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Burnaby-Douglas MP Kennedy Stewart checks out trees that have been freshly cut at a site Kinder Morgan is clearing in the Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area to be able to drill bore holes to determine whether it will be able to run its expanded Trans Mountain pipeline through Burnaby Mountain.
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The City of Burnaby and others opposed to the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion are at a stalemate on Burnaby Mountain with project proponent Kinder Morgan. The city’s issued a stop work order. Trees have been cut. Residents, protesters and city
staff have stood guard in Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area to prevent further disruption by the pipeline company’s crews. The company says it has the right to access the land, even without the city’s permission. It says the National Energy Board (NEB) Act allows such access for studies on possible routing for the pipeline. It wants to put the pipeline through the mountain so it needs to drill through it to assess its suitability. Burnaby city hall says the company can come on the land,
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but can’t ignore city bylaws, which include prohibiting tree-cutting or drilling in city parks. The two disparate conclusions come after the NEB issued a ruling last month saying the company could access the land. “I wouldn’t say it’s unusual for two parties to have a different interpretation of what we’re getting at,” said NEB spokesperson Sarah Kiley. “It’s really up to the parties to either come to an agreement themselves, or to come back to us and say, as Trans Mountain has
done, in this case we’d like an order [forcing access] or they can take it to the courts.” An order would have more teeth to it than a ruling, Kiley explained. Burnaby has until Sept. 10 to provide comment on Kinder Morgan’s request to the NEB, then the company will have until Sept. 15 to reply. The NEB’s decision would come some time after that. If it grants such an order, the company could then register it with the courts making it enforceable, Kiley said. Please see MP CALLS TREE CUTTING, A3
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Meantime, city staff and the occasional resident were standing watch on Saturday at the site in question. In a press release, Burnaby said on Sept. 3, the day after receiving a stop-work order from city officials, the company cut down six large, healthy trees between 14 and 24 metres (46 to 79 feet) high and seven other large trees. It said the company cleared an area about the size of a football field and prevented city parks staff from accessing city trails. “Even though this pipeline has not been approved, Kinder Morgan thinks nothing of illegally entering our park, causing irreparable harm to the ecosystem and defying the laws our citizens have put in place,” said Mayor Derek Corrigan in the release. In addition to the stop-work order, city staff issued two tickets for cutting down trees in contravention of the parks bylaw, said Dipak Dattani of Burnaby’s engineering department. Lisa Clement of the Trans Mountain project said the company did not have work crews on site over the weekend nor on Monday. “We are assessing when we can resume work.” Meanwhile, Burnaby-Douglas NDP MP Kennedy Stewart called Kinder Morgan’s tree cutting a “very defiant action.” He said dozens of residents have been on hand in recent days to keep an eye on the area. In speaking with a resident who helped establish the conservation area, Stewart learned it was last logged in the 1800s so “it’s not like they’re cutting trees that are 10 years old. “Folks are really mad that this is happening, that the Texas pipeline
company is thumbing its nose at local residents. People are really angry.” He reiterated concerns that while the company says it wants to drill through the mountain, a cutand-cover method would be much cheaper. He wouldn’t be surprised, if the project is approved, to see the company switch tunneling methods, just like what happened during construction of the Canada Line in Vancouver. Stewart noted that if that route is approved, the company would retain a right-of-way through the park. “It would no longer be a conservation area after that.” He said the situation on Burnaby Mountain is what people can expect all along the pipeline route—“The letter that goes out that says we’re doing non-intrusive stuff in your park and then you go in and find a clearcut.” Meanwhile, the NEB is again taking applications for people to participate in the review process, this time specifically related to the new proposed section of the route through Burnaby Mountain. Stewart’s office is once again offering help to anyone who wants to apply to have their views heard. “We’re really good at it now,” he said with a laugh. The NEB’s deadline for applications is Sept. 24. For more information, contact Stewart’s office at 604-291-8863 or kennedy.stewart.c1@parl.gc.ca. Kinder Morgan is proposing to almost triple capacity on its Trans Mountain pipeline between Edmonton and Burnaby to increase exports of oil sands crude to overseas markets.
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Burnaby Village Museum has a strike camp running this week from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. but it’s full. It will be offering camps for the next two weeks as well, said Deborah Tuyttens, museum services supervisor. Cost is $160 per week, plus $55 for those needing extended care to 4:30 p.m. Register at WebReg, http://bit.ly/WA9Avs, or at any Burnaby recreation centre. Burnaby’s city parks and recreation department has strike camps at Bonsor, Cameron, Edmonds and Kensington community centres, Eileen Dailly pool and Camp Madawaska. The 385 spots available are full with waiting lists in place, said Eric Bientjes, by email. The ability to create more spaces depends on the availability of space and instructors, the latter who are often university students who
may have already returned to classes. “Many of our facilities utilize 100 per cent of their available space during the fall, with seniors and adult programs during the day time,” Bientjes said. “As a result even if we have an instructor we are not always in a position to program a class. This strike is challenging our staff to use non-traditional spaces, and ensure that every one of our facilities is used to capacity.” Full and half-day strike workshops will be held at 4Cats Art Studio in South Burnaby. Contact 604-558-4097 or southburnaby@4cats.com for details. The YMCA of Greater Vancouver has a total of 1,040 childcare spaces at 25 locations across the Lower Mainland and the Sunshine Coast, said spokesperson Kelly Walker. That includes 135 spots at four Burnaby elementary schools— Cameron, Capitol Hill, Cascade Heights and
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Kickboxing school pays refunds But fines still outstanding: Consumer Protection BC Wanda Chow
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services, such as those for fitness centres or martial arts schools, must be in writing. Consumers have a right to get refunds under certain circumstances. Those rights must be stated in the written contracts. And people can cancel contracts within 10 days for any reason. One of the refund recipients, Victoria Turner, said she changed her mind in less than half an hour after the price a KFitness staff member originally quoted for her 11-year-old son to join was contradicted by Dordar. When she declined to go ahead with the higher price, she asked that her deposit be refunded but Dordar refused. She had not even signed a contract at that point, Turner said. After months of trying to get a refund on her own, she filed a complaint with Consumer Protection. It was almost exactly a year later that she received her $336.60 refund. “I was happy but I was upset that it took so long,” Turner said. Burnaby resident Niko Chan told the NewsLeader in July
that he filed a complaint with CPBC after seeing recent media stories. He claims he was never paid for three weeks of working as an assistant instructor, nor refunded a year’s worth of membership fees Dordar convinced him to prepay as a way to save money. Chabeaux-Smith confirmed CPBC is currently investigating an additional complaint about the school’s business practices. She noted once a compliance order is filed against a business, that can be used to bolster a case in small claims court. CPBC can only regulate fitness contracts, but the City of Burnaby has the authority to revoke business licences. Chief licence inspector Dan Layng said by email that it has been in contact with “several complainants regarding KFitness’ business practices. The file remains open and no final course of action has been decided yet.” An email and phone message requesting comment from Arleo Dordar were not returned before the NewsLeader’s deadline.
A North Burnaby kickboxing school has issued refunds to two former clients almost six months after being ordered to do so by Consumer Protection BC (CPBC). When the refunds totalling almost $2,200 were not paid, the organization froze the business’ bank accounts, which it has the authority to do in certain circumstances, said Tatiana Chabeaux-Smith, CPBC spokesperson. That apparently got the school’s attention and the refunds, in the form of bank drafts, were issued last week, she said. As reported in the NewsLeader, Consumer Protection issued a compliance order in March against KFitness Burnaby, which also does business as Sport Kickboxing Academy, at 4715 Hastings St. CPBC had found the school failed to issue refunds to two customers within 15 days of being notified they were cancelling their contracts. It also entered into verbal contracts and written contracts that didn’t provide the required information, both violations of the B.C. law governing such contracts. The $2,500 in fines and penalties CPBC imposed on the school still have not been paid, she confirmed. “We are currently assessing our options on that front.” As reported in March, KFitness owner Arleo Dordar, 27, claimed back then that he had † already paid out the refunds but planned to appeal the penalties, 1-YEAR calling the process TERM DEPOSIT unfair. Since then, the CBC aired a story about complaints against †Terms and conditions apply. Rates are subject to change without notice. the school resulting in another 10 former clients coming forward with allegations over being refused refunds, overbilling and contract disputes. Chabeaux-Smith said in an earlier interview LOUGHEED NEW WESTMINSTER BRENTWOOD 25B-800 McBride Blvd 9608 Cameron St 1801 Willingdon Ave that under B.C. law 604.525.1414 604.421.3456 604.298.3344 contracts for continuing
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Factory model fading for schools VICTORIA – The B.C. Teachers’ Federation’s latest demand, for binding arbitration on selected pocketbook issues of its members, is going nowhere. This follows months of the union’s insistence on mediation. First a B.C. Supreme Court judge met with both sides and walked away. Then the BCTF’s preferred choice, Vince Ready, agreed that mediation won’t fix the current version of the mess he last examined in 2007. BCTF president Jim Iker announced the arbitration gambit on Friday, in one of the webcasts he uses to rally the union’s exhausted membership. Education Minister Peter Fassbender replied that with five minutes’ notice to the government’s chief negotiator and lacking specifics on what would be subject to arbitration, the proposal would forfeit the government’s mandate to control costs. “This government will not raise taxes in order to provide a settlement to one union that does not reflect what the other public
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sector has done,” Fassbender said. In short, there will be a negotiated settlement, eventually. The union chose to begin the strike, and now must find a way to end it. The government’s position in this dispute is unlike any of the many that preceded it. And it points the way to an evolution of education that cannot be stopped. The announcement of a $40-aday payment for days lost during a fall strike for children under 13 was greeted with scorn by the BCTF and its echo chambers. Parents won’t be bribed, they want school, not daycare, it’s an insult, went the refrain. Before the first week of the fall strike was over, nearly two thirds of eligible parents had enrolled, faced with pickets at their schools
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and real and mounting child care and tutoring costs. The union executive, collecting their hefty salaries while teachers do without even token strike pay, said members who are parents should refuse the money. Some B.C. teachers have begun advertising tutoring services online. With distance learning and other online education options expanding in all 60 public school districts, the digital revolution is unfolding quickly. The B.C. government made a couple of announcements in April, one about moving to digital versions of textbooks and another about a digital merger of 1,600 school libraries with public and post-secondary schools. Growth of options accelerates. Largely drowned out by the noise of 1970s-style industrial labour strife, the B.C. public school curriculum is being refashioned for this new age. Among its goals is to “allow teachers and students the flexibility to personalize their learning experience to better meet each student’s individual strengths and needs.”
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Have the rules changed? Kinder Morgan and the National Energy Board (NEB) seem to think that access to Burnaby Mountain for Kinder Morgan to do testing does not require either permission from Burnaby City or an order from the National Energy Board. This is not what is stated in the NEB’s own publication “Pipeline Regulations in Canada: a Guide for Landowners and the Public (Revised September 2010)”. I was given this booklet in April this year at a Kinder Morgan public meeting. It discusses a “Land Agreement” between pipeline company and land owner, and then the process for obtaining “… a right of entry when a landowner refuses to permit a company to enter his or her lands for pipeline-related purposes.” This process includes a notice of 30-60 days to the landowner that it intends to apply to the NEB for a right of entry, the ability of the landowner to submit a written objection, and a process for determining compensation when there is no agreement. It is clear from this that the company cannot just go ahead without an NEB order as is suggested by recent correspondence. Perhaps the law has changed since the NEB published its booklet four years ago, but if so why did Kinder Morgan give me an incorrect publication and why is there no updated version on the NEB website? And why was a picture of the booklet cover featured prominently on an Aug. 28 email circular sent to me by Kinder Morgan? ad 4.75” newspaper Does the law now state that a
pipeline company can go onto any land and do anything it wants any time it wants without any permission? If so, it is unacceptable in a democratic society and is likely to lead to civil disobedience. David Huntley Burnaby
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He announced soon thereafter they would spend additional monies and a tunnel through Burnaby Mountain because, after all, they are good neighbours and do not like to inconvenience anyone. This should have taken care of all homeowners concerns, but was interpreted instead as another mean trick to mislead the public. The mayor has now blocked all Kinder Morgan’s efforts and prepared for drawn out court procedures. He also planted the idea that Burnaby Mountain may be too unstable for such an undertaking, or that Burnaby Mountain might become unstable by any tunneling efforts. When it looked as though he had no jurisdiction to thwart KM he threatened to enforce park board regulations and city bylaws... Stay tuned. Nobody should be careless and precautions should be taken at all times, whether we are driving a car, open a mine or getting oil to market. But let’s not move the clock back as suggested! The horse-and-buggy era is over and oil will be used for a while yet. Even if it has to be brought in by rail. Ziggy Eckardt Burnaby
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Dealing with dementia As part of my ongoing series talking about can be feelings of insecurity or loss, loneliness or different aspects of dementia, today I’d like to under- or over-stimulation. talk a little more about responsive behaviours. Strategies that can help: When people with dementia become agitated, • Distract with activities they enjoy specifically in the late afternoon and evening, • Provide something to occupy hands. it is known as sundowning. They may become • As staff if you can fit the repetitive action into suspicious, upset or disorientated, see or hear household chores (e.g. dusting the same area over things that are not there and believe and over again). things that are not true. AngeR oR AggRession Triggers or causes for this can Anger reflects many feelings and be fatigue (mental and physical), occurs for reasons that aren’t clear. boredom, lack of routine and so on. Wendy scott We can try to figure out why but Some strategies to help with this we must respond to the behaviour. can be to: Possible triggers or causes • discourage napping or keep naps include fatigue or disruption of sleep pattern, short. grief as the person’s world becomes less familiar, • ask recreation staff to schedule calming pain or physical discomfort, and sensory activities when agitation usually occurs overload. • restrict sweets and avoid caffeine at night Strategies that can help: • Provide items of comfort like a favorite pillow • Watch for a sudden increase in movement to or blanket indicate anxiety • Plan and encourage activities during the day • Respond in a supportive manner and reassure Repetition in a gentle voice Repetition is verbal or physical (repetitive Please see stRAtegies thAt help, A12 movements like rubbing hands together again and again). Unfortunately, people who perseverate are often characterized as “attention seekers.” In truth, the person has little insight or control over Signs of Hearing Loss... this. • People sound like they mumble Possible triggers or causes of this behaviour
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• Reduce noise • Maintain a routine • Speak slowly, use repetition • Break activities into manageable steps • Distract the person with an activity • Approach slowly from the front at the same eye level • Leave the room for a “time out.” Remember it is the disease, not the person • Avoid arguing or expressing anger or irritation, verbally or non-verbally Hallucinations and paranoia
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accusations are the result of the disease; they are not willful or intentional. And although they can be hurtful, try not to take them personally. It is important not to argue with a person with dementia or try to convince him that his perception is not real. His perception is part of his own reality; try to accept it and meet him where he is. Some possible triggers or causes can include: • Sensory changes (hearing and vision diminishes) • Medications or physical illness • Unrecognized environment or caregivers, inadequate lighting • Disruption of routines • Removal of items from the person (e.g. money or jewellery) Some strategies that can help: • Meet with her physician to review medications and get hearing and vision tests.
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mmunities and enhance the well-being ofand those around them. Arts: Visual • Performing • Literary Category Nomination: Arts . Leadership . Community Service . Healthy Living Leadership: Service toother. associations, director of not for profit programs, support groups etc.Address: Category of of Nomination: I confirm that the information and supporting documentation for my nominee is correct to the best of my Leadership: Servicetotohonour associations, director not-for-profit groups etc. llowing four categories local seniorsofin which nominees cansupport be entered. Community: Volunteerism, community fund programs, rasing, etc. knowledge, information and belief.• Healthy Living City: Province: Arts • Leadership • Community Service Healthy Living: Sports, gardening, recreation participation etc. Community: Volunteerism, community fundraising, etc. Postal Code: of Nominee: Nominator’s Signature: I confirm that the information and supporting Age documentation for my . Literary and Who forming other. can I nominate? Healthy Living: Sports, gardening, recreation participation etc. Date: is correct to the best of myPhone: nominee knowledge, information and belief. . Anyone who is over the age of 65 as of January 1, 2012. Category of Nomination: Arts . Leadership . Community Servic . Anyoneof ice to associations, director forlives profit programs, support groups etc. whonot currently in Burnaby or New Westminister. I consent to stand for nomination and to participate in the Seniors of Distinction Awards. My name, photo and any Who can I nominate?. Anyone whose accomplishments took place in Burnaby or New Westminster. I confirm that Signature: thein information andandsupporting documentation mythe nominee is cor personal information this nomination form supporting documentation may be usedfor during award Nominator’s ____________________________ lunteerism, community fund rasing, etc. . Awards are not for past achievements prior to being 65 years of age. ceremony, publications and possible media coverage.knowledge, I understand thatinformation my personal detailsand such as phone number, • Anyone who is over the age of 65. belief. address or any other aspects of my personal information will not be shared and are treated as strictly confidential. How lives will the be selected? • Anyone who currently inwinner Burnaby or New Sports, gardening, recreation participation etc.Westminister. Date: ___________________ Phone: _________________ A Selection Committee comprised of local community citizens and sponsors will review nominations. Nominator’s Signature: Nominee’s Signature: • Anyone whose accomplishments took place in Burnaby or New Westminster. ? Date: For more details please visit us atto www.harmonycourtestate.ca Please attach a brief statement (no morePhone: than 2 pages) about the nominee’s • Awards are not for past achievements - prior being 65 years of age. Date: Phone: he age of 65 as of January 1, 2012. contribution to Arts Leadership Community Service or Healthy Living Please attach a brief statement (no more than 2 pages) about the nominee’s contribution to Artsin Leadership Commuy lives For in Burnaby or New Westminister. Burnaby and or New Westminster andand why feel they deserve the nity Service Healthy Living in Burnaby Newyou Westminster and why you feel theyaward. deserve the award. more information I consent to stand for nomination and to participate in the Seniors of Distinction Awards. mplishments took place in Burnaby or New Westminster. Nominations dueto by Sunday, Friday 31st, 2012. 14th, Nominations deadline extended September 2014 personal information in this nomination formAugust and supporting documentation may b call Joel at (604) 527-3323 Harmony Court Estate st achievements - prior to being 65 years of age. ceremony, publications and possible media coverage. I understand that my personal deta
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Free Community BBQ: All are welcome to attend. When: Sunday, Sept. 14, noon to 1:30 p.m. Where: Cliff Avenue United Church, 1600 Cliff Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-420-2621, or www. cliffavechurch.com.
Basic Computer Course for Beginners: When: Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Confederation Seniors Centre, 4585 Albert St., Burnaby. Info: Eric at 604-299-3335.
K INA C o mmun i t y C l ean Up: Join Kingsway Imperial Neighbourhood Association as community members gather to clean up the neighbourhood. When: Saturday, Sept. 13, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Burlington Square, 5172 Kingsway, Burnaby. Info: www.KINAburnaby.ca or 604-786-2452.
Spoken INK: Featured author is Diane Tucker who has published three books of poems, a novel and has had a full-length play, Here Breaks the Heart: the Loves of Christina Rossetti, produced by Calgary’s Fire Exit Theatre. When: Tuesday, Sept. 16, 8 p.m. Open Mic sign-up 7:30 p.m. Where: La Fontana Caffe, 101-3701 East Hastings, Burnaby. Info: www. BurnabyWritersNews.blogspot. com or bwscafe@gmail.com. World Dance Evening: Free evening of folk dancing from around the world hosted by the Burnaby International Folk Dancers. Folk dancing appeals to all ages, no experience necessary, no partner neededmost dances are done in a line or a circle. When: Tuesday Sept. 10, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Where: Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells, Burnaby. Info: 604-4369475.
Azawad Libre!: Burnaby Art Gallery presents an exhibition w h i ch e x p l o re s a v i t a l intersection between folk art, computers and cell phones by young people throughout the Sahel region of Africa. When: Until Oct. 5. Where: Bob Prittie Metrotown library, 6100 Willingdon Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-297-4422 or www. burnabyartgallery.ca.
Burnaby Terry Fox Run: The annual fundraiser for the Terry Fox Foundation features 10km, 5km and 2km routes. Suitable for bikes and wheelchairs/ strollers, but NOT rollerblades. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout Central Park routes, but NOT allowed into Swangard Stadium. When: Sunday, Sept. 14, registration 9 a.m., opening ceremonies 10 a.m. followed by run start, event closes 1 p.m. Where: Swangard Stadium, Burnaby. Kidstuff Swapmeet: Sale of toys, clothes and other items for children. When: Saturday, Sept. 13, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Willingdon Community Centre, 1491 Carleton Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604297-4526.
Preventing gang activity in BC ▾ MYTH: Once kids join a gang there’s no hope for them: Reality: With quick family, school, and police intervention, a youth can leave the gang without any serious consequences. The key is a coordinated and collaborative intervention as soon as some of the warning signs appear. Better yet, everyone needs to work together to prevent youth and young adults from joining gangs.
September 26, 27 & 28, 2014 Free arts and culture activities in a community near you! celebrating 5 years and over 5.5 million people’s love affair with culture
Enter the Black Press Culture Shapes Our Community Photo Contest to win prizes. http://bit.ly/culturedays2014
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BUDGET 2015 CONSULTATIONS
City of Burnaby Open House and Paving Stone Dedication: Burnaby city hall will hold an open house from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. while the newly re f u r b i s h e d p av i n g stones in the Citizens Plaza will be unveiled and dedicated from 1-3 p.m. The Burnaby Farmer’s Market will also take place in the north parking lot from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. When: Saturday, Sept. 20. Where: 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby.
SELECT STANDING COMMITTEE ON FINANCE AND GOVERNMENT SERVICES Chair: Dan Ashton, MLA (Penticton)
What are your priorities for the next provincial budget? Read more by downloading your copy of the CFSEU-BC Community Report at www.cfseu.bc.ca and on your Black Press website at: bc-anti-gang.com
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The all-party Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services will be holding province-wide public consultations on the next provincial budget. British Columbians are invited to participate by attending one of 17 public hearings or by making a written submission, sending an audio or video file, or completing an online survey.
W E WA N T TO H E A R F R O M YO U ! The deadline for submissions is Friday, October 17, 2014. To register to appear at a public hearing or for more information, please visit our website at: www.leg.bc.ca/cmt/finance
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or contact: Parliamentary Committees Office, Room 224, Parliament Buildings, Victoria, BC V8V 1X4; tel: 250.356.2933, or toll-free in BC: 1.877.428.8337; fax: 250.356.8172; e-mail: FinanceCommittee@leg.bc.ca Susan Sourial, Committee Clerk
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Police warn of making Craiglist exchanges Burnaby RCMP are warning the public after a man was robbed while trying to buy a laptop computer off Craigslist. The man was to meet the seller at Sussex Avenue and Bond Street shortly after 7 p.m. on Thursday. When he drove up to the meeting place, two men approached and entered his vehicle pointing what appeared to be a handgun. The victim fled the vehicle, running to a nearby house for help. The two suspects fled on foot. The suspects are described as being in their 30s, and were wearing white T-shirts and carrying backpacks. One was heavy-set with blonde hair while the other was described as slim. “We understand these social media sites are a popular method for people to buy and sell items,” said Burnaby RCMP Supt. Steph Drolet, of the online classifieds. “However, we urge people to be careful especially when meeting strangers. If at all possible, bring someone with you, don’t let people into your vehicle and meet at a busy location where there are lots of people.” Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Pipelines are Good for the lower mainland, at both ends of the pipe...
and along the way too. Canada's pipelines help the economy, from A to B and everywhere in between.
SOME OF OUR LOWER MAINLAND SUPPLIERS INCLUDE:
Along the pathway of Canada’s pipelines, many suppliers and workers also benefit. More than 2,500 companies sell services or products to support pipeline operations.
Akhurst Machinery Ltd. Valley Helicopters Rom Communications Inc. EM Manufacturing Pronamic Controls Inc. Arctic Arrow Powerline Group Ltd. Rebl Refractories Evaluations Laboratory, ULC Wellons Canada Corporation
Here in the Lower Mainland, the pipeline industry does business with local companies for everything from metal fabrication to inspection crews to vehicles.
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year. All Cash-Retire in Just 3 Years. Protected Territories. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629. Website WWW.TCVEND.COM. LOCAL Craft Manufacturing Company looking for reliable people to hand make crafts and jewelry from home. Training provided in the Lower Mainland at no cost to you. Unlimited earning potential. Please leave your Name and Number only at 604-826-4651 or email us at craftmanufacturing@gmail.com. We respond to ALL calls and messages in priority as quickly as possible.
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COMING EVENTS
ANTIQUE SHOW Sunday, Sept 14 Admission $1.75 703 Terminal Ave. Vancouver 8:30am to 4:30pm Over 80 tables of antique & collectible treasures. Join us on Facebook For info 604 685 8843
TABLES ONLY $35 www.vancouverfleamarket.com
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ANNUAL STARTING REVENUE $24,000 - $120,000 • Minimum investment as low as $6,050 required • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Professional Training Provided • Financing Available • Ongoing Support A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Office Cleaning. Coverall of BC 604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com
Michael Carl Gustav Cederberg August 3, 1961 – August 27, 2014 Mike died peacefully, surrounded by family, on August 27, 2014 following a lengthy hospital stay. Loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend, he will be remembered for his generous and gentle nature, infectious smile and heart to match his stature. Mike is survived by Nicole, Danica, Anders, Britta, Lena, Michelle, Christine and Dane, their spouses and children. He is with Jarl again. We are so very moved by the outpouring of support from the many friends, relatives and community members who loved and honoured Mike to the end. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Nanaimo Yacht Club (400 Newcastle Avenue) on Friday, September 12th at 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider donations to the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital Foundation (www. donate.nanaimohospitalfoundation.com/donate-now). We can never reward fully the efforts and expertise of the medical and hospital staff who attended to, treated and cared for our Mike. Well, it’s not far down to paradise at least it’s not for me, And if the wind is right you can sail away and find tranquility. Oh, the canvas can do miracles just you wait and see Believe me.
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HELP WANTED
TUG SKIPPER Full time senior & junior positions available. Minimum Limited Master <60GT Certificate required. Apply via email: alertbaytowing@cablerocket.com or by fax: (250) 974-5216
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!
EDUCATION
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130
CARRIERS NEEDED
CLASS 1 DRIVER req. to operate Super B, vans and reefer. Min. 2 yr exp. BC to Alberta. Fill out log books & supporting documents. Air brake lic req. 778-882-1968.
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LEGAL
LEGAL SECRETARY
Required for a fast paced downtown foreclosure law firm. Typing and computer skills essential. Must have great attention to detail and able to multi-task with minimal supervision. Must be a reliable team player and possess good English language skills. Salary dependant on experience.
Call Christy 604-436-2472
for available routes email
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Offering 4 day work week and benefits after 3 months probation. Apply with resume to: cherylberti@hotmail.com Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES EXPERIENCE is an asset - We offer FREE recruitment services for people aged 45 and over across Canada. Register now at: www.thirdquarter.ca or call toll-free: 1-855-286-0306.
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
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SOON GOVERNMENT LAW will mandate every bar provide a breathalyzer. Learn how to be the first in your area to cash in. Call 1-800287-3157 ext. 3; breathalyzerineverybar.com.
VACATION SPOTS
FOY Spa RV Resort has More Winter Fun for less! Hot mineral springs, events, activities, fitness, entertainment, Canadian friends in southern California foyspa.com, or 888-800-0772.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
MANAGERIAL POSITIONS We’re growing on Vancouver Island! If you have multiple years’ experience in a managerial role in the grocery business and want to join an innovative & creative group then we would love to hear from you. We offer exceptional benefits, Group RSP and many other incentives. Please send your resume to: Lyall Woznesensky Lyall@Qualityfoods.com QF Director Professional Development.
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PRODUCTION STAFF FP/T evening positions FF/T day positions available FHourly pay rate $10.72 - $12.80 FAbility to work weekends is req. K-Bro Linen operates a large modern commercial laundry facility located within a short walk from Lake City Skytrain in Bby.
HELP WANTED
An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.
Apply in Person
8035 Enterprise St., Burnaby Sept.12, 2014 between 9:30 am – 4:30 pm .Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
FOOD & APPLIANCE PRODUCT SAMPLERS Need To Get Out Of The House, Talk To People & Create Extra Income? Try part-time work as a Food Demonstrator 6 - 10 days a month in local grocery, drug and department stores. Job Description: You must be a go-getter able to work on your own who enjoys talking to people & doing basic cooking. Great for men & women, seniors, retirees & mature adults. Availability: contracts would consist of 2-3 days on Fri. Sat. and/or Sun. (must be able to work all 3 days) from 11-5 or 6. Requirements: • Fully fluent in English • Own a car to carry supplies • Be well groomed & bondable • Able to carry medium weight equipment into stores. • Have or would get a Food Safe certificate Pay starts at $11.00/hr. Training provided in North Burnaby. Call JMP Marketing 604.294.3424 ext. 30 JMP Marketing Services BC’s largest demo company since 1979
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Sales Advisor - Digital Products Are you confident enough to develop business conversations? Black Press publishes the Surrey Leader, Langley Times and Peace Arch News along with 150 other publications. We will develop individuals with an ambition to succeed whether they have deep post-secondary credentials or not. This is an exceptional opportunity if you are adept at making successful calls and highly rewarding to those that maintain the required pace. We have an immediate opening for a Sales Consultant on our Digital team representing our highly successful online recruitment platform LocalWorkBC.ca. Primary Focus: • Contact prospective business clients via phone and email • Develop trustworthy and informative relationships • Maintain a strong volume of calls with the assistance of our CRM system Qualifications: • Strong telephone skills • Marketing and/or creative mindset • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment • Basic computer skills • Strong command of English both verbal and written
ROCK Construction & Mining requires a Heavy Duty Mechanic for work at various job locations across Canada. The successful candidate must be experienced with hydraulic systems and CAT engines. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in Terex Reedrill and Atlas Copco drills. Must have the ability to work independently and diagnose problems. Competitive wage and benefits package. Please send resumes to: resume@rcmi.ca or fax to (250) 828-1948
HEAVY EQUIPMENT SALES OPPORTUNITY Thirty years, an industry leader of heavy equipment is seeking an energetic, reliable & experienced self starter to join our exciting growing sales team. The Sales Representative will maintain and develop an existing diversified client market and also prospect potential customers and rentals and sales of heavy equipment. Crane and or heavy equipment knowledge is an asset. Auto Cad experience a plus.
Competitive Compensation Package Offered! If you are interested in this exciting & unique opportunity, please forward your resume by fax: 604.599.5250 or via e-mail barbara@megacranes.com
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September 13, 2014
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Cottage #108, 2601 Lougheed Highway Port Coquitlam, BC *We are located on Holly Drive on the Riverview grounds.*
OVERPOSITIONS: 40 POSITIONS: OVER 40 - Program Manager
• Program Coordinator • Clinical Coordinator (Nursing) • Community Mental Health Nurses • Mental Health & Addiction Practitioners • Admin. Assistant/ Scheduler
It is also an asset if you have a good knowledge of BC communities. This is a full time position based in Surrey, BC. Black Press offers competitive compensation, a team environment, benefits and opportunity for career advancement. Please forward your resume with a brief note on why you are a great candidate to:
• Program Manager • Cook (with papers) • Peer Specialists • Housekeepers • Social Workers • Leisure Therapists
Interested in being part of a new program?
Since 1972 Coast Mental Health has been a pioneer in developing and providing innovative community based programs supporting the recovery of persons with mental illness.
Kristy O’Connor, Digital Sales Manager koconnor@bpdigital.ca Competition closes September 25, 2014
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We are developing a new Concurrent Disorder Rehabilitation Recovery program on Riverview Hospital grounds and are looking to recruit a diverse team of skilled, passionate and caring mental health professionals to work in two new programs. This is a great opportunity to get in at the beginning of the development of a rewarding new program.
For more information, go to our careers page at: www.coastmentalhealth.com/careers
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
CLASS 1 DRIVERS NEEDED. Canada Cartage is looking for Class 1 Drivers for highway runs to the U.S. (FAST Card required). To apply, send resume and N Print abstract to bccareers@canadacartage.com. Fax: 604-278-7825
Commercial Transport & Diesel Engine Mechanics Required for Cullen Diesel Power Ltd. and Western Star and Sterling Trucks of Vancouver Inc. Positions available in Surrey. Cummins, Detroit Diesel and MTU engine exp. considered an asset. Factory training provided.
Union Shop - Full Benefits Fax Resume: 604-888-4749 E-mail: ars@cullendiesel.com
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WAREHOUSE
The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!
We are a local progressive concrete pre-cast company based in Chilliwack. The work requires preventative maint. and scheduled repairs to the fleet of forklifts & other mobile equipment.
Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Benefits Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group. Company Sponsored Social Activities. Please send updated resume including cover letter, references, to: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com
MOVING & STORAGE
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
PERSONAL SERVICES
DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating Call Tobias 604.782.4322
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
Are You $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783
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
LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
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CARPENTRY PAINTING DRYWALL TILES Quality work - reasonable price
Running this ad for 10yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Dreaming of a NEW CAREER? Check out bcclassified.com’s Employment and Career Sections for information 604-575-5555 toll-free 1-866-575-5777
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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
FIVE STAR ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. 778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505
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GOLDEN Retriever pups 13/wks, 3F/1M. 1st/2nd shots, dewormed, vet checked. Family raised Ready now. $600 604-491-4908 (Agassiz) GOLDEN RETRIEVER (with eye & hip cert.) and silver pug available for stud service for pick puppy back (ethical people only need respond) 604-820-4827
SUITES, LOWER
NEW WEST - 1 bdrm ground level bsmt suite in newer home. Cls to bus, schools & skytrain. $700/m incl Heat & light. Strictly no smoking & no pets. Call (604)525-3554
S.BURNABY, large 1000sf 1 bdrm bsmt ste, $1000/mo utils incl. NS/NP. Avail now. 604-434-1736
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TOWNHOUSES
PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1108/mo - $1211/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
TRANSPORTATION
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
RUBBISH REMOVAL
810
GARAGE SALES
AUTO FINANCING
MOVING - CRAFT SALE - 8019 McGregor Ave. Burnaby, Sat. Sept. 13th, 10am - 2pm. Firewood. ABOVE THE REST “ Interior & Exterior Unbeatable Prices & Professional Crew. • Free Est. • Written Guarantee • No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB
MOVING & STORAGE
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778-997-9582 WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
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HELP WANTED
PLUMBING
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
Auto Financing Dream Team - www.iDreamAuto.com or call 1.800.961.7022
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10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005
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mikes hauling 604-516-9237
REAL ESTATE
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373 POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
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MISC. WANTED
FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer.1.866.960.0045. www.dollars4guns.com.
PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
MISC. FOR SALE
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.
Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)
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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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STEEL BUILDINGS...”GIFT-CARD GIVE-AWAY!” 20X22 $4,358. 25X24 $4,895. 30X30 $6,446. 32X32 $7,599. 40X46 $12,662. 47X72 $18,498. One End wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel.ca
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APARTMENT/CONDOS
BEAUTIFULLY FURNISHED ON LAKE OKANAGAN Turn-key, luxurious, immaculate, 1000 sq. ft. condo in West Kelowna. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms with fabulous amenities: private beach, marina, pools and so much more! $325,000. Call 250-826-4267
HELP WANTED
CONCRETE & PLACING
Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
Proudly Managed by Bentall Kennedy Residential Services
PETS
Excellence in Quality & Service
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AFFORDABLE MOVING
BENEFIT GROUP - Suffering from a Disability? The Canadian Government wants to give you up to $40,000. For details check out our website: www.disabilitygroupcanada.com or Call us today toll-free 1.888.875.4787.
Deluxe 1, 2, 3 bdrm rentals Fitness centre, pool, close to Metrotown Skytrain AVAILABLE NOW! Call or e-mail: 604.433.5321 / parkviewtowers@ bentallkennedy.com www.rentparkview.com
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APARTMENT/CONDO Grange St & McMurray Ave
BLUE GOTTI PIT BULLS: litter of 7, 3 left. $899 & up. Price to be determined by dog markings. 6 weeks old (604)701-2920
All types of Roofing Free Estimate Written Guarantee WCB Coverage Over 40 Years Experience
604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
TOTAL RENOVATIONS SPECIALIZING IN
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PARKVIEW TOWERS
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.A East West Roofing & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437
Repair, Replace, Remodel... • Basement Suites • Kitchens • Baths • Remodels • Additions • Flooring • Painting • Drywall • Much More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771
TREE SERVICES
PETS
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928
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RENTALS
10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. WCB Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters & Replace Fascia 604-812-9721
Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
GREENWORX Redevelopment Inc. Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls. Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Concrete cutting, Jack hammering, old swimming pools filled in & decks. 604-782-4322
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899
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Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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Martin......778-355-5840
Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca
EDUCATION
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CURLY JOE’S MOVING - Free moving for people on social assistance or disabilities. 604-618-7766
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ELECTRICAL
Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062
The Successful candidate must have good problem solving, diagnostic, interpersonal, and time management skills. Must be able to work with a computer based preventative maint. program. Must be able to work flexible hours in a variety of conditions. Experience working w/ materials handling equipment would be an asset. Minimum requirements include completion of ITA certificate of qualification as heavy duty equip. mechanic, inter-provincial red seal endorsement & a certificate of apprenticeship. Must have previously related experience.
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SURREY Pallet Repair Company Looking for: Forklift Operators (2), Repair Station Persons (must be able to lift 25lbs - 4 people needed). Wages $17-$20 depending on exp. Near Scott Road Skytrain. Apply in person 12184 Old Yale Road. or email : jbrar@theadvancegroup.net. CAR POOL from Abbotsford available
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. 1.800.587.2161.
HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Multi-Media Journalist
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Auto Loans Guaranteed or We Pay You! 1-888-375-8451 or apply at: www. greatcanadianautocredit.com
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The successful candidate for this four-day-a-week position will have diverse writing capabilities, including experience writing hard news. Advanced photography and video skills will be key attributes, as well as excellent time management. An ideal applicant will have a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), a passion for online journalism, and an understanding of how to tailor content accordingly. We are looking for someone who will be a key contributor to the core print product, while bringing creativity and innovation to our web-based branding.
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The successful candidate will show keen attention to detail, work well under deadline pressures, and be willing to learn in a fast-paced environment. The Chilliwack Progress is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with more than 150 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Those interested should email a resume, writing samples and a cover letter to: editor@theprogress.com Deadline for applications is Sept. 13, 2014. Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. The Chilliwack
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