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Sculptor Xin Meng believes our lives are written on our faces. Some of his works will be on display at Douglas College.

Audrey’s getting her garden back Last plant sale for long-time organizer Audrey Barnes Mario Bartel photo@newwestnewsleader.com

Sometime in the evening of May 5, Audrey Barnes gets her garden back. For good. That’s when the last of about 6,000 plants will be transported to the New Westminster Armoury for the Horticultural Society’s annual giant plant sale which is being held the next day. It will be the last sale of its kind. After 15 springs of giving over her entire garden, garage, part of her lane and back deck to the primulas, roses, shrubs, trees, lungworts and hellebores grown and donated by members of the society to be sold as their biggest fundraiser of the year, Barnes is retiring. So she can reclaim her own garden. And her life. From its humble beginnings when gardeners brought their young plants to a central location to be sold willy-nilly, the garden sale has grown into one of the largest of its kind in the Lower Mainland, and a logistical and organizational chore that consumes much of Barnes’ time from the day after the annual sale to the morning of the next one. As a result, other chores have been left wanting. Her Upper Glenbrooke neighbourhood home is in need of a paint job, the garage needs work and her own garden tends to run amok. All will get her attention once the last toad lily is carried out of the armoury on May 6. Until then, there’s a lot of work still to be done. The cool, damp spring has meant a slow start for most gardeners, so Barnes’ back garden isn’t as choc-a-bloc as it usually is a couple of weeks before the sale. But, she says, the quality of the plants this year is outstanding. “Last summer was really kind to the plants, and the slow start this year has allowed the roots to really grow,” says Barnes, 65. As the plants start getting delivered, though, Barnes’s backyard is transformed into a veritable leaf factory. They’re sorted and grouped together with common species, then teams of volunteers report to the shelter of the dilapidated garage to check the plants for pests, cull any that show signs of disease or distress, groom and replant them into individual pots, and then tag each one. Please see STORY, A9

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For many of the past 15 years, Audrey Barnes has given over her backyard and much of her time to organizing the New Westminster Horticultural Society’s annual giant plant sale. But this is her last sale, and she’ll get her garden back for good after it’s held on May 6.

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New Westminster school district administrators and teachers were grappling early this week with how to deal with two developments late last week. First of all, the B.C. Teachers’ Federation revealed 73 per cent of its membership that voted favoured withdrawing extracurricular activities to put pressure on the provincial government. Later that day, the B.C. Labour Relations Board determined teachers must prepare second-term report cards by this Friday. As part of an earlier job action teachers did not provide marks. Superintendent John Woudzia said the district is in the early stages of Àguring out what the vote means for student activity in the last two months of the school year. “We’re not really sure what it will look like ultimately,” said Woudzia. Please see NWSS, A5

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The City of New Westminster is hosting another Master Transportation Plan Open House with a focus on the vision and goals of the Plan. The City is also seeking community input on the proposed replacement of the Pattullo Bridge. The updated Master Transportation Plan will guide decision-making for transportation in New Westminster over the next 25 years and beyond by recommending improvements for all modes of transportation, including walking, cycling, public transit, goods movement, and vehicles. Be part of the process and bring us your ideas. Public Open House Date: Thursday, May 3, 2012 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm (presentation at 7:00 pm) Location: Justice Institute of BC, Atrium & Theatre 715 McBride Blvd. Public Open House, Seniors-focused Date: Thursday, May 3, 2012 Time: 2:00 - 4:00 pm (presentation at 2:30 pm) Location: Century House, Fir Room 620 Eighth Street For more information visit www.newwestcity.ca/mtp or email mtp@newwestcity.ca.

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ART IN THE LIBRARY Photographs and paintings are on display in two exhibits at the New Westminster Public Library until April 30. In the Reference Department, Nina Shenton presents Explorations, a show of landscapes and portraits in watercolour, oil and acrylic. Nina recently renewed her lifelong interest in painting and her work is designed to illustrate the struggles of an emerging artist. On the Ramp, Philip Lanyon is displaying a series of photographs of Vancouver and BC. The hunt for the perfect blend of beauty and precision of the studio with the spontaneity and unknown of street photography, leads Philip to often photograph at night.

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An information session giving an overview of the Canada Pension Plan and the Old Age Security Programs will be held at the New Westminster Public Library from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Thursday, April 26, 2012. Eligibility requirements, types of beneﬁts available, beneﬁts for low income seniors, and the changes to the Canada Pension Plan will be discussed. There will be a question and answer time. For more information and to register, phone New Westminster Public Library at 604-527-4667. The classes are co-sponsored by New Westminster Public Library and Services Canada.

MASSEY VICTORY HEIGHTS RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION MEETING Thursday, April 26th 2012 7:00 pm Mt Zion Lutheran Church, Cumberland Street at Tenth Avenue Agenda items include the Presidents’ summit meeting update, the family picnic, City guidelines for Residents Associations, and the annual garage sale registration. Residents are reminded the deadline to register for the annual garage sale is Thursday, April 26th 2012. Registration forms will be available at the general meeting or on the Association website at www.masseyvictoryheights.com.

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For a band borne from indecision, The Shrugs have little doubt where they want their music to take them. The New Westminster group, who’ve been together for more than three years, are getting set to release their new EP, Til the World Ends, on May 12 at the Media Club in Vancouver, with an ear toward catching the attention of local radio stations and major record labels. They’ll follow that up with a crosscountry tour, “to Montreal and back,” in August in addition to their usual summer circuit of B.C. clubs and festivals like the Pender Harbour Garlic Festival. It’s time, says vocalist Caitlin Connelly, for The Shrugs to get serious. And make a major leap in commitment for Connelly, her MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER The Shrugs, Stephanie Cole, Caitlin Connelly and Brandon Johnas, have a little fun on the teeter-totter at New Westminster’s Queen’s Park. friend and guitarist Brandon Johnas, and the bass player they found through the “It was a bit different from our Until their drummer du jour suggested Shock, Marcy Playground, JD Fortune Internet, Sephanie Cole. early ideas of being a rock star,” says they adopt what they’d been doing and The Dudes. And the band is Connelly and Johnas had been Connelly. entering it in the PEAK Performance writing songs together and jamming in all along whenever the subject of a The long hours and toil only helped Project, an initiative of the PEAK local hangouts like Bullys Studios and band name came up, shrugging their them focus their goals, says Johnas. shoulders. radio station and Music BC to develop Charts in Burnaby when they decided “We learned you have to play every Since then it’s been a whirlwind and cultivate emerging musicians. they needed a drummer. They posted show like it’s your last show.” of crafting their sound, which Johnas From there it’s all blank pages an ad on the free online classi¿eds says is heavily inÀuenced by bands waiting to be ¿lled out in the notebook website Craigslist and found a bassist LEARN THE BUSINESS like Coldplay, Arcade Fire, and Johnas keeps to write down their ideas instead. They also had to learn the business Mother Mother, and schlepping and goals for the future. CHEMISTRY APPARENT side of music. That meant networking their gear to clubs like the Yale, the “We’ve just thrown away all our The chemistry with Cole was at every opportunity, using social Railway Club, the Media Room, fears and are going for it,” says instantly apparent. playing for little more than free drinks media to build their audience and Connelly. “It was the groove,” says Connelly. and the exposure, making connections. sinking a lot of their own money into “A lot of it was personalities clicking. creating demos and music videos. To learn more about The Shrugs, PARTY EVERY SATURDAY When we met it was like we were “In the long term, we know it will including links to their videos and At ¿rst it was a gas, says Connelly, raised together.” pay off,” says Connelly. information about their upcoming a party every Saturday night to pay off The trio shared a common goal of It already has. EP release party, go to www. their hard work writing and rehearsing making it in music, but when it came Their new EP is produced and theshrugsmusic.com through the week. to conjuring a name for their newlyengineered by Jeff Dawson, who’s But it sure wasn’t glamourous. formed union, they were at loose ends. worked with Daniel Powter, State of

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Jodi Appleton will be the new operations manager of the Royal City Farmers Market. A former resident of New Westminster who currently lives in Kitsilano, Appleton will learn the ropes through the summer season, then take over when current manager Jen Arbo leaves in the fall. Appleton is a grad of Langara College and Vancouver Film School and she’s been the program and administration manager for the Federation of Mountain Clubs of BC for more than three years. She also worked as a production manager for Mercury Filmworks which creates television series for YTV, Teletoon and the Cartoon Network as well as Àlms for Warner Bros and Universal. “Jodi is a really great addition to the RCFM team,” said Arbo in a release. “I can’t wait to see what she brings to the market. This is such an exciting season for RCFM.” The RCFM will be holding its 5th annual fundraiser at Wild Rice on May 31, before the summer season gets into full swing with its Àrst Thursday market at Tipperary Park on June 7. The market will run weekly until Oct. 4.

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CITYPAGE PUBLIC SAFETY & PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS SEMINARS Take some time to learn about hazardous risks, how to make a family plan, and what to put in your home emergency kit. Join New Westminster’s Emergency Management Office, Fire and Police Services on: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012 6:30 - 8:00pm Queensborough Community Centre or Thursday, May 10th, 2012 6:30 - 8:00pm City Hall (access is through the side entrance by Integrated Road Safety Unit Entrance) This seminar will provide an overview emergency preparedness steps as well as examine: 1. How to develop a family emergency plan, so that everyone knows what to do and where to go in the event of an emergency. 2. How to create your own family emergency kit, so that you and your loved ones can be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours should an emergency strike. 3. The role of New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services and their responsibilities. 4. The role of New Westminster Police and their responsibilities. To register please contact, the Emergency Management Office at 604-515-3794 during business hours to register as seating is limited to 40 persons per session and is on a first come first serve basis.

YOUTH FIREFIGHTER PROGRAM July 3-7, 2012 This free opportunity offers New Westminster’s grade 11 and 12 students a condensed fire academy for all youth interested in pursuing a career in Fire Services. Youth will participate in a variety of situations including auto extrication, first aid, fire education and live firefighting at the Justice Institute training ground in Maple Ridge. Applications are due April 27, 2012, and are available at any Parks, Culture and Recreation facility, Glenbrook Firehall or www.newwestyouth.ca. For more information, please call 604-515-3775.

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Audrey Barnes is getting ready for the New Westminster Horticultural Society’s last giant plant sale on May 6.

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“It takes a lot of time,” says Barnes. “We don’t want to spread weeds or pests.” The gardeners of New West would likely never forgive her if they did. After all, garden sales’ plants have greened much of the city. Barnes says she still recognizes some of the plants when she walks around town, “hey, I tagged that one.” The sale is a true team effort that involves about 80 per cent of the Horticultural Society’s members who grow the plants, transport, sort and pot them, or help with the sale itself. The money raised by the sale helps support various gardening programs the society conducts with the city and the school district. In fact, it’s so successful, there’s enough money in

the group’s bank account to sustain those programs for a couple of years while the executive decides what other fundraising efforts to pursue. Barnes says nobody wanted to pick up her considerable mantle now that she’s stepping down. “It’s a lot of work,” says Barnes, who will continue to be involved with the society. “I’ve put so many things on hold.” Not for much longer though. The New Westminster Horticultural Society’s last giant plant sale is being held Sunday, May 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Armoury on Queen’s Avenue. For more information about the sale, and the society go to www.newwesthortsociety.org

Hurtig hammers pipeline plan Council of Canadians founder Mel Hurtig is spearheading a petition opposing Kinder Morgan’s plan to twin its oil pipeline through the Lower Mainland and dramatically increase the number of tankers loading in Burnaby.

“An oil spill in Burrard Inlet would spell disaster for the environment and all the municipalities in the region,” Hurtig said, calling the economic impact on tourism, Àsheries and wildlife “catastrophic.” He applauded mayors from Vancouver and Burnaby for opposing the pipeline plan, which would see 300 to 360 tankers a year visit, up 10-fold from 32 last year. #1 Weight Loss Program Sweeping the Nation “The clean-up would last decades and be much more difÀcult than other spills because of the heavy nature of Lose up to 15 - 20 lb per month! the bitumen that will be transported through NO Hunger! NO Cravings! NO Diet Pills! Burrard Inlet.” More than 1,600 people have signed the petition, which can be found at www. avaaz.org/en/petition/ No_Oil_Tankers_in_ Call 778.397.3979 or visit www.drallanapolo.com for more info Burrard_Inlet/

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“We’re very appreciative of all the work the teachers do for the volunteer programs and make the quality of life for the students such a quality experience ... We’ll just have to wait and see what it looks like.” Despite the vote Woudzia insists there will be graduation activities for Grade 12 students at NWSS. “Grad will certainly go ahead this year. The district will do everything it can to make sure it is a quality experience,” said Woudzia, who indicated senior district staff will help the school’s administration in making it happen. “It’s a big event, so we’ll see how we go with it.” He added it’s still early to see how the Grade 7 school leaving ceremonies at some elementary schools and the elementary track meet in June will be affected because those

events take place during the school day. “We’ll be turning our attention to that later in the week,” said Woudzia. New Westminster Teachers’ Union president Grant Osborne said the organization has had lots of meetings and discussions about how to proceed with the withdrawal of extracurricular activities. Osborne said the withdrawal will be voluntary and he called upon the community to Àll the void. “I hope there is support for the kids in the community. It’s a very difÀcult decision for the teachers to be where they are,” said Osborne. “It’s not without controversy and not without pain. At this point what else are teachers left to do.” Osborne said teachers will talk amongst themselves about extracurricular activities, but the union won’t come down hard on those teachers that decide to continue to

provide volunteer services because it’s up to the teachers to decide what to do with their free time. “I don’t believe there is any appetite for anything draconian from the union,” said Osborne. He pointed out some schools operate programs differently when it comes to being on a volunteer basis or part of their jobs, citing an aboriginal program in the high school as one where the lines were blurred. “That will unfold. This week will be very instructive on how different schools have been running their show.” Osborne, however, was more focused on the LRB ruling. “It’s quite strange. We’ve got to come up with a framework pretty quickly, because of the deadline which is days away not weeks away.”

NW police investigate RCMP New Westminster police have been called in to investigate an incident involving a suspect injured while in Terrace RCMP custody. On Saturday evening, a 47-year-old man was arrested following a complaint of impaired driving. A RCMP press release did not say how the man was injured while in custody. He was taken to the local hospital three times during the night and then

Áown to Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster. All in-car and cellblock video is in the hands of New Westminster police who have been asked to conduct an independent investigation.

Hard-hitting message

Washington State trooper Michael Buckingham speaks about the burns he suffered after he got trapped in a Àre when his police vehicle was hit by an impaired driver. His dramatic visual presentations to Grade 11 and 12 classes will be Thursday in the library.

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Canucks’ silver lining

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Well, that was quick. Like removing a bandage with a mighty yank rather than a slow, painful pull, perhaps the Vancouver Canucks’ early exit from the NHL playoffs is for the best. Despite ¿nishing the regular season with the most points, a second straight run at the Stanley Cup didn’t seem assured. Questions about the ability of goaltender Roberto Luongo to win big games lingered. The team’s scoring seemed to dry up late in the season. Its powerplay had been dormant since January. And coach Alain Vigneault’s penchant for juggling line combinations nearly every game meant you couldn’t tell whom would be playing with whom without a program. The reunion of the Sedin twins in game four against the Los Angeles Kings after Daniel had missed more than a month with a head injury gave the Canucks a win and their fans a glimmer of hope. But in the end, it just delayed the inevitable. Now while mighty hockey markets like Nashville, St. Louis and possibly even Phoenix battle on for hockey’s biggest prize, the local airwaves, bar stools and sports pages are alive with second guessing and speculation about the future of various Canucks’ players, the coach, even the general manager. The Canucks may not have given us the drama and excitement of another Stanley Cup run, but pause for a moment to think about what they have given us. Instead of being cooped up inside through May and early June watching hockey games, we’ll be able to enjoy our spring evenings in the garden or on the patio. Police can keep their riot shields and batons in storage. Businesses in downtown Vancouver won’t have to stockpile plywood to protect their windows. We can be spared the sight of those ubiquitous car Àags Àapping in the breeze. Thank you Vancouver Canucks for breaking our hearts yet again. And giving us our spring back.

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Imagining an NDP government

DP victories in two byelections bring the standings in the legislature to 46 B.C. Liberals, 36 NDP and three independents, one of whom has pledged allegiance to the B.C. Conservatives. B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins put a brave face on his third-place ¿nish in Port MoodyCoquitlam and Chilliwack-Hope. Even in bedrock conservative Fraser Valley farm country, in a protest byelection with a high-pro¿le candidate, the B.C. Conservatives managed to attract just enough to deliver a landmark NDP seat. The NDP was helped by the absence of the B.C. Green Party on the byelection ballots, with most of its ¿ve-per-cent support from 2009 presumably going to the winners. Cummins said his party’s goal going into the Port MoodyCoquitlam vote, with an unknown candidate and a handful of volunteers, was to break 10 per cent. They got 15 per cent and he declared a moral victory. Cummins rejected a possible merger with the “discredited” B.C.

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Liberals. Premier Christy Clark was equally emphatic that she will be the leader of the “free enterprise coalition” in the 2013 election. So the stage is set for an NDP majority government. What will that look like? Well, Port Moody mayor-turned-MLA Joe Trasolini has a wealth of local government experience, so pencil him in as municipal affairs minister. A long-time supporter of the B.C. Liberals, Trasolini should clarify if he endorses the NDP constitution, which still opposes all pro¿t-making activity. He’s not the only high-pro¿le newcomer likely to be included in an Adrian Dix cabinet. New NDP candidates from union executive ranks will likely include long-time Hospital Employees’ Union president Judy Darcy, who will be running in New

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Westminster. She no longer talks about bringing a “Marxist analysis” to economic matters. Darcy is now best known for leading the long court battle against the B.C. Liberal government’s contract-breaking legislation of 2002. The eventual decision of the Supreme Court of Canada basically invented a constitutional right to collective bargaining. (The high court could also ponder if there might be a right not to belong to a union, but that’s another story.) Then there’s George Heyman, the long-time B.C. Government Employees’ Union president. After leaving the BCGEU, Heyman has taken a turn as executive director of Sierra Club B.C., a branch plant of the U.S. enviro-machine that works against B.C. forest, mining, power and petroleum development. These folks would be working with Stephen Howard, who went from senior positions at the BCGEU and CUPE to his current role as Dix’s chief of staff. Dix, of course, bene¿ted from the sudden ouster of Carole James, who made the mistake of trying to loosen big labour’s grip

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on the NDP and modernize some of its quaint 1930s notions. Then we have B.C.’s third-largest political party, the B.C. Teachers’ Federation, which has already con¿rmed it will continue its long campaign to replace the B.C. Liberals with the NDP next year. Such a team brings impressive experience, but unfortunately for taxpayers, much of that experience has been in extracting money from the public treasury. And if recent B.C. history is any guide, this fundamental conÀict of interest will receive little or no media attention in the months to come. Instead, the conventional wisdom will be that voters want “change.” • Correction: Last week’s column referred to the 1971 Greenpeace campaign against atmospheric nuclear testing. That protest boat was directed at a U.S. nuclear test off Alaska, not a Soviet test as stated. Subsequent Greenpeace protests targeted the Soviet slaughter of grey whales, and the last atmospheric nuclear tests, conducted by France in the South Paci¿c.

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Lots of thanks for 22nd Station cleanup I have been somewhat wary of writing this letter as I have feared that in doing so, the solution that many other stakeholders and myself put so much effort in to achieve might be lost as the issue fell off the radar. However, it has now been nearly a year, and credit must be given where credit is duly earned. Last year, I wrote to the NewsLeader, complaining of rampant violence, noise, loitering, drug use, and other problems at 22nd Street SkyTrain Station. I am overjoyed to report the problems have been more than addressed, they have been completely resolved. When I originally wrote my letter, calling 911 was a thriceweekly occurrence. Hearing angry shouting and screaming threats of violence was an almost daily occurrence. Your reporters took on the matter with a fervor I did not expect. Residents and members of the BC Liberal Party got involved, as did Coun. Jaimie McEvoy, who worked within council to get a motion to have city staff prepare a report on the matter rati¿ed.

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Kris Taylor, who lives across from the 22nd Street SkyTrain station, points out some of the problems he’s observed in a meeting last year between representatives of the Connaught Heights and West End residents associations and Doug Semple of the Transit Police. A year later, he says the problems have been resolved.

Doug Semple of the Transit Police and Vita Borell of TransLink took on the issue with great sincerity and concern, though I could tell that the bureaucratic nightmare of TransLink and limited resources somewhat tied his hands when it came to my requests to establish some sort of a document

establishing patrolling standards— apparently, no station had any sort of a safety or security plan on paper at that time. Veronika Metchie of the city made huge strides with local residents, gaining authorization to pilot porta-potties at the station (something TransLink rejected

despite having no ¿nancial involvement in the matter), erecting signs to reduce the number of people blocking driveways, increasing garbage pickup schedules around the station, and working with TransLink contractors to extend the pickup of the free newspapers across the street. She helped to get a partially constructed house that was being used as an illicit drug sales of¿ce demolished. I however reserve my strongest commendation for New Westminster Police Const. Colin Adam. That of¿cer deserves a medal for a job well done. Const. Adam stepped up plainclothes and high visibility patrols in the problematic area under the guideway toward 20th Street, where residents complained of open drug use and sex in public. He also encouraged NWPS of¿cers in the area writing reports to park at the station. Shortly after Adam took on the project in late June 2011, my need to call 911 ceased entirely. In fact, since he took on the project, I have not needed to call 911 since. Still to this day I see NWPS

of¿cers conducting random walkabouts in and around the station on a regular basis. My big concern was that my issue with incidents at the station would get dealt with while the story was in the limelight—but that patrolling levels would diminish once papers like the NewsLeader moved on to other issues. However, this has not been the case at all. I would like to extend a big thank-you to everyone (both mentioned and unmentioned in this letter) who helped to improve the safety, security, and livability of our street. I would also like to extend a public and gracious “you are welcome” to all of the residents who over the past year have thanked me for all of my efforts at getting this issue on the table. This issue has illustrated that when the community works together and residents make their voice heard, things can change. I have always believed that a community, the government, and the authorities are not at odds and it is not an us and them relationship. Kris Taylor New Westminster

Queensborough Community Plan Workshop As part of the ﬁnal phase of consultation, the City will be

Workshop

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Fed’s decision reckless and dangerous: Julian In his new role as NDP energy and natural Kent’s of¿ce in a statement. “These employees resources critic, Burnaby-New Westminster MP were not cleaning up spills. They were providing Peter Julian declared the federal government’s information about environmentally sensitive land decision to close B.C.’s regional of¿ce for and species at risk.” emergency oil spill responders “is reckless and Julian was named last week as energy and natural dangerous.” resources critic in new leader Thomas Mulcair’s “I’d like to ask the Minister for Energy ¿rst shadow cabinet. He had been serving as the and Natural Resources (Joe Oliver) what he party’s ¿nance critic taking over from Peggy was thinking,” said Julian in a press release. Nash during her leadership campaign. Nash has “Closing the only west coast response centre been reappointed to the position. for emergency oil spills, while on the other When the NDP became the of¿cial hand paving the way for increased oil tanker opposition a year ago Julian was named JULIAN traf¿c – it’s irresponsible and arrogant.” industry critic by the late Jack Layton before The cost-cutting measure, said the NDP, getting the ¿nance appointment from interim comes on the heels of pipeline proposals, including leader Nicole Turmel. one that terminates in Burnaby, that could result in The Energy and Natural Resources Ministry covers a threefold increase in oil tanker traf¿c off the B.C. industries that account for more than 30 per cent of coast. Canadian exports and nearly 14 per cent of Canada’s “For the Conservatives to say to British gross domestic product, said a NDP press release. Columbians, ‘In the event of an environmental “This is a critical area for Canada as we ¿nd catastrophe, leave a voice mail message in Ottawa,’ ourselves victimized by the Harper government’s is shameful. How can they treat British Columbians decision to shut down environmental assessments so badly.” as well as continue to ship our resources off-shore The NDP also pointed out a 2010 report from the without any value added processing. Rather than Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable maximizing the potential of sustainable development Development determined the coast guard is illof Canada’s resources, this government chooses to equipped to deal with oil spills and lacks emergency erode jobs,” said Julian in the release. response capacity. Mulcair also appointed New WestminsterThe move means the services will centralize Coquitlam and Port Moody MP Fin Donnelly to operations in Quebec, which the Conservatives insist the shadow cabinet as critic for Western Economic won’t be a big concern. Diversi¿cation Canada and as deputy critic for “This will not impact Canadians or the ¿sheries (West Coast). Burnaby-Douglas MP Kennedy environment,” said Environment Minister Peter Stewart will be the science and technology critic. CTV News Anchor Tamara Taggart with daughters Zo and Poppy and son Beckett

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More than 255 cases of whooping cough have now been conÀrmed in the Fraser Health region, including 13 in Burnaby and Àve in New Westminster, since an outbreak began in early December. Health ofÀcials say 45 new cases have been detected since the beginning of March, although the actual numbers of people being infected is likely much higher. Chief Medical Health OfÀcer Dr. Paul Van Buynder is continuing to urge adults to get a free vaccination against the pertussis (whooping cough) bacteria, to reduce the spread of the highly contagious infection to young children, who are most vulnerable. More than 30,000 vaccine doses have been distributed to pharmacies and doctors’ ofÀces, he said, but added it appears the disease is still circulating.

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Our lives are on our faces Sculptor Xin Meng believes our lives are written on our faces. Regardless of the features we may have inherited from our parents, he maintains that “every face is like a mirror reÀecting parts of our society.” With this observation, Meng created Perplexity, a series of 100 sculpted heads and large format photos of sculpted heads, a portion of which are on display Tamara Letkeman at the Amelia Douglas Gallery at Douglas Some of the sculptures College until May 25. by Xin Meng that will The faces, which be display during the reÀect pain, anguish, Preplexity: Sculpture and Image at Douglas sadness and other, College until May 25. subtler emotions, are DOUGLAS COLLEGE inspired by famous ¿gures such as Barack Obama, the Dalai Lama and Michael Jackson, as well as homeless people living on the streets of Vancouver and migrant workers in China. His focus is on marginalized people – those shunted to the edges of society by money, pro¿t and other forces. “The real and true value of life is usually ignored and marginalized by today’s material world,” Meng explains. In Perplexity, Meng expresses his observations about human nature by expressing the inner selves of his subjects. But he invites people to come and make their own observations about what they see. “I prefer to let the audience feel, imagine, to let them have a true VALID DAY OF understanding within PURCHASE ONLY their own heart,” he says. Perplexity: Sculpture and Image runs until 6 RIDES FOR $15.00 May 25 at the Amelia HST Included Douglas Gallery, fourth Àoor, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave. For more information visit douglascollege.ca/ 6 RIDES FOR $15.00 visitors/arts events.

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2012 24th Annual Burnaby Rhododendron Festival

Sunday, May 6 | 9:30am–4pm

Free

garden tours plant & artisan sales horticultural exhibits art activities silent auction musical entertainment Don’t miss children’s performances featuring Go Go Bonkers and The Trollsons! People’s Choice Spring Bouquet Competition

8am | The Bird Life of Deer Lake Park Call 604-205-3003 to pre-register for this earlybird tour.

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Bring your own coffee mug to Encores Café and save $.50 on a cup of coffee.

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2012

Sunday, May 6 | 9:30am–4pm

free admission

24th Annual Burnaby Rhododendron Festival

www.shadboltcentre.com l www.brags.ca VOLUNTEERS Thank you to the many dedicated volunteers who generously give their time and energy to make the Rhododendron Festival a success year after year! FRIENDS OF THE FESTIVAL Many thanks to the Friends of the Festival for their generous donations to the silent auction and volunteer recognition. • Adamson Heritage Nursery • Alouette Nursery • Backyard Bird Centre – Port Moody • Canada Safeway – Kensington • Canada Safeway – Royal Oak • Clearview Garden Shop • Dominos Pizza • Dykhof Nursery • Encore’s Cafe • GardenWorks at Mandeville • Gourmet Baker Inc. • Green Timber Nursery • Hawaiian Botanical • Leongs Nursery • Linnaea Nurseries • Pickett’s Nursery • Piroche Plants • Rhodohaven Gardens • Select Roses • Specimen Trees • TSC Nursery Sales Ltd. • Western Independent Greenhouses For sponsors who do not appear on this list due to print deadlines, your support is gratefully acknowledged. Photo: R. SCHINDELL

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS WELCOME REMARKS 11:30-11:45am Spirit Square Stage Welcome Remarks from Mayor Corrigan, the Chair of the Burnaby Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission and the President of the Burnaby Rhododendron & Gardens Society. The New Westminster Pipe Band leads the procession to the Spirit Square Stage. RHODODENDRON TRUSS DISPLAY Studio 103 Observe trusses of many beautiful locally grown rhododendron varieties presented by Burnaby Rhododendron & Gardens Society. BURNABY RHODODENDRON AND GARDENS SOCIETY ANNUAL PLANT SALE Studio 103 From the rare and unusual to the tried and true performers, there is something here for every gardener. Knowledgeable gardeners will be available to provide advice. Visit info@brags.ca for more information. PEOPLE’S CHOICE SPRING BOUQUET COMPETITION Studio 103 The 14h Annual People’s Choice Spring Bouquet Competition features a display of ﬂoral bouquets created by both professionals and amateurs. Voting will take place between 9:30am – 1:30pm. The People’s Choice winner will be announced at 2:20pm on the Spirit Square Stage. SILENT BID AUCTION Studio 103 Place your bid to purchase some new and unusual treasures for your home and garden! The auction will close at 3:00pm. All items must be paid for and removed by 4:15pm and payment is by cash or cheque only.

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ACTIVITIES

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First come, ﬁrst served while supplies last

These participants offer a ﬁne selection of locally grown plants, handcrafted gifts and artwork.

EAST PLAZA • Kite-making presented by BC Kitefliers Association • Face Painting with the Girl Guides • Festive Fantasies in Clay Children can use their imagination to create a clay fantasy with members of the Burnaby Potters’ Guild. SPIRIT SQUARE • Airbrush Tattoos & Face Painting • Balloon Twisting – request the flower or animal of your choice • Kids & Marigolds – plant a marigold seedling and watch it grow! Seedlings donated by Burnaby Parks Department • Terracotta Pot Painting – nurture your marigold in your creatively decorated plant pot • Art in the Garden – the picturesque Century Gardens become your inspiration to create a masterpiece BURNABY ART GALLERY 11am-3pm (up the hill to the west) • Monoprinting in the Garden Join us for the launch of Moveable Feast, a Burnaby Art Gallery summer public project by local artist Holly Schmidt. Located next to the Burnaby Art Gallery, Moveable Feast is a garden space that will host workshops, dinners, and talks in response to issues surrounding urban farming, DIY gardening, and local food production and consumption. Familes are welcome to participate in a monoprinting drop-in workshop with Burnaby Art Gallery instructor Hannah Bennett. In case of rain, this program will be held inside the Gallery. STUDIO 102 CREATION STATION • Art Cards Celebrate spring by creating your own art card. This is a great art activity for people of all ages and experience. • Recycled Art Using alternative art materials collected by Urban Source, children can create insects and flowers from unique and enticing reclaimed items. This ecologically friendly activity is sure to spark fun and creative exploration for all ages. • Shadbolt Arts Program Information Shadbolt Centre staff will be on hand to help you discover everything that the Shadbolt Fine and Performing Arts programs have to offer.

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ATRIUM • Artists Among Us • China Painters Guild • City of Burnaby - Engineering • City of Burnaby - Horticulture • City of Burnaby - Recycling • Euro Design • Heidi Fraser – Floral greeting cards • Master Gardeners Association of BC • Richard Major Art Group • Summer Handbags • The Painted Cookie • Valerie Gilbert- handcrafted cards and bookmarks • Water Garden Club of BC STUDIO 100/101 • BC Council of Garden Clubs • BC Fuchsia & Begonia Society • Burnaby Artists Guild • Burnaby Lake Park Association • Point Grey Chrysanthemum Association • Vancouver Dahlia Society • Vancouver Ikebana Association • Vancouver Shade Garden Society • Wildlife Rescue Association EAST PLAZA • Brass Band Art Group • Burnaby Potters’ Guild Sale • Clayburn Copperworks • Dasmesh Nursery • Finley’s Rhododendrons • GardenWorks • Heimat Farms • Fashion accessories by JGN Designs • Linda Verbeek - Plants • Natural Village Farm • Pieter Klapwijk - Plants • The Natural Gardener Garden Store SPIRIT SQUARE • Girl Guides of Canada –West Coast Area • AM 650 Community Crew

FOOD VENDORS Festival food will be available indoors at Encore’s Cafe and outdoors at B & B Concessions and Molly’s Minis. Bring your own mug and save $0.50 on a cup of brewed coffee at Encore’s Café.

MEET THE PERFORMERS • FiddleStix Composed of champion ﬁddler Cary Grigg and East Coast musician, writer and artist Janet Noad, this duo shares both Aboriginal and European blood that transposes into the spirit of their music. Together they blend a wild mix of Celtic, Métis, East Coast, Swing, original, pop and roots music.

• Katie Rox Katie got her musical career boost as the lead singer of the award nominated rock band Jakalope. In 2008, as a solist, she took a softer approach more akin to the roots of the country music she grew up on.

WATCH OUT FOR OUR ROVING PERFORMERS

TOURS

• Betssssy A silly conversation with an energetic social butterﬂy? Sure, watch her “wing about” her life in the garden.

The Bird Life of Deer Lake Park led by George Clulow 8:00 - 9:30am (meet at West Entrance) Discover the fabulous bird life of Deer Lake Park and its surrounding area. *Call 604-205-3003 to pre-register for this early bird tour.

• Papillon When Papillon spreads her colorful wings above the garden, the ﬂowers kindly abound with exquisite nectar that Papillon transforms into magical sparkling dust.

• Gogo Bonkers This amazingly musical duo will dazzle your senses with songs about ogres, trees, bicycles and dancing with daisies. Come check out their new hit single, “The Rhododendron Rukus”.

• Shadbolt Trio Shadbolt’s music instructors, Ross Curran, Miriam Davidson and Tanya Kliefoth have formed a multiinstrumental and vocal trio. While the Rhodofest activities unfold, this trio will perform madrigals, classical, romantic and jazz tunes.

• Hang Johnny The Hang Drum is a very unusual musical instrument that seems to bear a very close resemblance to a ﬂying saucer from a mid 50’s sci-ﬁ movie. Hand crafted in Switzerland in 2000 the sound of the instrument is sonorous and otherworldly, and in John’s hands, hypnotic and compelling.

• Stephen Boswell Stephen plays the Classical Guitar and has had a career as a performer and teacher for more than thirty years. His program features music from Spain and Latin America. He is on the faculty of music at Capilano University in North Vancouver and has released six CD recordings.

• Highrise Lonesome With a passion for bluegrass, soaring vocal harmonies and some of the hottest pickin’ in these parts, this group of seasoned musicians has developed an unmistakable sound that audiences love. Be warned - bluegrass music is infectious and this group takes the traditional sound of mountain music uptown!

• Sweetpea Swing Band This band has been performing a unique brand of traditional jazz in and around Vancouver for many years. The band repertoire contains a lively collage of hot jazz music dating back as far as 1916 and presents music by the likes of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Joe Oliver, Joe Primrose, Jimmie Noone, Fats Waller, Hoagy Carmichael, and Jelly Roll Morton.

• Circus Fungus Mix, mingle and make a wish with the irrepressible Miss Poppy Pepperpot as she rides around the festival on her magical mushroom. Then catch the buzz from the tallest bee you’ll ever see, Commander Stingmond Buzzbey of the Space Bee Brigade. Let the fun begin!

• The Blues Band Taking its name from a Howlin’ Wolf song, this band pays tribute to some of the ﬁnest music of the 20th century including Roadrunner (Bo Diddley), Bright Lights Big City (Jimmy Reed), Sweet Home Chicago/All Your Love (Magic Sam Maghett) as well as All Your Love/I Can’t Quit You Baby (Otis Rush). The Blues Band will kick start this year’s festival with high energy music that harkens back to a time when rock and roll was just getting started and the blues was still king.

Studio 209 1:30 – 2:30pm Pests & Diseases presented by Dr. Alan Reid of GardenWorks Learn about environmentally friendly ways to control pests and diseases.

• Ji Rong Huang Ji Rong graduated from the Shanghai Conservatory of Music in China and has performed throughout the world including China and the U.S. Since arriving in Vancouver in 1988, he has given hundreds of performances including appearances on TV and CBC radio programs. • Jody Quine Known for her career in Ambient Electronic Pop (Sleepthief, Balligomingo), Jody is once again returning to her roots and playing her own acoustic music on love lost and found. Her voice and stark acoustic performance is a rare privilege not to be missed. • Joe Haag Old-time Joe plays his 1800’s banjo in the turn-of-the-century style of banjo playing called “clawhammer”. This ‘toe tappin’ dance music from the mountains back east is a pre-recorded era of music from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. • Josephine Lee Taking full advantage of the harp’s versatility, Josephine enjoys performing a variety of harp styles. She has been playing the harp for over 30 years, performing for special events, occasions, and for various musical groups.

• The Selkie The Selkie is an interactive storytelling play based on traditional folklore that appears in many different parts of the world. An Irish fisherman watches in awe as a seal removes her seal-coat to transform into a beautiful, mysterious woman. He falls instantly in love, and decides that she will be his wife. • The One-Eyed Troll The One-Eyed Troll is an interactive storytelling play based on a folktale from Scandinavia. An evil one-eyed troll has taken over the forest. Everyone is terrified, but a young boy out looking for some firewood just might have a solution. Where his two older brothers failed, our young hero uses his wit against brute force. • Rowan Lipkovitz Rowan Lipkovitz of the Accordion Noir radio show searches the world of music high and low in pursuit of delightful tunes to feed his squeezebox, offering something to surprise and delight just about everybody.

• The Trollsons This family of fun-loving, comedic troll characters mingle with the crowd, tell jokes, match make, sing songs, dance, play music (with accordion, drum and handbells), tell tall troll tales, and generally cause mischief and merriment.

Burnaby Parks Department Garden led by Andrew O’Keeffe 12:30pm & 2:30pm - 30 min. (meet at West Entrance) Learn about the plants in Century Gardens as well as some changes that are being made.

(limited to 25 people)

*Please sign up for the following tours at the Burnaby Rhododendron and Gardens Society table in the Atrium at least 15 min. prior to tour start time.

• KC the Magician This clown will giggle you to amazement with her fun walk-around magic tricks! KC is cute and funny. You won’t pass her by, but don’t laugh too hard or you might miss her surprises!

Eagles Estate Heritage Garden led by Lynsey Dobbie, Head Gardener of the Lower Mainland/Eagles Estate Heritage Garden, The Land Conservancy of BC . 1:00pm - approx. 1 hr. 40 min. including 20 minute walk each way ( meet at East Entrance) Find out about this highly signiﬁcant garden in British Columbia, based on its historic, artistic and cultural signiﬁcance. If you have mobility challenges, please speak to Lynsey before tour begins.

RHODODENDRON FESTIVAL 2012 SCHEDULE Atrium

East Plaza

Spirit Stage Square

Studio Theatre

Presentations & Tours (Sign up in Atrium) Bird Life of Deer Lake Park West Entrance • 8:00 - 9:30

Hang Johnny 9:30 - 10:15

The Blues Band 9:30 - 10:15

Shadbolt Trio 10:15 - 10:45 Hang Johnny 10:30 - 11:15

Sweetpea Swing Band 10:45 - 11:28

Shadbolt Trio 11:00 - 11:30

Ladies of the Lake East Entrance • 11:00 - 12:30

NEW WESTMINSTER PIPE BAND 11:28 - 11:30 am (in procession to Spirit Square) WELCOME REMARKS 11:30 - 11:45 am Spirit Square

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Studio 100/101 10-10:15am, 11-11:15am, 2-2:15pm, 3-3:15pm Gardening for Wildlife Join the Wildlife Rescue Association to learn what plants attract wildlife and how to safely provide a backyard habitat for birds and small mammals. Garden additions such as nest boxes, bird baths and feeders are a great way to safely welcome birds to your ﬂowerbed and even help pollination!

Ladies of the Lake led by Lynda Maeve Orr from the Burnaby Village Museum 11:00am - approx. 1 hr. 30 min. (meet at East Entrance) A walking tour through Deer Lake Park to celebrate the lives of three women with links to this area: Ethel Moore, Harriet Woodward and Grace Ceperley.

Stephen Boswell 12:00 - 1:00

Jody Quine 11:45 - 12:45

Sweetpea Swing Band 12:00 - 1:00

Ji Rong Huang 1:00 - 1:45 Josephine Lee 1:30 - 2:30 Joe Haag 2:00 - 2:45

Katie Rox 3:00 - 4:00

Ladies of the Lake *One-Eyed Troll 12:30 - 1:00

Eagles Estate Heritage Garden East Entrance • 1:00 - 2:40 Highrise Lonesome 1:15 - 2:15

*Selkie 1:30 - 2:00

Spring Bouquet Competition Awards 2:20 - 2:30

Rowan Lipkovitz 3:00 - 4:00

Parks Department Garden West Entrance • 12:30 - 1:00

Fiddlestix 2:45 - 4:00

Pests & Diseases Dr. Alan Reid Studio 209 1:30 - 2:30 Parks Department Garden West Entrance • 2:30 - 3:00

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ALSO IN DEER LAKE PARK: Burnaby Art Gallery 6344 Deer Lake Ave. See festival participation above. Hours: Closed Mon., Tues.-Fri. 10am-4:30pm, Sat./Sun. 12-5pm Phone (604)297-4422 or visit burnabyartgallery.ca for more information.

Eagles Estate Heritage Gardens Interpretive Centre 5655 Sperling Ave. Come and learn about this Edwardian Country Estate and its heritage. The Interpretive Centre is open Mon.- Fri. 10am - 4pm. Tours of the garden are also available. Phone (604)733-2313 for more information.

UPCOMING FESTIVALS IN DEER LAKE PARK: Symphony in the Park with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Sunday, July 15th, 7:30-9:30pm Free

13th Annual Burnaby Blues + Roots Festival Saturday, August 11th, 2-10pm (ticketed) www.burnabybluesfestival.com

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel 6501 Deer Lake Ave. The party continues at the Burnaby Village Museum with FREE gate admission all summer long. The carousel and the tram are 100 years-old! Hours: Tues. – Sun. , 11am-4:30pm plus holiday Mondays. For more details visit burnabyvillagemuseum.ca

Burnaby Arts Council Deer Lake Gallery 6584 Deer Lake Ave. – Free Maritime Memories exhibit by Visual Artist Chi-Ming Yeung, May 4-26th Gallery Hours: Tues.-Sat. 12-4pm Ofﬁce Hours: Tues.-Fri. 10am-4pm For information, visit www.burnabyartscouncil.org or phone: (604)298-7322

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Bioblitz talk: Stella Ramey from MetroVancouver talks about what a BioBlitz is, the importance of holding one at Burnaby Lake, and why and how you can become involved. Hosted by the Burnaby Lake Park Association. Free. When: Thursday, April 26, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Where: Burnaby Lake Nature House, 4519 Piper Ave., Burnaby. Info: info@burnabylakepark. ca, 604-520-6442 or bioblitz. burnabylakepark.ca. Burnaby Business Women: Non-profit women’s group meets monthly for dinner and talk. Speaker Ashley Lau, pharmacist at London Drugs will speak on “insomnia.” Reservations required. When: Thursday, April 26, 6 to 9 p.m. Where: ABC Country Restaurant - meeting room, 6500 Hastings St., Burnaby. Cost: $23 members, $26 non-members. Info: sharon@ donndean.com or 604-434-7221.

Bloom Art Auction: The Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre presents its fourth annual showcase of Asian Canadian artists. Desserts, cash bar, entertainment, silent and live auction. A fundraiser for the Nikkei National Museum and to promote Asian Canadian artists. When: Saturday, April 28, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Where: Nikkei Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby. Tickets: $25. Info and

tickets: 604-777-7000 or jcnm@ nikkeiplace.org. Swap Meet and Bake Sale: Table rentals $10. When: Saturday, April 28, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: St. Aidan’s Church, 1320 Seventh Ave. (14th St.), New Westminster. Info: Lila, 604-5020340 or lkwing@shaw.ca.

Pancake Breakfast: Sponsored by AOTS Men’s Club with proceeds to charity. When: Saturday, April 29, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: South Burnaby United Church, 7591 Gray Ave. (at Rumble St.), Burnaby.

Giant Flea Market: Lots of bargains. Door prize. When: Saturday, April 28, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Maywood Community School, 4567 Imperial St., Burnaby. Admission: 50 cents. Tables: $10. Info: 604-664-8208.

Junior Orienteering Festival: The Greater Vancouver Orienteering Club hosts the Metro Vancouver Junior Orienteering Festival with 200 participants expected. The event will include competitive orienteering courses for beginner, intermediate, and advanced participants, as well as, navigational, map reading, and running activities. See how well you can navigate the park

with only a map and a compass to guide you. When: Sunday, April 29, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Robert Burnaby Park, 8175 Wedgewood St., Burnaby (in front of outdoor pool). Cost: $5 entry fee plus $5 membership. Register: http://gvoc.whyjustrun. ca/events/view/750 Cinco de Mayo at Bonsor 55+: Join us for a delicious lunch and a little bit of Mexican culture. When: Friday, May 4, 1-3 p.m. Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Cost: $9.82 (lunch included). Info: 604-297-4580.

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Art Squared: New West Artists presents a three-day exhibition of 12-by-12-inch paintings and photographs. All paintings are $100 and all photographs are $50. When: May 4-5. Where: Second floor of The River Market, 810 Quayside Drive, New Westminster. Visual Verse: Exhibition of 40 poems interpreted visually. When: May 4 to 31. Where: The Network Hub, second floor of the River

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Riot probe costs VPD $2m The cost of investigating the 2011 Stanley Cup riot suspects has cost Vancouver Police more than $2 million in overtime and other expenses. And although the province has contributed $1 million, the City of Vancouver is pressing for Victoria to cover the other half of its costs. Mayor Gregor Robertson said 85 per cent of those arrested in connection with the riot last June 15 came in from outside Vancouver. The largest number of people charged to date are from Surrey. So far 225 riot-related charges have been laid against 85 accused rioters and the VPD expects to recommend another 100 charges to prosecutors, in addition to dozens more proposed charges Crown is still considering. Damage to property on the night of the riot, which saw vehicles Ă€ipped and burned and window fronts smashed, is estimated at $3 million.

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Branding is largely about values and this committee exercise will likely review the origins of the existing branding image and consider its relevance for a changing marketplace. You’ve probably served on other committees when one or two members tended to guide—even monopolize—the discussion and Branding, or positioning, is decisions. Be sure to stand up for important because it de¿nes the what you believe in should you sense image to customers. How you feel this committee may be dominated by about a company is much more than a few strong-willed participants. Simon Gibson the mix of products and services. It Some topics you can anticipate is the personality, the qualities, you may include some of the following: believe in. value for money, standard of service, Management has likely selected a group of quality products, reliability, durability, sensitivity, employees—from disparate departments—to appeal to certain demographic groups, and others. provide broad input. Notwithstanding your While it might not be the case, management accounting responsibilities, you may be intrigued may have its own agenda. If the committee is to with the discussion as it will almost certainly make a legitimate contribution to the process, I’d contribute to the success of the company. suggest management’s view not be solicited until the In addition, it is not expected you will be an committee has completed its work. expert in branding. In fact, you will ¿nd most Additionally, the committee should investigate committee members represent departments that a formal system of consultation with customers. would not normally be involved in the process. Your Re-branding, after all, is for the bene¿t of present input, therefore, will be useful because of its lack of and future customers, so their views will be essential assumptions and biases. for the ¿nal report. You should expect a series of meetings and Re-branding is a signi¿cant initiative and you a facilitator from outside the company—or a should take your committee responsibilities seriously. departmental manager—to guide the conversation. Willingly participate and ensure that everyone Full participation will be encouraged so be sure to contributes. The company will undoubtedly be speak up. better equipped to face an increasingly competitive Management wishes to re-brand the company marketplace as a result of your involvement. which would seem to indicate the current branding is Submit your con¿dential questions relating to not positively contributing to growth and pro¿tability. work and of¿ce life to simongibson@shaw.ca

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COMING EVENTS

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OWNER OPERATORS & CLASS 1 Company Drivers Surrey Terminal Van Kam Freightwaysâ€™ group of companies requires Owner Operators and Class 1 Company drivers to be based out of our Surrey Terminal. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving exp./training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. Call Bev at 1-800-663-0900 or send a detailed resume and current driverâ€™s abstract. (For owner operators, provide details of your truck) to: careers@vankam.com Fax, 604-587-9889 Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. Thank you for your interest however only those of interest to us will be contacted.

SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

AUTOMOTIVE

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HELP WANTED

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VOLUNTEERS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 236

CLEANING SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

329 PAINTING & DECORATING AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

DETAILED EUROPEAN CLEANING.

TREE CLIMBER Looking for an experienced TREE CLIMBER. Min 3 yrs exp. MUST HAVE VALID DRIVERS LICENCE! Experience with a chainsaw is a must and some filing exp. Call:

TREE WORKS, Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.

Make it yours. Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.bc.ca

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New York Chicken Ltd, Burnaby, BC

Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following job: Heavy Duty Mechanic. Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259

for Landscaping Work! Competitive, Energetic, Honesty a MUST!

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Call Erica 604.777.2195 CARRIERS NEEDED YOUTH and ADULTS

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

CASHIERS J Dhillon Enterprises Ltd dba Mac’s is hiring for their location in Burnaby, BC. Cashiers ($9.93/hr, 40 hrs/week+ben). Apply by Fax-604-800-3315. CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; john@raidersconcrete.com. Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780-444-7103.

Landmark Cinemas of Canada is excited to announce that we are hiring for our new Landmark Cinemas New Westminster theatre located at Plaza 88 at the New Westminster Station. We will be holding a Job Fair located at: Unit 120 - 888 Carnavon St. @ Plaza 88 (Ground Level next to International News and A&W): Thursday April 26 from 4pm - 8pm, Friday April 27 from 2pm - 6pm. Bring your resume and tell us all of the great reasons why you will be perfect to work with us at New Westminster’s new #1 entertainment destination. We will be looking for enthusiastic and energetic candidates who can work evenings and weekends. Applicants should enjoy working in a fast paced, customer service environment. We are looking to fill all positions including Assistant Managers, Supervisors, box office, concession, usher, and cleaning staff. Previous motion picture theatre experience is not required but being able to have fun at your job and to love the movies is!

The PBF Pita Bread Factory requires Bakery Machine Operators to operate machinery to process, bag or otherwise package food products. 40 Hours/week, $15/hr + benefits. Send resumes: 7070 14th Avenue, Burnaby V3N1Z2 or email to: hr@pbf.bc.ca

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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Be part of our exciting, worldclass softball tournament, which takes place from June 30 - July 9 in Surrey, BC. We are looking for volunteers in areas such as: scorekeeping, security & parking, transportation, batgirls, tickets & gates, and more! We ask that each volunteer work a minimum of 20 hours. In exchange for your time, each volunteer will receive: • FREE ADMISSION to all playing venues • 1 complimentary item of event apparel • 1 complimentary meal per volunteer shift worked!

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ELECTRICIAN. Licensed. Local. Low cost. Big/small jobs. Renov. & panel change expert. 604-374-0062 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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Always! Pwr. raking, grass cutting, fertilizing, hedging, pruning, Rubbish rem. Free Est. 604-230-0627

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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FINANCIAL SERVICES PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc is seeking skilled Tower Crane RIGGERS for projects in the GVRD. Rigging ticket, experience on a commercial construction site working under a crane is required. Send resume via fax:

604-241-5301 or pclvancouverjobs@pcl.com

Westeel Fabrication Ltd. is looking for Structural Steel Fabricators/Erectors with track record. Please send your resume to:

info@westeelfabrication.ca or Contact: 604-543-8016

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

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539 Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

RENTALS: These listings cover all types of rentals from apartments, condos, office space, houseboats and vacation homes. So if you’re in the market to rent, or looking for a roommate, start here. bcclassified.com

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A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936. ADDITIONS, Renovations & New Construction. Concrete Forming & Framing Specialist. 604.218.3064

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JPK Contractors requires rough carpenters/joiners as soon as possible. Responsibilities: framing walls, roof structures, windows, doors, assemble and join wood components, install floor beams, follow blueprints. Full-time, 24.50$/hour, Metro Vancouver jobsites. Ideal candidate with at least four years experience as joiner/carpenter. Please contact us at jpkcontractorsca@gmail.com.

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

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

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THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Boom Man • Processor Operator • Heavy Duty Mechanics • Contract Coastal Fallers • Grapple Yarder Operator Fulltime with union rates and benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca.

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GIN GARDENER - Landscaping, Garden Care, Power Raking, Power Wash. Trimming & Paving Stones. 20 Yrs Exp. Reasonable Rates 604.725.5561 or 604.589.2748

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

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Phone: 778-340-4002 or Email: petert@4pillars.ca

CONCRETE & PLACING

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

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HERBAL MAGIC Look great for summer - 1st 9 weeks for $99. Lose Weight and keep it off. Results Guaranteed! Call NOW 1-800-8545176.

If you are unable to attend our job fair you can email your resume to: Attention: Mike Sharpe Landmark Cinemas, New Westminster Email: landmark_nw@ landmarkcinemas.ca

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DALL’ANTONIA CONCRETE Seniors disc. Friendly, family bus., 40+ yrs. 604-240-3408/604-299-7125

Call our ofﬁce or visit our website for more info. 604-536-9287 or www.canadianopen fastpitch.com or Attend our next Volunteer meeting for more details. Tuesday, May 1 7:00 pm at the Sandman Signature Hotel, 8828 201 Street, Langley

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VOLUNTEER

Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic - Truck Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires a full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic with truck experience. This position is located at our Surrey Terminal (10155 Grace Road). Applicants should have related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. This is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers. Submit a detailed resume and email/cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889 or call Derek at 604-587-9818 (leave a message) Van Kam is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Environmental Responsibility. Van Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

OF Home (604)501-9290

Efficient, Reliable, Friendly, Bonded Excellent References with 18 yrs of experience. Call Ivet: 778-235-4070

TRADES, TECHNICAL

We will be meeting and interviewing everyone on a first come first serve basis so please be prepared to wait if there are lineups during these times.

T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of a qualified Machinist. Position comes with a competitive benefit package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250286-9502. Email:tysonlambert@t-mar.com

3 Kitchen Helpers needed; completion o high sch; Assist in food preparation & kitchen duties; Will train; knowledge of English; $11.10/hr full time; Email resume: gkaur1@shaw.ca

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HELP WANTED

$100-$400 CASH DAILY

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

MLG ENTERPRISES All Aspects Landscaping & Garden Solutions

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING SERVICES

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

Call 604-575-5555

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MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555. ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

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PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

$39 SERVICE CALL plumbing, heating, plugged drains. Big & sm jobs. Ironman Plumbing (604)510-2155

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$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

604-537-4140 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

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AUTOS: To buy or sell your car, truck, RV, van, 4x4 or trailer - this category has it all. You’ll also find automotive supplies and classic cars for sale, or you can list the vehicle you’re seeking.

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PRESSURE WASHING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

Call Ian 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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PETS

FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards. Call Ken at 604-294-1393

CANE CORSO MASTIFF, shots, dewormed, tails cropped, vet ✓ Call 604-826-7634.

FREE quote for WASTE REMOVAL Rubbish removal/yard or commercial. Call Prompt Waste Mgmt. Ltd at 604-514-0480.

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

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CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

RUBBISH REMOVAL

PETS

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Call James (604)970-4492

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GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups P/B 6 weeks old, 1st shots, dewormed & vet checked. $800. (604)850-3329 No Sunday calls please. NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

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FIRST TIME HOME BUYER/INVESTOR ALERT $339,000. 4BR, 2BTH. Newly renovated, Big Lot. Call Mandip (604)537-7750. Macdonald Realty. www.bumbrah.com

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TRANSPORTATION

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2001 HONDA ACCORD-4 dr. sedan, 4 cyl. auto, local, silver w/ grey cloth, 161k, pwr. options, A/C, very clean in/out. $5450 / 604.312.7415

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YELLOW LAB PUPS. Ready to go. 2 males left. Parents on site. $400. 604-852-6176 Abbts

Newly reno’d with balcony, prkg & storage unit. Incl heat & h/water.

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

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

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PETS

Adorable Cocker Spaniel Puppies Only 4 left – purebred, no papers (604) 888-0832 asking $500 BLUE NOSE PITT BULLS, puppies, 1st shots, vet ✔, dewormed. $700. (604)530-0336 Border Collie P/B puppies dob Feb. 18 M-$450: vet ✓ first shot. 604250-4360 or 604-856-7975. CAIRN Terriers. Shots, dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. Over 20 years of referrals. 604-807-5204, 604-592-5442 or 604-854-1978

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ELITE VELOCITY Electric assist bike, 24 spd, new, must sell $1595. For specs, go to: w w w. e l i t e e l e c t r i c b i k e s . c a Frank (778)888-2144.

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DIY STEEL BUILDING DEALS! Many sizes and models. Make an offer on clearance buildings today and save thousands of dollars. FREE BROCHURE - 1-800-6685111 ext. 170.

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FURNITURE

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

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MISC. FOR SALE

Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991

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APARTMENT/CONDOS

CONDO. Estate sale. N/W facing million $ view. 803-4160 Sardis St. Bby. 498 sf. 5 min. from Skytrain/bus. Strata fee $182.50. Many amenities. $182,000. Call Roger 604-274-8944.

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Spacious & clean 1 & 2 bdrms avail. From $750 - $1020/mo. No pets.

PRESTIGIOUS - WESTWOOD PLATEAU, BRAND NEW! Not your average apt. but 1200 sf of luxurious living space, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, F/P, cov. patio, hrd. wd. flrs, Kitch. fully loaded with highend appls, and solid granite cntr tops, lndry rm with full size W/D. Close to shopping, schls, golf and bus route. Avl. immed. $1550/mth. 604-469-6990.

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HOMES FOR RENT

COQUITLAM - bright spacious, 4 bdrm. 2 bath, 2 kitchen, W/D, fenced yard, alarm, W/D, cls. to amens. $2150/mo. 604-936-4827 or 604-936-4824 for more info.

750

SUITES, LOWER

SFU, 2 BR suite, Sep. ent; 1000sft, school, bus, skytrain; No pets & No smoking. 604-649-8987

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TOWNHOUSES

MC Bride Place. 415 Ginger drive. 2 bdrm T/H. Family Housing. Close all amens, schls, transit. Pet friendly great loca. $1015/m.604-451-6676 NEW WESTMINSTER, 828 Royal Ave. Brand new 2/bdrm T/H, 6/appli, sec parking, $1500/mo. Avail now. Nr SkyTrain. TJ @ Sutton Proact, (604)728-5460 NOONS CREEK Housing Co-op Orientation Meeting, Sat. April 28th at 1pm in the common room located at #58-675 Noons Creek Dr. Port Moody. We are accepting applications for 2 - 3 bdrms. Subsidy wait list avail. Share purchase from $1400-$1800. $15 Non-refundable application fee required. Applications available at orientation Please call 604-469-9763 PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1030/mo - $1134/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available. 19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

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2011 WINDRIVER 230 RKS, loaded, used 2 short trips, brought Jul. 21/11,asking $26,000 obo. Must sell. Don (778)344-8047.

We Will Pay You $1000

COQUITLAM WW Plateau. Two 2 bdrm condos, near all amens, Douglas Coll, schools, Aquatic Cntr & Coq Ctr. 6 appli’s, storage, fitness centre. NS/NP. 1 in Silver Springs $1350 and 1 near City Hall $1290. Avail May 1st. Call 604-941-3259.

Panorama Court MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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NEW WESTMINSTER 6th & Columbia, 1 bdrm condo on 17th floor in prestigious “The Pointe”. Pool gym sauna 1 prkg NS/NP $1300mo Avail May 1. Frank 604-857-2980

Tree removal done RIGHT!

2003 21’ WILDWOOD 5th wheel, light weight, a/c, awning, slide-out beaut cond. $15,900/obo. Free storage till May/2012. 604-287-1127

Call 604-525-2661 BURNABY

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288 The Scrapper

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1997 WILDWOOD 26’ 5th wheel, great cond., stored inside, new tires & fridge, incl. hitch, only $7,900. Phone 604-858-2949.

Near HighGate Mall Quiet, Spacious 1 Bdrm Suites.

Yellow Labs,p/b, 5m, $500, obo.dewormed, vet chkd. Chwk. 604-7947633/604-997-3040 No Sun. calls.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

1997 FLEETWOOD 27’ Class A Motorhome, self-contained,sleeps 6 b.i. generator, TV, lots of storage. $13,900/obo. **Or Tade for Smaller Unit** 604-853-5528 Abbotsford.

APARTMENT/CONDO

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821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

VIZSLA PUPS, PB, shots, vet✓ champion lines, $850. 604-8192115. vizsla@telus.net

CARS - DOMESTIC

1995 MONTE CARLO fully loaded, almost new tires, good cond. Needs trans. $800 obo. (604)530-5014.

2008 PONTIAC WAVE, 4 dr sedan, auto, high kms. runs/looks good, white, $3500 firm. 604-538-9257.

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

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TRANSPORTATION

2008 Chrysler Sebring Convert. Grey/grey. Loaded, priced to sell. Please call Richard 778-222-0140.

RENTALS

Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk. Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

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

REAL ESTATE

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

1986 PONTIAC PARISIANNE, 1 owner, 186,500 km, no accidents. $1500. Call (604)860-4806

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $6000 firm. Call 604-538-4883

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TRUCKS & VANS

2007 FORD F150 XLT 4 X 4, only 70 km, new tires & brakes, dark blue, excellent cond. $19,900. Phone 604-858-2949

MARINE 912

BOATS

2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 604-319-5720 the TOP TEN reasons to choose

CARS - DOMESTIC

1967 MUSTANG Conv auto, pb, ps, 289 V8, red on red, white top, GT frond end, exc cond. $29,500 obo. (604)535-0226.

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

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