4 days to go ’til the Terry Fox Run As the 31st annual Terry Fox Run approaches (there are four runs Sunday locally), an old friend speaks to students at his namesake school while run organizers worldwide get ready: see page 3
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Body found & husband is charged Mou will appear before a judge again next week By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS
The body of a Coquitlam mother of two has been recovered and her estranged husband has been charged with murder in a case police have been investigating for close to two months. Yating (Lancy) Hu, who was first reported missing in mid-July. Her body was found Aug. 27 in a suitcase in the Fraser River near Steveston. Her husband, Zhongming (James) Mou, 35, has been charged with murder and appeared before provincial court Judge David Stone Monday.
Wearing blue jeans and a redsleeved t-shirt, the accused quickly spoke to a duty council lawyer who informed the judge that Mou needed more time to reLANCY HU tain a lawyer. Mou had been kept at the Burnaby RCMP detachment near where he was arrested over the weekend and was to be moved to the North Fraser Pre-trial Centre in Port Coquitlam until a bail hearing, which has not been set. He will come back before a judge next week. see ‘A GOOD GOO MOM’, O , page g 14
Coalition backs higher taxes to help TransLink By Jeff Nagel BLACK PRESS
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Hundreds turned out at Town Centre Park in Coquitlam on Sunday — and many more around the province — for the annual Paws for a Cause. The walk, a fundraiser for the BC SPCA, took participants on a leisurely stroll around Lafarge Lake.
Metro Vancouver mayors are being urged to approve a twocent gas tax increase and work with the province to impose other new fees on motorists to finance TransLink’s latest expansion plan. The Sustainable Transportation Coalition, a group of planners and transportation advocates, says TransLink’s Moving Forward supplement must be approved for the long-term health of the region. see $700M SOUGHT SOUGHT,, page 12
COQUITLAM THURS. TransLink’s next community consultation session is tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 15), at the Evergreen Cultural Centre. You can ask questions, participate in the discussion and fill out a questionnaire. The session will begin with an open house from 6:30 to 7 p.m. followed by a presentation and discussion from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
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‘He was just like any one of you in this room’ By Jennifer Gauthier THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Bill Vigars’ message to the students of Terry Fox secondary school was a simple one: “You are no different than Terry Fox.” Vigars, Fox’s public relations co-ordinator more than 30 years ago during the Marathon of Hope, spoke to a full gymnasium of students regarding their school’s namesake at the annual assembly last Friday. “He was a pretty cool kid, and that’s what he was, he was just a kid,” Vigars said. “He inspired a nation back then, he inspires the world today.” He reminded the students that regular kids can achieve great things, and shared humorous stories from the run in 1980, revealing a human side to Fox. Vigars recalled multiple food fights, the bad smells that emanated from the van lived in by Terry, his brother Darrell and friend
Doug Alward, and the time Terry put a plate of chop suey down Darrell’s shorts. “This was not a rare occasion, this happened a lot. “Terry was just a regular guy. He was just like any one of you in this room. He was not special, he was not a brilliant guy, he was just a guy who tried and tried, and tried harder — a guy who would not give up” Terryn Legge, a Terry Fox student with ataxia (a nervous system disorder that affects co-ordination), also addressed the crowd. She spoke about her experiences with the disease and encouraged her fellow students to never give up on their dreams. jgauthier@tricitynews.com
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Bill Vigars speaks to the students of Terry Fox secondary school during an assembly last Friday. He was Fox’s publicist 31 years ago.
Canadian hero’s story spreads worldwide Fourth in a five-part series leading up to the 31st annual Terry Fox Run
By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
T
o see the power of Terry Fox’s legacy, you have to look beyond Canada’s borders. The story of the Port Coquitlam hero and his historic Marathon of Hope in 1980 is well known among generations of Canadians but his physical and fundraising achievements — as well as his message of hope to find a cure to cancer — have spread across the world. All you have to do is read the most recent newsletter produced by the Terry Fox Foundation’s international division, which is headed by Fox’s sister, Judith. There are dozens of Terry Fox Runs organized by Canadian embassies and consulates, Canadian Force bases, anti-cancer councils and societies as well as other groups and individuals, many of them expatriates. Jane Figueiredo, an assistant professor at the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and the president of Canadians Abroad, is one of many Canadians working to build awareness about Fox while raising cash for cancer
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Participants in Kandahar, Afghanistan last year held a Great Canadian Hair “Do” as part of the annual Terry Fox Run and raised money by shaving their heads, beards, legs and chests. research. She said Canadians Abroad, the largest ex-pat group in the state, with 3,500 members, is launching its first Terry Fox Run, to be held this Saturday, Sept. 17 at Elysian Park in Los Angeles. Cancer survivor Akash Dube said organizing the Terry Fox Run in Chennai, India, is his way of giving back to the community that helped him through the difficult medical treatments; this year’s third annual event saw around 12,000 runners (last year, more than $32,000 was brought in for the Tata Memorial Hospital). And in Egypt, where the Canadian embassy’s Terry Fox Run is held in front
of the pyramids, Collette Ellis-Toddington, spokesperson for the BC Canadian International School in Cairo, said about 250 staff, students and parents took part in the first run at the school last December and raised about 4,500 LE ($750 CAD); this year’s goal is 10,000 LE for a children’s cancer hospital there. “Our school is on the outskirts of Cairo in a community called Sherouk, and we set the run to occur on the streets of the community around our school,” Ellis-Toddington wrote in an email to The Tri-City News. “Our students really enjoyed learning about Terry Fox and
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Top 10 global Terry Fox Run sites last year: 1. Mumbai, India: $172,625 2. New York City, U.S.A.: $131,926 3. Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.: $127,288 4. Dubai, U.A.E.: $79,449 5. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: $70,558 6. Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam: $42,000 7. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: $39,294 8. Singapore, Singapore: $39,000 9. Guangzhou, China: $38,192 10. Zagreb, Croatia: $36,504
• The 31st annual Terry Fox Run will be held across the country on Sunday, Sept. 18, including four run sites in the Tri-Cities: Coquitlam (10 a.m. at Blue Mountain Park); Port Moody (10 a.m. at city hall); Anmore (noon at the village hall); and Port Coquitlam (10 a.m. at Hyde Creek community centre). For the latter, Terry Fox’s father, Rolly, will be a guest of honour. As well, cancer survivors will be at the start of the runs wearing red shirts, identifying them as Terry’s Team members.
his personal goals. We have been able to raise the awareness of cancer and the affect it has on many families.” She added, “Terry Fox’s story is also a great tool to teach tolerance and understanding of those who are less fortunate or have disabilities. His story shows our young people that handicaps do not have to limit your goals or achievements.” Meanwhile, the 2011 Brunssum Terry Fox Run, organized by the Canadian Delegation of the NATO Joint Force Command Headquarters in Brunssum,
Netherlands, took place Sept. 6. It was the sixth annual Brunssum Terry Fox Run and participation included Canadians and their family members who are working or living in the area for NATO. The 86 participants, including members from various nations, got to choose between 5 km and 10 km runs, or 10 km and 20 km cycle tours through Brunssummerheide Park, with proceeds to support cancer research with the Dutch Cancer Society. Ashleigh Erwin, an international fundraising administrator with the Fox
Foundation, said 30 runs are expected to happen between July and December this year, four of which are first-time runs. Last year, because of political and economic challenges, the foundation lost five countries, resulting in a total loss of 13 international Fox runs. Still, the number of international runs has jumped by 20% since 2009, according to the foundation’s annual report. One run, in Bangalore, India, has been resurrected and will take place Sept. 18 at the Sree Kanteerva Stadium. The run organizer is Nitin Tolani, 21, who was diagnosed with Ewings sarcoma (kidney cancer) in 2009. He first learned about Terry Fox during his studies in Dubai, where he lives, but is organizing the Run in Bangalore because it is his hometown and he received his treatments there. A committed Terry’s Team Member, Tolani speaks at school assemblies promoting Terry’s heroic example and on the importance of giving to end the suffering of cancer. A run is also planned in Kabul, Afghanistan this Friday organized by the Canadian troops and is expected to attract 1,000 participants from nine camps. jwarren@tricitynews.com
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Injured boy plucked from Coq. bush By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS
A 12-year-old boy is recovering with a broken ankle after slipping and falling 20 feet into the Coquitlam River near the Crystal Falls area
north of David Avenue. Coquitlam Search and Rescue (SAR) volunteers and Coquitlam Fire and Rescue firefighters were called out to the scene, initially with information that the boy had suffered a serious head injury. That information
turned out to be false and crews were able to extract the boy and carry him out of the bushes on a stretcher. “Everything was activated on the scene,� said Coquitlam SAR search manager Dwight Yochim. “If he had been seriously injured, we would
have been able to get him out extremely fast.� The incident took place at 3 p.m. on Sunday and the rescue concluded at around 6 p.m. the same day, he added. gmckenna@tricitynews.com
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Coquitlam firefighters marked the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 on the World Trade Centre with a chalk message on a wall at the Mariner Way fire hall denoting the number of New York Fire Department firefighters lost while trying to rescue workers in the twin towers that day.
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Triangle plan proceeds By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS
More construction is expected in the rapidly changing Dominion Triangle after Port Coquitlam council approved third reading Monday for a 17-acre industrial development. The project will provide lots for light industrial uses and includes the construction of the Fremont Connector between Lougheed Highway and Dominion Road at the developer’s expense. As part of the application, land along the Pitt River has also been dedicated to the city for park, riparian and natural area purposes. “I think the project is interesting,� PoCo Mayor Greg Moore said Monday. “I think we are pushing into some new areas of land planning here.� For years, councils have pushed for industrial development in the Dominion Triangle, which was originally taken out of the Agricultural Land Reserve to provide more industrial land to the city. But the development community was slow to respond and only began taking an interest in the 270-acre area when other uses were allowed. Last fall, the city agreed to allow ConWest, which owns a 42-acre property in the triangle, to put a residential condo tower on half of the industrial land if it agreed to move forward with the industrial proposal first. Despite the fact the city has not finalized the approval process, Con-West has begun construction on the site. Tony Marinelli, the company’s president, told The Tri-City News he expects to have deals signed this fall that would see businesses move into the area before
the end of the year. But not all councillors were in favour of the rezoning application. Councillors Mike Forrest and Sherry Carroll voted against the proposal, saying they did not like the idea of industrial MIKE FORREST land being used for residential properties. Forrest said the city should work harder to protect its industrial base and the high-paying jobs that come with those kinds of developments. “I don’t believe the residential portion should be residential,� he said. “I believe it should have been kept industrial.� Other councillors concurred but said approving a residential development on half the property was the only way to get the needed industrial development to go forward. Construction of a condo tower is expected on the northeast area of the property, which can only be built after or in tandem with the industrial buildings proposed by Con-West. Laura Lee Richard, the city’s director of development services, said great care has been taken to make sure the two developments complement each other and fit in with the larger plan for the Dominion Triangle. On top of having to build the Fremont Connector, the application also requires Con-West to create a 28-stall parking lot for users of the Traboulay-PoCo Trail, which will add separation between the industrial and residential properties. gmckenna@tricitynews.com
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Hearing planned for hotel at Coq. casino Articles y Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Coquitlam residents will get their chance to weigh-in at a public hearing next month on an 11-storey hotel and convention centre proposed at the Boulevard Casino. The city’s land use committee voted unanimously to move the application forward; if approved, the facility would add 181 hotel rooms, a modified restaurant and expanded banquet facilities to the site, although the gaming floor would remain the same size. Most councillors appeared supportive of the initiative, particularly with the addition of new hotel space, which several members said is badly needed in Coquitlam. “We are so central to the region that tourism is something we ought to be looking at,” said Mayor Richard Stewart. “The community needs more hotel space, particularly as we explore the kinds of tourism opportunities we have.” Coun. Barrie Lynch concurred, adding a new hotel would mean bigger acts for the Red Robinson Show Theatre, with many bands requiring accommodations on site in order to be booked for the venue. Last month, Great Canadian Gaming Corp., owner of the Boulevard Casino, revealed its plans at an open house, which was attended by 53 people; more than 36 comment sheets were turned in to the applicant. A city staff report noted that of the comment sheets, seven were in favour of the development and 29 were opposed. But the report also noted that most (75%) of the negative responses came from employees at the Best Western hotel on North Road who had concerns about the local hotel market. Coun. Linda Reimer said it is not the city’s place to decide what the marketplace requires for hotel rooms and accommodations. A 2008 market analysis study put together by the applicant also found that there were growth demands for more hotel space in the municipality.
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Coquitlam engineering staff will begin working on a plan outlining how the municipality intends to manage parking in the City Centre area ahead of construction of the Evergreen Line. With greater densification in the area, parking issues have begun to change, with some areas experiencing higher volumes of parked cars while other lots are under-utilized. “If you have too little parking, you very quickly find out what that might mean for support for business,” said Bill Susak, the city’s manager of engineering. “If you have too much parking... you are also going to have impacts.” Of the 28 residential and mixed-use development permit applications approved by the city between 2008 and 2010, 10 variances were allowed for parking ranging from 17% to 30% less than the required minimum. Staff have also found that while developers are required to provide a certain number of stalls depending on the density of a given residence, much of the parking is held back and sold to homeowners. This has led to spill-over, staff said, filling many city streets with vehicles that would be better off stored in their building’s parkade. Rapid transit could also further stress the parking stock as many people are expected to drive to their local Evergreen station and park their vehicles. Coun. Mae Reid said in preparing the plan, staff needs to be cautious about any proposals that would
“The market will determine whether or not this building is needed,” said Coun. Linda Reimer. “I am not sure the government... should be saying things with respect to the marketplace and what is needed and what is not.” But while the application received unanimous support to move forward, there were still some details council wanted worked out before the public hearing. Great Canadian’s proposal stated the expansion of the facility would create 300 full- and part-time jobs but Coun. Neal Nicholson said he would like to see a breakdown of the exact employment figures. “A whole lot of part-time jobs are not what I am looking for in this community,” he said. “I am interested in knowing the number of each.” Great Canadian’s plans are a scaleddown version of a three-year-old proposal that would have seen a 21-storey highrise hotel, a new restaurant, banquet hall, cabaret and conference facilities. That application received third reading in October 2008, in the midst of the economic downturn, and developers did not proceed with their plans. With the economy beginning to rebound and the construction of the Port Mann/Highway 1 project, which is expected to ease access to the area, the corporation believes that market conditions are right for the revised proposal. According to the city’s 2010 annual report, Great Canadian Gaming Corp. was the third largest taxpayer in Coquitlam, contributing $1.5 million to city coffers. As well as municipal taxes, under provincial legislation, the company hands over 10% of its net profits to cities that host its casinos. Since the Boulevard Casino opened, Coquitlam has collected more than $75 million through the Ministry of Solicitor General; the city puts 12.5% of that money into a fund for local non-profit groups, with the remainder spent on major capital works. gmckenna@tricitynews.com
limit the number of stalls in the neighbourhood. She said studies in places such as Vancouver that call for less parking should not carry the same weight in Coquitlam, where there are more hills and more people who drive. “We have to keep in mind what kind of city we live in,” she said. “In the older areas of Coquitlam, go there at about 11 o’clock at night and you won’t find a bare parking spot because everyone has an extra car.” Coun. Brent Asmundson concurred, saying any plan should err on the side of too much parking rather than too little. But Coun. Selina Robinson said the report should reflect changing attitudes toward the automobile. “The next generation sees vehicles very differently than my generation,” Robinson said. “It would be great to have some data on that group. They are less interested in driving a vehicle. They think it is very expensive and they have a different relationship from an urban perspective.” Staff said they would begin consultations with the public on the parking issue and would likely present council with a plan early in 2012.
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Port Moody’s creeks, trails and waterways may seem like pristine retreats next to a bustling suburb. But on closer inspection, they’re not so clean. That’s what 164 volunteers found Saturday when they scoured the area for litter as part of the Great Canadian Shoreline Clean-up. The national event, taking place in most regions this upcoming weekend, is an opportunity to rid the natural environment of human junk. For the Port Moody Ecological Society, which held ITS clean-up a week early, the endeavour was a painful reminder of what people will do to their parks. Some 2,430 pieces of litter were picked up, filling 26 garbage bags in a few hours last Saturday. The junk weighed 213 kg and included the following, according to a press release: • dumping: a battery, 54 building materials, nine car parts, a 55-gallon drum and five tires; • smoking: 695 cigarettes/cigarette filters, five lighters, nine cigar tips, 62 pieces of tobacco packaging and wrappers; • medical/personal hygiene: three condoms, four diapers and three tampons; • general litter: 80 paper bags, 211 plastic bags, 41 balloons, 69 plastic beverage bottles, 161 glass beverage bottles, 210 drink boxes and cans, 99 caps and lids, 42 articles of clothing and shoes, 95 cooking/eating ware, 402 food wrappers/ containers, 14 pull tabs, three six-pack holders, three shotgun shells/ wadding, 78 straws, 21 toys; • boating/fishing: two bait containers, packaging, two buoys/ floats, one crate, four pieces of fishing line, 17 pieces of plastic sheeting/tarps, 10 pieces of rope, 14 strapping bands. The press release also noted several items of concern, including 54 pieces of construction material, 14 dog poop bags and a plastic bag of drugs. On the good news front, materials related to fishing and boating were few and there were no syringes picked up.
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More than 160 volunteers scoured Port Moody’s trails and waterways last Saturday as part of the Great Canadian Shoreline Clean-up, finding hundreds of pieces of trash. volunteers should meet this Saturday, Sept. 17 at 9:30 a.m. in the Inlet Park parking lot in Port Moody. Org aniz er Sheryl Dawson would like to see groups of kids, such as soccer teams, to come out with a pail to cleanup smaller items while adults will be on hand to collect large dumped items, such as the car axle volunteers picked up last year. “It’s a great event for kids and we’ll have hot
chocolate and that kind the Noons Creek hatchery volunteers who did of thing for them.” This is the second their clean-up last week. year the group has parThe Great Canadian ticipated in Shoreline the cleanClean-up, a national u p, a n d Dawson exevent orYou can comment on pects a lot ganized any story you read at by of litter will the www.tricitynews.com be picked Vancouver Aquarium up on Saturday around the contin nues this Sept. Port Moody inlet from 17-25. 17 25 For more inforabout Rocky Point Park mation or to take part, to Old Orchard Park. She visit www.shorelinesaid her group has a dif- cleanup.ca. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com ferent area to cover than
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Notice of Nomination BE A CANDIDATE • BE A VOTER Public notice is given to the electors of the City of Port Moody that nominations for the offices of: Mayor: One to be elected Councillors: Six to be elected School Trustees: Two to be elected for the term December 6, 2011 until the next General Local Government Election, will be received by the Chief Election Officer or designate during business hours and excluding statutory holidays and weekends, commencing at 9am on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 until 4pm Friday, October 14, 2011. A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a Mayor, Councillor or School Trustee if they meet the following criteria: • age 18 or older; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and • not disqualified by the Local Government Act and for School Trustee nominees, not be disqualified by the School Act or any other enactment, from voting in an election in British Columbia or from being nominated for, being elected to, or holding office, or be otherwise disqualified by law. Nomination documents are available for pick-up at: City of Port Moody Legislative Services 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody, B. C. Completed nomination documents received by the Chief Election Officer will be available for public viewing on the City of Port Moody website.
Availability of List of Registered Electors Beginning Tuesday, October 4, 2011 until the close of general voting for the election on November 19, 2011, a copy of the List of Electors will, upon signature, be available for public inspection at the Legislative Services Department at City Hall between 8:30am and 5pm, Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays). If, for any reason, any elector wishes to have his/her address omitted or obscured from the List of Electors, the elector must inform the Legislative Services Department in person by 4pm, Tuesday, September 27, 2011.
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Resident Electors The list of registered electors for the City of Port Moody has been produced on the basis of the most current available Provincial Voters’ List. If you have recently moved, or are not on the Provincial Voters’ List, you may register at time of voting. Please note, at time of registration, you will be required to present two pieces of valid identification, (at least one with a signature) to prove residency and identity. To qualify as a Resident Elector, a person must meet all of the following requirements at the time of voting: • age 18 or older; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before November 19, 2011; and • a resident of Port Moody, for at least 30 days immediately before November 19, 2011; and • not disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law.
Non-Resident Property Electors A person who is not a resident elector of Port Moody and who has been a registered owner of real property in the Port Moody for at least 30 days before voting day, is or will be 18 years of age or older on voting day, is a Canadian Citizen and has been a resident of B.C. for at least 6 months before voting day, may register as a non-resident property elector in accordance with Section 51 of the Local Government Act. The following special conditions determining eligibility apply to persons wishing to register as a property elector: 1) Only one person may vote per property. If several non-residents own a single piece of property, the owners must select one of the owners to vote. Written consent from the majority of those
property owners MUST be submitted to the Chief Election Officer at City Hall. 2) A current title search is required as proof satisfactory that the applicant is entitled to register.
Application Period for Scrutineers For Other Voting In conjunction with the General Local Election on Saturday, November 19, 2011, qualified electors in Port Moody will be voting on the following question: “Should the opportunity be presented in future, are you in favour of the development of a casino in Port Moody?� Public Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 170 of the Local Government Act, the City of Port Moody will accept applications to act as scrutineers for the Other Voting question. Scrutineers for and against the question must be appointed if applications are received from persons who wish to volunteer for the positions. Only persons entitled to vote as electors on the question above are entitled to act as scrutineers. One scrutineer for and one scrutineer against the question will be appointed for each voting place if sufficient applications are received. Applications for scrutineers will be accepted starting at 9am on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 until 4pm Friday, October 14, 2011, at the Legislative Services Department at City Hall, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody, between 8:30am and 5pm, excluding statutory holidays. Interested persons can obtain further information on the requirements and procedures for making an application by contacting the election officials noted below. Further information on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Colleen Rohde, Chief Election Oficer 604.469.4505, crohde@portmoody.ca Linda Tylla, Deputy Chief Election Officer, 604.469.4539, ltylla@portmoody.ca General election information may also be obtained by visiting the City of Port Moody’s website at www.portmoody.ca. Colleen Rohde, Chief Election Officer Legislative Services Department, 100 Newport Drive Port Moody, B. C. V3H 3E1
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he carefree days of summer are coming to an end and with the return to school comes the dreaded homework. What is homework and how much should a child get each day? These are common questions and are difficult to answer because teachers and parents often differ on homework and its purpose. Surveys have found many parents are worried that homework eats into family time and getting kids to do it is stressful. Although some parents appreciate the structure homework provides, others think it gets in the way of sports and other activities, and delays bedtime. Teachers don’t agree on the value of homework, either. Some educators view it as a way to extend learning; others see it as important for mastering skills like math or a new language; and yet others think it’s a waste of time. How much homework is sent home entirely depends on the teacher as there are no policies on homework at the district or provincial level. There is, however, a growing consensus that homework shouldn’t be just busy work but should help children make connections and deepen their understanding of classroom lessons. For example, colouring a Xeroxed map could be considered busy work but putting together a photo collage or making a diorama could enrich a child’s understanding of a country. Many teachers are moving towards project-based learning, in which students come up with a project of inquiry, such as measuring the value of a local stream, and then study it from all angles. This would be a case where homework is useful as students get to work on a project of their own choosing. There are many resources for parents but it’s not always obvious where to go and what to do about this topic. Learn Now BC (www.learnnowbc.ca/services/ homeworkhelp.aspx) is one such resource. But most parents will have to use their best judgement when it comes to homework. If they think the quantity appears to outweigh the quality, it may be time to make a phone call.
Power producers plead their case to province BC VIEWS Tom Fletcher VICTORIA .C.’s private power producers held a news conference here in the capital last week to plead with the B.C. government not to back down from its target of self-sufficiency in clean energy by 2016. The review panel looking at BC Hydro rates recommended that one way the utility might save money would be to change the definition of self-sufficiency. Currently, that means having enough domestic clean electricity supply even in low-water years. The BC Clean Energy Association was supported by University of Victoria climate scientist Andrew Weaver, who wants B.C. to continue to develop its unique clean energy resources. That will reduce BC Hydro’s reliance on the open electricity market and help to reduce demand for further coal and natural gas generation.
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Weaver says people still skeptical about climate change should check out the current state of Arctic sea ice. It has retreated drastically again this summer and may reach an even smaller size than it did in 2007, which was the biggest melt since satellite records became available in 1979. The five greatest ice retreats have been in the past five years. The U.S. National Snow and Ice Data Centre reported Sept. 6 that both the Northwest Passage through Canada’s Arctic and the sea route north of Russia “appear to be open.” Another supporter is Judith Sayers, a former chief from Nuu-Chah-Nulth territory on Vancouver Island, who now teaches aboriginal law at the University of Victoria. She talked about how a small hydro power project near Port Alberni allowed her people to learn business, with a light footprint on land recovering from a century of industrial logging. And she said that more than half of the First Nations in B.C. now have some interest in a power project. Association president Paul Kariya explained how critics, notably the NDP’s John
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Horgan, manipulate rate figures to create an impression that independent power is hugely overpriced. One out of three proposals never makes it to production. B.C.’s second wind farm, the Dokie project near Chetwynd, went broke, then was taken over and completed by Plutonic Power Corp and General Electric. Here’s an indication of how quickly the clean energy field is evolving: This year, Plutonic merged with Magma Energy Corp., which has geothermal assets in Iceland and Nevada. The merged company, Alterra Power Corp., has backed away from the vast Bute Inlet run-of-river proposal on the B.C. coast but its nearby East Toba and Montrose river generators and the Dokie wind farm have performed better than expected. The Bute project won’t go anywhere until the North American power market changes dramatically. Currently, the market is low, due mainly to an abundance of cheap natural gas and government-subsidized wind power in the U.S. Horgan claims private investment is a
nefarious scheme to create a “parallel generating system” for private profit. That seems to be his key criterion for acceptable small hydro: as long as nobody makes a profit. Professional environmentalists claim rivers have been destroyed. Their favourite villain, Ashlu Creek near Squamish, has been running smoothly for nearly two years, its critics silenced. A new run-of-river cluster around Harrison Lake has energized two remote native villages. I’ve seen these things, from construction stage to mature operation. If that’s your idea of devastation, you should get out more and acquaint yourself with the history of logging in particular. And if you’re going to insinuate that this is political corruption, as Horgan does, you need a better case than the flimsy one he has presented so far. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and bclocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca twitter.com/tomfletcherbc
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TRI-CITYY LETTERS Already measures to monitor cities The Editor, Re. “PoCo not impressed with new auditor position” (The Tri-City News, Sept. 2). I am writing to clarify infor mation regarding Port Coquitlam city council’s concerns about the provincial government’s proposal to create a municipal auditor general position. I want to clarify that, at the GREG MOORE time the article was printed on Sept. 2, council had not yet written to the minister of community, sport and cultural development. We are open to working with the provincial government, learning from other jurisdictions and sharing best practices on how to provide the best services for the best value to our ratepayers. We welcome all suggestions on how taxpayers’ dollars should be spent to achieve more cost-effectiveness. Currently, an external audit of the city’s finances is performed each year by an independent accredited audit firm and provided to the province and the community in the city’s awardwinning annual report. At any time, a provincial representative from the Office of the Inspector of Municipalities may review city actions and decisions and make recommendations. City budgets are required by law to have public input prior to adoption. Financial information on city tax rates, revenues, expenditures, reserves and capital costs are provided to the ministry and posted on the ministry’s website. In a letter that was sent today to the provincial government (available at www.portcoquitlam.ca/fig), council expressed concern that the province has not defined the specific role of the municipal auditor general position nor have the deliverables or cost implications of this new office been articulated to local governments. Council is recommending that if more needs to be done, the responsibilities of the Inspector of Municipalities’ Office be increased or replaced as it already provides oversight to local government management. The current proposal creates duplication in government and spending of public funds that can be allocated elsewhere. We will continue to be accountable to our residents by providing detailed information on how their money is spent through our annual budget development and financial planning processes. We continue to involve our residents in city decision making processes and encourage residents and businesses to submit ideas and comments about the city’s 2012-2016 financial plan at www.portcoquitlam. ca/budget. Greg Moore, Mayor, City of Port Coquitlam
Would MAG save money? The Editor, Re. “PoCo not impressed with new auditor position” (The TriCity News, Sept. 2). Before rushing into a municipal auditing system run by the province, we should pause and weigh the costs and benefits to local taxpayers. In Port Coquitlam, we already pay for the benefit of an independently audited annual report that provides transparency into the finances of our city. Although I may not agree with all of council’s financial decisions, they are there in the report to review. How much would a move to a provincial system cost? What would it deliver to our taxpayers? Would adding a layer of bureaucracy really add transparency to PoCo’s books? These are questions that should be answered before we welcome a provincial auditor with open arms. If it doesn’t save dollars, it doesn’t make sense. Michael Thomas, Port Coquitlam
Pick up trash every week The Editor, As someone who has not participated in civic elections before, I cannot wait for this coming one in November. If for no other reason (and there are plenty other reasons), I will vote for anybody who, first, is not a current mayor or councillor and, second, promises to reinstate weekly garbage removal. Every-other-week pickup has propelled the issue of garbage from the background of my life to the top of my daily concerns. I have had to move garbage cans to outside of my garage due to their smell, spent more than $50 a year on baking soda to reduce odour and wash garbage cans regularly. If for any reason I miss a collection day, then I have to deal with garbage up to a month old. And that means garbage is now my number one concern in life, and all of that for savings of $30 per year per household — just genius, pure and simple. Saeed Nejatali, Port Coquitlam
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The Editor, Re. “Student nurse doesn’t take the summer off” (The Tri-City News, Sept. 2). How good and wonderful to see the beauty of youth on the front page of The Tri-City News. The news that Hannah Chuter saved a life of one person with quick thinking and expert CPR resuscitation is far more HANNAH CHUTER exciting news than other reports of destruction, devastation and deception. Her individual positive actions are indeed a true and genuine role model, not only for other youth but for all citizens. Congratulations to her upon being recognized by the BC Ambulance Service and the province. Best wishes to her as she continues her nursing studies and her contributions to the health and well-being of society. David Spence, Port Moody
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“People have to keep in mind the cost of not doing this,” said coalition spokesman Peter Ladner, a for mer Vancouver councillor. “Do they want to be waiting for three buses to pass them by before they can get a seat on a bus or have a system where they can count on getting to work on time?” The proposed revenue increases would raise an extra $700 million over 10 years, with $400 million to be TransLink’s share of building the Evergreen Line to Coquitlam and $300 million earmarked for upgrades elsewhere, including express bus service in Surrey and along Highway 1 to Langley, and more frequent SeaBus sailings. The gas tax lift would raise $40 million annually while $30 million a year would come from other sources to be negotiated with the province. The coalition’s first preference for filing in that blank is that the province turn over part of the next increase of the carbon tax, slated for July 2012. Its second choice is a vehicle levy, which is already permitted under TransLink’s legislation and could vary according to a vehicle’s carbon
An illustration of the proposed Douglas College station in Coquitlam on the planned Evergreen Line. footprint — or perhaps other factors, such as the usability of local transit service. A third option, the coalition says, is to create a system of road pricing that charges all motorists something when they make any significant trip in the region, not just when they cross a tolled bridge. Ladner said he believes road pricing will eventually be necessary and is smarter than a continuing policy of gradually rebuilding and then tolling bridges — which has been denounced as unfair. “Just as people use buses and pay every time they use the system, why shouldn’t people who drive cars pay every time they use the system?” he asked. “At that point, everybody should be paying a little bit.”
The Sustainable Transportation Coalition includes the Pembina Institute, Better Environmentally Sound Transportation, South Fraser OnTrax and local chapters of Architecture Canada and the Planning Institute of B.C. Ladner conceded it’s a politically challenging time to pass new tax increases, with B.C. fresh from the referendum defeat of the HST and headed into bigger deficits and a cloudier economic outlook. Area mayors vote on TransLink’s supplemental plan in early October, just weeks before most of them hope to be re-elected in November civic elections. The financing strategy had the support of a slim majority of mayors when they tentatively approved it this summer with
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Woman’s scooter stolen, and she’s stranded
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A thief stole a mobility scooter at the Coquitlam bus exchange last Wednesday, leaving Sher ri Broadfoot without wheels. Broadfoot, who is on a disability pension and suffers from various ailments that affect her mobility, was standing up to talk with a cab driver at about 10 a.m. and when she turned around to get her scooter, it was gone. “I can’t walk without it,” said Broadfoot, who was on her way to an outing at Buntzen Lake with Port Coquitlambased New View Society when the scooter was stolen. In the meantime, she has paid $260 out of her disability pension to rent another scooter but it’s costly and doesn’t go as fast. The original scooter is blue and has a black seat and a black wire basket. At the time of the theft, the basket held a bag containing homemade jewelry. Broadfoot has reported the theft to Coquitlam RCMP and anyone with information about the scooter is asked to call Mounties at 604945-1550.
A Port Moody Police cruiser suffered some damage and an alleged car thief is facing charges after a chase last Thursday night in the Ioco Road area. Police responded to a report that a shirtless man had set off a car alarm at around 9:30 p.m. but when officers arrived, he drove away. When a police K-9 unit located the driver and boxed in his car, the suspect began ramming the cruiser and the officer pinned his vehicle into a cement embankment. The suspect ran away but thanks to the help of nearby residents who phoned police, officers were able to get updates on his location. The police dog was deployed and Lane Gray from Surrey was quickly arrested. He faces two counts of possession of stolen property, assault with a weapon and obstructing a police officer. Gray also had six outstanding warrants from Surrey, two from Delta and two counts of breach of recognizance plus one count of breach of bail conditions. Other crime news:
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‘A good mom,’ says Hu friend Ruth Leow, who attended church with Hu, said she was happy police were able to lay charges. “She was a good mom and a very good wife,” she said outside the PoCo courthouse. “It was shocking news.” Hu’s two children are currently in the care of Mou’s parents and the Ministry of Children and Family Development is assessing the situation. Hu was last seen leaving her Coquitlam home but wasn’t reported missing by her husband until two days later. Police said he originally told them he had last seen her on July 15 when he dropped her off at her home near Metrotown in Burnaby. Cops said he later changed his story, saying he last saw Hu leaving the couple’s shared Nash Drive home in Coquitlam at 5:30 a.m. on July 16. Police found the body several weeks ago but did not release the information to the public, for fear it could hinder the investigation. Last month, Hu’s parents travelled from China to speak to the media in the hopes of finding their daughter. They said Tuesday that with the discovery of the body, they have accomplished what they set out to do and wished to take time to reflect on their positive memories of Hu. “Knowing what has happened to Lancy has been incredibly difficult for the Hu family but to be able to put her to rest has provided some peace,” Sgt. Jennifer Pound of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team said in a press release. “They also feel that Canada is a lawful country and believe that justice will prevail and trust that the person responsible will be punished.” gmckenna@tricitynews.com
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VICTORIA – NDP leader Adrian Dix visited a college campus Monday to call on the B.C. government to reinstate the student grant program it cancelled in 2004. B.C. was spending $80 million a year on grants to top up the federalprovincial student loan program, and an NDP government would reinstate a minimum tax on financial institutions to fund $100 million worth of grants per year, Dix said. Flanked by Camosun College students and local MLAs, Dix acknowledged that his announcement was to have formed part of an election campaign prepared for this fall. With the next B.C. election now put off to May 2013, Dix encouraged Premier Christy Clark to adopt his policy now to relieve debt that he said now averages $27,000 for B.C. post-secondary grads. Clark is set to announce a job growth plan next week, with a series of announcements around the province cul-
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NDP leader Adrian Dix listens as Camosun College faculty association president Bronwen Welch describes financial hardships of students. minating with a speech Sept. 22 to the Vancouver Board of Trade. That plan is expected to include employment training assistance. Dix made a similar promise when running for leadership of the B.C. NDP this spring. Monday he had few other details, which he said would have to be worked out with postsecondary institutions based on previous grant programs. “My own view is that being 10th in Canada in student grants, doubling tuition fees, and having the highest debt loads for students is not the direction we need to be going when we’re asking young people and needing young people to get access to the very educa-
tion they need to fill the jobs of the future,” Dix said. Camosun College faculty association president Bronwen Welch joined Dix for the announcement. She said she sees students who can’t afford a $100 textbook for her English literature classes and still make their rent, because of tuition and other costs. “What I don’t understand is at this point, why are people not rioting in the streets?” Welch said. “This is an investment in our future, this is not a cost.”
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Two more enter Coquitlam race Two Coquitlam residents have announced their intention to run for a seat on city council in this fall’s civic election: • In a press release earlier this month, Terry O’Neill described himself as a journalist and community activist. He ran in the May 2010 council byelection, placing second and collecting 31% of votes. O’Neill, one of The Tri-City News’ two Face to Face columnists since 2005 (he’s on leave), is a past president of the Eagle Ridge Residents Association; sits on the board of the Coquitlam Foundation; is a member of the organizing committee for the Alzheimer Society of BC’s annual Walk for Memories in the Tri-Cities; and chairs the finance committee of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. He has written and edited for the right-wing news magazines BC Report and the Western Standard. For more information, visit www.terryoneill. ca. • In a release Monday, Vincent Wu calls himself as a 15-year Coquitlam resident who has served on the city’s multiculturalism advisory committee and economic development advisory committee. As well, he has volunteered with a number of organizations, including Special Olympics BC, Canadian Cancer Society, Coquitlam Foundation and the Tri-City Asian Parent Association. Born in Taiwan, Wu has studied and worked in the U.S. He has worked as a Chinese media journalist and current affairs commentator and is bilingual, speaking English and Mandarin. newsroom@tricitynews.com
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eople who drive by Riverview Hospital on Lougheed Highway every day probably have no idea that the 240 acre site is more than a collection of buildings that make great film sets. In fact, Riverview still houses important mental health and community services and the trees they see from the road are the remnants of a botanical garden planted 100 years ago. Riverview’s historic arboretum is still a going concern and this weekend people can find out for themselves how valuable this property is from a therapeutic and an environmental perspective during the 18th annual Treefest. Organized by the Riverview Horticultural Society, Arts Connect and others, Treefest is once again celebrating Riverview’s value as a community asset with tours of significant heritage trees, building tours, displays, music, food and presentations. T he theme of this year’s Treefest, is The Healing Power of Trees, and one of the presenters, Anmore artist Jay Peachy, has personal experience of how nature can heal. He credits his volunteering with Mossom Creek Hatchery with turning his life around. Struggling with an undiagnosed illness, which turned out to be bipolar disorder, Peachy was encouraged to drop in to the beautiful hatchery up a winding road in Port Moody and fell he in love with the area, the work and the people who volunteer there. It’s like his second home as well as his studio, and he feels at peace when he works at the hatchery and paints in the woods beside the bubbling waters of Mossom Creek. “My art has been a large expression of my personal relationship with salmon,” said Peachy, who also does comedy for Stand Up For Mental Health, has his own show, Sound Therapy Radio on CJSF 90.1 FM and on Shaw Channel 4 Vancouver, and is a mental health advocate. He never stayed at Riverview but conducts art workshops with patients there and feels he is uniquely positioned to talk about the importance of trees to people with mental health concerns. During his Treefest presentation, Peachy will talk about the psychological, spiritual and healing aspects of trees. “I can go to
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Above, artist and Treefest presenter Jay Peachy at the Mossom Creek Hatchery with one of his paintings featuring the use of natural pigments. Below, a tour of heritage trees planned for Treefest.
nature to escape and I can look at a tree that in the rings of life (I see that) it’s gone through so many things.” Trees, like people, must weather some severe storms, and acknowl-
edging that difficult times are “just another ring in the tree,” can be a comfort. “Falling and renewing” is also common to both trees and humans, Peachy said. He will be accompanied in his presentation by
singer-songwriter David Campbell. Recreation therapist Katie Hughes will also be on hand at Treefest to talk about the therapeutic benefits of nature. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
18th Annual Treefest at Riverview Hospital, Saturday, Sept. 17 from 1-4 p.m. Tree tours hourly on the hour, children’s tree walk (12:30 p.m.), tour of heritage buildings with Don Luxton (noon), artist and mental health advocate Jay Peachy speaks on the healing power of trees (1:30-2:30 p.m.), recreation therapist Katie Hughes speaks on therapeutic benefits of nature (2:30 p.m.) A t F i n n i e ’s G a rd e n : Blackberry Tea (blackberry scones and tea), live music, a mask, paintings and photography from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Displays: Bear Aware, Naturescape, Colony Farm Park Association, Coquitlam Riverwatch, Minnekhada Park Association, Friends of DeBoville Slough, Coquitlam Public Library and Treefest event organizers including the Riverview Horticultural C e n t r e S o c i e t y, B u r k e Mountain Naturalists and Coquitlam Parks & Recreation. Crafts for the kids and free ice cream will be available. A concession will also be available on site.
FAST FACTS In 1911, John Davidson, the first provincial botanist, was directed to make a complete survey of B.C. flora and to establish a botanical garden and herbarium of native plants. According to the Riverview Project Context Report, published in April, 1996, Davidson was assigned a 0.8 hectare (2 acre site) at what was then called Essondale and began to establish what was then UBC’s first botanical garden. By 1913, there were over 700 species of native plants on the site, now Riverview Hospital, including 30 species of trees that were to form the nucleus of the permanent native arboretum. Although the botanical garden was moved to Point Grey in 1916, the trees were left behind because they were considered too difficult to move. They are now valued at more than $50 million, according to the city of Coquitlam.
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Dust off that heirloom – it may be worth cash Is the old piece of furniture sitting in your attic a valuable vintage artifact or a dusty piece of junk? That is the question many people will be asking at the Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural Society’s Antiques Roadshow event at Leigh Square this month. Appraisers will be on hand to assess the value of everything from old coins and collectibles to small furniture and antiques when the event kicks off. Linda Devine is one professional appraiser who will be at the show, specializing in vintage jewellery and gold. She will be joined by James Finlay, who is an art consultant with a knowledge of paintings, drawings, sculptures and prints, and Jeff Harris, who specializes in European and Asian art. Ed Tokarek will also be available to appraise English furniture, Native art and general antiques. An item can be appraised for $10 with two additional items costing $5 each. A maximum of three items can be appraised per person. The event will take place in the workroom at The Outlet in Port Coquitlam on Saturday, Sept. 24, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
For more information go to www.pocoheritage.org.
TALK EUTHANASIA If you’re always up for a lively, thoughtful discussion, plan to be at the Gathering Place on Sept. 19. That’s when Port Coquitlam’s Leigh Square Community Arts Village and Simon Fraser University host the latest instalment of Philosophers’ Cafe. The topic on Sept. 19 is euthanasia, according to a press release: “As more and more people live into advanced age, and more technology and pharmaceuticals are available to keep them alive, the issues of euthanasia becomes more pressing.” The discussion moderator is Graham Forst, who taught philosophy and English at the university level for many years and has published widely on the subject of literary criticism. The Philosopher’s Cafe starts at 7 p.m. at 1100-2253 Leigh Sq., where it’s held the third Monday of each month. Admission is $5 per person and neither registration nor experience is required. Call 778-782-5215 or visit www.philosopherscafe.net for further information.
Improv for young people
The Family Resource Centre and Second Storey Theatre in Port Coquitlam are partnering to provide an improv program for youth ages 12 and up. Beginning, Oct. 4, Graham Myers, owner and artistic director of Second Storey, will teach children storytelling, exploration of physical space, developing positive group dynamics and stage presence. The program will take place at Second Storey Theatre and will end with a performance night for students. Cost is $60. For more information and registration details, email frcdistrict43@gmail.com.
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Sep 17 - Treefest 2011 Treefest is a celebration of the trees on the Riverview Lands. It features arborist-guided walks of the mature trees and natural areas. Walks last for 1-1 ½ hours. Environmental groups and artists will display their work. A family-oriented, rain or shine event. Site is hilly, limited access for wheelchairs. Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Riverview Hospital Lands, 2601 Lougheed Highway Admission: Free Info: 604-290-9910, www.rhcs.org
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Poirier Library Nancy Bennett Room 575 Poirier St., Coquitlam
This event will give residents information about programs and services provided by the City; including recreation and other volunteer opportunities, as well as local government job information. Find out your responsibilities as a home owner or resident of Coquitlam, meet our Council members and ask questions and learn how local government works. Info: 2:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Location: Coquitlam City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way Admission: Free Info: www.coquitlam.ca/welcome www coquitlam ca/welcome
Road And Utility Improvements
Please use alternate routes to avoid delays. Austin Ave at Poirier – Road widening. Single lane traffic in each direction. Barnet Highway – Ongoing intersection crosswalk improvements. Coast Meridian (Phase 2) - Millard to Highland – New storm sewer construction 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Mon to Fri. Detour of traffic along Highland, Marguerite and Millard to Coast Meridian will be in place Mon., Aug 29, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Mon. to Fri. construction hours with trucks over 13,600 kg continuing to use Coast with intermittent ten minute closures.
Como Lake Ave – East of Robinson road widening. Como Lake Storm Sewer Replacement – Near Banting (Periodic lane changes) Ebert Ave - Whiting Way to Robinson – Watermain installation. Traffic pattern change will be in place.
Mariner Way - Hickey to Austin – Storm Sewer Installation. Expect traffic congestion. Traffic pattern change will be in place.
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Advance registration is requested. Register to reserve your space by using one of the following methods and quoting the course number: 1. www.coquitlam.ca/signmeup 2. In person at any Leisure & Parks facility 3. Customer Service Line - staff assisted phone-in registration 604.927.4386. This service is available Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. For more information on future session dates or to request a course for your community group, please contact the HEROS Program Office at 604-945-1578 or visit www.coquitlam.ca/preparedness.
Lougheed Highway - Dewdney to Orchid – Concrete curb work. Traffic pattern change will be in place.
Port Mann/Highway 1 Improvement Project – For details and updates, visit www.pmh1project.com
Pump House Retrofit – Periodic lane closures. Nearby residents will experience noise disruption during switchover of pumps. Seguin Drive Schoolhouse St.
Culvert Replacement – (Traffic pattern changes will be in place.) Pipeline Rd.
Visit www.coquitlam.ca/CapitalProjects for details Engineering and Public Works Customer Service Line: 604-927-3500. Open 24 Hours/7 Days a week.
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Rediscover New, Improved Broadway Street on Friday, September 16th After more than a year of road works, the community is invited to rediscover Broadway Street at a public event September 16. Taking place 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 1525 Broadway Street, the event celebrates the reconstruction and widening project that began last summer and has transformed Broadway into an important local and regional connector linking the Coast Meridian Overpass and Mary Hill Bypass. The project brought extensive improvements to Broadway Street, including four travel lanes and a centre two-way turn lane; new traffic signals and dedicated left-turn lanes; marked bicycle lanes and sidewalks; high-efficiency LED streetlights; an Intelligent Transportation System (traffic signal management); improvements to watermains, and sanitary sewer and drainage infrastructure.
The e pr proj ojec ect was funded by the federal and provincial go ove vern rnme ments, TransLink and the City of Port Coquitlam. The Sept. 16 celebration will include a light lunch; business fair; an official ribbon-cutting with municipa al, provi vincial and federal dignitaries in attendance, entertainme ent n , di displlays and prize draws, including a draw for a one-year membership to World Gym. So far, more than 30 Broadway Street businesses have signed up to participate in the business fair. The final stage of the reconstruction project, taking place through 2012, involves the completion of stormwater quality and detention facilities. The remaining works will have little impact on Broadway Street traffic. Visit www.portcoquitlam.ca/broadway for more information about the event or project.
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The City of Port Coquitlam has been reconstructing and widening Broadway Street during 2010 and 2011. Broadway Street is an important connector between the Coast Meridian Overpass and the Mary Hill Bypass, and is part of the City’s and Province’s Disaster Response Route. The reconstruction project has widened Broadway Street to full arterial standards, including four travel lanes, a centre turn lane, marked bicycle lanes and other improvements. The works have improved mobility and access locally and through the region, and complement the improvements to the Mary Hill Bypass and Pitt River Bridge. The City awarded the project to Pedre Contractors Ltd. after a competitive tender process.
The Broadway Street Reconstruction Project is a fundamental component of the City of Port Coquitlam’s transportation network. Broadway Street is designated as a Municipal Arterial Road in the City’s Official Community Plan (OCP) and Master Transportation Plan.
• cycling facilities, including marked bicycle lanes in both directions, as outlined in the MPBP,
The project supports a multimodal transportation system including pedestrians, cyclists, transit, commercial goods movement and general traffic, as envisioned in the OCP, TransLink Transport 2040 plans, and Provincial transportation plans.
• transit infrastructure and reduced delays for buses using Broadway Street.
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• PoCo Heritage and Cultural Society meets, 1 p.m., in the Gathering Place in Leigh Square. Topic: PoCo’s guardian angels. Guests welcome. Info: Pippa, 604-927-7611 or www.pocoheritage.org. • Tri-City Christian Women’s Group luncheon, noon, Executive Inn, 405 North Rd., Coquitlam. Speaker: Pat Hartzell on “Coping with Life’s Challenges.” Feature: sharing helpful hints. RSVP: Marie, 604-420-2667. • Northeast Coquitlam Ratepayers AGM, 7 p.m., Victoria Park Hall, corner of Victoria and Soball. New residents are welcome. Info: 604-941-2462. • Coquitlam Foundation AGM, 7:30 p.m., in the Nancy Bennett Room of Coquitlam Public Library, 575 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Members of the public, especially representatives of funds, are invited to attend. Info: info@coquitlamfoundation.com.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 17 • Treefest 2011 on the Riverview Hospital grounds, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Theme: “The Healing Power of Trees.” Highlights include: speakers Jay Peachy and Katie Hughes; heritage building walk
SEPT. 17: POCO HIGH REUNION • PoCo High Class of 1981 30-year reunion, 8 p.m.-midnight, PoCo rec complex, Mabbett Room. Tickets: $25 in advance or $30 at the door; refreshments and snacks will be served, and there is a cash bar; attire is casual. Info: pococlassof81@shaw.ca or call 604-961-1436. with Don Luxton, guided tree walks, environmental displays, musicians and artists on site and a children’s tree walk. Info: 604290-9910 or www.rhcs.org.
MONDAY, SEPT. 19 • Tri-Cities Parkinson’s Support Group meets, 10 a.m.-noon., Eagle Ridge United Church, 2813 Glen Dr., Coquitlam. Info: Peggy, 604-461-9705.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 20 • The Taste of the Tri-Cities features local restaurants starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Red Robinson Show Theatre at the Boulevard Casino, Coquitlam. Admission is $35 in advance (no HST or service charges with advance ticket purchase) or $40 at the door (plus HST and service charges), includes all food tastings. Info: www.thetaste.ca, 604-861-8650 or info@ thetaste.ca.
• Dogwood Garden Club meets, 7 p.m., in the Centennial Room at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Speaker: Tom Baumann, who teaches agriculture at the University of the Fraser Valley, will be speaking on raspberries, strawberries and fruit that you can grow in the fall. • PoCo Garden Club monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m., Trinity United Church hall, corner of Prairie and Shaughnessy. Come early for a “meet and greet” happy hour. Speaker: Jan Walls, SFU professor of linguistics, on the history of the Sun Yat Sen Gardens. New members and guests are always welcome. Info: Marion, 604-941-9261.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 21 • Singles Travel Club meets at 6 p.m. for dinner ($15) at Royal Canadian Legion, 1025 Ridgeway
Ave., Coquitlam; speaker on European river cruises. Club offers group tours for single people – meet new friends, enjoy the security of travelling in a group and avoid the costly single supplement. Info: www. singlestravelclub.ca or Val, 604-529-1552. • Free information session for seniors on benefits for seniors and tenancy, 9:30-11:15 a.m., Share Family Resource Centre, 2615 Clarke St., Port Moody. Info: Gina, 604-937-6970 or gina.hortelano@sharesociety.ca.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 22 • 10th Coquitlam Scouts registration for Beaver Scouts, Cub Scouts and Scouts at Walton elementary school, 6:45 p.m. Info: Wendy, 604-944-7665. • Heritage evenings, 7-8 p.m. at the Archives in Leigh Square. PoCo Heritage Remembers When: PoCo’s fire department. Info: 604-927-7611.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 24 • St. Catherine’s Anglican Church wine and cheese social, 7-10 p.m., in the church hall (2211 Prairie Ave., PoCo). There will be door prizes and a silent auction. The event will raise funds for St. Catherine’s community
Planning a Wedding? programs. Tickets: $20 each at the door or by calling the church office, 604-942-9812; ticket price includes appetizers, tea/ coffee and dessert; wine will be available for $4 per glass. This is an adult function – no minors allowed. • Friends of the Coquitlam Public Library AGM, with guest speakers, 10 a.m., at the Poirier branch, 575 Poirier St. New members welcome. Info: 604-937-4130.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 25 • Myeloma Vancouver’s first Stroll For A Cure, Town Centre Park, Coquitlam; this familyfriendly event involves a 5 km (or shorter or longer) hike around Lafarge Lake. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., Stroll starts at 10 a.m. Info: www.myelomavancouver.ca.
WEDNESDAY, SEP. 28 • Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club small stamp auction for members and visitors. Viewing starts at 7 p.m., auction starts after 8 p.m. in the McGee Room in the community centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca or 604-941-9306. see page 27
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION The City has received an application for a Temporary Use Permit (TUP) for the properties located at 1636 Regan Avenue (The Calvary Baptist Church), 1160 Lansdowne Drive (Eagle Ridge Church) and 2601 Spuraway Avenue (Coquitlam Alliance Church). The owners of the sites have applied for a TUP to continue operation of the Cold Wet/Weather Mat Program by temporarily allowing an Emergency Shelter use for a maximum of 30 people. The program would not be open for more than 31 consecutive days or 2 calendar months during the period of November to March on an annual basis for up to 3 years. Additional information related to this application, including a copy of the permit, may be inspected from Friday, September 9, 2011 to Monday, September 19, 2011 at the Planning and Development Department, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. Additional information concerning this application may also
be obtained by contacting either Cathy Van Poorten, Social Planner, at 604-927-3411, or cvanpoorten@coquitlam.ca p q or Chris Jarvie, Planning Technician 2, at 604-927-3438, or cjarvie@coquitlam.ca j q .
It is expected that this application will come before Council for consideration at their Regular Meeting scheduled for Monday, September 19, 2011. The Council Meeting, at which the application will be considered, starts at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC. If you want to speak at the Council Meeting please call the City Clerk’s Office at 604-927-3010. If you call the City Clerk’s Office to register your name will be placed on the Speakers List. Everyone who wants to speak at the meeting will be given an opportunity, but those who have registered in advance will be allowed to speak prior to the floor being opened to all other speakers. If you wish to provide input in writing please submit your
Lauren Hewson Legislative and Administrative Services Manager
comments to the City Clerk’s Office in one of the following ways: • By email to clerks@coquitlam.ca q ; • In person at the City Clerk’s Office which is located on the second floor of City Hall at 3000 Guildford Way; • By fax at 604-927-3015.
To give Council an opportunity to read your comments prior to the meeting please make sure you send your submission to the City Clerk’s Office by noon on Monday, September 19, 2011. 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 potentially on our website as part of a future agenda package at www.coquitlam.ca q . Please note that interested parties may only speak to the issues covered by the Temporary Use Permit.
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CLUBS â&#x20AC;˘ New Toastmaster club: Are you interested in having fun while developing communication and leadership skills? Would you like to be able to deliver a powerful toast at a wedding or a memorable speech, or learn to lead a team more effectively? This is your opportunity to be a charter member of the new RP2 Toastmaster Club. The club will meet Wednesdays 7-9 p.m. at Port Moody rec complex. Info: Gene, 604 230-8030 or genevickers@hotmail. com. â&#x20AC;˘ Dogwood and Glen Pine Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Softball Association seeks players for a new, competitive co-ed team, ages 50+; this team plays in the daytime. Info: Rick, 604-937-5446. â&#x20AC;˘ Barnet Lions Club meets first and third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., Coquitlam Grill restaurant, 2635 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-6447194 or www.barnetlions. com. â&#x20AC;˘ Fear speaking to a group? Get self-confidence and speaking skills as the Tri-Cities only noonhour Toastmasters club meets at Coquitlam city hall every Tuesday, noon-1 p.m. Guests and visitors welcome. Info: tott-coquitlam.freetoasthost.net or Yvonne, 604-945-6816. â&#x20AC;˘ Tri-City, Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge Newcomers Club meets on the third Monday of each month, 7:30 p.m. All women, not just those new to the area, wanting to have some fun and promote new friendship are welcome to participate. In addition to monthly general meetings, members participate in ongoing activity groups that meet weekly or monthly. During June, July and August, club continues to meet for various weekly group activities. Info, meeting location: Wendy, 604-468-2423 or tricities_newcomers@ yahoo.ca. â&#x20AC;˘ Apex Netball Club is held Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hillcrest middle school, 2161 Regan Ave., Coquitlam for women and girls of all ages. Beginners welcome. Info: Wendy, 604-552-3219. â&#x20AC;˘ Do you want to improve your ability to speak? Check out Rocky Point Toastmasters in Port Moody. Meetings are held Mondays, 7-9:15 p.m. (guests please show up 15 minutes early) at PoMo city hall. Info: rockypoint. freetoasthost.net. â&#x20AC;˘ Tri-City Singles Social Club is a fun group of 40+ people who get together and enjoy activities such as walking, theatre, dining, biking, bowling, kayaking, weekend trips and more. Membership is $20 per year. Meetings are held on the third Friday of each month, 7:30 p.m., at PoMo Legion. Info: tricityclub@gmail.com or Marcy, 604-346-9776, Phyllis, 604-472-0016 or Vivian, 604-466-4070. â&#x20AC;˘ Pocomo Hiking Club invites people to join Saturday hikes starting at 9:30 a.m. from the Rocky Point Park parking lot. Info: Maurina, pocomohiking@hotmail.com.
LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE â&#x20AC;˘ Learn to square dance with the Ocean Waves Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Kyle Centre, 123 Kyle St., Port Moody. Info: Penney, 604-4631477 or www.oceanwaves.squaredance.bc.ca. â&#x20AC;˘ Singles over-55 walking group walks Saturdays for about 2 hours. Info: eileenanne70@hotmail. com. â&#x20AC;˘ Tri-City Photography Club meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month (except holidays) at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., PoMo. The club is a great way to hone your skills and meet other photographers of all levels. Group also has photography outings throughout the Lower Mainland. Info: Grant, 604-671-8458. â&#x20AC;˘ Grab a friend or come out to meet some new ones with the Recreation Unlimited Volleyball Club, an adult group of recreational level players who play at Hillcrest middle school gym every Wednesday, 8-10 p.m. Fun is the focus, so even if you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t played in years you will be welcome. Info: Gary, 604-469-6389. â&#x20AC;˘ Singles over-45 walking group meets Saturdays, 9:15 a.m. at Pitt Meadows rec centre for walks in Tri-Cities and Ridge Meadows areas. Info: Graham, 604-464 1839. â&#x20AC;˘ Lincoln Toastmasters meets from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Hyde Creek rec
centre, 1379 Laurier Ave., PoCo. New members welcome. Information: lincolntm.freetoasthost.info or Shirley,604-671-1060. â&#x20AC;˘ Super Strikers Youth Cricket Club plays at Mackin Park in Coquitlam; all levels welcome, including handball cricket for U16 and U14 and kanga (softball) cricket for U10. Info: 604-461-2522 or kittybridgens@yahoo.ca. â&#x20AC;˘ Coquitlam Lawn Bowling Club is looking for new members. The bowling green and clubhouse are next door to Dogwood Pavilion and rose garden, located at 624 Poirier St. Membership is $90 per year and includes use of practice bowls, exercise, clean air, sunshine and friendship. Info: 604-9316711. Leave your name and phone number and an instructor will contact you with lesson dates and times. Games are scheduled on a drop-in basis. â&#x20AC;˘ Port Coquitlam Elks Lodge 49 meets first and third Thursdays at 8 p.m. it Elks Hall, 2272 Leigh Sq. Elks are looking for new members. Group provides community service to young people and seniors in the Tri-Cities and beyond. Info: Ed, 604-945-
0880 or 604-942-1345. â&#x20AC;˘ Morningside Toastmasters invites you to develop your communication and leadership skills. Guests and new members are welcome at meetings held every Thursday, 7:25-8:30 a.m., Burkeview Family Funeral Care, 1340 Dominion Ave., PoCo. Info: Gene, 604-2308030 or www.morningsidetoastmasters.ca. â&#x20AC;˘ Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition, Tri-Cities Committee, meets the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., Port Moody city hall. If you ride your bike in the Tri-Cities, meet and work with other cyclists to help improve cycling facilities in the area. New participants always welcome. Info: John, 604-469-0361 or jseinen@shaw.ca. â&#x20AC;˘ PoMo Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 60-plus Curling League is looking for players who would like to curl regularly or as a spare; league runs Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: Phil, 604-468-2801 or George, 604-341-4813. â&#x20AC;˘ Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets first and third Tuesdays of each month, noon-3 p.m. plus first and third Thursdays, 7-9:30 p.m., Howe Room, Poirier community centre. Members do needlework, embroidery, needlepoint, cross-stitch, knitting, crochet and much more; new members welcome. Info: Maureen, 604-942-5457. â&#x20AC;˘ Happy Wanderers Walking Club welcomes all singles 45 and older for walks in the Tri-Cities and Ridge Meadows areas;
TO SUBMIT AN ITEM: email: newsroom@tricitynews.com meet every Saturday at 9:15 a.m. Info: Marilyn, 604-463-8874. â&#x20AC;˘ City of the Arts Toastmasters Club meets Thursdays, 5:30-7 p.m., PoMo city hall. Improve your career and personal life by improving your communication and leadership skills in a safe, supportive and fun environment. Guests and new members welcome. Info: www.cityartstoastmasters. com. â&#x20AC;˘ The Kinsmen Club of PoCo is looking for new members. It is a service club operating since 1965 that combines raising money with fun times. Kinsmen meet the second Thursday of each month and commit time for projects and social events. Anyone interested in join-
your
ing or attending a meeting, call Cyrille at 604-9424826 or email kincyril@ shaw.ca. â&#x20AC;˘ Friends of Coquitlam Public Library meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 3 p.m. in the board room, Poirier Branch. Info: 604-937-4130. â&#x20AC;˘ Crystal Clear Speakers Toastmasters meet every second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., the Oasis, 1111 Austin Ave., Coquitlam. Info: Walter, 604-941-0191 or http:// crystalclearspeakers.freetoasthost.info. â&#x20AC;˘ Tri-City Airedale Terrier Club is organizing events for local Airedale owners (and dogs). Info: s@tricityairedales.com or www. tricityairedales.com. â&#x20AC;˘ Hyde Creek Watershed Society meets first Wednesday of every
month, 7:15 p.m., Hyde Creek rec centre. Info: 604461-FISH (3474). â&#x20AC;˘ Centennial Stamp Club meets second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, 7 p.m., social rec centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: 604-9451017 or www.stampclub. ca. â&#x20AC;˘ Maillardville Community Lions now meet at Coquitlam branch of Royal Canadian Legion, 1025 Ridgeway Ave. Info: 604-937-0310. â&#x20AC;˘ 777 Neptune Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets, parade every Wednesday, 6:309:30 p.m., Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ecole des Pionniers, 3550 Wellington St., PoCo; girls and boys 12-19 welcome. Info: 604941-6227.
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Senior Accountant (11-49) Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeking a high energy, customer-oriented individual to provide a wide range of computer based accounting functions. While providing excellent customer service, your responsibilities include a wide variety of accounting tasks like maintaining the General Ledger, preparing working papers, year-end financial statements, liaising with the Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s auditors and preparing a variety of reports and reconciliations. Apply by September 23, 2011
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POLE SIT FUNDRAISER Members of the Cops for Cancer Tour de Coast team m wil will sit high above Thrifty Foods Coquitlam for 24 hours rs to raise fu funds for pediatric cancer research and support programs rograms like Camp Cam Goodtimes. Join us Friday & Saturday, Septemb September 16 6 & 17 and help the Tour de Coast team am raise money for tthiss very worthy cause. RafďŹ&#x201A;e prizes and BBQ by donation on Saturday. All proceeds beneďŹ t ďŹ t the Canadian Cancer Soci Society. Thrifty Foods Coquitlam Austin St Station on 2662 62 Austin A n Avenue 604 4 931-2616 9 16
Purchasing Supervisor (11-65) This temporary part-time position provides customer service excellence, and includes administration of vehicle and property insurance, liaising with city departments for the preparation of purchasing documents and tender process, and liaising with other municipalities regarding joint purchasing as well as providing assistance with other purchasing tasks. Apply by September 18, 2011
See www.portmoody.ca/jobs for further job details, required qualifications and our online application process. Please note that all applications must be recieved online. Please note that employment is subject to the receipt of a satisfactory police records check and and driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract. As only short listed candidates will be contacted, we thank you in advance for your interest in this position. City Hall/Library/Theatre P.O. Box 36, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody â&#x201E;Ą 604.469.4500 â&#x20AC;˘ www.portmoody.ca
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Animal adventure If you’ve never been to Namibia, Port Coquitlam’s Terry Fox Library has the next best thing next week. You can join professional local photographer Steve Smith as he shares some of the sights and sounds from his recent four-week trip to the African nation. He witnessed conservation in action and shared in the culture as well as getting up close and personal with some impressive animals. According to Smith, Namibia is a feast for the senses: From its raw and majestic landscapes, to its diverse range of animal spe-
cies, to its rich cultural history that spans millennia, it is a magical place. You can share in his experiences Monday, Sept. 19 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Call 604-927-7999 to reserve your seat for this free program. For further information about this program, call the library at 604-927-7999. Terry Fox Library is part of the Fraser Valley Regional Library, the largest public library system in British Columbia, with 24 community libraries serving more than 670,000 people.
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Port Coquitlam photographer Steve Smith recently took a four-week trip to Namibia and he’s bringing some of the images he captured to Terry Fox Library next week.
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City of Coquitlam
2011 General Local Election
Please be advised that the 2011 General Local Election will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2011.
Notice of Nomination Public Notice is hereby given to the electors of the City of Coquitlam that nominations for the office(s) of Mayor (1 vacancy), Councillor (8 vacancies) and School Trustee (4 vacancies) will be received by the Chief Election Officer or designated person at the City of Coquitlam Election Office, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 7N2, between 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 4, 2011 and 4:00 p.m., Friday, October 14, 2011, excluding statutory holidays and weekends. Please note nomination documents will not be accepted before 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 or after 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 14, 2011. Nomination documents are now available for pick-up at the Election Office (2nd Floor, City Clerk’s Office) during normal business hours Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays and weekends.
Qualifications for Office A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on or before general voting day; • resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and • not disqualified by the Local Government Act, or in the case of School Trustees – the School Act, or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or from being nominated for, being elected to, or holding office.
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Elector Qualifications To qualify as a Resident Elector, a person must meet all of the following requirements at the time of voting: • 18 years of age or older on or before General Voting Day; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; and • a resident of the City of Coquitlam for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and • not disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law. To qualify as a Non-Resident Property Elector, a person must meet all of the following requirements at the time of voting: • 18 years of age or older on or before General Voting Day; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; and • a registered owner of real property in the City of Coquitlam for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and • not entitled to register as a resident elector; and • not disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law. The following special conditions determining eligibility apply to persons wishing to register as a Non-Resident Property Elector: 1. Only one person may vote per property. If several non-residents own a single piece of property, the owners must select one of the owners to vote. Written consent from the majority of those property owners not voting MUST be submitted to the Chief Election Officer. 2. A current title search is required as proof satisfactory that the applicant is entitled to register. 3. To be eligible to vote, the non-resident property elector must first obtain a certificate from the Chief Election Officer at the Election Office.
Voter Registration The List of Registered Electors for the City of Coquitlam has been produced on the basis of the most recent Provincial Voters’ List. If you have recently moved, or are not on the Provincial Voters’ List, you may register at the time of voting if qualified. Please note, if you are registering at the time of voting you will be required to produce two pieces of acceptable identification to prove your residency and identity (at least one of which must show your signature). For more information on ID requirements please visit the City website at www.coquitlam.ca or inquire with the Election Office.
List of Registered Electors Beginning Tuesday, October 4, 2011, until the close of voting for the General Local Election on Saturday, November 19, 2011, a copy of the List of Registered Electors will, upon signature, be available for public inspection at the City of Coquitlam Election Office at Coquitlam City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 7N2, during regular office hours, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. If for any reason, an elector wishes to have his/her address omitted or obscured from the List of Registered Electors, they must inform the Election Office, in person by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27, 2011.
Objection to Registration of an Elector An objection to the registration of a person whose name appears on the list of registered electors may be made in accordance with the Local Government Act until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 14, 2011. An objection must be in writing and may only be made by a person entitled to be registered as an elector of the City of Coquitlam and on the basis that the person whose name appears has died or is not qualified to be registered as an elector of the City of Coquitlam.
Election News Direct Email Service The City of Coquitlam Direct Email Service sends you election information direct to your home. Visit www.coquitlam.ca today and sign up to receive important updates and news on the 2011 General Local Election via email. FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting the City of Coquitlam Election Office at 604-927-3025, by Email at electioninfo@coquitlam.ca or by visiting the City’s website at www.coquitlam.ca. Lauren Hewson, Chief Election Officer City of Coquitlam 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 7N2
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TRI-CITYY ARTS
CONTACT Janis Warren email: jwarren@tricitynews.com phone: 604-472-3034 • fax: 604-944-0703
Evergreen celebrates new year Plenty on offer for 15th year at Coquitlam cultural centre
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Kwikwetlem First Nation artist Fred Hulbert displays one of his wood carvings and a picture he sketched for his show at Evergreen Cultural Centre.
Artist draws from past By Larry Pruner THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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red Hulbert’s art work is designed to reflect Kwikwetlem First Nation life from past to present. Viewing them personally, Hulbert’s crafts and images mirror that precisely. A self-taught carver, sketcher and painter, the multi-faceted Hulbert, 49, said his creative inspiration comes from his days long passed situated deep in the B.C. wilderness, listening to stories and anecdotes from older, more sage aboriginals, some of whom were artists themselves. “In the mountains, I started listening to traditional stories that went on and on and... it spurred my inspiration,” says Hulbert, whose exhibit called ‘Kwikwetlem: Red Fish up the River’ opens Friday and runs through Nov. 5 in the art gallery at Evergreen Cultural Centre. “So I would pick up a pencil and sketch. My enthu-
siasm [as a carver] comes from always being on the rivers and finding various kinds of wood I could work with.” Hulbert’s show is the first public exhibition of its kind and has been in the works for more than a year, focusing on the Coast Salish tribe at Kwikwetlem, which features two reserves near the mouth of the Coquitlam River where it flows into the Fraser, totalling more than 200 acres of land. “I try to inspire the youth of our nations, starting by getting them to use their imaginations and captivate their minds,” says Hulbert, who always enjoyed art as a child but only took a serious interest in it 18 years ago. “When I was younger, I wasn’t too much into hanging with the other kids. [Art] was a good outlet for me. It kept me feeling comfortable.” Hulbert believes everybody has the general ability to demonstrate their own wonderful works simply by being imaginative and creative.
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“I try to inspire the youth of our nations, starting by getting them to use their imaginations and captivate their minds.” Fred Hulbert “There’s an artist in everyone of us,” he says. “It’s up to us to discover it and utilize it.” The exhibition also documents the history of the Kwikwetlem First Nation and Coast Salish peoples through archival materials, photographs and artifacts on loan from local museums and heritage societies. Specifically, Hulbert’s work focuses on the role of salmon in Coast Salish cultural practices, traditional and contemporary fishing and the protection
of salmon habitats. With an emphasis on sustainability and environmental protection, the exhibition documents the Kwikwetlem Salmon Restoration Program’s successful return of sockeye salmon to Coquitlam Lake after 100 years and includes the video ‘Return of the Salmon.’ The event also showcases the band’s other initiatives to renew their cultural practices, including the Canoe Building Project, with Sandra Bonner of Bear Images Production appointed to document it. The official opening celebration for the exhibition goes Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m., when viewers can meet some of the artists and band members involved. Also, Evergreen’s art gallery is hosting Culture Days from Sept. 30 to Oct. 1, with special activities planned as part of a cross-country celebration of arts and culture. A complete schedule of events can be found at www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca.
Evergreen Cultural Centre is kicking off its 15th year with more signature presentations, a family series and a full menu of six professional theatre productions under the “Evergreen presents” banner. Among Evergreen’s signature presentations this season will be several critically-acclaimed artists including the legendary folk singer Roy Forbes, solo jazz artists Jill Barber and Laila Biali, the talented pop-opera quartet Il Voce and the Penderecki String Quartet. Plus, three of the hottest musical groups around — The Human Statues, Good Lovelies and The Arrogant Worms — round out the musical offerings. This season also has the return of the Quiring Chamber Players and guests with their magnificent chamber music arrangements featured in two concerts: the 4th annual QuiRING in the New Year and Over the Moon (with VSO Concertmaster Dale Barltrop.) Ballet Jörgen Canada also returns to the stage with its touring perfor mance Classical & Contemporary Ballet and two comedy shows are introduced in the mix , including Roman Danylo with his latest creation, The Ultimate Comedy Show, and Rich Elwood. Evergreen’s family series offers five fabulous shows for the younger crowd: At Nightfall by Sursault Dance, children entertainers Dianna David and Flyin’ Bob, a Gothic spin on Hansel & Gretel from Vancouver Opera in Schools and masterful puppet theatre by the Maritime Marionettes. For theatre, Evergreen’s season opens with the first of its six theatre presentations, the British farce, A Bedfull of Foreigners, from the folks who brought last year’s popular hit, No Sex Please, We’re British. Arts Club on Tour returns with the mega-hit Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story, the epic comedy Don Quixote, and a delightful new play, Circle Mirror Transformation directed by Vancouver star Nicola Cavendish. Theatre-buffs will also enjoy World Premiere of Confessions of the Other Woman, by Valerie Sing Turner, a grand-scale project involving three theatre companies. New adult, teen and children visual arts programs have been added, including two brand-new initiatives Teens@Evergreen, an art club of sorts for high school students and Pro-D day camps. All the studios have been freshly painted and renovations are ongoing to divide the larger studio A into two separate studios, adding much-needed rental space for community groups. Fo r m o re d e t a i l s ab o u t Evergreen’s 2011/2012 season visit www.evergreenculturalcentre. ca or drop by Evergreen’s open house on Sunday, Sept. 18 from 2 to 4 p.m.
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Hembruff will stay in tune with local music Retiring teacher wants to continue work with concert band By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS
G o r d H e m b r u f f â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s employment record says he has worked as a music teacher for more than 30 years. Hembruff, however, is hard pressed to call it work. His love of music and teaching has made the last three decades fly by and now, even as he readies for retirement, he hopes to remain an active participant in the Tri-City music scene. Hembruff is a reluctant retiree. A series of health problems have forced him to take it easy and that means pulling back from his duties at Port Moody secondary school. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was the hardest decision of my life,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve enjoyed teaching here so much. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to give up something you enjoy.â&#x20AC;? Hembruff hopes to remain an active participant in the Community Concert Band, which he conducts â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and which he created. When he first began at Port Moody secondary, he found many students were eager to continue playing their instruments after g raduation but had no outlet to perform. Hembruff launched the Community Concert Band with former students and other musicians in the area in the 1980s, and the group has been a fixture at Tri-City events ever since. Now that he is retiring, he said he will remain active with the group. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to continue to be involved,â&#x20AC;? said Hembruff, whose music teaching career began a t G e o r g e Pe a rke s junior high in 1979. â&#x20AC;&#x153;None of this has ever felt like a job.â&#x20AC;? While at PMSS, Hembruff helped grow the music prog ram. He added new classes like music composition and technology, recording arts and sciences, contemporary music (known as rock school), string orchestra and music theatre, among
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Paint and perform in PoCo
Po r t C o q u i t l a m ’s Leigh Square Community Arts Village has a number of artistic-based courses for the body and mind this fall. The city will offer performing and visual arts activities — at low or no cost — starting this month for students of all ages and levels, such as: • Glee Club: For Youth by Youth (ages seven to 12), a weekly session led and organized by student volunteers from Riverside secondary, runs on Sundays from 2 to 3:30 p.m., from Sept. 25 to Dec. 11; • Musical Jam Songwriting Session, led by Youth Matters’ project co-ordinator Robin Chae, offers a chance for budding song scribes to network. The free class runs on Thursdays from 4 to 6:30 p.m.; • Felice Women’s Choir holds its practices on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. (call Andrea Kim at 604-949-1486 to register); • Off the Grid offers participants “instant sonic art” to perform compositions and improvise pieces with an emphasis on listening and reacting spontaneously (www.myspace.
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The Artist Open Studio takes place every Tuesday and gives emerging and mid-career artists an opportunity to work on their latest project or watch others in action. com/otgensemble). It runs every second Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m.; • Crossroads Coffeehouse opens its mic to singers, songwriters and performers every second Friday with guest artists to follow, including Pancho & S a l , S o f t Fo c u s, T h e H o n e y f l o w e r, Willy Blizzard, Bugsy J ive, a n d S t r i n g z Aloud. Proceeds benefit Crossroads Hospice Society. It runs every second Friday at 7:30 p.m.;
• Philosopher’s Cafe, presented by SFU and Leigh Square, features high-level public conversation about the burning issues of the day. It runs the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. The moderator is Port Moody’s Graham Forst, a PhD in philosophy (www.sfu.ca/philosopherscafe/); • Tai Chi Social Club for Enthusiasts runs on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to noon, starting Sept. 20; • Drop-in artist studio sessions for emerging
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and mid-career artists happens on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come with your latest project or watch others in action; and • Art workshops run by the Art Focus Artists’ Association are held the fourth Wednesday of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. Jack Turpin will
lead the Sept. 28 session while Don Portelance is on show Oct. 26 and Tatjana MirkovPopovicki on Nov. 23. Leigh Square Community Arts Village (2253 Leigh Sq.) is located directly south of PoCo city hall. Meanwhile, the city last week launched a new website (www. portcoquitlam.ca/ leighsquare) geared to the Leigh Square Community Arts Village that includes information about its programs, services and resources. It also has educational videos about art and art-making. “The new website is a much needed improvement for arts and culture services, building the foundation for other additions and modifications as we move towards incorporating social media in marketing and communications with customers, artists, businesses and the community,” said Yvonne Chui, the city’s arts and culture co-ordinator, in a news release.
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Art duo exhibit IIsoo Kyung MacLaurin and Tony Yin Tak Chu will have their work displayed at the Leigh Square Community Arts Village next months. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1 at 2 p.m and members of the public will get the chance to see the work, meet the artists and enjoy a refreshment. The event, which is free and includes a mixed-media art workshop, is part of Culture Day activities. The duo is presenting Two Landscapes, an exhibition about environment, politics and current issues. MacLaurin, a multi-media artist born in Korea, will show off her work, which consists of double-exposed and blended images, which conveys the darker side of the landscape. Chu is a mixed-media painter who uses mostly readymade, everyday elements to create pieces of work. The exhibition will begin on Sept. 23 and goes to Oct. 31. For more information about the show go to www.portcoquitlam.ca/leighsquare.
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ARTS CALENDAR HELP NEEDED
• 754 Phoenix Air Cadets are looking for a choir master for its new Glee Club. The non-profit group for youth aged 12 to 18 in Port Moody/ Coquitlam needs someone with choral experience to guide the cadets year-round and prepare them for competition and community events. Call 604-931-8211. • The Glee Club at Leigh Square Community Arts Village in Port Coquitlam needs volunteers on Sundays, from Sept. 25 to Dec 11, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. to help children learn how to sing modern and classic tunes. Some vocal experience is necessary and an updated criminal record check will be required. Email Jade at jadew50@hotmail.com.
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• Sept. 16: Opening reception for Port Coquitlam visual artist Diane Moran’s exhibit, called Creative Connections, at Burnaby Art Council’s Deer Lake Gallery (6344 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby), 2 to 4 p.m., featuring community arts projects dating back to 1999 including work from Cuba, photos of New Orleans (postHurricane Katrina) and letters from pen pals. Moran will lead a workshop on Saturday, Oct. 1, from noon to 4 p.m., and will get participants to create a collage, poem or drawing to accompany her display. For more information, call 604298-7322 or visit www.burnabyartscouncil.org. • Sept. 17: Latin Dance Night at Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam), from 7 p.m. to midnight. Cost at $10 includes a free salsa dance lesson at
7:30 p.m. Hosted by the Hot Salsa Dance Zone. No partner needed and no experience required. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, call 604-725-4654 or 604-808-2311 or visit www.hotsalsadancezone.com. • Sept. 17 and 18: Evergreen Cultural Centre’s 15th anniversary weekend celebration, season launch party, open house, backstage tours and art gallery opening. Call 604-9276555 or visit www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca. • Sept. 17: Treefest 2011 at Riverview Hospital, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Henry Esson Young building, tree tours, art exhibits, speakers, entertainment and community displays. Call 604-290-9910 or rhcs.org. • Sept. 17: Third annual open house at Mackin House Museum (1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam), refreshments, music and tours by volunteers in period costume, 12 to 4 p.m. Call 604-516-6151 or visit coquitlamheritage.ca. • Sept. 18 to Oct. 2: 14th annual Port Moody Festival of the Arts. Call 604-931-2008 or visit www.pomoartsfestival. ca. • Sept. 20 to 24: A Bedfull of Foreigners, Royal Canadian Theatre Company, 8 p.m. with a 4 p.m matinee on Sept. 24, Evergreen Cultural Centre (1120 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). Call 604-927-6555 or visit www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca. • Sept. 20: Spirit of Community Awards and Taste of the Tri-Cities, Society for Community Development, 5 to 9 p.m., Red Robinson Show Theatre (2080 United Blvd., Coquitlam). Call 604-897-8478 or visit societyforcommuni-
tydevelopment.com. • Sept. 27: Off the Grid, an improvised music series, from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Gathering Place at Leigh Square Community Arts Village in Port Coquitlam. Call 604-789-3456 or visit www.portcoquitlam. ca/arts. • Sept. 30: The Life & Times of Johnny Cash, 8 p.m., Evergreen Cultural Centre (1120 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). Call 604-927-6555 or visit www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca.
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• Evergreen Cultural Centre: Kwikwetlem First Nation’s Red Fish Up the River, from Sept. 16 to Nov. 5, opening reception on Sept. 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. • Leigh Square Community Arts Village: Pat Crucil’s Retrospective, until Sept. 19. • Place des Arts: Jennifer McAuley’s Landscapes of Suburbia (oil), PdA teachers and staff’s Art Feats (multiple media) and Jim Keayes’ Abstract & Landscapes (acrylics), until Oct. 8. • Port Moody Arts Centre: Ian, Jay and Kim Freemantle’s Exquisite Corpse (triage, sculptures, ceramics and mixed media collages), Phyllis Schwartz’s Street Dance: A Record of Public Performances, Part 1 (photography) and Miyuki Shinkai’s Metaphysics and Glass (handblown glass), from Sept. 15 to Oct. 29, opening reception on Sept. 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. • Port Coquitlam city hall: Art Focus artists Beth David, Vera McKellar, until Oct. 4. • Port Moody Public Library: Gillian McQuade’s Colours of the Forest (digital photography).
PoMo artists keep it in the family at fall show This fall’s Port Moody Art Centre exhibit is a family affair. Between Sept. 15 and Oct. 29 the gallery will feature two family collaborations, featuring photography, handblown glassworks, paintings and tapestries. In the main gallery ‘Generasjoner’ celebrates the artistic skill of three generations of a NorwegianCanadian family with a display that combines traditional imagery and contemporary interpretations of Norwegian folk lore. The artist Karin Venghoel, will showcase several wood carvings, hand-dyed wool tapestries and oil paintings on canvas. In the exhibit she hopes to honour the skills and encouragement given to her by her family and celebrate Norwegian heritage. The 3D gallery will feature ‘Exquisite Corpse: TRIAGE’ created by siblings Ian, Jay and Kim Freemantle. While the work has been thematically discussed, this exhibit is a blind collaboration, meaning each piece of work was created in isolation. Only when the work is brought together will the public and the creator’s see the final work. This artistic technique originated during the surrealist movement, which will
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Photography, glassworks, paintings and carvings will be on display at the Port Moody Arts Centre. be further explored during Surrealist Night on Sept. 22 as part of the Port Moody Fiestival of the Arts (www. pomoartsfestival.ca). But not all of the exhibits were put together by family members. The Plum Gallery Walls will display the work of Phyllis Schwartz, who has put together the first part of her ‘Street Dance: A Record of Public Performances’. The project is the first half of an ongoing collabo-
ration with artist Alison Keenan, who will be exhibiting at the art centre from Nov. 3 to Dec. 23. Keenan and Schwartz will also be leading a workshop for adults, which explores their ideas and introduces participants to drawing and recording figures. The workshop will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1, between 2 and 4 p.m. For more information contact gallery coordinator Susan Jessop at sjessop@pomoarts.ca. Miyuki Shinkai will exhibit her hand-blown glass works in the Plum Gallery display case. The artist was born and raised in Shiga, Japan and, after relocating to the United Station, developed an interest in glass. She attended the Pilchuck Glass School in Washington and now lives in Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast, where she continues her career in the art of glassblowing. Shinkai is also exploring more ways to become greener with bottle-glass recycling and over 90% of the glass that she uses is reclaimed from other studios, factories and bottle depots. The opening reception for the exhibition will take place on Thursday, Sept. 15 between 6 and 8 p.m. For more information go to www.pomoarts.ca.
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PoCo’s Jones hitting the Hall Simon Fraser University Clan wrestling head coach Mike Jones was set to be inducted into the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame yesterday (Tuesday, after The Tri-City News’ deadline). A PoCo resident, Jones is entering his 35th season as head coach of the Clan wrestling program. “It is an honour and this is great for our sport,” said Jones. “Simon Fraser was the first to make coaching a professional profession and I am pleased to have been one of the first to have received such an opportunity. We have had some outstanding young people compete here over the years and we always have felt that we had a program that can take someone to great new heights. “As a coach, you are always looking for new challenges and the move to the NCAA is exactly that for us now.” Jones started his coaching career at SFU in September 1976 and has overseen numerous Olympic medallists, including Daniel Igali and Carol Huynh who won gold in the 2000 and 2008 Summer Olympics, respectively. Prior to last night’s induction, Jones has been previously inducted into the Canadian Amateur Sports Hall of Fame, the NAIA Hall of Fame, the U.S. National Wrestling Hall of Fame and the Burnaby Sports Hall of Fame.
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A member of the Coquitlam-based United Rugby Club is tackled by a Burnaby Lake opponent in women’s Tier 1 play during Saturday’s openingday action of the B.C. Rugby Union season at Hume Park. United fell, 46-7.
Cats shoot for swift season By Larry Pruner THE TRI-CITY NEWS
It’s only September and already Port Moody Black Panthers general manager Ron Luniw is thinking Christmas. First on his early holiday wish list is the return of Cam Lawson, who was scooped up early last campaign by the B.C. Hockey League’s Coquitlam Express and is currently trying to latch on with Jr. ‘A’ loop’s Victoria Grizzlies. If Lawson, 19, fails to stick in the provincial capital, Luniw is hopeful the gifted
forward will return to the Jr. ‘B’ Black Panthers, where he was a standout before joining the Express only to be used sparingly, finishing the BCHL season with no goals and five assists in just 23 appearances. “If Santa Claus comes, we’ll get Cam Lawson back,” Luniw told The Tri-City News last week. Right now, the Cats are also missing high-scoring Brandon Milln, a native of Port Moody, and defenceman Ryan Panichelli, who are both trying to crack Junior ‘A’ rosters in Saskatchewan and Nanaimo respectively.
So far, the Cats have played four pre-season games and have two remaining before opening the regular season next Tursday versus the Icehawks in Delta. The Cats’ home debut goes Sept. 24 versus the Aldergrove Kodiaks. With the fleet Trevor Kang set to return along with steady goalie Nick Taylor, Luniw sees now reason why his squad can’t at least keep pace with last season’s edition that managed a 22-18-0-6 record and took second in the Harold Brittain Conference. “We had a lot of speed last year and we’ll have a lot of
speed against this year,” vowed Luniw, who hired exMission Icebreakers head coach Craig Sherbaty after Ron Johnson stepped down from behind the bench after last season. Experience will be a key to the Cats’ success, added Luniw, who’s looking to load up on primarily 18- and 19-year-olds this season. “You can’t be really dominant in this league with a younger team,” he said. One newcomer looking good already is six-foot-three, 17-year-old forward Tyler Roberge, Luniw said.
Despite it being Salmon Ar m’s nickname, Terry Fox running back Jake Nylund was pure gold Saturday. Nylund scampered for 158 yards and three touchdowns on 21 rushes as the Ravens shook off the scrappy visiting Golds 20-18 in a B.C. AAA senior high school boys exhibition football game at Terry Fox Oval. Nylund scored on the Ravens’ second possession when he bolted 32 yards to paydirt, then upped the hosts’ lead to 12-0 by bolting in from yards out to cap a 10play, 71-yard drive. Salmon Arm then battled back, however, scoring on a 62-yard reverse before halftime, then evening the count 12-12 as the Ravens began to struggle on the defensive side of the ball. Nylund then struck again, barreling into the end zone from five yards out and then added a two-point convert to boost the Ravens’ margin to 20-12. Again, the Golds refused to give, scoring on yet another reverse to cut the gap to 20-18. That was all they would manage mind you, as the Ravens managed to run out the clock with an effective ground attack. After Nylund, Mark Casuga was next among Fox rushers with 39 yards on seven carries. Ravens quarterback Trevor Casey was good on seven of 11 pass attempts for 107 yards, including an interception. Tyrel Ratich was Casey’s favourite target on the day, snagging four receptions for 71 yards. Grayson Medwid rallied the Ravens’ defence with five solo tackles, two assists and an interception. Nylund was next with four solos, two assists and a quarterback sack, while Ratich and Jon Tam each had three solos. Next up, the Ravens take on the New Westminster Hyacks in another exhibition game Friday at Percy Perry Stadium, 7 p.m. The Jr. Ravens, meanwhile, open their season by visiting the Hyacks tomorrow (Thursday) at Mercer Stadium, 5:30 p.m.
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Synergy stings Utd.
Jordan Kennedy and Rachel Catania scored second-half goals to guide Coquitlam Metro-Ford Synergy to a 3-1 triumph over Dameesh United in a women’s Under-21 soccer game Sunday at Percy Perry Stadium. Cara Mudry, on a
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Kwaku Frimpong scored his second major of the contest before Sean Stewart bolted into the end zone on a six-yard run off tackle. The result left both squads with 1-1 records.
WILDCATS WIN Temperatures were hot Sunday but the Coquitlam Wildcats made the sure the Royal City Hyacks’ offence didn’t so much as warm up in a Peewee division contest at Ryall Park. The Wildcats blanked the Hyacks 13-0 to post their second straight win of the young season. Coquitlam quarterback Max Kennedy sprinted 50 yards in the opening half for the
Wildcats’ first major, then Kennedy hit receiver Kieran Little on the last play of the game to seal the victory. The Wi l d c at s ’ Matthew Hewa-Baddege forced a fumble and recovered it on a quarterback sack early in the game to snuff out what looked like a promising drive for Royal City, while Chad Deugau and Jarrett Chong made some key tackles in the second half to help secure the shutout.
COUGS CLIPPED Jarrod Hills was a defensive standout but his Coquitlam Cougars were tripped 16-0 by the Cloverdale Bobcats at Kevin Chin Field.
PoMo’s Mashinchi magic for UBC N av i d M a s h i n ch i of Port Moody opened the scoring and set up another goal to spark the UBC Thunderbirds to 4-2 victory over the Fraser Valley Cascades in a university men’s soccer battle Saturday at Thunderbird Stadium. Marco Visintin then capitalized on two penalty-kick chances in the second half to wrap up the win.
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It started with a successful onside kick by Rylan Smaaslet and the Coquitlam Raiders went on to literally punish the North Surrey Eagles the rest of the way. T h e J r. B a n t a m Raiders racked up a 22-8 halftime lead and, after the two squads swapped second-half touchdowns to make it 28-14 Coquitlam, the game at Bear Creek Park was called after two lengthy injury delays after paramedics had to be called in to attend to two injured North Sur rey players. The Eagles actually scored first but the Raiders took over the Vancouver Mainland Football League affair shortly after, courtesy of
header, scored the opening goal in the first half for Synergy. • Laura McIlveen had a goal and assisted on another by Rebecca Tingling as Por t Moody Nitro knotted the Central City Breakers 2-2 in girls U-17 Gold play.
Mashinchi wasted no time making his mark on the game, curling the first shot of the contest in to the far top corner from just outside the 18 yard box in the fourth minute. Ten minutes later, he set up Gagandeep Dosanjh’s first goal of the season from the same spot, sending a low cross through the six-yard box that was redirected
home from point-blank range. “One of the benefits of having a veteranladen group is they know the league, they know the standard of play we expect, and they’ve played together a lot so I think they are coming in at a pretty good level to start the season,” said UBC head coach Mike Mosher. “We’ve got some good
technical players like Sean Haley, Gagan and Navid and, when they get going and play off each other, it can be really nice to watch.” Fouls played a big role in the game, with three goals coming as a direct result of a foul, and nine yellow cards handed out between the teams. The T-birds’ next home game is Sept. 30 ve r s u s L e t h b r i d g e.
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#1167 $25 service call, 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. ELECTRICIAN licensed, local. Low cost. Big&small jobs. Renov. & panel change expert. 604-374-0062. 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
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd. ✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Grave Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
604-537-4140
EZ GO MOVERS Quick & Reliable Movers
From $48/per
604-524-2177 www.ezgomovers.com
M.T. GUTTERS
SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
Professional Installation 5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Soffit
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HOME REPAIRS
Cleaning & Repairing Call Tim 604-612-5388
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
275
If I can’t do it It can’t be done
# 1 PAY-LESS Painting Ext./Int. FALL Special
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
WESTRIDGE MANAGEMENT CO Accounting & Bookkeeping, Taxes Best rates. Free Pickup & Delivery 604-764-2575 or 604-998-2265 www.westridgemanagementco.com
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APPLIANCE REPAIRS
PITT MEADOWS PICK-UP ...... OR .... DELIVERY
A-TECH Services 604-230-3539
604-465-3189
PAINT SPECIAL (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
Instant Grassifacation!
16897 Windsor Road Pitt Meadows
Yard Maintenance Hedge Trimming~Tree Pruning Lawn Cuts ~ Weeding Wood Retaining Wall
604-465-9812 1-800-663-5847
Home Renovations and New Construction Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more * 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE* INSURED ~ WCB
RENO & REPAIR NO JOB TOO SMALL! Renovations/Repairs/Building Emergency services available! S Bathrooms S Basements S Suites S Decks / Sheds S Plumbing S Flooring / Tiles S Electrical S Interior Designing
CLEANING SERVICES
Gary 604-690-7JNL (7565) “Family Owned & Operated in the Tri-Cities”
3 Ladies Maid Service Fast and Reliable. $25/hr. 778-318-4716 .Jim’s Mowing-Same Day Service More than just mowing
NICK’S Landscaping *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
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604-728-5643
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- Est. 1989 F WCB, Insured, Licensed F Free Estimates F Many References F All Types of Painting
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SL PAINTING Interior/Exterior. FREE Estimates. Quality job. Fully insured - WCB Please call Sonly.
604-328-6387 STAN’S PAINTING Comm. & Res. BBB, WCB.
Seniors Discount 10% off Book by end of September - 15% off. 25 yrs exp. Guarantee on work. Refs. (604)773-7811 or 604-432-1857
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PAVING/SEAL COATING
Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, gates, alum roof. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
The DECK Guys D Sundeck / Patio Construction D Re-build/Extend Existing Decks D Authorized vinyl deck installers D Aluminum, glass, wood railings D Sundeck & Vinyl Repairs D 5 Year Warranty on Vinyl *Work Guaranteed *References *Over 20 Years Experience. Free estimates 604-418-8340
Woodland Decks WDesign & Renovations WCedar Decks WFences WWooden Retaining walls Home Renovations Call Patrick for a free est.
604-351-6245 374
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TREE SERVICES A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports
ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.
PLUMBING
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005
Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $ .
LIC. LOCAL plumber/gasfitter. Res/com. No job too small. Call Petko 778-228-3924, 604-468-3924
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS RIDGE MEADOWS ROOFING. Res Re-roofing & repairs WCB BBB A+ rating Free est. 604-377-5401
INT/EXT Painting. Prices you can rely on. Ref’s. 30 Years exp. Keith 604-433-2279 or 604-777-1223. MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
PETS Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank. SKY VIEW ROOFING LTD. Lic. & Ins. Excellent Refs. 10% off any written quote & or new client! 604-317-4729 www.skyviewroofing1.com
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
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• Tree & Stump Removal • Certified Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~
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604-787-5915, 604-291-7778
CHEAP
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604-465-1311
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HIGH VOLTAGE!
MISC SERVICES
GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds $59.00 Per Ton
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Robert J. O’Brien
bcclassified.com 604-575-5555
(Turn right 1st road East of Pitt River Bridge from Vancouver)
Dean 604-834-3076
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Fall Special All walls up to 1200 sqft $950. All minor filling inl’d 2 coats premium eggshell
(778)960-1070
All Work Guaranteed. Call John
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Service to all Makes of Appliances & Refrigeration. Work Guaranteed
BLAKE’S PAINTING & DECORATING Interior Exterior Spraytex ceilings/repairs Drywall repairs
Ref’s W Insured W WCB Paper Hanging Removal Written Guarantee Residential/ Commercial
604-464-8700 ~ 778-867-8785
JIM PUGH Owner/Technician 30 Yrs+ Experience 3755 Bracewell Court, Pt Coq. Pgr: 669-6500 #4909
Running this ad for 7yrs
3 rooms for $269, 2 coats any colour
mathias@telus.net www.newportfinishing.ca
JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly
$69/HR. Lic., Insured. Experienced & friendly service. Clogged drains, garburators, leaks & more. Sm jobs OK. Call anytime 604-805-2488.
all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements
17607 FORD ROAD,
Mathias 604-313-5530
RUBBISH REMOVAL
✔ ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS Call Niko Plumbing Ltd. 24/7. Res/Com, plugged drains. h/w tanks. ★15 yrs exp. 604-837-6640
When QUALITY Matters
*BATHROOMS *KITCHENS *ADDITIONS *REMODELING *SUNDECKS *BASEMENTS, etc 20+ yrs exp., Insured/Guaranteed Big & Small Jobs Welcome!!
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1 Call Does it All - 2 OLD GUYS PLUMBING & HEATING, Repairs, Reno’s, H/W Tanks. 604-525-6662.
NO Wood byproducts used A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
Fully Insured
MAJOR Appliance Repairs to All Makes
• Insured • WCB • Written Guarantee • Free Est. • 20 Years Exp.
D Garden Blend Soil D Lawn Blend Soil D Custom Blends avail. D Composted Mushroom Manure
GARDENING
IVY GREEN YARD SERVICE Hedges, pruning, yd cleanup, maint 30 years exp. FREE Estimates. Guar. Work. Calvin 604-992-4633
Top Quality Painting Exterior / Interior
AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.
COQUITLAM LANDSCAPING ★ YARD CLEANUP ★ S S S S
604.723.8434
ANDY’S LANDSCAPE Majored, 19yr exp. www.andyslandscape.ca 778-895-6202
ACCOUNTING Bookkeeping, HST, Payroll Personal/Business Tax Certified Professional Reasonable Rates Pick-up & Delivery Service 604-842-7730, 604-464-4330
Scott 604-891-9967 2 HUNGRY PAINTERS & Power Washing. Low prices. Int/Ext. Man & wife 75 years combined exp. 604.467.2532 twohungrypainters.ca
*30 years *Licensed *Insured
POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin. Repairs, Staining. Free Est.. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-468-4117.
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LANDSCAPING
• Kitchens • Bathrooms • Remodeling • Decks www.metrovanhome.ca
“JUST A GREAT JOB!”
D Free estimates D Insured Licensed D References Residential D Pressure Washing
A-1 PAINTING CO. 300
604-949-1900 QUALITY RENOVATIONS
NO Headaches NO Surprises NO Excuses
LOOK for our YARD SIGNS
FENCING
FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
RECYCLE-IT!
From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
GUTTER & WINDOW CLEANING Prices starting from for 3 lvl. hm. $95/gutters, $95/windows. 2 lvl. hm. $75/gutters, $75/windows. Excellent Service Since 1976. 778-861-0465 Always! Gutter, window cleaning, pressure washing, lawn maintains, yard clean-up. Simon 604-230-0627 Gutter Cleaning & Repairs. (Res. & Strata). Prompt Service. Grants Home Maintenance. 604-936-2808.
CLASSIFIEDS AN EFFECTIVE WAY TO BUILD BUSINESS.
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
$45/Hr
(604)465-1311
meadowslandscapesupply.com
28 YRS EXP. *FULLY INSURED
MOVING & STORAGE
Local & Long Distance
PEDRO’S GENERAL CONTRACTING & DRAINAGE. ✶ Pipelining, backfilling, landscaping, water lines & more. ✶ Hardworking, reliable & reasonable rates. 604-468-2919.
FENCE-IT-RIGHT Installations -604.639.6626 Cedar, Chain Link, Ornamental iron, Vinyl (Insured, Experienced, Competitive Pricing)
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
AFFORDABLE MOVING
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE
269
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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
Prompt Delivery Available
DRYWALL
ALL PHASES DRYWALL • Taping • Texture • Spraying 30 yrs. Tidy Workplace. Free Est. No job too small.Eric 778-898-9806 COMPLETE DRYWALL SERVICE, res/com. ref’s. reno’s, reas. rates. 604-941-8261, cell 778-999-2754. FRANKS Drywall *Boarding*Taping *Spraying no job too sm. Seniors rts Free ests. 604-939-7029, 809-1945
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Seven Days a Week
Free Estimates 604-813-6949 Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function... • Dinner Parties • Executive Meetings • Family Gatherings • Weddings / Banquets • B-B-Ques • Funerals We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
GARDENING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
★ Disposal ★ Renovations Debris ★ Construction ★ Drywall Pickup ★ Demolition ★ 7 days/week ★ Free Estimates ★
Isaac 604-727-5232
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PETS
BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, vet check $600. (604)796-3026. No Sunday calls BENGAL CROSS KITTENS beautiful spotted and marbled, 4M ready $150-$250 each Call 604-820-1603 Border Collie P/B puppies dob June 23 M-$400; F-$450. vet ✓ first shot. 604-250-4360 or 604-856-7975. 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 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. Working line. Black and black & tan. $650. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602 LAB PUPS, Chocolate, $700. vet ch, dew-claws rem. 1st shots, dewormed. qual. lines (604)702-0217 LAB/Retriever, born June 23. family raised. Dewormed, $350. Call (604)795-7257. No sun. calls NEO MASTIFF PUPS ready to go, shots, dewormed, tails docked, Call for details (604)615-2682
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TREE SERVICES
Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certifi ed Arborist Free Estimates * Fully Insured
www.tricitynews.com PETS 477
PETS
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 PB, Golden Retriever pups, family farm raised, vet checked, shots, ready August 22. Males $450 Timbur6@telus.net. 604-845-7434 Poochie, super fluffy, 10wks, tiny toy, vet check, 1st shot, m-$750, f-$850. 1(604)354-3003 lv message or email: dinkytoi@hotmail.ca YELLOW LAB PUPS. 8 weeks old, ready to go. Vet checked, 1st. shots. Parents on site. $500. 604-852-6176 Abbts
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506
APPLIANCES
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Rebuilt*Washer*Dryer*Fridge*Stove Up to 1 Yr Warranty. Trade-in Avail.
509
AUCTIONS
Antique & Collectible Auction Mon, Sept. 19th, ~ 7pm. Viewing on Sunday, 1pm - 5pm. Sale Day From 10am. Consignments welcome. Central Auction #313 - 20560 - Langley By Pass (#10 Hwy) 604-534-8322 PUBLIC Notice Geodis Wilson Canada Ltd. hereby give notice that pursuant to the Warehouse Lien Act, RSBC 1996, c.480 the following goods will be sold at a public auction held at 09:30 on Friday, September 23,2011, (viewing available by appointment, call (604)304-4975): over 20,000 units of cases and shields for i phone 3g, nano, and i touch 2g equipment. The person liable to Geodis Wilson Canada Ltd. for outstanding charges for which the lien exists is Addonit LLC. The auction will be held at: Canada West Warehousing Ltd., #107- 1750 Coast Meridian Road, Port Coquitlam, BC V3R 6R8
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BUILDING SUPPLIES
DO-IT-YOURSELF STEEL BUILDINGS Priced to Clear - Make an Offer! Ask About Free Delivery, most areas! Call for Quick Quote and Free Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
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FUEL
FULLY SEASONED, Alder/Maple, Birch, split & delivered. Free kindling. Phone 604-789-1492 anytime
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FURNITURE
BUNK BEDS, solid Pine with mattress & 10 sets of sheets, good cond. $400 obo. 64-945-5314.
MATTRESSES staring at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
Tri-City News Wednesday, September 14, 2011, A39 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560
MISC. FOR SALE
Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991 RED ENVELOPE - Unique & Personalized Gifts for All Your Friends & Family! Starting at $19.95. Visit www.redenvelope.com/Jewel for an extra 20% off or Call 1-888-4735407 UNRESERVED Pizza Restaurant Auction, Kitchen Equipment, Ovens, Seating. ONLINE Bidding. www.bcauction.ca
REAL ESTATE ACREAGE
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82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/ BIG BEAUTIFUL AZ LAND $99/mo. $0 down, $0 interest, Golf Course, Nat’l Parks. 1 hour from Tucson Int’l Airport Guaranteed Financing, No Credit Checks. Pre-recorded msg. (800) 631-8164 code 4001 or visit www.sunsiteslandrush.com
615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY BUILDING SALE... “ROCK BOTTOM PRICES” 25x40x12 $7350. 30x60x15 $12,700. 35x70x16 $15,990. 40x80x16 $20,990. 47x100x18 $25,800. 60x140x20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers DIRECT 1-800-668-5422.
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS MOBILE HOMES 1, 2 & 3 BDRM $46,900 - $74,900. Lorraine, Royal Lepage 604-889-4874.
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RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
COQUITLAM - Condo 630 Clarke Rd. Reno’d 1 BR 1 Bath; 675 sf; $800 NOW Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666 COQUITLAM - New Condo 2978 Glen Dr; Lrg 2 BR; 2 Bath 925 sf; lndry; prkng; $1450 NOW Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666 COQUITLAM
Nice, well maintained studio, 1 and 2 bdrm. Fridge and stove. Balcony. Heat, hot water and 1 parking stall included. Nice location in Coquitlam just off Lougheed in quiet cul-de-sac. Please call Nova for viewing at 604-767-9832
RECREATIONAL
640
RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, .83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake (70 Mile House). Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good fishing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-3950599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)
Cozy apts easy access to SFU. 1 & 2 bdrms from $720. Close to schools, transit, Barnet Beach & park. View suites of Burrard Inlet. U/g pkg, laundry room. For more info & viewing call
Dragan 778-788-1845
604-464-7548 #1 IN RENTALS (Since 1990)
Coquitlam
BLOCK SALE Sat. Sept 17, 9 - 3 p.m. Sun. Sept 18, 10 - 2 p.m.
500 block of Ascot St. Furniture, kids stuff, movie costumes, sporting goods. You want it - it’s here. GARAGE SALE! September 17th 2011 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Part of a neighbourhood sale. Come check it out - lots of great, clean, very gently used quality kids toys and gear (Fisher Price, Melissa and Doug, Mega Blocks). Also, lots of household items in great condition. 3833 Azalea Pl. Port Coquitlam
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MEDICAL SUPPLIES
CAN’T GET UP your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591. FAST RELIEF the First Night!! Restless Leg Syndrome and Leg Cramps Gone. Sleep Soundly, Safe with Medication, Proven Results. www.allcalm.com 1-800-765-8660.
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MISC. FOR SALE
A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1866-884-7464
Professional Property Management Services for LANDLORDS (Tri City)
Maple Ridge 224th St. 2 bdrm grnd. flr condo, approx 946 s/f. avail now, ns/np/refs. $1150/mo. BBY nr Lough. Mall, upper 2 flrs of family home, 5 bdrms, dbl garage, ns/np/refs, $1900 +3/4 utils. Coquitlam 4 bdrm family home, approx 2600 sq/ft, dble garage, ns/np/refs, avail Oct 1st. $2000. BURNABY
MAPLE PLACE TOWERS 1 Bdrm Apts starting at $950 2 Bdrm Apts starting at $1200 Heat and hot water included. Dishwasher, fridge, stove, balcony, shared laundry. Avail Immed. Close to amen, schools and mall.
Call 604-421-1235
Hyland Manor 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.
2 Bdrms Available NOW!
Call 604-941-9051 PORT COQUITLAM
1 Bdrm & den apt. $875 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
Dragan 778-788-1845 Professionally Managed by Gateway Property Management
Time to move into Fall .... 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
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 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
RENTALS 750
SUITES, LOWER
752
2002 TRIUMPH TROPHY. Low k’s, new battery, runs good. $4,700. Call 604-217-3479; 778-880-0233. 2009 SUZUKI LS650. only 1520 km’s, bought new, lady owner, exc cond, asking $5575, (604)597-8467
TOWNHOUSES
COQUITLAM, 3100 Ozada Ave. 2 Bdrm, quiet family complex, no pets $920. Call: 604-942-2277
TOWNHOUSES
1 & 2 bdrm. $780 - $880/mo MAPLE Ridge central location in Urbano Complex . Newer 2 bedroom 2 bathroom and den on ground floor,5 appliances 2 underground parking stalls in fully secured building with amenities room and weight room. Non smoker no pets.$1150 per month, credit checks and references mandatory. Call 604 831 9359 MAPLE RIDGE. Renovated 2 Bedroom Apartment in clean & quiet apartment building at 22182 Dewdney Trunk Rd. $850 heat & water. No Pets. Call 778-877-0970. PITT MEADOWS
CHELSEA PARK APTS 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 bdrm apt. $765 & $785/mo. Quiet family complex. No pets. Call 604-464-0034. PORT MOODY - Condo 200 Westhill Pl. Reno’d 1 BR 1 Bath; 650 sf; $800/m. NOW! Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666
NO SUBSIDIES AVAILABLE Orientation: Sunday, Sept 18 1:30 p.m. at 51A-8740 Forest Grove Dr. Phone 604-420-2442
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HOMES FOR RENT
ANMORE 2 bd + den, 1250 sf, 5appli, bright, painted, garage, skylight, quiet big yard, bus. $1550/mo. min to Buntzen Lke. 778-688-6622 COQUITLAM, W.W. Plat. 7 bdrms, 4 bath, 4500 sf, high ceilings, hrwd flrs, avl now, $3480. (604)727-4271 PORT COQUITLAM - ½ Rancher 3568 Handley Cr. Large 2 BR 1 Bath; 950 sf; $1050. NOW. Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666
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STORAGE
PORT COQ. 1000 sq/ft workshop or storage with 220 power & walk-in cooler. $1000/mo. 604-866-8182.
750
SUITES, LOWER
1 BEDROOM and den garden suite. Upper Eagle Ridge, near Newport Village. Private entrance in a quiet neighbourhood. Close to all amenities and bus routes. Ideal for a professional or mature student. 5 appliances. Heat, hot water, cable included. Non-smoker, no pets. Available October 1st. $850. Contact 778-837-2617 COQUITLAM. 1 bdrm grd lvl. ste. Very bright, own ent, living & kit, lrg storage. 4appls. N/S. N/P. $600/mo + 1/4 utils. Avl now. 604-468-9393. COQUITLAM: lovely, bright, lrg 2 bdrm bsmt ste in 10 yr old house. Near Poirier comm ctr. Inste lndry. NS/NP. Monitered alarm, 1 car prkg $875. Avail Oct 1. 604-202-3300. COQUITLAM / Poco 2 bd, sep entry & lndry, NS/NP, $900 incl utils. Avl now. 604-464-0723, 778-836-6438 COQUITLAM spacious 2 bdrm bsmt h/water heating, alarm, pri ent. ns/np. No lndry. Avail immed. $850 incl utils. 604-612-7043.
EXTRA INCOME
845
Classified ads are a direct line to extra income. Look around your home. You're sure to find items you no longer want or need. Somewhere there is a buyer for them. Call bcclassified.com to place your ad. 604 575 5555
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
MOTORCYCLES
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RECREATIONAL/SALE
Call 604-942-2012 www.coquitlampropertyrentals.com PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1030/mo - $1134/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
1987 FORD Econoline Class “C” RV 29ft, well kept cond., 95,000kms, sleeps 6. $6900. 604-477-4549
TRANSPORTATION 806
ANTIQUES/CLASSICS
AUTO FINANCING
CA$H for CAR$ No Wheels -No Problem! Servicing the Fraser Valley 604-746-2855
1991 PACE ARROW
125,000m, 35 ft. Exc cond. Fully loaded with Gear Vendor trans, including tow car 1997 Saturn 107,000k with Brake Buddy tow kit. New fridge, new front tires, 7000 watt onon. generator, hydraulic levelers.
Complete $25,000. (604)466-4956 after 11am - 10pm
SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200 The Scrapper
Woodland surroundings, on Forest Grove Drive. Good location, close to schools, SFU and Lougheed Mall. No subsidies available. $10 application fee. Maximum housing charges; 2 bdrms only avail. $911/mo. Shares $2500. S Impeccably clean S Heat S Hot Water S Parking
CAMPER & TRUCK
1976 GMC 3/4 Ton Sierra Classic Camper Special. 149 Miles. Collector status. 1999 Slumber Queen Adventurer Camper, WS model with all trimmings, 13’’ Sansui TV, queen bed 8’ awning. Excellent Condition. Call for more info. $12,500/both. 604-535-5777 or 604-785-6827
*No Pets *Avail Immediately
BURNABY
Do you want to live in the security of a family community?
VEHICLES WANTED
*Near schools *5 Appliances *Decorative Fireplaces
810
Port Coq ~ 604-941-5452 or 604-944-7889 FREE PREMIUM CABLE $80 Value
RECREATIONAL/SALE
2 & 3 Bdrm Units Available
711
WHATTLEKAINUM HOUSING CO-OP ORIENTATION
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COQUITLAM CENTRE AREA
1968 VOLVO 144S, European model, 4 cyl., have original plates & reg. Good shape, runs well. $1500 obo. Willie (604)220-8969
Derek Manor 2048 Manning Ave.
TRANSPORTATION
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2001 HONDA ACCORD coupe, 4 cyl., V-tech eng., 95,000km. Very good cond. Well maint. Asking $8900 obo (604)850-0424
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 store or office space. Ground level. $2350 + HST. Avail Aug 1. 604-469-9100.
CO-OP RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
COQUITLAM. Upper Westwood. 2 bdrm, 1000 sq.ft. Sep entry & lndry. NS/NP. $950/mo + 1/3 utils. Avail Sept 15th or Oct 1. 604-612-3384 or email: mfish16@telus.net COQUITLAM WW Plateau. Large bright 2 bdrm, priv ent, w/d. ns/np. $980/mo. +1/3 utils. 604-464-3676. HERITAGE Mtn -approx 1000 sf 1 bdrm executive ste. Bright, quiet cds, gourmet kit, 5 ss appl, f/p, soaker tub, own patio, w/d, n/s. $1050 incl utils. 604-306-2870 MAPLE Ridge - Beautiful Silvervalley 1 or 2 bdrm bsmt suite, 1 bath, double car garage, washer/dryer, fridge, stove, close to MR park, $880. Util. incl. Available now. No smoking, pets considered Call 604970-7731 PORT COQUITLAM bsmt studio suite, fridge, stove, bathrm w/shower, nr transit, elem schools & shops, $875/mo incl utils. Please call after 4pm or weekends 604-314-8395. Port Coquitlam, Praire Ave. 1 bdrm. Sep lndry. Sept 15. N/S. N/P. $750 incl utils/basic cable. 604-552-0900. PORT COQUITLAM. Prairie Ave. 1 bdrm, priv entry. NS/NP. $750. incl. lndy/utils. Call after 12noon Avail. immed. 604-941-4967 PORT MOODY. Bright 1 bdrm $725 +20% utils. Free lndry.Nr Newport Village. NP/NS. Now.604-469-9402
PORT MOODY
For more info & viewing call
www.aptrentals.net COQUITLAM, 555 Delestra, 2 bdrm + den, 2 baths, 16th flr. $1500/mo. Avail now. TJ @ Sutton Proact, (604)728-5460 COQUITLAM Center. Bachelor & 1 bdrm apts. Incl heat, h/wtr, sec prk. N/P. Avail now. Call 604-942-2012. www.coquitlampropertyrentals.com COQUITLAM: Clean, quiet apt blk. Suites to rent. Sorry no pets. Family owned & operated for 39 yrs. (604)936-5755.
604.465.7221 PORT COQUITLAM
751 Clarke Rd, Coquitlam
Avail. Oct. 1 - Ref’s req’d.
GARAGE SALES
W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets
2010 St. John’s St, Port Moody
www.dannyevans.ca
551
Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg. 3 Blocks to W.C. Express
St. John’s Apartments
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
APARTMENT/CONDO
19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows
Coquitlam/Port Moody
HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
706
APARTMENT/CONDO
Polo Club Apartments
Large, bright stes avail. 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.
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE
RENTALS
706
535 - 555 Shaw Avenue (google map) (yahoo map)
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
RENTALS
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CARS - DOMESTIC
1997 CHRYSLER CONCORDE, in good shape, low miles, AirCared, all power opt, $2000, 604-319-7410 1997 FORD ESCORT wagon, 67,000 km, mint, garage kept, one owner. $4500. 604-869-3313 2007 FORD FUSION SE Fully loaded. Maroon colour, 60K, $7500 firm. Call 604-538-4883. 2008 Buick Allure 7,900 kms. Red, chrome pkg. Under warranty til Sept/2013. $16,900. 604-464-6397.
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
2003 31.5’ Citation 5th wheel R/L, 2 tip outs, bike hitch, loaded. $25,900. Call (604)796-9074
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL “No Wheels, No Problem”
$ WE PAY CASH FOR CARS $ CALL
2003 CHEV EXPRESS Class B motor home Road Trek 200, Versatile 6 ltr, v8, loaded, no accidents 109,000k $35,000
604.467.3900
2004 F350 CREW CAB, diesel, 03 24’ Salem 5th whl. trailer, both mint cond., too many things to list. Will sell separate. Trailer $7,900 or both for $25,000 obo.Call 604-812-1278.
2011 EVER-LITE 27RB
7 Days/Week
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
2006 Chev Trailblazer, 4WD, 107kms, immac cond. sunroof, fully equip. $10,000 obo. 604-309-4001.
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TRUCKS & VANS
1989 F-150 LONG BOX. Reg. cab, canopy, CD player, brake control hitch, V8, auto, Aircared. Exc. cond. $1,900. obo. 604-308-9848 1992 GMC pick up, V8-305, 235,891 km, very clean, well maintained. $3500 obo. 604-793-8701
Daul pane windows, fully enclosed-heated tanks, awning, 20” LCD TV. AM/FM/CD/DVD $27,995 (Stk.30970) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
2008 SALEM T25FLSL
05 ACURA RSX pristine condition. 44,000 km economical/dependable, sporty, lady driven, 5 spd. loaded. $14,700 obo. 604-538-2239. W. Rk. 1998 MERCEDES E320, 4 dr, auto, fully loaded, 80K, local, no accid, $7800 obo. Call: (778)881-1216 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA, silver, a/c, 5 spd, no accidents, exc cond, $6375. Call: (604)599-0170
604-328-0081
Electric slide out, create a breeze fan, stabilizer jacks & microwave. $15,995 (Stk.30852A) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
1994 ROADTREK, 190 Vesatile, Class B, Dodge Ram 350 1 ton chasis, 57,000 kms. No smoking or pets. Totally equipped incl. Onan generator. Asking $18,000. (604)859-6335
2000 CHEVY VENTURE VAN. SWB. A/C, 20 K per year. 6 pass. AirCrd. $2,650. Call 604-465-5131 2004 GMC SLT 2500HD crew cab, duramax diesel, 82,000k. Immac. $35,000 in extras. Pictures avail. $25,500. Call 604-858-4878.
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2595 Barnet Hwy
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2 BLOCKS WEST OF COQUITLAM CENTRE NEXT TO TIM HORTON’S
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