The Tri-City News, March 08, 2013

SPRING FORWARD

Daylight savings time kicks in this weekend so it’s time for the biannual changing of the clocks. Set yours ahead one hour Saturday night before bed.

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Reimer to take a leave

By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS

A Coquitlam city councillor will be stepping aside next month to campaign for a provincial seat.

On Tuesday, Coun.

Linda Reimer sent a letter to Mayor R i c h a rd Stewart and fellow councillors to ask for a formal leave of REIMER absence — without pay — from when the writ drops on April 16 to provincial election day on May 14.

Reimer is the BC Liberal candidate for Port Moody-Coquitlam, a riding currently held by NDP MLA Joe Trasolini, who is running for reelection.

Stewart said yesterday he has accepted her request.

“During the writ period, it will be hard for her to concentrate on her council duties so this seems to be the most logical thing to do,” he told The Tri-City News.

Coquitlam Coun. Selina Robinson, the NDP candidate for CoquitlamMaillardville, said she has yet to decide if she’ll take time out from her civic job to campaign for the provincial chair now held by NDP MLA Diane Thorne, who is retiring.

When she won the nomination, Robinson said she didn’t plan on vacating her civic seat “until we’re into an election mode where I feel I might not be able to do justice to my [council] job. It does make sense to step down at some point and take an unpaid leave so I can focus on getting elected.” jwarren@tricitynews.com

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Jamie McCarthy, president of the Friends of the Coquitlam Public Library, at the new City Centre branch. The group is collecting books and other materials next week for a fundraising book sale. And this spring, it will be holding its big annual event, a trivia night. For more on both events, see article on page A13.

Cops track busy crooks to crack property crime Mounties target ‘prolific offenders’ to solve crimes

By Gary McKenna

They shoot, they score — in French and English — at Porter Street school: see page A15

THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Wh e n C o q u i t l a m RCMP officers responded to a breakand-enter call at Port

Coquitlam’s Blue Line Outdoor Sports in late December, it didn’t take long for investigators to narrow down the list of suspects.

That’s because a small number of people are responsible for a large amount of crime.

Mounties say there are only about 25 people responsible for the bulk of

property crime in the TriCities at a given time.

And while identifying evidence like fingerprints are not often left behind at the scene, police are able to get a good idea of who is responsible based on the methods used to commit the crime.

“When a car window is smashed and stuff is

taken, in those cases, there are a lot of people who could be responsible,” said Cpl. Scott Grimmer, a member of Coquitlam RCMP’s prolific target team.

“We knew as soon as we read the [Blue Line break-in] file who was the likely suspect.” see ‘NOTHING’, page A8

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Rearview: Transportation – same as it ever was With both Port Coquitlam and Port Moody celebrating their 100th birthdays this year, The Tri-City News is adding a little history to complement our coverage of current affairs. With this issue we launch Rearview, a weekly feature looking at what was in the news from different periods throughout the history of what is now known as the Tri-Cities. This first instalment of Rearview — published one day after the 100th anniversary of the incorporation of the city of Port Coquitlam and a month before Port Moody officially marks its first century — covers a topic that seems to have been current for each of the last 10 decades in this region: public transportation...

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f it seems as if local politicians have been talking about bringing rapid transit to the Tri-Cities for the last 100 years, that’s because they have.

According to the March 5, 1913, edition of the Coquitlam Star, politicians of the day were determined to connect the rapidly growing community of Port Moody to New Westminster with a tramline.

Residents in the municipality were frustrated that they would not have an interurban link to their town and saw the tramline as a second-best option.

But while Port Moody’s population was rapidly growing, the powers that be determined that there were not enough people in the community to merit a tram link.

Today, residents can see the early stages of construction and preparations for the Evergreen Line, a SkyTrain extension that will run from Lougheed Town Centre in Burnaby, through Port Moody to

An ad in the Coquitlam Star newspaper in 1912 touts this region as a growing industrial centre fed by the CP Rail line and linked to the world as a sea port.

Coquitlam; the line is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2016.

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City bills are due soon for water, sewer

By Janis Warren The Tri-CiTy News

Tri-City residents may be getting their income tax rebates this month but they’ll also have to shell out for utilities.

The bill for water, garbage, recycling and, in some cities, sewer is due April 2 and those who don’t pay the annual levy will be fined 5% of the full amount. Here’s the breakdown for rates in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody:

COQUITLAM

• Water: $423 (all residential) • Garbage and recycling: $349 for single-family homes (multi-family homes don’t have city trash collection but can receive city recycling pick-up at $40 per unit) • Sewer: $365 (on the property tax bill in July)

PORT COQUITLAM

• Water: $417 (single-family), $391 (townhouse), $371 (condo) • Garbage: $176.30 (single-family) • Sewer: $306 (single-family); $287 (townhouse); $272 (condo)

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• Water: $338 (all residential) • Garbage and recycling: $192 (all residential) • Sewer: $317 (all residential) • As well, Port Moody has a green waste charge of $114 for single-family homes and duplexes, and $32 for multi-family units.

As an incentive to cut costs, the city of Port Moody offers residents a 5% discount if they paid their utility bills before Feb. 28.

Utility bills can be paid online. In Coquitlam and Port Moody, credit cards are accepted for utilities but not for municipal property taxes. Port Coquitlam does not allow credit card payments for either.

Metro Vancouver, which oversees water and sewage, has a capital program estimated to total $2.3 billion over the next decade, meaning water and sewer charges are not likely to go down anytime soon. In fact, water charges alone are expected to rise 8% annually in the next few years.

School District 43’s Aboriginal education drum group performs a welcoming song (above) for the opening of Heritage at Leigh Square, Port Coquitlam’s museum and archive, which opened yesterday, the 100th anniversary of the city’s incorporation. Left: Josh Wilson, with his son, Carter, examine a mural painted by Wilson’s grandfather, Peter CarterPage, a respected Canadian artist. The mural, unveiled at Heritage at Leigh Square Thursday, was rescued from the Wild Duck Inn before it was demolished and stored in the home of PoCo heritage activist Karon Fuson until it could be restored by Conserv-Arte Fine Art Conservation Services. For more info on the big birthday, visit portcoquitlam.ca/100.

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Teachers plead for jobs, programs to be spared

By Diane Strandberg The Tri-CiTy News

Dozens of teachers packed a board of education meeting Tuesday to persuade trustees not to cut their jobs or programs as School District 43 faces one of its toughest budgets in years.

With no extra funding expected from the province, superintendent Tom Grant predicted budget talks for the 2013/’14 school year will be difficult and trustees will have to make unpalatable decisions.

According to the latest budget figures, SD43 could end the year with a $2.5-million deficit, which will have to be paid back in subsequent years, likely with cuts in every department.

“It’s not going to be easy,” Grant told trustees, and “every single budget line” will have to be reviewed to see if it can be reduced.

But those who attended Tuesday’s board meeting are hoping to avoid the axe and, indeed, want to see improvements in programs considered important to children, such as music.

In a sometimes emotional meeting punctuated with applause, home economics teachers, school librarians, music teachers, teachers who work in staff development and special needs teachers gave trustees information

MAKING THEIR CASES

Here’s a brief summary of what teachers had to say to SD43 school trustees on Tuesday about their programs: • Melissa Edstrom from Moody middle school said students get skills for life from home economics.

• Maureen McQuarrie from student services said more students than ever are being diagnosed with special needs, without an increase in staffing to support them. For example, the number of students with a moderate to profound intellectual or physical disability, including autism, increased from 566 in 2006 to 674 in 2013; those with mild intellectual or learning disabilities increased from 2,737 in 2009 to 3,895 in 2013.

• Speech and language pathologists talked about work they do with students who are nonverbal or have trouble communicating, with activities such as talking tables that build language skills.

• Teacher librarians noted that funding for school libraries has stagnated or dropped in B.C., and asked that every elementary school in the district get a minimum .5 FTE for a librarian •Staff development co-ordinators represented

by Jill Reid said they support teachers in their professional development and enhance the investment in quality staff, resulting in SD43 having one of the highest graduation rates in the province.

• Music teachers called for equitable music and arts programming throughout the district and proposed a four-year plan, with no new costs attached, to create curriculum and programming for students from kindergarten to Grade 12.

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about how their work supports children’s learning.

One teacher who works on call for the district said he has already suffered a loss in income because of decisions to extend spring break by a week and the elimination of professional development during school hours, which means substitutes can’t get work filling in for teachers on

special projects.

Ryan Lee said he supplements his Tri-City TOC income with work in other districts and a third, non-teaching job working. Noting that

substitute teachers don’t get the same benefits, and often less pay, than contract teachers, he asked the board to give more thought to teachers on call because they deserve to be “equally valued employees.”

Coquitlam Teachers’ Association president Teresa Grandinetti said the board could save $700,000 if it didn’t replace SD43 managers who have left and reclassify others. Grandinetti said cutting administration would have less impact on students than reducing the hours of specialist teachers or teachers on call.

“I expect there will be cuts this year and I also do not expect the cuts to be equitable.

However, I do not expect CTA members or our CUPE colleagues to bear the brunt of the cuts,” Grandinetti said.

“That has happened far too often in the past.”

Board chair Melissa Hyndes agreed the board faces the toughest budget in years. In an interview, she told The TriCity News: “These are tough decisions and you look out at these people — it’s their jobs and livelihoods.”

Hyndes said the board expects to start dealing with the 2013/’14 budget after spring break, in early April. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

COUNCIL MEETINGS When: Tuesday, March 12, 2013 Where: Port Moody Council Chambers, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody Times: Regular Council at 7pm Television coverage airs on Shaw Cable 4 at 9am on March 16, 2013.

We’re now live streaming our Council meetings at www.portmoody.ca. While you’re on our website, sign up for Council e-notifications. Agenda packages are available at City Hall, in the Port Moody Public Library or on our website under “City Government”.

Notice of Alternative Approval Process 2013 Capital Program Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 4385, 2013 Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the Community Charter, that the Council for the City of Coquitlam proposes to adopt the 2013 Capital Program Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 4385, 2013 to support long term borrowing for a series of growth related road and water utility projects in the City.

The purpose of the bylaw is to authorize the City of Coquitlam to borrow upon the credit of the Municipality a sum not exceeding $17,874,000 in order to undertake and carry out, or cause to be carried out, a series of road and water utility infrastructure projects necessary to support growth in the City, in accordance with general plans on file in the municipal office, and to do all things necessary in connection therewith, including: • Northeast Coquitlam Arterial Road Expansion- Phase 1- $9,210,000; • Crouch Reservoir – $4,120,000; • Harper Reservoir-Cell 1 -$1,810,000; and • City Centre Pump Station- Phase 1- $2,734,000.

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The total estimated cost of these road and utility system improvement projects, including expenses incidental thereto, is the sum of $21,930,000. $4,056,000 of this total will be paid for from existing City sources, primarily Development Cost Charges (DCCs) already collected, and $17,874,000 is the amount of debt created by this bylaw. Given that these projects are infrastructure projects that are included in the City’s approved DCC program, the appropriate funding sources are DCCs. The use of long-term borrowing therefore allows the future debt payments to be matched to the related DCCs as they are collected over time.

Unless a minimum of ten percent (10%) of the City‘s electors sign and submit an Elector Response Form indicating that Council must first obtain the assent of the electors before proceeding (i.e., through a referendum), Council for the City of Coquitlam may adopt the 2013 Capital Program Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 4385, 2013 without further notice. The number of electors in the City of Coquitlam for the purpose of this alternative approval process has been approved as being 82,839 - thus establishing the ten percent (10%) limit as 8,283 electors.

Qualified electors who are in favour of this process do not have to sign or submit any documents.

Completed Elector Response Forms which are submitted as part of this alternative approval process must be in the form established by the Council for the City of Coquitlam. Copies of the approved Elector Response Forms, along with other supporting documentation, are available to the public from the City Clerk’s Office at Coquitlam City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way (2nd Floor), Coquitlam during normal office hours (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday) or via the City’s website at www.coquitlam.ca under the Public Notices section ( www.coquitlam.ca/publicnotices ).

Elector Response Forms must be submitted to the City of Coquitlam by no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2013. Originally signed Elector Response Forms must be delivered in person or by mail (no fax or electronic submissions are permitted) to the attention of the City Clerk at Coquitlam City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, B.C., V3B 7N2 (completed forms must be in the possession of the City Clerk by the deadline as postmarks will not be accepted as a date of submission).

The area to which the approval process applies is the entirety of the City of Coquitlam.

Residents of Coquitlam who are eligible to sign and submit an Elector Response Form must: • be a Canadian citizen; • be 18 years of age or older; • have been a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months prior to signing the form; • have lived in the City of Coquitlam for at least 30 days before signing the form; and • not be disqualified by a Provincial enactment, or otherwise disqualified by law, from voting in an election.

A person who is not a resident of the City, but who owns property within the City, is eligible to submit an Elector Response Form provided that they: • are not entitled to vote as a resident elector in the City of Coquitlam; • are a Canadian citizen; • are 18 years of age or older; • have been a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months prior to signing the form; • have been a registered owner of real property in the City of Coquitlam for at least 30 days before signing the form; • sign the form in relation to only one parcel of real property that they own in the City of Coquitlam; • are the representative who has the written consent of the majority of the registered owners of the real property to sign the form; • are registered owners of the real property as individuals and who do not hold the property in trust for a corporation or another trust; and • are not disqualified by a Provincial enactment, or otherwise disqualified by law, from voting in an election.

If you have any questions concerning this process please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 604-927-3010, via e-mail at clerks@coquitlam.ca or by visiting the City Clerk’s Office in person at Coquitlam City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way (2nd Floor), Coquitlam, B.C. Jay Gilbert – City Clerk

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vegetable seeds, many of them rare “because it helps to preserve the genetic diversity of the different varieties of tomatoes or beans or any vegetables or flowers,” Kouchnareva explained.

Standing in her frostbitten backyard last weekend, she said she Untitled-3 1 13-03-01 11:36 AM has never tasted a genetically modified tomato.

Instead, Kouchnareva eats al-kuffas, salad tomatoes from Iraq that she enjoys fresh with olive oil and salt.

7:00 pm – council cHAmbers As a member of the 2580 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam Seed Savers Exchange — an Iowa-based, nonPUBLIC HEARING profit organization Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 3833 for 2175 dedicated to saving and Mary Hill Road sharing heirloom seeds Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw No. 3834 — Kouchnareva has acfor 2175/95 Mary Hill Road cess to rare vegetable ADJOURNMENT OF PUBLIC BEARING and fruit breeds.

BYLAWS READINGS But on Saturday, she will talk about the simHeritage Designation Bylaw No. 3833 for 2175 Mary Hill Road Third plicity of saving tomato Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw seeds, among other presNo. 3834 for 2175/95 Mary Hill Road Third ervation pointers.

Ticket Information Utilization Amendment “You can just spit Bylaw No. 3813 Final them out onto a napkin Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 3814 Final and dry them out,” says Kouchnareva with a REPORTS smile.

Healthy Community Committee • The Seedy Saturday Special Occasion License Requests - 2013 community seed swap Smart Growth Committee at Coquitlam Public Rezoning Application for 2163 and 2167 Library’s Poirier branch Shaughnessy Street (575 Poirier Ave.) runs Standing Committee Verbal Updates from 1 to 3:30 p.m. For • Finance and Intergovernmental Committee • Community Safety Committee more information, visit • Healthy Community Committee cfcg.ca.

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Seed swapping is a game of risk but, oh, the tasty rewards if you find a fertile packet.

Th i s i s t h e f i r s t ye a r C o l o ny Fa r m Community Gardens (CFCG) members are opening up their annual seed swap to the general public. It’s a chance for gardeners to get their green thumbs on some rare varieties of fruit and vegetable seeds.

“You get two benefits: You are collecting your own seeds. And plants that have done well, they have the genetic material to do well again,” said CFCG president Ginny Wilson.

She explained how viable seeds have to come from an open pollinated plant. To save lettuce and carrot seeds, the process is more delicate because the plants have to survive the winter first.

“It’s always part luck with seed savings,” said Wilson. “[Seed swapping], it does come with risk. You don’t know if that seed is going to germinate.”

But sometimes you hit the horticulture jackpot, like Wilson did when she got the best parsnip seeds.

At tomorrow’s swap at Coquitlam’s Poirier library branch, participants can expect to see many varieties of tomato seeds. Wilson said she’s excited at the mere mention of kale, confirming its cult status among vegetarians and the health conscious.“The beauty of kale is you can eat it at every stage of its development,”she said.

The emphasis of the seed swap is on education, inspiration and sharing, especially for children who are being more than encouraged to participate.

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Tatiana Kouchnareva preserves thousands of varieties of vegetable and fruits seeds in her Anmore backyard. She will be speaking at the Colony Farm Community Gardens seed swap on Saturday at the Poirier branch of the Coquitlam Library.

“We are trying to engage them more than before at Colony Farms because we realize they are the future,”said Wilson.

There will be packetfor-packet swapping as well as seeds for purchase, with viability testing available. When stored in a cool, dark place, some seeds can last up to 10 years.

Anmore heirloom g a r d e n e r Ta t i a n a Kouchnareva’s talk on seed preservation is expected to be a highlight of the event. Widely considered an expert in this area, Kouchnareva has squirrelled away approximately 3,000 varieties of

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‘Nothing moves faster than stolen firearms’ continued from front page

Prolific offenders make up a relatively small group of people but are responsible for the bulk of the crime in a community. They are often entrepreneurial, contracting out their break-in services to other criminals looking for certain stolen items, Grimmer said.

But through careful analysis of crime statistics and police files, investigators can often determine which offenders are the most active and what crimes they are engaging in.

Knowing who the targets are, where they hang out and who they

CPL. SCOTT GRIMMER associate with is vital intelligence for prolific offender team officers such as Grimmer, who use the data to reduce crime by focusing on the offenders they routinely see pop up in their police reports.

The prolific target team is made up of 10 officers and two supervisors who have numerous re-

sources at their disposal.

Depending on the severity of the crime, Grimmer said team members will use everything from DNA evidence to fingerprint analysis when investigating an incident.

He added that many prolific thieves have consistent methods of operation and evidence gathered at a crime scene can be quickly compared to the list of chronic offenders.

BLUE LINE

In the case of the Blue Line Outdoor Sports break-in, the suspect in question is Tyson Hayden Wagner, a Port Coquitlam man Grimmer refers to as a“career guy.”

In a news release this week, police alleged that during the break-in of the hunting equipment store on PoCo’s northside, the 36-year-old suspect made off with a number of weapons. Some have been recovered. Some haven’t.

“That is a concern,” Grimmer said. “Nothing moves faster on the street than stolen firearms.”

He noted there had been two attempts to rob Blue Line in the weeks leading up to the final, successful break-in.

On Dec. 4, Mounties responded to a call at a shop next door to Blue Line and discovered that someone had gained entry into an electrical room but

nothing was stolen.

Three weeks later on Christmas day, police again responded to a call at the shop but this time, the thieves attempted to ram a stolen vehicle through an exterior wall.

The crooks were unable to get inside the store and the vehicle was abandoned a short distance away.

The third attempt, which was successful, took place a few days later, on the evening of Dec. 28.

A month-and-a-half later, following an extensive investigation, police executed a search warrant on Wagner’s PoCo home. According to their news release, police alleg-

edly retrieved evidence related to the break-in at Blue Line and Wagner was charged with two counts of break and enter, two counts of unauthorized possession of a firearm, one count of possessing a weapon obtained by crime, three counts of possession of stolen property and one count of breaching a probation order.

Further, police say in reviewing surveillance video, they spotted Wagner in the store on the day of the successful break-in; he left without making a purchase. And a week after the theft, police spotted him hanging around the back of the business and the prolific

target team was notified.

Wagner is remanded in custody until his next court appearance on March 15.

For officers on the prolific target team, getting arrests and charges approved is the goal.

Grimmer said residents will often learn about crimes taking place in their neighbourhood but do not necessarily hear about the investigation and arrests the follow.

“Often times, people go to jail and the public doesn’t really know that they are there,” he said.

“Sometimes [investigations] can take a few months but we are paying attention.” gmckenna@tricitynews.com

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Notice of Public HeariNg Notice is hereby given that the City of Coquitlam will be holding a Public Hearing to receive representations from all persons who deem it in their interest to address Council regarding the following proposed bylaws. This meeting will be held on:

Date: time: location:

Monday, March 18, 2013 7:00 p.m. city Hall council chambers, 3000 guildford Way, coquitlam, bc V3b 7N2

Immediately following the adjournment of the Public Hearing, Council will convene a Regular Council Meeting during which it will give consideration to the items on the Public Hearing agenda.

item 1 addresses: 611, 613, 615 and 617 regan avenue The intent of bylaw 4383, 2013 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 to rezone the subject properties outlined in black on the map marked Schedule ‘A’ to Bylaw 4383, 2013 from RT-1 Two Family Residential to RM-3 Multi-Storey Medium Density Apartment Residential.

If approved, the application would facilitate a 71-unit four-storey apartment development.

item 3 Development Permit and Design guideline consolidation The intent of bylaw 4295, 2013 is to amend City of Coquitlam Citywide Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3479, 2001 to consolidate the City’s existing Development Permit and Design Guidelines into a new “Part 4 – Urban Design and Development Permit Areas” of the Citywide Official Community Plan (CWOCP), Bylaw No. 3479, 2001.

This new part would contain: • A Citywide design vision and Citywide design principles summarizing the City’s design approach, which have been derived from existing principles; and • Development Permit guidelines.

How do I find out more information?

Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff reports, and any relevant background documentation may be inspected from March 6 to March 18 in person at the Planning and Development Department, Coquitlam City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays.

You may also obtain further information with regard to the bylaws mentioned above on the City’s website at www.coquitlam.ca/publichearing and by phone at 604-927-3430.

How do I provide input?

Verbal submissions may only be made in person at the Public Hearing. The City Clerk’s Office will compile a Speakers List for each item. To have your name added to the Speakers List please call 604-927-3010. Everyone will be permitted to speak at the Public Hearing but those who have registered in advance will be given first opportunity.

Please also be advised that video recordings of Public Hearings are streamed live and archived on the City’s website at www.coquitlam.ca.

Prior to the Public Hearing written comments may be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office in one of the following ways:

item 2 text amendment to Permit Public Service use in commercial and industrial Zones The intent of bylaw 4384, 2013 is to amend City of Coquitlam Zoning Bylaw No. 3000, 1996 to permit public service uses (which includes a use providing for servicing of the City, where such use is established by the City, by another government body, or by a corporation operating under the Utilities Commission Act) in several of the City’s commercial and industrial zones.

Specifically, the proposed Zoning Bylaw text amendments would allow the following: • Permit public service uses in the M-1 General Industrial, M-2 Service Industrial and M-6 Retail Industrial zones; • Permit public service uses in the M-9 Retail and Light Industrial zone only when completely enclosed within a building; and • Permit public service uses in the C-2 General Commercial, C-4 City Centre Commercial, C-5 Community Commercial, C-7 Transit Village Commercial, CS-1 Service Commercial, M-3 Special Industrial, and M-8 Retail and Light Industrial zones only when completely enclosed within a building and there is no storefront.

Email: clerks@coquitlam.ca; Regular mail: 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2; In person: City Clerk’s Office, 2nd Floor, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2; Fax: to the City Clerk’s Office at 604-927-3015.

To afford Council an opportunity to review your submission, please ensure that you forward it to the City Clerk’s Office prior to noon on the day of the hearing.

Written submissions provided in response to this consultation will become part of the public record which includes the submissions being made available for public inspection at Coquitlam City Hall and on our website at www.coquitlam.ca. If you require more information regarding this process please call the City Clerk’s Office at 604-927-3010.

Please note that council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested persons concerning any of the bylaws described above after the conclusion of the Public Hearing.

Kerri Lore Deputy City Clerk

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he Fraser Institute has been roundly criticized over the years — including by this newspaper — for ranking schools and pitting them against one another. Annually, the obvious is revealed: Based on standardized testing alone, private schools are at the top and schools that struggle are at the bottom.

The BC Teachers’ Federation and many educators argue the rankings don’t say anything valuable about what’s really going on in the classroom and with children’s performance.

But parents can learn something from the annual rankings — that schools where parents are engaged do better than those where parents aren’t as engaged because of poverty, culture, isolation or other issues.

Thus, parents can ensure their children’s and school’s success, no matter where they are, by staying involved.

What the rankings don’t show, however, is the adorable YouTube video by the school supposedly at the bottom whose children sing “O Canada” in French, English and Carrier. Anyone interested in education would surely realize that these controversial rankings and the tests that feed them are not the only measure of a school’s success.

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Time for new national program to fund core needs AS WE SEE IT Greg Moore and Raymond Louie

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n late March, when the federal government unveils its new budget, community leaders across the country will be looking for a long-term plan that helps cities and towns deliver services that support a competitive economy, create jobs and protect our quality of life.

We’re not asking for money for frills or nonessentials.

We need stable, predictable, long-term funding to pay for basic public infrastructure, such as water treatment facilities that assure safe and clean water comes out of our taps and sewage treatment plants that protect the environment and human health.

Metro Vancouver supports a Federation of Canadian Municipalities-led campaign for a new national long-term plan, spanning at least 10 years, to address our“infrastructure deficit.”

“Public infrastructure is the backbone of our economy and quality of life, but after decades

of under-investment, Canada is only just beginning to confront its ‘infrastructure deficit,’ a backlog of delayed repairs and construction that hurts every Canadian family and business,”the FCM notes.

“For 25 years Canadians have watched the symptoms of the infrastructure deficit grow: rusting bridges, crumbling roads, crowded buses and subways...

“How has this happened? Revenue imbalance. Municipalities own 53% of the country’s infrastructure but collect just eight cents of every tax dollar paid in Canada, with the other 92 cents going to federal, provincial and territorial governments.”

After the international recession battered Canada’s economy five years ago, the federal government responded with a short-term program that funded“shovel-ready”municipal construction projects.

In November 2011, federal Transport Minister Denis Lebel announced the government’s commitment to develop a new, long-term infrastructure program that would replace the Building Canada Plan, which will

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expire in 2014.

The clock is ticking.

Metro Vancouver hopes this year’s budget will deliver funding and planning certainty by eliminating a reliance on programs that are essentially application-based“lotteries.”

Although we believe application-based programs can certainly deliver value when major, one-time capital investments are required, a broad-based system that relies almost exclusively on a“one-off”project assessment is not efficient, sustainable or equitable. It prevents municipalities from leveraging other financing against a predictable funding stream. It limits access to private capital. It shifts capital budgets away from top-tier priorities toward “shovel-ready”projects deemed more likely to receive funding. It favours new construction at the expense of maintenance. It often prevents participation by smaller communities, resulting in uneven funding distribution. And it politicizes the capital planning process by creating intra-regional competition for scarce project dollars.

As an example of this, we point out that

Metro Vancouver submitted applications for six projects that had an aggregate value in excess of $272 million as part of the government’s 2008/’09 infrastructure program but ultimately received just $3 million of federal support for one project.

The Metro Vancouver board of directors is unanimous in its view that, for the new longterm plan to be successful, it must include three fundamental fiscal and policy elements: • sufficient funding to catch up on the infrastructure backlog; • a time frame that allows for effective asset life-cycle management; • program architecture that provides funding certainty for local governments to ensure proper planning and decision-making.

That’s the announcement we are hoping to hear when federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty delivers the 2013 budget speech.

– Greg Moore, mayor of Port Coquitlam, is the chair of Metro Vancouver’s board of directors; Raymond Louie, the board’s vice-chair, is a Vancouver city councillor and third vice-president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.

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FACE TO FACE: Should Canada increase or decrease immigration?

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anada is one of the most immigrant-friendly countries in the world.

But maybe we shouldn’t be so friendly.

Last week, the federal government released its most recent immigration statistics: In 2012, Canada welcomed 257,515 immigrants to Canada.

To put that into perspective, the United States welcomes about a one million immigrants per year, or roughly 0.4% of its population; Canada, by comparison, welcomes approximately 0.8% of its population.

I understand that we need more people in this country to offset our looming labour shortages and to build a tax base to pay for rising health care costs due to an aging population. Immigration is part of the solution but not the whole solution.

Most Canadians agree with me. A January 2012 Angus Reid poll suggested that 41% of us believe immigration levels should decrease while only 15% of those surveyed said it should increase.

A lot of Canadians would rather have a made-in-Canada solution for our looming demographic crunch.

By that I mean let’s make more babies in Canada. Let’s actually do

something about slumping fertility rates with more generous maternity leave benefits and a national daycare program. Let’s make it easier for young couples to have children.

We also need to step back and realize that our current immigration system isn’t working very well.

Immigrants today are earning considerably less in comparison to newcomers in the 1970s, ’80s and even ’90s. The unemployment rate among recent immigrants is now four to five percentage points higher than general population, and under-employment in this group is between 25% and 35%.

So, essentially, we are importing more unemployment.

There are already between 750,000 and a million people without gainful employment in Canada. Why hasn’t any government put together a comprehensive strategy to train Canadians for those jobs that are supposedly going to be available in the next decade?

To be clear, I’m not against immigration. My family is the beneficiary of a liberal immigration regime; my parents came to Canada in 1972 as Ugandan refugees. But I think we need to be smarter about our immigration policies.

And that starts with reducing the numbers.

ANDY RADIA

JIM NELSON

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“The unemployment rate among recent immigrants is now four to five percentage points higher than general population, and under-employment is between 25% and 35%.”

Andy Radia

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“We get a remarkable quality of immigrant to Canada... 54% of immigrants have a university degree — more than double the rate of Canadian-born citizens.”

Jim Nelson

What’s your take on this week’s Face to Face topic and what they have to say? Email your thoughts to newsroom@tricitynews.com.

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we get lathered, 54% of immigrants Come to our have a university degree to Canada

ave you had this discussion about immigration?

First comes the disclaimer: “Well, of course I’m all in favour of immigration…”

Then comes the“but”: “I just wish more of ‘them’ tried to accept our Canadian ways.”

There usually follows some discussion of Pierre Trudeau, multiculturalism and how a melting pot might be a better idea than a mosaic.

Looking past immigration racism, however, even the most cursory examination of Canadian immigration tells us that Canada, and especially B.C., needs more immigrants. We should want and welcome immigrants, and we should increase their number.

Why? First, because we can.

People all over the world suffer daily from political tyranny and/ or racial, gender or cultural abuse.

We have an international responsibility to help and we have the space. Canada is the second largest country in the world with the lowest population density in the civilized world: three people per square kilometre. Sure, most of us live close to the border but surely we have some room to grow?

Second, we get a remarkable quality of immigrant to Canada.

Besides the odd boatload of belea-

guered Tamil refugees about whom

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— more than double the rate of Canadian-born citizens. Not bad.

And lest someone trot out the “but they’re taking our jobs”argument, 20% of Canadian immigrants are employed at a level below their qualification — so Canadians are actually taking their jobs.

Immigrants to Canada currently account for 67% of our population growth and by 2061, they will account for 100% of population growth.

This is due to Canada’s low birth rate — the lowest since the 1930s.

But let’s get a little more local.

B.C.’s birth rate is the lowest in Canada at 1.4 births per woman. A birth rate of 2.0 births is required for natural population replacement.

In B.C., the president of SFU estimates we will be short one million skilled workers within the next three years, 75% of whom will require post-secondary degrees. The president of BCIT says that within a decade, 18,800 skilled jobs could go unfilled.

It’s clear that immigration to Canada and especially to B.C. is the only thing that will help save our economic bacon.

There are no ifs, ands or buts about it.

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Heartfelt thanks from a daughter for care dad is receiving at Eagle Ridge The Editor, A big shout-out to all the staff at Eagle Ridge Hospital in Port Moody.

This hospital is run like a well-oiled machine. From the moment I entered the ER with my dad, a veteran of the Second World War, he has been the recipient of

the very best of care and attention from the intake clerks, nurses and all the doctors.

They were professional, compassionate, thorough and curious in their questioning about his symptoms, quizzing family for more information to determine the

best plan of care to help my dad.

After a series of tests, blood work, etc. it was determined he was going to be admitted. The care he has been receiving this past week is amazing.

The ward is immaculately clean; the food is

terrific; every patient appears to have their needs met. There is constant checking in on my dad and others in his ward by nurses, care aids and doctors as well as various support teams ensuring they are OK. I am amazed, they even help the patients

with their meals. As busy as they are, I can always get my questions answered. They are always friendly and courteous.

I cannot say enough good things and I just feel so grateful that my father is receiving such tremendous care at this most difficult chapter of

River results and spin spin-doctor was in this case to imply that the condition of this river has been grossly exaggerated or the figment of someone’s imagination in order to downplay the significant neglect over the past 30 years based on one very limited city study.

One just has to take a walk along the river to see what years of siltation and lack of attention by the two cities bordering the river has done, with the narrowing of the channel, overgrowth of cottonwood trees and gradual destruction of the riparian area on either side of the river.

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The City has received an application to amend the Citywide Official Community Plan (CWOCP) relating to the property located at 1595 Regan Avenue. The application proposes a redesignation of a portion of the subject site from “School” to “One-Family Residential” to accommodate a future single-family residential subdivision containing eight (8) lots adjacent to Como Lake Avenue.

You are now being invited to provide input to Council with respect to the above-noted application.

The City of Coquitlam will be receiving the input requested until Monday, March 18, 2013. Written correspondence can be provided in one of the following ways: • By email to clerks@coquitlam.ca • Fax: 604-927-3015 • Mail: City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2 • In person at City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way at the City Clerk’s Office during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays (Telephone: 604-927-3010)

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The Editor, Re. “Good results — and caution — in limited Coquitlam River tests” (The Tri-City News, March 6).

I hope the local politicians and certain members of the aggregate group — namely Allard and Cewe — didn’t hurt themselves too much patting each other on the back.

Certainly credit should be given where credit is due — unfortunately too long overdue.

Te s t i n g o f t h e Coquitlam River water is a step in the right direction, with the aggregate companies having made significant improvement in controlling the sediment coming from their pits after decades of being one of the major polluters of this beautiful urban river.

My cynicism would suggest that recent improvements were more the result of governmental pressures in the way of substantial fines than the thought of becoming bornagain environmentalists.

It was suggested by someone that the water testing findings fly in the face of consistent annual reports from the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC, which has frequently listed the Coquitlam River on its top 10 most endangered rivers in B.C. I’m not sure who the

his life.

To all of you at Eagle Ridge, you have honoured my father with your care and in doing so, you have given me such comfort and peace of mind. Thank you so much.

Annette Schattenkirk, Surrey

The Tri-City News welcomes letters to the editor. Letters must contain name, address and daytime phone number. The editor reserves the right to edit for clarity, brevity, libel and taste.

Email: newsroom@ tricitynews.com.

Additional information about this application can be obtained from the Planning and Development Department (Telephone: 604-927-3434).

All written submissions provided in response to this consultation will become part of the public record which includes the submissions being made available for public inspection at Coquitlam City Hall and on our website as part of a future agenda package at www.coquitlam.ca.

Should Council grant first reading to the proposed CWOCP amendment, a Public Hearing will be held with notification to be provided in accordance with the Local Government Act.

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Friends and firsts at new library Clean out old books, DVDs for drive on March 16

By Janis Warren The Tri-CiTy News

Coquitlam’s public library will have a lot of firsts this year.

The new $15-million City Centre branch that opened last November on Pinetree Way has seen its circulation more than double since January 2012.

Branch staff have also fielded twice as many questions from the public while the branch’s rates for new members and children’s program attendance have tripled over the past year.

Now, the Friends of the Coquitlam Public Library wants to build on that success with fundraisers to buy learning materials and equipment as well as offer more community programs and sponsor author readings at the new branch.

Next week, the Friends will be accepting book donations for the li-

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Jamie McCarthy, president of the Friends of the Coquitlam Public Library, at the new City Centre branch, which was opened last November on Pinetree Way. brary’s first-ever book sale, which will happen on May 4.

Running from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 16 in the library parking lot above the library, the book drive gives Tri-City residents a chance to thin out their book collections as they make room for new tomes or to downsize for smaller living

spaces.

“Many people are spring cleaning right now,” Friends president Jamie McCarthy said, “so we think this is the ideal time of year to hold something like this.”

New or gently used items that will be accepted include: • fiction and non-fiction books;

• collectable and hobby books; • coffee table books; • ESL materials; • children’s and young adult books; • CDs, DVDs and even vinyl records; • and audio books.

(Donations that will be turned away include: Reader’s Digest condensed books, National Geographic magazines, encyclopedias, VHS and cassette tapes, textbooks and books that have missing pages or broken spines.)

McCarthy said her group talked with fellow “Friends” groups at Vancouver and Richmond public libraries to get advice on how to run book drives as the Coquitlam Friends are hoping to stage a sale annually.

At three times larger than the old branch, the new City Centre facility has the space to allow staff and the Friends hold bigger events, said McCarthy, a library and archival studies graduate student at UBC. As a result, the 10th annual quiz night will be held at the City Centre

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branch — another first for the library. In the past, the popular competition at the Poirier branch has been the biggest fundraiser for the Friends, with last year bringing in $4,000.

This year, the Friends want to top that amount by selling 150 tickets to the April 5 event, which will be emceed by New Westminster-Coquitlam MP Fin Donnelly.

Limited space at Poirier meant only about 130 tickets could be sold for previous quiz nights.

“We have so much more room now to be able to do things like this,” McCarthy said. “We are hoping the additional money will add more programs, which in turn will bring a lot more visitors in.”

• For more information on the book drive on March 16, call 604-7627385 or email friendsofcpl@library.coquitlam. bc.ca. For tickets ($25) to the 10th annual quiz night, which includes coffee, dessert and a chance to win door prizes, call 604-937-4130. jwarren@tricitynews.com

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Review of Coq. tour firm involved in Dec. Oregon crash continuing A Coquitlam tour bus company involved in a fatal collision in Oregon State in December has now responded to the provincial government about its suspension as part of an official review of the business.

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Instead of grousing about the goal, the game simply stopped to allow team members to help a goalie off with his gear so another stalwart netminder could take his place.

Then the game resumed, much to the enthusiasm of all the players, plus about two dozen cheering fans.

Why so much excitement? The winter ballhockey season is nearing the end for the Porter Hockey League and the stakes are high.

What began as a fun way to integrate French and English students in a dual-track school has become a tradition for Porter Street elementary in Coquitlam, and principal Brent Pattison is a proud fan.

“It’s definitely brought the kids together,”Pattison said, crediting teacher Dan Mariotti for organizing the league and building school spirit.

Mariotti, who has been an educator for 12 years, the last two at Porter Street, decided to do his graduate field studies on the benefits of the league to building rapport between French Immersion and English students.

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said the hockey league is changing the dynamics in the school.

He organized the teams with players who didn’t know one another and will be interviewing the 85 kids (and teachers) at the end of the season in April to see how it worked out.

The kids don’t know they’re part of this experiment, he said.“They just enjoy the game.”

While some educators, including well-known American lecturer Alfie Kohn, decry competition in education, Mariotti has found that the PHL, with its competitive standings and trophy — made of recycled bottles, bowls, tape and aluminum foil — brings students

Above left: Natalie, Lucia, Jenna, Matthew, Jason, Brandon and Faith wait for teacher Dan Mariotti to drop the puck during one of PHL’s lunchtime ball hockey matches. Above: Mariotti and a future PHLer walk down the hall of Porter Street elementary school. The Grade 3 had hoped to suit up for a PHL game, which is for Grades 4 and 5 kids. Left: Luke, who plays for Edmonton in the PHL, and Matthew, who plays for the Canucks, raise the PHL cup.

together.The teams get NHL names and although teams are balanced with experienced and inexperienced players, the standings are posted, and the scores, goals and assists announced in a morning sports report over the PA

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In an interview, Sultan acknowledged that the funding is a modest effort to bolster volunteer efforts.

“It is a beginning step, but it also reflects the fact that this problem can not be solved top-down,” Sultan said.

“It will have to be solved bottom-up by mobilizing many different organizations around the province.”

The B.C. government also provided $1.4 million last year to the B.C. Association of Community Response Networks, for prevention and education to reduce elder abuse and neglect.

Katrine Conroy, NDP critic for seniors, said she agrees with extra support for the information line, which is supported by lawyers and other experts to help seniors find help.

“Anything that’s done to eliminate elder abuse is a good thing,” Conroy said.“The community resource networks are really good organizations.”

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VICTORIA – The B.C. government announced this week a $1-million boost to its seniors’ abuse protection programs, including extending the hours for a hotline to report suspicions of abuse or neglect.

Th e b u l k o f t h e funding is to allow the Vancouver-based Seniors Abuse and Information Line to extend its hours to 12 hours a day, seven days a week. It offers information, advice and emotional support for seniors and their friends and relatives who suspect elderly people are being abused or taken advantage of.

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Saanich councillor and former MLA Susan Brice, a volunteer with the seniors’ support organization Silver Threads, said members see cases of abuse frequently.

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Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts said she’s alarmed that an estimated 25% more trucks are using the free Pattullo Bridge since the province started charging tolls on the new Port Mann Bridge.

But those numbers are at odds with counts by the company that runs the Port Mann. The BC Trucking Association, which came up with the 25% estimate, said it doesn’t necessarily prove there has been a large diversion.

Watts said she received the estimate of trucks diverting to the Pattullo from the BCTA, which said it made the calculation based on city of Surrey traffic counts.

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An estimated 25% of trucks have switched to the Patullo Bridge since the province started charging tolls on the new Port Mann Bridge.

Critics of tolls on the new Port Mann had predicted a major shift in traffic to the free route once the toll bridge opened in December. The opening of the northern section of the South Fraser Perimeter Road has acted as a bypass, carrying toll-avoiding traffic most of the way to the Pattullo. Big rigs sometimes straddle both lanes over the Pattullo because the 75-year-old span is too narrow, compounding delays from heavy truck traffic.

Watts said part of the problem is heavy trucks haven’t been offered an introductory discount — regular drivers who signed up by February get half-price tolls all year — or the option of a reduced rate monthly pass

offered to other drivers.

Large trucks pay a full $9 per crossing, which some truckers estimate can add up to $12,000 a year.

“If there isn’t a monthly pass for large trucks — which there isn’t right now — then there has to be a discount,” Watts said. “We’re talking the economy, we’re talking the movement of goods.

So we have to deal with these issues.”

Watts noted truck traffic in the region is projected to grow steadily as Port Metro Vancouver expands and cargo shipments increase.

BC Tr u c k i n g Association vice-president Trace Acres said the increase in truck use at the Pattullo doesn’t necessarily prove there’s a large diversion from

the Port Mann but added truckers are carefully weighing the costs and benefits of different routes since the new tolls kicked in. Acres said the Transportation Investment Corp., the Crown corporation that administers the Port Mann, has committed to consider a monthly pass for heavy trucks in the months ahead.

“There was some concern the trucks weren’t being offered a discount in the same way smaller vehicles were,”he said.

TI Corp. spokesman Max Logan said Port Mann traffic counts show no evidence large numbers of trucks are diverting to the Pattullo.

“Those numbers aren’t consistent with what we’re seeing on the Port Mann Bridge right now,” Logan said. “Our truck numbers and our overall traffic volumes are consistent with what we saw before tolling started.”

In January, he said, 2.86 million vehicles crossed the bridge, compared to 2.9 million in the same month of 2012. Truck counts fluctuate more, he said, but range from 10,000 to 15,000 crossings a day.

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THE THINGS-TO-DO GUIDE: Chocolate tasting, hockey action and more Festival du Bois

MUSICAL The “lovely ladies” in Les Miserables at Riverside secondary school: top, Kiara Campbell and Savannah Maxwell; middle, Lina Paez, Meghan Kirk and Rebecca Rutherford; below, Tiana Muskego. janis Warren/the tricity neWs

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efore you hit the hay on Saturday night, spring the clocks an hour ahead as Daylight Saving begins Sunday at midnight. This is also a good time to check your smoke detector to see if it’s in working condition.

TODAY: Friday, March 8 A GO-GO

The Coquitlam Gogos will host a chocolate tasting party from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at The Outlet in Leigh Square Community Arts Village (2253 Leigh Sq., Port Coquitlam) to raise money for the Grandmothers to Grandmothers’ campaign by the Stephen Lewis Foundation. The event on International Women’s Day will also include African crafts for sale. Call 604-939-5216, email coquitlamgogos@gmail.com or visit www.greatervangogos.org.

HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA

River’s Edge Theatre’s Les Miserables has its final curtain call at 7:30 p.m. at Riverside secondary (2215 Reeve St., Port Coquitlam). Tickets at $10 are available by phoning the school at 604-941-6053 or at the door on the night of the performance.

Meanwhile, at Port Moody’s Heritage Woods secondary (1300 David Ave.), musical theatre students are staging Dirty Rotten Scoundrels tonight and tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. The show includes a live orchestra directed by Ingrid Gay. Tickets at $12/$10 are available at the door. And Archbishop Carney Theatre’s Father Knows Best runs tonight and tomorrow at the Terry Fox secondary (1260 Riverwood Gate, Port Coquitlam) at 7 p.m.

Tickets at $14 are available by calling 604-942-7465 or emailing tickets@acrss.org.

NET ACTION

Cheer on the Coquitlam Express Junior ‘A’ hockey club as it takes on the top Coastal Conference team (Surrey) at the Poirier Sports and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) at 7 p.m.Visit coquitlamexpress.ca.

Saturday, March 9 GEAR SALE

Looking for a tricycle for your tot? What about hockey gear for your teen? KidSport Tri-Cities has it all at its spring usedequipment sale today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Riverside secondary (2215 Reeve St., Port Coquitlam). Admission is by donation or with an item to the food bank. Proceeds will subsidize sports registration fees for Tri-City children from low-income families.Visit kidsporttricities.ca.

EN FRANÇAIS

The Tri-City chapter of Canadian Parents for French presents Rendez-vous de la Francophonie from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at SilverCity Theatres (170 Schoolhouse St., Coquitlam), featuring six short films highlighting six territories and provinces of Canada.Visit www.cpf.bc.ca/tricities.

MORE ‘DU BOIS’

Thousands of revellers were at last weekend’s Festival du Bois in Coquitlam and the party continues tonight at 8 p.m. with a special show by Cécile Doo-Kingué at Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam). The guitarist and vocalist is one of Montreal’s most electrifying musicians. Tickets are $12 at the door. Call 604-515-7070.

SING US A SONG

A Juno-nominated vocal group will sing its blend of jazz

and pop a cappella in Coquitlam tonight at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way). Cadence — a Toronto band made up of Carl Berger (baritone and bass), Ross Lynde (tenor), Lucas Marchand (tenor) and Kurt Sampson (bass and vocal percussion) — will perform at 8 p.m. Tickets at $35/$30/$15 can be bought by calling the ECC box office at 604927-6555 or visiting www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

IMAGINE!

Last year’s IMAGINE raised more than $100,000 for the Share society and organizers are hoping to meet — or beat — that fundraising goal at its gala to support local social programs and services. Taste dishes and take in a live performance from the Underground Circus.Visit imagine.sharesociety.ca.

Sunday, March 10 GROOVY

The sounds of bebop, bossa and blues will come from Port Coquitlam’s Terry Fox Theatre today at 2 p.m. as vocalist and composer Karin Plato takes to the stage as part of the city’s 14th annual Sunday Coffee Concerts series. Tickets are $12/$10/$5. For tickets, call 604-927-8400 or visit www.portcoquitlam.ca/leighsquare.

FOR THE KIDS

La Diva Malbouffa teaches kids about healthy eating — and opera! — at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre today at 2 p.m. The show is part of the facility’s family series. Tickets at $18/$14 can be bought by calling the ECC box office at 604-9276555 or visiting www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

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books plus: What’s on in Tri-City libraries

Women’s day and Wi-Fi Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

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• International Women’s Day: In honour of International Women’s Day, Coquitlam Public Library presents on March 11 (6:45 to 8:45 p.m.) Status Quo? The Unfinished Business of Feminism in Canada, a documentary from the National Film Board of Canada that asks how feminism has shaped society. Registration is required for this free program; leave a message at 604-937-4155.

• Friends sale: The Friends of the Library Book Drive is on March 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the City Centre branch parking lot. The Friends will collect books, DVDs and CDs in good condition for their Book Sale.

If people bring 10 books they can receive one free at the book sale in May. • Friends quiz: Friends

of the Library’s quiz night is set for Friday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the City Centre branch.You can participate in teams of eight — either form a group with seven friends or sign up individually and organizers will place you with a team. Proceeds from the fundraiser support literacy projects for children and adults living in Coquitlam, and the city’s new library.Tickets cost $25 each and include coffee, dessert and a chance to win draw prizes.

To buy tickets, or for more information, phone the library at 604-937-4130.

For information about any of these programs, visit library.coquitlam.bc.ca.

The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.

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• Read-along online: Tumblereadables/Tumble Book Cloud features a large online collection of classic books, teen titles and graphic novels for students in kindergarten to Grade 12. Reluctant readers and ESL learners can follow highlighted sentences in special“read-along”versions

voiced by professional narrators. Stronger readers can explore new books and ideas. Many titles include teacher guides, quizzes and the recommended reading level. Tumble Book Cloud can be accessed with your Port Moody library card online from any computer or mobile device. Get started at the “Digital Content”menu on the PMPL website.

• Play and Learn Panels: Share some play time with your child in the children’s area on a rainy day; there are 10 interactive learning panels that provide hands-on learning for young children. Little ones love to turn the“Spin-A-Story” panel, make handprints on the heat-sensitive board and play with the magnetic letter board.

• Free Wi-Fi: Bring your laptop computer and work online at the library. Settle down by our cozy fireplace or if you want an individual desk and a closed door between you and the busy library space, try the Bob Brown study room. Wi-Fi is also available at all PMPL study carrels and in group study rooms.

Study space is in high demand, so arrive early for your preferred spot.

For more information, visit library.portmoody.ca or call 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.

TERRY FoX

• World Film Night: Come to the Terry Fox Library for an entertaining night of world cinema — outstanding, awardwinning films from around the globe. Friends of the Library will sell refreshments at the intermission.The second film in March is The White Ribbon (Germany, 2009), directed by Michael Haneke. Synopsis: Filmed in black and white, the movie darkly depicts society and family in a northern German village just before Second World War and according to Haneke is about“the origin of every type of terrorism, be it of political or religious nature.”

For more information, visit fvrl.bc.ca or the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page. Terry Fox Library is located 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. Phone 604-927-7999.

Trivia at library What was Port Coquitlam like 100 years ago?

What did people do for fun? Where did they go to school? What was Shaughnessy Street like?

You can find out at during a fun and interactive afternoon on Friday, March 22.

This is a chance to test your knowledge of historical artifacts for a chance to win a prize. After learning about the past, imagine what life will be like in 100 years and add your voice to the heritage society’s digital time capsule.

This special event to mark the city’s 100th anniversary is presented by the Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural Society and will take place at Terry Fox Library from 2 to 3 p.m.

For more information, visit Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Road, Port Coquitlam or call 604-927-7999.

Tri-Cities Champions for Young Children

Awards of Excellence

Presented by the Tri-Cities ECD Committee Do you know someone who has made a difference in improving the lives of children and their families in the Tri-Cities?

It could be a doctor, a child care provider, a neighbour, a parent, a business or an organization.

Nominations close March 25, 2013!

Someone who: Demonstrates through work or volunteer efforts a genuine commitment to providing a better future for our children Works with others to raise awareness about early childhood development and young children Believes in building strong families Demonstrates leadership in the community by having a positive impact on the lives of young children Nomination forms can be downloaded from www.tricitiesecd.ca.

For more information, please contact Susan Foster at susan.foster@fraserhealth.ca.

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Are you on the voters list?

Elections BC is conducting an enumeration and updating the voters list for the May 2013 Provincial General Election. Are you registered to vote?

It’s easy. It’s convenient. You have choices. Be ready.

Your choices to register to vote or update your voter information are: Online Register or update your information on Elections BC’s Online Voter Registration (OVR) system 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at elections.bc.ca/ovr. You need a B.C. Driver’s Licence or a Social Insurance Number to use the system.

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By Phone Call Elections BC toll-free at 1-800-661-8683, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturdays.

In Your Community From March 6 – 23, temporary voter registration opportunities are at hundreds of locations throughout the province.

View electoral district voter registration opportunities at: elections.bc.ca/registration-opportunities.

Is there someone registered at your address who no longer lives there?

Call Elections BC or go to elections.bc.ca/remove to have them removed from your address.

Who can register?

You are eligible to register to vote if you: . are a Canadian citizen, . are 18 or older, . have lived in B.C. for the past six months.

Election workers required: Over 37,000 election workers are needed to work for the May 2013 Provincial General Election. View available postings at elections.bc.ca/jobs.

B.C. voters can also register or update their information when they go to vote in the May 2013 Provincial General Election.

Elections BC is a non-partisan Office of the Legislature responsible for administering the Election Act, the Recall and Initiative Act, and the conduct of referenda under the Referendum Act .

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The herons of Colony Farm, alone & together green scene Elaine Golds

On Sunday, March 17 and Saturday, March 23, volunteers from the Colony Farm Park Association and Burke Mountain Naturalists will lead public nature walks at Colony Farm Regional Park with a focus on the activities of the herons. These walks, which will leave from the parking lot at the end of Colony Farm Road in Coquitlam, will start at 10 a.m. and last for approximately two hours. The walks are free of charge and suitable for all ages; registration is not required. Later in the season, on International Migratory Bird Day on May 11, another family nature walk will be offered at Colony Farm Park. For additional information and updates, visit www.bmn.bc.ca.

Habitat is key to herons’ presence

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the winter, when water freezes, the herons switch to old field habitat to search for food.

Throughout the winter months, volunteers with the Colony Farm Park Association monitor the activity of herons in the fields at the park.

Knowing which fields are used by the herons helps park staff to make

decisions about field management.

The main source of food for herons in the tall grass meadows is deer mice, voles and frogs, which are also predated upon by owls, hawks and harriers. Hunting is typically a solitary activity, with each heron carefully guarding its own territory.

Elaine Golds is a Port Moody environmentalist who is vice-president of Burke Mountain Naturalists, chair of the Colony Farm Park Association and past president of the PoMo Ecological Society.

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As part of this work, helicopters are required and currently in service in some areas. The contractor has obtained the necessary permits and permissions and is in compliance with Transport Canada requirements.

Wherever possible, helicopters follow routes and schedules that minimize disturbances to residents.

The ILM project will expand the capacity of the transmission system that brings power from generation sources in the North and Southern Interior so that BC Hydro can continue to deliver clean and reliable energy to homes and businesses in the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.

The new 247 kilometre 500 kilovolt transmission line will parallel an existing 500 kilovolt transmission line between the Nicola Substation near Merritt and the Meridian Substation on Westwood Plateau in Coquitlam.

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edge. There is evidence these tall grass meadows were, in part, created

by First Nations, which set infrequent fires to promote the growth of berry-producing shrubs, on which they relied for food. Although herons are more typically observed predating on fish or salamanders in shallow water, during

wood forest at the mouth of the Coquitlam River.

Soon after that, nestbuilding activity begins in earnest and herons can be observed carrying relatively large twigs to their nest site.

The species of great blue herons in this part of B.C. is a unique subspecies that does not undertake long migrations south every winter.

Because their numbers are limited, they are considered to be a species at risk in British Columbia.

In the Lower Mainland, these herons tend to nest in large colonies, typically in cottonwood forests close to the water’s edge. Because urban development and industrial activities have resulted in the loss of many forested areas

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At the height of the mating season, the bill and legs of a great blue heron can turn a bright orange. Herons are a common sight at Colony Farm Regional Park in Coquitlam.

But by early March, volunteers begin to notice a distinct change in the behaviour of the herons. As the nesting season approaches, these birds abandon their solitary habits and begin to congregate and, eventually, a large group of herons forms.

Unlike cranes, which dance and bow to one another, the behaviour of the herons is more like awkward teenagers at their first high school dance. The herons simply roost together in a large group for much of the day and there appears to be little evidence of any interaction between them. Finally, the herons move, as a group, toward their nesting site, which is close to Colony Farm Park in a large cotton-

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arch kicks off a series of nature walks at Coquitlam’s Colony Farm Regional Park with a focus on its birdlife.

This park attracts an impressive diversity of birds, including a number that are rarely found in the Lower Mainland.

One reason for this is its open meadows, termed “old-field habitat”by biologists. These meadows, in combination with some shallow water channels, ponds and riparian forests, attract approximately 200 species of birds to Colony Farm Park.

The old field habitat, somewhat reminiscent of the prairies and interspersed with shrubs, represents a type of habitat of which little is protected within Vancouver area parks.

Prior to European settlement in the region, the land at the edge of the Fraser River delta would have been mainly old field habitat merging into marsh at the water’s

along the Fraser River, there are few remaining areas capable of supporting a large heronry.

Often, herons have to compete with bald eagles and red-tailed hawks for suitable nesting sites, which sometimes leads to eagles predating upon the occasional heron chick.

The area where the herons nest at the mouth of the Coquitlam River has been protected as a Wildlife Management Area since 1995. When it was first protected, it supported a colony of herons with about 50 nests. Since then, it has grown in size and is now estimated to consist of approximately 110 nests.

During the time that the new Port Mann Bridge has been under construction, biologists have been hired to monitor this heronry to ensure construction activities do not disturb the herons on their nest site. This is resulted in valuable information being compiled about the site and annual success of each nesting season.

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Kind words and deeds for Pink Shirt Day

By Diane Strandberg The Tri-CiTy News

Dozens of schools, businesses and nonprofit groups painted the Tri-Cities pink last Wednesday in an effort to combat bullying.

Thousands of people across the region wore pink t-shirts with different anti-bullying messages and many raised money for the Amanda Todd Legacy Fund.

Carol Todd, the mother of Amanda Todd, a Port Coquitlam student who committed suicide in October after posting a video about her bullying experiences, was on hand for some of these events and said she was touched by the support.

In one instance, Todd said, she was approached by a man who said he was a bully as a youngster.

“He apologized, he was a bully and he regrets that he did that.

He’s raising two boys now and he’s trying to raise them to be kind and respectful. It was very emotional,” Todd said.

At Aspenwood elementary school, students wore pink t-shirts and presented Todd with a cheque for $1,220 from coins they collected in February, the

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PoCo Youth Services held a stop-bullying event on Feb. 27 with dozens of youth (left) learning about the impact of bullying and ways to combat it. Above: Jayden Linkletter of Kwayhquitlum middle school. Below, Carol Todd (centre) at the Kindness Rocks event at Gleneagle secondary. school’s Random Acts of Kindness month.

To d d a l s o c o l lected $3,000 from X-Club Fitness in Port Coquitlam, which held a fundraiser for the Amanda Todd Legacy Fund in February, and the Port Coquitlam Walmart and Theatrix presented Todd with cheques for $1,000 and $3,078 respectively, with Walmart following up with another cheque for $2,912.30 raised by selling bracelets and other anti-bullying materials

at the store during the month of February.

In all, more than $11,000 was donated to the Amanda Todd Legacy Fund, which is administered by the Vancouver Foundation and will be used to create education programs for youth and support youth with mental health issues.

Other events took place around the community last Tuesday and Wednesday, known as Pink Shirt Day. On Feb. 26, School

District 43 officials wore pink Love is Louder than Bullying t-shirts at a board of education meeting and the following day, Gleneagle secondary hosted a Kindness Rocks event attended by more than 4,000 students and sponsored by Coast Capital Savings.

Port Coquitlam Parks and Recreation Youth Services also held a stopbullying event with pinkthemed food, activities and a workshop for 25 youth in Grades 6 to 12 to teach them about the

impacts of bullying and ways to combat it.

The students took part in games that showcased the emotional effects and sense of aloneness bullying can cause and left with practical skills on how to deal with cyberbullying on Facebook.

They also learned about resources, including bc211.ca, which is a local information and resource hotline where youth can talk with a trained professional and be directed to services. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

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A stitch in time

Be part of PoCo 100 portrait project The Leigh Square Community Arts Village is looking for 25 people for its 100 Portraits Street Banner project.

The banner will feature the faces of 100 citizens, representing the 10 decades since Port Coquitlam was incorporated, putting the

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Shirley Wilson, left, and Catherine, 13, work on an embroidered piece for the Port Moody centennial wall hanging. dery, along with Avary and Casten Fawcett, said the stitch-in gave people an opportunity to contribute to a lasting piece of art.

“They’ll be able to see it and think, ‘I made a little

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bit of that,’” he said.

Stitchers’ names and their home towns will be recorded, then included in the book of people who have contributed to the wall hanging.

The stitch-in to create embroidered iconic images of the city continues daily from 2 to 4 p.m., until March 1 at Port Moody city hall. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

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The first day of the Port Moody stitch-in to create a centennial wall-hanging drew several looky-loos and a number of people who took up needles and threads to add their touch to the project.

Rose Kapp, who was on hand to oversee the project, encouraged people to contribute what they can, no matter what their skill level.

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Some people were happy to work diligently on a pattern for a few minutes while others were pleased if they were able to make a single stitch.

Rob Broughton, a visitor from Vancouver who tried his hand at embroi-

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

SATURDAY, MARCH 9

MARCH 12: DEEP-SEA ZOMBIES

• Canadian Parents for French, Tri-Cities chapter presents Rendez-vous de la Francophonie, 10:3011:30 a.m., SilverCity, Coquitlam, featuring six short films highlighting six territories and provinces of Canada. Info: www.cpf. bc.ca/tricities.

• Burke Mountain Naturalists’ March meeting, 7:30 p.m., in the hall of Como Lake United Church, Coquitlam. Speaker: marine biologist Sheila Byers, who will give a slide presentation taking us into the deep-sea world of zombie worms. Free to attend and all are welcome.

THURSDAY, MARCH 14

• Tri-City Christian Women’s Club’s Women’s Connection Luncheon, noon, Executive Inn, 405 North Rd., Coquitlam.

Feature: Elsie Giesbrecht – songs accompanied by guitar; speaker: Marilee Congo on “Living from the Inside Out.” Reservations

by March 11: Frieda, 604937-7198.

FRIDAY, MARCH 15

• Circle of Friends 50+ Singles Social Club, a group for 50+ singles looking for friendship and social events (dining, dancing, theatre, travel, walking/hiking etc.), meets, 7 p.m., at PoCo Legion #133, 2675 Shaughnessy St. to plan a calendar of events.

Info: Nina, 604-941-9032.

SATURDAY, MARCH 16

• Friends of the Coquitlam Public Library Society book drive, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in the parking lot of the City Centre branch, 1169 Pinetree Way; volunteers will be collecting used books, DVDs and CDs in good condition; bring 10 books and get one free at the Friends’ book sale in May. Info: friendsofcpl@library. coquitlam.bc.ca.

SUNDAY, MARCH 17

• Riverview Horticultural Centre Society will hold its first guided tree tour of 2013 on the Riverview Hospital grounds, meeting at 1 p.m. at the upper entrance of the Henry Esson Young Building. For a site map, visit www.rhcs.org.

Info: 604-290-9910.

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• Royal Canadian Legion Port Coquitlam Branch 133 invites all Canadian Forces Veterans of WWII, Korea and Afghanistan to join in PoCo May Day Parade on May 11. Vets will parade with members of PoCo Legion Pipe Band, the Legion Colour Party, 777 Neptune Squadron Air Cadets and Band, Seaforth Highlanders Army Cadets and other veterans. If you are unable to march, you will be assigned to golf carts provided by local businesses. Info: Phil Ranger, 604-942-8911 or legion133@yahoo.com.

• Free community in-

come tax preparation at RCCG Trinity Chapel 1932 Cameron Ave., PoCo) for single parents, individuals on income assistance, pensioners, new immigrants to Canada, students and low-income families. If you have received T4, T5007, T4AOAS, T4AP, T4E and have a gross income of $30,000 or less for individuals and $40,000 for couples, you may qualify.

Tax preparation will start on March 2 and continue every Saturday, noon-6 p.m., until the end of April.

Info: trinitychapelcares@ gmail.com or trinitychapel_rccg@yahoo.com.

• Reunion 2013 planned for Centennial secondary school. Details at www.members.shaw.ca/ Centennial2013 or Wilfred, 250-756-0864.

• Tri-City Transitions is hosting Learning to Be the Best I Can Be, an ongoing peer support group for women who have experienced abuse or family conflict. Topics include: the impact of abuse, selfesteem, communication, listening skills and more, including ideas suggested by participants For more information or registration, call 604-941-6311.

• Tri-City Transitions’ free Children Who Witness Abuse Program provides individual and group counselling for children ages 3 through 18 who have lived in a family where they have been witness to physical, emotional, mental or verbal abuse. Through support, education and counselling children will have the opportunity to heal the emotional wounds of relationship violence, build self-esteem and to stop the intergenerational cycle of abuse. Info: 604-9417111.

• The Family Resource Centre, located at Minnekhada middle school in Port Coquitlam, offers affordable Multi-sensory and Math Tutoring for students aged five and up. Mentoring programs for girls and boys are also available for older children/young teens.

Registration is ongoing and programs run throughout the school year.

Various times and days are available. Info at www. ldafn.com or by email at frcdistrict43@gmail.com.

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This Scouting group meets at Baker Drive elementary school, 885 Baker Dr., Coquitlam. Info: casanna@ shaw.ca.

• Girl Guides takes registrations on an ongoing basis for Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, Rangers and adult women volunteers. Training and mentoring available for new volunteers. Info: www. girlguides.ca or call 1-800565-8111.

• Kiddies Korner Preschool still has spaces available. Info: 604-9414919 or info@kkp.ca.

• Tri-City Transitions is hosting My Money, My Choices: Financial Education for Women, a free program designed to empower women survivors of domestic violence. The program focus is to increase women’s economic participation and self-sufficiency through financial education and skill. Info and registration: 604-9416311 • Tri-City Transitions is offering groups for both parents and children who are going through separation and divorce. Groups will help children cope with this confusing time and understand their feelings.

Info: Kathy, 604-941-7111, Ext. 106.

CLUBS • Circle of Friends is a social group for 50+ fun singles who are looking to meet new friends and participate in social events.

Group meets at 7 p.m. on the third Friday of each month at the PoCo Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St. Info: Nina, 604-941-9032.

• Euchre Club meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St., PoCo. Info: Bev, 604-9428911.

• Tri-City Speakers Toastmasters Club meets Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m., Douglas College, David Lam Campus, main building, Room B2050, 1250 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam; you can drop in for an evening to experience the effective communications

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• Tri-City Singles Social Club offers an opportunity for 40+ singles to get together and enjoy a variety of fun activities such as dining, theatre, travel, bowling and more. Meetings are normally held on the third Friday of each month at the Royal Canadian Legion, 2513 Clarke St., Port Moody. New members are welcome. Info: Louise, 604-941-8897 or Darline, 604-466-0017, or tricityclub@gmail.com.

• Fear speaking to a group? Get self-confidence and speaking skills as the Tri-Cities only noon-hour Toastmasters club meets at Coquitlam city hall every Tuesday, noon-1 p.m.

Guests and visitors welcome. Info: tottcoquitlam. toastmastersclubs.org or Brad, 604-418-2393.

• Lincoln Toastmasters meets from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Hyde Creek rec centre, 1379 Laurier Ave., PoCo (Room 3, upstairs).

Improve your self-confidence, communication and leadership skills through public speaking; new members welcome. Information: http://6399.toastmastersclubs.org.

• Friends of Coquitlam Public Library meet on the second Saturday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the boardroom, Poirier Branch.

Info: 604-937-4130.

• PoMo Men’s 55-plus Curling League is looking for players who would like to curl regularly or as a spare; league runs Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-noon.

Info: Phil, 604-468-2801 or Tony, 604-461-5901.

• Morningside Toastmasters meetings are held Thursdays, 7-8:30 a.m., at Burkeview Family Funeral Home, 1340 Dominion Ave., PoCo. Club is looking for new members who are committed to improving their public speaking, leadership and communication skills. Info: lindakozina@gmail.com or www.morningsidetoastmasters.ca.

• Do you want to improve your public speaking skills or practice hosting a meeting in a friendly environment? City of the Arts Toastmaster Club meets Thursdays, 5:30-7 p.m., Port Moody city hall, 100 Newport Dr. Club provides opportunities to practise your communication and leadership skills.

Guests and new members welcome. Info: Andrew at andrew_geider@hotmail. com or www.cityartstoastmasters.com.

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continued from page A27 • Dogwood Photography Group meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month, 7-9 p.m., at Coquitlam’s Dogwood Pavilion. Club members must be members of Dogwood Pavilion; professionals and novices alike are welcome. Info: Arcadia, 604-936-2263 or artistarcadi@gmail.com.

• Barnet Lions Club meets first and third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., Coquitlam Grill restaurant, 2635 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-6447194 or arnetlions.com.

• Tri-City Photography Club meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month (except holidays) at 7:30 p.m. at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., PoMo. The club is a great way to hone your skills and meet other photographers of all levels.

Group also has photography outings throughout the Lower Mainland. Info: Grant, 604-671-8458.

• Learn to square dance with the Ocean Waves Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Kyle Centre, 123 Kyle St., Port Moody. Info: Penney, 604-463-1477 or www. oceanwaves.squaredance. bc.ca • New Toastmaster club: Are you interested in having fun while developing communication and leadership skills? Would you like to be able to deliver a powerful toast at a wedding or a memorable speech, or learn to lead a team more effectively? This is your opportunity to be a charter member of the new RP2 Toastmaster Club. The club will meet Wednesdays 7-9 p.m. at Port Moody rec complex. Info: Gene, 604 230-8030 or genevickers@ hotmail.com.

• Dogwood and Glen Pine Seniors’ Softball Association seeks players for a new, competitive co-ed team, ages 50+; this team plays in the daytime.

Info: Rick, 604-937-5446.

• Apex Netball Club is held Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hillcrest middle school, 2161 Regan Ave., Coquitlam for women and girls of all ages. Beginners welcome. Info: Wendy, 604552-3219.

• Do you want to improve your ability to speak?

Check out Rocky Point Toastmasters. Meetings are held Mondays, 7-9:15 p.m. (guests please show up 15 minutes early) at PoMo city hall. Info: rockypoint.freetoasthost.net.

• Pocomo Hiking Club invites people to join Saturday hikes starting at 9:30 a.m. from the Rocky Point Park parking lot. Info: Maurina, pocomohiking@ hotmail.com.

• Grab a friend or come out to meet some new ones with the Recreation Unlimited Volleyball Club, an adult group of recreational level players who play at Hillcrest middle school gym every Wednesday, 8-10 p.m. Fun is the focus, so even if you haven’t played in years you will be welcome. Info: Gary, 604-469-6389.

• Singles over-45 walking group meets Saturdays, 9:15 a.m. at Pitt Meadows rec centre for walks in TriCities and Ridge Meadows areas. Info: Graham, 604464-1839.

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• Dogwood Drama Club meets every Monday and Thursday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. New members are always welcome for acting roles or backstage crew. Info: Dale, 604-939-6172.

• Super Strikers Youth Cricket Club plays at Mackin Park in Coquitlam; all levels welcome, including handball cricket for U16 and U14 and kanga

(softball) cricket for U10.

Info: 604-461-2522 or kittybridgens@yahoo.ca.

• Coquitlam Lawn Bowling Club is looking for new members. The bowl-

ing green and clubhouse are next door to Dogwood Pavilion and rose garden, located at 624 Poirier St. Membership is $90 per year and includes use of practice bowls, exercise, clean air, sunshine and friendship. Info: 604-9316711. Leave your name and phone number and an instructor will contact you with lesson dates and times. Games are scheduled on a drop-in basis.

to SuBmit an item: email: newsroom@tricitynews.com • Port Coquitlam Elks Lodge 49 meets first and third Thursdays at 8 p.m. it Elks Hall, 2272 Leigh Sq. Elks are looking for new members. Group provides community service to young people and seniors in the Tri-Cities and beyond. Info: Ed, 604-9450880 or 604-942-1345.

• Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition, Tri-Cities Committee, meets the first Tuesday of each month, 7

p.m., Port Moody city hall.

If you ride your bike in the Tri-Cities, meet and work with other cyclists to help improve cycling facilities in the area. New participants always welcome. Info: John, 604-469-0361 or jseinen@shaw.ca.

• Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets first and third Tuesdays of each month, noon-3 p.m. plus first and third Thursdays, 7-9:30 p.m., Howe Room,

Poirier community centre.

Members do needlework, embroidery, needlepoint, cross-stitch, knitting, crochet and much more; new members welcome. Info: Maureen, 604-942-5457.

• Happy Wanderers Walking Club welcomes all singles 45 and older for walks in the Tri-Cities and Ridge Meadows areas; meet every Saturday at 9:15 a.m. Info: Marilyn, 604-463-8874.

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A New Westminster Police officer who spent his final days at Port Moody’s Crossroads Hospice was remembered by his former colleagues recently. The police department donated $20,000 to the society — money that was swung in through its annual Keith Logan Memorial Golf Tournament. Logan, who died from cancer in 2007, was a 17-year cop who help to start the Municipal Undercover Program. To date, the tourney has raised $60,000 for Crossroads.

TOP: Physicians at Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster, which also serves the Tri-Cities, took time out of their jobs to raise funds at the institution’s 150-year reunion for medical staff. The $2,000 will go to support the neonatal intensive care and cardiology programs at RCH. From left to right are Linda Curtis (chair of RCH medical staff); Jeff Dresselhuis (chair of the Westminster Medical Association); Zenon Cieslak (neonatologist); Mudaffer Al-Mudaffer (neonatologist); Jorge Bonet (cardiologist); and Lawrence Turner (surgeon).

BELOW: Jen Fahey, right, m a n a ge r o f t h e Po r t Coquitlam Vancity Credit Union, presented $10,000 to the Institute of Urban Ecology at Douglas College.

The money will support the UNIBUG project that sees community gardeners partner with IUE on researching alternatives to chemical pesticides in urban gardens.

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SENIORS’ CALENDAR • Share is running a free seniors’ support group for people 60+ wanting to meet others and talk about things important to them. No group experience, no problem. Info and registration: Rhea, 604-937-6964.

• Dogwood Songsters meet every Monday, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Dogwood Pavilion; group also visits and entertains at seniors’ facilities weekly. If you love to sing, you can join. Info: 778-285-4873 or 604-4642252.

• Silver Chord Choir, for those over 50, meets Mondays, 3-5 p.m., Wilson Centre, PoCo; if you love to sing and have fun, you can join – no auditions. The choir, which has been going for 43 years, sings twice a month at seniors’ residences in the Tri-Cities and at other events. Info: Teresa, 604-942-5144 or Ann, 604-464-5580.

• New Age Seniors bingo every Friday, 1 p.m., Mike Butler Room, Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam; consists of 15 games (5 cents per card).

New players welcome. Info: Betty, 604-936-6300.

• New Age Seniors (Branch 108 BCOAPO) meet the first Wednesday of every month, 1 p.m., Centennial Room, Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: Catherine, 604-937-7537.

• Glen Pine Pavilion seniors’ rec centre slow-pitch club is looking for men 55 and older and women 50 and older. It is not necessary to have participated in organized ball in your past life, just have some knowledge of the game. Age is not a factor as long as you can still make it around the bases. Practices and games are on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

Practices and home games are played at Coquitlam Town Centre field and will start as soon as weather permits. Info: Len, 604-941-0081 or lenraili@shaw. ca.

• Seniors meet every Friday, 12:30-2:30 p.m., to do fun group activities including physical fitness exercises, games, storytelling, local tours and recipe sharing. All women and men 50 or older are welcome at Share Family and Community Services’ Mountain View Family Resource Centre, 699 Robinson St., Coquitlam (corner of Smith Avenue and Robinson Street). Info: Gina, 604-937-6970.

• The Alzheimer Society of BC has two active support groups in the Tri-Cities. One meets on the second Wednesday of each month, the other meets on the last Wednesday of each month. People who are interested in participating in a caregiver support group should call Dorothy Leclair at 604-298-0780.

• Glen Pine 50Plus group plays bridge Mondays, 12:45-3:30 p.m., Tuesdays, 9:30-11:45 a.m. at Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-927-6940.

• WHO (Women Helping Others), for women who are on their own, meets Mondays, 1-3 p.m., Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam (behind city hall). Info: Kay, 604-469-5815.

• Caregiver support group meets second and fourth Friday of each month, Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: 604-9336098.

• Monthly seniors luncheon with Jewish entertainment, Burquest Jewish Community Centre, 2680 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Coquitlam. Info: 604-552-7221 or info@burquest.org.

• ABCs of Fraud, a consumer fraud prevention program for seniors, by seniors, gives free one-hour presentations to seniors groups of 10 or more. Info: 604-437-1940 or ceas@telus.net.

• Honeycombs, a group of people over 50 who entertain with song, dance and skits, meets Thursdays, 1 p.m., at Wilson Centre, PoCo. Performers plus prop, sound and stage hands needed. Info or show bookings: Frances, 604-941-1745.

• The Old Age Pensioners Organization is holds its monthly general meeting on the second Thursday of each month at the Wilson Centre at 1 p.m. Info: Ken Heys, 604-942-1440.

Over 50? Get assessed for osteoporosis risks

Men and women over the age of 50 are at risk for osteoporosis, a disease marked by reduced bone strength leading to an increased risk of fractured or broken bones, say B.C. physiotherapists.

Osteoporosis is the major underlying cause of fractures in postmenopausal women and in the elderly. Often, a fracture of the hip, spine, or wrist is the first sign.

Physiotherapy Association of BC is sharing its Physio-4 for osteoporosis, four tips on how to treat osteoporosis, to keep British Columbians moving for life.

“Therapeutic exercise, a well-balanced and nutritious diet that includes calcium and vitamin D can improve your bone health and strength,” Rebecca Tunnacliffe, the association’s CEO, said in a press release.“If you have been diagnosed or are at risk for osteoporosis, working with your physiotherapist to develop an individualized weight-bearing exercise program is a good first step.”

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• Know your fracture risk. Women and men over age 50 should be assessed for risk factors for osteoporosis and fracture to identify if they are at high risk. Osteoporosis occurs most commonly

in postmenopausal women but prevention of this condition should begin in one’s 20s. Men and women should perform resistancetype exercises throughout their lifetime to help reduce the decline in bone density.Your physiotherapist can establish a strengthening program with resistance exercises to suit your risk factor and help you to build stronger bones.

• Undertake weight-bearing exercise.

If you are diagnosed with low bone density or with osteoporosis, adopting a weight-bearing and strength-training exercise program will improve your bone health.

It has been shown that weight-bearing exercise also improves muscle strength and balance and helps improve physi-

cal function and reduce pain.

• Improve balance. You can prevent falls and fractures by following a therapeutic exercise program designed to improve balance and coordination.

This will also help to build bone density.

• Avoid repetitive bending and twisting.

Lifting or carrying loads that are disproportionate can be dangerous for those with low bone density.

The Physiotherapy Association of BC created the Physio-4 to share the expertise of its members.

Each month, on movingforlife.ca, four tips are provided to treat specific health or physical conditions that will help keep people fit and active.

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Food safety for older adults Health Canada is reminding Canadians of the importance of food safety for older adults.

As we age, it becomes harder for our immune systems to fight off harmful bacteria.

This means that older adults can come down with a serious illness if they eat contaminated food. To minimize the risks of food-borne illness, Health Canada says older adults and caregivers should follow the four key steps to food safety: cook, clean, chill and separate.

• Cook: Always cook food to the safe internal temperatures.You can check this by using a digital food thermometer. Colour alone is not a reliable indicator that meat is safe to eat. Meat can turn brown before all the bacteria are killed.

• Clean: Properly clean anything that comes in contact with the food (your hands, kitchen surfaces and utensils, reusable grocery bags, etc.).

This will help eliminate bacteria and reduce your risk of food-borne illness. In addition, fruits and vegetables should be washed under running water that is suitable for drinking.

• Chill: It is crucial to keep cold food cold and hot food hot so that your food never reaches the “temperature danger zone,”which is between 4 C and 60 C (40 F and 140 F). Defrosting raw meat, poultry and fish should be done in the refrigerator, in the microwave or immersed in cold water (replaced every 30 minutes), never at room temperature.

• Separate: It is important to always separate your raw foods, such as meat and eggs, from ready-to-eat foods, such as cooked meat and vegetables, to avoid cross-contamination.

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People’s Choice Award to be voted on by Metro Vancouver residents

GVHBA introduces new Ovation Award For the first time, the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association is asking people in Metro Vancouver to vote for their favourite new or renovated project with their People’s Choice Award. The new award will be handed out at the gala ceremony with the other categories on April 20.

To vote for the People’s Choice Award, visit your local Black Press newspaper site and click on the Contests link, or visit http://bit. ly/2013GVHBA. You are able to vote for your favourite project up to five times per day. Voting will end on March 24.

Voters will be entered to win a LUX 550 Cart Model barbecue valued at

$1,100, sponsored by FortisBC. The Ovation Awards are in their fourth year, and honour the best of the best in renovation, new-home construction and design. Among the finalists this year are My House Design/ Build Team, ParkLane Homes and Portrait Homes.

“High-quality home building and renovation are hugely important to the homeowners of Metro Vancouver,” says GVHBA CEO Bob de Wit. “The Ovation Awards recognize the industry’s leaders in innovation and excellence.”

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The modern bathrooms have their own porcelain tiles and polished quartz countertops, as well as a fantastic soaker tub and an enclosed glass shower in select ensuites.

Bosa is known for putting homeowners first, and this is readily apparent at Pacific Point. Little touches like full-size stacking washer and dryers and soft-close doors and drawers in the kitchen are simple things that make

everyone’s life easier (and quieter!)

On the property, homeowners will have access to a swimming pool, hot tub and steam room, as well as a huge fitness studio and yoga room and a lounge with a pool table.

Outside, everything you can possibly imagine is within walking distance, from dining at the amazing restaurants to shopping at a local boutique.

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Bosa Developments is bringing high sophistication to Yaletown with its newest offering, Pacific Point. Not only will buyers be able to experience all the benefits of living in such a vibrant neighbourhood, but they can also sleep soundly with the peace of mind that comes from purchasing a property from real estate icon Nat Bosa.

“It’s rare that Nat Bosa puts his name to something,” says George Wong of Magnum Projects. “This is one of those rare opportunities.”

Pacific Point started life as a rental property, but Bosa saw the opportunity to purchase the development and turn the homes into condominiums.

Everything in the suites is brand-new, including the appliances, decor and plumbing.

“This is the first thing that has caught his eye in a long time,” Wong says, adding “he fell in love with the location.”

Yaletown is the perfect place for couples and professionals of all ages who are looking to take advantage of the night life and entertainment that is located in the neighbourhood. Wong says that many of the people who have pre-registered to see the homes are current Yaletown residents, young couples and empty nesters.

“This is not only sophisticated Yaletown, but it’s grown-up Yaletown,” says Wong. “You cannot find something better.”

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This is not only sophisticated Yaletown, but it’s grown-up Yaletown,” says George Wong of Magnum Projects.

Pacific Point features 214 studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom homes in a variety of floorplans ranging from 450 to 1,680 square feet. One of the highlights of the homes is the simply gorgeous views from every suite of False Creek, George Wainborn Park, David Lam Park, English Bay and downtown Vancouver.

Inside, each condo is made for luxury, with high-end kitchens, elegant living areas and beautiful bathrooms.

The kitchens feature a quartzslab backsplash, polished quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances, complemented by undercabinet task lighting and imported Italian Armony Cucine cabinetry, which also appears in the bathrooms.

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f you love blueberries for their wonderful flavour, eat lots and keep eating them because they are one of the best natural health foods we have.

At the USDA Human Nutrition Centre, they have determined that when compared to 40 other fresh fruits and vegetables, blueberries are number one in antioxidant activity. In other words, they help neutralize harmful byproducts of metabolism called ‘free radicals’ which can lead to cancer and many age-related diseases.

Anthocyanin, the pigment that creates the blue colour in blueberries, is primarily responsible for the major health benefits. But there’s more. Researchers at Rutgers University in New Jersey have found a compound in blueberries that promotes urinary tract health and reduces the risk of infection. European and Japanese scientists have documented the relationship between anthocyanin and improved eyesight and the easing of eye fatigue.The American Chemical Society has released information about a substance in blueberries, called pterostilbene, which has the potential to lower cholesterol. Further USDA research has also found that various compounds in vacciniums are helpful in reducing obesity and heart disease.

There is a great deal of research now taking place on the many health benefits of blueberries but if you eat about a cup a day, you just might be the beneficiary of all kinds of good stuff.

Blueberry plants are just now available in garden stores and it’s a great time to plant. Blueberries are one of the easiest plants to grow. In spite of all you’ve heard about pollination, blueberries are technically self-fertile.

Production, however, is far better if two or more different varieties are planted.To say blueberries love acidic soil is an understatement. It is also important to choose a location that is rich in organic matter but be careful to avoid manures. When you plant blueberries, there are three things to keep in mind: drainage, drainage and drainage.They love lots of rain but it must get away quickly from the roots. As our local growers do, raise the beds by using fir or hemlock sawdust or bark mulch liberally worked into your soil.This will also put your pH level around 5 which is what blueberries love. As for nutrients, use liquid tranplanters (i.e Root Booster 5-155), not alkaline bone meal, when planting and apply a good slow release berry food (14-14-14) or even rhododendron and azalea food for great results.

There are genetic dwarf, low bush and high bush varieties of blueberry plants, so they can fit into almost any garden area. Don’t hesitate to blend them in with other acid-loving broad-leaved plants like rhododendrons, Pieris japonica orViburnum tinus.Treat your blueberry plants more as ornamentals rather than small fruits and use them as part of your landscaping. One plant by itself looks out of place but a grouping of three or five, placed close together, blends nicely into any planting.

For a real novelty, try a true dwarf variety called ‘Top Hat’.This compact strain seldom grows over 18 inches high and is well suited to bonsai pots. Granted, its flavour is not quite the same as some of the commercial varieties but its fruit still tastes good on cereal or over ice cream. A more flavourful low variety is the cute little ‘Brunswick’ that only grows six to eight inches high and two feet wide and is quite at home planted in a bed of heathers or dwarf conifers.‘Sunshine Blue’ is the new superstar for containers as it is evergreen, produces lots of delicious berries and looks fabulous.

Most blueberry varieties fall into early, mid or late season classifications. With our ideal growing area, I recommend planting one of each type to prolong the harvest period. Now you can stretch the season ever further by planting the extra early variety called ‘Spartan’ and the extra late one called ‘Elliot’. If you’re hung up on really big berries, then the largest in the world are the ‘Darrow’ and ‘Chandler’. Both have great flavour. Now available everywhere is the first pink variety called ‘Pink Lemonade’.To create an interesting and delicious combination, mix the pinks with the blues for a wow dessert.

The newest innovation is 3-in-1 blueberries, where early, midseason and late varieties are all planted together for longer harvesting. It’s a wonderful idea for containers or small space gardens.

Now is a great time to plant blueberries because you will often get a few berries the first year on more mature plants.They’re truly a wonderful addition to any garden and one of the very best health foods in the world.

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The Riverside Rapids are off to a strong start at this year’s girls AAA basketball provincial championships in Langley this week.

The team, which recently finished third in the Fraser Valley playoffs last week, defeated the Steveston-London Sharks 79-66 in the opening game of the B.C. tournament.

Riverside took the bulk of their points up close, scoring 32 from the paint, with their largest lead coming early in the first half when the club jumped ahead by 18 points. Fiona Beales led the team with 22 points and was 10 for 17 from the field, while forward Dani Antiginani put up 17 points in the game and was three for four at the free-throw line.

Meanwhile, Desha Puri had two steals and five assists in the game and was third in team scoring with 14 points.

Overall, the rapids were 42.7% from the field and had a threepoint percentage of 18.8.

The team took 11 points off of turnovers and managed 12 points from its bench players.

Riverside was expected to take on the South Kamloops Titans Thursday night at 5:15 p.m. after The Tri-City News’ deadline. The winner of that match moves on to the semifinals, which takes place on Friday, before the championship game gets underway on Saturday. For up to the minute scores go to www.langleyeventscentre.com/aaagirls. sports@tricitynews.com

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Riverside Rapids players Vanessa Gee defends against Steveston-London Shark forward Aliya Prasad during the first game of the B.C. High School Girls AAA Provincial Basketball Championships at the Langley Events Centre on Thursday night.

Centennial clinches title at B.C. curling championships Club takes title in its second year of existence

By Maria Spitale-Leisk The Tri-CiTy News

C o q u i t l a m ’ s Centennial secondary brought home their first provincial curling pennant this week.

Even more impressive is that it’s only the

second year the school has fielded a curling team in recent history. Centennial grads Lisa Mulzet, who now teaches at the school, and Debbie Carroll stepped up to the plate as coaches; both women curled for the school back in the 1980s.

“Schools with [curling] teams are few and far between,” said Mulzet. Added Carroll,

“We [Centennial] had no teams because we couldn’t get a teacher sponsor.”

At the same time, there was a group of five Centennial students experienced curlers, chomping at the bit to get a high school team together. The boys are members of the Coquitlam Curling Club, competing for Team Habkirk.

L a s t ye a r, w i t h Carroll and Mulzet as coaches, Centennial tied for third in the curling provincials.

Then, in February, the team won the Fraser Valley title after outscoring Surrey’s Lord Tweedsmuir.

“The boys just played outstanding in that game,”said Carroll. see CenTS, page 39

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Kento Sato and Nicholas Umbach sweep Zachar y Umbach’s rock at the BC High School Provincial Curling Championships in Kamloops this past weekend.

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Cents break tie in final end to win title continued from page 38

That win secured them a berth at the provincial curling championships in Kamloops last weekend.

After playing seven games over four days, Centennial was tied with two other schools for first place.

Fo r t u n a t e l y f o r Centennial, in a pregame practice, their team took the lowest accumulative draw to the button which gave them a bye, putting them through to the finals.

“We were ecstatic,” recalled Carroll. “We couldn’t believe it. It’s [the draw] hard to do among eight teams.”

The Centennial boys then sat back until the final match was set: They would play Va n c o u ve r I s l a n d ’ s Frances Kelsey secondary, a team that had beat Centennial in round robin play.

In the fourth end, half way through the game, the score was tied.

“We kept stealing,” said Carroll.

Tournament delays meant the two teams were still down on the ice when the awards banquet started. “ Th e r e we r e 1 8 0 people staring down at the kids through the upstairs glass,” said Carroll. There was a huge amount of pressure.”

Mulzet was equally impressed with how the boys carried themselves in the final ends of the game.

“As each player was about to throw, it was completely quiet in the rink and they knew that all those eyes were on them,” described Mulzet. “Despite all of that, the boys knew what they had to do and they made their shots.”

Carroll said the whole team played fantastic, noting the skip, Kyle Habkirk, called an excellent game, while the other players — Kento Sato, Ryan Harbrink and brothers Nicholas and Zac Umbach — focused really hard on making their shots. “ We r a n t h e m [Frances Kelsey] out of rocks in the last end.”

The final score of the game was 5-2 for Centennial. The boys returned to school proudly on Monday with their provincial pennant. Carroll heard from one of the player’s mothers that many students were shaking his hand.

“My hope is that it will kick start more high school students to

More curling for habkirk and crew Four members of the winning Centennial curling team are currently in Prince George competing in the 2013 Tim Hortons BC Juvenile Curling Championships from March 7-10.

Team Habkirk from the Coquitlam Curling Club is playing their first game today (Mar. 8).

When asked how the boys are feeling going into this tournament fresh off a win, Habkirk coach Debbie Carroll said the adrenaline is still running high.

“I really hope that it’s going to give them the energy and keep them focused,” said Carroll.

“We’ve done it [won] once, we can do it again.”

The team recently played in the Junior Provincials which were held at the Coquitlam Curling Club in January. Kyle Habkirk called it the “trifecta,” said his high school curling coach Lisa Mulzet.

“It’s very rare for a team to be able to compete in all three events in one season — and it speaks volumes for the work that Debbie Carroll has done with them as their community coach,” added Mulzet. take up curling,” said Carroll.

Centennial is steeped in curling history. Alumnus Brent P i e rc e wa s o n t h e team that won the 2000 Canadian Curling Championships. Carroll is confident the sport will stick around at the school for awhile. She’s

also trying to get a girls team going for next year.

“We actually have quite a few curlers coming up, siblings [of current Centennial players],” she said.

“Centennial should have a team for at least another five years.” sports@tricitynews.com

Coquitlam Edge’s Cassie Weimer takes control of the ball during U-16 BC Coastal Girls Soccer League Cup play last Sunday at Percy Perry Stadium. Coquitlam beat Pitt Meadows/Maple Ridge 2-1 and now advance to the quarter finals this Sunday at Dr. Charles Best secondary field.

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By Maria Spitale-Leisk The Tri-CiTy News

Coquitlam Metro Ford U-16 Edge celebrated their 2-1 BC Coastal Cup playoff win over West Coast Fuzion under blue skies at Percy Perry Stadium last Sunday.

The home team came out strong during the opening 20 minutes of the game, but couldn’t break through the Fuzion defense early, said Edge coach Mitch Weimer. Coquitam’s Liz

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Meanwhile, the Edge’s midfield players pushed the play hard into the Fuzion’s end on great setups by Rose Mendes, Cassie Weimer and Caitlyn Ledger.

“Edge finally broke the defense down on a spectacular right side run by Stewart as she caught the defenders flat footed, then froze the keeper and finished

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Edge will play Va n c o u v e r ’ s Ke n s i n g t o n - L i t t l e Mountain Cougars at 2 p.m. Sunday at Charles Best secondary field.

“They are a quality team who are well disciplined defensively and play a responsible but physical game,” said Weimer. “This will be a tough battle for us. We played them earlier in the season to a scoreless draw.” sports@tricitynews.com

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6196 1-49 Alder Dr

9250 4008-4048 Ayling St 731-940 Huber Dr 844-884 Lynwood Ave 4020-4049 Mars Pl 4050 Mars St 726-890 Victoria Dr

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

TRADES, TECHNICAL

8454 936-946 Como Lake Ave (even) 835-929 Grover Ave 728-740 Hailey St (even) 834-925 Regan Ave

9712 2787-2798 Doble Crt 1248-1278 Durant Dr (even) 1221 Kaiser St 2789-2852 Nash Dr 2803-2829 Rambler Way (odd)

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ARDENE is looking for an ASSISTANT MANAGER at Coquitlam Center. Apply now at www.ardene.com

6097 1-18 Laurel Pl 1-49 Wildwood Dr 8307 622-770 Austin Ave (even) 435-449 Guilby St (odd) 408-449 Selman St 624-763 Sydney Ave

PERSONAL SERVICES

1835 Mclean Avenue, Port Coquitlam O T: 604-945-7273 E: info@sunburststone.com O sunburststone.com O F: 604-945-7270

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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FENCING

ASHDOWN CONTRACTING custom cedar fencing/decks Quality you can afford 604-970-4732

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FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin.

Repairs, Staining. Free Est.. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-468-4117.

Whether it's comic books, dirt bikes or video

BAJ EXCAVATING DEMO, Sewer, storm, drainage, remove concrete & blacktop, old house drainage.

604-779-7816.

games you crave, you'll find

PEDRO’S Contracting & Drainage.

Landscaping, Water Lines & Cement work. Call 604-468-2919.

in the Classifieds!

something for the kid in you

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

Ph: 604-469-2331 281

GARDENING Prompt Delivery Available

7 Days / Week

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

(604)465-1311

meadowslandscapesupply.com

COQUITLAM LANDSCAPING ★ SPRING CLEANUP ★ S Yard Maintenance S Hedge Trimming ~ Tree Pruning S Lawn Cuts ~ Weeding

Fully Insured All Work Guaranteed.

Call John 778-867-8785

15% SENIORS DISCOUNT lawn cuts, aerating, leaf cleanup, pruning, hedge trimming, trees, 23 yrs. exp. Free est. Brad 778-552-3900

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GARDENING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287

LAWNS PLUS

RENO & REPAIR

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

MARK’S LAWN CARE Mowing lawns, hedge trimming, garbage removal and small handyman repairs. Free Est. 604-308-8073

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

NO JOB TOO SMALL! Renovations/Repairs/Building Emergency services available!

S Bathrooms S Basements S Suites S Decks / Sheds S Plumbing S Flooring / Tiles S Electrical S Interior Designing

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

Always! Landscaping Services, Pwr Raking, Delivery, Spreading, Yard &Rubbish cleanup 604.230.0627

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HOME REPAIRS

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MISC SERVICES

SBroken Concrete RocksS $23.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $23.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds $59.00 Per Ton

Meadows Landscape Supply

604-465-1311

Gary 604-339-5430 283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, 30 yrs exp., Prompt Prof. Service Simon 604-230-0627

5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Soffit *CLEANING *REPAIRS 28 YEARS EXPERIENCE

~ FULLY INSURED ~

Call Tim 604-612-5388

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BEST PAINTING. Int/Ext. Re-paint specialist. Repair/drywall. FREE ESTIMATES. 604-724-9953

PRO ✶ ACC PAINTING LTD - Est. 1989 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Starting $40/hr.

*30 years *Licensed *Insured

www.metrovanhome.ca

Clean & Organize: shop/garage/yrd odd jobs, small repairs, res/comm.

Pet Care. Gardening&Maint. Trustworthy & Friendly 778-839-3557

FURNACE SERVICE SPECIALISTS

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

Dean 604-834-3076

Repair & Maintenance Fast

Honest

Local

Serving Tri-Cities since 1988

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HOME REPAIRS

Chimo Furnace Service Ltd

Call: 604-936-5593 287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Additions, Home Improvements Restorations, Renovations, & New Construction.

Specializing in Concrete, Forming, Framing & Siding. 604-218-3064 A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 778-355-5840

PRESSURE WASHING

604-572-3733 T & K Haulaway

bradsjunkremoval.com

Hauling Anything..

But Dead Bodies!!

20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !

NO Headaches NO Surprises NO Excuses

604-728-5643

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

604.220.JUNK(5865) Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988

EXCEL ROOFING LTD.

AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

www.bcclassified.com

If I can’t do it It can’t be done Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 INTERIORS: Baths (renos/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc.

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

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

604-537-4140

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PLUMBING

360 PLUMBING & HEATING. Gas, plumbing, heating, reno’s, repairs.

20 years exp., reliable & courteous.

Lic’d. Bonded. Jack 778-835-4416 10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

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

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

GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362

FRIENDLY ROOFING LTD.

Roofing Specialist New roof, re-roof, repair.

Cedar shakes, shingle, torch on, tile, duroids.

Free estimates

778-246-0606

VELKO PAINTING Interior & Exterior 604-828-7703 25YRS EXP. CREW. WCB. Fully Ins. Comm/Res Int/Ext. Reasonable jerryspropaint.ca 604-250-7040

• Hvac Gas Fitting • Electrical *Free Est. *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service

604-475-7077

Certified, Insured & Bonded

Journeyman Call 604-345-0899

Find the car of your dreams www.bcclassified.com

Great Pyrenees pups, M/F, 11 weeks, 1st/2nd shot, parents on site. $500/ea. (604)798-5069

JUNK REMOVAL

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

Recycled Earth Friendly HOT TUBS ARE NO PROBLEM! On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

604.587.5865

ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso) P/B blues, ready to go, 1st shots, tails/dew claws done.

Ultimate family guardian $1000 (604)308-5665

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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

www.recycleitcanada.ca

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C & C Electrical Mechanical

RELIABLE & AFFORDABLE

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

RECYCLE-IT!

Always! Delivering Top Soil, Bark Mulch, Sand and Gravel, Spreading services. Simon 604-230-0627

FULL PLUMBING SERVICES

100% Heating & Plumbing 24/7

BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOGS, pure bred at Diesel Kennel, 3 male, $1500. each. Call (604)869-5073

CHEAP (778)997-5757, (604)587-5991

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

BERNESE Mountain Dog Puppies.

Vet checked with first shots and ready for loving homes. $975.

Langley area. 778-241-5504.

RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!

AFFORDABLE INT/EXT painting.

30 yrs exp. Refs. Free est. Keith 604-433-2279 or 604-777-1223.

WE’RE ON THE WEB Browse Classified Listings On-line

American Bulldog X adorable pups w/papers, med-lrg dogs. Fem $650 Male $850. Mike 778-230-3987

EXTRA

Specializing in Re-Roofs, New Roofs, Repairs. All kinds of roofing.

Free Est. (778)878-2617

LICENSED & INSURED ✶ Local & Long Distance ✶ ✶ Seniors Discount ✶

PETS

*Appliances *BBQs *Exercise Equip *Cars/Trucks/Trailers *Hotwater Tanks *Furnaces * Restaurant Equipment All FREE pickup!

Ph: 604-942-4383

Robert J. O’Brien

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FREE! Scrap Metal Removal...FREE!!!

BEST RATE MOVING

HANDYPERSONS

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Always! Power Washing, Window & Gutter cleaning, all your exterior cleaning needs. 604-230-0627

www.pro-accpainting.com

“JUST A GREAT JOB!”

PETS

Isaac 604-727-5232

F WCB, Insured, Licensed F Free Estimates F Many References F All Types of Painting

604-787-8061 283A

★ Disposal ★ Renovations Debris ★ Construction ★ Drywall Pickup ★ Demolition ★ 7 days/week ★ Free Estimates ★

HUNGRY PAINTERS ceiling, walls, trim, power washing Int/Ext Spray, Brush & Roll 604-467-2532

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable.

Rates. Different From the Rest.

604-721-4555.

• Kitchens • Bathrooms

RUBBISH REMOVAL

★ ★CALL NOW★ ★ LOW COST RUBBISH REMOVAL

MOVING & STORAGE

EXPERIENCED MOVERS W/ AFFORDABLE RATES

TREE SERVICES

604.562.0957 or 604.961.0324

GET the best for your moving 24/7 From $45/hr. Licensed & Insured.

Seniors Discount. 778-773-3737

604-949-1900 QUALITY RENOVATIONS

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Liability Insurance/BBB/10% off with ad

SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials.

Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

M.T. GUTTERS Professional Installation

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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

•New Roofs •Re-Roofs •Repairs

SPRING YARD MAINT. *Retaining Walls *Interlocking *Fencing *Drainage *Decking *New Lawns *Hedges 17 Years exp. - Work Guaranteed Cel:604-836-6519, 778-285-6510

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Eastcan Roofing & Siding

NICK’S

CARPENTRY & TILE WORK

Email: hoot&owl@telus.net

PLUMBING

Landscaping

Roof & Drywall Repairs Snow / Salting Rubbish Removal NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL

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LANDSCAPING

✶Dump Site Now Open✶

Reno’s/Additions/Kitchens

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Leaks, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Tiling, Painting, Caulking, Property Maintenance & Management. Jerry 604-720-0290

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HOOT & OWL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

SUNDECKS

Vinyl, Wood and Trex decks, Aluminum and Glass awnings, Wood,Aluminum & Glass Railings D FULLY INSURED D 100% Waterproof Up to 10 year warranty

PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, fawn Both parents approx 150 lbs. $950.

Call 604-302-2357

PUG avail for stud service. He is a rare silver male, purebred but not registered, $700 or puppy back.

Also Golden retriever (not reg.) avail for stud $600 (OFA hips and cert eyes) Mission 604-820-4827

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PET OBITUARIES

CALL 604-937-0203

IN MEMORY OF: JACKSON EDWARDS My Dear Sweet Jackson “My Baby Boy” Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-782-9108 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

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TREE SERVICES

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

On March 9, 2012, I had to put you to rest and it was the hardest thing that I had to do. I knew you were suffering and in pain but it broke my heart. I miss you each and every day and wish that I could see you just one more time.

You were my everything and will be forever in my heart - I will never forget how you always used to “smile” and “sneeze”.

Thanks for all of the memories and for making my life happy and complete!

With Love, Hugs and Kisses, your Mommy (Brenda)

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506

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TREE & STUMP removal done RIGHT! • Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates 604-787-5915/604-291-7778

www.treeworksonline.ca 10% OFF with this AD

APPLIANCES

POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Rebuilt*Washer*Dryer*Fridge*Stove Up to 1 Yr Warranty. Trade-in Avail.

FERTILIZERS

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

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FURNITURE

*NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell $200 ~ 604-484-0379

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FURNITURE

RENTALS 706

MATTRESSES starting at $99

REAL ESTATE 627

Large 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $810/mo. No subsidy.

Close to transit, schools, and shopping.

MISC. FOR SALE

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

HOMES WANTED

604.657.9422

APARTMENT/CONDO Derek Manor 2048 Manning Ave.

Port Coq ~ 604-941-5452 or 604-944-7889 FREE PREMIUM CABLE $80 Value

Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca COQUITLAM - 1 bdrm near Lougheed mall / skytrain, 533 Cottonwood, reno’d, adult bldg.

Clean, N/P, gated parking & video surveillance. $795/m incls. Heat & H/W. Avail. April. 1. Crime-Free Certified. Call: 604-937-7812 Visit: www.greatapartments.ca

WE BUY HOUSES Damaged House? Pretty House?

Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale?

We Will Buy Your House, Quick Cash & Private!

Mortgage Too High & House Won’t Sell? Can’t Make Payments?

We Lease Your House, Make Your Payments & Buy It Later!

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Bright 2 bdrm apt.

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

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APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS

Coquitlam Centre “Raphael Towers” 2 Bdrm apt $1240 1 Bdrm + den $960 *IN-SUITE W/D *GARBURATOR *ONSITE MANAGER *BEHIND COQ. CTR. MALL

• DIFFICULTY SELLING ? • Difficulty Making Payments?

No Equity? Expired Listing? Penalty?

We Take Over Payments! No Fees! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

S Impeccably clean S Heat Hot Water S Parking S Avl Now 1 bdrm. on Main Flr $790/mo

No pets ~ Ref’s req’d.

MAPLE RIDGE

1 & 2 Bdrms $790/$880 GREAT LOCATION

Queen Anne Apts.

COQUITLAM: Clean, quiet apt blk.

Suites to rent. Sorry no pets. Family owned & operated for 40 yrs.

(604)936-5755.

Clean, very quiet, large, INCLUDES: HEAT, HOT WATER & HYDRO Near Shopping & Amenities.

Call 604-464-4921

PORT COQUITLAM

1 Bdrm suite $775 2 Bdrm suite $895

COQUITLAM

RENTALS 700

RENT TO OWN

STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN! No Qualification Required!

FLEXIBLE TERMS! Cloverdale 60th &176th Spacious 742sf. 1 bdrm. Condo. Only $880/mo.

Option Fee Req. 604-657-9422

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2 Bedroom suite available immediately (heat and hot water included). Pet allowed.

APARTMENT/CONDO #1 IN RENTALS (Since 1990)

S Incl heat/hot wtr, wndw cvrngs S Close to bus stop S Walk to shpng/medical/WCE S Across from park w/Mtn views S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

604-464-3550

TOWNHOMES 3 Bedroom townhouse available immediately (heat and hot water included) with laundry hook up.

Pet allowed.

3 Bedroom townhouse available now (heat and hot water included) with laundry hook up.

Pet allowed.

Contact: Mihaela 604-600-4213

PORT COQUITLAM - Newly renovated, quiet secure bldg, walk to all amens, WC Exp - 3 Bdrms - avail April 1st.

- Lrg, bright, incl heat, h/water, f/s, priv balc, window coverings.

- Laundry & storage on ea floor.

- Plenty of pkng avail. No Pets.

- Wheelchair accessible

McALLISTER APARTMENTS

2232 McAllister Ave

Professional Property Management Services P.Meadows - Solaris Towers BRAND NEW UNITS AVAIL *1Bd+den. *2Bd+den. *3Bdrm.

Call 604-464-7548 Visit our website for other rentals: www.profile-properties.com $1200/1BR-580FT², 6th fl, SuterBrook Loft (Port Moody). 6th floor, 10’ ceiling, covered balcony, parking, guest pass, storage. Access to Aria club, gym, pool and more. 5 min from Rocky Point and Inlet.

Good for single or couple. Call (604)603-7069. From March. Dates are flex. Pets OK.

(604)941-7721 COQUITLAM Penthouse,Lafarge Lake 1400s/f, 2bd, 2bath, 2balc, hi-ceiling, h/wood, pool, gym. Gorgeous!!

Avail now. $2000/mo 604-808-4687 COQUITLAM

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PORT COQUITLAM; 2 Bdrm apt, $815, quiet complex, no pets, call 604-464-0034

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SECTION (200-300’S) This is where up to 1,000,000 readers, your potential customers will be looking for you.

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A short walk to Shopping Mall, schools and recreation.

TOWNHOUSES

Up To $ 50 Move-I 0 n Bonus

2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Call (604) 942-2012

Please call 604-451-6551 to confirm viewing.

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MAPLE RIDGE. 22577 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Avail April 1, 2013 currently known as Bowers Automotive Repairs is situated in the downtown core. This 3000 sq ft building boasts six bays, reception area, office and 2 bathrooms.

Terms of Lease: Negotiable @ $4,500 month plus triple net.

If required existing hoists, equipment and inventory are for sale till mid March.

For further info please contact, John Bowers, 1-250-724-3626 johnbowers@shaw.ca PORT COQUITLAM, 1500 - 3000 sq ft. Ground floor commercial area.

Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

COQUITLAM upper 3 bdrm duplex, completely remodelled, 1.5 baths, 4 appli’s, 2 decks, avail immed. $1400 + shrd utils. 604-785-5503.

PORT MOODY bright, very clean 3 bdr, w/1bdr inlaw ste, 1700s/f, 2 ba, w/d, awesome deck, 1 kitchen, f/p, ns/np, $1600 +utils. 604-283-9055.

HOMES FOR RENT

POCO, 3 bedroom Upper house, garage parking, yard, clean, spacious, laminate floors, washer, dryer, nice neighborhood and location. $1350/mo., no smokers and NO PETS. Available now. Michael 604 219-4694 between hours of 10 am and 8 pm WEST COQUITLAM 608 Adler Ave Single family 2300sf. two level house with new paint & carpet. lge fncd yard. Nr Lougheed Mall.

3 bdrm 1.5 baths upper flr; 2 bdrm, fam rm, bath, ldry rm lower flr. $2000/mo + utils. 3yr lease with City of Coquitlam. Refs & sec dep req’d. Pet ok. Avail now.

View by appt only (Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:40pm) 604-927-3581 Email: sjordan@coquitlam.ca

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STORAGE

Public Access Launch Ramp Outdoor Storage for Boats, RV’s, Cars, Trucks & Trailers Year Rental Moorage Fuel Dock W Onsite Manager

604.465.7713 750

SUITES, LOWER

COQUITLAM 1 bd g/l nr Lougheed /SFU, inste laundry & alarm, ns/np, $800 incl utils. Apr 1. 604-931-8308 COQUITLAM 3 bdrm fully reno’d, inste ldry, h/w flrs, Nr Ikea NS/NP Refs $975/mo 778-885-4010

www.coquitlampropertyrentals.ca

1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS ALSO AVAILABLE

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SUITES, LOWER

TRANSPORTATION 810

COQUITLAM behind the Vancouver Golf Course. Mar 1st. 1000 sq.ft. immaculate 2 bdrm ste. $1000/mo incl utils/cable, appls & W/D. N/S, N/P. Call 604-939-7745.

Coquitlam Blue Mt/Austin 2 bdrm $1000 incl utils cbl, inste ldry ns/np 604-939-2155, 604-537-1990 COQUITLAM. BRAND NEW bright 2 bdrm, 1000 s/f, 7 appls. Nr all amenities/bus stop. $1050 incl utils, cable, net, sec syst. 604-908-1843.

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

Coquitlam SE - 1 bdrm suite, brand new. n/s, n/p. Prefer mature single. $800/mo. (604)889-6636 COQUITLAM Westwood Plat. 2bdr 1700 s/f, 5 appls, ns/np, avail now. $1100/mo incl utils. 604-944-1177.

COQUITLAM WW Plateau. Bright grnd level 2 bdrm. Lndry incl. $900 N/S, N/P. Avail now. 604-808-2964.

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

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

PORT COQ lrg 1bdr g/lvl, new house cov’d patio, own heat cntrl. N/p.Now $800 incl utils/cable. 604-690-0564 PORT COQUITLAM 2 bdrm grnd lvl d/w, w/d, lam flrs, pri entry, $900 + 1/2 utils. Avl now. (604)464-4794 PORT COQUITLAM Maryhill.

Newly reno’d 1 bdrm+den, priv entr, 5appl, nr transit/elem schl. Avl now $1000/mo +utils. 604-464-2254.

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The Scrapper

SUITES, UPPER

COMO LAKE & Mariner - 3 bdrm, 2 full bths, lrg kitch, priv bckyd, 1200 sf+. Private parking. $1400/mo (604)939-1116 or 778-773-5977 PORT COQUITLAM Maryhill.Newly reno’d 3 bdrm upper, 5 appls, near transit & elem school. Avail immed. $1600/mo +utils. 604-464-2254.

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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

Pitt Meadows Marina

Rivers Inlet Rental Complex Coquitlam 1145 Inlet Street riversinletent@shaw.ca

RENTALS

COQUITLAM: 2 Bdrm townhouse, $965, quiet family complex, no pets call 604-942-2277.

MAPLE RIDGE 2 bdrm hse completely redone. Newer appl & flooring. Garage & shed on property. Lg yard. Nr Golden Ears bridge. Apr 1. $1250. 604-941-2243 / 942-7876

Rivers Inlet Family Townhomes

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A Safe, all ages community in POCO, close to schools and parks with shopping near by.

Great for families with Day Care and After School Care facilities right on the site! Pet friendly (some exceptions apply). No subsidies available. Your gross household income (before deductions) must be between $31,680 and $58,500. You also must be a family of one or more children to qualify.

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Call (604) 931-2670

2 B/R apts on Prairie Av, POCO. 4 units avail, 800-1000 sq. ft. $900-980/mth. Major appl, window blinds, repainted, hardwood fl.1 min to banks, s/market, laundromat n many other amenities. No pets.

778 865 5155.

TOWNHOUSES

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.

$1300, 1 BR, 650 sq.ft. Suterbrook (Port Moody) 22nd floor w/view, parking/storage/gym, 1 year lease call (604) 971-2111 for viewing

Thursday & Friday, MARCH 7 & 8 BETWEEN 11 am - 3 pm Saturday, MARCH 9TH BETWEEN 12 noon - 4 pm & Sunday, March 17th BETWEEN 12 noon - 4 pm

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings

515-525 Foster Avenue

OPEN HOUSE

604-463-7450 604-463-2236

2865 Packard Ave. Now accepting applications for 1 & 2 bdrm apartments.

Share purchase required.

No Subsidies avail.

Medallion Court Apt / Townhomes

PORT COQUITLAM

* Renovated Suites *

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Local women’s conference and charity gala inspires women from all walks of life on March 9

phia Financial Group, will offer up some of the best tips for women to become money wise and financially independent.

VANCOUVER – Achieve Radiance Events & Communications, a volunteer network of local women who came together to inspire women and give back through philanthropy, is proud to invite Vancouver women to its upcoming women’s gala conference, Glow: A Women’s Evening of Change and Celebration, on March 9, 2013, at the Sheraton Wall Centre, one day after International Women’s Day.

And to spice things up, there is speaker Allison Braun, a.k.a. the Bedroom Joyologist, who helps women (often with a religious background or who have been living for others approval) let go of guilt and sexual suppression so they can experience the deep connection they desire with their partner.

A Women’s Evening of Change and Celebration

The evening will be led by vivacious emcee Monica Morong Following the sold-out success of its first Glow event last (a.k.a. World Hip Hop Mom), a conscious mom rapper “And that’s what our network of women is working For Immediate Release June in Coquitlam, Achieve Radiance brings together antoward as well. Glow is part of a movement to evolve how who is on a mission to make mainstream rap music more other vibrant ladies’ night that donates proceeds to a local meaningful and inspirational for our youth. we see ourselves and what it means to be a woman today. women’s charity, while inspiring women to become the Celebrate International Women’s Day at Glow!

Women can be strong, successful, feminine and sexy all at A silent auction, martini bar, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, best versions of themselves in all aspects of their lives. once. Feminism no longer means changing or denying asdancing and DJ will round out the evening. pects ofand ourselves togala fit into a malewomen world. We areall promowomen’s charity inspires from walks of life on March 9 “No other event focuses on empoweringLocal women in all conference The charity benefiting from the Vancouver evening is ting a movement to celebrate the ‘complete woman,’ and their myriad roles, from career woman to mother and Beauty Night, a nonprofit organization that builds self-esinspire others like–us to become more positive, wife,” says Achieve Radiance founder Mandi Sellers,BC, who(February is VANCOUVER, 21, 2013) Achieve Radiance Eventssuccessful, & Communications, a volunteer teem of women and youth living in poverty through three healthy and happy.” a Vancouver-area entrepreneur, and presidentof andlocal CEO ofwomen network who came together to inspire women and streams give back through wellness, life skills development of programming: Com-Tech Learning Solutions. philanthropy, is proud to Theinvite MarchVancouver 9 event itself women is a dynamic of semto combination its upcoming women’s gala conference, and makeovers. inar, tradeshow and charity gala, highlighted by an exciting “And what better time to hold such an event than the day Glow: A Women’s Evening of Change and Celebration, on March 9, 2013, at the Sheraton Wall For more information on the event, to buy tickets or to speakers’ series, with a trio of experts who will share after International Women’s Day Centre, [March 8]?” adds Sellers. one day after International Women’s Day. become a sponsor, see www.achieveradiance.com/glow. stories and tips aimed at helping women live with more joy, International Women’s Day was proclaimed in 1977 by the fulfilment and empowerment.

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Local businesswoman moves into philanthropy with women as the focus

Mandi Sellers is one of those entrepreneur types who is always looking to do more. As the president and CEO of Com-Tech Learning Solutions in Vancouver, she’s already a busy professional holding educational workshops and training for corporate clients, but when a new idea came to her in a dream, Sellers, like a typical entrepreneur, couldn’t ignore it.

“I had a dream where a group of confident, positive, happy women seemed to have the answers to finding personal fulfillment,” explains Sellers. “When I woke up, I realized that not only did I want to evolve myself to be like those women in my dream — in everything from my career and family life to health and image — but I wanted to help other women do the same.”

The idea to hold a local women’s conference came together quickly after that. She put a call out to her friends and associates to seek other women who wanted to get involved.

“I was amazed by the response. I thought that I have obviously hit a real need among women,” says the mother of two girls. “There are so many women out there who are looking for more out of their lives.”

She adds that it’s easy to get bogged down in the daily responsibilities of being a professional, mother and wife, but it’s important that women take the time to reinvest in themselves, find inspiration and better themselves. “I call this achieving radiance — inside and out.” She dubbed the

network of women volunteers who joined together to help her Achieve Radiance Events and Communications, and their inaugural women’s conference, called Glow: A

Mandi Sellers Women’s Evening of Change and Celebration, last June in Coquitlam was a sold-out success. The philanthropic event was a mix of tradeshow, party and seminar with inspiring

speakers, with proceeds going to a local women’s charity, Tri-City Transitions. Now a second Coquitlam event is being planned for May 31, 2013 (see www.achieveradiance. com/glow).

A Downtown Vancouver version of the event is also taking place on March 9, at the Sheraton Wall Centre on Burrard Street. Charitable proceeds for the Vancouver event will be given to Beauty Night, a nonprofit organization that builds self-esteem of women and youth living in poverty through three streams of programming: wellness, life skills development and makeovers.

“Not just an evening out, Glow is a movement toward women becoming more positive, successful, healthy and happy. And what better time to have an event celebrating women than the day before International Women’s Day [March 8]?” says Sellers.

While Sellers wants the Glow events to retain a philanthropic purpose behind them, the perennial entrepreneur is busy looking for ways to create business ventures out of the need she has tapped among women like her.

“We have lots planned, including a program for young girls called Glo Girlz, Glow & Learn women’s workshops, a digital publication for women called Ruby we just launched and more,” she says. “As an entrepreneur, it’s so exciting to see my desire to inspire women become a reality and to know that we’re doing good at the same time means so much!”

Strawberries & Sunshine Healing Centre Dr. Nareeta Stephenson

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Armed with a Masters of Chiropractic from Macquarie University, Dr. Nareeta Stephenson opened Strawberries and Sunshine Healing Centre to provide a calm, welcoming space where families can find support with all of their healing needs.

D r. N a r e e t a i s p a s s i o n a t e a b o u t supporting families to find safe and natural health care options to help them live healthy, active lives. Using a holistic approach, including preventative care and lifestyle management, she focuses on improving patient wellness and quality of life, not just on treating symptoms.

Dr. Nareeta believes children deserve the best start in

life and loves supporting future moms to feel great during their entire pregnancy and help improve the baby’s position and labour.

Dr. Nareeta is also devoted to helping kids with neurodevelopmental disorders, including ADD/ADHD, Autism, and learning disabilities. Many children with neurodevelopmental disorders also have underlying Sensory Processing Disorder issues, which cause many to be misunderstood and misdiagnosed.

As many as 1 in 6 children today are affected, and many parents don’t even know it. In order to fully support these children and their families, Dr. Nareeta has completed the post graduate certification program with the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association and is currently studying and specializing in Neurodevelopmental disorders.

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Tara’s passion for food started at a very young age. Eating together a s a f a m i l y wa s always important, so many of her favourite childhood memories took place in the kitchen cooking delicious, healthy meals. Having these experiences made Tara realize how valuable proper nutrition is to your health and gave her a love for food.

In 2004, Tara turned her passion for food into a career by joining the Holistic Nutrition Program at The Canadian School of Natural Nutrition.

She found the knowledge behind the science of nutrition fascinating and enjoyed using her new skills to positively affect people’s lives. Tara graduated from the program as a Registered Holistic Nutritionist in 2005 and over the past few years has worked with children and families helping them develop and learn the skills to live a healthful life.

Tara believes, when it comes to improving your diet, even the smallest change can make a difference and any step forward is a step in the right direction.

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Becoming a Reiki practitioner has been the natural next step in her journey. Since completing her level two Reiki in November 2012 she is able to aid people in breaking bad habits such as alcoholism and smoking along with physical, mental and emotional healing.

Distant healings are also an option for those unable to come to her for their sessions.

Her passion for natural holistic healing is the foundation for her lifestyle. She practices healthy eating and makes fitness and meditation a priority. Karen strongly believes personal development is key to life success, and meets with her teacher / healer weekly to ensure a balanced life.

Lee-Ann is a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Advanced Practitioner of Heart Resonance (HR) Energy, Teacher of HR and Mompreneur (Owner of Inner Awakenings).

She has extensive training and certifications in both her current profession and previously as a DONA trained Doula. This powerful combination of experience and education gives Lee-Ann the ability to understand and support families in a unique and special way.

Her passions and specialties include women’s

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Lee-Ann believe’s that each person already possesses all the resources necessary to be the person they want to be, achieve their goals and make their dreams a reality. She knows that by empowering and supporting her clients on all levels, they can tap into those inner resources and achieve true health, wellbeing, success and abundance.

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Esposito Massage is owned and operated by Elizabeth Esposito, a Registered Massage Therapist who originally trained in Ontario, and graduated from Centennial College and McMaster University.

Since 2007, clients all over the Tri-Cities have consistently sought out Esposito Massage to help treat conditions ranging from chronic headaches, whiplash, rehabilitative treatments for post-surgery, stroke to acute sports injuries, and even pre-natal and post-natal conditions.

Our website www.EspositoMassage.com offers healthy living tips and community health-related events in your area. You can also find us on Facebook and Twitter @espositomassage.

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Thoma Doehring Owner - Tri-City Paint & Decorating Centre Thoma Doehring has been the proud owner of Benjamin Moore, Tri-City Paint & Decorating since 1992. In 2010 they moved to a new location at the corner of Oxford and Lougheed where she expanded the store in order to fulfill her dream of providing a one-stop decorating store.

Thoma Doehring has carried an enthusiasm and appetite for colour throughout her entire life. Her passion for travel has provided her with insight into the ever-changing trends, crossing cultural boundaries in order to bring global and fresh ideas into clients homes. Her desire to help customers create a place to call home is evident in her work.

She takes great pride in offering ‘made in Canada’ products wherever possible, and supporting locally manufactured materials. The staff at Benjamin Moore Tri-City all focus on being environmentally friendly by recycling empty paint cans, and all paper and beverage containers.

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Benjamin Moore’s Green Promise insures all of their coatings meet or exceed the strictest industry standards in North America.

At the new location Thoma has been able to provide additional services, from original art to window dressings, cabinet hardware to countertops and flooring. The staff at Tri-City Paint are there to provide you with ideas and answer your questions regarding all of your home projects.

Thoma is looking forward to the year ahead where they will be celebrating their 21st year in business with many more events and a new blog.

This year Tri-City Paint & Decorating was a finalist in the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year awards! For more information about Thoma and Tri-City Paint, check out their website: www. benjaminmooretricity.com.

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a salute to

SPECIAL FEATURE

Lindsay Wilson

Jaime Ashmore

Owner and Artistic Director

Founder and CEO

Since opening up her dance studio in 2010, children ages 2 to 12, teens and adults 19 through 65 have joined Coastal Edge Dance Centre for training in a variety of dance instruction. Coastal Edge offers Pre-Dance, Primary Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical, Modern, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre/Stage, Singing, Aero, Aerial Silks, Special Needs, Professional and Adult classes. Now in its third year of operation, Lindsay’s dance studio has made its mark on the Tri City Community by being voted on the Tri City “A” list for Favourite Dance School, Dance Instructor and Coach. Winning high score and choreography awards in the past 2 years, Lindsay’s Coastal Edge Dance Centre continues to be a prominent dance studio in the heart of Port Coquitlam. Always a passion for teaching dance, Lindsay is committed to bringing out the best in each and every one of her students. Her mission is to inspire, encourage and build confidence. Lindsay would like to thank her staff, parents, students and the Tri City Community for their encouragement and support in making Coastal Edge Dance Centre such a huge success this past year.

Lindsay continues to promote a “family-oriented dance centre” and to give her students a rewarding and funfilled dance experience. To register for the upcoming dance season, email us at coastaledgedance@shaw.ca

A committed entrepreneur and advocate for individual empowerment, Jaime is the founder and CEO of Body Bar Laser Clinic and strives to make you feel and look your best. Body Bar has a high level of customer service offering clients medical grade results safely without the ‘Dr. Directed’ pricing.

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Over the past year we discovered that our customers not only came in for our wonderful meats, pies & other specialty products; but that they came in to see Debbie; to have a chat with her & to enjoy her unique style & expertise as a butcher.

We are now open Tuesday to Saturday and Debbie will be there to greet you whenever you decide to shop. Every customer walking into our store deserves the highest level of customer service. With Debbie in charge we know you will be impressed.

Business Owner When you bring your vehicle to Port Moody Auto & Air Repair, likely the first person to greet you is owner, Shelly Smith. This female friendly complete automotive repair shop is a bustling business who’s focus is happy customers. Shelly states, “It’s our number one priority to ensure our customers are not only thrilled with the service they receive, but that they leave with the feeling they just made some new friends”. Since I rarely leave the office, I often have the opportunity to chat with my customers and always enjoy sharing stories with them. Equally important is today’s technical automotive knowledge, which is not an option but a requirement at Port Moody Auto & Air. We are a 3rd generation family business with almost 50 years of Automotive experience. Obviously, the needs of our customers from years ago will not be the same as their granddaughter’s needs are today. So, a huge part of our continued success and growth is the understanding that we must advance and keep on top of today’s technology in order to take care of ALL of our customers automotive service needs. We implement those requirements from state of the art equipment to the updated knowledge of our technicians” says Shelly. If you ask Shelly how she feels being a woman in a male dominated industry, she will simply reply, “81% of vehicle repair decisions are made by the woman of the household. There’s strength in those numbers!” Shelly and the whole crew at Port Moody Auto & Air Repair want to say thank you to all of their customers and look forward to greeting new ones. No appointment necessary, Free Courtesy Cars available.

The other big news is that Debbie found herself a perfect assistant for her busy days of Friday & Saturday; her younger sister Dawna!!! They are so much alike it is just a hoot to see them work together.

Units 85 - 89 Moray Street, Port Moody

We welcome Dawna & look forward to another fantastic year of serving the Tri-Cities.

Quality Meats & British Treats 2565 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam 604-942-9996 Open Tue. to Sat. 10 am to 6 pm

www.portmoodyradiators.com www.portmoodyautorepair.com

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Alyssa, Michelle, Ashleigh, Laraine, Marilyn

MINT Marketing Works

Trophy Centre’s Winning Team

MINT, a boutique marketing service & consulting company, is about creating and delivering marketing that is fresh and bold - we are not average and we won’t market your business as such. MINT brings our clients the right elements of idea, strategy, design and implementation for complete marketing solutions that are always fresh. We enjoy a fun, collaborative work environment where everyone’s ideas are valued, delivering fresh solutions that drive results.

Now That’s Fresh Marketing!

We do fresh and bold: • marketing strategy • PPC advertising • SEO • websites • banner ads • email marketing • social media • web analytics • market research • branding • and traditional marketing stuff getfresh@mintmarketingworks.com

604.469.0092

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Trophy Centre provides Awards and Recognition products for all occasions – corporate, business, academic, sports, the arts and personal celebrations.

For the past 9 years the women at Trophy Centre have built a reputation for consistently providing friendly customer service, professional workmanship and exceeding customer expectations. We have a large selection of trophies and recognition awards for every budget as well as unique personalized gift items. Utilizing state-of-the-art engraving technology, we deliver a full range of personalized engraving on trophies, plaques, glass, crystal and acrylic awards, as well as custom lapel pins and nametags.

We are members of the North America Awards & Recognition Association, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce and Finalist for Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award for 2009 & 2010.

TROPHY CENTRE

Where Everyone’s A Winner!

Mae Reid, Realtor

Christine Baron BA, LLB Christine Baron has been a lawyer since 2004. Her areas of expertise are: • Wills & Estate Planning • Contracts & Incorporations for Small Businesses • Real Estate Conveyancing & Mortgages Christine has presented educational seminars at the People’s Law School, at Continuing Legal Education conferences and to various groups in the community on the specifics of wills and estates, guardianship, starting or selling a business, and buying or selling real estate.

I believe that asking a lawyer for help should be a positive, valuable experience for any client. When I meet with clients, I listen to their concerns, answer their questions, then make a plan that’s right for them. I welcome families and my office is stroller and wheelchair accessible.

Christine Baron Law Corporation

211 - 3030 Lincoln Ave., Coquitlam • 604-616-6307 law@christinebaron.com • www.christinebaron.com http://tricitieslaw.blogspot.com/

604-941-4944

#114 - 2071 Kingsway, Port Coquitlam www.trophycentre.ca sales@trophycentre.ca

Knowledge, skill & experience isn’t expensive – It’s priceless!

With over 30 years in the Real Estate business I have encountered almost all the ‘dilemmas’ there are. But every problem has a solution. I know there is a home out there for everyone. It just takes someone with my experience to understand your needs and show you the right properties and solutions.

With a strong business background and a wealth of experience I can help you work through the short term challenges in this economy to access the long term opportunities.

I look forward to working with you.

STERLING R E A LT Y

604-626-9380 maereid@shaw.ca

Mae Approaches Real Estate from a Different Point of view . . . Yours.

604-421-1010 #226 - 3355 North Rd., Burnaby

Denise McIntosh

Donna Gardecki, M.Sc.

Owner - Genesis Kitchens & Design

West Coast Gojukai Karate

Denise started Genesis Kitchens 6 years ago after being in the design industry since 1994.

Specializing in Architectural Millwork she found her passion in designing kitchens and decided to start a company that took the evolution of the kitchen from an idea concept to the finished product.

Genesis Kitchens offers a complimentary in home consultation where they combine your needs and lifestyle with the function of the space.

By incorporating the style you are looking for or helping you discover it, they are able to walk you through the design stage, product selection and color coordination. Genesis carries multiple lines to best match the clients with the product that suits their design style. Genesis uses the latest technology to provide 3D drawings, putting together a complete package including price quotes and product suggestions while working with your budget. Genesis now has a full design team to work with you and has recently moved to a bright new location with lots of free parking and a larger showroom.

Turning your dream kitchen into a reality.

1037 Ridgeway Avenue, Coquitlam Showroom: 604-937-7336 Cell: 604-789-9935 Visit our website: genesiskitchen.ca

Certified Kinesiologist

Thirty years ago, Donna Gardecki started her karate training in what was a mostly male dominated arena. With hard work and tenacity, she achieved black belt in 7 years while pursuing a Master’s Degree in Physical Education at the University of Alberta. As a karate competitor, she is a National gold medalist and 4th place World level athlete. She is recognized as one of the few women to reach the prestigious rank of 5th degree black belt and Master Teaching rank (Shihan Renshi). Over the past 19 years, while busy with her growing rehabilitation and personal training business, she found time to teach karate part-time and start a family in central Coquitam, and become a yoga teacher. In 2008 she pursued a dream of opening a full-time Traditional Karate studio where both adults and kids develop skills such as self confidence and self discipline through traditional training methods. “Traditional training develops strength of character not found in many of the eclectic martial art programs offered today”, says Gardecki. Donna teaches yoga and karate from a rehabilitation perspective, “anyone can be active, you just need the right teacher”, she says. Donna’s philosophy includes helping men, women and children of any age reach their potential and to be the best they can be.

1001-D Austin Avenue (at Blue Mountain) Coquitlam 778-355-4658

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The West Coast Mortgages Team

Diana Zitko

Yvonne Futter

Diana Zitko heads up an all-women mortgage team. 2012 & 2011 were very successful years for Diana and her team. Diana and the West Coast Mortgages Team won the 2011 CMP Mortgage Broker of the Year Award and 2012 Best Customer Service Award. Diana has been a broker for 12 years and has owned her own franchise for 8 years.

At West Coast Mortgages, we pride ourselves on providing award-winning customer service. With over 16 years of experience and knowledge in the mortgage industry, our team strives to be the best and provide strong examples of women for our community.

Call us Today

Mortgages Made Easy!

DLC West Coast Mortgages 604.937.8888 www.westcoastmortgages.ca info@westcoastmortgages.ca #3 - 2662 Austin Ave | Coquitlam | BC | V3K 6C4

Dr. Michelle Couto Dr. Michelle Couto grew up in the small Northwest community of Kitimat, BC. She pursued her orthodontic training at Loma Linda University one of the top Orthodontic programs in the United States. She has been back in Canada for the past three years and in 2011 established Coquitlam Family Orthodontics.

Soon after she opened her second practice in Maple Ridge, Ridge Meadows Orthodontics. She is very happy to be back in Canada and has loved being part of the Tri-City community where she has been made to feel very welcome by colleagues as well as her patients.

“Being an orthodontist enables me to watch how someone’s self-confidence grows. Being able to provide this gift to a patient is the most important aspect of my profession and makes being an orthodontist worthwhile!”

At Coquitlam Family Orthodontics, we focus on you, the patient, by individually addressing your needs and primary concerns. We understand that a beautiful smile can give anyone increased confidence, regardless of their age.

We go above and beyond to make each patient feel comfortable and at home. We educate our patients each step of the way, because the more your know about your care, the better the results!

For more information about Dr. Couto and Coquitlam Family Orthodontics please visit our website at www.CoquitlamFamilyOrthodontics.com. New patients are always welcome! A referral from your dentist is much appreciated however no referral is necessary to schedule a free consultation.

1158D The High Street, Coquitlam 604-949-0654 office@coquitlamorthodontist.com www.CoquitlamFamilyOrthodontics.com

The Learning Experience For 33 years, Louise Montgomery and her qualified staff have been caring for the Children of the Tri-Cities, Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge.

Her Pre-school Licensing Representative asked her to start up a Pre-School of her own due to the lack of quality facilities we had in our area. Louise took her encouragement and has never looked back.

She started as just a Pre-school and has grown with the community and her families, now offering KinderCare, Group-Care and Before and After School-Care.

Her facility is located in the North East side of Irvine School Grounds in PoCo, in a bright and cheerful portable.

This is also a great advantage for kids that will be advancing to Irvine making the transition as easy as possible.

She employs 7 qualified teachers who all truly care about their students and their families, accommodating parents’ varying work schedules and busy lives. The excellent student to staff ratio offers more one on one attention and the curriculum has been described as “between a Montessori School and a regular Pre-school”, more structured than most, but less rigid than a Montessori course, thus offering a less stressful and fun learning process.

Louise and her staff have made their Centre a true “Learning Experience” 3862 Wellington Street, Port Coquitlam • 604-942-5008

Della Hochstein Owner - Sundrop Textiles Sundrop Textiles in Port Coquitlam has moved to a great new location!! They are a locally owned and operated retail fabric store and sewing machine dealership and offer classes as well as supplies for all your sewing needs. Della Hochstein, the owner and the staff, better known as the “Sundrop Girls”, are avid sewers and they are there to help you with your sewing needs. Sundrop Textiles is a forward and creative company, more than just a sewing store it is where friends come to meet and learn. With Clubs, Classes and Events there is always something new and creative going on at Sundrop.

Sundrop offers a range of fabrics to meet your sewing needs, from Outerwear and Activewear to fashion fabrics, flannelettes, cottons and sew much more. Sundrop is an authorized dealership for Husqvarna Viking, Janome and Pfaff sewing machines and sergers. No one beats the Sundrop after service, they provide full support for every machine they sell. Della and the Sundrop Girls invite you to come by and enjoy the store and let your creativity grow at Sundrop Textiles.

Sundrop Textiles Inc. www.sundroptextiles.com

Ph 604-464-5236

1460 Prairie Ave., (Prairie Mall) Port Coquitlam

Linda McLeod & Tina DiGiovanni Owners - 2nd Look Day Spa

Linda & Tina’s passion is business and as entrepreneurs they are delighted to be the owners of 2nd Look Day Spa, a well established Day Spa in Coquitlam Centre serving the Tri-City community for over 31 years. “We are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and the spa industry allows us to do just that!”

2nd Look Day Spa is the perfect place to escape for an hour or a day, and get pampered by our team of well trained, experienced and caring estheticians, that love their work. We offer a full range of esthetic services with both packages and gift certificates available for all occasions, grads, weddings & special events. We now feature the newest IPL Laser Technology for Hair Removal and Skin Rejuvenation that provides a safe and comfortable service with great results.

Since 2001, 2nd Look Day Spa has been recognized by Readers Choice awards numerous times in different categories which has earned us a reputation of excellence. It is our goal at 2nd Look Day Spa to provide a spa experience that is exceptional…leaving you feeling Relaxed, Refreshed and Rejuvenated!

Review our SPECIALS and purchase Gift Certificates online at www.2ndlookdayspa.com Coquitlam Centre 2102 - 2929 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam

604-464-8818

Marlene Cornish Residential Realtor I Hold The Key I Hold The To Key To Happy toYour be celebrating my Home Your New Home New 20th year anniversary in a career I love!

Marlene Cornish Marlene Cornish Energy, Efficiency and Enthusiasm describes my attitude of being a Residential Realtor.

Specializing in the Tri-Cities area, Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge, Burnaby and New Westminster.

Awards include: Medallion Award (top 10% of Lower Mainland realtors) Royal Lepage Award of Excellence.

A tribute to my success is 80% of my business comes from repeat and referral business from my past clients.

Thinking of Selling or Buying?

Let Me Be The Key ToThinking Your Newof Home.

Selling or Buying?

604-939-6666 604-939-6666 604-939-6666 Coronation West Realty,BROKER West Realty,BROKER INDEPENDENTLY Coronation OWNED AND OPERATED INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

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Dr. Leah Montgomery DVM Dr. Ashley Danyluk DVM Shaughnessy Veterinary Hospital Animals rely on the people in their lives to love and care for them. Special people like Dr. Leah Montgomery and Dr. Ashley Danyluk. It was Dr Leah’s life long dream to become a veterinarian. She joined the team at Shaughnessy Veterinary Hospital in March of 2000 and went on to purchase the practice in April 2001. In 2011 Dr. Ashley Danyluk joined Shaughnessy Veterinary Hospital after graduating from The Western College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Danyluk has nurtured her love for animals, having spent her summers working at The Vancouver Animal Shelter, The Winnipeg Humane Society and veterinary hospitals throughout Western Canada.

There’s a special feeling when you walk through the doors of the Shaughnessy Veterinarary Hospital. The staff is dedicated and compassionate and you can be confident that your pet is receiving the very best care and attention. If you would like more information about the services available please stop in or visit the website.

Shaughnessy Veterinary Hospital Caring for your pets with heart and integrity

2129 - 2850 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam

604.945.4949

coolvet.com

June Wells Recreation Therapist for Seniors June Wells is passionate about supporting seniors.

Unfortunately, many of our elderly are lonely or isolated. This really hit me when my grandmother was required to move from her home into care. I started Active Living over a year ago through a genuine desire to see our seniors flourish.

As a Recreation Therapist, with over 20 years in health care, I have felt the impact of how one to one support through leisure and recreation can greatly improve the quality of life of a senior, especially those with disabling conditions or Alzheimer’s disease. This is what makes Active Living so unique. Door to door care and support. Not only do seniors benefit, but so do their families. Your loved one can keep active, and stay socially connected in their home, hospital bed or care facility.

For more info call June 604-721-0452

Active Living Therapeutic Recreation and Leisure Services for Seniors

www.activelivingseniors.com • info@activelivingseniors.com

Local Ladies serve up your daily Tim Hortons It is my honour to recognize Wendy, Jessie, Naz, Pam, Marites, Nadia, and Tesa as outstanding Women in Business in the Tri-Cities. These are the amazing women that operate your local Tim Hortons restaurants. They work tirelessly to ensure our loyal patrons receive their favourite quality products quickly, and always Sanders Photo by Shaun with a friendly smile! With length of service ranging TOP LEFT: from 16 years (Wendy) to 4 years, they help provide OM , FR on ISE ins KW tch OC CL m Hu o, employment opportunities for over 200 Tri-Cities d, Jessie Ho, Pa ies Du-Lagaric Wend y MacLeo rit Ma , nia sa Naz Ro Nadia Ahmed, residents. Many of you might recognize these (absent).

Tesa Vadivelu women as a resident of your community, from local community and charitable events, or from over the counter at your favourite local Tims. I am proud to thank these women for their achievements in business, and for displaying their passion and dedication operating our beloved Tim Hortons restaurants, day after day. Thank you for everything you do.

Amanda Kerr Sanders Local Tim Hortons Franchisee

Seham Merali

Principal and Administrator

Sunny Gate Montessori Sunny Gate Montessori School is located inside Lord Baden Powell Elementary School in Coquitlam, and offers a variety of programs to suit the needs of families. They offer both AM and PM Montessori Preschool, Extended Day Montessori, and Full Day programs.

Principal and Administrator, Seham Merali, prides herself on the quality of the school’s programs and her teachers’ passion for education. They offer a “true”, enriched Montessori program in which children learn math, language, culture, botany, and practical life skills, such as cooking, sewing, and taking care of their environment.

Not only do the children learn in the classroom itself, they are taken on field trips to complement each theme being taught, even attending the Vancouver Symphony!

The school also offers a music and drama program taught by private, professional instructors, promoting artistic creativity in the young, developing minds of the students.

Sunny Gate Montessori is a safe, stimulating Now environment, that is perfect for a child’s first educational experience. accepting

registration

for Minister’s Award for Excellence Sunny GateofMontessori the Prime Recipient the Primeis the recipient 2012of/20 13 Minister’s Award for in Early Childhood Education.

School Year Excellence in Early Childhood Education.

Sunny Gate Montessori • www.sunnygatemontessori.com • 604-931-1549 450 Joyce Street, Coquitlam (Inside Lord Baden Powell Elementary, Rooms 8 & 11)

Dr. Pam Bennett

Inside LBD Lord Baden Powell School, 450 Joyce St., Coquitlam (Across from the Vancouver Golf Course off Austin)

To register, please call us at 604-931-1549 or visit us at: www.sunnygatemontessori.com

Laser Light Therapy Dr. Bennett is the founder of Laser Light Therapy in Coquitlam. The clinic opened in December of 2008 and was the first to offer Bioflex Laser Therapy in the Coquitlam area.

“To be able to offer this technology to those suffering pain and to see these patients regain their quality of life is very exciting” reports Dr. Bennett.

“Patients suffering from chronic pain are experiencing rapid, permanent relief. The results speak for themselves.” Conditions ranging from muscle strains, headaches, severe arthritis, disc herniations, knee conditions, frozen shoulders, gout – all respond to the laser treatment. This therapy is noninvasive and produces no harmful side effects.

In the past year the variety of painful conditions we have treated successfully is remarkable. Laser Light Therapy has been proven to increase endorphin production, reduce inflammation, elevate ATP production, and promote synthesis of collagen. Our patients report less dependence on pain medication and reduction of inflammation and swelling which leads to faster recovery time from a variety of painful injuries or conditions, like arthritic joints, neck pain, back pain or sports injuries. To be able to reduce or eliminate pain without the harmful, toxic effects of many pharmaceuticals is a benefit that all our patients appreciate.

The treatments are covered under most extended benefit plans.

Laser Light Therapy Dr. P. Bennett

778.28.LASER |778.285.2737 Unit 215 - 3030 Lincoln Lincoln Centre, Coquitlam

www.laserlighttherapyinc.com

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Seham Merali, Principal and Administrator and Manager Darcie

Pacific Coast Terminals

Glenayre Montessori Centre Glenayre Montessori Centre (GMC) is located in the heart of the Glenayre Community, in Port Moody. The Centre itself has been serving local families for the past 13 years.

Darcie, the Centre’s Manager has worked and grown with the school for all of those 13 years. Not only is she the Centre’s Manager, she is also a trained Montessori teacher. She ensures the Centre provides quality programs within a warm, nurturing and exciting environment for the children who attend. The children love her, and the other teachers, and actually enjoy coming to school!

Darcie and Seham, the Principal and Administrator, share the same values and ideas as far as the quality of well-rounded educational programs available at the School. The children learn about the world around them, alongside math, language, culture and botany. They also learn the importance of everyday skills such as taking care of themselves and their environment, baking, art and appreciation for nature. GMC offers a music program twice a week, taught by a professional music instuctor. Children learn a variety of songs, while learning about various musical instruments and classical composers.

PCT was recently awarded a prestigious International Bulk Journal (IBJ) Award acknowledging the Port Moody export facility as an industry leader in supporting its staff team.

The “People Development Award” recognized PCT for their innovation and their commitment to investing in all of their employees. Dedication to ongoing training for all staff, regardless of position in the company, and development of progressive approaches a, Brenda & Piera an Di r, ife nn Je a, Donn has contributed to the overall business success at PCT. “It is an honour to accept this recognition that acknowledges our commitment to our employees and the training they receive,” said Ken Catton, Vice President and General Manager of Pacific Coast Terminals.

“We continually strive to be a leader in our field by investing in our staff and by setting a high standard of achievement for our company and its employees.”

Pacific Coast Terminals specializes in the handling of bulk solid sulphur and liquid glycol and has handled over 5 million tonnes of cargo on an annual basis making it the one of the world’s largest sulphur export facilities.

The Centre has a Montessori Preschool, Daycare Program, and offers KinderCare for those attending Glenayre Elementary School. It is a safe, bright and nurturing environment with a great reputation.

www.glenayremontessori.com No w accepting 604-937-0084 registration for Sept.495 2012Glencoe Drive, Port Moody • F/T day care (7am-6pm) • Full day Kindergarten (7am-6pm)

www.pct.ca

• Before and after Kindercare servicing Glenayre Elementary (limited spaces) • AM Preschool programme (limited spaces)

Jessikha Hoeg & Cassandra Ariken • Music programs

Opal Spa & Laser Center

For more information on our programmes please visit us at:

www.glenayremontessori.com

We are conveniently located on the school grounds of Glenayre Elementary.

Contact us at 604-937-0084

90% of all homebuyers use the Internet to find their home, make sure you find a realtor that has the knowledge and ability to utilize all that the Web has to offer.

The world we live in has changed, you simply must use the Net in the marketing of your home. Period! In today’s hightech market, Jessikha and Cassandra specialize in social media marketing, including the use of Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Pintrest, Craigslist and an array of other web avenues.

Jessikha Hoeg REALTOR®

“We have experienced a variety of different markets and there is not a challenge we have not recognized, harnessed, and conquered”.

604-939-6666

jessikha.hoeg@gmail.com www.propfind.com

Royal Lepage Coronation West Independently Owned Operated

Cassandra Ariken REALTOR®

604-836-1560

cassariken@gmail.com www.cassandraariken.com

“One thing that remains the same is that we use this Internet-infused society to get your home sold.”

Let us show you how!

Ebony Marconato launched Opal Spa and Laser Centre in August of 2008.

An A-List Favorite (Opal Spa was voted Favorite Med Spa & Favorite Place to Get a Facial, by Tri-City News readers in 2013), the spa offers top quality services using world renowned Guinot products, Universal Contour Wrap and laser technology. At Opal Spa and Laser you can expect to be pampered to the fullest.

Opal Spa and Laser cares about their guests total well being from the inside out and offers support beyond classic spa services. You can be confident that your spa visit will be luxurious and memorable, incorporating everything that women and men desire and deserve. The spa is committed to the highest standards of sanitation and professionalism. All estheticians are fully licensed and certified and the attention to detail will guarantee a return visit.

Opal spa has a loyal following that goes beyond the Tri-Cities. Book your appointment today.

Isn’t it time for a little pampering?

Opal Spa & Laser Center “A Spa Experience Unlike any Other”

Spa • Laser Center B5 - 1410 Parkway Blvd., Westwood Plateau Village, Coquitlam

Julie Fisher

Lisa Cable & Jodi Jamieson Event Planners, Sweet Beginnings

Lawyer • Business Owner

Planning an important event – any kind of event – can be stress-

I represent persons cut off or denied DISABILITY BENEFITS, CPP disability, LIFE INSURANCE, travel insurance, critical illness benefits, and other insurance benefits.

ful. At Sweet Beginnings we pride ourselves on being at the top of our game when it comes to coordinating and executing your events with excellence. Whether it’s a wedding, special party, company gala or anything in between, our event coordinators are there to make sure everything goes perfectly from start to finish.

We are also a full service décor design and rental company with everything you need to take your event from great to utterly fabulous! The next time you are planning a celebration, let Sweet Beginnings be a part of your event team, and together we will bring your vision to life.

604.552.9543

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I also represent persons injured in MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS or pursing ICBC benefit claims, and other PERSONAL INJURY matters.

I provide litigation services for ESTATE DISPUTES, employment, contracts and insurance matters.

I provide initial FREE LEGAL CONSULTATIONS by telephone, email or in person. For disability claims, accident and personal injury claims, and most insurance benefit claims, I am paid fees only when my clients receive compensation.

Focusing on client service and volunteering my time to help my community and legal profession is my difference.

604-739-9559 • www.asweetbeginning.com

Contact Julie Fisher today at 778-588-7049 or Julie@LawyersWest.ca www.LawyersWest.ca

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Theresa Gold

Hope Lutheran Christian School The women of Hope Lutheran Christian School care for each and every one of the students as unique individuals. Love is given and skills are taught from all walks of life by our professional, caring staff.

Re/Max Results Realty As a proud and active resident of the Tri-City area for over 45 yrs, I have been a full time realtor since 1990 and part owner of Re/Max Results Realty since 2009. Helping people has always been a passion; real estate consulting allows me to use the tools I was blessed with.

Developing a successful team of professionals has given me a leading edge in guiding my clients with a positive experience with any type of market, feeling as if they are the only client, whether buying or selling.

Keeping ahead of the game is very important to me as there is constant change in the market place. Providing a “one stop shop”, with professional services such as home staging, photography, cleaning, leading technology and marketing, making the process a stress free experience.

The Theresa Gold Group communicates / consults with all of our clients whether buying or selling, because it is all about you.

Re/Max Results Realty 604-472-0811 #105 - 1250 Dominion Ave. Port Coquitlam

“Nurturing and Equipping the whole child in a Christ-centered community.”

www.hopelcs.ca 604-942-5322 | info@hopelcs.ca

York Street Campus - Gr. K-7 • High School Campus - Gr. 8-12

Kirsten Anderson

Michelle Jansen

Owner - The Village Toy Shop

Director - Jansen Claims Group

Did you know that in charming Newport Village there are expert Toyologists wearing white lab coats ready to “prescribe” just the right toy? Since 2001 The Village Toy Shop quickly became a nationally renowned destination for those seeking unique, award winning toys from around the world. The owner, Kirsten Anderson, has been interviewed as the resident toy expert on Global Noon News Hour at least once a month since 2007. Busy parents are thrilled with the convenience of the “Emergency Toy Buying Service”, which includes beautiful gift wrapping by donation to charity. Through community events and fund-raising this kid-centric business has its heart and soul wrapped up in making a difference in the lives of children. “Like” them on Facebook for exclusive deals and the latest on toys and play. Come in before March 22nd and mention this “Women’s Day” write-up to receive a $5 gift certificate for use in April. One per family.

604 949 0444 www.villagetoyshop.ca 262 Newport Drive, Port Moody

Debora Kwasnicky D. Kwasnicky & Associates Inc. has operated in the TriCities since September 2006 assisting both personal and business debtors with financial assessments.

Financial problems can occur at any point in our lives and are often due to factors outside our control.

Options to turn around your financial situation may include credit counseling, budgeting or cash flow management, receivership, proposals to creditors and bankruptcy. The key to maximizing your options is to act early.

Please call in to schedule a free, confidential assessment to discuss your options and the merits and consequences of each for your financial situation.

D.Kwasnicky & Associates Inc. Trustee In Bankruptcy

604-464-7272 www.dkabc.ca

Michelle Jansen, Director of Jansen Claims Group, specializes in disability claims management services. She has managed disability claims for large corporations, insurance companies, unions and private claimants for over a decade.

Jansen Claims Group assists individuals in their WorkSafe BC and non-occupational (short term and long term disability) claims. They are professional advocates representing your needs with claim appeals, claim re-openings, wage setting criteria, vocational rehabilitation/re-training and disability pensions.

Our friendly claims staff take the time to understand your unique needs and customize a solution to provide you with positive results. We strive to ensure our motto of “providing excellence in disability claims management” is achieved throughout the entire claim management process.

Our history demonstrates a proven track record of success. Obtaining positive results for our clients is the focus of Jansen Claims Group.

Call us today if your WorkSafe BC or non-occupational claim has been denied. We understand and are here to help!

604-785-2971 www.jansenclaims.com jansenclaimsgroup@gmail.com

Teresa Harwood-Lynn Clinical Hypnotherapist Teresa Harwood-Lynn is a veteran motivator and the certified hypnotherapist behind Mind over Matters Hypnotherapy. Teresa specializes in helping people resolve long standing problems with health, weight reduction and anxiety.

Fifteen years ago Teresa Harwood-Lynn realized her own weight reduction and fitness goals. Since then she has worked to give others the support they need to succeed. Prior to becoming a hypnotherapist, Teresa facilitated body image workshops and support groups for women with eating disorders.

She has led walking clinics to promote health and weight reduction.

Teresa’s experience has led her to focus on hypnotherapy, specializing in weight and anxiety reduction. She graduated from The Pacific Institute of Advanced Hypnotherapy in June 2012 and opened a studio in Port Coquitlam. Through hypnotherapy, she has helped clients to reach their health and weight reduction goals and helped to reduce job interview and exam anxiety.

Teresa can be contacted at www.MindoverMatters.biz teresa@mindovermatters.biz

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women in business

a salute to

SPECIAL FEATURE

Lassthetic Salon

Paula McInnis

Holistic Day Spa since 1991

Monika Zuber is pleased to announce that she is the new owner of Lassthetic Salon. A Tri-City resident, experienced esthetician and electrologist, Monika is committed to providing the great spa experience that Lassthetic Salon is known for. ika Mon LASSTHETIC SALON now offers electrolysis as well as a wide variety of services: Facials, Pedicures, Manicures, Chemical free Nails & Nail Products, Aromatherapy Products & Massages, Reflexology, European Waxing, Infra Red Sauna and much more...

The connecting Treatment Rooms are perfect for Couples, Wedding Parties, Birthdays and any other special events.

MADE IN

Certified Agent

Dapper Dog I can’t believe it was 7 years ago that I started out in a run-down warehouse space on the Barnet Highway. Along the years I have been fortunate enough to meet people who believed in me, and with the help of some very talented and inspiring women, today we have two fantastic locations to choose from!

I couldn’t ask for a more dedicated, experienced, and passionate group of dog enthusiasts to work with, and we all consider ourselves very lucky to be able to work with dogs every day.

To our clients, thank you for continuing to trust us with the care of your beloved dogs.

To the ladies (and two men) I work alongside six days a week, thank you for putting your hearts and souls into what you do every day!

Grooming Studio The doggies thank you too!

604-461-DOGS (3647) 2565 Barnet Hwy, Coquitlam

Tel: 604-942-2990 • Eagle Ridge Plaza

CANADA

#305 – 1194 Lansdowne Dr., Coquitlam

www.lasstheticsalon.com

www.Dapperdog.ca

Daycare & Grooming 604-945-DDOG(3364)

13-1750 McLean Ave, Port Coquitlam

Tara Stevens

The Frog & Nightgown Pub & Liquor Store

Owner - Fresh Start Fitness Fresh Start Fitness is celebrating it’s 8th year in business and is excited to report that they are expanding the present location and opening a second location in Maple Ridge!

An accredited personal trainer since 2005, Tara Stevens offers Pilates, circuit training, private and small group personal training and over 40 fitness. A TRX certified instructor, accredited in rehabilitative fitness of the lower back, shoulders, and knees, Tara employs a whole body approach to fitness and challenges her clients to let go of self imposed limitations.

The training space is private and perfect for the gym shy individual. When asked about her work Tara said “ I genuinely care about my clients and I still really love what I do”

Circuit Training Tues. & Thurs. at 9:15 am Pilates Tuesday at 8:30 am #204 - 2571 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam

Christina Christie Owner - Black Rabbit Studio After receiving her BA from Emily Carr, artist Christina Christie had a goal to create a tattoo studio run exclusively by women. She met that goal in July 2011 when she opened Black Rabbit Tattoo in the heart of downtown Port Moody.

Christie recruited fellow Emily Carr alumni Leanne Theif and Birdie (Bridgette) Atkinson to join the ranks. All three women excel in specific styles that suit their personalities and play to their talents. They love seeing their clients walk away with beautiful work on their bodies and smiles on their faces.

“Voted Best Private Liquor Store in the Tri-Cities” Looking for a place to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? The Frog & Nightgown is your neighborhood pub and liquor store. Situated in a quiet residential area it’s the perfect place to get together with friends, family or co-workers. The management at The Frog & Nightgown would like to salute all women in business and to acknowledge the tremendous contribution that their staff makes to the ongoing success of the pub and liquor store. The hardworking knowledgeable staff is the backbone of the business. The core staff has been a part of The Frog & Nightgown for years. They know their customers and are there to welcome them back with a smile. If you are not one of the “regulars” you are encouraged to stop in for lunch, dinner or a drink on game night. Don’t forget that Friday and Saturday nights Martini’s are on special and that the pub is a fantastic venue for your next girls night out.

The Frog & Nightgown is proud to support local fundraising initiatives. If you are trying to raise funds for your team or charity call Scott about hosting a burger and beer night. The “Frog” is all about putting the Fun back in fundraising. The pub actively supports “Red Friday”. Come down any Friday for Steak Day. Buy a Red Shirt and join in supporting our Canadian Armed Forces. Proceeds go to Honor House.

Drop by, cozy up in a booth with your own private screen and find out why our customers keep coming back. Don’t forget that if you are staying in for the night our liquor store has the best prices in The Tri-Cites, lots of parking and Free wine with purchase.

SAVE THE DATE

The studio’s mission is to stand apart from the competition by creating a relaxed, comfortable, art-centric experience in an environment that boasts a strong sense of community and custom creations on the walls.

Come visit the studio today to get your first tattoo or your tenth!

3246 St. Johns Street (604) 917-0262

Serving the Community for

27 years.

SUNDAY, MAY 26TH 3RD ANNUAL FROG SHOW & SHINE

The F rog & Nightgown Pub & Liquor Store 604.464.1949

1125 Falcon Drive, Coquitlam

www.frogandnightgownpub.com

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Krista & Melanie Younique Fitness Studio At Younique Fitness Studio, we offer a space where women can find support, motivation and inspiration. Our main belief is that, as a woman, finding time to take care of our wellbeing is very important but can also be very difficult to do when we are always helping others. We are two moms here to offer other women a place to feel good themselves in a clean, stylish positive environment.

We are Port Moody’s only studio offering women’s group fitness classes with child-minding. Our balanced schedule includes fun and effective classes that provide personal attention to each participant.

Our most popular classes include Zumba, Shapefit and Bellyfit, and our flexible passes allow you to start a class when you want and attend any class throughout the week.

Our location in Port Moody is a great hub for being active. People are always finding a way to keep their bodies moving and, with a lot of young families growing up here in the Tri-Cities, this is a great community for small business owners. In five years, we see ourselves fulfilling our vision as a leading women’s fitness and wellness studio and continuing to provide support, inspire balance and encourage positive change for women in all stages of their lives.

604.939.0091 2625B Clarke St., Port Moody register@youniquefitnessstudio.com

Kristy Mattiazzo Kristy Mattiazzo, Certified Lead Property Stager and Owner of Private Property Staging defines space for size, function and purpose by positioning expertly chosen inventory throughout VACANT homes for sale. As a Certified Staging Professional and Member of the Real Estate Staging Association, I guide Buyers eyes to focal points and features to form an emotional attachment which results in Buyers writing an offer on the property...QUICKLY! My warehouse is filled with furnishings, artwork, rugs and accessories used to highlight and enhance vacant homes. My clients are Homeowners and Realtors that are looking to speed up and increase the final sale price.

www.privatepropertystaging.com 604.421.6288 info@privatepropertystaging.com

Andrea Thiel

Sherry Blamey CFP , CIM , FCSI ®

Bloomin’ Nice Landscaping & Norwex For over ten years, Andrea Thiel has continually offered landscape design, maintenance services and design-build to those who appreciate a job well done. It is Andrea’s goal to completely satisfy her clients with a garden that will be uniquely theirs. Although her strengths are in rejuvenating and enhancing what already exists, she is well trained and certified to completely develop a new style that fits your home, surroundings and individual personality. Andrea believes a home extends past it’s walls, and she pays attention to detail in all facets of the landscaping process.

While Andrea spends most of her time during Spring, Summer & Fall landscaping, she is also an avid fan and consultant for Norwex. Andrea’s goal is to educate and help her clients to create a healthier, safer environment for them and their families. The Norwex mission is to improve quality of life by radically reducing the use of chemicals in personal care and cleaning while saving time and money. They have chemical free cleaning and organic personal care products. As Andrea says, “Together we can work to make YOUR life and OUR world just a little greener!” www.andreatheil.norwex.biz athiel1@shaw.ca Maple Ridge, BC AND improving quality of life

778-233-6780

With 9 years of realty experience and multiple industry awards such as 2012 Rising Star Stager for Canada & North America and 2013 Top 10 Professional Stager of the Year for Canada, I specialize in staging vacant homes to sell 80% faster and for 7-10% more!

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Sherry entered the investment industry in 1987. Beyond being a Certified Financial Planner (CFP ®) she has also earned the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation that confirms her skills in the areas of advanced investment strategies and portfolio evaluation. She is also a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI), which is awarded to professionals who have not only achieved unrivalled knowledge and experience, but who also represent the highest ethical values.

“When it comes to investing, I help my clients form a clear idea of their wants and needs, in union with their tolerance for investment risk. Beyond this is the need to identify and address the external risks to the security of their future picture. This assists in seeing those goals and dreams become a reality regardless of what life throws your way. “ Sherry lives in Port Moody with her husband Michael and their three children.

DWM Securities Inc. Investment Advisor

700-609 Granville St., Vancouver, BC V7Y 1G5 Tel: 604-895-3331 sblamey@dundeewealth.com

Trish Mandewo

Kathryn Richardson

Owner - Vancouver Tumblebus

Owner - The Phat Cat Inn

Trish Mandewo’s business, “Vancouver Tumblebus”a is fun experience for kids, offering physical exercise for ages 2 to 10. Based in Port Coquitlam, this “gym on wheels”, brings physical education class to children at daycares, elementary schools, private schools, summer camps, birthday parties, corporate events and other special events.

Tumblebus is a national program and has more than 100 lesson plans which are designed to progressively improve children’s balance, strength, agility, coordination, self-esteem, collaboration and more in a fun and safe environment. Our lessons fall in phase 2 of the Canadian Sports for Life Model.

Here is what our customers are saying: “Lewis was pumped all night and when he was lying in bed, declared he wanted to have the Tumblebus for his birthday again next year” Jackie “This is the coolest bus ever!” Alex “I thought my Jenna would not like the Tumblebus but she absolutely loves it, she uses it any chance she gets.” Malou I enjoy the challenges, excitement and motivation of being my own boss. Most of all, I enjoy watching the smiles on the kids faces while on the Tumblebus. Our primary goal is to reach full capacity by the end of this year. We plan to introduce a second Tumblebus by January, 2014. We are working on expanding the Tumblebus all over BC and the rest of Western Canada.

The original Gym on wheels, we provide a unique and fun way for children to receive the physical fitness that is so important to their development.

info@vancouvertumblebus.com 604-726-0856 www.vancouvertumblebus.com

My name is Kathryn Richardson, the proud owner of THE PHAT CAT INN in Anmore BC! We have been operating our CAT-ONLY BOARDING facility, with a very nice following, for one year this April.

Cat owners in METRO VANCOUVER are loving our unique type of cat boarding where we have NO CAGES! Our rooms surpass the competition in aspects of size (7Lx4Wx9H), and the nicest comment we hear from clients regarding their loved ones left with us is, ‘We didn’t worry for a second!’. This is our goal.

As an entrepreneur, I wanted my hand in every aspect of the startup right from design to building and marketing. The Cattery has lived for many years in my imagination and 2 years ago I needed a necessary change in careers as a Certified Master Groomer. Still wanting to work with animals... my dream was then able to become reality!

Please visit us at www.thephatcatinn.com or call 604-761-4280 for a viewing.

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Tri-City News Friday, March 8, 2013, B13

a salute to

SPECIAL FEATURE

Carole Webber

Impulse Spo Sport Therapeutics At Impulse, we recognize the true benefit of leading an active and healthy lifestyle and we believe that taking care of your only body should be an integral part of life. Our highly skilled multidisciplinary team provides thorough and comprehensive healthcare through undivided, one-on-one individual care. We support clients from every background in eliminating injuries and pain, promoting fitness and nutrition, and increasing mobility and motivation.

Our services: Chiropractic Services, Physiotherapy, Massage Therapy, Graston Technique®, ART®, Infrared Sauna

604-949-1515 Suter Brook #205 – 130 Brew St, Port Moody www.impulsesport.ca

25th Anniversary, Reflections Books Carole opened Reflections Books with a partner in 1988. In 1997, she bought out her partner and expanded to open the Oasis Wellness Centre upstairs. Now after 25 years, she is a successful business owner with a thriving store that not only sells books but also has extensive stock in jewellery, crystals, incense, oracle cards, greeting cards, cds, dvds, essential oils and gift items. Also customers can receive a psychic reading while they are shopping. Many practitioners upstairs offer Shiatsu, Meditation, Counselling, Yoga, Reflexology and classes.

Carole’s husband, Geoff, is a great help since he retired from his regular job a few years ago. The friendly staff and the store cat, Chip, create a welcoming environment in this enchanting store for their numerous regular customers. In the month of March, Reflections will be offering a free book to every 25th customer and an Anniversary Sale will run from March 22nd-26th.

1111D Austin Ave. (near Marmont) Coquitlam

604-939-6000 www.reflectionsbooks.ca

Linda Reimer

Tania Lafortune

BC Liberal Candidate My name is Linda Reimer and I’m your BC Liberal Candidate in Anmore, Belcarra, Coquitlam and Port Moody.

I’m a two-term Coquitlam City Councillor and I’ve lived in the Tri-Cities for over 30 years. I feel blessed to have lived and raised my family here.

I’m also an active Rotarian and a past president of the School District 43 Parent Advisory Council.

I’ve found public service to be personally rewarding and I encourage all women to consider getting involved in their community and helping to make a difference.

As a BC Liberal candidate, I’m also honoured to stand alongside so many other impressive female candidates, including a strong woman Premier in Christy Clark. Women have traditionally been under-represented in government and politics, and I applaud all those who take the time and make the effort to become involved in public service.

Owner, Retro Mom Services

We Cook, We Clean... Just Like Mom Used To! In just over 2 years, Retro Mom Services has attained quite the status amongst Moms & women in the know.

Not just a cleaning company, but a “household doula” service of sorts, Chef Tania Lafortune has ingeniously created a unique niche for herself in the personal service industry.

“As a single Mom, I recognized how hard it is for most families to balance household duties and family time every evening. I knew that I could provide a solution to this shared dilemma.”

Retro Mom specializes in customizing services to meet their clients’ specific needs, all for the same great rate.

In as little as 4 hours, Retro Mom can come into your home, make it sparkle, do your grocery shopping and have a hot meal prepared waiting for you when you come home. These are just a few of the services she offers.

For service and rate information, check out her website www.retromomservices.ca

Linda Reimer

778-829-0530

Authorized by Terry Hawes, Financial Agent, 604-469-3733

www.retromomservices.ca

Vivio Flowers We would like to congratulate all women in business and invite them to celebrate one more year of success.

From all of us at Vivio Atelier at Coal Harbor Vancouver and Vivio Gallery in Old Town Port Moody.

Please join us on facebook for this month’s celebration with a chance to win a $100.00 gift of flowers.

www.vivioflowers.ca Port Moody 604.931.3112 Vancouver 604.669.7271 Like us

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women in business

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a salute to

SPECIAL FEATURE

Laura Mah

Polly Krier

Owner - ilDestino Salon & Spa

Owner - PollyK Consulting

As the Owner of il Destino Salon & Spa, Laura Mah often attributed her success and growth to her professional team and family. We would like to honour her now for the remarkable woman that she was. Laura aimed to create a warm, welcoming environment for her guests and staff alike. Laura raised the bar of industry standards and succeeded in creating a unique, and often praised, salon & spa experience.

You deserve nothing less than a first class event!

Whether she was present or not, Laura’s welcoming spirit and contagious positive attitude were always felt by everyone upon walking through the door. Every guest to pass through her business knew they were special, appreciated and cared for much like a guest in her own home.

Laura valued the importance of integrity and a high level of professionalism and always conducted herself with elegance and grace. She treated everyone equally and never expected anything of her staff that she would not have given of herself. This was often proven by her willingness to roll up her sleeves whenever necessary.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved friend, mentor and leader after a hard fought battle against cancer. She inspired many women in business today and will always be remembered for the strong, influential woman she was. We love you Laura and will keep your spirit alive at il Destino. Your legacy will live on through the countless hearts and lives you have touched.

www.ildestino.com Salon & Spa

2610 St. Johns Street, Port Moody

PollyK Consulting has been in the business of organizing successful events and fundraisers in the Tri-Cities and surrounding area for the past 5 years. With a well established track record, Polly can help you with any of your event needs; it may be as simple as offering direction and advice to get you started or planning and executing the event from start to finish. Whether it is a business meeting, holiday party, gala affair or a luncheon, an event has many facets and can be overwhelming. The goal of PollyK Consulting is to take the stress out of planning your event so you can enjoy yourself.

polly@pollyk.ca • www.pollyk.ca

604-939-2610

604-861-8650

On-Line Shopping Available

Diane Kirkland, CFP

Lucy De Pieri PhD, DCH Serenity Homeopathic Clinic I have been practicing classical homeopathy in Port Moody for over 5 years and it has been an honor to be part of the healing journey of so many people.

Seeing patients’ health improve and seeing them enjoy life in so many ways, free from pain and discomfort, is a humbling and yet wonderful experience for me.

I notice that once the person feels better, they are able to make better decisions.

Their family, friends and co-workers also benefit from how much healthier they are.

This is why homeopathy is more than just health.

If interested visit www.serenityhomeopathicclinic.com or call me 604-307-5967.

Be well, Lucy De Pieri

INVESTMENTS Diane Kirkland is a Certified Financial Planner with 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, the last 13 with Edward Jones in her office in Pitt Meadows. Diane specializes in helping clients develop strategies to help provide income for today, and future growth for tomorrow. Her focus is on preretirees, retirees, women investors, and business clientele.

Diane says, “At Edward Jones we understand that you invest to meet specific financial goals and a desire to provide for yourself and loved ones. My role is to help you make the best decisions to turn those goals into achievements.”

Member - Canadian Investor Protection Fund

Serenity Homeopathic Clinic

19237 - 122A Avenue, Unit 102, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2T1 604-465-7992 • www.edwardjones.com diane.kirkland@edwardjones.com

St. Johns Health and Wellness Professional Centre 2226 St. Johns Street, Port Moody 604-307-5967

Allison Bates MA, RCC

Patty & Gayle

West Coast Counselling Services

Don & Patty Klassen Real Estate

Allison Bates began her counselling practice, West Coast Counselling Services 10 years ago. Counselling has always been something she’s enjoyed. Even from the time she was in elementary school, Allison worked on the playground at lunchtime as a ‘mediator’ helping kids work out their issues.

It is this passion in seeing people achieve change that is why Allison is so successful in her practice. Seeing couples stay together and learn to understand one another, to seeing families able to communicate more effectively is what inspires her. Working one on one with individuals is also something that Allison sees as an honour to share in her clients’ stories and walk with them on their journey to healing.

Working in private practice has also allowed Allison the flexibility to be hands-on in her 2 children’s lives, which is something she values highly.

Please visit www.wccounselling.com or call 604-762-5358 for your personal consultation

Prudential Realty

Patty Klassen wishes to thank her Real Estate Clients…

• For the 22 successful years representing her clients in their Real Estate; • For their loyalty, trust and appreciation of her help in Buying and Selling; • And she thanks her husband and partner, Don, for having shared his successful, Real Estate business with her.

Patty also wishes to thank...

• Bob and Gayle Carter who have so lovingly entrusted their clientele to the personal and professional care of Patty and Don, as they enjoy their retirement.

Thank you Tri-City communities for providing the many opportunities to serve you in Real Estate and as a Volunteer.

We welcome your call!

Don and Patty Klassen Real Estate Prudential Sterling Realty

Office: 604-421-1010 Cell: 604-240-9079 patty@pattyklassen.com www.pattyklassen.com

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Tri-City News Friday, March 8, 2013, B15

a salute to

SPECIAL FEATURE

Shannon Morse Men have Garages. Kids have Tree-houses. You have Us. Since 2003, Spa Divine at the Inlet, Tri-Cities leading Boutique Luxury Day Spa, elevates today’s spa experience.

Shannon Morse, Founder, a woman of wisdom and grace, 24 years in the spa industry, her passionate belief in women, masterfully bridges many walks of life. World traveler, advocate, educator, mother & Principle of Naturally Divine Cosmetics, Shannon knows well the many challenges women face today.

“My personal mission is empowering women to love and embrace all their feminine Spirit, inside & out. By taking time out, honoring & nurturing ourselves, receiving loving care, enables us to look & feel refreshed, giving back fully to our families, careers, community & overall making our world a better place. We’re not meant to do it alone. We simply deserve it” A serene sacred Haven, Spa Divine fosters the Mind-Body-Spirit connection in healing. Cozy warm robes, complimentary herbal foot soaks, tranquility lounges, signature organic spa treatments & products & a philosophy to treat each guest tenderly in a foundation of trust, loyalty & compassion.

#1-2806 St. Johns St., Port Moody

604-461-4SPA

www.spadivine.ca

Vivien Symington Vivien Symington has been the owner and president of Club Aviva for over 26 years. Along with a thriving competitive program, she prides herself on her work with the gross motor development programs for preschool aged children and on the development of Empowering Steps Movement Therapy programs for children living with autism and other mobility challenges. Club Aviva has been recognized by the BC government as a center for scientific research and development for their innovative programming.

Vivien is proud of her accomplished and influential staff which includes many professional women.

98 Brigantine Drive Coquitlam

604-526-4464 clubaviva.ca

Niki Jacques Owner - 360 Cycle Indoor Cycling Niki Jacques started 360 Cycle 18 months ago, after having a hard time finding a cycling class in the Tri-Cities that was more cycling focused than spinning focused. As a competitive runner and multi sport athlete for over 20 years, I wanted to create classes that runners, cyclists and recreational athletes could use to complement their current training and also use in the off season to keep their fitness levels up. As well, creating an environment where everyone could push beyond their limits and be inspired by others around them was a high priority. Of course we offer classes for the non-athlete as well! We offer both spinning and cycling classes and pride ourselves for being one of the only places to do so. Since opening, we have become very involved with the community, and love that our studio is almost like “Cheers” where everybody knows your name.

Friends have been made, we display our clients achievements with race bibs around the studio, we recognize everyone in the studio for their dedication and hard work. 360 Cycle is a non competitive, non intimidating environment, where inspirational quotes are painted on the walls, instructors are highly motivating, and we encourage interaction both before, during and after our classes.

1388 Dominion Port Coquitlam, BC 604-612-0075 www.360cycle.ca

Barbara Stefani Nixon Owner - La Boutique Consignment Barbara’s passion for fashion and customer service has led her to become the proud new owner of previously named La Boutique Plus, which has been in business over 18 months.

With over 700 customers coming to consign with us we offer a wide selection of both new and gently used merchandise for ladies petite to plus. Our unique boutique style offers our customers a pleasant shopping experience. Come in and browse through our formal wear.

Great selection for Grads and Mother of the Brides. In today’s economy many families are facing tighter budgets. We believe that in offering customers’ quality items at a fraction of the price is both beneficial to their pocket books as well as our environment. Why keep items in your closet when you can put money in your purse!

We want to take this opportunity to thank all of our wonderful loyal customers and we look forward to continuing serving you in the future. Happy Women’s Day everyone!

2509 St. John’s Street Tel (604) 917-0147 www.laboutiqueconsign.com

Tracy Price

Kristy Mattiazzo

Wealth Management Team

Residential Realtor

Since 1984, Tracy Price, Vice President and Portfolio Manager with RBC Dominion Securities, has helped her clients achieve their financial dreams.

Based on her clients’ unique goals and needs, Tracy and her team provide female-focused investment, retirement and financial planning advice, including tax, estate planning and asset protection strategies.

As an all-female team, the Tracy Price Wealth Management Team of RBC Dominion Securities understand the challenges of planning a family’s financial future, and work proactively to bring confidence to their clients – many of whom are female professionals, community leaders and those recently widowed or divorced.

“We take a women-helping-women approach,” says Tracy. “It’s about more than your investments.

It’s your life, your family, your legacy … your future.”

For more information about Tracy Price and her female-centric approach to wealth management, visit www.tracyprice.ca.

604-257-7478

tracy.price@rbc.com www.tracyprice.ca

Kristy Mattiazzo, residential Realtor, specializing in the TriCities and surrounding areas of New Westminster, Burnaby and Vancouver. Advanced negotiation, marketing and realty education beyond my basic license are the primary strategies used to obtain top dollar for my clients. I’ve earned designations such as Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR), the benchmark of excellence in Buyer representation, the Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) to address the needs of home buyers and sellers age 50+, along with 2012 Director Award from Sutton and in the top 20% of all Lower Mainland REALTORS. With an extensive background in sales and marketing, I offer my Clients the skills and talent to “Promote & Protect” their interests. Also a Certified Staging Professional and Owner of a home staging business, Private Property Staging, my listings sell quickly and at 99.9% of the listing price; many sold over asking! Visit my website for more information and testimonials at

www.privatepropertyrealty.com

604.831.7321

kmattiazzo@shaw.ca

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