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With the help of a drummer from Coquitlam’s over-50 Nothin’ Dragon team, students in Riverside secondary school’s dragon boat team, Riverside Rapids, dip their paddles in the calm waters of Port Moody Inlet in practise for a race at the Rio Tinto Alcan Dragon Boat Festival in Vancouver June 20 and 21.
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Blue Sky’s highrise plans irk some Burquitlam residents Three new towers proposed for Foster & North Rd. Gary McKenna
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Development plans for three highrises being proposed in the Burquitlam neighbourhood received a cool reception from residents during a public hearing in
Coquitlam Monday night. Fifteen people spoke during the three-hour meeting on the Blue Sky development, with 11 speakers telling council to vote down the proposal planned for Foster Avenue and North Road. Concerns ranged on everything from view corridors to transit infrastructure, while some people worried that the increased number of residents in the 873-unit development would put too much pressure
on infrastructure and amenities. “This area is not for highrises,” said Ray Chang, a Burquitlam resident. “It will generate a lot of traffic.” Sylvano Padovan, another resident in the area, criticized council for moving ahead with the proposal before a neighbourhood plan has been developed for the area. He also took issue with city staff, who have referred to the property as a shoulder or tran-
sition point from the higher densities expected closer to the future Burquitlam SkyTrain station. “It just doesn’t fit with the community,” he said. “I beg council and the mayor to actually listen to the community. Thirty-seven storeys down to five storeys is not a transition.” Affordability was another issue that came up during Monday’s meeting.
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Driver sent to hospital after truck hits a PoCo home Automobile parts found inside home DIANE STRANDBERG THE TRI-CITY NEWS
A quiet neighbourhood just a block from James Park elementary school was brought jarringly into action Tuesday morning when a Dodge Ram truck hit a sidewalk curb and a cedar tree before flying through the air and landing on its side outside of a house in the 1600 block of Westminster Avenue. Gayle Carlson, who was in the Port Coquitlam home at the time, said she heard a bang and glass breaking because the truck hit the second-storey window before hitting the ground. Her husband, Stephen, was painting a door and said a
piece of the truck fell near him. “They took him off in an ambulance,” Carlson said, of the male driver, who had to be strapped to a board and carried into the emergency vehicle. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. and brought Coquitlam RCMP and members of the Port Coquitlam fire department to the scene. Another neighbour reported that a chocolate lab had been hit during the accident, which look like it began nearly half a block away where tracks show the truck drove on the boulevard and the sidewalk, knocking down a small tree, continued across a road before flying through the air into the house. Police were not available to comment before press time yesterday and it is not known what caused the accident. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
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A black Dodge Ram truck landed sideways against a house in the 1600-block of Westminster Avenue in Port Coquitlam Tuesday morning, disturbing a quiet neighbourhood next to James Park elementary school. The driver was taken to hospital after being pulled out of the vehicle.
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Chris Roller, a resident in one of the 112 rental units that will have to be demolished to make way for the Blue Sky development, said the proposal would reduce the affordable housing stock in the area. “Those of us who live in the Foster Avenue apartments are exceedingly lucky to have found the units we are in,” he said, adding it would be difficult for current residents to afford housing in the new development. But not everyone that spoke during Monday’s meeting was against Blue Sky’s plans. Sandy Burpee, chair of the Tri-Cities Homelessness Task Group, said he supported the project and commended the builder for including 57 units of purpose-built rental housing on the property. The developer has said that it will work with current residents to move into the new
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A rendering of Blue Sky’s plans for three highrises in Burquitlam. structure, which will rent units for approximately $1,200 per month. The three highrises would also permit owners to rent out their properties, adding to the rental stock, according to Blue Sky. However, Burpee said the company or the city should work on finding a way to subsidize some of the rents in the
new building in order to bring them in line with what is currently charged in the existing buildings. “We do have concerns about the affordability of the rents in the new purpose-built rental building,” he said. “We recommend the city negotiate a package to reduce the rents to current household income
limits.” Former Coquitlam mayor Maxine Wilson also spoke in favour of the three towers, saying that when Coquitlam pushed to bring the Evergreen Line to the municipality, the city agreed that more density would be necessary. Many of the new residents, she said, would be less reliant on automobiles because the development is close to rapid transit. “We know we need to reduce the amount of fossil fuels,” she said. “We need to use other modes of transportation aside from cars. That is why this type of density is happening.” Because councillors Craig Hodge and Brent Asmundson were not present during Monday’s meeting, council decided to vote on the third reading of the land use proposal at its next meeting. Blue Sky Properties, a subsidiary of Bosa, first proposed the development in 2012. The
project is located about 600 m from the future Burquitlam SkyTrain station and includes a large amenity space and several commercial units. The 873 units would be dispersed over four structures. A 28-storey tower would house 231 condos and three commercial units facing North Road, while a second 29-storey tower would have 255 units. The tallest tower would be 37-storeys with 330 units, while the rental housing would be located in a five-storey building toward the back of the property. There will be 1,096 parking stalls to serve residents as well as a 67,759 sq. ft. common amenity space, which will feature outdoor seating, courtyards, gardens, a gym, basketball courts and a social room with a kitchen. The development is expected to be built in three phases over a six-year period.
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The operator of a planned medical marijuana facility pledged this week he would make his Port Coquitlam facility secure and odour-free. And if his business didn’t comply, the city could shut it down. Those were the words from Raj Mattu, a Port Coquitlam resident and spokesperson for Remedi Pharmaceuticals, which has requested to rezone part of the Iotron industrial building at 1425 Kebet Way to grow and cut cannabis for patients on behalf of Health Canada. During Monday’s public hearing, Mattu told city council his company is making a large investment to produce medical marijuana, now a federally regulated — and legal — crop. Remedi officials had toured another facility to learn the ropes, he said, and estimated Remedi, a Tri-Cities’ Chamber of Commerce member, would be hiring 20 highly educated people for the PoCo plant, including “horticulturalists, scientists and PhDs.” “If we don’t do it right, feel free to shut us down,” he told council. “Please police us, regulate us but don’t hinder our operation.” And city council didn’t. After the public hearing, it gave three readings to Remedi’s rezoning bid. But while Mayor Greg Moore and most councillors said they were confident with Remedi’s ability to curb the odours and emissions and keep the facility closed to the public — “We are going to be on top of it,” Coun. Glenn Pollock vowed — Coun. Dean Washington voiced concern about who would be on top of it. Health Canada, stated Mayor Moore. “Well, that gives me great comfort,” Washington said, sarcastically, “based on the job they did with their medical marijuana.” see PROPOSAL, page 10
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Mounties are looking for witnesses after a downtown Port Coquitlam bank was robbed in broad daylight Monday. Coquitlam RCMP Cpl. Jamie Chung said the heist took place at the Bank of Montreal on Shaughnessy Street at around 3:30 p.m. when a man walked up to a teller, waved a gun and demanded money. He escaped on foot. The suspect is described as a Caucasian male, between 35 and 40 years old. He wore glasses, a black hat and a black jacket. Chung was not able to say how much cash was stolen from the bank branch. Anyone with information on the crime is asked to call Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550, quoting file 2015-16467. Alternatively, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800222-8477 or leave a secure tip online at bccrimestoppers. com.
Coquitlam RCMP are seeking witnesses to a shooting that took place in the Coquitlam Centre parking lot near The Bay last Friday afternoon. RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Jamie Chung confirmed the shooting was targeted and the male victim, who has not yet communicated with police, went to hospital with non lifethreatening injuries and was later released. “There’s lots of work being done behind the scenes and it’s not something we can disclose at this time,” Chung said on Monday. “We are trying to talk to him still. It is understandable that someone who has gone through a traumatic experience, the priority will be his well-being first.” Police received a report of shots fired just before 3 p.m. and closed off parking areas near the mall and Barnet Highway for several hours. The shooting shocked volunteers at the Heart and Stroke Foundation, who were hosting their Big Bike fundraiser at Coquitlam Centre at the time. “I heard the first pop and I said ‘I think someone has been shot,’” said Shelley Lycan, one of the volunteers.
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Bylaw enforcement key to PoMo’s parking concerns If all Port Moody wants to do is discourage longterm parking at Rocky Point Park all it has to do is hire a bylaw officer for the summer to enforce parking limits. anything else is overkill. until Skytrain arrives, with people looking for free parking alternatives, the park is a jewel to be used by all residents free of charge. after all, it wasn’t just local funds that paid for the park upgrade — federal grants also paid for some of the costs. What’s more, fee parking will be discouraging to families, especially low-income families looking for a healthy outing. Here’s what the city should do: hire a bylaw officer for $20 an hour for the summer to chalk tires and fine people who stay longer than four hours. by mid-September,
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The city of Port Moody is currently debating having pay parking at Rocky Point Park. when the rains return, the park won’t be so much of a draw and while some people from nearby businesses may use the lot for off street (and safe) parking, it shouldn’t be too much of a problem. The longer term prob-
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YOU SAY “I just hope they don’t make the same mistakes again as they did with Lougheed Station. Build a park and ride and keep commuter parking in designated lots, not neighbourhood streets.”
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“I have a lot of faith especially with the new program, not knowing their staffing levels and whatnot, and being on the west coast.” Washington, who was the only opponent on council, also took Remedi to task for failing to make personal contact with the property owners of the two neighbouring buildings, both of whom told council earlier that night they had not been notified about the public hearing. Bruce Barclay called Remedi’s proposal “a $10-mil-
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went through, he would be asking the city for a break on the $65,000 he pays annually in property taxes because of decreased land values with the enterprise next door. Doug Stead, who pays $93,000 a year in property taxes for his building on the other side of Iotron, also expressed concern about the medical marijuana industry being in a state of flux with court challenges and federal regulations. Mayor Moore said if the bid proceeds to final reading, the city would have the “ultimate control” over Remedi by withdrawing its business licence
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It was also great to hear from local leaders such as minister of industry James Moore and the CEO of Port Coquitlam based software company Ryan Peterson of Finger Foods studios.
Gone are the days that a 1 hour commute to Vancouver was a prerequisite for a high paying professional or technical career. By encouraging and developing local busi-
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Nearly 300 business leaders from throughout the lower mainland heard from world class speakers including CEO’S, MP’s and leaders from the technology sector. By any measurement, this Summit was a huge success. There was a great exchange of ideas as the attendees learned from some of the best business leaders in Canada. Darrell Jones of the Overwaitea Food Group brought great insight into their focus on local product procurement and customization of the store to match community needs. These thoughts were in direct contrast to the big box one size fits all approach to product offering by some of his competitors. Jean Pierre LeBlanc, Co-founder and Chief Wellness Officer with Saje Natural talked about the need for balance in the workplace. In order to achieve this balance it is essential to hire individuals
I personally came away inspired by the speakers, excited for the future and motivated by the prospects for our communities future. With some forward thinking and progressive work, we can truly make the Tri-cities a great place to both work and live.
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Who: Maureen Seguin - Century21 Realty What: Your realty expert with community roots Where: Coquitlam, www.maureenseguin.com Maureen Seguin is a Realtor® with Century 21 In Town Realty. She is a genuine, eager and tenacious professional with a ‘go that extra mile’ attitude. Maureen’s unique combination of education, experience and volunteer endeavours make her the perfect match for any home buying or selling challenge. Maureen Seguin As a volunteer Ambassador for the Tri-Cities Century21 Realty Chamber of Commerce, Maureen proudly serves 778.772.3695 the communities of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, www.maureenseguin.com and Port Moody. Her specialty is helping homebuyers successfully navigate the big move from the city to the suburbs. Maureen’s proudest moments, besides helping homeowners, have come in the form of awards and accolades for her sales achievements. Last year, she was honoured to be in the top 3% of all real estate agents in Greater Vancouver. Maureen celebrates her successes by traveling and immersing herself in new experiences; she enjoys SCUBA diving and recently visited the island of Bonaire to dive world-renowned reefs. Working with first time homebuyers as well as seasoned investors, and everyone in between, Maureen prides herself on building genuine relationships with her clients and finding them the perfect home. Maureen’s experience with marketing and social media, as well as her skills as a tough negotiator, makes her the ideal partner for your next real estate purchase or sale.
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Students of Evelia Espinosa will show their work next month in an annual children’s art festival at Port Moody city hall. From June 1 to 14, some 130 youth will display 300 paintings on the theme “from reality to the imagination.” And on Saturday, June 6, 50 students will give live demonstrations.
THE GIVER
Students at a Port Coquitlam middle school will be in an adaptation of Lois Lowry’s novel The Giver next month. Minnekhada middle teacher and show director Phil Hughes said the public performance is on June 3 at 7 p.m. in the school’s drama room (1390 Laurier Ave.).
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Stars from past Massey Theatre productions will be on stage next month to celebrate 65 years of the venue. And the gala performance on Sunday, June 14 will include Port Moody teen and Lindbjerg Academy of the Performing Arts student Julia MacLean, who played Annie in the 25th anniversary production for the Royal City Musical Theatre last year. The cast of 80 is being directed by Order of BC recipient and esteemed local artistic director Dolores Kirkwood, cofounder of both the Royal City Musical Theatre and Royal City Youth Ballet, with musical direction by retired Pinetree teacher James Bryson. Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. show are $15/$12/$5 by calling 604-521-5050.
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She called her grandparents first. Jessie Cox knew they adored Prince Edward Island and Lucy Laud Montgomery’s 1908 novel, Anne of Green Gables. So to hear their granddaughter break the news that she had been cast as Anne Shirley’s most kindred spirit in the 2015 Charlottetown Festival was certainly a thrill. This summer, her grandfolks, parents, aunt and friends will be in the audience at the Confederation Centre as the Pinetree secondary graduate (2010) portrays the romantic Diana Barry — a role perfected by Schuyler Grant in the 1985 CBC mini-series. (This year’s production will be bittersweet given the unexpected death last month of Jonathan Crombie, the CBC actor who played Gilbert Blythe). Cox auditioned for the part of Diana in Toronto, after fellow Sheridan College grad — and PEI native — Jessica Gallant had been cast in the starring role. She found out she would portray the character while performing in Calgary last November. “I was very lucky,” she said from PEI last Thursday. “You don’t usually know that far in advance.” Cox arrived in Charlottetown on her birthday May 10 and went into rehearsals the next day. Since then, the cast of 26 has been working on the show six days a week, eight hours a day “with an hour for lunch.” Anne of Green Gables — The Musical goes into previews June 11 and runs Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and Saturday nights; on the other days, Cox is in the ensemble of Alice Through the LookingGlass, also at Confederation Centre. With a new director on board, the 51st season of Anne of Green Gables will be somewhat different from previous years. The script and blocking are slightly adjusted “so we get
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Jessie Cox, 23, of Coquitlam plays Anne’s best friend, Diana Barry, in the 51st season of Anne of Green Gables — The Musical, in Charlottetown, PEI, this summer. Ben Chiasson, who plays Gilbert Blythe, is currently completing his musical theatre performance degree at Sheridan College. to play a lot more,” Cox said. “I can bring a lot of me into the character and how I see Diana.” As well, viewers will notice the characters age two years at the start of Act 2. “They’re not just kids anymore. They’re looking toward adulthood. It’s nice to see how they grow through the play.” Still, visitors who have seen the musical each season will notice many regulars on stage. Glenda Landry, who portrayed Diana Barry in 1971 and for the next 20 years, is back for the 2015 production as the gossipy neighbour, Rachel Lynde. For Cox, Anne of Green Gables is her fifth stage show. After graduating from Sheridan in 2013 with an advanced diploma in musical theatre per-
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ter in Fiddler on the Roof with Stage West in Calgary; Mallory/ Avril in City of Angels in Barrie,
Ont.; and in Naughty But Nice! with Forte Musical Theatre Guild in Calgary. She’s grown strong roots in Canada. “I personally don’t have much drive to go down to the [United] States because I feel like what we’re doing up here is very unique,” she said. “I appreciate our theatre and musical theatre. I’m seeing a lot of the country, going from coast to coast.” As for her plans after the Charlottetown run ends Aug. 29, Cox said she’ll take a break and travel Europe for six weeks. • To see Jessie Cox in action, visit charlottetownfestival. com for tickets to Anne of Green Gables — The Musical or Alice Through the Looking-Glass. jwarren@tricitynews.com @jwarrenTC
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Tales from different lands Music, visual art and leadership students at a Port Coquitlam high school will talk tales from around the world at a multicultural storytelling festival tomorrow (Thursday). Riverside secondary hosts its second annual fest at 7 p.m. in the theatre/cafeteria, with refreshments served by Miriam Cry’s Foods 11 classes. Organized by Catherine Yamamoto and her multicultural leadership students, the 90-minute evening is a
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A Coquitlam company took the outstanding ensemble award at last weekend’s Theatre BC Fraser Valley Zone Festival. Stage 43 Theatrical Society won the prize for its entry, Secrets of a Soccer Mom, which featured actors Lisa Pope MacDonald, Julia Walmsley and Arsha Tahir. The show was under Stephen Torrence, who directed his first play for Stage 43. The outstanding production accolade went to the Chilliwack Players Guild for Miss Somewhere while the actor award went to Matt Janzen in Miss Somewhere. The actress trophy was shared by Geneva Perkins in Miss Somewhere and Judith Betzler from the Langley Players Drama Club for Escape from Happiness.
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Students from Port Coquitlam’s Broadway Bound kick off their annual show Thursday. The studio will present the musical Guys and Dolls at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) from May 28 to 30 at 7:30 p.m. and May 31 at 2 p.m. Call 604927-6555.
fundraiser for the ongoing earthquake and tsunami relief efforts in Japan and in other countries. The stories — to be told in Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian and French — include Suki’s Kimono, The Name of the Tree, Snow Maiden, The Enormous Turnip, Algonquin Cinderella, The Cremation of Sam McGee, The Teachings of the Killer Whale, The Teachings of the Bear, and The Story of the Heron and Hummingbird.
And the celebration will be filmed by Geoff Scott of TriCities Community TV. Yamamoto said the function will start with a territorial blessing by the school district’s aboriginal education department. Admission is by donation at the door (2215 Reeve St., Port Coquitlam) and includes dessert and tea. The event is open to all ages. Call 604-941-6053.
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Pay it forward in Port Moody with art cards A new artistic initiative that’s designed to put a smile to the faces of Port Moody residents and visitors is now in full swing. And the Port Moody high school student organizing the project wants the community to help to pay it forward with designs of their own. Arkie Liu, a Grade 11 IB student at Port Moody secondary, launched her Art Abandonment Project last month to coincide with Youth Week, May 1 to 7. It mirrors Papergirl Vancouver, a non-project group that asks members of the public — of any age and ability — to donate their art, which will in turn be donated to anyone who happens to pick it up: at a park, plaza, arts hub, recreation complex or another civic centre, for example. Liu said she plans to collect as many decorative cards as possible to distribute them at the end of the summer. She is requesting participants draw a happy image and place a heartfelt message inside. As well, participants are asked to include the social media handle @pomoarts and
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Volunteer co-ordinators who want to connect with others to learn about what Tri-City programs and services are available — as well as to offer or receive support — can email Sandra Niven at volunteer@pomoarts.ca. The network is organized by Community Ventures Society.
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Left to right: Fay Headridge, Sandra Niven, TJ Boucher and Arkie Liu at the Port Moody Arts Centre, with the Art Abandonment Project cards that Liu is overseeing. Email volunteer@pomoarts.ca. #abandonart, and drop off the finished products to the Port Moody Arts Centre (2425 St. John’s St.). This week, Liu is expected to present the concept to teachers at Port Moody secondary as part of her CAS (Creativity Action Service) program for her International Baccalaureate studies. She already has a few colourful cards in hand thanks to PMAC volunteers and supporters Faye Headridge and TJ Boucher. Headridge, a Terry Fox grad-
uate who is with Community Ventures Society (CVS), volunteers weekly at the Moody Centre arts hub with coordinator Sandra Niven while Boucher, also with CVS, has charted a two-year action plan to complete 24 projects, which include PMAC art lessons. A CVS spokesperson said its partnership with PMAC has proved successful, with several people with developmental disabilities joining in classes and socializing.
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The Port Coquitlam Saints defeated the Burnaby Lakers 4-2 at a female midget lacrosse tournament at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex last week. Clubs from Port Moody and Coquitlam also competed at the event, which featured teams from across Metro Vancouver. ROBERT MCDONALD PHOTO
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The Coquitlam Jr. Adanacs have secured the top spot in the B.C. Jr. ‘A’ Lacrosse League standings after winning a pair of matches last weekend. First up was the Delta Islanders on Saturday, who the A’s dispatched 12-7 after a bumpy start to the game. Jean-Luc Chetner had four goals in the match, that saw the Islanders hang around with their opponents right up until the third period, when Coquitlam began to pull away with several unanswered goals. Cole Shafer had three
goals in the game, while Evan Wortley scored two goals and two assists in the win. On Sunday, the Victoria Shamrocks visited the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, falling 10-6 to the home team. Despite taking a 1-0 lead in the first period, Coquitlam quickly tied things up with a marker from Challen Rogers, before Brett Kujala scored the go-ahead goal six minutes later. Victoria would not be able to overtake the A’s on the scoreboard, as Coquitlam continued to pile on points. Shafer had another big game, scoring one and assist-
ing on four, while Rogers had two goals and one assist and Chase McIntyre potted two goals in the game. Meanwhile the Port Coquitlam Saints, who have been heading in the other direction in the BCJALL standings, also managed a victory on Sunday when they defeated the visiting Nanaimo Timbermen 9-5. Sahawna Baker scored the opening goal, while Nathan Marken and Ty Klarnder both scored singles before the Timbermen could get on the board.
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FARM WORKERS
AUJLAS’ FARMS LTD
FARM LABOURERS required 5 or 6 Days/Week 40 or 50 Hours/Week $10.49/Hour Horticultural work such as: Planting, pruning, spacing and harvesting the crop. Employment starts early June /15 Submit your application to: Phone: 604-465-8153 or by Fax:604-465-9340 or by mail:12554 Woolridge Rd., Pitt Meadows, B.C. V3Y 1Z1
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F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com
Looking for 2 F/T employees Monday - Friday Reliable & Hard working. Please apply in person, 78 Glacier Street Positions start at $11.25/hr. Needed ASAP.
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WAREHOUSE WORKER / DRIVER
DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING .Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
Wetdown Water Services
Hiring Drivers
~ WATER TRUCK DRIVERS ~ Class 3 Licence & Experience required. Burnaby based.
Must be avail nights & weekends.
778-384-0546 COQUITLAM ( Silver Springs Blvd )
175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS
We are an industry leader of building products, located in Surrey, and we are growing. Top notch warehouse worker / driver with a positive attitude with willingness to learn and ability to do heavy lifting is required for immediate start Monday-Friday. The team is hard working, the work environment is fast-paced with good people, and the benefits are excellent. If you have class 5 DL, are dedicated, have leadership ability and are looking for good solid employment send your resume: Fax: 604-513-1194 Email: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 206
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
APPLIANCE REPAIRS
281
GARDENING
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Service to all Makes of Appliances & Refrigeration. Work Guaranteed
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CONCRETE & PLACING
UNIQUE CONCRETE
DESIGN
F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
Drop resume in person to: 2902 St. John’s Street Port Moody, or email: firstclassautobody@shaw.ca fax: 604.461.4041
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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
Esthetic Services Face & Neck Relaxation
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Auto Body Repair Technician required for our busy I.C.B.C. Accredited shop in Port Moody. F/T, salary based on experience.
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171
Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily
HELP WANTED
DRYWALL BOARDER Willing to train. If you have experience, must be confident with screw gun & hammer. Pay negotiable to exp. Call Kevin 604-970-7947
PERSONAL SERVICES
LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
NO JOB TOO SMALL Serving Lower Mainland 25 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement EXCELLENT REF’S -WCB Insured
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Leo: 604-657-2375 / 604-462-8620
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DRYWALL
CASCADE DRYWALL. Res / Comm Drywall, taping, text. ceilings, t-bar. steel stud. Call Rob 604-218-2396.
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ELECTRICAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
•Lawn Cuts/Trim •Aerating •Leaf Cleanup •Power Rake •Hedge & Shrub Trimming •Pruning Trees •23 yrs. exp. •Insured •Free Estimates
Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062
Brad 778-552-3900
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE PEDRO’S Contracting & Drainage. Landscaping, Water Lines & Cement work. Call 604-468-2919.
275
FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin. Repairs, Staining. Free Est. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-468-4117.
281
GARDENING Prompt Delivery Available
. Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280 MIKE 604-961-1280
7 Days / Week
Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd. ✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Gravel ✶ Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel
M.T. GUTTERS
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HELP WANTED
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130
HELP WANTED
Forward Abstract & Resume to:
Email: jobs@atlasg.net or Fax: 604-294-5988
SENIOR ESTIMATOR
n. Wallace & Company Ltd., a Construction Manager and General Constructor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator with high integrity and with 7 plus years experience in commercial and light industrial construction. Our projects typically range from $2 to $15 million and are located throughout the lower mainland. Remuneration will be based on the candidate’s experience plus benefits, car allowance and profit sharing. Please submit your resume to employment@nwallace.ca along with full references and salary expectations.
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329 PAINTING & DECORATING
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 338
PLUMBING
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POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
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MISC SERVICES
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MOVING & STORAGE
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604-537-4140
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ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
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329 PAINTING & DECORATING STEFANO PAINTING
Exterior Summer Special 10% Off FREE Estimates (604)720-1390 NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. Best Value In Town, Book Now For Super Savings. 778.245.9069
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
A-1 Painting Company - Interior / Exterior 20 years exp. Summer Special 10% off (604)723-8434
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TREE SERVICES
FIVE STAR ROOFING
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506
APPLIANCES
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Rebuilt*Washer*Dryer*Fridge*Stove Up to 1 Yr Warranty. Trade-in Avail.
551
GARAGE SALES
GARAGE SALE. 1435 Summit Drive, Coquitlam. SAT MAY 2 @ 9AM
560 Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
REAL ESTATE
.give and take tree service 778.872.8406
609
APARTMENT/CONDOS
OPEN HOUSE
2-4pm Saturday, May 30th
ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899
PETS 477
PETS
#301-1591 Booth Ave, COQUITLAM Renovated Nice 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath Condo. Rainscreened. $263,000. Joe Pal 604-721-5121
Sutton Group - Medallion Realty
EXTRA CHEAP
JUNK / RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free! (778)997-5757
372
RENTALS
SUNDECKS
706
APARTMENT/CONDO 2 Bedroom Apartments BRIGHT & LARGE Central Coquitlam Co-op
No subsidy Cls to transit, schools & shops
. Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 .Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
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TILING
TILES, TILES, HARDWOOD small or big jobs call 604-880-6438 or visit www.futuristictiles.com
APARTMENT/CONDO
2-10yr Shih Tzu siblings need a forever home. Both fixed, well loved. No toddlers or other large pets. Never been apart, need to be placed together. $200 re-homing fee, home check, family vet reference. 604-793-5914. CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CKC Reg Sheltie Puppies sable CH bred-N.B. contract. $1500. Riverwind Shelties-Laura. 604-793-6768. Purebred CAIRN TERRIER Pups Shots, dewormed. $800. House pets. 604-854-1978, 604-807-5204
Derek Manor
2048 Manning Ave. Port Coquitlam
604-941-5452; 604-944-7889
Impeccably Clean!
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
RENTALS 752
TRANSPORTATION
TOWNHOUSES
Dasl ~ 604 945 5864 dasl@terramanagement.ca
PORT COQUITLAM 775-3000sqft. Ground floor commercial space. Office / retail / service type business. Facing onto city park. 2 blks from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.
PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1108/mo - $1211/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available. 19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938
736
PORT COQUITLAM; 2 Bdrm townhouse, $905. Quiet family complex, no pets. 604-464-0034.
HOMES FOR RENT
MAPLE RIDGE 2 Bdrm cottage on acreage, close to town. Ideal for clean quiet couple. N/S. N/P. Unfurnished, ref’s req’d. Avail now. $950/mo + utils. 604-467-9432.
MISC. FOR SALE
SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
RUBBISH REMOVAL
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
706
RENTALS
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. 778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505
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Good Apartment Sizes Heat SH/W S Parking 1 Bedroom Available $810/mo. No Pets
19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg. 3 Blocks to W.C. Express W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets
604.465.7221
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SOUTH SURREY EXECUTIVE
Fully Furnished & Equipped or Unfurnished Based on Your Needs.
Short Term or Long term! Hotel Living
Ref’s & Credit check req’d
Polo Club Apartments
TRANSPORTATION
Like New Townhouse. Only 3 years old. Immaculate Deluxe, 2 bdrm. + Rec. Room/Office + 2 Full Bath T/House. Flr. to ceiling storage + storage rm. in garage. 6 s/s appli. d/w, w/d, Garburator. Crown Mouldings, 9ft. ceilings, H/W laminate flooring and slate tile. Gas F/P & Alarm. 1 car garage parking. Covered patio lower & outdoor patio upper. Amenities room incls. full gym, outdoor hot tub & pool. Walk to Morgan Heights shopping. NO Smoking inside & NO Pets! $2050/mo. or negotiable Available NOW!
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
CARS - DOMESTIC 1985 DODGE 600 CONVERTIBLE Automatic, 2-door.
Only 87,000/kms
Garage kept, good cond. $2500. 604-942-4733
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2009 SAGA Dual Sport dirt/street motorcycle. Mint cond, never off road. 675 orig kms. Super commuter. $2500 firm. 604-349-4181.
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SUITES, LOWER
COQUITLAM Cntr area. Bright & spac. 1 bdrm suite, priv ent. Avail July 1st. Ns/np. $750 + 1/3 utils, cable & lndry inc. 604-944-7580.
752
TOWNHOUSES
COQUITLAM: 2 Bdrm, quiet family complex, no pets, $1005/mo. Call 604-942-2277
838
RECREATIONAL/SALE
ESTATE SALE 2006 Arctic Fox 29.5 foot 5th Wheel with 2 slides, 2 rockers & a sofa. 2004 Dodge Ram 3500 Cummins, short box 78K. Both $38,000 or sell separately. Call 604-202-7806.
www.one4yacht.com 604-669-2248
Coquitlam:
Clean, quiet apt blk. Suites to rent. Sorry no pets.
Family owned & operated for 40 yrs. (604)936-5755 PORT COQUITLAM; 2 Bdrm apt $825 & $845. Quiet family complex, no pets. 604-464-0034.
Call a representative today - 604-575-5555
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