October 17, 2014

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Dr. Art Hister is the featured speaker at this Saturday’s Seniors Festival at the Anvil Centre.

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Housing co-op crisis on horizon Meeting planned to discuss end of subsidies Grant Granger

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Mayor Wayne Wright is in fighting form in front of his campaign office. Wright says he’ll be fighting a labour-endorsed ‘machine’ in the Nov. 15 election.

Taking on ‘The Machine’ Opponents believe labour council endorsement distorts influence in city politics Grant Granger

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It’s the elephant in the New Westminster civic election campaign room.

The Machine is what its opponents call it.

Some decry The Machine in order to paint themselves as the underdog as the campaign kicks off.

What they’re referring to is

the unofficial slate of candidates backed by the New Westminster and District Labour Council (NWDLC). And they’re particularly fearful of its influence since Voice New Westminster, which fielded partial slates in the last two civic elections, is nowhere to be found in this go-around.

Although the NWDLC hadn’t officially named the candidates it will endorse in the Nov. 15 election, their identities are no secret in New West. The

labour council is backing Coun.

Jonathan Coté in his bid to unseat Mayor Wayne Wright, as well as incumbent councillors Bill Harper, Jaimie McEvoy, Chuck Puchmayr and Lorrie Williams, and newcomers Patrick Johnstone and Mary Trentadue.

That’s a full council slate this time around.

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late to get the endorsement. The four school trustees it backed in 2011—Jonina Campbell, Michael Ewen, James Janzen and David Phelan—were all elected as well.

“I’m fighting seven of them,” insisted Wright, who’s seeking his fifth term as mayor.

“I’m just one individual, I’m fighting a machine and I have no machine.”

The labour council doesn’t just announce who it supports. Many of its unions provide financial support to thePMcandidates.

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Paying off the mortgage is supposed to be a time for celebration not concern, consternation and confusion.

But that’s what could be in store for co-op housing members when their mortgages are done in the next few years.

That uncertain future is why the Co-operative Housing Federation of B.C. (CHF) is holding a meeting in New Westminster next Thursday as part of its You Hold The Key campaign.

Once their mortgages expire, co-ops throughout B.C.—set up in the late 1970s and into the 1980s—will lose federal funding that subsidized about a third of their members. There are eight housing co-ops in New West. Five of them will have their subsidy cut off by 2021 and all eight by 2024, according to CHF spokeswoman Fiona Jackson. She said about 3,000 homes across the province will lose their subsidy by 2020.

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MOODY PARK RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION OCTOBER MEETING

CITYPAGE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 2015 Community Member Recruitment for Advisory Committees, Commissions, Boards, and Panels New Westminster City Council will consider appointments to Advisory Committees, Commissions, Boards and Panels for the year 2015.

Volunteers are needed for the following Committees, Commissions, Boards and Panels: Advisory Boards, Commissions, Committees, Panels

Representation

Access Ability Advisory Committee (formerly Special Services and Access Committee)

6 – Community Members 1 – Student residing in New Westminster, or persons who may address the perspective of a youth with disabilities

ACTBiPED (formerly Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee)

8 – Community Members 1 – Student residing in New Westminster

Advisory Planning Commission

Community Members

Arts and Culture Grant Committee

Community Members

Board of Variance

Community Members

Community Grant Committee

Community Members

Community Heritage Commission

Community Members

Community and Social Issues Committee

Community Members

Downtown New Westminster Parking Commission

Community Members

Economic Development Advisory Committee 6 – Community Members 1 – Representative from the Queensborough business community Emergency Advisory Committee

Community Members

Environment Advisory Committee

6 – Community Members 1 – Post-Secondary Student residing in New Westminster

Family Court Committee

Community Members

Heritage Grant Program Committee

Community Members

Multiculturalism Advisory Committee

Community Members

Neighbourhood Traffic Advisory Committee

Community Members

Parks and Recreation Committee

6 – Community Members 1 – Community Member with a background or interest in museums and archives

Public Arts Advisory Committee

2 – Artists of recognized standing 2 – Urban Designers 1 – Developer 3 – Arts Professionals

Railway Community Advisory Panel

3 – Community Members 1 – Community Member representing Queensborough

Remembrance Day Committee

Community Members

Seniors Advisory Committee

Community Members

All applicants must submit an application, along with a brief personal resume.

To apply online or download an application form, as well as for additional information regarding each Committee, including the length of term and mandate, please visit www.newwestcity.ca.

Drop-off or Mail: Attn: City Clerk Legislative Services Department City Hall 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster, BC V3L 1M9 Fax: 604-527-4594 Email: committees@newwestcity.ca For further information, please contact the Legislative Services Department at 604-527-4523 or by email at committees@newwestcity.ca.

Applications must be received by the Legislative Services Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2014.

UPCOMING

COUNCIL MEETINGS Monday, October 20, 2014

Thursday, October 23rd 7:00 to 9:00 PM Century House, Spruce Room

3:00 pm Committee of the Whole Council Chamber

John Gaiptman, the Superintendent of New Westminster School District, will be our special guest and will provide an update, and respond to your questions and concerns, on the high school replacement project.

7:00 pm Regular Meeting Council Chamber

Other topics include updates on the proposed offleash dog park, traffic and parking laws enforcement, maintenance of the signs and crosswalks around Moody Park, a public art project, and planning for a fall neighbourhood social.

Please note that council meetings are now video streamed online at www.newwestcity.ca.

If you live between 6th Avenue and 10th Avenue, and between 6th Street to 12th Street then you live within the MPRA area and you are encouraged to come to our meeting.

Get Involved! Speak up! Make a difference to your neighbourhood & city!

For more information, or to be put on the MPRA mail list, please contact Christopher Bell, President by email (moodyparkra@gmail.com).

LOVE, LOSS AND LOYALTY: COMMUNITY REFLECTIONS The exhibition opened on September 14 as part of the Anvil Centre Grand Opening. The exhibition can be viewed at the Anvil Centre community art space at 777 Columbia Street.

The visual art exhibition Love, Loss and Loyalty: Community Reflections is presented as part of the unveiling of the war memorial commemorating the iconic photograph Wait for Me Daddy.

The exhibition features artists from New Westminster, selected by a jury from a public call, who reference the themes of the photograph, reflecting them into their personal stories and community history.

• Robert Bowen • Cliff Blank • Karla Winters • Lisa Lawrence • Gabor Gasztonyi • Jeffery A Gibson • Janet Kvammen • Franci Louann • Oksana Slonevskaya

• Melissa Thorpe • Bob Collyer • Dale Costanzo • Christel Fuoss-Moore • John Leeson • Solveig Brickenden • Brenda Fairfax • Elena Zhukova • Theresa K. Howell

• Cynthia Jennifer Smith • Doug Dorsett • Jean Konkle • Terry Foster • Gillian Wright • Richard Armstrong • Katherine FreundHainsworth • Julia Schoennagel

DEMOLITION PERMITS: NEW RECYCLING REGULATIONS – PILOT PROGRAM BEGINS NOVEMBER 4TH Attention demolition contractors, general contractors, developers and owners: Metro Vancouver has set a target to reduce construction and demolition waste going landfill by 2015. In order to help meet this target, the City of New Westminster will require demolition permit applicants to demonstrate adequate recycling practices.

As of November 4th, 2014, a part of the City’s demolition permit process is changing.

You will be required to submit new documentation as part of the demolition permit process: • Waste Disposal and Recycling Plan • Hazardous Materials Report Compliance checks will be undertaken, so you must keep all records accordingly. A refundable deposit will be collected.

The pilot period will extend to January 31st, 2015.

Should you have any further questions please contact the Building Department at 604-527-4580.

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Co-ops to be cut off

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CHF wants to get going on alerting its members to the issues and start working on solutions to make sure the problem is solved.

“Sometimes there’s misinformation and people in co-ops don’t understand what this means, or think there’s going to be some sort of problem to solve it,” said Jackson.

The Westminster Landing Housing Co-op, where the meeting will be held, will lose its subsidy in 2020.

“The mortgage would be paid off but the 20 or 30 per cent of the people who are here on subsidy would no longer have that funding and would have to move to other locations, and because there is no federal funding there’s going to be only the

provincial alternative which is social housing,” said resident Ken Wilkinson.

If nothing is done then there’s going to be a lot of uncertainty about how the co-ops are going to be managed once the mortgage is up.

“It’s a very vague set of ideas the federal government has put forward on how to sustain this,” said Wilkinson.

Although it wouldn’t be hard to find members to replace any of those who were subsidized that still wouldn’t solve anything, he said.

“You can fill them up very easily, but there’s no plan in place on how to manage that. [The federal government is] basically washing their hands of the

whole concept … That scares us.”

Wilkinson said CHF has to find out from the co-ops and their members what the issues are for them and then work toward developing options to present to all levels of governments to find a solution.

CHF said the subsidization expiry could mean higher housing charges for co-op members and that seniors, lowincome members, single parents and people with disabilities could lose their homes.

The meeting will be held at unit 1 at 13 K de K Court on Thursday, Oct. 23, 7 p.m.

For more information go to www.chf.bc.ca.

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ELECTION 2014 Mayor in fighting form Although Mayor Wayne Wright doesn’t have an account, Twitter was all aflutter this week about his campaign office sign. The office at 612 Carnarvon St. used to be a martial arts centre.

Wright’s organizers decided to take advantage of the previous occupant’s sign featuring three fighters in poses and superimposed Wright’s face on them.

“It’s for fun, you’ve got to put some levity into this,” said Wright with a laugh. “[The campaign] is a fight.”

‘Understanding who is pulling strings’ The ‘fight’ got more difficult for Wright when the four incumbent councillors who are running again—Bill Harper, Jaimie McEvoy, Chuck Puchmayr and Lorrie Williams—all declared their support for Coun. Jonathan Coté’s bid to be mayor.

“That’s hard to understand,” said Wright. “They’ve been working good with me for the past 12 years some of them, how can they turn around and say we haven’t had a good run?”

He denied he was hurt by their endorsement’s of Coté, saying they’re just following the New Westminster and District Labour Council wishes.

“I don’t think it’s a hurt. It’s an understanding of who is pulling those strings. They can’t say we haven’t worked well together, that I haven’t got the experience, I’m not a good leader, or I haven’t had the fire in my belly. You kind of have to give your head a shake in what’s happening.”

Coté, of course, has a different view. “I believe the strong support I am receiving from council indicates that it’s time for new leadership.

We have done some great things on council over the past decade, but this election is not about the past 10 years, it is about the future.”

Wright endorses Kainth, Donnelly

All-candidates meeting

Wright said he is supporting Tourism New Westminster executive director Tej Kainth and former councillor Cal Donnelly in their bids for seats on council. He said he’s mentored Kainth for more than a decade and worked with Donnelly for more than 20 years.

The Downtown New Westminster Residents Association has scheduled an all-candidates meeting for Holy Trinity Cathedral on Carnarvon Street for Thursday, Oct. 30 at 7 p.m.

Crosty in the race Mayoralty candidate James Crosty said he decided to run again because voters needed another choice. He pointed out he is a year younger than Wright was when he first got elected.

“I have the most experience from the private sector in order for it to achieve what I believe is the best is yet to come,” said Crosty.

He maintained spending in New Westminster has risen too much, affordable housing is suffering and social services are hurting because there are too many.

In his opinion, Coté, as a three-term member of council, is as much to blame as Wright. “Jonathan can talk about the future, but he can’t hide from the past,” said Crosty.

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Featuring a range of drop-in classes, workshops and presentations designed to entertain, educate and engage older adults aged 50+ and IMBY (In My Back Yard) Information Fair with representatives from not-for-profit seniors service providers.

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Anvil Centre is located at 777 Columbia Street, across the street from New Westminster Skytrain Station.

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6:00PM ON OCTOBER 27, 2014 IN COUNCIL CHAMBER 511 ROYAL AVENUE, NEW WESTMINSTER REZONING REZ00101 / BYLAW NO. 7722, 2014 1000 QUAYSIDE DRIVE

Produced by City of New Westminster’s Seniors Advisory Committee.

CENTURY HOUSE ASSOCIATION CRAFT SALE & TEA Saturday November 8, 2014 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 620 Eighth Street Lots of Crafts & Gift Ideas Galore!

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: An application has been received to rezone the site at 1000 Quayside Drive to permit a mixed use commercial/ multiple unit residential development which includes two residential towers on a podium.

WHAT IS REZONING REZ00101 ABOUT? The site is proposed to be rezoned from Central Business Districts(C-4) to a Comprehensive Development District zoning in order to permit the construction of two residential towers of 23 and 28 stories on a four storey podium and two levels of underground parking. The development would include approximately 526 residential units, 10,000 sq. ft. of commercial space and a breezeway, elevator and staircase connecting the waterfront to McInnes Overpass.

HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the Public Hearing, October 9, 2014 to October 27, 2014, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30am and 4:30pm.

HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on October 27, 2014, or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the hearing.

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Questions? Phone: 604-527-4523

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For more information, call 604-636-4442.

Enjoy afternoon tea followed by browsing the white elephant area, bake sale, books, jewelry, pottery, crafts, quilting and lots of raffles!

DONATIONS! DONATIONS! DONATIONS! In order to make this event a success, we need your help. We would appreciate any donations you may have in the way of: • Jewelry • Kitchenware • China • Books • Plants • ‘Knick Kacks’ • Records, CDs, DVDs • Home baking - to be delivered Friday November 7 only Please no clothes, linens or furniture as our White Elephant area is limited.

Donations will be accepted from Saturday November 1 through to Friday, November 7 at 12:00 noon directly to Century House - 620 Eight Street (in Moody Park).

MOODY PARK ADVENTURE PLAY AND SPRAY PARK OPEN HOUSE #3 The City is holding a third and final public open house to present options and receive feedback on a preferred plan for the Moody Park Play Environment, located at 630 Eighth Street. The park options being presented were developed from the input provided by the community at the previous open house open house on September 30th 2014. We invite park users, residents, business owners and other people who have an interest in the community to attend this open house.

DATE: TIME: LOCATION:

Tuesday, October 28th, 2014 5:00pm - 7:00 pm Arbutus Room, Century House (620 Eighth Street)

Please visit the New Westminster Parks, Culture and Recreation website at www.newwestpcr.ca to find more information.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY HOUSING POLICY OPEN HOUSE This is your opportunity to learn about and comment on the proposed FamilyFriendly Housing Policy for New Westminster. This policy is designed to increase the supply of ground-oriented and two and three bedroom units in new multifamily residential developments.

5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 29, 2014 City Hall Foyer, 511 Royal Avenue If you are unable to attend the Open House, then please complete the survey which can be accessed at: www.surveymonkey.com/s/FYK3JZK For more information, contact John Stark, Senior Social Planner, at 604-515-3777.

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They also use lists from federal, provincial and civic elections cultivated over the years to work the phones and the flyers to make sure its members actually get out and vote for the anointed ones.

“It’s always an overwhelming influence in civic politics in New Westminster and it has been for years. The money and the influence has been distorting,” said Patrick O’Connor.

O’Connor was Voice’s main organizer. But he’s been hired to help out the Non-Partisan Association (NPA) campaign in Vancouver so there won’t be a Voice slate in 2014.

He said in 2011 the labour council tacitly backed Wright.

“It’s going to be interesting. Knowing what I know about the influence of district labour, if they pulled the plug on Wayne all the vote will go to Jonathan,” said O’Connor.

“We know from people who worked on those campaigns they had a phone bank behind the other phone bank for Wayne.”

But Coté begs to disagree with Wright’s statement the mayor doesn’t have an electoral “machine.”

After all, Wright has won

four elections and collected a lot of support along the way.

“I see ourselves up against a machine,” said Coté. “We’re not going to be able to compete with Wayne’s campaign in terms of financial resources.”

In 2011, Wright claimed more than $50,000 in campaign contributions, most of it from the development community— the largest contribution being $10,000 from Aragon Developments.

However, Coté said joining forces with the other candidates allows them to collaborate and pool their resources.

James Crosty, who finished second to Wright in 2011, is back to try again. He, too, admits it’s tough to take on the labour council and he doesn’t like the influence it yields, especially after the election is over. He maintains the successful candidates backed by the NWDLC have to consider the support they got from labour when making their decisions.

“There’s nothing against these people, let me make that clear, but when you’re elected you represent everybody,” said Crosty. “[Labour council support] is an unfair advantage.”

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THE CANDIDATES Candidates for the 2014 New Westminster civic election Nov. 15: Mayor (One to be elected) • Jonathan Coté • James Crosty • Vladimir Krasnogor • Wayne Wright* City council

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Jonathan Coté back in June, after announcing his bid for the mayor’s job. Coté says his labour endorsement doesn’t necessarily give him more resources for his campaign than Wayne Wright, who typically gets significant contributions from developers.

political scientist Patrick Smith said slates like the labour council’s can be effective in local elections.

“If you can do a better job than somebody else is doing there’s a big reward,” said Smith. “The politics of today is a lot about lists, who has what lists and who has what information in terms of access to voters.

But if you have 27 per cent turnout [in an election] and you can push it to 28.5 per cent, and if all of that 1.5 per cent is yours you can get a big reward.”

Smith cited former Vancouver Mayor Larry Campbell and left-leaning COPE winning a majority in 2002 after getting the Downtown Eastside community more engaged than usual. That, he

said, counterbalanced Vancouver’s west side neighbourhoods, which traditionally produce the highest voter turnout. They responded in turn in the next election by getting Sam Sullivan elected instead.

In the board of education race, trustee Casey Cook said he is worried about the “labour slate” having control.

That’s a big reason why he decided to run even though he felt the board’s politics had become disheartening and destructive.

Cook, MaryAnn Mortensen and Lisa Graham all ran successfully under the Voice banner in 2011. Two others were unsuccessful.

With Graham bowing out, Cook and Mortensen have joined forces with James Pepa to form an informal independent group, Cook said. They’ll be up against returning labour candidates Campbell, Ewen and Janzen as well as newcomers Mark Gifford and Kelly Slade-Kerr.

NLWDC secretarytreasurer Carolyn Rice was unavailable to comment prior to the NewsLeader’s deadline.

SETTING IT STRAIGHT

• In Wednesday’s edition, the NewsLeader incorrectly said there were five candidates for mayor when there are four (Coté, Crosty, Vladimir Krasnogor and Wright).

(Six to be elected) • John Ashdown • Marge Ashdown • Jim Bell • Tracey Block • Heather Boersma • David Brett • Catherine Cartwright • Calvin Donnelly • Mike Folka • Raj Gupta • Bill Harper* • Patrick Johnstone • Matt Kadioglu • Tej Kainth • Gerry Liu • Jaimie McEvoy* • Scott McIntosh • Gavin Palmer • Chuck Puchmayr* • Mary Trentadue • Lorrie Williams* • Harm Woldring School trustee (Seven to be elected) • Glen Armstrong • Jim Bell • Cort Ray Caldwell • Jonina Campbell* • Casey Cook* • Michael Ewen* • Mark Gifford • James Janzen* • MaryAnn Mortensen* • Rajiv Pandey • James Pepa • Jeremy Perry • Kelly Slade-Kerr *incumbent Note: The final declaration of candidates will be made public Oct. 20 after the challenge period is complete.

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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: Harry Schneider was at Brentwood Town Centre last month and was going up the escalator when he saw these two men cleaning the canvas roof. The shadow man is standing directly on the canvas roof.

‘Initially I thought that it was only one window cleaner who threw his shadow onto the canvas,’ he says. ‘But obviously the movements were not in sync between the visible man and the shadow.’

Lost in transit The province has asked residents to take part in discussions about improvements to the transportation system over the next 10 years.

While public consultation is always a good idea, the province’s On The Move document, which guides public discussion, is missing some key elements.

While it makes reference to BC Ferries and to the Metro Vancouver transit system, neither is part of the discussion the ministry wants to have.

Bridge tolls are completely ignored.

The guide asks participants a series of general questions which do not even mention ferries or tolls, and make just passing reference to transit.

This comes just a few weeks after the province’s approach to BC Ferries was roundly condemned by the Union of B.C. Municipalities, its report stating cuts to ferry service and increased fares have reduced B.C. economic activity by $2 billion.

As for transit within Metro Vancouver, mayors are putting together priorities for a referendum, slated for next spring.

While a great number of projects have been proposed, the means to pay for all these ambitious projects remains elusive.

It is obvious the province does not plan to give up any revenue, and property taxes to fund TransLink are already high.

Boosting the gas tax will just send more people south of the border.

Adding new taxes for more transit projects will be a tough sell, particularly given the state of the economy.

The province seems determined to whistle its way by these major concerns about transportation.

While there are many other priorities and public input is very helpful, ignoring several of the biggest transportation issues does not seem reasonable.

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Scant interest in (human) Ebola victims Word that more than 360,000 people across the world signed an online petition to save the life of a dog, owned by a Spanish nurse who was recently diagnosed with Ebola, puts the priorities of many people into perspective.

The dog, Excalibur, was killed by authorities who feared he might spread the virus, although he was never tested. That part of the story doesn’t make sense.

But the fact that so many people got worked up over one dog, while showing indifference to thousands of people who have lost their lives to Ebola, is deeply disturbing. The outbreak shows no sign of slowing.

It appears that many people in Europe and North America do not care a whit about the poor people of West Africa who are dying of this terrible disease.

Some protesters even gathered outside the Madrid apartment of the nurse, calling police who came to get the dog “assassins.”

Are they suggesting that one dog’s life, whether the dog should have been killed or not, is more valuable than the almost 4,000 lives lost to this disease this year?

Do they care at all about the children who have lost their parents, and the health care

Frank Bucholtz system in Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia, which has lost many of its workers? Bear in mind that the doctor to patient ratio in these countries, before Ebola struck, was one of the worst in the world. In Sierra Leone, it was three doctors per 100,000 people.

I’m more interested in this story than some Westerners, because we visited Sierra Leone last December. It is one of the poorest countries in the world, but people at the time we visited were optimistic as the economy was improving and the country was finally getting beyond a horrible civil war, which killed and maimed thousands, destroyed infrastructure and caused investors to flee. Jobs remain scarce, and there is rampant poverty, but the people we met were almost all optimists, and treated us very well.

My daughter has been travelling to Sierra Leone since

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Her foundation, The People’s Foundation of Sierra Leone, has received donations from interested North Americans.

While the Ebola situation in Sierra Leone isn’t quite as bad as it is in neighbouring Liberia, the hardest-hit country, it is nonetheless terrible. Schools are closed. Food is scarce and more expensive than usual. It is almost impossible to get any health treatment, as the few resources available are being used in the fight against Ebola.

Many foreigners and wealthy Sierra Leoneans have fled the country, and the consequence is that mostly poor people are left behind. Given the almost complete lack of sanitation and other basic services in the capital, Freetown, it is virtually impossible to stop the spread of the disease.

Medecins Sans Frontiers (MSF), which many know as Doctors Without Borders, virtually stood alone in trying to combat this disease until recently.

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The national government has helped somewhat, mainly by quarantining certain areas of the country and doing house-tohouse checks to see if there were unreported Ebola victims, but the government is weak and poorlyfunded. Corruption is also an ongoing problem.

I heard last week that a container of medical supplies was held up at the docks in Freetown for a month — almost certainly because a bribe was not forthcoming.

Maybe it is the complexities of getting meaningful help to people in West Africa that causes so many to ignore their plight.

I love dogs as much as anyone and am saddened that Excalibur lost his life. But I’m even more saddened that so many wealthy people (and that includes almost everyone in the First World) are so indifferent to the fate of our fellow human beings.

Those who really want to make a difference in fighting Ebola should consider making a donation to MSF. Its online address is http://www.msf.ca.

Frank Bucholtz is editor of the Langley Times.

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Time for Mayor Wright to pass the torch pressure on city grass fields that cannot handle the wear and tear that comes with our wet climate.

A look to our neighbour’s Burnaby Lake West complex shows that a state-of-the-art multi-field facility could be created in this location that would serve a variety of sports.

And this could form the basis for the hosting of youth sports tournaments that are often a great source of income for the organizing clubs, giving them in turn the financial resources to improve the programs they offer for our kids.

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Re: Oil protest a slippery slope for cities (BC Views, NewsLeader, Oct. 8) Tom Fletcher’s column is the “Emperor has no clothes” moment for the upcoming civic elections.

Voters should be wary of grandstanding politicians opining on issues outside municipal jurisdiction who are either pandering for votes or ignorant of the areas over which they have real authority.

As a first proposition, cities, creatures of provincial jurisdiction, have no authority over inter-provincial pipelines involved in interprovincial transportation. No amount of “lawyering up” will do any good on this issue as the eminent domain of railways and pipelines involved in interprovincial commerce lies with the federal authority.

Just like municipalities are creatures of provincial governments, The National Energy Board is a creature of the federal government and therefore has the appropriate jurisdiction.

We should not let municipal candidates stray from discussing issues they have legitimate authority, no matter how compelling they parade their social engineering goals.

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I have supported Mayor you continue with the idea of Wright through each of his four closing Royal Avenue to truck terms in office. traffic?

He has done a good job, but • If so, where do you think all it is unhealthy in a democracy that truck traffic is going to go? for any person to hold political (Stating they will just find power too long, so I believe we other routes is not sufficient) must have a new mayor.

• Also, what other ideas Not knowing Coun. do you have for curbing Jonathan Coté, I traffic in the city? Not just phoned to ask for a the truck traffic but cars private meeting. that race through the side I explained that I streets just to get to the WRIGHT needed to know how he bridge a little earlier too. thought, his goals for I posted these questions our city, why was he devoting in four different places. these years to public office, how I also added one more well versed he was on the issues, question at this point: as well as his own goals.

• Don’t you think that your Jonathan gave me 90 minutes support of the Whitecaps of his time on a rainy morning. bringing their USL franchise to He is a quiet, thoughtful Queen’s Park and your stance person, hardly a “smiling, big on traffic congestion might be personality.” in conflict?

But when he began to outline Since this is part of his his goals, and discuss his ideas platform and I have been unable for our city I listened carefully. to find any other reference to I was impressed. Jonathan has what he has in mind I expected had nine years’ experience on at least some kind of response. council.

But I have heard nothing While serving on council, from him. working at his “day job” he also So as a long term, voting went back to school and has member of this community I completed his Master’s degree would like the man that states in urban studies.

“His priorities include: reducing I believe Jonathan is the the impact of heavy truck traffic person our city needs at this and rush-hour congestion” to time, just like Wayne Wright answer the questions!

Dave Tate was what the city needed 12 New Westminster years ago.

The issues of growth, the CELEBRATION environment, traffic, affordable PREMATURE housing, and the need for a Re: New West missed out on a plan to promote business and win-win (Letters, NewsLeader, light industry to increase our Oct. 8) tax base are different from the I fully agree with David issues we faced in 2002.

Sylvia Clark Brett’s comments.

New Westminster The self-congratulatory tone of the “no” side in the CANDIDATE MUM Whitecaps/Queen’s Park ON TRUCK TRAFFIC proposal is premature.

I have been a member and At this point, nothing has a regular contributor to the been “saved” for the community “Rattled About Traffic In New and the current situation of an West” Facebook page for many underutilized aging stadium months now. I have made many should not be an option. contributions to the page.

Perhaps then we So when David Brett should follow up posted a link on Sept. with the Parks & Rec 22 announcing he was recommendation of running for city council demolishing the structure I thought I’d ask a few and replacing it with questions of him to something that truly BRETT clarify a few things. serves the community, They where three and in particular our straightforward questions youngsters. relevant to the page.

Unless I’m mistaken, there’s The questions are: still a shortage of turf fields in • If you are elected will New Westminster to relieve the

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B.C. Transportation Minister Todd Stone said Wednesday the province will legislate rates for container truckers, retroactively, and indicated the current number of 2,000 licensed trucks could drop to about 1,500.

Too many trucks now chase too few loads, according to Port Metro Vancouver planning vicepresident Peter Xotta, causing “intense competition” between firms, insufficient work for truckers and undercutting on agreed rates.

Reducing the number of licensed operators is expected to create a better balance.

A 28-day strike by container

truckers last spring ended on government promises of a range of improvements, including minimum rates and compensation for long waits at terminals.

But unionized truckers had warned over the summer another strike was possible without enforcement of the rate floor to prevent undercutting by some trucking companies.

Truckers now licensed to haul containers in and out of container terminals will be invited by Port Metro Vancouver to apply for new licenses with mandatory performance bonds, damage deposits, driver sponsorship agreements and licence charges.

Port officials aren’t yet saying how they’ll decide who is in and who is out of the new licence system.

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Ellar Coltraine and Ethan Hawke in a scene from the film Boyhood, being shown on Friday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. at Landmark Cinemas in New West as part of New West Doc Fest. Director Richard Linklater filmed the story of Coltraine’s adolescence and his family over an 11-year period. For more information about the festival, which kicks off Wednesday, Oct. 22, visit newwestdocfest.ca.

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On Wednesday Encorp Pacific recycled its 15th billion beverage container in the 20 years its been the steward for British Columbia’s recycling program.

“The success of our system for recoiling beverage containers proves that millions of small acts can add up to a big win for the environment,” said Scott Fraser, the president and CEO of Encorp Pacific.

He was joined by BC environment minister Mary Polak to watch the symbolic milestone container pass through Encorp’s Return-It depot at Queensborough Landing.

“This is a British Columbia success story about what can happen when we all work together for the greater good of the environment,” said Polak.

B.C. has one of the best records for recycling beverage containers in North America.

Last year almost one billion used aluminum, plastic and glass beverage containers,

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All those containers translated into more than 90,000 metric tons of recyclable material, saved enough energy to power 42,000 homes for a year and reduced the amount of CO2 being released into the atmosphere by the equivalent of 94,700 tonnes.

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If you’re just hauling yourself, or a pair of jet skis around back, the GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado can do the job. And they do it very well.

Alexandra Straub

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If you have to haul, do it in style DEL MAR, California.

With a 12.5-metre turnIt’s a quintessential SoCal ing radius – which we (Southern California) put to the test when we morning. want to make a U-turn The marine layer is in full to take some photos effect; blocking a would– it’s quite impressive. be gorgeous sunrise. Yet Furthermore, it’s the that doesn’t stop avid all-in-one midsize truck The versatility sports enthusiasts from without compromise. and usability of taking a run along the It has the segment’s beach. Or taking to the these trucks appeal best horsepower thanks water for some morning to two great engines. to small business wave action.

The first being a 2.5L, owners, families Nor does it stop couples 4-cylinder with 200 hp from walking arm-in-arm, or even outdoor and 191 lb-ft of torque, with their hands occupied lovers. the next being a 3.6L, by their morning coffee, V6 with 305 hp and Alexandra Straub and their midsize breed 269 lb-ft of torque. Both of pooch following close engines are paired to by. However, something does turn their a 6-speed automatic transmission; a heads.

6-speed manual is available on select A host of all-new 2015 midsize trucks extended cab 2WD models have them perplexed. They’ve nevCome 2015, a 2.8L Duramax Turbo-Dieer seen these kinds of Canyons or sel is scheduled to join in the engine Colorados gracing the streets before lineup. and wonder what all the commotion Want to tow a couple of dirt bikes, or is about. mount a couple of kayaks on the rear?

Then again, it’s not uncommon to Sure! Not a problem. see midsized trucks in this part of the As I drove through Del Mar with a world. In fact, they’re a dime a dozen. trailer hitched to the back that carried Most are outfitted with surf racks, two incredibly clean dirt bikes, I barely toolboxes or have gear loaded in the felt they were there. bed. They are put to good use.

The V6-endowed Chevy Colorado (or Anita Burke, GM’s chief vehicle GMC Canyon) tows up to 3,175 kg engineer of midsize trucks, explained (7,000 lbs.) with the trailering package, what makes this category of relatively so it has ample oomph to get it up small truck popular. The versatility some tough grades without breaking and usability of these trucks appeal to a sweat. small business owners, families or even When you want to access the bed – outdoor lovers. regardless of trim – they all come with

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You’ll also find 13 standard tie-down locations throughout the bed that you can use with available, movable cargo tie-down rings.

Furthermore, the 2015 Colorado’s configurations are available in an extended cab model with a 6-foot bed, a crew cab with a 5-foot bed and a crew cab with a 6-foot bed. With the tailgate down, the 6-foot bed allows hauling of 8-foot-long items.

Even though both trucks are built on GM’s Global mid-size truck platform, they are targeted at two different buyers.

The GMC Canyon has more upscale features and a lavish cabin – something I wouldn’t have said before when it comes to midsize trucks – while the Colorado is more utilitarian in nature.

No matter how you slice it, both of these trucks have impressive features.

One is its quietness. Whether driving

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the four or six-cylinder variants, no rattles, bangs or buzzing were heard. I actually couldn’t believe my ears as to how serene the cabin was. I guess the triple door seals are doing their job and doing it well.

The transmission had a smoothness to it and the 8-inch touchscreen featuring Text Messaging Alerts and Siri Eyes Free are a bonus.

If you’re just hauling yourself, or a pair of jet skis around back, the GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado can do the job. And they do it very well.

Pricing for the Chevrolet Colorado starts at an MSRP of $19,900 for the four-cylinder with the extended cab.

The GMC Canyon has a starting MSRP of $20,600 (both exclude a destination charge of $1,695).

Visit www.gm.ca for more information Alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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French stitching. What Toyota’s cornerstone has been added is faux Zack Spencer in the United States, suede on the doors thanks in part to the with the ability to get association the brand two-tone seats in the and the car has with the immensely Camry, also with faux suede, but the popular NASCAR series and the long updated seats are only in the new XSE reputation it has for reliability and trim. The centre stack now has bigger value. It is the most popular passenger buttons and rotary dials for ease of car in North America and number one use, a welcome update for older buyin the United States. However, that is ers. To appeal to younger intenders, not the case in Canada, where it lies the Camry has the latest connectivity third in the Toyota lineup behind the and on the top XLE models a wireless Corolla and RAV4. charging system in the centre cubby Looks but the phone either needs a special When a car is typically refreshed, the sleeve or integrated wireless charging designers add a new front bumper, technology. grille headlights and rear taillights and These are all welcome updates but the call it a day. Not the case here, the major competitor for this car is the 2015 Toyota Camry has all-new sheet Honda Accord and the interior on that metal, providing a sleeker and more car is much more upscale and technoeye-catching design. The wheelbase logically advanced, with two screens remains the same length but the and a higher end feel. track, side-to-side has been widened Drive for more stability. The overall length Not just happy to make a more apis only slightly longer, in the nose, to pealing looking car, the engineers help achieve the more polished look. also went about improving the ride,

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No fuss, no problem. Not something anyone in a road-going Camry will experience but a good demonstration.

Verdict What haven’t been updated are the engine and transmission choices. The same 178hp 2.5L 4-cylinder with a 6-speed automatic does duty along with an optional 3.5L V6 putting out 268hp. Yes, this is known equipment and these engines have a proven record but with Honda and other providing direct injection engines and new slick transmissions, it might be safe to go with “tried and true” but at some point these engines will require upgrades or replacements.

As it stands, this is much more than a regular mid-cycle facelift. The 2015 Camry looks much better, drives with more confidence and has a pleasant interior. With the help of NASCAR, the Camry will remain a North American staple, this time with a lot more style.

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Hyack Fo o t b a l l Tailgate Auction 2014: Fundraiser featuring an incredible array of prizes, a Best of New West wine-tasting reception, dinner and of course, the auction.

The proceeds will go towards the high school and community football programs’ costs to train coaches, purchase equipment, and travel to football camps and games.

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Petrifying Pooch Party: Lower Mainland dogs are invited to show off their costumes in the 4th Annual Petrifying Pooch Party, a free community event featuring a pet costume contest with prizes, and photos to be posted on the Mutt & Moggy Facebook page.

When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 12-4 p.m. Where: Mutt & Moggy, Unit #101 – 7655 Edmonds St., Burnaby. Info: http://www.facebook. com/muttandmoggy.

A Different Kind of War: An exhibition of works expressing the artists’ personal fights with cancer. Featuring masks and kimonos by Yayoi Hiran, paintings

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Your Voice Matters: Advocacy Tips for Family Careg ivers, Alzheimer Society of B.C. workshop. Preregistration required.

When: T h u r s d ay, Oct. 23, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Where: Century House, 620-8th St., N ew We s t m i n s t e r.

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Murder by the Book: The Vagabond Players presents a witty and inventive mystery by Duncan Greenwood and Robert King, directed by Jacqollyne Keath. When vitriolic thriller writer, Selwyn Piper crosses swords with his venomous ex-wife Imogen, the result is bound to be Murder by the Book.

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Advance Care Planning: The information you will need should you become incapable of making your own personal and health care treatment decisions. By Fraser Health Authority and Fraser NorthWest Division of Family Practice.

Seniors and Intimacy: Join Jane Langton, a Certified Sexual Health Educator, and explore relationship and intimacy issues as they intersect with aging.

Engaging Isolated Seniors: This lively panel will focus on community projects and organizations that actively engage local seniors through community-building, volunteerism, and peer support.

Service Canada Under AND Over 65 yrs: Learn more what you may be eligible for. First workshop will focus on services for under 65, the next is for over 65 years of age.

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A look at adult sexual health From noon to 1 p.m. on Saturday, join Jane Langton, a Certified Sexual Health Educator, as she discusses relationship and intimacy issues as they intersect with aging.

Langton runs Sexual Health Education, a Vancouver-based practice, and is a Certified Sexual Health Educator. She provides sexual health education primarily to baby boomers and beyond.

Her vision is to provide information to improve health below the waist, promote safer sex and advocate sexual pleasure.

Langton offers private sessions, small group facilitation and workshops about sexual health and sexual health products, bringing better awareness and education to baby boomers and their partners in the journey through the changes and stages of life.

Langton is also a certified clinical hypnotherapist and graduate of Options For Sexual Health and Coastal Academy of Hypnotic Arts & Science.

She is a member of the International Medical & Dental Hypnosis Association and the National Guild of Hypnotists. Jane is also an NLP Practitioner and a member of the Canadian Association of NLP. Langton’s practice focuses on all aspects of Sexual Health. She offers a completely confidential, non-judgmental and empathetic perspective to successfully support her clients with over 25 years of experience in health care, mediation and sexual health education. She loves facilitating incredible conversations in her private practice and workshops, and prides herself on creating a comfortable and safe space for people to finally speak candidly about the most intimate and difficult topics. Often for the first time.

She always starts where someone is at. Each person has unique challenges and circumstances.

She is comfortable discussing issues that most other health care providers couldn’t or wouldn’t due to their own personal discomfort with, or their lack of training in, sexual health.

Jane’s insatiable appetite for new information keeps her looking for better and more effective ways to create educational programs while advocating for access to relevant sexual health education and information across the lifespan.

She is constantly updating her skills and has always done so as she believes education is the key to success both personally and professionally.

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Dr. Art Hister will be giving a health talk at the Seniors Festival this Saturday.

Dr. Hister graduated from McGill University in Montreal, Canada, in 1970. In 1971 he moved across the country to Vancouver to become the first full-time physician with the Pine Free Clinic, the first Canadian clinic established to deal exclusively with transient youth.

Dr. Hister left the Pine Free Clinic in 1977 to enter private practice.

In 1991, Dr. Hister became a full-time media doctor. Dr. Hister has been a correspondent for CBC Newsworld and BBC Radio 5 and is currently a daily health analyst on the Morning News on Global TV in BC, a weekly contributor to Global TV’s Thursday Noon News and Saturday Weekend News, as well as the host and writer of A Medical Minute with Dr. Art Hister heard daily on CKNW Newstalk Radio.

Dr. Hister is also the author of two Canadian bestsellers, Midlife Man and Dr. Art Hister’s Guide to a Longer

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Mann is the recent recipient of the 2013 NHCC Changemaker Award from the Ontario Brain Institute. The award recognizes people who demonstrate leadership in inclusion, innovation and integration for the benefit of people living with brain conditions.

Since being diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2007, Mann has been a tireless advocate for Canadians living with brain conditions. In his role with Alzheimer Society of Canada and the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia, Mann has been the public face of “Jim’s Push for a Plan,” an advocacy campaign for a provincial dementia strategy. Mann also co-chaired the Public Policy Committee for the Alzheimer Society of Canada, and is a member of the Canadian Dementia Knowledge Translation Network Advisory Board.

Please see DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY, A22

JIM MANN’S STORY It was only a few months after getting the Alzheimer’s diagnosis that I received a broadly distributed e-mail from a business acquaintance that began with, “Even with my failing memory I don’t recall.” I knew this acquaintance didn’t have cognitive impairment. I also knew that I couldn’t ignore it. I had to respond. At that moment, for the first time, I publicly Jim Mann was diagnosed with replied with “I have Alzheimer Disease in 2007.

Alzheimer’s.”

That is how my journey of advocacy began. There have been several “teachable moments” so far on the journey.

That’s what I call opportunities to break the cycle of ignorance and to change attitudes through education. I do it one person at a time; one opportunity at a time.

No matter where in the world, I think there is a stigma around dementia. You say you have Alzheimer’s in a group of people and the room can become quiet.

Please see DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY, A22

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In the community, he has inspired many, while serving as a support group leader for people living with dementia, public speaker and educator.

“Since learning about my Alzheimer’s six years ago, I use every opportunity to tell people there is life beyond diagnosis,” he said when receiving his award.

“I hope this award helps people to better understand and be less fearful of this disease. We need more public conversations and encourage anyone affected by Alzheimer’s disease to speak out for themselves and others.”

JIM MANN’S STORY (CONT’D) People can become uncomfortable and it seems to me for no other reason than the dreaded stereotype associated with Alzheimer’s or related dementias of someone in the final stages, approaching 100 years of age, and who doesn’t speak.

In those “teachable moments” I can shatter the stereotype and educate one more person.

After all, I was diagnosed when I was only 58 years old, not considered a “senior” by legal or societal standards, yet by appearance I look like a healthy, capable middle-aged man.

My passion is advocacy, whether it is one person or in a group, whether quietly in the background or through loud demonstration, I believe in the value of advocacy because it is an opportunity to make voices heard.

And who better to tell the story than people with dementia and their caregivers?

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The win gives the No. 5 ranked Hyacks a 3-1 record in the Western Conference and 5-2 overall heading into a key conference clash this Friday.

Quarterback Jamie Shiho scored on a one-yard run in the second quarter to give the Hyacks a 21-14 halftime lead, although it could have been tied if Handsworth hadn’t run out of time with the ball on the New West one-yard line.

“After jumping out to an early lead our kids lost their focus and Handsworth took advantage,” said Hyacks head coach Farhan Lalji, who was upset the Royals managed to convert eight of 10 third-downs to keep drives alive. “We couldn’t get off the field on third downs and we were fortunate to get that stop at the end of the half.”

But New West salted the game away with three third-quarter TDs capped by a 35-yard touchdown run by Shiho.

Although he didn’t score, Julian Ramirez was New West’s top rusher with 132 yards. Jordan Guzman ran for 83 yards including a 13-yard TD run. Adrian Cagampan carried for 50 yards and a two-yard TD while Brian Cagampan had a 13-yard touchdown run and 25 yards rushing.

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Matt Seymour collected four passes for 53 yards, and made four tackles, including one for a loss, on defence.

“Offensively we executed our run game very well. We’ve made such a big emphasis on [Seymour] this season, [Friday] with the conditions it was Julian’s day and he ran hard.

We also played without three offensive starters and the guys who filled in did a solid job,” said Lalji.

Jeff Lugtu and Rochon Battacharya had seven tackles each while Jorge Yarwood had three tackles and two sacks.

Big offensive/defensive lineman Harper Sherman also had three tackles and snagged an interception.

In the second half we settled down in the secondary and played much better overall. But defensively we will need to be much more consistent [Friday] against [Vancouver College],” said Lalji.

Vancouver College Fighting Irish (1-2 conference, 2-3 overall) will be at Mercer Stadium on Friday to play the Hyacks. It will be seniors night when the team will acknowledge players in their final year of eligibility. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m.

• The junior varsity Hyacks also came away winners last week downing the Rick Hansen Hurricanes 39-22 in Abbotsford.

New West got two touchdowns from both Trew Dancey (28 and 15 yards) and Josh Olango (10, three). Jonah Shaw also scored on a one-yard run while Ben Tjernagel had an 82-yard put return for a TD in the third quarter.

The Hyacks are 5-0 in league play and 6-0 against B.C. competition. They will play the Mission Roadrunners at Mercer Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 16, 5:30 p.m.

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Adrian Cagampan of the Hyacks fends off Handsworth Royals’ Matthew Anderson and Nadim Sayani in football action at Handsworth on Friday, Oct. 10. Hyacks won 42-14.

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Quality and value at Morningstar’s Robertson Heights

By Kerry Vital

Maple Ridge has welcomed Morningstar Homes with open arms, already making its newest single-family home project, Robertson Heights, a huge success after just a few weeks.

“We recognized that today’s single-family home buyer is looking not only for quality and value, but innovation as well,” says Deborah Calahan, vice-president of sales and marketing for Morningstar. “We’ve taken the time to do our homework,

researching ideas that are fresh and new and re-creating them in a home where affordability is key.”

Ranging from 2,625 to 3,072 square feet including unfinished basements, the three- and four-bedroom homes include some pretty amazing features. Among them are vaulted ceilings, window seats and the gourmet kitchens that Morningstar is known for.

“We always strive to offer our purchasers the best,” says Calahan. “In a market where many people consider single-

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family home ownership out of reach, we’ve pleasantly surprised potential purchasers by providing not only an affordable home but one that is truly innovative with the bells and whistles you’d expect to see in a much larger home.”

Morningstar held their grand opening of Robertson Heights in late September, and sold 21 homes in the first two weeks, making the neighbourhood one of the most successful yet.

Calahan points out that the six furnished show homes give potential buyers the ability to look at all of their options before making the final decision on which home to buy.

Robertson Heights is Morningstar’s second project in Maple Ridge. The first, The Summit at Grant Hill, is already over 50 per cent sold out after opening just two months ago.

Homes at Robertson Heights start at $449,900 including GST. For more information, visit www.mstarhomes.com, call 604-380-4708 or stop by the sales office at 10455 Robertson Street, Maple Ridge, open daily except Friday between noon and 6 p.m.

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Stunning views are just one of the beautiful features at Odessa Group’s Harrison Highlands. Recreation opportunities are just minutes away, and the homes offer excellent curb appeal due to their Craftsman architecture.

Homes without compromise at Harrison Highlands

By Kerry Vital

At Odessa Group’s Harrison Highlands, buyers won’t have to compromise on what they’re looking for in a new home.

“This is a place where people can live where they play,” says Heath Stone, managing partner at Odessa Group. “There is definitely a demand for these homes.”

Harrison Highlands is just minutes from Harrison Lake, Mission, Agassiz and the Hemlock Valley Ski Resort, as well as several other opportunities for leisure and recreation.

“Sandpiper Golf Club and salmon and

sturgeon fishing are only two minutes away!” says Stone.

Harrison Highlands recently celebrated its grand opening weekend, and the response was tremendous.

“This is the type of project that people have been waiting for,” Stone says.

There are two distinct communities at Harrison Highlands: Woodside and Briarwood. The exclusive Briarwood homes are located in a gated area, though the home types are the same for both communities within the larger community of Harrison Highlands. There are a variety of available

floorplans, including ranchers, one-and-ahalf storey plans and two-storey homes, with two to four bedrooms.

The master-on-main floorplans have been particularly popular, Stone says. Two-thirds of the homes at Harrison Highlands will include this feature.

The Craftsman architecture offers excellent curb appeal, while the expansive interiors feature nine-foot vaulted ceilings and large windows to allow the natural light to flood the home. European-made high-quality laminate flooring is featured throughout the main level, while gourmet-quality kitchens include maple cabinetry and elegant countertops (quartz in the Briarwood homes and laminate in the Woodside homes). The ensuite bathrooms in the master suite include dual sinks for added convenience, a relaxing soaker tub and a separate shower with tile surround and a frameless glass door. Homes

at Woodside include heated floors in the ensuite, while the Briarwood homes have infloor heat in the master bedroom as well.

The community includes homes with parking for recreational vehicles, landscaped parks and natural trails with amazing river and mountain views.

“There’s always something to see here,” Stone says. “Just check out our views!”

Future plans at Harrison Highlands include a neighbourhood commercial area for potential grocery stores, restaurants and other retail spaces.

“This is a fantastic place to raise a family,” Stone says.

Homes at Harrison Highlands start at $379,000, including GST. For more information, visit www.harrisonhighlands. ca or call toll-free 1-888-OUR-VIEW (6878439). The presentation centre is open Friday to Sunday between noon and 5 p.m. at 1524 Woodside Boulevard in Kent.

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120 6th Avenue, New Westminster Gorgeous, immaculately restored & updated, award winning 1915 3 lvl, 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 2500 sf Craftsman style heritage home in beautiful Queens Park just steps to Elementary School & the park & close to Middle School, Uptown shopping, Canada Games Pool & transit. This lovely home feats 10’ ceilings on the main, re-finished wood floors & casing, stain glass, period lighting, huge LR/DR w/ornate ceiling, gas f/p & dual chandeliers, updated kitchens, baths, electrical, plumbing, drain tiles & furnace, newer appliances & more. Layout is strong with good sized rooms & wndws w/2 bdrms on the main, 2 bdrms & 2 pc up. Bach suite & rec room + den & lndry down. Nick deck + private nicely landscaped fenced south facing backyard.

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#201 828 Royal Ave, New Westminster Rare, 2 yr old, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 946 sf, corner unit townhome on quiet side in Brickstone Walk close to Downtown New West, Douglas College, Skytrain & new Anvil centre. This bright & spacious immaculate suite features private entrance, open plan, 9’ ceilings, modern kitchen with SS applcs & fridge w/ icemaker, laminate floors, built in TV bracket & TV, good sized bdrms & closets. Nice wrap around patio with city views & more. Pets & rentals ok. 10 Yr warranty.

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Outstanding 24 yr old, 4735 sf , 3 level, 4 bath Noort home on lovely tree lined blvd in Queens Park. Perfect for family + entertaining featuring grand foyer w/vaulted ceilings,superbly updated kitchen w/huge island,SS newer appliances, slate floors & concrete counters. Oversized LR & DR w/hw floors, large family room w/ gas f/p, sliders to patio & manicured yard, 1 bedrm/ office on main, 4 beds, 2 baths up + dream basement w/rec room, games area, guest bedrm, workshop, storage & sliders to hot tub & sunken patio. Other updates are newer heat/air con, heat pump system, light fixtures, window coverings & paint, 3 new high end bathrms, stone walkways & patio, triple garage, inground sprinklers, security & more all on a 50’x 157 landscaped lot.

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Gorgeous river, sunset & city views from this lovely 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1134 sf SWt facing suite in the prestigious “Fifth Avenue” close to all Uptown amenities. This great home features updated laminate & kitchen flooring, crown molding, light fixtures, ceiling refinishing & newer stove & microwave. Well managed bldg w/newer roof, plumbing & elevators. Halls & lobby currently being refurbished. Great amenites w/outdoor pool, swirlpool, sauna, exercise centre & 2 social rooms. No Pets or rentals.

Absolutely gorgeous corner suite at Viceroy, Bosa’s new iconic highrise. Less than 1 year old. With protected views of the mountains, park, and city, this 2 bedroom/2 bath suite is beautifully appointed with high-end finishes throughout!

Boasting open designer kitchen, soft-close cabinets, gas stove, living and dining room, spa-like bathrooms, s/s full size Bosch and Samsung appliances, quality laminate flooring throughout, and more. Exceptional amenities. 1 parking. 1 storage. Peace of mind. Full 2/5/10 Home Warranty. No GST. Pets and Rentals OK. Hurry, not to be missed!

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Well maintained 3 bdrms, 2 bath, 1269 sf, corner view suite in “Queens Cove” close to transit, shopping, NW Quay, Douglas College & more. This very bright & spacious SW corner suite features new paint, hardwood in dining room, newer appliances & blinds, insuite laundry, large kitchen, insuite storage + locker & more. Building is well maintained & managed & has indoor pool, sauna, swirlpool & exercise room.

Any size pet ok. No Rentals allowed.

Substantially reno’d 1050 sf, 2 bdrm + den (or 3 bdrm if closet added), one level corner Townhouse at Mountain Woods close to Elementary & High School, Lougheed Mall & Skytrain & parks. This beautiful, bright & spacious unit features newer kitchen & bath, applcs, light fixtures, paint, HW tank & more.

Private balcony facing forest. Immaculate and move in ready!

Complex has exercise centre, pool, sauna & playgrounds. Unit has 2 parking stalls. 2 pets allowed. Rental allowed.

Quiet side, 1 bedroom, 700 sf, garden apt w/huge fenced yard, & partly covered patio. Suite has insuite laundry, gas f/p, laminate floors in the bedroom, newer washer/dryer & stove.

Building recently had full rainscreen (with warranty) and new roof. Pets & limited rentals ok.

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COPYRIGHT

Copyright and/or properties subsist in all advertisements and in all other material appearing in this edition of bcclassified.com. Permission to reproduce wholly or in part and in any form whatsoever, particularly by a photographic or offset process in a publication must be obtained in writing from the publisher. Any unauthorized reproduction will be subject to recourse by law.

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COMING EVENTS

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 114

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

F/T CLASS 1 DRIVERS Pick-Up & Delivery Van Km’s Group of Companies requires FT class 1 drivers for the Surrey area. Applicants must have LTL & P&D driving experience and must be familiar w/the Greater Vancouver region.

$1000 Hiring Bonus & Above Average Rates

Take a walk through the Classifieds for the best bargains around! bcclassified.com Phone 604-575-5555

To join our team of professional drivers please send a resume and current drivers abstract to:

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

careers@vankam.com or Fax: 604-587-9889

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

We thank all applicants for your interest!

Van-Kam is committed to employment equity and environmental responsibility.

A Great Janitorial Franchise Opportunity

Retro Designs/Antiques Fair. OCT 19 10am-3pm. Croatian Cultural Ctr 3250 Commercial Drive. Adm. $5.

PART-TIME

Production Workers Black Press, Canada’s Largest independently owned newspaper group, is currently looking for part-time production workers to work at our Delta - Vantage Way 24/7 production facilities.

This position is an entry-level, general labour position that involves the physical handling of newspapers and related advertising supplements.

Requirements: • Prior bindery experience is preferred but not required • Motivated self-starter willing to work in a fast-paced environment performing repetitive tasks • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. and stand for extended period of time • Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse, team-based environment • Demonstrate on-the-job reliability and dependability • Excellent communication skills and detail oriented • Completion of high-school • Must have your own transportation The applicant must be available to work afternoon and graveyard shifts (Monday to Friday) as well as be able to work on a weekly schedule with short notice.

If you are interested in this position, please e-mail your resume referencing “Production Worker” in the subject line to: jobs.vantageway@gmail.com

blackpress.ca

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Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta.

Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training.

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

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889

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.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

AutoCad Dradting Technician BRIGHTON COLLEGE - Earn $26.79/hr. 604.901.5120

Only those of interest will be contacted.

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

There are easier ways to rent your property.

Contact a bcclassified.com Classified Representative for assistance. Call 604-575-5555

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS

Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

• 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

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HELP WANTED

CARRIERS NEEDED

• Certified Home Study Course • Jobs Registered Across Canada • Gov. Certified 35 Years of Success! www.RMTI.ca

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

Call Christy 604-436-2472

for available routes email

Email circulation@burnaby newsleader.com

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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.

CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD

Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street

New West 604.522.4900 EXPERIENCED Lane Closure Tech’s and Traffic Control people req’d. immediately. 604-996-2551 or email Traffic_King@shaw.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 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: Kristy O’Connor, Digital Sales Manager koconnor@bpdigital.ca Competition closes October 28, 2014

The Lemare Group is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Hooktenders • Processor Operators • 980 Dryland Sort Operator • Boom Man • Heavy Duty Mechanics • Grapple Yarder Operator • Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers • Coastal Certified Hand Fallers • Hand Buckers Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca

Valley Traffic Systems is a dynamic construction related company located in North Langley. A full time customer service/dispatcher is required immediately in a fast paced construction office dealing with key clients over the phone, dispatching personnel, answering phones and general office duties as required. Good phone mannerisms and computer knowledge are required.

Wage starting at $17/hr and benefits available. Shift from 11am to 7pm Monday to Friday. Please fax your resume in confidence to 604-5133661 or via email to jobs@valleytraffic.ca.

No phone calls please. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

WAREHOUSE WORKERS F/T permanent & Temporary F/T warehouse workers for Burnaby site. Candidates with experience in plywood, laminate, cabinet hardware will be given preference. FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE IS MANDATORY.

E-mail resumes to: hr@eroko.com or Fax: 604-420-8914

FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

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VANCOUVER BASED Class 1 Owner Operators & Company Drivers for California/Alberta runs.

Dispatched home every two weeks.

For inquiries please contact George Costello

1-877-914-0001 Apply today at

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Friday, October 17, 2014 NewsLeader A39 EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

RATES & AUDIT CLERK We have an opening for a Rates & Audit Clerk in our Pricing department. This position will conduct rate audits of existing billings and prepare online and telephone rates/quotes for customers.

Related experience rating within the transportation/freight industry and an excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written, is required. Applicants must be self-motivated, good at problem solving, detailed oriented and proficient in Microsoft word and Excel. Above average key boarding skills, excellent telephone manner and a strong customer service attitude are essential. Individuals with AS400 experience will be given preference.

Interested candidates should submit an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889 Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic (Surrey Terminal) Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. One (1) position is an afternoon shift starting at 3:30PM and working until midnight and the other position (1) has an 11:30PM start working until 8:00AM. Applicants should have an inspectors ticket, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. Experience in a freight fleet environment would be preferred as this is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers.

Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canada’s largest regional freight carriers.

For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 164

WAREHOUSE

Cross Dock Worker Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. has a part time Cross Dock position that is responsible for: 1) All LTL (less than truckload) freight is cross docked 2) Schedules depart on time 3) High level of load factor 4) Quality loading to minimize damages

PERSONAL SERVICES 182

FINANCIAL SERVICES

SANTA’S CHIMNEY SERVICES. Sweeping, Repairs, Rain-caps. www.santaschimneyservices.com 778-340-0324

Please note that this position is being advertised outside the Company, at this time, as well.

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CHEAP RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!

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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

Please contact by e-mail shelly@stilewood.com or Call: 604.944.9969

PETS

Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $675. 1-604-794-5844

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

(778)997-5757

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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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

CHIMNEY SERVICES

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MOVING & STORAGE

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

big deals 604.575.5555

• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

RENTALS

PATRICK’S RUBBISH REMOVAL *Landscape *Trimming *Yard Clean *Const. Clean. *ANYTHING!!!

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

.Brothers Moving -604-720-0931

AFFORDABLE MOVING

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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

Reno’d 2 & 3 Bdrm Townhomes 2 Level, Private Enclosed Yard, Laminate Flrg, Huge Storage Rm Nr Sperling Skytrain & elem schls Pets Ok! From $1300/mo.

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

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

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

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Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip.

Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca

APARTMENT/CONDO

Burnaby NELSON PLACE TOWNHOMES 2701 – 2755 Bainbridge Ave.

www.affordablemoversbc.com

CONCRETE & PLACING

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC

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

Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)

604 - 720 - 2009

Call (604) 931-2670

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~ ABBA MOVERS & DEL Res/comm 1-5 ton truck, 2 men fr $45. Seniors Discount. Honest, bsmt clean up.

25yrs Exp. 24hrs/7days 604-506-7576

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed.

Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062

MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

Large 2 bdrm apt. . FREE Scrap Metal Removal. .FREE Scrap metal removal. Appls, BBQS, exercise equip, cars, etc. 604-572-3733 ww.tkhaulaway.com

LOOKING FOR A SPECIFIC CANDIDATE FOR AN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITHIN YOUR COMPANY?

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE

Increase your chances in getting the right candidate. Our friendly Classified Sales Representatives will assist you.

3 STEPS: 1) Call us. 2) Discuss what you’re looking for - we’re here to listen.

3) Start hiring. Yes, it’s that easy.

Phone: 604-575-5555 bcclassified.com

DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating Call Tobias 604.782.4322

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Excavators, Backhoes, Bobcats & Dump Trucks for hire TOPSOIL & GRAVEL

www.paintspecial.com

PAINT SPECIAL

cleaning team and ensures professional ,specialized cleaning for a vegetable processing plant. This posiƟon provides: daily supervision of staī to ensure compliance with all protocols, procedures and relevant laws and regulaƟons; performs quality audits; worker recruitment; and various required reports.

QualiĮcaƟons:

Working knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis CriƟcal Control Point) and QMP (Quality Management Program) as an asset. Experience with WHMIS. User computer skills, including the ability to prepare documents using MicrosoŌ Oĸce Suite applicaƟons (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point) and proĮciency in learning industry soŌware.

Minimum of compleƟon of Grade 12 or an equivalent combinaƟon of educaƟon, training and experience. Minimum 2 years as a team leader/supervisor’s experience or leadership experience. Experience in technical cleaning on food processing plant. First Aid CerƟĮcate – OccupaƟonal First Aid Level 1 minimum.

CLEANER The cleaner provides professional specialized cleaning for a vegetable processing

plant. This posiƟon reports to Acciona Supervisor and the duƟes include assembly and disassembly of producƟon equipment and provides a thorough sanitaƟon of processing machinery and areas

QualiĮcaƟons:

Must display a strong work ethic and iniƟaƟve, and strive for quality work. Ability to maintain good working relaƟonship with supervisors, peer, subordinate staī and clients. Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and supplies. Physically capable of performing the duƟes. Must be physically and mentally prepared to work graveyard shiŌs. CommiƩed to aƩend work regularly and consistently. EīecƟve oral and wriƩen communicaƟon skills in the English language.

Acciona oīers:

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PLUMBING

~ Hot water tanks ~ Gasfitting/Sheet metal

604-461-0999 287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

TRANSPORTATION

PRESSURE WASHING

845

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

Home Improvement Specializing in basement reno’s, bathrooms & kitchens. Installation of drywall, flooring & tiling.

Plumbing, electrical, and more. *25 years exp. Free Estimates.

Daniel: 778-999-9122

MIDAS CONSTRUCTION INC

We are currently accepƟng resumes by email.

If you are interested or if you have quesƟons, please contact:

Carpentry Services Remove & replace concrete sidewalks, driveways, retaining walls, drainage.

604-251-3382

Member of BBB & WCB www.midascontruction.ca

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

Call Ian 604-724-6373

The Scrapper

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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

Free est. Reasonable rates.

778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505

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SUNDECKS

10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. WCB Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters & Replace Fascia 604-812-9721

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 778-355-5840

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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

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Furnace & Air Conditioning

HOMES FOR RENT

N. BURNABY. 3-bdrms up + 1 bdrm down, full bsmt, yard, deck, garage.

Nr all amens. & SFU. Hardwood flrs. Refs. $2300. Nov. 1. 604-9870638

mikes hauling 604-516-9237

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

CompeƟƟve Wages; Extended Health and BeneĮts Program; Career Growth OpportuniƟes.

Tanya Bellagente Phone: 604-622-6544 or Email: afshr@acciona.ca For more informaƟon about Acciona, go to www.accionafs.com

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

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284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION

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3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982.

WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca

Running this ad for 10yrs

604-531-5935

Acciona Facility Services is looking for NIGHT SHIFT Supervisors and Cleaners for a food processing plant in Richmond BC.

SUPERVISOR The Supervisor co-ordinates and supports all relevant acƟviƟes of the technical

GARDENING

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

Seniors only building.

Close to transit, schools, and shopping.

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

HELP WANTED

RUBBISH REMOVAL

EXTRA

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

PETS

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PERSONAL SERVICES

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If I can’t do it It can’t be done

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

TRADES, TECHNICAL

WINDOW and WOOD DOOR residential installations; both FullTime & contract opportunities available.

HOME REPAIRS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

WINDOW INSTALLER Required for High End WOOD

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TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, 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

The successful candidate(s) will be working in a high pressure, high volume atmosphere with critical time frames and must be available to work morning shifts.

A current forklift operator certificate is an asset. Interested candidates should forward a resume and cover letter to: Careers@vankam.com Or Fax 604-587-9889

Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Excellence in Quality & Service

604-588-0833 All types of Roofing Free Estimate Written Guarantee WCB Coverage Over 40 Years Experience

374

TREE SERVICES

COMPLETE ROOFING + Repairs & gutters. All Roofs - Cedar, Shingles, Torch-On, Flat. WCB, BBB, Reas guaranteed. Sr Disc. 604-725-0106

PETS 477 Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.

PETS

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

A40 NewsLeader Friday, October 17, 2014

Burger Guest Stars is back.

With a fresh new line-up!

From our delicious new Steakhouse Supreme Bigger Burger, Harvest Turkey Poutine Burger, to our tempura battered Crispy Almond Chicken Burger. This new line-up of burgers puts fresh, local ingredients right where they should be‌ between our specially baked buns! Burger Guest Stars. On now for a limited time!

and famous burgers

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NORTH RD & LOUGHEED 4075 North Road 604-421-4620

ADDRESS GOES HERE KINGSWAY BURNABY ADDRESS GOES HERE 5550 Kingsway (3.5 blocks eastHERE of Metrotown) ADDRESS GOES

MARINE & BYRNE 7519 Market Crossing 604-431-5100

604-434-6668

LOUGHEED & GILMORE 4129 Lougheed Hwy. 604-299-4423

NEW WESTMINSTER 610 - 6th Street 604-522-4800

KENSINGTON SQUARE 6500 Hastings Street 604-299-2214