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15 months after the fire that burned to the ground Port Moody’s Mossom Creek Hatchery, the rebuilding project — involving thousands of volunteer hours and more than a million dollars in grants and donations — is nearing completion. See page A3

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A fire in Coquitlam Monday evening damaged at least three homes and left two people injured. Coquitlam Fire/Rescue was called out at about 6:20 p.m. to the homes in the 3000-block of Riverbend Drive, near Westwood Street. It appears the fire started in one house and then spread to two neighbouring homes; other houses nearby may have also sustained damage. About two dozen firefighters battled the twoalarm blaze. Two people were taken to hospital with minor burns. There is no information yet as to the cause of the fire. It’s the third major fire this year in Coquitlam. In mid-February, more than a hundred people were left homeless after a fire ripped through an apartment building on Glen Drive. It is believed the fire started near a barbecue on the balcony of a second-floor unit. The 1980s-era building did not have a sprinkler system. DIANE STRANDBERG/THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Tanya Xenis of Green Elevations works on a green roof created by Ron Schwenger and Architek Engineered Solutions for Living Buildings for the Mossom Creek Hatchery.

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CIVIC ELECTION SPENDING

Developers dug deep for city elections Unions not as big spenders for civic politicians GAry McKennA

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Financial disclosure forms from the 2014 civic elections were made public

last month, outlining exactly how much each of the candidates raised and spent during the fall campaign. But a closer look at the documents reveals just how concentrated the funding sources are in municipal politics, with the bulk of the contributions coming from two groups: real estate developers and unions.

For example, of the more than $312,000 raised by the nine candidates elected to Coquitlam city council in November, close to $169,000 (54%) came from the development industry. In Port Moody, unions made up the largest piece of the political contributions pie, contributing 33.2% of the total $125,000

the seven winners raised in their election effort, a percentage that increases to 41.5% when Mayor Mike Clay’s totals are removed from the equation (generally, mayoral candidates must spend more than councillors when running for election, which can skew the overall results). Widespread develop-

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ment has taken place in the Tri-Cities, and developers such as Wesbild and Onni Group’s parent company, RPMG Holdings, made significant political contributions to candidates. But Coquitlam Coun. Craig Hodge said he does not believe council votes are influenced by campaign contributors — although

he acknowledges that view is not always shared by residents. “Never in my four years did I feel that a vote was compromised,” he told The Tri-City News. “I really don’t think that stuff happens. But there is that public perception.” see SOME, page A6

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The Tri-City News is partnering with Burrard Inlet Marine Enhancement Society on the rebuilding project for Mossom Creek Hatchery. Below is the latest in a series of articles and advertisements that started a year ago...

MOSSOM GREEN ROOF

Mossom close to completion with addition of plant-filled green roof Diane StranDberg The Tri-CiTy News

t’s almost finished and the fish are coming. That’s the promise as one of the last major structural items on the Mossom Creek Hatchery rebuild was completed and the new hatchery equipment installed. A green roof, provided by Architek Engineered Solutions for Living Buildings, was planted on a cold but sunny winter day two weeks ago. Plumbing and wiring for coho tubs, incubator trays and monitoring equipment is just about finished. Now, volunteers are getting ready to accept coho and chum salmon fry in tanks and tubs they have been preparing for weeks. Project co-ordinator Pat Dennett, one of a bevy of volunteers working on the hatchery’s resurrection, is fond of saying “We’re on schedule and on budget” and he can continue to say those words as the fish hatchery, built with $1.15 million in community, business and government donations and in-kind services, gets ready to resume operations. Within days, the first chum fry from the Alouette River and the first coho fry from Noons Creek are expected to arrive. Then the work of caring for the fish begins. “We’re pretty excited,” Dennett told The Tri-City News during a tour of the facility. Several months of planning and construction are coming to fruition but for retired educator and Mossom hatchery founder Ruth Foster, one of the biggest moments of the rebuild was the installation of the green roof. With gardening trowel in hand, she joined green roof designer and contractor Ron Schwenger and landscape

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Above right: Ron Schwenger of Architek Engineered Solutions for Living Buildings holds some of the plants being installed as part of the green roof (above left) on Mossom Creek Hatchery. Left: Installation of trays inside the building.

installer Tania Xenis of Green Elevations, as well as other nursery workers and volunteers, to dig in the plants. With 21 yards of soil media (a substance made up of organic material, lava rock, pumice and sand) plus clusters of tiny seedlings, the roof looks a bit like a nursery with a whimsical touch: a salmon design sketched out with river rock and native ferns. “Even if the ferns die down if it gets hot or cold, we’ll still have the salmon,” said Foster, who with Rod

MacVicar, started the hatchery nearly 40 years ago as a stream reclamation and education project for their Centennial secondary school students. Foster and her team from Burrard Inlet Marine and Enhancement Society are thrilled about the roof because it provides more to the local eco-system than a torch-down or shingle roof. In fact, it’s much like a tiny forest in the sky, providing energy conservation benefits, reducing greenhouse gases, easing rain runoff,

moderating heating and cooling, and contributing to forest biodiversity. For Foster, it was important to make sure the plants on the roof were native to the area and wouldn’t create seeds that could become invasive species later. As a result, many of the plants are those you would find on the forest floor, including ferns and mosses. A moss-covered log from the forest was put onto the roof in the hopes that the small, flowerless green plant would continue to reproduce by means of spores and give the roof a soft, green covering. The group is also trying out a slurry of moss and buttermilk to see if that will get mosses growing, and ferns and several varieties of sedum, along with wild strawberry, were planted. “This is a bit of an experiment for us. The real question is how will the ferns

do,” said Schwenger, whose company provided the roof at a substantially reduced cost — Architek being the latest business to chip in with cash or services to help rebuild Mossom. At ground level, Dennett is keeping his eye on the installation of the monitoring system, provided by Pentair Aquatic Ecosystems, which will keep track of dissolved oxygen and temperature, important for fish health, and said he is looking forward to the web cams that will soon be put in place so people can watch, from the comfort of their homes, what’s going on at the hatchery and in the creek. The hatchery will once again be a hub of creek stewardship, fish care and environmental education. And for those who are keeping track, that day is coming soon. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com @dstrandbergTC

JUsT $40K MOre is NeeDeD TO FiNish

The Mossom Creek hatchery and education rebuilding project in Port Moody has been ongoing for over a year to replace the original hatchery, which burned down in December 2013. Burrard Inlet Marine Enhancement Society, which operates the hatchery, has received numerous grants and in-kind services to rebuild the hatchery and construction is nearly done. Here is the financial picture to date: • total value of donations and in-kind services received to date: $1.15 million; • money needed to complete the hatchery and education centre project: $40,000; • funding needed to provide for annual ongoing operating costs, including education programming: $30,000 annually. @dstrandbergTC

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To contribute to the rebuilding effort for the Mossom Creek Hatchery, go to mossomcreek.org and click on the Donate Now button.

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Port Coquitlam residents want their tax dollars spent on road improvements and a new recreation centre, according to results of a recent city survey. The survey was part of PoCo’s budget consultation process and will help inform the city’s new budget and infrastructure advisory committee, which will be addressing several areas identified for improvement, including: road conditions and traffic flow, and sidewalks and crosswalks. The committee will also be recommending a new funding model to help the city plan and pay for infrastructure such as roads and buildings. A total of 867 people took part in the survey from Feb. 2 to 23. Respondents’ top three infrastructure projects included road and traffic, primarily paving and intersection work (42%); pedestrian projects (14%); recreation improvements such as the rec complex (14%); and parks, turf fields and dog parks (12%). The results show 77% of respondents, up 1% from 2014, believe they get good value for their tax dollars. There was also strong support for a new recreation complex. Satisfaction with city services was highest for fire/rescue (97%), parks and trails (87%), policing (83%) and garbage, recycling and green cart service (83%). PoCo’s draft budget includes a 1.49% property tax increase, or about $29 more for an average detached home. It includes no new RCMP officers or firefighters, nor does it make any provisions for future growth on Burke Mountain. The survey results were presented at Monday’s Finance and Intergovernmental Committee meeting and will be considered by council as it finalizes the budget this spring. spayne@tricitynews.com @spayneTC

Searchers hit Pitt continued from front page

Coquitlam Search and Rescue members were kept busy over the sunny weekend, responding to two calls near the Pitt River. On Saturday at about 7:30 p.m., two canoeists called for help, reporting they were somewhere on Pitt Lake. Several SAR members responded by boat from DeBoville Slough. Using the YourLo.ca/ tion service, developed by Coquitlam SAR members, they located their cell phone’s location to a spot within five metres near Widgeon Slough, just west of Siwash Island. An RCMP helicopter confirmed the pair’s location a few minutes later. When the marine rescue team located the canoeists, they were stranded on a sandbar and were wet, cold and suffering from hypothermia. Both were lightly dressed but one of them had fallen into the water at some point in the evening and was non-verbal. The team transported the pair to Grant Narrows,

TWO OTHER FIRES continued from front page

The Coast Capital Savings branch in Coquitlam has set up a fund in the name of “Coquitlam Fire Victims” and additional information can be found at www.coquitlamfirevictims.ca. (That site states: “Please be advised that we appreciate all the generosity from the community and the food and clothing needs have been met. We are still in need of store gift cards for perishable food items or specific clothing needs. We also welcome financial support to assist with damage deposits and other incidental expenses.) In January, Coquitlam crews battled a blaze at a strip mall at Barnet Highway and Falcon Drive that destroyed the Pallas Athena and Sushi Mori restaurants. The cause of that fire was found to be not suspicious. spayne@tricitynews.com @spayneTC

where members from Ridge Meadows Search and Rescue, Pitt Meadows Fire and Rescue and BC Ambulance were standing by. On Sunday evening, Coquitlam SAR responded to a report of two hikers lost in Minnekhada Regional Park. The man and woman in their 50s had become

lost when the sun went down and called for help at about 8 p.m. More than a dozen volunteers responded and located the hikers, who were dressed appropriately and weren’t hurt, and walked them back to the parking lot.

Highway 1 eastbound will be reduced to one lane of traffic just west of the Port Mann Bridge in Coquitlam on tonight (March 11) and tomorrow. Crews will start lane closures when vehicle counts are low to minimize traffic impacts. The expected time of lane

closure will be from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. Eastbound traffic may be stopped for up to 20 minutes between midnight and 4 a.m. Traffic joining Highway 1 eastbound from Lougheed Highway may also be affected. Drivers are reminded to drive with caution and

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A 32-year-old man accused of leading police on a two-hour chase through Langley and neighbouring municipalities on Feb. 18 was free on bail at the time, court records show. Robert Anthony Pickford was awaiting trial on several theft-related charges on the day a stolen red Ford F150 pickup truck was finally stopped on the Golden Ears Bridge. He had been granted bail on 10 charges, all involving incidents in Port Coquitlam. The charges included two counts of break and enter, three counts of possession of property obtained by crime, two counts of theft, one count of possessing break-in tools, one of driving with a suspended drivers’ licence and one of criminal mischief. Pickford now faces nine new criminal charges over the police chase, including theft of a motor vehicle, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, flight from police, failure to stop at an accident, resisting arrest,

possession of stolen property over $5,000 and three counts of violating bail conditions. He is currently in custody and, on March 18, is scheduled to appear before a Port Coquitlam Provincial Court judge to hear a Crown prosector’s application to have his bail revoked. The Feb. 18 chase started around 2 p.m. when Ridge Meadows RCMP officers tried to stop a pickup. The driver initially pulled over, then sped away towards Coquitlam on Lougheed Highway. He continued through Surrey and Langley, followed by police on the ground and in the air. Eyewitnesses told The Langley Times they saw the Ford speeding toward oncoming traffic on the wrong side of the road heading west along the Fraser Highway from Aldergrove. Several police vehicles were in pursuit. At least one civilian vehicle was forced to drive up on a sidewalk to avoid a collision but there were no reports of injuries. The chase ended around 4 p.m. on the Golden Ears Bridge after Ridge Meadows RCMP closed the bridge, and police were able to box in the pickup. By then, three of the

tires on the truck had been blown out by spike belts deployed by police. The Ford came to a stop facing backwards, surrounded by Emergency Response Team vehicles. An ambulance was called in to take the driver to hospital. Northbound traffic across the bridge was blocked off for about an hour, causing heavy congestion and substantial delays. Court records show Pickford has several prior convictions for vehicle theft and dangerous driving, including a 2005 case where he received a two-and-a-half year jail sentence for dangerous driving, stealing a vehicle and operating a vehicle “in order to evade a peace officer.” At the time, Provincial Court Judge Shehni Dossa described how Pickford “went through a lot of red lights onto oncoming traffic” during an early morning police pursuit that ended when Pickford hit a light standard. “You are fortunate there was so little traffic on the road and that nobody was hurt,” Dossa told Pickford. At the time, Pickford was on parole from a 2003 conviction for dangerous driving, possession of a stolen auto and drug possession.

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Hodge raised $40,172 for his successful re-election effort: 58.1% from developers, 22.7% from other businesses, 10.8% from individuals and 5.6% from unions. In preparation for the 2014 race, Hodge said he tried to find balance between his contributors and avoided taking too much from one single person or entity. On the other side of the equation, donors contacted by The Tri-City News insist they are not trying to buy influence with their campaign contributions. Jennifer Derbyshire, the director of marketing with Wesbild, said her company donates money to a variety of charities and community groups, and election campaign contributions are another way of supporting the municipality and the political process. “It does take quite a bit of money [to run],” Derbyshire said. “We want to support the process and get good people on council. If we are not willing to support the process, nobody is going to be able to run.” Candidates usually solicit the company for donations, she said, and each request assessed on a case-by-case basis. Carolyn Rice, the secretary-treasurer of the New Westminster District Labour Council, which also endorses candidates and contributes to their campaigns, said her organization tries to highlight issues they believe are ignored by other candidates. She does not believe that the donations have sway over officials’ decisions on collective bargaining agreements and said the labour council looks for candidates who represent the broad interests of the community. “People we have supported in the past have championed some pretty important causes,” she said. “They go to issues like cosmetic pesticides, protecting our trees and air quality.” And she asked, “What organization would raise these

TRI-CITY 2014 muNICIPAL ELECTION SPENDING

Caps on spending and contributions: Smith Gary McKenna

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TC’S BIG SPENDERS COQuITLAm

• Wesbild: $11,000 + $3,000 from subsidiary Pageant Holdings + $16,000 from subsidiary Burke Mountain Ltd. — TOTAL: $30,000 • RPMG Holdings: $15,000 +$500 from subsidiary Anthem Properties and $150 from subsidiary Onni — TOTAL: $15,650 • Infinity Properties: $14,000

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• RPMG Holdings: $9,000 + $5,000 from subsidiary Onni — TOTAL: $14,000 • Mosaic Homes: $5,500 • River’s Edge Business Park Partnership (ConWest): $3,000

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• RPMG Holdings: $11,500 + $1,000 from subsidiary Anthem Properties — TOTAL: $12,500 • Wesgroup Properties: $3,000 • TL Housing Solutions: $1,500 kinds of issues if it was not for the collective effort of an organization like ours?”

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Still, some candidates would rather avoid even a whiff of conflict of interest. Disclosure forms show that Port Coquitlam Coun. Mike Forrest paid the entire $7,011 tab for his campaign expenses and he said he only accepts contributions in rare instances, such as a friend wanting to support him with an individual donation. “I don’t want to be seen as compromised,” he said, noting he finds contributions from unions repre-

senting city workers particularly problematic. “I have considerable difficulty with the idea that we are supported by various people and then we get to vote on their contracts,” he said. In PoCo, union contributions make up 15.9% of the $115,458 raised by the seven council winners, a percentage that rises to 25.8% when Mayor Greg Moore’s $49,867 in donations is removed from the total. Meanwhile, developers contributed 27.8% while 9.9% of the funds came from the candidates themselves. Forrest acknowledges that in larger municipali-

ties, self-funded campaigns may not always be a viable option. For example, last fall in Coquitlam, the winning candidate who raised the least amount of money was Coun. Teri Towner, who spent $19,582 (61.3% from developers, 31.1% from individuals, 4.2% from other businesses and nothing from unions). Self funding $20,000 to launch a credible campaign can be difficult for the average resident, and finding balance between contributors is not always possible. Port Moody Coun. Barbara Junker for example, raised $20,969, 87.5% of which came from unions (another 4.8% came from developers and 7.7% came from individual contributors). Junker was contacted by The Tri-City News for comment but did not return calls by deadline.

SPENDING CAP

On the flip side, longtime Coquitlam Coun. Mae Reid raised $30,000 for her re-election campaign, of which 80% came from the development industry (the other 20% came from businesses not associated with development). And she acknowledged that the amount of money being thrown around at election time is concerning. “I think there should be a cap on what you can spend. I really believe that,” she said. “It is getting to the point where it is ridiculous.” She notes that the cost

The provincial government needs to enact caps on how much can be raised and spent by a politician in a civic election campaign, according to an SFU political scientist. Patrick Smith, who specializes in municipal issues, said there was “an orgy of overspending” in the 2014 campaign and the regulations need to be tightened. “I think we need caps on both spending and contributions,” he told The Tri-City News. “There should also be limits to when you can contribute, and always with disclosure.” He notes that currently, there are no rules stopping candidates from collecting donations between elections, something that was seen in the Tri-Cities in 2014. Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart received $9,850 in contributions between Nov. 19 and Nov. 24 — after the Nov. 15 vote. Stewart said the donations came in late because he had to cancel a fundraiser during the campaign as his daughter was sick. Meanwhile, Coquitlam Coun. Teri Towner re-

of running a campaign is constantly rising. These days, newspaper ads are still her biggest expense but new costs related to website advertising and social media have made the process more expensive. If each candidate had a cap, they could decide how best to allocate their funds, she said. Reid also believes there should be a limit on when candidates can raise funds while Coun. Hodge said giving tax receipts for con-

COQuITLAm COuNCIL TOTAL UNION: TOTAL DEVELOPMENT: SELF-FUNDED: THE REST:

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PORT mOODY COuNCIL TOTAL UNION: TOTAL DEVELOPMENT: SELF-FUNDED: THE REST: ceived $1,500 from RPMG Holdings and $1,000 from Infinity Properties Nov. 24. Unions also contributed to candidates after the Nov. 15 election. Port Moody Coun. Barbara Junker was given $3,350 by the New Westminster District Labour Council on January 26, 2015 while the Hospital Employees Union gave councillors Zoe Royer and Rick Glumac $400 each in 2015. Having money change hands after an election is concerning, Smith said, because it assures the donors that “we are in power and you are talking to the right people.”

tributions, as is done at the provincial and federal levels, might encourage more individuals to donate (see sidebar). Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart summed up one of his suggestions for improving civic election regulations in one word: clarity. Several times, his campaign had to deal with conflicting interpretations of finance rules, making it difficult for even a seasoned campaigner like himself to

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But Smith believes that change is starting to come to how the province regulates municipal election finance. He notes city clerks are no longer responsible for the oversight of financial disclosure, after the process was taken over by Elections BC ahead of the 2014 vote, and that has created greater consistency in the application of the rules. “They have to get at this and it looks like they are,” he said. “I am hopeful that 2014 will be the last municipal election where we are awash in money.” gmckenna@tricitynews.com @GMcKennaTC

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Tri-City seniors’ concerns about home support services, transportation, health care, housing and other issues will be front and centre later this month at a forum in Coquitlam. Organized by the Coquitlam Retired Teachers’ Association, the Tri-Cities Community Seniors’ Forum will be held March 27 at Winslow Centre. Organizer Ken Kuhn, a retired teacher himself, said the goal is to start a dialogue about the gaps in seniors’ services in the Tri-Cities and he hopes participants will come away more knowledgeable and passionate about the need to act. “I’m hoping to have people understand some of the issues because people will be able to stand up and talk

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The BC Health Coalition will also be on hand to talk about a court case on fees people pay to private clinics (the Supreme Court case involving controversial doctor Brian Day is expected to start soon). As well, speakers might touch on issues surrounding provincial/ federal transfer payments on health care, problems in seniors’ care identified by ombudsperson Kim Carter in 2008, and Mackenzie’s 176 recommendations to improve services for seniors. No particular political

perspective is being championed over another, Kuhn said, noting that both BC Liberal and NDP MLAs will be among the panelists, and the mayors of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody have also been invited to speak. “I want people to have their say and the politicians to be there listening,” Kuhn said. There will also be a chance to network, ask questions, and check out displays of seniors’ services.

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effect on the weekend and some HOV-users say the change means more time spent in traffic because they have to drive out of their way to the Brunette Avenue exit if they want to use the special lanes dedicated to carpools. Tiffany Shanks said she was surprised the new westbound dedicated route for Coquitlam traffic doesn’t offer an HOV lane option and she has to drive out of her way to the Brunette exit if she wants to get the discount. “I was really surprised when I saw they were moving us,” said Shanks, who lives in Port Coquitlam and uses the tolled bridge to get to Kwantlen Polytechnic

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The new traffic configuration for drivers travelling between Coquitlam and Surrey on the Port Mann Bridge has caused some consternation for people who have been using the high occupancy vehicle lane during rush hour — and receiving a discount for doing so. Separated lanes for Coquitlam traffic went into

Speak up! You can comment on any story you read at www.tricitynews.com University in Langley. She said she typically carpools during rush hour, when the HOV lane option is in effect, benefitting from a 25%, or 75 cent, discount on the $3 toll. Max Logan, a spokesperson for Transportation Investment Corporation, acknowledged that Coquitlam-bound HOV users are affected but he said the new lanes are safer and the number of people affected is low, just 1% of

110,000 drivers who use the bridge every day. “In this case, what it comes to is the matter of safety for all bridge users,” Logan said, noting that the new lanes prevent risky weaving and lane changing, and eastbound HOV users aren’t affected by the change. Shanks said she now has to drive 20 minutes out of her way, doubling back along Lougheed Highway to get home, and is now considering taking the untolled Pattullo Bridge instead. “They should have put in a carpooling option,” she said.

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SCHOOL DISTRICT 43

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board of education Tuesday shows the district is home to a number of new immigrants, and many need help getting oriented to their new community as well as support for their children entering schools.

SWIS workers have helped 1,923 clients, held 84 workshops and 198 meetings with school personnel and immigrant parents and students, the report shows, and the top three source countries

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opportunity to prove that the yes side might have been right won’t come for another 10 or 20 years. by then, many of the folks who are on different sides of this vote will be retired or dead, and their kids will be dealing with the fallout from referendum results. these are today’s college and high school students who will be saddled with the hefty retirement pensions for those who voted against the proposed sales tax hike. they’re the ones who will be sitting in gridlock or waiting for buses and who will see good jobs disappear to places with better transportation infrastructure. they might wonder, those taxpayers of tomorrow, whether an opportunity to do something better was lost along the way. but that’s Ok, because we’ll have given translink a smack on the nose and, for today at least, that seems to be the most important thing.

hen everyone wakes up after the votes are counted and the 0.5% transit tax has been voted down, if the polls are to be believed, who will notice? buses will still be crowded during rush hour. traffic will still be gridlocked at choke points throughout the region. and buses will run infrequently at night or not at all. Of course, no spokesperson Jordan bateman of the canadian taxpayers Federation will be pleased and can update his linkedin account to apply for better jobs while Premier christy clark can check off an election campaign promise, a referendum on transportation financing that was doomed from the start. let’s face it, as we know from the hst vote, it’s hard

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People need chance to vote on size of homes The Editor, Re. “No way to reduce when building mega houses” (Letters, The Tri-City News, March 4) and “Leave existing areas alone” (March 6). Let me remind the people of our city and all the other municipalities why we have too many oversized houses being built in our neighbourhoods. It is not just because our municipal politicians voted it to be so; it is because the people of our region do not get to vote on important issues such as this during elections. We do not have equitable democracy in Canada. We can’t even vote on whether we want it. We have the rich supporting the politicians they want to be elected for and it works just great for them, except now we know the biosphere is so quickly deteriorating it is endangering and killing off many species. Changes are needed to slow down the risks and

destruction. We shouldn’t just have to accept the status quo and go bigger because it’s “better.” There are so many faults with our local governments, like the lack of strong tree bylaws. A property was cleared by Porter Street elementary school last week: a dozen large trees up to 60 years old and several smaller ones, more than 800 years of growth that added to Earth’s biology. And how will our city “balance” this out? How does it balance out the trees lost on the side of Burke Mountain? Without good bylaws, it doesn’t. I agree some trees have to go for new housing and there’s nothing wrong with building larger homes, based on the sustainability of our actions. Thanks for letting me vent. Steve Mancinelli, Coquitlam

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The Editor, While it is true that some homeowners waste water by using drinking water to wash driveways and sidewalks — and certainly those automatic sprinklers that operate even when it is raining are irresponsible — most of us are respectful of the fresh water supply on which we all depend. It seems, though, that the city does not value the “green” contribution that home/garden owners provide for the city without maintenance fees charged to the city. Oh, but of course, the city does seem to value our trees as evidenced by the tree cutting bylaw. Now that is confusing. How about basing water rates on the number of people living in a residence? Helen Brown, Coquitlam

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• Have you considered becoming a foster family? There are children and youth in the Tri-Cities who require skilled, caring, foster parents. To learn more, the Ministry of Children and Family Development invites you to attend an information session, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at 200–906 Roderick Ave., Coquitlam. For info or another session date: 604-764-8098.

MARCH 13: CAREGIVER HELP • Caregiver Support Meeting, 10-11:30 a.m., Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. All caregivers are welcome to attend. Info: Karen, 778-789-1496. Speaker: Laurelle Oldford Down on garden design. Info: Margaret, 604-931-3433 or margaret.manery@gmail.com.

to plan events at 7 p.m. at the PoCo Royal Canadian Legion, 2675 Shaughnessy St. Info: Heather, 604-464-0236.

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• Tri-Cities Parkinson’s Support Group meets, 10 a.m.-noon, Eagle Ridge United Church, 2813 Glen Dr., Coquitlam. Info: 604931-7751.

• Burke Mountain’s neighbourhood community association, North East Coquitlam Ratepayers, meet at Victoria Hall, 3435 Victoria Dr., Coquitlam, 7 p.m. Info: 604-9459055.

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• PoCo Garden Club meeting, 7 p.m., Trinity United Church, 2211 Prairie Ave., PoCo. Speaker: Thomas Hobbs, an internationally known impresario of garden and floral design, on “Dreaming Big,” creating a 20-acre garden in Langley. Admission: $10 at the door (for an additional $10, receive a one-year membership to PoCo Garden Club). Info: 604-945-0906. • Dogwood Garden Club meets, 7 p.m., in the Centennial Room at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam.

• Tri-City Singles Social Club, which offers an opportunity for 50+ singles to get together and enjoy a variety of fun activities such as dining, dancing, theatre, travel, movies and more, meets at 7:30 p.m. at Legion Manor, 2909 Hope St., Port Moody (street parking only). New members are welcome. Directions & info: Darline, 604-4660017. • Circle of Friends, a social group for 50+ fun singles who are looking to meet new friends and participate in social events, meets

• Riverview Horticultural Centre Society first guided tree tour of 2015 on Riverview Hospital, leaving at 1 p.m. from the upper entrance of the Henry Esson Young Building; tour will be led by a qualified arborist. Site map at www.rhcs. org. Info: 604-290-9910.

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• Access Youth Outreach Services Society AGM, 6-9 p.m., PoCo Inn and Suites, 1545 Lougheed Hwy., PoCo. RSVP: admin@accessyouth.org. • Centennial Stamp Club hosts small stamp auction; stamp swap and shop at 7 p.m., presentation of “T” stamps/ topics after 8 p.m., McGee Room, Poirier community centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca or 604-941-9306.

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Who will win People’s Choice? “I think it is the best show we have ever done,” concludes Ann Kitching, chair of the Wearable Art Awards committee as she surveyed this year’s collection. And, this month, visitors to the Port Moody Arts Centre (2425 St. John’s St.) can view the fine detail that went into creating the 57 garments for the biennial show that’s sponsored in part by The Tri-City News. From the intricate stitching and dyed silks to the handmade felting and beadwork, the outfits, head dresses and brassieres demonstrate the hundreds of toiled hours by their makers: from university students to professional craftspeople — each hoping to clinch one of the cash prizes available. As for the coveted People’s Choice prize, TriCity residents have until April 2 to tour the gallery and pick their favourite design; the artist with the most votes will be announced on April 16 and will receive $1,000, courtesy of Pasta Polo restaurant. jwarren@tricitynews.com

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Visitors to the Port Moody Arts Centre (2425 St. John’s St.) can get up close with the Wearable Art Awards collection, which is on display until April 2. Above, Ann Kitching with Maple Ridge resident Ilona Marshall’s Second Flight.

From top: It’s Cadeques... if you catch my drift (Sue Sacchero of Australia); Metawarrior (Luke Detheridge of Vancouver); Fragmented Beauty (Liza Child of Vancouver); Cornelia the Crow (Diane Park of Vancouver).

Clockwise: I Leave You My Portrait-Frida Kahlo (Brynn and Kathryn McLellan of Okotoks, AB); Remembering Dad in Plaid (Catherine Black of Washington State); Lucinda Kartography (Lorraine Kwan of Vancouver); Youth (Farnaz Ohadi of Vancouver); Enchanted Echo (Ursula Bentz of Gibsons); and Awakening (Svetlana Bardos and Vladimir Bezruc of North Vancouver).

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Stills from Mommy (far left) and Tu Dors Nicole. Left, Jake Gyllenhaal stars in the 2013 Canadian-Spanish psychological thriller directed by Denis Villeneuve. It was screened in the special presentation section at the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival, and earned five Canadian Screen Awards. PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE TIFF FILM CIRCUIT

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A boy picked to be part of a terrorist cell. A violent son with ADHD being cared for by his widowed mother. An isolated teen growing up on a South Korean farm. Whether it be the 2013’14 catalogue of Canadian film or the choice of curator, this year’s lineup for the Port Moody Film Festival has a definite theme of youth disfunction. The six feature flicks presented at the 15th annual fest — which starts tomorrow (Thursday) at the Inlet Theatre and runs until

7:30 p.m.: Mommy 7:00 p.m.: Little Terrors 9:30 p.m.: Just Eat It 7 p.m.: In Her Place 9:30 p.m.: Enemy 7 p.m.: Tu Dors Nicole

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IN HER PLACE Sunday — were chosen by SFU film student Josh Cabrita, a regular movie reviewer and a first-year Port Moody Film Society member. And like in previous years, filmmakers will be available, either in person or via Skype, to speak to the

audience afterward about the process of compiling their movie. Society spokesperson Brad Williams said guests will also be treated to a short Canadian film before each feature and many of those filmmakers will be present, too, to take questions from the crowd. As well, three shorts from university undergrads will be screened on Thursday at

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A biannual social designed to get people more familiar with the paint brush has made a splash at Coquitlam’s Place des Arts. And tickets are going fast for the third Palette... eat, paint, create! that will be held on Saturday night at the Maillardville hub. Events co-ordinator Michael Fera said Palette has done well since last spring’s inaugural despite the competition of other recent live painting parties. But he feels the price ($25 for a single or $40 for a

couple) plus the ambience set with mood lighting and music give PdA an edge. “It’s very low stress,” Fera said. “You should see it when people first arrive and don’t know what to expect. They’re very tentative but then they unleash their inner artist and talk to people and have a great time.... it’s a warm, welcoming environment.” Fera also said PdA differentiates itself by not having a roving art instructor. Rather, Fera offers tips at the start but lets the guests’ imagination take over for the canvas work. “It’s not a class. This is just about

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seeing where your artistic flow goes.” Best of all, guests can sample from a charcuterie plate, warmed olives, artisan breads and crackers, a selection of fine cheeses, a fruit plate and petit fours. A cash bar is also open (anyone with dietary restrictions should call Fera). • For tickets to Palette on Saturday, March 14 at 7:30 p.m., call Place des Arts at 604-664-1636, go online at placedesarts.ca or visit the centre in person at 1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam.

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Families can try their hand at life drawing at a drop-in session on Saturday at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre. Hosted by Westminster Savings credit union, the workshop allows families to interpret made-up models in the art gallery, between 1 and 4 p.m. No drawing experience is required and materials will be supplied; admission is by donation. Visit evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

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Registration for the wildly popular Summer Fun! art camps at Place des Arts opens Sunday, March 29. The Coquitlam hub will have six weeks of arts camps from July 6 to Aug. 14 for kids aged five to 14. Children aged five to 12 can choose to be part of one week-long class or a full day of 50-minute blocks while teens aged 11 to 14 can join three-hour weeklong intensives in such fields as pottery, comedy writing, digital photography and knitting.

TWO MONKEYS

A Tri-City actor, singer and producer has started a new theatre company. Sharon Crandall recently

founded two monkeys productions, which hosts its first show next month on Granville Island. Edges stars Crandall as Woman 2. Woman 1 is portrayed by Devon Busswood while Adam Charles and Brandyn Eddy take on Man 1 and 2 in the coming-ofage musical.

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Young Tri-City artists wanting to be part of a youth art exhibit and writing contest have one day left to enter. The deadline is Thursday, March 12 for students in grades 9 to 12 to be included in the first annual Mindfulness in May 2015: The Silence of Stigma juried display at Port Coquitlam’s Leigh Square Community Arts Village. Cash prizes will be handed out to the winners who best represent what it’s like to have a stigma. Curated by Diane Moran and Stefani Klaric, the exhibition takes place during Mental Health Awareness Week. Visit portcoquitlam. ca/leighsquare for guidelines.

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4th for Rapids at provincials Club falls to Oak Bay in bronze medal game GARY MCKENNA

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The Riverside Rapids went home empty handed at the girls AAA B.C. High School Provincial Basketball Championships after a disappointing loss to Oak Bay secondary at the Langley Events Centre on Friday night. The Port Coquitlam team fell behind early in the bronze-medal match, allowing the Vancouver Island school to take a 34-21 lead at the half. A strong effort in the final two quarters was not enough for the Rapids to overcome their opponents and the team lost 71-49. Oak Bay dominated in the rebounds column, particularly in the early parts of the game and had no trouble putting the ball in the basket. The previous day, Riverside bested Tri-City rivals the Dr. Charles Best secondary Blue Devils in the quarterfinal match. The Rapids quickly took a 20-15 lead in the first quarter and built on it in the second quarter, ending the first

half of the game up 37-29. But the Blue Devils put up a valiant effort to try and close the gap in the latter half of the game, outscoring Riverside 18-7 in the third. However, a strong fourth quarter from the Rapids enabled the team to hang on to the lead and win the game 64-57. Both the Rapids and the Blue Devils had early wins at the provincial tournament. Charles Best defeated Handsworth 62-50 in the early rounds, while Riverside took down Burnaby Mountain secondary. Now, the AAAA boys B.C. High School Basketball Provincial Championships are set to take place this week at the Langley Events Centre. Wednesday will see Port Coquitlam’s Terry Fox secondary Ravens take on David Thompson secondary, while Port Moody’s Heritage Woods Kodiaks are scheduled to play Sir Winston Churchill. For more information about the tournament go to www.bchighschoolbasketballchampionships. com. gmckenna@tricitynews.com @GMcKennaTC

BCHL PLAYOFFS

Express train halted by Chiefs GARY MCKENNA

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The Coquitlam Express will not be making a repeat trip to the Fred Page Cup this season. The club was ousted from the BCHL playoffs with a 4-2 loss to the Chilliwack Chiefs Monday night, ending the first-round in five games. Coquitlam struggled throughout the best-of-seven series, losing by wide margins in the two

early matches. However, on Friday the club bounced back with an exciting overtime win and appeared to be on the verge SUPINSKI of turning things around. But it all came to an end on Monday night at Prospera Centre. see HIGH-SCORING, page A16

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The Riverside Rapids fell to Oak Bay secondary in the bronze medal game of the AAA girls B.C. High School Provincial Championships on Friday at the Langley Events Centre.

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The Chiefs quickly jumped out to a two-goal lead in the first, with Scott Davidson scoring on the power play and Jake Hand picking up his fourth of the series. Coquitlam got on the board in the second period with a marker from Brett Supinski, and Colton Kerfoot managed to find the back of the net on the power play in the third. But it wasn’t enough to overcome the Chiefs, who potted a goal of their own off the stick of Mason Boh and finished the game with an empty-netter to win 4-2. Twenty-four hours earlier, Chilliwack put on a scoring clinic at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex. The visitors scored five goals before the home team could get on the board with a marker from Jackson Cressey in the second period. Supinski also scored, but the game was over before the third period started, with the Chiefs leading 7-2 when the final buzzer sounded.

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Friday night was probably the best outing for the Express, who notched their only win of the series in overtime. Both teams exchanged goals in the first period, with the Chiefs’ Rory Bell netting two assisted by

Hand. But Supinski and Michael Merulla also scored and the game was tied at 2-2 going into the second period. Coquitlam held its own in the middle frame, with Corey Mackin and Supinski scoring and the team

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TRAVEL 74

TIMESHARE

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Opportunity To Buy Janitorial Franchise

ANNUAL STARTING REVENUE $24,000 - $120,000 FINANCING AVAILABLE

Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.

• Minimum $6,050 down payment • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Includes Professional Training • On Going Support • Proven Worldwide Franchiser

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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EDUCATION

A key attribute will be an ability to work well as a self-starting member of a competitive newsroom. You will be expected to contribute to regular newsroom meetings and bring your creative talents to readers through concise, accurate and entertaining writing. The successful candidate will show keen attention to detail, work well under deadline pressures, and willing to learn in a fastpaced environment.

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

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FARM WORKERS

AUJLAS’ FARMS LTD

FARM LABOURERS required 5 or 6 Days/Week 40 or 50 Hours/Week $10.49/Hour Horticultural work such as: Planting, pruning, spacing and harvesting the crop. Employment starts early June /15 Submit your application to: Phone: 604-465-8153 or by Fax:604-465-9340 or by mail:12554 Woolridge Rd., Pitt Meadows, B.C. V3Y 1Z1

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HOME SUPPORT some stretching, some cleaning, some light lifting. Call John at 604-944-0926.

HOUSE CLEANERS

MOLLY MAID - Join our team of Home Service Professionals. We are seeking mature, dependable, bondable applicants for f/t & p/t work. Tri-City resident only. Housecleaning experience helpful. Paid training. Current BC driver’s license mandatory.

HELP WANTED

Email resume to:

ADULT CARRIER

joanne.crossley@mollymaid.ca or fill out an on line resume at:

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

www.mollymaid.ca (Phone 604-469-2015)

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily

Call 604-472-3040 ASTORIA Retirement Residence in Port Coquitlam, Job postings: 1. Cook 2. Dishwasher 3. Housekeeper. Send resumes to: Astoria.Concierge@theroyale.ca

F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The Port Coquitlam Branch is currently hiring the following positions:

Machinist Reporting to the Foreman, you will provide Machining assistance for the re-building of components & parts. Qualifications t Journeyperson Machinist Trade ticket certification t Prior experience using precision measuring tools t Prior experience operating lathes, portable line boring equipment & drill presses t Demonstrated ability to follow instruction with attention to detail and specifications

Utility Helpers (2) Reporting to the Shop Supervisor, the duties of this entry-level labour position will include, cleaning & maintaining the cleanliness of both the shop/yard & assisting tradespeople when required. Qualifications t High School Graduate t 1 to 3 years related industry experience t Post-Secondary Electrical Trades Training t (pre-apprentice course) is required t Valid Driver’s License Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume to: Email: bcjobs@smsequip.com Fax (604) 888-9699

604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com

ON THE WEB: 109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

bcclassified.com

The Victoria News, has an immediate opening for a full-time experienced reporter. Reporting to the editor, the successful candidate will provide top-quality work on a range of news and feature stories covering a range of beats.

AutoCAD Operators

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions avail. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start your work-at-home career today!

smsequip.com Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

Knowledge of Canadian Press style is important, as is the ability to take and carry out instructions in a timely fashion. Basic photography skills are required. Must have a valid driver’s license and working vehicle. Knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop CS6 would be considered an asset.

As the largest independently owned newspaper company in Canada, with more than 180 titles in print and online, Black Press has operations in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii, California and Ohio. Interested candidates should send resume, clippings and cover letter by March 15, 2015 to: Kevin Laird Editorial Director-Greater Victoria Black Press 818 Broughton Street Victoria, B.C. V8W 1E4 or e-mail: klaird@blackpress.ca

www.blackpress.ca

A18 Wednesday, March 11, 2015, Tri-City News EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

HELP WANTED CARRIERS NEEDED

The following routes are now available to deliver the News in the TriCity area: 8224 430 Decaire St 445 Schoolhouse St 1324-1423 Charland Ave 1500-1551 Dansey Ave 9061 1793-1891 Aire Cres (odd) 2161 Lamprey Dr 1715-2191 Western Dr 9017 1221-1286 Gateway Pl 2309-2438 Kensington Cres 1215-1266 Kensington Pl 1217-1265 Knights Crt 2306-2378 Nottingham Pl 6071 90-149 April Rd 2-50 Bedingfield St 100-108 Roe Dr (even) 1-19 Symmes Bay 9008 2335-2496 Begbie Terr 926-974 Captain Crt 909-993 Citadel Dr 2314-2453 Colonial Dr 922-982 Moody Crt 9110 3511-3550 Carlisle St 3527-3564 Graham St 3600-3675 Hughes Pl 2302-2416 Patricia Ave (even) 2377-2441 Scott Pl 3520-3550 Stevenson St 8608 3248-3256 Mariner Way 2840 Norman Ave 991-1032 Ogden St 1014-1031 Palmdale St 1015-1028 Saddle St 8790 1266-1299 Creekstone Terr 1266-1319 Hollybrook St 3336-3361 Leston Ave 3347-3361 Mason Ave (odd) 1280-1311 Sadie Cres 9229 1005-1233 Dominion Ave (odd) 2430-2485 Ottawa St 1260-1268 Riverside Dr 2471-2483 Tigris Cres 2430-2472 Yangtze Gate (even) 1202-1260 Yangtze Pl (even) 8794 1423-1516 Dayton St 3402-3428 Harper Rd (even) 3425-3450 Horizon Dr 1502-1510 Shoreview Pl 9058 1567-1771 Eastern Dr 1602-1748 Pitt River Rd 2081-2089 Pooley Ave 1624-1846 Scarborough Cres 1582-1619 Stella Pl 8624 1028-1056 Bouy St 2600 Dewdney Trunk Rd 2555-2595 Passage Dr 1044-1079 Spar Dr 9010 1015-1197 Fraserview St 2012-2060 Leggat Pl 2025-2056 Poel Pl 1014-1181 Yarmouth St 8759 1221 Coast Meridian Rd 3380-3455 Darwin Ave 1225-1248 Holtby St 1239 Soball St 3403-3465 Victoria Dr (odd) 3388-3476 Wilkie Ave 9065 2106-2157 Anita Dr 2103-2166 Audrey Dr 1468-1582 Celeste Cres (even) 1602-1616 Eastern Dr (even) 2101-2126 Elspeth Pl 1618-1640 Western Dr (even) 8631 3002-3035 Ashbrook Pl 2951-2975 Como Lake Ave (odd) 802-814 Greene St (even) 820-856 Irvine St (even) 3001-3028 Maplebrook Pl 2988-2998 Marcellin PL Other routes not listed may be avail. Please call to enquire. If you live on or near one these routes and you are interested in delivering the papers please call Circulation @ 604-472-3042 and quote the route number.

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INSURANCE INSURANCE JOB FULL OR PART TIME AVAILABLE

For Level 2 Agent in Mission, Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadow areas. Fax resume to: 604-460-2802 or Call 604-460-2880 or email mission@sussexinsurance.com

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RETAIL

Fashion Sales Associate part-time position available to work 3 - 5 weekdays Approx. 5 hrs/day for a mobile clothing service Job requirements are: *must have sales experience preferably fashion sales * enjoy working with seniors * have own transportation * ideal position for semi-retired sales people. * If you are able to drive a van pulling a trailer, this would be extra pay. Email resumes to: Cocosclothestoyou@shaw.ca

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

www.tricitynews.com EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

TRADES, TECHNICAL

We are a local progressive concrete pre-cast company based in Chilliwack. Duties include; preventative maint., scheduled repairs, and quick response repairs to ensure our modernized equipment runs efficiently. Routine equipment inspections and repairs are required. The Successful candidate must have good problem solving, diagnostic, interpersonal, and time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours in a variety of conditions. Experience working with electrical systems and PLC programs would be a definite asset. Minimum requirements include completion of ITA certificate of qualification as an Industrial Mechanic, inter - provincial red seal endorsement, & a certificate of apprenticeship. Previous work experience in a related industry would be an asset.

OUR COMPANY OFFERS: 1.) Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Benefits. 2.) Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group. 3.) Company Sponsored Social Activities.

Please e-mail resume, including cover letter & references: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com

You will work on the repair & upkeep of bucking mills post peelers and wheeled mobile equipment. Must have 10 years exp. including hydraulics, welding & minor electrical repairs. Will have the ability to work unsupervised, be able to problem solve and prioritize jobs. Competitive Compensation Package w/ Profit Sharing! Email resume: elizabeth@pwppost.com or fax: (1)250-295-7912

Stair Builder / Parts Craftsman

Westcoast Moulding & Millwork Surrey, a building product supplier has a Full - Time opportunity for an experienced Stair Builder & Parts Craftsman. Must have pervious experience in shaping Rails & Building stair components. Positive attitude, dedication & willingness to learn rewarded with: • Advancement Opportunities • Excellent Remuneration Package Commensurate w/ Experience • Full Benefits Please Fax resume: 604-513-1194 or E-mail: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com

TILESETTERS Vlad Construction Corp located at 106-522 Smith Ave, Coquitlam, B.C., requires several full time, permanent Tilesetters. The job covers comprehensive tasks in the area of service preparation, build and install bolts, wires and brackets, mix & prepare material for tiles installation, set and align tiles in positions, provide all finishing & follow-up services. May also prepare cost estimates. 4 Years combination of experience & training, and some high school. Salary $25/hr. Email resume to:

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 Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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

Kristy 604.488.9161

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

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HOME REPAIRS, renovations, plumbing, electrical, carpentry & painting. Reas rates. 604-945-7099. A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 300

LANDSCAPING

GREENWORX Redevelopment Inc. Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls. Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Concrete cutting, Jack hammering, old swimming pools filled in & decks. 604-782-4322

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MISC SERVICES

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.

MARK & JOANNA BRAGIEL Tri-City Business Centre 3rd flr 2300-2850 Shaughnessy St. 604-338-2513

9 Bark Mulch 9 Lawn & Garden Soil 9 Drain Gravel 9 Lava Rock 9 River Rock 9Pea Gravel

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7 Days / Week

Ring up proﬁts! www.bcclassiﬁed.com

15% SENIORS DISCOUNT A+ Rating with BB Bureau

•Lawn Cuts/Trim •Aerating •Leaf Cleanup •Power Rake •Hedge & Shrub Trimming •Pruning Trees •23 yrs. exp. •Insured •Free Estimates

DESIGN

Brad 778-552-3900

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

M.T. GUTTERS

Professional Installation 5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Soffit *CLEANING *REPAIRS 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE

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

~ FULLY INSURED ~

Call Tim 604-612-5388

Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

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ELECTRICAL

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

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

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FENCING

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

INTERIORS: Baths (reno’s/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc. VERSATILE! EXPERIENCED IN OVER 30 LINES OF WORK! * Quality work * Prompt Service * Fair prices For positive results Call Robert SERVICE CALLS WELCOME

GREENPRO LANDSCAPING Lawn cuts, pruning, full yard maint & installation. Fencing. Fast & dependable Since ‘06. 604-537-5536

UNIQUE CONCRETE

HERFORT CONCRETE

604-465-1311

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MOVING & STORAGE

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

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

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

(604)465-1311

meadowslandscapesupply.com

CONCRETE & PLACING

FREE ESTIMATES

HOME REPAIRS

Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 Prompt Delivery Available

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

$59.00 Per Ton

Meadows Landscape Supply

604-537-4140

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

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

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

604-728-3009

If I can’t do it It can’t be done

TAX RETURNS

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

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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.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928

ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

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

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info@jkbconstruction.com www.jkbconstruction.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

GARDENING

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

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

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

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

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

9Dump Site Now Open9

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

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

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PERSONAL SERVICES

(Surrey Terminal)

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

dariusbalaj@gmail.com

Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic

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.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

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.

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F/T - Millwright / Maintenance Person Princeton, B.C.

INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT)

The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!

PERSONAL SERVICES

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

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS RENO & REPAIR

NO JOB TOO SMALL! Renovations/Repairs/Building S Bathrooms S Basements S Suites S Decks / Sheds S Plumbing S Flooring / Tiles S Electrical

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

MIRACLE MOVING Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca

604 - 720 - 2009

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

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

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

Ask about our

ROOM SPECIAL

CALL TODAY! 604-803-5041 www.benchmarkpainting.ca

www.tricitynews.com HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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PRO 9 ACC PAINTING LTD - Est. 1989 F WCB, Insured, Licensed F Free Estimates F Many References F All Types of Painting

B.J. (Brad) Curtis B.A.

Ph: 604-942-4383

www.pro-accpainting.com

NO Headaches NO Surprises NO Excuses “JUST A GREAT JOB!”

Robert J. O’Brien

604-728-5643

PRESSURE WASHING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

2 coats any colour

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

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

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PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005 BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

TREE SERVICES

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS 749

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING Call Ian 604-724-6373

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

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

604-467-6065

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

PETS

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

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865

Searching for your dream home or selling it? This is the location. Listings include everything from acreage, farms/ranches to condos and waterfront homes.

bcclassified.com

SUNDECKS

Shih tzu, male, 4 mos, one left, $500. Call (604)316-9495 or 604795-5626 SMOOTH MINI Dachshunds. Born January 10. Family raised. Well socialized with kids. 1st shots, dewormed. $850. 778-552-4658

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506

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

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

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RUBBISH REMOVAL EXTRA CHEAP

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

APPLIANCES

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

FIVE STAR ROOFING

Check out bcclassified.com Help Wanted - Class 130

TRANSPORTATION

Pitt Meadows Marina

PETS

372

LOOKING FOR WORK?

TOWNHOUSES

14179 Reichenback Rd

EAGLE ROOFING

All types of Roofing Repairs Free Estimates

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

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

RENTALS

STORAGE

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

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs

374

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

www.paintspecial.com

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

560 . Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688

374

TREE SERVICES

MISC. FOR SALE

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS / METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS YAMAHA UPRIGHT PIANO U1 walnut case, 30 yrs old, 2nd owner, Played recreationally. Well maintained. Beautiful instrument. $1950. obo. 778-808-8938

REAL ESTATE 627

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC

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

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

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

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

GARDEN COURT HOUSING CO-OP

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

Call 604-464-4921

Polo Club Apartments 19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg. 3 Blocks to W.C. Express W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets

604.465.7221 PORT COQUITLAM

1 bdrm 2nd flr suite - $775 S New paint, carpet & appls 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 * SORRY NO DOGS * CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

604-464-3550

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Launch Ramp with 3 lines and ample parking for tracks and trailers NEWLY RENOVATED Retail / Office space at 193 School House Street, Coquitlam, avail for rent. Easy access. Light filled. 2 storey space, must be viewed in person. Main floor at 1089 sf with 2 bathrooms & mezzanine 432 sf. Rent $3500 + utils. Parking lot is shared. Call Sentinal Storage at (604)515-4075 to arrange a viewing. PORT COQUITLAM 775-3000sqft. Ground floor commercial space. Office / retail / service type business. Facing onto city park. 2 blks from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

736

HOMES FOR RENT

1.24 ace. 4 Bedrooms 3600sft., dble Gar., Back onto Coq River, 5 mins to Coq. Malls. $2800/mo. 604649-8987

SOUTH SURREY EXECUTIVE

Fully Furnished & Equipped

Short Term or Long term! Hotel Living

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

604.488.9161

RENTALS 706

845 The Scrapper

Call 604-575-5555 bcclassiﬁed.com

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION 2 ROOMS $500/each. Between Lougheed Mall & Port Moody. Gym, & pool incl. Nr bus.778-867-3702 PORT MOODY: Room for rent. Female only. N/s, Non drinker. Nr bus stop. $550/mo. (604)339-6272 PT MOODY $500 Room to rent. Shared, kitchen, liivingrm, bath, laundry. Includes wifi, cable, utilities. Avail April 1. 604-644-2920

Onsite Manager

604.465.7713 750

SUITES, LOWER

COQUITLAM lrg 2 bdrm gr/lvl bsmt, 15 min walk to Douglas Coll. Ns/np. $950/m incl w/d, utils, cable & net. Discount for 1 person. Avail Now or April 1st. Call 778-216-1284. POCO, Main flr, 2 BR, new kitchen & bath, new laminate, 1000+ sq.ft. central loc, ideal for prof cpl, $950 util incl. N/S, N/P. 604-944-8556

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

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

PORT COQUITLAM. Large 1 bdrm $800 incl utils & cbl Nr amens/bus. N/P 604-942-8548, 604-441-5357. Port Moody compl reno’d, lrg 1300 sq.ft. bright g/l 2 bd + den, patio, nr amens, $1200, ns/np 604-727-1903

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SUITES, UPPER

1998 Dodge Durango, 5.2L V8, all power options, automatic, good cond! $3000. 604-944-2255

Coquitlam Lge quiet 2 bdrm main flr duplex carpet/hardwd, carport, deck $1000 N/S No dogs 604-937-3534

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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

FABULOUS DEAL 2008 Infiniti EX35. Fully Loaded. Call Owner @ 604-461-3099.

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On October 15, 2014, at the 800 block of Roderick Avenue, Coquitlam, BC , Peace Officer(s) of the Surrey RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: a 2006 BMW 750i, VIN:WBAHL83526DT02856, Alberta plate: BNL0409, on or about 02:30 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was a warrant authorized by the court pursuant to the Criminal Code of Canada to seize evidence in respect of an offence (or offences) under section 279(2) of the Criminal Code of Canada (unlawful confinement) and was therefore offence-related property pursuant to section 2 (Definitions) of the Criminal Code of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-2621, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will

be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www.pssg.gov. bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

A20 Wednesday, March 11, 2015, Tri-City News