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CITYPAGE 26 WEEKS TO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS Be prepared for 72 hours.

For the weeks leading up to Emergency Preparedness Week starting May 4th, 2014, the New Westminster Emergency Management Office will be providing weekly tips on how you can start your own emergency kit and emergency plan. Use our list to add small items to your emergency kits every week. This can make the job of creating a complete kit a little less daunting and intimidating, and remember - most items can be found in your home.

The New Westminster Emergency Management Office is encouraging everyone to be prepared in case of an emergency. For more information on preparedness tips, please visit www.newwestcity.ca/EMO.

LEADS LEADERSHIP TRAINING OPPORTUNITY Training starts January 2014 Cost: Free (Century House Membership is a requirement) Century House, 620 Eighth Street www.newwestpcr.ca Are you 50+, retired or soon to retire and are looking to use your skills and experience in new ways?

Are you interested in developing a creative connection to your community through a meaningful volunteer experience?

• LEADS (Learning, Educating and Developing Seniors) supports your interest in lifelong learning, starting with a series of workshops exploring leadership, communication and development.

• LEADS gives you a supportive environment to develop the skills and confidence to take on leadership roles in your community.

• LEADS gives you the opportunity to practice those skills by co-presenting a public workshop at Century House.

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NEW CURBSIDE COLLECTION SCHEDULE WILL BE DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR! It’s that time of year again! We are in the process of rolling out the new collection schedule for 2014. Check your mailbox as it should arrive in the first or second week of December. Please begin using your new schedule right away!

There are several changes coming for 2014. One important change is the recycling of glass products. Although glass is a recyclable product, it will no longer be accepted as a curbside collection item. The Depot is still a great way to recycle your glass (6th Ave & McBride, open: Wed-Sun 10:00 am – 6:00 pm).

More details are provided in the new collection schedule.

Mobile Apps

• My Waste became a handy feature for many residents as we have over 1,500 users! Downloading the app onto your smart phone will help to ensure you never miss another collection day!

• See Click Fix was recently introduced and allows users a quick and easy way to report maintenance related issues. Log on to see what’s happening in your neighbourhood! This information and more can be found in the new collection schedule.

If you have not received a new schedule by the third week of December, or if you require an extra copy, schedules can be found on our website at www.newwestcity.ca or picked up at the following locations: City Hall, Library, Community Centres, Recycling Depot, and Tow Yard/Animal Shelter.

Help provide input to improve health in New Westminster!

The My Health My Community survey seeks to gather information about issues that influence our health, such as transportation, community services, green spaces, and sense of community. For example, do your kids have a safe place to play? Do you have access to fruits and vegetables? Is there too much traffic on your street? This information will be used to inform policy and programs to help make New Westminster a healthier community.

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COUNCIL MEETINGS Monday, December 30 No Council Meeting Please note that council meetings are now video streamed online at www.newwestcity.ca.

Confidentiality is a priority - survey answers and identifying information will be kept on separate computer systems complete with data encryption. Take the survey and win prizes including iPads and gift certificates.

If you are 18 yrs or older, please take the survey at: www.myhealthmycommunity.org We encourage everyone to take the survey, as the more responses we have, the better we can assess and plan for a healthier New Westminster!

PEDESTRIANS AND CYCLISTS: STAY VISIBLE DURING THE WINTER MONTHS The City of New Westminster encourages pedestrians and cyclists to use high-visibility safety items during the winter months to make themselves more visible to drivers. The City has purchased a limited quantity of high-visibility reflectors, which are available at no charge to New Westminster residents.

The reflectors can be easily attached to some items of clothing, backpacks or walkers and are a simple way to help promote the message of safety and visibility.

Even with reflectors, please always keep in mind the following road safety tips: 1.

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Always cross the street at an intersection – jaywalking is illegal.

Obey all traffic signals at intersections.

Make eye contact with other road users and wait for cars to stop.

Assume drivers can’t see you.

Stop wearing headphones/using your cellphone when crossing a street.

The reflectors, which are available in an array of fun shapes and colours, can be picked up at the following municipal facilities: City Hall (511 Royal Ave), the New Westminster Police Department (555 Columbia St) and the New Westminster Public Library (716 6th Ave). Otherwise, high-visibility reflective items can be found in stores and online where work clothing is sold.

NEW WESTMINSTER FIRE FIGHTERS’ CHARITABLE SOCIETY TREE CHIPPING Saturday, January 4, 2014 and Sunday, January 5, 2014 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Canada Games Pool Parking lot, 65 E Sixth Ave • all trees by donation • hot dogs, popcorn, face painting • tree burning demos (weather permitting) All donations go to New Westminster Fire Fighters’ Charitable Society.

DEADLINE APPROACHING FOR GET ACTIVE & STAY ACTIVE PROGRAMS Grade 5 and Grade 6 parents and students are reminded that the ‘Get Active’ and ‘Stay Active’ program application deadline is quickly approaching. Students have until December 31, 2013 to apply for their ‘Get Active’ card or their ‘Stay Active’ pass.

Application forms were distributed to all students through the schools in early October and are also available at these recreation facilities: Canada Games Pool, Centennial Community Centre, Queensborough Community Centre and Moody Park Arena.

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Friday, December 27, 2013 NewsLeader A3

Infocus LOOKING BACK LOOKING AHEAD: DOWNTOWN BLAZE

Fire site a key to Columbia Street’s future Mario Bartel

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The gleaming glass and granite Anvil Centre and Merchant Square are soaring toward completion only a couple of blocks away.

The Trapp + Holbrook condo development rises behind a braced historical facade a few doors down.

But it’s what will emerge from the rubble at the corner of Mackenzie and Columbia Streets that may determine the future success of New Westminster’s tarnished Golden Mile.

The Oct. 10 fire that razed the E.L. Lewis Building and the Hamley Block destroyed a good chunk of Columbia Street’s historical character that had received renewed allure in recent years, attracting the attention of big-time developers like Robert Fung. They’re betting on that heritage to attract new residents, retailers and businesses back to what once was the main retail strip east of downtown Vancouver.

“People and the development industry look at Columbia Street as a bit of a barometer at how everything else is coming together Downtown,” said Lisa Spitale, and Gary Lobel’s shoe repair shop, where the City of New Westminster’s chief the leather dust had settled even longer. administrative officer.

Terry Brine, who co-owned the E.L. That barometer was ticking steadily Lewis Building with retired insurance man upward when firefighters responded to Bill Lewis, closed his shoe store, Copp’s reports of explosions at the E.L. Lewis Shoes, at the beginning of the year after his Building in the family operated pre-dawn gloom. at the same spot By the time since 1925. But Lisa Spitale, city manager the last embers the shop, with People and the development industry look at cooled later its distinctive Columbia Street as a bit of a barometer at how that day it was everything else is coming together Downtown. angled entrance a pile of bricks at the corner of and debris. The Columbia and Hamley Block next door was so heavily Mackenzie, script signage and high interior damaged by flame and water, it had to be walls lined with dark wooden shelves, had immediately torn down. Another building become something of an icon of old New along Front Street was also badly damaged West and the glory days of the Golden and awaits demolition.

Mile, when families travelled from all over More than 30 businesses were displaced, the Lower Mainland and beyond to buy including Norm’s Barber Shop that had their shoes there.

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Left: Lisa Spitale says the future development of the fire site will be an important barometer of Downtown’s direction.

Below: The Oct. 10 fire that wiped out the E.L. Lewis Building on Columbia Street. Page A4: What was left of Tony’s Barbershop following the fire.

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“That’s important for Columbia Street, to keep something of the past.”

Spitale said that kind of commitment combined with the planned demolition of the western end of the Front Street parkade creates a golden opportunity to extend the revitalization of Columbia Street down the hill to Front.

“All of a sudden it just isn’t about Columbia working, it’s also about Front Street starting to work as well,” said Spitale.

But for that to happen, “a lot of pieces” will have to come together said Spitale. “It’s about the experience on the street.

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LOOKING BACK LOOKING AHEAD: FISCAL FURORE

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New Westminster residents could be forgiven if they thought the board of education with its numerous deficits during the past decade or so has been like the proverbial little Dutch boy with his finger in the hole in the dike.

In 2013, the dam burst and the district has been flooded by red ink.

In 2014, the board of education will have the unenviable task of rebuilding its financial structure in its wake. (If they’re looking to use duct tape to fix the problem they won’t be able to because the supply budgets at most of the schools—slashed to 10 per cent of the 2012-13 levels—is already running into the red.)

Although the district has had a few deficit budgets over the past decade, New Westminster’s troubles really began to build in 2012. Trustees went to the summer break believing they had a balanced budget for 2011-12. When they returned they learned it was actually a $2.8-million shortfall.

On top of that, further investigation revealed the proposed 2012-13 budget wasn’t as rosy as first believed either and by early 2013 trustees were having to make some tough decisions. Every

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They hired consultant Joan Axford to investigate the district finances and she found many systemic issues that needed correcting.

In the midst of the furore, secretary-treasurer Brian Sommerfeldt went on sick leave in February and parted ways with the district in March. For going away he received an 18-month severance package that is expected to pay him more than $200,000. To save money, assistant superintendent Al Balanuik absorbed Sommerfeldt’s duties into his while the board hired a former assistant secretary-treasurer for the board, Sheldon Lee, to be its director of finance.

By the time the school year was over the district’s accumulated debt was more than $5 million and the board was making major cuts just to balance the 2013-14 budget, chopping the equivalent of nearly 20 full-time teachers and 27 special education positions.

The discussions got emotional as teachers, support workers and parents pleaded with the board.

On top of all their woes, the district’s overseas business company was shut down in 2013 because provincial regulations didn’t make it feasible to continue to operate. The last couple of years it had been contributing significant profit to the district, but the board can’t count on that revenue any more.

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NEWSMAKER OF THE YEAR: HYACK

The continuing Royal City story with legs The NewsLeader has chosen Hyack as the 2013 NewsMaker of the Year in New Westminster.

In choosing, it was a close race with the Oct. 10 fire that claimed the E.L. Lewis Building, until recently home to the iconic Copp’s Shoes and a number of small businesses.

It was a spectacular fire and one that prompted a huge outpouring of sadness at the loss of such a significant piece of heritage on a corner that is the heart of New West’s Downtown. Also important was the impact on so many businesses that not only lost their home, but in cases like The Fat Paint Company, the loss of invoices and future orders of product—vital to getting back on their feet.

The fire garnered huge media attention across the region, and a fantastic response from the New West community, as organizations and individuals pitched in to support affected businesses.

Choosing Hyack as the NewsMaker this year is in no way meant to downplay the significance of the fire and its aftermath. And as shown by Mario Bartel’s Looking Back/ Looking Ahead story on the fire in today’s paper, the future of that Columbia Street site has much riding on it. Whatever is built on that property must contribute to the future success of New West.

The Hyack story, as we say in the news business, had “legs.”

Once the executive members of the board made the contentious decision to fire executive director Douglas Smith on July 31,

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it seemed not a week would go by that there weren’t new developments in the Hyack Saga.

The rest of the board objected to his firing, calling it out of order, and scheduled a special meeting in October to remove the executive. The executive fired back, adding their own resolutions to the same agenda for removal of those so-called “rogue” board members.

Then at the last minute, the “rogue” members resigned. And at the last minute the meeting was cancelled, with what some said was inadequate notice.

A group of Hyack members showed up at The Columbia theatre and convened the meeting anyway, and approved removal of the Hyack president and other executives behind Smith’s firing and…well, the legitimacy of that was disputed and…

Oh, did I mention that earlier, Smith had been reinstated for a month and then fired again?

And that after all these disputed hirings and firings, the City of New Westminster suspended funding and called for an audit, and asked the registrar of the B.C. Society Act to look into the legitimacy of Hyack?

Oh, and that Douglas Smith

While the Hyack Festival Association saga unfolded in 2013 president Gavin Palmer took part in ceremonies at other festivals in the Pacific Northwest of the United States.

got paid out for wrongful dismissal?

Or that well, he hasn’t actually been paid out yet because Hyack’s bank accounts have been frozen?

And um, Hyack president Gavin Palmer says it’s all Smith’s fault about the frozen account thing? And the city’s fault too?

And that Hyack issued a press release a few weeks ago saying they’ve re-branded themselves Festivals New West, to show

they’d listened to residents and to, in their words, “enter the New Year with a truly fresh and invigorated association?”

And that despite the press release about re-branding Hyack, that wasn’t exactly what was happening, because in a separate email to the Hyack membership about the name change, Palmer stated, “We are not changing the name of The Hyack Festival Association and would not do so without the expressed permission

of the membership.”

So. Some may say the future of Hyack doesn’t have too much import behind the borders of this 15-square-kilometre city. But in 2013 the organization’s travails had all the elements of a soap opera.

And love it or lump it, that made news. Loads of it.

Chris Bryan is editor of the NewsLeader.

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More reality checks arrived in November. Three more educational assistants were laid off because enrolment in the district’s alternate and aboriginal programs was down. In addition, New Westminster secondary’s principal Phil Cookson encouraged parents to get involved in district budget discussions in the new year. He told them the NWSS operating budget for 2013-14 had been

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The 2013-14 2014-15 budget fiscal year is a the district must grace period the province has given New begin paying back the debt it owes.

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“We need to find that balance of still offering those great opportunities while still being in good fiscal health and start repaying the deficit,” said new board chair Jonina Campbell.

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Friday, December 27, 2013 NewsLeader A7

LOOKING BACK LOOKING AHEAD: CENTRE OF ATTENTION

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Pedestrians tip-toed around it all year long while drivers patiently, and many impatiently, sat in their vehicles while they waited for the red STOP sign being carried by someone in florescent overalls and a hardhat to flip it around to the yellow ‘SLOW’ side.

Although it is far from being done, the end is in sight to the inconvenience Downtown New Westminster residents and visitors have endured during construction of the Anvil Centre civic facility and the Merchant Square office complex at Eighth and Columbia streets.

The Anvil Centre, complete with a medium-sized convention facility, 364-seat theatre, art gallery, museum and Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame is expected to be open in late spring of 2014. It’s anvil-shaped exterior has taken shape over 2013, but there’s still lots of interior work to be done.

New Westminster has hired two people to run the centre.

Vali Martling will be the general manager and Heidi Hughes is charged with bringing business to the convention centre.

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Hughes’ ability to attract events will be key to minimizing any sticker shock the city and its taxpayers might suffer from the Anvil Centre’s $41.5 million price tag. She’s going to be selling the centre as being tailor-made for small regional conferences because of its central location, proximity to rapid transit, reasonable parking rates, lower cost compared to Downtown Vancouver and beautiful setting near the Fraser River.

“We can create that memorable experience that can’t be found anywhere else on the Lower Mainland,” Hughes said during a recent tour of the centre.

Most of the Anvil Centre will be paid for with money the city received for having the Starlight Casino set up shop in Queensborough. But the city is currently on the hook for what could amount to another $51 million for the rest of the project.

The parking structure that goes with the building has a $12.5 million price tag, and the office complex, which rises

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The inside of the Anvil Centre during construction taken Dec. 6.

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New Westminster was forced to go it alone in early 2012 after Uptown Property Group pulled out of a partnership it had been working on with the city for the project.

The decision to borrow in the belief if they build it buyers will come caused quite a controversy. That may have faded away in 2013 but it could be revived if the city can’t find

a buyer for the office complex before it opens. Or, maybe more importantly, before the next municipal election scheduled for Nov. 15, 2014.

While no purchaser of Merchant Square has been announced, there is talk the city has found someone to take it off their hands.

The investor will need deep pockets to survive the early going because Merchant Square’s timing may not be as good as hoped.

The competition to attract tenants to first class office space is expected to be fierce when Merchant Square is completed because, for one, Metrotower III will be ready for occupancy about the same time. The Burnaby building will be 29 storeys with more than 400,000 sq. ft. while Merchant Square will offer just over 130,000 sq. ft.

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There are a few coupes still available and one that is worthy of consideration is this new 2014 Honda Accord Coupe V6.

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Honda’s contemporary on a dying breed 2014 Honda Accord Coupe V6 It’s fascinating to watch trends in the auto industry play out over time.

Some changes happen quickly, with one manufacturer coming out with a feature, then the rest of the industry following suit. Backup cameras would be a good example of this.

Other trends are much slower, changing because of demographic fluctuations.

One example of a slow-moving trend is the two-door coupe falling out of favour and its replacement by sedans and crossovers. This trend is greatly affected by baby boomers getting older and buying more for practical reason, rather than styling.

In the 1980s, and even the beginning of the 90s, there were plenty of coupes to choose from and they sold well. But where are the Honda Prelude, Toyota Celica, Pontiac Sunfire and Ford Probe coupes? Now gone and many not replaced with newer models. I’m thrilled to report that there are a few coupes still available and one that is worthy of consideration is this new 2014 Honda Accord Coupe V6.

Looks The Accord Coupe is based on the all-new Accord sedan that has been selling very well for Honda. In fact, it won the Canadian Car of the Year this year as decided by the Automobile Journalist Association of Canada.

Honda has done a good job of updating this big coupe with a more modern twist. Sold in three configurations from the base EX to the EX-L Navi (L stand for leather and navi is self-explanatory),

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which are both 4-cylinder way the radio stores and equipped models. The top retrieves pre-set radio trim is the EX-L Navi with stations. It took a long V6. This top trim level is the time to set the stereo model seen here: it comes up and having to go with LED projector headback and forth between lamps, 18-inch wheels and different screens is not duel chrome exhaust tips.

If you like the idea that intuitive. The rest of The 4-cylinder equipped the dash is large, with big models come with halogen of a smart looking car cup holder and plenty of headlamps and 17-inch storage areas. that is well equipped alloy wheels. The coupe The steering wheel and powerful, you starts at $26,400, a $2,500 buttons and heat controls premium over the regular might want to move on on the dash use first rate an Accord Coupe. sedan but when the switches and they are sedan is equipped with placed with precision.

Zack Spencer alloy wheels, the price is Drive Another trend almost identical. The EX-L that Honda is bucking, with this Accord is $30,100 for the leather and navi and Coupe, is the inclusion of a 6-speed the V6 premium is $35,500. Not an manual transmission and V6 engine. The inexpensive car but most are very well latest movement is to turbo or superequipped. charged 4-cylinder engines to replace V6

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Inside It’s a big and comfortable coupe. The back seat is actually usable for adults and the front seats are very comfortable. The trunk is huge and the back seat folds for extra long items but the seats do not split and fold, plus the opening to the back seat is small.

Standard feature on all Accord models is a backup camera and heated seats.

Honda, in my opinion, has raised the bar in the mid-sized category and produced the nicest dash I have seen in this class.

There are two screens in the centre console, one for the navigation unit and the other for the radio. They are framed in beautiful, high quality satin metal, chrome and soft touch materials.

One area that could be improved is the

power plants and duel clutch automatic transmission in favour of a manual. I’m glad that Honda still offers this layout; it shows they are serious about being a true enthusiast’s car company. Granted, most buyers will get the very good 6-speed automatic transmission with the 3.5L V6, but with 278hp and 252 lb.ft. of torque it will be a very lively car in either configuration. The manual is a joy to use and it is like a throwback to drive a V6 equipped manual car. The 4-cylinder models have 185hp from a direct injection 2.4L engine and either a manual transmission or continuously variable transmission (CVT) for added fuel savings. The CVT is capable of 7.8L/100km in the city and 5.7L on the highway. The

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V6 uses more at 10.0L/100km in the city and 6.1L on the highway.

Verdict When I started reviewing cars back in the early 1990s, cars like this were common: a mid-sized sedan with a V6 engine and a manual transmission.

I can clearly remember driving a Toyota Camry, Nissan Maxima and Accord equipped this way. While most companies are moving away from this design, Honda is sticking with it for now.

Soon Honda will have smaller turbocharged 4-cylinder engines available and this big coupe might too be fitted with something more efficient. If you like the idea of a smart looking car that is well equipped and powerful, you might want to move on an Accord Coupe V6 before it follows the latest trend.

The Lowdown Power: 2.4L 4-cylinder with 185hp or 3.5L V6 with 278hp Fill-up: 7.8L/5.7L/100km (city/highway 4-cylinder) Sticker price: $26,400-$35,500

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Wild West 2014 Toyota Tundra truck The 2014 Toyota Tundra has deep roots the Double Cab and Crew Max where in the Wild, Wild West. a 60/40 split bench flips up with a one The 1794 Edition is a tribute to the handed latch to allow more cargo space. ranch, founded in the year 1794, on The Tundra is equipped with Toyota’s which the Tundra plant is located in advanced display audio system with San Antonio, Texas. In AM/FM Radio, CD, MP3/ 2002, Toyota began the WMA capability, USB search for a US faciland auxiliary input, and ity to build the second voice recognition. It also generation Toyota Tundra. includes standard BlueThe 2,000-acre ranch tooth and an integrated site was acquired and backup camera. A SR ground breaking took model has a 6.1-inch The ride was a place Oct 17, 2003. Just display, while the SR5, like the ranch it replaced, perfect combination Limited and Platinum hard work and dedicamodels feature a 7-inch of on-road comfort tion prevailed bringing display with integrated and off-road production numbers up Sirius XM Satellite Radio. to 200,000 units. On Two engines available, toughness.

September 18, 2013, depending on the model Ian Harwood the one-millionth truck, you choose. The 4.6 L a Sunset Bronze Mica i-force V8 that puts out coloured 1794 Edition 310 horsepower and 327 Tundra, rolled out. lb ft of torque and the This truck has a com5.7 L i-force V8 with 32 pletely new body design with an aggres- valve dual overhead cam engine that sive grille that extends from the bumper generates 381 horsepower and 410 lb ft to the raised hood. The fender flares of torque. Both motors are connected to are larger and more defined, and the a 6 speed automatic transmission with tailgate has Tundra stamped into the sequential shift mode. sheet metal.

Fuel economy numbers are; The top of the line Western themed 5.7 L: 14.2/10.5 L/100 km (city/highway) 1794 Edition comes with a unique 4.6 L: 11.0/13.6 L/100 km (city/highway) chrome grille and chrome and silver Driver and front passenger airbags, bumper. It’s almost like a large belt roll-sensing, head/side curtain and front buckle! mounted side airbags, and the first 1/2 The inside screams country music with ton pickup to include driver and front its exclusive premium saddle tan brown passenger knee airbags. Toyota’s star leather seats with embossed and suede safety system includes electronic brake accents. Soft-touch materials are found force distribution, smart stop technolon the center console, the front and ogy, anti-lock brakes, vehicle stability rear door trim, and the instrument control, and active traction control. The panel. Rich maple wood-grain covers side mirrors have the blind spot monitor the steering wheel, dash and shifter. system that detects a vehicle in your Big improvement to the back seat of blind spot.

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The outside of the 2014 Toyota Tundra truck is all Wild West while the inside screams country music.

The ride was a perfect combination of on-road comfort and off-road toughness. The truck has exceptional steering response and it’s firm enough not to nose dive in the corners.

The seats are spacious and very comfortable; I compare it to a living room couch with seat belts. It has a very quiet cabin, which I found to be true with the previous model, with very little road noise.

I am happy they continued with the larger oversized buttons and knobs, which you can operate while wearing gloves. With the popularity of the Tundra growing, I can easily see the twomillionth truck roll out before the next design change. ian.harwood@drivewaybc.ca

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552 horsepower in the snow? – Not a problem Under the frozen silver metallic exterior coat of the 2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe parked at my home was a power plant not for the faint of heart.

The two twin-scroll turbochargers (BMW’s TwinPower Turbo Technology) along with a 4.4L, V8 generates 552 horsepower of gargantuan fun. But that smile can be turned upside down quickly if it starts to snow.

Does that mean you need to park this potent piece of German engineering until the spring? Not at all.

Granted, the “M” badge symbolizes that this 4-door coupe has a healthy dose of the German automaker’s renowned performance and it means it has a rearwheel drive configuration. Other 6 Series nameplates without

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When the sky starts to fall and results in slippery roads, what is one to do with a vehicle that is track ready? - Get snow tires!

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the M designation (whether the Cabriolet, Coupe or Gran Coupe) come with the xDrive all-wheel

drive system.

So when the sky starts to fall and results in slippery roads, what is one to do with a vehicle that is track ready straight from the dealer’s lot? Get snow tires!

I picked up some tips ahead of my ride from John Mahler, who has been in the automotive industry for decades as a race car driver and coach. He is currently the owner and chief instructor of Max Performance Driving and is the director of Bridgestone’s Canadian Winter Driver Training program.

He says, “As the temperatures drop, all-season tires get firmer and the rubber hardens up.

Winter tires don’t harden up. And that’s the big difference.”

Mahler continued, “Traction essentially depends on the tire’s

rubber conforming to the tiny, minute, irregularities in the pavement… If the rubber gets too hard, it just can’t do that, so it slips. Meaning, it’s not just for snow and ice, but also for cold pavement.”

Thankfully, the M6 Gran Coupe had them; otherwise it could have been an interesting situation.

And while one might be tempted to put the twin turbochargers to good use in adverse conditions, Mahler advised against it. Before I fired up the beast, I asked Mahler for some tips for all drivers.

He responded: “It’s a real simple one. And it’s the one that should be at the top of everyone’s list: Slow down.”

A close second, he mentioned, is,

“Practise looking ahead.”

“One of the things that you should be doing when you’re driving in slippery conditions is break down the jobs your tire has to do.”

He expands, “If you need to brake for a corner, make sure you that you brake in a straight line before the corner so that you have all the available grip for slowing the car.”

Other tips Mahler offers is to test out how much traction you have by applying your brakes. In the case of the M6, they’re the M Carbon Ceramic Brakes ($6,750), which are designed to stop you in a flash. But if’s there’s no traction, the pricey option isn’t going to help much.

But on the days where grip is plentiful, and you can enjoy the

ride a little bit more, the M6 Gran Coupe has a lot to offer.

Not only is it, in my opinion, one of the sexiest vehicle’s BMW has ever produced; it comes loaded with the features that make you feel warm and fuzzy on a winter’s day. Like the Bang and Olufsen Sound System ($5,900).

It’s music to the ears.

Following Mahler’s tips, I had no mishaps and really enjoyed the drive. In fact, if I hadn’t seen the white stuff on the ground I would have sworn I was driving in dry conditions.

Driving conservatively and letting the seven-speed double clutch transmission with shift paddles do its work made for a satisfying and safe drive. alexandra.straub@ drivewaybc.ca

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Subaru Forester 2009 to 2012: A dependable, utilitarian ride A redesigned third-generation Subaru Forester was on an incline this feature an early 2009 model year release. delays release of the foot A new look, better performance, enhanced safety brake to prevent the vehicle features and more interior space were all achieved from rolling backward and without drastic changes gives the driver more time to the exterior dimensions to achieve a smooth takeof this popular compact off. The automatic option utility vehicle. was a conventional fourA “Boxer” type engine, speed. with horizontally opposed Forester got top marks cylinders (like a Porsche from the Insurance engine), and a symmetrical Institute for Highway The reliable all-wheel-drive system Safety (IIHS) in its rollover distinguish a Subaru as a Subaru Forester is a test. The roof is more The Subaru Forester has an excellent history of mechanical dependability. very impressive blend than double the strength Subaru. Forester has an excellent history of merequired by U.S. federal is available at a lower rpm and fuel economy of utility, comfort, chanical dependability and safety standards. improved. Other than a new height-adjustable front handling and fuel the Subaru essentials are In addition to all-wheel-drive system, a Forester passenger seat no significant changes were made packaged with a practical, efficiency in a comes with anti-lock brakes and an electronic in 2012. utilitarian body. stability control system called Vehicle Dynamics The reliable Subaru Forester is a very impressive compact package.

Compared to the previous Control. It also provides what Subaru describes blend of utility, comfort, handling and fuel efficienBob McHugh generation Forester, the as a ‘virtual’ limited slip rear differential funccy in a compact package. While Forester has a loyal ’09 came with a new chastion. following, Subaru’s smaller dealer network may be sis with a wider track and a longer wheelbase (by 9 The 2009 Forester was offered in four trim levels; an issue, depending on where you live, and used cm), plus a new double wishbone rear suspension.

2.5X, 2.5X Touring Package, 2.5X Limited and a resale values are typically higher than average.

The structural changes also yielded extra cargo 2.5XT Limited model with a turbocharged engine. space and more rear passenger head and legroom.

Even a base Forester 2.5X comes well equipped Price Check: 2009 - 2012 Subaru Forester The single overhead camshaft base engine can prowith heated seats, air conditioning, power windows (November 2013) duce 170-horsepower and fuel economy is rated at and mirrors, roof rails, a tilt and telescoping steerYear Edition Expect to Pay Today 10.6/7.5 L/100 km (city/highway). While reliable, it’s ing wheel with audio controls.

2009 2.5X Limited $16,000 to $20,000 no rocket and flat-out acceleration to 100 km/hour A new PZEV (partial-zero-emissions-vehicle) edition 2010 2.5X Limited $19,000 to $23,000 takes more than 10 seconds. Agile handling does of Forester was added for the 2010 model year.

2011 2.5X Limited $22,000 to $26,000 help compensate for tame straight-line speed.

Emissions are about 90 per cent lower than most 2012 2.5X Limited $25,000 to $29,000 A turbocharged variant has twin-camshafts and (2010) vehicles, according to Subaru. can produce 224-horsepower. However, it likes In 2011, the base 2.5-litre boxer engine got a Prices vary depending on a used vehicle’s condition, premium fuel and consumes 10.9/8.3 L/100 km double overhead camshaft upgrade, plus new bore mileage, usage and history. A reliable auto techni(city/highway). Manual transmission models have and stroke dimensions. While maximum output cian should always perform a complete mechanical an electronic “hill holder” feature. When stopped remained at about the same level, more power check prior to purchase.

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Recalls on the 2009 - 2012 Subaru Forester: 2009 - An oil supply pipe to the engine turbocharger may crack at the stay brazing on the cylinder head-side, and this could potentially cause an engine compartment fire. Dealers will replace a cracked pipe with a modified unit or install an additional bracket to increase the rigidity of the pipe.

2009 to 2012: A faulty centre rear seating position seatbelt retractor may not allow proper installation of a child restraint or booster seat. Subaru sent owners a locking clip with instructions on how to properly secure a child restraint or booster seat.

Dealers will replace the centre seatbelt retractor upon request.

2009 to 2012: Dealer-installed accessory puddle lights may short circuit and cause the lights to melt.

Dealers will install an additional fused wiring harness to protect against short circuits. bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca

Charging ahead with plug-in hybrids, electrics The future of cars may be electric but do not expect 2014 to be the dawn of the new age.

In fact, I predict there’s a long road ahead for manufacturers trying to woo the driving public into buying a car with a cord attached.

Throw in the sales numbers for all-electric cars, plug-in hybrids and gas-battery hybrids and they don’t come anywhere near five per cent of total vehicle sales.

The commercial conundrum is that these (more) eco-friendly vehicles come with a premium sticker price beyond most folks and the only way to bring them in range is to sell many more!

Most provincial governments have incentive rebates for those that make a green choice. While successful to a degree, they alone aren’t going to turn us all on.

If gas prices soar then some more buyers will go the hybrid route but that said there are an

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Range anxiety is a major mental obstacle for those with the resources to contemplate the purchase of an all-electric car.

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Keith Morgan

awful lot of four-cylinder vehicles out there that are remarkably economical on gas. Let’s get our heads out of the dark clouds and accept that economy of purchase and operation are what drives most sales.

I am not an electric car naysayer, far from it, but we have to recognize that much needs to happen

before the majority buy into this future. Sticker price is one thing but the single biggest challenge has to be the slow pace of infrastructure to fast-charge cars whose batteries have run down mid-journey.

‘Range anxiety’ is a major mental obstacle for those with the resources to contemplate

the purchase of an all-electric car such as the Nissan Leaf or Mitsubishi iMIEV. For that reason, it seems likely that the likes of the Chevrolet VOLT will enjoy more sales success as a main means of transport because an onboard gas-powered generator is ready to kick in to recharge the battery when the juice runs

out. Similarly, the new BMWi3, while available as a pure electric vehicle, can also be purchased with a range extending engine.

Other manufacturers are set to follow that same route but in the meantime, the plug-in hybrid, which combines the pulling power of a gas engine and electric motor, is the early winner of people’s green-tinged hearts.

But back to the thorny issue of infrastructure. Many advocates want government to play a lead role but with all the demands made on the public purse that’s a dead-end street. Maybe the tax incentives they can offer will encourage the private sector.

For instance, the Canadian company Sun Country Highway has announced plans for a charging station network along the length of the Trans-Canada Highway.

Other companies operating alongside major highways are extracting planning concessions from local government by install-

ing recharging points.

Hats off to BMW and its holistic approach. The German giant is collaborating with small tech companies, who will work with customers to make sure their homes don’t require a major power refit just to own one of the new i3s.

And, as Dr. Ian Robertson, a BMW management board member, told me at the L.A. Auto Show recently, there are many other power opportunities right in front our eyes. Urban areas are awash with street lights, which could be used as a source for curbside recharging.

He also pointed out that there are many discontinued public phone sites in today’s cities. They have power wired to them and are ready to be tapped, should the phone company want to make a profit of more than a quarter per call. keith.morgan@ drivewaybc.ca

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To make that happen, outgoing chair Michael Ewen admitted in November some of the district’s education programs may be on the line.

On top of all the budgetary woes, the board has to find someone to be its educational leader in tough economic times. District superintendent John Woudzia will be moving on to a new position at Vancouver Community College after being in the top position for eight years.

(The budgetary debate has overshadowed the issue that has plagued the board for more than a decade which is building new schools. QayQayt elementary is well on its way to being open next September, with construction on a new middle school at the site of the current John Robson elementary on track to begin shortly afterward. While the talk about building a NWSS replacement was quieter in 2013 it is far from being over since underlying issues, such as building

around an old cemetery, aren’t even close to being resolved.)

The elephant in the room for the board as it makes its crucial budgetary decisions is the municipal election in November. Discussions at the board table have ranged from amicable to acrimonious and can be entertaining in a train-wreck kind of way.

The seven-member board is divided on many issues and often the bickering can be interpreted as petty. Four trustees backed by the New Westminster and District Labour Council hold the majority.

Ewen, who is now vice chair, is in his 34th year while James Janzen has been on the board for 20 years.

Jonina Campbell and David Phelan are first-term trustees. They are opposed on many controversial matters by Casey Cook, MaryAnn Mortensen and Lisa Graham, all of whom ran under the Voice New Westminster banner.

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Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training.

RENTALS ...................................... 703-757 AUTOMOTIVE .............................. 804-862 MARINE ....................................... 903-920

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3 Light Duty Cleaners req’d. Sal: $14.00/hr. F/t, Pmt. No exp. req’d.

Duties: Sweep, mop, wash & polish floors. Clean furniture. Clean and disinfect bathrooms and elevators.

Vacuum carpeting.

Distribute garbage bags, toiletries & supplies areas. Remove trash. Report and store lost or found items. Language: English. Punjabi is an asset.

Contact: Shyama from Dependable Janitorial Services in Burnaby, BC. Work at various locations in Prince George, BC. Please apply at dependable_janitorial@yahoo.ca or fax: 604.630.7275

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CARRIERS NEEDED James Western Star Truck & Trailer Ltd. in Williams Lake has an immediate opening for an experienced parts person.

Full Time, competitive wages, benefits & signing bonus. Fax resume to: 250-398-6367 or email: nwejr@jamesws.com

YOUTH & ADULTS Deliver newspapers (2x per week) on Wednesdays and Fridays in your area. Papers are dropped off at your home with the flyers pre-inserted!

Call Christy 604-436-2472

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for available routes email

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We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

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Advertisers are reminded that Provincial legislation forbids the publication of any advertisement which discriminates against any person because of race, religion, sex, color, nationality, ancestry or place of origin, or age, unless the condition is justified by a bona fide requirement for the work involved.

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DRIVERS; ANTA Enterprises Ltd. Ltd. req’s full time Long Haul Truck Drivers. $23.50/hr, 50 hours/week.

Send resumes: 6170 Marine Drive, Burnaby BC V3N 2Y1 fax 524-4804

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Sales Specialist Digital Products Black Press has an immediate opening for a digital sales specialist to monetize several highly successful online advertising platforms including LocalWork.ca.

Main Duties: t Contact prospective customers as directed by the Manager for a range of Black Press Digital advertising opportunities. Primary contact will be via telephone & e-mail. t Maintain contact and call volumes through a CRM system. t Creativity is an asset.

Qualifications: t The successful candidate will possess exceptional telephone marketing skills and will enjoy working in fast paced environment and have at least 2 years of direct selling experience. t This is a full time position based in Langley, BC. Black Press Offers Competitive Compensation, Benefits & Opportunities For Career Development. t Apply with resume to: Kristy O’Connor, Digital Sales Manager: koconnor@bpdigital.ca blackpress.ca X bclocalnews.com

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 NIGHT TIME Restaurant Cleaners needed 7 nights/wk, lower mainland area. (604)572-0070

Only those of interest will be contacted.

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The Burnaby NewsLeader is looking for energetic and customer friendly individuals for its Circulation Department. The right candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work with minimum supervision, and basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook Express.

Deliver newspapers on Wednesdays & Fridays in your neighbourhood.

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FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

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

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CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service

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. Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280 MIKE 604-961-1280

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TRANSPORTATION

APPLIANCES 810

AUTO FINANCING

MISC. FOR SALE

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REAL ESTATE

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS ADMINISTRATIVE Services Co-ordinator (Burnaby, BC) Responsible on a daily basis for ensuring the smooth operation of the office and administrative functions of our Italian-Canadian Social Services office. BA degree; Must be fluent in Italian (reading, speaking, writing); Advanced knowledge of Italian and Canadian pension regulations, as well as, Italian and Canadian income tax systems. For complete position details and application requirements, go to: www.workopolis.com.

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PATTAR ROOFING LTD. All types of Roofing. Over 35 years in business. 604.588.0833

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639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES • DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

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RENTALS

MOVING & STORAGE

MOUNTAIN MOVERS- Your trusted choice for residential moving services. (778)378-6683

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APARTMENT/CONDO 2 bdrm bright apt.

ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates.

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

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

Close to transit, schools, and shopping.

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$45/Hr

CLEAN SPACIOUS SUITES Fully Renod 1 & 2 Bd Suites Centrally Located, 5 min walk to Metrotown Mall. On-site caretaker. Extra lg patios.

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2007 MERCEDES. A luxury car like no other. This fully loaded Mercedes S550 4-Matic S class.

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Asking $29,500 OBO. Contact me via email for further information at:

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778-788-1867 COQUITLAM JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

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TREE SERVICES

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

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ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899 .Can-Pro Paint & Drywall. 3 rooms $250. Over 25 yrs of quality service. Insured/Free Est. 604-7717052

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

EVERGREEN PLACE

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

778-865-5454 #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

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 November 2, 2013, around the 4000 block of Norfolk Street, Burnaby, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Burnaby RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: a 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander, BCLP: 042PXW, VIN: JA4LX31F66U604984, and $700 CAD, both on or about 23:44 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been used in 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 (CDSA) and was therefore offencerelated property pursuant to section 11 (Search, seizure and detention) of the CDSA. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2013-1818, 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.

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:

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PERSONAL SERVICES 182

HOME REPAIRS

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

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

If I can’t do it It can’t be done

3 Food Counter Attendants req’d.

Sal:$10.50/hr. F/T, Pmt. Duties: Take customers’ orders. Prepare, heat and finish simple food items.

Serve customers at counters. Peel, slice and trim foodstuff. Portion and wrap foods. Package take-out food & receive payment from customers.

Clean restaurant and work area.

Lang: English. Contact Surinder from OPA Souvlaki in Burnaby, BC at: opa_resto_burnaby@yahoo.ca

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

APPLIANCE FOR SALE

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Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222

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CASH for all Vehicles FREE Towing QUICK Service ALWAYS Available

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

TRANSPORTATION

CASH FOR X-MAS

604-358-9575

Paul: 604 626-1641 24/7

10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. CA. Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters.

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Bright large 1br for rent fully reno, available immediately very clean quite building.

Quality Work - Fair Price

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6985 Walker Ave

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

Registered White Lab cross Kuvas 2 Male, 1 Female, puppies are white, paper trained, ready to go!

Have shots & vet checked. $550.

Call 604-991-0114.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION EMAIL: circmanager@ burnabynewsleader.com

TRANSPORTATION

WALKER MANOR

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

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604-218-3064

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

Specializing in • Concrete • Forming • Framing • Siding

Do you have a reliable van and a valid drivers license?

You could make extra money delivering the Metro Monday through Friday.

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RENTALS

The Scrapper

Central Creek Construction Refinish & Sand Hardwood Floors & New floors. 604-773-7811. WCB & BBB. centralcreek@gmail.com www.centralcreek.com

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PETS

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES! 2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

On September 29, 2011, at Fir Street and Smith Avenue, Burnaby, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Burnaby RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $1,060 CAD, on or about 13:30 Hours, and four cell phones, on or about 13:30 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been used in/ 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: 2013-1867, 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.

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 September 23, 2013, on Willingdon Avenue at Canada Way, Burnaby, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Burnaby RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $47,355 CAD, $100 USD, and a Blackberry cell phone, all on or about 17:48 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 354(1) (Possession of property obtained by crime) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2013-1854, 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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