ANMORE VILLAGE
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'The Anmore Ladies' Book Club - Gentlemen Included' welcomed local author, lawyer Larry Barron, to a 'Meet the Author' gathering on Monday, February 20, 2012. Mr. Barron's recent novel 'The Metamorphasis of Hitler - 1919' generated a lively, values-laden, discussion on a number of issues related to the content of this substantial historical novel. Mr. Barron is currently researching a sequel to this provocative narrative. You can buy the novel on Amazon.com. The group that gathered expressed profound appreciation to Mr. Barron, esquire. As one of the group said, "Thanks so much for talking to us. As always, history continues to repete itself. What a great read!" (20-02-12) Click Here
A number of Anmore residents helped NDP Candidate Joe Trasolini welcome Olivia Chow to the Port Moody Office on Saturday, February 18th. Ms Chow's husband, Jack Layton, was the national leader of the NDP Party before his untimely death last year, and Ms Chow is a very respected NDP leader.
" Olivia Chow, NDP MP for Trinity-Spadina and Federal
Transportation Critic, arrived at Joe Trasolini's campaign
office on Saturday afternoon to show support for his
candidacy. People were crowded into every nook and cranny to
see and hear this gracious, warm woman speak from the heart.
There were three clear messages. First, demonstrating her
acute knowledge of the situation here in Port
Moody-Coquitlam (the name of the riding that includes
Anmore), she almost dared our Premier to call the
by-election knowing that the current government has fallen
from favour in the public eye. Second, she commended Joe on his record as a municipal politician, acknowledging that her own roots are from civic politics, and that this is the place where politicians have their feet on the ground, meeting with and staying connected to the people. She smiled as she said it is difficult to stop saying Mayor Trasolini or "Your Worship".Her final message was to talk about the private member's bill which is entering second reading in the House of Commons. This bill is calling for a national transit strategy. Olivia made it clear she's dedicated to helping all cities maintain and fix transit systems. Canada is the only G8 country without a national public transit strategy. Olivia stayed for a couple of hours to talk with everyone present as well as to do some telephone canvassing along with the other MP's and MLA's who arrived for the day including Brian Topp and Peggy Nash, two of the NDP leadership candidates." Sasamat Lake boot solves 1987 disappearance - Tests show foot bones those of angler missing for 25 years. To link to Vancouver Province article Click Here
It's Worth Every Penny - If you have Pennies That Is!
Vancouverites who complain about the city’s notoriously high cost of living aren’t imagining things: the city is now the most expensive place to live in North America. (15-02-12) To read Global tv article Click Here
"School District 43 provided a psychologist to substitute teacher Aleksandr Plehanov to help him with his "boundary issues" more than a month before he was arrested for sexual interference and sexual assault." There were some concerns at Anmore Elementary where Mr. Plehanov did some supply teaching. (14-02-12) To link to the full story in the Tricity News Click Here
Students are making a difference and they deserve to be recognized for their efforts. Their contributions can be seen throughout Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra. (14-02-12) To read article in the Coquitlam NOW Click Here
Meghan and Mark's Wedding
"If the ultimate challenge to test your compatibility with your romantic partner is to travel together, then Ottawa-natives Meghan and Mark have passed that test with flying colours! These frequent Anmore visitors have a loving story to tell.
In this first of a 4-part Valentine’s Travel + Escape ORIGINAL WEB SERIES this month, you can find out what it took for this adorable couple of WeWander.ca to make their dream come true. From the way they look at each other, to their heart-warmingly compassionate tips and advice, Meghan and Mark have the makings of a fairytale dream come true!"
For the readers of the Anmore Alternative News, the adventures of this lovely couple will not be new. We regularly followed the WeWander.ca website. As well, if Meg looks a little bit like the Founding Editor of the Anmore Alternative News to you, it should be no surprise. It is those 'Burton' genes. The couple calls Dr. Burton 'Auntie Lynnie'. To view the video at Travel and Escape Click Here (07-02-12)
Report Card on British Columbia Schools
The Fraser Institute has just released its 2011 ranking of schools in BC. To read about the ranking process Click Here. Anmore Elementary rankings are as follows (See page 21) :
Overall 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
Out of 10 5.9 6.8 5.4 6.6 5.0
Metro Vancouver Recycles - For link to a Metro Vancouver website that helps you to determine the nearest place to recycle various products from the Village of Anmore (06-02-12) Click Here
Mayor Ralph Drew on the Belcarra website shows that relative to our neighbours in School District No.43, Anmore property owners will collectively pay an increased "share" of the School Tax in 2012. To link to the Belcarra Mayor's Report Click Here.
Local entrepreneur is supported by Anmore in his pilot styrofoam recycling project
Councillor Tracy Green is quoted in the Coquitlam NOW on the success of Anmore resident Mark Obedezinski's pilot project on styrofoam recycling for the Village over the Christmas season. (29-01-12) To link to the article Click Here
At the January 10th Anmore Regular Council Meeting, former Anmore Mayor, Pam Blackman, reported on the success of the big yellow styrofoam recycling bin set up by Anmore resident Mark Obedzinski in the Village parking lot over the holidays. This may become a regular event in the future. (23-01-12)
Happy Un-birthday to Wonderful Wandering Wade. 50 is not old if you are a tree. All of our very best wishes to you. (24-01-12)
Wandering Wade and his lovely Mom celebrate this milestone event
Congratulations to Anmore resident, Bruce Landon, millionth customer at the Port Moody Recreation Complex, winner of a LIFETIME FITNESS PASS. Last summer, Anmore resident Elaine Willis won a $50.00 pass from Port Moody. (22-01-12) To link to full article in the Coquitlam NOW Click Here
Daniel Taylor to teach painting classes
Daniel Taylor, Ginette Taylor, and Graham Girard at Anmore Arts in the Garden 2010
Noted conservationist and painter Daniel Taylor is bringing his eclectic talents to Coquitlam. The Anmore native, who specializes in high realist acrylic paintings, will be offering two sets of instruction at the Plan-T Art Studio in Coquitlam. To link to full story in the Coquitlam NOW Click Here (22-01-12)
Congratulations from Your Friends in Anmore!
Josh Morneau and Kaitlyn Allen are married on Saturday, December 17th
For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh'? (Matthew 19:5)
For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, (Mark 10:7)
and the two will become one flesh.' So they are no longer two, but one. (Mark 10:8)
Kim and Kyle Firth with their geratric Boxer Beau lived on Sugar Mountain Way in Anmore for four plus years. Kim was one of the first columnists in the Anmore Alternative News with her regular Pet column. She now lives in Lantzville on Vancouver Island. She invites you to consider leaving your pets with her on your visits to the Island. "The Alpha Dog House in Lantzville knows how important a pet is, and wants everyone to have a great holiday." To read the recent article in the Nanaimo Bulletin Click Here.
Alpha Dog House
250-618-1580
Congratulations to Anmore physician Chris Sedergreen who was honoured at the Sasamat Volunteer Fire Department Awards Night on Wednesday, December 14th, for his exceptional service as a SVFD trustee in his capacity as an Anmore Councillor. Thank you for your dedication to Anmore Dr. Sedergreen. Merry Christmas to you and yours! (14-12-11)
Anmore Elementary receives $50,000 for playground equipment. To link to full story in the NOW Click Here (11-12-11)
Heritage Woods Secondary's leadership students spread holiday cheer through their fourth annual Seniors' Christmas Tea last Thursday. For link to Coquitlam NOW article (08-12-11) Click Here
The Coquitlam NOW reports that Recreation Discussions are on between Anmore and Port Moody. Port Moody told Anmore in April 2011 that talks were off since Anmore had not come to the table Click Here. (08-12-11)
Michelle Montico, Editor of BuntZen, has shared the 2011 Christmas SpiritZ newsletter for Buntzen Bay with the Anmore Alternative News readers. Buntzen Bay is a small neighbouring community accessed through Buntzen Lake Park. We love to hear your news. Thank you very much. To read the latest edition (05-12-11) Click Here
Christmas Greeting for Anmore Village Hall staff. Chief Administrative Officer Howard Carley hails from Calabogie in the Ottawa Valley. Wayne Rostad sings about Christmas in 'The Valley' (07-12-11) Click Here
Are you ready? Grocery store dancing micro movement (07-12-11)
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Outstanding Contribution - Well done 'young people'.
Moody Middle School is known for its record contributions to the annual Terry Fox Fund-Raising drive, and this year was no exception! Students Georgia and Sarah were pleased to present, on behalf of their school, a cheque of almost $37,000 to Judy Fox-Alder of the Terry Fox Foundation. Click Here
A Big Thank You to All of the 'Priceless' Volunteers in Anmore on International Volunteer Day Dec. 5, 2011 and Every Other Day of the Year! A special thank you goes out to Chief Scott and all of the Sasamat Volunteer Fire Department volunteers who are on call for all of the residents of Anmore and Belcarra 24 hours a day -7 days a week -365 days of the year. You are truly our unsung heroes. (05-12-11).
"There’s a real sense of pride and community at the Sasamat Volunteer Fire Department, a volunteer based organization that provides fire protection services to the Villages of Anmore and Belcarra, and obtains its funding and support services from GVRD." To link to the SVFD website Click Here
Following up on World HIV/AIDS Awareness on December 1, 2011, at TEDxSFU, Dr. Montaner showed instant AIDS testing and brought audience up-to-date on the amazing research which has changed the diagnosis from a death sentence to that of a chronic illness. BC has amazing medical research. To get the latest Click Here. Elaine Willis (01-12-11)
Shorne Group 1 Scouts from Gravesham District/Kent in the United Kingdom form links with 1st Anmore Scouts
Whilst on holiday this year we were delighted to be able to form links with 1st Anmore Scouts. Anmore is a small rural community just outside of Vancouver, in British Columbia. We left a Shorne Group t-shirt, Gravesham District/Kent Invicta badge, a Shorne Scout group badge, and a couple of badges from Hopehill campsite bought whilst we were at family camp. 1st Anmore Scouts have sent to us a lovely t-shirt and selection of badges in return which will be displayed at the hut. We hope to form a strong link with this group and each of our sections (Beavers, Cubs and Scouts) will be finding out ways to make contact and learn a little about their International friends. More to follow in future Group Gossip editions... (01-12-11) To read full Shore Group 1 Newsletter from Joanne Raff Click Here.
On November 17th, 2011, the SVFD Board of Trustees approved entering into a contract with Surrey Fire Service for the provision of Emergency Call Taking, Call Tracking, Computer Aided Dispatch, Records Management System and communication services. (29-11-11) To link to full article by Belcarra Mayor Ralph Drew Click Here.
In the last 30 days there have been 3665 visitors and 13,344 page views to the Anmore Alternative News
"The books from Spirit of PaperTigers opened a door to the world for the students at Anmore Elementary in an engaging and pleasurable way." To read the full submission Click Here
Tri-cities Profiles - Helen Daniels - Executive Director of Arts Connect (27-11-11) Click Here
Anmore Lights of Christmas Past
(Courtesy of Wandering Wade)
BC Municipal Voter Turnout Calculations - November 19, 2011 Anmore (22-11-11) Click Here
At the Regular Council Meeting held on November 22, 2011, Anmore Council said "Good-bye" to the Anmore Director of Corporate Services Karen-Ann Cobb. She is retiring after over twenty years of service. (22-11-11)
"In our third show, step back in time with our hosts Stephanie Wiebe and Darren Storsley, at the Burnaby Village Museum. Clayton finds out about Paul Caune and Civil Rights Now." Anmore's exceptional advocate Elaine Willis is a strong supporter and is shown in the film clips at Coquitlam City Hall. This clip is found at the 16 1/2 minute mark. Click Here
