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despite the growing popularity around the world of such programs as Uber and Lyft, low-cost, smartphone appbased alternatives to taxis. In Canada, Uber currently operates in Toronto, Montreal, Halifax, Ottawa, Edmonton, Quebec City, southwest Ontario, Calgary and more than 40 other cities. It is also used in some 350 cities in other countries. In October, Vancouver city council passed a motion to have stakeholders such as ICBC, taxi and ride-sharing industries, and tourism groups look at opportunities for the region; a report on their findings is due shortly.

Ernie and Janet Nial have seen a lot in their 20 years of volunteering at the toy donation bin at Coquitlam Centre: stress and panic, certainly, but also patience, gratitude and overwhelming generosity. For two decades, the Coquitlam couple has used two weeks of their annual holiday time to work shifts at Share Family and Community Services’ donation booth. They started when their daughters were 10 and 13 and, over the years, got better at juggling their volunteer work in the busy days leading up to Christmas. It never occurred to them to use those two weeks for a vacation, or to do anything but be at the mall at the peak of holiday shopping madness. “It’s amazing, the people that you meet,” Janet said as she wiped away a tear. “Sometimes, people come and say they used to get toys from Share as a kid and now they’ve turned their lives around and they want to give back.”

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Janet and Ernie Nial of Coquitlam have been using their holiday time for each of the last 20 years to work as volunteers at Share Family and Community Services’ toy donation booth at Coquitlam Centre.

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The permanent homeless shelter located at 3030 Gordon Ave. in Coquitlam will open on Monday, with beds in private rooms (above left) for most clients but, also, the option for extra beds when temperatures drop below zero. Top right: A worker puts some finishing touches on a barbecue shelter. Above right: a look at the courtyard where clients can gather. MORE 3030 GORDON PHOTOS: www.tricitynews.com.

HOMELESSNESS IN THE TRI-CITIES

3030 Gordon: open doors & open arms Adam Prytuluk, program manager, and Bill Briscall, communications manager, took The Tri-City News on a tour of 3030 Gordon Ave., the new transition housing and shelter built with $12.9 million in senior government funding and $405,000 in land provided by the city of Coquitlam. The facility is set to open next week, providing 30 transitional studio units and 30 permanent shelter beds in separate rooms, plus 30 dorm-style emergency shelter beds. DIANE STRANDBERG Tri-CiTy News

eds are being made and workers are putting finishing touches on paint, furniture and flooring at 3030 Gordon Ave. in Coquitlam as RainCity Housing Society staff prepare to start taking in the Tri-Cities’ homeless people on Monday. Offering private rooms for both short-term and longer stays, storage for belongings, three meals a day and counselling, the facility — known as 3030 Gordon — sets a new bar for supporting vulnerable people in this region and will be a big change for those now sleeping on mats at Coquitlam Alliance church or in tents in the woods near the Coquitlam River. “Just seeing the walls going up and taking shape, and see-

ing the capacity it will have not only in housing capacity but services for people who are homeless to help them with their issues, in my mind it will be very powerful,” said Sandy Burpee, co-chair of the Tri-Cities Homelessness and Housing Task Group, who has advocated for a permanent shelter for more than a decade. The Tri-Cities have long cared for its most vulnerable, with the city of Coquitlam identifying a site for the permanent shelter as early as 2008, and Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody churches providing temporary shelter with funds from the federal government and Hope for Freedom Outreach running the program.

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The Tri-City News has been covering the issue of homelessness for more than a decade, for a timeline on the issue, visit tricitynews.com.

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RainCity Housing Society’s Adam Prytuluk, program manager, and Bill Briscall, communications manager, in an outdoor recreation area at the new homeless shelter at 3030 Gordon Ave. 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with supports, including counselling and life planning, so people don’t have to leave to spend their days in the cold. It will also operate all year, not just during the cold and wet fall and winter months, providing more opportunities for reaching out to those who don’t have a place to live and who need a helping hand to deal with alcoholism, drug ad-

diction or mental health issues, or a combination thereof. “I see it being a hub to address the needs of people who are homeless and being effective in getting them off the streets,” Burpee said, noting that Fraser Health will be providing doctors and nurses to use the medical examination room. Fraser Health will also provide a therapist to work with people with mental health

and addiction issues. It will be a few weeks before the shelter fills up, with BC Housing interviewing candidates for the studio apartments for longer stays, and caseworkers speaking to those already using the temporary mat program to see if they want to move into the shelter rooms. But already, 3030 Gordon is a hive of activity.

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Manager Adam Prytuluk said staff are being hired to provide support services during the day and night, and expects everything to be running starting next week. The entire project has been designed, built and staffed to deal with the special needs of people who are in various stages of homelessness, Prytuluk said, and with his 14 years of experience working

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hours and three days or more. “When you consider impaired driving-related deaths and serious injuries are completely preventable, even one impaired driver is one too many,” said Sgt. Terry MacDonald. “For those who insist on being behind the wheel after having a ‘couple of drinks,’ you should give your head a shake.” Police are reminding those who are out celebrating to plan ahead for a safe ride home by arranging for a designated driver, calling a taxi, taking transit or using Operation Red Nose, the

by-donation service that gets you and your vehicle home safely for a donation to KidSport. About 27% of car crash fatalities are related to impairment, making it one of the leading causes of crash fatalities in B.C. On average, 23 people are killed in crashes involving impaired driving in the Lower Mainland. Coquitlam RCMP are planning additional CounterAttack enforcement events at least every weekend through the holiday season. spayne@tricitynews.com @spayneTC

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The staff have also been chosen for their compassion and experience; there will be cultural workers to work with people who identify as aboriginal, peer support workers who have been through homelessness, or drug or alcohol addiction and community integration workers who will help people get back into society. “We have a housing-first model,” Prytuluk says. “That means we want to get them into housing, then we hope they will gravitate toward stability.” That means clients don’t necessarily have to be off drugs or alcohol to get a room. In fact, they can ask for 24-hour

bed rest to get healthy, “then we’ll start talking about their housing plans and housing history,” Prytuluk explained. The rooms themselves are comfortable, with washrooms and kitchens in the transition studio units for people staying longer (up to two years) and who might also be working. The temporary shelter beds are inviting — a big change from sleeping on a mat on the floor of a church hall — and the room gives clients privacy as well as a view, with a large picture window looking over the Coquitlam hillside. Six of the transition studio units are wheelchair accessible and one entire floor has been set aside for women.

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Since 3030 will serve a vari-

ety of people, security is tight and well thought out, with key cards for people living in the transitional units and locked areas with intercom entry on the shelter units. Surveillance cameras keep an eye on the common areas, with banks of TV screens in the administration office to monitor client safety. Anyone who looks at the facility from the outside — such as commuters riding the West Coast Express that passes on weekday mornings and afternoons — will see something that looks like an attractive condo building. For the community, the idea of a permanent shelter has been controversial but RainCity’s communications manager Bill Briscall says neighbours, including local

business owners, are coming around to the idea. He says some are even planning to volunteer or are on the project’s community advisory committee, which meets monthly and includes RCMP staff, and health care providers. Briscall, who co-chairs the Tri-Cities Homelessness and Housing Task Group with Burpee, plans to continue to provide outreach, handing out cards with RainCity contact numbers to people and businesses in the area next week.

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There will also be efforts to maintain the high level of volunteerism that has been so successful with Hope for Freedom Society’s (HFFS) church mat program. In fact, plans are in the works for HFFS

to hire a volunteer coordinator, if funds are available, to look after this important area of community development. HFFS will also have workers on site to help homeless move into recovery. For Burpee, encouraging people to volunteer and contribute is crucial for getting community buy-in and so homeless people see they are valued and that people care about them. But he’s also confident that RainCity, with its lengthy history of working in this area, including community outreach, will ensure 3030 Gordon lives up to its promise as an asset to the region. “RainCity Housing has an excellent track record for managing impacts on the neighbourhood; they work really

well with neighbourhoods,” Burpee said. “The community advisory committee has been formed. If there are issues coming up, they will deal with them and any household in the neighbourhood, if they have a concern, they’ll know who to contact.” Prytuluk is obviously excited about the new facility opening Monday and proud that RainCity has this opportunity, pointing out that like its other supported housing projects in the Lower Mainland, starting Monday, 3030 Gordon will offer a safe, secure place for vulnerable people who are homeless. It will be a welcoming home, Prytuluk says, one that never closes. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com @dstrandbergTC

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They see parents with young children, coaxing their little ones to the donation bin as they patiently explain the brand new toy is not for them but, instead, for other kids who aren’t so fortunate. They see how those early lessons resonate when teenagers drop off a donation because it’s what they did as little kids with their parents. And they are struck with awe by those whose generosity defies comprehension, like the elderly man Ernie has twice seen deposit a $1,500 cheque in the box or the two women who donated $1,000 in mall gift cards, even though it looked like they needed it more, Janet said. “It just reminds you that you should never judge people, and that you never know what’s gone on in people’s lives,” she said. Even the small gifts mean a great deal, the couple said, because whether the donation is a toy or money, every little bit helps. “When you see the joy on the kids’ faces,” Janet said, “it makes it all worthwhile. It restores your faith in humanity.” • The Share toy donation bin and gift wrapping station are at Coquitlam Centre mall on the upper level (near the food court entrance). New, unwrapped

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UBER VS. TAXI

Safety, accessibility among council concerns continued from front page

Last month, Langley Township council moved a resolution to lobby the province to relax the regulations around ride-sharing. At Monday’s finance committee meeting, PoCo Mayor Greg Moore said he used Uber last week while in London, England, and in Paris, France, while at the 2015 UN Climate Change Conference. He said he found the service to be reliable, efficient and “far superior than any taxi” ride he has had in Canada. Coun. Brad West also said he has also received bad service from taxi cabs, noting one

company recently refused his fare because it didn’t want its car to travel all the way to PoCo. And Coun. Darrell Penner noted a third of Uber drivers are women who make a decent hourly wage of $22.50. The flexible time for working is also attractive to people who want to pocket extra cash in their offwork hours. But Coun. Dean Washington said he’s worried about the impact of local taxi companies and if Uber drivers cherry-pick prime times. Uber is “great when you are travelling,” he added, “but I’m not so sure for Port Coquitlam.” Coquitlam Coun. Bonita

Zarrillo also cautioned there’s a lot of research that needs to be done before a two-tiered system is approved. “Uber doesn’t have accessible vehicles like taxis, who do it very, very well,” she said. (According to a city report, the total number of taxis that can operate in Coquitlam is 97, 10 of which are accessible. Within Metro Vancouver, accessible taxis make up 14% of the regional fleet.) As well, Zarrillo said Uber only caters to people who are tech-savvy. “What about our seniors?” she asked. “Many don’t have smartphones and apps.” As for safety, PoCo chief

Mayor Mike Clay said council has not discussed the service for its municipality. “We have in the past expressed our concerns with the lack of appropriate taxi services in the Tri-Cities, particularly the ability to get a cab from downtown back home to Port Moody in the late night and early morning hours,” Clay wrote in an email to The TriCity News. “Many of the cabs that are downtown refuse to take people to the Tri-Cities and the Vancouver cab companies continue to block Tri-City cab companies from working in Vancouver. “So, on that issue, Uber may

administrative officer John Leeburn wrote in his report there’s no indication Uber passengers are in more danger than those using a licensed taxi. Moore said the city could regulate Uber drivers through its business licensing program. Coquitlam and PoCo’s calls for ride-sharing come the same week the Passenger Transportation Board permitted 58 extra cabs in Vancouver this month — about a quarter of the number sought by the Vancouver Taxi Association to handle holiday traffic. PoCo council is expected to formally adopt its resolution Monday. Meanwhile, Port Moody

be a possibility to give our residents increased options and availability, which we would welcome, assuming that all appropriate safety regulations are followed.” Liberal MLA Linda Reimer (Port Moody-Coquitlam) said she has received a couple of emails about Uber and the company has met with her caucus colleagues. “It’s just a matter of time,” Reimer said. “The provincial government wants to work with them and, if it happens, we want to make sure it’s done properly with the safety of the public in mind.” jwarren@tricitynews.com @jwarrenTC

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Port Moody’s traffic safety committee will be looking at ways to improve safety on Gatensbury Street. A group of Gatensbury residents were at Tuesday’s council meeting to lobby for changes to the steep, winding street, much as they did five years ago. Many of the concerns remain the same — no sidewalks or shoulder to walk on, speeding vehicles in both directions, outof-control cars flying into front yards — but now the residents have lost their mail delivery as well because of the dangerous conditions. “They did not move on to a dangerous road,” Gatensbury resident Lori Holdenried said of herself and her neighbours, “the road became dangerous because of inaction over many years.” In her presentation, Holdenried noted the last traf-

fic tests, done in 2010, showed the collector road — the only one in the city without sidewalks — was handling 6,000 vehicles daily going an average of 58 km/h despite the 30 km/h speed limit. The coming Evergreen Line and associated development in the area are likely to exacerbate the problem, she added. And if sidewalks aren’t possible, Holdenried suggested installing a walking path, banning truck traffic or finding a way to do traffic enforcement. But Mayor Mike Clay said traffic calming measures could have unintended consequences. “We can’t change the fact the road is what it is,” he said, adding that building curbs and sidewalks just generates more traffic. The additional stormwater management work could also mean a $10-million bill to fix Gatensbury, Clay said. “What sidewalks do… is it allows for a wider range of traffic calming,” Holdenried said, including the ability to narrow the road where needed, install boulevards and bumps. “Without sidewalks it’s very limited.” The lack of sidewalks has also

meant residents have lost their door-to-door mail delivery. They first noticed the lack of mail last month and were later told by Canada Post that the route was deemed too dangerous and community mailboxes would be installed at the top of Gatensbury. In Holdenried’s presentation, she read a message from a letter carrier, who said the day he reported the conditions to his supervisor was the day he was almost hit by a speeding truck. “I have been delivering the mail for almost 18 years and I have never considered stopping delivery,” he wrote. “I feel very badly for everyone affected but I hope you can see I just want to come home to my three kids and my wife every night.” Holdenried has also started a Facebook page to bring both Port Moody and Coquitlam residents on the street together. Council members expressed their support for Gatensbury residents and unanimously agreed to a motion to have traffic safety on the street added to the traffic safety committee’s 2016 work plan.

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he holiday season is an important fundraising period for local charities. In fact, the six-week period leading up to Christmas accounts for 40% of all charitable donations that will be made in 2015. With so many causes, Tri-City residents may find it difficult to make a decision. Here are some handy tips for putting your charity dollar to good use: • Make your Christmas budget and stick to it, reserving a portion to give to charity. • Encourage your children to give to worthy causes; doing so builds character and increases the chances that they will grow up to be happy, caring and successful. • Research charities that give you the best bang for your buck. Often, local charities, such as Share Family and Community Services, Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation, Salvation Army and Crossroads Hospice, are smart choices because the money stays close to home. There are many ways to give this time of year. Find out which charity fits best with your values, donate and feel good about the choice you made.

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hey’re the forgotten cousins of political donors, a beast that’s neither corporate nor union: trade associations. If you have a shingle to hang, there’s one out there for you (even for the shingle maker). There are associations for brewers, vintners, distillers and beverage licensees, for the owners of golf courses, apartment buildings and shopping centres, and the operators of wharfs and convenience stores. Many are known to donate generously to political parties, particularly when they want to curry favour. In the U.S., it’s called “dark money,” a way to spend big bucks on politics and remain relatively anonymous. It doesn’t have the same bad rap in B.C. yet but it’s problematic. In tracking the donations of 116 associations over the last 10 years, 106 have donated more than $4.1 million to the B.C. Liberal party, with $2.6 million of that coming from just 10. Fifty-eight of the associations donated $715,986 to the BC NDP. Nine of the 10 most generous with the BC Liberals also found $282,725 for the NDP.

Coming in tops for both parties was the New Car Dealers Association of BC, which, since 2005, has given $1.08 million to the BC Liberals and $82,790 to the NDP. The Cement Association of Canada has donated $142,920 to the provincial Liberals, with $105,500 of that donated in 2012 and 2013, just as the B.C. government was conducting a review of the carbon tax. Canada’s National Brewers Association has donated $125,191 to the BC Liberals, $44,596 of it between 2013 and 2014. The BC Wine Institute gave the bulk of its donations ($14,068 of $15,523) in the same two-year period as well. You might almost think a review into liquor policies was underway. The Big 10 — the most generous of the generous — are interesting not just for the size of their donations but the fluctuations from one year to the next. Drop the year where they gave the most and that outlier year jumps off the page with more than a handful of them. Coast Forest Products Association gave an average of $3,698 annually to the BC Liberal party between 2005 and

2014, except for 2009, when it gave $53,500. The Construction Labour Relations Association gave an average of $8,735 to the Liberals, except for 2009, when it gave $53,238. The BC Road Builders and Heavy Construction Association gave an average of $3,148, except for 2009, when it donated $112,610, including a single cheque for $110,000. Must have been some bake sale. In 2010, the association’s president told the Globe and Mail that it restricts political spending to election years and planned to donate the same amount in 2013. Not even close. In 2013, it donated $2,550 and reported spending less than $500 during the election. These aren’t the types of groups that raise money through car washes. Annual membership fees in the New Car Dealers Association range from $550 to $2,750. It’s not chump change being tossed into party coffers. In 2006, the Big 10 donated $64,313 to the Liberals; three years later, they gave $503,202 and, in 2013, they forked out $501,263. That’s a lot of top-up cash.

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THE REFUGEE CRISIS

Stop need for stop-gaps Access to education key The Editor, One of the beautiful things about living in the Tri-Cities is that people are always trying to help others, even if they don’t have that much themselves. Regular people come together to raise money, be it for school band equipment or helping refugees or feeding people at the food bank. I am grateful to live in a community where so many people care, especially in the season of giving. One of my favourite gifts in the last few years has been to give to a charity I think would touch my loved ones. Perhaps the best gift you can give those in need this holiday season is to write to your MLA or MP and ask them to do something about living wages so that instead of going to the food bank, a struggling single parent might be able to afford healthy food. Perhaps we should be writing to say we need a pharmacare plan so that parents do not have to resort to crowdfunding to pay for life-saving medical treatment. Last year, my brother-inlaw received a donation to

KUDOS FOR POCO LIVING WAGE POLICY The Editor, Re. “PoCo ctte. gives initial OK to living wage policy” (The Tri-City News, Dec. 9). I was very pleased to read about Port Coquitlam’s pending adoption of a living wage policy. Rising income inequality has had some very negative effects on our society. It’s a fact that once inflation accounted for, many Canadian earn less today than they did 20-plus years ago. If Canada is one of the wealthiest countries in the world, this is a bad thing. The living wage is defined simply as “the hourly wage that two working parents with two young children must earn to meet their basic expenses, once government taxes, credits, deductions and subsidies have been taken into account.” Certainly, nobody will get rich earning $19.75 per hour. I hope we start to see other municipalities and, more importantly, businesses adopt similar policies. It’s upsetting that government needs to regulate ethical wages. But it’s time — this needs to be done. Chris Carter, Port Moody

Sea Shepherd Conservation Society in his name but I think he’d rather we all had the right to a healthy environment. As a lover of education, perhaps the best gift I can give the little girl up the street this year is to write and demand adequate public school funding so that there will still be an

art program or a librarian by the time she goes to school. This year, my Christmas wish is that we rethink charitable stop-gap measures, as much as our hearts are in the right place, and ask our public officials to give our neighbours the gift of a healthy and equitable society. Amy Lubik, Port Moody

for refugees and citizens The Editor, I have mixed emotions about welcoming the thousands of Syrian refugees soon due to arrive on our shores. On one hand, I wish to graciously return a favour granted to my family back in 1981, when Canada offered us such a warm welcome after we immigrated for similar reasons — in our case, to escape the oppressive climate of Cold War-era communism. My misgivings, on the other hand, stem from Canada’s lack of federal and provincial funding to properly integrate these refugees into the community and prepare them for their lives as productive Canadian citizens, specifically through the means of relevant education programs. As a person with a chronic mental illness seeking to become self-sufficient, I’ve experienced my share of hardship in the search for a decent career. From the outset, my quest for self-sufficiency has been fraught with impossible obstacles;

namely, the catch-22 mechanism barring me from affording post-secondary education, not to mention a cognitive impairment and other symptomatology typical of my illness. Through relentless research and seeking the advice of professionals, however, I devised my own personal road map to success, depending first on an institution called Coquitlam Learning Opportunities Centre. CLOC was the only institution where I could enrol in free high-school-level courses as a refresher in preparation for college after my 22-year hiatus from formal education. Excitedly, I started at the Grade 12 level with math and physics courses, achieving high grades in each; afterwards, I eagerly looked forward to complete my high school refresher program with two similar courses. I would soon have qualified for the highly-anticipated Douglas College calculus I course I had been saving up for. Alas, last May, the minister of education annulled my road map to suc-

cess by instating $500 tuition fees for some courses at this institution, citing reasons of “sustainability.” If our education system cannot sustain the needs of current Canadian citizens seeking to become contributing members of the work force, how will we prepare 25,000 Syrian immigrants for their futures in our country? Christy Clark, Justin Trudeau: This Syrian exodus is your cue to address the poverty conundrums in our province by invoking that long-awaited poverty-reduction plan, for our country’s false facade of wealth and prosperity is offering empty promises to those who long to escape oppression and tyranny. With post-secondary education as inaccessible as it is today, especially for individuals suffering cognitive deficits and poverty, one fate is for certain: Thousands more will be either relying on Canadian welfare benefits or undergoing the tribulations of abject destitution. Peter Toth, Port Coquitlam

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$4.3M for an overhaul of Coquitlam’s Rochester Park Coquitlam’s Rochester Park will get a $4.3-million facelift. On Monday, council approved the detailed design and budget for the 10-acre park, which will see the construction of new amenities and upgrades

to the trail network. New elements expected to be added to the park include a youth area with skateboard obstacles, a climbing structure and a zipline and tunnel slide, as well as play areas for chil-

dren of all ages. The final price tag is considerably higher than city’s early estimates. A main cost driver was the upgrade to the trail network, which was originally budgeted for $450,000 but

back into the project. Construction is expected to begin early in 2016 and more information will be posted to www.coquitlam.ca/parksplanning as work proceeds.

scaled down some of the elements of the park to bring it within the initial budget range. But during a council meeting in September, staff were directed to put some of the amenities, including the zipline,

jumped to $1 million when staff encountered challenging geotechnical conditions for construction. Raul Allueva, the city’s general manager of parks, recreation and culture, initially

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The city of Coquitlam fell just short of achieving its ambitious 30% greenhouse gas reduction target by 2015 but should be able to hit the goal shortly, according to city staff. A report to council from the engineering department acknowledged the city was only able to reduce its emissions by 26% since the adoption of its climate action plan, which set the target back in 2006. But Steffanie Warriner, the city’s manager of environmental services, said that further calibration of the new Thermenex energy system would allow the city to meet its goal. Thermenex provides heating and cooling to the City Centre precinct, including the City Centre Aquatic Complex, city hall, the Coquitlam RCMP detachment and the Evergreen Cultural Centre. “We were hoping all of the fine tuning would take place in the first year,” Warriner said. “We just didn’t quite get there. It is a very complicated and complex system.” She noted some of the successes the climate action plan has achieved, particularly when Coquitlam’s rapid growth is considered. Warriner said that had the city not grown by 14% since 2007, the targets would have been achieved by 2012. “Our city set very ambitious targets, More ambitious than

many other municipalities,” she said, “and you can see how far we have come.” A city staff report said the reduction in energy use has saved the city $3.1 million between 2008 and 2014. Going into 2016, staff will reevaluate its energy conservation and climate action goals. Warriner said the city is pay-

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Rocky Point parking limits will continue Pilot project will continue to promote lot turnover SARAH PAYNE

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Rocky Point Park visitors can expect a daily four-hour parking limit again next summer. The pilot parking enforcement program that was introduced in mid-July and continues throughout the year, limited parking to four hours every day — not just weekdays — in order to increase turnover of spots. At Tuesday’s meeting, PoMo council voted to extend the enhanced enforcement program to summer 2016 to see the results for an entire 20-week season. There will also be a few tweaks to the program, including providing a handful of short-term parking stalls of about 15 minutes and a possible staff parking permit to allow indefinite parking in any Rocky Point lot. (A number of lifeguards working at the pool in the summer complained that they were repeatedly ticketed and that both the length of their shifts and the rules governing how many of them must be on the pool deck

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Recent heavy rains have prompted Port Coquitlam to buy another pump to prevent flooding on the city’s north side, below Burke Mountain. This week, PoCo’s finance committee voted to transfer $110,000 from its operating budget to pay for a second pump at the Laurier Avenue pump station. Engineering and operations director Kristen Meersman said Thursday the extra pump is expected to be in place by the end of the month. The existing pump, which was installed 19 years ago, is “exceeding capacity” and another is required. jwarren@tricitynews.com

prevented them from moving their vehicles within the limits.) During this summer’s twoweek introduction of the pilot program, bylaw staff chalked tires of 716 vehicles and issued 83 warning tickets. From Aug. 1 to Sept. 20, staff chalked 2,714 vehicles and issued 200 tickets, a compliance rate of about 87%. The extra enforcement was handled by existing bylaw staff working overtime and by using an auxiliary bylaw officer at a cost of about $12,000. Staff recommended hiring an additional temporary officer for the 2016 program, expected to run May through September, with stepped-up enforcement likely starting in June, with no initial warning period. A November staff report noted the city received some

complaints from park users who felt the four-hour limit didn’t allow for certain activities in the park, particularly boating. “I recently joined my family for a lovely day of boating up through Indian Arm and the waters surrounding the beautiful area of Port Moody, only to come back to a $50 parking ticket,” one park user wrote to council and bylaw staff. “Four hours is not enough time to get the boat launched, have an enjoyable afternoon out on the water and get the boat back out of the water.” Staff said the four-hour limits apply to all park users and anyone planning to park for more than that should find an alternative location.

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THE LIGHT LIST

Lights, Santas, action – locals show spirit with manger scene, shepherds, wise men and angels; plus contemporary Christmas with Santa, reindeer, toy trains, nutcrackers and singing snowmen — all lit up with more than 4,000 lights. Display is open daily from 4:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. • 927 Lillian St.: Pretty display of thousands of twinkling lights, polar bears, penguins, snowmen, horse and carriage, trees, presents, shivering snowman, snowflakes, candy canes, etc. Open daily through Jan. 1, 4:30 to 10 p.m. • 365 Hickey Dr.: The Ho Ho House on Hickey features 1,370 channels controlling 12,500 lights, including a mega tree, multiple mini trees, a candy cane fence and, of course, HO HO HO’s. Open 5 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. daily.

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• 3376 Creston Close: The Lanctot-Montgomery home is once again ready for viewing from 5 to 11 p.m. until Jan. 1. Tens of thousands of LED lights as well as snowmen, penguins and other assorted lit characters with a lighting scheme of red and white — and touch of green here and there. Be sure to watch for Santa Claus in the upstairs window above the garage, where he will be watching and waving to everyone who visits. • 1417 Garibaldi Pl.: John and Trudy invite you to enjoy their homemade Christmas for the 34th year. More than 100 hand-painted display pieces on house and in the yard. Two themes: traditional Christmas

• 3313 Rae St.: More than 100,000 lights plus ground displays synchronized to music plus a decorated 70-foot tree at the “Miracle on Rae Street.” Lights will be on Sunday to Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 5 to 11 p.m.. Contributions to the food bank will be gratefully accepted. The homeowners request that, as a courtesy to their neighbours, visitors don’t block or turn around in driveways. • 2191 Grant Ave.: Gene Hartley has 40,000 lights, Santa Claus and his reindeer, mini blow-up figurines, a giant nutcracker, Santa Claus Christmas musical Elvis Presleys and find-a-Grinch for the kids. @TriCityNews

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As we have in previous years, The Tri-City News is printing a list of large light displays in the Tri-Cities for Christmas. To add your home to The Tri-City News’ list, send your name and address along with details of your display (how many lights, special displays, hours and days of operation plus any charities for which you’re collecting money or food) to newsroom@tricitynews.com. As well, check out this story online for a map of local light displays. And here’s a tweet deal: Whenever The Tri-City News updates the online map, we’ll tweet that out — so follow us on Twitter (@TriCityNews) and you’ll know about the latest hot spots right away.

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After some sparring, Coq. OK’s affordable housing strategy GARY MCKENNA The Tri-CiTy News

The amount of money that should be allocated to support affordable housing initiatives in Coquitlam was the subject of a tense debate Monday as council voted to adopt its new housing affordability strategy. The plan calls for using one third of the proceeds of sales of three city-owned properties on Burke Mountain to jumpstart an affordable housing reserve fund, which would be leveraged to produce new residential units. The land was designated by a previous council to be used for affordable housing but was deemed too inaccessible to transit and amenities to be suitable for low-income families. That prompted a question from Coun. Chris Wilson: Why would the city only allocate one third of the money when 100% of the land was set aside for lowcost residential use? Referring to the city as “Scrooge,” he noted that the loss of 700 rental units in Burquitlam due to development related to the coming Evergreen Line means council

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has to do more to ensure that housing is replaced. “The ratio is way out of whack,” Wilson said. “How can we ever provide affordable living if we are only putting one third of the value from those funds?” Wilson’s comments drew criticism from several councillors, including Brent Asmundson, who said the contribution is part of a larger compromise. Paying for affordable housing through one-time land sales and density bonusing is problematic, Asmundson added, because the funding is not consistent. A more sustainable option would be through a levy on taxpayers that would clearly show how

much was being spent. “I want to make sure the public understands that there is a cost to affordable housing,” he said. “We seem to be doing this in a way that people feel they don’t have to pay for it… We are just moving the numbers around.” Mayor Richard Stewart said he also took exception to Wilson’s comments, noting that the was part of a larger compromise that included using property for a homeless shelter at 3030 Gordon Ave., land the city leased to the province for 70 years. “I get offended when you suggest I am Scrooge because I gave a piece of land that is much more appropriate and

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While funding issues dominated the council discussion, it is only one aspect of the housing affordability strategy. The document calls for creating incentives to create more purpose-built residential, noting that developers make between $6,000 and $10,000 when they can sell their units. Relaxing some regulations may be required to facilitate more

rental and low-cost housing development, the report notes. The strategy also calls for promoting more affordable living by locating high-density developments close to transit while building partnerships with organizations and the province in bringing more affordable units to Coquitlam. With the strategy in place, Coun. Teri Towner said council will now have to commence the difficult step of implementing some of the tasks in the document. She noted the importance of innovation, including options such as secondary suites, smaller square footage and lock-off units. These innovations may require a change in attitude around the council table and in the community when it comes to parking requirements and density, Towner added. “We as a council are going to have to figure out what we want,” she said. “What’s our priority here? A range of housing? Or parking requirements?” Despite the heated debate, the housing affordability strategy was unanimously supported by council. gmckenna@tricitynews.com @gmckennaTC

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three times the value of the one we are selling,” he said. A suggestion to refer the funding arrangement back to committee for further deliberation was shot down by council. Noting he was initially against using any of the land sale proceeds for affordable housing, Coun. Terry O’Neill cautioned his colleagues about tinkering with certain aspects of the housing affordability strategy. Changing one area of the agreement could lead to a re-opening of the entire document, he said. “Be careful what you wish for here,” O’Neill added. “This is part of a package. If you take out that piece, you might end up with less than what you got.”

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Catch a movie, music, markets and Santa ships by moonlight SARAH PAYNE

and Susanna Wong. See works of decorative and functional ceramic art, Chinese paintings and unique Islamic calligraphy, and enjoy the opening reception from 4 to 6 p.m.

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Guess what — there are only two more weekends before Christmas. Make them count with fun family events, concerts and some local artisan shopping opportunities.

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The Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble sure does, and the group of wind and percussion players will be firing it up for a footstomping good show at the Evergreen Cultural Centre at 8 p.m. The concert will be an energetic display of music from around the world that is sure to have audiences bopping along with them. Tickets are $20/$15 at evergreenculturalcentre.ca or 604-927-6555.

Friday, Dec. 11 FILM NIGHT

HOCKEY NIGHT

Follow American basketball player Kevin Sheppard as he heads to a new team — in Iran — in this Port Moody Film Society presentation at the Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr.) at 7:30 p.m. In the documentary The Iran Job, Sheppard tries to separate sports from politics and, along the way, forms an unexpected alliance with three outspoken Iranian women. The season culminates alongside the broader political landscape in the beginnings of the Arab Spring. Visit www.pmfilm.ca for more info.

The Coquitlam Express are battling through a busy week, having played against Wenatchee and Surrey, and they’ll take on Surrey again tonight on home ice at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam). Puck drop is at 7 p.m. Visit www.coquitlamexpress.ca for more info.

SANTA SHIPS

Head to Port Moody’s Rocky Point Park this evening and catch the parade of boats that are all lit up for Christmas in the annual Santa’s Christmas Ships. There will be about 20 boats that will cruise the inlet, and will be visible from the pier at 7:30 p.m. TriCity Rotaract will be on hand with hot chocolate by donation; the event is weather dependent.

Saturday, Dec. 12 FIRE FUNDRAISER

The Coquitlam Youth Orchestra, led by conductor Reg Quiring, performs at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) in three shows this afternoon. The music starts with the juniors at noon, followed by the intermediates at 1:30 p.m. and the seniors at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10/$5 at the door.

TAO ART SHOW

Leigh Square Community Arts Village (2253 Leigh Square, PoCo) presents Tao of Clay and Paper, a group exhibit by artists Jennifer Po, Tami S.H. Djuya, Elsie Lai, Chong Lee, Rainbow Chiu

SANTA SKATE

Grab the family and your skates and head to the Port Moody arena (300 Ioco Rd.) for a Santa skate from 1 to 4:15 p.m. There will be hot chocolate and games on the ice; helmets with face cages are required for children 12 and under.

TAKE A BREATHER

Bow out of the holiday madness for an afternoon and let the Coastal Sound Music Academy soothe your spirit in Comfort & Joy, a concert of choral music designed to uplift and inspire, with guest harpist Gillian Skinner and singers of all ages at this familyfriendly concert. There are shows at 3 and 7 p.m. at the Evergreen Cultural Centre; tickets are available at www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca or 604-927-6555.

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coloured pieces of paper and create a charming sun catcher to light up your home for the holidays. No pre-registration is required for the drop-in, by-donation event.

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Shop, learn and relax at the special Christmas Farmers Market at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be local vendors with loads of gift and stocking stuffer ideas and, at noon, Celia Chang from Port Moody Flowers will show you how to create a holiday centrepiece. Feeling beat? Join the mindfulness and stress relief workshop at 2 p.m.; register for either session at www.makebakegrow.com. Santa Claus will visit in the afternoon and there will be story times for the kids at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. courtesy of the Coquitlam Public Library. Tomorrow (Sunday), the Port Moody Winter Farmers Market is at the recreation complex (300 Ioco Rd.) with plenty of produce — and gift ideas — from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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The Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble plays toe-tapping tunes in Got Rhythm at the Evergreen Cultural Centre on Dec. 12.

Enjoy a Christmas party, Latin-style, at the Hot Salsa Dance Zone’s last social of the season before its annual New Year’s Eve party. Join the dance lesson at 8 p.m. and keep the dance floor hopping until 12:30 a.m. at the Evergreen Cultural Centre. Visit www.hotsalsadancezone.com for more info.

CHRISTMAS MARKET

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As you prepare for the holidays keep in mind the 140 people who were affected by the Mountainview Co-op fire in October. Families, children and seniors were displaced by the fire and a Sir Frederick Banting middle school counsellor is holding a fundraiser today to help them re-stock their homes with bedding, towels and toiletries; gift cards are also gratefully accepted. Drop by the Glenayre community centre (492 Glencoe Dr., PoMo) with your donations from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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TC SPOTLIGHT BEST CRAM THE CRUISER

ECCW wrestlers are flexing their muscles for the seventh annual Wrestling With Hunger at the Elks Hall in Port Coquitlam. Tickets for the Dec. 19 show, a partnership with the Coquitlam Express hockey team, are $16 at the door.

A FIGHT FOR THE FOOD BANK

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The Share bear joined in the celebrations as Bic Dhami of Coast Capital Savings branch in Coquitlam handed over $5,000 to Valerie Hutton for Share’s Christmas campaign. The cash is used to buy goods from suppliers.

CREDIT UNION CASH FOR SHARE

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Coquitlam RCMP and volunteers braved the cold and pouring rain last Saturday to host the third annual Cram the Cruiser food drive for the Share Family and Community Services’ food bank. And their efforts were rewarded by the community, which handed over more than 600 pounds of food donations — plus $1,525 in cash — for the cause. “We are always so thankful for the efforts of the Coquitlam RCMP in support of the Share food bank, especially at this time of year when the need is so great,” said development director Valerie Hutton, in a news release. Added food drive co-ordinator Const. Justin Christofferson: “The people in this community are so amazing. Despite the rain and the wind, people just kept coming up to us to give us cash and food donations. We collected more cash donation this year than ever before. I know that food bank can use the extra food and cash for families in need during this holiday season. I would like to thank the Tri-Cities’ residents and can’t wait to see how much more we can bring in for Share food bank next year.”

AWARD FOR PITT RIVER

PoMo council thanked longtime workers Dave Wynes, Chief Const. Chris Rattenbury, Insp. Ken MacDonald, Sgt. Bruce Douglas, Const. Greg Gunson, fire captain Jim Bleasdale and Ariann Hillman.

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Joan McCauley, executive director of Place des Arts, thanked Brian Rogers and Darlene Hyde of Westminster Savings for the credit union’s $9,000 to support its artistin-residence program.

ART HUB GETS FUNDING BOOST

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The architects who designed École Pitt River middle in Port Coquitlam have won a prestigious award. Perkins+Will Architects recently clinched the Lt. Gov. of B.C. Merit Award from the Architectural Institute of BC. Pitt River was the only school to get the recognition at this year’s ceremony. “As designers, one of our key areas of interest is the impact of a building on the health of its inhabitants and we feel this is especially important when the building is a school full of growing children,” said senior associate Alex Minard, in a news release. “We therefore selected simple, healthy materials and introduced plenty of daylight and outdoor air, resulting in a welcoming and inspirational place to learn.” SD43 board chair Judy Shirra also offered her praise, saying, “We are very proud of the bold and innovative steps taken by our district design team and the architects who invested their experience and expertise in making an extraordinary learning environment within limited budget and space constraints.”

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School and Program Registration Information

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550 Poirier St., Coquitlam, BC V3J 6A7 I Phone: 604-939-9201 I Fax: 604-939-7828 I Office Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

The school district offers a variety of educational programs that require registration. Included in this pull-out are many of these programs, and details about information meetings, registration periods and deadlines.

Kindergarten Registration for September 2016 When Can My Child Start Kindergarten?

Children who are five years old on or before December 31, 2016 may enter school in September 2016. You may defer your child’s enrolment until September 2017.

When Should I Register My Child?

Kindergarten registration (except for Programs of Choice Montessori, Bilingual Mandarin, Reggio and French Immersion) within School District No. 43 (Coquitlam) will be held on February 2, 3, 4 in all elementary schools. If you are interested in registering your child in one of our Programs of Choice please visit www. sd43.bc.ca for more information on application deadlines and Parent Information meeting locations. All students must be registered for Kindergarten at their catchment area school.To determine your catchment school access the school locator on our website. If parents wish their child to attend an out of catchment school they will be provided the opportunity to apply for a cross catchment transfer, beginning on February 5, 2016 with the deadline of February 17, 2016 (visit our website for more information). If enrolment projections show that space is available, cross-catchment transfer applications will be accepted in accordance with the following priorities: (i) catchment area child; (ii) non-catchment area child; and (iii) non-school district child. Please note that siblings of students who will be in attendance at a school are considered as a catchment area child at that school. Students with sibling status still need to complete a cross catchment form. Please refer to our website for more information on the cross catchment process. Can I use my childcare facility address to determine my child’s school attendance area? According to the School Act, enrolment can only be based on the home address.

Cross Catchment Application Process 2016 - 2017 Parents can apply for a school outside of their neighbourhood catchment school.To do so you must complete a “Cross Catchment Application.” Placement is based on space availability. Cross Catchment Process: Information on the cross catchment process can be obtained from our website: www.sd43.bc.ca. The District is encouraging use of the electronic version of the application form accessed through our website www.sd43.bc.ca beginning February 5th at 9:00 a.m. The process will close on February 17th at 4:30 p.m. Application requirements can be found on our website. Paper forms will also be available at all schools as of February 5th at 9:00 a.m. All completed paper applications must be returned in person or by mail to the School District Office at 550 Poirier Street, Coquitlam, V3J 6A7 by the closing date. Faxed or email copies will NOT be accepted. The school locator on our website provides a student’s designated catchment area schools. Catchment is based on home address.

Should I Bring Anything for Registration? Please bring the following documents:

• Proof of citizenship for parent & child (one of): birth certificate; passport; PR Card; Canadian Citizenship Card. • Proof of B.C. residency for parent (one of): rental contract; property purchase contract; income tax statement; property tax statement; and 2 of the following documents: utility bill; B.C. driver’s licence; B.C. vehicle registration; Canadian bank or credit card statement; B.C. ID. • Proof of Guardianship: please refer to ‘Funding Eligibility Checklist’ on our website or contact your neighbourhood school.

NON-RESIDENTS

Please contact the International Education Department at 604-936-5769 or visit at 1100 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam. Bring along proof of citizenship for parent and student, proof of residency and proof of guardianship (if applicable).

To learn more about these and other programs visit our website: www.sd43.bc.ca/Programs

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School District No. 43 (Coquitlam) School and Program Registration Information French Immersion Application Process

Montessori Program Application Process

Why choose French Immersion for your child?

WHAT IS MONTESSORI?

Extend their horizons through learning another language!

• Montessori is a program of choice offered by School District No. 43 (Coquitlam). • The program provides a rich learning environment for students. It is based on Montessori principles and fulfills the expectations of the Ministry of Education. • The program is available to students in Kindergarten to Grade 8. • The Montessori approach supports continuous progress, as students learn to work on personal goals and academic challenges. • Students learn to work independently, in small groups and as peer leaders. • The program is delivered following the Montessori philosophy of learning. • Students make use of a variety of information sources in their project work, including explorations, technology, print and human resources. • The program supports students in becoming lifelong learners and global citizens.

French Immersion: • Offers all students whose first language is not French the possibility of completing the prescribed B.C. curriculum and learning French at the same time; • Helps students develop strong communication skills in both English and French; and • Expands cultural horizons and helps prepare students for the global economy. KINDERGARTEN ENTRY If you are considering EARLY FRENCH IMMERSION in September 2016, it is recommended that you attend an information meeting to learn about the program. Meetings will take place at: ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY 411 Schoolhouse St., Coq Mon., Jan. 4 at 7:00 p.m.

COQUITLAM RIVER ELEM. 4250 Shaughnessy St., Coq. Tues., Jan. 5 at 7:00 p.m.

MARY HILL ELEMENTARY IRVINE ELEMENTARY 1890 Humber Cres., Port Coq. 3862 Wellington St., Port Coq. Wed., Jan. 6 at 7:00 p.m. Thurs., Jan. 7 at 7:00 p.m. GLENAYRE ELEMENTARY 495 Glencoe Dr. Port Moody Fri., Jan. 8 at 7:00 p.m. As these are information meetings for parents, kindly make arrangements to leave your children at home. Applications for Early French Immersion are to be completed online from January 14 – 20, 2016. Application forms will only be available online from January 14 at 9:00 a.m. to January 20 at 4:00 p.m. Space is limited and a draw (lottery) will be used, if necessary. LATE ENTRY (GR. 6) If you are considering LATE FRENCH IMMERSION in September 2016, it is recommended that you attend an information meeting to learn about the program. Meetings will take place at: PITT RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL MOODY MIDDLE SCHOOL 2070Tyner St., Port Coq. 3115 St. Johns St., Port Moody. Mon., Jan. 11 at 7:00 p.m. Tues., Jan. 12, at 7:00 p.m. BANTING MIDDLE SCHOOL 820 Banting Dr., Coq. Wed., Jan. 13 at 7:00 p.m. Applications for Late French Immersion are to be completed online from January 15 - 21, 2016. Application forms will only be available online from January 15 at 9:00 a.m. to January 21 at 4:00 p.m. Space is limited and a draw (lottery) will be used, if necessary. For further information on Early and Late French Immersion visit our website: www.sd43.bc.ca or contact Sophie Bergeron at 604-937-6392.

APPLICATION PROCESS: • Children must be entering Kindergarten or Grade 1 in September 2016. • Application forms will be available at the January 11, 2016 information meeting (see below), at elementary schools offering Montessori, and on the District website: www.sd43.bc.ca/Programs/Montessori. • Montessori is available at the following elementary schools: Aspenwood (in-catchment placements only), Baker Drive, Hampton Park, Harbour View, James Park, Miller Park, and Seaview. • Completed application forms must be mailed or hand delivered (no faxes or emails accepted) to the Coquitlam School Board Office (550 Poirier Street, Coquitlam, V3J 6A7) no later than 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 20, 2016. •There are a number of spaces available for Late Montessori Program applications in Grade 6 at Montgomery Middle School and at Scott Creek Middle School. Please contact Mr. Rob McFaul at 604-939-7367 or email: Montgomery@sd43.bc.ca or Mr. Rob Foot at 604-945-0156 or e-mail ScottCreek@sd43.bc.ca for further information. Please note that applications for Kindergarten/Grade 1 is done by a random draw and will be limited to the number of spaces available. Late application forms will not be part of the draw. For parent convenience, two information meetings are planned for: Monday, January 11, 2016 (4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.; or 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.) Gallery Room - Winslow Centre 1100 Winslow Avenue, Coquitlam

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Bilingual Mandarin Program

Late Montessori Program

Application Process

(Grade 6 Entry) Application Process

WHAT IS THE BILINGUAL MANDARIN PROGRAM? Bilingual Mandarin is a program of choice offered by School District No. 43 (Coquitlam) at the Kindergarten through Grade 5 level for the 2016/2017 school year and is located at Walton Elementary School. This program will include Grades 6 and 7 at Scott Creek Middle for the 2016/2017 school year.

Broaden their love of learning through an enriched Montessori program! WHAT IS MONTESSORI? • Montessori is a program of choice offered by School District No. 43 (Coquitlam). • The program provides a rich learning environment for students. It is based on Montessori principles and fulfills the expectations of the Ministry of Education. • The program is available to students in Kindergarten to Grade 8. • The Montessori approach supports continuous progress, as students learn to work on personal goals and academic challenges. • Students learn to work independently, in small groups and as peer leaders. • The program is delivered following the Montessori philosophy of learning. • Students make use of a variety of information sources in their project work, including explorations, technology, print and human resources. • Montessori at middle school emphasizes critical and creative thinking, community service and student-initiated learning with in-depth studies. • The program supports students in becoming lifelong learners and global citizens. Late Montessori Application Process at Montgomery & Scott Creek Middle Schools (Grade 6 entry)

Regardless of their first language, the program offers all students the possibility of completing fifty percent of the prescribed B.C. curriculum in Mandarin (Mandarin Language Arts, Math, Health and Career, and P.E.) and 50 per cent of the prescribed B.C. curriculum in English (English Language Arts, Science and Social Studies and Fine Arts). Students develop strong communication skills in both English and Mandarin. Students develop their knowledge of other cultures and the program helps prepare students for the global economy. APPLICATION PROCESS: Children must be entering Kindergarten or Grade 1 in September 2016. Application forms will be available at the January 12, 2016 information meeting (see below) at Walton Elementary School, and on the district website: www.sd43.bc.ca/Programs/Mandarin on January 13, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. Completed application forms must be mailed or hand delivered (no faxes or emails accepted) to the Coquitlam School Board Office (550 Poirier Street, Coquitlam V3J 6A7) no later than 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 21, 2016. Please note that applications for Kindergarten/Grade 1 is done by a random draw and will be limited to the number of spaces available. Siblings of students already enrolled in the Bilingual Mandarin Program at Walton will be given first priority. Please clearly identify sibling status on the application form. Late application forms will not be part of the draw. A parent information meeting is planned for: Tuesday, January 12, 2016 6:00 p.m. Walton Elementary School 2960 Walton Ave., Coquitlam As this is an information meeting for parents, kindly make arrangements to leave your children at home.

AN INVITATION TO PARENTS: If you are considering the Montessori program at middle school in September 2016, you are invited to attend an information meeting to learn about the program. An information meeting regarding the middle school program will take place at: MONTGOMERY MIDDLE SCHOOL 1900 Edgewood Avenue, Coquitlam Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Application forms will be available at the information meeting or online. For further information visit our website at www.sd43.bc.ca or contact Rob McFaul, Principal, Montgomery Middle School at 604-939-7367 or e-mail: montgomery@sd43.bc.ca or Rob Foot, Principal, Scott Creek Middle School at 604-945-0156 or e-mail: scottcreek@sd43.bc.ca

For more information visit our website at www.sd43.bc.ca To learn more about these and other programs visit our website: www.sd43.bc.ca/Programs

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School District No. 43 (Coquitlam) School and Program Registration Information Reggio Influenced Program Application Process

WHAT IS THE REGGIO PROGRAM? At Meadowbrook, the Reggio Influenced approach has several guiding principles: The Image of the Child: Children are viewed as powerful, capable and resourceful. Emergent Curriculum: Because we are a B.C. public school, we are guided by the B.C. Ministry of Education Curriculum; the delivery of this curriculum is based on the natural curiosities of children. Sometimes it will emerge from the children’s interests or may also be sparked by the teacher strategically putting out a provocation to see how the children respond or by posing inquiry based questions that deepen learning and understanding. Project Work: In-depth studies that develop out of children’s ideas, questions, and interests are part of the Reggio Influenced classroom. Projects may last for short or extended periods of time and may involve individuals, small groups or the whole class. With teacher support, children choose what materials to use to support their explorations and how to research, share and re-represent their learnings. Representational Development:The arts are important in Reggio influenced practice and are often integrated into daily activities to maximize children’s development. The Role of the Environment: Careful consideration is given to the look and feel of the classroom environment. Classrooms are organized for small, medium and large group project work and with neutral colours, natural materials and calming lighting. Documentation: Children’s learning becomes visible through regular documentation.Teachers photograph children in action and they record their words to describe their learning experience.This documentation is revisited by students, parents and teachers to assess learning and guide practice. Parent Involvement and Sense of Community: Parents input is invited to support student engagement and learning and parents are invited to share their expertise and passions with the school community. Educators work together with children, families, and community partners/members to create a strong identity and interconnectedness that supports all learners. Our Natural Environment:The world outside our doors is a key element of the Reggio Influenced program at Meadowbrook. Students are outdoors on a daily basis, rain or shine, to explore and learn from the richness of our natural environment. Social Emotional Learning: The best learning emerges in the context of supportive relationships that make learning challenging, engaging and meaningful. At Meadowbrook we explicitly teach skills to help students monitor and manage their own emotions and to become aware of others’ emotions. APPLICATION PROCESS: •The program is located in Meadowbrook Elementary School. • Children can be entering Kindergarten to Grade 5 in September 2016. • Application forms will be available at the January 13, 2016 information meeting (see below) and on our website: www.sd43. bc.ca/Programs/Reggio beginning January 14 at 9:00 a.m. • Completed application forms must be mailed or hand delivered (no faxes or email will be accepted) to Coquitlam School Board Office (550 Poirier St., Coquitlam V3J 6A7) no later than 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 21, 2016.

Adult Learning Opportunities Want to Graduate?

Call our Learning Centre (CLOC) at 604-945-4211 to book an advising appointment –You might be closer to graduation than you think. We have tuition free courses for non-graduates*.

Need a Course or Want to Upgrade a Mark?

Class-room based and self-paced courses are available: Accounting 11/12, Biology 11/12, Communications 11/12, Chemistry 11/12, English 11/12, Geography 12, History 12, Math 11/12 (all) Physics 11/12, Planning 12, Social Studies 11 and more! High School course registration opens online on December 15th for February classes. Registration for self-paced classes is ongoing. Visit www.ce43.com for account creation and registration information.

Want to Learn English?

We have free* Foundations classes to support you. Language Assessment is required prior to registration. Visit Montgomery CentreThursday nights from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Visit www. ce43.com for documentation requirements.

Are you New to Canada?

We have Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) classes to help improve English Language skills (beginner to intermediate) and provide settlement information and support. These are free classes funded by the Canadian Government through a grant provided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Daytime and evening classes are available, and childminding is available for daytime classes.

Looking for a New Career or Want to Improve Your Skills?

We offer Continuing Studies Courses: Accounting, Bookkeeping, Business Communications, Computerized Accounting, Digital Photography, Employment Preparation, Keyboarding, Microsoft Office, Payroll, Photoshop, Records & File Management, Special Effects Make-up & Beauty Make-up,Ten Key Number Pad, How to Get Better Grades in School, Introduction to MedicalTerminology for ESL, and Spanish. We also offer Diploma & Certificate Programs: Administrative Assistant, Building Service Worker, Computerized Accounting, Community Support Worker, Dental Receptionist, Games Studies, Health Care Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and Beauty & Special Effects Make-up. Visit www.vocationalprograms for more information. Visit www.ce43.com for locations and more information on all of our programs. *Subject to Canadian status and BC residency requirements.

Parent Information Meeting: Meadowbrook Elementary School 900 Sharpe Street, Coquitlam Wednesday, January 13, 2016 – 6:45 p.m.

To learn more about these and other programs visit our website: www.sd43.bc.ca/Programs

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TRI-CITY LIBRARIES

Seasonal celebrations, learning opportunities & there’s a PMPL app BOOKS PLUS Books Plus runs in The Tri-City 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.

PORT MOODY

• Celebrate the Season: On Tuesday, Dec. 22 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., join Port Moody librarians in the Inlet Theatre for classic sing-along carols and seasonal stories, and meet Santa at the family Christmas event. Suitable for all ages, no registration required. • Get the library app: Get the Port Moody Public Library app today from the Apple App Store or Google Play. Check due dates, renew items, manage your holds and much more — anytime and anywhere with your smart phone. • Learning Express: Improve the skills required for academic and career success. PMPL’s Learning Express online resource provides more than 800 practice tests, tutorials, ebooks, instructional videos and courses for math, reading, writing, computer skills, LSAT, TOEFL, citizenship exams, jobs, career development and more. For more information, visit library.portmoody.ca or call 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.

COQUITLAM

• English and ESL classes: Coquitlam Continuing Education (CCE) offers a Foundations English class, Level 3 at the City Centre branch. Registration is through CCE; check www.ce43.com or call

604-936-4261 for information about registration requirements. • Language lab computers: New Canadians can access even more English language skills through CPL’s language labs, available at the City Centre branch. Four language lab computers are available and are equipped with headphones, microphones and software that will assist users to learn and develop their English language skills. The software is designed to help beginner and intermediate English speakers improve grammar, conversation and pronunciation skills as well as learn vocabulary and idioms. Language lab computers are a free service and are available during regular library hours. If you are interested in learning more about the software available, or registering for a class visit, phone Janice Williams, adult services librarian, at 604-554-7337. 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.

TERRY FOX

• Hobbies and leisure: What do cake decorating, woodworking, beer making, crocheting, scuba diving, puppetry and flower arranging have in common? You can find excellent information about them at Terry Fox Library. There is a complete collection of information covering virtually every hobby and leisure activity imaginable. Subject areas include arts and crafts, collecting, games and electronics, model building, home and leisure, needlework, outdoors and nature, scrapbooking and paper craft. Find project plans, read biographies of your favourite artists, browse the fine arts section for inspiration. Drop by

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CHRISTMAS GIVING

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Tri-City residents took the name of last Saturday’s Cram the Cruiser event to heart, filling a Coquitlam RCMP vehicle with donated food that goes to Share food bank for holiday hampers.

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Moms gather in Minnekhada Regional Park in northeast Coquitlam for a Baby and Me Hike hosted by Metro Vancouver Parks. The program takes parents or caregivers and their babies on guided hikes that provided “nature immersion” and a chance for new moms to get outside and connect with others. SUBMITTED PHOTO

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Parents and their little ones will be able to bank on guided treks through Belcarra and Minnekhada regional parks next year but, after that, the Baby and Me Hiking and Tiny Trekkers programs are up in the air. “We are a go for 2016, we are very excited,” said Shelley Frick, a guide for the past seven years. The programs take parents or caregivers and their babies or toddlers on guided hikes that provided “nature immersion” and a chance for new moms to get outside and connect with others, which helps combat post-partum depression.

Metro Vancouver had cancelled the programs, which are also offered in Vancouver and on the North Shore, early this year but they were reinstated for the summer and fall after significant public demand. A regional parks service review, however, has determined Baby and Me and Tiny Trekkers don’t fit the regional government’s program model and will not be contracting the guides after fall 2016. “We’re hoping we can introduce them to local municipalities or help them find a business model they can continue,” said Gudrun Jensen, division manager of visitor and operations services for Metro Vancouver regional parks.

Jensen noted the programs fit with Metro Vancouver board’s goal of connecting people with nature but not on a large enough scale. Baby and Me and Tiny Trekkers could reach about 200 people each year but “we’re looking to influence or connect with thousands of people per year,” Jensen said. Frick said what happens in 2017 and beyond remains to be seen but the programs have a strong client base now and word is spreading. The weekly hikes were busy during the summer and full through the fall, she added, while Tiny Trekkers had a lengthy waiting list. Frick said she believes the

programs are a hit with parents and kids because they offer a chance to be immersed in nature away from the bustling sounds of the city and in a supportive group setting, while the little ones are free to explore, touch slugs and ferns and puddle-jump to their heart’s content. “We’re right down in there,” Frick said, noting kids and parents alike learn about the forest ecosystem during the hikes. “There’s a theme for every week — it’s not just a walk in the park.” • For more information, search for Baby and Me Hiking on Facebook.

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Take a train back in time with Christmas tea at PoMo museum “My hearing is fine…” Holiday Tea on the Train Dec. 20 During the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season, you may want to take a coffee break. Or tea. Port Moody Station Museum will host its annual Holiday Tea on the Train on Sunday, Dec. 20. People are invited to enjoy tea, hot chocolate and treats aboard the 1921 railcar, the Venosta. Restored in 1987, the Venosta features two sleeping compartments and

a ladies’ powder room with accessories from the 1920s. Visitors will climb aboard the decorated car and listen to Christmas music while enjoying tea and treats. There will be crafts for children while they sip on their hot chocolate. “The Holiday Tea has been a seasonal tradition at the Museum for many years. It is a great opportunity for generations of family members to get together without the hubbub of holiday shopping,” museum manager Jim Millar said in a press release. The cost of the Holiday

Tea is $10 per adult and $5 per child, and includes admission to the museum. Tickets can be paid for in advance or on the day of with cash only. To reserve your spot — and tables usually book up quickly — call 604-939-1648 or email info@ portmoodymuseum.org. All proceeds go to support the Port Moody Heritage Society, which owns and operates the Port Moody Station Museum, located at Murray and Moody streets, at Rocky Point Park. For more information, visit portmoodymuseum.org.

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Good foods must also Be careful with your be safe when giving to money this season food banks for Xmas The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) and its partners are encouraging individuals and organizations in to remember those in need this holiday season and to donate safe, healthy food to local food banks and charities. To help with this effort, BCCDC, in partnership with the Greater Vancouver Food Bank, Food Banks BC and Metro Vancouver, has published two guideline documents to raise awareness of the problem of food insecurity. According to a BCCDC press release, food insecurity occurs when people lack the ability to access nutritious, safe, and culturally appropriate food that is produced in a sustainable manner. The guidelines also support the development of positive working relationships between food distribution organizations and donors, and encourage redistribution (instead of waste) of safe and healthy foods. While non-perishable food items are appropriate and most commonly associated with food donations, there is a clear need for fresh vegetables, fruit and protein. The guidelines help identify which healthy food and beverages are most in demand, depending on the FDO’s ability to transport and store them safely. These include: • fresh, frozen or dried fruit and vegetables; • fresh, frozen or canned meat, poultry, fish or seafood; • eggs, milk, yogurt and cheese; • canned vegetables or fruit, including unsweetened sauces and purees; • whole grains (e.g. rolled oats, wild rice, quinoa); • and noodles or pasta, especially those made with whole grains.

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It’s the season of giving and Share’s food bank is preparing for its Christmas toy and food hamper program. Last year, Share served 1,631 households — 4,536 people in all — in Tri-Cities and it needs help to make sure it has enough food and toys to give out. Share is currently accepting donations in the following ways: • You can donate food directly to Share’s Food Bank at 2615 Clarke St. in Port Moody (at the rear of the building). • You may donate at any grocery store in the Tri-Cities. • If you wish to give a financial donation, call 604-5409161 or visit www.sharesociety.ca. • Toy donations can be dropped off at the food bank at 2615 Clarke St. or at the Christmas tree at Coquitlam Centre mall starting Dec. 5. Items needed for the Christmas food hampers include: • cereal; • juice; • peanut butter, jam and honey; • canned vegetables and tomatoes, and tomato sauce; • rice and pasta; • side dishes; • dry noodles with sauce; • canned fruit; • pudding/fruit cups; • chocolate; • granola bars and cookies; • tea, coffee and hot chocolate; • canned meat and fish; • canned meals (stews and ravioli); • and condiments. For additional information about Share’s Christmas programs, visit www.sharesociety.ca.

Items like candy, cookies and crackers are less suitable for donation as they are considered to have low nutritional value. The guidelines also detail unacceptable food donations and damage to food packaging. Some other examples of foods that are considered the highest risk and are not acceptable for donation include unpasteurized dairy products and home-canned vegetables, meat or fish prod-

The weather has been cold and wet but the biggest shopping season of the year is sizzling hot. According to the Better Business Bureau, Canadians typically spend in the range of $30 billion over the holiday season. That includes everything from candy canes to ski trips. Scammers know that we are more likely to spend and give more over the next few months than any other time of the year. “Our warnings definitely have a seasonal flavour,” Evan Kelly of BBB serving mainland B.C. said in a press release. “However, it’s no mystery that we tend to be more giving and free with our cash this time of year. This can lead to being more impulsive and less cautious with how we spend our money and who we give it to. “And remember, if the price is too good to be true, it could be a scam.” BBB offers the following advice on some of the issues it sees year after year:

CHARITY SCAMS

• Do your research. • Give to those organiza-

tions you’ve given to in the past. • Be the instigator. • Be wary of new crowdfunding links. • Check with the Canada Revenue Agency for a charity’s legitimacy and financials.

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• If you don’t know who it’s from, don’t open it. • Make sure there is a real family name instead of generic “From your Son.”. • Contact the person who sent it to see if the actually did. • Update your antivirus protection. • Don’t click on any links if you are uncertain.

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• Book travel through reputable websites and travel companies. • Check a company’s BBB Rating at bbb.org/mbc. • If booking through portals like Air BnB, research the property you wish to rent. • Follow all of their terms and conditions. • Look for online reviews

• Make sure in-store cards have not been tampered with. • Make sure you are on a secure and reputable website if buying them online. • Buy gift cards directly from the source.

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• Beware of phishing emails that claim to be from well-known shipping companies like UPS or FedEx. • Don’t click on any suspicious links. • Confirm with friends or relatives if anyone has sent anything that requires picking up. • These companies would usually leave a card at your home indicating where you can pick up your parcel, and would not send you an email.

ucts. • For more information on Healthy Food Access and Food Security, go to www.bccdc.ca/ health-info. The BC Centre for Disease Control, an agency of the Provincial Health Services Authority, provides provincial and national leadership in public health through surveillance, detection, treatment, prevention and consultation services.

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More than a little Xmas shopping at market MARKET FRESH

KAREN CURTIS

t’s the most wonderful time of the year, or so the song goes. I certainly love the Christmas season. And I love writing this column as I get to list a lot of the amazing vendors and highlight some of their products. Our family will be celebrating over a few days as we share our home with guests from out of town, so I want everything to be as relaxing and special as possible. Fortunately, that won’t be too hard since I can take care of just about everything with a couple of trips to market. Gift giving is super easy. The annual Christmas Market is this Saturday at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, where, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the lobby will be full to bursting with more than 45 artisan vendors from the market family. Hard-to-buy-for people will almost always appreciate the gift of food. You will find sauces, preserves, soup mixes, baking and chocolate on site. It’s so easy to put together a basket full of treats. How about a bag of sable shortbread or Scottish tablet from Blair’s Confectionary, paired with a jar of lemon curd? Want to head south of the border? A Latin American basket with Fire Belly Hot sauce, Otimo Brazilian Cheese puffs and Cajeta from OMG will let you travel thousands of kilometres from home in the comfort of your kitchen. While you are in the kitchen, perhaps you will be cooking a turkey dinner. Gesundheit Bakery will have lots of bread choices for your stuffing. If you buy it now and cube it, it will be perfectly dry so it can soak up all of those lovely turkey juices.

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Getting ready for tomorrow’s Christmas centrepiece workshop at the Christmas Farmers’ Market are from left: Julia Zado, market manager, Celia Chiang, Port Moody Flowers; and Tabitha McLoughlin, market executive director. Or perhaps you just need some amazing condiments to serve with the bird? Culinary Blossom will help find the perfect one. And when the big meal is in the oven, it’s time to kick back and have a wee drop. Backyard Wines or Kalana Wines will fix that nicely and, after dinner, try the new coffee liqueur from Dragon Mist distillery. It is outof-this-world good. Enough food. Sort of. What if you need something to put all that food on? Pottery is perfect and the market has three great potters coming. I can’t wait to use my new pie plate from Dave and Family. Then there are all the other people on your gift list. Alma Valle has spectacular jewellery — I especially love her starfish earrings. The Magpie’s Nest and Brenda’s Bangles and Baubles have lovely unique pieces, too. Perhaps jewellery isn’t on your list. A gift of all natural skincare can be put together for both men and women. Medittera soaps will delight your nose while Nasty Free Naturals and Accan Vancouver-Hong Kong will make your skin sparkle. Who doesn’t appreciate a hot soak? Sisters Making Scents have an invigorating bath salt blend. After your tub, you can continue the bliss with a lavender hot pack from TLC Cozy Bags. I can’t even begin to list all the fabulous vendors that will

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one to focus yourself and be mindful. Carollers with serenade us, Santa will be there, the kids will have their very own play zone, and the food trucks are open. Our gift to you is the very best of ourselves and what we do. Your gift to us is spending your hard earned dollars supporting local business. We all thank you and wish a peaceful and fulfilling holiday season. • Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex is located at 633 Poirier St. (Poirier and Winslow) in Coquitlam. Visit www.makebakegrow.com for more information about this special one-day market and the weekly Port Moody Winter Farmers Market. Karen Curtis is the Lemonade Lady (www.kicslemonade.ca and kicslemonade.blogspot.ca) at the Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam farmers markets. Her column runs monthly.

RECIPE: COOKIES FROM GRANDMOTHER Here is my favourite Christmas cookie recipe. I grew up eating these and love them to this day.

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1 cup butter ¾ cup brown sugar ½ tsp vanilla 1/8 tsp salt 2 ½ cup flour 1 cup chopped pecans ¾ cup red cherries (cut in half) ¾ cup green cherries (cut in half) Cream butter, add sugar and remaining ingredients. Form dough into rolls about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap rolls in wax paper and chill overnight. Slice cookies ¼ inch thick and bake on a greased pan at 350 F for 8 minutes. Watch closely as you do not want them to brown. Makes about 8 dozen cookies.

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PoMo charities, apply for grants from foundation Port Moody organizations that contribute to the community may be eligible for some cash. The Port Moody Foundation is kicking off its 2016 community granting cycle and seeks expressions of interest from eligible registered charity organizations needing financial support next year for projects and programs that will benefit the city and its residents. Grants of $500 to $2000 may be given. In 2015, the foundation provided approximately $6,000 in grants to help local charities fulfill their goals of serving the community. “Non-profit charity organizations provide the backbone that builds environmentally, culturally and socially sus-

FUNDING AREAS • social • cultural • ecological • recreational

tainable communities,” Port Moody Foundation president Robert Simons said in a press release. “We are pleased that through our annual grant program we can assist these organizations in their work to enrich our community.” Any expressions of Interest should be limited to one page and outline a project or program that fits with the funding areas identified in the foundation’s mission. They can be submitted online, via email or by mail and should be received by Friday, Jan. 22, 2016. For online submissions, go to portmoodyfoundation.ca/grants/ expression-interest. You may also email your application to grant@portmoodyfoun-

dation.ca. or mail it to: Port Moody Foundation, 300 Ioco Rd., Port Moody, B.C. V3H 2V7. The foundation will review all submissions and create a short list of those that best meet the criteria. Organizations selected will be notified in February and will be requested to submit a more detailed funding application by March 20, 2016. Successful grant applicants will be notified in May. For further information, contact Paul Thiel, grants committee chair, at 604469-4699 or visit www.portmoodyfoundation.ca. The Port Moody Foundation has been building and growing endowments since 1989. Income from the endowments is used to fund grants. Donations to help build the Foundation’s Community Endowment can be made online at the foundation’s website.

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That’s a lot of taters DIANE STRANDBERG Tri-CiTy News

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Lauren Towriss and Abby Berg, Grade 6 students at Hope Lutheran school in Port Coquitlam, show off some of the thousands of pounds of potatoes their church buys every month for the food bank run by Share Family and Community Services.

You can bake them, boil them, fry them and use them in soups and stews. They’re potatoes, one of the most versatile vegetables around and, thanks to the congregation at Hope Lutheran Church in Port Coquitlam, are in plentiful supply at the food bank run by Share Family and Community Services. Hope Lutheran school students Lauren Towriss and Abby Berg say they are both “proud” and “delighted” that up to 40,000 pounds of potatoes are delivered each year to Share for families that use the food bank. Claus Schultz, who has been organizing the church’s food bank contribution since 2007, said money used to go to fresh fruits and vegetables but potatoes were considered a better and more versatile item. Since the church switched to potatoes in 2011, as many as 160,000 pounds have been picked up from Heppell’s Potato Farm in Surrey and delivered to the food bank for distribution in food hampers. Laid end to end, that many potatoes is the equivalent of driving to Abbotsford from Port Coquitlam. And Roxanne MacDonald, interim chief executive officer for Share, said that’s a lot of potatoes. “It does make big a difference,” said MacDonald, not-

ing that last year’s contribution of 33,000 pounds of potatoes resulted in Share’s 5,000 food bank clients getting the equivalent of about six pounds each.

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Make all your giving green this Christmas You could spruce up a friend’s or family member’s bike for Christmas, treat someone to a performance and hold secret Santa charity exchanges at work. These are some of the ideas provided in this year’s Metro Vancouver Create Memories, Not Garbage holiday campaign, which runs until Dec. 24. For the eighth year, the Lower Mainland regional government is encouraging people to invest in creating memories rather than only buying gifts this holiday season. Gifts such as child minding or dog walking, festively wrapping up leftovers for your holi-

day dinner guests, or buying a gift for the whole family are meaningful ways to show how much you care. This waste-reduction campaign will run from now through December with advertising on bus exteriors, bus shelters and at public transit facilities, in social media, online and on TV. Many green gift Ideas are posted on Metro Vancouver’s Create Memories, not Garbage website (www.metrovancouver.org/christmas). Metro Vancouver is also asking residents to share their green gift ideas and tips for creating memories using #GreenAngel on social media.

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It’s pine time inside IN THE GARDEN

BRIAN MINTER

mmmm. Nothing smells as nice for the Christmas season as fresh greens inside our homes. It’s good to see folks coming back to more traditional Christmas decorating but keeping greens fresh is important. There are all kinds of fresh greens you can enjoy indoors but I always look for two qualities: one is how long they will stand up under dry conditions and the other is their fragrance. For both longevity and fragrance, it is hard to beat pine. All pine varieties have a wonderful scent but one of the most attractive is Pinus strobus or White Pine. Its soft blue needles look so graceful and they can be used in a variety of situations, particularly to accent fresh flowers and centrepieces. The long-needled Pinus ponderosa is also attractive, especially when branch tips are cut and placed in a large vase. The best use of these branches, however, is for door swags. With their naturally curved tips and large cones, they look perfect

when combined with a big red velvet bow and a few shiny baubles and Christmas novelties. The rich blue needles of Scotch pine are also great to use in a variety of situations. True fir (the abies family) is my second choice for indoor greens. Silver, Noble and Grand Fir are very good when it comes to retaining needles and when you brush your hand against their boughs, the fragrance puts you back in the woods. I particularly like the silver underside of their needles. The flat nature of their branches makes these greens ideal for swags or for advent and traditional wreaths. Blue spruce is the ultimate picea and its branches make beautiful door swags as well. The needles on spruce, however, do not last as long as abies or pine and they are sharp, making them somewhat more difficult to work with. Douglas Fir, named after Alexander Douglas, a British botanist who collected specimens of West Coast trees and took them back

to Britain, is neither a spruce nor a fir - that’s why they are classified as ‘pseudo tsuga menziesii’. They have a delightful fragrance and make beautiful looking Christmas trees but unfortunately, their branches dry out far too quickly to make them an ideal green for indoor use. Hemlocks are much the same: lovely but difficult both for drying out and for needle drop. Cedar is an old-time favourite for many reasons but I’m afraid it also has a short lifespan indoors. If you can keep it in a cool room or use it outside the home, its pendulous branches are useful in swags, wreaths and most importantly, in cedar ropes. Another super idea is to pull all the spent flowers from your moss hanging baskets and replace them with all kinds of cedar tips to create wonderful Christmas baskets. Add a few frosted cones, some holly and a big red bow with long tails and you’ve got a very attractive addition to your outside décor. One of the most unique and attractive ideas I’ve seen in a long time is a traditional European arrangement. Using a piece of florist’s oasis in a low bowl, arrange a variety of colourful green tips from yellow, blue, gold, green and bronze foliaged trees. A twisted stem of contorted filbert, one or two tall thin candles, bits of moss and a few dried perennials can be added for a finishing touch.

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Share hosts Wednesday evening drug education workshop series Share Alcohol and Drug Program invites you to attend any or all of its upcoming education series. The program is open to everyone in the Tri-Cities and will offer important information for those who have an alcohol or drug problem, or for those concerned about their use. It will help those people affected by others’ use to understand addicts and addictive behaviour. There is no cost for this group. The format consists of a video, a brief presentation and open discussion, and topics will vary from week to week, as

outlined below: • Dec. 16: Mental Illness, depression and addiction — understanding the links between the mental illness and addiction will be the goal. • Dec. 23: Relapse prevention — discussion on the psychological, emotional and physical aspects of relapsing and what can be done. • Dec. 30: Substanceaffected — how others’ misuse of alcohol and drugs affects us, and how to help others. • Jan. 6: Stage 2 recovery — life in the future. • Jan. 13: Problem gambling — gaining a better under-

standing about gambling addiction and recovery. Sessions will run Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30

p.m. at Share on the second floor, 2615 Clarke St., Port Moody. For more information, phone 604-936-3900.

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Christmas Eve at Leigh Square

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Friday, December 18 • 10:30 am Senior’s Service & Lunch • RSVP Saturday, December 19 • 3:30 - 6 pm Messy Church Christmas Program Family focused worship, crafts, and activities to share the message of Jesus. December 21 • 7 pm Longest Night Service for those struggling to cope with the challenges of the Christmas season. Christmas Eve • 4 pm Family Service 10:30 pm Carol Sing • 11 pm Midnight Mass Christmas Day • 10 am Communion

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December 21 - Monday Longest Night Service 7 pm December 24 - Christmas Eve Family Service (afternoon) 4 pm Lessons and Carols with the Choir 9 pm Candlelight Communion Service 11:30 pm Web: http://ucpoco.ca

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From drama to dance, plus healthy supports Following are listings from the Seniors section of The Tri-City News’ Community Calendar: • 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, 604-526-2345. • Minds in Motion, a fitness and social program for people with early-stage Alzheimer’s and a care partner hosted, by Alzheimer Society of B.C., runs Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Cost: $38 per pair/8 weeks. Register in person or call 604-9276098. • 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 (March or April). Info: Len, 604-941-0081 or lenraili@shaw.ca, or Barry, 604-936-8436 or the.langs@ shaw.ca. • Share Family and Community Services’ free seniors (60+) is offering a free, weekly support group

that meets for 90 minutes on Wednesday mornings at Poirier community centre, Coquitlam. No group experience necessary. Info & registration: Rhea, 604-937-6964. • Stroke Recovery Association of BC, Coquitlam branch at Dogwood Pavilion invites people recovering from stroke and their caregivers most Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. for speech therapy, exercise, indoor bocce, music, dance, games, speakers, outings, fun and friendship, 624 Poirier St. (enter off Winslow Avenue). Info: Margaret, 604-927-6093 or mhansen@ coquitlam.ca. • Share is running a free seniors’ support group for people 60+ wanting to meet others and talk about things important to them. No group experience, no problem. Info and registration: Rhea, 604937-6964. • Dogwood Songsters meet every Monday, 9:30 a.m.noon, Dogwood Pavilion; group also visits and entertains at seniors’ facilities weekly. If you love to sing, you can join. Info: 778-2854873 or 604-464-2252. • Seniors meet every Friday, 12:30-2:30 p.m., to do fun group activities including physical fitness exercises, games, storytelling, local tours and recipe sharing. All women and men 50 or older are welcome at Share Family and Community Services’ Mountain View Family Resource Centre, 699 Robinson St., Coquitlam (corner of Smith Avenue and Robinson Street). Info: Gina, 604-937-6970. • Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to

seniors’ concerns. Seniors’ organizations and others interested in joining, call Ernie, 604-576-9734, or email tsn@ shaw.ca. • The Alzheimer Society of BC has two active support groups in the Tri-Cities. One meets on the second Wednesday of each month, the other meets on the last Wednesday of each month. People who are interested in participating in a caregiver support group should call Dorothy Leclair at 604-2980780. • Glen Pine 50Plus group plays bridge Mondays, 12:45-3:30 p.m., Tuesdays, 9:30-11:45 a.m. at Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-927-6940. • Caregiver support group meets second and fourth Friday of each month, Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: 604-9336098. • Monthly seniors luncheon with Jewish entertainment, Burquest Jewish Community Centre, 2680 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Coquitlam. Info: 604-5527221 or info@burquest.org. • ABCs of Fraud, a consumer fraud prevention program for seniors, by seniors, gives free one-hour presentations to seniors groups of 10 or more. Info: 604-437-1940 or ceas@telus.net. • Honeycombs, a group of people over 50 who entertain with song, dance and skits, meets Thursdays, 1 p.m., at Wilson Centre, PoCo. Performers plus prop, sound and stage hands needed. Info or show bookings: Frances, 604-941-1745.

Golden years? Many money worries Who is retiring? At what point in their lives are they doing it? How are they funding it? Are they satisfied with the experience? An Angus Reid Institute poll provides insights into these questions, and many others. Overall, the survey findings show that the Canadian retirement experience is vastly different for different groups of people, but largely fulfilling for most — notwithstanding quite widespread financial anxiety. Key findings: • Less than half (46%) of retirees say they retired when and as planned. The rest retired earlier (48%) or later (6%) because of circumstances outside their control. • Retired Canadians are considerably more reliant on government and work pensions to finance their retirement than still-working Canadians expect to be when they retire. And while a fairly concerning 48% of the already retired are worried about outliving their money, this anxiety is shared by 74% of Canadians who are not yet retired. • There is a fairly stark divide in the post-work experiences

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• Celebrate the Winter Holidays in Maillardville with Société francophone de Maillardville, noon-3 p.m., Chez Nous Hall, 209 Lebleu St., Coquitlam. Reminisce the festive stories of the neighbourhood while dining and singing along with the SFM board of directors and staff; also: culinary delights, Christmas ornament workshop, refreshments and French-Canadian traditions. Info: www.maillardville.com/events.

SUNDAY, DEC. 13

• ArtsConnect AGM, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Samz Neighbourhood Pub, 2342 Elgin Ave., PoCo. RSVP: info@artsconnect.tv. Note: Membership renewal for 2016 is due Dec. 31.

FRIDAY, DEC. 18

• Christmas concert and free community dinner hosted by Redeemed Christian Church of God Trinity Chapel, 7 p.m., 2606 Kingsway Ave., PoCo. Info: 604474-3131 or www.rccgtrinitychapel.com.

SUNDAY, DEC. 20

• Port Moody Heritage Society hosts Holiday Tea on the Train, Port Moody Station Museum, 2734 Murray St. Seatings: 10-11 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 1-2 p.m. Cost: $10 per adult and $5 for kids 10 and under, includes admission to museum. Info: www. portmoodymuseum.org or 604939-1648.

CLUBS

• 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. • 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 Friday 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. • 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

DEC. 14: TRI-CITY PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB • Tri-City Photography Club, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., Port Moody. Topic: Print night, hands-on session – event photos and social. Info: www.tricityphotoclub.ca. at 7 p.m. on the third Friday of each month at the PoCo 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. • 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

email: newsroom@tricitynews.com phone: 604-472-3030 www.tricitynews.com/community/events-calendar 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. The club will meet Wednesdays 7-9 p.m. at Port Moody rec complex. Info: Gene, 604 230-8030 or genev-

ickers@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 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. see page 39

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TC CALENDAR continued from page 38 • 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 Kinsmen Club of PoCo is looking for new members. It is a service club operating since 1965 that combines raising money with fun times. Kinsmen meet the second Thursday of each month and commit time for projects and social events. Anyone interested in joining or attending a meeting, call Cyrille at 604-942-4826 or email kincyril@shaw.ca. • Crystal Clear Speakers Toastmasters meet every second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., the Oasis, 1111 Austin Ave., Coquitlam. Info: Walter, 604-941-0191 or http://crystalclearspeakers.freetoasthost. Info.<?> • Tri-City Airedale Terrier Club is organizing events for local Airedale owners (and dogs). Info: s@tricityairedales.com or www.tricityairedales.com. • Hyde Creek Watershed Society meets first Wednesday of every month, 7:15 p.m., Hyde Creek rec centre. Info: 604-461FISH (3474). • Centennial Stamp Club meets second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, 7 p.m., social rec centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: 604945-1017 or www.stampclub.ca. • Maillardville Community Lions now meet at Coquitlam branch of Royal Canadian Legion, 1025 Ridgeway Ave. Info: 604-937-0310.

HAPPY WANDERERS WALKING CLUB • Happy Wanderers Walking Club welcomes all singles 45 and older for walks in the Tri-Cities and Ridge Meadows areas; meet every Saturday at 9:15 a.m. Info: Marilyn, 604463-8874. • 777 Neptune Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets, parade every Wednesday, 6:30-9:30 p.m., L’Ecole des Pionniers, 3550 Wellington St., PoCo; girls and boys 12-19 welcome. Info: 604-941-6227. • PoMo Canoe and Kayak Club meets first and third Thursdays of each month, 7 p.m., Old Mill Boathouse at Rocky Point Park. Info: Brent, 604-461-8863 or Gordon, 604936-8203. • Parents Without Partners is an international non-profit organization devoted to the interest and welfare of single parents and their children. Information meetings for new members run the second Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m., Howe Room, Coquitlam rec centre, 630 Poirier St. Info: 604-945-2407. • Brunette Enviro-Committee meets third Wednesday of each month, 6-8 p.m., PoMo Arts Centre. Info: Mi, 604-936-7470. • PoCo Garden Club meets the third Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m., at Trinity United church, Prairie and Shaughnessy. Info: 604-9418465. • Hoy/Scott Streamkeepers meet the third Wednesday of each month. Info: 604-9413402. • Tri-City Christian Women’s Club luncheon is at noon the second Thursday of each month, the Executive Inn, 405 North

Rd., Coquitlam. Inspirational speaker each month. Reservations: 604-420_2667 or onarheim@telus.net. • PoCo Chess Club meets every Thursday, 7-10 p.m., at Wilson Centre (PoCo rec complex). Info: Nathan, 604-3406208 or email: pocochessclub@ chessmastery.com. • Minnekhada Park Association is a group of local volunteers who work in partnership with Metro Vancouver Parks to preserve and enhance the natural environment of Minnekhada Regional Park. The group runs a bear aware program to educate visitors about appropriate behaviour when encountering bears in the park and organizes work days to support nest box program, and to enhance the park’s historical features. Volunteers are always needed. Info: Karen, 604-5206442. • If you are interested in volunteering in your community, PoCo Kinsmen meet twice a month. Info: 604-944-8559. • PoMo Garden Club meets second and last Monday of each month, 10:30 a.m., Kyle Centre. Info: 604-931-6224. • Falun Dafa/Falun Gong practice to improve mind, body and spirit: Lafarge Lake, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Classes are free. Info: Carolyn, 604-944-4909 or visit www. falundafa.org

email: newsroom@tricitynews.com phone: 604-472-3030 www.tricitynews.com/community/events-calendar • 2827 BCR DCO Royal Canadian Army Cadets, for boys and girls 12-18; they will receive adventure training, learn orienteering with map and compass, leadership, first aid, marksmanship, radio com-

munications, field craft, effective speaking, and search and rescue. Uniforms are loaned at no charge and summer training from two to seven weeks is included. Info: Shannon, 604-5207604, or www.cadets.kc.ca.

• Burquitlam Lions meet the first and third Wednesdays of each month, 6:30 p.m., Christmas Manor, 560 Austin Ave., Coquitlam. Prospective members welcome. Info: 604464-3220.

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It’s been a tough week for the Port Moody Panthers, who continue to pile up losses in their Pacific Junior Hockey League regular season campaign. The latest defeat came at the hands of the Aldergrove Kodiaks, who declawed the Cats in an 8-5 drubbing in Aldergrove Wednesday night. The teams were neck-andneck for the first few minutes of play, with Aldergrove pulling out to a 1-0 lead on the power play and Port Moody quickly responding with a goal from Owen Reith. But the Kodiaks proceeded to go on a three-goal run that left the Panthers reeling and the visitors were unable to get things back on track. Ryan Spencer managed to make it 4-2 when he added a goal for Port Moody before the first intermission, but the team had dug a hole it would have difficulty climbing out of. When the Cats allowed the Kodiaks to score three more unanswered tallies in the second period, the game was out of reach. Two goals from Keito Lee in the third period came too late for the Panthers, who

were down 8-5 when the final buzzer sounded. Lee was named third star of the game for his effort. Things did not go much better for the team when they hosted the Grandview Steelers at the Port Moody Arena Saturday night. The visitors were the first to get on the board when Adam Rota, who played 42 games with the Panthers during the 2013-2014 season, potted his seventh marker of the season. When Grandview ran into some penalty trouble early in the second period, the Cats were able to capitalize, with Daniel Obcena scoring followed by a goal from Jovin Kaila. But the Steelers were able to even the score before the second intermission and some defensive breakdowns in the third allowed Grandview to score two unanswered goals to win the game 4-2. Obcena was named third star of the game while Port Moody goalie Jack Stradiotti stopped 35 of the 39 shots he faced. The schedule will not be getting any easier for the Panthers. Port Moody hosts the Tom Shaw Conference-leading North Vancouver Wolf Pack on Saturday night, before taking on the second-place Steelers again on Sunday on the road. Saturday’s game at the Port Moody Arena will take place at 7:45 p.m. For more information, go to www.portmoodypanthers.com.

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Port Moody Panther Daniel Obcena was named third star of the game Saturday after scoring his eighth of the season during a 4-2 loss against the Grandview Steelers. The 20-year-old forward also managed to add an assist during the club’s 8-5 loss to the Aldergrove Kodiaks Wednesday night.

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Coquitlam track team recognized Coquitlam Cheetah Track and Field athletes and coaches cleaned up at the BC Athletics Provincial awards banquet. Head coach Tara Self won the junior and senior provincial coaching excellence award, while junior development coach Steve Boylan won the JD division. Meanwhile, 18-year-old Raquel Tjernagel won the award for junior track athlete of the year with her No. 1 rankings in the 100 m, 200 m and 400 m. Jarrett Chong received an award for his outstanding throws during in midget javelin (ages 14 to 15), while on the junior development (ages 9 to 13) side 10 athletes, including Marty Barajunas, Liam Espedido, Alyssa Dulay-McGuire, Lauren Ebel, Josh Granville, Amelia Hamnett, Devon Meadows, Nico Milenaar, Alanna Noble and Cameron Slaymaker all received awards for outstanding achievements. ELAINE FLEURY PHOTO

The under-15 Coquitlam Adanacs improved to a 5-4 record after a game against Surrey at Cunnings Field in Coquitlam in Pacific Coast Field Lacrosse action. The club is currently fourth in the division, behind New West (5-2-1) and ahead of Mission (3-5-0).

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