city has actively been trying to find a good fit and lease out that restaurant space.We have had leasing agents out there trying to generate interest in the site,” Cote said of the agreement with the Amur Financial Group Inc. “There’s been a number of different restaurants that have expressed interest and even developed preliminary proposals with the city over the past year.This was one that has been in the mix, and it’s one the city felt comfortable moving ahead with.” Earlier this year, the Stonewater Group announced it hoped to open a Mr. Mikes Steakhouse Casual in the space and stated it had agreed to terms with the city to enter into a formal lease for the restaurant space in Anvil Centre. In April, Cote told the Record the city hadn’t signed an agreement with a restaurant and had an expectation of seeing a higher-end restaurant in Anvil Centre.

The city’s draft 2017 capital budget includes $395,000 for costs associated with tenant allowances, real estate fees and landlord work that is required to be completed prior to the tenant occupancy. Coun. Chuck Puchmayr wishes the restaurant well and believes it will be good for Anvil Centre and the downtown but has con-

cerns about the process. He said the Stonewater Group was prepared to lease the space, which has continued to sit empty. “I think they will do well, he said of Piva. “My concern is with the process, not the restaurant.” COMMENT ON THIS STORY

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A spending trend that never ends

It’s a little like the items marked $1.99.We all know it’s really $2 – but it feels a bit better thinking it’s a deal in some way. So when the city says it’s working on keeping the tax hike at 2.98 per cent, we say, “Really?” Let’s face it, it’s really three per cent, and when you consider the hikes in utilities and sundry other items, taxpayers are probably being dinged well above the inflation rate. The overriding questions

are: should this continue and can it continue? The Canadian Federation of Independent Business just released its ninth annual report looking at the growth of city hall spending in B.C., and it sits squarely on the side that it shouldn’t continue and can’t continue. According to its report from 2004 to 2014, the total B.C. operating spending (adjusted for inflation and capital expenditures) grew

by 48 per cent. But population growth during that period only grew by 12 per cent.The average municipal spending per person rose from $889 in 2004 to $1,178 in 2014.That’s a lot. According to the report, only six out of 152 municipalities in B.C. have kept operating spending in line with inflation and population growth over the past 10 years – and New Westminster wasn’t one of them. In fact, no large municipalities

(population of 25,000 and over) made the list. The 2013 report that ranked cities from 1 to 152 had New West at number 79 (with one being best) at how well they are managing expenses versus population growth. Now, to be sure, the CFIB has a horse in this race. It is concerned about businesses and view things through an entrepreneur’s lens. But it’s a valid point. Taxpayers want more ser-

vices, better services, more parks, better roads, more recreation options – all of these things come with a high staffing cost. It’s one thing to build an Anvil Centre - it’s another thing entirely to operate it with city staff who are in public sector unions being paid wages higher than in the private sector. In a small city with a limited tax base – and little industry – homeowners will have to pay a larger share of the tax burden as time

goes by. So, this past week, when residents were complaining about streets not cleared of snow fast enough – it might be a good time to ask ourselves if we’re willing to pay more to keep services up to our expectations. Perhaps many of us are. And, then again, perhaps many of us believe the CFIB is raising a red flag that deserves a lot more consideration.

MY VIEW SUSAN DEXTRAS

Save this city neighbourhood Re:Your recent article dated Thursday Nov. 24, 2016: “Fighting for the missing middle.” My husband and I are longtime residents of New Westminster since 1984. When we first arrived in the Lower Mainland, there was no affordable housing in Metro Vancouver, so we looked in New Westminster and found the property where we have resided and raised our family for the last 32 years.We plan to continue living in our home for many years to come and we have no intention of selling to a developer or anyone else in the next 25 years. So my advice to Mr. and Mrs. Cavanagh and young couples like them would be to search for affordable housing in the outlying municipalities of the Lower Mainland where land is cheaper and more available, much like we did when we first arrived here. And, yes, there will be a commute to and from work but it is what most people have to deal with to be able to afford housing of any kind in our expensive city. Such is life. When we became aware in September of this year of the city’s draft future land use map, which was sent by Canada Post to the households in our neighbourhood, we were astounded to see that the city planners had arbitrarily coloured our Fifth and Sixth Street corridor (from 10th Avenue to Sixth Avenue) “orange” to designate that our streets

had been changed from RS1– single family detached zoning to residential townhouse zoning – without our consent. There were three more OCP events planned where we could “provide feedback,” and so we spread the word in our neighbourhood and urged people to attend these events and provide input on how they felt about this proposed rezoning.What we found at these meetings were city staff who were almost hostile to any opposition to their OCP. We were made to feel “morally wrong” for defending our property rights and saying that we were in opposition to the proposed rezoning on our street. Many of our neighbours have written letters to the city since these “events” and we have all been ignored by the municipal bureaucracy, which chooses to hear only what serves its agenda. If Mayor Jonathan Cote and the city councillors take the time to walk down Fifth Street, they will see a lovely, eclectic collection of old and new homes, all well-maintained, some with manicured gardens where neighbours meet for special events and family gatherings.This is not a neighbourhood which should be rezoned by the city and then offered to a developer who would then systematically over the next 20 years, demolish each house and begin construction on 450 Continued on page 9

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Dear Editor I was saddened to see so few people show up at the council chamber on Monday, Nov. 18 to make their views known as to where they stand on the development variance permit for 628 and 638 Columbia St. This historic site was home to Copp’s shoes and was built after the great fire in 1898. The variance requested had proposed that a one-storey showroom (sales centre) be built across the two vacant lots with parking space at the back for use by BOSA and their “proposed” 660 Quayside project (former Larco site). A condition of the application was that the building be only temporary and be removed after five years. I couldn’t help but feel that the vote would have favoured the rejection of the permit if more citizens were there to lend their voices. More troubling was the optics of this process. Putting aside all the reasons we shouldn’t tie up valuable retail space; city hall was voting on a variance for a display centre on a project that has yet to be approved. Mayor Cote asked that delegates speak only to the permit at hand, so the Quayside Drive project was rarely mentioned. Do we really want to disrupt traffic, have unbearable construction noise, and possible environmental damage during an approximate five to 10-year period all for the sake of building two gigantic wind catchers and shadow casters that the majority of our citizens don’t want? City council owes it to all citizens to give fair notice by print, mailer and electronic media when they are voting on this Bosa project, and every citizen of New Westminster needs to have their say at that council meeting. Who knows, maybe the city will swap city hall land with Bosa and they can build the towers there where they belong; anywhere off the river shore. Ken Basso, New Westminster Editor’s note:This letter has been edited for space. See www.newwestrecord.ca for full version.

Save single-family neighbourhood, please Continued from page 8 townhouse units in our 15-acre corridor. And all of this done to meet the City of New Westminster’s OCP agenda, which ultimately was initiated by Mayor Cote and council ... to satisfy Metro Vancouver’s regional growth strategy and its need for more densification. However, Metro Vancouver’s strategy is “only guidelines and not the rule of law,” as Chief Justice Sharma of the Supreme Court of B.C. has outlined in her decision of the (Metro Vancouver vs. the City of Langley) court case in 2014. Therefore, the city is not legally bound to follow Metro’s strategy and should not be using it as an excuse to rezone, devalue and eventually dismantle our existing private property neighbourhoods in the name of creating more affordable housing in the future for someone else’s benefit. Susan Dextras is a NewWestminster resident.

Michael Tiney Not sure yet... We’ll have to see how it, the service, and the prices are. But that said it’s a bit of a shame the city has decided to give the almost institution Old Spaghetti Factory such competition so close.

Crystal Lang I don’t think it’s competition for the Old Spag, seems like it will be a higher end more adult vibe probably offering quite a different experience. Amanda Koble I agree, I wish it were the Keg or something similar... do we need more pasta and pizza?! LOL!! Emily Tab Yeah it’s foolish honestly!!! Like the spaghetteria got closed down , cause not doing so well. They should try something else , Mexicans been done , Italian done I wonder what else.... Maybe a browns ... Lol Dale Anderson So every major chain in BC except Mr Mikes said no to this location. A company that has no experience in restaurants is opening up. Hope I am wrong, but I see a bankrupt papered up corner restaurant in the not too distant future Brigette Mayer YES! Love this decision! Jon Jennings Sounds like a good fit - small, independent, farm-fresh, upscale... can’t think of a direct competitor in #NewWest? Lee Smith Great, Mayor Cote’s yuppification plan is in full swing. Not only that, do we really need ANOTHER Italian restaurant on Columbia?

Big changes coming to 22nd Street station neighbourhood Trish Webster Hopefully there will be some affordable rental family housing built, too. Not all commuters have high paying jobs. Tanya Neufeld Mattson Why not develop some of it into green space. Like a park are with fountains and picnic areas for families. mrcanada976 Connaught Heights is one of the few family friendly gems remaining in the Metro Vancouver area. This bullock about it being a car dependent area is bafflegab. There is a 7-11 within minutes walking distance from the entire neighborhood, a very community friendly pizza place, some small restaurants and daycare facilities. There is a fantastic church and a great school. All accessible within walking distance.

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Students will once again dance around the may pole next spring. New Westminster school trustees approved a request by the May Day task force to extend its consultation period beyond the 2017 May Day celebrations.The intent behind the extension is to allow for a broader community discussion to take place. Over the past year, the task force, made up of district staff, teachers, support

staff, parents and community members, met a handful of times to discuss the elements that are involved in planning and preparing for May Day, according to associate superintendent Janet Grant, one of the task force members. Specifically, the group looked at three different parts of the May Day tradition: the ceremony, the associated curriculum and the royal suite. “What we want to do is we want to develop some surveys and get some broader feedback before we

take our final recommendations to the board, and we need time to do that,” Grant said when asked why the task force needed an extension. The May Day task force was approved by the school board in November 2015. Its purpose was to gather feedback from the community about the school district’s involvement in May Day celebrations and report back to trustees and staff with any findings and recommendations.The original deadline, set out when the task force was creat-

ed, was fall of 2016, which would have given the district enough time to implement any necessary changes to the upcoming May Day festivities. The task force has come up with a survey that will be circulated amongst parents, staff, teachers, students and the community at large in the coming months with the hopes it’ll encour-

ty forYouth and Families. “We are literally at about 50 coats,” Sanders told the Record recently. “We need to hit the 1,000 mark.” At the Dec. 10 event, volunteers will distribute coats, sing carols and provide a warm meal for those in need, as Tsawwassen Girl Guides cook and serve soup and a bun, coffee and a cookie. “It’s more of a Christmas experience, which is something that they don’t always

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have,” Sanders said. “It’s nice to help the less fortunate.” Anyone wishing to volunteer on Dec. 9 or 10 or to donate coats can call Sanders at 604-540-7722 or text her at 604-341-9166. Coats can be dropped off at the thrift store at 615 12th St. during business hours (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Tuesday to Sunday) or at 419 Lakeview St. in Coquitlam.

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more than 42,000 followers on Instagram and more than 14,000 likes on Facebook. The Record recently chatted with Windover about life with BenBen and his rise to fame. Q: Given all of his medical needs, what made you decide to adopt him? A: We decided to adopt him because he’s just a baby, and we be-

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Local talent in Christmas productions Julie MacLellan LIVELY CITY

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Two New Westminster actors are taking featured roles in the Arts Club Theatre Company’s holiday musical. The Arts Club is staging Mary Poppins, running until Jan. 1 at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. The musical, based on the writings of P.L.Travers, features the familiar songs from the popular Disney film – yes, you can expect to hear A Spoonful of Sugar, Chim Chim Cher-ee and Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, along with some catchy new tunes. Mary Poppins was a hit at the Stanley in 2013 and 2014, and it’s returning this year with some casting updates – including New Westminster’s own Elizabeth Irving. She plays alongside Glen Gordon as Mary Poppins’ two young charges, Jane and Michael Banks. It’s casting that makes director Bill Millerd happy.

We are proud to see two young Arts Club artists grow up through our productions

“We are proud to see two young Arts Club artists grow up through our productions: Glen Gordon was last seen in A Christmas Story:The Musical, and Elizabeth Irving has been an Arts Club musical theatre intensive student. Each has substantial experience in Arts Club productions and training; we can’t wait to see them play Michael and Jane Banks,” he said in a press release. Also new in her role this year is Kayla James as the title character – she previously played a smaller role and understudied for Mary Poppins in 2014. Returning to the stage is another New Westminster performer, Katey Wright, who appears as Miss Andrews and Mrs. Corry. Other leads include Susan Anderson as Mrs. Brill, Caitriona Murphy as Winifred Banks, Milo Shandel as George Banks, and Scott Walters as Bert.

Mary Poppins plays Dec. 3 to Jan. 1, with shows Tuesday through Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., with matinees on Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Special holiday shows are set for Dec. 22 at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m., and Dec. 24 and 31 at 1 and 6 p.m. The Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage is at 2750 Granville St.,Vancouver. Tickets start at $29. See www.artsclub.com or call the box office at 604-6871644.

HELPING HANDS FOR KIDS IN NEED Music and dance lessons are good for kids. You probably won’t find much argument about that – but what about those who can’t afford to pay for those lessons? A downtown New West dance and music studio is rising to the occasion with a new bursary fund designed to help break down financial barriers. The Stage New Westminster has introduced a new Stage Door Bursary Fund, which will pay for two eligible students to receive a full semester’s tuition for its Baby Music Discoverers, Toddler Music Explorers, Preschool Music Adventurers, Primary Music Trailblazers or Ballet/Tap Combo I and II classes. “It is our hope that we create an opportunity for families that may not otherwise have access to vitally important arts education due to financial barriers,” the studio says in an announcement. Nominations are currently being accepted.To nominate a family or student, email info@thestage newwest.ca with the subject “Stage Door Bursary Nomination” outlining why you think the person you’re nominated deserves help. Include your own and your nominee’s contact information. The deadline to submit nominations is Dec. 15, and recipients will be notified by Dec. 31.They will then have one calendar year (2017) to use their bursary funds – with first-tier priority for registration in their chosen class. Check out www. thestagenewwest.ca for details about the studio and the bursary fund. FAMILY ON STAGE Theatre is a family affair

Practically perfect in every way: New Westminster performer Elizabeth Irving, at right, is featured as Jane Banks in the Arts Club Theatre production of Mary Poppins, on now at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. She’s seen here with Glen Gordon as Michael and Kayla James as Mary Poppins. PHOTO DAVID COOPER, COURTESY ARTS CLUB THEATRE

for the Elcheshen-Norris The Music Man is onstage family this Christmas. at the theatre from Dec. 8 The New Westminster to 31, and two local folks family is taking to the stage are involved. in the Royal Canadian TheYoung performer Scoatre Company’s 2016 pantia Browner appears in tomime, Beauty and the the cast as Amaryllis, while Beast.The traditional BritSuzanne Ouellette is the ish panto – with its origichoreographer. If you think you recognal music, corny jokes, spenize those names, you’re cial effects and spectacular not wrong – Scotia has costumes – includes New been seen in mulWest’s own Kertiple productions ri Norris as the around town, invillain Brunhilda. cluding GateShe’s joined onway’s TheWizard stage by her husof Oz last season, band, Stephen and Beauty and the Elcheshen, and Beast and Oliver! at their daughters Theatre Under the Aeron and CayStars. leigh Elcheshen. Ouellette, meanBeauty and the while, is wellBeast, written and Kerri Norris pantomime villain known for her directed by Ellie work. She recently King, is onstage choreographed Royal City Dec. 16 to 26 at the SurMusical Theatre’s My Fair rey Arts Centre and Dec. Lady, served as ballet advi30 and 31 at the ACT Arts sor for Arts Club’s Billy ElCentre in Maple Ridge. It liot and was ballet mistress features 7:30 p.m. evening for Ballet B.C. shows and 3:30 p.m. matiThe Music Man stars Jay nees. Hindle and Meghan GarCheck out www.rctheatre diner and is directed by co.com for details. Barbara Tomasic. For Surrey Arts Centre It’s set to play at the tickets, see tickets.surrey.ca. Gateway Theatre, 6500 For ACT Arts Centre tickGilbert Rd. in Richmond, ets, see www.theactmaple nightly at 8 p.m. (except ridge.org. Dec. 13, 24, 25 and 27), THE MUSIC MAN with matinees on Dec. 10, New Westminster resi11, 18, 26 and 31 at 2 p.m., dents are part of the fun for and Dec. 13 at 1 p.m. Gateway Theatre’s holiday Tickets start at $29. See show. www.gatewaytheatre.com/

you’re invited to pop down to the food hall for the screenings. The lineup started with CALLING ALL SENIORS A Christmas Carol yesterday The Century House dra(Wednesday), and it conma club is looking for pertinues tonight (Thursday, formers. Dec. 8) with Gremlins. On The Golden Age TheWednesday, Dec. 14, you atre club, which runs out can see Home Alone, with of the Century House seMiracle on 34th Street (the niors’ centre in New West, 1994 John Hughes version) is looking for acon Thursday, Dec. tors and actresses 15. to take part in its Jingle All the spring production Way screens on in March 2017. No Wednesday, Dec. experience is nec21, with Elf on essary, and everyThursday, Dec. one is welcome to 22. join. The movie The group is screenings are free also looking for befor the whole famSuzanne Ouellette ily. Movies start at hind-the-scenes choreographer stage crew help. 3:15 p.m. Check “We are a great out www.river group of people, many of market.ca for more details. us never having had expeBASKET WEAVING rience on stage or behind The New Westminster the scenes,” reads an invitation from Carla Krens, di- Museum is giving you a chance to explore a trarector. ditional First Nations art Anyone who’s interested form. is asked to join a meeting at Traditional weaver MelCentury House, 620 Eighth St., on Thursday, Dec. 15 at vin Williams of Lil’wat will be leading a session on Sat1 p.m. urday, Dec. 10 from 1 to 4 For information, email p.m. at the museum. carlakrens@telus.net. Running in association CHRISTMAS MOVIES with the feature exhibition, Got a favourite ChristWitness Blanket, the workmas movie? River Market is shop will teach participants showing a series of familyhow to gather, prepare and friendly holiday films in the weave with cedar. Supplies month of December, and Continued on page 14 musicman for info, or buy tickets at 604-207-1812 or tickets.gatewaytheatre.com.

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Arts & Entertainment Rock’n’roll Christmas at Massey Dance students They’re some of the greatest rock’n’roll stars of all time, and they’re hitting the stage in a special Christmas show at Massey Theatre. A Rock’n’Roll Christmas is on Saturday, Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m.The show features two acclaimed tribute acts: Zachary Stevenson as Buddy Holly, alongside the Beatles tribute band Fab Fourever. A press release notes that it’s fitting for the two acts to share the stage. “It’s a well-known secret that without the influence of Buddy Holly, the Beatles may not have existed, as Paul McCartney stated, ‘John and I started to write songs because of Buddy

Holly,’” the release notes. Even the Beatles’ name has Buddy Holly influences – John Lennon, it is said, wanted a bug-themed name similar to Holly’s Crickets. The performers have earned acclaim for their tributes to the rock’n’roll superstars they portray. Stevenson has performed as Buddy in 10 different productions of The Buddy Holly Story. The Fab Fourever, meanwhile, has been playing to acclaim around Western Canada with their live renditions of all the Beatles hits. The show pays homage to the music of the 1950s and early 1960s. Stevenson will perform all of Holly’s huge hits, includ-

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Continued from page 13 are included, and you’ll make a small basket to take home. It costs $88. See www. anvilcentre.com for more details. Legends: The Fab Fourever are onstage at the Massey Theatre on Saturday, Dec. 17 in a Rock’n’Roll Christmas. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

ing such favourites as Maybe Baby,That’ll Be The Day, Peggy Sue and Oh Boy. The Fab Fourever will perform songs from 1960 to 1965 – expect to hear such tunes as She LovesYou, IWanna HoldYour Hand, I

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DANCERS ON STAGE You can enjoy the talents of the next generation of dancers in an evening of dance at Massey Theatre. The New Westminster Secondary School dance program is presenting two shows on Tuesday, Dec. 13, starting at 7 p.m. The night will feature the

senior dance students in Round Peg, which follows the story of Gwyneth, a new student at her high school who has a hard time seeing where she fits in. Junior students will present ItWas All A Dream, which follows what happens when a student falls asleep in one of her classes. Sound intriguing? Tickets are only $8, plus service charges. Buy through 604521-5050 or www. ticketsnw.ca.The Massey is at 735 Eighth Ave. Send arts info to Julie, jmaclellan@newwestrecord.ca.

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For kids: Grayson Smith with his new book, There’s a Norseman in the Classroom!. It’s being launched this weekend in a special event at River Market. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

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what it’s reducing is water weight. So when you … go to the grocery store to get some minced beef or whatever, you put in the pan and then you can see the water coming out.Well, this one you can put in the pan and (there’s) no water coming out because the water is already reduced. … So people, yes, they do buy local-

ly, obviously there’s some people who go to grocery stores, they get it from there, but there are a lot of people that they’re looking for local. And also, they’re looking for different kinds of cuts of meat.We do get a lot of new orders that the supermarkets wouldn’t do.

like for you? Usually I get an hour before to do all my ordering, and then I start prepping the display case and then once I open, if I have a bit of free time, usually in the morning you do have a bit of free time – from 20 minutes to 30 minutes – to start doing the orders. I do have a Continued on page 20

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text me, but I know them. They come in the shop and make big orders and stuff, and I got to know them. What would you say is your most popular item or meat? We’re selling a lot of Black Angus rib-eyes.That sells a lot. I’m selling probably, and I’m not exaggerating, probably 60 to 70 pounds of Black Angus ribeye a week.

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UPTOWN and glitter dress up the holidays in Uptown The sparkle of Christmas can be found )/$6 861)0G3$8 "G22 9G8H 2G,9918H8 *6 H/$ night. It can be found in the glint of muchloved family ornaments dangling from the tree. And with the help of Cartwright Jewelers in Uptown New Westminster, it can be found underneath the tree, as well. Jewellery can be a classic and deeply personal present for the women in your life. It

can be a meaningful gesture from children who decide to work together and splurge on something special for Mom, to show their appreciation as she organizes Christmas dinner and takes care of everyone. It can be a memento that lets your sister know how much you care – a memento that lasts for years to come. And it can dazzle the woman you love and show her just how

much she means to you. But above all else, jewellery is pretty. It glitters, it shines, and it delights the senses. For a versatile token of your affection, Cartwright recommends vintage-inspired stackable diamond bands. The rings come in 14KT yellow, white or rose gold, and include a row of small diamonds. The rings would be a wonderful choice for a girlfriend or a wife, or from one dear friend to another. Each ring can be worn on its own, or stacked together to create a more dramatic look. The stackable rings would add an excit*6( G6I #6*:#$ H1#F/ H1 G6& 1#HJH% especially for Christmas parties and New Year’s Eve soirees. If the person on your gift list prefers a more subtle, sophisticated look, then Cartwright’s button pearl drop earrings might be a good choice. The beautiful, classic design would be perfect for mothers and aunts who have a fondness for pearls. The earrings also

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come in either 14KT yellow, white or rose gold. These different gold options make it easier to match the earrings to jewellery your loved one already owns. The earrings would be ideal for the woman in your life who has a strand of pearls or distinctive pearl necklace, but has been looking for

something other than a pair of pearl studs to go with it. If you’re really looking for something bright and beautiful that brings out the sparkle in your loved one, the diamond bangle bracelets set is a great choice. The bangles radiate grace and good taste, and will look gorgeous dangling on the wrist of the one you love. The sets come in 10KT yellow and white gold. There are many glittering gift options at Cartwright Jewelers, located at 639 Sixth St. Just be sure to ask staff for any recommendations if you’re shopping for someone with very 89$F*JF HG8H$8% 1; *" &1# )G6H G6& 1H/$; 8#(gestions from the shop. Cartwright Jewelers and the other stores in Uptown offer plenty of gift choices for everyone on your gift list this year.

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MCBRIDE PLAZA into the holiday spirits at Royal Square Mall The holidays mean many things to many people, but celebrations and parties certainly play a large part during the season. And making merry often means drinks are involved. A nice bottle of wine can make a lovely gift this time of year. And it’s easy to pick up on the way to any gathering, just by stopping in at the B.C. Liquor Store at Royal Square Mall. Whether you’re looking for the perfect vintage for a family member or for a hostess gift, there are many varieties available at the store. There are local B.C. wines, organic wines, and specialty wines from all over the world. Fern Walk’s Pinot Noir 2015 is exclusive to B.C. Li-

quor Stores. The winery is part of the Mission Hill Group. The Martin’s Lane winery that makes the Pinot Noir specializes in the red Burgundy grape. The Pinot Noir is a ";#*H& ;$I )*H/ 0GE1#;8 1" cherries and berries. For those people who prefer beer to wine, there are many choices, as well. Craft brewing is huge these days, and that means there is a plethora of choices,

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from lagers to porters. And there are many I*""$;$6H 0GE1#;8 G6I seasonal specials. Seasonal specials can be hard to catch before they sell out, but there are some delicious variations for the holidays. So it’s worthwhile to try to track them down. Vancouver craft brewer Bomber Brewing has released Choqlette Porter, a IG;3 D$$; )*H/ 0GE1#;8 G6I aroma of chocolate malt, cocoa and nibs. The brewers use French Aramis hops "1; G ,*2I 01;G2 #6I$;61H$% as well. The porter is sold in large bottles. A selection of this and other festive beers could make a wonderful gift for your favourite beer lover. A single bottle would work well as a stocking stuffer or Secret Santa present for someone over 19, as well. Small bottles of liqueurs are also great stocking stuffers and Secret Santa presents for the adults on

your list. Baileys Irish Cream has a 50-millilitre size, as do many other popular brands. There are also small bottles of wine, including sparkling wine and ice wine, available. However, if you’re looking for a larger gift for the mixologist in your life, there are many full-size bottles of unique liqueurs that would make a nice gift, too. Benedictine, for instance, is sweet and F1,92$'5 =H *8 0GE1#;$I with 27 herbs, as well as prunes, orange and honey. It can be used in cocktails or as an after-dinner drink. The liqueur was featured in the winter 2012 issue of

Taste Magazine. The store also carries gift packs, like the Crown Royal gift tin, which comes with two shot glasses. There are a variety of ready-made gifts available, ones that will cater to the tastes of many of the people on your shopping list. Royal Square Mall, at 800 McBride Blvd., has a number of other spots to pick up some quick gifts, from Safeway to Starbucks. Holiday shopping is made easier when paired with other errands in the neighbourhood.

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RIVER MARKET good gifts at River Market The beauty of the season is always improved upon by the fragrant greenery decking doorways and inside homes. But beyond wreaths and Christmas trees, there are many other ways to bring the prettiness of the outdoors inside during this time of year. Bunches and Blooms Floral at New Westminster’s A*E$; CG;3$H 1""$;8 ,G6& I*""$;$6H 01;G2 G6I (;$$6$;& creations, many of which would be ideal for those on your gift list. And the shop has some festive recommendations for the season. +1#:#$H8 1" 01)$;8 ,G3$ )16I$;"#2 /18H$88 (*"H8% or presents for neighbours and others. They are a great way to demonstrate appreciation. But if you want to give someone an arrangement with a distinctly holiday feel, try the Season’s Bounty arrangement. The collection of foliage includes pine, F$IG; G6I J;% F1,D*6$I )*H/ ;$I =2$' D$;;&% .29*6$ huckleberry branches, magnolia leaves and Leucodendron. =" ,1;$ 01)$;8 G;$ )/GH &1# G;$ 2113*6( "1;% H/$;$ are many seasonal arrangements that should do the trick. The Christmas Tradition arrangement includes red Ecuador roses, Cymbidium orchids, Star of Bethlehem and Leucodendron. </$ 01)$;8 G;$ 8#;;1#6I$I D& D$;;*$8% 9*6$F16$8 and winter greenery, all tucked into a ceramic cube

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planter. The table centre arrangement will bring colour and festivity to any holiday gathering. Orchids make for elegant and dramatic arrangements. For those in your life who enjoy a touch of drama in the home, there is the Christmas Cymbidium arrangement. The long-lasting orchid is combined with holiday greenery and displayed in a black ceramic cube vase. The arrangement makes a lovely table centre, with the wow factor improved by two or three of the orchid arrangements together. The orchids come in a variety of colours. For a classic holiday gift that’ll last through the season, there are jingle bell door swags. The door swag consists of

holiday greenery and pinecones, and is H;*,,$I )*H/ G ;$I ;*DD16 G6I D$2285 =H makes for a merry gift for neighbours and friends. There are many special seasonal gifts at Bunches and Blooms. Speak with the staff about these and other recommendations, and for tips on keeping the arrangements looking their best for as long as possible. .8 01;*8H8 G;$ E$;& D#8& I#;*6( H/$ /12*days, it is best to call ahead to get orders ready for both pickup and delivery. Bunches and Blooms can be reached at 604-5440996. Bunches and Blooms Floral is one of many specialty shops at the River Market at West,*68H$; B#G&% G6 *I$G2 92GF$ H1 J6I #6#8#G2 and special gifts for family and friends.

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be a positive force in the community. So you can feel good about crossing friends and family off your list when you shop there. The shop has a few recommendations for the holidays. It’s the time of year when many people bring evergreen boughs into their homes, or enjoy the aromatic and homey D$6$JH8 1" G >/;*8H,G8 H;$$5 But you don’t need a tree in your home to enjoy the lovely evergreen smell over the holidays. Harlow Skin Company in Vancouver creates hand-poured soy candles with wood wicks, which are carried at Good Omen. They come in a variety of scents, including Mountain Fire. The candle is scented with @*,G2G&G6 F$IG;)11I G6I J; $88$6H*G2 1*28% bringing the aroma of mountain forests in-

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each piece unique. Finally, for those who can’t decide what holiday gift would be best, the shop also offers gift kits.These contain some of the store’s favourite products, and each has a theme. There’s the Winter Care Ritual Kit, to help soothe a loved one during the blustery, cold weather. Or try the Pantry Essentials Kit, a great gift that helps friends and family keep their kitchens stocked. Each kit comes in a reusable woven poplar basket and is handwrapped in fabric. Good Omen, located at 34 Sixth St., has many special trinkets and items that would bring the comforts of home to those on your list. The shop is just one of the many downtown destinations perfect for holiday shopping.

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QUEENSBOROUGH LANDING the holidays off on the right foot Choosing the right present for everyone on your list can be challenging. What do they want? What do they need? What if it’s shoes? Queensborough Landing in New Westminster has many shopping options. The shopping centre has at least a dozen outlet stores on site, as well as many other shops. There are even outlet shoe stores, such as Soft Moc Shoe Rack, Aldo Outlet and DC Factory Store (which carries shoes and boots). Each store offers stylish shoes, boots and more, including footwear accessories, bags and wallets. The Aldo Outlet store is a great place for fancy footwear, if your loved one is hoping to hit the town in a pair of

pretty high heels or a dramatic pair of boots. Aldo’s Fraella H/*(/-/*(/ D11H8 )*22 I$J6*H$2& make a statement on the dance 011;5 Soft Moc Shoe Rack carries many casual and comfortable styles of shoes, and slip-on shoes are the ultimate relaxing outdoor footwear. They are also ideal for people who are on the go. The Clarks Ripton Free slip-on shoes for men are a great option for those who want to walk through town with comfort and ease. The shoes come in blue or brown, and would make a great spring walking shoe. There are many gift options that cover your loved ones from head to toe at the shops at Queensborough Landing. For 89$F*JF (*"H 2*8H *H$,8% D$ 8#;$ to check on the stores’ websites before heading down to the shopping centre at 805 Boyd St.

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SHOPS AT NEW WEST stockings at Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty is in the eye of the beholder but this year, it can be underneath the Christmas tree, as well. Beauty products can be luxurious gifts that give the person exactly what they need and want, or they can be the wrong colour or type. So it’s important to know the personal tastes of those on your gift list. Luckily, the staff in the cosmetics department at Shoppers Drug Mart at New Westminster Station can help. Speak with staff to get an idea of what might suit your loved one – your wife’s skin tone and can give hints to what colours will suit her best. It also helps to be aware of any restrictions, such as skin sensitivities. But barring H/18$ I*"JF#2ties, the holiday season is a great time to pick up makeup gift

packs and special toiletry sets. For a simple stocking stuffer, there is the Holiday 2016 limited edition Eos lip balm gift pack. The trio includes Visibly Soft Honey Apple, Organic Wild Berry and Passion Fruit lip balms. The pack can be divvied up in three stockings, or it can be wrapped and given as a Secret Santa gift. Other small items, such as mascara, and miniature containers of hand cream and lipstick, also make ideal stocking stuffers. Lise Watier’s Rouge Gourmand Gift Set is a great multitasker, when it comes to gift giving. It contains four mini lipsticks – Prune, Sucre d’Orge, Caprice and Ginger Bread – and one

regular size lipstick in Grenadine. . This kit can be used to stuff stockings, and it can also be given as a gift. There are a variety of other cosmetic gift options, such as this season’s latest colours and products. Nail polish is always popular, and there are gift packages containing different colours. But for something that makes a really useful gift, try an eye shadow palette. Winter eye shadow shades are perfect for creating a dramatic look for parties and gatherings, and for nights out on the town – say, New Year’s Eve. But nude eye shadow palettes are especially popular this year, as they are very versatile. The Maybelline Nudes Eye Shadow Palette, which is new to Shoppers Drug Mart,

works well with every woman’s colouring and skin tone. But if you’d rather just give the women in your life a larger gift, you can cross two people off your list in one go. Pick up an Elizabeth Arden item for one of the special people you’re shopping for – anything from perfume to skin care products – and get the Elizabeth Arden Bright Lights, Big City Collection for a special price. The collection comes with a slew of cosmetics and brushes, all in a pretty red cosmetics bag. There are choices galore at the Shoppers Drug Mart at 811 Columbia St. And there are many more gift options available at the other Shops at New West Station, too.

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12TH STREET of literary gifts at Renaissance Books

Buying local brings holiday giftgiving to another level, by giving back to the community. Renaissance Books on 12th Street features many local writers, so shopping there can put money in the pockets of local business owners and creators. Renaissance carries many books in categories from sci$6F$ JFH*16% H1 ;1,G6F$% H1 G;H8 and crafts. The shop specializes in unique, out1"-9;*6H G6I /G;I H1 J6I D11385 </$;$ *8 bound to be something special for those on

your gift list. The shop recommends great reads for kids, such as the award-winning picture book, Gayle the Goose Goes Global. It is the story of a directionally challenged Canada goose who explores the country after getting lost. The book was self-published by Natasha Peterson, and soon after it won a Canada Book Award. Witls Games and Animation did the book’s illustrations. It is intended for kids aged three to eight. For the preteen set, there is Gary Pryke’s book, The Adventures of Spike and Johnny: Somewhere Close to Forty. Rather than exploring the whole country, this story is based closer to home, in Vancouver. Johnny Upanishad, 12, rides his mountain bike with his trusty spider friend Spike, tracking down trouble and adventures. George Louie illustrated the book. Femi-

nists, and anyone interested in myths, equality and good storytelling, will enjoy The Adventures of SahebaN: Biography of a Relentless Warrior. The story follows four women, including the title character Saheban, the hero of a popular Pakistani folk story, as well as the G#H/1;% 7G#!*G AGJ:#$5 AGJ:#$ *8 G ?1#H/ Asian Canadian writer who worked as a journalist and scriptwriter in Pakistan. This is her second novel. The best presents are often not bought or sold, but made by hand,

as writer David E. Burnell well knows. For years, he wrote and shared stories with his family every Christmas Day after dinner. He eventually compiled these into a book, Dad’s >/;*8H,G8 ?H1;*$85 ?*6F$ *H JH8 81 )$22 )*H/ the season, it’ll be a great gift for anyone this Christmas. And for those who prefer a good novel to a book of short stories, Burnell has a few of those, as well. For history buffs, his novels on the lives of Canadian J(/H$; 9*21H8% =6 C1162*(/H48 ?/GI1) G6I . Nightingale Sang, are great choices. And for those more interested in local history, there is always Evelyn Sangster Benson’s A Century In A Small Town: One Family’s Stories, the oral history of generations of her family in New Westminster. Whatever the preferences of the readers in your life, there is something just right at Renaissance Books, located at 712B 12th St. And when in doubt, feel free to ask the 8HG"" GH H/$ 8/19 "1; G6& 89$F*JF ;$F1,,$6dations.

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Connect to Charities

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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. Lara Graham, Associate Publisher, New Westminster Record

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Fraserside Community Services Society

Lower Mainland Purpose Society

519 SEVENTH STREET, NEW WESTMINSTER

40 BEGBIE STREET, NEW WESTMINSTER

Our Focus

Our Work in the Community

Our Focus

Fraserside has gone through a rigorous process to create its new Five Year Strategic Plan. Fraserside’s vision is “To create communities of belonging where the diversity of all people is welcome.” The Agency engaged in a process to deﬁne the future we wanted to create and determined the Strategic Directions that will bring that future into reality.

Fraserside’s mission is to “support people needing housing, seeking work, with low-income/or having developmental disabilities, mental health or substance use issues. Our focus is New Westminster and neighbouring communities.”

Fraserside’s ﬁrst three directions are rooted in the communities it serves:

• Programs For Adults with a Development Disability

1. People belong when they find and maintain a home. 2. Our sense of well-being is significantly determined by the contributions we make. 3. People thrive when they belong in relationships to individuals, groups and communities. Fraserside also created two Strategic Directions for the Agency: A social profit organization achieves its vision first, when it is sustainable and second, when it fosters the development of its most valuable asset: the employees and volunteers. Lynda Edmonds, CEO sees the work of Fraserside as contributing toward communities where “we all belong. By setting the course towards a vision of belonging, not only will the lives of individuals be enriched, but our communities as a whole will be richer for it”.

Some of the services we offer include: • Volunteer Opportunities • Assistance to Low-Income Families • Programs For Adults with Mental Health Issues • Addictions Counselling • Children Who Witness Abuse Counselling • Emergency Shelter • Social Housing • Mobile Work Crew

Our History Fraserside started out as a small group of concerned New Westminster citizens in 1972 and has turned into one of the city’s largest organizations. Since its inception, Fraserside has been a ﬂexible organization that has responded to the needs of the community as they have arisen. Over the years, programs have come and gone; funders have appeared and disappeared. Staff, location, clients and challenges have constantly changed, but through it all there has been one constant: Fraserside’s commitment to the community.

How To Become Involved With the holiday season fast approaching, personal donations can be made in person, by mail, or online through our website at www.fraserside.bc.ca and just click “Make a Donation”. You will receive a tax receipt in the mail. Volunteer opportunities include helping out at our various programs. See our website for more information.

The Lower Mainland Purpose Society is a non-proﬁt agency incorporated under the Society Act in 1983. Today, over 100 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.

telephone: 604 526 2522 email: mail@purposesociety.org internet: www.purposesociety.org

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The Purpose Society’s longest standing program is the Purpose School. Purpose Secondary School is a special place. Some students need more than they can get in the public school system. Students who have attended the Purpose School have told us that they need to make a connection to their teachers, receive additional support, be cared about, listened to, not be judged and at the same time be challenged to achieve their potential. The graduating students are typically young people who others thought would never graduate (including parents). Every year at the graduation ceremonies, it is common to hear parents say, “I never thought I would see this day”. Research shows that the more education a person has, the less likely it is that she will require Income Assistance. For example, graduating 20 students each year, students who may never have graduated if they had not attended Purpose, translates to 20 young people who may never have to depend on Income Assistance or other government social service programs. These youth will ﬁnd work and contribute to their communities rather than being dependent. An investment in the Purpose Secondary School is an investment in human resources. The Purpose School offers grades 9 – 12. Students can receive a B.C. Dogwood Diploma upon completion of the required course work. This diploma allows access to secondary education programs at the many colleges and Universities. Students can also receive an Evergreen Diploma which indicates high school completion. Students over 18 can attend and receive the Adult Dogwood.

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 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 Progra: 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 25th 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

Monarch Place is a non-proﬁt charitable organization founded in 1997. Our transition home began operating in New Westminster the following year. Monarch Place provides an emergency ﬁrst stage transition house as well as complimentary services such as support groups, housing searches, counselling, outreach services, as well as multi-cultural outreach. Our values are based on safety, supportive service, integrity and dignity for all.

Our Goals

Our mission statement is simple: to provide women and children ﬂeeing from domestic abuse a secure place for them to regain their emotional and physical strength and to live according to their own true worth. Since its inception, more than forty two hundred women and children have shared the house 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.

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

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At Monarch Place, our goal is to provide women and their children who are victims of domestic violence with an experience of safety, encouragement, integrity and most of all, dignity. 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. We also assist our clients by way of education and by promoting awareness for the elimination of violence against women and children through a number of programs, educational opportunities, and resources. Monarch Place also works closely with other non-proﬁt organizations to spread the word about domestic abuse. We offer several resources and a host a variety of educational workshops, and 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

With the holiday season fast approaching, community members can donate to Monarch Place in various ways: • Monarch Place is currently collecting gifts for its Christmas hampers and gift bags for women and children. • We also have a wish list of items that are much needed at Monarch Place. You can help through generous ﬁnancial donations that can be directed through www.canadahelps. org (search words Monarch Place).

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.

Upcoming events

Monarch Place partners with the Royal City Rotary Club for a major fundraiser on Friday, February 10th – “The Heart of the Matter.” To ﬁnd out all about this or any other event, check out our website at www.monarchplace.org.

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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 on January 7 and 8, 2017 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-a-thon, 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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posAbilities Association of British Columbia #240-4664 LOUGHEED HWY., BURNABY

Our Focus

posAbilities is the product of four community living societies and an autism treatment center merging in 1998 and 2002 respectively. The founding organizations had served Burnaby and other communities since the late 1960s. Along with our core services, we engage in a variety of community development, social service design, and fundraising initiatives. In 2015 we embraced the Clothes Drop enterprise to assist us in diversifying our funding streams and developing more ﬂexible and responsive services.

Our Values

Our services are guided by a set of core values that describe how we work with persons served, families, community partners and each other. They are a part of all that we do, and a reminder of the “heart” that is in our work. A strong set of values ensures that our organization can continue to evolve with the changing needs of our persons served. Our core values include: Person-centredness: We are person-centred in our thinking and our actions. Inclusion: We embrace diversity and believe every person is an equal and valued member of community. Learning: We encourage innovation, learning and growth. Excellence: We act ethically and with integrity in all that we do. We celebrate the best in ourselves and others.

Name: Monique Nelson Telephone: 778.945.3367 Email: mnelson@posAbilities.ca Website: www.posAbilities.ca

Work in Community

Engaging the community is a large part of what we do in each service area: behaviour consultation, employment, community inclusion and home living services. Our team is focused on innovation and community connection and their work is varied and expansive. You’ll find us working on neighbourhood emergency preparedness plans, hosting social gatherings, offering training and skill development programs all while developing our Clothes Drop enterprise. We support individuals to meet others who share their interests, and discover opportunities for them to contribute their passions, skills and gifts. Some recent projects include establishing Can you dig it inclusive community gardens with groups like Edmonds People in Community (EPIC), with a portion of the harvest donated back to those in need; or delivering Meals on Wheels to seniors, and cohosting free clothing events. We also offer social and employment skills development for youth, and capacity building training for families and community organizations. Examples include our Connect with PEERS ® and Head Start Youth Employment camps, workshops on how to create a secure future for individuals with disabilities, our Triple P® Positive Parenting Program and custom trainings for volunteers and staff teams who are looking to enhance their skills working with individuals who require support. More recently, we have partnered with Inclusion BC’s in Clothes Drop initiative. We host several bins with other non-profit community partners like the Down Syndrome Research Foundation, and clothing drives with businesses like Stantec and others in the Still Creek Industrial Park. We also partner with multi-family housing communities. We have diverted 248,152 pounds of textiles and small housewares from landfills from January to October of this year!

How to become involved

Get involved by donating your time, talent or participating in our Clothes Drop enterprise! Here’s how: • Find a local Clothes Drop donation bin and donate clothing, textiles and small housewares. • Clothes Drop can help you fundraise for a community cause close to your heart too. We partner with schools, sports teams, clubs and other non-proﬁts. Contact us! • Volunteer your time or talent to assist adults with developmental disabilities in developing a new skill or interest.

Upcoming events

Triple P® Stepping Stones - Wednesdays, Starting January 11, 2017 until March 8, 2017 Triple P® Stepping Stones is for every parent with a child (up to 12 years of age) with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and/ or a developmental disability, whether it is for speciﬁc concerns or advice on common everyday issues. For more information, visit www.LaurelBC.ca or call 778 945 1435.

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Pottery Works 612 VICTORIA STREET, NEW WESTMINSTER

Our Focus

PotteryWorks is a multi-media art studio, that supports, teaches and promotes artists who are overcoming disability through the practice of art and craft. We teach pottery skills, such as wheel throwing and hand building as well as slip-casting in moulds. Our painting group, the Colour Collective, learn the principles of colour theory and perspective by following the work of such masters as the Group of Seven, Van Gogh, Monet and the other Impressionists. They work in acrylic and watercolour. We have a group of photographers, Snap Photo Club, who go into their community and record their impressions of it on ﬁlm. Our artists also produce jewellery, hand painted and photo cards.

Our Goals

Our primary goal at PotteryWorks is to support community inclusion for our artists. We teach and promote them to become valued members of their communities and to be recognized for their abilities and contributions.

Telephone: 604.553.7332 Cell: 778.227.1081 Website: potteryworks.ca Facebook: Potteryworks-

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Twitter: @potteryworks-cls

Work in Community

PotteryWorks started operations 16 years ago. We are sponsored by the Community Living Society, an organization that has been providing residential and day supports since the 1970’s. We started with six artists in 2000 and now represent over 40. Our artists have shown their work at shows and galleries all over the Lower Mainland. Some of the highlights include a month long show last July at Lookout Gallery at UBC, of 25 landscape paintings by our Colour Collective group of painters. We opened a store at the River Market in New Westminster about ﬁve years ago, to give our artists exposure and an opportunity to meet and interact with the public. At River Market, our artists demonstrate how they paint their pottery for the public and develop relationships with their community. Our photographers have shown their work at multiple shows and produce a line of photo cards that are very popular. Through learning the techniques and discipline of pottery and painting, our artists have grown as people and meeting the public and selling their work helps to heal self- esteem and give them an identity and role in the larger society. At our River Market store, two of our artists have been able to fulﬁll a lifetime goal to work with children, by becoming instructors in our “Painted Pots and Polka Dots” children’s pottery workshops. We plan to offer evening and weekend classes for the public at our new location at 612 Victoria St. in New Westminster, where our artists can participate in running the classes.

Our artists and staff

PotteryWorks represents over forty artists, all overcoming some form of disability. Some live in residential facilities and attend the studio with support staff, while others are self- advocates who live and travel independently on transit. Working artists are on staff at the PotteryWorks studio and give lessons and support to the attending artists.

How to become involved

Drop by either of our locations to meet our artists, they love to show their work and the pride they have. We do accept donations and have had many generous donations of pottery and art supplies, as well as funds. Members of the public have volunteered in our studio.

Upcoming events

We are having a Holiday Show and Sale at our Victoria St. location, to introduce it to the public but the same discounts apply to our River Market store.

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Queen’s Park Healthcare Foundation 315 MCBRIDE BOULEVARD, NEW WESTMINSTER

Our Focus

Our Work in the Community

Established in 1983, the Queen’s Park Healthcare Foundation raises funds for the Queen’s Park Care Centre and William Rudd House, which play a vital role in the healthcare community of New Westminster by providing a centre of geriatric excellence. Our facilities strive to maintain the integrity of residents and patients in the areas of health, privacy, dignity and independence to the greatest extent possible, and provide supportive care within a living environment of those persons unable to reside within community or other settings.

The Queen’s Park Healthcare Foundation assists residents and family members from the Queen’s Park Care Centre and William Rudd House, as well as many others who are referred for adult care programs, respite programs and in/out patient programs for rehabilitative services that help stabilize and restore abilities after spending time in an acute care hospital.

Using partnerships, education and funding, the Queen’s Park Healthcare Foundation serves as a catalyst for enhancing the well-being and full potential of elders and others in our community of care.

Funds are raised to help purchase important medical equipment, as well as provide items and services that make our facilities more home-like, such as blanket warmers, Wi-Fi, ventilation systems, a courtyard garden, beauty salon renovations and the refurbishment of Quintessential, the Gift Shop at the Queen’s Park Care Centre, with all proceeds of sales going directly to improving the quality of care for residents and patients. The Foundation also funds a Concerts in Care program, which brings professional singers and musicians every month for performances for our residents. Many families in New Westminster rely or have relied on the care offered at the Queen’s Park Care Centre and William Rudd House. As New West focuses on becoming a “Compassionate City,” it’s important to become aware of the needs for our seniors and elders. We hope you consider us if you’re making a charitable donation this Christmas.

Upcoming Events

Next year marks the 40th anniversary of the Queen’s Park Care Centre, and the Foundation will be hosting a community barbeque in the summer. You’ll be invited to come down and have a hamburger or hot dog, and meet our community here at the Queen’s Park Care Centre and William Rudd House. After all, our community is your community. In addition, the Foundation will be working with the Queen’s Park Healthcare Volunteer Society for their two events: the 4th Annual Lawn Bowling Fundraiser and the 5th Annual Homes for the Holidays tour. Plus, the Gift Shop will stay open late one night in early December for those looking for that unique or special Christmas gift.

name: Jason Lesage, Executive Director (Interim)

How You Can Get Involved

telephone: 604.517.8661 email:

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Twitter: @QPHFoundation

Your time and money are greatly appreciated. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to help us bring comfort and compassion for our residents and patients.

330 EAST COLUMBIA STREET, NEW WESTMINSTER BC, V3L 3W7

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 close to 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

The Foundation is proud to support plans for a major redevelopment of Royal Columbian Hospital. The multi-year redevelopment would occur in three phases. Phase one, which was approved by the province in May 2015 and is now underway, 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 propose to add 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. In addition to its support for redevelopment plans, the Foundation is also currently seeking help to bring the latest, most advanced technology to the hospital’s cardiac catheterization lab – the busiest in the province. With its two cath lab suites, Royal Columbian cares for cardiac emergencies from across Fraser Health — an area stretching from Burnaby to Boston Bar, including more than 1.7 million residents. Today, these much-used cath labs are in need of full upgrades to introduce the latest life-saving technology and make sure Royal Columbian continues to deliver the highest level of care to some of the most seriously ill and injured patients in the province. The Foundation also continues to help fund the priority equipment needs in a number of hospital departments that deliver care to thousands of patients each year.

How To Become Involved

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.

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If you’ve ever been told you can’t carry a tune, a new choir will be music to your ears. St. Barnabas Anglican Church is hosting a new nobarrier community choir that will soon be getting underway. “It’s not a church choir; it’s a community choir,” said Rev. Emilie Smith. “We call it a no-barrier community choir.What it means is that everybody is invited. It’s open to all people from all walks of life, all cultures, all faiths, all abilities. It’s not auditioned. Nobody is going to get turned away because they think they can’t sing.” Patti Powell, who directs three community choirs in Vancouver, will lead the new choir that will get underway in January. Powell grew up with a significant stutter, but discovered she had no difficulty singing, an experience

that led her to believe everyThe community choir one has the right to sing. will meet for 10 sessions An “appetizer session” on Tuesdays from 12:30 to for anyone wondering what 2:30 p.m. starting on Jan. it’s all about or wanting to 10. A donation is requested give it a try is taking place from participants, but subsion Tuesday, Dec. 13 from dies are available for this no12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at St. barrier community choir. Barnabas Church, 1010 If you’re one of those Fifth Ave. folks who were “It’s communitold to “mouth the ty focused,” Smith words” in school said. “It’s focused concerts, Smith on community said this is the rather than perforchoir for you. mance. It’s about “It doesn’t matbeing with each ter how terrible other. It’s involved they think they are with the neigh– Patti can make bourhood.” everybody sing,” The communi- Patti Powell she said. “They director ty choir is based on are extremely sucthe idea that singcessful in Vancouing is an essential human ver.There are lots and lots birthright, a powerful source of people who are told they of energy and connection, don’t sing because you’re and a potent tool for buildbetter off not to.” ing communities. It’s also For more information, thought that singing in harcall 604-526-6646 or email mony teaches people to celstbarna@telus.net. ebrate diversity and to practise deep listening.

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pening their first clinic together in 1995, Registered Massage Therapists Rick Tkach and Jeanie Bezdan had a vision of a multidisciplinary clinic offering clients access to a full range of therapies in one place. “Our original clinic in Burnaby was small with no room to grow,” Jeanie remembers. “We had nowhere to assist our clients with therapeutic exercises and were pretty much restricted to massage therapy.” Fast-forward to June 2015 when Rick and Jeanie opened state-of-the-art Royal City Health & Manual Therapy, conveniently located in the Royal City Centre Mall, New Westminster. The clinic features a fully equipped gym for therapeutic exercises, as well as massage therapy rooms, physiotherapy, clinical counselling, and a chiropractic practice in addition to dietician services. “By offering a holistic, integrated approach to wellness, our clients can access all the therapies they need under one roof,” Jeanie explains. “It also means that our professional practitioners can collaborate regarding the direction of a patient’s therapy to optimize results.” While Royal City Health has a track record of helping patients with sports injuries, you don’t need to be an athlete to benefit from the clinic’s rehabilitative services. “Royal City Health services are available to both athletes and non-athletes,” Jeanie says.

“Clients receive a full evaluation to discover the underlying cause of their pain or discomfort, and then a therapist helps them set up a personalized program and goal.” Physicians often refer patients to Royal City Health due to the clinic’s reputation for results-orientated programs and experienced therapists and service providers. Clients can also self-refer for any of Royal City Health’s services and programs. “Once your course of treatment is complete,” Jeanie says, “you’ll receive periodic calls to ensure that you continue to do well.” For more information on Royal City Health’s integrated rehabilitation services, call 604.524.4446, visit the website at http://newwestminsterphysiotherapy.com, email info@newwestphysio.com, or stop by the clinic at 210-610 Sixth Street, New Westminster. Royal City Health can also be found on Facebook.

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EXPERIENCE CHILDREN, the new exhibition at the New Media Gallery, with works by six international artists.The gallery at Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St., is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and until 8 p.m.Thursday, www.newmediagallery. ca.

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KISS THE COD AND GET ‘SCREECHED IN’ at the New Fish and the Skipper Dickie Experience, a fundraiser taking place at the Fireside Pub in Sapperton on Saturday, Dec. 10.Tickets are $20 (and available at the pub at 421 East Columbia St.) and include a burger and a beer. New Fish will perform Irish East Coast music at the fundraiser, which also includes a 50/50 draw and a performance by Devon Wells, one of North America’s top banjo players. Proceeds will go to the Fraserside Community Services Society’s emergency shelter.

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ENJOY A TASTY FAMILY CHRISTMAS DINNER on Sunday, Dec. 11 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Queensborough Community Centre.This annual event includes a catered traditional turkey feast with all the options, but vegetarian options are also available.Tickets are $20 for adults and $8 for children; for info, call 604-

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an author reading, raffle prizes and book signings. It’s taking place on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr. Two dollars from every book sold will support athletes with intellectual disabilities through Special Olympics British Columbia.

LET THE LITTLE ONES EXPERIENCE A Very Canadian Christmas at Irving House, where kids aged five to seven can make a traditional pomander ornament, a Victorian toy and paper ornament to take home.They’ll also listen to holiday stories and explore a Victorian house decorated

Making merry: A Christmas dinner feast for the family is being served at Queensborough Community Centre Sunday. PHOTO THINKSTOCK

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Community Get cooking at pop-up community kitchen Theresa McManus AROUND TOWN

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A pop-up community kitchen is underway at Centennial Community Centre. The free community kitchen gives folks a chance to learn new recipes, cook a healthy (and yummy) meal and meet with friends. Each week features a new topic such as on-pan meals, protein-rich vegetarian meals, meals under $5 and more. The community kitchens are taking place on Thursday, Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb. 9 and March 9 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at 65 East Sixth Ave. Childminding is available. To register, call Centennial Community Centre at 604-777-5100 or Pat at 604-368-0906. TOP DOG Kudos to New West resident Brigette Mayer, who recently graduated with

distinction from the Karen Pryor Academy and has been named a certified training partner. Mayer, who has owned and operated mutt & moggy Training and Pet Care Centre for the past seven years, is committed to fearand force-free training techniques. She’s the first trainer with this designation to live and work in New Westminster. According to a press release, Karen Pryor Academy of Animal Training and Behavior is an innovative institution committed to educating, certifying and promoting the next generation of animal trainers.Through the program, Mayer completed an intensive education process and demonstrated a high level of skill in training dogs, as well as teaching dog owners, said the press release. “Our graduates are not only skilled trainers, they are excellent teachers,” Karen Pryor said in the re-

lease. “I’m proud to be able to welcome Brigette to the growing family of KPA-certified dog trainers worldwide.”

FESTIVE FUN AT ST. BARNABAS St. Barnabas Church is inviting community members to celebrate a Latin American Christmas tradition. The church is once again hosting a posada on Sunday, Dec. 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. A posada (Spanish for lodging) is a traditional Latin American celebration reenacting Mary and Joseph’s search for a place to stay in Bethlehem. “That’s just a wander around the neighbourhood looking for a place for Mary to have her baby and getting rejected everywhere and then coming back for a big Latino party here at the church,” said Rev. Emilie Smith. “Everybody is welcome.” Call 604-526-6646 or email stbarna@telus.net.

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There’s still a couple days to donate to Fraser River Middle School’s Christmas hamper program. The school is collecting non-perishable food to put in the hampers. Folks have until Friday, Dec. 9 (tomorrow) to get their donations in. The parent advisory council asks you to send food items to school with your kids. COFFEE MORNINGS MOVED TO TUESDAY Heads up for parents at Fraser River Middle School – community coffee mornings have moved to Tuesday mornings. The weekly socials run from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. every Tuesday and are hosted by the school’s child and youth worker. Fraser Middle is at 800

Queens Ave. TELUS MAKES A DONATION Connaught Heights Elementary was the lucky recipient of a donation by the Telus Community Ambassadors. During the fall, the folks from Telus gave the school new office supplies, grocery gift cards for the school’s hampers and breakfast program, and $1,500 for new books for the school library, according to Connaught’s school newsletter. “The Telus Community Ambassadors are a group of retired and current Telus employees who are passionate about volunteering in their communities,” read the newsletter. “We are very fortunate to have their support at Connaught Heights, and we look forward to book shopping together in the near future.” BOOK FAIRS COMING SOON We’ve got two book fairs

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Enjoy some pre-Christmas fun for the family Julie MacLellan FAMILY TIES

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’Tis the season to be jolly – and to wonder how on earth you’re going to keep those overexcited small humans in your house busy until Christmas. Never fear, New West has plenty of pre-Christmas fun for families to enjoy. Here are just a few things you might want to check out: CRAFT TIME The New Westminster Public Library has some crafty options for all ages. Among them: Holiday storytime and craft: Kids aged two to six are invited out for a holidaythemed storytime and craft on Thursday, Dec. 15 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the main branch. Winter break drop-in craft: School’s out! Kids aged three to eight are invited to join in a drop-in crafting session, with parent participation. It’s on Tuesday, Dec. 10 from 10:30 a.m.

to noon, plus two Thursdays (Dec. 22 and 29) from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Adult Crafternoon: Yes, grown-ups can get crafty too.You’re invited to join in with Denise Corcoran of Thrifty by Design, in a free program on Saturday, Dec. 17 at 2 p.m.You have to sign up ahead – call 604527-4666. The main library branch is at 716 Sixth Ave. See www.nwpl.ca for details. NEW WESTMINSTER PARKS AND REC As always, the city has a host of Christmas offerings for families. Here are just a sampling: Parent and Tots at Christmas: Two- to fouryear-olds, with parent or caregiver, are invited to the Centennial Community Centre on Thursday, Dec. 15 to take part in a 10 a.m. session that includes paints, Play-Doh and holiday projects. It costs $7.75. Register at 604-777-5100 (course 155003). Let’s Get Frozen: Fro-

zen party games, Frozen treats, and Olaf and Elsa decorations are all on tap for the young Frozen fan in your house. For threeto five-year-olds, this class is on Tuesday, Dec. 20 at 12:30 p.m. Register at 604777-5100, $11.50 (course 155013). Yuletide Yummies: Three- to five-year-olds can get their hands on some holiday baking in this class at Centennial Community Centre, which costs $11.50. It’s on Thursday, Dec. 15 at noon (course 155007) and Monday, Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. (155008). Christmas Craft Creations: Five- to 10-yearolds can take part in this program at Centennial Community Centre on Wednesday, Dec. 21 at 12:30 p.m. It costs $11.50, register at 604-777-5100 (155018). Mrs. Claus’s Kitchen: At the Queensborough Community Centre, kids aged five to 10 can enjoy baking holiday favourites and playing holiday games. It’s on Thursday, Dec. 22

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from 9 a.m. to noon. Register at 604-525-7388 (course 154995). It costs $22. Afterschool Special – Holiday Style: This one’s for the 13- to 18-year-old set, and it’s held at Anvil Centre in Studio 411.Teens can turn out for the artmaking program to create one-of-a-kind gifts. It runs Tuesday to Friday, Dec. 13 to 16, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Registration fee is $12.50 (course number 152470). I could go on and on, since the Christmas brochure is packed full of fun,

but why not check it out for yourself? Pick up a Christmas 2016 Active Living Guide at city facilities, or download one from www. newwestcity.ca. IRVING HOUSE The city’s Victorian home museum is all decked out for the holidays, and it’s offering a number of programs for all ages. Kids aged five to seven can enjoy A Very Canadian Christmas on Saturday, Dec. 10 at 10 a.m. Christmas Cheer after-

noons for the whole family are offered on Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 10, 11, 17 and 18, from noon to p.m. – drop in at any time, by donation, to checked out the home’s Victorian decorations, enjoy live Christmas music and make a tree decoration. The home also hosts Victorian Christmas Teas, by registration, on Dec. 10, 11, 17 and 18, with seatings at noon, 1 and 2 p.m.You can register as an individual for $19, or for six people for $114. See www.tinyurl.com/ NWHeritagePrograms or call 604-527-4640. SKATE WITH SANTA Moody Park Arena is all decked out for the holidays, and Santa Claus will make his annual appearance. Kids can skate with the big guy, make crafts and take part in a variety of on-ice activities. The fun is on Saturday, Dec. 17 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Regular admission rates apply. Call 604-525-5301 for details.

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The senior girls Hyacks ventured to the warm Hawaiian islands and brought some heat of their own home. Its the third time the program has headed to Maui in the past six years, with the previous two resulting in a 2-12 record. This time around, New West produced and finished the tilt of exhibition and tournament slate at 4-1. The only loss came in the opening match of the King Kekualike tournament against State runner-up Lahainaluna, 56-26. “We’d never played them before but they were good, and we were playing eight minute quarters and no shot clock,” noted New West coach Doug Woodward. “They knew how to control the ball, and after one quarter we trailed 6-2.” In that game, the Hyacks lost starting guard Sarah Forgie, who was sidelined after hitting her head on the floor. The Hawaiian schools,Woodward said, have medical staff at the games and Forgie was pulled aside and tested. She sat out the rest of the tournament. Despite missing one of their top players, the Hyacks rebounded and defeated both Baldwin, 42-31, and King Kekaulike 40-32 to finish third. “We are a very young team because we lost five starters (to graduation),” said Woodward. “But this is one of the best teams I’ve had, in Hawaii we used a zone full court (defence) and they played it well, we had (our opponent) pegged.” The team enters this week’s St.Thomas More senior girls Chancellor tournament with some appropriate jump, he said. “We look really good, but we’ve got a lot of room to grow.” New Westminster is also preparing for its own tourney, the senior and junior girls Bob Gair Classic, which runs Dec. 14 to 16.

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Growing up, Fiona Doyle could always turn to soccer for an outlet to any frustrations that troubled her. The game presented not just a fun and serious competition – a blank slate to brighten her day – but it also brought her friendships, camaraderie and a healthy activity. It continues to do that for the 28 year old. It’s something her younger sister Siobhan would watch but could not join in to the same extent, as someone diagnosed with autism. Now the elder Doyle sister is helping spearhead a program that will give local kids ages 8 to United for an inclusive cause: The Royal City Youth Soccer Club is offering an inclusive, adaptive soccer program for children who have special needs. The program, Royal City United, will benefit from a number of local coaches stepping forward. Pictured are volunteers, back 14 with special needs a chance row from left, Dylan Myers, RCYSA president Karen Murray, Fiona Doyle, Paul Myers, Siobhan Doyle, Norm Stevens and Colin Meldrum. to enjoy the soccer experience PHOTO CONTRIBUTED to the best of their abilities. “I wanted somewhere for lege and as a special educational as- Olympics, she’s on the soccer team Haines has, like Doyle, a special kids to play in their own commusistant at her alma mater St.Thom- and the bowling league I saw how education assistance background. nity, meet other kids, and our goal as More Collegiate. it works and I wanted to bring it to Stephanie Walker has coached Speis hopefully some of the kids will Stevens, who coaches Doyle with New Westminster,” said Doyle. cial Olympics and is working on her build confidence or know some of masters of education in special eduthe metro women’s Div. 3 Royal There is no territorial boundthe basics and possibly play on othCity Kodiaks, said he was inspired ary for the program, so people from cation, concentrating on autism and er teams,” said Doyle, who noted developmental disabilities. by watching the people with the Burnaby and other neighbouring her sister was an inspiration. “I just Michelle Murray is a RCYSC Special Olympics, and seeing the communities would be welcome, alwant to help them learn a little, entechnical coach and has experience younger Doyle sister attend the Ko- though space is capped at 20 kids. joy a healthy activity like soccer.” as a behaviour interventionist. diaks games to cheer on her sibling. A key part of offering a program Working with the Royal City The goal, Doyle said, is to have “Siobhan came to our games and is having the right coaches – with Youth Soccer Club president Kara high ratio of coaches with kids in was standing on the sidelines – just experience and knowledge working en Murray, Doyle and coach Norm the greatest girl – and that prob8-to-10 and 11-to-14 groups. It will with kids of various developmental Stevens came up with the Royal run Mondays (Jan. 9 to March 6) ably got me thinking she should and physical abilities – and Doyle City United adaptive soccer profor eight weeks at Fraser River Midbe on the field playing soccer with said once word got around about gram, for children with developdle, with the cost being $60. her peers, playing something,” nother plan, qualified people stepped mental and/or physical needs.The “The whole idea is to get them ed Stevens. “I had been thinking forward. goal is for it to open more doors for about it for a long time.You watch finding something they might like Doyle has a strong group of peochildren who have fewer opportuni- the Special Olympics and go, ‘God, ple who signed up to making the and hopefully they’ll be life-long ties to be active. that’s neat.’” program a reality, with a majority of players, even if it’s not soccer, just A New West native and Dougbe active in their community,” said The focus will be on fun. them from the Royal City ranks. las College graduate, Doyle will be Doyle. “My sister does a lot of work with Dylan and Paul Myers have nuapplying the skills she has gained To register or for more info, go to the Canucks Autism Network, and merous years coaching experience, through personal experience, in col- because she’s also in the Special www.rcysc.com. while Kodiaks’ teammate Kelsey

Lineup set for junior curling championships Dan Olson

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Now there’s just the waiting. All teams have qualified and are preparing for the B.C. Junior Curling championships, which go Dec. 27 to Jan. 1, hosted by New Westminster’s Royal City Curling Club. The final playdowns wrapped up last week, with competitions in Prince George, Courtenay, Creston and Vernon deciding the last spots for both junior boys and girls in the aged 20 and under circuit. Team Tardi, which represents the Royal City/ Langley curling clubs, captured the A event in the Coastal playdowns on Vancouver Island by beating Royal City’s Team Proctor 10-3 in seven ends in the A final.The defending B.C. junior men’s champions feature skip Tyler Tardi, third

Sterling Middleton of Burnaby, second Jordan Tardi and lead Nicholas Meister. The Tardi squad also were bronze medalists at the 2016 nationals. Team Proctor, which also advanced, includes skip Tyler Proctor of Burnaby, New West’s Horace Mak at third, second Matthew Chan of Vancouver and lead Breyden Chong of Burnaby. The B qualifier was Team Habkirk from Victoria, who Tardi bested 9-6 in the semifinal. New West’s Team Sato captured the other spot. The Sato rink, which is the youngest team to qualify and also eligible for the provincial under-18 championships, includes skip Hayato Sato of Coquitlam, third Dawson Ballard, second Troy Chong and lead Joshua Miki. Clinching their positions earlier at the Optimist Junior Cashspiel in Esquimalt were Royal City curling’s Team Kiss and Team McCrady.

The Kiss foursome accumulated 284 points on the junior men’s circuit to stake out a provincial berth, ahead of McCrady’s 202 points. Team Kiss includes skip Jordan Kiss, Nicholas Umbach,Travis Cameron and Derek Chandler.Team McCrady, which took silver at last year’s junior championships, features skip Matthew McCrady, Zac Curtis, Jacob Umbach and Brayden Carpenter. On the junior women’s side, defending B.C. champion Team Daniels secured its berth with a strong run on the junior tour, avoiding a Coastal playdown battle.The Royal City crew tabulated the most points on the B.C. Junior Women’s Curling Tour, capped by a win at the Optimist Junior Cashspiel three weeks ago. The Daniels rink includes skip Sarah Daniels, third Sarah Loken, second Megan Daniels and lead Sydney Brilz.

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Douglas tops VIU to end drought A decade passed between Royals’ win over Mariners on volleyball court

Joint venture: The Royal City Ravens’ Charlotte Hewlett-Bowbrick, at left, battles her Vancouver Athletic Lions’ rival for possession in under-13 girls soccer action last week. Hewlett-Bowbrick tallied the game’s only goal, as Royal City kept its undefeated record intact at 7-03 in league play. PHOTO JENNIFER GAUTHIER

The Douglas College Royals closed out the first half of the women’s volleyball season in a good spot, and on a good run. Although the last head-tohead weekend saw them draw a split, it came against the topranked team in Canada, the Vancouver Island University (VIU) Mariners. While they enter the Christmas break with a 3-0 loss on their minds, the fact that the Royals kept it close each set – falling 25-21, 25-22, 25-23 in Nanaimo – offered some seasonal solace and hope. Even better, a day earlier Douglas College briefly drew even with the Mariners in the PacWest standings, edging the Islanders 3-1 (25-13, 23-25, 25-23, 25-22) in a victory that was a long time coming. That opening set, where the visitors dominated the heavilyfavoured hosts, set the stage for the Royals’ first win over VIU in a decade.

Friday’s victory over the Mariners ended a 10-year drought for the New Westminster team, a streak that saw VIU, and in its previous incarnation, Malaspina, go 93-6 in sets over Douglas. Leading the way in the win were Brazilian rightside hitter Vania Oliveira, who racked up 15 kills, while Georgia Hurry and Juliana Penner picked up 13 apiece. Knocking down eight in support was Vicki Schley. Although they were unable to complete the sweep on Saturday, the closeness of each set was a strong sign that the No. 6-ranked Royals are within striking distance. In the loss, Oliveira netted 11 kills and two aces. Schley counted another eight kills, while Autumn Davidson and Penner tacked on six each. The season starts back up Jan. 6 when the Royals host Fraser Valley.

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Two Cups of mincemeat ﬁlls 12 tarts

$$ 99

Glace Cherries Red or Bittersweet Callebaut Chocolate Green (71% Butter Fat) $2.42/100g ............................................ $1.10/100gm ...............

$$ 99 99

Thompson Raisins Black Currants (Seedless U.S.) 79¢/100gm...................

$ 99 59

10 10 $ 99 $ 1 99 11

Thompson Raisins Fruitcake Mix (Seedless U.S.) Deluxe – No peel 44¢/100g................................................ $1.10/gm......................

41 $ 99 $1049 4

BittersweetSeeded Callebaut Australian Lexia Chocolate (71% Butter Fat) Raisins $2.42/100g ............................................ $1.32/100gm ................

$ 99 $ 99 /lb

$ $

/lb /LB

99 99/lb /LB

/lb /LB /LB

10 4 $ 99 1 $ 49 1 $ 99 10 $ 99 7 $ 99 1 $ 99 $ 8 99 10 $ 99 $1099 1 $$699 1099

$ 99 /lb $ 99 /LB

/lb

1/2 lb

/lb

/LB

/lb

/LB

/lb

/LB /lb

$$ 99 29

/LB /lb

Bittersweet Callebaut Chocolate (71% Butter Fat) Red Maraschino $2.42/100g ............................................ Cherries No Stem 99¢/100gm................... Thompson Raisins (Seedless U.S.)

44¢/100g................................................ Ginger in Syrup

Buderim Australia $3.30/100gm ............... Bittersweet Callebaut Chocolate (71% Butter Fat) $2.42/100g ............................................ Unsulphered Crystalized Diced Ginger $2.99/gm Raisins bag Thompson (Seedless U.S.)

44¢/100g................................................

Crystalized Thailand Ginger Chunks Bittersweet Callebaut $1.32/100gm .............. Chocolate (71% Butter Fat)

$2.42/100g ............................................

Sundried Turkish Figs Calimyrna Thompson Raisins $1.10/100gm ............... (Seedless U.S.)

44¢/100g................................................

Medjool Dates $1.32/100gm ............... Bittersweet Callebaut Chocolate (71% Butter Fat)

$2.42/100g ............................................

Pitted Dates for Baking 33¢/100gm................... Thompson Raisins (Seedless U.S.)

44¢/100g................................................

10 4

/LB/lb

$$ 99 99/lb

/LB

/lb /LB

1 14 $ 99 10 200 $ 99 1 $ 99 5 $ 99 10 $ 99 $499 1 $ 99 $ 5 99 10 $ 99 /lb $ 99 /LB

/lb

gm bag /lb

/LB

/lb

/LB /lb

49 $$ 99 /LB /lb

STARTS ThailandSALE Mango Slices $ 99 $1.10/100gm ................ Thursday March 13th, /LB ends Saturday April 1st

Galloway’s FINE FOOD SPECIALTIES

44¢/100g................................................

Thompson Raisins LargeU.S.) White Raw (Seedless 44¢/100g................................................ Cashews pcs $1.32/100gm ............... Bittersweet Callebaut Chocolate (71% Butter Fat) Jumbo Whole $2.42/100gRaw ............................................ Cashews $1.98/100gm ............... Thompson Raisins (Seedless U.S.)

44¢/100g................................................ Licorice All Sorts 88¢/100gm .................. Bittersweet Callebaut Chocolate (71% Butter Fat) $2.42/100g ............................................

Australian Apricot Logs $2.42/100gm ............... Thompson Raisins (Seedless U.S.)

44¢/100g................................................

Dark Chocolate Almond Bark

Bittersweet Callebaut $1.76/100gm ............... Chocolate (71% Butter Fat)

$2.42/100g ............................................

Chocolate Covered Ginger Raisins Thompson $1.54/100gm (Seedless U.S.) 44¢/100g................................................

/lb /LB

10 5 $ 99 $1 99 5 /LB

/lb /LB

10 8 $ 99 1 $ 99 3 $ 99 10 $ 99 10 $ 99 1 $ 99 $ 7 99 10 $ 99 $699 1

$ 99 /lb $ 99 /LB

/lb

/LBS

/lb

/LB

/lb

/LB

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SALE$1099 STARTS Thursday Dec$8 99 , ends Tuesday Dec120

Bittersweet Callebaut Chocolate (71% Butter Fat)

/lb

$2.42/100g ............................................

Thompson Raisins

(Seedless U.S.)

44¢/100g................................................

/lb

702 SIXTH AVENUE, NEW WESTMINSTER

604•526•7525

www.gallowaysnewwest.com

STORE HOURS: Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:30pm • Friday 9:00am - 9:00pm • Saturday 9:00am - 5:30pm • Sunday 12noon - 4:00 pm • Stat Holidays - Closed

56 THURSDAY December 8, 2016 • New Westminster RECORD

HOLIDAY SHOPPING Prices Effective December 8 to December 14, 2016.

100% BC Owned and Operated PRODUCE

MEAT B.C. Grown Organic Spartan Apples from Clapping Chimp

French Cut Green Beans Imported

1.36kg bag

300g package

3.48

Farmcrest/Yarrow Meadows Whole Organic Chickens

13.21kg

1.98

5.99lb

1.98 each

9.99lb/22.02kg Sockeye Salmon Burgers

19.82kg

8.99lb

7.99lb

DELI Canadian Heritage Organics Organic Maple Syrup

Ceres 100% Juice assorted varieties 1L • +deposit +eco fee product of South Africa

280g product of Canada

6.99 to 7.99

Carr’s Crackers assorted varieties assorted sizes • product of Britian

2.29 to 3.99

UP TO

34%

Riviera Petit Organic or Goat Milk Yogurt assorted varieties 4 pack

SAVE

UP TO

40%

Lactantia Butter

Pur Gum

product of Canada

21% 4.99

Anita’s Organic Oats, Flour and Pancake Mix

Kitchen Basics Cooking Stock assorted varieties

SAVE

946ml • product of USA

Dalla Terra Antipasto

Kikkoman Sauces

assorted varieties

assorted sizes product of USA

SAVE

to 30% 2.49 5.69 UP TO

UP TO

36%

A. Vogel Herbal Remedies Assorted Varieties Assorted Sizes

20% off

Assorted Varieties Assorted Sizes

20% off

Assorted Varieties 140g

Dr. Bronner’s Toothpaste

Regular Retail Price

Assorted Varieties

5.99

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2.69 to 5.99

2.99 6.49

Choices’ Star of the Season Program For more details on each neighbourhood house, please visit our website, www.choicesmarkets.com.

Dr. Bronner’s Castile Bar Soaps

3.99

375-500ml • product of USA, Bulgaria

Your donation of only $2 supports the growth of healthy communities. Now in its 14th year, Choices’ Star of the Season Program enriches the lives of families all across MetroVancouver and the Okanagan. Kindly donated by Calabar Printers, Choices’ Holiday Stars may be purchased until December 24th for a donation of $2.00.

Regular Retail Price

Box of 30 Sachets

Natural Factors Anti-Viral Echinamide Anti-Cold Echinamide, or Oil of Oregano

Vegetarian Mince or Butter Tarts

34% 5.49 to

assorted varieties

Ener-C Effervescent Vitamin C Drink Mix

12.99

assorted sizes • product of BC

BAKERY

8.99

Assorted Varieties

Sachets

assorted varieties

UP TO

28% 3.79

SAVE

3/3.99 9 pack 3.99 80g pouch

UP TO

26%

WELLNESS 10/5.00

assorted sizes product of Switzerland

SAVE

1.99 to 5.99

3.49

assorted varieties

4 pack or 125g • product of Canada

SAVE

regular retail

156g • product of USA

SAVE

product of Canada

35%

20% Off

Way Better Tortilla Chips

+deposit +eco fee

UP TO

HUGE SAVINGS!

assorted varieties

1.65–1.75L

SAVE

assorted varieties

2/5.50 414ml 6.99 1L

assorted varieties

SAVE

32%

30% 3/9.99

750ml

Balderson Aged Cheddar Cheese

26%

SAVE

2/5.98 500ml

39% 4.19

UP TO

SAVE

500ml • product of Canada

assorted varieties

product of Canada

SAVE

+deposit +eco fee • product of Canada

Oasis Fresh Juice

assorted varieties

Specialty Cheese

assorted varieties

31% 11.99

Liberté Mediterranée Yogurt

UP TO

Rise Organic Kombucha

assorted varieties

SAVE

2/5.50

36%

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reg price

17.61kg

GROCERY

SAVE

value pack

assorted varieties

4.37kg

1.98lb

SAVE

BUY ONE GET ONE FREE

Choices’ Own Turkey Sausages

Organic Calfornia Grown Navel Oranges

Organic California Grown Bunch Spinach from Cal O

Rodear Grass Fed Forage Finished Lean Ground Beef

140g

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