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new West is about to get a craft brewery, right next door to a popular local winery. See Page A3
SD40’s business company shutting down Grant Granger
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rip peterman, the president of the B.c. chapter of the national railway historical society, is worried the 23 historic rail coaches and one locomotive stored in a new Westminster warehouse will be scattered to collectors all over north america when the sapperton green property on Braid street is redeveloped.
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A collection of 23 vintage Canadian rail coaches as well as one infamous locomotive stored in a New Westminster warehouse is in danger of being broken up. Rip Peterman, president of the B.C. chapter of the National Railways Historical Society, said his group has until April to find a
new home for the 1940 to 1960-era Peterman said many of the rail train cars, which have been lovingly cars might end up in the United restored in a back corner of a States, and some coaches may get giant industrial dismantled by warehouse next other collectors to the Braid for parts. SkyTrain station. chuck Puchmayr, city councillor “This is The warehouse We have served notice that we probably the will be have an interest in preserving it. biggest operable demolished by collection in developer Bentall Kennedy to Canada,” said Peterman. make way for Sapperton Green, “We would like to keep it.” a 38-acre mixed-use development But with the clock ticking the including office buildings, retail and group, which is comprised of six residential. active railway buffs plus volunteers
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Just as it was providing profit to a deficit-besieged New Westminster school district, the business company is being shut down because changes to provincial regulations have made money-making highly unlikely. The SD40 business company’s board of directors has decided to transfer operations in China to a private company, CINEC Education Group, because of provincial policy changes imposed upon school district business companies in B.C. The Ministry of Education now requires the companies to use consultants from an approved list of 16, and the ones New West was using weren’t on it. The regulations also required students to pass the English 12 provincial exam before getting their graduation certificate and basing 40 per cent of their mark on the provincial exam and 60 per cent on classroom work. Those changes made it difficult to recruit students to the business company’s school in Wenzhou, China, said its chief executive officer Brent Atkinson, a former school trustee. please see A11
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CITYPAGE MOODY PARK RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION MEETING Thursday, October 10, 2013 7:00 pm at New Westminster Public Library, Plaskett Room Agenda: • Speeding on 8th Street (Century House) • Proposed Mixed Use Development: 744 - 12 Street. • Report from Police Committee Rep. • Report from Community Traffic Rep. For further information contact John Ashdown at 604-657-5600, or email moodyparkra@gmail.com Attention: Andrew Baker.
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO LICENSE New Westminster City Council has given three readings to Bylaw No. 7618, 2013, a Bylaw to License Part of Tipperary Park to the New Westminster Tennis Club, for a five-year term from October 1, 2013 to September 30, 2018. As directed by Sections 24 and 94 of the Community Charter, the City is providing Public Notification before executing the License Agreement. The License Agreement, offered below market value, will provide the New Westminster Tennis Club the ability to operate and maintain a tennis facility for the use, recreation and enjoyment of its members and for purposes incidental and ancillary thereto but for no other purpose.
Walking is rated as Canada’s most popular physical activity and New Westminster is a great place to walk! Regular walking improves cardio-vascular 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 meets on Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. 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.
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Craft beer brewery brewing in New West Grant Granger
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Jorden Foss and James Garbutt were visiting Vancouver Island in July 2012, and being beer connoisseurs, they decided to check out the Tofino Brewing Company. It was in an industrial park and along with making the beer, they served it in a tasting room and sold it to people by the keg, bomber bottles (650 ml) and growlers (large containers supplied by the customer). It was a simple little operation, and the New Westminster natives thought why not bring it to the Royal City. Foss says they’d always talked about going into business together because they got along so well, and
since they both enjoyed craft beer they’d joked about starting their own brewery. He admits, however, that when someone says, “we should start a brewery” out loud it sounds a bit insane. But they decided to put their money where their wisecracking mouths were anyway. The result is Steel&Oak, a craft beer house they hope to open on Stewardson Way next to the successful Pacific Breeze Winery sometime in the spring. “I’ve always been a lover of different food and drinks. I love the aroma, the taste, how everything can be layered perfectly to create an experience. So when I first realized that macro beer wasn’t all that was out there I
immediately became obsessed with craft beer,” said Foss. Both say when putting the business plan together they were encouraged to discover other small craft breweries were being set up in Greater Vancouver. “Breweries are also extremely expensive and for me it was a bit of a struggle to get my head around spending that much money out of the gate without having a product to sell yet,” says Foss. “For me it was about doing something I’m passionate about and being able to start it in a community that I grew up in and that I love, a community that I thought would not only support local craft beer but deserved to once again have a brewery to call their own. So
one day I just thought, ‘if you don’t jump now, you never will,’ so I did.” They already have Peter Schulz, a brewmaster with seven years’ experience, lined up. Garbutt says they have plans for some North American, German and English-style beers. Along with the usual method of using steel to brew beer they plan to make some oak-aged beers as well, hence the name Steel&Oak. Along with distributing to local pubs, they want to have a lounge tasting room and sell beer by the keg, the bomber bottle and by growlers to customers off the street. “It’s the best way to get fresh beer,” says Garbutt. Their website is steelandoak.ca.
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Jorden Foss and James Garbutt are currently renovating the warehouse space next to Pacific Breeze Winery, where they’ll offer local craft brews.
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The group finances its acquisitions by booking out the trains for private functions, tours and even movie shoots. Peterman said efforts to move the collection, even in a pareddown state, to new locations in Coquitlam and Port Moody have fallen through because property in the Lower Mainland is “too valuable” to set aside a chunk large enough to park a long train. “That’s how all our dreams and aspirations get crushed,” said Peterman, who noted the group’s work to acquire and restore rail cars has pretty much ground to a halt since last September when they rolled out their restoration of the diesel-electric locomotive
that was infamously at the head of the VIA Rail passenger train that collided with a freight train outside Hinton, Alberta in 1986, killing 23 people. Peterman said a proposal by the group to straighten a section of the spur line and set aside a small back corner of Sapperton Green for a historical working museum that would include a covered workshop, a pit for undercarriage repairs and a viewing gallery for the public to see them at work as well as appreciate the collection has so far fallen on deaf ears. But they’re not giving up. A recent query by New West City Coun. Chuck Puchmayr following a presentation to city council by the developer
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Rip Peterman checks out one of the 23 vintage rail coaches and one locomotive owned by the BC chapter of the National Railway Historical Society and stored in a New Westminster warehouse. His group is worried their collection will be scattered all over North America when the property is redeveloped.
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City taking a closer look at festivals Grant Granger
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Nine Royal City organizations that stage annual festivals lined up to give their thoughts on how the city doles out services and money to them at a special council meeting Tuesday. Traditionally, council reviews funding requests annually and bases its decisions on recommendations from city advisory committees. But late last year, council decided to review these procedures. “We need to be more diligent in terms of how we’re giving out our money,” said Coun. Bill Harper on Wednesday. Many of the organizations called for developing ways to pool resources for equipment, stage and tent rentals, and insurance. They also said it was a challenge having to deal with several city departments when planning the events. The Downtown Business Improvement Area (BIA), which stages the Royal City Show & Shine and the StrEAT
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food truck festival, suggested having a dedicated staff person be a one-stop shop for organizations would be beneficial. “Having to liaise with so many different City departments on individual aspects of each event, instead of a centralized go-to person who can help coordinate and streamline the process” is challenging, wrote the BIA in
its presentation. Dealing with so many departments can mean their information isn’t always accurately presented to council, said the BIA. Harper said New West should consider Coquitlam’s model that employs a coordinator to facilitate festivals by providing services such as producing a schedule, and the sharing of tents and tables. Please see DON’T, A8
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Border security It seems everyone has a border horror story to tell. Sometimes it’s a zealous customs officer who insists on going through every rote question about the intent, duration and nature of your visit, even if you’re just popping over the line for a tank of gas or jug of milk. Sometimes it’s a wave to the inspection lane. Followed by a hand-wringing wait as officers peer into every nook and cranny of your vehicle Sometimes it’s just about enduring the interminable lines when only one or two booths are open at the end of a holiday weekend. No matter how honest we are, sweaty palms and a hushed, serious demeanour always seem to be a part of the border experience. Border security officers have a tough job. Some of them don’t always do it with a smile on their face, or humour in their voice. A few seem to even relish the power they hold over the fate of individuals trying to enter their country. This goes for both sides of the line that separates Canada from America. Most of us can recognize the difference between diligence and power-tripping. Those who abuse the power of their position feel they are above reproach. They’re confident complaints will be swamped by bureaucracy, their bosses will look the other way. But bullying, over-aggressive behaviour by those entrusted as their country’s gatekeepers doesn’t serve anyone whether they’re regular visitors, tourists or residents. Or keep the country they’re protecting any safer. Proper training of border officers ensures everyone who comes through their station is dealt with in the interest of their country’s security and economy, not to make themselves feel better about their rotten day.
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Knock, knock! Who’s there? Within a one-minute walk of my home there are five empty houses. One has been empty for 26 years. Fortunately it is well cared for; gardeners come to cut the grass and prune the shrubs. A maintenance company checks for wear and tear, leaks, wasps nests, and squirrels in the attic. A young couple lived in it for six months in 1989, but no one has since then. One house has been empty for 14 years, another for 11 years. These are big homes. The other two are more recent—vacant less than five years. I’m surprised they aren’t rented out. Someone owns these homes and pays taxes, pays upkeep or security. It’s a bit strange, like dead teeth in an otherwise bright smile. Friends who live in condos say there are empty units, some for more than five years. There may be a rule against subletting, or perhaps the owners think of it as a bank account, a term deposit with hefty fees. They can’t all be mysterious overseas owners, can they? A colleague lives near Queen’s Park in New Westminster and
Anne Hopkinson says the same thing. As she runs she notices homes that are vacant: no garbage or recycling bins on the curb, overgrown lawns and gardens, and piles of soggy flyers on the doorstep. The up side is that they are quiet neighbours. Usually that’s a good thing, but some houses are dead quiet when they shouldn’t be. My house in Victoria is empty too. It’s a lovely old house right on the harbour. I own it with the rest of the citizens of B.C. But this house, the provincial legislature, is empty because of a political decision to avoid debate. I’m not a political pundit but even I am suspicious when the legislative assembly has only sat for 36 days out of 579. I know, Christy says she wants to “go out and talk to the people of B.C.” rather than “close
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herself off in Victoria” but really, it’s just not enough democracy for me. I need to see the house full and functioning to have confidence in the government. She didn’t attend the 17-day summer session. Now they won’t meet until February? Not good enough. What about accountability? The purpose of an opposition is to question the government on its policies and programs. They can’t do it if the Legislative Assembly doesn’t meet. Freedom of speech is a hollow principle if there are no speeches being made. My house by the river in Ottawa is empty too: another political decision to avoid debate. Yes, the Senate scandal is embarrassing, and Mr. Harper did appoint Pam (Wallin) and Paul (Duffy), but what’s with the cowardice? Some call it political manoeuvring, political smarts, but to me it looks weak. He’s using time as a damper on hot issues. We are promised 35 days out of the usual 55 for a fall session. What’s with the dwindling democracy in Canada? The old quote “Not only must justice be
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Hyack deserves respect Re: Time for an end to the chummy Hyack club (Column, NewsLeader, Sept. 27) It’s disappointing and sexist when a local column would use the term “old boys club” to describe an organization whose active past presidents are largely made up of women. It’s disappointing to see such a one-sided lamb-basting of an organization that has spent over 42 years entertaining young and old alike. Members of the New Westminster Hyack Festival Association attend parades and festivals locally in Vancouver, White Rock, Port Moody, Penticton, to name a few. All in the promotion of our fair city. Similarly, Hyack members that also attend these Northwest Festival hosting events (dressed in Hyack official uniform or dress, either hunter green board-of-director jackets or the Royal Stewart plaid jackets), most of whom pay their own way, volunteer their time to meet other festival organizers and encourage them to come to New West on an annual basis and participate in our international parade. It’s one of the largest of its kind in the Pacific Northwest, and directly stimulates the economy. One needs only to walk in a parade and see the joy brought to children of all ages to recognize the lives we touch on both sides of the border, with life-long friends and community relationships being created and maintained for decades. But this column wasn’t about the good work the organization has done and continues to do. It’s about the preponderance of scandal and disgruntlement. Clearly our former executive director has some friends who
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Parade weekend for our out-oftown guests. They organize the hotels, arrange for the formal dinner on Friday night where all the heads of out-of-town parades are recognized. They arrange for a postparade luncheon Saturday and a rose planting by the Portland Rosarians at city hall. They organize a boat trip with salmon dinner on Saturday night and then a farewell breakfast on Sunday morning. On top of that, we have a hospitality room all weekend where our volunteers make food for our guests. It makes for a very hectic weekend and some of us are not getting any younger. We also attend several hospitality meetings throughout the year and as soon as one year is finished, we start right away on next year’s hospitality. This model works very well and keeps the continuity of the hospitality weekend going. I should also point out, the only people who get their way paid for any Hyack out-oftown trips or functions are the ambassadors and chaperones, and the president and his spouse, and any city councillor who attends. Everyone else pays their own way and always have. We don’t travel on the taxpayers’ dime. You have another fact wrong. The executive director takes his direction from the president, not the other way round. Next time you wish to sit down and trash Hyack, it would be great if you checked your facts first. Ken F. Williams Long-time Hyack member New Westminster
were upset about his sudden departure (the second time by his own accord) and they’re not happy, so they appear to be reacting with vindictive zeal in an attempt to besmirch our association while personal agendas run amok. It is important to recognize that volunteer non-profit boards consist of citizens from all walks of life. Some may have little or no previous board or committee experience. As a friend of mine put it: “you can have five people in the room with seven different ideas.” That said, many come to the table because they want to give back to the community and at the same time contribute to making our city a better place to live. In short, these volunteers do their best with the knowledge and experience that they have. Members of an association become a family. Sooner or later families fight—that’s normal. What’s not normal is when outsiders get involved when they clearly do not know the history or all the nuances of what is or has taken place. I would like my “family” to be afforded the respect it has earned over its decades of service to the community while it continues striving, and even struggling at times, to grow and improve. Glen Richmond Past-President 2009 Hyack Festival Association
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COMMISSIONER ELECTRIC UTILITY Great City, Great Work, Great Future! The City of New Westminster’s Electric Utility requires a Commissioner to join the Board on a three year term assignment beginning in early 2014. The Electric Utility Board, which comprises of five Commissioners, oversees and guides the management of the Electric Utility. This is a public service position which pays a small stipend in recognition of service to the community. For further details about this posting and requirements for this public service position, please refer to our website at www.newwestcity.ca To apply, please forward your resume, by October 25, 2013 to the Human Resources Department, City of New Westminster, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9; Fax: 604 527 4619; or e-mail to hr@newwestcity.ca.
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However, Coun. Chuck Puchmayr isn’t sold on the idea. “I was really surprised at the diversity of concerns and needs from the different groups. Some groups have figured out the map of how to make it happen and others are finding obstacles along the route,� Puchmayr said, adding this is a great opportunity to put together a template for festival organizers and city staff. “Every time staff has brought forward a recommendation for a full-time coordinator for festivals I’ve been in opposition to it,� Puchmayr added.
How the city funds Summary of city grant funding to New Westminster community festivals including in-kind services: 2013 2012 Hyack Festival Association $180,000 $170,175 Downtown BIA $31,000 $26,739 FRDC $5,250 $2,380 Sapperton BA $15,366 $10,562 West End BA $10,700 $6,981 Pride Society $3,000 $5,000 Arts Council $4,700 $4,000 Quayside $0 $0 Summerfest $0 $0 Source: City of New Westminster
“I don’t even believe we need a full-time staff person or even a six-month staff person. I think a very clear template of checks and balances that the community can use is (enough).� The BIA also suggested having the option of providing multi-year grants so
events can be assured of running from year to year, especially since sponsorship deals are often long term. Harper said the city should look at having three-year contracts with the organizations explicitly saying how much money will be given, and what outcome the funding
is expected to produce instead of just giving the money out. “It gives predictability to the festivals,� said Harper. Puchmayr was surprised at the range of costs involved with some festivals being put on with a shoestring budget while others get huge sponsorship and are staged with virtually no city money. Staff will prepare a report identifying the common issues and themes of the presentations and produce recommendations for council to consider at its Oct. 21 meeting. twitter.com/lonegrangerbnw
City joins neighbours for business licensing New Westminster has joined with five other Lower Mainland communities to offer an intermunicipal business licence service.
The cities have adopted a common bylaw that allows businesses to purchase an inter-municipal business licence rather than having to get one
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A10 NewsLeader Friday, October 4, 2013
FIRE PREVENTION DAY Saturday, October 5th | 9:30am - 4:00pm
Fire department open house Saturday
Most house fires start in the kitchen Learn how to prevent them www.fpoa.bc.ca
The men and women at New Westminster Fire & Rescue are always working hard to protect the community of New Westminster, and are currently busy preparing for the annual Open House on Saturday, Oct. 5. The event is at the
Glenbrook Fire Hall (McBride Boulevard and Sixth Avenue) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. I would like to cordially invite you to join us at our event, our kickoff to Fire Prevention Week, 2013. From Oct. 6-12, we’ll be spreading the word
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from fire fighting and rescue, to medical help, to extricating victims from car accidents to rescuing a cat from a tree just recently. As well, we perform regular inspections of businesses and multifamily residences, and conduct fire investigations and more importantly – provide educational sessions to groups in the community. The goal of Fire Prevention Week is to protect all families, especially those at the highest risk. At our open house we will provide resources for reaching those at highest risk to fire deaths and injuries. We are looking forward to seeing you on Saturday! Tim Armstrong Fire Chief
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Friday, October 4, 2013 NewsLeader A11
Provincial changes made profitability unlikely: Atkinson from FRONT PAGE
130 from close to “The budget 300 because of the projections were such uncertainty in both that, as an operator countries. we would have lost a CINEC vicesubstantial amount president Harvey Su, of money because of who is from Wenzhou, the unstable nature is willing to take over between the company the school even though and the ministry and its money-making the changes,” said potential is limited, Atkinson. said Atkinson. CINEC “We could have has been a consultant scaled down and on the project with the we could have school since the struggled to beginning. All break even, but of the employees my projections and business are we would commitments have lost money were ATKINSON when our transferred mandate was to to CINEC by make money.” Sept. 1, said Atkinson. Regulation changes “We were concerned and delay to a the transition be contract extension relatively smooth and by the Chinese the students would government also continue to get the affected recruitment. opportunities they did He pointed out there in the past. It worked was no Grade 10 class out well for us,” he in Wenzhou when said. not enough students After the BC Liberal signed up after initially government gave having two classes of districts throughout 50. He said enrolment the province the ability in grades 11 and 12 to establish business dropped to 125 or companies in 2002,
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New Westminster started one for SD40 to provide a source of revenue for the district. Although it struggled in the early years and was quite controversial, Atkinson said it made enough money to pay off the $1 million loan, plus interest, given to it by the district and return more than $300,000 in profit in recent years. (He stressed the loan came from the district’s international education revenue and not from operating funds supplied by the ministry.) But the new regulations that took effect Jan. 1, 2013 changed everything. “It will be a loss of future revenue,” said Atkinson. “We are on the plus side of the ledger this year, and this will lose future opportunities for revenue assuming it was a going concern [under the old regulations].” Atkinson was a trustee on the school
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board when it made the decision to set up the business company. “In hindsight, if you’re asking me personally it might not be [the best decision], but as a trustee it
was definitely a right thing to do,” said Atkinson. “If you look at it, it was a lot of work to generate the $1.5 million to give back to the district. Considering how much
effort and energy put into it I’m not sure it would have made sense. It would have made sense if it continued to operate under the rules it had the last couple of years.”
Atkinson said the business company will continue to operate until all bills are paid and revenue received. It will be up to the board of education to formally shut it down.
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Substantially renovated 3 brm, 2 bath, 1604 sq ft 1946 built character bungalow on lovely, quiet Sapperton Street close to skytrain, schools, parks, Canada Games Pool, & the thriving Brewery District – Shopping/Restaurants. Home has newer kitchen w/ wood cabinets, granite counters, SS appliances, tile backsplash & eating area, 2 newer baths, 2 gas fireplaces, hardwood & tile floors, newer roof, windows, updated electrical & plumbing. Good height, fully finished bsmt and a large covered back deck facing private fenced yard.
Great 1 bdrm patio apartment in Uptown’s Regency Court. Excellent for 1st time buyer. Spacious dining room/living room area with large sliders to large patio area, updated bathroom with newer sink, vanity & lighting, crown and baseboard moldings & quaint kitchen with tile backsplash. Great location just steps to all Uptown amenities. 1 pet ok. Maintenance fee includes heat & hot water.
Great 663 sf, 1 bdrm condo overlooking leafy green space. Located just 1 block to Skytrain station & close to shopping, parks, schools, & downtown amenities. Newer carpets & paint. 2 small pets ok. Quiet location. Well maintained & managedbuilding with recent exterior restoration, new windows, exterior doors & decks, updated roof & more.
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Ready to move in! Immaculate 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 700 sf suite on the quiet side of the building in the “Doncaster”. This suite features newer carpets, paint & crown moldings, updated kitc w/ newer counters, backsplash, pull out pantry & full size applcs & updated bath w/newer cabinets, counters, light fixtures & tile flrs in kitch & bath. Converted den made from previous walk-in storage unit makes a cozy office space. Lovely built-in in the foyer with drawers & fossil limestone countertop, full size His/Her closets added in the bdrm plus & a storage locker make for ample storage. 1 cat allowed. Rentals not allowed. Maint fee includes heat and hot water. Great location just steps away from all Uptown amenities. This home shows well.
Great 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 1033 sf suite overlooking Tipperary Park and close to Skytrain station, Queens Park, vibrant Downtown district shopping & amenities. This bright & spacious suite features laminate floors, lots of closets & storage space, hot water heat & good size rooms. Building has been re-plumbed and a 7 year old roof & parkade membrane currently being redone. Pets ok. Limited rental allowed. Complex has tennis court, games room & exercise centre.
Spacious 1200+ sf, South facing, 2 bdrm + loft with partial river views in “Fraserview Park”. This suite features an extra large master bdrm w/ensuite, spacious loft (great for a home office), vaulted ceilings, cozy gas fireplace, two full baths & insuite laundry. You will feel at ease living in this well maint’d & managed adult oriented complex (19+). Great location close to transit, parks & new Brewery District. Quick possession available.
#304 215 12th St. $259,900
#126 600 Park Cres. $349,900
124 Regina St. $899,900
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Well laid out 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 837 sf suite in Discovery Reach close to Skytrain, shopping & New Westminster’s vibrant Downtown District & Quay. Suite features open plan, insuite laundry, gas f/p, split bdrm layout & 2 parking stalls. Pets ok. No rentals. Flexible possession. Building is in the process of having balconies & sloped roofs repaired. Bring your decorating ideas.
Gorgeous, bright one level corner unit Townhouse in award winning, Roycroft near Queens Park. Open floor plan with 2 split style bdrms, 2 full baths, 9’ ceilings, laminate & tile floors, stainless steel appliances, crown moldings, insuite laundry, insuite storage with back door leading directly to your parking stall. Whistler inspired bldg with roughwood, brick, stone & hardi-plank siding. One block to Queens Park, Canada Games Pool & shopping. One pet allowed.
Lovely character home in Queens Park. Circa 1938 home updated with laminate flrs throughout, updated bath, updated applcs & a newly finished bsmnt. Main flr feats formal DR w/large wndws, spacious LR w/built-in shelves & wood burning f/p, quaint eating area off the LR & Kitchen with built-in cabinets and arched doorway from LR, large kitch that overlooks the bright & spacious sun room, an updated bathroom w/pedestal sink & stand up shower and 1 bdrm. Upstairs has 3 bdrms & an updated bath with claw foot tub. Basement is newly finished with 2 bdrms & 1 bath & roughed in for a suite. Other feats include wide baseboard moldings, built-ins, double windows, newer boiler, hot water heat, metal roof, back deck overlooking fully fenced yard with shed & back lane access.
I never needed Royal Columbian before. Then my pregnant wife needed heart surgery. That’s when I learned RCH treats 1 out of every 3 people in BC. October 8 is Donation Day at RCH. Help raise critically needed funds in support of one of BC’s most complex care hospitals.
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Fraser shipping could bloom without tunnel Efficient ship loading may cut unneeded truck trips: CEO
might attract. The terminal is also in the midst of a contentious proposal to open a new coalhandling facility that would transfer coal from trains onto barges and send it to Texada Island for reloading to
Jeff Nagel Black Press
Eliminating the Massey Tunnel would open up the Fraser River to expanded shipping that could in some cases help take truck traffic off the roads. Fraser Surrey Docks CEO Jeff Scott lists that as one of the benefits that would come with a new Deas Island bridge promised by the province, provided the tunnel is removed and the channel is dredged. “I think it creates opportunities for growth and expansion up and down the Fraser River that could result in thousands of jobs and significant economic benefit,” Scott said. Ships carrying more containers are among those that could sail upstream if the channel is deepened to allow vessels loaded to a draft of 13.5 metres, instead of the limit of 11.5 metres now. That wouldn’t necessarily mean larger ships sailing on the river. Scott said Panamaxsize vessels – the same size as the oil tankers that load at Kinder Morgan’s terminal on
larger ships. Asked if Fraser Surrey Docks could load ocean-going coal ships after the tunnel is gone, rather than barging first to Texada, Scott said he’s focused on proceeding with the coal terminal as it’s
now proposed. Asked if an alternate oil export terminal on the river for Kinder Morgan’s pipeline might be another possibility, Scott said he’s heard no talk of that.
Discover New Westminster’s premier independent school serving students from Junior Kindergarten (JK) to Grade 12! We are accepting enrollment for the 2014/2015 school year for families who are interested in: • Outstanding Academic Achievement • Arts-Infused Core Academics • Small Class Sizes • Linking Learning to Real Life • Individual Attention • Inclusive Community
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Fraser Surrey Docks is located on the east bank of the Fraser River in North Delta, between the Alex Fraser and Pattullo Bridges.
Burrard Inlet – already sail up to Fraser Surrey Docks, but they can’t be fully loaded because of the channel depth at the tunnel. “You’ll see the same ships, we could just load larger volume on them,” he predicted. That’s significant because it’s uneconomic right now for shippers to essentially pay twice to use two ships, along with the cost of loading them, when they could instead send out one fully loaded from a different terminal. “It’s economies of
scale,” Scott said. “If they have to pay twice they go somewhere else where they only have to pay once to load a vessel up.” Scott uses the example of the Interfor sawmill that’s adjacent to Fraser Surrey Docks. It can’t fully load lumber on a ship at Fraser Surrey Docks so it instead trucks all that lumber across town to Burrard Inlet, where a large ship can be filled to capacity with Interfor lumber, the same as the forest company’s competitors do.
“You have all that impact on the community and roads of trucking that to Vancouver, just to accommodate a deeper draft vessel,” he said. Scott said there might actually be fewer ships moving on the river, but more fully loaded. The terminal also hopes to drum up more shipping business with more efficient, heavily laden vessels. Scott lists wheat, grains and specialty crops, as well as potash and forest products, as the likeliest cargo types Fraser Surrey Docks
Limited space, so attend this first open house of the year to ensure availability. Please RSVP to admin@urbanacademy.ca or at 604 524-2211 for the upcoming open houses (please specify which one). Open House: JK to Grade 5 October 19th from 1-3pm Robson Manor Jr. Campus 101 Third Street New Westminster
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ALL 2013ʻs MUST GO! UP TO $15,000 IN DISCOUNTS! Feature of the Week!
New Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra Ext. Cab V8, remote keyless entry, 10 airbags, ABS, traction control, auxiliary input, 5 year / 160,000 k warranty.
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New Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra Crew Cab
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2012 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
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All prices & payments are net of all incentives and are plus taxes, levies and $495 documentation fee. Vehicles not exactly as illustrated. Bi-weekly payments based on 96 mo. term, 4.99%APR,$0 down.‘13 Sierra Ext, TP $26,960, ‘13 Silverado Crew TP $30,912, ’12 Camaro, TP $39,024, ’12 Acadia, TP $38,816, ’12 Tahoe, TP $50,048, ’12 SRX, TP $50,048. ’13 Cruze, ’13 Equinox bi-weekly based on 84 mo. term, 0%APR, Cruze $0 down, Equinox $2,500 down, TP-Cruze $14,509, Equinox $25,975.
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2013 BMW X1 Luxury, leather, sunroof.
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Canadian Parliamentary Poet Laureate Fred Wah and City of New Westminster Poet Laureate Candice James were among the crowd Sunday, Sept.22 at Heritage Grill for a Royal City Literary Arts Society (RCLAS) membership drive. The event also featured Richard Olafson, publisher of Ekstasis Editions and fiction writer P.W. Bridgman. RCLAS is officially partnered with the New Westminster Public Library and presents 11 workshops a year and a Christmas Party Open House at the library each year.
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Frequent users of the Canada Games Pool will be able to resume their strokes in familiar waters again on Saturday. That’s when the well-used aquatic facility will reopen after a scheduled maintenance closure that began Aug. 12. The repairs included repainting of the 50-metre Olympic-sized tank and sealing of some cracks in the lining. The diving tower deck was also replaced as was cement surrounding the pool filtration pit. The pool was built for the 1973 Canada Games and receives up to 1,000 visits a day.
Hospital cleaners strike a deal Cleaning and kitchen staff at Royal Columbian and Burnaby hospitals won’t be going on strike. Members of the Hospital Employees’ Union, which represents 1,300 workers in hospitals and extended care facilities in the Vancouver Coastal and Fraser Health regions reached a tentative agreement with their employer, Aramark, late Tuesday. Members had voted 97 per cent in favour of a strike, and groups of employees had recently held rallies outside local hospitals. Negotiations resumed Monday with the help of mediator Vince Ready. The agreement will give workers “significant improvements” to their health
and benefits plan, including dental, paramedical coverage and extended health care, said HEU business manager Bonnie Pearson. “This agreement improves the economic security of our members and their families,” she said.
Get a trim for trees Getting your hair done in New Westminster can help two indigenous tribes in North America eat healthier. Zoom Hair Salon at 37 6th St. is hosting a Sustainable Beauty Day on Sunday. The studio is offering its services for a minimum $15 donation with all the money raised going to the Fruit Tree Planting Foundation. The foundation is a non-profit charity that is seeking to plant 18 billion fruit trees around the globe as well as restore native ecosystems. “We envision a place where one can have a summer picnic under the shade of a fruit tree, breathe the clean air it generates, and not have to bring anything other than an appetite for the healthy fruits growing overhead,” says the group’s mission statement. Previous sustainable beauty days have helped communities in Mozambique and Brazil. The funds raised by this year’s event will go to agricultural projects and education in the Hopi and Zia nations in the Southwestern United States.
A day to celebrate teachers There may not be any local celebrations of World Teachers’ Day on Saturday, but that doesn’t make it any less important. “I am constantly in awe of the work that our teachers are doing with our students in their classrooms,” said John Woudzia, the superintendent WOUDZIA of the New Westminster school district. “I would encourage you to take time out of your busy schedule to think about World Teachers’ Day or to find out something about this important day of recognition for our teachers.” World Teachers Day was first proclaimed by UNESCO in 1994 and is celebrated in more than 100 countries from Pakistan to Dubai to the small coral atolls of Tokelau, a territory of New Zealand. “I am very pleased that an international level of recognition exists for teachers that serves to acknowledge the critical role they play in the intellectual, social and emotional development of our students,” said Woudzia.
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D TEbook EvEnTs Millipedes, Bugs and Slugs: Join a park interpreter on a bug hunt to discover friendly millipedes, banana slugs and other i nve r t eb ra t e s t h a t live near the ground. Runs rain or shine. For ages 3 to 5 years, all children must be accompanied by adult. When: Saturday, Oct. 5, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Where: Burnaby Lake Regional Park. Cost: $12.23/child, advance registration required. Register: 604421-5225. Info: www. metrovancouver.org. Seniors Have Talent!: Seniors talent show with participants 55-plus, audience participation in choosing w i n n e r, $1 per vote. When: S a t u rd ay, O c t . 5 , 1:30 p.mm Where: Sapperton Pensioners Hall, 318 Keary St., N ew We s t m i n s t e r. Tickets: Adults: $15, Seniors & Students: $12, Children 5 & under free, available from any New Westminster Lions Club or Sapperton O.A. Pensioners member, or at the door. Info: 604-522-0280 or www.e-clubhouse. org/sites/newwestmin sterlionsclubca.
Let’s Murder Marsha: Va g a b o n d P l ay e r s presents Monk Ferris’s, Let’s Murder Marsha, a delightful blend of comedy and thriller which spoofs the world of mystery novels. H a p py h o u s ew i f e, Marsha Gilmore is addicted to reading murder mysteries, but when she overhears her husband discussing her upcoming birthday surprise with an interior decorator, she is shocked to the core. To her ears, it sounds as if they are planning to murder her! When: Until Oct. 26, Thursdays through Saturdays, 8 p.m., Sunday matinees, 2 p.m. Where: The Bernie Legge Theatre, Queens Park, New Westminster. Tickets: $15 general, seniors/students $13. Reservations: 604-5210412 or reservations@ vagabondplayers.ca.
Refreshments served at intermission. When: Sunday, Oct. 6, 2 p.m. Where: Room 103, Shadbolt Arts Centre, at Deer Lake Park, Burnaby. Cost: Free to Clef Society members, non-members $10 adults, less for children. West Coast Symphony Orchestra: The West Coast Symphony with Maestro Bujar Llapaj perform a program featuring guest soloist David Gillham performing Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto. Also featured on the program a r e T ch a i k ov s k y ’s Symphony No. 4 and Wagner’s Overture to The Flying Dutchman. When: Sunday, Oct. 6, 7:30 p.m. Where: Queen’s Avenue United Church, 529 Queen’s Ave., New Westminster. A d m i s s i o n i s by donation. Info: 778994-64225 or www. westcoastsymphony. ca.
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play in the world. A successful architect in swinging sixties Paris, is even more successful with the ladies. In fact, he juggles the hearts of three air hostesses who jet in and out of his groovy bachelor pad. But when Boeing introduces a faster jet, Bernard’s precise romantic timetable goes hysterically off course and turbulence looms. When: Thursday and Friday, Oct. 10-11, 8 p.m. Where: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, Burnaby. Tickets and info: 604-205-3000. H o l ly wo o d C o m e s to New West and Fights Cancer: L owe r M a i n l a n d ’s only screening of the movie The Hot Flashes featuring Brooke Shields and an all-star cast who raise funds to keep a mobile mammography unit operating in their community. Receive a glass of Hot Flash™ wine from House of Rose Winery, sweets, coffee/tea, door prizes and a raffle during the reception. All proceeds go to the Canadian Cancer Society. When: Thursday, Oct 10,
reception 6-7 p.m., movie 7-9 p.m. Where: Landmark Cinemas 10, New Westminster. Tickets: $25 at http:// thehotflashes. eventbrite.ca or MidCentury Modern HOME, in River Market, 810 Quayside Drive and Dublin Castle Neighborhood Grill, 319 Governors Court. Info: B2B NOW (Network of Women) - New West, b2bnewwest@ gmail.com or http:// b2bnownewwest.com/.
N ew We s t m i n s t e r Historical Society: Historian Archie Miller takes a look at the agricultural fair in Queen’s Park which brought the rural harvest to the city, how “thanksgiving” was celebrated in the community and the various activities and hijinks that were part of early New Westminster Halloweens. Free and everyone welcome. When: Wednesday, Oct. 16, 7:30 p.m. Where: Auditorium, N ew We s t m i n s t e r Public Library, 716 – 6th Ave., New Westminster.
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Stylish living at Woodbridge’s Salix in Surrey By Kerry Vital
The Clayton Heights neighbourhood is one of Surrey’s most popular areas for families and first-time buyers alike, with its easy access to amenities, shopping, dining and recreation. Now Woodbridge Homes is offering beautiful homes at a great value with its condominium development Salix. “Sales have been going very well here,” says sales manager Rob Carlsen. “We’re in the final stage of sales now, with a good
variety of homes left.” The remaining plans are mostly two-bedroom and den plans, ranging from 850 to 1,000 square feet. The five-storey Georgian-inspired building features a red brick exterior, lush landscaping and classic iron work, and every home includes a patio or balcony. Oversized windows let natural light pour in while the nine-foot ceilings (10 feet on the top and bottom floors) add an incredible sense of space to your new home. Most units feature beautiful views, so you may have
some trouble tearing yourself away from spending all your free time outside taking in the scenery, including Mount Baker. “The location has been working really well for us,” Carlsen says. “You’re in a small, quiet building that really stands above the crowd.” Homes start at $219,900. For more information, visit www. salixliving.com, call 604-530-0054 or visit the presentation centre at 6477 196th Street, Surrey, open daily except Friday between noon and 5 p.m.
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The Lower Mainland is famous for its outdoor lifestyle and variety of recreational activities. Most residents think of the North Shore when they want to get outside. Now, Polygon is bringing outdoor living and gorgeous homes together with Canyon Springs, its new collection of apartment residences in North Vancouver. “There are no other comparable new communities in Lynn Valley,” says sales manager Laura Cavanagh. “It’s been popular with local buyers especially since we are currently offering buyers a special financing
package.” Available until Oct. 14 only, Polygon is offering five-year, 2.95 per cent financing as part of their pre-construction sales program. “This is a great opportunity to secure a home before we close our doors on Oct. 14,” says Cavanagh. The curb appeal is readily apparent at Canyon Springs, with its contemporary West Coast architecture that fits perfectly with the surrounding natural beauty of the neighbourhood. The one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment residences are spacious and inviting, ranging from about 630 to 1,100 square feet. “These are really efficient floorplans,” Cavanagh says. “There’s no wasted space at all.” Elegant laminate flooring throughout (with plush carpeting in the bedrooms) sets a modern tone for your new space, complemented by the nine-foot ceilings in the living and dining rooms. Buyers can choose between two colour schemes, Dark and
White. The kitchens are particularly beautiful, with stainless-steel appliances and premium rift-cut, flat-panel cabinetry in oak or glossy white. The cabinets are complemented by engineered stone countertops, a handset tile backsplash and contemporary halogen track and under-cabinet lighting. The bathrooms are relaxing and luxurious, with imported porcelain tile flooring, flatpanel laminate cabinetry and a modern tub with a ceramic tile tub and shower surround. Your morning routine will be easy with the modern vanity mirror and lighting. The ensuite also includes engineered stone countertops and Grohe polished chrome tub and shower faucets that lend a touch of elegance to the space. The outdoors is all around you at Canyon Springs, and residents will easily be able to take advantage of this on their large deck or patio. Most ground-level homes will even have a private yard. Homeowners at Canyon Springs will have
access to a fully equipped fitness studio overlooking an outdoor terrace, an on-site resident manager, a dog wash station and bike cleaning area and a spacious lounge with a fireplace. The landmark corner will also showcase a dramatic water feature and cast bronze art piece designed by local artist Marie Khouri. Venturing off the property, you’ll find shopping, dining and schools all nearby, as well as the North Shore mountains and easy transit or car access to downtown Vancouver and the rest of the Lower Mainland. The close-knit community of Lynn Valley is like very few others in Metro Vancouver, where everyone from shoppers to yogis and freeriders to dog walkers enjoys an ideal balance between wild spaces and urban convenience. Homes start at $359,900. For more information on the homes or the special financing package, visit www.polyhomes.com, call 604-973-0298 or drop by the presentation centre at 2517 Mountain Highway, open daily except Fridays between noon and 6 p.m.
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CLEANING SERVICES
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242 Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position.
.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
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BAJ EXCAVATING DEMO, Sewer, storm, drainage, remove concrete & blacktop, old house drainage. Call 604-779-7816.
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates.
ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627
Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
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TREE CLIMBER & GROUNDSMAN We are currently seeking a Tree Climber with a min. 5 years exp. Also require a Groundsman with min 3 years chainsaw experience for tree service.
TREE WORKS Call: 604.787.5915
EDUCATION
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Trailer Mechanic
CARRIERS NEEDED
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ELECTRICAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position. Required immediately. Must have inspectors ticket and Red seal. Will have hydraulic experience and must be able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
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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PERSONAL SERVICES 182
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Become a PLEA Family Caregiver. PLEA provides ongoing training and support. A young person is waiting for an open door...make it yours.
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EDUCATION
604.708.2628 caregiving@plea.bc.ca www.plea.ca
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EDUCATION
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EDUCATION
HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT Day & Evening Classes Available
DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
Our HCA program is for students with
110 strong wills and warm hearts. Learn how
CLASS 1 DRIVER W/ AIR
• Annual Starting Revenue of $12,000 - $120,000 • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Professional Training Provided • Financing Available • Ongoing Support • Low Down Payment required A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Office Cleaning. Coverall of BC 604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com
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06951 Electrician Lic. Low cost. PANEL CHANGE. Big/small jobs. Residential/ Comm. 604-374-0062
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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This salaried position is based in Surrey. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00 pm. Full pkg. of competitive benefits are included. closes
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Thai Food Cooks F/T positions. Experienced only. Apply to Lhythaiinfo@gmail.com
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FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
The designer will be proficient in conceiving and creating digital advertising and site design from a user perspective. The successful candidate will effectively schedule and manage requests to meet high-productivity objectives. They will also have a willingness to learn new systems and software.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
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To conduct deliveries for international lubricants co. in Vancouver area, Seattle-Tacoma, Prince George, Okanagan & Edmonton. Pay $20/hour, mileage, bonus, profit-sharing & full benefits. Apply with resume by emailing custservpacific@fuchs.com or faxing to 604-888-1145
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 778-355-5840
HOME REPAIRS If I can’t do it It can’t be done
ZIGGY’S RENOVATIONS. All types int/ext. Quality work. Free Est. Best prices! (604)931-4224 or 992-4146
Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222
D & N TOTAL CARE Home Improvement Specializing in basement reno’s, bathrooms & kitchens. Installation of drywall, flooring & tiling. Plumbing, electrical, and more. *25 years exp. Free Estimates.
Daniel: 778-999-9122
INTERIORS: Baths (reno’s/ 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
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ARCO CONST. Framing, Drywall, Wood Finishing, Texture, Painting, Kitchen/Bath Remodeling, Elec, Plumb, Flooring. FREE EST. Mike 604-825-1500. Harry 604-500-3630.
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HELP WANTED
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
$45/Hr
Running this ad for 8yrs
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PATTAR ROOFING LTD. All types of Roofing. Over 35 years in business. 604.588.0833
RENTALS: These listings cover all types of rentals from apartments, condos, office space, houseboats and vacation homes. So if you’re in the market to rent, or looking for a roommate, start here. bcclassified.com
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PAVING/SEAL COATING ASPHALT PAVING
Commercial & Residential • Parking Lots • Driveways • Garage Apron • Speed Bumps • Potholes • Patchwork • Tennis Courts • Repair & Resurface Over 10yrs of exp. Free Estimates Insured ★ Great Rates ★ WCB
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12th Av - Thorne Av, Meadow Av - Willard St
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Macpherson Av - Buller Av, Neville St - Portland St
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Royal Oak Av - Denbigh Av, Oakland St - Irving St
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Canada Way - 6th St, Elwell St - Wedgewood St Canada Way - 6th St, Stanley St - Berkley St
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604-812-9721 GL ROOFING. Cedar/Asphalt, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters - $80. 604-240-5362. info@glroofing.ca COMPLETE Roofing Ltd. Repairs & gutters, all roofs. WCB, BBB, Reas guaranteed. Sr Disc. 604-725-0106 Find the
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10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005
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Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988
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329 PAINTING & DECORATING
•Condos •Townhomes •House Interiors
HOT TUBS NO PROB!
But Dead Bodies!!
Canuck Roofing All Roof Repairs Any job big or small. Free Est. *WCB *Insured *BBB 778-772-1969
Call: 778-773-3737
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• Furniture • Appliances • Electronics • Junk/Rubbish • Construction Debris • Drywall • Yard Waste • Concrete • Everything Else! **Estate Clean-Up Specialists**
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AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.
Experienced Mover w/affordable rates, STARTING AT $40/HR 24/7 - Licensed & Insured. ** Seniors Discounts ** fortiermoving.ca
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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Delivery & Pick-Up Included Residential & Commercial Service • Green Waste • Construction Debris • Renovations • House Clean Outs
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
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3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour
604-537-4140
RUBBISH REMOVAL
6 - 50 Yard Bins
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MOVING & STORAGE
TRUCK FOR HIRE $40/hr . Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280 MIKE 604-961-1280
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TREE SERVICES
PETS 477
PETS
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 533
FERTILIZERS
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
RENTALS 711
CO-OP RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION 810
TRANSPORTATION
AUTO FINANCING
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
TREE & STUMP removal done RIGHT! • Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates 604-787-5915/604-291-7778
German Shepherd pups, vet check, 1st shots, own both parents, father reg., gd tempered, farm & family raised in country, good guard dog/family pet. born aug 9. $700. 604-796-3026, no sunday calls
ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)
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PETS P/B blue males Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN $800. 604-308-5665
Airedale Terrier pups. P/b, ckc reg., micro, health guar, 604-8192115. email: lovethem@telus.net CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
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MISC. FOR SALE
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
REAL ESTATE
PETS 477
WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877
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
FOR SALE BY OWNER
BY OWNER. 1 Bdrm Condo 203 - 1121 Howie St, Coquitlam Lowest price! 630 sq/ft corner unit. Paid over $28K for building upgrades... new siding, double glazed windows, new balcony++. Large livingrm, Venetian blinds, new carpet, fridge, stove, u/g pkng, 1 blk to Safeway/ shopping, nr Lougheed Mall & Skytrain. Rentals allowed. Appraised at $147K. QUICK SALE $129,900. 604-444-5710 or 604-537-7120
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Difficulty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663
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Fully Renod 1 & 2 Bd Suites Centrally Located, 5 min walk to Metrotown Mall On-site caretaker Extra large patios
NEW WESTMINSTER
OPEN HOUSE Sunday, Oct 6th, 1-3pm
123 Sprice St. New Westminster
WHATTLEKAINUM HOUSING CO-OP ORIENTATION Do you want to live in the security of a family community?
MOVE IN TODAY!!! CALL ANYTIME TO VIEW
778-788-1867 COQUITLAM Newer bright lrg 2 bdr w/balcony, inste lndry, u/g prk/strge, very close to SkyTrain & shop. ctre. Nov 1. N/P. $1390. 604-773-7398. COQUITLAM
Welcome Home ! 1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.
Call (604) 931-2670
Woodland surroundings, on Forest Grove Drive. Good location, close to schools, SFU and Lougheed Mall. No subsidies available. $10 application fee. Maximum housing charges; 2 bdrms $919/mo. 3 bdrms. $1029/mo. & 4 bdrms. $1134/mo. Shares $2500.
MAPLE RIDGE, 2bdrm, 2 baths. 5 yr old. Avail Nov 1. $1150/mo. N/S. Small pet ok. (604)468-1449 NEW WEST 621 COLBURNE St. Avail now. 1 Bdrm, newly reno’d, very quiet. Starting at $735/mo. No pets. 1 Blk to Canada Games & Queens park. Call: 604-454-4540 NEW WEST: Small 1 bdrm apt, ht/wtr heat & lighting, laundry & cable incl, $650/mo. (604)780-0048
WALKER MANOR
Prudential Power Play Realty
• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
SUITES, LOWER
BURNABY brand new 1 bdrm grnd lvl suite, own laundry, quiet area nr BCIT/transit. NS/NP, avail immed. $900 incl utils/cable. 604-435-0089.
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BURNABY, Edmund Stn. 1 Bdrm bsmt suite. $700/mo. N/S, cat ok. Avail Oct 1st. (604)936-2257 COQUITLAM 2 bdrm ste, nr Lougheed Mall, everything incl. NS/NP. Call btwn 5pm-7pm 604-308-5874
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6985 Walker Ave Bright large 1br for rent fully reno, available immediately very clean quite building.
Please Call
604-358-9575
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TOWNHOUSES
PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1097/mo - $1199/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
Fabulous family home. LIVE-IN-INVESTMENT Huge workshop for small business. Lot zoned for 4 LOTS. Invest Now!
Call 604-307-4815 Angela Langston
Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca
NO SUBSIDIES AVAILABLE Orientation: Sunday, October 6th 1:30 p.m. at 51A-8740 Forest Grove Dr. Phone 604-420-2442
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HOMES WANTED
WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422
BURNABY
CLEAN SPACIOUS SUITES
TRANSPORTATION 810
AUTO FINANCING
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Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
NOTICE OF SMALL CLAIM NO. 13-01-23834 TOBY GENTRAY TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 13-0123834 has been filed against you by The Manitoba Public Insurance Corporation for $5,872.56, involving an accident on March 24, 2011. The hearing of the claim will take place at the 3rd Floor – 373 Broadway, Winnipeg, on Thursday, October 31st, 2013 at 1:30 pm. If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries maybe made to: Manitoba Public Insurance- Rm 929-234 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4A4 Telephone: 204-985-8666 ext. 7267 File #Cars 36621196
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“Tsawwassen springs offers everyThing i am looking for in a home. ideal location, great on-site amenities, a high quality product, great proximity to beaches, and other great local amenities. every day the community is growing. soon i will be walking to the restaurants, pub, and grocery store, while living on a golf course. now that is hard to beat.” – Dale Martin, Tsawwassen Springs Homeowner
Our Owners have spOken: Tsawwassen springs is an incredible place TO live. sTarT yOur Own sTOry here. Houses starting at $769,900
Condos starting at $369,900
“noThing else in The lower mainlanD Can CompeTe wiTh This DevelopmenT. This development exceeds our expectations. The finishing, natural light, high-end appliances, design of the building, granite countertops, geo-thermal heating and aC —it’s just incredible.” – Keith Bramhill, Tsawwassen Springs Homeowner
Visit our presentation centre and show homes: 5099 springs Boulevard (for gps use 1595 52nd street) Tsawwassen, BC v4m 0a2
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