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A member of the Burnaby RCMP allows a command vehicle to enter the scene on Royal Oak where two bodies were discovered in a sushi restaurant Sunday night.
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The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) is investigating a double murder at Royal Oak Sushi House in South Burnaby Sunday night. IHIT spokesperson Sgt. Jennifer Pound said the victims are a man and a woman and they were both shot. “They are not known to police and they are both associated to that business.”
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The Dolphin Cinema, which has served North Burnaby for ¿ve decades, could soon be demolished to make way for a new development. The property at 4555 Hastings St. is the subject of a rezoning application which proposes to replace the movie theatre with a fourstorey mixed-use development. Under the Hastings Street Area Plan, to achieve the maximum permitted Àoor space, the project would have to comprise commercial space on the ¿rst two storeys, with residential on the top two Àoors, according to a city staff report. The developer, Heights Entertainment, has proposed that instead of the second Àoor being used for commercial space, that it house 11 accessible rental units through a partnership with the Vancouver Resource Society. The society, a nonpro¿t organization that specializes in providing accessible housing for people with disabilities, would own the units and rent them to tenants who qualify. Please see DOLPHIN, A5
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pipeline can have right-of-ways up to 30 metres wide. “We’ve been very conservative in the drawing of it.” The pipeline route criss-crosses parts of North Burnaby as it leads to the Chevron re¿nery, Suncor’s facilities, the Westridge terminal, the Kinder Morgan tank farm, and to Vancouver International Airport through the leg dedicated to jet fuel. “It is a very extensive network of piping. I don’t really know if Kinder Morgan plans to put new pipeline over all of that. I would think they probably would have to,” he said.
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After releasing a map he commissioned to let constituents know where Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain pipeline runs, BurnabyDouglas NDP MP Kennedy Stewart said the biggest surprise has been in people’s reactions. “I think what’s starting to surprise me is how few people are aware of the extent of the [pipeline] infrastructure in Burnaby,” Stewart said from Ottawa. “It is a little bit of denial period right now, I think, for folks living in Burnaby,” he said. “It’s just such a giant project in a place that’s relatively calm, and not used to really this non-consensual kind of development happening.” Kinder Morgan is proposing to twin the pipeline, which runs from Edmonton to Burnaby, to facilitate the export, via tanker ships, of oil sands crude to overseas markets. As reported in the NewsLeader, Stewart has warned that if the proposal is approved by the National Energy Board, land could potentially be expropriated for the major $4.1-billion construction project which would involve large trenches along the company’s rightof-way. That could possibly include Burnaby homes, which have been built within the safety zones of the pipeline since it was ¿rst installed in the 1950s. “That’s why I think it’s important to get this information out there,” Stewart said. He hired a consultant to produce the map of the existing pipeline route using data from government sources. It’s drawn to scale, showing the right-of-way being 18-metres wide, although the
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North Burnaby legion aims to redevelop Veterans club would still occupy project Wanda Chow wchow@burnabynewsleader.com
The legion hall in North Burnaby could soon be redeveloped, according to a rezoning application. The property at 4354 Hastings St. is currently occupied by the Royal Canadian Legion hall No. 148 on its eastern half, with its surface parking lot taking up the western half. The proposed development concept is for a new four-storey
mixed-use building that would be divided into two air parcels, said a city staff report. The western portion of the new building would house the legion’s operations, including its canteen, club and of¿ces. The legion intends to lease the ground level to a commercial tenant, operate its canteen (with a patio) and club on the second Àoor, and use the third and fourth storeys for its of¿ces. The eastern portion of the building would be an airspace parcel under separate ownership,
and be comprised of ground-level commercial space and three storeys of market residential units above. Vehicle access to the underground parking would be from the lane. The proposed new canteen and club would require a liquor licence application and liquor licence review. The existing legion hall currently holds a liquor primary club licence for up to 425 people (up to 260 people on the main Àoor in the canteen and club, and up to 165 people in the second-Àoor auditorium).
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“Legion representatives are aware and agreeable to the fact that the rezoning and development proposal will require a reduction in the number of liquor primary seats for the new canteen and club,” the report said. The number of liquor seats for the new canteen and club will be determined as the applicant prepares a suitable and more detailed plan of development, it said.
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Confederation Park could soon get a new playground if Burnaby council approves $1.4 million in capital projects proposed by the Burnaby parks department. The playground project would cost $250,000 to remove the existing structures and replace them with a CSA-approved structure, and install rubber surfacing underneath, according to a city staff report. The funds would also cover the cost of adding site furniture and shade structures near the spray pool and playground, as well us upgrades to playcourts and walkway improvements. Tennis courts at Stoney Creek and Keswick parks would be resurfaced and the fencing replaced, for $180,000, which would include a review and potential phase one installation of new surfacing techniques for courts at Central Park. Another $100,000 is proposed to fund improvements to the 236 kilometres of trails and walkways in city parks, including grade changes, trail widening, installation of safety railings and washout reconstruction. At Kensington Park ¿elds, $150,000 would be spent to install new drainage systems on ¿elds one to four to improve playability for soccer and baseball. And $725,000 is designated for repaving of the west parking lots at Cameron Centre, the second half of the lot for Burnaby Lake Sports Complex East and the Burnaby Mountain Golf CourseSquint Lake Park access road.
A man was assaulted in an early morning home invasion Thursday, but nothing was stolen, say Burnaby RCMP. Shortly after midnight on May 24, four males wearing masks went to a home on Albert Street in North Burnaby and identi¿ed themselves as RCMP of¿cers before kicking in the door. Once inside, they assaulted one male then left. Nothing was taken. Burnaby RCMP say they are investigating the incident together with another case where suspects unsuccessfully tried to get into a jewelry store at a local mall while wearing police-type insignias. “We are concerned whenever criminals are personating police of¿cers and the obvious victimization that is occurring to the innocent citizens within the City of Burnaby,” said Burnaby RCMP Supt. Darren Lench, operations of¿cer and assistant of¿cer in charge of the detachment. “I would encourage anyone having doubts about the claims of someone purporting to be a police of¿cer to call us immediately.”
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Car trunk sale June 2 in Edmonds It’s a new take on garage sales: instead of searching for an obscure address and ¿nding one heap of stuff, check out the Car Trunk Sale at Edmonds Community Centre on June 2 where you’ll ¿nd a whole bunch of heaps. Admission is free for buyers, and for $12.57 you can load up your car, truck or minivan with used items and stake a claim in the parking lot.
Or you can splurge and rent a table for an extra $5.76. “It’s like a Àea market trunk sale,” said Laurie Woolley, recreational coordinator at the community centre. “Everything from used household items to clothing, to kids toys, there’s all kinds of treasures.” This year the sale is participating in Environment Week as a part of a week-long Burnaby initiative. “It’s meant to all be gently used, recycled, pre-loved things,” said Woolley. “We’re encouraging people to recycle things and to not ¿ll up the land¿ll with stuff.” Food and refreshments will be available for purchase at the event. Call 604-297-4400 in advance to reserve your spot and for guidelines. The event is at 7252 Kingsway, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Bustin’ Out at Shadbolt Bustin’ Out All Over cabaret show comes to the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts on June 1 and 2. Six multi-talented actors will perform in 15-minute pieces about the nature of secrets and what happens when they can no longer be contained. “I think they can expect the unexpected,” said Cory Philley, events coordinator. Neezar Joeseph, a stilt walker, opera singer and comic will host the adult-orientated show which will include monologues, songs, a live band and video projections. Tickets are $32 for adults and $27 for students and seniors. For more information call 604291-6864. The event will take place at 6450 Deer Lake Avenue from 8 to 10 p.m.
Wednesday, May 30, 28, 2012 NewsLeader A5
Council to consider alternatives to RCMP To seek deadline extension for signing of new RCMP contract Wanda Chow wchow@burnabynewsleader.com
Burnaby city hall appears to be seriously considering policing alternatives to the RCMP. That’s despite a looming May 31 deadline the province set for B.C. municipalities to sign the new 20-year RCMP contract. Burnaby’s ¿nance and civic development committee is proposing council direct staff to prepare a request for proposal to commission a consultant who would study alternatives to the city’s current arrangement with the RCMP. The committee also asked council to seek an extension to the province’s deadline. Council was to consider the proposals on Monday, after the NewsLeader’s deadline. “The city is seriously considering looking at all its options,” said Coun. Dan Johnston, chair of the committee,
in an interview. “The proposal that’s before us from the RCMP has a lot of unanswered questions, and we’re not getting any answers, so it’s time to look at the whole picture.” Unresolved issues include ways municipalities can control costs and how much of the RCMP’s capital costs they will have to cover, such as the new headquarters being built in Surrey, estimated to cost $1.2 billion. If approved, the proposal would seek policing experts to examine the costs and other impacts of operating under a different model. “Maybe it’s still the RCMP but we want to be convinced that that’s the case. Maybe there’s a better option.” If council goes ahead with the plan, it would ask the province for a two-year extension to sign the contract, “hoping that they understand it’s in everyone’s best interests and that some of our neighbouring municipalities are interested in joining this process,” Johnston said.
Alternatives could include a municipal force, or a combined force serving more than one municipality. As for the province’s deadline, “my understanding is they haven’t made a decision as to what the implications are of that,” he said. “Needless to say, I don’t think there’s a problem, I don’t think the city’s going to be without policing ... Personally, I don’t think the province is going to be too quick to do anything too drastic.” In the meantime, Burnaby could simply continue working under the existing contract, in consultation with the Solicitor General, Johnston said. The study would take up to two years. “We want to assure the citizens that we’re not trying to eliminate the policing force, we’re just trying to look for a better model that saves everybody money and/ or potential time, [that’s] better at serving the community.” twitter.com/WandaChow
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A Section 219 Covenant would be sought requiring that over the long term the 11 units continue to be used as accessible rental housing, the report said. The third and fourth Àoors would comprise market housing units. A rezoning, as well as a minor amendment to the Hastings Street Area Plan, are required to allow the added housing on the second Àoor. Meanwhile, the Dolphin Cinemas continues to NEWSLEADER FILE operate until it’s told A rezoning application has been À led with city hall for a new development on the otherwise. Dolphin Cinemas property on Hastings Street. “It’s still in talks and right now we’re continuing with the Hats Off Day parade in to run the business as usual,” said can try ballroom, West Coast Burnaby Heights on Saturday, theatre manager Nathan Ferguson swing, line dance, tap dance and jazz dance,” said Kathy June 2. on Monday. twitter.com/WandaChow Doedert, recreational supervisor A detailed schedule is available at Confederation. at the centre at 4585 Albert St. Celebrate Other activities will include Seniors week will also be Seniors Week at lunch with the stars, a tour of celebrated at the Edmonds 55+ Confederation CTV television studios, Kundalini Community Centre, Bonsor yoga and brain gym. Recreation Complex and For those 55 and older, Seniors “It’s always fun to celebrate Cameron Recreation Complex, Week at the Confederation different things in our community with each location putting on its Community Centre is a great way and to celebrate our seniors,” own events. to celebrate and try new things, said Doedert. “It’s just a one-shot Check out www.burnaby.ca/ June 2 to 10. opportunity to try something Things-To-Do/Community“At Confederation we’re doing new.” Centres.html for more a dance sampler, where people Seniors Week will kick off information.
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AirCare will die a natural death in December, 2014. It is long overdue. The provincial program, which is operated by a private operator under TransLink oversight, was actually instituted in the dying days of the Social Credit government. The Socreds were desperate to be seen as ‘doing something’ about air pollution from vehicles. By the time it was up and running in early 1992, the Socreds had been voted out and the NDP was in power. Thus some members of the NDP are claiming the program came in under their government, which is technically true. However, it was not their policy initiative. AirCare has been unpopular from the beginning, but at ¿rst it did serve a purpose. There were a lot of polluting vehicles on the road, some with pollution control equipment that had been disabled. Others belched oil smoke because of engine wear, and there was nothing to stop such vehicles from being driven inde¿nitely. AirCare either forced these vehicles off the road, or into a shop for needed repairs. But the testing was erratic at ¿rst, with vehicles failing at one test station and passing at another. AirCare hasn’t been necessary for some time. There simply aren’t enough older vehicles on the road to make such an expensive and bureaucratic program necessary. The province’s idea is to perhaps shift the emphasis to testing of larger vehicles, which has always been AirCare’s Achilles heel. Large trucks and buses have not been held to the same anti-pollution standards, even though they are a key source of vehicle emissions. It doesn’t make sense to set up AirCare-type stations for large vehicles. What would be more logical would be to give police and commercial vehicle inspectors enough power to take a badlypolluting vehicle off the road, or order one in for testing if they suspect pollution control devices have been tampered with. This should apply to all vehicles. – Black Press
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Scenes from the farm trenches With ongoing pipeline and oil tanker skirmishes, and a hot summer for mining and logging still to come, the green war in B.C. shows no signs of slowing down. Things are already hot in the Fraser Valley, where the federal government’s change to the de¿nition of ¿sh habitat has opened a new front on the farms. Farmers brieÀy got into the public discussion by hauling a couple of cute calves into downtown Vancouver and staging a television-friendly demo in front of the federal ¿sheries of¿ce. They have been saying for decades that imposing salmon stream regulations on drainage ditches around their ¿elds is impractical. Fraser Valley Conservative MPs Randy Kamp and Mark Strahl even had the nerve to meet with local mayors to hear their concerns about B.C.’s most productive farmland, without inviting self-appointed “activists.” Arrayed against them is an environmental lobby whose deep green wing was de¿ned by Marvin Rosenau, a former provincial
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biologist who now teaches “¿sh, wildlife and recreation technology” at BCIT. “Mark Strahl is leading the charge of eco-fascists intent on making the last dime off the backs of the last remnants of an absolutely spectacular ecosystem,” Rosenau told the Chilliwack Progress. “A massive and productive Àoodplain of ¿sh and aquatic values … has been drained, ditched, tiled and laser-leveled for agricultural pro¿t.” The same could be said for the broad ¿elds of Richmond and Pitt Polder farms north of the Fraser, a wetland diked and drained by Dutch settlers after World War II. Farms are “industrializing the landscape,” said Rosenau, who stopped short of calling for them all to be shut down.
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At the provincial level we have a new Animal Health Act, which threatens heavy ¿nes or even jail time for prematurely leaking reports of serious animal disease outbreaks. This was also portrayed as a jack-booted sellout of the public’s right to know, putting the business interests of land and ocean farms ahead of public safety. Here’s what’s really happening. As is generally the case with meat inspection and livestock issues, the federal government is imposing rules on provinces in the wake of avian Àu and “mad cow” outbreaks. Canadian beef was banned in 30 countries after a single infected cow was identi¿ed in Alberta in 2003. B.C. Agriculture Minister Don McRae assures me this legislation will not result in reporters or environmental activists being thrown in jail for telling the public about sick animals. They and the farmers themselves can say all they want, once infections are con¿rmed and quarantines established. McRae and Paul Kitching, B.C.’s chief veterinarian, pleaded for the public to understand that any farm
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reporting system must rely on voluntary compliance by farmers. When the B.C. government took the advice of B.C. Information and Privacy Commissioner Elizabeth Denham and began releasing ¿sh farm inspection data in 2010, the operators stopped providing samples voluntarily. The ¿sh farmers’ position was that you can have a co-operative system of farm inspections or one that’s imposed, but not both. Imposing inspections on land farms across B.C.’s vast area is even less practical. Former Alberta premier Ralph Klein famously observed that the next rancher to ¿nd a possible mad cow should have “shot, shoveled and shut up” rather than ¿le a report and devastate the industry. Denham, the NDP and others appear to operate under an assumption that there should be suf¿cient government resources to sample and inspect every farm across B.C. for reportable contagious illnesses. This is similar to the fashionable notion that we should have enough park rangers to guard every cedar tree.
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Falcon could make tax system fairer Finance Minister Kevin Falcon describes the PST as “stupid.” As someone who voted against his government’s alternative—the HST—I ¿nd his remark disrespectful and, for a politician, a dumb thing to say. Moreover, I resent him trying to guilt me and the majority of other HST referendum voters by stressing that low-income earners will no longer be eligible for the (up to) $230 a year HST tax credit. He conveniently doesn’t mention the tax savings that will occur under the PST with respect to items that once again will be tax exempt. If Falcon still feels there is an imbalance, there are many ways he can correct it, not the least of which is the introduction of a fairer and more just tax system. The fact that he has not done so as ¿nance minister speaks volumes about his supposed concern for those at the bottom of the income scale. But maybe he’s too busy licking old wounds. Bill Brassington Burnaby
WONDERFUL MEMORIES Re: Sisters bid farewell to home late father built What wonderful memories! It was a pleasure working with both Rhonda and Charmaine. I would like to clarify that I did not say or indicate the home was a “tear down.” Mr and Mrs Yanko kept this home in very good condition and the buyer is renting out the home but has plans to build in the future. Lisa Borsato Royal LePage I sure do remember that bear chasing us! I lost a brand new shoe to him! Eileen Barker
UNFORTUNATE REALITY Re: Travel agency closes,customers may be eligible for refunds This is too bad. I’ve used Expedia CruiseShipCenters on Hastings near Willingdon before, and they are a great alternative. Arrif Meghji —online comment burnabynewsleader.com
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We don’t have good government in Burnaby, we have weak incompetent government. They are unwilling to make tough decisions. They refuse to contract out services and continue to employ way too many people. Also they are the only Metro Vancouver city with a fair wage law that requires all companies contracting with the city to pay union wages and provide union bene¿ts. All of this greatly increases the cost of running the city. For whose bene¿t is the city being run? Certainly not the taxpayers or the voters. As usual Burnaby city council has taken the easy way out and raised taxes four per cent, two per cent more than the rate of inÀation. This is unacceptable. Garth Evans Burnaby
For most senior high school students and their parents there is an endless debate and dilemma about future prospects. During this sensitive time leading up to graduation, it is crucial that parents do not place extra pressure on students. These pressures would not only fail to provide a positive effect, but actually work towards the contrary. Parents should provide support instead of a spartan training approach. Communication between students and teachers also becomes important. As the teacher would have an extensive amount of knowledge in this ¿eld, teachers should educate students on subjects such as post-secondary environments, provincial exams and future career considerations. Students need to educate themselves about the options they have after graduation as well. Taking time off school to work?
Traveling before attending universities? Or jumping straight into work? Students should be proactive. Even though it may be tedious, it’s worth the extra effort to research their future direction. Jia Chen Burnaby
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and what people think of as boring now becomes something very visually and musically interesting,” she says. Driedger-Klassen loves to be in front of an audience, and at 16 she took her ¿rst singing lesson and discovered she had a talent for it. Originally a pianist in training, she made the jump into singing after shoulder problems made it dif¿cult to play. She won a few provincial singing competitions that year and “never looked back.” “I just knew I liked to sing,”
Those days alone in a room with a piano can sometimes be lonely for the singer, but it helps her appreciate the really social Elizabeth Walters reporter@burnabynewsleader.com times. Working with new pieces, “I In today’s economy it’s hard to have no preconceived notions land a job, but for a professional of what it’s supposed to be,” she soprano like Robyn Driedgersaid. “I ¿nd it very challenging Klassen the search is never and I love unravelling the ending. mysteries of it.” The Burnaby woman has Being the ¿rst to play a part been a part of many productions also pushes her creatively when from Baroque to contemporary she is on stage. music, and performances “In the moment if you’re that have included Mozart’s totally inspired, magical things Requiem, Handel’s Messiah happen, things that you’ve never and Beethoven’s Ninth done before. It’s a thrill Symphony. like no other because Even though she has you can’t go back and had great successes it still Robyn Driedger-Klassen, soprano redo something.” usually takes 50 auditions It’s a job that is completely weird and As for the future, she wonderful. Every day is different—some days to book one job, the hopes to keep singing, are amazing like when you are actually singing competition ¿erce among performing and working and performing it’s wonderful, but most of the female opera singers who on her craft. time it’s just me by myself in a room with a are sopranos. “I ¿nd my dreams piano. Her career didn’t just kind of change as just happen overnight opportunities come up,” either, it took “hard work and she said. “I didn’t really learn a Driedger-Klassen said. “There’s perseverance,” she says. lot about opera until I went to so much great stuff out there, “You have to just put yourself school.” and you never know what kind out there every day.” Now that she has turned of experience you are going to Along with auditions and singing into a career, Driedgerhave.” performing Driedger-Klassen ¿lls Klassen said she can’t imagine Festival of Song tickets range her time teaching and organizing doing anything else. from free to $40 depending on on behalf of the Vancouver “It’s a job that is completely the event and can be purchased at International Song Institute. weird and wonderful. Every Ticketmaster.ca. This month, she is involved in day is different—some days Full details on all festival several performances at VISI’s are amazing like when you are events can be found at www. annual Song¿re Festival of Song, actually singing and performing song¿re.ca. an event that runs throughout Driedger-Klassen will be it’s wonderful, but most of the June. performing on June 7, 9, 10, 14 time it’s just me by myself in a “We make theatre out of song, and 22 during the festival. room with a piano.”
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Check out new additions to Hats Off Day this year in the Heights neighbourhood on June 2. Heights merchants have been presenting Hats Off Day for 28 years. The event started as a customer appreciation event. The Hats Off Day Parade continues with families and friends gathering together early on a Saturday morning to score front-row seats. As always, the parade will kick off with the Vancouver and Seattle police motorcycle drill teams. As well, the pancake breakfast is back again, so be sure to drop by to pick up your tasty breakfast as 50 pancake breakfasts will be given to the ¿rst 50 arrivals at the top of every hour between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. All proceeds will bene¿t Burnaby Community Connections. New this year is a rest area sponsored by Community Savings Credit Union where freezies,
water and treats for your furry friends will be handed out. This year there will also be a Tourism Burnaby Main Stage, which promises to deliver exciting, colourful and culturally diverse performances all day long, featuring everything from a Punjabi Bhangra group to a Brazilian drumming group. Another big part of the event is the Show and Shine, which will feature owners of antique, vintage, foreign or muscle cars driving them along the parade route and parking on Hastings for people to get a closer look. Returning to the event this year will be a mountain bike stunt show, an inÀatable paintball range with plastic balls and a kids play zone. New to the play zone this year will be a climbing wall, a bouncy slide and an inÀatable maze. Merchants will be out on the sidewalks, offering specials, food and giveaways throughout the day. For details visit www.hatsoffday.com Hats Off runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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“On behalf of Burnaby City Council, I extend my best wishes to the many community volunteers who make Hats Off Day such a success.” - Mayor Derek Corrigan and City Councillors: Pietro Calendino Richard Chang Sav Dhaliwal Dan Johnston
Colleen Jordan Anne Kang Paul McDonell Nick Volkow
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Promoting a distinct and advertising, and commercial area in North participating in the Burnaby is the Heights monthly Heights insert in Merchants Association the local paper (HMA), a Business • Develop marketing Improvement Area (BIA) materials, such as consisting of more than the annual Heights 350 merchants and 150 Business Directory property owners. as well as the Heights The HMA actively Guide and Map, promotes the Heights, which are distributed improves its physical to thousands of attractiveness, organizes homes throughout events, attracts shoppers Burnaby, Vancouver, and businesses to the the North Shore and area, solves problems Port Moody and advocates on • Actively engage in behalf of its members, social media implements plans for the • Business recruitment neighbourhood’s future, initiatives and contributes to the • Create popular community in multiple promotional items, NEWSLEADER FILE ways. such as Heights The Heights Merchants Association has been It is the mandate of shopping bags and instrumental in creating a cohesive identity for the the HMA to work on umbrellas shopping district, including re-purposing the old Helen’s behalf of its members to children’s wear sign to mark the neighbourhood. create and promote the Communication and (available for merchants economic development of the member services: Build member to borrow to clean their Heights commercial district in relations storefronts) cooperation with the community. • Provide welcome kits for new • Decorative street banner merchants PROGRAMS AND SERVICES program • Provide business kits for HMA’s members are located • Tree well maintenance prospective merchants along Hastings Street between • Bi-annual mural program • Publish Heights Outlook Boundary Road and Gamma • Anti-graf¿ti initiatives newsletter (semi-annually) Avenue. The association is • Seasonal street tree lighting • Produce The Pulse e-bulletins funded by a special property (bi-weekly) tax levy, which is voted on by Event planning: Host events • Publish Heights Business the membership and enacted and celebrations to foster a strong Directory (annually) as a bylaw by the City of sense of place • Maintain Heights web Burnaby. The HMA uses the • Organize and facilitate many directory of businesses levy to promote and enhance special events, including Hats • Host seminars and events, the Heights in many ways, Off Day, Giro di Burnaby including networking open including: improving its physical (City of Burnaby event), houses and mixers attractiveness, organizing special Halloween on the Heights, • Conduct member and events, attracting shoppers and Light up the Heights and customer surveys (conducted businesses to the area, solving Chinese New Year periodically) problems and lobbying on behalf • Engage in special projects of its members, implementing Safety and security: Prevent such as professional plans for our neighbourhood’s crime and foster security marketing surveys and future and contributing to the • Support Business Watch re-branding strategies community in multiple ways. Program It is the mandate of the HMA to • Distribute security alerts Advocacy: Support the success work on behalf of its members to • Host safety workshops and needs of our merchants create and promote the economic and seminars as needed in • Work on behalf of our development of the Heights partnership with the RCMP members on various municipal commercial district in cooperation • Member of the Community and provincial issues as they with the community. Below are a Policing Advisory Committee arise and impact our commercial few of the ways in which we try (CPAC) district. to achieve this objective: • HOV lane Marketing and promotions: • Parking Street beauti¿cation: Enhance Market and promote the area on • Pedestrian friendliness and our local character and physical behalf of merchants safety environment • Develop campaigns and • Streetscape enhancements, • Litter pick up four times a initiatives that promote such as public art projects, week the Heights, including a pole painting, and hanging • Power washing program website, media relations Àower basket program
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Burnaby Seniors’ Interagency Society’s
HEALTHY AGING FAIR Lougheed Town Centre, Burnaby
A one-stop shop for aging June 5, 2012 • 10amwell to 5pm Elizabeth Walters CONTRIBUTOR
The friendly and informative Healthy Aging Fair returns to Lougheed Town Centre on June 5, to help seniors and their families to learn about services and options available in their community. “It’s a one-stop place where they can get information on a series of needs that they may have,” said Nargis Kakar, the Healthy Aging Fair co-chair. “I think it’s important because there’s a lot of services out there, but a lot of them are not easily accessible to seniors.” This year, over 30 organizations will showcase products and services for seniors including transportation services, seniors’ housing providers, home accessibility solutions, and health support services. “Seniors are here and they’re a vibrant part of our community and it’s our community’s moral obligation to support them,” Kakar said. “We owe it to them, they built this country that we are enjoying today.” Organizers expect this year’s fair to be the biggest one yet, with more sponsors, booths, prizes and events, which include Chinese dancers from Cameron Centre, a comedy act, a chair exercises demonstration, a seniors swing band and a seniors belly dancing demo. The fair is being put on by the Burnaby Seniors’ Interagency Society and is sponsored by the Mulberry Retirement Residence, the NewsLeader, and the City of Burnaby. An appreciative audience enjoys entertainment at last year’s Healthy Aging Fair at Lougheed Town Centre. The fair is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Burnaby Seniors’ Interagency Society’s
HEALTHY AGING FAIR
Lougheed Town Centre, Burnaby • June 5, 2012 • 10am to 5pm
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 10:00 A.M. CHINESE DANCERS – CAMERON CENTRE 11:00 A.M. ASAPH CONCERT BAND – NEW VISTA GROUPS 12:00 P.M. CLUTTERMANIA – COMEDY ACT
1:00 P.M. CHAIR EXERCISES WITH LULU CHAVEZ – CONFEDERATION PARK 2:00 P.M. METRO SENIORS SWING BAND 3:00 P.M. SENIORS BELLY DANCING DEMO WITH SOPHIA SOO
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The Queen Celebrates 60 Years as Monarch.
Celebrate with Us! Friday, June 8th 2:30 – 4 pm Join us for an elegant afternoon of tea in honour of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Reminisce about the life of our Monarch. Enjoy live music and savour scones with Devonshire Cream. Don your “derby” duds. Hats and fascinators are welcome. Tours will also be available. Part of BC Seniors’ Week! *Please RSVP by June 6th by calling 604-526-2248.
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The Mulberry has received the industry’s highest professional designation, the BC Seniors Living Asociation’s Seal of Approval.
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Burnaby Seniors’ Interagency Society’s
HEALTHY AGING FAIR
Lougheed Town Centre, Burnaby • June 5, 2012 • 10am to 5pm
What is Burnaby Seniors’ Interagency Society? BSIS is a partnership of seniors, for-pro¿t and non-pro¿t organizations, and government service providers that collaborate to address the needs and issues of Burnaby seniors. BSIS members are committed
to improving the quality of life of Burnaby seniors. Since 2003, BSIS has organized the Healthy Aging Series, a popular series of workshops which highlight important issues for
seniors and gives them the tools and knowledge to be better equipped for this stage of life. This series addresses the need for education to the community which is timely, cost effective and accessible to all
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who live and work in Burnaby. In 2007, BSIS sponsored the Voices of Burnaby Seniors project which surveyed Burnaby seniors regarding their housing, transportation, health and support service needs. The VOBS is continuing its work on this project. The efforts of this group have been supported by the Ministry of Health. The group began as the BSSS which stood for Burnaby Seniors’ Services Society before changing its name to Burnaby Seniors’ Interagency Society. It has been in operation for over 25 years. You can learn more about BSIS at our website at http:// burnabyseniors.org.
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Susan Moore, the president of Bell Alliance Transitions, discusses bereavement and life management with a visitor at a previous Healthy Aging Fair at Lougheed Town Centre.
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3rd Annual Seniors of Distinction Awards Proudly hosted by Harmony Court Estate CALL FOR NOMINATIONS In h honour off O October b 1st the h International Day of the Older Person, please join Harmony Court Estate Retirement Community (AgeCare) and the Burnaby New Westminster NewsLeader to celebrate our local seniors with our 3rd Annual Seniors of Distinction Awards. The Seniors of Distinction Awards are an opportunity to recognize all seniors who share their culture and talents, enrich our communities and enhance the well-being of those around them. We have created the following four categories to honour local seniors in which nominees can be entered.
Arts: Visual . Performing . Literary and other. Leadership: Service to associations, director of not for profit programs, support groups etc. Community: Volunteerism, community fund rasing, etc. Healthy Living: Sports, gardening, recreation participation etc. Who can I nominate? . Anyone who is over the age of 65 as of January 1, 2012. . Anyone who currently lives in Burnaby or New Westminister. . Anyone whose accomplishments took place in Burnaby or New Westminster. . Awards are not for past achievements - prior to being 65 years of age. How will the winner be selected? A Selection Committee comprised of local community citizens and sponsors will review nominations. For more details please visit us at www.harmonycourtestate.ca
Seniors of Distinction Nomination Form Nominee’s Name: Address: City: Postal Code:
Province: Age of Nominee:
Category of Nomination: Arts . Leadership . Community Service . Healthy Living I confirm that the information and supporting documentation for my nominee is correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief.
Nominator’s Signature: Date:
Phone:
I consent to stand for nomination and to participate in the Seniors of Distinction Awards. My name, photo and any personal information in this nomination form and supporting documentation may be used during the award ceremony, publications and possible media coverage. I understand that my personal details such as phone number, address or any other aspects of my personal information will not be shared and are treated as strictly confidential.
Nominee’s Signature: Date:
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Please attach a brief statement (no more than 2 pages) about the nominee’s contribution to Arts Leadership Community Service or Healthy Living in Burnaby and New Westminster and why you feel they deserve the award.
Nominations due by Friday August 31st, 2012. Harmony Court Estate
MAIL OR DROP YOUR NOMINATION FORM OFF AT: . Harmony Court Estate - 7197 Canada Way, Burnaby . Burnaby New Westminster NewsLeader - 7438 Fraser Park Drive, Burnaby . Bonsor Recreation Complex - 6550 Bonsor Avenue, Burnaby . Confederation Seniors Centre - 4585 Alberta Street, Burnaby
. Cameron Recreation Complex - 9523 Cameron Street, Burnaby . Edmonds Community Centre - 7282 Kingsway Burnaby . Century House - 620 Eighth Street, New Westminster . City Hall - 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster
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Burnaby Seniors’ Interagency Society’s
HEALTHY AGING FAIR
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Burnaby Seniors’ Interagency Society’s
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“Bernie and Red” entertain at last year’s Healthy Aging Fair at Lougheed Town Centre.
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The Burnaby South Stroke Recovery Club meets second and fourth Friday of the month 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway, Burnaby. Info, 604-525-1671. Dementia Helpline Diagnosed or in the p ro c e s s o f b e i n g diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment or one of the different forms of dementia? The group meets the first and third Thursday of each month in Burnaby. Info, 604-298-0780 or 604-298-0711.
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Affordable counselling and therapeutic services: • Individual Counselling • Couple Counselling • Grief & Bereavement • Mid-life Transition • Stress Management • Communication & Relationship Building
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Burnaby Cares About Healthy Aging . . . How can you stay active and healthy?
In Burnaby, the possibilities are endless! Enjoy a workout in a cardio/weight room, join a dance, fitness, yoga, or tai chi class, cover some ground in a walking group, or play a sport.
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Stay connected and meet friends by going on a bus trip, learning about computers, playing bingo or cards, or joining a choir or a painting class. And participate in Burnaby’s many special event celebrations. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. This year, Burnaby is proud to host the 2012 B.C. Seniors Games from August 21 to 24. For more information, visit www.2012bcseniorsgames.org.
Cameron Centre 9523 Cameron Street 604-297-4456
Each of Burnaby’s seniors’ centres offers a weekly or monthly health service – come by for blood pressure monitoring, massage, chair exercise, weight and height monitoring and lots of information to help you keep healthy. This service is offered in partnership with Burnaby Partners in Seniors’ Wellness. Drop by one of the City of Burnaby’s centres to enjoy a wide range of exciting activities for people 55 years and older. We look forward to seeing you there!
Edmonds Centre 7282 Kingsway 604 297-4400 Bonsor Centre 6550 Bonsor Street 604-297-4580
PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES
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An Invitation to all Seniors to experience
Thursday, June 14th, 2012 ~ 10:00 am to 4:00 pm We are Proud to Present ~ The 5th Annual ~ A Taste of Amica. If you have never visited your neighbourhood Amica at Rideau Manor Retirement Community, this is the day to satisfy your curiosity… and your taste buds! Throughout the day of June 14, we will showcase one of our true passions… the fine dining experience and the culinary excellence of our Chefs and staff. Join us any time during this complimentary day! 10:00 am to Noon - Self Serve Continental Breakfast Fresh baked goods, juices, fresh fruits, herbal tea selection and coffee. Relax and enjoy your breakfast, then ask for a tour of our all-inclusive luxury retirement community. Noon to 2:30 pm - Chef Action Stations Our Chefs will serve carved roast on mini rolls or will feature a sauté station, a selection of hot and cold finger foods, vegetarian fare, pastries baked on-site, sparkling cocktails, teas and coffee. 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm - Chef Demonstrations & Food Sampling Amica Chefs will showcase their talents and the secrets to preparing an assortment of delicacies using fresh local ingredients, to sample and enjoy!
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Amica at Rideau Manor A Wellness & Vitality™ Residence 1850 Rosser Avenue Burnaby, BC V5C 5E1 604.291.1792 • www.amica.ca • Luxury Independent Rental Retirement Living • All Inclusive • Full Service Fine Dining • Wellness & Vitality™ Programs • Amica VITALIS™ Assisted Living Services Canadian Owned
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Hats Off to a Great Street in a Great Community!
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Enjoy your Hats Off D ay! Richard T. Lee, MLA
Burnaby North P: 604-775-0778 F: 604-775-0833
Scenes from past Hats Off Day festivities
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Participate in our Name That Dental Dragon Contest! You could win a gift certificate to Toys’R’Us!
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Following are the parking restrictions in place for the Hats Off Day, on Saturday, June 2, No Parking 7 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Assembly area Beta-both sides between Hastings & Confed. Park Albert-both sides between Willingdon & Gamma No Parking 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. City parking lot Pender @ Willingdon City lot at southeast corner Albert & Carleton
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HANDICAPPED PARKING ONLY – 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Carleton- both sides between Pender and the lane way to the north. City parking lot at Alpha & Pender No Parking 10 am to 12:30 pm Dispersal area Albert-both sides between Boundary & Ingleton Handicap Drop Off & Pick Up Areas 8 am to 4 pm North side of Pender @ Alpha – 40 foot zone North side of Pender @ Madison – 40 foot zone
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Hastings Street, 1915, showing the south side of Hastings at MacDonald Avenue; business blocks located at 3986 and 3952 Hastings Street. Photographed by Dr. Carl Eaton. (204-287)
History of a small neighbourhood with a big heart About 150 years ago, Burnaby Heights was part of the rolling landscape that would one day be Greater Vancouver. In contrast to South Burnaby, North Burnaby’s early development was in a sense, an extension of Vancouver. The Heights commercial area has been a streetlevel community shopping area for over 100 years now, and still retains much of its unique Àavor. In the early 1900s thousands of immigrants came to the west coast of B.C. With the opening of Hastings Street in 1902, and the arrival of the streetcar in North Burnaby in 1908, Burnaby was ¿nally open for larger settlement, and with population growth, the ¿rst merchants soon appeared. The ¿rst grocer in the Heights, run by the Goodridge family, was located at Alpha and Hastings, and later, a second was opened near Willingdon and Hastings by the Field family. Prior to the First World War, most of the stores were near Boundary and Hastings, and included a butcher shop, a hardware shop, as well as a grocery store, with a druggist, bakery and print shop opening a few years later. In North Burnaby, the impetus for development was two fold: the extension of Hastings Street, and the trolley line that accompanied this extension, which ran on a single track from Boundary to Ellesmere Avenue. From 1926 to 1954, a number of factors helped shape North Burnaby. The Depression years from 1930 to 1939 led to many bankruptcies and following that, the Second World War was a period of sacri¿ce, and growth did not begin again until the post-war years. The newcomers to North Burnaby in this era were more varied than in previous times. During this time, the North Burnaby Board of Trade was established and was active in
the widening of Hastings Street, provision of ornamental street lighting, garbage disposal, transportation problems, and activities aimed at the betterment of living conditions in the community. In 1954, the business people of North Burnaby formed a group called the North Burnaby Merchants. Within 10 years, nearly 90 per cent of the businesses on Hastings belonged to the association and were actively involved. They organized “Old Fashion Days,” a customer appreciation event. And in 1979, a group was organized to ¿ght the provincial Department of Highways’ plan to remove street level parking, which would have impacted the integrity of the area. They were successful in their initial endeavour. Encouraged by their success, and in conjunction with the community, the North Burnaby Merchants organized a new event named “Hats Off Day.” It was a way for the merchants to recognize their customers and take their hats off to them. This event has grown immensely over the years, merging with a neighbourhood pride celebration, and has become Burnaby’s biggest parade and street festival. Through the 1980s, the Heights commercial district grew, as did the work and efforts of the Merchants Association, which formed as an of¿cial BIA in 1994. The Heights Merchants Association was the ¿rst business improvement area in Burnaby and was recently joined by the North Road Business Improvement Association in 2009. The diversity, history and unique partnership between the community at large and the merchants continue to make the Heights one of the few communities in the Lower Mainland that truly feels like a small town with a big heart. —Courtesy Heights Merchants Association
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from farms from Fort St. John to Vancouver Island,� McRae said. “Without data, the Animal Health Act is going to be ineffective.� NDP agriculture critic Lana Popham said freedom of information law should apply, and the legislation goes too far in protecting the business interests of the industry. She noted that restaurants are regularly inspected for cleanliness and the reports are made public routinely, despite the effect on the reputation of a business. Debate on the new legislation is to continue next week, but Popham said the legislature is so jammed with bills that it is unlikely the Animal Health Act will receive the scrutiny it deserves before it is made law.
VICTORIA – When discovery of mad cow disease prompted 30 countries to ban imports of Canadian beef in 2003, former Alberta Premier Ralph Klein famously suggested the rancher who found an infected animal should have “shot, shovelled and shut upâ€? rather than report the case to authorities. The risk of farmers protecting their operations by hiding sick animals is behind strict new regulations on the handling of animal disease reports, B.C. agriculture ofÂżcials say. Agriculture Minister Don McRae introduced a new Animal Health Act amid a Ă€ood of other legislation Disease outbreaks have affected poultry farms and Ă€sh farms in B.C., as well as cattle in Alberta. this month. Debate has focused on measures to exempt animal disease reports from freedom of information legislation, and to impose steep Âżnes and jail time on ofÂżcials who release information on disease reports without authorization. McRae said in an interview he has been assured by the provincial veterinarian and ministry staff that the restrictions are an important part of getting voluntary BC Hydro is upgrading homes and businesses with new smart meters. reports from farmers. Moving to a more efďŹ cient, modernized grid will help us meet the growing Journalists, members demand for electricity while continuing to deliver safe, reliable power of environmental throughout the province. watchdog organizations, Here’s what you can expect: or the effected farmers themselves can speak ĂŁ 7\SLFDOO\ PHWHU LQVWDOODWLRQ ZLOO WDNH SODFH publicly about outbreaks Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. PST. without fear of penalties, ĂŁ 0HWHU LQVWDOOHUV ZLOO KDYH %& +\GUR DQG &RUL[ he said. NDP critics are BLT logos on their trucks and uniforms, and photo questioning exempting identification badges. animal disease reports ĂŁ <RX GRQĂœW QHHG WR EH KRPH DV ORQJ DV ZH from freedom of have safe and clear access to your meter—please remove any physical information law, citing modifications that prevent a meter exchange. objections from B.C. Information and Privacy ĂŁ ,Q PRVW FDVHV WKH H[FKDQJH ZLOO WDNH OHVV WKDQ PLQXWHV Commissioner Elizabeth ĂŁ <RX ZLOO H[SHULHQFH D EULHI SRZHU LQWHUUXSWLRQ LQ PRVW FDVHV LW ZLOO ODVW Denham. McRae noted 60 seconds. that a 2010 requirement For more information about the smart meter installation process, visit for salmon farms to bchydro.com/smartmeterinstall. release regular disease Bacon ’N Egg inspection reports prompted the operators to stop providing samples For 50 years, BC Hydro has been providing clean, reliable electricity to you. voluntarily. Today we are planning for the next 50 years by investing in new projects, (Regulation of Âżsh upgrading existing facilities and working with you to conserve energy through farms has since been Power Smart. taken over by the federal “50% OFFâ€? valid at participating McDonald’sÂŽ restaurants government.) in Canada from May 28 to June 3, 2012. Not available on “We need to make any Extra Value Meal. Product availability varies by restaurant. Š2012 McDonald’s. sure we have as much information as possible
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Great places for foodies Check out Burnaby Heights, la ong Hastings Street, for everything from Italian to Asian groceries, French bistros, cappuccino bars, na d the beckoning presence of Valley Bakery. Edmonds Street na d the da jacent HighGate ra ea has become a multicultural mecca for food, with groceries, butchers na d restaurants representing Eastern European, Middle Eastern, Asian, North African,
Turkish cuisines na d more.
Stop by Burnaby Village Museum Step into the 1920s ta Burnaby Village Museum where original heritage homes sit la ongside historically-accurate replicas of Burnaby buildings. Info: www. burnabyvillagemuseum.ca or 604-2974565
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The parking lots and streets around Metropolis at Metrotown are turned into dozens of road hockey rinks for the Play On Burnaby road hockey tournament. About 2,500 players on 350 teams participated in last year’s event.
CBC’s Hockey Night in Canda a Play On! is Canda ’a s of¿cial 4-on-4 street hockey tournament na d outdoor hockey festival, na d this month it’s coming to Burnaby sa part of its tour of 13 Canda ian cities. Hockey Night in Canda ’a s Play On! celebrates the game of hockey na d Canda ian culture in a wholesome, festival ta mosphere that makes kids feel like NHL pros na d helps da ults feel like kids ga ia n. Since this program’s inception, over 790,000 Canda ians
have “taken back the streets” from coast to coast through participation in one of the sixty-eight (68) Play On! events held to date. And by the end of the summer of 2012, more than 1 million Canda ians will have participated in a Play On! tournament. The local event takes place outside Metropolis ta Metrotown on June 9 na d 10, will require the closure of nearly one kilometre of city streets, na d involves the operation of 15 to 30 separta e “street rinks” ta la l times
throughout the entire weekend. CBC’s Hockey Night in Canda a Play On! tournaments feature hundreds of teams na d thousands of participants na d include separta e divisions for both genders, la l skill levels, na d la l ga es. Each player in the event receives a commemorative CBC’s Hockey Night in Canda a Play On! T-shirt na d na sa sortment of items na d takeawya s from national na d local sponsors. For more information, visit www.bravoburnaby.com.
MAY 25 to JUNE 10 Celebrate the best of Burnaby’s arts, culture and entertainment. Festivals, parades, family fun, theatre, music, dance, food and much more. For a detailed schedule and your chance to win a dinner & hotel package, visit: www.bravoburnaby.com
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D TEbook ONGOING Paper Tole: Come out and learn the art of creating three dimensional pictures by cutting, shaping and gluing paper. The group welcomes new members. When: Mondays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Confederation Seniors Centre, 4585 Albert St., Burnaby. Info: 604-297-4816. Heritage Uke Club: Organized by Gord Smithers (Guitarist for Deadcats, Swank, ReBeat Generation & Wichita Trip), learn to play the ukulele, beginners welcome. When: Mondays, 6-8 p.m. Where: Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St., New Westminster. Cost: suggested $5 donation. Info: http://tinyurl. com/6uy9h4h.
Plus-Size Swimming: Join a small group of plus-size women who rent a Burnaby public pool on Saturday mornings to paddle around, swim lengths, float and relax in private. Info: Gertie, 604737-7830 or Lynne,604-526-9488.
Burnaby International Folk Dancers: Learn folk dances from around the world in a friendly club environment. New dances taught every night, all levels welcome, no partner needed. Cost: $4 drop-in, first night free. When: every Tuesday, 7- 9:30 p.m. Where: Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells, Burnaby Info: 604-436-9475.
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New Westminister and District Concert Band: Welcomes new members (10-99 years) wanting to learn to play a musical instrument (no strings) as well as players of all levels. It has three levels of players: beginners, intermediate and seniors. When: Monday and Thursday evenings. Where: Richard McBride School gym, New Westminster. Info: www. nwdband.com or Christine, 604526-8996. British Columbia Boys Choir: The 100-member choir is now a resident company at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts. Open to boys aged 7 to 24 with five choirs
in Burnaby, Vancouver, North Shore and Nanaimo. Register now – no audition required for town choirs. When: Wednesday nights. Where: Shadbolt Centre, Burnaby. Info: www.bcboyschoir. org or 1-888-909-8282.
Mexican train dominoes: Weekly game for players 55 and over. When: Tuesdays, 1 to 3 p.m. Where: Willow room, Cameron Seniors’ Recreation Centre, 9523 Cameron St., Burnaby (behind Lougheed Town Centre). Info: 604-297-4453. Drop-In English conversation class: Burnaby Multicultural Society offers a drop-in conversation class. Anyone welcome for socializing while practising English. Class accommodates all levels. When: Every Wednesday, 2:15-4:15 p.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-12 p.m. Where: 6255 Nelson Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-4314131, ext. 27 or 29.
Poetic Justice: Three featured poets and open mic. When: Every Sunday, 3-5 p.m. Where: Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St., back room. Info: 778-322-1131.
Slam Central: Spoken word poetry slam and open mic. When: Every second Thursday, 7-11 p.m. Where: Back room, Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St. Cost: $5 cover charge. Info: 778322-1131.
brain and lots of fun. When: Every Monday, 10 a.m. Where: Deer Lake United Church, 5135 Sperling Ave., Burnaby (enter by ramp at rear of Church). Info: Georgie, 604-522-5647.
Seniors Sing-A-Long: The Cameron Seniors Recreation Centre’s Sunshine Sing-a-long is looking for a volunteer drummer familiar with music from the 1950s, ‘60s, and ‘70s to accompany its sing-a-long sessions (please note that we are able to provide the drum set). When: Meets every other Monday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Where: Cameron Seniors’ Recreation Centre, 9523 Cameron St., Burnaby (behind Lougheed Town Centre). Please phone if interested: 604-420-6478. Central Park Horseshoe Club: Come and play. Newcomers to the sport can learn from the club’s BC Championship title holders. Wednesday nights are fun nights beginning at 6 p.m. Players on site at 1 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Horseshoes are available. Info: Jim, 604-435-9790. New Westminster Family Place: Gym time, crafts, and games for the kids and a chance for parents to meet new friends and neighbours. Every Thursday that school is in session, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Where: Daycare room, F.W. Howay School, 91 Courtney Crescent (off Tenth Avenue and Cumberland). New Westminster Parkinson’s
Support Group: If you are a person with Parkinson’s or a caregiver interested in sharing ideas, coping strategies, information and resources, you are warmly welcomed to this support group. When: 1st Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. Where: Century House, 620-8th St., New Westminster. Info: Robbin Jeffereys, 604-662-3240 or rjeffereys@parkinson.bc.ca. ESL Conversation Circles at the Library: The New Westminster Public Library offers free, drop-in ESL conversation circles for adults who want to meet people and practice speaking English. Co-sponsored by Fraserside Community Services Society, there are two programs available. Children are welcome. When: For all adults, Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For women only, Fridays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Where: New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Ave., New Westminster. Info: 604-527-4660. Burnaby Writers’ Circle: Meets the first Wednesday of each month. When: 1:30 to 3 p.m. Where: Program Room 2, Confederation Seniors Centre, 4548 Albert St., Burnaby. Info: 604-905-5024.Tuesday and Thursday Dance: Dance the winter blues away at Bonsor 55+ dance programs. Cost is $5 for members and $6 for nonmembers. Each dance has a live band and light refreshments served. When: Tuesday dances run 12-3 p.m. and Thursday night dance goes 7:3010:30 p.m. Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-439-5510.
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Memorable. Inclusive. Sustainable. | Celebrating 25 years
August 21 – 25, 2012 Celebrating 25 years of seniors sportsmanship
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Burnaby is proud to host the 25th anniversary of the BC Seniors Games from August 21 to 25, 2012. The BC Seniors Games is the largest multi-sport event in the province, providing an opportunity for all BC Seniors age 55 and over, to compete in an organized sport, recreation and cultural event that promotes individual achievement and community pride. To celebrate this silver anniversary, we look forward to hosting the most memorable, inclusive and sustainable BC Seniors Games ever!
Burnaby will welcome over 4,000 participants in over 26 different activities from Track & Field to Whist and involve 2,000 volunteers during the 2012 BC Seniors Games.
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There are a variety of ways to get involved and make an impact. We are seeking corporate sponsors and volunteers who are interested in embracing the spirit of healthy and active seniors. Contact us today to find out how you can get involved.
Events include: Q Ice Curling Q Archery Q Ice Hockey Q Badminton Q Lawn Bowling Q Bocce Q One-Act-Play Q Bridge Q Pickleball Q Carpet Bowling Q Slo-Pitch Q Cribbage Q Snooker Q Cycling Q Soccer Q Darts Q Swimming Q Dragon Boats Q Table Tennis Q Five-Pin Bowling Q Tennis Q Floor Curling Q Track and Field Q Golf Q Whist Q Horseshoes
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Burnaby-based Down Syndrome Research Foundation has been awarded a $12,760 grant from the Telus Community Board, in support of the production of the second in a series of online videos sharing successful strategies for teaching reading to children with Down syndrome.
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List of Target stores include eight in Lower Mainland Eighteen Target stores will open in B.C. in early 2013 when the U.S.-based retailer takes over former Zellers stores. Included in the list are eight planned Target stores in the Lower Mainland, in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Chilliwack, Coquitlam, Delta, Langley, Maple Ridge and Surrey. Absent from the list is any Vancouver store. “This is just the Âżrst wave,â€? Target Canada president Tony Fisher told reporters, adding more store sites will be announced in September. Local stores announced are at Abbotsford Power Centre, Metropolis at Metrotown, Cottonwood Mall (Chilliwack), Coquitlam Centre, Scottsdale Mall (Delta), Willowbrook Shopping Centre (Langley), Haney Place Mall (Maple Ridge), Surrey Place/Central City.
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their meter – at their own expense – to a more distant spot on their property, she added. The B.C. Utilities Jeff Nagel Commission previously jnagel@blackpress.ca rejected smart meter Smart meters are now opponents’ request for installed in more than two-thirds an injunction halting the of the households in the Lower program, although that Mainland. decision is under appeal. BC Hydro ofÂżcials say more Newly released tests than 720,000 meters are now conducted by the B.C. installed in the region with close Centre for Disease to 300,000 homes still to go. Overall, more than 1.2 million smart meters are being installed province-wide Control found a bank of The penetration rate is about 10 Hydro smart meters and BC Hydro ofĂ€cials have been pleased with the rollout thus far. 90 per cent already in Burnaby, forced to all send signals Richmond, Delta, Langley and at once – something Chilliwack, according to Hydro that doesn’t happen statistics. in practice – results The new wireless meters are installed Murphy said at least 700 have now been in exposure of about four microwatts in about 74 per cent of Vancouver homes, tested and just 0.5 per cent were found per square centimeter at a range of 30 71 per cent in Surrey and White Rock, 63 to be outside Measurement Canada’s cm, compared to seven microwatts for a per cent in Abbotsford and Mission, 61 per accuracy standard of three per cent. microwave oven, 9.6 for a cellphone and cent on the North Shore and 28 per cent in Bills are being adjusted for affected 15.6 for a baby monitor. the Coquitlam/Maple Ridge areas. homeowners, resulting in credits ranging Time-averaged over a day, because the Overall, more than 1.2 million smart from Âżve to 10 per cent for consumption meters only actually operate one minute meters are installed province-wide and while the errant smart meter was per day, the tests found exposure from ofÂżcials say the rollout of their smart operational. a 10-meter bank in normal operation power grid is continuing without difÂżculty. About two per cent of households would be 0.0028 microwatts per square “We have had some challenges,â€? said continue to oppose installation of centimeter at 30 cm, dropping to 0.0012 at Gary Murphy, chief project ofÂżcer for the smart meters, according to Hydro a range of three meters. smart metering program. communications manager Cindy The report said time-averaged RF The Crown corporation continues to Verschoor. exposure from smart meters at all of those Âżeld complaints about high bills, but Opponents of the program argue smart ranges was “lowâ€? – less than 0.001 per Murphy said in many cases customers were meters pose a possible health hazard from cent of Health Canada’s safety limit of not correctly comparing to the equivalent adding an extra layer of radio frequency 600 microwatts per square centimeter of billing period and many were complaining radiation and numerous B.C. city councils continuous exposure for general public about bills for usage that actually pre-dated have passed resolutions urging Hydro to areas. installation of their smart meter. allow customers to opt out. According to the opposition group BC Hydro has pulled 1,057 smart meters “It’s really not viable to offer an optCitizens For Safe Technology, 48 B.C. from service for testing at the direction out,â€? Verschoor said, but added Hydro has municipalities – including Vancouver, of the meter manufacturer, which cited still not decided how it will respond to Surrey, Richmond, Burnaby and White concern about a possible Ă€aw with some hold-outs. Rock – have called for either a smart meter meters during manufacturing. Nobody in B.C. has yet opted to relocate moratorium or an opt-out provision.
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Province to scrap AirCare for regular vehicles Fees to be cut, emission tests phased out by end of 2014 Jeff Nagel Black Press
Citing a sharp drop in air pollution from cars that have become ever cleaner, B.C. Environment Minister Terry Lake said the provincial government will scrap AirCare emission tests for light vehicles by the end of 2014. The decision will end a long-standing irritant for many Lower Mainland motorists who saw the program as an unjusti¿ed cash grab that cost them $46 every two years. And Lake also promised fees will be reduced in the last year of the two-and-a-half year phase-out period. “Times change, technology changes and it’s time for progress,” Lake said, adding the move will save families money. He pledged a review of the need for emissions testing in future, suggesting the program may be retooled to test heavy trucks or other vehicles, but made no guarantee. Less than half the regular cars and light trucks on the road currently go through AirCare under the current rules, because of an eight-year exemption period for new vehicles. Most older cars that are tested pass AirCare without dif¿culty but those that fail must get a tune-up and re-test to get insurance. Thirteen per cent of those tested in 2007 failed. A multi-agency review in 2010 found the air quality bene¿ts and health impacts justi¿ed keeping AirCare until at least 2020. Lake agreed there would be some bene¿ts to continuing, but said they are diminishing. “Technology appears to be solving its own
problem,” he said, adding a shift in focus to diesel-burning trucks, off-road vehicles and even ships may yield bigger air quality and health bene¿ts. Metro Vancouver’s board voted in 2010 to retain AirCare and the decision was narrowly endorsed by the Fraser Valley regional district board. Both regional boards supported a continuation, coupled with an expansion to test large diesel trucks. The AirCare program is run by TransLink at a cost of $17.5 million per year, but that money was fully funded from the fees charged. Not everyone is applauding the decision. “There’s so many older vehicles out there that we need to make sure are in good operating condition,” said North Vancouver
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CHOICEquotes Darrell Mussatto, NV City Mayor There’s so many older vehicles out there that we need to make sure are in good operating condition.
City Mayor Darrell Mussatto. “If it affects the quality of our airshed, I have some concerns about it.” David Cumming, an AirCare inspector and one of 114 unionized employees whose jobs may be gone, called it a “backward step” that may lead to more pollution in the region’s constrained airshed. He said the decision means there will be no check to keep older vehicles clean or to prevent some drivers from tampering with pollution controls. But Lake said increasingly computerized vehicles means it’s less likely
drivers will dismantle emission control systems to try to save gas. “I don’t know very many people who do that,” he said. “When I look under my hood I don’t know what’s what any more. It’s all computerized, the technology is so far advanced I think that will happen less and less.” Lake credited Metro Vancouver’s leadership, saying the regional district’s newly imposed fees on older off-road diesel equipment will spur owners to upgrade and reduce emissions.
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SUPPORT GROUPS Al-Anon is a support group for friends and relatives of those with a drinking problem. Come to weekly meetings held in Burnaby and New Westminster. Info: 604 688-1716.
Alzheimer support group meets third Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m. Where: New Westminster. Info: 604-298-0782.
Burnaby Prostate Cancer Support Awareness Group: Meetings are held the 1st Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. - 12 noon at the Burnaby General Hospital, 3935 Kincaid St., second Floor Education Room ‘A’. At these meetings we try to create awareness, provide support and educate about Prostate Cancer. Info: Ian, 604-421-8813 or ibbaxter@telus.net.
A faith-based mood disorders support group for people with depression, anxiety and bipolar disorders meets at Brentwood Park Alliance Church, 1410 Delta Ave. “Living Room” meetings run the second and fourth Fridays of each month from noon to 2 p.m. A light lunch will be provided. Info: Marja at 604-291-6254.
Codependents Anonymous: Freedom Group is a Twelve Step program for men and women who want healthier, more functional relationships with themselves and others. When: Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Where: Royal Columbian Hospital, Neil Russel Room, third floor, Columbia Tower, New Westminster. Info: Sue, 604-580-8889 or 604-5155585.
‘Living Room’ is a faith-based MDA support group for people with mood disorders, their families & friends. Meets first & third Tuesdays, 8765 Government St., New West. Info, Mark at 604-939-9346 or Graeme 604-444-1228.
BCSS Care and Share Family Support Night: This group helps friends and family members of people who are living with a serious mental illness cope with the challenges of being a caregiver. Meetings are at Burnaby General Hospital (3935 Kincaid Street). Info, Dave at 604-523-1072. Nar-Anon: Families and friends of people with drug addiction problems are welcome to attend meetings. Fridays, 7:30 pm, at South Burnaby United Church (7591 Gray Ave.). Info, 604-988-8844 or www. members.shaw.ca/naranon
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Ottawa only talked to itself on Coast Guard base closure Search and rescue responders at Kitsilano to move to Richmond Jeff Nagel jnagel@blackpress.ca
Federal of¿cials now admit they did not consult local authorities – only other federal government arms such as the military – before announcing their decision to close Vancouver’s Coast Guard base GOVERNMENT OF CANADA at Kitsilano. Canadian Coast Guard vessels pictured off West Vancouver during the 2010 The decision to consolidate Olympics. Coast Guard operations in the area at Sea Island in Richmond has sparked concern “misinformation” over the impact of the boaters may be at increased risk and face longer consolidation, a federal budget measure to save search-and-rescue response times in Vancouver $900,000. harbour and up Indian “We would not take Arm. decisions that are going Jody Thomson, the to place mariners at Jody Thompson, Canadian Coast Guard Canadian Coast Guard’s increased risk,” Thomson We think this is the best mix of resources. Deputy Commissioner said. It won’t change the level of service of Operations, said She said there will in the Vancouver harbour area. consultations are now continue to be effective beginning with the province, municipalities response throughout the area by rescue hovercraft and other stakeholders not previously noti¿ed. stationed at Sea Island, Coast Guard auxiliaries or Conservative MP James Moore had previously even private boats close to an incident. said there was broad consultation in advance, a Under international law, she said, any vessel near claim contradicted by Vancouver Mayor Gregor a distress call can be tasked to respond, but said Robertson. Ottawa doesn’t expect to rely often on that option Thomson said there has been considerable after the Kitsilano base closes. A new inshore rescue boat will also be added in Vancouver harbour before the Kitsilano base shuts down in the spring of 2013, she added. “We think this is the best mix of resources,” Thomson said. “It won’t change the level of service in the Vancouver harbour area.” Thomson said the Kitsilano base handled around 16th Annual 200 search and rescue calls each year and the nine calls handled over the Victoria Day weekend could have been handled by other responders in the area. One hovercraft now based at Sea Island will also be replaced by a larger one next year.
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CRITICAL CARE RN’s: INTERESTED IN PRIVATE PRACTICE? BioClin Health Care is hiring casual RNs for our private infusion and injection clinics in Coquitlam, Surrey & Vancouver. RNs must have exceptional I.V. skills and critical care experience. Starting salary: $38/hour.
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PERSONAL SERVICES
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If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
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HEALTH PRODUCTS
PERSONAL SERVICES
WAIST AWAY the summer days in a new bathing suit. Get your 1st 9 weeks for $99 - Proven Results! Call Herbal Magic right NOW 1800-854-5176.
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PERSONAL SERVICES
VOLUNTEERS
FASHION SALES PEOPLE
MOGIL MODULAR Structures Corp, located in Burnaby BC seeks 3 specialized welding operators to build mobile steel shelters and communication towers. Permanent position. $24/28 negotiate. Please send resume to F: (604) 421-0581 or E: mogilbox@live.com
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
www.blackpress.ca
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DRYWALL
ABS DRYWALL, res. & comm. Quailty workman ship. Boarding, taping, finishing, textured ceiling, renos. Free est. 604-376-1927
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ELECTRICAL
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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GARDENING
Always! Pwr. raking, grass cutting, fertilizing, hedging, pruning, Rubbish rem. Free Est. 604-230-0627 GARDEN ROTOTILLING. Is your lawn being destroyed? We are certified to kill Chaffer Beetles. Lawn aeration, Reseeding or Installations. stump grinding, hedge Trimming, tree services. Cell: 778 885-6488 Trimming, Pruning, Grass Cutting, Hedging & Clean Up. Low Prices. Gurmeet 604-762-5191, 524-1043
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HELP WANTED
ADU
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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
AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance
$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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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
PETS 477
PETS
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FILA GUARD DOGS. Excellent Loyal Family Pet, all shots Great Protectors! Ph 604-817-5957.
AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.
LAB PUPS, Chocolate, $700. vet ch, dew-claws rem. 1st shots, dewormed. qual. lines (604)702-0217
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
RECYCLE-IT!
JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!
On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!
“ ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582
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Haul Anything...
A-TECH Services 604-230-3539 Running this ad for 8yrs
But Dead Bodies!!
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour
604.
(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
220.JUNK(5865)
Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988 FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards. Call Ken at 604-294-1393 RUBBISH REMOVAL- COMMERCIAL/ RESIDENTIAL CALL IKE THE AFFORDABLE 778-881-1379
Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk. Simon 604-230-0627 will spread
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SUNDECKS
PROFESSIONAL and exp’d team at your service. Nice & clean work! Ext / int. Insured, WCB, reliable. Call for free estimate 604.780.3183. Web: goflyingcolors.com
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
MAPLE Ridge dntwn Urbano complex, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, inste w/d, f/p, deck, 2 u/g prkg. Nr amens. NS/NP.
PITTBULL PUPPIES. 8 weeks old. 4M & 2 F. Bluenose. Vet checked. $350. each. 604-825-6793
NEW WEST 621 Colburne St. 1 Bdrm avail June or July 1. $735 + utils. Updated new suite. No pets Call: 604-454-4540.
TOY POODLE puppies. 1 apricot, 1 white, both male. Adorable. $700. 778-240-2400 (Cloverdale)
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 509
AUCTIONS
Auction Estate Antique Collectable . June 3 @ 1pm at Dodd’s Auction 3311-28 Ave, Vernon. 1-866-545-3259. View photos at doddsauction.com
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FURNITURE
MATTRESSES starting at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
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GARAGE SALES
323 Governors Court, Multi-family Garage Sale. Saturday, June 2, 9:30 AM-1:30PM. Many bargains. No early birds please.
WE’RE ON THE WEB
STAN’S PAINTING Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, gates, alum roof. 604-782-9108 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com .
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TREE SERVICES A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports
Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $
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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362
Mainland Roofing Ltd. 25 yrs in roofing industry
Family owned & operated. Fully insured. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warranty. 604-723-2626 mainlandroofingltd@gmail.com
PETS 477
PETS
BLACK ENGLISH LAB, 3 yrs old, F., spade, all shots. To good home w/lge yard / acreage. 604-308-9348
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
CAIRN Terriers. Shots, dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. $650: 604-807-5204. CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
COCKER SPANIEL Puppies Family raised – pure bred, no papers, $500. (604) 888-0832
Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca
2004 G 35 COUP INFINITI, grey, 2 dr., 125 km, good cond., auto, all pwr, $16,800. Call (604)773-3413 / 604-395-7708. 2006 JAGUAR X-Type, 3.0, V6, 114K, silver, black lthr, lady driven, exc cond!! $19,800. 604-542-5833.
Call 604-540-6732
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
ALDERGROVE 7 bdrm, 4 bath, 9 yrs old, 2 a/g stes on 1st floor, 4 bdrms up, open concept kitchen with island, crown moldings, south backyrd. RV access. $579,900. Offers. (604)856-4721
HOMES WANTED
W.W.PLATEAU Montreux bldg 2bdrm, 2bath, 2 prkg, clse to amens. $1295. NP/NS June 1. 604-941-3259, 604-809-3259
2007 Honda Civic DXG 5 speed standard, 2 dr., grey, 135K, p/w, p/l, a/c, am/fm/cd, no acc. $10,000 604-793-3819 6-9pm
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Auto Loans or All Makes, All Models. New & Used Inventory.
1-888-229-0744 or apply at:
WHATTLEKAINUM HOUSING CO-OP ORIENTATION Do you want to live in the security of a family community?
1 Plot @ Valley View; Surrey; $5000; beautiful area; very scenic; Maggie 250-768-9790
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
CLAREMONT TERRACE
** 6960 ELWELL ST ** Near HighGate Mall Quiet, Spacious 1 Bdrm Suites.
Newly reno’d with balcony, prkg & storage unit. Incl heat & h/water.
Call 604-525-2661 BURNABY
LG. CLEAN 1 Bedroom available now and 1 & 2 Bedrooms available for June, QUIET BLDG. Call the Manager @ 604- 521-3448.
SUITES, LOWER
COQUITLAM WW Plateau. Bright grnd level 2 bdrm. Lndry incl. $850. N/S, N/P. Avail now. 604-808-2964.
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SUITES, UPPER
TOWNHOUSES
Burnaby. 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 GUILDTOWN HOUSING CO-OP, 10125 156 St. is accepting applications for 3 & 4 bdrm units. No subsidy. Participation req. Call 604-581-4687 or pick up application NEW WESTMINSTER, 828 Royal Ave. Brand new 2/bdrm T/H, 6/appli, sec parking, Avail now. Nr SkyTrain. TJ @ Sutton Proact, (604)728-5460 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 806
ANTIQUES/CLASSICS
1 Bdrm Apts starting at $850 2 Bdrm Apts starting at $1100 Heat and hot water included. Dishwasher, fridge, stove, balcony, shared laundry. Avail Immed. Close to amen, schools and mall.
1976 CADILLAC Eldorado conv. 40,000 org. miles, must see, like new $22,000 obo. 604-576-4385.
Call 604-421-1235
DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
www.aptrentals.net PORT MOODY very clean 2bdrm 2bath 2prk, ss appli’s, f/p, patio, n/s, June1. $1325/mo. 778-834-4774.
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MOTORCYCLES
2001 VICTORY CRUISER deluxe 46,000 kms. 1500 cc, AT H/P $6,500. Call 604-534-2503.
WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in June, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-5936095.
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CARS - DOMESTIC
1985 CADILLAC SEVILLE, 4 L, loaded, all options, mint in/out. all orig, and car cover. 70,000 orig miles. $5000 obo. (604)505-7713. 1992 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD, Immaculate condition. Loaded, sunroof. Bose gold stereo. 58,000 org. mls. $4000. 604-532-8040.
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RECREATIONAL/SALE
2004 Itasca Senova 30 ft, V10, 75,000k. New tires. Gen. 12 ft slide. $35,000: 1-(604)820-0395
TRUCKS & VANS
1988 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500, 3/4 ton, loaded, a/c, Air Cared, premium cond. 178K. $3500 obo (778)565-4334 1990 Chevy 20 van, good work truck, $1,000. Call 604-298-1238.
1997 VENTURA Mini Van, like new cond in/out, loaded, tinted windows, 4 16” extra new high performance tires on allied wheel avail. $350. AirCared. Picture avail. $1200. 604-9968734.
2000 DURANGO 4X4, loaded, seats 7, AirCrd, exc. cond. $4100 obo. Call 604-780-8404 2002 FORD E350 Cargo Van, new tires and battery, recently serviced, $5500. Call (604)728-0866 (Surrey) 2003 CHEVY VENTURE LS, 7 passenger, auto, 5 door, 189K, $3500 obo (604)298-2659 2005 FORD F150, 4X4, crew cab , green, auto, 160 kms, options, $12,000 firm. Call 604-538-9257.
MARINE 912
BOATS
2011 Custom weld Jetboat 20ft, c/w 9.9 Suzuki Kickin, depthe sounder, windless anchor system, Stainless steel BBQ, & much more. $49,900. Contact Rich 778-998-9302 ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 604-319-5720
2008 FREEDOM SPIRIT 20’ travel trailer, like new, hardly used, a/c, f/s, dble bed, dble sink, nook, couch 2 prop tanks/2 batteries, $10,500 obo. Must sell. (604)581-5117
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
BURNABY newly reno 2 bdrm suite, newly painted, 4 appl., N/S N/P. $800 mo. Now (604)515-0565
BURNABY
MAPLE PLACE TOWERS
1990 Dodge Diesel Tow Truck. 5spd, new tires, wheel lift, low km’s, does need finishing work. Pictures available. $3500. 604-996-8734.
Need A Ride, Drive Today. Take $500 to $5000 Cash Home. Carter Credit 1.888.688.1837
COQUITLAM - bright spacious, 4 bdrm. 2 bath, 2 kitchen, W/D, fenced yard, alarm, W/D, cls. to amens. $1995/mo. 604-936-4827 or 604-936-4824 for more info.
VEHICLES WANTED
828 COMMERCIAL VEHICLES
HOMES FOR RENT
BURNABY, lovely recently reno’d 1 bdrm, ground level suite, Edmonds area near skytrain. 6 Appli’s, shared w/d. Avail now. $750/mo +$50 utils. Call 604-777-9943.
OTHER AREAS
827
NO SUBSIDIES AVAILABLE Orientation: Sunday, June 3rd 1:30 p.m. at 51A-8740 Forest Grove Dr. Phone 604-420-2442
736
95VW Golf $2,500 REDUCED, in New Westminster, great car, one owner, mags, sunroof, all records, recent engine work, clutch, new tires, shocks, springs. Call 604-5214932 to leave a message or email dstrandberg@shaw.ca
WANTED: 1980-1981 Celica GT liftback, 5-spd; or a 1979-1981 Supra 5-spd. Cell 250-307-1215.
Woodland surroundings, on Forest Grove Drive. Good location, close to schools, SFU and Lougheed Mall. No subsidies available. $10 application fee. Maximum housing charges; 2 bdrms $899/mo. 3 bdrms. $1009/mo. & 4 bdrms. $1112/mo. Shares $2500.
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE
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Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
851
We Will Pay You $1000
CO-OP RENTALS
HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
The Scrapper
2007 NISSAN ARMADA SE silver 44,000 mls, 8 pass Exc. Cond! $21,900/obo. 604-309-7956 (Abby)
GUARANTEED
ABBOTSFORD: For Lease: 12,000 sf industrial bldg with 3 large overhead drs & office. 1 acre paved and fenced yard with ample parking. Located close to Mt Lehman interchange. Call Ken 604-855-6430
750
www.dannyevans.ca
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
PORT MOODY. Tides @ 300 Klahanie 2 bdrm apt, greenbelt, patio, u/g pkng, canoe club amens. N/S, N/P. $1350/mo. 604-469-1985.
MISC. FOR SALE
FAN, Wood and gold coloured, great condition. Stainless steel KITCHEN SINK, 3 basins, (small in middle) (no faucet) Excellent condition. LIGHT FIXTURES, three. Gold/glass, for ceiling (flush against ceiling). HANGING LIGHT, used for entry way, gold & glass. RECLINER CHAIR green (hardly used) North Delta. 604-591-9740
2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026
2003 TOYOTA COROLLA 5 spd manual, silver, 152K, 1 owner, great on gas, winter & summer tires. $5500. Call 604-560-1684.
Spacious & clean 1 & 2 bdrms avail. From $750 - $1020/mo. No pets.
BLUE PITBULL Pups genetics/ razoredge UKC reg, 9/weeks. $500-$1000. 778-237-2824
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 Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
845
2001 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA, 1.8T turbo, 4 dr sedan, std, all options, exc cond. $5300 obo 604-780-8404
Panorama Court
752 Tree removal done RIGHT!
Call Ian 604-724-6373
CARS - DOMESTIC
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
$1100+util. Ref June15. 604-512-8725
Burnaby:
Check out bcclassified.com
PRESSURE WASHING
560
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
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005
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TRANSPORTATION
2001 CHEV CAVALIER, 5spd manual, 4dr, low kms, new aircare, $2450 firm. 604-538-4883
www.greatcanadianautocredit.com
627
PLUMBING
1-2-3 GENERATIONS Lic’d, Bonded Plumbers & Gas Fitters. Family business since 1952. Comm & Res. 604-618-9192, 727-9096
AUTO FINANCING
TRANSPORTATION
2000 SATURN 4 door, auto, 248K, new brakes, tires, waterpump, perfect car, $2500. (778)866-8218
BURNABY
REAL ESTATE
Comm. & Res. BBB, WCB. Kitchen Reno’s & Cabinets
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810
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 $1325 and 1 near City Hall $1275. Avail June 1st. Call 604-941-3259.
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL
Seniors Discount Book by end of May - 10% off. 25 yrs exp. Guarantee on work. Refs. (604)773-7811 or 604-432-1857
APARTMENT/CONDO
TRANSPORTATION
TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!
A1 PAINTING Co. Exterior painting & Pressure Washing. Exc prices. Call Inderjit (604)721-0372
Interior/Ext Painting. Drywall Repairs. Text Ceiling Repair. Power washing. Free Est. (778)709-1081
RENTALS
810
AUTO FINANCING
1-800-910-6402
www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557
AMENDMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN Pest Management Plan (PMP) No: 107-0128-12/17 Applicant: Canadian National Railway Company (CN), 11717-138th Street, Surrey BC V3R 6T5 (604) 589-6542 Agent: SMC Consulting, 1582 Lawrence Avenue, Penticton BC V2A 3C1 Tel/FAX: (250) 492-6193 E-mail: smcconsulting@shaw.ca The purpose of the proposed amendment request is to control wood decay in two timber bridges located (1) adjacent to No. 8 Rd, Lulu Island, Richmond at MP 6.96, and (2) across the north arm of the Fraser River between the 21100 Block River Rd. on Lulu Island and south Burnaby, south of Fraser Park Drive. The common and trade name of the pesticide proposed for use under this amendment are chloropicrin (Timber Fume). The application method will consist of manually inserting capped vials containing a pre-measured portion of Timber Fume into drilled holes in timbers. The degradable cap on the vial breaks down over time and temperature (within the drilled holes), allowing the liquid Timber Fume to enter the gas phase and move into the surrounding wood. All holes will be plugged with tight fitting wood plugs following treatment. This ensures that the Timber Fume does not enter a body of water or other environmentally sensitive area. Drilled holes will be located at least 60 cm above the high water mark. The duration of the proposed amendment to the PMP is from July 25, 2012 to May 3, 2017. A copy of the proposed amendment to the PMP and a map showing the location of the timber bridges proposed for treatment may be obtained by contacting the Agent (SMC Consulting) listed above. “A person wishing to contribute information about the proposed treatment sites relative to the development of the amendment to the PMP may send copies of the information to the applicant c/o SMC Consulting, Agent, at the address listed above within 30 days of the publication of this notice”
A40 NewsLeader Wednesday, May 30, 2012