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The friendly, lively, upbeat music of David Myles comes to Shadbolt Centre on March 31.

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Village stays free in 2012 Council agrees to $300K in additional subsidy Wanda Chow wchow@burnabynewsleader.com

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Admission to Burnaby Village Museum will continue to be free this year, after the success of last year’s free initiative to mark its 40th anniversary.

While the museum’s operations have always been subsidized by city hall, on Monday council agreed to continue providing an additional subsidy of $300,000, funded by its operating surplus, to make up for the lost admission revenue.

The additional money is less than the $385,000 approved in 2011 after revenues proved higher than expected, thanks to a huge increase in attendance, according to a city staff report.

In 2010, when it last charged admission fees, the museum saw 43,992 visits. Last year, free entry grew that ¿gure to 157,144, a 257 per cent increase, said the report, which called it an “overwhelmingly positive public response” that attracted many ¿rsttime visitors.

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Jeff Schwarz hams it up with one of the unusual movie props he has stored amongst the furniture, mattresses, clothes and sporting goods he sells at Direct Liquidation in Burnaby.

His horse-trading of discounted merchandise from bankrupt retailers and manufacturers is the focus of a new reality TV series, The Liquidator, being produced for the Outdoor Life Network.

Liquidator nets a reality show reporter@burnabynewsleader.com

If you’re looking for a deal on mattresses or couches, Direct Liquidation may be the place for you.

But if a statue of Arnold Schwarzenegger from his Terminator days or a giant hot dog self-applying ketchup is up your alley, well, it’s also the right place.

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After entering the front door of the Burnaby warehouse, there’s a large rack of leather jackets ahead, a 1960s Coca-Cola machine to the left and an eight-foot bronze alien statue to the right.

“People come here and are like what does this lunatic have this weekend?” says Jeff Schwarz, CEO of Direct Liquidation.

It’s no wonder that Schwarz is the subject of an upcoming reality TV show on the Outdoor Life Network (OLN).

Filming for The Liquidator begins

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Leather couches, teak cabinets and frankenstein statues are some items Jeff Schwarz sells

soon, and will follow Schwarz as he sources furniture and quirky items—often from companies going bankrupt—to turn a pro¿t.

Schwarz just bought “3,700 units of instant noodles” and once bought a shipment of 3,600 sex toys. He sold those to a local sex store, but says the noodles are reaching expiry, so he’ll probably donate them to the local food bank.

He says he never knows what he’s going to get, who his customers will be or who he’s going to meet.

“I’ll have breakfast with a

biker—and I’m sure you know which kind—dinner with a rabbi and lunch with a priest,” he says. “And that’s literally what comes to me.”

One of his encounters happened to be with a producer who took interest in him and his business. Before Schwarz knew it there were cameras in his shop, and he was told to hire an entertainment lawyer.

“When they approached me I was like this is gonna be 100 per cent reality, we’re not gonna stage anything.”

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Museum seeking to increase revenues museum is wages, noted parks and recreation director Dave Ellenwood in an interview.

The difference between 2010 revenues, when admission was charged, and last year was about $156,000, but the attendance boost cost $40,000 more than expected.

“If more people come, it increases our costs,” Ellenwood said. “But if more people come, it adds to our revenue opportunities.”

This year, the museum plans to continue exploring ways to increase revenues without major capital expenditures.

It will be building space for an additional Dave Ellenwood, parks director 60 seats outside Can we make that into a working bakery?

You know how nice fresh-baked bread smells. on the deck of the ice cream parlour to accommodate crowds, and is “With free admission extended considering selling some items into 2012 it is anticipated that out of the general store, such as attendance will remain high,” the vintage candies, products made at report said. “However, as it is the the blacksmith shop and the like, to second year, the ‘honeymoon’ complement the gift shop next to effect may abate and thereby reduce the carousel, he said. attendance.”

It’s also looking at the bakery in Most of the costs of running the the village. “Can we make that into ୅ continued

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The savings from not having to pay to get in appears to have made it possible for visitors to spend more money on-site, such as for carousel rides, which saw a 99 per cent increase in revenues, from $55,237 in 2010 to $110,146 in 2011.

Sales in the gift shop rose by 16 per cent, from $46,761 in 2010 to $54,276 in 2011, and at the ice cream parlour, it saw an almost $33,000 hike in net revenue, or 175 per cent increase.

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A volunteer at Burnaby Village Museum watches the trike races during the museum’s Day at the Races event in 2009. The city’s decision last year to offer free admission has resulted in a huge increase in visitors.

a working bakery? You know how nice fresh-baked bread smells.”

Museum staff even plan to look into the possibility of making the Royal Bank building into a working bank, although that would require the cooperation of RBC, he said.

“The mayor asked us to be creative and entrepreneurial, and we’re going to do exactly that and not compromise the museum as a

really good community amenity. I think that’s the target for us.”

As for last year’s proposal to add an 18-hole mini-golf course, south of the Love Farmhouse on the east end of the site, Ellenwood said it turns out the required riparian setbacks from Deer Lake Brook would have made the space too small for what they wanted to build.

It’s “not off the table,” but isn’t

in the plans unless a suitable site is found, he said.

Ellenwood con¿rmed that the idea of a ferris wheel has been bandied about, and it’s something also being considered.

However, “on a scale of between ‘thrown out there’ and ‘yeah, we have the design ready to go and the tender documents prepared,’ [it’s] more towards “thrown out there.’ ” As for the subsidy, Ellenwood noted that another way of looking at it is how much city hall is subsidizing each visit.

In 2010, with admission fees, it cost the city $41.50 per attendee.

Last year, with the boost in attendance, it was about $15.25 per person.

City staff will have to get council approval to continue with free admission in 2013.

“But if we can develop these revenue ideas and chip away at that, that’s our goal is to make it more sustainable. The fact we’ve reduced that contribution from the surplus by $85,000, it’s a real step in the right direction.” wchow@burnabynewsleader.com

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A fun competition between individuals and workplaces, participants are encouraged to walk, cycle, take transit, rideshare, or work from home.

This year, participants can win bicycles, ¿tness club memberships, tickets to sporting events and more. Company bene¿ts also include discounts to Modo and TravelSmart swag.

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The Commuter Challenge has been happening for 16 years in B.C. In the province last year, more than 8,000 employees from over 230 companies participated.

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Schwarz looks forward to the show and hopes he can keep the reality TV show as real as possible.

“Who knows what tomorrow will bring? Every day is different.”

The show will consist of 13 half-hour episodes, and is slated to air this summer.

“The series is wildly entertaining and ¿lled with larger-than-life characters at every turn,” states Claire Freeland, director of original programming for Rogers Media, in a press release. “We’ve seen buy-and-sell on television before, but never with the craftiness of a liquidator like Schwarz.”

Some of the items Jeff Schwarz sells at Direct Liquidation range from the sublime to the ridiculous.

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For Mayur Kothary, Christmas arrived on Feb. 21.

That’s when B.C. ¿nance minister Kevin Falcon announced as part of his provincial budget a one-time tax credit of up to $10,000 for ¿rst-time home buyers purchasing a new home.

The credit is supposed to ease the pain buyers and builders have felt from the HST as the government prepares MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER to phase out the Mayur Kothary says the tax credit for Àrst-time home buyers purchasing a newly built controversial tax that residence was like an early Christmas present for his new development in Burnaby, The Sevens. He says he’s sold seven units because of the program. added thousands of dollars to the cost of a new home. builders could hope for, got busy.

And since the credit is also tied “It was a gift. It was absolutely After a moribund January and to net family income and the perfect for us,” says Kothary of quiet February, he boosted his price of the home, it’s unlikely the credit. That’s because he’s weekend sales staff and ordered to apply to anyone buying a new just putting the ¿nishing touches new banners advertising the townhome or detached home. on The Sevens, a 61-unit wood project’s eligibility for buyers to Those restrictions mean local frame condo development on take advantage of the credit. The realtors haven’t seen much new Royal Oak, just south of Rumble banners haven’t even gone up business from ¿rst-time buyers in Burnaby. yet, and Kothary says he’s sold looking to take advantage of the With 15 of the one-bedroomseven units since the credit was bonus. “It’s not going to change plus-den units still unsold, the announced. people’s minds,” says Adam Goss project ¿ts right into the target “It’s not very often the of the tax credit. “It’s more of market for the credit; almost government gives you $10,000 a bonus rather than a decisionthree-quarters of purchasers were for free,” says Kothary. “It making criteria.” just getting into the real estate gives us the edge over our Goss, a realtor with Park game and they’d be able to take competition.”

Georgia in New Westminster, possession of their homes well Resales of existing homes says most of the new units in the before the program’s expiration aren’t eligible, nor are presales if city marketed to ¿rst-time buyers on April 1, 2013. the residence isn’t completed and have already been snapped up in Kothary, who ¿gured the the new owner in possession by presales long before the credit government’s announcement a the beginning of next April. That was announced, and those coming few days before the budget of a rules out most of the concrete up won’t be ready for occupancy timetable for the transition back highrises currently being built in before next April. to PST and GST was the best Burnaby and New Westminster.

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inclusion in the Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area, the report said.

Over in North Wanda Chow Burnaby, a portion of burnabynewsleader.com Westridge Park will Back in 1960, the City of be renamed Lou Moro Richmond wrote to Burnaby’s Park for the late nearby parks commission asking resident well known it to change the name of for his work as a trainer Richmond Park in the Edmonds for professional and neighbourhood due to confusion. community athletes.

In 2000, the commission The section of the asked its parks names and signs park located east of committee to consider renaming Cliff Avenue and north it, after many stories of people of Hastings Street trying to ¿nd Richmond Park—in will be renamed for Richmond.

Moro, who lived in With a new community centre the neighbourhood for set to open early next year, almost 50 years until he NEWSLEADER FILE died in 2009. the commission has decided A portion of Westridge Park will be renamed Lou a change is in order, and has Having immigrated Moro Park. Moro was well known for his work as a now approved renaming the trainer for professional and community athletes. from Italy, Moro was greenspace to Edmonds Park. introduced to lacrosse According to a city staff Democrat MLA who died in as a child living in Trail. During report, Richmond Park was 2002. his time in the navy during the named for its geographic Randall lived in the Second World War, he began location on what used to be neighbourhood for 41 years his career as a trainer with the Richmond Road or Richmond and was active in the Burnaby Canadian naval hockey team.

Street, which was eventually community, including He went on to become one renamed Elwell Street. involvement in numerous of the most respected trainers There is no evidence it was community groups, serving as in the country in soccer and ever named for an individual or alderman from 1976 to 1981 lacrosse, and was inducted into pioneer family. and 1987 to 1990—where he the B.C. Sports Hall of fame as As for the new facility was instrumental in the adoption an all-round builder in 1995, currently being built on the of a fair wage policy for city and as a team member of the former site of the Eastburn employees—and as MLA from 1989 Vancouver 86ers and 1964 Community Centre, it will be 1991 to 1996.

Vancouver Carlings. renamed Edmonds Community He was one of four Burnaby Moro was also inducted into Centre.

MLAs who helped facilitate an the Canadian Lacrosse Hall The aquatic space inside will agreement between the province, of Fame, the Italian-Canadian be named the Fred Randall Simon Fraser University and city Cultural Hall of Fame and the Pool in recognition of the hall to transfer about 773 acres Canadian Soccer Hall of Fame. twitter.com/@wandachow former Burnaby-Edmonds New of SFU land back to the city for

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“Everything helps, but we’re not seeing a whole lot of traf¿c because of it,” says Doris Gee, a Burnaby realtor. She’s only had one enquiry from a ¿rst-time buyer looking to take advantage of the tax credit, but that hasn’t turned into a sale yet.

Part of the reason may also be education, says Goss. The tax credit hasn’t been widely promoted since it was announced, and developers like Kothary are just starting to gear their marketing up to take advantage of it.

“New buyers aren’t educated at this point,” says Goss. “It’s a bonus I get to tell my clients about.”

“The building sector has been down,” says Kothary, who’s beginning to clear a neighbouring property for another development. “People no longer have to sit on the fence waiting for the HST to end. It’s enough of a stimulant to get them moving.”

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Event for fans of Sherlock Holmes Sherlock Holmes fans may want to check out “An Afternoon With Sir Arthur Conan Doyle” at Simon Fraser University’s Special Collections library Saturday, March 24, 2 to 4 p.m.

The event will celebrate the library’s new Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Collection, featuring more than 300 books and periodicals written by the Holmes author.

A signi¿cant part of the collection was donated by the late Peter Wood of Vancouver, who referred to his collection as “Baker Street West,” referring to Holmes’ ¿ctional address, said Eric Swanick, head of the special collections library.

“All the Doyle/Holmes canon is represented... four novels and 56 short stories, some of which are in ¿rst printings through issues of The Strand in the early 1890s.”

The event is being held in the in room 7100, on the seventh Àoor of the WAC Bennett Library, at SFU’s Burnaby campus. Speakers will include Robert Eighteen-Bisang, a leading expert of Holmes and Dracula, Len Haffenden of The Petrel Flyer and Mason Harris, retired SFU professor of English literature and Holmes a¿cionado. A reception will follow.

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Short sighted The alarm has been raised that the federal government is about to turn the clock back on ¿sheries protection by about 35 years.

According to documents released by retired ¿sheries biologist Otto Langer and introduced in the House of Commons by New WestminsterCoquitlam MP Fin Donnelly last week, the government plans to strip habitat protection for ¿sh in Section 35 of the Fisheries Act, effectively making creek and stream protection a thing of the past.

Documents produced by Langer indicate the government plans to remove a ban against activity that results in the “harmful alteration, disruption or disruption or destruction of ¿sh habitat” and replacing it with a ban on activity that has an “adverse effect on a ¿sh of economic, cultural or ecological value.”

While on the surface, it looks like the changes would protect ¿sh, it’s not clear how, when ¿sh rely on a healthy environment, ecosystem or habitat to thrive. If it can’t be proven that a species of ¿sh has special value, then can the habitat — creek, river or stream — be legally destroyed?

No of¿cial word has come that the Stephen Harper government might back down from these changes. On the contrary, Fisheries Minister Keith Ash¿eld has criticized the current act, saying it inhibits the normal activities of Canadian property owners.

Indeed, many have heard stories of property owners who were prevented from subdividing because there’s a ditch in the way that sometimes has ¿sh in it. And there are times when it’s hard to understand the “economic” or “environmental” value of a creek or stream. But lack of knowledge or understanding about how our watersheds work is the reason most of them were paved over, culverted or diverted in the 1960s and 1970s, leaving us low ¿sh returns today.

The idea that ¿sh, and the rest of the planet, can be altered unless an economic argument can be made to save it, is short-sighted.

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Weathering a reversal of fortune The ¿rst of¿cial day of spring was Tuesday. You’re excused if you didn’t bolt out to the back garden in your shorts to do a celebratory happy dance.

Because while the rest of Canada was tearing off their winter coats, lining up for tables at outdoor patios, even sunbathing on the beach for crying out loud, we still had the “s” word—as in snow—in the weather forecast. In fact, a huge swath of the continent seems to have skipped spring altogether and jumped straight to summer. Montreal hit 24 degrees on Monday. Winnipeg, a.k.a.

Winterpeg, was forecast to warm up to 25 degrees on Monday; normally they’re lucky to hit -1, and there’s still ice on the Assiniboine River.

Looking out the window at grey, roiling clouds pregnant with Àurries, sleet and even ice pellets, and pulling down the ear Àaps on your hat, it’s hard not to feel pangs of jealousy.

This is supposed to be our time to gloat! This is when we’re supposed to be basking in

Mario Bartel springtime la vida loca, kicking back on the deck, face turned up into the warm sunshine, breathing in the delicate scents of the season’s ¿rst blossoms, while the rest of the country endures the last gasps of winter. This is when we’re supposed to phone friends back east as they dig their way out of a March snowstorm to let them know how we rode our bikes around the seawall. In short sleeves! And then stopped for refreshing pina coladas!

Instead, Mike Renney’s SFU Clan softball team has to practise in the gym because there’s an inch of snow on the grass at Beedie Field.

“We’re getting pretty good at the hardwood bounce,” says Renney.

On Sunday, his players had to spend the morning clearing

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planting their tomatoes, but they snow from the diamond while don’t pay attention to what nature their opponents from St. Martin’s is telling them.”

University relaxed in their hotel And what nature usually says rooms. No wonder the Clan lost this time of year is to expect the both ends of that afternoon’s unexpected. doubleheader, which itself was “Winter includes part of March,” delayed by more snow. With their says Reid. “The rhythm of the visitors traveling from as far away plants is correct.” as Montana and Utah, the Clan are loathe to postpone games because of weather. So they Our notion of balmy March weather is mostly bundle up, pull the a Àgment of human construction and eternal shovels out of the optimism, according to Alan Reid. storage shed and Sure enough, the signs of spring play on.

ARE everywhere; colourful “It’s killing us,” says Renney. crocuses have had their white, While it’s easy to play the yellow and violet heads poked up proverbial (frozen) Chicken Little through lawns for a few weeks, when the natural order of the early rhododendrons are blooming, weather gods seems somehow buds on some trees are beginning reversed, Alan Reid, the chief to burst. All right on schedule, horticulturalist at GardenWorks according to nature’s plan. injects a little seasonal sanity.

It would just be nice if the Our notion of balmy March weather would get better so we weather is mostly a ¿gment of could enjoy them. human construction and eternal optimism, he contends.

Mario Bartel is a photographer “We try to control everything, and reporter with the NewsLeader. but nature knows better than us,” Reid says. “People want to be

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Let’s be clear. There should We are struck by your These are legitimate concerns be no twinning of the Kinder wonderful disposition and and must be dealt with, but it Morgan pipeline until there’s a outlook on life. concerns me that in Burnaby and publicized plan for protecting the All our best. along the projected route, there’s environment and homes, and it Marc Quinet little response or knowledge must be acceptable to those likely —online comments about the Kinder Morgan to be harmed through a spill.

Trevor Ritchie, Burnaby burnabynewsleader.com proposal to twin their current pipeline from Edmonton to the Burrard Inlet.

The purpose of the Kinder Morgan pipeline is the same as the Enbridge line, with the same costs and concerns. It’s odd that there has not been the same kind of public outcry, considering it was only a few years ago that the Kinder Morgan line ruptured in an urban community, with the spill taking many months to be contained and cleaned up. Where are the public meetings from Kinder Morgan?

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When Lynsey Dobbie pulls on her wellies and steps into the garden at Eagles Estate, she plants one foot in the past, and another in the future.

Dobbie is beginning her second spring as the head gardener of the 1.6-acre heritage site on the southeast shore of Deer Lake. Planted by Blythe and Violet Eagles as a naturalistic surrounding for their home that was built in 1929, the garden has been gradually regaining its former splendour with a lot of hard work from dedicated volunteers under the guidance of successive gardeners. Freed from the choking con¿nement of invasive species like English ivy, blackberry bushes and Japanese Knotweed that had taken root over the years, the Àower beds are once again coming alive with the lush dark pink and purple perennials so beloved by the Eagles. Even the skunk cabbages, whose ancestors Blythe secreted away from the grounds of the old Oakalla prison, are reaching for the sky with renewed vigour.

It’s that kind of attention to detail of the gardens’ past that excites Dobbie, who’s originally from Scotland and came to the Lower Mainland after six years in Dublin, Ireland. Her desk in the living room of the old estate house, overlooking the gardens and a peek-a-boo view of the lake and distant North Shore mountains through the trees, is lined with old photos of the

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“I want to stay within the principles started by Blythe and Violet. Every decision I make has to be true to their vision. I want to make them proud of the garden.”

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Years of housing and road development above and around the estate have altered the drainage patterns established by the original terraces and rockeries as they were designed in 1937 by noted horticulturalist Frank E. Buck. Then there were those invasive plants, which really took over in the years before The Land Conservancy began its restoration project of the grounds in 2003.

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Drivers more than 80 years old who fail a computerized test of their mental ability will now be offered a road test before they have to surrender their licences.

Attorney General Shirley Bond announced the road test option Monday after complaints from people who lost their driving privileges based on a computer test called DriveABLE. Some elderly people with little computer experience found the touch-screen tests of cognitive ability to be unfamiliar and unfair way to test them.

The DriveABLE test has is administered on referral from doctors who detect cognitive impairment in patients that may affect their driving.

Bond said those who failed the on-screen test in the past six months will be offered a free road test, using a test car with dual brakes.

Those who failed more than six months ago have to see their doctor before being reassessed.

NDP public safety critic Kathy Corrigan was surprised to hear that the DriveABLE program is now being “peer reviewed,� a step that

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Burnaby RCMP have arrested two people and are seeking other suspects after discovering an identity theft ring operating out of a Metrotown condo.

Mounties received a tip on March 7 that a forged credit card was found inside a specialized printer that had been taken to a shop for repairs, said Burnaby RCMP Insp. Tim Shields at a press conference Tuesday.

Of¿cers conducted surveillance until a suspect picked up the printer, following him back to an 11th Àoor condo in the Metrotown area.

While of¿cers were waiting for a search warrant to be drafted, a man and a woman left the condo and were arrested.

When they executed the search warrant, of¿cers were “amazed” to ¿nd more than 3,000 forged credit cards and payment cards, identi¿cation cards, passports, identity information, computers, 15 hard drives, several large boxes of stolen mail, thousands of hotel receipts, a card printer and embosser and a hot foil stamp used in forging credit cards.

There were break-and-enter tools, a small amount of drugs, Ecstasy and marijuana, a Taser, three replica air riÀes and two replica handguns.

They even found a Canada Post bag and uniform jacket which would have been used while stealing mail.

Investigators have only been able to check three of the 15 hard drives but already have found spreadsheets containing identity information for over 44,000 people, including full names, addresses, social

insurance numbers, driver’s licence information, and banking information.

The three hard drives also contained over 80,000 credit card numbers believed to be stolen from businesses.

Shields said so far, the information has been linked to more than 80 break-and-enters and thefts from autos in the Burnaby and Vancouver area.

There were also hundreds of pieces of legitimate identi¿cation, belonging to 115 people, likely from stolen wallets and purses.

Numerous passports from Canada and countries including Great Britain and Japan, were found in the condo, some unsuccessfully shredded.

Hotel receipts stolen from two hotels, the Sandman Hotel in Surrey and the Ramada Hotel on Kingsway in Vancouver, were also found, which contain credit card and driver’s licence numbers and personal information, Shields said.

The information would have been used to create false identi¿cation, do bank account takeovers, and apply for lines of credit and credit cards in other people’s names, he said. Police have no information to indicate there were any hotel employees involved.

Police found 24 separate aliases used by one of the suspects for bank account takeovers or to create accounts into which funds would be transferred from victims’ accounts.

Two Burnaby residents, Anthony Pavo Stulec, 29, who was known to police, and his common-law wife, Stephanie Jean Smyth, 21, who did not have a previous criminal history, have been arrested. They each face 19 charges including possession of a prohibited weapon, possession of

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Stulec remains in custody while Smyth has been released on a promise to appear.

Police believe there are many others involved. “Obviously this is a very organized group of people who are committing these crimes,” he said, noting there is no evidence it is gang-related.

Investigators still have many tips, leads and identities to follow up on and people to track down in the case, including people caught on security video from local banks. “We’ve just started to see the tip of the iceberg.”

The investigation is ongoing and will likely last for many months, said Shields, who called the fraud operation “very signi¿cant” and larger than any he’s seen before.

It’s not known how many victims there are, he said, noting there are still many more seized hard drives to analyze.

Safeguard your info Burnaby RCMP Insp. Tim Shields recommends people safeguard their personal information through steps including: • not leaving purses, wallets and identiÀcation in vehicles • shredding mail with names and addresses • not giving personal information over the phone unless you are sure you know who you’re speaking with.

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The arts community has been saddened and stunned by the news and while some of the answers are obvious as to the demise of both venues, it doesn’t make complete sense.

Cities need artists, cultural institutions and Geraldine Parent amenities to be livable and vibrant. When a few of these established institutions close, however, it sends mixed messages to the community and can create uncertainty at other art institutions throughout the region. As in many other aspects of our lives, we often don’t appreciate things to their fullest until they are no longer around.

We are fortunate in Burnaby that the city’s cultural facilities like the Burnaby Village Museum, the Burnaby Art Gallery and the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts receive support from the municipality.

But each facility still needs additional support and community involvement to be vibrant. Visiting a facility, participating in a program, experiencing a live performance, and standing before a piece of art are all part of the cultural experience. These interactions are so important for a thriving arts community and can’t be fully realized in our current technological age through television, computer or smart phone. I encourage you to visit and participate in the activities of the city’s cultural facilities and the smaller institutions and non-pro¿t arts groups that operate within our community—the experience will enrich your life.

Over the next few months there are still some great music and theatre performances to experience at the Shadbolt Centre.

For music lovers, David Myles, who is an award winning recording artist and songwriter, performs

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for one night only on March 31 and the Denis Chang Manouche Quartet returns to B.C. on April 13 after a successful debut tour in 2011.

For theatre goers the next performance of the Independents series, Miss Caledonia is featured in the Studio Theatre on April 20 and 21.

If you are interested in participating in an arts program, spring and summer registration has started for classes beginning as early as March 26.

For further information about the theatre season, programs or upcoming festivals, please visit us at shadboltcentre.com.

Geraldine Parent is the arts services manager with the City of Burnaby – Cultural Services.

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Metro Vancouver drivers may pay either an annual vehicle registration fee or a new regional carbon tax to shore up TransLink’s ¿nances for the short term.

The Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation wants the provincial government to enable both of those sources as possible ways to raise $30 million a year that will otherwise get added to TransLink property taxes starting in 2013.

And the mayors are also asking the province to authorize a comprehensive system of road pricing that could add tolls to bridges, highways and other major arteries throughout the region to fund future rounds of transit expansion.

In addition to road pricing, long-term funding sources proposed in a letter from the mayors to Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom include higher gas taxes, the vehicle fee and either a regional carbon tax or a share of revenue from the existing carbon tax.

All of them would hit motorists up for more money.

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“We’re looking at putting everything on the table and seeing what makes sense. We’re initially zeroing in on those things that the work we’ve done so far suggests are the most equitable and fair.”

The mayors hope the province will pass legislation this spring to enable both the short- and longterm funding sources.

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sources to introduce later this year they must signal their preferred to avoid the property tax increase, direction on TransLink which would charge the average funding regardless of political Metro house an extra $23. considerations.

The mayors council would The former NDP government likely take a number of years once authorized TransLink to to decide which longer-term collect a vehicle levy but then funding sources to use and how to refused to let ICBC collect it after structure a road pricing system, if the Opposition Liberals vowed to that is to be used. scrap the fee going into the 2001 Fassbender had no estimate election. yet of how much an annual The decision led to a decade vehicle fee might average, of underfunding of TransLink, but the letter from the mayors during which a parking stall tax suggests it should vary was brieÀy added only to based on engine size, be dismantled the next year fuel consumption and by the province after vocal emissions rating to protests. reward fuel-ef¿cient Lekstrom was noncars and punish highcommittal on whether the emitting gas guzzlers.

LEKSTROM province would approve a TransLink previously regional carbon tax or direct proposed a vehicle ICBC to collect the vehicle registration fee in 2010 varying fee for TransLink. from $15 to $55 per vehicle He predicted many Metro per year, averaging $38. It was residents would ¿nd the property expected to generate $39 million tax increase “more palatable” but it did not proceed that year. than paying more to own a car or Fassbender said one option to refuel it. would be to charge a lower And he stuck to the province’s vehicle fee in parts of the region position that it is not currently that are underserved by transit considering a change to its tolling and more in areas with good policy to allow road pricing and service. any move in that direction would “We see it as [charged] across take strong public support after passenger and commercial massive consultation. vehicles – not just one category,” “I think the mayors’ council he said. “We want to be sure has a lot of work to do there,” whatever we do is fair and Lekstrom said. “I can tell you at equitable across the spectrum.” this point the government has not He denied the request for entertained such a scheme.” enabling legislation now is an Asked if he’s concerned attempt to get new sources in traf¿c will worsen from drivers place before they become a diverting from toll bridges to free routes, Lekstrom said he’s not political football going into next sure. Lekstrom said any further year’s provincial election.

“When it comes to government hike in the gas tax is likely a “non-starter” since TransLink policy, there are no guarantees,” is about to get a two cent per Fassbender said, acknowledging litre increase starting April 1. the NDP could take power and And Lekstrom said the province dismantle new TransLink taxes. de¿nitely won’t hand over any “If it’s in legislation, they have one of two choices: they honour it share of the existing carbon tax, which he said is fully committed or they change it.” for income tax reduction.

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The B.C. Teachers’ Federation is going back to court to challenge the legislation that has put an end to its latest strike action, but teachers will be back on the job once spring break is over.

At a news conference in Vancouver Wednesday, BCTF president Susan Lambert announced that union members will take part in a province-wide vote on April 17 and 18 to decide if they will withhold voluntary extra-curricular duties to protest Bill 22. The legislation gives the provincial government the authority to impose heavy ¿nes for strike action during an imposed six-month cooling-off period.

A second member vote would have to be held with majority support before the union approves any strike action that would defy Bill 22 and trigger ¿nes of $1.3 million a day for the union and $475 a day for individual teachers.

Year-end report cards will be completed to allow students to apply for scholarships and post-secondary education, Lambert said.

Lambert appeared to rule out any further work-to-rule action as students return from spring break, but she left the door open for individual districts to begin immediately withholding voluntary extra-curricular duties such as coaching that are done outside of school hours.

“We’re a federation of autonomous locals, and yes, they will be making their own decisions,” Lambert said. “The plan envisions a provincewide action, and that would be one that would I guess join up with the local actions that have already been started.”

Bill 22 goes beyond forcing an end to the

Lambert said that will be a focus of new legal action.

“Bill 22 addresses the judgment by repealing it in one paragraph and reinstating it in the next,” she said. “That’s more than arrogant.”

Education Minister George Abbott returns next week from a 10-day visit to China promoting educational exchange. He said he will appoint a mediator when he returns, to seek agreement within the terms of the government’s two-year wage freeze.

The BCTF did not release the “action plan” worked out during delegate meetings in Vancouver this week, but did indicate that it rejects a provision of Bill 22 that could pay teachers extra if they teach classes of more than 30 students.

Lambert termed the extra pay offer “cash for kids” and called it “totally unethical.”

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Showdown on Burnaby Lake rugby pitch To battle Àrst-place James Bay in men’s Premier League clash

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A Burnaby Lake ball carrier tries to escape the clutches of Meralomas tacklers in the Àrst half of a B.C. Rugby Union women’s Premier League match, Saturday at Hume Park in New Westminster. Burnaby Lake remained undefeated with a 25-5 win.

Giants tangle with Cougars in midget final The Vancouver North West Giants will clash with the Cariboo Cougars in a bid to beat the Northern B.C. squad for the third consecutive year for the B.C. Major Midget Hockey League title.

The Giants have swept the two previous championships.

Game 1 will be at the Burnaby Winter Club on Friday, 7:30 p.m. with the second game Saturday at 7:45 in the best-of-three series.

If a deciding game is needed it will also be played at the Winter Club starting at 9:30 a.m. Sunday.

The winner will move on to battle the Alberta champion.

The Giants advanced to the ¿nal with a hard-fought series against the Greater Vancouver Canadians.

On Friday, Burnaby’s Adam Helewka had a goal and three assists to power the Giants to a 4-1 victory. Mitch Crisanti scored twice for the Giants with Anthony Conti getting their other goal. But on Saturday, the Canadians prevailed 2-1 with Helewka scoring North West’s only goal.

However, on Sunday at the North Shore Winter Club, the Giants edged the Canadians 3-2.

During the regular season, Helewka had 53 points, including 24 goals, in 40 games.

The Burnaby Lake Rugby Club’s men’s Premier League team will face off with ¿rst-place James Bay at the Burnaby Lake Sports Complex on Saturday at 2:45 p.m.

James Bay has won eight of nine games this season while the Burnaby boys have been victorious in six of eight.

Last Saturday, Burnaby Lake fell 24-20 to second place Castaway Wanderers (6-2-1) of North Vancouver.

BLRC’s ¿rst division squad will battle their James Bay counterparts at 1 p.m. after losing 28-15 to Castaways last weekend. Burnaby Lake (5-3) is fourth in the First Division standings.

The Burnaby Lake Premier League women’s team continues to roll along undefeated with its sixth win of the season downing Meraloma Rugby Club 25-5. They will play second-play Velox Valkyries (5-0) in Victoria on Saturday while Simon Fraser (1-5) takes on United (3-1) at Hume Park in New Westminster(11:30 a.m.). Last weekend, the University of Victoria downed last-place SFU 26-12.

Scigliano strong for Thunder Burnaby’s Julia Scigliano scored eight points in three games as the Lower Mainland Ringette League Thunder took three games from the hometown Saskatoon Wild last weekend.

On Saturday, Scigliano scored a goal and assisted on two others in a 4-2 victory. On Sunday they played a doubleheader with Sciligiano getting three assists in a 9-8 win in the ¿rst game and two more in a 9-3 triumph in the second.

The Wild’s lineup included former Simon Fraser University and Canadian national women’s softball team player Erin Cumpstone, a Saskatchewan native.

The victories meant the Thunder (30-22-6-2) ¿nished in second place in the Western Conference with 42 points, two behind the Prairie Fire.

Scigliano ¿nished the season with six goals and 45 points in 30 games. Finnish import Salla Kyhala of the Thunder won the league scoring race with 69 goals and 120 points in 27 games.

The Thunder have already advanced to the eight-team league championship tournament which will be played in Burnaby and New Westminster April 10 to 16. LMRL will start the tourney by taking on the Calgary Rath at Moody Park on April 10, 7:15 p.m.

Clan defeats Fighting Illini Mitch Frank of Burnaby, a graduate of St. Thomas More Collegiate, was one of the stalwarts on defence as Simon Fraser’s men’s lacrosse team stiÁed the University of Illinois 8-4 in game played in Salem, Ore., last Sunday.

The Fighting Illini was ranked No. 18 in the U.S. Freshman midÀelder Jan Potiaev of New Westminster got the Àrst point of his collegiate career with a goal in the fourth quarter.

Belle ties for seventh Michael Belle of Burnaby was Simon Fraser’s top Ànisher at the Cavalier Classic golf tournament hosted by Concordia University in Camas, Wash., this week.

Belle shot 75-74-75-224 to Ànish tied for seventh place. John Mlikotic was

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ninth, two strokes back of Belle as SFU came third in the team standings while the women’s team was fourth.

Saints set down SFU SFU women’s softball team started last weekend’s showdowns against St. Martin’s University with a 9-0 victory in the Àrst game of Saturday’s doubleheader. But it was downhill from there with the Saints rebounding for an 8-0 victory, and then sweeping the Clan 8-2 and 4-2 Sunday.

The losses put Simon Fraser’s record in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference at 10-6, and 14-7 overall.

SFU’s next action is this Saturday, when they play host to Central Washington for a doubleheader starting at 1 p.m.

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South Burnaby Metro Club Gunners forward Nick Ting battles a Tsawwassen Wanderers defender in a U-15 match at the 30th annual SBMC soccer tournament, Saturday at the Burnaby Lake Sports Complex.

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When: March 31, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Holy Eucharist Cathedral, 501 Fourth Ave. Info: 604-5260988.

The Kitchen Witches: The Vagabond Players presents The Kitchen Witches, a comedy

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by Jacqollyne Keath. The two hostesses of a cable-access cooking show have hated each other for over 30 years, ever since Larry Biddle dated one and married the other. When circumstances result in the ladies appearing in the same cooking show, the insults are flung harder than the food! When: March 15 to April 14, Thursday to Saturday, 8 p.m., Sunday matinees, 2 p.m. Where: Bernie Legge Theatre, Queens Park, New Westminster. Tickets: General $15, Seniors/Students $13, 2 for 1 previews, March 15 and 16. Reservations: 604-521-0412 or reservations@vagabondplayers.ca.

Info: www.vagabondplayers.ca.

Health Care and Citizenship Fraud Forum: Come out and discuss this pressing issue along with solutions and investigations.

Hear from the perspective of fraud victims. When: March 24, 1 to 3 p.m. Where: 504 Cottonwood Ave., Coquitlam. Info: Helen Chang, 778-837-3800. Sejong Counselling and Communication Services.

Geanealogy Courses: The Commmunity Centred College for the Retired begins its spring semester for the over 55s April 2.

Kids’ Club: Learn Bible stories in a fun, free, non-denominational setting, with crafts, singing, contests and prizes. Teen activities and ESL for adults included.

When: Monday nights, 6:30-7:30 p.m. through April 23. Where: 6907 Elwell St., Burnaby. Info: 604526-6008.

Citizens’ Pet Population Control Garage Sale: All proceeds to help animals. When: Saturday, March 24, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: All Saints Anglican Church, 7405 Royal Oak Ave., Burnaby at Watling St.

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Stefano Guilianetti, Sabine Freschi and Susan Bertoia star in Fresco. Come see this new Canadian play about the importance of heritage and about one Italian-Canadian family’s attempt to make peace with its history. When: Wednesday, March 21Saturday, March 24, 8 p.m. Where: James Cowan Theatre, Shadbolt Centre, 6450 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby. Tickets: $15.

Info and tickets: www.shadboltcentre.com or 604-205-3000.

Beginner to advanced courses, with extra research time. Registration: In person March 26 to 30, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 6650 Southoaks Cres., Burnaby. Info: 604-517-8732.

Organic Vegetable Gardening: An educational workshop about

growing a food garden. Walk through the process of assessing your garden, planning what to grow and where to find resources.

One of many upcoming workshops from The Land Conservancy of B.C. $20 for non-members, $15 for members. When: March 31, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Where: The Eagles Estate Heritage Garden, 5655

Sperling Ave., Burnaby. Info: Call Lynsey Dobbie for registration, 604733-2313 or ldobbie@conservancy. bc.ca.

Easter Bake Sale: Just in time for Easter, New Westminster’s Ukrainian community is holding a bake sale featuring Babkas, Paskas,

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The Magic of Viola: This is a very rare opportunity that features five violists on the stage to perform a variety of music from classical to contemporary, as well as some comedy and humour with viola jokes. When: Saturday, March 24, 7:30 p.m. Where: Cliff Ave United Church, 1600 Cliff Ave., Burnaby.

Tickets: $20 adults/seniors; $15 students at Cliff Ave United Church (604-420-2621), Deer Lake United Church (604-299-4211), or JP Productions (604-765-9032).

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FROM $418,800 Your own exterior entry. A ground-level patio. Two or three bedrooms.

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Friday, March 23, 2012 NewsLeader A27

Portrait Homes named top builder in Canada

Local builder wins AVID Award Portrait Homes has long had a reputation for building amazing homes and delivering great value. They were recently the recipients of multiple Georgie Awards from the Canadian Home Builders’ Association of British Columbia, including two Customer Choice awards.

Now they are being honoured again with the Avid Diamond Award for the Best Customer Experience in Canada.

“This is truly an outstanding achievement and honour for Portrait Homes to be given this award,” says Vice-President of Sales and Marketing Troy Steine. “It’s been made possible by the unwavering dedication and

commitment from each and every one of the Portrait Homes team.”

The annual Avid Awards honour the best builders across Canada for providing great customer service, and base their awards on feedback from homeowners.

This year, over 97 per cent of Portrait home buyers said they would recommend the company. Steine is extremely proud of this statistic.

“Providing an outstanding customer experience is the strength that allows Portrait Homes to flourish in a competitive market and positions us as the builder of choice in today’s real estate market,” he says.

The bathrooms are luxurious, with thick granite countertops, polished chrome or satin nickel bath fixtures and hardware and mosaic ceramic tile surounds on the bath and shower.

The high-quality laminate flooring featured throughout the main floor is durable and ready to take the pounding of any number of feet, while the thick carpeting on the upper floor is a cozy detail that you’ll love to sink your feet into in the morning. Another

thoughtful detail is the built-in wire closet shelving, so you’ll easily be able to unpack as soon as you get your keys.

A wide range of demographics have been interested in South Arm Gardens, Lawson says. Buyers will be able to take possession of their new homes in late April or early May. Homes at South Arm Gardens start at $499,000. For more information check out www.southarmgardens.com or call 604-998-4526.

‘A location that can’t be beat’

Richmond welcoming South Arm Gardens

by Kerry Vital

The South Arm neighbourhood of Richmond is full of parks, shops and recreation, so it should be no surprise that the area is proud to welcome its newest development, South Arm Gardens.

Built by the Kraftsmen Group of Companies and with 15 townhomes in the development, South Arm Gardens has the feel of an exclusive little community.

“These are wonderful homes at a terrific value and in a location that can’t be beat,” says Sean Lawson, president of Steveston Real Estate. “South Arm Gardens offers an affordable way to get into the market in one of Richmond’s most sought-after neighbourhoods.”

Seven different floorplans and three different designer-selected colour schemes give you plenty of options for finding the home that fits you best, and with the private fenced yards that are included with every home and beautiful landscaping, your outdoor space will make an amazing first impression.

Inside, the nine-foot ceilings on the main level and oversized windows contribute to the overriding sense of space, no matter what room you’re in.

Those oversized windows allow plenty of natural light to shine in, so your home will never feel dark even in the worst weather. Many of the homes are built with an open-plan layout that is perfect for entertaining, and the convenient kitchen islands in most

plans provide extra storage and counter space. Crown moulding throughout is one of the little details that make these homes so amazing, along with large 5 1/4-inch baseboards on the main floor and 4 1/4-inch baseboards on the upper floors.

The kitchens showcase chefinspired touches, such as stainlesssteel appliances and custom-crafted cabinets complemented by natural granite countertops. Adjustable overhead halogen track lighting and ceiling pot lights ensure you have the perfect amount of light while prepping and cooking, and a hand-set ceramic tile backsplash lends a touch of sophisticated elegance to the room.

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These are wonderful homes at a terrific value,” says Sean Lawson, president of Steveston Real Estate.

Submitted photos

South Arm Gardens features chef-inspired kitchens, above, including a stylish ceramic-tile backsplash and stainless-steel appliances. Laminate flooring is featured throughout the living areas, top, while the spacious master bedrooms, left, feature luxurious carpeting.

A28 NewsLeader Friday, March 23, 2012

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A World of Difference.

Meet Bluetree, a seriously friendly builder. While our friendly approach may seem fresh and novel, we’re hardly the new builders on the block. Helpful and dependable like a good neighbour, we come from ParkLane Homes and its 30+ years of award-winning quality and customer service.

MAPLE RIDGE

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Mackin Park 1 - 2 BED MODERN APARTMENTS from the low $200’s Situated in Maillardville, the historic heart of Coquitlam, this community of one and two bedroom apartments will be unrivalled in its proximity and access to all parts of Metro Vancouver.

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PORT COQUITLAM

Citadel Heights SINGLE FAMILY HOMES Need more room for life and play? Introducing 3 and 4 bed single-family homes surrounded by great schools, spacious parks and convenient everyday amenities.

Think of it as having the best of a small-town lifestyle with all the right connections to the big city.

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Kanaka pricing subject to change without notice. HST not included. This is not an offering for sale. Such an offering can only be made by way of a disclosure statement. E.&O.E.

See more at bluetreehomes.ca

A30 NewsLeader Friday, March 23, 2012

New Westminster’s Best Tower Value · Set within the 65 acre Victoria Hill’s Master Planned

community, featuring over 40 acres of public green space & direct connection to Queen’s park via the pedestrian overpass · A contemporary 22 storey high–rise with a collection

of townhomes · Homes feature stunning views from the Fraser River

to Mount Baker

Coming Early Spring Priced From $249,900 This is not an offering for sale. Any such offering can only be made by way of disclosure. Prices and specifications subject to change without notice. Illustrations are artist’s concept. E.&O.E.

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With a world of shopping, dining and recreation surrounding you at every turn, at Abbey Road you’ll never have to venture far from home.

Set amongst large mature trees and extensive landscaping, open green spaces, private yards and muse entranceways, Abbey Road gives ϐ Ǥ ϐ ǯ togethers with friends and family, as well as a traditional English garden with secure play area for little ones, and Abbey Road is more than a place to call home, it is a community within a community that brings every convenience and amenity right to your door step.

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A32 NewsLeader Friday, March 23, 2012

Come see the newest technological advances and the next generation of automotive powertrains in the new Clean Energy Vehicle Showcase presented by The Beat 94.5, OMNI News, and Citytv. This display, located near the show entrance, features hybrid vehicles, battery electric, fuel cell, and even gasoline engines. Emerging EV charging technology will be on display as will information about infrastructure changes from BC Hydro.

Incentives of up to

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$ All New BC Place April 3 - 8, 2012

per eligible clean energy vehicle

Incentives are available to British Colu Columbia umbia reside residents, businesses, non-profit organizations and local d al government s thr organizations. qualified Incentives are available for qualifi lified consumers consumer through local qualifying battery electric, fuel dealerships that sell or lease qualif lifying new batte cell, plug-in hybrid electric, electr tric, or compressed compresse gas vehicles.

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Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work?

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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

LOCKER STEWARD The Vancouver Golf Club The Vancouver Golf Club is looking for an energetic individual (male), to fill the position of P/T Male Locker Steward. The position posting will close on Sat. Mar 31 at noon. The Locker Steward will be resp. for, but not limited to the following: Vacuming; cleaning & sanitizing toilets/urinals; cleaning & sanitizing shower stalls, jacuzzi & dry sauna; washing, drying & folding towels; replenishing locker room amens; occasional lifting up to a max 30 lbs.

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ELECTRICAL

NEW WEST ELECTRICIAN Small Jobs. Renovations, Panels.

Elec. Heat, Lighting, Repairs.

Call (604)591-7621

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

SITE OFFICE ASSISTANT CIVIL & PARK CONSTRUCTORS Seeks Site Office Assistant for various projects in the Vancouver area. Must have own vehicle.

Must speak fluent English.

Must be computer literate First Aid an asset.

Fulltime $14 - $17 (depending on experience) Plus OVERTIME and BENEFITS Fax resume to 604-507-4711 or Email: Paul.orourke@wilcocivil.ca www.wilcocivil.ca

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Angelena Physic Healer & Life Coach Can solve all problems of life specializing in love, health, business, marriage, reunites loved ones. Call today for a better tomorrow. 3 readings for $35.00

BAJ MINI EXCAVATING, Sewer, storm, drainage, oil tank removal, paving, old house drainage. 604779-7816, 604-540-9420

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DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Journeymen Carpenters and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Carpenters must have experience with installation of footing forms, slab on grade forms, build and install wall, column and elevated horizontal forms.

Ability to layout work, off supplied control lines. And the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Laborers and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Laborers will possess competency in assisting on the installation of all types of formwork, performing general labor work and placing concrete. Have the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

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CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

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CLEANING SERVICES

DETAILED EUROPEAN CLEANING.

Efficient, Reliable, Friendly, Bonded Excellent References with 18 yrs of experience. Call Ivet: 778-235-4070

MAIDS R’ US The Best Cleaners around GUARANTEED! Best rates, exp’d staff, 27 yrs. exp. Refs. Wkly/bi-mnthly.

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CONCRETE & PLACING

PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 32 Years Exp. Free Estimates.

RUBBER BUILDER

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

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.Jim’s Mowing Spring Services Same day services

LAWNS PLUS

Landscape Maintenance

D Economical Lawn Mowing D Complete Grounds Maint D Pruning & Shaping D Aeration & Power Raking D Fully Insured Residential~Strata~Commercial

(604)671-2746 Free Estimates

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine.

7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

❞A ALL RESIDENTIAL❞

SANDBLASTER

Shift work – starting rate $22.53/hour. Experience a must.

Good Benefits–Immediate Start

Cliff 604-931-0825

IVY GREEN YARD SERVICE Hedges, pruning, yd cleanup, maint 35 years exp. FREE Estimates.

Guar. Work. Calvin 604-992-4633

Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca

Richmond plant requires Full-Time

Graveyard shift 11:30p.m. to 7:00a.m. 4 days per week $19.75 per hour to start plus $1.50 per hour – shift differential.

Lawncutting D Power Raking D Rototilling & Pruning D Hedge Trimming D Power washing D Open to odd jobs Free Est, Established since 1997, Licensed Business, Reas. rates

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One affordable monthly payment interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not the creditors.

GARDENING

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

604-447-3404

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INSIDE WORKERS REQUIRED for Commercial laundry in Port Coquitlam. F/T Mon. to Fri. $11/hr.

Apply in person Mon-Fri at: #205, 1515 Broadway St, Pt Coquitlam.

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ELECTRICIAN. Licensed. Local.

Low cost. Big/small jobs. Renov. & panel change expert. 604-374-0062

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

Local restoration company looking for someone for temporary office position. Familiarity with MS word, good typing skills, e-mailing, filing and opening files. Good ph. manner, reliability necessary.

Hourly pay rate is negotiable.

Please apply by April 10, 2012 to: Wascana@idmail.com or fax (604)540-8784.

F/T ASSISTANT MANAGER (Burnaby) Shilla Tours & Travel Ltd. 3-5 yrs exp. College grad.

Eng/Korean is beneficial $21.50/H Fax: 604-516-0328

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Ideal for Students. Person required to pressure wash fleet of trucks on a P/T bases. Must have a vehicle to commute between 4 locations.

Email resume to kaddy@dryco.ca or Fax to 604-591-6188

Temporary Office Position May 31 - August 30, 2012

PAID training. F/T Hours Benefits after 6 months Must be outgoing!!!

Dr. Sik Po Tang MD.

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Suite 404-625 Fifth Ave, New Westminster. BC V3M 1X4 Announces the closing of his Family Practice effective March 30th, 2012.

MEDICAL RECORDS: Please obtain a copy of your medical record by contacting Record Storage & Retrieval Services (RSRS) at: 1-888-563-3732 ext.1 www.recordsolutions.ca

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Weekend Position.

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* Electrical * Plumbing * Heating * Painting * Carpentry * Tile Work * Laminate & Hardwood Flooring Exc. Rates, Senior Disc. Work guar.

Since 1986. Ken 604-418-7168

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ZIGGY’S RENO’S. European quality work. Free Est. All types of renos. Best prices! 604-931-4224

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OKANAGAN RETREAT Open to offers 3br 3ba 1833sf home 5 s/s appls 250-307-0913, 250-365-1718

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RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO Walker Manor

Move-Allowance 1/2 mo. Rent FREE!

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL A-TECH Services 604-230-3539

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

Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

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3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

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PETS

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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

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PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

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Call Ian 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS AT NORTHWEST ROOFING Re-roofing, Repair & New Roof Specialists. Work Guar. WCB.10% Senior’s. Disc. Jag 778-892-1530 GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362

NAHAL CONSTRUCTION New and Re-Roof Specialist Residential & Commercial.

Shakes, Shingles and Duroid.

25 year of experience.

Call for your FREE estimate.

Jas 778-896-4065 Bell 604-339-2765

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Chihuahua, (2 Female Adult) spayed, shots up to date. Love kids.

3 & 5 yrs. $250 ea. (778)708-6771 COLLIE BOUVIER cross puppies born Feb 14. Black with white paws.

1 Blue Merle. Will make excellent family & livestock guardians. Mission 604-820-4827.

LAB SHEPHERD ROTTI X puppies, 5 left. 1st shots, dewormed. $495. Call 604-864-1004.

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

PITT MEADOWS. 2 & 3 bdrm. in family complex. Close to bus, schools & shopping. Ref’s req’d.

Small pets okay, $1075/$1175/mo.

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New Westminster Royals reached beyond Hope to win their game at the Al Hughes peewee hockey tournament by a wide margin.

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Gord Gibson pauses during his walk along Queen’s Park to check out a sudden squall of snow and sleet on Wednesday.

Value Village eyed for Queensborough Construction could take a while to begin because pre-load has to be moved and settled Grant Granger ggranger@newwestnewsleader.com

A Value Village could be popping up in Queensborough, but it could be a while before it becomes a reality.

The city has received a development permit for construction of a 45,530-square-foot building between the Starlight Casino

and Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse. A report to city council said the owner, Beedie Development Group, is proposing to place Value Village as a tenant in 30,000 sq. ft. of the space with the remaining 15,530 for industrial use.

Allowing a second-hand store on the property would be permitted under the current light industrial zoning (M-1) on the land.

However, council is in the process of considering removing all nonindustrial uses from M-1.

Since the application was made before the change was adopted, Value Village would still be eligible to put a store there because it would be grandfathered, making it “lawfully non-conforming.”

(The change, when it is made would mean all retail, except for businesses like an industrial park restaurant would not be appropriate.)

The site itself is designated in the Of¿cial Community Plan as industrial since it is part of the Queensborough Industrial Park.

City of New Westminster planner Mike Watson said Beedie still has to jump through a few more hoops before it can start construction.

In addition, said Watson, the site was pre-loaded at the front and Beedie is proposing to put the building on the back part of the property.

That would require the pre-load to be moved and then given time to settle. Value Village currently has a store at Edmonds at Kingsway, which is less than six kilometres away from the Queensborough location.

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A groundbreaking ceremony will be held next Tuesday for one of New Westminster’s most controversial high-rise projects.

Ballenas Project Management is commencing work on Northbank at 125 Columbia St., a 21-storey building with 109 homes at the east end of Downtown New Westminster.

Last June, city council narrowly approved the rezoning request by Ballenas, following a public hearing with more than 20 opponents lining up to speak.

Most were residents of an adjacent high rise at 31 Elliott St. They told council there wasn’t enough room for parking and traf¿c in the area.

They also said space was too limited to allow construction vehicles to safely manoeuvre.

Sales for Northbank began March 10 with 20 per cent of the building sold so far.

The project is due to be completed by November 2013 with homes ranging from 624 to 800 square feet in the tower, and 1,071 to 1,333 square feet in the townhomes. The presentation centre is at Begbie Street and Columbia.

A2 NewsLeader Friday, March 23, 2012

DOWNTOWN RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION GENERAL MEETING

CITYPAGE 2012 RESIDENTIAL WATER, SEWER AND SOLID WASTE CHARGES DUE DATE: FRIDAY – APRIL 20, 2012 2012 Residential Water, Sewer and Solid Waste bills have been mailed to the registered owners of Single Detached Dwellings.

If you have not received your Residential Water, Sewer and Solid Waste bill please contact the Taxes and Utilities Department at City Hall at 604-527-4555 or 604-527-4550. New owners of single detached dwellings who have not received their bill in the mail are advised to contact the Taxes and Utilities Department.

Accounts paid in full on or before April 20, 2012 are eligible for a 5% prompt payment discount. Accounts unpaid after April 20, 2012 are not eligible for the 5% discount and may be subject to transfer to property taxes if still unpaid at December 31, 2012.

Various payment options are provided for your convenience: • By mail or in person at City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, V3L 1H9 • Cheques post-dated to the April 20th discount date are welcome • INTERAC Bank Debit Card at City Hall • After-hours payment into “City Hall Mail” located at the north entrance to City Hall • At any chartered bank and most trust companies and credit unions • By tele-banking or internet-banking service through your financial institution • At automated banking machines • At authorized agent: o Royal City Drugs 708 – Sixth Street • At the Queensborough Community Centre (Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Friday 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)

Credit cards are NOT accepted for the payment of Utility bills Seniors Living Alone: If you have received your bill, you may qualify for a waiver of 25% of the flat rate charges if you meet ALL of the following requirements: 1. 65 years of age or over, and 2. Living alone (one person only) in the single family residence, and 3. A registered owner of the property.

If you meet all of the above requirements and your flat rate utility bill does not already include a reduction described as “Senior Waiver” please call the Taxes and Utilities Department for assistance.

Wednesday, March 28, 2012 • 7:00 pm Holy Trinity Parish Hall (514 Carnarvon Street) On the Agenda: • Mike Degelder will present an update about the Plaza 88 development at New Westminster Station and answer questions about the development’s progress.

• Committee Reports • New City Guidelines for Residents Associations Resients that live between Royal Avenue and the Fraser River are welcome to attend. For more information, please visit www.nwdra.org.

PARCEL TAX ROLL REVIEW PANEL PARCEL TAX ROLL PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given, pursuant to the requirements of the Community Charter that a Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel will sit in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC on Monday March 26, 2012 at 6:00 pm.

The Panel will review the Parcel Tax Roll prepared for the following bylaws.

If no complaints are received the Parcel Tax Roll will be considered to be authenticated.

• Bylaw No.7300,2009 – Lane paving between Fenton Street and Pembina Street, south of Ewen Avenue • Bylaw No.7218,2008 – Downtown New Westminster Business Improvement Area (Secondary Area) • Bylaw No.7217,2008 – Downtown New Westminster Business Improvement Area (Primary Area) • Bylaw No.7150,2007 – Lane paving Second Street • Bylaw No.6817,2003 – Pine Street boulevard, curb and gutter • Bylaw No.6605,2000 – Queensborough specified area, stage 2 (Sewer) A property owner may make a complaint only on the grounds of an error or omission in the roll. A complaint shall not be heard by the Panel unless written notice of the complaint has been made to the office of the Collector at City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, B.C. V3L 1H9, at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the time appointed for the first sitting of the Review Panel at 6:00 pm, March 26, 2012.

The Parcel Tax Roll is available for inspection in the Finance and Information Technology Department of City Hall during its regular office hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Any questions concerning the above information or in relation to the complaints process should be directed to Mr. G. Holowatiuk, Director of Finance & Information Technology at 604-527-4514.

For further information, call the Taxes and Utilities Department at City Hall at 604-527-4555 or 604-527-4550.

QUEEN’S PARK MASTER PLAN SURVEY

COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION ON CULTURAL CAPITAL OF CANADA 2014 DESIGNATION

What are your ideas and priorities for the future of Queen’s Park? Tell us by participating in the Queen’s Park Master Plan online survey.

Your feedback will help shape the future development and use of New Westminster’s flagship park. Please visit www.newwestpcr.ca to learn more about this exciting project and to complete the online survey.

The City of New Westminster is hosting an important community information session on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 7:30 pm at the Massey Theatre to share information and solicit ideas from the City’s arts, cultural and event organizing community members for the designation of Cultural Capital of Canada 2014.

The City of New Westminster will be applying to the Department of Canadian Heritage for designation as a Cultural Capital of Canada for 2014. Deadline for the application is June 30, 2012. A successful bid could mean up to $1,000,000 in funding for arts and cultural groups in the city.

The City of New Westminster is inviting all arts, cultural and community groups to attend this important information session. The session is also open to neighbourhood associations, businesses, multicultural groups, heritage organizations, First Nations groups, youth groups, seniors organizations, to name a few. Any organizations or groups within New Westminster who can fulfill the program criteria are invited. For more information, please visit www.newwestcity.ca.

GOOD RIDDANCE: SHOWING CLUTTER THE DOOR Is clutter getting the best of you? Learn to take control at the New Westminster Public Library on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 7:00 pm.

In an entertaining way, organizational experts Heather Knittel and Susan Borax, authors of Good Riddance: Showing Clutter the Door, will talk about some of the 100 house-cluttering culprits most deserving of eviction and how to send them packing. They will show you how to surrender your CRUD (completely ridiculous unworthy debris) and save your home, your marriage and your sanity.

As space is limited, pre-register in the library or call 604-527-4667.

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Infocus

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Trustees spent big bucks for votes

Douglas do-ing it differently College changes its brand marketing Grant Granger ggranger@newwestnewsleader.com

Grant Granger

When everyone knows your name that may be a good thing in a bar, but it’s not if they don’t know what you are if you’re a post-secondary institution.

That’s the conclusion Douglas College came to a couple of years ago, when it went around asking what people know about the school.

“The familiarity of the name was high, but they struggled to describe anything beyond that. They knew nothing much about the college,” said Dave Taylor, the post-secondary institution’s director of marketing and communications.

So for 2012, Douglas College decided to revitalize its brand so potential students would take a look at it. The college started by talking with students and staff to ¿gure out how better to portray itself in the community.

“We took a good look at ourselves,” said Taylor. “The core message is do what you love and be good at it. And Douglas College is one of the best places in the country to help you ¿gure that out.”

He said one of the strongest messages from students was that Douglas provided a friendly, encouraging environment. “It’s a tightknit community that’s very supportive.”

They took the ‘do’ part of ‘do what you love’ to heart, since the verb is part of the college’s name. For those that do want to set themselves up for university, or do want to upgrade their education.

“It’s part of our name. We’re also an applied institution. You get a lot of hands-on experience, maybe more so than you would at a university institution,” said Taylor. “We wanted to really emphasize that in our work.”

Even though enrolment at Douglas is

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Big day for researchers at Douglas On Monday, Douglas College’s New West campus concourse will be abuzz with more than 70 individual students and groups presenting their research.

The research topics are wide and varied: • Effects of youth physical activity on adulthood socioeconomic status; • Toxic additives in personal care and food products; • Effects of stress on informal caregivers; • Health and environmental consequences of hydraulic fracking; • Home vs. hospital births; • Euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide; • The motivation for young people to contemplate plastic surgery; • Effectiveness of abstinence-til-marriage sex education programs; • Antisocial aspects of social networking; • Where does e-waste go, and what are the consequences?

The presentations will be done between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

growing and making it dif¿cult to ¿nd enough room for everyone, especially at the New Westminster campus, the college has its eye on the future with its new campaign to attract more students.

“You’ve got to look at the demographics that are changing.

You’ve got fewer and fewer Grade 12s graduating. It will be diminishing over time, so when students look for options for post-secondary they understand what we can offer,” said Taylor.

The rebranding also includes a new stylized logo.

“We needed to redo a lot of the signage at Douglas College, particularly here at the New Westminster campus.

We thought if we’re going to change the signage anyway we thought why not change the logo. It looked dated, and that came up a lot of times in our research. The old logo didn’t hold any meaning for anyone.”

The new one has three layers—DOUG-LAS—with the O, U and A on top of each other in what Taylor said resembles a person, something that is core to the Douglas College experience, he said. “We literally wanted to put a student in the middle of the logo.”

He added that so far the new logo and campaign has received an excellent response. “There was a real appetite for change.”

Although the four successful labour-backed candidates for New Westminster school trustee received nearly $20,000 in union contributions, they also spent about $21,000 of their own money to get elected last November, according to ¿nancial disclosure documents.

Top vote getter Jonina Campbell spent $15,700 on her campaign. She collected nearly $7,000 from 82 individuals, the largest contribution being $535, and $4,750 from six unions, including CUPE BC which gave her $2,900. To make ends meet, however, Campbell and her husband Andrew anted up nearly $4,000 themselves.

Runner-up David Phelan put in almost half, $6,277, of the $13,000 in contributions he collected.

He received $4,580 from six unions, with CUPE BC and CUPE 49 contributing $2,900 between the two of them.

Long-time trustee Michael Ewen coughed up $5,400 of his own money while receiving more than $4,000 from unions toward his $11,000 campaign.

James Janzen, who has since been named board chair, collected more than $13,000 in contributions including $6,000 from himself and $1,000 from his father Wes, who recently passed away.

Janzen, however, spent a little less than $11,500 so he reimbursed himself $1,635.

Janzen received more than $6,000 from seven union sources, the largest amounts coming from CUPE BC at $3,400 and CUPE local 409 at $1,000.

Three Voice New Westminster candidates were elected, headed by Casey Cook, whose only contribution, $2,700, came from himself.

It was a similar story for Lisa Graham who paid all of her $1,980 in expenses herself. Successful rookie candidate MaryAnn Mortensen did get $770 in contributions, but put in $2,000 of her own money for the campaign.

Unsuccessful Voice candidate Jim Goring spent $3,000 with all but $70 coming from himself while Brenda McEachern Keen spent $3,300 with $2,800 of that being her own money.

Independent candidates Glen Richmond ($3,700), James Bell ($1,320) and James Pepa ($908) paid all of their own expenses.

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For Mayur Kothary, Christmas arrived on Feb. 21.

That’s when B.C. ¿nance minister Kevin Falcon announced as part of his provincial budget a one-time tax credit of up to $10,000 for ¿rst-time home buyers of new homes.

The credit is supposed to ease the pain buyers and builders have felt from the HST as the government prepares MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER to phase out the Realtor Adam Goss checks out progress of the Viceroy, a new condo tower under controversial tax that construction in Uptown New Westminster. Goss hasn’t noticed an increase in Àrst-time buyers because of the new tax credit, because most new homes being built in New West added thousands of are condo presales that won’t be ready for occupancy before the program expires. dollars to the cost of a new home. builders could hope for, got busy.

And since the credit is also tied “It was a gift. It was absolutely After a moribund January and to net family income and the perfect for us,” says Kothary of quiet February, he boosted his price of the home, it’s unlikely the credit. That’s because he’s weekend sales staff and ordered to apply to anyone buying a new just putting the ¿nishing touches new banners advertising the townhome or detached home. on The Sevens, a 61-unit wood project’s eligibility for buyers to Those restrictions mean local frame condo development on take advantage of the credit. The realtors haven’t seen much new Royal Oak, just south of Rumble banners haven’t even gone up business from ¿rst-time buyers in Burnaby. yet, and Kothary says he’s sold looking to take advantage of the With 15 of the one-bedroomseven units since the credit was bonus. “It’s not going to change plus-den units still unsold, the announced. people’s minds,” says Adam Goss project ¿ts right into the target “It’s not very often the of the tax credit. “It’s more of market for the credit; almost government gives you $10,000 a bonus rather than a decisionthree-quarters of purchasers were for free,” says Kothary. “It making criteria.” just getting into the real estate gives us the edge over our Goss, a realtor with Park game and they’d be able to take competition.”

Georgia in New Westminster, possession of their homes well Resales of existing homes says most of the new units in the before the program’s expiration aren’t eligible, nor are presales if city marketed to ¿rst-time buyers on April 1, 2013. the residence isn’t completed and have already been snapped up in Kothary, who ¿gured the the new owner in possession by presales long before the credit government’s announcement a the beginning of next April. That was announced, and those coming few days before the budget of a rules out most of the concrete up won’t be ready for occupancy timetable for the transition back highrises currently being built in before next April. to PST and GST was the best Burnaby and New Westminster.

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DPAC resolutions accepted Provincial body to vote on call for change to conÁict-of-interest policy Grant Granger ggranger@newwestnewsleader.com

A New Westminster District Parent Advisory Council’s (DPAC) proposed resolution to the provincial body calling for all school district employees to be ineligible to run to become a school trustee has been accepted for discussion at its upcoming annual general meeting.

The B.C. Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils (BCCPAC) also approved three others resolutions proposed by New Westminster.

DPAC’s resolution was in

response to what it believes is perceived conÀict of interest from trustees who are employed in the public school education system.

If B.C. were to adopt such a system it would join Alberta and Ontario. B.C. laws disqualify only those who are employed by the district they run in.

Trustee Michael Ewen, who has been a trustee for more than 30 years and is a teacher in Surrey, disputes such a change is necessary because the electorate already knows before it votes that he is a teacher.

Delegates to the BCCPAC’s annual general meeting in Coquitlam May 25-27, will also get to vote on three more New Westminster resolutions.

DPAC has proposed BCCPAC

lobby the ministry of education to reinstate targeted funding for special education, special needs and ESL; make it mandatory for school boards to record and report all student suspensions and expulsions, and provide the data to the school’s planning council; and for the province to develop a universal complaint process.

DPAC’s resolution calling for the education ministry to make it mandatory for boards of education to have a question period during all regularly scheduled public board meetings, and have the questions and responses recorded in the minutes has yet to be approved.

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“Everything helps, but we’re not seeing a whole lot of traf¿c because of it,” says Doris Gee, a Burnaby realtor.

She’s only had one enquiry from a ¿rst-time buyer looking to take advantage of the tax credit, but that hasn’t turned into a sale yet.

Part of the reason may also be education, says Goss. The tax credit hasn’t been widely promoted since it was announced, and developers like Kothary are just starting to gear their marketing up to take advantage of it.

“New buyers aren’t educated at this point,” says Goss. “It’s

a bonus I get to tell my clients about.”

“The building sector has been down,” says Kothary, who’s beginning to clear a neighbouring property for another development.

“People no longer have to sit on the fence waiting for the HST to end. It’s enough of a stimulant to get them moving.”

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Short sighted The alarm has been raised that the federal government is about to turn the clock back on ¿sheries protection by about 35 years.

According to documents released by retired ¿sheries biologist Otto Langer and introduced in the House of Commons by New WestminsterCoquitlam MP Fin Donnelly last week, the government plans to strip habitat protection for ¿sh in Section 35 of the Fisheries Act, effectively making creek and stream protection a thing of the past.

Documents produced by Langer indicate the government plans to remove a ban against activity that results in the “harmful alteration, disruption or disruption or destruction of ¿sh habitat” and replacing it with a ban on activity that has an “adverse effect on a ¿sh of economic, cultural or ecological value.”

While on the surface, it looks like the changes would protect ¿sh, it’s not clear how, when ¿sh rely on a healthy environment, ecosystem or habitat to thrive. If it can’t be proven that a species of ¿sh has special value, then can the habitat — creek, river or stream — be legally destroyed?

No of¿cial word has come that the Stephen Harper government might back down from these changes. On the contrary, Fisheries Minister Keith Ash¿eld has criticized the current act, saying it inhibits the normal activities of Canadian property owners.

Indeed, many have heard stories of property owners who were prevented from subdividing because there’s a ditch in the way that sometimes has ¿sh in it. And there are times when it’s hard to understand the “economic” or “environmental” value of a creek or stream. But lack of knowledge or understanding about how our watersheds work is the reason most of them were paved over, culverted or diverted in the 1960s and 1970s, leaving us low ¿sh returns today.

The idea that ¿sh, and the rest of the planet, can be altered unless an economic argument can be made to save it, is short-sighted.

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Weathering a reversal of fortune The ¿rst of¿cial day of spring was Tuesday. You’re excused if you didn’t bolt out to the back garden in your shorts to do a celebratory happy dance.

Because while the rest of Canada was tearing off their winter coats, lining up for tables at outdoor patios, even sunbathing on the beach for crying out loud, we still had the “s” word—as in snow—in the weather forecast. In fact, a huge swath of the continent seems to have skipped spring altogether and jumped straight to summer. Montreal hit 24 degrees on Monday. Winnipeg, a.k.a.

Winterpeg, was forecast to warm up to 25 degrees on Monday; normally they’re lucky to hit -1, and there’s still ice on the Assiniboine River.

Looking out the window at grey, roiling clouds pregnant with Àurries, sleet and even ice pellets, and pulling down the ear Àaps on your hat, it’s hard not to feel pangs of jealousy.

This is supposed to be our time to gloat! This is when we’re supposed to be basking in

Mario Bartel springtime la vida loca, kicking back on the deck, face turned up into the warm sunshine, breathing in the delicate scents of the season’s ¿rst blossoms, while the rest of the country endures the last gasps of winter. This is when we’re supposed to phone friends back east as they dig their way out of a March snowstorm to let them know how we rode our bikes around the seawall. In short sleeves! And then stopped for refreshing pina coladas!

Instead, Mike Renney’s SFU Clan softball team has to practise in the gym because there’s an inch of snow on the grass at Beedie Field.

“We’re getting pretty good at the hardwood bounce,” says Renney.

On Sunday, his players had to spend the morning clearing

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University relaxed in their hotel And what nature usually says rooms. No wonder the Clan lost this time of year is to expect the both ends of that afternoon’s unexpected. doubleheader, which itself was “Winter includes part of March,” delayed by more snow. With their says Reid. “The rhythm of the visitors traveling from as far away plants is correct.” as Montana and Utah, the Clan are loathe to postpone games because of weather. So they Our notion of balmy March weather is mostly bundle up, pull the a Àgment of human construction and eternal shovels out of the optimism, according to Alan Reid. storage shed and Sure enough, the signs of spring play on.

ARE everywhere; colourful “It’s killing us,” says Renney. crocuses have had their white, While it’s easy to play the yellow and violet heads poked up proverbial (frozen) Chicken Little through lawns for a few weeks, when the natural order of the early rhododendrons are blooming, weather gods seems somehow buds on some trees are beginning reversed, Alan Reid, the chief to burst. All right on schedule, horticulturalist at GardenWorks according to nature’s plan. injects a little seasonal sanity.

It would just be nice if the Our notion of balmy March weather would get better so we weather is mostly a ¿gment of could enjoy them. human construction and eternal optimism, he contends.

Mario Bartel is a photographer “We try to control everything, and reporter with the NewsLeader. but nature knows better than us,” Reid says. “People want to be

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Re: DPAC going provincial on attempted to raise the issue of I’ve got news for you—DPAC conÀict of interest (NewsLeader, conÀict of interest many times in doesn’t think your word is March 16) the past and in each case, Michael enough anymore. They now School trustee Michael Ewen Ewen, James Janzen and recently want the conÀict-of-interest issue simply doesn’t get it. Neither departed labour-backed trustees codi¿ed along the same lines as does current board chair James have either put them up to public they have in Alberta and Ontario.

Janzen—or for that matter, the ridicule for their efforts or have In many ways, you brought this entire labour-funded district trivialized the issue. upon yourselves. Had you taken labour council. All the New It’s hard to tell whether it’s your mandates and the public Westminster District Parent their arrogance or misplaced trust more seriously; had you Advisory Council is asking for con¿dence in their electoral not seriously underestimated is a “full (functioning) board majorities that prevents them the changing demographic able to consider all issues... from considering the possible intelligence, its renewed civic unencumbered by outside undue impact on good governance. advocacy and willingness to inÀuence (real or imagined).”

In a NewsLeader article last engage—nay, take the driver’s Using one example, it is November, Janzen said that he seat from its public employees reported that several labour “senses” that Michael Ewen (trustees) where their children and unions invested over $20,000 in “understands when he is in their fortunes are concerned—I four successful labour-backed conÀict and acts appropriately.” dare say, we would not be hearing candidates. “Invested” because He adds that “as long as people from DPAC today. that was what it was. (trustees) follow the rules, we’re DPAC’s concern, besides a Let’s look at both the optics okay.” fully functioning and effective and the obvious. As with any In other words, self-governance board, is whether or not trustees, investment, it would only be and conscience is what he either individually or collectively, natural for them to look for proposes as effective guidelines hold the community’s best dividends in the far and near or as appropriate antidotes against interest and aspirations at heart.

Nelson Reyes future. I seriously doubt that political or personal inÀuence.

New Westminster an “extraordinarily substantial Messrs. Ewen and Janzen, gift” was all it was. This puts them in a position whereby their future decisions may end up being diametrically opposed to the wishes or interest of those to whom they are sworn to serve in the ¿rst place—the electorate. Optically, any decision they make brings into question what inÀuenced it in the ¿rst place. It emasculates and renders ineffective our current school trustee team in its current makeup.

Unions, like big companies, operate and exist for the sole purpose of ensuring their members’ well-being.

They are not here to ensure good ¿nancial March 25 to April 1, 2012 governance nor are they here to oversee good public decision-making processes. While there Book a tour for your adult literacy or ESL organization are times when their own at your local branch. Contact 604-436-5400 to book objectives and advocacy have coincided with those your tour at Bob Prittie Metrotown, or contact your of the general public, local branch for a tour of their resources. there have been more times when they exerted Visit our Newcomer webpage to find literacy undue political inÀuence resources, citizenship information, and more. to emasculate regulation and sound public ¿scal governance.

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McEvoy put up big cash for his election Candidate contributed $19,000 to own campaign; must add $500 late Àling fee Grant Granger ggranger@newwestnewsleader.com

It cost Coun. Jaimie McEvoy $28,000, including $19,000 of his own money, to successfully secure his second term on council in the November civic election.

That’s just a handful of dollars less than mayoralty candidate James Crosty claimed in his disclosures. But he actually passed Crosty this week when he was dinged with a $500 late fee for not ¿ling before Monday’s deadline.

When it did get in, the disclosures revealed McEvoy collected $4,500 from seven unions and $1,166 from three developers.

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Unsuccessful independent Harp Sihota had not ¿led as of Wednesday morning.

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Puchmayr, who decided too late The New Westminster Fire to announce his candidacy to be Fighters Association spent almost considered for support from the $3,000 including donations of New Westminster and District $400 apiece to independent Labour Council. council candidates Betty The council, which endorsed McIntosh and Bob Osterman, many candidates throughout the who was unsuccessful in his bid Lower Mainland, only claimed to for reelection, as well as McEvoy, have contributed $280 to the CLC Puchmayr and Williams. Harper which spent $149,000 across the got a shade under $600 from the province. ¿re ¿ghters. twitter.com/@lonegrangerbnw That ¿gure includes $44,000

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Elderly drivers offered road test option Tom Fletcher tÁetcher@blackpress.ca

Drivers more than 80 years old who fail a computerized test of their mental ability will now be offered a road test before they have to surrender their licences.

Attorney General Shirley Bond announced the road test option Monday after complaints from people who lost their driving privileges based on a computer test called DriveABLE. Some elderly people with little computer experience found the touch-screen tests of cognitive ability to be unfamiliar and unfair way to test them.

The DriveABLE test has is administered on referral from doctors who detect cognitive impairment in patients that may affect their driving. Bond said those who

failed the on-screen test in the past six months will be offered a free road test, using a test car with dual brakes.

Those who failed more than six months ago have to see their doctor before being reassessed.

NDP public safety critic Kathy Corrigan was surprised to hear that the DriveABLE program is now being “peer reviewed,” a step that she said the government should have taken before the service was contracted for B.C. Corrigan said the road test option is a step in the right direction, but details of that haven’t been made public yet.

Bond also announced that a new DriveABLE assessment centre will be opened in Cranbrook, making 18 locations in B.C. A new mobile service is also in the

works, so people in rural areas don’t have to travel as far to be tested.

The DriveABLE test uses a terminal with a touch screen to measure mental abilities.

In the ¿rst stage, the driver holds down a button until a shape appears on either the left of right side of the screen. The subject has to release the button and touch the shape as quickly as possible, to test reaction time and accuracy of movement.

Another stage tests ability to notice changes at the edge of the ¿eld of vision, simulating pedestrians and traf¿c signs.

The test subject must make a decision about a word in the centre of the screen, and also report the location of a target that appears at the same time in a different area of the screen.

SANDY LONGRIDGE

Jumbo resort finally gets green light After 22 years of waiting and debating, the B.C. government has given approval for the Jumbo Glacier Resort proposal near Invermere.

Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson and Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett made the announcement in Victoria Tuesday, while NDP MLA Norm Macdonald led the latest protest in his home constituency of Columbia-Revelstoke where the project is located.

If it goes ahead as planned, Jumbo Glacier Resort would be the only glacier-based year-round ski resort in North America, roughly the size of Silver Star resort near Vernon and about one tenth the size of Whistler.

—Tom Fletcher

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Activities include dog agility demos, door prizes, pet food sampling and a fundraising BBQ benefiting the New Westminster Animal Shelter. When: March 24, 11 to 3 p.m. BBQ, 12 to 2 p.m. Where: 1015 Columbia St., New Westminster. Info: 604-522-5280, www.bosleys.com.

The Kitchen Witches: The Vagabond Players presents The Kitchen Witches, a comedy by Caroline Smith, directed by Jacqollyne Keath.

The two hostesses of a cable-access cooking show have hated each other for over 30 years, ever since Larry Biddle dated one and married the other. When circumstances result in the ladies appearing in the same cooking show, the insults are flung harder than the food! When: March 15 to April 14, Thursday to Saturday, 8 p.m., Sunday matinees, 2 p.m.

Where: Bernie Legge Theatre, Queens Park, New Westminster. Tickets: General $15, Seniors/Students $13, 2 for 1 previews, March 15 and 16. Reservations: 604-521-0412 or reservations@vagabondplayers.ca.

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Organic Vegetable Gardening: An educational workshop about growing a food garden. Walk through the process of assessing your garden, planning what to grow and where to find resources. One of many upcoming workshops from The Land Conservancy of B.C. $20 for nonmembers, $15 for members. When: March 31, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Where: The Eagles Estate Heritage Garden, 5655 Sperling Ave., Burnaby. Info: Call Lynsey Dobbie for registration, 604733-2313 or ldobbie@conservancy. bc.ca.

Bosley’s Store Anniversary: All two and four-legged friends are invited to celebrate Bosley’s Pet Food Plus’ first anniversary in Columbia Square.

Easter Bake Sale: Just in time for Easter, New Westminster’s Ukrainian community is holding a bake sale featuring Babkas, Paskas,

perogies, cabbage rolls and more. When: March 31, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Holy Eucharist Cathedral, 501 Fourth Ave. Info: 604-526-0988.

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Amazing river & mountain views from this 4 yr old, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 1090 sf PENTHOUSE + over 1000 sf wrap around deck at highest point in The Grove. This beautiful suite features open plan w/vaulted ceilings in LR/DR area, granite kitchen counters & stainless steel appliances, electric fireplace, 2 parking stalls, deck access from all bedrooms & LR/DR, very bright with southern exposure. Complex has use of “Boiler House” a great exercise facility & is close to Queens Park, transit, schools & shopping.

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Beautiful 911 st, 1 bdrm + large den, 1 bath, updated suite in 19+ comples “Casa Del Ray” in the heart of New Westminster’s Uptown area close to shopping, transit, parks, schools & recreation. This bright & spacious suite features insuite laundry, new carpets & paint, enclosed balcony, master bdrm w/walk thru closet & more. Building is well maintained & managed with social room, games room & sauna, newer roof & re-plumbed 11 years ago.

Just on the fringe of Canada Games Pool and Centennial Community Centre. 5 bdrms, 2.5 baths 1963 bungalow 2230 sf featuring newly refinished hardwood floors , new double windows, updated kitchen & baths on main, 2 bdrm registered suite down, close to Queens Park, schools & transit. Flexible possession.

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WOW! Substantially reno’d, 2 bdrm, 975 sf, 3rd flr corner suite in “Moody Gardens” just across frm Moody Park & NWSS in Uptown New Westminster, close to recreation, shopping & transit. This bright & spacious immaculate suite has new paint & laminate flrs, crown moldings & baseboards throughout, updated kitch & bath, elec f/p, 2 wall mounted TV’s (negotiable) & much more! Bldg is well maint’d & managed & was rainscreed w/Hardiplank exterior in 2001. Super suite & great location!

Beautiful 6 yr old, 2 bdrm, 848 sf, corner SW suite in the award winning, Whistler inspired “Winchester”. Great location just steps to middle & elementary schools, Queens Park, Canada Games Pool, shopping & transit. This bright & spacious suite features open plan, stainless steel applcs, granite counters, nice wood cabinets, electric f/p, large covered balcony, laminate & tile floors, insuite laundry, 2 spacious bdrms w/ ample closets and master w/soaker tub.

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t’s been 11 years since Dolly excellence all around; a beautiful Levi graced the stage of set designed by Omanie Elias and Massey Theatre. fantastic costumes designed by But she’s back! In its 23rd year, Chris Sinosich. Behind the scenes Royal City Musical Theatre is everyone is working madly to get bringing the ever-popular Hello the last few details in place.

Dolly! back to the stage.

The set is being built as we Hello Dolly! is speak in Massey a classic show, a Theatre’s scene fabulous score, lots shop with help of tasty roles, and from our many dance numbers that volunteers bring audiences to Angela Steidel from Capilano their feet.

University, Dolly Gallager Douglas College Levi (played by New Westminster and few volunteers we’ve met resident Colleen Winton) is a along the way. matchmaker who has been hired Some familiar faces from to arrange a marriage for the RCMT’s ¿rst production of Hello widowed half-millionaire, Horace Dolly! in 2001 are involved in Vandergelder (played by New this year’s production. Melissa West’s David Adams). Dolly has Assalone has been the Dolly other plans in mind. She herself Levi stand-in during rehearsals has been recently widowed and this year and was in the chorus Horace and his fortune will in 2001. Kevin Kreisz make her the perfect match.

As she arrives in Yonkers, she immediately begins to plant seeds of doubt in Vandergelder’s mind about Irene Molloy, the pretty young widow she has picked for him. This show features a large cast of 44 from all ages, including both a singing ensemble and a dancing ensemble. It has a musically rich and complicated score that is a favourite for many.

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Music director James Bryson and sound designer Tim Lang are back for a new production of Hello Dolly! Their love of theatre and support for Royal City Musical Theatre is what has brought them back.

Hello Dolly! runs at Massey Theatre April 12 to 28. Previews are April 12 and 13 at 8 p.m..

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Metro Vancouver drivers may pay either an annual vehicle registration fee or a new regional carbon tax to shore up TransLink’s ¿nances for the short term.

The Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation wants the provincial government to enable both of those sources as possible ways to raise $30 million a year that will otherwise get added to TransLink property taxes starting in 2013.

And the mayors are also asking the province to authorize a comprehensive system of road pricing that could add tolls to bridges, highways and other major arteries throughout the region to fund future rounds of transit expansion.

In addition to road pricing, long-term funding sources proposed in a letter from the mayors to Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom include higher gas taxes, the vehicle fee and either a regional carbon tax or a share of revenue from the existing carbon tax.

All of them would hit motorists up for more money.

“Most people get that if we want more we have to ¿nd a way to pay for it,” Mayors Council vice-chair Peter Fassbender said.

“We’re looking at putting everything on the table and seeing what makes sense. We’re initially zeroing in on those things that the work we’ve done so far suggests are the most equitable and fair.”

The mayors hope the province will pass legislation this spring to enable both the short- and longterm funding sources.

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sources to introduce later this year they must signal their preferred to avoid the property tax increase, direction on TransLink which would charge the average funding regardless of political Metro house an extra $23. considerations.

The mayors council would The former NDP government likely take a number of years once authorized TransLink to to decide which longer-term collect a vehicle levy but then funding sources to use and how to refused to let ICBC collect it after structure a road pricing system, if the Opposition Liberals vowed to that is to be used. scrap the fee going into the 2001 Fassbender had no estimate election. yet of how much an annual The decision led to a decade vehicle fee might average, of underfunding of TransLink, but the letter from the mayors during which a parking stall tax suggests it should vary was brieÀy added only to based on engine size, be dismantled the next year fuel consumption and by the province after vocal emissions rating to protests. reward fuel-ef¿cient Lekstrom was noncars and punish highcommittal on whether the emitting gas guzzlers.

LEKSTROM province would approve a TransLink previously regional carbon tax or direct proposed a vehicle ICBC to collect the vehicle registration fee in 2010 varying fee for TransLink. from $15 to $55 per vehicle He predicted many Metro per year, averaging $38. It was residents would ¿nd the property expected to generate $39 million tax increase “more palatable” but it did not proceed that year. than paying more to own a car or Fassbender said one option to refuel it. would be to charge a lower And he stuck to the province’s vehicle fee in parts of the region position that it is not currently that are underserved by transit considering a change to its tolling and more in areas with good policy to allow road pricing and service. any move in that direction would “We see it as [charged] across take strong public support after passenger and commercial massive consultation. vehicles – not just one category,” “I think the mayors’ council he said. “We want to be sure has a lot of work to do there,” whatever we do is fair and Lekstrom said. “I can tell you at equitable across the spectrum.” this point the government has not He denied the request for entertained such a scheme.” enabling legislation now is an Asked if he’s concerned attempt to get new sources in traf¿c will worsen from drivers place before they become a diverting from toll bridges to free routes, Lekstrom said he’s not political football going into next sure. Lekstrom said any further year’s provincial election.

“When it comes to government hike in the gas tax is likely a “non-starter” since TransLink policy, there are no guarantees,” is about to get a two cent per Fassbender said, acknowledging litre increase starting April 1. the NDP could take power and And Lekstrom said the province dismantle new TransLink taxes. de¿nitely won’t hand over any “If it’s in legislation, they have one of two choices: they honour it share of the existing carbon tax, which he said is fully committed or they change it.” for income tax reduction.

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Teachers to vote on strike BCTF will challenge legislation in court

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strike that has had teachers refusing to complete report cards or meet with administrators since last September. It reimposes restrictions

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The B.C. Teachers’ Federation is going back to court to challenge the legislation that has put an end to its latest strike action, but teachers will be back on the job once spring break is over.

At a news conference in Vancouver Wednesday, BCTF president Susan Lambert announced that union members will take part in a province-wide vote on April 17 and 18 to decide if they will withhold voluntary extra-curricular duties to protest Bill 22. The legislation gives the provincial government the authority to impose heavy ¿nes for strike action during an imposed six-month cooling-off period.

A second member vote would have to be held with majority support before the union approves any strike action that would defy Bill 22 and trigger ¿nes of $1.3 million a day for the union and $475 a day for individual teachers.

Year-end report cards will be completed to allow students to apply for scholarships and post-secondary education, Lambert said.

Lambert appeared to rule out any further work-to-rule action as students return from spring break, but she left the door open for individual districts to begin immediately withholding voluntary extra-curricular duties such as coaching that are done outside of school hours.

“We’re a federation of autonomous locals, and yes, they will be making their own decisions,” Lambert said. “The plan envisions a provincewide action, and that would be one that would I guess join up with the local actions that have already been started.”

Bill 22 goes beyond forcing an end to the

Lambert said that will be a focus of new legal action.

“Bill 22 addresses the judgment by repealing it in one paragraph and reinstating it in the next,” she said. “That’s more than arrogant.”

Education Minister George Abbott returns next week from a 10-day visit to China promoting educational exchange. He said he will appoint a mediator when he returns, to seek agreement within the terms of the government’s two-year wage freeze.

The BCTF did not release the “action plan” worked out during delegate meetings in Vancouver this week, but did indicate that it rejects a provision of Bill 22 that could pay teachers extra if they teach classes of more than 30 students.

Lambert termed the extra pay offer “cash for kids” and called it “totally unethical.”

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SPORTS New West’s Potiaev gets first career point Mitch Frank of Burnaby, a graduate of St. Thomas More Collegiate, was one of the stalwarts on defence as Simon Fraser’s men’s lacrosse team stiÁed the University of Illinois 8-4 in a game played in Salem, Ore., last Sunday.

The Fighting Illini was ranked No. 18 in the U.S. Freshman midÀelder Jan Potiaev of New Westminster got the Àrst point of his collegiate career with a goal in the fourth quarter.

Podgorski fifth New Westminster’s Monika Podgorski, wrestling for SFU, came in Àfth in the 63-kilogram category at the Canadian championships in St. Catharines, Ont., last weekend.

SFU’s Justina Distasio won the junior 72-kg division and came third in the senior. Two former SFU wrestlers fought in the 48-kg Ànal, with Olympic gold medallist Carol Huynh beating Ashley McKilligan.

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Belle shot 75-74-75-224 to Ànish tied for seventh place. John Mlikotic was ninth, two strokes back of Belle as SFU came third in the team standings while the women’s team was fourth.

Saints set down SFU SFU women’s softball team started last weekend’s showdowns with St. Martin’s University with a 9-0 victory in the Àrst game of Saturday’s doubleheader.

But it was downhill from there with the Saints rebounding for an 8-0 victory, and then sweeping the Clan 8-2 and 4-2 Sunday.

The losses put Simon Fraser’s record in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference at 10-6, and 14-7 overall.

SFU’s next action is this Saturday when they play host to Central Washington for a doubleheader starting at 1 p.m.

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New Westminster Royals forward Dexter Kim is checked by a Hope defender in the Àrst period of their game at the Al Hughes peewee hockey tournament, Saturday at Queen’s Park Arena. New West won 8-0.

Scigliano strong for Thunder Burnaby’s Julia Scigliano scored eight points in three games as the Lower Mainland Ringette League Thunder took three games from the hometown Saskatoon Wild last weekend.

On Saturday, Scigliano scored a goal and assisted on two others in a 4-2 victory. On Sunday they played a doubleheader with Sciligiano getting three assists in a 9-8 win in the ¿rst game and two more in a 9-3 triumph in the second.

The Wild’s lineup included former Simon Fraser University and Canadian national women’s softball team player Erin Cumpstone, a Saskatchewan native.

The victories meant the Thunder (30-22-6-2) ¿nished in second place in the Western Conference with 42 points, two behind the Prairie Fire.

Scigliano ¿nished the season with six goals and 45 points in 30 games. Finnish import Salla Kyhala of the Thunder won the league scoring race with 69 goals and 120 points in 27 games.

The Thunder have already advanced to the eight-team league championship tournament which will be played in Burnaby and New Westminster April 10 to 16. LMRL will start the tourney by taking on the Calgary Rath at Moody Park Arena on April 10, 7:15 p.m.

Big victory at Hume Park The Burnaby Lake Premier League women’s team continues to roll along undefeated by registering its sixth win of the season, downing Meraloma Rugby Club 25-5 last Saturday at Hume Park in New Westminster.

They will play second-play Velox Valkyries (5-0) in Victoria on Saturday while Simon Fraser (1-5) takes on United (3-1) at Hume Park starting at 11:30 a.m. Last weekend, the University of Victoria downed last-place SFU 26-12.

The Burnaby Lake Rugby Club’s men’s Premier League team will face off with ¿rstplace James Bay at the Burnaby Lake Sports Complex on Saturday at 2:45 p.m.

James Bay has won eight of nine games this season while the Burnaby boys have been victorious in six of eight.

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A Burnaby Lake ball carrier tries to escape the clutches of Meralomas tacklers in the Àrst half of a B.C. Rugby Union women’s Premier League match, Saturday at Hume Park in New Westminster.

Burnaby Lake remained undefeated with a 25-5 win.

Rock release Roik; sniper traded New Westminster Salmonbellies senior goaltender Matt Roik was recently released by the National Lacrosse League’s Toronto Rock.

The Rock had acquired Roik during the offseason from the Washington Stealth where he shared netminding duties with Tyler Richards of the Salmonbellies.

The release came despite Roik earning a spot on the NLL’s East Division all-star team. In his place, the Rock traded a ¿rst-round pick in the 2014 NLL entry draft to the Calgary Roughnecks for youngster Nick Rose.

In other NLL news, the Colorado Mammoth have reacquired former Burnaby Jr. Laker sniper Jamie Shewchuk from the Minnesota Swarm.

He will join other ex-junior Lakers Ilija and Alex Gajic, Jamie Lincoln and Ian Hawksbee. The Gajics, Hawksbee and two other members of the Mammoth, Jordan McBride and Rory Smith, also play for the Salmonbellies.

New West native Kevin Crowley of the Salmonbellies, a NLL rookie, is sixth in league scoring with 53 points in 10 games for the Philadelphia Wings.

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When: March 31, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Holy Eucharist Cathedral, 501 Fourth Ave. Info: 604-5260988.

The Kitchen Witches: The Vagabond Players presents The Kitchen Witches, a comedy

by Caroline Smith, directed

by Jacqollyne Keath. The two hostesses of a cable-access cooking show have hated each other for over 30 years, ever since Larry Biddle dated one and married the other. When circumstances result in the ladies appearing in the same cooking show, the insults are flung harder than the food! When: March 15 to April 14, Thursday to Saturday, 8 p.m., Sunday matinees, 2 p.m. Where: Bernie Legge Theatre, Queens Park, New Westminster. Tickets: General $15, Seniors/Students $13, 2 for 1 previews, March 15 and 16. Reservations: 604-521-0412 or reservations@vagabondplayers.ca.

Info: www.vagabondplayers.ca.

Health Care and Citizenship Fraud Forum: Come out and discuss this pressing issue along with solutions and investigations.

Hear from the perspective of fraud victims. When: March 24, 1 to 3 p.m. Where: 504 Cottonwood Ave., Coquitlam. Info: Helen Chang, 778-837-3800. Sejong Counselling and Communication Services.

Geanealogy Courses: The Commmunity Centred College for the Retired begins its spring semester for the over 55s April 2.

Kids’ Club: Learn Bible stories in a fun, free, non-denominational setting, with crafts, singing, contests and prizes. Teen activities and ESL for adults included.

When: Monday nights, 6:30-7:30 p.m. through April 23. Where: 6907 Elwell St., Burnaby. Info: 604526-6008.

Citizens’ Pet Population Control Garage Sale: All proceeds to help animals. When: Saturday, March 24, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: All Saints Anglican Church, 7405 Royal Oak Ave., Burnaby at Watling St.

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Stefano Guilianetti, Sabine Freschi and Susan Bertoia star in Fresco. Come see this new Canadian play about the importance of heritage and about one Italian-Canadian family’s attempt to make peace with its history. When: Wednesday, March 21Saturday, March 24, 8 p.m. Where: James Cowan Theatre, Shadbolt Centre, 6450 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby. Tickets: $15.

Info and tickets: www.shadboltcentre.com or 604-205-3000.

Beginner to advanced courses, with extra research time. Registration: In person March 26 to 30, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 6650 Southoaks Cres., Burnaby. Info: 604-517-8732.

Organic Vegetable Gardening: An educational workshop about

growing a food garden. Walk through the process of assessing your garden, planning what to grow and where to find resources.

One of many upcoming workshops from The Land Conservancy of B.C. $20 for non-members, $15 for members. When: March 31, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Where: The Eagles Estate Heritage Garden, 5655

Sperling Ave., Burnaby. Info: Call Lynsey Dobbie for registration, 604733-2313 or ldobbie@conservancy. bc.ca.

Easter Bake Sale: Just in time for Easter, New Westminster’s Ukrainian community is holding a bake sale featuring Babkas, Paskas,

MARCH MADNESS!

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Friday, March 23, 2012 NewsLeader A23

Portrait Homes named top builder in Canada

Local builder wins AVID Award Portrait Homes has long had a reputation for building amazing homes and delivering great value. They were recently the recipients of multiple Georgie Awards from the Canadian Home Builders’ Association of British Columbia, including two Customer Choice awards.

Now they are being honoured again with the Avid Diamond Award for the Best Customer Experience in Canada.

“This is truly an outstanding achievement and honour for Portrait Homes to be given this award,” says Vice-President of Sales and Marketing Troy Steine. “It’s been made possible by the unwavering dedication and

commitment from each and every one of the Portrait Homes team.”

The annual Avid Awards honour the best builders across Canada for providing great customer service, and base their awards on feedback from homeowners.

This year, over 97 per cent of Portrait home buyers said they would recommend the company. Steine is extremely proud of this statistic.

“Providing an outstanding customer experience is the strength that allows Portrait Homes to flourish in a competitive market and positions us as the builder of choice in today’s real estate market,” he says.

The bathrooms are luxurious, with thick granite countertops, polished chrome or satin nickel bath fixtures and hardware and mosaic ceramic tile surounds on the bath and shower.

The high-quality laminate flooring featured throughout the main floor is durable and ready to take the pounding of any number of feet, while the thick carpeting on the upper floor is a cozy detail that you’ll love to sink your feet into in the morning. Another

thoughtful detail is the built-in wire closet shelving, so you’ll easily be able to unpack as soon as you get your keys.

A wide range of demographics have been interested in South Arm Gardens, Lawson says. Buyers will be able to take possession of their new homes in late April or early May. Homes at South Arm Gardens start at $499,000. For more information check out www.southarmgardens.com or call 604-998-4526.

‘A location that can’t be beat’

Richmond welcoming South Arm Gardens

by Kerry Vital

The South Arm neighbourhood of Richmond is full of parks, shops and recreation, so it should be no surprise that the area is proud to welcome its newest development, South Arm Gardens.

Built by the Kraftsmen Group of Companies and with 15 townhomes in the development, South Arm Gardens has the feel of an exclusive little community.

“These are wonderful homes at a terrific value and in a location that can’t be beat,” says Sean Lawson, president of Steveston Real Estate. “South Arm Gardens offers an affordable way to get into the market in one of Richmond’s most sought-after neighbourhoods.”

Seven different floorplans and three different designer-selected colour schemes give you plenty of options for finding the home that fits you best, and with the private fenced yards that are included with every home and beautiful landscaping, your outdoor space will make an amazing first impression.

Inside, the nine-foot ceilings on the main level and oversized windows contribute to the overriding sense of space, no matter what room you’re in.

Those oversized windows allow plenty of natural light to shine in, so your home will never feel dark even in the worst weather. Many of the homes are built with an open-plan layout that is perfect for entertaining, and the convenient kitchen islands in most

plans provide extra storage and counter space. Crown moulding throughout is one of the little details that make these homes so amazing, along with large 5 1/4-inch baseboards on the main floor and 4 1/4-inch baseboards on the upper floors.

The kitchens showcase chefinspired touches, such as stainlesssteel appliances and custom-crafted cabinets complemented by natural granite countertops. Adjustable overhead halogen track lighting and ceiling pot lights ensure you have the perfect amount of light while prepping and cooking, and a hand-set ceramic tile backsplash lends a touch of sophisticated elegance to the room.

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South Arm Gardens features chef-inspired kitchens, above, including a stylish ceramic-tile backsplash and stainless-steel appliances. Laminate flooring is featured throughout the living areas, top, while the spacious master bedrooms, left, feature luxurious carpeting.

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A28 NewsLeader Friday, March 23, 2012

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Garden Groomer Garden Maintenance & Lawncare

TRADES, TECHNICAL

DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Journeymen Carpenters and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Carpenters must have experience with installation of footing forms, slab on grade forms, build and install wall, column and elevated horizontal forms.

Ability to layout work, off supplied control lines. And the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Laborers and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Laborers will possess competency in assisting on the installation of all types of formwork, performing general labor work and placing concrete. Have the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

188

LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 236

CLEANING SERVICES

DETAILED EUROPEAN CLEANING.

Efficient, Reliable, Friendly, Bonded Excellent References with 18 yrs of experience. Call Ivet: 778-235-4070

MAIDS R’ US The Best Cleaners around GUARANTEED! Best rates, exp’d staff, 27 yrs. exp. Refs. Wkly/bi-mnthly.

Guaranteed, perfect work.

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Give us a call

604-808-0212

242

CONCRETE & PLACING

PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 32 Years Exp. Free Estimates.

RUBBER BUILDER

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

Please send your resume to gtasker@acrgroup-ca.com or by fax 604-274-1013 NO Telephone Calls Please

.Jim’s Mowing Spring Services Same day services

LAWNS PLUS

Landscape Maintenance

D Economical Lawn Mowing D Complete Grounds Maint D Pruning & Shaping D Aeration & Power Raking D Fully Insured Residential~Strata~Commercial

(604)671-2746 Free Estimates

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine.

7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

❞A ALL RESIDENTIAL❞

SANDBLASTER

Shift work – starting rate $22.53/hour. Experience a must.

Good Benefits–Immediate Start

Cliff 604-931-0825

IVY GREEN YARD SERVICE Hedges, pruning, yd cleanup, maint 35 years exp. FREE Estimates.

Guar. Work. Calvin 604-992-4633

Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca

Richmond plant requires Full-Time

Graveyard shift 11:30p.m. to 7:00a.m. 4 days per week $19.75 per hour to start plus $1.50 per hour – shift differential.

Lawncutting D Power Raking D Rototilling & Pruning D Hedge Trimming D Power washing D Open to odd jobs Free Est, Established since 1997, Licensed Business, Reas. rates

FINANCIAL SERVICES

One affordable monthly payment interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not the creditors.

GARDENING

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

604-447-3404

160

INSIDE WORKERS REQUIRED for Commercial laundry in Port Coquitlam. F/T Mon. to Fri. $11/hr.

Apply in person Mon-Fri at: #205, 1515 Broadway St, Pt Coquitlam.

260

ELECTRICIAN. Licensed. Local.

Low cost. Big/small jobs. Renov. & panel change expert. 604-374-0062

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

Local restoration company looking for someone for temporary office position. Familiarity with MS word, good typing skills, e-mailing, filing and opening files. Good ph. manner, reliability necessary.

Hourly pay rate is negotiable.

Please apply by April 10, 2012 to: Wascana@idmail.com or fax (604)540-8784.

F/T ASSISTANT MANAGER (Burnaby) Shilla Tours & Travel Ltd. 3-5 yrs exp. College grad.

Eng/Korean is beneficial $21.50/H Fax: 604-516-0328

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Ideal for Students. Person required to pressure wash fleet of trucks on a P/T bases. Must have a vehicle to commute between 4 locations.

Email resume to kaddy@dryco.ca or Fax to 604-591-6188

Temporary Office Position May 31 - August 30, 2012

PAID training. F/T Hours Benefits after 6 months Must be outgoing!!!

Dr. Sik Po Tang MD.

171

AVOID BANKRUPTCY SAVE UP TO 70% OFF YOUR DEBT.

Make it yours.

Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.bc.ca

Suite 404-625 Fifth Ave, New Westminster. BC V3M 1X4 Announces the closing of his Family Practice effective March 30th, 2012.

MEDICAL RECORDS: Please obtain a copy of your medical record by contacting Record Storage & Retrieval Services (RSRS) at: 1-888-563-3732 ext.1 www.recordsolutions.ca

PERSONAL SERVICES

Weekend Position.

See you there!

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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DRYWALL

FRANKS Drywall *Boarding*Taping *Spraying no job too sm. Seniors rts Free ests. 604-939-7029, 809-1945

* Electrical * Plumbing * Heating * Painting * Carpentry * Tile Work * Laminate & Hardwood Flooring Exc. Rates, Senior Disc. Work guar.

Since 1986. Ken 604-418-7168

ADDITIONS, Renovations & New Construction. Concrete Forming & Framing Specialist. 604.218.3064 HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 604-521-8715

ZIGGY’S RENO’S. European quality work. Free Est. All types of renos. Best prices! 604-931-4224

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

SAME DAY SERVICE Seniors Discount

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Kitchens - Bathrooms New Additions - Flooring Painting - Decks Windows / Doors Stonework - Siding & More Free Estimates * BBB * WCB * Insured

www.caliberwest contracting.com 604.764.9594

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Mr. Cleanup Disposal

AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

REAL ESTATE 625

FOR SALE BY OWNER

OKANAGAN RETREAT Open to offers 3br 3ba 1833sf home 5 s/s appls 250-307-0913, 250-365-1718

626

HOUSES FOR SALE

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO Walker Manor

Move-Allowance 1/2 mo. Rent FREE!

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL A-TECH Services 604-230-3539

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

Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

Running this ad for 8yrs

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

372

SUNDECKS

736

TREE SERVICES

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778 www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca 10% OFF with this AD

PETS 477

PETS

Airedale pups. P/b, CKC reg., microchipped, health guar, (604)7943500. email: lovethem@telus.net CANE CORSO MASTIFF, shots, dewormed, tails cropped, vet ✓ $1,000. Call 604-826-7634.

AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

$45/Hr

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

604-537-4140 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials.

Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

341

PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS AT NORTHWEST ROOFING Re-roofing, Repair & New Roof Specialists. Work Guar. WCB.10% Senior’s. Disc. Jag 778-892-1530 GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362

NAHAL CONSTRUCTION New and Re-Roof Specialist Residential & Commercial.

Shakes, Shingles and Duroid.

25 year of experience.

Call for your FREE estimate.

Jas 778-896-4065 Bell 604-339-2765

356

Chihuahua, (2 Female Adult) spayed, shots up to date. Love kids.

3 & 5 yrs. $250 ea. (778)708-6771 COLLIE BOUVIER cross puppies born Feb 14. Black with white paws.

1 Blue Merle. Will make excellent family & livestock guardians. Mission 604-820-4827.

LAB SHEPHERD ROTTI X puppies, 5 left. 1st shots, dewormed. $495. Call 604-864-1004.

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

PITT MEADOWS. 2 & 3 bdrm. in family complex. Close to bus, schools & shopping. Ref’s req’d.

Small pets okay, $1075/$1175/mo.

Avail. immed. 604-465-1938.

750 NEW WESTMINSTER

DORIC MANOR Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm suites for rent. Includes heat / hot water and cable. Close to Massey Theatre, Douglas College, Royal City Mall.

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Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

WE BUY UGLY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms!

CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS HOPE, BC - $55,500 OBO. 12 yrs.

2x6 construction, fire retard drywalllrg private lot-2 bdr-2 bath-glass sunrm-skylights-612-1963

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO BURNABY & COQUITLAM

Spacious 2 & 3 Bdrm T/hses 2 Bdrm Apartments With accessible amenities, in safe family oriented communities of Coquitlam, North Burnaby. Pet friendly.

Subsidies available based on gross houseold income.

✮

2 Bedroom Townhouse between $30,000 & $37,200

PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, black, ready. $500. Both parents approx.

120 to 150 lbs. Call 778-552-1525.

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3 Bedroom Townhouse between $34,800 & $43,200

STANDARD SCHNAUZER pups.

17 - 19” / 30 - 35lbs full grown. $500. each. 604-826-5846 Mission.

If your income is lower than these ranges call BC Housing 604-433-2218

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

For further info call 604-451-6075 to view

FERTILIZERS

548

FURNITURE

MATTRESSES staring at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

560

MISC. FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS PIANO; APT SIZE Lowrey upright piano $750. Ph: 604-418-6274 or 604-531-1576.

751

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

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10.

Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288 The Scrapper

SUITES, UPPER

COQUITLAM Centre area. 4 Bdrm upper flr, 2 full baths, garage, 2 f/p, shared laundry, pet ok, avail April 1st, ref’s & credit check req’d. $1550/mo. Call 604-340-9757.

NEW WESTMINSTER

Large newly renovated 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts available in well-kept concrete building.

New floors and appl’s. Freshly painted. Patio and large storage room inste. 3 laundries in bldg. Rent incl’s heat & hot water. Sauna & jacuzzi. 5 min. walk to skytrain, Douglas College & New West Quay.

Close to all amenities. 211 11St. New West.

Please call 604-834-1756 www.aptrentals.net

TOWNHOUSES

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1030/mo - $1134/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available.

19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

Metro Vancouver Housing Co-operation.

BURNABY

MAPLE PLACE TOWERS 1 Bdrm Apts starting at $950 2 Bdrm Apts starting at $1200 Heat and hot water included.

Dishwasher, fridge, stove, balcony, shared laundry. Avail Immed.

Close to amen, schools and mall.

PRESTIGIOUS - WESTWOOD PLATEAU, BRAND NEW! Not your average apt. but 1200 sf of luxurious living space, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, F/P, cov. patio, hrd. wd. flrs, Kitch. fully loaded with highend appls, and solid granite cntr tops, lndry rm with full size W/D, Close to shopping, schls, golf and bus route. Avl. Apr. 1st, 2012. $1550/mth. (604)469-6990.

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

851

TRUCKS & VANS

2004 F350 LARIAT CREW CAB, 4X4, long box, 180K, full load $14,500/obo. 604-812-1278

2006 Ford F250

2008 MAZDA B4000 SE+, 4x4, 48000 km, auto, Gold/Grey, like new. Glenn 778-855-3097

1-800-910-6402

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818

CARS - DOMESTIC

2008 PONTIAC WAVE, 4 dr sedan, auto, high kms. runs/looks good, white, $4500 firm. 604-538-9257.

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1996 TOYOTA Avalon XLS, loaded, auto, 175 K, new tires, batt., leather,3L V6, $4800 obo.604-812-1278 2001 Honda Prelude, black, loaded sunrf. spoiler. 150,000 kms. $7,999.

778-321-8545 or 778-840-8545.

2003 CHEVY MALIBU 110,000 km, auto, V6, AirCared, good tires, $4000 obo. Call: (604)531-3251

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1998 Springdale 225RD

Call 604-421-1235 www.aptrentals.net BURNABY

Villa Del Mar 6630 Telford Ave.

Move-In Incentive. Bright, large newly reno’d 1 and 2 bedroom suites for rent. Heat & h/w incl’d.

New hardwood floors, huge balcony. Only 2 min walk to Metrotown Mall.

Please call 604-336-4638 to view. Move in TODAY!

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $7000 firm.

Call 604-538-4883

Long box, regular cab, power windows/locks, AM/FM/CD, trailer tow package. $9,995 (Stk#29912A) www.fraserway.com/ consignment 1-877-651-3267 DL#31087

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

2 Bedroom Apartment between $22,800 & $31,800

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure.

13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877

SUITES, LOWER

COQUITLAM Oxford Hts. Quiet st.

2 bdrm grnd lvl ste. $800/incl utils.

April 1. N/P. N/S. 604-722-3346 or 604-941-6143

752

HOMES WANTED

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533

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

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

Phone: 604-522-9153

627

NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND pups.

Dewormed, 1st vaccination. Ready March 15 - 21st.

604-823-2259 mitzvig@hotmail.ca

RUBBISH REMOVAL

www.recycleitcanada.ca

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

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

HOMES FOR RENT

COQUITLAM - bright spacious, 4 bdrm. 2 bath, 2 kitchen, W/D, fenced yard, Cls. to amens. $2400/mo. Call 604-936-4827 or 604-936-4824 for more info.

• Tree & Stump Removal • Certified Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

HOME REPAIRS

2 hour Service from call. Professional staff and Member with A+ rating. Visit us on-line at www.a1casper.

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

Tree removal done RIGHT!

ABBA MOVERS & DEL. Res/com 1-4 ton truck, 1 man $35/hr, 2 men from $45. Honest, bsmt clean up.

25 yrs of experience.604-506-7576

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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PAINT SPECIAL

236 - 8th St.

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable.

Rates. Different From the Rest.

604-721-4555.

RECREATIONAL/SALE

COQUITLAM CTR, Douglas Ctr aquatic ctr, stadium, clean well maint’d 996sf 2 bdrm 2 bath, Apr1.

N/s, N/p. $1295/mo. 604-941-3259

Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

MOVING & STORAGE

845

Please call 778-994-2334

A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv.

Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping.

Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports

320

838

2004 ITASCA SPIRIT 29.4 ft. Class C motorhome, 50,000km. 2 slide outs, awnings, generator & ext. warranty. Exc. cond. $42,900.

(604)856-8177 604-308-5489 2007 WILDERNESS trailer, 28’, 2 slides, Q bed, 2 drs, comp. w/hitch, exc. shape. $19,500. 604-856-3777

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES! vehicles. Local family owned and operated business. BBB com or call (604)209-2026

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Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 INTERIORS: Baths (renos/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc.

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

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

BURNABY

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

If I can’t do it It can’t be done

706

Bright, large 1 bedroom for rent in a newly reno’d building. Large balcony, freshly painted with hardwood floors. 2 Min walk to Highgate Mall & all major transit.

Call James (604)970-4492

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

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RENTALS

Microwave, rear dinette, 3 burner range, A/C, CD, awning, ½ ton towable, tandem axels. $7,995(Stk# 21442AA) www.fraserway.com/ consignment 1-877-651-3267 DL#31087

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The Estate of Sylvia Langan, deceased, formerly of 206-5281 Oakmount Crescent, Burnaby, BC V5H 4S7. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Sylvia Langan are hereby notified under the Estate Administration Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to R. Langan, 305-1575 E. 5th Ave., Vancouver, BC V5N 1L6 on or before April 13, 2012 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.

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