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MARCH 27 2015 www.newwestnewsleader.com The Massey Theatre hopes to fuel its future with a celebration of its past in 2015, its 65th anniversary.

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New West affordable ... but not for long: report Mario Bartel

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Jeremy Perry, Bryon Grove and Benoit René Brisson are getting ready to Party for Pride. On May 9 individual parties of all descriptions will break out across New Westminster to raise money for the New West Pride Festival. Guests from each registered party will then converge at Status nightclub for dessert, prizes and dancing away the rest of the night.

One of the parties already planned will be held at Pier Park.

Pride turns Royal City into Party Town Mario Bartel

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New Westminster police might want to be prepared to handle a few extra noise complaints on May 9.

That’s when the New West Pride Society is hoping to turn the Royal City into Party Town.

Party for Pride is a fundraiser for New Westminster’s Pride Festival.

But it’s not just one big blowout, it’s a whole bunch of individual parties of all descriptions being organized across the city.

Jeremy Perry, the society’s president, said the unique formula for the fundraiser will allow all kinds of people from all walks to get involved.

“Anything they can imagine, just do it,” said Perry.

A birthday party could be turned into a fundraiser, or a potluck or lavish formal dinner party.

Already the society has heard from organizers planning parties for Pier Park, and a multi-unit apartment

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“Our community is creative,” said Perry.

The hosts of each party set their own fundraising goal, charging guests a donation for whatever they think will be the best fit. And is legal.

Later that evening all guests from every registered party will be able to converge at Status Nightclub on Church Street for dessert, prizes and a free dance after-party party.

The money raised will help the

society expand its annual festival, which has grown from a small celebration in Tipperary Park to a day-long street party on Columbia Street.

“This kind of support allows us to really dream and explore what is possible for the festival,” said Perry.

Potential hosts, or people just interested in participating in Party for Pride, can sign up online at the society’s website, www. newwestpride.ca, by April 25.

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New West is an island of affordability in Metro Vancouver’s hyper-heated housing market.

But that will change by 2030 said a new report released by Vancity Credit Union.

The report, Downsizing the Canadian Dream: Homeownership Realities for Millennials and Beyond, said owning the average property in Metro Vancouver requires more than 48 per cent of a household’s monthly income, 16 per cent more than the 32 per cent debt load recommended by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation.

That’s almost 76 per cent more than the portion of income required 15 years ago.

If that trend continues, said the report, the average home price of $2.1 million will consume more than 100 per cent of household incomes in Metro Vancouver in another 15 years. By then, even detached housing in New West will be out of reach for most people. Langley will be the only affordable community, said the report.

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CITYPAGE TRAVEL SHOWS AT THE LIBRARY The monthly travel shows at the New Westminster Public Library will take an armchair trip along the coast of Oregon and Northern California in April.

Join Eunice Hodge when she shows her photographs twice: on Wednesday, April 1 at 2:30 pm and again on Wednesday, April 8 at 7:30 pm.

The free travel shows are co-sponsored by the Library and the University Women’s Club of New Westminster.

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All city residential and visitor parking permits expire on March 31, 2015.

Renewal fee for the year is $5.00 per permit.

Please note: ICBC Vehicle Registration must be provided for residential permits and Proof of Residency must be provided for visitor permits.

All permits can be renewed at City Hall. Please bring in your existing parking permit hangers when renewing.

For more information, please contact the Engineering Department at 604-527-4592.

CENTURY HOUSE ASSOCIATION THRIFT SALE Saturday, March 28, 2015 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Century House, 620 Eighth Street Bargains Galore! Free Admission.

Queensborough Community Centre (QCC) is excited to announce A Walk Down Memory Lane, a community-driven art project celebrating the history and evolution of the QCC and the community of Queensborough.

We are seeking a dynamic artist with a strong community engaged practice to create a permanent installation at QCC. The artist will work directly with community members to research, design and oversee the installation of a vinyl mural in one of the centre’s main thoroughfares. We are seeking an artist who has a strong exhibition history, proven project management and leadership skills, and who demonstrates a keen interest in communityengaged practice. Artist collectives will also be considered and are encouraged to apply.

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COUNCIL MEETINGS Monday, March 30, 2015 3:00 pm Committee of the Whole Council Chamber 6:00 pm Public Hearing Council Chamber Following Public Hearing Regular Council Council Chamber Please note that council meetings are now video streamed online at www.newwestcity.ca.

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Refreshments will be available and everyone is welcome. All proceeds go directly to the Century House Association.

Donations are accepted from Saturday, March 21 to noon on Friday, March 27 at Century House.

For more information, contact 604-519-1066.

Sunday, April 5, 2015 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Queen’s Park Band Shell & Rainbow Playland Free Admission Queen’s Park will be alive with the sights and sounds of Easter!

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Celebration of past fuels hope for future Massey Theatre to hold homecoming performance to honour its 65th anniversary Mario Bartel

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It may be the longest curtain call in the history of theatre.

Five years ago Massey Theatre was scheduled to close, to be demolished to allow construction of a new high school.

Today, the high school still isn’t built.

But the theatre is thriving, said its executive director Jessica Schneider.

And she’s using the occasion of Massey’s 65th anniversary to remind everyone of its role in the arts community and reinforce its importance to New Westminster.

The theatre’s resilient spirit was apparent right from its earliest days. The Royal Winnipeg Ballet was booked as the first professional performance in the expansive community auditorium. But the Massey’s stage didn’t yet have curtains. So a group of volunteers from the theatre hustled down to Seattle where they were able to acquire a full set of curtains from a defunct strip club. Brisé meets bump and grind.

That’s just one of the stories Schneider has already collected in her year-long quest to assemble memories, photos and artifacts about the Massey’s history, performances and people that will be compiled in a donation to the New Westminster archive.

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Five years after the Massey Theatre’s expected demise to make way for a new high school, its executive director Jessica Schneider is leading a year-long celebration of the venue’s 65th anniversary.

competition. A Facebook page has been started where locals can share their memories of the Massey when they were kids participating in productions or even just attending shows. And the theatre is reaching out to seniors to gather their stories and artifacts.

“It’s exciting, now it’s starting to bubble,” said Schneider. “You can’t know where any of the stories are going to lead.”

On June 14 a gala homecoming performance will celebrate some of the greatest moments on the Massey’s stage.

And on Oct. 4 the anniversary party

will culminate with Great Pairings, a collaboration of senior and emerging performers.

Schneider said given the Massey’s tentative tenure, being able to plan for its 65th anniversary was an unexpected surprise. It was also an opportunity.

“It’s forced us to reevaluate our values, what we represent, what we bring to the community,” said Schneider. “It’s given us a chance to create deeper relationships with arts organizations.”

Schneider concedes the Massey has always been a bit of an underdog. It’s

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away from the traditional theatre row in downtown Vancouver. It’s overshadowed by larger, more ornate venues like the Orpheum, the Queen Elizabeth and The Centre. But that’s also the Massey’s strength, said Schneider.

The theatre is a small enough operation to still be accessible and affordable to the half dozen or so local groups that use it regularly. And it’s the only suburban facility with fully-equipped workshops for set construction and storage that is large enough for about 40 key clients.

For big productions the theatre offers an opportunity to reach audiences that can’t always travel into Vancouver. For smaller shows, the Massey’s 1,260 seats and large stage represent ambitious possibilities.

“It’s a pleasant but neutral framework that can transform,” said Schneider. “You can create whatever your imagination desires, and that’s really rare.”

A recently-forged partnership with the Anvil Centre will give the Massey opportunities to reach new audiences, new residents moving to New West, said Schneider. The Anvil’s 364-seat theatre is perfect for smaller, more eclectic fare.

“You don’t have to draw 800 people,” said Schneider. “It’s niche events that stimulate everybody about the arts.”

And that will ensure the Massey Theatre survives, even if the building itself has to make way for a new high school, said Schneider.

“We have a future, and that’s new for us,” she said.

Portrait workshops at River Market The River Market is redefining the mirror.

A pair of free workshops to be held in the market’s community square on Sunday will teach kids and families how to turn a simple selfportrait photo into an artistic

collage that represents their personality and values.

The 45-minute workshops, to be held at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., will be conducted by photographer Kyra Kelpin.

They are sponsored by Westminster Savings.

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2015 ANNUAL RESIDENTIAL WATER, SEWER AND SOLID WASTE CHARGES The 2014 May Queen Suite (wearing garb) pose with the 2015 suite drawn at Monday’s city council meeting.

DUE DATE: FRIDAY– MAY 1, 2015 2015 Annual Residential Water, Sewer and Solid Waste bills have been mailed out at the end of February.

If you have not received your Residential Water, Sewer and Solid Waste bill please contact the Taxes and Utilities Department at City Hall at 604-527-4550 or 604-527-4555. New owners of single detached dwellings who have not received their bill are advised to contact the Taxes and Utilities Department.

Accounts paid in full on or before May 1, 2015 are eligible for a 5% prompt payment discount. Accounts unpaid after May 1, 2015 are not eligible for the 5% discount and may be subject to transfer to property taxes if still unpaid at December 31, 2015.

Various payment options are provided for your convenience: • By mail or in person at City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, V3L 1H9 • Cheques post-dated to the May 1st discount date are welcome • After-hours payment into “City Hall Mail” located at the north entrance to City Hall • At any chartered bank and most trust companies and credit unions • By tele-banking or internet-banking service through your financial institution • At automated banking machines • Queensborough Community Centre, 920 Ewen Ave. 604-525-7388 • Centennial Community Centre, 65 E Sixth Ave 604-777-5100 • Century House, 620 Eighth St. 604-519-1066 Credit cards are NOT accepted for the payment of Utility bills Seniors Living Alone: If you have received your bill, you may qualify for a waiver of 25% of the flat rate charges if you meet ALL of the following requirements: 1. 65 years of age or over, and 2. Living alone (one person only) in the single family residence, and

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Suite draw for McBride Sir Richard McBride elementary student Claire Haffner will serve as the 2015 May Queen while Colburn Connelly will be the suite’s Royal Knight.

The school won the annual draw held at Monday’s city council meeting. The selection ended a two-year run of victories by F.W. Howay elementary. Howay, however, did come close to its third straight May Queen. Students Ayanna Seymour was drawn as the first maid of honour while Owen West will be the Royal Knight.

The second maid of honours went to Makena

Thomas and Luca Redford of Herbert Spencer.

The medal bearers will be Summer Loewen and Hussein Hage-Hassan of Connaught Heights.

Lord Kelvin’s Maggie Roest and Kevin Addo will be the register bearer. The first flower girl and Royal Knight will be Charlize Melliza and Gordon Tan of Qayqayt elementary with the second flower girl honours going to Stephanie Joy Fajilan and Marco Vela-Ruiz of Queensborough middle school and third flower girl to Lord Tweedsmuir’s Lindsay De Souza and Nate Akey.

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BRAID STREET BRIDGE & FOURTH STREET OVERPASS NOW OPEN Work has now been completed on Braid Street and the two new bridges connecting Braid Street with United Boulevard are now open to all traffic.

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New West city hall to extend hours of operation First it was Sunday shopping.

Then banks opened on Saturdays.

And now New Westminster is expanding its hours of operation.

Beginning Monday services like reception, finance, planning, business licensing, plumbing and building permit counters will be

open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. From Tuesday to Fridays the opening hours will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The extended hours are a pilot project that will run until the end of the year when they’ll be evaluated and adjusted

accordingly.

“We recognize that many residents and businesses may find it challenging to conduct their city hall business during the current 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. hours of operation,” said New Westminster mayor Jonathan

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The new two-way crossing of the Brunette River to Coquitlam opened on Monday. But with signage and lane markings not yet in place, it’s only savvy or lucky motorists who are using it. The bridge is actually two temporary bridges placed beside each other as a replacement for the old single-lane Bailey Bridge that was closed last year after structural faults were discovered during a routine inspection.

Bailey bridge finally open The long-awaited bridges spanning the Brunette River between Coquitlam and New Westminster are finally open.

The City of New Westminster website said work has been completed on Braid Street and the two new bridges connecting Braid Street with United Boulevard are now open to all traffic.

This concludes a lengthy process after the original onelane bridge was found to be needing extensive repairs and the cities of New Westminster and Coquitlam were in disagreement about the bridge’s replacement.

An arbitrator eventually ruled in Coquitlam’s favor that a single-lane span was inadequate

for the amount of vehicle traffic in the area. New Westminster had long maintained that a larger bridge would bring more cars to the foot of Braid Street, an area that is already heavily congested with motorists.

The bridges were to open this past fall, however, issues with construction delayed opening.

Coté. “As our city grows, we will continue to look for new and innovative ways to serve the community.”

Feedback about the project will be collected from comment cards at city hall and an online survey.

The extended hours were made

possible by a compressed work week arrangement with city hall staff. They’ll be able to work additional hours during the week in exchange for more flexible days off. That should also help the city save money on overtime costs, said a press release.

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Compare prices For those who drink responsibly, the opening up of B.C.’s liquor policies can only be a good thing. From Sunday openings at B.C. government liquor stores to the convenience of B.C. wine availability at grocery stores, buying booze will become more convenient.

But make no mistake, competitive pricing will also be necessary in this new environment.

The government has already promised to level the playing field with wholesale pricing so private liquor stores will no longer be at a disadvantage.

It will be up to consumers to determine where they get the most bang for their buck and for the first little while, it’s going to take some comparison shopping.

Many fear this switch to a new wholesale pricing system will hike prices of more expensive hooch. Others worry that if the government eliminates tax-in display prices, as it has promised to do to save costs, consumers will end up paying more if the shelf price isn’t lowered to accommodate the change.

Meanwhile, private liquor stores, which already have tax-in pricing, aren’t likely to change their system in line with the government liquor stores and so it will be up to consumers to see where they get the most value.

Typically, private stores charge a bit more for booze, because they’ve been paying more to obtain it, but consumers will want to see if private retailers are passing any savings on to customers.

The province undoubtedly doesn’t want to lose its competitive advantage because booze revenue provides as much as $4.3 billion to government coffers, according to the BC Government Employees Union.

The goal should be responsible alcohol consumption, convenience and competitive pricing to benefit the consumer as well as a revenue stream that keeps both government and private liquor stores strong.

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Making real progress on poverty VICTORIA – The B.C. government has made its most significant moves in decades to address the needs of some of the province’s poorest people.

The largest financial commitment is for a new program to help single parents escape from the welfare trap.

There are 16,000 single parents in B.C. receiving provincial income assistance or disability payments, most of them women.

Even if they could find an entry-level job, it wouldn’t pay enough to cover the child care they would need to go to work.

Worst of all, the current system requires that if they enrol in training, they lose their income assistance, including dental and extended medical care for themselves and their children.

That is the welfare trap, one of the most perverse government policies to have survived into our supposedly enlightened modern era.

The new program takes effect in September. It will not only continue income assistance payments when single parents

Tom Fletcher enrol in skills training, it promises to cover their child care and transportation costs for an approved training program of up to one year.

Medical and child care costs will then be covered for up to a year after training, to allow a transition to employment.

Approved training means training for jobs that are identified as in demand, requiring high school and occupationspecific training that can be completed in a year or less.

They include retail sales, general office work and assistance jobs in health services.

Another overdue policy change is to double the allowable earnings for all income assistance recipients from $200 to $400 a month. This gives people a chance to improve their

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circumstances by taking whatever part-time or casual work they can manage, without having that little income cut from their already meagre welfare cheques.

And then there was the recent decision to end the claw-back of parental child support payments from income assistance payments.

The province has for many years run a costly child maintenance enforcement program to track down (mostly) deadbeat dads and force them to pay at least a token amount to support their children. Now when they pay child support to a single parent on income assistance, they will at least have the satisfaction of knowing the children actually receive the extra benefit.

These harsh, historic policies were built around a philosophy that welfare is a temporary last resort, to be withdrawn as soon as some other source of income is identified. That is a valid if unfashionable position to take on behalf of working taxpayers who pay for all this, but it only makes sense if the income assistance

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recipient has a realistic option.

For those who are already in the entry-level job market, the minimum wage goes up 20 cents an hour in September, from $10.25 to $10.45. This is the beginning of an annual review that will tie the wage to the consumer price index.

A paltry sum, to be sure, but anyone who still thinks jacking the minimum wage up to $15 an hour is a magic solution that won’t cost some entry-level jobs is clinging to a socialist dream world.

• I have been contacted by several low-income seniors who read my recent column on B.C.’s Seniors’ Advocate. They were asking where to find out if they are eligible for support programs such as the SAFER rent subsidy, assistance for Medical Services Plan premiums, property tax deferment and grants to help with home modifications for disabilities.

I apologize for this oversight.

One place to start is the Seniors’ Advocate toll-free information line, 1-877-952-3181, weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Trust before higher taxes Gavin Palmer’s letter to the editor (NewsLeader March 20) succinctly sums up the apprehension of the average taxpayer to get behind the Yes side in the transportation plebiscite. Most notably, trust and accountability are at the heart of this debate. There are many examples of this, including: • It is generally felt TransLink is a nonelected, dysfunctional entity that wastes our tax money and so far, nothing is being done to halt that waste; if anything, the reverse is true.

• Taxpayers will likely be expected to pay for an oversight committee to ensure our elected provincial government doesn’t try to siphon these additional funds into other areas. This clearly demonstrates a complete lack of trust in our provincial leaders but, weirdly, they think this makes us feel better.

• We have a problem with our overcrowded transit system and no one saw this coming? Maybe the powers that be should have travelled on the transit cattle

trucks more often — even just once. Where have they spent the tax dollars they now need because that money didn’t go toward our overburdened transit system or improving our health care system, nor to our broken education system? I do know that $600 million recently went to build a new roof and completely refurbish BC Place Stadium.

• We are told there is no plan B and if we vote No, our transit system will grind to a halt.

Great planning, guys.

• In a separate rollout, $3 billion of B.C. taxpayer money is earmarked to fund a new bridge to replace the Massey Tunnel to relieve road congestion we are told is the reason. There have been news articles indicating the federal government wants to bring deep-hulled ships up the Fraser River to increase Canada’s trade with Asia, so the tunnel has to go in order to make that happen. If that is the case, why does our federal government not build this bridge, which

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Are another million people really coming?

Mayors repeatedly say Metro Vancouver’s population will grow by another million people over the next 30 years.

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Vancouver regional district planners that the current 2.5 million people in the region as of 2015 will reach 3.53 million in 2045.

Demographer Andrew Ramlo at Urban Futures says his firm has its own population estimates and projects the extra million residents will arrive a few years sooner – in 2041, after 26 years, instead of 30.

The provincial government’s BC Stats office has a slightly lower estimate of nearly 3.41 million by 2041, compared to Urban Futures’ 3.48 million that year.

Ramlo says his firm assumes net migration of nearly 30,000 people into the region each year.

That’s slightly above the pace of around 25,000 in the past year or two but below recent peak years of 45,000 – essentially on the average pace the

region has already been experiencing.

But Ramlo argues the estimated increase of one million does not tell the entire story because the Metro-only numbers ignore population growth in the Fraser Valley, which also increases traffic congestion and transit demand in Metro.

“We know we’ve got a good number of people living in the Valley who are working in Metro or living in Metro and working in the Valley,” Ramlo said.

Add Fraser Valley population growth in, he says, and the gain for all of the Lower Mainland by 2041 is 1.22 million and the one-million increase is reached in 2036.

“Whether it’s a million people in 2036, 2041 or 2045, we still have to plan for them and it’s the planning we can do in the short

and medium term that will put us in good stead to deal with those changes.”

Where do all the new people come from?

International immigration is by far the largest source, adding 40,000-plus net new residents most years, while there’s typically a net outflow of several thousand from Metro to other regions of B.C., a few thousand arrive in Metro from other provinces and smaller gains come from the “natural growth” of births exceeding deaths.

Some referendum commenters suggest the region should stop accepting more people.

But freedom of movement is a fundamental right in Canada, Ramlo notes, and immigration policy is set by Ottawa.

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“The cost of housing in the vast majority of communities is pushing residents to their financial limit,” said the report.

While Metro Vancouver has long been an expensive place to live because more people desire to live here, that demand hasn’t been matched by higher wages to attract and retain higher-quality employees, said the report.

“High prices themselves are not the focal point of the affordability problem,” said the report. “It is the vast disparity between income and cost of ownership.”

According to the report, the affordability of detached homes in New Westminster sits right on the CMHC’s recommended 32 per cent debt load. Burnaby sits at 46 per cent and Langley City is the lowest at 23 per cent.

But that won’t last.

“Most concerning is the reality that even the currently affordable communities of Maple Ridge, New Westminster, Pitt Meadows and Port Coquitlam will become unaffordable to the average household within 15 years,” said the report.

By then owning a detached home in New West will eat 40 per cent of the average household’s income. That means more people will be forced to live in condos, concluded the report. In New West, condo ownership will only require 26 per cent of gross household income.

“Condominiums will become a more common and desirable way to achieve the dream of property ownership,” said the report.

To avoid turning Metro

Vancouver into an exclusive enclave for the rich, the report recommends high-density development clustered in town centres that are tied to mass transit service and civic infrastructure like schools and community centres.

It also recommends the provincial government require municipalities implement affordable housing plans and permanently zone land for affordable housing units. The federal government could also help out by using tax credits to encourage the development of affordable housing and banks could help out by making loans for down payments easier to access for families looking to enter the condo market.

If those things don’t happen, warns the report, single detached homes will become “a scarce luxury.”

Ferries fuel rebate eases hikes A one per cent fuel rebate announced by BC Ferries will ease new fare increases that take effect April 1.

On major routes between Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island, it means the approved 3.9 per cent fare increases will mean a 2.9 per cent net increase.

For a driver and vehicle travelling on the major

routes, it means the current fare of $69.50 – which was to rise to $75.30 – will instead cost $71.50.

Walk-on passengers will pay $16.70, up from $16.25 now.

BC Ferries president Mike Corrigan said the fuel hedges they have in place should ensure the rebate remains in place at least through the summer months and possibly into next year.

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Clean energy cars now more affordable The long awaited rebate incenfleet purchases of clean energy tives designed to encourage vehicles.

British Columbians to buy clean ◼ $500,000 for research, energy cars were announced this training, and public outreach week at the Vancouver Internaon clean energy transportation tional Auto Show. technology.

Minister of Energy and Mines Bill Today, electric vehicles typically Bennett announced a scheme to The incentives cost about 25 per cent more than offer incentives of up to $5,000 non-electric vehicles, for the purchase or lease of a new are expected to but the incentives will battery electric or plug-in hybrid reduce greenhouse H2 narrow that price gap. electric vehicle, and up to $6,000 gas emissions by Electric vehicle owners for a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, the equivalent of typically save about 75 When combined with new SCRAPper cent on their fuel taking 1,400 cars IT program incentives revealed costs, which adds up to $1,600 here last week, the total savings off the road. per year. could be up to $8,250 for an An analysis will be conducted to Keith Morgan electric vehicle. identify gaps in the location of The incentives are expected charging infrastructure and determine the most to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by the effective way to deploy infrastructure funding. equivalent of taking 1,400 cars off the road and This will include looking at what locations are part of Phase 2 of the Clean Energy Vehicle (multi-unit residential buildings, downtown (CEV) program. The program will distribute parking areas, shopping centres etc.) would $10.6 million from the Province’s Innovative best support increased adoption of electric Clean Energy Fund over the next three years for vehicles. the following purposes: The first phase of the CEV program ran from ◼ $7.5 million for point-of-sale incentives for 2011 to 2014 and helped support the purchase electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. of 950 electric vehicles and the development ◼ $1.59 million for investments in charging of over 1,000 charging stations, and resulted infrastructure and hydrogen fuelling in 57,000 tonnes of direct emissions reductions infrastructure.

– equivalent to taking approximately 1,000 ◼ $1 million for incentives for commercial vehicles off the road.

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The Ministry of Energy and Mines will administer and implement the CEV program through partnerships with the New Car Dealers Association of British Columbia, the Fraser Basin Council, and the Canadian Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association.

Quote: Blair Qualey, president and CEO of the New Car Dealers Association of B.C. is delighted with the announcement.

EV “Our members are seeing increasing interest from consumers in purchasing electric vehicles and this program will provide many with the incentive they need to make a purchase.”

Visitors to the Vancouver International Auto Show, which closes on Sunday, will have the opportunity to take a clean energy vehicle for a spin. Most manufacturers are also showing their clean energy vehicles inside the Vancouver Trade & Convention Centre West.

If you would like to plug in an all-electric Nissan LEAF at your home, this weekend is the last chance you will have to get one for nothing!

British Columbia’s SCRAP-IT Program kindly supplied us with one of the eco-friendly sedans as a prize in our Plug-In to Win Contest, which closes at midnight on Sunday (see below for entry details). The winner will be announced online next week and Driveway will feature an interview with the lucky winner in an upcoming edition.

SCRAP-IT announced its new incentive program here last week, which offers a $3,000 rebate for electric car purchasers if they scrap a 2000 or older vehicle.

This is in addition to the newly announced provincial government program detailed in our main story today.

The LEAF will be on display at the SCRAP-IT booth throughout this weekend at the Vancouver International Auto Show, in the Vancouver Convention Centre West. Qualifying electric vehicles for the organization’s incentive are listed on the SCRAP-IT.ca website. Take a look because some of them, plus vehicles qualifying under the additional government program will be at the show to view and some made available there for test drives outside.

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Sportwagon scores a hole-in-one AUSTIN, Tex. – The latest seventh generation Volkswagen Golf has been a huge hit, winning the World Car of the Year award, along with the North American Car of the Year and several other titles.

The effort and billions of dollars, VW invested in its small car platform, called MQB, is at the core of this success. This lighter, yet stronger platform is so flexible the Volkswagen Group has plans to use it for dozens of vehicles throughout the many brands it builds. The benefit to the consumer is a vehicle that is lighter, can use a smaller, more efficient engine and, with huge economies of scale, VW can lower the price. The Golf hatchback along with the sportier GTI is available in the market now and very soon the Sportwagon (station wagon), built on the same successful platform, will arrive.

Looks One could be forgiven for not noticing the major changes in this 2015 model but that is the way VW likes to do things-- keep the exterior looking familiar, yet radically update the things that are less obvious. The one thing that should get any buyer’s attention is the new starting price of $22,495, which is roughly

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In addition, the base model gets standard 15-inch alloy wheels, heated seats, Bluetooth and a backup camera for a total of $2,000 of additional value. The Sportwagon is sold as the base Trendline, the middle $24,695 Comfortline and the $30,495 Highline, with a $1,400 premium for an automatic transmission and $2,300 more for a TDI diesel engine.

Inside This Sportwagon is a true sport utility vehicle. It has the lower, sportier stance of a car coupled

with a huge cargo area that would put most small crossovers to shame. The front seats are heated and the rear seats split and fold. The remainder of the cabin is the same as the regular Golf family, with front and rear passenger dimensions the same except for rear passenger headroom, which makes way for the beautiful panoramic sunroof. The dash has high quality switches and dials and even the base model is fitted with a 14.7cm (5.8-inch) radio screen that doubles as a backup camera. This screen size is a bit on the small side but VW will increase the size slightly when the 2016 model arrives this fall.

Drive What can’t be seen but is instantly obvious when driving is the new 170hp 1.8L turbocharged base engine, that is so much more advanced and responsive, compared to the old, less efficient 5-cylinder in the previous model. This engine has superb mid-range torque and it runs on less expensive regular fuel. It’s efficient too, using 9.5L/100km in the city and 6.6L on the highway. The optional diesel, with 150hp, but more importantly, 236 lb.-ft. of torque is only marginally more efficient,

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rated at 7.7L city and 5.4L on the highway. Considering this engine is $2,300 more expensive, the new turbo gasoline engine will certainly be a sensible choice for drivers that don’t pile on the kms. The gasoline engine gets a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic; the diesel gets a 6-speed manual or the high-tech duel clutch automatic. It’s too bad both engines are not offered with the TDI’s transmissions.

Great news for VW fans, waiting for all-wheel drive (AWD), the 2017 model will arrive with AWD in the Sportwagon and that

The Lowdown Power: 1.8 turbo with 170hp, 2.0L diesel turbo with 150hp Fill-up: 8.5L/6.4L/100km (city/ highway) Sticker price: $22,495$34,195

technology should spread to the rest of the Golf line.

Verdict Volkswagen held the launch event for this Sportwagon in Texas, hoping for beautiful sunny weather but we were treated

to pouring rain. With the wipers plugging away and the radio on, this latest Golf feels all grown up, almost “Audi Light.” The smooth power, along with the good feedback to the driver, plus the well-insulated cabin reminds us why this car has won so many awards. The Sportwagon takes all the goodness of the hatchback and shares it in a slightly longer and more useful package. If you are in the market for a small sport utility, give this truly sporty utility a try. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Adding more newcomers is essential to fill the jobs that will support the province’s aging, increasingly retired population, he added.

“Where is your next nurse or care aide going to come from?” Ramlo asked. “It’s not just Starbucks jobs we’re talking about. It’s people’s doctors, people’s dentists, hygenists, your physiotherapists.”

Metro cities are not entirely ramlo powerless to keep new people from coming here.

City councils could refuse to approve any more residential development – Port Moody did just that at one point until a funding impasse was resolved to get the Evergreen Line built.

Ramlo acknowledged a new housing ban would be an option for cities, and there may be pressure for no-new-growth policies if the No side wins.

He predicted that would slow but not stop the incoming flow of people to Metro Vancouver, resulting in enormous pressure to fit new arrivals into a capped housing supply through means such

andrew ramlo, urban futures There would be significant upward pressure on prices. you think we have affordability challenges and issues right now? In that situation, they would grow at an exponential rate.

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He also warned there would be a profound effect on real estate markets if all new home construction was cut off for an extended period.

“There would be very significant upward

pressure on prices,” Ramlo said. “You think we have affordability challenges and issues right now? In that situation, they would grow at an exponential rate.”

– Jeff Nagel Referendum Questions is a series exploring issues related to the Metro Vancouver transit and transportation referendum. Voters must mail in ballots by May 29 on whether they support the addition of a 0.5 per cent sales tax in the region, called the Congestion Improvement Tax, to fund billions of dollars worth of upgrades. Read more in this series on our website.

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The builder – Newmark Group, headed by Mark Chandler – has paid attention to quality, style and detail in every one of the single level suites. They have many attractive features, from the oversized private balconies and patios to the gorgeous, quality flooring throughout the entry, kitchen, dining and living areas. The gourmet kitchens will showcase sleek stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, and porcelain backsplash tile.

“Buyers of homes at Murrayville have the best of both worlds – urban sophistication blended with rural, idyllic countryside,” says Murrayville House sales director, Vince Pontaletta. Located in a historic neighbourhood, Murrayville House is close to great amenities, boasts mountain views, and there are five nearby golf courses and spectacular parklands.

Properties in Langley also offer much lower housing costs – 57 per cent less, on average, than in Vancouver.

“If in real estate, the first rule is location, location, location – Murrayville House offers that and more,” says Pontaletta.

“People love the area and they love the look of the design of the homes.” He adds: “People are being very proactive about this property – it blends three key elements that are really speaking to potential buyers – an amazing neighbourhood,

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The property itself is fabulous – a lovely, lush, landscaped garden with private walkways and a central courtyard with a water fountain, along with a large amenities room with a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor patio, fitness facility and children’s playground.

a respected and experienced builder, and their dedication to quality and style. This is a great place to call home.”

And that’s exactly what Murrayville is: a “home” – not a condo. It is a home that speaks to the heart of what it means to be surrounded by comfort, style and elegance in a sophisticated urban setting, surrounded by country charm.

Prices for the nicely appointed new residences, with timeless beauty and lush greenery right outside your doorstep, start in the low $200,000 range – a great value for a home in the Lower Mainland. The Murrayville House Sales Centre is located at 220-230 22196 50th Avenue in Langley.

Murrayville House is currently being built and the Sales Centre is expected to open on March 28 and will be available for viewings daily from noon to 5 p.m., except Fridays. For more information, e-mail: info@murrayvillehouse.com or visit: www.murrayvillehouse.com.

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Voting is now open for the 2015 People’s Choice Award. This Greater Vancouver ouver Home Builders’ Association Ovation Award is your opportunity to vote for your favourite new or renovated home!

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3 Bedroom Homes

Starting FrOm tHe LOw $300’S net gSt included for a limited time

tell your friends. it’s that good.

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NOW SELLING

Ask sales centre staff for full details. Developer reserves the right to cancel or ammend offering at any time.

Friday, March 27, 2015 NewsLeader A21

This week’s feature properties ...

OPEN SAT & SUN 2-4PM

OPEN SUN 2-4PM

7179 Buffalo Street, Burnaby

#101 7533 Gilley Road, Bby

1502 Dublin Street

Beautiful 5 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 2322 sf home on a huge 9906 sf lot on a gorgeous, quiet cul-de-sac residential street in prestigious Government Road neighbourhood, close to excellent schools, parks, shopping & Skytrain. This bright & spacious home feat LR w/vaulted ceilings & wood burning f/p, newer kitch cabinets, granite counters & newer white applces & open to DR, updated main bath, h/w & laminate flrs, newer HW tank, dble wndws, 3 year old roof, wrap around 659 sf deck w/view of Metrotown, lots of storage, dble carport & lovely private hedged backyard w/lots of lawn & in-ground pool. Home shows very well!

Beautiful 2 yr old, 3 level, 2 bdrms, 2 baths, 1067 sf + 461 sf tandem dble garage end unit in Casa D’Oro close to Skytrain, schools, shopping & recreation. This bright & spacious former show home feats high ceilings on main, modern white kitchen with Island & SS applcs, crown moldings, quality light fixtures + 3 ceiling fans, large closets with organizer, lots of built-in extra shelving & storage, sundeck + 2 patio/yard areas & 2 entrances.

Pets & rentals ok. Household & outdoor furniture negotiable. Shows extremely well.

Gorgeous 4 yr old, 5788 sf, custom built 7 bdrm, 7 bath home on 66’ x 132’ corner lot. This home boast very high-end finishing with wok kitch & Butler pantry, floor to ceiling wndws in stairwell, engineered stone & hdwd floors, awesome media room down, 2 bdrm legal suite down, double garage & single carport. Home needs to be viewed to appreciate it’s grandeur.

Priced at $1,198,000

Priced at $529,800

OPEN SUN 12-1:30PM

OPEN SUN 2-4PM

Priced at $1,800,000

OPEN SAT 12-1:30PM NEW PRICE

#203 525 Agnes St

#301 327 9th St

#310 225 Francis

#206 610 Victoria Street

Updated 690 sf, 1 bdrm condo in the Downtown district of New Westminster.

This bright South facing suite features new wide plank laminate floors, newer paint, white kitchen with pass through to dining area, insuite laundry & huge sunny balcony. Fully rainscreened building. Conveniently located just steps to Skytrain station, all the Downtown shops, restaurants, theatres, Quay & more.

Beautifully reno’d top floor 874 sq ft 2 bdrm 1.5 bath suite. Feats newer open kitch w/ granite counters & SS applcs, tile backsplash, newer baths, engineered HW laminate flrs, newer light fixtures, designer paint, master w/ walk in closet & much more. Building is well maint’d & managed, and has FREE shared laundry, sauna, meeting room, new boilers, roof, hallway upgrades, etc. 1 cat OK.

Welcome to this bright & spacious 2 bdrm + Den + 2 full Baths 907 sq ft view suite with River & Mtn views. This 5 yr old suite feats laminate & carpet flring, granite counters, SS applcs, stunning cabinetry, BI microwave, great layout w/bdrms separated, custom granite f/p mantle, designer paint feature walls & big covered deck facing the quiet, view side. Huge master bath w/soaker tub separate from walk in shower!

Building is pet & rental friendly. Full Rec facility w/huge gym, movie theater, social lounge w/ kitchen, study area &outdoor basketball court..

Spacious 2 bdrm & den, 2 full bath suite at the Point. This quiet courtyard facing unit is 1361 sf & feats floor to ceiling windows, SS applcs, granite counters & cozy f/p. The master bdrm has full ensuite bath & super large walk in closet. Large den could be used as a 3rd bdrm! Just steps to all D/T New West amenities.

Priced at $208,800 OPEN SAT 2-4PM

Priced at $248,800 OPEN SAT 2-4PM & SUN 12-2

Priced at $364,900

Priced at $439,800

OPEN SAT 12-1:30PM

#227 15 6th St

#1701 610 Victoria St

#412 509 Carnarvon St

#1603 69 Jamieson

2 bdrm, corner unit townhome in the desirable, Whistler inspired, “Crofton” complex. This bright suite features a quaint front porch, lots of windows, laminate & tile floors, gas f/p, pass through from kitchen to dining area, covered balcony off the living room, laundry upstairs & bright master bdrm with cheater ensuite. This award winning development is located just steps from beautiful Queens Park, Canada Games Pool, Justice Institute, shopping, transit, schools & more.

AWESOME views from this fabulous, 2 bdrm + den, 950 sf, 8 yr old suite at the “Point” in D/T New Westminster.

Feats laminate flrs, granite counters, SS applcs, insuite lndry, electric f/p, covered deck, 2 parking stalls, locker & more.

Bldg is well maint’d & managed & has indoor pool, swirl pool, exercise room, theatre & more.

Beautiful quiet & immaculate top floor 21 year old, 716 sf, 1 bdrm + storage room/den w/river views & just steps to Skytrain, Downtown, Quay, shopping & recreation. This lovely suite is very open w/gas f/p, insuite lndry, bright kitch w/ new Fisher Paykel fridge & eating area, laminate & tile floors, newer paint, cheater ensuite w/soaker tub & more. 2 small pets ok.

Stunning, unobstructed, 180 degree views of the North Shore mtns, Fraser River & Mt. Baker is what you will see from this bright 2 bdrm suite w/newer kitchen w/SS appl, breakfast bar, laminate flrs throughout, cozy gas f/p & a spacious balcony. This solid concrete bldg is well maint’d, w/updated plumbing, newer roof/boiler & ext. paint.

Great rec facilities including indoor pool, exercise room, swirlpool/sauna & billiards room. Unit comes w/storage locker & generous sized parking stall!

Priced at $379,900

Priced at $388,800

Priced at $229,900

Priced at $384,900

TeamDaveVallee.com 604.526.2888

REMAX Advantage Realty Each office independently owned and operated

The NewsLeader’s A-List 2012 - Best Realtor REMAX Advantage Realty’s Top Sales Team 2003-2013

Kellie Vallee

Pamela Adamchuk - Vallee

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AMAZING VALUE

8 fundamental reasons why Brentwood TWO is the best real estate value in Metro Vancouver.

1 2 3 4

THE VISION Over $1 billion invested SHOPPING & DINING 350+ of the best fashion, dining, grocery, entertainment and services are all downstairs SERVICE & SECURITY Shape’s commitment to own, operate and manage all properties in their portfolio ENDLESS VIEWS An average balcony size of 167 sq.ft. with amazing views from every home

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TRANSIT AT YOUR DOOR 100 steps to Brentwood SkyTrain station ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Expect big holiday celebrations, events, live music and public markets year round AMAZING HOMES Side-by-side washer dryer, integrated appliances and Burnaby’s best kitchen VERIFIED VALUE A sound investment with long-term appreciation & quality living

VISIT THE PRESENTATION CENTRE & THREE SHOW HOMES TODAY. 4567 LOUGHEED HIGHWAY, BURNABY (BRENTWOOD MALL). OPEN DAILY12-5PM THEAMAZINGBRENTWOOD.COM 604.563.8386 The developer reserves the right to make changes and modifications to the information contained herein without prior notice. This is not an offering for sale. E.&O.E.

WILLINGDON AVE.

NOW SELLING. TWO BEDROOM HOMES FROM $439,900 - $718,400 THREE BEDROOM HOMES FROM $886,900 - $2.9 MILLION

L O U G H E E D H W Y.

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Friday, March 27, 2015 NewsLeader A25

homes OPEN

BURNABY & NEW WESTMINSTER

7179 Buffalo Street, BBY SAT & SUN 2:00-4:00

#1701 - 610 Victoria Street, NW SAT 2:00-4:00 & SUN 12:00-2:00

#101 - 7533 Gilley Road, BBY SUN 2:00-4:00

#412 - 509 Carnarvon Street, NW SAT 12:00-1:30

#203 - 525 Agnes Street, NW SUN 12:00-1:30

806 4th Street, NW SAT & SUN 2:00-4:00

#301 - 327 9th Street, NW SUN 2:00-4:00

#309 - 7655 Edmonds Street, BBY SUN 2:30-4:30

#310 - 225 Francis Way, NW SAT 12:00-1:30

#209 - 580 12th Street, NW SUN 12:00-2:00

#227 - 15 6th Street, NW • SAT 2:00-4:00

To advertise in the

OPEN HOMES DIRECTORY call the NewsLeader at 604-438-6397

PREPARED FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE

BY THE

Come view your new home!

3415 Devonshire Avenue, Burke Mountain, PoCo

OPEN HOUSE

$989,000

Sat. mar. 28 & Sun., Mar. 29 12:00pm - 3:00 pm

• 3 Storey • Single family Home • 3600 sq. ft.

• 6 bedrooms KINGSWOOD CAPITAL CORPORATION

105 AVE

100 AVE

156 ST

104 AVE

154 ST

778-242-4112

152 ST

Contact: Dalvinder Sekhon

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...............1-8

4

FUNERAL HOMES

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS 42

LOST AND FOUND

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 115

EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HELP WANTED

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57 TRAVEL.............................................61-76

Burial Plot For Sale

CHILDREN ........................................80-98 EMPLOYMENT .............................102-198

Ocean View Cemetery

BUSINESS SERVICES...................203-387

Burnaby, B.C.

PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483

Accomidates one casket and one urn. Asking $10,500obo.

Private Sale.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587

RICHMOND KINSMEN ADULT DAY CENTRE Casual work available to provide Vacation, Leaves of Absence and work load relief

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IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

MARINE .......................................903-920

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

AGREEMENT

It is agreed by any Display or Classified Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event of failure to publish an advertisement shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for that portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only, and that there shall be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. The publisher shall not be liable for slight changes for typographical errors that do not lessen the value of an advertisement.

bcclassified.com reserves the right to revise, edit, classify or reject any advertisement and to retain any answers directed to the bcclassified.com Box Reply Service and to repay the customer the sum paid for the advertisement and box rental.

AB/BC Owner Operators Needed Shift Opportunities $1.20 Base Rate + Fuel Subsidy & Additional Premiums.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS 33

SOAR is Pacific Coastal Airline’s in-flight magazine. This attractive business & tourism publication is published bi-monthly (6 times/year).

Great impact for your BC Business. More than 280,000 passengers fly Pacific Coastal Airlines.

Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 or email fish@blackpress.ca

ON THE WEB:

bcclassified.com

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta.

Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training.

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

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

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

COPYRIGHT

Advertise across the Lower Mainland in the 15 best-read community newspapers.

For more details contact a Recruiter today or visit our website.

1-800-462-4766 www.bisondriving.com

INFORMATION

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

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

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board!

Funding options.

SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

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Please apply to Executive Director: Richmond Kinsmen Adult Day Centre Email: rkadc@telus.net Fax: 604-272-1328 Mail: #100- 6100 Bowling Green Road Richmond, BC V6Y 4G2

HELP WANTED

New Pay Package!

DISCRIMINATORY LEGISLATION

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

Qualifications: • Certification in college level Geriatric Activity program or equivalent education and experience.

• Work experience in Therapeutic activity programs for frail elderly, disabled and cognitively impaired adults.

• Proven ability to work cooperatively within a team setting.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

RENTALS ......................................703-757

bcclassified.com cannot be responsible for errors after the first day of publication of any advertisement. Notice of errors on the first day should immediately be called to the attention of the Classified Department to be corrected for the following edition.

ACTIVITY WORKER CASUAL

(1)250.338.6434

REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696 AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862

LOST: KEYS - set of 7, incl: 2 Abloy with black heads; 1 blue, 1 yellow.

About a month ago in Burnaby on Merritt St. Plse call 604-946-8448.

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

• 20/20 Designers • Cabinet Manufacturers • Warehouse Workers

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

Interested candidates should send an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889

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

•Must be physically fit with good communication skills.

•Must be accurate and have excellent attention to detail.

•Must be able to work well in a team environment.

•Must be able to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Call Christy 604-436-2472

for available routes email

Email circulation@burnaby newsleader.com

Those experienced with 20/20 Design, Machine Operators, Cabinet Manufacturing and with Warehouse experience will be given preference.

Food Service Supervisor Interwest Restaurants Operating as Wendy’s Restaurants

How to Apply: In person, mail, or email 1488 Main St. North Vancouver V7J 1C8 nvan@inwest.com

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

Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily

* 3698 Grandview Highway Vancouver V5M 2G9 grandview@inwest.com

Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street

F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com

* 5970 Kingsway Burnaby V5J 1H1 kingsway@inwest.com

EDUCATION

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Food Service Supervisor S Permanent, F/T, P/T, Shiftwork, Weekends, Day, Night & Eves S 6 positions available S $12.00/hr + benefits available (medical & dental) S Anticipated Start date (ASAP) S 1 to 2 years industry experience S Minimum Education: some high school required

JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE AT THE RESTAURANT

Visit us at: www.eurorite.com

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

(NOC: 6212)

This position involves the supervision of crew activities on shift to ensure high standards around people, product, cleanliness and exceptional customer service are fulfilled.

Please forward resume to: hr@eurorite.com Attention: Dave Semler or apply in person at: 212 - 19100 Airport Way Pitt Meadows, BC

New West 604.522.4900

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

.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

CARRIERS NEEDED

Day & Afternoon Shifts Available at Pitt Meadows Facility with Potential for Permanent Positions.

BENEFITS & UNION RATES!

CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD

RATES & AUDIT CLERK We have an opening for a Rates & Audit Clerk in our Pricing department. This position will conduct rate audits of existing billings and prepare online and telephone rates/quotes from customers. It will also provide minor customer service overflow support when required. In addition, this position will relieve the afternoon shift for five (5) to six (6) weeks a year as well as covering any sick leave.

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EDUCATION

PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT

Food Service Manager (NOC: 0631)

Interwest Restaurants Operating as Wendys Restaurants Food Service Manager S Permanent, F/T, P/T, Shiftwork Weekends, Day, Night & Eves S 4 positions available S $17.76/hr + benefits available (medical & dental) S Anticipated Start date (ASAP) S 1 to 2 years industry experience S Minimum Education: Completion of secondary school This position manages store operations including employees, facilities and equipment in order to ensure that standards around people, product, cleanliness and exceptional customer serice are fulfiled.

* 1359 Cliveden Ave Delta B.C. V3M 6C7 annacis@inwest.com wendyscareers@inwest.com

JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE AT THE RESTAURANT How to Apply: In person, mail, or email * 1488 Main St. North Vancouver, V7J 1C8 * 3698 Grandview Highway Vancouver, V5M 2G9

Executive Director of International Department, Sales and Marketing Sprott Shaw College is accepting applications for the position of Executive Director of the International Department. Reporting to the Vice President – International Department, the Executive Director will assist in implementing the strategic plan to advance the position of Sprott Shaw College internationally as a destination for international students. This permanent position, based out of our International Department in Vancouver, B.C. has an annual salary of between $70,000 and $80,000 (depending on experience) working 35 hours per week and includes a beneÄts package with Health and Dental plans.

For more information or to apply: Visit: sprottshaw.com/employment Email: hr1@sprottshaw.com

* 5970 Kingsway Burnaby, V5J 1H1 * 1359 Cliveden Ave Delta, V3M 6C7 wendyscareers@inwest.com

Have you lost something important?

Have you found something someone else has lost?

Place an ad in the Classifieds!

604.575.5555

Friday, March 27, 2015 NewsLeader A27

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

TRADES, TECHNICAL

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

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

For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889 Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

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

PERSONAL SERVICES 182

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

287

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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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 May 1

A great variety of 23 years of accumulation Rain or shine

RUBBISH REMOVAL 625

MOVING & STORAGE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

bythebay.com

SAND & GRAVEL SALES All types of sand & gravel 604-560-9255

372

604.488.9161

SUNDECKS

752

$45/Hr

Langley - SxS Duplex, 4 suites 8500s/f lot, full renod, new siding/ windows, rent $3400. $639K or $325K each side. 604-807-6565

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

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

627

604-537-4140

GARDENING

Fully Furnished & Equipped

REAL ESTATE 356

HOMES WANTED

MIRACLE MOVING

TRANSPORTATION

EXCELLENT RATES DISPOSAL Anything, anywhere. Free ests.

Call Rick anytime (604)329-2783.

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

•Lawn Cuts/Trim •Aerating •Leaf Cleanup •Power Rake •Hedge & Shrub Trimming •Pruning Trees •23 yrs. exp.

•Insured •Free Estimates

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

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

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821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

TREE SERVICES LOTS

630

604 - 720 - 2009 ~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

Brad 778-552-3900

SURREY: Lot for sale by owner.

9100 sf lot. 70 x 130. Ready to build new home. 12344 - 96 Ave. Surrey.

Asking $390,000obo. 778-881-4717

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

GIN GARDENER - Landscaping, Garden Care, Power Raking, Trimming & Paving Stones.

20 Yrs Exp. Reasonable Rates 604-781-1953 or 604-725-5561

MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca

RENTALS

(778)378-6683

2008 VW JETTA SEL, 5 spd, 4dr, white, 110,000kms.

2.5 litre gas. $7000/firm. 604-5384883

mikes hauling 604-516-9237

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION PERSONAL SERVICES 182

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

EXTRA CHEAP

706

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

JUNK / RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free! (778)997-5757

www.paintspecial.com

LINDEN GLEN APTS

2 coats any colour

A-1 EXTERIOR/ INTERIOR. Quality job, Senior rates, Free est, residential, commercial. Refs. 20 Yrs exp.

No job too small.Call 778-980-0717

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

338

Gold Hammer Home Renovation

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

Maple Ridge Central

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

477

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Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $625. 1-604-794-5844

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

(604) 467- 5271 709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL Westwood Corporate Centre

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

PRESSURE WASHING

POWER WASHING since 1982.

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

Call Mike 778-867-0841

PETS

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

PLUMBING

2963 Glen Drive ~ 4 story office building ~ In the heart of Coquitlam Centre surrounded by residential high rises, commercial business & Coquitlam shopping mall.

700sf-5000sf large office space

PITTBULL pups, born Feb 24th.

Blue/blue brindle. Gotti/razors edge. $1000-$1500. 604-765-0453

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

TOY POODLE PUPS 7 weeks old.

Chocolate brown. $800 each. Call 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

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Call Ian 604-724-6373

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

Certified crime free clean quiet building for mature adults only. 1 bdrm, gas f/p. No smokers No pets $600 + utils.

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604-461-0999

845 The Scrapper

Renovated, spacious & bright 1 & 2 Bdrm units. Small pet ok.

From $850/mo incl heat & HW. Near Highgate.

Running this ad for 10yrs

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

~ Hot water tanks ~ Gasfitting/Sheet metal

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BURNABY,

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

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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

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MOVING SALE. Saturday March 28th 10am - 4pm 5709 PIONEER AVE

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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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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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Central Creek Construction Refinish & Sand Hardwood & New Floors, Kitchens & Bathrooms, Build Decks, Painting & Crown Mouldings. Fencing. 28 yrs exp.

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