Outlook North Vancouver, December 05, 2013

DECEMBER 5 - DECEMBER 11, 2013

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City reverses SeaBus terminal roundabout ticketing policy Some drivers dropping off and picking up passengers near the SeaBus terminal last week were slapped with parking tickets after a miscommunication between the city and the North Van RCMP MARIA SPITALE-LEISK S tA f f R e p o Rt e R

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arry on as usual is the message from North Vancouver city after a “misunderstanding” led to drivers being ticketed in the roundabout near the SeaBus terminal at Lonsdale Quay last week.

Historically, drivers have dropped off and picked up passengers in this area, which is closest in proximity to the SeaBus. However, in recent years, residents of Chadwick Court have complained to the city about taxi drivers loitering in the roundabout.

Since, technically, the signage prior to Monday (Dec. 2) stated there was no stopping in the area, city bylaw staff had starting issuing tickets to taxi drivers.

Then last week came some miscommunication between the city and the North Van RCMP, whose members mistakenly began ticketing other drivers.

“As much of the taxi activity had been occurring after bylaws staff were off duty, the City Bylaws manager asked the RCMP to enforce in the evenings to address the issue with taxis — however, the enforcement was then applied to all vehicles rather than just taxis, and some members of the public received tickets,” explained city spokesperson Connie Rabold in an email to The Outlook.

“Unfortunately, this ticketing was a mis-

understanding and has ceased.”

Rabold confirmed there is no change to parking and drop-off/pick-up rules in the Chadwick Court roundabout at the foot of Chesterfield Avenue. New signs installed on Monday clearly identify that stopping in the area is for pick-up and drop-off only.

The city has cancelled tickets that were handed out to drivers in the roundabout last week, and asked the RCMP to stop enhanced parking enforcement in the area.

Speaking with The Outlook on Monday, Mayor Darrell Mussatto was outraged by the gaffe. He said he marched right down to the bylaws department and directed staff to immediately stop issuing parking tickets at Chadwick Court.

“I found that was unacceptable,” said Mussatto, adding the city had received a number of complaints from residents last week over the perceived parking changes.

Mussatto said city staff will work with taxis companies directly to address parking issues near SeaBus terminal.

“It’s much more efficient and civil than simply issuing tickets,” said Mussatto.

And at Monday’s council meeting, Mussatto made a motion, which passed unanimously, to direct staff to work with TransLink and Coast Mountain Bus Company to create a shelter for waiting passengers at Chadwick Court.

TrAffIc coNfuSIoN - Congestion created by taxi drivers congregating in the roundabout near the SeaBus terminal has led to complaints from residents in the area.

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District Dialogue Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season from North Vancouver District Mayor, Council and staff

District News Drivers in the Seylynn area will experience delays as work continues on the upgrade to the area’s sewer system, which is under the roadway. Visit seylynnvillage.ca for details.

Connect with your local community association. Visit dnv.org and find links to the community association for your neighbourhood.

Know someone who recently restored a heritage building or a heritage advocate who deserves recognition? We’re looking for nominations for our 2013 Heritage Awards and we need your help!

Visit dnv.org for details.

Nominations must be submitted by January 15, 2014.

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William Griffin Closure Dates The William Griffin Community Recreation Centre is closing this month as we prepare for the construction of a new facility. If you’re a William Griffin user you’ll want to mark these dates on your calendar:

• December 6 & 7 – registered fitness classes end • December 15 – weight room closes • December 20 – fitness membership classes end • December 31 – pool closes • January 2 – weight room re-opens at Delbrook • January – fitness classes relocate to Delbrook

You can find more facility closure and program relocation info at northvanrec.com. To learn more about construction of the New William Griffin Community Recreation Centre, visit dnv.org/newwgcrc.

District Hall Holiday Hours • District Hall will close at noon on December 24 and remain closed through January 1 • Our customer service centre will be open 8am to 4:30pm December 30 & 31 to provide limited services, including: answering general enquiries (walk-ins, telephone and email), providing service and program information, taking service requests for January, accepting non-cash payments (for processing in January) and contacting key staff in the event of an emergency • All other departments, including the Engineering, Planning, Building and Finance service counters will be closed between noon on December 24 and January 1, inclusive • Regular hours resume on January 2 To contact us during the holidays: • Contact our customer service centre at 604-990-2311 or enquiries@dnv.org (please note hours above) • Call 604-990-3666 to report an after-hours public works emergency To contact us about snow and to report a snow-related problem: • Call 604-990-2311 • Email snow@dnv.org

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Join us for upcoming public conversations about Coach Houses in the District. Visit identity.dnv.org and read the Discussion Paper, then check back in January for details on how to take part.

Edgemont Village ‘Refresh’ Phase 4 community consultation is coming up in the new year. Check identity.dnv.org for details.

Following is a list of Council meetings planned for this month.

Council Meeting: Monday, December 9, 7pm Committee of the Whole: Tuesday, December 10, 7pm For more information:

• visit dnv.org for agendas, minutes and schedules

• call 604-990-2315 for an audio list of upcoming agenda items

• visit dnv.org/agendanotice to get agendas by email

• visit any District Library to view a copy of the agenda which is available the Friday before the regular Council Meeting All regular Council Meetings are open to the public and held in Council Chambers at District Hall, 355 West Queens Rd. These dates are subject to change and new agenda items/meetings may be added or revised during the month.

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Lower Lonsdale BIA bid moves ahead MARIA SPITALE-LEISK S tA f f R e p o Rt e R

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he City of North Van is preparing to undertake a “negative petition” process in which Lower Lonsdale business owners will have a month to have their say on the creation of a Business Improvement Area (BIA).

In January, city staff will create a BIA bylaw and send a notice to all commercial property owners in a specific geographical boundary, asking them to return the petition only if they are against the BIA proposal. It would take opposition from 51 per cent of the property owners to terminate the creation of a BIA for Lower Lonsdale.

While there are no BIAs currently on the North Shore, there are approximately 70 in communities throughout B.C. — including 22 in Vancouver.

These nonprofits are run by an elected mix of business people in the designated area who advocate on behalf of the entire BIA member base for area improvements ranging from beautification projects to bylaw changes. Annual BIA budgets are funded through a special levy paid by the property owners.

The Lower Lonsdale Business Association, which is spearheading the BIA bid, is proposing a $385,000 budget raised through a commercial property levy of 89 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value.

LLBA director Doug Ausman, speaking at a city council meeting on Monday night, gave an example of what an annual levy might look like for a mom-and-pop shop owner with 1,000 square feet: somewhere in the range of $400 to $600.

Coun. Pam Bookham asked Ausman if the LLBA, a volunteer-run organization, can say they have spoken with every business owner in the proposed BIA boundary.

“No we can’t,” said Ausman, clarifying that there are 660 businesses operating in the area. “So it’s just physically impossible to talk to all of them.”

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West Vancouver Mayor Michael Smith stands at the 1300-block of Marine Drive, an area he has been determined to change since elected mayor in 2011. He previously referred to the block’s aging buildings as a “shantytown” and says the development will help revitalize the area.

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Big changes for Ambleside After a year of intense debate, on Monday evening council narrowly approved Grosvenor’s development for the 1300-block of Marine Drive

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Two new buildings — one six storeys and the other seven — will be built on the Ambleside-area block, which currently houses the West Vancouver police department, an empty lot and a handful of small stores and restaurants.

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Some residents opposing the development wore “No More Than 4” badges to indicate they didn’t want any buildings over four storeys high. Organizers told The Outlook that they aren’t opposed to development, just its size.

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Mayor Michael Smith “The building is not out of context with the surrounding area. If we didn’t have the apartment zone then I think we would be having a different conversation.”

An artist rendering by Grosvenor of the view from 14th Street and Marine Drive. The development is designed by architect James Cheng, whose credits include Living Shangri-La (Vancouver’s tallest building) and the Chinese Cultural Centre.

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Coun. Michael Lewis “This has been a lengthy process, it’s been exhaustive.

And I think at times it’s been exhausting… The 1300-block is sorely in need of change…”

Coun. Trish Panz “This is the most significant decision for this council… We’ve been talking about this for decades with dozens of thoughtful citizen-led reports...”

Coun. Bill Soprovich “We will look back on this building... and say that was the right thing to do.”

Coun. Craig Cameron “I don’t think this is the right project and I think we can do better… As designed, the project isn’t consistent with the district’s Ambleside Town Centre Strategy.”

Coun. Nora Gambioli “It is too high for the site.

It is too urban, it is too modern for Ambleside Village.

Ambleside is more natural, more subtle, more quaint, more seaside-village...”

(Coun. Mary-Ann Booth recused herself from the vote)

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Grant Lawrence’s life at the Other End of the Rink

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West Van CBC host’s conflicted history with the game of hockey is resolved in his new book, The Lonely End of the Rink: Confessions of a Reluctant Goalie GEN HANDLEY

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oing to school in West Vancouver, writer Grant Lawrence was picked on regularly.

“I was the smallest kid, wore the biggest glasses, wore squeaky knee braces — I was the target,” he says. “I kind of get it now, because I’ve analyzed it, but it’s like the survival of the fittest: the prey with the least resistance were picked off first and that was always me. And the guys picking me off were always, without exception, wearing hockey jackets — they’d just pick on me.”

He pauses to think about how this all affected him.

“So at a very early age, I began to associate violence and intimidation and fear with hockey, even though, like a lot of Canadian kids, I wanted to play it and I wanted to be a part of it and I wanted to love the Vancouver Canucks,” he continues. “But I didn’t feel like I could because I felt like only [expletive] were involved in the game.”

So it was a surprise, years later, after starting a beer league hockey team with other local writers and musicians, that he found himself back on the rink and inspired to write his latest book The Lonely End of the Rink: Confessions of a Reluctant Goalie.

“There was one day I was standing in my goal crease and the play was down at the other end of the ice and I thought, ‘I cannot believe this. How the hell am I playing hockey?’” he recalls. “This is so foreign and bizarre but also fun.

How did I get to this place?’

And that was the impetus of the book.”

Lawrence says the book is a story of “overcoming” and living life “on your own comfortable terms.” Despite the serious roots of the novel, the story is propelled by a lot of sharp, frank humour and anecdotes.

“I wanted to trace the story of how I got from the little nerd who wasn’t welcome at all to championshipwinning beer-league goalie,” the CBC Radio host says laughing.

Four months ago, Lawrence and his wife, singer-songwriter Jill Barber, had their first child. The proud father hopes his son doesn’t go through the intimation he endured over his

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“The biggest challenge with kids being bullied is that they often never tell their parents because there’s often shame or there’s embarrassment,” he says “When my parents read this book, they were kind of shocked and horrified that I’d gone through this stuff because I hadn’t shared a lot of it with them — I just suffered alone or with the few friends I had. I’m definitely going to pay attention so my son didn’t go through the [expletive] I went through.”

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Obsession: Bikes’ annual drive to collect and refurbish bikes for underprivileged kids needs your help

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t’s the most wonderful — and busiest, and most stressful — time of the year for bike shop owner James Wilson and his band of merry mechanics.

“More are coming in,” says Wilson, putting down the phone to count the number of donated kids’ bikes that have arrived at his Obsession: Bikes shop in Lower Lonsdale on this frigid Tuesday. “Maybe six or seven,” he guesses.

That’s encouraging, but he’s still 140 bikes short and it’s already the first week of December.

In 2005 Wilson started Bikes for editor@northshoreoutlook.com Tykes, a program that provides bikes for underprivileged North Shore kids.

Partnering with Family Services of the North Shore, Hollyburn Family Services and other organizations, they find tykes who need bikes for Christmas.

Since its inception, the program has, on average, given away about 100 bikes a year — but that number is steadily growing.

“The demand for the bikes is higher,” says the community-minded bike store owner.

Last year Bikes for Tykes was able to provide 150 kids with bikes for Christmas. This year, they’ve already got 220 names on their bike wish list and with only 80 collected so far, they’re desperately trying to get the word out that they need some help.

And they need them fast. That’s because once the bikes come into the shop Wilson’s crew then has to refurbish them which can range from a quick “dust up” — say 15 minutes — to an hour-and-a-half overhaul.

Then, they must get them to the kids, with many bikes getting piled into the back of Wilson’s pick-up truck for delivery.

It’s not just a commitment of time that Wilson, a 48-year-old father of two, puts into this project. Typically this isn’t a busy season at his shop but rather than reducing the hours of his mechanics he has them fixing up bikes for kids. That costs him more than $5,000 in donated labour.

Wilson doesn’t go out of his way to tell you that, you have to ask.

But he’s more than happy to tell you about others in the community who are equally generous. Last year, for instance, a group of local families dropped off $900 in cash to buy helmets to be distributed with the bikes and North Van company CCN Cycling Component Network donated bikes in bulk to the program.

For James, there’s nothing he’d rather be doing in December.

“If it changes one kid’s way to the positive, it’s 100 per cent worth it,” says Wilson. And he’s already witnessed lives changed.

“So we’re going to keep doing it.”

Bikes can be dropped off at: Obsession: Bikes, 94 Lonsdale Ave. You can also call 604-985-2213, email james@obsessionbikes.com or search Bikes for Tykes North Vancouver on Facebook

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Staub French are very pleased with the generous turnout for the big Christmas event. 5 BlueShore Financial president and CEO Chris Catliff and wife Kym are among the VIPs and supporters in attendance. 6 Cheers to Kim and Jeff McCord who are wellknown for their philanthropy and generosity to so many charities.

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orth Shore Family Services is known for its outreach and for the many programs it runs to help families all across our community. They also provide especially important services over the holidays, including the North Shore Christmas Bureau campaign which helps ensure that no child goes without during this special season. Last week, the Fuller family graciously donated use of the Beach House restaurant in West Vancouver to hold an important fundraising evening. Guests paid a suggested $500 donation to attend and all of the funds raised go to support the Christmas Bureau program. Big thanks to committee members Karen Bruk, Charlene Dalton, Marie Genest, Susan Green, Coryn Hemsley, Carlota Lee, Susan MacDonald, Janice O’Sullivan, Cindy Pasco, Monica Soprovich, Lisa Stout, Coleen Weir and Christy Young.

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HOliDaY SpaRklE - The Ribalkin family home at 4967 Chalet Place in North Van boasts 100,000-plus Christmas lights.

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Making Seasons BRIGHT Every December two North Shore dads brighten spirits with their dazzling Christmas light displays

BY MaRia SpiTalE-lEiSk

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n the 1980s, Ron Jamieson factored in Christmas on the blueprint for his custom-built Blueridge home.

He had outlets installed in the eaves of his roof that were wired to accommodate the energy of 2,000-plus Christmas lights. The electrician tried to talk him out of it, but Ron insisted. This light display was going to be his legacy.

Last Sunday afternoon, Ron emerged from his garage armed with bundles of light strands.

“This is a bonus,” he bellows, referring to blue skies overhead and mild temperature.

Almost every year, Ron, now entering his 37th season as the reigning king of Blueridge Christmas displays, dons a rain slicker and completes the selfless task in the throes of a torrential downpour in late November.

But today he’s sporting sweatpants and a sweatshirt from the University of Toronto, where his youngest daughter went to nursing school.

From the street, Ron stands back and surveys his two-storey canvas and sprawling property punctuated with barren cherry blossom trees. Eleven months out of the year, his house blends into the suburban landscape of this peaceful neighbourhood at the edge of the forest.

His next-door neighbour pokes her head around the corner and joyfully announces, “Christmas is unfolding as it should.” Seeing Ron set up his perennial Christmas masterpiece sends a gentle

nudging to his neighbours to get their act in gear.

One time he entered the entire neighbourhood in a Christmas lights contest hosted by Grouse Mountain. The plethora of lights created a Christmas beacon high on the hillside that could be seen from the Second Narrows Bridge as you entered North Van. That year the Jamieson family won the award for the best Christmas lights display, along with a free season’s pass to Grouse Mountain. **** According to Ron, there is no exact formula for putting together this grandiose exhibit of glistening lights.

“This isn’t rocket science,” he says.

Ron might look at a picture of the display from the previous year and say to himself: “OK, these lights fit here.”

However, there is one exception in his festive configuration: The strands of lights framing six bedroom windows on the top floor.

They have remained a permanent fixture throughout the year.

Using a sledgehammer, Ron secures a “Merry Christmas” sign between two wooden, red-nosed reindeer. One of his helpers, Danelle Wright, an employee of his highway line painting company, props up the sign.

The reindeer are among 27 life-size, colourful wooden Christmas decorations that adorn the face of the house and front yard.

www.northshoreoutlook.com www.northshoreoutlook.com Handcrafting each one himself, Ron drew his inspiration from holiday gift tags.

Sitting in his basement, using a grid system, he scaled the gift tags up to poster size, later hand-painting each one onto sheets of plywood.

The signs, most of them depicting scenes of animal characters frolicking in the snow, are now 37 years old and have held up well. Except there’s one missing — a penguin that was stolen by kids many Christmases ago.

Ron smiles, with a what-can-you-do shrug.

The subject of energy-efficient LEDs is broached. Ron is decidedly a Christmas lights traditionalist. There are no icicle lights or flashy decorations to be found in his display. Why? “I think it’s tacky,” says Ron matter-of-factly.

Even with 10,000 LED lights, the house wouldn’t be half as bright, he figures. Ron’s neighbour has even joked about it, telling him: “If you go to LED, I’m moving.”

Speaking of electricity bills, when asked how much it costs to put on this Christmas show, Ron’s humble nature shines through in his response.

“People come by and the lights make them feel good, so I don’t worry about the price. It’s really nothing,” he says.

There are purposely no white bulbs on any of the multi-colour strands of lights.

“If you see a clear bulb that means the socket doesn’t work. It’s a time saver,” explains Ron. He’ll probably replace 500 faded or burnt-out bulbs, this year alone.

Another one of Ron’s employees, Pat Keoush, who’s knee-deep in tangled light strands at the bottom of the driveway, has been lending a hand with this display for seven years.

“I don’t consider it hard work because I enjoy Christmas,” says Keoush. **** A few hours later, when the day fades to night, a steady stream of cars will slowly drive by the illuminated house — once on the way up the cul-de-sac, and then a second time on the way down.

The show starts at 5 p.m. when Ron physically flips on a series of light switches stationed throughout the house.

As there are no timers on this display, the Jamiesons enjoy a staycation every December. If it pours rain, Ron will instinctively look out the window no less than five times a night to make sure the show is still on and no parts of it have short-circuited.

Seeing families linger in front of the glowing display with their loved ones is Ron’s reward. For many of them, coming to this house is an annual Christmas tradition.

Even those who move away from North Van often come back to 2931 Marykirk Place during the holidays.

The show typically wraps up every night at 10:30. But there have been some exceptions. Ron shares a few special memories of how he made the season brighter for some folks.

One year, a grandmother, while making a special trip from Squamish to show her grandkids the Christmas lights in Blueridge, became sidelined by a flat tire. By the time she reached Ron’s doorstep, it was 3 o’clock in the morning.

After breathlessly explaining her predicament, Ron didn’t hesitate for a second to accommodate the grandmother’s request.

“And I looked at her and said, ‘Yes, not a problem,’” recalls Ron. On another occasion, a group of New Year’s Eve revelers clutching flasks had congregated at 2 a.m. on the street in front of his property.

Ron was most likely smiling as he flipped the switches, creating a spontaneous explosion of light on the darkened street. The revelers basked in the glow of the lights for half an hour, most likely continued, PAGE 33

pREp TiME - Blueridge’s Ron Jamieson sets up his renowned Christmas light display at 2931 Marykirk Place in North Van. Maria Spitale-Leisk photo

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‘NERDY YOUNG TEXAN’ - Tribute artist Zachary Stevenson plays rock-and-roll pioneer Buddy Holly. Submitted photo

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Tribute artists for icons Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis and Little Richard are performing A Rock ‘n ‘Roll Christmas on Dec. 15 at the Kay Meek Centre.

Brenda Lee and Fats Domino are also on the list, along with the Memphis Beats Rock ‘n’ Roll Band featuring “Mr Sax” Johnny Ferreira.

“It’s very believable. The artists represent the characters in such an accurate manner — visually and vocally,” said Les Vogt, producer of The Legends of Rock ‘n’ Roll, who developed the show for Expo 86 in Vancouver with Hall of Fame DJ Red Robinson.

Rock and roll pioneer Buddy Holly is played by Zachary Stevenson, the leading actor-musician in the musical Buddy that sold out for over two months at Vancouver’s Stanley Theatre last summer.

Expect the “nerdy young Texan” to perform his signature sweet ballads and on-the-edge rock-a-billy songs along with some yuletide cheer.

“I’ve played Buddy Holly’s songs live more than he ever played his songs, because his career was so short,” Stevenson tells The Outlook, referring to Holly’s death when his plane crashed en route to a show in Moorhead, Minnesota in 1959.

“Now it’s an extension of me, I’m very well practiced.”

Las Vegas tribute performer Lance Lipinsky plays rock and roll’s “first great wild man” Jerry Lee Lewis, while Gary Moore performs as Little Richard.

In contrast to The Legends of Rock ‘n’ Roll, which deals with acts mainly from the 1950s, Vogt says many casinos in the Lower Mainland bring in tributes from later decades.

“They seem to think oldies are rock-and-roll bands from the ‘70s and ‘80s but these bands are the antichrist to the people we’re drawing.

We’re prehistoric.

“I’m 75 years old, so I’m one of the seniors who are buying tickets to our shows. I’m in that category.”

While classics will be the focus, he added, artists in A Rock ‘n ‘Roll Christmas will make sure to give the event a festive flair

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On liquor in grocery stores

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fter months of dialogue with retail, trade, consumers and other interested parties, the BC Liquor Policy Review report was handed in by Parliamentary Secretary John Yap with 70 recommendations on modernizing provincial liquor laws.

It looks as though the contents of the report are going to be released on a slow and steady basis, figuring that as I write this, we only know what one of those recommendations entails.

Unless you have been living under a rock over the last week or so, you’re well aware via an onslaught of media coverage that the government is looking to kurtis@kurtiskolt.com offer liquor sales in grocery stores, a huge step that is purportedly all about convenience.

What initially appears to be good news quickly deflates from where I’m sitting, as there are a few aspects of the official announcement that I find concerning.

First off, it had been stated that three quarters of respondents, myself included, were in favour of this step.

The thing is, everyone I’ve talked to imagined this looking like the American model, with an aisle (or part of an aisle) dedicated to wine, beer and spirit offerings. This is the convenience many had in mind.

That concept is kyboshed with the announcement that alcohol will be kept separate from grocery products, most likely a store-within-a-store.

Figuring most grocery stores are fairly close, if not adjacent, to liquor or wine and beer stores, this move really just saves a few footsteps.

There will still be a completely separate transaction and step when grabbing your wine for dinner. On top of this, and this is the big one for many, Yap recommends we keep the current cap on total retail outlets in the province.

This either means closing some B.C. Liquor Stores or, perish the thought, independent retail outlets to create space for those in grocery stores.

Your favourite wine store just a couple blocks away? It might not be there any more after this shift. That doesn’t sound more convenient to me. Also, there are way more grocery stores than liquor outlets in the province, so how will it be designated which stores will get the opportunity to carry alcohol?

Since B.C. has almost 2,400 grocery stores and about 1,100 liquor outlets (and not all of those will be closing,) odds are your local grocery store might not end up carrying liquor anyways.

For a major step that was supposed to be all about convenience, this really doesn’t seem to be thoroughly planned.

While we’re long overdue to steer the ship towards modernization, my feeling is so far we’re just re-arranging deck chairs on the Titanic.

Kurtis Kolt

Let’s brighten things up a little. Here’s a wine for your weekend.

Parés Balta Cava Brut | Penedès, Spain | $19.99 BC Liquor Stores If this traditional-method (made just like Champagne) sparkler doesn’t cheer you up, it’ll be hard to find something that does. Freshout-of-the-oven sourdough aromatics give way to pink grapefruit, lime leaf and marmalade elements on the palate. A good wine to always have in the fridge, and at this price it’s great for any day of the week!

Kurtis Kolt teams up with City Market Just in time for the holidays Outlook wine columnist Kurtis Kolt will be hunting the aisles of Loblaw’s City Market in North Vancouver in search of the perfect pairings to go along with his weekly wine picks.

Now, let’s get pairing: Sure, in this week’s column I only recommended one wine, but the best thing about dry, sparkling wines is that they offer such diversity with food-pairing opportunities.

I love playing around with that fresh-baked-bread element of sparkling wines, the result of a second fermentation and extra yeast (or ‘lees’) contact in the bottle.

With the sourdough note so key to the wine, grabbing a baguette would be a no-brainer and I’m thinking you should go with a President’s Choice Barbecue Seasoned Whole Chicken to make an awesome sandwich with, and slather on some PC Black Label Classic Aioli to add a little richness. You can also slice off some of that baguette and have it with a little Stilton Blue Cheese.

The citrusy flair of the wine will be a good contrast to the saltier aspect of the cheese, and those bubbles will freshen that palate after every sip.

If you’re feeling a little more snacky or perhaps doing a little entertaining (‘tis the season after all), go quick and easy with some President’s Choice Bacon Wrapped Sea Scallops or President’s Choice Pad Thai Spring Rolls.

Really, you don’t even have to go fancy at all. Pop the cork, open a bag of Popcorn Indiana White Cheddar Popcorn and be delighted by the combo. If that ends up being your dinner, I won’t tell.

As always, if you’re having trouble finding something or just want to say hi, find me via KurtisKolt.com or on Twitter @KurtisKolt.

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North Shore Christmas Bureau collects presents for those in need

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t’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holidays, but the grim reality is some families can’t afford Christmas.

Fortunately, those in need on the North Shore can count on the community to rally together and ensure everyone receives a gift come Christmas morning.

One block west of Chesterfield Avenue there is some vacant office space that has been transformed into Santa’s workshop. Family Services of the North Shore Christmas Bureau manager Janet Quenneville scurries around checking the unwrapped presents stockpiled in six themed rooms.

In the boys’ room every toy is categorized in groups: action figures, sports equipment, model cars, etc. Meanwhile, next door, the girls’ room has a decidedly more pink hue. A pair of hula hoops rests against a table on which sits pyramids of colourful boxes containing, among other girlie toys, jewelry projects and a lone Justin Bieber doll for one lucky adolescent female.

SAntA’S HELpErS - (L to R) North Shore Christmas Bureau volunteers Liz “We are badly in need of more items for teens,” says Quenneville. “Gift cards Neal and Teale and Shelley Tisdall.

Rob Newell photo are welcome because a lot of people struggle with knowing what teens would like.”

More often than not sponsors will include a special Practical choices for teens include gift cards for Tim something that wasn’t requested by the hamper applicant, Hortons, Chapters, Subway, iTunes and EB Games. such as candles and chocolates.

And anything Vancouver Canucks related. Kids love the There were 755 hampers handed out last year, 370 of Canucks, affirms Quenneville. which were sponsored by people in the community, with When someone contacts the Christmas Bureau to sponthe rest funded by in-kind donations and community sor a family, they are given guidelines for what to include grants. in their hamper and a wish list. A household of four Once assembled, the sponsor brings the hamper to receives $200 in grocery store certificates and an ageNorth Shore Christmas Bureau headquarters where volappropriate gift valued at approximately $30 for each unteers set it aside for delivery on Dec. 20. family member.

There are 125 or so volunteers that Dixon says are For a single parent with one child, sponsors purchase happy to be part of the magic that happens at the a $100 grocery store gift card and two presents that cost Christmas bureau. close to $30 each.

“Building these hampers for people who don’t have Meanwhile, a single person receives a hamper valued at sponsors themselves, it’s very affirming,” says Dixon. $80.

“You come away feeling like you are doing something “We are here to support low-income families who have for the community.” children that are 18 years old and younger living at home, For more information on the hamper program, you low-income seniors aged 65 years and older and lowcan call the North Shore Christmas Bureau at 604-984income people with disabilities,” says Quenneville.

9627 or visit their website at ilovefamilyservices.com/ Christmas automatically brings children to mind, which christmas-bureau.com, where you can also make an means seniors in need sometimes gets overlooked, accordonline donation. Tax receipts will be issued for all donaing to Patty Dixon, volunteer supervisor for the Christmas tions over $20. hampers. twitter.com/nsoutlook “Seniors ask for so little: shavers, toothpaste,” says Dixon.

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Roasted yellow pepper soup Daisy Sandwich & Such shares a delicious winter soup recipe that’s also a perfect Christmas cocktail appy — just substitute the bowl for a shooter glass INGREDIENTS -6 large yellow peppers (sweet) -1 large onion, chopped -1 cup of chopped leeks (white portion only) -¼ cup of butter, cubed -2 cups of small potatoes, peeled and cubed -5 cups of vegetable (if you want your recipe to be vegetarian) or chicken broth -Seasoned with salt and pepper -Plain Greek yogurt, optional

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Shine on It’s all about the sparkle this holiday season

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lush bridal and cocktail wear boutique has you covered in the gold, silver and sequin department this holiday party season.

Embellishments that sparkle are en vogue this Christmas, explains Blush store manager Joelle Larabie.

Wear a plain, black-hued heel with this look, so you don’t outshine, so to speak, the other party guests.

Blush, which stocks an assortment of party dresses for any occasion, is located at 1403 Bellevue Ave. in West Van.

DAZZLING DRESSES - (left to right): This Nicole Miller multi-colour sequin sheath with gold patterns creates an illusion of a slimmer waistline. This Romona Keveza lace cocktail dress in Mandarin red is inspired by the colour of the season. The lace appliqué on this Mandalay silk dress with tulle draping is a romantic look fitting for New Year’s Eve.

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Consider locally-made presents this Christmas From scarves to paintings, jewelry to pottery, find the perfect Christmas gift made by a local artist during the Winter Artisan Market open until Dec. 24 at the Seymour Art Gallery, 4360 Gallant Ave., North Van. More info: seymourartgallery.com.

1. Eagle steel wire sculpture, $200. Made by West Van artist Joanne Waters.

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Ceramic monsters, to scare away the monsters under your bed, $15 each. Made by North Van native Meghan Leeburn.

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• Volunteers contribute to over 2.1 billion hours of service annually in our country.

• You make a difference and it is appreciated.

On December 5th North Shore Community Resources joins the rest of the world in celebrating your volunteer commitment to our communities.

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Tips to keep you on track!

Eat with others:

Slow down, relax.

Treat every meal as an opportunity to connect with others. You will eat less if you eat slowly.

Allow your body to register that food has arrived.

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West Van Dec. 10: Collingwood School presents its annual Winter Holiday Concerts at the Kay Meek Centre, showcasing Grade 8 to 12 students in both the instrumental and vocal music programs, which include the orchestra, jazz bands, choir and vocal jazz ensembles. The show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are $10 at kaymeekcentre.com.

Dec. 13: Enjoy the Christmas magic with a lantern parade in Horseshoe Bay beginning at 6 p.m. from St. Monica’s Church. Both adults and kids will march down to the beach for a bonfire, carols, hot chocolate and cookies. Don’t forget to bring your own lantern!

Ongoing until Jan. 4: Last year, more than 65,000 people continued the tradition of bundling up to see the annual Dundarave Festival of Lights. This November 100 Christmas trees

are decorated to raise money for the North Shore Lookout Shelter. Dundaravefestival.com has a list of events including a bonfire night on Dec. 21.

North Van Dec. 11-21: Feeling underprivileged at the North Pole, Mrs. Claus discovers a magical recipe for drawing families together. This is how Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen starts, followed by elves, laughter and song. This family musical is playing at the Presentation House Theatre for two weeks. Tickets are $28 for adults and $23 for students/seniors. Visit phtheatre.org for show times.

Dec. 14: This is a winter concert for the whole family to enjoy presented by the Anna Wyman School of Dance Arts students at Centennial Theatre from 4 to 6 p.m. Featuring original choreography in ballet, contemporary,

jazz, hip hop and tap, as well as holiday favourites such as Big Swans from Swan Lake, this evening is sure to put you in the Christmas spirit. Visit centennialtheatre.com for ticket information.

Ongoing until Dec. 24: From scarves to paintings, jewelry to pottery, find the perfect Christmas gift made by a local artist during the Winter Artisan Market open until Dec. 24 at the Seymour Art Gallery. 4360 Gallant Ave., North Van. More info: seymourartgallery.com.

Ongoing until Jan. 4: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event Canyon Lights has something special this Christmas — the world’s largest Christmas tree. Come see hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights, the holiday band and much more. Visit capbridge.com for admission information.

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Lynn Valley Neighbourhood News Peggy Trendell-Jensen, LynnValleyLife.com Editor.

Lynn Valley overflowing with Christmas spirit Lynn Valley is lit up for the season of goodwill – literally and figuratively.

On December 1, in front of a huge crowd, North Vancouver District Mayor Richard Walton, MP Andrew Saxton and MLA Jane Thornthwaite flipped the switch to light up Lynn Valley Village, forested with over 70 decorated trees sponsored by local businesses and organizations.

Mayor Walton couldn’t stay long, however; he was soon off to Mollie Nye House’s Bright Nights celebration, where with the flip of another switch the heritage home was transformed into a must-see roadside attraction.

These events kicked off a pre-Christmas season that is becoming ever more celebratory in this neighbourhood.

The “Lynn Valley Christmas” event, organized by the Lynn Valley Community Association, is now in its third year.

The Lynn Valley Lions donate the trees for the Christmas Tree Walk, with money raised by tree sponsorships supporting the Lions Christmas hamper program and LVCA community events. (People can further support this charitable work by purchasing their tree from the Lions in the Karen Magnussen parking lot!)

More entertainment is planned for December 21 and 22, when dance, music and children’s activities will run in Lynn Valley Village all afternoon and evening. The events will culminate in a carol sing-along with the L.V. United Church choir on Sunday, Dec. 22 at 7 p.m.

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Activities abound The weeks to come offer a plethora of seasonal events, from a traditional tea at Mollie Nye House on Sunday, Dec. 15 to a screening of Christmas movies at the library community room on Monday, Dec. 9 and Monday, Dec. 16.

People wanting to express their Christmas creativity can make a gingerbread house at Mollie Nye House on Wednesday, Dec. 11, or a holiday centerpiece on Thursday, Dec. 19.

Details of these events and more are on the calendar below or online at www.LynnValleyLife.com.

Good Neighbour Award launched Another recent addition to the season of goodwill in Lynn Valley is the Good Neighbour Award, now in its second year.

Community website LynnValleyLife invites nominations of Lynn Valley people who make the world around them a better place, in ways large or small.

Favourite stories are shared on the LynnValleyLife website and a winner is chosen by random draw to be named the Lynn Valley Good Neighbour of the year.

Nominations are welcomed up until Wednesday, Dec. 18, and the grand prize will be awarded at the Christmas in Lynn Valley event on the evening of Dec. 22. Send your “good neighbour” nominations to info@LynnValleyLife.com; more details are online.

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Wed, Dec. 11: Gingerbread House workshop at Mollie Nye House at 6:15 p.m.; details 604-987-5820.

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Fri, Dec. 6: Excerpts from Mrs. Claus’s Kitchen at Friday Night Live, LV United Church at 7:30 pm (last show until Jan. 17)

Sun, Dec. 15: Traditional Christmas Tea at Mollie Nye House, 2 and 3 pm. Purchase tickets at MNH before Dec. 11.

Sun, Dec. 8: Christmas Lunch and Carol Sing-Along for the neighbourhood, Westlynn Baptist, noon. No cost but RSVP to 604-986-4516.

Mon, Dec. 6: The Nightmare Before Christmas screening at library. Free, pre-register at 604-984-0286.

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The slow sippers win the race Whisky lovers are being asked to help choose the next Glenlivet MARTHA PERKINS ConTRibuToR

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here’s something about drinking a glass of whisky that makes you want to sit back in a leather chair in front a fireplace and tell stories.

Here’s a whisky one for you.

In 1824, bootlegger George Smith decided to go legit. He was the first in Scotland’s Glenlivet Valley to get a licence, making him the enemy of all the other bootleggers who were angry that Smith had given the excise men — tax collectors — a reason to be in the neighbourhood.

Smith took to packing two pistols with him on his travels.

When the son who was to take over the distillery died, Smith called another son, John Gordon Smith, home to help. JG had his own battle, this time a seven-year legal one, over the name Glenlivet.

Since Glenlivet was the name of a valley were lots of whisky was being made, lots of whiskies were named Glenlivet. Smith fought for, and won, the legal right to be The Glenlivet. (There are benefits to having the law on your side.)

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JG’s great-nephew, the decorated First World War vet and world traveller, Captain Bill Smith Grant, became the next head of the company in 1921 and stayed with the company until his death in 1975.

Smiths no longer own The Glenlivet, which was bought by the Chivas Bros., known for their blended whiskies.

This story is being told by Keith Trusler, Glenlivet’s new scotch ambassador. The former bar manager at Blue Water Café, Trusler ties in the generational tale with Glenlivet’s search for its next offering. It has created three new whiskies: The Classic, named after George; The Revival, named after John Gordon; and The Exotic, named after Smith.

People are asked to sign up to become a Glenlivet Guardian, which gives them access to private tastings of the new “expressions” and the opportunity to vote on which one should be the next limited edition single malt.

“This is the one winning the race,” says Trusler, holding up a glass of the more mature and subtle The Exotic. “It’s got lots going on.”

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The latest news and information from the City of North Vancouver

Celebrate the Season!

Throughout the month of December, the City celebrates the season with numerous events for the entire family to enjoy. Visit www.cnv.org for festivities taking place in the community, sustainable holiday tips, snow clearing and preparedness information, plus seasonal safety tips. Please note, City Hall will be closed from noon on December 24 to December 27, and on January 1. Find hours of operation for recreational facilities and the City Library at www.cnv.org/CelebrateTheSeason

10th Annual Lower Lonsdale Christmas Festival Saturday, December 7th, 4:30pm-8pm at The Shipyards (Foot of Lonsdale) Shipbuilders’ Square sparkles with holiday cheer at this festive outdoor community event.

Family activities include gingerbread decorating, Christmas crafts and the popular bug lantern building workshop. Don’t miss a visit from Santa, live music and entertainment, lighting of the giant Christmas tree, free horse and carriage rides plus complimentary coffee, hot chocolate and cookies. Hosted by the Lower Lonsdale Business Association, in partnership with the City of North Vancouver. Details at www.cnv.org

Holiday Happenings and Seasonal Light Displays There's lots to do this holiday season right here in our community. Be sure to stop by Shipbuilders' Square for the Christmas by the Sea Parade of Trees and enjoy a festive display of Christmas trees decorated by local businesses. Don't miss the City of North Vancouver's 'City scenic' themed tree. Open until January 5. Check our online events calendar for more holiday events.

Colourful light displays shine throughout the City. Lonsdale Avenue, City Hall, Civic Plaza, Shipbuilders' Square and the Pier all sparkle with holiday lights.

More information at www.cnv.org/ CelebrateTheSeason

Call for Nominations! 2013 Heritage Awards Each year, the City recognizes those who have played a significant role in supporting heritage conservation in the community. Awards are presented annually in the following five categories: Residential Heritage Conservation, Commercial Heritage Conservation, Small Scale Heritage Improvement, Heritage Awareness Achievement and Heritage Project Achievement. The City is accepting applications until January 6, 2014. Application forms and additional information available at www.cnv.org/Heritage

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www.northshoreoutlook.com www.northshoreoutlook.com Play it again! - Outlook columnist Len Corben (at left) will sign copies of his two most recent books, Play It Again! A Century PLUS of North Shore Sports Stories and The Pitching Professor: The Life and Times of Ernie Kershaw at Save On Foods on Brooksbank Ave. this Sunday, Dec. 8 beginning at 1 p.m. The books are also available at the Outlook office, Larry Sports on Lonsdale, the Dogwood Shop at Lions Gate Hospital, Black Bond Books in Lynn Valley and The Dog’s Ear T-shirt Shop in West Van, or by contacting Len at lencorben@yahoo.ca.

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J O I N T H E N O R T H VA N CO U V E R C H A M B E R O F CO M M E R C E TO DAY! The North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is a local member-based business association. We bring people together to develop strong networks, to represent the interests of the business community and to foster economic development. We provide a range of services and benefits to our members such as discounted rates on common business expenses, we host networking and business events and we provide visitor information and promote our membership.

This December, we encourage you to spend your shopping dollars in one of our member businesses in North Vancouver. Shopping locally supports the community as a whole. There are a variety of fabulous shops and services in Capilano Heights, Edgemont Village, Westview, on Lonsdale and at Lonsdale Quay, Lynn Valley, Main Street, ParkGate and Deep Cove for all your holiday needs. Give the gift of a strong economy and check out your local businesses for great deals this December.

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MLA, North Vancouver – Seymour Jane Thornthwaite is a Member of the Legislative Assembly representing the riding of North VancouverSeymour. She was first elected to the Provincial Legislature in the 2009 election, and was re-elected to a second term in May 2013.

From 2005 to 2008, Jane served as a School Trustee for the North Vancouver Board of Education, and was elected Chair of the Board in December 2008. She still maintains a strong interest in education, and now serves as the Parliamentary Secretary for Student Support and Parent Engagement to the Minister of Education. In her role as Parliamentary Secretary, Jane consults with parents throughout the province, engaging them in their children’s education and school life to enhance future success.

In addition to education, Jane is also passionate about environmental and transportation issues. She works hard to advance the Highway 1 Interchange redesign, an important upgrade that will reduce congestion on the North Shore. Jane meets frequently with stakeholders, elected representatives and officials in all levels of government to keep plans for this critical project moving forward.

Jane has long been concerned about animal rights, and has introduced in the Legislature a Private Member’s Bill, Standards of Care for Breeders of Companion Animals. Her bill will strengthen B.C.’s animal welfare laws by establishing strict standards of care that breeders of dogs and cats must meet to protect the health and safety of their animals, and will help shut down puppy mills.

In her constituency office, Jane and her staff assist the community in a variety of ways, including helping people find the appropriate government service, answering requests for information about government policies, and arranging and attending meetings with ministers and constituents.

Jane encourages her constituents to contact her office if they have any questions or concerns. She attends many community events so she can connect with people and businesses in her riding and represent them effectively in Victoria.

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www.northshoreoutlook.com www.northshoreoutlook.com continued from, PAGE 4 BIA plans to area stakeholders, and all property owners received information packets by mail. Ausman said the bid has also been the main subject of conversation at monthly LLBA meetings.

Coun. Rod Clark questioned the democratic process when talking about the “negative petition” process.

“Normally you vote in favour of something — not in a negative capacity,” said Clark. “... And if they can’t sell it in Lower Lonsdale, I’ll be damned if I am going to stand there and say you can do it by this negative petition. It’s simply wrong.”

LLBA executive-director Stephanie Clarke told council that through a negative petition is typically how BIAs become established. She gave an example of the Dunbar BIA in Vancouver, explaining how there was opposition in the beginning and the BIA was only approved by a hair of a margin. By the time the BIA renewal came up five years later, only one person opposed it, said Clarke.

“So what that shows you also is… the negative petition process actually identifies the stakeholder groups,” said Clarke. “So you find out who is sort of not interested or who is opposed even if it’s under the threshold. Those are the people you go and talk to and say what are their concerns, why aren’t you supportive.”

Coun. Guy Heywood asked about the historical success rates for negative BIA petitions. Clarke said she was only aware of two BIAs — in Victoria and Prince George — that were voted out in the process, but later reinstated.

“So basically in the province of B.C. or anywhere in Canada, I don’t know of one BIA that was voted out and has stayed out,” said Clarke.

During a previous campaign, in 2010, by the LLBA, 49 per cent of Lower Lonsdale property owners opposed the establishment of a BIA.

From that experience, the LLBA learned most of the BIA opposition came from light industrial businesses in a concentrated area north of East Esplanade Avenue at St. Georges Avenue.

The LLBA has been given $120,000 in grant money from the City of North Vancouver — in two installments — for administrative support to assist the volunteer-run organization with this latest campaign.

Coun. Craig Keating made the motion to direct staff to create the BIA bylaw and petition the Lower Lonsdale business owners.

“I’ve been in municipal politics for 15 years and I understand one thing: No is the iron law,” said Keating.

“If you want to motivate people tell them they have a chance to come out and say no to things.”

Coun. Linda Buchanan echoed Keating’s sentiments saying the BIA is a good opportunity for the Lower Lonsdale community to move forward.

“I think we are in a time of transformation down there,” said Buchanan. “[The LLBA] have done a tremendous amount of work as volunteers, but I think we are moving to another level and another stage in that particular area of our community.”

Heywood said it would be a “folly” and irrational to abandon the BIA process now because the city has already invested money in it.

“At worst we are going to see part of the business community fund their own collective requirements,” said Heywood. “At best, it’s going to be outrageously successfully… and actually put Lower Lonsdale on the map with Yaletown and with West Fourth...”

The motion to create a Lower Lonsdale BIA bylaw passed 5-2, with Bookham and Clark opposed.

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Along with eight close friends and family members, she’s taking part in the Ride to Conquer Cancer for the second time as a member of Team Spin Sisters, which now includes a couple “misters.”

The close-knit team will cycle 300 miles on rural country roads in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains over two days in June while raising money for cancer research.

Last year they collected nearly $40,000 in honour of loved-ones who have suffered from cancer, including Ingham’s Grandpa Silvio, who passed away in November last year, and her Aunt Kelly, who was diagnosed with cancer and has an impressive goal of taking part in the ride this spring.

“My aunt has Stage 3B lung cancer, it’s a very vigorous type of cancer. She’s going really well, which is fantastic,” says the athletic 21-year-old from West Vancouver, who used to compete internationally in dressage, a type of horseback riding.

Giving a donation to a team makes a great Christmas present, Ingham adds.

She says dozens of North Shore residents have already signed up for the ride so donors will likely know a participant or can find one at conquercancer.ca.

Team Spin Sisters fundraises all year and each member has to collect $2,500 to participate in the ride. Since 2009, thousands of cyclists have raised $50 million for the BC Cancer Foundation.

“I’ve met so many inspiring people, it’s been incredible,” Esmee fondly recalls.

The Ride to Conquer Cancer is hosting an open house in West Vancouver on Dec. 11 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 1473 Clyde Ave. There will an opportunity to register and meet fellow cyclists from the North Shore. mgarstin@northshoreoutlook.com

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Vice President, Public Affairs at Insights Not surprisingly, the online survey of a West. “While half of men in BC would representative provincial sample also like to see a higher speed limit, just shows that a majority of residents one-in-four women concur with this believe that photo radar should not view.” be brought back. More than half of However, it was surprising to see that those polled (53 more than half (55 percent) believe percent) believe the speed limits should be left alone. the province should Another five percent want to see not bring back limits lowered. photo radar, which It’s surprising if you read the newswas introduced in paper letters pages and listen to the the 1990s as a province’s radio talk shows, where the measure to curb 100-click limit is commonly referred to speeding, but as unrealistic on today’s well-designed was abandoned highways. in 2001.

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half of residents aged 55 (48 percent) would like to see photo radar coming back, support is decidedly lower among residents aged 18-to-34 (36 percent) and 35-to-54 (31 percent).

I supported photo radar initially because when used in high-collision locations, elsewhere in the world, it has a remarkable record for reducing death and injuries. It never operated that way in BC and soon became public enemy number one where it was perceived as merely a cash cow for greedy provincial government.

Residents were also asked about the quality of British Columbia’s roads and infrastructure.

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Overall, only 16 percent of British Columbians believe that the province’s roads are “not too safe” or “not safe at all” for motorists, while four-in-five (82 percent) consider them “very safe” or “moderately safe.”

This is the first of four surveys Insights West will conduct during the next year in partnership with Black Press. We hope these poll findings will find their way in the current speed limit and traffic safety review by the provincial government.

This week in Driveway, our “Question of the Week” and “Drives-U-Crazy” spots focus on speed-related issues please participate online. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca About the survey: Results are based on an online study conducted from October 23 to October 27, 2013, among 838 British Columbians who are aged 18+ and are Your Insights panel members. YourInsights.ca is Insights West’s in-house access panel offering on-demand samples for both clients and research suppliers looking for Western Canadian populations. The data has been statistically weighted according to Canadian census figures for age and gender. While statistical margins of error are arguably not applicable to online panels/online studies of this nature, we have assumed that the same margins of error apply as if it were a true unweighted random probability sample with a margin of error of +/- 3.4 percentage points, nineteen times out of twenty. To view the detailed data tabulations go to www.insightswest.com

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If Mercedes Benz can sell such a competent car for so little, the pressure will be on non-premium brands to sharpen their pencil, add more features, and revise their prices lower. Mercedes already has a very affordable hatchback with the B250, which arrived about a year ago and is the basis for this CLA. Both of these cars open up Mercedes Benz to a new market of buyers who might have been thinking about buying a non-premium brand but now realized a CLA is within reach. This, along with Mercedes strong resale value will help

to keep lease rates low, amplifying the value this car offers.

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The dash has rotary air vents that look similar to the high end Mercedes SLS supercar. The front of the dash, in my test unit, was covered in an aluminum panel and surrounded by soft touch materials.

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est Vancouver brothers Griffin and Sam Reinhart are hoping to spend the Christmas holidays together this year — in Sweden.

The two local hockey products are among the 25 players who’ve been invited to attend Canada’s world junior team selection camp later this month.

Team Canada’s roster was announced Monday and includes two goalies, eight defenceman and 15 forwards.

The selection camp starts Dec. 12 in Etobicoke, Ont, and Team Canada must finalize a 22-man roster by Dec. 25.

The 2014 IIHF World Junior Championship takes place in Malmo, Sweden, from Dec. 26 to Jan. 5.

Griffin Reinhart was selected fourth overall in the 2012 NHL draft by the New York Islanders and plays junior for the Edmonton Oil Kings. Sam Reinhart, who is predicted to potentially be the first overall pick in the 2014 draft, plays for the Kootenay Ice. Hockey plays a big role in the Reinhart family. Sam and Griffin’s older brother Max was drafted 64th overall by Calgary Flames in 2010 and father Paul was chosen by the Atlanta Flames 12th overall in the 1979 NHL draft and enjoyed an all-star career.

A third player with West Vancouver roots, Morgan Rielly, would likely have also earned a spot on the Team Canada selection roster had he not already cracked the Toronto Maple Leafs’ roster this season.

There is a chance that some junior-aged players who are currently on NHL rosters may be loaned to Team Canada for this year’s world championships.

In a Hockey Canada release issued on Monday, it was noted: “In regards to eligible players currently in the NHL, Hockey Canada will continue to communicate with NHL teams and is hopeful players may still be made available to Canada’s National Junior Team.”

Other notable North Shore players to have suited up for Team Canada at the world juniors include Joe Murphy (1986), Paul Kariya (1992 and 1993) and goaltender Martin Jones (2010).

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The premium package is a must because it includes a huge panoramic sunroof, backup camera, automatic climate control and heated front seats; all of this for $2,800. This is a small car; the roof feels very low and back seat passengers need to be children or shorter adults. Rear seat outward visibility is limited and legroom is also at a premium.

The better bet for families is the less expensive B-Class ($30,500) because it offers a bigger back seat and hatchback storage.

Drive The launch event for this new CLA was held in the Washington DC area, leaving historic Georgetown and heading towards Maryland’s ports and navel academy. This provided some excellent stop-and-go traffic opportunities in Washington’s morning rush hour and then getting to stretch the new CLA’s legs on fabulous Interstate highways. The power plant is a direct injection turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with a healthy 208hp.

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For the price of a well-equipped non-premium brand Canadians can now get a premium German sedan for about the same price.

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In the touring extravaganza — which invites audiences into its White Big Top in the Olympic Village beginning Dec. 7 — the spotlight is on the enduring majesty and rippling musculature of the horse. It’s difficult not to sit awestruck as dozens of horses gallop through the custom-built mega-tent, or read traits such as bravery, playfulness and wisdom in their whinnies and seemingly effortlessly executed choreographed movements.

And then there is the interaction between the 63 horses and the 47 humans: riders, acrobats and other stage artists who appear to have entered into almost, well, human-like repartee with the equine stars.

It’s a wholly intoxicating theatrical spectacle that first wowed Vancouver audiences in 2011, and one for which the demand was so great that organizers quickly added 13 shows after announcing the dates for the upcoming run.

Audiences aren’t alone in their passion for Cavalia. It’s a source of ongoing delight for the performers, too. Among them: Michel Charron and Tomoko Onishi.

The married duo met in Japan (Onishi’s country of birth; Charron is a Canuck from New Brunswick), attended circus school together in the U.K., and toured with an aerial acrobatics show through Japan until the earthquake and tsunami of 2011 — at which point, they fled Asia, touched down in Montreal, and their Cavalia journey began.

To date, they’ve performed in well over 200 performances with Cavalia. In Odysseo, they can even be glimpsed together: as one of three acrobatic couples performing on a 16,000-pound merry-go-round that descends from the overhead grid, as well as in the hoop act.

“It’s a thrill,” said Charron on the phone from Washington, D.C. (the show’s stop before Vancouver). “You get to be onstage with your wife. It doesn’t get much better than that.”

Equally thrilling to both is the opportunity to work with horses.

The horses are more than animals to the human performers; they’re complex, charismatic colleagues, each with their own personality and set of quirks. “It’s such a unique experience working with each horse,” said Charron. “They’re the stars of the show and I’m happy to be there supporting them.”

His favourite moment with the horses occurs early in the show, when man and horse run together in liberty (without harnesses).

“When we let out this primitive scream and we all start running together, it’s really an awesome moment,” said Charron.

Charron and Onishi’s love story is built on acrobats, mutual admiration, and adventure. They both speak highly of the others’ abilities, and of the hiking, camping, rock-climbing, and other assorted outdoor adventures they have as they drive between tour stops (“I don’t want to miss seeing the most beautiful parts of the world,” said Onishi).

Despite the more than a decade they’ve spent working together, they’re not looking to work separate gigs anytime soon. “You look into your partner’s eyes, and you smile, and it’s genuine,” said Charron.

“You’re there with the person you love, and that is a major plus.”

Cavalia’s Odysseo runs until Jan. 5, 2014. For tickets, visit Cavalia. net.

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reminiscing about the year gone by.

Growing up in East Vancouver, Ron remembers how every Christmas his family would drive around to see houses decked out with lights and decorations.

“One guy even had tin soldiers coming down his driveway,” describes Ron. “That was the highlight of my Christmas.”

For pint-sized Raya Grant, it’s the Grinch — that’s her favourite part of Ron’s Christmas display. On Sunday evening, when the lights switched on for the first time this season, Raya and her mom Sheila were among the first to see them.

The Blueridge family takes a picture at this house every Christmas and had been waiting with anticipation for opening night.

“We will come here almost daily,” says Sheila admiring the colourful scene.

Moments later another family drives by in an SUV and two teenage sisters jump out. The mom points out Ron’s old-fashioned drawings.

“They are from our day,” she says. “You just don’t see them anymore.” **** Meanwhile, on the other side of North Van, the Ribalkin family is busily setting up their annual Christmas display in Canyon Heights.

Standing on his top floor balcony last Friday, family patriarch John Ribalkin is multi-tasking, hanging yet another string of lights while simultaneously talking to The Outlook.

“We finished the roof at 6 p.m. last night,” proclaims John.

Dripping with twinkling blue icicles, the eaves are just one facet in this brilliant display that boasts 100,000-plus Christmas lights.

“Our light display, we look at it as being a Disneyland display,” describes John.

Strategically placed around the yard are festive scenes featuring such holiday characters as an 18-foot-tall Frosty the Snowman and Jolly Old Saint Nick himself.

The crowning glory is a massive blue star suspended 86 feet in the air by ropes attached to Douglas fir trees. Each line on the star is 20 feet long and, from what the Ribalkins have been told, can been seen all the way from Coal Harbour.

Setting the star in place above the house each year is no easy feat. It involves a minimum of four men using a pulley system on the trees that was set up with the help of an arborist. One false move and the star will smash into one of the trees.

The Ribalkins start the preparations for their Christmas display around Halloween. They unbox all the lights and ornaments and make any necessary repairs. Then it takes two full weekends to do the setup outside.

John’s son Ethan was holding down the fort at the family business, Verico Nova Financial Services, on Friday while his parents worked on decorating the house.

He mentions how they are behind schedule, because, as per usual, his dad “secretly” bought more Christmas lights on Boxing Day last year.

“We only have so much room to mount things on the house,” laughs Ethan.

The family is chasing a Sunday evening deadline when scores of family will turn up to their house to see the spectacle of lights.

Ethan recalls how this tradition turned into a fundraiser for the Harvest Project.

“I remember a couple years ago I said to my dad, ‘There are a lot of people driving past the house,’” says Ethan.

The family chose to collect donations for the Harvest Project, which supports North Shore families in need, because, as John puts it, they give people a second chance in life.

“The main reason is that some of us are privileged, but there are many in our community that don’t have the kickstart that others have,” says John.

The Harvest Project has set a goal of raising $200,000 from across the North Shore community by mid-January to support programs such as food distribution for those in need.

Last year, the Ribalkins raised $3,869 and collected 51 bags of groceries for the Harvest Project.

And like Ron Jamieson over in Blueridge, John has also touched people through his display of lights.

Two days before Christmas last year, a friend of the family knocked on the door. Her husband, a retired teacher who had suffered a stroke three months before, was in poor health, but it was his wish to see the lights.

“His last two words to me were, “Looks good,” recalls John, whose friend died one month later.

This past Sunday, the Ribalkins officially lit up their home for the season. Visit 4967 Chalet Place to see the display and make a food or cash donation to the Harvest Project.

For a list of other dazzling displays on the North Shore turn to page 36

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Come sing your favourite holiday carols in 1 of 3 categories. Over $2500 in prizes to be awarded. Grand Prizes include a shopping spree to Capilano Mall and choral program grants (awarded in the school choir category).

All proceeds from registration support the North Shore Community Resources.

Visit www.capilanomall.com to register and for more info.

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Kinder Morgan project goes ahead, there ith Kinder Morgan Canada poised will be risks in the future.” this month to unveil its applicaWalton said the planned seven-fold tion to twin the Trans Mountain increase in tanker traffic could actually oil pipeline, Metro Vancouver politicians are result in less risk to the environment than scrambling to decide how to respond. posed by the current shipments if regulaThe Metro board voted Friday to begin tions tighten and Kinder Morgan and other its own preliminary analysis of the $5.4-bilresponders are compelled to improve pipelion project so the regional district can raise line monitoring and cleanup capability. tough questions when the National Energy West Vancouver Mayor Mike Smith said Board begins formal hearings in 2014.

Metro must let the NEB process unfold, But there’s a wide spectrum of thinking adding it’s premature to take any position. on the board, from mayors who have already Richmond Coun. Harold Steves fears come out against the new pipeline that will opposition to shipments through Burrard triple Trans Mountain’s capacity to 890,000 Inlet may prompt Kinder Morgan to switch barrels per day to those who prefer a waitto an alternate terminal in the Fraser River and-see stance to press the company for betestuary that would risk a catastrophic spill. ter safety measures.

Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore said a “This isn’t about bargaining, this is about defeat of the project as currently proposed saying ‘no’ to something that we know is might bring other risks, such as a proliferagoing to be disastrous for our communition of oil-carrying rail cars rolling through ties in the long run,” Burnaby Mayor Derek local cities as oil moves by rail instead.

Corrigan said Friday. “I do not want to leave “If a pipeline doesn’t get built, I can probthis as my legacy as a politician.” ably foresee our rail yard – Port Coquitlam Metro’s board had been expected to ProtEctioN PlaN - Belcarra Mayor Ralph Drew has proposed prehas the biggest rail yard in B.C and the endorse concerns raised by Belcarra Mayor staging booms and other equipment so that oil from a spill at Kinder second biggest in Western Canada – will Ralph Drew, who has exchanged letters Morgan’s terminal could be more quickly contained along the yellow lines. become a mobile pipeline.” with Kinder Morgan officials for the past Village of Belcarra image Also referred to staff for further recomyear in an attempt to probe their plans and mendation was a request from Delta Mayor seek improvements.

He fears a pipeline rupture spilling into Burrard Lois Jackson that officials from Kinder Morgan, the But, at Corrigan’s urging, directors voted to defer Inlet and has argued for faster spill response assurNEB and Port Metro Vancouver appear before the that endorsement pending more study. ances, potentially by pre-staging booms and other Metro board to answer questions.

“I don’t want to be in a position where the National necessary equipment near the Burnaby terminal to Other directors warned that couldn’t be done withEnergy Board says ‘Well, Metro says it’s okay as long quickly contain escaped oil. out also hearing delegations from dozens if not hunas we do whatever Belcarra has indicated are the North Vancouver District Mayor Richard Walton dreds of project opponents. appropriate measures,’” Corrigan said. noted oil has been shipped through the harbour for a Councils in Vancouver and Burnaby already oppose century, albeit in much smaller quantities. the project and Drew said their strategy of refusing to “There have always been risks,” he said. “There -Jeff Nagel talk directly to Kinder Morgan is a mistake. are risks now and, regardless of whether or not the

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Local designers, artisans merge at Ambleside store West Van council wants innovative stores to revitalize the waterfront district MICHAELA GARSTIN S tA f f R E p o Rt E R

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A possible sign of future revitalization, Station & Post at 1362 Marine Drive is home to a collaboration of designers, importers and artisans.

Owner Michelle Kelava-Juszczyk, a furniture designer, spent a month renovating the bright waterfront location, which was once home to Beachside Forno.

“It’s a way to get vendors and designers together and give them a presence in the West Van market,” she says standing among the store’s eclectic “beachside cottage” furniture and accessories.

Kendall Gustavson, who grew up in West Vancouver, runs The Modern Pantry in one corner of the store. After specializing in food and culture at the University of Gastronomy in northern Italy, she brought her knowledge back home to the North Shore.

“I want to bring new products that use old skills to the Canadian market,” she says, a small bottle of honey, har-

vested in West Vancouver this summer, sitting on the counter beside her.

“In a time when so much emphasis is placed on sourcing locally, sometimes the key to ethical purchasing is lost: genuine and direct relationships with producers.”

The Modern Pantry offers a range of food from Canada, the U.S., Italy and France, including unique jams — sour cherry, craft beer, onion and green tomato — olive oil, chocolate and candied fruit baskets that would be otherwise difficult to find on the West Coast.

Determined to make Station & Post a mainstay in West Van, Kelava-Juszczyk says the store will likely be moving somewhere else in the district when the lease is up. Buildings on ColleCTIve poweR - Station & Post owner Michelle Kelava-Juszczyk (right) and the south side of the 1300Kendall Gustavson, owner of The Modern Pantry, combined their businesses to offer block of Marine Drive will be customers more options. Rob Newell photo replaced by a new development, which includes a sixrecreated for homes or businesses, she sents three international buyers, two and seven-storey building with commer- interior designers and a host of local adds, pointing to a map of the world cial and residential space. that spans an entire wall. artisans that make everything from West Vancouver Mayor Michael “By working together, we’re making candles to bath salts. By collaborating Smith has called the area a “shantyon the space, the business owners share it easier for designers and artisans to town” because of aging and boarded-up reach people,” she says. the burdens of starting a retail busibuildings. New, modern stores are part ness. of the revitalization effort backed by For more information, visit facebook.

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Light Bright: A guide to extraordinary North Shore X-mas light displays Park & Tilford Gardens 333 Brooksbank Ave., North Van The Holiday Hi-Light Festival at Park & Tilford Gardens, happening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. nightly, showcases 50,000 lights blanketing the trees and water features throughout the gardens.

Santa will hold court in the gardens on Friday and Saturday evenings until Christmas. On Fridays there is live entertainment by local artist Adam Woodall and the Catching Art Contemporary Ballet Theatre, plus strolling characters and carol singers, cookie decorating, face painting and balloon art. The Hi-Light festival, which runs until Dec. 31, is a charitable event with North Vancouver firefighters on hand to collect donations.

The Holiday Hi-Light Festival at Park & Tilford Gardens.

Dundarave Festival of Lights Dundarave Beach Last year, more than 65,000 people continued the tradition of bundling up to see the

annual Dundarave Festival of Lights. Until Jan. 4 you can stroll along the beach and see 100 Christmas trees that were decorated by the community to raise money for the North Shore Lookout Shelter. Check dundarave.com for a list of events planned for the festival including a bonfire night on Dec. 21.

Peak of Christmas Grouse Mountain At Santa’s Workshop on top of Grouse Mountain is where you will find the magic of Christmas.

Meet reindeer and take a sleigh-ride through the mystical alpine forest. Or indulge in the quintessential Canadian outdoor experience: skating on an 8,000-square-foot mountaintop pond, surrounded by snow-topped trees. More info: grousemountain.com.

Canyon Lights Festival Capilano Suspension Bridge The Capilano Suspension Bridge can lay claim to the world’s tallest living Christmas tree, a 46.4-metre Douglas fir decked with 10,000 twinkling lights.

The 250-year-old majestic evergreen conifer is the main attraction at Cap Bridge’s annual Canyon Lights festival, which runs until Jan. 4. Adding to the enchanting experience are the hundreds of thousands of lights adorning the rainforest canopy, the Suspension Bridge and CLIFFWALK. This family-friendly event features a children’s scavenger hunt, gingerbread cookie decorating, singa-long carols and a glass blowing demonstration.

For more information visit capbridge.com.

Carol Ships sail pas Panorama Park Carol ships, decked out in dazzling festive lights, will sail past the shores of Panorama Park on Saturday Dec. 21 at 8:00 p.m. The park will come alive with holiday cheer. There will be musical entertainment by The Bobcats, warm refreshments, roving performers, free holiday craft workshops, face painting and a blazing bonfire.

Food donations in support of the Harvest Project will be collected. For more information, visit northvanrec.com. Parking is available at Myrtle Park (Banbury Road). twitter.com/nsoutlook

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The 22nd annual Dundarave Festival of Lights runs to Dec. 21. Featured above is the Outlook Christmas tree, which was generously decorated by Canadian Tire, a proud supporter of the Jumpstart Program for Kids. For more information on the festival go to dundaravefestival.com.

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TO Serve AND prOTecT (chrISTmAS) - Not only do West Van firefighters and police officers save lives — they also save Christmas. The annual West Vancouver Emergency Services Toy and Food Drive has returned to brighten another holiday season for families in need. From Nov. 25 through Dec. 20, the West Vancouver Police Department and West Vancouver Fire and Rescue will collect donations on behalf of the Family Services Christmas Bureau of the North Shore.

New and unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items can be dropped off at WVPD headquarters, any West Van fire hall or District of West Vancouver municipal hall. Donation locations: WVPD headquarters - 1330 Marine Dr; WVFR Fire Hall #1 - 760 16th St.; WVFR Fire Hall #2 – 6272 Marine Dr.; WVFR Fire Hall #3 – 4895 Marine Dr.;VFR Fire Hall #4 – 965 Cross Creek Rd.; DWV municipal hall – 750 17th St.. Last Friday, members of the WVPD and WVFR teamed up with some players from the West Van Soccer Club to kick off the toy drive. Counterclockwise from left: WVPD Sgt. Ed Pearce, West Van firefighters Domenic Scorda and Eric Blank, WVPD Const. Chris Bigland, Tommy Rieder, Gaby Boppart and Jessie Markic.

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ScOUTING OUT The perfecT Tree - It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Parkgate Shopping Centre. The 11th annual Seymour Scout Group Christmas tree fundraiser began Sunday (Dec. 1) in the southeast corner of the centre’s parking lot and there are four different varieties to choose from this year: Noble, Fraser, Douglas and Grand Fir. All proceeds from tree sales go towards programs for Deep Cove Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Ventures and Rovers. The sale runs until Dec. 23 and the lot is open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

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Pls call (604)369-3372.

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North Shore Flooring Distributor needs an experienced customer service/order desk rep for a very busy office. The ideal candidate will have previous order desk experience, a great phone manner, strong computer skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in an environment with competing priorities. Excellent written and spoken English skills and a passion for superior customer service are required.

Experience with QuickBooks or Simply Accounting a plus! Email resume to:

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 338

PLUMBING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 374

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS ALTO CONN SAX $495.

604-859-5925

TREE PRUNING Best done in Dec. or Jan. while dormant for optimal health!

CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service

• Tree Trimming • Christmas Lights Installation • Snow Removal

• Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

604-787-5915

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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS GL ROOFING. Cedar/Asphalt, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters - $80.

604-240-5362. info@glroofing.ca

TREE SERVICES

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PETS

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

bradsjunkremoval.com

Hauling Anything..

But Dead Bodies!!

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 8yrs

PETS

BEAGLES, 12’’ size, ready Dec 11, tri-colour. 5 male, $650. (604)3160376, tobyscardetail@hotmail.com

Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

604.220.JUNK(5865)

PAINT SPECIAL

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20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

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

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

CHIHUAHUAS, tiny tea cups, ready to go now, 2 males. $650. Call 604794-7347

PATTAR ROOFING LTD. All types of Roofing. Over 35 years in business. 604.588.0833

DISPOSAL BINS By Recycle-it 6 - 50 Yard Bins Starting from $99.00 604.586.5865

FOR SALE. My Piano accordion collection of 16 piano accordions.

Priced from $190. to $1500.

(604)853-7773

Brad’s Bin Service 604.220.5865

FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards.

Call Ken at 604-294-1393

LOVING DOG FOR GOOD HOME, Staffordshire/Pitbull, 2yrs spade female. Brindle. Great with kids & adutls. 604-615-7244 Abbotsford, 604-514-3809 Langley 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 P/B GERMAN ROTTWEILERS 3 female pups. Vet ✓. Ready to go. $500/each. 778-899-3326

STANDARD POODLES- Big, beautiful, healthy puppies.

Smart, calm, hypo-allergenic.

Vet checked, vaccinations, house trained. Males, females, Blacks, Apricots, Reds. Delivery available. $1000, 250-5450158. Hiddenhills@shaw.ca TOY POODLE PUP 7 weeks old.

Male, white with black markings $700. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602 YELLOW LAB PUPS. 3 females.

Ready to go. Vet checked. $600.

604-852-6176 Abbotsford.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

MISC. FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed!

Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca STEEL BUILDING...”THE BIG YEAR END CLEAR OUT!” 20X22 $4,259. 25X24 $4,684. 30X34 $6,895. 35X36 $9,190. 40X48 $12,526. 47X70 $17,200. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca VIAGRA 100mg or CIALIS 20mg.

Generic. 40 tabs + 10 FREE all for $99 including FREE SHIPPING. Discreet, Fast Shipping. 888-8360780 or metromeds.net

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TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

845 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

REAL ESTATE 627

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms!

CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES • DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

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No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing?

We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

RENTALS 736

HOMES FOR RENT

3BED/2BA Beautiful renovated home on 11,000 sq feet lot in Panorama Ridge. $1650/month. Call 778-929-4696 POINT GREY 3 bdrm & den, 2 lvl home, avail now. 4426 West 9th. $3200 + utils. NP/NS 604-649-3028

Great Pyrenees pups, M/F, 1st shots, parents on site, ready Dec 6. $700. Call (604)798-5069

TRANSPORTATION

CASH FOR X-MAS Cash for all vehicles Free towing Quick service Always available 778-865-5454 #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

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