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Tests of the new transit farecard system uncovered a lot of bugs, which Translink says will be ironed out when the new system is launched over the coming months. See Page A17
Ban trucks on Royal, Pattullo: City Grant Granger
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Last Thursday’s town hall on railrelated issues raised the tantalizing possibility for some people that the rail operations could be one day moved to a Port Coquitlam sorting yard. “It’s just five kilometres away,” said Brian Allen, chair of the
Quayside Community Board’s rail with the space that is not next to noise committee, in an interview residential development, he believes following the event at the Inn at the it’s worth considering. Quay, organized by Burnaby“In this day and age, New Westminster MP Peter especially in light of Lac Julian and attended by more Mégantic, he have to give that than 50 people. thought,” Allen said. “Apparently the yard can But Coun. Chuck handle all the traffic—so why Puchmayr, a co-chair of the not move it there?” PuchMAyr city’s railway citizen advisory Allen said under the committee, said it doesn’t Railway Relocation Act, the federal make logistical or jurisdictional transportation minister has the sense to move the sorting to the power to move train operations, Canadian Pacific yards in an and when you’ve got another yard industrial area of PoCo even though
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noise would not be a factor there. Puchmayr said most of the goods being sorted at Southern Rail’s New Westminster yard don’t belong to CP. In addition it would be inefficient because a high percentage of the goods, which originate from Queensborough and Annacis Island, would have to return to New Westminster because they are destined for markets south of the Fraser River and would need to use the railway crossing that runs parallel to the Pattullo Bridge.
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Truck traffic in New Westminster has increased significantly in the past year because drivers are using the Pattullo Bridge to avoid tolls on the Port Mann Bridge, according to a city report. The numbers have city council calling on the province and TransLink, which is responsible for the Pattullo, to take several measures to improve the situation. Council has called for a ban on heavy trucks on the Pattullo Bridge. Council also want trucks prohibited entirely from Royal Avenue. They are currently permitted during daytime hours. In addition, council is asking the province to reduce the $9 toll truckers must pay for taking the Port Mann to encourage truck drivers to use it instead of the Pattullo. The report noted during September to November 2012, before the Port Mann tolls were introduced, approximately 570 heavy trucks used Royal Avenue daily. But between June and August this year that jumped to 930 a day. Please see POSItIve, A3
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CITYPAGE TRAVEL SHOWS AT THE LIBRARY Wednesday, October 9, 2013 7:30 pm at New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Avenue The monthly travel shows at New Westminster Public Library will begin a new season with a trip to Southern Africa in October. Eunice Hodge will continue her journey through the southern tip of the continent, travelling from Johannesburg through Namibia and Botswana to Victoria Falls. The travel shows are co-sponsored by the Library and the University Women’s Club of New Westminster, and are held in the library’s auditorium. It is wheelchair accessible. For more information, call the Library at 604-527-4667.
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO LICENSE New Westminster City Council has given three readings to Bylaw No. 7618, 2013, a Bylaw to License Part of Tipperary Park to the New Westminster Tennis Club, for a five-year term from October 1, 2013 to September 30, 2018. As directed by Sections 24 and 94 of the Community Charter, the City is providing Public Notification before executing the License Agreement.
On select Thursdays, October - November, 2013 6:30pm - 8:30pm at Century House, 620 8th Street A five part series facilitating group discussion on issues relevant to our age group. Instructor is Eve Silverman. Register for one or more! The ABCs of Being an Aging Boomer in BC October 10 Keeping it simple. Learn about the latest initiatives the government has put in place for the aging population.
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COUNCIL MEETINGS Monday, Oct 14 Thanksgiving No Council Meeting Please note that council meetings are now video streamed online at www.newwestcityca.
What Kind of Sandwich Are You? — October 24 A lot has been said about the ‘Sandwich Generation’. Many are juggling the needs of aging parents, boomerang kids and grandchildren. Let’s talk about the interdependence with family and others. Transitioning to Retirement — November 7 With more years added to our lives we face being retired for a very long time. Let’s talk about pre-retirement and the stages that follow. Live, Love, Laugh and Create Your Dish — November 21 This theme is all about enhancing your life and your legacy. Join our last discussion and share some personal reflections, experiences and life stories. The registration fee is $8.00 per workshop. For more information, call 604-519-1066.
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The License Agreement, offered below market value, will provide the New Westminster Tennis Club the ability to operate and maintain a tennis facility for the use, recreation and enjoyment of its members and for purposes incidental and ancillary thereto but for no other purpose.
Thursday, October 10, 2013 7:00 pm at New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Avenue
A copy of the proposed License Agreement and related material may be reviewed at City Hall in the Legislative Services Department, Second Floor, 511 Royal Avenue, during business hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday except Statutory Holidays.
• Speeding on 8th Street (Century House) • Proposed Mixed Use Development: 744 - 12th Street. • Report from Police Committee Rep. • Report from Community Traffic Rep. Meeting will be held in the Plaskett Room. For further information contact John Ashdown at 604-657-5600, or email moodyparkra@gmail.com Attention: Andrew Baker.
Bylaw No. 7618, 2013, a Bylaw to License Part of Tipperary Park to the New Westminster Tennis Club, will be considered for adoption at the Regular Meeting of Council on Monday, October 21, 2013.
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Thursday, October 10, 2013 7:00 pm at New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Avenue Local photographer Tamara Sale will be at the New Westminster Public Library to show some of her striking nature photographs and talk about her work. Tamara has long been involved with film and photography. As a cinematographer she has worked in the documentary, educational, theatrical and commercial fields throughout Canada and the United States and her awards include a Genie for a theatrical short. Recently, her spare time has been devoted to nature photography and she is producing a series of books entitled Nature Caught My Eye. Her most recent title is The Birds at Piper Spit. The presentation is free but pre-registration is requested. A display of Tamara’s photographs will also be shown on the Ramp Gallery in the Library until the end of October. For more information, call the Library at 604-527-4667 or email listener@nwpl.ca.
QUEENSBOROUGH RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION MEETING Tuesday, October 15, 2013 7:00 pm at Queensborough Community Centre, 920 Ewen Avenue Please direct any questions or concerns to qbresidents@yahoo.ca.
Information on career development, employment information, Canadian workplace norms and situations, and volunteers in the workplace will be presented. There will be an opportunity to role-play the interview situations in order to gain confidence and be better prepared. The workshop will be conducted in English, with translation available in French, English, Chichewa, Nyanja, Lingala, and Swahili. To register, please call the Library at 604-527-4667 or call S.U.C.C.E.S.S. at 604-430-1899 ext. 110.
E-PUBLISHING: WHERE? HOW? HOW MUCH? Tuesday, October 15, 2013 6:30 pm at New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Avenue. EBook self-publishing has opened the door for many writers. But can you truly do it all yourself or do you need help, and what will it cost? Join M. A. Demers, author of The Global Indie Author: How Anyone Can Self-publish in the U.S. and Worldwide Markets, for an overview of the issues and technologies you will encounter when e-publishing on Amazon, Apple, Kobo, and other e-retailers worldwide. This presentation is sponsored by the Royal City Literary Arts Society and the Library. To register, call the Library at 604-527-4667 or email secretary@rlcas.com. The Library is wheelchair accessible.
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“Why would you move all those goods to Port Coquitlam for a later move over the Pattullo Bridge? It’s not logical,” said Puchmayr. In fact, he pointed out, such a move would mean more nighttime shunting noise and switching affecting other areas of New Westminster. “It would increase the problem. There would be shorter trains but more of them would be running through Sapperton, and then coming back again. It would be an increase in volume and doubling of the volume,” said Puchmayr. “Where that notion came from, I don’t know. There have been some false hopes thrown out there over the last few years. Our job is to analyze the logistics of all the moves. It is incumbent on [the city] not to be merchants of hysteria but the merchants of change.” Puchmayr said the city committee will continue to work to improve whistle
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Last Thursday’s meeting on rail-related issues covered rail noise in Quayside and across New West, and also discussed concerns about hazardous materials stored in rail yard.
cessation and hazardous material movement through the city. Allen said the town hall session on Thursday was broad ranging and covered many topics. “It was a very positive meeting,” he said from his home as train horns were heard in the background. “It was positive, constructive. If we can work together, there’s a good chance progress can be made.” A recent Canadian Transportation Agency ruling of a QCB appeal that had attempted, but ultimately failed, to
prevent the railways from operating at night was also discussed. “The Quayside board has done all it can in this matter. We made it clear that now it’s the city’s responsibility to take the leadership and move forward,” said Allen. He noted the city’s advisory committee which includes railway and community representatives, has had only two meetings, both of them in-camera. He’d like them open to the public. “It’s too early to tell if [the committee] will be effective or not.” – with file from Chris Bryan
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The difference on McBride Boulevard was much more marginal going from 450 a day to 495. General volume has gone up five per cent for Royal and nine per cent for McBride. “That’s just not tenable. Royal Avenue is just not that type of road that can be handling that kind of truck traffic,” said Coun. Jonathan Coté prior to Monday’s council meeting. Coté, co-chair of the city’s master transportation plan task
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Pattullo rehab cost balloons to $300m Grant Granger and Jeff Nagel
Coté said it is critical the province, TransLink, and the TransLink’s decision to set affected cities get together in the aside $299 million for repairing next three or four months and the Pattullo Bridge speaks to make decisions. the need to make a long-term “But until decisions are made, decision on the aging structure, it would seem to be a waste says a New Westminster (to spend $299 million),” said councillor. Coté, “Transportation is starved Last week, TransLink for cash. We can’t afford to be earmarked the money to putting money toward rehabilitate the 76-yearsomething that is not a old bridge over the next long-term solution.” three years even though it Coun. Chuck Puchmayr could be torn down soon was reluctant to speculate after the work is done. whether TransLink’s TransLink came to the decision was a way to get coté conclusion the work the province to spring needed to be done after for building a crossing doing assessments during three from Surrey to Coquitlam while weekend closures for repairs rehabilitating the Pattullo to during the summer. be a two or three-lane bridge “The costs have gone up with improved pedestrian and a lot higher than originally bicycle infrastructure. That anticipated and it caught option was recently pegged a lot of people off guard,” at costing around $1.4 billion said Coun. Jonathan Coté, by a committee composed of co-chair of the city’s master TransLink and the cities of New transportation plan task force. Westminster and Surrey. “It seems to be a waste to put “I never want to be one to that many millions of dollars guess the logic of TransLink into a bridge that may be torn because it’s not a democratically down within 10 years.” elected board,” said Puchmayr.
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Suddenly, building a new bridge to link Surrey and Coquitlam makes even more sense. This summer, the Pattullo Bridge was shut for several weekends for some much-needed repairs. According to TransLink, those shutdowns were also a chance to get a better look at the bridge structure and how much work it actually needs in the near future. Surprisingly, the estimate to repair the bridge has now ballooned from $150 million to $300 million. (They might want to get their money back from the previous consultant) One can read this new information two ways. In one sense, it’s a strong argument in favour of getting started—as soon as possible— building the new, six-lane Pattullo (next to the old one) that Surrey residents so fervently support. They might argue that building the bridge soon is a chance to direct that cash to a fancy new Mercedes, rather than pouring more cash into an aging lemon. The other argument, one that New Westers are more likely to support, is to spend that $300 million to rehabilitate the Pattullo, and perhaps a little more to add the necessary pedestrian and bike routes, much like was done with the Lions Gate Bridge. And concurrently, build a new six-lane bridge linking Surrey to Coquitlam that would get the South Fraser Perimeter Road truck traffic where it wants to go—Highway 1 and the northeast sector. It’s a more expensive option, of course. But it’s an option that a growing number of New West residents seem to support. If we’re building this new bridge to serve us the next 100 years or so, it doesn’t make sense to plow six lanes into New West—a compact, dense, urban city. And if done right, travellers on both sides of the river will win.
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Re: Four over three (Editorial, NewsLeader, Sept. 27) Was this a misprint, a slip-ofthe-tongue, or does the author really believe the local electoral system must be reformed in order to “reduce council turnover?” Can this be right? What are we talking about—a civic government responsible to citizens, or a sweatshop with a mean boss who drives people into quitting? The purpose of democratic elections is exactly to facilitate turnover of politicians in an orderly, peaceful way. I am equally unconvinced by the other reasons given in defence of increasing civic politicians’ terms from three to four years. I still need proof how residents will get a “better bang for their tax buck.” And I do not see why British Columbia should follow other provinces on this specific issue. Instead, how about following Alberta in eliminating provincial income tax when LNG revenue starts coming in? I do see serious advantages, however, if provincial and municipal elections were held concurrently—same day, same place, same staff, each voter just getting two ballots. The most important improvement would be, hopefully, increased voter participation. Costs would also be reduced significantly. And since provincial and city positions would be up for election at the same time, there would be less opportunity for crosssupport—the practice of currently elected provincial politicians campaigning for local politicians who later return the favour. Should we decide to have both elections on same day, another question remains. Why every four years? Why not every three? As a point of reference, consider our neighbour to the south, where most political offices have a two-year term. Vladimir Krasnogor New Westminster
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This year I had the honour richness of the City of New of representing my community Westminster. of Leavenworth. Wash., as the For me, and countless 50th Royal Lady of the Autumn thousand others who live Leaves. outside the Vancouver area, Our festival is the oldest one it is a little out of the way to in Leavenworth, a community travel there. If it hadn’t been of approximately 3,000 that for the Northwest Festival attracts over two million visitors Hosting Association and New annually. Westminster’s presence As the city’s official in that organization, I ambassador, I was would not have had to the thrilled to travel to New opportunity to experience Westminster to attend and learn about what this the Hyack Festival. My beautiful area has to offer. husband and I were In an age of “virtual” FORCHEMER amazed by the beauty living, I believe that it of New Westminster is even more important and the dignity with which all for people to understand how the events were conducted. The unique each area is and the Inn at the Quay was lovely, and value in physically travelling, its position on the waterfront staying, dining and shopping afforded us a most amazing there, even (or especially) if it is view. off the beaten track. In addition, we feel that 2013 Our hectic lives often get Hyack president Gavin Palmer in the way of that, so the and his wife, First Lady Jacke, reminder of a beautiful float were fabulous representatives and the attendance of the of their community during the community’s representatives at entire festival season, tirelessly the many parades and festivals travelling from festival to in the Pacific Northwest is an festival, event to event and invaluable publicity resource. parade to parade. They were I would have never known charming, energetic, proud of about the Hyack Festival if their community and extremely they had not been a part of the good ambassadors for New Northwest Festival Hosting Westminster. Association and taken part At the Hyack Festival, they in the festival season. What a were outstanding and gracious loss it would be to the City of hosts, organized and 100 per New Westminster if they no cent committed to making longer had a presence at these sure the event went smoothly wonderful events. and that a good time was had The Hyack Festival is an old by all. They and the Hyack and respected tradition and I Festival representatives were would love to see it continue on wonderful and honouring to into the future. Heidi Forchemer their visitors—the glow that I 2013 Royal Lady of the felt from that festival remained Autumn Leaves with me throughout the very Leavenworth, Wash. busy months to follow. The Hyack Festival was A QUESTION among the best experiences I OF PROMOTION had all year, and I look forward to returning as soon as possible. Re: Uptown unplugs from Hyack (NewsLeader, Sept. 27) Among the many events at I have no knowledge of the the Hyack Festival that we workings of Hyack. enjoyed, we were amazed by But I see the headline “Hyack the boat tour of Vancouver an exclusive and self-promoting harbour—it was a fun entity” and assume it’s referring event, but more than that to Mr. Smith who has been it highlighted the beauty of “promoted” in the newspaper. Greater Vancouver in a way I But it’s a quote from Mr. Key had previously not experienced. West Ford. I think it is important for What pray tell has affected New Westminster to continue to Key West Ford that it doesn’t promote its festival throughout wish to “promote” their cars in the Pacific Northwest and the Hyack parade? Canada in order to remind Maureen Albanese people of the extraordinary New Westminster beauty, diversity and cultural
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Effective discharge planning can decrease the chances that your relative is readmitted to the hospital, help in recovery, ensure medications are prescribed and given correctly, and adequately prepare you to take over your loved one’s care. Studies have shown that as many as 40 per cent of patients over 65 had medication errors after leaving the hospital, and 8.5 per cent of patients discharged from Canadian hospitals are readmitted within 30 days. This is not good for the patient and not good for the hospital. Research has also shown that excellent planning and good follow-up can improve patients’ health, reduce readmissions and decrease healthcare costs. Under the best of circumstances, the discharge planner should begin his or her evaluation when the patient is admitted to the hospital.
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Techniques in Accent Reduction: Jeff Madigan from L2 Accent Reduction Centre will present speaking tips and information on his software tools to help reduce accents. Learn techniques to help others understand y o u b e t t e r. F r e e workshop, presented by Burnaby Public Library in partnership with SUCCESS. Space limited, registration required. When:
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When: Thursday and Friday, Oct. 10-11, 8 p.m. Where: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, Burnaby. Tickets and info: 604-205-3000.
Vancouver Welshmen’s Choir: Presented by Music at Queen’s, with proceeds to the performers and Queens Avenue United Church. When: Friday, Oct. 11, 7 p.m. Where: Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave., New Westminster. Tickets: At the church
Cluttermania: South Burnaby United Church presents a workshop by professional organizers from Good Riddance, who help take the dread out of decluttering in this entertaining and informative presentation combining music, laughter and a no-nonsense approach. Everyone welcome, all proceeds to community outreach. When: Wednesday, Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m. dessert, 7:30 p.m. presentation. Where: South Burnaby United Church hall, 7591 Gray Ave. (at Rumble St.) Cost: Suggested donation of $10 (tax receipts for donation $20 and over). Info: 604-434-8323.
H o l ly wo o d C o m e s to New West and Fights Cancer: L owe r M a i n l a n d ’s only screening of the movie The Hot Flashes featuring Brooke Shields and an all-star cast who raise funds to keep a mobile mammography unit operating in their community. Receive a glass of Hot Flash™ wine from House of Rose Winery, sweets, coffee/tea, door prizes and a raffle during the reception. All proceeds go to the Canadian Cancer Society. When: Thursday, Oct 10, reception 6-7 p.m., movie 7-9 p.m. Where: Landmark Cinemas 10, New Westminster. Tickets: $25 at http:// thehotflashes. eventbrite.ca or MidCentury Modern HOME, in River Market, 810 Quayside Drive and Dublin Castle Neighborhood Grill, 319 Governors Court. Info: B2B NOW (Network of Women) - New West, b2bnewwest@ gmail.com or http:// b2bnownewwest.com/.
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Let’s Murder Marsha: Va g a b o n d P l ay e r s presents Monk Ferris’s, Let’s Murder Marsha, a delightful blend of comedy and thriller which spoofs the world of mystery novels. H a p py h o u s ew i f e, Marsha Gilmore is addicted to reading murder mysteries, but when she overhears her husband discussing her upcoming birthday surprise with an interior decorator, she is shocked to the core. To her ears, it sounds as if they are planning to murder her! When: Until Oct. 26, Thursdays through Saturdays, 8 p.m., Sunday matinees, 2 p.m. Where: The Bernie Legge Theatre, Queens Park, New Westminster. Tickets: $15 general, seniors/students $13. Reservations: 604-5210412 or reservations@ vagabondplayers.ca. Boeing-Boeing: Arts Club On Tour presents B o e i n g - B o e i n g by Marc Camoletti, a 1960 comedy and the mostp e r f o r m e d Fre n ch play in the world. A successful architect in swinging sixties Paris, is even more successful with the ladies. In fact, he juggles the hearts of three air hostesses who jet in and out of his groovy bachelor pad. But when Boeing introduces a faster jet, Bernard’s precise romantic timetable goes hysterically off course and turbulence looms.
N ew We s t m i n s t e r Historical Society: Historian Archie Miller takes a look at the agricultural fair in Queen’s Park which brought the rural harvest to the city, how “thanksgiving” was celebrated in the community and the various activities and hijinks that were part of early New Westminster Halloweens. Free and everyone welcome. When: Wednesday, Oct. 16, 7:30 p.m. Where: Auditorium, N ew We s t m i n s t e r Public Library, 716 – 6th Ave., New Westminster. Craft Fair: The Ladies Au x i l i a r y o f t h e Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 20 will be sponsoring a craft fair. Tables $20. You must provide your own liability insurance. Proceeds from rentals support local charities. When: Saturday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: CAW Hall, 707 12th St., New Westminster. To reserve a table: Vera Gjestrum, 604-520-1187 or veragj@shaw.ca.
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Hyacks handle Highlanders The West Vancouver Highlanders scored early in their visit to Mercer Stadium last Friday afternoon but they didn’t score often. The New Westminster Hyacks surrendered a touchdown to West Van on the Highlanders’ first drive of their AAA high school football game, thanks in large part to 40 yards in penalties taken by the Hyacks. But New West answered with touchdowns on their next four drives to take a 27-6 lead at halftime that held up until the final gun. The game was supposed to be played at West Vancouver, but the Highlanders’ field was in rough shape so it was moved to Mercer. Quarterback Tommy Robertson got New West going with a three-yard TD plunge. That was followed by
a five-yard touchdown run by Angelo Tanjuaquio, another one-yard QB sneak for a TD by Robertson and a major from three yards out by Julian Ramirez. “We did some good things in the first half against a West Van team that continues to compete hard. It was a workmanlike effort,” said Hyacks head coach Farhan Lalji via email. “Defensively we did a good job of keeping things in front of us and tackling well. That has been the most improved area of our team—our tackling on the perimeter.” James Nicholas was New West’s main man in that regard making 10 tackles and being named the team’s player of the game. The win improved New West’s Western Conference record to 2-1 and 5-1 overall. Up next,
however, is a trip to Vancouver College to play the Fighting Irish on Saturday, 1:30 p.m. “Next week is a very important game for us,” said Lalji. “We’re starting to get healthy again and we will need our best practice week of the season.” A perennial powerhouse, Van College is 1-2 in conference play and is coming off a 42-21 defeat at the hands of top-ranked Mt. Douglas Rams, who beat New West 51-0 earlier this season to hand the Hyacks their only loss of the year. • The Hyacks’ junior varsity squad was beaten 26-6 by the Terry Fox Ravens at Mercer on Thursday. It was their first loss in five games this season. The Hyacks will travel to Vancouver to play the Eric Hamber Griffins on Thursday in a South conference matchup.
Cornish closes in on own record When the Calgary Stampeders play host to the But despite the record-setting pace he’s on, B.C. Lions on Friday, New Westminster native Cornish told reporters after the game he won’t Jon Cornish will be looking to bust his own meet the personal goal he set for himself, CFL single-season rushing record for a although he wouldn’t say what that was. Canadian running back. “The mark I was aiming for, I won’t be Cornish moved to within 42 yards of the able to get there, but I’ll try and see how far 1,457-yard mark he established last season I can get,” said Cornish, 28. “I want to see with a career high 208 yards in a 38-11 what I’m capable of. That’s why I play this victory over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers game, to push my body to the maximum.” cornish last Saturday. The performance also The Stampeders are the top team in the moved him into the CFL rushing lead with CFL with an 11-3 record and have four 1,415 yards. games left, including two against the Lions (9-5).
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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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CLASS 1 DRIVER / DISPATCHER / WAREHOUSE WORKER Required for a small but growing trucking company located in Richmond. The idea candidate will think on their feet, handle afternoon dispatch and border paperwork. Will include some warehouse work loading and unloading trailers, as well as some driving duties. Must have previous computer and USA border experience and be fluent in reading and writing in English. Please E-mail your resume to dave@dragontrucking.com
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Main Duties: 1. Create digital advertisements and complete website design production to deadline. 2. Assist advertising sales and editorial personnel on digital sections & promotional materials. 3. Work w/ senior sales personnel on client & promotional materials. 4. Provide CMS support & design services on a project basis. 5. Respond and resolve helpdesk requests as directed by management. 6. Provide strategic input on new products and content channels.
This salaried position is based in Surrey. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00 pm. Full pkg. of competitive benefits are included.
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Designer For The Web The designer will be proficient in conceiving and creating digital advertising and site design from a user perspective. The successful candidate will effectively schedule and manage requests to meet high-productivity objectives. They will also have a willingness to learn new systems and software.
Power sweeping,power scrubbing and pressure washing. Must be hard working with a good attitude. Burnaby based. Must be available to work nights and weekends. Good driving record & abstract required. Experience and Air Ticket beneficial. Email: jobs@atlasg.net or Fax: 604-294-5988
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AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for experienced welders. Competitive wages, profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through in hole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform. Call Cindy for an appointment or send resume to: cindy@autotanks.ca. 780-846-2231 (Office); 780-846-2241 (Fax). BOAT OPERATOR NEEDED for 30’ Herring Punt on Fraser river near Chilliwack. Great Pay; previous experience needed; email resume to: caviarak@gmail.com EDMONTON BASED COMPANY seeks qualified & experienced Buncher Operator and Processor Operator. Fort McMurray, camp work, 21/7 rotation, flight in/out provided, safety tickets and drivers abstract required. ax 780-488-3002; jobs@commandequipment.com. EDMONTON BASED COMPANY seeks qualified & experienced (or experienced) Mulcher Operator. Fort McMurray, camp work, 21/7 rotation, flight in/out provided, safety tickets and drivers abstract required. Fax 780-488-3002; jobs@commandequipment.com. JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $30/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrylser.ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.
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778-788-1867 COQUITLAM Newer bright lrg 2 bdr w/balc. inste lndry, u/g prk/strge, vry cls to SkyTrain & shop. ctre. Nov 1. Sm pet ok. $1390. 604-773-7398. MAPLE RIDGE, 2bdrm, 2 baths. 5 yr old. Avail Nov 1. $1150/mo. N/S. Small pet ok. (604)468-1449 NEW WEST 621 COLBURNE St. Avail now. 1 Bdrm, newly reno’d, very quiet. Starting at $735/mo. No pets. 1 Blk to Canada Games & Queens park. Call: 604-454-4540 NEW WEST: Small 1 bdrm apt, ht/wtr heat & lighting, laundry & cable incl, $650/mo. (604)780-0048
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BURNABY brand new 1 bdrm grnd lvl suite, own laundry, quiet area nr BCIT/transit. NS/NP, avail immed. $900 incl utils/cable. 604-435-0089. BURNABY, Edmund Stn. 1 Bdrm bsmt suite. $700/mo. N/S, cat ok. Avail Oct 1st. (604)936-2257 COQUITLAM 2 bdrm ste, nr Lougheed Mall, everything incl. NS/NP. Call btwn 5pm-7pm 604-308-5874 Pitt Meadows, 1/bdrm suite. $700/mo. incl Hydro. Near bus stop. Avail now. N/S, N/P (604)763-2808
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
SURREY. New 2-bdrm 1150 sq.ft. bsmt ste. Exec. hme, upper class neighbourhood. N/s. $700 incl. utils. 778-386-0024, 604-590-2827.
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TOWNHOUSES
PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1097/mo - $1199/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available. 19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938
TRANSPORTATION 810
AUTO FINANCING
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
MARINE 912
BOATS
LOOKING TO buy 24-30’ herring skiff/aluminum landing craft, call 604-941-8817
• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •
604.587.5865
HOMES FOR RENT
FLEETWOOD 164/78 Surrey 2751sf, 4brm, 1den, 2.5 bath, 7120sf lot nr Fraser Hwy. NS/NP 778-322-7426.
639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES
100% Heating & Plumbing 24/7 Journeyman Call 604-345-0899
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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
www.recycleitcanada.ca
RELIABLE & AFFORDABLE
INTERIORS: Baths (reno’s/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc. VERSATILE! EXPERIENCED IN OVER 30 LINES OF WORK! * Quality work * Prompt Service * Fair prices For positive results Call Robert SERVICE CALLS WELCOME
6 - 50 Yard Bins
Starting from $199.00
• Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560
Certified, Insured & Bonded
Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222
DISPOSAL BINS By Recycle-it
BY OWNER. 1 Bdrm Condo 203 - 1121 Howie St, Coquitlam Lowest price! 630 sq/ft corner unit. Paid over $28K for building upgrades... new siding, double glazed windows, new balcony++. Large livingrm, Venetian blinds, new carpet, fridge, stove, u/g pkng, 1 blk to Safeway/ shopping, nr Lougheed Mall & Skytrain. Rentals allowed. Appraised at $147K. QUICK SALE $129,900. 604-444-5710 or 604-537-7120
Difficulty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663
CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service
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6985 Walker Ave Bright large 1br for rent fully reno, available immediately very clean quite building.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
Free Estimates!
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
Call Ian 604-724-6373
WALKER MANOR
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
•Condos •Townhomes •House Interiors
06951 Electrician Lic. Low cost. PANEL CHANGE. Big/small jobs. Residential/ Comm. 604-374-0062
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
N.WEST Uptown - Brand New 2 bdrm condo, nr shops/transit, pkng, storage, gas, gym, lounge incl. Avail immed. N/S, sml pet neg. $1650/mo. 604-897-3333.
Prestige Painters
Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774
EXCAVATING - DRAIN TILE Old Garage, Carport, House, Pool, Repair Main Waterline, Break Concrete & Removal Free Estimates!
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
Searching for your dream home or selling it? This is the location. Listings include everything from acreage, farms/ranches to condos and waterfront homes.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
604-787-5915/604-291-7778
www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca
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DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 50% & DEBT FREE in half the time! AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free Consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1-877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+ GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
• Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates
Running this ad for 8yrs
DEMOLITION
Call (604) 931-2670
removal done RIGHT!
www.affordablemovers.bc.com
Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
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AUTO FINANCING
TREE & STUMP
604-537-4140 PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates.
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ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899
AFFORDABLE MOVING
CONCRETE & PLACING
APARTMENT/CONDO
Canuck Roofing All Roof Repairs Any job big or small. Free Est. *WCB *Insured *BBB 778-772-1969
Call: 778-773-3737
CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
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1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.
Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
Experienced Mover w/affordable rates, STARTING AT $40/HR 24/7 - Licensed & Insured. ** Seniors Discounts ** fortiermoving.ca
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
TRADES, TECHNICAL
TREE SERVICES
TRANSPORTATION
Welcome Home !
GET THE BEST
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Thai Food Cooks F/T positions. Experienced only. Apply to Lhythaiinfo@gmail.com
374
RENTALS
COQUITLAM
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 134
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
1 Ton Truck with Driver & Blankets, Pads, Dollies. You Load & Unload. 604-444-5710 or 604-537-7120
TREE CLIMBER & GROUNDSMAN
TREE WORKS Call: 604.787.5915
MOVING & STORAGE
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
TRUCK FOR HIRE $40/hr
SUTCO Contracting Ltd. requires experienced flat-bed highway drivers. Min. 2 yrs exp. hwy/mtn driving, loading and tarping. New equipment, satellite dispatch, e-logs, extended benefits & pension plan. CANADA ONLY runs avail. www.sutco.ca fax: 250357-2009 Enquiries: 1-888357-2612 Ext: 230
We are currently seeking a Tree Climber with a min. 5 years exp. Also require a Groundsman with min 3 years chainsaw experience for tree service.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca
A24 NewsLeader Wednesday, October 9, 2013
k c ! a B e v i G & s k n a h T e v i G
On Saturday, October 12th, donate $1 to the Canadian Cancer Society at any Kin’s location. Prices effective: October 9th to 13th, 2013 *While * Quantities Last Super Sweet & Nutritious
Fresh & Nutritious
Carrots
Broccoli Crowns
Locally Grown
Locally Grown
49¢/lb
89¢/lb
Fresh & Nutritious, Washington Grown
Russet Potatoes (5lb bag)
$1.00/bag *Reg Price $2.50/bag
Valid with coupon only with any purchase at
Sweet & Crunchy
Super Sweet & Juicy
Ambrosia Apples
Natural Thompson Grapes
Locally Grown
California Grown
$1.29/lb
Fresh & Crunchy (3 pieces per bag)
Romaine Heart Lettuce
/$4.00
2 BAGS
California Grown
$2.49/lb
All Kin’s Locations Valid October 9th to 13th, 2013
Limit One Per Family - While Quantities Last - 5522
Super Sweet & Crunchy
Sweet Celebration Grapes
Bartlett Pears
California Grown
Washington Grown
$1.99/lb
Royal City Centre
Marine Way Market
Brentwood Town Centre Lougheed Town Centre
116 - 610 6th Street Across from Shoppers 604.520.9923
200-7515 Market Crossing Burnaby, Beside PriceSmart
58 - 4567 Lougheed Hwy Beside IHOP 604.298.8299
206 - 9855 Austin Rd Beside Purdy’s 604.420.0788
OPEN same as mall hours
OPEN same as mall hours
OPEN same as mall hours
604.432.6199 Visit website for store hours
Fresh & Sweet
WE WILL BE OPEN ALL THANKSGIVING WEEKEND!
79¢/lb
Now Hiring Shift Leaders at Royal City Centre and other locations. Great benefits and advancement opportunities. FAX: (604) 272-8065 EMAIL: HR@kinsfarmmarket.com