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ERH rep says no land sale, no hospital expansion DianE StRanDbERg The Tri-CiTy News

Selling land at Eagle Ridge Hospital won’t harm future plans for the health care facility and is critical to pay for muchneeded expansion, says the hospital’s executive director.

Lisa Zetes-Zanatta told The Tri-City News that selling a portion of land was always in the cards so Fraser Health could pay for its portion of a

planned $27.6-million emergency room expansion.

Fraser Health is seeking an official community plan amendment from Port Moody council to change the land use designation on two parcels — one on the western end and another on the eastern border — so they can be sold and rezoned for market condominiums and rental housing. see ‘THERE IS MORE’, page 9

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PoMo will vote on plans for two sites MaRio baRtEl

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Port Moody softball player Hunter Lang is getting ready for the season after she was recently awarded a Premier’s Award for her contribution to Aboriginal sport in British Columbia. For more, please see story in Sports, page 35.

The future of the Port Moody’s public works yard and former fire hall site will be decided by voters this fall.

At its meeting Tuesday, Port Moody council voted to defer a proposal to rezone and change the designation of the properties at Ioco Road and Murray Street from public and institu-

tional use to comprehensive development. The proposed changes could have paved the way for the city to subdivide the property and sell the two parcels to developers for redevelopment into a high-density neighbourhood of condo towers, commercial space as well as a possible new library and seniors housing.

see ‘IT’S A VERY’, page 7

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LEFT: BUTTER STUDIOS PHOTOGRAPHY; RIGHT: TRI-CITY NEWS FILE PHOTO

Left: Panel members at the 2017 edition of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Summit. This year’s event, to be held May 8, will features panellists talking about blockchain and legal marijuana.

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Weed, blockchain topics at Chamber summit Gary MCKenna The Tri-CiTy News

Blockchain and the legalization of cannabis have been popular topics in the business community over the last year.

Now, the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is hoping to shed new light on the subjects as part of its Economic Summit 2018 next month at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver.

“We want to really educate the local business community,” said Michael Hind, CEO of the chamber. “These are two topics

that are really top of mind right now.”

The event will feature keynote speaker Niels Velhuis, president of the Fraser Institute, who will present his perspectives on the current state of the economy. Hind said Velhuis’ data-driven work will review the provincial and federal economic outlooks while suggesting policies to improve competitiveness in the country.

But blockchain and cannabis will be prominently featured during the summit’s panel discussions.

Chris Jensen, the co-founder of Right Mesh; Frans Tjallingii, the co-founder of First Coin Capita; and Peter Chow-White, a professor at SFU, will take part in a presentation titled The Future of Currency moderated

by Kevin Rathbun of Rise CPA. Hind said many chamber members are now accepting payments in crypto-currencies such as Bitcoin and are looking to learn more about blockchain technology, which tracks and records movement of such currencies. “We hope we can demystify it a bit. Maybe we can shed a

WHAT’S HAPPENING: BUSINESS SUMMIT The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce Economic Summit will take place Tuesday, May 8, 7:15 to 11 a.m. at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on United Boulevard in Coquitlam.

Tickets are available for chamber members for $95 and nonmembers for $125. Full tables can be purchased for $710 for members and $975 for non-members. For more information and to register, go to www.tricitieschamber.com. little light on what is going on and what the future holds.”

The imminent legalization of cannabis is another subject that the chamber aims to tackle at

the event. Hind said the federal law changes expected this summer could have wide-ranging ramifications for businesses. He said there are many misunder-

standings about what the new rules will mean.

“It is not all consumed via smoking,” he said. “There are edibles. There are cannabis ointments. There is a whole broad range of what the cannabis industry is about.”

The cannabis panel will feature Allan Lingwood from the Original Farmacy; David Martyn of Compass Cannabis Clinics; and Matt Christopherson with Keirton; and will be moderated

by Barinder Rasode of Niche Canada. gmckenna@tricitynews.com

HIKE FOR HOSPICE

his Crossroads volunteer work is personal PoCo’s Adams to take part in 16th hike for hospice

WHAT’S HAPPENING: HIKE FOR HOSPICE Hikers, ramblers and wanderers are all welcome to join Crossroads Hospice Society for the 16th annual Hike for Hospice Sunday, May 6. This national pledge-based family event raises funds to support people living with a terminal illness and their loved ones. Starting at Port Moody city hall (100 Newport Dr.), the event runs from 9 a.m. to noon and will feature a family- and pet-friendly 5-km walk. For more information and to register, visit crossroadshospicesociety.com.

Diane StranDberG The Tri-CiTy News

When Jon Adams became his company’s charity liaison with Crossroads Hospice more than a decade ago, he had no idea it would lead to a cherished relationship with the TriCity organization.

Now, as he prepares to lace up for the 16th annual Crossroads Hospice Society Hike for Hospice May 6, the Port Coquitlam dad reflects on the motivation for his longstanding commitment.

Perhaps, it’s the symbol of the dragonfly, an aquatic creature that becomes airborne through metamorphosis, that keeps Adams transitioning through his volunteer posts for the organization. It could also be the great support his dad, Tom, received

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Port Coquitlam’s Jon Adams (left, with his family) has been volunteering at Crossroads Hospice for more than a decade. at the Crossroads Inlet Centre Hospice when he passed in 2014.

But for variety of reasons,

the Royal Bank of Canada business consultant has stayed constant with his support since he was assigned to be the com-

pany’s first liaison when RBC chose Crossroads to be its signature charity in 2004/’05.

“In getting involved in some of the volunteer activities and doing a tour and seeing how amazing the facility is, and also the volunteers and understanding the importance and the cause, I just had to get involved more,” said Adams.

Crossroads Hospice Society is well-known in the Tri-Cities for providing compassionate end-of-life care. Through its hospice in Port Moody and grief and bereavement support, it assists local families.

Adams got to see the sup-

port first-hand four years ago when his dad, who had battled cancer for 15 years, spent six days at the Port Moody hospice.

Tom Adams had an “odd” sense of humour and would joke about his son “holding a place for him” at the hospice while he was a volunteer, first as a liaison and later as a society board member, where he served two terms.

“It’s a different perspective when you used the services to see your loved one in the final days, and have that lifelong loyalty to Crossroads,” Adams, said, recalling how his father

was surrounded by his family, and even the grandchildren sat on the bed with their grandpa.

The irony was that Tom Adams spent his final days in the room RBC sponsored when Inlet Centre was being developed.

Later, though, it was Crossroads’ dragonfly symbol that caught Adam’s attention and has consoled him in the intervening years.

“It became a very important symbol for our family,” Adams, “There was a constant dragonfly presence,” he recalls.

And when more than a dozen members of the Adams family turn out for the Hike for Hospice, they’ll be walking the 5-km route as Tom’s Dragonflies alongside a company-supported group called Team RBC. And maybe, through their participation, they’ll provide the inspiration for the next generation of Crossroads Hospice volunteers.

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Sunwood Safeway gets temporary reprieve Store will still be closed, but not until July 5 now

Sobeys and the union representing workers.

Vince Ready has ordered the company to keep nine Safeway stores open until July 5, including the Coquitlam operation. Sobeys had slated the stores for closure on May 5, according to a statement from the union.

“This direction by Mr. Ready is good news,” said UFCW 1518 president Ivan Limpright, in a statement. “It ensures that our members will continue to work at the

Diane StranDberg The Tri-CiTy News

The Sunwood Square Safeway will not reopen under a new brand but its employees have a few extra months left after a special officer was called in to handle a dispute between owner

PARENTAL LEAVE

More time for new moms and dads New moms and dads will get more time to spend with their newborn babies without risking their jobs, as will parents grieving the death of a child or enduring a child who’s gone missing as a result of a crime.

Monday, Harry Bains, B.C.’s minister of labour, introduced amendments to the provincial employment standards act that would extend maternity leave to 13 weeks prior to the expected arrival of a new baby, two more than the current 11 weeks.

New parents will also be able to extend their unpaid leave to allow a new birth mom up to 18 months of total leave, in line with new federal employment insurance maternity and parental benefits.

The amendments also include job protection for up to 104 weeks of unpaid leave for parents dealing with the death of a child under 19 years of age, as well as new protections for

up to 52 weeks of unpaid leave for parents coping with a missing child because of a criminal act. Currently, the province has no provision, beyond regular bereavement leave, in its employment standards for protected leave in those circumstances. If a missing child is found, the parent can remain on leave for up to 14 days afterward.

Compassionate care leave for workers who have to care for a family member who is terminally ill is also being extended from eight to 27 weeks.

“These amendments are about supporting B.C. workers and extending compassion to families who face tragic circumstances,” Bains said in a press release.

“It will not erase the pain experienced during a personal or family crisis, but it can help ease the worry and stress over job security.” mbartel@tricitynews.com @mbartelTC

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stores for at least two more months. That’s two more months of income. Two more months to plan their lives.”

UFCW 1518 and Sobeys agreed to adjourn an illegal lockout complaint filed by the union with Labour Relations Board (LRB) of B.C. to enable Ready to mediate the dispute. The union filed the complaint in January after Sobeys announced it would close 10 Safeway locations just before negotiations were set to begin. The union

subsequently filed a number of grievances related to the planned stores closures with the LRB. Ready will serve as a mediator in an effort to resolve the various disputes arising out of the store closures. If the parties do not reach a voluntary agreement, any disputes that had been before the LRB will go back to the LRB to be decided.

The company had said earlier this year that some stores could re-open as dis-

SPEAk Have an opinion on a Tri-City News story? Leave a comment on our Facebook page. count FreshCo stores. But the Sunwood Square Safeway is not on a list of those stores released this week.

In addition to Sunwood Square, the following stores will close permanently July 5: Lougheed Mall, City Square and Point Grey in Vancouver, as well as Royal Oak in Burnaby.

Two Safeway stores in Richmond, two in Surrey and one in Mission have the potential to reopen as FreshCo stores following outcome of discussions with unions, a company press release states. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com @dstrandbergTC

Sat, April 21 is Port Moody’s City-Wide Garage Sale!

Get ready to go bargain hunting! We have over 80 homes participating in our City-Wide Garage Sale. Make sure to pay special attention to the addresses with a – they’re also giving away gently used goods.

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155 to 216 James Road (Tall Tree Estates) 2826 Jane Street 2605A Jane Street #46 100 Klahanie Drive 501 Klahanie Drive

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Pleasantside/Ioco 307 3rd Ave 660 Alderside Road 722 Alderside Road 836 Alderside Road 626 Bentley Road 27 Escola Bay 626 Ioco Road 736 Ioco Road 1005 Ioco Road 124 Jacobs Road #606 301 Maude Road 10 Mossom Creek Drive 491 San Remo Drive 15 Symmes Bay

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19 Ashwood Drive 22 Ashwood Drive 67 Birchwood Crescent 4 Boulderwood Place 105 Cedarwood Drive 30 Cliffwood Drive #33 15 Forest Park Way #42 15 Forest Park Way 15 Forest Park Way 11 Greenbriar Place 56 Greenleaf Drive 126 Hawthorn Drive 59 Holly Drive 155 Maple Drive #123 2000 Panorama Drive #129 2000 Panorama Drive 5 Parkdale Place #37 101 Parkside Drive #65 101 Parkside Drive 115 Parkside Drive 116 Parkside Drive 9 Ravine Drive 12 Ravine Drive #53 181 Ravine Drive 16 Spruce Court 168 Sycamore Drive 64 Wilkes Creek Drive 3333 Dewdney Trunk Road 3373 Viewmount Place

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Find a map online at portmoody.ca/garagesale

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COPS & CRIME

Man hurt in targeted shooting on Tuesday Victim, witnesses aren’t cooperating with Mounties A 21-year-old Richmond man is in hospital after a shooting Tuesday night in Burquitlam.

Coquitlam RCMP Cpl. Michael McLaughlin said while it is still early in the investigation, police do not believe the incident is random and they are currently searching for suspects.

“The victim and some of the witnesses who were in close proximity to the shooting have been less than fully cooperative,” he said in a press release.

“But Investigators are optimistic that members of the public will be able to provide more helpful information.”

Mounties received a call shortly after 11 p.m. after witnesses near Foster Avenue and Aspen Street in Coquitlam said they heard a series of shots and two cars speeding away.

The victim later checked himself into the hospital with

gunshot wounds; the injuries are non-life threatening and he is expected to recover.

Police are asking anyone who saw or heard something to call the Coquitlam RCMP’s non-emergency number at 604-945-1550 and ask for the investigative support team (file number 2018-10844). Those who wish to provide information anonymously can do so by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or visiting solvecrime.ca.

A Port Moody police officer is on approved leave in Cuba after being taken into custody by police there and released.

A spokesperson from the PMPD’s community services section confirmed the officer

was on a holiday. Sgt. Travis Carroll did not provide details including the officer’s name or the circumstances.

But a Global BC news report says it involves a complaint from a 17-year-old girl, who alleges she was assaulted by a VPD officer near Varadero.

The report says the Port Moody Officer is allegedly a witness.

In a statement, Carroll said Port Moody police take allega-

tions of misconduct concerning its officers seriously and has referred this matter to the Office of the Police Complaints Commissioner (OPCC).

According to the Canadian Press, a Vancouver police officer was also arrested and released in Cuba.

The OPCC has yet to respond to The Tri-City News’ requests for information. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

NOTICE OF DISPOSITION Pursuant to section 26 of the Community Charter, the City of Port Moody hereby gives notice of its intention to dispose of the following lands to Sunburst Real Estate Holdings (2813 Murray) Ltd. for a total purchase price of $230,000. See map below: LOCATION MAP - PARCEL D

Pursuant to section 26 of the Community Charter, the City of Port Moody hereby gives notice of its intention to dispose of the following lands to Sunburst Real Estate Holdings (2809 Murray) Ltd. for a total purchase price of $194,700. See map below: LOCATION MAP - PARCEL C

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NOTICE OF DISPOSITION

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a) Parcel Identifier: 030-244-510 PARCEL D (BYLAW PLAN 61152)

a) Parcel Identifier: 030-244-501 PARCEL C (BYLAW PLAN 61152) BLOCK 7 DISTRICT LOT 201 GROUP 1 NEW WESTMINSTER DISTRICT Contact Maxwell Ridge, Corporate Planning Advisor at 604.469.4592 or mridge@portmoody.ca for further information on this transaction.

604.469.4500 www.portmoody.ca

NOTICE OF DISPOSITION Pursuant to section 26 of the Community Charter, the City of Port Moody hereby gives notice of its intention to dispose of the following lands to Sunburst Real Estate Holdings (2817 Murray) Ltd. for a total purchase price of $230,000. See map below: LOCATION MAP - PARCEL E

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a) Parcel Identifier: 030-244-528 PARCEL E (BYLAW PLAN 61152) BLOCK 7 DISTRICT LOT 201 GROUP 1 NEW WESTMINSTER DISTRICT

Contact Maxwell Ridge, Corporate Planning Advisor at 604.469.4592 or mridge@portmoody.ca for further information on this transaction.

Contact Maxwell Ridge, Corporate Planning Advisor at 604.469.4592 or mridge@portmoody.ca for further information on this transaction.

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PORT MOODY

‘It’s a very emotional issue,’ says Royer continued from front page

Instead, voters will be asked whether the property should be retained by the city or sold for redevelopment in a referendum to be held in conjunction with Oct. 20 civic elections.

The decision came after more than 20 speakers stepped to the microphone at a public hearing into the city’s proposal for the property held prior to Tuesday’s council meeting.

Many of those speakers expressed opposition to the possibility of the city land being sold for redevelopment.

“Once this land is gone, we’ll never get it back,” said one of the speakers, David Ungless.

“There has to be a red line and that has to be no sale of key public land.”

But others said redevelopment of the property would facilitate much-needed public amenities like the construction of a new library, seniors housing and new sports fields.

Council had suggested funding for public amenities would be part of any density bonuses negotiated with developers to allow them to increase the height of any condo towers from 26 to 34 storeys.

Pat Merrett, the chair of the Port Moody Library board, was accompanied by several other board members when she pleaded for more space.

“The old fire hall site could

What they said tUesday

Here are some of the comments made during the public hearing and subsequent council debate into Port Moody’s proposal to amend the zoning and land use designation for the property that contains the old fire hall and public works yard:

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the future of the sites of Port Moody’s public works yard (above) and former fire hall will be decided by a referendum taking place concurrent with October’s civic elections. provide the opportunity for a new library,” she said.

But Joan Stewart said such a facility doesn’t have to come attached to more condo towers.

“The community is overwhelmed by the pace of development,” she said. “We don’t want another highrise at this corner.”

Amy Lubik urged council to think of “innovative solutions” to achieve those public amenities without selling public property to private developers.

Coun. Zoe Royer, who moved the motion to defer council’s decision and refer it to a referendum, agreed. “I believe we can get a new library, seniors housing and a beautiful soccer field without selling our public land,” she said. “It’s a very emotional issue.”

But Mayor Mike Clay said the changes to the site’s zoning and designation are key components to determine its worth and how that might be leveraged to help the city attain amenities.

Notice of Public Hearing

Zoning Amendment for 750 Dominion Avenue Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4039

PUBLIC HEARING 7 pm on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 Council Chambers Port Coquitlam City Hall

To provide for rezoning from A (Agriculture) to M3 (Light Industrial) to facilitate the development of future light industrial uses.

Location:

750 Dominion Avenue

Legal:

Lot 39, Block 6 North, Section 8, Range 1 East, NWD, Plan NWP36149

“The value of going where we were going with this is to explore opportunity here,” he said. “Do you want this to be an abandoned fire hall site and public works yard?”

In making its decision, council directed staff to report on further details required by voters to inform their decision, the process and costs of a referendum as well as potential wording options for the question to be asked on ballots. mbartel@tricitynews.com @mbartelTC

n Yvonne Harris: “Keep Port Moody at a human scale. Not Hong Kong, not Singapore, not the West End.” n Jeanette Jackson: “Selling land is just an easy way to get money to fund amenity projects.” n Brian Ungless: “The decision of today affects all of tomorrow.” n Mitch Williams: “It’s not a gem right now.

It’s unrealistic to expect it could become a great public space.” n Wilhelmina Martin: “In order to maximize benefits for all the city, it is appropriate rezoning.” n Coun. Barbara Junker: “We need to take it to the public. A referendum is probably the right choice after hearing what everybody has said.” n Coun. Meghan Lahti: “This is bigger than this public hearing. The people in this room don’t speak for everybody in the community.” n Coun. Rob Vagramov: “These lands belong to 35,000 people and counting, and I don’t think it’s appropriate for seven of us to make a decision.”

CITY OF P RT COQUITLAM

Public Notice of Watermain Flushing The City will be flushing watermains in the area shown on the map below beginning the week of March 5, 2018. One third of the City’s watermains are flushed each year to minimize sediment deposits in the water system that can deteriorate our water quality.

Flushing may cause pressure fluctuations, some discolouration and sediment in the water reaching your home or business. All of these conditions should be of short duration. If your water appears discoloured, run a cold water tap until the water clears. Please direct inquiries to Public Works at 604.927.5496 or email publicworks@portcoquitlam.ca.

GIVE YOUR INPUT All members of the public will have a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions about the bylaw at the hearing.

Council cannot receive new or additional information on this application after the public hearing.

Inspection of Documents

Prior to the public hearing, the public is welcome to inspect the proposed bylaw and any related bylaws, reports and plans at: Corporate Office, Port Coquitlam City Hall 8:30 am-4:30 pm (except weekends/stat. holidays)

CITY HALL 2580 Shaughnessy Street Port Coquitlam BC

Until 4:00 pm on April 24, 2018.

Carolyn Deakin, Assistant Corporate Officer 604.927.5212 • corporateoffice@portcoquitlam.ca

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More info: Development Services, 604.927.5442.

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Public Input Opportunity

Development Variance Permit No. DVP00054 Development Variance Permit No. DVP00054

PUBLIC INPUT

A public input opportunity is being provided in consideration of varying the City’s Subdivision Servicing Bylaw, No. 2241, to relax the requirements for offsite and infrastructure works prior to subdivision approval.

7 pm on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 Council Chambers Port Coquitlam City Hall

GIVE YOUR INPUT

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Smoke filled the air on Port Coquitlam’s north side Tuesday afternoon after fire broke out in a large barn at a poultry farm on Burns Road. Almost 14,000 baby chickens perished in the blaze.

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Thousands of chicks lost in PoCo barn fire Close to 14,000 baby chickens perished in a barn fire Tuesday at a poultry farm in Port Coquitlam.

PoCo Fire Chief Nick Delmonico said the blaze was likely started by a heater in the building off Burns Road but investigators are still trying to determine exactly how the flames spread.

“They need to keep the buildings real warm this time

of year for the younger chickens,” he said. “We believe it may have started with one of those heaters.”

By the time firefighters arrived at around 4 p.m., Delmonico said the sheet metal-clad structure, which is about 100 feet long by 40 feet wide, was fully involved. He noted that there was a lot of flammable material inside the building, like wood and straw,

and it did not take long for the flames to spread.

“It’s the kind of thing that can get moving really quickly,” he said.

Firefighters managed to keep the blaze from spreading to several other buildings on the property. Delmonico said it took about four hours for crews to extinguish the flames.

All members of the public will have a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions about the bylaw at the input opportunity.

Council cannot receive new or additional information on this application after the public input opportunity.

CITY HALL 2580 Shaughnessy Street Port Coquitlam BC

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Inspection of documents: Prior to the public input opportunity, the public is welcome to inspect the proposed development variance permit, a larger drawing and any related reports and plans at: Development Services, Port Coquitlam City Hall Annex 8:30 am-4:30 pm (except weekends/stat. holidays) until 4:00 pm on April 24, 20178 Carolyn Deakin, Assistant Corporate Officer 604.927.5212 • corporateoffice@portcoquitlam.ca

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More teachers, EAs for Tri-City schools Budget changes since recent times of layoffs & debt

WHAT’S NEW, WHAT’S NEXT • New and available to the public this year, School District 43 has posted online several detailed budget discussion papers, a list of “taxpayer accountability principles” and explanations on how the budget is planned and carried out. They can be viewed at www.sd43.bc.ca under 2018-2019 Budget Process Begins.

• Next Tuesday, April 17, delegations will present their views on the budget starting at 6:30 p.m. in the gym at Winslow Centre, 1100 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam.

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School District 43 trustees are expected to approve a balanced budget that will put dozens more teachers and education assistants in schools thanks to a raft of good budget news — including reduced debt, surpluses fuelled by international education fees and a restored collective agreement that is pumping funding into the education system.

Even the annual spring rite of teacher layoffs will not occur because those educators will be needed in September and the district doesn’t want to risk losing them.

In fact, in this robust climate for education, competition for teachers and education assistants is so fierce, the district plans to boost the hours of a human resources staff member to help with recruitment and retention.

It’s a major turn of fortunes as trustees face an election this fall when, as recently as spring 2014, 800 teachers had to be laid off and $13.4 million was being chopped from spending to balance the budget.

Tuesday’s preliminary bud-

get presented at the first of three public meetings showed a much rosier view. And now it appears filling casual teaching and education assistant positions is the biggest worry.

“My greatest concern is [finding] causal EAs and TTOCs [substitute teachers].

Without enough supply, we could be leaving teachers shorthanded,” board chair Kerri Palmer Isaak told The TriCity News.

But the spectre of cuts a few years ago hung in the room as Coquitlam Teachers’ Association president Ken Christensen asked if annual layoffs could be eliminated indefinitely. He wasn’t given a guarantee but secretary treasurer Chris Nicolls pointed out in his presentation that current staffing is now well beyond the 2012/’13 levels.

“Our current staffing levels are the highest they’ve ever been,” Nicolls said, noting data

that showed there are 227 more teachers, support and administrative staff working in the district than five years ago.

Some of the reasons the district is doing so well are homegrown. A $3.3-million surplus accumulated over the last two years has helped, and the district eliminated a $23 million employee future benefit liability when it closed the postretirement group benefit plan for union support workers.

But some challenges lie ahead as the district navigates changing demographics and increased staffing costs.

While per-student funding is expected to increase from $7,301 to $7,423 to pay for legislated wage increases, the district expects 133 fewer students, which will lower funding, and more students are coming to the district with special needs needing supports.

An additional $1.65 million will also be needed to pay for

the new Employer Health Tax, which replaces the Medical Services Plan As well, one parent who spoke at the meeting had concerns about services for children with autism. Peter Raptis, a Coquitlam resident and board member with the Pacific Autism Family Network, asked trustees to consider special training for education assistants who work with children with autism. He said parents are moving to other communities, such as Surrey, where EAs have training in applied behaviour analysis.

“We’re naive to ignore the talent we have here,” Raptis said.

Trustees were told that among the goals of this year’s budget is to hire 20 full-timeequivalent education assistants to provide increased support for vulnerable students while an additional eight FTE teachers will help with implementing the new B.C. curriculum.

And that’s just with anticipated operating funding.

The district also expects to get Classroom Enhancement funding to meet Supreme Court ruling requirements to hire 35 more teachers and four additional education assistants. That funding has yet to be confirmed.

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A second elementary school for Burke Mountain in Coquitlam is closer to reality this week after the B.C. government announced it is moving Sheffield elementary to the next stage.

Although the province has yet to approve funding for the approximately $17.9-million school, it confirmed in a letter to School District 43 that it wants a Project Definition Report

by Aug. 18.

“The ministry has indicated it’s a high-priority project,” Ivano Cecchini, assistant secretary treasurer of facilities planning, told trustees at Tuesday’s board of education meeting, adding later: “We will continue to advocate.”

SD43 has already advanced funding for design work to fast-track the project.

Once built, the school will hold 400 students and will be a sister school to nearby Smiling Creek elementary, which is nearing completion.

Other projects approved in SD43’s 2018/’19 capital plan and awaiting funding confirmation from the province are: four classroom additions for each of Panorama Heights and Westwood elementary schools; and a six-classroom addition for Dr. Charles Best secondary.

Meanwhile more than $1.8 million in mechanical upgrades and boiler replacements have been approved for Best, Summit middle, Coquitlam River elementary and Hazel Trembath elementary.

SD43 is also planning to add 19 portables and make 11 classroom conversions for the fall to accommodate class size and composition issues related to a Supreme Court of Canada ruling. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com @dstrandbergTC

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‘There is more than enough land,’ says ED with a south tower of 26 storeys and a north tower of 22 storeys; on another parcel, there could be a mixture of six-and 12-storey buildings, with a three-storey townhouse complex.

Further opportunities for the public to comment will occur as the proposal moves through the city’s approval process, she said.

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The Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation, which is working to raise $5 million toward the expansion, has said in a memo to the community that it is not in favour of the proposal because it doesn’t match an earlier vision.

Zetes-Zanatta said the plan has changed and now two lots could be sold, instead of one, but she said the funds are needed and selling both won’t impinge on future hospital expansion because any future construction would likely be in towers, making better use of available land not like the low-rise buildings that were originally developed.

“I feel very confident that there is more than enough land to be developed,” she told The Tri-City News. “The challenge that was referenced by the foundation is it didn’t match the piece of land they thought would be put forward for sale.”

She said even with selling off two parcels “there is still significant land available” and noted that 20% of the new construction would be for belowmarket rental units, which, from a “healthcare perspective is excellent.”

“Health care struggles to make sure we reach people who can’t reach us now, so having that adjacency is a benefit,” she said.

The land sale proposal comes as the community waits for a needed ER expansion.

In March, 2017, Fraser Health announced it will kick in $22.6 million towards the cost of a $27.6-million ER expansion at the Port Moody

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SPEAk Have an opinion on a Tri-City News story? Leave a comment on our Facebook page. hospital to double the number of beds, reduce wait times for patients and provide isolation rooms for those with infectious diseases. When complete, the expanded ER is projected to be able to handle 68,000 patients per year, up from about 50,000 today.

Zetes-Zanatta said improving the ER is part of a plan that also includes upgrading the cardiology department and ambulatory care.

“It’s a multi-phase project,” she said. “In order to get the end of that project we need a land sale to occur in order to get the funds to release the infrastructure.”

The plans displayed for the public March 7 show the potential redevelopment could include two highrise towers,

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a drawing of the proposed redevelopment plan for eagle Ridge Hospital, which would include high rises and townhouses with a mix of market condominiums and rental units.

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REAL ESTATE

B.C. home buyers’ confidence damaged by tax changes: poll Royal LePage polled its realtors

drop in consumer confidence.

We saw this happen in 2016 when the previous government launched a tax on foreign investors... Canadian homebuyers from coast to coast were already struggling with new federal restrictions on access to mortgage financing.”

Soper added, “We expect that the new taxes will materially impact communities that rely on recreational property markets for the health of their local economy. There will be some Canadians in British Columbia and across the country that will choose to sell their properties in the province as the new taxes add to the cost of home ownership.”

More than 90% of the respondents said they believe the speculation tax specifically will reduce sales in the province from prospective buyers in other areas of Canada, such as Alberta.

The survey results are in contrast to those of an Insights West poll of British Columbians, which found that four out of five respondents were in support of the new taxation measures.

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If one goal of the B.C. government’s new housing taxation policies was to cool home sales in the province, it has likely succeeded, if the results of a new poll of real estate agents are anything to go by.

Nearly 80% of the 400 Royal LePage real estate advisors surveyed by their brokerage said they expected home sales in the province to decrease in the first three months of the policy announcements.

The policies set out in the poll included the new speculation tax, the expanded and increased foreign buyer tax, and the increase to the propertyrelated school taxes and land transfer taxes on homes over $3 million.

A further 85% of respondents operating in B.C. said the new policies have hurt home buyer confidence in residential real estate. However, less than half of the respondents (44.8%)

said they thought B.C. residents were the demographic group most affected by the changes, although this was the largest single group identified.

Some 43.5% said Canadians who own or want to buy property in B.C. but live in other provinces are most affected, followed by 11.3% of real estate advisors who said the policies would affect foreign buyers most of all.

“The expected impact of the proposed housing taxes announced in British Columbia should not be taken lightly,” said Phil Soper, president and CEO of Royal LePage.

“Homeowners across the province will feel the effects as major policy changes like this are also amplified by a

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Troubled waters It’s been a long time since british Columbia was beset with the kind of issue that divides nations, political parties and even some environmentalists. and it’s anyone’s guess as to how the Trans Mountain oil pipeline imbroglio will play out.

We have the federal government maintaining the pipeline is in the national interest, the provincial government seeking an answer to the question about its jurisdiction on potentially threatening environmental concerns, u.S.-based Kinder Morgan threatening to pull the plug, alberta’s premier threatening to squeeze oil so we pay more for gas or investing in the project itself if Kinder Morgan takes a walk. Even burnaby council is putting up barriers while protesters continue to air their concerns. (Coquitlam has also raised issues with the project on the grounds it will be costly for local taxpayers.) for this to sort itself out will need patience as well as real progress on environmental protection of b.C. waters, as nobody wants to see a devastating oil spill.

We’ll have to wait to see who will blink first.

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Metro Vancouver and the decline of public service a former town councillor from Penhold, alberta named danielle Klooster wrote a widely-read op-ed a few years back titled “5 terrible reasons to run for municipal office” that I would urge every person thinking of running for mayor, city council or school board to read and understand before entering politics.

In it, Klooster discusses why anyone should consider running for public office.

You should seek elected office, she writes, “because you wish to serve your commuMIKE KLASSEN nity, to provide good leadership, to plan and build for the future. You should run because you have a contribution to make, ideas to be shared, passion that won’t abate and a commitment to do the right thing no matter what.”

What Klooster does not say, however, is that you should run because of the paycheque.

The recent actions of local government politicians — in particular Metro vancouver board chair, and Port Coquitlam’s mayor, Greg Moore and deputy-chair Raymond Louie — have put the question of what being a mayor, city councillor or a Metro vancouver board member into a hard light.

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Is elected office about serving the public or is it about the remuneration and the travel perks you receive?

Through their public statements and their actions, Louie and Moore and many of their colleagues have signalled they think public life is about the latter.

The chair and his deputy recently returned from a taxpayerfunded australia junket, billed as a transit system “learning tour.” according to Moore, this is a trip where he mixed in a little vacation time, telling a reporter he would add a stop to the Great barrier Reef. according to The Province, Moore has racked up more than $80,000 in travel expenses since 2013, jetting around to nearly 20 global destinations, including Paris and London. This the same Greg Moore, by the way, who announced — via a statement issued (inappropriately in my view) on the city of Port Coquitlam’s website — that he is not seeking re-election in october.

Can someone help us to understand the value of flying public officials to far-flung destinations? These trips burn through tens or hundreds of thousands of your tax dollars each year.

In a recent interview, West vancouver Mayor Michael Smith was apoplectic over the duo’s latest aussie junket. “These travel expenses are never brought to the board for approval and there is no explanation why they need to go. and there is no subsequent report coming to the board what came out of the conference,” Smith said.

of course, this travel brouhaha follows Louie and Moore’s fullthroated defence of a “retirement allowance” (retroactive to 2007) for board members who leave office either voluntarily or with the help of voters. Speaking at Metro vancouver, Louie argued for the back-dated “pension” scheme by saying, “Part of the attraction and retention of getting people to come to this table… is to ensure that they are appropriately compensated.” as Louie and Moore have, municipal officials all over the province are voting themselves pay increases, mostly arguing that they are not paid enough.

The stipend that municipal officials receive is for their time spent preparing for and attending meetings. being a city councillor was never intended to be a full-time position, yet these positions have become filled with career politicians who hold seats for 10, 20 and sometimes over 30 years.

The constant increases in pay and perks explain why we see so little turnover in local government. The very idea of serving the public is being extinguished by self-interest. as danielle Klooster wrote, run for office because you want to abide your passion for your community, not because you want a job.

Those seeking municipal office should have a plan for what you want to accomplish in that role — and, as importantly, a plan to get out. @MikeKlassen • mike@mikeklassen.net

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Make Moody Centre PoMo’s centre again The Editor, Re. “No sell-off of Port Moody city lands” (Letters, The Tri-City News, April 6) and “Is a name change in order?” (Letters, April 11).

In the last couple of years, there have been some divisive issues brought before Port Moody council. It seems there is a real resistance to additional development in the Inlet Centre community despite the fact the best facilities and amenities are here. It is a great area in which to live.

Traffic concerns and facilities over capacity are the main concerns. Also on the list are compromised views from people who live in the existing highrises and the loss of parkland. (The old fire hall site, which is not parkland at this time) Many residents and coun-

SPEAk Have an opinion on a Tri-City News story? Leave a comment on our Facebook page. cillors seem passionate about the level of congestion in the area. At council meetings and hearings, the term often used is “When is it enough?”

The library is over capacity.

The Inlet Theatre regularly overflows for meetings. The recreation complex parking lot is often full.

It appears that our main civic campus was great for a city of 25,000 people but not sufficient for our growth.

Port Moody is projected to hit 50,000 residents the next couple of decades.

I would encourage council to look to decentralization of our municipal services in years to come. The Moody Centre transit-oriented development initiative would be a great place to house an expanded library and/or theatre. Who knows, maybe even the city hall one day? This could be done in conjunction with changes to Kyle Centre to improve amenities for westside residents.

Moody Centre is an area that will see growth in years to come and our public library or theatre could be wonderful anchors to our redeveloped neighbourhood and make Moody Centre a more walkable and livable community.

Mitch Williams, Port Moody

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Pipeline project: ‘I am for it’ The Editor, My husband and I are not prone to protesting, trashing our city, causing damage, pushing our views on others who don’t agree, and yet we have voted in every election — municipal, provincial and federal — every year since we were of age. We have paid taxes all our lives, sometimes grumbling but basically realizing that is how the country is run.

We read the newspaper every day and watch various TV newscasts, and the more we see, the more frustrated we are that the management of our governments is slowly eroding.

I am writing to state my view on the already legally decided Kinder Morgan project. I am for it. I take offence when I see people illegally fighting against this project and not only keeping our province from benefit-

ing but adding to the taxpayers’ money grab with their antics.

The media also make these type of tactics look like that is how we are in B.C. Back east, they consider us tree huggers sitting around singing “Kumbaya,” with all the time in the world to protest, and think we are too strung out to think of the best interests of our country. Sadly, I am starting to wonder myself.

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Should cities and school boards get involved in providing daycare at schools?

That’s the question a Port Moody trustee would like answered in a notice of motion at Tuesday’s board of education meeting. “We don’t need to spend the money, we just need

But she may have trouble getting her motion passed and it’s unknown when it will be discussed.

Upcoming board meetings will be on budget issues only and the last time a motion was presented to strike up discussions between the board and their Tri-City council colleagues as well as provincial and federal counterparts on daycare, it was not passed.

At the time, it was decided the district didn’t have the ability and lacked information on the provincial government’s daycare plan.

In her motion — which has yet to be discussed by the board — Park asks for SD43 to look at the model used by Burnaby school district to get more daycares on school sites. In Burnaby, the district is working with city council to erect modular buildings to accommodate daycares for 100 children at school sites with $6 million in density bonus money from the city.

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PoCo store tops in dry grad cash Selling booze and raising bucks for charity are two things employees of the Westwood Centre BC Liquor Store branch do very well.

Once again, the store, at Westwood Street and Lougheed Highway in Port Coquitlam, has been singled out for fundraising after a press release from the BC Liquor Distribution Branch noted it was the top fundraiser for dry grad this year.

In fact, the store raised $9,881, with all funds going to dry grads in School District 43.

“We are so grateful to our customers for getting behind this year’s Support Dry Grad campaign to achieve such an amazing result,” store manager Sean McKenzie said in a press release.

“Providing opportunities for young people to enjoy alcoholfree graduation celebrations is

a great cause, and one that the team at Westwood Centre BC Liquor Store is proud to support.”

Organized by students, parents and schools, dry grad events allow students to celebrate graduation in a fun, alcohol-free environment. This year’s campaign supports dry grad committees at more than 270 high schools throughout the province. Examples of alcoholfree graduation events planned include dances, mock casino nights and karaoke contests.

This isn’t the first time the PoCo store has been singled out for its effort. Last summer, the Westwood Centre store raised the most money for B.C. wildfire relief, collecting $25,855 in just eight weeks — the most of any government liquor store. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com dstrandbergTC

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Catch PoMo popster Venegas on TV Sun. Port Moody tween popster Tyson Venegas is hitting the flat screen Sunday.

The 12-year-old crooner will be appearing on NBC’s Little Big Shots, which airs at 8 p.m.

The show, which is hosted by comedian Steve Harvey, features young performers and prodigies from around the world who sing, play music, blow soap bubbles, fly through the air on a trapeze or even astound with their acumen in arithmetic.

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What’s a spring weekend without rain in the weather forecast?

But that shouldn’t discourage you from getting out and about to enjoy the many activities being held across the Tri-Cities.

Friday, April 13 GUMBO MUSIC

Crossroads Hospice Coffeehouse presents the Soda Crackers at The Gathering Place, 1100-2253 Leigh Sq., PoCo. The Soda Crackers are steeped in rootsy rhythms, pan-fried in traditional country, then stewed in a gumbo of blues, jazz and western swing.

Doors open at 7 p.m.; admission: $5 at the door. Info: 604-9450606 or info@crossroadshospice.org.

KICK IT

The “Kickin’ It Country” fundraiser features a great dinner, great company, and great dance music, all to support the Coquitlam Foundation. There will also be live and silent auctions.

The event goes from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Centennial Pavillion, 620 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Tickets are $50. for more information go to www.coquitlamfoundation.com/upcoming-events.

Saturday, April 14 SPORTING SALE

Gleneagle secondary school is holding a garage sale to help KidSport BC that provides support for kids and families to be able to participate in sports. Leftover clothing that isn’t sold will be donated to Free Clothing BC. The sale runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1195 Lansdowne Dr., Coquitlam.

BOTTLE DRIVE

Scouts, Cubs and Beavers will be collecting bottles in Central Coquitlam from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The collection effort will be concentrated in the area bounded by Baker Drive to the east, Poirier to the west, Fresno to the north and Como Lake Avenue to the south. They will cover the areas farther west to Crestwood and to the south of Como Lake Avenue down to Foster only if they have time. They will not have pick-up on either Thermal or Como Lake Avenue due to traffic. Donations can also be dropped at the Scout Hall in Blue Mountain Park (northeast corner of Porter and Winslow) between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. Please remember: no milk/dairy containers or nut-based beverage containers or nonrefundable containers or garbage please.

GET SHREDDED

Eagle Ridge Bible Fellowship and Urban Impact are holding a shred-a-thon from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to raise money for 17 members of a youth group to travel to Houston, Tx., to help that city with its ongoing efforts to recover from Hurricane Harvey.

Documents for shredding can be brought to Eagle Ridge Bible Fellowship Church, 1160 Lansdowne Dr., Coquitlam. The suggested donation is $5 a grocery bag. For more information go to nextstepministries.com/houston-texas.

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The opening event of the Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival will be parked at Inlet Park in Port Moody from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The free event features more than 20 food truck with unique and diverse fare from Malaysian to bacon. There will also be artisan vendors, live entertainment and kids activities. Inlet Park is located on Murray Street. For more information, including

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A walk to enjoy the blossoming trees, like these ones at Port Moody city hall, is always an option in spring. But be sure to pack an umbrella as the gloomy, rainy weather shows no signs of abating. links to many of the participating food trucks, go to www.fvfoodtruckfestival.com

viduals and teams of 6 to 10 players. The master of ceremonies will be Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore. Admission is free.

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Sunday, April 15

Could the next big musical superstar be walking amongst us? You may find them at PoCo’s Got Talent, a variety show for all ages that is being held from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex. The event, organized by entertainer Toshi Jackson, features local acts from all ages, including musicians, singers, dancers and performers. The show will be held in the Wilson Centre Main Lounge. Tickets can be purchased in person at a city recreation facility, by calling 604-927-7529 or online at experienceit.ca. Tickets cost $5 for general admission (register using barcode 29206), $3.50 for Wilson Centre members (barcode 29318). Children under 5 are free (barcode 29319).

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Fancy something fresh for dinner tonight? The weekly Port Moody winter farmer’s market at the Port Moody recreation complex (300 Ioco Rd.) features local produce and artisanal food products as well as crafts both indoors and outside the main entrance.

The market runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and there’s no cost for admission. Visit makebakegrow.com

TOUR DE TREES

The Riverview Horticultural Centre Society invites you to a Spring Tree Tour on the Riverview Hospital grounds at 1p.m. Meet at the upper entrance of the Henry Esson Young Building. The event is free, but dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes as the ground can be uneven. For a site map visit www.rhcs.org or for more info call 604-290-9910.

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Learn to identify local city plants that are useful for food or fibre like stinging nettle, plantain, fireweed, English ivy, blackberry and lamb’s quarter during an interpretive walk that leaves from Mackin House (1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam) at 2 p.m. and returns by 3:30 p.m. You will learn what it means to forage and how you can harvest in a respectful manner. Register by calling 604-516-6151.

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Bring your family down to Kiddies’ Korner Preschool in Port Coquitlam April 21 for a day of activities during the Imagination Fair.

From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., attractions will include a PoCo fire truck, Menchie’s, the Fun Gymbus (formerly Vancouver Tumblebus), a springless trampoline, hourly 50/50 draws and a silent auction. As well, families can try face-painting, a cake walk, a balloon pop, as well as crafts for little ones.

All proceeds go to the preschool, located at 2211 Prairie Ave. Tickets are $2 at the door but families can save up to $7 by purchasing a ticket package through the Facebook event page www.facebook.com/events/148511845830658.

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New parents face a variety of challenges, including finding health care, daycare and a preschool.

As children get older, the issues get more complicated: Gow much screen time should they be allowed? Is sugary pop OK? And is an hour of athletic activity enough?

Fortunately for Tri-City parents, the answers will be all in one place next Thursday.

That’s when dozens of organizations will gather in Port Coquitlam to provide advice and information to families.

Organized by the Early Childhood Development (ECD) Committee, the annual Tri-Cities Healthy Kids Fair will be held at Hyde Creek rec centre, 1379 Laurier Ave., from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The fair is geared to families with children up to age six and this year’s theme is “Live 5-2-1-0,” a healthy living campaign to encourage parents to give their kids five fruits or vegetables a day while restricting screen time to two hours, encouraging one hour of activity a day and no drinks with added sugar.

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Tri-City students with a knack for science can start building their creations now for an upcoming event at the Coquitlam Public Library — but they had better act soon because the entry deadline is Monday.

Students can win prizes in the third annual Science Expo — a partnership between the library, Douglas College and School District 43. The event, open to students in Grades 4 to 12, will see participants compete May 10 at the library’s City Centre branch in four categories: elementary (Grades 4 and 5); middle (Grades 6 to 8); junior (Grades 9 and 10); and senior (Grades 11 and 12).

Individual and team entries are allowed but, to qualify, students must have a sponsoring teacher, and have submitted registration and consent forms by the April 16 deadline.

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Visitors to next Thursday’s Tri-Cities Healthy Kids Fair at Hyde Creek recreation centre in Port Coquitlam will get tips on healthy eating, restricting screen time and promoting exercise.

“We have information from lots of different organizations that will be there,” said Ann Johannes, event organizer, who said the 5-2-1-0 campaign is gaining interest from families looking to raise healthy kids.

This year’s event will include 30 interactive displays, including

a multicultural circle time, Terry Fox Library storytime and a play area. As well, healthy snacks will be provided by students in the Gleneagle secondary school culinary arts Program.

And families whose first languages are Cantonese, Mandarin, Korean and Farsi

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No bull: Ferdinand is screening for pro-D BOOKS PLUS Books Plus runs in The TriCity News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

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• Crafts and music for people with developmental challenges: Join librarian Teresa Rehman at the Poirier branch on the third Thursday of each month (9 to 11 a.m.) for fun, social interaction and light snacks. Registration is required for this free program. Sign up for one of the dates — April 19, May 17 and June 21 — by phoning the Help Desk at 604937-4141, or just drop in.

• Movie matinée: Ferdinand: For the April 20 pro-D day, take a break and watch the 2017 animated movie Ferdinand (synopsis: Ferdinand, a bull, is mistaken for a deadly beast and is torn from his home and taken far away, where, with a band of misfit friends, he makes a plan to escape and return home).

The movie is rated G and features the voices of John Cena

and Kate McKinnon. Priority seating will be given to schoolaged children; registration is not required. Screenings are at 1:30 p.m. both at the Poirier branch (Nancy Bennett Room) and the City Centre branch (Rooms 136 and 137).

• Teen poetry slam: At the City Centre branch on April 26, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., poets in Grades 8 to 12 are encouraged to perform an original poem in three minutes or less. Prizes for best performance will be $50, $30 and $20 for first, second and third place. Poets can register in advance by contacting librarian Chris Miller at 604-554-7339 or cmiller@ coqlibrary.ca. You can also

register at the door. Everyone is invited to drop in and watch the performances. Snacks and drinks will be served.

• Trivia Night 2018: Out of This World Party: Friday, April 20 at the Poirier branch, come dressed in your best out of this world or sci-fi T-shirts and enjoy a fun evening of questions with your friends and neighbours. Prizes and bragging rights for the winners, funniest wrong answer and table with the most “out of this world” spirit.

Proceeds will help support the Coquitlam Public Library’s children’s STEM programming using robotics and coding. Tickets: $25 each; tables of 6 or 8, if you come as a team. Tickets include door prizes, snacks, desserts and beverages. No-host bar sponsored by the Kinsmen. Tickets available at both library branches or call 604-937-4130.

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PORT MOODY • International Tabletop Day: Game on! Drop in to the library April 28th between 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. for an epic day of board game fun. Make new friends — and enemies — test out awardwinning tabletop games for all ages, and get tips from experts from Port Moody’s Village Toy Shop and Hourglass Comics and Games. Take your games night to the next level by trying out something new — just drop in.

• Women Wisdom: Join PoMo librarians on two Wednesdays, April 18 and May 16, from 7 to 8 p.m. to chat, play, share, connect and grow together. Women will be inspired and empowered, supported and understood, heard and seen. Connect with other women, make new friends, share your knowledge and experiences, and learn about others in your community in an inclusive, safe, fun environ-

ment. Call the library at 604469-4577 to register.

• Wills and estates: Tuesday, April 17 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in PMPL’s ParkLane Room, join lawyer Garrett Munroe to learn what you need to plan for the future.

This workshop will cover all the main documents needed for a personal estate plan (including power of attorney and representation agreements), and how one’s bank accounts, property and trusts should be structured. This program is presented in partnership with the People’s Law School.

Register by calling 604-4694577.

• Senior health matters: healthy aging: Join Dr. Fatma Taha April 19 from 2 to 3 p.m. for an informative and practical workshop on how to stay healthy as you age. Register for this program by calling 604-469-4577.

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• Earth Day: Seed Bomb Making: Head to Terry Fox Library and rescue your neglected planters and flower beds with a blast of colour.

Seed bombs are a quick and easy way to add pops of colour to your garden — no need to dig or till the soil. You can celebrate Earth Day and drop into the library to make your own seed bomb April 21, 2 to 4 p.m.

• Adult Learner Book Club: Make new friends, read interesting books and practise English in a fun environment at Terry Fox Library. Adults upgrading their reading skills or learning English are welcome to join on a drop-in basis. The club next meets April 20, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

For more information, visit www.fvrl.bc.ca or the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page. Terry Fox Library is located 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. Phone 604927-7999.

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e take many things for granted today, often not fully appreciating the amount of research, hard work or even the fascinating history behind some of our garden plants. Take the garden pea for example. Our parents and grandparents planted them but their history dates back a bit farther – pea seeds were found in an Egyptian tomb at Thebes.

Garden peas or Pisum sativum, are thought to have originated in the area around Pisa, Italy where they grew wild. The Greeks and Romans served boiled peas as a light refreshment during intermissions at their theatre presentations. It was a favourite early vegetable among Europeans and various cultures adapted legends about peas. In Britain, a pod containing nine peas was considered lucky. Peas were also used as one of the many cures for warts. Each wart was supposed to be touched with a pea, that was then wrapped in

paper and buried. As the pea decayed in the ground, the wart was supposed to disappear. In the language of flowers, the pea is a symbol of respect and it’s the birthday flower of February 17th. The garden pea we all know and enjoy today, was developed in England and was one of the first crops planted in the New World.

Garden peas are one of the most widely grown and most healthy of all garden vegetables.

They are rich in nutrients, containing phosphorus, potassium and vitamins A, B and C. Peas are high in carbohydrates but fortunately, low in calories. One cup of peas has only 45 calories.

They also contain nutritious amounts of fibre, folic acid, amino acids and protein.

Peas are a cool crop vegetable and as soon as all danger of heavy frost has passed, they

can be planted. In Scotland, peas were never sown until the first swallow appeared, while in England, an old ditty advises to “Sow beans and peas on David and Chad (March 1st and 2nd), be the weather good or bad”.

Although many good gardeners plant peas early, you can space the plantings out to enjoy peas right through the summer.

Peas prefer a well-drained, shallow, sandy soil that both dries out and warms up quickly.

They also like a new location in the garden each year, if possible. Peas do not thrive in acid soil and an application of Dolomite lime is essential for both peas and beans. Also, avoid using compost. Many seed companies are promoting the use of nitrogen inoculants with pea crops. These are simply granules of live nitrogenfixing bacteria. In general, they

improve the growth of peas and increase crop yields.

Peas should be planted about 2 inches deep and about 2 inches apart. For maximum space usage, plant in wide 3-foot rows, keeping each row about 18 inches apart. Raised beds are beneficial to many garden vegetables and peas are no exception. Soil levels, raised 6 to 8 inches above ground level, will raise the temperature of the soil from 8 to 13 degrees Fahrenheit.

There are a number of good pea varieties and it can take you several years to try them all. I’ve seen many old-timers grow beautiful crops of tall Telephone Peas on poles, which makes a fine garden feature but most of us simply don’t have enough room in a small garden.

‘Little Marvel’ is an old dwarf pea that requires very little staking. I think, however, that the best dwarf peas are the ‘Sugar Snap’ varieties. ‘Sugar Ann’, ‘Sugar Snap Pole’, ‘Super Sugar Snap’ and ‘Cascadia’ all have superb flavour. The great feature of these peas is the fact that you eat the pod and all and they never get bitter or old tasting.

Although peas are an early cool crop, this long cold spring has certainly delayed their start in many gardens. The good news is they can be planted now and with a bit of better weather they will grow quickly to provide you with their uniquely delicious flavour.

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• 5th Coquitlam Scouts, Cubs and Beavers will be collecting bottles in central Coquitlam, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (mainly in the area bounded by Baker Drive, Poirier, Fresno and Como Lake Avenue); no pick-ups on either Thermal or Como Lake Avenue due to traffic.

MONDAY, APRIL 16

• Tri-Cities Parkinson’s Support Group meeting, 10:30 a.m., Eagle Ridge United Church, 2813 Glen Dr., Coquitlam. Info: 604-931-7751.

• PoCo Heritage Writers’ Group meets, 10:30 a.m.-noon, PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives. Start capturing your life story for family and posterity. No preparation required; just bring a pen and paper, or your laptop.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18

• Singles Travel Club meets at 6 p.m. for dinner at ABC Restaurant, 300-100 Schoolhouse, Coquitlam. Club offers group tours for solo travellers – meet new friends, enjoy the security of group travel and avoid the costly single supplement. Presentation on trips available for 2018. Dinner RSVP: Val, 604-529-1552. Info: www.singlestravelclub.ca.

THURSDAY, APRIL 19

• Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets, noon-9:30 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion Branch 263, 1025 Ridgeway Ave., Coquitlam.

Info: 604-937-0836.

• Burke Mountain’s community group, North East Coquitlam Ratepayers, meet at 7 p.m., Victoria Hall, 3435 Victoria Dr. Speaker: Recently appointed Coquitlam Fire Chief Jim Ogloff will attend to meet the group and give an update on the commemorative plaque for the Burke Mountain Volunteer Fire Department that served the neighbourhood for more than 35 years. Regular business meeting will start shortly after 8 p.m.

• PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives AGM, 6:30 p.m. Join in celebrating PoCo Heritage’s 30th anniversary with some birthday cake.

FRIDAY, APRIL 20

• Tri-City Singles Social Club, which offers opportunities for 50+ singles to get together and enjoy a variety of fun activities, such as dining, dancing, theatre, travel, movies and more, meets, 7 p.m., Legion Manor, 2909 Hope St., Port Moody (street parking only). New members welcome.

Info: Darline, 604-466-0017.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21

• Kiddies Korner Preschool, a non-profit, parent-involvement preschool, hosts fundraising Imagination Fair, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 2211 Prairie Ave., PoCo;

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• Dogwood Garden Club meets, 7 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion, Coquitlam. Speaker: Pam Erickson of Erickson Daylilies and Perennials speaking on daylilies and hostas.

Everyone welcome. including PoCo fire truck, Menchie’s, the Fun Gymbus (formerly Vancouver Tumblebus), a springless trampoline, hourly 50/50 draws and silent auction, plus face-painting, a cake walk, a balloon pop, crafts for little ones and more. Tickets: $2 at the door but you can save up to $7 if you purchase a ticket package through at KKP’s Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/ events/148511845830658).

MONDAY, APRIL 23 • Tri-City Photo Club meets in the Drama Room at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., 7:30 p.m. – guests are always welcome. Feature: Wildlife and bird photography; the evening will be followed by a field trip to Reifel Bird Sanctuary.

Info: www.tricityphotoclub.ca.

TUESDAY, APRIL 24 • Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets, noon-3 p.m., Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam. Info: 604-525-0464.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25 • Pacific Digital Photography Club meets, 7:30 p.m., in the drama room at Port Moody secondary school – guests always welcome. Info and a listing of meetings and speakers: www. pdpc.ca.

SATURDAY, APRIL 28 • Archbishop Carney regional secondary school “Carney’s Got Talent” competition, auction and dinner, with PoCo Mayor Greg Moore as auctioneer, Global News reporter Jennifer Palma as MC. Tickets: $35. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m., 1335 Dominion Ave., PoCo. Info, tickets or to make a donation to the auction: 604-942-7465, carneyauction@ gmail.com or www.acrss.org.

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• PoCo Garden Club annual plant sale, 9 a.m.-noon, Trinity United Church, 2211 Prairie Ave., PoCo. All plants are healthy, hardy, and locally grown in members’ gardens, from herbs and edibles to annuals, perennials and shrubs.

Organic master gardeners will be on hand to provide free gardening advice. There will also be a bake sale, a raffle and a garden-themed yard sale, plus 50% off club membership when you spend $10 or more; 50% of plant sale proceeds go to University of the Fraser Valley horticultural program.

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NOTICES • Registration is open for 16th annual Hike for Hospice, to be held May 6, starting at Port Moody city hall, 100 Newport Dr. Info: 604-945-0606, info@ crossroadshospice.org or hike4hospice.ca.

• Tri-City Transitions Society has launched Parallel Parenting: Co-Parenting Stronger, a program focused on reducing conflict between divorced parents by dramatically altering the way parents communicate between themselves in front of their children. The program includes a series of four two-hour workshops led by professional mediation/facilitators, trained in family dynamics. The target for the workshops is parents in continuing conflict. Info: Carol, 604-941-7111 or info@tricitytransitions.com.

• Used books, CDs and DVDs wanted by Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary for fundraising sales.

These items may be dropped off by the back wall beside the bookcase located outside of the gift shop (main lobby area) at ERH. • Parent Support Services Society of BC is looking for volunteer facilitators for its support groups. PSSSBC runs self-help circles located throughout the Lower Mainland and is searching for professional and supportive individuals to assist grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. Info: samrah. mian@parentsupportbc.ca.

• Are you a new immigrant?

Do you have questions, concerns and/or need help? Call RCCG Trinity Chapel at 604-4743131 on Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., or leave a message and someone will get back to you. The church can help or direct you to places where you could receive help.

• RCCG Trinity Chapel is opening a food bank for individuals and families in need and appreciates gifts and support. If you are able to donate non-perishable food items, call 604-474-3131 or email rccgtrinitychapeloffice@gmail.com.

• A group of elders who focus on working with youth within School District 43 welcomes anyone who has knowledge they want to share or who just wants to be involved. Group meets Fridays, 11 a.m., Wilson Centre, PoCo. Info: Carole, 604-376-6205 or Claudia, 604525-8163, or email: thestorytellingelders@gmail.com.

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TC CALENDAR continued from page 30 • Tri-City Transitions is hosting Learning to Be the Best I Can Be, an ongoing peer support group for women who have experienced abuse or family conflict. Topics include: the impact of abuse, self-esteem, communication, listening skills and more, including ideas suggested by participants For more information or registration, call 604-941-6311.

• Tri-City Transitions’ free Children Who Witness Abuse Program provides individual and group counselling for children ages 3 through 18 who have lived in a family where they have been witness to physical, emotional, mental or verbal abuse.

Through support, education and counselling children will have the opportunity to heal the emotional wounds of relationship violence, build self-esteem and to stop the intergenerational cycle of abuse. Info: 604-941-7111.

• Registration is ongoing for boys and girls for the 5th Coquitlam Scouting group for the Beaver Colony (K–Grade 2), Cub Pack (Grades 3–5) and Scout Troop (Grades 6–8). This Scouting group meets at Baker Drive elementary school, 885 Baker Dr., Coquitlam. Info: casanna@shaw.ca.

• Girl Guides takes registrations on an ongoing basis for Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, Rangers and adult women volunteers. Training and mentoring available for new volunteers. Info: www.girlguides.ca or call 1-800-565-8111.

• Kiddies Korner Pre-school still has spaces available. Info: 604-941-4919 or info@kkp.ca.

• Tri-City Transitions is offering groups for both parents and children who are going through separation and divorce. Groups will help children cope with this confusing time and understand their feelings. Info: Kathy, 604941-7111, Ext. 106.

CLUBS

• Tri-Cities Women’s Friendship Club is an active social group for mature women.

Info: irene525@telus.net.

• The Club Port Moody, a gathering place for those over 50 at 101 Noons Creek Dr., hosts a number of regular events, including: crocinole, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.; knitting, Tuesdays, 1-2:30 p.m.; cribbage, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon; ukelele group, Wednesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Info: theclubportmoody.com.

• Pacific Digital Photography Club meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, 7:30 p.m., in the drama room at Port Moody secondary school. Guests always welcome.

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TWO TRI-CITY SINGLES GROUPS • The Circle of Friends, a social group for 50+ singles looking to meet new friends and participate in social events such as walking, dancing, dining out, travel, theatre, etc., meets on the third Friday of each month at PoCo Legion, 133–2675 Shaughnessy St., 7 p.m., to plan events. Info: Nina, 604-9419032.

• The Tri-City Singles Social Club offers an opportunity for 50+ singles to get together and enjoy fun activities such as dining, dancing, theatre, travel, movies and more. Meetings are normally held on the third Friday of each month, excluding December, 7 p.m., at the Legion Manor, 2909 Hope St., Port Moody (on-street parking only). New members are welcome. Info: Darline, 604-466-0017. info on PDPC and for a listing of club meeting dates and speakers.

• Coquitlam Gogos meet the third Wednesday of each month at Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam, 1-3 p.m. Gogos raise awareness and money for African grandmothers caring for children orphaned by AIDS by supporting the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. New members are welcome. Info: coquitlamgogos@ gmail.com.

• Canadian Council of the Blind Dogwood Chapter meets weekly on Thursdays, 12:30-2:30 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam). Info: whitecane@shaw.ca.

• Shoreline Writers’ Society meets, 1 p.m., on the third Sunday of every month at Port Moody Arts Centre, 2425 St. Johns St. New members welcome. Info: Helmi, 604-4628942.

• Apex Netball Club is held Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hillcrest middle school, 2161 Regan Ave., Coquitlam for women and girls of all ages.

Beginners welcome. Info: Nicole, 778-240-8247 or nicmurphy26@ gmail.com.

• Rotary Club of PoCo Centennial meets Thursdays, 4:15 p.m., Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave., PoCo; new members welcome. Info: Barrie, barrie@ barrieseaton.com or 604-9456627.

• Fraser Pacific Rose Society meets last Tuesday of each month except August and December, 7 p.m. Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. Everyone welcome.

• PoCo Lions Club meets first and third Tuesdays of each month, 7 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion 133, 2675 Shaughnessy St., PoCo. New members welcome. Info:: Gord, 604-941-5140 or pzcgrg@shaw.ca.

• Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise meets Tuesdays, 7:15 a.m., City Centre Aquatic Complex, 1210 Pinetree Way,

Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-464-7706.

• PoMo Men’s 55-plus Curling League is looking for players who would like to curl regularly or as a spare; league runs Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: Tony, 604461-5901 or Bill, 604-464-1051.

• Tri-City Photography Club meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month (except holidays) at 7:30 p.m. at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., PoMo. The club is a great way to hone your skills and meet other photographers of all levels, and has photography outings throughout the Lower Mainland. Info: www.tricityphoto. ca.

• Coquitlam Lawn Bowling Club is looking for new members. The bowling green and clubhouse are next door to Dogwood Pavilion and rose garden, located at 624 Poirier St. Membership is $90 per year and includes use of practice bowls, exercise, clean air, sunshine and friendship. Info: Dennis or Flo, 604-945-2768.

• Euchre Club meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St., PoCo. Info: Bev, 604-942-8911.

• Friends of Coquitlam Public Library meet on the second Saturday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the boardroom, Poirier Branch. Info: 604-937-4130.

• Morningside Toastmasters meetings are held Thursdays, 7-8:30 a.m., at Burkeview Family Funeral Home, 1340 Dominion Ave., PoCo. Club is looking for new members who are committed to improving their public speaking, leadership and communication skills. Info: lindakozina@gmail.com or www. morningsidetoastmasters.ca.

• Dogwood Photography Group meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month, 7-9 p.m., at Dogwood Pavilion. Club members must be members of Dogwood Pavilion; professionals and novices alike are welcome.

Info: Arcadia, 604-936-2263 or artistarcadi@gmail.com.

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Are you a victim of noise-induced hearing loss?

Dr Ted Venema

Audiologist/Teaching Professor

What is noise-induced hearing loss? What noise have you been exposed to?

What are the causes? And how do you The ringing in the ears after a rock concert or exposure to other damaging noise levels is treat a noise-induced hearing loss?

Studies show that elderly people in less-developed countries have better hearing than their counterparts in Canada, because they haven’t been exposed to as much noise pollution. But younger people everywhere in today’s noisy world are at risk from NIHL, especially when not wearing hearing protection while working with loud machinery or listening to loud music (especially while wearing headphones).

Sound intensity is measured in decibels of hearing level (dB HL). A whisper is about 30 to 40dB HL, normal speech is about 50-60dB HL, and shouting is about 80 to 90dB HL. Lawnmowers and loud music in confined spaces are about 90 to 95dB HL, circular saws and jack hammers are about 100 to 110dB HL, and a screaming jet engine is about 120dB HL. Two things to consider here are the noise intensity and the length of exposure to it. Generally, the louder the sounds, the shorter the time those sounds can be tolerated without causing permanent NIHL. For example, 80dB HL might be tolerated in an 8-hour work day. But each time the noise level is increased by 5dB, the time exposure sufficient to cause NIHL will be cut in half.

a strong warning of permanent NIHL risk.

The tiny hair cells inside the inner ear, or cochlea, are bent by incoming sound. When too much loud noise blasts and flattens those hairs cells, the message to the brain will be that it is hearing a sound when there is no sound.

Over time, the hairs will stand up again as the ringing goes away, but if exposed to loud noise over and over again, those hair cells will become irreparably ‘flattened’ and damaged.

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After age-related hearing loss (Presbycusis), noiseinduced hearing loss (NIHL) is the 2nd most common cause of hearing loss and affects both young and old. A noise-induced hearing loss is a permanent hearing loss caused by prolonged exposure to high levels of noise. Hearing deteriorates gradually from the noise exposure.

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The natural resonance of the outer ear and ear canal is caused precisely by the unique shape of the outer ear and the length of the ear canal. With normal hearing, softer high-pitched consonant sounds of speech are naturally increased in loudness so as to be better-heard. Excessive noise, however, causes a mirror image of this unique resonance, as can be seen by the shape on the audiogram. While NIHL is entirely preventable, the sad thing is that it is permanent.

The good news is that a hearing loss can be treated with today’s digital and incredibly discrete hearing devices. If you suspect that you may be suffering from noise induced hearing loss, contact NexGen Hearing for a free, no obligation hearing test at nexgenhearing.com.

In fact your hearing aids may be covered by WorkSafeBC and WCB networks, and other third part coverage providers such as; VAC, BCEA, and NHIB. Dr Ted Venema earned a BA in Philosophy at Calvin College and an MA in Audiology at Western Washington University. After working for three years as a clinical Audiologist at The Canadian Hearing Society in Toronto, he went back to school and completed a PhD in Audiology at the University of Oklahoma. He was an Assistant Professor at Auburn University in Alabama. In 2017, Ted began teaching in the new Hearing Instrument Practitioner program at Douglas College in Coquitlam BC. He continues to give presentations on hearing, hearing loss and hearing aids.

Wish you knew then what you know now?

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TRI-CITY SENIORS, ARE YOU LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO? Below are listings from the Seniors category of The Tri-City News’ Community Calendar:

n The Club Port Moody, a gathering place for those over 50 at 101 Noons Creek Dr., hosts a number of regular events, including: crocinole, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.; knitting, Tuesdays, 1-2:30 p.m.; cribbage, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.noon; ukelele group, Wednesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Info: theclubportmoody.com. n Bingo at Dogwood Pavilion, 12:45 p.m., every Friday (except holidays and in July and August). Info: 604-927-6098. n Coquitlam 50+ (Glen Pine and Dogwood pavilions) slo-pitch ball club is looking for man 55 and older and women 50 and older from the Tri-Cities to play ball. It is not necessary to have participated in organized ball in your past life, just have some knowledge of the game and an ability to make it around the bases. Teams play at Town Centre and Mundy parks; practices and games are held Tuesday and Thursday mornings, and the season begins as weather permits. Info: Len, 604-941-0081 or lenraili@shaw.ca; or Phil, 604-931-5498 or pjbd2@hotmail.com. n Dogwood Drama Club meets Mondays and Thursdays, 1-3:30 p.m., Dogwood

Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. New members are always welcome for acting roles or crew. Info: Darlene, 604-937-3536.

are interested in participating in a caregiver support group should call Dorothy Leclair at 604-298-0780.

n Minds in Motion, a fitness and social program for people with early-stage Alzheimer’s and a care partner hosted, by Alzheimer Society of B.C., runs Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Cost: $38 per pair/8 weeks.

Register in person or call 604-927-6098.

n Seniors meet every Friday, 12:30-2:30 p.m., to do fun group activities including physical fitness exercises, games, storytelling, local tours and recipe sharing. All women and men 50 or older are welcome at Share Family and Community Services’ Mountain View Family Resource Centre, 699 Robinson St., Coquitlam (corner of Smith Avenue and Robinson Street). Info: Gina, 604-937-6970.

n Stroke Recovery Association of BC, Coquitlam branch at Dogwood Pavilion invites people recovering from stroke and their caregivers most Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. for speech therapy, exercise, indoor bocce, music, dance, games, speakers, outings, fun and friendship, 624 Poirier St. (enter off Winslow Avenue). Info: Margaret, 604-9276093 or mhansen@coquitlam.ca. n Dogwood Songsters meet every Monday, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Dogwood Pavilion; group also visits and entertains at seniors’ facilities weekly. If you love to sing, you can join. Info: 778-285-4873 or 604-464-2252. n Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to seniors’ concerns. Seniors’ organizations and others interested in joining, call Ernie, 604576-9734, or email tsn@shaw.ca. n The Alzheimer Society of BC has two active support groups in the Tri-Cities.

One meets on the second Wednesday of each month, the other meets on the last Wednesday of each month. People who

Show off or sell stuff at bazaar Do you have a special collection you would like to show off?

You can display your dolls, comics, coins, stamps, sport cards and more at the spring bazaar Sunday, May 6 at Coquitlam’s Glen Pine Pavilion.

The bazaar will include a flea market outside on Spirit Square from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and a collectibles showcase indoors in the great room from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

Treasured items like art, antiques/ memorabilia and work from the Glen Pine Crafts group will be on display indoors while the flea market is for vendors interested in selling gently used clothes, housewares, books, toys and more.

Tables for the flea market or collectibles showcase can be rented for $13.75 and are assigned at the time of registration. To book a table, call 604-927-4386 or sign up online at www.coquitlam.ca/signmeup (search “spring bazaar”).

Admission to the event is free, and the whole community is invited. Glen Pine Pavilion is located at 1200 Glen Pine Crt. For more information, visit www.coquitlam.ca/glenpine or call 604-927-6940.

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Softball a hit for PoMo player’s heritage Indigenous Games helped Hunter Lang connect with her community MARIO BARTEL

THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Hunter Lang has always had pride of position on the softball diamond.

Now the Port Moody teen’s place on the pitcher’s rubber or alongside second base comes with pride of her heritage.

Lang, a 16-year-old Grade 11 student at Port Moody secondary school, was recently honoured with a Premier’s award for Aboriginal youth excellence in sport. She and 11 other young First Nations athletes received their awards at a ceremony during the Gathering Our Voices youth conference at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel in Richmond.

Lang’s background is Chinese on her mother’s side and Ts’kw’aylaxw on her father’s side, but until she played for Team BC in the U16 softball competition at last summer’s North American Indigenous Games in Toronto, she considered herself “just a kid.”

That experience of living and competing with First Nations players from other parts of the province and the continent helped Lang learn more about her own cultural background.

“It was cool,” she said.

Lang was a reluctant softballer when she took up the

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Hunter Lang demonstrates how to lay down a bunt at Coquitlam’s Mundy Park. The Port Moody teen was recently honoured with a Premier’s Award for her contribution to Aboriginal sport. sport, playing house league in Port Moody when she was six.

“I hated it,” she said. “I was bored and I had an attitude.”

Getting hit in the ribcage by the ball sealed her enmity.

“I was afraid of the ball,” Lang said.

But her dad, Jay, wasn’t

about to let Lang give up.

Instead, he doubled down and signed her up for rep ball in Coquitlam. A longtime athlete who’d played fastball, soccer and baseball, he figured the more competitive environment and rigorous coaching would motivate his daughter.

“They learn so much, so fast,” he said. “It’s more engaging.”

To help Lang overcome her fear of the ball, he outfitted her with a protective pad and lobbed tennis balls in her direction.

Jay’s strategy worked. Lang’s

disdain turned to passion.

She loved the atmosphere of her competitive team and their rousing cheers like: Hit the ball and Run, run, run All the way to Mexico, Tokyo, Pluto Rah, rah, rah,

We can hit a home run, so Hah, hah, hah.

But most importantly, Lang thrived under the firmer hand of her coaches.

“It toughened me up,” she said.

A connection with former NCAA player Joni Frei led Lang to sign up for an intensive training camp in Kelowna with Frei’s Beyond the White Lines softball academy.

“She’s charismatic,” Lang said of Frei, who also coached at the college and international levels. “Players love playing for her and she makes players want to work harder.”

Last year, Lang led her Coquitlam Classics team to a silver medal at the U18B provincial softball championships.

She also received an award from the Coquitlam Minor Softball Association for exemplary character and community service.

But with her experience at the Indigenous Games still resonating, Lang said she’s hoping to take the character aspect of her game to a whole new level.

“I’m taking it on as a responsibility,” Land said of her newfound appreciation for her First Nations’ heritage. “I want to try to be a role model.”

Lang said she wants to show other First Nations youth the opportunity sport can bring to learn about themselves and their community.

“I’ve learned how to work hard, not give up and shake it off,” she said. “Sport teaches people a lot of things they sometimes don’t take the time to learn.” mbartel@tricitynews.com @mbartelTC

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Port Coquitlam’s Alia Stachoski started her pitching career with the SFU Clan as a walk-on and she now has the team’s seventh most wins, and the more than 461 innings she’s pitched are fourth best.

SFU SOFTBALL

Stachoski pitches loss Alia Stachoski may want to forget her last home game for the SFU Clan women’s softball team. The senior pitcher from Port Coquitlam was rocked for 16 hits and eight runs Monday in an 8-7 extra-innings loss in the second game of a doubleheader to Central Washington at Beedie Field in Burnaby.

The Clan also lost the first game, 5-1.

Stachoski threw nearly 200 pitches in the nine inning game that was tied 6-6 after seven innings.

In the top of the ninth,

Stachoski gave up a lead-off single to Central Washington’s Bethany Balucan, who then advanced to second on a wild pitch. The next Wildcats’ batter, Rachel Johnson, reached base on an error and Balucan made it to third. Johnson stole second and then both runners scored when Savannah Egbert singled.

The Clan got one of those runs back in their half of the inning but it wasn’t enough to prevent Stachoski’s record from dropping to 9-9.

Stachoski had earned her

Rotary

ninth win of the season last Friday when she pitched the Clan to a 10-7 win in the first game of a doubleheader against Saint Martin’s University, also at Beedie Field. The Saints won the second game 6-4.

The weekend’s results drop the Clan’s Great Northwest Athletic conference record to 10 wins and 10 losses as the team embarks on eight straight road games, beginning April 21, to finish the season.

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Taylor Kristmanson of the TAG gymnastics club competes on the beam at the 2018 provincial gymnastics championships held at the PoCo Rec Centre last weekend. She finished fourth in the event and ninth overall in her age category. Artistic and trampoline gymnasts, including several from local clubs like TAG, Aviva and Omega, competed at the three-day event.

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The Rotary Club of Coquitlam’s 2nd Annual Sports Dinner raised funds to support Canucks Autism Network’s local programs and to provide playground equipment for Mountain View Park. President Andrea Guiler and all members of the Rotary Club of Coquitlam thank the wonderful volunteers of CAN who worked alongside our own volunteers to make the evening a success.

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BROLESE, Clara Anita (nee Thiess) October 20, 1935 - March 25, 2018

COOKE, Muriel Jean (Fitzpatrick) January 19, 1932 - February 26, 2018

With deep sadness we announce the passing of Muriel, age 86. Muriel was born and grew up in New Westminster. She became a teacher and counsellor, and spent most of her career working in the Coquitlam School District.

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A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Queens Avenue United Church, 6th Street & Queens Ave, New Westminster, BC at 1:00 pm on Saturday, April 21. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice.

Born October 20, 1935 in Mission, British Columbia she passed away peacefully on March 25, 2018 in Eagleridge Hospital, Coquitlam, British Columbia.

Loved and missed by her husband Danilo, son Peter and daughter-in-law Sharon. Clara grew up in Silverdale, raised by her Uncle Otto Theiss and grandmother Emilie Theiss. Clara was a lifelong employee of British Columbia Hydro and was always interested in her local community, active in many civic organizations.

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 pm on April 21st, 2018 at Burquitlam Funeral Home. 625 North Road, Coquitlam.

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She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Joan (John). Predeceased by her beloved husband, J. R. Alexander Hynes in 1987. Grace will be dearly missed by her grandchildren; Karen, Reid (Heather), and Jim, as well as her great-grandchildren; Michael (Lara) and Christine. Born in Holtville, New Brunswick, Grace was so proud of her maritime heritage. Grace lived in both Hartland and Woodstock, N.B. Grace worked at Maclean Hunter in Toronto for 30 years.

She was a devoted member of both Kingston Road United Church in Toronto and Trinity United Church in Port Coquitlam. In 1997, Grace moved to B.C. to live close to family.

The family wishes to thank Reverend D. Cathcart and the church for their support during this difficult time. The family wishes to thank all of the kind and caring staff at Maple Ridge Seniors Village.

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It is with sad hearts we announce that Celia left us on April 1, 2018 to be reunited with her husband of 55 years Bill, and their beloved son Brent.

Celia was born in Brilliant, BC to Anne and Peter Zoopkow. Soon after they settled in Glendon, AB, and it is there where Celia spent most of her childhood along with siblings Peter, Mary, Vivian and Ruby. Her homestead still stands today, a true testament of the family’s strength and resilience.

In 1953 Celia married the love of her life Bill, and they spent time in Fort McMurray and Edmonton before relocating to Port Coquitlam in 1969 where they raised their children Brent and Pam, and Celia was a long term employee at the District of Coquitlam in the payroll department. Family was the most important thing to Celia. So many friends and memories were made through traveling to Brent’s many hockey tournaments, and Pam’s years in ringette and fastball. When the family wasn’t at the ice rink or at the ball park, they would be out camping, the favourite spot being at Cultus Lake. Celia was her happiest when surrounded by her family. She was a selfless, generous sweet soul, taking very little time for herself, and always putting her children first.

In 1997 Bill and Celia moved to 100 Mile House to anxiously await the birth of their first grandchild, and it was here that she remained until her death enjoying the wonders of Grandmotherhood. Her grandchildren were so blessed to have such a special relationship with their Grandma.

Celia is survived by her sister Mary Odowichuk, daughter Pam Easton, son in law Scott Easton, granddaughters Megan (Keaton) and Karlie Easton and grandson Adam Sandulac. She was also loved by numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

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APARTMENTS/ CONDOS FOR RENT 2 BDRM 1 Bath Coquitlam 15th floor, bright w/balcony.

Near skytrain, W/D, underground parking & storage.

Small pets ok. Avail May 1 $1750/mth 604.773.7398

VILLA MARGARETA

320-9th St, New West Suites Available.

All suites have balconies, Underground parking avail.

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

GARDEN VILLA

1010 6th Ave. New West.

Suites Available.

Beautiful atrium with fountain. By shops, college & transit.

Pets negotiable. Ref req.

CALL 604 715-7764 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

102-120 Agnes St, New West .

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DALL’ANTONIA CONCRETE Seniors discount. Friendly, family business, 40+ yrs. 604-240-3408

DRAINAGE DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water,

Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating, Concrete Cutting, Rootering, WET BSMT MADE DRY

604.782.4322

DRYWALL COMPLETE DRYWALL Renovations: Residential/Commercial Repairs/Ceiling Repairs Texture Removal Reasonable Rates All work guaranteed Call 604.363.9732

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

ELECTRICAL

BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

SKYLINE TOWERS

NO JOB TOO small!

Serving Lower Mainland 26 Yrs! •Prepare •Form •Place •Finish •Granite/Interlock Block Walls & Bricks •Driveways •Stairs •Exposed Aggregate •Stamped Concrete •Sod Placement Excellent Refs•WCB Insured 604-657-2375/604-462-8620

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.

CALL 604 525-2122

BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

Electrical Installations Renos & Repairs. BBB Member.

www.nrgelectric.ca

604-520-9922

All Electrical, Low Cost.

Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos, Panel changes. (604)374-0062 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call.

Lic#89402.

Fast same day service.

Insured. Guar’d. We love small jobs. 604-568-1899

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PAINTING/ WALLPAPER

LANDSCAPING

D&M PAINTING

#1 Backhoes & Excavators Trenchless Waterlines Bobcats & Dump Truck & All Material Deliveries

604-341-4446

• House Demolition & • House Stripping. • Excavation & Drainage. • Demo Trailer & • End Dump Services.

Disposal King Ltd.

604-306-8599

www.disposalking.com

FLOORING

GUTTERS

HANDYPERSON

LAWN & GARDEN

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Gardening & Landscaping

Spring Clean-up

•Aerate •Power Rake •Lime Chaefer Beetle Repair New Lawn; Plant & Install • Prune •Hedges •Trimming •POWER WASH •GUTTERS •Concrete & Repairs; Walls Sidewalk, Driveway, Patios WCB & Fully insured.

All Work Guar. Free Est.

Donny 604-600-6049 .

ABSOLUTE BOBCAT & EXCAVATING LTD .

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• All Bobcat / Mini-X Service • Small Hauls ~ Pickup / Delivery

Lawn Removal & Chafer Beetle Solutions!

• Concrete & Asphalt RYAN • 604-329-7792

THAI’S

Gardening Team

Power Rake, Aerate, Lime New Lawns, Reseed, Cuts, • Power Wash • Concrete • Rock, Gravel, Pavers • Hedging & Trimming All Garden Work & Maint.

778-680-5352

604-724-3832

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LANDSCAPING Greenworx Redevelopment Inc. Paver stones, Hedges driveways/patios, ponds & walls, returfing, demos, yard/perimeter drainage, jack hammering. Old pools filled in, concrete cutting.

604.782.4322

Aeration, Power Rake, Repairs Hydroseeding, Landscaping, Property Maintenance, New Turf, Quality Seed, Pressure Washing, Bobcat Service, Hedges/Trees Pruning Fences, Retaining Walls, Paving Stones, Home/Business Reno’s, Drainage/Gutters, Delivery Service.

Fully Insured • Free Estimate RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, STRATA

604.202.1956

www.lawnsnmore.ca

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

Clean-up. Junk.604-319-5302

PEACE ARCH GARDENING Lawn, maintenance, weeding, pruning, trimming, p/raking, aeration. WCB 604-345-4701

Landscaping Lawn & Garden Services • Spring Clean-up • Chaefer Beetle Repair •Lime •Moss •Aeration •Weeding •Top Soil •Mulch • Hedge/Tree Trim/Pruning

PAVING/SEAL COATING THE LAWN BUTCHER Only Prime Cuts will Do! Call Jim • 778-839-6250

MOVING

MICHAEL

22 years Experience Fully Ins’d. Lic’d & WCB • Lawn Cut • Power Rake • New Sod & Seeding • Tree Topping & Trimming • Planting • Cleanup & More All work guaranteed Free Estimates

METRO Blacktop Co. Ltd. New & Old Driveways.

Repairs • 604-657-9936 www.metroblacktop.ca

PLUMBING

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ABE MOVING & Delivery & Rubbish Removal $30/HR per Person• 24/7. 604-999-6020

604-729-8502

Gardening & Landscaping

GREEN THUMB

EAST WEST MOVERS 24/7. Reasonable. Reliable.

James • 604-786-7977

IVY GREEN YARD SERVICE Spring cleanup, lawn/yard maintenance, hedge trims, CALL Cal 604-992-4633

MASTER CARPENTER •Finishing•Doors•Mouldings •Decks•Renos•Repairs

Emil: 778-773-1407

SUN DECKS

ROOFING

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SPRING CLEAN-UP

Residential / Commercial • Respectful • Responsible • Reliable • Affordable Rates All Rubbish, Junk & Recycling needs.

Johnson • 778-999-2803 reddyrubbishremoval.com

TREE SERVICES

TREE BROTHERS

All kinds of roofing Re-roof, new roof & repairs. Shingle & torch-on Free Estimates 778-878-2617 604-781-2094

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

Jerry • 604-500-2163

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DISPOSAL BINS starting at $229 plus dump fees. Call Disposal King 604-306-8599

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ROOFING A1 TOP CANADIAN ROOFING LTD.

SPECIALIST

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D & M Renovations.

Flooring, tiling, finishing.

Fully Insured. Top quality, quick work, 604-724-3832

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

A-1 Contracting. Bsmt, bath, kitchen cabinets, tiling, painting, decks and more.

Call Dhillon, 604-782-1936

AUTOMOTIVE SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

SPORTS & IMPORTS

SPORTS & IMPORTS

2016 Jetta Sport 5sp TSi 2015 XC60 Premium Volvo 2007 Ranger p/up *102Kms! 2007 Outlander XLS V6 AWD 2006 Tacoma Pre-Runner pu

Auto Depot 604-727-3111

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Call Jag at:

778-892-1530

2012 VW Jetta *58Km $9450 2012 IQ Scion auto 4pass 2008 Honda FIT Hatch 5spd 2005 Honda Civic “SI� auto 2002 Honda Civic auto sedan

Auto Depot 604-727-3111

2017 LEXUS F-Sport RX350 2009 BMW X-5 Premium V6 3.0 2007 JEEP Compass AWD LTD 2007 AUDI A4 Quattro Top Trim 2006 SOLARA convert SLE

Auto Depot 604-727-3111

Residential & Commercial Interior & Exterior Specialist

RUBBISH REMOVAL

PAINTING/ WALLPAPER

Call 604-240-7594 Craig 604-942-5591

“Award Winning Renovations�

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

All work guaranteed. Frank

604-728-3009

To advertise call

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RENOS & HOME IMPROVEMENT

PATIOS

HOME SERVICES

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

John • 778-867-8785 coquitlamlandscaping.ca

ARDEKA GARDENERS Power Rake, Lawn Care, Prune, Clean-ups • 604-876-8086

Interior / Exterior Specialist Many Years Experience Fully Insured Top Quality, Quick Work Free estimate

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Drainage, Video

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

CALL THE EXPERTS

37Years of Experience

info@jkbconstruction.com www.jkbconstruction.com

604-630-3300

2014 TESLA E/V in RAV4 Electric Tesla engine/tranny Factory Combo Toyota/Tesla 2008 Land Rover LR2 $9999 2008 Escape XLT AWD V6

Auto Depot 604-727-3111

$2950 Hyundai Accent 2003 $2950 Ford Focus auto 2005 $3950 Durango SLT V8 2001 $4950 Mustang Convert 2001 $4850 Toyota Highlander 2001

Auto Depot 604-727-3111

A40 FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2018, TRI-CITY NEWS

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Chiu Chow Special Duck - Whole

New Pacific Supermarket Large White Prawn

潮州鹵水鴨

99 18..99

$

Effective from April 13-16, 2018

Fried Fish Balls 炸魚蛋

椰菜花

芥蘭苗

釋迦 (番荔枝)

Head-on 30/40

Cauliflower

Gai-Lan Miu

Custard Apples

/EA /EA.

冰鮮南美有頭大白蝦

$

4.99

$

/LB

Korean Lo Bok 韓國蘿蔔

4.99

2 for$5.00

1.99

$

/LB

Mini Cucumbers

/EA

/LB

Pork Belly

Chicken Drumsticks

迷你青瓜

五花腩

-5 LB and up

雞脾仔(五磅或以上)

17.99

$

/BAG

Lotte Choco Pie-Original/Cacao 336g 樂天巧克力批-原味/可可

$

2.39

Sunrise Soyganic Smoked Tofu 210g

日昇有機煙燻豆乾 $

2.59

Searay Silver Fish 2x200g 海威白飯魚

2 for$5.59 /EA.

$

5.29

JOY Dumpling 800g - 4 selections

八道蘆薈寶-四款

2.59 /EA

Sunrise Homemade Style Fried Tofu 360g 日昇家常豆腐角

2.29 /EA

Searay Jack Mackerel 海威馬鮫魚

$

2.79 /LB

喜樂水餃/餃子 -四款

2 for$9.99 Superior 5 Spice Flav Pressed Tofu 250g 頂好五香豆乾

2.39

3.99 /LB

/EA

2.99 /EA

Superior Smooth Pressed Tofu 250g 頂好滑豆干

$

/EA

Beef Honeycomb Tripe 金錢肚 (牛肚)

$

5.49

CRD Frozen Noodle (Udon) ＣＲＤ讚岐烏冬 $

/EA.

$

MYS Black Sesame Powder 400g 馬玉山黑芝麻粉 $

/EA

1.5L - 4 selections

$

/EA

/EA

Paldo Aloe Drink

$

/EA

1.59

Apisun 古巴蜜糖

1.89 /EA

Beef Shank Silver Meat 金錢腱

5.99

$

Largest Selection of Locally Grown Vegetables From Our Own Farm!

604.552.6108

/LB

(Located in Henderson Mall)

Offers valid from April 13-16, 2018. Quantities and /or selection of items may be limited and may not be available in store, no rain check or substitution. Advertised prices and product selection may vary by store, New Pacific Supermarket reserves the right to limit quantities, descriptions take precedence over photos. We reserve the right to correct any unintentional errors that may occur in the copy or illustrations.

Glen Dr

Northern Ave COQUITLAM CENTRE

Unit 1056, 1163 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam

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Westwood St

金梅鎮江香醋

4.99

Heffley Crescent

牛頭牌泰國特選香米

Apisun Cuban Honey 500g

$

/LB

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Gold Plum Chin Kiang Vinegar 600g

1.49

$

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7.5KG

$

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OX Head Thai Scented Rice

1.29

49¢

/LB

The High St

.99 6.99

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