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The Port Moody Legion Branch 119 is moving forward with its long-awaited redevelopment, including plans for a five-storey mixed-use site, complete with a new Legion. And while city council expressed support for the plan Tuesday, many were concerned about relocating the cenotaph off Clarke Street to Spring Street. Coun. Diana Dilworth said in attending the annual Remembrance Day ceremonies at the Legion
for the past 20 years, she has seen the crowds paying their respects to those who served in wars grow to thousands of people. “At this point, we need both sides of Clarke Street in front of the Legion and the entire parking lot to house the people that come to pay their respects,” Dilworth said. “My fear with the location of the cenotaph tucked into the plaza at the back, it will make the event not as inclusive, and not as many people will participate.” The application from TL Housing Solutions Ltd. calls for a five-storey building that includes 14 retail units, 84 residential units, a new Legion facility. see APPLICANT, page A6
Terry Fox Foundation is marking the 35th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope with something new: The Terry Fox Training Run, which will follow the Tri-City route Terry used to train for his cross-country cancer crusade. See story on page A3
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hen Terry Fox recovered from the surgery that amputated his right leg, he already had the kernel of a plan forming: to run across Canada to raise money for cancer research. Some might say such an idea was borne more of bravado than brains but, typical of a young man of 18, it was one Fox considered entirely doable. The distance of well over 5,000 km didn’t seem to sway him. Perhaps that’s because, growing up, Fox was accustomed to accomplishing athletic challenges that initially seemed out of reach. He loved basketball and while he displayed a tremendous amount of passion, he wasn’t very good at it. But he trained constantly, showing up early for practice and hitting the hoops on weekends. By Grade 11, he was a starting guard for the Port Coquitlam Ravens
Above: The T-shirt designed for participants in the first Terry Fox Training Run, set for April 4 on a route through the TriCities. Left: A promotional poster for the run.
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MIKE KINGSTON — they’re the Terry Fox Ravens now — and he earned a spot on the junior varsity basketball team in his first year at Simon Fraser University. Fox showed the same determination in preparing for the Marathon of Hope, logging 5,000 km (3,107 miles) in 18 months of training. Thirty-five years later, the Terry Fox Foundation is celebrating that sense
of grit with the Terry Fox Training Run on April 4. It’s a 16.1-km run tracing the route Fox used to prepare for his Marathon of Hope, taking runners from Port Coquitlam through Coquitlam and out to the far reaches of Port Moody and back again. Joining in the fun will be
two members of The TriCity News team. Neither of us possesses anything close to the energy of a young Fox — if anything, we are firmly in the bone-crunching, creaking-joint grips of middle age — but figure our weekend warrior jogs will be enough to help us survive the 10-mile route.
Production manager Mike Kingston has been running for most of his 51 years and has no qualms about polishing off 16 km. One of the quieter members of The Tri-City News crew, Kingston changes gears in his off hours and tears up back-country trails with the running club XSNRG. The group tackles trails in Ridge Meadows and the Tri-Cities twice a week, usually covering about 20 to 30 km. Each member has done at least one marathon; Kingston’s was in 2012, when he squeaked in under his fourhour goal with a time of 3:59, exhausted and with a blister that made the last 5 km “quite painful.”
Registration for the Terry Fox Training Run on April 4 is now open, along with a route map, at www. terryfoxtrainingrun.com. The 16.1-km run starts at Westwood elementary (3610 Hastings St., PoCo) at 7:30 a.m. The opening ceremony begins at 9:45 a.m. and the community walk is at 10 a.m. Volunteers are needed for the event; contact Donna White at 604-464-2666 or bcyukon@terryfoxrun.org. Visit www.terryfoxtrainingrun.com for more information. How about running a marathon every day? For 143 days? “That just seems completely not possible,” Kingston said. How about on one leg? “That’s even more impossible.” Speaking of impossible, I enjoy running but it’s been a long, long time since I logged anything close to 16 km. It was likely in 2009 in preparation for a halfmarathon, a feat that left me feeling rather like I had an all-time worst hangover for the rest of the day. So it is with much more trepidation than Kingston that I face the prospect of running a distance about three times longer than what I’ve been doing recently.
I have three weeks to prepare, though, and there will be plenty of motivation along the way in the form of permanent training route signs featuring Fox, trivia tidbits and inspirational quotes. And both my colleague and I (and our fellow runners, we presume) are hoping for plenty of folks to line the route on April 4 and cheer us on, much like those who whooped for Fox as he passed by their homes some 35 years ago, logging step after step in preparation for the Marathon of Hope. Said Kingston: “I think it will be an emotional day, when people realize where they’re running and why.” spayne@tricitynews.com @spayneTC
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He even had to help two colleagues who contracted the virus. Despite following strict protocols, Kent Brantley and Nancy Writebol became infected. “It was terrifying when we found out Kent was positive. I was laying in bed, I thought I was going to die,” MacKay said. “We were working 12- to 16hour days and we all felt
sick, dehydrated and [were] having nightmares.” As well, “There was a lot of irrational fear among family members and the community about returning [home].” MacKay will be speak about his experiences, as part of international humanitarian work with the group Samaritan’s Purse, on Monday, March 16 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in Room A1470 at Douglas College’s
David Lam campus. Admission is free and open to the public. MacKay also founded the Peace Life Project Foundation, a non-profit, humanitarian foundation dedicated to empowering and educating victims of war in conflict areas. The hope is to engage the public in fundraising towards its goals and help form partnerships. His previous humanitarian work,
includes experiences in Haiti, the Philippines and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Shelley Goertz, a registered nurse and instructor at Douglas, said speakers such as MacKay help raise awareness on health issues that affect our region, our country and our world. “Ian MacKay’s humanitarian work and his contribution to global public health is inspiring and
remarkable,” Goertz said. “We are honoured to have him come to the Douglas College Speaker Series and share, with our community the stories of his work.” Other speeches will continue in September and will be hosted on the third Monday of each month. Douglas College’s David Lam campus is located at 1250 Pinetree Way in Coquitlam.
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she moved to the rapidly growing Coquitlam neighbourhood last summer but is surprised more hasn’t been accomplished to get a school built considering all the young families also moving there. She said she’s doubtful the planned 2017 opening date for Smiling Creek elementary, the first school planned for the area, is possible because funding has yet to be approved. The school district has said it is finalizing land acquisition for the property and plans a meeting in late spring to share progress with parents.
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The world of wrestling entertainment is often under fire for being fake but there’s nothing fake about the depression that can affect the wrestlers in the ring. Derek Hird, known in the ring as MR2, will be joining forces with Theo Francon (Ravenous Randy Myers) of Port Coquitlambased Elite Canadian Championship Wrestling (ECCW) to make a short film called The Weirdo Hero about depression and mental health. Filming for the project is slated to start Sunday in Vancouver. Hird suffers from depression and said he had a lot of conversations with friends and family about mental health after comedian and actor Robin Williams committed suicide. And Francon recently returned to the ring after taking a leave of absence from August until January to deal with his depression. In a voice-over in the film trailer, Francon says, “It doesn’t matter that I’ve been beat up by 300 lb. men, it’s how I feel inside. My greatest injury doesn’t come in the hands of my wrestling foes, it comes from dealing with depression. “I’ve been a professional wrestler for 14 years and I’ve been dealing with depression for 32 years,” he said. The trailer also shows Hird telling his story live, entering the ring as himself, not MR2, and pitching the movie to a crowd of wrestling fans. But despite a positive response to him baring his soul, “I let my fears control
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Wrestler Theo Francon, known professionally as Ravenous Randy Myers, stands in the ring with the animated character Harold the Hare, who portrays Francon’s self doubt in the short film “The Weirdo Hero.” me and I bolted from the ring and hid in the alley for 20 minutes.” Hird said the terror and self-doubt he felt speaking publicly about his depression was unlike anything he’d experienced. “When I finally came back inside,” he recalled, “a couple of guys told me how great it was and the fans told me how they were moved by my speech.” Mary Ness from Port Coquitlam — her ring name is Mary Diaz — is the co-owner of ECCW and is helping support the film by donating the ring to be used during filming, providing the talent in the ring and helping with social media. “They want to give back to the community and depression is something that people are starting to talk about, [how] to get the message out and how to get help.” Ness said. Producers are also looking for financial aid from strangers through the crowdfunding website indiegogo.com (indiegogo. com/projects/the-weirdohero-short-film). As of
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Cash & votes a nyone feeling the heat from the nov. 15 municipal election can relax. it wasn’t because voters were fired up about the issues but from all the money burned by tri-city politicians to get elected or re-elected. as anyone involved in elections knows, it is getting more expensive to connect with voters and the problem is that those willing to pay have a definite stake in the results. according to statistics compiled by Tri-City News reporter Gary mckenna from municipal election spending disclosures in coquitlam, Port coquitlam and Port moody, unions contributed about $82,000 to the successful elected candidates (not including school board) and developers spent $220,000 — nearly three times as much. it’s true democracy is costly, and no one is saying anything underhanded is happening, but without more clarity and firm election spending rules, voters will become increasingly disaffected and disengaged. if they believe developers are behind every decision, with unions not far behind, no one will believe a vote is ever made for the benefit of people who live here.
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oobies make me smile.” those were the words on a sticker i saw the other day. the sticker was stuck on a t-shirt, over the left breast of a young lass, working at a local business. i looked. and then i realized i was looking. it was one of those what-to-do-now man-moments. as a rule, a guy ought not to be looking there. eyes up, mister! but she obviously put the sticker there and it had a message that one just had to read, which meant i was supposed to look. right? i stopped looking. and then, i thought, should i inquire as to what this is about? there was some very small print on the sticker, which may have explained what this all meant. but then i would have to look again —closely. that absolutely could not be good. i decided i could not ask because that would make it obvious i was looking at her boobies. Which according to the sticker, make her smile. i’m sure there were sparks inside my brain as my synapses short-circuited. does. not. compute. i completed my transaction and left in utter confusion.
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anyway, as i later confirmed with some internet research (go ahead, check it yourself, but careful how you Google it, and i wouldn’t advise doing it at work unless you’re writing a column about it), boobies make me smile is a breast cancer awareness campaign that is connected to an american retail lifestyle store that serves a young demographic and calls itself “irreverent.” yes, indeed. it got my attention. hardly anyone could be unaware of cancer these days and maybe that’s why some people feel the topic needs a fresher, different dialogue, even one that may be a bit uncomfortable. but the facts don’t change: according to the canadian breast cancer Foundation website, breast cancer continues to be the most common cancer diagnosis in women in canada over the age of 20 and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in canadian women, after lung cancer. also: • In 2014, it was estimated that 24,400 women and 210 men in canada will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and that 5,000 women and 60 men will die from the disease. • One in nine women in Canada is expected to develop breast cancer during her lifetime (by the age of 90). • One in four (26%) cancers diagnosed in women in
canada are breast cancer. • One in 30 women in Canada will die from breast cancer. • In Canada, the five-year survival rate for breast cancer is 88%. • Breast cancer mortality rates have decreased by 43% since the peak in 1986. • Breast cancers in younger women who are pre-menopausal are often more aggressive, move quickly to advanced stages and are less responsive to treatment than those that are found in older women. • And the most effective way to detect breast cancer earlier in average-risk women is regular mammography screening and personal breast awareness. Women aged 40 to 79 are encouraged to have a routine screen every two years. While breast cancer is more prevalent in older women, it doesn’t mean you’re safe if you’re under 40 or 30, or even 20. For more information, visit bccancer.bc.ca, cbcf.org and bccancerfoundation.com. Of course, you can and should talk to your doc, as well. and to the young woman who had the courage to wear that sticker, especially where she did, thanks for making people more aware of breast health. you made us look.
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Voters need info PM should on contributions spend money The Editor, Re. “Developers dug deep in Coquitlam election” (The Tri-City News, March 11). As a relatively new resident of the Tri-Cities I continue to be impressed with the quality of journalism consistently displayed by your newspaper. Reporter Gary McKenna’s articles were clearly the product of careful research and thought. It raised issues of considerable importance to Tri-City residents: the influence, or perceived influence, that developers and unions exert with the individual council members and mayors through financial contributions. Voters have a right to be informed. As Coquitlam Coun. Craig Hodge conceded, there is a widespread public perception that votes on council are influenced by campaign contributions. Municipal campaign finance rules should impose a deadline for contributions at least
one week prior to the municipal election, require real-time disclosure of contributions and prohibit any financial contributions for a specific period between elections. Voters should not be kept in the dark and left to rely on the assurances of elected officials such as Coun. Hodge and the media relations person for a developer that financial contributions do not, and are not intended to, influence votes. As the article notes, the existing municipal finance rules fall short of requiring this sort of essential information to voters prior to an election. We are left to rely on the dedication of journalists such as Mr. McKenna and your newspaper. Thank you for your important contribution to democracy and responsible, accountable, transparent local government. Port Coquitlam Coun.
Mike Forrest deserves to be commended for his unwillingness to accept donations from developers and unions because he understands that it is important that he appear to be impartial when he votes on matters concerning developers and unions. I am astonished that any councillor or mayor believes it is appropriate to participate in any discussion or vote that concerns a developer, union or any other person who made a significant financial contribution to his or her campaign. I hope that in a future issue, your newspaper will provide readers with a detailed breakdown of the individual developer/ union contributions for each councillor and mayor, and a history of the voting record of each on each important issue concerning that developer/union. D. Todd Brown, Port Coquitlam
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The Editor, There’s going to be a federal election this fall and I hope people take into consideration our prime minister’s skewed priorities. This great benefactor of ours has committed $120 million to Africa to fight Ebola (this is still not enough, according to the recipients of this largesse) and in September 2014, Stephen Harper committed $200 million earmarked for women and childhood health in developing countries. I have no problem with Canada doing its part to help Third World countries deal with disease, poverty and the high mortality rate of children. But this shouldn’t be done when it puts our own women and children in peril. What I am referring to is the fact that in the last few weeks, Prime
Minister Harper has slashed $10 million from the division of the RCMP that tracks pedophiles using the internet to exploit Canadian children. He has also slashed millions of dollars from a prison program that monitors violent sexual offenders. Does this man consider our own women and children less worthy of having a safe, healthy life, free from the worry of sexual exploitation and assault? Our children are our most precious commodity. Putting them at risk is unacceptable. I also find it absurd when he states he is making these cuts of mere millions to help balance a budget while at the same time spending hundreds of millions on foreign programs that have no benefit to Canadians. Neil Swanson, Coquitlam
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3 Coquitlam women among YWCA nominees Three Coquitlam women are among the contenders in YWCA Metro Vancouver’s nominees for its 32nd annual Women of Distinction Awards. The Technology, Science and Research category will feature Alma BarrancoMendoza, chief information officer at the Canadian Space Society and cofounder of Infogenetica Natural Products. The Woman of Distinction category will feature Selin Jessa, an immunology and geography student at McGill University, along with Zoya Jiwa, founder of Simply You and a student at SFU. “I’m honoured to be a nominee for the Young Woman of Distinction
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care a lot about are gaining attention in the process.” The YWCA has paid tribute to more than 290 award recipients and 1,690 nominees since 1984. Award recipients will be announced on May 26 during
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Garis said cities in the Lower Mainland already use traffic light preemption technology to speed emergency vehicles through
intersections, but there’s a limit to its value if traffic lanes are clogged ahead of first responders. He said lengthening response times as congestion worsens could force cities to build and staff more new fire halls than in an attempt to provide the same level of service. “If we can’t move the traffic, we can’t get through it, we need more stations and we need more people to service those calls. And that’s not within our agenda or in our budget.” Garis said investment in better transportation to prevent worse congestion is a far more efficient solution. Chu said road congestion has similar implications for policing budgets, increasing the pressure on property taxes. “Your options are to either have the same number of police officers but reduced levels of service — reduced response time — or to spend more money on
more police officers.” He cited a one minute increase over the last five years in average VPD response times and said congestion is a significant factor. Chu also predicted public safety improvements if better transit is approved, ranging from better dispersal of sometimes violent late night crowds in downtown Vancouver to fewer drunk drivers on the roads. “We believe that improved transit in late night hours will reduce the motivation for people, after a night of drinking, to get behind the wheel of their car and drive while impaired.” Chu said partiers in Vancouver from outlying cities can have difficulty getting taxis to take them home and suggested better transit could reduce risks for stranded young women in some situations. RCMP and ambulance paramedics weren’t present at the declaration of support for the Yes cam-
paign, but the chiefs there predicted all first responders would face similar challenges. The event followed the release earlier in the week of a new report by public health officials tying health benefits to transit availability as well as a Tuesday telephone town hall by environmentalist David Suzuki, who calls a Yes vote the single biggest thing residents can do to fight climate change. No campaign head Jordan Bateman said he has “deep concerns” about police, fire and health officials becoming politicized through the campaign, and suggested the chiefs are pleasing the mayors who control their budgets. “The Yes side is specializing in the politics of fear,” Bateman said. “It’s the most ridiculous overthe-top fear mongering campaign, possibly in B.C. history.” jnagel@blackpress.ca @jeffnagel
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A small world after all: Tri-City travellers cross paths in Paris Paris in (almost) springtime was a dream come true for some School District 43 high school students this spring break, some of whom met up at the famed Notre Dame Cathedral in a chance encounter that surprised many. Last Sunday, March 8, a group of French immersion students from Dr. Charles Best secondary in Coquitlam met up with a
group of their counterparts from Centennial secondary, also from Coquitlam, in a scenario that just proves, says teacher Greg Sutherland, that “it really is a small world.” It just so happened that the two school tours of Notre Dame were planned for the same day and the same time. “The students took a few moments from their busy itineraries to exchange
travel advice and pose for pictures before heading off to their next destinations,” Sutherland said. The Centennial students continued their tour of five European countries and the Best students are exploring France, with a highlight being a visit to Juno Beach, where they will honour Canadian veterans and clean up the D-Day beach site. @dstrandbergTC
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Public comment period extended Eagle Mountain—Woodfibre Gas Pipeline Project We’re pleased that the BC Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) has accepted our request and extended its public comment deadline. The EAO is now accepting public comments on our application until Friday, March 27, 2015.
How to participate in two easy steps Step 1: Review our application Visit eao.gov.bc.ca and read the sections of our application that most interest you. We’ve also placed print copies of the application at our FortisBC/Woodfibre LNG community office and at locations in Squamish, Whistler, Gibsons, Sechelt and Coquitlam. For details, visit fortisbc.com/egp.
Step 2: Submit your comments by March 27 Submit your comments to the EAO about the application online at eao.gov.bc.ca or by regular mail addressed to: Michael Shepard Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria, BC V8W 9V1
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THINGS-TO-DO GUIDE: MARCH 13 – 15
Little Terrors plays Friday night at 7 p.m. at the Inlet Theatre for the 15th annual Port Moody Canadian Film Festival, which runs until Sunday evening. Get full details at www.pmfilm.ca.
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Who needs a spring break vacation? There’s plenty on the plate this weekend to keep the whole family busy, so enjoy the start of the second half of your stay-cation.
It’s the last toonie skate of the season at the PoCo recreation complex (2150 Wilson Ave.) from 2:15 to 3:45 p.m. Tomorrow, Westminster Savings offers a free skate at the Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St.) from 2 to 3:15 p.m.
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Saturday, March 14
FILM FEST
Prepare to sit back and soak up some of the best the Canadian film scene has to offer with the 15th annual Port Moody Canadian Film Festival, running throughout the weekend at the Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr.). Presented by the Port Moody Film Society, the festival features Little Terrors at 7 p.m., a haunting film about an American teen recruited to bomb a U.S. embassy in Delhi. At 9:30 p.m. catch the doc Just Eat It, a Vancouver couple’s exploration into food waste. Saturday’s lineup features In Her Place at 7 p.m., about a wealthy couple that secretly adopts the unborn child of a rural teenager, and Enemy at 9:30 p.m. The closing film Sunday night is the Cannes hit Tu Dors Nicole at 7 p.m. Admission is $7 per screening with $5 annual membership (cash or cheque only). Doors open at 6 p.m. nightly. Visit www.pmfilm.ca for more details.
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Prevent fraud and identity theft and clean up your files at the Coquitlam RCMP’s shredding event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and bring a non-perishable food donation for the Share food bank.
DRAWING ROOM
The Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) gives families a chance to give drawing a whirl from 1 to 4 p.m. No drawing experience is needed for the event and materials will be supplied; just show up ready to have fun. Admission is by donation.
WEARABLE ART
Be wowed by the display of colour, creativity and absolute coolness of the Wearable Art Awards collection, on display at the Port Moody
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Arts Centre (2425 St. Johns St.) until April 2. There are dyed silks, beadwork, headdresses and much more to see. And you can have your say, too, on your favourite piece by voting for the People’s Choice prize.
PAINT PALETTE
It’s been a hit the first two times so Palette... eat, paint, create! is back for a third go tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam). Everyone is welcome to unleash their inner creativity while sampling delicious breads and cheeses, petit fours and the cash bar. Tickets are $25/single, $40/pair at 604-664-1636 or www. placedesarts.ca.
Sunday, March 15 TEA PARTY
Join the Queen of Hearts and the Cheshire Cat for the Mad as a Hatter Tea Party aboard the rail car at the Port Moody Station Museum (2734 Murray St.) at 11 a.m., 12:15 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. This Alice in Wonderland-inspired event will be serving up delicious treats donated by Cobs Bread, drinks from Spirit Bear Coffee and, of course, plenty of tea, as well as live entertainment. Tickets are $14.50/$8.50 at www.creativeteaparty.com. Proceeds support the Canadian Sound Therapy Arts Society.
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nursing cash The Tzu Chi Foundation has offered financial support to nursing students at Douglas College since 1995, contributing thousands of dollars that have helped more than 115 students stay in school. Established in 1992 to bring the essence of Buddhism into practice through the delivery of charitable and humanitarian services, the foundation most recently gave Douglas $25,000 at the college’s International Day on Feb. 25 — bringing Tzu Chi bursary’s total to more than $170,000. “The Tzu Chi bursary is the largest in the faculty and really helps remove some of the stress from students who are trying to study and work and may be supporting families too,” says Pam Cawley, Douglas’ dean of health sciences. Coquitlam resident Kevin Wong of the Tzu Chi Foundation in the Tri-Cities, Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows says his group appreciates “the opportunity to support students enrolled in the nursing program at Douglas. Accessibility of education is a key mandate of the organization and we feel that Douglas shares our vision in maximizing the possibility for students in this program to succeed.”
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AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that the related bylaw presented at that Regular Council Meeting will be available for public inspection from March 13th to March 24th during regular office hours, Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Village Hall. ALL PERSONS who deem themselves affected shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person or by written submission up to March 24th at 4:00 p.m.
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THE ENVIRONMENT
What’s up? WUP... and kudos for BC Hydro GREEN SCENE
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s someone who with a keen interest in environmental issues, eternal disappointment seems to be my default response to many of the actions taken by industry and government. But occasionally, good things happen. A truly positive action taken by BC Hydro has been the water use plans (WUP) it developed for several rivers it dammed in earlier eras for power purposes. These WUP have been developed over the past 15 or so years and have improved water flows in a number of significant salmon-bearing rivers in B.C. While WUP have brought environmental benefits, the insightful actions taken by BC Hydro to develop these plans have all but been forgotten by the community at large. This is a great shame as the formulation of these plans was accomplished by extensive consultations
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to reach wise and balanced decisions about the use of natural resources. (For more information, see the “Water for Power, Water for
Nature” report, available at www.wwf.ca.) The rivers for which WUP have been developed include the Alouette, Stave, Wahleach, Cheakamus, Campbell, Shuswap, Puntledge and many others, including our own, the Coquitlam River. The development of a water-sharing plan, which is what the WUP do, was a particular challenge for the Coquitlam as water in the upper Coquitlam River is used to generate electricity and provide Metro Vancouver with a considerable portion of its drinking water. An opportunity to help determine the allocation of Coquitlam’s water attracted considerable interest from river stewards in our community. The Consultative Committee for the Coquitlam River was one of the largest ones convened, which, at times, made reaching consensus decisions a particular challenge. Water use planning had its origins in the unfortunate draining of BC Hydro’s Downton Reservoir on the Bridge River system in 1996. This down-drafting of the reservoir, which killed many fish, horrified river stewards and resulted in a petition to the trilateral (i.e., Mexico, U.S.A. and Canada) Commission
for Environmental Cooperation regarding Canada’s failure to properly manage salmon-bearing rivers. The incident on the Downton plus Hydro’s redevelopment of its facilities on the Stave River were the beginnings of demanding and expensive water use planning processes for 23 rivers in B.C. The local consultative process, which remained open and transparent, relied on finding keen and interested participants by advertising for volunteers with an interest in the Coquitlam River. The response was overwhelming — clearly, there was (and still is) a great passion to protect the Coquitlam River in this community. Approximately 40 people had the stamina and determination to participate in a process, which lasted for four years. We met mostly in the old cedar-clad BC Hydro building on the corner of the Barnet Highway and Falcon Drive, where we sat through many long evening meetings. Without a doubt, friendships were forged throughout this lengthy process. Our committee had many fascinating presentations from a number of biologists and fisheries experts as well as from Metro
Vancouver and BC Hydro staff who spoke of the need for drinking water and electricity generation. We learned much about the history of BC Hydro and dam construction on the Coquitlam River, which extinguished a historic sockeye salmon population in Coquitlam Lake. We learned how riparian forests around a river fundamentally change when natural flows cease. And we all had to grapple a little to understand some of complicated statistics and analyses required for allocation of water. Personally, I found participation on this committee to be an engrossing learning experience. I was impressed by the dedication of all the volunteers who stuck with this process for more than 70 meetings. In the end, we could not agree on a single recipe to allocate water. What our committee did was propose two possible solutions, both of which would be tested over time and studied extensively. To follow the process, a new monitoring committee was struck. The conclusion of this grand experiment on the Coquitlam River is expected to be reached by 2020. In the meantime, the river has much improved water flows for fish, espe-
cially during the dry summer months. The legacy of this WUP remains. In addition to the ongoing monitoring committee, a salmon passage study has been convened with the keen participation of Kwikwetlem First Nation, whose members want to see their sockeye run restored. This is now a distinct possibility given that a landlocked kokanee population in Coquitlam Lake has been identified. People remain very committed to stewardship of the Coquitlam River. With support from the cities of Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam, a Coquitlam River Roundtable has now been convened (see www. coquitlamriverwatershed. ca for details; their next meeting, open to the public, is on April 22). I think BC Hydro’s WUP process is an outstanding example of how collaborative decision-making can lead to more sustainable outcomes and a better informed public. It’s an example that should be followed more often. Elaine Golds is a Port Moody environmentalist who is conservation/education chair of the Burke Mountain Naturalists, chair of the Colony Farm Park Association and a founding director of the board of the Port Moody Ecological Society.
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programs and grants designed to support them, including the Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters, Medical Service Plan Premium Assistance, Fair Pharmacare, Property Tax Deferment Program, Home Adaptations for Independence and the federal Guaranteed Income Supplement programs. Across the board, the survey showed that awareness was lowest among people over the age of 75 and those with incomes of less than $30,000 per year. “Even those seniors who access subsidies are struggling, so I can only imagine how much greater the challenges are for those who aren’t accessing their entitlements,” MacKenzie said. The survey also found that many seniors were worried they couldn’t afford to remain in their homes and didn’t have access to programs to defray costs for items such as glasses, hearing aids and aids, and dental care even if they were low income. Seniors also suggested they would benefit from some home support, if it was available, because it would allow them to stay independent and in their homes longer. More information about the survey and programs available to seniors is available at www. seniorsadvocatebc.ca. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
The Tri-Cities Community Seniors’ Forum will be held at Winslow Centre, 1100 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Friday, March 27. It is free to attend but you must register online by March 17 or until capacity is reached; to sign up, go to seniorsforum. eventbrite.ca.
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Check out these groups • Coquitlam 50+ (Glen Pine and Dogwood pavilions) slo-pitch ball club is looking for men age 55+ and women 50+ from the Tri-Cities. It is not necessary to have participated in organized ball in your past life, just have some knowledge of the game and an ability to make it around the bases. There are teams playing out of both Town Centre Park and Mundy Park, with practices and games on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, and the season starting as soon as weather permits (March or April). Info: Len, 604-941-0081 or lenraili@shaw.ca, or Barry, 604-936-8436 or the.langs@shaw.ca. • Share Family and Community Services’ free seniors (60+) is offering a free, weekly support group that meets for 90 minutes on Wednesday mornings at Poirier community centre, Coquitlam. No group experience necessary. Info & registration: Rhea, 604-937-6964. • Stroke Recovery Association of BC, Coquitlam branch at Dogwood Pavilion invites people recovering from stroke and their caregivers most Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. for speech therapy, exercise, indoor bocce, music, dance, games, speakers, outings, fun and friendship, 624 Poirier St. (enter off Winslow Avenue). Info: Margaret, 604-927-6093 or mhansen@coquitlam.ca. • Share is running a free seniors’ support group for people 60+ wanting to meet others and talk about things important to them. No group experience, no problem. Info and registration: Rhea, 604937-6964. • Dogwood Songsters meet every Monday, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Dogwood Pavilion; group also visits and entertains at seniors’ facilities weekly. If you love to sing, you can join. Info: 778-285-4873 or 604464-2252. • Silver Chord Choir, for those over 50, meets
Mondays, 3-5 p.m., Wilson Centre, PoCo; if you love to sing and have fun, you can join – no auditions. The choir, which has been going for 43 years, sings twice a month at seniors’ residences in the Tri-Cities and at other events. Info: Teresa, 604-9425144 or Ann, 604-464-5580. • Seniors meet every Friday, 12:30-2:30 p.m., to do fun group activities including physical fitness exercises, games, storytelling, local tours and recipe sharing. All women and men 50 or older are welcome at Share Family and Community Services’ Mountain View Family Resource Centre, 699 Robinson St., Coquitlam (corner of Smith Avenue and Robinson Street). Info: Gina, 604-937-6970. • The Alzheimer Society of BC has two active support groups in the Tri-Cities. One meets on the second Wednesday of each month, the other meets on the last Wednesday of each month. People who are interested in participating in a caregiver support group should call Dorothy Leclair at 604-298-0780. • Glen Pine 50Plus group plays bridge Mondays, 12:45-3:30 p.m., Tuesdays, 9:30-11:45 a.m. at Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-927-6940. • Caregiver support group meets second and fourth Friday of each month, Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: 604933-6098. • Monthly seniors luncheon with Jewish entertainment, Burquest Jewish Community Centre, 2680 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Coquitlam. Info: 604-5527221 or info@burquest.org. • Honeycombs, a group of people over 50 who entertain with song, dance and skits, meets Thursdays, 1 p.m., at Wilson Centre, PoCo. Performers plus prop, sound and stage hands needed. Info or show bookings: Frances, 604-941-1745.
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Canadian culture, computer coding and more BOOKS PLUS Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.
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• Learning Canadian culture: Sandra Martins will present a free workshop for people who are new to Canada dining at restaurants the Canadian way. Restaurant and dining etiquette runs on Monday, March 16, 10:30 a.m. to noon at the City Centre branch, Rooms 136 and 137. Participants will learn about: menus, tipping, table manners and restroom etiquette. To register, leave a message at 604-9374155 or contact SUCCESS at 604-468-6000 or cctricities@success.bc.ca. • Job search: Gillian Kirk of Avia Employment Services can help you, whether you are just starting out in the world of work or wanting to try a new career. At the City Centre branch (Room 136) on Tuesday, March 18 from 3 to 4:30 p.m., she’ll cover resumes and cover letters. • Drop-in computer class: On Wednesday, March 25 from 2 to 3 p.m., the City Centre branch’s computer lab will be the site of a drop-in session on your computer questions, including internet searching, email, eBooks, tablets, social media, etc.; you can also get help practising your skills. No registration required. For more information about any of these programs, visit www.library. coquitlam.bc.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.
Public Library this spring by picking up a handy copy of the calendar at the library, or look online in the Programs and Events section of the website (library.portmoody.ca). Sign up now for PMPL’s Author and Publishing Fair or get a head start on your spring veggies with the Urban Gardening program — you’ll find programs for all ages and interests at the library.
For more information, visit library.portmoody.ca or call 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.
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• English conversation group: If you are learning English and want to practise speaking with other people in a friendly, casual place, join Fox librarians for weekly guided discussions
about Canadian culture, food, current events and other topics. Meetings take place Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to noon and everyone is welcome. • Foundations English classes: Upgrade your reading, writing and vocabulary skills at Terry Fox Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 3:45 p.m. Registration is ongoing through Coquitlam Continuing Education. Call
604-936-4261 for more information. • Adult Learner Book Club: Make new friends, read interesting books and practise English in a fun environment at the library. Adults upgrading their reading skills or learning English are welcome to join on the second Friday of the month, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. The books discussed vary from ELSA level 2 to 5, according to the reading levels
BRIng CARDs, PLAY CARDs Bring a favourite card game to Coquitlam Public Library or learn a new one during the I Heart Card Games extravaganza on March 18 at the City Centre branch. The program will run from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. and there will be door prizes and snacks. No registration required. Info: email cmiller@coqlibrary.ca. and interests of the group. For more information, visit www.fvrl.bc.ca or the Fraser Valley Regional
Library Facebook page. Terry Fox Library is located 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. Phone 604-927-7999.
Why should the Tri-Cities vote yes? More west coast express serVIce An additional 10 new train cars and 1 new locomotive will offer more service during peak morning and evening hours and 3,000 more seats per day.
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• Family Code Camp: On March 17, kids can learn computer programming and create their own simple game. Children ages seven to nine years can register for the session, being held from 1 to 2:30 p.m.; children 10 to 12 years can register for a session from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Parent participation is required for this free program. Call 604469-4577 to register: space is limited • Movie Madness: Join PMPL librarians for Spring Break Movie Madness. The library will be showing popular family movies from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 18, 19 and 20 There is limited space in this drop-in program — first come, first served. Parents must remain with children under 10 years. • Library spring event and program calendar: Check out what’s happening at Port Moody
Together, these projects and many more meet the demands of an expected population growth of 1 million in the next 30 years, which would otherwise put unimaginable strain on an already overcrowded transportation network. Voting YES in the upcoming Transit and Transportation Referendum will reduce the costs of congestion by 33% and improve the quality of life for everyone – all for less than 35 cents a day per household. Vote YES for a faster commute, a stronger economy and a better environment.
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Ford an Expedition to elegance In The Cab: As you open the door, you are greeted by ambient lighting that can be customized with a selection of colors. The Platinum has Looks: leather seats, leather door A completely updated front trim and console accented The featured end aligns itself with the by wood inlays. The dash is Super-Duty and the new hand warped and stitched projector style F150. giving this cabin a very headlamps with I like the look of the grille, upscale look. LED fog lights made The front bucket seats are large and in charge. The the front end of the heated and cooled. The featured projector style second row folds flat along headlamps with LED fog Platinum Edition with the third row, which lights made the front end tester look like a drops at the touch of a of the Platinum Edition piece of jewelry. button. tester look like a piece of The command center jewelry! Ian Harwood controls everything from A raised power dome entertainment to climate. hood and nice bodylines certainly give Speaking of entertainment, the sound this Expedition some class. The power system is a Sony premium audio system retractable running boards are standard that features 12 speakers and 390 watts on this edition but I find they react too of power. slowly for me when the door is opened. Safety first: No doubt for some the boards would Front seat mounted side airbags, safety be a great addition while others might canopy system with three row-side curtain think of them being in the way. airbags and rollover sensor. Advance-Trac When you design a sport utility vehicle, with roll stability, tire pressure monitoring it is always tough to give the back end system, and trailer sway control are just some shape. As an engineer, you’re worsome of the standard features. ried about aerodynamics but in this case Roadworthy: the designers still managed to match The Expedition delivers on space, comthe back’s elegance to that of the front. fort and functionality while driving like The popular Ford Expedition gets a makeover this model year, bringing this 2015 version into a different class of elegance.
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a smaller SUV. Very little, if any, body roll. Steering is magnificent and easy, and responsive while changing lanes and finding a tight parking space. Verdict: The upgrade this vehicle has received raises the quality, safety, and comfort to a new level. Power: This vehicle comes standard with a twin turbo 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine that puts out 365 horsepower and 420 lb ft of torque. The transmission is a six-speed select shift. 4.10 gear ratio. Towing is made easy by the transmission tow/haul mode, which helps keep you from gaining too much speed when towing downhill. The engine maintains its power band while towing up a hill keeping the speed and momentum constant. Pump frequency: 1w6.2 / 11.8 L/100 km (city/highway) Warranty support: Basic, 4 years/80,000 km. Corrosion, 5 years/unlimited distance. Powertrain, 6 years/110,000 km. Safety restraint, 5 years/100,000 km. Roadside Assistance, 5 years/100,000 km. Sticker price: XLT $49,299, Limited $63,399, Platinum $65,399.
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The Nissan LEAF miraculously cut a journey in half this week. I’ll explain. I took the plug-in sedan on a 43-kilometre trip from Vancouver to Driveway HQ, on 152nd Street, in Surrey. When I set out, the screen display showed that I could drive emission-free for 146 kilometres. Now I could have taken off like an F1 supercar and street raced all the way, because electric power offers instant tire squealing torque if you press the pedal to the metal. But that’s not me. Spurred by my ecofriendly driving the previous day, the clever car had decided earlier in the day that I could do 156 kilometres on a full charge. Not boasting but that’s easily more than 20 kilometres better than the average driver can expect to achieve. Okay, maybe my head
is swelling. The big 1-4-6 winked at me. I threw the stick into ECO mode and with two flicks of the wrist pushed it into the enhanced B-mode, which puts the braking power regeneration into overdrive, so to speak. I glided silently down the road, picking up pace ever so gradually in the busy city traffic. Rolling down the hills to Marpole, I could feel the juice from the brakes topping up that battery. On the freeway, I hit the posted speed limit and 40 minutes later pulled into HQ. The display flashed 126. I had covered 43 klicks with the power required to move the car just 20! Such fun. Next week: More on the joy of driving electric.
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Boring and vanilla? Not this Lexus Toyota has suffered criticism in the past that must sting: some if its designs have been called boring or vanilla. Things are changing at Toyota, just look at the much more dynamic designs placed on the small Corolla or mid-sized Camry, still practical but much better looking. The same criticism was levelled at the Toyota luxury brand, Lexus. Here too, the designers have taken a dramatic shift in the way the cars look and feel. The RC coupe is an all-new category for Lexus and one they call “Sexy”. There was a retractable hardtop Lexus IS convertible that tried to double as a coupe but nothing can replace the real thing. This is a long, low, wide take on a coupe —a much better-looking car than that old IS. Looks: One area that Lexus has focused on is the front grille and aggressive stance of many of its latest vehicles. This grille is what Lexus calls a “spindle” grille, made to replicate a fabric spindle. Why, you
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ask? Well, the Toyoda family was in the fabric loom business before they started making military trucks and then cars. This is a fun tipof-the-hat to the origins of the business. On some cars it looks a bit forced, on this RC it certainly looks well integrated and sleek. What are hard to see are two pin-lights embedded in the grille that act as driving lights. The back has cheese-grater looking faux vents behind the rear wheels that serve no func-
tion and look a bit busy. The FC is sold as a rear wheel drive (RWD) model or all wheel drive (AWD) plus it is sold with Lexus F Sport trim packages that enhance the wheels and add extra go-fast looking trim pieces. The car seen here is the 350 AWD without F Sport. Inside: Lexus continues the overhaul inside the RC cabin. The dash really looks and feels cockpit-like, with a high centre console and sporty looking trim. There is a new touch pad between the front seats that lets the driver scroll around the centre screen just as one would on a laptop. To enter a setting, the driver pushed the
track pad, all very intuitive. The F Sport models get a special centre speedometer cluster that has the single dial move to one side for quick reference information. The non- F Sport models get a small screen to use instead. The seats are nicely sculpted and trimmed in leather, plus the back seats are roomy enough for adults if the front seats are moved slightly forward, children will fit easily. What is impressive is the use of soft-touch materials and a level of finish and that should be experienced firsthand. Drive: Most Canadians will gravitate towards the RWD RC 350 not just
because of the added traction but also because of the lower starting price. It’s odd that the RWD car starts at $57,650, where the AWD starts at $54,600. The RWD F Sport car is a more performance-oriented with an 8-speed automatic transmission and adaptive front and rear suspension and allwheel steering system; the AWD gets a 6-speed auto and a passive shock system. Both use the same 3.5L V6 engine with 307hp. The AWD car seams to be set up as a touring car, not getting away from the Lexus roots planted firmly in the luxury camp. It would be a good idea to try the more dynamic F Sport
The Lowdown
Power: 3.5L V6 with 307 hp Fill-up: 12.6L/9.1L/100km (city/highway) Sticker price: $54,600 model back-to-back with the AWD to see if the softer model is to your tastes. The power from the engine can be rather fun but the driver needs to really kick the throttle to wake the car from its luxury slumber, this also is the only time the engine sounds particularly exciting. Verdict: Lexus has built a strong following because of the high quality, bulletproof reliability the brand offers, with an ever-present luxury
feel. The F Sport models offer a more aggressive design and improved onroad dynamics. With an eye on making the brand more exciting, the designers did a fine job inside and out. The AWD model doesn’t stray too far from the traditional Lexus formula or producing comfortable and luxurious transportation, this time in a much more stylish wrap. zack.spencer @drivewaybc.ca
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Dogwood Pavilion
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Infiniti’s Albaisa designs for a stylish life It would have been no great surprise if car designer Alfonso Albaisa had become a designer of stationary objects – buildings! The Infiniti executive design director fell in love with design as a young boy living in Miami. As he recalls his childhood, he mentions that this wasn’t the beach part of Miami that might come to mind when we think of the city. Albaisa’s father was an architect and so, as a youngster, the budding designer spent a lot of time at the office. “I remember this as if it was yesterday, that the shadows would move on the streets and I’d sit in the entrance of my dad’s office playing with the little buildings and models.” Then one day, sitting on the steps of his father’s office, fate changed his life’s ambitions changed. It was then that he heard and saw it for the first time. “One day, I was seven or eight, I heard a rumbling and it pulled into the office,” Albaisa explains. “It was an E-Type Jag convertible. And that really changed it for me… It was just so beautiful. Because this was the early ’70s. Miami wasn’t Justin Bieber going down the street in a Lamborghini. You never saw these kinds of cars, so it was shocking for me, that a car could be so beautiful… And then I started drawing cars.” From then on, he knew that designing vehicles would be in his future.
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Then again, that wasn’t without exploration into other mediums of design. Albaisa says, “Life takes its course and I really got into art also, so I studies art in the beginning.” He holds a degree from Pratt Institute in New York and he attended the Center for Creative Studies in Detroit. While still in school, Albaisa was hired by Nissan Motor Corp Inc. even before he graduated and hasn’t looked back. He has been with the company more than 25 years. “Every day is different in this company,” he explains. “My first two or three years in the group, I worked on the J30. And I did a yacht, I was designing TaylorMade golf clubs and I played beach volleyball competitively, so I had this crazy life.” He designed furniture on the side, as well. “As an artist, change causes change and changes your mind,” he states.
His roles over the years have evolved, too. Albaisa joined the Nissan Design team in San Diego in 1988. From 1997, he held a number of senior design positions within Nissan leading up to his appointment as design director, Nissan Design America, in 2004. In 2007, he was appointed vice president of Nissan Design Europe and in 2011 returned to the U.S. as vice president, Nissan Design America. In 2012, Albaisa was named design director of Nissan global Design, Nissan brand passenger cars, including Zero Emission Vehicles. That’s his current role as we’re sitting in the rear of the spacious Q70L sedan at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto. (Albaisa will be sending the Infiniti Q80 Inspiration concept to the Vancouver International Auto Show) Albaisa will be sending the Infiniti Q80 Inspiration concept to the Vancouver International Auto Show. Perhaps it’s an unconventional setting for an
interview, but then again, he’s not a particularly conventional individual! – And it’s a quiet haven from the bustle of the exterior commotion. Though he’s a veteran in his role, he tells me, “It’s quite a difficult job. You’re constantly an ambassador for the dreams of your people.” He adds, “Ideas are not demonstrable. You’re always worried that the call is going to come before the idea is ready to be shown. This is probably the only thing that really worries me. I have a lot of really talented people and I want to keep there.” Aside from the same emotions that we all feel concerning our respective roles at our workplace, he embraces the changes, the ups and downs and the notion to create brand unification through the sketches on a notepad. When it comes to describing his role, Albaisa remarks, “I still feel like I just started.” alexandra.straub @drivewaybc.ca
On display will be a variety of works from Dogwood members including paintings, carvings, turned wood creations, toys, jewelry, intricate quilts and more! Meet the people behind such marvels and see if you may be interested in joining.
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Langley’s Varsity features the finest benefits of city living When it comes to location, Varsity is at the top of its class. In the heart of Langley, it puts homeowners in the perfect spot to enjoy all the Lower Mainland has to offer. The collection of oneand two-bedroom homes offers a balance between excitement and relaxation with its close proximity to both urban conveniences and natural settings, including protected green space. “The benefits of the surrounding neighbourhood would be the proximity to all things desired and necessary, including shopping, dining, schools like TWU and Kwantlen College, a gym, library, sports centre, golf course, medical facilities and access to lawyers,” says Sandy Pastorek of
RE/MAX results realty. Varsity also has a Walk-Score of 77 – a system used to reflect how easy it is to get around without a car, between 0 and 100. Pastorek says this score is exceptionally high, especially for the Valley. Building ‘C’ is move-in ready and offers one-bedrooms from $149,900 and twobedroom or two- bedroom and guest homes from 840 square feet to 1,090 square feet starting at $249,900. Building ‘D’ is well underway, with an estimated completion time of late August to early September. “Upon entering a Varsity home, visitors are always struck by the superior features and finishings, from the sweeping open floor plans to the nine-foot ceilings and everything
in between,” says Pastorek. “Varsity meets the requirements of even the most discerning buyers, which would include gas ranges, a gas hook-up on each deck for a barbecue, a stainless steel appliance package, granite and marble counter-tops and granite window sills - a signature of the developer, RKDI.” The home also features soft-close cabinetry, motion sensor lighting under the bathroom cabinets, rain screen technology design for the building exterior that controls rain penetration and plenty of other exceptional features that contribute to gracious city living. The Sales Centre is located at 20068 Fraser Hwy in Langley. For more information, go online liveatvarsity.com
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There is no place like home. Which is why for the past six years, The Greater Vancouver Builders’ Association (GVHBA) has recognized those who help turn four walls into so much more for homeowners. The Ovation Awards honour excellence in the renovation, design and construction of new single-family and multi-family homes across Metro Vancouver. During the recent event on top of the Pinnacle Vancouver Harbourfront Hotel, the 2015 finalists were announced, and with entries up 77% over last year, being named a finalist represents a major accomplishment. According to GVHBA’s CEO of Bob de Wit, building and renovating homes today has become highly technical. “With continued changes to the building bylaws and technological advancements, building homes is like a science. It is to your advantage to work with award-winning, certified professionals.” The Ovation Awards reflect the changing nature of the industry with the addition of a new category this year - Excellence in Technological Innovation in Residential Construction. “We felt it was important to acknowledge advancements to technology within the industry. Moisture barriers, window construction and heating systems, for example, are critical elements to building quality homes,” says De Wit. “Recognizing advancements ensures the awards are relevant and meaningful to all members’ businesses and homeowners.” Some of the finalists for the 2015 Ovation Awards (by category and location of Builder/ Renovator) include: ◼ CUSTOM HOME BUILDER OF THE YEAR: Clay Construction Inc., Langley, BC
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◼ BEST CUSTOM HOME: UNDER $750,000: Infiniti Pacific Custom Homes Ltd. for Capitol Hill Contemporary, Burnaby BC with Associate: Monarch Floor and Window Coverings, Burnaby, BC Tavan Developments Ltd. for Point Grey Class, Vancouver, BC Naikoon Contracting Ltd. for Midori Uchi, North Vancouver, BC with Associate: Twenty One Two Design Vancouver, B.C ◼ BEST SPECIAL FEATURE: NEW OR RENOVATED: Infiniti Pacific Custom Homes Ltd. for Open Air Atrium, Burnaby BC with Associate: Monarch Floor and Window Coverings, Burnaby, BC Tavan Developments Ltd. for South Granville Estate Wine Wall, Vancouver, BC Naikoon Contracting Ltd. for Rammed Earth Wall, North Vancouver, BC ◼ EXCELLENCE IN TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION IN RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION (new category) Graytek Solutions Ltd. for The Mayfair, Graytek Solutions Ltd. with Associates: Teragon Developments & Construction Inc., Vancouver, BC My House Design/Build Team Ltd. for Silver Lining, Surrey, BC with Associate: Connected Spaces, North Vancouver Centra Windows for Parc Riviera Langley, BC Vancouver ICF for Central Lonsdale Modern, Delta BC For a full list of nominees, visit ovationawards.ca. In addition to the rigorous panel of award-winning judges, the public can also vote in the popular People’s Choice Award category. The 2015 Ovation Award winners will be announced at the Awards Gala on Saturday, April 25 at the Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown, 1128 West Hastings Street. For the sixth year in a row, FortisBC is the presenting sponsor. Patron sponsor is once again the Provincial Homeowner Protection Office, Branch of BC Housing. The platinum sponsors are Casesarstone Canada and Shaw TV.
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2 storey bsmt home of almost 3000 sqft, on great street w/Southern exposure and views! Features open layout, hardwood floors, kitchen w/newer stainless appliances, full bsmt w/sep entrance, massive deck looking over your large 8100 sqft lot w/garden perfect for the green thumb!
WE SOLD OVER 100 HOMES IN 2014
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Dave and John EACH qualified in 2014: Top 10% Sales REBGV 2014 - Medallion Club Top 1% Sales REBGV 2014 - President's Club Top 50 REALTORS® Sales REBGV 2014
284,000
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MLS#V1091995
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SHERWOOD PARK BEAUTY #39-21801 Dewdney Trunk Rd., M.R.
Too new for MLS#. Quiet location at back of complex w/ big back yard & oversize wood patio! Super West side location backing on park & close to schools. Shows great & best price in the development. Be first to view!
8-11848 Laity St, Maple Ridge
Updated Westside townhome in small, adult oriented 45 + complex. End unit features house sized living room and dining areas, granite counters and undermount sink in kitchen, gas f/p, big Mbdrm w/ WI closet and ensuite w/ soaker tub, fully fenced, private backyard. A must see!
MLS#V1105169
569,900
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UPLANDS IN MAPLE CREST 10718 247A St. Maple Ridge
Wow! Impressive 2 storey with full unfinished basement on quiet low traffic street. X-LARGE FENCED BACK YARD! 3 bedrooms + family rm up. Vaulted ceilings & extra windows make this plan bright. Approx 3400 sq. ft. total. Priced right so HURRY!!
339,000
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MLS# F1427147
CAPE COD IN MISSION! 32144 Bluebird Crt, Mission
On quiet cul-de-sac in great Mission neighborhood. At almost 2000 sqft, features 3 bdrms, 2 full bath, real hardwood flooring, sunken family room, 2 gas fireplaces, oak kitchen, main bath fully renovated. Extra large single car garage w/room for a workshop and attached heated 19x18 workshop.
PRICE REDUCED
424,900
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MLS#F1432224
SUNNY SOUTHERN VIEWS 33878 Cherry Ave., Mission
IMMACULATE CONDITION! Rancher style home with full walk-out basement on back sloping view lot. Main with 9' ceilings, open kitchen & shows like new. Authorized 2 bdrm suite down. Fenced yard with patio. It's a goodie!
404,900
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MLS# V1105173
WEST SIDE!
21178 - 119th Ave., Maple Ridge
Large 5 bedroom, 2 bath home on big lot on quiet street, within walking distance to schools, shopping and transit. Open layout, big family rm, 3 bdrms up, 2 bdrms and rec rm down. Big kitchen with lots of cabinets and granite tile counters. Big, south facing backyard. Be quick!
MLS#V1103787
449,000
514,950
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CEDAR VALLEY!
LIKE NEW, BUT IMPROVED 10792 Erskine St., Maple Ridge
Just 4 years young with balance New Home Warranty. Now features custom millwork & awesome finished bsmt with scraped wood laminate flooring & feature walls in real brick. Bigger fenced yard than most with lane access. A winner!
32563 Carter Ave., Mission
Great family home with all the bells and whistles in the Cedar Valley area! on a no-thru street. Features over 2800 sqft, 6 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and room for the in-laws downstairs! Great finishings include jetted soaker tub, granite counters, ceramic tiles, laminate floors, stainless appliances.
MLS#V1103357
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417,900
5 BEDROOM 4 BATH 10231 244 St., Maple Ridge
Two storey + fully finished basement on wide street corner lot with green views and lots of parking! Previous owners had 2 bed suite, and everything is available to put it back in. Easy 2nd kitchen. Fenced back yard w/ lane access.
318,900
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MLS#V1108267
SILVER VALLEY
#68 13819 232nd St., Maple Ridge
Gorgeous townhome, almost 1400 sqft in Silver Valley. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, chef’s kitchen w/ granite counters, tile backsplash, stainless appliances and huge island! Laminate floors, massive double tandem garage with extra room for storage! SILVER VALLEY!!
NEW LISTING!
459,900
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MLS#V1086575
SUITE & REAR LANE ACCESS 11591 240 St., Maple Ridge
Everything you need! Twin Brooks- just 10 years young & turn key condition. Perfect 1 bed suite w/ separate access. Large deck overlooks long back yard w/ tons of parking & rear lane access. Double garage makes great “Man Cave”. Must see!
MLS#V1107329
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269,900
NEW LISTING
38-11355 236th St., Maple Ridge
Beautifully upgraded townhome in Robertson Ridge, close to everything and only a minute from Kanaka Creek Elementary! Features 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths. Upgrades include newer laminate flooring, light fixtures, upgraded kitchen cabinets, newer carpeting, stainless appliances. Be quick!
MLS#V1098253
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249,900
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649,900
MLS# V1087494
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287,000
WEST WING
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PRICE JUST REDUCED! Gorgeous & large penthouse suite – feels like a house! Own both top west corners, as this unit tops the entire west end of the building. Faces North and South- w/ a balcony on each side. CALL 604-612-0080 during open house for access.
Incredible home with amazing SW views and gorgeous finishings on quiet cul-de-sac. Features far too much to list! Custom floor plan to maximize space, boasts views from every level. Almost 3900 sqft! Maple hardwood floors, expansive kitchen, jetted soaker tub, central A/C, massive rec room. The best of the best!!
INVESTOR ALERT! 2 bedroom house on 5450 sqft lot priced to sell! Formerly rented at $1200/mo. Best price in this popular neighbourhood and excellent opportunity to build sweat equity! Close to schools and town.
#315-1966 Coquitlam Ave., PoCo
35548 Cathedral Crt, Abbotsford
SELL YOUR HOME FOR When you hire John and Dave to represent you in the sale of your home, you can be confident knowing the job will be handled skillfully and professionally by two of the top-selling REALTORS® in all of Greater Vancouver. In 2014, both John and Dave were ranked in the top 1% of REALTORS®, and within the top 50 REALTORS® overall, by the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver - out of several thousand REALTORS®. With a combined 29 years' experience and, nearing 1000 combined career sales, John and Dave have the experience that is your key to achieving the best possible results in today’s real estate market. Our success is not an accident. Put our experience to work for you!
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MLS# F1433592
21563 121 Ave., Maple Ridge
MLS#V1109690
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479,900
NEW LISTING
11914 212th St., Maple Ridge
NOTHING TO DO HERE but move in and enjoy! Westside, 5 bdrm home on big lot, fully renovated with room for everyone - including the in-laws! At approximately 2200 sq ft, features GORGEOUS NEW KITCHEN, laminate floors, fully renovated main bath. Single garage or workshop. Covered deck, totally level yard. BE QUICK!!
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Selling your home with Dave and John may mean more money in your pocket when all is said and done. For homes selling under $600,000, our commission rate is a flat fee of $6950 (+ GST). (*) For homes selling over $600,000, our commission structure is 1% of the sale price + $950 (+ GST). Though not all commission rates are the same, this usually equates to thousands of dollars in savings compared to rates charged by many of our competitors (often 7% on 1st $100,000 and 2.5% on balance). We firmly believe that we offer the best value proposition available in the local market today. It’s your hard earned equity - keep more of it!
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There is a good reason that you routinely see our SOLD signs throughout Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, Port Moody, Mission, and Abbotsford. WE GET RESULTS. How? The answer is simple. We have the knowledge and experience to give reliable advice, and to get the job done. We offer among the very best marketing around - MLS® exposure, all the top websites, including REALTOR.ca, professional photos and virtual tours, extensive high impact internet and print marketing - and we are proven top notch negotiators. We leave nothing to chance. We know an attractive price is nothing without a solid product. The advantage we offer is more than just talk. We deliver!
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This is your chance to check out the newly released homes in Orchid Building Two. Orchid’s carefully crafted layouts showcase urban contemporary design inside and out with everything you love at your doorstep. Orchid is just steps from the river, adjacent to the Traboulay PoCo Trail and a 5-minute walk from the West Coast Express. On-site amenities include 3 fitness rooms, a yoga studio, sauna, theatre room, pet washing room and a bicycle workshop... to name just a few.
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• Treetops at its best!! 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom townhome • Designer paint, new flooring, stainless appliances • New roof in 2012, exterior paint & gutters • Indoor pool, sauna, exercise & party rooms • Close to Newport, recreation & Evergreen line
1362 Glenbrook Street, Coquitlam
$1,599,900
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$1,299,000 • Spectacular Panoramic Water Views!!! • Unique custom built, 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home • Views from every window and deck on all levels • Situated on a very private 1.03 acre lot • Bonus triple garage, views will take your breath away
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• Exquisite 6 bedroom, 7 bathroom, custom built family home • Granite & quartz, maple cabinetry, SS appliances • Wok kitchen, butlers pantry, open floor plan, 4 fireplaces • Radiant heat, AC, hardwood, slate, media & rec rooms • 2 bedroom suite, decks, patio, Burke Mountain on greenbelt
• Gorgeous custom built home located on greenbelt • Gourmet kitchen, 4 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms • Large crown moulding, tray ceilings, transom windows • Double garage and also separate single garage • Close to schools, parks, lakes & Burrard Inlet
Pre-Build Sales Opportunities – Early Bird incentives available. Breaking ground this March at 606 Chapman Avenue. 4500 square foot 3 storey homes, 6200 square foot lots, air conditioned, engineered hardwood flooring, quality materials throughout. Legal suite or basement finished to your needs and specifications. Close to everything! Evergreen line, SFU, Toll Free Freeway access, Shopping, Parks, Trails and so much more! Barnet Hwy. to Burnaby >
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• Tri-Cities Parkinson’s Support Group meets, 10 a.m.-noon, Eagle Ridge United Church, 2813 Glen Dr., Coquitlam. Info: 604931-7751.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19 • City of the Arts Toastmasters, dedicated to improving leadership and public speaking skills, meets, 5:30-7 p.m., Port Moody city hall, 100 Newport Dr. Info: Mike, cityofthearts@icloud.com or cityofthearts.toastmastersclubs.org. • Burke Mountain’s neighbourhood community association, North East Coquitlam Ratepayers, meet at Victoria Hall, 3435 Victoria Dr., Coquitlam, 7 p.m. Info: 604-945-9055.
FRIDAY, MARCH 20 • Tri-City Singles Social Club, which offers an opportunity for 50+ singles to get together and enjoy a variety of fun activities such as dining, dancing, theatre, travel, movies and more, meets at 7:30 p.m. at Legion Manor, 2909 Hope St., Port Moody (street parking only). New members are welcome. Directions & info: Darline, 604-466-0017. • Circle of Friends, a social group for 50+ fun singles who are looking to meet new friends and participate in social events, meets to plan events at 7 p.m. at the PoCo Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St. Info: Heather, 604-464-0236.
SATURDAY, MARCH 21 • University Women’s Club meets, 1 p.m., Coquitlam Public Library, Poirier branch. Speaker: Drake Stephens, wildlife management co-ordinator with the city of Coquitlam, will give tips on how to co-exist with wildlife in our community. Info: Penny, 604-469-9309.
MARCH 17: GARDEN PARTIES
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• PoCo Garden Club meeting, 7 p.m., Trinity United Church, 2211 Prairie Ave., PoCo. Speaker: Thomas Hobbs, an internationally known impresario of garden and floral design, on “Dreaming Big,” creating a 20-acre garden in Langley. Admission: $10 at the door (for an additional $10, receive a one-year membership to PoCo Garden Club). Info: 604-945-0906. • Dogwood Garden Club meets, 7 p.m., in the Centennial Room at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Speaker: Laurelle Oldford Down on garden design. Info: Margaret, 604-931-3433 or margaret.manery@gmail.com.
Besides emailing information on your community events to newsroom@tricitynews.com for The Tri-City News’ printed Community Calendar, you can also add your non-profit Tri-Cities community events — for free, with no registration required — to The Tri-City News’ online calendar. To get started, just go to www. tricitynews.com/calendar/submit.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 • Access Youth Outreach Services Society AGM, 6-9 p.m., PoCo Inn and Suites, 1545 Lougheed Hwy., PoCo. RSVP: admin@accessyouth.org. • Centennial Stamp Club hosts small stamp auction; stamp swap and shop at 7 p.m., presentation of “T” stamps/topics after 8 p.m., McGee Room, Poirier community centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca or 604-941-9306.
THURSDAY, MARCH 26 • Caregiver Support Meeting, 10-11:30 a.m., Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Pine Crt., Coquitlam. All caregivers are welcome to attend. Info: Karen, 778789-1496. • City of the Arts Toastmasters, dedicated to improving leadership and public speaking skills, meets, 5:30-7 p.m., Port Moody city hall, 100 Newport Dr. Info: Mike, cityofthearts@icloud.com or cityofthearts.toastmastersclubs.org. • An Evening at the Museum with Kucki Low, 7 p.m., Heritage at Leigh Square, 150-2248 McAllister Ave., PoCo. Low will speak about “The Inspirational Life of South Africa’s First Female Airline Pilot.” Info: www.kuckilow. com.
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SUNDAY, MARCH 22 • Riverview Horticultural Centre Society first guided tree tour of 2015 on Riverview Hospital, leaving at 1 p.m. from the upper entrance of the Henry Esson Young Building; tour will be led by a qualified arborist. Site map at www. rhcs.org. Info: 604-2909910.
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• Caregiver Support Meeting, 10-11:30 a.m., Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. All caregivers are welcome to attend. Info: Karen, 778789-1496. • Tri-City Community Seniors’ Forum, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; provincial, federal MLAs plus local mayors will talk about seniors
issues; keynote speaker is B.C. Isobel Mackenzie, B.C.’s seniors’ advocate. Event is free but registration required by March 17 at seniorsforum.eventbrite. ca.
SUPPORT GROUPS • Al-Anon, a fellowship of friends and family of alcoholics who come together to share their experience, strength and hope, meets on Mondays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Women’s Resource Centre, 2420 Mary Hill Rd., PoCo. Info: Elaine with Al-Anon Central Services Society, 604-688-1716. • GriefShare is a support group for people who have lost a spouse, child, family member or friend through death. This 13-week, Christ-centred, biblically based support group meets every Thursday, Jan. 15April 9, 7-9 p.m., Riverside Community Church, 1477 Lougheed Hwy., PoCo. Each session has a video presentation followed by small group discussion and you can attend at anytime. Info: 604-472-9988. • Alateen meetings, 8-9 p.m. on Wednesdays, St. Andrews United Church, 2318 St. Johns St., Port Moody, for teenagers whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking; meetings are anonymous and confidential, and closed to the general public. Info: 604-688-1716 or www.bcyukon-al-anon.org. • TOPS chapters meet weekly at numerous Tri-City locations. For information on group near you: Gail, 604-941-2907. • The Compassionate Friends, Coquitlam Chapter meets on the third Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m., Como Lake United church (entrance at 1110 King Albert St., Coquitlam). The Compassionate Friends is an international, non-profit,
non-denominational, selfhelp organization offering friendship, understanding, grief education and hope for the future to all families who have experienced the death of a child at any age, from any cause. Info: Jocelyn, 604-941-9196 or Norah, 604-941-5464, coquitlam@tcfcanada.net. • Al-Anon Family Group meets at 1 p.m. Mondays, 8 p.m. Wednesdays and noon Saturdays at Como Lake United church, 535 Marmont Ave. Coquitlam. Info: 604-688-1716. • Port Moody Alanon Family Group open meeting, Wednesdays, 8 p.m., St. Andrews Church, 2318 St. Johns St., Port Moody. Info: 604-461-6991. • Al-Anon Adult Children meets at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1504 Sprice Ave. (at Schoolhouse), Coquitlam. • Fibromyalgia support group meets, 1-3 p.m., on the fourth Thursday of each month (except December) at Coquitlam Public Library, Poirier branch, 575 Poirier St. Education and support for adults who are living with this chronic illness. Info: Julie, 604-936-6027. • Irritable bowel syndrome support group meets monthly in PoMo to exchange information, to offer one another support, and to share experiences and coping strategies. Info: 604-875-4875 or www. badgut.org. • Recovery International is a self-help, peer-to-peer support meeting for people who struggle with stress, fear, anger, depression, anxiety, panic and nervous symptoms. The goal is to help reduce symptoms by practising cognitive behaviour techniques. There is a group in PoCo. Info: Phyllis, 604-931-5945 or www. recoverycanada.ca. • Have you experienced the death of a loved one and found yourself struggling? Gathering with others who have also experienced a loss is known
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• Main 2022 Sq. ft. living and dining area, adjoining open kitchen. Large covered patio (17X11) area off kitchen. • Master bedroom suite features a 5 piece ensuite and walk-in-closet. • 2 bdrms on main floor. Laundry is on the same level as the bedrooms. • Lower level 1297 sq. ft. with guest room, ensuite and 5th bdrm, 35x16 rec room with a full bthrm. • Triple car garage. Home is beautiful, 9 foot ceiling throughout.
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• Gorgeous Grant Hill Estates home • Phenomenal views of the Golden Ears Mountain and Fraser Valley. • Open floor plan • The main floor with a large walk-in closet and en-suite • Walk-out basement • Outdoor fireplace on the main floor deck • 3 bedrooms upstairs • large basement with a potential of a legal rental or 2 bedroom suite.
7:30 p.m., McGee Room, Poirier rec centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: 604-523-1072. • Coquitlam Women’s Transition House is an emergency shelter for physically and/or emotionally abused women and their children. Info: 604464-2020. • 12-Step meetings for individuals struggling with relationships, dysfunctional behaviours or substance abuse. 12 Steps are used in a Christian context, Wednesday or Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m. Info: 604-942-7711. • Irritable Bowel Syndrome Support Group meets first Tuesday of each month at Eagle Ridge Hospital at 7:30 p.m. Info: 604-875-4875.
VOLUNTEERS
• Volunteer drivers needed for Share Family and Community Services’ Better at Home program to give seniors rides to doctors’ appointments. Drivers must be 21 or older, have a reliable vehicle, insurance and driver’s licence, and be willing to undergo a criminal record check and commit for a minimum of three months (up to six trips a month). Reimbursement for mileage is available. Info: Paola, 604-937-6991 or paola.wakeford-mejia@ sharesociety.ca. • Volunteers wanted for all positions at Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary thrift shop, located at 2811B Shaughnessy St., PoCo; applications available at the store during open hours, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursdays; noon-3 p.m. Sundays. • Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland is looking for volunteer tutors for Study Buddy program, which gives young girls the educational support they need by matching them in a one-to-one tutoring relationship. To be a Study Buddy volunteer, you must be female, age 19 or older, have a high school diploma, some post-secondary education (completed or in-process), and some experience helping others learn. Study Buddies spend one hour a week tutoring a Little Sister for a minimum of six months. Info: 604-873-4525 Ext. 300 or info@bigsisters. bc.ca.
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to be one of the most helpful ways of coping with grief. Sharing your story is important to healthy healing. Crossroads Hospice Society is running closed grief support groups. Registration: call Castine, 604-949-2274. • Crossroads Hospice Society hosts a free walking group for the bereaved, Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Group meets at Crossroads Labyrinth Healing Garden in Pioneer Memorial Park at Ioco Rd. and Heritage Mountain Blvd. Hospice volunteers will be present on the free walk through Rocky Point Park or Orchard Park. Newcomers can register by calling Castine at 604-9492274. • Christian 12-step group for people with alcohol, drug, and gambling addictions meets at 7:15 p.m. every Monday Coquitlam Presbyterian Church, 948 Como Lake Ave., Coquitlam. Info: 604-939-6136 or www.hiscpc.org. • Coquitlam Support Group: Change, Crisis to Creativity meets Thursday evenings. Group meets twice a month to support one another through major changes, including unemployment, family crisis, death, illness, separation/ divorce, empty nest, retirement, etc., and working towards positive, creative lifestyle. Info: Mara, 604931-7070. • Fibromyalgia support group meets every fourth Thursday of each month at Dogwood Pavilion, 1 to 3 p.m., except December. Info: Joan, 604-944-2506. • Dogwood White Cane Club meets every Thursday from September to June, 12:30-2:30 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion. Those who are legally blind (registered with the CNIB) are welcome. • CancerConnection peer volunteers offer one-to-one information and emotional support to people living with cancer. Info: 1-888939-3333. • Tri-Cities Caregiver Network gives caregivers
a safe place to express and deal with their emotions and concerns. Group discussions, speakers and films are part of the program. Meet every 2nd and 4th Friday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. • DivorceCare is a special weekly seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Coquitlam Alliance church, corner of Mariner and Spuraway, Coquitlam. Seminar sessions include “Facing my Anger,” “Facing my Loneliness,” “Depression,” “Forgiveness” and “New Relationships.” Info: 604464-6744. • TRICEPS, Tri-Cities Early Psychosis Support meets the second Wednesday of each month, 7-9 p.m., at Eagle Ridge Hospital (Parklane Room), PoMo. TRICEPS is a nonprofit support group providing education and support to parents, spouses and siblings whose family member has recently been diagnosed with psychosis. • Women in Mid-life Self-help Group meets first and third Wednesdays of each month, Mountain View elementary school, Coquitlam. Info: Lynne, 604-937-3946. • Coquitlam Prostate Cancer Support and Awareness Group meets the first Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m., Pinetree community centre. Info: 604-936-2632. • PoCo Stroke Recovery Branch would like to welcome new members; meetings are held Mondays, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Wilson Centre, PoCo. There is opportunity for speech maintenance, meeting others that have gone through the similar situation and light exercises or bocce. Info: Deanna, 604-9422334. • LifeRing Secular Recovery support group is being established in Coquitlam. Info: 604-3771364; lifering@shaw.ca, www.unhooked.com, www. lifering.com. • Food Addicts Anonymous meets Mondays, 7:30 p.m., Room 338, Columbia Tower, Royal Columbia Hospital, New Westminster. Info: Michael, 604-930-8338 or www.foodaddictsanonymous.org. • B.C. Schizophrenia Society meets the second Monday of each month,
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The Terry Fox Ravens made a statement in the opening round of the boys AAAA High School Basketball Championships on Wednesday, posting the most lopsided score of the tournament so far. The Port Coquitlam club dominated from the tipoff to the final buzzer, defeating the David Thompson secondary Trojans by a score of 100-37. Jomari Reyes led the Ravens in scoring, putting up 17 points in the match, while teammate Mike West was also strong on offence with 14 points. Meanwhile, Gabriel Laza, Liam Hancock and Scott Barker posted 10 points each. The team got off to a strong start, putting up 35 points in the first quarter and leading 56-18 at the half. Terry Fox didn’t take their foot off the gas in the later quarters, outscoring the opponents in the final two quarters 44-19. The club was also strong on defence, forcing 25 turnovers in the game, and seemed to be able to score by committee, getting 43 points from he bench. With the win, the club was expected to play Oak Bay secondary Thursday evening, after The Tri-City News deadline.
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Meanwhile, Port Moody’s Heritage Woods Kodiaks did not fare quite as well as their fellow Tri-City squad in the opening round of the provincial championship. Despite getting 19 points out of Jacob McMahon, the team fell to the Sir Winston Churchill secondary Bull Dogs of Vancouver. The game was close for most of the first half, with the Kodiaks going up 20-18 after the first 15 minutes. But the Bulldogs kept up the pressure, re-taking the lead in the second quarter and then shutting down Heritage Woods’ offence in the middle part of the game. A strong push from the Port Moody team in the final quarter was not enough to even the score, and the Kodiaks fell 72-54. The Kodiaks were expected to take on West Vancouver Thursday afternoon. For up to date results, go to www.tricitynews.com or visit www.bchighschoolbasketballchampionships.com for a complete schedule.
AAA PLAY
The Dr. Charles Best secondary Blue Devils lost a close one to the R.A. McMath secondary team in the boys AAA High School Basketball Provincials on Wednesday afternoon. The game was a backand-forth affair, but in the end the Blue Devils came up short, falling 73-70 in the tightly-played match. Best was scheduled to play Windsor secondary Wednesday afternoon.
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Jacob McMahon scored 19 points for the Heritage Woods Kodiaks in a 72-54 loss to the Sir Winston Churchill secondary Bulldogs at the boys AAAA B.C. High School Provincial Championship in Langley on Wednesday. The club was set to play West Vancouver Thursday afternoon after The Tri-City News’ deadline.
The EH Team rolled a lucky 7 last weekend, going 7-0 to win the Best of the West Lacrosse Tournament in Las Vegas. The junior varsity squad, with players from multiple associations around the lower mainland, dominated their opponents from Arizona, California and Utah by an impressive 45-5 margin over the four game round robin play. These were the first games together for the 18-player roster — made up of players from Langley, Surrey, New Westminster, Port Coquitlam and Coquitlam — and their play improved throughout the tourney, with stalwart defense, quick ball movement and a collective team offensive effort. Sunday’s bracket play saw the EH Team victorious in their first two games vs Utah and Nevada teams to put them in the final against a Canadian opponent, another undefeated squad, Vimy from Edmonton. The final proved to be a physical game with EH prevailing thanks to a gritty defensive effort that stymied Vimy’s offence and thwarted their opponent’s midfield transition. And quick feet, ball control and opportunistic play provided ample scoring power in a 10-6 win. sports@tricitynews.com
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Curlers grab medals A handful of Tri-City athletes took home medals at the 2015 Tim Hortons BC Juvenile Curling Championship last week. Skip Matthew McCrady and his team of Zac Curtis, Liam Purgavie and Jacob Umbach, who is from Coquitlam, defeated team Horvath in the final 5-4. The girls’ event was won by Team Drexel who went undefeated throughout the event. That team features several Tri-City athletes and is made up of skip Heather Drexel, third Sarah Loken, second Bailey Burke, lead Catera park and fifth Kylie Karroway. Team Drexel defeated Prince George’s team Withey in the final 8-2
SPEED SKATING
Port Coquitlam skater Jessie Lee took home silver in the T2T Female 14 division at the B.C. Short Track Championships in Vanderhoof this week. She was not the only local athlete to get on the podium at the event. Sherilyn Chung, also of Port Coquitlam, took silver in the Female 12 division, while Samantha Spencer took iron and Ainsley Spencer took sixth place. Steven Lim, another PoCo skater, grabbed bronze in the Male 15 division, while Ciaran Scott also won first place in the Male 14 division.
MIDGET A3
Coquitlam’s Midget A3 hockey team will be heading to Dawson Creek for the BC Provincial Hockey Championship after five straight wins in the playoffs. Coquitlam will meet the team from the Sunshine Coast in the first game of the championships. They
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The city of Port Coquitlam is inviting residents to sign up for spring inline hockey programs at the Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex. The non-contact program focuses on safety and skill development for younger divisions and is held once a week between April 10 and June 26. This year, the city is partnering with Corner Sports (2276 Elgin Avenue), which is offering discounts on its used and new inline hockey gear (including inline skates, shin pads, elbow pads, shoulder pads, gloves and used sticks). Registration is taking place in four divisions with a group of 5 to 8 year olds, 9 to 11 year olds, 12 to 15 year olds and those 16 and over. For more information about the program or coaching go to www. portcoquitlam.ca/inline. To register call 604-927-7589.
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North Coquitlam under-6 Scorpion players Jacob Commerford, left, and Quinn Chishold move the ball during the Mini Cup last weekend.
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They recently traveled sion’s final four playoffs. to Phoenix, Ariz., to attend The team has also qualified the Phoenix Invitational, for the provincial chamwhere the club won gold in pionships, which will be Port Moody’s peewee the Elite Division. held in Prince George from A1 hockey team is enjoying They then returned March 16 to 19. sports@tricitynews.com lots of success on the road. 13, home to play in their diviRun Date: March 2014 - UFW - Tri City News (8.8125” x 12”
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CONWAY, Stanley “Stan” Victor April 24, 1924 - March 4, 2015 With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Stan Conway. Stan is survived by his loving wife Anne of 63 years and his 2 daughters Sharon (Ken), Pat (Gerry), granddaughter Sara (Jeff), and great grandson Eli and extended family. Stan was a proud member of the Royal Westminster Regiment of New Westminster. Stan leaves us rich in memories when he was bowling, fishing, golfing and playing bridge. A Celebration of his life will be held at Burkeview Chapel, 1340 Dominion Ave, Port Coquitlam at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2015.
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Christopher William Stevens Long, B. Sc. (Agriculture) born August 14, 1927 in England, died in Eagle Ridge Hospital March 7, 2015 at the age of 87. A world traveller and international volunteer, Chris is survived by his loving wife Joycelyn and children Mirjami (Fred) Stehle, Helena (John Gottschalk) Long, Susan (Jason) Rogers, and Michael (Jean Wilsdon) Long, 14 grandchildren and 12 greatgrandchildren. Services to be held at Oliveria Funeral Home, 2657 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, on Saturday, March 14, at 1 p.m. Cards of condolence may be sent to Joycelyn Long, 2357 Whyte Avenue, Suite 405, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3C 2A3 or Mimi Stehle, PO Box 701, Armstrong, BC, V0E 1B0. Oliveira Funeral Home 604-942-7920 www.oliveirafuneralhome.com
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MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR Full-time, permanent position for Artistica Cabinet Design Inc. of Unit 120 - 1776 Broadway St. Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 3M8 Requires: 2+ years experience in the cabinet industry, no education or cert. req’d. Lang: English and Farsi an asset. Duties: Supervise and co-ordinate workers and production; Record keeping; Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity; Inventory control and ordering materials & supplies; Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies; Prepare production and other reports; Ensuring that all the projects performed are satisfactory & addressing all the concerns or issues accordingly. Wage: $23/hr. Please email us at: artisticacabinetdesign @yahoo.ca or call us at: 604-474-3311
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ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING
OUR COMPANY OFFERS: 1.) Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Benefits. 2.) Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group. 3.) Company Sponsored Social Activities.
Please e-mail resume, including cover letter & references: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com LOEWEN Welding & Mfg, Abbotsford, is looking for experienced machinist with 3 or more years of experience. Work week is Mon Thurs, 10 hrs a day. Fax resume to 604-826-6051 or email to gord@loewenwelding.com
TRADES, TECHNICAL
TAX RETURNS Current and overdue Over 15yrs exp. Starting at $50.00 per return Free check-up of last year return MARK & JOANNA BRAGIEL Tri-City Business Centre 3rd flr 2300-2850 Shaughnessy St. 604-338-2513
INCOME TAX. TAJ DAMJI 604-781-0315. Pickup delivery in Tri City Free. Singles $45 Couples $80. No limit on number of slips.
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APPLIANCE REPAIRS
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Service to all Makes of Appliances & Refrigeration. Work Guaranteed
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CLEANING SERVICES
MAIDS R’ US 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.
BEST CLEANERS
AROUND GUARANTEED!
Stair Builder / Parts Craftsman
Westcoast Moulding & Millwork Surrey, a building product supplier has a Full - Time opportunity for an experienced Stair Builder & Parts Craftsman. Must have pervious experience in shaping Rails & Building stair components. Positive attitude, dedication & willingness to learn rewarded with: • Advancement Opportunities • Excellent Remuneration Package Commensurate w/ Experience • Full Benefits Please Fax resume: 604-513-1194 or E-mail: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com
Residential & Commercial
Weekly, Bi-Monthly - Best Rates! Since 1985 604-808-0212
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CONCRETE & PLACING
STAMPED CONCRETE FPatios FPool Decks FSidewalks FDriveways FForming FFinishing FRe & Re 30yrs exp. Quality workmanship Fully Insured crossroadsstampedconcrete.com
Erin 604 - 354 -0596
HERFORT CONCRETE
NO JOB TOO SMALL Serving Lower Mainland 25 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement EXCELLENT REF’S -WCB Insured
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
Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
Staff and volunteer management
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PERSONAL SERVICES
GREENHOUSE WORKERS Full-Time seasonal labourers wanted for job duties that include but are not limited to: planting, pruning, harvesting, grading, packing, receiving, shipping and general greenhouse cleanup and setup for flower and pepper farm. Start date: May 2015. $10.49/hour. No exp. Required. Must speak and understand English and have completed grade 12. Hollandia Greenhouses Ltd. 19393 Richardson Rd, Pitt Meadows, BC, V3Y 1Z1 Apply via email to: Attn Kim at hollandia@hollandia.ca
Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
Leo: 604-657-2375 / 604-462-8620
PERSONAL SERVICES 175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS
UNIQUE CONCRETE
DESIGN
F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured
778-231-9675, 778-231-9147
FREE ESTIMATES
Strategic and operational plans Stakeholder relationship management Marketing and communications Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
QUALIFICATIONS University degree, college diploma or equivalent professional development courses
• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries
Demonstrated experience in administration, strategic planning and financial management Exceptional written and oral communication skills
.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
Demonstrated public relations and marketing experience, including event coordination Proficiency in use of social media, database management and accounting software A minimum of five years of related experience, preferably in a management position in a non-profit organization, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. This is a half-time, contract position, and offers an ideal opportunity to balance personal and professional interests by working from a home office. Knowledge of Coquitlam and its residents is an asset. Salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. If you are interested in this position, please email a cover letter and resume to Board Chair, Janet Toddington at janet@toddington.com by 5:00pm Friday, March 20, 2015.
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Kristy 604.488.9161
Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062
182 FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com
Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...
threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca
Experience in fund and donor relations
Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca
FINANCIAL SERVICES
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
ELECTRICAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
PEDRO’S Contracting & Drainage. Landscaping, Water Lines & Cement work. Call 604-468-2919.
FENCING
1-A1 BRAR CEDAR FENCING, chain link & landscaping. Block retaining wall. Reasonable rates. Harry 604-719-1212, 604-306-1714
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MISC SERVICES
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
“Award Winning Renovations� 32 Years of Experience
604-728-3009
info@jkbconstruction.com www.jkbconstruction.com
GARDENING 288
HOME REPAIRS
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Tree Removal/Topping/Spiral Thinning/Hedge Trimming/Stump Grinding. Free Estimates. WCB/Fully Insured RooďŹ ng Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
If I can’t do it It can’t be done
ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
Brad 778-552-3900
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
CLEAN UP S Hedge Trim S Lawn Cuts S Tree Pruning Yard Maintenance Insured S Guaranteed John 778-867-8785
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604-537-4140
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MIRACLE MOVING
RUBBISH REMOVAL EXTRA CHEAP
ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899
for all early bookings. Drywall Repairs. WorkSafe. Fully Insured. 15 Yrs exp. Free Estimates, Call John,
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LANDSCAPING
M.T. GUTTERS
.give and take tree service 778.872.8406
- Est. 1989 F WCB, Insured, Licensed F Free Estimates F Many References F All Types of Painting B.J. (Brad) Curtis B.A.
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Ph: 604-942-4383
PETS 477
5â€? Gutter, Down Pipe, SofďŹ t *CLEANING *REPAIRS 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE
mikes hauling 604-516-9237
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Call Tim 604-612-5388
604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
SAND & GRAVEL SALES All types of sand & gravel 604-560-9255
COQUITLAM: Nice, quiet renovated 3 bdrm. ground flr. H/wd flrs, f/p, w/d. Avail. immed. N/p, n/s. $1220 incl. utils. 604-809-9850.
POCO, Main flr, 2 BR, new kitchen & bath, new laminate, 1000+ sq.ft. central loc, ideal for prof cpl, $950 util incl. N/S, N/P. 604-944-8556
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709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
Coquitlam Lge quiet 2 bdrm main flr duplex carpet/hardwd, carport, deck $1000 N/S No dogs 604-937-3534
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APPLIANCES
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Rebuilt*Washer*Dryer*Fridge*Stove Up to 1 Yr Warranty. Trade-in Avail.
YAMAHA UPRIGHT PIANO U1 walnut case, 30 yrs old, 2nd owner, Played recreationally. Well maintained. Beautiful instrument. $1950. obo. 778-808-8938
Robert J. O’Brien
604-728-5643
When QUALITY Matters
RENTALS
all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements.
PICK-UP ...... or .... DELIVERY
706
INTERIOR / Exterior Repaints & New Construction Ceiling Painting/Drywall Repair
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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GENERATORS
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ELECTRICAL
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Craig 604 - 240 - 7594
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10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005
W Design & Renovations W Decks W Fences W Stairs W Retaining walls W Railings Home Renovations Call Patrick for a free est.
604-351-6245
FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. 604-380-2932
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SUNDECKS
Woodland Decks
PLUMBING
BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
APARTMENT/CONDO
2 BR apts - bright & lge
604-465-3189
NEWLY RENOVATED Retail / OfďŹ ce space at 193 School House Street, Coquitlam, avail for rent. Easy access. Light filled. 2 storey space, must be viewed in person. Main floor at 1089 sf with 2 bathrooms & mezzanine 432 sf. Rent $3500 + utils. Parking lot is shared. Call Sentinal Storage at (604)515-4075 to arrange a viewing.
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17607 Ford Road Pitt Meadows
SUITES, LOWER
COQUITLAM lrg 2 bdrm gr/lvl bsmt, 15 min walk to Douglas Coll. Ns/np. $950/m incl w/d, utils, cable & net. Discount for 1 person. Avail Now or April 1st. Call 778-216-1284.
PORT COQUITLAM; 2 Bdrm apt $845 Quiet family complex, no pets. 604-464-0034.
PITTBULL pups purebred, born Feb 24th. Avail for viewing. Great bloodlines. $1000-$1500. 604-765-0453
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL
.Highland Turf
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
ELECTRICAL
S New paint, carpet & appliances S Includes heat/hot water S 1.5 blocks to various bus stops S 2 blocks to Safeway/medical S City park across street S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required * SORRY NO DOGS * CALL FOR APPOINTMENT
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
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
. Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280 MIKE 604-961-1280
Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions Call 604-690-3327
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PORT COQUITLAM
1 bdrm 2nd r suite $775
Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail Mar 20. $700. 1-604-794-5844
TOY POODLE PUPS 6 weeks old. Chocolate brown. $800 each. Call 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602
2 coats any colour
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.
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Onsite Manager
604.465.7713
12186-224 St, Maple Ridge CertiďŹ ed Crime Free Buildings
PORT COQUITLAM 775-3000sqft. Ground floor commercial space. Office / retail / service type business. Facing onto city park. 2 blks from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.
Shih tzu, male, 4 mos, one left, $500. Call (604)316-9495 or 604795-5626
Running this ad for 10yrs
NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.245.9069
Professional Installation
HOME REPAIRS, renovations, plumbing, electrical, carpentry & painting. Reas rates. 604-945-7099.
Launch Ramp with 3 lines and ample parking for tracks and trailers
604-463-2236 604-463-7450
SUITES, UPPER
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
778-881-6737
(604)465-1311
www.jnlreno.com Shane 604-690-7565 “Family Owned & Operated in the Tri-Cities�
Moorage Rental Year or Semi-annual Outdoor Storage Available Starting At $30/month for Boats, RV’s, Cars, Trucks & Trailers
SENIOR’S DISCOUNT
PATRICK’S RUBBISH REMOVAL *Landscape *Trimming *Yard Clean *Const. Clean. *ANYTHING!!! 1 Ton Truck. Call Patrick for Prompt Quality Service @ 604-808-1652.
$150 OFF Interior Painting $250 OFF Exterior Painting
NO JOB TOO SMALL!
14179 Reichenback Rd
* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet
. FREE Scrap Metal Removal. .FREE Scrap metal removal. Appls, BBQS, exercise equip, cars, etc. 604-572-3733 ww.tkhaulaway.com
Spring Special
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
Pitt Meadows Marina
752 www.bestwaypainting.ca
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Renovations/Repairs/Building S Bathrooms S Basements S Suites S Decks / Sheds S Plumbing S Flooring / Tiles S Electrical
Great Location
Queen Anne Apts.
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.
RENO & REPAIR
$840/mo & $940/mo
604-464-3550
JUNK / RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free! (778)997-5757
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
7 Days / Week
ZIGGY’S RENOVATIONS. All types int/ext. Quality work. Free Est. Best prices! (604)931-4224 or 992-4146
1 & 2 Bdrms available
~We accept Visa & Mastercard~
Prompt Delivery Available
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Free Estimates * Fully Insured
STORAGE
MAPLE RIDGE
IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER
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MARK’S LAWN CARE & HANDYMAN SERVICES. Friendly Service. Free Estimates. Insured. 604-308-8073
BEN’S RENO’S ~ 604-723-0703 New bsmt, drywall, texture, paint, kitchen, bath, hardwood, laminate, plumbing, tiles, windows & doors.
Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist
604 - 720 - 2009
GREENPRO LANDSCAPING Lawn cuts, pruning, full yard maint & installation. Fencing. Fast & dependable Since ‘06. 604-537-5536
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Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work
All types of Roofing Repairs Free Estimates
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
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and Hydro
Tar & Gravel D Asphalt D Interlocking shingles D Torch-on Membrane D Laminated shingles
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING
APARTMENT/CONDO
Near Shopping & Amenities.
EAGLE ROOFING
Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222
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Includes: Heat, Hot Water
All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. 778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505
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•Lawn Cuts/Trim •Aerating •Leaf Cleanup •Power Rake •Hedge & Shrub Trimming •Pruning Trees •23 yrs. exp. •Insured •Free Estimates
$50 Off with this Ad Jerry, 604-500-2163
RENTALS
FIVE STAR ROOFING
MOVING & STORAGE
AFFORDABLE MOVING
15% SENIORS DISCOUNT A+ Rating with BB Bureau
TREE SERVICES TREE BROTHERS SPECIALIST
604-465-1311 Residential & Commercial
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SBroken Concrete RocksS $24.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $24.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds Meadows Landscape Supply
FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
âœśDump Site Now Openâœś
$59.00 Per Ton
POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin. Repairs, Staining. Free Est. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-468-4117.
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Central Coquitlam Co-op AND Seniors Only Building $826/mo. No subsidy. Cls to transit, schools & shops Dasl ~ 604 945 5864 dasl@terramanagement.ca Coquitlam:
Clean, quiet apt blk. Suites to rent.
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PORT COQUITLAM; 2 Bdrm townhouse, $905. Quiet family complex, no pets. 604-464-0034.
TRANSPORTATION 845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
The Scrapper
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
HOMES FOR RENT
SOUTH SURREY EXECUTIVE
Fully Furnished & Equipped
Short Term or Long term! Hotel Living
Like New Townhouse. Only 3 years old. Immaculate Deluxe, 2 bdrm. + Rec. Room/Office + 2 Full Bath T/House. Flr. to ceiling storage + storage rm. in garage. 6 s/s appli. d/w, w/d, Garburator. Crown Mouldings, 9ft. ceilings, H/W laminate flooring and slate tile. Gas F/P & Alarm. 1 car garage parking. Covered patio lower & outdoor patio upper. Amenities room incls. full gym, outdoor hot tub & pool. Walk to Morgan Heights shopping. NO Smoking inside & NO Pets! $2250/mo. Avail. April 1 or 15
1998 Dodge Durango, 5.2L V8, all power options, automatic, good cond! $3000. 604-944-2255
FABULOUS DEAL 2008 Infiniti EX35. Fully Loaded. Call Owner @ 604-461-3099.
604.488.9161 748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION PORT MOODY: Room for rent. Female only. N/s, Non drinker. Nr bus stop. $550/mo. (604)339-6272 PT MOODY $500 Room to rent. Shared, kitchen, liivingrm, bath, laundry. Includes wifi, cable, utilities. Avail April 1. 604-644-2920
WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT Notice of sale: 1982 Ford Econoline Motorhome VIN #1FDKE30G3CHA59019 Mary Adams $10,000 storage lien Sale date: March 20th, 2015 at 9am at 346 Blue Mountain Street, Coquitlam
First Place
Sorry no pets.
Family owned & operated for 40 yrs. (604)936-5755 COQUITLAM:
PRESSURE WASHING
GARDEN COURT HOUSING CO-OP
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
2865 Packard Ave. Now accepting applications for 1 & 2 bdrm apartments. Share purchase required. No Subsidies. Avail now.
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call 604-464-4921
Call Ian 604-724-6373 . Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 .Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
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