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Miro Fabian knows the ups and downs of the restaurant business. He closed his previous restaurant in Va n c o u v e r b e c a u s e o f health reasons, and he can’t afford to raise prices in his North Burnaby Hungarian restaurant, Danube, out of fear his customers will go elsewhere.

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Museum loses two stalwart volunteers Cice Brown, Rheta Skea had decades of service between them Wanda Chow wchow@burnabynewsleader.com

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Burnaby Village Museum lost two longtime volunteers in the span of two days last week with the passings of Cice Brown and Rheta Skea. Cice Brown, who died Jan. 24 at age 86, was heavily involved with her husband of 64 years, Dennis, in the restoration of both the museum’s carousel and the Interurban tram car. Over the years her many roles included serving as docent where she loved to interact with schoolchildren, as honourary reeve of the village in 2002, and as volunteer coordinator for the Interurban project. The museum’s conservator, Elisabeth Czerwinski, recalled in working with Brown that she was always positive and upbeat. “She stayed 18 to me, she never really got older. “She just charmed everyone and kept everyone happy,” she said. “She was like a substitute grandmother or even mother, depending on what age they knew her.” Czerwinski noted that even though her eyesight was failing due to macular degeneration it didn’t stop her from helping with the tram restoration. “We would come up with ways so she could still work ... She would just never stop,” she recalled. “’Normally it takes maybe 10 brush strokes to varnish this piece, you just do 20 and you’re bound to cover it.’ And she did and I’d check her work, give her the thumbs up and we’d go on to the next thing.” Rheta Skea, who died Jan. 23 at age 89, was a volunteer at the museum for more than three decades, receiving her 30-year pin in 2008. Much of her volunteer service was as part of a sewing circle whose members produced costumes for the museum’s interpreters and docents.

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Cice Brown, pictured here with her husband Dennis, died last week, after many years of volunteering with the Burnaby Village Museum. She and Dennis helped restore the Interurban tram car, and the historic carousel.

“She was an expert sewer and a wonderful knitter,” Czerwinski recalled. The museum’s Nancy Stagg noted that Skea was also a very active member of the Cameron Seniors Society and helped start the carpet bowling program at Cameron Recreation Centre.

Smart meters steal jobs: union BC Hydro’s conversion to smart meters has led to concerns being raised about health and privacy impacts, and potential damage to appliances during the installation of the devices. Now a local union is raising a new concern: job losses. David Black, president of Local 378 of the Canadian Of¿ce and Professional Employees Union, said in a letter to Burnaby city council that nearly 400 meter readers across the province, which it represents, will lose their jobs as a result. “Among all the other issues that come with smart meters—the impact on the meter readers is the most immediate and measurable,” Black wrote. “These layoffs will have a devastating impact on families and communities across B.C. “To date, the provincial government has simply ignored the issue. COPE 378 has tried several times to get an ‘anywhere, anytime’ meeting with various

premiers and ministers of energy to discuss smart meters and meter readers, to no avail.”

Cash for dike projects The City of Burnaby has been awarded $3.36 million in federal and provincial funding for Àood mitigation projects. The project being funded, upgrades to the Fraser River dike, will cost a total $5.04 million, with city hall funding the difference. Upgrades to Burnaby’s Fraser dike system were initiated after the province revised its 200-year Àood levels, the minimum dikes should protect against, to a higher standard based on current river conditions. According to city engineering director Lambert Chu, the funding announced Tuesday will go towards upgrades to: the section of dike on Fraser Park Drive from Tillicum Street to the east end; the section between

the Burnaby-New Westminster boundary and Meadow Avenue; the Wiggins Street/Wheaton dike; and the section between the Vancouver-Burnaby boundary and Patterson Avenue.

Local man honoured Burnaby resident Kelly Kwong is among 13 B.C. residents honoured recently for their commitment and dedication to veterans. The Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation includes a bar, which can be worn below of¿cial decorations on a veteran’s blazer, as well as a lapel pin and a certi¿cate. The commendation, intended primarily for veterans, is presented to individuals who have contributed to the care and well-being of veterans and to the remembrance of their contributions, sacri¿ces and achievements. wchow@burnabynewsleader.com

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A taste of a risky business Sixty to 70 per cent of new restaurants close within two years; it’s tough, customers can be Àckle but for many it’s a labour of love

manufacturing facilities (restaurants), so not only are you manufacturing on demand when somebody wants it, but you’ve got to manufacture it in a quick way.” There’s no school for restaurant owners, but many people believe they can run Grant Granger ggranger@burnabynewsleader.com one. Many think it would be fun. very morning at 7:30, Yet Tostenson says few Miro Fabian arrives bother to seek advice from his in the kitchen of his group before beginning their Danube European restaurant journey. in Burnaby Heights. “A lot of people feel the Hour after hour, he restaurant business is easy. slices, dices, sautés and They’ve got a recipe, get a simmers as he makes hearty lease and open and they’ve got central European dishes a job for life,” says Tostenson. like Hungarian Goulash, However, he points out MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER there’s more to it than cooking Hortobagy Pork Tenderloin, Jose Escobar is hoping he’s found the recipe for success with his Mexican restaurant on 6th Street in New delicious dishes. Restaurant and Transylvanian Wooden Westminster. Three previous restaurants in the same location all closed. Plate. owners have to know how to It’s what he knows. It’s what hire. They must familiarize no shortage of people who believe “There’s about a 60 to 70 per he does best. themselves with reams of human they can create a culinary nirvana. cent failure rate within the ¿rst two It’s also a struggle to keep going. resources regulations. Naturally, there Yet they do so at their own peril. years,” says Ian Tostenson, CEO “It’s always dif¿cult because you are also health and building code Often a restaurant is opening its and president of the B.C. Restaurant have to be in the restaurant 24 hours regulations to worry about, to say doors while another is closing across and Foodservices Association. a day,” says Fabian. “When you’re nothing of leasing issues. the street. And often it hadn’t been “The restaurant business is a not in there you’re thinking about it. “People see it not for what it is open long, either. complicated business. There are many Sometimes I’m so tired but I can’t and are generally under¿nanced and stop it, I have to pay the rent, I have to overtaxed from a time point of view. pay the people.” There’s just too many demands on the Recipe for restaurant success? He’d love to raise his prices to pay new owners,” says Tostenson. “Banks Location, location, location is an opportunity to gain a foothold for produce, staff and rent, but he don’t lend restaurants money very often key to success in the restaurant because they’ve slipped up? hasn’t done so in the 12 years he’s easily.” business, but so is research for Àrst• familiarize yourself with every been in the business. He’s too afraid Most rookie restaurateurs, he says, time restaurateurs, says Douglas step in the process before deciding to to. end up borrowing from friends and College hospitality management open, including lining up who will do “The problem is always the money, family or dipping into their savings, instructor Anton Kosztyo. the cooking and the serving because people don’t have the money,” says which tend to evaporate in no time at “No. 1, you have to know your if business is slow good staff will Fabian, who with his wife started with all. target market. You have to know who move on. The Budapest on Main Street, which “Time is of real essence to get a you built it for, then how to target • make sure food and service is they closed after he was incapacitated business up and running quickly,” says that market, how to build a menu, consistently high quality with severe arthritis for 18 months Tostenson. to build a restaurant to appeal to • keep up with food trends, like before they opened the Danube Compounding those concerns is the that market. You can’t appeal to organic and local food. in April 2009. “This is the worst current economy. everybody. You can be a steak house, • once open, keep expectations thing for us, lots of people staying Ever since 2008 consumers have you can be a family restaurant, you low. Restaurant owners who break at home. I can’t change the prices become picky when spending their can be a sports bar, but you can’t be even in their Àrst three years are because people will go away from the money. The HST and tougher drinking them all.” really doing well, and those that restaurant because of the price.” and driving regulations have deterred He suggests: get a two per cent return are doing them too. One couple Tostenson AN INTERESTING BUSINESS • studying who lives and works in exceptionally well. knows has owned a restaurant for 15 the area. What food do they like, “There are all sorts of variables,” Everyone, it seems, is fascinated years, normally having three or four when do they eat? Kosztyo says. “Be extremely cautious. by the restaurant industry. Everyone staff. Now it’s just the two of them. • check out the competition. Have You must have a reason, and you needs to eat, and everyone loves to they cornered the market or is there must believe in yourself.” judge what they’ve eaten. So there’s Please see ‘I TELL THEM GO AHEAD’, A9

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Burnaby gets lowest funding per student in B.C. Union-sponsored town hall on public education funding discusses decade of cuts

districts don’t get less money from one year to the next. Burnaby, the fourth largest district in the province, also doesn’t receive much in the way of Wanda Chow transportation funding and additional money for wchow@burnabynewsleader.com heating costs in colder climates, and for districts in Burnaby school district has the lowest provincial more remote areas of B.C. funding per student in B.C., said its school board Its international students don’t receive chair Larry Hayes. government funding and Burnaby’s online students “In Burnaby our enrolment is staying quite receive less funding than regular full-time students. stable,” Hayes said. Frank, one of the speakers at the meeting, told the “We’re basically being punished for that.” audience of about two dozen people that on Hayes was speaking at a town hall meeting the surface it appears provincial education on public education funding Thursday funding has kept up with inÀation over night at Schou Education Centre which was the past 10 years—until additional costs co-sponsored by the Burnaby Teachers’ mandated by Victoria are factored in. Association and the Canadian Union of “Then you would ¿nd it hasn’t.” Public Employees Local 379. Such additional costs include negotiated FRANK The district’s secretary-treasurer Greg salary increases, full-day kindergarten, Frank explained in an interview that the carbon offsets and the software tool to ¿gure is the result of adding up all the funding a calculate those offsets. district receives and dividing it by the number of The latest additional cost being downloaded students. is property insurance which had previously been The provincial average for the current school year funded from other government revenue sources, he is $8,472 per student, while in Burnaby it’s $7,565 said. It now has to be absorbed by school districts. per student. Burnaby school district has increasingly had to The numbers are even more stark when Burnaby turn to other revenue sources to fund its operating is compared to the average of the 18 smallest budget, which is currently $215 million. Of that, 92 districts in the province, whose combined population per cent is government funding compared with the is equal to Burnaby’s. provincial average of 95.1 per cent. Those districts receive an average of $11,604 per Burnaby is making up the difference with sources student. such as facility rentals ($900,000 a year), investment Frank said while Coquitlam had the lowest perpupil funding in the province for a number of years, a couple years ago Burnaby took on that distinction. Work Permits, P.R. Cards, citizenship, marriage, parents, visitor visas, PNPs He said it’s partly due to the province providing CanadaEasyVisa.com Experienced & Licensed additional funding to schools with dropping 604-649-9040 / 604-597-6661 enrolment, and also funding protection so those #266-12899-76 Ave, Surrey, B.C. V3W 1E6

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Five months into their job action against the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association, teachers seem to be turning the screws tighter in their effort to negotiate a new contract. After essentially working to rule through the ¿rst half of the school year, not writing report cards, not attending staff meetings nor performing other administrative duties, teachers are now making more visible displays of their frustration. Burnaby teachers recently held their second “mark-in,” taking tests and papers with them to a mall food court after school was done for the day to show the public how much of their work is done beyond regular school hours. On Friday, teachers across the province were urged to wear black, as their way of illustrating a “dark day in education.” The teachers’ choice of date was not insigni¿cant; Jan. 27 was the 10th anniversary of the Liberal government’s enactment of Bills 27 and 28, which stripped their contract of provisions for class sizes and composition. Both sides in the long-running dispute are still at the bargaining table, but there’s little sign of progress. Meanwhile, parents and students are caught in the middle. Without the feedback from proper report cards, parents can’t get a true reading on where their children stand, how they’re progressing, what areas might need remedial help. Students may also be suffering. While it’s hard to dispute the dedication and hard work of the teachers, even in the face of this contract squabble, as the impasse drags on it will be more and more dif¿cult for them to shield their frustration from their classrooms. Both sides say they’re looking out for the future. The teachers say they are ¿ghting for the future of education. The government says it is ¿ghting for the province’s ¿nancial future. The time to settle their differences is now.

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BCTF skips math homework VICTORIA – Teachers in parts of B.C. wore black on Friday to mark the 10th anniversary of legislation that their union insists “stripped” their “right” to control staf¿ng levels in public schools. This crucial management tool was abruptly taken back in 2002 by the B.C. Liberal government’s huge majority. Too abruptly, according to a B.C. Supreme Court judge last year. The court decision stemmed from a landmark Supreme Court of Canada ruling that led to $80 million in compensation for contract-breaking in the B.C. health care support sector at around the same time. In the B.C. Teachers’ Federation case, the judge gave the provincial government a year to consult and come up with a replacement to the offending legislation, which will then cease to be in effect. That year is running out, with no more progress being made than the talks to replace the BCTF’s expired union contract. The pattern of all this is drearily familiar. The B.C. government has already tabled legislation to wrest

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control of teacher discipline away from the union, after an outside expert found that a convicted drug dealer and a sex offender had managed to get their teaching credentials restored. After the legislature resumes sitting, conÀict-weary parents can expect to hear of new legislation to address the class size and special needs support issue. And there will likely also be an imposed contract, with the two-year “net zero” wage mandate that has already been accepted by most other government unions. After months of fruitless meetings, political posturing and work-to-rule action, the BCTF ¿nally tabled a revised contract offer last week, typically by staging a news conference in Vancouver before sharing the offer with the government’s bargaining agent.

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It called for wage increases of three, six and six per cent, plus bene¿t improvements that tinkered with the breathtakingly extravagant demands the union tabled last year. The BCTF estimated the package would cost a mere $300 million in the ¿rst year. “Show your work,” my math teachers used to tell me, but the BCTF didn’t show its calculations. Union of¿cials dismissed the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association’s $2 billion cost estimate of their initial demands as “enormously inÀated,” but didn’t show how or by how much. BCPSEA crunched what numbers the union gave them in the new proposal, and came up with a ¿rst-year cost of nearly $500 million. The BCTF, again to the media rather than at the bargaining table, allowed that its total package would cost $565 million. Again, no calculations were produced. BCPSEA estimates the union’s proposal would cost an additional $880 million over three years. And that’s not counting the union’s demand for $300 million a year to reduce class sizes and increase

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special needs support staff. Teachers are still being compensated under the ¿nal terms of a contract that provided 16 per cent in wage increases over ¿ve years, in the midst of a harsh recession. And here’s a fun math fact. With percentage wage increases, three plus six plus six doesn’t equal 15. It’s closer to 16, because later raises are calculated on a larger base. So on wages alone, the BCTF wants the same in three years that it just got in ¿ve, at a time when private sector unions take layoffs and wage cuts, and the province is billions in the red. The president of the Langley Teachers’ Association went on CKNW radio and succinctly summed up the BCTF’s position. Raise income taxes across the board. Gordon Campbell cut everyone’s taxes by 25 per cent in 2001, and cut education to pay for it. They’re still ¿ghting the 2005 election. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press

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COMMENT Tories hell-bent on pushing pipeline through to Burnaby At a gathering of the BC Chamber of Commerce in Vancouver recently, Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver declared that neither “radical environmental groups” nor “over-lengthy regulatory processes” is going to deter the Harper government from shipping crude oil to China. He argues that Canada better quickly line up China as a customer of Alberta oil or some other competing country will. He just as well might have said to hell with public consultation, and environmental risks be damned: we’re going after the money. We might have expected a bit more cautiousness regarding the concerns of First Nations, but here too Oliver says the Conservative government will not let opposition from that quarter deter them either. As he sees it, a requirement to consult does not mean an agreement must be the result. So, one thing is clear. The Harper government wants the National Energy Board (NEB) to approve the Enbridge application to build the Northern Gateway pipeline, and it wants it sooner rather than later. The question is: What will the federal Conservatives do if they cannot get their way? Is there a Plan B? Well, there is a second pipeline proposal that isn’t getting as much attention as it should: the twinning of the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline. It has been operating since the 1950s and there doesn’t seem to be a right-of-way issue, so NEB public hearings probably would not be lengthy. The most attractive aspect is that twinning could increase carriage capacity up to 700,000 barrels a day, signi¿cantly more than the proposed northern pipeline. During the past year Kinder Morgan has been testing corporate interest in the twinning idea through a so-called “open season” that now has been extended to mid-February 2012. Given the body blow President Obama delivered to the American Keystone project, and the rising Canadian opposition to the Northern Gateway proposal, Harper and company might ¿nd the doubling of an already existing pipeline a compelling alternative to the Enbridge scheme. The terminus of Trans Mountain, of course, is in Burnaby, the scene of a 2007 pipeline rupture in its Westridge residential area. The spill this week at Trans Mountain’s Abbotsford tank farm was a stark reminder of the earlier accident. Both incidents underscore the fact that there is a risk associated with oil pipelines. And it seems reasonable to assume that doubling a pipeline doubles the risk of a spill. And what about tankers to take away the crude stuff? Won’t more be needed, and won’t that increase the chances of an accident in harbour or at sea? These will be some of the legitimate questions Burnaby residents as well as their neighbours around Burrard Inlet and beyond will be asking should Kinder Morgan seek NEB approval to twin its Trans Mountain pipeline. As likely as not, however, they may ¿nd themselves subjected to attack by an ideologically-driven federal government that seems prepared to declare war on anyone who doesn’t accept its dogma. Bill Brassington, Burnaby

BIG OIL IS CALLING THE SHOTS Re: Questioning U.S. ‘environmentalists’ (BC Views, NewsLeader, Jan. 25) Tom Fletcher’s comments are not new. They echo Harper’s Conservative spin doctors, all bought and paid for with Enbridge’s Ethical Oil money. No longer do they think about what is good for the planet, the country or families. Now, it’s all about investing in Big Oil. I hear you say “The oil industry promises jobs.” Job creation is a myth. A recent article revealed that more jobs are lost, not gained, in the oil industry. Also, the jobs are temporary, because oil is a nonrenewable resource. The First Nations ways of life will be destroyed. Entire communities will go without life-giving ¿sh, game and wildlife once Big Oil rapes and pollutes the land. A good example of a community that lost its way of life is Attawapiskat, ON, where these First Nations came to poverty rather than prosperity when the nearby diamond mines destroyed the community’s natural way of life. Climate change is real, but Big Oil won’t admit that, or else, ethically they would have to walk away from the oil business. Climate change is a global issue. As a result of Big Oil and Harper’s Conservatives’ lack of conscience in this regard, I’m glad to see that some wealthy people of inÀuence have found their voices to speak up on behalf of the environment and say no. It is the only truly ethical action to take. E. Harrison, Burnaby

MAKEOVER WILL ADD PRESTIGE Re: Towers in town centres just make sense (Letters, NewsLeader, Jan. 27) I totally agree with Miguel Reimer’s letter where he describes the pros of the proposed transformation of Brentwood Town Centre. Rick McGowan should take a deep breath and reduce his negative attitude on this issue. With every change there are always pros and cons, but in this case the pros far outweigh the cons. The projection for the next decade shows that the population of Burnaby will increase by thousands and thousands of people. If the projection is right where are all these people going to live? Geographically, we don’t have much room to spread laterally, so the only thing to do, as Mr. Reimer points out, is go upwards. I attended the meeting at Brentwood mall on the subject a couple of weeks ago. I looked at the project, asked a few questions, and came home with a positive outlook on the future look of our neighbourhood. The transformation will make our area an even more prestigious neighbourhood to live in. It will also increase the value of our properties. As for the cons, let’s direct our energy towards those issues with our politicians. But, as I said before, let’s not cut the apple tree because of a few rotten apples! Frank Di Cesare, Burnaby

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was seeking council approval Jan. 30, would “set out how watershed resources will be better managed to balance land development with environmental protection, preservation and enhancement.” As Eagle Creek Àows into Burnaby Lake, the study would include looking at issues such as minimizing erosion and resulting problems with sedimentation in the lake, habitat enhancements, improving water quality in the stream and reducing pollution.

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for Thursday, July 12, with road closures from 4 to 10 p.m. on the race route—Hastings Street, Rosser Avenue, Albert Street, Gilmore Avenue and MacDonald Avenue. After a two-year hiatus, the Giro returned in 2011 and attracted 5,000 spectators. The race is part of BC Superweek, with a total of nine races across the Lower Mainland.

City to host bigwigs Burnaby city hall is hosting the 2012 Western Cities Chief Administrative Of¿cer and Human Resources Conference which typically attracts 200 to 400 delegates from across Western Canada. The conference—proposed for Oct. 1 to 4—is expected to provide economic bene¿ts through additional visitors to the city and positive media exposure for Burnaby. The City of Lethbridge saw more than $200,000 in direct spending bene¿ts when they hosted the conference in 2010, according to a city staff report. Burnaby council is considering a request for $100,000 in contingency funding for the event, which could see more than $313,000 in revenues from registration fees alone if 350 delegates register.

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“If they go away they have to close their business. For the small independent guys it’s really tough. Not to say it hasn’t been for the bigger guys, but they have enough resources to weather the storm. What’s going to make them a success is restaurants delivering really good quality, exceptional value, great service, that are really pulling out all the stops to attract a customer base. Those are the ones who will survive.” AUTHENTIC MEXICAN

Although he’d worked in a restaurant before, up until last year Jose Escobar had earned his living as a painter and roofer. But his family owns restaurants in the United States so he wanted to try it here. Last May, he opened Taqueria Playa Tropical and is serving what he calls real Mexican fare on Sixth Street in New Westminster. It’s a spot where many restaurants have come and gone. “I just wanted to try here,” says Escobar. “Everything is a risk, but if you never try you never know. Right now I’m paying the bills. People like the food, they’re always happy, but we need more customers.” The upbeat Escobar says he’ll give it about 18 months, and if it’s still slow then maybe he’ll change things such as instituting a bigger menu. “I like it the way it is because when you have a big menu you have a lot of headaches.” If Escobar had come to The Danube’s Miro Fabian before opening his restaurant, Fabian says that, despite the challenges and stresses involved, he wouldn’t have tried to talk him out of it. Especially if they have the passion for it. “It’s everybody’s decision,” says Fabian. “If somebody wants to do a restaurant, I tell them go ahead.”

D TEbook EVENTS The Ultimate Comedy Show: Variety comedy show hosted by Roman Danylo including sketch, stand-up and improv. When: Friday, Feb. 3, 8 p.m. Where: Studio Theatre, Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby. Info: shadboltcentre. com. Lucky D’s Singles Dance: Dance with band Front Page. Sandwiches and coffee included in price of admission. When: Saturday, Feb. 4, doors 7 p.m., dance 8 p.m. Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Cost: $20. Info: 604-535-8801. Burnaby French Language Playschool Open House: Visit the non-profit, parent-participation preschool, meet the ECE-qualified bilingual teachers and discover the benefits of early language learning. When: Saturday, Feb. 11, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Portable – Ecole Marlborough School, 6060B Marlborough Ave., Burnaby (off Sanders Street). Info: 604-4321323 or www.bflp.org.

The War Between Us screening: Directed by Anne Wheeler, The War Between Us takes place during WWII in the interior of B.C. and deals with the effect of the Canadian government’s policy of internment on the West Coast Nikkei community. Screening commemorates 70th

$ anniversary of Japanese-Canadian internment in 1942. When: Thursday, Feb. 2, 7 p.m. Where: National Nikkei Museum & Heritage Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby. Info: 604-777-7000. Changing the Way We Feed Cities: Peter Ladner, author of The Urban Food Revolution, will speak and sign copies of his book. When: Saturday, Feb. 4, book signing 1-2 p.m., speaking engagement 3-4 p.m. Where: River Market, Wild Rice at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr., New Westminster. Info: rivermarket.ca. Magic show: Ypres Chapter #48 OES presents International Magic Professionals, Trevor and Lorena Watters performing cutting-edge illusions, amazing sleight-ofhand effects with lots of audience participation. When: Saturday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m. Where: Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., New Westminster. Tickets: $20. Info and tickets: 604521-5050 or www.masseytheatre. com.

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TAKE NOTICE THAT the City Council proposes to adopt Bylaw No. 13041 cited as “Burnaby Highway Closure Bylaw No. 1, 2012” pursuant to Section 40 of the Community Charter. The purpose of the proposed bylaw is to close and remove the dedication of certain portions of highway – closure of a portion of Bainbridge Avenue road allowance adjacent to 2830 Bainbridge Avenue (all that portion of road in District Lot 59, Group 1, New Westminster District, dedicated by Plan 52579 containing 128.8m²) shown outlined and described as Parcel A on Reference Plan prepared by G.N. Holme, B.C.L.S. It is proposed to place this bylaw before City Council for consideration of Final Adoption at the regular Council Meeting scheduled for 2012 March 05. The proposed Bylaw and Plan may be inspected at the ofﬁce of the City Clerk, 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, British Columbia, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays between 8:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. and Thursdays between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Anyone who considers themselves affected by the proposed bylaw is provided an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting the bylaw to Burnaby City Council by submitting a letter addressed to: Mayor and Council, 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, B.C. V5G 1M2. All submissions must be received by the City Clerk no later than Noon, Wednesday, 2012 February 29. Anne Skipsey ACTING CITY CLERK Burnaby City Hall 4949 Canada Way Burnaby, BC V5G 1M2

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marmots and squirrels. And while it may seem like bad weather would result in more sick and injured animals being admitted to their care centre, Yolanda Brooks, WRA’s communications director, says they see more creatures when the sun is shining and temperatures warm up. That’s because there’s more people venturing outdoors and happening upon distressed birds and critters. Without their curiousity and caring, nature would likely takes its course. W hen finding a floundering bird, Brooks says people should keep cats away and obser ve it first for 20 or 30 minutes to ensure it’s not just stunned. If the bird is still struggling, wrap it gently into a towel and place it in a box. Keep the bird in a dark, quiet spot and don’t tr y to feed it. Then call the Wildlife Rescue Association for further advice. The care centre’s number is 604-5267275.

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Advertise across Advertise across the the Advertise across the Lower Mainland Mainland in Lower in lower mainland in the 18 best-read the 18 best-read thecommunity 17 best-read community community newspapers and newspapers and newspapers. dailies. 53 dailies. ON THE WEB: ON THE WEB:

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS 33

INFORMATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

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

EARN EXTRA CASH! - P/T, F/T Immediate Openings For Men & Women. Easy Computer Work, Others Positions Are Available. Can Be Done From Home. No Experience Needed. www.HWC-BC.com

DENIED CANADA PENSION plan disability benefits? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-7933222. www.dcac.ca

HOME BASED BUSINESS We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

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PERSONALS

DATING SERVICE. LongTerm/Short-Term Relationships, FREE TO TRY!!! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call: #7878 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1. Call: 1-866-311-9640 or #5015. Meet Local Single Ladies. 1877-804-5381. (18+).

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TRAVEL

Bring the family! Sizzling Specials at Florida’s Best Beach! New Smyrna Beach, FL. See it all at: www.nsbfla.com/bonjour or call 1-800-214-0166 CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO Risk Program. STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Free Consultation. Call Us Now. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248

Tulalip Resort Casino Tour Bus Every Thursday $8.00/per person Includes: $5 slot ticket, $15 match play & free lunch (Value $5) etc… Call for reservations:

604-273-3033

JAVITA COFFEE NEW BUSINESS OPP.

Drink Coffee, $hare & Earn Money! Check Out This Fantastic Opportunity. Sunday, Feb. 5th 1:00-2:00pm Eaglequest Golf Coyote Creek 7778 152nd. St. Surrey

First 25 registrations receive a $50 COFFEE GIFT! Jana 604.789.8149 Susan 778.888.0600

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CLASS 1 DRIVERS WANTED! Sign bonus $2000 for Owner/op ph: 604-598-3498/fax: 604-598-3497

HIGHWAY TRUCK LOW BED DRIVER

for Dorman Timber Location Harrison Mills, must have a minimum of five years low bedding exp. Hauling various types of logging equipment in the Fraser Valley.

Competitive Wages! E-mail: mikayla. tamihilog@shaw.ca or Fax: 604-796-0318

CHILDREN

NEW MONTESSORI DAYCARENOW OPEN. CALL 604.522.1586, edithsmontessori.com

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AUTOMOTIVE

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS. Salmon Arm GM on Shuswap Lake in beautiful British Columbia requires Full-Time journeyman Automotive Technicians. Email: mikeg@salmonarmgm.com fax: 1-250-832-5314. EXPERIENCED PARTS PERSON required for progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 Store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send Resumes to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net.

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS to Every Hunter in BC! Advertise in The BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis 2012-2014 publication. Increased circulation 250,000 copies! Tremendous Reach, Two Year Edition! Contact Annemarie at 1 800 661 6335 or hunt@blackpress.ca Be Your Own Boss! Attention Locals! People req. to work from home online. Earn $500$4500+ P/T or F/T. Toll Free 1.877.880.8843 leave mess.

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Star Fleet Trucking HIRING!! DRIVERS, FARMERS, RANCHERS & RETIREES with 2003 or newer 1-Ton duallie, diesel; pickups & 8’box to deliver new travel trailers & fifth wheels from US manufacturers to Canadian dealers. Free IRP plate for your truck and low insurance rates! Prefer commercial Driver’s License. Top Pay! Call Craig 1-877-890-4523 www.starfleettrucking.com

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HELP WANTED

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. requires a Spray Foam & Paint Applicator. Must have minimum 2 years experience, and must be in good physical health. Great wages, benefits, bcclassified.com full insurance package 100% paid by company, savings plan for retirement, profit sharing bonus, long term employment. Wages $33. - $35./hour. Join a winning team. Call 780-846-2231 for appointment or send resume to: Fax 780-846-2241 or email Blaine Ross at blaine@autotanks.ca or Basil Inder at: production@autotanks.ca

CARRIERS NEEDED YOUTH and ADULTS

Deliver newspapers (2x per week) on Wednesdays and Fridays in your area. Papers are dropped off at your home with the flyers pre-inserted! Call Christy 604-436-2472 for available routes email Email circulation@burnaby newsleader.com

DELIVERY PERSONS

YELLOW PAGES PHONE BOOKS Mature persons with car or truck to deliver Yellow Pages™ Telephone Directories in the Vancouver area.

Call 1-800-661-1910 or 604-421-9171 Mon.- Fri. 8 am - 4 pm

An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty mechanic for field and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780723-5051

HOSPITALITY

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RETAIL

FASHION SALES PEOPLE

BUILDING MANAGER/ CONCIERGE Five Star Building Maintenance has an immediate F/T openings (d/t only) for experienced & enthusiastic Building Managers/Concierges.

NU-WEST Construction Products seeks a key individual to fill the role of Customer Service Representative in our Richmond Branch. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing quotes, orders and ensuring customer satisfaction. We offer a competitive salary to be negotiated, group benefits,and bonus program. Apply by Fax 888.853.5795 or email humanresources@nu-west.ca

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You are experienced performing administrative duties and coordinating activities related to managing buildings. You have the ability to communicate with building residents, co-workers and the general public in a pleasant and courteous manner and are able to work alone or with others.

Please fax resumes to: 604-528-8084 or email Cocosclothestoyou@shaw.ca Only those with these qualiﬁcations will be considered.

We offer attractive wages including comprehensive health & dental benefits.

Please email your resume to resumes@ﬁvestarbc.ca or fax to 604-435-0516

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EDUCATION

Needed for a Part-Time Position, 1-2 weekdays, approx. 5 hours per day No evenings or weekends. If you enjoy fashion sales and working with seniors, this position is for you. Requirements: clothing sales experience & own transportation. Position is for immediate start.

You must be able to provide criminal record check and possess a valid BC Security licence.

EDUCATION

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Register for any Sprott-Shaw Community College program between Dec. 1, 2011 - Feb. 29, 2012 and receive up to $1000* towards tuition. Learn more at sprottshaw.com/gift *Some conditions apply

TRAIN TO BE A PRACTICAL NURSE IN NEW WEST TODAY! With the aging population, Healthcare & Healthcare providers are some of the hottest career opportunities available. Practical Nursing is one of the fastest growing segments in healthcare. Train locally for the skills necessary in this career field.

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assistance. Funding available. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

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Like music and a team environment? No experience nec, no telemarketing, 10 openings available. Call Erica at 604-777-2195

Become a Psychiatric Nursetrain locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com

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HELP WANTED

All Sports Minded Individuals!!! $11 - $20/hr!

AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783

TRAIN TO BE AN Apartment/Condominium Manager at home! We have jobs across Canada. Thousands of graduates working. 31 years of success! Government certified. www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-6658339, 604-681-5456.

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MEDICAL TRAINEES needed now! Hospitals & Doctors need well trained staff. No experience needed! Local training & job placement available. Call for more info! 1-888748-4126.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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PORT HARDY-Available immediately, working Bodyshop Manager. Painter/Bodyman. Competitive pay, benefits and bonuses. Also looking for a Journeyman GM Technician. Send resumes to Attention Cory, klassengm@gmail.com or fax 250949-7440.

604.520.3900 www.sprottshaw.com

CALL NEW WEST:

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

EXPERIENCED DRILLERS, Derrickhands, Motorhands and Floorhands. Seeking full rig crews. Paying higher than industry rates and winter bonus. Send resume c/w valid tickets. Fax 780-955-2008; info@tempcodrilling.com Phone 780-955-5537. MILLWRIGHT JOURNEYMAN BCTQ certification mandatory. Fulltime opening @ West Coast Reduction Ltd in Vancouver. Competitive wage and benefits. Email resumes to rpretorius@wcrl.com

PERSONAL SERVICES 173E

HEALTH PRODUCTS

$10 CASH BACK for every pound you lose. Herbal Magic. Lose Weight Guaranteed! Call Herbal Magic now at 1-800-827-8975 for more information. Limited time offer.

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

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HELP WANTED

Looking to relocate to the Beautiful Okanagan?

Silver Star Ski Resort Ltd requires a Retail Operations Manager to oversee all of our Retail and Rental Operations. This position will be responsible for stafﬁng and service, providing strategic direction and leadership with regards to productivity and customer satisfaction. He or she is responsible for managing budgets, and overseeing the retail/rental team in order to drive revenue growth, increase productivity and promote a high level of customer satisfaction. The Retail/Rental Operations Manager is also required to communicate the implementation of new programs to store level management and employees, and ensure that rules and regulations are observed by every employee in the company. Six or more years previous management experience in a retail environment with proven leadership abilities. Strong technical knowledge of both soft and hard goods as it relates to the ski/board/bike industry is an asset. Silver Star Ski Resort offers competitive salary packages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Closing date: February 10th, 2012. Qualiﬁed applicants should contact Human Resources at: hr@skisilverstar.com

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ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING Qualified, Experienced Staff. ROCKPOINT small bus. support. 604-541-9918, 604-220-6773

ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING SERVICES 30 years experience, Business, Non-profit Organizations, Housing & Personal taxes, payroll. Gilles 604-789-7327, 604-946-0192 www.scorpio-consulting.com

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PETS

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 CHIHUAHUA, 5 year old, female, very sweet & clean, $450. Call 604794-7347

REAL ESTATE 615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

Steel Buildings STEEL OF A DEAL - BUILDING SALE! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

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HOMES WANTED

ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES Male/Female, shots, micro-chip, vet checked, health guarantee. $2400. Call 604-970-3807. LAB X PUPPIES, black, 1st shots, dewormed, ready now $300. 604807-9255

329 PAINTING & DECORATING Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com Interior Painting. Drywall Repairs. Textured Ceiling Repair. Free Estimates. Call (778)709-1081

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS AT NORTHWEST ROOFING Re-roofing, Repair & New Roof Specialists. Work Guar. WCB.10% Senior’s. Disc. Jag 778-892-1530

ARCO DRYWALL Ltd. Board, Tape Texture, Frame. New & Reno’s. 20 yrs exp, free est Mike 604-825-1500

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GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HIGH CALIBER CONSTRUCTION • Kit. • Bath • Remodels • Finishing Reno King Since 1972 778-837-0771

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

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Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 INTERIORS: Baths (renos/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc. VERSTILE! EXPERIENCED IN OVER 30 LINES OF WORK! * Quality work * Prompt Service * Fair prices For positive results Call Robert SERVICE CALLS WELCOME

Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, gates, alum roof. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

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TREE SERVICES A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports

Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

PETS 477

PETS

BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, vet check $600. (604)796-3026. No Sunday calls BLUETICK COON HOUND PUPS, born Dec 1st, females only, $350. Call: (604)856-7316 BORDER COLLIE/LAB/shepherd X, black 18 mos old, med/lrg neutered, family friendly dog, loves to play $100 to good home (604)302-5191 Cairn Terriers: shots/dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. over 20 yrs of referrals. 604-807-5204 or 604-592-5442/604-854-1978 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

BUILDING SUPPLIES

STEEL BUILDINGS FOR ALL USES! Beat the 2012 steel increase. Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands NOW! Call for FREE Brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170.

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FURNITURE

MATTRESSES staring at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

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MISC. FOR SALE

CAN’T GET UP your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591. Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991

WE BUY HOMES BC The OLDER. The DIRTIER. The BETTER. Flexible Terms. Quick Closing. Call us First! 604.657.9422

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

1996 NORTEC mobile home, 14x70. Clean and bright, sunken liv. rm., lam. floors, attached room and deck. Must be moved. $42,000. (604)626-4294

REAL ESTATE

But Dead Bodies!!

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

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

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

MALAMUTE WOLF Cross - 10 wks, 1st shots, dewormed. Great temperament. Mostly white. 1 M, 3 Fem. $700 ea. (604)319-8419 Registered Belgian Shepherd Tervuren. Import lines. 1-250-392-5531 dmcyr@wlake.com

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.

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If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

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ACREAGE

LANGLEY, BC, 31.24 acres In ALR, flat land, good drainage, creek. 10 acres in cottonwood trees balance in mixture of pasture and bush. Qualifies for farm taxes. Older barn. Lovely building site for dream home. Drilled well, plentiful excellent water, designated septic field. 5 Minutes to hospital, shopping complex & indoor pool. $1,800,000. Call: (604)534-2748

MORTGAGES

Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

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RENTALS 706

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GREENHOUSE FOR LEASE for flowering & bedding plants. Retail and wholesale. Fully computerized and automated system. 2.5 acres incl. greenhouse. Approx. 43,000 covered area. 1.5 acres set up for outside use. City water. High traffic area. 5498 Gladwin Rd., Abbts. Call 604-807-3910 for more info.

COQUITLAM nr Como Lake 2 bdrm 1100 sf. W/D on site Feb 1 NS/NP $1000+1/3 utils. 604-312-3795

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1 BED suite w/view. Incl. 2 TV’s, w/d, s/s, built-in office. $1095. 778945-4507 BURNABY

Super Clean ONE Bedrooms

BURNABY & COQUITLAM

Spacious 2 & 3 Bdrm T/hses 2 Bdrm Apartments With accessible amenities, in safe family oriented communities of Coquitlam, North Burnaby. Market rents from $875 - $1175 for 2 - 3 bdrm units. Pet friendly.

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2 Bedroom Apartment between $26,400 & $32,400

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2 Bedroom Townhouse between $33,600 & $38,400

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3 Bedroom Townhouse between $36,000 & $42,000

Quiet & well maintained bldg. Includes heat & hot water. On site manager. Cat okay.

If your income is between $41,000 and $60,000 you will be qualified for market rent.

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Secure parking available. For viewing call:

If your income is lower than these ranges call BC Housing 604-433-2218

Call 604- 522-5230

For further info call 604-451-6075 to view

BURNABY

Well maintained 2 bdrms with 1.5 washroom. Includes cable, heat & hot water. Secure parking avail. On site manager. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Quiet & well maintained bldg., walk to Highgate Mall & transit. Cat okay. For viewing....

BURNABY WHATTLEKAINUM HOUSING CO-OP ORIENTATION COQUITLAM

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

Call (604) 931-2670

** 6960 ELWELL ST ** Near HighGate Mall (formerly known as Middlegate) Quiet, spacious 2 & 1 Bdrms & Bachelor suites. Newly reno’d. Incls: Balcony, prkg, heat & h/wtr

604-525-2661

Villa Del Mar 6630 Telford Ave.

Bright large newly reno’d 1 and 2 bedroom suites for rent. Freshly painted, new hardwood floors, huge balcony. Only 2 min walk to Metrotown Mall. Please call 778-994-2334 to view. Move in TODAY! BURNABY

Walker Manor

BURNABY

NEW WESTMINSTER

DORIC MANOR 236 - 8th St. Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm suites for rent. Includes heat / hot water and cable. Close to Massey Theatre, Douglas College, Royal City Mall.

Phone: 604-522-9153

6985 Walker Ave

MAPLE PLACE TOWERS 1 Bdrm Apts starting at $950 2 Bdrm Apts starting at $1200 Heat and hot water included. Dishwasher, fridge, stove, balcony, shared laundry. Avail Immed. Close to amen, schools and mall.

Call 604-421-1235 www.aptrentals.net New West. Crown Manor 430 – 9th Street. 1 bdrm apart, on site ldry, 1 parking spot. Close to shops, all amens, great loc. Heat & hot water incl. $760/m. 604-451-6676 PORT MOODY. Tides @ 300 Klahanie 2 bdrm ground flr apt, greenbelt, patio, 2 pkng, canoe club amens. N/S, N/P. 604-469-1985.

Bright large 1 bedroom for rent in a newly reno’d building. Large balcony, freshly painted with hardwood floors. 2 Min walk to Highgate Mall & all major transit.

Please call 778-994-2334 PORT COQUITLAM

CEDARWAY APT Bright & Clean 1 & 2 Bdrms D/W, Heat and hot water included. Close to schools, shopping & public transportation.

Call 604-837-4589 www.aptrentals.net

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Woodland surroundings, on Forest Grove Drive. Good location, close to schools, SFU and Lougheed Mall. No subsidies available. $10 application fee. Maximum housing charges; 2 bdrms $899/mo. 3 bdrms. $1009/mo. & 4 bdrms. $1112/mo. Shares $2500.

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2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 k’s. auto. Mags. $6795/obo. (604)826-0519

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2005 TRAIL-BAY 31BH Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.

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PITT MEADOWS. 2 & 3 bdrm. in family complex. Close to bus, schools & shopping. Ref’s req’d. Small pets okay, $1030/$1134/mo. Avail. immed. 604-465-1938.

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S. Surrey: Upper 3bed, 2bath, $1200. Lower 3bed, 2bath, $800. Utilities not incl. 604-616-2331

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1999 CHEVY VENTURE, white, auto, rebuilt trans, head gasket, new brakes, $2495. (604)826-0519

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NO SUBSIDIES AVAILABLE Orientation: Sunday, February 5th 1:30 p.m. at 51A-8740 Forest Grove Dr. Phone 604-420-2442 RENTALS: These listings cover all types of rentals from apartments, condos, office space, houseboats and vacation homes. So if you’re in the market to rent, or looking for a roommate, start here. Call bcclassified.com 604.575.5555

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