TriCity News November 21 2019 by Tri-City News

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Salmon numbers up & down this year Rough autumn for streamkeepers who monitor returns Diane StranDberg dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

Justine Cook wraps a tree with lights as part of the crew setting up for the city of Coquitlam’s hugely popular Lights at Lafarge in Town Centre Park. More than 400,000 LED lights are being used in this year’s display, which opens Nov. 30 and runs to Jan. 19. For more photos, see page 17. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS

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Coquitlam River coho salmon are returning to their spawning grounds in greater numbers than other species. But that good news raises questions about what happened to the chum, chinook, pink and sockeye salmon, whose numbers are down. “Mother Nature isn’t just picking on us,” said Norm Fletcher, co-ordinator of the Port Coquitlam and District Hunting and Fishing Club’s Grist Goesen Memorial Hatchery, who said salmon numbers are down and no one knows exactly why. Fisheries and Oceans Canada won’t provide salmon

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Left: Restaurateur Fred Soofi checks the view from the second-floor dormer of the Moisio Residence, which he has renovated and is now selling. Bottom left: The 1912 house has been refurbished to modern tastes but enhanced with heritage flourishes culled from Soofi’s personal collection of stained glass salvaged from other homes. Bottom right: The house backs onto a second heritage home Soofi is currently renovating.

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A businessman with a philanthropist’s heart, Fred Soofi doesn’t get poetic when talking about the joys and challenges of preserving older Port Moody homes. Instead of discussing his dream of moving not one — but three — heritage homes to a single lot at the corner of Douglas and George streets, one of which is finished and up for sale, Soofi is more likely to talk about the practical aspects of construction. There’s the infrastructure hidden behind the walls to keep the 107-year-old Moisio house strong; the concrete foundation that will withstand the heaviest quake; and the millwork, shingles, lighting and other fixtures installed to keep the house in its original Craftsman form. But scratch the surface and you find that Soofi loves saving beautiful old things: He has a room full of stained glass windows he has collected, and stacks of hardwood saved from other homes that were being torn down. The lights that grace the front of the home at 2130 St. George St. aren’t modern knock-offs but vintage milk glass ceiling lights he has obtained over the years. “It’s what I do. When people demolish, I go have a look,” Soofi said. Now, he hopes others will come and have a look at what he has created, with the help of CityState Consulting, which was responsible for planning

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secondary suite or, with stairs added back, reintroduced as part of the single-family home. Art, craftsmanship and heritage are blended for a unique style that Royer says will give the future owners a sense of pride. For example, stained glass is used throughout and one circular piece was crafted by artist Margaret Billings. It’s been more than three years since this project started, with Soofi moving the three homes from places where new development was planned to save them from the wrecking ball. The first to be finished was originally owned by Esa Moisio, a millwright at the ThurstonFlavelle Mill, who was also an alderman. The other two homes are: the Sutherland, relocated from St. George Street to make way for a 12-unit townhouse, and the Siddall, once owned by James Pridham Siddall, a sawmill engineer. Now complete or nearly finished, the homes are ready to be lived in by the next generation of Port Moody residents. Asked about that, Soofi again offered no poetry, saying simply: “It’s good.”

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Free Wi-Fi at Como Lake and Mackin Parks Park users can now access free Wi-Fi while they’re strolling Como Lake or watching a football game at Mackin Park. The free service is part of a City-wide plan to enhance Wi-Fi service at City parks and facilities in the coming months. Next up for enhanced Wi-Fi is the Mundy Park Field House and Spani Pool. Watch for updates on Coquitlam’s social media channels and learn more at coquitlam.ca/smart.

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S E A R C H E R S N E E D A N E W B O AT Coquitlam Search and Rescue (CSAR) is in the market for a new boat. Tom Zajac, CSAR president, said fundraising is getting underway to replace the group’s 25-year-old zodiac, which recently broke down and is no longer reliable in an emergency. “We actually had an engine failure,” he told The Tri-City News Tuesday. “We are now relying on assistance from Ridge Meadows [Search and Rescue] and our smaller boat to do any water operations.” A new boat would need to be aluminum enclosed and capable of navigating everything from the shallow waters around Widgeon Creek to the Pitt and Fraser rivers. Monday, Coquitlam council agreed to release $33,000 that had been put in reserve for a boat replacement but Zajac said that will only cover a portion of the estimated $125,000 price tag. To cover the rest of the total, SAR will be approaching other municipalities and community organizations as well as relying on donations from the public. Anyone interested in contributing can click the Donate Now button on the Coquitlam Search and Rescue website (coquitlam-sar.bc.ca/support-us). SUBMITTED PHOTO

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Another Burquitlam rental building is facing the wrecking ball. Coquitlam city council approved Monday third reading of a rezoning application that could pave the way for a 42-storey tower and a six-storey mid-rise on Cottonwood Avenue. The project would replace a 50-year-old apartment build-

ing, displacing tenants like Joel Dunstan, who said he and his family are unlikely to be able to afford to stay in the neighbourhood. “The rent is high,” he told Coquitlam council, flanked by his wife and son, during a public hearing Monday. “Anywhere you go, the rent is way higher than what we can truly afford as a family.” Rob Bottos, a friend of the family who also spoke at the public hearing, said the number of below-market units in the new development is not enough to replace what would be lost. He added that the city is in danger of turning Burquitlam into an enclave

that excludes low-income families. But not all speakers at the hearing came out against the project. Several people commended the developer, Anthem Properties, for offering a generous relocation package for residents displaced by the project. Simon Taylor, a senior director with the company, said assistance starts at three months rental compensation, increasing to as high as 20 months depending on the length of the tenancy. Residents will also receive $500 for moving costs and are free to end their tenancy at any time without penalty. Taylor also noted that the

new project would increase the number of purpose-built rental units from 98 in the existing building to 135 in the new development, including 20 designated as below-market, which would be administered by BC Housing. But completion of those rental units would be years away, said Coun. Bonita Zarrillo, who was the lone vote against the project. She acknowledged that Anthem’s proposal may be the right land use but said the priority should be keeping the 98 affordable housing units that currently exist on the site. According to the developer, there are 66 empty units in

the building as tenants have moved out ahead of the redevelopment. Zarrillo said if the project did not go forward, those units would be available. “Right now, we are desperately in need of rental units that are affordable and this building has 66 units,” she said, later adding: “When we are asking people in this market to leave good housing to go to housing that is way less affordable, I just think that is a travesty.” Zarrillo added that she would like to see some of the purpose-built rental currently in stream completed before more buildings get knocked down. According to the most re-

cent Goodman Report, which tracks development in Metro Vancouver, there are currently 3,632 rental units in 19 buildings at various stages of the development process at Coquitlam city hall. In 2019, only 102 units were completed in two buildings. Coun. Dennis Marsden, who supported the rezoning application, said he was troubled that 66 units in the buildings were vacant, given the demand for housing. He added that the city should look at finding ways of encouraging owners to keep units occupied for as long as possible, although he acknowledged that could also present challenges.

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A contractor and a Port Coquitlam homeowner will be penalized following a series of spills that contaminated Hyde Creek recently, according to a city official. Just a day or two before the Hyde Creek Watershed Society was about to celebrate its 20th annual Salmon Festival last Sunday, paint was discovered in the creek near the societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hatchery. It followed a spill a week earlier that appeared to be caused by portable toilet chemicals and waste. Bob Bell, PoCoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s section manager of streets, said this past weekend he and his staff went upstream and discovered a home being renovated that had a portable toilet outside. The spills seemed to be occurring at the end of the work day so the staff staked the home out after hours Monday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just like clockwork, there it was,â&#x20AC;? said Bell, who praised his staff for discovering the source of the spills. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of our staff went to the back lane to see over the fence and saw them washing [contaminants] into the catch basin. We went

The city of PoCo is looking at penalizing a homeowner and contractor after paint was found contaminating Hyde Creek on the weekend. The city notes any substance entering storm sewer systems ends up unfiltered in waterways. Even chemicals car wash soap can cause contamination. Scott Ducharme/FiSherieS & oceanS canaDa

to the front of the house and told them to stop and let them know the damage theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d caused in the last little while. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m thankful we found it.â&#x20AC;? He said the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bylaw department will be issuing notices to the homeowner and contractor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell you where itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re definitely going to fine these people,â&#x20AC;? said Bell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow this to happen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The more discouraging thing is people who plead ig-

norance to this.â&#x20AC;? Although the society was happy to see the recent heavy rains â&#x20AC;&#x201D; because the creek had been drying up, inhibiting spawning salmon â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the spills put a cloud over the creek darker than the ones dispensing precipitation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be good for anybody. The wildlife donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t deserve to have that in their waterways,â&#x20AC;? said Hyde Creek Watershed Society secretary Jean Peachman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a sad story.â&#x20AC;?

Advertising for vaping products is now banned in Port Coquitlam. Last Tuesday, city council changed its advertising policy to prohibit third-party advertising of vaping products on city land, in city publications and at city events. Mayor Brad West said staff consulted with lawyers on the proposed policy revision and said the municipality is in a â&#x20AC;&#x153;strong positionâ&#x20AC;? should it be challenged in courts. The intention of the vaping advertisement ban is to promote a healthy community, he said, and follows provincial government regulations, due to take effect next year, to restrict vaping products and advertising, and to hike taxes on the goods as of Jan. 1. PoCo Coun. Nancy McCurrach, who raised the topic earlier this year, said the advertisement ban on vaping aims to â&#x20AC;&#x153;protect our youth. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to do the best that we can in our city.â&#x20AC;? The updated advertising policy doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t extend to digital billboards, which are on private property. Sports club and special event sponsor-

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A giant government-run cannabis store will open on PoCoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s north side. Last Tuesday, after a public hearing, city council unanimously endorsed the rezoning bid by BC Liquor Distribution Branch â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the only wholesale distributor of non-medical cannabis in the province and the operator of BC Cannabis Stores â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to open a large outlet near Home Depot, in the Dominion Triangle. At its Nov. 12 meeting, city council also gave two bylaw readings to allow for the production of goods made with cannabis extracts â&#x20AC;&#x201D; cannabis edibles, extracts and topicals â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in the city.

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More sidewalks, streetlights and new utility pipes will be installed along Port Coquitlam roads next year under the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $52.7-million capital plan that is set to be approved next Tuesday. The two-year capital plan â&#x20AC;&#x201D; as recommended this week by committee of council â&#x20AC;&#x201D; also calls for changes to Coast Meridian Road; Prairie, Kingsway and Langan avenues; and Shaughnessy Street. As well, the committee earmarked an additional $494,400 for a climate change

adaptation strategy, to begin planning in 2021. Residents will get a chance to comment on the draft operational budget in February.

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A PoCo church helping the homeless during cold weather needs a hand. Trinity United Church is seeking volunteers for its extreme weather shelter program to: set up the shelter at night and serve a hot meal, between 9 and 11 p.m.; take down the shelter in the morning and serve breakfast, between 5:30 and 7:30 a.m. or 6 to 8 a.m.; monitor grocery supplies; and clean blankets. The extreme weather program at the Prairie Avenue church offers 20 mats to people without homes, during the worst winter nights until March 31. The program kicks in when the Tri-Cities extreme weather response co-ordinator sends out an alert. Service agencies, police and bylaw officers are notified of the additional shelter spots. The church shelter is open overnight only and is closed during the daytime. To volunteer, call the church at 604-942-0022 or email Coun. Nancy McCurrach at mccurrachn@ portcoquitlam.ca.

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Public Hearing Notice When: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at 7pm • Where: Council Chambers, City Hall, 100 Newport Dr., Port Moody, B.C. Port Moody Council is holding a Public Hearing to consider the following four applications: LOCATION MAP - #1 101 Morrissey Road

SUBJECT PROPERTY

APPROX LOCATION OF CANNABIS RETAIL

LOCATION MAP - 2506 St. Johns Street

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1. Location: 1-101 Morrissey Road (Application #13-6700-40-10)

2. Location: 2506 St. Johns Street (Application #13-6700-40-02)

Bylaw Number: 3216

Bylaw Number: 3215

Applicant: Burb Cannabis Corp.

Applicant: Stelleva Ventures Inc.

Purpose: To amend a land use contract for 1-101 Morrissey Road for site specific Cannabis Retail Use.

Purpose: To rezone 2506 St. Johns Street for site specific Cannabis Retail Use.

LOCATION MAP - 2816 St. Johns Street

LOCATION MAP - 3034 St. Johns Street

SUBJECT PROPERTY

APPROX LOCATION OF CANNABIS RETAIL

SUBJECT PROPERTY

APPROX LOCATION OF CANNABIS RETAIL

3. Location: 2816 St. Johns Street (Application #13-6700-40-06)

4. Location: 3034 St. Johns Street (Application #13-6700-40-05)

Bylaw Number: 3215

Applicant: Aura Cannabis Inc.

Applicant: New Elite Investment Inc.

Purpose: To rezone 2816 St. Johns Street for site specific Cannabis Retail Use.

Purpose: To rezone 3034 St. Johns Street for site specific Cannabis Retail Use.

Get in touch! How do I get more information? Ask questions and review the applications at the Planning Division counter on the 2nd floor of City Hall, 100 Newport Dr., Port Moody, B.C. between 8:30am and 5pm, Monday to Friday, or online at portmoody.ca/publichearing after November 12, 2019. You can also contact us at planning@portmoody.ca or 604.469.4540.

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How can I provide input? 1. If you believe your property is affected by any of these applications, comment directly to Council on November 26, 2019. 2. You can also send a submission in writing before 12 noon on November 26, 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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20+ years later, lessons from NewPort Former mayor and planner discuss why NewPort works mario Bartel mbartel@tricitynews.com

As Port Moody residents consider the future of the neighbourhood around the Moody Centre SkyTrain station, and council prepares to move forward on ambitious plans to create vibrant mixed-use urban communities at Westport Village and the Flavelle sawmill property, former mayor Dave Driscoll can’t help but feel a sense of déjà vu. Driscoll, who led the city from 1983 to ’93 and served as an alderman before that, heard all the current concerns about densification, walls of tall towers, traffic congestion and the threat new development poses to Port Moody’s “small-town character” before as the city pondered a plan to develop 13.5 acres of scrub land at Ioco Road and Guildford Way. That piece of property became NewPort Village, a dense collection of more than 900 homes in highrise and low-rise buildings constructed along an internal roadway lined with retail shops, services and restaurants as well as a central square where a produce market and bakery are destinations. According to Eric Vance, Port Moody’s director of planning from 1992 to ’95, the project

Left: Dave Driscoll says the approval of the NewPort Village development still stands as one of the proud achievements of his time as Port Moody’s mayor. Above: a model of an early planned version of NewPort. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS

ticks all the boxes of good urban design: It offers a variety of living spaces; there are employment opportunities in the retail spaces as well as the office building at the development’s gateway along Ioco; the shops lining wide sidewalks protected by awnings and colonnades mean residents can access most of their daily needs just a short walk from their front door and encourages social interaction. But Vance, who still does consulting work for Port Moody and other cities, said achieving those goals is the result of a series of serendipitous decisions as well as a solid spirit of collaboration between the city, the community and the developer. “Let’s do something that looks right and feels right,” he said of the process.

Driscoll told The Tri-City News the foundation for NewPort Village was put in place in the 1970s, when Port Moody’s north shore was identified as the city’s best potential area for future growth, and infrastructure such as roads, water and sewer lines were put in place to accommodate that. Tying the city’s south and north shores together would be Inlet Centre and plans evolved to create a civic centre. And key to making that centre a vibrant, lively place would be development of the plot of property across Ioco Road that had been acquired in the 1980s by developer Nat Bosa. As the community and council began discussing the future of the property, Driscoll said one theme was recurring: Residents wanted more hous-

ing options that could keep them in the community even as they downsized. Vance said there was tremendous pressure on the city’s planning staff to get the new development right. So much so, that a year after a plan to build 800 homes — most of them in four highrises — and more than 200,000 sq. ft. of commercial space in a mall-like configuration was approved, the city and developer went back to the drawing board. Bosa wanted more density and less commercial space. A new architect, John Perkins Sr. — who helped design Whistler Village — was brought in. Instead of being stacked in a row along Guildford Way, five slightly shorter towers were scattered around the property’s periphery while low-rise con-

dos along the project’s internal roads gave it a more human dimension. The retail component was scaled back to 70,000 sq. ft., most of it in smaller, groundfloor spaces. From that framework came further refinements, Vance said. A decision to use green glass in the first condo tower — trendy in the early 1990s — was abandoned, as was a plan to leave the central square empty as a community gathering space. Red brick was chosen as a component for exterior walls not only for its warm aesthetic but also to create an historical link to the city’s old Clayburn Brick factory. Tying it all together were green spaces, lighting, signage and seating areas designed by landscape architect Larry Diamond. The result, Vance said, was a “largely inward-looking” enclave that looks contemporary and functions as a vibrant community more than 20 years

after it was built. In fact, he still gives tours of NewPort to urban planners and architects looking to replicate its success. Vance said that success was smoothed by being able to work with a single developer that shared the city’s vision for what the project should be. “It’s a collaborative process,” he said. “There’s got to be give and take.” Driscoll, enjoying a morning coffee in Gallagher’s in NewPort Village, said the project stands as a proud achievement of his political career. He said he likes that he can run into friends whenever he visits. It shows what can be achieved when a council listens to residents and works cohesively alongside talented professionals and motivated developers, Driscoll said. “This works as an organic place, it works functionally and it works economically,” he said, adding the city’s role was mainly to “set the table.”

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Topic: PoCo says ‘no’ to Force of Nature

“I am impressed they did this. The council, that is. How can people believe that local councils can control the global climate? This is absurd.”

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he BC Liberals may have a slam dunk — finally — with their latest effort to advance their agenda in a divided legislature with an initiative to require seatbelts on new school buses. This week, BC Liberal MLA Laurie Throness (ChilliwackKent) introduced a private member’s bill that would require all new school buses in B.C. purchased after 2021 to be equipped with seatbelts. With cars required to have seatbelts and airline travellers required to put them on during turbulence, landing and

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take off, it only makes sense that our most vulnerable travellers are protected, too. Still, it’s hard to say how much this bill, if passed, would affect local students. School District 43 doesn’t transport students via school bus from home to school as the little yellow school bus was long ago removed as a

public service because of the cost. But schools do charter buses occasionally and some high schools have buses for field trips. Where school buses are more frequently used is in rural districts and it’s likely the province would have to pay for the new restraining de-

vices when buses are replaced in a few years. And while we don’t know the cost, it seems seatbelts would be a reasonable safety precaution to take. In his presentation, Throness cited Transport Canada information from more than 25,000 collisions involving school buses in Canada from 1995 to 2004 that resulted in five deaths and more than 3,400 injuries. The province, meanwhile, is awaiting results of a federal government report on school bus safety, including seatbelt policy, before making any changes. However wise that report may be, and waiting for federal input could also come with funding, it should be noted that the safety of students is a non-partisan issue that should be embraced by all sides.

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‘Mayor should resign’ vs. ‘PoMo should move on’ The Editor, Re. “Vagramov says ‘awkward date’ resulted in sex assault charge” (tricitynews.com, Nov. 14) and “Sex charge is stayed against Vagramov” (The Tri-City News, Nov. 14). There has been much said in the media about Port Moody Mayor Rob Vagramov’s press conference regarding the conclusion, in the courts, of his sexual assault case. We might actually have a little respect for him if he had acted like a grown-up, stood up in front of the media and all of us residents and said he was sorry — owned up to his misdeed, promised to try to be a better man and human, and shown just one iota of humility about the charge.

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around the nesting beach and, after nesting, society workers will plop wire cages over the nests to safeguard them. Caresse Selk, Coquitlam’s urban forestry and parks services manager, said the society’s Coastal Painted Turtle Project is monitoring the site and the turtles, which are now moving from basking logs to a muddy place at the bottom of Lost Lake to hibernate for the winter. When the temperature warms, she said, the female turtles will gravitate to the beach to lay their clutch (up to 18 eggs). Then, they’ll cover up their nest and wait of their eggs to break, around September, although most hatchlings will stay in their nests until the spring. The survival rate is usually low, said biologist Aimee Mitchell, a manager with the project. Still, she’s optimistic the population at Lost Lake will turn around, as it has at other locations — including

Burnaby Lake and Nicomen Slough in Agassiz. (Project workers have also introduced some 400 juvenile and rescued turtles at Metro Vancouver and municipal parks.) Funded by the city, Lehigh Hanson Inc. and the BC Hydro Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program, and supported by the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources, the Lost Lake turtle nesting beach is part of Coquitlam’s Mundy Park Forest Management Plan. Mitchell, who works with biologist Deanna MacTavish on assessment areas around the Lower Mainland, said they want to work with the park association and recruit volunteers next summer to patrol the beach and to educate visitors about the turtle program. “It’s really important that we continue to protect the biodiversity of Mundy Park,” Selk said during a walk last week to Lost Lake. “It’s a unique and special place in our city.”

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Poor sockeye returns a big disappointment continued from front page

The biggest disappointment is the failure of any sockeye to return after a concerted effort to restore the run that was destroyed decades ago when the Coquitlam River dam was built, although the hatchery hasn’t given up, he said, and will continue work to bring back the run. The lack of chum salmon is a bit of a surprise because they typically do well, in part because they spend so little time

in the river before heading out to sea and, therefore, aren’t as affected by development, spills and other problems. Because so much of their lives are spent in the ocean, scientists have to look to the deep waters to find out what happened to B.C.’s Fraser fishery this year, Fletcher said. “When the chum were in the tens of thousands, they were everywhere. You couldn’t get in the river without stepping on some in certain places. “They were highly visible

and they’re not this year,” he said, reflecting concerns raised by other Tri-City stream stewards who have said there are fewer chum than in previous years and the ones that returned this year reached their home creeks and steams later than usual. He said it’s not known exactly what happened to the chum, telling The Tri-City News, “There are several species all got hit for reasons that a whole lot of people are doing a lot of searching to find.”

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The city of Coquitlam’s annual Christmas display in Town Centre Park, Lights at Lafarge, will be turned on Saturday, Nov. 30. The free kick-off event runs from 6 to 8 p.m. and features live entertainment, roving performers, as well as a fire and light show by NZR Productions at 7:35 p.m. Food trucks will also be stationed at both sides of the lake from 5 to 9 p.m. But before the switch can be thrown on approximately 410,000 LED bulbs that will wrap around the 1.2-km loop around Lafarge Lake, an army of city staff and 650 Light Brigade volunteers have been working for months. They’ve been designing, fabricating and installing the colourful displays that will be lit every evening, from dusk until 11 p.m. (through midnight on New Year’s Eve) until Jan. 19, 2020. Installation began after Remembrance Day and will continue right up until the kick-off event, said parks operations manager Wendy Wiederick. The displays include stars, tulips, origami cranes, salmon, the city’s logo and wreaths. New this year is the addition of rope lighting around the city’s 20-foot whale ecosculpture that’s based upon a design by First Nations artist Bill Reid, which will be floating in an LED sea of more than 10,000 twinkling lights. Clockwise from above: Andre Dionne said it takes him nearly three days to affix more than 50 strands of lights along the rail fencing on the east side of Lafarge Lake; Andrea Ledingham checks the electrical connection for one of the displays; Tyson Bush strings lights high in a tree; all the lights require thousands of metres of extension cord strung in trees; Lonnie Semchuk and Bill Nichol team up. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS

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Coquitlam family says ‘thanks’ to the paramedics who delivered – on the road Arthur came into the world in ambulance headed for RCH JaniS Cleugh jcleugh@tricitynews.com

The birth certificate for Arthur Tadhg John states he was born at Royal Columbian Hospital. In fact, the Coquitlam baby arrived several blocks from the New Westminster institution — in a moving vehicle. His parents weren’t expecting their second child to come out so quickly. After all, their first, Viola Scarlette, took 14 hours before she made her appearance. But Arthur’s story is unique. On the morning of Aug. 29, Jasmine John went into labour at her and husband Anish John’s Coquitlam home. The couple called their midwife to let her know the contractions were 30 seconds apart but she advised them to stay put for as long as possible. The pain was intense, Jasmine recalled, and she asked Anish to call a friend to drive over and look after their daughter. As the contractions intensified, Jasmine told Anish she was ready to go to the hospital but, not wanting the birth in their vehicle, Anish called 911 for help. In the meantime, Anish received birthing instructions from a dispatcher. Paramedics Curtis

Baby Arthur, held by paramedic Curtis Rasmussen, with (left to right) father Anish John, paramedics Jason Davies and Sami Lingren, and mother Jasmine Anish John with daughter Viola Scarlette John, 3. The family reunited with the paramedics at their Coquitlam home last Friday. (Missing is paramedic Michella McCaskill.) JANIS CLEUGH/THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Rasmussen, Jason Davies, Sami Lingren and Michella McCaskill had just wrapped up a call early in their shift when they got the alert. Seeing Jasmine on the bedroom floor, they cranked the heat and prepared for a delivery but Jasmine and her midwife wanted to try to get to RCH in case any complications arose. Loading her on a Manta Rescue Aid mat (a flexible transfer sheet, with handles), the paramedics navigated the prone, pregnant woman down the stairs; Jasmine had another contraction on the way down. In the ambulance, the para-

medics got towels ready and gave Jasmine laughing gas to numb the pain. “I was high and happy,” she recalled. By the time they reached the Brunette Avenue overpass, near the Braid Street SkyTrain station, Rasmussen was telling Davies he could see the head crowning. Within about 30 seconds, the 10-year paramedic was passing the newborn onto Jasmine’s chest for skin-on-skin contact; he and Davies — a 25-year paramedic and the father of twin girls — covered the pair to ensure they stayed warm and

checked their vital signs. By the time they got to the hospital, maternity doctors and nurses were already on standby in the emergency ward, positioned on a Code Pink (imminent delivery) to cut the umbilical cord and receive the placenta. About five hours later — after the Johns got the all-clear and baby Arthur had a bath — the family was released with their 8-lb. bundle of joy, born at 40 weeks and one day. That night, “We got home, looked at each other and said, ‘What happened today?’” Jasmine said.

A week later, the couple posted a message of thanks to the BC Ambulance Service through its “Thank a Paramedic” online system. On Sept. 6, Anish wrote: “Thank you J.D., Curtis and Michelle (+ a fourth paramedic whose name I can’t remember — I apologize). These 4 people were vital in delivering our baby inside an ambulance on Aug 29th. Curtis mentioned it was his first time delivering a child, and a brilliant job he and J.D. did together while Michelle drove through peak hour traffic. Baby is healthy & doing excellent. We owe you. Thank you again!”

Last Friday, the family reunited with the paramedics to meet baby Arthur and serve them lunch. Proudly wearing his blue stork pin (awarded to paramedics after delivering their first child), Rasmussen said it’s rare for paramedics to be acknowledged. Davies, who has delivered about 20 babies around B.C., said ambulance and side-ofthe-road deliveries are common. In the Tri-Cities, he said, many happen along the Mary Hill Bypass in Port Coquitlam as expectant moms are rushed to RCH.

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140 bags goal for this year’s Christmas Bags of Hope Fifth year for charity initiative to help seniors & homeless Diane StranDberg dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

What started as an idea to spread goodwill during the holiday season has grown into a Tri-Cities-wide fundraiser to support vulnerable seniors and homeless people here and in Maple Ridge. This is the fifth year Jessa Turner has been organizing the Christmas Bags of Hope with the support of a few friends. Now, the Coquitlam

A group of Tri-City women, including (from left) Kaitlyn Barry, Jessa Turner, Sam Leung and Lenore Clemens, is putting together bags of toiletries and other necessities for residents of the local homeless shelter. TRI-CITY NEWS FILE PHoTo

office worker is raising funds and collecting men’s and women’s cold-weather gear and toiletries for 140 people

and marvelling at people’s generosity. “It’s grown not only in numbers,” said Turner, noting

the group is doing 140 bags this year, up from a hundred last year, and community organizations including Scouts, Guides and schools are helping. “And we’re including handmade cards, and Christmas crafts.” The success of the program — which provides bags of toiletries, healthy snacks, a $5 Tim Horton’s card, clothing and other treats to local seniors, shelter and transition residents at the homeless shelter at 3030 Gordon Ave. in Coquitlam, the Maple Ridge shelter and clients of the Bridge Shelter program operating at designated Coquitlam churches — has drawn others who want to par-

ticipate, Turner said. Still, a number of items are needed to fill the bags in time for the holidays. For Turner, who struggled for many years with a misdiagnosed mental health condition until being properly diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder and dissociative identity disorder dating back to her childhood, the charitable effort is more than a good deed it’s a gift to herself. Seeing the delight on people’s faces when they are given a bag leaves her with a warm feeling, Turner told The Tri-City News. “It’s about making someone feel noticed and including

them in Christmas. We have heard in previous years, ‘This is the most I’ve gotten for Christmas in 15 years.’ What’s still needed to fill 140 bags for 100 men and 40 women are: ponchos, Chapstick, Halls, Hot Mitts, men’s medium-sized underwear, scarves, toothpaste, men’s gloves, shampoo, socks, deodorant and conditioner. To connect with the group, email TCbagsofhope@gmail. com. You can also contribute at www.gofundme.com/f/operationchristmasbagsofhope.

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It may be relatively warm now but statistically, Coquitlam is due for snow this winter and, when the white stuff comes, the city wants to be ready. That’s why it’s asking volunteers to come forward to participate in Snow Angels, a program that matches people willing to shovel sidewalks with seniors and others with mobility challenges who need the help. Currently, 46 people are in need of shoveling assistance and the city wants to get a list of volunteers willing to shovel snow at one or two homes in their area. Those who participate should be reasonably fit and will get a shovel and a Snow Angel scarf and hat. The idea is to clear sidewalks after a snow fall, which is a requirement of the city’s boulevard maintenance bylaw. The Snow Angels service is available to Coquitlam residents who are 65 years of age or older or have a physical disability, and are unable to clear the snow from their adjacent city sidewalk. It may be hard work, but it’s all part of seasonal fun for Nick Cirillo, who was a Snow Angel last year and signed up again this year. He said being a Snow Angel is a gratifying experience because people appreciate getting their walks cleared. “Just knowing you are helping someone who can’t do it, is a huge factor,” Cirillo told The Tri-City News. Cirillo, a 2011 Dr. Charles Best grad who recently became a firefighter in Richmond, said he cleared sidewalks for several elderly people last winter.

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He said he was happy to clear their walkways because he knew it made it easier for them to get around. Snow angels are only required to clear city sidewalks — not private walkaways and driveways — from one to two assigned homes. Shoveling must be complete within 10 hours of the end of every snowfall. Snow Angels have the choice of working alone or with others, but all participants must complete the application process, take part in an orientation session (with shoveling training) and provide reference and criminal record checks. Volunteers are needed throughout Coquitlam. To start the process, visit www.coquitlam.ca/snowangels. And even if you can’t commit your time to being a Snow Angel, you’re asked to be a good neighbour and help those on your street who may have mobility concerns. This may include shoveling snow, garbage set-out and other physical tasks. The program can also be reached through the hotline at 604-927-6922 or communityservices@coquitlam.ca.

This week, we want to recognize Pongsakorn Poovantana for all of his hard work volunteering with the Coquitlam Light Brigade. Originally from Bangkok, Pong now lives in Coquitlam and attends Pinetree Secondary School. He stays in touch with his parents overseas using Skype. During these calls, Pong utilizes the time to create origami cranes and has already folded 450! He is well on his way to his personal goal of creating 1000 origami cranes. These cranes will be the highlight of a new light display at Lights at Lafarge this year. Look for drop-in workshops with Park Spark throughout the Lights at Lafarge season!

Join the Lights at Lafarge Light Brigade We’re looking for volunteers, school groups or businesses who want to get involved in Lights at Lafarge. Help install lights with the Park Spark team at Town Centre Park Nov. 14 – 23. Email parkspark@coquitlam.ca to get involved today!

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The Beauty Shop Dolls entertained at last year’s Winter Artisan Market at the Leigh Square bandshell in Port Coquitlam. For this year’s performances on Saturday, the Silver Chord Choir sings at noon, The Tri-City School of Music is at 1 p.m., Phat Santa Swing has two shows — at 2 and 4 p.m. — while the Beauty Shop Dolls are on stage at 3 and 5 p.m. CITY OF POCO weekend eVenTS

Christmas treasures at fairs, gala Winter market, light the bandshell at PoCo’s Leigh Square JAnIS CLeUGH jcleugh@tricitynews.com

Port Coquitlam city hall). The free fair also includes a performance by the Felice Choir plus gingerbread decorating. Visit pocochristmasfair.com.

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wInTeR MARkeT Vendors will sell their art, crafts and food at the Winter Artisan Market, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Leigh Square (beside

Take a selfie with Santa and shop for festive gifts at the Christmas market at Maple Creek middle school (3700 Hastings St., Port Coquitlam) from 6 to 9 p.m. The fair also includes a kids colouring corner, face painting and entertainment by the Coquitlam

Youth Orchestra. Entry is $2. Visit facebook.com/ events/398617707475552/.

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See the puck drop at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) for a BCHL game between the Coquitlam Express and Surrey Eagles, at 7 p.m. The players meet again on Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Poirier rink. Visit coquitlamexpress.ca for tickets and standings of the two teams.

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CHRISTMAS BAZAAR The Coquitlam Presbyterian Church (948 Como Lake Ave.) has a white elephant sale, silent auction and lunch at its Christmas bazaar, happening from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call 604-9396136.

LIGHT THe ‘SHeLL Head over to Leigh Square (beside Port Coquitlam city hall) for a full day of fam-

ily fun. The Winter Artisan Market continues from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. while Santa will be in The Outlet for photos between noon and 4 p.m. (cash only) courtesy of PoCo Heritage. The Downtown PoCo BIA will serve hot chocolate and treats by the bandshell from 1 to 5 p.m. and, at 4:45 p.m., the city will flip the switch to light up the area with Christmas colours. And enjoy the performances by the Silver Chord Choir, the Tri-City School of Music, Phat

Santa Swing and the Beauty Shop Dolls. Visit portcoquitlam.ca.

HOLIdAY HAUL Seaview elementary has its fifth annual holiday market and craft fair — featuring 45 vendors, door prize raffles and photo shoots — from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the school (1215 Cecile Dr., Port Moody). Entry is $2; no cost for kids ages 12 and under. Call 604-936-9991. see

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in the rehearsal hall at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way) where the Hot Salsa Dance Zone will spin Latin beats from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; a beginners dance class starts at 8 p.m. Entry is $10. Visit hotsalsadancezone.com.

XMAs tRees Tour the civic facilities in Port Coquitlam for the seventh annual Christmas Tree Festival, a fundraiser for PoCo Heritage that launches today. Vote on your favourite tree via pocoheritage.org and take part in a scavenger hunt for a chance to win a prize. Use the hashtag #pocotreefest for the selfie contest. Visit pocoheritage.org.

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Help the Crossroads Hospice Society reach its goal of $100,000 at its biggest fundraiser of the year: Treasures of Christmas. The 26th annual gala, sponsored in part by The Tri-City News, takes place at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver (2080 United Blvd., Coquitlam) and starts with a champagne reception at 5:45 p.m. Live and silent auction packages are up for grabs. Call 604-554-0542 or visit treasuresofchristmas.ca by Nov. 22 for single and group tickets.

FAMILY ARt The new exhibit at the Art Gallery at Evergreen, called Something More than Nothing, is the inspiration for the Westminster Savings Family Day this month at the facility (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). Drop in from 1 to 4 p.m. to create a piece of art based on the display; a gallery tour is at 2:30 p.m. Visit evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

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Nov. 24 Tereza McDermid, executive director of the Crossroads Hospice Society, at last year’s Treasures of Christmas gala at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver theatre. The event brought in more than $100,000 for care at the Port Moody centre. darla furlani photography

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Pine Pavilion are up for sale at a Christmas Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the city venue (1200 Glen Pine Crt.) Admission is free. Call 604927-4386.

ARts sAMPLeR Check off the arts on your bucket list by dipping into a visual arts or music class at the Port Moody Arts Centre’s open house, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the venue (2425 St. Johns St.). Classes run from $4 to $10. Visit pomoarts.ca.

teen dAY Tri-City teenagers can join the Youth Arts Council’s Teen Day at Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam). The free social and arts event is from 2 to 4 p.m. Visit placedesarts.ca.

FInALs dAY Kids and teens in the Youth Talent Search BC will compete in the finals, at 3 p.m. in the Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr., Port Moody). Visit youthtalentsearchbc.com.

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or more than a year, Sue Whittemore has been dispensing support, helpful advice and knowledge — along with fairy dust — as a volunteer “fairy grandmother” with the Tri-Cities Moms Group on Facebook. Now, she’s applying her starry wand to literacy as the newly installed community literacy outreach co-ordinator for the Tri-Cities, hoping to bring the magic of reading to families in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra. When she’s not reading to children, doing crafts, handing out free books, encouraging the development of Little Free Libraries and promoting ESL with newcomers, Whittemore is working with a committee of school administrators, library professionals and early childhood educators to provide literacy opportunities for the community. The job is a dream come true for the retired social worker, who grew up with a love of books and who instilled the joy

Sue Whittemore Literacy outreach co-ordinator

Sue Whittemore is the new community literacy outreach co-ordinator, who will be working to promote literacy in the Tri-Cities. She knows how to work with families after working for 36 years as a social worker and volunteering for the past 18 months as a fairy grandmother to dozens of Tri-City moms who need help in the home and are part of the 8,000 member Tri-Cities Moms Group on Facebook. Diane StranDberg/the tri-City newS

of reading in her own children even though sometimes they were resistant, Whittemore said. “I love the whole idea of books and children,” said Whittemore, who said she first got a library card when she was in Grade 2. Passionate about how a love of reading at an early age can help people in later life, Whittemore said an early start is good — even babies can

enjoy chewing on a good book. “Children learn that reading is done in the context of a close physical relationship,” Whittemore said, an idea she promotes whether helping a new mom with laundry as a volunteer fairy grandmother or handing out books to families with children when she travels on a B.C. ferry. But literacy is more than the love of reading and Whittemore, who said she has

“seen it all” as a social worker over 36 years, believes people need to be able to function in all aspects of communication, whether written, verbal, numerical or analytical, to be able to achieve their goals. That’s why as literacy coordinator, she will be planning a number of events, including continuing the Play and Learn events for families at Coquitlam Centre, which will begin again in January, or coming up with

new topics for monthly events for newcomers. She will also continue at her post as the Tri-Cities’ own fairy grandmother, a volunteer job she created for herself after joining the Tri-Cities Moms Facebook group. Although her children are grown, Whittemore, who lives in Coquitlam, was pleased to be allowed to join the closed group, and when she saw the topics of concern raised by moms, many of them stressed out by juggling family, new babies, work and elderly parents, she realized that help was needed. “I am the friendly face at the door,” said Whittemore, who shows up, wand in hand, books in her bag and ready to help

out with requests, from helping with laundry to doing dishes or changing a baby’s diaper. Not exactly a Mary Poppins figure who expects everything to be “spit spot,” Whittemore is more like the non-judgemental friend who gives you a helping hand when you’re down and maybe some gentle advice if you ask for it. “They always apologize for the state of their homes,” Whittemore said with a laugh. Sometimes, the women are simply overwhelmed. Whittemore remembers one time she helped clean out a shed so a woman’s elderly father who had Alzheimer’s could find his tools; another time she brought sandwiches, vitamins and yogurt to a breastfeeding mom suffering strep throat. “Then you sit down, have a cup of tea and you talk,” Whittemore says. In the last 18 months, Whittemore has logged about 400 hours in 80 visits to Tri-City homes and a few more grandmothers will soon be joining the fairy grandmother team. For Whittemore, it’s all about helping the community be stronger, something she has always done as a helping professional. Now, she hopes to apply the same optimistic spirit and magic dust to literacy.

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➊ Port Coquitlam karate sensei Jascha Espley was named masters grand champion at last weekend’s Sato Cup. Espley also won a gold medal for kata, gold for kumite and bronze for kobudo.

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➋ Pinetree secondary’s Ghazal Fallahpour (left) and Heritage Woods students Melissa Wong, Maya Tharp, Maya Peter, Timothy Hwang, Khoi Do and Peter Whiting were at Yale University last week to compete in the World Scholars Cup Tournament. Combined, they placed in the top 5% of about 600 teams from more than 60 countries.

➌ Staff with Port Coquitlam’s Design Roofing have helped to bring in more than $50,000 for the Children’s Wish Foundation. The cash came in via the charity’s heroes challenges, pub nights, BBQs, Make a Splash and social media campaigns.

➍ Twenty-four volunteers braved the rain last Saturday morning to pull 15 cubic metres of invasive blackberry and ivy at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody, with the Lower Mainland Green Team.

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➎ Students at Coquitlam’s Gleneagle secondary organized a Green Fair last week that saw 500 students learning about ways to help the environment.

$10k From onlIne auctIon

The sixth annual Ultimate Online Auction in support of the I AM SOMEONE Ending Bullying Society yielded $10,000 for the charity last month. Executive director Andrea Howorth said the auction, which was sponsored in part by The Tri-City News, had more than 55 prizes donated by Tri-City businesses including tickets to see sporting events and theatre as well as spa treatments and restaurant gift cards. “With the money raised, we can continue to create awareness and communicate our TEXT 211 program to youth. If they are feeling bullied, alone or afraid, in partnership with bc211, they can TEXT 211 for help,” Howorth said.

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overseas studIes

Four university undergraduates from the Tri-Cities are among 50 young people in B.C. to win a Premier’s International Scholarship. Coquitlam’s Grace Chen (UBC), Emma Juergensen (SFU) and Brianna Mau (SFU) as well as Daniela Ramirez (UBC) of Port Moody won up to $10,000 each to continue their learning overseas. Chen is off to France for her French and European studies; Juergensen will travel to New Zealand on an exchange program; Mau is off to England for media and film; and Ramirez is also taking part in an exchange program, in France.

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new ed For talItha koum

The Talitha Koum Society, which operates two recovery homes for women in Coquitlam, recently appointed Odo Nkum as its new executive director. Nkum, who holds a masters of education in leadership degree from Thompson Rivers University and last worked with the Canadian Mental Health Association, replaces Mary O’Neill, who will return to her position as board chairperson and society president (O’Neill is a retired SD43 principal). Last month, the society hosted its 16th annual Walk for Freedom; its biggest fundraiser is the Set Her Free gala, held at the St. Clare of Assisi parish hall in Coquitlam. For more photos follow us on Instagram #tricitynews

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ORN gives safe rides home, raises cash for KidSport Tri-Cities

Operation Red Nose, the annual drive-safe home program that runs during the Christmas holidays and on New Year’s Eve, launched Monday. And organizers for the TriCities, New Westminster and Burnaby group are calling on the community to help the cause and raise cash for KidSport. Volunteer and escort drivers as well as navigators and a headquarters crew (to operate the phones and dispatch) are sought for Nov. 29 and 30 plus Dec. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 and on New Year’s Eve on Dec. 31. The service is open from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. from the ICBC claims centre on Blue Mountain Street in Coquitlam. Escort drivers are reimbursed for fuel. Spokesperson Chris Wilson, who is also a Coquitlam city councillor, said more than 150 volunteers joined the campaign over the nine nights last year — many of whom were building their resumes for future careers in policing or firefighting. Another 50 are needed for this year’s effort. “The more we have, the more we can promote the program,” Wilson said. In 2018, a total of 3,166 ORN volunteers in B.C. gave 5,204 rides to get people and their vehicles home, collecting $159,600 for local charities. Wilson said ORN doesn’t anticipate an impact with ride-hailing services due to start next year in B.C. “We’ve been told in the Montreal

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THE ENVIRONMENT

A dirty secret: Healthy soils are crucial

espite writing an article each on healthy soils and water quality a few years ago, I still did not realize that the answer to climate change is soil regeneration. A friend recently recommended the 2019 documentary The Need to Grow by Earth Conscious Films. According to the film, we have roughly 60 years of farmable soil left on the planet, mostly due to unsustainable agriculture. In the last 40 years, Earth has lost a third of its arable soil and the U.S. is losing its soil at 10 times the rate required to regenerate it. Moreover, industrial agriculture — the invention of powerful chemicals and machinery — costs the environment three trillion a year. Agriculture is the most destructive human activity on the planet. Since its dawn some 10,000 years ago, the simple act of tilling the land destroys soil life (a handful of healthy soil contains more micro-organisms than there are people on the planet), its ability to hold water, and turning soil carbon into atmospheric carbon dioxide. By

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killing the biology (life) within soils, we are literally taking a step back in hundreds of millions of years. Moreover, everything we do on land affects our oceans. Up to 50% of nitrogen fertilizers are washed away with rain and irrigation water. For the U.S., this results in an ocean “dead zone” the size of New Jersey. Industrial agriculture has exponentially exacerbated the impacts, leading to more frequent drought, serious food scarcity and ultimately, climate change. Roughly 30 soccer fields worth of soil are lost every single minute. To date, approximately 70% of the

Earth’s soils have already been destroyed. Without soil, all ecosystems outside our oceans become impossible. The entire food chain — our very existence — is made possible by billions of tiny creatures co-existing in a vast galaxy-like network under our very feet. “We can send a man to the moon but we have no idea what’s happening with those billion microbes,” says Erik Cutter, micro-farm master and founder of Alegria Farms. You may have heard arguments in support of industrial agriculture — i.e., there are efficiencies in producing and

• Support organic — better yet, biodynamic — local farmers. The practice of no-till farming minimally disturbs soil microbes while cover crops are year-round plants that protect the ground from the elements. Combined with composting, these activities help soil retain water, nutrients, including carbon, and create a stable structure resilient to erosion. Enough healthy soil could virtually offset all GHGs on the planet because atmospheric carbon can be stored in soil. Regenerating soil can mitigate just about everything, including water quality and climate change. • Eat local. The average bite of food travels more than 1,500 miles to make it to your grocery store. Every effort to localize food in regenerative farms, school and community gardens or your own backyard, helps displace our need to rely on destructive industrial agriculture. Even new technologies like indoor vertical farming help reduce our soilsabotaging footprint, yet instead of supporting these efforts, 30 billion tax dollars a year artificially lower the price of food grown in centralized, mono-cropped, synthetically fertilized toxic soils, contributing to an annual estimate of $30 trillion in environmental damage. We pick food before it’s ripe, ship it all over the world until a nutrient-depleted, contaminated product makes it to our plate. (For the past 40 years, the quality of food has decreased because soil health has been compromised.) • Eat plants. In the U.S., some 33% of fossil fuels, 50% of the nation’s water and 80% of its farmland are used to raise animals and to grow their grain-feed. Most of these grains are genetically modified organisms, 80% of which are engineered to tolerate glyphosate, identified as carcinogenic by the State of California. (The use of glyphosate has risen 10,000% since 1974.)

transporting products by bulk — but advocates fail to disclose the significant subsidies involved that keep this system operating. Without our permission, you and I are subsidizing private corporate interests so they can make junk food and heavily processed food. Cutter’s zero-waste urban farm out-performs conventional agriculture without toxic chemicals. When chemicals are combined with mono-cropping and repeated tilling, biodiversity is ultimately eliminated, resulting in dead dirt that accelerates erosion. As Cutter says, “It’s easy to grow food; it’s not easy to grow superior food.” For the past 30 years, studies have shown that organic agriculture can match or surpass conventional agriculture while emitting 35% fewer greenhouse gases, using 45% less energy, and regenerating, rather than destroying, soil. Melissa Chaun of Port Moody is an ecologist with a passion for all things sustainable. She is events co-ordinator with the Rivershed Society of BC and volunteers on various city committees. Her column runs monthly.

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FOR SALE – TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT SITES NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SELL CITY OF COQUITLAM LAND The City of Coquitlam is pleased to present the opportunity to purchase and develop two serviced and zoned townhouse development sites. Offerors are able to bid on the sites individually or as a package as described in RFO 19-09-04 Sale of Two Townhouse Development Sites at 1331 Olmsted Street and 1340 Olmsted Street , Coquitlam, B.C.

HIGHLIGHTS • Five minute walk to future Burke Mountain Village, a 15.8-hectare (39 acre) village area that will offer 120,000 square feet of commercial space – including a grocery store – along with a public plaza, state-of-the art recreation centre and more than 2,000 residential units.

RFO 19-09-04, SALE OF TWO TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT SITES AT: 1331 OLMSTED STREET AND 1340 OLMSTED STREET, COQUITLAM, BC CIVIC ADDRESS: 1331 Olmsted Street, Coquitlam, B.C.

CIVIC ADDRESS: 1340 Olmsted Street, Coquitlam, B.C.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 3 Sections 7 & 18 District Lot 8246 Township 40 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan EPP92199

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 2 Section 18 Township 40 New Westminster District Plan EPP92199

PID: 030-902-312 LOT SIZE: 2.17 Hectares (+/- 5.36 Acres)

PID: 030-902-304 LOT SIZE: 1.69 Hectares (+/- 4.18 Acres)

• Adjacent to future Burke Mountain Discovery Centre and coffee shop. • Zoned RT-2 (Townhouse Residential) sites with road construction, sidewalks and boulevards complete and site services to lot line. • Ten minute drive from Coquitlam City Centre, SkyTrain, and West Coast Express. • Adjacent to Riley Park, a new 1.4-hectare (3.5-acre) landscaped neighbourhood park. • In proximity to two existing and two future elementary schools, and a future middle/secondary school. Access and download the full RFO package, “RFO 19-09-04 Sale of Two Townhouse Development Sites at: 1331 Olmsted Street and 1340 Olmsted Street, Coquitlam, BC” from coquitlam.ca/bids.

These sites are available for purchase through a public request for offers (RFO) process. You can access and download the full RFO package, “RFO 19-09-04 Sale of Two Townhouse Development Sites at: 1331 Olmsted Street and 1340 Olmsted Street, Coquitlam, BC” detailing the process for submitting an offer, along with additional detailed site information at: coquitlam.ca/bids. Parties interested in submitting an offer, must follow instructions detailed within the RFO document. Offer(s) and deposit(s) must be received by the City of Coquitlam no later than 2 p.m. PST, Wednesday, December 4, 2019. All inquiries are to be directed in writing by email only, quoting “RFO 19-0904 Sale of Two Townhouse Development Sites at: 1331 Olmsted Street and 1340 Olmsted Street, Coquitlam, BC” to: landsales@coquitlam.ca.

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LIBRARIES & LITERACY

Tech, insomnia, knitting & ukuleles 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.

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• Book club sets: Coquitlam Public Library has many popular book club titles available for loan, with 12 copies to a set, a seven-week loan period and the ability to reserve sets up to one year in advance. Just register your club by emailing bookclub@ coqlibrary.ca, then reserve your book club set. More information at coqlibrary.ca. • Tech Tuesdays: During Coquitlam Public Library’s Innovation Hub open houses, you can experience virtual reality or learn how to use 3D printers. Next session for 3D printing: Tuesday, Nov. 26. See 3D printers in action and learn how to print designs using our creative software. Next session for VR: Tuesday, Dec. 3. Explore the ocean floor, paint a masterpiece or practise archery with an HTC Vive headset and controllers. Open houses run from 2 to 4 p.m. at the City Centre branch. • Digitization station: Are you wondering how to preserve your old family photographs, slides and home videos? The Poirier branch digitization equipment can convert your precious memories to digital formats so they

BOOK OF THE WEEK n Something in the Water by Catherine Steadman n Reviewed by Lori Nick, Terry Fox Library

Something in the Water is the first novel by actor and writer Catherine Steadman, who played Mabel Lane Fox in Downton Abbey. I am not usually a fan of thrillers, but I have enjoyed other Reese Witherspoon Book Club picks. In this novel, Erin is a promising documentary filmmaker who has recently married a handsome and successful man. The couple departs London, England to spend their honeymoon in beautiful Bora Bora. While diving in paradise, the couple finds something disturbing in the water that leads them to make a series of decisions with life-altering consequences. Steadman kept me on the edge of my seat while using humour to break the tension, which I appreciated. This fast-paced, page-turning read is an excellent book to take on a winter holiday. Steadman has a second book to be released in January 2020. For more good read recommendations, please visit your local library.

can be shared with the next generation. The station is free to use and open during regular library hours. Advance bookings are recommended; call 604-937-4141 or email askalibrarian@coqlibrary.ca to make a reservation. • Saturday storytime with Santa: Come for stories, songs and rhymes. a very jolly guest, Santa Claus, will read

a book and stay for photos. This program takes place at the City Centre branch Saturday, Dec. 14 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Info: www.coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St. see

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Purpose: To consider issuing a Temporary Use Permit (TUP) to allow temporary off-street parking for employees of the nearby Suncor Energy terminal. As the temporary use noted is presently occurring, a temporary use permit is required to allow the existing use to continue

Meeting immediately following the Public Hearing Webcast is available by 3pm on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at portmoody.ca/video We live stream our Council meetings online at portmoody.ca/watchlive. Stay up-to-date on Council meetings at portmoody.ca/subscribe. Get an agenda package at City Hall, the Port Moody Public Library or portmoody.ca/agendas.

Get in touch! How do I get more information? Review the proposed Temporary Use Permit #08-3080-20-10 and 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/tup after November 22, 2019.

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Aunt Leah’s needs help for its tree lots Xmas trees are sold to raise money for moms, babies, youth DIANE STRANDBERG dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

Buying a fresh tree signals that the holiday season is just around the corner and today (Thursday), Aunt Leah’s Tree Lot will be opening up its Coquitlam tree lot. But before this charitable organization can sell its first tree it needs volunteers to staff the Coquitlam tree lot at Eagle Ridge United Church (2813 Glen Dr., Coquitlam). Shifts need to be filled for sales days between Nov. 21 and Dec. 23; shifts are typically four hours in length and volunteers have access to a heated tent as well as water, tea and hot water. Families, individuals and work or faith groups are all welcome. It’s also an opportunity for teenagers looking for volunteer hours to complete their graduation requirements, although the minimum age is 15 to participate unless you’re with a family. Aunt Leah’s Tree Lot is celebrating its 25th anniversary this Christmas season and the tree lot is the organization’s

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OUT & ABOUT CALENDAR FRIDAY, NOV. 22 • Maple Creek middle school Christmas Market, 6-9 p.m., 3700 Hastings St., Coquitlam. Tickets: $2. Vendors and tables are still available. Contact: janetthompson@telus.net.

SATURDAY, NOV. 23 • Coquitlam Presbyterian Church Christmas bazaar, 9:30 a.m.-2.30 p.m.; white elephant, used books, jewellery, silent auction, Christmas crafts, baking, jams and jellies, plants and greenery plus “the best lunch in town.” Info: 604-939-6136 or www.hiscpc.org. • Seaview elementary Holiday Market and Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Seaview elementary school, 1215 Cecile Dr., Port Moody. $2 for adults; kids under 12 are free. • Holiday Santa photos and bake sale, noon-4 p.m., PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives. Join PoCo during the city’s Christmas in Leigh Square event to get your family photo taken with Santa and purchase a sweet treat. • PoCo Heritage’s Christmas Tree Festival begins, running through Jan. 4. Participate by entering a tree into the city-wide festival, then voting on your favourite tree. Registration forms: pocoheritage.org/christmasfestival. • Treasures of Christmas, Crossroads Hospice Society’s annual signature fundraising gala, 5:30-11:45 p.m., Hard Rock Casino Vancouver, 2080 United Blvd., Coquitlam; Giving Christmas trees, dinner with wine, live entertainment, live and silent auctions, a raffle and free valet parking. Info: crossroadshospice.org/calendar/treasures_of_christmas.php.

TUESDAY, NOV. 26 • Tri-City Photography Club meets, 7:30 p.m., in the drama room at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., Port Moody. Guest welcome. Info: www.tricityphotoclub.ca. • Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets, noon-4 p.m., Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam. Info: 604-939-1810.

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DEC. 8: TWO CHRISTMAS CONCERTS • Dogwood Songsters Christmas concert, A Little Bit of Christmas, A Little Bit of Starshine, 2-4 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion, 1655 Winslow Ave, Coquitlam. This is a festive tradition of seasonal songs guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit. Admission: $7 (children 6 and under free); coffee, tea and cookies included, free parking. Tickets can be purchased from choir members or at the Dogwood Designs gift shop. Non-perishable food donations to the food bank will be collected. • Choral Connections Choir seasonal concert, 2 p.m., Terry Fox Theatre, PoCo. Tickets: brownpapertickets.com. WEDNESDAY, NOV. 27 • Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club hosts small-stamp auction, Dogwood Pavilion, North View Room, 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam; viewing starts at 6:30 p.m., auction after 7:15 p.m., with stamp prizes. Info: stampclub.ca or 604-941-9306.

THURSDAY, NOV. 28 • An Evening at the Museum, 7-8:30 p.m., PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives. Join PoCo Heritage for a special evening at the museum to hear from Phyllis Schwartz, an artist who specialized in lumen photography printmaking using nature-based materials as subjects. Her work is currently on display in the Outlet building across. Refreshments will be served.

SATURDAY, NOV. 30 • Tri-Cities Moms Group winter market, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133, 2675 Shaughnessy St., PoCo (parking access off Elgin Street). Profits will towards Christmas hampers for moms in need.

SUNDAY, DEC. 1 • Rockin’ Holiday craft market to benefit Tri-City Transitions Society, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hard Rock Casino Vancouver, Show Theatre, 2020 United Blvd., Coquitlam; 50+ vendors, with

local artisans selling handmade crafts and specialty food items. Info: hardrockcasinovancouver. com.

TUESDAY, DEC. 3 • Have you considered becoming a foster parent? There are children and youth in the Tri-Cities who require skilled, caring foster parents. To learn more, the Ministry of Children and Family Development invites you to attend an information session, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 200-906 Roderick Ave., Coquitlam. Info: call North Fraser Recruitment Team, 604-764-8098.

THURSDAY, DEC. 5 • Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets, noon-9 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 1025 Ridgeway Ave., Coquitlam. Info: 604-939-1810.

SATURDAY, DEC. 7 • Cape Horn elementary school Breakfast with Santa and Christmas market, 9:3011:30 a.m., 155 Finnigan St., Coquitlam; breakfast of pancakes, sausages, juice and coffee; pictures with Santa; Xmas shopping; storytime with Mrs. Claus; kids’ activities. Admission: $5 per person. Info: capehornpac@gmail.com. • Breakfast with Santa, Place Maillardville community centre, 1200 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam. All ages. $5 per person/children

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TUESDAY, DEC. 10 • Tri-City Photography Club meets, 7:30 p.m., in the drama room at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., Port Moody. Guest welcome. Info: www.tricityphotoclub.ca. • Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets, noon-4 p.m., Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam. Info: 604-939-1810.

NOTICES • Members of Dogwood and Glen Pine pavilions, Coquitlam’s recreation centres for people over 50 years of age, can take part in a dedicated skate time on Wednesdays through Dec. 4, 12:15-1:15 p.m., Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, 633 Poirier St. Cost: $25 for all 10 sessions, which includes rental skates and helmet, if required. Info: Ed, 604-944-9706. • Share Family and Community Services is running a walking club for people 65+ as part of its new Active Aging program; the group meets every Thursday at 11 a.m. at the steps down to the lakeside path from Evergreen Cultural Centre, Coquitlam. People of all abilities and languages are welcome and can walk at whatever pace is suitable. If you are interested in joining the walking group or would like to start a walking group in another location, contact Share: 604-937-6992 • Tri-City Transitions Society has launched Parallel Parenting: Co-Parenting Stronger, a program focused on reducing conflict between divorced parents by dramatically altering the way parents communicate between themselves in front of their children. The program includes a series of four two-hour workshops led by professional mediation/facilitators, trained in family dynamics. The target for the workshops is parents in continuing conflict. Info: Carol, 604-941-7111 or info@tricitytransitions.com. • Used books, CDs and DVDs wanted by Eagle Ridge Hospital

Auxiliary for fundraising sales. These items may be dropped off by the back wall beside the bookcase located outside of the gift shop (main lobby area) at ERH. • Parent Support Services Society of BC is looking for volunteer facilitators for its support groups. PSSSBC runs self-help circles located throughout the Lower Mainland and is searching for professional and supportive individuals to assist grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. Info: samrah.mian@ parentsupportbc.ca. • Are you a new immigrant? Do you have questions, concerns and/or need help? Call RCCG Trinity Chapel at 604-4743131 on Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., or leave a message and someone will get back to you. The church can help or direct you to places where you could receive help. • RCCG Trinity Chapel is opening a food bank for individuals and families in need and appreciates gifts and support. If you are able to donate non-perishable food items, call 604-474-3131 or email rccgtrinitychapeloffice@gmail.com. • A group of elders who focus on working with youth within School District 43 welcomes anyone who has knowledge they want to share or who just wants to be involved. Group meets Fridays, 11 a.m., Wilson Centre, PoCo. Info: Carole, 604-376-6205 or Claudia, 604525-8163, or email: thestorytellingelders@gmail.com. • Tri-City Transitions is hosting Learning to Be the Best I Can Be, an ongoing peer support group for women who have experienced abuse or family conflict. Topics include: the impact of abuse, self-esteem, communication, listening skills and more, including ideas suggested by participants For more information or registration, call 604-941-6311. • Tri-City Transitions’ free Children Who Witness Abuse Program provides individual and group counselling for children ages 3 through 18 who have lived in a family where they have been witness to physical, emo-

tional, mental or verbal abuse. Through support, education and counselling children will have the opportunity to heal the emotional wounds of relationship violence, build self-esteem and to stop the intergenerational cycle of abuse. Info: 604-941-7111. • Registration is ongoing for boys and girls for the 5th Coquitlam Scouting group for the Beaver Colony (K–Grade 2), Cub Pack (Grades 3–5) and Scout Troop (Grades 6–8). This Scouting group meets at Baker Drive elementary school, 885 Baker Dr., Coquitlam. Info: casanna@shaw.ca. • Girl Guides takes registrations on an ongoing basis for Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, Rangers and adult women volunteers. Training and mentoring available for new volunteers. Info: www.girlguides.ca or call 1-800-565-8111. • Kiddies Korner Pre-school still has spaces available. Info: 604-941-4919 or info@kkp.ca. • Tri-City Transitions is offering groups for both parents and children who are going through separation and divorce. Groups will help children cope with this confusing time and understand their feelings. Info: Kathy, 604941-7111, Ext. 106.

CLUBS • The Circle of Friends, a social group for 50+ singles looking to meet new friends and participate in social events such as walking, dancing, dining out, travel, theatre, etc., meets on the third Sunday of each month, 12:30 p.m., at Roo’s Pub, 2962 Christmas Way, Coquitlam, plan events. Info: Nina, 604-941-9032. • Do you love to sing? The Maple Leaf Singers invite you to join its dynamic show chorus. Group performs a varied repertoire, including Broadway and movie musical numbers; gospel, folk, classical, and inspirational pieces; and swing, rock, and pop hits. Practices are Monday evenings at Burnaby Lake Pavilion. All are welcome to audition. Info: 778-245-4445, joinus@mapleleafsingers.com or www.mapleleafsingers.com. see next page

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• Hoy/Scott Streamkeepers meet the third Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m., Coquitlam Public Library Poirier branch. Info: hoyscottcreeks.org or hoyscottwatershed@gmail.com. • The Cutie Circle meets on the second Sunday of each month (except December) from 2 to 4 p.m. in the rehearsal hall of the Evergreen Cultural Centre for some lively and joyful strumming, singalong and open mic. All welcome. Light refreshments are provided. Cuties volunteers perform and teach in the community and also offer a free annual seven-week ukulele workshop series for absolute beginners at Leigh Square in the spring. Info: cutiecircle.com or 604-552-8537 (UKES). • Tri-City Strummers meet every Wednesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. to sing and play ukuleles at The Club (meeting place for adults 50+), 101 Noons Creek Dr., Port Moody. All levels are welcome to join this fun and friendly group. A small kitchen offers lunch. Info: Ellen, 39lndanz@gmail.com or Maggie, maggiebrinton@gmail.com. • Tri-Cities Women’s Friendship Club is an active social group for mature women. Info: 604-202-9009. • The Club Port Moody, a gathering place for those over 50 at 101 Noons Creek Dr., hosts a number of regular events, including: crocinole, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.; knitting, Tuesdays, 1-2:30 p.m.; cribbage, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon; ukelele group, Wednesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Info: theclubportmoody.com. • Pacific Digital Photography Club meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, 7:30 p.m., in the drama room at Port Moody secondary school. Guests always welcome. Visit pdpc.ca for additional info on PDPC and for a listing of club meeting dates and speakers. • Canadian Council of the Blind Dogwood Chapter meets weekly on Thursdays, 12:30-2:30 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam). Info: whitecane@shaw.ca. • Shoreline Writers’ Society meets, 1 p.m., on the third Sunday of every month at Port Moody Arts Centre, 2425 St. Johns St. New members welcome. Info: Helmi, 604-4628942. • Apex Netball Club is held Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hillcrest middle school, 2161 Regan Ave., Coquitlam for women and girls of all ages. Beginners welcome. Info: Nicole, 778-240-8247 or nicmurphy26@gmail.com. • The Tri-City Singles Social Club offers an opportunity for

COQUITLAM GOGOS MEETINGS • Coquitlam Gogos meet the third Wednesday of each month at Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam, 1-3 p.m. Gogos raises awareness and money for African grandmothers caring for children orphaned by AIDS by supporting the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. New members are welcome. Info: coquitlamgogos@gmail.com or Pam, 604-469-0265. 50+ singles to get together and enjoy a variety of fun activities such as dining, dancing, theatre, travel, movies and more. Club meets the third Friday of the month (except December) at 7 p.m. in third-floor community room at Safeway, 580 Clarke Rd. (corner of Clarke and Como Lake); Take elevator to the third floor from the underground parking or surface parking. New members welcome. Info: Darline, 604-466-0017. • Lincoln Toastmasters meets from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays (except first Tuesday of each month) at Hyde Creek rec centre, 1379 Laurier Ave., PoCo (Room 3, upstairs). Improve your self-confidence, communication and leadership skills through public speaking; new members welcome. Info: Shirley, 604-6711060 or shirleybrown@shaw.ca. • Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce’s Toastmasters group meets Wednesdays, noon-1:15 p.m., PoCo city hall to improve communication and leadership skills. For more information, visit business.tricitieschamber.com/ events. • City of the Arts Toastmasters, dedicated to improving leadership and public speaking skills, meets 5:30-7 p.m., Port Moody city hall, 100 Newport Dr. Info: Mike, cityofthearts@icloud.com or cityofthearts.toastmastersclubs.org. • Rotary Club of PoCo Centennial meets Thursdays, 4:15 p.m., Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave., PoCo; new members welcome. Info: Barrie, barrie@barrieseaton.com or 604-945-6627. • Fraser Pacific Rose Society meets last Tuesday of each month except August and December, 7 p.m. Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. Everyone welcome. • Downtown Coquitlam Toastmasters meet every Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m.; first Wednesday of each Month at Coquitlam Public Library, City Centre branch, 1169 Pinetree Way, in the Coquitlam founda-

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White Swan Montessori Education Center Early Childhood Education (ECE Teacher) White Swan Montessori Education Centre in Coquitlam is a Licensed Group Daycare with Preschool program. This centre has been established since 1999 and has developed a respectable reputation. We offer a competitive salary in an educational, caring and friendly environment. We are looking for an enthusiastic and eager individual with a positive, friendly outlook and good communication skills who will be a dynamic addition to our team. The applicant must have an ECE certificate, as well as first aid training and certification. Applicants will also need to pass a criminal background check. Please submit your resume to: aziz@shaw.ca

tion Room; other Wednesdays in Room B2090, Douglas College, David Lam Campus, 1250 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam. The Toastmasters program addresses skills including public speaking, listening, evaluating and feedback, as well as leadership skills. Info: 604-936-1427. • PoCo Lions Club meets first and third Tuesdays of each month, 7 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion 133, 2675 Shaughnessy St., PoCo. New members welcome. Info:: Gord, 604-9415140 or pzcgrg@shaw.ca. • Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise meets Tuesdays, 7:15 a.m., City Centre Aquatic

Complex, 1210 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-464-7706. • PoMo Men’s 55-plus Curling League is looking for players who would like to curl regularly or as a spare; league runs Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: Tony, 604-461-5901 or Bill, 604464-1051. • Tri-City Photography Club meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month (except holidays) at 7:30 p.m. at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., PoMo. The club is a great way to hone your skills and meet other photographers of all levels, and has photog-

raphy outings throughout the Lower Mainland. Info: www. tricityphoto.ca. • Coquitlam Lawn Bowling Club is looking for new members. The bowling green and clubhouse are next door to Dogwood Pavilion and rose garden, located at 624 Poirier St. Membership is $90 per year and includes use of practice bowls, exercise, clean air, sunshine and friendship. Info: Dennis or Flo, 604-945-2768. • Euchre Club meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St., PoCo. Info: Bev, 604-942-8911.

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Andrew Sords, Cheryl Duvall and Luke Severn honour Ludwig van Beethoven — and other composers — at a recital at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre Nov. 29. PHOTOs submiTTed music

Happy 250th birthday, Beethoven Trio is making its B.C. debut with a show in Coquitlam Janis cleugh jcleugh@tricitynews.com

Vienna is expected to be flooded with classical music lovers in 2020 as it stages countless shows to mark the 250th year since German composer Ludwig van Beethoven was born. The Austrian capital was where Beethoven trained under Mozart and Haydn, wrote music and died, and the city continues to honour his

legacy with recitals, museum programs and memorials. And around the world — including in the Tri-Cities — musicians are also tailoring their concert programs in the lead up to the milestone year. Next Friday, the Evergreen Cultural Centre will see Andrew Sords (violin), Luke Severn (cello) and Cheryl Duvall (piano) pay homage to Beethoven as part of its TD Music Series. Their Coquitlam stop is one of three gigs on their B.C. tour, showcasing Beethoven’s “stormy and brooding” Piano Trio in C-minor as well as his Archduke Trio, a “pastoral and reverent” song, Sords told The

Tri-City News last week. Beethoven isn’t the only composer on their program. For their Evergreen debut, the trio will open with Brahms’ Sixth Hungarian Dance in D-flat major (Vivace) while Severn will play the Canadian premiere of his own piece, titled when the world was young. Sords will close the first half with Ravel’s rhapsodic Tzigane. Sords, an Ohio resident who last year appeared with the National Symphony of Guatemala and regularly gives master classes at UBC, met Duvall nine years ago when they were paired for a concert near Toronto.

Since then, Sords and the Toronto-based Duvall have performed many times, and have included Romantic era pieces by Schumann, Brahms and Mendelssohn, among others. Severn, an Australian, was brought into the fold later to make a trio. Meanwhile, David Mann, Evergreen’s performing arts manager, said another Beethoven concert will come to the Pinetree Way facility next fall, with a larger ensemble performing early works by Bonn-born composer. For tickets to the Beethoven Trio on Nov. 29, call at 604-9276555 or visit evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

winTersOng wiTH PianisTs, TenOr Piano duo Elizabeth and Marcel Bergmann perform with tenor Benjamin Butterfield next Wednesday in their second Musical Mornings show of the season. It is the second time Butterfield has been part of the salon-style series at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). The recital, called Wintersong, will feature music from Schubert’s song cycle Winter Journey as well as tunes by Charles Ives and Arnold Bax. The next Musical Mornings recitals are on Feb. 5 (The Red Violin with violinist Jasper Wood); March 11 (Ring the Bells!) and April 8 (Clarinetastik! with Jose FranchBallester on clarinet). For tickets to Wintersong or other Musical Morning shows, call the Evergreen box office at 604-927-6555 or go to evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

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One-act shows for MetFest at Heritage The theatre at Port Moody’s Heritage Woods secondary will see nine one-act plays roll out next week for the annual MetFest competition. And the public is invited to watch the high school students perform — and get critiqued — by the adjudicator, Paul Moniz de Sa. Heritage graduates Braden Callender-McLellan, Kate Wilson and Zach Jordan are directing 10 theatre students in a drama by Jordan Tannahill. “We chose to do Concord Floral because it was a play that inspired not only us as directors but the cast as well as it felt very relatable and true to being a teenager,” the trio said in a release. Heritage is the last SD43 school to present at MetFest. The line up is: • Nov. 28: Archbishop Carney (21 Ways to Get Detention, directed by Charles Harris), Pinetree (To Burn a Witch, directed by Zelda Coertze) and Dr. Charles Best (Comedy of Errors, directed by Brad Case); • Nov. 29: Port Moody (Tuesdays and Sundays, directed by Jesse Meredith), Gleneagle (Sending Down the Sparrows, directed by Justin Mallor) and Terry Fox (God of Carnage, directed by Dan Tilsley); • and Nov. 30: Riverside (Radium Girls, directed by Nicole Roberge), Centennial (Living on Planet Krypton directed by Howard Schmidt) and Heritage Woods (Concord Floral, directed by Callender-McLellan, Wilson and Jordan). The shows start at 7 p.m. at Heritage Woods (1300 David Ave., Port Moody) and tickets

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the cast of Heritage woods secondary’s Concord Floral: isabella Hewitt, Adan Auyeung, Lily Rosen, Mazzy Johnson, Abigail niziol, Keely Callander-McLennan, Hannah thompson, nikki wolski and Berry Yan (missing is Jade Lim). the drama is directed by Heritage grads Braden Callander-McLennan, Kate wilson and Zach Jordan. Janis Cleugh/the tri-City news

are $5 per person, per night. Last year, da Sa selected Terry Fox secondary’s entry, Rabbit Hole, to represent SD43 at the provincials, called the B.C. National Theatre School Festival, held at Douglas College in New Westminster in the spring. That showcase saw Fox win Outstanding Ensemble Performance while Cassie Drieschner took the Outstanding Performance award for her portrayal of Izzy; Nicole Dziekciowski also was named Outstanding Stage Manager and the stage crew reaped an outstanding title. Meanwhile, Best Players have their one-act play festival, titled Oops!, on this week

until Saturday. Their fest includes The Comedy of Errors while the Acting 12 class presents The Attempted Murder of Peggy Sweetwater by John Rustan and Frank Semerano, and a farce called A Story of Chelm by Linda Gaye Shapiro. Entry is $10/$8 at Dr. Charles Best secondary school (2525 Como Lake Ave., Coquitlam). And Riverside secondary (2215 Reeve St., Port Coquitlam) hosts its Festival of Short Shorts in the lead up to MetFest, also until Saturday. Tickets are $10 at the door; a catered show on Friday is $25. Email nroberge@sd43.bc.ca for tickets to the latter event.

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First EP for folk singer Coquitlam singer-songwriter Etienne Siew drops his debut EP Friday at Place des Arts. Siew will also perform songs from his new six-track work, titled Better Man, at 7:30 p.m. Many of the tunes were penned while he finished his science degree at university and travelled on BC Ferries to Vancouver Island. According to a press release, Siew’s new songs etienne siew

are about storytelling, his passion for nature and affinity for organically crafted melodies on an acoustic guitar. The EP can be downloaded via CD Baby, iTunes and Spotify. Siew has performed at the Evergreen Cultural Centre and the city’s Kaleidoscope Arts Festival. To save a spot at his release party at Place des Arts on Nov. 22, visit etiennesiew.com.

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ARTIST OF THE WEEK: bronwen belenkie

Belcarra painter focuses on Canadian landscapes, trees Canadian Landscape 13: Fernie’s Three, an acrylic painting on canvas, is one of four works that Belcarra artist Bronwen Belenkie has on display at the Terminal City Club in Vancouver. Last Wednesday, Belenkie also opened a new exhibit at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport hotel, where she is the hotel’s artist in residence. Known for her seasonal landscapes of Canada, Belenkie wants to inspire her audience to connect more to nature — and especially with trees. She shares her art via belcarrapost. blogspot.com. bronwen belenkie

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If you want to get an idea of what the winter climate was like in Coquitlam a century ago, gander at the photos in a new display at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex. This month, the Coquitlam Heritage Society assembled a small exhibit in the centre’s lobby about winter sports, with images and artifacts from the 1920s and 1930s. The pictures show five feet of snow up at the Coquitlam Dam, in 1912, as well as

men playing ice hockey on a frozen Fraser River, in 1920. The show also includes an Archibald Moir & Co. map from 1807, highlighting the best streets for tobogganing in Coquitlam. Indeed, sledding was a popular recreation when the cold snap hit, with Marmont and Blue Mountain streets and North Road being popular destinations for the kids. The exhibit also showcases a vintage Can Am Flyer sled, John McPherson lightening hitch hockey shoes, downhill skis and poles with Kandahar bindings and the Vancouver 2010 winter Olympic torch that passed through Coquitlam in a relay in the lead up to the event. Curated by the society’s

Jasmine Moore and Tannis Koskela, the display also has a curious connection to the NHL’s Stanley Cup: Koskela sourced a photo from hockeygods.com of the Fraser Mills Hockey Club — made up of esidents and workers in the municipality of Fraser Mills — who, in 1914, won the second annual Savage Cup as the best seniors ice hockey team in B.C. It is believed one of its team members, Joseph Boileau, went on to win the Stanley Cup against the Ottawa Senators the following year as a Vancouver Millionaires player. The society’s winter sports exhibit is up at the Poirier rec centre (633 Poirier St.) until next spring.

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Taylor’s baseball dream has new destination Trade to Blue Jays a ray of hope after tough season MARIO BARTEL mbartel@tricitynews.com

Port Coquitlam’s Curtis Taylor is hoping to become the opposite of the typical Canadian snowbird. He wants to head north from Florida just in time for the cold weather to settle in back home because that will mean his rehabilitation from an elbow injury that kept the 6’6” right-handed relief pitcher off the mound since late May is over and he can begin a normal off-season. Returning to Canada will also mean one less border crossing next summer if he sticks with his new Major League Baseball team, the Toronto Blue Jays. Taylor, 24, was one of two pitchers his former club, the Tampa Bay Rays, dealt to the Jays Sept. 1 to complete a deal that had sent infielder Eric Sogard south earlier in the season. Taylor said this trade came more as a pleasant surprise than the first time he was moved, when Tampa acquired him from the Arizona Diamondbacks, the team that had selected the former UBC Thunderbird in the fourth round of the 2016 Major

Curtis Taylor’s ability to throw hard caught the attention of pro scouts when he was pitching for the UBC Thunderbirds. The Port Coquitlam native will report to the Toronto Blue Jays in the spring after he was traded last fall by the Tampa Bay Rays. BOB FRID/UBC ATHLETICS

League Baseball draft. “It was real exciting,” Taylor said of the Jays’ deal, which he learned about while boating

with a friend in the Okanagan. “I always thought it would be nice to play for the Blue Jays.” That’s because when his

dad, Wes, wasn’t watching his beloved New York Yankees when he was growing up, Jays’ games were usually on the TV.

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and spring training complex in Dunedin, Fla. to continue his comeback from the injury that derailed a season he said held so much promise. Taylor was a non-roster invite to the Rays’ spring training camp last February after he had quickly worked his way up through the team’s minor system to Montgomery in 2018. He said he was confident he could make an impression after overcoming an elbow injury that had kept him from participating in a prestigious fall league for hot prospects in Arizona. “There was a lot of opportunity there,” Taylor said of his chances to climb higher in the Rays’ system. Then the elbow injury flared up again. A week of rest eased the discomfort but Taylor was assigned back to Montgomery. Taylor started the season well. He pitched 17.2 innings, struck out 16 batters, made good on seven of his nine save opportunities and was named to the Southern League’s All-Star game to be played in Biloxi, Miss. June 18. Taylor said he could feel his big-league dream getting near, “I was cruising.” Then his season hit the skids. After pitching poorly in two games, he told the Biscuits’ training staff his elbow was bothering him again. He was sent for an MRI and diagnosed with

a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his elbow. Taylor said he was lucky it wasn’t a tear, which would have required major reconstructive surgery that could have threatened his career. Instead, he was treated with an injection of platelet-rich plasma and told to rest. Taylor said having his season pulled out from under him was mentally challenging. “You see guys you played with get called up, that you know you’re a similar calibre, and it’s hard not to think that could have been me.” Instead of mowing down batters with his 91 mph fastball, Taylor has spent his summer rehabbing his elbow and minding his diet so he could maintain his fitness. “You take it day-by-day, stay on top of every aspect to get back on the field,” he said. Since arriving in Dunedin, Taylor has been able to throw again in addition to daily workouts in the gym to strengthen his rotator cuff and upper body. He said his progress has been palpable. “It’s a great atmosphere here,” Taylor said. “Everyone is itching to get back on the field.” And once he gets there, Taylor said he’s confident he’s got what it takes to stay there. “Whenever I’m on the field, I’ve been successful,” he said. “It’s just staying on the field that’s been my biggest setback.”

Centennial Centaurs receiver Diego Suarez can’t squeeze a pass under pressure from a pair of Notre Dame defenders in the first quarter of their BC Secondary Schools Football Association junior varisty quarter-final, Thursday at the Burnaby Lake Sports Complex West. The Jugglers won, 28-7. MARIO BARTEL THE TRI-CITY NEWS

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A 28-7 loss to the Notre Dame Jugglers in the junior varsity quarter-finals last Thursday may have ended the football season at Centennial secondary, but it hasn’t diminished hope for a brighter future for the sport at the school.

Dino Geremia, who was charged last spring with rebuilding Centennial’s football program after two winless seasons, said despite a third straight fall without a victory for the varsity team, there are signs the ball is headed in the right direction with the junior team reaching the quarterfinals. “In many respects, the foundation with the JV team is more valuable in the building of our program and developing positive team habits,” he said.

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Geremia said the team’s 35-6 win over Carson Graham in a wild card game Nov. 7 showed his young charges what’s possible after a regular season in which it won three times and lost once. The key will be carrying that momentum forward with Grade 10 and 11 players graduating to play on the senior team next season. “The greatest challenge is ensuring that everyone understands that it takes more work,” he said. “We need to establish that attitude of extra

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work and extra discipline.” Geremia said shifting the culture of a football program is a slow, laborious process that even extends to the coaching staff, who have to ensure practices start on time, they’ve properly prepared by reviewing game films and they keep the tempo on the field high. “It takes more effort,” he said. “We have been adamant in emphasizing that all we do is program-related and that we will do things best for the program.”

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Coquitlam Express goalie Clay Stevenson clashes behind the net with Vernon Vipers forward, Connor Sleeth, in their BC Hockey League game, Saturday at the Poirier Sports and Leisure Complex. Coquitlam won, 2-1, with Stevenson stopping 29 of the 30 shots he faced. The win extended Coquitlam’s winning streak on home ice this season to 12 games and preserved the team’s one-point lead over the Penticton Vees atop the league standings. Both were on the line last night (Wednesday) when Penticton visited the Express (after The Tri-City News’ print deadline).ROBERT MCDONALD PHOTO

Coquitlam’s Olivia Willett will carry the flag for the Simon Fraser University Clan at the NCAA Div. 2 cross country championships, Saturday in Sacramento, Calif. Willett is the Burnaby school’s sole representative at the national event after she finished third at the recent West Regionals in Monmouth, Ore. She completed the six-kilometre course in 20:51.6 minutes, just two seconds back of second-place Diane Holmberg, of Seattle Pacific University. Willett’s performance was the highlight of a chilly day in Monmouth in which both the Clan’s men’s and women’s teams fell short of qualifying for nationals.

The men placed ninth overall in the 10km race against some of the top NCAA Div. 2 West Regional racers, while the women finished 10th. SFU coach Brit Townsend said Willett was full measure for earning her way to the national championships, and both teams placed slightly ahead of their rankings. But it still wasn’t enough. “Both teams ran really tough and we were against some of the best fields I have ever seen in the west region,” she said. “It’s been a building year for us with young talent on both the men’s and women’s side, and some of our middle distance runners stepping up to run 6km and 10km races.”

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Plumbing

Committed to providing you with a superior paint job at a reasonable price that you can be proud to show off!

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Roofing

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604-946-4333

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Call Dhillon, 604-782-1936

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INTERIOR & EXTERIOR

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Residential & Commercial

35%OFF 20 years exp. Free Estimates

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778-984-0666

Call: 778.522.0007

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604 -230 -3539 778 -895-3503 604-339-1989

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Est 1985

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2748 Lougheed Hwy. Port Coquitlam (Westwood Centre Mall - next to Signature Liquor store)

604.200.7728

HOURS:

Mon to Tues: Wed/Fri: Sat: Sun:

9:30am - 7pm 9:30am - 8pm 9:30am - 7pm 10am - 6pm

EVERYTHING MUST GO! FINAL CLOSE OUT

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Chiu Chow Special Duck 潮州鹵水鴨

New Pacific Supermarket

Effective from Nov. 22-25, 2019

Live Ling Cod

Malaysia Fried Fish Cake 馬來西亞炸魚餅

Whole

寶玉蘋果

大象木瓜

無核紅葡萄

/EA

Ambrosia Apples

Elephant Papaya

Red Grapes Seedless

99 20..99

生猛游水原條龍躉

上海白菜苗

7.99

6.99

17.99 /EA

4.79 /EA

Searay Greenland Turbot (Halibut) Steak 海威急凍龍鱈魚扒

8.39

/LB

2 for 1 $

.00

/EA

Hai Tian Seasoning Soy Sauce (Wei Ji Xian) 750mL 海天味極鮮特級醬油

4.49

多多芝麻糊/花生糊/杏仁糊

糧全其美原味/蔥香手抓餅

2.39 /EA

Sunrise Pressed Tofu 340g 日昇豆乾

2.49 /EA

Smart Choice Seafood Frozen Squid Tentacles 300g 得哥海產急凍魷魚鬚

4.79

/EA

2 for

6.99

Superior Fried Bean Curd Roll 120g 頂好響鈴之卷

3.49

2 for

/EA

/LB

/EA

Superior Soft Tofu 300g 頂好絹絲滑豆腐

1.89

1.99

1.89

/EA

Beef Tendon 牛筋

4.59

Largest Selection of Locally Grown Vegetables From Our Own Farm! 604.552.6108

/LB

Glen Dr

Northern Ave COQUITLAM CENTRE

Unit 1056, 1163 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam

/LB

5.59

Chicken Leg with Back 雞脾連背

6.49

Chang An Buckwheat Noodles 900g 長安蕎麥麵

/EA

Superior Smooth Med. Firm Tofu 680g 頂好雙裝滑豆腐

/LB

LQQM Crispy Pancake -Original/Scallion 500g

4.99

/EA

Torto Sesame/Peanut/Almond Dessert 160g

/EA

Sunrise Sweetened/Unsweetened Soya Beverage 3.95L 日昇甜味/無糖豆漿皇

法蘭西牛扒

(Located in Henderson Mall)

Offers valid from Nov. 22-25, 2019. Quantities and /or selection of items may be limited and may not be available in store, no rain check or substitution. Advertised prices and product selection may vary by store, New Pacific Supermarket reserves the right to limit quantities, descriptions take precedence over photos. We reserve the right to correct any unintentional errors that may occur in the copy or illustrations.

咀香園杏仁餅

長青瓜

CHY Almond Cakes 300g

Lion & Globe Peanut Oil 2L 獅球嘜花生油

五花腩

Linc

oln

/BAG

/LB

Beef Flank Steak

Pork Belly

etr

12.99

2.49

English Cucumber

/LB

Golden Rose Thai Jasmine Rice 8KG 金玫瑰泰國香米 $

/LB

79¢

1.79

/LB

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Westwood St

Shanghai Bok Choy Sprout

1.99

/LB

Heffley Crescent

4.99

The High St