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Tweaking Sapperton Green More planning needed before multi-use project on 38-acre site goes ahead Grant Granger

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dale darychuk, a new Westminster lawyer, and priyan Samarakoone, a recent law school graduate, consult a legal guide during the second advice-a-thon put on by access pro bono at hyack Square on Wednesday. volunteer lawyers spent four hours dispensing free legal advice to anyone who needed it.

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In William Shakespeare’s Henry the Sixth, Dick the butcher suggested they kill them all.

Public opinion says they can’t be trusted.

On Wednesday, 14 lawyers rotated through four stations over four hours at Hyack Square dispensing free legal advice to anyone who needed it. And maybe changed a few minds about the value of the work they do.

More than a dozen pre-registered clients, plus another 10 or 12 drop-

ins an hour took advantage of the because it’s a helpful profession,” second Advice-a-thon to be held said Annie Baric, the operations in New Westminster. It was part coordinator for Access Pro Bono, of a province-wide initiative to an organization of lawyers and raise awareness non-lawyers and funds to that works support proto keep legal bono programs Jamie maclaren, Access pro bono representation it’s a noble tradition. you don’t that make legal accessible to advice accessible see this in other professions. everyone. Last to those who year the group’s might not be able to afford it. Other 1,000 lawyers provided about $2.3 Advice-a-thons are scheduled for million of free legal advice to almost Vancouver, Surrey, Victoria and 7,000 clients, and legal information Kamloops. and guidance to another 14,000.

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As plans for the massive Sapperton Green project near Braid SkyTrain station move forward, a priority is being placed on improvements to transportation links.

Sapperton Green has been in the works for a few years. It is a 38-acre site at Braid Street and Brunette Avenue that abuts Hume Park and the Brunette River.

Currently the property has a large warehouse while a significant portion along Braid is vacant land. It is the last site available in New West for major development, and is expected to have a mix of retail, residential and office space.

Sapperton Green’s developer Bentall Kennedy held public consultations in 2011 and has been working with the city on changes. It held another open house in June, and has made some adjustments.

Bentall Kennedy executive vice-president Tony Astles told council on Aug. 26 the company aims to add a traffic signal along Brunette Avenue for vehicle access to the site. please see pubLIC, A3

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CITYPAGE QUEENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY PLAN OPEN HOUSES As part of the final phase of consultation, the City of New Westminster will be holding two open houses to present the draft Queensborough Community Plan before the final draft is presented to Council in the fall.

We are inviting residents, business owners and anyone who may have an interest in the Plan to attend these open houses and provide feedback.

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Monday, September 9, 2013 6:00pm to 7:00pm (Council meeting begins at 7:00pm) Lobby, Queensborough Community Centre 920 Ewen Avenue Wednesday, September 11, 2013 6:00pm to 9:00pm (Presentation at 7:00pm) Poplar Island Room, Queensborough Community Centre 920 Ewen Avenue

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COUNCIL MEETINGS 3:00 pm Committee of the Whole Council Chamber 7:00 pm Regular Meeting Queensborough Community Centre Please note that council meetings are now video streamed online.

Thursday, September 12, 2013 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the Plaskett Room, upstairs at the New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave Agenda: • Presentation from homeowner requiring exemption from parking bylaw due to basement suite addition • Open forum on Glenbrooke North neighbourhood daycare situation representatives from local day cares to join in discussion.

Please visit the City’s website at www.newwestcity.ca/queensborough for more information about the plan and to take the online survey.

For more information, contact Marya McLellan at 604-525-3975.

Please note that Council will be holding their Regular Council meeting at the Queensborough Community Centre on September 9th, where staff will make a presentation on the Plan.

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Redefining “Aging” September 26 Grey Power! The Baby Boomers are having a huge influence on ‘aging’ as we know it. Join the discussion on how we are remapping the future lifestyles of seniors.

The ABCs of Being an Aging Boomer in BC October 10 Keeping it simple. Learn about the latest initiatives the government has put in place for the aging population.

What Kind of Sandwich Are You? October 24 A lot has been said about the ‘Sandwich Generation’. Many are juggling the needs of aging parents, boomerang kids and grandchildren. Let’s talk about the interdependence with family and others.

Transitioning to Retirement November 7 With more years added to our lives we face being retired for a very long time. Let’s talk about pre-retirement and the stages that follow.

Live, Love, Laugh and Create Your Dish November 21 This theme is all about enhancing your life and your legacy. Join our last discussion and share some personal reflections, experiences and life stories.

The agenda will be available on the City’s website at www.newwestcity.ca.

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ANIMALS FOR ADOPTION AT NEW WEST ANIMAL SHELTER The New Westminster Animal Shelter is FULL of cats and dogs!

We have kittens and cats of all ages, colours, and personalities! We are also looking for homes for the dogs that were unexpectedly dropped off at the Shelter recently. Please call us at 604-519-2008 or visit us at the Animal Shelter, 231 Ewen Ave.

NEW WESTMINSTER DOWNTOWN RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION ANNUAL PICNIC September 8, 2013 Pier Park — lawn area near concession stand 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm If you live between Royal Avenue and the Fraser River, join us for our annual picnic at Pier Park. Bring a picnic lunch and a blanket and join the fun!

Snacks will be provided.

Highlights: • Bocce tournament: guest appearance by Paul Gauthier, Paralympic Bocce gold medalist • Children’s games and prizes • Picnic races Special thanks to businesses who have donated items including The River Market, Red Brick, and Brick & Mortar Living.

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This is to address community concern that too much of the site’s access was being concentrated at the intersection of Braid and Rousseau streets.

Signal coordination with railway operations has also been improved, and there will be coordination of the four traffic signals on Brunette between Braid and Highway 1.

Coun. Jonathan Coté said he is interested in how the trails through the site will connect the community to Brunette River and Hume Park, a component Astles said the community felt was important.

Sapperton Green would have moved along at a quicker pace if it could have been able to get its proposed office space leased, said Astles. He claimed the project was in the running for TransLink’s headquarters before the transportation authority opted for the Brewery District, which he noted is about a quarter the size of Sapperton Green. Astles said Bentall Kennedy may have been able to overcome TransLink’s objection to the site, which is beside the Braid SkyTrain station, if it could have attracted a grocery store, café and other retail amenities to the project.

“In a perfect world we would start with a grocery, an anchor tenant and multi-family residential,” said Astles.

“We need to build something they can’t get anywhere else plus extraordinary design.”

The Sapperton Green site is owned by the B.C. Investment Management Corporation, which manages funds from public sector pension plans and trust funds, and is one of the owners of Bentall Kennedy.

Public consultation will continue before the developers make an application to amend the official community plan and create a set of guidelines that will provide direction of the site’s master plan.

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Jason Vanderhill adds a block to the giant Jenga puzzle he’s constructing at the River Market’s summer-ending barbecue celebration on Saturday.

‘They need someone on their side’ to someone for 30 minutes and you can solve a huge problem for But they feel an obligation to them, ease their mind.” carry on a tradition of offering Much of the work accomplished their services and knowledge for Wednesday was just that, listening free that dates back to Roman with an empathetic ear, said Dale times.

Darychuk, a New Westminster “It’s a noble tradition,” lawyer who was volunteering said Maclaren. “You his time. don’t see this in other “What people really professions.” need is someone to listen In fact it’s that ability to to them,” said Darychuk, help people navigate the who practices for a firm in DARYCHUK Port Coquitlam. “They feel complex and sometimes intimidating legal system beat down and they need that caused Priyam Samarakoone someone on their side.” to shift his career course from The legal advice dispensed medicine to law.

Wednesday ranged from family “I’ve always been interested and employment law, to wills in solving problems,” said to landlord-tenant disputes, Samarakoone, who was recently immigration issues and even called to the bar. “You can speak criminal cases. Complex situations ⫸

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that couldn’t be solved over the white linen-draped folding tables were referred to one of the 110 summary legal advice clinics Access Pro Bono runs across British Columbia.

Participating lawyers also raised money by soliciting pledges for the billable hours they were volunteering. Last year’s event raised $60,000.

More importantly, said Darychuk, it leaves everyone involved with a sense that justice can be done, regardless of their income or station.

“You get closer to the problem of limited access to justice,” said Darychuk. “If the public isn’t happy with the way the justice system works, that’s bad for the justice system.”

Two other Canadian police departments received calls from a man saying he was planning to kidnap a woman, like the one New West police received Sept. 1.

The NWPD said they received a call on their non-emergency line from a man saying he lived in New Westminster on Columbia Street, was 29, wanted to be called Fleece Johnson, and that his potential victim lived five houses down from him. He also said she was 26 with no children and he’d known her for five years after meeting her in a nearby pub.

Police issued a warning to the public and asked for help identifying the man, who spoke with an accent. They provided media outlets an audio tape of the call. On the same day, the RCMP detachment in Thompson, Man., as well as another Canadian police department received three calls each from the same caller stating similar information.

The calls were not able to be traced.

The NWPD continues to investigate. Anyone with information is asked to call NWPD at 604-525-5411 or via email tipline@ nwpolice.org.

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Resident Electors: • Must be eighteen years of age or older;

CITYPAGE NOTICE OF ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS OPPORTUNITY REGARDING New Westminster Substation Upgrades Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 7604, 2013 Elector response forms may be obtained at the New Westminster City Hall Information Desk, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster or on the City’s website www.newwestcity.ca. Completed forms must be dropped off at the Information Desk or delivered to the City Clerk’s Office, City of New Westminster, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC, V3L 1H9, by 4:30 pm on Tuesday, October 8, 2013.

Pursuant to Section 86 of the Community Charter, the City of New Westminster is proposing to seek the assent of the electors of the City of New Westminster by an alternative approval process. This alternative approval process applies to the entire City of New Westminster. The question before the electors is whether they are opposed to New Westminster City Council adopting “New Westminster Substation Upgrades Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 7604, 2013” (a bylaw to pay for upgrades to the New Westminster Substation), without first obtaining the assent of the electors by voting.

The proposed bylaw authorizes City Council to borrow for the stated purpose by way of debentures a sum not exceeding Twenty Five Million Dollars ($25,000,000) repayable not later than twenty (20) years from the date of issue of such debentures.

The number of eligible electors in the City of New Westminster is estimated to be 45,273. Council may proceed with adoption of Bylaw No. 7604, 2013 unless, by the deadline set out below, at least 10% (4,527) of the estimated number of electors of the City of New Westminster sign an alternative approval process elector response form indicating that Council may not proceed with adoption of the bylaw without first receiving the assent of the electors by voting.

Instructions:

• Must be a Canadian citizen; • Must have been a resident of British Columbia for at least six months immediately before the day the response form is signed; • Must have been a resident of the City of New Westminster for at least 30 days immediately before the day the response form is signed; and • Must not be disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or be otherwise disqualified by law.

Non - Resident Electors: • Must NOT qualify as a Resident Elector of the City of New Westminster; • Must be eighteen years of age or older; • Must be a Canadian citizen; • Must have been a resident of British Columbia for at least six months immediately before the day the response form is signed; • Must have been the registered owner of real property in the City of New Westminster for at least 30 days immediately before the day the response form is signed; • Must not be disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or be otherwise disqualified by law; If there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may register as a non-resident property elector and only with the written consent of the majority of the owners; and NOTE: A person must not sign any alternative approval process elector response form more than once and may not withdraw his or her name from the alternative approval process elector response form after the deadline for submission of the elector response forms has passed.

The Bylaw and related material is available for public inspection at the New Westminster City Hall Information Desk, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC, during normal business hours being 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday inclusive (except Statutory Holidays) from August 27th, 2013. The materials can also be found on the City’s website www.newwestcity.ca.

The deadline for submitting a signed alternative approval process elector response form, opposing adoption of the bylaw without first receiving the assent of the electors by voting, for the “New Westminster Substation Upgrades Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 7604, 2013” is on or before 4:30 pm, Tuesday, October 8, 2013.

• If you are opposed to the adoption of the bylaw without it first receiving assent of the electors by voting, you may sign an alternative approval process elector response form.

This is the second of two publications of this notice.

Dated this 6th day of September 2013.

• If you are not opposed to the adoption of the bylaw, you need do nothing.

Rick Page City Clerk, City of New Westminster

• Alternative approval process elector response forms will be accepted only if they are in the form established by the Council of the City of New Westminster. The forms are available at the New Westminster City Hall Information Desk, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster or on the City’s website www.newwestcity.ca . Alternative approval process elector response forms must be submitted to the City Clerk, City of New Westminster, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L1H9. The deadline for submission of signed forms is on or before 4:30 pm, Tuesday, October 8, 2013 • Accurate copies of the elector response form may be made and used for signing.

• A person may not sign an elector response form more than once.

• A person who is not an elector of the City of New Westminster must not sign the elector response form.

• A person may not withdraw his or her name from an elector response form after 4:30 pm on Tuesday, October 8, 2013 • The name and residential address of the person signing must be included in this elector response form, and if applicable, also the address of the property in relation to which the person is entitled to register as a nonresident property elector.

NEW WEST WALKS — WALKING GROUP Walking is rated as Canada’s most popular physical activity and New Westminster is a great place to walk! Regular walking improves cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, endurance, and mental health while improving energy levels, reducing the risk of chronic disease and helping with weight management.

This new walking group will meet weekly at Centennial Community Centre to walk a variety of routes on the City’s East side. The program is FREE and will meet on Wednesdays at 2:30 pm beginning on September 11th. Plan on coming out to join in the weekly walk and benefit from some fresh air, exercise and enthusiasm of the group! Please wear suitable footwear and appropriate clothing for the weather.

For more information please call Centennial Community Centre at 604-777-5100.

• To sign an alternative approval process elector response form you MUST meet the following criteria for either a Resident Elector OR a Non-resident (Property) Elector in the City of New Westminster: CONTINUED IN NEXT COLUMN

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Friday, September 6, 2013 NewsLeader A5

Rental tower proposed A 26-storey tower with nearly 300 residential rental units is proposed for the former Gyro health building on Sixth Street.

GBL Architects has applied for rezoning and development permits for 57 Sixth St. as well as 515 and 529 Carnarvon to build a 282-unit rental project that would also have a 7,500 sq. ft. commercial component

on the ground floor. Groundoriented units along Carnarvon and Victoria streets are also proposed.

The initial proposal covering 197,000 sq. feet of residential space calls for 157 one-bedroom units, 66 studio units, 51 twobedroom apartments and eight with three bedrooms. Although 410 parking spaces are required,

Hyack society faceoff postponed The Hyack Festival Association board of directors has postponed a special general meeting scheduled for next Tuesday in which membership was to vote on the removal of four members of its executive.

A press release issued by association president Gavin Palmer on Wednesday said the meeting had originally been

“requested by a select group on the Board.”

A notice had been sent out to members for a meeting to be held at the Royal City Curling Club on Sept. 10 to vote on the removal from office of Palmer, treasurer Gloria Munro, president elect Nadine Proulx and vice president Alan Wardle.

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(The city’s recent approval in principle of the Downtown Parking Study would reduce the spots required to 218 spaces.)

The proposal will go to the Downtown Residents Association, an open house, and reviews by the advisory planning commission and the city’s design panel.

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“The reasons given for canceling were part of an in-camera session of our board meeting, and therefore I am not at liberty to comment on the details,” said Palmer in the press release, which also said Hyack membership will be notified when a new date has been set.

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A bit bloated ICBC is hiking auto insurance premiums almost five per cent in the latest government tax gouge.

Make no mistake, the public insurer is just another arm of B.C.’s bloated government bureaucracy. This B.C. Liberal government’s constant messaging about what a low-tax regime it is offering rings hollow considering the premium it attaches to so many government services, from ferries, to MSP premiums, even toll bridges.

Critics, including the Consumers Association of Canada, point out that ICBC has become a cash cow for the government. The association says that since taking office, the Liberals have taken more than $1.2 billion out of ICBC. Yet now ICBC says it needs 4.9 per cent more in basic insurance.

At the same time, the insurer forecasts a net income of $230 million this year and next.

The corporation is accumulating funds. In 2002, ICBC’s reserves were $314 million – and there should be surplus to safeguard an insurer against an unexpected spike in claims. But there was a loud protest from critics when the agency said it would bring the reserves to $1 billion. By 2010, they were at $3.8 billion.

There should be a formal determination of how much the Crown corporation needs in reserve, expressed as a percentage of the agency’s annual payout for injury settlements.

The remainder of the reserves must be returned to B.C. drivers in the form of lower premiums.

For years, ICBC has been allowed to take the tactic of raising basic premiums, while lowering optional product prices to compete with private insurers.

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Killing TransLink and regional vision Not that I want to publicize Jordan Bateman (the local spokesman for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation) even more, since the media do enough of that already (and let’s face it, I get my fair share of coverage too)—but in the absence of leadership from local leaders, his strategy regarding the transit referendum may well prevail.

And what strategy is that?

Why, getting people to vote against their self-interest in order to effectively disable TransLink— and with it, the regional vision we have pursued for decades with considerable success.

Not, of course, that Metro citizens will intend to vote against more transit or a more sustainable region. But thanks to Jordan’s strategy, that’s what will happen.

Here’s how the strategy works.

1. First, discredit government—in this case, TransLink, and the collective goods we pay for with taxes.

Ignore the larger purpose of the organization and concentrate on the ‘bureaucrats,’ whom you can

Gordon Price dismiss contemptuously.

2. To do that, use small examples, real or manufactured, to tar the entire organization.

Whether free coffee for staff, bonuses for executives, teething problems for Compass Cards, policing costs (or not enough policing), the installation of fare gates (or not installing fare gates), it doesn’t matter what the examples are—so long as there is a steady beat of criticism, amplified for and by the media.

3. Maintain that any new programs can be paid for by eliminating “waste, fraud and abuse.” Never give credit for any instances where that actually occurs. TransLink has already had three performance reviews and an audit, it has already saved millions in “efficiencies” (often a

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euphemism for cuts)—but never mind. Always maintain that spending is “out of control.”

4. Establish the bottom line as “No More Taxes.” Do not ever get into a debate about the value and merit of what those taxes purchase. Simply repeat, and repeat: NMT. 5. Suggest that voters can “send TransLink a message” by voting for “none of the above” on the transit-funding referendum.

It matters not that eliminating the entire administration of TransLink (about four percent of its budget) would barely pay for a few more bus routes, much less a multi-billion-dollar rapidtransit line. Insist that cutting salaries and perks is a necessary condition (though never sufficient) before discussing new revenues. At that point, simply assert that we’re taxed out, even if we’re paying less taxes or getting new services.

By aggressively attacking the organization so that those in favour of a new tax will have to defend it before they can argue in favour of its funding, you disarm

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the proponents before they even begin a “yes” campaign.

Meanwhile, time is running out—434 days left til Nov. 15 (though it’s possible that the referendum might be held in May or June)—and we haven’t even got the wording yet, much less leadership for a yes vote.

One wonders whether the CTF was instrumental in convincing the Premier to go with the referendum idea during the election, since it gives them an ideal platform to pursue their agenda.

Better yet, blame for a No vote can be put on local politicians for their inability to convince the electorate. And the subsequent cutbacks on local transit services as other sources of revenue decline thereby justify another round of criticism of TransLink.

It just doesn’t get any better than that.

Gordon Price is director of the City Program at SFU. He blogs on transportation and urban issues at pricetags.wordpress.com.

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On Aug. 17, I went to the Quayside Boardwalk Festival.

There were lots of people, entertainment and food.

I visited the Royal Westminster Regiment booth where I got some disturbing information. I was told by one of the staff that they have been receiving a yearly grant of $1,000 from the City of New Westminster.

However, this year they were denied their grant. The city staff recommended it but council denied it. I asked why and I was told they do not know.

Why can’t the city fund them for $1,000?

Would it bankrupt the city’s coffers?

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Re: Council to talk about Hyack firing It’s interesting that Couns. Bill Harper and Jonathan Coté want to discuss, in an open council meeting, an association’s confidential firing of an employee on the premise that the city funds the organization.

Further that Harper and Mayor Wayne Wright have consistently voted against funding for Hyack over the years. I remember a time when city hall didn’t appear to have stability in the past either, Coun.

Coté. In the same light if taxpayers fund city hall does this mean we are privileged to

hear all about city hall employee dismissals?

Let’s start with Tim Whitehead, former planning director who was paid a large sum upon his departure. Since when does city hall get involved in non-profit organization’s business just because they provide funding?

What’s next? BIA? The Chamber of Commerce or Royal City Farmers Market?

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Many dentists donate their time at free or reduced-cost dental clinics around the province (for a listing, go to www. bcdental.org).

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Issue of access to dental care important Re: Hooped without a good dental plan (Column, NewsLeader, Aug. 28) Like any journalist, Sandy Macdougall has an obligation to get his facts right.

In justifying illegal dentistry by unqualified and unsafe practitioners, he has undermined the more important public policy debate around access to dental care and funding for oral health.

The fact that Tung Sheng Wu operated out of his home was not the problem.

Real dentists who work out of their homes must meet the high standards of competent care expected of every dentist registered with the College of Dental Surgeons of BC (CDSBC). Their facilities must meet infection control standards established

by CDSBC, as well as building code and other safety standards/ regulations.

Mr. Wu did none of these things. He risked his clients’ health for his own gain.

We do not deny that illegal dental practices may exist, and the Tung Sheng Wu case may spark similar reports. However, we have no evidence that they are widespread.

Anyone can confirm that their dentist is registered by going to the Directory of Dentists at www.cdsbc. org. If the person they are seeing for dental care is not registered/ licensed they should contact CDSBC. We cannot assume that the cost of dentistry is the sole reason Mr. Wu’s clientele chose to go to him. Evidence indicates that many of his patients were affluent and could well afford to go to

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Coun. Betty McIntosh wants to light up more parts of the city this coming holiday season than just Uptown and Downtown.

A report to council last week outlined a cost-sharing agreement for holiday lighting with the business associations of those two areas. Plans call for 34 poles to be decorated Uptown and a 38-foot lighted tree to be placed again in

Hyack Square. The proposals, dollars upgrading 12th Street which were initiated by the and East Columbia. business associations Coun. Jaimie would cost a total of McEvoy said his $8,900 to the city. preference would be But McIntosh to add lighting to suggested the city those areas and not to contact the 12th redistribute the money Street and Sapperton currently planned for MCINTOSH business associations two associations to to see if they wanted four “because the price to be involved as well since is not too high.” the city has spent millions of Planning analyst Carolyn

Armanini, who wrote the report recommending the deal with Uptown and Downtown, said this week she has contacted both the 12th Street and Sapperton associations but hadn’t heard back from them.

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Dogs dropped at shelter Twelve dogs were abandoned at the New Westminster Animal Shelter last Friday at about 4 a.m. and officials are hoping to find homes for them.

“We want to encourage the public to consider fostering or adopting some of these dogs,” said Sukh Maghera, animal services coordinator, in a press release. “Our shelter is currently full, so even temporary homes would be welcomed.”

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A photo posted on the social media website Twitter over the weekend of his store’s sidewalk sandwich board announcing a “Store Closing Sale” elicited responses from shock, sadness and resignation that once again the city’s historical core couldn’t support anything other than wedding shops.

But Richardson says that’s not the case. With the lease expiring this fall on the space he occupies at Carnarvon and Sixth Street, he decided it’s time to pursue other opportunities.

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Arts Council movie series launches The Arts Council of New Westminster is offering the opportunity to see nine award winning films over the next year as part of its Last Monday at the Movies series.

And until Saturday (Sept. 7) the early bird price of $60 still applies.

The films are selected from the International Film catalogue, and the series kicks off Sept. 30 at the Massey Theatre when Still Mine is shown.

This film is an affecting and sensitive story about the bond between a man and his wife as they enter the twilight of their lives.

It is nominated for seven Canadian Screen Awards.

Still Mine, starring James Cromwell, is a To see the trailers for the first Canadian-made film released earlier this year three films in the series, visit that has received rave reviews. It’s the first film www.artscouncilnewwest.org. in the Arts Council’s Last Monday at the Movies series.

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Seniors aged 55 and over with a talent for singing, dancing, playing a musical instrument, storytelling, reciting poetry, magic, juggling or even ventriloquism can audition individually or in groups of up to

four for a place amongst the 12 finalists on Sunday, Sept. 15 at the Sapperton Pensioners Hall, 318 Keary St. There will be two sessions, 1-3 p.m. and 4-6 p.m.

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Briefs

Curious Flea to return to River Market Sept. 14 The first Curious Flea in June was so successful the River Market will be making them a quarterly event.

A Curious Flea consists of vendors—many of them artisans—selling antiques, collectibles and repurposed items in the market. The fall event will be held Saturday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is free, although for a $10 fee customers can get first pick of the items an hour before the opening.

Come out for some Green Drinks Energy and sustainability will be the theme of the New Westminster Environmental Partners’ next GreenDrinks New West session.

Guest speakers

will be Norm Connolly, the City of New Westminster’s community energy manager, and Nigel Protter, executive director of CEO of BC Sustainable Energy Association.

The free event, which will be held at the Heritage Grill on Thursday, Sept. 12, will begin with a meet-andgreet starting at 6:30 p.m.

For more information check www.nwep.ca and the organization’s Facebook page.

New West port’s 100-year history The 100th anniversary of the formal formation of a port in New Westminster will be recognized at the New Westminster Historical Society’s next meeting.

The New Westminster Harbour

Commission was formed in 1913 eventually evolving into the Fraser River Harbour Commission and then the Fraser River Port Authority before being taken over by Port Metro Vancouver.

The presentation by historian Archie Miller will be held at the Fraser River Discovery Centre on Wednesday, Sept. 18, starting at 7:30 p.m. It is free and no pre-registration is required.

minutes to two hours and costs $10. For more information call 604-526-6113 or email tours@senseofhistory. com.

Block party The New West Salvation Army will hold a block party in front of its facility

at 325 Sixth St., on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The theme is emergency preparedness and includes disaster

response trucks and a white elephant sale noon to 2 p.m.

There will also be free entertainment, food, crafts and games.

Our routes, they are a changing Starting September 2

Tour focuses on the port The last historical walking tour of the year, put on by Archie and Dale Miller’s A Sense of History Research Services, will also feature the port’s centennial.

It will be held on Sunday, Sept. 15, and start from in front of the Discovery Centre at 1:30 p.m.

It will take about 90

Reroute 101 Lougheed Station/22nd Street Station • Now operates between Lougheed Station and 22nd Street Station along 6th Avenue only, no longer operates along 8th Avenue • Bus service along 8th Avenue via the rerouted 128 Braid Station/22nd Street Station (formerly route number 154)

Reroute and Rename 154 Braid Station/ 22nd Street Station • Now operates between Braid Station and 22nd Street Station along 8th Avenue only, no longer operates along 6th Avenue • Bus service along 6th Avenue via the rerouted 101 Lougheed Station/22nd Street Station • Name change to 128 Braid Station/22nd Street Station

Improve C98 Kingswood/22nd Street Station • The C98 will reroute off Highway 91 onto Westminster Highway between Howes Street and Hamilton Interchange • This reroute improves connections between the C98 and 410, as well as provides service to the Queensborough Landing, Hamilton and Kingswood areas • This reroute along Westminster Highway will also cover a large portion of the discontinued C99 route

Discontinue C99 Port Royal/Hamilton • The C99 will discontinue due to extremely low ridership without any growth since its introduction in 2007 • Customers in Port Royal can still access service to the shopping district of Hamilton by transferring between the 410 and 104

Visit translink.ca/servicechanges to learn more about the many other changes beginning on September 2.

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SPORTS

Morneau takes trip on Pirates playoff ship New Westminster’s Justin Morneau will get a shot at winning the World Series after being traded by the only Major League Baseball organization he’s known.

The Minnesota Twins, which drafted him in 1999 as a catcher, traded the slugging first baseman to playoff-bound Pittsburgh Pirates at the MLB waiver trade deadline.

The struggling Twins decided to trade Morneau because he will become a free agent at the end of the season when his six-year, $80 million deal with the Twins expires.

The Pirates are battling for first place in the National League Central Division with the St. Louis Cardinals and Cincinnati Reds, but even if they don’t win the division they are almost certain to get one of two wild card playoff spots.

“You leave the only place you’ve ever known, but you come to a pennant race, and the reason everybody plays this game is to try

and win a World Series,” Morneau told reporters after the trade. told the Minneapolis Star-Tribune.

“We’ve seen tangible reasons for “We came here to try and do that, why he’s hit nine home runs in the so I can’t look at that as anything month of August, we’ve got some but a positive. At the same time, confidence he’ll continue to do I have a lot of friends and that.” family and long relationships Minnesota GM Terry in Minnesota. I have to leave Ryan made the deal with for a little bit but there’s some reluctance. “It’s tough. nothing that says I won’t ever I was around Justin a long be back there. It’s a new time,” Ryan told reporters. chapter, I think. There are “It was emotional for MORNEAU a lot of positives, but it was everyone involved.” tough leaving the only pace “No doubt, he was our I’ve ever known.” leader,” said Twins field manager Prior to the trade, Morneau had Ron Gardenhire said. “He was a .259 batting average with 17 home the one who set the table in there. runs and 74 runs driven in. He is When something needed to be a four-time all-star and was the said, Mornie always was always American League’s Most Valuable able to step up.”

Player in 2006. His attractiveness to Morneau has struggled Pittsburgh increased during August with injuries the last few years, when he hit nine homers. particularly after he suffered a “Our guys have seen small concussion sliding into second base mechanical adjustments,” Pirates in a game in Toronto in 2011 when general manager Neal Huntington the knee of Blue Jays infielder John

McDonald clipped Morneau’s head. The injury caused Morneau to miss most of the 2012 season.

But he told the Star-Tribune the injuries weren’t his biggest regret at leaving Minnesota.

“Not winning a World Series would be No. 1,” he said. “The injuries, though, really helped me appreciate the game. Obviously, I enjoyed the game before, but I had never really struggled before, and to come back and to battle through everything and be able to come back and play, and to just enjoy the game is something that gave me a different perspective.

“I can’t really say I regretted it. Obviously, it was unfortunate, but sometimes bad things have to happen to you before you realize how good you have it.”

In his final game with the Twins last Friday, Morneau hit the 221st home run of his career to pass Tony Oliva for third place amongst

Twins home run hitters.

Asked what he wants his Twins legacy to be, Morneau told the Star-Tribune: “I think it’s kind of weird the way it worked out, that on Friday I hit a home run to pass Tony Oliva on the team list,” he said. “The numbers don’t speak for everything. I’m as proud of what I did off the field as what I did on it.

“I’m proud that you never saw my name in a DUI report or a bar fight. I was able to try and make a difference in the community and be a good role model. I don’t think I understood that early in my career, that as much as I didn’t want to be or think I was one, you learn that it’s a responsibility for all of us.

“What I’ve learned is that every day as a big-leaguer is a good day.”

Morneau is wearing No. 36 with the Pirates since his trademark No. 33 has been retired by Pittsburgh to honour Hall of Famer Honus Wagner.

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Craft Fair: The Ladies Au x i l i a r y o f t h e Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 20 will be sponsoring a craft fair.

Tables $20. You must provide your own liability insurance.

Proceeds from rentals support local charities.

When: Saturday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: CAW Hall, 707 12th St., New Westminster. To reserve a table: Vera Gjestrum, 604-520-1187 or veragj@shaw.ca.

Path to Enlightenment: Learn what enlightenment is and the path to reach it. Easy to learn techniques, blessings included.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 11, 7–8:30 p.m. Where: Alan Emmott Centre, 6650 South Oaks Crescent, Burnaby.

Cost: $25. Info: alice. vasile@gmail.com or 604-336-4833.

Knit2gether: Come enjoy a couple hours of knitting, crochet, stitch and chat with like-minded people.

We are an informal, friendly group, everyone welcome all ages and all skill levels. Bring your yarn and needles, scissors, and supplies and get started! (A limited number of needles and yarn are available for those who want to give knitting/crocheting a try). Tea and cookies provided. Free event, no registration required.

When: Saturday, Sept.

14, Oct. 14, Nov. 16, Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Tommy Douglas Library, 7311 Kingsway, Burnaby.

Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat: Brentwood Town Centre presents Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat. Free and everyone is welcome. When: Saturday, Sept. 14, 12 to 12:30 p.m., followed by balloon twister 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Where: Brentwood To w n Centre, 4567 Lougheed Hwy., Burnaby. Info: foster@shapepm. com, 604-299-0606 x222 or http://www. brentwoodtowncentre. com/news-events/ event-calendar.asp.

the L a w. To p i c s include: how to protect yourself, your rights and responsibilities, s e c u r i t y d ep o s i t s , illegal entry, repairs and evictions. Free, advance registration required.

When: Tuesday, Sept.

17, 7-8:30 p.m. Where: Bob Prittie Metrotown branch, program room, 6100 Willingdon Ave., Burnaby. Info or to register: 604-436-5400 or http://bpl.bc.ca/ events.

Handbell choirs: Children aged 8 to 12 and youth aged 12 or older as well as adults can learn to read music and ring handbells.

No previous music experience needed.

Experienced handbell ringers or adults with music ba ckground can join the Memorial Bell Ringers. When: Thursday, Sept. 19, children aged 8-12— 3:45 to 4:30 p.m., ages 12 and up—5 to 6 p.m., experienced adults—6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Where: Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Avenue, New Westminster. Info: 604-522-1606.

Post-separation workshop: A free workshop for men and women who are no longer a couple and are now adjusting to a life on their own. Facilitated by a certified counsellor, the s e s s i o ns w i l l assist the individual in developing the necessary skills for a p o s i t ive f u t u re after a terminated relationship.

To acquire a support system by interacting with others who understand and can relate to circumstances similar to their own.

To gain information, and guidance. Single parenting issues will be addressed. Registration required. When: Four 2-hour workshops, Sept. 20 and 27, Oct. 4 and 11, 7 to 9 p.m.

Where: Century House, 620 8th St., New Westminster. Register: molly66@shaw.ca or 604-521-6200.

Living Single: Century House offers a free workshop for men and women who are no longer a couple and are adjusting to life on their own. This will assist you in developing

the skills for a positive f u t u r e . Wo r k s h o p facilitated by a certified counsellor. When: four two-hour workshops, Sept. 20 and 27, and Oct. 4 and 11, from 7-9 p.m. Where: 620 Eighth St., New Westminster.

Register: molly66@ shaw.ca or 604-5216200 100 year celebration: The community is invited to a celebration of 100 years at Second Street Community School (7502 Second S t . , B u r n a by ) . A chance to share great memoroies, reunions and refreshments.

When: Sept. 26 and 27, 4 p.m. each day.

Where: at the school.

Info: Roger Mlait at 604 377 1944.

Riverfest: Fraser River Discovery Centre presents a local celebration to mark B.C. and World Rivers Day with art exhibits, activities, and entertainment.

When: Friday, Sept.

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Live, work and play at MOSAIC’s Fremont Blue

By Kerry Vital

MOSAIC Homes is bringing a touch of colour to Port Coquitlam with Fremont Blue, their new townhome development that’s a paradise for outdoor lovers. The second phase starts sales this month.

“This is the most exciting property today,” says MOSAIC’s Geoff Duyker. “It’s just a beautiful place to live.”

Fremont Blue is bordered by the Pitt River, the 25-kilometre

Traboulay Trail and park land.

“We’ve had people stop by the Home Store on their bikes after getting off the trail,” Duyker says. “It’s really rare to be able to live in this kind of setting.”

The homes themselves include open-plan layouts with plenty of space to relax or entertain, oversized windows and nine-foot ceilings throughout the main living areas to maximize your sense of space.

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housing,” Duyker says. “MOSAIC has a long track record of building sought-after homes.”

Fremont Blue will be part of the master-planned Fremont community, which will include shopping and restaurants.

You’ll also be close by schools, leisure and recreation opportunities, as well as the convenience of the Port Mann Bridge, or commuting to Burnaby or Vancouver without having to cross the river.

“The whole neighbourhood is going to look a lot different in a few years,” says Duyker. “You could literally live, work and play here. This is the most significant master-planned development in the region.”

Buyers will also have access to the Fremont Riverclub, which will include 12,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, including a lap pool, outdoor cooking area, gym, fitness studio and a great room with a big-screen TV, lounge, pool table, card tables and entertainment kitchen and bar, among many other things.

Homes start in the mid-$300,000s. For more information, visit mosaichomes.com, call 604-552-0319 or visit the Home Store at 2332 Ranger Lane, open between noon and 6 p.m.

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Kitsilano is a vibrant neighbourhood, and Kits360 is perfectly situated to take advantage of every amenity, above right. Among the gorgeous features you’ll find in your new home at Kits360 are stainless-steel appliances and high-gloss cabinetry, below right.

A well-rounded life at Kits360

By Kerry Vital

Kitsilano is one of Vancouver’s most desirable areas, with its array of amenities and outdoor activities all in one place. Intergulf Development Group is now bringing an equally enticing offer to the neighbourhood with Kits360.

“Kits is one of the best neighbourhoods in Vancouver,” says project manager Macartney Greenfield. “We named the project Kits360 because there are amenities in literally every direction.”

That’s no exaggeration. Kits360 is just steps from the 5th Avenue Cinemas, shopping on West 4th Avenue and recreation on the seawall. You’re also minutes from South

Granville, Yaletown, Granville Island and downtown Vancouver, as well as Kits Beach, Kits Pool and the boardwalk trail.

“Kits is a very vibrant community,” Greenfield says. “And that atmosphere can be found in the community of Kits360 as well.”

The homes are completed and move-in ready now, which Greenfield says is one of the big draws for buyers.

“There’s been a lot of excitement around completion,” she says. “Many happy homeowners have already moved in, and there’s already a great energy within the building. This is definitely an opportunity you can’t miss. It’s a phenomenal place to live.”

The final release of inventory at Kits360 features just 15 two-bedroom suites and penthouse homes, ranging from 776 to about 978 square feet. Many homes feature fantastic ocean, mountains or city views and space for outdoor entertaining.

“They’re really the cream of the crop. The floorplans available give you lots of flexibility depending on how you live your life,”

Greenfield says, noting that both downsizers and growing families alike have found their dream home at Kits360.

“Our floorplans are designed to make condo living a reality for our buyers with flex spaces for their home office, nursery, or whatever they may need,” she says.

Each home is spacious and open, with plenty of room to entertain or relax.

The kitchens are particularly beautiful.

“The kitchen is really the jewel of your home,” Greenfield says. “It’s a huge focus for people and Intergulf did it right.”

The stainless-steel appliances are complemented by a modern stone backsplash high-gloss cabinetry and stone countertops.

“You can spend tons of time entertaining in here,” Greenfield says.

You’ll find engineered laminate wood flooring throughout your new space, as well as over-height ceilings in most homes and a stackable washer/dryer. The bathrooms hold luxurious soaker tubs and plenty of thoughtful details.

“Older homes in Kits don’t have these features,” Greenfield says. “This is a rare opportunity to get this calibre of living and this address.”

The amenities at Kits360 are truly topnotch, including an expansive rooftop terrace and outdoor barbecue with a garden, lounge and kitchen area, as well as a courtyard water feature and two fully equipped fitness centres.

There is also a 24-hour concierge and bike storage space. With all the amenities available at Kits360, there’s an immediate feeling of luxury as you step inside the building. It’s also obvious that the project fits perfectly into the neighbourhood and everything that makes the area so great.

The final release of two-bedroom homes at Kits360 start at $599,900. For more information, visit www.kits360.com, call 604-737-0360 or visit the sales office at 1777 West 7th Avenue, open starting Saturday Sept.

7 from 12 to 5 p.m. daily except Friday, or by appointment.

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For more information please contact Tracey Davies of Park Georgia Realty at 604-761-4138

A gorgeous backyard, perfect for entertaining.

Welcome home! 2,619 square feet! Three bedrooms on the main, bonus bright one bedroom suite down, three bathroom fully renovated home located in the sought after “Crest” neighbourhood in Burnaby. Nothing to do but move in! Over $200,000 of high end finishings completed in 2010. You’ll love the custom kitchen with high efficiency appliances, upgraded electrical, new drain tiles, granite in main kitchen and bathrooms!

New windows, hardwood, berber, and slate floors topped with designer paint accents. Excellent schools, shops, parks, transit and a short drive to freeway access. If you are looking for a large backyard, this is it! 9,900 square feet of lush park-like lot just waiting for you. Call today to schedule a showing of this very special home.

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Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader, is seeking an energetic, tower technician the applicant must have full understanding of electronics and 3 phase power.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

KITCHEN HELPERS Batta Holdings Ltd Dba Taco Time is hiring 2 F/T, permanent kitchen helpers 4820 Kingsway, Bby. Duties: Wash, peel, and cut vegetables and fruits. Clean and sanitize kitchen including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances, and equipment.

Receive, unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, and cupboards. Sweep and mop floor etc. Salary $10.30/hour.

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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)7235051Edson,Alta

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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

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Rough Collie and Dad is a PB small (50 lbs) Standard Poodle. Puppies are black with varying amounts of white on paws and chest and some are blue merle. Both males and females available. We have bred this litter special to create the perfect family companion (intelligent, gentle, easy to train, always willing to please, happy indoors and outdoors, good with children and animals, low to no shed). We are a 4H (agility, obedience, showmanship) family and our dogs are a part of our home and life and we wish the same for our puppies. Please consider the time and commitment needed to raise a dog and you will have our support and guidance for life. Pups will have first shots and deworming. Black males are $850, females and blue merles are $950.

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ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304

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604-572-3733

AFFORDABLE INT/EXT Painting.

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

MOVE IN TODAY!!!

CALL ANYTIME TO VIEW

612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE

PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS

NEW WESTMINSTER - 2 bdrm. garden suite $1200 & 3 bdrm. w/ garden view $1300. Deluxe units.

W/D & D/W. H/W flrs. Cls. to 8th street skytrain. N/P N/S Avail. Now. Must See! 604.524.5494

1 & 2 Bdrm Suites Centrally Located, 1/2 blk-Metrotown Mall Full time caretaker.

Call (604) 931-2670

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

CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

Coquitlam Harbour Chimes 1 bdrm brand new, incl heat alarm granite counters NP $950 604-788-1275

CLEAN SPACIOUS SUITES

REAL ESTATE

CREPE restaurant in New Westminster for sale. Asking price $ 65,000. We are selling this business because we are expanding our business to catering. The 270-square feet restaurant is located in a renovated shopping centre with a lease until 2016. Gross sales from 2012 is greater than $100,000.

Information will be provided only to qualified buyers. Before replying , please be willing and prepared to provide your qualifications. Please contact us by e-mail at newwestbusiness88@yahoo.ca

SUITES, LOWER

APARTMENT/CONDO

ALTO CONN SAX $495.

Tenor Sax $495. 604-859-5925

627

Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988

HOT TUBS NO PROB!

PAINT SPECIAL

706

750

2 Bedroom $925.00 New Westminster 428 Agnes St. Clean and Quite, near Skytrain & Shopping Secured Parking & Extra Storage Incl. Heat & Hot Water N/S N/P Call Dan 604-306-9111

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

PIZZA & DONAIR RESTAURANT FOR SALE. Near Douglas College.

Call JB 604-314-1761

But Dead Bodies!!

www.paintspecial.com

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

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

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

PETS

Certified, Insured & Bonded

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

RENTALS

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

RELIABLE & AFFORDABLE

$45/Hr

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PETS

CAIRN TERRIER. Male, In training.

Ready to go. Shots, dewormed. $800. 604-807-5204.

www.affordablemovers.bc.com

• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

Difficulty Making Payments?

No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing?

We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

MISC. FOR SALE

bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

RENTALS

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

CHECK CLASSIFIEDS

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

AFFORDABLE MOVING

NEW WEST. Family Block Party.

Salvation Army. 325 6th St. Sat. Sept 7, 10-2. Games, food, plus lots more. Garage Sale - 12-2

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

Call Rob 604-518-8307

341

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALE Sunday Sept. 8, 9am - 2pm #2-52 Richmond St, New West (park on street - walk in to complex)

560

Call: 778-773-3737

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

TREE SERVICES

RCG MECHANICAL Local Res / Comm Plumber Hot Water Tanks ~ Furnaces Broilers ~ Plugged Drains Insured. Lic’d. Bonded. Free Est.

100% Heating & Plumbing 24/7

FERTILIZERS

REAL ESTATE

BURNABY, 7967 -19 Ave. Saturday & Sunday Sept 7th & 8th, 10AM-?

Tools, spoons, etc.

www.jaconbrospaving.com

338

533

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

604-477-4777 www.bathtime.ca HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 778-355-5840

SUNDECKS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Uptown, New Westminster

Top floor, 1 bedroom corner unit in great condition centrally located in uptown New West! Enjoy beautiful views from the private balcony & huge living area. Tons of natural light with many large windows. Huge master bedroom w/lots of extra space & storage. Newer laminate floor throughout in excellent condition! Massive, pretty cedar trees surround the unit offering plenty of privacy. Pet friendly building & owner occupied (no rentals allowed). 1 storage locker & 1 secure underground parking stall. Tons of visitor parking on street & rear lane. Maintenance fee of $238 per month includes property taxes, heat & hot water. Close to Royal City Centre,8th St. Skytrain,Moody Park, bus routes, Safeway, coffee shops & restaurants, barber. Well maintained.

Views: Mt. Baker, Malahat, Alex Fraser Bridge,Georgia Strait Call Wes or Patti Goss.

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

The Scrapper

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

A28 NewsLeader Friday, September 6, 2013