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Paladin Securitywins Businessof theYear atthe BurnabyBusinessExcellenceAwardsBy Michael [email protected]

On November 6th, the Burnaby Board ofTrade and the City of Burnaby hosted the15th annual Burnaby Business ExcellenceAwards, recognizing organizations that havedemonstrated outstanding business successand have had a positive and significantimpact on the community.

The event, held at the Hilton VancouverMetrotown, was emceed by Global BC on-airpersonalities Squire Barnes and Yvonne Schalle.

Winners were honoured in nine awardcategories, plus Burnaby-based restaurantthe Hart House was recognized as this year’sBurnaby Business Hall of Fame inductee.

Taking home the Business of the Yearaward was Paladin Security, one of the largest

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The Burnaby Board of Trade (BBOT) set anew personal record, signing up 102 newmembers in just two and a half days.

The milestone was made possible thanksto an innovative, high energy membershipcampaign organized by a group called YourChamber Connection. Over the course of theevent six teams chaired by Burnaby’s savviestbusiness leaders worked against the clockin a competitive, loud – and flamboyantlycolourful – setting to sign up new Boardof Trade members and create greatercommunity awareness about the importantrole of the BBOT.“The ability to attract new members and

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is vital to the success and economicwell-being of everyone who lives, worksor does business in Burnaby,” said BBOTPresident & CEO Paul Holden. “We are thevoice of business in this community andour strength and influence comes directlyfrom our members. Many businesses joinus for benefits and services or networkingopportunities, but many do so simplybecause they understand the importanceof being represented. They get that aninvestment in us is a direct investment inthis community and a successful businessenvironment.”

The Burnaby Board of Trade actuallyserves as the economic developmentagency for the City of Burnaby, a fact thatmany people are unaware of according toHolden. It is a unique model that sets the

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Burnaby Board of Trade apart from virtuallyevery other board of trade or chamber ofcommerce in the country.

Scotiabank’s Cheryl Westgard and BalaNaidoo of Investors Group were honouredat the event’s after-party celebration forchairing the teams who brought in the mostnew members and highest new memberrevenue respectively.

When asked about what made the eventso successful, Naidoo commented: “Whentrusted sources – like those who took partin this event – reach out to their contacts,it makes the decision to join the BBOTmore compelling and attractive. Buildingbusiness is a shared responsibility, and wejust witnessed an engaged community of 150individuals come together and embrace anew way to make business better in Burnaby.”

And with over a hundred new membersthis week, the Burnaby Board of Trade justgained a great deal more clout in their abilityto advocate to all levels of government onbehalf of businesses in Burnaby.¾


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Business of the Year: Paladin Security

Paladin Security was established in 1976 and from modest beginnings with four employeesand one contract, Paladin has grown into the largest private security company in Canada.Their outstanding people, ongoing training, state-of-the-art technology, advancedmonitoring stations and passion for service excellence enable them to provide the mostresponsive and effective customer service in the industry.

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BURNABY BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS WINNERS

Business Person of the Year: Kazuko Komatsu – Pacific Western Brewing

Since purchasing Pacific Western Brewing 20 years ago, Kazuko’s management anddirection have produced unqualified successes, including the first dry beer brewed inCanada, the first certified organic beer, two international ISO designations, and a BrewingIndustry International Gold Medal Award.

Business of the Year (up to 50 employees): Still Creek Press

Still Creek Press is a full service printing company focusing on building strong, meaningfulrelationships with its clients. They work with each customer to identify their greatest area ofneed, develop a strategy on how to accomplish it, and then offer solutions to deliver uponthe client’s objectives.

Business Innovation: Schneider Electric Canada

Schneider Electric is working to accelerate technological development in Solar Energypower conversion and the creation and preservation of highly skilled jobs in BC. Their Solarproducts are designed in Burnaby for the world.

security companies in Canada with offices fromcoast to coast, and their headquarters righthere in Burnaby. Starting in 1976 as a modest4 employee operation, Paladin is among thetop 100 fastest growing companies in BritishColumbia with leading edge technology,and the most responsive customer serviceprograms in the industry.

Winning in two different categories wasthe Down Syndrome Research Foundation,who took home the honours in the categoriesof Family Friendly organization of the Year,and Not-For-Profit Organization of the Year.

“This is a testament to what we do inBurnaby, what we do for the families wesupport, with very frugal management ofexpenses and lots of fundraising,” said DawnMcKenna, the Foundation’s Executive Director.

Other highlights of the evening included aChampagne reception to kick off the night, theformal introduction of the Hart House into theBurnaby Business Hall of Fame, and the alwayswitty (and slightly self-deprecating) videointroduction by Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan– a tradition of the Gala which this year featureda cameo by Burnaby native Michael Buble.

“The Awards Gala is the biggest night on ourevent calendar, and one that I really enjoy a lot,”remarked Burnaby Board of Trade President &CEO Paul Holden. “It’s a special opportunity forus, and the City of Burnaby to truly recognizethe businesses and organizations that makethis community such an exceptional place tolive, work, and do business. I’m very proud,not only of the winners, but of all our trulydeserving nominees.”

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Not for Profit Organization of the Year: Down Syndrome Research Foundation

The Down Syndrome Research Foundation empowers individuals with Down syndrome toreach their full potential throughout life by pioneering and providing educational programsand services, grounded in foundational research. Working with researchers, professionalsand families, they are a bridge between research and practice.

Environmental Sustainability: SFU Ancillary Services

SFU Ancillary Services has worked to earn the Fair Trade Campus designation from FairTrade Canada and is earning national recognition for protecting, sustaining andenhancing natural resources with its efforts aimed not only right here in Burnaby, but alsoon a global scale.

Burnaby Community Spirit: Electronic Arts

Through its Outreach program, EA focuses their energy and funds to support employeeinvolvement in the community by doubling employee donations to qualifying nonprofitorganizations, recognizing employee volunteers with grants to their nonprofits, andeducating local students through tours and student outreach programs.

Entrepreneurial Spirit: BCjobs.ca

At the time BCjobs.ca launched, online job boards were a risky venture. Today, BCjobs isWestern Canada’s largest job board, boasting over 1.5 million page views per month. Thesite provides a multitude of innovative features like the ability build “Candidate Profiles”, acustomized “Job Alert” system, and a “Candidate Search” system for employers.

Family Friendly Organization of the Year: Down Syndrome Research Foundation

The Down Syndrome Research Foundation is committed to creating a work environmentthat supports employees by providing family-friendly policies and practices like flexiblework schedules, work from home opportunities, extended Christmas vacation, generoussick and personal day policies, staff discounts on programs and services, and opportunitiesfor personal and professional growth.

Hall of Fame Inductee: Hart House

The Hart House is a landmark in Burnaby, and has been a popular venue for specialoccasions and events for over a quarter of a century. Their commitment to excellence andservice has made them a local favourite and an institution in this community.

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Is your business prepared for new incoming

environmental regulations?As part of our Pledge for a Sustainable Community program (bbotpledge.ca), the Burnaby Board of Trade is committed to providingsustainability resources, advice, and tools to our membership and the Burnaby business community.

In 2015, Metro Vancouver will be introducing an organics disposal ban to help change the way we manage waste. Ensure you businesses isready to adapt. See the Q&A below to find answers to some of the common questions businesses have asked leading up to the ban.

1. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?It means we will no longer throw food in the garbage. The ban is ondisposal of the ‘organic’ waste. In this case ‘organic’ refers to thingsthat can decay into compost, specifically food and yard waste.

Metro Vancouver, the regional government, manages all of thegarbage produced from 2.3 million residents and businesses in theregion (geographic range from Lion’s Bay to Langley, in South WesternBritish Columbia). Some businesses have been choosing to recycletheir food waste for many years. Putting a disposal ban in place is atool to encourage further reducing and recycling the food we waste.

2. WHO IS IMPACTED?The organics disposal ban applies to all waste generated in thisregion, whether that waste is residential, commercial, or institutional.Everyone needs to be separating food from regular garbage at home,work, school and public places.

3. ARE WE THE FIRST PLACE TO DO THIS?No, while our region is seen as a leader in waste management forhaving a firm commitment to recycling more of our garbage, we arenot the first to put a disposal ban on organics. San Francisco, Halifax,Nanaimo, Portland, Massachusetts as examples. The upcomingorganics ban is the latest change in the way we manage our waste,and like blue box recycling or cardboard-only bins, this practice willseem more normal over time.

4. WHAT‘S WRONG WITH PUTTING FOOD IN THE GARBAGE?In our region, about 20% of the garbage going to landfill or waste-to-energy is food; that’s over 250,000 tonnes per year, and is similarto global numbers. When we throw away food all the nutrients, soil,water, money and energy that went into food production is lost.Further, food decaying under the landfill, where there is little oxygen,produces methane, a powerful greenhouse gas that contributes toglobal warming. In the right conditions, food that is separated fromthe garbage for proper processing can decay cleanly into compost orbiofuel. So instead of wasting nutrients and producing greenhousegasses, we can capture nutrients and produce soil to grow more foodin or a biofuel to replace using fossil fuels.

5. WHAT ARE EXAMPLES OF THE TYPES OF FOOD THAT ARECONSIDERED BANNED?Food is thrown away all along the production line, from growing toprocessing, to retailing and into restaurants and homes. Restaurantand retail businesses might think of pre- consumer (in the kitchenbefore cooking) and post-consumer (plate scrapings and leftovers)foods. The disposal ban also includes packaged and frozen food,bakery, delis and cafes – any food you can think of.

6. HOW WILL MY BUSINESS SEPARATE FOOD FROM REGULARGARBAGE?You’re not creating more garbage, but separating the same garbageinto different containers. You need to assess how you currently

manage your garbage; including ordering, storage, kitchenpreparation, staff rooms, bins and contracts. Metro Vancouver hasa guide to getting started for restaurants. Visit metrovancouver.organd search ‘Closing the Loop’. City websites have tips for residents,including apartments.

7. IS THIS GOING TO COST ME MORE MONEY?For many businesses, separating food from regular garbagesignificantly reduces the volume and service required for regulargarbage. It also prompts us all to recognize and reduce waste. Somebusinesses already separating food from regular garbage find itcost-neutral, while others see slight decrease or increase in costs,depending on their bin sizes and hauling service contracts. In 2014Metro Vancouver is working with small businesses to record andshare examples and costs to separating food from regular garbage.Results will be shared by end of 2014.

8. DO I HAVE TO COMMIT SPACE AND PROVIDE DIFFERENTACCESS TO STORE OR HAUL AWAY A SEPARATE BIN FOR FOOD?You will need space for the food bin(s). Your garbage haulermay have solutions. You may be able to share a food bin with aneighbouring business or start to use smaller garbage bins.

9. ARE THERE COMPANIES THAT PROVIDE SERVICES LIKEHAULING FOOD TO A COMPOST FACILITY, THAT CAN HELP MEGET STARTED, OR DE-PACKAGE FOOD IF REQUIRED?As more businesses start separating waste, more services arebecoming available. The Recycling Council of BC Hotline at 604-REC-YCLE (604-732-9253) maintains a current list of service providers.Many hauling businesses that collect your regular garbage can alsocollect food waste. Other businesses only collect recycling.

10. CAN I LINE THE COLLECTION BINS WITH PLASTIC BAGS?Nuisances like odour need to be managed in order to keep themfrom becoming a problem. Bins can be cleaned on the spot, orswitched for cleaned bins at collection.

The facilities in our region make high-quality compost, and endusers of that compost don’t want product with plastics in it. Oftenplastic-looking bags labelled ‘compostable’, ‘biodegradable’ orsimilar often require very specific conditions to work. Also, it isdifficult for employees to identify the bag type in large mixed wastepiles. For these reasons plastic bag liners are generally not accepted.

There are some exceptions for commercial waste, which is highvolume compared to residential waste. You need to clarify youroptions with your landlord or service provider. For home collectionuse a newsprint to line your bins, or tip and rinse regularly. Inaddition to plastic, examples of other contaminants to avoidare labels, wrapping, elastics, meat trays, plastic cutlery, andaluminum foil.

11. HOW WILL THE BAN BE ENFORCED AND WILL THERE BEFINES ONCE THE DISPOSAL BAN IS IN PLACE?Metro Vancouver has disposal bans on many other recyclable itemslike cardboard, paper and hard plastics. Enforcement is done whengarbage loads are delivered to a disposal facility. There are finesassociated with all disposal bans. Our priority is to keep food out ofthe landfill, not to develop an extensive fining process.

12. WHEN DOES THIS START?The organics disposal ban will come into effect in 2015. Initialenforcement will include warnings and information, and after a graceperiod surcharges will apply. Many households and businesses areseparating food waste from regular garbage already.

Need more information? Visit metrovancouver.org and search‘Organic Disposal Ban’.


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Reintroducing Burnaby’s Mayor and Council following theNovember municipal election

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

DEREK CORRIGAN

I was born in Vancouver and graduated from UBC Law. I was called to the B.C. Bar in 1978. My wife Kathy and I have been married since 1976and have four grown children. Kathy and I have been very engaged in community activities since we moved to Burnaby in 1978. I was elected toBurnaby City Council in 1987.I was elected Mayor in 2002 and re-elected in 2005, 2008 and 2011. This year marks my 27th consecutive year as a member of Burnaby Council.In 1991, I became Burnaby’s GVRD Representative and was soon appointed to the Executive Committee. In 1994 I was appointed Chair of

BC Transit, during my tenure, BC Transit was named as the Best System in Canada (1995) and the Best System in North America (1996). Afterleaving BC Transit, I joined the law firm of Lindsay, Kenney and practised labour law for the next five years. I returned to the GVRD in 2000 andserved as Chair of the Water Committee and as Chair of the Regional Planning and Agriculture Committee.

I have also served for four years as an elected director of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and currently serve as a Trustee ofthe Municipal Finance Authority of BC. I have been an active supporter of the Mayors for Peace movement and have served as the CanadianSecretary for the 3,793 member cities. I have also received a special recognition award for my participation in the United Nations Nuclear Non-Proliferation Conference.

OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR

PIETRO CALENDINO

I moved to Canada from Italy in 1959. I graduated from Britannia High School in Vancouver and went on to achieve two degrees from UBC –Honours Bachelor of Arts and Masters of Arts in Languages – and a teaching certificate from SFU. I worked as a teacher for 30 years.My wife Cedna and I have called Burnaby home for 41 years. I have been active in Burnaby politics for most of those because I believe in the

value of community involvement.I was elected to the Burnaby School Board in 1987 and served for 9 years, including two years as Chair. In 1996, I was elected as the MLA for

Burnaby North. I was elected to Burnaby City Council in 2002 and have been re-elected in 2005, 2008 and 2011.Working together with Council, City staff and the community, I was instrumental in launching the “Giro di Burnaby” that brings value to

Burnaby citizens and awareness to local businesses. With my council colleagues I have brought to Burnaby dozens cultural events throughoutthe year under the Festivals Burnaby policy.As Chair of Burnaby’s Community Policing Committee, I have worked closely with Burnaby Council and staff, citizens, business

representatives and the RCMP in launching Burnaby’s Crime Reduction Strategy that has resulted in a significant decrease in all monitoredcrime types. I have also been instrumental in moving forward the successful Business Watch program launched in Northwest Burnaby.

DAN JOHNSTON

I was first elected to City Council 1993 after serving on Burnaby’s Parks Commission. It was in my role as Chair of the Commission that I furtherdeveloped my longstanding passion for environmental initiatives and refined my goal to serve the community and help make Burnaby thegreen heart of the lower mainland.

I was re-elected in 1996, 1999, 2002, 2005, 2008 and most recently in 2011. A Burnaby resident since 1961, I live with my wife and universityage son in the Lakeview-Mayview neighbourhood. I am Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CGA).

I am proud of the numerous, innovative environmental initiatives brought forward by Burnaby City Council that now serve as models forcities and regions in the lower mainland and beyond. My efforts to make the dredging of Burnaby Lake a reality included ensuring the processwas environmentally sustainable.Over the years, I have played a significant role on Council with my oversight of a number of important City projects, including the Eileen

Dailly Pool, the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, Riverway Golf Course, Fire Hall No. 7 and the Tommy Douglas Library. I have been influential in thedevelopment of Burnaby’s Youth Policy, which gives young people a voice in decisions affecting them and was also instrumental in introducing theBurnaby Recreation Credit program that provides improved access to recreation services for the financially disadvantaged.

ANNE KANG

I was first elected as a Burnaby City Councillor in 2008 and re-elected for a second term in 2011. I live and work in Burnaby and my husbandand I are busy parents of two young children who attend school in the Burnaby school system.

I grew up in the South Slope, Cascade Heights, and Inman neighbourhoods. I studied at UBC where I obtained a Bachelor of Music, aBachelor of Education – Elementary, a Diploma in Special Education – Learning Disability, a Master of Special Education – Gifted and CreativeLearners, and Montessori Certification. I currently teach music in the Burnaby School District where I have gained further insight into theimportant connection between great public services and healthy, growing communities.My passion for working with people is reflected in my strong record of dedication to enhancing my community by taking on leadership roles

with a number of organizations.I have an ongoing commitment to the environment and one of my proudest accomplishments as a City Councillor was my involvement

in Burnaby’s Food Scraps Recycling Program that aims to separate food scraps and organic materials from household waste. This valuableinitiative has resulted in reducing household waste by half, helping to create a more sustainable community.With the recent developments of Burnaby’s city centres, I want to continue to maintain the high quality of life by implementing actions as

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COLLEEN JORDAN

I lived and worked in Burnaby since 1976. I was first elected to Council in 2002 and re-elected in 2005, 2008 and 2011.I was a media librarian in the Burnaby school district where I saw the critical role public service employees play in providing quality services.

Realizing the connection between good public services and great communities, I became actively involved in my union to ensure valuablepublic services and the jobs and community benefits they create are protected. I was elected as the full-time Secretary-Treasurer of CUPE BC, aposition I held until my retirement in 2005.

As the Chair of the City’s Community Development Committee, I have played an integral leadership role in the careful planning andimplementation of a comprehensive growth strategy that benefits Burnaby’s business, residential and neighbourhood communities. I havehelped develop strategic initiatives that have brought added revenue to the City while securing much needed neighbourhood benefits suchchild care centres, spaces for community services and significant well-used community facilities such as Bonsor 55 plus, without impactingproperty taxes. I also championed the process to adopt the secondary suites bylaw. I was pleased to be a part of planning for major newfacilities in each of our four town centres, including an ice rink in Edmonds, and arts/events centre for Metrotown, and community centres inBrentwood and Lougheed; again, all financed via amenity bonus funds, not property taxes.

PAUL MCDONELL

I was first elected to City Council in 2008 and re-elected in 2011.I’ve been a Burnaby resident since 1964. My career as a Firefighter and Rescue Service Worker led to my extensive involvement in numerous

community organizations over the years, including the Muscular Dystrophy Society and the United Way.Over the past two decades, my desire to serve led to my involvement with the Burnaby Parks Board, which I Chaired. Seeing a need in

the community, I became involved with the Burnaby Health Board, focusing on what the Board could do to help advance important regionalhealthcare initiatives. In 1998, I became Chair of the provincial government’s Simon Fraser Health Board.

As a Councillor I have helped build partnerships that have advanced numerous successful initiatives throughout the City, including theMural Program to help curb graffiti; assisted with the Eco-Sculpture Program and the subsequent involvement of high school students in theircreation; the Edmonds Santa Claus Parade; the Edmonds City Fair that now includes the Classic Car Show; and was instrumental in the planningof the Burnaby hosted 2012 BC Senior Games.

Together with the BCA Council and strong citizen consultation and involvement, my efforts continue to be directed at strengthening thecommunity networks that have raised Burnaby’s reputation as an exemplary local and internationally respected City known for its liveability.

SAV DHALIWAL

I was first elected to Burnaby City Council in 2002 and re-elected in 2005, 2008 and 2011. I currently serve as Chair of the Burnaby Parks,Recreation & Culture Commission, a position I have held for the past three years.

My wife Cheryl and I have lived in Burnaby for 35 years. I’ve been actively involved in youth sports including hockey, soccer and baseball.My volunteer activities with the Burnaby Minor Hockey Association, where I also served as President, were rewarded with a Life Membership in1997. My efforts in leading initiatives to support the development of the Bill Copeland Arena eventually led to my involvement with the BurnabyParks Commission. My volunteer activities led me to become interested in municipal politics, as I witnessed the success of the BCA majorityCity Council in meeting the needs of the community through a balance of available resources and service requirements.

Since becoming a Burnaby Councillor, I have taken on leadership roles at the local, regional and national level. I was appointed to the Boardof Metro Vancouver Regional District in 2008, served as President of the Lower Mainland Local Government Association, Committee Member atthe Federation of Canadian Municipalities and was recently elected President of the Union of BC Municipalities. I have also served as a Director,Table Officer and Trustee with the New Vista Society and is a founding member of the Burnaby Edmonds Lions Club.

I retired from a career in Information Technology at TELUS in 2005.

NICK VOLKOW

I have been a Burnaby resident since 1983. My wife and I were raising three young children in the city when I was inspired to serve mycommunity and work towards helping to provide more opportunities for youth to gather and play in safe, supporting environments. I steppedforward to serve on the Burnaby Parks Commission.

My ten years on the Parks Commission resulted in numerous benefits for the city’s youth. The award-winning Bonsor Park Metro Youth Parkfacility and the Confederation Skate Park, that became a model for community involvement as youth who would be using the park participated inits design, were results of my contributions. I was elected to Burnaby City Council in 1996 and have been re-elected 5 times, most recently in 2011.

I’m committed to making Burnaby a great place to live, work and play. I’ve focused a great deal of my energy on transportation safety. Myefforts have contributed to enhanced opportunities for both pedestrians and cyclists in Burnaby. Projects such as the Central Valley Greenway– the 24-kilometre cycling and walking path that runs from Vancouver to New Westminster through Burnaby, along with three new pedestrianoverpasses – have provided citizens with vital links to parks, shopping, worksites and major transit hubs.

My active involvement over the past 12 years in promoting and supporting the Burnaby Blues and Roots Festival at Deer Lake Park hasbrought a significant entertainment option for Burnaby’s citizens and an opportunity to promote the city and its tourism industry.

JAMES WANG

I came to Canada from China in 1996. My family and I have lived in Burnaby for 15 years. I have two kids growing up in Burnaby who are enjoyingthe excellent public education system. I was elected to the Burnaby Board of Education as a School Trustee in 2008 and re-elected in 2011.

I have a Masters in Business Administration. My accomplishments include: Independent Director & Senior Advisor with Canada ExportCentre; Honorary President of the Northwest Benevolent Association of Canada; Advisor with the Canada Community Service Association(CCSA). I was recognized by the Vancouver Sun as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Chinese-Canadians in BC (2006) along with my brother.This year I was named one of RBC’s Top 25 Canadian Immigrants of 2014.

I volunteer my time with many community activities and have led local fundraising campaigns for earthquake victims in Haiti and China. Iam an avid photographer and a golf & Table Tennis enthusiast, sitting as a director of the North America Golf Association and vice Chair ofCanadian Chinese Table Tennis Federation (CCTTF).

All of this positive work has encouraged James to want to do more to serve the community. That is why he made the decision to for a BCACity Council. James knows that he will do his best to bring his passion, energy and extensive experience to the role of City Councillor.


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