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Sellers beware By Todd Coyne THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Police are warning the public to be extra cautious when buying or selling items online after two violent assaults and thefts in as many days in Port Moody. At 8 p.m. on Jan. 6, police responding to reports of a fight in progress at the corner of St. Johns Street and Barnet Highway found a man who had been assaulted and robbed by a group of males. The victim told police he had arranged to meet someone claiming to be interested in buying his cell phone on the popular free classified advertising website Craigslist. Police later arrested two youths near where the attack took place and recovered the victim’s phone as well as other items linked to the assault and robbery, according to Port Moody Police spokesperson Const. Bill Kim. Kim said he believes the assault is likely linked to a similar attack in Port Moody the night before. “A young fellow was trying to sell his iPhone and when he met the prospective buyer, [he] was assaulted and the phone was taken,” Kim said. The injuries sustained in both attacks were nonlife threatening. Kim warned prospective online buyers and sellers to meet at a safe public place such as a local police station. “Craigslist is readily used and I think people are nowadays comfortable using the technology because it’s easy,” he said. “But there are unscrupulous individuals who will use it too to trap unsuspecting victims.” I t i s s t i l l u n cl e a r whether charges will be recommended against the suspects, whom Kim described as “youths,” but more information is expected to be released in the coming days. tcoyne@tricitynews.com
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Shayna Litman of the Centennial Centaurs searches for help while Gleneagle Talons’ defender Breanna Yee blankets her during Thursday’s first-round action in the Cents’ prestigious Top-Ten Shootout senior girls’ high school basketball tournament. For more on the event, see Sports on page 30.
Let them vote online: Reimer Councillor pushes for e-voting but province says it won’t happen this year By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
It would be easier to have voters choose their politicians with the click of a mouse from the comfort of their homes rather than by filling in a paper ballot at a polling station, says a Coquitlam city councillor. Coun. Linda Reimer is pressing to have civic voting brought online — making it convenient for residents
to vote from home, at work or by a mobile device and, possibly, boosting voter turnout. Reimer, who introduced a notice of motion on the issue at Monday’s Coquitlam city council meeting, cited 2008 municipal election results showing Coquitlam’s turnout 13 points lower than the provincial average. And in last year’s byelection to replace Fin Donnelly (now MP for New Westminster-Coquitlam), only 7.6% of eligible voters filled out a ballot. Reimer also commented on Surrey and Vancouver’s recent push to have e-voting for this November’s race. “I want to add our voice to Surrey
and Vancouver,” she told The Tri-City Newss after the council meeting, noting she has spoken with Vancouver Coun. Andrea Reimer (no relation) who is calling for an online voting pilot project in B.C.’s largest city. Reimer’s motion, to be debated at the next city council meeting, asks for the provincial government to pass legislation in the next sitting of the legislature to allow for online voting. It also asks Victoria to source online voting machine providers and to work with municipalities to install them by this fall’s or the 2014 election. see SECURITY SECURITY,, page 6
Voter turnout in Coquitlam The percentage of eligible voters who cast ballots in recent Coquitlam civic elections: • 2010 byelection: 7.6% • 2008 election: 21.5% • 2007 byelection: 5.1% • 2005 election: 23.3% • 2002 election: 27.7% • 1999 election: 26.9% • 1998 election: 22.5%
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SIGN UP & SHAKEOUT • B.C.’s ShakeOut drill is taking place on the 311th anniversary of the Cascadia Earthquake, which had a magnitude of 9.0. For more information about BC ShakeOut, and to register, visit www.shakeoutbc.ca. For more information on emergency preparedness programs, visit the websites of all three cities.
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At 10 a.m. next Wednesday, thousands of Tri-City students, teachers, city workers, care providers, business owners and employees will hit the floor. But they won’t be searching for loose change or collecting dust bunnies under their desks. This group huddle is called the Great British Columbia ShakeOut and it is all about increasing awareness about what to do in an earthquake. Organizers want participants to register at www.shakeoutbc.ca and then to drop, cover and hold on for up two minutes under a desk or table that day to simulate an earthquake event. The idea is to get 10% of the population of B.C. to participate and, so far, numbers are looking good because more than 310,000 people — including staff at The Tri-City Newss — have signed up. “The whole thing is about protection, and trying to keep you safe from something falling,” explained Cheryl Lalonde, the emergency program officer for the city of Port Coquitlam, which is participating in ShakeOut, along with Coquitlam, Port Moody, and several local schools and businesses. Drop, cover and hold on is considered by emergency responders to be the best way to stay safe when an earthquake hits. It means that during an earthquake, people should drop to the ground, seek cover under a table, desk or other sturdy piece of furniture, and hold on for 60 seconds or more until things settle. If there is no place to take cover, people should still drop next to a wall and cover their heads and necks. People who use wheelchairs or aren’t able to get down on the floor or under a table can still protect themselves
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Port Coquitlam’s emergency program officer, Cheryl Lalonde, demonstrates the drop, cover and hold on technique that should be used to stay safe during an earthquake. Next Wednesday, city employees and hundreds of others across the Tri-Cities, plus thousands of students and teachers, will participate in the Great British Columbia ShakeOut earthquake drill. by getting near a wall and covering their heads and necks with their arms and hands. During Wednesday’s ShakeOut simulation, participants will hear a recording describing the shaking and actual consequences of a damaging earthquake as they take part in the drill. They’ll also be asked to take a moment to look around their work stations so that when the simulation is over, they can remove dangerous items or secure anything that could topple over during a quake.
The hazard hunt “is all to protect yourself so you don’t get hurt,” Lalonde said. The last time B.C. experienced a quake large enough to shut down power and communications was 10 years ago, in February 2001. While it was memorable, B.C. experiences about 400 earthquakes a year and earthquakes capable of causing structural damage (typically greater than magnitude 5) happen every decade or so. And beyond the initial shaking, there are
other concerns. Karin Basi, Coquitlam’s emergency program manager, said people should be able to look after themselves for 72 hours in an emergency. “We do live in a very seismically active region,” said Basi, who urged Coquitlam residents to take part in ShakeOut and to sign up for emergency preparedness courses offered through the city. “We would like people to think about preparedness so they are ready before something happens.” Both Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam are working with the BC Earthquake Alliance Society, which adopted the ShakeOut model from California, which has used it since 2008 and got nearly seven million people involved in 2009. Port Moody is also participating in the ShakeOut drill and residents are encouraged to practise the drills at home and at work. “Drills are an integral part of any emergency plan whether it is a family emergency plan or the city’s. The results of our drills are as important as the drills themselves as we use this experience to evaluate and modify our plan to make it more effective,” said Remo Faedo of PoMo Fire Department. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
Mayors’ rep ready to deal on TransLink funding March 31 is deadline for new TransLink funding solution By Jeff Nagel BLACK PRESS
Regional mayors council chair Richard Walton will meet Transportation Minister Shirley Bond in late January to try to determine how Metro Vancouverites should pay their share of the costs of the Evergreen Line and broader transit expansion. But the district of North Vancouver’s mayor doesn’t expect any quick answers to emerge before the BC Liberals choose a
new leader on Feb. 26. “The leadership race has obviously created a delay,” Walton said, but added he aims to quickly proceed after the new premier is selected with detailed talks to hammer out new revenue sources for TransLink by a revised March 31 deadline. Bond agreed late last year to the delay after previously pressing mayors to approve TransLink property tax increases to fund the $1.4-billion Evergreen Line to Coquitlam by a December deadline. She relented when it became clear the mayors were poised to defeat that idea. Many mayors prefer funding sources tied to transportation use — such as road
pricing, regional tolling or an annual vehicle registration fee that TransLink suggested could vary depending on the carbon footprint of the car. The mayors council has also previously suggested TransLink get revenue from future increases in the carbon tax, although some BC Liberal candidates are now talking about a possible freeze on the tax. Walton said he’s taking the leadership race statements with a grain of salt. “Long-term funding for transit is likely going to involve a number of different funding sources,” he said. Walton, who replaced Langley City Mayor Peter Fassbender as head of the mayors’
council in December, said mayors have a “healthy disagreement” with Bond over the use of property taxes but he believes the stand-off can be resolved. “I’m optimistic or I wouldn’t have taken this on,” he said. The cities are required to contribute $400 million towards the Evergreen Line. TransLink’s board had urged the mayors to approve an even bigger package of tax hikes, to raise a total of $800 million to also upgrade SkyTrain stations and increase bus service. That would have raised a typical home’s property taxes by $61 versus about $35 for the Evergreen Line-only scenario. jnagel@blackpress.ca
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A 55-year-old woman is recovering from extensive injuries after being hit by a Coast Mountain transit bus Thursday eve n i n g i n Po r t Moody. The incident happened shortly before 6 p.m. at the intersection of St. Johns and Williams streets. Port Moody police closed off the area for approximately five hours to investigate the incident. Paramedics rushed the woman to Royal Columbian Hospital, were she is being treated for extensive injuries to her legs, torso, head and shoulder area. Port Moody Police spokesperson Const. Bill Kim said Tuesday he believed the woman was making good progress in her recovery. Kim said that investigators do not believe speed or alcohol were a factor in the accident but he said the investigation is ongoing. “There is an investigation but really it was the weather — people need to be cognizant of that,� he said. He added that motorists need to use extra caution during bad weather and pedestrians should not expect that drivers can see them, especially at night and in rainy weather.
Info is out on council cash By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Assets, liabilities and sources of income for Coquitlam city councillors were released this week, but the papers offer scant information about the elected officials’ personal financial dealings. In the documents made available Monday, council members wrote less than in years past about what they own and owe, with some telling The Tri-City News they had re-read the provincial Financial Disclosure Act and decided not to go into specifics but, rather, list only the bare minimum for public consumption. For example, Coun. Doug Macdonell draws a $53,800 annual income as a city councillor and collects two pensions through the RCMP but, in this year’s papers, he did not list his income from the Great West Life Assurance for injuries he sustained as a Mountie; rather, he wrote “retired RCMP.� Coun. Neal Nicholson also tightened up the language on his form by not listing a liability with the Canada Revenue Agency for h i s bu s i n e s s, N e a l Nicholson Inc., an accounting firm. “Every self-employed company has an ongoing liability with the agency,� he said Monday. Under the act, councillors don’t have to disclose money owed
THE DETAILS The annual deadline for municipal politicians’ financial disclosures has passed and locals have filed the paperwork on what they own and what they owe. For financial disclosure info for Port Coquitlam and Port Moody council members, see page 5. on or the value of their homes, or the amount of debt owed or income sources outside of their elected regional jurisdictions. Coun. Barrie Lynch gave a little more insight than other councillors, including providing a copy of his mutual funds. “I just put it all out there so no one can go back to me and say, ‘You were trying to hide,’� he said. Lynch gets income as a BC Ambulance paramedic and from RBC Dexia Investor Services
(pension), B.R. Lynch Enterprises (as a consultant), Metro Vancouver (as a committee member) and E-Comm (as a director). Mayor Richard Stewart has two inactive holding companies resulting from the death of his parents, a rental property on LeBleu Street, and reaps salaries as mayor ($119,000 a year, plus a transportation allowance of about $8,000), as owner of Stewart Communications and as a member of the
Metro Vancouver board and TransLink mayors council. Coun. Lou Sekora has been the president of a holding company for 30 years, although he declined to comment on its use. C o u n . M a e Re i d draws income as a realtor with Prudential Sterling Realty and as an alternate director on the Metro Vancouver board. She also owns a property in Sumas, Wa. And Coun. Linda Reimer works as a real estate assistant to her husband and is a council member on the BC College of Teachers while Coun. Selina Robinson has a home-based business called Robinson Ergonomics and is the owner of Selina Robinson Counselling/ Consulting. Coun. Brent Asmundson is a bus driver with the Coast Mountain Bus Company.
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Notice of Publiic Hearing MEETING Public Hearing WHEN Tuesday, January 25, 2011 att 7pm WHERE Inlet Theatre, City Hall, 100 Newport Drivve, Port Moody, BC The Council of the City of Port Moody will meet and hold a Public Hearing to consider the following proposed Bylaws:
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Proposed Bylaws: City of Port Moody Official Community Plan Bylaw 2000, No. 2465, Amendment Bylaw No. 33, 2010, No. 2853 and City of Port Moody Zoning Bylaw 1988, No. 1890, Amendment Bylaw No. 199, 2010, No. 2854. Applicant: Parklane Heritage Woods Development Ltd. Legal: Lot 60, Section 16, Township 39 NWD Plan BCP 26470 PID: 026860-571; and Block A, Section 21 Township 39 NWD Except: Firstly; Part Subdivided by Plan BCP 11135 and Secondly, Part Subdivided by Plan BCP 26470 PID: 011-111-267. Location: Area north of Cranberry Court and east of West Noons Creek Purpose: The owner has made an application to the City of Port Moody to rezone the identified property from Acreage Reserve (A2) to One Family Residential Zone (RS8) to accommodate the proposed development. An amendment to the Official Community Plan is also required. If approved, this application would facilitate the creation of 27 single family residential lots.
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All persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws will be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person and/or by written submission. Written submissions will be accepted up to the conclusion of the Public Hearing. If you are submitting a written submission prior to the Public Hearing, please submit it to the City by email at clerks@portmoody.ca or by fax at 604-469-4550 not later than 12 Noon Tuesday, January 25, 2011. No representations may be received by Council on these bylaws after the close of the Public Hearing. Bylaw Nos. 2853 and 2854 and related information may be inspected at the Planning and Development Services Department, City Hall, 100 Newport Drive (at loco Road), Port Moody, B.C. Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5pm.
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PoCo, PoMo pols file papers By Todd Coyne THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Port Coquitlam’s elected officials filed their 2010 personal finances for public scrutiny on Monday, though little is revealed in the documents apart from the names of companies from which the mayor and councillors earn a paycheque from or are invested in. Mayor Greg Moore listed his own company, Livable Region Consulting Inc., as a primary asset and source of income, as well as shares in Kinesys, Appereo Systems, G&F Financial and IP Applications Solutions Corp. Moore also drew income from his role as director with the Union of B.C. Municipalities and his membership with the TransLink Mayors’ Council, and he owns a property in Pitt Meadows. By far the most extensive assets list was declared by Coun. Mike Forrest, whose income as Port Coquitlam councillor in 2010 was complimented by his income as director and primary stockholder of Forrest Marine, as well as a host of shares in as many as 30 companies, including Husky Energy, Teck Cominco, CN Rail and Suncor Energy. Coun. Sherry Carroll claimed nothing in the way of assets, income, properties or liabilities while Coun. Glenn Pollock similarly claimed only employment with a Safeway store and shares as a VanCity Credit Union member as income and assets. Coun. Brad West, also a VanCity member and shareholder, drew income in 2010 as PoCo MLA Mike Farnworth’s constituency assistant.
Coun. Darrell Penner’s income in 2010 was subsidized by his employment at Meridian Meats and Seafood and International Submarine Engineering, a hightech submersible vehicle manufacturer. Finally, Coun. Michael Wright declared shares in ARC Energy Trust, Bank of Nova Scotia, CP Rail, Claymore S&P, Sun Life Financial, Telus, TransCanada Corp and Canadian Utilities Ltd, as well as some preferred shares in American investment funds. Apart from his city hall paycheque, Wright also draws a pension as a Telus retiree.
PORT MOODY COUNCIL Port Moody city councillors made their personal finances public this week, revealing any assets, real estate holdings or sources of income they may draw from outside of their jobs as city politicians. But neither specific figures nor even ballpark estimates need be provided on the mandatory endof-year financial disclosures and no councillor volunteered this information. Port Moody Mayor Joe Trasolini claimed as income a one-quarter ownership stake in G. Trasolini Contracting and full ownership of Pug Investments Ltd., a holding company he bought in 2004 that owns land along the proposed Evergreen Line route at 3180-3198 St, Johns St. The mayor also claimed as income payments from directorship roles with the Metro Vancouver board, E-Comm, South Coast B.C. Transportation Authority and West Coast Express.
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Apart from his Alderside Road home and his St. Johns Street property, Trasolini also maintains a recreational condo in Puerta Vallarta. In 2010, Coun. Mike Clay remained on as president and owner of TTS Automation Inc., a precision forging company based in Barrie, Ont., and drew income as a manager at Tero Consulting, a Coquitlam-based IT company. Coun. Diana Dilworth claimed no assets, liabilities or property ownership on her disclosure statement but did list as extracurricular income her role as operations manager at the Fraser Basin Council, a Vancouver sustainability board. Sparsest of all, Port Moody Coun. Bob Elliott claimed no assets, liabilities, income or property on his 2010 disclosure. Coun. Meghan Lahti also claimed no assets or property but did list herself as an employee of Sprott-Shaw Community College. Coun. Gerry Nuttall listed his two holding companies — Western Pacific Purchasing Ltd. and JJS Investments Ltd. — as assets that don’t generate personal revenue, as he listed only his taxpayer-salaried job for income. And finally, Coun. Karen Rockwell’s disclosure revealed no property holdings but a slew of assets — likely investment shares — in companies such as Telus, Canadian Oil Sands, Scotia Bank and Teck Resources. Rockwell also maintains her role as a union representative for the Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union Local 378, from which she draws an undisclosed income. tcoyne@tricitynews.com
Dear Parents, The Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA), given to Grade 4 and 7 students, does not count towards your child’s marks. The results do not actively support your child’s learning. s &3! TESTS ARE EXPENSIVE AND WASTE MONEY AT A TIME WHEN CUTS ARE BEING made. s &3! TESTS DO NOT HELP STUDENTS LEARN OR TEACHERS TEACH s &3! TESTS TAKE VALUABLE TIME AWAY FROM MORE MEANINGFUL LEARNING s 4HE DATA DOES NOT PROVIDE REAL HELP TO STUDENTS PARENTS OR SCHOOLS s 4HE RESULTS ARE MISUSED TO RANK SCHOOLS AND PROMOTE PRIVATIZATION Teachers in Coquitlam recommend that you write a letter to your SCHOOL PRINCIPAL OR DETACH THE FOLLOWING LETTER REQUESTING THAT YOUR CHILD BE EXEMPTED FROM THE &3! 4O LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR CHILD S PROGRESS AND THE REAL ASSESSMENTS DONE in the classroom, talk to her or his teacher.
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Second learning centre By Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS
The Learning D i s ab i l i t i e s Association Fraser North branch has kicked off 2011 with a second location for its social development programs as well as new games and materials. L DA F N ’s B e t t y Anne Myers said the extra space and materials will enable the association to provide a wider variety of programs for children with learning disabilities. “It’s amazing,” said Myers about the good news the group received late last year when School District 43 offered two rooms at Minnekhada middle school in addition to existing space at Westwood elementary school in Port Coquitlam. The g roup also raised $5,000 to pay for new materials, some of which will be used for a creative arts program for girls in the spring while games and hands-on materials will be useful for programs catering to boys. Myers said social development programs that help children learn to express themselves in positive ways will now be offered at Minnekhada while multi-sensory literacy tutoring programs will continue to be offered at Westwood elementary. Members of the public are invited to see the new space, including the new art and games rooms, on Wednesday, Feb. 9 from 4 to 8 p.m. Minnekhada middle school is located at 1390 Laurier Ave., Port Coquitlam and the programs are in Room. 9. • For more information about programs, visit www.ldafn.ca. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
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If approved, copies of Reimer’s motion would be sent to other B.C. municipalities for consideration. (Calls to the mayors of Port Coquitlam and Port Moody for comment were not immediately returned). Reimer noted the BC Liberal Party will be using online and telephone voting for its upcoming leadership contest. E-voting is nothing new in Canada; it has been used by municipalities in Alberta (with the VOTEX system, www.votex.ca) and Ontario (Intelivote,
www.intelivote. com), although there have been technical difficulties. In 2008, Halifax residents v o t e d o n l i n e REIMER using their birth date and a PIN mailed to their homes. A spokesperson with B.C.’s Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development said e-voting can’t be done in time for this year’s civic election — even as a pilot project. “Such a proposal would require substantial policy analysis as well as legislative changes,” Marika
Glickman wrote in an email to The Tri-City News Tuesday. “Key issues to be considered would include security of the ballot and public confidence in electronic voting.” Glickman added: “Ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the elections process and results is essential to maintaining public confidence in elected officials. We are not at the point where electronic voting can be used for the upcoming local government elections.” But she said if
the Union of BC Municipalities sets online voting as a priority, “we are open to examining whether e-voting is a viable option for future local government elections, beyond 2011.” At the federal level, Elections Canada plans to test e-voting by 2013. Municipal elections will be held across B.C. this year on Saturday, Nov. 19. jwarren@tricitynews.com
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Completion City collects $1.8M in casino cash pushed back Articles by Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Four public works projects in Coquitlam that got stimulus funding during the recession will likely be wrapped up in time to meet the senior governments’ new deadline. And if they aren’t, that could cost Coquitlam taxpayers money. On Monday, city council voted to ask the provincial government to push the construction timetable to the fall to finish the infrastructure work. The projects are located at: • Schoolhouse Street (improvements); • King Edward Street (improvements); • Lougheed and Barnet highways (rehabilitation); • and in southwest Coquitlam (sewer upgrades). Last month, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced a one-time extension of the March 31, 2011, deadline to Oct. 31, 2011, for the shovel-ready projects that received cash under Canada’s Economic Action Plan. In a report to city council, dated Jan. 4, Coquitlam’s general manager of engineering, Bill Susak, wrote that the municipality would accept responsibility for any financial loss if it doesn’t meet its new schedule. “All four of the city’s ISF [Infrastructure Stimulus Fund] projects are at least 80% complete,” he wrote. “All of the ISF projects will benefit by having more time to complete the various outstanding items.” He added: “It is a much improved construction practice to do the major intersection work at the Brunette/King Edward intersection in the spring as opposed to squeezing the work in before March 31.” Port Coquitlam council took similar measures earlier this month to ensure federal funding for its expansion of Broadway Street between the Coast Meridian Overpass and the Mary Hill Bypass. jwarren@tricitynews.com
Coquitlam city hall was flush with cash last week after getting its latest payout from the Boulevard Casino. The city received $1.8 million from the provincial government for the Oct. 1 to Dec. 31 quarter, bringing last year’s jackpot to more than $8.2 million as part of
the municipality’s 10% cut of net profits as home city to the United Boulevard gambling venue. To date, Coquitlam has received about $72 million since the casino opened in October 2001 — 12.5% of which goes into a community capital fund for local nonprofit groups and the balance into a municipal capital fund to pay for major projects such as roads and sports facilities.
Last September, the city doled out nearly $275,000 in Spirit of Coquitlam grants to 12 cultural, sports and service groups, including $25,000 to the Festival Planners’ Network, $10,872 to the Coquitlam Heritage Society and $7,600 to the Terry Fox Foundation to organize the first ever Fox Run in Coquitlam, held last September. jwarren@tricitynews.com
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An illustration of what the new Port Mann Bridge will look like when it’s completed, possibly late next year.
Night-time and weekend closures for bridge work Work on the Port Mann/ Highway 1 improvement project will require some late night closures to the Coleman on-ramp and Highway 1 westbound during the next several weekends. Crews have to install 60 m long and 5 m wide girders using large cranes and need access to the work site. The new ramp will connect Lougheed Highway to Highway 1 eastbound and the Mary Hill Bypass, and is one of a number of improvements to the Cape Horn interchange to improve safety, reduce congestion
and provide more direct connections between Highway 1 and the surrounding arterial roads. The following temporary changes will take place to allow the work to proceed. • Jan. 21 to 24 from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.: The westbound on-ramp at Coleman Avenue will be temporarily closed and drivers will have to use the Brunette Avenue on-ramp to access Highway 1. Also, there will be two 20-minute stoppages each night for Highway 1 westbound traffic between midnight and 4 a.m. The
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The Water Utility will be performing unidirectional watermain cleaning in the shaded area shown on the map below from January 3, 2011 to January 26, 2011.
This procedure will cause pressure fluctuations, some discolouration, and sediment in the water reaching your home or business. These conditions should be of short duration. If your water appears discoloured, run a cold water tap until the water clears. For more information, call Engineering & Public Works Customer Service (604) 927-3500, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or visit our website at www. coquitlam.ca.
stoppages will allow workers to transport the girders for the new ramp and lift them into place. • Feb. 4 to 7, 11 to 14 and 1821, and March 4 to 7: Beginning on Friday night for each of these weekends, the Highway 1 westbound on-ramp at Coleman Avenue from Lougheed Highway will be closed from 9 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. on Saturday and to 9 a.m. on Sunday. There will also be two 20-minute stoppages of Highway 1 westbound traffic each night. For information about the project, visit www.pmh1project.com.
Austin Heights Neighbourhood Plan Public Open House The Future of Austin Heights is Here Hundreds of community members from the Austin Heights neighbourhood have enthusiastically participated in developing a vision for the future of their neighbourhood. You voiced your commitment to reenergizing the neighbourhood and we now have a draft plan for your consideration. Date: Time: Place:
January 26, 2011 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion 1025 Ridgeway Avenue Coquitlam, BC
Attend the final Public Open House where the City will present its draft Austin Heights Neighbourhood Plan to the community. View the plans, make comments, and have your questions answered by City staff. For more information please contact: Nadia Carvalho Community Planner 604-927-3439 To view the draft plan please visit: www.coquitlam.ca/austinheights
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An illustration by Douglas Coupland, David Weir and Mauricio Pommella of Coupland’s concept for the new Terry Fox memorial to be erected in front of BC Place stadium. The drawing was unveiled Tuesday in Vancouver, with Fox’s parents, Betty and Rolly, and his brother Fred present, along with Coupland, who previously wrote a book about Terry Fox.
Four Terry’s, running west A conceptual drawing for the new memorial to honour Port Coquitlam’s favourite son at BC Place was unveiled yesterday (Tuesday). The artwork by internationally famous author and visual artist Douglas Coupland will feature a series of four bronze sculptures to replicate Terry Fox’s running style along his Marathon of Hope; the work will replace the controversial gateway at Terry Fox Plaza and is expected to be ready this fall, in time for the reopening of BC Place. In his artist’s statement, Coupland, author of Generation X as well a book about Fox called Terry, wrote that he wanted the statues to represent Fox’s historic journey — its past, present and future. “I want people in a thousand years to look at them and wonder why Terry had to have an artificial leg,” he wrote. “I want them to be able to reconstruct the way Terry ran. I want them to wonder why he’s heading west and I want them to wonder why his stature grows and grows the further along he walks.” jwarren@tricitynews.com
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or the people of Haiti, there is little hope to cling to. One year has passed since a 7.0-magnitude earthquake brought this island nation to its knees. Billions of dollars have been pledged to help the country get back on its feet but, by all accounts, the country still can’t get a foothold. From Haiti’s grim cholera-ridden streets, we in the Tri-Cities should have a new appreciation for what we have, especially for the basics of food, water, shelter, health care and well-run government. One leader of a non-profit organization said recently that working in Haiti is simply a “humbling experience.” Reconstruction of the country is moving in slow motion. Haiti’s centralized government has hampered efforts of local authorities. Only 5% of the rubble in the capital of Port-au-Prince has been cleared since the earthquake, a troubling statistic illustrating that little progress has been made. Haiti was already a nation on the brink of disaster before the earthquake hit. According to Canadian officials, 85% of its citizens lived in abject poverty before the quake and only one in five had access to clean water. After the earth shook, 30 hospitals were destroyed. Three out of four medical schools were levelled, as was the nation’s largest nursing hospital. Haitians training at these facilities were killed. Add hurricanes, disease and political instability to the mix, and the devastation is worse than in most war zones. Meanwhile, many of us Canadians go about our daily lives and find plenty to complain about. Some Haitians lost entire families in the quake and have little to live for. One relief worker is quoted as saying that people can’t stop themselves from crying, noting, “They’re not functioning properly.” One million people are homeless or in camps. Sexual violence is rampant. According to one report, police officers are asking rape victims to pay gas money if they want their cases investigated. Perpetrators are rarely caught, rarely prosecuted. There are stories of progress but they’re coming at a glacial pace. Yet there are enough glimmers of hope that the Haitian people haven’t given up on their nation. It’s a sombre situation that offers us plenty of reasons to pause and be grateful for what we have in Canada. – The Richmond Review (Black Press)
Recall in B.C. has descended into an ugly farce BC VIEWS Tom Fletcher VICTORIA he rough beast of recall has slouched into Kamloops and Comox, carrying with it the rank smell of the failing effort in Oak Bay. Next up in this venomous venture is Vernon, starting on March 15, Fight HST maestro Bill Vander Zalm vowed in a swing through the unlucky North Okanagan city last week. “More canvassers are signing up in Oak Bay-Gordon Head to help put recall over the top there,” Vander Zalm bragged in a news release describing a standing-room-only crowd in Vernon. “We had a terrific meeting in a snowy Kamloops last night with 45 canvassers to kick off that campaign, and now this! It’s faaaaantastic!” This is a change to Vander Zalm’s tune on the bid to muscle out Science and Universities Minister Ida Chong. The previ-
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invited on CKNW radio to describe the hate mail he received after rejecting the first version of the Oak Bay-Gordon Head petition for having too many words (this delayed it for all of a week). There were hundreds of emails to this mild-mannered legislature clerk, urged on by a typical screed sent out by Fight HST demanding his resignation. One of the milder missives wished James a slow death from cancer. More serious threats and death wishes prompted police to provide security at his home and the Elections BC office. Fight HST ringmaster Chris Delaney, along with the NDP-affiliated recall organizer for Oak Bay, downplayed this. Delaney suggested the timing was suspicious, as per his earlier baseless attacks on James’ impartiality. Vander Zalm also muttered about the government working with James and unspecified elements of the “Big Corporate Media” to scuttle the recall. This is the latest vision to emerge from the Fight HST clown car of conspiracy theories. Previous scenarios featured Canada being taken over by the
European Union and the shop-worn plot to impose world government in the name of global warming. Delaney continues his frantic efforts to launch the BC First Party, which is coincidentally being developed in tandem with the recall campaign. In his role as BC First “spokesman,” Delaney recently cranked out a new conspiracy: The BC Liberals are forcing BC Hydro to undertake expensive repairs to dams and transmission facilities not to expand or prevent further blackouts in downtown Vancouver but to make BC Hydro go broke! Then they’re going to sell it off to General Electric! This is a variation on a loopy theory advanced by Rafe Mair wherein Premier Gordon Campbell plots to dam the Fraser River and then sell Hydro to GE. NDP leadership candidates would be wise to follow Miller’s lead and distance themselves from this increasingly toxic exercise. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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TRI-CITYY LETTERS The Editor, Re. “Far nworth runs for NDP job” (The Tri-City News, Jan. 14). It is with a degree of relief that I learned MLA Mike Farnworth is running for the leadership of the B.C. NDP. He has a good record in both local and provincial politics as well as international experience. As government critic of several ministries over the past few years, he has spoken with thought, knowledge a n d c o n s t r u c t ive criticism, not merely grandstanding and blame for the other party, as too many on both sides have done. Principally, however, Farnworth is one of very few candidate hopefuls that has spoken of his vision for the future not just in terms of self-aggrandizement but with thought and wisdom as to what would benefit this province. Sadly, most of the candidates for leadership on both sides appear to think only of re-election of their party and their own large ego trips. Once again, promises of no substance are being voiced loudly in the media, probably to fool the voters into thinking they have substance. British Columbia needs and deserves leaders on both sides that put B.C. first. Those elected to the legislature hold a serious trust of care. It is past time that we see our MLAs exhibiting this. We are not well served by violent shifts to either left or right, or constantly reiterated blaming of the other side. The party not in power — the opposition — holds the incumbent party to account for its actions. It is not the enemy — it is us. It is to be hoped that the leaders chosen by both parties will be able to work together, through the legislature, to give British Columbia a government we can respect. Having candidates such as Mike Farnworth gives me some hope. For those who are voting for candidates, please put B.C. first, not special interests. E. Thunstrom, Coquitlam
Wrong reaction from responder The Editor, Re. “Woman recovering after being hit by bus” (www.tricitynews.com). I saw a woman get hit by a bus on St. Johns Street in Port Moody around 5:45 p.m. last Thursday. Because I was closest to her at that moment, I approached and put my hat and scarf under her head as she lay by the curb. She was clearly in shock and excruciating pain. I stayed with her and tried to reassure her, letting her know help was on the way, and then held her hand as paramedics questioned her. After I stood up to leave, a man in a uniform and fluorescent safety vest asked me if I knew the woman. When I said I didn’t, he asked, “Then why don’t you leave the area?” I pointed out that my scarf was still under the woman’s head. He retrieved it for me
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and, once the woman was put on a stretcher, I asked if he knew which hospital she would be taken to. He responded with an aggressive “Why do you care?” When I explained that I would like to phone and find out how she was, he snapped, “She’s got family for that!” I am not someone who needs recognition for something any human being should do. But if any bystanders overheard how I was treated, they might think twice about helping an accident victim. Accident responders such as paramedics and police need to recognize that people on the scene when an accident happens may not be merely curious and taking up space — they may be making themselves useful. Eve Abrams, Vancouver
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The Editor, We were at the offleash dog park in Port Coquitlam on the weekend and, walking back to our vehicle with our dog Mickey on leash, I turned around to see a bald eagle swooping down towards us about 20 feet in the air; it turned away as I looked at it. We have some property up Indian Ar m with bald eagles living within view of our place and have heard horrible stories about them taking small domestic animals. I did some research online only to find that very rarely does this happen, as the eagles are 98% fish eater or scavengers, and they can only pick up prey around six to nine pounds on average. Small dog owners, be aware. Mark Aiken, Port Coquitlam
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Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday, January 24, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, located at 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC to receive representations from all persons who deem it in their interest to address Council regarding the following proposed bylaws. The City Clerk’s OfďŹ ce will compile a Speakers List for each Public Hearing item – please register by telephone at 604-927-3010 or by facsimile at 604927-3015. Everyone will be permitted to speak at the Public Hearing but those who have registered in advance will be given ďŹ rst opportunity. Immediately following the adjournment of the Public Hearing Council will convene a Regular Council Meeting to give consideration to the items on the Public Hearing agenda.
Item #3 - Reference No. 10 013959 RZ Bylaw No. 4182, 2010 Addresses: 606 to 618 Langside Avenue and 714 Breslay Street The intent of Bylaw No. 4182, 2010 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 and its amending Bylaws to rezone the properties outlined in black on the map hereto and marked Schedule “A� to Bylaw No. 4182, 2010 from RT-1 Two-Family Residential to RM-3 Medium Density Apartment Residential.
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The intent of Bylaw No. 4118, 2010 is to introduce text amendments to City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 and its amending Bylaws to include a new RT-3 Triplex and Quadruplex Residential zone which would permit three dwelling units and four dwelling units on a lot in a variety of attached and detached housing forms. The Bylaw would also introduce regulations pertaining to this new zone. The above proposed text amendments to the Citywide OfďŹ cial Community Plan Bylaw No. 3479, 2001 and City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 and their amending Bylaws would only apply to the geographical area of the Neighbourhood Attached Residential land use designation as shown on the attached map (western portion of Southwest Coquitlam). If adopted, the above Bylaws will further implement the Housing Choices initiative for the Southwest Coquitlam Area Plan and permit a range of different housing types within the Neighbourhood Attached Residential land use designation. Item #2 - Reference Nos. 10 011338 OC and 10 011364 RZ Bylaw Nos. 4158 and 4159, 2010 Address: 1112 Westwood Street The intent of Bylaw No. 4158, 2010 is to amend City of Coquitlam Citywide OfďŹ cial Community Plan Bylaw No. 3479, 2001 and its amending Bylaws to revise the land use designation of the subject property outlined in black on the map hereto and marked Schedule â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;? to Bylaw No. 4158, 2010 from General Commercial to City Centre Commercial. The intent of Bylaw No. 4159, 2010 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 and its amending Bylaws, to rezone the subject property outlined in black on the map hereto and marked Schedule â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;? to Bylaw No. 4159, 2010 from C-2 General Commercial to C-4 City Centre Commercial. Adoption of the bylaw amendments would facilitate future high density mixed use development.
Item #4 - Reference No. 08 006031 RZ Bylaw Nos. 4018 and 4019, 2009 Addresses: 3395 Galloway Avenue and 1359 Coast Meridian Road The intent of Bylaw No. 4018, 2009 is to amend City of Coquitlam Citywide OfďŹ cial Community Plan Bylaw No. 3479, 2001 and its amending Bylaws to amend the land use designation of the subject properties outlined in black on the map hereto and marked Schedule â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;? to Bylaw No. 4018, 2009 from Small Village Single Family Residential and Street-Oriented Village Home to Street-Oriented Village Home and Environmentally Sensitive Area. The intent of Bylaw No. 4019, 2009 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 and its amending Bylaws to rezone the subject properties outlined in black on the map hereto and marked Schedule â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;? to Bylaw No. 4019, 2009 from RS-2 One-Family Suburban Residential to RTM-1 StreetOriented Village Home Residential and P-5 Special Park. Adoption of the bylaw amendments would facilitate the development of a 41-unit street-oriented residential development.
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Plans for Coq. equestrian centre under close scrutiny By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Coquitlam planners are holding the reigns tightly on a development bid for a private equestrian centre in the northeast part of the city. While council on Monday approved the first of three conservation permits to fill land at 4104 Cedar Dr., bordering Port Coquitlam, city staff want to meet with the applicants, their consultants and the contractor before any work starts. The aim of the meeting, staff say, is “to ensure clarity and understanding of permit conditions, including associated erosion, sediment and drainage-control requirements.” The first phase of the residential/equestrian project that happens this year, close to DeBoville Slough, involves adding drains and filling three of the six properties located on 33 acres between Devon and Fremont streets. The land, located in the floodplain and within the Agricultural Land Reserve, is to be raised by six feet over the next two years, if approvals are granted, with 2,000 to 3,000 truck and tandem loads of soil to be used. Landowners Avtar Dhillon and Diljit Bains
have received approval from the Agricultural Land Commission, with conditions, for all three phases of the filling. Last year, the city placed a stop-work order after fill operations started without its consent. At last week’s committee, Raul Allueva, Coquitlam’s manager of development services, noted the “significant oversight” with the number of professional engineers and consultants working on the
project and “we’re comfortable in moving this forward,” he said. Allueva also confirmed the hauling via Vi c t o r i a D r i v e would take place on KINGSBURY weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and not on the weekends or holidays. The bid has been opposed by Port Coquitlam
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city council, citing concerns over environmental and watercourse impacts, stormwater, drainage and sediment control, and access to the site for dumping fill. Stick-handling the complex project for the land owners is for mer Coquitlam mayor Jon Kingsbury, president of Comad Communications Inc., who was at last week’s land use committee and at Monday’s city council meeting.
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‘C’ is for Charles (Best) & compassion Understanding is the key to compassion for homeless people, say Best students Articles by Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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group of Dr. Charles Best secondary school students has a resolution they want Tri-City residents to adopt for 2011. It’s called compassion and it’s something they hope people will share when they meet panhandlers and homeless people in their community. Compassion is something these students, members of Kristi Blakeway’s Best Buddies program, have learned over the last two winters making and serving food at temporary shelters in the Tri-Cities. “If people would try to understand that it’s not always their fault that they’re homeless,” suggested Zoya Jiwa, a Grade 11 student at Best. Last week, a dozen students made banana bread, cupcakes, meat loaf and stew with supplies they bought from hosting babysitting nights for local families. They planned on serving the food to homeless people at Coquitlam Alliance Church the next night. In addition to working from 8:30 to 11 p.m. on Wednesday nights in January, they also take turns working 5:30-to-7:30 a.m. shifts on Fridays putting away mats and serving breakfast to the dozen or so homeless men and women who arrive in the Hope for Freedom Outreach van each night. Some students are veterans, since the school also worked the shelter at St. Andrew’s Church in Port Moody in November, and some just worked their first shifts this month. All say the experience has been life-changing. “They’re not all addicts,” said Armin Rezaiean-Asel, who said the homeless people have horrifying stories to tell and deserve more understanding. The conversation isn’t always one way, Grade 11 student David Jennings said: “You can say, ‘Oh, school’s hard’ and they’re interested and they listen... It’s not just feed them food and leave. That’s what makes the process so memorable.” One homeless man made a particularly strong impression. His name was Irvin Wickens and he was a familiar face around town, even appearing in a video to promote a proposed village of shelters in shipping containers. When he was found dead on a
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Selin Jessa, David Jennings, Zoya Jiwa and Armin Rezaiean-Asel, members of Dr. Charles Best secondary school’s Best Buddies program, make banana bread, part of a meal they served to homeless people at Coquitlam Alliance Church last Wednesday. Teacher Kristi Blakeway sponsors Best Buddies and her mom, Karen Shoemaker, co-ordinates the meal and shops for the food. path near the busy intersection of Lougheed Highway and Shaughnessy Street in Port Coquitlam in mid-December, “It was hard, depressing and shocking,” Jennings said. The students went to Wickens’ memorial service and heard he made a difference to many people’s lives. They would like Wickens’ death to have even more meaning. They would like to see less stigma towards homeless people and more support for a permanent shelter at 3030 Gordon Ave. on land the city of Coquitlam owns and recently approved for rezoning. “If people were more compassionate, it
would be safer for homeless,” Selin Jessa said. As for themselves, the students say it’s no trouble working the morning and night shifts at the shelter. In fact, the shifts fill up as soon as they’re posted, even though the students have to get up early or work late, even on a school night. They just hope they are making a difference and are setting a good example. Said Rezaiean-Asel: “Even if they’re not building a shelter [right away], a general increase in compassion for our citizens would be great.” dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
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“You can say, ‘Oh, school’s hard’ and they’re interested and they listen... It’s not just feed them food and leave. That’s what makes the process so memorable.” David Jennings
Making connection in the cards for Anoop & Susan A homemade care offers both connection and inspiration for a mom on Downtown Eastside
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Anoop Virk helped this woman, Susan, write a Christmas card to her seven-year-old son, who lives in foster care and whom she hadn’t seen in three years. When the two met by chance on Christmas Day, Susan said the Christmas card connection inspired her to contact her son’s caregiver and the two exchanged photos.
ore than three weeks have passed since Christmas and the cards, tinsel and other holiday trappings have long been stored or recycled. But for a group of students at Coquitlam’s Dr. Charles Best secondary school, tender feelings sparked by the century-old tradition of sending Christmas cards are keeping them warm even in cold, wet January. They know, like few others of their generation, that Christmas cards still have a place in this technology-crazy world and that a hand-written message of love placed in an envelope and sent with a stamp can inspire hope and bring people together. At least that’s how it was for Anoop Virk, a Grade 12 student in Kristi Blakeway’s Best
Buddies Program. She was one of a number of students who tracked down relatives over the holidays and sent Christmas cards on behalf of homeless people staying at local temporary church shelters and living on Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Virk was standing on a street corner at Main and Hastings, and reached down to pick up an article of clothing when she met Susan, a woman who seemed “a little bit out of it” on first glance but who broke down in tears when Virk offered to track down a family member so she could send a hand-made card. “She was completely taken off guard,” recalled Virk, who then told the woman: “I’m trained on 411 Canada [directory service], I can do it for you. “She looked at me and her eyes, there was so much pain and she started crying,” Virk said. The woman said: “Yeah, there is someone I would like to write to.” Between tears — by now, both were crying — Virk learned Susan had a seven-year-old
son living in foster care whom she hadn’t seen in three years for various reasons, including problems Susan had with drug addiction. “As a mother, she had so much pain,” Virk said, “I could see it.” With little to go on but the caregiver’s first name and place of employment, Virk tracked down the woman who was looking after Susan’s son and sent off the card and a gift of Hot Wheels cars chosen by Virk’s brother, who is also seven. “On the card it said... it was like my Christmas wish is to see you or something like that,” Virk said. Fast forward to Christmas day and Virk was once again on Main and Hastings, this time with her brother, mom and dad. They were handing out socks and gloves they had bought each other instead of a gift, and Virk met Susan again but this time the older woman had a new look and attitude. see ONLINE,, page g 16 6
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She looked happy instead of sad and withdrawn, and she wore a bright white scarf and purple sports jacket that made her look youthful. Virk almost didn’t recognize her. “She’s like, ‘Honestly, that day you gave me that hope and gave me a lot of inspiration because I was never going to do that, reach out,’ ” Virk recalled Susan saying before revealing that she contacted the caregiver and the two met and exchanged photos of the boy. “It was so amazing, she was emphasizing that day made a big impact,
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that it happened for a reason.” Similar stories were shared by other participants in the HELLO program who spent several days during their Christmas holidays tracking down 85 people through Facebook and online phone directories so they could mail the Christmas cards that were made by Heritage Mountain and Coquitlam River elementary school students. Selin Jessa, Grade 10, and another student who participated in the HELLO program, summed up the experience: “It felt like we were putting a family together.” dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
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Elementary schools in School District No. 43 (Coquitlam) invite you and your threeyear-old to your neighbourhood school for an early welcome to the school community. Learn about your neighbourhood school, community resources and early childhood development all at a play based and fun filled event. Community of Schools
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Heritage Mountain – Anmore, Aspenwood, Heritage Mountain, Mountain Meadows, Pleasantside
Thursday, January 20, 2011
5:00 – 6:30 pm
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Westwood Plateau – Bramblewood, Hampton Park, Panorama Heights, Pinetree Way
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
5:00 – 6:30 pm
Pinetree Way Elementary 1420 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam (Gym and Library)
Port Moody – Glenayre, Harbour View, Miller Park, Moody, Porter, Seaview
Thursday, March 3, 2011
5:00 – 6:30 pm
Moody Elementary 2717 St. Johns St., Port Moody (Gym and Library)
Port Coquitlam North – Birchland, Blakeburn, Cedar Drive, Coquitlam River, Irvine, James Park, Leigh
Thursday, March 17, 2011
5:00 – 6:30 pm
James Park Elementary 1761 Westminster Ave., PoCo (Gym and Library)
Coquitlam Center – Eagle Ridge, Glen, Nestor, Walton, Westwood
Thursday, April 7, 2011
5:00 – 6:30 pm
Walton Elementary 2960 Walton Ave., Coquitlam (Gym and Library)
Coquitlam South – Alderson, Lord Baden-Powell, Mountain View, Parkland, Rochester, Roy Stibbs
Thursday, May 5, 2011
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Alderson Elementary 825 Gauthier Ave., Coquitlam (Gym and Library)
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Popular but not ‘trashy’ A GOOD READ Jay Williams
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he inspiration for this column comes from quite a few years ago when I was reading highly readable books that may not be considered high art (I am trying to avoid the use of the word “trashy”). I realized that from the 1930s to the 1970s, each decade has its own. What follows are some must-reads if you want to understand mainstream North American book tastes for the 20th century. The book that kicked it all off is Gone with the Wind. Saying you haven’t heard of this book is like saying you’ve never heard of the Mona Lisa. Margaret Mitchell’s 1936 oeuvre has had a sequel (Scarlett, by Alexandra Ripley, in 1991) and a spinoff ((Rhett Butler’s People, by Donald McCaig, 2007), which are a testament to its power. The story of Scarlett O’Hara won the Pulitzer Prize in 1937. What more can be said about such a legendary book? The Gone with the Wind of the 1940s is Forever Amber by Kathleen Winsor. Published in 1944, it was highly popular at the time but has become less well-known over time. It tells the story of Amber St. Clare, a young woman who uses her wits to become part of the court of King Charles II. It is full of intrigue and, yes, the Black Death makes an appearance. I was never even remotely interested in 18th century England until I read this fascinating historical romance. Amber is an adventuress cut from the same cloth as Vanity Fair’s Becky Sharp. According to Wikipedia, it sold more than 100,000 copies in its first week of release and went on to sell over three million copies. Oh yes, and it was banned in 14 states. In 1956, Grace Metalious’ Peyton Place was published. Reading it is like watching a really good soap opera. The “stories” are set in a small New England town where three main female characters and supporting players appear episodically in this scandal-ridden chronicle. It sold 60,000 copies within the first 10 days of its release and remained on The New York Times bestseller list for 59 weeks. Although the sequel sold well, its success did not approach that of the original. Like the two books above, it was the first one that was the author’s best work.
Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann was published in 1966 and became an instant bestseller. It follows the lives of three women and their relationship with “dolls” — pills. This enthralling book is set against a the backdrop of show business. Some of the characters are based on real people of the time in the entertainment industry. This book has no equal and, once you have finished it, grief may set in because there is nothing else quite like it to read. That said, there is a somewhat sequel (Jacqueline Susann’s Shadow of the Dollss by Rae Lawrence, 2001), which has a somewhat implausible plot but which is true to the spirit of the original. The Thornbirds by Colleen McCullough, published in 1977, is not an American novel, as are the others. McCullough is Australian but the book caught on big time in North America and soon after being published, was made into a television miniseries. It is a family saga about women from three generations of the Cleary clan. Part of the shocker factor for this book was the relationship between Fr. Ralph and Meggie — read it to find out more. The Prince of Tides? The Bridges of Madison County? The Corrections? Perhaps it’s too early to tell what the blockbusters are for the 1980s, ’90s and ’00s. These sorts of books need the test of time. If you have suggestions or opinions about what is the best read of any of these decades, please send them to the Coquitlam Library blog, I Was Told There’d be Cake, at blog@library.coquitlam.bc.ca. And if you are interested in American bestsellers, you might want to have a look at Making the List: A Cultural History of the American Bestseller 1900-1999 by Michael Korda. It encapsulates bestsellers for the 20th century. A Good Read is a column by Tri-City librarians that is published every Wednesday. Jay Williams is a reference librarian at Coquitlam Public Library.
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With one of the pieces in artist Nathania Vishnevskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Remembering Venice series on display at Place des Arts, Babak and Danial Hadady take part in family day Sunday at the Coquitlam arts facility by making masks. For more arts, see pages 27 to 29.
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Workshop on dying – and living – begins next week Tri-City residents facing the death of a loved one can now benefit from an innovative six-session workshop called Making Dying Liveable featuring author John Izzo. Developed and conducted by Fraser Health Tri-Cities Hospice Palliative Care and Crossroads Hospice Society, the workshop series explores the legal, medical, emotional, social and spiritual issues that face patients, caregivers, family members, loved ones and friends. Woven through each session are highlights from Izzo’s book The Five Secrets you Must Discover Before you Die.
The workshop will cover topics such as loss and grief, personal reflections from three families that will share their experiJOHN IZZO ences on living with dying, the medical picture and how to prepare for death, including estate planning, funeral planning. As well, there will be an introduction to the Crossroads Inlet Centre Hospice with an overview of program and services available. The workshop series will
conclude with a one-hour presentation from Dr. Izzo and each participant will receive a copy of his book. The sessions costs $50, non refundable, for all six sessions. To register, call Laurie at 604777-7398. Registration is limited to 25 attendees and is for those 19 and older only. The program runs six consecutive Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m., Jan. 25 to March 1 at the Centre for Health and Community Partnerships, Douglas College, David Lam Campus, Room 1928, 1240 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam.
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Babysitters training next week at Pinetree centre If you have a young person in your house interested in earning some spending money by babysitting, Pinetree community centre is offering a course. The Red Cross certified babysitters training course — open to kids 11 to 18 years old — runs Friday, Jan. 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; topics include safety, child care and feeding, diaper changing and games. Cost is $40 per person and includes
a take-home manual. Also at Pinetree:
CRAFTS & SCIENCE Bring your little ones to Pinetree community centre on Fridays through Feb. 11 from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. for crafts, science and more. Sessions are for kids ages three to five years. To sign up today, call 604-927-4386, visit any Coquitlam Parks, Recreation and Culture Services facility or go to signmeup.coquitlam.ca/signmeup.
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For more information visit www.coquitlam.ca or call 604.927.3000.
Jan 26—Austin Heights Neighbourhood Plan Public Open House Hundreds of community members from the Austin Heights neighbourhood have enthusiastically participated in developing a vision for the future of their neighbourhood. You voiced your commitment to re-energizing the neighbourhood and we now have a draft plan for your consideration. Feedback received from the Public Open House will be used to further refine the draft plan before it is forwarded to Council for consideration of first reading and referral to a Public Hearing in Winter 2011. Time: 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Location: Royal Canadian Legion, 1025 Ridgeway Avenue To view the draft plan please visit: www.coquitlam.ca/austinheights
Feb 5—Grenada’s Annual Independence Celebration Join us for our 12th Annual Fundraising Banquet celebrating Grenada’s independence and raising funds for our different charities. Enjoy a spectacular Caribbean evening with Caribbean and Canadian foods, cultural performances, Caribbean music, dancing, door prizes and raffles. Time: 6:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Location: The Executive Plaza Hotel, 405 North Road Admission: Tickets can be purchased by phone or email Info: 604.942.9618, grenada_assocbc@hotmail.com
Road And Utility Improvements Please use alternate routes to avoid delays.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR THURSDAY, JAN. 20 • PoCo Heritage and Cultural Society meets, 1 p.m., in the Gathering Place in Leigh Square. Topic: show and tell – bring an item or a story of interest to share. Guests welcome. Info: Pippa, 604-927-7611 or www.pocomuseum.org. • Northeast Coquitlam Ratepayers Association meeting, 7 p.m., Victoria Hall, corner of Victoria Drive and Soball Street. New residents welcome. Info: 604-9412462.
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WEDNESDAY, JAN. 26 • Minnekhada Park Association meeting, 7 p.m., in the Lodge at Minnekhada Park, Coquitlam. Attend and hear about activities planned for 2011. Info: Trina 604-5206442. • Rag rug-making sessions, 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. at Mackin House Museum, Coquitlam. Bring your work and enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow ruggers.
THURSDAY, JAN. 27 • PoCo Heritage evening, 7-8 p.m. at the Archives in Leigh Square. Topic: “The Road Less Travelled.” Info: 604927-7611.
TRI-CITY PLACES OF WORSHIP King of Life Lutheran Church
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• Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club hosts “book night” – visitors welcome; stamp swap and shop at 7 p.m., presentation of books after 8 p.m. in the McGee Room at Poirier community centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca or 604-941-9306.
SUNDAY, JAN. 30
• Tri-City Singles Social Club meets, 7:30 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 2513 Clarke St., PoMo. TCSSC is a group of 40+ people who enjoy activities such as walking, theatre, dining, biking, weekend trips and more; membership is $20 a year and meetings are held on the third Friday of each month. New members are welcome. Info: tricityclub@gmail.com, or Marcy, 604-346-9776 or Phyllis, 604-472-0016.
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• Investors Group Walk for Memories event in support of the Alzheimer’s Society of B.C. starts at 1 p.m. at the Port Moody rec complex. Volunteers, donors, sponsors and participants (individuals or teams) can register at www.walkformemories.com or call 604-941-4697 or 1-800-667-3742.
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TUESDAY, FEB. 1 • Irritable bowel syndrome support group meets, 7:30 p.m., Eagle Ridge Hospital, 475 Guildford Way, PoMo (lower level, across from cafeteria) to exchange information, offer one another support and share experiences and coping strategies. If you experience ongoing abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea, you may have IBS. Info: 604-875-4875 or www.badgut.org.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 2 • Hyde Creek Watershed Society monthly meeting, 7:15 p.m., Hyde Creek Education Centre and Hatchery, 3636 Coast Meridian Rd., PoCo; guests welcome. Info: 604-461-3474 or www.hydecreek.org for more details. see XSPDT XSPDT,, page 24
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR continued from page 22 • The 12 Steps – A Spiritual Journey, 7-9 p.m., Northside Foursquare Church, 1477 Lougheed Hwy., PoCo. Registration: 604942-7711. Info: poco@northsidechurch.ca.
SUPPORT GROUPS • Irritable bowel syndrome support group meets monthly in PoMo to exchange information, to offer one another support, and to share experiences and coping strategies. Info: 604-875-4875 or www.badgut.org. • Al-Anon meets Wednesdays, 8 p.m., Como Lake United Church, 535 Marmont St., Coquitlam. Info: 604-688-1716. • TOPS chapters meet weekly at numerous Tri-City locations. For information on group near you: Gail, 604-941-8699. • Recovery International is a self-help, peer-to-peer support meeting for people who struggle with stress, fear, anger, depression, anxiety, panic and nervous symptoms. The goal is to help reduce symptoms by practising cognitive behaviour techniques. There is a group in PoCo. Info: Phyllis, 604-931-5945 or www.recoverycanada.ca. • Crossroads Hospice Society hosts a free walking group for the bereaved, Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Group meets at Crossroads Labyrinth Healing Garden in Pioneer Memorial Park at Ioco Rd. and Heritage Mountain Blvd. Hospice volunteers will be present on the free walk through Rocky Point Park or Orchard Park. Newcomers can register by calling Castine at 604-949-2274. • Christian 12-step group for people with alcohol, drug, and gambling addictions meets at 7:15 p.m. every Monday Coquitlam Presbyterian Church, 948 Como Lake Ave., Coquitlam. Info: 604939-6136 or www.hiscpc.org. • Coquitlam Support Group: Change, Crisis to Creativity meets Thursday evenings. Group meets twice a month to support one another through major changes, including unemployment, family crisis, death, illness, separation/ divorce, empty nest, retirement, etc., and
HELP FOR THE GRIEVING • Have you experienced the death of a loved one and found yourself struggling? Gathering with others who have also experienced a loss is known to be one of the most helpful ways of coping with grief. Sharing your story is important to healthy healing. Crossroads Hospice Society is running closed grief support groups. Registration: call Castine, 604-949-2274. working towards positive, creative lifestyle. Info: Mara, 604-931-7070. • Ending Violence Against Women drop-in group to provide information and support for women who are currently living in, or have lived in, abusive relationships. This group gives women the opportunity to get support from other women, get information on a variety of topics and talk about their experiences in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Child minding is provided free of charge. For more information on participating in this group, call 604-936-3900. • Mood Disorders Association of BC support group meets first and third Monday of each month, Burquitlam Lions Care Centre, 560 Sydney Ave. Info: Ian, 604-417-4604 or Ed, 604-873-0103. MDA PoCo support group meets every other Tuesday, 7:15-9 p.m., New View Society at Elgin House, 205-2248 Elgin Ave., PoCo. Info: Coral, 604-944-7489. MDA is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide support and education for people with mood disorders such as depression, manic depression, anxiety and panic attacks. Families members and friends are welcome. • Fibromyalgia support group meets every fourth Thursday of each month at Dogwood Pavilion, 7 p.m. Info: Joan, 604944-2506.
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SIGN ME UP 2011! Winter is time to learn boat safety In the cold, wet days of winter, spring, summer and the call of the water seems far, far away. But now is the time to educate yourself if you want to boat safely. Volunteers from the Port Moody Power and Sail Squadron launched their spring boating course last week to a classroom full of eager students — and they have room for several more students at the Thursday evening classes. The Canadian Power and Sail Squadron-sanctioned comprehensive boating course is essential for any recreational boater to ensure the safety of themselves, their family and others on the water. The course is not mandatory in B.C. but members of the not-for-profit squadron, who volunteer their time to teach the 13-week boating course, point to the many on-the-water tragedies and injuries that have increased on the province’s waters in recent years as the best testimony for the need to take their boating course.
“We are all avid, experienced, boaters who want to see new boaters get off on the right foot,” said Squadron Bridge member and volunteer training officer Bruce Leavitt says. “Our course helps ensure a safe boating experience for them, their family and friends. “Also, we teach seasoned boaters who have not taken any courses like ours learn a number of new, indispensable tricks.” The course includes an on-the-water practical with numerous squadron members volunteering both their boats and time to assist students. Port Moody Power and Sail Squadron was formed in 1975 and has more than 325 members and 200 boats from throughout the Tri-Cities. The main objective of the organization is to teach safe boating in a warm, social, environment and it offers numerous courses in this regard. The boating course is a prerequisite for membership. For further information, visit www.portmoodypss.com.
Dancing at Dogwood for fun and exercise Dogwood Pavilion, the Coquitlam recreation facility for people 50 and older, can help both singles and couples kick off 2011 by dancing towards fitness. Instructor Kathy Bramley encourages you to get on your dancing shoes and join her in one of her daytime classes. If you like to dance by yourself, without a partner, there is western line dancing offered for a variety of levels from beginners to advanced. As well, Bramley offers a class that combines western, Latin and ballroom all in a line, with no requirement for a partner. For couples, Bramley is introducing a beginners ballroom and Latin dance class. It is the perfect opportunity to bring your partner and learn to waltz, fox trot, quickstep, tango, cha-cha and rumba. To register, call 604-927-6098. Dogwood Pavilion is located at 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam, with the main entrance off of Winslow Avenue, across from Centennial secondary school.
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arents, are you looking for some support? Or perhaps youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re searching for activities for you and your children? Check out the following listings taken from the Parents and Kids section of The Tri-City Newsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Community Calendar: â&#x20AC;˘ Breastfeeding or pregnant and wanting to learn more? Looking for information or help? La Leche League Coquitlam groups offer informal, guided discussions and a chance to connect with other nursing mothers. New meeting location: Family and Community Services, 2615 Clarke St., PoMo. Meetings held second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. Women interested in breastfeeding and their children are invited to free monthly LLL meetings. Info: 604-520-4623 or www.lllc.ca. â&#x20AC;˘ Bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner Preschool is a parent-participation pre-school that offers play-based classes for three- and four-year-olds and is located in Baker Drive elementary school, 885 Baker Dr., Coquitlam. Info: 604-461-5848 or www.bakerscornerpreschool.com. â&#x20AC;˘ Family and Community Services hosts free parent and tot dropâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; in, 9-11:30 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays at Seaview community school, 1215 Cecile Dr., PoMo. This is a free playâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;based program for children up to five years old and their parents/caregivers. Info: Azar, 604â&#x20AC;&#x201C;936-3900. â&#x20AC;˘ Learning Disabilities Association is offering keyboarding for kids program at Miller Park elementary school, tutor training and parent advocacy training. The association also has lending library of books, videos and other materials at the family resource centre at Westwood elementary school, PoCo. Info: 604461-1167. â&#x20AC;˘ Parent and Tot Drop-in: open to parents with children from birth to 5 years old; offers safe and nurturing environment; children learn songs, stories and eat healthy snacks together; parents are full participants; free; open 9-11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Mountain View elementary school, Coquitlam, and 9-11 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Seaview elementary school, PoMo. Info: Arshia, 604-937-6971. â&#x20AC;˘ Tri-City Family Place, a drop in centre for children up to five with their caregivers, is open Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 2062 Manning Ave., PoCo. Info: 604-942-4672. â&#x20AC;˘ Pleasantside Play Pals, a non-profit parent-participation play group for newborns to pre-schoolers at Old Orchard Hall, PoMo; parents/caregivers invited every Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30-11:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Parents and tots gather
to play and learn in a Jewish-themed environment, Burquest Jewish Community Centre, 2680 Dewdney Trunk Rd., Coquitlam. Info: 604-5527221 or info@burquest.org. â&#x20AC;˘ Step By Step Child Development Society family resource room and toy lending library at Harbour View elementary school, 960 Lillian St., Coquitlam, is open Tuesday to Friday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Parent and tot drop-in times are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30-11 a.m. Info: 604-9311977. â&#x20AC;˘ Drop-in for parents/ caregivers and children 5 and younger, 9:30 a.m.12:30 p.m., Wednesdays, Birchland School Family Place, 1331 Fraser St., PoCo. Info: Westcoast Family Resources Society, 604-941-7828. â&#x20AC;˘ ADHD parent support group meets 7-9 p.m., first Tuesday of each month, family resource centre, Coronation Park elementary school, 135 Balmoral Dr., PoMo. â&#x20AC;˘ Autism Tri-Cities information and support group for adults with relatives with autism spectrum disorder. Info: Clair, 604939-5157. â&#x20AC;˘ Coquitlam Play Centre parent participation play group meets, 9:15 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays at Place Maillardville, 1200 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam. Info: 604-936-2303. â&#x20AC;˘ PoCoMo Mothers of Multiples club meets the third Thursday of the month. Info: Brenda, 604937-5534. â&#x20AC;˘ Simon Fraser Society for Community Living hosts Family Support, Education and Networking Group, for families with children with developmental or physical disabilities throughout the school year. For more information, please contact the Family and Individual Support Program at 604525-9494. â&#x20AC;˘ Parents Together is a mutual help group for parents experiencing conflict with their teen(s), meets in PoCo. Info: 604-325-0556. â&#x20AC;˘ Learning Disabilities Association meets the third Thursday of each month at the family resource centre at Westwood elementary school, PoCo, 7-9 p.m.
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Steve Sainas, Terry Fox secondary’s fine arts department head, and Rock School and recording arts teacher, is off to Memphis, Tennessee, this month with Christopher Allen, his bandmate in Mud Dog, to compete in the 27th annual International Blues Challenge and to record at the historic Sun Studios, where Elvis and Jerry Lee Lewis cut their records. JENNIFER GAUTHIER/THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Sainas is Memphis bound Terry Fox music teacher heads Down South to compete in an international blues festival and record at Sun Studios By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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t around 4 a.m. on Aug. 28, 2010, Steve Sainas came home after a gig at the Yale Hotel in Vancouver, sat down in front of the computer and read. The White Rock Blues Society had sent out an email, asking blues’ musicians around the province to enter its talent search at the Rhumba Room in October. Sainas, the fine arts department head at Port Coquitlam’s Terry Fox secondary school, compiled some information about his band, Mud Dog, and pressed send. A month-and-a-half later, Sainas and harmonica player Christopher Allen were on stage, competing against six other shortlisted acts for the showdown title. The duo played four original Delta Blues songs — Three Good Reasons, Step Into The Light, Gastown Bluess and Train n — and won rave reviews. Trouble was, they were three minutes and 10 seconds over the limit and the judges knocked off a point for every 10 seconds they went over their allotted time. Sainas and Allen didn’t know about the regulation so, as the featured band from Seattle performed during the next two hours, they fretted about the penalties. Then the lead singer spoke to the crowd. “Is Mud Dog in the house?” she asked. “You guys are going to Memphis!”
Mud Dog had won the competition by a single point to take the nomination to represent B.C. and Canada at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee, which happens Feb. 1 to 5. Last year, the event was won by a Canadian, a first. Sainas was overjoyed. But the pair soon decided they had to make the most of their time in the birthplace of rock ‘n roll and the blues. They contacted a representative from the legendary Sun Studios and booked a time to record some tracks. And, as luck would have it, they managed to get four hours the night before the 27th annual festival starts, with engineer/producer Matt Ross-Spang at the controls (Ross-Spang worked on John Mellencamp’s No Better Than Thiss album in 2009). Sainas said they plan to lay down 11 songs — an ambitious task, to be sure. “If we do it in one take each, just like we do it live, then it can be done,” the Coquitlam resident said. “But if we have difficulty getting that stage energy in the studio then it could be hard. Sometimes, you get into the studio and it just rolls but sometimes you are chopping wood and it takes everything out of you.” Still, Sainas is no stranger to cutting tracks. Twelve years ago, he met a mentor named Donn Tarris, a folk/rock musician who was doing open mic at the now-defunct Johnny’s Place. Sainas was temporarily filling in for the regular act at the Port Moody eatery, plucking up enough courage to perform solo, when the two struck up a friendship. At that time, Sainas was an English and special education teacher at Fox, struggling to make
Christoper Allen plays harmonica for Mud Dog. ends meet: He had a young family, his wife was out of work and budget cuts loomed for the special ed. department. Tired and frustrated, Sainas found solace in his nighttime gigs, and Tarris offered to help by showing him how to record music. One day, Tarris invited Sainas over to his home, plugged in a couple of microphones and hooked them up to his Mac Book G3. Sainas liked the results and started tinkering around. The next year, Sainas felt he had enough confidence to pitch a new department at Fox called digital recording arts “and that was the beginning of what I’m doing now,” he said. “I look back and think, ‘What would have happened if Donn hadn’t tugged my arm and say, Try this?’” Today, Sainas’ recording arts and Rock School programs are among the most popular courses at Fox, with some Grade 9 to 12 students taking them more than once a year (his Grade 9 son and Grade 11 daughter are also involved).
He sometimes puts his recording arts classes on “auto pilot,” giving them the independence and ability to work on their projects, using Mac Logic Studio software, at their own speed because “in this business, you need to be able to do it yourself. That’s how you get ahead,” Sainas said, noting he recorded half of Mud Dog’s 2003 CD, titled Devil’s Road, in the Fox studio. During his trip to Memphis — what he calls “professional development” — Sainas plans to document the sights and sounds for his students so they, too, can get a feel of the history of The River City. The fact that he’s heading there seems surreal. “It’s a dream come true,” he said. But he’s been too busy to think about it, juggling his teaching duties, Mud Dog gigs, coming to terms with the loss last week of his good friend, Fox football coach Carey Lapa, and the three Rock the Fox shows, put on by his Rock School students. It doesn’t faze him that he’s competing against 82 other solo/duo acts from around the world, nor that he’s playing in venues on the iconic Beale Street in Memphis. Rather, he’s nervous about the details of the trip: the safety of his beloved Dobro guitar on the plane, the cleanliness of the hotel. And he’s concentrating on the set, the same winning one that Mud Dog played in White Rock three months ago. “This time,” he promised, “we won’t go over the time limit.” • The Mud Dog in Memphis fundraiser takes place Jan. 26 from 9 p.m. to 1:15 a.m. at the Yale Hotel (1300 Granville St., Vancouver). Admission is $10 at the door and includes performances by Fandangozz (a ZZ Top tribute band) and the Blue Voodoo.
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Take note, songwriters A group that inspires positivity with TriCity young people will host songwriting workshops starting next month. Youth Matters! is organizing the bi-weekly sessions at The Gathering Place at Leigh Square Community Arts Village in Port Coquitlam, beginning Feb. 3, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Musicians can meet with other local songwriters and share their ideas. Participants are asked to bring a pen, paper and unfinished songs to the event. Refreshments will be available. For more information, contact Robin Chae at 778-990-3290 or youthmatters@live.com.
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Innovative student art 14th annual juried exhibit features pieces from Grade 12 students By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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Above, Gleneagle’s Kaitlin Nagy with Hannah, a clay sculpture of her year-old niece. Below, Xin Yue Zhu, also of Gleneagle, with Fleeing Bird and, at right, Port Moody secondary student Mama Sato’s Marketing Classmate.
A turquoise dragon, an umbrella with ink designs, a manga folding card and faces. These are some of the themes featured by Grade 12 art students for this year’s Emerging Talent XIV that opens Friday at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way). The show, which has traditionally defined the direction of art among Tri-City youth, highlights 79 pieces, with some students — like Xin Yue Zhu, 19, of Gleneagle secondary — having all three of their entries on display. Zhu, who had two works in last year’s exhibit (the Chinese native is repeating Grade 12 for Englishlanguage requirements), said she’s already been accepted to the Art Institute of Chicago in September. She and Kaitlin Nagy, 17, also of Gleneagle, toured the Coquitlam facility on Monday to prepare for the upcoming show and to get a sneak peek at their peers’ pieces. Nagy, who has applied to the Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver, has three artworks in the 14th annual juried exhibit as well: a clay sculpture of her year-old niece, Hannah; a coloured-pencil rendition of Hannah surrounded by four fairies; and a watercolour painting of twin sisters holding hands in the forest, trying to find their individual identities. Having the public view her work “is so emotional for me because it’s my family,” she said, noting her relatives will be at the opening reception on Sunday, which runs from 4 to 6 p.m. • Emerging Talent XIV is open until Feb. 19 (gallery hours are Monday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.). The best artworks will be exhibited this spring at Coquitlam Centre. For more, visit www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca. jwarren@tricitynews.com
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Centaurs avoid shutout in Shootout Hosts drop three straight battles after edging Gleneagle By Larry Pruner THE TRI-CITY NEWS
The hard-luck host team darn near got shutout at last weekend’s Top-Ten Shootout. Key injuries, untimely breakdowns and, above all, first-rate competition relegated the Centennial Centaurs to but a single victory in four games at their prestigious senior girls high school basketball tournament. Having entered the 16-team event ranked No. 10 in the AAA provincial poll, the Cents finished a lowly 11th after falling 78-67 to the honourablemention Maple Ridge Ramblers in their wrap-up game Saturday. Prior to that, the Cents bowed 90-87 Friday to the No. 5 Handsworth Royals of North Vancouver after getting clobbered 87-43 earlier in the day by Victoria’s Claremont Spartans, who came in polled No. 6. The Cents’ lone win came on opening-day Thursday, when they edged their pesky, unheralded Coquitlam rivals, Gleneagle, 63-59 after the Talons were a late fillin for the No. 9 Kelowna Owls, who got sidelined back home due to poor weather and travel conditions. The No. 2 W.J. Mouat Hawks of Abbotsford bounced the No. 1 Brookswood Bobcats of Langley 68-54 in the championship game, with Mouat’s Kayli Sartori nabbing tourney MVP honours. “It was a tough weekend with outstanding competition,” said Centaurs head coach Rob Sollero. “I was hoping our results would have been better [but] it was typical of how we have been playing. We have been very competitive with the top teams, but we are falling a bit short.” Recent injuries to two key players,
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Olivia Aguiar of the Centennial Centaurs goes in for a breakaway lay-up while the Gleneagle Talons’ Brittany Yee gives chase last Thursday during first-round action in the Cents’ illustrious Top-Ten Shootout senior girls high school basketball tournament in Coquitlam. Gleneagle finished ninth among 16 teams, while Centennial settled for 11th spot.
Black Cats connect in OT By Larry Pruner THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Ridge Meadows Flames allege that one of their point blasts with four minutes left in regulation time went through the Port Moody Black Panthers’ net. Subsequently, Joel Hamilton’s shot 36 seconds into overtime went through the Flames’ heart. Hamilton’s powerplay
tally gave host the pack-leadPoMo a 4-3 Pacific ing Abbotsford International Jr. Pilots. ‘B’ hockey league The goal came victory and an after the Flames’ eight-point marapparent tally gin over Ridge was disallowed with a mere 10 HAMILTON wh e n re f e re e re gular-season Brad Kahn games remaining for failed to find a hole in the Cats, who virtually the Cats’ cage webbing, put a lock on at least and with PoMo on a second spot in the five- powerplay that carried team Harold Brittain over into OT after the Conference and moved Flames’ Cory Day was whistled for a slashing within two points of
infraction with 1:39 remaining. The Cats are 7-2-0-1 in their last 10 outings. “It could have gone through the net, I don’t know,” said Cats general manager Ron Luniw, who added he didn’t witness it first hand. “The ref couldn’t find a hole in the netting and disallowed it. That’s the way the game goes. see HOCKEY GODS, page 31
Riverside Rapids and the Elgin Park Orcas –– two perennial senior girls high school basketball powers –– collided for the 22nd time in the last five years Saturday. This time, it was the Rapids’ turn to persevere. Laiken Cerenzie canned 16 points as the Rapids prevailed 57-54 over their South Surrey rivals in the championship game of the Bob Carkner Memorial Classic tournament in Steveston. The modest point-difference was a tad surprising, given the Rapids entered the event rated No. 3 in the B.C. AAA poll, while the Orcas came in unranked. “All Elgin/Riverside games are battles,” offered Rapids head coach Paul Langford, whose quick, under-sized squad blitzed Richmond’s McMath
Wildcats 72-34 in their opening affair before blasting the Van Tech Talismen 82-46 in the semifinals. “We were terrible shooting the ball [against the Orcas] and, when that happens, we’re in big trouble.” Denise Spacek was the only other Rapid to score double digits in the final, draining 13, while Natalie Carkner and Katie Woo netted nine and eight points respectively for the winners. Carkner was named tourney MVP, while Cerenzie and Woo were chosen to the all-star unit. Against Van Tech, Carkner paced the Rapids with 18 points, followed by 15 from Spacek and 14 from Woo. Versus McMath, Michelle Spacek led Riverside by tossing in 18 points, with Carkner adding 16 and Megan Sherwood 10.
Coq. crews to hit Cowichan Both a boys and girls team will represent Coquitlam Curling Club at the B.C. Juvenile provincial championships slated for March 3-6 in Lake Cowichan on Vancouver Island. Comprising the Team Styba boys rink are skip Mitchell Styba, third Justin Medwind, second Dylan
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U18 Synergy in sync Melanie Prentice converted a through ball from Kayla Mobilio with two minutes remaining to boost the Coquitlam Metro-Ford Synergy to a 2-1 triumph over the Semiahmoo Wave in a girls Under-18 Gold soccer contest Sunday at South Surrey Athletic Park. Synergy trailed 1-0 at halftime before Kaitlyn Ahonen tied the game on a breakaway midway through the second.
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Tamara Jaska (9) of the Tri-City Predators finds a gaping net versus goalie Jessica Thompson and a North Shore Avalanche teammate during a Bantam 2 female hockey game Sunday at PoCo Rec Centre. The Preds prevailed, 5-2.
‘Hockey gods’ gather in PoMo “I remember two weeks ago when we were in Mission [playing the Icebreakers] and, after we were up 3-0, they tied it when a shot hit our crossbar and dropped down in the goal crease. I was standing right [in line with] the goal-line and it didn’t go in, but the ref said it did. Those are the breaks.” Said Flames GM and head coach Tavis Eaton: “The puck went through the net and out the other side. I saw it, our guys saw it, but the referee didn’t. But those things happen.
Fox fierce in wrestling Kristi Roots of the Terry Fox Ravens powered her way to a gold medal at the Western Canada Age Class high school wrestling tournament last weekend in Kamloops. Roots won all four of her matches via pins in her 75 kg Juvenile weight division. Other Ravens to claim gold were Kyle Sagmoen (110 kg Cadet) and Mitch Alford (69 kg Cadet). Alana White (82 kg Juvenile) earned silver, along with Kieren M i l t o n ( ove r- 8 2 k g Juvenile), while Marko Bevanda (92 kg Cadet) and Michelyn Bell (over82 kg Juvenile) earned bronze. More than 600 grapplers from B.C., Alberta and Saskatchewan competed in the meet.
“It’s tough because it probably would have won us the game. I guess the hockey gods were not on our side that night.” Port Moody jumped out to a 2-0 lead before the game was five minutes old on goals by Jackson Hewitt and Trevor Kang. After the Flames battled back to knot the count 2-2 early in the second frame, Ryan Hankin put the Cats up 3-2 with a powerplay strike at the 5:56 mark. Again the F lames didn’t buckle, trying the score 3-3 on a shorthanded marker from Dustin Cervo midway
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through the second, with the second half of regulation time going scoreless. The heroic goal by the PoCo-product Hamilton tied him for the team lead in that category with Trevor Kang, both with 18. Hamilton was one of four Cats to skate in Monday’s PIJHL all-star contest in Abbotsford, along with Chris Stew, Ryan Panichelli and Brandon Millin. Kang was also selected to play in the glitter game but could not due to school commitments. The Shaw team beat the Brittain unit, 15-14 in OT. The Cats play three
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Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.
Make it yours. Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.bc.ca
Five Star Building Maintenance has immediate F/T openings (daytime only) for experienced & enthusiastic Building Managers. You have the experience & knowledge to perform administrative duties & co-ordinate activities related to managing buildings. You are knowledgeable about janitorial cleaning routines. You have the ability to communicate with building residents, co-workers & the general public in a pleasant and courteous manner and are able to work alone or with others. We offer attractive wages including comprehensive health & dental benefits.
Please email your resume to careers@fivestarbc.ca or fax to 604-435-0516.
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HELP WANTED
The following routes are now available to deliver the NEWS in the Tri-City area: #8158 304-409 Dartmoor Dr 2500-2519 Penhurst Crt 2603-2688 Rogate Ave #9878 500-1528 Greenstone Crt 2620-2642 Marble Crt 2610-2641 Pamorama Dr #8154 2270-2498 Latimer Ave 2251-2498 Warrenton Ave #8518 1370-1440 Cambridge Dr (even) 1305-1427 Foster Ave 656-669 Gatensbury St 1507 Grover Ave 649-651 Schoolhouse St #6062 802-1274 Alderside Rd (even) #6002 3313-3375 Dewdney Trunk Rd 101-102 Fraser St
#8111 1900-2080 Austin Ave (even) 1901-2087 Edgewood Ave 407-483 Glenholme St 411-496 Midvale St 395-495 Montgomery St 1904-1912 Rhodena Ave #6058 421-450 Campbell Rd 408-412 Elm St (even) 1-11 Harbour Pl 409-585 Ioco Rd 10-30 Mercier Rd 463-541 San Remo Dr 423-433 Sentinel Rd #9023 2701-2717 Anvil Green 738-788 Cannon Green 2609-2698 Fortress Crt 2603-2698 Fortress Dr 806-868 Musket Terr
The Shortest Path To Your Business Career Train today for: • Paralegal • Accounting & Payroll • OÏce Administration • Legal Admin Assistant and more.... Most programs are One Year or less Get practical training from experienced business professionals
#8762 1200-1235 Burkemont Pl 1200-1232 Coast Meridian (even) #8649 560-591 Carmen Crt 2160-2365 King Albert Ave 560-591 Orkney Crt #8310 401-427 Ashley St 701-764 Dansey Ave 408-436 Donald St 650-779 Rochester Ave #6015 301 Klahanie Dr OTHER ROUTES NOT LISTED MAY BE AVAILABLE. PLEASE CALL TO ENQUIRE. If you live on or near one these routes and you are interested in delivering the papers please call Circulation
@ 604-472-3042 and quote the route number. ENSIGN ENERGY SERVICE INC. is looking for experienced Drilling Rig, & Coring personnel for all position levels. Drillers, Coring Drillers $35. - $40.20.; Derrickhands $34., Motorhands $28.50; Floorhands, Core Hands, Helpers $24. $26.40. Plus incentives for winter coring! Telephone 1-888-ENSIGN-0 (1-888-367-4460). Fax 780-9556160. Email: hr@ensignenergy.com.
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Manufacturers SALES Representative Terms of employment: Permanent, Full Time. Salary: To be negotiated, Commissions, Benefits. Start Date: As soon as possible. Experience: 3-5 years experience in the building industry. You should have a working knowledge of the window and door industry. Duties: Chosen candidate will have to work in a fast paced environment, work well with others; pay close attention to detail, meet targets and deadlines on a monthly basis. You will be required to have a dependable vehicle and be willing to travel regularly. Present our vast supply of products to new and existing clients, prepare and administer sales contracts, provide client input to design and product, resolve product and service related items. How to Apply: By email: nealt@westeckwindows.com By fax: 604-792-6714 (Attn: Neal) Our Website: www.westeckwindows.com Star Fleet Trucking HIRING! DRIVERS, FARMERS, RANCHERS & RETIREES needed with 3/4 Ton or 1-Ton pickup trucks to deliver new travel trailers & fifth wheels from US manufacturers to dealers throughout Canada. Free IRP plate for your truck and low insurance rates! Pref. commercial Lic. or 3 yrs towing exp. Top Pay! Call Craig 1-877-8904523 www.starfleettrucking.com
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Want to advance your career? Drillers Assistants (labour) Entry level positions Job entails: Lift 25-100lbs, repetitive manual labor, working outdoors, long hours, travel in BC, strong work ethic, team player, multitasking, self-motivated. Ability to take direction, valid BC drivers license, clean abstract, reliable transportation. Mechanically inclined an asset. Provide resume and drivers abstract to: careers@mudbaydrilling.com or fax to 604-888-4206. No phone calls.
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EXPERIENCED MOA required immediately for a busy specialist office. Profile experience an asset. Please fax or e-mail resume & cover letter to: 604-526-2279 or appointments@jointdocs.ca.
Dewdney Trunk, M. Ridge Behind Max Gas Station 10am-8pm. Sun & Holidays 12-6.
Please fax resume to the office manager at (604) 936-2751.
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AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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Kristy 604.488.9161
A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1866-884-7464.
142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS Expedia Cruise Center, Port Coquitlam office requires outgoing energetic individual for regular P/T or F/T receptionist/administration duties. Simply accounting would be an asset. Please email resume to: cadam@ cruiseshipcenters.com
HEALTH PRODUCTS
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#7 - 20306
EXCAVATOR OPERATORS. Insite Servicing & Utilities ground work. Hardworking & exp’d. 604-465-4718 Experienced and hardworking. Please call 604-465-4718.
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ATTENTION DIABETICS with Medicare. Get a FREE Talking Meter and diabetic supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, this meter eliminates painful finger pricking! Call 888449-1321
604-460-8058
LABOURERS
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Coquitlam Herbal relaxation body care. Private. 778-355-9352 or 778839-6583. In hotel service. Meena.
Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, customized menus tailored to your function! q Dinner Parties q Executive Meetings q Family Gatherings q Weddings / Banquets q B-B-Ques q Funerals We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
SERVER/BARTENDERS - P/T & F/T required at Lougheed Village Bar & Grill. Must have Experience. Fax Resume: 604-421-0365 Email: villagepub@lougheedapartments.ca
The successful candidate will assist Canadian vendors in selling property to Europeans and will assist prospective European buyers in purchasing Canadian real estate (and vice versa). The job will be located in Coquitlam, B.C. The successful candidate must be willing to sign a minimum 12 month contract. Salary to be at $4,000 per month on a full-time basis (40 hours per week). Start date will be as soon as possible. MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees Needed! Drs & Hospitals need Medical Office & Medical Admin staff! No Experience? Need Training? Local Career Training & Job Placement also Available! 1-888-778-0459
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F/T Cook(Coq) Hamjibak 3-5 years exp. Prepare Korean Chinese cuisine. $17-20/hr. Tel. 604-461-1237
With experience in dealing with Canadian clients in Europe and European clients in Canada. Must be able to communicate in both English and a major western European language (preferably German).
WANTED: Experienced oilfield truck drivers. Full time position. Must have valid oilfield tickets. Call 306-297-2861 or fax resume to 306-297-3039.
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HELP WANTED
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
VINYL DECK INSTALLER Req’d Full-Time. Must be qualified. Please call 604-572-6535
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
JASMINES RELAXATION TOUCH Pain/ Stress Relief. Country Setting *Easy Prkg *7Days. 778-888-3866
*Historical performance does not guarantee future returns. $500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660 www.moneyprovider.com. AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS will lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
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SALES
50%+ COMMISSION. FT or PT. Market EZTirematch.com website benefits and services. No upfront fees. EZTirematch.com for details.
MAJOR Appliance Repairs to All Makes JIM PUGH Owner/Technician 30 Yrs+ Experience 3755 Bracewell Court, Pt Coq. Pgr: 669-6500 #4909
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APPLIANCE REPAIRS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 278 FURNITURE REFINISHING
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Service to all Makes of Appliances & Refrigeration. Work Guaranteed
LARIC FURNITURE REFINISHING
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- ANTIQUES, HOME & OFFICE FURNITURE - RESTORATION & REPAIRS Free Estimates, Pick-up & Delivery
CLEANING SERVICES
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Clean to Perfection. Reliable & Honest, Lic’d & Insured. Free window cleaning. 778-840-2421. CLEANING SERV. European exp, trustworthy, exc ref’’s, bondable. Free Est Alexandra 604-942-5024.
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GARDENING
House & Apartment Cleaning
AUGUSTINE Composted W Bright W Nuggets Garden Blend & Lawn Blend Topsoil
APPLE COMPUTER Services. Setup, Upgrades, Troubleshooting, Consulting. On-site service. www.jwittur.com 604-809-1410 Jay
Prompt Delivery Available
Seven Days a Week
Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd. ✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Grave ✶ Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶ Pea Gravel
465-1311
CONCRETE & PLACING NO JOB TOO SMALL
Serving Lower Mainland 23 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Retaining Walls *Stairs *Driveways Exposed Aggregate & Stamped Concrete ***ALSO... Interlocking Bricks &Sod Placement -Excellent Ref’s -WCB Insured
LEO: Mobile #657-2375, 462-8620
✶Dump Site Now Open✶ D Broken Concrete RocksD $21.00 Per Metric Ton D Mud Dirt Sod ClayD $21.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds $56.00 Per Ton
Meadows Landscape Supply (604)465-1311
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Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
UNIQUE CONCRETE DESIGN F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured
778-231-9675, 778-231-9147 FREE ESTIMATES
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DRYWALL
45 Years in the drywall trade. All size jobs boarding, taping, spraying. Big or small. Wayne 778-242-2060 ARCO DRYWALL Ltd. Board, Tape Texture, Frame. New & Reno’s. 20 yrs exp, free est Mike 604-825-1500 COMPLETE DRYWALL SERVICE, res/com. ref’’s. reno’’s, reasonable rates. All work guaranteed. 604941-8261, cell 778-999-2754. FRANKS Drywall *Boarding*Taping *Spraying no job too sm. Seniors rts Free ests. 604-939-7029, 809-1945 PROFESSIONAL Drywall & Taping, all textures. Big/small projects. Best Prices in Town. 604-970-1285 Taping & Finishing, small boarding jobs, textured ceilings, respray. 30 years exp. Call Del 604-505-3826
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ELECTRICAL
DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded. 24 hr service. We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! 30 yrs exp. Free est. 460-8867. REISINGER Electrical (#102055) Bonded, Specializing in Renos, New Const, (Comm./Res.)Free Est 25 Yrs Exp. 778.885.7074 Trent YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE PEDRO’S GENERAL CONTRACTING & DRAINAGE. ✶ Pipelining, backfilling, landscaping, water lines & more. ✶ Hardworking, reliable & reasonable rates. 604-468-2919. Rick’s Bobcat Service. Leveling, Back filling, Trucking reas. rates.778-355-2978, 604-290-2978
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FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS
POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin. Repairs, Staining. Free Est.. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-468-4117. TILESETTING Great Rates Ticketed Journeyman 25 years exp. Brent 604-727-1925
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MOVING & STORAGE
GUTTER CLEANING & repairs. (Res & Strata). Prompt Service. Grants Home Maint. 604-936-2808.
$30 / PER HOUR - ABE MOVING *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
GUTTER CLEANING
AFFORDABLE MOVING
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Local & Long Distance
604-724-6373 GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627
M.T. GUTTERS PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 32 Years Exp. Free Estimates.
PLUMBING
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✔ ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS Call Niko Plumbing Ltd. 24/7. Res/Com, clogged drains. h/w tanks. ★15 yrs exp. 604-837-6640 A-Grade Plumbing Heating & Drainage. Lic’d local plumber / gas fitter. Free est. Guar’d work 778.881.7598
PET SERVICES
WHOLESALE PET GROOMING, Supplies and Equipment WWW.HSAPETSUPPLIES.COM Sharpening & Repair Service.
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PETS
AMERICAN PITT BULL puppies. 1 F, 4 M. 1st shots, vet checked. Born Dec. 16. $600. 604-729-8549 BERNESE Mountain Dog Puppies. Vet checked & ready for good homes.$850.Langley.778-241-5504 BLACK LAB PUPS, exc lines, vet chkd, 1st shots, dewormed, ready now, $500. (604)945-8999.
NEED PLUMBING? Dan’s Your Man! Lic’d & Insured. Free Est. Dan @ 604.418.6941 STARGATE PLUMBING. Resident. reno’s services & repairs. Free estimates, reliable. 604-512-4021
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
Boston Terrier pups, to good home, vet chkd, 2nd shots, great w/kids, health guar. $800 & up (604)845-4390
CANE CORSO puppies, 13 weeks, shots, dewormed, vet checked, ready to go. $1500. 604-825-5124 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 856-4866 CHIHUAHUAS PUPPIES, 2 months old with first shots. 3 short hair and 1 long hair. Call 604-750-0433
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10 Ton Trucks Insured ~ Licenced ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
604-537-4140
Professional Installation 5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Soffit 28 YRS EXP. *FULLY INSURED
Cleaning & Repairing Call Tim 604-612-5388
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EZ GO MOVERS Quick & Reliable Movers
From $48/per
604-580-2171
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt stes, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, reroof. Dhillon 604-782-1936. ❞ A ALL RESIDENTIAL ❞ * Electrical * Plumbing * Heating * Painting * Carpentry * Tile Work Exc. Rates, Senior Disc. Work guar. Since 1986. Ken 604-418-7168
ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS 35 YEARS Carpenter Experience HANDYMAN Call Don 604-462-8905 Cell 604-880-4904
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“JUST A GREAT JOB!”
Robert J. O’Brien
604-728-5643
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PRO ✶ ACC PAINTING LTD ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
- Est. 1989 F WCB, Insured, Licensed F Free Estimates F Many References F All Types of Painting
NO JOB TOO SMALL! Renovations/Repairs/Building Emergency services available! S Bathrooms S Basements S Suites S Decks / Sheds S Plumbing S Flooring / Tiles S Electrical S Interior Designing
Gary 604-690-7JNL (7565) “Family Owned & Operated in the Tri-Cities”
RUBBISH REMOVAL Bobcat/dump trailer. hoot&owl@telus.net Gary 604-339-5430.
RECYCLE-IT! #1 EARTH FRIENDLY JUNK REMOVAL
604.587.5865
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SNOWCLEARING
~~~ SNOW REMOVAL ~~~ Bobcat & ATV Plow, salting, fully insured., WCB. 24 hours, Free Est. (778)231-9675, (778)231-9147 Getting a job couldn’t be easier!
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
SUNDECKS
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APPLIANCES
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Rebuilt*Washer*Dryer*Fridge*Stove Up to 1 Yr Warranty. Trade-in Avail.
Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing, gates. 604-782-9108 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
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TREE SERVICES A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports
Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $
ABC TREE MEN ✶ Pruning & Shaping ✶ Tree Removal ✶ Stump Grinding
☎ 604-521-7594 ☞ 604-817-8899
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MOVING FINAL SALE
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everything must go ~ cheap, cheap, cheap!
& Decking 604-462-8528, 218-9618
Sat Jan 22nd, 12noon-3pm. 343 Laurentian Cres.
PAVING/SEAL COATING
ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.
PLUMBING
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 1 Call Does it All - 2 OLD GUYS PLUMBING & HEATING, Repairs, Reno’s, H/W Tanks. 604-525-6662. $38/HR!Clogged drains,drips,garbs sinks, Reno’s toilets. No job too small! Lic’d/insured. 778-888-9184
GARAGE SALES
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SEASIDE PAINTING
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EXTRA CHEAP
Rubbish Removal Almost for free! (778)997-5757, (604)587-5991
CKC reg p/b lab puppies for sale! M/F, chocolate & yellow. $650. Family raised, vet check, 1st shots, deworming, reg. papers & microchip. Your new best friend is ready to go Feb 3. 604-595-2956 DOBERMAN Excel temp, pure bred unreg., dew claws, tails, first shots M$1000 F$900 (604)814-3141 DOBERMAN PUPPIES 8 wks/old, 1st shots, CKC Registration. $850. 604-575-8291 or 604-996-7533. MALTESE PUPS: 2 males, Incl 1st shots, vet checked, dewormed, dep will hold. $800. firm 604-464-5077. MINI SCHNAUZER pups, 1st shots, dewormed, tails docked vet ✓ $750/ea. Call 604-657-2915. NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com PRESA CANARIO 3 mo. old fem., dog, vet ✔, all shots, great temperament, great guard dog. Maple Ridge, $600. 604-880-2608. PRESA CARNIO MASTIFF X, 10 week old F, 1st shots & dewormed $400 to family home 604-857-4748 SHIH TZU CROSS puppies, family raised. vet ✔ & 1st shots. Avail. late Jan. $500 + 604-746-9332
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Mathias 604-313-5530
Dean 604-834-3076
RUBBISH REMOVAL
#1 DUMP YOUR JUNK No job too small.On time every time 604-939-0808 D 604-649-4339 LOW COST RUBBISH REMOVAL For your Lowest Prices. 7 days a week. Isaac (604)727-5232
BUILDING SALE... “ROCK BOTTOM PRICES!” 25x30 $6200. 30x40 $9850. 32x60 $15,600. 32x80 $19,600. 35x60 $17,500. 40x70 $18,890. 40x100 $26,800. 46x140 $46,800. OTHERS. Doors optional. Pioneer MANUFACTURERS DIRECT 1-800-668-5422. MARGRANITE INDUSTRY, one of Canada’s largest distributors of granite and marble for countertops and cladding, now has 2 SHOWROOMS. Each location is set up to allow customers to easily view over 280 different full size slabs. Our showrooms are located at 2820 Ingleton Avenue, Burnaby and 19135 94th Avenue, Surrey. The hours of operation for both locations are Mon. to Fri. (8 - 5) and Sat. (9 - 4) . Please check our website at www.ceramstone.com for more information on all of our products and services. STEEL BUILDINGS PRICED TO CLEAR - Incredible end-of-season factory discounts on various models/sizes. Plus FREE DELIVERY to most areas. CALL FOR CLEARANCE QUOTE AND BROCHURE 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.
Big & Small Jobs Welcome!!
Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more * 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE* INSURED ~ WCB
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CHINSE SHAR PEI pups. House raised. Well socialized. Vet chek’d., shots. Avail. now. 604814-0038
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HOME RENO’S
Home Renovations and New Construction
Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
2 HUNGRY PAINTERS & Power Washing. Low prices. Int/Ext. Man & wife 75 years combined exp. 604.467.2532 twohungrypainters.ca INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING, *Tiling, *Pressure Washing, *Misc Repairs. Call Brian 604-936-8966. MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
*BATHROOMS *KITCHENS *ADDITIONS *REMODELING *SUNDECKS *BASEMENTS, etc 20+ yrs exp., insured/guaranteed
MISC. WANTED
I am a private Coin Collector. I’d like to buy your Coins and Collections. Pls call Chad 604-377-5748
ACREAGE
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SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
NO Headaches NO Surprises NO Excuses
MISC. FOR SALE
100% Guaranteed Omaha Steaks SAVE 64% on the Family Value Collection. NOW ONLY $49.99 Plus 3 FREE GIFTS & right-to-the-door delivery in a reusable cooler, ORDER Today. 1-888-702-4489 mention code 45069SVD or www.OmahaSteaks.com/family23 CAN’T Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-5991. SEND FLOWERS to your Valentine! Starting at just $19.99. Go to www.proflowers.com/Cherish to receive an extra 20% off your order or Call 1-888-587-0771. WINE OF the Month Club. Send the gift of wine all year long! 2 Bottles each month from award-winning wineries around the world. Call 888-751-6215 and get FREE SHIPPING!
REAL ESTATE
MISC SERVICES
GET RESULTS! Post a classified in a few easy clicks. Best value. Reach further, pay a fraction of the cost. www.communityclassifieds.ca or 1-866-669-9222.
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HERFORT CONCRETE
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PETS
465-5193 317
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LANDSCAPING
Bark Mulch Products
COMPUTER SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 INTERIORS: Baths (renos/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc. EXPERIENCED IN OVER 30 LINES OF WORK! * Quality work * Prompt Service * Fair prices For positive results Call Robert SERVICE CALLS WELCOME
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Professional Cleaning, 12 Yrs exp. (non-toxic clean supplies provided) $25/hr. Elena @ 604-552-5518.
HOME REPAIRS If I can’t do it It can’t be done
Specialists in:
CLEANING SPECIAL Rates as low as $60/mo. Price incl. cleaning supp. Free estimates. We also clean carpets. Call A-TECH Services at 604-230-3539
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
552 Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certifi ed Arborist Free Estimates * Fully Insured
GARDEN EQUIPMENT ***RAIN BARRELS***
45 Gallons, 1 piece lid with clamp, air tight. $15/each. Free delivery for multiples. Ph: Brad 778-232-8329
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MEDICAL SUPPLIES
CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-981-6591.
Own 20 Acres $129/mo. $13,900 Near Growing El Paso, Texas (safest city in America!) Low down, no credit checks, owner financing. Free Map/Pictures. 866-254-7755 www.sunsetranches.com.
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COQUITLAM. Comfortable 2 bdrm condo with southern view, wood f/p, ceramic & laminate, 2 u/g prkg. Nr amenities. $188,900. 778-229-4156
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RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO COQUITLAM CENTRE
“Raphael Towers” 1 Bdrm & Den $950/mo *IN-SUITE W/D *GARBURATOR *ONSITE MANAGER *BEHIND COQ. CTR. MALL
604-944-2963 COQUITLAM:
GARDEN COURT HOUSING CO-OP 2865 Packard Ave. Now accepting applications for 1 bdrm apt. Share purchase req’d.
604-464-4921 COQUITLAM
Lougheed Mall Skytrain, 5 min walk 1 & 2 Bdrm & 2 Bdrms Split Level Units Avail. Call 604-931-2024 www.aptrentals.net COQUITLAM
Nice, well maintained studio, 1 and 2 bdrm. Fridge and stove. Balcony. Heat, hot water and 1 parking stall included. Nice location in Coquitlam just off Lougheed in quiet cul-de-sac. Please call Nova for viewing at 604-767-9832 535 - 555 Shaw Avenue (google map) (yahoo map)
HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOUSES
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ARIZONA BUILDING LOTS FULL ACRES AND MORE! Guaranteed Owner Financing. No Credit check. $0 down - 0 interest. Starting @ just $99/mo. USD. Close to Tucson’s Intl. Airport. Hear free recording at 800-631-8164 Code 4001 or visit www.sunsiteslandrush.com.
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MORTGAGES
BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt consolidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs.Let Dave Fitzpatrick, your Mortgage Warrior, simplify the process!1-888-711-8818 dave@mountaincitymortgage.ca
639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES Land of Orchards, Vineyards & Tides in Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live! Work! Bring Business! Free Brochure - Website: www.kingsrda.ca Email: mmacdonald@kingsrda.ca Toll-free: 1-888-865-4647. SELL YOUR home on MLS for ONLY $599 with Professional Photos! Visit www.JustListedBC.com or contact Shawna 604-839-8154 or sold@justlistedbc.com We are Rated The Number 1 Flat Fee MLS Listing Provider in BC!
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Coquitlam/Port Moody
St. John’s Apartments 2010 St. John’s St, Port Moody Cozy apts easy access to SFU. 1 & 2 bdrms from $720. Close to schools, transit, Barnet Beach & park. View suites of Burrard Inlet. U/g pkg, laundry room. For more info & viewing call
Dragan 778-788-1845
Hyland Manor 751 Clarke Rd, Coquitlam Beautiful, large, 1 & 2 bdrm stes from $750. Close to Lougheed Mall, transit, parks shopping. Nestled in a park like setting, a must see. Parking, laundry room. For more info & viewing call
Dragan 778-788-1845
Cedar Grove Apartments 655 North Rd, Coquitlam Fab location close to everything. 1 bdrm suites avail. Mins from Lougheed Mall, Skytrain Shopping & parks. Bus station right in front. Parking and Laundry room. For more info & viewing call
Beata 778-788-1840 Professionally Managed by Gateway Property Management
TOWNHOUSES
PORT COQUITLAM LINKS New Price $384,900 2 Bed+Den Townhouse 2 parking Info @ www.kirkwoodteam.com Call Brian 604-8346262 today!!
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
www.dannyevans.ca
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
RENTALS 706
COQUITLAM nr L’heed mall/skytrain, 533 Cottonwood, reno’d, adult bldg, quiet, n/p, gated prkg, video surveillance, 1 bdrm $780, incl heat, h/w, Jan. 1, Crime-Free, Cert. 604-937-7812 www.greatapartments.ca
COQUITLAM
Welcome Home ! 1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.
Call (604) 931-2670
APARTMENT/CONDO
BURNABY
MAPLE PLACE TOWERS 1 Bdrm Apts starting at $950 2 Bdrm Apts starting at $1200 Heat and hot water included. Dishwasher, fridge, stove, balcony, shared laundry. Avail Immed. Close to amen, schools and mall.
Call 604-421-1235 www.aptrentals.net COQUITLAM: 1 bedroom. $740. 2 bdrm. $840. Avail. Feb. 1. Balcony. Near SFU, Skytrain, Lougheed Mall. N/P. N/S. 1-604-939-4155 COQUITLAM: 2 bdrm 2 bath brand new, 948sqft Lincoln/Pipeline (Windsor Gate), insuite W/D, s/s appliances, $1300/month. 1 yr term. Linda 604-761-7226 COQUITLAM 947 sq/ft apartment. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, insuite laundry, dishwasher, alarm system, underground parking. Near Coquitlam Centre, 105-175 Heffley Crescent. $950/mo. Contact Luis at 604-468-7677 or 604-999-4193.
COQUITLAM (West) 1 BEDROOMS SUPER LOCATION - Blue Mtn. & Austin. Near Lougheed Mall, Shops and Bus. ***** WELL MAINTAINED ***** E Large apts E Security Camera E Onsite Caretaker E N/pets E N/s
Call: 604-936-4774 or 604-889-8534, 604-931-4648
Devonshire Housing Co-op 22170 Dewdney Trunk Road
604-463-4568
2 Bdrm, 2 bath, avail Immed, 3 appl’s ~ laundry hk-up, new carpet ~ new paint. $886/mo. $2000 for shares. No subs, credit check. PORT COQUITLAM: 2 bdrm apt. $775/mo. Quiet family complex. No pets. Call 604-464-0034.
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APARTMENT/CONDO
GARIBALDI Court (604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge Available March 2 BEDROOM Great location for seniors!
Clean, quiet & affordable! Incl. heat, h/w, cable. Senior Move-In Allowance.
Rrefs & Credit check req. Sorry No Pets For more info. google us.
Maple Ridge REDUCED 1 & 2 bdrms motel kitchen suites. Clean, non-smoking, no pets, secure and includes coin laundry, free wireless internet & maid service. Also full service RV sites. (604)463-9718
MOVE IN BONUS 1 BR CORNER APARTMENT in quiet bldg Avail. Feb 1. $725 Incl hot water & parking. N/P $200 Move-in Bonus. Near SFU & Lougheed Mall.
RENTALS 709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
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COQUITLAM warehouse, 175 Schoolhouse St. 3,579 - 5,900 sq ft. Call Rachel 604-633-2888. PORT MOODY. St. John’s St. 600 sq ft office space. $1300/mo + hst. Avail immed. Phone 604-4699100 leave message.
COQUITLAM, W.W. Plateau. New, lrg 3 bdrm, sep entry, bright/spac kit & fam/rm, 1500 sq.ft., all appls, nr amens. NS/NP. $1375/mo incl utils. Avail Feb 15th. (604)941-8109 NEW 2 Bdrm 1200 sq ft for immediate rental. 8 min walk to Lougheed Skytrain. Call 604-562-9667 for more info. PITT Meadows 1300 s/f, 2 bd, h/w tile 5 appl new bthrm $975 + utils. Feb.1. Cat OK. N/S. 604-724-6373 PORT COQ. Cozy 1 bdrm, grnd M. Nr bus/amens. $800/m incls utils/net/cbl & sec alrm. New appl f/s, f/p. Shared Indry, prkg. Avail imm. Ns/np. Refs 604-941-7396 PORT COQUITLAM, Mary Hill area, bach. suite, $650 incl utils. NS/NP,avail immed. 604-785-5962. PORT COQUITLAM north. Newer 2 bdrm. $850 incl heat & hydro. NS/NP. Avail now. 604-941-6843. PORT COQUITLAM - Suite 1661 Fraser Ave. Updated 3 BR 2 Bath; 1200 sf; lndry; $1350 NOW Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666 PORT MOODY - 2 Br 1 bth Above Grnd Newly Reno’d, in-suite laundry 1100 sq.ft, private entrance $1075 incl. utils/internet/cable N/S,N/P 604-309-1244 PORT MOODY. Bright 1 bdrm $700 + 20% utils. Free lndry, nr Newport Village. NP/NS. Call 604-469-9402.
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HOMES FOR RENT
ANMORE 2 bd rancher, 1900 s/f. 2 bath, cln, reno’d, level acreage, 5 appl, f/p, dbl gar, patio. Nr Pomo/ Coq Ctr, Bunzen Lk. 778-688-6622 COQUITLAM, New Horizon, newly reno’d 3 bdrm, 2 level, 1900 sf, nr. Pinetree Sec., NS/NP, Immed, $1850/mth. Call (604) 760-6372. PORT COQUITLAM - Rancher 1582 Angelo Ave, 2 BR; 1 Bath 1200 sf; lndry; yard $1350 NOW Peak Prop. Mgmt 604-931-8666 PORT MOODY 4 bdrms, approx 3000 s/f, unfin bsm’t, n/s n/p. Ref’s req. $2,100/mo. Avail now. 778288-7070 or oldcut@hotmail.com. WESTWOOD PLATEAU - Suite 2922 Valleyvista Dr. Reno’d 2 BR 1 Bath; 1100 sf; lndry; $1100 Now Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666
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OFFICE/RETAIL
BEAUTY SALON for lease or rent. Kingsway, Port Coquitlam. For more info call 604-866-8182.
604-721-9020
COQUITLAM Centre Area
www.apt4rent.ca
NORTH PORT COQUITLAM One bedroom w/fp & studio avbl now New paint, Lndry, $650 & $800 utility incld 604-346-8397 PITT MEADOWS
750 + SQ/FT OFFICE space with small kitchen.
604-944-2963
The Meadows Gated underground parking, heated outdoor pool. Heat, hot water & 3 appliances included. 2 min. walk to Westcoast Express.
Large 1, 2 & 3 Bdrm Suites Available
Call: 604-460-7539
Maple Ridge:
DOWNTOWN STOREFRONT Office / Commercial / Retail Central heat & a/c, avail immed. (All inclusive except utils). Free parking. 600 sq/ft. $675/mo + HST.
TY-CON PROPERTIES
Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg. 3 Blocks to W.C. Express
Serving the Tri Cities for over 16 years Protect your investment
Professional Property Management
W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets
PORT COQUITLAM
2 Bdrm Suites Available With Large Balcony / Patio Walking distance to all amenities and WC Express. New carpets and appl’s. Gated parking. Quiet and secure bldg. Adult oriented. Sorry no pets. Refs required.
Call 604-941-9051 PORT COQUITLAM
1 Bdrm Top flr apt. $775 2 Bdrm Corner apt. $895 S Incl heat/hot wtr, wndw cvrngs S Close to bus stop S Walk to shpng/medical/WCE S Across from park w/Mtn views S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required CALL FOR APPOINTMENT
SUITES, LOWER
SUITES, UPPER
Pitt Meadows, 3 bdrm spac home Ford Rd 2 bath fam/rm lge deck ns/np Feb 1. $1100. 604-464-8491 PORT COQUITLAM: Newly remodeled, 10’ ceiling, 3 bdrm upper, 2 bath. Fenced, secure b/yard. Park, Walk to amens. N/P, N/S. $1290/mo 60% utils. Avail now. (604)375-8757 PORT Moody. 3 bdrm, nr Newport Vlg. F/p, w/d, awesome deck, np/ ns. $1200 + 60% util. 604-469-9402
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Call Wayne Goudal 604-945-2414
744
RECREATION
BIG WHITE LUXURY CONDO. Ski in/out. Sleeps 9. Ph 250-212-8587 Or visit www.skibigwhiteresort.com
747B SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING
POCO DOWNTOWN All-Inclusive Seniors Residence 1 Bdrm. Apartment Rent incls. freshly prepared meals, cable, housekeeping, emergency response & activities. www.rjkent.com 2675 Shaughnessy St. Call: 778-285-5554
748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION PORT COQUITLAM bright furn’d room in large g/lvl ste, full bath nr amens, $450 & 475 incl util/cbl/net. Avail now. NS/NP. 604-807-9612
CEDARWAY APT Bright & Clean 1 & 2 Bdrms D/W, Heat and hot water included. Close to schools, shopping & public transportation.
Call 604-837-4589 www.aptrentals.net PORT COQUITLAM; clean, spac 2 bdrm apt. Heat & h/w incl, $950/mo. Avail now. Ref’s. (604)783-2262. PORT MOODY 1bdrm in desireable bldg, exc loc/amens, ns/np, 1/yr lease $1200+hydro. 604-721-7190 PORT MOODY. Ideal Apartment. 1/bdrm. Secure parking, storage. Res manager. No pets. $850/mo. Avail. Feb1. 604-469-9100 or 778-355-1808. PORT MOODY. Now renting ~ Villa Leah 1, 2 & 3 bdrm. suites. $950 $1475/mo Newly reno’d & upgraded Available immed. 778-355-6677 PORT MOODY
Start Your New Year Right... At, The PERFECT LOCATION! Quiet, clean, well-maintained, updated, adult oriented one bdrm suites. Close to all amenities, and WC Express. Gated parking. Call for appointment to view. SORRY, NO PETS. Starting at $700/mo.
Call 604-724-6967 W.W. Plateau, Montreux Bldg lovely 2 bdrm, 2 ba 2 prkg, compl privacy fr back $1295 Feb 1. 604-941-3259
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CARS - DOMESTIC
1997 SUZUKI SWIFT, 52,000 Kms, 1 driver only, well maint. $3500 (neg). Phone (604)854-0189. 2010 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr auto, loaded, factory warranty, 13,000 Km, $16,900. Call 604-836-5931. 2010 TOYOTA COROLLA LE, 17 km, auto, no accid, fac. warr, $15,900 obo. Call 604-836-5931. 2011 TOYOTA Camry LE, 7000 kms. auto, factory warranty. No accidents. $22,500. 778-708-4078
VEHICLES WANTED
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RECREATIONAL/SALE
1989-28’ Okanagan 5th whl. Slps 6, Q. bdrm, good appls, needs some wrk, $3,500 obo. 604-589-7325
Professional Property Management Services for LANDLORDS (Tri City)
2008 STARCRAFT CENTENNIAL 3610
Port Mdy 3Bdr 2 storey T’House approx 1375 s/f, 2.5 bth, 2 sec u/g prk. Ns/Refs. Now. $1500
Lawyer Referral Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM
Claims a Landlords Contractual Lien against the following persons goods in storage at: 2500 Barnet Hwy., Port Moody, BC Tel: 604-461-1717 108
Philip Booth 213 - 1187 Pipeline Rd., Coquitlam
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Rhonda Boylan 303 -1305 W. 12th Ave., Vancouver
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Matt Jowett 1999 Suffolk Ave., Pt. Coquitlam
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 2002 HONDA CRV. Fully loaded, 66K, garage parked, AirCared, good condition! Moving - Must Sell. $11,900. Call 778-552-1462.
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TRUCKS & VANS
2002 DODGE DAKOTA Quad cab with canopy, V6, 2WD, 156K, well maint. $9900. Call 604-464-5097.
Please take notice that on January 29, 2011 and thereafter, the contents of the following storage lockers at Imperial Self Storage will be sold at auction, or otherwise disposed of, to cover outstanding costs of storage and all fees. UNIT# 4 Vicki Craig 6 Ray Gartside 59 Mike Clancy 112 John Berchtold 426 Perry Hutchings 680 Travis Delorme 1104 Chris Hearn 1281 Daniel Cote
A sale will take place at the storage location on Friday, January 21, 2011. Viewing 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sealed bids will be opened at 12:30PM. Room contents are personal / household goods unless noted otherwise. Bids will be for entire contents of each locker unit.
TREE CHIP
2010 2011
Port Moody Maude Rd. 2 Bdrm Condo 1 bath, 2 sec u/g prk, storage, ns/np, refs, Mar1. $1150
COQUITLAM CENTRE AREA Microwave, stereo, aluminum wheels, lots of storage. $9,995 (stk.28173A) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
TOWNHOUSES 2 & 3 Bedrooms Available *Near schools *5 Appliances *Decorative Fireplaces
*No Pets *Avail Immediately
2010 Adventurer 86SBS
Call 604-942-2012 COQUITLAM. Exec 4 bdrm, 3.5 bathrm in Whisper Ridge nr Pinetree Rec Ctr. N/P, N/S. Ref req. $2095/mo+utils. Feb 1st. 724-4281. PITT MEADOWS: 2-3 bdrm co-op T/H $1005/mo - $1089/mo. Shares req’d. No subsidy available. Orientation 2nd Sun. 2 pm & 3rd Tues. 7 pm ea mo. 19225 119th Ave., Pitt Meadows V3Y 2B2. Send SASE or leave msg 604-465-1938 PORT COQUITLAM: 2 Bdrm T/H’s, $775 & $815, 3 Bdrm $955/mo. Quiet family complex. No pets. Call: 604-464-0034.
Featuring a dinette/fridge slide. 7’ rear awning, thermopane windows, step bumper. $22,995 (stk.28390) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
2010 Laredo 297RL
TRANSPORTATION 810
AUTO FINANCING
SUITES, LOWER
ANMORE. 1 bdrm on acre, 1000 sf, priv entry, cvrd deck, shrd W/D. N/P, suits 1, $695 + utils. Immed/ Feb. 1. Call 604-506-1034. COQUITLAM, 1 bdr. bsmt. suite for rent for one person. Close to Superstore, IKEA. $700/month utility incl. Indoor cat is OK. N/S Available now. Call @ 604-200-0885 COQUITLAM, 2 bdrm, sep. entry, F/P, lndry, $900 incl utils. Alarm. Cls to SFU. Immed. (604)764-8627 COQUITLAM Capehorn Ave. Bright 1 bdrm & den, full bath sh ldry, yard $725 incl util. Now 604-780-7726. COQUITLAM - Lower Suite 3145 Pattulo Cres. Updated 2 BR 1 Bath; 1100 sf; lndry; $1100 NOW Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666 COQUITLAM, new 1 bdrm. suite, own w/d, alm., incl. utils. & cable, N/S, N/P. $900/mo. 604-944-6828 COQUITLAM Ranch Park, 2bd, f/bath priv w/d, greenbelt, view, N/S $825 + sh utils. 604-941-6264. COQUITLAM: Reno’d 1 bdrm bsmt, sep ent, shrd lndry, near coq cen & 97 bus. $720/month, util incl. 1 person n/s/p. 604-942-0023 COQUITLAM Riverside, 3 bdrm bsmt ste, priv ldry, $1200 incl utils. N/S. Avail now. 604-941-6264 COQUITLAM West 1 bdrm bsmt sparking clean & bright sunken l/rm. sep d/rm. Onsite owners. Priv ent. prkg, hydro incl. Laundry avail. N/s n/p. Feb 1. $725/mo. 604-937-5177
Dial-A-Law offers general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.565.5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available).
U-Haul Moving Center Port Moody
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
838
STORAGE
STORAGE SPACE for rent.. Good for car, boat etc. 1400 sf. Avail.now. For more info call 604-866-8182.
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
2008 KIA RONDO. 5 passenger, auto, air, 2 yr warranty. 27,000 kms. 1 owner. $15,500. 604-864-8542
TOWNHOUSES
604-464-7548 #1 IN RENTALS (Since 1990)
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604-464-3550 PORT COQUITLAM
AUTO FINANCING
TRANSPORTATION
CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, Affordable. Our A+ BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT \TRAVEL & FREEDOM. Call for your FREE INFORMATION BOOKLET. 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1 866 972 7366). www.PardonServicesCanada.com.
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19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows
604.465.7221
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TRANSPORTATION
Call: 604-805-4765
604-465-0008 or 604-465-5818
Polo Club Apartments
RENTALS
Rear living room w/ two swivel rockers, dinette/sofa slide. $27,995 (stk.28121) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 The Scrapper
$0 DOWN & we make your 1st payment at auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599. www.autocreditfast.ca DLN 30309. WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Last week 12 out of 15 applications approved! We fund your future not your past. Any Credit. $500 Christmas cash extended. www.coastlineautocredit.com or 1888-208-3205.
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
18TH ANNUAL TREE CHIP FUNDRAISER
Wondering what to do with your Christmas tree once the needles are gone and the Holidays are over? Bring it back to Art Knapps and for a minimum $5 donation, we will chip your tree into an environmentally friendly mulch. This mulch will be used around your community for park pathways, mulch around trees and other useful purposes. It’s the best way to keep thousands of trees from adding to the bulging land fill sites and help charities in your community.
Drop your Christmas tree off at: 1300 Dominion Ave., Port Coquitlam Drop off hours: 10am - 4pm January 3rd to January 23rd
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3 DAY/300KM Money Back Guarantee 15 DAY/1500KM Exchange Guarantee
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10,995
MAPLE RIDGE
Golden Ears Way High way # 1
lowest prices guaranteed
LOUGHEED HIGHWAY
CONSOLIDATE YOUR DEBT Pay off your high interest loans
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2000 Pontiac Sunfire Sport Coupe
your trade-in no matter what at you owe O.A.C.
NO PAYMENTS ENTS
WEST COAST 200 St
LOUGHEED HWY
“COME AND EXPERIENCE THE WEST COAST EXPERIENCE”!
176 St
20000 LOUGHEED HWY. PITT MEADOWS
203rd
HARRIS RD
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DEWDNEY TRK RD
MEADOWS GARDENS GOLF COURSE
SAFEWAY
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WEST COAST
FORD LINCOLN
We accept Visa, Mastercard & American Express DEWDNEY TRUNK
20370 LOUGHEED HWY. MAPLE RIDGE
LOUGHEED HWY
STAPLES
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TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR TRADE
203 RD
HANDS FREE E H BLUETOOTH
O.A.C.
19,888 2007 Mazda3 GS
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BURGER KING
203
WE NEED YOUR TRADE
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10,000
up
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AC, Power Group, Alloys UC546162
1-866-334-2119
your trade-in no matter what you owe
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2006 Mazda3 GS
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STAPLES
BURGER KING
SAVE-ONFOODS
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LOUGHEED HWY.