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The tin soldier on New Westminster’s waterfront may be a welcome site for tourists, but Eman Elmasri of the Lower Mainland Purpose Society, and John Stark, the city’s senior social planner, have been working to make the city a more welcoming place for new immigrants.

Laying out a welcome mat City looking to establish a centre for new immigrants to New West Mario Bartel

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The giant tin soldier along New Westminster’s waterfront may be a welcoming sight for visitors and tourists. But new immigrants looking to settle in the city, find

employment, lay down roots, need more than a ready photo op.

The Lower Mainland Purpose Society, along with the City of New Westminster and partners from various businesses and institutions like the Chamber of Commerce and Douglas College are wrapping up a year-long initiative under the province’s Welcoming Communities Program aimed at making the city

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More importantly, the project could eventually lead to the creation of a welcome centre for new immigrants to the city, said John Stark, New West’s senior

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A big step has been taken toward silencing train whistles and giving many New Westminster residents a more peaceful sleep, according to Coun.

Chuck Puchmayr.

On Friday, the city announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Southern Railway of British Columbia (SRY) and Port Metro Vancouver (PMV).

Both the city and SRY have pledged $500,000 to implement measures such as signalization to improve several crossings used by the railway in Queensborough and on the mainland where SRY’s tracks stretch from Quayside to Trapp Road.

Puchmayr, who chairs a railway advisory committee established in Please see STORY, A3

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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.

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Wednesday, February 12, 2014 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm City Hall Council Chamber, 511 Royal Avenue The City will be holding an Open House for local businesses, residents and trucking industry stakeholders.

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In conjunction with the Master Transportation Plan Please note that council process, the City has been studying the role of the meetings are now video streamed online at truck route network for regional goods movement www.newwestcity.ca. and has identified a number of routes that could be removed to reduce community impacts while retaining alternatives for through goods movement. These changes include the removal of Royal Avenue, East Eighth Avenue and East Columbia Street north of Brunette Avenue as designated truck routes.

To provide options for trucks travelling through the City, it is proposed that Stewardson Way, Brunette Avenue, Front Street and McBride Avenue would remain available as 24-hour truck routes, seven days a week, while Tenth Avenue west of McBride Avenue would remain as a daytime truck route.

New Westminster businesses will not be affected by these changes, as trucks delivering to, or picking up from, local residences and businesses are still permitted to travel via the closest and most direct street route within the City.

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QCB remains skeptical of MOU Wright invites ⫸

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August 2012 to examine the issue of train whistling, said the MOU was historic because a railway committed money to such a project.

“To me that’s unheard of.

It’s a milestone in railway negotiations,” said Puchmayr.

He pointed out a similar agreement for the Begbie Street crossing was reached earlier with three other railways but in that case the city will have to pay for the improvements.

“A lot of the work [on the Begbie crossing] has already been done,” said Puchmayr.

“Our engineers are just about finished the analysis of what has to be upgraded to make things work. Once that’s completed it goes to Transport Canada, and if the railways have agreed with it they normally rubber stamp it.”

He added PMV, which owns many of the properties SRY connects to in Queensborough, also has some money available for the project.

“I don’t think $1 million will do all of them. We’ll find out what the estimates for the crossings are, but it will do the lion’s share of them.

Some of them are crossings that are on land owned by the city so there might be the ability to eliminate some of those crossings,” said Puchmayr, who estimated the eventual total cost at about $1.5 million.

He’d like to start with the crossing that bends across Quayside Drive and cuts between two condominium complexes and parallel to a playground before crossing the Fraser River into Queensborough. He noted the crossing is a bit of a challenge because it crosses

Council wants to meet with premier, transportation minister Grant Granger

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Residents along New Westminster Quay may soon get some relief from train whistles after the Southern Railway of B.C. and the City reached a memorandum of understanding that includes construction of a controlled crossing on Quayside Drive.

the street on a curve. championing the cessation been accommodating when SRY president and CEO cause for the Quayside dealing with residents.

Frank Butzelaar said in a Community Board (QCB) “They have done some press release the agreement is for years, said anything that things and invested some part of the New Westminster- can be done to eliminate money for the benefit the based company’s ongoing any noise will be greatly community. So I’m not effort to mitigate surprised SRY is impacts it has “on the first to the table communities in to do things,” said James Crosty, QCB past-president which we live and Allen.

Depending on the MOU, one has to question work.”

While praising the what solution has been found when the press Puchmayr said memorandum as a release states this ‘is planning a process to with so many entities further explore and implement a process.’ step forward, QCB involved and so past president James Really what does this mean to residents? much technical work Crosty remains to be done it can be skeptical because the a long process. But announcement lacks there’s a light at the end of appreciated by the Quayside details. the tunnel. community.

“Depending on the MOU, “I would hope Begbie is “I know these guys are one has to question what completed this year, and big organizations and solution has been found when I would hope some of governments and it takes the press release states this ‘is the Southern projects are a long time to make things planning a process to further completed this year as well. right,” said Allen. “Unless explore and implement a That’s my hope but I’m not it’s a big accident like Lac process.’ Really what does the engineer and not the Megantic … they move at this mean to residents?” wrote builder,” said Puchmayr. glacier-like speed.”

Crosty in response to the Brian Allen, who has been He added SRY has always news.

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New Westminster Mayor Wayne Wright wants to talk traffic with Premier Christy Clark and Transportation Minister Todd Stone and at least one of them may be willing to listen.

Wright wants them to come to the Royal City and see firsthand the gridlock tolls on the Port Mann Bridge and the opening of the South Fraser Perimeter Road have imposed upon the city’s streets and the Pattullo Bridge.

Council sent a letter to Clark CLARK and Stone requesting a visit and a sit-down discussion with them on the issues. On Thursday, a ministry spokesman said Stone’s office “will work with the Mayor’s office to facilitate a conversation in the coming weeks.”

“I’m surprised,” said Wright about the media attention New Westminster’s request has garnered. “We asked ourselves, ‘how do we get some more people to react to this.’ There’s got to be a solution.”

Wright and council believe the higher tolls implemented Jan. 1 on the Port Mann Bridge have diverted commuters to the Pattullo and onto the streets of New Westminster. In addition, the completion of the South Fraser Perimeter Road with its easy access to the Pattullo and roundabout route to the Port Mann has also meant more vehicles, particularly heavy trucks, are using the Pattullo.

For the past two years, TransLink has been trying to determine whether to refurbish, replace or relocate the Pattullo. Surrey wants a six-lane replacement while New West would like the possibility of a four-lane bridge connecting North Surrey to Coquitlam combined with a refurbishment of the Pattullo explored.

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Sports goes high tech at Douglas College New labs use highspeed cameras to study mechanics of movement Mario Bartel

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If Douglas College varsity sports teams suddenly find themselves accumulating championship banners by the basketful, the secret to their success might be found in a 17x8-metre classroom on the third floor of the New Westminster campus.

That’s where the school recently opened a new sport science lab that will allow students to study the mechanics of human movement using high speed video cameras and six force plates installed into the floor.

The plates are linked to a laptop computer that uses special software to measure and visually depict the forces transmitted through an athlete’s body as they swing a golf club, fire a jump shot, throw a baseball. That data can then be combined with slow motion video of the athlete in action to find areas where they might be able to improve their performance or avoid injury, said Lara Duke, an instructor

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Sport science instructor Lara Duke analyzes the motion of Dylan Bird-Singh’s golf swing in the new sports science lab at Douglas College.

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in the sport sciences That’s something Dylan department.

Bird-Singh, a technician Brian Storey, Douglas sport science chair “It’s exhilarating to in the new lab, wishes he We’re taking the mystery out of movement. think about the hands-on could have had access The human eye can only take in so much. opportunities our to when he was playing students will have with the rugby in university. equipment,” said Duke.

“It comes down to The school’s athletes and conduct in the lab could be used efficiency of training,” said coaches are excited as well, said to create training programs Bird-Singh. “They’ll be better Duke. The research students customized to each athlete. athletes if they’re moving more

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Stabbing in Queensborough An 18-year-old boy is expected to recover from injuries suffered when he was stabbed at a home in Queensborough last Tuesday.

New Westminster police said they found the teen suffering from a significant stab wound after they were called to a residence in the 1300 block of Salter Street about 2:10 p.m.

He was taken to hospital and as of Thursday was in serious but stable condition.

Initial investigation by the NWPD major crime unit indicates it was a targeted attack but it isn’t known if there were any gang connections.

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As the database of human movement research grows, the coaching and training of athletes is becoming more scientific, and less about old-school techniques and knowledge passed down through the generations, said Brian Storey, the chair of the sport science department.

“We’re taking the mystery out of movement,” said Storey. “The human eye can only take in so much.”

While many sport science departments have facilities that allow students to study movement, Douglas’ lab will be unique in that even undergrad students in the diploma and bachelor’s programs will have access to it, said Storey.

As more students become familiar with the equipment and pursue research projects, they’ll be able to pursue partnerships with sports groups in the community, said Duke. For instance, scientific data about lacrosse is almost non-existent and Salmonbellies at every level might benefit from an analysis of lacrosse shots.

“The space and equipment will open a lot of doors,” she said.

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK:

Setting priorities

LAST WEEK:

The finger-pointing over the plan to hold a referendum on TransLink spending and transportation priorities is getting a little ridiculous.

So much so, the Premier has now opened the door to delaying the vote.

Last Wednesday the mayors’ council said all Metro Vancouver mayors “unanimously” oppose the referendum. They claim there’s no time to put together a question and “educate” the public before the municipal election, 10 months from now.

But other than Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts, no mayor has yet proposed an idea to be included in a referendum question. They’d rather be against the concept.

On Thursday, Transportation Minister Todd Stone said the mayors needed to set some capital spending priorities and propose a question.

That’s the first time anyone in the provincial government said such a question should be the responsibility of the mayors.

The mayors seem fixated on not raising property taxes for TransLink. Nobody wants to bear the wrath of taxpayers, aka voters, for higher tax bills.

Especially when many of those dollars go towards services that may not even serve their community.

It seems unlikely that the disparate areas of the Metro region will agree on transit priorities, let alone on new methods for taxing people.

Perhaps it’s time to break TransLink up and let the regions north and south of the Fraser set their own priorities. Revenues from each area can go towards services in that area, with both regions contributing to services that cross the river like SkyTrain.

It’s time for the mayors and the province to stop pointing fingers and start working together to come up with creative solutions that will deal with the region’s transportation issues.

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Tug of war for transportation taxes Premier Christy Clark has set off a storm of protest by imposing a referendum on new Lower Mainland transportation improvements, timed with the province-wide municipal elections on Nov. 15.

Even if you don’t live in Metro Vancouver, you’re not immune from this long-running saga. Provincial and federal governments use your tax dollars for the big stuff, including the SkyTrain Canada Line to Vancouver airport and the South Fraser Perimeter Road, a new truck route to port facilities at Tsawwassen.

Clark has promised a bridge replacement for the George Massey tunnel under the Fraser River, which may or may not be tolled like the Port Mann bridge. The patchwork of Lower Mainland tolls is a growing political liability for the B.C. Liberal government, and if further tolls are avoided, major works elsewhere in the province may be delayed as the budget is eaten up by the big cities.

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tunnel replacement in a September 2012 speech to the Union of B.C. Municipalities. In the same speech, she also pledged to complete the four-laning of the last 240 km of the Trans-Canada Highway from Kamloops to the Alberta border. That’s one of the most mountainous stretches of highway in Canada, and the province’s cost was estimated at the time to be $650 million over 10 years. Time will tell if that promise is kept.

Transportation Minister Todd Stone inherited the mess left behind by former minister Kevin Falcon, who took transit authority away from Metro Vancouver politicians. He appointed a board of experts and set up a toothless “mayors’ council” to rubber-stamp their decisions, after forcing through

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the Canada Line ahead of a long-promised transit extension to the east.

Local politicians wrangled for years over that eastern extension.

They finally settled on surface light rail, only to be overruled by the province, which wanted the vastly more expensive SkyTrain.

The latest rebuke to the mayors’ council was when they decided not to proceed with a costly new electronic fare card system. Falcon reversed that one after taking a junket to London and falling in love with their “Oyster card” subway system.

All the glitches from TransLink’s new “Compass card” program will be encountered this summer, just before those mayors go to the polls to face voter wrath.

Speaking of reversals, Stone is now demanding the mayors come up with their list of priorities for new projects. They are expected to believe their choices won’t be overruled again.

Stone correctly notes that Vancouver wants SkyTrain on Broadway, Surrey wants new surface light rail, and other

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Local governments have a long history of parochial squabbling, getting their pet projects done and then suddenly developing the urge to rein in spending once it’s time to dig deep for their neighbours.

Lower Mainland taxpayers are weary and confused by all this reorganizing and in-fighting.

Many likely believe that it is their regional government that has imposed the Port Mann bridge tolls, when in fact that is a provincial highway project over which they had no say.

Clark has made it clear there is no going back from a November referendum on new regional transportation financing tools, a promise explicit in the B.C. Liberal election platform. She hopes it will increase the dismal voter turnout for local votes.

If it does that, it may be worth it. Right now, civic elections are dismal affairs, with voter turnout and awareness of local issues drifting from bad to worse. twitter.com/tomfletcherbc

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Fair living wage not fair A civic centre and office tower which is about to become a burden on the taxpayer and is subject to FLW or otherwise employ city staff. Free enterprise wishing to become a tenant or operate a restaurant will have to pay FLW and compete against surrounding businesses who do not. This spells business failures over and over.

Come on guys, tell it as it is!

You owe it to all citizens, not just your special interest groups.

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DOING THE MATH ON BRIDGE TOLLS Some commuters have successfully figured out paying $3 each way on the Port Mann bridge costs them $6 a day.

Their solution to avoid the charge needs a bit of explaining and caused me to scratch my head a bit more than usual.

Because, using the Pattullo Bridge costs an extra $7 for gas and is probably 45 minutes

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Maybe here is more proof that the no-fail policy in our classrooms is not working too well. Maybe we should finally demand results, the way we do when visiting our dentist!

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Re: Critic targets city’s living wage” (New West NewsLeader, Jan. 17, 2014 ) Once again the issue of New Westminster’s fair living wage policy is being attacked, and so it should be! Fair living wage is not fair to taxpayers and it should be named a subsidized living wage as it is heavily subsidized by the taxpayers of New Westminster.

For example, contractors able to provide a service for $16 per hour must pay $19.62.

When bidding they include the additional cost of $3.62 in the contract and taxpayers pick up the additional $3.62. Fair? I think not!

This policy destroys the very meaning of free enterprise and is a form of dictatorship.

I have never heard, not even in Coun. Harper’s defence in this article, what the true costs of the FLW policy is. The only benefits I see are job protection for city employees and higher wages for those privately employed and working in the city. Many workers benefiting from the New West-only policy live in other municipalities, municipalities smart enough to avoid the FLW. Possibly this council could be clearer on details of the cost.

Coun. Harper’s claim the “policy leads to stable, satisfied work force” only applies to his labour affiliates, not the taxpayers who unknowingly, due to lack of real fact, supported this policy and its advocates in 2011.

Election 2014 is around the corner.

Current newspaper articles tell us how wonderful this council is doing. How wonderful the city debt load has become. A $3 million overpass to a minimally used park, with a subsidized concession? The park already has three pedestrian and vehicle access points.

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Looking for numbers for Pattullo Bridge traffic “What’s happened now when we go back to our discussions, we want a full explanation of the funding mechanism. If the bridge that goes from Coquitlam to Surrey is a better answer than a six-lane, except for costs, then it has to be explored,” said Wright.

“We seem to be getting blamed for [putting up roadblocks to replacing the Pattullo]. We’re trying to get the best result and it’s not for the short term but for long, long term.”

He noted use of the Pattullo had declined steadily since 1994 to about 60,000 per day in 2012.

By December 2013, however, TransLink’s numbers show usage had climbed to about 75,000 a day on weekdays. With the

Port Mann tolls doubling Jan. a candid talk. He understands 1, Wright wants to see the post they have a much bigger picture new year numbers, which he to look at but “if we could isolate says should have already been this then we could make it clear available from TransLink. The to them what’s going on.” city, said Wright, was New Westminster’s told by TransLink the critics have said a Surreycounter was broken and Coquitlam connection the stats will be available in would be too expensive.

February. Wright expects But Wright believes it’s the numbers will verify more important to build New Westminster’s visual the right solution for the WRIGHT and anecdotal evidence. next 100 years.

“I’m anxious to see “If you build a bigger the numbers. I’m just hoping Pattullo where is the traffic that the numbers are real,” going to go? The traffic wants said Wright. “If I have to put to go east and all that is solved, our own people on [counting including the (problems with vehicles], I will.” the one-lane Brunette) Bailey Wright wants Clark and bridge,” said Wright. “To me Stone to see the traffic jams for [an alternate connection has] themselves and then sit down for got some validation.”

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riendly people, many people from cultural or ethnic communities, and the small size of the city— these are the three most cited reasons for recommending New Westminster as a place to live according to respondents of the city’s Multiculturalism Advisory Committee New Westminster Immigrant and Refugee Survey 2013.

One initiative that aims to embrace the friendliness and diversity of the community is Welcoming and Inclusive New West (WINS), a collection of community agencies and businesses in New Westminster.

WINS members have been working throughout the past year to ensure new immigrants and refugees feel welcome and included and can continue to make important contributions to the growth, livability and prosperity of New Westminster. Two initiatives of the project include Receptive Communities, through storytelling and community dialogues, and Welcoming Spaces,

through training and implementation of a task force to guide organizations in what constitutes a welcoming physical space.

One of the greatest successes of WINS was a focus on Inclusive Workplaces. The New Westminster Chamber of Commerce and MOSAIC, an immigrant services organization, worked with businesses and highlighted issues and opportunities related to immigrant workforce attraction, integration and retention.

“Based solely on projected workforce needs the immigrant workforce will be one of the keys to the future economic success of the region,” says Cori Lynn Germiquet, Executive Director of the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce.

To culminate and highlight WINS activities, WINS – A Celebration is being held on February 15, 1:30-3:30 at Century House.

he New Westminster Chamber will be the host of the 2014 BC Chamber Executives Conference from September 11, 2014 - September 13, 2014.

This will bring delegates from all around the province and provide our city with a golden opportunity to showcase the brand new Anvil Centre, the historic downtown and the waterfront as well as all other business districts and neighbourhoods.

“Having attended and organized conferences such as these in BC and Alberta, I know first hand what this means to a host community.” states Cori Lynn Germiquet, Executive Director, New Westminster Chamber. “This will allow us to showcase our beautiful City to business leaders from each corner of BC and send them back to their respective communities with “New Westminster Experiences.”

The three-day conference typically brings in high - profile speakers, attracts media attention and stimulates spending throughout the city.

Maureen Czirfusz, President of the BC Chamber Executives adds “We are really excited to be hosting our conference in New Westminster. New Westminster offers excellent accessibility for all of our delegates and we are confident that the New Westminster Chamber and their community partners will be great hosts.”

The Chamber looks forward to partnering with the Anvil Centre, Tourism New Westminster and Inn at the Quay to produce a best in class event that exceeds all expectations.

Tej Kainth, Executive Director, Tourism New Westminster remarked: “Tourism New West is looking forward to working with the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce and all of our tourism stakeholders in showing off the best of New West.”

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“The Inn At The Quay is thrilled to be selected as the host hotel where BC Chamber Executives will come together to share creative thinking and planning.”

Says Sue Belzer, Inn at the Quay. “We look forward to providing the attendees with a unique and relaxing overnight stay perched over the Fraser River where they can take in more of what our vibrant city has to offer.”

“We are very excited to be one of the venues that will be hosting the BC Chamber Executives’ Conference in September 2014,” said Heidi Hughes, Director of Sales & Marketing for the Anvil Centre. “We are proud to showcase the brand new Anvil Centre and look forward to tailoring the group’s event requirements to the distinct set services that are available at Anvil Centre. We are opening our doors in 2014 and having conferences with a local and regional scope are key to the success of the venue.”

n April of 2013 The New Westminster Chamber of Commerce launched its first Doing Business in New Westminster Magazine .

The Magazine was distributed to all New Westminster Chamber of Commerce members, all Federal, Provincial and, International Leaders involved in the attraction of investment to BC. In addition the magazine was used extensively by our community partners and residents as a way of welcoming our visitors and potential business investment to New Westminster.

Why is this important for New Westminster?

The New Westminster Chamber of Commerce is working hard to position our community for economic success. As economic competition continues to intensify in BC and globally, how we position ourselves in the marketplace will have a direct impact on our ability to be successful.

In 2014 we will double the distribution of the Magazine and ensure that copies are available for all conference delegates and business visitors to New Westminster.

Call the Chamber today to see how you can participate.

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BOYD AUTOBOFY & GLASS 1321 Third Ave. New Westminster, BC V3M 1R3 T 604-526-5444 F 604-526-5667 E terry.kinamore@boydautobody.com W boydautobody.com Contact: Terry J. Kinamore Collision; Autobody.

MAINLAND HEARING 409 – 301 East Columbia St. New Westminster, BC V3L 3W5 T 604-553-4952 F 604-540-7086 E jchaisson@mainlandhearing.com W mainlandhearing.com Contact: Judy Chaisson Hearing clinic.

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BUSINESS IN NEW WEST ____________________ presented by

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING JOIN US AS YOUR 2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS CELEBRATES A BANNER YEAR OF ACTIVITIES

FEBRUARY 26, 2014 LA PERLA BALLROOM 11:30 AM -1:30 PM • NEW WESTMINSTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING • LUNCHEON • NEW WEST WINS SPECIAL PRESENTATION $40.00 MEMBERS | $50.00 NON MEMBERS

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VISIT WWW.NEWWESTCHAMBER.COM TO REGISTER AND REVIEW DOCUMENTS 604-521-7781

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F

riendly people, many people from cultural or ethnic communities, and the small size of the city— these are the three most cited reasons for recommending New Westminster as a place to live according to respondents of the city’s Multiculturalism Advisory Committee New Westminster Immigrant and Refugee Survey 2013.

One initiative that aims to embrace the friendliness and diversity of the community is Welcoming and Inclusive New West (WINS), a collection of community agencies and businesses in New Westminster.

WINS members have been working throughout the past year to ensure new immigrants and refugees feel welcome and included and can continue to make important contributions to the growth, livability and prosperity of New Westminster. Two initiatives of the project include Receptive Communities, through storytelling and community dialogues, and Welcoming Spaces,

through training and implementation of a task force to guide organizations in what constitutes a welcoming physical space.

One of the greatest successes of WINS was a focus on Inclusive Workplaces. The New Westminster Chamber of Commerce and MOSAIC, an immigrant services organization, worked with businesses and highlighted issues and opportunities related to immigrant workforce attraction, integration and retention.

“Based solely on projected workforce needs the immigrant workforce will be one of the keys to the future economic success of the region,” says Cori Lynn Germiquet, Executive Director of the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce.

To culminate and highlight WINS activities, WINS – A Celebration is being held on February 15, 1:30-3:30 at Century House.

he New Westminster Chamber will be the host of the 2014 BC Chamber Executives Conference from September 11, 2014 - September 13, 2014.

This will bring delegates from all around the province and provide our city with a golden opportunity to showcase the brand new Anvil Centre, the historic downtown and the waterfront as well as all other business districts and neighbourhoods.

“Having attended and organized conferences such as these in BC and Alberta, I know first hand what this means to a host community.” states Cori Lynn Germiquet, Executive Director, New Westminster Chamber. “This will allow us to showcase our beautiful City to business leaders from each corner of BC and send them back to their respective communities with “New Westminster Experiences.”

The three-day conference typically brings in high - profile speakers, attracts media attention and stimulates spending throughout the city.

Maureen Czirfusz, President of the BC Chamber Executives adds “We are really excited to be hosting our conference in New Westminster. New Westminster offers excellent accessibility for all of our delegates and we are confident that the New Westminster Chamber and their community partners will be great hosts.”

The Chamber looks forward to partnering with the Anvil Centre, Tourism New Westminster and Inn at the Quay to produce a best in class event that exceeds all expectations.

Tej Kainth, Executive Director, Tourism New Westminster remarked: “Tourism New West is looking forward to working with the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce and all of our tourism stakeholders in showing off the best of New West.”

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NEW WESTMINSTER CHAMBER WINS BID TO HOST CONFERENCE THIS YEAR

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“The Inn At The Quay is thrilled to be selected as the host hotel where BC Chamber Executives will come together to share creative thinking and planning.”

Says Sue Belzer, Inn at the Quay. “We look forward to providing the attendees with a unique and relaxing overnight stay perched over the Fraser River where they can take in more of what our vibrant city has to offer.”

“We are very excited to be one of the venues that will be hosting the BC Chamber Executives’ Conference in September 2014,” said Heidi Hughes, Director of Sales & Marketing for the Anvil Centre. “We are proud to showcase the brand new Anvil Centre and look forward to tailoring the group’s event requirements to the distinct set services that are available at Anvil Centre. We are opening our doors in 2014 and having conferences with a local and regional scope are key to the success of the venue.”

n April of 2013 The New Westminster Chamber of Commerce launched its first Doing Business in New Westminster Magazine .

The Magazine was distributed to all New Westminster Chamber of Commerce members, all Federal, Provincial and, International Leaders involved in the attraction of investment to BC. In addition the magazine was used extensively by our community partners and residents as a way of welcoming our visitors and potential business investment to New Westminster.

Why is this important for New Westminster?

The New Westminster Chamber of Commerce is working hard to position our community for economic success. As economic competition continues to intensify in BC and globally, how we position ourselves in the marketplace will have a direct impact on our ability to be successful.

In 2014 we will double the distribution of the Magazine and ensure that copies are available for all conference delegates and business visitors to New Westminster.

Call the Chamber today to see how you can participate.

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FEBRUARY 6 and Connections Cookies Cocktails at Vision Source Networking Event New Westminster FEBRUARY 8 Heart Fundraiser the in e Fir Columbia Theatre

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BENTALL KENNEDY 1800 – 1055 Dunsmuir St. Vancouver, BC V7X 1B1 T 604-661-5016 F 604-661-5055 E droche@bentallkennedy.com W bentallkennedy.com Contact: David Roche Real Estate: Asset management, property management, leasing and development.

THE NETWORK HUB 205 – 810 Quayside Drive New Westminster, BC V3M 6B9 T 604-544-5045 E jcatalan@thenetworkhub.ca W thenetworkhub.ca Contact: Jay Catalan Virtual Office; Workspace; Business resources.

BLOOMSBURY GARDENS LTD. T 604-526-1314 E bloomsbury@telus.net W bloomsburygarden.com Contact: Kathryn Friesen Landscaping; Gardening & Patio gardens; Outdoor rooms SOUTH STREET DEVELOPMENT GROUP 200 – 1778 West 2nd Ave. Vancouver, BC V6J 1H6 T 604-714-0573 F 604-688-1618 E info@southstreet.ca W southstreet.ca Contact: Brent Hanson Real Estate - specializing in the zoning, development & construction of multi-family and commercial properties.

STAGEVISION 417 Industrial Ave. Vancouver, BC V6A 2P3 T 604-684-8200 F 604-684-8203 E dchiu@stagevision.com W stagevision.com Contact: Dennis Chiu Audio Visual provider.

FEBRUARY 15 lticultural Event New West Wins Mu House ry ntu Ce FEBRUARY 26 eting and Annual General Me sentation New West WINS Pre

.CO WESTCHAMBER Visit WWW.NEW 81 .77 21 or call 604.5

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS MUTT & MOGGY 107 – 7655 Edmonds St. Burnaby, BC V3N 1B6 T 604-522-1002 E info@muttandmoggy.ca W muttandmoggy.ca Contact: Brigette Mayer Holistic dog & cat supplies; Pet sitting; Certified dog walker.

NUTRI-LAWN 319 Fourteenth Street New Westminster, BC V3M 5T2 T 604-590-6700 F 604-597-8009 E Vancouver@nutrilawn.com W nutrilawn.com Contact: Robert Bourne Outdoor Services

WORKINGSILVER.COM INC. 131 East Columbia St. New Westminster, BC V3L 3V7 T 604-313-9169 E service@workingsilver.com W workingsilver.com Contact: Kathy Brandon E-commerce, retail and teaching studio for artisan / hobby silversmiths.

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LIFE CAREER STUDIO 607 – 625 Fifth Ave. New Westminster, BC V3M 1X4 T 604-762-6756 E rachel@lifecareerstudio.com W lifecareerstudio.com Contact: Dr. Rachel Newton Career counselling services for individuals & groups.

GLENBROOK PET CARE WELLNESS CENTRE 130 – 815 First St. New Westminster, BC V3L 1H7 T 604-526-1092 F 604-648-9589 E glenbrookpetcarehospital@gmail.com W glenbrookpetcarewellnesscentre.com Contact: Susan Waller Veterinary hospital; Pet food & supplies; Pet grooming.

BOYD AUTOBOFY & GLASS 1321 Third Ave. New Westminster, BC V3M 1R3 T 604-526-5444 F 604-526-5667 E terry.kinamore@boydautobody.com W boydautobody.com Contact: Terry J. Kinamore Collision; Autobody.

MAINLAND HEARING 409 – 301 East Columbia St. New Westminster, BC V3L 3W5 T 604-553-4952 F 604-540-7086 E jchaisson@mainlandhearing.com W mainlandhearing.com Contact: Judy Chaisson Hearing clinic.

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DEL’S AUTO SERVICE 215 Ewen Ave New Westminster, BC V3M 5B3 T 604-526-9811 F 604-526-3013 E todd@delsauto.ca W delsauto.ca Contact: Todd Curley Auto repair DESIGN WITH CONFIDENCE 950 12th Street New Westminster, BC V3M 4K6 T 604-553-0484 F 604-553-0485 E designwithconfidence@shaw.ca W designwithconfidence.ca Contact: Michelle Bernier Interior Design SCOLAR TRAINING 300-3665 Kingsway Vancouver, BC V5R 5W2 T 604-437-5571 F 604-435-8181 E info@scolartraining.com W scolartraining.com Contact: Galina Ostanina Tutor CANAWRAP Unit D – 240 12th street New Westminster, BC V3M 4H2 T 604-520-1164 E jglen@canawrap.com W canawrap.com Contact Jonathon Glen Advertising

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Dinner big part of Chinese New Year celebration Chinese New Year marks the beginning of the new year according to the Chinese lunisolar calendar. This year, 2014, is the Year of the Horse.

One of the more important elements of the Chinese New Year is the reunion dinner. For the reunion dinner, which is held on the eve of the new year, families traditionally gather in the parents’ home or the home of the eldest brother, though many families now gather in a restaurant.

A reunion dinner typically includes a lavish spread featuring dishes like chicken, fish and pork.

Chinese New Year celebrations last for 15 days.

During these celebrations, students and migrant workers return home, and much of the country is in transit.

The festivities culminate on

Chap Goh Mei, or the 15th night, which also involves a family meal as well as music and decorations.

The Horse is the seventh sign of the Chinese Zodiac. The horse is a favourite animal of the Chinese because it provided dependable transportation for them through the centuries. It is both a symbol of travel and sign of speedy success.

People born in the Year of the Horse are said to have lots of energy, live active lifestyles with animated personalities.

This would apply to those born in 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1990 and 2002.

The origin of Chinese New Year is not entirely certain. One legend suggests that there was once a monster called Nian, who appeared each spring to attack Chinese villages.

Legend has it that during

these attacks Nian would eat anything to come in his path, be it plants, animals and even human beings. Fearful of Nian’s return, villagers one spring hung red paper on their doors and lit bamboo on fire when Nian arrived.

The bright colours and crackling of bamboo burning startled Nian, who turned and fled. Since then, Chinese people hang red paper and lanterns outside their homes and loud noises, particularly those from firecrackers, are common on the eve of the new year.

Families celebrate it by cleaning their homes to get rid of any misfortune and bring on good luck. There are fireworks, firecrackers, and lion and dragon dances as well.

This year the Chinese New Year will be celebrated on Friday Jan. 31.

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The results of that survey helped guide the work of the Welcoming and Inclusive New West Community Partnership Table that was formed last year.

Of the 224 immigrants who responded in the survey, 70 per cent said they had difficulties finding a job or suitable training to get employment. So the partnership table charged the Chamber of Commerce with consulting more than 200 employers in the city to identify barriers to employment for new immigrants as well as promising practices to recruit, integrate and retain them.

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That’s created unique challenges for the city, said Stark. Those new immigrants need access to resources to help them find a place to live, get employment, improve their English skills, integrate into their new surroundings.

The city established a multicultural advisory committee, strengthened its multicultural policy and participated in the Welcoming and Inclusive Communities and Workplaces Program to help new immigrants’ integration. It also undertook a survey of new immigrants and refugees to learn about their

“By having a diverse workforce they can better serve a diverse community,” said Stark. “New immigrants bring in new ideas.”

That’s led to the creation of a guide to help employers create a more welcoming environment for new immigrants including adjusting their interview process for new hires to allow for cultural differences.

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Dr. Bob McCormack, a New Westminster resident, will be the chief medical health officer for the Canadian Olympic team and physician for the curling team.

McCormack is a frequent member of Canada’s medical team at international events: He was Canada’s chief medical officer at the 2006 and 2010 Olympic Winter Games and at the 2008 Summer Olympic Games. In each role he was responsible for the medical preparedness of Canada’s Olympic Team.

On Wednesday, he heads to Russia to prepare for his job, leaving behind a practice at Eagle Ridge Hospital in Port Moody and Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster.

It will be his challenge to keep athletes and support staff healthy and injury-free — a difficult job given the competitive nature of the athletes as well as the challenging winter conditions.

“It’s trickier,” McCormack acknowledged. “There’s speed and the hard surfaces and injuries are a big part of it.”

He isn’t worried about security, however, having already been to Russia numerous times. He’s confident the country is up to the challenge of providing a well-

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Royal Columbian Hospital orthopedic surgeons Dr. Bob McCormack, left, and Dr. Dory Boyer will be heading to Sochi Jan. 29 where they will look after the health needs of Canadian athletes and staff at the Olympic Winter Games.

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He’ll be living in dorms and eating the same buffet meals offered to the athletes. The working conditions for the volunteer postings aren’t glamourous, but there are perks.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

NOW HIRING Class 1 Drivers to transport dangerous goods for oilfield service company in northern Alberta.

Competitive wages, benefits and lodging. Experience hauling fluids preferred. Email: dispatch@brekkaas.com.

required Monday-Friday for COMMERCIAL LAUNDRY in Port Coq. $11-$13/hr Apply in person btwn 9 & 11am

#205 - 1515 Broadway St, Port Coquitlam

LIGHT DUTY CLEANERS Five Star Building Maintenance has F/T and P/T openings for reliable Light Duty Cleaners in Metro Vancouver. Day shifts only (weekdays/weekends).

We offer training programs, attractive wages and benefits.

Fax resume to: 604.435.0516 or email to: staff@fivestarbc.ca

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

Call 604-779-7816.

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LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

NATURAL AIRFLOW HEATING LTD. • Furnaces • Gas Fitting • Hot Water Tanks Winter Special! $2500 FURNACE $725 HWT Licenced-Bonded-Insured

604-461-0999 287

HEALTH PRODUCTS

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EDUCATION

604-218-3064

Save-On Roofing - Specializing in New Roofs, Re-Roofs & Repairs. 778-892-1266

FIVE STAR ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs.

Free est. Reasonable rates.

778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 242

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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

Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca

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ALL PHASES DRYWALL • Taping • Texture • Spraying 30 yrs. Tidy Workplace. Free Est. No job too small.Eric 778-898-9806 WHITE WALL DRYWALL INC. SteelStud*Boarding*Taping*Texture Free Estimates. 604-936-9601.

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ELECTRICAL

Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774

HOME REPAIRS If I can’t do it It can’t be done

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

Brad’s Bin Service 604.220.5865

Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 INTERIORS: Baths (reno’s/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc.

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

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JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

MOVING & STORAGE

ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

FINANCIAL SERVICES

mikes hauling 604-516-9237

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Hauling Anything..

But Dead Bodies!!

20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !

604.220.JUNK(5865) Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988 PATRICK’S RUBBISH REMOVAL *Landscape *Trimming *Yard Clean *Const. Clean. *ANYTHING!!!

1 Ton Truck. Call Patrick for Prompt Quality Service @ 604-808-1652.

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

EDUCATION

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

All your carpentry needs & handyman requirements.

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#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. LOCAL Plumber. Plugged drains, renos etc. Chad 1-877-861-2423

Specializing in • Concrete • Forming • Framing • Siding

Annacis Island Pawnbrokers!

Open ‘till MIDNIGHT! #104 - 1628 Fosters Way Tel: 604-540-1122

604 575 5555

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

• Additions • Renovations • New Construction

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PLUMBING

MOON CONSTRUCTION BUILDING SERVICES

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

CENTURY PLAZA HOTEL Best Rates. 1.800.663.1818 century-plaza.com

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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Call Mandy 778-883-9227 after 11:30a.m. or e-mail: subway_royal@live.com

PAVING/SEAL COATING

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

REPAIR & INSTALL

SANDWICH ARTISTS

EDUCATION

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EDUCATION

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Uniform and training provided.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

HANDYPERSONS

MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, RENOVATION www.proficientrenovation.com or call 604-323-4111 for more details.

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THE Construction Coordinator position will be located in an industrial setting at a Vancouver area fuel processing and distribution facility.

The client utilizes Jacobs Industrial as the core maintenance contractor on site. You would complete the following activities: Coordinate Construction Activities associated with Tank Maintenance program; Act as a Tank Team Core Member; Provide team with input to develop Construction Work Packages (CWP’s) for Tank maintenance, inspection and repairs; Ensure CWP for tank maintenance, inspection and repairs are implemented safely, per applicable specifications and standards, and in accordance with agreed upon schedule and budget; Coordinate Contactors per site agreement; Work with operations to safely take tanks in and out of service per applicable SOP’s. To be successful you will have comprehensive understanding of industrial storage tanks, planning and scheduling, tanks inspections and construction; Post-secondary education and/or a technical trade; a minimum of 4 - 7 years of related experience; and a knowledge of construction and maintenance techniques and best practices. This position involves working in both an office and industrial plant environment. Hours of work are typically 7:30 to 4:00 PM Monday to Friday. Apply Today!

To learn more about Jacobs and its worldwide projects and opportunities visit www.jacobs.com - to apply search Vancouver or send a resume directly to ta@jacobs.com

CHECK CLASSIFIEDS

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Primary duties include maint. troubleshooting & repair of diesel & gas marine engines.

Knowledgeable in vessel electrical systems.

Must have own tools and a valid drivers license.

Compensation Based On Experience.

Please forward resume to vancouveroutboard@ telus.net

Call Christy 604-436-2472

ELECTRICAL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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

GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

TRADES, TECHNICAL

JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS Fort McMurray & Leduc Alberta Gladiator Equipment Ltd. has immediate positions for Journeyman Heavy Duty, off road Certified Mechanics for work in Fort McMurray and Leduc, Alberta. Excellent wages and benefits. www.gladiatorequipment.com fax 1-780-986-7051. hr@gladiatorequipment.com

YOUTH & ADULTS

EXCITING NEW CANADIAN BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Available in your area! Min inv req’d. For more info, call 866-945-6409

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If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue.

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CARRIERS NEEDED

Anti-Aging Business Goldmine!

Prime turn-key Routes available.

Baby Boomers #1 Demand = $$$ $20k invest = $80k+ yearly, P/T. Call 888-900-8276 24/7

BC Cancer Foundation Legacies accepted. 604.877.6040 or visit: bccancerfoundation.com

HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

HELP WANTED

There is a CRITICAL need for Medical Transcriptionists across Canada.

Work from Home.

CanScribe graduates welcome and encouraged to apply. Apply through MTR at www.hds-mt.com/jobs

PERSONAL SERVICES

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EDUCATION

320

MOVING & STORAGE

372

SUNDECKS

BRIGHTON COLLEGE - Train to be a Health Care Aide in 26 weeks. 604.901.5120

COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER/ SOCIAL SERVICES

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

$45/Hr

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

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As a Community Support Worker, you will be able to provide rehabilitation, support, and other forms of assistance to children, youth, and families while supporting social workers and health care professionals. Train in this rewarding career.

604-537-4140 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

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TREE SERVICES

PETS 477

PETS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 512

REAL ESTATE

BICYCLES

627

RENTALS

HOMES WANTED

711

TRANSPORTATION

CO-OP RENTALS

810

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

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

GIANT FCR 2 Sport Road Bike Size L - Suits 5’9 - 6’2’’ Hardly used. $500.

CHIHUAHUAS, male pups, 20 weeks old, $550 obo. Call 604-7947347

North Delta 604-591-9740 Can email Pictures

TREE BY-LAW

STAMP COLLECTOR

going through at the end of January.

Looking to buy stamps and whole collections.

Email: swisshouse@shaw.ca

Get your TREES done now!

Call: 604.787.5915 or 604.291.7778

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

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca

548 CHIHUAHUA’S - Reg’d microchipped, cert. of pedigree, health records, shots, dewormed, paper trained, $795. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com FEMALE PEKINGESE top of the line pup, reg’d. Email for more info.

Video avail. $995. 604-353-8750. charlesfoyers@gmail.com FEMALE YORKIE micro-chipped, reg’d, cert of pedigree. Video avail health records. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com LABRADINGER (Lab/Springer X) pups, ready to go now, $500. Med size dogs. Call/text (604)845-3972 MALE COCKER - Micro-chipped Reg’d, cert of pedigree, video avail. health records. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com

Couch and love seat, great condition, floral with beige background. $300; Hide-a-bed couch, green blue burgandy print, great condition $150; Pottery lamps (2) beige with new shades $50 for pair.

North Delta 604-591-9740

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PETS

DISCONNECTED PHONE? National Teleconnect Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available.

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Gary Fisher Advance Mountain bike, suits person 5’2’’ - 5’9’’ Selling for $75

MALE WESTIE. Top of the line pup.

Registered, email for more info.

Video avail. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com

GIANT FCR 2 Sport Road Bike Size L - Suits 5’9 - 6’2’’ Hardly used. $500.

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

Pitt Bull Puppies, $500. Born Nov.17, first shots, dewormed, vet checked, 604.763.3125

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NEW WESTMINSTER

New West Quay.

Panoramic view of River. Updated 2 brm, 1131 sq ft. Steps to Skytrain.

Rentals allowed. #1604 1135 Quayside Dr. $368k Prud Rlty 604-617-3864

MISC. FOR SALE

Do you want to live in the security of a family community?

Woodland surroundings, on Forest Grove Drive. Good location, close to schools, SFU and Lougheed Mall. No subsidies available. $10 application fee. Maximum housing charges; 2 bdrms $919/mo. 3 bdrms. $1029/mo. & 4 bdrms. $1134/mo. Shares $2500.

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

MARINE Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

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APARTMENT/CONDO

MOVE IN TODAY!!!

EVERGREEN PLACE

778-788-1867

STEEL BUILDING...”THE BIG YEAR END CLEAR OUT!” 20X22 $4,259. 25X24 $4,684. 30X34 $6,895. 35X36 $9,190. 40X48 $12,526. 47X70 $17,200. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

Welcome Home !

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

Call (604) 931-2670

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SUITES, LOWER

NEW WEST 2 bdrm gr/lvl suite, full bath, large kitch & dining area, all brand new appls. Nr amens. Avail Feb 1, $875 incl utils. 604-339-8616

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SUITES, UPPER

752

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

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 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 $26,900 obo.

Contact me via email for further information at:

WITNESS NEEDED: If you witnessed a Hit & Run accident on January 22, 2012 Cariboo Road south of the Gaglardi overpass can you please call 604-314-7154. Long time ago but I need your help.

Thanks.

jsarowa@shaw.ca or 604-897-1546

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

Yorkshire Terrier, 3/mo old female Shots & dewormed. Vet checked Black & tan. $800. 604-828-2806

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Notice is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the Estate of David Leonard Worthington, Deceased, late of 325 – 4th Street, New Westminster, British Columbia, are hereby required to send particulars of their claims to the Executrix at the following address: c/o McQuarrie Hunter LLP, Barristers & Solicitors Attention: ALLISON M. CATHERWOOD #1500 – 13450 102nd Avenue Surrey, B.C. V3T 5X3 before the 27th day of February, 2014, after which date the Executrix will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to claims of which the Executrix then has notice.

NEW WEST 1 bdrm grnd lvl suite in newer home. Ns/np, avail Feb. $650 incl utils/laund. 778-998-8967

COQUITLAM Ctr. 3 Bdrm suite up: 2baths, spec view, w/d, d/w, 10 min walk to greenline, D.College ns/np, resp, work ref’s $1800 +utils. Also: 3Bdr gr/lvl ste down: sep livrm, w/d, d/w, $1350 +utils. 604-781-1703

COQUITLAM

BOATS

ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 778-868-9342

WHALLEY. 2 Bed 1/2 duplex. 1 level. Fr, Stove. W/D incl. Close to amenities. Avail Feb.15. $900 plus utilities. 604-512-9036.

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

CALL ANYTIME TO VIEW

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed!

Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

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NO SUBSIDIES AVAILABLE Orientation: Sunday, February 2nd 1:30 p.m. at 51A-8740 Forest Grove Dr. Phone 604-420-2442

RENTALS

North Delta 604-591-9740 Can email Pictures

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No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing?

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FURNITURE

MALE POMERANIAN registered, micro-chipped, all health records, video avail. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com

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

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FURNITURE FOR SALE

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WHATTLEKAINUM HOUSING CO-OP ORIENTATION

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

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MINI DACHSHUND PUPPIES, born Dec 11th. M&F. unique smooth coat silver dapple and black & tan piebald. Raised by 12 yr old girl in 4H dog obediance. Well socialized. 1st shots & dewormed. $800/ea (will go toward education fund) Call: 604820-4827 (Mission).

BURNABY

• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

515 BOOKS, COINS, STAMPS

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

We Buy Homes BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com (604) 657-9422

Gary Fisher Advance Mountain bike, suits person 5’2’’ - 5’9’’ Selling for $75

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2007 TOYOTA YARIS

2001 BMW 320i

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2002 SUBARU LEGACY

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2002 ACURA MDX

2002 BMW 325 Ci

2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE

2006 HONDA ACCORD

2006 FORD MUSTANG

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Coupe! 6 speed! Nice wheels!

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