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Shiloh and Keziah Johnston of Coquitlam from Shiloh’s Facebook page. The sisters died within 10 days of each other.

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Memorial is planned for 2 sisters Diane StranDberg The Tri-CiTy News

A grieving young woman from Coquitlam who wanted a legacy bench to keep the memory of her younger sister alive will now have a bench in her name as well after she died tragically in a car accident. A fundraising campaign has been established on the website gofundme.com to buy the bench and contribute to other charities supported by Keziah, 20, and Shiloh Johnston, 22.

The two young women died within 10 days of each other: Keziah earlier in February of undisclosed causes and Shiloh on Feb. 17 from injuries she sustained when she was hit by a car while walking in Burnaby. Now their family, friends and church communities are in mourning. “Keziah was a wonderful young woman filled with passion and life; 10 days later, her older sister Shiloh Johnston was tragically killed.” see shilOh, page A7

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PoMo council is backing Yes vote

Sarah Payne

The Tri-CiTy News

Port Moody council is backing the Yes campaign after a visit Tuesday from Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore on behalf of the Mayors’ Council’s transportation plan. With a million people moving to the region and,

along with them, 700,000 new jobs, the transportation plan will provide the buses, SkyTrain and West Coast Express service as well as better walking and cycling routes, to keep all those people moving, Moore told Port Moody councillors.

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Volunteers Guy Black (centre), Alan Fox (left) and Sonny Son in the replica First World War trench they dug and reinforced behind Port Moody Station Museum. Named the McKnight Trench, after a Port Moody engineer who died in battle, the educational display will be completed next month and unveiled at a ceremony in early April. For more on the memorial trench, see article on page A4.

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Above: Ken Petherick, operations manager at Coquitlam Centre with marketing director Deborah Stetz at the organics sorting station in the mall’s food court. Left: Petherick shows a room packed with organic waste cans used by customers.

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Mall changes to deal with waste Sorting is key at Coquitlam Centre mall Gary McKenna

The Tri-CiTy News

“You use to be able to walk in here,” says Ken Petherick, the operations manager at Coquitlam Centre as he opens the door to a room jammed with green-waste carts. But ever since the mall began collecting organic materials from customers at the food court, the green waste sorting area located in the bowels of the building has been packed with bins. Now, instead of three to five carts collected two or three times a week, Petherick has the wastehaulers coming almost daily and carrying away eight to 12 bins at a time. “We didn’t anticipate as much separation than what we’ve been able to put out of it,” he says during a tour of the mall. “There has

been so much product that we are actively looking at going from toters to a compactor.” Coquitlam Centre has always provided organic waste collection for employees and tenants at the mall. But a month ago, the 12 garbage cans at the food court were barricaded and customers were asked to take their trays to a sorting station. There, staff separate the waste into bottles and cans, plus regular garbage and organics, which includes most paper products. At first, Petherick said, there was a bit of a learning curve as confused customers didn’t know what to make of the changes. But in the last few weeks, there has been a dramatic change and most people seem to understand what the mall staff is trying to accomplish. “It was interesting watching the public the first couple of days,” he said. “They were like ‘What do I do?’ all of a sudden. But they have adapted quite nicely.”

Petherick does not foresee a time when mall patrons will be relied upon to sort their own materials, as has been the case with garbage and recycling in some public places in the past. The modifications Coquitlam Centre has made to its waste collection processes are in anticipation of regulatory changes at Metro Vancouver, which is implementing strict fines for material that is not properly separated. All it takes is one careless customer, says Petherick, and the mall could have to pay big bucks. “There is a six-month grace period, then it just gets tougher from there,” he said. “That is why we wanted to get a jump on this and get ahead of it.” Petherick also noted some other drawbacks to the changes. The mall is taking on larger staffing costs to collect trays and sort the material, and the compactor it is contemplating purchasing likely won’t be cheap either.

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Two months have passed since Metro Vancouver imposed its organics ban across the region. So how are Tri-City residents faring with the new disposal order for food scraps? Not too bad, say managers at Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody city halls. Most residents in single-family homes are now used to the separate green can program, where both food and yard waste are disposed of. While Coquitlam began a green can program several years ago for single-family homeowners and Port Moody has been collecting divided waste in houses and

townhomes since 2011, Port Coquitlam, which pioneered green waste pickup in the region, last year rolled out a new waste-collection service to cover multi-family complexes and started a 10-week pilot green waste project for a few commercial and industrial sites. Still, while organics collection appears to be on track, there have been some hiccups. In Coquitlam, where organics are now collected weekly at singlefamily homes, the city no longer allows plastic bags — or cans without lids — to be put out with organics or trash. Port Coquitlam commercial and industrials businesses have also called for more frequent collection than residences. And questions have also

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arisen about how to keep cans clean and how to get customers to separate food themselves. As well, some residential stratas have voiced concerns about pick-up frequency and lack of space for cart storage. In Port Moody, city staff have fielded at least a call a day about the organics ban. Still, unlike in Vancouver, none of the cities is reporting pest nuisances. But despite the somewhat rosy picture in the Tri-Cities so far, the outlook may change in four months when Metro cracks down on the organics ban. Starting July 1, the agency will enforce its order by levying fines for food dumped in the trash. jwarren@tricitynews.com @jwarrenTC

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Volunteers dig history at Port Moody museum Replica WWI trench opens to public in April Diane StranDberg The Tri-CiTy News

There are no rats and nary a dram of whiskey to be found but, other than those missing elements, the McKnight Trench, dug out of the dirt behind Port Moody Station Museum, is as authentic a First World War re-creation as any you will find in this century. Built by volunteers led by Guy Black of Port Moody, the trench is almost 85% complete, with boards to walk on, observation areas and shell-protection sites, ladders and plenty of sandbags. It has taken hundreds of hours to build since the project was started Sept. 20, 2014 to mark the 100th anniversary of WWI because all the work has been done by hand — no backhoes

allowed. Black says he is proud of the work that was done this winter, even when it was wet and cold and the ground was frozen. “We just kept pushing it and pushing it,” said Black of the effort to complete the trench in time for an April 4 opening ceremony. After the special event, the trench will be open to visitors, with museum staff leading tours using information provided by School District 43 educator and WWI historian John Goheen. But the heavy labour and intricate construction have already drawn a number of visitors and stares as people drive by the project off Murray Street on their way past Rocky Point Park. “We get a lot of second looks, a lot of rubber-necking,” Black said. The trench was designed by Goheen based on authentic trench plans and includes many of the reinforcement, observation

JUST THE FACTS: THE TRENCH Key facts about the McKnight trench: • Approximately 70 feet of trench, to a maximum of six feet, reinforced by plywood, corrugated steel and dirt as well as more than 500 sandbags. • Digging began Sept. 20, 2014 and the full trench, designed by School District 43 principal John Goheen, will be complete March 7. • Several volunteers, aided by cadets from Maple Ridge and North Vancouver, helped with the work, with digging and construction taking place on weekends. • Lumber was donated by Mill and Timber. and protection elements one would normally find in a WWI trench lived in by Canadian and British soldiers. Also involved are museum creator Jim Millar and Markus Fahrner, who is writing a blog about the project (www.fahrnerandfahrner.com/trench). Honorary colonel Jim Happer is the patron and the 6 Engineer Squadron cadets from North Vancouver and the Royal Westminster Regiment Army Cadet Corps from

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“In Port Moody, 94% of people have to leave Port Moody to go to work,” Moore noted in his presentation, comparing that to a regional average of 43%. Highlights of the plan include 11 new B-Line buses for the region (three in Port Moody), a 25% increase in bus service with 400 new buses, replacement of the aging Pattullo Bridge and extension of the Millennium Line in Vancouver. Tri-Cities residents will see a 27% increase in West Coast Express service, he said, plus upgraded bus exchanges in Coquitlam and PoCo, a new B-Line route connecting Coquitlam and Maple Ridge (as well as one connecting Langley and Pitt Meadows) and new walking and cycling paths along the Evergreen Line. There will also be more reliable and frequent bus service, including allday service for Heritage Mountain and Belcarra, a 30% increase in night bus service around the region and a 30% increase in HandyDart hours. Roads will also be upgraded, with an additional $36 million per year for capital investments in the Major Road Network. Moore also emphasized the plan’s accountability, saying money generated through the proposed 0.5% regional increase to the PST would only be used to implement the transit plan. “It will be audited annually and presented to the public,” Moore said, noting that audit would not be merged with TransLink’s overall audit. Additional funding will come from users and funding partnerships with municipalities, he said, noting that should Vancouver choose to upgrade its Broadway SkyTrain extension to an underground system, for instance, that city would bear the costs. “A Yes vote assures that funding for Port Moody investments can proceed,” Moore added. But not all of council was keen to back the Yes vote in a motion that called for the city to formally support it and to provide resources to the campaign, including

Yes side laments anti-tax ‘cynicism’ in transit vote Jeff Nagel

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COUN. ZOE ROYER website exposure and billboard or kiosk advertising space depending on availability. Coun. Rick Glumac suggested voters would have a difficult time answering the referendum question because of an overall lack of confidence in TransLink, and he said he is not comfortable with the city taking a position on a political matter. “I don’t support the Yes campaign,” Glumac said. “If the province said it would overhaul TransLink, it might change my mind.” He also said the regional sales tax could set a precedent and, as a council, “I don’t think we should state a position.” Coun. Rob Vagramov made similar comments, questioning whether the city would also be “telling people how to vote on a federal election.” “I see this as so not our place, telling people how to vote on a referendum,” Vagramov said. The rest of council was of a different mind, noting the benefits of improved transit options for PoMo residents and the region as a whole. “This will have a profound effect on livability,” said Coun. Diana Dilworth, pointing out council had taken positions on a number of political issues. Councillors Meghan Lahti and Zoe Royer agreed, saying it is no dif-

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Yes campaigners today accused the No side in the transit referendum of misleading the public into believing they can force reforms to TransLink by rejecting the proposed regional sales tax. Unifor union leader Gavin McGarrigle said No campaigners are deliberately derailing the debate from what is actually on the ballot — a 0.5% sales tax to fund a wide swath of transit improvements that he called vital to the region’s future. He said it will be a “dangerous step backwards” if voters are convinced to vote No and aid an anti-tax agenda that threatens to starve the transit system and other public services. McGarrigle urged voters not to “give in to a future where cynicism descends over the region like a stifling blanket, while congestion increasingly costs us all more time, more money and more expensive choices down the road.” The co-chair of the Better Transit Coalition was flanked by mayors from Vancouver and Richmond at the Canada Line’s Brighouse station for the release of a study estimating the economic benefits from the proposed transit and transportation upgrades. But most media questions focused on the Yes campaign’s ebbing support after a poll the previous week showed the No side far ahead. Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson said people are cynical because they don’t yet have all the information about the plan and added he’s optimistic that will change. “We’ve seen a knee-jerk response initially that reflects everyone’s concerns around taxes,” Robertson said. “When people have the ballot in their hands they’ll make the right choice for our region.” The study by InterVistas estimated the mayors’ plan would add $450 million per year to the regional economy through the first 10 years and the annual benefit would hit $1.6 billion a year by 2045. The growth projections come from estimated direct and indirect jobs to build and operate the proposed transportation improvements, as well as the economic productivity gains that would flow from congestion relief for residents and businesses. It estimates the upgrades would create 7,000 new jobs by 2020 and 12,000 jobs by 2045 at wages averaging $85,000 a year. McGarrigle said the improvements should win over workers, who know the costs of congestion in money and time away from family.

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ferent than the city taking a stand on the closure of Burrard Thermal or applying for intervenor status in the Kinder Morgan hearings. “To not support it is a giant leap backwards,” Royer said. “We’re not telling people they have to vote Yes,” added Coun. Barbara Junker, “we’re saying we support it because it’s

better for Port Moody, it’s better for the environment, it’s better for the Lower Mainland.” Ballots for the Metro Vancouver Transportation and Transit Plebiscite will be mailed to registered voters starting March 16. The mail-in voting period runs until May 29. spayne@tricitynews.com @spayneTC

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The B.C. Review Board hearing for Allan Schoenborn, the man who killed his three children in 2008, resumed Thursday with questions for Schoenborn’s case manager. Liane Lee testified that since Schoenborn’s admission to Forensic Psychiatric Hospital (FPH) in Coquitlam five years ago, he has become less intense, quicker to return to baseline behaviour and accepts staff intervention. When he first arrived, she said, he was guarded, hostile and suspicious of FPH staff. In the past year, she said, he has become less irritable and there has been less “posturing” behaviour — or when Schoenborn’s fists are clenched and his face becomes red in a “fighting stance.” Asked whether he is easily provoked, Lee said it depends on the person or what the argument is about. “We have seen lots of control when people cal him a child killer,” Lee said. Crown lawyer Wendy Dawson began her cross examination of the witness by detailing incidents involving Schoenborn since he arrived at FPH. Schoenborn has been at the hospital since 2010, when he was found not

The hearing continued after The Tri-City News’ print deadline. More coverage at tricitynews.com.

criminally responsible for the murders of his three children — 10-year-old Kaitlynne, eight-year-old Max and five-year-old Cordon. He fled the scene and spent about two weeks hiding in the woods before he was caught. He has consented to remain in the hospital but has again requested escorted day passes. His annual hearing began on Feb. 12 but was recessed with still more witnesses to be questioned. Two weeks ago, psychiatrist Dr. Marcel Hediger was questioned for much of the day about Schoenborn’s mental health status, his history of angry outbursts and the progress he’d made during his treatment. Hediger stated that Schoenborn suffers from delusional disorder and paranoid personality traits but has been responding well to anti-psychotic and anti-anxiety medication, as well as anger management therapy. But Dawson noted Schoenborn has not participated in any other programs nor has he furthered his Grade 9 education. She suggested Schoenborn lives in a tightly controlled envi-

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ronment and remains fairly isolated, meaning there had been little opportunity to observe his behaviour in more unpredictable settings. She also emphasized Schoenborn’s history of escaping custody and the risk to the public should he escape into the Tri-Cities’ forests and mountains while on a day pass, during which he would be escorted by two therapists, not security guards. “Do you still regard Mr. Schoenborn as presenting a serious risk to causing physical or psychological harm to a member of the public despot almost five years of treatment?” Dawson asked at the initial hearing. “Yes,” replied Hediger. A statement released by Darcie Clarke, Schoenborn’s ex-partner and the mother of the children he murdered, and her cousin, Stacy Galt, earlier this week laid bare the torment the family endures at the killer’s annual hearings. “She [Darcie Clark] cannot bring herself to appear in the gallery as the very proximity to Allan sickens and frightens her,” the statement reads. “Darcie

is unfinished business to him and I know should he be given the slightest bit of freedom, he will continue his life-long reign of terror and violence.” The statement also notes Schoenborn has had more than 40 violent interactions with staff and patients in the last four years. “Yet two of his doctors share contradictory insights: He is getting better; he’s still a risk to the safety of others. Passes into the community would be good for him; but he is a high risk to escape.” It also mentions several patients have escaped or did not return from their day passes, and that Schoenborn wants to visit places such as Coquitlam Centre, the Hyde Creek rec centre, parks and coffee shops within a 15-minute drive of the hospital. Clark and her family are hoping Schoenborn is declared a high-risk offender. Under new federal legislation known as the Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act, that designation could mean it will be another three years before Schoenborn is eligible to apply for such passes again. Should the Review Board deem Schoenborn highrisk, the ruling would be reviewed by a B.C. Supreme Court judge.

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“Shiloh’s gentle and kind spirit brought joy to everyone who knew her,” the gofundme.com campaign states in its introduction. According to the website, Shiloh was back at her second day of work after taking a week off to grieve her younger sister’s death and was walking during a lunch break when she was struck by a car that had collided with another vehicle. Cari Andrews, a friend from Shiloh’s drama ministry at Northside Foursquare Church, recalls Shiloh as a person who was full of life and drew people in. “You could tell [she] had Jesus in her,” noted Andrews, who recalled her friend’s perseverance and dedication. “She was really sick during one of the plays we were in together. She would never complain to anyone. Our director would go and pick her up off the bathroom floor to see if she was OK to do the show and she would still say, ‘The show must go on!’ with a smile on her face. Humble, selfless, always putting others before herself.” According to her Facebook page, Shiloh had

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been planning a memorial service for her sister and the service set for 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7 at Burnaby’s Willingdon Church (4812 Willingdon Ave., Burnaby) will now also include a celebration of life for Shiloh. Shiloh was also involved in Friendship Baptist Church in Coquitlam and had one time worked at 4Cats Studio on Austin Avenue. Meanwhile, Burnaby RCMP are continuing to investigate the Feb. 17 accident that killed Shiloh. A police statement issued Wednesday called for witnesses to the incident, which occurred Feb. 17 shortly after 12:30 p.m. at Canada Way and Gardner Court. Drivers of two vehicles that were in the area at the time of the accidents — a red vehicle seen leaving the northwest parking lot

of BCIT and heading eastbound onto Canada Way and a black pickup truck — are specifically noted as they may have been witnesses. The accident occurred when a white Infiniti travelling east on Canada Way collided with a grey Volkswagen turning east (right) onto Canada Way from Carey Avenue. The Infiniti went skidding along the centre median, across two lanes of traffic, hit a power pole located on the southwest corner of Canada Way at Gardner Court and struck Shiloh, who was standing at that location. Investigators are asking drivers or anyone who has any information as to their identify to call Cpl. Jason Bayer from Burnaby RCMP Traffic Services at 604-2947922. Speed may have been a factor, police say. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com @dstrandbergTC

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About 17,000 pounds of medical marijuana could be grown and processed annually in a warehouse in Port Coquitlam. This week, the city’s smart growth committee unanimously voted to forward a rezoning bid to council for consideration. If approved, the proposal by Remedi Pharmaceuticals would allow the business to share part of the Iotron building at 1425 Kebet Way, located off the Mary Hill bypass in the Meridian Industrial Park. Up to 20 full-time staff would grow, dry, cure, trim, test and package the medical pot on the premises, according to a city staff report, and research and development would be conducted. All products would be couriered to registered patients and medical professionals, and no retail sales would be allowed, city staff said. Iotron, which sterilizes medical equipment, among other things, has been at the site for 23 years and also provides consultation and services to the medical

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A medicinal marijuana dispensary is being proposed for St. Johns Street in Port Moody. In a presentation to city council Tuesday, CannaLifeMD representatives said they’ve selected a site at 3131 St. Johns St., the former Prudential Sterling Realty office, to open a wellness centre that will carry cannabis products. Those include cannabis-infused honey, oils and tinctures, as well as some health-food products. The store would operate as a private, membersonly centre catering to those 45 years and older, and would include high-security measures, education and support for members. Council members asked CannaLifeMD for more details about the process potential members and patients would go through to obtain cannabis products, and suggested more clarity is needed on how the Port Moody Police would respond to such an operation. The subject of marijuana came up again later in the meeting, when council adopted a zoning bylaw amendment that makes medicinal marijuana production a prohibited land use. Councillors Rick Glumac and Robert Vagramov voted against the amendment.

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marijuana industry. Under strict rules set by the city, Remedi would not be able to use more than 750 sq. m of Iotron’s facility and a covenant would be placed on the building’s title to limit the odours and

emissions from the marijuana production. No one from Remedi was available for comment by The Tri-City News’ print deadline Thursday but in a statement to the city, company representative

Raj Mattu said the product would be “high-quality, safe cannabis for medical purposes” and vowed the business “plans to become a long-term, responsible, caring member of the community of Port Coquitlam.” Coun. Glenn Pollock, chair of the city’s smart growth committee, also stressed the operation, if approved by council, would be fully secured and far from residential areas. “We would rather have this in an industrial section than in someone’s house,” he said. Pollock said medical marijuana is needed by many sick people “so we need to allow them to have access to it, to some degree,” he said. PoCo Fire Chief Nick Delmonico said his department would inspect the site every six months, if the rezoning goes ahead. Coquitlam permits medical marijuana facilities at seven industrial properties while Port Moody council on Tuesday adopted a zoning bylaw amendment that makes medicinal marijuana production a prohibited land use.

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Port Moody will attack the chafer beetle problem through education, co-operation and subsidization. Crows and raccoons pecking and digging for chafer beetle larvae have torn up both private and public property over the last several months. It’s estimated that 60 acres of the latter have been damaged, mainly on lessmaintained areas such as boulevards and grass next to playing fields. “If left unchecked, the infestation may expand to the field areas,” a city staff report notes.

The report to council at Tuesday’s meeting recommended dealing with the beetle on city property through enhanced lawn maintenance, including nematode application, and conversion to grass alternatives. The resolution approved at Tuesday’s meeting calls for an enhanced education program costing up to $5,000, include information on the city’s website, at the annual Port Moody Naturally seminar, a brochure distributed at city facilities, outreach activities and targeted messaging in collaboration with the cities of Coquitlam and PoCo.

Council also approved a recommendation from the Environmental Protection Committee to develop a coupon program that would give residents 50% off the purchase of nematodes. The overall cost to the city would be capped at $5,000 per year for a twoyear trial period. Staff recommended PoMo follow the approach in New Westminster, where residents purchased nematodes at select retailers rather than the city grappling with the logistics of supplying the tiny worms themselves. spayne@tricitynews.com @spayneTC

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he continued jump in gas prices in the lower mainland is completely mystifying. there was a brief window in January when prices at the pump fell below $1 per litre, coming at least a little closer to prices in other parts of north america. the taxes on gas in the metro Vancouver area are high — largely due to the 17 cents-per-litre that translink takes — but it seemed gas prices were finally starting to reflect low world oil prices. Oil prices have gone up a little bit since that time but not significantly. last week, the price of crude oil was under u.s. $49.50 per barrel — down by close to 50% from the highs of last year. the retail gas prices in the lower mainland currently seem to have little connection to world oil prices. after they fell below $1 per litre, they went up to $1.03, then $1.06, then $1.11, then $1.16 and, as of monday, they sat at $1.21.9. meanwhile, in edmonton, the price for a litre of gas is

84 cents. in all areas of western canada, outside b.c., it is less than $1 per litre. in bellingham, where gas prices are very relevant to metro Vancouver residents, as they often act as a magnet for cross-border shoppers, the price per litre in canadian dollars on monday was 78 cents — that’s 44 cents less, or more than one third cheaper. the flow of cross-border shoppers has declined steadily as the canadian dollar has fallen. the fall, of course, is due partially to falling oil prices. yet if the differential between gasoline prices in metro Vancouver and Whatcom county continues to grow, there may well be another increase in cross-border shopping. People may again decide to make the trek to the u.s. that punishes retailers in canada, particularly those who are located in areas close to the border. i have been unable to find any explanation as to why gas prices here continue to rise, particularly in light of the prices in almost every other area of the continent.

most of the gasoline consumed in metro Vancouver comes from refineries in alberta and northwest Washington, although the chevron refinery in burnaby does supply a significant amount of fuel. there have been no new taxes added. the exchange rate, due to the lower canadian dollar, does add a little bit to the price but there is no way it is responsible for a 20% increase in the price in a single month. it’s hard not to come to the conclusion that the big gas retailers, who in effect set the price by matching one another, have concluded that lower mainland drivers aren’t paying close attention to what is going on with oil prices and won’t notice if the price creep continues on a day-by-day basis. if people in this part of the world had wallets full of cash, the gas retailers might be on to something. but the heavily-taxed residents of metro, who pay sky-high prices for housing and are being hit with added government service fees, deserve to get a break at the pumps.

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Conservatives are helping... whom? The Editor, Recently, I received some marketing material from our local Conservative MP. It has caused me to imagine what I might expect from him and his party as we move closer to the federal election later this year. In this case, the flyer advertises our Conservative government’s plans to help keep kids active. It reminds me of a similar ad a while back that touted the tough Conservative stance for justice and dealing with criminals. As I think about this propaganda, I imagine that it amounts to what are the earliest salvos of distraction in what is likely to be an onslaught of political posturing with the goal of saying as little as possible and helping almost no one, certainly not the regular people of our communities. In my mind there more fundamental issues about the Conservative record

that we should consider as the election draws near: Foreign policy, the environment, the silencing of scientists, our national energy policy, election fraud scandals, senate spending scandals, the dismantling of the CBC, silencing dissent, how we treat veterans, an unaccounted $2 billion — the list literally goes on and on. As for the Conservative plan to keep kids active, again I wonder what our MP and his party are thinking about? More specifically, with whom do their allegiances lie? The concept of being able to write off some of the expenses for sports fees, I must admit, is attractive — if you can afford to put your kids in sports in the first place. Surely our MP knows the statistics about child poverty in this province. Might I also mention that with the dramatic turn of fortune in the tar

sands and with companies like Target and Sony retreating from Canada, it seems fewer Canadian families will be able to take advantage of these kinds of tax cuts. So who really are the Conservatives helping and to what extent? It is one thing to be able to write off a pair of sneakers for basketball and quite another to write off a season’s pass to Whistler, the equipment and all of the fashion accessories to boot. The tax relief proposed by the Conservatives will only help their friends in wealthier families, who clearly don’t need such help. Children of less fortunate families will not really benefit in a substantial way. I think we deserve a better vision for Canada, our province and the TriCities. I find that vision in the Green Party of Canada. Brad Nickason, Port Coquitlam

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Port Coquitlam plans to put more teeth into its bylaws governing aggressive and dangerous dogs. A number of changes are being recommended by the city’s bylaw services manager as a result of recent court decisions. Last week, Dan Scoones told PoCo’s community safety committee the municipal animal control officer has dealt with about half a dozen chronic offenders over the past couple of years. In one case, the city applied to have an aggressive dog destroyed — as permitted under the Community Charter — but the application was rejected by a judge and the pooch was allowed to go home. In response, the city sent letters to the dog owner’s neighbours to advise them of the ruling and the return of the canine. That court case cost the city “on the sunny side of $20,000,” Scoones told the committee. More than 40 dogs in PoCo are deemed aggressive and all need to be monitored to some extent by the city, he said. Under the current bylaw, an aggressive dog is defined as one that has bitten or pursued — without provocation — or is owned or trained for dog fighting. Dangerous dogs are classified as animals that have killed or seriously injured a person or domestic animal, or have the potential to kill or harm Scoones is recommending the city add a new definition: “A dog that an animal control officer has reasonable grounds to believe

POCO GRAFFITI FINE INCREASE? Vandals in Port Coquitlam will face double the penalty under a bylaw change. Last week, the city’s community safety committee approved a proposal to hike the fine for graffiti from $150 to $300 (with a $100 discount if paid within 14 days). Council will consider the change at its next meeting. Bylaw services manager Dan Scoones said the RCMP asked the city to raise the ticket rate and to bring it in line with other municipalities. “This is something that offends the entire community,” he said of graffiti, adding that it’s easier for police to issue tickets than lay criminal mischief charges. is likely to attack without provocation, cause injury or otherwise threaten the safety of persons or domestic animals.” As well, Scoones is suggesting that owners of aggressive dogs be required to keep their animals enclosed when outdoors by a fence at least 1.8 m high and to post signs at all property entrances. In addition, he’s asking the city to hike its impound and board fees for aggressive and dangerous dogs, raise penalty infractions to $500 and impose higher licence fees. The committee members, councillors Glenn Pollock and Laura Dupont, said they were shocked by the number of aggressive dogs in the city and look forward to putting more pressure on owners, should their animals pose a risk to the public. Meanwhile, as part of the animal control bylaw revision, Scoones is also requesting new measures for kennel operators and authorization to issue free licences for dogs under the age of six months. Newcomers to PoCo would also be allowed to swap their dog tags from their last home municipality at no cost for a PoCo tag, which would be valid for the rest of the year. Finally, at the city’s

two off-leash dog parks, Scoones is recommending tighter controls, including: • requiring dog owners carry a leash; • keeping pets in view at all times; • having dogs under control; • and restraining them if they show aggressive behaviour or disobey the owner’s command. jwarren@tricitynews.com @jwarrenTC

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Port Moody Police Department won’t hire any new officers under a revised five-year financial plan submitted to the city’s finance committee for review. The plan comes with a $9.6-million price tag for 2015, an increase of 3.4% from 2014 and, by 2019, the projected operating budget will stand at $10.5 million. Chief Const. Chris Rattenbury said the increases are due to nondiscretionary costs, such as contractual obligations and inflation. “It’s nothing that we decided we want to do, it’s stuff we have to do,” Rattenbury said. If the financial plan is approved by council, there will be no new officers in PoMo; a current officer will be trained for the planned mental health officer position. Even without any extras, the financial plan is well over the budget allowance council has made available to the PMPD. The proposed 2015 police budget is about $200,000 over and

the 2019 budget stands at about $700,000 over the $9.8 million allotted. Rattenbury said the budget is already as lean as it can get and if council requires him to stick to the limits, it will mean cutting staff. “We’d be reducing our strength to get down to that limit,” he said. “We’ve already trimmed a lot of fat off it. There’s not really much I can do other than look at labour.” Items that are decreasing include the forecasted traffic fine revenue, which has been conservatively estimated at $464,000 and is down from the $519,000 in previous years, and salaries in the traffic department. There is one dedicated officer in the traffic section but Rattenbury said a department reorganization will mean patrol officers and those in a new community services section will also be doing road checks. A PMPD officer who has been seconded to the regional Integrated Road Safety Unit (IRSU) will be doing local enforcement as well.

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Stay & Play in Coquitlam for Spring Break Spring Break is coming up March 9 –20, 2015. Coquitlam has lots of camps and activities to keep your kids busy, active and having fun throughout the break. It’s the perfect time to learn to golf, try rock climbing or explore the outdoors in our outdoor recreation camps. Details below:

Nature & Adventure Camp

Kids 7 – 12 years old can expect a week full of exploration, nature-based activities and outdoor adventure! This camp runs out of Victoria Drive Park (3435 Victoria Drive) from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Camp cost is $140.25/week. Register using barcode 501912 for week 1 and 501913 for week 2.

to Friday. The cost is $200.00/week. Register for week 1 using barcode 519012 or week 2 using barcode 510913.

Golf Camps

These full and half day camps are a great opportunity for kids and teens, 7 – 15 years old, to learn the game of golf with certified professionals. Participants will work on their golf swing, play on the mini putt and 9 hole golf course. This camps runs in partnership with Eaglequest Golf. Half day camps (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m./1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.) are $208.00/week; full day camps (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) are $313.95 per week. Find the barcodes for these camps online at www.coquitlam.ca/springbreak. Find a full listing of camps online at www.coquitlam.ca/springbreak or call 604-927-4386 for details.

Rock Climbing Half Day Camp Kids and teens, 8 to 15 years old, can test their climbing skills! Climbing camps will cover the proper use of safety equipment, belaying (rope management), knot tying and safety protocols. The friendly and certified staff at Climb Base5 will instruct your child on the basics of climbing technique and provide tutorials on all aspects of climbing movement. Instruction and games will have your child climbing with confidence by the end of the week. This camp runs in partnership with Base5 Climbing (formally Cliffhanger). The camp runs out of Base5 Climbing (98 Brigantine Dr.) from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Monday

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Music, maple syrup and more make for merry Festival du Bois Sarah Payne

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Get creative, get fit and, most importantly, get to Festival du Bois for some top francophone entertainment.

Friday, Feb. 27 PLAY BALL

Itching to hit the ball field and take a few swings? Slopitch season is fast approaching, with PoCo slo-pitch registration starting today (and running to March 9) for eight teams in each of four divisions. The season runs April 10 to July 19, with games on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Visit www.pocomotion.ca/slopitch for full details.

FESTIVAL DU BOIS

It’s back and better than ever, the 26th annual Festival du Bois at Coquitlam’s Mackin Park. Festival-goers will enjoy a weekend of outstanding entertainment, from tonight’s kick-off with Les Échos du Pacifique and the TriCities Fusion Gospel Choir and continuing with Saturday’s line-up, including the Jocelyn Pettit Band, Lennie Gallant and Le Bal à l’Huile. Sunday kicks off with Mass, followed by a pancake breakfast and more entertainment. In the children’s tent catch Charlotte Diamond, Gretta et Kiki and more. For full festival details visit www.festivaldubois.ca.

FOR THE LAUGH OF IT

There’s music, there’s comedy, they’re The Ladies Who Laugh, and they’re at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) until Saturday night. Pianist Jen McMillan accompanies Bridge Ryan — an actor, singer, playwright, director and co-host of CityTV’s Breakfast Television — complete with ’80s tunes, jazz and more. Tickets are $30/$25/$15 at evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

SHInE A LIGHT

Iranian-Canadian journalist Maziar Bahari presents a screening of To Light a Candle, a documentary on the persecution and denial of education to Bah’ais in Iran, at 6:30 p.m. (in English) and 8:30 p.m. (in Farsi) at Douglas College (1250 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam).

CORnER GAS nIGHT

Catch the Coquitlam Express in action, currently on a five-game winning streak, and chat with Corner Gas stars Brent Butt and Fred Ewanuick, who is originally from Port Moody. The celebrities will be at the game to sign autographs during the first intermission, and donations collected at tonight’s game against the Chilliwack Chiefs will go to the Terry Fox Foundation. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam). Visit www.coquitlamexpress.ca for info.

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The Jocelyn Pettit Band performs at the 26th annual Festival du Bois this weekend at Coquitlam’s Mackin Park in Maillardville. The annual festival celebrates Coquitlam’s francophone heritage with live entertainment, food and activities designed to inspire your inner French Canadian. Fitness and Conditioning to support Share’s after-school recreational programs. The boot camps are for adults and can accommodate any fitness level; they’re at Twist (1776 Broadway St., PoCo) on the last Saturday of the month at 8:30 a.m. (arrive 15 minutes early), and free body composition testing, nutritional hand-outs an prizes will also be given out. Twist will match the $10 donation for the workout and money raised will purchase equipment for Share’s recreational programs and possibly expand the program to other schools. Email share@twisttricities.com to book a spot.

GIVE HER WInGS

The Tri-Cities chapter of Soroptimist International hosts its fifth annual Give Her Wings Gala at the Port Moody Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr.). Cocktails are at 6 p.m. and awards are at 7:30 p.m. Awards and bursaries go to women who are returning to school, as well as to a woman who works or volunteers to help other women. A fourth award goes to a teenaged girl who excels in volunteering. Tickets are $65 (includes a beverage) available at sitricities@soroptimist.net or 604-657-4783. Funds raised support CABE’s Lunch and Learn program, Glory House Evenings, YWCA and Bea’s Kloset. Visit soroptimisttricities.org for more information.

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TC SPOTLIGHT

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RIGHT: Sunday’s Walk 2Talk in support of the I am Someone Let’s End Bullying Society and a new 2Talk texting program for troubled youth drew about 400 people to Port Coquitlam. Participants enjoyed face painting by Riverside secondary art students and entertainment by Port Moody’s Tyson Venegas, nine, who was the youngest participant to clinch the PNE Star Showdown title, in 2013. Members of Second Storey Theatre also took part while Port Coquitlam firefighters helped with the Kindness Pledge Tree.

Quebecois native Michel Campeau will carve an eight-foot tall cedar sculpture of a lumberjack during this weekend’s Festival du Bois in Coquitlam. The finished piece will be a permanent fixture at Mackin Park, where the FrenchCanadian celebrations are taking place on Saturday and Sunday. Visit festivaldubois.ca.

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FELLOWSHIPS

Two Port Coquitlam chartered accountants have been offered a fellowship to recognize their community contributions and service to the profession. This month, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of British Columbia honoured William Cox, an audit and assurance partner with BDO Canada’s Vancouver

office, and John Crawford, the senior VP, CFO and chief risk officer for Pacific Blue Cross and BC Life & Casualty Company.

HOSPICE GIG

A former city manager for Port Moody and mayoral candidate in last fall’s civic election has a new job. The Abbotsford Hospice Society this week named Gaetan Royer as

its new executive director, replacing Bev Brown who stepped in as the volunteer interim executive director last June. Royer, who previously worked for Metro Vancouver’s parks department, will be responsible for the society’s move to Holmberg House, which is currently under construction on the Campus of Care beside Abbotsford Regional Hospital.

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RIGHT TOP: The Coquitlam Search and Rescue Society officially thanked the owners of the Canadian Tire stores in Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam last week for their $25,000 donation. The cash will be spent to replace the team’s aging mobile command centre at a cost of $407,000. To contribute, visit www. coquitlam-sar.bc.ca/initiatives/command-vehicle/. BELOW: The Coquitlambased Children of the Street Society got a $1,000 boost this week courtesy of the Telus community ambassadors. The money will go to the society’s school-based education workshops in the Tri-Cities and Surrey. Called TCO², the program helps kids learn how to be safe from sexual exploitation and human trafficking. PHOTOS SUBMITTED

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Get screen smart, learn Canadian culture & TAG! BOOKS PLUS 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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• Calling Tri-City artists: PMPL showcases the work of Tri-City artists; each month, a different artist displays work on library walls or in the display case. Artists interested in displaying their work should contact Irene Jakse at ijakse@portmoody.ca or 604-469-4692. • Screen-smart kids: On March 4 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., join Eric Meyers from UBC, who will discuss the latest research on how screen time and device use affect preschool and schoolaged kids. This program is presented in partnership with the Tri-Cities Early Childhood and Middle Childhood Development Committees and will be held in the Inlet Theatre. No registration required. • Inlet Book Club: The Inlet Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 1 to 3 p.m. New members are welcome to drop in and join the discussion about new and topical books. On March 4,

clubbers will be discussing The Inconvenient Indian by Thomas King. 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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• TAG, you’re it: Fox’s Teen Advisory Group (TAG) advises and helps to plan and develop teen-oriented programs and services. TAG members organize programs for teens, volunteer as reading buddies and help with other library events. The meetings are fun and always include snacks, and TAG membership looks good on resumes as well as job and college applications. Volunteer hours are granted for attending monthly meetings and volunteering at library events. Membership is open to all teens. If you’d like to join, attend the next meeting on March 17

from 7 to 8 p.m. or visit the library to pick up an application. • Teen movie afternoon: Young people 12 years and older can watch some of the hottest new movies on Fox’s next movie afternoon on Friday, March 20, 2 to 4 p.m. Contact the library for movie titles. 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 604-927-7999.

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Learning Canadian culture: Sandra Martins will present a series of free workshops for people who are new to Canada. Find out about special occasions, including holidays, parties and dining at restaurants — the Canadian way. The scheduled workshops include: • Canadian festivals and holidays: Monday, March 2, 10:30 a.m. to noon at the City Centre branch, Rooms 136 and 137. Special days covered include Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Canada Day, Thanksgiving, Hallowe’en, Remembrance Day and Labour Day. • Special occasions: Monday, March 9, 10:30 a.m. to noon at the City Centre branch, Rooms 136 and 137. Special occasions covered include: weddings,

funerals, graduations, cocktail parties, dinner parties, bridal showers, baby showers, new home showers, potluck dinners, garage sales and bottle drives. • Restaurant and dining etiquette: Monday, March 16, 10:30 a.m. to noon at the City Centre branch, Rooms 136 and 137. Participants will learn about: menus, tipping, table manners and restroom etiquette. To register for one, two, or all three programs, leave a message at 604-937-4155 or contact SUCCESS at 604468-6000 or cctricities@ success.bc.ca. • Hearing clinic: you can learn about hearing function and loss in a pair of sessions on Thursday, March 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Room 127 at the City Centre branch with Connect Hearing’s Peter Chmielewski; 10 to 11 a.m.: he will describe the parts of the ear, their functions and the factors that can cause hearing loss; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., he will conduct free tests to assess the condition of your hearing and help you prepare for your next steps towards better hearing. To register for this free program, leave a message at 604-937-4155. 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.

SPRING BREAK MAGIC IN POCO Award-winning magician Matthew Johnson going to weave his hilarious spell at Terry Fox Library on Monday, March 9 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. Johnson’s show is an interactive blend of magic, juggling, comedy and music. He has performed all over the world and now he is coming to Port Coquitlam to present some magic for families during spring break. Terry Fox Library is located at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Call 604-927-7999 for more information.

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Fashion & history in PM DIANE STRANDBERG THE TRI-CITY NEWS

People shuttling on and off airplanes like cattle may not remember the old days of elegant train travel and other luxury transportation but the Port Moody Heritage Society will bring it all back to life next weekend. On Sunday, March 8, the society will host a fashion show fundraiser highlight-

ing traveling fashion from 1900 to 2000. Noted fashion historian Ivan Sayers will present an educational and glamorous show describing how people used to dress to impress. Using his own collection, Sayer will transport the audience on a 20th century fashion trip of women’s mens and children’s fashions. Sayer is also a noted storyteller with an abundant knowledge of

fashion history. The fashion show will raise funds for the Port Moody Station Museum and tickets cost $27.50 and takes place in the Inlet Theatre at Port Moody city hall at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.inlettheatre. ca or at the museum, located at 2734 Murray St., at Rocky Point Park. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com @dstrandbergTC

Taking a (stationary) trip on the Venosta rail car at Port Moody Station Museum dressed in period fashion are staff Katie May-Rashke, Jessica Poland and Jim Millar. They are promoting an traveling fashion show fundraiser for the PoMo museum taking place March 8 at the Inlet Theatre.

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ERHA offERS $1,000

If you’re a student aiming for a career in health care, Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary may have some cash for you. ERHA is handing out its annual $1,000 bursary to a graduating student living in the Tri-Cities and planning on pursuing a post-secondary education in a health care field. Closing date for applications is March 31 and further eligibility details and application forms are available at all Tri-City secondary schools as well as at the Eagle Ridge Hospital gift shop. For more information, call ERHA bursary chair Diana Wise at 604-936-6189.

TEENS’ QUIZ NIGHT

Local young people can bring their competitive spirit to Port Coquitlam’s Terry Fox Library for Teen Quiz Night. This free event — to be held on Thursday, March 12 from 7 to 9 p.m. — will feature snacks, prizes and more. Teens can form a team or come alone. For more information, call 604-9277999 or visit Terry Fox Library at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Fox is part of the Fraser Valley Regional Library system (www.fvrl.ca).

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round the world, the development of technologies for hydraulic fracturing — commonly known as fracking — has resulted in the discovery of seemingly abundant supplies of natural gas. This has caused the price of natural gas to plummet. But where fracking is occurring, local communities are raising concerns over issues such as contamination of drinking water, frackinginduced earthquakes and diminishing air quality. Despite such concerns, the B.C. government clearly intends to support the extraction and export of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in hopes of creating an economic boom. The problems associated with fracking are, by now, fairly well documented. In the Peace region of B.C., the backwoods are fragmented with an ever-growing network of roads and seismic lines created by the gas industry in search for new wells. This diminishes the value of habitat for the species which rely on intact forests for their survival. Local communities have also been impacted. Earthquakes measuring up to 3.8 on the Richter scale have been recorded in the Horn River Basin of B.C. Fracking requires the injection of large quantities of water with additives into the ground, which forces natural gas to the surface. One well in northeastern B.C. is reported to have had toxic water equivalent to the volume of 24 World Trade Centre towers injected into it. Sadly, the regulations for disposal of this water and other fracking-associated techniques are considered

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How natural gas gets from to your stove is crucial and Elaine Golds argues an proposed Howe Sound LNG plant has too much impact for too little environmental benefit.

FOR THE BIRDS (AND BURKE) Burke Mountain Naturalists hold their monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10 in the hall of Como Lake United Church, 535 Marmont St., Coquitlam. Expert birder Larry Cowan will give a slide presentation on his recent Peruvian birding adventure. Admission to the meeting is free and all are welcome to attend. For more information, call 604936-4108 or visit www.bmn.bc.ca. to be quite inadequate in B.C. The Environmental Law Centre at the University of Victoria published a report last year that documented the need for vastly improved regulations and better government oversight of the fracking industry in this province. In addition to these concerns, these new gas wells are often leaky and discharge unknown quantities of carbon dioxide and methane into the atmosphere. Sometimes, emissions from wells are flared, which means the methane is burned to produce carbon dioxide, a less potent greenhouse gas. Nonetheless, unmeasured

amounts of greenhouses gases are escaping in areas where gas wells are abundant. Scientists in the U.S. were dismayed to recently discover a vast plume of methane over leaky gas fields in New Mexico. While natural gas should be a cleaner-burning fossil fuel than either coal or oil, many experts are worried that, with all the problems associated with fracking, fracked gas is more likely to be the equivalent of coal with regard to its global warming potential. All of these concerns might make you think that fracking-derived natural gas should be used care-

fully and cautiously to limit its impact on global warming. You would be wrong. Instead, industry is racing to exploit the apparent abundance of natural gas. The export of this natural gas brings another problem. Natural gas must be compressed into a liquid for shipment and export and such compression requires large amounts of energy, which can add significantly to its global warming footprint. While most of the proposals for natural gas export terminals are in northern B.C., one has been proposed for Howe Sound at the former Wood Fibre plant site. Information sessions as part of the B.C. Environmental Assessment process were recently held regarding this proposal. Because of concerns about local air quality in Squamish, the B.C. government has already decided the Wood Fibre plant will use electricity purchased from BC Hydro to compress natural gas for shipment.

The Wood Fibre plant, expected to export 2.1 million tonnes of LNG per year, will be relatively small compared to the proposed plants further north. Nonetheless, compressing the natural gas will consume a huge amount of electricity: an estimated 140 megawatts (MW) per year. In addition to compressing gas for export, using the existing pipeline through the Coquitlam drinking watershed will require additional compression since this pipe cannot be enlarged or twinned. Because the compressor station is relatively close to residential areas on Westwood Plateau, electricity will used for compression rather than building new gas-fired compressors. This will require an additional 30 MW of electricity. An additional compressor station near Squamish will require a further 10 MW, which makes the total demand for electricity for this one small plant to be 180 MW per year. For a small LNG plant, this is a huge amount of electricity. In fact, it could be considered to be equivalent to about one third the output of Site C. Although the nameplate capacity of Site C is 1,100 MW, hydro plants depend on water flow, which varies throughout the year. Thus, the effective MW capacity of Site C is approximately half its nameplate capacity. Given that Site C is expected to cost about $9 billion, the provincial government seems surprisingly willing to provide costly electricity to help sustain the very questionable LNG industry. Another concern is Site C is not expected to be online until 2021 at the earliest so, in the meantime, it’s unclear where an additional 180 MW of capacity can be found. With the Wood Fibre LNG plant possibly operating as soon as 2017 and Port Moody’s gas-fired Burrard Thermal scheduled to shut down in 2016, BC Hydro could be facing a severe shortage of capacity in the very near future.

Once again, this calls into question the wisdom of the provincial government’s decision to shut down Burrard Thermal. Wouldn’t it be wiser to ask the B.C. Utilities Commission to review this decision? Elaine Golds is a Port Moody environmentalist who is conservation/education chair of the Burke Mountain Naturalists, chair of the Colony Farm Park Association and a founding director of the board of the Port Moody Ecological Society.

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• Rhymes of Times with PoCo Heritage Society, 10:30–11:30 a.m., Heritage at Leigh Square, 150–2248 McAllister Ave., PoCo. There’s a story behind every birth – a few will be shared in this month’s session. Feel free to bring along photos or other memorabilia to share. Info: info@pocoheritage.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 3 • Coquitlam prostate cancer support and awareness group (PCCN Coquitlam) monthly meeting, 7 p.m., Pinetree community centre, Coquitlam. Speaker will be discussing prostate cancer treatment options and the various doctors involved. All those involved with prostate problems are urged to come and share their concerns and experiences in a strictly confidential atmosphere. There is no charge (donations are accepted). Info: Norm, 604-936-8703 or Ken, 604-936-2998.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 • Hyde Creek Watershed Society monthly meeting, 7:15 p.m., Hyde Creek Education Centre and Hatchery, 3636 Coast Meridian Rd., PoCo. Public invited to attend and learn about what society does and tour the hatchery. Info: hcws.info@gmail.com or www.hydecreek.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 7 • PoCo Party 2015, organized by PoCo Heritage and Cultural Society, includes free events at Leigh Square from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. plus PoCo’s 102nd birthday party from 7-9 p.m. ($25 in advance) in the Gathering Place. Info: pocoparty.ca.

SUNDAY, MARCH 8 • Ivan Sayers hosts fashion review of historical men’s and women’s traveling fashions from 1900 to 2000 at Inlet Theatre in Port Moody, 2-4 p.m. Sayers is a fashion historian who specializes in the study of women’s, men’s and children’s fashions from 1650 to the present. Admission: $27.50. Info: info@portmoodymuseum. org or 604-939-1648.

march 3: women in history • Heritage Detectives with PoCo Heritage Society, 10:30–11:30 a.m., Heritage at Leigh Square, 150–2248 McAllister Ave., PoCo. In honour of International Women’s Day on March 8, join the Heritage Detectives as they pay tribute to the dedicated women of PoCo’s past who shaped its future; bring along any photos or information on the subject to share with the group. Info: info@pocoheritage.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 10

• Burke Mountain Naturalists’ monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m., in the hall of Como Lake United Church, Coquitlam. Expert birder Larry Cowan will give a slide presentation on his recent Peruvian birding adventure. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend. Info: 604-936-4108 or www.bmn.bc.ca.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11

• Caregiver Support Meeting, 10-11:30 a.m., Astoria Retirement Resort, 2245 Kelly St., PoCo. All caregivers are welcome to attend. Info: Karen, 778789-1496. • Caregiver Support Meeting, 6-8:30 p.m., Maillardville community centre, 1200 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam. All caregivers are welcome to attend. Info: Karen, 778-7891496.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12

• Women’s Connection Luncheon hosted by TriCity Christian Women’s Club, noon, Executive Inn, 405 North Rd., Coquitlam. Feature: fashion show, Tanjay & Alia with Eby. Speaker: Lil McIntosh on “Unlocking the Treasures Within.” Reservations by March 10: Frieda, 604937-7198.

FRIDAY, MARCH 13

• Caregiver Support Meeting, 10-11:30 a.m., Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. All caregivers are welcome to attend. Info: Karen, 778789-1496.

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Gillingham-trained and centre works in cooperation with SD43. Registration is ongoing. Info: frcdistrict43@gmail.com. • Parents, grandparents, and caregivers who want to connect with others who are raising children, gain and offer support and understanding, gain information about parenting and other concerns, and have their children cared for while doing so, free of charge, can join a parent support circle. Parent Support Services of BC runs a Wednesday evening circle in Burquitlam. The support circle is an anonymous, confidential selfhelp group for parents with children 12 years old and under. Info: 604-669-1616 or www.parentsupportbc. ca. • Ignite Choir at Eagle Ridge Bible Fellowship is for kids 6-14 who love to sing, dance and act; the goal is to give children and youth an introduction to music and. The choir meets Wednesdays, 3:304:30 p.m., beginning Feb. 13. Info: www.erbf.com. • Breastfeeding or pregnant and wanting to learn more? Looking for information or help? La Leche League Coquitlam groups offer informal, guided discussions and a chance to

email: newsroom@tricitynews.com phone: 604-472-3030 www.tricitynews.com/calendar connect with other nursing mothers. New meeting location: Share Family and Community Services, 2615 Clarke St., PoMo. Meetings held second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. Women interested in breastfeeding and their children are invited to free monthly LLL meetings. Info: 604-520-4623 or www.lllc.ca. • Baker’s Corner Preschool is a parent-participation pre-school that offers play-based classes for three- and four-year-olds and is located in Baker Drive elementary school, 885 Baker Dr., Coquitlam. Info: 604-461-5848 or www.bakerscornerpreschool.com. • Share Family and Community Services hosts free parent and tot drop–in, 9-11:30 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays at Seaview community school, 1215 Cecile Dr., PoMo. This is a free play–based program for children up to five years old and their parents/ caregivers. Info: Azar, 604–936-3900. • Parent and Tot Drop-in: open to parents with children from birth to 5 years old; offers safe and nurturing environment; children learn songs, stories and eat healthy snacks together; parents are full participants; free; open 9-11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Mountain View elementary school, Coquitlam, and 9-11 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Seaview elementary school, PoMo. Info: Arshia, 604-9376971. • Tri-City Family Place, a drop in centre for children up to five with their caregivers, is open Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and Saturday,

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9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (September to June), 2062 Manning Ave., PoCo. Info: 604-942-4672. • Share Family and Community Services parent support circle runs Fridays from 6 to 8 p.m., Mountain View elementary school, 740 Smith Ave., Coquitlam. Open to all parents, grandparents and/or caregivers. Participation is free and childminding and snacks are available. Info: 604937-6970. • Pleasantside Play Pals, a non-profit parentparticipation play group for newborns to pre-schoolers at Old Orchard Hall, PoMo;

parents/caregivers invited every Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30-11:30 p.m. • Parents and tots gather to play and learn in a Jewish-themed environment, Burquest Jewish Community Centre, 2680 Dewdney Trunk Rd., Coquitlam. Info: 604-5527221 or info@burquest. org. • Step By Step Child Development Society Family Resource Rooms open for drop-in at the following locations: Old Orchard Hall in Ioco Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11 a.m., Harbour View elementary school

Monday and Wednesday from 9:30-11 a.m. and at the Blue Mountain Park Scouts’ Hall on Wed from 10-11:30. Call 604-9311977 for more information or visit the website at www. step-by-step.ca • Millside Family Resource Centre is open Fridays, 9-11 a.m. for parents and caregivers with kids up to 6 years; staff co-ordinate play, circle time and crafts. Millside elementary is at 1432 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam. Info: Arshia, 604-5409161. see page A24

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facilitators for their support groups. PSSSBC runs self-help circles located throughout the Lower Mainland and is searching for professional and supportive individuals to assist grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. Info: samrah.mian@parentsupportbc.ca. • Share Family and Community Services’ Youth Substance Use Services and Community and School-Based Prevention Program is holding a free education and support group for parents/caregivers who are concerned about their youth and substance use. The group runs on Mondays for through March 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Share’s office, 2615 Clarke St., Port Moody. Interested parents/caregivers can contact intake at 604-9376969 to sign up for the program, which began on Jan. 12. • Are you a new immigrant? Do you have questions, concerns and/ or need help? Call RCCG Trinity Chapel at 604-4743131 on Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., or leave a message and someone will get back to you. The church can help or direct you to places where you could receive help. • Share Family and Community Services will be offering a Parent/ Caregiver’s Circle for those concerned about their youth and their substance use on Tuesdays through March 11, at Share, 2615 Clarke St. (2nd floor), Port Moody, 6:30-8:30 p.m. To

reserve a spot or for more information: 604-9366969. • RCCG Trinity Chapel is opening a food bank for individuals and families in need and appreciates gifts and support. If you are able to donate nonperishable food items, call 604-474-3131 or email rccgtrinitychapeloffice@ gmail.com. • A new group of elders who focus on working with youth within School District 43 welcomes anyone who has knowledge they want to share or who just wants to be involved. Group meets Fridays, 11 a.m., Wilson Centre, PoCo. Info: Carole, 604-376-6205 or Claudia, 604-525-8163, or email: thestorytellingelders@gmail.com. • Tri-City Transitions is hosting Learning to Be the Best I Can Be, an ongoing peer support group for women who have experienced abuse or family conflict. Topics include: the impact of abuse, selfesteem, communication, listening skills and more, including ideas suggested by participants For more information or registration, call 604-941-6311. • Tri-City Transitions’ free Children Who Witness Abuse Program provides individual and group counselling for children ages 3 through 18 who have lived in a family where they have been witness to physical, emotional, mental or verbal abuse. Through support, education and counselling children will have the opportunity to heal the emotional wounds of re-

lationship violence, build self-esteem and to stop the intergenerational cycle of abuse. Info: 604-9417111. • Registration is ongoing for boys and girls for the 5th Coquitlam Scouting group for the Beaver Colony (K–Grade 2), Cub Pack (Grades 3–5) and Scout Troop (Grades 6–8). This Scouting group meets at Baker Drive elementary school, 885 Baker Dr., Coquitlam. Info: casanna@ shaw.ca. • Girl Guides takes registrations on an ongoing basis for Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, Rangers and adult women volunteers. Training and mentoring available for new volunteers. Info: www. girlguides.ca or call 1-800565-8111. • Kiddies Korner Preschool still has spaces available. Info: 604-9414919 or info@kkp.ca. • Tri-City Transitions is hosting My Money, My Choices: Financial Education for Women, a free program designed to empower women survivors of domestic violence. The program focus is to increase women’s economic participation and self-sufficiency through financial education and skill. Info and registration: 604-9416311

shop, located at 2811B Shaughnessy St., PoCo; applications available at the store during open hours, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursdays; noon-3 p.m. Sundays. • Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland is look-

ing for volunteer tutors for Study Buddy program, which gives young girls the educational support they need by matching them in a one-to-one tutoring relationship. To be a Study Buddy volunteer, you must be female, age 19 or older, have a high school diploma, some post-secondary education (completed or in-process), and some experience helping others learn. Study Buddies spend one hour a week tutoring a Little Sister for a minimum of six months. Info: 604-873-4525 Ext. 300 or info@bigsisters. bc.ca. • Hyde Creek Watershed Society is looking for volunteers to assist with programs and operations; society is made up of vol-

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unteers of all ages who donate time that will fit their schedules. A few hours during the month would benefit this group. If you have an interest in helping with hatchery tours, building operations or event planning, email hydecreek. info@gmail.com. Info: www. hydcreek.org. • Volunteers wanted for Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary Weekend Coffee Program in the main lobby at ERH; openings for both Saturday and Sunday shifts. Info: 604-544-1470. • Crossroads Hospice Society is looking for volunteers to help with its meat draw at the Arms Pub in Port Coquitlam on Friday evenings. Info: Shannon, 604-945-0606.

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• Mountain View Family Resource Centre is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9-11:30 a.m. for parents and caregivers with kids up to 6 years; staff co-ordinate play, circle time and crafts. Mountain View elementary is at 740 Smith Ave., Coquitlam. Info: Arshia, 604-5409161. • Drop-in for parents/ caregivers and children 5 and younger, 9:30 a.m.12:30 p.m., Wednesdays, Birchland School Family Place, 1331 Fraser St., PoCo. Info: Westcoast Family Resources Society, 604-941-7828. • Como Lake United church children’s choir for kids ages 6 to 10 meets Mondays, 6:30 p.m., 535 Marmont St., Coquitlam. Info: Elena, 604-468-2733. • Christian Service Brigade and Senior Girls Alive at Westwood Community Church, 1294 Johnson St., Coquitlam, invite youth 11-18 to join them on Wednesday nights 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. for Battalion program. Info: Ronnie Tan, 604-9081847. • Autism Tri-Cities information and support group for adults with relatives with autism spectrum disorder. Info: Clair, 604-9395157. • Coquitlam Play Centre parent participation play group meets, 9:15 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays at Place Maillardville, 1200 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam. Info: 604-936-2303. • PoCoMo Mothers of Multiples club meets the third Thursday of the month. Info: Brenda, 604937-5534. • Simon Fraser Society for Community Living hosts Family Support, Education and Networking Group, for families with children with developmental or physical disabilities throughout the school year. For more information, please contact the Family and Individual Support Program at 604525-9494. • Parents Together is a mutual help group for parents experiencing conflict with their teen(s), meets in PoCo. Info: 604-325-0556. • Learning Disabilities Association meets the third Thursday of each month at the family resource centre at Westwood elementary school, PoCo, 7-9 p.m. • Tough Love support group meets Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., Stoney Creek community centre (in Burnaby) For parents with children in trouble or experiencing difficulties. Info: Cathy, 604-464-2437. • The Ark Child Services, a non-profit counselling agency specializing in supporting families going through separation and divorce, has an office in the Tri-Cities. Info: Lee Cassels, 604-461-2124. • Children with Diabetes parent support group meets monthly. Speakers present information for living with Type 1 Diabetes. Social activities are also planned for the children and their families. Info: Carol, 604-931-2027.

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Reykjavik, Iceland. averages about six hours. We’re just about It’s as though we are driving over an hour and a half before sunrise. breakfast cereal. At that time, I’ll better be able to see these The “crunch, crunch, crunch, crunch” capable SUVs and their performance abilsound of the crisp snow below the ities. Right now, I’m feeling its four-wheel all-new 2015 Land Rover Discovery drive (4WD) system at work. The standard Sport’s cabin is both appetizing and Terrain Response system is set to snow/ice/ unnerving. gravel, and the seat warmers are on full As we traverse The studded tires bite into the slipblast. pery surface, which calms the nerves the topography, it’s I’m also feeling the comfort and hospitality almost as though but visibility is slim to none – save of its gracefully executed cabin and am that illuminated by our headlights enjoying the calm of the interior environone of the Norse – and traction changes after every ment. It might be frigid and rough outside, gods, or trolls, is rotation of the rubbers. Yet, I have but not from where I’m sitting. looking over us confidence in myself, the tires and The Discovery Sport will be available with from above and a vehicle whose DNA stems from one engine in Canada, and a great one at a lineage of predecessors born in that. It’s a 2.0L, turbocharged 4-cylinder shaking a sifter of environments devoid of traction. with 240 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of powdered sugar. Though it’s 9:08 a.m., the sun has yet torque. It’s then matched with a 9-speed Alexandra Straub to show itself and a blanket of pitch automatic transmission whose shifts black envelops the country. To add are as smooth as some of the ice we’re to the ambiance, Iceland is a place driving upon. It doesn’t feel underpowwhere mythical beings are embedded in its folklore! ered yet is relatively humble in power numbers. As we traverse the topography, it’s almost as though Regardless, for what most people will do with this, one of the Norse gods, or trolls, is looking over us from it’s plenty. above and shaking a sifter of powdered sugar. This There’s also room for up to seven passengers (there’s dusting of snow is a fanciful act of beauty in the dark a 5+2 configuration with stadium seating available) setting. and a wading depth of 600mm (24-inches), which I can’t see much around me. At all. But I know that we tested out as we crossed a river. Yes, a river. one side of the trail we’re navigating is a steep drop Just don’t open your doors for any reason in the off. While I’d love to drift the compact luxury SUV process. through some fantastic curves on these abandoned Other premium features include six USB outroads, now is not the time to try to be a hero. I’ll wait lets, 829L of cargo space behind the second for another opportunity and the absence of a cliff. row seats and an infotainment system that is In 100 metres, we will be turning left onto a street fairly intuitive to use. whose name I couldn’t pronounce correctly even if the Throughout the day, our travels took us over prize was a large sum of money. Streets in this part almost every imaginable surface in Iceland: of Iceland are not marked per se. We best follow the snow, ice, gravel, rocks, rivers, pavement, water GPS-based instruction if we want to stay on track. and more. Iceland’s sliver of sunlight per day during the winter When we ended our adventure in Reykjavik, the “tap,

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tap, tap, tap” of the studded tires resembled that of a mouse tap-dancing. The pitter-patter over the cobblestone streets meant our day was done, but not without being filled with everlasting memories. Iceland, a country that is hauntingly barren yet its winter beauty suggests a feeling of warmth (along with its geothermal baths and activity.) And the companionship of the Land Rover Discovery Sport only added to the magic of the world’s northernmost capital city. The Land Rover Discovery Sport is set to arrive this spring and has a starting MSRP of $41,490.

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Stylishly built for the Great White North Not that long ago, if an allwheel drive (AWD) vehicle was on a buyer’s shopping list, the options were largely limited to SUVs and trucks. Today the automotive landscape has exploded with manufacturers offering many more AWD vehicles. In fact, 48 percent of all vehicles purchased in Canada come with AWD or four-wheel drive (4X4). For Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Canada (Formerly Chrysler Canada) the percentage is even higher, at roughly 58 percent. Thanks, in part, to the success of the Jeep brand and the many vehicles sold under that off-road-ready marque. The latest entry, the Jeep Renegade, will be arriving at dealerships around April but just last week I had a chance to drive this small Jeep in classic Canadian winter conditions just outside of Montreal. Looks: The setting for the winter driving program was at ICAR, an enthusiast’s

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racing facility built on the abandoned aprons and taxiways of the old Mirabel airport, including a slalom course, road coarse and off-road adventure. The bold orange Renegade instantly jumped out against the howling wind and at-times, whiteout conditions. The Renegade is built in Europe on the same platform that Fiat uses to make the all-new Fiat 500X. This cost sharing, multi-vehicle offensive is what has helped Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) to be so successful over the past few years. The engineering and design was done in Michigan to insure the Renegade has all the classic Jeep characteristics, from the round headlamps

and classic Jeep grille, to the trapezoidal wheel arches, appropriate ground clearance and overall bold styling. The Renegade is smaller than the Compass and Patriot models in the lineup, helping to promote the red-hot, small crossover segment even further. Inside: With a high seating position and boxy roofline, the Renegade has a lot of headroom and large windows, making this compact crossover feel open and airy. The dash and surrounding trim is filled with eye-catching touches, like the speaker grilles and air vents that come painted for more panache. The front seats are supportive and provide a nice look down the long hood, making this feel more “trucky” The back seats offer plenty of room in this class and the cargo area is what Jeep calls class leading. Prices start at $19,995 for base Sport model with front wheel drive (FWD) and the first AWD model starts

at $25,995. The volume leader will be the North trim with alloy wheels, starting at $27,494 for an AWD version. The problem will be the higher end trims, like the $31,995 Limited, that look pricey compared to a bigger to a compact SUV, like a Honda CR-V, with a much more powerful engine, vastly bigger interior and a $30,000 AWD starting price. Drive: FCA didn’t just have the Renegade to drive in frozen weather, rather a selection of the seventeen vehicles they offer with AWD or 4X4 capability. They were clear to point out that nine of the twenty-six models have AWD available even on the base trim. The Renegade’s base AWD system is a lighter weight active power train that can disconnect the rear wheels to save fuel but reconnect them in a fraction of a second if the temperature drops of the windshield wipers are turned on. On dry pavement, the system only needs to detect the

ONLINE EXTRAS AT DRIVEWAYBC.CA • The all-new Volvo is all-Swedish • Driving from St. John’s to Victoria • Five Canadian classic cars slightest wheel slippage to engage the AWD capability. In addition there is a terrain select knob in each model that lets the driver choose between auto, snow, sand, mud and rocks to alert the Renegades’ traction control, stability control and engine/ transmission electronics to keep the Jeep moving in different situations. The ultimate is the AWD system with a low setting for crawling over rocks, something Jeep purists appreciate.

Verdict: The Jeep Renegade follows on the heels of some other stylish compact crossover vehicles like the Kia Soul and Nissan Juke that provide a bit more flair, rather than just practicality. This new Renegade also has the advantage of being equipped with two sophisticated AWD systems to keep it ahead of the pack. The base engine is a 1.4L turbo 4-cylinder with 160hp but this model is only available with a 6-speed manual transmission; if the

buyer wants and automatic, the larger 180hp 2.4L 4-cylinder is fitted with a class leading 9-speed automatic. There is a whopping $2,990 premium to get the larger engine and automatic on the Sport trim and just $1,495 on the North, excluding the price premium to get AWD. At the end of the day this Jeep has a very attractive exterior and interior and is something fresh in one of the hottest segments in the market. The price can jump very, very quickly if the buyer wants AWD and automatic. Time will tell if buyers will spend the extra to buy the higher end models. zack.spencer @drivewaybc.ca

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NEW HOME DEVELOPMENT

At Bradley House you’re just steps to the natural amenities of Coquitlam River and Lafarge Lake, yet top schools, shops, the Evergreen Line, performing arts venues and eateries are just minutes away.

Bradley House features unparalleled location within Coquitlam Looking for a move-in ready apartment conveniently located in Coquitlam Town Centre? Look no further than Bradley House by Polygon - the latest collection of two-bedroom residences located in the master-planned community of Windsor Gate. Offering the perfect combination of convenient location and impressive interiors, Bradley House is an easy place to picture your life. “When you live at Bradley House, you’re not just a homeowner,” says sales manager Theresa Liljedahl. “You’re part of an exciting, welldesigned master-planned community that has become Central Coquitlam’s premier place to live.” A connected-community in a flourishing neighbourhood, Bradley House is only minutes away from urban amenities like Coquitlam Town Centre, with over 200 shops and services, as well as top schools like Pinetree Secondary and David Lam campus at Douglas College. You can also explore the great outdoors, with nearby Coquitlam River and Lafarge Lake, or enjoy access to endless parks. For the busy commuter, rapid transit options are readily available with the West Coast Express, and continue to expand with the Evergreen Line, expected to complete in fall 2016. This limited collection of homes showcases exceptional brick architecture and cedar detailing. Interiors are easy to love with nine-foot ceilings and open floor plans. Homes also feature designer kitchens with stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and choice of dark or light laminate flat-panel cabinetry, as well as oversized windows and spacious decks and patios to extend your living space outside. “Residents will enjoy all the benefits of being a part of a well-established master-planned community, including membership to the exclusive

Contemporary interiors feature open plan layouts, gourmet kitchens with stone counters, stainless steel appliances and spacious decks or patios for outdoor living. Nakoma Club and its 18,000- square-feet of resort-style amenities,” says Liljedahl. “The Nakoma Club features an outdoor swimming pool, whirlpool, fully-equipped fitness studio, gymnasium, guest suites for out-of-town visitors, and an activity program that will keep you busy year-round.” With over 25,000 happy homeowners to date, Polygon is among the most well-established and highly respected home builders in British Co-

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Heritage Woods Kodiak player Areez Saleh, left, makes a shot while teammates Sean Elder looks looks on during an 87-57 win over Enver Creek secondary in the Fraser Valley playoffs last week.

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Ravens soar into FV finals Team ranked No. 1 in B.C. GaRy McKenna

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The Terry Fox Ravens are gearing up for a trip to the Fraser Valley Championships this weekend, which will be held at the Langley Events Centre. Because of the team’s winning record throughout the playoffs, they have already locked up a berth, and are scheduled to take

on Yale in the tournament that decides who moves on to the B.C. AAAA high school basketball provincials next month. Fox, currently ranked No. 1 in the province, has had a strong showing this week. The club started off the Fraser Valley play downs with a 93-54 win over Seaquam last Friday, before downing North Surrey 88-81 in the closest game of the Ravens’ post season. If Terry Fox is successful Friday night, they will play either Semiahmoo or Lord

Tweedsmuir in the Fraser Valley finals. If they fall to Yale, the club will play for third place against a team that has not yet been determined. The Ravens are not the only Tri-City team to makes its way through the preliminary rounds. The Heritage Woods Kodiaks started off the week with a win, taking down Enver Creek secondary 87-57. However, on Monday the team struggled against a surging Yale secondary squad, which defeated the

Port Moody club 97-67. That set the stage for a third game Thursday night against Pitt Meadows secondary, which took place after The Tri-City News’ deadline. There are a few Tri-City teams whose season has come to an end. Port Moody secondary had a difficult time in its first game against Panorama Ridge, losing 74-42 and exiting the tournament. The Centennial secondary Centaurs won their first-round game, defeat-

ing MEI secondary 76-64 on Wednesday. However, a 101-56 loss to Walnut Grove last Friday, followed up with a 62-49 loss to Pitt Meadows means the Cents will be joining Port Moody in making an early exit at the tournament. The AAAA boys high school basketball provincial championships will take place between Wednesday, March 11 and Saturday, March 14 at the Langley Events Centre. For more information go to www. bcboysbasketball.com.

COQUITLAM EXPRESS

Corner Gas night in Coq. The stars of Canadian comedy sitcom Corner Gas will be signing autographs at tonight’s Coquitlam Express game against the Chilliwack Chiefs. Brent Butt, who played himself, and Fred Ewanuick, who played Hank on the hit television series will be on hand at the Poirier Sport and Leisure

Complex to greet fans and take donations for the Terry Fox Foundation. The popular Canadian television sitcom aired on CTV and the Comedy Network between 2004 and 2009 and eventually spawned a movie. Puck drop for tonight’s game is at 7 p.m.

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The Coquitlam Metro-Ford SC Under 18 Division 3 Crusaders had a terrific game but were defeated by the Port Moody Heat in the second last round of the TriCities Youth Soccer Association Cup Play. The whole team has played great this season, however special mention should be made of central defender, Number 18, Ishawn Johal who has worked consistently all season and was outstanding in this game. The player between the two teams was very even with both teams getting shots on net, but no clear advantage. In the 89th minute, Port Moody capitalized on a rebound from the keeper to score the only goal.

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Lam skates his way to Shanghai A handful of Coquitlam Skating Club members have racked up a large number of frequent flyer points over the last few weeks. Long-time competitor Ronald Lam placed 13 out of 26 athletes at the Four Continents Figure Skating Championships in Seoul, Korea on the weekend, finishing with the eighth best technical score. With the showing, Lam has qualified for the world championships, which are scheduled to take place in Shanghai, China at the end of March. “Ronald will be competitive next month at the world championships,” said Bruno Delmaestro, a coach with the club in an email. Lam also had another strong showing at the World University Games last week, where he took sixth out of 24 competitors. Lam is not the only

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Mavis Chan of Coquitlam had a strong performance in the adult bronze free skate division at the West Coast Challenge skating event at the Poirier Sport and Recreation Complex last week.

A’s Are golden At B.C. tourney

A handful of teams with the Coquitlam Adanacs Field Lacrosse Association racked up some hardware at the B.C. Field Lacrosse Provincials at the Burnaby Sports and Leisure Complex last weekend. In the under-16 tier 1 division, the A’s took gold, while also racking up the top spot in the under-14 tier 1 division. Not to be out done, the under-12 tier 1 squad also grabbed a banner at the B.C. tourney, with Adanac runner Carter Clark being named tournament MVP. In tier 2, Adanacs MVP Gordy Bowden led his squad to a gold in the under-19 division, while Port Coquitlam hoisted the main prize in the tier 1 division, with Ty Goff being named MVP. On the female side, the Port Coquitlam under-15 squad took bronze at the Women’s Field invitational, which was taking place at the same time as the male provincials. Adanacs women’s field lacrosse player Alex Maddaloni was named tournament MVP.

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

Applicants should have an inspectors ticket, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. Experience in a freight fleet environment would be preferred as this is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers. Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canada’s largest regional freight carriers. For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889

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INCOME TAX. TAJ DAMJI 604-781-0315. Pickup delivery in Tri City Free. Singles $45 Couples $80. No limit on number of slips.

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Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. One (1) position is an afternoon shift starting at 3:30PM and working until midnight and the other position (1) has an 11:30PM start working until 8:00AM.

(604)465-1311

$59.00 Per Ton

Meadows Landscape Supply

bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

GARDENING

7 Days / Week

SBroken Concrete RocksS $24.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $24.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

www.jnlreno.com Shane 604-690-7565 “Family Owned & Operated in the Tri-Cities”

300

MISC SERVICES

✶Dump Site Now Open✶

New or Used CAR or TRUCK

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.

317

Renovations/Repairs/Building S Bathrooms S Basements S Suites S Decks / Sheds S Plumbing S Flooring / Tiles S Electrical

604-728-3009

FENCING

CLEAN UP S Hedge Trim S Lawn Cuts S Tree Pruning Yard Maintenance Insured S Guaranteed John 778-867-8785

ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

Current and overdue Over 15yrs exp. Starting at $50.00 per return Free check-up of last year return

. Lawns N More, Lawn Repair and Hydroseeding. 604-202-1956, www.lawnsnmore.ca

RENO & REPAIR

info@jkbconstruction.com www.jkbconstruction.com

HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations Repairs - 604.878.5232

OFFICE CLERK

Part-time - 3 Days/week

Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic

Residential & Commercial

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

Prompt Delivery Available

Required for well established food importing company in Port Coquitlam. Candidate should have excellent communication and computer skills. Duties to include a variety of tasks. Mon, Wed & Thurs, 8am-4pm

www.msrconstruction.net

“Award Winning Renovations” 32 Years of Experience

DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating Call Tobias 604.782.4322

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

203

604-512-9947

M.S. Rad Construction Inc.

NO JOB TOO SMALL!

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

TRADES, TECHNICAL

ELECTRICAL

1-A1 BRAR CEDAR FENCING, chain link & landscaping. Block retaining wall. Reasonable rates. Harry 604-719-1212, 604-306-1714

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Quality Work Guaranteed

Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions Call 604-690-3327

Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062

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

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VECTOR RENO’S

LANDSCAPING

INSURED / WCB / LICENSED

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

275

138

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

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

300

RENOVATIONS INTERIOR / EXTERIOR

Member of BBB & WCB

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

604-251-3382

www.midascontruction.ca

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

260 181

182 WAREHOUSING & MANUFACTURING

FREE ESTIMATES

287

CONSTRUCTION INC Carpentry Services Remove & replace concrete sidewalks, driveways, retaining walls, drainage.

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

• Basement Suites • Kitchens • Baths • Remodels • Additions • Flooring • Painting • Drywall • Much More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771 HOME REPAIRS, renovations, plumbing, electrical, carpentry & painting. Reas rates. 604-945-7099.

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MOVING & STORAGE

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 338

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

$45/Hr

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

PLUMBING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 372

SUNDECKS

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005

551

Classified Advertising bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

341

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALE - all contents Port Moody Legion, 2513 Clarke St. Sat Feb 28 & Sun March 1. DOORS OPEN 10AM - 4PM. Tables, chairs, kitchenware, equipment, decorations, memorabilia, collectables, etc. www.legion119.ca

We’re your #1 source for

604-537-4140

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

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

INTERIOR / Exterior Repaints & New Construction Ceiling Painting/Drywall Repair

374

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Tree Removal/Topping/Spiral Thinning/Hedge Trimming/Stump Grinding. Free Estimates. WCB/Fully Insured

EAGLE ROOFING Tar & Gravel D Asphalt D Interlocking shingles D Torch-on Membrane D Laminated shingles

Craig 604 - 240 - 7594

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

TREE SERVICES TREE BROTHERS SPECIALIST

Call Ian 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

560

REAL ESTATE

$50 Off with this Ad Jerry, 604-500-2163

627

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

706

GARIBALDI Court (604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge 2 Bedroom 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 MAPLE RIDGE

1 & 2 Bdrms available $840/mo & $940/mo

Great Location

Queen Anne Apts. Includes: Heat, Hot Water

604-467-6065

FIVE STAR ROOFING

RENTALS

12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certiﬁed Crime Free Buildings

706

736

604-463-2236 604-463-7450

APARTMENT/CONDO

Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work

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

356

NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.245.9069

Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Free Estimates * Fully Insured

PATRICK’S RUBBISH REMOVAL *Landscape *Trimming *Yard Clean *Const. Clean. *ANYTHING!!! 1 Ton Truck. Call Patrick for Prompt Quality Service @ 604-808-1652.

Central Coquitlam Co-op AND Seniors Only Building $826/mo. No subsidy. Cls to transit, schools & shops Dasl ~ 604 945 5864 dasl@terramanagement.ca

Like New Townhouse. Only 3 years old. Immaculate Deluxe, 2 bdrm. + Rec. Room/Office + 2 Full Bath T/House. Flr. to ceiling storage + storage rm. in garage. 6 s/s appli. d/w, w/d, Garburator. Crown Mouldings, 9ft. ceilings, H/W laminate flooring and slate tile. Gas F/P & Alarm. 1 car garage parking. Covered patio lower & outdoor patio upper. Amenities room incls. full gym, outdoor hot tub & pool. Walk to Morgan Heights shopping. NO Smoking inside & NO Pets! $2250/mo. Avail. April 1 or 15

604-464-3550

749

* On-Site Manager *BEHIND COQ. CTR. MALL

“JUST A GREAT JOB!” Coquitlam:

Clean, quiet apt blk. Suites to rent.

Pitt Meadows Marina 14179 Reichenback Rd Moorage Rental Year or Semi-annual Outdoor Storage Available Starting At $30/month for Boats, RV’s, Cars, Trucks & Trailers

Sorry no pets.

Family owned & operated for 40 yrs. (604)936-5755

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

.give and take tree service 778.872.8406

COQUITLAM:

PETS

GARDEN COURT HOUSING CO-OP

477

PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

2865 Packard Ave. Now accepting applications for 1 & 2 bdrm apartments. Share purchase required. No Subsidies. Avail now.

Launch Ramp with 3 lines and ample parking for tracks and trailers

Onsite Manager

604.465.7713 SUITES, LOWER

3 AC prime location offices 754sf upper flr facing east with bathroom & kitchenette United Blvd/Fawcett. Rent incl taxes strata fee heat hydro. Call Garry 604-461-7172

U-Haul Moving Center Port Moody Claims a Landlord’s Contractual Lien against the following person’s goods in storage at:

COQUITLAM Central. 1 Bedroom grnd level suite in executive home. Priv ent, patio, gas f/p, f/s, w/d. N/S N/P. Avail March 1. $800/mo incl utils. Call Ray 604-720-0005.

Auction is subject to cancellation without notice.

POCO - New 2 bdrm suite, full bath, near schools, shops, bus. Avail now Cat ok, smoke outside. $1025/mo incl utils/laundry. 604-690-0564

752

TOWNHOUSES

COQUITLAM: 2 Bdrm, quiet family complex, no pets, $985 - $1085/mo. Call 604-942-2277 PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1108/mo - $1211/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

COQUITLAM Pacific St. Lrg 2 bdrm fully furn’d, 2 prkg, 3rd flr. NP/NS. $1400/mo. Apr 1st. 604-464-9552

736

PORT COQUITLAM; 2 Bdrm townhouse, $905. Quiet family complex, no pets. 604-464-0034.

PORT COQUITLAM; 2 Bdrm apt $845 Quiet family complex, no pets. 604-464-0034.

Coquitlam: 4Bdrm + workshop bungalow. 2100sf. lrg yard, sundeck & patio. $1600 avl now 604-728-5063

HOMES FOR RENT

Anyone having an interest in the following unit should contact the Landlord at 778-881-4768 as this unit is to be considered abandoned and will become the property of Landlord. Unit no: 61 - 21163 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge B.C. MHR #012626

2500 Barnet Hwy. Port Moody, BC 604-461-1717

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

Call 604-464-4921

The Scrapper

COQUITLAM 1bdr gr/lvl ste, 5appls incl inste w/d, near Coq Ctr & bus. Ns/np. Avail now. $870 incl all utils. Call 604-323-3282.

PORT COQUITLAM 2 Bdrm grd lvl suite, avail now. Hydro/heat/internet & D/W incl. $800/mo. N/S (604)992-3771.

mikes hauling 604-516-9237

JUNK / RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free! (778)997-5757

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

STORAGE

COQUITLAM - Douglas College. 1 Bdr above ground, full patio, garden ste, full bth, new w/d, alrm sys 4 appl, new lam flrs, prkg. Ns/np. $850 incl util & wifi. 604-805-2471.

Call 604-944-2963

EXTRA CHEAP

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT

750

Coquitlam, 1 bdrm + den apt in high rise avail now, 5 appls, nr Coq Mall $1300/mo NS/NP. 604-861-3618

2 bdrm ~ $1250-$1290

604-728-5643

845

604.488.9161

2 bdrm suite ~ $925 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

* In-Suite W/D * Garburator

Robert J. O’Brien

AUTO SERVICES

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

Short Term or Long term! Hotel Living

PORT COQUITLAM

Coquitlam Centre “Raphael Towers”

NO Headaches NO Surprises NO Excuses

812

Fully Furnished & Equipped

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

2 BR apts - bright & lge

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

HOMES FOR RENT

SOUTH SURREY EXECUTIVE

1 bdrm suite ~ $775

PRO ✶ ACC PAINTING LTD

TRANSPORTATION

and Hydro Near Shopping & Amenities.

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

RENTALS

* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC

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• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. 778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.

RENTALS

MISC. FOR SALE

FOR SALE: 2 standard size grave plots in Valleyview Cemetary in Newton/Surrey area. Value $7200 each, asking $5000 each, obo. Call 250396-4006.

All types of Roofing Repairs Free Estimates

Running this ad for 10yrs

Ph: 604-942-4383

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

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www.pro-accpainting.com

506

BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

129 Christina Conley #26 - 15155 62A Ave., Surrey, BC 149 David Chambers 860 Ranch Park Way, Pt. Moody, BC 153 Debra Sakve 8310 Banford Rd., Chilliwack, BC 224 Joel Gastador #206 - 9595 Erickson Dr., Burnaby, BC 267 Christina Conley #26 - 15155 62A Ave., Surrey, BC A sale will take place at the storage location on Fri. March 13th 2015. Viewing 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Sealed bids will be opened at 12:30 P.M. Rm. contents are personal / household goods unless noted otherwise. Bids will be for entire contents of each locker unit.

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