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Mom wants answers in daughter’s murder Brianna Kinnear was killed 10 years ago this weekend in Coq. Gary McKenna gmckenna@tricitynews.com
Carol Kinnear has many questions about her daughter’s violent death and believes there is someone out there with the answers. Sunday will be 10 years since Brianna Kinnear was shot while sitting in a truck on Oxford Street in Coquitlam and her murder remains unsolved. Every February, her mother puts a commemorative notice in the newspaper to keep her daughter’s memory alive and to encourage anyone with information to come forward and speak with investigators. “It’s so people don’t forget,” she told The Tri-City News. “Maybe there is somebody out there who remembers or feels remorse or needs to say
Laura Hughes holds several of the prayer shawls knitted by volunteers at St. Clare of Assisi Catholic church in Coquitlam. The shawls have been distributed to cancer patients in the Tri-Cities, across Canada and in 16 countries. For more on the shawls and the people who make them, see story, page 29. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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something.” Kinnear has just as many questions today as she did back in 2009 when she received a call from one of Brianna’s friends informing her that her daughter had been killed. Shortly before her death, the 22-year-old received a conditional sentence for drug trafficking and was dating well-known gangster Jesse Margison. Her body was found in her girlfriend’s vehicle, which Brianna had been driving. Investigators have been unable to confirm whether the bullets were intended for Brianna or the owner of the truck, or if it was some kind of message to her boyfriend. “I don’t know if I will ever get any answers,” Kinnear said. “I have said to [police], I am not letting you put this on the back burner. I want you to know that I still want some answers.” see
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The Kwikwetlem First Nation, along with representatives from the province, dedicated a canoe Tuesday at the Healing Spirit House at Riverview. The hand-carved, ocean-going canoe will be installed in the facility’s gym as a symbol of reconciliation with the province. “In our view, reconciliation goes two ways,” Kwikwetlem Chief Ron Giesbrecht said. “The province has demonstrated a willingness to work with KFN to right the wrongs of the past and dedication of this KFN canoe for display at the Healing Spirit House is our way of showing appreciation for our new relationship with the province.” The Healing Spirit House will have 38 beds available for First Nations youth experiencing mental health issues. The canoe, carved from a single log, is a handful for the volunteers carrying it. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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Brianna’s relationship and her safety were constant topics of discussion with her mother. On more than one occasion, Kinnear said her daughter told her that women are not targeted and that she was safe from harm. “She really thought they don’t shoot girls,” she said. However, Kinnear noted during her weekly visits to Brianna’s home that she would often keep the blinds drawn, even when it was sunny outside. “I know I was afraid for her,” she said. “I am sure she was afraid for herself, too.” Kinnear is critical of how
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people, “she didn’t deserve what she got.” Because of her daughter’s decisions, she said as a mother, “It is almost like you don’t deserve to mourn
because they aren’t innocent victims.” Brianna was trying to turn her life around and training to become a makeup artist. But every time she would take a few steps forward, Kinnear said, the lure of money and the lifestyle would draw her back in. By telling her story, Kinnear hopes to discourage other young people from following a similar path so families can avoid having to endure what she has lived through over the last decade. She worked with the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit on videos and communication pieces for their End Gang Life cam-
paign and said today there are more resources for people looking to extricate themselves from that world. Kinnear will occasionally receive a call from a mother whose child finds themselves in a similar situation as Brianna. She said she tries to help but admits there is only so much a parent can do. With Brianna, she said, she always made sure to keep the relationship open and avoid ultimatums that might push her child away. “I didn’t want to lose her,” she said. “She was my only daughter. I wanted to maintain a relationship with her. I always knew she would need me at some point.”
Kinnear said she has kept Brianna’s ashes at her home, a place where her daughter had always told her she felt safe. She is waiting for charges to be laid or for the case to be closed before spreading the remains at a final resting place. Finding the person or people responsible for Brianna’s murder may not change how she feels but Kinnear said it would help bring closure for the family. “Anyone who loves someone who has been murdered wants that person to pay for that,” she said. “He took Brianna’s life but he also took my life. I am not the same person I was.”
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Traffic signals are critical to the safe and efficient movement of people and vehicles at major intersections— windstorms can cause power outages affecting the operation of traffic lights. During the peak of the Dec. 20 windstorm, 28 of Coquitlam’s traffic signals were affected by power outages during the afternoon rush (and at Christmas shopping peak). All but seven continued to run as if the power was on because they were equipped with backup batteries. This allowed motorists, pedestrians, and first responders to travel through these busy intersections safely. The seven traffic signals that went out were of the 20% that don’t yet have backup power supplies installed, the majority of which are on minor roads as our replacement program prioritized busier intersections to be done first. Stats Y 80% of the City’s 152 traffic signals are equipped with backup batteries including all signals along Lougheed Highway and Barnet Highway. Y Average cost to install a battery backup system is $8,000 with approximately $2,500 grant funding from ICBC under their Road Safety Improvements Program. Y The City expects to have 100% traffic lights equipped with a battery backup system by 2025. Safe Practices
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When traffic signals are not operational, drivers are reminded to apply the ‘all-way stop and yield to the driver on the right’ rule.
Did you know City Centre Aquatic Complex offers free ‘stroke correction’ guidance during drop-in swimming? Drop by the pool on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 9:30 – 10:15 p.m. and an instructor will be on-hand to give feedback and help you improve your swimming technique. The service is free with regular pool admission. Participants should have some swimming experience. coquitlam.ca/ccac TRAFFIC HOT SPOTS
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We’re working to improve the water supply system to continue to deliver safe and high quality drinking water to our residents and businesses. Phase one of upcoming water main work is scheduled to begin the week of Feb. 4 at the Lansdowne Drive and Guilford Way intersection. Phase two will progress 400m north up Lansdowne in the northbound lane and phase three will take place 300m west along Guilford in the eastbound curb lane. Pedestrians and drivers can expect minor delays and are asked to watch for dedicated traffic control personnel. coquitlam.ca/roadwork LOOKING OUT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
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Archeologist finds a different kind of historical memento
As an archeologist, Sharon Tokar is trained to find treasures hidden in the landscape. Her latest discovery is a distinctly Canadian artifact: a hockey puck, its outer edge wrapped in white hockey tape upon which is written in black marker the date of a player’s first goal ever. She would like to reunite it with its owner. Tokar found it last month while walking her 12-yearold golden lab, Rudy, behind the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex. “It was out of context,� she said, explaining why the puck caught her eye. “It didn’t look like it belonged.� Tokar said dog walkers are especially attuned to the surroundings on their regular routes as they scan the ground for things that might be a hazard to their pooches. Over the years, her twice-daily 30- to 45-minute strolls with Rudy have borne items like a bag of marijuana, a cigarette lighter shaped like a bullet, a daytimer, several lacrosse balls and countless
Sharon Tokar and her dog, Rudy, found a hockey puck commemorating someone’s firstever goal while walking behind the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex in Coquitlam last month. She’s hoping to reunite it with the goal scorer. maRIO baRtel/the tRI-cItY newS
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If you’re missing this treasured hockey memento and can identify the date of the milestone goal, contact The Tri-City News by emailing mbartel@tricitynews. com, and you will be connected with Sharon Tokar. bottles and cans. In fact, she collects the latter and the refunds pay for Rudy’s annual licence as well as a donation
to the local animal shelter. Tokar said she brought the hockey puck home and pondered what to do, adding she
thought about putting up a notice on the arena’s bulletin board, but worried it might get overlooked in the hubbub of the busy Christmas season. Now that’s finished, she’s renewing her effort to reunite the puck with its goal scorer. “It meant something to them,� she said of the memento. “For anyone, it’s like a valuable artifact.�
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Coquitlam’s battle with FortisBC over compensation for the company’s planned pipeline upgrades along Como Lake Avenue could continue even after the BC Utilities Commission rules on the matter later this year. During a council-in-committee meeting this week, city manager Peter Steblin said while he is optimistic BCUC will agree with the municipality’s arguments, the city could pursue the issue in the courts. “We’ll read BCUC’s decision carefully when it’s released,� he told The Tri-City News. “If we think the BCUC’s decision makes a legal error or doesn’t appreciate the project’s impact on Coquitlam, for example, those might be the kind of reasons we would consider instigating a court process.� Starting in March, Fortis is planning to upgrade 5.5 km of pipeline under Como Lake Avenue as part of a 20-km project that began in Vancouver. Construction crews have been making their way through Burnaby along Lougheed Highway over the last year.
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The company has already agreed to give Coquitlam $300,000 in community amenity contributions but that is not enough, according to the city. Staff have asked Fortis to completely repave Como Lake when it has completed its work and remove the old 20-inch pipe when the new 30-inch pipe is installed, which the company said would cost $77.5 million. Instead, Fortis intends to fill the old pipe with concrete and leave it in place, which the city said will increase maintenance costs every time utility work needs to be done under the road. Mayor Richard Stewart told staff during Monday’s meeting that once the pipe is filled with concrete, it is no longer a utility. He suggested the city look at charging Fortis rent for storing its old pipe under the road. “At that point, they are no longer a pipeline,� he said. Steblin concurred, noting that the city’s position is that the BCUC should not necessarily be “regulating inactive pipelines,� he said Monday. In a statement to The TriCity News, FortisBC said it is doing its best to minimize local impacts. The company also stated that it would repair any damage caused during construction “including restoring pavement as has been done in Vancouver and Burnaby for this project.�
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Council has adopted a Cannabis Establishment Policy that provides a framework for its future consideration of applications to amend the Zoning Bylaw to permit a cannabis use, including new cannabis retail outlets, cannabis manufacturing, and cannabis distribution facilities.
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The intent of the bylaw is to generally prohibit the use of premises in which cannabis product is kept or offered for sale or consumption on the premises so that a site-specific zoning bylaw amendment would be required to permit a cannabis retail sales outlet use or a cannabis manufacturing or distribution use.
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The intent of the bylaw is to provide for rezoning from RD (Residential Duplex) to RS4 (Residential Single Dwelling 4) to facilitate a new dwelling on the site. Location: 1611 Manning Avenue
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Plans to build a $300,000 multi-use path on a northside Port Coquitlam street came to a halt last week. At last Tuesday’s committee meeting, council members put the proposal for Patricia Avenue on hold following opposition from residents. The city, which had the three-metre-wide path as part of its 2013 Master Transportation Plan to improve pedestrian and cycling links on the eastwest route, called for it to connect along Patricia from Shaughnessy to York streets. It would have eventually run from the Hyde Creek recreation complex, and in front of École des Pionniers and Westwood schools as well as Wellington and Westwood parks. The project — which was to be funded 50% by TransLink — was backed by the city of Coquitlam as well as representatives from HUB Cycling and ICBC. But at an open house last November, area residents opposed the bid, saying the
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path — to be located on the north side of Patricia — would take up too much space and be a waste of taxpayers’ dollars. It would also eat up street parking spots and attract extra bike traffic, opponents told city staff at the open house or in writing. Coun. Nancy McCurrach said she visited the area and “in 20 minutes, I did not see one bike or car. This is a really quiet street.� “This is not the place to have it,� she said of the path. “We don’t need to force it on them.� To date, the city has spent $13,000 to prepare for the path. Before unanimously deferring the proposal to the Master Transportation Plan revision next year, committee members told city staff
they need to do a rethink on transportation improvement projects — and with future consultation. “We are losing touch with what people want now, not 20 years from now,� Coun. Glenn Pollock said, referring to the Master Transportation Plan. Coun. Laura Dupont said council has taken flack recently for traffic updates, citing past projects along Pitt River Road and Somerset Street, for example. “This is the third time we have had staff invest time and resources where the residents in the neighbourhood have said they don’t want it,� Mayor Brad West said, adding, “If there’s no neighbourhood support, it’s a non-starter. “We need to come up with a better way to proceed with projects from the beginning. When we update the Master Transportation Plan, we need to think about how we talk to residents about projects in their neighbourhood. “It seems as though we are searching for things to do because the money is there. It seems to be a backward approach,� West said. Coun. Steve Darling suggested city staff host pop-up open houses on weekends — in tents in affected neighbourhoods — rather than in the evenings at schools.
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Water and sewer rates will climb this year in Port Coquitlam. Last Tuesday, city council gave three readings to utility bylaws that, if adopted by council next month, will see water fees rise by 4.05%. That translates to an additional $17.42 — to $448.05 — for owners of single-family homes; for townhouse and condo owners, it’s a $16.32 and
$15.51 hike, to $419.72 and $398.74 respectively. Commercial property owners will also face a 4.05% increase, it is proposed. Meanwhile, sewer costs will also up go up a bit, by 0.82%, for all residential and commercial properties. That means an extra $2.71 — up to $332.43 — for owners of houses, and $2.54 and $2.41 for townhouse and apartment owners to bring the bills at $311.78 and $295.49, respectively. The primary reason for the increases is to pay for the extra Metro Vancouver charges for bulk water and sanitary sewer discharge. The regional authority is predicting utility in-
creases of more than 6% within the next five years, which the city of PoCo plans to offset with its rate stabilization funds. As of last month, PoCo’s water reserve had about $1 million while the sewer reserve held about $325,000, according to a city staff report. Utility bills will go out next month, with payments due by March 31. Seniors’ discounts are available. Last year, the city saw a 16% uptick in the number of properties claiming the relief, which cost the city $110,347 for the 145 applications. In December, the city of Coquitlam approved an average rate increase of about 2% for water fees and 5% for sewer and drainage.
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Port Moody Mayor Rob Vagramov says everything is on the table as council continues its efforts to further whittle down a property tax increase that’s currently estimated to be 5.55%. That could include the pursuit of new revenue opportunities from allowing a casino or the installation of billboards. Vagramov told a special town hall meeting held Tuesday about the city’s 2019 budget that economic development to expand the city’s tax base is a priority. “I’m hoping to see a renewed focus on that and stepping up our game,” he said. Vagramov also pointed to neighbouring communities like Coquitlam that get a significant boost to their coffers from gaming revenues. In a referendum held during the 2011 civic election, Port Moody voters rejected the notion of a casino but Coun. Steve Milani said that was “a long time ago.” During the meeting, councillors got an earful from residents and business owners, from criticism about perceived extravagances like a strategic planning retreat held
There will be no signs going up for the Shoreline Shuttle this summer after Port Moody council’s finance committee cut funding for the service. TRI-CITY NEWS FILE PHOTO
last weekend at Harrison Hot Springs to suggestions for new revenue streams like cannabis retail licences. Vagramov said there are economies to be found as council continues its efforts to lessen this year’s property tax hit. He said the current proposed rate is already down from an initial staff recommendation of a 7.36% tax increase. That has been achieved by cutting several items, including the Shoreline Shuttle bus that ran on summer weekends between Inlet Centre and Moody Centre — it was launched last year to relieve traffic and parking congestion around Rocky Point Park — as well as
funding for a proposed busker program, new heron ecosculptures, the replacement of the city’s cultural services van and the installation of GPS technology in the city’s fleet of vehicles. Port Moody’s chief financial officer, Paul Rockwood, added several staff proposals for new positions and services at city hall were also excised to save money. Vagramov suggested further efficiencies could be found by streamlining the way council consults the public on major issues “so we get an accurate gauge of what the public thinks, and not just from those people who come out.” Even
Port Moody pooch owners will soon have more places to deposit their dog’s deposits. At its meeting Jan. 22, city council voted to expand the city’s dog waste diversion program to add five collection bins and three more locations. The program will also become a permanent fixture in the city’s budget. Two new bins will be placed at Suter Brook and one each at Easthill Park, Mosaic Park and at the Noons Creek trailhead along Forest Park Way. The new locations were identified based on existing garbage bins already being overloaded with dog waste as well as on public feedback and the density of the surrounding neighbourhood. The dog waste diversion program started in 2016 with specially marked red bins at the Rocky Point dog park and in the Klahanie neighbourhood. In January 2018, bins were added at other locations popular with dogs and their people: Bert Flinn Park, the Shoreline Trail and the Alfred Howe Greenway. Since then, according to a report presented to council by Port Moody’s acting superintendent of parks, Robbie Nall, the city has collected an average of 1,325 litres of dog waste from the five locations every month. Once it’s been collected, it is removed from the plastic baggies and then transported to the Metro Vancouver waste treatment plant on Iona Island. Coun. Diana Dilworth praised the program’s success, saying, “This is something that has been embraced by our community.” The additional bins will boost the annual cost of the program from $12,100 to about $24,000, with half of that money coming from the city’s sanitation utility reserve fund. minor expenditures, like buying more Christmas lights for civic displays, will come under the microscope, he added. Coun. Meghan Lahti said council has to find a balance between saving money and maintaining the quality of life in the city residents have come
to enjoy. “You can’t take it all away or people start complaining,” she said. Vagramov suggested more partnerships might be the way to go, adding a new agreement with the local seniors group, The Club, will give the city ac-
cess to possibly use its bus to revive the Shoreline Shuttle service on busy weekends at Rocky Point Park, like during Golden Spike Days and RibFest. Coun. Zoe Royer said sponsorships might help pay for amenities like Christmas displays and Coun. Amy Lubik said grants are available to help the city pursue environmental and social inclusion initiatives. Vagramov rejected suggestions council has been spending freely since getting elected last November. He said last weekend’s planning retreat at Harrison, which included all seven council members as well as 10 senior members of city staff, was “one of the most productive,” and the issuing of new digital equipment like computers and tablets to councillors is standard procedure for each new term. Still, Coun. Diana Dilworth said, council has to ensure its own financial house is in order if it expects residents to be on board with the new budget, adding keeping the strategic planning weekend in the city would have been “an opportunity to support our local businesses.” The final budget numbers are expected to be presented to council in April for adoption in May. Property tax rates must be set by May 15. The city is taking online feedback until Feb. 12. Go to www.portmoody.ca/budget for a link to the form.
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Last fall, B.C.’s speaker of the legislature, Darryl Plecas, promised that he would resign if the contents of a report into spending shenanigans at the clerk’s office didn’t make British Columbians want to vomit. Last week, a report by Plecas listed the damning details: a truckload of booze and a wood splitter delivered to a private home; trips abroad on the flimsiest of pretences; gifts and clothes bought on the public dime. Both BC Liberal and NDP politicians are now piling on with shock and outrage. But these activities have apparently been going on under their noses for numerous years. Politicians on the committee charged with oversight of
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the clerk’s office appear to have been clueless. Speakers from the previous BC Liberal government have been mum but the details revealed so far don’t paint them in a flattering light — and they certainly make party leader Andrew Wilkinson’s outrage
and protestations seem at worst hypocritical, at best way too late. As reporters covering the legislature have pointed out, MLAs on both sides of the house discouraged anyone from digging too deeply into the issue of legislature ex-
penses and were certainly not in a rush to apply too much transparency to their activities. It’s instructive that it took an outsider — a speaker who was a pariah in both BC Liberal and NDP circles — to point to such rampant entitlement gone wrong. The two men at the centre of this scandal have yet to defend themselves and none of the claims made in the Plecas report have been tested in court. But a culture of “don’t ask, don’t tell” was clearly flourishing in the halls of power in Victoria. Meanwhile, out here in the real world, most people who read the report — and don’t have the benefit of taxpayers picking up the tab for luxury items for their personal use — would have an easy time pointing to what happened as indefensible and morally wrong.
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The Editor, Re. “PoMo road changes could cost >$300k� (The TriCity News, Jan. 24). Port Moody residents’ property taxes have increased over the past four years some 30%, four times the rate of inflation, with a further 5.55% to 7% projected this year. Despite this, our mayor and council are still seriously considering spending our hard-earned dollars on projects that are not budgeted for. Mayor Rob Vagramov and councillors Hunter Madsen, Amy Lubik and Steve Milani are working to immediately remove the road right of way (ROW) from Bert Flinn Park at a significant cost to Port Moody taxpayers.
Let’s consider the facts: • The ROW has been in place 20 years and has become an effective part of the park, providing access for citizens with limited mobility. • There is no proposal to build a road through the park, despite what Save Bert Flinn Park has been promoting. • Councillor Madsen stated at the last council meeting that $100,000 to augment 22 acres of land is a small price to pay, perhaps forgetting we already own and control that land. • Real costs from the engineering department report estimates it will cost $318,000 and 240 hours of staff time to remove the ROW, make improvements to the park and
study to remove Ioco Road from the Major Road Network (MRN). And this ignores the high probability of legal action, which would result in unidentified costs against our city. • Council already has the authority to decline any road proposal that may be submitted now or in the future without spending any of our tax dollars. Further, council wants a study to remove Ioco Road from the MRN. The city receives $247,000 annually from TransLink for the maintenance of Ioco. City staff estimate a study would cost $50,000 to remove Ioco from the MRN. For what purpose? Are we to spend $50,000 with the only goal being to lose $247,000 in
funding? Only one explanation: Mayor Vagramov had it in his campaign platform. Port Moody cannot afford to spend more staff time, resources and tax money on nonessentials. We have far more urgent matters at hand, such as affordable housing, economic development, recreation facilities, library, revitalization of Moody Centre, Clarke Street, Murray Street, etc. Port Moody residents, you need to make your voices heard before more tax dollars are wasted. This money comes from one place: your pocket. Stirling Ward, Port Moody (Editor’s note: Stirling Ward ran for council in the Port Moody municipal election in October.)
The Editor, Re. “School district trustees oppose pay decrease� (The Tri-City News, Jan. 17). “Wow� is the first word that comes to mind after reading the article about the School District 43 board of education’s opposition to pay decrease for trustees. I sure am glad I voted for Jennifer Blatherwick. If the argument of those opposing the decrease is that they have a big job
and heavy workload, what about trustees in Vancouver and Surrey, which are large school districts? How do they get people to fill those seats for so much less? I would like to see some numbers for the hours worked per month by the SD43 trustees and compare them to Coquitlam city councillors’ hours. Then, maybe, they could talk about parity. Steve Rayvals, Coquitlam
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Brodie Milne can use physics to get a robot to launch a ball at a target. Jamie Owens uses calculus to get that robot to climb obstacles. And Kelly Yee uses logic and process to design the robot that can complete those tasks. The Grade 12 students at Heritage Woods secondary are part of one of five teams from the Port Moody school that will be competing when it hosts Saturday the first regional robotics competition to be held in School District 43. Their teacher and advisor in all things robotics, James Zhuang, said about 60 teams of three or four students from across the province will be competing in four arenas set up in the school’s gym with the aim of qualifying for the provincial championships to be
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held one month later at Delta’s Seaquam secondary. The remotely controlled craft they design and build from a roster of common parts will have to do things like collect and shoot balls towards a target, climb a six-inch platform, flip caps or
stack them to different heights. Zhuang said hosting the meet is a payoff for growing the robotics club at Heritage Woods from a single competitive team three years ago to five teams this year that travel to competitions around the prov-
ince as well as students who are just keen to learn about designing, programming and building robots. Milne, Owens, Yee and programmer Kurt Querengesser came together as one of those teams in September, migrating their skills and experiences from different teams in hopes of finding a winning amalgam. Yee is the team’s designer. It’s her job to determine how the available parts can be put together to accomplish the competitive tasks their robot has to complete. Owens is the builder who actually puts those parts together in a working model that can work autonomously for 15 seconds and then accomplish its tasks by remote control in one minute, 45 seconds. Querengesser is the programmer who was recruited to the team for his ability to translate commands and tasks into digital code. Milne is the driver, whose dexterity with the game pad will be critical on competition day. Over the course of the past several months, the team’s
robot has undergone several changes in its design, construction and programming, Milne said, as they’ve had to solve problems or tested new ideas to make it more efficient. One of those was their determination to use a flywheel instead of a puncher to propel the yellow plastic balls at the target flags because it’s easier to troubleshoot when its accuracy or trajectory needs tweaking. Yee said seeing her design ideas in action is exciting but when things go wrong, she has to walk backwards through her plans in a logical and ordered way to determine the origins of the problem and how it can be fixed. “There’s a lot of things you have to account for,” she told The Tri-City News. “It’s like trial and error.” This season, some of those problems have included an overheating motor, a flywheel that operated too slowly to properly propel the ball, and a wobbly frame. As the driver, Milne experiences those problems first hand, often in the heat of
competition. That’s when the team has to go back to the drawing board and tool kit to fix things before they’re called back to the arena for the next round. Zhuang said the atmosphere of a robotics competition can be intense. “You have to work together as a team,” he said, adding the students have been spending 15 to 20 hours a week crafting and perfecting their robots since the beginning of the school year. But, Milne said, the effort pays off when the robot works exactly as it was designed and programmed, and the theoretical lessons of math and physics learned on a whiteboard have played out in real life in the arena. “It’s a really neat feeling to see all the hard work is actually working,” he said. “We learned this in class and now we’re actually using it.” • The robotics competition at Heritage Woods secondary gets underway Feb. 2 at 9 a.m., with playoffs expected to begin at around 3 p.m., followed by an awards ceremony.
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It’s Centennial secondary’s biggest show yet. Last year, for its “Golden Grand Opening” to mark the launch of the Coquitlam high school’s new digs, drama teacher Lisa Boddez and musical director Carole Baker had 45 students in Audition: The Musical. This year, though, the pair has 70 teens on stage, in the orchestra pit and behind the scenes to run 9 to 5, a production based on the Broadway show. “It’s heartening to see so many students involved in theatre,” Boddez said during a rehearsal last Friday. “The program is certainly growing.” Last September, on Day 1 of classes, Boddez and Baker announced they’d picked the hit because of the amount of female actors they had for the cast. Within the week, they were auditioning for the leads, selecting: Grade 11 student Vanessa Porretti as Judy (played by Jane Fonda in the 1980 film); Emma Rose Stefanini-Taylor as Violet (Lily Tomlin’s role); Rhiannon Marrington, another student graduating in June, as Doralee (Dolly Parton’s part);
Raphael Groushzitski, Emma Rose Stephanini-Taylor, Kalista Jones, Jason Persiani, Vanessa Porretti and Rhiannon Marrington star in 9 to 5. The musical is directed by Centennial secondary drama teacher Lisa Boddez, with musical direction from Carole Baker and choreography by Jones, Milena Canta and Jade Hipditch. janis clelugh PhOTO
and Grade 11 student Jason Persiani as their evil boss, Franklin Hart (portrayed by Dabney Coleman). Persiani, a student at Coquitlam’s Lindbjerg Academy of Performing Arts, said he was pleased to take on Mr. Hart though he cringes at some of his lines as 9 to 5 focuses on sexism, harassment and gender inequality in the workplace. “It’s certainly a topical show with #MeToo happening,” Boddez said, adding, “It’s unacceptable the way he behaves.” Boddez said Centennial’s
version of the PG13-rated musical — performed last year by Terry Fox secondary, under drama teacher Dan Tilsley and choreographer Riley Langford — sticks pretty much to the Broadway script. The plot follows Judy, who is forced back to work after her husband runs off with his secretary. On the job, Judy falls under the wing of office supervisor, Violet, who introduces Judy to the staff including Hart and his executive assistant, Roz (played by Kalista Jones, a Lindbjerg student who also
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choreographs all but two numbers for the Centennial musical). Sick of Hart, Judy, Violet and Doralee team up to get even. “He’s an example of how not to treat women,” said Stefanini-Taylor, who has been in every Centennial musical since Grade 9. Grade 12er Raphael Groushzitski said his character, Joe, who is smitten with Violet, is “the opposite of Mr. Hart. He’s very caring and only wants the best for her.” As for Marrington, “personally, I’m nothing like Dolly
Parton,” she said while adjusting her costume. “I’m definitely out of my comfort zone with this wig and fake boobs.” Added Porretti, a Lindbjerg student who plans to pursue law after graduating, “The show is a lot of fun and Ms. Boddez and Ms. Baker deserve a lot of credit.” • Tickets for 9 to 5 at Centennial secondary school (570 Poirier St., Coquitlam) are $16/$13 via CentTheatre.com. It runs Feb. 7 to 9 and Feb. 13 to 15 at 7:30 p.m., with a 1 p.m. matinee on Feb. 15 at $10 per ticket.
A Port Moody dance teacher tied for top on Sunday for an Ovation! award, which celebrates the best musical theatre in the Lower Mainland from the previous year. Nicol Spinola, who is on faculty at the Tri-City Dance Centre, scooped the Outstanding Choreography for a Musical prize for her steps in Cinderella, a Theatre Under the Stars production. Spinola shares the 2019 accolade with Keri Minty, who won for her moves in Anne of Green Gables, a Capilano University show. Both dancers beat out Port Coquitlam’s Valerie Easton, who was nominated for her choreography in the Arts Club Theatre musical Mamma Mia as well as for Cabaret with the Royal City Musical Theatre; the pair also bested Shelley Stewart Hunt (42nd Street, TUTS) and Patrice Bowler (Les Filles du Roi, Fugue/Raven). The Ovation! awards were at the Vancouver Academy of Music.
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Cheng siblings to release Russian CD When Bryan Cheng was a young child, he asked his parents if he could play a musical instrument. After all, his elder sister, Silvie, had a grand piano to practise on in their Ottawa home and was performing well. But when they suggested he, too, take up the keyboard, Bryan looked elsewhere. “I wanted something different, something of my own,” the 21-year-old professional musician remembered. His folks led him to a Suzuki method school for group lessons. There, he audited a violin class but didn’t like the tone, he recalled, so the threeand-a-half-year-old boy opted instead for the bigger strings with the “deep and scary sound”: the cello. Two years later, as Bryan’s teacher led classes in the family’s basement, the instructor often would hear Silvie playing the piano upstairs. Soon, the brother and sister were performing together regularly. “It just came so naturally,” said Bryan, of their musical union. “We clicked and since then we’ve never stopped.” Their first official concert as the Cheng² Duo (pronounced Cheng Squared Duo) was a lucky break — at least for them.
Cheng² Duo (pronounced Cheng Squared Duo) will promote their third album, out this spring, at the evergreen Cultural Centre on feb. 2. Harald Hoffmann
When the scheduled musician for a Carnegie Hall concert became injured, the Chengs filled in the slot at the prestigious New York City Weill Recital Hall. Since then, the Cheng² Duo has toured around the world and recorded three albums, the most recent of which will be released this spring. The double CD, titled Russian Legends, completes a trilogy for the siblings, with the first two albums focusing on French and Spanish music (Violoncelle francais 2016, and Violonchelo del fuego 2018). Having a compilation dedicated to Russian composers — Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev and
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Pownall hopes her memoir will be a catalyst for conversation and the residency a platform to bring attention to the issue. Pownall will be in The Outlet (behind PoCo city hall) on Mondays from 1 to 4 p.m. for public visits; she will also host free one-hour long writing sessions on Saturdays (at 12:30 p.m. for writers aged 8 to 12; at 2 p.m. for teens; and at 3:30 p.m. for adults). Her two-hour writing sessions are on Feb. 17 for teenagers and March 17 for adults. Register online at experienceit.ca. Call 604-927-8441 or visit portcoquitlam.ca/air. Pownall can be reached via social medial: Facebook. com/jenniferpownallauthor; Instagram @jennifer.pownall and Twitter @pownalljennifer.
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Coquitlam’s Jerome Yoo starts rolling on Idols Never Die next month. But the writer/director has only eight days to shoot, edit and post his flick — in under $1,500 — as a finalist in the 20th edition of Crazy8s. Co-written by Andrea Bang and produced by Lawrence Le Lam, Idols Never Die was picked out of nearly 200 applications for the competition. Last November, emerging filmmakers pitched their three-minute videos of which 40 semi-finalists were chosen. And, earlier this month, the jury narrowed the field to six: Idols Never Die, Ada, Hatch, Parabola, The Mirror and Unkept. Yoo’s movie tells the story of four girls grieving a K-Pop singer, who died in a tragic accident. His finished work premieres Feb. 23 at The Centre in Vancouver. Yoo, who made his directorial debut last year with his Storyhive short, Gong Ju, previously co-wrote the Crazy8s hip-hop short, Cypher. His acting credits include Charmed, Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency, iZombie and Man in the High Castle.
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participatory comedy has several Picks and Bests preceding its title. James and Jamesy have earned numerous festival awards for 2 For Tea — and it was even named a finalist for Best Comedy in Just for Laughs. Next month, the Vancouver/Bellingham and Sunshine Coast-based duo bring the party to Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre to celebrate their British characters’ unlikely companionship. Aaron Malkin (aka James) and Alastair Knowles (Jamesy) created the production, with director David MacMurray Smith, to juxtapose the proper with the absurd, they said. When James pops around Jamesy’s flat for tea, the event becomes a larger-than-life situation, with the crowd involved in the action. “Anything can happen,”
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Malkin told The Tri-City News last Friday, adding, “You know that old British saying ‘Keep Calm and Carry On’? They’re telling you to do it no matter what happens so we’re playing with those tropes because there’s fun in it.” Despite the silliness, there is a moral to it all, Malkin said: Friends can challenge each other to grow. As for Malkin and Knowles, the performers met while in community theatre in Vancouver and, for the past six years, have toured their original shows — Thunderfoot, High Tea, In The Dark and O Christmas Tea — across Canada, the United States and the U.K. to rave reviews. • 2 For Tea runs Feb. 7 to 9 at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way). For tickets at $33/$28$15, call the box office at 604-927-6555 or visit evergreenculturalcentre.ca.
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Sending love, prayers and warmth Coquitlam church group knits for people battling cancer
NEED A SHAWL? Anyone seeking a shawl for someone with cancer, or who wants to join the group that makes the shawls, should contact Laura Hughes at 604–944-9064.
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ust the mention of thankyou notes the knitters and crocheters of the St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church prayer shawl ministry receive has them dabbing their eyes. “It tears your heart out,” says Laura Hughes, one of the founders of the group at the Coquitlam church that has been making shawls for cancer patients for five years. “When we started this I had no idea.” Hughes says several years ago, the Catholic Women’s League of Canada asked its members to knit prayer shawls for reconciliation efforts that were being made across the country. Hughes did so but wondered if there was something that could be done on a local level. She approached the parish priest, Fr. Craig Scott, and he instantly suggested cancer patients could benefit. “It’s just that it’s so prevalent,” Scott said of the deadly disease. “I’ve seen what chemo and radiation does. Part of
Laura Hughes (right) leads volunteers at St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church who knit and distribute prayer shawls to cancer patients; others include Jennifer Durkin, Fr. Craig Scott, Margaret Popkey, Anita Carlin, Ann Cooke and Eileen Richter. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS
that whole process is fear and loneliness. There are the times even the caretakers can’t do everything, they have to leave. I just thought that prayer and what the shawls represent, the warmth that goes around like [a hug], that the prayer shawls can be there when others cannot be there with them.”
Since then, the shawls and lap blankets made by the group of about a dozen women have made their way to 275 recipients across Canada and 16 other countries. It hit home for Hughes in its early days. Someone called to request a shawl for a woman in Winnipeg who had been given
24 hours to live, so Hughes shipped one by courier immediately. A year and 18 chemo treatments later, Hughes got a note from the woman saying the chemotherapy was working and that the prayer shawl and their prayers had “made a difference.” “It’s hard not to tear up,”
Hughes told The Tri-City News. The shawls provide as much comfort to those making the request and the patients’ families as they do to the recipients. “They can just feel the prayers that go into making them,” says Jennifer Durkin, one of the knitters. Hughes adds family members say the shawls are a uniting force for them to do something. “I had no idea that it would go this far, or what all the implications for them and for the families would be,” Hughes says. “It gives them a sense of belonging to a community that cares about them and they’re not alone in this.” Many of the requests ask for particular colours. One asked for yellow so the recipient could be “wrapped in sunshine.” Each shawl comes with a card and has a label affixed
that says it had been blessed by the parish and identifies the St. Clare’s group and. Despite requests for shawls for those suffering from other illnesses, the ministry has focused on cancer patients, although they do make mittens and toques for Advent. But the detailed list Hughes keeps of the recipients — first names only — contains an extensive variety of the deadly disease. People in some of the places they’ve sent shawls, like Scotland, have started their own ministries, according to Scott. Hughes acknowledges there are many other groups producing similar shawls in the area and notes during their startup, they got some helpful advice from volunteers at Eagle Ridge United Church. And the St. Clare’s shawl group’s membership is not limited to parishioners. “We would welcome some younger members. We’re at a certain age that we would like this to continue,” says Hughes. The group doesn’t charge a specific price for the shawls but they are available by donation. “[Donors are] really quite generous,” says Hughes, adding the money they receive is more than enough to keep their supply bins full.
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Healthy new year starts with your food
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ealthy New Year! Don’t we all start off thinking this is it, the year I (fill in the blank with whatever words you choose). If some of those words for you are “get in shape,” “eat healthy,” “find balance,” “eat more plant-based meals” or even “listen to more live music,” then your local farmers’ market is the place for you. Let’s have a look at all the amazing options for kicking 2019 off to a great start. First are the primary producers: the farmers, ranchers, fishers and foragers who come to the market. We are so fortunate to have them all. Crisp Organics has been pushing the boundaries of what will grow here during the winter, boasting cabbage, kale, parsnips, carrots, squash, parsley, kohlrabi, sunchokes and the most amazing coloured radicchio — it’s pink. Wondering what kohlrabi is? It’s in the cabbage family — low-carb, high in vitamins C and B6, it can be eaten raw or cooked. You can make slaw or mash out of it, it’s that versatile.
WORKSHOP BUZZ AT THE MARKET
If you need yet another reason to visit the Port Moody winter market, membership and workshops offer that. Our next workshop is Sunday, Feb. 17 and it’s all about mason bees. Veronica Wahl from Douglas College’s Institute of Urban Ecology will teach participants about caring for mason bees as well as their importance in your backyard ecosystem. Walk away from the workshop with your own mason bee house to put in your backyard. Workshops are to be held at 10:30 a.m. and noon; cost: $10 per person. Tickets at makebakegrow.com or eventbrite.ca.
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Forstbauer Farms always has its amazing carrots and beets, proving that you can still “eat the rainbow” even in winter. I like to roast both these vegetables with a good olive oil then lightly season them with a bit of Koji salt so you get all the flavour from the vegetables. Delish! Matt, our forager from Your Wildest Foods, finds the most amazing things to eat. From mushrooms to greens, he looks long and hard to bring fresh, healthy food to us. He has also created a great new product for cooking. Forager’s Spice is a blend of dried samphire (sea asparagus) and matsutake mushrooms. Just a little bit in your soups and
sauces will give your food umami. Maybe you are thinking of eating less meat this year. If so, make sure the meat you eat is ethically raised and humanely slaughtered. All our protein vendors make sure you get nothing but the very best for your table. Redl’s Beef is 100% grass-fed and -finished. The quality of the meat is so high and the flavour so good that I can use just 1 lb. of ground beef to feed five people. If chicken is more to your liking, both Rockweld and Central Park have plenty of happy chicken. No force-fed, soyplumped chicken here (and Central Park has pork, too). The pork Kendall grows is so
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tasty — make sure you try the farmer’s sausage. Seafood is another protein that is important to be sourced appropriately. Wild Westcoast Seafood is back at the Port Moody market and we are happy about that. New for Ron this year is his Ocean Wise certification. You can be assured that all your seafood purchases support the health of our oceans. Healthy eating is super easy with all the prepared food vendors we have, too. Three new ones about which I’m really excited are the Culture Kefir Co., Occasionally Honey
and Sugar Free Kitchen. These vendors are on trend as far as that sort of thing goes, but more importantly, the food they make tastes amazing. Lindsay, the creator of Culture Kefir, has created a super healthy beverage. Kefir water is a naturally fermented drink that is low in calories and caffeine- and dairy-free. Lindsay has added additional ingredients that make the kefir even better for you. Occasionally Honey is a plant-based, gluten-free bakery. Nicole has spent hours researching the science behind baking and has cre-
ated outstanding recipes. An added bonus is some of her baking is keto-friendly — her keto almond chocolate bars make me very happy. Sugar Free Kitchen is another new vendor. Her cheesy buns are yummy and she carries a mix so you can make your own, adding green onions or ham or bacon — perfect for breakfast. The Raw Guy has expanded his line. Along with his dehydrated delicious kale chips (which have all the active enzymes in them because they are dehydrated, not baked), he has seedy crackers that pair perfectly with his cashew cream cheese. You can have a vegan snack just because it tastes good. Honestly, at the end of the day, shopping at the market is an easy way to satisfy a lot of different resolutions. Stop by every Sunday because the vendors and musicians are always changing. 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.
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THINGS-TO-DO GUIDE COMMUNITY EVENTS
Lunar new year festivities begin Dances, activities at Henderson, IKEA to mark Year of the Pig
Ioco Rd., Port Moody). The two-hour session starts at 9 a.m. Call 604-469-9106 or email portmoodyecologicalsociety@hotmail.com to save a spot. Visit noonscreek.org.
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Today’s the day for dog owners in Port Coquitlam to renew their annual licences for Fido. The cost is $80 for unneutered or unspayed canines or $32 for neutered or spayed dogs, by Feb. 1. To register online, visit portcoquitlam.ca/dogs.
ART WITH VINO
Join mixed-media artist Dawn Livera as she leads the pARTy@PdA: Books with Burgundy event at 7 p.m. at Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam). Livera will have the materials ready for participants to make their own book covers; a cash bar will be open serving wine. The cost is $26 per person, or $42 for a couple. Call 604-6641636 or visit placedesarts.ca.
ICE TIME
Hockey players with the Coquitlam Express Jr. A club face the Chilliwack Chiefs at a 7 p.m. game at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam). Proceeds from the event sup-
Cellist Bryan Cheng takes to the stage with his pianist sister, Silvie, at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) at 8 p.m. For their concert, the 21-year-old musician will use a 1696 Bonjour Stradivarius cello with a 1830 Shaw Adam cello bow on loan from the Canada Council for the Arts’ musical instrument bank. Call 604-927-6555 or visit evergreenculturalcentre.ca. HARALD HOFFMANN
port anti-bullying initiatives with I Am Someone society. Visit coquitlamexpress.ca.
BRIGHT SIDE OF LIFE
Sing along with musical theatre students at Pinetree secondary (3000 Pinewood Ave., Coquitlam) as Treehouse Theatre presents Monty Python’s Spamalot: School Edition at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door. Call 604-464-2513.
YOUTH SKATE
Got a bored teen? Send
them over to the Port Coquitlam recreation complex (2150 Wilson Ave.) for a few late-night loops around the rink, from 10:15 to 11:15 p.m. Entry to the Green Arena at $3 includes rentals. Visit portcoquitlam.ca.
Saturday PLANT PULL
Bring your garden gloves and water bottle to help the Port Moody Ecological Society pull invasive plants near the Noons Creek hatchery (300
Instructor Jessica Yue performs Chinese dances in one of Coquitlam’s oldest homes, Mackin House (1116 Brunette Ave.) in the lead up to Chinese New Year. The multi-cultural celebration, which runs from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., also includes a tour of the Coquitlam Heritage Society’s current exhibit, Heirlooms and Treasures, as well as a demonstration on how to make sesame balls or Nian Gao (aka new year’s cake). Admission is $12 per person. Register via coquitlamheritage.ca.
LUNAR FUN
The Tri-City News is a sponsor for the Year of the Boar activities at Henderson Place Mall (1163 Pinetree Way) from noon to 4 p.m., featuring stage performances, exhibits, a kids’ corner and hourly draws for shoppers. Entry to the kids’ corner is $5 per child and includes face painting, balloon twisting, a bouncy castle and wiggle cars; proceeds will be donated to the Ronald McDonald House. The event opens with a traditional lion eye-dotting ceremony and dance followed by lettuce picking. Call 604-552-6130.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Barbara Drozdowich presents a workshop titled 5 Top Ways to Avoid Looking like a Dork on Social Media, at the Tri-City Wordsmith’s monthly meeting. Her talk starts at 2 p.m. at the Terry Fox Library (2470 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam). Admission is free; register at 604-927-7999 or visit tri-citywordsmiths.ca.
COMEDY NIGHT
Bryon Bertam headlines Groundhog Day in Afghanistan, a fundraiser for a family of five with a child recently diagnosed with autism. All proceeds from the event, which starts at 7:45 p.m. at the Inlet Theatre (inside Port Moody city hall, 100 Newport Dr.), will be donated to the family. Also appearing are: Hector Rivas, Danika Thibault, Sean McDonnell and Alfie Rosselli, with Justin Schrump as MC. For tickets at $22, visit eventbrite.com.
HARPDOG BROWN
Juno-nominated blues singer and harmonica player Harpdog Brown lands at the Gallery Bistro (2411 Clarke St., Port Moody) for a concert at 8 p.m. Call 604-937-0998 or visit gallerybistroportmoody.com.
BACHATA, CUMBIA
Try some new moves for the new year with the Hot Salsa Dance Zone, which hosts a beginners dance lesson in the
rehearsal hall of the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) at 8 p.m. followed by a Latin dance party from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Admission is $10. Visit hotsalsadancezone.com.
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BURN AWARENESS
Fire and burn injuries are the second leading cause of accidental death for kids aged 1 to 4 — a message the Port Coquitlam Fire and Emergency Services and the B.C. Professional Firefighters’ Burn Fund wishes to drive home during Burn Awareness Week Feb. 3 to 9. To get an update on safety tips, visit portcoquitlam.ca/burn.
MARKET HEARTS
Valentine’s Day is in the air at this week’s Port Moody Winter Farmers Market, held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Port Moody recreation complex (300 Ioco Rd.). Kids can make heart crafts at the craft table while musician Delaney Rose entertains. Visit makebakegrow.com.
LION DANCE
The Swedish furniture company IKEA will have a lion dance during a traditional eye-dotting ceremony with Chinese drums and gongs to ring in the new lunar year, at 12:30 p.m. at the store entrance (1000 Lougheed Hwy.).
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LIBRARIES & LITERACY
From meditation to movies to ukuleles, digestion and more This feature, written by librarians with Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam, is published each Thursday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries.
more Feb. 9, 11 to 11:30 a.m. — drop in. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca, the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page or 604-9277999. Terry Fox Library is located 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo.
COQUITLAM
• Family Day storytime: Parents and kids of all ages are invited to try games and activities to celebrate Literacy Day Monday, Feb. 18, 11 to 11:30 a.m. at the City Centre branch in Rooms 136 and 137. Just drop in — no registration required. • Pro-D day movie: Incredibles 2: Take a break Friday, Feb. 22 and watch The Incredibles battle a mindcontrol menace known as Screenslaver in Disney/Pixar’s Incredibles 2 (127 minutes, rated PG). The movie will screen from 1:30 to 3:40 p.m. at both the Poirier and City Centre branches. Registration not required — just drop in. • Friends of CPL shred-athon: Come to the Friends’ first ever shred-a-thon event and get started early on spring cleaning. Securely shred your confidential documents with bonded professionals Saturday, Feb. 23, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Poirier branch. Limit of four 100-lb. banker boxes per person/family; no metals, plastics, photographs or negatives. Admission to this event is by donation; suggested minimum is $5 per banker box. All proceeds benefit the library. This event is sponsored by Green Machine Shredding. Info: www.coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
PORT MOODY
• SFU Philosopher’s Café: Talking hospitality: This award-winning program brings the conversations from the university to the community. Feb. 4 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., participants will be discussing hospitality customs: quaint cultural artifact or the sign of a healthy society? Join moderator Keith Caspell in the library’s ParkLane room — no registration required. • Basics of Digestive Health: Head to PMPL’s ParkLane Room Wednesday, Feb. 6th from 7 to 8 p.m. to learn about how to improve your digestive health with na-
BOOK OF THE WEEK n Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics by Dan Harris and Jeff Warren n Reviewed by Robyn Weisner, Terry Fox Library (PoCo)
Meditation. Perhaps it’s a New Year’s resolution or something you’ve been curious about for a while. Perhaps you either tried it on your own or in a class but find it hard to maintain a regular practice. In Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics, ABC News anchor Dan Harris and his friend Jeff Warren, a meditation teacher, talk to a variety of people across the U.S. about the myths and excuses that stop them from meditating. Eight chapters answer some common meditation roadblocks, including “I Don’t Have Time for This” and “People Might Think I’m Weird.” Each chapter includes simple, short meditations from Warren and tips on how to make meditating easier to accomplish. Harris’ funny and sometimes irreverent narrative is highly entertaining and very honest. He speaks from the voice of experience, having been a fidgety skeptic himself once upon a time. Find this and other inspiring books about meditation at your local library.
ADULT CARRIERS NEEDED THRIFT SHOP turopathic doctor Jyoti Mistry. The presentation will discuss common digestive symptoms and ailments, trigger foods, tips to improve digestion and more. Call 604-469-4577 to register. • Mindfulness: reducing stress and increasing well-being: Mindfulness has been found to be of great benefit for mental and physical health. This presentation in the city’s ParkView Room will introduce the practice of mindfulness, the neuroscience behind it and its benefits for well-being. Join psychologist Erika Horwitz Thursday, Feb. 7 from 7 to 8 p.m. when she will provide practical strategies to learn to manage stress and negative thinking. Presented in partnership with BC Psychological Association. Call 604-469-4577 to register. Info: library.portmoody.ca or 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.
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• Beginner ukulele lessons: Join local ukulele instructor Patrice from Paliatsky Music Lessons for this special 4 week beginner session. You’ll be strumming tunes in practically no time! Call or visit the library to register. Space is limited. Ages 10 and up Saturdays, February 9 – March 2, 1:00-2:00 pm • Tri-City Wordsmiths: Increase your knowledge and skill in the literary arts with the Tri-City Wordsmiths. Visit www.tri-citywordsmiths.ca for more information and monthly topics. Saturdays, Feb. 2 and April 6, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Contact the library to register. • Saturday storytime: Introduce kids to the love of books and language with storytime. Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes and
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Public Hearing Notice When: February 12, 2019 at 7:00pm • Where: Council Chambers, City Hall, 100 Newport Dr., Port Moody, B.C.
Council to consider Zoning Bylaw Amendment on electric vehicle charging infrastructure requirements in new residential and commercial developments Access to charging at home and on the go is a key factor in the decision to purchase an electric vehicle. The City recognizes that charging infrastructure is a priority in assisting the transition toward zero emission vehicles in Port Moody. The intent of Bylaw Amendment No. 13, 2019, No. 3177 is to amend City of Port Moody Zoning Bylaw No. 2937, 2018 to include electric vehicle charging infrastructure requirements in new residential and commercial developments. The proposed amendment would require a Level 2 energized outlet for all new residential parking spaces and 20% for all new commercial parking spaces, excluding visitor parking, secondary suites, and new parking spaces servicing existing units.
Get in touch! How do I get more information? Review related information at the Planning Division counter on the 2nd floor of City Hall, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody, B.C. between 8:30am and 5pm, Monday to Friday, or at portmoody.ca/publichearing after January 28, 2019.
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How can I provide input? 1. If you believe your property is affected by this proposed bylaw amendment, comment directly to Council on February 12, 2019. 2. You can also send a submission in writing before 12 noon on February 12, 2019 by emailing clerks@portmoody.ca or faxing 604.469.4550. André Boel, MCIP, RPP General Manager of Planning and Development
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OUT & ABOUT CALENDAR SATURDAY, FEB. 2 • Tri-City Wordsmiths meet, 2-4:30 p.m., Terry Fox Library, PoCo. Speaker: Barbara Drozdowich, author, online course instructor and a technical trainer to writers, will present a workshop entitled 5 Top Ways to Avoid Looking like a Dork on Social Media. Admission is free but library registration is required: call 604-927-7999. Info: www.tri-citywordsmiths.ca.
TUESDAY, FEB. 5 • GriefShare, a support group for people who have lost someone to death, at Riverside Community Church, 1477 Lougheed Hwy., PoCo; begins Feb. 5, runs weekly, 7-9 p.m., until April 16. Registration: 604472-9988 or estherc@rside.ca. • Have you considered becoming a foster parent? 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.
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club.ca/2018-2019-meetings. • Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets, noon-4 p.m., Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam.
FEB. 5: PROSTATE SUPPORT & INFO
• Coquitlam prostate cancer support and awareness group monthly meeting, 7 p.m., Wilson Centre, PoCo. Speaker: Dr. Truong, a urologist who will be speaking about prostate cancer and treatments in general. All those affected by prostate problems are urged to come and share their concerns and experiences in a strictly confidential atmosphere. Refreshments will be provided. There is no charge but donations are welcome. Info: Craig, 604-928-9220 or Ken, 604-936-2998. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 6 • Hyde Creek Watershed Society monthly meeting, 7:15 p.m., 3636 Coast Meridian Rd., PoCo. Public is invited to attend, tour the facility and see what projects are ongoing. HCWS is also looking for volunteers – you choose the time and days that you are free to help. Tour guides and assistants for daytime school visits are always needed, as are volunteers interested in working in hatchery operations.
THURSDAY, FEB. 7 • Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets,, noon-9 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 1025 Ridgeway Ave., Coquitlam.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 13 • Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club hosts small-stamp auction – everyone welcome; viewing starts at 7 p.m., auction after 8 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion, North View Room, 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam. Info: www.stamp-
club.ca or 604-941-9306. • Pacific Digital Photography Club meets, 7:30 p.m., drama room at Port Moody secondary school – guests always welcome. Info (meetings, speakers): www.pdpc.ca.
THURSDAY, FEB. 14 • Romantic Chocolate Making Workshop, Coquitlam Heritage Society at Mackin House, 1116 Brunette Ave., 6:30-9:30 p.m. Spend your Valentine’s evening
making chocolates and sipping wine by the fireplace in our homey parlour.
FRIDAY, FEB. 15 • Treasured Pieces of our Past opening reception, Place Des Arts, 1120 Brunette Ave., 7-9 p.m. Members of our community have shared the objects and skills that they treasure and will pass on to future generations. see page
University hearing study seeks participants.
TUESDAY, FEB. 12 • Tri-City Photo Club meets, 7:30 p.m., in the Drama Room at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., PoMo. Guests always welcome. Info on scheduled activities: www.tricityphoto-
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FRASER HEALTH PUBLIC BOARD MEETING When: February 26, 2019
6:45 - 7:30 p.m. Meeting 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Public Question & Answer Period
Where: Simon Fraser University - Surrey Campus Room 5240 (5th floor) 13450 - 102 Avenue, Surrey
You are invited to attend an open meeting of the Board of Directors of Fraser Health. The meeting will include a presentation on the health care services offered in Surrey, as well as an update from our president and CEO, Dr. Victoria Lee. The Question and Answer Period will provide an opportunity for the public to ask questions. This is a valuable opportunity to connect directly with the Fraser Health Board and Executive. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact us at: feedback@fraserhealth.ca 604-587-4600
Connect Hearing, with hearing researcher Professor Kathy Pichora-Fuller at the University of Toronto, seeks participants who are over 50 years of age and have never worn hearing aids for a hearing study investigating factors that can influence better hearing. All participants will have a hearing test provided at no charge and if appropriate, the clinician may discuss hearing rehabilitation options including hearing aids. Qualifying participants may also receive a demo of the latest hearing technology. The data collected from this study will be used to further our understanding of hearing loss and improve life-changing hearing healthcare across Canada. Why participate in the hearing study? Hearing problems typically result from damage to the ear and researchers have spent decades trying to understand the biology behind hearing loss. More importantly, researchers now realize the need to better understand how hearing
loss affects your everyday life*. In this new hearing study, Professor Pichora-Fuller and her team are trying to find out how people learn to live with hearing loss and how new solutions could help these people take action sooner and live life more fully. It is estimated that 46% of people aged 45 to 87 have some degree of hearing loss1, but most do not seek treatment right away. In fact, the average person with hearing loss will wait ten years before seeking help2. This is because at the beginning stages of hearing loss people often find they can “get by” without help, however as the problem worsens this becomes increasingly harder to do. For some people this loss of clarity is only a problem at noisy restaurants or in the car, but for others it makes listening a struggle throughout the entire day. By studying people who have difficulty hearing in noise or with television, we hope to identify key factors impacting these difficulties and further understand their influence on the treatment process.
If you are over 50 years of age and have never worn hearing aids, you can register to be a part of this new hearing study† by calling: 1.888.242.4892 or visiting connecthearing.ca/hearing-study.
* Pichora-Fuller, M. K. (2016). How social psychological factors may modulate auditory and cognitive functioning during listening. Ear and Hearing, 37, 92S-100S. † Study participants must be over 50 years of age and have never worn hearing aids. No fees and no purchase necessary. Registered under the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC. VAC, WCB accepted. 1. Cruickshanks, K. L., Wiley, T. L., Tweed, T. S., Klein, B. E. K., Klein, R, Mares-Perlman, J. A., & Nondahl, D. M. (1998). Prevalence of Hearing Loss in Older Adults in Beaver Dam,Wisconsin:The Epidemiology of Hearing Loss Study. Am. J. Epidemiol. 148 (9), 879-886. 2. National Institutes of Health. (2010).
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City of Coquitlam will be holding a Public Hearing to receive representations from all persons who deem it in their interest to address Council regarding the following proposed bylaws. This meeting will be held on: Date: Time: Location:
Monday, February 11, 2019 7:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 7N2
Immediately following the adjournment of the Public Hearing, Council will convene a Regular Council Meeting during which it will give consideration to the items on the Public Hearing agenda.
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The intent of Bylaw No. 4925, 2019 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 to rezone the subject property outlined in black on the map marked Schedule ‘A’ to Bylaw No. 4925, 2019 from RS-2 One-Family Suburban Residential to RS-8 Large Village Single Family Residential and P-5 Special Park. If approved, the application would facilitate the construction of a singlefamily house on an existing lot containing a watercourse.
Address: 1132 Madore Avenue
The intent of Bylaw No. 4915, 2019 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 to rezone the subject property outlined in black on the map marked Schedule ‘A’ to Bylaw No. 4915, 2019 from RS-1 One-Family Residential to RT-1 Two-Family Residential.
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The intent of Bylaw No. 4888, 2019 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 to rezone the subject property outlined in black on the map marked Schedule ‘A’ to Bylaw No. 4888, 2019 from RS-1 One-Family Residential to RT-1 Two-Family Residential. If approved, the application would facilitate a two lot subdivision of the existing property and the construction of a singlefamily dwelling, with a secondary suite, on each of the resulting lots.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice of Public Hearing Continued from Page 38 How do I find out more information? Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff reports, and any relevant background documentation may be inspected from Tuesday, January 29, 2019 to Monday, February 11, 2019 in person at the Planning and Development Department, Coquitlam City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. You may also obtain further information with regard to the bylaws mentioned above on the City’s website at www.coquitlam.ca/publichearing and by phone at 604-927-3430.
How do I provide input? Verbal submissions may only be made in person at the Public Hearing. The City Clerk’s Office will compile a Speakers List for each item. To have your name added to the Speakers List please call 604-927-3010. Everyone will be permitted to speak at the Public Hearing but those who have registered in advance will be given first opportunity. Please also be advised that video recordings of Public Hearings are streamed live and archived on the City’s website at www.coquitlam.ca/webcasts. Prior to the Public Hearing written comments may be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office in one of the following ways: • Email: clerks@coquitlam.ca; • Regular mail: 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2; • In person: City Clerk’s Office, 2nd Floor, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2; • Fax: to the City Clerk’s Office at 604-927-3015. To afford Council an opportunity to review your submission, please ensure that you forward it to the City Clerk’s Office prior to noon on the day of the hearing. Written submissions provided in response to this consultation will become part of the public record which includes the submissions being made available for public inspection at Coquitlam City Hall and on our website at www.coquitlam.ca/agendas. If you require more information regarding this process please call the City Clerk’s Office at 604-927-3010.
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• The Circle of Friends, a social group for 50+ singles and couples who are looking to meet new friends and participate in social events such as walking, dancing, dining out, travel, theatre, etc., meets, 7 p.m., PoCo Legion, 133–2675 Shaughnessy St., to plan events. Info: Nina, 604-941-9032.
CHURCH HAS A CHOIR FOR KIDS
• Ignite Choir at Eagle Ridge Bible Fellowship is for kids 6-14 who love to sing, dance and act; the goal is to give children and youth an introduction to music and. The choir meets Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m., beginning Feb. 13. Info: www.erbf.com.
SATURDAY, FEB. 16 • CFUW-Coquitlam (University Women’s Club) hosts speaker Stan Copp of Langara College, who will speak about his recent archaeological work in Stanley Park, 1 p.m., Nancy Bennett Room, Poirier branch of Coquitlam Public Library. Info: Roxanne, 604-931-2894. • Family Soap Making Workshop, Coquitlam Heritage Society, Mackin House, 1116 Brunette Ave., noon to 3 p.m.. Join us for Family Day weekend to create healthy handmade suds with natural herbs, spices, and scents using vegetable based soap blocks.$40 per person. • Author Linden Carroll signs copies of her new book, Olive, at Chapters, 38-2991 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam, from 1 to 3 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 20 • Feasts of Coquitlam: Croatian Cuisine, Coquitlam Heritage Society, Mackin House, 1116 Brunette Ave., 6-8:30 p.m. Begin with seafood salad from the Dalmatian region, then make cabbage rolls or Sarma flavored with smoked bacon and finish off with apple strudel.
$15 per person. Registration is required.
THURSDAY, FEB. 21 • Burke Mountain’s community group, the North East Coquitlam Ratepayers Association, hosts Ian McArthur of the Pinecone Burke Stewards; topic of his presentation: hiking and mountain bike trail maintenance and development done by volunteers on Burke Mountain; 7 p.m., Victoria Hall, 3435 Victoria Dr., Coquitlam. Info: 604-970-2579. • Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets,, noon-9 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 1025 Ridgeway Ave., Coquitlam.
PARENTS, KIDS • Family resource centre at Minnekhada middle school, PoCo, offers multi-sensory and math tutoring; rate is $25 per session. Tutors are Orton Gillingham-trained and centre works in cooperation with SD43. Registration is ongoing. Info: frcdistrict43@gmail.com. • Parents, grandparents, and caregivers who want to con-
Please note that Council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested parties concerning any of the bylaws described above after the conclusion of the Public Hearing.
nect with others who are raising children, gain and offer support and understanding, gain information about parenting and other concerns, and have their children cared for while doing so, free of charge, can join a parent support circle. Parent Support Services of BC runs a Wednesday evening circle in Burquitlam. The support circle is an anonymous, confidential self-help group for parents with children 12 years old and under. Info: 604-669-1616 or www.parentsupportbc.ca. • Breastfeeding or pregnant and wanting to learn more? Looking for information or help? La Leche League Coquitlam groups offer informal, guided discussions and a chance to connect with other nursing mothers. New meeting location: Share Family and Community Services, 2615 Clarke St., PoMo. Meetings held second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. Women interested in breastfeeding and their children are invited to free monthly LLL meetings. Info: 604-520-4623 or www.lllc.ca.
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he Lunar New Year marks an important holiday for people of Asian heritage. And according to the 12 Chinese zodiac signs, 2019 is the Year of the Pig — a symbol of wealth in the Chinese culture because of its chubby face and body. In Coquitlam, there are a few events happening to celebrate the turn of the calendar:
n Feb. 2: The Tri-City News is a sponsor for the Year of the Boar activities at Henderson Place Mall (1163 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) from noon to 4 p.m., featuring stage performances, exhibits, a kids’ corner and hourly draws for shoppers. Entry to the kids’ corner is $5 per child and includes face panting, balloon twisting, a bouncy castle and wiggle cars; proceeds will be donated to Ronald McDonald House. The event opens
with a traditional lion eye-dotting ceremony and dance followed by lettuce picking and an appearance by the God of Fortune. n Feb. 3: The Swedish furniture company Ikea will have a lion dance during a traditional eye-dotting ceremony with Chinese drums and gongs to ring in the new year, at 12:30 p.m. The event takes place at the Coquitlam store entrance, at 1000 Lougheed Hwy. n Feb. 7: Tuck into a Chinese feast and enjoy the entertainment at the city of Coquitlam’s Glen Pine Pavilion, a seniors’ centre located south of city hall at 1200 Glen Pine Crt. The luncheon is on from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; admission is $13.50 via signmeup.coquitlam.ca (barcode 634406).
LUNAR NEW YEAR May the New Year be filled with prosperity, abundance, and health for everyone. Join us on Thursday, Feb. 7 at Coquitlam’s Glen Pine Pavilion for the Chinese New Year Luncheon as we celebrate the Year of the Pig with authentic Chinese dishes and entertainment. Find out more at coquitlam.ca/glenpine.
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Christopher Lancaster’s day at Fraser Downs in Cloverdale begins at 5:30 a.m., feeding, grooming and exercising his horses for the evening’s races. He’s continuing the family business that started with his grandfather, Forrest. His dad, Ron, shoes horses. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS HARNESS RACING
PoCo trainer on track Christopher Lancaster is up for important award MARIO BARTEL mbartel@tricitynews.com
Port Coquitlam’s Christopher Lancaster is riding the family business to success. The 28-year-old graduate of Riverside secondary school is a finalist as a future star of the O’Brien Awards, the top honours for standardbred horse racing in Canada, that will be presented in Mississauga, Ont., on Saturday. The recognition is a reward for the long days Lancaster puts in at the barns at two harness racing tracks in Alberta — Century Downs in Calgary and Century Mile in Leduc — and at Fraser Downs in Cloverdale. More importantly, it’s affirmation he made the right decision to turn his back on a potential career painting cars and, instead, follow
the footsteps of his grandfather and father to the track, trading, training and racing horses. Not that Lancaster was unfamiliar with life and toil in the paddocks. He pretty much grew up there, as his dad, Ron, trained horses then started shoeing them at tracks in Ontario before working his way west to eventually settle in British Columbia. “It’s the life of a gypsy,” said Lancaster, who divides his year equally between the three tracks as the standardbred racing season progresses. In fact, Lancaster spent so much time with his dad behind the backstretch, he earned the nickname “Cub,” to Ron’s “Bear.” At 12, Lancaster climbed into a sulky for the first time. He was enthralled. “It was exciting,” Lancaster said. So much so, when Lancaster graduated from Riverside in 2009, he decided his chosen path to study automotive paint in college
wasn’t for him, and headed to Alberta to begin his apprenticeship as a standardbred trainer. He hooked up with one of the best in the province, Kelly Hoerdt, who’s won more than 3,000 races as a driver and trainer. Lancaster learned the drudgery of cleaning out stalls and feeding horses beginning at 5:30 in the morning, grooming them, caring for their aches and pains, then harnessing them up to the two-wheeled cart for runs around the track to prepare them for the evening’s racing card. He also gained insight into the wheeling and dealing of horses that pays the bills, how to spot a horse with potential in a claims race and then turn it into a winner that can then be sold at a profit. Lancaster, who’s spending the winter season at Fraser Downs, said while the days with his stable of eight horses are long, they don’t feel like work. “It’s a lifestyle,” he said. Join the conversation at facebook.com/tricitynews
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Port Moody’s Ryan Tattle, of the Vancouver North East Chiefs, drives towards the net while being pursued by a Fraser Valley Thunderbird opponent in their BC Major Midget League game, Sunday at Burnaby 8-Rinks. The Chiefs lost the game, 4-0, but they did beat the Thunderbirds, 2-1, on Saturday. Quinton Hill, of Coquitlam, scored the winning goal. It was his 18th goal of the season. Goaltender Bruce Harroch, an affiliated player of the BC Hockey League’s Coquitlam Express, earned his 13th victory. He has a 2.75 goals against average in 19 starts. The results leave the Chiefs two points behind the Thunderbirds for first place in the BCMML standings, although Fraser Valley has played two fewer games. The Chiefs head up to Kelowna for the league’s annual Spotlight weekend, where they’ll play the Vancouver North West Hawks in a pair of games. The Hawks are currently in sixth place. The Chiefs draw players from east Burnaby, New Westminster, the TriCities and Ridge Meadows. JENNIFER GAUTHIER/BURNABY NOW
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Sands sinks winner for SFU Clan Three-pointer hands Northwest Nazarene first loss of season Coquitlam’s Kendal Sands scored a three-pointer with just 21 seconds left on the clock to give the Simon Fraser University Clan a 76-73 win over the previously undefeated Northwest Nazarene University, Saturday at SFU. The Clan’s win was their
Gleneagle Talons’ point guard Razely Dang tries to power his way past Pinetree Timberwolves forward Kyle Olley in the first half of their BC High School Boys Basketball Association Fraser Valley North league game, Monday afternoon at Gleneagle secondary school in Coquitlam. Pinetree won the game, 79-69. Dang scored 26 points for the Talons. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS Join the conversation at twitter.com/tricitynews
fifth in a row, and gives the team sole possession of third place in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference standings. Sands finished the game with eight points. Port Coquitlam’s Ozioma Nwabuko scored 11 and pulled down 10 rebounds for the Clan, who trailed by as many as 12 points before managing to double up on the visitors, 24-12 in the fourth quarter.
SFU hosts the University of Alaska Fairbanks tonight (Thursday) in the West Gym, and then the University of Alaska Anchorage on Saturday. Both games start at 7 p.m.
SWIM SUCCESS
Coquitlam’s Woinoski brothers helped Simon Fraser University’s swim team bring back some top results from a dual meet against the University of
Idaho and Grand Canyon University in Moscow, Idaho, on the weekend. Andrew Woinoski won the men’s 500-yard freestyle in 4.37.83, and finished second in the 1000-yard free, just ahead of his brother, Tim, who finished third. Freshman Alex Woinoski came in sixth in that event. Port Coquitlam’s Sara Whelan finished second in the 100-yard freestyle and third in the 200-yard free.
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BlueSky Properties Launches Final Tower at University District
The final tower at University District is launching this month. Following the success of our first two towers, BlueSky Properties is excited to bring this final phase to this growing and vibrant urban community. Set to take advantage of all that Surrey City Centre has to offer, the third and final tower will include more than 430 studio, one, two and three bedroom homes with efficient and liveable floorplans and thoughtful finishes. With prices starting at $359,900, the University University District is District community set in the heart of is on its way to the fastest-growing becoming an affordable, neighbourhood hub urban centre in offering plenty of British Columbia options for starter families, downsizers and investors. With over 23,000 square feet of amenity programming, including flexible spaces to connect with friends and neighbours, health and wellness facilities, kidfriendly zones and an outdoor pool, there are many ways to feel at home in this growing community. University District is set in the heart of the fastest-growing urban centre in British Columbia. With an increasingly young population and substantial, new investments into transit, parks and recreation facilities, Surrey is set to claim the title of the province’s biggest city within a generation. Surrey City Centre’s population will double in the next 20 years and 40,000 new jobs will be added over the next decade. With four SkyTrain stations, additional bus routes and a transit line to connect Surrey’s to its growing neighborhood centres, Surrey is moving forward at a pace that is faster and stronger than anywhere else in the province. And yet, real estate prices are still relatively low compared to other parts of the region, leading discerning homebuyers to increasingly choose Surrey. You can get a junior 2 bedroom in Surrey starting at $523,900. And at 725 to 768 square feet, projected rental income could be $1900 to $2000. “We believe in the vision of Surrey and we’re excited to
make Surrey a home for our company for years to come,” says Dale Bosa, CEO BlueSky Properties. “This is the final of three towers we are launching in this area. And we have another 5 towers in the pipeline. We feel really good about this area. It’s close to Civic Plaza, City Hall and present and future amenities and we know that this location was one of the reasons why our first towers sold so well.” University District is located at the corner of University Drive and 104th Avenue, close to SkyTrain, SFU and Holland Park. The new tower is part of BlueSky’s masterplanned community featuring studios, one, two and three-bedrooms, as well as townhomes, retail space and more. BlueSky Properties is committed to offering homebuyers brighter futures in new and emerging markets, where there’s still value and affordability, and where people can get into the market without compromise. BlueSky Properties is part of the Bosa Family of Companies, with roots in construction, home and community building going back fifty years. They have built more than 7,000 homes for over 15,000 homeowners throughout the Lower Mainland.
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“Our Beautiful Angel”
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June 30, 1986 - February 3, 2009 My daughter - My sister - My friend It’s been 10 long years since we lost you on that tragic night and although we wish every day that the person responsible for taking you from us would be held accountable it’s not just about that anymore. It’s about not having you with us when we lose someone or when someone chooses to walk away. It’s about not having you with us to share in the joy of a new life or new love that we’ve gained. It’s about not hearing you laugh or seeing you cry, sharing in your joy or your pain. It’s about not hearing you say I love you or being able to give you a hug or get a hug from you. It’s about not being able to see the sparkle in your eyes or the determination in everything you did. It’s about not being able to see who you would be today and who you would be sharing your life with. It’s about missing the things we would do and could be doing together. It’s about our special bond and the heartache that surrounds our lives now, it’s about all this and so much more. But honey most of all it’s about you and the pain of a goodbye for a story that will never be finished.
There’s a little place within my heart That is with me everyday A place where all my memories Are softly tucked away It is the perfect place In my grief for me to go For words could not explain How very much I miss you so
AASEN, Gordon Vernon December 6, 1925 – January 27, 2019 Born December 6, 1925 in Shaunavon, Saskatchewan Dad passed away peacefully January 27th at the Eagle Ridge Hospital. Predeceased by his wife, Flora brother Leif, sisters Elsa and Laila and is survived by his sister Sonja who turned 100 this past Christmas. Dad will be missed by his four children Greg (Margaret), Barb, Carol and John; and his grandchildren Anna, John, Michael, David, Elyse, Kirsten, Nathan, Jordon & Justin. Dad spent most of his working life as a bank manager in Burnaby and had a real interest in all sports but was particularly passionate about golf. He loved his trips down south with Mom and their friends where they enjoyed the horse races, casino’s and plenty of golf. A real trooper Dad had the ability to overcome life’s obstacles and live to the fullest! His smile, twinkle in his eye and genuine spirit on and off the golf course leave us all with lasting memories. Thanks to the Doctors and nurses who helped Dad remain comfortable. We will be having a Celebration of Dad’s Life on February 8, 2019 from 2:00- 4:00 PM at Pitt Meadows Golf Club.
“Skål strupe, in the morn, skål aquavit” RIP Ace
You were our gift and now you are our Angel Loving and Missing you Forever, Mommy, Daddy, Scott and your puppy Ferdinand
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Obituaries PARKER, Helen May It is with great sadness we announce our beloved mother and grandmother, Helen Parker, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family just days before her 89th birthday. She was predeceased by husband, Dennis, in 2001 and is survived by her sister, Marion (Joe), daughter Kathy (Peter), son Gordon (Denise) and daughter Jackie, her grandchildren, Kyle and Madison, and granddog, Kona (who loved her gramma very much). She touched the hearts of many, and will be sadly missed by all those who had the chance to know her. The family would like to send special thanks to the Emergency Room and ward staff of Royal Columbian Hospital (6 South) and Eagle Ridge Hospital (C2B) for their compassionate care over the past few weeks. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to either RCH, ERH or the Crossroads Hospice. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 140 Moody St, Port Moody on Saturday, February 2nd at 11:00 a.m. Online condolences may be offered at www.burquitlamfuneralhome.ca
RUTHERFORD, Derek June 12, 1936 - January 25, 2019 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden and peaceful passing of Derek. He was born and raised in England. He worked for many years as a t. v. technician. He enjoyed making and flying model airplanes, fishing, taking and editing videos and bowling. Survived by wife, Donna, son Robert (Zahra) and daughter Maureen. Seven grandchildren, Jacqueline (Will), Chantal (Nick), Kristen, Julia, Kendrick, Jayden and McKenna; three great-grandchildren, Dominic, Hailey and Caleb. A Memorial Service will be held at Eagle Ridge United Church, 2813 Glen Drive, Coquitlam on February 9th at 2 PM. Online condolences may be offered at: www.BurquitlamFuneralHome.ca 604-936-9987
BOE, John July 22, 1922 − January 20, 2019 It is with profound sadness that the family of John Boe announces his passing on January 20, 2019, at the age of 96 years. John will be greatly missed by his son, John Jr. (Sharon); daughter, Wendy (Jim); granddaughters, Heather (Mark) and Christina (Tyler); great−grandsons, Milo and Lincoln; his brother, Elmer (Joyce); and sister, Dolly. He will also be forever remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family in Norway, and dear friends. John was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Allison Ruth Boe; sisters, Helga and Magda; and brother, Kenneth. John was born in Oppdal, Norway, to Ingeborg and Theodore. At age six he travelled to Canada with his mother and two sisters, arriving at Fraser Mills to join their father. A resident of the Coquitlam area for over 80 years, he attended Millside School, where he learned English with the help of comic books. After grade 11, John joined the Canadian Navy during WWII and received training in Esquimalt, BC; Scotland; and Plymouth, England, where he was inspected by King George VI. Beginning on D−Day, his landing craft, LCI 135, made 13 trips across the English Channel to the Juno beaches. John was one of two men onboard responsible for the main engines and stern winch, which was used to pull the ship off the beach once soldiers had disembarked. John was eventually sent back to Esquimalt to prepare for the planned, and later cancelled, invasion of Japan. It was during this time he met the love of his life, Allison (nee Shrewsbury), who took pity on his terrible roller−skating skills. They married in Victoria in 1948, honeymooned at Alouette Lake and rented an apartment in New Westminster before acquiring land in Coquitlam. Together they built a house on Cape Horn, overlooking the Fraser River. John owned and operated Sapperton Motors with his partner, Scotty Borthwick, for over 30 years, offering mechanical services to residents of New Westminster and the Tri−Cities. An avid outdoorsman, he loved to explore BC with his wife, children, and eventually, grandchildren. He made many memories with family and friends at both Shuswap and Gun Lake, two places that meant so much to him. Optimistic, funny, and slightly mischievous, stories abound from those who had the pleasure of calling John a friend: bathtub races, fishing on the Fraser, snowmobile adventures, ice− fishing, raucous road trips, waterskiing, and the occasional footrace against a horse... barefoot. On most Sundays you could find John seated with his family at the ABC Country restaurant, eating a single green egg Benny with a hot water. His family was his pride and joy and he will be deeply and forever missed by them. A Celebration of John’s remarkable life will be held at the family home on Sunday, March 3rd, 2019, from 1 pm to 4 pm. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favourite charity.
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READY, Jennifer Lyn (Caunce) It is with great sadness that the family of Jennifer Lyn Ready announces her passing on Thursday, November 8, 2018, at the age of 42 years. Jen was a loving mother of three children, Richard, Kimmie, and Cherisse. Jennifer was the first born child of Brian and Bonita Caunce, and sister of Rob, Christen, and Sarah. Jennifer had her struggles but was a good person with a big heart. She is gone but never forgotten. Her memory lives on in the hearts of her family and loved ones who remember all the good times that were had and memories made. Jennifer was taken too soon but no longer has to suffer and is at peace. She will be lovingly remembered. A memorial service will be held at the Pitt Meadows Golf Club on Saturday, February 16, 2019, at 1 pm.
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LEGAL WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT The following vehicle will be sold, as per the Warehouse Lien Act: 2002 MERCEDES C230 VIN: WDBRN47J42S336907 Registered Owner: SOLID FREIGHT SYSTEMS LTD Debt amount as of Jan 19th 2019, is $ 5,983.60 If you have claim to this vehicle please respond in writing by Feb, 8th 2019 to COQUITLAM TOWING AND STORAGE COMPANY LTD 218 CAYER STREET COQUITLAM, BC V3K5B1
WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT The following vehicle will be sold, as per the Warehouse Lien Act: 2009 SUBARU TRIBECA VIN: 4S4WX990594402968 Registered Owner: PAIK SEUNGGWON Debt Amount as of Jan, 19th 2019 is $ 13,242.59 If you have claim to this vehicle please respond in writing by Feb, 8th 2019 to COQUITLAM TOWING AND STORAGE COMPANY LTD 218 CAYER STREET COQUITLAM, BC V3K 5B1
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WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT The following vehicle will be sold, as per the Warehouse Lien Act: 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer VIN: JA32U2FU4CU605430 Registered Owner: Labrance Yann Debt amount as of Jan 19th 2019 is $ 5,872.94 If you have claim to this vehicle please respond in writing by Feb,8th 2019 to COQUITLAM TOWING AND STORAGE COMPANY LTD 218 CAYER STREET COQUITLAM, BC V3K 5B1
WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT The following vehicle will be sold , as per the Warehouse Lien Act: 2002 HONDA CIVIC VIN: 2HGE516402H923627 Registered Owner: TEW AMANDA ISABELLE Debt amount as of Jan, 19th 2019, is $ 4,528.27 If you have claim to this vehicle please respond in writing by Feb 8th, 2019 to COQUITLAM TOWING AND STORAGE COMPANY LTD 218 CAYER STREET COQUITLAM, BC V3K 5B1
WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT The following vehicle will be sold, as per the Warehouse Lien Act: 1976 DODGE 2WHDR VIN: D27BD68348713 Registered Owner: HERNER JOEL EDWARD Debt amount as of Jan 19th 2019 is $ 3,878.87. If you have claim to this vehicle please respond in writing by Feb,8th 2019 to COQUITLAM TOWING AND STORAGE COMPANY LTD 218 CAYER STREET COQUITLAM, BC V3K 5B1
WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT The following vehicle will be sold, as per the Warehouse Lien Act: 2003 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY VIN: SALTY164X3A813603 Registered Owner: WILHELM JEFFEREY KARL Debt Amount as of Jan 19th 2019, is $ 4,567.62 If you have claim to this vehicle please respond in writing by Feb, 8th 2019 to COQUITLAM TOWING AND STORAGE COMPANY LTD 218 CAYER STREET COQUITLAM, BC V3K5B1
WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT The following vehicle will be sold, as per the Warehouse Lien Act: 2008 HYUNDAI ELANTRA VIN: KMHDU15D08U347000 Registered Owner: OUELLETTE KAVEN Debt Amount as of Jan 19th 2019, is $5,265.74 If you have claim to this vehicle please respond in writing by Feb, 8th 2019 to COQUITLAM TOWING AND STORAGE COMPANY LTD 218 CAYER STREET COQUITLAM, BC V3K 5B1
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HIRING Plumbers Daryl-Evans Mechanical Ltd. is involved in Commercial and Institutional projects. We have great people and are excited to add to our group of professionals. We offer very competitive wages and benefits. If you are looking for long term employment, possess strong mechanical aptitude and are a motivated individual, please email your resume to: info@daryl-evans.com or fax 604-525-4744.
ANYTIME CLEANERS Cleaning Company Hiring Residential House Cleaners. Valid Drivers Lic required. Call or Email: 778-899-2105 julietcobb@hotmail.com AUJLAS’ FARMS LTD
Farm Labourers
Required 5 or 6 days per week, 40 or 50 hours per week. $12.65 per hour. Horticultural work such as; planting, pruning, spacing and harvesting the crop. Employment starts early APRIL 2019. Submit your application: Email: aujlafarms@shaw.ca Fax: 604-465-9340 Or by Mail: 12554 Wooldridge Road, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 1Z1
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Required immediately 5 Electricians and 2 HVAC Air Conditioning Technicians on a permanent, full time basis in Lower Mainland, BC construction projects. Duties include but not limited to installation of electrical wiring, fixtures and AC systems. You must possess high school diploma and some vocational training in electrical or air conditioning trade. Additionally, 2 years experience in respective trades and English communication skill is required. Hourly wage: $27.25 (electrician) and $35.25 (AC technician) with competitive benefit package. Email resume to: info@nrgelectric.ca Fax: 604-527-8804 or Mail it to: NRG Electric Ltd, 900 Sherwood Ave, Coquitlam, BC, V3K 1A6
is looking for a Driver to deliver bundles to carriers in the Tri Cities area on Thursdays. Must have reliable van or the like. Call 604-472-3040
MARKETPLACE Burial Plots Forest Lawn Burial Plots Garden of Tribute Phase 2 Close to path; 2 double deep, adjacent long crypt, upright marker ok. New plots sell for $26,000, Will Sell Both for $48,000. 604-996-3007 or email: blccalder@hotmail.ca
3 Bedroom/1.5 Bath − $2,500 Central Coquitlam with easy access to Highway 1 Recently renovated lovely family home 3 bedrooms and 1 and 1/2 bathrooms in one of the best locations in Coquitlam. This home is located on a very quiet street situated on a large fenced 66 x 145−foot lot. (Grasscutting included).Some of the many features are: New kitchen open concept with breakfast bar and open dining area; generous sized living room with gas fireplace; beautiful expansive views from massive wrap−around deck off kitchen and dining room; hardwood floors refinished and new tile floors in eating area, bathrooms, etc, and new carpets in the bedrooms; all new window coverings and newer windows; newer furnace, roof, and hot water tank; new stacked washer and dryer. *Bonus* Double attached garage with small workshop. 2 blocks to transportation and 3 blocks to schools. Utilities: shared percentage. Pets, with owners approval. No smoking. Minimum 1−year lease required. 604−339−1274
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