Energy Saving Tips and Ideas to Save You Money Inflation and the cost of living are expected to rise dramatically in 2023. Families will have to put out more money for everyday living. Don’t worry, there is hope. One area where you can save some money is in your energy bill. Here are 5 energy … Read more
Preparing your Home for Winter in Port Moody With Christmas is only 2 months away, it is time to get your home prepared for winter. I would like to share with you a few common tips. Preparing your home’s inside for winter To help prepare for winter, have your furnace professionally serviced. It will also … Read more
British Columbia has some of the highest populations of black bears in the world with estimates ranging from 120 to 150 thousand animals. Most of BC is considered “bear country” with bears living in coastal temperate rainforests as well as the dry interior. They are renowned for their acute sense of smell that allows them … Read more
Step-by-Step Home Buying Process If you are new to B.C. or a first-time homebuyer, buying a home can feel like a daunting experience. Over the years, my mentor (John Grasty) and I have developed a step-by-step guide to help simplify this process. 1. Choose a Realtor then Analyze Your Needs/Goals with your Realtor When it … Read more
BC Property Assessment in 2021 While our minds have been clearly occupied with the pandemic and the political events south of the Canadian border, some of you may have been surprised to see the 2021 BC Assessment mail show up in your mailbox this week. If it slipped your mind with so much going on … Read more
Why are Home Prices on the Rise in Canada? We have all been through a lot in 2020. The housing markets began the year strong, then fell flat in March and April as the pandemic triggered a global lockdown. During the previous quarter, we saw a bit of a slow down in the housing market. … Read more
Port Moody Secondary School Dry Grad As you may have heard, there is a wonderful movement towards young adults staying safe while having fun at a “Dry Grad,” which means students have an alcohol-free, drug-free place to celebrate their grade 12 graduation. This after-party trend has been ramping up since the 1990s and Jessica and … Read more
National Indigenous People’s Day On Thursday, June 21, we will be attending the National Indigenous People’s Day Celebration presented by the Port Moody Ecological Society’s Welcome Post Project. This event takes place at Rocky Point Park from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. With traditional drumming, singing, and a blessing ceremony, this is a cultural event to … Read more
Recognizing Gerry Nuttall We’re very pleased to recognize our friend Gerry Nuttall who is being bestowed with the prestigious Freedom of the City designation by the City of Port Moody this Saturday, June 16, 2018. John has known Gerry for many years, working together with him on committees and boards including an economic development committee, a Parks … Read more
Port Moody Soccer Club Awards Night 2018 On April 10, 2018, we were delighted to once again sponsor the Port Moody Soccer Club in their Awards Night. It was an exciting evening recognizing the immense talent that resides in our community and with the kids of the Port Moody Soccer Club! As part of our … Read more