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Louie Girotto, the associate director of physical plant at Douglas College, checks out the secure bike parkade on the Coquitlam campus that has capacity for 50 bikes as well as lockers to store gear. For more, see story on page 6.
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Kyme Wegrich, a School District 43 teacher at Walton elementary, has received the 2018 National Inclusive Education Award for her unique teaching style: page 16
Hundreds of Grade 12 students from high schools across School District 43 are about to be feted at dry graduation events that will celebrate an important life milestone while also keeping them safe. And while some might say it’s the parents who should be getting a pat on the back for helping get their kids through school, in fact, it’s the parents who will be organizing — and fundraising for — these epic celebrations. For many parents, it’s the last fundraiser after years of helping with school, sports and academic pursuits — a year-end finale that is part Hollywood red carpet gala and part thrilling amusement park. “This is when parents step up and get very involved,” acknowledged assistant superintendent Rob Zambrano, formerly the principal of Centennial secondary who has seen hundreds of students graduate over the years. see Dry graD, page 14
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MS WALK AT ROCKY POINT PARK
PoMo walk raises money for MS McLennan hopes to raise $7,000 for this Sunday’s walk GRANT GRANGER THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Geoff McLennan will try to avoid stepping in a rabbit hole during Sunday’s MS Walk at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody. But even though he’s raising money for multiple sclerosis research, a disease he’s had for a decade, he avoids the metaphorical “rabbit hole” of keeping tabs on the testing. “I try not pay too much attention with the research. When I first was diagnosed, friends and relatives would email me constantly what was going on,” says McLennan, who as of Thursday morning had raised the most money ($4,181) of participants registered for Sunday’s event. He believes he’s better off to not go down what he calls a “rabbit hole” by tracking experimental treatments and potential cures. The confusion caused by wading through the complex experimental information is just too overwhelming. “I do believe the science gets better and better, but mentally a big part of coping with the disease is that my mental state is taken care of,”
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Geoff McLennan takes in the view from Rocky Point Park in Port Moody where the MS Walk begins on Sunday. McLennan has had the disease for about 10 years. says McLennan, 37. It’s been confusing from the start. When the New Westminster real estate agent first lost feeling in his left arm the doctors thought it was a pinched nerve. So did he. His girlfriend at the time, now
his wife, Rachel, wasn’t buying that diagnosis, though. A second doctor said it was stress. No sale on that one either. “That’s ridiculous,” said Rachel, who encouraged him to go to UBC Hospital’s MS Clinic Centre for Brain Health.
They did a CT scan which was “kind of scary.” It revealed a shadow that was thought might be brain cancer. But an MRI and spinal tap showed it was MS. Still scary, but not as much. MS is an autoimmune dis-
ease that attacks the brain and spinal cord. It’s unpredictable and can cause many symptoms including lack of coordination, extreme fatigue and vision and bladder problems. Canada has one of the highest MS rates in the world with an
estimated 1 in 340 living with the disease. McLennan’s symptoms include fatigue, numbness in his feet and arms, and tightness around his stomach, as if he’s wearing a shirt that’s two sizes too small. “It comes and goes. One of the hardest things actually for me has been finding a treatment that works for me. I have bad reactions to most of the medication I’ve been on. So I’m in the process now of finding what the next medication would be,” says McLennan. “The doctors at UBC and the MS Society have been really great to me, so it’s nice to do something positive to give something back. I’m pretty lucky, too. I’m able to work.” His goal for Sunday is $7,000. He fetched close to $6,000 in his first try last year. As of Thursday, more than $32,000 had been raised for the Tri-Cities walk with a goal of $40,000. So far 29 teams — the top team fundraiser is MS Lessionaries with almost $4,400 — and 182 walkers have registered for the twoand five-kilometre walks. A wheelchair accessible route is also available. Check-in time is 9 a.m., with the walk starting at 10:30. More information is available online at mswalks.ca. newsroom@tricitynews.com @TriCityNews
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A Valentine’s Day fundraiser for the Heart of Hawthorne Foundation will switch to a spring gala this year for the Port Coquitlam Seniors’ Housing Society. Foundation chairperson Bonnie Van Drimmelen, who heads up the charity that raises operating funds for the Hawthorne Seniors Care Community, said her group wanted a fresh start for its biggest annual event following the completion of the capital campaign.
Rather than holding it at the PoCo Inn and Suites, as in past years for the Feb. 14-themed bash, the spring gala will be sited in the eating area of Hawthorne Lodge. “We’re going to move the tables and have it all decorated up,” said Van Drimmelen during a tour of the space this month. “It’s going to look great.” A total of 125 tickets will be sold at a cost of $75 each (or $750 for a VIP table of eight guests), which will include a buffet dinner — prepared in-house by Hawthorne chefs — music and dancing as well as live and silent auction items to bid on. Among the live auction prizes up for grabs are: a stay for two at Harrison Hot Springs, an Apple watch, art-
work and tickets to a BC Lions game. There will also be awards for best hats. Van Drimmelen, whose husband Walter runs the PoCo Seniors’ Housing Society, said the volunteer-run foundation hopes to collect $10,000 at the gala. “We want to improve the residents quality of life,” she said. “After all, you never know if you or someone you know will need to be here one day.” • For tickets to the Heart of Hawthorne spring gala on June 2 — held at the Hawthorne Seniors Care Community (2111 Hawthorne Ave., Port Coquitlam) — call Kim Egli at 604-468-5012, email kegli@ hawthornecare.com or visit hawthornecare.com.
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Bike to Work Week, from May 28 to June 3, is meant to promote the benefits and ease of cycle commuting. But what to do with your bike once you get to your destination? Navdeep Chhina, the communications director for HUB, a cycling advocacy group, admits a fear of bike theft is an obstacle that causes some commuters to leave their ride at home and use the car instead. But as more people express an interest in using their bike to get to work, employers, communities and even TransLink are taking steps to ease those fears by providing more security for bikes and cyclists are being presented with more proactive options beyond just heavy U-locks to ensure their ride is still waiting for them at the end of the work day.
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Douglas College built a secure bike storage area in 2014 at both its Coquitlam and New Westminster campuses. “It begins with infrastructure,” Chhina said. “If you have it, then people feel safe and they will bike.” In 2014, Douglas College built secure bike enclosures in the underground parkades at its Coquitlam and New Westminster campuses. Students and employees can register free of charge to access the facilities, which feature
racks for 50 bikes, small lockers to store gear, an air pump and even a work stand and tools to affect simple repairs or adjustments. Video surveillance adds an extra layer of security. Debora Jackson, the manager of facilities services at the Coquitlam campus, said the lockup can be a busy place on a nice spring day, but it’s rarely filled to capacity. She said the
school’s close proximity to transit and Coquitlam’s hilly terrain might work against bike commuting by staff and students. For bike commuters looking to cover greater distances by incorporating transit into their ride, TransLink is increasing the number of bike parkades at its SkyTrain stations, including three scheduled to open
in 2019 in the Tri-Cities, at Lafarge Lake-Douglas, Moody Centre and Burquitlam stations. Those are in addition to the three that already exist at Joyce-Collingwood, Main Street-Science World and King George stations with another three coming this year. Some stations also have bike lockers — small, secure cubbies that can be reserved by cyclists. Chris Bryan, a senior media relations advisor for TransLink, said 1,207 people are registered to use the 220 spaces currently available in the parkades, each of which has a capacity of 40 bikes. He said July, August and September were the busiest months for their use last year. “Bike parkades help make cycling an attractive option for more people,” Bryan said. Cpl. Michael McLaughlin of the Coquitlam RCMP said his department is always available to consult with employers about options for providing secure facilities for bike commuters. “One of the first things you can do is go to the local community police stations and ask for help,” he said. Police can then conduct a
thorough environment assessment of the business to provide guidance about the best place to set up secure bike lock-ups. “The more secure you can make bike storage, the better,” McLaughlin said. But McLauglin cautioned that even an indoor bike parkade can provide a false sense of security as they can be breached by resourceful miscreants. So cyclists have to be proactive to protect their ride. That can begin by taking a photo of the bike and recording its serial number so police can keep an eye out for it should it ever go missing. Bike registry programs like Project 529 Garage also work with police departments to create a database of stolen and missing bikes. McLaughlin said the local RCMP hasn’t aligned itself with that service because of the cost involved to the department and “bike theft isn’t significant enough of a problem in Coquitlam for us to make that initial investment.” McLaughlin, an avid recreational cyclist himself, said the best security for any cyclist is to always keep their bike nearby.
PORT MOODY
PoMo council seeks end to Murray street ‘chaos’ Mayor Clay says complaints in the area increasing Mario Bartel
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Port Moody council wants to see traffic problems on Murray Street at Rocky Point Park fixed as soon as possible, ideally before summer crowds clog the area with cars and pedestrians. At its meeting Tuesday, council directed staff to report back with the costs and timeline to implement a number of changes by July to improve the movement of cars at the Moody roundabout and Murray Street intersection as well as at the entrances to the
parking lot for Rocky Point Park, while also making it safer for pedestrians crossing between the park and Brewers Row. In a report presented to council, Mayor Mike Clay said the growing popularity of the area, combined with more development to the east in the Klahanie and Suter Brook neighbourhoods, has led to heavy congestion and greater frustration among motorists and pedestrians. “The number of complaints and concerns from residents around the Moody Street/ Murray Street intersection have increased dramatically over the past few years,” Clay said in his report. He said the nice spring weather on recent weekends
has already caused “chaos” and with the full range of summer programming at the park, like festivals, concerts, children’s summer camps, as well as sailing, kayaking and swimming lessons, yet to begin, “conditions will continue to deteriorate.” In his report, Clay identified several ideas for improvement including: • adding a traffic signal at the eastern entrance to the Rocky Point Park parking lot; • moving the pedestrian crossing at that entrance to the western end of the parking lot, near the Moody overpass; • reprogramming the pedestrian signal with a delay to allow vehicles to move through instead of the current signal which activates immediately
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Moving the pedestrian crossing on Murray Street from the east end of the Rocky Point Park parking lot to the west end, and giving it a delay to allow traffic to flow through better, are two of the five proposals Port Moody council wants city staff to investigate for implementation before summer to improve the movement of cars and pedestrian safety in the area.
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The Coquitlam RCMP are investigating an alleged case of voyeurism after an incident involving a seven-year-old girl was reported Tuesday afternoon. Cpl. Michael McLaughlin said police arrived on scene at a store in the 1300 block of United Boulevard at 4:30 p.m. after receiving a complaint that a man had been filming children with his phone. However, he added that details of the investigation are not being released. McLaughlin is also warning people not to post photos or details about a crime on social media because it could hamper the police investigation. A Facebook post was posted after the event, which stated the man was caught with a cellphone containing pictures of children. “Some of the information in the post I’ve seen is incorrect,” McLaughlin said. “There is also issues with Charter rights showing people’s faces, which could be an issue when it comes to trial.” He recommends that when dealing with a crime in progress that people call police to investigate rather than post their concerns on social media. However, he confirmed that the allegation is that a phone
was used to surreptitiously record a child. A 69-year-old Surrey man was arrested and has been released pending the outcome of the investigation.
ON THE WATER
RCMP are warning boaters to be aware of potentially deadly carbon monoxide gas build-up in vessels after two children lost consciousness in a cabin during an excursion to Indian Arm on the long weekend. While returning to a North Vancouver marina Monday, the children, aged 7 and 10, went down below in the cabin of the boat while three adults stayed up on the outer deck. At approximately 9 p.m., one of the parents checked on the children and found them groggy and unresponsive. They were quickly brought up into the fresh air where they regained consciousness. Emergency personnel met the boat at the marina where the two children were given oxygen and taken to the local hospital, where they were assessed and released. They are expected to make a full recovery. A preliminary investigation shows that carbon monoxide had leaked from the inboard
engine compartment into the cabin where the children where resting, according to North Vancouver RCMP. “Thankfully this incident did not end up more tragic than what it did,” said Cpl. Richard De Jong in a press release. “This week is National Safe Boating Awareness Week and police are reminding all boaters to be safety minded while on the water — especially being aware of carbon monoxide poisoning.” Carbon monoxide is a potentially deadly gas produced anytime a carbon-based fuel, such as gasoline, propane, charcoal or oil burns. Cold or poorly tuned engines produce more carbon monoxide than warm, properly tuned engines. Installing a carbon monoxide detector in each accommodation space on your boat is a good safety measure. Do not confuse carbon monoxide poisoning with seasickness, intoxication or heat stress. If someone on board complains of irritated eyes, headache, nausea, weakness or dizziness, immediately move the person to fresh air. The best precaution against carbon monoxide poisoning is to keep fresh air flowing through the vessel.
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What’s Happening Bird Construction will be excavating East Columbia Street for a Royal Columbian Hospital IT and utilities pathway and for City of New Westminster power during May and June. Starting the week of May 21 excavation starts in and near the Sherbrooke Street intersection. Initially small excavations within the intersection will occur intermittently over a two week period for water main tie-ins. Then for about one week more extensive excavation will occur both in the intersection and the east (northbound) lane of East Columbia Street near the intersection. Construction hours are 9am to 3pm Mon. to Sat., except holidays. Starting around mid-June (NEW DATE) the east (northbound) bike lane and east sidewalk of East Columbia Street will be excavated. Work will start at Sherbrooke Street and progress southward, in sections, to Keary Street. Construction hours will be 7am-7pm Mon. to Sat., except holidays. Bird Construction will endeavour to minimize the construction’s impact, noise, dust, and disruption to neighbours. Thank you for your patience.
The Impact To You Drivers should expect delays, but two-way traffic will be maintained along East Columbia Street. • Drivers will share the northbound (east) lane with cyclists. Please watch for bicyclists. • In May Sherbrooke Street will have single lane alternating traffic for a week near the East Columbia Street intersection. Sidewalks will be closed to pedestrians in sections on the east (hospital) side of the street. • We suggest you use East Columbia Street’s west sidewalk (Sapperton Park side) to avoid as much construction as possible. • In May at times you will be detoured when crossing Sherbrooke Street on the east (hospital) side of the street. For bicyclists, the east (northbound) bike lane will be closed in sections, requiring you to share the vehicle lane. Use caution. Bus riders will notice stops temporarily moved for the 155 and C9 buses at times. Watch for notices at each stop. In May parking and the loading zone will be intermittently closed on Sherbrooke Street near the east side of the East Columbia intersection. Hospital visitors will always have access to the main entrance and Emergency driveways, but at times driveways may be disrupted or altered, or you may be directed to exit the hospital’s main entrance using Sherbrooke Street.
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How about a trip to the library to borrow a book, a movie and a telescope? Wait, what? A telescope? Yes, a telescope. And they’re lining up at the Fraser Valley Regional Library (FVRL), which includes the Terry Fox branch in Port Coquitlam, to take one home to zoom in on the stars at night instead of reading a book in bed. The library started lending out telescopes last month as part of its Playground and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) programs. “We have at least 600 people who are interested in our telescopes right now. It’s been a tremendous response from the public,” said Heather Scoular, FVRL director of customer experience. “There’s nothing like seeing (stars) through a telescope. It’s just phenomenal.” Scoular said the stars seemed to align for the program when the Mission Heritage Association, which counts some astronomy fanatics amongst its membership, donated seven telescopes to the library. The library loved the idea because it fit in so well with its science emphasis.
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Kimberley Constable, the manager of the Terry Fox library in Port Coquitlam, checks out the view through one of the telescopes the library is offering for loan. “It’s definitely ticked all the boxes with the telescope program,” said Scoular. “We’re going to support people on their astronomical journey.” Since the association’s donation the library has rounded up more telescopes and now has almost 70 of varying capabilities in its collection. Although she’s heard of telescope lending in the Maritimes “we’re definitely the first in British Columbia and probably in Western Canada,” Scoular said. “Libraries are places of
experiences. They can happen with a book, they can happen with a telescope.” The telescopes come with instructions and library staff will also help out. Scoular, who has always been fascinated by astronauts, has even taken a telescope home herself and set it up in her backyard. “It was wonderful,” she said. “The instructions were so easy. I couldn’t believe what I saw. It was amazing.” Scoular added the telescopes will be available for a
two- to three-week loan period depending on the demand at the time. So far the demand has been high throughout the system and Port Coquitlam is no exception. About 20 PoCo residents got a telescope tutorial at Terry Fox from UBC astronomer Christa van Laerhoven last month. It made the instruments the star of the show, so to speak, at the branch, which like all the others, has a waiting list to borrow one. “People are really excited about it,” said Kimberley Constable, manager of the Terry Fox branch. “There’s obviously an excitement and desire in the community to have that type of equipment.” Although a telescope isn’t something a lot of libraries lend out, Constable was more than receptive to the idea. “You really have to expand your mind. The library is so much more than books. It has been for decades,” she said. FVRL’s Playground also lends out other STEAM experiences like app-enabled robotic balls and ukuleles, while inlibrary experiences include virtual reality, makey makeys (invention kits) and green screens. newsroom@tricitynews.com @TriCityNews
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Morgan Freeman will no longer be the voice of TransLink’s ‘Tap to Pay’ promotion after allegations were made against the 80-yearold actor Thursday.
The race for Port Coquitlam school trustee is heating up with a second candidate throwing their hat in the ring. This week Bruce Richardson, a retired School District 43 electrical foreman, announced his bid for one of two PoCo trustee seats in the Oct. 20 civic election. In a press release, Richardson stated his years as an SD43 employee have provided him with the experience to understand how the policies and practices of trustees impact education. Among his concerns, the
press release states, is the current remuneration package for school trustees, which RICHARDSON is the highest among trustees in the province and is based on averages of Tri-City council salaries, and trustees’ participation in trips to China, paid for by Hanban, the Chinese education authority. Richardson’s community work includes his role as president of the Port Coquitlam
Event Society, his post as director on the board for the annual Port Coquitlam Car Show and membership in the New West Salmonbellies board of directors. He is the second candidate for Port Coquitlam school trustee. Recently Christine Pollock, a retired SD43 education assistant, announced her candidacy for the four-year post.
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Tri-City groups working on projects led — or inspired — by seniors have until June
15 to apply for federal government funding. Last week, CoquitlamPort Coquitlam MP Ron McKinnon called on eligible organizations to request the cash via the New Horizons For Seniors Program (NHSP). Community-based projects that help vulnerable seniors, focus on diversity and promote volunteerism can receive up to $25,000. And new for this year, groups that haven’t benefitted from NHSP money in the past five years can get up to $5,000 under a new small grants pilot project.
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TransLink puts hold on marketing effort TransLink has suspended a plan to play voice announcements by Morgan Freeman promoting a new ‘Tap to Pay’ feature after serious allegations were made in the news media this week against the the 80 year-old Visa pitchman. In a statement released to local media Thursday, including The Tri-City News, TransLink says it is responding to allegations in a CNN story that Freeman harassed multiple women.
The statement reads: “In light of information we’ve learned through news stories this morning of serious allegations against actor Morgan Freeman, TransLink has decided to pause his voice announcements as part of a Visa ad campaign on the transit system. We will be in touch with Visa to discuss further.” The marketing campaign featuring Freeman’s voice announcements had been scheduled to start on June 4.
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The definitive Redneck’s Guide to Eating Sushi I f you’ve grown up in Metro vancouver, you may not realize what an oddity the sushi thing is for many people from other parts of the country. I grew up in a small prairie town where there were only two types of fish available: triangle and rectangle, and both were prepared by a multi-talented fellow who also apparently drove the boat. Cheers to you, Capt. High Liner. for us landlocked folk, sushi was like some made-up joke food that you’d andy prest never actually eat, like frogs’ legs or caviar or vegetables. Raw fish? Gross. No thank you, I’ll have a T-bone steak, still mooing, please and thank you. You can get sushi in many other parts of the country now but that doesn’t mean you should. obviously things are different out here, where municipal bylaws stipulate that you must never be more than six city blocks away from kappa maki. I first tried sushi when I was 24. It tasted like salt and fear. Contrast that with my North Shore-born children, who have been eating sushi since they were nine months old. Here’s the weird part, though: Just by living here for the past deDelIVeRY 604-472-3040 NewsROOM 604-472-3030 DIsPlaY aDs 604-472-3020 classIfIeD aDs 604-444-3056 n
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cade or so, I now am Iron Chef Sushi compared to my friends and relatives from the prairies. Just last week, another one of my friends came out here and mustered the courage to try the west coast sushi experience, asking me to be his guide. Going through that process made me realize there are still many good folks for whom sushi remains a mystery. for them, I came up with is this handy cheat sheet: The Redneck’s Guide to Sushi. • Price: before you walk in the door for your first sushi experience, make sure you are going to a place that is suitably cheap. all sushi in vancouver is pretty good and it all tastes mostly the same to those with untrained palettes, so don’t bother trying to find some fancy sushi joint where they expect you to pay real restaurant prices. When you get to vancouver, just walk 50 paces in any direction and you are guaranteed to bump into a man with sharp knives and a white hat who will sell you good sushi for a cheap price. • Miso soup: from the Japanese words “miso,” meaning “me so,” and “soup,” meaning “salty.” Many sushi orders first come with a bowl that contains two bits of green floaties and three cubes of tofu trapped inside a weird broth within a broth that expands and contracts like a lava lamp. as far as I know, miso is purely decorative. • Tempura: from the Japanese words “tempe,” meaning “fried,” and “ura,” meaning “stuff,” this is some easy-to-eat food that can ease even the most timid landlubbers into the sushi experience.
Heck, prawn tempura is so yummy and unchallenging it could almost be called regular food. • Rolls: Now you’re ready for the real deal. The rolls are where the adventure begins — and may end for newbies. They are made with a seaweed square that is laid on a bed of sticky rice, filled with stuff like avocado, cucumber, real crab, fake crab or barbecued eel, and then rolled into cylinders and cut into bite-sized pieces. Mmmm, eel. don’t worry too much about what is inside these rolls because you are going to drown them in so much soy sauce that each piece will look like a soggy hockey puck and taste like a heart attack. Each roll comes with a pile of shaved, pickled ginger, because this meal wasn’t weird enough. Rolls also come with wasabi, a Japanese word meaning “green death paste.” It is similar to horseradish in that it is not so much a good-tasting food and more of a test of your ability to stay calm while eating super-spiced Play-doh. (Pro tip: Start small.) • Chopsticks: You will be using two round sticks held in one hand to pick up dense, slippery food cylinders — what could go wrong?! If you’re a real coward, there are also things like yakitori and udon, simple skewers and noodle soups that really aren’t part of the truly exotic sushi experience. I ate a ton of yakitori in my early sushi days but you don’t have to, because you have this guide. Andy Prest is the sports editor for the North Shore News. aprest@nsnews.com • @Sports_Andy
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Pipeline posturing raises questions for B.C.’s future The Editor, Me and many people I have talked to about the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline are becoming quite upset about the craziness that is going on. The B.C. government is flaunting the law and causing stress to many of its taxpaying citizens. Even more so that
now we hear that the Site C project will not be backed by the federal government and will thus cause even more havoc in our province. Premier John Horgan has done severe damage to B.C. by initiating new projects that cost money and deleting other things that brought money in to the government’s coffers.
Where is he going to find money to run this province? I’m not able to see far into the future, but I am fearful that B.C. is slowly going downhill. My stress level over the crazy politics going on with the Greens and NDP are making me very unhappy. Julie Waldron Coquitlam
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“When the kids start out in kindergarten, the parents are very involved but as the years progress they are less so. In Grade 12 they [the parents] come back and it’s wonderful having the community coming together and getting engaged.” Businesses throughout the Tri-Cities will be canvassed for prizes and nearly $21,000 has been collected at Tri-City liquor stores for dry grad events at local high schools, both public and private, according the BC Liquor Distribution Branch. Local donations will ensure entrance fees are affordable and to pay for prizes, while parents will be tapped to volunteer to organize or work at the event. There will also likely be a casino with play money and raffles with big prizes such as TVs and even cars. As well, DJs, hypnotists, magicians, inflatables and other interactive games will entertain the young crowd into the wee hours — a kind of after-party following the traditional grad dance or grad ceremony. In keeping with an event to keep kids from partying and other dangerous pursuits, security will be tight. No one with with evidence of alcohol or drug consumption will be allowed in; there are no-in-andout privileges at the party. Once in the protected environment, students can hang out with their friends, supported by volunteer parents and even paid security. It’s all part of the grad tradition that goes back several years and is a counterpoint to the sometimes reckless par-
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Members of Centennial secondary school’s Dry After Grad committee, including Kelvin Fong, chair, Cinzia DeJesus and Jen Ghioda, load up on gifts for students who will be attending the event June 16 at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex. ties that start with the warmer weather in May and can last through to July. For Kelvin Fong, the parent of a Centennial Grade 12 student who is overseeing his 12th dry grad this year, his children’s
safety is a key consideration. “I think it’s worth it just because I think I’m keeping 300 students and some of their guests out of a house party where there is no control other than parents or kids are out
at the park or on the streets. Ninety-five per cent in this class are good kids, but sometimes, the odd percentage will get led away and you want to have them controlled and in a safe environment.”
But to be sure Centennial’s dry grad goes off without a hitch takes months of effort. Sixteen volunteers are on the dry grad committee, while dozens more parents will be asked to volunteer at the event.
“Parents are doing a lot of work and it’s not going to be noticed or appreciated until the actual event,” said Fong, not releasing any details of the party to be held at Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex for fear of spoiling the surprise. The students who attend the 2018 grad class will, however, get swag — such as Centennial key chains and a blanket, and, with raffle draws once an hour, are likely to take home a prize. “It’s one of their last hurrahs,” said Jen Ghioda, one of the parents on the organizing committee. Cinzia DeJesus, whose son is graduating, and who has volunteered for dry grad for several years, says seeing the smiles on the teens’ faces at the end of the night is worth a year of hard work and planning. But for these parents too, their kids’ safety is a key consideration. “If they can get together and enjoy a good night, and not spend the time running around and possibly get into trouble, that’s great,” Fong said. • Prize donations to the Centennial secondary dry grad are appreciated and more are welcome. To contribute, email Kelvin Fong at kelvin@imprintpromo.com. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
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Kyme Wegrich has been teaching in an inclusive way, using various teaching styles to ensure that all her grade 3 and 4 students get their learning needs met. the Walton elementary school teacher has been honoured with a 2018 national inclusive education award and will be travelling to Kelowna this week to participate in ceremonies.
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A Grade 3/4 teacher at Walton elementary school in Coquitlam was shocked to learn she is being honoured for a teaching style she has used for nearly 25 years. Kyme Wegrich will be presented with a 2018 National Inclusive Education Award this week by Inclusion BC and the Family Support Institute of B.C. for providing inclusive learning opportunities for students with special needs. Wegrich says there is nothing special about her teaching method that recognizes diversity and encourages all students to learn, play and grow in a supportive, comfortable environment. “I think it’s something I’ve always done, I don’t see as being out of the ordinary, that’s why I was so shocked,” said Wegrich, who said she prefers to teach to all levels and abilities, rather than just the “middle.” “I try to meet the child where they are,” said Wegrich.
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PROMOTE COMMUNITY RECYCLING by visiting some of the registered garage sales throughout the City of Coquitlam on MAY 26, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 3341 Abbey Lane
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Port Coquitlam’s Reg Boaler demonstrates the speaking form that has earned him a place in the semi-finals of the Toastmasters’ World Championship of Speaking to be held in Chicago, Ill., Aug. 22 to 25. Boaler recently won the organization’s district speech championship in Burnaby where competitors were scored on everything from the originality of their presentation to body language, to their enthusiasm and grammar.
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Reg Boaler’s speech that won the Toastmasters’ District 96 International Speech Contest, held at the Grand Villa Hotel in Burnaby last weekend, was a work in progress 10 years in the making. In fact, he made a major tweak to it the morning of his final oration and he’ll keep refining and honing it right up until he presents it again at the semifinals of the World Championship of Speaking, part of the Toastmasters International annual convention, being held in Chicago, Ill., Aug. 22 to 25. Sometimes those tweaks come after Boaler presents the latest version of his speech to his local Toastmasters chapter. Sometimes they tickle his consciousness as he’s trying to fall asleep and he’ll arise from bed to write them down. “Every word has to count,” said Boaler, who lives in Port Coquitlam. “Every word has to convey a message, a feeling, a smell.” Engaging his audience’s senses is something Boaler has learned since he first joined Toastmasters, a worldwide organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills, in 1985. He had a fledgling business supplying equipment to restaurants and bars and he wanted to become a better communicator with his employees and customers. “I always admired people who could speak off the cuff,” said Boaler. “You just have to do it and with repetition, it comes.” He also discovered it tickled his competitive instincts. But to take his oration skills beyond impressing his local club mates to wowing the judges at the regional and international levels, Boaler needed a topic he could be passionate about, one he could speak to from his heart and not be afraid to let his vulnerability come through. He found it in the journey back to health his 23-year-old son, Russell, went through after he was diagnosed with cancer in 2010. It was an emotional subject, to be sure, Boaler said. But it was also one filled with pathos, struggle, courage, and dark humour, as well as a positive message of resilience and survival. And, most importantly, it was deeply personal. “I know this story so well, it’s in my DNA,” Boaler said. Two years ago, when Boaler was living in Richmond, he won the international speech contest for District 21, which covers the area south of the Fraser River, as well as the Okanagan, and Gulf Islands. The move to a new district allowed him to present his speech to new listeners and gather new ideas for its refinement. To prepare for the international stage in August, Boaler
will sharpen or pare each of his speech’s 883 words even further for maximum impact, rehearse every nuanced gesture that reinforces the message of those words and fits comfortably between the 4:30-minute minimum and 7:30 maximum length. Against more than 100 of Toastmasters’ best speakers from around the world, there’s
no room for error. “I’ve got 108 days,” Boaler said on Wednesday. “I’m going to be working on my speech every day.” • To learn more about Toastmasters, or to find a local chapter, go to www.toastmasters.org or email d96toastmasters@gmail.com.
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What’s going on with car insurance in B.C.? It’s no secret car insurance has been getting more and more expensive. Ever wondered why? For a start, there are more and more crashes. In fact, each year there are about 300,000 crashes on our roads – that’s close to 820 per day. More crashes lead to more insurance claims. In BC, there has been a sharp increase in both injury and vehicle damage claims. What’s more, the costs of these claims have gone up. Injury claims alone cost close to $3 billion a year.
So what’s being done about this? You may have heard the provincial government and ICBC have announced changes to car insurance in B.C. Under the new plan, more money will be available for your medical care, treatments and other benefits, like wage loss. The changes include: • Doubling of the overall money available for medical care and treatment. • More types of treatments covered including kinesiology, acupuncture, counselling and massage therapy. This means you won’t need to wait for approval. • More money covered by ICBC for individual treatments. • Higher wage loss payments and benefits for household support.
How is this possible? To allow more money for the care of people injured in crashes, the government has also announced it will introduce a $5,500 limit on pain and suffering payouts for minor injuries. This means the amount of money you can receive for the emotional distress of being in crash will be limited. But this limit is entirely separate from the money available to you for medical care and the other benefits described above. In fact, with the new changes these benefits are actually going up. This limit will not apply to major or catastrophic injury claims – like broken bones or brain injuries.
Find out more For more information visit icbc.com/change
Will I still be covered? The limit on pain and suffering payments does not take away your right to a hire lawyer or seek compensation for any additional economic losses. Just the same as today, if you are injured in a crash and not at-fault, you can get more money for wage loss and treatment costs over and above what is covered by ICBC accident benefits.
So who decides if an injury is minor? Under the new plan, just like today, a medical professional – not ICBC – will determine the diagnosis of your injuries and this will be used to establish whether it falls under the definition of a minor injury or not.
How will the definition of a minor injury be determined? The government and ICBC have been consulting with medical treatment providers to determine what types of injuries would fall under a minor injury definition. Over the coming months, this definition will be refined through regulation while still working with medical professionals for their input. In addition, other jurisdictions that already have a definition in place will also be reviewed in order to learn from past experience.
What if I disagree with my claim? Under our new plan, if you have concerns about your injury claim, there will be a new, independent dispute resolution process starting April 1, 2019. If you disagree with ICBC, based on the new plan, the Civil Resolution Tribunal will make decisions on the: • classification of an injury as a minor injury • entitlement to receive accident benefits claimed • decisions around who is at fault in the crash and settlement amounts for all motor vehicle injury claims below a threshold that will not exceed $50,000.
Why are these changes needed? In order to cover rising claims costs, B.C. drivers would need to pay on average at least $400 more for their full basic and optional coverage by next year – an average premium of approximately $2,100. These changes will stop you from paying rate increases of 30 per cent or more in 2019, while providing increased care for anyone injured in a crash.
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Pills May Replace Diapers And Padded Underwear At Stores Clinical studies show new pill may be effective enough to replace adult diapers for bladder control; initial users show dramatic reduction in trips to the bathroom, urine leaking, and nighttime urgency.
Robert Ward, Associated Health Press AHP− Adult diaper sales are expected to plummet as results from a clinical trial on a new, patented bladder control pill have finally been released. Sold under the brand name UriVarx®, the new pill contains key ingredients that keeps the bladder from releasing voluntarily, which reduces accidents and frequent bathroom trips. Perhaps more impressive, it also targets the tiny muscles around the bladder, which helps the bladder to create a tighter seal. This would explain why the average UriVarx® user in clinical trials experiences a 66% reduction in urinary incontinence symptoms, such as day and night leaking and sudden urges to urinate.
NEW DISCOVERY IN BLADDER CONTROL Until now, doctors believed it was impossible to strengthen the muscles that control the bladder. They are amazed to see that it can now be done with the non-prescription UriVarx® pill. “As you get older, and the involuntary muscles around your bladder weaken, you lose urinary control. With your bladder wall unable to properly seal, you constantly leak and feel pressure to urinate” explains Dr. Bassam Damaj of Innovus Pharmaceuticals. “UriVarx® targets the bladder muscles and help restores vital kidney health, reducing urgency and frequency. It also helps you “hold it” for hours so you never have to worry about embarrassing accidents ever again!”
FREEDOM FROM SUDDEN URGES AND LEAKS Since hitting the market, sales for the patented UriVarx® pill have soared and there are some very good reasons why. To begin with, the results from its recent double blind clinical trial were truly remarkable. Out of the 150 test subjects, participants taking UriVarx® saw a stunning reduction in urinary frequency, which resulted in fewer bathroom trips both day and night. They also experienced a dramatic decrease in incontinence episodes, such as leaking and bed wetting. The active ingredients in UriVarx® comes from a patented formula. It is both safe and healthy. There are also no known serious side effects in its history of use. Scientists believe that the ingredients target the muscles of the bladder to grow stronger. These muscles are responsible for keeping the bladder tightly sealed. They also help the bladder to completely empty, allowing bacteria to be flushed from the urinary tract. Research has shown that as you get older, certain hormonal changes in the body cause these muscles to shrink and become lose. This is what causes the bladder to be over active and the resulting urine accidents and why UriVarx® seems to be so effective in the published clinical trials.
EXCITING RESULTS FROM URIVARX® USERS Many UriVarx® users say their bladders have never been stronger. For the first time in years, they are confident and in complete control. Adult pads and diapers are no longer a big worry. “After my third child, I couldn’t control my bladder. I was running to the bathroom all the time! And once I hit my 60s it became so unpredictable I needed to wear adult pads every day” explained one user. “I was embarrassed so before going to my doctor I decided to try UriVarx® and I’m so glad I did! The urgency is gone and I no longer feel like my bladder is about to explode. I can also “hold it” when I need to so I’m no longer living in constant fear of finding a bathroom.”
NOW APPROVED FOR OVERACTIVE BLADDER & INCONTINENCE In the highly anticipated clinical trial on UriVarx®, researchers found that one pill daily can strengthen your bladder fast, significantly reducing the urinary urgency and leaks. The double blind, placebo control study took place in two primary care centers where 150 male and female participants with bladder control issues were separated into two groups. The first group was given a placebo while the other received UriVarx®. The results were incredible. The participants who received UriVarx® saw major improvements in leaking, pressure, and the urgency to go − all without the usual side effects seen in prescription drugs! They also reported fewer trips to the bathroom both day and night. Overall, the UriVarx® group experienced: • 56% Reduction in Urge Incontinence • 66% Reduction in Stress Incontinence • 61% Reduction in Urgency • 33% Reduction in Frequency • 46% Reduction in Nighttime Bathroom Trips • 475% Decrease in Diaper/Pad Use Additionally, at the end of clinical trial and after seeing the results, 84% of the participants taking UriVarx® said it significantly improved their quality of life. All together, the study earned UriVarx® the Health Canada approval for overactive bladder and incontinence. “The clinical findings are incredible, but people still wonder if it will really work” explains Dr. Bassam Damaj. “It’s normal to be skeptical, but we’ve seen thousands of UriVarx® users get results exactly like the participants in the study. It’s an amazing product.”
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NEW PILL MAY REPLACE DIAPERS FOR BLADDER CONTROL: This new patented clinically proven pill solution is now available nationwide Research shows that as we get older, the muscles which surround the bladder weaken. This is caused by hormonal changes in the body that causes the muscles to atrophy and weaken. When they become too small and weak, they cannot seal your bladder shut, which causes leaking, accidents, among other incontinence symptoms. It also prevents your bladder from fully emptying, which can result in persistent bacterial infections and UTIs. UriVarx’s® active ingredient targets the muscles around the bladder, making them stronger. Supporting ingredients in UriVarx® support kidney function and overall urinary health.
BLADDER PROBLEMS GONE With daily use, UriVarx® can restore strong bladder control and help users overcome leakage without the negative side effects or interactions associated with drugs. Leakage sufferers can now put an end to the uncontrollable urges, the embarrassing accidents, and enjoy an entirely new level of comfort and confidence.
HOW TO GET URIVARX® IN CANADA This is the official release of UriVarx® in Canada. As such, the company is offering a special discounted supply to anyone suffering from bladder issues who calls within the next 48 hours. A special hotline number and discounted pricing has been created for all Canada residents. Discounts will be available starting today at 6:00AM and will automatically be applied to all callers. Your Toll-Free Hotline number is 1-800-952-8163 and will only be open for the next 48 hours. Only a limited discounted supply of UriVarx® is currently available in your region.
URIVARX IS APPROVED BY HEALTH CANADA AS A NATURAL HEALTH PRODUCT FOR THE FOLLOWING INDICATIONS; HELPS REDUCE SYMPTOMS OF OVERACTIVE BLADDER SUCH AS DAYTIME URINARY FREQUENCY, URGENCY, AND NOCTURIA.
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THINGS-TO-DO GUIDE: MAY 25 – 27
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street sweeper on social media, by tagging @ cityofpoco and using the hashtag #pocopublicworks. PoCo residents can also pick up a free bag of compost (proof of residency required). Visit portcoquitlam.ca/PWweek.
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Friday, May 25
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Women can learn how to get into the electrical trades at an open house at the Electrical Joint Training Committee (1405 Broadway St., Port Coquitlam), from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 604-5716540 or visit ejtc.org.
Take a look around the city of Port Moody’s works yard (3250 Murray St.) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. during Public Works Week. Admission is free; donations collected for the Share food bank. Visit portmoody.ca.
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Bring your bike to the Coquitlam Centre Aquatic Complex (1210 Pinetree Way) where HUB Cycling rep Jel Kocmaruk will give you a free lesson on how to maintain your twowheeled vehicle at one of the city’s new public bike stations, from 10 a.m. to noon. Register at signmeup.coquitlam.ca (bar code 631126).
Enjoy carnival games and pony rides and take part in a cake walk at Cape Horn elementary (155 Finnigan St., Coquitlam) for its carnival fundraiser from 3 to 7 p.m. Call 604-526-4428.
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Folk, American and Irish tunes will be performed by the Maple Ridge band Shades of Green — made up of Lucy Rowley, Caden Knudson, Bryan Barrow and Darren Exley — at the Crossroads Coffeehouse, a fundraiser for the Crossroads Hospice Society. The event at the Gathering Place in Leigh Square Community Arts Village (beside PoCo city hall) is from 7 to 10 p.m. Admission at the door is $5. Visit crossroadshospicesociety.com.
MAILLARDVILLE FUN
Place Maillardville takes over Laval Square (1200 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam) for its family fun days with Will Stroet and the Backyard Band, and Dianna David: Red Ball Movement headlining the entertainment. Sponsored in part by The Tri-City News, the event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free. Call 604-933-6166 or visit placemaillardville.ca.
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Students with Coquitlam’s Lindbjerg Academy of Performing Arts show their acting, singing and dancing chops at the Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr., Port Moody) in Aladdin Jr. and The Odd Couple tonight at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $22 for both productions. Call 604-777-2211 or visit lindbjergacademy.com.
Tri-City teens can spend their Saturday night painting with neon acrylics and learning how to make cool crafts at Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam), courtesy of the Youth Arts Council.
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The Putnam County Spelling Bee is the spring offering by students at Port Coquitlam’s Broadway Bound studio, running at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) tonight and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets at $25/$20, call the box office at 604-927-6555 or visit evergreenculturalcentre.ca.
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Saturday, May 26 Search for great deals in the front yards of Coquitlam residents during the annual city-wide garage sale, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. A map of the participating householders can be found at coquitlam.ca/garagesale.
PUBLIC WORKS
Do you know where our drinking water comes
from? Learn about pipes and major capital projects at the city of Port Coquitlam’s public works yard during Public Works Week. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., visitors can tour the yard (1737 Broadway St.), take part in hands-on displays, check out heavy machines and enjoy the free family-fun activities including tractor-pulled hay rides. Funds raised from the hot dog BBQ will be donated to the Tri-City Transitions Society. And there will be a shred-a-thon and recycling drop-off, with proceeds for Share. Don’t forget to enter an idea for names for the city’s new
About two dozen food trucks roll into Coquitlam Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, east side of Lafarge Lake) for the second annual Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival in Coquitlam. The feast runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and includes bands, an artisan market and kids’ fun (including a visit from Paw Patrol at 3:30 p.m.). Visit fvfoodtruckfestival.com.
NEW PARK
Burke Mountain Pioneer Park (3000 Highland Dr., Coquitlam) officially opens to the public — and the city hosts a celebration of the new 4.4-acre green space from 1 to 3 p.m. Originally owned by the Hoigaard family and known as the Ranch property, the land was redeveloped into see ms walk in pm, page 24
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Hand over your empties to the 1st Port Coquitlam Scouts, which will set up their bottle drive from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Kilmer elementary school (1575 Knappen St., Port Coquitlam). For pick-up, call 604-704-5972.
a park for $3.1 million, with the city and Wesbild Holdings sharing the bill. Visit coquitlam.ca.
ALL TOGETHER NOW
Choral Connections, an 80-voice choir under the baton of conductor Ingrid Gay, has its annual spring concert at 2 p.m. in the Terry Fox Theatre (1260 Riverwood Gate, Port Coquitlam. For tickets, visit brownpapertickets.com.
NATURE HIKE
Join members of the Friends of DeBoville Slough on a leisurely walk along the north side of DeBoville Slough to the Pitt River, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. And don’t forget your binoculars to view the wildlife. Meet at the kiosk on the north side of the slough. Visit fodbs.org.
FOR TEENS
Teens can grab a paint brush and create glowin-the-dark art, learn hip hop moves and build animated flip books using Post-It Notes at Art After Dark!, an gathering hosted by the Youth Arts Council at Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam) from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Snacks and prizes will be handed out. Admission is free. Register by calling 604-664-1636 or visit brownpapertickets.com.
LATIN MOVES
Alberto Gonzalez and Teresa Szfler of Hot Salsa Dance Zone rip up the dance floor in the rehearsal hall at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) for their weekly party; a lesson starts at 8 p.m. with the dance continuing from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Parking is free or hop on the Evergreen Extension to Lafarge Lake-Douglas. No partner needed. Admission is $10. Visit hotsalsadancezone.com.
Sunday, May 27 BATTER UP!
Support the Major A division of Coquitlam Little League at their tournament finals today at Mackin Yard in Mackin Park (1046 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam). Visit coquitlamlittleleague.ca.
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Celebrate the Polish culture and heritage at Leigh Square in Port Coquitlam on Sunday afternoon.
HERE FISHY
Bring your rod, tackle and bait to Como Lake in Coquitlam for the annual fishing derby hosted by the Coquitlam Festival Society, Kinsmen Club of Coquitlam, PoCo District Hunting and Fishing Club and the city. The free event, from 7 a.m. to noon, is geared to kids 16 and under; a pancake breakfast will be served for a nominal charge. Visit festivalcoquitlam.ca.
MARKET FRESH
Grab a grocery bag and fill up on fresh produce and meats at the weekly Coquitlam Farmers Market, running from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot at Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave.). Visit makebakegrow.com.
Motorcyclists with a valid Class 6 licence can work on their slow-speed control drills with the Port Moody Police Department, Coquitlam RCMP and ICBC in the Tri-Cities Motorcycle Challenge, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the ICBC Driver Licensing Office (1930 Oxford Conn., Port Coquitlam). The event is staged during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. A streetlegal motorcycle and safety gear are required. Call 604-461-3456 (Sgt. Travis Carroll) or 604945-1550 (Cpl. Nancy Joyce).
MS WALK
Start the week off right by exercising and supporting a great cause. The MS Walk to raise funds for Canadians living with multiple sclerosis (MS) starts at 10:30 a.m. at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody), with registration for the family-friendly trek opening at 9 a.m. Visit mswalks.ca.
NAP TIME
Get tips from Agnes The Mama Coach on how to get your newborn or toddler to sleep. Her free
talk is in Room 137 in the City Centre branch of the Coquitlam Public Library (1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) from 11 a.m. to noon. Visit themamacoach.ca.
OAKDALE BASH
It’s neighbours day in the historic enclave of Oakdale and Coquitlam residents can meet at Oakdale Park (835 North Rd.) for the 7th annual get-together from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to hear the music and build a bird house. Admission is free.
POLISH FEST
Costumed dancers and musicians will liven up Leigh Square Community Arts Village (2253 Leigh Sq., beside PoCo city hall) from 1 to 9:30 p.m. for the annual Polish Culture and Heritage Day. Presented by the Polonez Tri-City Polish Association and supported by the Consulate General of the Republic of Poland and the city of Port Coquitlam, the event also includes the White Eagle Band from Victoria and an outdoor dance party with DJ Tym, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Traditional food and beverages will be available for purchase. Visit poloneztri-city.org.
STAGE AND SCREEN
Hear some of the best songs from the movies and musical theatre shows over the past 50 years at a spring concert by the Dogwood Songsters. The show starts at 1:30 p.m. in the Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam). Tickets are $6 (free for kids under 10). Call 604-927-6098 or visit dogwood50plus.com.
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TORCA, a non-profit mountain bike advocacy group based in the Tri-Cities, hosts its annual fundraiser from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Burrard Public House (2414 St. Johns St., Port Moody). Tickets at $25 support the local trail network. Visit torca.ca.
BC HIGHLAND GAMES
KICK OFF CEILIDH BEER GARDEN Live Celtic Music with Whistler’s Ruckus Deluxe
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Coquitlam’s Elizabeth Hyun Woo Han is now a graduate of the prestigious Royal Military College. Officer Cadet Han, who was one of 300 students graduating from the Kingston, Ont., institution and obtained a BA (Honours) in business administration, will make her career in Petawawa.
LITTLE LIBRARY POPS UP IN BELCARRA VILLAGE
Belcarra kids opened the village’s first free mini library last Friday, said Jol Drake. The handcrafted boxes, which he built with his children, are a common sight now in the Tri-Cities to encourage early literacy in open spaces.
UKE DONATIONS
More than $33,000 was swung in this month at the fifth annual SD43/KidSport Charity Golf Classic at the Westwood Plateau Golf and Country Club in Coquitlam. The funds will help 90 kids in financial need register for a season of sports. jcleugh@tricitynews.com
Coquitlam-PoCo MP Ron McKinnon joined civic and religious leaders as well as Syrian refugees to launch a new Tri-Cities Friends of Refugees Task Group project: fixing up four homes for new Canadians.
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Bill Dick and Lora Covinha (right) of Phoenix Truck & Crane gave $36,190 to the Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation. The gift wraps up the foundation’s $90,940 goal for a new portable ultrasound machine.
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The Cutie Circle — a Coquitlam-based ukulele group — held a jamboree at Port Coquitlam’s Terry Fox Library on Tuesday to celebrate its recent donation. The musicians gave the Fraser Valley Regional Library, of which the Fox library is a member, 21 ukulele kits thanks to sponsors Kings Music and the city of New Westminster. Heather Scoular, director of FVRL’s customer experience, said in a news release its uke lending program “has seen an amazing customer uptake with the kits being borrowed over 1,760 times. The Circle’s donation of an additional 21 kits will allow even more of our customers to experience this wonderful little instrument.”
A team from Hillcrest middle school in Coquitlam is with seven other SD43 groups for the world finals of the Odyssey of the Mind contest this week. The teams earned a spot at the championships after winning the provincials.
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Dennis Baker, president of the Burnaby Lougheed Lions Club, this month handed over $1,000 to Maura Fitzpatrick, fundraising manager for the Coquitlam-based Children of the Street Society, for its antisexual exploitation workshops. To date, the group has presented $3,000 to the nonprofit organization headed up by Diane Sowden, a Coquitlam school trustee.
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Books Plus runs in The TriCity News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.
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• June Tech Club — Introduction to Robots and Sphero Sprk+: Come play with our new Sphero robots and use block coding to make them move, light up and make noise. Students must bring their own blue tooth enabled smart phone or tablet to download the free Sphero Edu app. Happening Friday, June 1 between 2 and 3 p.m. in Room 136 at the City Centre branch. Register at coqlibrary.ca. • Summer Reading Club Registration Begins June 1: Our kick-off party happens on Saturday, June 23, starting at Poirier branch between 10 and 11:30 a.m. and then repeating at City Centre branch between 2 and 3:30 p.m. Drop in, register for the club and participate in activities that celebrate the beginning of the summer reading season. • Middle Schoolers Only Summer Reading Club: If you are finishing grade 5, 6, 7 or 8 this year, you can register for the Middle Schoolers Only Summer Reading Club at the Help Desk starting June 1. For more information, contact librarian Chris Miller at 604554-7339 or email cmiller@ coqlibrary.ca. • Teen Quiz Night: Happens Thursday, June 28 between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. in Rooms 136 and 137 at the City Centre branch. Relax with friends and answer general interest questions at our annual Teen Quiz Night. For teams of teens in grades 9, 10, 11 or 12. Register a team of two to six members by contacting librarian Chris Miller at 604-554-7339 or email cmiller@coqlibrary.ca with the members’ names and grades. Drinks and snacks will be provided. For more information about any of these programs, visit
METRO CREATIVE
On June 12, the Port Moody Public Library and Seniors First BC will hold a workshop focusing on frauds and scams aimed at older adults. The event takes place between 2 and 3:30 p.m. For more information and to reserve a seat call 604-469-4577. www.coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
PORT MOODY
• Seniors First BC — Frauds and Scams: Join us on Tuesday, June 12 between 2 and 3:30 p.m. for this workshop. Seniors First BC will provide older adults with information to protect their finances, to recognize and respond to financial abuse and to access resources for further assistance. It will focus on common scams targeting older adults and strategies to deal with scams and how to check for counterfeit bank notes. Call 604-469-4577 to reserve a seat. • SHARE English Practice Group for Adults – Drop-in: Looking for a place to practice speaking English? SHARE English Practice Groups at Port Moody Public Library meet every Friday in the month of June. All levels are welcome to drop in to the library’s ParkLane Room between 9:30 and 11 a.m. Join other English learners in this free program hosted by SHARE volunteers. Enjoy conversations with other participants and the group leader. You will also find out more about your community in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Call SHARE at 604-9363900 for more information.
• SFU Philosopher’s Café — How Much Discipline do We Need in Our Lives?: SFU Philosopher’s Café brings the best of SFU to you. This month’s café will discuss discipline. How much discipline do we need in our lives? Is it the same for everyone or different for each person? Does it make a difference if the discipline is applied externally or internally? Moderator Keith Caspell will lead the discussion on June 4 between 7 and 8:30 p.m. in the library’s ParkLane Room. No registration required. For more information, visit library.portmoody.ca or call 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.
TERRY FOX
• Kids Lego Club: We have the Lego, you bring your imagination to the Terry Fox Library. Try out our new KEVAplanks too! Kids ages 5 to 10 are welcome. Drop-in. • Ukulele Jam: All “uked” up and no place to jam? All levels of experience are welcome at Terry Fox Library for our fun and relaxed ukulele circle. For more information, visit www.fvrl.bc.ca or the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page. Terry Fox Library is located 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. Phone 604927-7999.
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Lots of newcomers at this year’s farmers markets
Try this delicious savoury galette with a spring green salad. It’s a great way to combine many market ingredients into a lovely lunch or light dinner. I have made it before and adapted the recipe from eatyourselfskinny.com
ZUCCHINI, SQUASH & RICOTTA GALETTE Serves 12 INGREDIENTS
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Crust: 1½ cups whole wheat flour ¼ tsp salt 8 tbsp butter, cold 2 oz. Neufchatel Cheese from Golden Ears (try the herbed one to make it even more interesting) ¼ cup of ice water, adding an additional tablespoon if necessary
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he market season is off to a great start. All the lovely sun has given the farmers a boost and every week brings a greater selection of fresh, locally grown food — even cauliflower. Let’s have a look at what is available already. One of our newest summer vendors, Crisp Organics has a great stall full of lovely spring things. Rhubarb, green onions, lovage, kales, spinach are available, as well as parsnips and burdock root. Burdock root is interesting; a tea can made from it that is said to help with digestive issues. Lovage is another cool plant; also known as sea parsley, the leaves and stem of the lovage plant add an intense, celery-like flavour to soups, stews and stocks or pork and poultry dishes. It can also be used to enhance the flavour of potato dishes. How about a new potato salad seasoned with lovage? Another relative newcomer, Aslan Organics, has a great selection of salad greens already bagged and ready to go.
SAVOURY GALETTE AND GREEN SALAD
Filling: 2 medium zucchini
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Hundreds of shoppers are already taking advantage of the products on offer at the Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam farmers markets. Have you ever had tatsoi? It’s is a versatile green and may be used similarly to spinach, served raw, steamed, sautéed, braised or stir-fried. It makes an excellent accompaniment to other salad greens such as spinach, arugula, watercress, pea tendrils and mizuna. Its tangy and peppery notes pair well with citrus, crisp cool ingredients such as apple, fennel and mint, warm flavours that are abundantly found in chiles, garlic and allspice. Pair tatsoi with ingredients rich in umami such as scallops, mushrooms, seaweed, sesame and braised meats. Fermented ingredients such as fish sauce, soy sauce and vinegars are also complimentary matches (specialtyproduce.com). Try sautéeing it in a bit of Aji and Koji salt to
bring out its flavour. Both Aji Gourmet Products and Koji Fine Foods will be at market this summer, too. Market favourite Forstbauer Farms are straddling the seasons, bringing with it winter beets as well as zucchini, rhubarb, spinach and arugula, One of my favourite ways to eat zucchini these days is to spiralize it; you quickly sautéed in olive oil and served with a generous topping of bolognese sauce and you have delicious, carb-free meal. Try serving it with Sweet Thea’s new peasant bread if you have to have the carbs. Lastly, Never Say Die has an abundance of peppers. Bright red and orange peppers bring such flavour and colour to your plate. A super fast meal
is as easy as stir-frying peppers and onion in a garlicky oil-based dressing ( a KICS dressing perhaps?), tossing in some spot prawns and finishing it off with a bit of Golden Ears Cheesecrafters butter to add a bit of richness. Serve over rice with a spring salad on the side. Super easy. Something to look forward to are strawberries. They will be ready soon. Mandair Farms says the countdown is on and they could be at market this weekend. That is when you know summer is truly on its way. Karen Curtis is the Lemonade Lady (www.kicslemonade.ca and kicslemonade. blogspot.ca) at the Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam farmers markets. Her column runs monthly.
1 clove garlic 1 cup ricotta cheese 1 tbsp honey 1 egg white 1 tbsp fresh thyme ¾ c shredded cheese of your choice, also from Golden Ears Egg wash: 1 egg yolk 1 tsp. water Topping: 1 tbsp olive oil Fresh basil
INSTRUCTIONS In a medium bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until mixture looks like course chunks and then cut in cream cheese. Butter and cream cheese will resemble pea-like chunks in the flour; then mix in ¼ cup of ice water. Feel free to add an additional tablespoon of water, if needed. Shape dough into a disc, cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge. While dough is sitting in the fridge, make your filling. Slice zucchini , laying out your slices on sheets of paper towels. Sprinkle a little salt on each piece and let sit for 30 minutes, allowing paper towels to soak up the water. Blot dry after the allotted time has passed and set aside. For the filling, whisk together ricotta cheese, egg white, garlic, honey, thyme and cheese. Set aside. Preheat oven to 400 F. Lightly flour your surface and roll out your dough until it is a 12- to 14-inch circle. Place rolled dough on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper and spread ricotta mixture over dough, leaving about 2 inches from the edge. Arrange zucchini over top of the mixture, overlapping as needed and fold over the edges of the pie crust. You want your pie to look like an even circle. Whisk together egg yolk and a teaspoon of water and brush mixture over top of the crust. Drizzle a bit of olive oil on top and place pie in the oven for about 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle fresh basil, if desired. Enjoy.
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become vice-principal at Walton elementary. • Elspeth Anjos is moving from acting-principal at Birchland elementary to principal at Birchland; Heather Birnie moves from principal at Pleasantside to principal at Mountain Meadows; Tara Fisher moves from principal at Delta school district to principal at Meadowbrook elementary; Don Hutchinson moves from principal at Ranch Park elementary to principal at Eagle Ridge; Robert Killawee moves from vice-principal at Surrey school district to principal at Ranch Park elementary; Kate McMeiken moves from principal at Mountain Meadows to principal at Central; Jody Moss moves from vice-principal at Port Moody secondary to principal at Mountain View elementary; Theresa Roberts moves from vice-principal at Scott Creek middle to acting principal at RC Macdonald elementary; Anita Strang returns from a leave of absence to become principal at Alderson elementary; and Ceri Watkins moves from principal at RC Macdonald to principal at Pleasantside. At the middle school level:
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• Carnival fundraiser for Cape Horn elementary school, 155 Finnigan St., Coquitlam, 3-7 p.m.; carnival games and prizes, pony rides, bouncy castle, cake walk, cotton candy, concession and more. Fun for the whole family, rain or shine.
SUNDAY, MAY 27
• Friends of DeBoville Slough nature walk, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; a relaxed walk along the north side of DeBoville Slough to the Pitt River and possibly farther; along the way, participants will look for birds, look at plants and discuss the natural habitat of the slough. The event will go rain or shine unless it is pouring; dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear, bring binoculars if you have them. Meet at the kiosk on the north side of DeBoville Slough. Info: info@ fodbs.org. • Tri-Cities MS Walk, Rocky Point Park, Port Moody; checkin begins at 9 a.m., walk start at 10:30 a.m.; this walk is a family-oriented, community-supported event that raises funds in support of the fight to end MS. Participants can choose from varying route lengths, including a wheelchair-accessible route for participants using mobility aids. Info: mswalks.ca. • 1st Port Coquitlam Scouts bottle drive, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Kilmer elementary, Port Coquitlam. Scouts will be collecting refundable bottles and cans door-to-door in the south PoCo area to raise money for Scouting activities. For assured pickup call 604-704-5972 ir spaci1701@yahoo.com. • Dogwood Songsters spring concert, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion, 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam. The Dogwood Songsters have prepared a program featuring tunes from movies and musicals from the last 50 years, including Titanic, Chicago and Fiddler on the Roof. Tickets: $6.
MONDAY, MAY 28
• Tri-City Photo Club meets in the Drama Room at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., 7:30 p.m. – guests are always welcome. Feature: Special FX demo night; participants will
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The Tri-Cities-Ridge Meadows Walk for ALS will be held on Sunday, June 3 at Riverside secondary in Port Coquitlam. Registration starts at 10 a.m. and the walk will begin at 11 a.m. Volunteers will also be organizing various activities for participants of all ages. This is the 8th annual event, which raises funds for patient services and ALS research. For more information go to www.walkforals.ca. rotate through three special effect stations: Steve will show how he creates wine glass sloshing images. Elizabeth will show how to freeze the action of a water balloon popping. And Harry will show how he composites two images using a green screen and Photoshop. Info: www.tricityphotoclub.ca.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 30
• Free fraud prevention talk by Coquitlam RCMP, 2 p.m., Club Bel Âge, Place Maillardville, 1200 Cartier Ave, Coquitlam. Learn how to protect yourself from identity theft, how to spot a scam, what to do if you’ve fallen for a scam, how to stay safe when shopping online. RSVP: Lisa, 604-933-6169. • Moody Centre Community Association AGM, 7-8:30 p.m., 125 Kyle St., Port Moody. A great opportunity to connect with Moody Centre neighbours and discuss issues. Memberships: $5. For more information email mcca.pm@ gmail.com.
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• Show & Shine, Centennial secondary school parking lot, 6-9 p.m.; registration for car owners ($15/vehicle) starts at 4:30 p.m.). Hot dogs, burgers, refreshments available by donation. All proceeds go to the Geoff McElgunn Scholarship.
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• Crossroads Hospice shredding event, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Coquitlam Centre mall, (southwest parking lot, near Johnson and Lougheed; clear out your office of old paper, magazines and tax files and have them shredded – by donation – confidentially by Shred-It mobile shredding services. Proceeds help fund free community grief
support groups provided by Crossroads Hospice Society. Info: crossroadshospicesociety. com/calendar. •Tri-City Wordsmiths Meeting, 2-4:30 p.m., Terry Fox Library (2470 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam). Local award-winning children’s writer Norma Charles will present Scene Buidling: A Powerful Tool in the Writer’s Toolbox. Info: www.tri-citywordsmiths.ca. • Lazuil Bunting Walk, 9-11 a.m., Colony Farm Regional Park. Searching for migratory birds during two-hour guided walk. Bring binocular and meet in front of the community gardens at the end of Colony Farm Road.
MONDAY, JUNE 4 • Municipal Pension Retirees Association District 25 Tri-Cities meeting at ABC Country Restaurant (300-100 Schoolhouse St., Coquitlam) at 11 a.m.
TUESDAY, JUNE 5 • Have you considered becoming a foster family? There are children and youth in the TriCities 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. • Keeping Seniors Safe, 2-3:30 p.m., Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd., PoCo. Participants learn how to identify abuse and neglect of seniors, while reviewing potential causes and intervention techniques. Info: www.fvrl.ca. see page 32
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• Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meeting, noon-9:30 p.m. at Canadian Royal Legion (1025 Ridgeway Ave., Coquitlam). Info: 604-937-0836. This will be the final meeting prior to summer break.
FRIDAY, JUNE 8
• Michelle and Lize Give Back to BC Women’s Hospital NICU pub night, 6:30 p.m., Micky’s Public House, 170 Golden Dr., Coquitlam; silent auction, 50/50 draw, door prizes. Tickets: $25, all proceeds go to BC Women’s NICU. Tickets: michelleaustin@telus.net or lizciulla@gmail.com. • Blakeburn elementary Family Carnival, 7:30-10:30 p.m., 1040 Riverside Dr., Port Coquitlam. There is something for all ages, including bouncy castles, pony rides, carnival game, barbecue and a live DF. Cash only event and there are no ATMs on site.
SATURDAY, JUNE 9
• Coquitlam Youth Orchestra Concert, Noon-4 p.m., Evergreen Cultural Centre, featuring Mozart Violin Concerto #3. Junior at noon, intermediate at 1:15 p.m., and seniors at 2:45 p.m. Tickets at Evergreen Cultural Centre box office. Info: www.coquitlamyouthorchestra.ca.
MONDAY, JUNE 11
• Tri-City Photo Club meets in the Drama Room at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., 7:30 p.m. – guests are always welcome. Feature: Portraits; this evening is a hands-on shooting session using both natural light outside and with the club lights and strobes inside. Bring your camera and a flash if you have one. Also, bring your bird/wildlife images to share. Info: www.tricityphotoclub.ca.
FRIDAY, JUNE 15
• St. Andrews United Church Fundraising Concert, 7-9 p.m., 2318 St. Johns St., port Moody. Tickets by donation. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Info: 604-9395513.
SATURDAY, JUNE 16
• Coquitlam Search and Rescue BBQ fundraiser, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Canadian Tire, King Edward and Lougheed, Coquitlam; meet SAR volunteers, see rescue activities and techniques for both young and seasoned hikers.
TUESDAY, JUNE 19
• Dogwood Garden Club meeting, 7 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion, 1655 Winslow Ave., City of Coquitlam arborist Tyler Rodger will be speaking about the city’s street gardening program. Info: dogwoodgardenclub. weebly.com. • One-Day Cancer Care Workshop, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Port Moody Public Library, 100 Newport Dr., Port Moody. Free workshop featuring medical doctors and a nutrition team. To register: 604734-7125.
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The Crossroads Hospice will be holding a shredding event on Saturday, June 2, between 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. in the southwest parking lot of Coquitlam Centre mall (near Johnson Avenue and Barnett Highway). Clear out your office of old paper, magazines and tax filings and have them shredded — by donation — confidentially by Shred-It mobile shredding services. Proceeds help fund free community grief support provided by Crossroads Hospice. For more information go to www.crossroadshospicesociety.com/ calendar. the way parents communicate between themselves in front of their children. The program includes a series of four two-hour workshops led by professional mediation/facilitators, trained in family dynamics. The target for the workshops is parents in continuing conflict. Info: Carol, 604-941-7111 or info@tricitytransitions.com. • Used books, CDs and DVDs wanted by Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary for fundraising sales. These items may be dropped off by the back wall beside the bookcase located outside of the gift shop (main lobby area) at ERH. • Parent Support Services Society of BC is looking for volunteer facilitators for its support groups. PSSSBC runs self-help circles located throughout the Lower Mainland and is searching for professional and supportive individuals to assist grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. Info: samrah. mian@parentsupportbc.ca. • Are you a new immigrant? Do you have questions, concerns and/or need help? Call RCCG Trinity Chapel at 604-4743131 on Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., or leave a message and someone will get back to you. The church can help or direct you to places where you could receive help. • RCCG Trinity Chapel is opening a food bank for individuals and families in need and appreciates gifts and support. If you are able to donate non-perishable food items, call 604-474-3131 or email rccgtrinitychapeloffice@gmail.com. • A group of elders who focus on working with youth within School District 43 welcomes anyone who has knowledge they want to share or who just wants to be involved. Group meets Fridays, 11 a.m., Wilson Centre, PoCo. Info: Carole, 604-376-6205 or Claudia, 604525-8163, or email: thestorytellingelders@gmail.com. • Tri-City Transitions is hosting Learning to Be the Best I Can Be, an ongoing peer support group for women who have experienced abuse or family conflict. Topics include: the impact of abuse, self-esteem, communication, listening skills and more, including ideas suggested by participants For more information or registration, call 604-941-6311. • Tri-City Transitions’ free Children Who Witness Abuse Program provides individual and group counselling for children ages 3 through 18 who have lived in a family where they have been witness to physical, emotional, mental or verbal abuse. Through support, education and counselling children will have the opportunity to heal the emotional wounds of relationship violence, build self-esteem and to stop the intergenerational cycle of abuse. Info: 604-941-7111. • Registration is ongoing for boys and girls for the 5th Coquitlam Scouting group for the Beaver Colony (K–Grade 2), Cub Pack (Grades 3–5) and Scout Troop (Grades 6–8). This Scouting group meets at Baker Drive elementary school, 885 Baker Dr., Coquitlam. Info: casa-
nna@shaw.ca. • Girl Guides takes registrations on an ongoing basis for Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, Rangers and adult
women volunteers. Training and mentoring available for new volunteers. Info: www.girlguides.ca or call 1-800-565-8111. • Kiddies Korner Pre-school still has spaces available. Info: 604-941-4919 or info@kkp.ca. • Tri-City Transitions is offering groups for both parents and children who are going through separation and divorce. Groups will help children cope with this confusing time and understand their feelings. Info: Kathy, 604941-7111, Ext. 106.
CLUBS • Tri-City Strummers meet every Wednesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. to sing and play ukuleles at The Club (meeting place for adults 50+), 101 Noons Creek
Dr., Port Moody. All levels are welcome to join this fun and friendly group. A small kitchen offers lunch. Info: Ellen, 39lndanz@gmail.com or Maggie, maggiebrinton@gmail.com. • Tri-Cities Women’s Friendship Club is an active social group for mature women. Info: irene525@telus.net. • 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. • Pacific Digital Photography
Club meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, 7:30 p.m., in the drama room at Port Moody secondary school. Guests always welcome. Visit www.pdpc.ca for additional info on PDPC and for a listing of club meeting dates and speakers. • Coquitlam Gogos meet the third Wednesday of each month at Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam, 1-3 p.m. Gogos raise awareness and money for African grandmothers caring for children orphaned by AIDS by supporting the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. Info: coquitlamgogos@gmail.com.
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The future of Port Coquitlam sports is bright, if the stars of its past are any indication, says the executive director of PoCo Sports Alliance, Ryan Clark. And tonight (Friday) six of those stars are being celebrated at the Terry Fox Theatre when they’re inducted as the first class of the new Port Coquitlam Sports Hall of Fame. Clark said the inaugural induction ceremony is a bit of a coming out party for Port Coquitlam’s sporting community at every level. “We want to become known as one of the best sporting communities in Western Canada,” Clark said. “Port Coquitlam bleeds pride.” That starts with a strong base of volunteers who help make sports happen in the community, from coaches to association board members to parents who cut oranges for halftime snacks. Their dedication often continues long after their own direct link to a sport — either through a child or family member participating — has moved on to other pursuits. That helps build a foundation for success, Clark said. “It’s a small town, but if you look at the results of the level of teams, they swing way above their weight.” And they do it in a variety of sports, from lacrosse to ringette to swimming and volleyball. Clark said coming up with the five athletes and one builder who comprise the hall’s charter members was a
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Bret Anderson (football) — After starring for the football and basketball teams at Terry Fox secondary school, Anderson played college football at Simon Fraser University and then 13 years
in the Canadian Football League where he won the Grey Cup in 2000 and 2006. Mike Gates (lacrosse) — Gates won several scoring and most valuable player titles after he joined the Coquitlam Adanacs in 1965 following a four-year stint with the New Westminster Salmonbellies. He was a Western Lacrosse Association first all-star six times. Port Coquitlam’s Gates Park is named after him. Christopher Rinke (wrestling) — Rinke is a six-time
national wrestling champion. He won gold in the 1982 Commonwealth Games, bronze in the 1983 Pan American Games and bronze in the 1984 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles. He also finished fourth at the 1986 world championships and he’s a member of the SFU and Canadian Wrestling halls of fame. Tina Connelly (track and field) — The cross country runner of the year in British Columbia in 1996 and 1997, Connelly went on to win
challenge — not to find them but to whittle down a long list that will populate the honour for several years to come. The list was built in collaboration with the Port Coquitlam Heritage Society, which was charged with doing much of the research into the contri-
butions and achievements of local athletes and volunteers over the years. It was a natural fit, Clark said, especially with the work the society had done to prepare its current museum exhibition celebrating the city’s sporting heritage. Their findings were then
passed on to a committee comprised of people in Port Coquitlam’s sporting community as well as officials from the city for consideration. They had the unenviable task of parsing the names out over several years. “We know each year we’re
Terry Fox — Before his famous attempt to run across Canada, Fox was a distance runner and basketball player for his high school and at Simon Fraser University.
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bronze in the 10,000m race at the 1999 Pan American Games and then finished 37th at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia. Dan Payne (wrestling and football) — Payne parlayed his success on the wrestling mat at SFU where he was a national NAIA champion, into a successful career in football, which he played at Purdue University and then for 14 years in the CFL where he was a member of four Grey Cup champions.
going to have some quality,” Clark said. Of course any list of Port Coquitlam’s sporting heroes has to begin with the late Terry Fox, Clark said. His courageous effort to run across Canada in 1980 to raise money for cancer research after he lost his right
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A Coquitlam Adanacs runner tries to work his way around New Westminster Salmonbellies defender Ryan Wilkinson in the first period of their BC Junior A Lacrosse League game, Tuesday at Queen’s Park Arena in New West. The Adanacs lost the game, 7-5.
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Fans heading to the senior Adanacs season opener on Saturday at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex may want to pick up a program. There’s no shortage of new faces, both behind the bench and on the floor as the Western Lacrosse Association team looks to improve on its five wins and 13 losses last season. Bob Bell is the team’s new coach, one of three new bench bosses in the league this season. New Westminster and Langley also have new head coaches. Bell comes to the Adanacs after working as an assistant for the Langley Thunder last year. Before that he was the head coach of the Port Coquitlam Saints of the BCJALL following several years of success guiding that organization’s intermediate team that culminated in a provincial championship in 2014. Bell’s assistant will be his former boss in Langley, Shaun Springett. Prior to heading the Thunder, Springett had success at the junior level in Coquitlam, New West and
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the cost of being book smart. Disappointed with the result, Coquitlam coach Pat Coyle was still pleased with the effort, considering his lineup remains bereft of 10 starters. “(New West) played well, their goalie played well, but I don’t know if it says anything,” said Coyle. “We’re missing 10 guys so it’s hard to judge, but it was a good opportunity for some guys to show how they match up at this level.” Key among the missing are offensive stars Thomas Semple, finishing his freshman year at the University of Denver, John Hofseth at Seton Hill, Baden Boyenko at Genesse University and team captain Reid Bowering of Drexel University. All are expected back within the next four weeks. The Adanacs scored first but found themselves playing catch-up most of the night. Tied 2-2 midway through the second, the ’Bellies grabbed a
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It’s just their first meeting of the season, but Tuesday’s showdown between the Coquitlam Adanacs and the New Westminster Salmonbellies laid the groundwork for more battles ahead. The two B.C. junior A lacrosse titans — who’ve been dance partners for the provincial title for nearly a decade — exchanged shots and knocks before the ’Bellies emerged as 7-5 victors at Queen’s Park Arena. And while Coquitlam has held the upperhand on the provincial stage and a couple of Minto Cup titles in that span, Tuesday’s result is less a sign of the worm turning than it is of
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when he shouldn’t have (on the shorthanded goal).” Encouraging was the fact that the defence and netminder Christian Del Bianco held the ’Bellies to seven goals and limited the electric duo of Leclaire, a recent acquisition and 2016 league scoring champion, and Carter Dickson to just one goal. “We held our own, and I think defensively there’s a good take-away from (the game),” added Coyle. Armstrong finished with two goals and three assists, while Kyle Nichols added a single. Coquitlam out shot New West 38-37. Coquitlam, who bounced back by trouncing Delta on Wednesday, 19-4, hosts Nanaimo on Sunday, 5 p.m. at the Poirier Sports Centre. The surprising 4-1-2 Port Coquitlam Saints, meanwhile, entertain the Langley Thunder on Friday, 8 p.m. at the PoCo Rec Centre.
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3-2 lead on Tre Leclaire’s 10th of the season. Gabe Procyk countered just over a minute later, but New West snapped in two tallies within 36 seconds, including a powerplay goal by Keegan Bell. The game winner came off the stick of Cam Garlin, who upped the lead to 6-3 with a shorthanded effort 5:28 into the third. While the visitors got markers by Dennon Armstrong and Jalen Chaster in the third to close the gap to one, New West added insurance with 5:33 left on another Bell shot. New West is also missing a handful of starters at university, but the absences on Coquitlam’s side of the ledger, including virtually the entire starting right side, has made the 3-1-1 start understandable, although not acceptable. “We had 18 guys but we’re missing some big players,” said Coyle. “We’re still trying to work the kinks out, and one of our offensive guys came off
Delta, where he was named the BCJALL’s coach of the year in 2012. They’ll be in charge of a team comprised of proven veterans like Matt Delmonico, Mike Krgovich, Coady Adamson and Brian Gillis who will be pushed by newcomers like Sam De Groot and Jeremy Bosher. De Groot was the second pick overall in last February’s WLA draft, but Adanacs general manager Mike Petrie said the former PoCo Saint may have been the best two-way player available. He scored 25 goals and added 26 assists in 17 games in his last year of junior. Bosher was a star in junior with the New West Jr. Salmonbellies where he amassed 224 points in 59 career games. The Adanacs plucked him late in the draft’s second around, another steal according to Petrie, who had the righthanded forward ranked between eighth and 10th overall. In the defensive end, the Adanacs believe they have a goalie of the future in Andrew Gallant, whom they selected from the PoCo Saints with their second pick in the draft’s first round. Game time Saturday is 7 p.m. The opening face-off will be preceeded by a tribute to longtime Adanacs icon, Les Wingrove, who passed away last April.
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