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Coquitlam’s Widgeon Marsh Regional Park Reserve, which is now larger than Stanley Park, is home to a variety of rare and endangered species.

Metro buys Widgeon wilderness for $2.2M ‘Magnificent addition’ to parks By Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS

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A blaze rages as it destroys a house under construction on Glenbrook Street near David Avenue in northeast Coquitlam. A neighbouring house also under construction was singed but saved. Coquitlam Coun. Craig Hodge, a former News photographer who lives on Burke Mountain, took this photo.

Cause of blaze that destroyed house may be suspicious By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS

A fire that burned down a half-built home on Glenbrook Street in northeast Coquitlam Friday night is being treated as suspicious. Fire Chief Wade Pierlot said there are un-

confirmed reports from residents in the area that several people were seen running from the structure shortly after the blaze broke out. “We can only draw conclusions at this point,” he said. “It is suspicious and that is about all we can say. But there is

nothing that confirms it.” The home was under construction and Pierlot confirmed that there was no electrical service going to the building. Fire investigators have not been able to determine conclusively what caused the fire but the chief noted that there

was no evidence accelerants were used. Without any drywall to slow the flames, it did not take long for the building to be fully engulfed and firefighters could only work to contain the blaze. It took two engines, a ladder truck and a

rescue truck to fight the fire, which singed a neighbouring building that was also under construction. “It was a quick knockdown,” Assistant Chief Scott Mackenzie said. “It was pretty spectacular but that’s about it.” gmckenna@tricitynews.com

A hidden gem of marshland and forest on the Pitt River waterfront in Coquitlam has been purchased for $2.2 million and could one day be opened up to picnickers and hikers. Before Christmas, Metro Vancouver Parks announced the acquisition of eight hectares to extend the Widgeon Marsh Regional Park Reserve, which is now larger than Stanley Park and home to a variety of rare and endan-

gered species. “It’s a beautiful area up there, it’s going to be a magnificent addition to the Metro Vancouver parks system,” said Elaine Golds, a director of the Burke Mountain Naturalists, which puts up nest boxes for birds in areas south of the reserve. The valuable property is located in the Widgeon Valley in an area north of Minnekhada Regional Park. Among the species that make their home there are the green heron, western screech and short-eared owls, red-legged frog and the painted turtle. see NEW WIDGEON, page 6

2014 recycle changes in each of the 3 cities By Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Recycling changes are coming for Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody residents in 2014 but some cities will see

more changes than others when Multi-Material BC takes over responsibility for packaging materials like plastic, cans and bottles. see GLASS AN ISSUE, page 4

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Xmas tree options: chipping, chopping or charity Charities will benefit from fundraising chipping Chip it or chop it. Those are the two m a i n o p t i o n s Po r t Coquitlam residents have when disposing of their Christmas trees this year. Between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Jan. 4 and 5, residents can bring their

tree to PoCo Fire Hall #1 (1725 Broadway St.) to be chipped. The minimum donation is $5 and all proceeds go to the BC Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund. As well, old Christmas lights can be brought to the event for recycling by donation. Art Knapp Plantland and Florist (1300 Dominion Ave. in Port Coquiitlam) will be chip-

ping trees between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily between Jan. 3 and 24. A minimum donation of $5 is also being requested, with all proceeds going to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund. The chipped trees will then be used as gardening and landscaping mulch. Residents with city green waste collection can also put their trees in the green cart after chopping it into pieces

no more than three inches in diameter and 40 inches long. For more information, watch a YouTube instructional video on the city’s website at www.portcoquitlam.ca/green. (Residents of Coquitlam and Port Moody should check their cities’ websites for details on discarding Christmas trees.) Port Moody firefighters will also be chipping

trees at No. 1 fire hall (200 Ioco Rd.) on Jan. 4 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Hot chocolate, coffee and vehicle vacuuming will be available and every 30 minutes firefighters will demonstrate how quickly a Christmas tree can go up in flames. There is a minimum $5 donation and all proceeds will go to the burn fund. Several other by-donation Christmas tree chip-

ping events will be held in the Tri-Cities, including: • Kinsmen Club and 1st Kinsmen Scout Group, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Jan. 4 and 5 at Centennial secondary school (570 Poirier St., Coquitlam); • Friends of Mundy Park Heritage Society, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Jan. 4 and 5 at the Mundy Park gravel lot (off HIllcrest Avenue); • Cedar Drive ele-

mentary school PAC, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Jan. 4 in the school parking lot, 3150 Cedar Dr.; • and on Jan. 11, Chip for Charity Christmas, sponsored by Teklar and Windsor Plywood, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 2700 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam; donations of money or non-perishable food items will go to Share Family and Community Services. gmckenna@tricitynews.com

Market operator welcomes wine sales By Diane Strandberg The Tri-CiTy News

Organic carrots. Potatoes. Pickles. Kettle corn. As early as the spring, you might be able to add a bottle of B.C.-made merlot to your grocery list when visiting a farmers’ market. And that’s welcome news for Tabitha McLoughlin, executive director of the Coquitlam Farmers Market, which runs a weekly market in spring, summer and early fall in Coquitlam and the biweekly Port Moody Farmers in late fall and winter. “I think it’s great,” said McLoughlin.“It’s another avenue that we can get B.C. product available to consumers in a place where they already are shopping, and it fits so well with B.C. fruits and produce that people are buying.” She hasn’t yet been approached by any possible vendors since Premier Christy Clark made the announcement and expects it will be some time before new rules are in place. But she is hopeful that B.C. wine, craft beer and spirits will be sold during the 2014 market season. “The success is always in the details, so we will have to wait and see what the implementation of this new market segment will look like,” she said. “Overall, I think it will give shoppers another reason to shop at farmers markets, it will add to the vibrancy of the markets and it will increase the economic impact of markets in cities across the province.” Typically small farm-

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“It’s another avenue that we can get B.C. product available to consumers in a place where they already are shopping, and it fits so well with B.C. fruits and produce that people are buying.” Tabitha McLoughlin, market exec. director gate producers have to wait for consumers to show up but with this change, they can bring their product to the urban market. “Farmers markets are incredibly good small business incubators. They offer a direct relationship with the consumer and the ability for a business owner to react to customer feedback almost instantly,” McLoughlin said. Wine and beer vendors interested in bringing their products and tastings to markets in Port Moody and Coquitlam will have to pass the same test as any other vendor that sells locally. “It has to be made, baked or grown here, it’s got to be B.C. beer wine or spirits,”she explained. The opportunity is just one more avenue of growth for farmers’ markets, which have seen rising consumer demand over the years, although studies have shown only about 1% of Tri-City consumers get some of their

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Above, Mhorsa Ogmundson packs some carrots into a bag at the Forstbauer Natural Food Farm booth at the Port Moody Farmers’ Market held on Dec. 15. Michael Kozak of Cravings Kettle Corn serves a customer at his booth at the same market. The next Port Moody market is on Sunday. groceries at the local farmer’s markets. “So we have lots of room to grow,”she said. As well, more people are interested in growing their own food and the Coquitlam Farmers Market hopes to find space for another community garden in Port Moody to accommodate 40 people on a waiting list. The new community garden at Port Moody Po l i c e D e p a r t m e n t headquarters has generated a lot of interest, McLoughlin said, especially from people who live in townhouses and condos.

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• The next winter farmer’s market will take place Sunday, Dec. 29 at PoMo recreation complex, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

See you Tuesday The holidays have forced some changes in The TriCity News’ publishing schedule next week: Instead of printing on Wednesday, Jan. 1, we’ll be publishing on Tuesday, Dec. 31 and that edition of The Tri-City News will include our yearin-review coverage, which will highlight some of the quirkier good news stories of 2013. The following paper will be distributed as usual, on Friday, Jan. 3. And, as always, you can look to us online at tricitynews.com for 24/7 community coverage.

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Port Moody is among the cities whose recycling will change. will likely occur in July at the same time the new automated garbage system is rolled out, with BFI Canada Inc. handling trash and organic waste collection. For Moore, who initially had reservations about the MMBC program, the switch to an industry stewardship group

taking over responsibility for consumer packaging is welcome news. “We want to see them succeed,” said Moore, who said the program is a model for others across the country. But he admits the “incentive” MMBC pays his city doesn’t cover the costs, and he hopes the group

will only charge fines as a last resort after spotchecks and audits over a six-month process. “They are not there to penalize,” said Moore. “They are there to get the best quality commodity product that they can.” dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to Section 40 and Section 94 of the Community Charter, the City of Coquitlam Council intends to adopt “City of Coquitlam Highway Dedication Cancellation Bylaw No. 4450, 2013” at the Regular Council Meeting to be held on January 13, 2014.

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A stolen doggy buggy has been returned to its owner, thanks to the keen eye of RCMP Const. John Graham. While patrolling the area of Davies Avenue and Westwood Street, he spotted two suspicious individuals pushing their bikes, one of which had a yellow doggy buggy attached. One of the men took off on his bike but the wheel came off and he had to abandon it along with the buggy, which had been spray painted yellow. The interior was the same as one that had been stolen from an underground parked five days earlier. It has since been returned to its owner.

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Port Moody and Port Coquitlam have signed a deal with MMBC that takes effect in May and will see the cities collect recyclables using their own trucks and staff while MMBC pays them an “incentive” fee to cover some of the costs. In Coquitlam, MMBC will hire its own contractor to do the job and will pay the contractor directly, at no cost to taxpayers. The impact of these changes means householders will pay less for recyclables — in Coquitlam, they won’t pay anything for recycling — with MMBC picking up the tab. The change is welcomed by Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore, who thinks it’s about time industry takes responsibility for its packaging. “They have a legal responsibility to pick up and deliver this material and we want to work with them,”Moore said. Here’s how it works: • In Port Moody, MMBC will pay the city $191,000 in 2014 (a partial year) and $330,000 in 2015 to collect recyclables on its behalf. This will mean lower annual recycling fees for residents — about $14 less for single-family homes and $30 less for multifamily homes in 2014, with greater reductions in 2015. • In PoCo, MMBC will pay $550,000 in 2014 and $600,000 in 2015, and residents won’t see any hike to their waste collection fees as revenue from MMBC helps to offset costs. • In Coquitlam, the city estimates waste collection costs will drop from about $6 million to $3.7 million, with MMBC taking over responsibility for recyclables, but the city will still pay about $5 million for carts for its new automated system, which will be amortized over several years and paid for through utility fees, and thus likely offset some of the savings in recycling costs. As for glass, MMBC will be responsible for glass that can’t be returned for a deposit — as it is for all the other packaging — but wants glass separated out from the paper, plastic and can recyclables. In PoMo, where homeowners are used to putting glass in their recycling carts, this will be a change and they will have to take glass to a depot, where it will be handled by the contractor chosen by MMBC. In Port Coquitlam, residents already separate their glass and take it to a recycling depot. In Coquitlam, meanwhile, it’s not yet known how MMBC plans to handle glass but changes

will up its game in future years. “As they become more experts, they’ll look to make sure we’re whole,” he predicted. In Port Moody, MMBC incentives also don’t cover all the costs because of the cost of maintenance and fuel for city trucks. As well, fines for contamination rates above 3% are also a concern and both cities have set aside some of the revenue from the MMBC “incentives” to cover emergencies. Coquitlam will likely have to do the same. Moore acknowledged that MMBC is willing to work with the cities and

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The intent of the Bylaw is to close and remove the dedication of 101.8m² of undeveloped lane adjacent to 514, 516 Foster Avenue and 515 Ebert Avenue and the 387.1m² portion of lane adjacent to 554 Foster Avenue, 636, 638, and 640 Aspen Street as shown in bold outline on the map below. The applicant is requesting these lane cancelations in order to facilitate their mediumdensity development proposal and expand the City’s Burquitlam Community Garden.

Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to convey to Council, please submit them in writing no later than Friday, January 10, 2014 to the City Clerk’s Office in one of the following ways: • By email to clerks@coquitlam.ca; • In person at the City Clerk’s office which is located on the second floor of City Hall at 3000 Guildford Way; • By fax at 604-927-3015. A copy of Bylaw No. 4450, 2013 may be inspected at the City Hall (Planning and Development Department) and any inquiries relating to the proposal should be made to the Development Planning Section (604-927-3438), 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays.

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She said it’s important to protect these areas given pressures on waterfront property throughout the region. “It’s a legacy for the future and one that future generations will appreciate for years to come,”said Golds, also The Tri-City News’ Green Scene columnist. But it could be some time before the public can get inside the reserve. A comprehensive management plan will have to be developed first and it will be five years before one will likely be started, said Ron Wood, Metro Vancouver Parks’ opera-

tions manager. “Right now, there are no amenities for the public,” Wood said, noting a gravel road into the area would need to be improved and maintained, requiring discussions with the city of Coquitlam. Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore, who was recently re-elected Metro Vancouver board chair, welcomed the land acquisition as an opportunity to provide further recreational opportunities “where we can experience and learn from nature.” This is the second addition to the Widgeon Marsh Regional Park Reserve. Last December, Metro Vancouver an-

nounced the purchase of 9.6 hectares for the reserve in partnership with Ducks Unlimited Canada. At the time, it was pointed out that the wetlands are extensively used by waterfowl, with bird counts as high as 1,000 to 2,000 a day. Eventually, it is hoped the area could be used as a staging area for hiking, biking, picnicking and birdwatching, as well as for water access to scenic areas of Widgeon Slough and marsh. According to Metro Vancouver, the $2,525,000 purchase price was based on an independent appraisal. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

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Guides & salon are winners The votes have been tallied and the winners have been chosen for the Centennial Holiday Tree Festival put on by the Port Coquitlam Heritage Society. In the community trees category, the Girl Guides took first place, followed by Art Focus in second and the PoCo Garden Club in third. Riverside Community Church, PoCo-Ridge Meadows Ringette and the 4th Scout troop received honourable mentions. Salon Kismet won first place in the business category while Summit Tools took second place and Forrest Marine took third. Honourable mentions when to Orrange Kitchen + Bar, Westminster Savings, Luscious Creations and the Trophy Centre. Residents have been able to vote on their favourite trees, which are displayed around Port Coquitlam, since the beginning of the month. While the contest was set up as part of PoCo’s centennial celebration, festival organizer Pippa Van Velzen said she hopes it becomes an annual tradition. gmckenna@tricitynews.com

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1-hour oil spill response urged for Burrard Inlet Drew says KM’s improved plan still falls short

so it can press for improvements in the plan at National Energy Board hearings expected next year. Kinder Morgan’s proposal calls for WCMRC to have equipment on hand that can clean up what it calls a credible worst-case loss to sea of 20,000 tonnes of oil —

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Kinder Morgan’s proposal to speed up oil spill response times is still inadequate to protect the sensitive environment in Burrard Inlet, says Belcarra’s mayor. Ralph Drew was responding to the pipeline firm’s pledge to dramatically improve the emergency response as part of its application to twin the Trans Mountain pipeline. “What they proposed is a big picture generic plan, which is a big improvement over the previous one,” Drew said. “But what I’m looking for are specific plans tailored for specific locales.” Kinder Morgan’s Dec. 16 application to the National Energy Board calls for five new spill response bases to be established around southern Vancouver Island and at Roberts Bank. Two or three of them would be staffed around the clock. It also calls for several additional response vessels and an increase in the number of staff from 30 to more than 90 at the Western Canada Marine Response Corp. (WCMRC), an industryfunded spill response cooperative. Kinder Morgan says the improvements together would cut spill response times from six hours to two around Port Metro Vancouver and from 18 hours to six hours beyond the port through the southern Gulf Islands and up the west side ofVancouver Island. Drew said he thinks the maximum response time should be one hour in Burrard Inlet, not two, since WCMRC is based right there and the inlet has a unique combination of sensitive habitats, recreational and tourism values, as well as important fisheries. He said a one-hour response guarantee could be achieved by pre-staging containment booms and other spill response gear at key points around the inlet. “Those basically let you rapidly draw the curtain to protect specific areas while you proceed to skim and do the mop up,” Drew said. “Otherwise the tide’s going to deposit that oil all over the sensitive intertidal zone within hours.” Drew said he believes WCMRC is reluctant to commit to tailored strategies because that would make it harder to meet targets in those areas on a 24/7 basis. He noted a federal report released two weeks

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A tanker plies the water of Burrard Inlet. ago that was critical of the current spill response capability indicated there was a need to examine specific sites with a view to developing specific strategies. WCMRC claims it was on scene in one hour in 2007 when a backhoe hit the Kinder Morgan pipeline in Burnaby and caused a spill of oil that partly reached the inlet. Drew said that response time has been disputed, but added it was in the middle of the day in summer in ideal conditions. He said responders must assume the next accident — whatever it is — will come at the most difficult possible time. “It could happen in dark and stormy weather on a winter weekend, maybe Christmas Eve, with everyone on vacation and nobody responding to the callout.” Kinder Morgan’s pipeline project would mean

a seven-fold increase in shipments through the inlet, to about 400 oil

tankers a year. Belcarra will likely seek intervenor status

the contents of two of a tanker’s loaded tanks, or about a quarter of its capacity. Kinder Morgan’s application calls for escort tugs to accompany tankers all the way from the Westridge Marine Terminal in Burnaby to open ocean at the entrance to Juan de Fuca

Strait, instead of on just portions of the shipping route. The pipeline firm has also proposed a moving bubble zone around tankers that other vessels couldn’t enter as an additional safety measure to prevent collisions. jnagel@blackpress.ca

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Assessment Authority The event will begin with a free light lunch followed by a presentation from the BC Assessment Authority discussing its property assessment process and a presentation from the three cities outlining the processes behind setting their business tax rates. A question session will follow each presentation. “This is a very timely event,” said Michael Hind, executive director of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, noting that the workshop takes place at about the

same time as the BC Assessment Authority releases its annual property assessments. “With all the growth throughout the Tri-Cities, there have been some changes in the assessments in the past that have concerned business owners. This seminar is a chance to educate them on the process and their options,”Hind said. All businesses are welcome to attend. To ensure your seat is reserved, pre-register with the chamber at www.tricitieschamber.com or by calling 604-464-2716.

Jan. meeting on Chinese reparations There will be a local forum in January as part of a provincial Chinese reparations program. The dates and locations of community forums to discuss the wording, delivery and legacy efforts for a formal apology to B.C.’s Chinese community for historical wrongs have been confirmed. Community forums will be held in December and January in Kamloops, Vancouver,

Kelowna, Richmond and Prince George. The local date — so far only identified as Burnaby/Coquitlam — is Tuesday, Jan. 28. Over the coming weeks, the exact time and venue of each forum will be posted at www.embracebc.ca. The input received at the community forums and online submissions, will guide the wording, delivery and legacy ef-

forts of a formal apology. In the next sitting of the legislature, the government plans to introduce a motion regarding a formal apology to British Columbia’s Chinese community for historical wrongs. If you are interested in providing feedback, but are not able to attend any consultation events, feedback can be sent directly to: apology.consultation@ gov.bc.ca.

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Two environmental groups that dropped wooden drift cards to model the flow of oil from a spill in Vancouver Harbour say the initial results demonstrate how quickly local beaches could be fouled. Raincoast Conservation and the Georgia Strait Alliance dropped 1,644 cards seven weeks ago at nine locations and asked people who found them to report the locations and times. Cards dropped off at Point Grey and at the Second Narrows washed ashore very quickly, the groups say, suggesting oil spilled in the harbour could reach Vancouver and West Vancouver beaches within 24 to 48 hours and continue to wash up there for weeks. Those cards eventually circulated to the San Juan Islands, the Sunshine Coast and other locations, sometimes travelling 200 to 300 km. The preliminary report of the Salish Sea Drift Card Study says it’s likely oil spilled at any of the test sites would reach much of the south coast of Vancouver Island from Sidney to Tofino, the San Juans, the southern Gulf Islands and the north coast of Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. Project co-ordinator Andy Rosenberger said

that’s a broader spread than Kinder Morgan estimates as a result of a spill of an oil tanker in the area filed in its application to twin its Trans Mountain pipeline. About 28% of the dropped cards have been recovered so far. The map is updated as more are found and can be viewed at salishseaspillmap.org. Other news:

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Lower Mainland house prices were up slightly in November compared to a year earlier. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver reported its benchmark price for detached houses was $924,800, up 1.1% from November of 2012. Apartments were up 0.8% to $367,800 while attached units were up 0.8% to $458,000. The Fraser Valley Real Estate Board, which covers the Fraser Valley plus White Rock, Surrey and North Delta, reported its benchmark detached house price climbed 1% from a year ago to $550,300. Apartments dropped 3.3% to $196,200 while townhouses dropped 2.2% to $298,900. jnagel@blackpress.ca

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y now, B.C. shoppers will have been deluged with thousands of commercial messages on television, videos, smart phones, newspapers and emails. There are few places to escape this message to buy, buy, buy during the pre- and post-Christmas shopping season. Only the rarest among us will have avoided the temptation to overspend. The bad news comes about the middle of January when the bills start pouring in, at about the same time we pay more for MSP, Hydro and other costs. Still, forecasters are suggesting that Canadians will not be reining in the spending and, in fact, will be growing their consumer debt at about a 4% rate, 3% more than last year, with most of it accumulated from car loans or instalment payments on large appliances. This may not be a worry as long as interest rates don’t rise, the economy grows and Canadians can handle their debt. But the increasing vulnerability of many households is still a worry.

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The changing face of philanthropy in Canada AS I SEE IT Kevin McCort

n the aftermath of the devastating Philippines typhoon, many Canadians may question whether they can really make a difference in the world by supporting a charity. Paradoxically, we are at the traditional time of year when people focus on charitable giving, a time when charities across the country try to attract donors to support their cause. This is a good time to reflect, to consider why philanthropy matters in today’s society. We know that people feel good when they help other people. It doesn’t matter whether they give money, time or advice — it’s the giving that counts. Brain scans using MRI show the act of giving releases dopamine — a powerful neurotransmitter — into the body of the donor. Dopamine controls the brain’s pleasure and reward centres.Thus, giving literally makes you feel good. A lot of people may be feeling good these days. Canadians give $10 billion to charities every year.

This amount is growing, albeit slowly, at about 1% annually. What is growing is the number of charities. It’s estimated there are 86,500 charities across Canada and 3,500 new ones are created every year. This increase is a clear indication of need in the community. For example, food bank usage is at near record levels. More than 833,000 people used a food bank in Canada last March. Even more disturbing is that one in eight of those food bank clients was employed at the time. The ranks of the working poor — those who have a hard time making ends meet despite having a job — are swelling.This puts increasing strain on the resources of charities to meet the growing need. At the same time, more charities are going after a pool of donations that is not growing as fast as demand, nor is it outpacing growth in expenses. There is considerable debate as to the cause but the result is clear: It is costing Canadian charities more than ever to raise money.Twenty years ago, it cost 18 cents to raise $1; now, it costs Canadian charities 35 cents or more to raise that same dollar. Competing for program money is one of the greatest challenges facing the non-profit sector. This competitive environment has prompted organizations to pursue riskier fundraising strategies,

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Local foundations: page 16 like using celebrity spokespeople, or retaining expensive fundraising consultants. If these fail to produce cost-effective results, the charity risks alienating long-term donors and eroding its most valuable asset: public trust. Charities also face pressure from another quarter: their donors. Much of modern philanthropy today is very public. Donors want to give for good reasons but also want public recognition of their giving. Modern donors often want to play a meaningful role in the distribution of their gifts. No longer content to wait for the benefits to appear, they want to see the results of their generosity — they want metrics and they want them now. Dedicating hospital wings, theatres, study halls or stadiums is part of this trend, and another way for charities to acknowledge high-profile giving. It’s a reality that will continue, though it’s a doubleedged sword. Increasing publicity around large donations can alienate smaller donors and dilute the pride they feel.Their reaction is “I can’t possibly match that”

or “What do they need my money for?” The explosive growth of social media also appears to be affecting donations. A recent study on “slacktivism”from the University of BC shows that when people declare support for a charity publicly through social media, it can actually make them less likely to donate to the cause. But it’s not all doom and gloom.There are many things to look forward to and to celebrate.The new generation of young donors is far more optimistic about the future than their Baby Boom counterparts.They are also more generous with their time and money, and more likely to sit on boards and committees than previous generations.They trust charities more than anyone, with 83% of those under 25 expressing “a lot, or some”trust, compared to 76% of those over 65. It’s unfortunate that it takes a natural disaster for people to contemplate the need for charitable giving. Whether the need is in your community or halfway around the world, even a small gift can have a big impact.The act of giving can be its own reward. Giving may feel good, but giving back — and touching the lives of others — feels even better. Kevin McCort is president and CEO of Vancouver Foundation (www.vancouverfoundation.ca).

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FACE TO FACE: What do they expect from/predict for the year ahead?

Senate scandal, oil & Olympics B

efore we put away the My crystal ball tells me we’re Christmas trees and pack-up going to a have many rock-’emthe festive decorations for sock-’em battles between the oil another year, my colleague opposite companies and the environmentaland I thought it would be a good ists. The left wants enhanced social time to put forward our visions for services with no answer about how 2014. to pay for it. This is how we can pay In the NewYear, we can expect to for it. see a continuation of some the stoLocally, 2014 is going to be an ries that dominated national headelection year. In November, Tri-City lines in 2013. The Senate scandal is residents will go to the polls to elect likely going to come to a head, with mayors, councillors and school charges being laid and the Supreme trustees. If I had one wish for 2014, Court making its decision as to what it is that people in the Tri-Cities start it would take to reform or abolish paying attention to how our local the red chamber. governments are spending taxpayIn eastern Canada, Quebecers will ers’ money. Let’s start by holding likely head to the polls our local politicians for another provincial accountable — as we election.You know do provincially and what that means: more federally — by actuYou can comment on threats and rhetoric ally voting. any story you read at www.tricitynews.com from the separatFinally, 2014 is an ists.Yippee! And in Olympic year. Some Ontario, something has of my greatest memoto give with the Rob Ford saga… ries growing up have come watching the Olympic Games: doesn’t it? I think one of the biggest stories Donovan Bailey winning the 100 in western Canada is going to be m race in Atlanta; wrestler Daniel resource development. In 2014, we Igali kissing the Canadian flag after should have a decision about the winning the gold in Sydney; and Sid Keystone Pipeline, some movement the Kid scoring the Golden Goal in on the Enbridge Northern Gateway Vancouver in 2010. front and some deals between B.C.I can’t wait to see what new membased liquefied natural gas compaories Canada’s athletes at Sochi will nies and Asian buyers. create for us. Go, Canada, go!

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“If I had one wish for 2014, it is that people in the Tri-Cities start paying attention to how our local governments are spending taxpayers’ money.” Andy Radia

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his year is on life support and 2014 is about to be born. But before we embrace and swaddle the infant year, what can we expect from it? Here’s my less-than-comprehensive wish list for 2014, along with some predictions. I’m feeling emboldened, having last year correctly predicted that marriage equality would be constitutionally accepted in the U.S. in 2013. Locally, I hope 2014 brings relief from Lougheed Highway gridlock from Oxford in Port Coquitlam to west of Coquitlam Centre. I’m not confident, so perhaps our councils might instead consider a bylaw to allow texting for drivers who daily disappear and sit in this Lougheed triangle. I hope in 2014 that the fight is won for a SkyTrain station near the old Andrés Wine property in west Port Moody. I also hope Port Moody council will work 29% harder to resurrect the overdue Murray-Clarke connector project. Knowing the dedicated and politically astute people involved, an easy prediction is that 2014 will see the Mossom Creek Hatchery rise from its ashes bigger and better than before — probably before the salmon run next fall. I hope 2014 is the year Tri-City

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TRI-CITY LETTERS

Big PoMo council pay raises prompt amalgamation talk The Editor, Re. “Cash for hatchery (and PM council),” (The Tri-City News, Dec. 20). According to statistics on the city of Port Moody’s website, the average married couple and lone-parent family incomes (2005) were about $88,000 and $48,000, respectively. If a typical councillor devotes 20 hours a week to civic tasks, as Coun. Diana Dilworth stated, then the old salary level of $25,520 would seem appropriate. This self-serving largesse illustrates why the Tri-Cities should be amalgamated to eliminate a pair of city councils. D.B. Wilson, Port Moody

next time we vote in the next general election (in November 2014), council should let the voters vote on this. Or perhaps we should amalgamate Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port

Moody, and trim the fat of all those councils into one — then we can see if the councillors get reelected because of their expertise with a larger population base. R. Johnson, Port Moody

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CHRISTMAS TREE CHIP

Port Coquitlam will be holding Port Firefighters Coquitlam Local Firefi1941 ghters Local will a Tree Chip. This year1941 we will bebe offering styrofoam holding Tree recycling by donation forathe BCChip Professional Firefighters Burn Fund provided by Foam–Only January 7 & 8 • 9 am 4 pm

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Info on that new eBook, hot DVDs & fine foods Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

COQUITLAM

• eBooks for Newbies: Did Santa bring you an eReader or a tablet for Christmas? Learn how you can access eBooks for free through Coquitlam Public Library on Jan. 10, 2:30 to 4 p.m., in the City Centre branch’s learning centre. This hands-on session will teach you how to search for library eBooks and download them to your device or computer. Bring your Coquitlam library card, charged eReader or tablet, and connection cables with you. To register, phone 604-554-7336 and leave a message with your name, number and device type; or email lhansen@library. coquitlam.bc.ca. • Displays at the library: At City Centre branch, Coquitlam artist Diane Moran’s“Moran’s Mixed Media Memories” exhibit, featuring clay and paper mache sculpture. At Poirier branch, needlework, including cross-stitch, knitting, beading and pulled thread creations by members of the Coquitlam Needle Arts Guild. For more information about any of these programs, visit www.library. coquitlam.bc.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.

PORT MOODY

•“Express”DVDs: Port Moody Public Library now has extra copies of hot new movies that you can get without the wait. These copies aren’t available to be put on hold and only go out for three days so you will find different titles whenever you are in the Library. The next time you visit, check the great new movies on the shelves. • Holiday Hours: PMPL will be closed

NewYear’s Day and will be closing early on a few evenings between now and NewYear’s Day. Check the library website or call for days and times. Normal hours resume on Jan. 2. For more information, visit library.portmoody. ca or call 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.

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3 community foundations accepting grant applications The Tri-Cities’ three community foundations are now accepting applications for grants and bursaries:

Centre. Last year, the foundation distributed $114,000 at its awards night. Coquitlam Foundation is pleased to accept donations to any of its funds c/o 1207 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, B.C., Canada, V3B 7Y3; or through its website.

COQUITLAM

Coquitlam Foundation will be giving out a variety of grants to community groups in 2014. Along with a notice that the foundation is now accepting applications for grants, bursaries and scholarships, the foundation announced it recently created the new Coquitlam Foundation Community Fund (CFCF). Under the CFCF, the foundation will be better able to make grants in several areas, including: fine arts, performing arts and literacy; community wellness; culture; education; environment; and heritage. Applications for grants, bursaries and scholarships are being accepted until 4 p.m., Feb. 14. More information and application forms are available at www.coquitlamfoundation.com Successful applicants will be notified in May and will be invited to attend the Coquitlam Foundation awards celebration evening June 5 at the Evergreen Cultural

PORT MOODY

T h e Po r t M o o d y Foundation is kicking off its next grant cycle and seeks letters of interest from eligible registered charity organizations needing financial support in 2014 for projects and programs that will benefit Port Moody. In 2013, the PoMo Foundation provided about $5,000 in grants to help local registered charities fulfill their goals of serving the community. Grants of $500 to $2,000 may be given this year and letters of interest should be submitted by Friday, Jan. 23 to: Port Moody Foundation, 300 Ioco Road, Port Moody, BC, V3H 2V7. A copy should also be e-mailed to paul_ thiel@telus.net. Letters of Interest should be limited to one page and outline a project or program that fits with the funding areas identi-

fied in the Foundation’s mission: social, cultural, ecological and recreational. The foundation will review all submissions and create a short list of those that best meet the funding criteria. Organizations selected will be notified in February and will be requested to submit a more detailed funding application by March 8; success-

ful grant applicants will be notified in May. For further information, call Paul Thiel, grants committee chair, at 604-9361104 or visit www.portmoodyfoundation.bc.ca.

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The two-year-old Port Coquitlam Community Foundation is accepting prescreening applications for its first annual grant cycle.

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Applications are encouraged, but not restricted to: projects in the areas of the arts, culture and heritage; assistance to the homeless; the environment and community safety; sports, fitness and recreation. The deadline for applications is midnight, Jan. 15, 2014 and pre-screening application, procedure and process details are available

at pocofoundation.com. The PoCo Community Foundation was founded to assist in the creation of lasting legacies for the community supported by the contributions of individuals and organizations as well as the city. The foundation raises, manages and distributes funds for initiatives and programs that benefit PoCo residents.

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SATURDAY, JAN. 4

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• Tree chipping, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Cedar Drive elementary school parking lot, 3150 Cedar Dr., PoCo; by donation to help fund Cedar Drive PAC-sponsored events.

• Blood donor clinic, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Port Moody city hall; city staff have all set up appointments to donate blood but there are empty spots that we need filled. To register for a time slot, call 1-888-2DONATE.

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course will be held at Coquitlam Alliance Church for 10 weeks starting Jan. 12 at 11:15 a.m.; this course is for any parents, step-parents, prospective parents or caregivers of children up to 10 years. Cost: $5 for the workbook. Info: www.cachurch.ca/ alphaparenting.

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urged to come and share their concerns and experiences in a strictly confidential atmosphere; there is no charge (donations are accepted). Info: Norm, 604-936-8703 or Ken, 604 936-2998.

• Coquitlam prostate cancer support and awareness group (PCCN Coquitlam) monthly meeting, 7 p.m., Pinetree community centre, Coquitlam. All those involved with prostate problems are

To SUBmIT AN ITEm: email: newsroom@tricitynews.com

• Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club hosts a stamp auction by members – everyone welcome; viewing starts at 7 p.m., auction after 8 p.m., Poirier community centre, 630

• Chip for Charity Christmas tree chipping by donation, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 2700 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam; donations of money or non-perishable food items will go to Share Family and Community Services. Sponsors: Teklar and Windsor Plywood.

7 p.m., Riverside community church, 1477 Lougheed Hwy. (enter off Dominion Avenue), PoCo. Registration: 604-4729988.

FRIDAY, JAN. 17 • Tri-City Singles Social Club meets, 7:30 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 2513 Clarke St., Port Moody. Club is for single men and women 50-plus to meet new friends and enjoy activities such as dancing, theatre, concerts, dining, movies, day trips and

TUESDAY, JAN. 14 • Grief Share for support and recovery in the loss of a loved one, meetings are held from Jan. 14 to March 11,

SUNDAY, JAN. 12 • Alpha’s parenting

travel. Membership is $25 per year, new members are welcome. Info: Darline, 604-466-0017.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 22 • Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club hosts “book night;” swap and shop at 7 p.m., presentation of stamp books after 8 p.m., Poirier community centre, 630 Poirier St., (McGee Room), Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca or 604941-9306. see Xspdt, page 18

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CLUBS • Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise meets Tuesdays, 7:15 a.m., City Centre Aquatic Complex, 1210 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-4647706. • PoMo Men’s 55-plus Curling League is looking for players who would like to curl regularly or as a spare; league runs Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: Tony, 604-461-5901 or Bill, 604-464-1051. • Tri-City Singles Social Club offers an opportunity for 50+ singles to get together and enjoy a variety of fun activities such as dining, dancing, theatre, travel, bowling and more. Meetings are normally held on the third Friday of each month at the Royal Canadian Legion, 2513 Clarke St., Port Moody. New members are welcome; membership is $25 per year. Info: Darline, 604466-0017 or Louise, 604941-8897, or tricityclub@ gmail.com. • Tri-City Photography Club meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month (except holidays) at 7:30 p.m. at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., PoMo. The club is a great way to hone your skills and meet other photographers of all levels, and has photography outings throughout the Lower Mainland. Info: www.tricityphoto.ca. • Coquitlam Lawn Bowling Club is looking for new members. The bowling green and clubhouse are next door to Dogwood Pavilion and rose garden, located at 624 Poirier St. Membership is $90 per year and includes use of practice bowls, exercise, clean air, sunshine and friendship. Info: Dennis or Flo, 604-945-2768. • Como Lake Quilters meet weekly. Info: Gay, 604-250-7756 or Jo-Ann, 604-939-4869. • Coquitlam Needlearts

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• Coquitlam Gogos (Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation) meet third Wednesday of each month, 1 p.m., Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam. Info: Pam, 604-469-0265. Guild meets first and third Tuesdays of each month, noon-3 p.m. plus second and fourth Mondays, 7-9:45 p.m., Howe Room, Poirier community centre (club doesn’t meet in July and August). Members do needlework, embroidery, needlepoint, cross-stitch, knitting, crochet and much more; new members and all skill levels welcome. Info: Maureen, 604-9425457. • Circle of Friends is a social group for 50+ fun singles who are looking to meet new friends and participate in social events. Group meets to plan events at 7 p.m. on the third Friday of each month at the PoCo Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St. Info: Nina, 604-941-9032. • Euchre Club meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St., PoCo. Info: Bev, 604-9428911. • Tri-City Speakers Toastmasters Club meets Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m., Douglas College, David Lam Campus, main building, Room B2050, 1250 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam; you can drop in for an evening to experience the effective communications and honing of leadership skills in a friendly environment. Info: tricityspeakers. toastmastersclubs.org or Sean, 778-995-5230. • Fear speaking to a group? Get self-confidence and speaking skills as the Tri-Cities only noon-hour Toastmasters club meets at Coquitlam city hall every Tuesday, noon-1 p.m. Guests and visitors welcome. Info: tottcoquitlam. toastmastersclubs.org or Brad, 604-418-2393.

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• Lincoln Toastmasters meets from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Hyde Creek rec centre, 1379 Laurier Ave., PoCo (Room 3, upstairs). Improve your self-confidence, communication and leadership skills through public speaking; new members welcome. Information: http://6399.toastmastersclubs.org. • Friends of Coquitlam Public Library meet on the second Saturday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the

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• Do you want to improve your public speaking skills or practice hosting a meeting in a friendly environment? City of the Arts Toastmaster Club meets Thursdays, 5:30-7 p.m., Port Moody city hall, 100 Newport Dr. Club provides opportunities to practise your communication and leadership skills. Guests and new members welcome. Info: Andrew at andrew_geider@hotmail. com or www.cityartstoast-

masters.com. • Dogwood Drama Club meets every Monday and Thursday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. New members are always welcome for acting roles or backstage crew. Info: Dale, 604-939-6172. • Dogwood Photography Group meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month, 7-9 p.m., at Coquitlam’s Dogwood Pavilion. Club members must be members of Dogwood Pavilion; professionals and novices alike are welcome. Info: Arcadia, 604-936-2263 or artistarcadi@gmail.com. • Barnet Lions Club meets first and third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., Coquitlam Grill restaurant, 2635 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-644-

7194 or barnetlions.com. • Learn to square dance with the Ocean Waves Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Kyle Centre, 123 Kyle St., Port Moody. Info: Penney, 604-463-1477 or www. oceanwaves.squaredance. bc.ca • New Toastmaster club: Are you interested in having fun while developing communication and leadership skills? Would you like to be able to deliver a powerful toast at a wedding or a memorable speech, or learn to lead a team more effectively? This is your opportunity to be a charter member of the new RP2 Toastmaster Club. The club will meet Wednesdays 7-9 p.m. at Port Moody rec complex. Info: Gene, 604 230-8030 or genevickers@ hotmail.com.

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TRI-CITY SPORTS

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Pickell on track for a breakout season By Dan Ebenal The Tri-CiTy News

After two years competing on the cycling circuit Jackson Pickell’s skills are reaching high gear. The 17-year-old Port Coquitlam rider turned in a top-20 performance earlier this year at the national championships in Lac-Megantic, Que. Pickell finished the road race segment in two hours, 54 minutes and 16 seconds to take 19th spot in the junior category while his time of 44:23 in the time trials was good enough for 29th spot. “The guy’s a great bike racer. He has an eye for being able to pick out winning moves in races,” said Richard Wooles, Pickell’s coach and the executive director with Cycling British Columbia. “Jackson’s got a good engine but he’s also got a keen eye for being able to understand the bike race and the tactics that go along with the race.” Pickell followed that up with a top-10 showing in category 3 at the N o r t h we s t Ju n i o r s Classic Stage Race in Washington state.

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“Jackson’s got a good engine but he’s also got a keen eye for being able to understand the bike race and the tactics that go along with the race.” Richard Wooles, Cycling BC executive director Pickell’s time of 2:07:38 was good enough for fourth in the road race while he finished 12th in the time trial in a time of 30:15 and was 17th in the criterium in 50:49. His combined time for the three events gave him a ninth place finish. “It was a tough time trial but I liked the road race course. It was pretty hilly so that suited me because I’m a bit of a climber,” said Pickell, adding the road race is his favourite of the events. “Over the races I’ve developed as a climber.” Time trials see riders race by themselves in an attempt to record the best time over a course of about 12 kilometres. A road race will range from two to four hours where riders tackle a longer course of up to 80 or 90 kilometers. A criterium is similar to a road race,

with riders going over a shorter circuit, usually about a kilometre, for 30 minutes to an hour. But with the onset of colder weather, Pickell and many of the other riders turn their focus indoors. His next race will be the Burnaby Four-Day at the Burnaby Velodrome Dec. 27-30. “I got into road riding from track. Track is where I started. I really like to do both of them right now,” said Pickell, who enjoys the strategy of track racing. “There’s a lot of strategy in when to attack. If everyone has just sprinted, you can decide to attack right after that and some of the guys might be a bit tired.” Competing on both the track and road circuit requires two different types of bikes and even different training routines.

“It’s hard because when you want to train specifically for track you’re working on the shorter distances so sometimes it kind of conflicts,” said Pickell. Finding the time for training can also sometimes be a challenge. “It’s kind of hard with school to go out for very long on the roads because it gets dark around 4,” said Pickell, who goes to the track once a week and also has a traini n g b i ke s e t u p at home. “The weekends are usually when I get my road riding in on my winter bike, we do group rides in the Fraser Valley.” Pickell is aiming for a strong showing at next year’s national championships as well as the races in Washington state. “Next year is a big step up for him. If he does well he should go on to represent Canada at the world championships in Spain,” said Wooles, who coached the Canadian team for the last two Olympics as well as Great Britain for the two before that. sports@tricitynews.com

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Express can’t recover from slow start against Kings By Dan Ebenal The Tri-CiTy News

Sometimes the breaks just don’t go your way. And the Coquitlam Express knew early that last Friday was going to be one of those nights. The Express fell behind early with Powell River scoring three times in the first 7:39 on their

way to an 8-3 win. “They got up early on us and then after that we battled back but they just got some lucky bounces,” said Express head coach Barry Wolff. “They threw some pucks at the net and a couple went off ice and a couple went off them. We just had no luck.” Bo Pieper finally got

Coquitlam on the scoreboard when he potted a shorthanded marker from Ryan Rosenthall with just over two minutes left in the opening period. Canon Pieper’s power play marker two minutes into the second frame brought the Express within one. But less than a minute later Brian

Rideout restored Powell River’s two-goal lead. Kurt Keats added to the lead later in the period before Canon and Bo Pieper again combined to bring the Express within two. But the third period was all Kings, who outshot the Express 12-4 in the period and found the back of the net three

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times, twice on the power play. Gordie Defiel made 28 saves in net for the Express, who were outshot 36-22. The Express enjoyed a week-long Christmas break before getting back on the ice this weekend for a homeand-home series with the Langley Rivermen.

“It’s been a tough year so far, more so emotionally. It’s just been up and down, like a roller coaster ride,” said Wolff. “I think it will be great for us to get away for five or six days and just hang out, have some fun and come back refocused.” Coquitlam headed into the break 11 points back of the Prince George

Spruce Kings for second place in the BCHL’s Mainland Division and two points up on the Surrey Eagles. The Express will be in the Langley Events Centre Saturday night before playing host to the Rivermen for a 2 p.m. Sunday matinee at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Centre.

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Tourney scores for charity The Riverside Rapids went 3-1 at last week’s Tournament for Emily but the real winner was Children’s Hospital. The senior girls basketball tournament, hosted by Riverside, Terry Fox and Archbishop Carney, raised more than $8,000 for the charity. The tournament is dedicated to Emily Inglis, a Port Coquitlam girl who died of cancer in 2002 at the age of 12, and has now raised more than $60,000 for Children’s Hospital. The Rapids opened the tournament with a 53-45 win over the W.J. Mouat Hawks o f A b b o t s f o rd b e fore falling to the Quebec Blizzard 65-61. Riverside brushed back the Salmon Arm Jewels 58-43 and closed out the tournament Saturday with a 72-44 win over the Kelowna Owls. The Terry Fox Ravens opened with a 64-35 loss to the Burnaby South Rebels before falling 64-35 to Western Canada Redmen. Salmon Arm stopped Terry Fox 60-24 before the Ravens rebounded with a 44-28 win over the Chilliwack Storm. The Gleneagle Talons dropped a 58-51 decision to the Fleetwood Park Dragons. Western Canada shaded the

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Amanda Matsui delivers a layup for the Riverside Rapids at last week’s Tournament for Emily. Ta l o n s 5 9 - 5 5 a n d Gleneagle outlasted Chilliwack 60-42. The Charles Best Blue Devils were edged 54-51 by Western Canada, lost 76-59 to Burnaby South and fell to Fleetwood Park 51-31 The Gleneagle Talons senior boys faced their toughest challenge right out of the gate at their AAAA tournament last week. Gleneagle opened with a 73-70 overtime loss to eventual tournament champion Holy Cross. Th e Ta l o n s t h e n

knocked off the Centennial Centaurs 71-39 and crushed Byrne Creek 107-42 to claim fourth spot. Pinetree lost their opener to Charles Tupper 57-47. The Timberwolves then fell 71-65 to Byrne Creek before holding off Centennial 64-47 to snare seventh place. Centennial lost to Handsworth 62-57 in their other match. Holy Cross won the final with a 71-58 victory over Pitt Meadows The Talons Cordell Parker was named a tournament all-star.

The Charles Best Blue Devils continued their hot streak last week, capturing the McDonald’s VPD Winter Invitational. Th e B l u e D ev i l s scorched the John Oliver Jokers 96-69 to open the tournament before knocking off the Eric Hamber Griffins 87-47. The Devils punched their ticket to the finals with a 95-72 win over the Windermere Warriors. Charles Best’s Grade 11 standout Graham Miller scored 13 points in the third quarter to help overcome a 55-50 deficit and pace the Devils to a 79-76 win over David Thompson in the final. The Blue Devils Hans Stander was able to win the rebounding battle against his taller opponent, earning a selection as a first-team allstar. Miller was named tournament MVP. “A s a f i r s t ye a r coach with these guys I couldn’t be happier how quickly they picked up my offense,” said Blue Devils coach Sam Yu, who is happy with the 80 points a game his team is scoring. “Defensively we are giving up an average of 69 a game which needs to be lowered to around the 60-65 range but overall it’s been a great start for the Blue Devils.”

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821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1997 CAMRY, 4 dr 4 cyl, auto, loaded, new tires, aircared, mint cond. $2900 obo. 604-936-1270 2007 MERCEDES. A luxury car like no other. This fully loaded Mercedes S550 4-Matic S class. Premium and comfort package includes - navigation, voice command, heated and cooled seats, power rear shades and blinds, premium sound system, panoramic roofs both front and rear. Absolutely has it all. Very clean inside and out. No accidents. 150,000 km. Asking $29,500 OBO. Contact me via email for further information at:

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9038 2281 Argue St 2287 Argue St 2381 Argue St 2387 Argue St

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9211 3220-3224 Cedar Dr (even) 3233-3537 Fremont St (odd) 3311-3569 Handley Cres 725-875 Prairie Ave (odd) 3301-3362 Rae St

8460 612-650 Clarke Rd 631-739 Como Lake Ave (odd) 801-832 Dogwood St 607-735 Lea Ave 630 Morrison Ave

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8450 702-754 Blue Mountain St (even) 835-925 Cornell Ave 701-763 Hailey St 802-946 Smith Ave 705-707 Townley St

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9168 1610-1692 Windermere Pl 1718-1840 Heather Ave (even) 1720-1863 Windermere Ave 1735-1863 Lincoln Ave (odd) 3706-3826 Wellington St 3708-3758 Oxford St (even)

8517 1120-1219 Bartlett Ave 961-971 Bayview Square 1305-1308 Bayview Square 1209-1216 Crest Crt 920-1005 Gatensbury St 1309 Harbour Dr 981-1005 Lillian St 1124-1209 Luxton Square 1209-1216 Ridge Crt 1200-1216 Tilston Crt

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PORT MOODY: Aspen Wood Dr. 1 bdrm bsmt suite, $800/m inc utils. Avail. now. (604)461-0039

NEWLY Renovated 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes. Unique floor plans, walk out basements, large balconies and ample storage space. 1190 Cecile Drive, Port Moody, BC leasing@rentmidwest.com 1(888) 313-6991

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COQUITLAM WW Plat. Quiet 1bd +den, priv ent, patio, ldry. $900 incl util. Feb 1. NS/NP 604-944-1941

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ELECTRICAL

DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded. We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! *24 HOUR SERVICE* 30Yrs exp. Free est. 604-460-8867.

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE PEDRO’S Contracting & Drainage. Landscaping, Water Lines & Cement work. Call 604-468-2919.

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FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

Central Creek Construction Refinish & Sand Hardwood Floors & New floors. 604-773-7811. WCB & BBB. centralcreek@gmail.com www.centralcreek.com POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin. Repairs, Staining. Free Est.. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-468-4117.

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GARDENING

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MISC SERVICES

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MOVING & STORAGE

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Renovations/Repairs/Building Emergency services available! S Bathrooms S Basements S Suites S Decks / Sheds S Plumbing S Flooring / Tiles S Electrical S Interior Designing

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604-812-9721 Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.245.9069

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COMPLETE Roofing Ltd. Repairs & gutters, all roofs. WCB, BBB, Reas guaranteed. Sr Disc. 604-725-0106 GL ROOFING. Cedar/Asphalt, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters - $80. 604-240-5362. info@glroofing.ca

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GARIBALDI Court (604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge 2 Bdrm units avail January Great location for seniors! Clean, quiet & affordable! Incls heat, h/w, cable. Senior Move-In Allowance. Refs & Credit check req.

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

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

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

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PLUMBING

Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist

MARITIME MECHANICAL Ltd. Plumbing, Heating & Gas renos, repairs & new construction. Insured, licensed & bonded. w w w. m a r i t i m e m e c h a n i c a l . c o m (604)765-6397

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PORT MOODY. Ideal Apartment. 1/bdrm. Avail Dec 1. Secure parking, storage. Res manager. No pets. 778-355-1808, 604-469-9100,

RENAISANCE ON SHAW 555 Shaw Avenue, Coquitlam Studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments very close to Lougheed mall and sky train station. Contact manager, Nova at: 604-618-7467 or email novashaw@shaw.ca

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

PORT COQUITLAM, 1500 - 3000 sq ft. Ground floor commercial area. Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

LOCAL PLUMBER $45 Service Call Plumbing, Heating, Plugged Drains. Mustang Plumbing 778-714-2441 CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service

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800 sf S Impeccably clean Heat SH/W S Prkg S Avail Jan 1.

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

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

ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899

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PETS

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 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 P/B GERMAN ROTTWEILERS 3 female pups. Vet ✓. Ready to go. $500/each. 778-899-3326

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APPLIANCES

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

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

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In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On August 7, 2013, in the area of Gatensbury Street and Ridgeway Street, Coquitlam, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Coquitlam RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $4,530 CAD, on or about 17:26 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2013-1859, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil

Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

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