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Mundy Park plan dropped Parks committee says residents spoke up By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS

A forest adventure playground in Coquitlam? Maybe one day. Eco-tourism in Mundy Park? Never. That’s the recommendation Coquitlam council will have next Monday as it seals the fate for a business to build zip lines, ladders and swings in part of Mundy’s tree canopy. The city parks committee unanimously voted down the proposal Monday after the city received a record number of responses to an online forum on the topic. The online discussion held this summer drew 700 responses while 600 surveys were completed and 196 written comments were posted. From the survey, 88% were opposed to a forest playground while 89% rejected Mundy Park as the location for such a business. “This was a very emotional issue for many citizens,” Lori MacKay, the city’s general manager of parks, recreation and cultural services, told the committee Monday. According to the feedback, critics want Mundy untouched and don’t want a commercial enterprise in the park. Still, supporters of the proposal liked the idea of youth being active in a natural setting and having a local eco-tourism site. City staff asked the committee to put the proposal on the backburner until 2012 — after next year’s civic election.

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Students at Port Coquitlam’s Terry Fox secondary opened the school year with a refresher course on their namesake and a vow to continue his cancer fight. See story, page 5

PoCo sends out 120 bear tickets By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS

A jump in the number of bear sightings in Port Coquitlam has prompted the municipality’s bylaw department to issue more than 120 fines to homes on the north side of the city. The first batch of $150 tickets are being mailed out this week to homes that have failed to properly secure garTRI-CITY NEWS FILE PHOTO bage and other animal attractants. Dan Scoones, PoCo’s bylaw services manager, told The TriCity News that while the city’s education efforts have been successful, some homeowners continue to contravene the bylaws. PHOTOS BY JENNIFER GAUTHIER/THE TRI-CITY NEWS

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Education first Homes for Good targets priority; now, blocked by provincial regs enforcement

By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS

It was supposed be a permanent solution to end homelessness in the Tri-Cities and set an ambitious goal of housing 40 people by the end of 2010. But close to one year after Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore launched his Homes for Good Society, bureaucratic hurdles have kept the organization from housing anyone. The society, which plans to use private donations to help bridge the gap between welfare’s $375 housing allowance and actual market rates, hit a roadblock earlier this year. Welfare regulations stipulate that if anyone other than the provincial government subsidizes a person’s rent, the amount the person on assistance receives every month will be reduced. The extra income would also make a person on social assistance ineligible for many of the mental health and addiction services offered to them. “If we gave them a rent subsidy, they would start to pass certain thresholds of income,” Moore told The Tri-City News. “Revenue Canada would see that as income... and they would no longer qualify for many of the services they receive.” He said the Homes for Good Society is working with the provincial government and BC Housing to try to remove some of the barriers to implementing its housing-first strategy. That method, which has been successful in places such as Toronto and Portland, Oregon, seeks to match people with market housing, whether it be a basement suite or an apartment. Once a person is housed, it is believed that they can then begin to address some of the issues that

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A society started by Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore has run into roadblocks in achieving its goal of finding long-term housing for 40 homeless people by the end of this year. have led them to be homeless. More than $500 per month is necessary, according to Moore’s calculations, in order to top up a welfare recipient’s housing allowance enough to afford market housing. He added that there are people, landlords and businesses in the Tri-Cities that are ready to provide money but until the issues with the provincial government are resolved, no fundraising can take place. “It has been frustrating that it has taken so long,” Moore said. “It is a process that we are required to go through and once we have it figured out, it will work for the long term.”

The society will have to revise its goals of housing 10 people by the end of March 2010 and another 30 by the end of the year. But despite the delays, Moore said he remains optimistic the program will be able to move forward in the coming months. “We are now working with BC Housing to overcome some of these barriers,” he said. “This fall, we will start to see and have the ability to place people into homes.” A representative from the Ministry of Housing and Social Assistance did not return requests for an interview by The Tri-City News’ deadline Tuesday. gmckenna@tricitynews.com

Healthier foods at PoCo sites City recreation facilities will more prominently feature less fatty, sugary foods By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Finding a salty bag of chips or a sugary soda at a Port Coquitlam civic facility will be a bit more difficult after city council passed a healthy food policy Monday. The policy will see healthier choices offered at concession stands and vending machines in city facilities while the number of unhealthy products will be reduced. “It is incumbent on the city to help bring about healthy choices,” said Coun. Brad West, who chairs PoCo’s healthy community committee. “The policy will also ensure that healthy options are more prominently displayed.” Many residents live in an environ-

ment where they are constantly exposed to unhealthy food choices, said a city staff report, adding that foods that are high in sugar and unhealthy fat and low in fibre are contributing to an obesity problem across the country. Currently, only 13% of all items sold at civic facilities fall under the province’s “choose most” or “choose sometimes” food categories while 87% of food and beverages fall under the “choose least” or are not recommended at all. The new policy will ensure that a minimum of 75% of all beverage products and 70% of all food products offered at civic concession stands and in vending machines will fall under the “choose most” or “choose sometimes” categories. Healthy food will be more prominently displayed and educational materials outlining why certain foods are better for someone’s health will also be distributed to residents. The city hopes its policy will set a standard for the rest

of the community to follow, the report said. Larry Gustafson, a medical health officer with the Fraser Health Authority, applauded Port Coquitlam’s efforts. He pointed to research showing that changing the food environment is an effective way of encouraging healthy food choices. “We want to make the healthy choice the easy choice,” he told councillors during Monday night’s meeting. “Research has shown people are more likely to eat foods that are easier to access.” Other Fraser Health Authority research shows that less than half of the residents living in the north Fraser area eat the recommended five fruits or vegetable servings per day. Gustafson also noted that Canada is ranked fifth out of 34 countries in child obesity. Coquitlam council passed a similar policy regarding food sold in city facilities in 2006. gmckenna@tricitynews.com

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Neighbours help catch five suspects With plenty of help from Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam residents, local Mounties nabbed five suspects in a break-in Saturday morning in the Cape Horn area. Neighbours called police after they saw the five men breaking open the front door of a home in the 2000-block of Palliser Avenue. When Coquitlam RCMP officers arrived, the suspect vehicle, a white pick-up truck stolen in Kamloops, left with three of the suspects on board. The two left behind were arrested immediately. The truck was eventually dumped in the Citadel Heights area of PoCo, where a police dog picked up the scent and located two more suspects nearby. The last suspect was arrested after somebody noticed a suspiciouslooking character hiding in a garbage bin near the original location. All five suspects were remanded in custody over the weekend and are scheduled to appear in court this week to face charges of possession of stolen property, break and enter and breaches of probation; one man also had a warrant out for his arrest stemming from a Vancouver charge of breach of conditions. The men are from throughout the Lower Mainland and are between 20 and 31 years of age. “With several police cars responding to the call, the residents of the area were essential,� said Cpl. Bert Paquet in a release. “By continually communicating updates to police and providing suspect descriptions, without placing themselves at risk, they were key to the successful apprehension of the five suspects.� spayne@tricitynews.com

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he 1,622 students at Terry Fox secondary in Port Coquitlam wrapped up their first week of the school year Friday with a refresher on their school’s namesake — and a vow to carry on his dream to raise money for cancer research. Leadership teacher Dean Whitson told The Tri-City News after last Friday’s assembly he and his 60 students will rally the Grade 9s to 12s, their parents and staff to reach a June 2011 target of $30,000 for the Terry Fox Foundation to mark the 30th anniversary of the Terry Fox Run, to be held this year on Sunday, Sept. 19. Though the leadership class “is in the brainstorming stages right now,” Whitson said some fundraising ideas include Twoonies for Terry days and class competitions. “With $30,000, I know it’s a lofty goal but we’ve raised $20,000 and $25,000 in the past,” he said, “so I know that we can do it. This is a special year.” The campaign started last Friday with Fox alumnus Greg Moore, PoCo’s mayor, delivering a speech about the legacy of Fox, whom he described as the “greatest Canadian hero.” Moore, whose father Bruce Moore coached Fox and taught at PoCo high and Terry Fox secondary for 35 years, said people around the world are inspired by the city’s hometown hero. Before his talk at the school, Moore said he met with a delegation from Korea that knew about Fox’s 1980 Marathon of Hope and “they felt they had a connection with this community and it was because of Terry Fox.” Moore also presented the trailer to the new Steve Nash biography, titled Into the Wind, which will air on TSN2 Sept. 19. Students were transfixed as they watched a large screen hanging from the gym ceiling, showing images of Fox’s cross-country odyssey. As a sign of support, school staff — including some who hadn’t been born when Fox did his Marathon of Hope — also sported the blue 30th anniversary Fox Run T-shirts for the day. “Here we are, 30 years later, and still fighting the disease,” Moore concluded. “We need to keep going to keep Terry’s vision going, to keep the dream alive.”

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More park okayed By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS

A west Coquitlam neighbourhood that’s about to see a major upheaval with rapid transit will have a bit more green space. On Monday, city council added 0.2 acres to Oakdale Park by converting a vacant city-owned lot previously zoned as residential into parkland. The park is located between North Road and Tyndall Street. Elizabeth Croft of the Oakdale Heritage Society said the city property is indistinguishable from the rest of the park and has been used by children for many years for sleigh rides in the winter. Before Monday’s public hearing, the city received nine letters supporting the rezoning and official community plan change for 639 Tyndall St. “None of us knew it was [zoned] residential,” a long-time Oakdale resident told council before it unanimously approved the expansion. Burquitlam and Oakdale, a community largely made up of single-family homes located west of North Road and north of Como Lake Avenue, is feeling the pinch of redevelopment, especially with the Evergreen Line expected to be built soon from Lougheed Town Centre and up North Road to Port Moody, then on to Coquitlam Town Centre. “Our cor ner of Coquitlam does not have enough green space and our density is increasing; we need to carve out

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C o q u i t l a m To w n Centre residents having to contend with pile driving for new highrises may soon get some relief. Coun. Brent Asmundson said the engineering committee he chairs is working with city engineers and planners to lessen the constant thump by contractors. “It’s an issue that we have been aware of for some time now,” he said at Monday’s council meeting. “We don’t have an answer at this time but we are working on it.” Jim McIntyre, Coquitlam’s general manager for planning, said city staff are looking at best practices by other municipalities to mitigate the noise and vibration from the heavy machines. New technology is being developed for pile driving

and advances are being made in reducing noise. The city has also asked contractors to start later on weekends, he said. Build-out of the Town Centre core is expected for many years, McIntyre said. Coun. Selina Robinson said staff and councillors have received a lot of complaints. She suggested the city stop pile driving during certain hours but Asmundson said that would only extend the number of pile driving days on a site. The comments came while city council considered — and later unanimously approved — second and third readings to rezone a major residential and commercial development at Glen Drive and Pinetree Way, south of city hall. Cressey Development plans 169 one- and twobedroom condos in a highrise at 3004-3010 Glen Dr., plus six groundlevel commercial units and a nine-storey office tower with two groundlevel commercial spaces. jwarren@tricitynews.com

Green chat A sustainability dialogue on the topic of the green economy will be held in Coquitlam next Wednesday, Sept. 22. Org anized by Metro Vancouver, the meeting will discuss the definition and value of promoting the green economy as a way of shifting the region toward a healthy, prosperous and more sustainable economy. There will be two speakers as well as lunch, to be held at the Executive Plaza Hotel from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Bob Williams, director of the Van City Credit Union board of directors; and Bernie Magnan, chief economist and assistant managing director of the Vancouver Board of Trade. To register and to learn more about Metro Vancouver sustainability dialogues and other public events, go to www. m e t r o v a n c o u v e r. org. Use the search bar to search for “out reach.”

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he road has been long and riddled with potholes but homeless people living in the Tri-Cities must know by now that people care. The evidence is ample in the dozens of volunteers who help out at the three food banks each week; the coat, food and care package drives that take place each winter; and the temporary church shelters that have been in place for several years. Politicians and property owners have come a long way since homelessness was first identified in the region. From apprehension to acceptance, the community has come to understand the need for a permanent shelter and a business owner is offering modular containers to set up a temporary shelter until a permanent one is built. This is an amazing development and much of the credit goes to Rob Thiessen, whose Hope for Freedom Society has done such a good job running the temporary shelters and reaching out to homeless people. The group has a high success rate in getting people off the street and Thiessen has done an outstanding job in mobilizing community support, with the help of the Tri-Cities Homeless Task Group. Thiessen now believes the community could even be tapped to cover $1 million in operating costs for a permanent shelter so it could get it built sooner. He may be right. People are tired of waiting for the government to act and may be willing to reach deep in their pockets. The Salvation Army is a good model because it relies on fundraising and some of that money goes to shelters. But despite the good intentions and excellent track record of such private entities, funding a homeless shelter is really the job of government and there is a danger in relying too heavily on community fundraising. Good causes come and go and support for them tends to ebb and flow with the economy, trends and the commitment of those at the helm. Should the community get involved and cover some of the costs? Absolutely. But in the end, a full-time shelter needs stable funding— government funding.

Savages in the bush leave their garbage behind AS I SEE IT Andrew Holota

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resh, clean water the colour of jade. Craggy peaks and icy, gushing streams. Clear night skies dusted with millions of stars. That’s the magic and majesty of the B.C. outdoors. The description above could be one of a thousand spots but, in this case, it’s the north end of Harrison Lake. My wife and I spent a couple of days kayaking this beautiful body of water and its farthest reaches, where only a handful of boaters venture, even fewer paddlers, and — sorry to spoil the idyllic imagery — an abundance of trash-strewing party-animals. Human pigs, to be more descriptive. It’s an ugly, consistent factor in Beautiful B.C.: Where there are roads, there are slobs in vehicles who regard the outdoors as nothing more than a place to yee-hah and get stupid-drunk.

It was a reconnaissance trip for us to find launch points for future excursions with family and friends. There are several points along the west side of the lake where there’s road access to the water and spots to camp. And in each one of them, there was a disgusting mountain of trash. People had simply driven away from their beer cans and booze bottles, abandoning bags of refuse, food scraps and packaging, ripped clothes, busted chairs and broken glass. There was even the proverbial kitchen sink — actually, a plastic laundry tub heaped with empties. The party was over. No need to clean up. Who cares? Hey, it’s only the boonies, where you can walk 10 feet away from the tent and defecate — if you make it that far. Why bother to even bury it? After all, bears don’t. They don’t mind the trash, either. Nor do the raccoons and crows. They tear it apart and scatter it even further. In fact, those bears will likely be coming back to where they found garbage — bad news for the next batch of campers, who

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might find themselves on the wrong side of a hungry bruin. Those responsible for this are worse than disgusting. You hardly fit the label of “civilized.” We know your type because we’ve seen you. You are usually young, in your late teens or early 20s. You scream and yell profanities. Your music can be heard miles away. You appreciate absolutely nothing of the natural surroundings. If the road isn’t too rough, you drive cars but, mostly, you’re in trucks, sullying the reputation of those of us who also use four-wheel-drive vehicles to get into the outback but treat it as a precious place to be respected. One of the spots on the lake to which we paddled could only otherwise be reached by an extremely rough road, beyond the capability of ordinary 4x4s. That means whoever drove away from the appalling mess of garbage did so in special off-road trucks or ATVs. Couldn’t find any room in your fancy rigs to

take out all the trash you hauled in, eh guys? Left it for someone else to drag out, right? And who might that be? The two of us in our kayaks? We took out our own garbage, thanks. One small Ziploc bag containing a couple of flattened cans, some packaging and a handful of orange peels. It’s called notrace camping. I know that’s an alien concept to the party savages. They leave their mark on the outdoors like a dung heap in the middle of someone else’s living room. It would be absolutely delightful to come in after you leave, pick up all of your filth, take it to your homes and throw it all onto your front steps, or, better yet, your beds. Isn’t that nice? How’s it feel to have your space used as a trash can? That’s what you’re doing to the outdoors, which is our space, too. Andrew Holota is editor of the Abbotsford News, a Black Press sister paper of The Tri-City News.

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HST referendum and recall, and the alternatives The Editor, Re. “Majority vote enough to repeal HST” (www.tricitynews.com, Sept. 13). First we are bilked $2 billion in HST tax transfers to big business at the expense of the electorate and now Gordon Campbell’s government is going to have a nonbinding referendum next year at a cost of $30 million more of our money. The premier and his sheep are so gutless that they will avoid at all costs revealing in the legislature their non-support for B.C.’s citizens with a free vote. As a result, British Columbians’ ire has reached a feverish pitch never seen before as we observe their arrogance in ignoring the public will. Our trust was already

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Anti-HST campaigners Chris Delaney of Port Coquitlam and Bill Vander Zalm. at an all-time low. This latest travesty just puts their credibility at zero and our resolve to recall these so-called Liberals escalates higher and

higher as our anger festers and grows exponentially. I venture that this ongoing act of betrayal will ensure that the 50%

threshold to recall these MLAs will be surpassed in a flash as the populace stampedes to rid themselves of this dictatorship.

The Editor, I would like to preface my comments by stating that for many years I was a staunch and fervent NDP and union supporter. I detested Gordon Campbell and the BC Liberals for who they were and what they stood for. Fortunately, I lost my delusional, idealistic vision of life under the reins of the NDP after the Glen Clark regime and the emergence of Carol James. It began with the Fast Cat Ferries, a $460-million debacle. Then a huge debt was inherited by the BC Liberals when they came to power.

Premier Campbell’s downfall with the HST is in the fact he wasn’t up front with us. Like it or not, taxes are a necessary evil, unquestionably crucial to financing and funding every aspect of our society: health care, highways, infrastructure, education, public transit, etc. Most politicians do not give us, the taxpayer/voter, enough credit when it comes to understanding and the big picture. Wouldn’t it have been much simpler and less painful to everyone involved if Premier Campbell had explained that we have two choices: the HST to finance and maintain the status quo or no HST and make some huge cutbacks on services, programs and construction projects? Heralded as an oner-

ous and egregious tax by the opposition, media and Bill Vander Zalm, the HST has one aspect that may be considered a leveller of the playing field: It is non-discriminatory in that it affects each and every one of us equally, rich and poor (unlike income tax). If the NDP gets into power, and I despair at the thought, Ms. James will either have to have a magic wand or a genie who is going to grant her three wishes, otherwise she and her party have not put forth any other options or solutions. They won’t cut taxes — no government ever does. And contrary to the ideology of the NDP, social programs, labour unions and welfare programs do not stimulate the economy. Neil Swanson, Coquitlam

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School District 43 is exploring options for rebuilding Centennial secondary school and is asking the public for help in making a decision. And the first meeting on the issue is set for tonight (Wednesday). Assistant superintendent Dan Derpak said there are advantages and disadvantages to two possible locations for the school and he wants neighbours and parents to help decide which is best. “We’re giving both sites equal opportunity and we’re going to allow them to measure their thinking based on the criteria that are essential to make the decision,” Derpak said. Two meetings are planned to get comment on two possible locations for the $49-million school, which will house a neighbourhood learning centre and replace existing facilities such as the current teaching kitchen, shop and theatre. It will be a smaller building than the current Centennial and will be built for 1,250 students. Opening is set for sometime in 2014, with construction to start in January 2012. One option is to build the school on the southwest corner of the existing Centennial property and the other is to build it on district-owned property at Porter Street and King Albert Avenue, between Como Lake middle school and Blue Mountain Park. Derpak said the current Centennial site poses construction constraints. For example, there is a natural gas pipeline running through the property, reducing the size of the parcel available for building, and construction would have to take place while students are in school because there are too many of them and too many speciality programs for them to be relocated temporarily. The other location, known as the Winslow site, offers a variety of options, Derpak said, although there are neighbourhood concer ns about traffic and transit. The public will be asked to weigh the pros and cons of both properties at meetings tonight (Sept. 15) at Centennial and Sept. 22 at Winslow Centre. Both meetings will start at 7 p.m. and will involve explanations from the architects and group discussion. Derpak said feedback will be compiled in a report for a board meeting in October. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

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MacKay said the parks department is short-staffed and in the midst of updating the city’s master parks plan, its “number one priority.” Committee members said they would consider a forest playground proposal after the master parks plan is complete in two years, and after a broader discussion about the future of eco-tourism in Coquitlam. But given the heated input over the summer, they wanted Mundy Park off the table. “This has split the community like I’ve never seen before,” Coun. Lou Sekora said. “It didn’t split the community, it mobilized it,” Coun. Selina Robinson retorted. “I just don’t want to go through this again... We heard you: Mundy Park is not going to be developed for this kind of activity — now or in the future.” “We heard the public. The overwhelming voice is for preserving Mundy Park,” said Coun. Neal Nicholson, who moved the motion to drop Mundy from the proposal. But Coun. Doug Macdonell, the committee chair, said eco-tourism opportunities need to be explored and added, “I don’t want to give the impression that we’re opposed” to a forest playground. Macdonell also pointed out council was unanimous in seeking public input during the holiday months — a move largely criticized by residents. Yesterday, Tom Benson, chief “experience” officer of Wildplay Ltd., a Victoria-based company that was approached by Coquitlam staff to pitch forest playground plans to the city, said Coquitlam isn’t the only municipality where his business wants to set up. “Our goal is to establish ourselves solidly in the

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ICBC is installing 140 new cameras at intersections across B.C. this fall to bust red-light runners. It’s a nearly five-fold increase from the 30 existing cameras that snap the licence plates of drivers who race through lights on red, earning them $167 tickets in the mail. The $20-million upgrade will eliminate the old film cameras, which rotated through 120 targeted intersections, in favour of new digital ones that automatically transmit images of offenders’ plates to the ticket processing centre. The new cameras will remain fixed in 140 locations. ICBC isn’t yet releasing the list of target intersections, saying that will come via a government announcement later this year, when the new system is operating. But it’s a fair bet it will mean a significantly higher risk of getting caught for prolific red-light scofflaws, particularly in cities where there are already

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he’s looking pretty fit and trim for her age. Her paint is new, the flower beds are tidy and, inside, the antique furniture glows with polish and care. At 101 years old, Coquitlam’s Mackin House is very much a stately lady and this month she’ll be welcoming the community for an open house and barbecue to celebrate. There is plenty to see at the house, which is owned by the city and operated by Coquitlam Heritage Society. The wide veranda, painted Edwardian Buff to go with the era, is welcoming to visitors. At one time, says the society’s executive director, Jill Cook, the front door looked right onto King Edward Avenue, which ran down to Fraser Mills, once one of the largest mills in the British Dominion. Now, it looks out onto a small parking lot and Place des Arts. Whatever changes it has undergone, it is obvious the home — built in 1909 for Fraser Mills managers including its namesake, Henry James Mackin— was designed to be imposing to the workers and comfortable for the people who lived there. The rooms are large and the windows have pleasing views. On the first floor, there is a living room with a piano and fireplace, a dining room with a table that could easily sit 10, and an efficient kitchen with tools and implements that might have been used during the early 1900s. A polished staircase leads up to the second floor, where there is a master bedroom and a nursery as well as a grandmother’s room. All have been decorated to look as if someone just walked from the room, leaving all their important possessions behind. Visitors can see the kinds of toys the children might have played with, the clothes and nightgowns the women might have worn, the cigars the men might have smoked and the toiletry articles, including a commode, that all the residents might have used. The items aren’t original to the home but have been collected over the years by Coquitlam Heritage Society. “We’re trying to reflect life as it was 100 years ago,” explained Cook, who said some of the items have been purchased and others have been donated. In recent months, the society has acquired some new artifacts, including the antique oak dining table, a replica 1850s wood-burning stove that works and will make it easier to host teas and cookie-decorating events. Soon, there will be an arts and crafts-style couch and chairs in the living room. Cook said all the period pieces transport visitors back into time and help them un-

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Jill Cook, executive director of the Coquitlam Heritage Society, which operates Mackin House for the city of Coquitlam, says the society’s aim in opening its doors and displays to the public is to let people learn about life in the early, pioneer days of the city. Mackin House was built for Fraser Mills managers.

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houses will soon resume (for dates and the featured performer, visit www.coquitlamheritage.ca). For those who would like to know about volunteer opportunities, the society is hosting Conversation, Coffee and Cookies next Tuesday, Sept. 21 at 2 p.m. Over the years, many people have donated items or have volunteered or helped to keep Mackin House in good repair. Cook said these acts of kindness and generosity have helped add life to the house. “It’s leaving something behind as a legacy,” she said and once more people are being called upon to share their talents. Volunteers are needed to help construct a large rag rug for the living room, which would have been common in the period. Cook envisions a group of women — men, too — working at the project like neighbours would have done a century ago. Those who are interested in attending an information session are welcome to do so Sept. 23 at 2 p.m. But if you would just like to check out the

grand old home and see how she’s making out after 101 years, you are also invited to the anniversary party this Saturday, Sept. 18 from noon to 4 p.m. There will be burgers from Mr. Mike’s, cupcakes from Thrifty Foods and coffee courtesy of Starbucks. In addition, saxophonist Marlon Paulus will provide entertainment and kids can join in the crafts. Cook promises tours of the house and details on Coquitlam’s early history. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com • For more information, visit www. coquitlamheritage.ca. Mackin House Museum is located at 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam. Note: there is a lot of road construction in the area. Parking is available at Place des Arts and two blocks away at the west end of Mackin Park (enter off Brunette Avenue) but organizers ask you to share a ride, if possible.


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The innocence of summer long gone CONTINUING ADVENTURES Naomi Yorke

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he is alone in the apartment when suddenly she hears a rattling sound. There is an ominous shadow in the back window. Her heart starts to beat quickly. She can feel it pulsating and racing. She feels like her heart will leap right out of her chest. Her palms are sweating. She feels so numb and so alone. All of the others are at school. She is really alone now. She can see the shadow coming closer and the rattling of the doorknob becomes louder. She has no options and nowhere to turn. She grabs her mobile phone and tries to dial but she is paralyzed with fear. She tries to scream but her throat closes up. Then, with all her might she lets out a blood-curdling scream. She terrifies herself and the shadow. The rattle stops and the figure flees. We are students living here in a good neighbourhood. This is no skid row but a respectable enclave where professionals live next to cappuccino bars and upscale toy stores. Imagine being in this situation and imagine how it makes you feel in terms of security. Just as the school year was about to start in Chicago, my roommates and I signed up for new student orientation. We left our friend, a house guest, behind as we went to help out at school only to give her the scare of her life in our cozy little suburban apartment. Someone had tried to break in through our kitchen door as she sat in the front room. When an event like this occurs, the traumatic effects can begin to take

their toll on your comfort. Suddenly, every innocuous sound is a potential B&E. Complacency has departed — those carefree days of summer are really over. You are on edge and you have the jitters. Our thoughts and the thoughts of all of our parents turn to security, alarm systems and bars on windows. This could happen anywhere. Twice, we were robbed in our Port Coquitlam home too. People have this image of Chicago (big American city) being unsafe. But there are great neighbourhoods, like this one, where this kind of occurrence is rare. There are bad people everywhere and people who take advantage of the vulnerable and the innocent. As for me and my roommates, there is no time to be philosophical about this — we just have to spring in to action and set up a web of defence. The big, barking dog is not a viable solution for a group of full-time and hard-pressed students but recorded dog barking noises might be slightly easier. The idea of motion detector is attractive and bars on the windows are attainable. Thank you, moms, for the pepper spray and the loud, deathdefying whistle. I will carry it everywhere. I will study longer in the safe community of my school and study halls and immerse myself in research and reading. I will not let my mind wander to every bump and sound in the night. So the innocence of summer has truly ended and the year begins, on the defence. Naomi Yorke is a Port Coquitlam teenager who lived in Shanghai, China for four years, writing about her experiences twice a month for The Tri-City News. She now lives in Chicago, where she’s attending art school, and continues her column.

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Bargain books for sale at library If you’re a bargain book lover, you’ll know Coquitlam Public Library hosts branch book sales where you can find bargains to take home and treasure. During September, these book sales are operating at the blowout price of ten items for $1. Book sale tables are available at both the Poirier branch (575 Poirier St., across from Centennial secondary)

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Metro V Vancouver 2040 Shaping our future New Regional Growth Strategy released for comment Metro Vancouver has released its latest draft of the Regional Growth Strategy for comment. Metro Vancouver anticipates an additional 1 million people by the year 2040. The Regional Growth Strategy provides the long term land use planning framework for new residential and commercial development, and includes polices for the protection of industrial, conservation, recreation and agricultural lands. The new Strategy and online comment form can be found by following the Regional Growth Strategy link on the Metro Vancouver website.

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Caregivers learn to care for selves, too If you are caring for a loved one, you also have to make time to care for yourself. That’s the premise of Tri-Cities Caregivers Connections, a five-week program starting next month. If you are a caregiver (spouse, adult child, family or a friend) who is providing support to a person 50 or older, you’re eligible for the program. Join Leila Sinnen, a registered nurse, registered psychiatric nurse, educator and motivational coach at Glen Pine Pavilion in Coquitlam. Her approach will give caregivers the tools to feel rejuvenated, informed, inspired and optimistic. Caregivers will learn to: • accomplish realistic goals;

• take charge of their lives; • deal with stress and let go of negative thoughts; • communicate more effectively; • and laugh together and have fun. Potential participants are urged to register early as space is limited. The program runs once a week, 1:15 to 3:45 p.m., on Wednesdays, Oct. 6 to Nov. 3, at Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Crt. The cost is $20 per person and includes lunch. To register, call 604-927-6940. T h i s C o m m u n i t y Vo l u n t e e r Services for Seniors program is cosponsored by the cities of Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam, and Fraser Health.

Money course for women My Money, My Choices is a free course offering financial education for women. This group is designed for women survivors of violence who are working to make changes in their lives. Participants in the program, offered in partnership by the Tri-City Women’s Resource Society and Family Services of Greater Vancouver, will learn how to: • control their money instead of let-

ting their money control them; • reduce banking costs; • manage credit cards; • build a good credit history; • and free themselves from bad credit. Classes run every Friday from Oct. 1 to 22, 10 a.m. to noon. at 2420 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam. For more information or to register, call 604-941-6311. newsroom@tricitynews.com

City of Coquitlam

Traffic Pattern Changes Schoolhouse Street—from Lougheed to Lucille Starr Drive Beginning September 10, traffic on Schoolhouse Street – from Lougheed to Lucille Starr Drive, will shift to the west side with one lane in each direction. Access to business on the east will be maintained. Visit the city’s web site at www.coquitlam.ca for up to date information on construction projects.

What’s on in Coquitlam

For more information visit www.coquitlam.ca or call 604.927.3000.

Sept 19—Natural Lawn Care 15 yrs & up Join Organic Master Gardener, Catherine Dale at the Inspiration Garden as she shares the best tips & tricks for looking after your garden organically this Fall. Time: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Cost: $5.00 Barcode: 335987. Register: 604.927.4386 or www.coquitlam.ca/inspirationgarden

Sept 21—Urban Bee Keeping: Why Should I keep Bees in my Backyard? 15 yrs & up Join Eric Stromgren, one of the founders of Peace Fraser Apiaries. He will be talking about beekeeping in BC, the issues faced by beekeepers in general, and by urban beekeepers specifically, and the benefits of keeping hives in urban areas. Please note this course will be held at the Innovation Centre (next to the Evergreen Cultural Centre). Time: 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Cost: $5.00 Barcode: 334689. Register: 604.927.4386 or www.coquitlam.ca/inspirationgarden

Sept 25—Get the ‘Dirt’ on Soil! Part 1 15 yrs & up Join Organic Master Gardener, Kelly Koome of Green Earth Landscaping as he talks about the importance of organic soil in your garden. Learn a simple but effect home soil test that will give you lots of useful information about improving your soil. Mark your calendar for Get the ‘Dirt’ on Soil, Part 2 which will be held on Oct 2. Time: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Cost: $5.00 Barcode: 335988. Register: 604.927.4386 or www.coquitlam.ca/inspirationgarden

Sept 25—Turn Tired Summer Containers Into Fabulous Fall Ones! 15 yrs & up Is your summer containers starting to look fried & tired looking? Join Joan & Julieanne as they share how to convert your now sad looking summer containers into Fabulous Fall Containers in just a few easy steps! Time: 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Cost: Free Barcode: 335989. Register: 604.927.4386 or www.coquitlam.ca/inspirationgarden

Sep 26—Coquitlam Farmers Market – Best Pie In Town Contest Do you have a pie that is the envy of the town? Find out at our annual fruit pie contest. Check out our website for contest guidelines and application forms. Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Location: Dogwood Pavilion parking lot, 624 Poirier Street Admission: Free Info: 604.318.8966, www.makebakegrow.com

Road And Utility Improvements Please use alternate routes to avoid delays.

Highway Upgrades Lougheed Hwy. from North Road to Blue Mountain Barnet Hwy./Lougheed Hwy. from Port Moody border to Westwood St. Lougheed Hwy. from Schoolhouse St. to Woolridge Lougheed Hwy from Colony Farm to Pitt River Lougheed Hwy from Pitt River to Dewdney Trunk

Coast Meridian Road Closure Coast Meridian Road from David Avenue to Victoria Drive - streetworks

King Edward Overpass Project King Edward Street in Coquitlam is closed for construction between Lougheed Hwy and Woolridge Str. until Spring 2011. For a detailed map of closures and detour routes, visit www.coquitlam.ca/kingedward.

Port Mann/Highway 1 Improvement Project For details and updates, visit www.pmh1project.com

Watermain Replacement

Smith - Schoolhouse to Gatensbury Delestre - Blue Mountain to Burns Corona - 1067 to end of cul de sac (night work - weekend)

North Road at Lougheed Highway Capacity Improvement Project repaving Delestre to Lougheed laning and median changes Installation of new traffic signal at Rochester

Schoolhouse Street Improvements Lougheed Hwy to Lucille Starr Drive - April 2010 to March 2011 - Two center lanes closed—Northbound and Southbound curb lanes open.

King Edward Street Improvements Street Widening - Lougheed Hwy to Brunette Ave. - Southbound lanes closed starting July 6.

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Take a hike in park If you like a bit of fresh air and long walks in the woods, you can join the Fresh Air Hike Sept. 26 at Belcarra Regional Park. The hike will explore the wild side of the park as participants join a park interpreter from 10:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. for a guided hike from Sasamat Lake to

Give a hoot & explore You and your kids can explore the creatures of the night this Friday at Coquitlam’s Minnekhada Regional Park. As part of the Metro Vancouver Parks program Bats, Beavers and Other Night Creatures, adults and kids seven years and older will watch the forest come alive at dusk. They’ll listen for an owl’s hoot as bats swoop over a beaver lodge, and learn how these creatures find food in the dark as they spend a magical evening exploring the forest with all their senses. The pro g ram, cosponsored by Coquitlam Parks, Recreation and Culture Services, runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and costs $8 per person. Participants are urged to wear clothing suitable to the weather and bring a flashlight. They’ll meet at the Quarry Road parking lot. To register, call 604927-4386 and quote barcode 332526. To find out about other Metro Vancouver prog rams, visit the event calendar at www. metrovancouver.org.

Woodhaven Swamp. From fall fungus to remnant White Pines with foot-long cones, this challenging trail offers plenty to see. The Fresh Air Hike is for ages 13 and older; cost is $5 per person for adults, $3 for seniors and youths. Hikers are urged to wear clothing suitable

to the weather, and boots or walking shoes are recommended. They should also bring water and a snack. To register, call 604432-6359. To find out about other Metro Vancouver programs, visit the online event calendar at www.metrovancouver. org.

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People who are new to Canada face many challenges and Tri-City Women’s Resource Society is offering A Smooth Landing for women. Participants will learn how to: • enroll their children in school; • be assertive when they first meet someone; • become a Canadian Citizen; • and find a job. The classes run Wednesdays from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27, 6 to 8 p.m., at the Tri-City Women’s Resource Centre, 2420 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam. For more information or to register, call 604941-6311.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR • PoCo Heritage and Cultural Society meets, 1 p.m., in the Gathering Place in Leigh Square, PoCo. Speaker: Bryan Ness on Back to School. Guests welcome. Info: Pippa, 604-927-7611. • 10th Coquitlam Scouts registration for Beavers, Cubs and Scouts, 6:307:15 p.m., Walton elementary school, Coquitlam. Info: Wendy, 604-944-7665. • Northeast Coquitlam Ratepayers Association AGM, 7 p.m. in Victoria Hall, corner Victoria and Soball. Speaker: Sandy Burpee of Tri-Cities Homelessness Task Group. Info: 604-941-2462.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 17 • Tri-City Singles Social Club meets, 7:30 p.m., at Royal Canadian Legion, 2513 Clark St., PoMo. TCSSC is a fun group of 40+ people who enjoy activities such as walking, theatre, dining, biking, weekend trips and more; membership: $20 a year; meetings are held on the third Friday of each month and new members are welcome. Info: tricityclub@gmail.com or Phyllis, 604-472-0016.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 18 • AGM of federal Liberal riding association for Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, 7-9 p.m., at the Gathering Place, Living Room in Leigh Square, PoCo. Everyone interested in exploring or promoting Liberal values is welcome to attend and observe, whether a member or not. Light refreshments will be served.Info: ron@ronmckinnon.ca or 778-885-3562.

MONDAY, SEPT. 20 • Tri-Cities Parkinson’s Support Group meets, 10 a.m.-noon, Eagle Ridge United Church, 2813 Glen Dr., Coquitlam. Info: Peggy, 604-461-9705. • Tri-City, Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge Newcomers Club monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St., PoCo. All women, not just those new to the area, wanting to have fun and promote new friendships are welcome to participate. In addition to the general meetings on the third Monday of each month, members participate in ongoing activity groups that meet weekly or monthly. Info: Wendy, 604-468-2423 or tricities_newcomers@ yahoo.ca.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 21 • PoCo Garden Club monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m., Trinity United Church hall, corner of Prairie and Shaughnessy, PoCo (meetand-greet happy hour begins at 7 p.m.) Speaker: Dianne Gaines from the Van Noort Bulb Co. on planting fall bulbs. There will be bulbs for sale to club members at wholesale prices. New members always welcome. Info: Marion, 604-941-9261. • Dogwood Garden Club of Coquitlam monthly meeting, 7 p.m., Centennial Room, Dogwood Pavilion. Speaker: Margaret Nakahara on floral art (how to arrange fresh flowers from your own garden). Guests welcome.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 22 • Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club stamp auction; viewing starts at 7 p.m., auction after 8 p.m. at Poirier community

centre, McGee Room, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca. or 604-941-9306.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 23 • Heritage evening, 7-8 p.m., at the Archives in Leigh Square, PoCo. This month’s theme: Rivers and Trails. Info: 604-927-7611. • Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce hosts a transportation luncheon: TransLink “Is there a silver bullet that will save the Evergreen Line?” Time: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Vancouver Golf Club, 771 Austin Ave., Coquitlam. Info, registration: 604464-2716 or www.tricitieschamber.com.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 26 • Blessing of the animals, 2 p.m., St. Clare of Assisi Church, 1320 Johnson St., Coquitlam; all pets except snakes are welcome to be blessed in a tradition dating back to the times of St. Francis in the 12th century. Donations of cash, pet food, collars, leashes, old towels and any other pet supplies will be accepted and given to a local animal shelter.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 28 • Fraser Pacific Rose Society meets, 7:30 p.m., in the Centennial Room of Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam.

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September is society’s parlour show month; Tony Denton will speak on “What judges are looking for in exhibition roses.” Public is welcome. Info: Theresa, 604-464-5022.

SENIORS • Glen Pine 50Plus group plays bridge Mondays, 12:45-3:30 p.m., Tuesdays, 9:30-11:45 a.m. at Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-927-6940. • WHO (Women Helping Others), widows and single women over 50, meets Wednesdays, 10 a.m.noon, Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: 604-464-2058. • WHO (Women Helping Others), for women who are on their own, meets Mondays, 1-3 p.m., Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam (behind city hall). Info: Kay, 604-469-5815. • The Pinetree 50Plus group is now called Glen Pine 50Plus and has moved to the new Glen Pine Pavilion (1200 Glen Pine Court, Coquitlam), where lunch is served weekdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., in the Lemon Tree cafe. An interesting program still takes place Thursdays afternoons. Info: 604-9276940.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR continued from page 25 • Alzheimer Support Group meets Burquitlam Lions Centre, 560 Sydney Ave., 7-9 p.m., last Wednesday of each month and Hawthorne Care Centre, 2111 Hawthorne Ave., PoCo, 7:30-9:30 p.m., second Thursday of each month. Info: 604-298-0780. • Caregiver support group meets second and fourth Friday of each month, Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: 604933-6098. • Monthly seniors luncheon with Jewish entertainment, Burquest Jewish Community Centre, 2680 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Coquitlam. Info: 604-552-7221 or info@burquest.org. • ABCs of Fraud, a consumer fraud prevention program for seniors, by seniors, gives free onehour presentations to seniors groups of 10 or more. Info: 604-437-1940 or ceas@telus.net. • Honeycombs, a group of people over 50 who entertain with song, dance and skits, meets Thursdays, 1 p.m., at Wilson Centre, PoCo. Performers plus prop, sound and stage hands needed. Info or show bookings: Frances, 604941-1745. • PoCo Stroke Recovery Branch would like to welcome new members; meetings are held Mondays, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Wilson Centre, PoCo. There is opportunity for speech maintenance, meeting others that have gone through the similar situation and light exercises or bocce. Info: Deanna, 604-942-2334. • Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to seniors’ concerns. Seniors’ organizations and others interested in joining, call Ernie, 604-576-9734, or email ecbayer@shaw.ca. • The Old Age

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ONGOING • St. John Ambulance volunteer medical first responders meetings held every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Tri-Cities branch, 2338 Clarke St., Port Moody. New members welcome to attend. Info: 604-931-3426 or www.sja. ca/bc. • St. John Ambulance volunteer youth cadets meetings, for people ages 6 to 21, held every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Tri-Cities branch, 2338 Clarke St., Port Moody. New members welcome to attend. Info: 604-9313426 or www.sja.ca/bc. • Northside Foursquare Church free clothing giveaway every Saturday, 1-2:30 p.m. at its Grace Campus, 2606 Kingsway, PoCo (at same time as food bank); children’s and adults’ clothing available, limits will be enforced. • Weekly thrift sales, Wednesday, noon-9 p.m.; Thursdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Trinity United church, corner of Shaughnessy Street and Prairie Avenue, PoCo. Info: 604-942-0022. • Do you enjoy meeting people who come from other countries? And sharing information about Canada while learning about others’ cultures? Help others adjust to life in Canada, improve their conversational English, and learn about the world.

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Some images from the Operation HESTIA photo exhibit on display tomorrow through Sunday in Port Coquitlam. Left: In Léogane, Haiti, Cpl. Sandie Walsh from the 5e Ambulance de campagne verifies a girl’s blood pressure. Right: In Jacmel, Cpl. Tom Pomeroy, a construction tech with the 74 Construction Troop from 4 Engineering Support Regiment, Gagetown, N.B., cuts wood to build shelters for an orphanage. Below right: In Léogane, the 3e Bataillon Royal 22e Régiment deployed a security party to a displaced persons camp during food distribution.

Photos in PoCo show work in Haiti the disaster and Canada’s response, which included more than 2,000 personnel from the army, navy and air force. They deployed hours after the quake, assisting with medical care and humanitarian aid as well as search and rescue support. “No task was too big or too small and the positive results

A photography exhibit capturing the Canadian Forces’ efforts in Haiti following a devastating earthquake earlier this year will be on display in Port Coquitlam this week. The Leigh Square Community Arts Village is hosting Commander Josee Kurtz, who will reflect on

achieved are a testament to the flexibility and agility of Canada’s sailors,” Kurtz said in a press release. Images of the effort were captured by military photographers as part of the Combat Camera initiative. Kurtz will share her experiences with Operation HESTIA during a presentation at Leigh Square

Thursday, Sept. 16 at 4 p.m. The exhibit will run through Sept. 19.

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Glee fever hits Tri-Cities By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS

It’s one of the most critically acclaimed shows on T.V. And, this week, dozens of young Tri-City singers and dancers will emulate the program’s performers. Glee, a musical comedy-drama series on Fox that began last year, has inspired staff at both Place des Arts and the Lindbjerg Academy in Coquitlam to set up similar show choirs this fall. The Glee Club at Place runs Thursdays (beginning tomorrow) and is led by voice teacher Gina Oh for 11- to 16-year-olds while the Lindbjerg Academy has two courses starting Friday, led by classical pianist Sean Bayntun: The Glee’bls is for tweens aged 11 to 14 and the Glee’teens is for students 14 and older. Chad Matchette, co-owner and artistic director of Lindbjerg, said the first hour of the Glee’teens’ two-hour class will cross over with the younger show choir. “The school wanted to try to give the kids the experience of working with other ages,” he said. “It brings them closer together.” Like the T.V. program, which centres on a fictional Ohio high school club called “New Directions,” Lindbjerg students will have input on the vast repertoire — pop, rock and musical theatre, for example — as well as costumes. And they will perform at three academy events before their course ends in June. In the past, Lindbjerg students have showcased their talents at community events like the Golden Spike Days and at the CP Rail holiday train festivities in Port Moody. However, the new Glees “will be our front and centre group now,” Matchette said. “We want to get them before as many different experiences, performance-wise, as possible. They will be the ones representing outside of the academy.” If successful, Matchette said the Blue

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Kaitlyn Schlappner performs a number with members of her Glee class at Place des Arts, which is offering a Glee Club program starting tomorrow (Thursday). The Lindbjerg Academy is also jumping on the Glee train with two courses starting Friday, with Glee’bls (ages 11 to 14) and Glee’teens (14+). Mountain Street academy may fly the choirs to Disneyland in the 2011-’12 season to put on a show during the California park’s offseason. In the United States, the cost to participate in Glee clubs — travel, outfits, etc. — can take a toll on parents. Matchette cited the example of the John Burroughs high school

group that performed “Vogue” by Madonna on the Oprah Winfrey show last year, where members donned ballgowns, fans, wigs and heavy makeup. “In the States,” he said, “the production values are over the moon. But we’re not looking to do anything like that, especially in our first year.

“It’s about the songs, the dance and the performance.” • Space is limited. To register, call 604-4212100 or visit www.lindjbergacademy.com. To sign up for the Place des Arts’ Glee club, call 604-664-1636 or register at www.placedesarts.ca. jwarren@tricitynews.com

Best’s drama teacher armed with NYC degree By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Nicole Roberge isn’t here. Not in Coquitlam. Not in B.C. Not even in Canada. In body, she’s at Dr. Charles Best secondary, filling in for drama coach Brad Case,

who is temporarily away. But, in mind and spirit, Roberge, or “Coco” as she’s fondly known by her former theatre students, is still in New York City — or rather at New York University, where four months ago she graduated with her Master’s degree in performance studies from the Tisch School of the Arts, a dream

she’s had since she was 12. Flash back to last April, when Roberge was in full production mode at Pinetree secondary school for The Wedding Singer. She was half-way through an interview with this newspaper when she admitted she was in shock: she had just learned she was one of the last 40 people to be accepted

to the prestigious school. Last June, Roberge took a year-long sabbatical from School District 43, jumped on a plane and landed in the Big Apple on her 34th birthday, bunking for a month with an see ROBERGE, O G , page g 34

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NYC friend and her toddler. Two days later, Roberge was sitting in class with scholars and artists — actors, musicians, dancers, curators, critics, directors — from around the world. “It was so surreal,� she remembered. It wasn’t easy. The first three weeks are what they call “boot camp�: graduate students are expected to attend lectures by day and read hundreds of papers by night. “I thought, ‘I’m in the wrong place. I’ve been out of school too long.’ But I found out later that everyone was feeling similarly.� The next month, she moved to Brooklyn and settled into a routine and the NY arts scene. The condensed, year-long program at NYU transformed Roberge. She produced and was published. She critiqued 50 plays. She staged events (including a reinvention of experimental dance from the 1960s) and spoke at universities. And she sucked up the words of Richard Schechner, an American performance studies legend whose books Roberge had previously read (one of his classes that Roberge attended was filmed for a documentary). “He was my mentor,� she said, adding, “I loved, loved, loved being a grad student.� This past May, Roberge had

The Coquitlam Foundation’s Annual Fall Gala ala featuring stand-up comic Steven Wright. JENNIFER GAUTHIER/THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Former Pinetree secondary drama coach Nicole “Coco� Roberge is back from the Big Apple — complete with a Master’s degree in performance studies from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. She’s currently filling in at Dr. Charles Best secondary in Coquitlam.

The fun starts at 5:30 pm with a silent auction, refreshments, appies & more!

10 minutes to defend her thesis, which she titled “An Argument for Perfor mance Studies Intervention in the High School Classroom.� Eight of her friends and family flew out to see her graduate at Madison Square Garden. “I cried when I got the degree,� she said. This summer, Roberge interned at the Hemispheric Institute for Performance and Politics in Manhattan and presented on the reinvention of experimental performance at several conferences in NYC. Now, at Best secondary, she

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confesses her return hasn’t been easy but she’s got projects to keep her busy until she’s back in New York. Next month, she’ll be speaking at the Association of BC Drama Educators conference in Vancouver and, in November, in Seattle at the Association of Theatre in Higher Education conference. She sees herself as a bi-coastal artist and educator. “I’ve evolved,� she said, “and I like to pass that on to students: You can have dreams and you can achieve them.� jwarren@tricitynews.com

Then, take your premium seats for Wright’s 8 pm show. Tickets are $150, with all proceeds going to the Foundation’s community charities.

Date:Friday, October 22, 2010 Time: 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Location: Red Robinson Theatre Tickets: 604.468.9598 or info@coquitlamfoundation.com

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An event celebrating the foodie in all of us; samplings from popular local restaurants, food and beverage makers, cookbook authors, retailers, artisans and many others from the culinary world will come together for an evening of fun at the beautiful Red Robinson Show Theatre

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ARTS CALENDAR Evergreen Cultural Centre, featuring a free salsa class at 7 p.m. and DJ Alberto at 8 p.m. Admission is $10/$12 at the door. Visit hotsalsadancezone.com. • The Jane Appleby Art Gallery (957 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam) hosts a handson outdoor painting demo Sept. 26, noon to 3 p.m. Visit janeappleby.com.

FILM/THEATRE • Royal Canadian Theatre Company’s No Sex Please, We’re British (panto) is at the Evergreen Cultural Centre Sept. 21 to 25 at 8 p.m. with a 4 p.m. show Sept. 25. A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline, an Arts Club on Tour production, runs Oct. 26 to 30. Visit www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca for tickets. • $elf Help, featuring Tri-City actors Joanne Giampa and Joyce Gillespie and producer Lisa Bouman, is at the Act Theatre (11944 Haney Pl., Maple Ridge) Sept. 22-25 at 8 p.m. and 2 p.m. Sept. 25. Tickets are $20/$18, 2-for-1 Sept. 22. Visit www. theactmapleridge.org. • Table 23 improv performances Wednesdays, 8 p.m., Gallaghers at Newport Village, PoMo.

MUSIC • Dogwood Songsters new season welcoming new members. No audition required. Call 604927-6098. • Unplugged at the Crossroads Coffeehouse features Bugsy Jive (southern rock/roots and blues) Sept. 24, The Cluster Bs (guitar/banjo/ mandolin) Oct. 1 and Lynn Canyon Band (acoustic roots/folk) Oct. 15. Doors open at 7 p.m., open stage at 7:30 p.m. and feature performer at 9 p.m. at the Gathering Place at Leigh Square. Admission $5. • Off the Grid Improvised Music Series runs Sept. 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Gathering Place at Leigh Square. • Songcology, the choir of courage for cancer patients, led by Diane Lines and Carol Sirianni. All levels welcome Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at 1198 Falcon Dr., Coquitlam. Contact 604-942-8189 or songcology@gmail.com. • Singers g wanted for Les Échos du Pacifique. Visit lesechosdupacifique. com or call 604-266-4699. • Coastal Sound Music offers music learning for kids aged 4+ and teenagers. Visit www.coastalsoundmusic.com for info.

Place aims for a Pepsi grant Place des Arts needs your vote every day until Oct. 3 to help the organization win a $10,000 Pepsi Refresh Grant. The grant would boost the Place des Arts endowment fund, which funds scholarships and bursaries for young artists in music, dance, drama and art. All they need is for people to follow the link http://pep.si/cDzqFR to see Place des Arts’ application and to add their vote every day until Oct. 3. The top three organizations in the $10,000 category will be awarded the grant.

• Award-winning children’s choir seeks singers. Email diana@coastalsoundmusic.com for audition information. • Coastal Sound Adult Choir accepting new singers for September startup. No audition. Call 604469-5973 or visit www. coastalsoundmusic.com.

VISUAL ART • Leigh Square Community Arts Village features The Legacy of Terry Fox, highlighting the impact of the Terry Fox Run on people’s lives; Colourwheels Exhibit Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion, celebrating artistic expression of artists with spinal injuries to Sept. 20. Visit www.portcoquitlam. ca/arts or call 604-9278441 for details. • Port Moody Arts Centre presents Dan Scott - Stories Without Words, oil on canvas; TriCity Potters, clay; Francis King McFarlane - Kauaian Eye, drawings; Margaret Matsuyama - you and me,

ceramic, Sept. 9 to Oct. 9. Visit pomoartscentre.ca. • Evergreen Cultural Centre features Doris Auxier, Suzanne Nortcott, Jeff Warren, Exploring protected sites of the Langley Bog and Colony Farm to Sept. 18. Running Sept. 24 to Nov. 13: Amy Loewan, Illuminating Peace. Opening reception Sept. 26, 4 to 6 p.m. Visit www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca or 604-927-6555. • Place des Arts features Cameron MacDonald - Catch of the Day, ink drawings/mixed media; Dawn Emerson - Without Mind, mixed media to Oct. 9. Artists wanted for Positively Petite exhibition running Nov. 18 to Dec. 17. Deadline for entry is Oct. 13. Visit placedesarts.ca. • Wallflowers and Beyond Gallery (1320 Kingsway Ave., PoCo) features Maple Ridge artist Linzy Arnott - Birds of a Feather. Check wallflowersandbeyond.com for info. • Other venues: PoCo city hall (Art Focus artists Sherry Carroll, Eunice

Hodge); PoMo Library (Sarah Ronalds & students - photography); Terry Fox Library (Olivia Queiroz, paintings); VanCity at Suter Brook (Denise Dupre, acrylics). • Call for artists to display their work at: Terry Fox Library, contact 604927-7999; at PoMo Library, contact 604-469-4692. • Chanukah Menorah design competition and auction call for artists (Jewish and nonJewish) to examine the Celebration of Light. Deadline Oct. 25 for exhibition Nov. 13 to Jan. 9, 2011. Visit burquest.org. • The Evergreen Cultural Centre seeks volunteers for daytime visual arts programs. Call 604-9276561 or volunteer@evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

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MOVING Time to vote for Cdn. books PlUg CYCLING Pleez FORWARD Two months ago the Port Moody Library invited library members to choose their three favourite works of Canadian fiction. Nominations have been tabulated and the short listed titles are Three Day Road d by Joseph

Boyden, Book of Negroes by Lawrence Hill and Crow Lake by Mary Lawson. Read the top three this month and then vote for your favourite from Oct. 1 to 14 at the library’s special polling station or online at www.library.

portmoody.ca. The library has purchased extra copies of each book; they’re available for a one-week loan period so everyone will have the opportunity to read them. The winner will be announced on Oct. 25 during Canadian Library Month.

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Peter (Jarrod Terell) and his new wife Frances (Becky Hachey) can’t get a word in with good-time girl Susan (Nicole Smashnuk) running things in No Sex Please, We’re British.

No Sex Please at Evergreen By Alex Browne BLACK PRESS

The world of classic farce, English-style, plays in Coquitlam in all its door-slamming glory with the arrival of No Sex Please, We’re British, playing at the Evergreen Cultural Centre Sept. 21 to 25. It’s directed by well-known panto queen and farceur Ellie King and presented by her Royal Canadian Theatre Company. For the uninitiated, farce is a style of comedy that could best be described as an excruciating rhapsody of embarrassment — a worst-case scenario of colliding situations that spiral out of control as hapless characters desperately attempt to cover their tracks and escape awkward recriminations. Long ago mastered in France, it has been practised with varying degrees of success around the globe. But there’s something about the British variant — combining, as it does national traits of stuffy formality, blushing repression and ever-percolating prurience — that only heightens the effect. And connoisseurs of the form cherish the quintessential farce moment — the deer-in-the-headlights look that signals a character’s realization that, not only has he placed himself out on a limb, but he’s succeeded in sawing through it. It’s a look one can expect to see frequently on the faces of Frances (Becky Hachey) and Peter (Jarrod Terell), a pair of young English newlyweds in the supposedly liberated but still uptight ‘70s. Peter, a conscientious assistant manager for a bank, is making a bid for promotion by inviting the bank’s manager, Bromhead (Douglas Newell), to their flat. But complications loom: Peter’s footlooseand-fancy-free mother Eleanor (Bollard) — with every intention of making a bid for Bromhead himself — plans to crash the party. Even worse: Becky, in an attempt to boost their earnings by selling luxury glassware, has entered into correspondence with a Swedish exporter. When the first shipment arrives, however, it’s distressingly clear the company has mistaken her for a client eager to import Scandinavian pornography. Peter’s nerdy colleague, Brian Runnicle (Sam Gordon), proves worse than useless in helping them dispose of the surfeit of smut, while the arrival of bank inspector Needham (Alan Cedargreen) and a police superintendent (Adrian Hughes) can only add to the chaos. Worse still, a couple of call girls (Nicole Smashnuk and Jackie Faulkner) have also, it seems, been given Frances and Peter’s address. Given King’s sure hand in directing matters farcical and fine eye in casting actors capable of being “complete idiots” — the highest approbation in her lexicon — No Sex Please, We’re British promises to be howlingly hilarious. This is Bollard’s first professional acting role, and it has taken her far from the glamourous aspect of her professional jazz singing. Not that the snooty Eleanor Hunter isn’t attempting a little glamour of her own. “She’s a social climber who has dolled herself up to win the heart of the bank manager,” she said. “Now her son is married, she thinks it’s about time she got a new partner of her own. And she’s totally oblivious to what else is going on. “But Eleanor definitely has a scary side. Not only is she trying to ensnare Bromhead, but she’s also a total bitch to her daughter-in-law.” “Make that bitch with a capital B,” she added with a chuckle. “I’ve been given a license to be that – and I’m taking full advantage of it.” • No Sex Please, We’re British runs Sept. 21 to 25. Visit www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca or call the box office at 604-927-6555 for tickets. newsroom@tricitynews.com

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Terry Fox Ravens co-coach Tom Kudaba points out instructions to his players during a practice last week for the B.C. AAA high school football squad at Terry Fox Oval. It appeared to pay off, as the Ravens knocked off the Vancouver College Fighting Irish 19-14 in an exhibition game Friday at Cunnings Field.

Idaho team socks it to Cents Ravens foil Fighting Irish By Larry Pruner THE TRI-CITY NEWS

After Idaho’s Post Falls Trojans knocked the Centennial Centaurs down to size Saturday, Ryk Piche saw nothing but growth potential for his squad from the lopsided outcome. The final was 51-6 for the American 5A squad over the defending B.C. AAA-champion Centaurs in a neutral site exhibition test in Ellensburg, Wash. One thing is certain. Don’t bet on the Cents losing by 45 this Saturday when they visit the Sands Scorpions in North Delta. “Their football’s our hockey,” said the Cents head coach Piche, who watched a Trojans’ team far larger in numbers and physical size bolt to a 24-0 first-quarter lead. “It’s a differ-

ent realm. Their quarterback was sixfoot-five and about 240 pounds. And he was mobile and threw darts. “They had two busloads of players, one for linemen alone. I’m lucky to get one busload of players for a game.” It marked the second loss in as many weekends to an American school for the Cents, who were ousted 37-15 by Washington’s Lynden Lions the previous Friday. Cents’ fleet-foot Bobby Pospischil set up and scored his team’s touchdown versus Post Falls. After returning a kick 80 yards, the quarterback subsequently darted into the end zone from seven yards out. Another “huge positive,” Piche said, was the Cents’ defence holding the talent-laden Trojans to a mere two touchdowns in the second half. “I truly believe this made our leaders now lead,” Piche said.

• Terry Fox Ravens raced to an early 13-0 lead and held of the Vancouver College Fighting Irish in a battle of B.C. AAA top-five ranked teams Friday at Cunnings Field. After forcing the Irish to three-andout in the game’s first possession, the Ravens marched 75 yards on 14 straight rushing plays, culminating when Jacob Patko plunged over the goal-line from one-yard out. Next, the Ravens’ defence forced the Irish to turn the ball over on downs and went up 13-0 when quarterback Cam Canales hit tight end Tanner White on a 15-yard scoring strike. After the Irish hit the scoreboard on a 67-yard pass-and-run play, Fox responded immediately with a 73-yard drive which Patko finished with a sixyard TD jaunt. Up 19-7 at halftime, No. 5-rated Fox fumbled twice to kill drives and allow

No. 2 College to close the game to 19-14 before the Ravens buckled down to regain control. The score may have proved tight but the statistics weren’t, as Fox ran 56 offensive plays for 340 yards and 18 first downs, compared with just 30 plays, 170 yards and a mere six first downs for the Irish. Patko finished with 129 rushing yards and two majors on 20 carries. Guillaume Leroux led the Fox defence with five solo tackles, while Ben Sharpe added four and one interception. “We faced adversity well,” Canales said. “There was no big individual effort, we played well as a team. We put in a full four quarters and we battled. When push came to shove, we made big plays.” The Ravens tangle with the New Westminster Hyacks at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Mercer Stadium.

Black Cats blast past Icebreakers in PoMo By Larry Pruner THE TRI-CITY NEWS

After a powerless season-opening performance last Thursday in Richmond, the Port Moody Black Panthers got their offence plugged in Saturday for their home debut versus the Mission Icebreakers. The Cats generated all four goals with the man advantage, including Mico Dragutinovic’s game winner with fewer than three minutes left, on way to a 4-3 victory over the Icebreakers at Port Moody Arena. The win came on the heels of the Cats’ Pacific International Jr. ‘B’

hockey league regular-season opener in Richmond, where they were drubbed 8-2. The Cats finished four-for-10 on the powerplay versus Mission after going a dismal zero-for-eight in that department against the heralded Sockeyes. “People don’t like making mistakes but I don’t mind them,” said Cats head coach Ron Johnson. “That’s how we’re going to learn. We’re here to develop kids and we want them to learn as fast as possible. But they’re going to make mistakes, as long as they don’t make the same one 10 times in a row.” Dragutinovic tallied twice for the

Cats against Mission, including the third of three PoMo goals in a threeminute span early in the third period. Until then, the Cats trailed 2-0 and pulled out the win after Mission’s Luke Venema scored unassisted with nine minutes remaining to knot the count 3-3. Other Cats’ goal-getters were captain Chris Stew and Richard Moul, who also assisted on Dragutinovic’s late-game winner. The Cats out-shot Mission 41-24, including 19-7 in the final frame. Against Richmond, the Sockeyes surged to a 3-0 lead by the midway point of the second and didn’t let up,

out-scoring PoMo 7-2 in the final two periods. Brandon Millin and Justin Dorey scored for the Cats, who next host the Grandview Steelers on Saturday at PoMo Arena, 7:45 p.m. North Delta Flyers got the early jump on the season, winning their first three games. Johnson said the Cats have the makings of a well-balanced squad, although there’s always room to improve certain areas when the need arises. “We’ll evaluate things after every five games, kind of like a bestof-seven playoff format,” he said. “We’re just trying to build the team one player at a time.”

Coquitlam Express lost in overtime Friday and employed penalty time to prevail Saturday. The Express connected on three powerplay goals to shake the host Cowichan Valley Capitals 5-3, one night after opening their B.C. Hockey League re gular seas o n with a 6-5 o ve rtime defeat to the Grizzlies in Victoria. “To get three out of four points, we’re pretty pleased as a coaching staff,” said Express head coach Jon Calvano. “I wasn’t extremely happy with our starts both games. We took some early penalties and gave up early leads, which wasn’t the smartest thing to do. But overall, we came back and played well in the second and third periods both games.” AgainstVictoria, the Express overcame a 4-2 deficit by out-scoring the Grizzlies 3-1 in the third to force extra time, where Ryan Stanimer’s goal 4:43 in gave the hosts the triumph. Brad Reid rallied Coquitlam with two goals, followed with singles by Steven Axford, Jesse Halikas and Massimo Lamacchia. In Cowichan, Lamacchia, Alex Petan and Coquitlam native Riley McIntosh scored with the man advanta g e fo r C o q u i t l a m . Reid and Destry Straight also scored. Coquitlam visits Quesnel on Friday and Prince George Saturday before their home opener Sept. 24 versus Surrey at the Sports Centre, 7 p.m.


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CONSTRUCTION OPPORTUNITIES Mission Contractors Ltd. is looking for: * Pipe Layers (5+ yrs exp.) * Top Man (2+ yrs exp.) * Equip. Operators (5+ yrs exp. mainly in pipe, trenches & under ground utilities) * Skilled Labourers (3+ yrs exp.) * Pavers (3+ yrs exp.) If you think you are the right candidate with proven track record & references, please send your resume to: Fax: 604-826-5922 or email moad@missioncontractors. com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS Service and Sales Coordinator Part time hours only (full time applicants will not be considered), 8:30 to 1:30 Monday through Friday. In addition, vacation relief full time 4 to 5 weeks per year. Duties include: customer service, dispatch service calls, process contractor invoices, pricing, preparing quotations, and general office duties. The successful applicant will have experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), strong organizational skills and customer orientated. Training will be provided. Starting Salary is between $14.00 to $16.00/hr depending on experience plus health benefits. Please submit resume to: info@atsource.ca or fax to 604-523-2920.

156

SALES

Retail Sales Professionals

@ 604-472-3042

Coquitlam

and quote the route number.

Trail Appliances, the leader in the appliance business, is looking for an inside sales professional to work in our Coquitlam location. Our ideal candidate would meet the following criteria: •

Previous experience in a professional sales environment Exceptional customer service skills Enjoy meeting new people on a daily basis Established as a Sales Superstar Understands the sales relationship cycle

• • • •

If you are interesting in a long term career as a “Sales Professional”, we would like to hear from you. Our next paid product knowledge training class begins on October 4th, 2010. Please send your resume to:

Medical Office Trainees Needed! Drs. & Hospitals need Medical Office & Medical Admin staff! No Experience? Need Training? Local Career Training & Job Placement is also Available! 1-888-7780459 NEED EXTRA INCOME? Everyday Style is looking for new Consultants in your area for our Fall-Christmas season! Visit: www.everydaystyle.com or call 1-866-378-4331 for information PHOENIX FENCE Hiring Experienced CHAIN LINK FENCE INSTALLATION FOREMAN for Edmonton Alberta operation. Full-time employment, premium wages, overtime, benefits, bonus, relocation program. Call Dale 1-800-6619847. Fax resume: 780-447-2512. Email dzaps@phoenixfence.ca. SERVICE TECH OVER HEAD DOOR CO. in Surrey is looking for an Industrial door service tech. Must have exp. or be a construction jack of all trades. Fax resume to 604-888-8828 or call 604-888-6116 SHOP FOREMAN REQUIRED for overhead door company in Surrey. Training will be provided. Mechanical aptitude is a must. Fax resume to: 604-888-8828.

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

Full& Part time Cooks(exp) Kitchen Help, Experience preferred but will train

Fun Place to Work!

SOCRATES GREEK TAVERNA

#19-20691 Lougheed Hwy. Apply within after 4 pm with resume NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE LINE COOKS needed for The Arms Pub. Min. 3 yrs exp. Full & P/T positions. Drop off resume including current ref’s to: 3261 Coast Meridian Road. Port Coquitlam.

jobs@trailappliances.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 164

Installation Technicians

CUSTOM MANUFACTURER of security rollshutters, habitat screens & retractable awnings requires experienced installation technicians. General knowledge of construction & electrical an asset. Must be detail orientated & able to work independently. Driver’s license req’d. Competitive wages & benefits. Fax resume: 604-468-7656 or email: installer@talius.com

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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

604-460-8058 #7 - 20306 Dewdney Trunk Rd Fantastic Facials & Body Care Lougheed/203/Dewdney M.Ridge

WAREHOUSE

EXP. BLOW MOLDING TECH. MIN 2 YRS EXPERIENCE. REFS A MUST. WAGE NEGOT. RESUMES TO pcacd@shaw.ca

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

JASMINES RELAXATION TOUCH Pain/ Stress Relief. Country Setting *Easy Prkg *7Days. 778-888-3866

PERSONAL SERVICES 182

FINANCIAL SERVICES

If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS will lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

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The Best Team & Service ! 101-1125 Nicola Avenue Port Coq. (behind COSTCO)

604-468-8889 candymassage.blogspot.com/

LEGAL SERVICES

#1 IN PARDONS Remove your criminal record. Express Pardons offers the FASTEST pardons, LOWEST prices, and it’s GUARANTEED. BBB Accredited. FREE Consultation Toll-free 1-866-416-6772 www.ExpressPardons.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

203

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

WESTRIDGE MANAGEMENT Bookkeeping, Accounting, Payroll Tax Services/Planning, Consulting Reasonable rates 604-764-2575, 604-320-7856

206

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

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

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MIND BODY SPIRIT

COQUITLAM HERBAL relaxation body care. Private. 778-355-9352. In hotel service. Meena.

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Service to all Makes of Appliances & Refrigeration. Work Guaranteed

224

CARPET CLEANING

ACTION CARPET 1 bdrm apt $59, 2 bdrms apt $69. Whole house package. $79. 604-945-5801

225

CARPET INSTALLATION

All Carpet & Lino Installations Repair/Restreching, 28 years exp. Work guaranteed. 10% Seniors. Discount. Call Cliff 604-462-0669

Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, customized menus tailored to your function! q Dinner Parties q Executive Meetings q Family Gatherings q Weddings / Banquets q B-B-Ques q Funerals We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

Kristy 604.488.9161 180

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CLEANING SERVICES

2 EUROPEAN LADIES will shine your home or business! For free estimate call Maria 604-612-8653

~~ A GIFT OF TIME ~~

Clean to Perfection. Reliable & Honest, Lic’d & Insured. Free window cleaning. 778-840-2421. CLEANING SPECIAL Rates as low as $60/mo. Price incl. cleaning supp. Free estimates. Call A-TECH Services at 604-230-3539

EDUCATION/TUTORING

MAGICAL MAIDS Bonded & Insured. $25/hr. www.magicalmaids.biz 604-467-8439

AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program.Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783

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APARTMENT / CONDOMINIUM MANAGERS (CRM) home study course. Many jobs registered with us across Canada! Thousands of grads working! Government certified. 30 years of success! www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456.

Serving Lower Mainland 20 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Retaining*Walls*Stairs*Driveways Exposed Aggregate & Stamped Concrete ***ALSO... Interlocking Bricks &Sod Placement -Excellent Ref’s -WCB Insured

CONCRETE & PLACING

HERFORT CONCRETE NO JOB TOO SMALL

LEO: Mobile #657-2375, 462-8620

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is rated #2 for at-home jobs. Train from home with the only industry approved school in Canada. Contact CanScribe today! 1-800466-1535. www.canscribe.com. info@canscribe.com. ONLINE, ACCREDITED, WEBDESIGN TRAINING, available for persons facing challenges to employment, administered by the Canadian Society for Social Development. Visit: www.ibde.ca. Space is limited - Apply today!

JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN 4th year and Inst. Tech. Wanted SE Sask. Provincial parks, lakes, golfing, fishing, etc. South East Electric Ltd., Box 1238, Carlyle, SK, S0C 0R0 Fax: 306-453-2022 southeastelectric#1@sasktel.net.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

CNC MACHINIST We’re an innovative, technologically advanced & progressive shop that needs an experienced CNC setup person for vertical machine centres. We need team players that are looking for personal & technical growth who are willing to share, learn and build on what they already know. 80% of our work is aluminum, low-med volume, highly aesthetic,and fits in the palm of your hand. If you desire to work for a cutting edge company with stability & endless opportunities, & consider yourself to be in the top 10% of your field, submit your resume to employment@redline-pro.com, or fax to 604-576-4181.

WAREHOUSE

PLANT MANAGER Orica Canada LOCATION: Tappen, British Columbia JOB PURPOSE: The objective of this position is to manage the Tappen Detonating Cord oper ations, in accordance with corporate, regulatory & client standards. To accomplish the objectives of this position the incumbent will be responsible for the implementation of the Deliver The Promise Principles, Orica SHE, Engineering, & Security standards as well as complete adoption of the STOP program, & where applicable the Next Step Program. The Site Supervisor is responsible locally for Safety Health Environment performance, production performance, & general supervision associated to the site. This position also must maintain good working relationships with the employees, local customers, Company marketing/technical personnel & suppliers. Accountability for material purchasing & HR activities is also included in the Site Supervisor’s role. ESSENTIAL DUTIES YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT LIMITED TO: 1. Direct & supervise all principle operational aspects of the site (SHE, Quality, Training, Financial, Human Resources, Formulations, Distribution, Capital Projects, Regulatory Compliance, Inventory Management) to ensure that quality products & services are safely & cost effectively delivered to our external customers. 2. Maintain a relationship with customers (internal & external) serviced by the site ensuring that requirements are met & that complaints (if any) are handled in an expeditious manner. 3. Direct management of available personnel resources to maximize utilization of employees in accordance with all regulations & policies at the site. 4. Direct the implementation & maintenance of the World Class or Next Step Programs. Ensure that Best Practices are adopted & applied. 5. Complete reports, approve expense, bill coding, costing follow up & paying bills for the site 6. Assist the Operations Manager with the preparation of fixed cost & capital budgets & manage site to specified cost structure. 7. Minimize injuries, illnesses & environmental incidents & comply with Orica’s SH&E standards, & those of regulatory authorities. 8. Planning & scheduling production, inventories & shipments off site. 9. Responsible for selection, training, performance evaluation & discipline of personnel. 10. Maintenance of physical assets & troubleshooting of equipment. 11. Ensure that positive morale & communication is maintained. Maintenance of good relations with all employees, with customers & with public authorities SKILLS: Solid understanding of detonating cord manufacturing process In depth understanding of BOS for PETN & detonating cord Good interpersonal skills Good communication (oral and written) skills Ability to plan & make decisions organizes, lead & control. Proficient with the use of computers in software such as Lotus Notes, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Strong mechanical or electrical aptitude. A good knowledge of SHE, Quality, & Training management systems. Knowledge of fixed cost reports & budget preparation. Knowledge of regulatory requirements to ensure that the licences are not compromised Thorough knowledge of regulatory & safety issues inherent with explosives plants & transportation Experience with process & mobile equipment maintenance Experience with the quality control testing & field use For more information contact Mathieu Paquette: mathieu.paquette@orica.com / 450-533-1323 or visit our Web site: www.Orica.com

PERSONAL SERVICES

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660 www.moneyprovider.com. AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest, regardless of your credit. Steady Income? You may qualify for instant help. Considering Bankruptcy? Call 1-877-220-3328 FREE Consultation Government Approved, BBB Member GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 242

CONCRETE & PLACING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 278 FURNITURE REFINISHING

LARIC FURNITURE REFINISHING PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 30 Years Exp. Free Estimates.

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

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

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

257

DRYWALL

ALL PHASES DRYWALL Taping, texture, spraying. 25 yrs exp. Tidy workplace. Free Est. No job too small.Eric 778-898-9806 COMPLETE DRYWALL SERVICE, res/com. ref’’s. reno’’s, reasonable rates. All work guaranteed. 604941-8261, cell 778-999-2754. Finishing, Taping, Recoat textured ceilings & Respray 30 yrs exp. Call Del 604-505-3826 / (604)476-1154 FRANKS Drywall *Boarding*Taping *Spraying no job too sm. Seniors rts Free ests. 604-939-7029, 809-1945

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Specialists in:

- ANTIQUES, HOME & OFFICE FURNITURE - RESTORATION & REPAIRS Free Estimates, Pick-up & Delivery

Ph: 604-469-2331 281

GARDENING

ATC LANDSCAPE Landscape Maintenance Services

• Fall Yard Clean-Ups • Lawn Maintenance • Gardening • Hedge & Tree Trimming

604.720.2853 Fully Insured. Member of BBB.

www.atclandscape.com

ELECTRICAL

#1167 LIC’D, BONDED. BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774 DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded. 24 hr service. We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! 30 yrs exp. Free est. 460-8867. REISINGER Electrical (#102055) Bonded, Specializing in Renos, New Const, (Comm./Res.)Free Est 25 Yrs Exp. 778.885.7074 Trent YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE PEDRO’’S GENERAL CONTRACTING & DRAINAGE. ✶ Pipelining, backfilling, landscaping, water lines & more. ✶ Hardworking, reliable & reasonable rates. 604-468-2919.

Rick’s Bobcat Service Levelling, Back filling, Trucking reas. rates.777-0246,604-290-2978

269

FENCING

1-A1 BRAR CEDAR FENCING, chain link & landscaping. #1 quality work and reasonable rates. Harry 604-719-1212 or 604-306-1714 Cedar Fencing Installations ATC LANDSCAPE 604.720.2853 Fully Insured. Member of BBB. www.atclandscape.com FENCE-IT-RIGHT Installations -604.639.6626 Cedar, Chain Link, Ornamental iron, Vinyl (Insured, Experienced, Competitive Pricing)

275

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

INSTALLATION heated floors, tiles, laminate & hardwood floors. Erina 778-885-7089 POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin. Repairs, Staining. Free Est.. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-540-8501.

Landscape Installation - Lawn Cutting - Tree Services - Licensed for Chaffer Beetles treatment. Call 778-885-6488 Leave message Prompt Delivery Available

Seven Days a Week

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd. ✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Grave ✶ Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶ Pea Gravel

465-1311

meadowslandscapesupply.com PRUNING, TRIMMING, Fall Clean Up, Tree Topping. Free Estimates. Call Jason @ 604-614-5954.


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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 281

GARDENING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 300

LANDSCAPING

LOCATION CLOSEOUT LIVE AUCTION

Pickett’s Nurseries Ltd. has re located it’s container production nursery and is liquidating current inventory.

329 PAINTING & DECORATING A name you can trust

HANKS TRUCKING

NURSERY

Pickett’s Nurseries Ltd. 14610 Neaves Road, Pitt Meadows. September 25, 2010 11:30 - 3:30 p.m.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

STARBRUSH PAINTING

& Bulldozing Ltd.

Auction will take place Sept. 25 at the Neaves Road property. Plant material will be available to view from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., with the auction to follow from 11:30 to 3:30 p.m.

WHOLESALE PRICES D

Payment will be due at the time of purchase (cash or credit cards only) and all purchases are to be removed from the nursery by the close of business September 28.

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $269, 2 coats (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Service! www.paintspecial.com

17607 FORD ROAD, Pitt Meadows, B.C. PICK-UP or DELIVERY

Interior Exterior Spraytex ceilings/repairs Drywall repairs

Instant Grassifacation!

Refs W Insured W WCB Paper Hanging Removal Written Guarantee Residential/ Commercial

FREE EST. Gutter Cleaning repairs, wndw cleaning, power wash. 7 days/week, Simon 604-230-0627

5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Soffit 28 YRS EXP. *FULLY INSURED

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

S S S S

16897 Windsor Road Pitt Meadows (Turn right 1st road East of Pitt River Bridge from Vancouver)

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

Professional Painters Free Estimates Written Guaranteed Bonded & Insured

NO Headaches NO Surprises NO Excuses “JUST A GREAT JOB!”

NEW LOOK INC.

Landscape Contractor & Consultant

Home Renovations and New Construction Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more * 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE* INSURED ~ WCB

Renovations/Repairs/Building Emergency services available! S Bathrooms S Basements S Suites S Decks / Sheds S Plumbing S Flooring / Tiles S Electrical S Interior Designing

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

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HOME REPAIRS If I can’t do it It can’t be done

Call Robert 604-844-4222 OR (Cell) 604-454-4515 Interiors: Baths (renos/repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc. EXPERIENCED IN OVER 30 LINES OF WORK! * Most work completed in 2 days or less * Quality work, prompt service, fair prices * 19 Years. serving Coquitlam Ctr. & area. For positive results Call Robert SERVICE CALLS WELCOME

300

LANDSCAPING AUGUSTINE

Bark Mulch Products Composted W Bright W Nuggets Garden Blend & Lawn Blend Topsoil

465-5193 Ed’s ROTOTILLING & LANDSCAPING *Rototilling *Levelling *Gardens

*Loader Work *Brush Cutter *Dump Truck

FREE ESTIMATES *604-941-2263 *604-725-7246

GREENSKEEPER CONTRACTING Residential & Commercial Lawn & Garden Maintenance

(604)476-0075 www.greenskeeper.ca

Almost for free! Dave (778)997-5757, (604)587-5991

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SUNDECKS

604-728-5643

Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing, vinyl floor. 604-782-9108 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.

www.newlooklandscapinginc.com

Free estimates 604-418-8340

Call Brian 604-209-4012

Woodland Decks

NICK’S Landscaping

NO JOB TOO SMALL!

Robert J. O’Brien

❖DECKS ON SALE❖ Installations & Renovations

Dean 604-834-3076

RENO & REPAIR

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Interior & Exterior

Cleaning & Repairing Call Tim 604-612-5388

EXTRA

CHEAP

*Retaining Walls *Interlocking *Fencing *Drainage *Decking *New Lawns *Hedges 15 Years exp. - Work Guaranteed Free Est. & Ref’s avail. anytime Cel:604-836-6519, 778-285-6510

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MISC SERVICES

✶Dump Site Now Open✶ D Broken Concrete RocksD $21.00 Per Metric Ton D Mud Dirt Sod ClayD $21.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds $56.00 Per Ton

Meadows Landscape Supply (604)465-1311

320

MOVING & STORAGE

25 Years in bus. A Moving Experience. Fast, dependable service. L & D Enterprises. Seniors Disc. Will pack your POD. 604-464-5872. 2guyswithatruck.ca Moving & Storage Visa OK. 604-628-7136 AAA ADVANCE MOVING Experts in all kinds of moving/packing. Excellent Service. Reas. rates! Different from the rest. 604-861-8885 www.advancemovingbc.com

AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10 Ton Trucks Insured ~ Licenced ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

604-537-4140 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

329 PAINTING & DECORATING # 1 PAY-LESS Painting Int./Ext. FALL Special LOOK for our YARD SIGNS D Free estimates D Insured Licensed DReferences Residential D Pressure Washing

Serving Tri City 30 Yrs. Call 24 Hrs/7 Days paylesspainting.multiply.com

Scott 604-891-9967 2 HUNGRY PAINTERS & Power Washing. Low prices. Int/Ext. Man & wife 75 years combined exp. 604.467.2532 twohungrypainters.ca

SEASIDE Painting & Decking Spring Special $595 upto 1000 s.f. English Craftsman, Bonded & Insured. Since 1978, Int/Ext, Spray Painting. 604-462-8528, 218-9618

PRO ✶ ACC PAINTING LTD ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

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

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

604-351-6245

Ph: 942-4383 Fax:942-4742

www.proaccpainting.com TRIPLE M PAINTING & RENO’S Free Est’s. Low Prices, High Quality. Call: (604)805-8548.

332

PAVING/SEAL COATING

ALLAN CONST. & Asphalt. Brick, concrete, drainage, foundation & membrane repair. (604)618-2304 ~ 604-820-2187.

338

PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! AMAN’S PLUMBING SERVICES Lic.gas fitter. Reas $. 778-895-2005 1 Call Does it All - 2 OLD GUYS PLUMBING & HEATING, Repairs, Reno’’s, H/W Tanks. 604-525-6662. 3 LICENSED PLUMBERS. 66 years experience. 604-830-6617 www.oceansidemechanical.com ✔ ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS Call Niko Plumbing Ltd. 24/7. Res/Com. Same day h/w tanks. ★15 years exp. 604-837-6640

ADD YOUR business on www.BCLocalBiz.com directory for province wide exposure! Call 1-877-645-7704 A-Grade Plumbing,Heating & Drainage. Lic’d local plumber / gas fitter. Free est, guar’d work 778.881.7598 NEED PLUMBING? Dan’s Your Man! Lic’d & Insured. Free Est. Dan @ 604.418.6941

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PRESSURE WASHING

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

Same day serv. avail 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

373A TELEPHONE SERVICES 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 1-866-884-7464. CHEAP TELEPHONE RECONNECT! Paying too much? Switch, save money, and keep your number! First month only $24.95 + connection fee. Phone Factory Reconnect 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca. **HOME PHONE RECONNECT** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348.

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TREE SERVICES A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports

Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

✶ Pruning & Shaping ✶ Tree Removal ✶ Stump Grinding

☎ 604-521-7594 ☞ 604-817-8899

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT! #1 EARTH FRIENDLY JUNK REMOVAL

Make us your first call! Reasonable Rates. Fast, Friendly & Uniformed Staff.

604.587.5865

www.recycle-it-now.com

Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certifi ed Arborist Free Estimates * Fully Insured

TRI CITY TREE SERVICE All Tree Services -- Fully Insured -24 Hrs 604-462-0865

477

PETS

SHIH-TZU 1 MALE (Reg), 1 fem. 5 & 6 yrs. Gold & white, Very friendly. $650 for both. Delivery available. 778-549-3646 TOY POODLE PUPPIES 6 wks, brown, black & brown, and black $650. 604-820-4230 604-302-7602 WEIMARANER PUPS!! CKC reg weimaranerpups@gmail.com $950 vet chkd 604-794-3256 YORKIE PUPS, 1m/1f, registered, shots, health guaranteed for free, contact:nancybill07@gmail.com

PETS 477

PETS

ANGORA RABBITS, born July 28 & 30. $50 each. Call Marianne 604530-8670 CATS & KITTENS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats.604-309-5388 / 856-4866 CHIHUAHUA FEM.3 yrs. old. Orange & white. Very affectionate. Great little companion. $350. Delivery available. 778-549-3646 CKC reg lab pups guart’d first shots vet chk, microchipped, exc temp. declaws. $550 & up. 604-533-8992. FILA / MASTIFF GUARD DOGS. Excellent Loyal Family Pet, all shots Great Protectors! Ph 604-817-5957. Gentle Giants, loyal family dogs, unreg. St Bernard pups, 1st shot, $850. ready now (604)462-8605 GERMAN SHEPHERD Reg’d pups, quality German & Czech bloodlines. Guaranteed. Call 604-856-8161. GOLDEN DOODLES, Avail now, $1250. (778)737-0146 www.foxycharliepuppies.com GREAT DANE X ENGLISH MASTIFF PUPPIES. $400. Call 604-826-5285 or 604-556-9095.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506

APPLIANCES

AT A CLICK of a mouse, www.BCLocalBiz.com is your local source to over 300,000 businesses! POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Rebuilt*Washer*Dryer*Fridge*Stove Up to 1 Yr Warranty. Trade-in Avail.

548

FURNITURE

Sofa Italia 604.580.2525

Himalayan Kittens 4M 2F vet checked 1st shots, family raised. $250. 604-626-4650 Aldergrove JACK RUSSELL pups, cute, short, stocky, smooth coat, tails doc, 1st shots. $550 (604)798-9233 Chwk JACK RUSSELL X puppies $280. Also parents for sale. Please call: 604-820-5242. JACK RUSSEL PUPPIES, tri-colour tails docked, 1st shots, vet checked Call 604-820-5225. KITTENS, 2 adorable Siamese X Snowshoe, blue eyes, trained vet ✔ 2nd shot $295/$395 604-856-1727 LAB Pups CKC Reg’d Champ.lines 2 females (1blk/1yellow), 1st shots, de-wormed, tattooed, vet ✓ $800. 604-857-9192 Lab pups, dewormed, 1st shots, vet check, yell/blk, fam raised adorable, $450&up. (604)845-3769, chwk. LAB Retriever pups, yellow/blck, $650; chocolate, $750. Vet check, quality lineage, dew claws, 1st shots, dewormed. (604)702-0217 MANX X KITTENS absolutely adorable, litter trained, good with dogs. $50. Call 778-323-2343 MAREMMA MALE PUPS, 9 weeks old, excellent sheepdogs. $450. Call 604-798-9528. NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! www.856-dogs.com or call: 604856-3647.

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GARAGE SALES

560

MISC. FOR SALE

#1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse. 6 colors available! 40 year warranty! Free shipping, the first 20 callers! 1-800457-2206. www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

AT A CLICK of a mouse, www.BCLocalBiz.com is your local source to over 300,000 businesses! Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-5991 CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-981-6591. NEW Norwood SAWMILLS - LumberMate-Pro handles logs 34” diameter, mills boards 28” wide. Automated quick - cycle - sawing increases efficiency up to 40%. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT - FREE Information: 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDING INVENTORY SALE... $4 to $11/sq.ft. Immediate orders only - FREE shipping, some exclusions. Up to 90 days to pay. Deposit required. Pioneer Manufacturers since 1980. 1-800-668-5422.

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS JUPITER Alto SAXAPHONE. Purchased from King’s Music. $575. Serviced,ready to go.604-798-7982. KEYBOARD, Yamaha TSA1500, cd ROM and manuals, new, pd $1300 sell for $500. (604)824-1903

REAL ESTATE

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612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE BUSINESS FOR SALE IN ABBOTSFORD Owner wishes to retire. This is an established, profitable business and is complete with a repeat customer base. We sell household appliances in the Fraser Valley. Asking price $170,000+ inventory of a $120,000. Serious inquiries only, please call: 604-556-6768.

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HOMES WANTED

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MORTGAGES

BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt consolidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs.Let Dave Fitzpatrick, your Mortgage Warrior, simplify the process!1-888-711-8818 dave@mountaincitymortgage.ca

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GREATDOODLE PUPS, great Dane X, std. poodle, blks, harls, merls, $350 up 604-780-6607

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SEPT 11/12 at 9am. HUGE Garage Sale. Lots of items in mint condition: TV’s, Computers, VCR and other electronics, tools, books, furniture, glass and cooking ware. In Alley south of 2703 St. George St, Port Moody, V3H 2H1 Map: http://tinyurl.com/SaturdaySale

ABC TREE MEN

A to Z Roofing Ltd. Spec in re-roofing, asphalt, cedar, flat roof. Guar Wrk. WCB, BBB. 778-996-6479. EAST WEST ROOFING & SIDING CO. Roofs & re-roofs. BBB & WCB. 10% Discount, Insured. Call 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

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PETS

PRESA puppies, family farm raised. Great temperment. Great guard dog. $700. 604-855-6929.

RED’S RUBBISH REMOVAL. I Need Work! Home Maintenance. Reasonable rates. Call Red 604-290-7033.

MILANO PAINTING 604 - 551- 6510

Professional Installation

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Residential & Commercial We do almost anything Free Estimates 7 days a week 10% off with this ad

Call: (604)518-0974 A-TECH Services 604-230-3539

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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When QUALITY Matters All soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements SOIL ANALYSIS UPON REQUEST

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ACREAGE

20 Acre Ranches ONLY $99 per/mo. $0 Down, $12,900 Near Growing El Paso, Texas. Owner Financing, No Credit Checks. Money Back Guarantee. Free Map/Pictures. 800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com Cleared and tranquil with Koi ponds on 10 park-like acres with two updated homes in S.E. Langley: $1,495,000. Website: free2list.ca Phone: 604-857-9093 or email: icuchange@pacificcoast.net

VERY Private 5 acres with beautiful 2100 sq. ft. log rancher and small detached shop. Only 10 minutes from 100 Mile House. Quick occupancy. $339,000 Maria Walker, Royal LePage, 250-395-0245

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OTHER AREAS

LAND OF ORCHARDS, Vineyards & Tides in Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live! Work! Bring Business! Free Brochure - Website: www.kingsrda.ca - Email: mmacdonald@kingsrda.ca Toll-free: 1-888-865-4647.

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BURNABY

MAPLE PLACE TOWERS 1 Bdrm Apts starting at $950 2 Bdrm Apts starting at $1200 Heat and hot water included. Dishwasher, fridge, stove, balcony, shared laundry. Avail Immed. Close to amen, schools and mall.

Call 604-421-1235 www.aptrentals.net COQUITLAM. 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo with view. Near Coq Ctr. NS/NP. $1500/mo. Immed. 778-772-8944 COQUITLAM: 2 bdrm upper condo, N/S, N/P. In-suite w/d. $950/mo + utils. Avail. Oct. 1st. 604-723-8671.

COQUITLAM CENTRE “Raphael Towers” 2 Bdrms $1200 to $1225/mo *IN-SUITE W/D *GARBURATOR *ONSITE MANAGER *BEHIND COQ. CTR. MALL

604-944-2963 COQUITLAM - CRESENTVIEW

Spacious 3 Level 2 & 3 Bdrm Townhomes Over 2000 sq ft, cozy fireplaces, all appliances included. 1½ and 2 baths available; garage or carport. Large kitchen. Close to all types of schools, transportation and amenities.

Please call 604-834-4097 Website:www.aptrentals.com

COQUITLAM, Lincoln / Pipeline brand new 2 bdrm 2 bath 950sf, 9ft ceiling s/s appls, $1400/mo. 1yr term. David 604-816-9773 bef 7pm COQUITLAM: Lincoln / Pipeline (Windsor Gate), in suite W/D, s/s appliances, brand new 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 948 sq.ft. $1400/month. 1 yr term. Linda 604-761-7226 COQUITLAM: luxury condo acrs fr Coq Ctr. 2 Bdrms, 2 baths, comp room, 9th flr corner unit, s.s. appls Oct 1st. $1295/mo. (604)773-9601 COQUITLAM nr L’heed mall/skytrain, 533 Cottonwood, reno’d, adult bldg, quiet, n/p, gated prkg, video surveillance, 2 bdrm $935, incl heat, h/w, avail. Oct 1, Crime-Free, Cert. 604-937-7812 www.greatapartments.ca Port Coq 2 BD cute *New* T’H nr amen, 2 prkg $975+utils. DD. Ref’s. Oct.15/Nov.1. Ns/Np. 604-788-5532


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Dragan 778-788-1845

Cedar Grove Apartments 655 North Rd, Coquitlam Fab location close to everything. 1 bdrm suites avail. Mins from Lougheed Mall, Skytrain Shopping & parks. Bus station right in front. Parking and Laundry room. For more info & viewing call

Beata 778-788-1840 Professionally Managed by Gateway Property Management

W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets

604.465.7221 PORT COQUITLAM

RENOVATE 2 Bdrm Suites Available Close to all amenities and WC Express. Quiet, secure, well maintained, adult oriented suites. 3 Appl’s. Gated parking. Sorry no pets. References required.

Call 604-941-9051 PORT COQUITLAM

CEDARWAY APT Bright & Clean 1 & 2 Bdrms COQUITLAM: ‘Silver Springs’ : 2/bdrm, 2/ba. $1380/mo + utils. Inste W/D, nice deck! 1 prkg. N/S. Ref’s req’d. Avl now. (604)313-1692 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

Quiet building with insuite storage, dishwasher, gated parking. Heat and hot water included. Close to schools, shopping & public transportation.

Call 604-837-4589 2251 Pitt River Rd.

www.aptrentals.net PORT COQUITLAM - Newly renovated, quiet secure bldg, walk to all amens, WC Exp - 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS. - Lrg, bright, incl heat, h/water, f/s, priv balc, window coverings. - Laundry & storage on ea floor. - Plenty of pkng avail. No Pets. - Wheelchair accessible

McALLISTER APARTMENTS

2232 McAllister Ave

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

(604)941-7721

1 bdrm. from $775/mo. 2 bdrm. from $875/mo. NEW WEST Immac. newer 2 br. f/bath, top flr. pleasant view, open kitch, f/p. W/I closet, lndry/stor.,u/g video secured prkg. np/ns. refs. Avail Oct.1 $1250. 604-525-6155 PORT COQUITLAM: 2 bdrm apt. $775/mo. Quiet family complex. No pets. Call 604-464-0034.

NOVA VITA CO-OP Bottom of Burnaby Mtn, SFU 1, 2, 3, 4 bedroom Apts & Townhouses. Rent includes heat, fenced yard, u/g prkg. Share purchase starts at $1600. Email: novavitacoop2010@hotmail.com

or call 604-592-5663

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

COQUITLAM, 325 Begin St. 2 bdrm apt on grd flr in 4-plex. Incl stove, fridge & cov. prkg. N/S. N/P. Oct 1. $775/mo. 604-936-8764.

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HOMES FOR RENT

COQ. Central. 3 bdrm, 1 on main, 2 up, lrg fenced yrd 12x14 shed & 21x34 garage/workshop on Linton & Jasper. $1650/mo. 875-6543 COQUITLAM Central. Lge 4 bdrm+ den, 2 ba, 2 lvl., new reno’d, fcd/yard. N/P, N/s. Now. Refs. Lse. $1875/mo + utils. 604-377-2878. COQUITLAM Home 3bdrms up & 1 dn, lrg rec rm & yard, 21/2 baths, lots of storage, N/P N/S Avail. Oct 1 Rent $1800 1yr lease 604-9373010 COQUITLAM Top flr, 3BR, 5 appl, 2 baths, n/s, n/p, ref, $1350+util, yard, immed, 604-438-1706, 604-4950202 MAPLE RIDGE 1600 sq/ft 3 bdrm rancher, ample prkg, new flooring Oct.1, $1450. Ns/Np. 604-941-3259 MAPLE RIDGE, newly reno’d 3 bdrm rancher, cov. carprt, lrg fncd yard, 3 car prk in front, avail. Sept. or Oct. $1295/mth. (604)299-4822. PORT COQUITLAM: Clean 3/bdrm, 1.5 ba, W/D, h/w flrs. Nice yard. cats OK. N/S. Ref’s 1/yr lse. Immed. $1650/mo+ utils. (604)945-6535.

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COQUITLAM CENTRE AREA 750 + sq/ft office space with small kitchen.604-944-2963

Port Moody

180 DEGREE VIEW NEW EXEC. 1250 sq.ft. 2 bdrm condo on 27th floor. Nahanni Tower with unobstructed views of Burrard Inlet. 6 S/S appls. 2 prkg / strg. rec ctr 2nd to none. $1950/mo. N/S. N/P. Refs. and credit check required. Avail. now.

Phone 604-944-1722

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CO-OP RENTALS

PORT Moody - Condo 300 Klahanie Dr; Large 2 BR 925 sf; 2 Bath; lndry; sec. parking Canoe Club, pool; $1375 Sept. 15 Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666 PORT MOODY new 2 bdrm 1225sf apt on 18th flr of Nahanni Tower (facing inlet) 2 u/g prkg, strg locker s/s appls inste ldry, pool tennis gym, $1550 incl h/water, heat. NS/NP. 604-968-5370 PORT MOODY, Newport Village. 2 bdrm condo. 5 appls. Gas F/P. Nr rec ctr. transit & library. Oct. 1. $1250/mo. N/P. N/S. 604-524-3353. PORT MOODY Spacious 2bd+2bth apt Shoreline Circle. 1 yr lease. No pets/No smoking. 604-220-4042

747B SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING NOW RENTING EXCEPTIONAL RETIREMENT INDEPENDENT LIVING 55 RJ Kent Residences. Brand New 1 bdrm. suites. Monthly lease includes 2 meals, weekly housekeeping and flat laundry service. www.rjkent.com 2675 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam 778-285-5554

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION COQUITLAM shr 4 bdr home. Quiet area. Employed female pref’d. Incl utils $600/mo N/Pets 604-790-5939 PORT COQUITLAM: Room avail in lrg house for adult. NS/NP N/D. $425. 604-944-0884 /604-341-6702 PORT COQUITLAM. Share 2 bdrm condo, private bath, gym, h/tub, sauna, gas f/p, inste laundry, sec u/g prkg. keyless ent. $490/mo incl utils. net. Avail now. 604-816-1441.

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COQUITLAM: 615 Girard Ave: 3/Bdrm, 2/ba, deck, c-d-s, new flrs, cls to schls, mall, SFU. $1400/mo inclds utils. N/P. 604-841-6005. COQUITLAM Cape Horn/Mariner. Lrg 3 bd, 2 ba liv/rm, din/rm, fam/rm Bright, clean, new carpets. Avail immed $1525 incl util 604-780-7726 COQUITLAM lrg 3bdrm, 2 full baths fam/liv/dinrms, avail immed, ns/np, $1500 incl utils/cble. 604-803-8825 COQUITLAM Mundy Prk 1 bd sep ent quiet single only ldry/hydro incl NP/NS Oct.1 $620. 604-939-9950

RECREATIONAL/SALE

838 604-464-7548 #1 IN RENTALS (Since 1990)

2010 MONTANA 3000RK

Professional Property Management Services for LANDLORDS (Tri City)

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TRUCKS & VANS

2007 DODGE RAM 1500 Quad Cab Big Horn, 20’ alloys, mint. new brakes/tires, safety inspected, no accidents. $17,995 (604)328-1883

Pt Mdy 2 BD T’House “Highland Park” 5 appl, avail now $1100/mo Ref’s. N/S. Small dog w/deposit. Pt Coq 4 BD HOUSE 3 BA, avail Oct 1, N/S. Ref’s req’d, $2200/mo #1 Selling 5th Wheel brand for 9 yrs. Mor/ryde hitch, huge picture windows, dbl. slide, elec. F/P, etc. $54,983 (stk.28225) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

COQUITLAM CENTRE AREA

TOWNHOUSES 2 & 3 Bedrooms Available *Near schools *5 Appliances *Fireplace - NO PETS AVAIL IMMEDIATELY

Call 604-942-2012 COQUITLAM WW Plateau. 2030 sq.ft t/house, 3 bdrms, 2½ baths, dble. garage. H/W flrs. W/D. Big rec room in bsmt. Family neighbourhood. Close to greenbelt, golf club. N/P. 1 yr lse minimum, credit check & refs req. $1850. 604-464-4409. LANGLEY Willowbrook 31/2 Br Large TH w/Appl and Laundry and Balcony. 2 car Garage. ns/np. 1450$ avail. 604-788-0237 PITT MEADOWS: 2-3 bdrm co-op T/H $1005/mo - $1089/mo. Shares req’d. No subsidy available. Orientation 2nd Sun. 2 pm & 3rd Tues. 7 pm ea mo. 19225 119th Ave., Pitt Meadows V3Y 2B2. Send SASE or leave msg 604-465-1938 PORT COQUITLAM newer twnhse nr Costco. 3 Bdrm+den, garage, 2½ bath. No dogs. From $1600 + utils. Year lease. Aaron 604-644-7100

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AUTO FINANCING

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE Please take notice that on September 25, 2010 and thereafter, the contents of the following storage lockers at Imperial Self Storage will be sold at auction, or otherwise disposed of, to cover outstanding costs of storage and all fees. UNIT# 102 Ken Grenier 426 Perry Hutchings 1251 Perry Hutchings 698 Stacy Happell 833 Mike Carney 1113 Stacy McDonald 1218 Terri Chen 1447 Bruce Whittington 1461 Cindy Nielsen 1489 Siavosh Afsheh

Bunk slide, thermopane windows, a/c, loaded. $22,983 (stk.27805) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

Notice to Creditors and Others

NEW STARCRAFT 3614

$0 DOWN & we make your 1st payment at auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309

RE: ESTATE OF JAMES HOWARD ALMOND also known as JIM ALMOND

Dinette slideout, lots of storage, outside grill and more. $15,983 (stk.27314)

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

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $100 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 The Scrapper

NOTICE IS GIVEN that creditors and others having claims against the estate of James Howard Almond, also known as Jim Almond, formerly of 194 Baltic Street, Coquitlam, B.C., deceased, who died on November 19, 2009, are required to send full particulars of such claims to the Administrator, Harold Lawrence Almond, c/o Paulete V. Gurski, Barrister and Solicitor, 23002850 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, B.C. V3C 6K5, on or before October 15, 2010, after which date the Administrator will distribute the estate among the parties entitled, having regard only to the claims of which the Administrator then has notice. Harold Lawrence Almond Administrator BY: PAULETTE V. GURSKI Barrister & Solicitor

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Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

2006 MITSUBISHI Lancer Ralliart, 39K, 5 spd. power, like brand new. $13,500 neg. 778-999-0759

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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.

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#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

2003 HONDA CRV EX, auto, one owner, touring edition, 110,000kms, service records available, great car. $13,500. 604-931-4246

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Polo Club Apartments

COQUITLAM warehouse, #2/4 175 Schoolhouse St. 5,909 sq ft. $6,140/mo. gross. Yard avail. Call Danielle 604-628-5613.

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821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1999 HONDA Civic Si(G) Silver ext Grey cloth int Coupe Sunroof Manual 168,000 km 4 cyl Air condition Power everything ABS Airbags Aftermarket taillights and spoiler New water pump and timing belt Reg. oil change, fluids, brake check, etc. $5600. Call 604-8563435 or 604-309-3757 for more details

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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.

Large 1, 2 & 3 Bdrm Suites Available

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2010 St. John’s St, Port Moody

Port Moody - Townhouse 2200 Panorama Dr; Large 4 BR 2300 sf; 3.5 Bath; lndry; VIEW! Rec room; garage; $2300 Oct. 1 Peak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666

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SUITES, UPPER

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The Meadows

THE PERFECT LOCATION Quiet, clean, well-maintained, updated, adult oriented one bdrm suites. Close to all amenities, and WC Express. Gated parking. Call for appointment to view. Sorry, no pets. Starting at $720/mo.

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COQUITLAM. Nice, quiet top floor, renovated 3 bdrm. F/p, w/d, n/p, $1080/mo. + ½ utils. 604-809-9850. POCO, N. 3 bdrm, main flr, lrg sundeck, nr. prk/schl, ns/np, $1375 incl utils/ satallite, Now. 778-233-7864. PORT COQUITLAM, 1800 sf, 4 bdrms, main flr, 2 full baths, liv/rm, fam/rm, breakfast/rm, din/rm, deck, FP, 6 appls, alarm, Nr. schl, bus & prk, NP/NS. Avail. Oct. 1. $1650/mo + 2/3 utils. Phone (604)715-2096. PORT COQUITLAM, 3 bdrm, main floor, newly reno’d, close to schls/hwy. $1,300/mo. Share utils. Avail. now. Phone 604-321-8577 PORT Moody. 3 bdrm, nr Newport Vlg. F/p, w/d, awesome deck, np/ ns. $1300 +60% util. 604-469-9402

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