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Maybe not first time for victim of shooting By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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A Port Coquitlam man who was the victim of a targeted shooting last week may have been involved in another incident involving guns, according to the RCMP. Sgt. Peter Thiessen of the RCMP’s provincial headquarters, E Division, said Mounties are looking at whether the 46-year-old was the target in another shooting incident. “There is certainly a strong possibility that might be the case,” Thiessen said. “That is something we are still trying to confirm.” Last week’s shooting took place at 3:45 p.m. on Remembrance Day in a home in the 2400-block of Gately Avenue in PoCo. When Coquitlam RCMP responded to the call, they found a man in a home suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Students in Riverside secondary school’s Knitting for the Homeless club plan to knit 100 scarves by Christmas to donate to homeless people in the Tri-Cities. The club’s sponsor, teacher Kelly Selden, is looking for donations of wool for the kids’ project. For more, see article on page 19.
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Holiday need on rise By Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Tri-City residents saluted veterans of war on Remembrance Day: See page 3
Single moms and dads, newcomers struggling in a difficult economy and the recently unemployed are among those seeking a helping hand at Christmas. Registration for holiday hampers and the toy bank have surpassed last year’s numbers, according to Share Family and Community Services, and more people are asking for help because of stresses they face in making ends meet. Last year at this time, approximately
HOW YOU CAN HELP Variety of volunteer jobs available: See page 14 300 families had registered for the Christmas program; this year, after just a few days of registration, 675 families have already signed up. “It’s not even December and we’re already a third of the way there,” said Heather Scott, Share’s director of fund
development, who said an uncertain economy may be the reason Christmas registration has increased. Last year, 1,623 hampers were given out at Christmas and Share is expecting a 20% increase based on trends at the Tri-Cities’ three food bank depots, where numbers of people using the food bank in recent months have increased since last year. Scott said Share is depending on the continued generosity of Tri-City residents for food, toys for kids from toddlers to teens, and cash donations. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
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A time to remember the lives lost to war
Photographs by James Maclennan
Hundreds gathered to honour war veterans last Thursday in the Tri-Cities at a trio of ceremonies. Some scenes from the event at the Port Moody cenotaph: Top left, sea cadets practise their march before the ceremonies begin. Top centre, a cannon is fired as a salute. Top right, spectators stand along Clarke Street. Left, Flight Cpl. Alex Leonenko adjusts his poppy. Above, veteran Claude Overbury places a wreath at the cenotaph — one of many (see below left) — in memory of Port Moody’s war dead. Dozens of cadets were part of the annual ceremony.
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Targeted shootings on rise in recent weeks, say police
Man charged Guard assaulted in fatal 2009 at PoCo pre-trial Surrey crash By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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A Coquitlam man is facing criminal charges after the car he was driving struck a power poll and killed one of his passengers last year in Surrey. Brian Spencer Berg will appear in provincial court next month on charges of impaired driving causing death, impaired driving causing bodily harm, causing an accident resulting in death, causing an accident resulting in bodily harm, dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily harm. Berg is scheduled to appear in Surrey provincial court Dec. 9. According to Surrey RC M P, o f f i c e r s re sponded to a report of a single-vehicle crash involving a four-door Honda sedan on 152 Street near 92 Avenue shortly after 2 a.m. Oct. 11, 2009. Witnesses told police the driver had lost control of the vehicle and slammed into a hydro poll. The force of the impact was enough to rip the vehicle in half. The driver and the front-seat passenger were taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries but the passenger in the back seat, 19-year-old Ryan Michael Grant of Coquitlam, was pronounced dead at the
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scene. Police said at the time that high speed and alcohol were being investigated as contributing factors in the collision. M e a n wh i l e, B e r g has filed a notice of civil claim against the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia stating the Crown corporation has wrongfully denied or is expected to deny the plaintiff his indemnity for the accident. The court papers claim ICBC is liable to cover all costs Berg may be legally liable to pay as a result of the accident. A response from ICBC has not been submitted to the courts at this time and a spokesperson for the organization did not return requests for an interview by The TriCity News’ deadline. gmckenna@tricitynews.com
Inmate overcrowding is being blamed for a vicious attack on a guard at North Fraser Pre-trial Centre in Port Coquitlam last week, according to union official. Dean Purdy, a BC Government Employees Union chair, told The Tri-City News that tensions are high in the local jail, which on average houses twice the number of inmates it is designed for. “One staff member works in a living unit with up to 60 inmates,� he said. “You can imagine what those conditions are like. Violence levels have risen.� Last week, a guard was punched to the ground and repeatedly stomped on by an inmate until he was barely conscious, said Purdy. It was the 29th attack on a corrections officer in the last two years at the facility, he added. While the officer is expected to recover from his injuries, Purdy said post-traumatic stress disorder
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He was transported by British Columbia Ambulance Service paramedics to hospital, where he is being treated. Police have yet to identify the victim but said the man is known to police and has so far refused to cooperate with investigators. “Obviously, he is the victim of an attempted murder,� Thiessen said. “If he wants those individuals held responsible, we would think he would want to provide a larger level of co-operation.� Thiessen stopped short of saying the PoCo shooting was gang-related, adding that investigators have yet to establish a motive or identify any suspects. “Why someone would want to see him dead could be linked to any number of things,� he said. Thiessen did acknowledge, however, that there has been an increase in the number of targeted shootings in recent weeks, which could be attributed to organized crime. “When it comes to organized crime and gangs and their activities, part of their way of doing business is eliminating one another,� Thiessen said. “There appears to be a strong likelihood that some of that is going on.� Police ask anyone with information on the crime to call Coquitlam RCMP Const. Nicole Shuttleworth or Cpl. Gary Yeung at 604-552-7364. Those who wish to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). gmckenna@tricitynews.com
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often accompanies these kinds of incidents. “He suffered some contusions and a concussion,� he said. “But probably the most troubling injury is the psychological damage that an assault like that does to our correctional officers.� North Fraser Pre-trial was built in 2000 for a capacity of 300 inmates. Double bunking has allowed that number to more than double, with an average capacity of 650. Purdy said the province needs to consider building more jails, especially with rumblings from Ottawa indicating tougher sentences for offenders. In the last five years, the number of inmates in provincial jails has increased by 37%, he added, a figure that is expected to increase. A spokesperson for the B.C. Corrections branch confirmed that an investigation of the assault is underway but would not comment further. Officials did not respond to a request for an interview before The Tri-City News’’ deadline. gmckenna@tricitynews.com
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Kyle Centre, 125 Kyle Street, Port Moody, BC The Council of the City of Port Moody will meet and hold a Public Hearing to consider the following proposed Bylaws. Proposed Bylaws: City of Port Moody Official Community Plan Bylaw 2000, No. 2465, Amendment Bylaw No. 34, 2010, No. 2855 and City of Port Moody Zoning Bylaw 1988, No. 1890, Amendment Bylaw No. 200, 2010, No. 2856. Applicant: Aragon Properties Ltd. Legal: Lots A and B District Lot 201, Group 1, NWD Plan 72596 PID: 004-841-107 and PID: 004-841-115 Location: 2718-2732 St Johns Street (see location map)
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NOTICE OF VILLAGE OF BELCARRA PROCEDURE BYLAW NO. 356, 2004, AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 433, 2010 The purpose of this amendment is to streamline the categories for the order of business at Council meetings based on sections that have been identified by staff as being utilized during the past five years. This notice is given pursuant to the Community Charter. Lynda Floyd Chief Administrative Officer
Purpose: To amend the Official Community Plan to allow for a density of 106 units per acre and to amend the Zoning Bylaw to rezone the properties identified on the location map from Comprehensive Development (CD 39) to Comprehensive Development Zone (CD 54) to facilitate the development of a mixed use building with 106 residential units and 21,732 sq. ft. of commercial area. All persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws will be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person and/or by written submission. Written submissions will be accepted up to the conclusion of the Public Hearing. If you are submitting a written submission prior to the Public Hearing, please submit it to the City by email at clerks@cityofportmoody.com or by fax at 604-469-4550 not later than 12 noon Tuesday, November 23, 2010. No representations may be received by Council on these bylaws after the close of the Public Hearing. Bylaw Nos. 2855 and 2856 and related information may be inspected at the Planning and Development Services Department, City Hall, 100 Newport Drive (at loco Road), Port Moody, BC Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5pm. Tim Savoie, MCIP Director of Planning & Development Services Phone: 604-469-4540 Fax: 604-469-4533 City Hall/Library/Theatre P.O. Box 36, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody
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Shelter opponents plan rally Saturday Mayor says threats won’t work as Coquitlam city council ponders plans for 3030 Gordon Ave. By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Opponents of a proposed Coquitlam homeless shelter say they’ll rally at a local park Saturday to show their solidarity before politicians vote on the bid later this month. Rally organizer Garry Badour said he and other volunteers have dropped off hundreds of flyers in the area where the shelter is to be built to advertise the protest, scheduled for Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. at Fox Park in Port Coquitlam. Badour said he has handed out other flyers recently, including one to get neighbours out to a Coquitlam city hall meeting where council was to grant first reading to the rezoning and official community plan bylaws
for 3030 Gordon Ave. A b o u t 2 0 0 angry people were at that meeting, where police were called while Mayor Richard Stewar t tried to restore order and as threats were made. MAYOR STEWART “ We ’ re at t h e point where we’re going to tell politicians if they vote for this, we’re going to spend our time having them removed from office,” Badour said. Already, 18 people have registered to speak at the public hearing, which will be held Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. in council chambers at Coquitlam city hall (to have your name added to the speakers’ list, call 604-927-3010). Two other bylaws are on the agenda that night and, depending on the length of the hearing, council may vote on the shelter plan immediately after. see MAYOR MAYOR,, page 13
Safety concerns forced closure of park Sat. Coquitlam Mounties closed Town Centre Park for a short time at mid-day Saturday after they received a report of a man they believed had a weapon and intended to harm himself. Police cordoned off the area and evacuated the sports fields, which were busy with amateur
sports and families on the busy afternoon. The man was located in an isolated part of the park and taken into custody but police did not find a weapon. “Given the time of day and the number of people out in the park, this call was potentially
very high risk,” said Coquitlam RCMP Const. Kristina Biro. “Thanks to the quick response of our officers and support teams and the support and patience of the public everything worked out well,” she said. gmckenna@tricitynews.com
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By Todd Coyne Two young BC Liberals are trying to convince Conservative MP James Moore to run for the leadership of their provincial party. And while the federal heritage minister and MP for Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam has not suggested he harbours any interest in the job, they’re using a social media campaign promoting Moore as B.C.’s next premier. The “Draft James Moore for Liberal Leader” campaign co-chairs are Geoff Sharpe, 21, a student at the University of Victoria, and Lindsay Gardner, 23, who’s at the University of Northern B.C. Together they’re using online services such as Twitter (twitter.com/draftjamesmoore) and Facebook to drum up what Sharpe called “real grassroots support” among young BC Liberals looking for that much-touted party “outsider” to steer the Liberals in the wake of Premier Gordon Campbell’s Nov. 3 announcement that he will step down as premier and leader of the party. “Basically, I think [Moore] has the ability to reunite the party and re-energize it a lot more than any other of the candidates,” Sharpe said. “The guy’s got a great career ahead of him, so who knows... I really hope he’s considering it right now.” Moore, 34, has been a Tri-Cities MP since first being elected in the former riding of Port MoodyCoquitlam-Port Coquitlam in 2000 at the age of 24, when he became the youngest MP in B.C.’s history. Sharpe said neither he nor Gardner have had any contact with Moore or his office regarding a potential run for the BC Liberal leadership but they have been sending messages to Moore’s Twitter account (twitter.com/mpjamesmoore) about their campaign’s progress. With more than 270 members on Facebook and 100 Twitter followers by Tuesday afternoon, the “Draft James Moore” social media campaign leads about a half-dozen other third-party online campaigns promoting candidates for the BC Liberal leadership. On Monday, Moore’s Port Moody constituency office was directing all inquiries about his poten-
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James Moore, MP for Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, is the subject of a social media campaign to draft him for the BC Liberal party leadership. tial candidacy for BC Liberal leadership to Moore’s heritage ministry spokesman in Ottawa, Jean-Luc Benoit, who did not respond to The Tri-City News’ calls by press time Tuesday. For Sharpe, that official silence is potentially a good omen for his campaign. “No one’s declared anything yet but I don’t see a lot of the current candidates speaking to the youth and I think James can really bring that to the table,” Sharpe said. “The fact that he hasn’t said anything is certainly good news for us anyway.” Talk radio personality and former BC Liberal education minister Christy Clark, a former Tri-City MLA, sits second in popularity among Facebook users, with the “Draft Christy for Premier” page garnering more than 230 members by Tuesday afternoon. Facebook pages promoting possible Liberal leadership bids by Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts and BC Liberal ministers Rich Coleman and Kevin Falcon each boasted less than 50 members Tuesday. Watts has publicly said she won’t run for the premiership in the next provincial election. The BC Liberals will hold their leadership vote on Feb. 26, 2011, and Premier Gordon Campbell has said that he will stay on as party leader until that time. tcoyne@tricitynews.com
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Southwest Coquitlam Construction Paving the way to a prosperous future!
The City of Coquitlam would like to thank all the businesses and residents who have shown amazing patience during the road construction throughout the City!
We have received $6.3 million from the Federal Infrastructure Stimulus Fund to improve our roads. It will result in reduced travel times and better access to businesses in this area for years to come.
We are pleased to report that the following projects are substantially complete:
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Doggone licences More and more dog owners in PoCo are licensing their pets Articles by Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS
More than 1,000 new dog licences have been issued in Port Coquitlam in the last few months thanks to a city canvassing effort. Representatives from the city have been knocking on doors to give dog owners the opportunity to buy a licence for their pooch and help improve animal control services. Of the 10,000 dogs believed to be living in PoCo, 3,800 now have tags, up from 2,800 before the beginning of the summer. City bylaws stipulate that all dogs six months or older must have a licence and Dan Scoones, the city’s bylaw services manager, said he hopes to get the compliance rate up to at least 70%. “If we could get 7,000 licences next year, we would be very happy,� he said. “The municipalities around here that have good takeup get 70 to 80% and we would like to get to that.� The city will continue the canvassing, which is not intended to enforce the bylaw but, rather, raise awareness about the licensing requirements and provide residents with a convenient way to comply. Scoones said it is important to license a dog as the money from licensing fees is used to help improve dog amenities in the city, including dog parks and off-leash areas. The revenue is also used to improve animal control, helping city workers locate the homes of lost animals.
“It is very common that if we find a dog with a PoCo tag on it, we just drive it over to its family,� he said. “Often it isn’t even impounded. We get it and chances are you are going to get it back quickly for free.� The cost of a licence is $47 annually but dog owners who renew their licences within the first two months of 2011 will get a $15 discount. Residents can renew licences online at www.portcoquitlam.ca/dogs, where they can also find more information about dogs and animal control services in PoCo. Port Moody underwent a similar canvassing process several years ago and was able to get its dog licence compliance rate to about 70%, according to Jim Weber, the city’s manager of building bylaws and licensing. Much of the revenue generated by the licensing fees goes toward animal control services, he said, which plays a large role in protecting people and their pets from aggressive dogs. “We often deal with vicious dogs and aggressive dogs,� he said. “All of that costs money so this is a way to basically pay for the services that the city provides.� It costs $55 to license a dog in Port Moody, an amount that drops to $32 if the animal is spayed or neutered. Designated vicious dogs cost $416 to licence. Coquitlam charges $25 to license a spayed or neutered dog until April 1, when the amount jumps to $40. For non-spayed or nonneutered pets, the rate is $45 until April 1, when the cost rises to $60. According to the city, more than 6,000 licences have been issued this year and they can be renewed online. gmckenna@tricitynews.com
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The city of Port Coquitlam is aiming for its dog licensing compliance rate to reach 70%.
The city of Port Coquitlam aims to save an estimated $44,000 per year in electricity costs by switching to LED streetlights, according to the results of a pilot project. The city has been testing the lighting technology at nine locations in downtown PoCo along Shaughnessy Street between Marpole and McAllister. According to the study’s findings, approximately 632,000 kilowatt hours of energy, equalling 15 tonnes of greenhouse gases, could be saved every year if the measures were adopted citywide. More energy could be saved if the city pursues an adaptive lighting control system, which would allow for the dimming of street lights at certain times of day. A new street light schedule began Sept. 21, with lights dimming to 75% levels after sunset and decreased to 50% levels at 11 p.m. At 6 a.m., light levels return to 75%. It is believed the technology could increase street lighting efficiency by another 37%, according to a report to the city’s transportation solutions and operations committee. The report also called for staff to come up with an amendment to the city’s subdivision servicing bylaw that would incorporate a LED street light and dimming specifications. The pilot study is being conducted in conjunction with BC Hydro and is costing the city $9,000. A public opinion survey is currently collecting information on the city’s website, asking residents what they think of the lighting in the downtown area. Those who wish to have their say on the LED lighting system can go to www.portcoquitlam.ca/LEDpilot. The survey will be posted until Nov. 30 and the feedback received will be considered in a report to council that is expected in early 2011. gmckenna@tricitynews.com
Strategic Transportation Plan Update
Public Workshop Transportation Possibilities Share your ideas on how we can enhance our streets for waNMinI cycNinI XehicNe trafÂĄc RuDNic transit and Ioods movement into the future. /earn aDout the transRortation RossiDiNities to heNR address the challenges facing Coquitlam. Date:
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nited Boulevard at the Coquitlam/New Westminster border is like some weird transportation reality. You drive along a wide, modern thoroughfare expecting to cross a sweeping, four-lane overpass across double railroad tracks and the Brunette River to get to the Royal City only to come to a full, sputtering stop at a tiny, slippery, one-lane wooden bridge, the kind Second World War sappers would have thrown up to — temporarily — move tanks across the Rhine. If it was just cars trying to get back and forth to Ikea in the queue, you might think “No big deal.” But cheek by jowl with cyclists and mini-vans are large trucks loaded with goods destined for Coquitlam and other suburban communities, labourers in their cube vans and others trying to do business along the Fraser River corridor. This is the region’s gateway, after all, which is why the bailey bridge and stop light don’t make any sense. Why does this world-class region have a Third World transportation connection? While the multi-million-dollar Gateway project is moving ahead at great speed and we can see the piles of dirt for more freeway lanes and the new Port Mann Bridge taking shape, necessary road improvements to make Coquitlam easier to get in and out of are moving at a snail’s pace, if at all. True, there are some exceptions to this where Coquitlam has been able to leverage federal and provincial infrastructure funding. Lougheed and Barnet highway improvements are nearing completion, and work for the King Edward overpass, though messy and slow, is under way. But any critical transportation infrastructure requiring TransLink funding has simply not come to pass. Everyone knows funding is a problem for the Evergreen Line, and the North Fraser Perimeter Road project is next in line. It’s going to cost $30 million to $60 million to replace the bailey bridge, get ALRT through to Coquitlam and finish other road and transportation priorities. And we know where that money’s coming from — our pockets. But for anyone who has waited to cross that bailey bridge or fumed while mile-long trains shunt back and forth along the corridor, the unanswered question remains: What’s the hold-up?
Reason can still prevail on HST. No, really BC VIEWS Tom Fletcher VICTORIA .C.’s first-ever citizen initiative ballot question couldn’t be much simpler. Next Sept. 24, those voters who take the time to head down to the polling booth will check Yes or No to the following: “Are you in favour of extinguishing the HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) and reinstating the PST (Provincial Sales Tax) in conjunction with the GST (Goods and Services Tax)?” When Premier Gordon Campbell announced a few weeks ago that the government would abide by a simple majority vote, I said it would be mission impossible for the HST to survive. Its chances may now have improved from “none” to “slim.” The question at least frames the only
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practical choice. Keep the HST or go back to sales tax status quo, without the refund that petitioner Bill Vander Zalm conjured up to attract signatures. I asked Finance Minister Colin Hansen about the question, the fate of the proposed refund and the impact of the 15% personal income tax cut imposed by the outgoing premier. Hansen agreed that it’s important to have a simple question, although the implications for the economy go far beyond the tax at the bottom of your sales slip. As for the supposed refund, Vander Zalm’s proposed “HST Extinguishment Act” calls for the old PST to be restored retroactive to last July, with any extra tax collected under the new system repaid on an averaged basis. “But in fact what happens this year is that we would collect slightly less under the HST system than we would have collected had the PST system continued in place,” Hansen said, “so there would not be any extra revenues to the province and, therefore, the whole thing is moot.”
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Making the PST retroactive would also mean somehow collecting back taxes on 15 months worth of expenditures that are reduced under HST, such as disposable diapers, hotel rooms and business phone services. This would be administratively as well as politically impossible. In short, Vander Zalm’s proposal can’t be done and the refund he dangled doesn’t exist. It’s too bad more people didn’t understand this before they signed the petition. So if you vote Yes next fall, you will still pay the federal GST and you will get back some form of the old PST once the provincial government rehires hundreds of tax staff transferred to the federal government. A finance ministry briefing memo, released last week, points out that if B.C. flipflops and brings back the PST, businesses might leave the province. Some firms that signed contracts based on HST input tax credits may sue the government to recover their losses. B.C.’s reputation as a stable place to invest will be damaged.
Then there is the personal income tax cut, which, like the HST, is intended to attract investment and jobs. Hansen has already notified the Canada Revenue Agency of the 15% reduction so the income tax deducted from your paycheque will be reduced starting Jan. 1. That tax cut will put about $600 million a year into the B.C. consumer economy, a stimulus that will show up in government revenues. But the ministry forecasts it will be several years before growth fills the revenue hole. Hansen insisted that even with the income tax cut, the B.C. government can still get out of deficit by 2013 and have some “flexibility” in this spring’s budget. All this of course rests on the assumption of an economy growing and recovering from recession. Indulging in the latest wacky B.C. political protest would almost certainly weaken that recovery. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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TRI-CITYY LETTERS NDP will miss the premier The Editor, Re. “HST and Evergreen – need we say more?” (Face to Face, The Tri-City News, Nov. 12). Columnist Mary Woo Sims wrote that not a single person has lamented the resignation of Gordon Campbell. This epitomizes her lack of insight. I believe Carole James and the entire NDP (No Democracy Permitted) caucus let out a collective moan when they heard this announcement. It was the death knell that has minimized and/or negated any chance they would have had to win the next election. If all she could find fault in was the premier’s cutting of seniors’ bus passes, tighter restrictions on social assistance and not following guidelines set down by the United Nations, Ms. Woo Sims’ arguments lacked substance. She also mentioned the Evergreen Line. Has she forgotten the Fast Cat ferries? These cost the B.C. taxpayers $440 million and these NDP payoffs to the unions saw virtually no service. That money that could have gone a long way to build better public transit. Tightening up the eligibility requirements? I should hope so. Social assistance/ welfare is a career choice of some people. And how does she think all these social programs are financed? Char m and good intentions? Billions of tax dollars are siphoned into these programs. As for mentioning Premier Campbell’s drunk driving conviction in Hawaii, this is gutless and a moot point. How did this affect the way he served the people of B.C.? I would like make a bet with Ms. Woo Sims that we will be seeing a new leader of the NDP going into the next election. I had been a long-time NDP supporter. Now, the thought of them in power sends chills down my back. Neil Swanson, Coquitlam
Honouring vs. shopping The Editor, Honour our veterans, living and deceased, and our Canadian military currently defending our democratic rights around the world on Remembrance Day or drive across the border looking for a good shopping deal stateside? Sadly, based on the TV news reports last week, far too many Lower Mainland residents chose to make the trek south — including a three-hour wait at the borders — rather than attend Remembrance Day gatherings at their local cenotaphs. Lest we forget and honour those who have proudly served and laid down their lives in Canada’s military, including those currently serving in Canada’s military around the world. Edward Rogers, Coquitlam
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Veteran Ernie Morgan, aided by a local sea cadet, places a wreath at the Port Moody cenotaph during Remembrance Day ceremonies last week.
Let freedom ring forever The Editor, We take freedom for granted. On battlefields old and new, we pause and honour the fallen. We thank them for their legacy, then go about our day and, in haste, impatience or careless indifference, fritter away freedom. The world now craves security first and freedom no better than second in a climate of anxiety and fear ripe for the erosion of our liberties. It is a path to tyranny in a world permeated by more fear, suspicion and, ultimately, despair. A path, in the end, to no security at all. Slowly won, quickly lost, freedom must continually be renewed. We must awaken to this challenge before the dawn rises on a country that we cannot recognize; where you question or criticize your government at your peril; where mere suspicion is enough to bring that knock on your door in the middle of the night and you vanish into some secret prison; where you can be convicted in secret for imagined crimes with no real opportunity for defence; where you, an ordinary citizen, must register your comings and goings with the police; where you can be stopped and searched and be required to justify yourself on any whim; where your home is no longer your castle; where open justice gives way to the caprice of power and influence, and you live by permission, not by right. It is a story all too common in this world. Let it not be our story. Let us heed that faint cry of “Freedom!” echoing from those ancient battlefields while it still rings true. Ron McKinnon, Port Coquitlam
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United Boulevard extension plans get a look Articles by Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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Plans are underway to replace the one-lane bailey bridge over the Brunette River.
Design options for the United Boulevard extension — which would link Coquitlam with New Westminster — will go before the public next week in Coquitlam. TransLink will host an open house Thursday, Nov. 25 at Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave.) from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. to talk about phase one of the North Fraser Perimeter Road, which includes the extension project. On Monday, Coquitlam city council endorsed TransLink’s plan to apply for federal stimulus funding by the end of the year to replace the single-lane bailey bridge over the Brunette River with a four-lane bridge. As well, the plan calls for a controversial grade-separated link to Brunette Avenue, likely over the SkyTrain guideway. If the federal funding is approved, the bridge would be complete by 2014 — with the environmental assessment to start next year — while the four-laning of Brunette Avenue at East Columbia Road in New West would be ready by 2018. The pinch-point on the west side of United Boulevard has been the source of contention for years and has caused major traffic snarl-ups.
Eight years ago, Coquitlam opened the four-lane extension of United Boulevard west of King Edward Street to the New West border. In response, New Westminster’s mayor locked the bridge gate when Coquitlam failed to implement traffic measures as promised. Coquitlam took the Royal City to court but lost when the judge agreed Coquitlam hadn’t addressed the traffic congestion and safety concerns before the extension was built. That decision was overturned in the court of appeal, however, and New West grudgingly re-opened the gate and removed the concrete barriers blocking access to the Braid Street industrial area. The United Boulevard extension is estimated to cost around $150 million (in 2007, the federal government committed $65 million toward the project as part of its Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative). TransLink is adding $60 million, meaning the project has at least a $25-million funding shortfall. • TransLink will hold a public consultation on the North Fraser Perimeter Road tomorrow (Thursday) between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. at the Justice Institute, 715 McBride Blvd., New Westminster. jwarren@tricitynews.com
Cities get provincial cash Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam city halls will get a cash injection from Victoria for grants-in-lieu of taxes for provincial government facilities in the two municipalities. Yesterday, the ministry of Citizens’ Services announced Coquitlam will receive $39,030 while PoCo will get $837,770 for the provincial courthouse and the North Fraser Pre-trial Centre (Port Moody has no government-owned properties). The government buildings in Coquitlam are on the Riverview and Forensic Psychiatric Hospital grounds. In total, the ministry doled out $16.2 million in 2010 grants-in-lieu of taxes to 63 B.C. municipalities. Grants-in-lieu of property taxes are meant to compensate municipalities for services that benefited government properties. The grants are based on the assessed value of provincially owned office buildings and other properties in each municipality.
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Mayor: ‘Threats’ will not be tolerated RCMP officer was on hand as a precautionary measure. Coquitlam city hall is dotting the ‘I’s” and crossing the “T’s” with the shelter. On Monday, council directed staff to expand the public hearing notice beyond the legally required 100 m of the proposed facility. As a result, a mail-out will be sent to homes and businesses between Lougheed Highway, Dewdney Trunk Road and Raleigh Street. The proposed homeless shelter on the city-owned land would include 30 shelter beds plus, on separate floors, another 30 self-contained studio units for the transitional program, for which tenants would pay rent based on their income. In addition, there would be 30 mats available between November and March to help get the homeless off the streets in the cold and wet months. In an online poll and during open houses in September, critics cited concerns about the potential for increased crime and decreased property values if the shelter was to go up near their homes and workplaces. Three years ago, the
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“The hearing will be, I suspect, a bunch of grown-ups talking about serious issues,” Mayor Stewart said Tuesday. “I don’t expect... outbursts and I don’t expect that Coquitlam residents will be anything but respectful.” He added, “Threats of bringing harm to individuals won’t be tolerated. Democracy doesn’t work that way. Democracy isn’t more power to the loudest voice or to the biggest threat.” Stewart was mum on whether RCMP have been contacted to provide security for the hearing. A city spokesperson said: “We’d rather not discuss the details of it except to say that obviously that’s been looked into and taken care of.” C o q u i t l a m RC M P Const. Kristina Biro said Mounties who are part of the Tri-Cities Homeless Task Group will be present and “they will be able to respond accordingly if the need arises,” she said. Last week, when Port Coquitlam city council unanimously endorsed Coquitlam’s public consultation process for 3030 Gordon Ave., an
shelter was identified as a need by the Tri-Cities Homelessness Task Group, which is made up of community service and government representatives. In 2008, the city picked 3030 Gordon Ave., which it owns, as the shelter location. The shelter has been stuck in a holding pattern for at least two years, primarily on wrangling over a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the
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Wrappers & other volunteers Help needed for Unwrapped at Coquitlam Centre mall By Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Tri-City residents have a number of ways they can help Share Family and Community Services help those in need during the holiday season. Volunteers are in high demand this time of year to keep Christmas charity events running smoothly. “That’s
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Above is about half of Port Moody photographer Ronnie Miranda’s 360-degree panoramic photo of the Tri-City skyline, created from some 700 photos that were digitally ‘stitched’ together.
700 photographs later, PoMo man ‘stitches’ together a unique view Next up for a local photog is taking a panoramic approach to a football game in the U.S. By Gary McKenna
CHECK IT OUT • To view Miranda’s shot of the Tri-City skyline and other images, go to www.gigapixel.com/ galleries/360-gigapan.
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A Port Moody man took scenic photography to a new level last month in creating the first ever 360-degree panorama shot of the Tri-City skyline. Using a specially designed computer program, Ronnie Miranda, a graphic designer and 3D animator, spent hours “stitching” together close to 700 images taken from the top of a building in Coquitlam’s city centre. “The technology is basically used for
education and research,” he said. “It was developed by NASA and they used it for the Mars Rover and Spirit expeditions.” The images were selected from 1,000 photos he took using a gigapan robot. With the help of the machine, shots from all angles are taken from one location, which can then be puzzle-pieced together using a computer. The final product is a computer image that allows the viewer to see a 360-degree
view of the region, something Miranda said has not been done before. “We just shoot,” he said. “I go up to the highest point and look for the best view.” This is not the first time Miranda has used the technology. Last summer, he shot a 240-degree skyline image of downtown Vancouver from the 58th floor of the Shangri-La, B.C.’s tallest building. Since then, he has shot the Olympic Oval in Richmond, the ice rink at Robson Square and Ferguson Point at Stanley Park, along with several interior room and lobby shots of the Shangri-La Hotel. His next project is expected to take him to Georgia, where he has been asked to shoot a football game using the gigapan imager. gmckenna@tricitynews.com
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Pickton murder case costs top $100 million BLACK PRESS
Bringing serial killer Robert Pickton to justice has cost B.C. taxpayers more than $100 million. Figures released Monday by the attorney general’s ministry show the police investigation, trial and other costs of the case total $102.8 million since 2001. The single biggest component is approximately $70 million for the RCMP investigation. And that doesn’t include roughly another $30 million in RCMP costs borne by the federal gover nment or the expenditures of the Vancouver Police De par tment on the missing women investigation. Also not included are other federal government costs, such as his appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada. Pickton’s high-powered legal team account for the next biggest disbursement. The provincial government paid $11.7 million towards the cost of his defence. Another $9.2 million went to prosecution costs, including dealing with witnesses, while $6.6 million was for court services, such as trial support and security. Nearly $2.5 million went for services to support Pickton’s victims. Another $1.8 million was spent creating a high-security court room at the New Westminster courts but that’s not counted in the grand total because it will be used in other future cases. The investig ation costs include the massive 20-month g rid search of the 6.8-hectare Port Coquitlam property where forensic investigators found blood samples, bone fragments, DNA and victims’ possessions. Pickton was sentenced to life in prison
with no chance of parole for 25 years after a year-long jury trial with testimony from 128 witnesses. He lost the final appeal of his conviction on six counts of seconddegree murder. Pickton was never tried on 20 more charges
of murdering missing Vancouver women, although he boasted to undercover police that he actually killed 49. Although he is behind bars, the costs related to the case aren’t over yet. To d a t e , j a i l i n g Pickton has cost
$737,000. The provincial gover nment has named former attorney general Wally Oppal to head an inquiry into how police failed to catch the Port Coquitlam pig farmer far sooner. jnagel@blackpress.ca
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Needles and need at Riverside school
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“Maybe, one day, they’ll be walking down the street, see their scarf and will be able to make the connection about what this is all about.” Kelly Selden, Riverside teacher
Students at PoCo high school knit up a storm to help keep Tri-City homeless people warm By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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uring lunch hour twice a week, a dozen or so Riverside secondary school students meet in Kelly Selden’s art room, pull up a chair and ply their needles. There isn’t much talk during the halfhour they’re gathered in Room 107, other than a few pointers from Selden and students on knitting techniques. They like it that way. The quiet time takes their minds off the academic grind and their fast-paced worlds. “It’s relaxing,” said Grade 11 student Emma Thue, 17. “It takes away the stress.” The club also gives them the space to concentrate on the garment they’re creating that, one day, will give warmth and comfort to a person in need. Last November, Selden bought the needles, some wool and sought members for Knitting for the Homeless, which came out of the Port Coquitlam high school’s annual food hamper drive for Share Family and Community Services. In a month, the 12 members, including two boys. made 80 scarves that were donated at Christmas to Northside Foursquare Church, one of five churches in the Tri-Cities that organizes a month-long mat program for the homeless in the cold/wet weather months (the first of this season opened Nov. 1 at St. Andrew’s United Church in Port Moody). This year, the group of 18 students in Grades 10 to 12 aims to knit 100 scarves “or as many as possible,” said Selden, the school’s art and photography teacher. Already, since late September, the club has added at least 15 scarves to the pile remaining from the 2009-’10 session. “I’ve made eight or nine this month alone,” Rebecca Sigrist, 17, a Grade 12 student, said in October. Selden isn’t the only one instructing the kids on the craft. Other teachers pop in to help, socialize or knit but, ideally, Selden would like someone from the community with knitting expertise to offer tips to the kids — some of whom are so eager with their projects that they take their work home. And once the teens get more comfortable with their skills, Selden hopes to start them on toques and mittens. “We’ll get there,” she said. “It’s just a matter of time and patience.” Knitting is back in vogue, Selden said, noting the art skipped a generation in some families. “My grandmother taught me,” she said, “and I think many students are learning from their grandmothers, too. “It gives them a sense of accomplishment when they’re done and the ability to produce something from scratch.” Selden plans to make up cloth tags to sew into the scarves that read “Made with love from the students at Riverside.” As well, she will take some club members to Northside’s Grace campus next month for the donation drop-off “so that they can see where their product is going.” “Maybe, one day, they’ll be walking down the street, see their scarf and will be able to make the connection about what this is all about.” jwarren@tricitynews.com
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Students at Port Coquitlam’s Riverside secondary plan to knit 100 scarves by Christmas to donate to homeless people in the Tri-Cities through PoCo’s Northside Foursquare Church. In September alone, the teens had added at least 15 scarves to a pile started during the previous school year. The club’s sponsor, teacher Kelly Selden, is looking for donations of wool for the kids’ project.
HELP KNITTERS & HOMELESS • Riverside secondary’s Knitting for the Homeless club needs thick wool (in masculine colours) to make scarves. If you can help, email kselden@sd43.bc.ca.
20 Tri-City News Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Fantasy provides exciting reading for children A GOOD READ Barbara Weston
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f someone had told me five years ago that I would one day become a children’s librarian, I would have said they were one brick short of a load. I was terrified of children, especially in groups, where I was afraid they would develop a pack mentality, sense my fear and zero in for the kill. How ironic that I now spend my days working with children, helping them develop their literacy skills and recommending books for them to read. And I love everything about it: The joy of working everyday with youngsters at the beginning of life’s journey and the fun of building my knowledge by reading a wide variety of children’s books. Although I read any genre, fantasy is my favourite, so I decided to review some titles for readers ages nine to 12 years. My favourite fantasy series at the moment is the Underland Chronicles by Suzanne
Collins. In the first book, Gregor the Overlander, the 11-year-old title character is stuck at home caring for his baby sister and his ailing grandmother. When his sister falls down a chute in the laundry room, Gregor tries to rescue her and discovers a hidden world beneath the Earth’s surface inhabited by translucent-skinned humans, giant rats, bats, spiders and cockroaches. I especially enjoyed the scenes with Gregor’s two-year-old sister, Boots. She has a talent for making friends with the various bugs and arachnids, and her amusing relationships often save the day for the older kids. There are
five books in the series, each as good as the last, and if you like the Underland Chronicles, Collins is also the author of a fabulous trilogy for teens that begins with The Hunger Games. If you liked the Harry Potterr series, you may enjoy the adventures of 10-year-old Charlie Bone. The Children of the Red King series by Jenny Nimmo features eight books that all hold up well over the course of the story. In the first book, Midnight for Charlie Bone, Charlie discovers he can hear people talking in photographs. Suddenly, his mean and previously neglectful grandmother and aunts take an interest in him and Charlie is sent to Bloors Academy for “gifted” children. Charlie must learn to fit in and find out what it means to be an endowed child of the Red King. There are similarities to the Potter books — children with magical talents are sent to a special school — but here the comparison ends. Bloors Academy is no Hogwarts and the evil villains are much closer to home. The latest novel from children’s author Grace Lin n is a treat. Where the Mountain
Meets the Moon is a departure from her last two award-winning books, The Year of the Dog and The Year of the Rat. Beautifully illustrated, the book is part adventure, part Chinese mythology. It tells the story of Minli, a young girl who steals away from home to seek her family’s fortune. Raised on her father’s stories, she sets off to find NeverEnding Mountain and the Man in the Moon so she may ask him how to save her family from poverty. As she travels, she meets many characters, each telling his or her own story, which in turn advances Minli’s quest. Since I joined the children’s department at Coquitlam Public Library, I have read many juvenile books but rarely found any as enjoyable as the ones above, so try these. Everyone should occasionally escape to another world. For fantasy and many other genres for kids and adults, visit your local public library. A Good Read is a column by Tri-City librarians that is published every Wednesday. Barbara Weston is children’s librarian at Coquitlam Public Library.
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TRI-CITY PLACES OF WORSHIP King of Life Lutheran Church Adult Faith Study 9am Sunday Worship & Sunday School 10am 1504 Sprice Ave. (at Schoolhouse)
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TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall, 2697 Sunnyside Road, Anmore, B.C. at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010 to consider the following bylaw: Bylaw Number: Anmore Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 501-2010 Location: 3295 Sunnyside Road Purpose of Bylaw: To amend Section 306.1 - Minimum Lot Size for Grocery Retailing Use within the Commercial 1 (C-1) zone of Anmore Zoning Bylaw No. 374-2004 (as amended) by reducing the minimum lot size from 4047 square meters (1 acre) to 666.4 square meters (0.16 acres) To amend Schedule “A” of Anmore Zoning Bylaw No. 374-2004 (as amended) by rezoning the lands as outlined in heavy black outline from RCH-1 (Compact Housing 1) to RS-1 (Residential 1) and RS-1 (Residential 1 ) to RCH-1 (Compact Housing 1).
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Salmon in the swim in PoCo The 11th annual Hyde Creek Salmon Festival drew crowds to the hatchery on the Port Coquitlam creek Sunday. Above, Hyde Creek Watershed Society volunteer Shane Peachman gives a talk at the group’s education centre, where families got an up-close look at dead salmon and where 11-year-old Lucas Fehr (far right) got to do a dissection. Top right, the guest of honour.
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Development, dollars for babies’ parents Baby’s First Year, which is open to moms, dads and grandparents with babies up to 12 months old, is on every Friday from 1:45 to 3:15 p.m. at Place Maillardville community centre in Coquitlam. Participants obtain information, conversation and support. This is a
free drop-in program and no registration is required. Topics and speakers for November and December are: • Nov. 19: Developmental milestones — Mihaela Ola, infant development consultant; • Nov. 26: Financial education for
young families — DesirÊe Dupuis of Three Sixty Financial Group; • Dec. 3: Salsa babies — Lara Leontowich of Runners and Booties Fitness; • Dec. 10: Musical expressions — music and your baby with Joney Poon, musical therapist;
• and Dec. 17: Baby’s first year holiday wrap-up party with Patty Bojczuk, stress management consultant. For more information on any Place Maillardville program and/or to volunteer, call 604-933-6146 or drop by 1200 Cartier Ave.
Purple ribbon to end violence Purple will be the colour for fighting racism, ending violence against women and promoting human rights during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence campaign running Nov. 25 to Dec. 10. That’s the colour of the ribbon the Tri-City Transitions Society will be handing out to emphasize that violence against women is a human rights violation and a community issue. Purple ribbons will be distributed to service providers, organizations and businesses. People will be encouraged to wear a purple ribbon to symbolize their commitment to eradicating gender-based violence and to examine their own life for violence and oppressive behaviours. To participate, email wrcl@tricitytransitions. com or call 604-941-6311. All local businesses, schools and individuals are invited to take part in the campaign.
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Builders launch coats campaign Tri-City Newss collecting coats The Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association (GVHBA) has launched its 15th annual Coats for Kids campaign in support of the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau, a group whose many initiatives help to provide a brighter Christmas for families in need. In addition to the GVHBA office, 33 member companies at 46 locations in 13 municipalities will serve as coat drop-off sites through Nov. 30. As well, The Tri-City News and other Black Press newspapers is partnering with the GVHBA to collect coats. “Last year, the response to Coats for Kids was heart-warming as Lower Mainland residents donated more than 3,000 coats, scarves, gloves, blankets and new unwrapped toys and gifts for distribution to children, teenagers and adults,” said GVHBA Chairman Todd Senft. “I am delighted so many prominent members of our association are participating.” Tri-City drop-off locations for Coats for Kids Campaign through Nov. 30 are:
COQUITLAM • Gauvin 2000 Construction Ltd., 200-1140 Austin Ave., weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; • Blue Ocean Construction Inc., 221-17 Fawcett Rd., weekdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; • Morningstar Homes Ltd., second floor, 946 Brunette Ave., weekdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Fundraising to hold exploitation sessions A local child advocacy group is taking its message to the streets in the hopes of ending child sexual exploitation. The 15-year-old Children of the Street Society has launched a campaign to raise funds for empowering prevention workshops for middle and high school students in School District 43 and around B.C. Called Transform a Life, the campaign urges donors to contribute $15 to the society to cover the cost of a workshop on sexual exploitation for one young person. The campaign also includes a list of 15 Ways You Can Help which in-
vites people of all ages to take action to protect children and youth. Among the ideas is hosting a holiday fundraiser, joining a Facebook group, writing letters to government, or donating instead of buying a gift for a friend or family member. “We need individuals to take an uncomfortable look at what is really happening in their own community and then do something about it,” says Diane Sowden, executive director for Children of the Street. Sowden says sexual exploitation may be less visible on the street but
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Take a trip to Morocco D o yo u h ave t h e urge to travel to exotic places? You need not go farther than Port Coquitlam, where at Terry Fox Library later this month, you can sit back and relax as John Gordon, winner of both provincial and national photography awards, shares a wealth of wonderful memories and eye-catching photos from a trip to Morocco. Participant will get a tour of the ancient trading city of Marrakesh, visit the fishing port of Essaouria, with its Portuguese ramparts, crafts and unique street life, and cross the Atlas Mountains by bus to the desert city of Quarzazate. All this and more will be covered Thursday, Nov. 25 from 7 to 8 p.m. at Terry Fox Library, located at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. To reserve a spot, visit the library or phone 604-927-7999.
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THURSDAY, NOV. 18 • PoCo Heritage and Cultural Society meeting, 1 p.m., in the Gathering Place in Leigh Square. Speaker: Sven Hansen, Second World War veteran, on The Memory Project. Guests welcome. Info: Pippa, 604-927-7611 or www.pocomuseum.org. • Northeast Coquitlam Ratepayers Association monthly meeting, 7 p.m., Victoria Hall, corner Victoria and Soball, Coquitlam. Speaker: Drake Stephens, Coquitlam’s Bear Aware co-ordinator. Info: 604-941-2462. • Burquitlam Community Association AGM, 7-9 p.m., Room 224 at Sir Frederick Banting middle school, Coquitlam. • Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce AGM, 10:30 a.m.1:30 p.m., Executive Plaza Hotel and Conference Centre, 405 North Rd., Coquitlam. Guest speaker: Craig Wright, chief economist at RBC. Info: 604-464-2716; register online at www.tricitieschamber.com. • Tri-City Christian Women’s Club Luncheon, noon, Executive Plaza Hotel and Conference Centre, 405 North Rd., Coquitlam. Speaker: Marcella Benda on “Wrapped in Loveâ€?; feature: fall fair. Reservations: Marie, 604-4202667 by Nov. 15. • Hang Tough Arthritis Community Group meets 1 p.m. i the Nancy Bennett Room of the Poirier Library in Coquitlam. Featured will be a bake sale and an exercise video. Info: 604-944-4227.
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FRIDAY, NOV. 19 • Tri-City Singles Social Club meets, 7:30 p.m., 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 is $20 a year and meetings are held on the third Friday of each month, new members are welcome. Information: tricityclub@gmail.com, Marcy, 604-3469776 or Phyllis, 604-472-0016. • Dr. Charles Best secondary school anniversary celebration at the school, 2525 Como Lake Ave., Coquitlam; all current and former staff, students and Best family members, as well as members of the community at large, are invited to attend a celebration marking Best’s 40th anniversary as a school and 10th anniversary as a high school. Festivities include alumni sports, a walk down memory lane, a school showcase, fine arts performances and more. Info: kblakeway@sd43.bc.ca or 604-461-5581. • Heritage Mountain elementary school holiday bazaar, 3-9 p.m., 125 Ravine Dr., Port Moody; more than 30 professional vendors, kids’ games, raffle and many activities. All welcome. Info: www.hmebazaar.shorturl.com or hembazaar@gmail.com. • 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.
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WEDNESDAY, NOV. 24 • Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club stamp display and presentation by a collector; stamp “swap and shopâ€? at 7 p.m., presentation after 8 p.m. in McGee Room at the community centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca or 604-941-9306.
THURSDAY, NOV. 25 • PoCo Heritage and Cultural Society heritage evening, 7-8 p.m. at the Archives in Leigh Square. Topic: 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Navy. Info: 604-927-7611. • Stones & Style fashion show, presented by Joye Designs Stone Art Gallery, Saint Street Grill restaurant, 2510 St. Johns St., PoMo; seating at 5:30 p.m., menu selection at 6 p.m., fashion show at 7 p.m. Tickets: $35, available at 604-931-2662 ($1,000 to be donated to PoMo’s Seaview elementary school). Info: www.joyedesigns.ca. see page 31
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RN4964A
2004
Toyota
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125405
$14,995
TD5298A
2008
Dodge
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Silver
54065
$37,995
P8185
2006
Toyota
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Silver
59917
$11,995
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2009
Toyota
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43675
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2007
Toyota
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Grey
75742
$17,995
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2006
Toyota
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66699
$12,988
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2007
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80200
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2009
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18500
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2007
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2005
Toyota
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116249
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2007
Dodge
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69872
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2009
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69042
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2003
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2006
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103380
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2007
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2010
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29000
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2003
Toyota
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FRIDAY, NOV. 26 • Tri-City Singles Social Club singles dance, 8 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St., PoCo. Tickets: $10 at the door. Information: tricityclub@gmail. com or Mary 604-464-1986.
SATURDAY, NOV. 27 • Hawthorne’s Lodge Christmas bake sale and bazaar, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 2111 Hawthorne Ave. (entrance on Tyner), PoCo; baked goods and handcrafted items plus a large white elephant sale with bargains. All proceeds benefit Hawthorne residents and tenants. • Serenity Saturday for Al-Anon Family Group, noon, Como Lake United Church (room 203), 535 Marmont St., Coquitlam. Info: 604-688-1716.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 1 • Hyde Creek Watershed Society monthly meeting, 7:15 p.m., Hyde Creek Education Centre and Hatchery, 3636 Coast Meridian Rd., PoCo; guests welcome. Info: 604-461-3474 or www.hydecreek.org.
NOTICES • The Family Resource Centre at Westwood elementary school, in co-operation with School District 43, is offering multi-sensory literacy tutoring; one-hour sessions at 4 p.m. are available to all children ages 5-8 in the TriCities. Info: ldafrasernorth@gmail.com. • Royal Canadian Legion has tables available for its Christmas craft fair, to be held Sunday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Rental costs $35 per table. Info: 604-942-8911.
• Christmas with Santa fundraiser will be held Dec. 4 at PoCo Legion and tickets must be purchased by Nov. 23; event runs 9-11:30 a.m. and includes breakfast, face painting, a visit with Santa and a loot bag. Tickets: $15 per person. Info: Sherry, 604-942-2482.00000
• Tickets on sale for Terry Fox secondary school music department’s 17th annual Trivia night and silent auction, to be held Nov. 20. With Mayor Greg Moore as MC, there will be seven to eight rounds of questions as players compete for a variety of prizes. Money raised will support the students of the music department for performance tours and workshops. Tickets cost $20 a person and tables of eight are reserved and pre-paid. Players are urged to book early as the event usually sells out. Bookings: Laura, 604-944-1562. If you don’t have a full table, call and organizers may be able to set you up with other interested players. No tickets are sold at the door. • Registration is ongoing for boys and girls for the 5th Coquitlam Scouting group for the Beaver Colony (K–Grade 2), Cub Pack (Grades 3–5) and Scout Troop (Grades 6–8). This Scouting group meets at Baker Drive elementary school, 885 Baker Dr., Coquitlam. Info: casanna@shaw.ca. • Girl Guides takes registrations on an ongoing basis for Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, Rangers and adult women volunteers. Training and mentoring available for new volunteers. Info: www.girlguides.ca or call 1-800-565-8111.
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TRI-CITYY ARTS
CONTACT Janis Warren email: jwarren@tricitynews.com phone: 604-472-3034 • fax: 604-944-0703
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Seahorse Splash is a miniature mixed-media sculpture by Joy Kirkwood that’s appearing in Place des Arts’ annual Positively Petite exhibition, which opens at a gala event tomorrow (Thursday). Also that night, the Coquitlam facility will toast a new display of portraits by artist Sandrine Pelissier and officially launch its Christmas boutique. Below, Pelissier’s “Skate Board Park” (at left) and “One of a Kind Louise.”
Childhood revisited in art By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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riends and family of artist Sandrine Pelissier may be studying themselves a bit more than usual at the opening of her portraiture exhibit at Coquitlam's Place des Arts tomorrow (Thursday). That's because the North Vancouver painter takes liberties when she interprets their faces on canvas. "The work isn't about the person or the physical resemblance," she said Monday. "It's more about telling a story... Seeing the bigger picture." Pelissier likes her audience to make up stories about the subjects they're viewing — What are they thinking? Where are they? What are their circumstances? — and to let their imaginations wander. The self-taught artist mostly paints with watercolours, but she also attaches mixed media to some pieces. For her solo show at Place des Arts, her second at the Coquitlam facility in four years, Pelissier has 20 portraits — measuring 15 by 22 inches — in the Leonore Peyton Salon until Dec. 18. Her friends, her three kids and their friends are her inspirations. "The thing with [painting] children is it reminds me of my childhood," she said. Raised about 50 kilometres from Paris, Pelissier and her family immigrated to Canada about a decade ago when the French economy soured. She stayed at home with the children, Leo, Louise and Charlotte, while her husband worked and, when they were in school, "I really needed to do something for myself," so she took up the paint brush and started to dab. And her reputation has grown over the
past eight years: she's part of the Federation of Canadian Artists and, this year, attained associate membership status and signature membership with the Northwest Watercolor Society and San Diego Watercolor Society. Her artwork has also been featured in juried exhibits around North America and published. Usually, Pelissier uses a photograph as her base. "When I look at pictures and faces, I try to see something that's speaking at me," she said. "I try to paint that." Her backgrounds are abstract, as if in a haze or a fairy tale, thereby adding intimacy and energy to the portrait, and highlighting the face. • Pelissier will give a floor talk and lead a portraiture workshop at Family Day on Sunday.’
MINUTE ART Meanwhile, Place des Arts will also launch
its annual Positively Petite miniature display tomorrow night, featuring 2D and 3D works. Among those returning to the exhibit is Place des Arts artisan John Ostenstad, whose tiny hand-carved wooden gnomes and animals are popular. Also back are watercolour and acrylic artist James Koll and mixed-media artists Joy Kirkwood and Marie Seabrook. New exhibitors include the ceramic art team of Keith and Celia Jones, paper quilling artist Robin Wong and painter/mixedmedia artist Sarah Mulder. Wire and fibre
jewellery artist Amanda Maxwell, whose pieces are a regular feature in Place des Arts’ gift shop, will also show in the exhibit for the first time. As well, Place des Arts’ Christmas Boutique will officially open the same night. An extension of the centre's gift shop, the boutique includes locally handcrafted pieces like jewellery, candles and ornaments. • A reception for the three exhibits is Nov. 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave.). jwarren@tricitynews.com
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(JWJOH The Evergreen Cultural Centre presents a solo exhibition of new and recent works by Marcus Bowcott, from Nov. 19 to Jan. 8. The North Vancouver artist will attend the opening reception at the ECC art gallery on Sunday, Nov. 21 from 4 to 6 p.m.
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Changing landscape of Pacific in art show A solo exhibit that focuses on the ever-changing landscape of the Pacific Ocean opens at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre on Friday. The display of new and recent works by North Vancouver artist Marcus Bowcott, titled “Cut Blocks, Stacks and Bundles,� runs until Jan. 8; a reception will be held on Sunday, from 4 to 6 p.m., with Bowcott in attendance. Capturing images like log booms along the Fraser River, Bowcott’s art is also a reflection of the forest industry, industrialization and commerce along Metro Vancouver’s shorelines. His installations and sculptures also explore human evolution, and natural and shifting environments. For example, Bowcott’s stacked logs are replaced with stacked cars, piled high on each other. The work re-
minds him of deserted cars he once saw along the north arm bank of the Fraser. A drawing and painting teacher at Capilano University for nearly 20 years, Bowcott has his master’s degree in painting from the Royal College of Art, London, England, and is a graduate of the Ontario College of Art in Toronto. His most recent exhibit was at the Contemporary Art Institute of Detroit and at the Canadian Pavilion at the Cheong Ju Craft Biennale Unity & Diversity. Bowcott is the recipient of several grants and awards including the Canada Council, the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation and the BC Arts Council. His work is in public, corporate and private collections. • The ECC art gallery is open from Monday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.
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Easy to find original, local art with the click of a mouse ArtsConnect is offering an easy way for people to wrap up unique, handmade gifts to put under the Christmas tree this year with a new feature on its website. A link on its homepage (www. artsconnect.ca) titled “Holiday Art Sales” takes shoppers to a page listing all the places where they can shop for original arts and crafts in the Tri-Cities — whether it’s at a one-day event or part of an ongoing exhibit. “It’s the time of year when we want to encourage people to shop local and buy art and crafts created by local artists,” said Helen Daniels, executive director of ArtsConnect. “People can own a piece of art for a price that’s not going to break the bank, because a lot of the pieces are often smaller pieces but they’re still one-of-a-kind.” The Holiday Art Sales page lists all the dates, times, websites and phone numbers for each event and Daniels said it will be updated continuously when new
events are announced. To have your holiday art sale listed, contact info@artsconnect.ca.
CIRCLE CRAFT The annual Circle Craft Christmas Market is an event not to be missed for early holiday shoppers and, this year, they’ll be able to pick up items from several Tri-City crafters. Wood turners Kerry Deane and Dennis Cloutier, the duo behind Running Dog Woodworking Coquitlam, are offering their utilitarian and artistic pieces, including stunning bowls, vases, ornaments and more. Another Coquitlam-based business, the line of ultra-cosy blankets called Designed 4 Kids, will have great gifts for the little ones in your life. As well, art students from Riverside and Gleneagle secondary schools will be showcasing their work as part of the Student Art Exhibition. The 37th annual Circle Craft
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A contemporary dance troupe will retur n to Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre this weekend with a new production. CollabArt Creations — along with DansArts et al — will present “Saligia: 7 Gifts for Clara” on Saturday and Sunday. The show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are $25/$20 through the box office at 604-927-6555. CollabArt Creations was last on the ECC stage four years ago when it performed “Perspectives,” which linked dance with visual images. Its new production, “Saligia,” is twist on “The Nutcracker” but combines the seven deadly sins. Candice Woloshyn, playing Aunt Drosselmira, takes the main character, Clara, on a journey through the land of “sinful suites,” and examines an alternate meaning of Christmas. As with “Perspectives,” video and visual effects are used.
MUNSCH CONTEST The deadline is fast approaching for the Munsch at Home contest. The renowned Canadian children’s author wants families to pick up a pencil and play in the Family Literacy Day organization’s competition. “Write about something you have experienced as a family and then stretch it,” Munsch said in a news release. “Last year’s winning story seemed to be about the way a real family would interact with music.” To enter by Nov. 25, visit www.familyliteracyday.ca.
Directed by Kylah Powell and Sarah Sutherland, CollabArt — a five-year-old dance company — employs both emerging and professional dancers to interpret innovative work while DansArts et all, under the artistic direction of Heather Kendell, forms alliances with artists with a goal to preserving the performing arts. Powell is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Kansas City and studied for a summer at the Alvin Ailey Dance Center in New York City. Currently, she teaches dance at the Surrey Dance Centre and Creative Dance Association. Sutherland is also a UMK grad and taught and performed in England while Kendell is an SFU grad and has served on the executive boards of dance organizations, including the Canadian Dance Teachers’ Association, BC branch.
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ARTS CALENDAR THIS WEEK • Nov. 18: Opening reception at 7 p.m. at Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam) for art show by Sandrine Pelissier, titled The Landscape of the Face, and a mixed media miniature exhibit, called Positively Petite. • Nov. 18: World War Two veteran Svend Hansen speaks at 1 p.m. about The Memory Project at the Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural Society (2571 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam). • Nov. 19: String Serenade, presented by Trinity United Church (2211 Prairie Ave., Port Coquitlam), at 8 p.m. features violinist Yuel Yawney, soprano Katy Hedalen and pianist Karen Lee-Morlang. Tickets are $20/$15/$50 for family of four, available at the door or at 604-942-0022. • Nov. 20 and 21: CollabArt Creations and DansArts et all presents Saligia: 7 Gifts for Clara at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam), at 7 p.m. Tickets $25/20 at the box office 604-927-6555. • Nov. 20: Saturday Salsa Night at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam), from 7 p.m. to midnight, with free salsa class at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10/$12 at the door, available at 604-725-4654 . • Nov. 20: Port Moody Band Showcase, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Kyle Centre (125 Kyle St., Port Moody) for ages 13+ featuring bands Slenderman, Laika, REV, DST and Sally’s Hot. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., tickets $7. • Nov. 20: Belcarra Arts Weekend, featuring a wide range of art by artists of all ages, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Belcarra community hall. Call 604-9370143 or 604-931-7396.
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THIS MONTH • Until Nov. 23: Painting exhibit by members of the Wilson Centre Art Group, under the tutelage of instructors Susan Cowan and Tian Lee, at the Terry Fox Library (2470 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam). • Nov. 23: Off the Grid, improvised music series, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Gathering Place at Leigh Square in Port Coquitlam. • Nov. 26: Unplugged at the Crossroads Coffeehouse features open stage night at 7 p.m. at the Gathering Place at Leigh Square, Port Coquitlam. Admission $5. • Nov. 26: A Touch of Brass and Friends: Quartet, Quintet, Tentet at 8 p.m. at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). • Nov. 25 and 27: Shift Performing Arts Society presents Purely Cabaret, a
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Musicians ‘serenade’ at PoCo church this week The sounds of Edith Piaf, Claude Debussy and Johannes Brahms will fill a Port Coquitlam church on Friday at a concert featuring three well-known classical musicians. Karen Lee-Morlang (piano), Katy Hedalen (soprano) and Yuel Yawney (violin) will perfor m in “String Serenade” at the Trinity United Church at 8 p.m. Lee-Morlang, who grew up in Coquitlam, is an artist director of Koncert Kontinuum with Hedalen while Yawney is part of the famed Borealis String Quartet. Lee-Morlang has also gained an international reputation for her collaborative skills at the piano and by championing art music to new audiences. She has two music degrees from the University of B.C. The other “K” sister, Hedalen is also a UBC grad and earned her
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Express on track Unbeaten in 3 since Krgovich trade By Larry Pruner THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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Daman Karla of Surrey’s Princess Margaret Lions juggles the ball in front of the Dr. Charles Best Blue Devils’ Tanner Roughead in a Fraser Valley AAA senior boys high school soccer playoff game last Wednesday in Coquitlam. The Lions won 5-0 to relegate the Blue Devils to sixth place heading into the provincials Nov. 25-27 in Burnaby. Port Moody Blues beat the Enver Creek Cougars of Surrey 2-1 in overtime to finish third.
John T r avo l t a smartly portrayed a real-life angel in the 1996 movie, Michael. Starring today for the Coquitlam Express is another Michael, who’s truly been a godsend for the B.C. Hockey League squad. His surname is Krgovich. Losers of eight straight games bef o r e a c q u i ring Krgovich via a trade last week with the Salmon Arm Silverbacks, the Express have since won two and tied one in three outings with the slick 20-yearold forward patrolling the ice for his native Coquitlam. Krgovich was on the ice for two of his team’s tallies in his Express debut last Wednesday –– a 3-1 victory over the Nanaimo Clippers at the Sports Centre –– and was on the plus-side for another pair Friday when the locals knocked off the visiting Chiefs 4-2 as Langley dipped to 14-7-0-4. In a matinee affair on home ice Sunday,
Krgovich tucked in a goal with just one tick left on the clock as the Express pulled out a thrilling 3-3 deadlock with Alber ni Valley Bulldogs before 643 satisfied fans. The result boosted the Express to 10-9-1-4 and into a sixth-place tie with the Bulldogs in the eightteam Coastal Conference. “I’ve known Mike since he was 10 years old and he’s the same at 20 as he was back then... super intense, highly competitive and a total heart and soul kid,� raved Express head coach Jon Calvano. “When you’re winning games, everybody feels good. You can’t say that’s the end all, be all but bringing in Mike Krgovich shows we’re committed to being a competitive team.� Against Alberni, the Express led 2-1 after the first period before the Bulldogs scored the only two goals of the second to take a one-goal margin into the third. see DEVJI, page 38
Centaurs’ trickery riddles Rams in wildcard tilt By Larry Pruner THE TRI-CITY NEWS
The razzle dazzle came early Saturday from the Centennial Centaurs and rendered the Mt. Douglas Rams dizzy in the end. The Cents scored on a trick play on their first play from scrimmage and went on to run circles around the host Rams, posting a lopsided 53-28 triumph in a B.C. AAA senior high school football wildcard playoff game in Victoria. The victory advanced the Cents to the quarter-finals versus the Owls in Kelowna this Saturday, while the No. 1-ranked Terry Fox Ravens collide with the Notre Dame Jugglers that same day at UBC’s Thunderbird
Stadium, 5:30 p.m. The Jugglers advanced via a 38-0 thrashing Saturday of the Salmon Arm Golds. The Cents jumped out to a cat-quick 7-0 lead when they ran a double-reverse bomb on their opening play, with quarterback Bobby Pospischil hitting Jamie Moors on a 70-yard pass-and-run play for a touchdown. The Cents took complete charge after that, building a 48-14 lead at the intermission, then sailing through the second half using mostly reserves. “We kept them completely off balance on offence,� said Centaurs head coach Ryk Piche. “That first play, I just thought they wouldn’t be expecting that, especially that soon, and it worked to perfection. After that,
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Devji hot in goal for hosts
Kodiaks lick Cats A t wo - g a m e w i n streak for the Port Moody Black Panthers came to an abrupt halt Saturday when they were spanked 6-2 by the Aldergrove Kodiaks at PoMo Arena. The Kodiaks raced to a 3-0 lead with the Pacific International Jr. ‘B’ hockey league game seven minutes old and out-shot the Cats 4234, inluding 18-9 in the opening frame. Zack Henry and C a m e ro n L aw s o n scored the tallies for the Cats, who slid to 7-9-4 on the season. The Kodiaks jumped to 10-11-0. The Cats host the Squamish Wolf Pack, whom they beat backto-back last week, on S a t u r d ay a t P o M o Arena, 7:45 p.m.
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Brad Reid (83) of the Coquitlam Express slams on the brakes during Sunday’s BCHL game at the Sports Centre. The Express ran their unbeaten string to three games via a 3-3 deadlock with the Alberni Valley Bulldogs.
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WILD RIDE Keon Taffe of the Coquitlam Wildcats tries to break free from three White Rock Titan defenders during a VMFL Peewee playoff game Sunday at Kevin Chin Field. Taffe had a touchdown as the Wildcats stormed to a 39-0 victory.
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DGS CANADA 2 DAY FORKLIFT WEEKEND COURSE Every Saturday at 8:30am #215, 19358-96 Ave. Surrey NO reservations: 604-888-3008 www.dgscanada.ca Ask about our other Courses... *Stand up Reach *Fall Protection *Aerial Lift *RoughTerrain Forklift *Bobcat *WHMIS & much more. “Preferred by Employers
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Optician Training Start January 27, 2011 BC College Of Optics 604-581-0101
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WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR AN ENGINEER AT COQUITLAM CENTRE
Inside LBD Lord Baden Powell School
TIMESHARE
SUNNY WINTER Specials. At Florida’s Best Beach-New Smyrna Beach. Stay a week or longer. Plan a beach wedding or family reunion. www.NSBFLA.com or 1-800-541-9621.
CHILDREN
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BE YOUR OWN BOSS with Great Canadian Dollar Store. New franchise opportunities in your area. Call 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229 or visit our website: www.dollarstores.com today.
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CELEBRATIONS
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4th Class Power Engineering Certificate. Experience in building maintenance including the handling and maintenance of various pieces of power equipment. Must be able to work independently and prioritize daily activities. Occasional heavy lifting and working from heights. Maintain a neat and tidy appearance of person and uniform. Interpersonal skills are required for this position as there will be daily contact with the tenants as well as the general public. Must have a valid B.C. driver’s license.
Interested applicants should contact: David Smyth, Operations Supervisor, Coquitlam Centre, dsmyth@morguard.com, no later than Nov 23, 2010
Train to be a Cardiology Technologist in 60 weeks. Recognized by the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists and accredited by the Canadian Medical Association. www.stenbergcollege.com
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
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#8518 1370-1440 Cambridge Dr (even) 1305-1427 Foster Ave 656-669 Gatensbury St 1507 Grover Ave 649-651 Schoolhouse St
Christmas Cash! Up to $20 per Hour! Like music and a team environment?
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We are looking for team players in our fast paced world of advertising! Rapid advancement and travel. Will train! No sales or phones
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#6062 802-1274 Alderside Rd (even)
CLASS 1 super-B drivers wanted to haul lumber within BC. must have 3 yrs exp and clean abstract. Fax res and ab to 604-850-0597 or call Brian @ 604-302-6125
#6002 3313-3375 Dewdney Trunk Rd 101-102 Fraser St
EXPERIENCED Apt Maintenance and Landscaper. Must have vehicle. Fax. resume to: (604)939-9871
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NOW HIRING ASSISTANT MANAGERS & CREW All Shifts Flexible Hours We provide training, free uniforms, benefits, competitive wages with excellent growth opportunity. Join one of Canada’s 50 Best Employers. Apply in person with resume to
Manager at 2 locations: McDonald’s Restaurants 531 Clarke Road, Coquitlam 3033 St. John’s St, Port Moody or email: mcd12135@msn.com
SANDWICH ARTISTS Westwood & Lougheed ALL SHIFTS, F/T and P/T No experience necessary. Uniform and training provided. 1 free meal included daily.
TRADES, TECHNICAL
HEAVY EQUIPMENT PARTS/SERVICE TECHNICIANS. Brandt Tractor has exciting positions available in many communities throughout Canada including: Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Fort Nelson, Fort Saint John, Grande Prairie, Regina and Saskatoon. Find out about our exciting career opportunities at www.brandttractor.com. Call 306791-5979. Email resume indicating position title & location: hr@brandttractor.com Fax 306-791-5986 LAFARGE Maintenance Supervisor - Richmond, BC Ensures that technical standards are adhered to, safety rules and procedures are followed, pre and post job clean-up and planned schedules are met. Develop a strong culture. Technologist certification in a mechanical discipline or certification in a mechanical trade The preferred candidate will have knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment. Minimum of 5 years experience in heavy industry. To Apply: e-mail careers-wcan@lafarge-na.com with “Richmond Supervisor” in the subject line or fax 403-271-3153
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GREENHOUSE WORKERS, F/T, needed in the Pitt Meadows area. $10.25/hr. Day shift & some wknds Exp an asset. Must be fluent in English. Apply by fax 604-460-1803 or email to: john@hollandia.ca LMS Reinforcing Steel Group Hiring REBAR INSTALLERS for for various full-time jobs throughout the Lower Mainland. Experience pref’d, not mandatory. Competitive Wage & Benefits Please fill out an on line application at: www.lmsgroup.ca
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604-460-8058 #7 - 20306 Dewdney Trunk, M.Ridge NEW SPECIAL: Before 12pm - $10 off with ad
KITCHEN MANAGEMENT You will be responsible for daily operations: purchasing inventory control, receiving, preparation of all food stuffs, staffing & scheduling of up to 20 staff, including on-going training supervision & development. Only applicants with previous experience & Food Safe certificate will qualify. Fax or email resume with cover letter: Boston Pizza: Terrace Ryan Konowalyk. Fax: 250638-8409 Email: rkonowalyk@nechako-northcoast.com
MEDICAL/DENTAL
OPHTHALMOLOGY office needs
MOA / O R Booking Clerk ~ F/T Technician experience would be an asset. Fax resumes to Dr. Tsuyuki’s office at Surrey Eye Care Center 604-951-9588 or email: admin@surreyeyecare.ca
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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
C-LOVERS requires p/t fish fryer req’d with experience. Fax resume to 604-464-3699.
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#8111 1900-2080 Austin Ave (even) 1901-2087 Edgewood Ave 407-483 Glenholme St 411-496 Midvale St 395-495 Montgomery St 1904-1912 Rhodena Ave
FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944
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OTHER ROUTES NOT LISTED MAY BE AVAILABLE. PLEASE CALL TO ENQUIRE. If you live on or near one these routes and you are interested in delivering the papers please call Circulation
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who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? Qualified applicants receive training, support and remuneration. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door. Make it yours. Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.bc.ca
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Now seeking Full & Part-time sales associates & pump attendants. Email resume: c00026@mktng.ca
The following routes are now available to deliver the NEWS in the Tri-City area:
Some great kids aged 12 to 18
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EDUCATION/TUTORING
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 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. POWERBOATS IN SUMMER, Snowmobiles in Winter, ATV’s in between! GPRC Fairview Campus, Alberta. Learn to repair small engines, recreational vehicles. Apprenticeship opportunity. On-campus residences. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview. POWERBOATS IN SUMMER, Snowmobiles in Winter, ATV’s in between! GPRC Fairview Campus, Alberta. Learn to repair small engines, recreational vehicles. Apprenticeship opportunity. Oncampus residences. 1-888-9997882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview. PUT POWER into your career! As a Fairview Power Engineer. On-campus boiler lab. 4th Class-Part A 3rd Class. Affordable residences. GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.
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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 Dial-A-Law offers general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.565.5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available). Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, Affordable. Our A+ BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT \ TRAVEL & FREEDOM. Call for your FREE INFORMATION BOOKLET. 1-8-NOWPARDON (1 866 972 7366). www.PardonServicesCanada.com. Lawyer Referral Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-6873221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM).
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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
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Boarding, Taping, Recoat textured ceilings & Respray 30 yrs exp. Call Del 604-505-3826 / (604)476-1154 COMPLETE DRYWALL SERVICE, res/com. ref’’s. reno’’s, reasonable rates. All work guaranteed. 604941-8261, cell 778-999-2754. FRANKS Drywall *Boarding*Taping *Spraying no job too sm. Seniors rts Free ests. 604-939-7029, 809-1945
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DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded. 24 hr service. We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! 30 yrs exp. Free est. 460-8867. REISINGER Electrical (#102055) Bonded, Specializing in Renos, New Const, (Comm./Res.)Free Est 25 Yrs Exp. 778.885.7074 Trent YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE PEDRO’’S GENERAL CONTRACTING & DRAINAGE. ✶ Pipelining, backfilling, landscaping, water lines & more. ✶ Hardworking, reliable & reasonable rates. 604-468-2919.
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Cedar Fencing Installations ATC LANDSCAPE 604.720.2853 Fully Insured. Member of BBB. www.atclandscape.com
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POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin. Repairs, Staining. Free Est.. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-540-8501.
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LARIC FURNITURE REFINISHING Specialists in:
- ANTIQUES, HOME & OFFICE FURNITURE - RESTORATION & REPAIRS Free Estimates, Pick-up & Delivery
Ph: 604-469-2331
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
*Historical performance does not guarantee future returns. $500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660 www.moneyprovider.com. AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca
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GARDENING
ATC LANDSCAPE MAJOR Appliance Repairs to All Makes JIM PUGH Owner/Technician 30 Yrs+ Experience 3755 Bracewell Court, Pt Coq. Pgr: 669-6500 #4909 POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Service to all Makes of Appliances & Refrigeration. Work Guaranteed
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All Carpet & Lino Installations Repair/Restreching, 28 years exp. Work guaranteed. 10% Seniors. Discount. Call Cliff 604-462-0669
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CLEANING SERVICES
#1 Cleaning Service, Saving u Time! Supplies Included. 10 yrs. Exc. Refs. Bondable. 778.386.5476
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Clean to Perfection. Reliable & Honest, Lic’d & Insured. Free window cleaning. 778-840-2421. CLEANING SERV. European exp, trustworthy, exc ref’’s, bondable. Free Est Alexandra 604-942-5024. CLEANING SPECIAL Rates as low as $60/mo. Price incl. cleaning supp. Free estimates. Call A-TECH Services at 604-230-3539 EUROPEAN LADY will clean your house or office. 15 yrs exp. Refs avail. Free Est. 604-468-0421 The Cleaning Co. Bonded & Insured. $25/hr. 604-467-8439
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HERFORT CONCRETE NO JOB TOO SMALL 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
LEO: Mobile #657-2375, 462-8620
Landscape Maintenance Services
• Fall Yard Clean-Ups • Lawn Maintenance • Gardening • Hedge & Tree Trimming
604.720.2853 Fully Insured. Member of BBB.
www.atclandscape.com COQUITLAM LANDSCAPING ★ FALL CLEAN-UP ★ S S S S S S
Yard Maintenance Hedge Trimming Tree Pruning Snow Removal ~ Weeding Retaining Wall & Drainage Decking
Fully Insured All Work Guaranteed. Call John
604-464-8700 ~ 778-867-8785 GARDEN & LEAF CLEAN-UP
Book your service today & we will pay the HST. Call Stewart 604-512-4413 NATURE’S CHOICE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING
ARTISTIX MAINTENANCE
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* Servicing the community since 1994* RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Fully Insured & Guaranteed CELL # 604.240.4443 Tom 604.937.1110 With installation of gutter guard system. For info cascadegutters.ca 604-319-9598 SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
604-724-6373 GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627
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30 Years Experience Licensed - Insured
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A-1 CONTRACTING Renos. Bsmt stes, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
Home Renovations and New Construction
HOME REPAIRS
Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 Interiors: Baths (renos/repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, ooring, 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
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27 Years in bus. A Moving Experience. Fast, dependable service. L & D Enterprises. Seniors Disc. Will pack your POD. 604-464-5872. AAA ADVANCE MOVING Experts in all kinds of moving/packing. Excellent Service. Reas. rates! Different from the rest. 604-861-8885 www.advancemovingbc.com ACCENT MOVING & STORAGE 604-214-MOVE (6683) Reliable, Professional, Affordable Lic’d & Insured. Free storage. www.accentmovers.ca
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PITT BULL PUPPIES, 5 weeks old, gray, white & brown. Very nice. 2M, 2 F. $500 obo. Call: (604)504-0738. PRESA CANARIO P/B. All black. Ready to go. Dad 150lbs, Mom 120lbs. $600 obo. 778-552-1525 SHEPARD x WOLF 1 left, 9 week old male, 1st shots, dewormed. Asking $450 (604)477-0024 aft 5pm TOY POODLE F, black, pompoos m/f black/tan very loved. $450 & up. Adult homes pref. 778-988-6591. VIZSLA PUPS, champion lines, shots, guaranteed. $750 email vizsla@telus.net or call 604 819 2115 Wolf X Shepherd pups, $450. 8 wks blk w/markings, dewormed, view parents. chrisjo@telus.net (604)8692772 Laidlaw, Hope
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APPLIANCES
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Rebuilt*Washer*Dryer*Fridge*Stove Up to 1 Yr Warranty. Trade-in Avail.
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AUCTIONS
ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLES Monday Nov 22 ~ 7pm
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www.proaccpainting.com 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
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10% OFF if you Mention this AD! AMAN’S PLUMBING SERVICES Lic.gas ďŹ tter. Reas $. 778-895-2005 ✔ ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS Call Niko Plumbing Ltd. 24/7. Res/Com, unclog drains. h/w tanks. ★15 yrs exp. 604-837-6640 A-Grade Plumbing Heating & Drainage. Lic’d local plumber / gas ďŹ tter. Free est. Guar’d work 778.881.7598 NEED PLUMBING? Dan’s Your Man! Lic’d & Insured. Free Est. Dan @ 604.418.6941
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work Call Scott at 604-618-0333 CertiďŹ ed Arborist Free Estimates * Fully Insured
Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work
GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs BBB, WCB Ins. Clean Gutters $80. 24 hr. emer. serv. 7dys/wk. 604-240-5362
Call Scott at 604-618-0333 CertiďŹ ed Arborist Free Estimates * Fully Insured
PETS RooďŹ ng Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
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Sofa Italia 604.580.2525
PAVING/SEAL COATING
ALLAN CONST. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. (604)618-2304 820-2187.
RUBBISH REMOVAL
RECYCLE-IT!
1st PLACE PAINTING Quality workmanship. No job too small. Reasonable pricing. Free Est. 30 years exp. For a job well done call 604-464-3995 2 HUNGRY PAINTERS & Power Washing. Low prices. Int/Ext. Man & wife 75 years combined exp. 604.467.2532 twohungrypainters.ca
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Ph: 942-4383 Fax:942-4742
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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
PRIMO PAINTING
From $48/per
SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
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Free estimates, Seniors Disc, high quality, low cost, WCB.
HOME HANDYMAN 604-724-5082
Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more * 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE* INSURED ~ WCB
MALTI / SHIH-TZU / POODLE X. Pups & adults. Ador. choc. & colours. Non-shedding 604-820-9469
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NO JOB TOO SMALL!
THOMAS DIAMOND Quality renos, repairs, decks, stairs. No job too small. Precise, reliable, professional. Free estimates 604-710-7941
PETS
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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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RUBBISH REMOVAL
PETS
#1 EARTH FRIENDLY JUNK REMOVAL
Make us your ďŹ rst call! Reasonable Rates. Fast, Friendly & Uniformed Staff.
604.587.5865
www.recycle-it-now.com #1 DUMP YOUR JUNK No job too small.On time every time 604-939-0808 D 604-649-4339
RED’S RUBBISH REMOVAL. I Need Work! Home Maintenance. Reasonable rates. Call Red 604-290-7033.
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PETS
BLUE HEELER/Staffordshire Terrier cross puppies. 3 males, 2 females. 2 months old. Very friendly. $300. 604-794-9908 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 856-4866 DALMATION pups, 1M, born july 1, ckc reg., all shots, dewormed, $850. (604)793-5130 ENGLISH MASTIFF pups, M/F, p/b, papers, microchipped, dewormed, 1st shots. $1900. (604)316-7615 GERMAN SHEPHERD Reg’d pups, quality German & Czech bloodlines. Guaranteed. Call 604-856-8161. KITTENS. 8 WKS. Wormed. Himalayan Ragdoll X, B/W, tabby. Beauties. M/F. $75-$150. 604-823-2191 LAB PUPS, yellows & blacks, CKC reg p/b, shots, tattooed, exc temp, view parents, $750. 604-377-0820 LABS, Chocolate, Parents reg’d, pups not. 1st shots, dewormed, vet chkd, M/F, $600/ea. (604)850-4945
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MEDICAL SUPPLIES
CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-981-6591.
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HOMES WANTED
* SELL YOUR HOME FAST * Buying Any Price, Cond. & Location NO COMMISSIONS & NO FEES No Risk Home Buying Centre. (604)435-5555
COQUITLAM
CRESCENT VIEW A few large 3 bdrms, reno’d townhouses avail with bsmt and patio. Different floor plans avail to choose from. 5 Appl’s some with garage in or beside. Near Port Mann bridge in magnificent area.
For info call 604-834-4097
LARGE ARIZONA BUILDING LOTS FULL ACRES AND MORE! Guaranteed Owner Financing. No Credit check. $0 down - 0 interest. Starting @ just $89/mo. USD. Close to Tucson’s Intl. Airport. For Recorded Message 800-631-8164 Code 4001 or visit www.sunsiteslandrush.com. Offer ends 11/30/10!
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MORTGAGES
BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt consolidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs.Let Dave Fitzpatrick, your Mortgage Warrior, simplify the process!1-888-711-8818 dave@mountaincitymortgage.ca
639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES Land of Orchards, Vineyards & Tides in Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live! Work! Bring Business! Free Brochure - Website: www.kingsrda.ca - Email: mmacdonald@kingsrda.ca - Toll-free: 1888-865-4647.
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
www.dannyevans.ca
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
RENTALS 706
COQUITLAM
Nice, well maintained studio, 1 and 2 bdrm. Fridge and stove. Balcony. Heat, hot water and 1 parking stall included. Nice location in Coquitlam just off Lougheed in quiet cul-de-sac. Please call Nova for viewing at 604-767-9832 535 - 555 Shaw Avenue (google map) (yahoo map)
Coquitlam/Port Moody
St. John’s Apartments 2010 St. John’s St, Port Moody Cozy apts easy access to SFU. 1 & 2 bdrms from $720. Close to schools, transit, Barnet Beach & park. View suites of Burrard Inlet. U/g pkg, laundry room. For more info & viewing call
Dragan 778-788-1845
Hyland Manor 751 Clarke Rd, Coquitlam Beautiful, large, 1 & 2 bdrm stes from $750. Close to Lougheed Mall, transit, parks shopping. Nestled in a park like setting, a must see. Parking, laundry room. For more info & viewing call
Dragan 778-788-1845
Cedar Grove Apartments 655 North Rd, Coquitlam Fab location close to everything. 1 bdrm suites avail. Mins from Lougheed Mall, Skytrain Shopping & parks. Bus station right in front. Parking and Laundry room.
PITT MEADOWS
The Meadows Gated underground parking, heated outdoor pool. Heat, hot water & 3 appliances included. 2 min. walk to Westcoast Express.
Large 1, 2 & 3 Bdrm Suites Available
Call: 604-460-7539
19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows
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W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets
604.465.7221 PORT COQUITLAM
2 Bdrm Suites Available With Large Balcony / Patio Walking distance to all amenities and WC Express. New carpets and appl’s. Gated parking. Quiet and secure bldg. Adult oriented. Sorry no pets. Refs required.
Call 604-941-9051 PORT COQUITLAM: 2 bdrm apt. $775/mo. Quiet family complex. No pets. Call 604-464-0034. PORT COQUITLAM
CEDARWAY APT
Beata 778-788-1840
Bright & Clean 1 & 2 Bdrms
Professionally Managed by Gateway Property Management
D/W, Heat and hot water included. Close to schools, shopping & public transportation.
Call 604-837-4589 www.aptrentals.net COQUITLAM
COQUITLAM Centre Area
www.aptrentals.net
750 + SQ/FT OFFICE space with small kitchen.
TOWNHOUSES *Near schools *5 Appliances *Fireplace - NO PETS AVAIL IMMEDIATELY
604-944-2963 DELUXE PRIVATE OFFICES 130 to 230 sq ft with receptionist service for lease at 960 Quayside Dr., New Westminster. Call 604-636-8004 ext 7
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
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
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Notice to Creditors and Others RE: Estate of Josie May Baker, also known as Josie Baker formerly of 2250 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam, B.C.
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $100 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
PORT COQUITLAM: 2 bdrm T/H, $755 & $775/mo. Quiet family complex. No pets. Call 604-464-0034. PORT COQUITLAM, contemporary Townhouse, 3 bdrms, 2 baths, SS F/S, D/W, & WD. 2 prk. $1500/mo. + utils. N/S. Phone (778) 858-8947.
Creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor at 301-1665 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 2B3, on or before December 10, 2010, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. Freda Grozdanic Executor by: PUSHOR MITCHELL LLP Lawyers Attn: Theresa M. Arsenault,Q.C. Telephone: 250-762-2108
TRANSPORTATION 748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION PORT COQUITLAM bright furn’d room in large g/lvl ste, full bath nr amens, $450 incl utils, cbl, net. Avail. now. ns/np. 604-807-9612.
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ANMORE. 1 bdrm on acre, 1000 sf, priv entry, cvrd deck, shrd W/D. N/P, suits 1, $695+ utils. Immed/Dec.1. 604-506-1034 BURNABY, 3 rentals - 2 bdrm. central $850mo. Avail. now. New 1 bdrm. bsmnt. suites $800mo. each. Dec. 1. N/P. N/S. 604-520-9629. BURQUITLAM bsmt. 2 big bdrms full bath, full size insuite laundry. Close to transit, Lougheed Mall, 5 min to SFU. $1000/mo. incl util. Avail immed. NS/NP. 604-808-2274
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ANTIQUES/CLASSICS
The Scrapper
1983 CHRYSLER LeBaron, convertible,collector plates, 4 cylinder, auto, front wheel drive, perfect black paint with flawless red interior. $5000 obo. 604-868-1841.
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AUTO FINANCING
$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.
NEW carpets & lino $775/mo S Incl heat/hot wtr, wndw cvrngs S Close to bus stop S Walk to shpng/medical/WCE S Across from park w/Mtn views S Secure gated parking S Adult oriented building S References required CALL FOR APPOINTMENT
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NEED A VEHICLE? No Credit? Bad Credit. Cars - Trucks - SUVs. Good credit or bad credit. Guaranteed to Drive. 1-877-734-9242. Apply online www.Joanmasters.ca
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
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CITADEL HEIGHTS LUXURY 1 BDRM.
PORT MOODY. Now renting ~ Villa Leah 1, 2 & 3 bdrm. suites. $950 $1475/mo Newly reno’d & upgraded Available immed. 778-355-6677
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2 & 3 Bedrooms Available
604-464-3550
BACHELOR STE & 1 BDRM “SUPER LOCATION” near Vancouver Golf Course, Blue Mtn/Austin, Shops & Bus. WELL MAINTAINED BLDG E Large apts E Security Camera E Onsite Caretaker E N/pets E N/s 604-931-4648, 604-889-8534 604-936-4774
Any Condition! 604-551-9022
TOWNHOUSES
TOP FLOOR 1 BDRM APT
PORT MOODY, Newport Village lux 1800SF 3BR 2Ba inlet view condo SS appl. inste lndry rm W/D HW, lam, tile flrs $2375 604-469-0749
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VEHICLES WANTED
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COQUITLAM Mariner & Cape Horn. Lrg 3 bdrm, 2 bath. Bright & clean. Fam/rm, l/rm, d/rm, new carpet, avl now. $1275 incl utils. 604780-7726 MAPLE RIDGE 20199 Wharf St. 3 bdrm/den, upper flr, $1300 + utils. 1 bdrm suite dwn, $650 + utils. Avail now. N/P. N/S. 604-525-5849. MAPLE RIDGE - Ready NOW or DEC.01 Upper Level 2 Br. $900 + Util. Bachelor for 550+util. Call 604210-0357 PORT Moody. 3 bdrm, nr Newport Vlg. F/p, w/d, awesome deck, np/ ns. $1195 +60% util. 604-469-9402
1983 F150 FORD, 3/4 ton, with canopy, clean box, seats 6. No rust. $1800. Call (604)869-2142 1992 DELUXE SPORT Travel Van, fully equipped 90,000k, newer cond Must see. $12,500. 604-535-8199 2001 FORD Explorer Sport - 4X4 2nd Owner - Aircared - All pwr opts - remote entry - sunrf - AC - 6 disc CD w/sub - Leather - New brakes, Tires $5490 obo - 604-302-4077 2002 FORD F150 XLT 4X2 s/c. One owner, extra clean, white. 4.6 efi, 4 spd. auto O/D, 4 dr. w/flairside bed, f.g. bed cover. XLT special appearance pkg, cast alum. wheels. $8000. Daytime/Evening 604-7467472. 2005 PONTIAC MONTANA SV6, 7 passenger, pristine cond, low km’s, $8500 obo. private (778)565-1097
CEIP
Call (604) 931-2670
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TRUCKS & VANS
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Call 604-421-1235
PORT COQUITLAM
2003 VW Golf diesel TDI 4 dr, 5 spd, a/c, p/w, p/l, CD, s/roof, $7500 Stock #3. DL# 5691. 604-351-6170
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SUITES, UPPER
2001 Buick LESABRE “LTD” Estate sale. 129K sunroof h/leather seats, like new $6700 obo. 604-593-5072
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PORT COQUITLAM; clean, spac 2 bdrm apt. Heat & h/w incl, $895/mo. Avail now. Ref’s. (604)783-2262
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1985 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham, 4 dr sedan , low miles, loaded. Offers? (604)795-9215
COQUITLAM CENTRE AREA
Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg. 3 Blocks to W.C. Express
For more info & viewing call
BURNABY
COQUITLAM: 1 bdrm. $725. Avail. now. Balcony. Nr. SFU, Skytrain, L/Mall N/P.N/S. 604-939-4155 COQUITLAM CENTRE $1350/2 br Top Floor Corner Unit Apt. South facing, laminate floor, fireplace, patio. Next to Coq. Centre, walk to Douglas College, West Coast Express, bus stops, Lafarge lake. Available in mid Nov. Call 778-8469878 for appt. COQUITLAM nr L’heed mall/skytrain, 533 Cottonwood, reno’d, adult bldg, quiet, n/p, gated prkg, video surveillance, 1 bdrm $780, incl heat, h/w, Dec. 1, Crime-Free, Cert. 604-937-7812 www.greatapartments.ca
REDUCED 1 & 2 bdrms motel kitchen suites. Clean, non-smoking, no pets, secure and includes coin laundry, free wireless internet & maid service. Also full service RV sites. (604)463-9718
Polo Club Apartments
APARTMENT/CONDO
MAPLE PLACE TOWERS
Maple Ridge
604-465-0008 or 604-465-5818
LOTS
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HOMES FOR RENT
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Available December 1st Highrise 1/2 Block to Town F/F fridge & easy clean stoves NO PETS
(604)463-6841
Website:www.aptrentals.com
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Suit Mature Adults
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COQ. 900blk Rochester. lrg 5Bdrm, 2ba, 5appl, shed, full bsmt. New paint, tiles & carpets. Lge reliable family. Ref’s. N/P. $1850. 875-6543 COQUITLAM 462 Byng St 3-4bdrm 2 bath lam flr 4 appls fresh paint $1450. Betty 604-889-1181 CP Rlty COQUITLAM CENTRAL 3 bdrm., 1 on main, 2 up, lge. fncd yard, shed, with/without gar/ workshop on Linton nr. Jasper. 604-875-6543 DEWDNEY area, 3 bdrm. home comp. with 5 appl. 2 baths. Nice setting. $1800 mo. Additional land and barn avail. 250-459-2454 EAST ABB 2000 sq ft 3 bdm hs with dble gar. for rent, avail Nov.15, 2 yrs old, $1700 per mo. 604-3026125 e-mail dokkside@hotmail. com MAPLE RIDGE. 3 bdrm rancher. new paint & flrs. Nr all amenities., Dec 1. $1500. 604-318-2511. NORTH POCO 2 units avail. 3 bdrm top house $1250+util & bach $600 laundry 604-346-8397 PORT COQUITLAM, 5 bdrm, 3 bath, nice yard, w/d, NS/NP avail immed. $1800+ utils. 604-929-4138 PORT MOODY 4 bdrms approx 3000 s/f, unfin bsm’t, n/s n/p. Ref’s req $2,100/mo. Avail now 778-2887070 oldcut@hotmail.com
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1 BEDROOM SUITES
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
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PORT MOODY, 2 bdrm condo, corner unit, 4th floor, in popular Newport Village. New paint. 3 prkg stalls. $325,000. 604-762-4660
COQUITLAM CENTRE
MAPLE RIDGE
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
COQUITLAM Premium, spacious 1 bdrm 900 sq/ft, above ground. Large windows, new control heat, full size w/d, large livingrm, kitchen eating area. Lots of cabinets & storage. Queen size bdrm, walk-in closet, covered patio, off street prkg, utils incl $875/mo. NS/NP. On quiet culde-sac. Ref’s req’d. 604-939-6314 COQUITLAM, Westwood Plateau. Newer, lrg 2 bdrm g/l ste, 1000 s/f, greenbelt, w/view, full bath, w/d, nr bus, pri bkyrd. Immed. $850 incl cable/internet/utils. (604)468-7673. COQUITLAM WW Plateau. 1 Bdrm +den, grnd lvl, priv ent, h/w flrs, full bath, alarm, w/d. Ns/Np, avail now. $800/mo incl utils. 778-231-9604. PORT COQUITLAM: Large bright 2 bdrm bsmt ste. Own laundry, D/W, gas f/p, $900 incl all utils, no cable. N/P, N/S. Suits couple. Avail now or Dec. 1 (778)839-0534 PORT COQUITLAM North, 2 bedroom Basement, New house, Separate entrance, own laundry, own heat control, $900/month, including utilities, N/S, N/P, Available immediately, PH: (604)-825-0405 PORT MOODY. Bright 1 bdrm $700 + 20% utils. Free lndry, nr Newport Village. NP/NS. Call 604-469-9402. VERY BRIGHT, above ground one bdrm suite available immediately. Located on a quiet street. Close to schools, shopping and Golden Ears Bridge. No smokers & no pets. Call 604-817-3488.
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CO-OP RENTALS
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COQUITLAM. Comfortable 2 bdrm condo, view, 3 appl, f/p, 2 u/g prkg, ceramic & laminate. Nr shops, park & transit. $188,900. 778-229-4156
1 bdrm. from $775/mo.
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709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL COQUITLAM warehouse, 175 Schoolhouse St. 3,579 - 5,900 sq ft. Call Rachel 604-633-2888.
SUITES, LOWER
COQUITLAM Blue Mountain. 1 bdrm. suite. Dec. 15. $590/mo. utils incl. N/S. N/P. Suit mature person 604-421-1702 after 5 pm COQUITLAM: lovely, bright, lrg 2 bdrm bsmt ste in 10 yr old house. Near Poirier comm ctr. Inste lndry. NS/NP. Monitered alarm, 1 car prkg $875. Avail immed. (604)937-7500
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SHERWOOD APT 1 & 2 Bdrms in excel location near SFU.
Call 604-931-2024 www.aptrentals.net
20 ACRES-$0 Down! $99/mo. Near Growing El Paso, Texas. Guaranteed Owner Financing, No Credit Checks. Money Back Guarantee. FreeMap/Pictures. 866254-7755 www.sunsetranches.com
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.
Call 604-724-6967
Call for showing 604-931-4014
1 & 2 Bdrms, 5 mins to Lougheed Mall and skytrain.
ACREAGE
THE PERFECT LOCATION
PARKSIDE APT 1 Bdrms across from Blue Mountain Park. Very quiet in excel location.
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1 & 2 Bdrms in quiet bldg close to Safeway.
Derek Manor 2048 Manning Ave.
706
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SPORTING GOODS
ADELAIDE APT
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578
COQUITLAM
706
TRANSPORTATION
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FLUTE, Armstrong, student model, good cond., some music incl., $190. Call (604)792-6925 PIANO UPRIGHT. Wood, Mason & Risch, 30 years old. $800. obo. Tuning & moving your cost. No bench. 604-271-8843 lve msg.
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566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
706
RENTALS
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MISC. WANTED
Buying Antiques, Estates, Silver, Coins, Flatware, Jewelry, Paintings, Native Indian Art & Artifacts, Inuit, Moorcroft, China, Old Metal Toys, Advertising Old Tins, Etc. 604-377-5748 POSTAGE STAMP COLLECTOR wants to buy stamp collections. 778-355-9964
RENTALS
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
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IMPORT LIQUIDATION SALE Save Thousands on 2009 / 2010 Imports Nissans • Toyotas • Kias • Hyundais
SAVINGS UP TO $18,000 ON 2010 TRUCKS
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ALL PAYMENTS ARE BI-WEEKLY BASED ON 96 MONTHS AMORTIZED OVER 60 MONTHS AT 5.79%
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FAVORITE IN 60 COUNTRIES
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UP TO 90 DAYS ON ALL NEW!†
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NEW 2010 GMC CANYON MSRP $25,310 Save $11,000 Loyalty $1,500
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A Division of Eagle Ridge GM
WE ARE OPEN MON. TO FRI. 9-9
TO BURNABY
2595 Barnet Hwy DL# 8214
10 minutes west of Pitt River Bridge. 2 blocks west of Coquitlam Centre.
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All prices plus tax + levies. All Änancing on approved credit. All new are net of factory incentives & GM loyalty. GM loyalty offered to current owners of GMC leases and discontinued GM models. Vehicles not exactly as illustrated. See dealer for details. All payments bi-weekly based on 84 months, 6.99%, on approved credit. Total paid = 1) $27,381; 2) $32,578; 5) $36,218. † - grace period. | Right Page TP = Total Paid. 1) $14,780, 2) $20,377, 3) $20,377, 4) $14,780, 5) $16,176, 6) $14,780, 7) $25,979, 8) $23,179, 9) $17,576, 10) $16,176
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