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some aspects of tougher drunk driving rules enacted in 2010 have been declared invalid, but those who were fined in the meantime still must pay, a judge says. see Page a16

‘Grey power is alive, well and working’ TransLink cancels cancellation of TaxiSaver program Grant Granger

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summerfest returned to grimston park on saturday, thanks to the full cooperation of mother nature, with a generous dose of sunshine. fun and a late showing of the princess bride. see Photos on a3.

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Getting the line on real-time crime NWPD joins forces with CrimeReports.com to provide online updates Grant Granger

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New Westminster residents can now find out what kind of crime is happening in their neighbourhoods with a few clicks of the mouse. The city’s police department has hooked up with CrimeReports. com, which is operated by Utahbased Public Engines, to provide up-to-date statistics and incident information to the public.

“From a community policing perspective the more information we can put in the public’s hands the better,” said NWPD Staff Sgt. Paul Hyland. “At the end of the day the public has the right to be informed, so the more information we can arm them with, the more vigilant they can be and check their community. The more engaged we can get them to be at all levels the more successful we’re going to be.” Hyland said if there’s a rash of crime in an area, residents can be more vigilant and proactive. The public can access the data

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TransLink’s decision Wednesday to abandon its plans to eliminate its TaxiSaver voucher program shows “grey power is alive, well and working,” says a Thornebridge Gardens resident who organized a campaign opposed to eliminating the coupons. Two months ago, TransLink announced it was going to phase out the program, which let people eligible for HandyDart purchase vouchers to take taxis at half price. Many seniors must take taxis when HandyDart isn’t available, said Thornebridge resident Betty Newton. “There’s a lot of relief here to hear they’ve cancelled the cancellation [of the TaxiSaver],” said Newton. “It’s extremely important because there are a number of people here who do not use HandyDart at all and use the TaxiSavers solely. please see GrEy, a3

A2 NewsLeader Wednesday, July 18, 2012

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CITYPage summer reading For aduLts at the neW Westminster PubLic Library Visit different countries just by reading this summer. The Read Around the World Adult Summer Reading program at the New Westminster Public Library runs until September 1 and will visit all the continents in the world. Drop by the library and pick up a reading passport where you can keep a list of what you read and what you want to read. Each week the library will feature a different continent or region. The weekly bookmarks and displays offer some reading suggestions for fiction, non-fiction or mystery books from the featured part of the world. As part of the program, you are invited to enter the weekly prize draw. Clip off the entry forms at the bottom of the passport (one for each week) or pick up an entry form in the library. The New Westminster Public Library is at 716 6th Avenue. Bon voyage and happy reading!

bc housing a presentation by bc housing will be held at the new Westminster Public Library from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on tuesday, July 24, 2012. Topics will include Housing Registry, the Rental Assistance Program, and the SAFER Program. For more information and to register: phone Roja at MOSAIC at 604-522-3722 ext. 155. The classes are co-sponsored by New Westminster Public Library and MOSAICâ€™S Settlement Program.

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The UBC Law Studentsâ€™ Legal Advice Program (LSLAP) will be offering free legal advice and representation in New Westminster this summer. These volunteer UBC law students, working under the guidance of supervising lawyers, provide legal advice in various areas of law, including criminal law, small claims, residential tenancy, immigration, employment law, and many more. the new Westminster clinic is now open and located at century house (620 8th street) and operates tuesdays, thursdays and Fridays until august 17th, 2012.

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dancing in the sQuare Dance under the evening sky in downtown New Westminster! Learn from some of the best dance instructors starting at 7:00 pm, and bop til you drop until 9:00 pm. Outdoors (weather permitting*) in HYACK SQUARE (foot of Eighth Street at Columbia near New Westminster Skytrain station) this fun-filled family event is Free! July 20 - Belly Dance July 27 - Salsa August 10 - Latin Dance August 17 - Belly Dance August 24 - Swing Wrap Up Party * Since this is an outdoor event and subject to weather conditions, make sure to visit www.dancewithmenewwest.com on the day of to find out if the event is happening, and remember to bring your own lawn chair.

heart 2 art ProJect announced Century House, in partnership with the City of New Westminster, is happy to announce Heart 2 Art, an intergenerational art program that will bring youth and seniors from New Westminster together for workshops and art projects based on the theme: Making the world a better place through art. Artists will be hired to develop art workshops that will be offered to youth and seniors in the community. In addition to hiring artists in five different mediums, a youth and senior assistant will be hired in each of the mediums to support the artist. The project will offer art projects on spoken word, digital photography, mosaic tiles, theatre/performance and music. Artists and Youth/Senior Assistant applications can be found at www.newwestpcr.ca

Pursuant to Section 26 of the Community Charter and in accordance with Section 94, notice is hereby given that The Corporation of the City of New Westminster intends to licence a portion of 920 Ewen Avenue, Queensborough Community Centre for a term of 5 years commencing on January 2, 2013 and expiring on December 31, 2017 to the Port Coquitlam Daycare Society, a nonprofit organization, for an amount of $1450.00 plus taxes per month, for the duration of the licence agreement. The City has designated 1805 square feet in the new addition to the facility for the purposes of operating a licensed child care facility. A copy of the proposed Licence Agreement may be inspected at Legislative Services City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, during business hours 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, except Statutory Holidays, from July 10, 2012. Rick Page Corporate Officer

Successful applicants (one artist, youth and senior) will work together to develop and deliver an art project for youth and seniors in the community. The art workshops and project will last up to 10 weeks between October 2012 and January 2013. All projects will be celebrated with a gala in February or March 2013. This project is made possible by a grant from New Horizons For Seniors. For more information or to apply contact: Shelly Schnee, 604-519-1061, Century House, 620 Eighth Street, New Westminster, sschnee@newwestcity.ca

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Kainth named executive director

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Tourism New Westminster has named Tej Kainth as its executive director. For the past five years she has served as the organization’s marketing and visitor centre coordinator. Along with coordinating the visitors centre, Kainth has put together a visitors guide and developed the Tourism New Westminster website. She also was behind the creation of NEXT New West, a networking group for young professionals in the city. “With a track record of success, Tej Kainth is more than ready to take on her new position,” said Tourism New Westminster president Kathy MacKerricher in a press release. “Her passion, dedication and tireless work promoting New Westminster make her an excellent ambassador at an exciting time in our city’s history.” The release said in her new role Kaith will pursue implementation of a two per cent hotel room tax to fund marketing and tourism projects, develop a five-year business plan, and develop other tourism and marketing activities.

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“Some of them are vision-impaired people who are unsteady on their feet and find the TaxiSavers are the only way to go.” Following the original decision, Thornebridge residents let TransLink know their concerns, with Newton voicing them at TransLink’s annual general meeting. When it decided to hold off on implementing the change, the company’s access transit manager, Peter Hill, visited Thornebridge to listen to nearly 60 residents give their opinions. Newton said Hill came because the residents had sent more emails and letters to TransLink on the subject than any other seniors residence in the area. “He certainly listened to anybody who wanted to take the microphone and put their personal slant on why they needed to keep the TaxiSavers,” said Newton. “I don’t know if we had a big influence on [the latest decision], but certainly the residents got behind the move to protest and made our thoughts known. Grey power is alive, well and working.” Despite the good news, Newton has some concerns because TransLink board chair Nancy Olewiler said the company is seeking to incorporate TaxiSavers with its upcoming rollout of the Compass smart card. “I am going to be vigilant in watching what happens in another three months or so after the smoke dies down,” said Newton. “I don’t know about [the Compass card integration] and about how that intends to work.” More than 18,000 HandyDart trip requests were denied last year because the service was oversubscribed, and that’s only got worse this year, said Newton.

phOtOs by ChrIs bryan and brIana tOmkInsOn Summerfest returned to Grimston Park on Saturday, for a day of pool time, and old-time activities like face painting, tug-of-war, sack races and water balloon toss. The event featured music from Caitlin Beauregard (above left), as well as Westminster Avenue and The Real Canadian Rock Band. Vendors from the Royal City Farmers Market provided eats, and the day was topped off with a showing of the movie The Princess Bride under the stars.

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An apartment building New Westminster’s licensing manager said was the city’s top bylaw enforcement priority in April has been sold. But that doesn’t mean the many concerns about the building will be taken care of, says one of the complex’s residents. The city levied fines and issued compliance orders to fix several maintenance deficiencies at 1210 Cameron St. three months ago. That’s when Acorn Canada, an advocacy group, organized a media tour of the building to demonstrate problems with the plumbing, pests, elevator, safety and the cleanliness of the building. The apartment block was owned by the Sahota family’s Waterfront Developments. Last week, Mainstreet Equity Corp. of Calgary took over ownership of the building, along with another Sahota block across the street at 1211 Cameron. New Westminster licensing manager Keith Coueffin said the previous owners provided

reports on the work that was being carried out, and also hired professionals to do it, at 1210 Cameron. Coueffin said the new owners have indicated they will be carrying on with the program and will submit a detailed remediation plan in a couple of weeks. He added there are also some issues with 1211 Cameron and he will be looking to clarify them with Mainstreet. Acorn Canada, which has an office in New Westminster, says Mainstreet has a reputation for buying up buildings, renovating them and then increasing the rents to a price too high for the current residents to return. “I take an ugly building and put a lot of lipstick on it. I’m like a plastic surgeon,” Mainstreet president and CEO Bob Dhillon told The Globe and Mail in an October 2011 feature on him. “Give it a little liposuction. Some breast implants. I make this old thing look pretty.” Acorn says if Mainstreet carries through with the same formula, New Westminster and the surrounding area will be forced to absorb 60 low-income tenants and there isn’t much of that type of rental stock available. “That’s what we’re worried about. As it is already I’m paying the most for my rent in

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the building, close to $1,000,” said Mark Jones. He moved there on Feb. 1, but had to stay in a muchsmaller suite in the building because promised renovations weren’t completed. When he did move into his new suite, although he received new laminate, paint and baseboards, there were wires sticking out, and rodents were still roaming free. He called in a pest control company himself, but “the infestation is so bad it hasn’t worked.” “Now that Mainstreet has taken over I still want these promises to be kept,” said Jones. While the plumbing issues that left most of the tenants without running water for more than two weeks have been corrected, Jones said there are still concerns about such things as a broken intercom, unsafe carpet, and the smell of drugs and animal waste. “It’s not a healthy place to live in,” said Jones. “I’d love to move, but I can’t because I’m stuck on this [oneyear] lease.” Coueffin said there are still some outstanding orders regarding pest control at 1210 Cameron, and 1211 also has some issues the city will be following up with Mainstreet.

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There will be 7,000 square feet of photographic and video narration of children’s and teachers’ work from the city of Reggio Emilia, Italy in the exhibition. The Wonder of Learning recounts experiences from infant-toddler centers, preschools and primary schools in Reggio Emilia. The educational and learning approaches used in the exhibit are now being utilized in a growing number of preschools, kindergartens, child care centres and schools in British Columbia. Dr. Carlina Rinaldi, president of Reggio Children in Italy, will make some remarks at the opening gala, which runs from 7 to 10 p.m. on July 18 and is open to the public with tickets costing $30. Organizers are hoping to generate dialogue about early childhood education in the province. “Wonder of Learning is a celebration of children’s capacities, presenting children as capable of exploring the world in ways that captivate the interest and imagination of people of all ages,” said exhibit organizer and Douglas College early childhood education instructor Laurie Kocher in a press release. The exhibit will be open until Dec. 8, Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information go to vancouverreggioconsortium. com.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012 NewsLeader A5

Crosty starts campaign to stop borrowing bylaw Also upset city imposing limit on opposition forms it will provide

requests to organize a full-out campaign, which he has now taken up. The borrowing from the Municipal Finance Authority can be sent to a city-wide vote if more than 10 per cent of those eligible to cast a ballot in the last civic election sign an “alternative approval process” form. That means 4,528 signatures would be required to be collected before Aug. 7 to force a referendum. The $59 million is for various upcoming projects, including $11 million to help pay for the parking structure to go with the civic centre and office complex. Money to pay for construction of

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James Crosty is back on the campaign trail. The former New Westminster mayoral candidate has decided to organize a campaign to oppose the city’s decision to borrow $59 million for various projects and to help finance a commercial office tower it is building in connection with the new civic centre. Crosty appeared before council July 9 to object to the borrowing bylaw, and had been contemplating

the eight-storey office tower will come out of city reserves, which had previously been targeted to pay for the infrastructure projects the city is now borrowing for. “The public has not approved building an office tower on the taxpayers’ backs,” said Crosty last week before deciding to try to collect enough signatures to force a referendum. While it is possible to print the form off of a report on the city’s website, Crosty is upset the city has limited the number of forms a person can pick up from city hall to 25. “It will be challenging to get the 4,500 forms from the city

without paying to print them ourselves,” said Crosty in an email distributed to New Westminster residents. “It is unfortunate that they are taking a further step in stifling democracy by imposing this limit. Now we have to deal with obtaining enough signatures and spend our own money to have enough forms. This is a flawed process.” City clerk Rick Page said in the past when the city has gone through the alternative approval process, there would be requests for one or two copies on the ninepage document at a time. But when somebody came

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Housing sales are steady in the Fraser Valley, even as they seem to be in a bit more of a decline in Metro Vancouver. Declines in sales activity and prices are more marked in Metro Van, but as neighbourhoods and Lower Mainland cities are so different, it is hard to paint with too broad a brush. Still, a few basic trends seem to be emerging. One is that, despite low interest rates, people seem to be unwilling to pay any more for housing. Prices have been going up for a long time and are now at the point where many working people simply can’t afford to buy. Another trend is an inability to qualify for a mortgage. The federal government has tightened up the amortization period for homes requiring Canada Mortgage and Housing mortgage insurance and that means bigger monthly payments. And that means some people simply can’t get into the market. A third trend is more intangible, but nonetheless valid. People have a sense that the economy isn’t doing nearly as well as it could, and even positive economic news does not entice them to go out and borrow a great deal of money. It’s a mug’s game to predict where the real estate market will go next, and that’s particularly true in this corner of the world. A bubble has been predicted for years. But just when it seems that prices have hit unsustainable levels, they have continued to rise. Yet interest rates have gone about as low as they can go. And this fall they are expected to rise, possibly two points, and there are indications that—failing another major stumble in the economy—the rates will jump another two points next spring. A cooling market seems inevitable. And if that lets more people have the opportunity to buy a decent home, it’s a welcome change. —Black Press

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option for drivers to report new problems they encounter. After determining your smartphone’s location, the site displays the name and phone number of the local maintenance contractor who can take the report. For those who haven’t joined the smartphone era, there is an old-fashioned option. Dialing 5-1-1 anywhere in the province gives access to a toll-free line that connects to recorded DriveBC messages. Agarwal said use of that service has been declining as phones with web access become more popular. The 5-1-1 service also requires you to use the keypad to select your route from a numerical list, so drivers would have to pull over rather than breach the new restrictions on using handheld devices while driving. The 5-1-1 system still gets surges of heavy use during major events like the recent flooding. The plan is to upgrade the system to allow voice recognition, so drivers can use headsets to get updates on the move.

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Send City Hall the no-loan message Re: Crosty contemplates antiloan campaign (NewsLeader, July 13) Now our mayor and councillors want to put us $59 million more in debt. Please all citizens reading this, go to City Hall and get the form to vote against more taxes to pay for their spending. No they will not mail one out to you— that would be democracy. Fill it out and yes you must get it back to City Hall. Hurry: they’ve only given us until Aug. 7. Barb Der New Westminster

Good memories Re: The day the kids lost their freedom (Column, NewsLeader, June 29) Great sentiments. Thanks for the kick the can memory. I agree that our kids need more unstructured time, not more structured time. The art of play is being lost. Three or four hours of building a fort, or playing American ping pong and kickthe-can in the gloamin’—they’re my best memories too. Jim Nelson Port Moody

Projections out of whack In estimating government revenues in his budget earlier this year, Finance Minister Kevin Falcon predicted natural gas sales would generate $398 million and $846 million in royalties for the next two fiscal years. The underlying premise was that the unit price would increase during the period 20122015. Four months later the unit price has yet to show any real movement upward and Falcon now expects a $200 million revenue shortfall in the current fiscal year. His royalty estimate was based on the advice of natural gas industry representatives. And it’s not the first time they have been overly optimistic about the economic health of their sector. In November 2011, Falcon had to announce a $1.6 billion deficit caused by a gas royalty revenue shortfall. The industry apparently

had previously advised the government that the unit price would triple when in fact it fell dramatically due to a market glut. Yet, despite this experience Falcon again relied on industry sources when estimating gas revenues in his February budget. Other than the fact that their advice hasn’t yet proven out, is it really reasonable to expect industry spokespeople to paint anything but a rosy picture? After all, their first concern is maintaining investor confidence, not avoiding government deficits. Bill Brassington Burnaby

time to act on motorcycle noise Re: Motorcycle noise needs to be curbed There is really no need for New Westminster’s police to test motorcycles for noise. They can enforce Canada’s motor vehicle equipment requirements. The Motor Vehicle Act does not stipulate that the police even have to test motorcycles for noise emissions, let alone only do it at idle. Noise emission testing is optional, not required. They can ticket loud motor vehicles for observed loud operation and for equipment violations. Don’t worry about it, just do it! Larry Deal •••••

Advocates for proper noise controls get stuck on levels. Noise levels should not be enforced, only acts to raise volumes should. Most sources of nuisance motorcycle noise are from low-noise-emission regulated vehicles, operated imprudently, or operated after an act that resulted in raising a volume across all engine speeds. Allow police to use their own way to find these infractions, then have your jurisdiction require a defendant provide proof the modified equipment compared well to the standard muffling performance in order to overturn a charge. A high percentage of defendants would elect to pay the fine, or return the bike to

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Good luck! Here in what is claimed to be “the beautiful” Napa Valley, it’s loud. We have all kinds of regulations to keep things aesthetically pleasing, but the bike noise is generally ignored by authorities. Strange considering that the bikes have illegal exhaust systems on them and the noise made by the bikes is beyond excessive. If one is unfortunate enough to live near a road or street where the bikes are blasting, it is awful. Also, it will have an effect upon property values as it’s not something one would want to have to endure at home. Bad enough to deal with when traveling. Don Scott —online comments newwestnewsleader.com

still need access on east columbia Re: New Westminster looks at making way for greenway in Braid The waterfront route would be great for recreational cycling and for getting to Coquitlam and points beyond. But the bike lanes should not be “moved” from East Columbia Street, as these are still vital for access to businesses along East Columbia Street. I use my bike to shop in this neighbourhood. Christine Rowlands —online comment newwestnewsleader.com

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Metro Vancouver is Canada’s most congested urban area and second only to Los Angeles in North America, according to a report. The rankings by GPS maker TomTom – based on data gleaned from the traffic movements of its subscribers – found Vancouver drivers take on average 30 per cent longer to make a trip at congested times than when roads and highways are free flowing. Los Angeles was worst among North American cities – with a 33 per cent delay – while Miami, Seattle, Tampa and San Francisco ranked third through sixth at around 25 per cent. Toronto was ninth at 22 per cent. For Vancouver, TomTom estimated congestion translates into a 34-minute delay for each hour driven in peak periods, adding up to 83 hours over the course of a year for motorists with a 30-minute daily commute. But TransLink spokesman Drew Snider said the findings are deceptive. Metro Vancouver has fewer highways and therefore lower overall traffic speeds than Los Angeles, he said. That means a 10 kilometre per hour

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South of the Fraser. He also predicts the tolls on the Port Mann will increase congestion on arteries within Surrey as some drivers seek to avoid paying and more South of Fraser drivers try to stay on their side of the river.

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Melodious Mandolins: Do you play mandolin, mandola, mandocello, guitar or double bass, and can read music? New members welcome. This mandolin orchestra plays a variety of traditional and nostalgic popular pieces from many cultures. When: Rehearsals Wednesdays, 7 p.m. and performances each month. Where: Various locations in Burnaby or New Westminster. Info: Cathy, 604-2024191 or Nadia, 604-816-9156. Or visit www.melodiousmandolins.com.

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The details are set out in a Metro discussion paper that proposes to categorize different emitters based on high, medium and low risk of posing an odour problem. Officials will consider how much odour is emitted, as well as how well it is dispersed and the proximity to people it might offend. “If you put a stinky thing in the middle of nowhere and put it up a tall stack and nobody smells it, who cares?” Robb said. “Put that same emission source in the middle of a community – maybe at the bottom of a hill where it drifts up a hillside and ruins everybody’s weekend – that’s a substantially different matter.” Industries deemed high risk – which include compost operations with more than 10,000 cubic metres of compostibles on site and animal renderers – would be charged $5 per year for every person they expose to a specified level of smell. Metro estimates the fees might add up to $110,000 per year for the worst offenders. Robb said about six operators might now be in the high-risk category, but added more new sources are coming on stream as cities divert more organic waste from landfills. Moderate risk facilities would pay a $500 registration fee and have to develop an odour management plan, which could be subject to review and higher fees if Metro decides the odour is offending the community. Low-risk sites face no fees or requirements. Robb said it’s an important issue to address now because Metro’s decision to mandate

curbside organic waste pickup means huge volumes of food waste will be composted at facilities that will be built in the region. Fraser Richmond Soil and Fibre is the existing operator taking some food waste already but more are expected to spring up. All organics will be banned from the region’s dumps and transfer stations by 2015 and residents will be required to put all their food waste in a green bin instead of the garbage. Metro’s discussion paper says smelly emissions can interfere with sleep, add to stress and anxiety, disrupt family barbecues and cause health impacts ranging from nausea and watery eyes to headaches and sore throats. It’s not the first time air quality regulators have tried to slap fees on stinky industries. But a previous effort by Metro to actually regulate or outlaw extreme odours was struck down by an environmental appeal board. This time, the region is just trying to recover costs through fees, rather than trying to enforce limits. Robb said the odour response costs are being unfairly borne either by other air polluters through fees on their contaminants or else by taxpayers. The region is seeking feedback on the plan and the Metro board would have to vote on any bylaw imposing the fees. Metro’s own sewage treatment plants would be exempt from the odour fees. Robb said they aren’t subject to Metro’s air quality rules because they are regulated separately by the province.

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to benefit the Burnaby Hospice Society. When: Until July 31. Where: Burnaby Hospice Society Thrift Store, 6843 Kingsway, Burnaby. Info: http:// burnabyhospice.org/thrift-store/. Last Monday at the Movies passes: The Arts Council of New Westminster is now selling season passes for its 10th year of Last Monday at the Movies. Cost: Early bird price of $60 for the entire 2012/2013 season, cheque or cash. Where: Gallery in Queens Park, 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Friday, or any time by appointment. Info: 604-525-3244 or info@artscouncilnewwest.org.

Burnaby Equestrian Centre Open House: Horse lovers will have the opportunity to meet the horses of Burnaby when the Burnaby Horsemen’s Association will open its doors to offer pony rides, barn tours, free manure for your garden, information about its public lesson program, and the facility in general. Bring some change for concession snacks and well-heeled boots for pony rides. A free family event, no registration required, and everyone welcome. When: Saturday, July 21, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Burnaby Equestrian Centre, 9080 Avalon Ave., Burnaby (the east side of Burnaby Lake). Info: www.

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PAWS for Independence pub night: Beer and burger summer pub night with all proceeds to support its 10th anniversary guide and assistance dog conference planned for October. When: Thursday, July 26, 5 to 7:30 p.m. Where: Paddlewheeler Pub, 810 Quayside Drive, New Westminster. Tickets: Wendy at 604-464-9133. Info: pawsforindependence.ca/.

Resume Writing Workshop: GT Hiring Solutions is offering resume writing workshops this summer including tips on writing a cover letter to improve your chances of getting an interview. When and Where: Tuesdays, 2 to 4 p.m. on Aug. 14 and Sept. 18 at McGill library branch, 4595 Albert St., Burnaby; and Wednesdays, 2 to 4 p.m. on Aug. 15, Sept. 19 at Metrotown library branch, 6100 Willingdon Ave., Burnaby. Register: Nathan, 604-292-3006. Homemade donations wanted: Are you a knitter or crocheter? Do you create items for babies or small children? Would you like to donate your handiwork

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Beyond the Surface: Art exhibit presented by three artists living in the Sea to Sky corridor—Kay Austen, Sharon Knox and Wanda Doyle—who have pooled their talents to present a multi-medium show featuring functional ceramics, silver and semi-precious stone jewellery and a colourful array of oil and acrylic paintings. When: Until July 28, 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays to Sundays. Where: New Westminster Arts Council Gallery, Centennial Lodge in Queen’s Park. Info: 604-5253244.

Japacamp 2012: Fun-filled we e k - l o n g d ay c a m p s o f Japanese culture and JapaneseCanadian heritage, run in English and featuring activities such as martial arts, brush painting, Japanese games, as well as explorations of Japanese Canadian history. For kids aged nine to 12 of all backgrounds. When: Aug. 13-17, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: National Nikkei Museum and Heritage Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent (at Kingsway), Burnaby. Cost: $190 plus HST. Register: www.nikkeiplace.org/ upcoming-events/ japacamp-2012/ or contact 604-777-7000 ext. 110, or learning@ nikkeiplace.org.

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Dan Laird has been with the organization for 20 years and is continuing to build customers and client base. We are most proud of our long standing employees that have up to 44 years of service. We are proud to have been servicing Burnaby for the last 50 years and look forward to many more years of service.

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See the world in books Visiting different countries can be possible this summer without leaving New Westminster. The public library’s Read Around the World adult summer reading program runs until Sept. 1 and will go to all the continents in the world. Reading passports can be picked up at the library to keep a list of what you read and what you want to read. The library will be featuring a different continent or region every week. The weekly bookmarks and displays offer up some fiction, non-fiction or mystery books from the featured part of the world.

There’s also a weekly prize draw as part of the program.

Housing options in focus A BC Housing presentation on the housing registry, the rental assistance program and the SAFER program will be held at the New Westminster Library on Tuesday, July 24, from 1 to 4 p.m. The classes are co-sponsored by MOSAIC’s settlement program and the library. For more information and to register call Roja at MOSAIC at 604-522-3722, ext. 155.

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Though Justice Jon Sigurdson ruled in November 2010 that some aspects of stiffer drunk driving penalties enacted two months earlier were invalid, he did not agree with claimants in a recent case that the ruling should be retroactive.

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Law Group, said an appeal is under consideration, but added the ruling is a blow to the chances of 700 other clients who had so far signed up for a proposed class action lawsuit. “There are a lot of people who cannot afford to pay $4,000 or $5,000 to get their driver’s licence back,” he said. Solimano said many of the affected drivers had been waiting for possible retroactive relief and still have not yet undertaken costly requirements such as attending a responsible driving program or installing an ignition interlock.

$19,510 – most of it for lost wages during his 84-day driving prohibition after blowing a fail. Scott Roberts told the court Jeff Nagel he agreed to have his $5,000 Black Press vehicle destroyed because he Drivers who were hit with couldn’t afford the impound tough roadside impaired driving fees for 30 days. fines and other penalties before He claimed nearly $28,000, some aspects were declared including lost wages. invalid will not be entitled to The province adjusted the any retroactive relief, according law this spring after Sigurdson’s to a B.C. Supreme Court ruling. earlier ruling found it invalid Justice Jon Sigurdson because there wasn’t an rejected the claim brought by adequate method to challenge a four drivers, ruling they are failed reading of over 0.08 on a not entitled to be reimbursed roadside test. for fines and other expenses Now police officers must tell because his original Nov. suspected impaired 30 decision finding the law drivers they are invalid is not retroactive entitled to blow a to its September 2010 second time on the shirley Bond, Bc Justice Minister imposition. screening device and The 44 per cent reduction in alcohol-related He also rejected that the lowest of fatalities since our law came into force – with an estimated 71 lives saved – is unprecedented. the two readings will arguments that the province acted in bad apply. faith when it legislated Previously, the the Administrative Roadside “Those penalties don’t expire second reading was binding if a Prohibitions because it knew with the passage of time,” he driver opted to blow again. they would likely be challenged. said. Justice Minister Shirley “Any petitioner with any Litigants in the case weren’t Bond said she’s pleased all the outstanding fees, penalties just demanding repayment of penalties will stand, adding the or suspensions is still subject their fees and direct costs. province remains “steadfast” in to paying/serving such fees, Carol Beam, whose car was its groundbreaking approach to penalties, and/or suspensions,” impounded 34 days after a deterring drunk driving. Sigurdson ruled. failed test in October 2010, “The 44 per cent reduction in It’s bad news for the initial claimed $6,869 for costs that alcohol-related fatalities since 15,000 motorists swept up in included six days of lost our law came into force – with the net of stiffer drunk driving income, her need to hire a an estimated 71 lives saved – is penalties that took effect in driver, legal fees, the cost of an unprecedented,” Bond said. September 2010. ignition interlock and taking Diego Solimano, a lawyer the responsible driver program. twitter.com/jeffnagel with the Surrey-based Merchant Jamie Chisholm claimed

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was combined with the Edmonds City Fair held in September, it was “a total washout, literally,” said volunteer show and shine coordinator Bonnie Game with a laugh. “We had eight cars, including my everyday car. It rained buckets.” Last year, both the car show and city fair were moved to July, with much better results. The weather was hot and sunny, and about 90 cars entered the show. The car show will be interspersed with other city fair offerings all along Edmonds Street between Canada Way and Kingsway. Game said participants won’t be deterred by Edmonds Street’s current roughness—it should

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be repaved by the end of the year—since they don’t drive their prized cars very fast to begin with. But nothing scares them off like rain. There’s no limit to how old or fancy the cars can be. Last weekend Game organized the car show portion of a community event in Vancouver’s Marpole neighbourhoood and the big attraction was a 1916 Ford. “It was like the neatest car I’d ever seen. It was just very plain and simple but it was very unique.” Participants come out for the love of cars, she said. They enjoy showing off their vehicles and all the work they’ve put into them, listening to people’s reactions to their prized possessions, and talking with other like-minded classic car owners. Rather than the usual plaques, the event offers glass trophies to prize winners, said Game, who invited people to cast their votes for the people’s choice award.

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The Edmonds City Fair returns to Edmonds Street this Sunday, July 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. between Kingsway and Canada Way. As it has for the last couple years, the fair will be combined with the Edmonds Classic Car Show. This time, the cars will be interspersed with the event’s other offerings to spread out the crowds and give people a variety of attractions to look at, said event organizer Paul McDonell. The mainstage will be located at New Vista Place, near the Edmonds fire hall and will feature the annual youth talent show. Also near the Canada Way end of the event site will be the petting zoo, and rides will be located between the fire hall and Mary Avenue. Save-On-Foods is back with a barbecue on Humphries Avenue, with food offered at bargain prices, mainly to reduce waste, said McDonell. The Burnaby RCMP command vehicle will be on site, as will the Tzu Chi Foundation, and possibly ecosculptures from the Burnaby parks department. For years held in Richmond Park (recently renamed Edmonds Park), the event was moved to Edmonds Street a few years ago due to construction of the new Edmonds Community Centre scheduled to open early next year, and redevelopment of the park.

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Last year, the event brought out about 7,500 people, said McDonell, thanks to the car show being combined with the fair. Edmonds, between Kingsway and Canada Way, will be closed between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., as will the first blocks off Edmonds at New Vista Place, Mary Avenue and Humphries Avenue. Parking restrictions will be in effect between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.

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Burnaby and New Westminster youth will be entertaining the community while honing their performance skills at the Edmonds City Fair Talent Search, being held Sunday, July 22, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. About a dozen youth, 19 and under, will perform a variety of acts, from singing and dancing to playing guitar, said Jeff Scheffel, the talent show coordinator. As of Monday, there were 10 entries, with the youngest being a nineyear-old vocalist. “It’s just a great opportunity to get used to performing in front of a large crowd,” Scheffel said. The focus is on fun without a lot of pressure while promoting youth participation and building camaraderie among the young performers. “It’s a good stepping stone [for other events].” Scheffel noted that he has recruited participants who have performed at similar events, and the same could happen for performers at the Edmonds show. Jahlil Dulay, 13, will perform Sunday, for instance, after he was one of the winners of last year’s Burnaby’s

Got Talent show for his hip-hop singing and dancing. Participants will be vying for prizes of gift cards for Lougheed Town Centre. First place gets a $100 card, second gets $75 and the third place prize is a $50 card. The show goes rain or shine at the mainstage on Edmonds

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You are present during their conversations—presumably in the lunchroom or at your work stations—and so now they are almost certainly experiencing a feelings of inequality with you. (It makes them uncomfortable.) That sense of difference can only be reduced if they believe you trust them enough to share comparable details about your personal life. While it is acceptable not to feel comfortable opening up more to them at this time, you will need to consider being somewhat less guarded should your friendship develop. I would recommend you selectively reveal some aspects of your life—in context with

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AUTOMATED TANK MANUFACTURING INC. is looking for welders. Due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for 10-3rd year apprentices or journey person welders. We offer best wage in industry. 3rd yr apprentice $28-$30/hr, journey person $32-$35/hr, higher with tank experience. Profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at: (office) 780-846-2231; (fax) 780846-2241 or send resume to blaine@autotanks.ca production@autotanks.ca Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding enviornment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform.

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Interior & Exterior • Drywall Repair • Many Years Experience Free estimates

PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 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 SMOOTH MINI DACHSHUNDS, born May 11, too cute, family raised, 1st shots, dewormed. $750. 604-855-6176.

604-258-7300 cell: 604-417-5917

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MILANO PAINTING & RENOS. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

542

A-1 PAINTING CO. 604.723.8434 Top Quality Painting. Floors & Finishing. Insured, WCB, Written Guarantee. Free Est. 20 Years Exp.

356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

DISPOSAL BINS Residential & Commercial Services

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

RASPBERRIES

.Jim’s Mowing www.jimsmowing.ca

WE-PICK Blueberries $2.00 lb. 19478 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Pitt Mead. 763-2808 ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582

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

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

548 • Portable Toilets • Fencing • Containers • Waste Management • Storage

We Recycle! GO GREEN!

bradsjunkremoval.com

Haul Anything... 604.

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

220.JUNK(5865)

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

RECYCLE YOUR JUNK! Rubbish Removal, Caring for the Earth. Professional Quality Service at Great Rates. 604-787-8782

Improvements,

338

PLUMBING

PATRICK’S RUBBISH REMOVAL *Landscape *Trimming *Yard Clean *Const. Clean. *ANYTHING!!! 1 Ton Truck. Call Patrick for Prompt Quality Service @ 604-808-1652. FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards. Call Ken at 604-294-1393

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!

320

604.587.5865

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

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 Searching for your dream home or selling it? This is the location. BCCLASSIFIED.COM listings include everything from acreage, farms/ranches to condos and waterfront homes.

www.recycleitcanada.ca

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

FURNITURE

ALL NEW Queen MATTRESS SET Still in Original Plastic! Must Sell. $150 - Call: 604-484-0379

1997 CITATION 5th wheel, 27.5’ with pop out. Good condition, $6000 604-860-5225/604-869-6159

810

845

AUTO FINANCING

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

BURNABY

MAPLE PLACE TOWERS 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.

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

Call 604-421-1235 MAPLE RIDGE. Lrg, new 1 bdrm & den gr/flr apt. Luxurious, S/S appls, granite counters, prkg, f/p. $1050. Avail July. Call 778-386-1243.

The Scrapper

NEW WEST 621 Colburne; Avail Aug 1, quiet & clean 1 bdrm, 1 blk fr Queens Park & Canada Games pool. No pets, $740. 604-454-4540 NEW WESTMINSTER

DORIC MANOR

#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

236 - 8th St. Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm suites for rent. Includes heat / hot water and cable. Close to Massey Theatre, Douglas College, Royal City Mall.

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

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

Phone: 604-522-9153

NEW WESTMINSTER

Large newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrm. units available from $950 in well-kept concrete building. New floors and appl’s. Freshly painted. Patio and large storage room inste. 3 laundries in bldg. Rent incl’s heat & hot water. Sauna & jacuzzi. 5 min. walk to skytrain, Douglas College & New West Quay. Close to all amenities. Please call 604-834-1756 www.aptrentals.net

DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331 WE’RE ON THE WEB

603

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

REAL ESTATE

Call 604-540-6732

ACREAGE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

South Hazelton BC, 5-acre Mountain view Farm, newly renovated 4-bdrm, 2.5/bath house, 2 greenhouses, large garden, 2.5 acres fenced, animal shelters. $200,000. Seller Motivated. 1 (250)842-7103

627

HOMES WANTED

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

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

696

Panorama Court

www.bcclassified.com

20 Acres - Only $99/mo. $0 Down, Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas, Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee! Free Color Brochure. 800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com

625

NEW WESTMINSTER

WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in July, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-5936095.

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

OTHER AREAS

FREE BROCHURE - Kings County - ``Land of Orchards, Vineyards & Tides’’ - Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live! Work! Start Business! Toll-Free 1.888.865.4647 www.kingsrda.ca

2009 Saturn Astra XE, 4 dr h/b. Automatic. Options. Silver. 18,000 kms. $8300/firm. 604-538-4883

BURNABY, 920 Delta Ave. Nice 1 bdrm bsmt suite. No laundry N/S. N/P. $650/mo. Avail. Aug. 1st. Call 604-291-2976.

MAPLE RIDGE Kanaka 2 Bdrm, very clean, own laundry, $1000 incl util N/S, N/P, immed (604)463-7235

751

SUITES, UPPER

PORT MOODY - HERITAGE MTN. Ravine Drive. 5 Bdrms + lrg office, 3-5 baths, approx. 3000 sq.ft. on 2 floors, gorgeous city view from both floors, dble garage, ensuite with jacuzzi, spacious decks, $2200/mo. 2 Bdrm, lrg w/view, + office space, 1300 sq.ft., insuite w/d, all appls. $1100. Avail now. 604-725-4873.

752

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. Close to schools & shopping. Participation req. Shares $2000. Call 604-581-4687 or pick up application at office.

TRUCKS & VANS

2006 CHRYSLER 300, 4 door, loaded, 77,000K, fresh AirCare, $11,900 obo. Call 604-780-8404

SUITES, LOWER

COQUITLAM, 1018 Quadling Ave. Avail Aug 15th. 1 Bdrm bsmt ste in 4-plex. 4 Appls, peaceful backyard, close to shopping & bus. $775/mo. No Pets. 604-454-4540.

851

1995 SAFARI 7 pass van, all whl drive, 199K, AirCared, 2nd owner, good cond, $2600. (604)430-3556 1996 FORD RANGER, ext. cab, 2 whl. drive, auto, ArCrd, 3LV6, canopy, CD, $2500. obo 604-812-1278 2000 DURANGO 4X4, loaded, seats 7, AirCrd, exc. cond. $4500 obo. Call 604-780-8404

2003 FORD FOCUS 2 dr., 5 spd., 124K, twin cam, Air Cared, $4900 obo (778)565-4334

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 750

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

MATTRESSES starting at $99

www.EconPro.com 604-882-2733

But Dead Bodies!!

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

OF Home (604)501-9290

1989 FORD E250 Van Amera camper van, fridge, stove, furn. bathrm. Only 142,000 km. New front brakes. Everything works. $5500 obo: (604)520-6512

Take 264 St exit off Hwy #1 & follow yellow signs (6030 248 Street, Aldergrove)

604-856-3626 / 604-855-9351

“

RECREATIONAL/SALE

Greenvale Farms

OPEN Mon.- Sun. 8am to 6pm

MLG ENTERPRISES All Aspects Landscaping & Garden Solutions

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

www.aptrentals.net

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

287

Gable Gardens 1 & 2 bdrms, available Cable included, cat okay Walk to Highgate 604-521-3448

Tree removal done RIGHT!

PETS

AWD Interior/Ext Painting. Drywall/Ceiling Repairs. Call Will for a Free Estimate. (778)709-1081

GARDENING

838

1986 - 33’ Empress Motorhome, 60,000 Km. Excellent cond., $14,000 obo. Phone 604-765-0182.

Metro Vancouver Housing Co-operation.

BURNABY

TRANSPORTATION • Tree & Stump Removal • Certiﬁed Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

MOTORCYCLES

For further info call 604-451-6075 to view

Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362

LICENSED. Local. Low cost. Home theater, Big/small jobs. Renov. & panel change expert. 604-374-0062

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2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic, mint, 24,000km, studded paniers, wind scrn,$5,500obo.604-209-1039 2009 SUZUKI GSXR 750, black, mint cond. 5,000K, with helmet, $8500obo.Must See! 778-891-4501

If your income is lower than these ranges call BC Housing 604-433-2218

AT SKY VIEW ROOFING LTD

STAN’S PAINTING

Special pkg $79. Call 604-945-5801

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS A EAST WEST ROOFING & SIDING CO. Roofs & re-roofs. BBB & WCB. 10% Discount, Insured. Call 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

CARPET CLEANING

Call Ian 604-724-6373

If your income is between $35,640 and $70,000 you could be qualified for market rent.

TREE SERVICES A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

MOVING? NEED BOXES? Rent Moving Totes Instead www.SayNoToBoxes.com

Action Carpet & Furn. Cleaning

374

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

(604)787-8061

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

224

PRESSURE WASHING

Aluminum patio cover, NO HST Summer Sale. 604-782-9108 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

TRANSPORTATION

TOWNHOUSES

Spacious 2 & 3 Bdrm T/hses

$45/Hr

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

ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING SERVICES

752 BURNABY

Local & Long Distance

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

RENTALS

1989 S-CARGO (NISSAN). New Paint & sunroof. Aircare Certified. Right hand drive. Well maint. Great Marketing Opportunity! A real attention Grabber! Call 604-968-0856. $4500 OBO 2001 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA, 1.8T turbo, 4 dr sedan, std, all options, exc cond. $5300 obo 604-780-8404 2005 Honda Civic LX sedan, Black. 1 owner. A/C S/rf. p/w, p/l. No acc low mileage. $8400. 604-535-7440. 2006 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS V6 1owner, no accid, loaded, $10,750 100K. Super clean! 778-574-7991 2011 NISSAN VERSA 4/dr h/back, auto, 25,000/km, red, many options, $9000/firm. 604-538-9257.

828 COMMERCIAL VEHICLES 1990 Dodge Diesel Tow Truck. 5sp Runs exc, needs work, some whl lift parts missing lows km’s Pic’s avail $1900 or sell/parts 604 - 996 - 8734

2003 CHEV SUBURBAN Z71, black, rebuilt trans. w/warranty, used eng. new B.J. & brakes. Inspected $8400obo 604-826-0519

Galloways

A28 NewsLeader Wednesday, July 18, 2012

F I N E FOO D SP ECIA LTIES

SALE STARTS WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, ENDS FRIDAY, JULY 27

Cashews Whole Raw. Product of Vietnam. $1.10/100g

499 /LB

Pistachio Kernels Raw. Green. California. $2.20/100g

999 /LB

Pitted Prunes Extra Large. California. $0.66/100g

Soy Protien Milk Powder

92% Protien. 400g Packet:

99 /LB

699

Brown Basmati Rice India. 10 LB Bag:

Coconut Oil Organic Virgin. 908g Jar:

Vindaloo Paste for Curries 248ML Jar:

99 /LB

Walnut Halves 8 pcs. California. $1.32/100g

Whole. Raw. California. 88¢/100g

/LB

469

399

699

Brown Flax Meal Omega-3. Made Fresh In Store. 400g Packet:

Blue Diamond. $21.95/CASE OF 12

99 /QT

1099 /LB

Sundried Apricots Organic. $1.10/100g

499 /LB

Cashews Jumbo Roasted. Salted. $1.76/100g

/LB

Chamomile Flowers Egyptian. Half LB Packet:

/LB

Almonds Whole Red Skinned. Roasted. Salted. $1.10/100g

$2.42/100g

/LB

Almonds Red Skin

Almond Milk

599

Pinenuts

Tapioca Starch-Flour

399 5LB BAG

Gluten Free.

Raisins

299 /LB

Dark Thompson. Seedless. Organic. California. /LB 66¢/100g

Emma Pure Olive Oil Italian.

299

899

3L TIN

Sundried Tomatoes Italian. Low Salt. Half LB Packet:

249 /EA

Pure Spanish Saffron 0-5g Box:

5LB BAG

Wild Flower Honey Phoenicia With Comb. 1KG JAR:

Raw. Product of Vietnam. 66¢/100g

/LB

White Rice Flour Gluten Free. 50LB BAG $33.95

Cashew Pieces

249

Tandoori Curry Paste Pataks 248ML Jar:

449

If you are looking for the finest baking ingredients, Galloway’s Fine Food Specialties is the place to visit. This unique old fashioned Scottish style small shop has a wide variety of healthy natural products for almost any recipe and a fine selection of vitamins, gluten-free products, organic grains and natural treats to make Galloway’s part of a healthy lifestyle choice.

S TORE HOURS : Monda y - Th u r sday 9:00am - 5:30pm Fr i d ay 9:00am - 9:00pm S a t u r day 9:00am - 5:30pm S u n d ay 12noon - 4:00pm S t a t Holidays - Closed

Galloways FINE FOOD SPECIALTIES

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T. 604.526.7525 F. 604.526.7523

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