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Int’l students bolster the SD43 budget Close to 1,800 students expected to enroll this fall DIANE STRANDBERG Tri-CiTy News
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Robert McGregor, executive director of the Institute of Urban Ecology, in the Sol (Sustainability, Outreach and Learning) Garden at the Coquitlam campus of Douglas College. A grand opening of the teaching and learning garden will be held Monday, June 20 from 4 to 6 p.m. on the south side of the campus, off of Pinetree Way. The event is free and open to the public. Parking is available in the Douglas College garage and on Pinetree Way. Please see story on page 19.
Fee-paying foreign students continue to flock to School District 43 despite changes in B.C.’s education system that will reduce the number of high school exams and make learning more personal to student needs. As many as 1,700 international education students are enrolled in SD43 schools, bringing in a record $27.8 million into the district, and 1,800 foreign students are expected to enroll in the fall, making the program the largest in Canada.
And while some might expect that the streamlining of provincial exams and possible changes GARTLAND to how students are graded as well as more flexible learning styles to dissuade some international students from enrolling, that does not appear to be the case. Superintendent Patricia Gartland, who started the international education program in 1999, said families from countries such as China and Korea are not put off by the new curriculum. see CURRICULUM, page 10
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Funds have yet to be approved for a new Minnekhada middle, but a project design team is already presenting drawings of the project to School District 43. The designs for the new facility include a full-sized gym and performing arts space.
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SD43: new school for Minnekhada district’s next major capital expense DIANE STRANDBERG Tri-CiTy News
A new school for Minnekhada middle students in Port Coquitlam is the next major capital project on the books for School District 43 as it continues a robust building program to meet stringent seismic safety standards. Funds have yet to be approved for the project but SD43 has made a successful case for rebuilding the aging school rather than renovating it to meet seismic standards. Work is already underway to design
the new building. Tuesday, the Minnekhada project design team presented some early drawings for the new school, which will include a full-sized gym, performing arts space and outside washrooms for the public who use the grass fields, lacrosse box and running oval. Using a modified repeat design — essentially using designs for schools already built in Abbotsford and Langley — the district hopes to save some money on architectural fees and also avoid some pitfalls and problems from the original
design. “It’s being tailor-made for the needs in our community,” said Ivano Cecchini, assistant superintendent for facilities and planning. Noise problems have arisen in new schools with collaborative spaces built to meet changes in teaching and learning styles and with two large open areas in the new Minnekhada, special attention has to be put towards acoustics. “We are very aware of the need,” said Devon Ross, principal of facility initiatives.
“That will be one of our highest priorities,” she added, noting that the design team plans to meet with acoustic specialists this week. Some of the ways to reduce noise, she said, will be to install acoustic panels for sound dampening. Meanwhile, the district continues to make plans to deal with other construction needs. Glen elementary school in Coquitlam, which is bursting at the seams, will get a $2.2 million addition, paid for with school district funds from land sales and Maple Creek middle
school will get a $156,000 LED lighting upgrade. Funds for both projects were approved by trustees. Other new schools under construction or in the design phase: • Centennial secondary, $50 million, nearing completion (seismic replacement) • Moody middle school, $24 million, (seismic replacement) • Sir Frederick Banting middle school, $22.5 million, (seismic replacement) • Smiling creek elementary school, $20 million (new school).
The number of fires sparking from clothes dryers over the past year has prompted Coquitlam smoke eaters to sound the alarm bells. Yesterday (Thursday), the department issued an advisory to urge homeowners to regularly inspect — and clean — their clothes dryers as well as to wipe their lint filters and dryer drum every time it’s used. Below, some tips to avoid a potential blaze: • Have your dryer installed and serviced by a qualified technician. • Follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and don’t overload your dryer. • Make sure the right plug and outlet are used and that the machine is connected properly. • Don’t use the dryer without a lint filter. • Ensure the dryer vent pipe is made of either rigid or flexible metal and is not damaged. • Make sure the outdoor vent cover/flap opens when the dryer is operating. • Clean lint build-up out of the vent pipe annually. • Have gas dryers inspected by qualified professionals. • Turn the dryer off when you leave your home or go to bed. For more details, call the Coquitlam fire prevention division at 604-927-6433 or email firerescue@coquitlam.ca. jwarren@tricitynews.com
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FreshGrade portfolio tells student stories DIANE STRANDBERG Tri-CiTy News
Students who are nonverbal have found their voice in a new software program that shows what they are doing in the classroom with photos, text and video. FreshGrade, developed by a Kelowna company, is being touted as a “transformative” tool that will make communicating between home and school easier and more meaningful. Tuesday, Pinetree secondary teacher Jon Hamlin showed trustees at a board of educa-
tion meeting how FreshGrade worked at his school to build relationships between home and school for two non-verbal students whose education programs are modified and supported by educational assistants. The way it works is an eportfolio is created for a student who can then upload photos and video of their work with comments and parents and teachers can respond. For students who can’t speak — or don’t want to talk about what they do in class — the program is an easy and efficient way to communicate what’s going on,
Hamlin said. As well, FreshGrade is helping education assistants who upload photos and videos for students with special needs feel more involved. It’s a great morale booster for staff, said Hamlin, and parents are happy to get a closer look at what’s happening at school. “We’ve seen an increase in positive comments when the work is sent back home and an increase in [student] self esteem with parents saying it helps them support their student with homework,” Hamlin said. The plan is to expand the
use of FreshGrade by involving more students, possibly in home economics, language and performing arts classes, with more training and orientation offered for staff and parents. With FreshGrade automatically organizing student work into a “year in review” slide show, there are numerous advantages for students at all grade levels. “We plan to incorporate those [slideshows] into some learning celebrations throughout the year in 2016/17,” Hamlin said.
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David Ave. extension raises concerns ‘High-traffic’ road would go through Bert Flinn Park SARAH PAYNE
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Planning for the new development at the old Ioco townsite may be hitting a road block in the form of the David Avenue extension. Port Moody resident Hunter Madsen is spearheading efforts to prevent the planned extension through Bert Flinn Park, saying the “high-traffic corridor” would destroy the park’s tranquil setting, with a website (savebertflinn.ca) and a rally outside city hall on Tuesday before a planned council meeting.
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Hunter Madsen is opposing the extension of David Avenue, saying it will destroy Bert Flinn Park’s tranquil setting. But without the extension any plans for developing the Ioco lands fizzle out, since PoMo requires a new access point to any new development in the area to relieve congestion on Ioco Road. Architect James Cheng, who represents property owners Brilliant Circle Group, said the issue is more complex than a
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road dividing the park and he hopes the public will keep an open mind. “Bert Flinn Park was never a single contiguous park, it was always bisected by this road,” he said. The David Avenue extension, most of which is a dotted line through the middle of Bert Flinn Park, has been on
the map since 1984. A short, cleared section from the Heritage Mountain Boulevard roundabout to a trailhead is a popular off-leash dog area. Cheng is proposing building the road north of the right-ofway, where there is a swath of alder trees between the cleared road and the park, to provide a noise barrier for the nearby Hett Creek residents, maintain space for the dog walkers and provide a safer parking area than the side of Heritage Mountain Boulevard. “We figured that would be a benefit to the community and maintain the status quo for dog walkers,” Cheng said. And while he acknowledges that park users are concerned about building the road, it will also come with benefits including enhanced wildlife
crossings, water servicing for Anmore, extending Bert Flinn into the Ioco lands and easing the traffic burden on Ioco. But Madsen isn’t swayed, saying the park is heavily used by people walking to the area and parking hasn’t been a concern. And if the property owners develop within the current zoning in both municipalities, an extension wouldn’t be necessary. Anmore Mayor John McEwen said the extension will require a bridge over Mossom Creek, a delicate watershed and a tricky place to build given the steep grade, and the costs could put the property owners in a position to need higher density development in a village rarely keen to stray from its single-family acreage zoning.
“Nothing can happen until the whole David connector gets resolved,” McEwen said, adding a suggestion from Madsen’s group to build a connector between Sunnyside and Strong roads would be strongly opposed. Cheng said they are hoping to present a comprehensive plan for the David connector to councils in Port Moody and Anmore later this month but if there is little appetite for the road any further planning would “be for naught.” “There is a way to accommodate growth and development but at the same time enhance public enjoyment of Bert Flinn Park and the waterfront,” Cheng said. “We just need a chance to show people what a sensitive comprehensive development can be.”
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COUNCIL MEETING
The City of Port Moody is updating its Zoning Bylaw to make it more user friendly, implement policies in the new Official Community Plan and address some key land use challenges. We’re consulting with the community on a number of proposed changes in these three themed areas:
When: Tuesday, June 14, 2016
Where: Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Drive Port Moody, B.C. Times: Regular Council Meeting, 7pm Television coverage airs on Shaw Cable 4 at
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Preserving heritage character in Moody Centre, increasing adaptable housing and encouraging uses to meet community needs
Protecting streams and encouraging sustainable buildings
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9am on Saturday, June 18, 2016. We live stream our Council meetings online at www.portmoody.ca/watchlive. While you’re on our website, sign up for Council e-notifications. Get an agenda package at City Hall, the Port Moody Public Library or www.portmoody.ca/agendas
Come to our second open house focusing on the environment and transit-oriented development When: Wednesday, June 15, 2016 from 7-9pm Where: Port Moody City Hall Galleria, 100 Newport Drive
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SUSPECT IDENTIFIED
Teen arrested after series of robberies Coquitlam RCMP have identified a suspect in a string of bank robberies over the past two weeks. Shortly after 1 p.m. on May 22 a man walked into a bank in the 3000-block of Lincoln Avenue in Port Coquitlam and allegedly demanded money, indicating he had a weapon. Coquitlam RCMP’s Robbery Section, in co-operation with the Vancouver and New Westminster police departments as well as the Surrey and Langley RCMP, identified the man now wanted for one count of robbery. He is also under investigation as a person of
interest for similar offences in neighbouring jurisdictions. Police are asking for the public’s help in locating 18-year-old Cang Wawu. He is described as being 5’9” tall, 141 pounds with a medium build and shaved black hair. Anyone who spots Wawu is advised not to approach him but to call 911 immediately; if you have information as to his whereabouts contact police at 604-945-1550 and quote file number 2016-16071 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.solvecrime.ca spayne@tricitynews.com @spayneTC
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Annual Reporting on Municipal Finances The public is invited to comment on the City of Port Coquitlam’s 2015 Audited Financial Statements and Annual Municipal Report on Monday, June 27, 2016 at 7 pm in the Council Chambers, Third Floor, City Hall.
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Metro Vancouver is kicking off a public consultation process in the hopes community input can help find a way through an impasse with the city of Port Moody over the Belcarra cottages. Citing increasing demand for the beaches, picnic area and recreational trails within Belcarra Regional Park, a Metro Regional Parks Committee report stated planning for the park will aim to find solutions for the “crowding of public spaces and look for ways to improve parking and non-vehicular access to the park.” Three years ago Metro planned to demolish the seven cabins, noting their deteriorating condition, but was later blocked by PoMo’s passing of a heritage designation bylaw for the six cabins within its jurisdiction (the seventh is located in Belcarra). Residents of the six cabins have lobbied at the municipal and regional level to stay in their homes, noting improvements over the years have been paid for out of their pockets. Now they’re bracing for the
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Jo Ledingham of the South Belcarra Preservation Society stands in front of her cottage in Belcarra. outcome of Metro’s public engagement process, which will include events at the park through the summer and an online questionnaire. “We look forward to the opportunity for the public to have input,” said Jo Ledingham of the South Belcarra Preservation Society, though she’s worried about how the questions will be phrased and whether the fate of six heritage cottages and households will be properly balanced with the desire for increased public access. Ledingham, who has lived in the lone Belcarra cottage for 52
years, said three of the cottages are on a small pocket beach adjacent to, but not visible from, the picnic area. “It’s kind of a private little beach at any tide lower than 12 feet, which is most of the time,” she said, noting people have and are always welcome to use it. The public engagement phase will run until August, followed by concept development and a single preferred design option will be presented to the Metro Vancouver board, municipal partners and stakeholders in the fall.
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What are you going to do when you grow up? What kind of life do you want? Those questions and more bounce off the heads of high school students often as they make their way through their teenage years. But knowing what you want and taking steps to get there can be a difficult journey without adults along the way to guide you. Enter the Soroptimist International of Tri-Cities, a group of local professional women, which is hosting a two-day Dream It Be It conference for girls 14 to 18 years of age this summer at Douglas College. Organizer Colleen Penrowley, who is retired from teaching software development, said the event will help participants gain tools for imagining, setting and achieving their goals, and participants will get help and advice
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The two-day Dream It Be It conference for girls 14 to 18 years of age will be held at Douglas College Aug. 22 and 23. It will be two days of inspiration, goal setting and mentorship. To register, visit soroptimisttricities.org. from professional women who will be there to show them the way. “The background research says it’s the largest cohort of adolescent girls in human history. Girls are being told get an education, get jobs and take care of their families… girls are given these messages, and they feel like there’s a lot of pressure on them. “They need skills, they need guidance, they need resources and they need role models,”
Penrowley said. The conference curriculum was developed by the Soroptimist International organization and this is the second year of Dream It Be It in the Tri-Cities. Penrowley said she would like to see about 100 local teens sign up for the free program. Already, a number of professional women have been contacted to participate, and many other details are being worked out for the conference, which
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In fact, the changes being rolled out this year and next for kindergarten to Grade 12 classes are “very attractive to international students,” according to Gartland. She said schools around the world are developing programs that encourage critical and creative thinking, communication, collaboration, personal and social responsibility, digital literacy and citizen-
ship, but B.C. schools have the advantage of also providing intercultural understanding and English language skills. “Our international students are hoping to gain these competencies by attending school in our Coquitlam school district,” Gartland stated in an email to The Tri-City News. As a result, SD43 is seeing a lot of interest among families, with the top 10 sources of international students being China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan,
Hong Kong, Thailand, Brazil, Mexico, Iran and Germany. Once arrived, the students typically do well in school, with a 76% average, with some students going on to obtain post-secondary education in North America, while other volunteers are starting up clubs at their school. The district’s international education program has generated $275 million since 1999. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com @dstrandbergTC
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The B.C. government is trimming its film tax credits for foreign movie, TV and game makers after warning the annual costs for taxpayers to subsidize their work was threatening to grow exponentially to unjustifiable levels. The province’s payout to the industry through the tax credits was forecast to reach $491 million for 2015, up more than 50% from an average of $313 million in the previous
and said the changes were made after a two-month review and close consultations with the film industry. “They recognized that we were heading into territory that was unsustainable.” About 25,000 B.C. jobs depend on the film industry. Government subsidies refund between $33 and $71 out of every $100 spent by a film company on eligible labour — equivalent to an average of $25,000 for each B.C. worker in the sector.
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B.C. trims movie tax breaks three years, and $182 million for 2007-11. The basic production services tax credit drops from 33 to 28% and the digital animation or visual effects credit dips from 17.5 to 16%. “We think we’ve arrived at a place that will ensure the industry itself continues to grow and enjoy the success that it has but also there is fairness for other sectors of the B.C. economy,” Finance Minister Mike de Jong told reporters. He predicted there are still “extremely good days ahead”
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ome of the most dangerous highways in B.C. are now regulated by variable speed limits in the hopes of saving lives. Last week, the province activated electronic signs to enforce reduced speeds during bad weather along stretches of the Sea-To-Sky Highway, the Coquihalla and Highway 1 near Revelstoke. But at the same time, the province has raised the posted maximums to 120 km/h on portions of the Coquihalla and to 100 km/h on much of the Sea-to-Sky Highway, sending drivers mixed messages. Making people slow down during bad weather is sensible and the new posted speeds will take some out of the guesswork out of driving — possibly making those who think they are invincible in any condition slow down to avoid a fine. Apparently, these speeds will adjusted based on the results of an extensive system of traffic, pavement and visibility sensors calibrated to detect challenging conditions. If they can save lives, maybe these variable speeds should be employed in more places.
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Hiring someone with mental illness can help you both AS I SEE IT
PETER TOTH Peter Toth is a resident of Port Coquitlam who has previously written for The Tri-City News on the topic of mental health. NEWSROOM 604-472-3030 DELIVERY 604-472-3040 DISPLAY ADS 604-472-3020 CLASSIFIED ADS 604-630-3300 n
“I wouldn’t hire someone with a mental illness. They’re weird, and I’ve heard they can be slow and difficult to train.”
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his prejudicial misunderstanding, still surprisingly prevalent among employers across our country, is robbing mentally ill individuals of their fairly deserved right for employment. In doing so it ultimately affects each citizen in Canada by triggering an unstoppable chain reaction of adverse effects: tax hikes, increased health care costs, escalating crime rates and more widespread poverty, to name a few. The effects of mental health unemployment are estimated to cost Canada’s economy a whopping $50 billion each year. To clear any misunderstanding, the majority of mentally ill individuals seeking employment today are virtually identical to their “more composed” counterparts, save for a few particular innocuous quirks in behaviour — whether it be a propensity for anxiety-attacks, talking to oneself, facial tics, mental slowness or poverty of speech. These quirks, however, rarely have any relevance to one’s ability to fulfill job requirements; they merely need
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to be understood and accommodated by an employer, in a similar manner as a physical disability would be accommodated. And once they feel accepted and appreciated, employees with mental illnesses can and will shine in the workplace. For instance, my employer — a major grocery chain — understands my propensity for social anxiety. Accordingly, by limiting my work schedule to five-hour shifts and scheduling each shift two hours before opening time, my supervisor has effectively accommodated my disability, enabling me to achieve maximum productivity for the benefit of the company. To the credit of her astuteness, I’ve been praised as one of the most industrious and productive workers in a store that employs hundreds. And my situation is by no means atypical. Countless other sufferers have achieved success in the workplace thanks to the opportunities provided by open-minded, kind-hearted employers. As we progress towards deinstitutionalization, many employers will be confronted with the option of hiring an
individual who may show signs of mental illness — signs that may range from the barely noticeable to the obvious. I urge such employers to concentrate on that person’s qualifications as a guide rather than suspiciously probing for a potential disability. Once hired and accommodated, I believe any person with a mental illness will reach a symbiotic equilibrium where they can provide a maximum level of productivity for the business, the business in turn providing empowerment and autonomy for them. Finally, I encourage customers and the general public to patronize true equal-opportunity businesses that have deliberately hired individuals with obvious mental impairments, and to show patience and open-mindedness to those employees themselves who are striving hard to fulfill their employment requirements. With your kind-heartedness, we could vastly improve the quality of life for a tormented minority, consequently reaping the benefits of reduced unemployment and a stronger economy for Canada. Remember: The world around you is like a mirror. Acts of kindness to others are always reflected back to the giver.
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LD advocate needed in SD43 The Editor, Re. “Parents want more support for dyslexic students” (The Tri-City News, May 20). In this article, Judy Shirra, chair of the SD43 school board, indicated she will have a full response at the next meeting on how the new curriculum will target LD students. Four years ago, my LD grandson was in Grade 4. He needed a psych-ed assessment in order to be eligible for extra help in school. Since there was a two-year
waiting list for a school assessment, we were encouraged to get an independent assessment at our expense. This assessment was done privately and, additionally, his parents have paid for afterschool tutors in the course of four years. Finally, this year, my grandson’s parents enrolled him in a private school. My grandson just could not afford to lose anymore time. Since assessments are not advisable until students reach
Grade 4, it is critical to have early intervention programs in place for at-risk children from kindergarten to Grade 4. School-based teams are responsible for cobbling together programs for all LD children in their school. School staff need training and resources to meet the needs of our children and to ensure they are making progress. The Ministry of Education has good policy development for learning disabilities but
there is a gap between policy and implementation. There is a need for accountability and an enforcement process. Unfortunately, there is no presence of a strong advocate for LD students in SD43. Hopefully, the recent second-yearly presentation by Cathy McMillan and Kim Fisher will effect some change. We need a plan and a time line, not just hopeful wishes on the part of administration. Nadya Shore, Port Coquitlam
LOCAL BUSINESSES CAN LOOK UP TO SAVE MONEY The Editor, Lately, I’ve been thinking about the various trends in corporate social responsibility and the schemes to reduce their carbon footprint. Recently, at a local mall, I discovered that they removed all their recycling and waste bins in favour of employing a recycling team to sort, recycle and dispose of food court items that they state is helping them be better corporate citi-
zens by reducing their carbon footprint. That’s great, however, they probably can make a greater immediate impact by looking up. The malls lighting system currently has more than 140 1,000-watt high-pressure sodium parking lot lights and more than 50 1,000-watt metalhalide lights operating between 12 and 16 hours per day, which produces an estimated 1.5 tons of CO2 emissions per
day at an estimated annual energy and maintenance costs in the tens of thousands of dollars. Wouldn’t it make more sense to simply replace their lighting with an equivalent LED lighting system, which are proven through studies conducted by the US Department of Energy to reduce both CO2 emissions and lighting costs to around one-third? The energy savings alone
would pay for the costs to replace these energy suckers within a few years. A few days ago the Climate Group called for all public lighting to be LED by 2025. I think businesses would be wise to follow suit and prioritize the replacement of outdated energy consuming lighting systems to reduce their carbon footprint. Greg Gillanders, Coquitlam
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The Editor, When it comes to our environment, we have been burdened with inadequate government at all levels for decades. We also have millions of Canadians not making good choices when it comes to keeping our world liveable. While going to visit family, my wife and I have been noticing more older vehicles on the road. We are also seeing more vehicles with large engines. These are factors affecting our air quality and most likely climate change. I am aware of people who had their vehicles emissions rejected by AirCare so they parked their vehicles and now they are back on the road. We need exhaust checks on all older vehicles without it being a tax grab. We need our governments to restrict vehicle
and engine size to what is necessary, not to what every power-hungry person wants for show or play. The same can be said for boats, motorcycles and offroad vehicles. The question is simple: Should we be concerned how many over consuming and older vehicles are polluting our region and the planet? For me, no doubt at all, everyone should be concerned. I doubt too many Canadians care enough to change their choices so that leaves our governments to pass the regulations/legislation needed to reduce fuel consumption and air pollution. This subject has been passed around for decades. It’s time for more Canadians and our governments to make good decisions — as soon as possible. Steve Mancinelli, Coquitlam
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unknowingly in combination with other drugs. Public health officials in B.C. declared the drug deaths a public health emergency in April after 200 drug fatalities were recorded. B.C. is averaging 62 illicit drug deaths per month so far this year. The highest number to date was 77 in January, while there were 42 in May. The arrival in B.C. of synthetic drug W-18, which is many times more potent than fentanyl and can cause overdose or death in much smaller doses, is a new emerging concern.
A fentanyl lab being used to make knock-off heroin was raided by police in Burnaby earlier this spring and tests have since turned up traces of W-18 that investigators suspect may have reached the street. While fentanyl is a prescription painkiller used in hospitals, W-18 was never authorized for use by Health Canada. It’s 100 times more powerful than fentanyl, making it more profitable for drug lab operators and much riskier for users, who often believe what they are taking is heroin or Oxycontin. newsroom@tricitynews.com
COQUITLAM FIRE/RESCUE
Summer Safety Summer is almost here and while the warm weather means outdoor fun, there are increased fire risks too. Our ability to live more safely in this environment depends upon everyone taking steps to reduce those risks. Follow these tips to keep our forest, homes and everyone safe this summer.
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U O R B H H O G O I D E Nights N June 23 – Sept. 8 / 6 – 8 p.m. Come out and get to know your neighbours! Join us at these free events every Thursday evening at a local park for kids’ games, family activities and light refreshments. JUNE 23 – River Heights Riverview Park, 728 Clearwater Way
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Douglas garden party educates & amuses Event celebrates opening of the teaching garden
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The grand opening of the Sol (Sustainability, Outreach and Learning) Garden at the Coquitlam Campus of Douglas College on Monday, June 20 from 4 to 6 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. There will be tours, hands-on activities for children, live music, salsa dancing demonstrations and light refreshments. Attend the garden party to find out more about programs and sustainable approaches to urban gardening.
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Bugs are as important as flowers and veggies in the new Sol (Sustainability, Outreach and Learning) Garden at the Coquitlam Campus of Douglas College and on June 20 the public can find out why. That’s the date the college’s Institute of Urban Ecology is holding a garden party to celebrate the grand opening of the teaching and learning garden. Located on the south side of Pinetree Way next to the campus, the garden features beds of bee- and insect-loving flowers as well as traditional vegetables to show how even the tiniest bug can be beneficial to gardening. “What we are doing here is working on conservation and biological control. We want to conserve the insects that do good for us,” explained Rob McGregor, an ecology and environmental science instructor who is also the director of the college’s Institute of Urban Ecology. He said the opening of the garden marks a new initiative for the institute to encourage people to become knowledge-
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Robert McGregor, executive director of the Institute of Urban Ecology, in the Sol (Sustainability, Outreach and Learning) Garden at the Coquitlam campus of Douglas College. A grand opening of the teaching and learning garden will be held Monday, June 20 from 4 to 6 p.m. on the south side of the campus, off of Pinetree Way. able, insect-friendly gardeners. “We see it as a hub for community education, outreach and engagement regarding sustainable urban gardening,” said McGregor, adding that plans are in the works to offer educational workshop for the public at the Sol Garden this summer and fall.
The garden at the Coquitlam campus is an ideal spot for a teaching and learning garden. It is not much larger than the average suburban garden yet the beds are filled with plants such as yarrow and sweet alyssum that attract beneficial insects and other flowers that are like restaurants for bees.
“Food security depends on pollinators,” said McGregor, as he pointed to a large, hairy bumblebee that was diving into a blossom. For several years the institute has been engaging citizens scientists and students in collecting and studying insects through its UNIBUG (User
Network for Insect Biology in the Urban Garden) program. Now it’s doing more to get people to learn about and conserve bees, even teaching people how make their own mason beehives out of pop bottles and paper. McGregor said the Sol Garden will enhance those
efforts and people can learn more by visiting www.unibug.ca. “We want people to learn about insects and at the very least not be afraid of them. That’s my goal.” The Sol Garden party coincides with the summer solstice and will feature a tour of the garden, hands-on activities for children, live music, salsa dancing demonstrations and light refreshments. The event is free and will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. at the south side of the Coquitlam campus. Registration is available online at Eventbrite.
Volunteer Recruitment Month We need your help! Help us showcase the Coquitlam 2016 55+ BC Games. Get connected, have fun, meet new people, learn and develop a new skill. There’s a volunteer role for every skill set, interest and ability. Sign-up to volunteer at the event listed below or register on-line at: 55plusgames.ca
• Volunteer for the Coquitlam 2016 55+ BC Games at Tim Hortons* and receive a $2 Tim Card while quantities last. • Enter the draw to win a Tim Hortons coffee maker! • CKPM-FM broadcasting at Tim Hortons!
June 10 June 17 June 18 June 24 July 1
9am - 12pm 9am - 12pm 8am - 5pm 9am - 12pm 10am - 6pm
Tim Hortons - Eagleridge, 2635 Barnet Hwy Tim Hortons - Sunwood Square, 3025 Lougheed Hwy BC Highland Games - Town Centre Park Tim Hortons - Coquitlam Centre, 2929 Barnet Hwy Canada Day - Town Centre Park See you there!
* Eagleridge, Sunwood Square, Coquitlam Centre locations only – see dates & times
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Fighting crime from up on high EVAN SEAL BLACK PRESS
Circling over Surrey on a clear afternoon in February of last year, RCMP Tactical Flight Officer Cpl. Curtis Brassington and his civilian pilot received a call about a stolen pick-up truck spotted in Pitt Meadows. An officer had turned on his lights in an attempt to pull over the red full-sized truck but the driver sped off at high speed. Following protocol, the officer pulled to the side of the road — having to watch as the truck headed west on Lougheed Highway. He was adhering to a no-pursuit policy put in place to help prevent high-speed collisions involving innocent drivers and pedestrians. That’s when Brassington and Air 1, one of two RCMP helicopters monitoring the skies over the Lower Mainland, picked up the pursuit. Within minutes, they spotted the truck in Coquitlam, barreling 140 km/h down the shoulder of the highway in heavy traffic. When the driver saw RCMP cruisers in the area, he slammed on his brakes and began speeding in reverse — against traffic. Police were able to lay a down a spike belt that blew out a rear tire. For the next hour-and-ahalf, the driver of the stolen truck raced throughout the Lower Mainland, from Maple Ridge to Surrey, Cloverdale and Langley, travelling at speeds upwards of 150 km/h on Highway 1 with Brassington and Air 1 watching from 300 m above. When the suspect eventually ended up on the Golden Ears Bridge — facing oncoming traffic and the vehicle’s engine failing — RCMP members were able to box the truck in. But before it came to a complete stop, the driver jumped from the truck, climbed the fence on the bridge and tried to jump into the river. Officers grabbed one of his legs before he went over the edge and he was taken into custody. During this ordeal, the driver left 17 smashed vehicles in his wake. A few months later, the career criminal pleaded guilty to numerous charges and is now in prison. “It was a miracle he didn’t kill anyone along the way,” said Brassington. “But at least from the air we were able to watch where he was going. Members were at some points able to block intersections because he didn’t stop a single time at any stop sign or red light.” Without the ability to follow the suspect from the air and keep that continuity,
AIR 1 IN 2015:
• Took 800 flights • Played an essential role in 400 arrests • Attended 1,500 calls • Attended 30 searchand-rescue calls Brassington said, the driver may have been able to get away and then the costs of finding him and bringing him to justice would have skyrocketed. Police helicopters patrolling the skies around major metropolitan areas are not new tools in the crime-fighting kit. In fact, many large cities in the U.S. have a dozen or more choppers in the air. But it wasn’t until 2006 that ICBC funded the purchase of the first police helicopter for Metro Vancouver, with a jurisdiction stretching from Whistler to Hope. A second helicopter was added shortly after. Operational costs of $5 million annually are divided among the RCMP, ICBC and the provincial government. Equipped with a pair of cameras mounted on the underside of the helicopter for high-definition video and infrared heat detection, along with helmet-mounted night vision goggles that can amplify light up to 40,000 times, the airborne officers are able to respond to calls that run the gamut — from missing hikers, to surveillance, to traffic patrol, to marine emergencies — 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Recently, an older gentleman from a First Nations community in the eastern Fraser Valley had gone out fishing alone in a small aluminum skiff but by nightfall had not returned. Following a search by local residents and searchand-rescue volunteers, his overturned boat was found floating in the river. Air 1 was dispatched to the area and, using the infrared camera, its crew was able to detect a heat source in the dark near the edge of the river. It turned out to be the fisherman and although he was hypothermic, he made a full recovery. Often, just the light from a cellphone in the dark or the reflection of light from a bright object such as a belt buckle can be the difference between people being spotted or not. “We will tell people, ‘If you are lost at night and you hear the helicopter, turn on your flashlight or phone and point it at the helicopter’,” said Brassington. “Once we see that flash of light, we can point our camera in that area and say yes, that’s a person.”
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RCMP Tactical Flight Officer Cpl. Curtis Brassington, right, inside the cockpit of Air 1, left.
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Workshops to help families Golden Age coping with Alzheimer’s Home Support & Companionship Services
Providing Unique & Personalized Services.
The Alzheimer Society of B.C. will be presenting the following workshops — including two in Coquitlam — in June and July: • Understanding Communication and Behaviour: This is a one-day workshop for family members who are caring for a person with dementia. Caregivers will gain an understanding of how communication and behaviours are affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. They will also have the opportunity to learn about practical coping strategies to support the person with dementia. This session runs Saturday, June 18, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Coquitlam Public Library’s City Centre branch, 1169 Pinetree Way. Refreshments will be available but please bring your own lunch.
• Heads Up: An Introduction to Brain Health: This workshop encourages participants to actively engage in protecting and maintaining their brain. Learn strategies and set goals for improving the health of your mind, body and spirit. Anyone interested in brain health is welcome to at-
tend. It runs on Thursday, June 30, 7:30 to 9 p.m., at Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam. • Transition to Residential Care: This session is designed to help family caregivers who are considering residential care options for a person with dementia. General informa-
tion will be provided on how to access residential care in the community, as well as a review of some important considerations when choosing a facility. It’s set for Friday, July 8, 10 a.m. to noon, at Ridge Meadows Seniors Activity Centre, 12150 224th St., Maple Ridge. • Dementia Dialogues — Travelling: Planning to travel? Participate in this session to discuss successes and challenges you have experienced; identify strategies to make a trip go more smoothly; and talk about other traveling tips and options. This runs on Wednesday, July 13, 1 to 3 p.m., at North Fraser Resource Centre, 103-5623 Imperial St., Burnaby. Early pre-registration is required for all these programs as space is limited. To register, call Vivian at 604-298-0780 or email: vtsai@alzheimerbc.org.
THE 55+ GAMES ARE COMING TO COQUITLAM • Coquitlam 50+ (Glen Pine and Dogwood pavilions) slo-pitch ball club is looking for men age 55+ and women 50+ from the Tri-Cities who are interested in reliving their childhood dreams. It is not necessary to have participated
in organized ball in your past life, just have some knowledge of the game and an ability to make it around the bases. There are teams playing out of both Town Centre Park and Mundy Park, with practices and games on Tuesday and
Thursday mornings, and the season starting as soon as weather permits. Info: Len, 604-941-0081 or lenraili@ shaw.ca, or Barry, 604-9368436 or the.langs@shaw.ca. • Dogwood Drama Club meets Mondays and
Thursdays, 1-3:30 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam (entrance and parking off Winslow Avenue). New members are always welcome for acting roles or backstage crew. Info: Don, 604526-2345.
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Volunteers are needed to collect food at local stores July 16 to help Share Family and Community Services fill empty food bank shelves. The Host a Store program is a great way to build teamwork in organizations and businesses while also helping vulnerable children and families in the community.
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Golf tournaments, potlucks and slow-pitch teams may be one way to build a collaborative team amongst co-workers and colleagues. But how about doing something to support the local food bank? That’s the question Share Family and Community Services would like Tri-City businesses and organizations to consider this summer as the non-profit organization works to fill empty food bank shelves. “We were looking for a new summer food drive campaign and we thought this might be something local business and organizations might support,� explained Michelle Murray, Share’s event coordinator and
fund development officer. The one-day ‘Host a Store’ initiative takes place Saturday, July 16 and the idea is that a business or organization would choose a grocery store and collect donations from shoppers to support the food bank. Murray said businesses and organizations would benefit by building teamwork and morale and the food bank would benefit by getting enough food and money to fill hampers for Tri-City individuals and families in need through the summer and fall. Share provides 5,000 pounds of food to a minimum of 375 families every week so every little bit helps. To participate in the Host a Store program, contact Murray at 604-529-5107.
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SUMMER GROWING
There’s still time to plant those vegetables IN THE GARDEN
BRIAN MINTER It’s been a curious year for food gardening, especially with vegetables. The unseasonably warm April weather gave everyone an early start and many cool-loving crops like lettuce, chard, spinach, peas and brassicas are already being harvested. Some of the heat lovers that were planted early, like cucumbers, beans and tomatoes, have had varying degrees of success and some replanting has been necessary. The two weeks of cool, damp weather in May were both good and challenging for many veggies, but overall it’s been a great year so far. Early June, however, is a critical time in the garden, both for replanting and beginning some of the late summer and even winter crops. It is a great time now to seed turnips, parsnips and carrots for a fall harvest. The timing of when to plant brussel sprouts can often seem confusing, but now is the ideal
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June is a great time of year to start planning for the winter growing season. Turnips, parsnips and carrots can all be planted around now and be ready for a Thanksgiving and Christmas harvest. time for seeding and transplanting for a Thanksgiving and Christmas harvest. Try to use hybrid varieties for the greatest success rather than the old open-pollinated varieties — it makes a big difference in the quantity of the sprouts. June is also an ideal time to plant winter squash as well as summer squash. Today there is such an amazing selection
of both and they are one of the best investments for mid-summer and winter produce. They are now available in container and small space varieties of both types, making them far easier to maintain. Transplants are great, but honestly, there is still time to seed them. Pumpkins have also exploded in popularity over the past few years but not only for
fall and Halloween décor but also as food. Pumpkin desserts or soup anyone? The selection of varieties is over the moon, from the tiniest baseball size up to the Atlantic Giants now reaching world record levels of 2000 lb. plus. They are fun to grow and what an engagement for children. Gourds, too, are experiencing increasing popularity with many new cool varieties that
add funky fun and humour to our gardens. For mid-season and even late summer brassicas, keep planting — as one crop finishes another should be started. For mid-season crops, it is important to get varieties that grow and finish well in the summer heat. The many varieties of cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli have kept these veggies at the forefront of popularity.
There’s lots of time yet for cucumbers of all types. I still feel the Japanese burpless varieties are the easiest and best to grow for sweetness, flavour and productivity. Pickling cucumbers is growing in popularity, as well as the extra sweet European novelty forms like Perseus. They love the heat and transplants can produce in 30 to 40 days. Tomatoes love summer’s warm temperatures and with longer days and extra heat, they will surprise you how quickly they can produce. Trailing bush types, like the Tumblers and Tumbling Toms, are the first to fruit and larger plants with blossoms can be ready to enjoy in just a few weeks. There is a trend towards yellow cherry tomatoes, which folks are finding far sweeter and more flavourful than the red ones. Peppers, too, love the heat and from the nice bell types to the spicy hots and super hots, there is still time to plant for great results. Finally, it’s basil time! Basil loves the heat and drought and performs best in summer conditions whether in a container or in the ground. It is a must have garden staple. Summer gardening is here and the most precious part is being able to enjoy our own fresh produce all summer and fall. So let’s keep planting.
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Join a summer reading club at the library BOOKS PLUS Books Plus runs in The TriCity News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.
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• Green your Home: Coquitlam Public Library is partnering with Vancity and Cool North Shore to show you how to identify and act on problem areas that cause your home to lose heat — and waste energy. Participants will learn simple, inexpensive steps they can take to reduce their carbon footprint, save on energy bills and make their homes more comfortable through all kinds of weather. The session runs from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 14 at the Poirier branch
(Nancy Bennett Room). Space is limited so register by Monday, June 13; email seminarrsvp@vancity.com or leave a message on the library’s program registration line, 604937-4155. Refreshments will be served. • Mother Goose for Korean parents and children: Are you a Korean parent with a child under age five who lives in the Tri-Cities? You and your child are invited to share in the fun of learning nursery rhymes, songs and stories in Korean and English in this free program, which is sponsored by CPL and SUCCESS, and runs Mondays through July 25, 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the City Centre branch. For more information or to register, call 604-4686101. Priority will be given to people who are registering for the Mother Goose program for the first time. Start your summer reading today: Kids and young
teens can register for the annual Summer Reading Clubs at Coquitlam Public Library starting right now. Kids from preschool (age 4) up to grade 5 can join the Kids’ Summer Reading Club, while students finishing grades 5, 6, 7 and 8 are welcome to join the Middle Schoolers Summer Reading Club. To register for the Kids’ SRC, children should go to the ‘ask me’ desk at the City Centre Branch, or the information desk at the Poirier Branch. A staff member will record a bit of information about each child — such as their name and school — provide the child with a reading record, postcard and bookmark. Children completing their reading will have an opportunity to win one of two eReaders and to win a trophy for their school. For more information about any of these programs, visit www.coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at
1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
PORT MOODY
• Philosopher’s Café: Cancer Research: Are we on the right track? Are we missing something? What do you want to share about “the Big C” and the way we go about treatment, research and funding? Join Ryan Morin, a professor of molecular biology and biochemistry at SFU on Wednesday, June 15 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the library’s ParkLane Room to explore these questions. • Summer Reading Club registration: Kids can sign up now for this year’s awesome Summer Reading Program. Register at the library for this fun, free reading program to get your keepsake reading record, take part in lots of free programs and win great prizes. • Get the App: Get the Port Moody Public Library smartphone app today from the
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• The Great Gordini: Launch your Summer Reading Club fun at Terry Fox Library with the magic of the awardwinning magician the Great Gordini, who will have fantastic magic tricks up his sleeve. See if you can unravel his magical mysteries while being hilariously entertained. This is a show the whole family will enjoy. Everyone is welcome Thursday, July 14, 2 to 2:45 p.m. • TAG: Fox’s Teen Advisory Group (TAG) helps to plan
and develop teen-oriented programs and services at the Terry Fox Library. TAG members organize programs for teens, volunteer as reading buddies and help with other library events. The meetings are fun and always include snacks, and TAG membership looks great on resumes as well as job and college applications. Volunteer hours are granted for attending monthly meetings and volunteering at library events. Membership is open to all teens. If you’d like to join, attend the next meeting on Tuesday, June 21, 7 to 8 p.m. or visit the library to pick up an application. Registration is required. For more information, visit www.fvrl.bc.ca or the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page. Terry Fox Library is located 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. Phone 604927-7999.
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SING ME A SONG
Enthusiasm & Spirit Award goes to Ranch Park students JANIS WARREN The Tri-CiTy News
Grace Lee received the email in April. The subject line read: “Deadline extended.” The call came from the office of the lieutenant governor of B.C., Judith Guichon, who was taking entries for Sing Me A Song, a program designed to stir national pride in the lead up to next year’s 150th birthday of Canada. The next day, Lee presented the challenge to her grade 3, 4 and 5 music class at Ranch Park elementary and handed out maple leaf templates. She asked her students at the Coquitlam school to write a sentence or two about what Canada meant to them. Later, Lee poured over the 110 responses and fell in love with their answers. Each statement was so unique, she said. Lee, who was born in South Korea and moved to Coquitlam at the age of eight, thought about her experiences growing up in a new country. Like so many of students in School District 43, she struggled to adapt to a new school, culture and language; however, with the help of her teachers and her passion for music, Lee settled in. Yesterday, Lee talked about her journey after her students sang their composition, A Little Thanks, before Guichon at a special assembly to honour the “country that has given us so much,” Lee said. “What better song to have than a gift of a promise of a young child.” Guichon praised the school for its entry and honoured it with the Enthusiasm and Spirit Award, the first time a B.C.
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B.C.’s Lieutenant-Governor Judith Guichon was at Ranch Park elementary yesterday to congratulate the Coquitlam school for winning the first-ever Enthusiasm and Spirit Award for this year’s Sing Me A Song program. school has received the program distinction. “I think it’s a wonderful reflection of your school’s mission,” Guichon said. “Take every opportunity
to learn, lead and succeed.” Now in its third year, Sing Me A Song aims to promote music and community spirit in the province. It is open to
schools, community choirs and amateur musical groups who can provide an original score. This year’s entries were judged by Lt. Matthew Clark, director of the Naden Band for the Royal Canadian Navy; Maureen Archambault, musical director of Youth Choir 61, the honour choir of the Greater Victoria School District; and Heather Pawsey, opera singer and artistic director of Astrolabe Musik Theatre. Besides Ranch Park, the 2016 winners are: École Cobble Hill (under 11 category); St. Patrick’s elementary (under 18 category); and Gabriola Island Singers (open category), which has won the competition two years in a row. jwarren@tricitynews.com @jwarrenTC
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THINGS-TO-DO GUIDE: JUNE 10 – 12
Kick up your heels at the Teddy Bear concert, parade & picnic SARAH PAYNE
THE TRI-CITY NEWS
This weekend is perfect for catching a movie (and checking out a pint-sized art show), taking the kids to a parade and picnic, pitching in a push for a good cause and soaking up the goodness of Riverview’s green oasis.
Friday, June 10 MOVIE NIGHT
A Prague teacher leaves the city behind to work in the countryside and connects with a local woman and her teenaged son. But when the reasons for his departure from Prague begin to surface the trio’s strength and compassion are tested to a breaking point. The Country Teacher runs immediately after the Port Moody Film Society’s AGM at 7:30 p.m. at the Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr.). Visit www.pmfilm.ca for details.
Saturday, June 11 WEE ART FEST
Local kids are showing off their artistic chops at the annual Children’s Art Festival at the PoMo Galleria (100 Newport Dr.). There are more than 350 exuberant paintings on display and live demonstrations today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit www.evelia.ca for more info.
SHRED IT
Tax returns piling up? Bundles of documents bound for recycling? Dispose of your papers, safely, at a free community shredding event at the Port Coquitlam recreation complex (2150 Wilson Ave.) from 8 a.m. to noon. Recall Secure Destruction Services, the company that shreds PoCo’s confidential documents, will be tearing up papers beyond recognition and then sending the bits off to recycling. Bring anything you like up to a maximum of four recycling bags or boxes per person. Call 604-927-5212 for more info. The Rotary Club of Port Moody is also hosting a by-donation Shred-a-Thon at the civic centre traffic circle (100 Newport Dr.) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
HAVE YOUR SAY
What do you think should happen to the old fire hall site and the existing works yard in Port Moody? How can they be used to provide the community with amenities like park space, trails and a new library? Share your thoughts at a community fair on Inlet Centre land use at the old fire hall site (Murray Street and Ioco Road) from 1 to 5 p.m. Visit www.portmoody.ca for more information and an informative video.
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Tony Prophet will be among the entertainers at the annual Teddy Bear Parade and Picnic this Sunday at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam).
TEDDY BEAR CONCERT
Coquitlam kicks off its Teddy Bear weekend with an afternoon concert for children of all ages. Be sure to bring your cuddly friends to enjoy the music with you. The concert runs from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way).
Sunday, June 12 TEDDY BEAR FUN
Grab your stuffed bruin buddy and stake out your spot for the annual Teddy Bear Grande Parade (9:45 to 11 a.m.) through Coquitlam (starting at Burlington Drive) to Town Centre Park, where the Teddy Bear Picnic will be full of fun for little ones. Children can enjoy storytelling, puppet shows, roving entertainment, gymnastics and much more from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission to the picnic is $3; children under three are free. Visit festivalcoquitlam.ca for full details.
A SWINGING GOOD TIME
Drop by Moody middle school (3115 St. Johns St., PoMo) and give Kendal-Leah Skelton a push on the swings. She’ll be there with her family and friends to raise money for breast cancer research in honour of her aunt, Arielle Patterson, who was recently diagnosed with the disease and underwent a double mastectomy (read her witty and endearing blog at https://thanks4themammaries.wordpress.com/). Kendal will be swinging from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and could sure use a few pushes. Donations are welcome; contact dwilliamson@hardysales.com for more information.
TREE TOUR
After loads of sunshine and a recent sprinkling of rain, the trees at the former Riverview Hospital are in truly fine form. Fortunately, the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society has a tree tour lined up to check out the trees in all their early summer glory, so be ready to ooh and ah over the sweeping vistas and foliage. Meet at 1 p.m. at the entrance to the Henry Esson Young building. Visit ww.rhcs.org or call 604-290-9910 for more info.
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Shedding Light on Local Issues Since the story was published in The Tri-City News, we’ve seen a huge outpouring of support for our female fighters and fundraising campaign. It is very encouraging to see so many new female firefighter recruits choosing to serve this community and become role models FIRE CHIEF JAY SHARPE SASAMAT FIRE DEPARTMENT Do you have a local story? Let’s chat: tips@tricitynews.com
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SAFE KIDS WEEK
Keep windows secure, warns BCEHS 15 children per year sustain injuries from falls
B.C. Children’ Hospital and B.C. Emergency Health Services are wrapping up Safe Kids Week by reminding parents and caregivers to make sure their windows and balconies are safe and secure. Every year, paramedics respond to approximately 15 medical emergencies involving young children with injuries related to falls from a window or balcony. Already this year, at least five children have been treated at various B.C. hos-
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B.C. Emergency Health Services says approximately 15 medical emergencies involving young children occur each year related to falls from a window or balcony. pitals after being injured this way. “The injuries associated
with window falls can be devastating,” said Dr. Ash Singhal, pediatric neurosurgeon
and medical director, B.C. Children’s Hospital Trauma Program. “We see broken limbs, skull fractures and brain injuries that can cause life-long problems for children.” Children are especially vulnerable to falls because they are curious, they love to climb and often don’t recognize when they are putting themselves at risk. Even small children are capable of pushing open an unlocked window and toddlers, who have a higher centre of gravity, can easily fall headfirst through a window screen if they lean against it. “A few simple actions can make a home more secure for children and prevent devastat-
ing falls,” said BCEHS paramedic Marilyn Oberg. “Parents and caregivers should consider installing window and door safety locks, which limit how wide they can open. This is a simple and effective measure to help keep children safe during the warm spring and summer months.”
OTHER TIPS
• Don’t underestimate a child’s mobility — children begin climbing before they can walk. • Move household items away from windows to discourage children from climbing to peer out. • Be aware that window
screens will not prevent children from falling through — they keep bugs out, not children in. • Install window guards on windows above the ground level. These act as a gate in front of the window. • Or, fasten the windows, so that they cannot open more than 10 cm. • Children can fit through spaces as small as 12 cm wide. In either case, ensure there is a safe release option in case of a house fire. • Don’t leave children unattended on balconies or decks. Move furniture or planters away from the edges as kids can climb up and over.
Terry Fox Secondary Class of 2016
THANKS The parents and students of the Terry Fox Secondary Class of 2016 would like to express our sincere appreciation to the many generous sponsors, businesses and individuals who kindly supported us throughout this year and helped to make our After Grad on May 28th an overwhelming success.
We are grateful for your sponsorships and donations of food, services and prizes, especially as we know you are approached daily by every school, team and event in our neighbourhood. We hope we have taught our kids to recognize and respect this and they will one day be as supportive of the youth in their communities as you have been to them. We also thank our neighbours, friends and families and Terry Fox Secondary staff for kindly buying our raffle tickets, attending our fundraisers and dropping off empties to the Bottle drive. Events like
After Grads are only possible with significant community support and we are truly grateful. It means so much that as a group we were able to honour and contribute to three causes dear to our hearts – The Legacy Project Syrian Refugee Education Fund, the Fox Family Foundation in memory of our hero and namesake’s father Mr. Rolly Fox and to the memorial bursary established by the parents of our beloved friend, peer and team-mate Cole Marsh; forever a Raven, forever a Saint and going for Gold with Team BC.
Please remember these businesses when you are out in the community. OUR SINCERE THANKS TO: Able Concrete Inc Alba Soccer Academy Anchor Bay Consulting Angelo’s Salon Anton’s Pasta Aran Orthodontics Art Knapps Avon - Joanne Yates Climb Base 5 Bikram Yoga Black & Lee Blend Bubble Tea Boston Pizza Branded Athletics Brian A. Shaw Inc. Burke Beer House Capilano Suspension Bridge Caps Westwood cycle
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TC SPOTLIGHT HAPPY BIRTHDAY
GOOD SERVICE
Two Tri-City pharmacists scooped awards this month from the BC Pharmacy Association. David Wang took the Voice of Pharmacy Award while Ajit Johal, right, a clinical services co-ordinator at Wilson Pharmacy in Port Coquitlam, received the 2016 New Practitioner Award
Tri-City Scouts Nikolai Isakov, Adam Matthews-Kott, Cassie Bopkof, Zach Bopkof, Kaleb Habetler and Kevin Yuze Zhou were at the Fraser Valley Council’s Chief Scout’s Award Ceremony last Saturday.
JAPAN GAME
Utility service provider Corix plugged in $10,000 with the Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation in support of its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The New Westminster hospital, which also serves the Tri-Cities, also recently received $7,500 from the FortisBC employee-run charitable group Warm Hearts Charitable Foundation to help RCH upgrade equipment. Send press releases and photos to jwarren@tricitynews.com.
People Who Give a Damn Tri-Cities gave $3,500 to the Share Family and Community Services at its second event this spring, held June 1 at Moody Ales. Its first donation of $1,600 went to Tri-City Transitions.
GIVING A BOOST TO A LOCAL CHARITY
ADANAC NATION FILLS THE RINK
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Six decades of Coquitlam senior Adanacs players, volunteers, parents and fans donned team gear for a Flood the Floor photo at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex floor last Saturday during its game with Nanaimo.
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Chris Turpin, at left, a teacher and rugby coach at Coquitlam’s Gleneagle secondary, won a private suite at BC Place on Saturday to watch the rugby game between Canada and Japan. Ross Davidson, at right, a retired School District 43 principal who hired Turpin in 1997, presented the prize on behalf of Rugby Canada. Over the years, Turpin and colleagues like Stevi Schnoor, Simon Quinto, Tony Whitham and others have led the high school team to provincial championships.
SCOUTS END YEAR AT VALLEY EVENT
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The family of Alice Charboneau , right, was at Coquitlam’s All Saints Parish Church last month to celebrate her 100th year. Relatives and friends travelled from around B.C., Alberta and the United States to wish the new centenarian well. A North Dakota native, Charboneau moved to Vancouver in 1938 to marry Wilf, who has since passed. Today, she calls Christmas Manor home. Her birthday is June 1.
Maura Fitzpatrick of the Children of the Street Society in Coquitlam took in $500 from the Burnaby Lougheed Lions Club after its annual BBQ on June 2. The donation will be used for school workshops.
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THE ENVIRONMENT
Review ends with whimper & 157 conditions GREEN SCENE
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n May 19, the National Energy Board (NEB) announced its decision regarding Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain pipeline project in the form of a 553-page report. To almost no one’s surprise — and much dismay among residents of Metro Vancouver — the board approved the project with 157 conditions. This concluded a three-year process that was supposed to last only two years under much weakened environmental legislation brought in by the Stephen Harper government. Under the Conservatives’ revised NEB regulations, people, businesses, governments and groups had to apply to participate as intervenors, with the privilege of submitting written questions to Trans Mountain, or as commenters, who were allowed only to submit comments to the NEB. Of those who applied, 400 were accepted as intervenors while another 798 were as accepted as com-
An oil tanker at the Kinder Morgan facility in Burnaby. menters; more than 400 applications were refused entirely. A major flaw with this new hearing process was that cross examination of witnesses was eliminated. Cross examination is a critical feature of any judicial process as it allows the evidence presented to be verified. The convoluted question-and-response process has proven to be a totally inadequate substitute. Because these responses and answers were compiled as 400 sets of individual files, this created a quagmire of paperwork or online files that required considerable searching to track answers. This required time well beyond what most groups or individuals could commit to the
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process. A Sierra Club report last year documented that, for the first round of 2,501 questions for which intervenors received vague and unhelpful responses, the NEB required adequate responses from Trans Mountain for only 4.5%. For example, Trans Mountain was allowed to ignore 80 questions posed by the B.C. government. There were many instances of Trans Mountain submitting evidence that was disputed by intervenors. Lawyers for the city of Burnaby calculated that in 62% of these cases, Trans Mountain’s evidence was accepted by the NEB despite contested evidence
submitted by intervenors. In contrast, the NEB accepted intervenors’ evidence over that of Trans Mountain in only 2% of the cases. This led several intervenors to withdraw from the hearing, including the respected economist Robyn Allan, who denounced the process as rigged and said the NEB had violated rules of procedural fairness. For many people in Metro Vancouver, one of worst possible outcomes of this pipeline would be a catastrophic oil spill from greatly increased tanker traffic carrying diluted bitumen from the Westridge terminal on Burrard Inlet through the Salish Sea to destinations abroad. Here’s how the NEB dismissed that risk: “The board is of the view that although impacts from a credible worst-case spill would probably be adverse and significant, natural recovery of the impacted areas and species would likely return most biological conditions to a state generally similar to pre-spill conditions. Such recovery may be as quick as a year or two for some valued [i.e., ecological] components, or may take as long as a decade or more for others.” The board also said: “Based on the evidence before it, the board finds that a large spill in Burrard Inlet is not a likely event.” In other words, don’t worry, it’s probably not going to hap-
pen and if it does, in a year or two the environment will mostly recover. Whew, now we can relax, the experts have spoken. Or can we? As for a tanker accident in the Salish Sea, from which a spill of diluted bitumen could imperil our resident orcas and much other marine life, the NEB simply said that Trans Mountain is not to be responsible for a tanker-based spill. Somehow, this doesn’t make me feel any safer, either. The city of Port Moody and other intervenors pointed out the absence of baseline data on marine life in Burrard Inlet — data that would be essential when trying to restore the environment after a spill — yet the NEB failed to require this baseline data be gathered through science-based biological inventories. The 157 conditions it imposed are mostly requirements simply to prepare and submit reports. Last August, before evidence was presented by intervenors, the NEB had already proposed 145 of these conditions. After hearing volumes of evidence from 400 intervenors and 798 commenters, they added only 12 new conditions. The analysis undertaken by lawyers for the city of Burnaby showed only seven of the 157 conditions contain any enforceable obligations. For example, six months before commencing
operations, Trans Mountain must file an emergency response plan for the Westridge Marine Terminal and an evacuation plan for surrounding areas. But who will ensure these will be effective plans that really work and that all the required equipment, protocols, etc. will be in place? Shouldn’t such important information be filed as part of the hearing process so that everyone can read and evaluate it? Robyn Allan recently criticized the NEB for failing to notice, in its economic analysis, that crude oil tankers shipments decreased from 71 tankers in 2010 to only 32 last year, an indication that the overseas market for Alberta heavy crude is disappearing. This NEB process became a mockery of what a judicial review should be — a review based on scientific and verifiable evidence and a fair process under which all citizens can comment. The federal Liberal cabinet now has until the end of the year to make their decision. Let us hope that wiser heads will prevail. Elaine Golds is a Port Moody environmentalist who is president and conservation chair of the Burke Mountain Naturalists, and member of the boards of the Colony Farm Park Association and the Port Moody Ecological Society.
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Feast your eyes and your tummies at the Market: plants, flowers, vegetables, jams, pies, cookies and gifts.
FRIDAY, JUNE 17: Splendub presents Midsummer “Ember Skies” 19 + Youth Dance JUNE 18–19: Paavo Nurmi Run Saturday morning Viking Village Cultural Displays Shopping Kiosks Dancing Bonfire Beer Garden Music Midsummer Pole Traditional Scandinavian Foods Volvo Club Wife Carrying Contest Kid’s activities Scandinavian Community Centre, 6540 Thomas Street, Burnaby (604) 294-2777 Directions: Kensington Ave & HWY #1; Exit 32 Eastbound or exit 33 Westbound from HWY #1
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Volunteer Recruitment Month We need your help! Help us showcase the Coquitlam 2016 55+ BC Games. Get connected, have fun, meet new people, learn and develop a new skill. There’s a volunteer role for every skill set, interest and ability. Sign-up to volunteer at the event listed below or register on-line at: 55plusgames.ca
• Volunteer for the Coquitlam 2016 55+ BC Games at Tim Hortons* and receive a $2 Tim Card while quantities last. • Enter the draw to win a Tim Hortons coffee maker! • CKPM-FM broadcasting at Tim Hortons!
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Drug education offers Community Savings support for families New Port Coquitlam Branch Open June 7th Weekly education series on until the end of August
Share Alcohol and Drug Program is hosting a new education series that runs on Wednesday evenings until the end of August. The program is open to everyone in the community and offers information for those who are struggling with substance misuse/abuse or are concerned about their use. It will also help those people affected by others’ substance use. There is no cost for this group. Topics will vary from week to week (see outline below), with the format consisting of a video, a brief presentation, and open dis-
cussion. Sessions run from 7 to 8 p.m. on the second floor at Share, 2615 Clarke St., Port Moody. Sessions include: • June 15: Alcohol — how dependence develops; controlled using, and effects on pregnant women. Also you will learn briefly about drinking, drugs and driving. • June 22: Cocaine and crystal meth — the struggle to recover, and what long-term recovery looks like. • June 29: Marijuana — a second class addiction? • July 6: Heroin and other common depressants/opiates — addiction, struggle and recovery. • July 13: Trauma and substance use — the possible effects of the influence of trauma on substance use. • July 20: Anger — under-
standing your anger and learning how to manage it more effectively. • July 27: Stress — learning how to cope with little and big problems without using. • Aug. 3: Relapse prevention — discussion on the psychological, emotional and physical aspects of relapsing and what can be done. • Aug. 10: Mental Illness, depression and addiction — understanding the links between the mental illness and substance misuse/abuse will be tonight’s goal. • Aug. 17: Substance affected — how others misuse of alcohol and drugs affects us. How to help others. • Aug. 24: Stage 2 recovery — life in the future. For more information, call 604-936-3900.
Community Savings Port Coquitlam branch is now located at 111-2020 Oxford Connector. Come and visit us at our new and comfortable layout, we look forward to seeing you there!
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• PoCo Heritage hosts official opening of third instalment of PoCo’s Stories exhibit, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives, 1502248 McAllister Ave., PoCo. Info: 604-927-8403 or info@ pocoheritage.org. • Celebrate 21 years of a Provincial Park on Burke Mountain by hiking with the Burke Mountain Naturalists. This is a moderate hike on the Woodland Walk Trail. People should be prepared to travel on steep but short sections of trail and cross a few small creeks by easy boulder-hopping – help will be provided to cross safely. The round trip distance is 11.5 km. Participants (adults only) should wear sturdy hiking footwear and bring water, lunch and appropriate clothing for this five-hour hike. The hike will depart at 8 a.m., rain or shine. Registration & info: Ian, 604-939-4039. • Crossroads Hospice Society’s Bucket List Festival, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Anvil Centre, New Westminster. A special event to help you address the issues we all face in life when it is at its most precious; presentations include: The Advanced Care Plan; De-cluttering and Downsizing; Wills and Estates; and Living Our Bucket List. Tickets: $25 includes lunch and coffee breaks (pre-registration and prepayment required). Info: www.crossroadshospicesociety.com. • Friends of DeBoville Slough will be conducting an invasive plant control work party, 9 a.m.noon. With the assistance of the city of Coquitlam, volunteers will be working on controlling Japanese knotweed. Meet at the kiosk on the north side of the slough; the Friends will sup-
ply tools but if you have a favourite looper or hand pruner, feel free to bring it along. DeBoville Slough is located at the corner of Cedar Drive and Victoria Drive in northeast Coquitlam. Wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather (also bring sunscreen and water). Info: info@ fodbs.org.
SUNDAY JUNE 12
• Riverview Horticultural Centre Society tree tour on the Riverview Hospital grounds – enjoy the trees in all their early summer glory as vistas and foliage texture contrasts are spectacular at this time of year. Meet at 1 p.m. at the upper entrance of the Henry Esson Young Building. Site map: www.rhcs. org. Info: 604-290-9910.
MONDAY, JUNE 13
• PoCo Heritage hosts Rhymes of Times: Getting Hitched, 10:30-11:30 a.m., PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives, 150-2248 McAllister Ave., PoCo. At this free, guided adult reminiscing session, share your wedding details – the good, the bad, and the laughable. Info: 604-927-8403 or info@ pocoheritage.org. • Tri-City Photography Club, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., Port Moody. Topic: Hands-on session – outdoor/indoor shots. Info: www.tricityphotoclub.ca.
TUESDAY, JUNE 14
• Have you considered becoming a foster family? There are children and youth in the Tri-Cities who require skilled, caring, foster parents. To learn more, the Ministry of Children and Family
Development invites you to attend an information session, 10 a.m.-noon, at 200-906 Roderick Ave., Coquitlam. For info or another session date: 604-764-8098.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15
• Al-Anon Family Group open meeting, 8 p.m., Como Lake United Church, 1110 King Albert Ave., Coquitlam. Info: 604-6881716.
THURSDAY, JUNE 16
• PoCo Heritage general meeting, 1 p.m., PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives, 1502248 McAllister Ave., PoCo. Also: The family story of the Mary Maxim Company. Info: 604-927-8403 or info@pocoheritage.org. • Tri-City Greendrinks features Work Like Nature author Lea Elliott, 6:30–9:30 p.m., the Gallery Bistro, 2411 Clarke St., Port Moody. Elliott, an environmental solutions consultant, biologist, writer and educator who has over 20 years of experience in the environmental field, will share principles from nature that will help you work more sustainably. Info: www.meetup.com/ tricity-greendrinks.
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• The Circle of Friends, a social group for 50+ singles who are looking to meet new friends and participate in social events such as walking, dancing, dining out, travel, theatre, etc., meets at PoCo Legion, 133–2675 Shaughnessy St, 7 p.m. to plan events. Info: Nina, 604-9419032. see NEXT page
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• PoCo Heritage’s Heritage Writers Group, 10:30 a.m.-noon, PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives, 150-2248 McAllister Ave., PoCo. Get started writing your own life story for family and posterity. Bring pen and paper or laptop computer. Info: 604927-8403 or info@pocoheritage. org. • Tri-City Singles Social Club, which offers an opportunity for 50+ singles to get together and enjoy a variety of fun activities such as dining, dancing, theatre, travel, movies and more, now now meets on the third Monday of the month (except December), 7 p.m., Legion Manor, 2909 Hope St., Port Moody (street parking only). New members welcome. InfoL Darline, 604-466-0017.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22
• Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club small stamp auction – everyone welcome. Viewing starts at 7 p.m., auction after 8 p.m., McGee Room, Poirier community centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca or 604-941-9306.
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• The Tri-City Singles Social Club offers an opportunity for 50+ singles to get together and enjoy fun activities such as dining, dancing, theatre, travel, movies and more. Meetings are normally held on the third Monday of each month, excluding December, 7:30 p.m., at the Legion Manor, 2909 Hope St., Port Moody (on-street parking only). New members are welcome. Info: Darline, 604-4660017. • Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce’s Toastmasters group meets Wednesdays, noon-1:15 p.m., PoCo city hall to improve communication and leadership skills. For more information, visit business.tricitieschamber.com/events. • City of the Arts Toastmasters, dedicated to improving leadership and public speaking skills, meets 5:30-7 p.m., Port Moody city hall, 100 Newport Dr. Info: Mike, cityofthearts@icloud.com or cityofthearts.toastmastersclubs.org. • Rotary Club of PoCo Centennial meets Thursdays, 4:15 p.m., Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave., PoCo; new members welcome. Info: Barrie, barrie@barrieseaton.com or 604-945-6627. • Fraser Pacific Rose Society meets last Tuesday of each month except August and December, 7 p.m. Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. Everyone welcome. • Downtown Coquitlam Toastmasters meet every Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m.; first Wednesday of each Month at Coquitlam Public Library, City Centre branch, 1169 Pinetree Way, in the Coquitlam foundation Room; other Wednesdays in Room B2090, Douglas College, David Lam Campus, 1250 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam. The Toastmasters program addresses skills including public speaking, listening, evaluating and feedback, as well as leadership skills. Info: 604-936-1427. • PoCo Lions Club meets first and third Tuesdays of each month, 7 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion 133, 2675 Shaughnessy St., PoCo. New members welcome. Info:: Gord, 604-9415140 or pzcgrg@shaw.ca. • Circle of Friends is a social group for 50+ fun singles who are looking to meet new friends and participate in social events. Group meets to plan events at 7 p.m. on the third Friday of each month at the PoCo
• Dogwood Photography Group meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month, 7-9 p.m., at Coquitlam’s Dogwood Pavilion. Club members must be members of Dogwood Pavilion; professionals and novices alike are welcome. Info: Arcadia, 604-936-2263 or artistarcadi@gmail.com. • Barnet Lions Club meets first and third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., Coquitlam Grill restaurant, 2635 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-644-7194 or www.barnetlions.com. • New Toastmaster club: Are you interested in having fun while developing communication and leadership skills? Would you like to be able to deliver a powerful toast at a wedding or a memorable speech, or learn to lead a team more effectively? This is your opportunity to be a charter member of the new RP2 Toastmaster Club.
GREENDRINKS
• Work Like Nature author Lea Elliott will be hosing TriCity Greendrinks on Thursday, June 16 between 6:30 and 9:30 p.m. The event is an opportunity to hear from an environmental solutions consultant and biologist with over 20 years of experience on issues ranging from sustainability and the environment. Participants will gain insights from Metro Vancouver’s green innovators who are working to create wins for the environment, their business and their communities. The event will take place at the Gallery Bistro (2411 Clarke St., Port Moody). For more information go to www.meetup.com/tricitygreendrinks. Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St. Info: Nina, 604-941-9032. • Coquitlam Gogos (Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation) meet third Wednesday of each month, 1 p.m., Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam. Info: Pam, 604-469-0265. • Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise meets Tuesdays, 7:15 a.m., City Centre Aquatic Complex, 1210 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-464-7706. • PoMo Men’s 55-plus Curling League is looking for players who would like to curl regularly or as a spare; league runs Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: Tony, 604-461-5901 or Bill, 604464-1051. • Tri-City Photography Club meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month (except holidays) at 7:30 p.m. at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., PoMo. The club is a great way to hone your skills and meet other photographers of all levels, and has photography outings throughout the Lower Mainland. Info: www.tricityphoto.ca. • Coquitlam Lawn Bowling Club is looking for new members. The bowling green and clubhouse are next door to Dogwood Pavilion and rose garden, located at 624 Poirier St. Membership is $90 per year and includes use of practice bowls, exercise, clean air, sunshine and friendship. Info: Dennis or Flo, 604-945-2768. • Euchre Club meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St., PoCo. Info: Bev, 604-942-8911. • Tri-City Speakers Toastmasters Club meets Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m., Douglas College, David Lam Campus, main building, Room B2050, 1250 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam; you can drop in for an evening to experience the effective communications and honing of leadership skills in a friendly environment. Info: tricityspeakers. toastmastersclubs.org or Sean, 778-995-5230. • Fear speaking to a group? Get self-confidence and speaking skills as the Tri-Cities only noon-hour Toastmasters club meets at Coquitlam city hall every Tuesday, noon-1 p.m. Guests and visitors welcome. Info: tottcoquitlam.toastmastersclubs.org or Brad, 604-4182393. • Lincoln Toastmasters meets from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Hyde Creek rec centre, 1379 Laurier Ave., PoCo (Room 3, upstairs). Improve your selfconfidence, communication and leadership skills through public speaking; new members welcome. Information: http://6399.toastmastersclubs. org. • Friends of Coquitlam Public Library meet on the second Saturday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the boardroom, Poirier Branch. Info: 604-9374130. • Morningside Toastmasters
meetings are held Thursdays, 7-8:30 a.m., at Burkeview Family Funeral Home, 1340 Dominion Ave., PoCo. Club is looking for new members who are committed to improving their public speaking, leadership and communication skills. Info: lindakozina@gmail.com or www. morningsidetoastmasters.ca.
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email: newsroom@tricitynews.com phone: 604-472-3030 www.tricitynews.com/community/events-calendar starting at 9:30 a.m. from the Rocky Point Park parking lot. Info: Maurina, pocomohiking@ hotmail.com. • Singles over-45 walking group meets Saturdays, 9:15 a.m. at Pitt Meadows rec centre for walks in Tri-Cities and Ridge Meadows areas. Info: Graham, 604-464 1839. • Super Strikers Youth Cricket Club plays at Mackin Park in Coquitlam; all levels welcome, including handball cricket for U16 and U14 and kanga (softball) cricket for U10. Info: 604461-2522 or kittybridgens@ yahoo.ca. • Port Coquitlam Elks Lodge 49 meets first and third Thursdays at 8 p.m. it Elks Hall, 2272 Leigh Sq. Elks are looking for new members. Group provides community service to young people and seniors in the Tri-Cities and beyond. Info: Ed, 604-945-0880 or 604-9421345.
The club will meet Wednesdays 7-9 p.m. at Port Moody rec complex. Info: Gene, 604 2308030 or genevickers@hotmail. com. • Dogwood and Glen Pine Seniors’ Softball Association seeks players for a new, competitive co-ed team, ages 50+; this team plays in the daytime. Info: Rick, 604-937-5446. • Apex Netball Club is held Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hillcrest middle school, 2161 Regan Ave., Coquitlam for women and girls of all ages. Beginners welcome. Info: Wendy, 604-552-3219. • Do you want to improve your ability to speak? Check out Rocky Point Toastmasters in Port Moody. Meetings are held Mondays, 7-9:15 p.m. (guests please show up 15 minutes early) at PoMo city hall. Info: rockypoint.freetoasthost.net. • Pocomo Hiking Club invites people to join Saturday hikes
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The Coquitlam Sharks took on North Vancouver during an under-16 water polo match at the Coquitlam Centre Aquatic Complex Sunday afternoon.
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A close win over the Nanaimo Timbermen last weekend has put the Coquitlam Adanacs within a stones throw of first place in the Western Lacrosse Association standings. The game was close for the full 60 minutes, with Nanaimo
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• Who: Coquitlam Adanacs vs. Maple Ridge Burrards • When: Saturday, June 11 (7 p.m.) • Where: The Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex • Info: www.wlalacrosse. com never more than two goals behind the home team last Saturday at the Poirier Sport
and Leisure Complex. Ryan Lee opened the scoring for the visitors before Ryan Johnson and Reid Reinholdt tied and then went ahead one goal for the A’s. However, it wasn’t until the second period where Coquitlam took the lead and held onto it for good. Travis Cornwall scored a pair of goals while Brendon Anger had two assists in the match and Brian Gillis had a goal and an assist. A couple of late goals from the Timbermen — one from Randy Jones and another
from Cody Bremner — kept things close at the end of the third period. However, Coquitlam held on for the 8-7 win. Dan Lewis had another strong game in net for Coquitlam, turning away 35 of the 42 shots he faced. The A’s netminder is still at the top of the league in wins (three), goals against average (five) and save percentage (0.876). With Saturday’s victory, the Adanacs are firmly in second place in the league with a 3-1 record. If the Maple Ridge Burrards
lose to the New Westminster Salmonbellies Thursday night (in a game that took place after The Tri-City News’ deadline), it could mean Saturday’s game between the A’s and the Burrards at Poirier would be for first in the league. Maple Ridge is current at the top of the standings with a perfect 4-0 record, while the Victoria Shamrocks are behind the Adanacs with a 3-2 record. For more information, go to www.wlalacrosse.com. sports@tricitynews.com @gmckennaTC
B.C. HOCKEY LEAGUE
Michie takes his hockey skills to RMC Express forward will join the RMC Paladins next year As a Coquitlam Express forward, Matt Michie was known for his strong work ethic. It is an attribute that the 20-year-old right hander will take with him to the Royal Military College hockey program, where Michie will play with the Paladins of the Ontario University Athletics Association east division next year. The 5’9”, 185 lb. skater, who scored four goals and nine assists last season in the BCHL, said he is happy to take his
game to the next level. “I’m very excited to be playing hockey for the Royal Military College next season and taking the next step in my career,” he said in an email. “Thank you to the Coquitlam Express family for helping my achieve my goals.” While competing in the Canadian Interuniversity Sports league, Michie will also be enrolled in the infantry officer program and the arts department. The school, which is located in Kingston, Ont., and has been around since 1876, has several notable alums, including astronaut Chris Hadfield and Senator Romeo Dallaire. Michie’s career started
with the Vancouver Northeast Chiefs in the B.C. Major Midget League, before he played two seasons with the Walpoke Express in the EHL. Last season was his first foray into the junior A ranks, and Express coach Barry Wolff said Michie has a bright future ahead of him. “We are extremely proud of Matt and seeing him getting this opportunity is awesome,” he said. “It takes an exceptional character person to enroll in such a prestigious, high-demanding military college. Matt will take with him his high-end work ethic and his will to succeed on the ice.” sports@tricitynews.com @gmckennaTC
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The Port Coquitlam Saints got back to their winning ways with a pair of victories last weekend. The B.C. Jr. ‘A’ Lacrosse League team got the ball rolling on Friday at home, when they came back from being down at the midway point in the game to defeat the New Westminster Salmonbellies 6-5 in overtime. Ryland Rees’ goalscoring heroics ended the back-and-forth affair and gave the Saints the team’s fifth win of the season. But a victory was far from a certainty in the early parts of the game. Mitchell Flintoff opened the scoring for the visitors before making it 2-1 a few minutes later. Early in the second, the Bellies added an insurance marker when Adam Dickson found the back of the net to make it 3-1 New West. However, the Saints began to show some signs of life when Ty Klarner potted his eighth of the season and Keegan Bell tied things up at the midway mark of the middle frame. Liam Thomas scored to briefly give the Saints a lead, but New West was able to tie things up again before the second intermission. Both teams scored in the third, forcing overtime. PoCo kept up its pace the next day at the Q Centre in Victoria where the Saints took on the Shamrocks. Connor Frost scored a hat trick in the match, while Bell had two goals and two assists and Rees scored two goals and one assist. With a minute left in the game, the Saints looked to be in control with an 11-8 lead. However, Victoria’s Nick Preston and Marshal King gave their fans hope with two quick goals 21 seconds apart. The Saints held on and the final score was 11-10. sports@tricitynews.com
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RETURNING PLAYER Adanacs grab gold REGISTRATION ON NOW The Coquitlam Adancs midget take on the Calgary Hornets during the Trevor Wingrove Invitational Tournament at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex last weekend.
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in bantam division Team defeats Juan de Fuca in championship finals The Coquitlam Adanacs bantam A1 lacrosse team took gold at the Trevor Wingrove Invitational Tournament last weekend after defeating the Juan de Fuca Whalers in the finals. The A’s went 3-0 during the round-robin portion of the tourney, racking up 32 goals in the process while the team’s stingy defence only allowed five goals. A win against Ridge Meadows set the stage for the showdown versus the Whalers in the gold medal game. Luca Antongiovanni scored five goals and two assists for Coquitlam as the club cruised to an 8-3 victory, while goaltender Thomas Ungaro was named MVP. In the midget division, the Adanacs were on the losing end of a championship game
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The Coquitlam Adanacs bantam A1 squad after defeating the Juan de Fuca Whalers at the Trevor Wingrove Memorial Invitational. against the Delta Islanders. Diego Pasula scored a hat trick but it was not enough to get around the high-scoring Islanders, who took the final game 10-6. The midget Ridge Meadows Burrards took bronze in the tourney after narrowly defeating the Calgary Hornets 6-5. Ridge Meadows also took gold in the peewee finals, taking down Juan de Fuca 8-2, while in the bronze medal game the Adanacs were upset by the Nanaimo Timbermen. The Trevor Wingrove Inspirational Players awards
were presented in all three divisions.Shayne McKay of the Ridge Meadows Burrards took home the honour in the peewee division, while Marcello Mannarino of Coquitlam won the award in the bantam division. Delta goalie Jarvis Dashkewytch won the award in the midget division. The tournament is held annually at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, with teams from across Canada and the United States turning up to play. For more information go to www.trevorwingrove.com.
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Talented Talon takes show to the east coast Emily Flood will join the NCAA’s River Hawks
Port Moody field hockey player Emily Flood is taking her game to the east coast. The Gleneagle secondary Talons midfielder has signed a letter of intent with the University of Massachusetts Lowell, an NCAA Div. I school, where she will join the River Hawks in the 2016 campaign. “Emily is our first ever Canadian recruit,” said coach Shannon Hlebichuk. “She plays with two clubs at home that have prepared her well for the collegiate game.” Since 2015, Flood has been a member of the Polar Bears Reyes Tour and has competed
at the Disney Showcase twice. The 5’4” athlete has also joined her club team at the U.S. Nationals every year since 2013. “Emily is a crafty player with regards to her elimination skills and her decision making, and she will provide us with efficiency in the attacking 23,” said Hlebichuk. She is truly committed to being a River Hawk, and we are excited to watch her develop over the next four years.” During her four years at Gleneagle, Flood has captained the squad twice. She was instrumental in their success during the 2013 bronze medal finish at the B.C. Field Hockey Provincial Championships and the following year when the team finished fifth.
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