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From West Van to West Papua The Outlook catches up with Jeremy Bally before he sets out on a bike trip across Canada SEAN KOLENKO S TA F F R E P O RT E R

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he presence of the traveller, the suitcase wheeling, duffel-bag slung ferry rider is as much a part of the Horseshoe Bay landscape as Sewell’s Marina or the woodpannelled Boathouse Restaurant at water’s edge.

And, more often than not, it’s island travel that brings traffic to the bay — Bowen Islanders heading to and from work or North Shore residents relocating to sunnier climes for the weekend. Rarely is it cyclists preparing for a three-and-a-half month, 5,000 kilometre fundraising trek to Newfoundland.

Except for one day last week, that is. As the sun blanketed Bay Street and the patios filled Wednesday morning with coffee drinkers flipping through the morning paper, Bowen Island’s Jeremy Bally looked east, way east, and pondered the long journey ahead.

“It is the call to adventure. But adventure can suck sometimes,” says Bally, thoughtfully.

“It can be extraordinarily challenging. But that makes life worth it. And, a lot of work went into this, more than I ever anticipated. But when I finally got to this place and everything was organized I just said ‘Hell yeah. I’m biking.’”

It all started about two-and-a-half years ago, when Bally was an undergraduate student at the University of Victoria. He had a friend approach him about joining her club, Rights and Democracy, and Bally took her up on it. Not the most engaged student at the time, Bally took the opportunity to learn more about human rights and social justice issues around the world. It was, as he calls it, the time when he “started caring and became part of a cooperative global community.”

Through his membership in the club, Bally began learning about West Papua, the Indonesian-controlled half of the island of New Guinea.

He explored the human rights injustices and subsequent rebellions of the West Papuan people against the

ROAD WARRIOR - Bowen’s Jeremy Bally. Sean Kolenko photo

Indonesian military and learned of the rich environmental aspect of the culture, as the area is home to the third largest rainforest in the world.

Then, he travelled to West Papua to meet and interview people on both the troubles they face and their hopes for the future.

“Some of the interviews were amazing and some of them were horrifying. Some were first-hand tales of torture,” says Bally.

“But they have a determination for freedom and self-determination.”

From his experiences studying and visiting the country, Bally has cobbled together a multimedia performance that he is taking on the road with him as he rides cross-country to raise awareness and money for West Papua.

The performance comes in three parts: a movie with a hip-hop piece written by Bally performed overtop, a storytelling portion where Bally recounts entries from his travel journal and a shadow puppet film with an audio recording of one of the interviews Bally conducted during his travels.

On the trip Bally says he hopes to raise $18,000, which he will donate to West Papuan community leaders to pay for English classes. He expects to reach St. John’s, N.L. by late August.

For those interested in following his trip or donating money, more information can be found at pedallingwestpapua.com or Facebook.com/ pedallingforpapua.

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The District of West Vancouver Needs Your Input The District of West Vancouver is advancing planning for a post-disaster standard public safety building. This will ensure that in the event of a major earthquake our first responders will be able to serve the community quickly and reliably. A new public safety building would significantly improve our critical infrastructure as the current Police Station and Fire Hall No. 1 will likely fail (and possibly collapse) in the event of a major earthquake.

We need your input!

The current project proposal is to co-locate Fire and Police Services in one post-disaster standard facility located on the south-end of the municipal hall site. The current cost estimate is $39.5 million. The only confirmed Council decision is to construct a new Police Station, constructed to a post-disaster standard and relocate the facility off the 1300 Block of Marine Drive.

Three open houses have been planned for:

We need your input in advance of Council making significant decisions for this project – including location, co-location of fire and police and funding.

Thursday, May 17 Kay Meek Centre, Atrium Thursday, May 24 Gleneagles Community Centre, Seaview Room Thursday, May 31 West Vancouver Community Centre, Spirit Room

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All open houses will begin at 7 p.m. and will present the same materials. Staff and subject matter experts will be on-hand to provide information and answer questions at various information boards. There will be no formal presentation, so members of the public are encouraged to come anytime between 7 and 9 p.m.

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Flying community mourns loss of West Van pilot MONISHA MARTINS BLACK PRESS

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he tightly-knit community of pilots at Pitt Meadows airport is mourning the loss of a respected peer who was killed along with his future in-laws Sunday when his float plane crashed near Peachland.

Colin Moyes’ single-engine de Havilland Beaver went down in a wooded embankment off Highway 91, near Peachland and burst into flames around 6:45 p.m.

Witnesses to the crash said it appeared as though the pilot was trying to land on the highway, but came just short of that goal.

“The distance from the road was 500 to 750 feet,” said Troy Russell, a West Kelowna fire captain who co-ordinated the fire response on Sunday.

“You could see the direction of flight – and as

bystanders have said – it looked like they made an attempt to do a landing on the highway, but efforts were hindered by the topography.”

Moyes, a West Vancouver resident, and two passengers, who are believed to be his in-laws, were confirmed dead at the scene.

According to the Canadian West Vancouver pilot Civil Aircraft Register, Moyes Facebook picture purchased the 1966 Beaver last June.

He stored it, along with another amphibious plane in hangars at the Pitt Meadows Airpark.

Friends of the pilot said Moyes leaves behind an 11-year-old son. The 52-year-old lost his wife a few

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Chris Georgas, who owns Pacific Rim Aviation at Pitt Meadows airport, was a close friend of Moyes.

“Mere words cannot express the incredible sense of loss that the aviation community here at Pitt Meadows and across the nation is feeling at this very moment,” he wrote in a stateColin Moyes. ment.

“The tragic loss of a loved one and those closest to him came in the spiritual form of a great man, father, partner, husband, relative, colleague and a gift to the world. All of us have been affected and are truly devastated.”

The Transportation Safety Board dispatched two investigators to the site to assess the wreckage and ascertain the cause of the crash.

The Beaver was involved in two accidents several years before Moyes purchased it, but Transportation Safety Board spokesperson Bill Yearwood said the previous accidents have no bearing on the crash.

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EAT STREET - Justin Kyllo’s Smoke & Bones barbecue catering business is fired up for BBQ season. Rob Newell

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This year, he vows not to touch his mouth-watering brisket. “It’s won a lot of first place awards and a lot of money.� “It’s a tough cut and you can turn it into shoe leather really easy... you have to cook it a long time on a low temperature.�

In some instances, that means 18 hours in the pit. “This process allows the infusion of smoke, spices and bastes to create very tender and flavorful meat,� he explains on his website, smokeandn the pro barbecue circuit, there’s a saybones.ca. ing about beef brisket: it separates the boys About six years ago Kyllo got serious about “real from the men.

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There’s no question which camp Justin Kyllo “Low and slow over coals and wood — no gas,� belongs in when it comes to barbecuing this notori- he says, explaining the virtues of real BBQ. ously tough cut of meat.

With the popularity of Food Network shows like His brisket has won tons of awards in BBQ com- Road Grill, Licence to Grill and Backyard BBQ, petitions in Canada the weekend grillers are now U.S., including the presupping their slow-cooking editor@northshoreoutlook.com tigious $50,000 Alabama twitter.com/justinbeddall IQ, he figures.

BBQ Championship in “Up until then it was Talladega. essentially grilling,â€? he Now, he’s just got to says. “Real BBQ involves JUSTIN BEDDALL Âť EDITOR resist the temptation of smokers.â€? messing with his trophyKyllo got started with a winning recipe. $300 smoker. His first pulled pork was admittedly Kyllo began firing it up at barbecuing competiterrible. tions in 2007 — from B.C. to Washington State and “It was a little too much smoke — we didn’t all the way down to the southern states, the cradle know what we were doing. The vent settings were of slow cooking — and admits he likes tinkering all wrong,â€? he recalls, grinning. “You can ruin a with his sauces, rubs and marinades. good piece of meat pretty easily if you don’t know “It’s probably my worst habit.â€? what your doing.â€? “It’s not going to win first place all the time,â€? he But he didn’t quit smoking. keeps telling himself.

In fact, he decided to turn it up a notch.

But if his chicken, ribs, brisket or pulled pork don’t pull in top spot, he’s got a tendency to recontinued, PAGE 21 calibrate his recipes.

Inspired by the Food Network, Justin Kyllo discovers the real meaning of barbecue, launches a successful catering business and becomes a BBQ champ

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— LET TER OF T HE W EEK— HandyDART’s high costs not a surprise Re: HandyDart not keeping pace with demand (northshoreoutlook.com) Editor, I have been driving HandyDart-style wheelchair buses since 1975 when the service was provided by charities like the Easter Seal adult transportation department.

I have three comments. First, the local HandyDart providers were mostly nonprofit organizations. The costs soared when a for-profit contractor was brought in. What did TransLink expect?

Second, HandyDart users would switch to regular transit in large numbers if it was truly accessible.

Things like narrow doors prevent entry to large wheelchairs and overly sensitive brakes make the ride dangerous to walkers.

Recently a driver on one of the Vancouver runs apologized for the

abrupt braking.

It was not a skill issue. All of the new buses brake that way. I advise HandyDart passengers thinking about SkyTrain or regular transit to take a strong assistant with them.

They’ll need it.

Third, the taxi drivers might be trained to work with those with disabilities, but they prefer quick trips that are easy to load.

It is in the nature of their business that they have to hustle to make a living.

Delivering a couple of bottles, or doing a couple of short trips is much more lucrative than a wheelchair trip.

Does TransLink want to subsidize the entire taxi industry?

Unlike a taxi driver, I do only one thing. I provide transit with assistance to those who need it.

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But when the burden of providing tax relief is placed on the city’s plate, council hasn’t responded warmly. Last month, for instance, a report from community planner Cheryl Kathler and finance director Isabel Gordon outlined a potential rental housing pilot project between the city and BC Housing.

The project, intended to support “the development and retention of market rental housing,” came from discussions between city staff and representatives from the Ministry of Housing at last year’s Union of B.C. Muncipalities meetings.

City staff, according to a CNV report, suggested a change be made to the Community Charter to give more power to municipalities to support rental construction. Such a change, however, would apply to all cities in the province, require more support and likely take “some time to ***** implement.”

The City of North Vancouver fares considerSo, a pilot project for the city alone was proably better rental-wise with posed by the province. Included just 23 per cent of its pre-1980 in it was a handful of methods, stock at risk of redevelopment. some of which the city curBut because of the city’s comrently employs such as reduced parably higher density, that development cost charges. But seemingly low percentage repit also proposed the city explore resents 1,553 units in danger “taxation relief for a specified of being lost — a sizable chunk period” for rental developof all the available apartments ments. on the North Shore.

That provision proved a dealWith about 45 per cent of breaker. its population renting their “There is a lack of market homes, the City of North rental housing. But this says the Vancouver maintains the most city has to fill that gap,” says robust rental market of all the Coun. Guy Heywood.

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“The city’s financial ability Yet the pressure to create comes from property tax, which more rental stock remains is property owners. This is takconstant for both council and ing money from one group, the staff. The city has a number taxpayer, to subsidize potential of tools to make the constructaxpayers.” tion of rentals more appealing, The city, Heywood adds, namely reducing development can’t be singled out from the cost charges — fees for essenWest Van renter Brian rest of the region, as the probtial services such as water Merth. Rob Newell photo lem is one found throughout and sewage or, in the case of Metro Vancouver. the city, parkland acquisition In an interview with The and highway infrastructure — or negotiating with Outlook, Coun. Craig Keating echoes Heywood’s developers for the inclusion of rental suites in sentiments. Rental housing is disappearing, he new condo projects. says, because there is no incentive to invest in it.

And earlier this year, council endorsed the But that does not mean a municipality can willCanadian Rental Housing Coalition Charter, a fully give up its right to collect much-needed tax national initiative that includes members from revenue. the Metro Vancouver Housing Committee, the “People, just like you and me, are not going to Greater Vancouver Homebuilders’ Association be making the decision to build rental housing in and the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. the free market if it is not worth it for them to do Its goals are to lobby the federal government to so,” says Keating. reinstate tax incentives to developers interested “We’ve been asking our staff to show us ways in building rental housing and review provincial we can deal with this but this is all the province taxes to ensure they don’t impede rental conoffered. This is a pressing issue facing our socistruction. ety but rental is, in fact, a provincial and federal The charter received unanimous support at the responsibility.” time, although many on council stressed the fact that the city already strives to do what it can in ***** this area. What made the charter worth endorsThe result of the rental crunch has not only ing were the provisions that put responsibility affected seniors but has also contributed the in the hands of senior levels of government, the disappearance of what many refer to as the tiers best suited to create policy — restoring the continued, PAGE 12 aforementioned tax breaks — to stimulate rental

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Since the 1990s, after the bulk of rental construction in West Van had long since stopped, the district has imposed a non-conversion law that prohibits turning rental apartments into strata units or condos. That law, however, does not necessarily prevent a building from running into disrepair and eventually being replaced by nonrental housing.

The district is, however, in the process of putting together a rental housing strategy with secondary suites and laneway housing at the forefront of its plan for the near-term.

“It is a form of rental housing and certainly in the Lower Mainland every municipality has been dealing with them,” says Boyle. “It’s not the same as having an apartment building where you can say this is permanent rental housing, but it is a big component of the rental housing stock.”

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PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING A development is being proposed at 280 Lloyd Avenue, North Vancouver, BC, currently the Grant Connell Tennis Centre. You are invited to a meeting to discuss the project.

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Grant Connell Tennis Centre 280 Lloyd Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3H3

Because there was so much talk about rental housing leading up to the 2008 municipal election, City of North Vancouver resident John Jensen thought he’d develop a rental tracker that records the listings for every one, two, three and four bedroom rental in North Vancouver city and district every 30 minutes.

Existing Tennis Centre

Here’s some of the data Jensen’s tracker found as of May 7, 2012.

Proposed Tennis Centre Expansion

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Information packages are being distributed to residents, business owners and property owners in the neighbourhood of the proposed development in accordance with the District of North Vancouver Public Notification Policy. If you would like to recieve a copy or if you would like more information, contact Steven Petersson of the District of North Vancouver at 604-990-2378 or Nick Sully of SHAPE Architecture Inc. at 604-687-4457 or bring your questions and comments to the meeting.

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“missing generation” of twentyand thirty-somethings on the North Shore.

“We’re hearing really strongly from the community that in many cases their adult children cannot afford to live here and they want to live on the North Shore and raise their families here,” says DNV development manager Susan Haid.

“We have a real need there.”

And it’s not just the would-be renters themselves that North

Shore governments are hearing from, but also major employers and educators like Seaspan and Capilano University who have both expressed an urgent need for affordable rentals for their employees and students.

“We’ve heard from many bigger and smaller industries that their employees cannot afford to live here and they’re commuting and that they need worker housing as they’re losing employees to other municipalities,” Haid says. “There’s nowhere for them to live.”

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were this price or less - $1,250 50% of 1 bedrooms in previous 30 days were this price or less - $1,425 75% of 1 bedrooms in previous 30 days were this price or less - $1,975 Lowest price in previous 30 days - $700 Max price in previous 30 days - $5,500 Three bedrooms # of ads on May 7 - 70 Mean price for past 30 days - $2,414 (rounded to the nearest dollar) 25% of 1 bedrooms in previous 30 days were this price or less - $1,800 50% of 1 bedrooms in previous 30 days were this price or less - $2,300 75% of 1 bedrooms in previous 30 days were this price or less - $2,900 Lowest price in previous 30 days $1,000 Max price in previous 30 days - $4,500 Four bedrooms # of ads on May 7 - 30 Mean price for past 30 days - $3,451 (rounded to the nearest dollar) 25% of 1 bedrooms in previous 30 days were this price or less - $3,025 50% of 1 bedrooms in previous 30 days were this price or less - $3,650 75% of 1 bedrooms in previous 30 days were this price or less - $3,750 Lowest price in previous 30 days - $1,042 Max price in previous 30 days - $5,495

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All three North Shore municipalities and fire departments, along with the YWCA mentorship program, have joined to sponsor the camp which is designed to give young girls a fun, empowering and educational experience.

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The camp is run entirely by female firefighters.

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“For a lot of parents circus camp is a great way to go because it gets their kids active, its artistic, its creative, but yet physically challenging at the same time. In the summer camps people don’t need to know anything about circus; you can come in having never touched a circus apparatus in your life.”

Instructor Meregon Kiddo added that circus school offers a chance “for kids to do something really unique, extremely athletic, and extremely athletic.”

Kiddo’s favourite part of the summer camp is the show at the end.

“It’s not exactly a walk in the park, it’s hard work. The kids are working really hard, learning things they’ve never done before, learning to work as a team. A lot of kids that are shy it’s a bit of a battle for them, but they work hard and they love the process. I think when it comes to actual show time and they perform, they love it more than they ever thought they would, and that’s easily the best part.”

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The proposed Low Level Road Project will enhance rail and port operations and significantly improve safety and efficiency for vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians.

Low Level Road Project update Based on community input from the March 2012 consultation program, Port Metro Vancouver has been working with the City of North Vancouver to develop a preferred design for the proposed Low Level Road Project. All community input from the consultation has now been summarized into a Consultation Summary Report, which is available at PortTalk.ca.

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ICBC’s new rate reform push won’t touch speeders Auto insurer tries again to shift costs to high-risk drivers JEFF NAGEL BLACK PRESS

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CBC is taking another run at reforming its premium system to punish high-risk drivers and reward safer ones, but this time it won’t take aim at speeders.

The move comes one year after Justice Minister Shirley Bond shot down a first attempt as ill-considered, particularly a proposal that one speeding ticket trigger higher auto insurance premiums for three years.

“We heard loud and clear last year that people were uncomfortable with some of the proposals being put forward,” said Steve Crombie, ICBC vice-president of corporate communications. “The single speeding ticket option is off the table.”

This time the public auto insurer isn’t spelling out any preferred scenario, but will sample public opinion on a series of options at province-wide open houses and online consultations.

The main goal remains the same: adjust basic insurance premiums based on the driver’s history of at-fault crashes rather than just the claims against the vehicle.

The result would be a revenue-neutral shift of insurance costs onto anyone who repeatedly crashes.

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It suggests typical low- to medium-risk drivers who are either crash-free or perhaps have just one crash over the past decade might see their basic insurance rates drop from $825 to $675, while a high-risk driver who enjoys a hefty discount despite multiple crashes may see their cost rise from $875 to $1,250.

“This is a redistribution of existing premiums,” Crombie said. “We’re hoping people look at this and agree it’s a common sense approach.”

The exact impact on drivers will depend on what ICBC proposes after collecting public feedback.

Key questions to be decided include how far back ICBC should go in counting past crashes against a driver (five, 10 or 15 years); whether more recent crashes should get more weight than older ones; and whether there should be one free crash earned (or else an added discount in lieu) after 10 years safe driving.

ICBC also wants to know whether the public supports using drivers’ crash history before the anticipated 2014 implementation of the new system – resulting in a sudden shift in premiums then – or if there should be a phase in.

It’s also asking if convictions for impaired driving, street racing convictions or excessive speeding should also be factored in to the higher premiums based on risk.

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A driver with a long-claims free history now can get into three crashes without losing their maximum 43 per cent premium discount.

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Choice of BBQ fuel is key. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wood makes a big flavour. We like alder and applewood,â&#x20AC;? he says.

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INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . . . . . . 1-8 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . 9-57 TRAVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61-76 CHILDREN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-98 EMPLOYMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . 203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK . . . . . . . . . . . 453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE . . . . . . 503-587 REAL ESTATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 603-696 RENTALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703-757 AUTOMOTIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-862 MARINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 903-920

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES HOME BASED BUSINESS We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

114

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

DRIVER. Class 1 Drivers wanted.

Offering top pay. Close to home.

Home most weekends. Family comes first! 1 year flat deck exp. & border crossing a must. Fax resume & driver abstract to 604-853-4179.

Exp’d TRUCK DRIVER wanted for BC runs. Exc wages, benefits & equipment + weekends home. Fax or email resume & drivers abstract 604-513-8004 or tridem@telus.net

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FOSTER/SOCIAL CARE

is looking for individuals with proven experience in businessto-business sales to secure new locations throughout the lower mainland to host its donation bins.

We pay $350 per suitable placement plus a bonus plan.

You generate your own leads; establish your own targets; set your own schedule.

• Ability to commute to various locations throughout the lower mainland • Proven ability to generate sales, build up new client base while maintaining and growing an existing client base • Excellent presentation skills written & verbal.

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GET IN THE GAME! Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work?

PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite.

Training, support and remuneration are provided.

Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.

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HELP WANTED

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Help wanted! Make money mailing brochures from home! Free supplies! Helping home workers since 2001! Genuine opportunity! No experience required. Start immediately! www.theworkinghub.com

33 YEARS established Ford dealer on beautiful Sunshine Coast, looking for an experienced Automotive Salesperson with proven track record. Please send resume to scford@eastlink.ca 1-800-5384504.

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

An Earthmoving Company in Alberta is looking for a 3rd year or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic.

You will be part of a team maintaining and servicing our fleet of Cat dozers, graders and rock trucks plus Deere/Hitachi excavators. You will work at our Modern Shop at Edson, Alberta with some associated field work. Call Contour Construction at (780)723-5051

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WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com 109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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HELP WANTED

PROFESSIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITIES. Troyer Ventures Ltd. is a privately owned, fluid transport company servicing Northern BC and Alberta. We are an equal opportunity employer now accepting applications at various branches for: Mechanics (Commercial Transport or equivalent). Wage Rage: $25. - $40./hour. Minimum experience requires: second year apprenticeship or equivalent. Professional Drivers (Class 1, 3). Wage Range: $25. - $35./hour. Minimum experience required: six months professional driving. Field Supervisors.

Annual Salary Range: $90 110,000. (based on qualifications).

Minimum experience required: previous supervisory experience. Successful candidates will be self-motivated and eager to learn.

Experience is preferred, but training is available. Valid safety tickets, clean drug test, and drivers abstract are required. We encourage candidates of aboriginal ancestry, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities to apply.

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Summer Camp Positions Royal Soccer Club FT Position BC. jobs@royalsoccer.com www.royalsoccer.com UNIQUELY Northwest Canada Destination Management Inc., seeks a SPECIAL EVENTS PLANNER, to plan the Vancouver Christmas Market. $35/hr. Must speak English and German. Ideal Candidate with a college/university diploma in cultural or business studies and 4-5 years experience in special event planning. Duties include budgeting, media communication, management of 100,000 ticket sales/visitors, site planning. Pls. email vancouverchristmasmarket@gmail.com. www.vancouverchristmasmarket.com. www.uniquelynorthwest.com WELDERS and FITTERS required for busy Edmonton FCAW structural steel shop. $27-33/hour base plus benefits, OT, indoor heated work, paid flight. Fax: 780-9392181,Email: careers@garweld.com

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

HELP WANTED

WANT TO SEE Scenic BC! Needed Immediately . Experienced Feller Buncher Operator with Chipper Head/Mower to work around Hydro Transmission Lines. Must be willing to travel throughout BC (based out of Vanderhoof). $28-$34 per hour + Benefits. For more info. e-mail: sbcjobs@hotmail.ca. Send Resume to: SBCJOBS Box 1136 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 or Fax: (250) 567-2550

134

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

BUTCHER

Retail or wholesale (NOC: 6251) required for Donald’s Fine Foods.

Immediate openings at our Richmond locations for 15 qualified / exp. Meat Cutters. Duties; Cut, trim and prepare cuts of meat, supervise other workers and provide training. Must speak English.

Permanent / Full-time – 40 hours per week. Full Benefits after completion of probation.

Wages: $16.04 per/hour E-mail: careers@ donaldsfinefoods.com or fax: 604.875.6031

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 151

DIRECTOR SALES/MARKETING The DSM is a senior level position responsible for leading marketing campaigns that drive real estate sales and educate clients about land development offerings. This position is also responsible for real estate showings and contract negotiations. The DSM will plan, develop and execute marketing campaigns such as direct mailings, social media campaigns, and client seminars The DSM will also develop marketing materials and an overall marketing strategy. Attendance at industry trade shows will be required. Reporting to the Managing Partner the DSM will implement and monitor an approved budget. The successful candidate will be highly organized, have highly developed communication skills, and be able to work in a fast paced environment without the need of constant direct supervision.

A sound working knowledge of social media and their applicability to real estate marketing and sales is required. A strong background in marketing and business is essential. A background in the real estate industry is preferred but is not essential. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience.

Osoyoos Mountain Estates Inc. is a privately held real estate development company developing +/- 3,300 acres near Osoyoos, BC into single family lots. This is a long term development. Interested applicants should forward a current resume and cover letter to the attention of the Managing Partner: Osoyoos Mountain Estates Inc., Box 327 Osoyoos, BC, V0H 1V0. No telephone enquiries please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

160 Hiring for all FULL & PART TIME Shifts for 1034 Marine Drive, North Van location.

Ability to work till late or work early (6am start) a great asset.

Benefits available, and competitive wage Email resume and hours available to: Subway_careers@shaw.ca

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT

TRADES, TECHNICAL

APPRENTICE OR LICENSED MECHANIC needed for busy automotive shop in Boston Bar. We are a Kal Tire Associate Store and have been in business for over 23 years.

Great place to raise a family; affordable housing and opportunity for Business Partnership or ownership. Experienced Tire Tech would be considered with Mechanical ability. Contact Cathy at 604-8691618

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Multi-media journalist

Advertising Sales Representative The award-winning Outlook newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time sales person.

The Outlook is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest independent print media company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers across Canada and the United States.

The successful candidate must have the ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service. The winning candidate will be a team player and will be called upon to grow an existing account list with an aggressive cold calling mandate. The ability to work in an extremely fastpaced environment with a positive attitude is a must.

The candidate will have two years of sales experience, preferably in the advertising industry. The position offers a great work environment with a competitive salary, commission plan and strong benefits package.

Please submit your resume with cover letter by Friday, June 18, 2012.

To: Publisher, The Outlook publisher@northshoreoutlook.com fax: 604 903-1001 #104 – 980 West 1st Street North Vancouver, BC V7P 3N4 Only selected applications will be contacted.

The North Shore Outlook, a weekly publication serving more than 56,350 homes in North and West Vancouver, has an opening for a full-time, multi-media journalist.

The successful candidate will have diverse writing capabilities, including a flair for narrative. Advanced photography and video skills will be key attributes, as well as excellent time management. An ideal applicant will have a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), a passion for online journalism, and an understanding of how to tailor content accordingly.

We are looking for someone who will be a key contributor to the core print product, while bringing creativity and innovation to our web-based branding. Knowledge of basic Photoshop, iMovie and InDesign is a must. Candidates should have a diploma/degree in journalism, or a related field. The successful candidate will show keen attention to detail, work well under deadline pressures, and be willing to learn in a fastpaced environment, as well as have the ability to teach others as new strategies and techniques are incorporated into our media package.

The Outlook is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with more than 150 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.

Those interested should submit a resume, writing samples and a cover letter by June 29, 2012.

Contact: editor@northshoreoutlook.com fax: 604 903-1001 #104 – 980 West 1st Street, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3N4 Only selected applications will be contacted.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

PERSONAL SERVICES 180

EDUCATION/TUTORING

IMBREX Project Management Inc. www.imbrex.ca, seeks to hire an Ornamental Plasterer, familiar with Ecorson, Vero & Rialto plasters. $23/hr. Full-time. Ideal Candidate with secondary school completion or equivalent and 3-4 years exp. with the above plasters. Pls. email Jiri at imbrexinc@gmail.com

APPLY NOW: Pennywise Scholarship For Women to attend Journalism certificate course at Langara College in Vancouver. Deadline May 30, 2012. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com

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A CVIP certificate and welding skills an asset. Full time position. Group benefit plan available. Competitive wages. Fax or email resumes to: 250-265-3853 or whrepair@telus.net WEST Star Restoration & Contracting Services Ltd. Located 7705 Thornhill Drive, Vancouver, BC is looking to hire a Drywall installer and finisher (NOC.7284), Permanent, Full Time, $23.50 per hour, 40 hours per week, Medical benefits, ASAP, Experiences 1 year, Speak English, Setting Experiences: Commercial, Residential, Area of Drywall and Lath Installation Specialization: Suspended ceiling and floors, metal lath ceilings, Access flooring system, Metal door frame installation, exterior pre-fabricated wall panels. Please send your resume to info_weststar@shaw.ca

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VOLUNTEERS

182

AT THE SCOTIABANK CANADIAN OPEN FASTPITCH!

Be part of our exciting, worldclass softball tournament, which takes place from June 30 - July 9 in Surrey, BC. We are looking for volunteers in areas such as: scorekeeping, security & parking, tickets & gates, announcers, transportation, batgirls and more!

We ask that each volunteer work a minimum of 20 hours.

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PERSONAL SERVICES 171

287

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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ELECTRICAL

CERTIFIED, BONDED AND INSURED ELECTRICIAN FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS. CALL 604-315-1012 SUNNINIGDALE ELECTRIC YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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GARDENING

356

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

RUBBISH REMOVAL

300

LANDSCAPING

Shaw Landscaping Ltd We do Complete Landscaping

* Gardening work * Lawn cutting * Trees, shrubs. * Property Maint., Fencing * Hedging & pruning * New Turf or lawn * Spring Clean-up

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Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

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SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10.

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REAL ESTATE 625

All Makes, All Models.

New & Used Inventory.

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WHITE ROCK, ocean view lot, with cottage, 1/2 block from beach. $799,000. Call 778-229-9322.

SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials.

Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

627

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526

HOMES WANTED

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TREE SERVICES

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RENTALS PETS 706 477

APARTMENT/CONDO

PETS NORTH VANCOUVER

BORDER COLLIE X, 8 wks, vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed, black, tan & white, $350. Call 604463-3245 or 604-725-3007 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

CHERYL MANOR 210 East 2nd Street North Vancouver 1 bdrmHeat/hot water incl.

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LAB PUPS, Chocolate, $700. vet ch, dew-claws rem. 1st shots, dewormed. qual. lines (604)702-0217 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com ROTTWEILER puppies, $700. Call Stan (604)860-4303

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233K. No aircare. $950. 604-9968734

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

TRUCKS & VANS

AVORADO RESORT. Beautiful waterfront RV Resort. New Sites For Sale ($63,900). All season, full amenities, clubhouse & beach access. Co-op Resort w/Lifetime Ownership! www.avorado.com Call 250-228-3586.

“ ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $180 or Well Rotted 10 yds - $200. 604-856-8877

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $6000 firm.

Call 604-538-4883 2007 MAZDA CX7 - AWD Leather interior. Fully equipped with Navigation, heated seats & more.

41,000 miles. $19,000 firm.

Call 604-541-0739.

2007 NISSAN ARMADA SE silver 44,000 miles, 4x4, Excellent Cond! $23,400/obo. 604-309-7956 (Abby)

1995 SAFARI 7 pass van, all whl drive, 199K, AirCared, 2nd owner, good cond, $3200. (604)430-3556

RV SITES

Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.245.9069

Moon Construction Building Services. Your Specialists in; • Concrete Forming • Framing • Siding 604.218.3064

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

SUNDECKS

604-537-4140

John 778-881-6737

WAIST AWAY the summer days in a new bathing suit. Get your 1st 9 weeks for $99 - Proven Results!

Call Herbal Magic right NOW 1800-854-5176.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL 2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly

~ Crown Molding Installation ~ Staining & Custom Painting Laminate flrs ~ H/W Refinishing Mention this ad for $200. off on minimum $1000 job.

ARE you a BC investor with high tax obligations? Then it’s a must, you book a place at one of our weekly Tax Reduction Seminars.

Phone or text 778-389-5866 or email reywal@shaw.ca

845 TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

Interior / Exterior Small / Big Jobs Comm/Res. Fully Insured.

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RECYCLE-IT!

BESTWAY PAINTING & DECORATING

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2011 WINDRIVER 230 RKS, loaded, total length 28’9”. Asking $26,000/obo. Will take small trade & cash. Don (778)344-8047.

BIG FOOT SIGHTINGS! New 2012 bigfoot Campers have arrived only at Mike Rosman RV! 1-800-6670024 www.rosmanrv.com

AUTO FINANCING

mainlandroofingltd@gmail.com

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

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

1965 CADILLAC convertible, coupe de ville, white, blue lthr. int. collector plates $12,500. (604)945-6860

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FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS VISION EXOTIK FLOORING INC.

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ST. Bernese pups, vet checked, shots, ready to go. 604-796-0116, or s.klass@telus.net. $1000

TRANSPORTATION

25 yrs in roofing industry

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. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

LEGAL SERVICES

SPRING TIME - Springer cross pups, 6 mos, 1st shots, $450. 604823-6739, afternoons/evenings.

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1931 FORD Model A Deluxe 2 door Sedan, excellent restoration to original, serious inquiries only, $12,000, call Ron anytime, 604703-5304, OR rond53@shaw.ca

Family owned & operated.

Fully insured. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warranty. 604-723-2626

DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500

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Mainland Roofing Ltd.

Licensed, Government Approved, BBB Accredited.

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused.

Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877776-1660.

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Qualify Now To Be Debt Free 1-877-220-3328

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.

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SPECIALIZING IN RE-ROOFING. WCB Insured., 3rd Party Liability, BBB member. Jas 604-726-6345

Helping CANADIANS repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest regardless of your credit!

CRIMINAL RECORD?

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2004 26’ SPRINGDALE TRAILER, slide out, a/c. Front bdrm., rear kit., exc. cond. $12,900. 604-541-5487 2007 TRAILITE Travel Trailer 27’ fully loaded with generator, slide & awning. $16,900. 604-556-3731.

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BOATS

2011 Custom weld Jetboat 20ft, c/w 9.9 Suzuki Kickin, depthe sounder, windless anchor system, Stainless steel BBQ, & much more. $49,900.

Contact Rich 778-998-9302 ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 604-319-5720

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A friendly builder. A world of difference.

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Welcome to Kanaka Creek. An idyllic Maple Ridge neighbourhood close to schools and parks.

3 & 4 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES from $299,900

MOVE IN NOW Sales Centre open 12 - 5pm daily 11176 Gilker Hill Rd. 604 - 476 -1188

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