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City plans to raise DCCs to pay for more parkland.

What will you pay this year for your property taxes?

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schoenborn denied again + Investigators looking at mobile home fire + Longtime Coquitlam resident is new chief of transit police

racing into history Almost 30 years ago, Westwood Motorsport Park on Coquitlam’s Westwood Plateau was closed to make way for a golf and country club and high-end homes. Now, one of its racing fixtures, Al Ores, is being honoured for his efforts to boost auto racing. See story in Sports on page 49. (Left: Ores’ Caldwell D-13 Formula Vee racer.) SUBMITTED PHOTO

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It sells vinyl and a variety of memorabilia and, now, Port Moody’s Pinball Alley is itself up for sale. Story, page 33

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has the union representing SD43 support staff concerned about an erosion of standards. “If I was a parent, I would want a fully-qualified EA looking after my child,” said Dave Ginter, president of CUPE Local 561. “They want a fully

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qualified EA, they don’t want a watered-down version.” But diluting the qualifications of EAs is not the goal of the initiative, according to the district’s executive director of human resources. Randy Manhas said SD43

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“Guarding Coquitlam’s remaining supply of road salt, after Vancouver called looking for some,” Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart said in a social media post during the cold snap that hit Metro Vancouver in early 2017. And salt supply is just one issue facing municipalities dealing with the effects on weather of climate change. TRI-CITY NEWS FILE PHOTOS C L I M AT E C H A N G E S E R I E S : PA R T 1

Climate change and the city: Dealing with weather realities INTRO: Municipalities have for years grappled with ways of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to help battle climate change. But the effects of rising temperatures are already being felt and cities are beginning the process of adapting to more frequent and intense weather events. In a 3-part series, The Tri-City News looks at the policies and procedures Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody are putting in place to deal with our changing climate. Here, Part 1 focuses on civic infrastructure.

Wetter winters and hotter summers are just 2 expected climate change effects

“The erratic nature of something as simple as snow removal and salt budgets have changed profoundly.”

The region was in the midst of its longest period of freezing temperatures in more than three decades and many residents — and municipalities — were getting desperate. Cities like Surrey had to dilute their road salt with sand and some municipalities resorted to purchasing salt from as far away as Saskatchewan at great cost. Alex Boston, executive director of SFU’s Renewable Cities program, said the salt shortage of 2017 is just one example of the ways cities are struggling to adapt to new weather realities in the face of climate change.

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uring the cold snap of 2017, Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart posted on social media a photo of himself standing guard over the city’s road salt supply. He was joking, but only a little.

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“The erratic nature of something as simple as snow removal and salt budgets have changed profoundly,” he told The Tri-City News. Historical temperature averages and weather patterns are no longer reliable, he added, making it more difficult for municipalities to predict and plan for major storms. “Now we are going through this incredible wave from one side of the pendulum to the other,” he said. “We have huge salt demands one year and nothing the next.”

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FEBRUARY 21 – 27 CALENDAR Monday, Feb. 25 Council-in-Committee 2 p.m. Regular Council 7 p.m. coquitlam.ca/agendas

Wednesday, Feb. 27 Pink Shirt Day Skate 7:45 – 9 p.m. coquitlam.ca/ featuredprograms

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KEEPING OUR COMMUNITY SAFE

Spirit of Coquitlam

Traffic Signals Give Fire Trucks Priority

Are you a non-profit, community-based organization looking for a boost with funding? Apply for a Spirit of Coquitlam Grant from March 1-31.The grant’s intent is to build community spirit by providing funds for projects that align with Coquitlam’s strategic goals. There was new criteria established in 2018, so please visit coquitlam.ca/spiritgrant for eligibility requirements, FAQs, and to get an application form. Since 2002, the City has awarded $8.59 million derived from the Casino Host Agreement revenue to more than 200 organizations.

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COUNCIL MEETING DETAILS See page 19

PUBLIC CONSULTATION NOTICES See page 30

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICES See pages 46 & 47 coquitlam.ca/citycalendar

On Thursday, Feb. 27, the City will mark National Anti-Bullying Day with a Pink Shirt Day Toonie Skate at Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex, 7:45 p.m. – 9 p.m. Pink Shirt Day was created in 2007 by Nova Scotia high school students to show support for a Grade 9 boy who was bullied for wearing pink. The friends gave pink shirts to other students to wear as a show of solidarity with the bullied teen. In 2008, Feb. 27 was proclaimed anti-bullying day in B.C. and adopted by the rest of the country. Take a stand against bullying at our Pink Shirt Day Skate.

Did you know Coquitlam’s traffic signals are equipped to give priority to responding fire trucks? These vehicles are large and their ability to respond in a safe and timely manner is a life-safety issue. All emergency vehicles are permitted to proceed through red lights but they must first ensure it is safe to do so and slowing or stopping can increase their response time. There is also risk in this case that other motorists or pedestrians may not see or hear them approaching. The ideal situation is if a fire truck gets a green light, hence, Coquitlam’s traffic signal system is equipped with receivers and 22 fire trucks are equipped with transmitters that communicate to traffic signals to grant green. The traffic signals give priority to the fire trucks at the intersection and will continue to hold green for a short while in case a second truck is responding before it returns to normal operation. Here are some facts: Y

91% of Coquitlam’s 152 traffic signals are equipped with fire pre-emption receivers programmed to respond to fire trucks. On a typical day, there are 185 pre-emption events where responding fire trucks activate the emergency vehicle pre-emption system. More than 67,000 incidents occur in a year where the system has improved the speed and safety for fire response vehicles.

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Finding balance for a better world is the theme of this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD). Whether it be gender balance in the boardroom or juggling work and family, balance is necessary for communities to thrive, according to the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, which is hosting this year’s IWD lunch Friday, March 8 in Coquitlam. In keeping with this year’s theme, Leah Pells, a three-time Olympian and Coquitlam Sports Hall of Fame inductee, will be speaking on finding balance in an increasingly stressful world. Pells is also a survivor of mental health issues who overcome her upbringing in a household of addiction, abuse and poverty to become an accomplished athlete. Today, she is a School District 43 school counsellor and registered clinical counsellor determined to use her experiences to help others. The keynote address will be followed by a panel discussion featuring three local women of influence who will speak about how they attempt to find balance in their own lives. The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce International Women’s Day celebration will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Westwood Plateau Golf and Country Club. Tickets are available for chamber members for $55 plus GST and non-members for $80 plus GST. For more information and to register, visit www.tricitieschamber.com. TRI-CITY NEWS FILE PHOTO

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Higher DCCs for parkland to make way for higher density housing More people means a greater need for community amenities GRANT GRANGER ggranger@tricitynews.com

Coquitlam plans to jack up the levy it charges developers to recover costs on future infrastructure by an average of 42% to make up for the rising costs of parkland acquisition and construction. The last time Coquitlam raised its development cost charges (DCCs) was 2015.

Since then, the total DCC program has gone from $927 million to $1.3 billion, according to a report by the city’s financial manager, Michelle Hunt. Mayor Richard Stewart said it’s important to have enough money in the DCC bank to pay for infrastructure, especially for high-density projects. “If we’re going to go to apartments instead of singlefamily [homes], we’re going to have to build the backyards for people,” said Stewart. “As a community, we need to find a way to expand our parks. “Parkland acquisition is a means to creating affordable

housing. We have to have the amenities in place as a means of achieving affordable housing.” City manager Pete Steblin said if the rates aren’t increased, the city will have to cut back on its infrastructure building programs. The DCCs the city has been collecting can’t keep up with the rising costs, according to Hunt’s report. And that has placed a larger burden on the city’s other sources of funding. The proposed fee structure will see the DCCs charged for a house jump from $26,880 per 375 square metres to $43,981. Townhouses will go from $123/

“If we’re going to go to apartments instead of single-family [homes], we’re going to have to build the backyards for people.”

Richard Stewart Mayor of Coquitlam

sq. m to $181, apartments from $123 to $183, commercial from $62 to $77, and industrial from $37 to $77. Stewart and Coun. Brent Asmundson claimed increasing the DCCs won’t drive up

the cost of land. Instead, the higher DCC will cut into the developers’ bottom line, reducing the amount they can offer to purchase land. Council also called on the Lower Mainland Local

Government Association and the Union of B.C. Municipalities to lobby the provincial government for a review to clarify what costs are eligible for DCCs because the current legislation doesn’t allow common amenities such as fire, police, recreation and culture to be included in the charges. Hunt told council that in the future, the finance department will look at the DCCs program every two years to reevaluate fees because it’s better to increase them slowly over time. Before the rate structure is finalized, it will go before a council for fourth reading.

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Development Variance Permit

Public Input Opportunity

Development Variance Permit

Development Variance Permit No. DVP00062

PUBLIC INPUT

A public input opportunity is being provided in consideration of varying parking requirements to facilitate an expansion of the lounge seating capacity from 25 seats to 50 seats.

6 pm on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 Council Chambers Port Coquitlam City Hall

Council cannot receive new or additional information on this application after the public input opportunity.

CITY HALL 2580 Shaughnessy Street Port Coquitlam BC

PUBLIC INPUT

A public input opportunity is being provided in consideration of varying parking requirements to facilitate an expansion of the lounge seating capacity from 25 seats to 50 seats.

6 pm on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 Council Chambers Port Coquitlam City Hall

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All members of the public will have a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions about the bylaw at the input opportunity.

Development Variance Permit No. DVP00064

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Inspection of documents: Prior to the public input opportunity, the public is welcome to inspect the proposed development variance permit, a larger drawing and any related reports and plans at: Development Services, Port Coquitlam City Hall Annex 8:30 am-4:30 pm (except weekends/stat. holidays) until 4:00 pm on February 26, 2019. Carolyn Deakin, Assistant Corporate Officer 604.927.5212 I corporateoffice@portcoquitlam.ca

All members of the public will have a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions about the bylaw at the input opportunity. Council cannot receive new or additional information on this application after the public input opportunity.

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2.99% property tax hike likely in PoCo

Use of Terryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s image in convoy poster denounced

$10 decrease is predicted for owner of average house Janis ClEUGh jcleugh@tricitynews.com

Port Coquitlamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newly elected council plans to squeeze the property tax hike below the 3% mark this year. And the proposed boost will likely mean a small drop in the tax rate for owners of houses. The draft city budget, which came before committee of council last week, calls for a 2.99% increase for the average home assessed at $818,564. That translates to: â&#x20AC;˘ a $10.27 decrease for the average house assessed at $990,514; â&#x20AC;˘ a $91.87 increase for the average townhouse assessed at $710,328; â&#x20AC;˘ and a $86.07 jump for the average apartment assessed at $465,179. The drop for house owners is due to the 2018 assessment rate: In PoCo, residential values went up an average of 6.45% last year but assessments for single-family homes were, in general, less compared with multi-family units. The tax rate includes a $23.16 increase for curbside collection of garbage, recycling and green waste

but does not include the $25 parcel tax to pay for the $132-million recreation complex rebuild â&#x20AC;&#x201D; an annual fee thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in effect until next year. Tuesday, Mayor Brad West told The Tri-City News the property tax hike, which council has yet to adopt, is â&#x20AC;&#x153;one of the lower in Metro Vancouver.â&#x20AC;? By comparison, Vancouver residents are facing a 4.5% jump this year while Port Moody council is considering 5.55%, Pitt Meadows 5.75% and Burnaby 2.7%. PoCoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proposed tax increase of 2.99% â&#x20AC;&#x201D; more than double last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x201D; will pay for long-term infrastructure replacement (1%) and, for the last time, the rec centre update (1%). The other 0.99% will pay for, among other things: a new asset management program ($250,000); a new Port Coquitlam Events Society ($120,000); and digitization of property records ($60,000). City staff are asking for feedback on the draft budget. Between March 4 and 25, PoCo property owners can have their say via an online survey, found at portcoquitlam.ca/budget. Residents can also call 604927-5280 or email budget@ portcoquitlam.ca.

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The Terry Fox Foundation has denounced the use of an iconic image of Port Coquitlam hometown hero Terry Fox in a â&#x20AC;&#x153;United We Rollâ&#x20AC;? campaign poster, calling the use of its namesake â&#x20AC;&#x153;disturbing.â&#x20AC;? The poster, which has appeared online and pasted in cities across Canada, showcases a collage of photographs, including one of Fox, Canadian soldiers and saluting Mounties along with a trio of semi trucks.Â â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatever their intention was and whatever background they have, they have nothing to do with the foundation,â&#x20AC;? said Britt Andersen, executive director of the B.C.based Terry Fox Foundation. Two days before the United We Roll convoy arrived in Ottawa, Andersen received a photo of a poster from one of its run organizers in Saskatchewan. After calling a number listed on the poster belonging to United We Roll organizer Jason Corbeil, Andersen said she was assured the protestors

A United We Roll poster that used an image of Terry Fox to promote its political event.

would edit Terry Fox out of the graphic. Setting out from Red Deer, Alta. on Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, United We Roll arrived in

Ottawa Tuesday to protest federal energy and environmental policies. The convoy was originally organized as a protest under

the banner of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Yellow Vests,â&#x20AC;? an international protest movement that has become a magnet for white supremacist and anti-immigrant groups. While in the past the Terry Fox Foundation has intervened to stop the sale of Foxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s image emblazoned on T-shirts and beer mugs, this is one of the first times an image of the iconic Canadian was used to market a political message, Andersen said. In 2015, the Terry Fox Foundation was thrown into controversy when then Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced a $35-million campaign pledge in what many saw as an overt attempt to politicize the traditionally non-partisan organization. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[Terry] was iconic because there was so much authenticity and purity in what he was achieving and what he did,â&#x20AC;? Andersen told The Tri-City News. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It becomes harder and harder to police that stuff when it can truly go viral.â&#x20AC;? Andersen said that if such uses of images continues in the future, the foundation will have to dedicate more people and resources to track down unauthorized uses of Terry Foxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s likeness. And that, he said, would mean less money for cancer research. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; with files from the Canadian Press

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Port Moody is getting ready for a future of electric vehicles (EV). And it doesn’t want anyone left behind. At its meeting last week, city council adopted a bylaw amendment that will require new residential developments to provide 240-volt Level 2 electrical outlets and wiring in every parking stall to accommodate the potential installation of electric vehicle charging stations. New commercial developments would require such infrastructure for at least 20% of their parking stalls. But council also asked staff to investigate ways to ensure EV drivers with accessibility challenges aren’t left holding the plug. In response to a concern raised by a resident that new commercial developments may not include handicapped parking spots in the 20% of stalls with charged electrical outlets, Coun. Zoe Royer said, “If we are to be a city that values accessibility, we have to make sure people who need [charging stations] have access.” The city’s general manager of planning and development, André Boel, said staff hadn’t considered the issue of charging outlets for handicapped parking spaces. He

suggested possible solutions could range from signage to a requirement that at least one or all such spaces be equipped for the installation of charging stations. According to a staff report, about 500 electric or hybrid vehicles are registered in Port Moody. Ownership of such vehicles increased 162% in 2017 over 2016 and sales in the province increased 202% by last spring compared to spring 2017. Laura Sampliner, Port Moody’s sustainability and energy co-ordinator, said requiring parking stalls to have charged electrical outlets is “future-proof” and will save residents and developers money in the long run as they won’t have to retrofit buildings. “Putting an outlet in all parking spaces gives everyone the option of electric vehicles,” she said, adding while the installation of a single charged outlet in a groundoriented building can cost as little as $200, retrofitting a parking stall can cost more than $6,000 per space. She said the small additional cost for developers to install the necessary wiring and panels may get passed down to purchasers but it shouldn’t be enough to become a barrier to sales.

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The proponent of a 145-unit condo development planned for Port Moody’s Chines hillside will have to do better than when the project first went before city council almost seven years ago. At its meeting last week, council voted to rescind the first two readings of bylaw amendments that would have allowed the project, in the 3000-block of Henry Street, to proceed. Councillors cited several concerns about its accordance with current conditions and expectations. The original proposal, which got to third reading in March 2012, will also be referred back to the city’s community planning advisory committee for further consideration. The proposed U-shaped structure steps up to 11 storeys but a staff report presented to council said its unique position built into the Chines hillside — the north-facing slope that is south of St. Johns Street — means it would never appear higher than six storeys when viewed from the east or west elevation. A park of

A rendering of a 145-unit condo development on Henry Street that was first proposed in 2012. Atti Group is reviving the project. COLLIERs INtERNAtIONAL

almost 5,000 square metres on the site’s south side would be dedicated to the city. When the project was first brought to council, the developer was advised it needed to deal with some geotechnical, environment and stormwater management issues before it could proceed any further. In March 2018, the property — comprised of four lots at the southwest corner of Buller and Henry streets — was sold to a new owner, the West Vancouver-based Atti Group. It had been listed on the website of realtor Colliers International for an asking price of $25 million since 2016. Coun. Diana Dilworth, who was on council when the project was first considered in 2012, said back then, it was

praised for its “state-of-the-day sustainability initiatives” as well as its terraced architecture. But times have changed, she said, and the project needs a new look from staff and council with “fresher, more relevant eyes.” In his report, Port Moody’s senior planner, Kevin Jones, said one significant change to the city’s bylaws since 2012 has been an increase in required setbacks, especially from streams. Others include a provision for 70 adaptable units, an increase in required parking spaces for cars and bicycles, as well as the city’s latest requirement to have parking stalls equipped to accommodate electric vehicle charging stations. Coun. Hunter Madsen said

the development should also address contemporary concerns like providing a percentage of affordable rental units as well as assurances it can be built safely on a difficult, sloped site. “Times are different and there are some things that are not strictly about bylaws,” Madsen said. Jones told council staff is still looking at the extent of geotechnical work that has gone into the proposal in the past six years. He suggested those reports could even be subject to peer review. Dilworth said there’s still much to like about the project. “I think we need to look at those aspects we can sort of embrace and look at those we need to tweak,” she said.

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sles at BC Children’s Hospital Feb. 1. Measles is a serious infection and can easily be spread to others. The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCDC) has extensive information on its website outlining the risks parents take when not vaccinating their children. Also at risk are unvaccinated babies, those born after 1970 and people who have had no doses or only one dose of measles vaccine. Vaccination is now seen as the best way to prevent the spread of the disease and even the College of Naturopathic Physicians of B.C. has updated its immunization standard, preventing naturopathic doctors from counselling, advertising or recommending against vaccination. This is good news. It wasn’t long ago when Terry Fox secondary in Port

Coquitlam had to go on high alert, with nurses scouring vaccination records, after a student contracted measles during a trip to China. The worry at the time was that unvaccinated students would contract the disease, prompting the school board at the time to call for mandatory vaccination re-

cords for all students. The current outbreak is linked to children who contacted the diseases while on a trip to Vietnam, and it’s often the case that measles originates outside of the country and travellers bring it home. This is an outrage. Fortunately, the majority of parents do vaccinate their children — the rate is about 72% in the Tri-Cities, which effectively reduces the risk of the disease spreading (those vaccinated in doctors’ offices may not have been counted, making the rate higher). But there are instances where parents may have to update their child’s vaccinations, and it’s never too late to do so, according to BCDC. Why wait? This is not something to let slide. In the parenting handbook, vaccinating your kids with both required doses is job 1.

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The Editor, Re. “We have affordable housing” (Letters, The TriCity News, Feb. 14). Jane Shoemaker’s letter pleading with Coquitlam council not to allow upzoning of older affordable rental apartment buildings in Austin Heights brings to mind the situation in Burquitlam, where I have made my home in just such a building for more than 20 years. Here and in west Coquitlam, it is open season on such buildings if located near Evergreen Extension stations. To date, hundreds of affordable apartments — soon over a thousand — have

been, are being or will be demolished for highrises, containing mostly expensive new condos; or if some units are to be rentals, the rent would rarely be affordable anymore. Tenants are moved out during the most severe affordable housing shortage in living memory. Numbers of homeless people keep growing. Developers, not neutral agents, are charged with relocation programs with little accountability for what happens to these tenants. Council cannot say whether all have been suitably relocated but even if some are, are the sacrifice of their affordable homes and the severe disruption of

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their lives excusable — all for the sake of shiny new city centres around transit hubs and a generous influx of new, better-heeled residents? Lower-income citizens are the victims here, and for a dubious cause. The haste and methods to reach the city’s goals smack loudly of developer greed and replenishing city coffers, all at these less affluent tenants’ expense. It’s like the demoviction and gentrification we have already seen around Metrotown in Burnaby. My building, like so many others, has been pre-designated by the city as suitable for highrise redevelopment, thus hanging out the welcome

mat for developer offers that can’t be refused. I have felt under threat of unjustifiable home displacement for years. This mayor and council need to be held to account for what they have done to hundreds of people like me, and for not knowing where they have wound up. So I would like to ask this council: Why are you destroying affordable housing in the midst of a crisis? Where specifically are the former tenants now? Is this really the only way to develop Burquitlam? Does no one on council care about this or is it that lower-income people just don’t matter? Felix Thijssen, Coquitlam

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The Editor, As a Tri-City senior, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the “snow angels” who keep clearing my driveway during the recent snowfalls. I really appreciate their efforts. Linda Railton, Port Coquitlam

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The developer of a condo project in Port Moody says he’s overwhelmed by the response to a program that will allow 30 prospective owners to roll the rent they’ll pay on their new units for two years towards the unit’s purchase price. Kush Panatch, president of Richmond-based Panatch Group, which is building the project — 358 residential units in two six-storey buildings — at 50 Electronic Ave., said more than 500 applicants have expressed interest in the rent-to-own program that is available to first-time home buyers who already live or work in Port Moody since it was launched in late January. Panatch said his familyowned company wanted to make a positive impact in the community for its first Port Moody project, and while refining its proposal for approval by city council, it kept hearing about the frustrations young people in the city are having pulling together enough savings for a down payment in the Lower Mainland’s hyperactive real estate market. “The housing challenge is very real,” Panatch said, adding while his company’s rent-to-own program isn’t a total fix, it may form part of the solution. Christian Fracchia, a 24-year-old IT administrator with a Vancouver animation studio, said the rent-to-own program could make his dream of putting down roots in the city where he grew up

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more realistic. Currently renting an apartment with a roommate in Moody Centre, Fracchia said home ownership has been a goal of his for a couple of years, instilled in him by his dad’s teachings about financial responsibility. But even as he manages to save a quarter of his paycheque, he said the goalpost of accumulating a downpayment always seems to be moving further downfield. He said if he’s selected in the lottery that will be employed to determine the successful 30 applicants for the Electronic Avenue project, he’ll not only be able to build his nest egg while he’s living in his new unit, it’s also a motivator to ramp up his savings strategy for a downpayment even higher. Panatch said he wanted to

keep the program as simple as possible to achieve his goal of giving home ownership opportunities to young people who want to settle in Port Moody. To be eligible, prospective buyers have to already live and work in the city, qualify for a mortgage and they have to commit to living in the unit as their principle residence. If selected, the price for their unit will be locked in and, once construction is completed in 2021, they’ll pay $1,000 a month rent for a one-bedroom unit, or $1,200 for a two-bedroom, for two years. The money will be put into a trust account and then applied towards the purchase price. The Real Estate Council of British Columbia said rent-toown plans can be an effective way for prospective homeowners to come up with the

cash for a downpayment but it also advises participants in such plans go into them with a full understanding of how they work, the terms of the contract and what’s included in the rent during the rental period. Panatch said his project’s rent-to-own units will be a mix of one- and two-bedrooms, with 12 allocated in the project’s first phase, and 18 in the second phase. He also concedes, with prices starting at $469,900 for a 643sq. ft. one-bedroom unit and two-bedroom units going for up to $719,900, buyers selected for the rent-to-own program will likely still have to get some help from “the bank of mom and dad,” or have substantial savings already in the bank. “We see this as a pathway to ownership,” he said.

The Tri-Cities squeezed another 2,647 people in last year, which put its population growth right in the middle of the pack for municipalities in Greater Vancouver. The three cities and two villages increased to a total of 251,020 from 2017 to 2018, according to recently released annual population estimates by BC Stats — a boost of nearly 1.1%. Although Metro Vancouver’s overall population went up by 1.5% to 2,654,226, that average was bolstered by Surrey’s population growing by nearly 14,000 (2.7%) people alone. The median for all Metro communities was 1.1%, ranging from 0.5% to 1.8%, with the exception of UBC (2.4%) and Bowen Island (2.2%). Like the area’s median, the population growth of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Anmore over the year was 1.1%. Coquitlam went from 147,809 people in 2017 to 149,490 in 2018; PoCo’s from 62,136 to 62,844; and Anmore from 2,364 to 2,389. Port Moody rose from 35,385 to 35,613 (0.6%) while Belcarra’s population increased by five people to 684 (0.7%). BC Stats estimated the province’s total population at 4,991,687, which is 1.4% more than in 2017. Port Moody Mayor Rob Vagramov said giving young people the opportunity to set roots in the city is an important part of making it an inclusive community. “It takes a village to have a village,” he said. “We have to have a little bit of everybody to have a world.” Panatch said even as a developer, it’s frustrating when the housing he builds is out of reach to people like teachers and firefighters who earn good incomes or forces young people to live far afield from their jobs. Nadine Cornelius, a 31-year-old event management professional, said she and her partner have fallen

in love with Port Moody since moving to a rental apartment in the city three years ago because Vancouver had become too expensive. They hike the trails around Buntzen Lake, meet friends at Brewers Row and go for walks in Rocky Point Park. “It’s like living in a small town but it’s not,” said Cornelius, who has also applied to participate in the rentto-own program. Committing to stay in the city makes sense for their lifestyle, she said. Panatch said being able to help address that desire can benefit the whole community because “people want to maintain their relationships.”

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CRIME & COURTS

Union head questions SD43’s commitments

Sexual assault trial of Tri-City piano teacher set for summer, fall

“What this does allow is to take our highly trained and skilled EAs and to have them work with those who need them the most.”

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The new job would require a year of post secondary education, with instruction in a wide range of fields, such as early childhood education, residential care or health care worker. EAs are required to have a two-year education assistant certificate. There are no plans to stop hiring EAs, according to Manhas, who said, after hiring for full-time EA positions, the district still needs casuals to fill in when someone is sick, a shortage that is a province-wide problem. The new workers would fill in the gaps, he said, with up to 20 hirings planned this spring and a review of the job classification in six months. “There are different levels of need for students and students can benefit from a different tier of support,” he said. “This classification in no way is intended to diminish or minimize the vital role of EAs,” he said. “We value our EAs, we think our EAs are outstanding and they are essential in to our students. “We had an orientation where we just brought on 17 more. We’re not going to stop. What this does allow us is to take our highly trained and skilled EAs and to have them work with those who need them the most.”

Randy Manhas SD43 executive director of human resources

Manhas said the new workers would help less challenging students, such as those with mild behaviour issues, anxiety, self-regulation, delayed language or speech articulation. Their job would include helping children with social interactions, for example, or small tasks such as hand washing for the younger children and other tasks to help them gain independence, Manhas said. They could also help students working with modified materials or instruction under direction of a teacher. Supporting students with mild learning challenges would free up EAs to work with students with more complex needs, such as those with high dependency for eating, toileting, dressing, mobility, significant behaviour or mental health issues, as well as students with autism or other diagnoses who

need more adapted instruction and materials, Manhas said. But as the district seeks ways to bolster learning support services for kids, the union fears that the new job classification prioritizes less qualified, and lower paid workers over EAs, and work EAs usually do would be done by the new staff. “[The district says] they’ll only look after certain kids… I don’t think they can commit to it,” said Ginter who added that he expects there will be times when the new learning inclusion support worker will be expected to fill in for an EA. Instead, Ginter would like the district to establish a casual relief team of EAs who would fill in as needed instead of starting a new work classification. He argues the district should make the job of EA more attractive so they

stay with the district, such as increasing the hours to 35 from 30 so EAs qualify for benefits. Ginter said he would also like to see the province standardize pay and qualifications for EAs so districts can’t poach from one another, an initiative currently being promoted by CUPE with the current NDP government. Manhas, meanwhile, said he hopes EAs, teachers and parents embrace the new workers because it will mean more resources in the classroom. The district currently has 489 EAs, up from 200 in 2010/’11. The rate of pay for the new post is still being determined by a joint union and management committee, and will be finalized in six months after a review, but it will be less than the advertised $27 an hour rate for casual EAs.

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12-day trail will begin in late July & wrap up in October JanIS CLEUgH jcleugh@tricitynews.com

A 12-day trial has been set for this summer and fall for a Coquitlam piano teacher charged with sex-related crimes against some of his students. Dmytro Kubyshkin will have two pretrial conferences in Port Coquitlam provincial court March 8 and June 21 before the proceedings begin. Last Wednesday, a judge set the trial dates as: July 29, 30 and 31, Aug. 1, Sept. 23 to 26, Sept. 30, and Oct. 1 to 3. Kubyshkin is accused of 15 offences against 11 individuals: nine charges of sexual assault, four counts of touching for a sexual purpose and two invitations to persons under the ages of 14 and 16 to touch him. The crimes, which have not been proven in court, are alleged to have happened between 1998 and 2016 in Coquitlam, Richmond, Surrey and Delta — some of them in the music students’ homes, Coquitlam RCMP said. The identity of the victims is

DMYTRO KUBYSHKIN

protected under a court order; a publication ban is also in effect. A piano teacher for more than 20 years, Kubyshkin ran DM Piano School with another piano instructor, teaching around Metro Vancouver. The native of the Ukraine is under a number of courtordered conditions, including that he not be alone with, or teach piano to, minors; and his current students must also be made aware of his charges. Meanwhile, Coquitlam RCMP continues to appeal for other potential victims to come forward. Anyone with information can call the detachment at 604-945-1550 and ask for the investigative support team (file #2018-1860).

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C L I M AT E C H A N G E S E R I E S : PA R T 1 C I v I C G o v.

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More frequent and intense weather events are in the forecast over the next 50 years, with Metro Vancouver projections estimating average precipitation will rise 5% by 2050 and 11% by 2080. Those increases may seem modest but they are compounded by the fact that most of the annual rainfall is expected to occur over a shorter period of time. The fall will continue to have the wettest months, with an 11% increase in rain by 2050 and a 20% increase by 2080, while “winter and spring precipitation will both increase as well,” the report states. However, summers will be significantly drier, with average rainfall dropping 19% by 2050 and 29% by 2080. That means wetter weather will be more concentrated in a smaller number of months, said Forrest Smith, Port Coquitlam’s director of engineering and public works, “condensing the annual precipitation into numerous short, well-defined events.” In a region where rainfall is intensifying, Smith said permeable surfaces and detention ponds will be important for controlling runoff. Holding back water and allowing it to slowly dissipate is key to preventing floods and erosion while minimizing the impact

“We are talking billions of dollars as a result of the increased flood risk. It has changed so profoundly.”

Alex Boston

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on storm systems. Natural assets will also have to be utilized to control surges in precipitation. For example, Port Moody recently made changes to its zoning bylaw restricting the amount of non-permeable surface (pavement) dedicated for driveways and off-street parking to no more than 50% of a detached residential front yard. The goal of the change is to expand the amount of natural surfaces that can be used to absorb water.

“Actions as simple as increasing the amount of topsoil and landscaping on a property instead of installing pavement, if done by many properties, can help defer upgrades to our overall storm sewer system,” said Jeff Moi, Port Moody’s general manager of engineering and operations. But not all of the increased water can be absorbed with landscaping. The increase in rain expected by 2050 will require

CLIMATE CHANGE SERIES PART 2

Next week: How climate change will impact land use in the Tri-Cities. larger storm sewers and expanded rain run-off infrastructure, said Dana Soong, Coquitlam’s manager of utility programs. (A small adjustment in pipe size can add significant capacity; for example, Soong said a pipe with a 450mm diameter can accommodate 65% more water than a 375-mm pipe). And adapting infrastructure to the new weather patterns will not be cheap. Improved flood protection alone is expected to cost the region $9.5 billion, according to a 2012 provincial estimate outlined in a report titled Cost of Adaptation: Sea Dikes and

Alternative Strategies. While determining the financial impact on a cityto-city basis can be difficult because each municipality has its own needs, a 2017 report on national infrastructure commissioned by the federal government said municipalities will have to dedicate larger portions of their budgets “for capital and operations work related to climate change.” SFU’s Boston said the costs will be staggering. “We are talking literally billions of dollars as a result of the increased flood risk,” he said. “It has changed so profoundly.”

More than 140 residents and business owners in Port Coquitlam signed up last month to be on the new mayor’s citizen advisory roundtable. And last week, Mayor Brad West announced the 17 candidates selected to have a voice at the table. The volunteers, who will meet with West and city staff up to four times a year to talk about city policy, projects and other topics, have a range of backgrounds. They are: Miko Anderson, Tracy London, Courtney Catterall, Nicole Owen, You-Ching Cheng, Paige Petriw, Janine Davies, Andrew Richards, James Filippelli, Royce Shook, Jeremy Freeman, Sean Walker, Joshua Gair, Kate Woochuk, Judy Kuse, Brian Wormold and Nick Young. Their appointments replace the citizen advisor positions on council committees, which have since been abolished. Last fall, West handed each city councillor a specific community portfolio to work on.

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While Riverside secondary ramps it up this week with its musical romp of Newsies, another high school on the other side of Port Coquitlam is taking a different tack for its theatre presentation. Ten students at Archbishop Carney regional secondary are cast in the whodunnit Clue, a comedy based on the Hasbro board game of the same name as well as the 1985 film starring Tim Curry. And, like Newsies, the school version of the show was recently released for amateur licensing rights. The story of Clue follows six strangers invited to a dinner party at Hill House, located in New England. There, they are met by Wadsworth, a butler who gives the guests a nickname as they enter the home of Mr. Boddy: Miss Scarlet, Mrs. Peacock, Mrs. White, Col. Mustard, Professor Plum and Mr. Green. Wadsworth is the one who drives the narrative, said fine arts department head Charles Harris, and for the play, he is portrayed by Brett Wittal, who took on Jack Scott in last year’s High School Musical. Natalie Warner, also in Grade 12, relishes her role as see

six strangers, page 25

Riverside ‘seizes the day’ with Disney production janis cleugh jcleugh@tricitynews.com

Natalie Warner, Tony Kooliyath, Rebecca Prinster, Brett Wittal and Molly Symington are cast as Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Miss Scarlett, Wadsworth and Mrs. Peacock in Clue, a play produced by Archbishop Carney regional secondary. janis cleugh/the tri-city news

It was the first time River’s Edge Theatre allowed musical theatre students to pick the show. Drama teacher Nicole Roberge and musical director Glenda Ottens were hesitant at first, unsure what the Riverside secondary teens would bring back to them. But when they suggested the Port Coquitlam high school present Newsies — a story based on the 1899 newspaper carriers’ strike in New York City that established children’s labour laws in the U.S. — Roberge and Ottens were on board. After all, the musical would be a first for School District 43, Roberge said, and it would feature a large cast — with enough parts to accommodate everyone in the class.

For the main roles, Roberge and Ottens selected Logan Willis and Javid Nouripour (who was in Romeo and Juliet in last year’s Summer Teen Theatre Troupe at Place des Arts) to double as the hero Jack Kelly, a newspaper delivery boy. He dreams to escape the Big Apple for the warmer weather down south. And for the character of Katherine Plumber, the reporter who breaks the story about how the newsies are treated, the teachers chose Kirsten Clark and Brielle Chan. The production “is very upbeat and has a large ensemble,” said Clark, 17, who was in the ensemble for last year’s school version of Rent. “We love it because it’s very family friendly,” added Willis, 17, who also graduates this year and played Roger in Rent. Staged managed by Jenna Traub, Newsies also puts the students dancing skills to the test. see

newsies, page 27

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They are known for such rock anthems as Juke Box Hero, Cold As Ice and Waiting For A Girl Like You. But, on Saturday night, Foreigner will be on stage at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver in Coquitlam to perform their number 1 smash hit, I Want To Know What Love Is, with a Coquitlam high school choir. The American band that shot to fame in the 1980s — currently made up Mick Jones, Kelly Hansen, Jeff Pilson, Tom Gimbel, Mike Bluestein, Bruce Watson and Chris Frazier — recently tapped the vocal jazz ensemble at Dr. Charles Best secondary to help sing the tune. Teacher Brent Hughes said the invite came after a parent of a Best student who works at Hard Rock contacted him to see if his 24-member group

Foreigner plays the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver in Coquitlam on Feb. 22 with the Show Stoppers Choir of Richmond and, on Feb. 23, with Dr. Charles Best’s choir. submitted PHOtO

would be interested in singing the backup to the ballad. Since then, the ensemble has been practising the harmonies on their own and watching YouTube videos of other choirs who have sung with Foreigner; Best will join the band Feb. 23 without any rehearsal, Hughes said. Speaking from Las Vegas last week, band marketer

John Lappen said Foreigner often asks local vocal groups to help them sing the song while it’s on tour (for the Feb. 22 show at Hard Rock, the Show Stoppers Choir from Richmond takes the stage). In exchange, Foreigner donates $500 to their choir, and funds raised from CD sales the choirs sell at the concert support The Grammy Foundation

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Mrs. White — the femme fatale who may or may not have killed her five exhusbands. “It’s the thrill of the murder that she likes,” said Warner, a former Mellado Dance Elite student who has been part of every Carney production since Grade 9. Molly Symington, Grade 11, auditioned for the role of Mrs. Peacock, the church-going wife of a senator. “She’s very preppy but very over the top. It’s a lot of fun to be her,” Symington said. Tony Kooliyath also won the part he auditioned for: Mr. Green, a timid klutz but a rule follower. “He’s a very intriguing person,” said the 17-year-old teen, without revealing any more character details. For Rebecca Pinster,

she’s stepping out of her comfort zone to portray Miss Scarlett in the extracurricular production; it’ll be her first time in a major Carney show and “we’re having such a good time putting it together. It’s quirky and weird and, like us, you’ll definitely laugh through the entire play.” Also cast are: Conor Devine as Prof. Plum; Jane Halliday as Yvette; Richard McLeod as Col. Mustard; and Bennett Renaud and Sara Van Gaalen in the ensemble; Kimberly Warner is a stage manager. • Tickets for Clue On Stage: High School Edition — a presentation of Archbishop Carney Theatre — are $15 via brownpapertickets.com or email tickets@acrss.org. It runs at 7 p.m. the Terry Fox Theatre (1260 Riverwood Gate, Port Coquitlam) on Feb. 28, and March 1 and 2.

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There are a lot of large dance numbers, said Roberge who choreographed the routines. “It’s very high energy.” An adaptation of the 1992 Disney film, the school edition includes a Tony-award win-

ning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman — with seven new songs for the stage version; however, the film tunes Carrying the Banner, King of New York, Santa Fe and Seize the Day remain. Last year, to mark the release of Newsies for amateur

licensing, Playbill partnered with the Disney Theatrical Group and Music Theatre International for a Seize the Day Challenge, a community service campaign. Roberge said her students are embracing the Seize the Day mantra, too, for their production.

• Newsies runs Feb. 21, 22 and 23, and Feb. 28 and 28 and March 1 at Riverside secondary school (2215 Reeve St., Port Coquitlam) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance via brownpapertickets.com or $12 at the door on show night. Call 604-941-6053.

Four Tri-City residents are part of the next musical at Capilano University. Gleneagle secondary graduate Devon Findley stars in 9 to 5 as Dwayne Rhodes, the husband to Doralee; Coquitlam residents Claire Lundin and Tiana Pazdirek are in the ensemble while Gillian Lee is the assistant stage manager. Tickets to the show, which runs March 14 to 23 at The Blueshore Financial Centre for the Performing Arts at Cap U (2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver), are $10/$15/$24. Visit tickets.capilanou.ca.

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Sereana Malani, who grew up in Coquitlam, is featured in the next Gateway Theatre production, Gross Misconduct. The play about revenge and redemption runs at the Richmond venue (6500

Gilbert Rd.) from March 14 to 23. For tickets at $29, visit gatewaytheatre.com.

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An eco-sculpture built two years ago for Canada 150 will be planted this spring at Coquitlam Town Centre Park. The living public artwork was constructed by two city gardeners as the B.C. entry to the MosaiCanada 150/ Gatineau 2017 horticultural event. Kathy Reinheimer, Coquitlam’s parks manager, said the piece — resembling Bill Reid’s killer whale statue, Chief of the Undersea World, which is on display at the Vancouver Aquarium — was returned home last fall. It will go into the ground, on the west side of Lafarge Lake, with santolina, she said.

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LIBRARIES & LITERACY

Pro-D movies, VR, trivia & much more This feature, written by librarians with Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam, is published each Thursday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries.

COQUITLAM

• Experience virtual reality: Adults and teens aged 13 and up, immerse yourself in the world of VR tomorrow (Feb. 22), 2 to 4 p.m. in the Innovation Hub at the City Centre branch. Drop in anytime during the open house. Each session is approximately 15 minutes. Waiver forms must be signed before participating. • TOMORROW — Pro-D day movie: Incredibles 2: Take a break Feb. 22 and watch the Incredibles battle a mindcontrol menace known as Screenslaver in Disney/Pixar’s Incredibles 2 (127 minutes, rated PG). The movie will screen from 1:30 to 3:40 p.m. at both the Poirier and City Centre branches. Registration not required — just drop in. • Friends of CPL shred-athon: Come to the Friends’ first ever shred-a-thon event and get started early on spring cleaning. Securely shred your confidential documents with bonded professionals Saturday, Feb. 23, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Poirier branch. Limit of four 100-lb. banker boxes per person/family; no metals, plastics, photographs or negatives. Admission to this event is by donation; suggested minimum is $5 per banker box. All proceeds benefit the library. This event is sponsored by Green Machine Shredding. • Trivia Night 2019: It’s a pirate party! Come dressed like a pirate for this event, which will feature a no-host bar and snacks and refreshments as well as prizes, raffles and bragging rights. This event is set for April 12 at the Poirier branch, starting at 7 p.m. and proceeds will benefit tech for families. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the library. For more info, call 604-937-4130 or email friendsofcpl@coqlibrary.ca. Info: www.coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.

PORT MOODY

• Pyjama storytime: All ages are welcome to put on their PJs and cuddle up for this cozy storytime on Feb. 26 from 6 to 6:30 p.m. in the library’s children’s area. Librarians will have fun songs and stories, with some soothing lullabies to get you ready for bed. Drop-in, no registration required.

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Home designer, Joanna Gaines helps you create a home that is a reflection of you and what you love in Homebody: A Guide to Creating Spaces You Never Want to Leave. Known for her simplistic home style and the wildly popular HGTV show Fixer Upper, Gaines has made a career of helping design homes that tell the story of who you are. The book is simple and practical. She gives brief descriptions of home styles that include farmhouse, modern, rustic, traditional and boho. A chapter is devoted to each room in the house she has chosen to highlight. Gaines lists what to consider in each room, commenting on design, paint and finishes. The final chapter is dedicated to troubleshooting your designs, complete with templates. Find Homebody and other fabulous home decorating books at your local library.

Your Dragon (98 minutes, rated G). Showtime is at 2 p.m., doors will open at 1:30 p.m. No registration required but seating is first come, first served. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver. Info: library.portmoody.ca or 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.

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• Health Matters: Osteoporosis: In this workshop Feb. 27 from 7 to 8 p.m., Fatma Taha will talk about why women have higher risk than men; how risk factors differ for individuals under age 50 and those over age 50; how to reduce your risk of developing osteoporosis even if you have a family history; and other topics. Call 604-469-4577 to register. • First Nations 101: On Feb. 28 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Inlet Theatre, author Lynda Gray, member of the Ts’msyen Nation (Gisbutwada/ Killerwhale Clan), will present from her book First Nations 101: Tons of Stuff You Need to Know About First Nations People. From language to treaties and beyond, Gray will provide insight into the diverse and complex lives of First Nations people. Copies of First Nations 101 will be available for purchase from the author. Call 604-469-4577 to register. • TOMORROW — Pro-D day movie: Feb. 22, enjoy a free screening of How to Train

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• TOMORROW — Pro-D day movie matinee: Looking for something to do on the next pro-D day? Head to Terry Fox Library for a movie matinee showing of the animated film Storks Feb. 22, 2 to 3:30 p.m. — drop-in. • Movie night: Drop in to Terry Fox Library for a free movie and popcorn Monday, Feb. 25 as librarians will be screening an assortment of highly rated films from 6 to 8 p.m. • Immigrant Pathways: Find out the latest information about immigration options for work permit holders and international students. Topics include application requirements, express entry and the B.C.’s Provincial Nominee Program. There will be a question and answer session at the end for participants. This program is presented by SUCCESS March 2, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To register, call SUCCESS at 604-468-6069 or 604-4686022, or email bcsis@success. bc.ca. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca, the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page or 604-927-7999. Terry Fox Library is located 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo.

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The DreamWorks Animation flick How To Train Your Dragon rolls for Pro-D Day, at 2 p.m. in the Inlet Theatre (inside Port Moody city hall, 100 Newport Dr.). No cost for admission and kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Visit library. portmoody.ca. Meanwhile, the Coquitlam Public Library rolls the Disney/Pixar show Incredibles 2 at both library branches at 1:30 p.m. Visit coqlibrary.ca.

PRO-D FILMS

Friday

PIANO TALENT

Young pianists tickle the ivories at Trinity United Church (2211 Prairie Ave., Port Coquitlam) in the second week of the CDMF Performing Arts Festival piano division. The contest continues Saturday and Sunday. Visit cdmffestival.ca.

LIVE MUSIC

Musician Tony Prophet takes to the Crossroads Coffeehouse stage, in the Gathering Place at Leigh Square Community Arts Village (beside Port Coquitlam city hall), for a show to benefit the Crossroads Hospice Society. The event runs from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Visit crossroadshospicesociety.com.

CITY HALL TOUR

Take a walk through Port Coquitlam city hall during Heritage Week, Feb. 18 to 24, with members of PoCo Heritage. The free one-hour tours start at 11 a.m. and at 1 p.m. Visit pocoheritage.org.

HISTORICAL HOME

Spend Pro-D Day with the kids by talking about Coquitlam’s roots, which date back to the early 20th century and the opening of Fraser Mills. Tour Mackin House — a home once used by senior mill staff — and make a craft; light refreshments will be served. Tours run at the house (1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam) from 1 to 3 p.m.

MUSICAL THEATRE

The Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble, under artistic director David Branter, plays revolutionary songs at the Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam on Saturday. photo submitted

Check out the talent with Moving Mirror Productions, which hosts a fundraiser at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) at 7 p.m. that includes a sneak peek of the company’s upcoming presentation of Mary Poppins Jr.

Tickets are $20/$30. Visit evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

NEWSIES

Theatre students at Riverside secondary (2215 Reeve St., Port Coquitlam) — under the direction of Nicole Roberge and Glenda Ottens — show the Disney production of Newsies tonight and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 via brownpapertickets. com (River’s Edge Newsies) or $12 at the door on show night. Call 604-941-6053.

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Port Coquitlam comedian Ed Hill — a Pinetree secondary graduate — records four shows tonight and Saturday at the Havana Theatre (1212 Commercial Dr., Vancouver) for his third album, Son of Smiley. For tickets to the tapings at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. each night, visit kingedhill.com.

Saturday

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Slip on your gloves and boots for the last invasive plant pull of the month at the Noons Creek hatchery (behind the Port Moody recreation complex, 300 Ioco Rd.). Meet members of the Port Moody Ecological Society at the hatchery at 9 a.m. To volunteer, call 604-469-9106. Visit noonscreek.org. see

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Volunteer with the Burke Mountain Naturalists, who from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. will clean nest boxes in Widgeon Reserve Park. Meet at the Quarry Road parking lot of Minnekhada regional park. Call 604-937-5379 or email burkemtnnats@gmail.com.

shREd it

Take your unwanted documents to the Poirier branch of the Coquitlam Public Library (575 Poirier St.) to be shredded in a fundraiser for the Friends of the Coquitlam Public Library. The event with Green Machine Shredding runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Minimum donation is $5. Visit coqlibrary.ca.

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The PoCo Heritage Society leads a walking tour through downtown Port Coquitlam as part of Heritage Week. Meet

at the museum (150-2248 McAllister Ave.) at 1 p.m. for the free spin around town. Visit pocoheritage.org.

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Grab a seat at the Inlet Theatre (inside Port Moody city hall, 100 Newport Dr.) and watch daredevils climb big hills and overcome the odds, at the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival. It opens at 2 p.m. with the Best of: Mountain Sports series followed by Mind vs Mountain at 7:30 p.m. The fest continues Sunday with Best of: Adventure at 2 p.m. and Himalayan Show at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, visit vimff.org.

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Wild Blue Herons — aka Darlene Ketchum, Bill Sample and Steve Hilliam — give a nod to the music of Nancy Wilson in a show at the Gallery Bistro (2411 Clarke St., Port Moody) at 8 p.m. For tickets, call 604-937-0998 or visit gallerybistroportmoody.com.

Winds oF ChAngE

Music director David Branter leads the 45-member Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) through a program commemorating revolutionary and social change. The concert at 8 p.m. includes pieces from Dmitri Shostakovich, William Schuman, Mark Camphouse and Eric Whitacre. Call 604927-6555 or visit evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

Sunday

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Hammer a spike, make a conductor’s hat and enjoy the tunes from musician Nigel Tucker at a Heritage Week event at the Port Moody Station Museum (2734 Murray St.) from noon to 4 p.m. No cost for admission. Visit portmoodymuseum.org.

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Metamorphosis is the show title for the World of Puppets, an Icelandic theatre company that will be at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) at 3 p.m. The event is part of the venue’s Family Series. Call 604-9276555 or visit evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

Council Meeting

When: Tuesday, February 26, 2019

Where: Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody, B.C. Times: Regular Council Meeting, 7pm Webcast is available by noon on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at portmoody.ca/video We live stream our Council meetings online at portmoody.ca/watchlive.

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TRI-CITIES SPOTLIGHT n o ta b l e s

Lottery winners

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Giovannetti-King, executive director of the Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation, accepted $22,792 from Shoppers Drug Mart and its TriCity stores. The money came in as part of the Growing Women’s health campaign.

➋ Port Moody pianist Marina Heisel notched up top marks from Conservatory Canada. The Grade 9 student at Heritage Woods secondary received three medals of excellence.

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will get $1,000 a week for the next 25 years after scratching a winning lottery ticket. Erich Schmidt and his wife bought the lucky Set for Life Scratch & Win at the Willowbrook Mall.

➍ The Ballard siblings

produced their annual Christmas variety show in December, with proceeds for the Union Gospel Mission and First United Church. The Tri-City family also works at Coquitlam’s Lindbjerg Academy of the Performing Arts.

➎ Port Coquitlam’s

Royal Purple Lodge branch spread more than $14,000 to nonprofit groups last month. Mayor Brad West attended the donation night that saw funds go to the PoCo May Day committee, Tri-City Transitions and Maura Fitzgerald (pictured with RP’s Sally Hurst) from Children of the Street Society.

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The Access Youth Outreach Services Society has a new program director. Mark Lindsay joined the Coquitlam-based non-profit group last month after six years as a branch manager in the finance industry. He founded the Alley Outreach Project in Vancouver, educating youth about the risk of addiction. “This first hand knowledge of the barriers and challenges faced by today’s at risk youth led me into frontline work as a youth empowerment worker and ultimately to my new home at Access,” Lindsay said in a news release. Lindsay replaces Hannah Metcalfe at the organization.

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The Coquitlam-based Children of the Street Society recently took in $10,900 from Avison Young’s commercial real estate office in Vancouver. The money came in from the employees and the company topped it up with a $4,000 corporate gift during the staff’s charity fundraising drive in December. Since the office started their campaign four years ago, the Austin Avenue society has gained nearly $30,000 from Avison Young for its school workshops around B.C. that are aimed to stop the sexual exploitation of teens and human trafficking. The society is led by former SD43 trustee Diane Sowden.

lInens For shelters

Ten inmates in custody at the North Fraser Pretrial Centre in Port Coquitlam spent November and December organizing linens to help the homeless at local shelters stay warm. NFPC correctional officer Starr Harvey and instructor Gavin Sawle partnered with local suppliers to collect 3,200 kg of used blankets, sheets and towels to donate to charities; those materials would have ended up in landfills but instead were used to make about 2,500 bed rolls. The inmates also learned to work as a team and develop skills in light warehousing, stock-checking, shipping and receiving, according to a ministry news release. For more photos follow us on Instagram #tricitynews

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FRIDAY, FEB. 22 • Heritage Week PoCo city hall tours; meet at PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives, walk to City Hall together at 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. Learn more about the city’s heritage and the threads that bind it together.

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• Friends of Coquitlam Public library shred-a-thon, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., CPL’s Poirier branch, 575 Poirier St. Secure shredding by donation; limit of four 100-lb. banker boxes per family; no metals, plastics, photographs or negatives. All proceeds to CPL.

SATURDAY, FEB. 23 • Heritage Week downtown PoCo walking tour, 1-2:30 p.m., meet at PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives; learn more about this city’s heritage, how it grew to be what it is today and the threads that bind it together. • Port Moody Ecological Society needs volunteers to assist with the removal of invasive plant species every Saturday in February, 9-11 a.m. Volunteers will get outside and become familiar with the work the society does. Dress appropriately for weather; training, tools, coffee and snacks provided. Email or call to register: portmoodyecologicalsociety@hotmail.com or 604-469-9106 (leave a message).

MONDAY, FEB. 25 • Heritage Writers’ Group,

10:30 a.m.-noon, PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives. Start capturing your life story for family and posterity; no preparation required – just bring a pen and paper, or your laptop.

TUESDAY, FEB. 26 • Tri-City Photo Club meets, 7:30 p.m., in the Drama Room at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., PoMo. Guests always welcome. Info on scheduled activities: www. tricityphotoclub.ca/20182019-meetings. • Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets, noon-4 p.m.,

Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 27 • Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club hosts a stamp game – visitors welcome; swap and shop starts at 6 p.m., the game after 7 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion, North View Room, 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca or 604-941-9306.

SATURDAY, MARCH 2 • Talitha KoumSet Her Free gala fundraiser, 6:15-10 p.m., St. Clare of Assisi Church, 2888

Delahaye Dr., Coquitlam; featured performers: coloratura soprano Michelle Koebke of Surrey, who is often a featured singer with City Opera Vancouver; Sylvia Maltby, a popular piano instructor at the Port Moody Arts Centre, will play piano; violinist Pavel Chirac, concertmaster for Burnaby Symphony, Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra and Okanagan Symphony Orchestra. Tickets: $70 per person via talithakoumsociety.org • An Evening in Paris dinner and dance fundraiser for Dr. Charles Best secondary school grad, to be held at the school 2525 Como Lake Ave., Coquitlam. Tickets: sd43.schoolcashonline.com. Info: bestgrad2020@gmail.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 5 • Have you considered becoming a foster parent? There are children and youth in the Tri-Cities who require skilled, caring foster parents. To learn more, the Ministry of Children and Family Development invites you to attend an information session, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 200-906

Roderick Ave., Coquitlam. Info: call North Fraser Recruitment Team, 604-764-8098.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6 • Writers in our Midst, 7:30 p.m., The Gallery Bistro, 2411 Clarke St., Port Moody. If you would like to read, send us samples of your work with a short bio to be considered. Note: Submissions aren’t considered complete unless it contains writing samples and your bio, received by the deadline of February 15 to bistroreadings@gmail.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 12 • Tri-City Photo Club meets, 7:30 p.m., in the Drama Room at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., PoMo. Guests always welcome. Info on scheduled activities: www.tricityphotoclub.ca/2018-2019-meetings.

SENIORS • Dogwood Songsters Choir (age 50 plus) practises every Monday, 9:15 a.m.-noon, Dogwood Pavilion; it also entertains in retirement residences once a week and is dedicated

to sharing the joy of singing in the community. New members are accepted in January and September. Info: 778-941-0788. • HEAR Branch of the Canadian Hard of Hearing Association meets third Monday of each month (September–June), 1-3 p.m., at Dogwood Pavilion, 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam. HEAR is a support group dedicated to improving the communication skills and quality of life for the hearing impaired. Sessions include guest speakers and group discussions. All are welcome to attend the free sessions. Come to a meeting before purchasing a hearing aid for insight and consumer information. Info: Anna, 604-939-0327. • The Club Port Moody, a gathering place for those over 50 at 101 Noons Creek Dr., hosts a number of regular events, including: crocinole, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.; knitting, Tuesdays, 1-2:30 p.m.; cribbage, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon; ukelele group, Wednesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Info: theclubportmoody.com. see next page

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FREE PHOTO WORKSHOP SATURDAY FEB 23, 1-4 pm

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Join Evann Siebens, the artist designing Port Coquitlam’s 2019 street banners

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Cocktail Reception @ 6pm Formal Program @ 7pm

Dinner, Cirque Entertainment Dancing, Auctions, Prizing

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Get expert advice on your digital photo of Port Coquitlam from multi-media artist Evann Siebens.

Plan to attend the 2019 street banner launch:

Your workshop project will be featured in an online gallery and voted on by the public, with prizes for the top three selections. Open to all ages.

May 11, 3 pm Outdoor Performance Stage in Leigh Square

RSVP REQUIRED. BRING A DIGITAL CAMERA OR PHONE, OR EXISTING DIGITAL PHOTO OF POCO

To purchase tickets or become a sponsor check out the event page at crccs.ca

Info or RSVP by Feb. 22: arts@portcoquitlam.ca

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• Bingo at Dogwood Pavilion, 12:45 p.m., every Friday (except holidays and in July and August). Info: 604-927-6098. • 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 604-927-6098. • 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: Kim Bortolin, 604-927-6093. • 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

DOGWOOD DRAMA CLUB

• 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: Darlene, 604-937-3536. advocacy group devoted to seniors’ concerns. Seniors’ organizations and others interested in joining, call Ernie, 604-5769734, 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 604-298-0780. • Glen Pine 50Plus group plays bridge Mondays, 12:453:30 p.m., Tuesdays, 9:30-11:45 a.m. at Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604927-6940. • Caregiver support group meets second and fourth Friday of each month, Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St.,

Coquitlam, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: 604-933-6098. • 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 onehour presentations to seniors groups of 10 or more. Info: 604437-1940 or ceas@telus.net.

ONGOING • St. John Ambulance volunteer medical first responders meetings held every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Tri-Cities branch, 2338 Clarke St., Port Moody. New members welcome to attend. Info: 604-931-3426 or www.sja.ca/bc. • St. John Ambulance volunteer youth cadets meetings, for

people ages 6 to 21, held every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Tri-Cities branch, 2338 Clarke St., Port Moody. New members welcome to attend. Info: 604931-3426 or www.sja.ca/bc. • Weekly thrift sales, Wednesday, noon-9 p.m.; Thursdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Trinity United church, corner of Shaughnessy Street and Prairie Avenue, PoCo. Info: 604-942-0022. • Sea Cadets for youth aged 12 to 18 years old meets at the Old Mill Boathouse at Rocky Point Park (Port Moody) on Wednesdays, from 6:30 to 9:15 p.m. For information visit www. regions.cadets.forces.gc.ca/ pac/201sea/ or contact Lt(N) Shannon McGee at co.201sea@ cadets.net or call 604-939-0301. • Tri-City Transitions offers free ongoing counselling services on weekdays for women who have experienced abuse/ violence in their relationships or childhood abuse, sexual assault or childhood sexual abuse. Info: 604-941-7111, Ext. 103. Call 604-941-7111 ext. 112. • Free ESL classes for new immigrants are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon, provided as a free community service project by missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3345 Robson Dr., Coquitlam. Info: in Korean, 604-552-2305; Chinese, 604944-7245; other, 604-468-8938; also: www.english4free.net.

Check out online calendar The Tri-City News’ online calendar is packed full of local community events — and you can add yours, too. Go to the calendar directly at tricitynews.com/community/submit-an-event. Or go to tricitynews.com and scroll down, looking for the box you see above here on the right side of your web browser. As always, to add items to The Tri-City News’ printed Community Calendar, email details to newsroom@tricitynews.com. To see all items currently in the online calendar, please visit tricitynews.com/community/events-calendar.

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says when schools adopt RAC, there is less bullying because students learn the benefits of positive feedback. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want a chain reaction,â&#x20AC;? said PoMo secondary student Kai Ramsay, â&#x20AC;&#x153;If someone does RAC, another person does it and it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop.â&#x20AC;? Student Debanhi Herrera Lira said getting involved in RAC at middle school helped her deal with anxiety and make new friends while Roxanna Ferdowsi said even at high school RAC pays off. When the students hand out candy or put thoughtful messages on lockers, students respond positively, although some are initially skeptical, and even teachers are pleased. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Soon, the whole world is happy,â&#x20AC;? Ferdowsi said. â&#x20AC;˘ For more information, visit www.realactsofcaring.org.

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Coq. targets residents, visitors with site Activities, attractions highlighted in new city tourism website GRanT GRanGeR ggranger@tricitynews.com

The first people Coquitlam’s brand new tourism website is trying to attract to Coquitlam live in Coquitlam. The city launched a standalone site (visitcoquitlam.ca) this month so those wanting to know what to do, what events are happening and where to eat and drink don’t have to go

A screengrab from visitcoquitlam.ca.

searching through the city’s website. Fun is in Our Nature is

the slogan that highlights the home page, with a subheadline saying “Here in

Coquitlam, adventure doesn’t mean getting out of town… it means staying right where you are.” That second slogan, however, is aimed at regional residents with easy access via SkyTrain as much as it is those who live in Coquitlam, said Eric Kalnins, the city’s tourism manager. Kalnins said the city wanted to promote and showcase Coquitlam to both residents and visitors, especially those coming to participate in tournaments or other events who might want to find something to do in their down time. Most

surfers of the city’s website, he said, are seeking information on street closures, swimming lessons and garbage pickup, not tourist-type info. He wanted the website to be bright, image rich, lots of content, and blogs and it would change with the seasons. “I wanted a way to help promote festivals and events that come here,” said Kalnins. “This lets me be more creative and gives us an opportunity to showcase Coquitlam. “There’s much more to it than being a regular suburb.” For instance, he said, there are more than 300 places to

eat, with at interesting selection of ethnic eateries such as those serving Korean and Persian food. Hiking and biking maps are also available, as are arts and theatre listings, and recreational activities opportunities. The website was launched as part of a five-year tourism strategy the city developed in 2015. To celebrate the new site, Tourism Coquitlam is holding a contest for the public to submit their favourite places to find fun in Coquitlam. For a chance to enter, follow Visit Coquitlam on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City of Coquitlam will be holding a Public Hearing to receive representations from all persons who deem it in their interest to address Council regarding the following proposed bylaws. This meeting will be held on: Date: Time: Location:

Monday, March 4, 2019 7:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 7N2

Immediately following the adjournment of the Public Hearing, Council will convene a Regular Council Meeting during which it will give consideration to the items on the Public Hearing agenda.

Item 1

Addresses: 231 and 233 Lebleu Street

Item 2

Addresses: 1175 Pinetree Way and 3022 Glen Drive

The intent of Bylaw No. 4939, 2019 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 to rezone the subject properties outlined in black on the map marked Schedule ‘A’ to Bylaw No. 4939, 2019 from RT-1 TwoFamily Residential to RT-3 Triplex and Quadruplex Residential.

The intent of Bylaw No. 4951, 2019 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 to rezone the subject properties outlined in black on the map marked Schedule ‘A’ to Bylaw No. 4951, 2019 from C-4 City Centre Commercial and RS-1 One-Family Residential to CD11 Comprehensive Development Zone.

If approved, the application would facilitate the consolidation of the subject properties, the demolition of the existing dwelling and the construction of a quadruplex comprised of four detached dwellings.

If approved, the application would facilitate the construction of a mixed-use development containing three towers (49 storeys, 45 storeys and 25 storeys). The proposed development will include 705 market condominium units, 186 market rental units, a daycare, retail and office space.

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PA R E N T S & C H I L D R E N

Want a night out? Head for Pinetree Coquitlam parents looking for a Friday night flight from their kids can take advantage of a city program that provides more than just childminding Parents’ Night Out, which has already run for three Friday nights will run for three more. The program lets parents drop their children who are seven to 10 years old at Pinetree Community Centre. For $19.85 plus tax, the kids

will be kept busy playing games, cooking, doing crafts and science experiments in a safe, fun environment supervised by first aid-certified program leaders. A snack is also included. The program will run on March 1, March 15 and April 5 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required. It can be done online at coquitlam.ca/pinetree, by calling 604-927-4386 or in person at any of Coquitlam’s recre-

ation facilities. Pinetree community centre is located at 1260 Pinetree Way, between Douglas College and Pinetree secondary school. It offers a range of activities and programs for preschoolers, children, youths and adults in an accessible, inclusive space. Amenities include a fitness centre/weight room, a spin-cycle studio, multi-purpose rooms, gymnasium space and a youth dropin centre.

DATE: MONDAY, MARCH 4, 2019 TIME: 7:00 P.M. LOCATION: CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 3000 GUILDFORD WAY, COQUITLAM, BC V3B 7N2

Item 3

Text Amendment to Limit the Maximum Permitted Floor Area for Single-Family Homes in Southwest Coquitlam

The intent of Bylaw No. 4955, 2019 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 in order to limit the maximum permitted floor area for single-family homes in the area outlined in black on the map marked Schedule ‘A’ to Bylaw No. 4955, 2019 (Southwest Coquitlam). If approved, the bylaw amendment would limit the size of all new singlefamily homes in Southwest Coquitlam to a maximum of 5,500ft² (511m²). The amendment to place a cap on home sizes is an interim measure that will be reviewed further as part of the City’s Housing Choices Review and Southwest Housing Review in 2019.

How do I find out more information? Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff reports, and any relevant background documentation may be inspected from Tuesday, February 19, 2019 to Monday, March 4, 2019 in person at the Planning and Development Department, Coquitlam City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. You may also obtain further information with regard to the bylaws mentioned above on the City’s website at www.coquitlam.ca/publichearing and by phone at 604-927-3430.

How do I provide input? Verbal submissions may only be made in person at the Public Hearing. The City Clerk’s Office will compile a Speakers List for each item. To have your name added to the Speakers List please call 604-927-3010. Everyone will be permitted to speak at the Public Hearing but those who have registered in advance will be given first opportunity. Please also be advised that video recordings of Public Hearings are streamed live and archived on the City’s website at www.coquitlam.ca/webcasts. Prior to the Public Hearing written comments may be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office in one of the following ways: • • • •

Email: clerks@coquitlam.ca; Regular mail: 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2; In person: City Clerk’s Office, 2nd Floor, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2; Fax: to the City Clerk’s Office at 604-927-3015.

To afford Council an opportunity to review your submission, please ensure that you forward it to the City Clerk’s Office prior to noon on the day of the hearing. Written submissions provided in response to this consultation will become part of the public record which includes the submissions being made available for public inspection at Coquitlam City Hall and on our website at www.coquitlam.ca/agendas. If you require more information regarding this process please call the City Clerk’s Office at 604-927-3010. Please note that Council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested parties concerning any of the bylaws described above after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Jay Gilbert City Clerk

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Homebuyers making sacrifices for down payments Funding a home purchase can be a monumental challenge in pricey Canadian cities such as Metro Vancouver – and for some, it means making significant financial and lifestyle sacrifices. That means cutting back on dining out, travelling, and even saving for retirement, according to a recent survey by Sotheby’s International Realty Canada and Mustel Group. That’s if you can even get started – 37 per cent of Metro Vancouver respondents said that their basic day-to-day living expenses were the primary barrier to building a down payment. For those who are managing to do so, many have to tighten their purse strings elsewhere in order to afford it. The survey of Canadian “modern families” found that the most-often cited sacrifice was reducing or eliminating dining out, with 51 per cent nationally saying they were using this method. This was followed by

reducing or eliminating travel, then nonessential expenses such as new clothing, and then non-essential entertainment or health/fitness expenses.

Vancouverites were willing to do so, and 41 per cent of locals were cutting down on personal expenditure, compared with 45 per cent nationally in both categories.

Across Canada, the fifth most-cited method for building a down payment was to delay saving for retirement, with 20 per cent making this sacrifice – a figure matched in Metro Vancouver.

The survey report said, “Despite housing affordability challenges, young family homeowners in [Metro] Vancouver are less likely to have sacrificed non-essential lifestyle spending in order to save for their down payment than in other Canadian metropolitan areas… [Instead,] Vancouver families are more likely to secure a higher paying job to save for their down payment, at a rate of 21 per cent [compared with 19 per cent nationally].”

NON-ESSENTIAL LIFESTYLE SPENDING However, Metro Vancouverites revealed themselves less inclined to cut back on the finer things in life to save for their down payment – or perhaps less in need of doing so than their counterparts in other Canadian cities. Just 45 per cent of Metro Vancouver respondents said they would reduce or eliminate dining out to save for their down payment, compared with 51 per cent across the country. In terms of cutting travel expenditure, 43 per cent of Metro

The report added, “Vancouver families are the least likely of their urban Canadian counterparts to delay the decision to have a child in order to save for a home, with nine per cent reporting this as a strategy used [compared with 12 per cent across Canada’s urban centres].”

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Beloved Westwood lives on in racers’ hearts Veteran racers still can’t visit their old Coquitlam haunt MARIO BARTEL mbartel@tricitynews.com

Al Ores helped build the sport of car racing in British Columbia. So much so, his efforts are being honoured by the Burnaby Sports Hall of Fame when he’s inducted as a builder on Feb. 28. But the 85-year-old mechanic and racer can’t bring himself to visit the site where most of that building took place. Almost 30 years after it was closed to make way for a golf course and luxury homes, the loss of the Westwood Motorsport Park on Coquitlam’s Westwood Plateau still cuts deeply into the heart of the province’s racing community. “It was something very special,” Ores said of the 2.9 km track that sliced through the woods on the southern flank of Eagle Mountain. Westwood was the first purpose-built permanent road racing course in Canada. It was constructed and operated by the Sports Car Club of British Columbia to support grass roots racing and help develop young racers who were looking to step up from the go-kart track nestled inside the eight-turn circuit. One of its most famous graduates was the late Greg Moore, who worked his way up from the karts at 10 years-old to Formula 1600 and 2000, Indy Lights and then won five races in four seasons in the Champ Car World Series before he was killed in a racing accident in California in 1999. Ray Stec, who served as the president of the SCCBC three times, said while Westwood was geared toward the amateur racing crowd of local hobbyists and weekend warriors, the track’s unique challenges attracted some of the sport’s biggest names, like former Formula 1 world champion Keke Rosberg, Indy 500 winners Bobby Rahal and Danny Sullivan, Daytona 500 champion Bill Elliott, as

Above, racers clash in one of the famous turns at the old Westwood Motorsport Park that was closed in 1990, but not before it attracted a star-studded lineup of amateur racers from across North America, and top professionals from around the world, including Formula ! champions like Mario Andretti and Gilles Villeneuve. CITY OF COQUITLAM ARCHIVES

Left, Former Westwood racer Al Ores shows off the 76 Coldwell D13 he used to race at the Coquitlam track during a reunion of Westwood racers in 2006. CRAIG HODGE/ THE TRI-CITY NEWS FILE

well as Gilles Villeneuve and Michael Andretti in the formative years of their illustrious careers. Even the legendary Stirling Moss visited. “The setting of the track was very technical and quick,” Stec said, recalling the often rainy conditions that made navigating the 15-degree banking of the first corner or the hump halfway along the long backstretch that was known as Deer’s Leap especially precarious and teethclenching. “The luminaries were all impressed with the facility. Nobody had negative comments about it.” Ores said the ability for amateurs to rub shoulders — and paint — with top professional

racers was part of Westwood’s magic. “You were just the average guy talking to these big time racers,” Ores said. The hobbyist nature of the track also made it a family place, where the racers tried to keep their costs down by enlisting family members and friends to work in the pits, count laps, and keep time. Ores said his four kids grew up at the track, helping out by bleeding brakes, or keeping time from the bleachers. All of them went on to take driver’s training at the track and his late son, Mike, raced for a stretch. Some of his grandchildren remain active in the sport.

“We were involved so much,” he said. “We lived up there the whole time in the summer.” Westwood’s first official race was held on July 29, 1959. It attracted more than 20,000 spectators. Open-wheel Formula Atlantic cars raced there regularly from 1971 until it closed, as did sedans from the Sports Car Club of America Trans-Am series, the Players GM Challenge series and even high-powered Porsche 911s. Motorbikes, including ones with sidecars attached, held races there, and modified mud buggies churned around before the track was paved. Ores recalled ploughing his

way through two-foot snowdrifts to open the gates to the track so the Canadian military could conduct winter maneuvers there. But as Vancouver’s urban sprawl began extending eastward towards Coquitlam, Ores said the racing community sensed the end of Westwood was nigh. “We knew we were going to have to move,” he said, adding efforts to establish a new facility in the Fraser Valley inevitably ran into resistance. “Even to the last year or two, we were still hopeful that the winds of politics would change and people would realize the value of the track being there,” Stec said.

When the checkered flag fell for the last time in August, 1990, it was a tough moment, said Ores, who was among the crew of volunteers who helped dismantle the track after it closed. “We got so hooked being up there, it was like an addiction,” he said. Stec said membership in the SCCBC plummeted from about 350 to 80 in the aftermath of Westwood’s closure. And while the club is back to around 350 members now as racers rent track time at Mission Raceway, it’s not the same. “Racing has fallen out of the top of mind of people,” Stec said, adding the demise of high-profile events like the Vancouver Molson Indy, along with the declining interest in driving amongst young people hasn’t helped. The Westwood track is memorialized in some of the Plateau’s street names, like Paddock Drive, Carousel Court and Deer’s Leap Place, that wind amidst the multimillion dollar homes and exclusive townhomes. But, Stec said, aside from a delivery he once made to the area, he’s had no inclination to revisit past glories on those streets. “I just can’t bring myself up there,” he said. “Once the door closes, you can’t.” Ores said he’s only visited once, to attend a friend’s memorial at the golf club. “I went on the balcony and saw part of the pits, the way it was, and turn one, and that’s it, I don’t want to go back there anymore,” he said. • Other athletes and builders with a Tri-City connection being honoured by the Burnaby Sports Hall of Fame include Centennial secondary graduate Bruce Wilson, who played several seasons in the old North American Soccer League as well as for Canada’s national soccer team in the 1984 Summer Olympics and 1986 Word Cup. Former Coquitlam Adanacs’ playmaker Alex Carey and Port Moody resident Eric Cowieson will also be inducted at a banquet at the Metrotown Firefighters Club in Burnaby. Go to www.burnabysportshalloffame.ca.

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Terry Fox Ravens defenders Cameron Slaymaker and Grady Stanyer battle under the hoop with Enver Creek’s Darsh Harry in their second-round game of the Fraser Valley championships last Friday at Terry Fox secondary. The Ravens won the game 87-50. Fox defeated Walnut Grove, 83-72, on Tuesday to earn a spot in the championship round that begins today (Thursday) at the Langley Events Centre. Meanwhile, the Riverside Rapids finished third in the AAA senior girls Fraser Valley championships after they beat Yale secondary 81-74 on Sunday. The Rapids, who were seeded third heading into the tournament, won both their games in the preliminary rounds, but were defeated 83-67 by Walnut Grove in the semifinals. Riverside is the only team from the Tri-Cities to advance to the provincial championships that begin Feb. 27. ROBERT MCDONALD PHOTO

Port Moody Panthers’ Travis Goller knocks Richmond’s Anthony Choo to the ice in the first period of their Tier 3 game last Friday at the annual Coquitlam Minor Hockey Association’s annual Atom hockey tournament. Coquitlam A1 finished in second place after they lost Sunday’s Tier 1 gold medal game to Kelowna.The event attracted 30 teams in three tiers from across the province. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS Sign up for our newsletter at tricitynews.com

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For the defending provincial boys’ U18 curling champions, the more things stay the same, the more they change. The components of the team that’s based out of the Royal City Curling Club in New Westminster are the same, but how they’re used is different. Coquitlam’s Hayato Sato has slid into the leadership role while former skip Dawson Ballard is now the second. Port Coquitlam’s Joshua Miki, has moved up to third and Burnaby’s Troy Chong remains as the lead. The squad is still coached by Miki’s father, Bryan. Sato said coming off an otherwise successful season that somewhat fizzled when the team finished ninth at the Canadian U18 championships

Third Joshua Miki, of Port Coquitlam, and skip Hayato Sato, of Coquitlam, will be representing British Columbia at the Canada Winter Games. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS

in Saint Andrews, N.B., last April, the members wanted to “try something new” for this season. The revised mix seems to be paying off. The team is headed to the Canada Winter Games in Red Deer, Ab., where they’ll represent British Columbia in

the curling competiton that begins Feb. 24. At the BC junior curling championships in Vernon, against older, more experienced curlers, they finished third. In fact, they narrowly missed qualifying for the championship when they lost the semifinal to Erik Colwell’s

Vernon rink in an extra end, 11-10, after they had tied the game with a point of their own in the tenth end. And the squad has also qualified to compete in this year’s U18 provincial championships in Juan de Fuca, March 12 to 17. Sato said now that everyone

on the team has settled into their new roles, they’re hitting their stride right when it matters most. But, he added, changing the mix wasn’t just about striving for results this season. “We’re trying to become players who can do a bit of everything for our transition into men’s curling.” For Sato and Ballard, who are both 18 years-old, that elevation to junior men is imminent, while Miki and Chong are both 17. Sato said his leadership style relies on communication while his playing style is conservative, awaiting opportunities to pounce on opponents’ mistakes. Miki said those qualities have resonated with the team. “We have a check-yourego-at-the-door approach,” he said. “We’re all on board.” Sato said talking out shots and strategies amongst the team as a game unfolds allows everyone to concentrate on curling’s fine details, like how the rock is rotating on turns or whether there’s any incon-

sistencies in the ice that can affect the trajectory of a shot, which can make or break a result. “We all just do it as a group,” he said. Miki said that’s helped keep the team together as a unit. And it’s helped them weather disappointments like last spring’s nationals or their heartbreaking loss in Vernon. In fact, Sato said, those setbacks will help them be better prepared this year. “Knowing what it’s like to be at a national competition will really help us play the best,” he said. • Other local athletes and coaches participating in the Winter Games include: From Coquitlam: Sherilyn Chung (speed skating); Ashley Robb (ringette); Matthew Seminoff (hockey); Andrei Secu (biathlon); Thomas Milic (hockey). From Port Coquitlam: Noah Hyun (speed skating); Liudmila Lobaznyuk (gymnastics coach) From Port Moody: Jenna Buglioni (ice hockey)

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