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Point & click for budget? Coquitlam looks at online budget feedback system By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Coquitlam city hall hopes to get more residents involved in the budget process with a new online tool to show where their property taxes go. Citizen Budget is aimed at giving finance staff and city council a better idea about how the public wants tax dollars to be spent. City staff want to replace the annual budget meeting — typically attended by fewer than a dozen people, most of whom are connected to special interest groups — with the online program. Responses from the

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The boardwalk at Shoreline Park in Port Moody is one of many popular recreation spots in the Tri-Cities, drawing people from throughout the region. Now, the city of Port Moody is asking its citizens to participate in an update of its Parks and Recreation Master Plan. See article on page 8.

web survey are intended to add to the city’s annual Ipsos Reid telephone poll as well as the town hall meetings held twice a year. Developed by a nonprofit group with the aim of getting more people involved in local government, Citizen Budget is currently used in Toronto and Montreal, although it is not well known in western Canada. The simulator has been used in Langley Township as well as Regina and Edmonton, and the city of Victoria is also considering logging on. see $6K A YEAR, page 9

FREEDOM TO READ WEEK Although the internet is known for offending the bounds of good taste, libraries have their challenges, too. Find out what local librarians are doing about freedom of expression: see story, page 6

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Transportation key issue for elderly in Tri-Cities By Diane Strandberg The Tri-CiTy News

With the number of seniors expected to surpass children and youth before 2030 in the Tri-Cities, efforts to make the region an age-friendly community are growing and accessible transportation is one key issue. Like most suburbs, the Tri-Cities were developed with the car as the main form of transportation. But as people age, they may have to give up their

Bailey impasse With time ticking to fix an aging bailey bridge between Coquitlam and New Westminster, Coquitlam city staff have now formally asked for the provincial government for help to resolve its impasse with the Royal City. This week, a Coquitlam city spokesperson said since no more meetings are scheduled between the two municipalities on the issue, Coquitlam has applied to the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development to step in with a binding arbitration process. The move comes after a structural engineer last year reported the onelane, 19-year-old link at the west end of United Boulevard had a“critical fatigue crack”and needed to be replaced by the end of 2014. Coquitlam wants to see the Braid Street bridge temporarily converted to two lanes at a cost of $1.7 million. But New West has opposed that suggestion, saying traffic in the area is already jammed, especially with the rail cars.

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cars — and, thus, much of their independence and self-sufficiency. Those who do give up their vehicles may become isolated and inactive, unless transportation can be developed with seniors’ needs in mind. To that end, the TriCities Seniors Planning Network is organizing a forum that will make seniors’ transportation concerns a key topic. But before the forum can be organized, the network is canvassing se-

niors — in fact everyone who’s over 50 or cares about someone over 50 — to find out their needs and concerns. “Once we finish the survey, we will know what the issues are for them,” said King Lum of the Tri-Cities Seniors Planning Network. “Once we know what the issues are for them, we will design a forum around them and invite seniors and see if we can solve that gap.” Among the topics

likely to be addressed at the forum will be understanding B.C.’s driver’s licensing rules and recognizing signs that you shouldn’t be driving. Beyond that, topics could include: • understanding TransLink’s Compass card; • avoiding social isolation when you don’t have a car; • using Taxisavers; • and learning about the public transit system or volunteer driver

services as well as HandyDart. In addition, there are other practical considerations, including budgeting for driving alternatives, preventing falls and understanding seniors’ discounts for transportation. The survey will be available at local libraries and community centres by the end of the month and is currently online at www.surveymonkey. com/s/seniorstransport. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

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No toll break for Coquitlam dad Caregivers who drive should get discount: dad By Diane Strandberg The Tri-CiTy News

A Coquitlam man with an autistic son says it’s not fair that caregivers of people with disabilities have to pay the $3 toll to cross the Port Mann Bridge. Dennis McMillan says he was shocked to learn he can’t get an exemption from tolls for driving his son to weekly psychologist appointments in Surrey because exemptions only apply to disabled drivers who are registered vehicle owners or lease holders. McMillan, who is on a pension because of a disability, says he can’t afford the extra $60 a month in tolls to get his son to the Able Developmental Clinic. His son is old enough to drive but because of cognitive difficulties, wouldn’t be safe operating a vehicle, he said. “The only reason I go to Surrey is to go to that clinic,” said McMillan, who says other families he knows are in the same boat. “Many of them are one-parent families or lower-income families [who have children with a disability].” He could switch clinics to avoid the toll but McMillan said it would be hard on his son, who has gone to the same clinic for more than 10 years.

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Dennis McMillan can’t get an exemption from tolls for driving his autistic son to weekly psychologist appointments in Surrey because exemptions only apply to disabled drivers who are registered vehicle owners or lease holders. McMillan’s efforts to raise the issue have received support from the BC Coalition of People with Disabilities but the company that operates the TreO tolling program said the policy has been reviewed and won’t be changed because of the cost. Max Logan said TI Corp. recently reviewed its policy and found that there were very few jurisdictions that offered an

exemption like that offered with the Port Mann Bridge to disabled drivers who own or lease their cars, and it was unable to find any toll authorities that offered a break on tolls for people who drive people with disabilities. It also concluded that changing the policy would be too expensive, costing $1 million per year, up from $300,000 per year. “For these reasons —

the lack of precedence in other jurisdictions, consistency with the approach of other B.C. government agencies and the significant costs — the exemption eligibility will remain available for vehicle owners and lease holders,” Logan said in an email. But the executive director of the BC Coalition of People with Disabilities said providing a discount to caregiv-

ers isn’t unreasonable or unusual. Jane Dyson pointed out that airlines, including Air Canada and West Jet, provide free fares to caregivers of people with severe physical disabilities. “I would say in some situations where the caregiver is responsible for getting the person with the disability or a senior to a medical appointment that should be something that is looked at,” said

Dyson. She acknowledged the toll for caregivers wasn’t an issue that had come up until now. McMillan raised his concern in the media in the hopes of sparking change. His efforts follow the release of a traffic study that showed average weekday vehicle traffic on the bridge was down 3% in January from January 2013, when tolls were $1.50. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

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If you’re looking for two wheels at a bargain price, the KidSport TriCities’ spring sale is the place to go next month. Executive director Chris Wilson said about 60 used bikes — left over from previous events as well as YMCA donations — are up for grabs on March 8 at Riverside secondary school in Port Coquitlam. Buyers can also pick through hundreds of items of second-hand sports gear, from skis and snowboards to h o c key a n d f i g u r e skates, that the community has offered to the organization over the past year; it is stored in a basement at Como Lake middle school. Still, while it has a plethora of athletic goods, KidSport TriCities is always on the hunt for more youth lacrosse clothing and equipment. “They last a long time

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Lacrosse equipment is especially in need at this time of year and KidSport Tri-Cities is hoping to get donations it can sell at its annual fundraiser on March 8 in Port Coquitlam. so we don’t see much out there,” Wilson said. “There is always a need.” Donations can be dropped off between Feb. 26 and March 7 at the PoCo recreation complex, Port Moody rec complex, Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex in Coquitlam, Riverside secondary

and Thiftopolis (D-2579 Lougheed Hwy., PoCo). Last year’s spring sale brought in $18,000 to help pay for sports registrations. In 2013, Wilson said KidSport was able to provide $130,000 in grants to 635 children whose families are in financial need.

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Next week, Port Moody Public Library will make available some books that have been challenged in Canada to encourage people to take advantage of their freedom to read. Find out more by visiting the library or going to library.portmoody.ca. Coquitlam and Terry Fox libraries will also have displays for Freedom to Read Week. els to Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaids Tale have been challenged in Canada for being offensive. But these books stay on the shelves even if the stories they tell are disturbing. Todd Gnissios, executive director of Coquitlam Public Library, says it’s common for materials at his library to be challenged. The collection is large and diverse, reflecting the city’s growing, changing population. Many non-English titles are available, as well, and it’s this diversity as well as the library’s effort to offer wide-ranging viewpoints on various topics that re-

sults in some people being offended. “One of the critical things that we ask is, ‘Have you read it? Have you watched it.’ And it’s quite surprising how often they say, ‘No.’” All the Tri-City libraries, including Coquitlam’s, must adhere to policies and criteria when acquiring new books or materials for their collection. Books are chosen to reflect the city’s demographics and offer varying points of view or contain subject matter that may be offensive to some while being interesting to someone else. If patrons don’t like

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Port Moody residents love their recreation. On any given day, the bike and walking trails, the skate park, soccer fields and the iconic Rocky Point and Shoreline parks are full of people while the recreation complex parking lot is crammed with cars. But could more be offered to meet residents’ health, fitness and recreation needs? Th at ’ s t h e q u e s tion consultants Urban Systems will be asking in a survey and at community meetings with park and recreation users this month. “We’re really trying to take a look at what priorities people have for recreation and park services,” explained Ron Higo, general manager of community services.

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overnment budgeting is an inexact science at best but this week’s announcement that the provincial government is planning a balanced one is great news. But how much of it is based on reality? Some critics, including potential front-running NDP leadership candidate Mike Farnworth, say it’s smoke and mirrors and will hurt families. The Port Coquitlam MLA says we’ll be paying $900 more a year in utility bills and MSP fees. Others worry the government hasn’t set aside funds to negotiate an agreement on teachers’ class size and composition following a recent court ruling. On the other hand, many would say budget discipline is important, especially now, and are congratulating the BC Liberals. The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, for example, is cheering the news of a balanced budget and the promise of a small surplus without hiking taxes. It notes, as well, that B.C. is one of only two jurisdictions in Canada with a balanced budget for 2014. Who is right? Where you sit on this topic depends on your political perspective.

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‘Get out of bed, get dressed and face the day’ AS I SEE IT Amanda Straith

f you have lived in Coquitlam or driven down Riverside Drive in Port Coquitlam, you probably saw my dad over the years. His name was Vern Jago. Maybe he was chopping wood when you noticed him or mowing the lawn on a hot summer day. Perhaps you saw him out there in the cold, digging out after a snowfall, and couldn’t believe the guy in the wheelchair was shovelling snow down our driveway and to the end of the block. My father was a paraplegic and he was the most determined and hardworking man I have known. What you couldn’t have known was that he was in severe pain every day of the last 38 years since, as a seasoned logger and pile driver, he had a terrible industrial accident while pile driving in August 1975. There were many changes in our family

over the next year as we had to adjust, too. But dealing with those changes made us all strong. So many of his family and friends encouraged Dad to keep up his spirits and they kept him motivated. And then, another life changing moment — a year after the first — in the summer of 1976. He was watching his friends unloading and chopping wood. One friend gave him an ax and the rest is history. He just kept on going. He never complained and this awful fate never held him back. Dad’s motto was: “Get out of bed, get dressed and face the day.”It was as simple as that and it worked.You can be certain there was no such thing as a sick day in our house. Dad was special, but he didn’t think so. Mike McCardell, the TV storyteller, asked Dad twice to be the subject of one of his profiles but he turned him down both times, saying he was just like any other man. But we knew better. Dad was strong and independent. He gave you pause to consider all of the possibilities.

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Vern Jago, who died last month at 77, had been a paraplegic for 38 years but wasn’t deterred from chopping wood and doing other demanding tasks. He was tough — “Jago tough,”we call it — and his pride about who he was shone through. He taught us a solid work ethic and to always be proud of our job and to do it well.

Many people said he was amazing, and I would agree. He appreciated all the people who would stop and offer help. He got a kick out of hearing about women going home and getting their lazy husbands and teenagers off the couch and outside to work. Dad roared with laughter when he heard about a young paraplegic being told that if my dad could do it, he could, too. He inspired our family and people in his community to do make the best out of circumstances and to take our best shot. Dad was particularly touched when two little girls wrote him a sweet note and gave him new work gloves. I am sure there are a lot of people wondering where he is.Vern Jago passed away Jan. 19. He was 77 years old. I will miss seeing him every day as I drive by the family home. So will many others. With his big wave, the man in the wheelchair always put a smile on my face and a special beat in my heart. I am so proud to say,“That’s my dad.” Amanda Straith is a Port Coquitlam resident.

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FACE TO FACE: Should B.C. allow early bar openings to watch Olympic hockey?

Beer and hockey just go together W

e’ve got some pretty big when it comes to drinking and big Olympic events happenhockey games but should a few ing this weekend. hundred losers be ruining it for the As of this writing, the Canadian rest of us? I’m no lush but how great would it women’s hockey team was in the be to be to enjoy these matches at a gold medal final while the men’s neighbourhood pub with your budsquad was set for a semi-final match dies over a couple of brews? Instead, with the rival Americans, with the by not being able to go to a bar, I winners playing for gold as well. think most of will be forced to stay Unfortunately, my friends and I at home and watch the games alone. won’t be able to watch the game at One of my greatest memories our local watering hole and enjoy a is hitting the streets of downtown pint or two. Vancouver — with tens of thousands The men’s bronze medal game of my Canadian brothers and siswill take place on Saturday at 7 a.m. ters — after Sidney Crosby scored Pacific time. The Gold medal game the golden goal in 2010. The images takes place at 4 a.m. Sunday. Other of Canadians with jurisdictions — in tears in their eyes as Alberta and likely in we sang“O Canada” Toronto — are allowis something I’ll never ing bar owners to open You can comment on any story you read at forget. It is brought us early and serve booze. www.tricitynews.com together, it united the Unfortunately, that’s country. not the case in British We need to do more Columbia. In a pre-Olympic interview with of that here, not less. It’s too late now but let’s hope The Province, Ron Orr, past-presthat, in the future, our politicians will ident of the Alliance of Beverage see the light. For future World Cups, Licensees of BC, said his organizafor Olympic Summer and Winter tion had made an application to Games, let us gather at our local province’s liquor licensing branch to bars and pubs no matter the time. extend their hours but were denied. Let us celebrate together. I understand Metro Vancouver Go, Canada, go! doesn’t have the best reputation

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“I suppose we’ll have to PVR games and invite friends over at 10 a.m. for hockey, coffee and scones — civilized, though somehow not quite the same.” 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.

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y now, Andy, we’ve all discovered that it’s possible to struggle through watching a pre-dawn hockey game without drinking beer at a sports bar. I say that despite memories of Olympic hockey evenings in Vancouver bars a scant four years ago, a unifying and uplifting experience for us all. But at these Olympic Winter Games, time and circumstance conspire against us. Watching hockey at bars is as Canadian as apologizing. To be able to share Olympic hockey games with a Maple Leaf face and a Keith’s in a noisy bar should likely be enshrined in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms — unless it’s Vancouver and game time is 4 a.m. Applications for special permit bar openings in Toronto and Edmonton would open bars for Olympic playoff games at 7 a.m. and 5 a.m. respectively. Getting up that early to drink beer and share hockey isn’t for everyone. Perhaps eggs benny with IPA hollandaise or a Red Bull omelette with pretzel tots might coax patrons into eastern bars. Well, at least it’s feasible. But it’s not feasible in Vancouver, not this time. Because while Toronto

hockey fans would get up early, Vancouverites would stay up late; close the bar the night before and have a few more in the parking lot before the 4 a.m. game time, perhaps with a fistfight or two thrown in, just to get in the mood. Luckily, someone quickly nixed B.C. applications for early morning bar openings for Sochi hockey games. I suppose we’ll have to PVR games and invite friends over at 10 a.m. for hockey, coffee and scones — civilized, though somehow not quite the same. But we must agree that drinking beer in a downtown bar at 4 a.m. shouldn’t be high on the list of strategies used to resurrect Vancouver from its reputation as a no-fun city? So, unfortunately, but prudently, we won’t be watching live hockey in B.C. pubs during these Sochi Olympics. Too bad we’ve been robbed of what some Canadians seem to like more than anything, drinking while publicly sharing their hockey nationalism. And it only gets worse. The 2018 Korean Olympics hockey games will start 17 hours ahead of Vancouver time. My God, Andy, we may have to start drinking the day before the game.

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as increased train frequency. White Rock, Surrey, New Westminster and other municipalities either opposed the new terminal or expressed concern and Metro Vancouver’s board last year voted to oppose it. Critics fear the terminal could expand further after it gets initial approval. Climate change activist Kevin Washbrook said the port should order more detailed health studies on the rail route from the point trains crosses the border from the U.S., as well as the barge route all the way to Texada Island. The medical health officers had also criticized the scope, warning in December the review “will not be credible to the public unless it covers the entire geographic area in which this project will operate.” Washbrook also questions why detailed health studies didn’t take place before the port last year approved a tripling of coal exports from Neptune Terminals in North Vancouver to more than 18 million tonnes per year.

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Market housing will be part of talks on R’view By Janis Warren The Tri-CiTy News

Th e C E O o f t h e agency charged with consulting the public on the future of Riverview Hospital in Coquitlam has vowed his organization will go into the visioning exercise with an open mind. And that includes the possibility of building market housing on the 244 acres that were once home to a mental-health institution, BC Housing’s Shayne Ramsay told The Tri-City News this week. “We’re not saying market housing is going to happen absolutely but I expect it to be part of the conversation as we move forward in the process,” he said. Ramsay made his comments the week before BC Housing is to launch its first of four open houses this year, organizing a draft redevelopment plan for the 102-year-old grounds that contain heritage buildings — most rated in “poor” or “critical” condition — a cemetery and an arboretum. Th e d ro p - i n s e s sions are scheduled in Coquitlam for Thursday, Feb. 27 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Burquest Je w i s h c o m m u n i t y centre (2860 Dewdney Trunk Rd.) and Saturday, March 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Poirier community centre (620 Poirier St.). Besides the open houses, Ramsay said he looks forward to the questions and comments collected through BC Housing’s new website (renewingriverview. com), which has background documents on Riverview’s current assets, among other things. Ramsay said he hopes stakeholders — including former Riverview staff — who can’t make it to the open houses will reach out through the social media to offer their thoughts on the next steps for Riverview. “Really, it’s a recognition that Riverview has a provincial perspective,” he said. “It has a lot of local interest but the site and psychiatric hospital had an impact provincewide.” Ramsay stressed BC Housing has no preconceived outcomes as it develops a land-use plan for the city and he pledged transparency as more studies and numbers are released from Shared Services BC, the current manager, which will transfer responsibility to BC Housing over the next year. Ramsay cited the Riverview Building Assessment Inventory,

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The future of the Riverview grounds will be discussed next week at two meetings in Coquitlam. completed in December 2013, that is now on the website and shows the cost to upgrade the heritage buildings such as the 1913 West Lawn ($7.2 million) and the 1959 Henry Esson Young ($6.1 million). Both are listed as in“poor”condition. Still, Ramsay said the visioning process is guided by principles — one of which is to ensure the investment pays for itself. “This is not a fire sale

of a provincial asset,” he said. “All we’re saying is that all the aspirations of the community, First Nations and stakeholders need to be incorporated within a breakeven mandate.” In the meantime, BC Housing will continue with work with current tenants at Riverview and the movie industry — as well as other revenuegenerating opportunities — to help lower costs. As for the maintenance

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‘It’s very hard to draw the line’ Racial complaints continued from page 6

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A guard at North Fraser Pre-trial Centre has alleged that the work environment at the jail is “poisoned” and that racist conduct among employees is often ignored by superiors. Levan Francis, who has been a guard at the Port Coquitlam facility since 2006, filed a human rights complaint against the Ministry of Justice last year, saying the N-word is often used among staff and that a fellow officer once told him,“We don’t like your kind.” The ministry had been seeking a dismissal of the complaint, a request the Human Rights Tribunal denied last week. Francis, who is originally from Barbados and has worked for

the ministry since 2000, said he has faced retaliation and harassment at work since first taking up his complaints with superiors in 2012. “It is Mr. Francis’ position that he raised many issues of racebased adverse treatment with the ministry,” said Marlene Tyshynski, a tribunal member, in her reasons for denying the ministry’s request. “In his view, the issues he raised have not been adequately addressed.” In his complaint, Francis stated that one of his co-workers referred to him as an “LBM,” which was short for “lazy black man.” The ministry denies that it has discriminated against Francis and that any allegations of retaliation are false, Tyshynski wrote. The employer contends that any issues arising from Francis’ complaints were dealt with when he first came forward with his allegations in June 2012 and again

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TODAY: Friday, Feb. 21 ALL THAT JAZZ

The PoMo ArtsFest officially kicks off with a gala reception at 7 p.m., featuring the sounds of smooth jazz pianist/percussionist Kristian Alexandrov and his singing partner Shannon Gaye — both residents of Port Moody — and special guest Jens Lindemann, an internationally acclaimed trumpet player who heads up brass studies at UCLA. Tickets at $35 are available by calling 604-931-2008 or visiting pomoartsfest.ca.

Saturday, Feb. 22 MUNDY AGM

Join the Friends of Mundy Park Heritage Society as the group hosts its annual general meeting at 10 a.m. at the Poirier Street branch of the Coquitlam Public Library. Hear about the Christmas tree-chipping event and funding projects. Newcomers are welcome. Call 604417-0912 or email nancy_tinari@yahoo.com.

HERITAGE WALK

Celebrate the history of Maillardville during BC Heritage Week with a walking tour of the French-Canadian enclave and a tea to follow. Meet at Mackin House (1116 Brunette Ave., beside Place des Arts) at 1 p.m. The cost is $5 per person. Call 604-516-6151 or visit coquitlamheritage.ca.

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Artist Joyelle Brandt will lead a Quote Art workshop from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Port Moody Arts Centre (2425 St. John’s St.) to talk about how one word has shaped her year, for the past four years. Participants can create their own visual reminder of their chosen word or quotation. The session is open to all levels and supplies are included.Visit oneword365.com.

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A new show featuring the work of 15 female artists opens at Port Coquitlam’s Leigh Square Community Arts Village (behind city hall) at 1 p.m. The exhibit, titled “How Nice to Have a Hobby,”takes aim at gender bias in the art world. Curated by Deanna Fogstrom and Danaca Ackerson, the display runs until March 31.Visit portcoquitlam.ca.

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Music students from Douglas College, Kwantlen Polytechnic University and Trinity Western University — under Robert Caldwell — will be joined by Boris Sichon for a drumming and percussion show as part of the PoMo

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See the magic of Ted and Marion Outerbridge as they return to Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre today (Friday) with their new time-travel show, Clockwork Mysteries. Tickets at $35/$30/$15 are available by calling the box office at 604-927-6555 or visiting evergreenculturalcentre.ca. ArtsFest. Titled Percussionworks!, the concert starts at 2 p.m. at Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr., Port Moody). The cost is $15. Call 604-8089624 or visit pomoartsfest.ca.

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Piano, vocal, violin, guitar and bass students with the Tri-City School of Music will host the centre’s inaugural recital at Port Coquitlam’s Leigh Square Community Arts Village (behind city hall) from 4:45 to 6 p.m. Admission is free.

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The three-man electronic orchestra Digital Guise will use high-tech tools to create an educational and entertaining show for the PoMo ArtsFest at Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr., Port Moody) at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 through the Port Moody Arts Centre at 931-2008.Visit pomoartsfest.ca.

CZECH MUZIK

Place des Arts’ faculty members Roger Mangas (violin) and Monica Pfau (piano) will wrap up their series of rare Czech music pieces at a concert at 7:30 p.m. at the Maillardville facility (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam). Tickets at $15/$13 are available by calling 604-664-1636.

Sunday, Feb. 23 ART TO GO!

As part of the PoMo ArtsFest, members of the Port Moody Art Association will sell their original works from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Port Moody recreation complex (300 Ioco Rd.). Best of all, the show will change throughout the day as the paintings sold will be replaced with new ones on the wall. Art Cards will also be available for purchase. Admission and parking are free.Visit portmoodyartassociation.com.

SWAP IT

Head over to the Poirier community centre (630 Poirier St., Coquitlam) to get bargains on baby and kids wear at the Children’s Swap Meet from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Afterward, enjoy a toonie swim at the nearby Chimo Pool. Call 604-927-4386.

SUNDAY AT CITY HALL

Wrapping up the PoMo ArtsFest at Port Moody city hall (100 Newport Dr.) is Russian music by pianist Anna Levy, clarinetist Johanna Hauser and cellist Natasha Boyko, at 11 a.m. for $15; a classical music afternoon

with tea and scones, courtesy of Soko Tea House and Cobs Bread Suter Brook, at 1 p.m. for $12; and the world-music ensemble Silk Road Music and modern dancer Wen Wei Wang, at 7 p.m. for $20.Visit pomoartsfest.ca.

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Kids are the theme for the winter farmers’ market outside the Port Moody recreation complex (300 Ioco Rd.) today. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., organizers will have a marketplace made up of young entrepreneurs selling handmade cards, jewellery, photography and more. As well, the Port Moody Arts Centre will host a kids’ craft area and there will be a cookie decorating station. Or come by and just enjoy the musical entertainment.Visit www.makebakegrow.com.

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The city of Port Coquitlam’s Sunday Coffee Concert series next features Deanna Knight and The Hot Club of Mars, at the Terry Fox Theatre (1260 Riverwood Gate) at 2 p.m. Entry is $12/$10/$6 (kids 12 and under are free). Call 604-927-7529 or visit www.experienceit.ca. Please send Things-To-Do guide submissions to jwarren@tricitynews.com.

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BOOkS plUS: What’s on in Tri-City libraries

From ID theft to antiques... to prostitution at libraries 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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• National Film Board of Canada Friday Afternoon at the Movies: Documentaries from the NFB are screened in the Nancy Bennett Room at the Poirier branch. Next Friday, Feb. 28 from 1 to 3 p.m., you can watch Buying Sex (75 minutes), which explores the many points of view in this ageold yet contemporary debate on prostitution laws in Canada. To register, call 604-937-4155. • Play and Learn: Join librarians at Coquitlam Centre mall (lower level, near Hudson’s Bay) on the last Wednesday of each month for free Play and Learn storytimes, songs and crafts. Next session is on Feb. 26, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with the theme:“super senses.”No registration is required

— just drop-in. 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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• Twilight Tales (dropin): PMPL invites kids from birth to six years of age with parents or caregivers to drop in on the last Tuesday of each

month from 6:30 to 7 p.m. to join librarians for a relaxing half-hour of stories, songs and more in the Storytelling Circle. The next Twilight Tales is Feb. 25. • Freedom to Read Week (Feb. 23 to March 1): Freedom to Read Week is held annually to challenge censorship in Canada. Every year, public, school and academic libraries get requests to remove books, DVDs and magazines from their shelves, and to limit their patrons’ access to the internet. Come to the library to borrow a banned book from the display and find out more. • Protect yourself from identity theft: Port Moody Police Const. Luke van Winkel will present an informative program on how to protect yourself from identity theft, one of the fastest growing types of fraud. How often do you change your passwords? Are you giving too much information when entering contests? This information session runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27. Space

is limited; call 604-4694577 to reserve a seat. 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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• An evening of antiques and collectibles: Calling all collectors. The Fraser Valley Antiques Collectibles Club is hosting an evening on Thursday, March 13, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Terry Fox Library and all are invited to meet some fellow collectors. The highlight will be the show-andtell, so bring the crown jewel of your collection or that treasured family heirloom to share with a group of enthusiastic individuals over coffee and refreshments. All are welcome. Registration is appreciated. 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.

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COMMUNITY CAlENDAR SATURDAY, FEB. 22 • Pre-school age children and their parents are invited open house at Kiddies Korner Preschool, 10 a.m.-noon, 2211 Prairie Ave., PoCo. Space is limited so call to reserve your spot: 604941-4919 or email info@ kkp.ca.

THURSDAY, FEB. 27 • Heritage Evening, 7 p.m., Heritage at Leigh Square, 2100-2253 Leigh Sq. (access off McAllister Street), PoCo. Presentation by Bryan Ness: “Wooden Ships and Iron Will – The Early Days on the River in Port Coquitlam.” Learn about maritime heritage and how the rivers that surround it helped to build present day PoCo Info: pocoheritage.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 1 • Everyone is invited to attend the Celebrating or Youth Powwow at Kwayhquitlum middle school (3280 Flint St., PoCo) starting at midnight end ending on March 2 at 6 p.m. Come out and enjoy singing, dancing and drumming along with First Nation arts and crafts and children’s activities. The event is free and food will be provided. Info: Dawn, 778-707-7704 or shalisha_us@hotmail.com.

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• Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club features a stamp team trivia game with stamp prizes; meet and mingle with other collectors at 7 p.m., game is after 8 p.m., McGee Room, Poirier community centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: stampclub.ca or 604-941-9306. meets, 11 a.m., ABC Country Restaurant, 2773 Barnet Hwy. (at Lansdowne), Coquitlam. All recipients of the Municipal Pension Plan are welcome.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5 • Hyde Creek Watershed Society monthly meeting, 7:15 p.m., Hyde Creek Education Centre and Hatchery, 3636 Coast Meridian Rd., PoCo. The public is invited to attend the meeting, learn about the society and tour the hatchery. Info: hcws. info@gmail.com or www. hydecreek.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 6 • Coquitlam Foundation is holding a charity pub night at Woody’s (935 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam), 6-9 p.m. Tickets cost $20 for a burger and a beer. There will be a silent auction and a 50/50 draw. Info: Dale Clarke, dclarke@coquitlamfoundation.com or www.coquitlamfoundation.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 7 • Roy Stibbs elementary Kids’ and Other Stuff

market in the gymnasium, 5:30-8:30 p.m. People can register to have a table at the market by emailing Nagisa Inoue at evemarketRS@gmail.com. Everyone in the community is welcome and there will be a concession stand, face painting, baked goods and a prize draw. Admission is free. • World Day of Prayer service, 1 p.m. St. John’s Church, 2208 St. Johns St., Port Moody; theme: “streams in the desert,” service written by the women of Egypt. Info: 604-464-0582 or www. worlddayofprayer.net.

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• Glen elementary school in Coquitlam will celebrate its 100th anniversary this year and all former Glen students, parents and staff are invited to celebrate the centennial on May 30 from 5 to 9 p.m. Guests can tour the school and see old friends. Registration is $15 before April 11 and $20 after April 11 (registration form available at www.sd43.bc.ca/ glen). Info: 604-464-6608 or glenreunion2014@hotmail.com.

Wine and chocolate If you love wine and chocolate, go, go to the Gallery Bistro next month. On March 6 and 7, Coquitlam Gogos host chocolate and wine tasting parties at the recently expanded business in Port Moody’s Old Town. Featuring select wines and gourmet paired chocolate, plus desserts, tea and coffee — as well as a presentation on growing cocoa beans and making chocolate — the events will raise funds for the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmother to Grandmother campaign helping grandmothers in sub-Saharan Africa raising their grandchildren orphaned by AIDS. Tickets for either evening are $35 and available from Linda by calling 604-931-2843. Doors open at 7 p.m. and each event runs from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The Gallery Bistro is located at 2411 Clarke St. in Port Moody.

GIVE is not just a four-letter word for the Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary Since 1976, the Auxiliary has donated over $1 million to Eagle Ridge Hospital for patient comfort items and hospital equipment. Most recent donation: a Pigg-O-Stat, (a child immobilizer for the Medical Imaging Department) purchased using funds raised through the 2013 Christmas raffle. Auxiliary members will be celebrating their 38th Anniversary by sharing cake with Hospital staff and visitors on February 25th. A $1,000 bursary is given annually to a Tri-Cities’ graduating student entering into the health care field. Eligible applicants have until March 31 to apply. Applications are available through the high schools, at the Gift Shop and the Auxiliary website.

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TRI-CITY SPOTLIGHT: Coquitlam businesses fill tummies, Chamber hires a policy advisor

Young members with the Cloverdale Beasts got to meet one of their hockey heros this week in Port Coquitlam. The atom players received autographs from Vancouver Canucks goaltender Eddie Lack, who now represents Metro Ford Motors along with NHL forwards Ryan Kesler and Alex Burrows.

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A partnership between Cheryl Rasmussen of Full Circle Furniture and Tanya Schellenberg from ABC Restaurant on Schoolhouse Street meant more than 100 kids at Mountainview elementary had a free lunch this week. Montgomery middle students also collected 150 juice box drinks for the Coquitlam school, with Brooklyn Smid and Olivia Ruggiero volunteering to build the special lunch boxes.

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The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce plans to have a bigger voice at business conventions with the hiring of ROBiNSON its first policy advisor. Aaron Robinson started his job this week and expects to be working closely with the Chamber’s public policy committee on issues important to the TriCities’ business community.

Bedtime stories for kids Children in the Tri-Cities can jump into their PJs and visit the Port Moody Public Library next week for the monthly Twilight Tales. The session on Tuesday, Feb. 25 from 6:30 to 7 p.m. includes stories, action songs and puppets for children aged 18 months to six years. And librarians say the event is a perfect way to get the kids to burn off energy before they hit the sack. Participants can bring their favourite stuffed animals. The next Twilight Tales will be held on March 25. No registration is required. For more information about the storytelling program, call PMPL at 604-469-4577 or visit the website www.library.portmoody.ca. The library is located inside Port Moody city hall (100 Newport Dr.).

“Local policies are where you can affect the most change,”said Robinson, who will kick off his new job by working with the Chamber to develop policies in advance of the BC Chamber AGM in May. His new post is effectively a return to his hometown. He moved to Ontario in 2007 to pursue a postsecondary education, attending the University of Western Ontario where he graduated with a bachelor of arts with honors, specializing in international relations.

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Grade 7 and 8 students at Port Coquitlam’s Ecole Maple Creek middle school took part in a provincewide drive this month. The youth joined the Provincial Eating Disorders Awareness (PEDAW) wristband campaign titled Love Our Bodies, Love Ourselves. To learn more about the annual campaign that started in North Vancouver, visit familyservices.bc.ca.

ping up a dessert for a new CBC-TV cooking show that launches next week. Jesse Meredith will appear in the first episode of Recipe to Riches, a reality culinary show that airs next Wednesday at 9 p.m. The aspiring actor is up against Erica Pauze, a 19-year-old who dreams of owning a bakery and Brad Reinsch, a bobsledder from Calgary. The winning dessert will be turned into a President’s Choice product at select Loblaw banner stores across the country.

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Drive All but the Eco model come with a 132hp version of the 1.8L 4-cylinder engine carried over from the last car. The Eco gets a 140hp version that comes with Toyota’s Valevematic technology that helps to pump out the extra 8hp, yet improves fuel economy. The base CE is sold with either a 6-speed manual or the 4-speed automatic found in the last model. The only other model to be offered with a manual is the S trim. That leaves the LE and Eco with a standard continuously variable transmission (CVT),

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changed in 2007. Those who wanted performance and practicality would be granted access to such pleasures of life. Setting it apart from its tamer siblings is a 2.4-litre engine producing 201 hp and 170 lb.-ft of torque. It also comes standard with 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels and a rear spoiler. Not to mention a 6-speed manual transmission. Scion FR-S - $26,450 The return of the fun-to-drive rear-wheel drive sports coupe that’s priced under $30K can be linked to the Scion FR-S. You could also say it is linked with the Subaru BRZ as these four-seater, two-door vehicles were a joint venture product PLEASE READ THE FINE PRINT: Offers valid until February 28, 2014. See toyota.ca for complete details on all cash back offers. In the event of any discrepancy or inconsistency between Toyota prices, rates and/or other information contained on toyotabc.ca and that contained on toyota.ca, the latter shall prevail. Errors and omissions excepted. 2014 Corolla CE 6M Manual BURCEM-A MSRP is $17,540 and includes $1,545 freight and pre-delivery inspection, tire levy, battery levy and air conditioning federal excise tax. *Lease example: 2014 Corolla CE 6M with a vehicle price of $16,440 (includes $1,100 Toyota Canada Lease Assist, which is deducted from the negotiated selling price after taxes, and $1,545 freight/PDI) leased at 2.9% over 60 months with $0 down payment equals 120 semi-monthly payments of $89 with a total lease obligation of $10,680. Lease 60 mos. based on 100,000 km, excess km charge is $.07. $0 security deposit and first semi-monthly payment due at lease inception. Price and total obligation exclude license, insurance, registration, fees and taxes. Dealer order / trade may be necessary. **Finance example: 1.9% finance for 60 months, upon credit approval, available on 2014 Corolla CE. Applicable taxes are extra. 2014 RAV4 Base FWD LE Automatic ZFREVT-A MSRP is $25,685 and includes $1,815 freight and pre-delivery inspection, tire levy, battery levy and air conditioning federal excise tax. †Lease example: 4.9% Lease APR for 60 months on approved credit. Semi-Monthly payment is $139 with $2,300 down payment. Total Lease obligation is $18,980. Lease 60 mos. based on 100,000 km, excess km charge is $.10. Applicable taxes are extra. Down payment, first semi-monthly payment and security deposit plus GST and PST on first payment and full down payment are due at lease inception. A security deposit is not required on approval of credit. ††Finance example: 2.9% finance for 60 months, upon credit approval, available on 2014 RAV4. Applicable taxes are extra. 2014 Tacoma Double Cab V6 4x4 Automatic MU4FNA-A MSRP is $32,965 and includes $1,815 freight and pre-delivery inspection, tire levy, battery levy and air conditioning federal excise tax. ‡Lease example: 4.9% Lease APR for 60 months on approved credit. Semi-Monthly payment is $165 with $3,980 down payment. Total Lease obligation is $23,720. Lease 60 mos. based on 100,000 km, excess km charge is $.10. Applicable taxes are extra. Down payment, first semi-monthly payment and security deposit plus GST and PST on first payment and full down payment are due at lease inception. A security deposit is not required on approval of credit. ‡‡Finance example: 0.9% finance for 36 months, upon credit approval, available on 2014 Tacoma. Applicable taxes are extra. ‡‡‡Semi-monthly lease offer available through Toyota Financial Services on approved credit to qualified retail customers on most 48 and 60 month leases (including Stretch leases) of new and demonstrator Toyota vehicles. First semi-monthly payment due at lease inception and next monthly payment due approximately 15 days later and semi-monthly thereafter throughout the term. Toyota Financial Services will waive the final payment. Semi-monthly lease offer can be combined with most other offers excluding the First Payment Free and Encore offers. First Payment Free offer is valid for eligible TFS Lease Renewal customers only. Toyota semi-monthly lease program based on 24 payments per year, on a 60-month lease, equals 120 payments, with the final 120th payment waived by Toyota Financial Services. Competitive bi-weekly lease programs based on 26 payments per year, on a 60-month lease, equals 130 payments. Not open to employees of Toyota Canada, Toyota Financial Services or TMMC/TMMC Vehicle Purchase Plan. Some conditions apply. See your Toyota dealer for complete details. Visit your Toyota BC Dealer or www.toyotabc.ca for more details. Some conditions apply; offers are time limited and may change without notice. Dealer may lease/sell for less.

Yes, you can buy fun cars for under $30, 000. A few weeks ago, I recommended five fun coupes for singles, whose base prices didn’t start with a three. Readers demanded more so here are five more cars that are a little easier on the wallet in purchase and operation. Ford Focus ST- $29,999 Hot hatch? I think so. Ford’s Focus ST (ST meaning Sports Technologies) is quite the exciting ride. As soon as you sit inside the Ford Focus ST cabin, you’re embraced by Recaro sport seats that hug you and don’t let go. There’s a six-speed manual gearbox that’s then connected to a 2.0L High-Output EcoBoost I-4 engine. That engine puts out 252 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque. Still, driving this sport-tuned version of ST is actually quite agreeable in the city. Chevrolet Sonic RS $23,995 The Sonic RS Hatchback might not be the first choice of “performance” vehicle on your list but that doesn’t mean it couldn’t be added. This five-door has some cool features like: a unique RS liftgate-mounted rear spoiler, 17-inch Midnight Silver painted-aluminum wheels, Lane Departure Warning, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with contrasting stitching and flat-bottom design, and leather-appointed seating surfaces with ‘sueded’ microfibre inserts. That’s on top of seating for five and a powerplant comprised of a 1.4L, turbocharged 4-cylinder with 138 hp and 148 lb-ft of torque. Fiat 500 Abarth - $20,995 Anytime you see a scorpion on something, you can count

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Drives-U-Crazy: Doggone it! Drivers who drive with a dog on their lap outrage Driveway readers. One reader summed up the feelings of many: “These dogs are often barking at everyone and everything and, yes, racing back-and-forth from the driver’s side to the passenger’s side.” What drives-u-crazy? Email keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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fine on that same stretch of road at about the time my co-driver and I had taken turns to punch the pedal and play briefly with steering-wheel mounted paddle gear changers. That’s when he were able to test the true effectiveness of the rear air diffuser. The rush of cooler desert air prompted us to flick the switch on the neck warmers — ah, yes, a mark of true luxury. Truth is this, car is more about looks: how it looks and how you look in it. And it looks fabulous: simple, elegant in profile but a scowling front that gives it beastly pretensions. The power hard top rises smoothly from its hiding place in the trunk in 20 seconds. We were told it could even be raised in speeds up to 18 km/h but why would you want to? When that top is in place it truly looks like a coupe. When the top is up, it offers 370 litres of trunk space (222 litres when topless), which makes it the roomiest in its segment. BMW says it will stash two sets of golf clubs. Classy leather interior, with ergonomically correct front seats. Can’t say the same about the back seats but then who wants to share the open top experience with anybody other than one’s beloved? Controls are handy, although the rotary control was a bit too close to the front seat passenger for my liking. No fuel consumption estimates are available yet. There will be an X Drive version later this year. We also got some seat time in the all-new 2 Series M235i: Check out my thoughts on that at drivewaycanada.ca. keith.morgan @drivewaybc.ca

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The Cottages at Seabright Farm welcome Canadians By Kerry Vital

The Cottages at Seabright Farm, located in Point Roberts, will soon be welcoming buyers, and Canadians are sure to love it. “There’s been unbelievable interest in this project,” says Wayne Knowles, development partner for The Cottages at Seabright Farm. “There are huge lots and great views. There’s nothing better than Point Roberts.”

Point Roberts has long been a popular spot for Canadians, especially those from the Lower Mainland looking for a quick and easy getaway without having to deal with a long drive or a ferry. Just across the border from Tsawwassen, you’ll find a relaxing atmosphere with a charming feel, great weather and plenty of activities to keep you as busy as you want to be. Knowles points out that about 90 per cent of the people who have already registered interest in the Cottages at Seabright Farm are from Canada.

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The Cottages at Seabright Farm is located on 62 acres of direct south-facing waterfront. The cottages are based on Point Roberts’ historical summer cottages and simple farm buildings. “Point Roberts has character,” Knowles says. “It’s totally authentic and small enough to be a true community.” The most exciting part of the cottages will be the attached breezeways that Knowles calls a signature part of the development. A smaller second building can be attached to the first, and perhaps used as a master retreat, guest suite or garage space, among other options. Because of both the elevation and south slope of the entire property, you’ll find a gorgeous view no matter where you purchase. The two-or-more-bedroom cottages will include stone fireplaces, high ceilings, sunny window seats, hardwood flooring, relaxing decks and covered porches. Lots at Seabright Farm will start around $200,000, and finished cottages will start in the low $400,000s. For more information, visit www.seabrightfarmcottages.com or call 1-888-732-6915.

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Homes at The Ridge at Bose Farms will incorporate all the beauty of the location, with wide-plank laminate hardwood flooring, nine-foot ceilings and huge decks and patios to give homeowners the best view.

Country-style living at The Ridge at Bose Farms By Kerry Vital

History is all around you at The Ridge at Bose Farms, a new master-planned condominium community with more than a touch of country style. “There’s really something for everybody

here,” says sales manager Nicole Castle. “The homes are priced well and it’s a great location.” The Ridge at Bose Farms is built on the historic Bose Family Farm land, and will be incorporating heritage elements. The former potato and machinery barn is being restored, along with the dairy shed and original Bose family farmhouse. All three will join an entirely new amenity building. The dairy shed will become a garden storage area, located next to the herb gardens and garden plots that will be available for the use and enjoyment of homeowners. The old farmhouse will hold two guest suites, along with a country kitchen and lounge area for smaller gatherings. Meanwhile, the potato and machinery barn will be connected to the new amenity building with a breezeway,

allowing owners to view the original roof framing and new timber plank floor. The second floor of the barn will be perfect for movie or game nights, barn dances and afternoon socials, continuing the traditions of this heritage site, while the first floor can be used as a woodworking shop, craft space or storage. The new amenity building will hold a fitness facility, yoga studio, library, chef ’s kitchen, fireside entertainment lounge and a media room, among other amenities. The one- and two-bedroom homes themselves, ranging from approximately 444 to over 1,000 square feet, take inspiration from the beautiful location, with their two designer colour schemes, wide-plank laminate hardwood flooring, nine-foot ceilings and huge decks and patios for taking

advantage of the stunning views. “From the north, you’ll look out over the Agricultural Land Reserve, the golf course and the North Shore mountains,” says Castle. “From the west, you’ll look out over the ridge or 12 acres of heritage forest to the south.” The kitchens are fit for a gourmet, with stainless-steel appliances, beautiful cabinetry and complementary quartz stone countertops and coordinated ceramic backsplash. Your space is lit with vintage-style schoolhouse or stainless-steel pendant lighting, as well as convenient under-cabinet task lighting. The bathrooms are spa-like and soothing with ceramic tile flooring and surrounds, as well as recessed pot lighting and wallmounted light sconces. The ensuite bathroom features his-and-hers sinks, frameless glass showers (in the two-bedroom homes) and glass accent tiles or a mix of marble and glass mosaic tiles, depending on your chosen colour scheme. The main bathrooms have custom one-piece vanities and elegant floating mirrors. The Ridge is perfectly situated to take advantage of all of Surrey’s best amenities, including shopping, dining, schools, leisure and recreation. Homes start at $162,900. For more information, check out www. theridgeatbosefarms.com, call 604-888-5514 or visit the presentation centre at 16390 64 Avenue, open daily except Friday between noon and 5 p.m.

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Maillardville. Around the turn of the century it was one of the largest Francophone communities west of Manitoba. Today it’s one of the most intriguing, authentic neighbourhoods in the Lower Mainland. Not to mention one of the most affordable. French-inspired architecture. Small town feel. Close to Skytrain. An exciting, growing community with a bright future. And an

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Rapids in sight of FV title Club takes on second place Holy Cross in b-ball semifinal By Gary McKenna THe Tri-CiTy NeWs

Coquitlam took on Abbotsford during a Special Olympics division B basketball tournament at Charles Best secondary last weekend.

With a berth in the AAA female high school basketball championships already locked up, it would be easy for the Riverside Rapids to lose focus in the final games of the FraserValley playoffs. But the team does not need any motivation when they take on Holy Cross on Friday, a club the Rapids have yet to defeat this season. “We want the [Fraser Valley] championship,” said head coach Paul Langford on Thursday, the day before a semifinal match. “We don’t take anything for granted.” Holy Cross has been ranked second in the province for most of the 2013-2014 regular season. They are a big team made up of mostly talented Grade 12 players, Langford said. Further tipping the scales in the home team’s favour is the fact that the Rapids have injuries to several key players, he added. “It will be a heck of a challenge for us,” Langford said.“They have lots of heights and we don’t match up as well.” The team’s injury woes were on display against Maple Ridge Tuesday night. Riverside managed to win, thanks in large part to the play of Grade 10 forward Amanda Matsui. She led the game on the stats sheet, putting up 21 of the Rapids’ 39 points to edge the visiting Maple Ridge club by 11.

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BC Games: Curlers off to a good start Team Drexel may be new, but they are headed to the BC Winter Games They may have only been playing together for three months, but Coquitlam’s Team Drexel is already getting some attention in the curling world. The rink earned a

berth at this weekend’s BC Winter Games, when they overcame an early defeat to win a qualifying tournament in Chilliwack last month. Team Hanni defeated Drexel in the first match, however a victory over Skulgard and a win in a rematch against Hanni helped the Coquitlam squad take one of two spots at the Mission event this week-

end. The second Winter Games berth went to Team Hawes of New Westminster. It is the first time that Heather Drexel has skipped a team and the 14-year-old has had a lot of success with third Sarah Loken, second Janice Pang and lead Angelique Miller. The team is coached by Al Smith.

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“A m a n d a M a t s u i bailed us out,” Langford said.“She is a shy kid, but she is very talented when she plays.” Tuesday night’s game was not the first time the Rapids have been helped by their young, Grade 10 players. Jessica Castillo led the squad in points during Monday’s rout against Chilliwack secondary, when she scored 15 points in a 76-21 victory. Langford said the performance of the Grade 10s, as well as the strong showing Riverside’s junior squad is having at the Fraser Valley championships, bodes well for his club’s future. A victory on Friday means the senior Rapids would take on whichever team wins between Brookswood secondary and W.J. Mouat secondary in the championship final. Riverside is not the only Tri-City squad making their way through the Fraser Valley championships this week. The Charles Best secondary Blue Devils started the tournament with a 52-43 victory over Lord Tweedsmuir on Monday, but dropped a 97-53 decision to Brookswood, one of the top-ranked team in the province. The loss set the stage for a Tri-City rivalry game between the Blue Devils and the Terry Fox Ravens Thursday night after The Tri-City News’ deadline. The Ravens have struggled so far in the tournament, losing 11114 against Holy Cross on Monday, before bouncing back with a 53-50 win over Coquitlam’s Gleneagle secondary Talons on Tuesday.

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Talons keep on winning Gleneagle will take on Delta secondary in Fraser Valley playoffs The Gleneagle Talons are gaining momentum at just the right time in AAAA boys high school basketball season. The club, which finished behind the Terry Fo x R ave n s i n t h e Fraser Valley North division regular season standings, has won both of their Fraser Valley playoff games and are one of the last Tri-City teams still standing in the competition. With the wins, the club has secured a berth in the B.C. Provincial championships, but will face Delta secondary on Friday night. Delta defeated the Centennial Centaurs 61-45 during a mustwin game for the Coquitlam club on Wednesday night. The south of the Fraser team has been playing well heading into Friday’s matchup

against Gleneagle. The team was ranked third in the Fraser Valley South Division during the regular season, behind Tamanawis and Semiahmoo. Port Moody secondary was able to manage a 67-50 win over Fraser Heights on Wednesday, while the Heritage Woods Kodiaks defeated Kwantlen Park secondary 86-55. The Kodiaks, who were in the middle of the Fraser Valley North Division pack during the regular season, will now play Sardis secondary Friday night. Port Moody will take on Walnut Grove while Terry Fox is expected to play Yale secondary. sports@tricitynews.com

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Steven, beloved husband of Katherine, passed away suddenly at home on Feb. 7, 2014. He also leaves his loving family; Erinn Gleeson (John), Steven Jr. (Brenda), Craig (Karen) and grandchildren Keira, Cole, Olivia

and Evan. He was also loved by neighbor-son, Henry Waack Jr., sister-in-law Janet Farquhar, & half-brother David Theobald.

Steven was raised in St. Catharines, Ontario and was a graduate of RMC in Kingston, Ontario. He later served as a navigator in Comox, B.C. Once retired from the air force, he joined the 15th Field Artillery Unit, where he served as a weekend soldier for many years.

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HAYES (Hall/Hepworth), Beverly Eileen It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Beverly Eileen Hayes (Hall/Hepworth) of Maple Ridge, BC, on Sunday, February 16, 2014, at the age of 64, in Ridge Meadows Hospital, Maple Ridge, BC. Predeceased by her father Henry Hepworth (2013), and sister-in-law Debbie Hepworth, she leaves to mourn her passing: sons Michael (Cheryl) Hall, Maple Ridge, and Ryan Hall, Surrey, BC; grandchildren Avery and Emma Hall and Branden Berry; as well as her partner of 10 years Doug Schneider; mother Eileen Hepworth, Moose Jaw, Sask.; two brothers, Lorne (Fern) Hepworth, London, Ont., and Glenn Hepworth (Vickie), Assiniboia, Sask; sister Gail (Merv) Karst, Belle Plaine, Sask; aunt and uncle Marge and Murle Johnson, Port Coquitlam, BC; and uncle Roamie Malesh, Calgary, Alta.; along with former daughter-in-law Tammy Berry and nephews and neices Graeme (Sandra) Hepworth, Alana Hepworth, Candace (Kevin) Moody, Scott Hepworth, Lindsay Hepworth (Sean), Colin (Tricia) Karst, Warren (Brooke) Karst, Marla (Trevor) Simpson. Beverly was born in Assiniboia on Oct. 30, 1949, the eldest daughter of Henry and Eileen. She attended school at Verwood in Assiniboia and Regina, then in 1968 moved to Port Coquitlam, married and had two sons. Bev also lived in Kelowna, then relocated to Maple Ridge, where she made many friends, in particular those at the Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans in Canada Club where she enjoyed many hours and loved to go for the meat draws. Bev was most passionate about family and friends, cooking, music and gardening. She also enjoyed writing and seeking a good bargain. She will be dearly missed by all. A celebration of her life will be held at 2:00pm on Tuesday, February 25th, at Garden Hill Funeral Home, 11765 224th St., Maple Ridge. Ph:604-463-8161 www.gardenhill.ca

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DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded. We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! *24 HOUR SERVICE* 30Yrs exp. Free est. 604-460-8867.

SHIPPER / RECEIVER

160

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

RENOVATIONS

300

LANDSCAPING

INTERIOR / EXTERIOR

RETAINING WALLS BASEMENTS ADDITIONS FORMING - FRAMING STAIRS - DECKS - FENCE WINDOW & DOOR REPLACEMENT

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

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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269

FENCING

ASHDOWN CONTRACTING custom cedar fencing/decks Quality you can afford 604-970-4732 INCOME TAX. TAJ DAMJI 604-781-0315. Pickup delivery in Tri City Free. Singles $45 Couples $70. No limit on number of slips.

MECHANIC

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

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE

TRADES, TECHNICAL

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

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

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HOME REPAIRS If I can’t do it It can’t be done

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Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

Professional Installation

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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

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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

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PERSONAL SERVICES

TAX RETURNS Current and overdue Over 15yrs exp. Starting at $50.00 per return Free check-up of last year return MARK BRAGIEL Tri-City Business Centre 3rd flr 2300-2850 Shaughnessy St. 604-551-7824

275

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

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278 FURNITURE REFINISHING

LARIC FURNITURE REFINISHING Specialists in:

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APPLIANCE REPAIRS

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

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317

MISC SERVICES

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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 ** MURPHY CONSTRUCTION ** Experienced carpenter specializing in renos, new construction, stairs, decks & fences. Quality & integrity. Free est’s. Call Gary 604-341-0913. DREAMING of a new career? Look in bcclassified.com’s

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MOVING & STORAGE

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 320

MOVING & STORAGE

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 374

TREE SERVICES

Local & long distance Movers

Call 604-720-0931

Tar & Gravel DAsphalt D Interlocking shingles DTorch-on Membrane D Laminated shingles 604-467-6065

ABBA MOVERS & DEL Res/comm 1-4 ton truck, 1 man $35/hr, 2 men from $45. Honest, bsmt clean up. 25yrs Exp. 24hrs/7days 604-506-7576

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Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

Free Estimates * Fully Insured

Save-More Roofing - Specializing in New Roofs, Re-Roofs & Repairs. 778-892-1266

PETS 477

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CANE CORSO MASTIFF - pure bred pups, shots, dewormed, vet checked. $1000: Call 604-826-7634

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356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Lab X pups, extremely social, possible Newfoundland genetics, 45lbs max, all black, ready now $500, super smart Call/text (604)845-3972 MINI DACHSHUND puppies - born Dec.11, 2 females, unique smooth coat silver dapple, raised by 12 yr old girl in 4H dog obediance, well socialized. 1st shots and deworming, $800 (will go toward education fund) 604-820-4827 Mission NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

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3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

CHEAP RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!

Pekingese P/B female pup, Reg’d Micro-chipped, Cert of Pedigree. 1Year Guar. $895. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com PLEASE HELP. Did you or someone you know find or get a dog over Xmas. Fem sheltie/schnauzer X, med sz, 35 lb. NO TAIL. Beige. Lots of hair! Her real family misses her terribly. Tattoo. 778-479-2454 or 604 798 9032. *REWARD*

RENT TO OWN

700

STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN! No Qualifications! Flexible Terms! CLOVERDALE - 60th and 176th Spacious 1 Bedroom Condo. Only $880/mo. Option Fee Req’d 604-657-9422

706

APARTMENT/CONDO Your Choice for Property Management (Since 1990)

Professional Property Management Services

P.Meadows - Solaris Towers Concrete Hi-rise. *3 Bdr +den on 9th ﬂr, Mar 1st. $1675/mo. *2 Bd+den, 6th ﬂr, Apr 1. $1350.

Call 604-464-7548 Visit our website for other rentals: www.proﬁle-properties.com 2 BDRM, ground level, sep. entry, sunny suite with shared laundry. N/P, N/S, $900/month, hydro incl. 604-472-0343

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Call 604-944-2963 Coquitlam:

Clean, quiet apt blk. Suites to rent.

COQUITLAM

20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !

Medallion Court Apt / Townhomes

PRO ✶ ACC PAINTING LTD

604.220.JUNK(5865)

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338

PLUMBING

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

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BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com FLUID SOLUTIONS INC. Gas, plumbing, heating, reno’s, repairs. 20 years exp., reliable & courteous. Lic’d. Bonded. Jack 778-835-4416

100% Heating & Plumbing

SUNDECKS

Certified, Insured & Bonded Reliable & Affordable Journeyman Avail 24/7 Call 604-345-0899

341

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

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

GARAGE SALES

COQUITLAM

Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

GARDEN COURT HOUSING CO-OP 2865 Packard Ave. Now accepting applications for two 3 bdrm T/H’s, a large 2 bdrm & a small 2 bdrm. Share purchase required. No Subsidies avail.

MAPLE RIDGE central downtown. Falcon Centre - New 2 bdrm, 2 bath deluxe condo. All appli’s, insuite w/d, pkng, storage, h/water, extras! NS/NP, $1500/mo. 604-465-6531.

Call 604-464-4921

MAPLE RIDGE close to downtown, 2bd+den, 2bath, livrm, dinrm, balc, s/s appl, m/wave, d/w, granite, inste w/d, f/p, 2sec prk, storage, exercise rm, Mar1. $1175/mo. 778-834-4774

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

PORT COQUITLAM; 2 Bdrm apts, $810 & $830/mo, and a 2 Bdrm T/H $885/mo. Quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-464-0034

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

Bright Clean & Spacious 2 Bdrm (corner suite) $925 New carpet, paint, appliances S Includes heat/hot water S 1.5 blocks to various bus stops S 2 blocks to Safeway/medical S City park across street S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

845

Call (604) 931-2670

PORT COQUITLAM - Newly renovated, quiet secure bldg, walk to all amens, WC Exp - 1 & 2 Bdrm apts available. - Lrg, bright, incl heat, h/water, f/s, priv balc, window coverings. - Laundry & storage on ea floor. - Plenty of pkng avail. No Pets. - Wheelchair accessible

2232 McAllister Ave PORT MOODY Large 1 bdrm +den, insuite laundry, 2 sec u/g pkng & storage, spacious corner balcony. Fitness room & swimming pool. April 1st. $1250/mo. 604-939-6326.

RENAISSANCE 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

Coquitlam (Austin Heights)

INDOOR GARAGE SALE Fri. Feb. 21 & Sat. Feb 22 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1207 Hammond Ave. Tools, games, bikes & dishes etc. Rain or shine!

Something for everyone.

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

750

SUITES, LOWER

2 BDRM Large Gorgeous Sunny Suite Near Austin/Thrifty Foods visit: http://tinyurl.com/ozehspe Dlx W/D, Util Included, NS/,N/P. $1,350/mo. txt/call 778-240-3029 BURNABY: Metrotown - Lrg 2 bdrm g/l. full bath, F/P. N/S N/P. $950 inc util. 604-837-5795/604-451-5795

GARIBALDI Court (604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge 2 Bdrm units available. Great location for seniors! Clean, quiet & affordable! Incls heat, h/w, cable. Senior Move-In Allowance. Refs & Credit check req.

Sorry No Pets For more info: google us. CRIME FREE BUILDING

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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604-464-3550

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

MOVING SALE OPEN HOUSE

Mahogany diningroom set, wall unit, pictures, books, kitchen & household items, fabric, wine making kit, and much more.

POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

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COQ, WESTWOOD Plateau lg bright 1 BR, 1000 sf, lvg room, full bath, priv w/d, sm pet ok, ns. $950 inc util. call Mike 604-612-3384. COQUITLAM. BRAND NEW bright 2 bdrm, 1000 s/f, 7 appls. Nr all amenities/bus stop. $1050 incl utils, cable, net, sec syst. 778-839-7090 COQUITLAM Rogate Ave. 2 Bdrm gr/lvl, full bath, storage,share laund, n/s, $850 +1/3 utils. (604)729-4440 PORT COQUITLAM: new 2 bdrm suite. Cls to schools, shops, buses. $900/m inc hydro. Cat ok. Avl. now. Smoking ok outside. 604-690-0564

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551 372

Call 604-942-2012 www.coquitlampropertyrentals.ca

3 bdrm townhouse for $1450/mo (1208-1225 sqft plus basement)

APPLIANCES

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877

Hotwater tank replacement fr.$750. Exc. rates on plumbing repairs. Lic. 604-290-5387 hoth2o.ca

Available Immediately ~also apartments available~

Contact: Mihaela 604-600-4213

506

533

FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. (778)908-2501

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TOWNHOMES

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Sorry no pets.

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800 sf S Impeccably clean

Family owned & operated for 40 yrs.

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

810

Heat SH/W S Prkg S Avail. Now 1&2 bdrm Starting @ $795/mo

1 bdrm & den- $950

EXTRA

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COQUITLAM. Nice, quiet top floor, renovated 3 bdrm. F/p, w/d, n/p, $1150 + half utils. 604-809-9850.

Clean, very quiet, large,

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RENTALS

COQUITLAM Near Douglas Coll & transit. 2 Bedrooms 2 bath $1250 p/m. Rent incl. 4 Appl & laundry. Fitness cntr & pool. Sorry No Pets. Refs required. 604-360-1285

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

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Derek Manor 2048 Manning Ave.

750

TRANSPORTATION

Port Moody Central Reno’d 2 bdrm level priv entry. sh ldry, Walk to transit. N/P. Refs. $900. Nr amen. Avail Mar 1. 604-931-9059

MAPLE RIDGE

• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

DO YOU LOVE DOGS? We need loving foster homes for med.-lrg. sized dogs. 604.583.4237

.CAN-PRO Paint and Drywall. Over 25 yrs of quality service. 3 ROOMS, $250. Insured. 604-771-7052

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

APARTMENT/CONDO

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

PETS

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706

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560

Bunk bed set with double bed on bottom, blue, complete with mattresses. Barely used. $300; Used working washing machine $50; Call (604)942-5491

EAGLE ROOFING BROTHERS MOVING & DELIVERY

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

2010 VENZA: Like new, only 20,000 kms, fully loaded, automatic, 6 cylinder, dvd system. $22,800. 604-575-5555.

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