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Father Edward Evanko will be presenting his one-man play, Blessed Nykyta: Bishop and Martyr at the Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral in New Westminster on Sunday, May 6.

From daytime soaps to the pulpit Priest who once starred on Ryan’s Hope to stage one-many play Mario Bartel photo@newwestnewsleader.com

Edward Evanko the actor doesn’t sweat his reviews. That’s because as a priest in the Ukrainian Catholic Byzantine Church, Father Evanko answers to the ultimate critic. On May 6, Evanko, the actorturned-priest, will present his oneman show, Blessed Nykyta: Bishop and Martyr, at the Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral in

New Westminster. The play, which commemorates the 100th anniversary of the appointment of Nykyta Budka as Canada’s ¿rst Ukrainian Catholic Bishop, is literally a labour of Evanko’s love for his church and its history. That love hit him like a “bolt out of the blue” when he was well into a long career as an actor and singer. Born in Winnipeg in 1938, as a boy he sang for coins tossed his way at a grocery store in the city’s north end, the heart of the Ukrainian community. He was a member of the Winnipeg Boys Choir. He performed in high

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school musicals and while a student at the University of Manitoba, he appeared in summer theatre. He was good enough to further his studies at the Old Vic theatre school in England which led to roles with the Stratford Festival, the English Opera, the Welsh National Opera and the BBC Singers. For a year, he hosted his own variety show on CBC-TV. He played Broadway, recorded an album, even had a recurring role as Dr. Alex McLean in the TV daytime soap opera, Ryan’s Hope. Along the way, Evanko’s faith always traveled with him. He attended

mass regularly; if there wasn’t an Eastern Catholic church in whichever town his acting had taken him, he’d go to a Roman Catholic church. The lightning bolt that would give new direction to his faith and life struck on Easter Sunday, 2001, during an innocent conversation with a pastor after he’d read the Scriptures at Holy Rosary Cathedral in Vancouver. “Say the word, and you could be in Rome studying the priesthood,” said the pastor. The idea, says Evanko, took his breath away. He started to cry. Please see PERFORMED, A4

Although it will be open to the public shortly, the of¿cial opening for Westminster Pier Park will be on Saturday, June 16 at 11 a.m. Representatives from all three levels of government which contributed equally to the $25.1 million cost will be there with plenty of entertainment to follow. “This new park belongs to the whole community and we want everyone to celebrate the opening with us,” said Mayor Wayne Wright. “The opening celebration on June 16 will mark a day to remember as we recapture a signi¿cant part of our waterfront for use by the public now and into the future.”

Van Dop is champion New Westminster art gallery owner Trudy Van Dop has received an arts champion in community award from ArtsBC. Van Dop was recognized for being publisher of the Van Dop Arts and Cultural Guide to British Columbia and for launching the ¿rst B.C. Cultural Crawl in 2002 which has become an annual, month-long event in the province.

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QUEENSBOROUGH PLAN WORKSHOP

CITYPAGE PROPOSED OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT FOR 273 & 275 SHERBROOKE STREET Submission Deadline Extension / Open House / Residents’ Association Meeting 1. An application has been received from the Elizabeth Fry Society to develop 273 and 275 Sherbrooke Street with a building containing a 37-space licensed group daycare, a multi-purpose room, the offices of the society, and 10-units of non market housing. The proposed development of the site will require an amendment to the Official Community Plan (OCP) Land Use Designation of the site to change the designation of the site from (RL) Residential – Low Density to (P) Major Institutional. 2. The deadline for submissions in reply to the City’s Section 879 process (i.e., consultation requirements related to the proposed amendment of the OCP) has been extended from April 12 to 4:30 p.m. on Friday May 11, 2012. Please forward correspondence to the below listed City contacts and address. 3. The City of New Westminster will be hosting an Open House to provide information to the public on this application and to receive feedback: OPEN HOUSE SAPPERTON PENSIONERS’ HALL (318 KEARY STREET) WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012 FROM 5:30 TO 7:00 PM The McBride-Sapperton Residents’ Association will hold a meeting immediately following the open house (7:00 p.m. at Sapperton Pensioners’ Hall) City Contacts: Jim Hurst, Development Planner, 604-527-4588, jhurst@newwestcity.ca John Stark, Senior Social Planner, 604-515-3777, jstark@newwestcity.ca Development Services, City of New Westminster 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC, V3L 1H9

PUBLIC SAFETY & PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS SEMINARS Take some time to learn about hazardous risks, how to make a family plan, and what to put in your home emergency kit. Join New Westminster’s Emergency Management Office, Fire and Police Services on: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012 6:30 - 8:00pm Queensborough Community Centre or Thursday, May 10th, 2012 6:30 - 8:00pm City Hall (access is through the side entrance by Integrated Road Safety Unit Entrance) This seminar will provide an overview of emergency preparedness steps as well as examine: 1. How to develop a family emergency plan, so that everyone knows what to do and where to go in the event of an emergency. 2. How to create your own family emergency kit, so that you and your loved ones can be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours should an emergency strike. 3. The role of New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services and their responsibilities. 4. The role of New Westminster Police and their responsibilities. To register please contact, the Emergency Management Office at 604-5153794 during business hours to register as seating is limited to 40 persons per session and is on a first come first serve basis.

The City is holding a Queensborough Community Plan Workshop where participants will be invited to review and comment on the draft vision, themes, goals and objectives, and land use plan. Residents, business owners and other people who have an interest in the community are all welcome to attend. Lunch will be provided. DATE: Saturday, May 5, 2012 TIME: 10:00 am – 2:30 pm LOCATION: Queensborough Community Centre 920 Ewen Avenue For more information please call 604.527.4532 or visit www.newwestcity.ca/queensborough

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Sailor brings old schooner’s past to life One of the oldest vessels still working in B.C., the Chief Skugaid has a colourful history Mario Bartel photo@newwestnewsleader.com

PHOTOS BY MARIO BARTEL David Cobb has had the Chief Skugaid berthed at the New Westminster Quay for much of the past nine months. He’s been researching the colourful past of the 100-year-old Àshing vessel and working to restore it to be used in eco-tours or perhaps animal rescue.

interested I get,” says Cobb. “You can feel the history.” The Chief Skugaid and its sister vessel, the Chief Zibassa, were built at the Vancouver Ship Yard Co. by William Watts. The Skugaid was commissioned by Grier Starratt for his employer, Canadian Fish and Cold Storage Co. then dispatched to Prince Rupert to ¿sh for halibut as far away at the Anadryskiy Gulf, off Russia. It was hard, dangerous work in which dories were launched off the deck so the two ¿shers aboard each could troll with handlines. Not all of them came back. In the early 1920s, the Chief Skugaid’s original sails and auxiliary motor were replaced with big diesel engines and a few years later she was employed to transfer illicit liquor shipments from Vancouver to bigger warehouse ships off the U.S. coast. The booze would then be brought ashore by speedy delivery boats. “This boat made nothing but money for whoever owned it,” says Cobb.

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Evergreen Line Rapid Transit Project North Road Widening and Utility Work The west side of North Road between Gatineau Avenue and Cottonwood Avenue will be widened to prepare for construction of the Evergreen Line guideway along the centre of the road. The new permanent lane on the west side of the road will help minimize traffic disruption during guideway construction and will replace the lane taken up by the guideway after construction is complete. This work will begin in early May and take approximately six months to complete. Every effort will be made to minimize disruption and maintain access for both business and residents. If you have questions or concerns, please call the Traffic Information Line at 604 927-2080. Construction Bulletins and Traffic Alerts can be found on the Evergreen Line Rapid Transit Project’s website at www.evergreenline.gov.bc.ca. For more information, visit the Evergreen Line Project Office at 2900 Barnet Highway in Coquitlam weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or contact us: Telephone: 604 927-4452 | E-mail: info@evergreenline.gov.bc.ca www.facebook.com/evergreenline | Twitter: @TranBC

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“That’s exactly what I must do,â€? thought Evanko. For the next four years he undertook the Catholic Formation, the rigourous education process for potential priests in which they learn theology, the church’s history and develop the spiritual tools of their calling. “I thought I would learn how to baptize babies, conduct weddings and funerals,â€? says Evanko, who started his studies in Rome, spent a year in Washington, D.C., then completed them in Ottawa. “But that was just the tip of the iceberg.â€? His family and friends were supportive, some of his acting colleagues not so much. “It was not easy, but there was this huge carrot, the opportunity to be a priest,â€? says Evanko. When he was ordained in August, 2005, Evanko thought he’d closed the acting chapter of his life for good. “I’m not an entertainer anymore,â€? he told himself. But while Âżlling in for a young priest in Winnipeg who was sorting through a medical issue and then a family crisis, he yearned for a way to help ease them through their troubles.

He fell back on the craft he’d known so long, adapting a play about Damien de Veuster, a Belgian-born missionary priest who lived with and cared for lepers in Hawaii until the disease took his own life in 1889. “After 40 years of acting, you don’t lose it.â€? Blessed Nykyta is his third play. Evanko says he’s drawn to stories about his church and the Ukrainian community that he worries will be lost over time. He punctuates his scripts with music, hymns, liturgy and sometimes even a lullaby. While Evanko has performed his works in New York City, Philadelphia, the Bahamas and even the Belgian embassy in Vatican City, his primary calling is the church. He is the pastor at the Church of the Holy Dormition of the Mother of God in Richmond. “I had a call to the priesthood, and now I have a call within a call to present the life of a priesthood.â€? • Blessed Nykyta will be presented May 6, 1:30 p.m. at the Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Church, 501 4th Ave. New Westminster. Tickets: $15 adults, $5 for under 19. Children under 12 free, available at the door. For information call Joyce at 604944-1971.

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Hume Park gets new life Board agrees to keep school open long term

The results showed of the 78 respondents, 86 per cent wanted the school to remain open, eight Grant Granger per cent were undecided and ggranger@newwestnewsleader.com six per cent said it should close. After being on life support Many also indicated they had the last two years, Hume Park switched their children to nearby elementary has been given a clean Richard McBride elementary bill of health that should keep it only because of the uncertainty alive for several years to come. surrounding Hume. On Tuesday, the New The committee also reported Westminster board of education that according to Baragar unanimously approved keeping Demographics the student the little school open for the population in Hume’s catchment long haul despite its enrolment area is expected to grow to 91 by dwindling to 26 this year. 2017-18 and increase to 166 “It was fantastic,” by 2025. The growth was Nikki Binns, an active anticipated to come from the advocate for the school proposed Sapperton Green since its closure was ¿rst project near Braid and proposed more than two Brunette, as well as three years ago, said of the high rises being developed BINNS decision. “I’ve always in the Brewery District. been very positive about The report also pointed keeping it open. It would be a out if Hume Park was closed that shame to lose such a gem. In my would put an even heavier strain mind, I remained positive, but I on McBride, already bursting at was prepared for whatever the the seams. board would say either way.” “For me, there’s de¿nitely After 18 months of uncertainty, going to be some long-term in June 2011 the board gave growth for the area,” said a community committee an board chair James Janzen on opportunity to develop a plan to Wednesday. “The other factor for keep the school open. The nineme was McBride is getting really member group, including Binns, full. We don’t really have a lot of met every second Thursday, and room left at McBride. In fact it developed an extensive survey. already has some portables.”

Janzen said another reason he voted to keep the school open was the board was partly to blame for putting the community and the school in a position of uncertainty. “We’re a little bit responsible for creating the problem.” Given the roller coaster the community had been riding during the last two years, Binns was a bit apprehensive about the outcome heading into the meeting. “We were pretty positive in our minds, just looking at the report and the numbers we were presenting, but we didn’t know where the board was going to stand with it,” she said. When the committee was formed, the board suggested the community get creative in ¿nding ways to attract students to the school. Although it looked at environmental and arts program models, the committee decided the numbers spoke for themselves while at the same time suggesting developing those programs in the future would strengthen the school. Binns recently moved out of the Hume Park catchment area and her daughter, Leah, who was named this year’s May Queen, is in her last year at the school.

“Being creative gets me excited about learning!” “The kids I go to school with are amazing people, one day we will make the world a better place.” “My parents know my teachers and are a part of what goes on at school. I have support and the teachers have my back.”

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A big gamble B.C. teachers are taking a big gamble by pulling out of sports and other extra-curricular activities. While the intended target of their campaign is the provincial government, what teachers are more likely to experience is strained relationships and a drop in public support. Teachers, who have enjoyed strong parent support in their last two contract disputes, say they must take this action because the legal right to strike has been taken away from them. But few students and parents in the weeks ahead will be able to equate the loss or complication of planned school activities with larger issues the teachers seek to address. If they wish to keep the public on their side, B.C. teachers will need a deft communications strategy to explain why collective bargaining principles are more important than an end-of-year ¿eld trip or tournament—or grad. What’s more, many, if not all, of these events will go ahead anyway, especially in the wealthier neighbourhoods, leaving teachers with less clout and fewer relationships on which to build strong bonds. With parents and other members of the community picking up the slack, teachers will be left out of the loop and out of the action. Their students will go on with their lives, winning ribbons and scholarships and other acknowledgements without the teachers who helped them earn these achievements. And for those students who struggle, there will be another reason to disengage when their favourite coach, choir or other sponsoring teacher stops giving their free time for political reasons or because they fear reprisals from their co-workers. All this heartache would be worth it if there was some tangible pay-off in the end. But the public education system has never been perfect and teachers will be hard-pressed to explain how punishing kids is punishing the government. – Black Press

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Andrew Holota wide, and long enough to ... well, last 10 years. There was enough tinfoil on that tube to make protective anti-alienray hats for 500 whackos. Instead, it wrapped 500 roast chickens and barbecued salmon. And thus, a long legacy came to an end (puns intended). I’m not big on mega-quantity purchasing. That’s not too surprising, I suppose, considering our small family of three. Oh, I get the cost savings attraction. A box of Cheerios the size of a Smart Car is cheaper than 20 normal boxes of Cheerios. And a whole lot less packaging, too. That’s de¿nitely a good thing. But then there you are, a small family stuck with all that cereal. Or that 45-gallon drum of shampoo.

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COMMENT Angry, sad over May Day debate The controversy over our May Day has risen its ugly head once more and as a life-long New Westminsterite it makes me both angry and sad. Some people just don’t get it! In 1941, age 6, I led the traditional Àower girls (and boys!) as Jacquie Overand entered the oval to be crowned Queen. For the next nine years I took part in consecutive May Days—dancing around the maypole, folk dancing, square-dancing, rhythm drills—and I will forever cherish those memories. And I can assure you the few hours of classroom time we missed for rehearsing did not impede my educational future one iota! In 2009, the City of New Westminster commissioned its poet laureate emeritus to write a book to commemorate our city’s 150th anniversary. The book was not a commercial venture but a special hand-out to VIP visitors then and for years to come. On page 39, author Don Benson introduces the traditions that make our city what it is. As only a poet can (and as a life-long booster of the Royal City) Don expresses what May Day means to us old-timers and what it can mean to the children of today as

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PENNY WORTH KEEPING AROUND Some people wouldn’t bother to pick up a penny on the road. For them, it’s just a penny, it has a lower value, they don’t see the importance of it or I might say they don’t want to see the importance of a penny. But the one cent piece can solve a puzzle too! The penny had always played a vital role, a moral value of educating the young generations on the importance of savings and earning. As the saying goes, “A penny saved is a penny earned.” How can we teach our children that every penny they earn is important if they don’t know and can’t see a penny? Finance Minister Jim Flaherty said: “Penny is a currency without any currency.” No, this is not true. The penny has a currency too. He justi¿ed the decision by saying those words, but don’t expect the currency of one cent piece will be greater than the currency of a one dollar loonie coin. The penny would never be ¿ve cents, or 10 cents or any other

denomination of coinage. The penny was made as a penny—it has the currency of a penny. It’s sad to say goodbye to the penny this fall of 2012, but it will be sadder when in the future, young generations ask us, “What is a penny?” and our answer will be, “Come here, take a book and I’ll show you the penny”. The one cent piece is not just a penny. It is a penny. That has a value, it is a currency and it has the right to stay in the denominations of Canadian coinage. Shirley Gold New Westminster

A BETTER FUTURE Re: A Pattullo plan that considers a post carbon future (Column, NewsLeader March 30) Chris Bryan speculated on the nature of post-carbon transportation in the Lower Mainland. I used to think of the Port Mann Bridge expansion as “Falcon’s Folly.” But that may not be the case. With B.C.’s abundant hydro electricity and temperate climate it is possible to envision plug-in electric-powered vehicles swooshing across the new bridge. The future will be different … and better. Derek Wilson. Port Moody

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ICBC seeks ruling to blunt possible strike “The corporation has been extremely pro¿table,” Gillies said. “It’s time to share some Jeff Nagel success with the workers.” Black Press He cited the provincial Unionized ICBC workers have government’s decision to siphon voted 87 per cent in favour of nearly $1.2 billion out of ICBC strike action to back demands for over a ¿ve-year period, and said hefty pay hikes totaling 10 per auto body shops, lawyers and cent. other contracted professionals are The old collective agreement all receiving more from ICBC. expired in 2010 and the 4,600 The Crown corporation, members of the Canadian Of¿ce meanwhile, applied to the Labour and Professional Employees Relations Board on April 19 to Union have been bargaining have parts of the ICBC workforce without a contract for 15 months. designated essential services, restricting the scope of any job action. Jeff Gillies, COPE local 378 vice president The ¿ling says The corporation has been extremely the designation proÀtable. It’s time to share some is required to success with the workers. maintain the Àow COPE local 378 vice-president of rehabilitation and accident Jeff Gillies said the strong vote bene¿ts to injured drivers, to reÀects member “frustration” register, license and insure and said priority issues for the vehicles, and to continue issuing union are workload, wages and and renewing driver’s licences, contracting out. as well as revoking those of The union wants ¿ve per cent prohibited drivers. pay raises in each of 2012 and It says there will be 2013, he said, while the employer “irreparable harm” to the wants a ¿ve-year contract with no public without the ruling, along pay increases. with serious ¿nancial damage

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It currently has a student population of nearly 400, with many of them housed in portables. Alkins said to accommodate the new building, the middle school will be able to make use of adjacent cityowned land for play ¿elds. Alkins said St. Mary’s will have same catchment area as John Robson, but some might ¿nd it more convenient to go to a new school, while others might be attracted to St. Mary’s. The ministry said construction on St. Mary’s should begin in the fall and it is expected to be open in early 2014, while the middle school should be up and running by the fall of 2015. “It’s a tight timeline, there’s no doubt about it. There are a number of variables that come into play. Every step has requirements that could take time. Any dif¿culty in the process of selecting, or bad weather, or problems on site, and it might take it a bit longer,” admitted Alkins. “What we’ve shown is the bestcase scenario. We’re anxous to move it forward, and the community is anxious to move it forward, so we’ll put the pressure on to meet that timeline.” twitter.com/@lonegrangerbnw

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A car chase ended up in a New for the safety of innocent people on Westminster car dealership Tuesday the road, and one of our of¿cers is morning. seriously injured,” said RCMP Staff It began in Sgt. Dave Conrod. “This was Vancouver video-online] a multi-agency response that where police told resulted in the quick apprehension Richmond RCMP newwestnewsleader.com of a dangerous car thief.” a stolen vehicle A 40-year-old Surrey man was was driving into Richmond. RCMP taken into police custody in Richmond say of¿cers followed the vehicle and pending a court appearance. had the suspect outside of it, but he Day of mourning ignored police commands and got ceremony back in the vehicle, allegedly rammed Canadian Labour Congress two police cars, injuring a plainclothes president Ken Georgetti will be in of¿cer, and then sped away. New Westminster on Saturday to He was followed by RCMP’s Air observe a national day of mourning in 1 helicopter into New Westminster memory of workers killed or injured where that city’s police department on the job. joined in the surveillance. Georgetti, a former president of The driver is also alleged to have the British Columbia Federation struck a civilian’s car with the woman of Labour, will honour the 1,014 driver suffering minor injuries. Her Canadians who lost their lives as a four-year-old daughter was not direct result of their work in 2010, injured. including 144 of them in B.C. Air 1 video shows the vehicle The event will be held on the heading down Stewardson Way and Westminster Quay boardwalk between stopping in the left turn lane at Third the River Market and the Inn at the Avenue, with the driver jumping out Quay. of the car and then running into Key It will start at 11 a.m. West Ford where New Westminster police caught him. ggranger@newwestnewsleader.com “This suspect showed no concern

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Twilighters a big rugby hit in Japan Travel overseas a year after devastating earthquake Grant Granger ggranger@burnabynewsleader.com

A couple of years ago when Nick Oliver was president of the Burnaby-based Twilighters Rugby Club, he thought it would be a neat idea for the over-40 team to do an overseas trip. None of the local teams in their league had done a tour for nearly 15 years, so Oliver decided to organize one to Japan. He’d never been there and it was a hotbed of rugby, especially the senior variety. The Osaka rugby club was celebrating its 30th anniversary so it seemed like a perfect ¿t. Oliver spent more than a year making all the arrangements—hotels, transportation, games and, of course, party time—for 48 players and wives to make the 2 1/2 week trip. They were to leave on March 27, 2011. But on March 11 all his plans crumbled

with the earthquake in Northern Japan, and the subsequent nuclear power plant meltdown. Oliver took call after call from freaked out participants backing out of the trip so he had to call it off. “I’d put a year’s hard work into organizing it. It was quite devastating that it had to be cancelled,” says Oliver. One player, though, was adamant he was going. Jack Beardmore had memorized his speech to the Osaka club in Japanese and nothing was going to stop him from delivering it. So he, Oliver, Andrew Harvey and Steve Baron decided to go anyway. Although they landed in Tokyo they couldn’t stay there because of power outages and shortages, so they headed south. They were welcomed with open arms, and gave back by raising about $2,500 for earthquake relief efforts. “We got treated unbelievable, like royalty because the four of us had gone,” says Oliver. “It was very dif¿cult for [the Japanese]. Lots

The Twilighters Rugby Club players— Andrew Harvey, Steve Baron, Nick Oliver and Jack Beadmore—who traveled to Japan following the earthquake in 2011, and went back again with the club this year. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

of things were cancelled.” When their teammates found out about the reception the four received they decided to go this year instead. “We had to go back, 100 per cent. The hospitality the four of us got was phenomenal.”

So he got back to work on it, and 47 people, aged 47 to 71, left March 27 toting the $270 kits of gifts, golf shirt, jacket, rugby jersey, ties and pins all labeled 2011 along with them that Oliver had put together the previous year. When everyone else bailed last year, Rob Rumley of Burnaby reluctantly cancelled his participation. By the time the four decided to go he had already made other plans, but was glad to go this year. “It was an incredible trip. The people are so pleasant. They were wonderful people. The rugby clubs took care of us. A couple of towns when we got into town they treated us so well. One took them to different people’s houses for dinner the night we got into town, another club took us out to a restaurant,” says Rumley. The only thing that went wrong was the weather. They played one game in a typhoon in Nagoya and another in Tokyo in 100 mph winds. The irony is, Oliver points out, the weather was perfect during their 2011 journey.

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Sider scores nine in B.C. all-star hoop showcase The passing ability of point guard Alisha Roberts of Burnaby provided a spark for the victorious team in the annual B.C. high school girls basketball allstar game played at UBC last Saturday. Roberts’ passing to her teammates, particularly to game MVP Tyger Holt of Victoria, and nine points played a large role in leading a team coached by Rob Sollero of Coquitlam’s Centennial Centaurs to an 81-62 victory over a team coached by New Westminster Hyacks’ Doug Woodward.

Ariana Sider of the Hyacks led Woodward’s team in scoring with nine points. She will be attending Simon Fraser University next season while Roberts, who played in Vancouver for the York House Tigers, is off to Pepperdine University in Malibu, Calif. In the boys game, Denzel Laguerta of Burnaby’s St. Thomas More Collegiate Knights scored six points for the winning team. A squad coached by Steven Hanson of Terry Fox secondary in Port Coquitlam defeated one with Danny Jakobs of Mission as bench boss 95-85.

Clan split with Vikings Brittany Ribeiro of Burnaby drove in another Burnaby native, Kesley Haberl, on a ground out in the ¿rst inning of the Simon Fraser University Clan’s 4-0 victory over the Western Washington University Vikings in Bellingham last Sunday. The Vikings, however, bounced back in the second game of the doubleheader with a 6-2 triumph. All of SFU’s runs in the ¿rst game came in the opening inning with the Clan leaving 18 runners on base in the two games, including 13 in the second. Hurler Cara Lukawesky pitched a two-hit shutout in the ¿rst game striking out eight in the process. She took the loss, however, in the second game coming on in relief of Kelsie Hawkins in the sixth inning.

Last Thursday, Haberl had four hits in ¿ve at bats as the Simon Fraser University women’s softball squad swept a doubleheader with the Northwest Nazarene Crusaders. Lukawesky went the distance as the Clan downed the Crusaders 8-0 in the ¿rst game which was called after ¿ve innings because of the eight-run mercy rule. Lukawesky gave up just one hit. In the second game, Hawkins pitched six shutout innings as SFU defeated Northwest Nazarene 2-0. Lukawesky pitched the seventh inning to pick up her fourth save of the season. The Clan headed into Thursday’s doubleheader at home against the Western Oregon Wolves with a 21-11 record in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference.

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Find the great outdoors at Parkside If you’re looking for amazing views, a family-friendly community and beautiful homes, look no further than Onni’s Parkside at Victoria Hill, now open for previewing. “You’d be hard-pressed to find something in New West like it,” says Onni’s Nick Belmar. Encompassing 226 one- and twobedroom condominiums and 22 townhomes, Parkside is the final high-rise tower in the Victoria Hill development. The 22-storey tower will offer beautiful views from every home, and the atmosphere is second-to-none. The Victoria Hill project has been in development for over a decade, and

will eventually include more than 1,200 homes set on 65 acres. More than 40 of those acres are green space. “Not a lot of projects can offer these natural amenities,” Belmar says. The building is surrounded by trails, and Queens Park and Glenbrook Ravine are next door. When completed Parkside will include amenities such as a chef ’s kitchen, outdoor pool, community garden and a fitness studio. “(For) brand-new construction in a community like this, the price is unbeatable,” Belmar says. Homes start at $249,900. For more information visit onni.com/parkside or call 604-523-0733.

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When you live at South Surrey’s Morgan Crossing, loneliness is a thing of the past. With more than 60 shops and services right outside your front door, including Winners, Steve Nash Sports Club and Thrifty Foods, there is literally something for everyone, and you’ll rapidly run out of excuses for being a couch potato. Creating a community feel is the core of the entire concept, says Bryan Woolley of Fingerprint Strategies. Developed by Larco Investments, the company behind the Village at Park Royal, Morgan Crossing has the feel of a European-style village. One of the advantages in living in Morgan Crossing is its easy walkability and proximity to nearly everything you would need on a day-to-day basis. With shops, restaurants and fitness right outside your front door, it won’t take long to run your daily errands. “You can go in your pajamas and your slippers if you want!” laughs Woolley. Larco has been very successful in creating a village feel when you walk into Morgan Crossing, and Woolley says that there is a wide range of demographics buying homes, from 19-year-olds just starting out to seniors downsizing. “If you don’t like people, this isn’t the place to be,” Woolley says, adding that when you walk out your door, you’re almost guaranteed to meet someone that you know. The homes at Morgan Crossing are chic and modern, with generous patios and balconies, electric fireplaces and hardwood laminate floors throughout the main living areas. The kitchens feature European laminate cabinets, soft-close drawers (no more door slamming), granite and silestone countertops and an elegant glass or mosaic stainless-steel backsplash. The bathrooms are perfect for relaxing after a long day, with chic porcelain and ceramic tile flooring, granite and marble countertops and roomy tubs with hand-set ceramic tile surrounds. There are many different floorplans available, ranging from one to three bedrooms, some with dens. With the number of plans available, you will have no trouble finding the perfect home for you. Looking to be right in the middle of the action? Finding a home on the main street would work for you.

Perhaps a mountain view is your style? Morgan Crossing has several homes with that gorgeous scenery. “The biggest draw is the village,” Woolley says. “You’re not spending time going to the disparate pieces of your life ... it’s a more sustainable lifestyle. We don’t get too many people driving between stores.” One of the great things about living in Morgan Crossing is the variety of community events that are held frequently, including car shows, outdoor movie nights and festivals. The community is “so vibrant and interesting,” Woolley says. With the warmer weather on its way, he expects that the outdoor walkways will soon be bustling. Homes start at $234,900. For more information, visit morgancrossing.ca or call 604-582-1336.

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There are plenty of things to do in Morgan Crossing, from checking out the latest styles to grabbing groceries for a casual dinner party. The homes at Morgan Crossing, including The Summit House, top, are elegant and modern, with plenty of outdoor space for entertaining.

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Buy a Power Smart home, save three ways Save now, and save later: not many homes can promise you that. But when you buy a home from a Power Smart New Home Builder you’ll save money, including reduced mortgage insurance and lower monthly bills. An EnerGuide label is your assurance that the home is independently rated to be energy-efďŹ cient. And don’t forget, an energyefďŹ cient home is more comfortable too. Layout, amenities, and those much-promoted granite countertops. There’s a lot to think about when you’re buying a new home. But there’s one feature that can make a positive difference to your wallet when you purchase, and every month that you own your home. Choosing a Power Smart New Home gives home buyers an easy way to find a home that is designed and built to save energy. “Buying an energy-efficient home is one of the best ways to maximize your home budget,â€? says Doug Overholt, representative for BC Hydro’s Power Smart New Home program. “If you save on expenses, you can afford more mortgage. But many new homes are not built with energy efficiency in mind - so looking for the EnerGuide label is wise.â€? An EnerGuide rating is a standard measure of a home’s energy performance, rated on a scale of 0 to 100. A rating of 0 represents a home with major air leakage, no insulation and extremely high energy consumption. A rating of 100 represents a house that is airtight, well insulated, sufficiently ventilated and requires no purchased energy. The first benefit you’ll find is on your mortgage insurance: Power Smart New Homes qualify for a 10 per cent refund on Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation Mortgage

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Insurance. You’ll also save on your monthly bills. Homes that are rated EnerGuide 80 use at least 30 per cent less energy than an average new home. That’s money in your pocket every month – especially great when energy costs are only expected to rise. Buy a home with a rating higher than EnerGuide 80, and save even more. The third benefit is resale value; as energy costs rise and green building continues to gain popularity, a home that demonstrates its efficiency will likely hold its value as compared to one that is inefficient with high monthly operating costs. There are other benefits as well, Overholt says. “Builders who are smart about energy efficiency are adopting improved building practices and making use of new technologies. Their homes are more comfortable – cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter – while using less energy overall. It’s hard to add energy efficiency later; you need to get it built in from the start.� The Power Smart New Home program gives you an easy way to find houses, townhomes, and condos that are designed to save energy. For more information and to find your energy efficient dream home, check out the full listing of Power Smart New Home Builders and featured developments at bchydro.com/pshomes.

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OBITUARIES BAIRD, Stewart Keith August 15, 1921 April 14, 2012

Stewart was born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and passed away peacefully on Saturday April 14, 2012 at the age of 90. He will be greatly missed by his wife Bea, children Marion, Ken, Judy, Lorraine, daughter-in-law Linda, son-inlaws Scott and Rob, grandchildren Kent, Courtney, Brianne, Savannah and Karl. Stewart was predeceased by his son Rick in February 2011. Stewart and Bea were married in September 1949 and lived in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan until 1968 when the family relocated to New Westminster. Stewart work for the New Westminster School Board for 18 years. After retiring Stewart & Bea enjoyed several cruises and bus trips to Reno with family and friends. A celebration of Stewart’s life will be held on Saturday May 5, 2012 at The Colonial Clubhouse, 12296 - 224th Street, Maple Ridge from 1:30 - 5:00 pm. The family would like to thank Maple Ridge Seniors Village, where Stewart spent the last six months of his life and the Royal Columbia Hospital for the special care they gave Stewart during the last days of his life. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Alzheimer Society of B.C., the B.C. Cancer Foundation or a charity of your choice.

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Summer Camp Positions Royal Soccer Club FT Position BC. jobs@royalsoccer.com www.royalsoccer.com WHOLESALE Craft Manufacturer looking for people to make our handmade native crafts. Must be reliable and eager to work. Work from home. Free Training provided at our location in Mission. Great earning potential, ideal for stay at home Moms, semi-retired or anyone looking to supplement their income. Call 604-826-4651 to schedule your spot in one of our training sessions.

Do you have a reliable Van & valid driver’s license? You could make extra money delivering on Wednesdays/Thursdays This delivery is to Stores, Apartments & boxes in Vancouver. Papers are available for pickup at Noon on Wednesdays and must be completed by 6:00 am the following day. For more information please call Miguel at 604-742-8676 or email: circulation@ wevancouver.com VANCOUVER’S URBAN WEEKLY

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Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic - Truck Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires a full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic with truck experience. This position is located at our Surrey Terminal (10155 Grace Road). Applicants should have related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. This is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers. Submit a detailed resume and email/cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889 or call Derek at 604-587-9818 (leave a message) Van Kam is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Environmental Responsibility. Van Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 163

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

CLEANING SERVICES

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Best Cleaners Around GUARANTEED! Since 1985. Residential & Commercial Weekly, Bi-Monthly - Best Rates! MAIDS R’ US 604-808-0212

VOLUNTEER

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AT THE SCOTIABANK CANADIAN OPEN FASTPITCH!

DALL’ANTONIA CONCRETE Seniors disc. Friendly, family bus., 40+ yrs. 604-240-3408/604-299-7125

Be part of our exciting, worldclass softball tournament, which takes place from June 30 - July 9 in Surrey, BC. We are looking for volunteers in areas such as: scorekeeping, security & parking, transportation, batgirls, tickets & gates, and more! We ask that each volunteer work a minimum of 20 hours. In exchange for your time, each volunteer will receive:

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

• FREE ADMISSION to all playing venues • 1 complimentary item of event apparel • 1 complimentary meal per volunteer shift worked! Call our office or visit our website for more info. 604-536-9287 or www.canadianopen fastpitch.com or Attend our next Volunteer meeting for more details. Tuesday, May 1 7:00 pm at the Sandman Signature Hotel, 8828 201 Street, Langley

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$39 SERVICE CALL plumbing, heating, plugged drains. Big & sm jobs.

604 575 5555

Ironman Plumbing (604)510-2155

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ELECTRICAL

www.RENORITE.com Save & more. 604-451-0225, 778-317-1256

Licensed, Government Approved, Canadian Company.

Westeel Fabrication Ltd.

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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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

341 320

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.

AFFORDABLE MOVING

$45/Hr

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING .Jim’s Mowing Spring Services Same day services

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

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

Smart Cleaning Pressure Washing & Window Cleaning. Spring Cleaning Special

PETS 477

604.587.5865

Adorable Cocker Spaniel Puppies Only 4 left – purebred, no papers (604) 888-0832 asking $500

www.recycleitcanada.ca

bradsjunkremoval.com

Haul Anything... But Dead Bodies!! 604.

220.JUNK(5865)

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988 FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards. Call Ken at 604-294-1393

604. 862. 9797

PETS

BLUE NOSE PITT BULLS, puppies, 1st shots, vet ✔, dewormed. $700. (604)530-0336

CAIRN Terriers. Shots, dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. Over 20 years of referrals. 604-807-5204, 604-592-5442 or 604-854-1978

CANE CORSO MASTIFF, shots, dewormed, tails cropped, vet ✓ Call 604-826-7634.

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

CHIHUAHUA, male, very tiny tea cup, just 15oz at 3 mos old, vet checked, $900. (604)794-7347

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS AT NORTHWEST ROOFING

Daschund X Border Collies, 6/wks, ready Apr 30, black, tan & white, $350. (604) 463-3245, 725-3007

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

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

NAHAL CONSTRUCTION

TOY POODLES. 8 fem, phantom colour, blk & brwn. 7 wks. $700. Call 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

YELLOW LAB PUPS. Ready to go. 2 males left. Parents on site. $400. 604-852-6176 Abbts

Yellow Labs,p/b, 5m, $500, obo.dewormed, vet chkd. Chwk. 604-7947633/604-997-3040 No Sun. calls.

25 year of experience. Call for your FREE estimate.

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk. Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

AFFORDABLE INT/EXT painting. 30 yrs exp. Refs. Free est. Keith 604-433-2279 or 604-777-1223.

372 283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539 Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL

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3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

* 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

300

(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

300

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING LTD. · DRIVEWAYS · SIDEWALKS · PATIOS · COURT YARDS · BASALT WALLS · FLAG STONE · WATER FEATURES · DRAINAGE · NEW SOD · RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL · CONCRETE - EXP. AGGRAGATE - STAMPED · FINISHES

ACCREDITED BUSINESS

OVER 24 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE Recipient of 8 “Excellence in Design” Awards Holder of four industry leading certifications

HAVE YOUR JOB DONE THE “RITEWAY” ABBOTSFORD

CONCRETE PRODUCTS LTD.

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BICYCLES

ELITE VELOCITY Electric assist bike, 24 spd, new, must sell $1595. For specs, go to: w w w. e l i t e e l e c t r i c b i k e s . c a Frank (778)888-2144.

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

GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

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SUNDECKS

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

PAVING STONE & RETAINING WALL SPECIALISTS

Phone: 778-340-4002 or Email: petert@4pillars.ca

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

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

New and Re-Roof Specialist Residential & Commercial. Shakes, Shingles and Duroid.

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

FINANCIAL SERVICES

RECYCLE-IT!

.Enterprise Plumbing, Heaitng, Gasfitting

Always! Pwr. raking, grass cutting, fertilizing, hedging, pruning, Rubbish rem. Free Est. 604-230-0627 GIN GARDENER - Landscaping, Garden Care, Power Raking, Power Wash. Trimming & Paving Stones. 20 Yrs Exp. Reasonable Rates 604.725.5561 or 604.589.2748

RUBBISH REMOVAL

• Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!

Suites

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Need STRESS relief? One easy payment makes that possible!

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GARDENING

604-447-3404

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Kitchen,

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

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

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info@westeelfabrication.ca or Contact: 604-543-8016

Bath,

Angelena Physic Healer & Life Coach

Please call 604.897.0357

Please send your resume to:

dollars!

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Required for Surrey based Cabinet Shop.

is looking for Structural Steel Fabricators/Erectors with track record.

your

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

NEED HELP MANAGING YOUR DEBT?

Tree removal done RIGHT!

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly

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

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TREE SERVICES

PLUMBING

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

604-537-4140

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• 3-5 years previous exp. (food manufacturing plant an asset.) • Excellent troubleshooting and repair skills • Mechanically inclined refrigerant operators and/or Class 4 Power Engineer ticket would be an asset

JPK Contractors requires rough carpenters/joiners as soon as possible. Responsibilities: framing walls, roof structures, windows, doors, assemble and join wood components, install floor beams, follow blueprints. Full-time, 24.50$/hour, Metro Vancouver jobsites. Ideal candidate with at least four years experience as joiner/carpenter. Please contact us at jpkcontractorsca@gmail.com.

OF Home (604)501-9290

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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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

Local & Long Distance

• Industry Competitive Wages • Full-Benefits • Steady Full-Time Work

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

PERSONAL SERVICES 171

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

CONCRETE & PLACING

To be considered candidates must have the following qualifications attributes:

Fax resume 604.533.0896 or e-mail: careers@ donaldsfinefoods.com

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 604-521-8715 MLG ENTERPRISES All Aspects Landscaping & Garden Solutions

Donald’s Fine Foods is a progressive and growing specialty meats processing and distribution company. We have an opening in our Maintenance Department for the following positions:

• Industrial Electricians • Millwrights

VOLUNTEERS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

FERTILIZERS

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877

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

FURNITURE

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

Friday, April 27, 2012 NewsLeader A31 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 551

GARAGE SALES

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

TRANSPORTATION 818

TRANSPORTATION

CARS - DOMESTIC

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

BRIDGEVIEW FLEA MARKET Every Sunday, Year Round, 80 Vendors 7am-3pm, 11475-126a St. Sry. Info./Book Table 604-625-3208

560

MISC. FOR SALE

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

REAL ESTATE 627

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-626-9647

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. immed. $1550/mth. 604-469-6990.

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COQUITLAM - bright spacious, 4 bdrm. 2 bath, 2 kitchen, W/D, fenced yard, alarm, W/D, cls. to amens. $2150/mo. 604-936-4827 or 604-936-4824 for more info.

750

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

Burnaby:

SUITES, LOWER

SFU, 2 BR suite, Sep. ent; 1000sft, school, bus, skytrain; No pets & No smoking. 604-649-8987

752 660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE

HOMES FOR RENT

TOWNHOUSES

MC Bride Place. 415 Ginger drive. 2 bdrm T/H. Family Housing. Close all amens, schls, transit. Pet friendly great loca. $1015/m.604-451-6676 NEW WESTMINSTER, 828 Royal Ave. Brand new 2/bdrm T/H, 6/appli, sec parking, $1500/mo. Avail now. Nr SkyTrain. TJ @ Sutton Proact, (604)728-5460 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

CLAREMONT TERRACE

Near HighGate Mall Quiet, Spacious 1 Bdrm Suites.

1995 MONTE CARLO fully loaded, almost new tires, good cond. Needs trans. $800 obo. (604)530-5014. 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convert. Grey/grey. Loaded, priced to sell. Please call Richard 778-222-0140. 2008 PONTIAC WAVE, 4 dr sedan, auto, high kms. runs/looks good, white, $3500 firm. 604-538-9257.

2001 HONDA ACCORD-4 dr. sedan, 4 cyl. auto, local, silver w/ grey cloth, 161k, pwr. options, A/C, very clean in/out. $5399 / 604.312.7415 2004 VOLKWAGEN TD 4/dr sedan, fully loaded, leather interior,sunroof, blue, 157K. 1 Owner. Mint cond! $9,900/obo. Call 778-240-1966.

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MOTORCYCLES

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AUTO FINANCING 30ft Rear Kit. fifth whleel, a/c, awning, stove/oven, double door fridge, large slide. $9,760obo Dealer #9968 Stk.#2614

www.meridianrv.com 604-941-8635 2011 WINDRIVER 230 RKS, loaded, used 2 short trips, brought Jul. 21/11,asking $26,000 obo. Must sell. Don (778)344-8047.

Call 604-421-1235 www.aptrentals.net

Panorama Court Spacious & clean 1 & 2 bdrms avail. From $750 - $1020/mo. No pets.

Call 604-540-6732

The Scrapper

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $6000 firm. Call 604-538-4883 2009 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LTD Edition, top of the line. $38,900. Call: 604-781-5679.

851 810

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.

NEW WESTMINSTER

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

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1997 FLEETWOOD 27’ Class A Motorhome, self-contained,sleeps 6 b.i. generator, TV, lots of storage. $13,900/obo. **Or Tade for Smaller Unit** 604-853-5528 Abbotsford.

TRANSPORTATION

MAPLE PLACE TOWERS

NEW WESTMINSTER 6th & Columbia, 1 bdrm condo on 17th floor in prestigious “The Pointe”. Pool gym sauna 1 prkg NS/NP $1300mo Avail May 1. Frank 604-857-2980

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

MOTORCYCLE HAULER, single or dble, large lockable utility box for all your gear. Wide easy load alum. ramp incl. $1250. 778-888-6805.

BURNABY

COQUITLAM WW Plateau. Two 2 bdrm condos, near all amens, Douglas Coll, schools, Aquatic Cntr & Coq Ctr. 6 appli’s, storage, fitness centre. NS/NP. 1 in Silver Springs $1350 and 1 near City Hall $1290. Avail May 1st. Call 604-941-3259.

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

1999 DUTCHMEN CLASSIC

Newly reno’d with balcony, prkg & storage unit. Incl heat & h/water.

Call 604-525-2661

1986 PONTIAC PARISIANNE, 1 owner, 186,500 km, no accidents. $1500. Call (604)860-4806

1997 Wilderness 22’ RV trailer. sleeps 5, frg/frz. Good cond. $5,500 obo. Call Tony (604)464-1072

** 6960 ELWELL ST **

2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

1967 MUSTANG Conv auto, pb, ps, 289 V8, red on red, white top, GT frond end, exc cond. $29,500 obo. (604)535-0226.

2012 KEYSTONE HIDEOUT 23RKS DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

GUARANTEED

Auto Loans or We Will Pay You $1000

All Makes, All Models. New & Used Inventory.

1-888-229-0744 or apply at: www.greatcanadianautocredit.com Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526

Rear kit. slideout, a/c, tv, awning, stove/oven,double door refer, like new. $16,340obo Dealer #9968

www.meridianrv.com 604-941-8635

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

TRUCKS & VANS

1988 CHEVY PICKUP V8, 3/4 ton auto trans. aircared. $800: (604)880-3581 2001 Toyota 4 runner. One owner. Great condition. 262,000km. A/c, sunroof, 4x4, push bar, trailer hitch, immobilizer, etc. No major accidents. Asking $7800, 778-241-7019 2003 Dodge Dakota 4X4, fully maint wrk truck, bush/light bars, c/w rhino liner, $5,000. (604)710-4722 2003 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN, cargo 2 seater, 2 winter/3 all seas tires surplus, $3000.(604)710-4722

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