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ver the years, the countless food bank volunteers who help SHARE feed Tri-Cities families have given much, much more than just hampers.

Joyce Lissimore is a longstanding volunteer who organizes the Port Coquitlam food bank depot. She’s known for her work with the local homeless population, which relies heavily on the Trinity United Church depot for survival.

She chuckles quietly to herself as she recalls how the trunk of her car is full to the brim with books right now — she’s collecting donations of old children’s books and novels from Port Coquitlam and Port Moody libraries.

“We have low-income families, and you’re going to feed your family before you buy a book,” she says. “The homeless can get books too. They cannot have a library card, because they don’t have an address.

Paul vanPeenen/NOW Some of them even bring the Jeff Farah, a local realtor, volunteers once a week at SHARE’s Port Moody food bank depot. books back when they’re finished. It’s like our own little to homeless people and endure long hours for each ing the people food who need it,” Burpee said. “It’s library. It’s huge. They can go of Wednesday’s food bank distribution days, she really the only opportunity we have to have a direct back to camp and read, and it’s a lot less lonely.” takes a deep breath. “It feeds me more than it feeds experience of need in the community. Normally, Lissimore is among an army of people who prothem,” the 68-year-old said. “It makes me feel like if you walk by people who are food bank clients on vide food and services to a segment of the Tri-Cities my life makes a difference.” the streets, you wouldn’t recognize them. But when community that would otherwise go without. they’re there, you do.

Since the PoCo location opened in 2003, “You start to become aware of the hardship that eff Farah, a realtor with Sutton 1st West Realty Lissimore has seen lineups grow steadily. Initially, you would not be aware of. Otherwise, most of us in Coquitlam, said he was inspired by the 50 registrants would receive food each week; now, in our comfortable homes aren’t exposed to it typexample of his daughter, Bernice, who would more than 150 gather every Wednesday for hampers. ically.” volunteer with non-profits years ago while she was “Most of the faces have changed,” she says, attending law school and working part time. expressing hope that the food bank is a temporary “There’s always an excuse, and I thought it stop for recipients on their way to better times. “The wouldn’t be a bad thing to give something back,” problems of the economic times have increased the said Farah, who has volunteered at the Port Moody numbers. We have new registrations each week.” depot for two years. “I don’t have a huge amount of Santa’s helpers are returning to several Volunteers have amassed a wide variety of services time to do it, and I wish I could do more, but I go Coquitlam neighbourhoods for the annual Santa’s for families and individuals at the PoCo food bank. once a week and help stack shelves, clean or whatFood Drive tomorrow (Saturday). Residents of Podiatrists care for the feet of homeless people. A ever they need.”

Hillside, Harbour Chines, Lakeshore east and soup kitchen is held each week. Health unit nurses The Belcarra resident has noticed that donations west, Austin Heights east and west and Mundy come in to provide care. have slowed, and is looking forward to the Christmas Park areas can listen for horns, sirens and Lissimore recalls helping one longstanding in July campaign’s promise to stock shelves.

Christmas music as the procession wends its way recipient, an entrenched alcoholic, who was having “People are in holiday mode in the summer and through neighbourhoods seeking donations. trouble with his vision. they tend to forget there’s still a need there,” he said.

Coquitlam Centre, Coquitlam Fire and Rescue “His eyesight got so bad, he was even bumping “When I go in now, I don’t see the crates stacked as auxiliary firefighters and Coquitlam RCMP auxinto trees,” she said. “I know him quite well, but I high as you normally do.” iliary constables will greet young and old alike didn’t know how bad his eyes were.” along their route while picking up donations, as Volunteers took him to an optician, and glasses andy Burpee oversees the Coquitlam depot, part of the SHARE Food Bank Christmas in July had to be special-ordered. Once he was able to see, run out of Como Lake United Church, which campaign. his own life became more clear, as well. draws more immigrant and refugee families Those who won’t be home can still donate: “Now he’s reading, he’s doing fantastic and, right than the other locations. Their numbers have been Leave a bag of non-perishable food items on your now, he’s sober,” she said. “How long — he’s been compounded by recent economic factors. doorstep and Santa’s helpers will collect it. entrenched in alcoholism — we don’t know. But “What we’ve seen in the last year is a very signifiDonations of food are also taken at the SHARE he’s gone through alcohol recovery after he got his cant increase in the number of households,” he said.

Food Bank located at 2615 Clarke St., Port glasses.”

“It’s gone up surprisingly. People keep on coming.

Moody, or at any local grocery store with a food For many volunteers, working at the food bank The need is as great as ever.” bank box in the Tri-Cities. If you wish to make offers their own specially made glasses to see the The 35 volunteers do their best to serve a multia financial donation, call 604-540-9161 or visit world. lingual population and keep up with demand. www.sharesociety.ca.

When Lissimore is asked why she’ll fill her trunk “It’s not arms-length. You’re right there servwith books, provide her personal cellphone number

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people that are planning this line that it is our preferred location.”

John Grasty, spokesman for the citizen-led Port Moody Western Station Committee, told council he is grateful for their support. He also noted that the grassroots organization, which represents both businesses and residents, would prefer the station be located even further west.

“Our goal has always been to position the station west of Elgin so it doesn’t affect the heritage area,” Grasty said.

“The further west it can go, the least it’s going to affect the area.”

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Shelter can now house more than 55 cats at a time John Kurucz jkurucz@thenownews.com The capacity to care for cats has nearly doubled at the Coquitlam Animal Shelter, thanks to more than $32,000 worth of funds raised through corporate and private donors.

City councillors, staff and members of the public celebrated the expansion of the animal shelter Tuesday, as the Mariner Way facility now has the space to care for

at the site, but due to its lack of insulation, it is only used in times of emergency — a disease outbreak or fire.

“We have cats that need different spaces,” said Coun. Mae Reid. “Sometimes they don’t all get along, so this is the right thing to do.”

Construction on the newly minted room wrapped up about two weeks ago and was largely made possible by a $25,000 donation from Polygon Homes Ltd. Another $7,500 was raised through a

more than 55 felines over two rooms.

“It’s much better, and much improved,” said Andrea McDonald, Coquitlam’s manager of bylaw and animal control services.

“It’s a totally self-contained room, so there’s an indoor space and then a new outdoor space.”

Previously, the shelter’s lone cat room could accommodate 25 to 28 cats at a time.

An emergency trailer is also

Food-related warnings issued

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued two food-related warnings this week.

The first concerns Freybe brand headcheese, which was distributed in B.C. and other provinces. All products sold up to and including July 14 are affected by a recall, since they may be contaminated with salmonella.

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fundraising dinner and garage sale last month.

“We’re definitely a growing city and all of our services need to keep up with the demand,” Mayor Richard Stewart said Tuesday. “Our

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Three local men face charges after Maple Ridge grow-op bust

CONSTRUCTION ZONE: Work continues along Highway 1 and on the Port Mann Bridge. As part of the expansion project, speed limits will be lowered Monday to 80 km/h, from 100 km/h, on parts of Highway 1 between 208th Street in Langley and Grandview Highway. Between Grandview Highway and Cassiar, the speed limit will be 70 km/h. Fines for speeding in the construction zone will be increased to as high as $468.

Simone Blais sblais@thenownews.com Three Tri-Cities men are facing charges in relation to a simultaneous home invasion and grow-op bust in Maple Ridge Tuesday.

Ridge Meadows RCMP were called to the 12200 block of 244th Street around 4:20 a.m., on a report of suspicious activity taking place.

Police arrived to find a group of men attempting to gain entry to a shed on the property.

A police dog helped apprehend the suspects.

Investigators soon realized there was a marijuana grow operation in the shed. Police obtained a search warrant and

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found 265 marijuana plants and several pounds of packaged pot that had already been harvested.

Coquitlam residents Hyun Shin, 21, and Yonatan Kassa, 25, and Port Moody resident Hankil Lee, 21, were arrested and charged with assault and break and enter with the intent to commit an indict-

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Homeowner Peter Martin, 37, has been charged with production of a controlled substance.

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South of Rochester Pool, a mother and her daughter were walking along a trail just north of Thomas Avenue around 3:30 p.m., police say.

The girl became separated from her mother after she tripped on the trail, during

which time a man approached her on the trail and exposed himself.

The mother began to yell at the suspect, scaring him off. He fled north on the trail towards Rochester Pool.

“Every available officer attended this call and searched the area,” Coquitlam RCMP Cpl. Bert Paquet said.

“We didn’t find anything to help us locate the suspect, but given the location and time of

day, we are hoping that someone saw something.”

The suspect is described as Caucasian, approximately 30 years old, standing between five-feet-eight-inches and six-feet tall with a noticeably large belly.

He reportedly has a round face with dark hair and stubble, possibly with a goatee. He was wearing dark blue jeans and a navy blue shirt with writing on it.

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Neighbours in Barber Lane area concerned about home sizes opment of existing cottages that are replaced by 10-metre tall houses situated right at the Barber Lane roadside.”

These views are a valuable community resource that should be protected, he added.

“A 10-metre tall building does not just block out the inlet view. It blocks out everything, including Burnaby Mountain,” he said.

“What has always been a pleasant and sunny pedestrian stroll along the Barber Lane waterside is fast becoming a walk down a dark and windy corridor with no sunlight and no views of the mountains and ocean because of 10-metre tall buildings completely blocking the sightlines.”

Until Port Moody council finds a solution to their concerns, Graham and his neighbours are asking for a moratorium on all new Barber Lane building permits.

They’re also requesting that council stop any new driveways from being built along the lane. They say these driveways create unnecessary

Jennifer McFee jmcfee@thenownews.com A group of Barber Lane residents say monster homes are destroying their scenic view, and they want Port Moody council to stop further construction.

On behalf of concerned neighbours, John Graham spoke out against residential development along the lane and the 1200 block of Ioco Road.

“Barber Lane is a special jewel in Port Moody’s crown, a quiet walk with overhanging trees and views of Burrard Inlet that stretch all the way to Capitol Hill in Burnaby.

However, our view corridors to the ocean are being taken away from all of us who enjoy a stroll down pedestrian-friendly Barber Lane,” Graham told council Tuesday.

“In more and more areas of Barber Lane, the ocean views that we all enjoy are being lost, and the afternoon sun is being blocked out by redevel-

traffic and encourage owners to build homes to the highest possible elevation.

“On most days and evenings, parking on the north side of Barber Lane leaves barely enough room for a small car to pass, and situations occur where one direction of traffic must reverse to allow the other direction to pass,” Graham said.

“Heavy construction trucks and cement trucks that routinely block our lane during Barber Lane redevelopments often render Barber Lane impassible for hours and sometimes days. The constant noise, dust and vibration become an assault on the neighbourhood and create situations where fire engines cannot be guaranteed access to homes due to roadway blockages.”

Planning director Tim Savoie said Port Moody developed general policies for safety reasons regarding access to homes from Ioco Road.

“In many cases that I’ve

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Some Barber Lane area residents say homes in the neighbourhood are too large. seen over the years, it’s been deemed to be not safe, so we would prefer access from alternative sources. In this case, Barber Lane would be available. It’s a right of way,” Savoie said. “But that would really be only in the cases of subdivision, and these cases are, quite frankly, few and far between along Ioco Road.”

Graham’s requests are set to be addressed at the next council meeting on July 27.

Search for new chamber head underway John Kurucz jkurucz@thenownews.com Having already received about 40 applications, the TriCities Chamber of Commerce is close to finding its new executive director.

A four-member committee headed up by past chair Barrie Seaton is well into the process of filling the position, one that was previously held by former executive director Suzette McFaul.

“We’re hoping to have someone in the chair by early to mid August, hopefully,” Seaton said Thursday. “But it depends on what they’re doing

and when they’re available.”

Seaton expects the committee to compile a shortlist of potential candidates by July 23, after which time a second round of interviews will take place with the final candidates.

According to Seaton, the ideal incoming executive director must have people skills and the ability to liaise with staff, chamber members, members of the public, politicians and the media. On top of that, a sound background in finances and the ability to communicate are key.

“If somebody [from the media] phones, or a mayor, or someone from a mayor’s

staff phones, we have to have a point person and we have to be able to relay the chamber’s position on certain items and certain subjects,” Seaton said.

“We have some very, very qualified applicants that have come to us.”

Seaton said the final deadline for applications will fall sometime between July 19 and 21, and those interested are asked to e-mail him at barrie@barrieseaton.com.

“It’s never too late until you ask somebody if they want the job,” Seaton said.

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Nature does the most damage This summer, thousands of people heading to and from the B.C. Interior and Lower Mainland will pass the famous Hope Slide on Highway 3.

Many will stop to view the massive environmental devastation this natural event caused 45 years ago, when 46 million cubic metres of pulverized rock, mud and debris came down the mountainside with a force so great it completely displaced the water and mud in the lake below and scraped away trees To The and vegetation on the opposite side of the valley.

In the natural history of B.C., the Hope Slide is probably just one such natural environmental disaster, and it dwarfs any damage that past logging, mining and other resource extraction activities have done at the hands of man.

Fortunately for the B.C. environment, environmental awareness has increased greatly over the past several decades and the requirements for industrial

activities such as logging, mining and road-building that could impinge on the environment have tightened considerably.

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That will soon be the sound in provincial coffers, after the Liberals announced Thursday that B.C. is the first jurisdiction in North America to offer sanctioned online casino gambling.

Minister of Housing and Social Development Rich Coleman said he’s trying to stem the flow of B.C. dollars going to illegal offshore gambling sites, which reportedly siphon off $100 million a year.

“Of these websites, not one is accountable to the residents of British Columbia, not accountable to the players that play on their sites and not accountable to the laws of this country,” Coleman said Thursday while unveiling the new website.

Of course, the real issue here is that none of those sites contribute money to provincial coffers, which the new one will, in spades.

It’s interesting, then, that just one day before Coleman made his announcement, news broke that a Delta woman has launched the first lawsuit challenging the validity of the government’s voluntary self-exclusion program for gambling addicts.

Joyce Ross claims she’s lost more than $330,000 since June 2007.

Since gambling addiction is like any other addiction — it’s easy to say “Just stop doing it” if you don’t suffer from the problem, which is real — many people would view Ross’s claim as bogus.

But here’s the thing: She placed herself on the voluntary self-exclusion list so she would not be allowed into casinos. She wanted to stop. Despite being on that list, she claims, she was allowed in. According to media reports, the self-exclusion list contains the names of a whopping 6,500 people for whom gambling is a compulsion, not a choice.

It will be up to the courts to decide whether Ross’s claim has validity, but to us, one thing is clear: If the province is going to expand gambling, it needs to spend more of that money on help for those whose lives are being destroyed. It’s called being accountable.

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Late-night study sessions not so great

hey came, they saw, they conquered. Or something like that.

I am speaking of the recently written provincial exams students all over B.C. have just completed.

Students anxiously, and in some cases fearfully, lie in wait for the results of those dreaded exam — and rightfully so. There is a lot at stake.

Pass and chances of getting into a good school are high. It’s a ticket to the good life. But fail and you’re doomed: Stuck in summer school rather than the local Haider pool.

Given that the series of tests meant so much, students spent countless sleepless nights during exam season feverishly cramming mass amounts of information into their heads to make the critical grade.

Parents might have forgiven the late-night study sessions that were taking place during the provincials, and some may have even encouraged it. But that may not have been such a great idea. Sleep deprivation can impede students’ success and has serious side effects.

I’ve seen the detrimental effects sleep deprivation is associated with first-hand: My classmates stumbling to class barely able to put one foot in front of the other, practically drooling all over their notebooks.

Some scientists put the blame on biological fac-

tors — the inability to actually fall asleep. Others agree that it’s just a side effect of the teenage lifestyle. Yet others say it’s a symptom of the tech-crazy world, where students are up late texting and tweeting/twittering.

The stats are staggering. In 2009 the National Sleep Foundation reported that a mere 15 per cent of teens acquire the eight to nine hours of shut-eye their growing bodies require, many losing sleep because they’re studying well into the early hours of the morning.

Nayani But the Associated Professional Sleep Society says that’s the wrong formula; getting higher quality sleep is actually associated with better academic performance. In other words, catch some Zs, and you’ll get the As. Of course, getting shut-eye isn’t easy. My friends and I enjoy, and know, we need to participate in extracurricular activities because that’s what universities are looking for: students who are well-rounded.

It’s not enough to be book smart. You need to excel in other aspects, too. With increased tuition fees at post-secondary institutions and a more competitive job market worldwide, it’s safe to assume that there is a lot of pressure to have an edge over your peers — pressure that can sometimes be deadly.

Take the case of Sushant Patil. Just 12 years old, he was found dead in his school bathroom, just one

My View

of thousands of students in India who commit suicide every year because of school-related pressure.

Thankfully, in B.C such cases are rare, but the pressure does exist.

So what is the solution to the latest sleep deprivation trend, which brings with it a vast array of impediments?

Here’s a thought: let’s begin the school day later, thus allowing students to catch up on their sleep.

It’s also been proven that students are awake and more alert later in the day.

Eastern Commerce Collegiate, a high school in Toronto, has taken the initiative and adopted this idea for a two-year pilot project.

As a student who has fallen victim to sleep deprivation and witnesses it every day, I believe we should follow Eastern Commerce’s example.

It may be a long shot to have such a change implemented, but it is definitely worth the thought.

In the meantime, I urge parents to talk to their night owls about sleep deprivation and its side effects.

Who knew those simple eight to nine hours could affect so much?

Haider Nayani will be going into Grade 11 at Port Moody Secondary this September. Would you like to submit a My View column? Send submissions of 550 to 650 words to editorial@thenownews.com, with “My View” in the subject line.

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transit planning and had initially committed $400 million of the $1.2-billion total cost.

However, in the 2011 to 2013 draft transit plan, Translink hasn’t allocated funding for Evergreen, leaving the timing of the project once more in doubt — despite assurances from MLA Iain Black and the province.

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Given the Liberals’ low standing in the polls, it might be an opportune time for residents to press the provincial government to come up with the additional funding rather than attempt to find a P3 investor — a process that will further delay this project and increase the cost of the Evergreen Line.

Remember, the Evergreen Line was initially supposed to be under construction in 2010.

How is that possible when the request for proposals will not even be reviewed by the end of the year?

The third player in the transit issue is TransLink and its appointed board. The regional body has the responsibility for long-range

Last week’s question:

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Re: “Timing of Evergreen funding plan off?” Friday, July 9.

The Evergreen Line needs secure funding from the federal and provincial governments, not further delays while the province seeks private funding.

There are two arguments the frustrated To The Editor Tri-Cities residents can use to leverage funds from Ottawa and Victoria.

Stephen Harper wasted $1.2 billion on the G8 and G-20 when one-sixth of that money could have filled the funding gap for the Evergreen Line.

The expensive global event appeared to be hosted to forward Harper’s image. It accomplished very little for the destitute — even ignoring the plight of women who cannot secure safe abortion in the Third World.

The lavish event was wasteful and gives Tri-Cities residents a strong argument to go after the federal government for $173 million required to fill the funding gap for Evergreen.

The provincial government also let the ball drop on transit by sidelining the Evergreen project in favour of the Canada Line.

Although an important addition to the transit network, the link to the airport in Richmond was not as critical as the Evergreen Line that will serve the thousands of commuters cutting through Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam and Port Moody.

Premier Gordon Campbell recently negotiated a devil’s bargain of $1.6 billion in exchange for agreement on the HST, angering his constituents.

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Cars, bikes and wrestling legends at show ’n’ shine John Kurucz jkurucz@thenownews.com Three hundred cars, 100 bikes, and more than a half dozen legends.

Coquitlam’s Boulevard Casino will play host to the fourth annual Boulevard 500 Show ‘N’ Shine fundraiser on Sunday, and the show will feature a who’s who of the world of classic wrestling.

Hulk Hogan, Jimmy Hart, Brutus Beefcake, Greg Valentine, Brian Knobbs, The Honky Tonk Man, Koko B. Ware and The Nasty Boys’ Jerry Sags will all be on hand Sunday from noon to 2 p.m.

Those in attendance will have a chance to get free photos taken with the wrestling legends.

The show represents the fourth straight year the casino and Barnes Harley-Davidson have partnered for the event, and all proceeds will be donated to the SHARE Family & Community Services Society and Variety — The Children’s Charity.

“We expect to see a wide variety of American and Metric bikes in the show, ranging from choppers [to] customs, cruisers, touring bikes, vintage bikes, sports bikes, rat bikes, drag bikes and scooters,” Greg Barnes, owner of

PoCo’s Barnes Wheaton GM and Barnes Harley-Davidson, said in a press release.

“This is an opportunity to see someone’s pride and joy and watch as the bikes and their owners compete for fame, glory and trophies.”

Running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the show will also include a pancake breakfast and barbecue, a HarleyDavidson fashion show, live entertainment, a carnival in the Red Robinson Show Theatre and prize giveaways.

“In the past couple of years, the Boulevard 500 Show ‘N’ Shine has won the prestigious Romero Award for being an Outstanding Community

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oung performers with Theatrix Youtheatre are gearing up for the non-profit society’s two summertime shows, and they couldn’t be more different.

Annie Jr. focuses on a spunky Depression-era orphan determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan.

Shows run at 1 p.m. daily from Tuesday, July 20 to Sunday, July 25 at the John Kurucz Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam.

Tickets cost $15 for general admission and $12 for students, seniors and those 12 and under.

Rent, on the other hand, is based on Jonathan Larson’s Pulitzer-prize winning Broadway musical, which, in turn, is based loosely on Puccini’s opera La Bohème.

The plot follows a year in the lives of seven friends living the disappearing Bohemian lifestyle in New York’s East Village.

Running daily at 7 p.m. from July 20 to 25, the show is intended for mature audiences only. Tickets cost $25 for adults and $20 for students and seniors.

For ticket information, e-mail boxoffice@evergreenculturalcentre. ca.

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Megan Simpson stars at Mimi and Corbin VanderZalm plays Mark in the Theatrix Youtheatre production of Rent, which runs from July 20 to 25 in Coquitlam.

Free concerts in PoCo Saturday and Sunday

Coquitlam-based actors Glynis Knowlden and Bob Wilson will fea-

ture into the Shadows and Dreams Theatre Company’s production of Twelfth Night, which gets underway in New Westminster tomorrow (Saturday).

Set in England circa 1815, the plot line centres around “shipwrecks, identical twins, cross dressing, unrequited love and relentless drinking,” according to show organizers.

All performances start at 2 p.m. at the Queen’s Park Bandshell in New Westminster, and shows are slated for Saturdays (July 17, 24 and 31) and Sundays (July 18 and 25 and

Aug. 1) only.

For more info, call 604-515-0704 or visit www.shadowsanddreams.org.

Summer landscapes at Lafarge and Colony Farm

Noted local artist Gay Mitchell will lead a week’s worth of painting courses on the shores of Lafarge Lake starting on Monday.

Focusing on elements of tone, colour and composition, Mitchell’s students will use oil pastels for their works.

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Theatrix Youtheatre Society’s version of Annie Jr., which starts Tuesday at the Evergreen Cultural Centre, features Marquis Byrd as Daddy Warbucks and Sarah Richardson as Annie.

The course runs from 7 to 9 p.m., from July 19 to 23. It costs $75 plus HST per person.

Fast forward a week, and Mitchell will kick off two sessions of art exploration at Colony Farm Regional Park’s community garden. Running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on both July 24 and 31, the classes will use drawing materials, pastels and watercolours to document the natural beauty and history of Colony Farm. The course costs $40 per session plus HST, which covers all materials.

See www.evergreenculturalcentre. ca for more info.

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Port Coquitlam’s free summer music series continue to roll out the eclectic sounds, with this weekend’s performers covering off on styles ranging from rock and jazz, to blues and “Indo Funk.”

Slated for Saturday, July 17, the Live @ Leigh Square performers include the blues-rock driven act Bugsy Jive and the funk and rhythmic offerings of singer-songwriter Max Serpentini. Both performances run from 2 to 4 p.m. at Leigh Square.

One day later, east will meet west in the form of Ranj Singh and the Discriminators as part of the Music in the Park concert series.

The five-piece Indo-Folk group blends traditional Indian music with western influences to create a hybrid sound representing both cultures.

The show goes from 2 to 4 p.m. at Lions Park.

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hrough the summer, spires of pink or white foxgloves (Digitalis purpurea) rise along roadsides and in clearings. These can be thick colonizers of recently cleared soil, but tend to thin out as other plants re-establish and compete. Biennials with tiny fragile seedlings, foxgloves seldom infiltrate where healthy vegetation is already present.

Originally from Europe, foxgloves are pretty, longflowering and loved by hummingbirds and bees — but some people detest them due to their huge seed production and also because they’re very poisonous.

Other gardeners love their spectacular bells, long-flowering habits and sturdy stems, but wear gloves when dealing with them and remove all the unwanted seed capsules.

Gardeners with sensitive skin have reported soreness after

handling foxgloves.

Most of the 20 foxglove species originally came from countries around the Mediterranean. Generally, they’re hardy to Zone 4, tolerant of most soils, reach about three feet (one metre) and are adaptable to sun or shade.

They bloom from the base of the flower spike upward.

Meanwhile, the stem grows longer, new buds form and become flowers, and seed capsules stretch far up the stalk.

Left long enough, seed capsules will outstretch flowers.

Their longevity is variable.

A warm winter may see a few biennial foxgloves becoming perennial (at least for a while).

Meanwhile, perennial species of foxgloves are often shortlived (but not always).

Foxgloves have a long history as magical plants of many names, including “dragons mouth,” “witches gloves” and “fairy caps.” Like other

flowering spikes in yellow, “magical” plants, foxgloves cream, white, lavender, rosewere used as medicine by pink and red with marbled old-time healers. The drug digoxin, derived from digitalis, markings on the blooms.

Among the foxglove species, is still used today as a strong one standout is cardiac stimulant.

D. ambigua (also Seed of D. purcalled D. grandipurea is easy to flora). Flowers are get. Though the a beautiful soft naturalized form yellow, and this is pink or white, plant adapts well an apricot-flowto small space ered foxglove has been developed Branching Out because it only stands about two and comes true Anne Marrison feet (60 cm). It from seed. But the self-seeds, but not most popular is excessively. Some plants may probably a D. purpurea hybrid become perennial. called “foxy.” If you plant this This yellow foxglove has in late winter, it should flower been crossed with D. purpurea in about five months from to produce D. x mertonensis. seed and throw up several

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This hybrid is notable for its evergreen leaves (which neither parent has) and large crushed-strawberry coloured bells. It’s only two feet (60 cm) high.

D. ambigua has a tiny cultivar called “temple bells,” which fits well into containers. Temple bells produces one-inch (2.5 cm) bells on nine-inch (23 cm) stalks, and if seed is sown very early, it will flower later that year.

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Kids can drop by the library for a rockin’ good time The Port Moody Rock and Gem Club wants Summer Reading Club kids to know that playing with rocks is a great way to spend their time.

Kids are invited to visit the library on Friday, July 23 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. as gem club

member Rose Kapp demonstrates the many facets of this fun hobby. Participants will be introduced to the art and craft of working with precious and semi-precious stones. During an illustrative presentation, Kapp will display the techniques used to work stones, and show

many samples of rough and finished stone.

This is an excellent program to find out more about potential careers in earth science and more about the rock and gem club. Kids will even receive a parting gift to take home.

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Taking a spin on the luxurious side of high-end market 120-volt power outlet, a heated steering wheel, a power rear sunshade, keyless ignition, rear parking assist and the 3.6-litre V-6 engine to what’s included with the CXL trim.

Ours then came with an additional driver confidence package ($1,550) that included active Xenon headlights and a heads-up instrument display. A touring package ($895) added 19-inch wheels, a sport mode on the transmission and suspension upgrades. Rear seat airbags ($415) and a navigation package ($3,465) that included a backup camera and an audio upgrade were also included in the total price.

Production of the new LaCrosse was moved to Kansas from Ontario. The 3.6-litre engine, however, is made in Canada.

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ll-new for 2010, the LaCrosse is a fresh breed of Buick that’s stylish without being flamboyant and offers measured performance with a high level of luxury and cutting-edge new technology at a reasonable price point.

In Canada, LaCrosse replaces Allure in the Buick lineup, but you might find some early 2010s with an Allure badge. In the U.S., the Allure was sold as the LaCrosse and the new generation car was seen as an opportunity to do some cross-border name unification. A sensible move.

LaCrosse straddles the high end of the family car market and crosses over into the lightluxury segment. In entry level form it would compete with well-equipped versions of the Toyota Camry or Honda Accord, yet a top-end LaCrosse is more likely to be cross-shopped against a Lexus ES350 or an Acura TL. In Europe and even more so in China, however, the Buick brand is recognized as a maker of premium luxury class automobiles, and the LaCrosse was also designed and developed with these markets in mind. For instance, particular attention was paid to rear seat space and fittings, since many of its Asian owners prefer to be driven than to drive.

The chassis development work on LaCrosse was done in Europe and it started with the stiffest sedan platform that GM has ever produced. So there’s also a payoff for owners who enjoy being behind the steering wheel and an all-wheel-drive version with an electronic lim-

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The new Buick LaCrosse can blend in with luxury competitors like Lexus and Acura. ited-slip differential is a new edition to the line.

The LaCrosse comes in CX, CXL, CXL allwheel drive and CXS trim levels. All three engine offerings are high-efficiency designs with direct-injection fuel. A 2.4-litre, fourcylinder is a new base engine in CX, a threelitre V-6 is standard on CXL. The CXS uses the same 3.6-litre, direct-injection V-6 that powers the Cadillac CTS. All come with a six-speed automatic transmission.

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LaCrosse and interestingly, the larger 3.6-litre V-6 engine achieves slightly better fuel economy than the three-litre V-6. It was also the engine in my test LaCrosse CXS, which came with a number of options that upped its total price to $47,220. Inexpensive it’s not, but good value considering what’s included in that price.

To start with, the sport-minded CXS trim level adds a real-time active-dampening suspension; perforated, leather-appointed, heated and ventilated seats, chrome-plated wheels, a

It’s a sweeping, fluid exterior design that also includes traditional Buick heritage styling cues. Up front there’s the iconic waterfall front grill and Buick’s signature side portholes have been moved to a new hood location.

The body belt line is high and it rises to the rear, which makes its rear-side windows long and narrow. From a side view, it’s a coupelike design with a low drag coefficient, yet the LaCrosse is a surprisingly roomy car on the inside. The base chassis work was done in Germany using an adapted a version of the Opel Insignia platform.

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Rear passenger space key to owners who prefer to be driven design that arcs around the cabin and wraps into the door panels. It’s an elegant upscale interior with double-stitched leather upholstery seams and tasteful use of chrome and wood trim.

The technology onslaught was very impressive: keyless entry, a push-button engine start, an electric park brake, heated and cool air ventilated front seats, a heads-up display and it even had a heated steering wheel.

While hard to find fault, more storage spots to put stuff in and around the console would be nice. The pocket-style front door pull is on the small side and could be easier to grab. The door was also very easy to swing out fully, which made it a stretch to retrieve.

No complaints about the rear passenger space — it’s excellent. Well-supported and comfortable seats with tall seatbacks. Smaller kids, however, may find it difficult to see out the side windows, because of its high door design.

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When pushed, the 3.6-litre engine can provide a big dose of acceleration punch and will get the LaCrosse to 100 km/h in less than eight seconds, and it sounds good doing it, too. In manual mode, a rev limiter kicks in at about 7,000 r.p.m. and it doesn’t up-shift the transmission.

The steering feel is on the light side, especially at low vehicle speeds. Its straightline centring action could be more positive and there’s a hint of some associated torque steer on hard acceleration. The ride, on the other hand, is excellent — supple and soft, but not bouncy as the LaCrosse glides along the road.

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A healthy sense of selfworth can give you the courage to deal with the detours and challenges of life — with illness, with tragedy and loss. It can help you thrive as your body ages and the years behind you outnumber the years ahead. It allows you to

n practice and in life, I have found that the root of our unhappiness often lies in our sense of personal self-worth.

We can be physically healthy, respected by those around us and have all our material needs met, but if we feel worthless or unworthy, we remain miserable. We can see what we need to do to improve our lives, but if we feel incapable of doing what needs to be done, we settle for the status quo. If we lack selfrespect, self-esteem and selfworth, we may even accept

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cut short, but because rabbits reproduce so he sight of an adorable baby bunny for quickly, this cycle of suffering is passed along sale in the window of a pet store is a to future generations of homeless rabbits in sure-fire way to draw a crowd and attract our public spaces. customers.

In addition to setting a terrible example for Who can resist those huge brown eyes or children who may grow up thinkthose little floppy ears? ing that family pets are disposable Too often, though, people let commodities, it is also an offence their emotions cloud their judgunder the Criminal Code to abanment and what starts out as a peek don an animal, punishable by a into a store window ends up as an fine of up to $10,000 or up to 18 impulse purchase. months in jail.

Rabbits, like all pets, require Irresponsible abandonment of the right kinds of housing, diet, rabbits has also led to huge probgrooming, exercise and stimulation Paw Prints lems in many B.C. communities, to live a good life. such as Victoria, where there is All too frequently, people Lorie Chortyk currently a huge public outcry over purchase bunnies — either for the cull of more than 2,000 adult and baby themselves or for their children — without bunnies on the University of Victoria campus. considering how much time and energy it So the next time you’re tempted by that takes to properly care for a rabbit over its 12cute bunny in the store window, remember the year lifespan. commitment involved.

When the novelty of the impulse purchase Animals depend on us to make humane and wears off, some guardians take the inhumane responsible choices. step of dumping their rabbit in a local park or For information on what is involved with field in the mistaken belief that the rabbit can rabbit care, visit the SPCA’s website at spca. fend for itself. Sadly, this is not the case. bc.ca.

Abandoned pet rabbits have none of the natural sensibilities of a wild rabbit, and they soon fall victim to predators, disease and injuries.

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Lex is a very friendly and outgoing kinda cat. He loves people and is snuggly and playful. While Lex is fairing well in our main cat room, it's apparent he would prefer to be the only pet in the home. Lex is a healthy boy and likely around 2-3 years old.

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• ANIMAL: CAT • BREED: DSH • SEX: NEUTERED MALE • AGE: ADULT

Royce is a very handsome boy with a friendly personality. He is affectionate and makes friends with everyone who walks through the door. Royce is getting along well with the other cats and would do fine in a multi-cat home. He is a fairly young cat, roughly 2 years old and in good health.

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Forest is very affectionate and loves to cuddle. He has the tiniest voice and will talk to you to get attention. Forest has been sticking to himself but would most likely be fine with another cat that has a similar personality. He is a gentle and shy boy who would love a quiet environment where he can snuggle up with his new family.

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Dakota has some separation anxiety and needs an experienced owner to help her overcome her fears.

Dakota gets along with most dogs but can get easily overwhelmed. She would need to be introduced to any dog in the home prior to adoption.

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Boarding Fees are: • 1 dog in 1 kennel/24hr period: $24.00 • 2 dogs (same family) in 1 kennel/24hr period: $36.00 (dogs' combined weight must not exceed 100lbs) • Double kennel/24hr period: 2 dogs (same family): $48.00 3 dogs (same family) sharing: $60.00 (dogs' combined weight must not exceed 200lbs) $5.00/extra fee for medication - up to (2) twice/day $24.00 non-refundable deposit required for all bookings Guests enjoy: • Spacious indoor / outdoor kennels • Heated Floors • Daily Exercise • Dog owners are to bring their dog's own food and treats which will be served as directed

Shiloh is an energetic and friendly girl. She was recently in a home for a short time and we found out that she is clean and quiet inside. Shiloh does need some work on her manners and how to deal with her anxiety in an appropriate manner. Shiloh gets along with some dogs, but would likely be best as the only dog in the home. A home with dog experience would be an asset.

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Bundee currently doesn't have a mate and may enjoy the company of another rabbit!

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Weekend to map out Reds’ playoff road

The playoff picture isn’t completely crystal clear, but the message is in high definition.

Closing out with some big wins will do a world of good for the Coquitlam Reds.

The B.C. Premier Baseball League squad currently sits sixth among the top-seven playoff spots with a 23-17 record.

However, there is still the chance that they could fall to eighth, which would require a one-game playoff contest against the ninth-place finisher for their playoff lives.

With only four games left to play, Reds’ head coach Kyle Williams would like nothing better than to enter next week’s postseason with a bounce.

“I want to finish well: for one you fell better going into the playoffs on a winning note,” the first-year premier league skipper said. “And No. 2, if you win and a team or two above you loses a few you can really climb up and get a better matchup.”

Coquitlam finished the past week with a 1-2 record, losing 10-0 to the fourth-place Fraser Valley Chiefs last week, before rebounding to split a twin bill with the North Shore Twins.

In the 9-5 win, Jared Poirier stepped up and delivered a solid, if not sterling, performance by going the distance.

Although the righthander gave up 12 hits and five earned runs, he didn’t walk anyone and wasn’t easily rattled.

“Jared threw fine, he gave us a chance and our bats gave us the lead,” Williams said. “It certainly wasn’t a 9-5 game, as (North Shore) scored three late just to make it look close.”

Designated hitter Brent Foreman lashed three hits, while Tanner White went 2for-4 with two runs driven in.

Shortstop Steve Kandborg also registered two RBI on a double.

They dropped the nightcap 6-2, having ran out of veteran pitching.

The Reds will face the 8-30 Victoria Eagles, in a rare Friday make-up doubleheader, noon and 2:30 p.m. at Mundy Park.

They close out the season Sunday in Abbotsford against the No. 5 Cardinals, A three-or-four win weekend could see the team move up in the standings, with fourth place the highest target.

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Athletes from a variety of sports and a range of levels are finding out the benefits of specific training regimens prescribed by Twist Sport Conditioning Centre specialists like Tamara Pickford, at right. These clients are working out on a balance board.

Local athletes get new ‘Twist’ in training Dan Olson sports@thenownews.com A series of groin and abdominal injuries to his soccer players a handful of years ago had Port Moody Soccer Club’s Bob Favelle wondering about cause and prevention.

As coincidental as they seemed, Favelle knew that those types of reoccurring injuries were not random.

With curiousity turning to concern, the soccer coach knew enough to call a professional.

He turned to Twist Sport Conditioning.

Considered one of the leading strength and conditioning centres in North America, the North Vancouverbased business had been used by professional and recreational athletes.

Clients like Mark Messier, Hakeem Olajawon and Justin Morneau had turned to physiologist Peter Twist to elevate their games and gain an edge.

After Favelle’s athletes followed the Twist sport-specific program, he

noticed a big reduction in the number of muscle injuries.

Now, with the recent opening of a Twist Sport Conditioning Centre in Port Coquitlam, Favelle is funneling his current crop of premier and under21 soccer players into a new world of training.

“We were over the moon waiting for the (centre) to open,” Favelle said.

“Our experience five years ago really opened my eyes to what conditioning means… We’ve been trying to find something to help these guys strengthen their core and improve their flexibility, and we’ve found it.”

The facility is not a gym and it is not a one-size fits all, Twist TriCities co-owner George Watts notes. Despite its well-deserved reputation as a place where elite athletes come to exceed their peak performance, it is also where players from all competitive levels can unlock some of the secrets to their future sports successes.

“We had people come in and kick the tires when we opened,” Watts added.

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spectrum, from high school, recreation and elite performance.”

Utilizing Twist’s individualized training system, which includes smart muscle training, the centre’s trainers and coaches are able to tailor specific programs for each client.

Twist, who is a world-recognized exercise physiologist with 11 years of NHL experience as a conditioning coach, has made sure that his program is accessible to all athletes, from the elite to the weekend warriors.

Each individual is treated separately, Watts says, focusing on their physical needs, goals and targets. Core strength, speed and agility are often where the journey starts.

Bob Doig knows of the program’s benefits.

Involved in the fitness industry himself, he’s always mixed in some training with his competitive sports routine. It wasn’t until he noticed that he couldn’t keep up with his teammates on his rec hockey team that he sought out some help.

“As you get a little older your game

goes downhill, and I was noticing it,” the 42-year-old said. “You can’t keep up with the younger players, and I noticed I had lost a little off my start.”

When Watt and partner Lynn Elliott opened the doors a few months ago on Broadway Street, Doig stepped in.

Ever since, his game has stepped up.

“I’ve gone from a goal every five games to almost a goal a game,” he said. “I had a referee skate up to me and ask what I had been doing… My wife’s noticed that my posture is better and I generally feel better, too, and it’s just been four weeks.”

Making it all the more unique is how the centre’s qualified instructors is able to tailor things around the athlete, their goals and their sport.

“We looked at the area as underserved from a training perspective,” Watts said. “That and the fact that it is so central, people come here from all over the Lower Mainland to work, train, compete and relax. The area really lends itself for fitness and activities, with the mountains, trails and facilities.”

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Coquitlam Sharks turn 50!

Coquitlam celebrates ‘Coquitlam Sharks’ Week’ In 1960 a group of Coquitlam lifeguards made the fateful decision to form a competitive summer swim club, a club they aptly named the Coquitlam Sharks Swim Club. The club became a member of the BC Summer Swimming Association (BCSSA) a provincial organization that establishes rules of competition and organizes Provincial Championships each year for summer swimming in BC. During the Sharks first year they had only twelve swimmers, but over the past 50 years they have expanded, adding diving and water-polo to their supported sports. Today the club boasts a membership of over 200 athletes and during the last 50 years, they have won 16 Provincial Swim Championships and 14 Provincial Championships in water-polo and diving.

In 1987, the club became a society incorporated under the Society Act of the Province of British Columbia and to more accurately reflect their expansion beyond competitive swimming into water polo and diving, in 1991, they changed their name to the Coquitlam Sharks Aquatic Club.

Although the Sharks are one of the most significant users of Coquitlam’s outdoor pools, their primary facility is R.L. Spani in beautiful Mundy Park.

When Spani opened in June 1970, the Sharks adopted it as their home pool and have used it to host regional

The Coquitlam Shark’s 2010 Team Photo

championships as well as two Provincial Championships.

The Sharks’ aquatic program is designed for participants age 5 to 19 and accommodates beginning swimmers to the most seasoned competitors. Their program divides the team into groups of similar age and skills to accommodate instruction and coaching that can most effectively help each athlete. To run their program, the club hires over

15 skilled coaches each year, making it one of the largest summer student employers in Coquitlam. In fact, many of the lifeguards and aquatic leaders working for the City of Coquitlam, developed their aquatic skills, swimming for the Sharks.

For more information on the Coquitlam Sharks, visit their website at www.coquitlamsharks.ca.

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Boxla player nets big honour In her work as both a player and a volunteer, Coquitlam’s Danielle Wilson never imagined that her efforts would garner more than a pat on the back and a lot of enjoyment.

Just the reward of being among her friends and playing her favourite sport was more than enough bounty. But Wilson’s work on both sides of the boards was recognized at the B.C. Female Championships last week when she was chosen the BCLA Pepsi Player of the Year.

“I was really, really surprised,” Wilson said of the award. “I got the impression from my dad that I didn’t have a chance, that there were so many people qualified for the award. I was pretty happy to hear it.”

Wilson, who plays with the Coquitlam midget team, had just had an apendectomy two weeks before the start of the provincials. That didn’t stop her from playing, though.

“I was really excited just to be playing. This was our strongest team, but I was also a little worried about taking a stick to the stomach.”

Everything went smoothly until the final, where the squad ran out of steam in a 7-1 loss to New Westminster.

Nominated by Coquitlam Minor Lacrosse, Wilson was chosen for her work as a player, a referee and volunteer with Coquitlam minor and KidSport Tri-City. She was selected among candidates from across the province.

Wilson admits it’s the camaraderie and friendships that are her main rewards.

“My team, that’s what I enjoy the most.

It’s always a similar group of girls who get together to play lacrosse, then we go and play our different sports the rest of the year... I think lacrosse is an amazing sport, and when I can help others learn about it or enjoy it, that’s what I like to do.”

Larry Wright/NOW

CLOSING THE GAP: A Coquitlam novice player, left, puts the squeeze on an Oakville opponent during the advanced division final at the Jack Crosby Lacrosse Tournament.

Adanacs croon to Crosby title

It took some heroics to come out kings of the Jack Crosby All-Star Novice tournament.

The Sharks Celebrate A week full of events celebrating their 50th anniversary

The competition was tougher, the water was colder, and it rained harder.” says Sharks Past President and committee member, Jeff Brace.

The committee is also organizing alumni races during the lunch break at the Sharks ‘A’ Swim Meet at R.L. Spani Pool On Saturday July 24th. “We’re really going to find out how many of our past swimmers have actually maintained their skill and fitness levels— hopefully we won’t need the services of the lifeguarding staff!” says Parish.

Overall it is shaping out to be a fun week for past and present Sharks members.

This year the Coquitlam Sharks Aquatic Club celebrates their 50th birthday and next week they will be doing it in style. “We wanted to plan events that celebrate the past as well as give the Sharks’ alumni the opportunity to get together and share memories” says Barry Parish, Chair of the Sharks 50th Anniversary Committee.

Next Thursday, July 22nd at 6:00 pm, they will be holding an Alumni Banquet at All Saints Parish, 821 Fairfax Street

in Coquitlam.

“The committee has been busy contacting past Sharks families and gathering memorabilia, that will feed the stories of summers spent poolside”, says Parish.

“The night is guaranteed to be rich in nostalgia and it doesn't matter which of the Sharks’ five decades you were (or are) from, you know that the times were faster, the dives were scarier, and the goals were prettier.

For more information on next week’s celebrations, go to the Coquitlam Sharks 50th Anniversary website at: www.Sharks50th.ca

That’s exactly what the Coquitlam Adanacs did last week, knocking off Ontario’s Oakville Hawks 10-7 in the final to cap a great run.

Eric Bouma scored four goals, as Coquitlam raced ahead with three quick strikes to start the third. Daniel Miller’s marker stood up as the eventual winner. Netting a hat trick was Daniel Sudiro, while Gabriel Procyk, the goldmedal MVP, also tallied.

Port Coquitlam, meanwhile, recovered from their first loss of the season to claim the bronze with an 8-3 triumph over New Westminster. Kyle Osted was named the game’s MVP, while Austin Wahl and netminder Bill Holden picked up all-star honours.

• The PoCo Saints novice girls team kept marching on right to the Jack Crosby All-Star tournament gold medal, copping the top prize with an 8-3 decision over Langley.

Two-time game MVP Cassandra Gill cashed in for six goals, with singles by Graclyn Dean and Alyssa Wahl.

To get there, the squad had to complete an incredible comeback in the semifinal. Down 6-1 early in the third, PoCo battled back to beat Coquitlam 8-7 in overtime. Gill scored six times. Earning MVP honours along the way were Megan Morris, Molly Schmidt and Dean.

PoCo’s novice intermediate boys squad, meanwhile, collected silver at the tournament, powered by game MVP performances by Mitchell Bye, Justin Egli, Carson Grant, Jaden Rudland and Dhillon Smith.

• The Coquitlam female peewee Adanacs bested Burnaby 9-6 to take the bronze at the provincial championships in Port Moody.

It came on the heels of a decisive 7-3 trumping of New West in the semifinal.

Picking up Warrior Fair Play awards were Coquitlam’s Sara Magill and Port Moody’s Natasha Tombs, while Mieke Stobbart, of the Adanacs, joined Port Moody’s Kara Nickle on the all-star team.

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INDEX Community Notices ....................................1000 Announcements ...............................................1119 Employment..........................................................1200 Education .................................................................1400 Special Occasions...........................................1600 Marketplace ..........................................................2000 Children ......................................................................3000 Pets & Livestock ...............................................3500 Health............................................................................4000 Travel & Recreation ......................................4500 Business & Finance .......................................5000 Legals ............................................................................5500 Real Estate ..............................................................6000 Rentals .........................................................................6500 Personals ...................................................................7000 Service Directory .............................................8000 Transportation ....................................................9000

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St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program Unit Facilitator (A Volunteer Position)

St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to coordinate its growing Therapy Dog Program in the Tri-Cities area. Do you love dogs and love people? Are you organized, altruistic and available for a few hours a week? Responsibilities include telephone work, visits with new volunteers, conducting orientation sessions and regular contact with facilities and volunteers.

If you are interested in this volunteer, community support position, please forward your resume to:

Community Services Department Therapy Dog Program E-mail: csd@bc.sja.ca We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an inteview will be contacted.

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Do you enjoy working with flowers & offering excellent customer service?

Mature individuals for Costco Stores: • Permanent P/T Port Coquitlam Costco Fax resume to 604-412-9959 BUSY DEALERSHIP has the following positions open: • • • •

Automotive Technician Shop Helper Parts Counter Sales Parts Driver-Shipper Receiver

Please email resume to: sean.walker@shaw.ca or fax to 604-536-3521

• Must have reliable vehicle • Certification required • Union Wages & Benefits Apply in person 19689 Telegraph Trail, Langley fax resume to 604-513-3661 or email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca

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LABORATORY ASSISTANT Acme Analytical Laboratories (Vancouver), a premier BC mining laboratory, is looking to fill various Laboratory Assistant positions for the graveyard shift (11pm - 7am) in its Vancouver facility. Must be able to handle up to 40 lbs as some heavy manual labor may be required.

Experience in a lab environment an asset but training will be provided. Starting wage of approximately $13 (combination of base wage, graveyard shift premium and daily production bonus).

Detail descriptions of the various positions are available on Acme’s website:

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Interested parties should submit resume and cover letter by email as instructed on the website.

Personal Trainer Certification Earn up to $70/hr as a Personal Trainer. Government Financial Aid may be avail. 604-930-8377 See our ad in todays paper under Education.

The lucky draw winners are:

1st Prize - D. KAISER of Surrey 2nd Prize - A. MORGAN of Coquitlam 3rd Prize - J. TOKARYK of Maple Ridge

General Employment

Needed for North Road area, 4 hours/day, 7 days/week. $10.50/hr.

Phone Shane 778-385-0291 or fax resume to 604-598-8416

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Hotel Restaurant

1035 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam, needs

F/T PIZZA COOKS SPACE

BOOKING to prepare all menu items, maintain QC and For: BOSTON PIZZA healthLBampton standards.

Rep: Must have1253125 3 years exp.

Ad#: as a cook.

Salary: 14.19/hr.

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Medical/Dental

Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months.

If you’ve been looking for a home-based opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work.

Qualified applicants receive training, support and monthly remuneration.

Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home.

A child at risk is waiting for an open door. Make it yours.

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FEATUREDEMPLOYMENT This position provides excellent benefits, flexible hours, opportunities for advancement and unlimited earning potential. Training is provided.

To learn more about this golden opportunity please submit your resume as follows.

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All advertising published in this newspaper is accepted on the premise that the merchandise and services offered are accurately described and willingly sold to buyers at the advertised prices. Advertisers are aware of these conditions.

Advertising that does not conform to these standards or that is deceptive or misleading, is never knowingly accepted. If any reader encounters non-compliance with these standards we ask that you inform the Publisher of this newspaper and The Advertising Standards Council of B.C. OMISSION AND ERROR: The publishers do not guarantee the insertion of a particular advertisement on a specified date, or at all, although every effort will be made to meet the wishes of the advertisers. Further, the publishers do not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error or inaccuracy in the printing of an advertisement beyond the amount paid for the space actually occupied by the portion of the advertisement in which the error occurred. Any corrections or changes will be made in the next available issue. The Coquitlam Now will be responsible for only one incorrect insertion with liability limited to that portion of the advertisement affected by the error. Request for adjustments or corrections on charges must be made within 30 days of the ad’s expiration.

For best results please check your ad for accuracy the first day it appears. Refunds made only after 7 business days notice!

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JUNIOR CITIZENS CARE CENTRE

Sales / Estimator

Richelieu Building Specialties, a distributor of construction speciality products is seeking a Sales Estimator at our Richmond location. Responsibilities include; growing sales through calling customers and building relationships, responding to contractor bid requests and following up on other sales leads.

Qualifications: willingness to call on our customer base, read and interpret blue prints, previous construction industry experience an asset and/or building tech educational background.

Please fax resume to 604-278-0639 or email: vancouverorderdesk @richelieu.com

(604)527-3805

DENTAL ASSISTANT Trainees Needed!

An excellent opportunity exists for a self-motivated, compassionate Sales Person in a long established, successful company.

Thanks to all who visited our booth at this year s Royal City Show & Shine.

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Community Notices

General Employment

FLAGPERSONS & LANE CLOSURE TECHS

Traffic Control, Flag Persons

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FLORAL SALES/ MERCHANDISER

REWARD SPACE BOOKING For: MATHER, NADIA Rep: Tierra, blonde NMather Labradoodle, 70 lbs.

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B & D Montessori Learning Academy

Is looking for an ECE and Montessori qualified teacher.

Full-time and Part-time positions. Available Immediately. (Class 4 Driver’s License would be a great asset)

Call 604-725-8712

Or drop off resume at: 1187 Eagleridge Drive Coquitlam

TRUTH IN ''EMPLOYMENT'' ADVERTISING Canwest Community Publishing makes every effort to ensure you are responding to a reputable and legitimate job opportunity. If you suspect that an ad to which you have responded is misleading, here are some hints to remember.

Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad.

Job opportunity ads are salary based and do not require an investment.

If you have responded to an ad which you believe to be misleading please call the Better Business Bureau at 604-682-2711, Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm or email inquiries@bbbvan.org and they will investigate.

Coquitlam / Port Moody Hiring Full-time & Part-time: ❏ECE & Infant Toddler Educ. $14.35/hour Email resume: juniorcitizens@shaw.ca Or phone: 604-779-5437

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Trades/Technical

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Well established company requires a certified mechanical engineer, with min 7 years experience in multi-family residential & commercial new construction projects. High level competency/ understanding of Plumbing, Fire Protection, HVAC & Ventilation Industry Standards. We offer highly competitive wages and benefits.

Please send resumes to fax 604-689-8809 or email: info@allstarmechanical.com

Electricians

Control Solutions Ltd, an Independent Temperature Control Contractor is hiring Journeymen/4th year construction electricians.

Competitive salary and a generous extended health/ dental plan.

Please send your resume by fax to 604-521-9292 or email to cslresume@controlsolutions.ca

MECHANICAL Help Wanted

Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club

is seeking a full time/part time Mechanic with hydraulic & small engine experience.

Great work environment & golf perks.

Email Bruce at: bthrasher @westwoodplateaugolf.com or call 604-945-0804

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Career Services/ Job Search

ACCENTUS MEDICAL Transcription Services

requires Canadian MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS to work from home. Expertise in Operative Reports needed.

Health Benefits now available!

Please apply online www.accentus.ca/ employment.html

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TUTOR DOCTOR TRI CITIES InHome Tutoring for All Ages and Subjects. Experienced & Qualified Tutors. 778.552.5262 jmeyer@tutordoctor.com www.tutordoctorca.com/tricities

Coquitlam: Aug 7 or 28 Burnaby: July 24 or Aug 15 Also Van • Sry • Rcmd • M.Ridge Health Inspector Instructors!

ADVANCE Hospitality Education BC’s #1 Foodsafe Choice

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Cats

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Dogs

Dogs

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

604-724-7652

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Dogs

BORDER COLLIE puppies 2 female each with one blue eye. $400.00 Phone 778-552-0299 ENGLISH MASTIFF lg. p/b pups.

Rare, apricot color & fawn. Shots, declawed. Ready Aug. 2. F-$900; M-$1100. Call 604-769-1234 FILA/MASTIFF GUARD DOGS owners best friend. Intruders worst nightmare. all shots, $2000 each. ready now! 604-817-5957

Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds 778-688-6340 abetterlifedogrescue.com ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding $400+ 604 590-3727 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS, p/b ready now, dewormed & vet checked, $700. 604-924-8014

GERMAN SHEPHERD pups for sale, born May 5th. CKC Reg. shots and vet check micro chip.

Great family pet or for show. $1000. M/Ridge 604-465-0728 LAB PUPPIES ready to go vet ✔ dewormed & vac. Blk & Choc males & females $550. 604-997-5504

Poultry

NON SHED small pets, credit card ok $400 up. 604-542-8892 pics @ www.puppiesandponies.ca

Childcare Available

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GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups healthy socialized. exc temp vet check deworm $575 604-819-8083

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BERNESE MOUNTAIN Dog Puppies. Vet checked and ready for good homes. $850. Langley 778-241-5504 BOSTON TERRIER puppies Only 2 Left shots dewormed Parents to view. Ready to go $1500. 604-542-1411

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P/B LABS, family raised, vet checked, 1st shots, $600 - $800 604-795-7662 No Sunday calls PIT BULL puppies male & female 8 wks 1st shots, dewormed. View parents. $400. Ph 604-701-1587

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Pets - Other

GUINEA PIG 3 1/2 yrs F tri colour +access. Needs good home.

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Food Products

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Furniture

Blueberry Farm

Top quality, fresh picked blueberries available daily.

Four different varieties available throughout the season.

Recipes also available.

BEST Deal Restwell Matt Sets.

Full wrty, Dble $319. Queen $339 King $559. Will deliver. 722-3636

5505 Business for Sale

Successful 30 year Old Vitamin Retail Business Selling individual store ❏ Exc.well established strip mall locations. ❏ Fully staffed. ❏ Large customer list. ❏ 100,000 + inventory Serious only. Call Bruce 604-274-4412.

Business Opportunity

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#1 JANITORIAL FRANCHISE Customers, (Office Cleaning), Training and support. Financing. www.coverall.com 604-434-7744 info@coverallbc.com ARE YOU A LEADER? If you can manage, motivate & create teams, you can write your own ticket. We’re a 16 yr old Co. doing business in 65 countries, our Canadian expansion plan requires 2 leaders from the area.

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Legal/Public Notices

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The estate of CHANDRA MATI RAM aka CHANRAMATI RAM NIRPAT, deceased, formerly of 2574 Burian Drive, Coquitlam, B.C. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of CHANDRA MATI RAM aka CHANDRAMATIRAM NIRPAT are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Administrator, AJAY KUMAR RAM, c/o Sonia Virk, Joomratty & Virk, Barristers & Solicitors, at #205-7134 King George Hwy, Surrey, B.C., V3W 5A3, on or before August 20, 2010, after which date the administrator will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the administrator then has notice.

FEATURED HOMES 6020-14

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Plants & Trees

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1866 Austin Ave., Coq.

LAB PUPS silver/charcoal , PB RARE! vet chd, social, quiet temp. $875. Chwk 778-549-8621

Business Services

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BROILER CHICKENS for sale in Abbotsford. call Rex or Jean after 5pm, 604-856-0349

CATS. Fixed - male and female rescued cats. Free to good, n/s indoor homes only. 604-513-9310 TORTOISE SHELL cat, 5 yrs old, free to a good home.

778-239-7087

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Wanted to Buy

CASH FOR: Tools, collectibles, toys, antiques, estates, art, junk boxes, misc stuff. Jim, 936-8583

27021-24th Avenue, Aldergrove!

Get more for everyday family living space in this custom built home. Features large open floor plan, fresh designer colours, expansive kitchen island, media room, extra large master bedroom with large soaker tub, dual shower and walk in closet. Includes unauthorized rental suite, central air throughout, full security system, wired for sound, hardwood floors plus many other extras.

Quiet undeveloped acreage across the street.

A Property Worth Seeing!

Call Leigh Turnbull 604-530-4111

Renting or buying, we’ve got what you’re looking for.

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Condos/ Townhouses

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Houses - Sale

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North Vancouver

Houses - Sale

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Real Estate

Open Sun 3-5pm. 1061 Marigold Pl. $1,099,000 'Handsworth Catchment' Lynda McDonald

604-999-2255 Macdonald Rlty.

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Industrial/ Commercial

For Sale - Langley Retail Strata, New Construction, aprox 1040sf $416K. Drive by #106, 19909 64th Ave Call Gord 604-649-6495

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Lots & Acreage

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Mobile Homes

Out Of Town Property

POINT ROBERTS Wash, US. Nr Tsawwassen. RANCHER 2200sf, reno’d, beautiful 70ft Waterfront Ocean! By Owner. 604-690-4979

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Real Estate Investment

★ RENT TO OWN! ★ If you have a small down payment, I have a nice home for you! Less then perfect credit OK. Call Kim 604-628-6598

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Close to Skytrain, U/G parking & storage avail. neartransit/Skytrain Gold Club, Near walk to & mountain shopping. park.

Taurus April 20-May 20: Remain flexible, curious, restless and talkative until mid-week. You could obtain a last-minute agreement Sunday-Tuesday.

Secrets, investments, intimacy, lifestyle choices are important and fortunate Tuesday eve/night.

But be cautious with these Wednesday/Thursday.

Thursday begins a month of home-related, security, family, property and similar themes (gardening, landscaping, nutrition, kid’s welfare, etc.) This week also begins 26 months of slowness in work, employment, machinery and health zones. Kids will be more work. Rewards come from hard work. Avoid lawsuits. You’ll be fine!

Gemini May 21-June 20: Thursday begins a fourweek period of heightened communications, travel, restlessness and casual friendships. You’ll generally love this time. Be curious, ask questions, go exploring, open newspapers. Now to October 2012, your loves and pleasures meet sobriety. Romance, hobbies, sports, risk-taking, creative projects and the pursuit of pleasure – all become harder, slower. But this area can succeed if you’re prepared to be responsible and loyal. Romance could flower with an older or younger person. You’ll succeed in research, investments, sex and health. This week’s future plan is wrong.

6508

BBY, NORTH. Lougheed Mall. 2 BR, 1 1/2 baths. $1100/MO + utils. Avail Aug. 1. ns/np, newly reno, 5 new appls, 604-671-4631

BBY, 4575 Grange, 1 or 2 BR Apt, nice & spac, hardwood flrs, parking, across fr Metrotown, N/s, N/p. Call Ariana 604-616-2824

BBY, Lougheed Mall. 1 BR corner unit, $825 incl heat & h/w. ns/np, Newly reno’d. U/grd prkg. storage, July 1. 604-779-3882

BBY, across L’heed Mall, immac 1 BD + den, cls to trans & amens, s/s appls, in ste laundry, lrg balc, u/g parking, incls h/w, $1100/mo, avail Aug 1, N/s, N/p, refs, lease req’d. Call Al 778-997-4786.

COQ 2 BR $825. 3 BR $1050.

Now/Aug 1. Incls d/w, ht, prkg.

Pet ok 604 523-9950 or 521-8249

Large 1 BR. @ $825. Newly renovated Incl heat & hot water.

1016 Howie Ave. nr Austin Raymar Realty. 604-723-3885 Coquitlam

918 Roderick Ave

Lrg 2 BR condo. Newer appls. $950. Avail Aug 1. N/S. Lease & excellent refs a must.

1064 Howie Avenue

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555 Cottonwood Ave, Coq

604-931-0312

Large units some with 2nd bathroom or den.

On bus routes, close to S.F.U. & Lougheed Mall.

CALYPSO COURT 1030 - 5th Ave, New West Near Transportation & Douglas College.

Well Managed Building.

BBY, HIGHGATE. 1 BR + den.

Quiet bldg. 6 appl, u/g prk. Ns/np. $1200/mo. Immed. 604-341-0361

office: 604 936-1225

JUNIPER COURT

office: 604 524-8174 cell: 604 813-8789 BBY, Lough Mall. 2 BR, f/p, instev w/d, u/g prkg. N/p. $1050 + util. Avail Aug 1. 604-771-9825

AMBER ROCHESTOR 545 Rochester Ave, Coq

Close to Lougheed Mall, S.F.U. & Transportation.

AMBER (W)

401 Westview St, Coq Large Units.

Near Lougheed Mall.

Transportation & S.F.U.

office: 604 939-2136 cell: 604 805-9490

ARBOUR GREENE 552 Dansey Ave, Coq

office: 604 939-4903 cell: 778-229-1358

415 Westview St, Coq

Close to Lougheed Mall, all Transportation Connections, Schools & S.F.U.

CASEY MANOR

325 Casey St, Coquitlam Large 1 BR Apt, from $760 incls heat, hot water, cable & secure u/grd prkg. Clean, quiet, adult-oriented building.

Small pets ok. View by appt.

office: 604 936-3907

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COQ AUSTIN & BLUE MTN. 1 - 2 BR, $720-$820 incl h/w & u/g prkg. Bldg w/d. 778-865-6696

BUCHANAN MANOR BBY BOSA HIGHGATE Deluxe 2 BR, 2 bath, granite/hardwood, $1295 incls parking & storage.

Avail now. N/S. Pet OK. Call Dirk, 604-294-9263 or 604-612-9032

nearCall Lougheed Mall. for details.

Cancer June 21-July 22: Chase romance, pleasure, beauty and creative or sports success Sunday to Tuesday – you’ll ride a winning streak! Jobs begun Tuesday night will succeed. Thursday begins a productive four-week phase of earnings, spending, memory and other possessions. But this week also begins 26 months of increased responsibility in domestic arenas, with kids, property, security, nutrition and all foundational concerns. You’ll have to work harder at these, and you might decide to let go of some situations (or relationships) that are just too much work. This week’s “career partnership” idea won’t work. Wait.

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Apt/Condos

WWW.EASYRENT.CA COQ. 555 Delestre Coq. 1 Br +den, prkg, balc, 730sf. storage, view, 1 yr lease $1150incl. 604-662-3279

Extra Large 2 Bedrooms.

Close to Lougheed Mall & S.F.U.

Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: A truly romantic month begins July 22. Two years of slow slogging in work end, but your relationships begin a two-year phase of sobriety and “slow movement.” Now to late 2012, if you take an antagonistic approach the best you’ll win is freedom; you’ll lose in most else.

Until October 2012, these do not work: chasing love for ego reasons, seeking recognition, fame, trying to optimistically sell to new clients. These do work: loyalty (e.g., old clients, present spouses) romance with other generations, career partnerships, cooperation. Tuesday night: understanding brings joy!

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: No fireworks, but this week is a turning point. Now to October 2012, you will be more sober, practical, no-nonsense. You will be determined to put your life on a sound foundation, especially in real estate, family and similar areas.

Yes, retirement’s coming! You’ll do this slowly and carefully. A major or basic change might be involved: e.g., relocation. Relationships need to be looked at.

If you’ve been a party type, that ends for two years.

Thursday starts a month of travel, talk, friends, errands. Be curious! DON’T start a relationship or negotiations this week; one might end.

Leo July 23-Aug. 22:You travel a lucky money streak (to Aug. 6) so take advantage, buy luxury items, ask for a pay raise, negotiate a deal, etc. DON’T overspend.

Money can flow through you like water, and you could end up poorer, despite taking more in! (If you’re into self-knowledge, look at the underlying reasons: Guilt? Lack of optimism?) Your weeks of weariness end Thursday, when a month of energy, charisma, effectiveness and clout begin! However, this isn’t a good week to start major projects. A romantic notion ends. The two years ahead slow communications, yet make this a fertile employment field.

Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Mellow yields to functional. Thursday ends weeks of fairly relaxed pondering, love, cultural pursuits, understanding and begins a month of ambition, prestige and career effort. Dress well, be prepared to meet bosses, higher-ups. But don’t start any work projects yet – wait until next week. This week ends two years of restricted socializing. Now to October 2012 you’ll meet fairly easy progress in many areas. However, dealings with government agencies, institutions and head office might be burdensome – more red tape, more communication levels with which to deal: effort needed.

Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Every party must end, every high note yield to a quieter one. Have your fun (and travel, contact people) Sunday to Tuesday.

Be domestic, rest up mid-week. (Real estate, kids’ savings plans are lucky Tuesday night.) Thursday begins a month of quietude, rest and retreat.

However, a bunch of social influences will keep you interactive: your graciousness will continue; but your smouldering sexuality will yield to talkativeness. Still, get your rest. Contemplate, plan, do charitable things, deal with government agencies. DO NOT invest, change your life, or “start sex” this week.

Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Lie low, work in the background Sunday to Tuesday. Think about your future, and how to get there. Your energy returns Tuesday eve to Thursday – but this is not a good week to start any project – or romance. Work on what’s already started, on research, finances, health, intimacy and safety. Thursday begins a month of mellow love and understanding, intellectual prowess, higher education, far travel, cultural involvements.

Two years of hard career burdens end now; but two years of sober social activity begin, involving other generations or money (e.g., take the boss golfing).

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July 18 - 24 Capricorn Dec.22-Jan.19: Relationships move from centre-stage to “under-stage” – they begin to operate secretly, subconsciously, or intimately. In business, you move from negotiation to actual funding. You bond more deeply, or break apart.This, for the month ahead.

The present week brings another turning point: two years of philosophical outlook, of learning or studying situations, ends. A two-year career, ambition, prestige and status phase, the most important in 30 years, begins. Live up to it! Start nothing this week except a security or realty deal. Happiness, Sunday-Tuesday!

Power, energy late week.

Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: At last, a month of weariness and drudgery ends – so do two years of financial restrictions! The weeks ahead bring fresh horizons, competition, opportunities, fights and loves, negotiation and litigation. The rancour and intensity of last winter and spring has fled, so if you’re in a fight, it’s possible to work out a deal; if you don’t, August/September could bring a lawsuit, a long, dreary, unprofitable one. If you aren’t fighting, the weeks ahead bring exciting meetings, intimate affections, sweet whispers. Careful with your speech this week: stray words return to bite.

Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: The past two years have brought restrictions, even disappointment in relationships. If you’ve succeeded, found love or fine partners, healed bonds, it has only come through hard work. Now, this phase ends. The two years ahead (to October 2012) transfer this need for “hard work” to your sexual and financial spheres. You can truly achieve your dreams in these areas – if you work hard to that end. Nothing comes of nothing. The month ahead features work, heath and machines. Be wise Sunday-Tuesday, ambitious mid-week, social Friday/ Saturday. Don’t spend big, nor start a money project. timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

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Apt/Condos

NEW WEST: Moody Park 1 BR $640 + utils. Quiet. Aug 1. Cat ok.

604-591-3628, 604-517-5593 NEW WEST. Reno’d Bach & 1 BR New Appl’s etc. No Pets, $675 -$795 inc. HT/HW 604-724-8353

MASSEY PLACE McBride Blvd, New West

Extra large 1 BR, 2 BR, 2 BR + Den & 3 BR Apts. Renovated, rent includes heat & hot water.

CALL (604) 524-5840 www.masseyplace.com

Middlegate Manor

By Highgate Mall in Burnaby 1 BR from $780/month 2 BR from $950/month Spacious, modern, clean bldg.

Includes heat, h/w, basic cable & prkg. Quiet pets ok.

Call Dan 604-728-2086

NEW WEST

St Andrews Street 1 BR or 3 BR Apt, Large balcony, updated, nr transit & amens, avail Aug 1, small pet ok with pet deposit.

Call 604-540-9300

6508

Apt/Condos

NEW WEST. Newer 2 BR + den, 2 f/baths. Granite, SS appl, insuite w/d, u/grd prkg, gym, clubhouse room. $1350/mo. 1 block to S/train, Quay & Douglas College.

Aug 1st or 15th. 778-960-8746 NEW WEST, Large 2 BR $1095, hdwd flrs, heat hot/water & cable.

Cat OK. Close to transit, quiet bldg. Av now. Jim 604-728-2086 NEW WEST, Uptown - Studio Apt, new lino & carpet. Bldg laundry, sec parkg. Low rise, near all amens & transit. Perfect for one. N/P, N/S, Refs req’d. $695.

Avail Aug 1. 604-526-1114

Port Moody NEW PORT VILLAGE

New DELUXE Condo Available NOW. 1 BR & Den • 900 square feet

7 appls, parking, storage.

Rec & Amenity rooms. NS / NP.

604- 983- 8046

New Westminster

(604) 521-0311

ROTARY TOWER 25 Clute St, New West

EL PRESIDENTE

220 7th St, New West 1 BR $700. 2 BR $850. Rent incls heat & hot water, reno’d suites with big patios. By shops, banks, skytrain & college. U/grd prkg available.

Call 604 519-1382 Managed by Colliers International

VILLA MARGARETA 320-9th St, New West

Bach & 1 BR Available.

All Suites Have Balconies.

Undergrd Parking Available.

Refs Required. Small Pet Ok.

CALL 604 715-7764 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

Age 55 or over. Beautiful view.

Bach high rise apt.

Close to trans & shopping.

Rent incl all utils. Refs req.

Contact Ana Cell: 778-859-0798

99-7360 Halifax St, Bby Bach, 1 BR & 2 BR

604 420-5636

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BONSOR APTS Renovated high rise, concrete building. Penthouse, 1 BR & 2 BR available. Very close to Metrotown, Skytrain & Bonsor swimming pool. Rent includes heat, hot water. Reference required.

ROYAL CRESCENT ESTATES

Queens Avenue 136 10th St, New West

3 BR Townhouse, $1218 includes heat & hot water, w/d hookup & common laundry & u/grd prkg. $1200 share purchase.

6515

Duplexes - Rent

2 BDRM/BSMT suite for rent In Burke Mtn (Coq). W/d, util, WiFi incl. $1150/mth. N/s, no pets.

604-944-1279 2 BR bsmnt ste, 1100 sf, cls to all amens, $950/mo + 1/3 utils, immed, N/s, N/p, Boundary & Imperial area. Call 604-790-8099 BBY 2 BR bsmt, lrg livg rm, gas f/p, own w/d. Avail now. $900 incls utls. NS/NP. 604-779-0414 BBY 2 BR g/lvl ste, n/s, n/p, $850 incls utils/cable/internet. NrMetrotown, no w/d, 604-434-1422 BBY, BRENTWOOD, 1 BR bsmt ste. Avail Aug 1. NS/NP, no W/D. $800 incls utls. Jill 604-298-5668

Large units. Close to Golden Ears Bridge. Great view of River

office: 604 463-0857 cell: 604 375-1768 St. Andrews Court

910 St. Andrews Street, New Westminster Bach suite, $700/mo. Big 1 BR from $750/mo. Rent includes heat. Reno’d, new paint, h/wd flrs. Cat ok. Seniors’ special.

GARDEN VILLA 1010 6th Ave, New West

1 BR & 2 BR Available.

Beautiful atrium with fountain.

By shops, college & transit.

Pets negotiable. Ref required.

CALL 604 715-7764 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

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Apt/Condos

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BBY. Capitol Hill. Renovated 1 BR. 900 sf. Priv laundry. $875/mo incl hydro. Ns/np. 604-294-9830

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

PORT COQ, 1 BR ste. $785 incl heat & hot water. Avail Now. 604 941-8344 or 778-855-4843

6605

Townhouses Rent

2 BR +den, new kitchen, paint, near SFU & Lougheed Mall, $1250, avail Aug 1, 604-607-5445 BBY NORTH 3 BR, Broadway/ Sperling, nr SFU, quiet area, ns/ np, $1650. Sep 1. 604-505-5039

WOODLAND PARK

TOWNHOMES Professionally managed family townhome complex on 28 acres located in beautiful Port Moody.

Spacious 2 BR & 3 BR units, 5 appls, inste w/d, walk out bsmt, 1 parking.

Cat friendly.

Contact 604 939-0221 woodland@rentmidwest.com

BBY, NORTH. Clean 2 BR, g/lvl.

Nr SFU. Big back yard. Nice area!

Ns/np. Immed. 604-253-0168

COQ, LOUGH Mall. 4 BR. Sh’d w/d, deck, f/yard. N/s. $1,550/mo incl hydro. Aug 1st. 604-313-4083

6540

Houses - Rent

BBY EAST, 3 BR, 2 f/bath, 4 appls, garage, large sundeck.

Aug 1. $1400. By bus. NS/NP. 604-512-8196 or 604-722-4142

BBY CTRL. 1 BR bsmt, av now. $750 incls utls & sh’d W/D. N/P. 604-540-9420 or 604-779-7816 BBY, Deer Lake. 2 BR, sh’d w/d, c/port. Suits 1 or 2. $1000/mo incl hydro. Ns/np. Now. 604-521-6120 BBY E 2BR glvl, 1200sf, inste w/d, f/yd, priv sundeck, ns/np, $900 + util, Sept 1, 604 290-2181 BBY, E. Newer 1 BR, priv entry. $750/mo inclds hydro. Ns/np, no w/d. Aug 1st. Refs. 604-521-1366 BBY, Georgia/Boundary. 3 BR, grd/lvl suite. Garage, sh’d w/d.

Suits small family. $1200 incl utils. Avail Aug 1st. 604-298-6261 BBY, Gov’t Rd, New 2 BR glvl, nr SFU Skytrn, nr 2lvls schl, $1150 incl util, ns/np. 604 721-1607

BBY LOUGH’D Mall. 3 BR house, new flrs & paint. Avail now. $1500 + utils. 604 540-2046

22588 Royal Crescent Ave, Maple Ridge

Hi-Rise Apartment with River View & Indoor Pool.

1 BR & 2 BR Available.

Rent includes heat & hot water. Remodelled Building and Common area. Gated undergrd parking available.

References required.

6508

Co-ops

Bayside Property Services Ltd.

Danny 604-728-2086

MONTECITO TOWERS

6510

909 - 12th Street

1 BR, newer appls. Avail Now/ Aug 1. $625. N/S, cat ok.

Lease & excl refs a must.

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6602

Email for application

814 Royal Avenue

As new 2 BR condo, 6 appls.

N/S, pet possible. Avail Aug 1.

Lease & excl refs. $1250.

Apt/Condos

SUNSET PARK

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New Westminster

6508

COQ Ctre, by schools, College, 5BR, 2 baths, lrg yrd, storage.

Refs. $1750. Aug1 604-939-0273 COQ Nr L’heed Mall, 3 BR up, fully fin bsmnt dwn, pets ok, w/d, $1800 + util, now. 604 727-2001 COQ. WEST, 2 level, 5 br, 1 bath, 5 appls, 1 min to shops/trans. now $1800, ns, np, 604-764-6618 NW Queenb’h 4 BR, 2nd flr, w/d.

Nr bus. Aug 1. $1100 + ½ utls.

604-515-7875 or 778-829-7675 POCO 3 BR, modern duplex, 2 baths, all appls, lrg yard, Sep 1.

Pets ok. $1350. 604-807-3899 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN No Qualification - Low Down CHILLIWACK – 9557 Williams St, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town, close to shops & schools............... $888/M SOUTH SURREY/WHITE ROCK – 15532 Madrona Dr., 3 bdrm, HOUSE, on Cul-de-Sac in quiet family neighborhood, huge yard,

BBY HIGHGATE. 2 BR ste $900 & 1 BR $750, incls cable, net. N/P 604-515-4714 or 778-887-2659 BBY, LRG 2 BR g/lev ste, very clean. $900 incls hydro/sat cable & w/d, N/s. Call 604 517-2140 BBY, METROTOWN. 3 BR main flr, wd, np, $1280 + utils. Avail Now. 604-779-7524 BBY, N. Buffalo St. 1 BR, kitchen, full bath, clean, quiet place. $850/mo incl utilities. No Smoke/ No Pet. Avail now. 604-420-1077

BBY, NORTH. 2 BR g/lvl, f/ba, sh’d w/d. N/P. $925/mo + util. 121 North Warwick. 604-299-0403

BBY, S. Boundary/Kingsway. 1 BR, f/bath, f/yard, veggie garden, shared w/d. $700/mo incl hydro/ cbl. Immed. Ns/np. 640-437-7519 BBY SFU, Brand new. 3 BR Upper & 2 BR bsmt ste, sh’d W/D. Avail now. NS/N/P. 604-299-3695

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6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-20

Coq./Poco/ Port Moody

BDRM WITH in shared house $450 incls utils/cable/ph/w/d.

Avail now. 604-315-6611 ROOMMATE NEEDED to share 1800 sqft Townhouse in Port Moody, w/d, $650 incls utils, cable & internet, parking, indoor pool, Avail Aug 1, Call 778-846-5275

6600

Storage

PITT MEADOWS. 48’ X 50’ steel frame. Heated & secure. Insulated. $650/mo. 604-465-2162

10 BAY bodyshop for rent right across the street from ICBC claim centre. Lots of parking. Full downdraft spraybooth, air dryer, frame pulling system, air compressor etc.. avail if needed. Turn key operation. Can be used for other purposes as well. $4500 per/mo. Nick 604-351-6577

BBY 6994 Greenwood St, Brand New approx 1800sf W/H with finished office, clean, large O/H door, 3 phase power, avail Now. Call 604 929-9493 www.westrockproperty.com COQ, Office Space for Rent, $1000/mo, 810sf + mezz, nr Port Mann Bridge. 604-464-7590

COQ, Blue Mnt/Como Lake, 2 BR g/lvl, 2 bath, shared w/d. $1000 incls utils. By amens. Avail now.

N/S & N/P. 778 859-1808 COQ, Como Lake/Clarke. 1 BR, f/bath. Ns/np. $695/mo incl hydro/ cable. Av. now. 778-217-9934 COQ MAIN flr 1 BR ste + 1 BR storage. Executive View home, f/p, deck. Suits 1 quiet person. $850+ utls. NS/NP 778-882-3959 M. RIDGE central, 3 BR upper flr, 2 bath, vaulted ceiling, 1500 sf, covered prkg, d/w, shared laundry, nr bus, shops, ns np. $1350 incls utils. Aug 1. 604-460-8024

N WEST, Lrg 1 BR + den. Near 22 Skytrn & amens $790 incls utils /cbl. Now. ns/np. 604-710-1864 PO CO 4 BR upper, 2 full baths, 4 appls, deck & shed. Aug 1. Refs $1450+ ½ utils. 604-315-6611 POCO, RENO’D 3 BR, main flr, 1 1/2 bth, quiet, shrd lndry, $1250 + 2/3 utils, n/s, n/p. 604-728-7404 POMO.2 BDR+DEN abv grd bsmt. V. bright, own w/d, near SFU, ocean view. Aug 1. $1150 incl utils & wifi. 604-939-0020.

HOME SERVICES

8073

Drainage

BAJ MINI EXCAVATING Sewer/storm, drains, oil tanks, paving, retain wall. 604-779-7816

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COQ Unit 201-2080 Hartley Ave, 1500 sf, a/c office, reno’d, great layout, 2 washrooms, kitchen, 4 priv offices, large open area, $1300/mo + HST, gated cplex, ample prkg. 604 929-9493 www.westrockproperty.com

8010

Alarm Services

604-463-7919

Lic. # 91746

White Glove Residential Cleaning Service

#1167 LIC Bonded. Expert trouble shooter, sm job specialist, reno’s, panel changes. 617-1774.

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Contr 97222. 40 yrs exp. 1 stop!

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GENSON ELECTRICAL Licenced & bonded. EC #102722 Ind/Comm/Res. 604-763-7021 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

8087

Excavating

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• All Bobcat & Mini-X Services • Small Hauls Available • Fast Reliable Service

Call Ryan: 604-329-7792

8090

Fencing/Gates

      

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8110

Floor Refinishing

Artistry of Hardwood Floors

Refinish, sanding, install, dustless 604-219-6944 We cover the HST

8125

Gutters

395-6842

Harmony Home Cleaning harmonyclean@live.ca Call Misti, 778-846-6478

8060

Concrete

DALL’ANTONIA CONCRETE Prompt, Professional, Family run 40+yrs. Seniors % 604 240-3408

8073

Drainage

Full Seamless Gutter Installation/Repairs Soffits All jobs Guaranteed.

Fully insured/WCB covered Will beat any competitors price

604-439-9417

★ HANDYMAN★ $30 per hour Call 604-762-6401 PROFESSIONAL HANDYMAN For Homes or Businesses.

Call Dave at 778-386-3844

Stevie’s Handyman Services No Job too Small, Good Rates Call Stevie 778-997-0337

8150

Kitchens/Baths

STL Contracting; Renovations Kitchens, Baths, Tiles, Painting, Drywall plus More! 604-626-1670

8155

Landscaping

No job too big.

No job too small.

We keep it simple.

• Full Yard Cleanup • Pruning trees, shrubs & hedges the proper way!

• Planting Plan & Full Installation / Fencing • Retaining walls, walkways, patios & bed edging Please call Sherry

604-992-6654

Landscape Technician & Cert. Arborist

FORTRESS RETAINING WALLS & LANDSCAPES

• Driveways • Sod • Topsoil • Sand • Gravel • River Rock • Bark Mulch • Fencing & Woodworking • Arbours • Pergolas • Bridges

• Retaining Walls • Patios • Walkways • Interlocking Paving Stones Certified by The National Concrete Masonry Association

CHRIS SPRUSTON 604-908-1258 ★ AMAZING TOUCH LAND’G ★ Paving, retaining walls, turfing, planting. Call 604-889-4083 ★ OPERA LANDSCAPING ★ Retaining walls, irrigation, paving, patios, fences, etc. 778-688-2444

Lawn & Garden

•Res/Com Lawn Maintenance •Yard Cleanup • Lawn Repairs •Gardening • Building Projects •Hedge Trimming • Tree Pruning Bulk landcape material & delivery Free Est 604 779-6978

CHAFFER BEETLE. Now is the time for treatment! Landscaping, gardens & hedges. 778-885-6488

Edgemont Gutters. Sales & Install 5’’ continuous gutter, minor repairs, cleaning. 604-420-4800 PRESSURE WASHING, Gutter Cleaning and Repairs Call George 778-859-7793

DRAIN TILES & WATER LINES Without Digging a Trench 604-294-5300

604-878-5232

8160

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TRUSTED HOME IMPROVEMENTS

SINCE 1997

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Watt Power Electric Ltd

• Full reno’s • Service changes • New homes • Lighting upgrades Quality electrical work done right.

No job is too small!

Call Chris Watt, 778-229-2617

West Coast Cedar Installations Custom fencing, decking & more 604-244-8824, Cell: 604-788-6458

ALARM

8130

Electrical

PRECISION

8055

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

6450

6620

Warehouse/ Commercial

BBY N, Newly Reno 2 BR gl, 1000sf, nr amens, shd ldry, $1050 incl util, ns/np. 604 721-1607

new roof, double garage.. $1,688/M Call Kristen 604 435-5555 or 786-4663

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PRP GUTTER CLEANING & GUTTER REPAIRS. Free estimates 604-764-0399

A Gardener & A Gentleman Lawn, garden, tree svcs. Pruning, yard clean-up, rubbish. 319-5302

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8160

Lawn & Garden

8185

Moving & Storage

8220

Plumbing

Coquitlam

LANDCAPING LTD.

❏ SUMMER CLEAN-UP ❏ Yard Maintenance ❏ Hedge Trim ❏ Tree Pruning ❏ Lawn Cuts ❏ Weeding ❏ Retaining Walls ❏ Drainage Fully insured. Call John: 604-464-8700 or 778-867-8785

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Adams Yardcare Services: Great Rates! Hedges, Lawns, Pruning etc. Adam 778-899-4162

$30 P/HR. Abe Moving & Delivery & Rubbish Removal. ★ Available 24 hours. Abe at: 604-999-6020

Lawn & Garden • Clean-ups & Disposal, Gutters/Press Washing Seniors Disc. Al @ 604-783-3142

Monty J’s Moving From $50/hour and up 604-710-5253

ABBA MOVERS bsmt clean 1-4 ton Lic, ins’d from $35/hr, 2 men $45 day honest 26 yrs est 506-7576.

LOCAL PLUMBER - Licensed, insured,GASFITTING, renos, Repairs. VISA 604-469-8405

POPEYE’S MOVING 604-783-6454 Vancouver 604-377-2503

www.popeyesmovingbc.com

STONE WORK

Retaining walls, facing, cultured stone.

604-603-2576

tymerstonework.com ALLCASTLE MASONRY LTD Natural & cultured stonework.

20 yrs exp. 604-551-2212

8180

Home Services

BE COOL! Talk to Someone You Trust.

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING Sears also installs ROOFING, WINDOWS, WINDOW COVERINGS & CARPETING

TwoGuysWithATruck.ca Moving, Storage, Free EST 604-628-7136. Visa, OK

8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

CANSTAR PAINTING The Quality You Trust!

Interior & Exterior Projects Prof. Crew of Master Painters Prof. Design & Product Consultation Free Est./Written Guarantee

Insured/WCB

778-997-9582

Kraft Painting & Decorating Residential, Commercial,Apartments EXPERTS OF:

24 HOURS 1-800-4-MY-HOME • (1-800-469-4663)

8185

Moving & Storage

AFFORDABLE MOVING

Int/Ext

Excellent $$$$

Written Guarantee Free Est * Insured * WCB

778-881-6096

ANMORE PAINTING. Ext & int, 15 yrs exp. Excellent refs. Call Andrew 604-537-4764

FREE ESTIMATES

ROLL INTO A NEW LOOK Int/Ext, Staining, Floor Coating etc. Quality work. 604-340-6371

www.affordablemoversbc.com

B&Y MOVING

★ STAFFORD & SON ★ Interior/Exterior. Top quality work.

Reasonable rates. 604-809-3842

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Fast & Dependable Special Rates Seniors Disc. Call 604 464-5872

604 936-2808

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Edgemont Building Maintenance. Power Washing. Window & Gutter Cleaning, 604-420-4800

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

dave abbott

TILE& STONE free estimates 778.808.5912

Since 1983

FROM DESIGN TO FINISH

Specialties Include: Kitchen & Bath Improvements We Also Do: • Roofing • Sundecks • Door & Window Replacements

www.chrisdalehomes.com

FERREIRA HOME IMPROVEMENTS Additions ★ Renovations Concrete Forming ★ Decks Garages ★ Bathrooms Ceramic Tile ★ Drywall Hardwood Flooring

New . Additions . Renovations Licenced, insured and bonded 25+ years exp . 604 936-0404 PRP RENOVATIONS. Kitchens, baths, tiling, flooring, painting, plumbing, gutters 604-764-0399

WWW.BCROOFING.CA

8250

Roofing

•Residential Roofing •Siding and Window Installations •Aluminum Awnings and Railings •Rain Gutter Replacements •Drainage Installations and Repairs Member BBB - Member RCABC Full Liability Coverage and WCB Designated Project Managers and Third Party Inspections

Call 604-327-3086 for a free estimate Quote code 1969 for a 5% discount

www.crownresidentialroofing.com #1 Roofing Company in BC All types of Roofing Over 35 Years in Business Call for your FREE ESTIMATE

604-588-0833

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TOP Painting & Pressure Wash Res/Comm. Best Rates / Free Est Top Quality! Joe 604-782-1377

8220

Plumbing

10% Off with this Ad! Aman’s Plumbing Service, Lic. Gas Fitter, Reas. Rates. 778-895-2005 $38/HR

Clogged drains, drips, garbs, installs & more, reliable! 24 hr Emergency service 604-217-2268

Free Estimates

HOME SERVICES Rubbish Removal

604-RUBBISH 782-2474

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$30 P/HR. Abe Moving & Delivery & Rubbish Removal. ★ Available 24 hours. Abe at: 604-999-6020 Big Phil’s Rubbish Removal Take your junk away same day.

Call for rates 778-892-4515 DISPOSAL BINS 10 - 40 yard bins. Lowest rates! disposalking.com 604-306-8599

MAC ROOFING INC.

Residential & Commercial Torch On Specialist Member of Shell Busey’s House Smart Referral Network ★ Govt Certified ★ 20 yrs exp

778-237-ROOF (7663) YOUNG BROTHERS ROOFING

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Shingles, Cedar Shakes, or Torch-on, 30,40,50 material warranty. W.C.B.

Call: 778-896-4858

A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

A North West Roofing Specialist in Re-Roofing & Repair, Free Est 10% disc, WCB, Liability Insured.

Jag 778-892-1530

A1 CONTRACTING. Bsmt, bath, kitchen cabinets, tiling, painting & decks. Dhillon, 604-782-1936

A Save on Roofing - specialize in ★refoof ★ repair★ Fully Ins. Free est. 10% discount 778-892-1266

JKB CONSTRUCTION LTD. HOME RENOVATIONS

604-728-3009 jkbconstruction.com

PRP ROOFING. 15 yrs exp. Reroof, new roofs & repairs. Insured, WCB. Free est 604-764-0399

A-Z KITCHENS, c-top, granite, bathrooms, tile, floor, carpet, paint, blinds. Bob 778-318-3950

SSK ROOFING & SIDING Re-roofing. Gutters. WCB / BBB 604-787-4622 or 778 240-6513

Sun Decks

UNITED VINYL SUNDECKS LTD.

• Waterproofing • Aluminum Awnings • Custom Aluminum Railings • Deck Renovations

Free Est.

942-5394

8309

Tiling

$ BEST RATES $

Dangerous tree removal, pruning, topping, hedge trimming & stump grinding.

Fully insured & WCB

Jerry 604-618-8585 Andrew 604-618-8585

A-1 TRI CRAFT TREE SERVICES (EST. 1986) Treeworks 15 yrs exp. Tree/ Stump Removal, Prun’in & Trim’in & View Work 291-7778, 787-5915 www.treeworksonline.ca

8335

Window Cleaning

WILL HAUL out garages and bsmts, for little or no $ if saleable items are included. 604-936-8583

RENEW KITCHEN & Baths. Tile, stone work, laminate, hardwood, painting 15 yr exp. 604-773-2264

Edgemont Building Maintenance. Window & Gutter Cleaning, Power Washing. 604-420-4800

AUTOMOTIVE

9125

Domestic

9145

Scrap Car Removal

THE SCRAPPER SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL 1999 INTRIGUE GLS, V6, 178,000 km, auto, loaded, 1 owner, no accidents, always garaged, $2,999. 604-534-3435 2007 FORD FOCUS, 2 dr h/back, 5 speed manual, silver. 27,000 km. $5,650 firm. 604-329-6225

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Save lots of $$$ Guaranteed Results!

Call KoolAir King

604-996-5464(KING)

9130

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

9145

Scrap Car Removal

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9155

9160

Sports & Imports

MOBILE VEHICLE INSPECTION 604-307-6781

9515

Boats

1987 CANAVENTURE 17 ft, with trailer, 115 hp (1992) Yamaha O/B motor $5888. 604-751-2798

9522

Motorhomes/RVs

1995 FORD Glendale Royal Classic, 28Ft. 164K, walk around bed, + more, recessed awning, exc cond $19,000obo 604-826-4523

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

1992 MAZDA B2200, double cab, burgundy, good cond, air cared. $2600. Lang. 604-888-6075

1999 MONACO Diplomat diesel pusher Class A, loaded, immac.

38 feet $69,900 604-916-4931

1995 PONTIAC Sunrunner 175k, new brakes, auto, 4 cyl, hrdtop.

Gd cond. $4500. 604-737-9966

9160

Sports & Imports

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2003 ADVENTURER 22ft RV, 84K, sleeps 6, new tires, Exc Cond $28,500 604-819-6130

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8305

Tree Services

Ceramic & Stone Installation •Bath •Kitchen •Floors •Decks Int/Ext •Free Est • 604-789-5671

2007 VICTORY 8 Ball, 9700k. pass equip, cust windshield, shotgun pipe.$10,500. 778-240-0584 A Eastcan Roofing & Siding Ltd All types of Re-Roof, Repair, Gutter. WCB. BBB. 604-562-0957

COASTAL RESTORATION. Stucco, int & ext painting, leak repairs. 20 yrs exp. 604-562-4442

8315

MAN WITH TRUCK available for rubbish removal, moving and deliveries. Todd 604-765-9684

10% lower than any other written estimate SENIORS DISCOUNT WCB & Fully Insured

Stucco

BOB’S WINDOW Gets that Clean, Clear Shine No Drops, No Drips, No Streaks Right into the corners! Serving you for over 20 yrs. Also do Gutters 604 588-6938

• Repairs • Reroof • New Roof

604-726-6345

8300

* We Remove & Recycle Anything*

JJ Roofing

NORM, 604-466-9733 Cell: 604-841-1855

604-728-3009

604-716-5325

8255

''Satisfaction Guaranteed''

Three time Georgie Award Finalist National Sam Award Finalist Georgie Award for Best Renovation “Why Trust Your Renovation To Anyone Else”

ROOFING

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Complete Bathroom Reno’s Suites, Kitchens,Tiling, Skylights, Windows, Doors, 604 521-1567

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604-298-1222

P & G HOME SERVICES

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Residential & Strata Prompt Service. WCB Insured

Renovations & Home Improvement

www.jkbconstruction.com

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Complete Pressure Washing: Roofs, Houses, Driveways, etc Gutter Cleaning & Repairs.

TOTAL HOME RENOVATIONS

Good Day Painting Fully Insured, Quality Work, Res/Comm, No Payment till Job is Completed!

Call Thomas 604 377-1338

604-537-4140

Grant’s Home Maintenance

RUDI 604-939-0697 or 778-838-2666

45 We accept Visa, Mastercard & Interac Seniors Discount

Power Washing

Special rates for ongoing maintenance painting.

ELITE PAINTING & pressure washing, free est., res/comm, Lic./Reg’d Rob 778-319-9872

Licenced & Insured Local & Long Distance

8225

installation and repairs

1 to 3 Men

1, 3, 5, 7 or 10 Ton $ From

PACIFIC ACE PLUMBING INC. •Repairs •Installation •Insured Free Est. Call • 778-836-8835

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AAA PRECISION PAINTING

604-464-8600 ext 213

Water Lines (without digging) Sewer Lines (without digging) Install. Drain tiles. 604-294-5300 HIGHMARKPLUMBING.COM Heating, Gas fitting, Drainage.

Excavation. 604-945-6060

YARD CLEAN-UP, Trim/Prune hedges, pressure wash, rubbish removal, Free est. 604-710-9670

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8175

CANRO SERVICE. H/W tank, furnace, boiler, drain, installations & repairs. BBB. 604-789-6767

8240

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1989 HONDA Acura Legend.

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9540

604-315-1452

604-761-7175 #1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200

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2007 KOMFORT 29ft 5th Wheel, all custom equipt, $26,900 obo.

Sry. Call 604-590-2824 26 FT Jayco Trailer, jayflight/06 slideout, a/c, awn, fr. bedroom, sleep 6, like new, used 4 days in 07, $18,500 obo. 604-880-8643

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