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Vows to rebuild hatchery after fire Icy road delayed firefighters on way to battle blaze

according to George Assaf, vice-president of Burrard Inlet Marine Enhancement Society (BIMES), which operates the hatchery. “That’s the biggest heartbreak,” said Assaf, who said he was devastated by the news. “We had 37 years worth of records stored here.” Ruth Foster, a retired teacher who helped found the hatchery, first learned something was wrong at around 7 p.m. when she was notified that the security alarm at the building had been triggered. When she arrived,

the hatchery’s gates and doors were locked and everything seemed normal. But soon she noticed smoke inside the building and called 911. Port Moody Fire Chief Remo Faedo said icy road conditions leading up to the hatchery meant that firefighters could not get their engine on the property. After the first engine got stuck, crews began the time-consuming task of carrying 850 m of hose up to the facility to fight the fire.

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By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Burned buildings can be rebuilt but the 100,000 chum salmon and close to four decades of history lost in a fire Wednesday night at Port Moody’s Mossom Creek Hatchery cannot be replaced. Records, photographs, press clippings, research and student work were all destroyed in the blaze,

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Insurance, promises of help for Mossom By Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS

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Ruth Foster, co-founder of the Mossom Creek Hatchery, and Kyle Pilon, president of the Burrard Inlet Marine Enhancement Society, in front of the smouldering remains of the hatchery that’s used by Centennial secondary students to learn about fish and wildlife.

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By Diane Strandberg Those jingle bells signalling it’s time to put a donation in the Salvation Army kettle don’t seem to be working their magic. Last week, thieves stole cash from two Coquitlam kettles and, to make matters worse, donations to Sally Ann have also taken a dive across Metro Vancouver. The longtime social service agency says kettle offerings are down about $200,000 so far this holiday season and spokesperson Lauren Chan said she hopes people will dig deep over the next two weeks so Salvation Army can reach its goal of $4 million in donations.

Vo l u n t e e r s h o p e friends and supporters of the Mossom Creek hatchery will rally around efforts to rebuild after Wednesday’s fire destroyed the building.

Cost concerns, too By Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS

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Brian Lee, regional kettle campaign co-ordinator for the Salvation Army who lives in Coquitlam, hopes donations to the venerable charitable organization pick up in the last two weeks before Christmas to make up for donations that were stolen recently. Campaign donations are also down.

Questions are being raised about Canada Post’s ability to provide accessible, affordable and secure mail delivery in the wake of announcements of an end to home mail delivery and increasing stamp prices. Leading the charge is Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart, who says security remains the number one issue for community mail boxes, although he believes it was inevitable that home mail delivery would be eliminated. see ONE THIRD, page A4

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Vows to rebuild hatchery after fire Icy road delayed firefighters on way to battle blaze By Gary McKenna THE TRI-CITY NEWS

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Donations down for Sally Ann – and crooks strike, too Those jingle bells signalling it’s time to put a donation in the Salvation Army kettle don’t seem to be working their magic. Last week, thieves stole cash from two Coquitlam kettles and, to make matters worse, donations to Sally Ann have also taken a dive across Metro Vancouver. The longtime social service agency says kettle offerings are down about $200,000 so far this holiday season and spokesperson Lauren Chan said she hopes people will dig deep over the next two weeks so Salvation Army can reach its goal of $4 million in donations.

Vo l u n t e e r s h o p e friends and supporters of the Mossom Creek hatchery will rally around efforts to rebuild after Wednesday’s fire destroyed the building.

Cost concerns, too By Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS

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Send us your best & brightest holiday pix The Tri-City News is looking for outstanding holiday photos — one of which will be our front page on Christmas Eve — and we’re hoping our readers can help. If you would like your photo to be considered for the cover of the Dec. 24 edition of The Tri-City News, email it no later than Dec. 18 to newsroom@tricitynews.com with “holiday photos” in the subject line. (A couple of notes: Given the paper’s format, it’s likely a vertical photo will be chosen for the front, although photos of other shapes may also be printed in other editions over the holidays. As well, although you may send low-res. photos for consideration, the photo chosen for print will need to be high-res. — i.e., 150 dpi, 10 by 14 inches.) So get snapping — or digging through last year’s festive photos — and email your best shots to newsroom@tricitynews.com.

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Tri-City News reader Evelyn Wallat snapped this photo of her 11-month-old grandson, Ellis Chretien of Coquitlam, as he met and prepared to have his photo snapped for the first time with Santa Claus at Coquitlam Centre mall. Tri-City News reader Scott Anderson captured this photo of a tree lit up for the season in Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park.

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MOSSOM CREEK HATCHERY FIRE: Facility has provided environmental education for years

‘It’s a hit to all the students’: Mattson continued from front page

“We eventually got there, but the building was fully involved,” Faedo said. It took Port Moody’s full complement of firefighters and members of the Sasamat Volunteer Department to get the blaze under control. And Faedo noted that had the fire occurred in the summer months when the dense forrest that surround the hatchery is drier, it is likely that things would have been much worse.

‘We’re going to build it even better,’ says Foster continued from front page

STUDENTS HIT

For teacher Melanie Mattson, who heads the Centennial Salmon Club and teaches several related courses, the loss is heartbreaking. Not long before the fire started, she had tried to negotiate the winding, snow-covered road to the hatchery in the school bus she drives to transport students. She and the 35 students who are in the club this year had to turn back, never getting their last chance to work in the education building. “It’s a hit to all the students that are in the program,” she said. “It’s devastating.” On Thursday morning, hatchery members were still surveying the damage in an effort to determine what had survived the flames. The only structures remaining were the shed and the outhouse. Everything else, including the education centre that was built by volunteers in 2003, was destroyed. BIMES’ Assaf said 110,000 chum, 56,000 pinks and 4,400 coho

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Above, former Centennial fisheries ecology students gathered to celebrate the Mossom Creek Hatchery in 2011. Top right, retired teachers Rod MacVicar and Ruth Foster, who helped found the hatchery in Port Moody. were lost in the fire. But he did have some good news. Emergency funds from the Pacific Salmon Foundation are also being allocated to help rebuild the education centre. The hatchery is insured but Assaf said the money from the organization will help speed up the reconstruction process. “It will be a big help,” he added. “We are hopeful that we can get this rebuilt and incorporate a new classroom here.”

HISTORY

The Mossom Creek Hatchery was started by Ruth Foster and Rod MacVicar, both biology teachers at Centennial secondary, in 1976. I n a s t o ry i n a November 2011 edition of The Tri-City News,

MacVicar recalled that the hatchery was set up to teach students the importance and fragility of the environment. “Both of us are experiential educators,” he said at the time. “We believe that getting out there, smelling the forest, hearing the seas, it has more impact for students.” They started out with an incubation box for salmon eggs at the bottom of the creek, eventually growing into the facility that was just destroyed. The hatchery has touched many lives over the years, with thousands of students visiting and tending to the salmon at various stages of development. Foster and MacVicar were also instrumental in the development

HOW TO HELP

• An account has been set up with TD Canada Trust for donations. Those wishing to contribute can make a deposit at any branch of the bank into account 539-5000965. Businesses can be issued tax receipts. A fundraiser is expected to be announced in the new year. • People with photos, newspaper clippings or other material related to the hatchery are asked to email the images to elainewillis@gmail.com. of courses that incorporated the facility, including Fisheries Ecology 12, Wildlife of B.C. 11 and Fisheries Ecology Career Preparation 12. The two are now retired but the courses are still taught by Melanie Mattson, a Centennial teacher and the school’s hatchery club sponsor. Foster and MacVicar keep in touch with their former students, including Roy Argue, who is

now a community advisor for Fisheries and Oceans Canada working on the upper Fraser River out of Williams Lake. “When I graduated in 1981,” he wrote in an email, “it was the positive energy and support of both Ruth Foster and Rod MacVicar which instilled in me the desire to work for DFO upon completion of my post-secondary education.” gmckenna@tricitynews.com

Ruth Foster, who cofounded the hatchery, and Melanie Mattson, the teacher who now sponsors the Centennial Salmon Club that helps to look after it, say hundreds of former students and stewards from hatcheries have already reached out to support its replacement. “It’s a good thing. We’re going to build it even better,” said Foster, as she surveyed the smouldering pile of wood that used to house a classroom and hatchery. Among the groups pledging support are Noons Creek (Port Moody), Seymour (North Vancouver) and Kanaka Creek (Maple Ridge) hatcheries, and students from around B.C. have contacted Foster as well. She said a trailer will likely be placed on the site as a temporary shelter until new buildings can be erected to replace the hatchery, built in 1992, and the conference room, built in 2003. Mattson, whose father, Jim Mattson, sponsored

the Centennial Salmon Club before her, said students would be disappointed if work has to stop while rebuilding takes place. But she expected there would still be a need to look after the 4,000 coho that weren’t affected by the fire. Choking back tears, Mattson said the destruction was a devastating loss, and she was particularly disappointed because this year’s students were keen. “They give me energy every day,” she said. There are concerns, however, that the hatchery archives are lost, including hundreds of newspaper clippings, although Foster said the program would rise like a “phoenix.” “We’re going to need another logo,” joked one volunteer, as the group stood around waiting for police and fire officials to leave so they could begin work fixing the plumbing to the coho tank. • For more information about Mossom Creek Hatchery visit www.mossomcreek.org. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

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One-third of Canadians still getting door-to-door service continued from front page

O n We d n e s d a y, Canada Post revealed a five-year plan that would establish community mail boxes for the onethird of Canadian households that still get mailed delivered to their homes and hikes to stamp prices of between 85 cents and $1. Stewart said it makes sense to end what he called two-tiered mail services but he is not assured Canada Post has a good plan to prevent mail theft. While he acknowledged that the majority of Coquitlam residents already use community mail boxes, some have experienced mail theft. Earlier this year, for example, community mail boxes in Westwood Plateau were broken into and Canada Post has installed newer ones on a trial basis to see if they can withstand a breakin. It’s too early to say whether they are a success. Stewart has called for video surveillance or an alarm system of community mail boxes. He is also critical of the $200 fee Canada Post planned to charge new home construction, noting that Coquitlam has refused to collect the fee. “They have the legal authority to charge for one, it’s disgustingly inequitable,”Stewart said. There may be lawsuits, he said, if the fee continues to be charged on new homes but not for

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Wyant, who said lowincome families can’t afford the 30% price increase for stamps. He’s also concerned about the cost to small businesses and charitable organizations that still use the mail system. “It’s the latest in a number of significant increases we’re all going to have to think about,” Wyant said. Canada Post could not provide The Tri-City News with a breakdown of how many homes will be affected by the change in the Tri-Cities nor does it have a timeline for implementation here. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com – with files from Jeff Nagel

The CP Holiday Train rolls into Port Moody on December 16!

Bring a donation for SHARE and get into the festive spirit! Great pre-train activities from 4:30-5:25pm

Port Moody’s 2014 calendars are here! Port Moody residents, look for your calendar in the December 13 issue of the Tri-City News! Let’s start with the obvious - our city calendar has twelve stunning photographs that truly highlight the beauty of our city. Drill further down and you’ll find all kinds of great civic information, a detailed waste collection schedule and tons of signature events and activities. This year you’ll see that we’ve given you more room for personal notes - for the first time, we’ve printed a larger calendar that combines the best of our messaging with space for yours.

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“We really do rely on the support of the community. We are seeing an increase in the number of people using the services,”Chan said. Although it was a hardship to lose money from the Coquitlam kettles, Chan said rip-offs are rare. “We’re just here to serve the community. It’s unfortunate that someone would target us,” she said, adding that there are 45 kettles operating in the Tri-Cities at major malls and grocery stores. Proceeds from the Sally Ann Christmas kettle drive are used to provide Christmas hampers, family support services, shelters and a safe house for victims of human trafficking and domestic violence.

cerned that seniors and people with disabilities will have trouble getting their mail if it’s not delivered to their door. Belcarra Mayor Ralph Drew, who agrees security can be an issue, is philosophical about the need to end home delivery for Canada Post to remain solvent with the decline in letter mail. “Home delivery people really have been subsidized by the other twothirds of the Canadian public in terms of the cost of the system,”Drew said. Meanwhile, the hike in postage is a concern for Share Family and Community Services’ executive director, Martin

If you live in a condo or high-rise, pick up a copy at any City facility, including City Hall, the Port Moody Library, the Port Moody Recreation Complex or Kyle Centre anytime after December 13. For more information about Port Moody, check out our website at www.portmoody.ca. Sign up for e-newsletters, see upcoming events and find out more about your community.

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Warm up by the bonfire and get a cup of hot chocolate or an ice cream cone next to the tennis courts by the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Road). You’ll really get into the spirit with festive tunes by the Port Moody Community Band.

Enjoy the spectacle of the CP Holiday Train at 5:25pm The train pulls in with thousands of lights and a very special visitor on board. Don’t miss its arrival at 5:25pm!

Sing along with Melanie Doane and Matt Dusk from 5:45-6:15pm These well-established Canadian performers are ready to entertain with classic holiday tunes.

The festivities continue at City Hall from 6:30-8pm Make your way to Port Moody City Hall (100 Newport Drive) for even more holiday cheer (including carollers!). Chow down on chili, pizza, chowder and popcorn, then get your sugar fix by decorating a cookie. We’ve also got three free screenings of Disney’s Prep and Landing cued up in Inlet Theatre.

Help out SHARE Family and Community Services The goal of this event is to collect as much money and food as possible for SHARE Family & Community Services. Last year we raised over 990lbs of food and over $9,000. A number of local businesses and community groups help make this event a file #13-254-TC success - see them all at www.portmoody.ca/cpholidaytrain. Tri-City News 2013-Dec-13 3 col x 9.5”

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Find OCP solution: Royer Council listening to input, says Clay By Dan Ebenal The Tri-CiTy News

The latest draft of Port Moody’s official community plan is far from final. But it is certainly controversial. Echoes from a November town hall meeting on the planning document continued to reverberate through Port Moody’s Inlet Theatre Tuesday night. Gaetan Royer, the former PoMo city manager — and husband of Coun. Zoe Royer — made a presentation to council asking it to get staff more involved in the process. “You have been making changes with very specific recommendations, very specific resolutions,”he said. Royer said council should scrap plans to have the OCP go to the city’s committee of the whole for review in January and instead have staff consult with residents in neighbourhoods divided over the plan. He pointed to Coronation Park, which has “bounced from zero growth to 30 storeys back to zero growth.” Royer said switching between the two ex-

tremes has resulted in residents organizing their own meetings in the community to rally support for one of the factions. “Somewhere in between, there is a solution and I think the city should help the neighbourhood to discover that solution,”he said. Council moved ahead with plans for a Jan. 7 committee to review the OCP but those around the council table seemed receptive to obtaining further input from staff. Mayor Mike Clay said many of those voicing objections over the OCP are only opposed to a part of the plan that affects them specifically. “At the last meeting, there was what looked to be an angry mob of 350 people or so here,” Clay said, noting,“A number of people got up and said, ‘I support this plan generally except this aspect of it.’” But the mayor did agree that council has gotten far too specific with the OCP, something he says has chased a number of developers away. Clay said he has always supported removing potentially contentious areas like Coronation Park or the Mill and Timber site from the OCP and referring them to as a neighbour-

hood area plan able anything to that would rebe built,” he said. quire further “It’s a vision consultation. document.” He added that He said counredevelopment cil will now go of both the mill over the input and Andre’s received from Wi n e s i t e s the community would require at the town hall approval from MIKE CLAY meetings as well MetroVancouver. as through correspon“Those are just pipe dence, make any necesdreams at this point, any- sary revisions and then how,” Clay said. “You’re go back before the public. describing a vision of “This stuff isn’t going what the community to be built overnight. This might look like.” is 30-year planning. If you The mayor took ex- don’t like the vision this ception to comments council comes up with, that council is using the then your referendum is OCP to force changes on when you go to the polls the community that it is in November [2014 civic not ready for. “The OCP elections].” debenal@tricitynews.com doesn’t guarantee or en-

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PoMo extends shelter days By Dan Ebenal The Tri-CiTy News

Tri-Cities homeless people have one more option in finding shelter from the cold. Port Moody council on Tuesday adopted a bylaw amendment that allows a temporary shelter to operate up to 62 days in any one season, extending from October through March. St. Andrew’s United Church on St. Johns Street is scheduled to operate a temporary shelter in March and the bylaw amendment would allow the church to set up a shelter for a second month if the need arises. “It’s a bit of a safety net in case we run into difficulties in the future,” said Hope for Freedom Society director Rob Thiessen. “It gives us some options down the road should we find ourselves in a position [where space for a shelter is not available].” The Calgary Baptist Church in Coquitlam made room in November for the shelter, which has now moved on to

Coquitlam Alliance Church. Port Coquitlam council approved an agreement this week that paves the way for the shelter to operate at Grace Church in January. It is scheduled to operate out of Eagle Ridge Bible Fellowship in Coquitlam during February. Wh i l e t h e G ra c e Church shelter in PoCo has drawn heated opposition from neighbouring residents, Port Moody received a lone letter in opposition. “Many of the residential properties in this quiet neighbourhood have seniors and young families living in them,” stated the letter. “The rezoning will undoubtedly have a very significant negative impact to their lives.” But Mayor Mike Clay pointed out that the shelter has already been operating in their neighbourhood for the past six years. “That alone tells me it must be doing OK so they should not notice any difference in their neighbourhood,”Clay said.

City waives concert costs – after debate Some Port Moody councillors worry that the city could be the ultimate loser in a talent competition for a $2,000 scholarship. Council on Tuesday night granted a fee waiver for theYarilo Music Society to host a talent competition in the Inlet Theatre Feb. 24. The public performance will see young musicians compete before a jury for a $2,000 scholarship. “It’s a great opportunity to get some funding into our young musicians as well as give them exposure to the community,”said Coun. Gerry Nuttall in making the motion to grant a waiver for the estimated $600 to $700 in city costs. But Coun. Diana Dilworth questioned the precedent council would be setting, noting that other dance and musical groups rent the theatre on a regular basis. “I very much appreciate whatYarilo is doing but I have the concern that if we’re going to allow one particular group to get free use of this facility twice in one year that we are going to be inviting a number of other groups,”she said, adding,“It’s going to be a lot harder to say, ‘No’ to other groups.” Nuttall said while he respected Dilworth’s opinion,“I think that us being the City of the Arts that this falls totally in line with what we’re trying to do.” The motion for the waiver passed with Dilworth, Mayor Mike Clay and Coun. Rosemary Small opposed.

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o some, it’s a perk enjoyed in older neighbourhoods and subsidized by newer ones. To others, home mail delivery is a public institution and the elderly and disabled will be hurt if it’s discontinued. Whatever camp you’re in, you’ll have to agree that Canada Post needs to revamp its business model to avoid losing $1 billion a year by 2020. Switching to community mailboxes is seen as a way to cut costs and meet changing consumer demands. While making the switch will be an inconvenience for people, mostly in older urban neighbourhoods, who still get mail at home, it is inevitable. Sadly, the switch doesn’t come with a drop in postage fees or, perhaps more importantly, a guarantee of mail security. Thefts from community mailboxes have been a problem in many places in the Tri-Cities — Port Coquitlam’s Citadel Heights has been one repeated target — and it’s up to householders to make sure they pick up their mail regularly to avoid problems. But regular pickup is no guarantee of safety. If Canada Post wants support for its cost-cutting measures, it had better do something to secure our mail.

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Shutting PoMo’s Burrard Thermal makes no sense AS I SEE IT Martin Cavin

he provincial government has ordered BC Hydro to permanently remove Burrard Thermal’s power-generating equipment in 2016. As someone who recently retired after working at Burrard for 24 years, I believe that is a short-sighted decision and a colossal waste of taxpayers’ money. Burrard is a heritage asset that is fully paid for and would cost billions to replace. Hundreds of millions of dollars were spent over the last few decades to make it more reliable and to lower its environmental footprint. Nitrogen oxide emissions were reduced by 85% and residual chlorine in the cooling water was cut to virtually zero. Oil-burning equipment was removed, leaving natural gas as the only fuel — that’s the same natural gas Premier Christy Clark is touting as“green energy.” Unlike many independent power producers (IPP), Burrard Thermal can deliver firm power on demand, making it ideal for peak loads

and emergencies. There is a glut of cheap gas on the market, so fuel supply and cost are not issues. Hydro is paying hundreds of millions of dollars a year for intermittent IPP power that is not always needed, so why is there an issue with spending $20 million a year to keep Burrard available as a firm power source? Burrard’s efficiency is typical for a stand-by plant. No electrical utility spends money to make a plant highly efficient if it sits idle most of the time. More important than efficiency is reliability, yet Hydro has lately been spending a lot less to maintain this plant compared to what other utilities spend on comparable plants. For example, the Lennox stand-by plant in Ontario has roughly twice the power output but its stand-by cost is more than four times that of Burrard’s.Yet the Ontario Power Authority has no plans to shut this plant down as it provides good value as a backup should there be unforeseen outages, according to a recent article in the Toronto Star. Where will BC Hydro get sufficient energy if there is an extremely low water year? The run-of-the-river IPP would be of no help, and

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neither would the hydro plants in the U.S. northwest. The electrical grid is not designed to import large amounts of power from the east. There is no other thermal plant in all of B.C. that is anywhere near the size of Burrard. And what if Site C is delayed and Hydro is short of power for a few years? Would Hydro be forced to spend hundreds of millions buying power on the open market, when Burrard could fill the need? Burrard is the only large power plant in the Lower Mainland, which is the major load centre of the province. The Lower Mainland relies on long, vulnerable transmission lines for the bulk of its power. Hydro is installing additional lines but its major plants are hundreds of kilometres away on the Peace and Columbia rivers. What happens if a severe ice storm brings down several transmission lines, as happened in Quebec in 1998? Or if a forest fire in the Interior destroys a critical 500 KV substation? Or an ice dam seriously curtails power output from a major hydro plant during the winter peak? With global warming and more frequent

extreme weather phenomenon, these scenarios aren’t that farfetched. As well, due to deferred maintenance, BC Hydro’s infrastructure is aging and more prone to failure than ever before. By shutting down Burrard, Hydro is gambling with the energy security of the Lower Mainland. Burrard alone could not power the whole region but it could maintain critical loads during the days or weeks required to deal with an emergency. There is something wrong with this picture. Why is a paid-for plant — burning cheap, clean fuel, delivering firm power on demand, located in a major load centre that relies on long transmission lines — being shut down? This poorly thought-out decision needs to be revisited. How presumptuous to think that this plant will never be needed again. Future generations may be burdened with this irreversible act, yet there is no public accountability. Taxpayers should be up in arms. Why is this issue not being debated before the BC Utilities Commission? Is the provincial government afraid of the answer it might receive?

Martin Cavin is a Port Moody resident.

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FACE TO FACE: Should PoCo council approve a January homeless shelter?

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ast Monday, Port Coquitlam city council voted in favour of allowing a temporary homeless shelter to operate out of Grace Church on Kingsway Avenue in January. It’s part of this region’s cold/wet weather mat program — which has been in existence in some form since 2007 — that provides emergency shelter to the homeless during the winter months. This year, the shelter will rotate between three churches, with homeless patrons being picked up and delivered to the shelter by bus. I understand that council had little choice but to approve the shelter but I’m not comfortable with it. Don’t get me wrong. This is policy measure that is both laudable and necessary. But councils have an obligation to pay attention to the concerns of residents. And in this case, the concerns are real. Last summer, according to The Tri-City News, a number of area residents complained about what the so-called bridge shelter did to their community. Businesses and individuals complained about homeless people loitering and even doing drugs in their neighbourhoods. “This is our home and we have to live with these decisions,” Christy McDonald, a resident in the area told

The News.“We are sick of it.” To its credit, Port Coquitlam city council has put in some safeguards this time around that should mitigate some of those problems. But the fact remains that these shelters could negatively affect a community’s well-being, maybe its security and perhaps even its property values. Again, contrary to what my colleague opposite might suggest, we conservatives aren’t evil. I’m not saying let’s keep the homeless on the streets; I’m saying governments need to come up with better alternatives. I applaud Tri-City municipal governments and community organizations spearheading shelter programs, developing outreach plans and stocking food banks. And I can’t wait to see the permanent shelter at 3030 Gordon Ave. in Coquitlam become operational. Yes, more needs to be done. We obviously need more money for affordable housing, mental health and addiction services. Call it NIMBY-ism if you’d like but we can’t keep forcing homeless shelters on communities that don’t want them. In 2014, I hope our cities’ councillors can come up with other solutions. I suggest that they start working those solutions now.

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“I’m not saying let’s keep the homeless on the streets; I’m saying governments need to come up with better alternatives.” Andy Radia

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“If PoCo council votes against PoCo’s January shelter, councillors are saying, “Let ’em eat cake” — but only in Port Moody and Coquitlam shelters.” Jim Nelson What’s your take on this week’s Face to Face topic and what they have to say? Email your thoughts to newsroom@tricitynews.com.

PoCo needs to take its turn R

emember when Port Coquitlam city workers dumped peat moss in an area where a homeless man was known to camp? The media and public savaged the city for weeks and PoCo’s reputation for empathy for the homeless was set back 20 years. It was an embarrassing period for PoCo council. One would think they had learned a lesson. Yet there was council last Monday, a scant six months later, in tundralike weather, voting on whether to withdraw permission for PoCo to take its turn in the Tri-Cities’ homeless shelter rotation. It would be council’s third flip flop on this issue. In 30-degree July, council bowed to neighbourhood concerns and revoked permission for the bridge shelter at Grace Church on Kingsway Avenue.That had operated as a sixmonth shelter since 2007, mostly because there are more homeless in this neighbourhood than in Coquitlam and Port Moody combined. While waiting for the planned 2015 completion of a permanent homeless shelter in Coquitlam, the Hope for Freedom Society and other service organizations have brokered a plan for the sheltering of the Tri-City’s homeless. Each city will take turns housing the homeless in local churches.

In November, it was Calvary Baptist in Coquitlam. In December, it’s Coquitlam Alliance Church. In February, Coquitlam’s Eagle Ridge Bible Fellowship will take a turn, and in March, it’s St. Andrews in Port Moody. That leaves January. Hello, PoCo, with most of the Tri-Cities’ homeless, it’s time to step up. So in November, PoCo council did step up, partially revoking its July revoking, re- establishing a shelter at Grace Church just for January.The neighbourhood responded angrily, having thought council’s July vote had squelched the housing the homeless thing in their neighbourhood for good. So, caught in a nexus of NIMBYism, PoCo will vote again Monday, on whether to revoke their partial revoking of their July revoking of permission. Oh, it’s complicated to be sure. And there are legitimate neighbourhood concerns. But it’s also simple. If PoCo council votes against PoCo’s January shelter, councillors are saying,“Let ’em eat cake”— but only in Port Moody and Coquitlam shelters. Just six months after the peat moss incident, PoCo is again in danger of showing an Abbotsford-like insensitivity to the homeless, and a very short political memory.

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Music duo makes up for thief The Editor, I’m writing today to share a story of kindness and generosity. I’m a single mother of a two-yearold girl. Recently, all our belongings were stolen from my car. Nothing of great monetary value was taken but what was stolen affected us even more. All of my daughter’s daycare bags were taken. It’s beyond me what someone would want with dirty toddler bedding and dirty dishes, but there you go. A blanket that was given to her as an infant, her favourite stuffed animal and her most beloved Bobs and Lolo CDs were in those bags. She was crushed and I felt violated. These comfort items are hard enough to replace when you’re a struggling mom off work on injury compensation

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them autographed again (she gave us the CDs as a gift). Lorraine greeted my daughter before the show, taking the time to read the special message to her and to assure her that they would be singing her favourite song. Four autographed CDs and a meet and greet! But it didn’t stop there. Bobs and Lolo gave my daughter a special “hello” while on stage, blowing her two-year-old mind.

After the show, they both greeted her again, handing out stickers and smiles. That these two lovely women took the time out for her during their busy schedules was astounding. Treating my daughter like a VIP went above and beyond. This has been a very difficult period in our lives but these two brilliant, kind and generous women have restored our faith. I’d like for you to please share this with the public as these women deserve recognition for the memories my daughter will cherish forever more. As I type this, she’s singing and dancing to “Rain Drop Pop.” From the bottom of my heart, I thank you. Katrina Schneider, Coquitlam

Canadians, speak up about Canada Post changes The Editor, Re. “End to home mail delivery and hikes to stamp prices raises concerns” (tricitynews.com, Dec. 11).

Canada Post’s decision to eliminate urban mail delivery is outrageous! Consider the impacts on seniors, the disabled, those who work

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Programs of Choice Cross Catchment Application Process 2014-2015 Parents can apply for a school outside of their neighbourhood catchment school. To do so you must complete a “Cross Catchment Application.” Placement is based on space availability. Cross Catchment Process: Information on the cross catchment process can be obtained from the district website www.sd43.bc.ca. The District is encouraging use of the electronic version of the application form accessed through the District website www.sd43.bc.ca beginning February 7th at 9:00 a.m. The process will close on February 19th at 4:30 p.m. Application requirements can be found on the website. Paper forms will also be available at all schools as of February 7th at 9:00 a.m. All completed paper applications must be returned in person or by mail to the School District Office at 550 Poirier Street, Coquitlam, V3J 6A7 by the closing date. Faxed or email copies will NOT be accepted. The school locator on the District website provides a student’s designated catchment area schools. Catchment is based on home address.

Reggio Influenced Program Application Process WHAT IS REGGIO PROGRAM? A Reggio Influenced approach has several guiding principles: The Image of the Child: Children are powerful, capable and resourceful. Emergent Curriculum: Builds from the natural curiosities of children. Sometimes it will emerge from the children’s interests or may also be sparked by the teacher strategically putting out a provocation to see how the children respond or by posing inquiry based questions that deepen learning and understanding. Project Work: In-depth studies that develop out of children’s ideas, questions, and interests. Projects may last for short or extended periods of time and may involve individuals, small groups or the whole class. With teacher support, children choose what materials to use to support their explorations and how to research, share and re-represent their learnings. Representational Development: The arts play a key role in Reggio influenced practice and are integrated into daily activities to maximize children’s development. This is consistent with Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences. The Role of the Environment: The environment is seen as the third teacher. Careful consideration is given to the look and feel of the classroom environment: indoors and out, which are organized for small, medium and large group project work. Documentation: Children’s learning becomes visible through regular documentation. Teachers take photographs of children in action and they record their words to describe their learning experience. Parent Involvement: Parents are seen as partners in their child’s education and will regularly meet to discuss their child’s development. Sense of Community: Educators work together with all children, families, and community partners/members to create a strong identity and interconnectedness that supports all learners. APPLICATION PROCESS: • The program is located in Meadowbrook Elementary School. • Children can be entering Kindergarten to Grade 5 in September 2014. • Application forms will be available at the January 15, 2014 information meeting (see below) and on the district website: www.sd43.bc.ca/Programs/Reggio beginning January 16 at 9:00 a.m. • Completed application forms must be mailed or hand delivered (no faxes or email will be accepted) to Coquitlam School Board Office (550 Poirier St., Coquitlam V3J 6A7) no later than 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 23, 2014. Parent Information Meeting: Meadowbrook Elementary School 900 Sharpe Street, Coquitlam Wednesday, January 15, 2014 – 6:45 p.m.

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AN INVITATION TO PARENTS: If you are considering the Montessori program at middle school in September 2014, you are invited to attend an information meeting to learn about the program. An information meeting regarding the middle school program will take place at: SCOTT CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL 1240 Lansdowne Drive Thursday, January 23, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Application forms will be available at the open house or online.

For further information visit our website: www.sd43.bc.ca or contact Rob McFaul, Principal, Montgomery Middle School at 604-939-7367 or e-mail: montgomery@sd43.bc.ca or Rob Foot, Principal, Scott Creek Middle School at 604-945-0156 or e-mail: scottcreek@sd43.bc.ca

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PoMo police seek driver in the latest hit-and-run By Gary McKenna The Tri-CiTy News

A 17-year-old pedestrian was lucky to escape without any serious injuries after she was struck by a white minivan while crossing St. Johns Street Tuesday morning. The woman was hit in the thigh while walking north at Moray Street and only knew to

get out of the way because she was alerted by a driver in a blue Toyota Land Cruiser. So far, no witnesses have come forward with the white minivan’s licence plate number but investigators would like to speak with the driver of the minivan and the Toyota. PoMo Police are looking for the driver of the van, who is described as a Caucasian man with grey hair, a white beard and glasses who was wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt. Anyone with infor-

Daigle guilty of murder Darlene Daigle, the Coquitlam woman on trial for stabbing her ex-boyfriend to death more than three years ago, has been found guilty. The 42-year-old has been in custody since she was arrested 18 days after the body of Peter Markus was found inside a trailer at the Wildwood Mobile Park on Cayer Street on Jan. 4, 2010. Last Thursday, a B.C. Supreme Court jury found her guilty of second-degree murder in the killing of the 39-year-old. Investigators said that the two had recently ended a relationship and that police had visited the home on several occasions the previous summer. “Investigators worked extremely hard to collect and bring all the evidence forward, resulting in this conviction,” said RCMP Cpl. Dominic Duchesneau. “This is a very successful outcome to a tragic and unnecessary death. Domestic violence cannot and will not be tolerated.” A person who lived in the Brunette Avenue neighbourhood at the time of the incident said the victim was a“quiet guy”who worked as a carpet layer. Sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 24. gmckenna@tricitynews.com

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Internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano Judith Forst, who made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in 1968, performed at a Port Moody Council meeting on Tuesday, November 26. This leading citizen of Port Moody can now add the Freedom of the City Award to her numerous awards and distinctions. Watch her reflect at www.portmoody.ca. Sponsored by the

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Coq. library gets new boss Vancouver-Mt. Pleasant — a provincial riding currently held by NDP MLA Jenny Kwan — and, in 1991, he ran against Mike Harcourt. Gnissios has also worked on provincial and federal campaigns, including the byelection for Coquitlam Coun. Lou Sekora when he successfully ran for the Liberals as MP. As well, Gnissios was an NPA candidate for the Vancouver School Board. Gnissios, who has a bachelor’s degree in humanities and business from SFU and a master’s degree in library and information studies from UBC,

CPL head has a long history in libraries & politics By Janis Warren The Tri-CiTy News

TODD GNISSIOS services, and, prior, was a research librarian at the Vancouver Public Library for 24 years. Besides his library work, Gnissios has also been active in politics. He was the BC Liberal riding president for

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said he has a strong vision for the Coquitlam Public Library, which has branches on Poirier Street and Pinetree Way. “It’s the information age and libraries have a great future,” he said, adding, the library is “a service, not a building.” Gnissios said he is aware Coquitlam has the lowest per capita funding in B.C. for library materials and he is eager to work with city council and staff on the budget. He also wants to take a look at the early childhood education programs the library offers as “literacy is so important for our youth.”

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The City of Coquitlam will be receiving the input requested herein up to Thursday, December 19, 2013. Written correspondence can be provided in one of the following ways:

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You are now being invited to provide input to Council with respect to the above-noted application.

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The City has received an application to amend the Citywide Official Community Plan (CWOCP) relating to the properties located at 1503 and 1509 Coast Meridian Road. The application proposes a redesignation of the subject properties from Large Single Family, Civic and Major Institutional, and Environmentally Sensitive Area to Large Village Single Family and Environmentally Sensitive Area to accommodate a future single-family residential subdivision containing approximately 30 RS-8 (Large Village Single Family Residential) lots and 1 remainder RS-2 (OneFamily Suburban Residential) lot.

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Additional information about this application can be obtained from the Planning and Development Department (Telephone: 604-927-3428). All written submissions provided in response to this consultation will become part of the public record which includes the submissions being made available for public inspection at Coquitlam City Hall and on our website as part of a future agenda package at www.coquitlam.ca. Should Council grant first reading to the proposed CWOCP amendment, a Public Hearing will be held with notification to be provided in accordance with the Local Government Act.

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EVERGREEN CULTURAL CENTRE | Tickets: 604-927-6555 / evergreenculturalcentre.ca

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DECEMBER 31, 2013 | 8pm TICKETS: $15-$38

IN THE NEW YEAR Andrew Luchkow

rated with hundreds of thousands of LED lights and holiday designs. There will be holiday music by Juno-awarding winning Melanie Doane and Juno-nominated Matt Dusk at both stops (5:45 p.m. in PoMo, 7:30 p.m. in PoCo) and people are encouraged to bring a donation for Share. This is the CP Holiday Train’s 15th anniversary. The three-week, 10,000 km journey began Nov. 26 in Beaconsfield, Que. and will visit more than 150 communities before its final stop in Port Coquitlam.

DECEMBER 15, 2013 | 2pm TICKETS: $12-$16

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At Trasolini Field behind the Port Moody rec complex (300 Ioco Rd.), pre-train activities will begin at 4:30 p.m., including hot chocolate, a bonfire, music by the city’s community band and egg nog ice cream. PoCo’s festivities will begin at 6:15 p.m. with a free skate at the PoCo rec complex and will include free cocoa and cupcakes. These events are wrapping up the city’s 100th birthday. (In PoCo, free parking will be available at the rec complex.) The holiday train is about 1,000 feet long and features 14 rail cars deco-

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Tri-City residents get to celebrate the holidays with two visits of the Canadian Pacific Railway Holiday Train — in Port Coquitlam and Port Moody. On Monday, Dec. 16, the gaily-decorated train will roll into PoMo at 5:25 p.m. before making its final stop at the Port Coquitlam West Coast Express Station (2125 Kingsway Ave.) at 7:15 p.m. In both cities, there will be fun before the train comes to celebrate the season and raise funds for Share Family and Community Services.

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On Monday, Dec. 16, the 15th annual CP Rail Holiday Train will be making stops in Port Moody, behind the rec complex, and at the Port Coquitlam West Coast Express station.

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We’re New to the Neighbourhood! Beginning Monday, December 16 Introducing New Service

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TRI-CITY LIFE

CONTACT Send notices & releases to: email: newsroom@tricitynews.com phone: 604-472-3030 • fax: 604-944-0703

THE THINGS-TO-DO GUIDE: Photos (on a Zamboni), a skate and sing-along with Santa Claus

Countdown to Christmas TODAY: Friday, Dec. 13 SHAKE YOUR BEAN

Students in grades 4, 5 and 6 can cut loose with a professional DJ at the city of Port Coquitlam’s Jelly Bean Dance. Try out carnival games and win door prizes at the supervised party starting at 6:15 p.m. at the PoCo recreation complex (2150 Wilson Ave.). Entry is $8 at the door.Visit pocoyouth.com.

WONDERFUL LIFE

Farside Theatre’s It’s a Wonderful Life — The Radio Play runs tonight and tomorrow at 7 p.m. at Northside Church (1460 Lansdowne Dr., Coquitlam), taking the audience to the 1947 radio broadcast of the play. Tickets at $10 include dessert and coffee or tea. Call 604-942-7711 or visit northsidechurch.ca.

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The award-winning Argentine drama Chinese Takeaway is this month’s offering by the Port Moody Film Society. The Spanish- and Mandarin-language flick runs at 7:30 p.m. in the Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr., Port Moody) with tickets at $5 (plus $5 for a society membership) available at the city hall galleria after 6:45 p.m.Visit pmfilm.ca.

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Time is running out to shop at the Christmas boutiques at Coquitlam’s Place des Arts (left) and the Port Moody Arts Centre (above). The Maillardville facility’s festive display of handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts by local artisans ends Dec. 20 while the Blackberry Artists’ Society Christmas Marketplace at PMAC is open until Dec. 23 at 1 p.m. The marketplace includes original visual art, photography, jewellery, ceramics, textile arts, woodworking and gift cards.

BENEFIT SHOW

Youth bands will rock Port Moody’s Heritage Woods secondary for Project Theo. The Student Enterprise Club, a philanthropy and business group at the high school, will raise funds for HeritageForHumanity and Project 24. Alluvium, the Railway Boys and Bluesmoke will perform at the benefit concert. Tickets at $5 are available at the door of the school (1300 David Ave.). Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the show an hour later.

WRESTLING

Get your fill of wrestling and help fill food bank hampers at the fourth annual Wrestling with Hunger, presented by Elite Canadian Championship Wrestling (ECCW) at 8 p.m. Bring non-perishable food items, unwrapped toys, warm clothing and blankets to the Elks Hall (2272 Leigh Sq., Port Coquitlam). The more you contribute, the greater your chance of winning prizes. Tickets are $18/$15.

DANCING DICKENS

Seventeen young Tri-City dancers are cast in Motus O’s A Christmas Carol, on stage at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) until Saturday. Among those who won parts in the Charles Dickens’ classic tale include Niki Moshirfatemi, who plays the character of Tiny Tim against James Croker’s Scrooge. Tickets at $39/$30/$15 at 604-927-6555.

Saturday, Dec. 14 BREKKIE WITH SANTA

Have an early meal with Santa Claus — and take part in a sing-a-long and kids’ activities — at the Port Coquitlam recreation complex (2150 Wilson Ave.) from 9 to 11 a.m. The cost is $8 (kids under three are free). Tickets are available at the PoCo rec complex or Hyde Creek rec centre. Call 604-927-7970.

FREE RIDE (WITH DONATION)

Ride the Santa Trains today by bringing a new, unused and

unwrapped toy to any West Coast Express station and, in exchange, you will receive a return ticket for the West Coast Express (to be used the same day). The Santa Trains are sponsored by Black Press, The Tri-City News’ parent company, and Rogers Radio Group. The morning trains, which arrive at Waterfront Station at 11:15 a.m., will stop at Port Coquitlam at 10:39 a.m., Coquitlam at 10:45 a.m. and Port Moody at 10:50 a.m. And they’ll leave Waterfront at 4 p.m., arriving in PoMo at 4:24 p.m., Coquitlam at 4:29 p.m. and PoCo at 4:34 p.m. Call 604488-8906 or visit translink.ca/santatrain.

EN FRANCAIS

La Société francophone de Maillardville will host an open house from 2 to 5 p.m. at Chez-nous Hall (209 Lebleu St., Coquitlam) to welcome area residents in the French-Canadian enclave and to celebrate the holiday season with music and refreshments. Call 604-515-7070 or email info@maillardville.com.

VARIETY SHOW

Coquitlam’s Glen Pine Pavilion for seniors (1200 Glen Pine) will entertain with lively holiday songs, skits and dances at its annual variety show from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Grandchildren can also get a visit with Santa Claus. Cost is $5. Call 604-927-6940.

PJ PARTY

The Coquitlam-based Coastal Sound Music Academy teams up with DragonDiva Opera for two musical“pajama-party” performances at the Eagle Ridge United Church (2813 Glen Dr., Coquitlam). The shows, titled Baby It’s Cold Outside, are at 3 and 7 p.m. Tickets are $20/$15/$10 (cash only at the door). Reserve seats by emailing tickets@dragondiva.org or call 604552-2762 for information. Come in PJs and win a prize!

LET’S DANCE

Pulse Productions hosts Holiday Magic — An Evening of Song and Dance, at 7 p.m. at Port Moody’s Inlet Theatre (100 Newport

Dr.). Tickets at $15 are available through Pulse Dance Centre by calling 604-474-3466.

Sunday, Dec. 15 TO MARKET

The Port Moody Farmers’ Market is back for a special holiday sale outside the PoMo recreation complex (300 Ioco Rd.) from 9 a.m. to noon. More than 50 vendors will be selling their locally made and grown products.Visit makebakegrow.com.

SANTA ON ICE

Lace up your skates and join the bearded guy at the Port Coquitlam rink (2150 Wilson Ave.) for a holiday glide from 12:45 to 4 p.m. Bring your camera and have your photo taken with Santa on the Zamboni.You can also make Christmas crafts and warm up with hot cocoa afterward. Call 604-9277970 or email parksrec@portcoquitlam.ca.

SING US A SONG

The Dogwood Songsters, a group part of Coquitlam’s Dogwood Pavilion, will host a carol sing-along at the seniors’ facility (624 Poirier St.) at 1:30 p.m. Admission of $5 includes refreshments. Call 604-927-6098 for tickets. Food donations to the Christmas hamper will be accepted.

JAZZY BLUES

The children’s act The Blues Berries will have toes tapping with familiar seasonal songs — with a twist — such as I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas, The Santa Claus Blues, Rockin’ Round the Christmas Tree and Boogie Woogie Santa Claus. The four-piece ensemble will play Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) at 2 p.m. Tickets are $16/$12 through the box office.

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flake symbol on the sidewall Winter weather has already to indicate that it meets a touched most parts of BC specific winter tire industry and there is a threat of performance test. A series more severe snowstorms in of tragic accidents that the coming days. involved vehicles equipped Driving can be challenging with all-season tires, mainly no matter where you live on the Sea-to-Sky Highway in in the province at this What makes a BC, played a significant role time of the year. The heavy BC winter road trip in the adaptation of this tire rain, fog, wind or slushy uniquely challenging designation. snow that’s common in The traction qualities of a coastal areas can present (and interesting) is winter tire will deteriorate an unpredictable and more as it wears and loses tread dangerous driving situation that it’s possible to experience all (or depth. As a general rule, than sub-zero, crunchy a half-worn winter tire hard-packed snow. Then most) of the above performs at about the same there’s the biggest driving conditions, in a same- level as a good all-season challenge of them all – ice tire in cold, slippery condiin its various road surface day drive. tions. A half worn all-season incarnations. Bob McHugh tire will perform about the What makes a BC winter same as a good summer tire. road trip uniquely challengAnd a half-worn summer tire… well, let’s ing (and interesting) is that it’s possible not go there! to experience all (or most) of the above When road traction conditions are poor, conditions, in a same-day drive. try to avoid asking tires to do more than Even if daytime temperatures are mild, one job at a time – specifically, don’t overnight temperatures typically drop steer and brake at the same time. Start close to or below the freezing mark on a braking sooner and try to get all braking regular basis. done while the vehicle is in a straight line, Your car’s tires are what keep you on the in advance of a turn. Steady and smooth road and out of the ditch. Before you set steering actions work best and use a out today, be it to work or to pay a visit gentle push on the gas pedal as you exit to friends or family across the province, the turn. please check your tires. According to ICBC, about one-in-25 Below seven degrees Celsius, the rubber crashes in BC are caused by wildlife colcompound used in a winter tire (or lisions. Although they tend to be more all-weather tire) remains softer and active in spring and fall, they can be offers better traction qualities than attracted by roadside vegetation and an all-season or summer tire. you need to be extra watchful for A winter or all-weather tire is wildlife during the dusk and dawn. marked with a mountain/snow-

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Now, with the introduction of this all-new Jeep Cherokee, Chrysler has something to take on established players like the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. Looks Some might not remember the old boxy Cherokee that was sold in the 1990s; it was a very simple design that appealed to diehard Jeep enthusiasts. This new Cherokee is trying to win over new buyers, not just the Jeep faithful. It might look a bit odd at first but when you are in its presence, the design actually grows on you to a pint that it has a futuristic, very modern twist on an iconic nameplate. There is a special Trailhawk version of this Cherokee that has been designed specifically for off-road, with higher front and rear bumpers to help it traverse ditches and climb mountains. The more practical base front wheel drive (FWD) model starts at $23,495 and is the lowest priced vehicle in the compact SUV class. The All wheel drive (AWD) model is also a value leader and starts at $25,695. Inside The Cherokee is covered in soft-touch materials, comfortable seats and a large touch screen in the centre of the dash for connectivity. The base screen is 5 inches but a larger 8.4-inch screen is available on the $29,995 Limited model. In addition, all models get a second 3.5inch screen embedded in the instrument cluster that is fully programmable and provides custom readouts. The back seat isn’t huge but the seats again are contoured nicely and provide good comfort. They also slide forward to elongate the cargo area if larger objects need to be carried. The rest of the dash has a stylish design that is a good combination of the bigger Grand Cherokee and the functional Dodge Journey. Sweeping lines and attention to detail make es this a class leader inti terms TriCi of style and design. Drive Not content to use existing engines and transmission in this new Cherokee, Chrysler is showcasing brand new technology in this compact SUV, providing good fuel economy and value. All trim levels come standard with a 9-speed automatic transmission. That’s right, nine

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ICBC Safety Tip If you’re looking for a new vehicle as a holiday gift, consider looking for some of the latest safety features such as electronic stability control and ABS brakes. For a small price differential, you could get a whole lot more protection. Question of the Week Do you plan to install winter tires this year? – If not, why not? Email: keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca “The police can spend more time looking for bad drivers rather than speeding drivers and maybe the general driving public will then respect them more.” Laura Tomelin shared her driving philos-

ophy: “Do not drink and drive, but drive at your own capabilities and get the hell out of the way of other drivers who take their own risks and feel comfortable doing so!” The more cynical of our readers, dismissed the current posted speed limits as being artificially low and designed not for safety reasons but as a way of generating cash for the government through fines. Transportation Minister Todd Stone will give B.C. residents an opportunity to express their views directly in a series of eight regional public forums set to run between now and January 24, 2014. For details of the Rural Highway Safety and Speed Review go to http://engage.gov. bc.ca/safetyandspeedreview. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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books plus: What’s on in Tri-City libraries

First, music and baking; then, New Year fun Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

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• Christmas concert: Get into the spirit of Christmas at the City Centre branch with the Emanuel Romanian Baptist Church Choir on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 7 to 8 p.m. Led by director Sorin Tepes, the choir will

ring in the season with carols in both Romanian and English, ending with Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus.” The choir is made up of 50 singers of all ages.There is no charge for this program and registration is not required. • Bake sale: CPL’s Teen Advisory Council hosts a Christmas bake sale from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 23 at the City Centre branch. Shop for home-baked seasonal treats to share with friends and family. Proceeds benefit the Pacific Assistance Dogs Society.

For more information about any of these programs, visit www.library. coquitlam.bc.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.

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• Celebrate the Season: Join your friends and neighbours on Dec. 17 for a fun night of stories, carols and refreshments in the Inlet Theatre and city hall galleria from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Donations for local food banks will be accepted. Be green and bring your own mug for

hot chocolate. No registration required. • Calendar: PMPL’s winter 2014 event and program calendar is now available. Check out what’s happening in 2014 and get a head start on planning activities. You can pick up a calendar at the library or look online in the Programs and Events section at library.portmoody.ca. • Got a Question? Just Ask: Do you need help getting started on a homework assignment, are you looking for information on a particular topic or are you just curious about

something? Try“Just Ask” to chat live online with a librarian and get an answer; the service is available Monday to Thursday (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.) and Friday (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Get started by clicking on the“Ask a Librarian”link at library.portmoody.ca. For more information, visit library.portmoody. ca or call 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.

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Teens can volunteer as a reading buddy to a child in kindergarten to Grade 3 and help them improve their reading skills. This is also a great opportunity to gain volunteer hours for your community work experience requirement and will look awesome on your resume. Teens in Grades 8 to 12 may pick up an application at the Fox information desk. Teens and little buddies will be reading together Mondays, Jan. 13 to Feb. 24, 3:45 to 4:30 p.m.; registration is ongoing. • Money Workshop for

Teens: It’s never too soon to start thinking about how you will fund your dreams, whether you’re thinking of university, travel or a fancy new car, your dreams usually need money. Join local money expert Brian Hosier from BA Marketing to learn how to make it happen on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.fvrl.bc.ca or the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page. Terry Fox Library is located 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. Phone 604-9277999.

Apply for a PoCo Foundation grants You Are Invited to Join These Local Churches The two-year-old Port Coquitlam Community Foundation is accepting pre-screening applications for its first annual grant cycle. Applications are encouraged, but not restricted to: projects in the areas of the arts, culture and heritage; assistance to the homeless; the environment and community safety; sports, fitness and recreation. The deadline for applications is midnight, Jan. 15, 2014 and prescreening application,

procedure and process details are available at pocofoundation.com. The PoCo Community Foundation was founded to assist in the creation of lasting legacies for the community supported by the contributions of individuals and organizations as well as the city. The foundation raises, manages and distributes funds for initiatives and programs that benefit PoCo residents. Its most recent success story is the creation of the PoCo Minor Lacrosse Bursary Fund,

which provides bursaries to exceptional lacrosse players to assist them in furthering their education. All interested parties are encouraged to submit a pre-screening application for consideration. If you have questions, email John Diack, chair of the granting committee, at john@ pocofoundation.com. For general information about the foundation, email Ron Csermak, chair of the marketing committee, at ron@pocofoundation.com.

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January 2014 Events Salon Speaker Series: Ivan Sayers

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 7:30PM Imagine Audrey Hepburn in Hubert de Givenchy’s famous little black dress and you’ll get a sense of what to expect as fashion historian Ivan Sayers takes you back to post-World War II Haute Couture. Using visuals and garments from his extensive collection, Ivan will explore the aesthetic and rules of fashion designed by the likes of Chanel and Dior and relate fashion and style to the politics and economics of the era.

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 A Celebration of Robbie Burns Dinner & Concert SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 7:30PM Join fiddler Rosie Carver and Celtic band Blackthorn with special guest piper Vincent Coulombe for this special celebration of Scotland’s national bard. From lively jigs and reels to heart-wrenching airs and ballads, Blackthorn’s renditions of Scottish melodies, with a focus on Burns’ songs, bring this music to life in a new way, amply flavoured with humour and above all else, fun! Come for the concert at 7:30pm or come early at 6pm and enjoy a Scottish dinner with all the trimmings — yes, including haggis — and stay on for the concert.

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TRI-CITY SPOTLIGHT: Artists, student writer helps young people reach their potential ESSAY WINS

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Port Moody author S.S. Segran, 17, launched her sci-fi adventure novel — as well as a nonprofit group — last month at the Old Mill Boathouse. The Heritage Woods secondary student unveiled Aegis Rising, which tells the story of five teens involved in a life-altering journey in northern Canada, and the Aegis League to help young people explore their potential. The Nov. 16 event was attended Marily Moseley, the honourary consul for Barbados, and Wilma Bennett-King, the honourary consul for Jamaica, as well as “Colonel R.C. Moody” and his wife Mary Moody (aka David Spence and Donna Otto). Aegis Rising is currently available on Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble and other major online bookstores.

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Port Moody artist Joyelle Brandt saw her work — along with Nathania Vishnevsky and Leesa Hanna’s art — auctioned off recently to raise money for a bursary. Carolyn Harrison (also pictured) was an auction winner. The $150 bursary will be offered to a young artist in financial need via the Port Moody Arts Centre.

Be Aware and Get Prepared Winter has begun and the City of Coquitlam wants to take this opportunity to remind you that during stormy weather initial priorities are to maintain accessibility for emergency and transit vehicles on collector, arterial and emergency and bus routes that connect major sections of our community.

Tips for Coquitlam Residents G It is your responsibility to clear your sidewalk in front of your house within 10 hours of the cessation of any snowfall or ice storm. Snow that gets redeposited by any means must be recleared. G Try not to drive unless you absolutely have to and only if you have good snow tires. G Do not park on the road or in the lane following a snowfall. Parked vehicles impede snow plows. G Locate and clean catch basin grates in the roadway in front of your house. This helps prevent flooding of your property. G If you have a fire hydrant in front of your home, please clear the snow around it. This will enable the fire department to locate the hydrant in case of an emergency. Visit coquitlam.ca/winterwise for more details including weather forecasts, updates on snow removal activities, school closure notices and garbage pickup schedules.

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Three Port Moody secondary students wrote their way to prizes in an essay contest recently. Emmanuel Tse, 17, clinched first place — and $300 — in the annual competition sponsored by the Association of BC Forest Professionals while Celestina Tanase, 15, and Simrin Purhar, 17, were named runnersup and won $150 each, a spokesperson said. The contest was held during National Forest Week and asked scribes aged 13 to 18 to write about what the forest means to them, their communities or the province of B.C. Please send Spotlight press releases and photos to jwarren@tricitynews.com.

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Port Coquitlam firefighters put the city on the map during Movember by raising the fourth highest amount in the country for the Great Canadian Fire Department Challenge. Spokesperson Ryan

Masi said the accomplishment is huge“for a small department of only 70 members. “I feel this is incredible to share the top spots with other departments ten or more times our size,”he told The Tri-City News last week.

Masi, along with Kirk Paterson and Adam Myles, collected most of their $12,742 at the Nov. 15 Movember Hockey Tournament at Planet Ice in Coquitlam.The campaign helps men’s health issues including prostate cancer.

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Deadline to design a kids’ card is Dec. 31 Coquitlam Public Library’s Design-aCard contest deadline has been extended to Dec. 31. The library wants artists aged 12 years old and younger to create a new design for its children’s library cards. The theme of the design should be: “What the library means to me.” The young artist who creates the winning design will receive $100 and his/her creation will adorn the front of CPL’s new children’s library card. The second-place winner will receive $50 and third place $25. Your design must be drawn on the library’s Design-a-Card

Template and stapled to a completed entry form, which are available at the information desks at both library branches, or on the library’s website, library.coquitlam.bc.ca. Large, bold graphics will work best since the design will be shrunk to fit on the library card. Small details and thick lines will disappear or shrink into shapeless blobs. In addition, do not write text, including the library’s name, on your design. Try reducing your design on a photocopier to see what it will look like. To ensure that the contest is completely fair, only write your name on your entry

form and not on the Design-a-Card Template. Entries may be submitted to the Poirier or City Centre branches, or by mail. Faxed or emailed entries will not be accepted. Mail entries to: Coquitlam P u b l i c L i b r a r y, 575 Poirier Street, Coquitlam, B.C. V3J 6A9. Designs must be submitted no later than 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31. The winning card design will be unveiled in the new year. Full contest rules are included with the entry form. For more information, phone the children’s department at 604-937-4142.

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Coq. winter kids’ camps Coquitlam Parks, Recreation and Culture is offering daily camps over the holiday break at Poirier community centre for kids ages three to 14 years. Camps run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 23, 27, 30 and 31 as well as Jan. 2 and 3. • Youth on the Go, for 11- to 14-year-olds, is all about adventure, fun and friends; it includes games, crafts and more. • Kids on the Go, for seven– to 10-year-olds, is full of games, activities, sports, crafts and more; kids should pack a lunch, two snacks, warm clothes and runners. Day camps include a trip to the swimming pool. Poirier Community Centre is located at 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. For camp details and registration information, visit coquitlam.ca/stayandplay to view the Stay & Play Holiday Guide.

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Douglas squirrels, slighter smaller than gray squirrels, were once the only type of squirrel commonly found in local neighbourhoods. Other birds have undergone precipitous population declines. Swallows were once common in local neighbourhoods. Tree swallows nested in our neighbour’s yard while barn swallows were regularly observed sweeping low over lawns to catch insects on the wing. Sadly, barn swallows are now a species at risk and other members of the swallow family are also far less abundant. Exactly why remains a mystery but, given that swallows rely on insects for food, this suggests the use of pesticides could be part of the problem. It’s shocking a bird once so common is vanishing so quickly from our skies without even the reasons for their decline being identified. In contrast, the barred owl has become much more common in the past quarter-century. Once restricted to eastern North America, this owl has been slowly expanding its range in B.C. With its“who-cooksfor-you”call, it is often a welcome resident in local forests. It is also quite fond of eating rats, so its expanding population has brought some unanticipated benefits with regard to rat control. But the barred owl is aggressive and, as a consequence, the smaller western screech owl has virtually disappeared in the last decade or so. In old growth wilderness areas, barred owls are, sadly, having similar impacts on the few remaining spotted owls in southwestern B.C. Not too long ago, there was little awareness of how much our natural environment had been altered by the spread of invasive non-native plants. Indeed, even the

concept that some plants in natural areas were not native was not of interest to anyone but a few botanists and naturalists. With the formation of the Invasive Plant Species Council of BC and progressive programs in some municipalities, more people are getting involved in helping to remove invasive plant species. In the past five or so years, several volunteer groups have formed to remove invasive plants from natural areas in parks; for example, the Friends of DeBoville Slough in Coquitlam have undertaken a very successful program to control invasive knotweed without the use of pesticides. Other volunteers elsewhere are having a huge impact on some landscapes. While there is still much to done, I am beginning to think we are finally seeing some progress. All of this makes me wonder what are our parks will look like in 25 years when the Port Moody time capsule is opened. Will barn swallows still be swooping over the inlet? Will a few secretive deer still be residing in the forested hillsides? Will red-legged frogs still be breeding in Bert Flinn Park? Will our parks be free of ivy and lamium? Without a doubt, there will also be some unanticipated changes beyond anyone’s ability to predict. Time will tell.

Elaine Golds is a Port Moody environmentalist who is vice-president of Burke Mountain Naturalists, chair of the Colony Farm Park Association and past president of the PoMo Ecological Society.

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e t a r THE GOLDEN YEARS b e Cel

Seniors, you can fight fraud – and protect your finances Fraud is a crime. It has many forms, and can happen to anyone. From romance scams to free vacation ploys and too-good-to-be-true investment opportunities, the common thread is that fraud involves deception and stealing something of value from someone else. It is estimated that fraud costs Canadians more than $10 billion every year, according to the RCMP — that’s more than $27 million a day. Financial fraudsters target senior Canadians for many reasons. Seniors are more likely to have excellent credit, making them attractive victims; they tend to be trusting and generous, attributes the bad guys take advantage of; they may have a harder time understanding and using newer technology, making them vulnerable online; and they may struggle with memory and providing detailed descriptions if they are defrauded. Further, because of shame or embarrassment, seniors are not likely to speak up when fraud happens to them. In a press release, the Canada Safety Council encouraged seniors, their trusted family members and caretakers to talk about preventing financial fraud and what to do if it happens to them. It

contact your financial institution right away. • If you receive paper statements, file them away safely or shred them. Go through your financial paperwork periodically and shred what you no longer need. Do not throw financial information directly into the garbage — shred it first. • Donate only to reputable charities that you know and trust; do not donate money to an unknown charity. If you want to donate to specific charities, directly contact them to safely make a donation. • If you think a deal sounds too good to be true, it is. Walk away. • Never rush into a purchase because a salesperson is pressuring you. Take some time to think about the purchase. Be especially wary of apparent door-to-door repair or salespeople, for example, who appear friendly but insist on entering your home or pressuring you to make a purchase. Tell them you need several days to think about it, or choose not to open your door.

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Seniors must work with a trusted family member to protect identities and finances, warns the Canada Safety Council. is pertinent that seniors protect their identity, privacy and information to minimize the risk of having their financial resources stolen or their credit history and reputation compromised.

Prevention

• Keep your personal financial information safe. Never provide your bank account or credit card numbers over the phone or internet, or by email. Do not share your personal identification numbers (PINs) or online banking passwords with anyone — not even family members or close friends. Do not give out your social insurance number by email, over the phone or online, or when making a purchase. • Shield the keypad with your free hand when entering your credit or debit card PIN

into an ATM keypad or when making a purchase. • If you shop online, deal with reputable retailers and use one credit card to pay for your purchases. This will make it easier to track your transactions and spot suspicious activity. Change this credit card every year. • Do not use free Wi-Fi internet at coffee shops, for example, to shop or do your banking online. Make sure you are using a secure internet connection. • Review your credit card and debit statements regularly. If something doesn’t look right,

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Coquitlam’s Glen Pine Pavilion (1200 Glen Pine Crt.) hosts a holiday variety show tomorrow (Saturday), 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Glen Pine entertainers will perform lively songs, skits and dances; Santa will be in attendance and family, friends and grandchildren are encouraged to attend; light refreshments will be served. Admission is $5 per person.

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• When you are running errands, leave your extra credit and debit cards in a safe place at home; this will help protect you in case you lose your purse or wallet. • If you lose or misplace your debit or credit cards, contact your financial institutions as soon as possible.

IF IT HAPPENS

When Canadian seniors are defrauded, embarrassment and shame often prevent them from reporting the crime to authorities and to their families. In fact, nine of 10 Canadians who are victimized by fraud don’t speak to anyone about it, according to the RCMP. But unreported crime is likely to go unpunished, allowing fraudsters more opportunities to victimize even more people. As well, fraud victims are more likely to become repeat targets. Fraudsters can be hard to spot. They can be strangers, caretakers, business partners or even abusive family members who pile up debt using your name and credit. Financial fraud committed by people close to you is still fraud, and it should be reported to your financial institution and the police. It is important to recognize that fraud can happen to anyone, regardless of age, income or life experience. If fraud happens to you, break the silence and talk about it. Deal with the incident as soon as you can. Notify your financial institution immediately and call the police to make a report. Contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-4958501. Keep written records detailing the circumstances of the incident. Take steps to protect yourself from becoming a repeat target. Learn as much as you can about recognizing scams and safeguarding your information and finances. For more on fraud prevention and protecting your finances, visit the www.antifraudcentre.ca.

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e t a r THE GOLDEN YEARS b e Cel SENIORS CALENDAR The following items are taken from the Seniors listings in The Tri-City News’ Community Calendar. • Share is running a free seniors’ support group for people 60+ wanting to meet others and talk about things important to them. No group experience, no problem. Info and registration: Rhea, 604937-6964. • Dogwood Songsters meet every Monday, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Dogwood Pavilion; group also visits and entertains at seniors’ facilities weekly. If you love to sing, you can join. Info: 778-285-4873 or 604464-2252. • Silver Chord Choir, for those over 50, meets Mondays, 3-5 p.m., Wilson Centre, PoCo; if you love to sing and have fun, you can join – no auditions. The choir, which has been going for 43 years, sings twice a month at seniors’ residences in the Tri-Cities and at other events. Info: Teresa, 604-9425144 or Ann, 604-4645580. • Seniors meet every Friday, 12:30-2:30

p.m., to do fun group activities including physical fitness exercises, games, storytelling, local tours and recipe sharing. All women and men 50 or older are welcome at Share Family and Community Services’ Mountain View Family Resource Centre, 699 Robinson St., Coquitlam (corner of Smith Avenue and Robinson Street). Info: Gina, 604-937-6970. • Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to seniors’ concerns. Seniors’ organizations and others interested in joining, call Ernie, 604-576-9734, or email tsn@shaw.ca. • Alzheimer Society of BC has two active support groups in the Tri-Cities. One meets on the second Wednesday of each month, the other meets on the last Wednesday of each month. People who are interested in participating in a caregiver support group should call Dorothy Leclair at 604-298-0780. • Glen Pine 50Plus group plays bridge Mondays, 12:45-3:30

p.m., Tuesdays, 9:3011:45 a.m. at Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-9276940. • Caregiver support group meets second and fourth Friday of each month, Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: 604933-6098. • Monthly seniors luncheon with Jewish entertainment, Burquest Jewish Community Centre, 2680 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Coquitlam. Info: 604-552-7221 or info@ burquest.org. • ABCs of Fraud, a consumer fraud prevention program for seniors, by seniors, gives free one-hour presentations to seniors groups of 10 or more. Info: 604-4371940 or ceas@telus.net. • Honeycombs, a group of people over 50 who entertain with song, dance and skits, meets Thursdays, 1 p.m., at Wilson Centre, PoCo. Performers plus prop, sound and stage hands needed. Info or show bookings: Frances, 604-941-1745.

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RenoMe! with FortisBC contest names grand prize winner By Kerry Vital

One Vancouver Island homeowner has a lot to celebrate this holiday season after winning the RenoMe! with FortisBC contest. Melissa Tolsma of Nanaimo won the $10,000 prize for her outdoor space, which she can now put towards the renovation.

“I was leafing through the local paper one day and the ‘RenoMe! with FortisBC’ ad seemed to jump out at me off the page,” Tolsma says. “I couldn’t ignore it. I’m not usually a contest enterer, but I just had this weird feeling ‘you can win this contest’.” Over 7,000 votes were cast, and Tolsma is very excited.

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would normally have to retreat indoors.” As part of the contest, Tolsma received a rendering of what her space could look like from Sarah Gallop of Sarah Gallop Design Inc. Gallop included a hot tub heated by natural gas and an outdoor natural gas fire pit in her design, as well as space for entertaining outside. The design also features several levels to define the different spaces in the yard. “The space looked disconnected before,” Gallop says. “This gives (Tolsma) different zones in the yard while still being connected.” Gallop notes that many clients are now asking for natural gas

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SATURDAY, DEC. 14 • Holiday variety show, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam. Glen Pine entertainers cheer perform lively songs, skits and dances; Santa will be in attendance and family, friends and grandchildren are encouraged to attend; light refreshments will be served. Admission: $5.

THURSDAY, DEC. 19 • Northeast Coquitlam Ratepayers Association monthly meeting, 7 p.m., Victoria Hall, 3435 Victoria Dr., Coquitlam; all Burke Mountain residents are invited. Info: 604-941-2260 or 604-942-9725.

SUNDAY, DEC. 22 • RCCG Trinity Chapel food bank, 2:30-4 p.m., 1932 Cameron Ave., PoCo. Donations of dry or canned food items are welcome. Info: 604-474-3131 or www.rccgtrinitychapel.com.

THURSDAY, JAN. 9 • Blood donor clinic, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Port Moody city hall; city staff have all set up appointments to donate blood but there are empty spots that we need filled. To register for a time slot, call 1-888-2DONATE.

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• Tri-Cities Seniors Planning Network meets, 1-3 p.m.,Volunteer Connections office, 25 King Edward St., Coquitlam. Topic: transportation for seniors in the Tri-Cities. Info: Judy, 604-939-7803. parents or caregivers of children up to 10 years. Cost: $5 for the workbook. Info: www.cachurch.ca/ alphaparenting.

FRIDAY, JAN. 17 • Tri-City Singles Social Club meets, 7:30 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 2513 Clarke St., Port Moody. Club is for single men and women 50-plus to meet new friends and enjoy activities such as dancing, theatre, concerts, dining, movies, day trips and travel. Membership is $25 per year, new members are welcome. Info: Darline, 604-466-0017.

CLUBS • Coquitlam Gogos (Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation) meet third Wednesday of each month, 1 p.m., Parkwood Manor, 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam. Info: Pam, 604469-0265. • Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise meets Tuesdays, 7:15 a.m., City Centre Aquatic Complex, 1210 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: 604-4647706. • PoMo Men’s 55-plus

Curling League is looking for players who would like to curl regularly or as a spare; league runs Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: Tony, 604-461-5901 or Bill, 604-464-1051. • Tri-City Singles Social Club offers an opportunity for 50+ singles to get together and enjoy a variety of fun activities such as dining, dancing, theatre, travel, bowling and more. Meetings are normally held on the third Friday of each month at the Royal Canadian Legion, 2513 Clarke St., Port Moody. New members are welcome; membership is $25 per year. Info: Darline, 604-466-0017 or Louise, 604-941-8897, or tricityclub@gmail.com. • Tri-City Photography Club meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month (except holidays) at 7:30 p.m. at Port Moody secondary school, 300 Albert St., PoMo. The club is a great way to hone your skills and meet other photographers of all levels, and has photography outings throughout the Lower Mainland. Info: www.tricityphoto.ca. • Coquitlam Lawn Bowling Club is looking for new members. The bowling green and clubhouse are next door to Dogwood

Pavilion and rose garden, located at 624 Poirier St. Membership is $90 per year and includes use of practice bowls, exercise, clean air, sunshine and friendship. Info: Dennis or Flo, 604-945-2768. • Como Lake Quilters meet weekly. Info: Gay, 604250-7756 or Jo-Ann, 604939-4869. • Coquitlam Needlearts Guild meets first and third Tuesdays of each month, noon-3 p.m. plus second and fourth Mondays, 7-9:45 p.m., Howe Room, Poirier community centre (club doesn’t meet in July and August). Members do needlework, embroidery, needlepoint, cross-stitch, knitting, crochet and much more; new members and all skill levels welcome. Info: Maureen, 604-942-5457. • Circle of Friends is a social group for 50+ fun singles who are looking to meet new friends and participate in social events. Group meets to plan events at 7 p.m. on the third Friday of each month at the PoCo Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St. Info: Nina, 604-941-9032. • Tri-City Speakers Toastmasters Club meets Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m., Douglas College, David Lam Campus, main building, Room B2050, 1250 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam; you can drop in for an evening to experience the effective communications and honing of leadership skills in a friendly environment. Info: tricityspeakers.toastmastersclubs.org or Sean, 778-995-5230.

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Y The TriCiTies ou may have already discovered this reality: when it comes to gardening gifts, passionate gardeners are very particular, so here are some suggestions that you might find helpful. There are so many great gardening books available today. It is well worth a browse in the gardening section of your favourite book store. Gardeners love quality books with great information and lots of coloured photographs. The Sunset Western Garden Book is probably one of the most useful.You might also consider a gift subscription to one of our excellent BC gardening magazines, like Gardens West. At the high end of gardening gifts, a greenhouse is a present to be enjoyed for many years. My advice is to buy the best quality which usually means aluminium and glass construction. Greenhouses are a great way to extend the growing season and a useful place for winter storage of less hardy plants and bulbs. The latest trend in Europe is a conservatory added to the home. It’s a wonderful way to bring the outside inside and makes an awesome living space. A less expensive alternative is a windowsill greenhouse, which, by the way, makes a perfect spot to grow almost anything. If your gardener has a greenhouse, acces-

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Port Coquitlam’s Kordel Azcona tries to deflect a shot on Port Moody goalie Terrance Paiement in bantam league play on Sunday. The Port Moody Panthers C1 team mounted a comeback to beat the PoCo Pirates C4 4-3.

Skaters up to the Challenge By Dan Ebenal The Tri-CiTy News

Coquitlam’s Brianna Delmaestro turned in a top-four performance at last weekend’s Skate Canada Challenge in Regina. But as a cheering section, she showed she’s second to none. Delmaestro and partner Timothy Lum of Burnaby finished fourth in junior dance, earning them a trip to the Canadian championships next month in Ottawa. “We had a pretty good short dance but our free dance wasn’t the best. There were a couple of stumbles and we didn’t get all of our levels,” said the 18-year-old. She said skaters must fit two patterns of a certain dance into the short program while the free program allows the skaters to choose the elements and type of music. “It’s kind of like whatever you want to do,” said Delmaestro, adding she doesn’t really have a preference between the two. “It kind of changes depending on the day.” She and Lum will now hit the ice to train for the 2014 Canadian Figure Skating Championships Jan. 9-15 in Ottawa. “We definitely want to have two strong programs and hopefully

The skills Lars Hansen honed on the court at Centennial secondary produced a career that spanned the globe and will now land him in B.C.’s most hallowed sports shrine. Hansen, a former star with the Centennial Centaurs basketball team, will be among those who will be inducted into the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame at a Sept. 25 ceremony at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Hansen, 59, who was born in Copenhagen, Denmark but grew up in Coquitlam, is remembered as one of the best post players to suit up with Canada’s national team. The 6’10” centre was a key member of Canada’s national men’s team from 1972-77, helping Canada to a fourth place finish at the 1976 Olympics in Montreal. Playing his college ball with the University of Washington Huskies, Hansen was originally drafted by the Chicago Bulls in 1976. Hansen

Panthers looking to turn season around By Dan Ebenal The Tri-CiTy News

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Brianna Delmaestro (at left with partner Timothy Lum), Benjam Papp and Larissa Horobec represented the Tri-Cities at Skate Canada Challenge in Regina, Sask. we’ll get higher scores than at this last competition,”said Delmaestro. One person who will definitely be cheering her on is Benjam Papp. The 14-year-old placed seventh in pre-novice men at the Challenge. Papp thought he might be on thin ice following a disastrous warmup for his long program. “I didn’t land any double axels. I think we tried seven and I just bombed all of them,” recalled Papp. “But then right when I went to skate I heard Tim Lum and Brianna Delmaestro screaming for me, that gave me a

little extra courage and energy to help me have a great program.” There is no pre-novice men competition at the nationals so Papp will have to be content with the provincial title he won at sectionals last month in Richmond. “In sectionals I didn’t do well in long but did a really awesome short. Now it was the opposite: I didn’t do a really good short but I did an awesome long. I landed everything in my long, all the spins counted and everything.” Larissa Horobec placed 27th among senior ladies at the Skate

Canada Challenge. Battling a painful hip injury, just making it through her routine was a major achievement for the 16-year-old. “It was disappointing that this was not one of my best performances,” said Horobec. “Having a hip injury was frustrating because it really held me back, especially in my training prior to this competition.” But despite being unhappy with her performance, Horobec said it was a great experience to compete at her third Challenge. “It is so exhilarating to be out there with

the best in Canada,” said Horobec, who will be looking forward to watching the top two Canadians at next year’s Olympics in Sochi. Horobec plans to use the next several weeks to fully recover from the injury which they believe is due to overuse. “I plan to get an MRI this month to make sure that it is not a stress fracture that I’m dealing with,”see said. Horobec had finished fourth in senior women at the sectionals where she also won the Edward S. Barton Memorial Musicality Award. sports@tricitynews.com

eventually made his NBA debut with the Seattle SuperSonics in 1979, becoming the first Canadian to ever be on an NBA championship roster when the Sonics defeated the Washington Bullets in five games. Hansen went on to play professionally in Italy and Spain, winning the scoring title and being named player of the year in the FIBA First Division Spanish League. Hansen will be part of the 2014 crop of inductees that also includes four-time Stanley Cup winner and Olympic gold medalist Scott Niedermayer, freestyle skiers Greg Athans and Sarah Burke, and Joanne Sargent, a key member of the Canadian women’s basketball team. Inductees in the nonathlete categories will include Hockey Canada president Bob Nicholson, Dr. Jack Taunton, Robert Powell, Paul Carson, Erwin Swangard and the 1978 Doc’s Blues women’s softball team.

The losses are beginning to mount but the Port Moody Panthers see a second-half surge as the key to unlocking the door to the post-season. The first half of the year has been a struggle for the Panthers who dropped a pair of weekend games, 6-1 to the North Vancouver Wolf Pack and 5-0 with the Ridge Meadows Flames. Sammy Zeinab had the lone Panthers marker on the weekend. “Definitely we’ve had problems scoring,” said Jamie Jackson, the Panthers head coach and GM. Port Moody entered the weekend riding a modest three-game unbeaten streak. “I felt that we played three pretty solid games and I think we took our foot off the gas pedal,” said Jackson, who expected some growing pains with the Pacific Junior Hockey League’s youngest roster. “They definitely have to learn that we’re a young team and we don’t have the ability to win games at 80% and I

think they learned that.” The Panthers faced the Richmond Sockeyes Thursday night and will host the Aldergrove Kodiaks Saturday at 7:45 p.m. in the Port Moody rec complex. The Panthers play twice more next week before going on a two-week break into the new year. Jackson said the break will bring a needed rest for the midget-aged players who aren’t used to the grind of four practices a week and a 44-game schedule. “I’m looking forward to taking a break and letting them recharge their batteries,” he said. “If we can come back after the break with some energy and some focus I think we can go on a run.” And despite just six wins over the first 28 games of the season, the Panthers currently sit just one point behind the Mission City Outlaws for the fourth and final playoff position. “January schedule is very favorable for us. If we want to make the playoffs we have to do well in January. It’s set up for us,” said Jackson. sports@tricitynews.com

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Team BC draws blanks The Team BC football program ran into some stiff competition south of the border. Three Tri-Cities players were among the Team BC Grade 6, Grade 7 and Grade 8 teams that headed to Sammamish, Wash. on the weekend to play in a tournament to qualify for the FBU national championship set for the Alamodome in San Antonio, Tex. as part of the U.S. Army AllAmerican Bowl Week in early January 2014.

“They were a lot bigger than us and those big boys were fast,” said Stacy Kashino, one of the Team BC parents. The Team BC Grade 7 team qualified for the regional championship with a 20-12 win over Puget Sound on Saturday. Seattle b l a n k e d Te a m B C 68-0 in Sunday’s final. C o q u i t l a m ’ s Ja d e n Severy played running back and linebacker with Team BC while Alex Figner lined up at

defensive end. Coquitlam’s Cole Kashino played for the Team BC Grade 6 team that advanced to the final with a 38-7 win over Eastern Washington/Northern Idaho. Oregon handled the Team BC 52-0 in Sunday’s regional championship. The Grade 8 team opened with a 47-13 loss to Eastern Washington/ Northern Idaho before falling to Oregon 39-20 in the consolation game.

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Amy Cave of Port Coquitlam, left, competes in the Division 5, 1,000-metre race during the Jingle Bell Cup, the Fraser Valley Qualifier for the BC Winter Games held earlier this month at Planet Ice in Maple Ridge.

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GIESBRECHT’S TREE FARM Large selection of fresh cut Nobles, Frasers, Grands & Douglas Fir 3ft - 10ft

BC Cancer Foundation Legacies accepted 604.930.4078 or visit: bccancerfoundation.com

KOEMSTED, Pearl Elizabeth (nee Crowe) was born on January 26, 1930 and left us suddenly on December 9, 2013. Our beloved Pearl is survived by her partner, Al Swaine, sisters Marg Graham and Doe Crowe, and children Ted (Anne), Wendy (Al) Gillespie, Ken (Janice) and stepchildren Lynne Roming and Dave (Marie) Hoeft, 14 grandchildren and 12 greatgrandchildren. Pre-deceased by brother Bill Crowe (Penny) and grandson Paul. Pearl was a long time resident of Port Coquitlam where she owned Family Ceramics and will be remembered for teaching many classes at Wilson Centre. She moved to Chase where she spent 22 years being involved with countless clubs and groups. Pearl recently returned to Maple Ridge to be close to her family. A Celebration of her Life will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2013 at Victoria Hall (”Dogpatch” 3435 Victoria Drive) in Port Coquitlam. Service at 2pm with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to your local Royal Canadian Legion Branch would honour her memory.

‘Meatdraw’ Mike passed away in his sleep on November 23. Mike liked meat draws, women and cheap beer but he loved rocks and minerals. The Port Moody Rock & Gem Club helped hone his lapidary skills. He would be happy if his friends and acquaintances from the Frog, Poco Legion & Treehouse would also join the celebration for Mike after the 5pm meat draw Sunday December 15th at the Arms Pub 3261 Coast Meridian Road.

PRE-SCHOOLS

GLENAYRE

Montessori Centre

5871-248th St. Langley

We offer the following programs: • F/T day care (7am - 6 pm) • Before and after Kindercare servicing Glenayre Elementary (limited spaces) • AM Preschool programme (limited spaces) • Music programme For more information on our programmes please visit us at www.glenayremontessori.com

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SUNNY GATE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Preschool & Full Day Care

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www.giesbrechtstreefarm.com and on facebook

Now accepting registration for September 2014

We are conveniently located on the school grounds of GLENAYRE ELEMENTARY

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

NEW HOURS Nov 30-Dec 5, 9:00am-5:00pm Dec 6 - 15, 9:00am-7:00pm Dec 16 onward 9:00am-5:00pm

✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶ Recipient of the Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Early Childhood Education. ✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶ We Offer: • AM & PM Montessori Preschool • Extended Day Care Program from 7:30a.m. - 5:30p.m. • Music & Drama

Now accepting registration for 2014 School Year Inside Lord Baden Powell School 450 Joyce St. Coquitlam (Across from the Vancouver Golf Course off Austin)

To register, please call us at 604-931-1549 or visit us at: www.sunnygatemontessori.com

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

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• Annual Starting Revenue of $12,000 - $120,000 • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Professional Training Provided • Financing Available • Ongoing Support • Low Down Payment required A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Ofﬁce Cleaning. Coverall of BC 604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com

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TRACK INSPECTOR (ASSISTANT ROADMASTER) REVELSTOKE, B.C. Safety conscious, interested in seeing Canada in a way most people never get to, and willing to work hard? Canadian Pacific wants to see your resume. This iconic Canadian company is looking for the right people to roll up their sleeves and help us make history. CP assistant roadmasters help keep the railway running by ensuring train operations have reliable infrastructure to operate on. As an assistant roadmaster, you’ll inspect track, supervise staff, plan, and oversee work projects.

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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HELP WANTED

ADULT CARRIER

If you are safety conscious, like the idea of living in the mountains, and willing to work hard, Canadian Pacific wants to see your resume. This iconic Canadian company is looking for the right people to roll up their sleeves and help us make history. CP pipefitters help keep things flowing by inspecting and maintaining drainage systems and other elements of our facilities and machines such as switch heaters and water separators.

With reliable car required to deliver The TriCity News door-to-door to households in the Tri-City area Wednesday & Friday.

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package.

Call 604-472-3040 Experienced parts person required immediately for James Western Star in Williams Lake. Full time, competitive wages, benefits and signing bonus. Fax resume to 250-398-6367 or email: nwejr@jamesws.com

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889

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HELP WANTED

BUSY CONSTRUCTION Co. in Trail, B.C. is searching for an experienced Accounting clerk/ bookkeeper. Candidate is expected to be a self-starter and to be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of Conac Pivot System is an asset and the ability to take on multiple roles is looked at positively. Main responsibilities include: Accounts Payable - invoice transactions for goods received and prepare cheques when due; Payroll - collect payroll data daily and convert into daily tracking sheets, submittals and weekly payroll run. Please send resume to: johnwkm@shawcable.com or call (250)364-1541 for further details. NEWSPAPER CARRIERS req’d between 2am and 5:30am. Must have reliable vehicle. Great parttime income. Call 604-313-2709

Only those of interest will be contacted. Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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- Qualified journeymen or pipefitters;

- And capable of handling physical challenges.

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If this sounds like a fit for you, visit cpr.ca for further details. Competition closes Friday, December 20th. Other opportunities include Project Engineer and Carpenter.

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Sales Specialist Digital Products Black Press has an immediate opening for a digital sales specialist to monetize several highly successful online advertising platforms including LocalWork.ca. Main Duties: t Contact prospective customers as directed by the Manager for a range of Black Press Digital advertising opportunities. Primary contact will be via telephone & e-mail. t Maintain contact and call volumes through a CRM system. t Creativity is an asset. Qualifications: t The successful candidate will possess exceptional telephone marketing skills and will enjoy working in fast paced environment and have at least 2 years of direct selling experience. t This is a full time position based in Langley, BC. Black Press Offers Competitive Compensation, Benefits & Opportunities For Career Development. t Apply with resume to: Kristy O’Connor, Digital Sales Manager: koconnor@bpdigital.ca

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT Day & Evening Classes Available Our HCA program is for students with strong wills and warm hearts. Learn how to work with a te team of health care professionals to identify and address the unique needs of each START IN uniq unique client. DECEMBER & WE’LL WAIVE Car Career Opportunities: YOUR Com Community Health Worker O Care Aide REGISTRATION Hom Home Support O Acute & Complex Care FEE* *conditions apply

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Become a PLEA Family Caregiver. PLEA provides ongoing training and support. A young person is waiting for an open door...make it yours. y caregiving@plea.bc.ca 604.708.2628 w w w. p l e a . c a

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HELP WANTED Carriers Needed

The following routes are now available to deliver the News in the TriCity area 6194 4-41 Hickory Dr. 45 Fernway Dr. 47-167 Fernway Dr. 8224 430 Decaire St 445 Schoolhouse St 1324-1423 Charland Ave 1500-1551 Dansey Ave

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 131

8630 810-1013 Saddle St 820-962 Ranch Park Way 1001-1011 Palmdale St 2820 Norman Ave 2950-2970 Admiral Crt 3065-3086 Butternut St 3108-3109 Starlight Way

PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

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9061 1793-1891 Aire Cres (odd) 2161 Lamprey Dr 1715-2191 Western Dr 8460 612-650 Clarke Rd 631-739 Como Lake Ave (odd) 801-832 Dogwood St 607-735 Lea Ave 630 Morrison Ave 9038 2281 Argue St 2287 Argue St 2381 Argue St 2387 Argue St 9236 2423 Avon Pl 2428 Nile Gate 9017 1221-1286 Gateway Pl 2309-2438 Kensington Cres 1215-1266 Kensington Pl 1217-1265 Knights Crt 2306-2378 Nottingham Pl Other routes not listed may be avail. Please call to enquire. If you live on or near one these routes and you are interested in delivering the papers please call Circulation @ 604-472-3042 and quote the route number.

GENERAL LABOURERS OIL & GAS INDUSTRY GUARANTEED Job Placement

Call 24Hr. Free Recorded Message 1-888-213-2854

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GARDENING

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

NO JOB TOO SMALL!

or Email: goldenagesupport@shaw.ca

Since 1985 604-808-0212

Renovations/Repairs/Building Emergency services available! S Bathrooms S Basements S Suites S Decks / Sheds S Plumbing S Flooring / Tiles S Electrical S Interior Designing

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

ABBA CLEANING SVS. Honest Professional Cleaning at Reas Price.Flat Rate.604-506-7576

. 4 U SPA

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Psychic Healer

Discover the power of Energy Readings by Angela

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Email resume to: subway_careers@shaw.ca

Specializing in *Palm, *Tarot Cards, *Crystal Ball Readings.

Reunites Loved Ones SPECIAL $20 All Readings

One visit will amaze you! CALL TODAY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW.

604-653-5928 Find the

Real Estate Section - Class 600’s

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

NO JOB TOO SMALL Serving Lower Mainland 25 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement EXCELLENT REF’S -WCB Insured

Leo: 604-657-2375 / 604-462-8620

WESTWOOD CONCRETE WE SERVICE ALL AREAS • Stamped Concrete • Forming • Patios, Pools & Decks • Removal / Repairs • Custom Design • Bobcat & Mini Excavator Free Estimates 604-813-6949

DESIGN

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

CDA - TEMPORARY

Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

Required for Wednesday’s, Thursday’s and alternate Friday’s & Saturday’s for holiday relief from Jan 2014 for a month.

threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

WANTED Head Falconer. Respon for working and mnging indus and commercial sites independently. Must have min 15yrs falconry exp, 6yrs exp working in bird mgmt $25/hr www.vancouverfalconry.com

Kristy 604.488.9161

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

PERSONAL SERVICES 171

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

ELECTRICAL

Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774 DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded. We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! *24 HOUR SERVICE* 30Yrs exp. Free est. 604-460-8867. 06951 Electrician Lic. Low cost. PANEL CHANGE. Big/small jobs. Residential/ Comm. 604-374-0062

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE PEDRO’S Contracting & Drainage. Landscaping, Water Lines & Cement work. Call 604-468-2919.

275

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin. Repairs, Staining. Free Est.. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-468-4117.

Central Creek Construction Refinish & Sand Hardwood Floors & New floors. 604-773-7811. WCB & BBB. centralcreek@gmail.com www.centralcreek.com

278 FURNITURE REFINISHING

LARIC FURNITURE REFINISHING Specialists in: - ANTIQUES, HOME & OFFICE FURNITURE - RESTORATION & REPAIRS

Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000 Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

101-1125 Nicola Avenue Port Coq. (behind COSTCO)

604-468-8889 candymassage.blogspot.com/

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APPLIANCE REPAIRS

Free Estimates, Pick-up & Delivery

Ph: 604-469-2331 281

POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Service to all Makes of Appliances & Refrigeration. Work Guaranteed

A+Spa 3640 Westwood St. 130

HELP WANTED

GARDENING Prompt Delivery Available

7 Days / Week

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd. MAJOR Appliance Repairs to All Makes JIM PUGH Owner/Technician 30 Years+ Experience

Ph: 604-941-3277

3755 Bracewell Court, Pt Coq.

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HELP WANTED

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

604-728-3009

info@jkbconstruction.com www.jkbconstruction.com

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

M.T. GUTTERS Professional Installation 5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Sofﬁt *CLEANING *REPAIRS 28 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Residential & Commercial “Award Winning Renovations” 32 Years of Experience

.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

Home Renovations and New Construction Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more * 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE* INSURED ~ WCB

Dean 604-834-3076

~ FULLY INSURED ~

Call Tim 604-612-5388 GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

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* Electrical * Plumbing * Heating * Painting * Carpentry * Tile Work * Laminate & Hardwood Flooring Exc. Rates, Senior Disc. Work guar. Since 1986. Ken 604-418-7168

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SALES

F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured

FREE ESTIMATES

• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries

HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 778-355-5840

Call Ian 604-724-6373

UNIQUE CONCRETE

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

. Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280 MIKE 604-961-1280

CONCRETE & PLACING

HERFORT CONCRETE

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Call: (604)327-6225

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Gary 604-690-7JNL (7565) “Family Owned & Operated in the Tri-Cities”

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SPIRITUAL

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RENO & REPAIR

Weekly, Bi-Monthly - Best Rates!

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AROUND GUARANTEED!

Call 604-862-3071

604-942-8688 • Labourers • Tradesmen • Class 1 Drivers

CLEANING SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Residential & Commercial

8517 1120-1219 Bartlett Ave 961-971 Bayview Square 1305-1308 Bayview Square 1209-1216 Crest Crt 920-1005 Gatensbury St 1309 Harbour Dr 981-1005 Lillian St 1124-1209 Luxton Square 1209-1216 Ridge Crt 1200-1216 Tilston Crt

8314 373-375 Clayton St 559-622 Edgar Ave 347-390 Guilby St 559-619 Lougheed Hwy (odd) 560-621 Shaw Ave

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BEST CLEANERS

8450 702-754 Blue Mountain St (even) 835-925 Cornell Ave 701-763 Hailey St 802-946 Smith Ave 705-707 Townley St

8154 2270-2498 Latimer Ave 2251-2498 Warrenton Ave

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MAIDS R’ US

Must have certificate and own transportation. May lead to permanent.

9168 1610-1692 Windermere Pl 1718-1840 Heather Ave (even) 1720-1863 Windermere Ave 1735-1863 Lincoln Ave (odd) 3706-3826 Wellington St 3708-3758 Oxford St (even)

9211 3220-3224 Cedar Dr (even) 3233-3537 Fremont St (odd) 3311-3569 Handley Cres 725-875 Prairie Ave (odd) 3301-3362 Rae St

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

CARE AIDE REQUIRED FOR HOLIDAY RELIEF

8456 603-631 Regan Ave 604-644 Como Lake Ave (even) 605-621 Langside Ave 609-633 Smith Ave (odd) 708-756 Dogwood St (even) 709-729 Breslay St 8504 801-836 Lonlac St 804-826 Gatensbury St 1189-121 Brisbane Ave 1205-1221 Lamerton Ave

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Advertising Sales Representative The Surrey Leader has an opening for an experienced Advertising Sales Representative. By joining the number one community newspaper serving Surrey/North Delta, you can realize your full potential while contributing to one of the fastest growing communities in Canada. The team environment at The Leader will inspire you to the highest level of customer partnership and reward your motivated approach to excellence. The ideal candidate will have experience, be a strong communicator, well organized, self motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. A car and a valid driver’s license is required. The Leader is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private independent newspaper company with more than 100 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Send your resume with cover letter by December 6th, 2013. Jim Mihaly publisher@surreyleader.com The Surrey Leader #200-5450 152nd Street, Surrey, BC V3S 5J9

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

KITCHEN & BATH RENOVATIONS Complete Bsmt finishing. Excellent job guaranteed. Joe (604)721-0069

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www.paintspecial.com

FREE! Scrap Metal Removal...FREE!!!

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

HOME REPAIRS

*Appliances *BBQs *Exercise Equip *Cars/Trucks/Trailers *Hotwater Tanks *Furnaces * Restaurant Equipment All FREE pickup!

Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

If I can’t do it It can’t be done

604-572-3733

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222

RUBBISH REMOVAL

www.tkhaulaway.com

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES • DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

mikes hauling 604-516-9237

Difﬁculty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

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100% Heating & Plumbing 24/7

$59.00 Per Ton

Meadows Landscape Supply

Certified, Insured & Bonded

604-465-1311

RELIABLE & AFFORDABLE

MOVING & STORAGE

Journeyman Call 604-345-0899

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

$45/Hr

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

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ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

DISPOSAL BINS By Recycle-it 6 - 50 Yard Bins Starting from $99.00 604.586.5865

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Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist Free Estimates * Fully Insured

Best done in Dec. or Jan. while dormant for optimal health!

• Tree Trimming • Christmas Lights Installation • Snow Removal

EAGLE ROOFING Tar & Gravel DAsphalt D Interlocking shingles DTorch-on Membrane D Laminated shingles

604-787-5915 www.treeworksonline.ca

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PETS 477

PETS

Blue Italian Mastiff & Matiff/Boxer X pups, ready for good homes, view parents, vet checked/1st shots, $500. Text to view (604)819-2697

Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca

Coquitlam Centre “Raphael Towers” 2 bdrm - $1250- $1275 1 bdrm & den- $965 *IN-SUITE W/D *GARBURATOR *ONSITE MANAGER *BEHIND COQ. CTR. MALL

Coquitlam:

Clean, quiet apt blk. Suites to rent. Sorry no pets.

Family owned & operated for 40 yrs.

3 Bedroom townhouse available immediately (heat and hot water included) with laundry hook up. Pet allowed. 3 Bedroom townhouse available now (heat and hot water included) with laundry hook up. Pet allowed.

Contact: Mihaela 604-600-4213

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

COMPLETE Roofing Ltd. Repairs & gutters, all roofs. WCB, BBB, Reas guaranteed. Sr Disc. 604-725-0106

PRO ✶ ACC PAINTING LTD ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

- Est. 1989 F WCB, Insured, Licensed F Free Estimates F Many References F All Types of Painting B.J. (Brad) Curtis B.A.

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

Ph: 604-942-4383

2 HUNGRY PAINTERS. Int/Ext, In the area 35 yrs. Power wash. Refs. WCB. Free Est. 604-467-2532

A name you can trust

STARBRUSH PAINTING Free estimates, Seniors Disc, high quality, low cost, WCB. (free baseboard painting)

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Call: (604)518-0974 Fisher Painting & Power Washing Call for your Xmas Paint Specials. 604-931-4399 or cell 778-839-0545

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

bradsjunkremoval.com

Hauling Anything.. But Dead Bodies!! 20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !

604.220.JUNK(5865) Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988

COQUITLAM

Welcome Home !

CHIHUAHUAS, tiny tea cups, ready to go now, 2 males. $650. Call 604794-7347

1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.

Chocolate Labradoodle Puppies non-shedding, multi generation. Ready soon! $995. 604-355-9881.

Call (604) 931-2670

PORT COQUITLAM: new 2 bdrm suite. Cls to schools, shops, buses. $950/m inc hydro. Cat ok. Avl. now. Smoking ok outside. 604-690-0564

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PORT COQUITLAM

S Incl heat/ht water, wndw cvrngs S Close to bus stop S Walk to shoping/medical/WCE S Across from park w/Mtn views S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

604-464-3550 PORT MOODY. Ideal Apartment. 1/bdrm. Avail Dec 1. Secure parking, storage. Res manager. No pets. 778-355-1808, 604-469-9100,

RENAISANCE ON SHAW 555 Shaw Avenue, Coquitlam Studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments very close to Lougheed mall and sky train station. Contact manager, Nova at: 604-618-7467 or email novashaw@shaw.ca

TOWNHOUSES

Available Immediately ~also apartments available~

Call 604-942-2012 NEWLY Renovated 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes. Unique floor plans, walk out basements, large balconies and ample storage space. 1190 Cecile Drive, Port Moody, BC leasing@rentmidwest.com 1(888) 313-6991 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

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LAB GERMAN Shepherd Rottie pup, male, 12 wks old, vet check, $495; Call 604-864-1004. NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

MAPLE RIDGE CENTRAL 2 Bdrm small Heritage house. Total new looks with brand new furnace with heat pump, air filtration & air cond, new wiring, plumbing, W/D, F/S window coverings, covered patio, fenced backyard w/playhouse & shed, gated. N/S, pet ok $1275. Ref’s a Must. 12219-227th St. Call: (604)467-4583

SUITES, LOWER

Coquitlam 1 brand new bdrm ste $900 incl granite counters. utils & security alarm, N/P. 604-788-1275.

Derek Manor 2048 Manning Ave. Port Coq ~ 604-941-5452 or 604-944-7889 FREE PREMIUM CABLE $80 Value

COQUITLAM bright spac 1 Bdrm + den. Laundry. N/S, no dogs. Jan 1st. $700/mo. Call (604)937-3534. COQUITLAM Central. Legal suite in brand new house: 1 Bdrm grnd lvl full bath, laundry, st.steel appli’s, garage pkng. Nr Como Lake, rec ctr & park. Avail Jan 1st, NS/NP. $950/mo incl utils. 778-867-4989.

TOY POODLE PUP 7 weeks old. Male, white with black markings $700. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

COQUITLAM, large 2 bdrm near all amens, lndry, big yard. $750 + 40% utils. Jan 1. NP/NS. (604)761-8307

TOY YORKI-POOH, 2mos old. Paper trained, shots and dewormed, 2 lbs. Mom & Dad - 5lbs ea. $700. 604-351-3347

COQUITLAM Mundy Prk 2bdr gr/lvl full bath, shared laundry. Dec 15th. N/S. $925 incl utils. 604-617-3599

YELLOW LAB PUPS. 1 female. Ready to go. Vet checked. $500. 604-852-6176 Abbotsford.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506

APPLIANCES

POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Rebuilt*Washer*Dryer*Fridge*Stove Up to 1 Yr Warranty. Trade-in Avail.

800 sf S Impeccably clean

CTRL Coq., spacious, bright ground flr 1 bdrm. Priv entry. N/S N/P. $850/mo incl. util. 604-939-7443

Heat SH/W S Prkg S Avail Jan 1.

2 bdrm / $925/mo. No pets ~ Ref’s req’d. PORT COQUITLAM 2 Bdrm, 2 bath 838 sq.ft. top floor, $1350/mo. Avail immed. Pet ok. Ph: 604-728-5063 PORT COQUITLAM; 2 Bdrm apt, $815/mo, quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-464-0034

Hockaday areaSpacious, bright ground level 2 bedroom suite. Walk-in closet in masterbedroom. Large fenced backyard. Minutes to Douglas College and Coquitlam Centre. No smoking, No pets. Available January 1st. $925/month + 1/3 utilities.

Call: 778-837-6422

CASH FOR X-MAS CASH for all Vehicles FREE Towing QUICK Service ALWAYS Available

AUTO FINANCING

Autocredit

911

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TRANSPORTATION

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

HOMES FOR RENT

845

www.coquitlampropertyrentals.ca

PORT MOODY bright, very clean 3 bdr, w/1bdr inlaw ste, 1700s/f, wetbar, 2baths, w/d,awesome deck, f/p ns/np, $1600 +utils. 604-283-9055.

736

jsarowa@shaw.ca or 604-897-1546

~PET FRIENDLY~

PORT COQUITLAM, 1500 - 3000 sq ft. Ground floor commercial area. Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

BELCARRA 4230 sq.ft. 7 bdrm 2 lvl house on 1/2 acre, with 3 baths, 2 fam/rm’s, 2 lrg balc’s, ocean & mtn views and own dock. Avail immed. $3200/mo. Call: 604-942-7100

2007 MERCEDES. A luxury car like no other. This fully loaded Mercedes S550 4-Matic S class. Premium and comfort package includes - navigation, voice command, heated and cooled seats, power rear shades and blinds, premium sound system, panoramic roofs both front and rear. Absolutely has it all. Very clean inside and out. No accidents. 150,000 km. Asking $29,500 OBO. Contact me via email for further information at:

TOWNHOUSES

*Near schools *5 Appliances *Decorative Fireplaces

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

715

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1997 CAMRY, 4 dr 4 cyl, auto, loaded, new tires, aircared, mint cond. $3400 obo. 604-936-1270

2 & 3 Bdrm Units Available

No pets. Close to amen.

AUTO SERVICES

Mobile Mechanic Do small auto repairs - brakes, tune-ups etc. All work guaranteed. Have toolswill travel. 604-308-8073

COQUITLAM CENTRE AREA

1 BEDROOM SUITE Renovated $715/mo Util + sec pkng extra

22330 McIntosh Avenue

812

COQUITLAM: 2 Bdrm townhouses in quiet family complex, no pets. From $965/mo. Call 604-942-2277.

MAPLE RIDGE

McIntosh Plaza

SUITES, LOWER

PORT COQUITLAM 1 bdrm. suite, grnd. lvl., large & bright. N/P N/S. Sep. entry. Avail now. $750/mo. incl. utils.,cable & int. 604-323-3580

12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certiﬁed Crime Free Buildings

750

GERMAN SHEPHERD Pups & young adults. Quality German & Czech bloodlines. 604-856-8161.

P/B GERMAN ROTTWEILERS 3 female pups. Vet ✓. Ready to go. $500/each. 778-899-3326

www.pro-accpainting.com

604-463-2236 604-463-7450

COQUITLAM 3 Bdrms up, 3 bdrms down, 7 appls, $1900/mo, Dec 1st. days (604) 369-1058 or 999-7654

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

604-728-5643

INCLUDES: HEAT, HOT WATER & HYDRO Near Shopping & Amenities.

750

TRANSPORTATION

PORT COQ n/side. 2Bd gr/lvl suite, sep ent, f/p, laund, nr all amens. n/s n/p, $855 +1/3 utils. 604-306-1701.

(604)936-5755

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

GL ROOFING. Cedar/Asphalt, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters - $80. 604-240-5362. info@glroofing.ca

Clean, very quiet, large,

1 Bdrm suite $775 2 Bdrm corner suite $925

TOWNHOMES

Robert J. O’Brien

* Renovated Suites *

Large 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $810/mo. No subsidy. Close to transit, schools, and shopping.

2 Bedroom suite available immediately (heat and hot water included). Pet allowed.

ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899

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

Queen Anne Apts.

RENOVATED SUITES

515-525 Foster Avenue

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2 bdrm bright apt.

Medallion Court Apt / Townhomes

604-467-6065

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1 & 2 Bdrms $790/$875

RENTALS

COQUITLAM

All types of Roofing Repairs Free Estimates

PATTAR ROOFING LTD. All types of Roofing. Over 35 years in business. 604.588.0833

MAPLE RIDGE

APARTMENT/CONDO

Call 604-944-2963

TREE PRUNING

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

From $50/hr. 1, 2, & 5 Ton Trucks Available • Piano Service Available • Licensed • Reliable Serving all of Lower Mainland! 604-466-3101/604-505-4798

TREE SERVICES

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APARTMENT/CONDO

(604)463-6841 706

CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service • Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560

604-537-4140

RENTALS

MARITIME MECHANICAL Ltd. Plumbing, Heating & Gas renos, repairs & new construction. Insured, licensed & bonded. w w w. m a r i t i m e m e c h a n i c a l . c o m (604)765-6397

From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

706

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FOR SALE. My Piano accordion collection of 16 piano accordions. Priced from $190. to $1500. (604)853-7773

RENTALS

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

.Can-Pro Paint & Drywall. 3 rooms $250. Over 25 yrs of quality service. Insured/Free Est. 604-7717052

320

MISC. FOR SALE

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

627

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MISC SERVICES

560

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

REAL ESTATE

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

317

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS IN THE ESTATE OF FRANK NIELSEN, DECEASED NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of FRANK NIELSEN deceased, formerly of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, who died on December 3, 2012 are hereby required to send full particulars of such claims to the Administratrix named hereunder at 1542 Prairie Avenue, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia V3B 1T4, on or before the 15th day of January, 2014, after which date the Estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. JUANITA MAE NIELSEN Administratrix By GARTON & HARRIS Solicitors for the Estate of FRANK NIELSEN, Deceased

A46 Friday, December 13, 2013, Tri-City News

www.tricitynews.com

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9,998*

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2006 FORD ESCAPELTD FORD EXPLORER 2011 BUICK REGAL CXL 2010 FORD EXPLORER AWD 2004 2013 FORD TAURUS LIMITED XLT, leather, nice truck

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$21,998 32,998**

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2007 MERCEDES SL550

2006 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT

Immaculate condition, Wow!!

#13F10355A

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39,998*

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14,998*

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18,998*

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2004 MAZDA 6HHR 2009 CHEVROLET Auto, moonroof, mags Only 39,000 kms

#MLC161A #13ES8218A

2006 NISSAN 350Z COUPE #13F11475A

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$ $11,998 9,998* *

28,998*

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2010 2010 TOYOTA TOYOTA CAMRY CAMRY LE LE ##PC5778 PC5778

2013 MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE #PC5800

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# MLT521A

2005 FORD MUSTANG GT #MLT600A

20,998*

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#MLT655 #MLT621A

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2009 MAZDA CX-7 GT

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$20,998*

2007 ACURA TYPE S Loaded, Manager’s special #PC5798

18,998*

2003 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV Nice truck

#13F17726A

12,998*

2008 DODGE CARAVAN

Seats 7, captains chairs in 1st & 2nd row #12F15166B

8,888** 9,988

2005 2010FORD Ford FOCUS F150

Auto, A/C, power group

* $ $9,998 7,988*

2007 INFINITY FX35 2003 VW GOLF AWD,5 spd, loaded, nicegreat car deal

4X4 great buy OnlyFX4, 32,000 kms

2013 E350 2013FORD SCION FRSXLT Club wagon, 15 kms passenger Only 4000

$20,998 $27,998

2010 FORD F150

2008 RANGER SUPERCAB Sport package, 3 to choose from

CREWCAB, 4x4, XLT

#MLT630

26,998

2006 INFINITI G35 Coupe, leather, moonroof

#MLC164A

15,998*

2013FORD FORDTRANSIT ESCAPE SEL 2010 CONNECT

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#PFT1964

4X4 TRX, great deal

#13F10307A

$18,998 $ 33,998*

#PT4844

Funk Master Edition Great car,

$18,998 $8,888* *

#MLT654 #13F16895A

2010 TOYOTA SIENNA Low kms

11,998*

#MLT598

Power hard top, only 8,000 kms

Only 54,000 kms! Nice car!

18,998*

2009 INFINITI G37 AWD, loaded

#13FN3724A

26,998*

23,995*

2011 MAZDA MX5

2010 FORD EDGE SE #MLC643

17,998*

2008CHRYSLER EXPEDITION LTD. 2009 SEBRING

$38,888 $26,998**

#PFT1970 #14Fl2095A

9,999*

2008 DODGE RAM C/CAB

$ $15,998 9,998**

FIATRAM 500 1500 20102013 DODGE #14FI9625A #13F14689A

Leather, moonroof

#PC5806

#13FO7380A #13F17418A

Albrath Edition, nearly Crewcab, 4x4,new! nice Only truck6000 kms

$44,998*

2007 PONTIAC G6 GT

13,998*

2005DODGE FORD CALIBER F150 S/CAB 2012 SXT

$7,998 19,998* *

#PT4860

#PC5811

#PC5812 #PT4835

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$6,998 $12,998

#14MU0767B #PT4853

2011 DODGE CALIBER

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2013 FORD EXPLORER LTD.

#13ES0167A

26,998*

2006 FORD F350

Crewcab, 4x4, Great work truck

9,999*

- #13F37571A

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$10,998 $17,998**

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MLC171A #MLC171A

2001 FORDB3000 MUSTANG 2008 MAZDA S/CAB

METRO METRO FORD FORD

LOUGHEED HWY

PITT RIVER PITT RIVER

26,998*

2002 CHRYSLER FORD FOCUS SVT 2005 FORD FIVE HUNDRED 2005 PACIFICA

4x4, auto, Nice car,power greatgroup buy

➤ ➤

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$24,998*

#PT4852

2010 FORD RANGER S/CAB 2009 FORD FUSION SE

COQ. RIVER

2012 MAZDA MX5 CONV’T #PC5790

$16,998*

STK# PFT1847

4X4 FX4, leather, loaded

COQ. RIVER

13,998*

#PT4850

2007 FORD F150 CREW CAB

SHAUGHNESSY

V6, 4X4, auto, A/C

SHAUGHNESSY

2008 FORD ESCAPE XLT

4X4 auto, A/C, mags

▼ ▼

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2505 LOUGHEED HIGHWAY