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Opponents blast PoCo tower plan Proponents say health concerns about cell towers are unfounded By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS
If a cell tower is built at Greenmount Park in Por t Coquitlam, it would ruin the view and jeopardize the health and safety of nearby residents. That was the message PoCo council heard Monday night during a public input opportunity that saw people from across the Lower Mainland pack council chambers to speak out against a proposal from Rogers Communications. The company said the tower, which would stand 120 m from Coquitlam River elementary school, is necessary to improve cellular service in the area. David Werthman, an opponent of the project, said council should oppose the initiative because there is not enough information on the long-term health impacts of cellphone towers.
“If that tower goes up... most of the people are going to remember who put it there,” Werthman told council. “It wasn’t Rogers — it was you.” According to Rogers, the cell tower would comply with all Industry Canada and Health Canada regulations, limiting electromagnetic energy in the frequency range from 3 kHz to 300 gHz. Exposure to these levels, the agencies said, is considered safe for the public. But Peter Endisch, a Tri-City resident, said federal regulators have been wrong about things such as asbestos and garden chemicals in the past. He said Health Canada’s record is “abysmal” and that council should not base its decision on the organization’s research. He added: “Technology is great but at what cost?” But not everyone who spoke at Monday night’s meeting opposed the tower. Of the 28 people who spoke during the two-hour hearing, 22 were against the tower and six supported it. see TOWER MUST MUST,, page 12
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The Coquitlam Farmers Market opened for the first time this spring on Mother’s day and Jodie Thom and her 14-month-old son Dylan Santos shopped for some fresh produce. The market will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday through the end of October in the parking lot at Dogwood Pavilion in Coquitlam (corner of Poirier Street and Winslow Avenue).
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TRI-CITY SCHOOLS: New middle school planned as well as two replacements
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Construction plans aplenty in SD43 By Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS
An as-yet unnamed middle school will have a bird’s eye view of Port Moody from its perch atop Heritage Mountain as well as a green roof and other innovations tying its classrooms to the outdoors. Situated above Heritage Woods secondary school in Port Moody, the new middle school across the border in Anmore will sit next to a forest and feature rain gardens with native plants and interpretive signage, an outdoor amphitheatre and large windows to let in natural light. The parking lot will be constructed of permeable pavers to slow the flow of water, which will drain into planted bioswales (to filter the water), grasses will be planted on the roof and a cistern will be installed to capture rain water. The idea is to create a water-management plan that has less impact on the environment and local creeks, and the architectural firm Bunting Coady, which presented the latest building design at a public meeting last week, said the aim is that the natural touches will inspire students attending the school. “The connection to the forest creates a place where children learn to interact with nature while playing without structure or program. The students are positively impacted and encouraged to creative thinking and independence,” the architects noted in a design statement. In addition to natural features and outdoor classrooms, the architects are proposing the building be designed as a “passive house” using the latest building technology to minimize energy use and heating loss — the goal is to cut energy consumption by 90%. All these innovations are planned but the trick is to fit them into the $23-million budget. “Everything has to be costed out,” explained Carey Chute, SD43’s principal of
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So far, the only sign of a project to replace Port Coquitlam’s James Park elementary is, well, a sign. The new school will be built next to the current one. facilities initiatives, adding that the final budget will have to meet expectations for the LEED Gold building within the budget envelope provided by the education ministry. For now, however, the district is seeking approval from the community on the building design, parking and road access. An online survey has been set up (www.sd43.bc.ca) and the public is welcome to comment on the proposed design. The next step will be to go to tender for the project and start construction on the 500-student school in the late fall. Two other new Tri-City public school buildings are also well on their way towards construction. James Park elementary on Port Coquitlam’s north side will soon have heavy equipment on
site for construction of a $14-million replacement school and parents are being informed of new drop-off and parking provisions to accommodate the project. “They are just mobilizing the forces right now,” said Chute of the new school, which is expected to be open in the fall of 2012. The plan is to build the new school next to the current building, then knock the old one down — as was done at Glen elementary in Coquitlam — but Chute said students will still have access to an all-weather playing field during construction. Planned innovations for James Park include space for community programs and a daycare, a covered learning patio, large windows and a sloped butterfly roof with an
oversized gutter that will direct rainwater to landscaped bioswales. As for Pitt River middle in PoCo, SD43 is expected to seek a building permit soon for the $21-million, 450-student capacity replacement school. One of the more innovative features of this new building will be outdoor sunshades that will cut down glare in the daytime and act as security screens at night. The school will also have space for community programs, an aboriginal welcoming centre and room for a new sports alliance that is being developed to co-ordinate professional development in community sports. Construction for Pitt River is expected to start late this fall. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
Suspect busted in violent robberies THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Local Mounties believe they’ve caught the man responsible for a string of violent robberies that terrorized women in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and North Vancouver on Thursday. And now they’ve found a North Vancouver cyclist who may have information they say could help put the 32-year-old suspect behind bars or set him free. On Friday afternoon, officers with the Coquitlam RCMP’s Prolific Offender Team, along with regular duty Mounties from
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When the woman pulled over to check her car for damage, she was attacked by the other driver in what police called a “particularly violent” attack that left the victim in hospital. Cpl. Marks said that while she is pleased with the co-operation involved in arresting the suspect, the Mounties’ investigation is still in its early stages. “Quite frankly, this was excellent police work. Police were very concerned about these attacks — some of which were extremely violent,” Marks said in a press release. “And we’re very pleased that our efforts seemed to have paid off.” The suspect was before a Port Coquitlam provincial court judge Monday waiting to hear whether he would be released or held on charges. The Mounties issued a public appeal for a cyclist who may have written down the
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both Surrey and Coquitlam, arrested a 32-year-old Surrey man in connection with Thursday’s attacks, according to Cpl. Holly Marks, acting spokesperson for the Lower Mainland District Regional Police Service. Marks said the suspect was arrested in Surrey but could not say exactly where other than that “he was not in a residence at the time.” Mounties in Coquitlam and North Van had issued an alert to women late Thursday afternoon after three sidewalk assaults — two in North Vancouver and one violent attack on an elderly Port Coquitlam woman at the corner of Patricia Avenue and Hastings Street that sent the victim to hospital to have stitches on her head. Police said the same mugger may have struck again Thursday at around 10 p.m. when a woman was rear-ended while driving on Lansdowne Drive in Coquitlam.
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A geyser of water shot high into the air last Friday at the intersection of Guildford Way and Johnson Street in Coquitlam after a car sheared off a fire hydrant. The accident happened at around 7 p.m. May 6 and fire crews took about 30 minutes to cap the water. Brad Lofgren, the city’s water superintendent, said there was no damage to neighbouring properties and chlorinated hydrant water did not turn up in any nearby streams. A new hydrant was being installed Tuesday. “It happens about two to three times a year,� he said. “It is basically another day at the office for us.�
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Jaws used to free 2 in MVA The driver of an Acura and his passenger are recovering in hospital after their vehicle lost control and careened off the road Sunday night along Cape Horn Avenue near Warrick Street in Coquitlam. Emergency crews needed to use the Jaws of Life to extricate the pair and Coquitlam Fire Chief Tony Delmonico said it was a difficult rescue operation. “There was one tree that had gone right through the undercarriage of the vehicle,� he told The Tri-City News. “It is probably one of the most difficult auto extrac-
tions we have been able to perform.� Because of the steep slope and dense trees, Delmonico said it took crews some time to stabilize the vehicle and extract its occupants, one of whom was pinned underneath the dashboard. A tree struck by the vehicle had been ripped out of the ground. The Acura was travelling up Cape Horn shortly after 11:30 p.m. when the driver lost control and careened down a bank on the side of the road. Delmonico said speed was a factor in the incident.
One man received cuts to his face while the other suffered leg and internal injuries; both were taken to hospital. “I hope those two individuals are doing well,� Delmonico said. “They are both pretty lucky to be alive.� He added that the vehicle was virtually unrecognizable after the accident. The RCMP, Coquitlam firefighters, BC Ambulance paramedics and Coquitlam Towing all assisted in the rescue, Delmonico said. gmckenna@tricitynews.com
to 5:30am on their regular collection day. Re-lock carts within 12 hours of collection. • Keep carts secure from damage (including wildlife) at all times. If a cart is damaged due to owner or occupant neglect, you may be asked to reimburse the City for repair or replacement. The City will be taking steps to enforce this Bylaw and you may be subject to fines up to $150 for each occurrence. Find info relating to bears and other wildlife at www.portmoody.ca or contact the Operations Department at 604.469.4574. City Hall/Library/Theatre P.O. Box 36, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody ℥ 604.469.4500 • www.portmoody.ca
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Community groups looking for help to secure funding from the city of Coquitlam for a project or activity can attend one of two workshops this month or next. The city is hosting the grant writing sessions on May 25 and June 22 to show local non-profit or charitable clubs how best to apply for a Spirit of Coquitlam grant or an Active grant. Funding for the Spirit grants comes from the gaming money the city receives as host to the Boulevard Casino; since 2002, city council has awarded about $5.5 million in Spirit cash. Money for Active grants comes out of the city’s general revenues; since it started in 2007, about $70,000 has been doled out to recreation groups
that encourage children and youth to get more physically fit. Last September, groups that were successful in getting Spirit grants included: Town Centre Field Sport User Group ($103,000 for a full matrix score clock at Percy Perry Stadium); Festival Planners’ Network ($25,000 for the Coquitlam Passport Program); and Bramblewood elementary school PAC ($65,992 for new playground equipment). Among the Active grant recipients were: Omega Gymnastics Academy ($4,200 for partnering with SD43 and PACs for a lunchhour recreational gymnastics circuit for students); KidSport Tri-Cities ($5,000 for qualifying applicants from Coquitlam); and Pacificsport Aquasonics Synchronized Swimming Club ($5,000 for new Try It programs).
Wendy Wiederick, Coquitlam’s community area manager, said the city hosted grant writing workshops last year “and they were very well received by the organizations who participated,” she said, noting criteria for this year’s annual grant programs include a section on sustaining the project or event after the initial funding. As well, to be successful, groups must be able match the city grant and show how the project or event would directly benefit mostly Coquitlam residents. Grants will not be given for operating expenses or to pay for office equipment or team uniforms. The deadline for the next round of grant applications is July 15. For more information, call 604-927-6963. To sign up for a workshop, visit coquitlam.ca. jwarren@tricitynews.com
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Playground improvements and field upgrades are just some of the projects that will be funded by Port Coquitlam taxpayers in 2011 as part of the city’s self-help matching grant program. The program is designed to encourage projects that benefit the community, offering up to $10,000 in matching funds for any organization that has its application approved. According to a staff report, Mary Hill is expected to receive $5,000 and the Societe d’Education Gareau Parent Association Council would get $6,000 for playground improve-
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ments. Another $6,000 is expected to be given to the Port Coquitlam Kinsmen Club for a roof replacement and a $3,000 grant will go to the PoCo FC Soccer Association for a spectator cover at the turf field at Gates Park. Not all grant program applicants were successful. The New View Society requested funds to build a commercial kitchen within its new facility, currently under construction. The kitchen, according to a city staff report, would
be used to provide meals to clients and residents and could be used for vocational training. But city staff said because the project was not located on public property, the society was not eligible for a matching grant. The report also found that the kitchen would be built regardless of whether a grant was approved. PoCo’s self-help matching grant program has been offered to the community for eight years and has funded numerous projects in the community.
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Fence considered for Coquitlam River Park Articles by Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
The Coquitlam River may soon have better protection for its wildlife and fish and their habitats. On Monday, Coquitlam’s recreation committee okayed a plan to add about 1,500 feet of chain-link fencing in Coquitlam River Park to safeguard the riparian zone and salmon-bearing watercourse from off-leash dogs — and people.
Last month, the Outdoor Recreation Council of B.C. ranked the Coquitlam River the 10th most threatened watercourse in the province based on its excessive sedimentation and urbanization. The cost for the fencing and accompanying signs would be about $47,000, the committee was told; city council is expected to endorse the plan at next week’s regular meeting, with funding coming from the trails capital program over a three-year period. The proposed action comes after the city last fall
Should B.C. municipalities be allowed to dip into a fund earmarked to buy new parkland? That’s the question Coquitlam city council has put before the Lower Mainland Local Government Association (LMLGA), which hosts its annual convention starting today (Wednesday) in Whistler. Coquitlam council wants the region’s civic politicians to endorse its proposal that would give cities the flexibility to use the 5% Parkland Acquisition Fees to maintain green spaces as well. Coun. Mae Reid, who introduced the motion, said budgets for existing parks are depleting and cities need to find cash for their upkeep. If passed by LMLGA attendees, the resolution would go to the Union of BC Municipalities’ convention in September and, if approved by delegates there, would be forwarded to the provincial government to request Section 941 of the Local Government Act be changed. Coquitlam’s resolution is one of 14 that will be debated at the three-day LMLGA conference. Other topics include: the need to create uniformed bylaws to regulate pawnshops, second-hand dealers and recyclers; the elimination of the Medical Services Plan premiums for seniors; and funding for the RCMP’s Lower Mainland integrated teams. Tri-City politicians signed up to attend the LMLGA convention are: from Coquitlam, Mayor Richard Stewart and councillors Brent Asmundson, Barrie Lynch, Doug Macdonell, Linda Reimer and Selina Robinson; Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore; and Port Moody Mayor Joe Trasolini and councillors Gerry Nuttall and Bob Elliott. Coquitlam city clerk Jay Gilbert is also registered to attend. jwarren@tricitynews.com
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considered Coquitlam River Park as an off-leash dog area for Town Centre residents, and Fisheries and Ocean Canada officials recently deemed the river’s off-channel habitat as sensitive, especially during spawning season. Committee members also pressed city staff to make sure the new signs explain to visitors about the Fisheries Act fines for disturbing habitat. “They should say, ‘Your dog is not going to be fined, you are,� committee chair Coun. Doug Macdonell said.
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chool District 43 has no choice but to invest in technology if it wants to continue to push the boundaries of learning for students For the last few years, the district has struggled with slow internet connections and without an $800,000 investment to connect to Coquitlam’s QNet fibre optic system and purchase new monitoring tools, the district can only halfheartedly meet its obligations for introducing 21st century learning. But this investment is not without its risks. There is as yet no money to pay for this project. Although the board of education has been assured the funds will come from increased revenue derived from long-term leases and better management of capital assets, the plan has not yet been finalized nor has it been approved by the province. Still, the district has several months to find the cash and there is reason to believe there is money to be found in better stewardship of land and buildings. The internet upgrade itself is certainly worth doing because without it, students, staff and administrators will continue to face problems with dropped connections and reduced capacity. The problem is that by going it alone, SD43 is encouraging the province to download yet another responsibility. And the project isn’t cheap. If all schools are eventually hooked up to QNet, the final tally will be about $6.5 million, or about $800,000 annually for eight years. Although cheaper solutions and long-term financing will spread out the costs, the fact is this is a cost that more appropriately should be borne by the province. It is no different from the homelessness issue, which the municipalities have been forced to take on because it has landed on their doorstep and has refused to disappear, although it has been much reduced thanks to the combined efforts of city staff, politicians, volunteers and the not-for-profit Hope for Freedom Society. Granted, the province has a lot on the table and faces its own share of downloading from the federal government. The B.C. government has its own priorities and, at the moment, outlaying significant chunks of cash for internet upgrades is not one of them. Still, by going it alone on this technology project, the board of education is letting the province off the hook. What’s more, SD43 is making it easy for the province to avoid its responsibilities.
A populist ‘fix’ is coming for the hated HST BC VIEWS Tom Fletcher VICTORIA remier Christy Clark’s shifting position on the harmonized sales tax finally appears to have come to rest. Her government is preparing to “fix the HST” and the terms of that fix will be made available before people mark their ballots in a mail-in vote in June, Clark told reporters at the legislature last week. There has been a flurry of activity on the HST in recent days and a few things are becoming clear. Clark and Finance Minister Kevin Falcon are preparing to do what I’ve been saying for months the government must do — make a solemn vow to cut the HST rate to 11% as soon as they can. And in keeping with Clark’s fondness for populist, headline-hunting gestures, the government will also likely rebate the HST
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on bicycles and bicycle helmets, and possibly fitness club memberships as well. A couple of other “family-first” exemptions may also be gleaned from the town halls, online surveys and polling that are currently going on. A well-known polling firm was in the field last week asking not only about people’s impressions of their new premier and opposition leader but, also, their views towards a reduction in the HST rate. Win or lose the mail-in referendum on the tax in June or July, the BC Liberals are getting ready for a fall general election. Falcon estimates cutting one point from the HST would cost the provincial treasury $850 million. Given that revenue from the HST is running well ahead of the finance ministry’s estimates, that figure could be low. The government’s independent panel issued its report last week and it confirms that the HST is bringing in more revenue than expected. Going back to the PST would
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not only trigger huge costs of paying back federal transition funds and reconstructing a provincial sales tax office, it would cost the B.C. government more than $500 million in net revenue in the first year, more after that. Here’s one reason HST revenue is higher than originally projected: Contrary to the apocalyptic predictions of some in the restaurant industry, the panel compiled Statistics Canada figures and found that B.C. restaurant sales rose by 3% in the first seven months of the HST. That’s exactly the same increase as the rest of the country, despite the supposedly crushing effect of the tax and B.C.’s new impaired driving regulations. Jobs, Tourism and Innovation Minister Pat Bell has pitched in as a host for the telephone town hall program that continued this week. These giant conference calls were to be staged Tuesday evening in the Okanagan, Fraser Valley and northern and central Vancouver Island. The program wraps up Thursday evening
with calls to Richmond, South Delta, the North Shore, Victoria and Vancouver. Bell said his call for the Interior and North Coast had more than 30,000 people on the line. Some were still upset about the HST while others had misconceptions about what costs it does and doesn’t increase, he said. And lifting the tax from bicycles was a popular choice. I continue to get e-mails from people who are misinformed about the HST. One reader said he is paying it on heating oil. I suggested he check his bill again and there it was, a rebate for the 7% provincial portion. The GST applied before and it continues to apply now. These telephone town halls have gone a long way towards putting the discussion on a factual basis. Voters may yet be persuaded to keep the HST. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and bclocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca twitter.com/tomfletcherbc
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TRI-CITYY LETTERS Poor PM planning The Editor, Re. “Fire hall on front burner after controversial vote” (The Tri-City News, May 6). I would like to express my outrage at the way Port Moody city council has handled the Number 1 fire hall replacement issue. I was one of many who refused to participate in the recent referendum as I perceived it to be a shirking of one of the main responsibilities of a civic council: to provide essential municipal services to a community through efficient, long-term planning and fiscal responsibility. The need for a replacement for the fire hall has been known for a long, long time. Rather than plan and budget for this accordingly (a job for which council is paid), Port Moody council chose to allot finances elsewhere on numerous pet projects. When it became apparent the city did not have sufficient funds allocated for the fire hall replacement, council chose to defer the difficult decision of funding to the taxpayer through a referendum, a politically more palatable approach so council could then say that the borrowing of the funds was at the wishes of the people. Once council did not get the resounding positive response it had hoped for, the referendum became, effectively, an opinion poll and council demonstrated a complete disregard of the intent and purpose of the referendum process. Shameful.
More recently, Mayor Joe Trasolini stated that the fire hall design on which the referendum was based is now considered to be unnecessarily large and that a smaller design should be looked at and examined by a newly struck committee. If council had got a resounding “Yes” vote, would it not have proceeded with borrowing the money on this design? Why were the citizens of Port Moody asked to vote on a design plan that is only a few weeks later considered to be too much? This shows a complete lack of competency on the part of council. As this is an election year, it appears Port Moody council was afraid to make the difficult and potentially unpopular decision to borrow money for the fire hall an election issue. Instead, it chose the more expensive option of conducting the referendum prior to the election rather than the more financially prudent approach, which would have been to conduct the referendum as part of the regular election process. Well, Mayor Trasolini and council, it has become an election issue, and I will remember in November how council has bungled this issue from the start. To Port Moody’s firefighters, I would like to express how much we as a community appreciate and value your work and understand your needs. It is a shame the same cannot be said of the city council D. Hall, Port Moody
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The Editor, Re. “PoCo ponders options for budget surplus” (The TriCity News, May 6). The article referenced above mentions the city of Port Coquitlam may build an offleash dog park at the corner of Bury Avenue and Maple Street in downtown PoCo. First, I have a dog and have had dogs for many years, so this is not an anti-dog comment. I don’t think that area would be right for an off-leash park as it’s too small, too close to the speeding traffic on Maple Street. It’s also a nice
The Editor, Re. “Canadians voted with their heads” (Face to Face, The Tri-City News, May 6). I think Face to Face columnist Terry O’Neill is putting too much faith in the Conservatives. Winning a majority government is impressive but I doubt the Tories will bring good government. Contempt for Parliament brought the election on and having complete power will allow more of it. The problem is the voting system gives all the power to the winning party, allowing it to disregard opposing views. Vincent Lizee, Coquitlam
greenbelt as is. A better spot would be in Gates Park. Fence in the gravel field that’s never used. It’s larger, would have more running room for dogs and be closer to where most of the condos are. It is also in a park environment and would stop people from letting their dogs run wild like they do now. As well, visitors to the park could watch the dogs play without fear. People are taking their dogs there now, so why not just fence in an area? It makes more sense. E. Winder, Port Coquitlam
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Ed Fontana, manager of network implementation with Rogers Communications and a Coquitlam resident, said the company strives to meet or exceed the standards set out by the federal government. He said demand for service has greatly increased in the community and that without a tower, residents in certain parts of Port Coquitlam will be without a strong cellular network. “Safety is always a main concern,” he told council. “We try to balance everybody’s needs.” Last June, School District 43 voted unanimously in favour of a resolution to oppose any cell tower within a 305 m radius of a school. The decision was made after Rogers proposed building a facility on a vacant patch of land in PoCo’s cemetery on Oxford Street. When residents complained that placing the 62 m antenna in a g raveyard was disrespectful, the proposed tower was moved to Greenmount Park, closer to Coquitlam River elementary. If the cell tower is built there, PoCo would earn $25,000 per year and $3,000 for each addi-
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Tri-City News Wednesday, May 11, 2011, A13
Public gets say in gondola proposal to Burnaby Mtn.
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A proposed $70-million transit gondola to serve SFU’s Burnaby Mountain campus and replace the fleet of buses that now carry students, staf f and residents will go out to the public for comment later this month. TransLink spokesman Ken Hardie said a business case found the gondola project should be economically viable but cautioned it’s far too early to say if it will proceed. “The folks who live under neath the proposed alignment are concerned, so we need to talk to them and hear what they have to say,” he said. TransLink will meet with a strata council and co-op that run two h o u s i n g c o m p l e xe s under the line where residents are worried a b o u t p r iv a cy a n d property values. They also plan community open houses May 25 from 5 to 8 p. m . a t C a m e r o n Elementary School in Burnaby, and May 26 from 1 to 4 and 5 to 8 p.m. at Saywell Hall Auditorium at SFU. “The impacts or interests are different de-
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The 2.6-kilometre line to serve SFU’s Burnaby Mountain campus and replace the fleet of buses that now carry students, staff and residents would use technology similar to the Peak 2 Peak gondola at Whistler. Public comment is being sought on the proposal. pending on where you are in the community,” Hardie said. TransLink estimates an SFU gondola could car ry passengers to the top of Bur naby Mountain in half the time buses now take, and much more reliably in winter, when buses are delayed 12 to 15 days due to snow or ice. It would eliminate
long lineups at bus loops in peak times, a problem that is forecast to get worse as the projected daily trips climb from 25,000 now to 40,000 by 2030. Hardie said the gondola would be powered by electricity, which would be quieter and less polluting than the diesel buses that now climb the hill. An estimated 1,870
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Wanted: A companion for a long-term relationship. Must enjoy exercise (particularly on an exercise wheel), prefer dust baths to bubble baths and chewing sticks to cuddling. Interested? Contact: SPCA Port Coquitlam Education and Adoption Centre.
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Stefanie Broad, assistant manager at the BC SPCA’s Port Coquitlam branch, with a chinchilla that’s up for adoption. between 20 to 25 years, so owning one is a commitment. Unfortunately, people who purchase them for pets tend to get fed up with them because of their night-time behaviours and their disinterest in cuddling. In fact, Broad said, their floating ribs can be dislocated if they’re picked up the wrong way. The PoCo SPCA gets most of its animals from other branches and the chinchillas were given up by families that couldn’t care for them anymore. To adopt a pair, applicants must be knowledgeable about chinchillas or be previous owners of the animals. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
Most people think of the SPCA as a defender of creatures that can’t speak for themselves or a place to go to adopt a dog or a cat. But educating people, especially children, about animals is another big job of the BC SPCA, says Martine Campbell, the manager of the society’s Port Coquitlam Education and Adoption Centre. To that end, the organization is hosting an upcoming open house for the community and summer camps for children. The adoption centre at 104-3278 Westwood St. is hosting the open house on Sunday, May 15 from noon to 3 p.m. There will be opportunities to see pets available for adoption, check out education displays, participate in a scavenger hunt, do some crafts, and buy a hot dog and a drink. As well, there will be pet first aid demonstrations at 1 and 2:15 p.m. Campbell said the open house is a good opportunity to let people know about the storefront location, which opened up three years ago, and adopts out approximately 30 animals a month. As well, she said, the SPCA’s week-long summer camps offer children an opportunity to learn about animal health, care and welfare while also keeping active with tours, crafts, games, guest speakers and excursions to the park. Registration has already begun. Call 604-599-7209 on weekdays and leave a message or visit spca.bc.ca and look for the links. The PoCo SPCA is open from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday to Thursday, and Fridays from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
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Garage sale for a cause On Saturday, May 14, Royal LePage offices across Canada — including one in Coquitlam — will play host to the National Garage Sale for Shelter, a oneday charitable garage sale in support of the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation in support of women’s shelters and ending family violence. Now in its third year, the event brings local residents together with Royal LePage realtors to raise funds and awareness to help break the cycle of family violence. Since 2009, the National Garage Sale for Shelter has raised more than $435,000 to support women’s shelters across the country. Members of the community can de-clutter for a cause, donating gently used items to the local Royal LePage office and/or stopping by Saturday to find bargains and support the cause. Royal LePage Coronation West Realty is located at 2185 Austin Ave., in Coquitlam. The garage sale will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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ABOUT THE SHOW Unforgettable: The Music of Nat King Cole runs from May 17 to 21 at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) with shows at 8 p.m. and a Saturday matinee at 4 p.m. It is directed by Milo Shandel with Ron Johnston as musical director. Tickets range from $10 to $35 and are available by calling 604-927-6555 or visiting www. evergreenculturalcentre.ca. For more on Don Stewart and THE DONSTEWART TRIO at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, visit www.donstewart.ca.
ore than half a century ago, Nat “King” Cole played the Hotel Vancouver but, because of racial segregation, wasn’t allowed to stay there. Fast forward to 2011 and Cole tribute artist, Don Stewart, who also happens to be black, is performing at the landmark building monthly. “I think that would bring a smile to his face,” Stewart said. Next week, Stewart will bring Unforgettable: The Music of Nat King Cole to Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre, a musical that traces the life of the musical pioneer who was one of the first black Americans to host a variety show and who built Capitol Records. Stewart starts his show as a narrator then transforms into Cole, singing a total of 30 songs with his four-piece jazz band; it also includes a few duets with Cayla Brooke who portrays Peggy Lee. The Coquitlam performance will be Stewart and Brooke’s first as Cole and Lee. Brooke saw his tribute show two years ago at the Presentation House Theatre in North Vancouver when he had Sibel Thrasher as Ella Fitzgerald. “I thought it was wonderful and people loved it,” Brooke remembered. “They were smiling and singing during the intermission.” About a week later, Stewart saw Brooke on television, called her and the pair went for coffee. And, last fall, when Stewart offered her the part of Lee, “I jumped at the chance,” she said, adding, “Peggy Lee is there for some variety and to show the difference between the races in that era. She recorded with him and was on his show which was a big deal actually during that time because Caucasian people, when they went on his show, it didn’t necessarily bode well for their careers.
“She was a very tough woman and did what she believed in. I’m very honoured to be portraying her,” Brooke said. Stewart, too, is happy to share Cole’s story with audiences. Born Nathaniel Adams Coles in 1919 in Montgomery, Alabama, the jazz pianist and pop singer was nicknamed Nat “King” Cole by a Los Angeles club owner in 1937 for his warm-sounding, satin baritone voice. His NBC program, The Nat King Cole Show, debuted in 1956 and, besides Lee and Fitzgerald, guest starred Harry Belafonte, Frankie Laine, Mel Torme and Eartha Kitt (he cancelled it due to financial losses). That same year, he avoided a kidnapping attempt by the White Citizens Council in Birmingham, Alabama. “He went through quite a bit over his lifetime but he kept singing,” Stewart said. “He was loved and hated by blacks and whites for singing in segregated places but Nat just wanted to sing.” Stewart believes Cole — who died in 1965 at 45 from lung cancer — would have been pleased with how his music has stayed relevant. Songs like Mona Lisa, When I Fall In Love, Unforgettable and Ramblin’ Rose (Stewart’s favourite) are known by young and old. Children as young as 10 can sing Cole’s tunes. “I go up to them afterwards and say, ‘How do you know the words?’ But the generations have passed them on,” the Vancouver resident said. As well, current jazz artists such as B.C. natives Diana Krall and Michael Buble have covered songs made popular by Cole; Natalie, his daughter, won several Grammy’s for her 1991 bestselling album, Unforgettable... with Love, that featured 22 of Cole’s songs. She performed the title track as a duet with her late father using his original recording. Stewart said he doesn’t try to replicate Cole’s sound or performance style. “I just try to present his stuff the best way that I can,” he said, “because nobody can copy Nat.” jwarren@tricitynews.com
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Two Tri-City high school grads will play the roles of best friends to lead characters in the Arts Club Theatre C o m p a ny ’s p ro d u c t i o n o f H a i rs p ray , which opens tomorrow (Thursday). Riverside secondary’s Robyn Wallis will portray perky Penny Pingleton, the bubble gum-chewing confidant to the voluptuous Tracy Turnblad, while Darren Burkett, a Dr. Charles Best secondary alumni, is friendly Fender, a companion to the hunky Link Larkin. Winning the par t of Penny — who was p l aye d by A m a n d a Bynes in the 2007 film starring John Travolta — was “really exciting because it’s one of my favourite Broadway roles,” said Wallis, 2 1 , w h o s e m o t h e r, Valerie Easton, a Port Coquitlam resident, is the show’s choreographer. “I love to play funny characters that have a lot to them, and she’s a lot of fun to play.” H e r ch a r a c t e r i s also key to the narrative, which highlights racial segregation in Baltimore in the 1960s. Penny falls for a boy of African-American descent, which in the Arts Club production is played by J. Cameron Barnett who recently relocated from New York. “It’s really groundb re a k i n g wh at s h e
does,” Wallis said of Penny, “because you just didn’t do that back then.” A graduate of the Grant MacEwan Theatre Arts program in Alberta, Wallis was in town when Arts Club Theatre called for auditions last summer. Previously, she had performed in Alberta Opera’s Hansel and Gretel and Teatro La Quindicina’s Everybody Goes to Mitzi’s. Still, Hairspray “is my biggest show yet and I plan to stick around Vancouver afterwards to do some more acting,” she said. Burkett was also thrilled to be cast “in a show that’s been on my to-do list for quite a few years now,” the 23-yearold Coquitlam native said. But performing in the fast-paced musical eight times a week — for two months — is a toll on the body and mind. To combat fatigue and to keep his energy levels up, “you have to live really well.... You also pull a lot of your energy from the audience because what you give them, they give right back.” Burkett is no stranger to the Arts Club Theatre, having appeared in its White Christmas, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Th e P ro d u c e rs a n d Gypsy. As well, he has also been seen in shows for Carousel Theatre, Chemainus Theatre Festival, Theatre Under the Stars, Royal City Musical Theatre, URP and Footlight. Currently a teacher at Coquitlam’s C.A.P.A.
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Above, Port Coquitlam’s Robyn Wallis (at left) is Penny Pingleton, the bubble gum-chewing companion to Tracy Turnblad while Darren Burkett of Coquitlam, at right, is Link Larkin’s best friend, Fender, in the Arts Club Theatre Company production of Hairspray. dance studio and a choreog rapher with Terry Fox secondary in PoCo, which recently wrapped up Jesus Christ Superstar under director Dan Tilsley, Burkett said he plans to teach for a career and he especially loves returning for high school productions. “It’s nice for me to go back and help these kids along and make their dream a little bit easier.” • Hairspray runs at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage (2750 Granville St., Vancouver) from May 12 to July 10. For tickets, call 604-687-1644 or visit the Arts Club website at artsclub.com. jwarren@tricitynews.com
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Painter, 86, ‘still maturing’ as an artist By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
W h e n D o r i s J. Paterson thinks about her artistic life, she uses the metaphor of a pyramid. At first, she painted common themes like flowers, landscapes and portraits, which sold well. But as she experimented, her style narrowed and she says she became less understood. “When you get to the top of the pyramid, there’s hardly anybody left,” the Mission resident said. “People don’t like change. It’s like a rock star: They are in one mode of their career and people expect you to always stay that way.... They’re shaken up if he turns completely different. You have to reach an educated audience
when you reach the top.” Paterson’s evolution came a few years back when she studied with an American teacher who instructed her students to paint unconsciously — that is, to paint layers on top of layers until something appealing showed up. “You sort of block off your brain as you’re doing this,” she said. “In my instance, as I proceeded, I found that subject matter came out of what I was doing and I was kind of shocked. If you veer away from that subject matter that appears to you, then everything will fall apart. But if you honour it, it will stand for you in good stead.” Paterson now considers herself a minimalist abstrationist,
meaning, “I don’t care to have a lot going on in my work,” she said. “It’s very simplified and, by that, it becomes more powerful.” She acknowledges her current artwork is, perhaps, a reaction to her former life, when it was very full and very, very busy. A mother of 10 children, the English-born woman lived around the world with her Armed Forces families. Her father rose to the rank of army major in the Royal Engineers and moved his family around the United Kingdom and to Hong Kong. Her first husband was in the air force and they also moved frequently,
mostly across Canada. In total, she has lived in 46 homes. In spite of her large f a m i ly a n d re l o c a tions every two years, Paterson not only found time to paint but to attend classes and to write poems and books, including an autobiography titled Do It Whichever Way You Can. She was encouraged to keep going with her art after winning a prize in the first exhibit she entered in 1962. Now, at 86, the multiaward winning artist said she “continues to mature” with her work. And, this month, Paterson will display 30 acrylic paintings, dating back to 1982, that “gives
the audience a chance to see how the artist changes,” she said. Her solo show, titled A Renaissance Woman Artist, starts tomorrow (Thursday) in the Leonore Peyton Salon at Coquitlam’s Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave.). The opening reception runs from 7 to 9 p.m. and also features new exhibits by Lili Masbough as well as m e m b e r s f ro m t h e Fraser Valley Chapter of the Federation of Canadian Artists. The three exhibits close June 4. • For more information, call 604-664-1636 or visit www.placedesarts. ca.
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HERE SHE GOHS A young ballerina who studies at Coquitlam’s Place des Arts will spend July in the Goh Ballet Summer Dance Intensive on full scholarship. Jeannine Haller, 14, a New Westminster resident, won the accolade after taking first place for both her solo set piece and solo variation en point number at the HALLER Surrey Festival of Dance last month. Haller said she had been looking at dance schools for the summer “so winning this just gives me an opportunity to do what I love to do,” she said. The Grade 9 home-schooled teen has been under the instruction of PdA’s Lucienne Anczykowski for eight years and was inspired to starting ballet by her babysitter, who showed Haller her pointe shoes.
CIRKIDS Four young performers from the Tri-Cities are in the new CircusWest show at the PNE, which starts tomorrow (Thursday). The Journey to Lost Lagoon, which runs May 12 to 15, is part of Vancouver’s 125th anniversary celebrations and includes Coquitlam’s Danika Revesz, 16, and Hallie Jones, 12, as well as Vanessa Sullivan, 14, of Port Moody, and Kaitlynn DuSomme, 12, of Port Coquitlam. The production showcases Stanley Park landmarks. Tickets at $18/$15/$12 are available by calling 604-252-3679 or visiting www.circuswest.com.
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Best is best at B.C. championship By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS
When the Charles Best secondary AAA high school soccer squad knocked off North Delta in the provincial final on Friday they did more than take home a championship banner. With the victory the squad becomes only the fifth team in league history to win back-to-back titles, a feat that was not lost on coach Alfonso Napoletano after the game. “The boys were very motivated to repeat the championship because they knew it had been rare,” he said. “I am so proud of the boys and was very pleased with their work ethic, teamwork and dedication.” Charles Best got off to a strong start in the final game, taking a 2-0 lead in the first 20 minutes. Austin Derksen scored the first of the match before Challen Rogers notched the second goal on a header in the early minutes of the game. But a persistent North Delta squad was not deterred by the early deficit. The opposition squad managed to get back in the game in the second half, notching two quick goals to tie things up. However, Charles Best was able to find another gear in extra time, with team captain Fahim Kamarli scoring in the third minute on a free kick. After the goal Napoletano inserted two defensive midfielders into the lineup and managed to protect the lead for the remaining 12 minutes. “It was an entertaining game,” he said after the match. “Equally matched, great quality soccer and a great display of skills.” The win puts the team in elite company. Since the current tournament format was developed in 1970 only four other squads have been able to repeat. Two teams managed back-to-back victories in the 1970s, one squad managed the feat in the 1980s and another in the 1990s. A sting y defense helped Charles Best on its way to the championship title, as the squad only allowed one goal before the final match. The team played to a 0-0 tie in the opening game against Langley and followed up the bout with a 3-0 win over Oak Bay secondary. In Game
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On-field brawl breaks out after match A brawl that ended a AAA provincial soccer tournament on Friday in Burnaby was a disappointing end to a spectacular game that saw Dr. Charles Best secondary beat North Delta secondary 3-2 in overtime, says coach Alfonso Napoletano. “Our team’s celebration was cut short after the game because of the incident and the Best boys are a bit upset that they didn’t get much recognition at the
field or in the paper for what they did on the soccer pitch,” Napoletano stated in an email. The brawl apparently started when a Charles Best fan taunted the losing North Delta team. Eyewitnesses reported that the fan was knocked down and kicked several times until he was rescued by a teacher. No one was available to comment from North Delta secondary but Best principal
Mary O’Neill said no disciplinary action is planned because none of the individuals involved were Best students and the fan who reportedly taunted North Delta is a Best graduate. “I just think it’s so very unfortunate,” O’Neill said. “It took away from the accomplishment and celebration our boys achieved and worked very, very hard for all year.” dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
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Adanacs dominate Victoria By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Wesley Berg scored seven goals in 14-3 Coquitlam Jr. Adanacs drubbing against the Victoria Shamrocks in a B.C. Jr. A Lacrosse League match at the Coquitlam Sports Centre Sunday night. Berg lit up Shamrocks goalie Scott Bannister, who was yanked in the first period in favour of Cory Mayzes. Even with the change in net the Adanacs forward was still able to notch two more goals against the backup as the squad
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We offer the following programs: • F/T day care (7am - 6 pm) • Full day Kindergarten (7am 6 pm) • Before and after Kindercare servicing Glenayre Elementary (limited spaces) • AM Preschool programme (limited spaces) • Music programme For more information on our programmes please visit us at www.glenayremontessori.com We are conveniently located on the school grounds of Glenayre Elementary. Please contact us at 604-937-0084
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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES M.I.C.S GROUP OF HEALTH SERVICES. (View job ad at www.micsgroup.com.) Fax: 705-258-2645 resumes@micsgroup.com Clinical Pharmacist: Permanent Full Time ($120,000-$150,000+Benefits) To provide services and oversee three Hospital sites within MICs. Qualifications: Degree in Pharmacy (BScPhm, PharmD) Licensed with the Ontario College of Pharmacy. Recent/current acute
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COQUITLAM BASED roll off company seeks CLASS 3 DRIVER with air. F/T day shift. Full compensation package and competitive wages. Email resume & driver abstract to: sales@wescandisposal.com or Fax 604-526-8086. DRIVER - Fraser Valley based heavy haul trucking company has opening for one qualified class 1 driver. Must have min 2yrs exp., be bondable and able to cross the border. Fax resume & abstract to 604-852-4112 . No phone calls PLS EXPERIENCED WELDERS, HOECHUCKERS, Wheel loader Operators & Truck Drivers. Queen Charlotte Islands. Full/part time positions. Contact Merewyn. Fax 1 250557-4306 Email: obracct@qcislands.net Professional tow truck driver, No record, clean abstract. Send resume to help@ benjamintowing.ca
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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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AUJLAS’ FARMS LTD FARM LABOURERS required 5 or 6 Days/Week 40 or 50 Hours/Week $9.28/Hour Horticultural work such as: Planting, pruning, spacing and harvesting the crop. Employment starts early July’11 Submit your application to: 604-789-5695 or by Fax:604-465-9340 or by mail:12554 Woolridge Rd., Pitt Meadows, B.C. V3Y 1Z1
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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.
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ADMIN ASSISTANT trainees needed! Large & small firms seeking admin staff! No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-5127116. Attention Students SUMMER WORK Flex. sched., $17 base-appt, customer sales/svc, cond. apply. No exp needed. 604678-1065 summeropenings.ca ATTN. EMP Level 3 and EMR medics! Camp positions for projects in BC, Yukon and NWT. 3 yrs medic/cook exp an asset.Send resume to ken@alphasafety.net or fax to 403.352.6308
Community Support Worker Full, Part and Casual staff required for supporting individuals with physical and mental disabilities. First Aid / CPR and valid Drivers license required. Competitive wages (union rates and benefits) Must be available weekends and overnight. Send resumes to: Younghusband Resources Ltd. # 100 - 1628 Kebet Way Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 5W9 or E-mail: Jason@younghusband.ca or Fax : 604-552-1206 FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944
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Out of Care Options Program Outreach Counsellor This position is temporary at 25 hrs/per wk. Position to start June 2011. Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Community Services is an equal opportunity employer
For further information please refer to our website at:
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Due to the nature of the position, applicants must reside in the immediate Tri-Cities area. E-mail resume: ekrautsack@homeinstead.com
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FABRICATORS The Lemare Group is currently seeking applicants for Production Accountant. The successful applicant will have a strong accounting background that might include 4th level CGA courses or better. Computer literacy is essential with Accpac, Word and Excel experience an asset. The successful applicant will have experience in the forest industry. Strong organizational skills are required to be effective in this busy environment. Competitive salary is commensurate with experience. Applicant must be willing to relocate to Port McNeill, Vancouver Island. Please fax resumes to 250-956-4888 or email to: ray@lemare.ca.
The Lemare Group is currently seeking contract coastal hand fallers for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to: office@lemare.ca or fax 250-956-4888. WANTED: Servers, bartenders, barrista’s & cooks @ Telegraph Cove Resorts Ltd. Send resume to Box 1, Telegraph Cove, BC V0N 3J0. Fax: 250-928-3105 or email: tcrltd@island.net. Attn: Taso.
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Family Caregivers Wanted Are you interested in making a difference in the life of a youth who needs your help? PLEA Community Services Society of BC is looking for individuals to provide live-in care for youth aged 12 to 18. We have the homes, and we need you! Training and support is provided for qualified applicants. If interested, please call a member of our Family Recruiting Team at:
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
F/T Japanese cook needed at Kisoya ($17/hr) Must have 3+yr exp.grad of high, basic Korean//Will handle fish+seafood,make sushi+rolls,plan menu//send resume to: kisoyasushi@hotmail.com or 1475 Prairie Ave. Port Coquitlam BC V3B1T3
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Medium-size manufacturing plant requires qualified steel fabricators with experience in structural sheet and plate work. Please apply in writing to:
Wellons Canada Corp. 19087 96th Avenue Surrey, BC V4N 3P2 Fax: (604) 888-2959 Attn: Manufacturing Manager
Foremen, Pipelayers, Operators & Skilled Labourers required for a BC owned and operated company. Must have 3 yrs. experience in underground utility and a valid drivers license. Fax resume 604-881-2412 or e-mail: info@pedrecontractors.com LIVE, PLAY, WORK on the beautiful Sunshine Coast! Permanent, full-time employment for mechanic/welder, excavator operator, truck drivers. Fax resume to Direct Disposal 604-885-6669. NORTHWEST FABRICATORS LTD. of Athabasca, Alberta currently has openings for structural fitters/welders. Shop based only in the Town of Athabasca. Resume may be sent to main@nwfltd.net or faxed to 780-675-4970. WELDERS - seeking welders for custom manufacturing environment. Competitive wages, Benefits, RRSP’s & Apprenticeship opportunities. Apply to: Do All Metal Fabricating, Estevan, SK. Email: jhoward@doallmetal.com Fax: 306634-8389
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Women self News Ltd. in Port Moody is hiring a full-time
GRAPHIC DESIGNER *REQUIREMENTS: Completion of college diploma or university degree in graphic design or related field, basic knowledge of English necessary. *PREFERENCES: Experience in graphic design, and knowledge of Korean language are assets. *DUTIES: Assist marketing team by supporting graphic tasks & projects in a publishing company on a daily basis; Plan and establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials for each of company’s projects; Develop graphic elements which meet the objectives of company’s various projects; Support artwork for all methods of print production including advertising, corporate identity and brochures; Develop 3D promotion production and brochure by creating and deploying various graphic design, and conduct video editing *WAGE: $23.50/hr, 40 hrs/week, 2 weeks’ vacation after 1 year of employment. Send resumes to:
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MEDICAL/DENTAL
MEDICAL OFFICE trainees needed! Hospitals & doctors need medical office & medical admin staff! No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-748-4126.
FULL TIME Green House workers $10/hour. Apply in person 13460 Rippington Rd., Pitt Meadows.
Home Instead Senior Care is currently recruiting a part-time approx 25hrs per week Customer Service Representative with a strong sales background. The CSR is responsible for researching and identifying sources for client referrals.
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Move to the big leagues. Finning, the world’s largest Cat dealer, is hiring heavy equipment technicians in western Canada. Finning technicians are backed by leading-edge technical support and work in an environment that values safety, continuous learning and career mobility.
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Janitorial Franchise Opportunity For sale in Pt Coq. Earn $3000/mo. Investment req’d. 604-317-7222. SPORTSMOMSNETWORK IS LOOKING FOR A LOCAL SPORTSMOM! Do you want to start your own business? Do you want the flexibilty to work and still have time with your family? Are you connected to the local sports in your community? We are looking for a sportsmom to join our team. We already have business ready for you. We need someone who has a love for sports and has the local relationships in your community. If you are interested, please email cthorpe@sportsmomsnetwork.com.
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Req. for West Coast Moulding & Millwork, Port Kells BC. Must have previous exp. running moulders & capability of grinding profile knifes, set-up of moulder heads & complete knowledge of a moulders operations. Positive attitude, dedication & willingness to learn rewarded with: • Advancement Opportunities • Excellent Remuneration & Benefits. Please Fax resume: 604-513-1194 or E-mail: jobs @westcoastmoulding.com
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A PA R T M E N T / C O N D O M I N I U M MANAGERS (CRM) home study course. Many jobs registered with us across Canada! Thousands of grads working! Government certified. 30 years of success! www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest, regardless of your credit. Steady Income? You may qualify for instant help. Considering Bankruptcy? Call 1-877-220-3328 FREE Consultation Government Approved, BBB Member *10.5% Targeted ROI Paid Monthly • Federally Regulated – Audited Annually • RRSP, RIFF, RESP, LIRA, etc. Eligible • Backed by the hard asset of Real Estate To find out more visit: www.TheAlternative.ca or contact Jerome Lochkrin 778-297-5053 or info@thealternaitve.ca * Historical performance does not guarantee future returns. $500 LOAN, NO CREDIT REFUSED. Fast, Easy and Secure. 1877-776-1660 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
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 257
DRYWALL
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.
Ceiling Restoration: taping & boarding respray, repaint, trowel over, 30 yrs exp. Del 604-505-3826 FRANKS Drywall *Boarding*Taping *Spraying no job too sm. Seniors rts Free ests. 604-939-7029, 809-1945
NEED CASH TODAY?
BIG MOUNTAIN Electric Lic # 104607 - Bonded, exp. friendly service. Reasonable price. No job too sm. Reno’s/Additions 778-892-4299
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING
Tax Returns • Corporate • Personal • Discount for Seniors
604-468-2287 accountableaccounting.ca
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POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Service to all Makes of Appliances & Refrigeration. Work Guaranteed
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CLEANING SERVICES
3 Ladies Maid Service Fast and Reliable. $25/hr. 778-318-4716 ~~ A GIFT OF TIME ~~ Clean to Perfection. Reliable/Honest ICBC & Veteran’s claims. Lic’d / Ins. Windows Free. 778-840-2421 CLEANING SPECIAL $25/hour minimum 2hrs. Price includes cleaning supplies. Also laminate flooring and paint specials. Free estimates. A-TECH Services at 604-230-3539 Clean Sweep Established husband & wife team Res. & Comm. Customized detailing. Green products supplied. Refs avail. Janet - (604)466-1431
~DEEP & SPARKLING~
CLEANING SERVICES We do both
COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
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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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
FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS
VISION EXOTIK FLOORING INC. - Hardwood Floor Specialist -Installation, Sanding, Refinishing Express your unique and individual style with a custom stain. Dust free sanding. 778-995-Wood (9663). View our picture gallery at www.visionexotik.com
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GARDENING
15% SENIORS DISCOUNT lawn cuts, aerating, power-raking, pruning, hedge trimming, trees, 23 yrs. exp. Free est. Brad 778-552-3900
Alpine Landscaping
✶ 2011 Spring Special ✶ $95 includes: Aeration, Moss Control & Fertilization Now accepting NEW 10 day weekly lawn mowing customers. ✓Installation ✓ Maintenance ✓Renovations ✓Call a Profes.
CONCRETE & PLACING
NO JOB TOO SMALL
ATC LANDSCAPE Landscape Maintenance Services • Spring Yard Clean-Ups • Lawn Maintenance • Gardening • Hedge & Tree Trimming • Cedar Fencing
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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CONTRACTORS
The Glasser Group - We specialize in all construction projects. New home,additions,renovations, decks, garages,sheds. Check out our website: www.glasserconstruction.ca or call Mike 604.761.1362
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DRYWALL
ALL PHASES DRYWALL • Taping • Texture • Spraying 30 yrs. Tidy Workplace. Free Est. No job too small.Eric 778-898-9806
www.atclandscape.com COQUITLAM LANDSCAPING ★ SPRING CLEANUP ★ S S S S
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Yard Maintenance Hedge Trimming~Tree Pruning Lawn Cuts ~ Weeding Retaining Wall
Fully Insured All Work Guaranteed. Call John
604-464-8700 ~ 778-867-8785 GREENPRO Landscaping. Lawn cuts, pruning, full yard maintenance & installation. Fast & dependable. Incl odd jobs. Call: 604-537-5536 JL’S LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE. Email jllandscapingandlawncare.@gmail.com 778-385-0875
MISC SERVICES
Meadows Landscape Supply
604-465-1311
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MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle. Senior- Student Discount available. 604-800-9488. ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
AFFORDABLE MOVING
.Jim’s Mowing Spring Services - jimsmowing.ca
RAZAR DELIVERIES
Local & Long Distance
Topsoil/Lawn & Garden - $24/yrd
From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Insured ~ Licenced ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
$45/Hr
Aged Mushroom Manure - $15/yrd Steer Manure - $15/yrd.
Wash Sand, 3/4 Clear Crush, & 3/4 Drain Rock - $25/yrd
604-537-4140
Pea Gravel, Birds/Eye and Road Mulch. $30/yrd 1 to 10 YRDS. DELIVERD
Call Kelly
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS Always! Gutter, window cleaning, pressure washing, lawn maintains, yard clean-up. Simon 604-230-0627 DEMOSSING. Gutter Cleaning. Repairs. Roofing. Power Washing, painting, cedar ridgecap. Jeff’’s House Ext. 604-802-6310
M.T. GUTTERS Professional Installation 5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Soffit 28 YRS EXP. *FULLY INSURED
Cleaning & Repairing Call Tim 604-612-5388
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NO JOB TOO SMALL!
Exp’d in over 30 lines of work. For positive results call Robert. 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 SERVICE CALLS WELCOME
N.W. Construction
************************************* * HANDYMAN SERVICES * Kitchen/Bath Reno & Repair * All types of flooring * Custom Built Sheds NO job TOO small Work Guaranteed. References. Over 20 Years Experience. Free Estimates 604-790-5939
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# 1 PAY-LESS Painting Ext./Int. SPRING Special LOOK for our YARD SIGNS
D Garden Blend Soil D Lawn Blend Soil D Custom Blends avail. D Composted Mushroom Manure NO Wood byproducts used
When QUALITY Matters all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements
Serving Tri City 31 Yrs. Call 24 Hrs/7 Days paylesspainting.multiply.com
Scott 604-891-9967 2 HUNGRY PAINTERS & Power Washing. Low prices. Int/Ext. Man & wife 75 years combined exp. 604.467.2532 twohungrypainters.ca A-1 EXTERIOR/ INTERIOR. Quality job, senior rates, free est, residential, commercial. Refs. 15 yrs exp. No job too small.Call 604-476-0766 “
(604)465-1311
meadowslandscapesupply.com
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PLUMBING
✔ ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS Call Niko Plumbing Ltd. 24/7. Res/Com, plugged drains. h/w tanks. ★15 yrs exp. 604-837-6640 $69/HR. Lic., Insured. Experienced & friendly service. Clogged drains, garburators, leaks & more. Sm jobs OK. Call anytime 604-805-2488.
604-465-3189
ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582
A-TECH Services 604-230-3539
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $269, 2 coats
Instant Grassifacation!
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com
PRESSURE WASHING
BESTCO ROOFING LTD. Res., Comm. Tar, gravel, torch-on, Sheet Metal, Duroids. Fully Ins. WCB Cov. BBB. All kinds of roofing. New & reroofing. Gill 604-727-4806 or Charlie 604-773-3522 GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs BBB, WCB $2m Liability. Clean Gutters $80. 24 hrs. 7dys/wk. 604-240-5362 JJ ROOFING. New Roofs/Re-Roofs / Repairs. Summer Special ~ 20% Off. Free Est. Refs. WCB Insured. Member BBB. Jas @ 604-726-6345
SWIMMING POOLS/ HOT TUBS
ALL PURPOSE EXTERIORS inc Swimming pool sales and installations. Liner replacements, solar panels & heaters. Transparent polymer Gazebos & Solariums for half the price of Glass. Mathieu 778237-1665 visit www.allpurposeexteriors.ca
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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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RUBBISH REMOVAL
#1 DUMP YOUR JUNK No job too small.On time every time 604-939-0808 D 604-649-4339
RECYCLE-IT!
HOME RENOVATION 15 Years Experience www. mmsparklingservice.com FREE ESTIMATE
16897 Windsor Road Pitt Meadows (Turn right 1st road East of Pitt River Bridge from Vancouver)
EARTH FRIENDLY On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!
604.587.5865
MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
www.recycle-it-now.com
Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certifi ed Arborist
EXTRA
CHEAP (778)997-5757, (604)587-5991
Haul Anything... 604.
Free Estimates * Fully Insured
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Landscaping
“JUST A GREAT JOB!”
*Retaining Walls *Interlocking *Fencing *Drainage *Decking *New Lawns *Hedges 16 Years exp. - Work Guaranteed Free Est. & Ref’s avail. anytime Cel:604-836-6519, 778-285-6510
Robert J. O’Brien
604-728-5643
Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988
WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com
★ ★CALL NOW★ ★ LOW COST RUBBISH REMOVAL
★ Disposal ★ Renovations Debris ★ Construction ★ Drywall Pickup ★ Demolition ★ 7 days/week ★ Free Estimates ★
Isaac 604-727-5232 PRO ✶ ACC PAINTING LTD ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
- Est. 1989 F WCB, Insured, Licensed F Free Estimates F Many References F All Types of Painting
Ph: 942-4383 Fax:942-4742
www.proaccpainting.com
WINDOW CLEANING
*GENTLEMEN* WINDOW Cleaning Window & Gutter Cleaning. Pressure Washing. Call Micah for a free estimate 604-230-0429
PETS
220.JUNK(5865)
bradsjunkremoval.com NO Headaches NO Surprises NO Excuses
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Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work
But Dead Bodies!!
604-465-9812 1-800-663-5847
MISC SERVICES
TRI CITY TREE SERVICE All Tree Services -- Fully Insured -24 Hrs 604-462-0865
JUNK REMOVAL
RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!
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Dean 604-834-3076
WDesign & Renovations WCedar Decks WFences WWooden Retaining walls Home Renovations Call Patrick for a free est.
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EXTERIOR / INTERIOR PAINTING
www.metrovanhome.ca
Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more * 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE* INSURED ~ WCB
Woodland Decks
604-351-6245
Danny’s Painting. Interior & Exterior, Free Estimates, Written Guarantee, full issued WCB cover. Danny 778-385-5549
30 Years Experience Licensed - Insured
Home Renovations and New Construction
Free estimates 604-418-8340
Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
Prompt Delivery Available
✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Grave Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel
ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.
The DECK Guys
D Sundeck / Patio Construction D Re-build/Extend Existing Decks D Authorized vinyl deck installers D Aluminum, glass, wood railings D Sundeck & Vinyl Repairs D 5 Year Warranty on Vinyl *Work Guaranteed *References *Over 20 Years Experience.
17607 FORD ROAD, PITT MEADOWS PICK-UP ...... OR .... DELIVERY
• Kitchens • Bathrooms • Remodeling • Decks
Seven Days a Week
Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.
PAVING/SEAL COATING
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
D Free estimates D Insured Licensed D References Residential D Pressure Washing
Getting a job couldn’t be easier!
The Basement Finishing Specialists * Bathroom Renovations * Drywall * Electrical * Carpentry * Ceremic Tiles * Plumbing * Sundecks * Laminate Flooring * Refs Avail. HANDYMAN / REPAIRS/RENOS CALL WALTER (604)790-0842
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Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing, gates. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
Call Ian 604-724-6373
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Alberto - 604-461-7679 Cel: 604-319-7671 TOTAL CARE HOME REMODELLING
604-328-6387
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Running this ad for 7yrs
1 CALL DOES IT ALL. Reno’s, bathrooms, kitchens, ceramic tiling, hardwood, laminate, granite tops. Call: Carlo (604)818-5919. A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
Interior/Exterior. FREE Estimates. Quality job. Fully insured - WCB Please call Sonly.
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
ANDY’S LANDSCAPE DESIGN planting/paving/retaining, all deck/patio /pond/new lawn...19 years exp. Majored in Landscape Architecture. 778-895-6202 www.andyslandscape.ca
Special pkg $89. Call 604-945-5801
QUALITY RENOVATIONS
SL PAINTING
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LANDSCAPING
SUNDECKS
SEASIDE PAINTING
NEED PLUMBING? Dan’s Your Man! Lic’d & Insured. Free Est. Dan @ 604.418.6941
Gary 604-690-7JNL (7565) “Family Owned & Operated in the Tri-Cities”
Furnace & Duct Cleaning
604-949-1900
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& Decking 604-462-8528, 218-9618
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.
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
HANDYPERSONS If I can’t do it ..... it can’t be done!
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
RENO & REPAIR
604-763-4215 or 604-341-4524
Always! Pwr. raking, grass cutting, fertilizing, hedging, pruning, Rubbish rem. Free Est. 604-230-0627
604.720.2853
Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds $59.00 Per Ton
604 - 961 - 8595
Fully Insured. Member of BBB. PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 32 Years Exp. Free Estimates.
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SBroken Concrete RocksS $22.00 Per Metric Ton SMud Dirt Sod ClayS $22.00 Per metric Ton
POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin. Repairs, Staining. Free Est.. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-468-4117.
PLEASE CALL
HERFORT CONCRETE
FENCING
1-A1 BRAR CEDAR FENCING, chain link & landscaping. Block retaining wall. Reasonable rates. Harry 604-719-1212, 604-306-1714 FENCE-IT-RIGHT Installations -604.639.6626 Cedar, Chain Link, Ornamental iron, Vinyl (Insured, Experienced, Competitive Pricing)
778-996-1978
DALL’ANTONIA CONCRETE Seniors disc. Friendly, family bus., 40+ yrs. 604-240-3408/604-299-7125
GARDENING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
✶Dump Site Now Open✶
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE
We charge the cheapest price ever. Only $20/Hr We always do an excellent job.
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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
269 JIM PUGH Owner/Technician 30 Yrs+ Experience 3755 Bracewell Court, Pt Coq. Pgr: 669-6500 #4909
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
#1167 LIC’D, BONDED. BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774
APPLIANCE REPAIRS
MAJOR Appliance Repairs to All Makes
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RED’S RUBBISH REMOVAL. & Home Maintenance. Reasonable rates. Call Red 604-290-7033.
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk. Simon 604-230-0627 will spread
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PETS
2 Black & White Cats need home. Baby has allergies. Indoor/outdoor. Affectionate. (604)217-6898 ADORABLE SPIRITED 4 mo. old P.B. Beagle, has all papers, shots & toys. $450 firm. Cecillia 858-5451 BOXER PUPS, 3F/2M, fawn, p/b, $850. Ready may 30. Call (604)798-6669 chwk CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 English Springer Spaniels, ready June not registered, $850. Call (604)795-3161 GERMAN Shepherd pups, ckc reg. parents German bloodlines with no slope, exc temperament. $750. (604)796-3026. No sun calls GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, family raised, cute, adorable, black/tan, dewormed. $600. 778-378-6151.
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PETS
LAB RETRIEVER PUPS, yellow & black, $550. Vet check, quality lineage, dew claws, 1st shots, dewormed. (604)702-0217 LABS. Yellow PB puppies, born May 1st. Dewormed, 1st shots, tattooed $750. 604-888-4662 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 PITT BULL puppy, 6 mo. old male, white chest, black, very friendly. $800. (778)858-1154 604-585-0277 PRESA CANARIO pups, black, brindle & fawn, ready to go. Dad 150lbs, Mom 120lbs. 778-552-1525 SHELTIE PUPPIES 1- white body w/black patches, rest are sable, 1st shots, dewormed (604)826-6311 SWISS mountain dog x pups ready May 17 family raised vet✓ first shot, dewormed. Lve msg 604-795-7662. VIZSLA PUPS, CKC reg’d, shots, guaranteed. $750. ph, 604-8192115 or email: vizsla@telus.net YORKIE X POMERANIAN, 2 male, 1 female, all shots, vet checked, dewormed. $550. 604-504-5438.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506
APPLIANCES
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Rebuilt*Washer*Dryer*Fridge*Stove Up to 1 Yr Warranty. Trade-in Avail.
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BUILDING SUPPLIES
DO-IT-YOURSELF STEEL BUILDINGS Priced to Clear - Make an Offer! Ask About Free Delivery, most areas! Call for Quick Quote and Free Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. SAWMILLS - Band/Chainsaw SPRING SALE - Cut lumber any dimension, anytime. MAKE MONEY and SAVE MONEY In stock ready to ship. Starting at $1,195.00. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext.400OT
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FRUIT & VEGETABLES
CHERRIES: Juliette or Carmine Jewel at $6.99/tree for full box of 90. Also Evans Cherry, Haskaps, Raspberries, Black Currants, Saskatoons, Sea Buckthorn. 1-866873-3846 or treetime.
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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.
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MISC. FOR SALE
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 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 1866-981-5991 HOT TUB COVERS & Accessories. Lowest price, highest quality. All sizes and colours available. Call 1888-611-7660. www.spasuppliesonline.ca. MOVING MUST SELL!!! Near new Furniture, Appliances, large area rugs and Misc.... (604)467-4508
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MISC. WANTED
FREE SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Cash for some complete scrap cars. 604-465-7940 or 580-3439.
REAL ESTATE 626
HOUSES FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE LOTS
630
BIG BEAUTIFUL ARIZONA LAND $99/mo. $0 down, $0 interest, Golf Course, Nat’l Parks. 1 hour from Tucson Int’l Airport Guaranteed Financing, No Credit Checks. Pre-recorded msg. 1-800-631-8164 Code 4001 www.sunsiteslandrush.com LAND LIQUIDATION 20 Acres $0 Down, $99/mo. ONLY $12,900 Near Growing El Paso, Texas (2nd safest U.S. City) Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Money Back Guarantee FREE Color Brochure 800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com
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APARTMENT/CONDO
RENTALS 706
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)
RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDO PORT COQUITLAM
1 Bdrm Top flr apt. $775 2 Bdrm Corner apt. $925 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
604-464-3550 PORT COQUITLAM
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS Canadian and US Models Custom Modular Mobile and Park Models 1500 sq. ft. Modular starting 109k 1200 sq. ft. Mobile starting @ 89K 10 year warranty 250-495-4650 jim@somhomes.com WHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models. Tremendous savings. Luxurious 1512 sq ft home including delivery and installation only US $109,950. Many other plans available. The Home Boys 877-976-3737, 509-481-9830 or www.hbmodular.com We will beat ANYONE’S price!!
CEDARWAY APT Bright & Clean 1 & 2 Bdrms 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
636
MORTGAGES
Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
MORTGAGE UP for renewal? Buying? Renovations? Credit Repair Solutions, Free professional consultation & Fast approvals. Purchases, Refinances, Equity Loans, - Kristi Mutka, BBA, AMP 604-7906225, kristimutka@securemortgage.ca
PARADISE FOUND: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, 0.83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake. Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good fishing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $260,000. 250-395-0599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/view/70mile/frank)
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
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Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
RENTALS 706
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 Professionally Managed by Gateway Property Management
APARTMENT/CONDO
1 bedroom plus den (opposite Coquitlam Aquatic Ctr) Avail. immediately, 870 sq, ft ground floor apartment with 1 bedroom and den. Two parking spots & a storage locker are included. Secure access to building and carpark. Condominium fees are incl. in the monthly rent of $1,150.00. Pets are allowed subject to strata rules. Close to Coquitlam Centre Mall, Douglas College and Westcoast Express. For viewing, please email or phone Kulwant on 604-720-6468. AVAILABLE June 1st 2bdrm 2bthrm and den, 1000 sq ft In suite w/d, dw, large patio, gym in building. $1350 mnthly. No dogs. Call 604 313-6116. Blue Mt/Austin, Avail now. 1 & 2 bdrm in quiet bldg. Incl heat & hotwater Move In Bonus 604-626-7107
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 bdrm $800 incl hot water, u/g prk, lndry facility. NS/NP. Avail. May 15 or June 1st. Call 604936-0277 or cell 604-970-1135. COQUITLAM
5 min walk to Skytrain and Mall 1 & 2 Bdrm units w/view Heat/hot water, inste storage, 4 appl’s Call 604-931-2024 www.aptrentals.net COQUITLAM Center. Bachelor & 1 bdrm apts. Incl heat, h/wtr, sec prk. N/P. Avail now. Call 604-942-2012. www.coquitlampropertyrentals.com MAPLE Ridge Downtown. 1 Bdrm . Clean, quiet bldg. Adult oriented. NP/NS. Heat, h/w, internet incl $675 mo. 604-463-7172 PORT COQUITLAM: 2 bdrm apt. $785/mo. Quiet family complex. No pets. Call 604-464-0034.
D/W, Heat and hot water included. Close to schools, shopping & public transportation.
Call 604-837-4589 www.aptrentals.net PORT MOODY
Time to move into Spring .... At, The PERFECT LOCATION! On-site Manager 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 $750/mo.
Call 604-724-6967
Welcome Home ! 1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.
Call (604) 931-2670
COQUITLAM - West
Very Large 1 Bdrm apts avail in Great Area - Blue Mtn & Austin *Nr Lougheed Mall, Shops, Bus* Well Maintained Building with Onsite Caretaker, Security Camera, NS/NP.
Ph: 604-936-4774 or 604-889-8534, 604-931-4648 MAPLE RIDGE
BRIGHT 1 BDRM 2ND FLOOR. In town. Off street prkg. $700/mo. incl heat. 604-219-0267
PORT COQUITLAM, 2043 sq ft. Ground floor, dance/fitness area. Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/Shaughnessy intersection. 604-464-3550.
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HOMES FOR RENT
PORT COQUITLAM, 1596 Suffolk, 3/bdrm, 2/bath, quiet street, fnced yard, garage, $1700/mo + util. Avail June 1. Wayne (604)862-9802 PORT COQUITLAM - House 1328 Windsor Ave. Large 5 BR 3 Bath; 2450 sf; laundry; garage Fenced yard & deck; $2500 Apr. 15 Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666 PORT COQUITLAM newly reno 3 bdrm. house, 2 full baths, $1350 + utils. July 1. 778-320-8974 604945-8974 PORT COQUITLAM - ½ Rancher 3566 Handley Cr. Large 2 BR 1 Bath; 950 sf; $1150 May 15 Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666
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Call 604-465-8088 PITT MEADOWS
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: 778-882-8894 604-465-0008 or 604-465-5818
Polo Club Apartments 19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg. 3 Blocks to W.C. Express W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets
604.465.7221 PORT COQUITLAM
2 Bdrm Suites Available With Large Balcony / Patio Corner unit. 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
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224th Royal heat. pos-
SUITES, UPPER
TOWNHOUSES
COQUITLAM CENTRE AREA
TOWNHOUSES 2 & 3 Bedrooms Available *Near schools *5 Appliances *Decorative Fireplaces *No Pets *Avail Immediately MOVE IN BONUS
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2001 HONDA ACCORD. 2 dr, auto, V6, S. roof, leather, 130 K, $5860 obo. Aircrd. for 2 yrs. 778-895-7570 2001 MAZDA MPV ES, lther, sunroof, dual a/c, fog lights, gold, beige int., 192K. $5450. (604)825-2393 2004 Mazda 6, Black,4 Door, Loaded, Air, Moon Roof, Fog Lamps, 5 CD Player Audio System. Power Locks and Windows, Anti-Theft System, New Tires, New Battery, Good Condition. Low Kilometres. Ready To Go. Asking $10,000. 604 - 460-9890 Mon-Fri 12pm - 5pm.
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VEHICLES WANTED
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RECREATIONAL/SALE
2006 25’ TRAVEL TRAILER, sleeps 6, slide out, exc. cond. $14,900. Tom (604)531-2984 2006 NORTHSHORE 30 FT Travel trailer, 36” dble slides, bunk units, fully loaded $24,000. 604-824-8970
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Call 604-942-2012 COQUITLAM
Crescentview
CA$H
Renovated townhomes in magnificent area. Basement, patio, new appliances, garage.
Top Dollar Today!
Scrap Cars & Trucks
Call 604-834-4097 www.aptrentals.com
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
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TRANSPORTATION
750
1998 CADILLAC CATERA - 135K, 4 dr. auto, leather, loaded, local, new tires / brakes, runs great, $2300obo. Must See 778.895.4260 1999 MALIBU LS, 4 door, 129K, p/w, p/l, p/s, tilt, cruise. Sport whls. Exc. cond. $2400. 604-309-4001. 2001 BUICK LA SABRE LTD/. 119.ks, immac. cond., lther, h/seats $7900. Like new. 778-565-1097 2001 PONTIAC MONTANA 137,000km. Runs great, auto. $3600. obo (604)535-8940 2005 CHEVY IMPALA exc cond, low km’s, A/C, seats 6, 4/door, $5500/obo. Al / Erika 604-346-0548
PT COQ Citadel Hts 1bdrm bsmt suite, priv ent, insuite laundry, N/P, refs, Immed. $650 incl utils.
POCO DOWNTOWN 1 Bdrm. Apartment Rent incls. freshly prepared meals, cable, housekeeping, emergency response & activities. www.rjkent.com 2675 Shaughnessy St. Call: 778-285-5554
1998 Audi A4 quattro, V6, 5spd, 317KM. $3000 obo. 250-307-1215.
PT COQ Central 1bdr townhse lrg single garage, gas f/p, 5appls, NS/NP, refs, avail now. $850.
747B SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING All-Inclusive Seniors Residence
CARS - DOMESTIC
Professional Property Management Services for LANDLORDS (Tri City)
PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1005/mo - $1089/mo. Shares req’d. No subsidy available. Orientation 2nd & 4th Sun. 2 pm & 3rd Tues. 7 pm each mo. 19225 119th Ave., Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2B2. Leave msg 604-465-1938 PORT COQUITLAM: 2 Bdrm T/H’s, $830/mo. Quiet family complex. No pets. 604-464-0034.
604-219-0267
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1981 MONTE CARLO power roof, landau top, Air Cared until May 12, all power, $4900. (604)462-9306 1997 BUICK PARK AVE. Loaded, leather, heated certified, private $5900. 604-364-1554
604-464-7548 #1 IN RENTALS (Since 1990)
RETAIL/OFFICE SPACE Approx. 600 sq.ft. Off Maple Ridge, close to bank. June 1. $825incl Store front exposure & sible incentives.
TRANSPORTATION
SUITES, LOWER
PORT COQUITLAM - Suite 1763 Pitt River Rd. Large 2 BR Reno’d 1 Bath; 875 sf; $850 NOW Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666
OFFICE/RETAIL
CHELSEA PARK APTS
Conveniently located. Nice, bright & large suites. No pets.
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Port Coquitlam. Retail 1236 s/f. June 1. A/C. Exc. loc. across frm City Hall. Bill Evans 604-836-2494
PITT MEADOWS
1 & 2 Bdrms Apts, Also 3 Bdrm T/Homes Avail
750
MAPLE RIDGE. 2 bdrm. bright 1000 sf. sep ent, incl. heat/light. Sat TV, sec sys., shred w/d. Avail now. $900. Ns/np. N/D. 604-476-0778. NEW WESTMINSTER. Bright bsmt bachelor suite in quiet area. Near amen. NP/NS. Util. incl. shrd ldry & priv. entry. Suits one. Damage deposit & refs. $575/mo 604-534-1922 POCO: Harbour St. 2 bdrm G/L suite, priv ent, lrg kitchen, all appls, laundry, full bath, NP-NS, quiet clean $835+1/3 util. 604-945-5758 PORT COQUITLAM. Near Mary Hill Bypass. 1 Bdrm gr/lvl. Suit quiet person. NP/NS. Now or June 1st. $750 incl hydro. 604-941-0218 PORT COQUITLAM. New lrg 3 bdrm. W/D. May 15. No dogs $800. 778-386-0024,604-590-2827. PORT COQUITLAM north side, 1 bdrm. above grnd., Cedar & Prairie, quiet area, ns/np. Share ldry. $725. Utils incl. Avail. now. 604-728-7404 PORT COQUITLAM N. side, X-Lrg 2bdrm, with laundry, $900 incl utils. Ns/np, avail now. 604-866-8182. PORT MOODY. Bright 1 bdrm $725 +20%utils. Free lndry. nr Newport Village. np/ns. Ju 1. 604-469-9402.
RENTAL Port Moody, Inglenook 801 Klahanie, Top floor Apt. 2 bed 2 bath, Avail June 15th. 5 appliances, 9 ft. Ceilings, 980 sq. ft. unit, incl. storage, 2 secure u/g parking. Full rec. facilities. Non Smoking, No Pets $1,450/mon Call: 604-9369781
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL COQUITLAM
RECREATIONAL
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BURNABY
EXQUISITE SANCTUARY Fabulous 2.26 private acres with creek in beautiful Alberni Valley on Vancouver Island. Enchanting 3600 sq.ft. 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom custom built 1995 home. Outstanding 57x40 shop with own bathroom, lots of parking. Features hardwood, tile throughout, custom cabinetry. Gas fireplaces, stove, heat and hot water; ensuite with soaker tub. Thinking of a life style change? Move to Vancouver Island. Even better, move to Port Alberni, the Salmon Capital of the World! Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this “one of a kind” property. Asking $649,000 RE/MAX Mid Island Realty Port Alberni, B.C. John Stilinovic 250-724-4725 Toll Free 1-877-723-5660
RENTALS
778.772.4724 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
AUTO FINANCING
SUITES, LOWER
ANMORE. 1 bdrm on acre, 1000 sf, priv entry, covered deck, shrd W/D. N/P, suits 1, $695 + utils. May 20th. Call 604-506-1034. COQUITLAM,1 bdr.bsmt.suite for rent.$650/mo.incl.heat,hydro & h/w Close to all amens.Avail.now.N/S ! Indoor cat ok. Call after 5PM@778997-3962 COQUITLAM - Nice 2 bdrm suite, full kitchen, w/d, new flring, granite cnter tops, f/p. $945 mo + 1/3 utils. Avail. May 15th. (604)729-8195 COQUITLAM North, 2 bdrm grnd lvl suite with storage, 1.5 baths, priv entry, large patio, w/d, 5 appli’s. N/S, N/P, $1080/mo incl utils/cable. Avail June 1st. Call 604-552-3307. COQUITLAM: Oxford Hts. Quiet St. 2 bdrm grnd lvl ste. $850/incl utils. Avail. June 1. N/P, N/S. 604-9416143 or 604-722-3346 COQUITLAM. Reno’d 3 bdrm lower ste. H/w flrs. dryer. Nr Coq Ctr, Sep ent. $1200 incl utils. 604-944-9130. COQUITLAM. Very clean quiet lrg 1 bdrm suite. Sep ent. Nr Coq. ctre. Incl laundry, all uitls, internet. N/S. N/P. $750. June 1. 604-464-1085. COQUITLAM West 1 bdrm bsmt sparking clan & bright sunken l/rm. sep d/rm. Onsite owners. Priv ent. prkg, hydro incl. Lndry. N/s n/p. Avail June 1. $725. 604-937-5177 COQUITLAM WW Plateau. 1 Bdrm +den, grnd lvl, priv ent, h/w flrs, full bath, alarm, w/d. Ns/Np, avail June 1. $820/mo incl utils. 778-231-9604.
$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
SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288 The Scrapper
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TRUCKS & VANS
1997 RANGER XLT super cab, 4 X 2, 1 owner, loaded, extras. $3,500. Phone (604)463-2507
The Executor Office, for the GUSTAVO ADOLFO SANCHEZ Estate, has been permanently occupied by: Gustavo Adolfo Sanchez, on my own right and sole ability to obtain a CERTIFICATE OF BIRTH. This is a Lawful Public Notice to all others who, at any time administer the above Estate: These actions are fraudulent unless verified, by a certified, and notarized copy of authorization from this office, is sent no later than May 28th, 2011 via register mail to: Attention Occupant of Executor Office. GUSTAVO ADOLFO SANCHEZ Estate. Nation Washington. General Post-Office. Harrison Ave-701. Blaine SANCHEZ Province. United States Minor, Outlying Islands. Near.[98230-9998] Warehouse Lien Act of B.C. BigSteelBox.com, 880 Lougheed Highway, Port Coquitlam, BC claims a Warehouse Lien against Pam Wyatt of Maple Ridge, BC for arrears of container rent amounting to $2037.00 plus any additional costs of storage that accrue. If not paid in full the contents (household goods) will be sold or disposed of May 19, 2011
Warehouse Lien Act We will dispose of namely one (1) 2005 Pontiac Grand AM, VIN # 1G2NW12E35M114257, registered to Emile Hector Victor Amyotte, of #253 2466 Gately Ave, Port Coquitlam, V3C 4W5, to recover $570.00 plus ongoing storage & HST. View & bid at Ginos Towing, 2645 Kingsway Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC. Date of Sale: May 20, 2011.
WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN By virtue of WAREHOUSMAN’S LIEN for COQUITLAM TOWING & STORAGE CO. LTD., we will dispose of the following units to recover the amount of indebtedness noted plus any additional cost of storage, seizure and sale. 11-138A 1994 FORD RANGER V.I.N.: 1FTCR10A5RPA55162 Registered Owner: CARLOW, GEORDIE WESLEY Indebtedness: $3039.91 11-138B 1999 FORD E350 V.I.N.: 1FTSS34F8XHB44250 Registered Owner: LANGILLE, VERNON BASIL Indebtedness: $4254.94 Day of sale is Wednesday May 25, 2011 @ 12:00 NOON. Absolute Bailiffs Inc. 20119 113B Avenue, Maple Ridge, B.C., V2X 0Z1 Contact: Sheldon Stibbs (604) 522-2773
A32 Wednesday, May 11, 2011, Tri-City News
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