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Victoria Verhoven shows off some of the strings of purple lights the elizabeth fry society is selling to help raise awareness about domestic violence. purple light nights run from april 15-28 and kick off with a candlelight vigil at new westminster city hall on monday at 7 p.m.
Shining a light on domestic violence Purple Light Nights a chance for community to show solidarity Mario Bartel
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Sophia and her young family immigrated to Canada in 2007 to seek a better life, enjoy freedoms and opportunities unavailable to them in their homeland. Instead, Sophia’s home became a prison. Jealous and distrustful, her husband wouldn’t let her go out, screened her phone calls, checked
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receipts when she returned from shopping excursions. “He was very controlling,” says Sophia, which isn’t her real name. “We stayed home all the time.” Domestic violence doesn’t have to be physical. It can be mental, verbal, emotional, even financial. To escape it, women in an abusive relationship need to make a plan, says Jodi Sturge, the director of homeless initiatives with the Elizabeth Fry Society in New Westminster. That starts with recognizing they’re in trouble. Many women are afraid to reach
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out for help because of a perceived stigma, says Sturge. Family and friends may not have the patience to support them as they go through the cycle of denial, guilt and self-blame many women endure as they come to grips with their situation. Without ready access to resources and social agencies to smooth their exit from their situation, many women try to stick it out, hoping things will get better. Some fall into a high-risk lifestyle. “It’s got to be unconditional support, that’s what makes the biggest difference,” says Sturge. “It’s
about reaching out to let someone know you’re in need.” Once they’ve done that, abused women have to know they’ll be safe, their family protected, as they get their feet back under them. “They don’t realize how much it’s impacted them until they come out the other side,” says Sturge. To help ease their journey, social agencies and police have to work together to give abused women the tools they need to be able to formulate their plan to escape the violence. please see ‘i WaNT’, a3
School trustees bit the bullet on Tuesday night, trimming the school district’s $3.5-million deficit to just $33,000. It means trimming 58 positions in the district, including teachers, support staff and special education assistants (SEAs). Still, New West school trustees opted to defer payment of a $2.8-million deficit outstanding from last year. School board chair Michael Ewen said the board hopes to strike an agreement with the provincial government to renegotiate the payment of that sum, possibly spreading it over several years. Ewen said by deferring last year’s deficit, they were able to reduce the number of SEAs being cut from 35 to about 20. “We put most of that money back into SEA support,” Ewen said. “If we’re going to up class size a bit, we should ensure the support is there so those kids don’t become an additional burden to the class.” The school board is still looking at reducing its $2.2-million budget for supplies by at least $600,000. Ewen said the board hopes to cut that even further in the future.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Monday, April 22, 2013 6:00 pm Council Chamber, City Hall 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, B. C. V3L 1H9
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Location: 421 Oak Street (as shown on the map) Purpose: The purpose of Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw No. 7578, 2013 is to amend the Zoning Bylaw No. 6680 to allow additional density, front and side setback and on-site parking relaxations in return for the formal protection of the property and exterior restoration of the building. Specifically, it is proposed to amend the Zoning Bylaw to allow a floor space ration of 0.61, a front yard setback of 5.25 metres, a north/west side yard setback of 1.12 metres, a south/east side yard setback of 1.08 metres, and a relaxation of required on-site parking to 0. The purpose of the Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 7577, 2013 is to provide long-term legal protection on the property. Queries: Development Services Department: 604 527 4532. Inspection of Documents: A copy of the proposed bylaws, supporting staff reports and relevant background documentation may be inspected at the Development Services Department (Planning), City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, British Columbia, Monday to Friday inclusive (except statutory holidays) between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Friday, April 5, 2013 to Monday, April 22, 2013. Public Participation: All persons, who believe their interest in the property is affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard, or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaw prior to the close of the Public Hearing. Written submissions must be addressed to Mayor and Council, and submitted through one of the following methods: Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca Fax: 604 527 4594 Hard Copy: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9 Submissions received for the Public Hearing will be included in the public information package for Council’s consideration, which will be available on the City of New Westminster website (www.newwestcity.ca), with other associated information. No further information can be considered by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Jan Gibson, Acting Corporate Officer
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Bringing new life to a dead poets society Mario Bartel
Purdy. Future duos include Daphne Catherine Owen can’t resurrect Marlatt and the late Roy dead poets. But she’s going to Kiyooka, who were collaborators try to breathe new life into their and romantic partners in the words. 1970s, and Joe Rosenblatt and his Owen is launching a new one-time associate Gwendolyn monthly poetry series McEwen, who died at the Heritage Grill, of complications The Living and The from alcoholism Dead, that connects in1987. a living poet with the Creating the writings of one of their pairings was “a little contemporaries who bit of work,” says has passed on. Owen, driven by her The first pairing desire to keep the is George Bowering, memory of some a winner of the of the writers she’s Governor General’s George Bowering was admired and been Ca n a d a ’s fi rst p oet inspired by in her Award for fiction in laureate. 1980 and Canada’s own work as a poet first parliamentary poet laureate, and author. and Al Purdy, who was called the “The connection is beyond the country’s unofficial poet laureate grave,” says Owen. “They still before he died in 2000. live in our blood. You have more Purdy was a mentor to than five minutes of fame, your Bowering and the two became influence carries on long after fast friends. you’re gone.” “We kept up a regular and Having a partner, Warren lively correspondence, between Dean Fulton, who owns a vast two guys who considered each archive of more than 8,000 books other the best of a bad lot,” says of Canadian poetry as well as Bowering of his relationship with an extensive video and audio
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Catherine Owen is presenting The Living & The Dead poetry series, that pairs living poets with dead contemporaries, at the Heritage Grill, beginning April 20. The first pairing is George Bowering and his old friend and mentor, the late Al Purdy.
collection of readings, also helps. Some of those recordings will be played in public for the first time during the series, creating, for instance, a unique opportunity to see Purdy perform his famous poem “At the Quinte Hotel” and then hear Bowering read his own “At the Cecil Hotel” that he wrote as a response. It’s not unlike a music video
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Sophia says she started to plan her escape from her 17-year marriage when she realized she wasn’t happy, she wanted to be able to make her own choices. She started saving every spare dollar she could to buy bus tickets to British Columbia for herself and her children, aged 4 to 16. “I wasn’t scared, because I didn’t want this anymore,” says Sophia, who’s been living at Elizabeth Fry’s New West
shelter since March. “I want to be able to teach my kids a healthy life.” It’s a simple enough desire, but one that must constantly be reinforced. “Awareness is the only way to make change,” says Sturge. “Domestic violence doesn’t belong in anyone’s community. We have to look at what issues make a relationship healthy.” • The Elizabeth Fry Society at 402 E. Columbia St. is
selling strings of purple lights and individual purple bulbs to support the Purple Light Nights Fund. Individuals and local businesses are being asked to string the lights during Purple Light Nights, which run from April 15-28, to raise awareness about domestic violence and to show support to those who have experienced or are experiencing abuse. The campaign kicks off with a candlelight vigil at New West city hall on Monday, at 7 p.m.
of a living artist performing a duet with another long gone, says Owen. “It puts their work into a new context,” says Owen. “It brings it out of the anthology.” “It’s like looking at paintings,” says Bowering. “You go into an art museum and see paintings side by side. You learn about one by seeing
the way it is like and not like the other.” The series is also a bit of a resurrection in New Westminster for Owen. She ran a poetry series out of the old Corner Pocket café on Sixth Street in the early 1990s before moving on to other venues like Myles of Beans in Burnaby, various libraries around the Lower Mainland and eventually to living rooms in East Vancouver. She says the burgeoning arts and performance scene in the city brought her back, eager and energized to lend her own touch. That means performances by local musicians will bookend the poetry readings and the open mic portion of the evening will be critically reviewed by the guest poets. “It brings all kinds of different people together, and we’ll see what happens.” • The Living & The Dead poetry series begins April 20, 5-7 p.m. at the Heritage Grill. For more information contact blackcrow.2@ hotmail.com.
Hepburn, Grant come to town Want to see the classic Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant film Charade on the big screen? Critics on RottenTomatoes.com rate it 91% and call it a stylish comedy-thriller, and it’s also been referred to as “the best Hitchcock movie that Hitchcock never made.” Shiloh-Sixth Avenue United Church is hosting a showing of the 1963 film, which is in colour, on Friday, April 19 at 7 p.m. Cost is just $1 admission, and drinks and popcorn are just $1 each. The church is located at 1111 Sixth Ave. in New Westminster.
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A4 NewsLeader Friday, April 12, 2013
NEW WESTMINSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY CELEBRATES POETRY MONTH
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April is National Poetry Month and the New Westminster Public Library is celebrating with a special evening featuring three poets on Monday, April 8 at 6:30 pm. Candice James, Poet Laureate of New Westminster, Penn Kemp, Poet Laureate of London, Ontario, and Manolis Aligizakis, a Greek-Canadian poet and author, will read from their poetry. An open mic will follow. The event sponsored by The League of Canadian Poets and the Canada Council. It is free but registration is requested. Call 604-527-4667. The library is at 716 6th Avenue in New Westminster and is wheelchair accessible.
NEW LIBRARY BRANCH PHOTO CONTEST In a few short weeks, the New Westminster Public Library will become a two-branch library system for the first time in its 142 year history. The Library is celebrating the new branch by asking the community to show – in photographs – what you love best about the Library and New Westminster. The My New West photo contest will run until May 31, 2013. All you have to do is capture what you love most about our city in a stunning photo and submit it to the library. People of all ages and skill levels from novice to experienced can participate. Details about the contest are available in the library and on the library’s website at www.nwpl.ca under “Events & Programmes”. For questions, email contest@nwpl.ca.
LITFEST NEW WEST 2013 LitFest New West, the premier literary event in New Westminster, takes place Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Douglas College. Presented by the Arts Council of New Westminster, and co-sponsored by Douglas College and the New Westminster Public Library, LitFest New West offers writing workshops, poetry readings, a marketplace, book signings by authors, and a literary showcase. The festival will launch with a special evening at the Library on Friday, April 12 at 6:30 pm. Some of the Remarkable Royal City Women who authored or were featured in the new book Grace, Grit and Gusto will talk about the book and their experiences. A reception will follow. Pre-registration is requested at 604-527-4667. All the details about Lit Fest New West are at artscouncilnewwest.org.
QUEENSBOROUGH RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION MEETING Tuesday, April 16 7:00 pm Residences By the River, 83 Star Crescent, common room Any questions, concerns or agenda items can be sent to qbresidents@yahoo.ca
CREATE A MAGNIFICENT HANGING BASKET The City of New Westminster is famous for its beautiful hanging baskets. Now you can discover the secrets and learn how to create a lush, colourful hanging basket for your home. The hanging basket course will include 2 hours of hands-on instruction, an 18” or 14” basket with chain hanger, plants, soil, fertilizer, and the infamous wick and watering pan. Dates & Times: Monday, April 29 - 12:00 - 2:00 pm Saturday, May 4 - 3:00 - 5:00 pm Thursday, May 9 - 6:30 - 8:30 pm Saturday, May 18 - 9:00 - 11:00 am Cost: 14” Basket: $63.00 - 18” Basket: $73.00 All courses will take place in the Queen’s Park Green House Complex. To register, please call 604-777-5111.
HEART 2 ART GALA Wednesday, April 17 7:00 - 9:00 pm Century House Youth and seniors from New Westminster have been working collaboratively on five different art projects and will be bringing them all together for one night to showcase their hard work. Mosaic * Spoken Word * Theatre * Digital Photography * Variety For more information and to RSVP, please call Shelly Schnee at 604-519-1061.
SAFE NEIGHBOURHOOD GRANT The City of New Westminster and New Westminster Community Policing Committee (NWCPC) have partnered together to offer residents an opportunity to come together and talk about their neighbourhood safety. The Safe Neighbourhood Grant aims to encourage local residents and merchants to participate in community safety and livability by hosting neighbourhood safety meetings and events. These safety meetings or events are used as a forum to talk about crime prevention, whereby police staff or volunteers would like to attend and talk to your group or host an information booth. The Safe Neighbourhood Grant is a way to promote safe, livable and cohesive neigbhourhoods, which in turn build the best community in which to live, work and play. For more information on the Safe Neighbourhood Grant visit www.newwestpolice.org
YOUTH FIREFIGHTER PROGRAM 2013 The Youth Firefighter Program is a condensed Fire Academy for Grades 11 and 12 New Westminster youth interested in learning more about a career in firefighting . The 2013 program will include first aid training, auto extrication, fire science, fire safety, extinguisher training and live firefighting. Application process: • Application deadline: April 19, 2013 • Interview dates: May 6 - May 10 • Successful applicants announced: May 13 The 5 day program starts on July 2nd and ends with a Live Fire session at the JIBC on July 6th. Find the application at www.newwestcity.ca/fire under Community Events and News.
CENTURY HOUSE THRIFT SALE Saturday, April 13, 2013 • 10:30 am - 2:00 pm Century House, 620 Eighth Street Bargains galore! FREE admission! “Recycled” treasures include: • clothing • small appliances • jewelry • kitchenware • knick-knacks • books • records • plants Don’t miss this opportunity to pick up odds and ends at a great price. Donations accepted April 6 to April 12 at Century House.
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Friday, April 12, 2013 NewsLeader A5
Doctors say ERs on life support Mario Bartel
norm. It takes another offense to the senses to As Adam Lund bring it to the surface drives to his shifts again.” at Royal Columbian That shock can come Hospital, he tries not from shifts that run to think about what hours into overtime awaits him. because there aren’t It’s not the patients enough doctors on that cause him stress; duty, to gurneys of in 10 years as a doctor patients lined down in the emergency the hallways and into rooms at RCH and the Tim Hortons next Eagle Ridge Hospital to the waiting area he’s treated everything because the treatment from sprained fingers rooms are already to accident full, to trauma. sick people video-online] vomiting Rather it’s the newwestnewsleader.com into conditions garbage they’ll cans endure as they await because their malady his care that makes him isn’t as serious as grip his steering wheel the dozens of others tighter, and cause his who’ve already been stomach to churn. waiting for care for “We’re always in hours. a situation where So Lund and the resources are his colleagues in insufficient to meet emergency rooms patients’ needs,” says around the province Lund. are speaking out. “It’s like being in a They’re calling disaster zone; initially for $10 million in you’re in shock but additional funding to then that becomes the hire more doctors to
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Adam Lund, eR doctor It feels like we’re not doing our best. It bothers me that people from my community are suffering and waiting. We have professional standards and that rarely happens.
Royal Columbian ER doctor Adam Lund was one of several doctors who have recorded themselves on video for the website bcemergencycare.com to highlight what they say is inadequate staffing levels.
meet current demand as well as other initiatives to ease wait times and improve care for ER patients. These include a return of the annual review of patients’ needs and staffing levels and the enforcement of a standard eight-hour timeframe from when a patient first enters an ER to their admission to a ward. According to the Canadian Medical Association Journal, between January 2010
he decided to get into medicine after doing first aid and lifeguarding work when he was a teen. “I love being in a position of helping people in a time of need, to sort out what’s
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and April 2012 there were 40,000 more patient visits to 19 emergency rooms in B.C. hospitals than they were staffed to handle. Those staffing levels were set three years ago and haven’t been re-evaluated since. “It’s not just the occasional bad shift anymore,” says Lund. “It’s the status quo. The exceptional days are when we have beds available.” It wasn’t supposed to be this way when
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Price of democracy A number of organizations and political parties are taking aim at the financing of political parties, citing the release last week of information about funds raised by the BC Liberals and the NDP. The Liberals raised about $10 million in 2012, with about half of that coming from businesses. The NDP raised about $7 million, with $1 million coming from businesses and another $1.6 million from unions. NDP leader Adrian Dix has agreed with Integrity B.C., an election watchdog group, the BC Conservative Party, the Green Party and independent MLAs that there should be a ban on donations from businesses and unions to political campaigns. This would bring B.C. into line with the federal government and most other provinces. Is this really best for democracy? Unions like the B.C. Teachers Federation have spent millions in advocacy ads over the years, and are doing so now. It is unlikely that any ban on donations would extend to advocacy ads, given that it would be unlikely to survive a court challenge. The Liberals, the latest version of the free enterprise coalition, get funds from many businesses, and the NDP (and the CCF before them) get funds from labour. What’s wrong with that? A limit on donations from an individual business or union to a party, and a law that would prevent that organization from making simultaneous donations to individual candidates to try to get around the limit, would be sufficient in limiting the influence of any one donor. No one should be able to buy an election but businesses, unions, advocacy groups and individuals should be free to donate to political parties. Democracy is a battle of ideas, and getting ideas out into the public square requires money and effort. —Black Press
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These malls could be true city centres The shopping centre is dead. Long live the shopping centre. All across the U.S., traditional suburban malls are dying. In Texas, if you can believe it, a Walmart has been turned into an award-winning public library. I know—books? It’s a topsy-turvy world. Here in B.C. most malls are still doing OK, though many malls across Canada are struggling, at least according to DeadMalls.com. But when things die, new life isn’t far behind. And this new life for dead malls is—and I’m talking as someone who drags his heels into a mall only when new underwear is mandatory—actually quite exciting. Three local malls are poised to become authentic, living, breathing town centres. Oh, today’s malls are pleasant enough, but it’s kind of like watching your favourite TV show in black and white—beyond the occasional decent food
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fair or services like a doctor or physiotherapist’s office, malls are an unrelenting stream of shops cut from a single bolt of corporate cloth. What? There’s a Gap here? It’s the people that give a mall any stitch of charm. Saturday at Metrotown, it’s the vibrant human tapestry we’re drawn to. But malls are changing. Soon, Burnaby’s Brentwood Town Centre, Vancouver’s Oakridge and not too far off another Burnaby mall, Lougheed, will be transformed. If they get the go-ahead, these malls will become true city centres as they re-shape our idea of the shopping centre.
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At the core, these changes are driven by the concept called New Urbanism, which means building on a human scale, with emphasis on walkability, easy transit access, a mix of uses and reduced dependence on cars. The buzzwords are “placemaking” and the creation of “high streets,” which tap into our idea of main streets of yore, humming with people and shops, where it’s easy to meander. These new malls will still make space for cars, of course, but it’ll be all hush-hush, tucked away somewhere, so the overall feel is more friendly. Plans for Brentwood and Oakridge amount to a huge bonanza for the mall owners as a sea of wasted asphalt becomes home to residential and office towers, while retaining all the shops (and more) that are on the site today. Residents will win in this change, too. Instead of being giant boxes of canned air, few windows and
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no clocks, these new malls offer a mix of everything. Places to live and work, places to shop and eat, places to just hang out—it’s a recipe for creating a real beating heart that’s active and engaging during all the waking hours. Oakridge will have a new seniors centre and library, and much of the old-fashioned mally stuff will be tucked beneath 16 acres of green space on the mall’s roof. It’s yet to be hammered out, but the Brentwood project will also deliver millions in cash or amenities to the city in exchange for the added density. Shape Properties has an approved master plan to stud the 28-acre site with 11 residential towers and two office buildings. The whole place will be transit and pedestrian friendly, with wide sidewalks (picture bistro tables), bike paths, park space and plenty of pedestrian-only pathways. Please see TYPICAL, A7
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Carbon Trust has helped world-class conservation project Re: Greenhouse gas leaks from Pacific Carbon Trust (BC Views, NewsLeader, April 3) The recent release of a report by the BC Auditor General has led to a vigorous debate on the future of carbon neutral government. As a seller of carbon credits to the Pacific Carbon Trust, the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) looks forward to any clarity that may result in the B.C. carbon market. However, Tom Fletcher’s column perpetuates factual errors that fail to inform any debate. Acquisition of a conservation project is the beginning of our work, not the end. When NCC purchased Darkwoods in 2008, our expensive, longterm commitment to the conservation lands began. From the outset, revenue from carbon sales was seen as critical to supporting this stewardship effort. Without the possibility of carbon sales NCC could not have undertaken a project of the size and scope of Darkwoods. Yet, those facts are conveniently overlooked by Mr. Fletcher. Further he fails to understand the baseline used to calculate stored carbon at Darkwoods. Independent evaluations were not based on the possibility of NCC clear-cutting the property, but rather on what would have happened had NCC not acquired Darkwoods. The alternative to NCC ownership was acquisition by a market-
based buyer. The land would have been intensively logged and subdivided. The difference between that scenario and the current conserved property forms the basis for carbon valuation. Mr. Fletcher asks rhetorically if NCC would have logged Darkwoods. “Legally, it could not,” he writes. On the contrary, NCC does log the Darkwoods site. We operate a small, sustainable harvest based on conservation values that supports the property and the community. In fact, overall our ownership of Darkwoods has resulted in a $13 million economic benefit to the community, to date. The Darkwoods Forest Carbon project was the first of its kind undertaken in Canada. The project is certified under the Verified Carbon Standard; a standard that ensures a carbon project follows internationally recognized protocols and has tangible environmental benefits. We spent three years developing the project, and exercised due diligence at every step while working with industry experts. The project also fulfilled all provincial regulations and met all standards for carbon offsets. More importantly, Darkwoods is a world-class conservation project. Without revenue from forest carbon, the long-term protection of this vital 55,000 hectare property and the fate of animals and
plants that find a haven there would be in jeopardy. The proceeds from the carbon sales went back into the long-term stewardship of Darkwoods— for the sake of nature and the people of B.C. Tom Swann The Nature Conservancy of Canada
Let’s fix broken cycLing Links Re: Seeking a safe ride to the river (NewsLeader, April 5) Andrew Feltham has touched on something worthwhile and necessary with his suggestions. I live in the Metrotown area and sometimes use the bike path below the SkyTrain line. One day I wanted to go to New Westminster. It is a great ride up to 22nd Street station, then the highway must be crossed, the trail continues for a short stretch, and then you are thrown onto the highway. Needless to say, I did not like that at all. I have noticed quite a few areas where the cycling route is inadequate, but I also understand it will take a while to happen. I am happy to see that municipalities are listening. O. Koppe Burnaby
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The ugly bus loop at the corner of Willingdon and Lougheed will be gone, the SkyTrain station will merge into the project, and that corner will become a one-acre public plaza where the developer wants us to imagine cafés, restaurants, public events and a great space to just lounge and people watch. ShapE prOpErTiES Brentwood’s owner Plans at Brentwood Town Centre include the creation of a one-acre public plaza at also owns Lougheed and the corner of Willingdon and Lougheed, which would host public events large and appears poised to do small. something similar there. this, but I can one day imagine At 38 acres, it’s 10 acres living near real city centres— myself spending more time at larger and soon to become the places to gather, shop, re-create junction of two SkyTrain lines. and bump into your neighbours. the mall. For people who live near Yes, malls have always been Chris Bryan is editor Brentwood, Oakridge and community gathering places. of the NewsLeader. Lougheed, it’s quite possible But they’ve lacked soul. they’ll one day find themselves I can’t believe I’m saying
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by the end of this year ahead of public consultations to gauge community support. Host sites don’t necessarily have to be within Metro Vancouver. Sites further away, such as on Vancouver Island, would have one advantage: defusing opposition from Fraser Valley residents who fear more air pollution wafting their way. And there could be sites in the Fraser Valley itself – one of the proponents is named Chilliwack Bioenergy Group and owned by local businessmen there. But other factors will also be in play, according to Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan, vice-chair of Metro’s zero waste committee. Undeveloped greenfield sites or others where intensive redevelopment is expected – such as Surrey’s City Centre – may better harness steam heat or electricity generated by the plant for a district energy system supplying nearby buildings. “There are some benefits that can go to a community as a result of that,” Corrigan said.
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Metro Vancouver will soon launch its search for sites for a new waste-to-energy plant that is sure to be controversial in whatever neighbourhoods are picked and potentially lucrative for the successful host city. Starting in July, land owners interested in hosting a new garbage incinerator will be asked to step forward and advise the regional district of their interest. Metro will short-list up to five sites that it would secure with options to purchase that could see the regional district pay out up to $7.5 million to the land owners as compensation while they wait to see if their site is chosen. Meanwhile, some of the 19 companies proposing various technologies to build the new plant may have secured sites of their own that would also be added to the list. All proposed sites would be made public
“Also it encourages a new incinerator could as burning natural gas youre stuck with the First Nation has development in power the equivalent or getting hydro from garbage.” had talks with areas where you of 15,000 homes with a dam. It wouldn’t be Cities and First Aquilini Renewable might not have been garbage that would your fuel of choice. Nations can both Energy – one of the able to encourage otherwise be landfilled. But the idea is you directly propose proponents – about development before, “Obviously this isn’t create energy from their own property hosting the plant on because they’ve got this going to be as clean the garbage because and the Tsawwassen TFN treaty land. source of energy.” He said a city could parlay a waste-toenergy plant into success in several ways. If it proposes a site RE/MAX Advantage Realty (Each office independently owned and operated) in the midst of a larger Kellie Vallee Karen Visit our website for an online photo tour of our listings area of industrial land Leong-Boswell it already owns, the www.TeamDaveVallee.com city can later sell off Email: info@teamdavevallee.com its surrounding land at RE/MAX Advantage Realty’s Top Sales Team of the Year 2003-2011 PLACE 2012 a profit to industries RECENTLY • 1423 EDINBURGH ST • #26 72 JAMIESON CRT or other buildings that spring up around it, also pocketing NEW NEW NEW development fees and a LISTING LISTING LISTING permanent jump in its property tax base. Since any site OPEN SUN OPEN SAT OPEN SAT proponent can put 2:30-4:30 2:30-4:30 2:30-4:30 whatever conditions they want on it, the city #107 67 Miner #313 18 Smokey Smith #223 600 Park Cres $289,999 $295,000 $479,900 could also insist it get Your Garden Suite Oasis. A lovely, Beautiful NW facing bright & spacious One of the largest 3 bdrm townhome electricity or heat from private, corner unit, garden patio suite 813 sf, 2 bdrm corner suite in the award in the area. This 3 level, 10 yr old, 3 the Metro incinerator in “Fraserview Park”. This west facing, winning “Crofton” building close to bdrm, 2 bath, 1441 sf award winning quiet unit is a spacious Two Bed plus DEN Queens Park, Elementary & Middle at wholesale rates and Townhome is close to Queens Park, and has 1 FULL baths and 1 half bath. schools, Canada Games pool & fitness schools, shopping & transit. This then use the offer of Gas fireplace, oak cabinets, beautiful centre, shopping & transit. This beautiful immaculate home features new paint, 9’ wood fl ooring throughout. Bldg recently discount power – lower suite features tile & laminate floors, open ceilings on main, laminate floors, open upgraded common areas (ALL PAID) - New plan, gas f/p, large covered balcony, 1 yr than BC Hydro’s kitchen with maple cabinets, Island & slope Roof - to be installed (ALL PAID). Well old SS applcs , huge master bdrms, large black appliances, 2 gas f/p, 2 parking prices – as a carrot to managed ADULT bldg (19 yrs +). Social/ closets, designer paint & window screens. stalls, lovely patio/yard area, big closets, Game room + extra parking rentals $15 draw developers to the Quiet location. Excellent rainscreened insuite storage & direct access to mth. Small PETS OK. Close to Transit & building & well managed strata. 1 pet ok precinct. parking, new front load washer/dryer, Shopping. Excellent Value! window screens & more. Besides being a powerful economic - 341st Production NEW development76th lever, Season the PRICE resulting district energy enclave may also be trumpeted as cutting greenhouse gases. OPEN SUN OPEN SUN OPEN SAT 2:30-4:30 2:30-4:30 12:00-2:00 “It’s a really good green badge for ciites,” #406 620 7th Ave 8467 15th Ave, Bby 317 2nd Street Corrigan said, adding $268,000 $650,000 $799,900
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Kitimat Clean refinery proposal has merit At the time I was skeptical of its chances. My initially negative attitude was based mainly on my experience of 10 years service on the board of directors of Imperial Oil. Since I was accustomed to the discussion of petroleum economics centered in Calgary, I saw no need for a refinery in Kitimat. That attitude was based on the fact that there had not been a new refinery built in North America in many years. And any needed increase in petroleum production was achieved by expansion of existing refineries throughout North America. But after my service with Imperial Oil, I went on to serve four years at Canfor which led to my nine visits to China in search of lumber markets. My exposure to the phenomenal expansion of China’s economy opened my eyes to the true merit of the Kitimat refinery concept.
Jim Shepard It made me realize that it would not be just another refinery relying on the North America market but rather a refinery that would supply the vast appetite of China for petroleum products. The challenge will be to draw the attention of Asian investors who would see the value to this investment. It appears that David Black, after many years of effort, is nearing an agreement that could provide the vast capital infusion needed to make this refinery initiative a reality. The appetite for oil products for all Asia will continue to grow and the Kitimat refinery is ideally situated to take advantage. Asian countries, especially China, are very interested in securing sustainable supply of resources that will flow freely without undue trade barriers like surprises with taxes, regulations or tariffs. Canada has a good reputation as a free trade country that can be relied on as
David Black, owner of this newspaper, is also the owner of Kitimat Clean Ltd., a company which hopes to build and operate a refinery in northern B.C. that would be the cleanest upgrading and refining site in the world.
a dependable source of supply. Now is a very opportune time to attract the vast investment needed to make the Kitimat refinery go ahead. David Black, with his years of dilligence, deserves our appreciation for displaying the foresight and courage to invest his time, money and reputation to help bring along this huge initiative. The positive merits of the Kitimat refinery are so profound that this project is really beyond any political persuasion. Any and all supporters of NDP, Liberal, Conservative or even Green should see the tremendous benefits that would come to B.C. with this project. This initiative will involve the investment of billions of dollars. It’s hard for any of us to visualize a million let alone a billion of anything. So let’s look at the “on the ground” facts of such an undertaking. Let’s start with the big picture. When it comes to the benefits of a petroleum cycle from well exploration to the gas station, the jurisdiction that hosts the refining process enjoys a huge portion of the value addition to the raw material. For the Kitimat Clean refinery project, that would mean several thousand mostly trade union jobs for the multi-year term of the construction phase. It would also mean creation of over 3,000 permanent jobs for the operation and supply support of the refinery when running. This refinery would be processing 175 million barrels per year which means the tax revenue that could go toward health care, education, vital services for the disabled and elderly would be immense.
But job creation and tax revenue is not the only desirable feature of the refinery. It also would provide much lower risk to the marine environment. The shipments out of the refinery would be finished product like aviation fuel, gasoline and diesel. These products, if ever spilled, would be much less impactful on the marine environment. They would also be transported in smaller ships. I know there are those on both sides of the political aisle that see this as a political issue. I would disagree with both. This is a project that can be attractive to all political stripes. Trade unions would see a significant increase in jobs and memberships. Hospitals and schools across B.C. would see an improvement in government funding. Business activity, especially in the challenged northwest B.C., would be positively impacted. And those with a concern for the threat of marine spills would see a significantly reduced exposure for the environment. Based on the huge positive impact this initiative could have on B.C., I think the question should not be if we want it... but rather, how can we help make sure the petroleum world sees this as an attractive way to invest billions of shareholder capital. James F. Shepard served as president and chief executive officer of Canfor Corp. from 2007 to 2011. He was chief executive officer of Finning International Inc. from 1991 to 2000 and has served as vice-chairman of the Conference Board of Canada.
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Meet New West’s Alicia Worobec, Kin’s Green Fighter…
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Alicia is working on leading a healthier life and wants to continue this with the Kin’s Green Fighters challenge. Alicia Worobec used to handle stress by eating. Pastries, doughnuts, chips, a quick trip to McDonald’s brought her comfort. But now that she’s into the second month of her Kin’s Green Fighters fitness and health challenge she’s learning how to break that habit. Instead of diving into sweet treats to combat anxiety, she’s writing in a journal, talking things out with her husband. But most important, she’s creating boundaries to reduce stress and anxiety. “Learning to say no is really hard for me as a people pleaser.” Her efforts are paying off. “I am liking myself again.”
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School funds lead B.C. spending blitz Tom Fletcher Black Press
In the final days before the election campaign formally begins on April 16, the B.C. Liberal government is rolling out spending announcements as rival parties prepare to outline their commitments. In Vancouver, Premier Christy Clark and Education Minister Don McRae announced plans for earthquake-resistance work on 45 B.C. schools Monday, with a whopping price tag of $584 million. With 37 of B.C.’s 60 school districts in earthquakeprone areas of the province, the government’s systematic program to reinforce schools stretches back to 2004. In Abbotsford, Finance Minister Mike de Jong and Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick announced a $1 million program to provide milk from local dairy farms at no cost to children from kindergarten to grade two. Co-sponsored by the B.C. Dairy Association, the program is offered to 1,400 schools already enrolled in the B.C. government’s fresh fruit
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and vegetables program. The front-running NDP completed their slate of candidates on the weekend. Nominations in Peace River South, Peace River North, Boundary-Similkameen and West Vancouver-Seato-Sky mean the NDP has chosen contenders in all 85 constituencies for the May 14 vote. NDP leader Adrian Dix is planning to release a “fiscal framework” this week to outline what revenues and spending the party would
implement to balance the provincial budget within four years. Last week NDP finance critic Bruce Ralston accused the B.C. Liberals of presenting a balanced budget by understating spending plans and overstating revenues by a combined $800 million. B.C. Conservative and Green Party organizers are still searching for candidates in some constituencies, but both parties have released detailed policy documents on their websites. twitter.com/tomfletcherbc
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Langley’s Waterstone to release next phase
Appealing to the downsizing market As the baby boomers get older, many of them are looking to find a singlestorey home that they can lock up and leave when they decide to go away for awhile. The newest phase at Langley’s Waterstone, called Esplanade, has been catering to downsizers with spacious floorplans and a vibrant community feel. “These are the largest ever floorplans offered at Waterstone,” says Scott Brown of Colliers International. “It’s also the first lofted product in the area. That loft gives you 100 square feet of extra living space.” Along with that extra space, the homes with lofts will have 14-foot
ceilings. Brown notes that it can be hard for downsizers to move from a larger single-family home to a small condominium, especially when they’ve been there for many years and possibly raised a family. “There’s an emotional connection to your home,” he says. One of the things that he has found downsizing buyers asking for is storage. People accumulate plenty of possessions over the years, and sometimes aren’t ready to part with all of it quite yet. For more information about Esplanade, visit waterstoneliving.ca or call 604-530-5399.
grain cabinets in Wenge veneer, while the Contemporary scheme features polished quartzite countertops and Rift white oak veneer lower cabinets and white lacquered uppers. Moving into the bathroom, you’ll find a space made for peace and quiet. With a deep soaker tub, stylish chrome hardware and a frameless clear tempered glass shower door, you’ll feel like you’re in a spa as soon as you step inside. Homeowners will be able to take advantage of several amenities on-site, including a fitness studio and sauna, an outdoor terrace with plenty of green space, a firepit and children’s play area, and a concierge service. Residents will also have use of a lounge with a kitchen, bar and billiards table. However, it’s the huge lobby that is one of the most impressive things about Vantage. With it’s 20-foot vaulted
ceilings, gorgeous marble floor and oversize chandelier, it’s truly impressive. “The lobby blew me away,” Tayour says. Vantage is perfectly placed within the neighbourhood. With restaurants, transit and shopping on your front steps, you won’t have to travel very far to get what you need. Elementary and secondary schools are nearby, along with the British Columbia Institute of Technology and Simon Fraser University. When you want to head outside, you’ll find plenty to love at Burnaby’s amazing parks, recreational and cultural centres. The premium collection homes start at $599,000 and are ready to move in this spring. For more information, visit vantagebyembassy.com, call 604-294-3339 or visit the sales centre at 1902 Rosser Ave., Burnaby, open daily 12 to 5, except Thursday and Friday.
‘Only new completed development of this level in the area’
Embassy brings amazing Vantage point to Brentwood By Kerry Vital
Embassy Developments brings sophisticated style to North Burnaby with the premium collection homes at Vantage, its modern high-rise tower in Brentwood that is becoming an integral part of the skyline. “This is a small collection of boutique luxury homes,” says sales manager Muna Tayour. “They’re really, really spectacular.” With penthouse-style finishings and spacious floorplans, the premium twobedroom homes at Vantage are made for elegance. “This level of finishing is far superior” to anything else on the market, Tayour says. “This is the only new completed development of this level in the area.” Embassy is owned by Ryan Bosa, son of real estate legend Nat Bosa. The Bosa name is well-known for high-quality homes, and Tayour says this has had an effect on buyers at Vantage.
“Being familiar with the developer is very important in purchasing,” she says. “People are confident with Ryan and the Embassy name.” Indeed, Bosa started Embassy in 2003 and has since continued his father’s legacy for impressive projects. This is readily apparent in the premium collection homes, which are located on the 23rd floor and higher in the 33-storey building, so the views are spectacular. Each two-bedroom home comes with a spacious balcony to give you ample outdoor living space to entertain or relax. The huge windows bring the outdoors inside, highlighting the nine-foot ceilings that add to the airiness of your home. The two-bedroom floorplans average 1,150 square feet, so there is no shortage of space. In fact, Vantage is the only tower in the neighbourhood that offers such large suites. The two-bedroom homes are one-of-a-kind, and perfect for homeowners looking for the space of a penthouse but with the price of a condo. When it comes to making your home your own, you are able to choose between two colour schemes, Classic and Contemporary. In the kitchen, you’ll find full-size stainless-steel appliances and a fullheight stone backsplash. The Classic colour scheme comes with granite countertops and horizontal wood
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Vantage by Embassy Development is the only new-construction high-rise in Brentwood that can offer spacious two-bedroom homes with the feel of a penthouse. With gourmet kitchens, above, and an open floorplan with expansive windows, top, Vantage is perfect for those looking for an impressive home at a great price.
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CLUXEWE RESORT MGR. required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Pt. Hardy to manage cabins, campground & restaurant. Enquire for job description or Apply to manager@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250949-6066 by midnight on April 12, 2013. F/T, salary commensurate with experience.
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$100-$400 CASH DAILY for Landscaping Work! Competitive, Energetic, Honesty a MUST!
Full Time Workers Needed Fun promos! $11/hr to start, up to $20/hr. No commissions. No sales, no experience, no problem. Start work at noon.
Call Candice:604-777-2195
LIGHT DUTY CLEANERS Five Star Building Maintenance has F/T and P/T openings for reliable Light Duty Cleaners in Metro Vancouver. Day shifts only (weekdays/weekends). We offer training programs, attractive wages and benefits. Fax resume to: 604.435.0516 or email to: staff@fivestarbc.ca
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
TRADES, TECHNICAL
Carpenter two VACANCIES (NOC 7271), General carpentry, Finish carpentry, ASAP, Temp, F/T, $24.00 hourly, 40 hr weekly, CPP,WCB, EI, Various location (Grater Vancouver), 3 years of work experience, Basic English, Albanian an asset. Prepare layouts, measure, cut, shape, assemble and join mouldings, wood materials, drywall and plastics materials, Build foundations, Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings and hardware, Build floor beams and subflooring, Build walls and install partitions, Install suspended ceilings, Build built-in-place pitched roof systems, Build roof trusses, Build built-in-place flat roofs, Install roof flashing, Install drywall, Build decks and fences, Operate power tools, etc.... Email: senaid2010@hotmail.com, fax: 604-515-9066
www.bcclassified.com
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WAREHOUSE
PLANT WORKERS & EXP. FISH FILLETERS Required by Fish Processing Plant for day shifts.
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
Please apply at: #200-11251 River Rd. Richmond.
WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
Need extra cash? DRIVER WANTED
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Do you have a reliable van & valid driver’s license? You could make extra money delivering on Wednesdays/ Thursdays. This delivery is to stores, apartments & boxes in the Vancouver area. Papers are available for pickup on Wednesdays and must be completed by noon on Thursdays. For more information please call Miguel at 604-742-8676 or email: circulation@ wevancouver.com
SALES
JOY MANAGEMENT Inc. DBA “Seacret SPA” in Vancouver & Burnaby requires F/T Sales people for Women’s Cosmetics products, Oakridge Center & Metropolis at Metrotown $13hr. & 1 to 2 years experience. Supervisors $17.50hr. Email: hr@joymgmt.ca
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PERSONAL SERVICES
PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT
A Seafood distribution company is looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual with a strong drive to excel for the position of Vice President. Strong oral and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of Mandarin is an asset. Must possess strong analytical, mathematical and administrative skills. Must be open to travelling and able to work under pressure. Must possess MBA degree and several years of experience at senior management level. 604-5836833.
TRADES, TECHNICAL
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position. Required immediately. Must have inspectors ticket and Red seal. Will have hydraulic experience and must be able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
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SPIRITUAL PHYSIC HEALER Specializing in Palm, Tarot Cards, Crystal Ball Readings. Reunites loved ones Solve all problems of life.
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC F/T position available for heavy duty mechanic to maintain fleet of trucks. Hydraulic & welding experience preferred. Must have valid driver license and own tools. Please email resume to:
jobs@atlasg.net or by Fax to: 604-294-5988
MECHANIC F/T - WITH EXPERIENCE Engine Re & Re, Timing Belt, Tune up, Etc. Diagnostic skills an asset. IMMEDIATE OPENING.
Apply in person at: 13433 King George Blvd., Surrey Fax: 604-583-0524
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CARPET CLEANING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260
ELECTRICAL
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
Carpet Cleaning. 4 bdrm & up $89-$139: All Natural, deodorize & sanitize. Guar. 778-772-9164
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CONCRETE & PLACING
PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates.
Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
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JMYK CONTRACTING LTD. Specializing in steel stud framing, drywall, taping, texture, t-bar, firerating, painting + general reno’s. WCB, Insured. Jay 604-722-6197 FRANKS Drywall *Boarding*Taping *Spraying no job too sm. Seniors rts Free ests. 604-939-7029, 809-1945
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ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, 30 yrs exp., Prompt Prof. Service Simon 604-230-0627
C & C Electrical Mechanical • ELECTRICAL • FULL PLUMBING SERVICES • HVAC GAS FITTING *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service
604-475-7077
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE BAJ EXCAVATING DEMO, Sewer, storm, drainage, remove concrete & blacktop, old house drainage. 604-779-7816.
DRYWALL
ELECTRICAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 778-355-5840 A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
ZIGGY RENO’S - BSMT SUITES, plumbing, electrical, decks, painting Best Prices! Call: (604)931-4224
Rick’s Bobcat Service. Leveling, Back Filling, Trucking Reas. Rates.778-355-2978, 604-290-2978
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GARDENING
15% SENIORS DISCOUNT A+ Rating with BB Bureau
•Lawn Cuts/Trim •Aerating •Leaf Cleanup •Power Rake •Hedge & Shrub Trimming •Pruning Trees •23 yrs. exp. •Insured •Free Estimates
Brad 778-552-3900 Always! Landscaping Services, Pwr Raking, Delivery, Spreading, Yard &Rubbish cleanup 604.230.0627 A Dream Landscaping. Lawn mowing, aerate, power rake, trim, prune. Res/Com. 604-724-4987.
604-949-1900 QUALITY RENOVATIONS • Kitchens • Bathrooms *30 years *Licensed *Insured
www.metrovanhome.ca Complete Bathroom Renovations Ceramic Tile, Attics, Bsmt Suites New Doors,Windows 604-521-1567 Additions, Home Improvements Restorations, Renovations, & New Construction. Specializing in Concrete, Forming, Framing & Siding. 604-218-3064
Open House D I R E C TO RY 615 5th Street, NW SUN 2:00-4:00
#406 - 620 7th Ave, NW SAT 12:00-2:00
204 Osborne Street, NW SUN 2:00-4:00
8467 15th Ave, Bby SUN 2:30-4:30
#502 - 209 Carnarvon St, NW SAT & SUN 2:00-4:00
317 2nd Street, NW SUN 2:30-4:30
EXCELLENT MASSAGE $25.00 for 30 min.
#107 - 67 Miner Street, NW SUN 2:30-4:30
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GEMINI STUDIO
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One visit will amaze you! Call today for a better tomorrow.
604-653-5928 Searching for your dream home or selling it? This is the location. Listings include everything from acreage, farms/ranches to condos and waterfront homes.
bcclassified.com
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MIND BODY SPIRIT
604.523.6689 Unit D - 768 Princess Street @ 8th St. New Westminster
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
BENEFIT PACKAGE! Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or fax 604.599.5250
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
WE’RE ON THE WEB
THAI CAFE Restaurant, Bby. requires 1 Asst Mgr, 2-3 yrs. exp. $16.00/hr. Email:thaicafe@mail.com
2 AND 4 strk small engine mechanic. Chainsaws,lawn mowers,outboards. Wage negotiable, benefits aval. Start today!
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Samy’s Rich Finishing’s Corp. #501 – 2001 Beach Avenue Vancouver, BC, V6G 1Z3
YOUTH and ADULTS
Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
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#223 - 600 Park Cres, NW SAT 2:30-4:30
To advertise in the
OPEN HOUSE DIRECTORY call Karen Murtagh at 604-456-6349
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Need CA$H Today? Own A Vehicle? Borrow Up To $25,000
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
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PRESSURE WASHING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 372
SUNDECKS
REAL ESTATE 625
FOR SALE BY OWNER
RENTALS 752
TRANSPORTATION
TOWNHOUSES
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
ANMORE: Treed .9 level acre + 4 Bdr house. 1 km from Buntzen Lake. 604-240-7907 Wendy
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS Mainland Roofing Ltd. 25 yrs in roofing industry
Family owned & operated. Fully ins. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warr. 604-427-2626 or 723-2626
. Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280
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LANDSCAPING Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.245.9069
Full Landscape Construction for 33 Years.
BUDGET PAINTING, Interior, Exterior, Residential, Commercial, Summer Special 25% Off, Excellent References, Fully Insured 100% Customer Satisfaction, Senior Discounts,Free Estimates, 1-(604)-619-1517
Locally owned and operated. All work guaranteed.
www.mainlandroof.com COMPLETE Roofing Ltd. Repairs & gutters, all roofs. WCB, BBB, Reas guaranteed. Sr Disc. 604-725-0106
Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-782-9108 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
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TILING
TILE, MARBLE & slate installations and home renos. No job too small. Call 604-521-6919
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GET the best for your moving 24/7 From $40/hr. Licensed & Insured. Seniors Discount. 778-773-3737 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
778-997-9582
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Local & Long Distance
$45/Hr
Certified, Insured & Bonded RELIABLE & AFFORDABLE
Journeyman Call 604-345-0899
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005
Running this ad for 8yrs
PAINT SPECIAL
604-787-5915/604-291-7778
www.treeworksonline.ca 10% OFF with this AD
3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour FULL PLUMBING SERVICES
Difficulty Making Payments? No Equity? Expired Listing? Penalty? We Take Over Payments! No Fees! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663
STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN! No Qualification Required! FLEXIBLE TERMS! Cloverdale 60th &176th Spacious 708sf. 1 bdrm. Condo. Only $880/mo. Option Fee Req. 604-657-9422
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GL ROOFING. Cedar/Asphalt, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters - $80. 604-240-5362. info@glroofing.ca EXCEL ROOFING LTD. All kinds of roofing work. Reroof, New, Repairs. Free est. (778)878-2617
FIVE STAR ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. (604)961-7505, 278-0375
PETS 477
•New Roofs •Re-Roofs •Repairs
Call 604-540-6725
Airedale Terrier pups. P/b, ckc reg., micro, health guar, 604-8192115. email: lovethem@telus.net
604-475-7077
BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOGS, bred at Diesel Kennel, 4 mo old, 3 male, $1000. each. (604)869-5073
PRESSURE WASHING
BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES P/B. M/F. Black & white. Vet checked. 1st shots, $600. Call 604-250-4360
Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
Park Crest Apts. 1 & 2 Bedroom Reno’d suites located in upgraded blding in cul-du-sac. Next to large green space. Incl’s heat, hot water and basic cable. Walk to Highgate mall. Quiet and clean. Cat okay. Deposit required. For viewing....
Eastcan Roofing & Siding
10% OFF - Call 604.812.9721 AMG ROOFING & SIDING. Re-roofing, new roof, gutters. WCB
BURNABY
PETS
Always! Power Washing, Window & Gutter cleaning, all your exterior cleaning needs. 604-230-0627
ON YOUR NEXT GROCERY BILL!
CLEAN SPACIOUS SUITES 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites Centrally Located, 1/2 blk-Metrotown Mall Full time caretaker.
COQUITLAM
Welcome Home ! 1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.
Recycled Earth Friendly HOT TUBS ARE NO PROBLEM!
604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
Hauling Anything.. But Dead Bodies!!
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604.220.JUNK(5865) Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988 FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards. Call Ken at 604-294-1393
Call (604) 931-2670 ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso) P/B blues, ready to go, 1st shots, tails/dew claws done. Ultimate family guardian $1000 (604)308-5665 MALTESE pup, male, 9/weeks, 1st shots, dewormed & paper trained, non-shedding, $800. 604-464-5077
MAPLE Ridge dntwn Urbano complex, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, inste w/d, f/p, deck, 2 u/g prkg Nr amen NS/NP
NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com
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POMERANIAN pups. Ready to go. M & F. Health guar. 778-838-2700. www.pomeraniansbyparis.com PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, fawn Both parents approx 150 lbs. $950. Call 604-302-2357
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
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No Job Too Small Free Estimates ~ 7 Days/Wk
Call Tony 604-834-2597 www.bulldogdisposal.ca
FREE! Scrap Metal Removal...FREE!!! *Appliances *BBQs *Exercise Equip *Cars/Trucks/Trailers *Hotwater Tanks *Furnaces * Restaurant Equipment All FREE pickup!
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MARINE Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
1-800-961-7022
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BOATS
ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 604-319-5720
www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557
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VEHICLES WANTED
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab 4X4 Black Clear Title 42,420 KM $16,700 milcorinne69@gmail.com (905) 664-2300
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
JUNK REMOVAL
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APARTMENT/CONDO
BURNABY, Linden Glen Apts. 7052 Linden Ave. Spacious & bright Studio, 1 & 2/bdrms. Incl heat & HW. Near Highgate. Cats ok. (604)540-2028 or 778-552-5325
RECYCLE-IT!
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• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca
778 - 896 - 4858
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RENT TO OWN
700
Re-roofing & Repairs
C & C Electrical Mechanical
PAINTING - INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Free Estimates. (604)600-6671 Best Prices in Town!
Sam The Scraper 778-389-3465 www.scrap4cashjunkcarremoval.com
Large 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $810/mo. No subsidy. Close to transit, schools, and shopping.
Specialist asphalt, shingle, cedar, flat Guarnt’d ~ WCB
• Hvac Gas Fitting • Electrical *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service
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• Scrap Cars • Trucks • SUV’S • Vans • Buses • Tractors etc. Fast & Friendly Service! • 24/7 • FREE TOWING
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604.562.0957 or 604.961.0324
AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.
WE PAY $$ ON THE HAND
2 bdrm bright apt.
Liability Insurance/BBB/10% off with ad
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
CA$H 4 SCRAP
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A YOUNG BROS ROOFING LTD.
100% Heating & Plumbing 24/7
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
• Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates
PLUMBING
PROFESSIONAL Drain System Cleaning & Repairing, Available 7/24, Call: 778-988-8186
604-537-4140
AUTO FINANCING
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BRO MARV PLUMBING $49 Service Call. 24 Hrs. Plumbing, Heating, Electrical, (604)582-1598
AFFORDABLE MOVING From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
removal done RIGHT!
“ ABOVE THE REST “ Interior & Exterior Unbeatable Prices & Professional Crew. • Free Est. • Written Guarantee • No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB
MOVING & STORAGE
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RENTALS
TREE & STUMP
Steve 778-848-0036
TRANSPORTATION
TREE SERVICES
FREE ESTIMATES
www.pearllandscapes.com
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
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
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FERTILIZERS
WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877
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FURNITURE
*NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell! $200 ~ 604-484-0379
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GARAGE SALES
APRIL 14 10AM-3PM MOVING SALE BURNABY 6919 GRAY AVE. LANE ACCESS BRIDGEVIEW FLEA MARKET Every Sunday, Year Round, 80 Vendors 7am-3pm, 11267-125a St. Sry. Info./Book Table 604-625-3208
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MISC. FOR SALE
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
$1100+util Ref. Immed 604-512-8725
430 – 9th Street. 1 bdrm apart, on site laundry, 1 parking spot. Close to shops, all amens, great loc. Heat & hot water incl. $775/m. 604-451-6676 NEW WESTMINSTER QUAY
Fabulous water views!! Amenities incl pool, hot tub, exercise room, sauna. 12th floor of concrete highrise. 1335 sq ft. 2/bdrm + den with solarium & deck. 1 pkng, 1 locker. N/P, N/S. 1 year lease required with refs. $1700/mo. Avail May 1. Call Jacquie 604-813-6005
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SUITES, LOWER
COQUITLAM Como Lk/Thermal Dr. 1200 s/f, 2bdr bsmt suite, inste w/d, nr Como Lk Shopping Cntr. May1st. $1000 +1/3utils. 604-780-1099. COQUITLAM Ranch Prk. Cozy 2 bd f/bath priv w/d, greenbelt, view. N/S $800 +shared utils. 604-941-6264 PORT MOODY, Hrtg Mtn. 2 bdrm ste, sep ent & W/D, d/w prkg patio cble, int, utils incl $800. NS/NP. May1. 604-469-2455,604-723-1530
In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On May 24, 2011, at an apartment located on the 4700 block of Dawson Street, Burnaby, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the CFSEU seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $3,800 CAD, on or about 10:06 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was a warrant authorized by the court pursuant to the Criminal Code of Canada to seize evidence in respect of an offence (or offences) under section 465 (Conspiracy - to wit, importing a controlled substances) Criminal Code of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2013-1469, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by
the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/ civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.
In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On February 20, 2013, at the 6700 block of Sussex Avenue, Burnaby, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Delta Police Department seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as a 1997 FORD F-150, BCL: EK0839, VIN:2FTDF1726VCA12179, on or about 14:28 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been used in the commission of an offence (or offences) under sections 322 (Theft) and 354 (Possession of property obtained by crime) of the Criminal Code of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2013-1481, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by
the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/ civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.
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Wednesday, April 24th ~ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm You’re invited to Amica’s April in Paris event! Come and enjoy an afternoon of fun and fine French cuisine. Indulge in an assortment of Parisian inspired dishes prepared by our Chef de Cuisine. Bring your friends. It’s Free!
RSVP Today ~ Call 604.291.1792 Register online ~ www.amica.ca
Amica at Rideau Manor 1850 Rosser Avenue Burnaby, BC
Independent Rental Retirement Living and Operated 13-0476
Canadian Owned