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ARMS IN THE AIR TO SHOW THEY CARE

Brewers Row in Port Moody expands with the opening of Parkside, which joins three other craft brewers in what has become a local beer lover’s destination.

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Some 800 people took part in the 25th annual Coquitlam Relay for Life on Saturday at Percy Perry Stadium in Town Centre Park. And the participants — who walked, danced, sang and gave — raised more than $265,000 in the Canadian Cancer Society event. For more photographs, please see page 23.

METRO VAN TRANSPORTATION

B.C. short of transit promises: report $4.75B promised, $1.1B delivered, says Suzuki study

JEFF NAGEL BLACK PRESS

The B.C. government has fallen far short of commitments to invest in public

transit laid out in its 2008 provincial transit plan while powering ahead with billions of dollars in spending on road and bridge megaprojects, according to a report by the

David Suzuki Foundation.

Foundation CEO Peter Robinson accused the province of “systematic underfunding of transit” that exacerbates congestion in dense

areas of Metro Vancouver.

The provincial plan of 2008 promised $4.75 billion in provincial funding for transit over 12 years as part of $11.1 billion in total projects.

But the Suzuki report says only $1.1 billion has so far flowed from the B.C. government. see SOCIAL, ECONOMIC, page 9

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The City of Port Moody is updating its Zoning Bylaw to make it more user friendly, implement policies in the new Official Community Plan and address some key land use challenges. We’re consulting with the community on a number of proposed changes in these three themed areas:

1. Complete Community

2. Environment

3. Transit-Oriented Development

Preserving heritage character in Moody Centre, increasing adaptable housing and encouraging uses to meet community needs

Protecting streams and encouraging sustainable buildings

Creating compact, walkable, mixed-use communities around SkyTrain stations

Come to our second open house focusing on the environment and transit-oriented development When: Wednesday, June 15, 2016 from 7-9pm Where: Port Moody City Hall Galleria, 100 Newport Drive

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View our presentation boards, sign up for our email list and fill out a survey online at www.portmoody.ca/blueprint anytime after June 16.

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PORT MOODY BREWERS’ ROW

And Parkside makes 4 Moody brews brothers Murray Street has become a destination for beer lovers JANIS WARREN

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hey’re the new kid on the block but they already have plenty of friends.

Supportive friends. Thirsty friends.

Friends who have helped them get established in their new neighbourhood.

And today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m., after what seems like a long wait, The Parkside Brewery will officially roll open its doors to the public, joining Yellow Dog Brewing, Moody Ales and Twin Sails Brewing on Murray Street in Port Moody — now widely known as Brewers’ Row, which has already become a destination for Lower Mainland beer lovers.

The venture is a dream come true for co-owners Vern Lambourne, a Port Moody resident and former brewmaster for Granville Island Brewing for 14 years, and Sam Payne, previously the sales manager with Red Truck Beer Company for a decade.

It has been a labour of love.

Since they leased their 6,800sq. ft. industrial space at 2731 Murray St., across from the Port Moody Station Museum, the pair, their friends and family have spent countless hours over the past year cleaning, painting, setting up the furniture, ordering glasses, growlers and kegs, having special flight “benches” made, installing tanks and taps — and even brewing beer — to get ready for the government inspections.

Last Friday, they passed the final hurdle and happily changed the paper signs on the glass doors from “Open June 8th-ish” to “Open June 8 2 p.m.”

Yesterday, they held a VIP tasting to show off their latest batch: Dawn Pilsner (4.9% alcohol, a nod to the traditional German style); Dusk Pale Ale (5.3%, a “relaxed West Coast” blend); Graffiti IPA (6.9%, with grapefruit, light pine and floral hop notes); Dim Wit; and a seasonal — the craft beers they’ve always wanted to build from scratch.

That was the point of becoming self-employed, Lambourne

said. “It’s every brewer’s dream to be able to do what you want, and we’re finally doing it.”

The two also knew they could make their business work, especially given the location.

Since Yellow Dog opened its doors two years ago, it was followed quickly by Moody Ales and, last year, by Twin Sails — all within easy walking distance of one another.

Parkside is right in the middle of Brewers’ Row, its building painted black and lime green to give it a retro, “timeless” feel, Payne said.

Inside, the owners have kept the industrial decor, added a long bar — which also serves cider, wines and root beer (for the kids) — and a skinny table facing the front glass doors, where patrons can look across to Rocky Point Park and the inlet.

There’s enough seating for 111 guests wanting to drink, eat from food trucks when they park next to the building (allowing people inside to order), play shuffleboard and video games, and, of course, socialize.

At the back, they’ve included a large graffiti image — also in their signature colours — of “Parkside” and, outside the building, they’re having a mural of a map painted for the West Coast Express (and soon, Evergreen Line) passengers to welcome them in after their trip.

At the front of the building, they’ve got areas for on-leash dogs and bike parking, plus a parking lot with 15 spots.

And while Parkside is a business, Payne said they look forward to working with their neighbouring competitors to promote Brewers’ Row. Each month, they meet with representatives from Yellow Dog, Moody and Twin Sails to brainstorm about business, tourism (such as being part of the BC Ale Trail), how to share costs and upcoming collaborations.

“But, mostly, we talk about how we can support each other,” Payne said, adding, “What we really want is to bring the community together. We really believe we have made the right decision.”

Added Lambourne, “People are really excited for us. They’re happy to see two guys do what they want to do.”

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of Moody Ales, which currently has a seating capacity of 75 in its lounge plus more in its picnic area, said he is eager to have Parkside open in the neighbourhood.

“It has been getting busier and busier for all of us and, with Parkside opening, it’s really going to cement Port Moody’s Brewers’ Row as a craft beer destination in the Lower Mainland.” jwarren@tricitynews.com @jwarrenTC

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Above left: Vern Lambourne (right), a Port Moody resident and former brewmaster for Granville Island Brewing, and Sam Payne, previously sales manager with Red Truck Beer, are partners in The Parkside Brewery in PoMo. The business was scheduled to open today at 2 p.m., joining three other craft beer makers on Murray Street, which has become known as Brewers’ Row — and has become a destination for Metro Vancouver beer lovers.

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Police and paramedics responded Sunday after a man was hit by a CP Rail train on the tracks near Westwood Street and Dewdney Trunk Road in Coquitlam. The victim’s identity hasn’t been released.

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A man in his 30s died after being hit by a train Sunday afternoon near the Westwood Street crossing just north of Dewdney Trunk Road in Coquitlam.

The incident occurred at around 3:45 p.m. when the man was walking along the tracks behind the homeless shelter at 3030 Gordon Ave. CP Rail police were on the scene shortly after the man’s body was found and have been conducting the investigation

along with the Coquitlam RCMP. The victim has been identified and police are working to notify his family.

Coquitlam RCMP Const.

Jamie Phillipson said it was too early to say whether drugs or alcohol were a factor.

Westwood Street was closed during the investigation but reopened a few hours later.

Other news:

CROW EXPLOSION

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Nobody was hurt during the incident but an apartment building was evacuated at around 8:30 a.m.

“It caused a fire alarm in one of the apartment complexes to go off,” said Const Phillipson.

“Everyone was evacuated.”

He added that he was unaware of any significant loss of power in the area resulting from the explosion.

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Construction work underway on Clarke Commuters heading to Barnet Highway via Clarke Road in Port Moody should be prepared for delays.

Construction work started Monday, with crews on site between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. daily.

One lane of traffic will remain open in each direction at all times, according to a city press

release, which also says no closures or detours are planned, and “areas of work will be adjusted to accommodate rush hour traffic.”

The work includes rehabilitation of the existing road surface and installation of municipal utilities such as storm drainage, water main improve-

ments and street lighting. The project will also include safety improvements such as improved road alignment, installation of concrete barriers, new sidewalks, signage, and lane marking upgrades.

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Starting Saturday, the city will close the Laurier Avenue facility for its annual maintenance.

The racquetball courts and the café will also be shut-

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Until July 4, city crews will be draining pools, replacing filters, installing a UV system, replacing floors, drywalling and painting.

For residents and visitors wanting to go for a dip, the

Centennial and Robert Hope outdoor pools will be open for leisure and swimming lessons.

And beginning June 25, the Sun Valley and Routley wading pools will open.

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Public consultation on several key pieces of city land in Port Moody begins Saturday with a community open house to discuss the future of two parcels near city hall.

The city is gathering citizen input on the future of the former fire hall and current works yard properties at the corner of Murray Street and Ioco Road, both of which are strategically located close to the city’s centre and Inlet Centre Evergreen Line station.

According to the city, the lands could be used for housing, with revenue gong to a number of other capital needs on the city’s wish list including a new Inlet Park Sports Field, an expanded library, a new or expanded Kyle Centre, a new works yard, new park space and facilities, seniors’ recreation facilities and even debt repayment.

The city has outgrown the works yard and, with the property so close to Suterbrook Creek, there would be opportunities for creek enhancement as well as a public square, de-

pending on the housing form and density.

To have your say on June 11, visit the old fire hall site from 1 to 5 p.m. (a large tent will be set up), when the city promises many creative opportunities for public input.

Two weeks later, the public will have another chance to weigh in on city plans, this time on the future of Kyle Centre and several parcels of city land around it. Depending on the development, there is a potential opportunity for a new Kyle Centre and possible smallscale housing to complement the Port Moody Arts Centre.

That review takes place June 25 at Kyle Centre from 1 to 5 p.m.

More details, including maps are available at www. portmoody.ca.

Port Moody is not the only local government looking to redevelop as the Evergreen Line makes its way through the region. Earlier this year, School District 43 sold the former Coronation Park elementary school lands in Coquitlam to Polygon Pacific Homes for $25.1 million.

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CHAFER BEETLES

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Port Moody residents wishing to battle chafer beetles in their lawns can get a coupon for 50% of nematode purchases and a permit to water their lawns.

The city program aims to reduce the impact of the beetles without the use of pesticides.

One of the biggest perks of the coupon program is a permit allowing an exemption from Metro Vancouver water sparkling rules.

“Many residents who bought nematodes last year weren’t able to use them due to Metro Vancouver’s water re-

• Starting June 10, nematodes can be picked up at Art Knapp Plantland and Florist, 1300 Dominion Ave., Port Coquitlam. Coupons must be presented when nematodes are picked up for a cost of $24.99 plus taxes.

• Art Knapp staff will provide application instructions at time of purchase. The package will cover 2,000 sq. ft. of lawn.

• Proof of nematode purchase must be shown at the second floor counter at city hall when applying for a water sprinkling exemption permit.

The application must be made in person and is only valid for 21 days. Even with this permit, applicants may only sprinkle between 4 a.m. and 9 a.m.

strictions,” Dave Kidd, PoMo’s director of parks and public works, said in a press release.

“This year, Metro Vancouver is allowing water sprinkling exemptions to assist residents with chafer beetle control and the city will waive the cost of the sprinkling permit if used for watering nematodes.”

Here’s how it works: • The program is open to Port Moody residents living in a single-family home.

Residents must bring picture ID to prove residency in order to get a nematode coupon.

• One nematodes coupon is available per home.

• Coupons can be picked up through June 10 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the finance counter at Port Moody city hall.

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District to put away money for liabilities Education ministry letter prompts action from board DIANE STRANDBERG The Tri-CiTy News

School District 43 has been given its marching orders to deal with a $25-million unfunded liability for employees’ future benefits such as sick leave, vacation and pension.

The plan, recommended by district staff and scheduled to be voted on by SD43 trustees on Tuesday, after The Tri-City News’ print deadline, would see the district pay off the liability by 2034 by putting $1.5 million aside for the school years 2016 to 2018 and another $1.1 million each year for the next 15 years.

It was a letter from deputy education minister Dave Byng that prompted the school district action.

In the April 25 letter to board chair Judy Shirra, Byng acknowledged the obligation dates back to when the province moved to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in 2004; SD43 is one of only six B.C. districts that still has an unfunded accrued em-

TRUSTEE JUDY SHIRRA ployee future benefit liability on the books.

With the district in a good financial position, the letter suggests it’s time for the district to deal with the unfunded liability.

The letter acknowledges that the switch to GAAP in 2004 resulted in 47 districts with accrued employee future benefit liabilities. To deal with the issue, the province gave $152 million to B.C. school districts, including $8.3 million to SD43 between 2003 and 2007, with the expectation that the “unfunded amount needed to be systematically reduced over a reasonable number of years.”

After 2006/’07, the funding became part of the overall block funding provided to

boards but wasn’t targeted, the letter states.

In the following years, SD43 managed to whittle down the liability to $25 million from $40 million, and in February trustees agreed to put $500,000 in anticipated surplus funds from unspent employee future benefits towards the liability and extended the amortization period to June 30, 2034.

At the time, trustees expressed concern about being locked into a payment plan and wanted the flexibility to deal with the issue each year at budget time.

But the ministry letter calls for a more formalized plan, which must be approved by the minister of education by the end of June.

The district’s new payment plan for unfunded employee future benefits, if approved, would result in larger payments than those envisioned when trustees last discussed the issue publicly in February.

Interest could reduce the obligation much faster, however, or provide the board with more flexibility, according to a district report on the issue.

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Metro Vancouver projects have been largely frozen in the wake of Premier Christy Clark’s 2013 pre-election decision that new funding sources would have to go to a referendum. In that referendum in 2015, a proposed comprehensive transportation plan was defeated.

The foundation is among the transit advocates urging a solution to generate more funding quickly in order to ensure Metro Vancouver isn’t beaten by cities like Toronto and Montreal in getting their share of billions of dollars the federal government is offering to expand transit.

“B.C. has spent a decade pondering a solution and the current window of opportunity is time-bound and critical to the economic, social and environmental future of the province,” the report stated.

Metro Vancouver mayors have proposed enabling TransLink to raise an extra 1% every year from property tax payers, a $50-million funding source enabled by the province, as well as a new system of regional development cost charges and another transit fare increase.

So far, the province has suggested it would fund one third of the mayors’ $7.5-billion plan.

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Peter Fassbender, the minister responsible for TransLink, says the province has made major transportation improvements.

But the province has only committed to match the initial first phase of funding from the federal government, not the subsequent second phase that would be required to actually build new rapid transit lines in Surrey and Vancouver.

Minister for TransLink Peter Fassbender said the province remains committed to funding those new lines even though it can’t yet formalize that ahead of a federal decision on the second phase grants.

“The mayors can raise funding from existing sources for phase 1,” he said Monday. “I believe they’re going to do that.

We’re going to work together with the federal government.”

Added Fassbender: “I don’t buy the concept we have not

seen any movement. We have seen significant movement.”

He insisted the B.C. government has made major transportation improvements since 2008, highlighting the opening of the Canada Line, the Evergreen Line under construction now and the replacement of the Port Mann Bridge, which brought new express bus service across the Fraser River.

The minister also said the government is hearing concerns about housing affordability “every day” and said better transportation and more housing supply — which could come with redevelopment along rapid transit corridors — are part of the solution.

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REAL ESTATE

Metro house prices jump 7.7% in May Fastest real estate price gains in Surrey area JEFF NAGEL BLACK PRESS

Lower Mainland house prices climbed by an average of 7.7% in May, according to the new monthly summary of transactions from area real estate boards.

The latest monthly increase means Fraser Valley detached house prices are up 38.3% from one year ago to $834,200, and the benchmark detached house in the Greater Vancouver area is up 36.9% to $1.51 million.

The biggest recent price gains have been in North Surrey and North Delta — both up just over 30% in the last six months — followed

by Richmond (up 29.8%) and South Surrey/White Rock (up 28.3%.)

Benchmark prices of townhouses were $365,000 across the Fraser Valley in April, up 20.4% from a year ago, while apartments were up 17% yearover-year to $225,200.

In the Greater Vancouver

area, attached homes were up 24.9% from one year ago to $632,400, while apartments were up 22% to $485,200.

“Home sellers are becoming more active in recent months, although that activity is being outpaced by home buyer demand today,” said Dan Morrison, president of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, which excludes Surrey, North Delta and White Rock.

“Economic and job growth in Metro Vancouver is out performing most regions in the country. This is helping to underpin today’s activity.”

The Fraser Valley Real Estate Board is still seeing “tremendous” demand for detached houses despite signs that is levelling off, said president Charles Wiebe.

“We’re also seeing the ripple effects as consumers are looking to townhomes and apartments in record numbers. This year, so far, is the busiest those markets have ever been.”

• See tricitynews.com for an interactive chart of how house prices have changed for individual cities over time. jnagel@blackpress.ca @jeffnagel

City of Coquitlam

CITY OWNED PROPERTIES FOR RENT The City of Coquitlam maintains a number of residential properties for rent. The following residential properties are currently available for June 2016. If you are interested in renting any of the properties listed below, please print an application form from our website at coquitlam.ca/rent and deliver the completed application form to the Information Desk on the main floor of City Hall at 3000 Guildford Way by 4:30 p.m. on June 8, 2016.

CURRENT PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FOR RENT 597 SYDNEY AVENUE – 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATHROOM BUNGALOW – $1,900/MONTH >

Approx. 1,105 sq. ft. bungalow with full unfinished basement

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Recently updated main floor living area, (new flooring throughout, paint and 4-piece bathroom)

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$100k for Coq. SAR Coquitlam Search and Rescue will get a one-time funding boost to help bolster training, equipment upgrades and administrative support.

The provincial government announced this week that it was cutting a cheque for $100,000 to the local organization as part of its $10-million in overall funding to the BC Search and Rescue Association.

The money will go to equipment and training “that will improve our response capacity for years to come,” Coquitlam SAR president Darren Timmer said in a press release. He added that the new funding comes in addition to $10,000 received last year, which was used to purchase 10 new digital radios.

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Quiet, dead end section of Sydney Street, walking distance to Lougheed Mall (0.5 km) and Coquitlam College (0.5 km)

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Rent $1,900/month (hydro, telephone, cable, natural gas not included)

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Available June, non-smoking, small pets OK

653 ASPEN STREET – 5 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM BASEMENT ENTRY HOME – $2,700/MONTH >

Approx. 1,242 sq. ft. basement entry home, with fully finished 1,202 sq. ft. basement

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4-piece bathroom main floor, 3-piece bathroom basement

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Recently updated main floor living area (new flooring, paint, 4-piece bathroom and kitchen countertops)

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Across from Cottonwood Park, approximately 0.8 km from Lougheed Mall and Coquitlam College

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Rent $2,700/month (hydro, telephone, cable, natural gas not included)

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609 ADLER AVENUE – 2 BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM SPLIT LEVEL HOME – $1,700/MONTH >

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A Terry Fox secondary school student is on his way to China next month to study international trade, business and politics with 45 other young Canadians.

But first, Kishan Wijeyagoonewardane needs to raise $5,500 from local businesses to help sponsor his team on the Asia-Pacific trade mission.

Last month, the 16-year-old from Coquitlam, who moved from Dubai a decade ago, was picked to be part of Junior Team Canada for Global Vision, a non-profit group founded by former MP Terry Clifford that gives its “ambassadors” a global platform.

Their trip to Chongqing, Chengdu, Guangzhou and Hong Kong from July 27 to Aug. 14 follows former prime minster’s Stephen Harper’s visit to China in November 2014.

There, the young ambassadors will back Canada’s Global Markets Action Plan.

“While in China, I will be an on-the-ground advocate for my partners to gather contacts and to identify promising commer-

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KISHAN WIJEYAGOONEWARDANE cial opportunities,” the Grade 11 student told The Tri-City News. “I will be gathering market intelligence and collecting valuable information that could benefit the businesses and organizations I partner with as well as my community.”

Wijeyagoonewardane, who plans a career in community development, said when he returns he also wants to set up a program to make youth more aware of world issues.

“The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow,” he said, “so I fully believe that it is extremely important that we establish access to opportunities that encourage involvement locally and globally.”

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OUR OPINION

The last taboo warrants all the discussion it gets I

t’s not often that debates in Parliament involve issues of life and death. But they are at the centre of the current discussions on doctorassisted dying.

They are difficult issues that speak to our core values. Like the abortion debate a generation ago, opinions on the issue are deeply polarized.

But while only half the population may face the prospect of an unplanned pregnancy, all of us will one day die.

And our discomfort in talking about sexual matters pales in comparison to our aversion to talking about our own mortality.

Discussing the end of life is still a deeply held taboo.

It should come as no surprise then that the issue has not been an easy one for politicians.

The Supreme Court of

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Canada paved the way for the debate by declaring laws prohibiting doctorassisted suicide unconstitutional. The bill now under discussion didn’t incorporate many more

controversial recommendations of a parliamentary committee that studied the issue.

The government’s justice and health ministers have defended it

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as a moderate first step, with room for potential changes. That position is likely one supported by the majority of Canadians.

Issues like allowing doctor-assisted suicide for “mature” minors and for those suffering mental illness are incredibly complex and likely need further study.

Deciding when and how it is OK to help end a life should be a hard discussion. It is difficult to fault the government for taking a cautious approach.

Also needed is a broader conversation about how we treat those at the end of life, including ways to make their remaining days as comfortable as possible. That is at least as important as debating ways to end them.

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TAXES

Tax increases don’t add up The Editor, In mid-February, after receiving my property assessment, I wrote to Coquitlam city council, Tri-City MLAs, provincial leaders and those responsible for housing. I received a grand total of three responses from councillors, one from MLA Mike Farnworth and a condescending letter from Rob Fraser, director of property assessment.

The consensus was that these issues are mostly the other level of government’s fault.

Why should people be forced to defer property taxes due to governments’ refusal to put in

place a property taxation system that is relevant to the services used and ability to pay, instead of being based on land values?

In December, an article on the Coquitlam budget said a city report stated that property taxes would be increasing by 3% annually over the next four years. It stated a home assessed at $595,000 would be assessed $3,050 total in property taxes and utility fees this year. My home was assessed at $584,400 in 2014, less than quoted, but then my taxes were already $3,029, plus $715 in utility fees, for a total of $3,749. The quoted figures are

therefore quite fictional.

My pension increased only by 1% this year. My property’s assessed value went up by 32.9% over the last three years — for the same house with no renovations. Actual property taxes went up by 5.5%, 10.2% and 5.94% in 2016, for my home built in 1968. So much for tax increases of “only” 3%.

Comparable nearby homes are quickly selling for more than list price up to $1.5 million. These homes were mostly built in the mid- to late-1960s for around $25,000.

Now, with a $778,000 assessed

value, my actual property taxes have gone up by 21.64% over the last three years.

I thought that the mill rate was supposed to moderate property taxes, but not so much with the city of Coquitlam.

Since it is obvious that our council isn’t about to do anything about this issue without being forced to, maybe the provincial government should pass legislation that limits property tax increases on existing non-renovated properties. But why would I hold my breath?

Sarah Wilson, Coquitlam

FUTURE OF RIVERVIEW

RIVERVIEW IS PERFECT PLACE TO CARE FOR PEOPLE The Editor, Re. “Pre-demo work to begin” (The Tri-City News, May 25).

Thank you to Janis Warren for the update on Riverview Hospital. It is so distressing to see our provincial government tear down one of Riverview’s most viable buildings when we have never had a more urgent need for mental health care programs and facilities.

Recently, Carol Bellringer, British Columbia’s auditor general, said “adults with mental illnesses who have a long history of hospitalization and substance abuse issues need more access to services.”

Where is the compassion in this provincial government? We have no excuses to not take better care of people and Riverview is the perfect place to do that.

For years, this community has been consistent and clear: We want Riverview to remain as it was designed, for compassionate, public care for those with mental health and addiction issues. The province just refuses to listen. It appears intent on developing it because money seems to matter more than people.

There will never be a better place for therapeutic treatment

than Riverview, with its wide open spaces, beautiful trees and wonderful gardens. Restoring some of the buildings has got to be more cost-effective than building new facilities.

Once Riverview is gone, we won’t ever get it back and there will never be another place like it.

Laura Dupont, Port Coquitlam

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DEVELOPMENT

Coronation Park may be perfect place for density The Editor, Re. “Coronation Park plan shows no future for single-family homes” (Letters, The Tri-City News, May 27).

While some people might be upset about losing our single-family homes in Coronation Park, I, for one, welcome it.

Our homes were mostly built in the 1960s (mine was 1966). I still have a ’66 furnace, ’66 insulation, fireplace, etc. The carbon footprint for one person to live on 11,000 square feet is ridiculous. Imagine the wasted energy of all these “old” houses totalled up.

Yes, I realize that some have been upgraded. But as far as our views and quiet neighbourhoods, they are already gone. Ioco Road is now six lanes, delivery trucks honk their horns at 5

a.m. and the view is of Suter Brook towers.

This is the place to add density. The entire neighbourhood is less than a 10-minute walk to the Evergreen Line. That will be more than 5,000 people who don’t have to burn gas or rely on a bus to get to SkyTrain.

Also, since prices depend on supply and demand, more density might help lower the costs for new buyers. As well, Port Moody would benefit from the increased tax base.

If you still want your single-family house, there are plenty available in Port Moody with better views that are newer and more energy efficient, and you may have change leftover after you move.

Bob Darnell, Port Moody

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MARCH IN JUNE

‘We Live Here’ Date: June 12 Time: 7 – 9 p.m.

Location: Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way)

Join us for a fun and unique choral experience , celebrating Coquitlam’s 125th anniversary. Coastal Sound Choirs will tell the story of where we live, our history and our hobbies through beautiful music spanning the past 125 years.

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For more information, contact 604-552-2762 or visit coastalsoundmusic.com.

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Royal Canadian Air Cadets’ 754 Phoenix Squadron performed its 51st annual ceremonial review on Sunday at Dr. Charles Best secondary school in Coquitlam. In front of family, friends, commanding officer Major David R. Timms as well as the reviewing officer, Port Moody Police Chief Const. Chris Rattenbury, there was an inspection of the squadron, demonstrations and marches. 754 Phoenix has more than 200 cadets and its popularity has resulted in the formation of a new squadron in the Tri-Cities. The “satellite flight” will begin in September.

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Ed Wagstaff | Lawn Bowling

Ed was introduced to lawn bowling by friends 15 years ago and has been playing ever since. He practices three times a week during the season, from April to September, and competes in local tournaments.

In 2014 Ed won the men’s single competition at his club in Coquitlam. One of his most memorable moments was winning the gold medal for mixed fours at the games in Prince George and in Burnaby. His goal for the games is simply to have fun.

Ed spent 14 years in the Royal Air Force in England. He immigrated to Canada in 1969 and worked in the airline industry.

The best advice Ed was ever given is “train hard, always do your best and in losing always compliment the winner”. His advice to all athletes young or 55+ is to “get out there and enjoy life”. Ed has participated in five 55+ games.

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Volunteers needed for Coq. 125 events The city of Coquitlam is calling on volunteers to help mark the municipality’s 125th anniversary this year.

About 150 leaders, production assistants, event ambassadors and activity attendants are needed to put on the milestone celebrations including for: • Neighbourhood Nights: Free family events will take place at parks such as River Heights (June 23), Westwood

Plateau (June 30), Ranch Park (July 7), Burquitlam (July 14), Northeast Coquitlam (July 21), Austin Heights (July 28), Central Coquitlam (Aug. 4), City Centre (Aug. 11), Harbour Chines (Aug. 18), Lougheed (Aug. 25), Maillardville (Sept.

1) and Eagle Ridge (Sept. 8); • Kaleidoscope: The anniversary’s signature event at Coquitlam Town Centre on July 23 and 24;

• and Heritage Picnic: A re-creation of the Booth Farm community picnic from years past, at Blue Mountain Park on Sept. 17.

Volunteers are required to be at least 13 years old and complete an application (interview, police information and reference checks, and orientation).

To sign up, visit www.coquitlam125.ca/volunteer.

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POCO GRAND PRIX

Help out with City of Coquitlam 2016 PROPERTY TAX NOTICE PoCo bike race INFORMATION The inaugural PoCo Grand Prix is just over a month away and the city is putting a call out for volunteers and sponsors.

The July 15 bike race is part of BC Superweek — Canada’s largest professional road cycling series, with a number of races in various Metro Vancouver communities — and is expected to attract thousands to downtown PoCo. And dozens of volunteers and sponsors are needed to make the Grand Prix a success.

Approximately 150 volunteers over the age of 15 are needed for tasks including team captains, race course fencing, signage, marshalling, VIP tent, beer garden, first aid, PoCo Grand Prix Expo (a trade show), street team event hosts, event setup and takedown, and other areas.

People can volunteer as individuals, as a group or as a

team from an organization of up to 12 volunteers. Visit www. portcoquitlam.ca/volunteer for information and registration.

Event and sponsorship information is available at www. pocograndprix.ca. Questions may emailed to grandprix@ portcoquitlam.ca or to Lori Bowie at 604-927-7900. For volunteer opportunities, contact Rob Loxterkamp at loxterkampr@portcoquitlam.ca or at 604-927-7953.

The PoCo Grand Prix will feature about 200 international cyclists racing along a 1.3-km criterium-style circuit in downtown PoCo; there will also be a community festival including entertainment, a beer garden and other activities for all ages.

Registration is also open for public events such as children’s and youth races as well as the corporate challenge.

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Jams and jellies, macaroons, handmade soaps and plants were among the products sold on the first day of the eighth annual Port Coquitlam Farmers’ Market. More than 1,300 shoppers came to Leigh Square Community Arts Village in downtown PoCo last Thursday to visit check out the 45 vendors on site. And some got a bite of the celebration cake cut by the acting mayor, Coun. Glenn Pollock, and PoCo MLA Mike Farnworth. The theme for tomorrow’s market is Bike to the Market, so valet parking will be available for cyclists. The PoCo Farmers’ Market runs 3 to 7 p.m. on Thursdays until Sept. 29, next to PoCo city hall.

(Coquitlam Farmers Market runs on Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. in the parking lot at Dogwood Pavilion off Winslow Avenue and Poirier Street.)

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GREETINGS FROM JEFF KENNEDY, FESTIVAL COQUITLAM CHAIR

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his weekend Festival Coquitlam will be hosting the 27th Annual Teddy Bear Picnic.

The Teddy Bear Concert, Teddy Bear Picnic and The Grande Parade are just three of the events organized by the Festival Coquitlam each year. We also sponsor the Como Lake Fishing Derby and the Lafarge Lake Family free Fishing Day. The Festival Coquitlam board is made up of a group of dedicated, community minded volunteers who are supported by many corporate citizens, community service groups and individuals. To prepare for these events, on average our board members work over 20 hours in the months leading up to them. As Chair I am always impressed with how much goes into planning our events. The dedication and determination of the Directors as they plan, acquire sponsorships from the local community, arrange marketing and contact entertainers, event vendors and partners is amazing.

We are grateful for the generosity of companies throughout the Tri-Cities and the Lower Mainland whose support makes it possible to host all of our events. Along with the City of Coquitlam, it is their continued contributions that have allowed us to welcome you to Town Centre Park this weekend.

The City of Coquitlam has been one of our largest contributors.

Another important part of our events is our volunteers. Without them, it would not be possible to run the events year after year. They greet visitors to the park, help keep out parade route safe, keep the grounds of the parks clean and hundreds of other jobs to ensure everyone enjoys the weekend.

We are looking forward to seeing many of you at our free children’s concert Saturday afternoon, Grande Parade Sunday morning and please join us at our low cost family oriented Teddy Bear Picnic.

Presents the 27th Annual

TEDDY BEAR PICNIC

Coquitlam

Grande Parade Sunday, June 12th 10:00 am Parade starts at Coquitlam City Hall and ends at Town Centre Park FREE PARKING AT DOUGLAS COLLEGE

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Teddy Bear Picnic AND Grande Parade Lots of fun things to do and see at this year’s picnic F

rom face painting to curling, a little gymnastics and so many other things to keep the children entertained all day, and don’t forget to bring your Teddy Bear to the Teddy Bear Picnic Clinic. Teddy bears are always giving lots of love and attention. Here’s a chance for you to give them a little extra love.

The Girl Guides will have • Tony Prophet their stethoscopes ready 11:00 - 11:25 to check your teddy bear’s hear and repair or • Mellado Dance Elite bandage any necessary 11:30 - 12:30 booboos.

TEDDY BEAR PICNIC

STAGE LINE-UP

• David Raynolds 12:35 - 12:45 • Tony Prophet 12:45 - 1:15 • Music with Marnie 1:30 - 2:30 • Mr. I 2:40 - 3:20 • Tony Prophet 3:30 - 4:00

17th Annual

BC’s Family Fishing Weekend Sunday, June 19TH 9am - 1pm Lafarge Lake in Coquitlam (across from Douglas College)

Join us for a FREE, Family Friendly Day of FISHING This year, the Coquitlam Kinsmen will be on hand to serve breakfast.

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Visit the Festival Coquitlam website at festivalcoquitlam.ca for more details

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Norma McKnight

THIS PROMISES TO BE A FUN EVENING OF MUSIC FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES. ADMISSION: FREE Saturday June 11, 2016 – 3:00pm to 5:30pm Town Centre Park, 1301 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam Tony Prophet - The Saturday starts with crowd favourite Tony Prophet. With over 30 years of stage experience, Tony knows how to get an audience up and out of their chairs.

From community events to preschool graduations, whether playing “The cat came back”, Malaguena or rock, Tony gets everyone involved in the fun!

Norma McKnight - is one of the top requested acts for custom corporate presentations in Western Canada. In a field dominated by male performers, Norma McKnight has emerged as one of the top female comedy-ventriloquists of her generation. A Vancouver resident, Norma and her hilarious characters have astounded audiences worldwide aboard cruise ships, at festival, casinos, theatres, comedy clubs and corporate special events. Norma McKnight was nominated “Entertainer of the Year” for 2002 Canadian Event Industry Association.

Tony Prophet

Charlotte Diamond - BC’s own internationally recognized performer returns to the Festival Coquitlam, for the Teddy Bear Family Concert. Since winning the Juno Award for her first recording , and many more awards since, she has become one of Canada’s favourite performers in the field of children’s music. She now has thirteen recordings, tours across North America, and even into Central America and Europe.

Charlotte has new songs to present as well as her signature songs like “I am a Pizza”, “Four Hugs a Day” and “Octopus (Slippery Fish)”.

Charlotte will be accompanied by her son Matt on electric guitar. Matt was the lead guitar and singer for the rock band “Synergy”.

For more information on Charlotte and her music, please visit www.charlottediamond.com.

Charlotte Diamond

Don’t forget to bring your Teddy Bears because Teddy Bears like music too.

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estival Coquitlam Society will be presenting the 27th annual Teddy Bear Picnic Grande Parade which will start in the RCMP parking lot, roll down Burlington, Guildford, Town Centre Boulevard and up Pinetree Way on Sunday June 12 at 10am. This event marks the beginning of an exciting, fun filled day, as it precedes the opening of the Teddy Bear Picnic at Town Centre Park.

Entries in this year’s parade include marching bands, mascots, community youth groups, emergency services, dance groups, floats and more.

“The enthusiasm, community spirit and the willingness to give back to the community by participants involved in the parade is what keeps our volunteer committee involved in this event, as well as the other venues that Festival Coquitlam hosts over the summer” says Jeff Kennedy, Coquitlam Festival Society Chair.

“We have a wonderful and diverse community which is evident in the Teddy Bear Picnic Grande Parade every year. Without the dedication and participation of these groups, we would not have a parade to enjoy. We would like to invite all the families in this great community of ours to gather up the kids, their teddy bears and join together in celebrating a day of family fun.”

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The 25th annual Coquitlam Relay for Life was held Saturday at Percy Perry Stadium in Town Centre Park and, as usual, the Canadian Cancer Society fundraiser drew a huge crowd. When participants of all ages weren’t walking the track, they were dancing, taking part in exercise classes, listening to speeches or musical performances; there were also children’s activities. As well, many people wrote the names of loved ones affected by cancer on white paper bags in which were placed lights for the evening. Going into the silver anniversary, the Coquitlam Relay for Life had raised about $8 million. The approximately 800 participants Saturday helped raise more than $265,000 to go toward a nation-wide fundraising goal of $30 million.

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PETS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THE BRITISH COLUMBIA SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS 104 - 3278 Westwood St., Port Coquitlam 604-468-4044 www.spca.bc.ca/poco Hours of Operation: 12:00pm - 5:30pm Thursday - Tuesday (closed Wed. & stat. holidays)

Adoption of cats, kittens and dogs/ puppies: includes a bag of Hills Science Diet dry food, a free general vet exam 3 days post adoption, spay neuter or spay/neuter certificate should the animal not be old enough at the time of adoption, and a 6 week trial of pet insurance provided

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Put your best paw forward at annual Paws for a Cause walk Helping to fight animal cruelty is as easy as a walk in the park.

Animal lovers across the province are invited to register and fundraise for the annual Scotiabank and BC SPCA Paws for a Cause walk, which is being hosted in Coquitlam on Sept. 11 as well as more than 30 other communities.

All funds raised at the walks province-wide will help eradicate violence against B.C.’s most vulnerable animals. In 2015, the BC SPCA conducted 10,205 new cruelty investigations and helped more than 43,000 animals across the province. Not only do the funds participants raise go towards helping the animals already in the care of the BC SPCA, but they also help prevent animal neglect and abuse before it occurs.

“This is an amazing opportunity to help the province’s most vulnerable animals. By participating and fundraising for the Scotiabank and BC SPCA Paws for a Cause walk, you are truly making a difference in the lives of animals in need,” says Krista Constantineau, BC SPCA manager of fundraising events, in a press release. “We’re making it easy for participants to register and fundraise online, through personal fundraising pages, powerful online tools and fundraising tips.”

Registering early has its advantages as there is an early-bird discount for those who sign up before June 30.

“By signing up and fundraising, you help animals in need throughout B.C. and you also get to enjoy a fun-filled day of activities for all the members of the family, including those with four legs,” Constantineau says. “You will also be eligible for some awesome prizes, such as a new iPad, which is the draw prize for all walk participants who raise $150 or more.”

Participants can join as an individual, a group or a corporate team. To help you get started, the BC SPCA has set up an easy, user-friendly website at spca.bc.ca/walk, where animal

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TERRY FOX LIBRARY

Learn to maintain your bike Summer weather is here, which means cycling season for many.

You can learn basic bicycle maintenance tips and tricks at Port Coquitlam’s Terry Fox Library from HUB,

a non-profit organization whose mission is to get more people cycling in the Lower Mainland.

This free two-hour session for teens and adults is sponsored by TransLink and

will cover the fundamentals of how your bike works, basic fixes, and how you can keep it running smoothly.

This program will get you started working on your own bicycle but is not a full repair

session. It’s set for Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m. to noon.

Registration is required by calling 604-927-7999.

Terry Fox Library is located at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. @TriCityNews

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The Coquitlam Foundation has for years managed and distributed funds to community groups in the city.

And tomorrow (Thursday), it will distribute its 2016 grants, bursaries and scholarships at its awards night at the Evergreen Cultural Centre.

The reception will be held at 6:30 p.m., with presentations at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited but email info@coquitlamfoundation.com if you plan to attend.

To learn more about the Coquitlam Foundation, which is a registered charity, visit coquitlamfoundation.com.

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• Coquitlam Needlearts Guild AGM, 7-9:30 p.m., Como Lake United Church, 525 Marmont St., Coquitlam. Info: 604-9370836. Meetings will recommence late September.

• Coquitlam Foundation awards night at Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam; reception, 6:30 p.m.; presentations, 7 p.m.

Everyone is invited but email info@coquitlamfoundation.com if you plan to attend.

• RSVP Ministries (formerly Tri-City Christian Women’s Club) luncheon, noon, Executive Inn, 405 North Rd., Coquitlam.

Feature: cookie exchange – bring some, buy some. Speaker: Heather Senges.

FRIDAY, JUNE 10

• Cape Horn elementary school carnival, a community fundraiser, 3:30-7:30 p.m., 155 Finnigan St., Coquitlam.

Featured: carnival games and prizes, pony rides, bouncy castle, cake walk, karaoke, face painting, balloon twisting, cotton candy, concession and more.

SATURDAY, JUNE 11

• PoCo Heritage hosts official opening of third instalment of PoCo’s Stories exhibit, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives, 1502248 McAllister Ave., PoCo. Info: 604-927-8403 or info@ pocoheritage.org.

• Celebrate 21 years of a Provincial Park on Burke Mountain by hiking with the Burke Mountain Naturalists.

This is a moderate hike on the Woodland Walk Trail. People should be prepared to travel on steep but short sections

email: newsroom@tricitynews.com phone: 604-472-3030 www.tricitynews.com/community/events-calendar

JUNE 11: BUCKET LIST FESTIVAL • Crossroads Hospice Society’s Bucket List Festival, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Anvil Centre, New Westminster. A special event to help you address the issues we all face in life when it is at its most precious; presentations include: The Advanced Care Plan; De-cluttering and Downsizing; Wills and Estates; and Living Our Bucket List. Tickets: $25 includes lunch and coffee breaks (pre-registration and prepayment required).

Info: www.crossroadshospicesociety.com. of trail and cross a few small creeks by easy boulder-hopping – help will be provided to cross safely. The round trip distance is 11.5 km. Participants (adults only) should wear sturdy hiking footwear and bring water, lunch and appropriate clothing for this five-hour hike. The hike will depart at 8 a.m., rain or shine.

Registration & info: Ian, 604939-4039.

• Friends of DeBoville Slough will be conducting an invasive plant control work party, 9 a.m.noon. With the assistance of the city of Coquitlam, volunteers will be working on controlling Japanese knotweed. Meet at the kiosk on the north side of the slough; the Friends will supply tools but if you have a favourite looper or hand pruner, feel free to bring it along. DeBoville Slough is located at the corner of Cedar Drive and Victoria Drive in northeast Coquitlam. Wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather (also bring sunscreen and water). Info: info@ fodbs.org.

SUNDAY JUNE 12

• Riverview Horticultural Centre Society tree tour on the Riverview Hospital grounds – enjoy the trees in all their early

summer glory as vistas and foliage texture contrasts are spectacular at this time of year.

Meet at 1 p.m. at the upper entrance of the Henry Esson Young Building. Site map: www.rhcs.org. Info: 604-2909910.

• PoCo Heritage hosts Rhymes of Times: Getting Hitched, 10:30-11:30 a.m., PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives, 150-2248 McAllister Ave., PoCo. At this free, guided adult reminiscing session, share your wedding details – the good, the bad, and the laughable. Info: 604927-8403 or info@pocoheritage. org.

• Tri-City Photography Club, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., Port Moody. Topic: Hands-on session – outdoor/indoor shots.

Info: www.tricityphotoclub.ca.

• Have you considered becoming a foster family? There are children and youth in the Tri-Cities who require skilled, caring, foster parents. To learn more, the Ministry of Children

• Al-Anon Family Group open meeting, 8 p.m., Como Lake United Church, 1110 King Albert Ave., Coquitlam. Info: 604-6881716.

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• PoCo Heritage general meeting, 1 p.m., PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives, 150-2248 McAllister Ave., PoCo. Also: The family story of the Mary Maxim Company.

Info: 604-9278403 or info@pocoheritage.org.

• Tri-City Greendrinks features Work Like Nature author Lea Elliott, 6:30–9:30 p.m., the Gallery Bistro, 2411 Clarke St., Port Moody.

Elliott, an environmental solutions consultant, biologist, writer and educator who has over 20 years of experience in the environmental field, will share principles from nature that will help you work more sustainably. You’ll gain insights from Vancouver’s green innovators who are working like nature and creating wins for the environment, their businesses and their communities. Info: www.meetup. com/tricity-greendrinks.

Cleaner and greener in the Tri-Cities.

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COQUITLAM 125

Write a (very short) story, you could win If you have a little writing talent, the small contest may be for you.

To help celebrate Coquitlam’s 125th birthday, Coquitlam Public Library is inviting people 16 years and older up to enter a Tiny Story Contest, which runs through June 30.

Tiny stories — also known as flash fiction, postcard fiction, and micro fiction — are extremely short stories. The story must be 420 characters or fewer — approximately one paragraph —with every letter, space and punctuation

mark counted.

The first 420-character stories were written by author Lou Beach as social networking site status updates. These were collected and published in a book called 420 Characters, which serves as inspiration for the CPL contest.

The contest is free to enter, and there are prizes to be won.

Each entrant may submit up to three stories and must live in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore or Belcarra. Entries already published, accepted or submitted

elsewhere are ineligible.

All winners will read their stories on stage at Kaleidoscope, Coquitlam’s 125 Years celebration, at Town Centre Park on July 23 and some winners will be published in The Tri-City News.

Entries or questions may be emailed to tinystoriescpl@ gmail.com or submitted to the information desks at City Centre or Poirier.

Full contest details can be found at www.coqlibrary. ca, including samples of tiny stories.

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Bears are a common sight on local trails. If you see one, remain calm.

Make yourself look big, group together, speak calmly, and back away slowly preferably in the direction you came from. Don’t run.

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If you are able to check rectal temperature, any temperature more than 41˚C (106˚ F) means that your dog is in grave danger.

Don’t waste time!!! Immediately call your Veterinarian! And in the meantime try to cool your dog down by immersing in cool water or spraying with water. Never use ice water.

Make sure that their head and neck are also wet. Please go to your Veterinarian or emergency hospital ASAP.

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A: The law relating to custody

and access of children when the parents separate or divorce has changed in recent times. Years ago, it was usual to assume that the mother would have custody of the children under 10, “the tender years doctrine”.

The father was likely to be an “access parent” having short visits with the children on weekends. The courts have re-considered all of those presumptions based on gender of the parents. The “best interests of the children” is now the test that is used to determine disputed parenting matters, regardless of the age of the children. It is now assumed that in most cases, the children’s best interests require the full and active participation of both parents in their upbringing. When it is reasonable, a model of joint custody and guardianship, with shared parenting is preferred. Often both parents agree that the dad is in a better position to provide the primary home for the children. When the mother and father don’t agree on a parenting plan, a court must ultimately make that decision based on the best interests of the children. If the dad’s proposal for care is in the children’s best interests, the court will determine that dad’s home will be the primary home or that dad will have sole custody or guardianship. It is generally agreed that the children benefit from a co-operative parenting arrangement, whenever possible, which does not prefer the mother or the father. Family law lawyers use their skills to assist the parents to reach creative solutions which are in the best interests of the children.

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SHARE NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

FRIDAY, JUNE 17

• Circle of Friends, a social group for 50+ singles who are looking to meet new friends and participate in social events such as walking, dancing, dining out, travel, theatre, etc., meets at PoCo Legion, 133–2675 Shaughnessy St, 7 p.m. to plan events. Info: Nina, 604-941-9032.

MONDAY, JUNE 20

• PoCo Heritage’s Heritage Writers Group, 10:30 a.m.-noon, PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives, 150-2248 McAllister Ave., PoCo. Get started writing your own life story for family and posterity. Bring pen and paper or laptop computer. Info: 604-9278403 or info@pocoheritage.org.

• Tri-City Singles Social Club, which offers an opportunity for 50+ singles to get together and enjoy a variety of fun activities such as dining, dancing, theatre, travel, movies and more, now now meets on the third Monday of the month (except December), 7 p.m., Legion Manor, 2909 Hope St., Port Moody (street parking only).

New members welcome. InfoL Darline, 604-466-0017.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22

• Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club small stamp auction – everyone welcome. Viewing starts at 7 p.m., auction after 8 p.m., McGee Room, Poirier community centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca or 604-941-9306.

VOLUNTEERS

• BC Angel Dresses is in need of Volunteers in the TriCities. BCAD is a non-profit

• Share Family and Community services is looking for volunteers to work with seniors for its shop by phone program and the Friendly Visiting program. Info: kathie.rodway@ sharesociety.ca. group of volunteers who collect donated wedding, bridesmaid and grad dresses; volunteer seamstresses transform them into Angel Dresses that are then shipped to hospitals across the province and offered to grieving families at no charge.

Group needs dress collectors and seamstresses. Info: www. bcangeldresses.ca.

• Canadian Sound Therapy Arts Society, which provides creative opportunities for those in the mental health and disability communities, is adding to its board and volunteer team. The board is a group of volunteers who share responsibilities for the one major event each summer: Burrard Inlet Fish Fest.

Board and volunteer opportunities include: web site design and maintenance; accounting; grant writing; coordinating volunteers and marketing. Info: soundtherapyarts.wordpress.com.

• KidStart needs volunteer mentors to provide caring and supportive relationships. You must be 21 years or older, prepared to accept a young person unconditionally and able to spend three hours a week or more. Mentors are carefully screened and supported, and there are regular training sessions and ongoing support provided by staff. Info: www. kidstart.ca.

• Volunteers wanted for all positions at Eagle Ridge

Hospital Auxiliary thrift shop, located at 2811B Shaughnessy St., PoCo; applications available at the store during open hours, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursdays; noon-3 p.m.

Sundays.

• Volunteer drivers needed for Share Family and Community Services’ Better at Home program to give seniors rides to doctors’ appointments. Drivers must be 21 or older, have a reliable vehicle, insurance and driver’s licence, and be willing to undergo a criminal record check and commit for a minimum of three months (up to six trips a month). Reimbursement for mileage is available. Info: Paola, 604-937-6991 or paola.wakeford-mejia@sharesociety.ca.

• Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland is looking for volunteer tutors for Study Buddy program, which gives young girls the educational support they need by matching them in a one-to-one tutoring relationship. To be a Study Buddy volunteer, you must be female, age 19 or older, have a high school diploma, some post-secondary education (completed or in-process), and some experience helping others learn.

Study Buddies spend one hour a week tutoring a Little Sister for a minimum of six months.

Info: 604-873-4525 Ext. 300 or info@bigsisters.bc.ca.

City of Coquitlam British Columbia

For the year ending December 31, 2015

In accordance with Sections 97 – 99 of the Community Charter, the City of Coquitlam is pleased to share its 2015 Annual Report, entitled A Community in Bloom in recognition of the City’s 2015 provincial win in BC’s Communities in Bloom competition.

June 16, 2016 7:00 am - 9:00 am | Hilton Metrotown As China’s economy slows, investors are casting their gaze at the world’s other emerging markets. Falling oil prices and shrinking values of certain commodities have hit the Canadian economy hard in the past year, which means companies must diligently seek new partners to remain competitive.

Panellists:

Moderator:

The report highlights the City’s accomplishments, activities and financial results for the year ending December 31, 2015. It also outlines our Business Plan Priorities for 2016.

The 2015 Annual Report will be considered by Council at their Council-in-Committee meeting to be held June 20, 2015 at 2 p.m. in the Council Committee Room at Coquitlam City Hall.

As of Friday, June 3, 2016, copies of the 2015 Annual Report can be viewed online at coquitlam.ca/annualreport or at the Financial Services counter at Coquitlam City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way, Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Verbal submissions may be provided in person during the Council-in-Committee meeting on June 20.

Written comments regarding the 2015 Annual Report may be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office in advance of the meeting in one of the following ways: Email clerks@coquitlam.ca In person to the City Clerk’s Office, 2nd Floor, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2 Fax to the City Clerk’s Office at 604-927-3015

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Get your kilt on: Pipers, drummers and dancers ready for competition JANIS WARREN The Tri-CiTy News

Mike Chisholm may be 4,000 km away from the place he grew up but he feels right at home in the Tri-Cities.

The former CBC reporter spent his early years in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, a place steeped in the piping tradition.

But when he arrived on the other side of the country in 1997, Chisholm found a similar community, one with plenty of world-class pipers and drummers — some in the SFU pipe ensembles, others in the Port Coquitlam-based Dowco Triumph Street Pipe Band.

This year, to honour the vast musical talent in the Tri-Cities and elsewhere in the Pacific northwest, Chisholm is heading up the 85th annual BC Highland Games in Coquitlam.

It’s a stop in the middle of the competition circuit that started last month in Victoria and ends next month in Seattle before the worlds takes place in August on the Glasgow Green, a venue where both SFU and Dowco have performed.

A member of the RCMP ‘E’ Division Pipe Band, Chisholm and his team expect to see more than 10,000 competitors, entertainers, volunteers spectators for the solo and group contests — as well as dance and heavy and distance events — next Saturday at Coquitlam Town Centre Park.

Still, this year’s games are on a new level, ramped up to accommodate the piobaireachd (pronounced “pea-brock”) that has moved down from the SFU Burnaby campus.

About a dozen of the circuit’s best pipers will play classical tunes Friday night at an event open to the public.

As well, Chisholm’s nonprofit group has also reorganized the stadium field for the Saturday attractions.

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The festival MCs are piper Mike MacDonald and former CBC meteorologist Claire Martin.

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Read about the entertainment line-up at the BC Highand Games in Coquitlam The south end will include the British car display, a Highland Pavilion for cultural offerings and an expanded whisky tent with double the seating capacity.

The dance stage will also be in the south section while the north end will have the entertainment grandstand, solo drum/pipes zone, the eateries plus a beer garden.

Meanwhile, the centre field will be clear for Quidditch matches — played by Tri-City, UBC and SFU teams — and the massed bands. To the east, where the grass is, will be the heavy events, the sheepdog demonstration and kids’ area.

Chisholm said having the middle field open “gets people out of their seats. We want them to move around and see

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Pipers and drummers are the main attraction at the BC Highland Games, which happen June 18 at Coquitlam’s Percy Perry Stadium. what’s out there.”

The set-up change comes as a result of a survey done at last year’s games, said Chisholm

who was its 2015 marketing director. “We listened to a lot of what people had to say: what works, what doesn’t work. I

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VISUAL ARTS

PMAC shows take pulse of the planet JANIS WARREN The Tri-CiTy News

The opening of three exhibits of Port Moody Arts Centre tomorrow (Thursday) will also signal the end of a tenure for its ceramic artist-in-residence.

Ray Tse will wrap up his year-long stint with a solo show in the 3D Gallery titled 7.4 Billion Little Steps, a 14-piece display that looks at the juxtaposing themes of darkness and hope.

A graduate of Emily Carr University of Art + Design, Tse uses his medium to urge the 7.4 billion on Earth to protect the environment: In Oil Spill, he shows a barrel of oil dumping over a whale; for Colony Collapse, there’s a bumblebee perched against a dead flower.

Tse credits PMAC for allowing him to experiment, teach and network over the past year — specifically at the open studio and gallery openings.

“I learned different teaching techniques and how to prepare classes,” he said. “I also learned a lot of different wheel-throwing, hand-building and glazing techniques.”

After his residency is up next month, Tse plans to return to Hong Kong to become a high school art teacher.

Also opening Thursday is Points of View, a show by four Tri-City painters who are members of the Port Moody Art Association: Marjorie Turnbull, Arlene Connolly, Nancy Wong and Stephen Cheng.

Turnbull said each artist will have 15 paintings up (a mix of acrylics and oils) that highlight their styles and points of view, from realism and abstraction to fantasy and memory. “I’m interested in light and shadows

and reflections,” the Coquitlam artist said, “which leads me to mostly paint water and other surfaces that reflect images.”

Meanwhile, the third exhibit is Vanishing Species by photographer Mark Bowen; his mixed media series can be seen in the Suncor Gallery.

• The opening reception for the three exhibits is June 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Port Moody Arts Centre (2425 St. Johns St.).

The shows are up until July 7. The artists will be in attendance and refreshments will be served. Call 604-931-2008. jwarren@tricitynews.com @jwarrenTC

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Scholarship time Ten students at Coquitlam's Place des Arts won awards last month for their musical and dance achievements. QUIRING The Fern Bouvier Arts Legacy Award went to Stefan Nazarevich, 19, a piano student with Marjory Purdy since he was four .

Violinist Yubin Kim, 11, won the scholarship for advanced musical studies while Ryan Yeung, 16, took the Elliott Harty Piano Scholarship.

Fellow pianists Gillian Padawan, also 16, is the winner of the Coquitlam-Maillardville Heritage Trust Award and Kathleen Nguyen, 19, keyed in the Leonore Peyton Memorial Award.

The William H. Sclater Memorial Award for Visual Arts went to Lia Hansen, 10, who has studied fibre arts with teacher Catherine Dumaine for three years. And jazz dancer Jaimie Lee, 14, earned a Place des Arts scholarship along with Junkyouk Lee, 16 (clarinet); Natalie Quiring, 13 (ballet); and Aidan Yu, 12 (violin).

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Centre with a show titled Hit That Thing!

The concert highlights the “back row” of the band and includes a solo by Dominique Bernath.

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The award-winning Coastal Sound Music Academy will sing at a show that tunes in with Coquitlam's 125th anniversary.

On Sunday, the choirs will present We Live Here at the

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Port Moody jazz musicians Kristian Alexandrov and Shannon Gaye will launch their summer tour from their hometown.

On Saturday, the pair — along with bassist Ben Harries — will appear at the Gallery Bistro (2411 Clarke St.) at 8 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. Call 604-937-0998.

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Carter Hayes, Holly Reyburn and Sadie Reyburn will perform Grammar Skool this weekend as part of the 27th annual year-end shows for the Caulfield School of Dance.

The Port Moody studio’s Speak to Me production runs Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 1 and 7 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Terry Fox Theatre (1260 Riverwood Gate, Port Coquitlam). For tickets at $20, call 604-469-9366. Meanwhile, Coastal Edge Performing Arts Society in Port Coquitlam hosts its gala show on June 13, with proceeds supporting the Autism Society of B.C. The show takes place at the Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam. Call 778285-3300 for tickets. And Place des Arts’ students will strut their stuff at two shows at the Terry Fox Theatre in Port Coquitlam on June 19. The 1:30 p.m. show features ballet, contemporary and tap while the 6:30 p.m. event is acro, jazz, hip hop, lyrical and song & dance. Tickets at $15/$13 can be bought at Place des Arts by calling 604-664-1636.

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Coquitlam Redlegs first basemen Brenden Henits makes the catch during an 11-1 victory over the Victoria Jr. Mariners. Coquitlam won both games against the Vancouver Island team on Saturday at Mundy Park, picking up their second 5-0 victory of the day later in the afternoon. However, things did not go as well for the B.C. Premier Junior Baseball League team on Sunday, where they dropped both games to the North Shore Twins.

It was two steps forward and two steps back in the standings for the Coquitlam Jr. Redlegs.

The team posted a doubleheader victory Saturday at Mundy Park, when the club hosted the Victoria Jr. Mariners. Coquitlam defeated the visitors 11-1 in the first game before shutting them out 5-0 in the second match of the afternoon. Both Brett Sheppard and Terrell Rogers got the wins on the mound.

But things went sideways on Sunday for the Redlegs, who could not contain the North Jr. Twins during another double header at Mundy Park.

The visitors put up three runs in the first and fifth innings to eventually win game one 10-1, before defeating the Redlegs 9-6 in the second match. Coquitlam is currently in the middle of the B.C. Premier Junior Baseball League standings with a 14-14 record, two games back of the fourth place Twins.

HIGH SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD

Chong, Botsis take down records at Nanaimo meet Medal haul for Tri-City athletes at provincials GARY MCKENNA

With the score, Chong beat the previous record of 49.68 m, which was set by Seever Rondquist back in 2014, while taking the gold medal in the process.

It was not the only time the Port Coquitlam athlete would take the podium last weekend.

Chong took gold in 5 kg shot put with a throw of 14.76 m, while he also earned a silver in junior men’s discus with a throw of 39.0 m.

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Riverside secondary track and field athlete Jarrett Chong is the new B.C. high school record holder in javelin after tossing the spear 51.95 m at the provincial championships in Nanaimo last weekend.

finished her final high school provincial championships with a number of medals.

The Dr. Charles Best secondary athlete, who is heading to the University of Connecticut on a full-ride athletic scholarship next year, won gold in the discus 1 kg event, exceeding the record she set last year by close to 2 m with a 39.95 m throw.

She was also one of two athletes this year to take down Catrina Chisholm’s record in hammer throw, which was set

back in 2003. Botsis won silver in the event and took another silver in senior women’s javelin with a 40.33 m throw.

Terry Fox secondary athlete Jv Patry also picked up a few medals in Nanaimo.

She took silver in the junior women’s shot put with an 11.85 m throw, while a 33.22 m toss was all that was needed to take second in discus. She also took bronze in the javelin event. see WILLETT, page 37

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Riverside Rapids grade 11 athlete Olivia Willett took home silver in the 1500 m steeplechase and a bronze in the senior women’s 3,000 m during the B.C. High School Track and Field Championships in Nanaimo last weekend.

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Soccer season comes to an end for Cents, Best Teams put up a good fight at provincial tourney GARY MCKENNA

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The Centennial Centaurs ended their AAA high school girls soccer season with a ninth place showing at the provincial championships last weekend.

The Coquitlam club defeated Reynolds secondary 2-1 in their final game of the tour-

nament to stay in the top 10 in the province.

Centennial struggled out of the gates this year, falling 7-2 to eventual third-place finishers South Delta secondary in the first game of the tourney.

They then went on to defeat Mount Baker 7-1 in the second match but lost again to Argyle secondary 4-3 last Friday. A 3-1 victory over Kitsilano secondary later in the afternoon set the stage for the ninth-place match.

The Cents were not the only Coquitlam club in this year’s tournament.

The Dr. Charles Best Blue Devils kicked things off with a 4-3 win over South Kamloops but fell short against Elgin Park in the second game, which ended 3-1.

On Friday, the Blue Devils again split their two games, winning 5-1 against Correlieu secondary before being shutout 1-0 by Reynolds secondary.

Best ended up finishing in 12th place in the province after falling to Kitsilano 5-2 in the 11th place game.

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The Coquitlam Adanacs took on the New Westminster Salmonbellies during the Adanac Challenge 2016 Girls Tournament at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex last week. Port Coquitlam went on to win the midget division, while Semiahmoo won the bantam gold pool and Nanaimo won the bantam purple pool. In the peewee division, Maple Ridge took first overall.

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On the track, Riverside’s Olivia Willett had a strong showing in the senior women’s 1500 m steeplechase, where she finished with a time of 5:05.42 and a silver medal.

The grade 11 athlete later took bronze in another longdistance event, the senior women’s 3,000 m, with a time of 10:27.82.

Port Moody’s Jasmine Lew won two medals for the Heritage Woods secondary Kodiaks track team, finishing

first in the junior women’s 100 m dash, finishing both the preliminaries and the finals with identical times of 12.42.

However, she just missed the podium in the long jump event, where she finished with a 5.28 m, short of Walnut Grover secondary’s Natalia Monro who won bronze with 5.33 m.

Jaden Severy, a Terry Fox secondary student, won silver in the junior men’s 400 m run, finishing first in the preliminaries but missing gold in the finals by 0.08 seconds. Severy’s

Ravens track teammate Denzel Brown took silver in the senior men’s triple jump with a 13.12 m, while fellow Terry Fox athlete Kaila Butler took bronze in the senior women’s shot put with an 11.39 m throw.

Justin Questroo, a Gleneagle secondary Talons team member, won bronze in the senior men’s 400 m run while Gleneagles 4 x 100 m relay team, which consists of Elizabeth Gilder, Haley Bannister, Amira Brar and Hana Tyndall, finished the event in third place.

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Refs. req. Small Pet OK. CALL 604-715-7764

BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

Repairs. misc service jobs drywall rep. etc. Big or Small, If I can’t do it, It can’t be done. Robert 604-454-4515

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Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes. (604)374-0062

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Commercial Wiring Lighting Rebates Residential Reno’s Tenant Improvements

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www.fitzelectric.ca

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Call (604)464-3550

AUTOMOTIVE

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THE SCRAPPER SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

Renos & Repairs. BBB Member.

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VERSATILE! EXPERIENCED IN OVER 30 LINES OF WORK!

SERVICE CALLS WELCOME

Handyman Specializing in •Small Jobs •Carpentry •Repairs •Fencing •Seniors needs. etc Rob Lyle • 604-307-6715

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LANDSCAPING

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604-817-1749

FERREIRA HOME IMPROVEMENTS All interior and Exterior Renovations and Additons Renovation Contractor Licensed and Insured Free Estimates “Satisfaction Guaranteed”

NORM 604-841-1855

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storage. Ca & US long distance 604-505-1386 604-505-9166

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PLUMBING & PLUMBER

RICK’S

RUBBISH REMOVAL

• • • • •

Residential Yard Waste Commercial Construction Free Estimates

Rick 604-329-2783

TREE SERVICES GREEN TREE

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Call Tom for Free Est.

778-899-TREE (8733) greentreeservice.ca

TREE BROTHERS SPECIALIST

•Dangerous Tree Removal •Pruning •Crown Reduction •Spiral Thinning • Hedge Trim Fully Insured • WCB.

Jerry • 604-500-2163

35Years of Experience

604-537-4140 MIRACLE MOVING Licensed - Insured - Fully Equip.

Starts from $45/hr Local & Long Distance Moves Mid-month & Seniors Discount miraclemoving.ca

15 & 30 Yard Dumptrucks

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“AwardWinning Renovations”

Free Estimate/Senior Discount

On Time, Fast. Lowest Rates

• We remove any kind of junk & recycling • Resident, Commercial, Industrial • Basement, Garage, Yard Clean-up • Old Furniture, Appliances

allaboutbathroom.com

778-317-7672

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AFFORDABLE MOVING

RUBBISH REMOVAL

778-837-0771 Dan

wcb & Insured

SPRING CLEAN UP •Hedge Trim •Tree Prune Lawn & Yard Maintenance Insured. Guaranteed.

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Repair, Replace, Remodel, Kitchen, Bath, Basement Suites, Drywall, Paint, Texture, Patches, Flooring, Moulding’s & more.

Roofing Expert 778-230-5717 Repairs/re-roof/new roofs.

All work guaranteed. Frank

TREE SERVICES

Pruning, Hedge Trimming Tree & Stump Removal 60 ft Bucket Trucks 604-787-5915 604-291-7778 treeworksvancouver.ca 10% discount with this ad

ROOFING

ScholtensRoofing.com • BBB A+ Rating • Free Estimates • Senior’s Discount • Liability Insured since 1990

604-835-ROOF (7663)

• Furnaces • Boilers • Hot Water Heating • Hot Water Tanks Drain Cleaning, Plumbing, Renovations & Repairs

604-312-7674 778 PLUMBING AND HEATING

Comm, res, repairs and installs, gas fitting, renos.

Navien expert. Fully ins’d and ticketed. Reas rates.

Prompt. 778-834-6966

Bros. Roofing Ltd. Over 40 Years in Business SPECIALIZING IN CEDAR, FIBERGLASS LAMINATES AND TORCH ON.

Liability Insurance, WCB, BBB, Free Estimates

604-946-4333

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604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC

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Tree Topping, Planting Cleanup & more!

TOTAL RENOVATION

16 years exp. Free Estimates

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES 2H

For positive results Call Robert

www.nrgelectric.ca

LOW RATES Lic’d. Bonded.

Expert trouble shooter. 24/7 30 yrs exp. 604-617-1774

• Ceiling Texture Repairs • Drywall • Cleaning Services • Pressure Washing

Power Raking, Trimming

Residential~Commercial~Pianos LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

Call Robert

HEATING Electrical Installations

Quayside Painting

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR SPECIALS 10% OFF

ROOFING

Power washing, gutter, roof & window cleaning. Prompt professional service, 30 yrs exp. Simon 604-230-0627

RENOS & HOME IMPROVEMENT

Athan, 778-317-3061 www.kovabros.com

Lawn & Garden Maint.

604-941-1618 or 604-844-4222

Repair decks, fences and doors .

• • • •

BC GARDENING 25 Years Exp.

1, 2, 3, 5 & 7 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ Since 2001

EXTERIORS & LANDSCAPING

• • • •

Friendly Service by Professionals Lic’d, Insured.

www.jimsmowing.ca

If I Can’t Do It, It Can’t Be Done!

SUITES FOR RENT 2 BR large & spacious, near Lougheed Mall & transit. Sgl car prk, N/s, n/p. Incl heat, hydro. $1100. 604-931-6317

BOOK A JOB AT

POWER WASHING

a Bros Painting Kov

Hedges trims prune, weed, grass cut, cleanups.

Terry 604-354-6649

DRAINAGE Services & more Claudio’s Backhoe Services Dry Basements+ 604-341-4446

CALL 604 525-2122

310-JIMS (5467)

HANDYPERSON

DRAINAGE

Boarding & Taping, Good Rates! Reliable, Free Est. Reno’s & Small Jobs Welcome! Call Gurprit 604-710-7769

• Lawn Maintenance • Fertilizing •Yard Clean-ups • Aeration • Pruning/Hedges • Power Raking • Rubbish Removal • Odd Jobs •Yearly Maintenance Programs •

Donny 604-600-6049

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Hi-Rise Apartment with River View & Indoor Pool.

1 BR & 2 BR Available.

Rent includes heat & hot water. Remodeled Building and Common area. Gated underground parking available.

References required.

Spring Services

A Gardener & A Gentleman Lawn, Garden, Trees. Prune.

Clean-up. Junk.604-319-5302

GUTTERS

PAINTING/ WALLPAPER

Same Day Service, Fully Insured FREE ESTIMATES

Pedro’s Contracting & Drainage. Landscaping, water lines & cement work 604-468-2919

MILUPITA Janitorial Services

604-630-3300 APARTMENTS/ CONDOS FOR RENT

Inspection, Landscaping, Stump/Rock/Cement/Oil Tank & Demos, Paving, Pool/Dirt Removal, Paver Stones, Jackhammer, Water/Sewer, Line/Sumps, Slinger Avail, Concrete Cutting, Hand Excavating, Basements Made Dry Claudio’s Backhoe Service

Systems Ltd.

To advertise call

RENTALS

Drainage, Video

604-463-7919

www.webuyhomesbc.com

PROPERTY FOR SALE

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LAWN & GARDEN

Refer to the Home Services section for all your home improvement needs

ALL LANDSCAPING; Cedar Hedges, Tree Planting.

Lawn Maintenance. 15 yrs exp.

604-355-4695, 604-354-8570

778-984-0666 PRO*ACC PAINTING LTD Est 1985

• Residential Specialists • WCB, Ins’d, Lic’d • Free Estimates

604-942-4383

www.pro-accpainting.com

Drainage • Heating • Gas Renos • Maintenance • Installs DJPlumbing.ca 778-227-1119 LIC’d PLUMBER - installs, fire sprinklers heating, video drain inspections. 604-723-2007

A-1 Contracting & Roofing NEW & RE-ROOFING All Types • Concrete Tile Paint & Seal •Asphalt • Flat All Maintenance & Repairs WCB. 25% Discount.

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