It's usually my go to store if I get out...today I went there and to a pet store across the street,…read more then to TNT and Safeway...once I got home, I was itching and found 3 bedbugs bites in a row on my stomach. I did call the store to let them know...he said they haven't gotten any complaints...I said, I am complaining now. Spoke to the manager...was told they would check the store...sadly, I won't go there again. I know the bites are from a bed bug because I worked in the dtes before and had to deal with this problem. Hopefully they can heat steam the entire place so the problem is dealt with. Ugh

super small but if you visit every week or two/live or work somewhat nearby you are bound to find…read moresomething. employees are very nice and polite but aisles are narrow and senior ladies with grocery carts block them all the time so its a bit harder to pass. love checking it out but some prices are a bit steep from time to time

SPARC BC : 4445 Norfolk Street,Burnaby BC V5G 0A7…read more The Social Planning and Research Council of B.C. (SPARC BC) is an independent, non-partisan, registered charity that works with BC communities in building a just and healthy society for all. SPARC BC's issues the permits to use designated disability parking spaces. SPARC BC has been advocating for the rights of people with mobility limitations since 1969, and managing the Parking Permit Program for People with Disabilities since 1984. Over 100,000 people rely on this program. Apply for or renew your permit to use designated parking spots anywhere in B.C. FOR GENERAL INQUIRIES Phone: 604-718-7744 Fax: 604-736-8697 Email: info@sparc.bc.caOpens in your application FOR PARKING PERMIT INQUIRIES Office Hours: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday Closed Saturday, Sunday, and statutory holidays Phone: 604-718-7744 Opens in your application Toll Free within BC: 1-888-718-7794 Opens in your application Fax: 604-736-8697 Email: permits@sparc.bc.caOpens in your application SPARC BC ACCESSIBILITY AND ENFORCEMENT LINE The SPARC BC Permit Processing Fee is $31.00. Permits issued for permanent disabilities must be renewed every three years. Temporary permits will be valid for a period of time as determined by the physician (for a maximum of one year). Customers are welcome to donate to SPARC BC while waiting for the applying or renewing the permits for the designated disability parking spaces. The donation is used for the internal control of the cost of parking permit and Utility bills in order to balance their budget of the SPARC BC annually. Being a registered charity, the SPARC BC, it's their responsibility to file an Audited Financial Statements for the government record.

My lady sought a referral from her family doctor in late-June of this year, to apply for a…read more'handicap parking permit'. Her doctor agreed, had the necessary application, and filled out the required doctor's portion. She filled out the remaining personal information, and such required, attached a cheque for $26, and mailed the application to SPARC. The permits -- which consisted of one to be displayed within the vehicle being used and parked, and a card to carry on person -- arrived in just a few days. The permit to hang in the vehicle was 'punched' to start 'July/22', and end 'July/25'. She was hospitalized at the time her permit arrived, and only came home recently. So it has been a good while before she could get out, and have it applied for the first time to a parking space. Yesterday was 'the' day -- the space was perfect, and she was so delighted by the helpful assistance the permit provided.

At work, I'm member of Joint Health Safety Committee and Occupational First Aid. And I was looking…read morefor in person class for annual educational leave for JHSC. Today I joined to Incident Investigation course with the instructor Alyssa. The facility was very clean and organized. In the classroom, there is a coffee pot, tea bags, water stand, microwave oven and the fridge. Unfortunately there are no fast food restaurants near there, bring your lunch if you needed. The course was very meaningful and lots of reading for filing report but Alyssa was very patient and friendly to keep us motivating. They provided summery of text in advance on line and in class, they prepared thick textbook. I felt well supported.

They provide much needed services for the community. The community truely is in a better position…read morewith this organization. However, they need to pay their staff better and not rely on the aid of volunteers to be more cost effective. Hire more staff and pay a slightly higher wage. Many of these people are working more than one job! Ps. Split shifts are very difficult. ASC staff, you are valued!!

My elderly mother was going a bit stir crazy being homebound because of the rain and lack of an…read moreactivity to do. She is not fluent in English and had not integrate into the community. I took her to Burnaby Neighbourhood House and introduced her to the senior program director there. My mother is resistant to new things but she started to participate in the BNH programs. I am stunned at the change in my mothers mood. After two weeks of going to BNH she is happily looking forward to the next meetings. She is visibly happier. She has made new friends. She tells me that she feels welcomed at the BNH. I am so impressed with the outcome for my mother that I have asked my daughter to sign up for the teen leadership programs at the BNH.

A gem! What a find, this gem of a shop on Hastings, just east of London Drugs. Getting kids quality…read moregifts, books and toys can be a challenge with all the shiny bling out there. This place has art kits, embroidery kits, quality books that have obviously carefully chosen, inclusive and good selection of non-fiction. There are games, paint supplies, trinkets. Something for everybody, good place to pop into if you are looking for gifts. It is a very narrow space with every nook and cranny utilized, so be ready to feel a bit squished and masks are mandatory.

A really special place that adds so much to the neighbourhood and the greater Vancouver. One of my…read morefavourite features is the puzzle exchange! Truly a cozy nook to make and do together and unlock self discovery for learners of all ages. Another thing that makes this place special is an area that's perfect for makers to share their craft and inspirations. I always look forward to finding new and fascinating gems inside.

Been coming here for years and prices are still often too high for what it is. Hidden gems at a…read moregood price is still occasionally to be had here but they're far in between, it's a very common problem they won't admit to or has an excuse for. And as usual, they still play favourites with customers for no real reason and won't admit to it.... ‍ Also, lost count on how often the employees (usually the assistant manager), clearly don't have as much experience with customer service. I've seen worse but some is still really lacking. PS. Make sure you keep your eyes on your items. Had someone took something right from under me when I was looking at something for not even a 5 second. After I realized it, I tried to confront the guy myself but walked away after I realized he won't admit his wrong doing and might gotten the police involved if I continued. When I brought it up to security, they admitted they won't do anything about it. Granted, their safety is a priority but what is the point of having a security guard when you had an issue that is borderline theft and nobody will help you in this regards? This is the kind of store you guys are supporting here, folks.... Employees that might not want to right a wrong or help you if hits the fan unless if you're butt is injured and is a clear liability.

Learn to treat disabled people with respect and dignity! Your security guard kept following me in…read morethe store, and your assistant manager accused him of theft when he had done nothing wrong. She tried to prevent me from leaving so I very loudly told her so everyone in the store heard me no you do not get to search me, call the manager check the cameras if the manager says I took something ill call the cops, and they can search because they're not gonna find anything! Never used to have problems in your store! Is this how you treat disabled people both customers and disabled employees too?

I had a medical emergency a couple of months ago and was warded here for close to a month. From…read moreemergency to ICU and to the regular ward, it has been quite an experience. I've never been admitted to a hospital from birth till now. I found out nurses were not trained to do the IV needle thing, they learned on the job. So my arms still have hard bumps where the needles didn't go in correctly at the emergency ward and those bumps were water retention or edema. R said my arm was so swollen he had to question the nurses what happened and they immediately removed it. The doctors said they should be gone soon but it has been several weeks now. The ICU nurses and care aides were wonderful. Cheerful and kind. The regular ward nurses were hit and miss in the care. Some were really caring and dedicated, some couldn't be bothered and treat you like it was a big hardship to ask them for help. The doctors do come round very often everyday to check on me. Same with the physio and occupational therapist. They came everyday except Sunday to do rehab with me. I had to do a lot of tests and the hospital staff are generally very patient and kind. I also had to go to another hospital for a test/procedure and a nurse escorted me there and back. My experience with the healthcare system (from calling 911 for the ambulance) to the emergency and to discharge is positive. Not the horror story I read about in the news. The ambulance came within minutes and my wait in emergency was under half an hour. I think my condition was really bad and close to dying so the triage worked. I am super thankful to the team of healthcare personnel who worked tirelessly to make sure I am ok. I opted for outpatient rehab and they are located inside the Optimization Centre. It is still a long journey to full or 90% recovery, they estimated about a year, so I guess I'll still be visiting the hospital for rehab frequently until I'm given the all clear. There is a cafeteria here with Starbucks coffee. The breakfast sandwich is terrible. The hospital food is also bad/unappetizing. The sandwich and wrap are ok. There is also an area where you can borrow or leave books.

They have found my body pain it's not my imagination I've a fracture on my left side The nurse are…read moreso great I want them to get everything that they need and want Ruth

Joining Boys and Girls Club was the best thing I've ever done in my life. I was shy and not…read moreconfident of myself because of my English language skills, and this prevented me from applying to work easily. But with training and advice, I became more confident and was able to apply for a major office job and applied for a program at BCIT. I'd like to thank all the instructoo there, especially Carol.

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* Temple at the heart of the community *…read more This area of Vancouver has seen a lot of change over the years, and a lot of displacement. One of the major groups that used to inhabit the area were the Japanese before World War II. They were interned and had their property and businesses taken away during the War, yet the area is still called Japantown by many. There are many remnants of the Japanese community if you look around carefully. Everything from the Japanese names in mosaic tile in front of many of the modern day non-Japanese businesses to the historical connection between the Japanese community and the neighbourhood. The Powell Street Festival highlights the community each year, and one of the things I appreciate about it is how the Japanese community is so good at integrating all members of the current community in the area. Everyone is welcome, and many aspects of the festival are designed to share both the Japanese culture and other cultures. It has a true community building feel to it. The Vancouver Buddhist Temple is at the heart of the festival and opens its doors. There was a nice ikebono display, some historical photo displays, a shiatsu clinic, and a table from the Japanese consulate explaining their various offerings. Just outside the Temple's doors the festival fills up the nearby streets and Oppenheimer park. You can find everything from a spam musubi booth to freshly made yakisoba to okonomiyaki to takoyaki to karaage, etc. Photo: http://www.yelp.ca/biz_photos/vancouver-buddhist-church-vancouver?select=RVMiB7J595daOBluQvHb6A#RVMiB7J595daOBluQvHb6A The organizers setup everything from multiple music stages, story telling, walking tours of the neighbourhood and its history to cross-cultural tours focusing on the various groups of the area besides the Japanese (history of the Chinese, Indian, and First Nation activities in the area's history). There were also activities for all ages including even a suikawari game. (A Japanese game similar to hitting a pinata while blindfolded, but instead you hit a watermelon.) Many festivals around Vancouver are filled with the same typical corporate sponsors (I'm looking at you big banks and radio stations). None of those were in sight here. It was a very community feel overall, and made for a very nice day. All coordinated via the Vancouver Buddhist Temple headquarters! This Temple is truly at the heart of the multi-ethnic community that this area is.

What a wonderful place. Friendly people and a beautiful antique altar from Japan. Offering Dharma…read moresessions and a place to unwind.