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Yikes! That’s one heck of a big teddy bear

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Jonah, 2, and Atticus Chambers, 3, warily touch a stuffed bear at the annual Teddy Bear Picnic on Sunday at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park. For more photos from the picnic and parade, see pages 18 and 19.

At Buntzen, the beach is back

By Todd Coyne

Bow hunter got bear Bear injured by arrow on local farm, then tracked and killed by conservation officers

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After more than a year under water, one of the most popular attractions at Buntzen Lake has returned: the beach.

Since last May, the beach, the boat launch and many of the walking trails around the busy Anmore summer spot had been under water as BC Hydro’s $18-million turbine replacement project at its Buntzen Lake powerhouse was plagued by delays.

With the project stalled past its original November 2010 deadline, the powerhouse remained down and, instead of pumping water from Hydro’s Buntzen Lake reservoir into Indian Arm, was letting it out through the Buntzen spillway channel at the north end of the lake, which sits at a higher elevation, thereby causing higher water levels on the lake.

By Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Conservation officers tracked and shot a bear in woodlands near Minnekhada Regional Park Friday after a bowhunting incident on a neighbouring blueberry farm went awry.

Two men reportedly bow hunting with legal permits and with the permission of the farmer shot the bear with an arrow Thursday evening but didn’t kill it and the animal ran into nearby Addington Marsh Wildlife Management Area, where it was tracked and killed 18 hours later.

Coquitlam RCMP attended and the Mounties’ Air One helicopter was brought in to help find the injured bear but the file has been handed over to the B.C. Conservation Officer service, according to police spokesperson Kristina Biro.

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Leave the bruins alone Officials responsible for public safety at Minnekhada Regional Park in Coquitlam are warning people not to hang around the park looking for bears.

Freda Schade, central area manager for Metro Vancouver Regional Parks, said the park will be closed in the evening once bear season starts in earnest, probably when blueberries are ripe in July, because of problems caused by people congregating by the dozens to watch and photograph bears.

“We do a lot to try and dissuade it,” Schade said, noting that bear aware signage goes up once bears are in the area and pamphlets have been published to inform people about bears and to discourage people from bear watching. see WATCHING BEARS, page 4

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Bike paths part of new PoCo plan

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The city of Coquitlam is developing a bike route through an industrial area but the Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition has its own proposal.

Bike route to connect to NW

By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS

The city of Coquitlam is moving ahead with a hybrid bike route near the Fraser River waterfront despite objections from the Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition (VACC).

Engineering staff are proposing a temporary route that would follow United Boulevard through the industrial area, connecting New Westminster with the base of the new Port Mann Bridge.

But the Tri-Cities chapter of the VACC said cyclists would be better served by a path

through a green space along the train tracks between the Trans-Canada Highway and the city’s proposed route. The organization said its proposed route alignment is safer and would be a true greenway, separating cyclists from vehicle traffic. The VACC said the alternate path would mean crossing only one traffic intersection while the city’s plan would see cyclists cross 18 retail outlet entrances and streets.

But Bill Susak, the city’s manager of engineering, said there are several issues with the VACC’s proposal. For one, the city does not own the land the VACC requires for its

route, meaning expensive property acquisition could complicate the plan.

As well, with so much construction in the area, Susak said it is in a constant state of transition and staff would take a second look at the proposed VACC route when work is complete.

“It is considered premature at this time to pursue the alignment proposed,” he said in a letter to the VACC. “Once the [Port Mann/ Highway 1] project works are complete, the city could review the VACC alignment in context.” gmckenna@tricitynews.com

New bike paths along Kingsway Avenue and pedestrian traffic signals are just some of the capital projects outlined in the city of Port Coquitlam’s bicycle network plan.

Cycling is a major part of the city’s transportation network and numerous lanes and routes have been added since the city adopted its Master Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan in 2009.

Several new upgrades are being considered and the city has set out a timeline of five years for completion.

The projects include: • a bike/pedestrian traffic signal along the Traboulay PoCo trail at Coast Meridian and Patricia Avenue; • a bike/pedestrian traffic signal at Kelly Avenue and Shaughnessy Street and at Kelly and Mary Hill Road; • a multi-use path on the north side of Kingsway Avenue between Broadway and McLean Avenue; • and a marked bike lane on Prairie Avenue between Shaughnessy Street and Fremont Street.

The report is expected to be considered during a transportation solutions and operations committee meeting scheduled for today (Wednesday). gmckenna@tricitynews.com

Home for one, to start More housing needed Homes for Good has housed its first client; goals adjusted Articles by Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS

After two years of haggling with the provincial government and cutting through kilometres of red tape, Port Coquitlam’s Homes for Good Society has successfully housed its first client.

Since the beginning of June, the organization has housed a woman in a basement suite in PoCo using funding from the Soroptimist Society.

The initiative follows the housing-first strategy, which places homeless people in market-based housing and tops up their welfare cheque with private contributions. The model has been successful in other places, including Toronto and New York.

“It was a long time coming and it was a lot of work,” said PoCo Mayor Greg Moore, who launched the initiative in 2009. “I think the whole group was overjoyed.”

Discussions are currently underway to house a second client and he added that as the society connects more people with places to live, the process will get easier.

While Homes for Good didn’t achieve its goal of housing 40 people by the end of 2010, Moore said with the latest success, he be-

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lieves the initiative is on track. The organization now expects to house 20 people by the end of 2011, he said, noting it wants to double that number by the end of 2012.

“There will be some bumps along the way but we will learn from those and not make the same mistakes twice,” he said. “Housing the second, third and fourth person will be a lot more efficient.”

The society is now applying to the Canada Revenue Agency to receive charity status.

Once that process has concluded, Moore said the organization can focus on its fundraising efforts and provide tax receipts to people who contribute.

Housing its first client has been a long time coming for the society. One of the major hold-ups to the program, Moore said, was the fact regulations stipulate a person who receives monthly government assistance cannot receive an outside taxable benefit. The extra income the society provides its clients for market-based rents would make recipients ineligible for welfare and the programs that come with it.

After consultations with Housing Minister Rich Coleman, some of the barriers were removed and the Homes for Good Society was able to move forward.

• For more information about the Homes for Good Society and how to contribute go to w. gmckenna@tricitynews.com

Increasing the stock of affordable housing in the Tri-Cities is the provincial and federal government’s responsibility and city councils should not voluntarily take on the task.

That was the message from Coquitlam Coun. Brent Asmundson, who said municipalities are not equipped to deal with the broad issues associated with rising rental rates and property values.

“I guess my concern is how far do we take downloading into this realm of housing,” he said following an update on the city’s affordable housing strategy at Monday’s land use committee meeting. “In terms of development and density bonuses, we can do some things but we cannot meet the needs that are out there.”

Asmundson added that the federal and provincial government have not done their job of funding housing units and the city does not have the resources to subsidize housing.

A report update presented to the committee outlined several successes that the city has achieved since the affordable housing strategy was put in place in 2007, including rezoning land for a homeless shelter at 3030 Gordon Ave. and creating a transitional housing development for women and children at 528 Como Lake Ave. But with rental housing stock dwindling and property values climbing, city staff and council said finding a place to live has become increasingly difficult for lower- and

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As part of the next phase of the strategy, staff is looking at ways of allocating money collected by the city from developers through density bonuses.

Coun. Selina Robinson said the money could go a long way toward helping find a solution to the affordable housing issue in Coquitlam. “There is a real opportunity to do some real creative projects and having some money in the pot will give us the opportunity for a range of projects in the community,” she said.

Coun. Neal Nicholson concurred, saying the city needs to find a “made-in-Coquitlam solution” to the affordable housing issue.

“We have shown some leadership,” he said, “and we can show a great deal more but it does take money to do it.”

Mayor Richard Stewart said that while council supports housing affordability, he has concerns about downloading from higher levels of government and said the city has been criticized by neighbouring municipalities for taking on provincial and federal responsibilities.

Both Stewart and Coun. Mae Reid said that tax incentives are required to encourage the development of more rental stock.

According to the affordable housing strategy update, the benchmark price for detached home in Coquitlam is $697,000. gmckenna@tricitynews.com

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Members of the Conservation Officer Service were not available to comment but a spokesperson for Metro Vancouver Re gional Parks said the bear was not killed in Minnekhada Regional Park and the park was not closed to visitors. Freda Schade said the terrain likely prevented the bear from entering park boundaries and visitors were never in danger. But Schade said if the injured bruin had run into the park, “that would have been a clear situation where there’s an injured, wounded bear and the authorities would have insisted and we would [have closed the park].”

But a visitor who arrived at the park about an hour after the bear was shot by the bow hunters and running loose in neighbouring woodlands would have liked a warning or at least more information about what was going on. Karri Page said she saw police and men in camouflage dress outside the park gates at about 8 p.m. Thursday on her way to a meeting about renting the Minnekhada Lodge. She was allowed to proceed without incident, her toddler in tow, to visit the grounds and only learned that an injured bear was being tracked when she flagged down a police officer on her way out.

“If the pubic is going into parks and things and there’s an incident, maybe they should let them know,” Page said.

Coquitlam’s Bear Aware co-ordinator, Drake Stephens, said he was informed about the incident by conservation officers and said he was surprised to find out that bow hunting is legal even in a semi-rural area popular with walkers, runners and cyclists.

“I do consider it to be hazardous to be walking along the dikes and the slough and Oliver Road and having projectiles whizzing around,” said Stephens, who could not confirm details about the bear, such as whether it was male or female or known to conservation officers. Stephens said he is looking into the incident.

The owner of the blueberry farm at 4400 Oliver Rd., who requested their name not be published, said the bow hunters arrived on the farm with legal tags and were granted permission because bear hunting season is legal until June 15 and bears have been causing problems on the farm. Although it’s too early for blueberry season, bears are attracted to beehives rented for

the pollination of the blueberry crop and have been tearing them apart looking for bee larva, she said.

“On farms, you’re allowed to [hunt] at the right times,” the property owner noted, adding that bears are getting through fencing put up last year to prevent bears from congregating on the large property. Shooting bears isn’t the typical way of dealing with the problem and the farm’s electric fence wasn’t turned on because it’s early for bear season but bears have become increasingly desperate to get on to the property, the woman said.

“People don’t realize how bad it is,” she said.

“I’ve had them right in the driveway trying to climb over the gate.”

Bow hunting is legal in B.C., as is bear hunting until June 15 with appropriate per mits.

And while Coquitlam bylaws restrict the use of firearms within city limits, they can be used on farms with the permission of property owners.

Police re por t the hunters were fined for violations but The TriCity News was unable to confirm the details from the Conservation Officer Service. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

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But people are still putting themselves at risk, sometimes with children and dogs in tow, which could be a recipe for disaster. “[The public] are doing all the things they should not be doing to be safe,” Schade said.

Blueberry farmer Sid Kwantes confirmed bear watching has become a problem each summer, with cars parked along Oliver Road and families with kids even getting out to have a closer look at bears.

He also blames the attention for encouraging bear-watching.

“The media’s responsible, too,” he said. “We try to keep it on the quiet just so we don’t get hoards of people looking for bears.”

Another problem with bear watching is that it encourages the bruins to become accustomed to humans. When that happens, Coquitlam Bear Aware co-ordinator Drake Stephens said, it’s hard to get rid of the bruins and if they start causing problems, they have to be shot. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

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Before and after at Buntzen Lake: Above, the water was high last Thursday, covering the beach; below, the next day, the water level had dropped.

Coquitlam Search and Rescue crews participating in the Teddy Bear Picnic and parade on the weekend had their fun cut short when a call came in about an injured hiker at Buntzen Lake.

Search crews were called out to the west slope of the lake, along the Diez Vista Trail, where they located and then carried a woman out of the area.

Volunteer search and rescue manager Dwight Yochim said rescue officials have access to a helicopter and an ATV Argo but believed the easiest way to extract the injured person was on a stretcher.

“Her injuries and her location didn’t warrant a helicopter and our Argo had mechanical problems,” he said. “But we had enough people on the scene to do a stretcher carry.”

Yochim said the operation took about five hours. Members of the Sasamat Volunteer Fire Department, BC Ambulance Service, BC Hydro, Buntzen Lake wardens and parks staff assisted search and rescue crews. gmckenna@tricitynews.com

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But last Thursday, those 13 months of floodwaters were reversed as BC Hydro switched on the new turbine, returning the lake to normal water levels

by Friday.

Hydro spokesperson Steve Higginbottom told The Tri-City News last Friday that water levels should remain steady while sections of Buntzen’s previously submerged reservoir trail and floating bridge will be assessed for repairs and re-opened in the coming weeks.

“They’ll want to get on that fairly quickly,” Higginbottom said, adding that until then, the reservoir trail remains open but the hike takes about two to three hours longer than the usual three-to four-hour loop around the lake because of closures.

The boat launch is also slated to re-open for the summer.

Despite the seven-month delay, Higginbottom said the project remained within its $18-million budget and the new turbine is intended to last as long as its predecessor, which was installed in 1951 but had since become “no longer reliable or cost-effective to operate.”

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New solar power regs METRO CREATIVE

A number of B.C. municipalities are adopting building code rules that require new homes be built to accommodate possible solar power collectors.

New homes in Port Coquitlam and Port Moody will have to be ready for the sun under new building code regulations that will come into effect June 21.

The two cities are among 36 in the province that have agreed to adopt a new building regulation requiring new single-family homes to have an area for a solar collector — equipment

that uses the sun’s energy to heat water —although the components won’t have to be installed.

Communities have to choose to adopt the new regulation because not all can benefit from solar power. But according to the press release, the initiative will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote energy conservation.

Negative feedback on Austin plan will be considered as work proceeds on Maillardville plan

By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS

As the city of Coquitlam prepares a neighbourhood plan for Maillardville, staff and council say they are hoping to avoid some of the public consultation problems that followed a similar process in Austin Heights.

During the adoption of the Austin Heights Neighbourhood Plan, mail-outs, public input sessions, billboards and newspaper ads were used in an effort to engage the community.

But when the plan was completed and the first proposals for high-density developments went to a public hearing, many residents were outraged, saying they had no idea what was coming.

During Monday’s land use committee meeting, Coun. Selina Robinson said she hopes the city could learn from the Austin Heights process as it approached Maillardville.

“I am wondering if there are folks who might have suggested what we could have done differently,” Robinson said. “One of the concerns I have is we are going to go through this process and... when it comes to fruition there are still going to be people who say they didn’t know about it.”

Jim McIntyre, the city’s general manager of planning and development, said that while the public notification process is extensive, “there is always room for improvement.”

With the Maillardville plan, a number of mail-outs and public notices will be circulated and the city will do a better job of documenting what information has been distributed.

“We want to look at this process and redouble our efforts to make sure those who want to get involved have the opportunity to do that,” he said. “We will leave no stone unturned.”

The Maillardville Neighbourhood Plan is a document that will guide the city in land use decisions for years to come. The plan will include the area between Rochester Avenue, the Trans-Canada Highway, Laurentian Crescent and Hart and Alison streets.

During the public consultation process, residents will be invited to share their thoughts on a variety of subjects, including housing choices, multi-family developments, parks and greenways, heritage conservation, transportation and You can comment on the integration of any story you read at watershed manwww.tricitynews.com agement plans for Nelson and Como Creek.

Two public open houses will be held. The first one will be this fall and consist of discussions about the vision and principles of the plan. The second consultation will take place next winter and focus on the third phase, which includes land use concepts, policy strategies and design directions.

The city began discussing the creation of the Maillardville Neighbourhood Plan in 2009 but the initiative was put on hold in 2010 following the departure of several staffers.

According to a city report, staff is ready to reconvene the planning process and expect a document will be ready by 2012. The city is also looking for interested residents to participate in the public advisory group.

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ICBC could help curb home break-ins: critic

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ICBC officials say they’ll look at loosening the requirement to keep auto insurance papers in the vehicle — a rule some owners say leaves their homes vulnerable to burglars.

Thieves sometimes break into vehicles, get the address of the owner from the insurance papers, then loot the home.

Some even use a garage door opener from the car to get inside.

Chilliwack university instructor Ken Pugh has been pressing ICBC to act. He says crooks going for the car-home breakin combo target vehicles likely to be parked for hours at places such as movie theatres, trail heads and churches. “Sometimes, they even slash the tires so the owners can’t get home quickly,� he said. “They’ve got it down to an art.�

That threat could be eliminated, Pugh said, if ICBC let owners keep their original car insurance papers at home and use a photocopy in the vehicle with the address blacked out if they’re stopped by police. So far, ICBC officials maintain originals must stay with the vehicle and it would take provincial legislation to change that rule. “We’re taking a look at what can be done to address these concerns,� ICBC spokesperson Kathy Taylor said. “Sometimes a quick fix to a process is possible but we want to exercise due diligence to make sure we wouldn’t be creating any larger issues.�

Meanwhile, ICBC recommends storing the originals in a hidden panel or secure storage box in the vehicle, or taking them with you when you’re away from your car.

But carrying a sheaf of insurance documents is impractical, said Pugh. “I’d need a manpurse,� he said. “A wallet’s not big enough.�

And he doubts any hiding place inside a vehicle would be thiefproof.

He argues B.C. could simply follow the lead of Saskatchewan, which provides a wallet-sized card for proof of insurance and allows drivers to keep the original documents at home. “ICBC has been very slow to react to this,� he said, adding he has neighbours who are afraid to leave their homes after a flurry of break-ins.

The auto insurer doesn’t seem to care if criminals target homes, he said, but added the provincial government should if it’s serious about public safety and protecting families. “This is an outdated

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Pugh wants Public Ver meulen said it’s Safety Minister Shirley likely rare that burglars Bond to intervene and target homes using inis also asking B.C.’s surance paperwork but Information and Privacy added it’s wise to take Commissioner to inves- precautions. “Our advice tigate and would not be potentially to leave the order ICBC documents You can comment on in the vehito change its any story you read at policy. cle,� he said. www.tricitynews.com The RCMP “Carry them publicly cauwith you.� tioned motorists this A thief th stopped by spring against leaving police in a stolen vehicle identifying documents would also be unable to s u ch a s i n s u r a n c e produce documents and in vehicles, most re- pass himself off as a cently after a flurry of legitimate operator, he thefts from the homes added. of church-goers in jnagel@blackpress.ca

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Ken Pugh scanned and reprinted his ICBC automobile insurance papers in order to remove his last name and address to prevent home break-ins and theft.

12th Annual The Environmental Achievement Awards are an annual City initiative which recognizes volunteers who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to promoting, preserving and enhancing Coquitlam’s natural environment. The City of Coquitlam would like to thank and acknowledge the recipients of the 2011 awards.

Winners: • Ian McArthur - Adult Individual Category • Miranda Andersen - Youth Individual Award • Colony Farm Park Association - Adult Group Category • Affero Vita Sustainable Future Society - Youth Group Award • Young Naturalist Club - Burke Mountain Naturalists - Youth Group Award CertiďŹ cates of Appreciation: • Coquitlam River Watershed Strategy Volunteer Planning Committee • Footprints Conservation Society • John and Muriel Lagan • Peter Spira • Sandy LeMonnier • Shane Peachman • Tri-City Green Council

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Voters who don’t receive a package in the mail by June 24 may call Elections BC toll free at 1-800-6618683 to register or update their address. The deadline to request a voting package is midnight July 8.

B.C. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon said a change to federal tax regulations commits the province to lower the HST rate if a majority of voters choose to stay with the HST. At B.C.’s request, the federal cabinet order lowers the provincial portion of HST to 6% on July 1, 2012 and to 5% on July 1, 2014.

The B.C. government has also offered transition payments to offset consumer costs for parents and seniors earning less than $40,000 a year. Each child under 18 or low-income senior would receive $175, but only if the HST survives the referendum.

“We are confident British Columbians will agree that a 10% tax rate is better for B.C. families than the old 12% PST and GST system, and will vote ‘No’ in the referendum,” Falcon said.

Businesses that have to charge customers an extra 7% tax on services and previously exempt items such as bicycles have struggled with the tax.

Stephen Regan, president of the Tourism Association of B.C., said the industry can accept the HST once it is reduced. “Part of our challenge was that the impacts of the new harmonized tax were different for different parts of tourism both by business type and by location,” he said. “Hotel prices went down, the cost of restaurant meals went up, and businesses closer to Alberta, which does not have a provincial sales tax, were particularly sensitive to HST.” tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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ri-City has a long way to go before it becomes a cycling mecca where hopping on a two-wheeler is as common as turning on the ignition.

Despite good intentions, it has been an uphill battle to make it easy for people of all ages and abilities to get on a bike and cycle from their door to a recreational spot or downtown to do errands.

While the region is blessed with bicycle trails and grand efforts have been made to establish marked bike routes on city streets, biking is neither easy nor convenient for the average cyclist. Geography not withstanding — there are lots of hills to deal with — surely more could be done to create safe routes to key parks, recreation centres, schools, shopping, places of employment and tourist destinations in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody.

Painting a white line and a picture of a bike on a city street isn’t enough. There may be places where bike routes should be separated from traffic to encourage safer biking, and there could be better signage, more promotion, convenient bike racks and traffic light switches that are easy to reach from a bike.

City festivals should encourage people to take bikes and road closures could be considered to make this possible. While traffic is an issue, there may be a way to encourage and promote occasional street closures to make it easy for people to bike to certain downtown locations or special events on some summer weekends.

As well, more co-operation between cities is needed to create bike routes that cross city boundaries. This would put a stop to situations where marked bike routes end at city borders. What’s a cyclist to do — take flight?

While much planning and advocacy has gone into making it easier to get across bridges and through the Tri-Cities so commuter cyclists can get to work or longhaul road warriors or MAMILs (Middle Aged Men In Lycra) can get in shape for the Whistler Gran Fondo, fewer initiatives have been introduced to promote other kinds of cycling.

What’s needed is a consensus that cycling is not just an activity for certain groups but a valid form of transportation for many.

Tax my car, not my income, says survey BC VIEWS Tom Fletcher VICTORIA recently bought a used vehicle. Bitter experience with used cars sold privately led me to make the purchase at an established, reputable dealership and I’m pleased with the result.

The first car I ever bought was a private sale. A young man showed off the old car he had painted himself while his mother smiled and offered homemade lemonade.

Sold for $600.

The choice of drink proved appropriate when the engine clattered to a final halt a week later. It was then I discovered that the crankcase contained mostly STP Oil Treatment to conceal the engine’s true state.

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When I mentioned this in a news report last week, an astute reader in Nanaimo reminded me that it’s not quite that simple.

Vehicles, boats and aircraft sold by private individuals are exempt from GST. This was one of the populist concessions the Mulroney government made in an effort to placate angry voters 20 years ago. In B.C., prior to July 2010, private sales were subject to 7% PST only.

During the hubbub over the implementation of the HST in its 2010 budget, the BC Liberal government also increased tax on private vehicle sales by 5%, from 7 to 12%.

The stated reason was to provide “comparable treatment” for private and commercial sales of used vehicles.

This provoked an exchange of partisan accusations that typically passes for debate in the B.C. legislature. It’s a payoff to car deal-

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ers, the NDP screamed. You guys opposed all of our income tax cuts and now you’re pretending to support lower taxes, the BC Liberals shouted back.

Out in the real world, one can observe the effect of a tax structure that gives an advantage to private sellers.

Municipal governments call them “curbers.” They use their garages, driveways and the streets to repair and market an endless series of used cars. Whether they are crooks or not, their efforts are every bit as appealing to the neighbourhood as the guy with multiple illegal suites whose tenants plug up the parking for the whole block.

In each case, they violate zoning rules and hog services for personal benefit. And if you think they pay income or other taxes on their home businesses, I have a 1973 Pinto you might want to test-drive.

The subject of used cars came up last week when NDP leader Adrian Dix belatedly launched his own anti-HST tour. Apparently,

he’s having second thoughts about letting Bill Vander Zalm set NDP tax policy based on a world government conspiracy theory.

Dix’s first media event was staged in a Burnaby kitchen. The homeowner dismissed the $350 HST rebate he has been offered to offset costs such as summer camp for his two kids, saying that will be gone several times over if he buys a used car.

This clearly implies that HST has been extended to used cars. This is the sort of claim that drives much of the rage against it as people simply scan their bills for those hated three letters.

There are signs that people understand their taxes better, however. An Angus Reid poll last week found that 58% of British Columbians now prefer to pay taxes on their consumption rather than their income.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and bclocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca twitter.com/tomfletcherbc

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Drawing its name from the Japanese term for the sound of “chit chat,” it rests on a presentation format that is based on a simple concept: Present your story or project in 20 images times 20 seconds. It’s a format that makes presentations concise and keeps things moving at a rapid pace.

This was our largest PKN to date and we are confident the event will grow. When the presentations were finished, the conversations continued and no one wanted to leave the theatre. ArtsConnect’s next Pecha Kucha night has been scheduled for Monday, July 25. I encourage everyone in this region to come out and see what all the buzz is about.

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I am writing this letter, however, to thank the kind soul who righted our green waste bin this morning before I could get out there to attempt the heavy job.

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Visitors to my home (and our city) are also greeted by these unsightly properties, properties that the city seems to ignore because they are boarded up. It is time that the city required owners of homes to care for their properties, and if a lot is slated for redevelopment, then the city should require the owner to demolish the house. Residents should not have to keep tabs on these homes.

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There are two other boarded up houses on the same block of Kelly Avenue and one on the next block. The grass has not been cut or tended to in who knows how long, there is graffiti on the homes and the boards have been pried off the windows. They are a disgrace, yet that is what I see every

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Pecha Kucha Night (PKN) celebrates the artist in all of us and the stories shared by our presenters who live and/or work in our region are testament to the amazing cache of creative intelligence we have in our community.

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A Coquitlam woman has been sentenced to four years in prison and ordered to pay more than $1.1 million in restitution after being convicted of stealing from her employer and their family.

Vi c k i Ly n n Gaugler was the executive assistant of an industrial firm in Western Canada when police began their investigation in 2008. The 53-yearold had been transferring funds from the victim’s accounts to her own, and police were able to track the money through bank statements and credit card records.

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added, the city would adopt its bylaw and begin to educate residents why it is important to avoid garden chemicals.

Municipalities across the country have adopted similar regulations and the Canadian Cancer Society said that between 7 and 11% of cancer deaths are related to environmental carcinogens.

Port Coquitlam was one of the first municipalities in the country to stop using cosmetic pesticides on city lands and promotes natural lawn care techniques on its website.

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Leaving the issue up to individual municipalities, he said, does not restrict the sale of the chemicals and makes the regulations difficult to enforce.

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Metro boosts energy output from sewage Adding animal fat makes plant burp out more biogas

By Jeff Nagel BLACK PRESS

Fat and grease from slaughtered animals is now helping generate more biogas at Metro Vancouver’s Annacis Island sewage treatment plant.

The methane-rich gas is so far burned to generate electricity for the plant in Delta but could in the future be cleaned and sold into the natural gas distribution grid to heat local homes.

Waste grease from renderers arrives in tanker trucks at the plant and is added to digester tanks where bacteria treat sewage and burp out biogas as a byproduct.

The $2.6-million pilot project to add grease and fats to the process began in April. It’s so far yielding an extra 8,000 cubic metres of biogas per day and is expected to boost gas production 20 per cent overall.

“It’s working very smoothly,” said Paul Lam, Metro’s waste water treatment division manager.

Metro estimates the project will pay for itself within eight to 12 years, based on the value of the electricity or biogas produced and the tipping fees the region charges suppliers to dispose of the fat. Engineers also plan to test out the

use of brown grease from restaurants as another way to produce more biogas at Annacis.

Restaurant grease also goes to biodiesel makers and Lam acknowledge that could put Metro in “a little” competition with them. But he said suppliers would ultimately go to the cheapest place for disposal.

Similar co-digestion projects exist in Europe and parts of the U.S. but Metro is one of the only operators using the technology in Canada.

The use of captured biogas — a powerful greenhouse gas — helps Metro reduce its carbon emissions by offsetting the burning of fossil fuels.

“Selling the gas would generate more carbon credits than the electricity,” Lam said, but added the power produced on site is an important backup source in case of outages.

Other treatment plants in the region, including Lions Gate on the North Shore, also capture biogas but Annacis is the first to supplement the feedstock with grease.

Metro is committed to recovering more energy from its sewage under its now-approved Liquid Waste and Resource Management Plan.

Sewage sludge is already turned into compost for limited uses and Metro engineers think that material could also be used as fuel by some local industries. jnagel@blackpress.ca

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A new report warns “frothy Vancouver� is vulnerable to a real estate market correction that could bring a significant price drop. “Riding a wave of wealthy immigrants, Vancouver’s house prices have nearly tripled in the past decade, spiralling beyond the reach of most first-time buyers or non-lottery winners,� according to a report by Sal Guateri, a senior economist at BMO Capital Markets.

He cited strong demand from Chinese buyers, stoked by looser travel restrictions as well as stricter purchase rules and higher prices in China.

Guateri examined the ratio of average home prices to median family income — a key yardstick of real estate affordability.

Vancouver prices are now an “astounding� 11.2 times the median local income, he found, compared to 4.6 times the median income in the rest of Canada and 6.7 in Toronto, the highest level of a major Canadian city after Vancouver.

Ten years ago, Vancouver’s ratio was only 5.4 and prices were running only modestly ahead of Toronto’s. Now Vancouver’s prices are 71% higher. “While land-use restrictions and high qualityof-life rankings can justify elevated prices, current steep valuations could prove unsustainable if foreign investment ebbs or interest rates climb,� Guateri cautioned. “How much could prices fall?� he asked. “Four corrections in the past three decades saw declines averaging 21% and valuations are higher today. “Still, if interest rates stay low and wealthy immigrants continue to pour into the city, prices could stabilize sooner than in past downturns.�

The recent 2008-09 correction — a 13% drop — was actually the mildest of the four.

The worst was 1981-82, when Vancouver home prices fell 36%.

Even a modest increase in the current ultra-low interest rates would slow the market, the report said.

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Rents rising, too Rents edged up 2.6% in Metro Vancouver over the past year, according to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment climbed to $1,181 in April, up from $1,150 a year before. Further east in the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford-area rents climbed 1.9% from $783 to $797.

The provincial average rose 2.1% from $983 to $1,015, CMHC reported.

While prices are up slightly, the latest rental market survey found it’s somewhat easier to find a unit. Vacancy rates in Metro Vancouver increased from 2.2 to 2.8% and from 3.1 to 3.7% province wide. There was no change in 6.6% vacancy rate in Abbotsford.

CMHC economist Carol Frketich said the rental unit supply rose as tenants in purposebuilt apartment buildings bought their own homes or moved into secondary suites or investor-owned condos not covered under the survey. jnagel@blackpress.ca benchmark price for detached houses hit $890,800 in May, a 10% increase from a year ago.

Apartments were up 2.2% to $407,400 and attached units gained 3.5% to $517,800.

The benchmark price for detached houses rose 2.8% in the past year to $529,800 in the Fraser Valley, which includes Surrey, North Delta, White Rock and Langley.

Unlike the benchmark (which tracks typical properties), average prices have risen faster — the result of more sales of higher-end homes or houses on big acreages.

The average price for a detached house rose 11.6% to $630,870 in May, according to the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board.

Townhouses in the valley actually dipped 1.1% to $328,300 and apartments were down 0.5% to $252,200. jnagel@blackpress.ca

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Surrey surgery shuffle a ‘charade,’ say docs a 50% pay cut,’” Orfaly said. “If government can’t address that underlying problem, this is going to continue.”

They also say the government could hire anesthesia assistants to help with the workload and make ORs run more efficiently.

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No net gain in ORs yet with new outpatient hospital

By Jeff Nagel BLACK PRESS

Anesthesiologists are accusing Fraser Health of playing “musical operating rooms” by opening brand new ORs at the new $237-million Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre while simultaneously closing other ORs at nearby Surrey Memorial Hospital.

An ongoing shortage of anesthesiologists has kept the hospitals in the region — which includes the Tri-Cities — from opening more ORs and they continue to wrestle with lengthy backlogs for elective surgeries.

Only two of the six new ORs in the justopened outpatient hospital are being used initially and they are in effect transferred from SMH, which drops from 10 staffed ORs (out of 13 available) to eight.

That triples the number of empty ORs sitting unused in Surrey from three to nine, according to Dr. Roland Orfaly, spokesperson for B.C.’s Coalition of Anesthesiologists for Change.

“The opening of ORs at the Jim Pattison Centre is just a charade to protect the reputation of the politicians,” Orfaly said, calling the empty ORs expensive storage rooms.

“In terms of dealing with the backlog of patients waiting for surgery, all those capital dollars will have no effect until B.C. improves its ability to recruit and retain more anesthesiologists.”

He said the failure to recruit more staff means there’s no net improvement in surgery at the two facilities, and possibly a reduction because the Jim Pattison ORs are now available only for day surgery, rather than the more

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A shortage of anesthesiologists means Fraser Health isn’t making the most of new operating rooms, says a spokesperson for B.C.’s Coalition of Anesthesiologists for Change. urgent cases those staff sometimes treated at SMH. “There’s now less access for major surgery than there was before,” said Orfaly, who lives in Surrey and works at Royal Columbian Hospital.

Fraser Health officials say the plan all along has been to initially transfer surgical staff, anesthesiologists and patients to the outpatient hospital from SMH, helping decongest the main hospital.

Dr. Peter Blair, the region’s program medical director for surgery, confirmed there is no net increase in surgical capacity for now — due to the shortage of anesthesiologists.

“There will be when we get all the ORs running,” he said.

Recruitment efforts continue, he said, adding Fraser Health has just hired one new anesthesiologist to start in July and hopes to recruit three more.

If successful, two wo u l d g o t o Roya l Columbian Hospital while another two would allow Fraser Health to start running four ORs at the Surrey outpatient hospital starting this fall.

Blair stressed Fraser Health has all the money it needs to operate the Jim Pattison outpatient centre as planned.

He said the health authority has no control over the number of anesthesiologists who opt to work in the region, noting they are paid through the Medical Services Plan.

The anesthesiologists agree Fraser Health’s hands are tied.

They say the province needs to spend more on

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The annual Teddy Bear Picnic filled a field Sunday at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park, where youngsters participated in a costume parade (top left), listened to the likes of the Carnival Band perform (top right) and even got up on stage with musician Tony Prophet (above). Some tried their hands at painting (below) while some, including six-year-old Lea Zygmunt, gave ring toss a go. And there were smiles everywhere, including (far left) from Emily Bayrock, Samantha Stenmark and Amanda Stewart, who posed with some real characters.

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The Pink Tour Bus stop locally is set for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Coquitlam Centre mall parking lot, near the London Drugs and lower Sears entrances.

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The event runs from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 25 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. the following day inside Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam.

“Roses Over the Rainbow” will feature hundreds of roses in vases, bowls, baskets, photography and artistic floral arrangements. Visitors can help judge the most fragrant rose and people’s choice for floral design and commercial exhibitors. As well, floralthemed crafters will be on site and roses will be on sale.

Admission is $3 per person and children accompanied by an adult will get in free.

For more information, call Theresa Krause at 604-464-5022, email tkrause@telus.net or visit www. fprosesociety.org.

road early May 2011, more than 3,200 people have been through the bus and more than 260 have signed up to arrange a mammogram.

The practice of breast health is important to all women and the Pink Tour bus features information in English, Punjabi and Chinese.

Visitors to the bus may also sign its exterior as a commitment to adopting breast health practices and booking their free mammogram.

For more information on the tour, go to www.thepinktour. com.

Friday is your final chance to help Community Volunteer Services for Seniors help seniors. Until Saturday.

CVSS is hosting its annual garage/book sale Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Port Coquitlam’s Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam. The day before, area residents can donate items to the sale can be dropped off at Wilson Centre between 3 and 6:30 p.m.

Proceeds from this sale support CVSS programs, volunteers and seniors participating in its programs.

Community Volunteer Services for Seniors has 200 volunteers who provide a shop by phone grocery program, a visiting program and telephone reassurance to isolated, homebound seniors in the Tri-Cities.

For further information about donations, call Sue at 604-927-7919.

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A large wholesaler of fine Persian & Oriental carpets has gone out of business.

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Canada Post Strike Information Canada Post has begun rotating strikes at various locations across the country. The strike action in our area could take place at any time without notice. In the case strike action does impact our region, here are suggestions to ensure business continues for both incoming and outgoing transactions you may have with City of Coquitlam that usually occur via Canada Post. This information will be updated as required.

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h These statements have already been mailed and you should be in receipt of them. Taxes are expected to be paid by July 4, 2011 despite a mail strike. There are several convenient ways to pay your taxes besides mailing in your payment: h Telephone banking, Internet banking or in person at most financial institutions. h In person at City Hall between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. h City Hall drop box, 3000 Guildford Way.

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Exploring the empire in the clouds A GOOD READ Shirley Chan

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ne hundred years ago, Yale scholar Hiram Bingham rediscovered the spectacular Inca city Machu Picchu high in the Peruvian Andes. The so-called Lost City of the Incas was built around 1450 and abandoned a hundred years later, at the time of the Spanish conquest. Bingham brought the site, which had been largely forgotten, to worldwide attention in 1911.

Christopher Heaney vividly describes the ambitious and colourful explorer in Cradle of Gold, the Story of Hiram Bingham, a Real-life Indiana Jones, and the Search for Machu Picchu.

A thoughtful, exciting and fascinating look at the end of the Incan Empire, the book also elucidates the moral, legal and practical dilemmas of Bingham’s archaeological expedition to the mountains of South America. Happily, a century after being shipped to New Haven, Conn., a large collection of antiquities from Machu Picchu is going home, ending a long and bitter custody battle between Yale and the government of Peru.

Although Machu Picchu escaped Spanish plundering, the Incan Empire collapsed nonetheless. In 1532, about 168 Spanish soldiers and adventurers led

by Francisco Pizarro invaded what is now Peru. In a stroke that combined daring with luck, the men captured Atahualpa, the emperor who had just seized power from his brother after a destructive civil war. After extorting a fortune in gold from the ruler, Pizarro executed him and moved on, almost unmolested by the Incas, to take their capital city, Cuzco.

In The Last Days of the Incas, Kim MacQuarrie writes beautifully about the tragic saga. Both a work of scholarship

and an enthralling epic narrative, it clarifies misconceptions about the conquest, reconstructs gaps in the Spanish chronicles and restores Incan honour by emphasizing how bravely they fought against their conquerors. After the Spanish conquest, a war leader named Manco Inca raised armies in an attempt to unseat Pizarro and company. Though defeated, he created the small native state of Vilcabamba, which become a sanctuary for rebels who engaged the Spaniards in prolonged

guerrilla warfare.

For a beautiful, accessible overview of the Incas, the book The Incredible Incas and their Timeless Land d by Loren McIntyre and Louis S. Glanzman, published by the National Geographic Society, is second to none. This work shows how the Incas created the largest empire in South America prior to European conquest and describes the threat of their destruction by the savagery and injustices of the Spanish conquest and colonization.

Stunning paintings and

photographs of Inca life, artifacts and archaeological sites bring the social, political, economic, religious and cultural aspects of the civilization to life.

Breathtaking pictures capture the splendours of Incan civilization and the remnants of their endangered culture in Hans Silvester r and Jacques Soustelle’s The Land of the Incas.

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Topping the list with 552 votes was a section of Ospika Boulevard in Prince George followed by the Mabel Lake Road near Enderby, both for damaged pavement. Silver Star Road near Vernon and the Pacific Rim Highway on Vancouver Island also made the list for pavement damage.

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Best grad among group busing to Cuba for Peace The people of Cuba are getting a helping hand thanks to the Pastors for Peace Caravan to Cuba and a 22-year-old graduate of Dr. Charles Best secondary school.

Sarah Alwell, 22, is the Vancouver Island co-ordinator for the BC Aid Network for Cuba (BCANC), a group of people who are collecting aid to send to Cuba on this year’s Pastors for Peace Caravan to Cuba.

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Alwell, who is also training to be a carpenter, will be among the Canadian peace advocates who will meet Americans and educate them about the effects of the 50-year-old U.S. blockade and collecting construction supplies and tools, medical supplies and equipment, educational and cultural supplies, computers and bicycles for donation to Cuba.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR THURSDAY, JUNE 16 • PoCo Heritage and Cultural Society meets, 1 p.m., in the Gathering Place in Leigh Square. Speaker: Barrie Seaton on the history of PoCo’s Rotary Club. Info: Pippa, 604-927-7611 or pocoheritage.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 17 • Tri-City Singles Social Club, a group of 40+ people who get together and enjoy activities such as walking, theatre, dining, meets at 7:30 p.m. at Port Moody Legion.

Membership is $20 per year and new members are welcome. Info: tricityclub@ gmail.com or Marcy, 604-353-1846, Phyllis, 604-472-0016 or Vivian, 604-466-4070.

JUNE 17: DROP OFF

• Drop-off day for Community Volunteer Services for Seniors’ June 18 garage/book sale to support its programs. on June 18 and you can help. Donations can be dropped off at Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave., between 3 and 6:30 p.m. Furniture in good repair and clean condition will be accepted, as will housewares, books, tools, electronics and children’s items. Info: Sue, 604927-7919.

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Coquitlam Celebrates Canada Day Coquitlam célèbre la fête du Canada Friday, July 1, 2011 12:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION The City has received an application for an amendment to the Citywide Official Community Plan (CWOCP) for the property located at 1085 Woolridge Street. The application proposes a redesignation of the subject property from Service Commercial to General Commercial to accommodate a Grocery Store use in the existing Home Outfitters building.

You are now being invited to provide input to Council with respect to the above-noted application.

The City of Coquitlam will be receiving the input requested herein up to Thursday, June 23, 2011. Written correspondence can be provided in one of the following ways: • Email: clerks@coquitlam.ca • Fax: 604-927-3015 • Mail: City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2 • In person at City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way at the City Clerk’s Office during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays (Telephone: 604-927-3010) Additional information concerning this application can be obtained from the Planning and Development Department (Telephone: 604-927-3460).

All written submissions provided in response to this consultation will become part of the public record which includes the submissions being made available for public inspection at Coquitlam City Hall and on our website as part of a future agenda package at www.coquitlam.ca.

Should Council grant first reading to the proposed CWOCP amendment, a Public Hearing will be held with notification to be provided in accordance with the Local Government Act.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 18 • Garage/book sale fundraiser for Community Volunteer Services for Seniors at Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave., PoCo. Furniture in good repair and clean condition, housewares, antiques and books will be on sale. Info: Sue, 604-927-7919.

• Friends of Coquitlam Public Library meet, 10:30 a.m., in boardroom at the Poirier branch, 575 Poirier St. Info: 604-937-4130.

SUNDAY, JUNE 19 • Special Olympics Coquitlam walk-a-thon, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., rain or shine, Lafarge Lake, Town Centre Park, Coquitlam. Collect pledges and join a walk-a-thon to raise money to support Special Olympics athletes in the Tri-Cities or drop by to make a donation. Registration: sobc.coquitlam@gmail.com or 778-355-4646.

MONDAY, JUNE 20 • Tri-Cities Parkinson’s Support Group meets, 10 a.m.-noon, Eagle Ridge United Church, 2813 Glen Dr., Coquitlam. Info: Rebecca, 604782-2877.

TUESDAY, JUNE 21 • PoCo Garden Club monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m., Trinity United Church hall, corner of Prairie Avenue and Shaughnessy Street, PoCo. Speaker: Pieter de Bruin of Devan Greenhouses in Abbotsford on “Growing with a Difference – Sustainable and Environmentally Friendly.” New members and guests welcome. Info: Marion, 604-941-9261.

• Midsummer Nights Run and Lantern Celebration, 6:30 p.m., Pioneer Memorial Park, Port Moody. Lantern making, drumming, belly dancing, run/walk to Old Orchard and back.

Proceeds raised to help a local family whose two-year-old is battling leukemia. Info: find “Midsummer Nights Run” on Facebook.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22 • Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club’s last meeting until fall featuring a small stamp auction; viewing starts at 7 p.m., auction after 8 p.m.,

JUNE 21: FLOWER POWER

• Dogwood Garden Club meets, 7 p.m., Centennial Room in Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam.

Speakers: Edith Scherk, a fuchsia expert, and Lorna Herchensen, secretary of the BC Fuchsia and Begonia Society, will share their expertise on growing fuchsias and begonias.

McGee Room, Poirier community centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca.

THURSDAY, JUNE 23 • Heritage evenings, 7-8 p.m. at the Archives in Leigh Square, PoCo. Topic: History of New Westminster. Info: 604-927-7611.

SATURDAY, JUNE 25 • Daisy Day in Austin Heights, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., in the Safeway parking lot, 1033 Austin Ave. Free pancake breakfast, 9-10:30 a.m. as well as family entertainment, kids’ activities and prizes. Info: www.austinheights.ca.

• North Fraser Strides For Stroke fundraising walk at Rocky Point Park, Port Moody; registration at 9 a.m., walk begins at 10 a.m.; participants meet at the picnic tables near the boat launch. Info: Deanna, 604-812-3219 or write4me@telus.net for pledge forms or to make a donation. Proceeds support local Stroke Recovery Association of BC branches to enrich the quality of life for stroke survivors.

• Fraser Rose Society annual Rose Festival and Show, “Roses Over the Rainbow,” 1-5 p.m. (and June 26, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.) inside Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam; see hundreds of roses in vases, bowls, baskets, photography and artistic floral arrangements. Help to judge the most fragrant rose and people’s choice for floral design and commercial exhibitors. Floral themed crafters will also be on site and roses will be on sale. Admission: $3, children accompanied by an adult get in free.

Info: Theresa, 604-464-5022, tkrause@telus.net or www.fprosesociety.org.

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SUNDAY, JUNE 26 • Riverview Horticultural Centre Society guided tree tour featuring the fragrant linden trees on the Riverview Hospital grounds; walk will leave at 1 p.m. from the upper entrance of the Henry Esson Young Building. Site map at www.rhcs.org. Info: 604-290-9910.

• Fraser Rose Society annual Rose Festival and Show, “Roses Over the Rainbow,” 11 a.m.-4 p.m., inside Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam; see hundreds of roses in vases, bowls, baskets, photography and artistic floral arrangements. Help to judge the most fragrant rose and people’s choice for floral design and commercial exhibitors. Floral themed crafters will also be on site and roses will be on sale.

Admission: $3, children accompanied by an adult get in free. Info: Theresa, 604-464-5022, tkrause@telus.net or www.fprosesociety.org.

• Glenayre Scouting is inviting all past members to its 50th anniversary, noon-4 p.m., Glenayre community centre, 492 Glenayre Dr., Port Moody. Registration includes formal opening, keepsake anniversary badge and refreshments. Registration: email glenayre50th@gmail.com or call Gina, 604-931-7916.

SUPPORT GROUPS • Port Moody Alanon Family Group open meeting, Wednesdays, 8 p.m., St. Andrews Church, 2318 St. Johns St., Port Moody. Info: 604-461-6991.

• Irritable bowel syndrome support group meets monthly in PoMo to exchange information, to offer one another support, and to share experiences and coping strategies. Info: 604-875-4875 or www.badgut.org.

• Al-Anon meets Wednesdays, 8 p.m., Como Lake United Church, 535 Marmont St., Coquitlam. Info: 604-688-1716.

• Recovery International is a self-help, peer-to-peer support meeting for people who struggle with stress, fear, anger, depression, anxiety, panic and nervous symptoms. The goal is to help reduce symptoms by practising cognitive behaviour techniques. There is a group in PoCo. Info: Phyllis, 604-931-5945 or www.recoverycanada.ca. see page 32

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After listening to British Columbians, the government has proposed

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an HST reduction from 12% to 11% by 2012, then to 10% by 2014.

will be $120 better off annually than under the old 12% GST + PST

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR • TOPS chapters meet weekly at numerous Tri-City locations. For information on group near you: Gail, 604-941-8699.

• Have you experienced the death of a loved one and found yourself struggling? Gathering with others who have also experienced a loss is known to be one of the most helpful ways of coping with grief.

Sharing your story is important to healthy healing. Crossroads Hospice Society is running closed grief support groups.

Registration: call Castine, 604-949-2274.

• Crossroads Hospice Society hosts a free walking group for the bereaved, Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Group meets at Crossroads Labyrinth Healing Garden in Pioneer Memorial Park at Ioco Rd. and Heritage Mountain Blvd. Hospice volunteers will be present on the free walk through Rocky Point Park or Orchard Park.

Newcomers can register by calling Castine at 604949-2274.

• Mood Disorders Association of BC support group meets first and third Monday of each month, Burquitlam Lions Care Centre, 560 Sydney Ave. Info: Ian, 604-4174604 or Ed, 604-873-0103.

MDA PoCo support group meets every other Tuesday, 7:15-9 p.m., New View Society at Elgin House, 205-2248 Elgin Ave., PoCo. Info: Coral,

604-944-7489. MDA is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide support and education for people with mood disorders such as depression, manic depression, anxiety and panic attacks.

Families members and friends are welcome.

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• Christian 12-step group for people with alcohol, drug, and gambling addictions meets at 7:15 p.m. every Monday Coquitlam Presbyterian Church, 948 Como Lake Ave., Coquitlam. Info: 604-939-6136 or www.hiscpc.org.

Juvenile Diabetes Golf Classic In Memory of Carleigh LeClair You are invited to the Juvenile Diabetes Golf Classic on June 23, 2011 at Meadow Gardens Golf Club!

On behalf of the organizing committee of the Juvenile Diabetes Golf Classic, JDRF would like to extend you, your company and friends an invitation to this tremendous event. Don’t miss out on your chance to play in this amazing tournament!

To register or become a sponsor visit:

www.juvenilediabetesgolf.com As a Participant, you get a jam-packed and fun day of golf, course games and activities, and a fabulous dinner - all on a great course.

As a Sponsor - Join companies from throughout the Lower Mainland and showcase your services, product or brand to decision makers from various organizations competing in the tournament.

For more information please contact John Meneghello at (604) 787-5571

About the Juvenile Diabetes Golf Classic: • All proceeds will be donated to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

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• The tournament is held in memory of a very special young lady, Carleigh LeClair, who was diagnosed with the disease at age 16, and then passed away as a result of complications at age 23 in 2008.

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• The tournament was started to find a cure for type 1, because insulin is NOT A CURE and WE NEED A CURE!

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The Future of Partington Creek The Partington Creek Neighbourhood Plan has reached a new milestone!

A draft of the Integrated Watershed Management Plan is complete.

Attend our open house to find out about the exciting vision for a vibrant community on Burke Mountain including the draft Integrated Watershed Management Plan This is your opportunity to learn about these exciting plans and provide your comments.

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Tuesday, June 21, 2011 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Leigh Elementary School 1230 Soball Road Coquitlam, BC

View the plans, make comments, and have your questions answered by City staff.

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Clockwise from top left: The Sojourners, Suzie Vinnick, Locarno, Babe Gurr and Brandi Disterheft are among the musicians that will perform at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre as part of its annual Music on the Grill summer series.

Summer heats up at ECC

By Larry Pruner THE TRI-CITY NEWS

T

here’s something hot cookin’ this summer — literally and figuratively — at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre.

The third annual Music on the Grill series is on the menu, beginning with a scrumptious barbecue dinner overlooking picturesque Lafarge Lake and featuring everything from grilled wild salmon to lamb kabobs to a bountiful burger bar.

Then there’s a majestic music line-up featuring six outstanding artists booked by David Mann, Evergreen’s performing arts manager, beginning Thursday, June 23 with Suzie Vinnick and the Soujourners.

“When I was considering per-

formers, I really wanted to go with the ‘wow factor’... artists I had seen perform or heard on recordings and got blown away by their sound, their skill and their ability to ‘wow’ the audience,” Mann said.

Vinnick is renowned for fusing multiple elements of folk, country, blues and rock, constantly evolving the sound via both original and cover songs.

The Sojourners are a gospel trio — that is, performing REAL gospel — that was nominated for Blues Album of the Year at the 2011 Juno Awards.

The Jesse Peters Duo and Brandi Disterheft combine their talents on Saturday, July 9. A jazz pianist and vocalist, Peters has released two critically acclaimed recordings. A North Vancouver native, Disterheft produces lively,

swinging grooves with influences ranging from cool jazz to Brazlian pop to early-age Joni Mitchell.

Lastly, Babe Gurr and Locarno perform on Saturday, July 30.

Gurr is a roots-based singersongwriter whose music has been described as “honest, rootsy and powerful.” Locarno is the latest project by Mexico-born Tom Landa, whose music is part Mexican but with strong doses of folk, funk and pop.

New this year, Evergreen has opted to change the theatre layout for the event to cabaret style, creating intimate table seating and space for dancing.

• Tickets are $30 for concert only and $50 for dinner and concert, and can be purchased online at www.evergreenculturalcentre. ca or by calling 604-927-6555. sports@tricitynews.com

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Pocket Orchestra promises listener-friendly experience

By Todd Coyne THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Colin MacDonald’s Pocket Orchestra and Port Moody’s newest music venue are a perfectly harmonious match.

Both were born out of a desire to remove the perceived stuffiness from classical music performance and make it a more intimate, listener-friendly experience.

“Having a small space where you can be practically sitting in the performers’ laps and seeing them sweat close up, it sort of breaks down the formality of going out to a theatre and being that much more distanced from the performers,” MacDonald, an accomplished saxophonist and composer, told The Tri-City News.

“And having a venue outside of downtown Vancouver, we found that when we played concerts in Vancouver proper, most of the audience was just people who lived in Vancouver and the people who lived in the outer suburbs didn’t generally make the trip down to come see a show.”

But now, thanks to Gregory Myers and Anna Levy, they won’t have to.

Since the Port Moody couple opened their College Park home to the public for an inaugural classical performance just two

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Colin MacDonald’s Pocket Orchestra will be performing as part of the Modus Operandi concert series on June 19 at 2 p.m.

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“It sort of breaks down the formality of going out to a theatre and being that much more distanced from the performers.”

Colin MacDonald and a half weeks ago, an audible buzz has been building around Metro Vancouver’s newest music space and its premiere concert series, Yarilo.

With a maximum capacity of about 70 people— unless it’s a nice enough day to open the patio doors and let people listen in from the garden, Myers said — attendees at this Sunday’s Yarilo concert can expect an afternoon of music that straddles the line

between classical and truly modern music in a space that is part studio, part living room.

Dubbed Modus Operandi, Sunday’s concert will feature the premiere of two of MacDonald’s own original compositions for the Pocket Orchestra as well as compositions from modern British composers Michael Nyman, Graham Fitkin and Steve Martland.

But don’t let the name throw you. At twelve members, Colin MacDonald’s Pocket Orchestra is hardly pocket-sized. And it’s sound isn’t restricted to orchestral works; incorporating overtones of jazz and rock music.

“It’s not stuff that gets a lot of radio play but at the same time it’s fun and accessible,” he said.

The first Yarilo concert on May 29 drew about 50 spectators to his home, Myers said, and he’s confident this Sunday’s show should fill as many seats, if not more.

“They kind of bring their own audience with them wherever they go,” he said of MacDonald’s Pocket Orchestra.

And should the intimate afternoon show sell out, the complete audio and video of all Yarilo shows is live-streamed and archived on the series’ website, yarilomusic.com.

Tickets for Modus Operandi at 2 p.m. June 19, are available at the door (34 Shoreline Circle, Port Moody) at a cost of $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. tcoyne@tricitynews.com

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Exhibit summarizes 50 years of Youngâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s art Show focuses on chronological view of Vancouver artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work

By Larry Pruner THE TRI-CITY NEWS

A music lacuna, in dictionary terms, is an extended silence; a moment of contrast to the notes previously played; or a potentially tense pause.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one thing to play it, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s another to paint it.

Art enthusiasts can view this type of dramatic and dynamic work at the Evergreen Cultural Centre Art Galleryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s showing of Lacunarian Picturing, a Robert Young Retrospective, running Saturday through Sept. 3.

The exhibition focuses on

a chronological view of the Vancouver artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paintings beginning with the work â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Titledâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; from 1977 and ending with his ongoing progression he began for this exhibition, Lacunarian Picture. Although Youngâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s thick portfolio cannot be easily summarized â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; he has been creating prints, drawings and paintings for more than 50 years â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the artist has pointed to the title of this exhibition for hints regarding his progress. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Robert Young has always been acutely interested in the manipulation of pictorial space and the creation of what we term â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;lacunarian pictures,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? said Astrid Heyerdahl, visual arts manager at Evergreen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[His] playful simulations and pictorial minipulations... encourage his audience to question not only his paintings,

but painting itself.â&#x20AC;?

One prime example is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Shadow Play: Lurid Bride,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; a complex brush work inspired by Roman wall painting or, as Heyerdahl, defines: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The tool to expose his mind-map, a window into the artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s philosophical ruminations and memory.â&#x20AC;?

Upon first glance, the viewer sees a painting divided into multiple frames. But the individual scenes within the frames are autonomous. Some are modern interior scenes, others are empty (an unpainted compartment), while the central figure is a Renaissance depiction of Erato, the muse of love and erotic poetry. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;World Literature Volumes 1-10: Landscape with Insignificant Objectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; clearly plays with the audience. Why is there a cardboard box in the middle of this colour-

ful landscape? The inspiration for this work comes from a relatively simple personal experience â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a camping trip.

Explains Young: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The inclusion of an out-of-place and banal object is an example of opportunism in my art.â&#x20AC;?

Simply said, there is always more than meets the eye â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or interpretation â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in Robert Youngâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work.

The exhibition opens Saturday with a public reception from 1-3 p.m, with Robert Young slated to be in attendance. A comprehensive 48-page catalogue will be available for sale for $20, or $12 for students.

To book a tour, calls 604-927-6557.

Regular gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday or visit www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca. jwarren@tricitynews.com

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Sienna Saunders, left, and Danielle Massullo, right, show off their painting abilities during the Children’s Art Festival, which has been held in Port Moody since 2007.

Children show off their talent at art fest

By Todd Coyne THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Port Moody’s biggest little artists’ show is gearing up for its biggest season yet.

Now in its fifth year, the Children’s Art Festival hasn’t changed much since its arrival in Port Moody in 2007.

Its creator, Evelia Espinosa, was then herself a recent arrival from Mexico City.

She started the festival as a showcase for her own private painting students’ works and, while that remains the basis for the show, this year’s festival will feature over 150 paintings and has attracted a few sponsors like DeSerres art supplies and Church’s Chicken, who contributed prizes.

“It’s all kids from three to 16 years old, most of them painting in oil and a few in acrylic and water-colour,” Espinosa said. “Most of the works are their own idea but we have many different kinds of paintings from landscapes to still-life, animals, cartoons, animation.”

Espinosa said most of her 70 students contributed two pieces each for

the festival, which runs from June 19 to June 30 at Port Moody city hall and then again from July 2 to August 30 at Port Coquitlam’s Terry Fox library.

And while some kids contributed more works and some contributed just one, a variety of painting styles are on display, she said, with her very young students tending to paint cartoon characters and older students tending more towards landscape, realism and abstract styles.

This year, the festival will also feature a live painting demonstration from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 25, at Port Moody city hall, where gallery visitors can watch about 20 to 25 of Espinosa’s students at work.

Espinosa, herself a student of fine art at Emily Carr University of Art and Design, previously studied art in Mexico City where she said she was hugely inspired by the country’s landscapes and vibrant colours.

The Children’s Art Festival is free to attend but viewing hours are restricted to the business hours of Port Moody city hall and the Terry Fox library. tcoyne@tricitynews.com

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SHARK ATTACK Deena Charles takes in some air striving to control the ball will guarded by Taylor Laine during the Coquitlam Sharks U-12 through U-14 water polo tournament Sunday at City Centre Aquatic Complex.

T-men tackle Adanacs Run production – and confidence – up on Reds

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By Larry Pruner THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Run production hit top speed last weekend for the Coquitlam Reds, who are quickly steaming upward in the B.C. Premier Baseball League standings.

The Reds blitzed the visiting Victoria Eagles by a combined 17-5 count to sweep a doubleheader Sunday at Mundy Park, giving Coquitlam six wins in its last seven outings.

The results improved the Reds to 16-15, good for a sixth place tie with Kelowna’s Okanagan Athletics in the 13-team loop and in the 44-game regular season.

“We’ve won six of seven games and appear to be headed in the right direction,” remarked Reds head coach Kyle Williams. “We need to continue to get consistent starting pitching that gives us a chance to win every game. Some of our clutch players are beginning to produce though, particularly in clutch situations.”

Williams added there’s always room for improvement, especially when it comes to swinging the bat freely.

“Our offence is leading the league in drawing walks but also in striking out,” Williams said.

“We’re concerned that those stats

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“With having won six of seven, we’re starting to look ahead rather than worrying about who’s behind us.”

Reds coach Kyle Williams are an indication we are taking too many pitches.”

The Reds opened the twinbill with a 7-4 triumph, after building a 4-0 fourth-inning lead.

Rookie lead-off man Darren Honeysett sparked the Reds’ offence with three hits, two RBI and two runs scored.

Max Hollingworth, Brent Foreman and Steven Kandborg collected a pair of hits apiece for the winners, while Matt Trimble scattered six hits to pitch the win before Dylan Remenyk picked up the save in the final inning.

Foreman also knocked in two runs.

In game two, the Reds rocked the Eagles by out-hitting them 13-2 and cruising to a 10-1 triumph.

Ve t e r a n o u t f i e l d e r G re g Labranche drilled three hits and had two RBI and scored twice to rally the Reds, who scored four

runs in each of the first and second innings to take command early.

Tyler Yorko and Hollingworth slapped a pair of hits apiece for the victors while hurler Jeff Heidema tossed a brilliant twohit victory over six innings of work.

Langley Blaze lead the league with a 25-7 mark, followed by the 19-6 Nanaimo Pirates and the 17-7 Victoria Mariners.

Williams believes there’s no reason why his Reds can’t rise above the rest of the competition by season’s end.

“I think Langley, Nanaimo and the Victoria Mariners have shown they’re a step ahead of the pack,” Williams said. “But with having won six of seven, we’re starting to look ahead rather than worrying about who’s behind us.

Personally, I think fourth or fifth is attainable.

“Our guys need to stay in the moment right now and, if they do, the results will take care of themselves.”

Next, the Reds host the 11-17 White Rock Tritons tomorrow (Thursday) at Mundy No. 4, 6:30 p.m.

Coquitlam then hosts the 10-17 North Delta Blue Jays in a twinbill Sunday, 4 and 6:30 p.m.

They call them the Timbermen for a reason. They cut the Coquitlam Adanacs down to size Sunday.

The T-men raced to a 5-1 lead after the first period and bottled up the Adanacs for a surprising 9-4 Western Lacrosse Association victory at Frank Crane Arena in Nanaimo.

The result left the A’s at 3-3-0 while the T-men moved to 2-2-1. The A’s other two defeats thus far were both one-goal losses to the Langley Thunder and Victoria Shamrocks.

Special teams cost the Adanacs, as they went 0-for-10 on the powerplay and coughed up two shorthanded goals. Matt King was solid in the T-men net in blocking 47 shots but Adanacs general manager Les Wingrove put the onus on his team’s big guns for not bearing down in front of him.

“We had lots of chances but we didn’t shoot very well and, quite frankly, didn’t play very well,” Wingrove groused. “Our defence didn’t play well at all either and we gave up key shorthanded goals,

which is pretty deflating.”

The T-men broke up an early 1-1 deadlock by zipping in the game’s next six goals to lead 7-1 three minutes into the second period.

Jason Jones, with a pair, Daryl Veltman and Dane Dobbie were the only Adanacs able to beat King.

Scott Ranger rallied the T-men with four goals and two assists.

RAG LINE: The A’s face a couple stiff tests on the weekend when they visit the 4-1-1 Victoria Shamrocks on Friday before returning home to meet the New Westminster Salmonbellies on Saturday at Porier Sports and Leisure Complex, 7 p.m. “We’re fine, we have a good team. We just have to bounce back and play a bit better,” Wingrove said... The A’s will retire John Allen’s No. 12 sweater prior the ’Bellies game. Allen was a seven-time WLA all-star who racked up 995 points, including 542 goals, to rank fourth in all-time scoring on the Adanacs. Allen joins Mike Reelie (21), Jim Aitchison (3), Kevin Parsons (6) and Bill Bradley (7) as ex-players whose A’s jerseys hang in the rafters in the Coquitlam rink.

Jr. A’s shrug off Shamrocks in Vic. Robert Church rifled in six goals and added three assists as the Coquitlam Jr. Adanacs throttled the Jr. Shamrocks 20-8 in a B.C. Jr. ‘A’ lacrosse league game Saturday in Victoria.

Michael Krgovich bagged four more goals for the Jr. A’s, who jumped to a perfect 12-0. Victoria fell to 8-4. On Friday, the now 1-12 PoCo Saints slipped 10-8 to the 5-7 Langley Thunder at PoCo Rec Centre.

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Sr. B Bandits blast NS Indians Jordan Flaman pumped in eight goals to propel the Port Moody Bandits to a 17-7 romp over the North Shore Indians in West Coast Sr. ‘B’ lacrosse league action Friday.

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CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

FLOWERS Family Child Daycare lic’d & cert. Educational activities, healthy snacks & meals, lge playground & backyard. FT & PT Birth-12 yrs. 6:30am - 6pm. Drop off & pick up $700 incl everything.

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Due to ongoing expansion, Mountain Creek Properties Ltd. requires a licensed Strata Manager and a Strata Assistant for the Invermere, BC office.

New Westminster Caretaker Caretaker req’d to join staff in a highrise complex to relieve for employee on extended medical leave. Experience in cleaning and light maintenance an asset. Must be bondable and fluent in oral and written English .

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Good working conditions and competitive salary!

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PRE-SCHOOLS

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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 AUTOS: To buy or sell your car, truck, RV, van, 4x4 or trailer - this category has it all. You’ll also find automotive supplies and classic cars for sale, or you can list the vehicle you’re seeking. call 604.575.5555

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WE OFFER: ✶ AM & PM Montesorri preschool ✶ Extended Day program ✶ Full day Montes. Kindergarten ✶ PM Junior Kindergarten with focus on math and language ✶ Music, drama, French program Now accepting registration for 2011/ 2012 School Year Inside LBD Lord Baden Powell School

450 Joyce St., Coquitlam (across from the Vancouver Golf Course off Austin)

To register please call 604-931-1549 Visit us at: www.sunnygatemontessori.com

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BE YOUR OWN BOSS with Great Canadian Dollar Store. New franchise opportunities in your area.

Call 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229 or visit our website: www.dollarstores.com today.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

CLASS 1 COMPANY DRIVERS Required for BRONCO. Must Have Flat Deck Experience, Clean Abstract. Fax Resume & Abstract 604.888.8717 Attn. MILAN

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Drivers Wanted: Terrific career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Experience Needed!!

Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 weeks vacation & benefits pkg. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE TRANSPORT Company looking for Class 1 B-Train tanker driver for hauling between Lower Mainland & BC Interior locations. Excellent wages & benefits. Must be able to work independently, flexible to work evenings and weekends. Please send resume & current abstract by email to rickmcarthur@telus.net or fax 604-520-6659.

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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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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.

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Please call 604-600-4310

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To apply, please forward your resume with a cover letter to:

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Chair / Space Rental

The Burnaby NewsLeader & New Westminster NewsLeader are divisions of Black Press Ltd., Canada’s largest independent newspaper company, with more than 180 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii, and extensive online operations with over 250 websites. Black Press is also Western Canada’s largest privately-held commercial printer with 14 printing plants.

If you are a highly creative individual with an ability to multi-task in a fast-paced team environment and have good interpersonal and sales skills, we would like to meet you.

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

available in cozy Salon & Spa located in Heritage Port Moody *Great parking. *Great rates for f/t & p/t. ✄ Starting fee $350/mo. ✄

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing.

The NewsLeader is the recent recipient of the Suburban Newspapers of America 2009 First Place Best Community Newspaper, circulation 37,500+, plus has won or been nominated in eleven categories for the 2010 SNAs, CCNAs, and BCYCNAs, including winning a CCNA Blue Ribbon award.

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HELP WANTED

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for a certified Journeyman 40 ton crane operators ASAP. Excellent wages, full benefits after 90 days, profit sharing semi-annual after 90 days, full-time career minded individuals preferred. Please send resume to: cindy@autotanks.ca or call ATM at 780-846-2231 to set up an interview.

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for Journeyman Welders, $31. $35. per hour.

2nd/3rd year apprentices, hourly rate based on experience. Full benefits after 90 days. Profit sharing semi-annual after 90 days. Fulltime career minded individuals preferred. Send resume to: joe@autotanks.ca or call ATM at 780-8462231 to set up an interview.

COQUITLAM based Tanker Company looking for on-site maintenance person for fleet of tractors and trailers. Duties include scheduled maintenance & servicing, coordinating repairs with outside shops, general yard duties. Must be able to work independently, flexible to work evenings & weekends.

Some mechanical experience required, Class 1 licence an asset.

Starting wage based on experience plus benefits after 3 months. Please forward resume via email to rickmcarthur@telus.net.

LABOURER/OPERATOR required for a Recycling Facility. Must be physically fit. Will train. Previous experience definitely an asset. Shift work, $13.75/hour to start depending on exp. + benefits. Mechanical and maintenance exp. an asset.

Opportunity for advancement. Send resume by fax: 604.520.5709 PAINTERS REQUIRED. Must have experience. For the Lower Mainland. Must have own transportation.

Call 604-465-2621

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HELP WANTED

CLEANING SUPERVISOR (Janitorial) Five Star Building Maintenance has an immediate F/T opening for an exp. & enthusiastic Supervisor with superior leadership skills to manage cleaning staff on a day to day basis. Position is for daytime only and may include weekends.

You have a sense of urgency and are passionate about your team and client services.

Duties include training and scheduling of staff, quality assurance, ordering and handling supplies, communication between staff and management, responding to clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; requirements. Must have a valid class 5 BC driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and exp. with MS Office applications. We offer attractive wages and comprehensive benefits.

Please email your resume to careers@ďŹ vestarbc.ca or fax to 604-435-0516

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HELP WANTED

Landscaper /Construction Worker

Advertising Sales Representative The award-winning Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows News has an immediate opening for a full time Advertising Sales Representative.

The successful candidate will have a post-secondary education from a recognized institution or two years of sales experience, preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The winning candidate will be required to meet sales targets by deepening relationships with existing clients and developing new business with an aggressive face-to-face cold calling mandate.

The ability to work independently in an extremely fast paced environment while adhering to deadlines is a must. Candidates considered for the position will be results oriented, strong communicators, and be willing to learn and adapt in an ever changing business environment. A vehicle and a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license is required.

We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan along with a strong beneďŹ t package.

Black Press has over 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless.

HELP WANTED

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Lemare Lake Logging is currently seeking Driller/Blasters for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages.

Please email resume to: office@lemare.ca or fax to 250-956-4888.

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RETAIL

PERSONAL SERVICES 171

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

PERSONAL SERVICES 175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

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SALES - INSIDE TELEMARKETING SHOW HOME HOSTESS

Needed for The Pointe Project in Maple Ridge. Must be outgoing, positive, a quick learner and a team player. Real Estate Sales experience a must. P/T hours.

Must be available weekends. Pay commensurate on experience.

Email to:

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Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function... â&#x20AC;˘ Dinner Parties â&#x20AC;˘ Executive Meetings â&#x20AC;˘ Family Gatherings â&#x20AC;˘ Weddings / Banquets â&#x20AC;˘ B-B-Ques â&#x20AC;˘ Funerals We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

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vicky@concordiahomes.ca The Lemare Group is currently seeking a heavy duty mechanic for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to: office@lemare.ca or fax to: 250-956-4888.

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TEACHERS

B & D Montessori Learning Academy is looking for F/T Preschool & Daycare Montessori teachers. *Montessori & ECE required* For more info contact Beata 604-464-6447 or 604-725-8712

The Lemare Group is currently seeking a heavy duty mechanic for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to: office@lemare.ca or fax to: 250-956-4888.

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.

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

SANDWICH ARTISTS Westwood & Lougheed ALL SHIFTS, F/T and P/T No experience necessary.

Uniform and training provided.

1 free meal included daily.

SUBWAY - Call Arvick 604-944-2427 Please No Calls Between 11:30-1:30PM

8646 623-679 Cypress St 1900-2121 Foster Ave 665-687 Linton St (odd) 673-380 Lowel Crt 1910-2111 Orland Dr 660 Wilmot St OTHER ROUTES NOT LISTED MAY BE AVAILABLE. PLEASE CALL TO ENQUIRE. If you live on or near one these routes and you are interested in delivering the papers please call Circulation

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

COSTA Enterprises Corp. req. F/T retail supervisor for gas station in Coquitlam/Maple Ridge. Min. 1-2 yrs work exp in gas station/convenience store. $16.50 per hr. Fax resume: 604-568-0235

The following routes are now available to deliver the NEWS in the Tri-City area:

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

#7 - 20306 Dewdney Trunk, M. Ridge Corner Max Gas Station Open 10am-8pm Daily.

Diesel Engine Mechanics CULLEN DIESEL POWER LTD. Surrey B.C. requires experienced Diesel Engine mechanics with overhaul and repair experiences for the Surrey Truck Engine shop.

Preference given to applicants with DDC & MBE engine exp.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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Eligible â&#x20AC;˘ Backed by the hard asset of Real Estate To find out more... contact Jarome Lochkrin 778-388-9820 or info@thealternative.ca * Historical performance does not guarantee future returns.

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E-mail resume: sep@cullendiesel.com or Fax to 604 888-4749 ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN required by Pitt Meadows based company. Experience with trouble shooting to the component level is nec. Valid D.L. & criminal background check may be required. Please send resumes c/o Adam to: #12 - 11443 Kingston St. Maple Ridge, V2X 0Y6. email: adam@meiinternational.com No phone calls please.

GRADUATING? The trades are a great career choice! Consider becoming an automotive service technician at Hanna Chrysler Ltd. in Hanna, Alberta. APPRENTICE OR LICENSED candidates considered.

Competitive wages, bonus potential, benefits. Clean, modern shop.

Fax resume to 403-854-3141

Moulder / Grinder Operator

EDUCATION/TUTORING

ADMIN ASSISTANT trainees needed! Large & small firms seeking admin staff! No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-5127116.

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@ 604-472-3042 and quote the route number.

LIGHT DUTY CLEANERS Five Star Building Maintenance has Immediate F/T and P/T openings (daytime only).

We offer training programs, attractive wages and comprehensive benefits.

Fax resume to 604-435-0516 or email to careers@ďŹ vestarbc.ca

Please submit your resume with a cover letter by 5:00 pm Friday, June 17, 2011 to: Carly Ferguson, Advertising & Creative Services Manager Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows News 22328 - 119th Avenue Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2Z3 or by email: admanager@mapleridgenews.com

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LEGAL

LEGAL SECRETARY

Thank you to all who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

THE NEWS Serving Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows since 1978

www.blackpress.ca

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Carriers Needed

6003 2201-2235 Brookmount Dr (odd) 101-214 Clearview Dr 170-208 Edward Cres 200-239 Moray St 3209-3234 Pinda Dr 3210-3290 Portview Pl

Must have 3 yrs exp. in unit paving & keystone block walls. Hardworking & responsible worker. Call 604838-7182 or Fax 604-462-7554.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca

Maple Ridge law firm requires a legal secretary with a minimum of 1 year experience to cover a one year maternity position. Must be willing to do reception duties as back up relief to receptionist.

Please reply w/ resume: By mail : McEachern Harris & Brown 22334 McIntosh Avenue V2X-3C1 Fax: 604-467-1224 E-mail: reception@mhblaw.ca

Req. for Westcoast Moulding & Millwork, Port Kells BC. Must have previous exp. running & setting up moulder & grinding.

Positive attitude, dedication & willingness to learn rewarded with:

.Own a home? Need Money?

Origin Home Financial Partners

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Please Fax resume: 604-513-1194 or E-mail: jobs @westcoastmoulding.com

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OLYMPIC Roofing Ltd at Port Coquitlam, is looking to hire a Roofer (Noc. 7291). P/F 40 p/w $20.26 p/h ASAP, Exp. 3 to less than 5 years.

Must speak English. Area Specialization: Single ply sheet membrane roofing systems. Skills Install sheet metal flashings, apply waterproof coatings to concrete and masonry surfaces, set up scaffolding.

Please send your resumen at info@olympicroofing.ca

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Operations Maintenance Workers Our Engineering & Operations Department is currently seeking semi-skilled individuals for casual opportunities as Operations Maintenance Workers to perform a diverse range of labour-related duties including construction and maintenance tasks in a public works setting. Requirements include recent municipal experience, the experience and education to qualify for the EOCP Level 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Water CertiÂżcate and a minimum Class %C driverÂśs license, Class with air endorsement preferred.

7he 11 rate for this casual C8PE position is . per hour plus 1 in lieu of vac stats. Please visit our website for further information on this opportunity. Applicants should forward their resumes, including competition number 11-22C, by Friday, June 17, 2011 to the Human Resources Division, 2 0 6haughnessy 6treet, Port Coquitlam, %C 9 C 2A or fax 0 - 27- or e-mail Mobs# portcoquitlam.ca

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142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

RECEPTIONIST

Maple Ridge law firm requires a full time receptionist who must be self - motivated and have multitasking abilities. Prior reception experience preferred, but not required. Any legal knowledge an asset.

Please reply with resume By mail: McEachern Harris & Brown 22334 McIntosh Avenue V2X- 3C1 Fax: 604-467-1224 or E-mail: reception@mhblaw.ca

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

Want to advance your career?

Drillers Assistants (labour)

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APPLIANCE REPAIRS

Entry level positions Job entails: Lift 25-100lbs, repetitive manual labor, working outdoors, long hours, travel in BC, strong work ethic, team player, multitasking, self-motivated. Ability to take direction, valid BC drivers license, clean abstract, reliable transportation. Mechanically inclined an asset.

Provide resume and drivers abstract to: careers@mudbaydrilling.com or fax to 604-888-4206.

No phone calls.

172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS Angela is renowned Physic Healer Can solve all problems of life specializing in love, health, business, marriage, reunites loved ones. Call today for a better tomorrow. 65 yrs. of experience

604-364-8895

WOOD FENCE INSTALLERS Experienced, detail oriented tradesmen reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d for established cedar company. Preference given to those that are fully equipped with truck / trailer and all the necessary tools and equipment.

Please fax your resume to (604) 583-8316 Attn: commercial

173E

HEALTH PRODUCTS

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MAJOR Appliance Repairs to All Makes JIM PUGH Owner/Technician 30 Yrs+ Experience 3755 Bracewell Court, Pt Coq. Pgr: 669-6500 #4909

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 & Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s claims. Licâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d / Ins. Windows Free. 778-840-2421

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CLEANING SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 281

CLEANING, Residential, Commercial.

20 years experience. Refs. available. (604)525-0688 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

GARDENING

We charge the cheapest price ever. Only $20/Hr We always do an excellent job.

PLEASE CALL

778-996-1978

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CONCRETE & PLACING

$95 includes: Aeration, Moss Control & Fertilization Now accepting NEW 10 day weekly lawn mowing customers. ✓Installation ✓ Maintenance ✓Renovations ✓Call a Profes.

ATC LANDSCAPE

• Kitchens • Bathrooms • Remodeling • Decks

Landscape Maintenance Services • Spring Yard Clean-Ups • Lawn Maintenance • Gardening • Hedge & Tree Trimming • Cedar Fencing

604.720.2853 Fully Insured. Member of BBB.

www.atclandscape.com

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

UNIQUE CONCRETE DESIGN F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147 FREE ESTIMATES

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DRYWALL

45 Years in the drywall trade. All size jobs boarding, taping, spraying.

Big or small. Wayne 778-242-2060 ALL PHASES DRYWALL • Taping • Texture • Spraying 30 yrs. Tidy Workplace. Free Est. No job too small.Eric 778-898-9806 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

*Since 1981 *Licensed *Insured

www.metrovanhome.ca

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604-464-8700 ~ 778-867-8785

Home Renovations and New Construction

GARDEN ROTOTILLING. Is your lawn being destroyed? We are certified to kill Chaffer Beetles. Lawn aeration, Reseeding or Installations. stump grinding, hedge Trimming, tree services. Cell: 778 885-6488

Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more * 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE* INSURED ~ WCB

• Free Estimates • Free Kitchen designs • A+ Rating

Call 604-312-5050

FENCING

FENCE-IT-RIGHT Installations -604.639.6626 Cedar, Chain Link, Ornamental iron, Vinyl (Insured, Experienced, Competitive Pricing)

Instant Grassifacation!

Topsoil/Lawn & Garden - $24/yrd Aged Mushroom Manure - $15/yrd Steer Manure - $15/yrd.

Wash Sand, 3/4 Clear Crush, & 3/4 Drain Rock - $25/yrd Lime Rock - $35/yrd. Navvy Jack

1 to 10 YRDS. DELIVERD ONLY ✶ Reasonable Rates for Delivery.

Call Kelly

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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 Always! Pwr. raking, grass cutting, fertilizing, hedging, pruning, Rubbish rem. Free Est. 604-230-0627

Gary 604-690-7JNL (7565) “Family Owned & Operated in the Tri-Cities”

WESTERLY Always! Gutter, window cleaning, pressure washing, lawn maintains, yard clean-up. Simon 604-230-0627

POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin.

Repairs, Staining. Free Est.. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-468-4117.

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

604-763-4215 or 604-341-4524

Specializing in cedar fencing, installations. Free est.

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

604.587.5865

“JUST A GREAT JOB!”

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION

RESTORATION

Rot repairs, Building envelope repairs, new deck construction, full deck restoration, exterior cladding. We do work for home owners and strata’s.

Free consultation.

David (778)881-2877

www.westerlyrestoration.com

Furnace & Duct Cleaning

Special pkg $89. Call 604-945-5801

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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.

ADDITIONS, Renovations & New Construction. Concrete Forming & Framing Specialist. 604.218.3064 PAINTING, Tiling, Lam Floors, Pressure Washing. Misc. Repairs.

Int/Ext. Brian 604-936-8966.

SEASIDE PAINTING & Decking 604-462-8528, 218-9618

SL PAINTING

RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!

If I can’t do it It can’t be done Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 INTERIORS: Baths (renos/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc.

EXPERIENCED IN OVER 30 LINES OF WORK! * Quality work * Prompt Service * Fair prices For positive results Call Robert SERVICE CALLS WELCOME

&

Residential

Service,

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle.

Senior- Student Discount available.

604-721-4555 or 604-800-9488.

ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials.

Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Interior & Exterior. Member of BBB since 1975 Call John (604)889-8424

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

bradsjunkremoval.com

Isaac 604-727-5232

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk.

Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

332

PAVING/SEAL COATING

372

SUNDECKS

ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.

338

PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 ✔ 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.

Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing, gates. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

Woodland Decks WDesign & Renovations WCedar Decks WFences WWooden Retaining walls Home Renovations Call Patrick for a free est.

A-1 EXTERIOR/ INTERIOR. Quality job, senior rates, free est, residential, commercial. Refs. 15 yrs exp.

No job too small.Call 604-476-0766

604-351-6245

MOVING & STORAGE

374

TREE SERVICES

.Enterprise Plumbing, Heaitng, Gasfitting

AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

604-537-4140

PETS

Getting a job couldn’t be easier!

2 HUNGRY PAINTERS & Power Washing. Low prices. Int/Ext. Man & wife 75 years combined exp.

604.467.2532 twohungrypainters.ca

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220.JUNK(5865)

477

AUSTRALIAN CATTLE dogs, bluehealer puppies, born April 26.,vet checked, 1st shots, working parents, $550. Call (604)860-4400 BICHON Pups CKC Reg. $750.

Adorable. Hypo-allerg, vet chk, 1st shots, guart’d. 604-617-3470 Boston Terriers pups, ckc reg, vet checked, reputable breeder, excellent pedigree. (604)794-3786 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CHIHUAHUA tiny tea cup puppies, ready to go now. $650. Call (604)794-7347 CKC Reg.soft coated Wheaten Terrier pups, hypo-allergenic. Guarntd.

Vet ✓ $1200. Call 604-617-3470

★ Disposal ★ Renovations Debris ★ Construction ★ Drywall Pickup ★ Demolition ★ 7 days/week ★ Free Estimates ★

604-328-6387 Commercial

604.

★ ★CALL NOW★ ★ LOW COST RUBBISH REMOVAL

Interior/Exterior.

FREE Estimates.

Quality job.

Fully insured - WCB Please call Sonly.

Painting

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Ph: 942-4383 Fax:942-4742

WINDOW CLEANING

EXTRA

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MISC SERVICES

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- Est. 1989 F WCB, Insured, Licensed F Free Estimates F Many References F All Types of Painting

386

*GENTLEMEN* WINDOW Cleaning Window & Gutter Cleaning.

Pressure Washing. Call Micah for a free estimate 604-230-0429

www.recycle-it-now.com

PRO ✶ ACC PAINTING LTD ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Free Estimates * Fully Insured

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

604-728-5643

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NO JOB TOO SMALL!

Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certifi ed Arborist

RECYCLE-IT!

Robert J. O’Brien

*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

RENO & REPAIR

Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work

EARTH FRIENDLY

NICK’S

RAZAR DELIVERIES

RUBBISH REMOVAL

#1 DUMP YOUR JUNK No job too small.On time every time 604-939-0808 D 604-649-4339

NO Headaches NO Surprises NO Excuses

Landscaping

(604)465-1311

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

275

SKY VIEW ROOFING LTD. Lic. & Ins. Excellent Refs. 10% off any written quote or new client!

604-317-4729 www.skyviewroofing1.com

JUNK REMOVAL

LANDSCAPING excavation and bobcat services. Leveling, trenching,grading,demolition+removal and more. Rate from $ 75.00 per hour.

Email: vlady1964@hotmail.com or after 6p.m. Vlady 604-463-9479

✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Grave Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel

JERRY’S FENCING LTD

604-807-1704 or 604-807-3843

10% DISCOUNT !

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604-465-9812 1-800-663-5847

Seven Days a Week

☎ 604-521-7594 ☞ 604-817-8899

Simar 778-892-1266

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(Turn right 1st road East of Pitt River Bridge from Vancouver)

$28/yrd. Road Base 28/yrd

269

(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

16897 Windsor Road Pitt Meadows

meadowslandscapesupply.com 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

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $269, 2 coats

Completehomerenovations@gmail.com

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.

✶ Pruning & Shaping ✶ Tree Removal ✶ Stump Grinding

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ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582

Marc 604-315-8954

TREE SERVICES

New Roofs, Re-Roof, Repairs. Free Est. Refs. * WCB * Fully Insured.

Running this ad for 7yrs

Greg 604-818-0165

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Free estimates 604-418-8340

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539

COMPLETE HOME RENOVATIONS

Mowing from $30 Fertilizing, New Lawns Landscape and Garden design and Installation Yard Clean-ups

The DECK Guys

SAVE ON ROOFING

17607 FORD ROAD,

Over 20 year experience

• • •

SUNDECKS

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.

Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.

• Insured • WCB • Written Guarantee • Free Est. • 20 Years Exp.

Dean 604-834-3076

KITCHEN & BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

372

ABC TREE MEN

Top Quality Painting Exterior / Interior

PITT MEADOWS PICK-UP ...... OR .... DELIVERY

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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604.723.8434

~ Free Estimates ~

Prompt Delivery Available

Mini Excavating W Bobcat, Residential / Commercial Snow removal W Landscape Reno’s & Trenching

RIDGE MEADOWS ROOFING. Res Re-roofing & repairs WCB BBB A+ rating Free est. 604-377-5401

604-941-2263 / 604-725-7246

ELECTRICAL

HYTRAC EXCAVATING LTD.

JJ ROOFING. New Roofs/Re-Roofs / Repairs. Summer Special ~ 20% Off. Free Est. Refs. WCB Insured.

Member BBB. Jas @ 604-726-6345

A-1 PAINTING CO.

all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements

604 575 5555

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE

LOOK for our YARD SIGNS

Scott 604-891-9967

D Garden Blend Soil D Lawn Blend Soil D Custom Blends avail.

D Composted Mushroom Manure

Fully Insured All Work Guaranteed. Call John

# 1 PAY-LESS Painting Ext./Int. SPRING Special

Serving Tri City 31 Yrs. Call 24 Hrs/7 Days paylesspainting.multiply.com

*Rototilling *Levelling *Gardens *Loader Work *Brush Cutter

Yard Maintenance Hedge Trimming~Tree Pruning Lawn Cuts ~ Weeding Retaining Wall

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS A to Z Roofing Ltd. Spec in re-roofing, asphalt, cedar, flat roof. Guar Wrk. WCB, BBB. 778-996-6479.

D Free estimates D Insured Licensed D References Residential D Pressure Washing

Ed’s ROTOTILLING & LANDSCAPING

COQUITLAM LANDSCAPING ★ SPRING CLEANUP ★

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

604-465-3189

THREE STAR DRYWALL LTD Boarding, Taping, & texture. Small jobs welcome! Kam 604-551-8047

#1167 LIC’D, BONDED. BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774 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

LANDSCAPING

When QUALITY Matters BATHROOM SPECIALISTS, complete renos, tub to counter, from floor to wall, proud BBB Member.

Refs. 30 yrs. exp. Call John 604779-4029 www.bcbwreno.ca

Grass cutting & ground maint.

Lawn mowing & install new turf Spring / leaf clean-up Aeration & power raking General gardening, Barkmulch, soil & ground levelling.

604-518-0060

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

NO Wood byproducts used

AVA MINA GARDENING & MAINTENANCE

S S S S

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

604-949-1900 QUALITY RENOVATIONS

All cement work, forming & prep.

WCB insured. 30 yrs exp, refs. Free est, Joe 604-908-6143, 931-1684

NO JOB TOO SMALL

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

604 - 961 - 8595

ARTISTICO CONCRETE

HERFORT CONCRETE

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Alpine Landscaping

CLEANING SERVICES We do both

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

✶ 2011 Spring Special ✶

~DEEP & SPARKLING~ COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL

www.tricitynews.com

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PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373 TOPLINE PRESSURE WASHING Siding, gutters, & tile roofs. We use SOAP. WCB insured 604.861.6060

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 $

DOGO ARGENTINO MASTIFFS PB, Rare Breed. Born April 20.

Ready to go. 3F, 1M. $1500.

778-242-0862

ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPS Champion bloodlines, CKC, $2,800.

Call or email; 604-465-3254, schoolyardbullies@ymail.com English Springer Spaniels, ready June not reg., $850.

(604)7984998. twbjmenges@gmail.com GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. 2 Male & 2 Fem. $650. 1st shots & dewormed. Call 778-863-6332.

GOLDEN retriever X Australian Shepherd, 6 wks. male/female $375. dewormed No Sunday calls: 604-819-4404 or 604-823-6703 KITTENS. GORGEOUS, Calico F, $150; black/white, F/M, $75: litter box trained. dewormed. 7 wks old.

1-604-823-2191 (Yarrow).

LAB 1 yr. old, neutered male, black, very friendly, good with kids and other animals. $50. (778)565-4272 MALTI / SHIH-TZU / POODLE X. Pups & adults. Non-shedding. 604820-9469.

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 P.B. Chocolate LAB female. 5 mo old. partially trained. All shots.

Spayed. (604)796-3669 PUPPIES FOR SALE, 8 wks old, Terrier X Chihuahua $300 Call 604-856-3855 RABBITS, P.B. Holland Lops & P.B. French Lops. Litterbox trained.

Family raised. (604)796-3669 SHELTIE SABLE PUPPIES, 1st shots, dewormed, asking to go out!

(604)826-6311 TOY POODLE puppies. 2 apricot, 1 white. Adorable. Ready to go July 1.$700. 778-240-2400 (Cloverdale)

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REAL ESTATE 626

HOUSES FOR SALE

APPLIANCES

POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Rebuilt*Washer*Dryer*Fridge*Stove Up to 1 Yr Warranty. Trade-in Avail.

509

AUCTIONS

UNRESERVED RECEIVERSHIP AUCTION, Caliber Systems Inc. As instructed by Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP. Day One - Tuesday, June 28, 2011. 45 Industry Way S.E., Calgary, Alberta And Day Two - Wednesday, June 29, 2011, 3637 - 44 Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta.

Call CPA at 403-269-6600

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

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

Please call Nova for viewing at 604-767-9832

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

LOTS

630

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

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

551

GARAGE SALES

MOVING Sale Downsizing; EVERYTHING MUST GO. 1842 LINCOLN AVENUE, POCO SAT. JUNE 18 10:00am - 2:00pm Furniture, dishes, tools, home decor, books, movies & much more

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GARDEN EQUIPMENT

DEER PROBLEMS? Problem solved! Bobbex Deer repellent available in Canada. Easy, economical, safe. Available at local garden centres. Dealer inquiries welcome. Ask for BOBBEX. www.bobbex.ca

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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.

560

MISC. FOR SALE

A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits.

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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!!

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639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES Walk-on Waterfront with 2 houses - only $774,900 on beautiful Vancouver Island in the Nanaimo area. Nanaimo: Great Views, Fantastic Lifestyle. Average single family home price $360,000. visit www.danmorris.ca or call Dan Morris Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty at 800-377-4374

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

BURNABY

578

SPORTING GOODS

Want to get into shape??

Hoist V3 Home gym

Perfect condition, hardly used.

Patented 3-D articulating chest press, arm & leg press.

Paid $3500, sacrifice $1000.

Downsizing must sell.

Call: 604-309-6206

REAL ESTATE 603

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N.IDAHO PEACEFUL COUNTRY CABIN on 30 ac. Get more magic from life. www.MagicMountain83858.com

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY BUILDING SALE ... “”FINAL CLEARANCE!””.

25x40 $7995.

30x40 $9840. 35x50 $12,995.40x80 $18,700. 47x100 $29,890. Ends included. Many others. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers since 1980. Call 1800-668-5422.

535 - 555 Shaw Avenue (google map) (yahoo map)

706

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

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 CENTRE “Raphael Towers” 1 Bdrm + den $965/mo *IN-SUITE W/D *GARBURATOR *ONSITE MANAGER *BEHIND COQ. CTR. MALL

604-944-2963 PORT COQUITLAM: 2 bdrm apt. $765 & $785/mo. Quiet family complex. No pets. Call 604-464-0034.

APARTMENT/CONDO

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 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.

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

For more info & viewing call

Dragan 778-788-1845

Hyland Manor 751 Clarke Rd, Coquitlam Beautiful, large, 1 & 2 bdrm stes from $750. Close to Lougheed Mall, transit, parks shopping.

Nestled in a park like setting, a must see. Parking, laundry room.

For more info & viewing call

Dragan 778-788-1845 Professionally Managed by Gateway Property Management

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

CEDARWAY APT Bright & Clean 1 & 2 Bdrms

COQUITLAM

Welcome Home !

1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.

Call (604) 931-2670

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 SAVE Time and Money - Tri-Cities Mortgage Broker - Buying your first home? Renovations? Lower payments? Damaged Credit? Free professional consultation. Kristi Mutka, BBA, AMP 604-790-6225 kristimutka@securemortgage.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

COLLECTORS SAXOPHONES Soprano Buecher Silver 80 yrs old, excellent condition $2500. Baraton Conn $1900. Call 604-534-2997

APARTMENT/CONDO

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.

All animals deserve to have hope for a better tomorrow. www.1000saints.ca

506

706

RENTALS

COQUITLAM

Wanted: 1000 Saints

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

RENTALS

COQUITLAM - West

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

Very Large 1 Bdrm unit in Great Area - Blue Mtn & Austin *Nr Lougheed Mall, Shops, Bus* Well Maintained Building with Onsite Caretaker, Security Camera, NS/NP.

Ph: 604-931-4648 604-936-4774 , 604-889-8534

Derek Manor 2048 Manning Ave. Port Coq ~ 604-941-5452 or 604-944-7889 FREE PREMIUM CABLE $80 Value

S Impeccably clean S Heat S H/water S Parking S Ldry

1 bdrm. $780/mo.

Available June 15th

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL PORT COQUITLAM, 2043 sq ft.

Ground floor, dance/fitness area.

Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/Shaughnessy intersection. 604-464-3550.

PORT MOODY. 2608 St. John’s St. 1350 sq ft office space. $2350 + HST. Avail Aug 1. 604-469-9100.

715

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

MAPLE Ridge 2 BDR duplex; newly renov; h/w floors; central location; N/S; N/P; w/d & garbage incl; utilities not incl; $850; Adult oriented; Call 604-315-4651 or 604-9446354.

PORT COQ. 2 Bdrm duplex, appls, carport, walk to WCX, np/ns, refs, July 15. $995 + utils.(604)464-4258

730

MISC. FOR RENT

FORT Langley Heritage home.6 bds,4 bth (w suite) + suite in new garage. Sunny 7600 SF lot.See pic’s www.FamilyHomesBC.com. $924,900 call Bill 604-328-4064

Langley

201 St/Michaud Cres

736

HOMES FOR RENT

3 BR House w/ kitchen, dinning rm, living rm, carport, f/s, hookup w/d, backyard, patio, plenty of storage. Avail. July 1 $933 + utils.

N/S & N/P.

PITT MEADOWS

1 & 2 Bdrms Apts, Also 3 Bdrm T/Homes Avail Conveniently located. Nice, bright & large suites. No pets.

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 PORT Coquitlam 2 BDR apt; newly renov; h/w floors; great view - top floor; N/S; N/P; Adult oriented; utilities not included; $800; Call 604-315-4651 or 604-944-6354.

PORT COQUITLAM, 2 bdrm + den, grnd floor, 5 appls, 2 prk, strg, $1550/mth. Jul. 1st. 778-928-5557.

747B SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

POCO DOWNTOWN All-Inclusive Seniors Residence 1 Bdrm. Apartment Rent incls. freshly prepared meals, cable, housekeeping, emergency response & activities. www.rjkent.com 2675 Shaughnessy St. Call: 778-285-5554

750

604-464-7548 #1 IN RENTALS (Since 1990) Professional Property Management Services for LANDLORDS (Tri City)

COQ 4bdr fam home, approx 2600s/f, dbl gar, some h/wood flr, 5 appls, ns/np/refs, Jul1. $2000.

PT MOODY 2bdr condo, 1 bath, 5 appls, 1 sec u/g pkg. N/s, ref’s, pet w/approval, July 1st, $1200.

MAPLE RIDGE. 3 bdrm rancher 1/4 acre, liv rm / fam rm, lrg deck. 2 lrg strg sheds, NS/NP. July 1. $1450. Call 604-941-3259.

NEW 1/2 bdrm grd flr hse, nice view and very quite! in a big land located Coq. & P. Coq. rent $990, ph:604295-5424, globalec@mdi.ca.

741

OFFICE/RETAIL COQUITLAM OFFICE SPACE WESTWOOD CORP. CENTRE Various sizes of office space available CALL 604-944-2963

SUITES, LOWER

1BR Basement suite. Sullivan Hts.Includes,heat,hydro, cable &insuite washer/dryer! No smoking,partying,pets. References required.$700.Ph. 604-596-7370 2 bdrm basement suit. own laundry.

Include gas and electricity. avail now, No pets and smoking. Address: 620 Nadina crt, Coquitlam, $950, Bill : 6047718396 COQUITLAM 2 bdrm g/l ste. Nr. park. Avail. now. NS/NP $900/mo. incl utils, sh ldry. 604-945-6348.

COQUITLAM: Brand new above grnd 1 bdrm bsmt ste. Cbl, net/utils incl. Pri lndry, in-flr heat, NP/NS. Avl July 1. $825/mo. (604)992-4759 COQUITLAM: Bright 1000 sq.ft. 2 bdrm, cls to school, off Pinetree Way. W/D & D/W. $1100 + 1/3 utils.

July 1st. NS/NP. (604)468-7543 COQUITLAM, New paint, quiet 1 bdrm; f. yard. W/D. $650/mo incld utils. G/L, priv entry (604)941-4166 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, $1050/mo incl utils/cable.

Avail July 1st. 604-552-3307.

COQUITLAM. Reno’d 3 bdrm lower ste. H/w flrs. dryer. Nr Coq Ctr, Sep ent. $1200 incl utils. 604-944-9130.

RENTALS 752

TRANSPORTATION

TOWNHOUSES

827

VEHICLES WANTED

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

PORT COQUITLAM

MERIDIAN VILLAGE 3120 Coast Meridian Road 2 Bedroom Apartment $800 2 Bedroom Townhouse $910 3 Bedroom Townhouse $1,025 All Include 1 free parking spot Heat & Hot water included in Apartment A safe, all ages community in POCO, spacious grounds in a park like setting, close to schools and parks with shopping near by.

Great for families - Day Care and After School Care facilities right on site!

Amenities include in suite laundry hook-ups for townhouses, on site laundry facilities in the apartment building. Pet friendly (some exceptions apply).

The tenant and other occupants must demonstrate they meet eligibility criteria related to income, number of occupants, and other similar criteria. Please note that fully subsidized, or Rent Geared to Income (RGI) units are filled via a waiting list called The BC Housing Central Registry (www.bchousing.org/applicants).

No RGI subsidy available at this time. Call 604-451-6075 to view.

1993 PHOENIX 26’ Class A Motorhome, GM chassis, rear queen bed, awning, 62K, nice shape, $14,900. 604-536-8379.

2007 TOPAZ FS305RL

http://www.metrovancouver. org/services/housing

757

WANTED TO RENT

WORKING couple is looking for longterm rental 3bdrm house or T/H 1800+s/f. Backyd. 604-524-0407.

Dinette Slide, 3 burner stove, thermal pane windows, fantastic fan. $29,995 (Stk. 30133A) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

2008 NASH 22 GQ, Q. size bed, fully loaded, like new, must sell, $16,000. (604)850-1684/ 866-2179

COQUITLAM, Willingdon & Prairie 1 bdrm suite. Avail now. Nr all amenits. $650/mo. 604-539-7779.

2009 TRAIL-LITE 248BH

COQUITLAM WW Plateau. 1 Bdrm +den, grnd lvl, priv ent, h/w flrs, full bath, alarm, w/d. Ns/Np, avail June 15. $825 incl utils. 778-231-9604.

COQUITLAM W.W. Plateau. 2 Bdrm bmst suite. D/W, own laundry. $800/mo. + 1/3 util. July 1. N/S, N/P. Call 778-888-6030.

3 burner stove, A/C, awning, microwave, outside shower & more. $15,995 (stk.30399A)

PORT Coquitlam. Mary Hill. Huge 1 bdrm grnd lvl suite with large private patio, gas f/p, insuite laundry, fresh paint, ns/np, $950/mo incl utils/cable. June15. 604-945-0321.

www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

PORT COQUITLAM - Newly renovated, quiet secure bldg, walk to all amens, WC Exp - 2 BDRM APTS avail July 1st.

- Lrg, bright, incl heat, h/water, f/s, priv balc, window coverings.

- Laundry & storage on ea floor.

- Plenty of pkng avail. No Pets.

- Wheelchair accessible

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

McALLISTER APARTMENTS

2232 McAllister Ave

(604)941-7721 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. Now.604-469-9402

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

RENO’D 1 bdrm bsmt suite, sep ent, shrd lndry, near coq cen & 97 bus. $700/month, util incl. N/S N/P. 604-942-0023 Westwood Plateau brand new lrg 2 bdrm ste. 5 appls. sep ent. $1,000 + 1/3 utils. N/S. N/P. 604-945-5645.

751

SUITES, UPPER

COQUITLAM, central, 3 bdrm, 2 baths, lndry, avail. July 1st.

NS/NP. Phone 778-385-3526 COQUITLAM. Nice, quiet top floor, renovated 3 bdrm. F/p, w/d, n/p, $1100/mo. + ½ utils. 604-809-9850.

PT Coquitlam 2 bdrm, 1000 sq ft, priv ent, shrd lndry, nr amens/bus/school, n/p, n/s. $900 + 1/2 hydro. 778-885-7190

752

Call 604-592-5663

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Beautiful rentals available now in Wesbrook Village at UBC. Studios, 2-bedrooms and Townhouses. Call 604-228-2025 today, or email DiscoverWesbrook@ ubcproperties.com www.DiscoverWesbrook.ca/bcy

COQUITLAM CENTRE AREA

TOWNHOUSES 2 Bedroom Units Available *Near schools *5 Appliances *Decorative Fireplaces *No Pets *Avail Immediately MOVE IN BONUS

Call 604-942-2012 www.coquitlampropertyrentals.com 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 COQUITLAM

Crescentview Renovated townhomes in magnificent area.

Basement, patio, new appliances, garage.

Call 604-834-4097 www.aptrentals.com

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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

CARS - DOMESTIC

1990 CADILLAC Allante convertible white, “rare”, 2 seater, 155,000 kms Must sell. $6,900. 604-309-4001 1997 BUICK PARK AVE leather, heated seats, like new, certified. $5900. 778-565-4334.

1999 MERCURY SABLE, excellent cond., loaded, 176K, $2500 obo.

Ph: 604-533-0831 or 778-241-0791 2000 BUICK LASABRE LTD.. Fully loaded GT Pkg. Low kms. Pristine.

Priv. $6900. Call 604-3641554.

2000 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX SE grey, good condition. AirCared. $2850 obo. Call 604-328-9723.

2003 CHEVY IMPALA Selling due to illness for $3500.

Call for info: 604-585-1878.

2007 PT Cruiser exc condition, fully equipped, 63,000kms, silver w/grey interior. $7000. (604)467-0015

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1991 NISSAN STANZA. Red, automatic, 4 cyl., 4 door, good condition. $1600. 604-768-8434 2000 Mazda Millennium mint cond. loaded moonrf. 99,000 kms. silver, blk let int $4,000. 778-378-0749.

2006 MAZDA 5, 6 pass van, touring edition, loaded, auto, snrf, 17’’ whls. $10,000 obo. (604)309-4001.

2009 TOYOTA MATRIX 4/dr auto p/w, p/l, AC, cd player, 89K, silver. $8800. Call 604-825-9477.

2011 KIA RIO 5, h/b, auto, 11,000 kms. Black. Most options. $8500 firm. 604-538-9257.

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 Chrysler Pacificia awd 178,000k lady owner. Maint. garaged, no acc. $8900. 604-539-2040

851

TRUCKS & VANS

1980 CHEV crane truck, 8 ton lift, $7000 obo. Call Doug @ 604-7500194 1997 RANGER XLT super cab, 4 X 2, 1 owner, loaded, extras. $3,500 obo. Phone (604)463-2507 1999 FORD 450, super duty 16’ deck. $8,000. 604-719-1040.

MARINE 912

BOATS

17’ F.G. BAYLINER, 160hp Merc Cruiser. Comes with trailer $4300 obo. Call 604-768-8434

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2011 FORD FIESTA SE #4820

Full power group, air cond, amazing fuel economy!

$

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2011 DODGE DAKOTA QUAD CAB 4X4 #4894 894

#4893

Alloys, Full Power Group, Loaded!

29,895 Less 12% HST = $3,587

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1â&#x20AC;? x 6â&#x20AC;? x 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lengths

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CABINET HARDWARE

PINE TABLE LEGS & BUN FEET

If itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to update, come have a look at our selection of cabinet hardware!

Great selection of newest designs, styles and ďŹ nishes

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S4S MDF & PRIMED IMED PINE LUMBER ER Primed & ready for paint. Use less paint, little or no sanding, less hassle. Buy Now & Save...

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ASSORTED TOY KITS

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SHOP SERVICES We cut things! Need a sheet of plywood cut up, maybe some mouldings trimmed to ďŹ t in your car? We can do it.

Come in & see our selection of assorted pine table legs and bun feet. Selection of styles to choose from.

Build it yourself fun for all ages!

Come in & see our huge selection!

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#BSOFU )XZ $PRVJUMBN Â&#x2026; (Across from McDonalds & Tim Hortons) Mon-Fri: 8am - 6pm â&#x20AC;˘ Sat: 8:30am - 5pm â&#x20AC;˘ Sun: 9:30am - 5pm Prices in effect until July 14, 2011 or while supplies last â&#x20AC;˘ Visit us online at: www.windsor-plywood.com

If you need a 4â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; sheet rough cut, no problem!

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be happy to do it for you. 1/2 and 1/4 sheets are also available in many species.