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Ambleside pool fondly remembered on 60th anniversary Built in the 1950s, the outdoor pool was a landmark on the North Shore until 1977 MICHAELA GARSTIN S tA f f R E p o Rt E R

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any North Shore residents growing up in the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s took their first swimming lessons at Kingsmen Pool in Ambleside Park.

Overlooking Stanley Park and Lions Gate Bridge, the outdoor pool was once a popular hangout on sunny days.

The photo pictured here was snapped on a busy afternoon in 1954, the year the pool opened.

At first the landmark location was heavily used, but attendance began to decline when the West Vancouver Aquatics Centre was built nearby.

In 1977, less than 11 months after the new indoor facility was created, the Kingsmen Pool was filled in.

This year marks the pool’s 60th anniversary.

The landscape has changed — a skatepark and basketball courts now take up the area — but memories haven’t faded.

And there are calls to bring back an outdoor pool to West Van. “[During] hot summers the pool was jammed packed. I remember some days there were so many people that we opted out and swam in the cold ocean instead,” said Michael Arnold after The Outlook posted a vintage photo on Facebook.

“I’ll always remember the hot days at

Ambleside, eating fish and chips and hamburgers, the smell of food and vinegar and the strong smell of coconut oil.”

Others remember learning how to swim during the summer when lessons were free. When they got older, the pool turned into a popular place to meet up with friends.

“I just about lived at that pool every summer,” fondly recalls Sherry Mauro, who frequently walked the long route from her house in Norgate.

While many good memories exist, Robert Sayer remembers a painful day: “I also remember blowing a dive off the high diving board. Still hurts thinking about it.”

Back in the early ‘50s, Kingsmen Pool cost $65,000 to build and was a collaboration between Old SchOOl - The Kingsmen Pool on a busy afternoon in 1954. West Vancouver Archives photo the Kingsmen’s Club, the public and local businesses.

When the aquatics thought they would be,” he said.

Vancouver and Burnaby have them,” centre was built, the district deemed The recently built facility is fancier said Patty Clarke, noting the closest the pool too costly to operate — money than the 1950s-era Kingsmen Pool, with outdoor public pool to the North Shore was being lost due to the West Coast’s an indoor pool, hot tub, waterslide and is the New Brighton Pool in Vancouver, lengthy rainy season despite the pool steam room. which is close to the southern end of being heated — and, after 22 years of But would a new outdoor pool help the Second Narrows Bridge. life, it was filled in. revitalize Ambleside?

Unfortunately for those in support of “I loved that pool!! Bring back outdoor an outdoor pool in West Van, the addiDrawing people to the waterfront community pools to the North Shore! community is one of council’s Top 5 tion likely won’t happen. priorities for this year. The Ambleside Demand is already Village Centre Strategy and Ambleside being met by the new West Market Study both outline the steps Vancouver Aquatic Centre needed to revitalize the area. at 21st Street and Marine While food carts, a farmers market Drive, said Jeff MacDonald, spokesman for the District of and sidewalk dining are on the list, an outdoor pool is not.

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LoLo BIA bid put on hold BIA campaign organizers want to postpone the vote until after the city’s waterfront rebranding process nesses,” Morris told The Outlook of the LLBA’s last presentation to council.

“And that’s where I got upset. If you Business Improvement Area were going to present a tax like this (BIA) bid for Lower Lonsdale has then you need to have the support of the been put on hold, after organizers people who will be paying the tax.” asked the City of North Van to put the Morris has spent since mid-December brakes on the process. going door-to-door, canvassing busiLate last year, city council directed nesses within the proposed BIA boundstaff to create a bylaw for the estabary. So far, he says he has the support of lishment of a BIA — a campaign 150 business owners who preemptively being overseen by the Lower Lonsdale oppose the BIA negative petition.

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In total, Morris figures there are On Monday council members voted around 300 businesses operating the 4-3 in favour of rescinding that bylaw. area, while the LLBA has put that numHad it been approved, city staff would ber at 660 businesses. have sent a counter-petition to all com“The vacancy rate in Lower Lonsdale mercial property owners within the prois massive,” says Morris. “There are posed BIA boundaries informing them many, many empty buildings.” of the change and pending levy. Barring The LLBA has now asked the city to notice of opposition within 30 days from postpone the BIA vote in light of new 51 per cent of the business owners, the information coming forward on the cenBIA would have automatically been tral waterfront vision and rebranding instated. process.

Also at Monday’s meeting, council LLBA executive director Stephanie watcher Kerry Morris presented a petiClarke told The Outlook last week tion of his own. The former Lonsdalethey have been in meetings with the area business owner put up $1,000 of city’s waterfront development team. his own money to challenge the BIA Destination marketing guru Roger counter-petition.

Brooks, who the city has retained to “I watched two people come in and lead the process, will be back before give a presentation on a forced tax that council on Feb. 3 to present a waterfront showed no support from those busivision.

“It’s pretty exciting and it’s pretty significant,” said Clarke.

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factor in the decision is the proposed BIA budget. That $385,000, which would fund area improvements and shared marketing strategies, would be raised through a commercial property levy.

“And some of the things that might be attached to this waterfront revitalization package, some of the things that are contained in that, might be already addressed so we won’t need to put it in our budget,” said Clarke. “So, it’s kind of premature for us to launch the budget without knowing what they [the city] are going to be paying for because there could be overlaps.”

This is the LLBA’s second attempt at trying to bring the first BIA to the North Shore, following a failed campaign in 2010, when 49 per cent of Lower Lonsdale property owners dissented.

Two weeks ago, The Outlook asked Pete Turcotte, owner of Lower Lonsdale mainstay Big Pete’s Comics & Collectibles, if he was in favour of a BIA. He said, based on what he’s seen of the proposal, he’s not convinced. He figures his $600 BIA contribution will fund improvements south of Esplanade Avenue on the waterfront.

“I don’t think it’s fair,” said Turcotte.

Clarke spoke to the suggestion the funds would be funneled to one area.

She explained the BIA constituency base would have representatives or block captains from all corners of its boundaries.

“So you can’t have all your funding in one particular area,” said Clarke. “It has

to be equitable.”

Clarke is concerned some of the information getting out into the Lower Lonsdale business community is not completely accurate.

She said the LLBA looks forward to hearing more BIA commentary and invites area stakeholders to attend future outreach meetings.

“Now it’s getting down to the final wire for them, and that kind of suggestion basically says: ‘You haven’t come and learned about what’s possible,’” said Clarke. “In the experience of Roger Brooks, who’s worked with over thousand communities across North America, he will say that within 24 months of starting a BIA, retail sales double.”

Morris doesn’t disagree. “There have been some positive stats on BIAs, I can’t argue that,” said Morris. “I would point out the City of North Van’s taxation rate to the businesses is extreme.”

Menchie’s frozen yogurt franchise owner Terry Shein is on board with the BIA proposal. In October he told The Outlook he was inspired by the work being accomplished by other BIAs and says Lower Lonsdale can stand to benefit from such an organization.

“The neighbourhoods that have them, I think they do very, very well,” he said.

“I think where you can laser beamaccurate get your message across to the civic government is through a business improvement association that speaks with one voice.”

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Honouring Tim Jones, North Shore Rescue Leader The City is mourning the loss of Tim Jones, North Shore Rescue leader who passed away suddenly last Sunday. Tim Jones, who was awarded the Order of BC in 2011, led more than 1,400 search and rescue operations and helped save countless lives. Tim was renowned for his passion, dedication and devotion to search and rescue on the North Shore, as well as ensuring our community has a world-class search and rescue operation. We extend condolences to Tim's family and the North Shore Rescue team. A condolence book is at City Hall and details about this Saturday's Celebration of Life will be online at www.cnv.org. A Tim Jones Memorial Fund has been set up at www.northshorerescue.com

New Garbage Collection Schedule Underway Garbage collection service is now every other week, while Blue Box recycling, GreenCan, including food scraps and yard trimmings continue to be collected weekly. Garbage limits remain at two 77-litre cans per collection and extra garbage tags are still available at City Hall.

There is no restriction on the number of GreenCans collected each week. Details and online copies of the calendar are at www.cnv.org/Collection, or you can pick up a calendar at City Hall.

CityShaping – Draft OCP and Density Bonus Policy Open House Join us at these public information and input sessions: Draft OCP and Density Bonus Policy Open House January 20th to 31st (8:30am - 5pm), City Hall Atrium Presentations: Wednesday, January 22nd, 2pm Thursday, January 23rd, 7pm Tuesday, January 28th, 7pm Thursday, January 30th, 4pm For more details and the Draft OCP go to www.cnv.org/CityShaping

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Presentation of Draft Central Waterfront Area Vision In September, the City launched a visioning and branding exercise led by destination experts Roger Brooks International, focussed on the Central Waterfront Area. Following their research and study, which included public input through a successful survey, RBI has developed a vision for the waterfront area and will present the draft proposal for Council's consideration. More details at www.cnv.org/CentralWaterfrontVision Council Workshop Where: City Hall, Council Chamber When: Monday, February 3rd, 6pm

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When he arrived in the 1980s he was immedi- was born there and all three attended an international school in the city. ately confronted by the high levels of poverty.

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ou know when people say they remember where who carried multiple two-way radios. He seemed important. I wouldn’t learn just they were or what they were doing when an how invaluable he was until years later icon died? when I became a reporter for The Outlook.

The death of Tim Jones shook me the same way.

But back to the mountain, and my first Part of me regrets checking social media so late impression of this great man. In an emerthat evening. My innate journalistic nature would be gency rescue situation, the NSR leader was a curse, in this case.

While watching TV on Sunday evening, I mindlessly always swiftly expedited up the hill. So there were a handful of occasions when we opened up Facebook and caught the breaking news would travel in the Skyride alone together. headline. I read it twice to make sure.

I would stand on my conductor platform My heart sank. My first thought was what a cruel and he would stare intently twist of irony, given the countless at the Grouse Grind, as if lives Tim has helped save over the he had the power to see years. through the trees. Each I then thought about his ‘other time we met, he barely family’, fellow North Shore Rescue spoke two words to me. members, trying in vain to save Tim Jones pictured in front of North Shore Rescue’s mobile Being a teenager, I was their leader as he lay on that frigid aria pitale eiSk command centre in 2008. Outlook file photo offended. But now, as seamountain trail. He was invincible, he soned adult, I see that he wasn’t supposed to die. mspitale@northshoreoutlook.com was in rescue mode. And I didn’t get to sleep until well after a piece of himself in two young NSR members and he was focused.

2 a.m. In fact, I penned most of this appointed them to help carry on his legacy.

Tim was unequivocally intense. He was always opticolumn into the wee hours of the morning. The next We also learned he was a family man. Tim’s son mistic, but he was also realistic. If someone had been day’s busy schedule seemed irrelevant.

Curtis said he was the best father any son or daughmissing for awhile in inclement weather, Tim would I starting recalling recent conversations with Tim. ter could ask for. tell you: “It’s the worst case scenario for survival.”

How on one occasion just before Christmas he proThe collective outpouring of grief has been palOften, he was the first shoulder that family memfusely apologized for not returning my call right away pable following Tim’s death. From fellow emergency bers would cry on. And he always kept in contact, on a story. It was uncharacteristic of him. He was responders to politicians to everyday people, the comregardless of the rescue outcome. The amount of lives always quick to get the message out that safety came munity continues to share in the grief.

Tim touched is immeasurable. first in the mountains.

On Saturday a public memorial is being held for This week, I learned how many years ago Tim saved Tim. I plan to be there. And I’m certain Centennial I first met Tim on Grouse Mountain in the summer an 18-year-old from certain death on Mount Seymour. of 1998. I was a 17-year-old putting myself though Theatre and its colossal parking lot won’t be large That man is now a neuroscientist and a father. You journalism school while working as a Skyride operaenough to contain the gratitude. can’t measure the impact Tim had on this man’s life. tor. mspitale@northshoreoutlook.com Apart from saving lives, Tim was mentor. He saw Tim was the sturdy man in the bright red jacket

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They found a home in the quaint seaside town of Sechelt that, along with the pastoral setting, offers all the conveniences and amenities — including one daily staple that he craved while living in Malawi, good coffee. “Malawi is producing coffee but not on the international level yet,” he says.

But lately, he hasn’t had a lot of time for chatting with the baristas in his new community — he’s too busy commuting by ferry to West Van. Not long after moving to Sechelt he got a call from the West Van Presbyterian Church wondering if he’d be interested in participating in a visioning process for the church. Shortly after, the church’s minister position became vacant. Inglis was happy to step in, but says he’s not seeking a permanent role — “not at my age” — but he’s willing to stay on as long as it takes to find the right full-time minister.

For now Inglis — described by one church elder as a minister with grace and a sense of humour, sometimes uses humorous analogies involving sports and politics — is just enjoying delivering Sunday sermons and getting to know his new congregation. “[They are] lovely, warm people,” he says.

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A leader fallen, but not forgotten Two young men he mentored, and another who’s life he saved, mourn the sudden passing of North Shore Rescue leader Tim Jones and reflect on his large legacy

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LASTIng LEgACY - North Shore Rescue leader Tim Jones pictured in January 2013 inside the new NSR operations centre that he played a pivotal role in getting built. Outlook file photo

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Moments before, gathered members a common love of hiking and the he outpouring of grief on the “He would be proud of all involved,” of NSR collectively looked skyward outdoors. As for Jones’ legacy as NSR North Shore was palpable and said Curtis, who then stepped back at a helicopter flying overhead and leader, the mayor was effusive with the reach of his life’s work from the spotlight and was immediateperhaps reflected on a past aerial his praise. quickly became known in the hours ly embraced by his NSR family. reconnaissance mission with their “He has made North Shore Rescue after Tim Jones’ sudden death Sunday now-fallen leader. probably one of the most talented, evening on Mount Seymour.

Curtis then spoke, saying how he Thousands of people from across the skilled teams in all of the world,” said Mussatto. “So he has a legacy of giving and his dad had worked in tandem as hillip Gander didn’t witness Jones area and beyond took to social media part of NSR for over 10 years. back and caring for others, I think rescuing him on a frigid February to share in the grief, and to recount “Together we have worked on the that’s his biggest legacy.” evening from a narrow ledge protrudstories of how the 57-year-old North helicopter long line and together we Mussatto also characterized Jones ing from a steep, jagged rock face on Shore Rescue leader touched their Mount Seymour in 1996. lives.

The then 18-year-old On Monday the flags at all Venturer scout had slipped three municipal halls flew at while hiking up one of half-mast. Inside North Van the mountain peaks and City hall, a book of condolencplunged 500 feet down es rested on a table below a the icy slope. Gander was framed photo of a smiling Jones. fortunate he fell face first, An undoubtedly broken up because that’s what preMayor Darrell Mussatto spoke vented him from dropping to The Outlook about the passfurther down to an almost ing of his friend. certain death.

“Well, I’ve known Tim for He was long unconscious over 30 years,” said Mussatto when Jones and another shakily. “I’ve known him for so NSR member rappelled long I can’t remember our first down in pitch-black darkmeeting.” ness from the helicopter to A paramedic currently on reach him on that perilleave, the mayor credits Jones A COMMunITY MOuRnS - CNV Mayor Darrell Mussatto knew Tim Jones for over 30 years. ‘...he has a ous perch. Jones quickly with helping him get on with legacy of giving back and caring for others, I think that’s his biggest legacy,’ says the mayor. Rob Newell photo proceeded to do a blind the B.C. Ambulance Service. intubation to secure GanThey had both studied the der’s airway and breath same fields in university — have been there for many other people for him. as being a family man. kinesiology and geography. in their time of need,” said Curtis.

After the lengthy rescue operation “His family is very important to “And one of my professors said, ‘You “Tim was an amazing boss, mentor, was over, Gander was flown to the him, and this is just a huge devasshould meet this guy Tim Jones,’” colleague, husband and friend — but, hospital where he spent 16 days in tating loss to Lindsay (Jones’ wife), recalled Mussatto. most importantly, he is the best father an induced coma to relieve his brain Taylor and Curtis (Jones’ children),” Jones took Mussatto under his wing any son or daughter could ask for. He swelling. After three months of rehasaid Mussatto. and brought him along for ambulance will be sorely missed by our family bilitation, Gander had made a marked Curtis, on Monday evening, sumride-alongs. He would later serve as and those he has touched over the improvement in his recovery.

Mussatto’s first instructor in the para- moned the courage to speak publicly Speaking to The Outlook Tuesday about the passing of his dad. Standing years.” medic academy.

Curtis concluded by thanking the from the University of Iowa’s neuoutside NSR headquarters on Bewicke “He was very dedicated,” said MusB.C. Ambulance Service, Lions Gate rosurgery department, Gander, who Avenue, Curtis, wearing the recogsatto. “And he’s a very caring guy. He Hospital staff, Mount Seymour ski patoday holds a PhD in neuroscience, nizable NSR red jacket, took a few would do things for others.” trol, the RCMP and the many others talked about the man who changed audible deep breaths before reading a Outside of their professional interwho “took all the stops out to save our the trajectory of his life. prepared statement. actions, they were friends who shared

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“It is difficult to express in words how important Tim was to me, in terms of my rescue and survival, but also as a friend after my hospital recovery,” said Gander. “I definitely owe him who I am now, in terms of the success story that I have been able to have.”

Surviving that accident inspired Gander to do research in the field of brain injuries. He has seen other milestones as well, including the birth of his first child in February 2012.

Gander returned to Mount Seymour seven years ago. Jones was the one to personally take him to the spot where he fell.

“I mean it was terrifying being able to see the actual location,” recalled Gander. “It was so steep and it was crazy dangerous in terms of where I was. The danger that they [NSR] put themselves in was apparent.”

Rosemary Gander had remained in contact with Jones in the years after her son’s rescue. Every year she sends the non-profit NSR organization a donation, as a small token of her appreciation.

A year after the accident, at Jones’ request, Rosemary was the guest speaker at a NSR fundraising event in West Van that brought in $24,000.

And when the province temporarily suspended long-line rescues in 2012, Rosemary wrote letters to the government, telling officials about the equipment’s invaluable worth.

On her bedroom wall is a photo of the NSR team including Jones, and a simple phrase that sums up her sentiment: “We have angels among us and mine wear hiking boots.”

When Rosemary heard the news on Monday she kept telling herself it wasn’t possible because she had just seen Jones a week ago on TV. She struggles to put into words the impact he had on her family.

“I owe him my child’s life,” said Rosemary. “[There’s] not a day that doesn’t go by that I don’t think of that. I think he’s irreplaceable — as a human being and a search and rescue technician.”

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ones had been methodical with his long-term NSR sustainability strategy put into place years ago.

He hand-picked team veterans Jeff Yarnold and Mike Danks to train with him as helicopter rescue coordinators, as part of a succession plan. The long-line rescue was co-pioneered by Jones shortly after he joined NSR full-time in the ‘90s.

On Tuesday, Yarnold reflected on being chosen to helm such high-intensity rescue operations.

“Maybe he saw something in us that resembled himself,” said Yarnold. “He truly believed we could be leaders.”

Jones set the bar high, in terms of expectations, because when a life is hanging in the balance there is no room for error.

Yarnold deployed with Jones on many missions in the mountains.

He recalled the harrowing rescue of a severely injured snowshoer trapped in a gully at Theta Lake on Mount Seymour. Avalanches were coming down all around the first ground rescue team, as they trekked towards the victim.

There was no safe way out, so Yarnold, Jones and a few other NSR members were forced to hunker down in a makeshift shelter on the frigid mountain for three days.

“Just spending the time with Tim in there was pretty priceless,” said Yarnold.

But they didn’t shoot the breeze, surprisingly.

“Anytime that you have downtime like that, Tim would be talking about the rescue team,” explained Yarnold. “It was always a teaching moment.”

Still reeling from the loss of his mentor, Danks expressed his gratitude towards Jones.

“You know, it was an honour actually to be taken under Tim’s wing and for him to invest such a huge amount of time in me and believe in me,” said Danks.

He is now in the midst of helping to pull off a memorial in five days for the man who made an immeasurable mark on the community. Ironically, Danks is getting some help from Jones on this. It speaks to the penchant he had for preplanning.

Danks is referencing Jones’ master resource manual and a list of important numbers to track down people to invite to Saturday’s service.

“These are direct numbers that will get direct answers,” said Danks. “Everything with Tim was to deal with time-compressed calls.” continued, PAGE 15

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Recently installed Chor Leoni artistic director Erick Lichte has been hailed by The Washington Post for the “audacity” of his programming, which has graced such venues as the esteemed Kennedy Center and Library of Congress in the American capital.

Last year he took the helm of the acclaimed Vancouverbased Chor Leoni that is as rich with a cappella sound as it is with diversity.

The 65-member “Choir of Lions” is comprised of working professionals, ranging in age from 19 to 78, who give up their Wednesday evenings to warble everything from Les Miserables to Leonard Cohen. The paradoxical amateur choir performs internationally and has produced a collection of recordings.

And now that melodic wealth has spread to the North Shore. Mobilizing Young Men’s Voices (MYVoice), the education outreach arm of Chor Leoni, will be in full swing every Monday evening at Seycove secondary starting on Jan. 27. The free program is a unique opportunity for any young man aged 12 to 20 to experience singing in an allmale ensemble.

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Longtime Seycove choral director Frank Lee has been chosen to helm North Shore MyVoice because of his reputation in the choral community. Under his direction, the Seycove chamber choir was named “Youth Choir of the World” in 2007 at the International Choral Festival in Kathaumixw. In 2011 at the storied Carnegie Hall in New York was where the Seycove Chorale made their solo debut.

Lee, who already holds a music degree from the University of Victoria, is currently studying choral conducting at UBC. He is also a sought-after clinician across Canada and Washington State.

Colin Madill is a 17-year-old Seycove student who developed a love of music after joining his first choir in elementary school. “I feel like every time I am singing I can just sort of let loose, and I’m having fun no matter what,” says Madill.

He plans on joining MyVoice to boost his singing ability before starting the jazz program at Cap University this fall. With Lee as his MyVoice instructor, Madill knows the lessons will be invaluable.

“I think it’s the fact that he has such a good relationship with all of his students,” says Madill. “He can relate to you because he is also attending school.”

The North Shore MyVoice program culminates in a joint concert with two other youth choirs based in Burnaby and Vancouver and Chor Leoni on May 3 in Vancouver. Those interested in joining the ensemble can register online at chorleoni.org/myvoice.

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Acclaimed photographer Gary Fiegehen hopes these images will provide a door for the viewer’s imagination. The large black-and-whites in Sticks & Stones at the Silk Purse celebrate the beauty and coherence found in the natural world.

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hile this year’s edition of the Vancouver International Wine Festival doesn’t start until Feb. 24, I’m sharing my recommendations of can’t miss events sooner than later since, at press time, more than half of the tastings, seminars and dinners have sold out. I’m sure a big chunk of this year’s popularity is due to France being the theme country and sparkling wine holding court as the general winestyle focus. In saying this, you’ll definitely want to hit the International Festival Tasting Room at least once during the Thursday, Friday or Saturday editions and enjoy the opportunity to sip 780 wines from 178 wineries and 14 countries. All the information’s over at VanWineFest.ca, including tickets for these three kurtis@kurtiskolt.com events I’m heartily advising you nab sooner than later.

It’s a new year and Outlook wine columnist Kurtis Kolt is hunting the aisles of North Van’s Loblaw’s City Market in search of the perfect pairings to go along with his weekly wine picks.

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While this week’s column gave you an advance tour of the best of the Vancouver International Wine Festival, I ensured to recommend wines that are available around town as well. As much as it’s a treat to try festival-only exclusives when you’re sipping and swirling the last week of February, and you should, it’s always a bit of a tease.

France Bubbly Party | Tuesday, Feb. 25 | Ginger 6 9-11 p.m. | $65 I love casual, nighttime stand-up events – there’s just something so cosmopolitan about them. Besides the fun DJ and lounge atmosphere, there’s a raw bar for snacking and a host of sparkling wines and Champagnes from the likes of Pierre Sparr, Lanson and H. Blin. Who said being civilized couldn’t be fun?

SIP THIS: Zinck Crémant d’Alsace Brut ($23.99, BC Liquor Stores) is a tremendous value that you can keep top-of-mind all year long.

Fresh, crunchy apples with lemon and sea-spray for under 25 bucks makes it a bargain.

One of this week’s wines, the Zinck Crémant d’Alsace Brut, is a perennial favourite because you’re getting a Champagne-style sparkling for the price of a round of lattes. With the pricepoint so low, there’s no need to think of it as a special occasion wine. Something as simple as Hickory Smoked Cheddar Quinn Popcorn will complement the wine quite nicely, providing a flavourful, salty match for the juicy, citrusy bubble.

There’s nothing to say that sparkling wine has to start out your evening, either. Save it for dessert and serve it alongside something like the President’s Choice Caramel Apple New York Style Cheesecake; those bubbles will provide a nice contrast to the dessert’s richness while an abundance of apples permeates both sides of the equation.

The Heart of Burgundy | Wednesday, Feb. 26 | Coast Restaurant | 6:30 p.m. | $155 What a great opportunity to feast on chef Pedro Gonzalez’s local fare while tucking into many a bottle of Burgundy from world-famous vineyards. Find out why most wine geeks go to the storied region when they’re asked for their all-time favourite wines.

SIP THIS: Latour Corton 2010 Charlemagne Grand Cru ($200-250, various vintages, BC Liquor/Private Stores) comes from stony, limestone soil and is the poster child for pitch-perfect elegant oak treatment in a stunning vintage.

Okay, maybe you’re not dropping a couple hundred bucks on Latour Corton 2010 Charlemagne Grand Cru this week, but you opt to go the slightly oaked Chardonnay route anyway. If it’s one with good complexity and a hint of baking spices from French oak, cooking some President’s Choice ‘Free From’ Chicken Breasts in the Indian Life Coconut Cashew Cooking Sauce will elevate your wine to new heights. You can go Indian, as long as you don’t go too spicy; the nuttiness and richness of the sauce should be brightened by Chardonnay’s bright fruit.

Mediterranean Mingler | Saturday, March 1 | VCC West, Level 3 | Noon – 2 p.m. | $80 With a backdrop of the North Shore Mountains and plenty of snacking to be had during this grazing lunch, it’s no wonder it increases in popularity each year. A completely different atmosphere from the sometimes-frenetic International Tasting Room, there’s a much more leisurely pace at this event where you’ll have the chance to chat with winery principals from some of the biggest names in the south of France, like Paul Mas, Gerard Bertrand, Chapoutier and more.

SIP THIS: There’s fresh and lively Southern French expression to be found in a bottle of Chapoutier Bila-Haut Cotes-du-Roussillon ($15.99, BC Liquor Stores), which blends Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault, keeping things full of purple fruit and herbs at a chipper 13 per cent alcohol.

Finally, if you’re looking to go simple with the Chapoutier Bila-Haut Cotesdu-Roussillon, that Blue Menu Cauliflower-Topped Shepherd’s Pie will warm you up and make any winter’s night a little more cozy.

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Social media tributes to Tim Jones Jones pictured in 2007 at the old NSR command centre.Outlook file photo

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At the time of his passing, Jones had some complex modernization projects on the go – including the digitalization of the radio system and integration of live tracking technology.

On top of that, and overseeing the dayto-day operations, Jones managed to lay down the framework for a $6-million NSR legacy fund last year. The plan was to set aside capital, which, over time, would generate interest and keep NSR afloat for many years to come.

“It’s almost become a half-a-million-dollar operation,” NSR treasurer Ron Royston told The Outlook of the organization’s annual expenses. “We rely heavily on public donations. Some years that’s almost half of our funding.”

In 2015, as it celebrates its 50th anniversary, NSR will move forward with Jones’ fundraising campaign.

It was just last spring that Jones saw perhaps his greatest accomplishment come to pass: The opening of the NSR embassy on Bewicke. The team thanked him in a rather unorthodox way.

Days after the rescue base was up and running, Jones, sitting at a restaurant with some NSR members, gets a call from one of the North Van fire chiefs who tells him the embassy is on fire.

“And Tim went berserk,” recalls Yarnold.

Jones pulled up to a scene and saw a fire truck with flashing lights and one of the guys grabbing an axe for added effect.

About a 100 grateful people had congregated inside the rescue base, ready to surprise Jones when he walked through the door. They were sending him and his wife to England, with the help of the reality TV show Operation: Vacation, which rewards hard-working, community-minded citizens who have never really had a break.

Danks and Yarnold both stress that Jones mentored not just them, but the entire NSR team. He has prepared them well, and they

are ready to go.

“Well, I tell you, Tim has done so much for us that we like to think that nothing is going to change,” said Yarnold. “There’s not one person driving this anymore. It’s almost as if he planned this.”

There will be a public celebration of Jones’ life at noon this Saturday, Jan. 25 at Centennial Theatre, preceded by an honour guard procession on Lonsdale Avenue.

“This is our chance to give back to Tim,” said Danks.

A few legacy campaigns have been set up in Jones’ name. The Justice Institute of B.C., where Jones trained to become a paramedic, has created the Tim Jones Memorial Award Fund: support.jibc.ca/timjones. Meanwhile, an NSR legacy fund has been started on the crowdfunding site FundRazr: fundrazr.com/ campaigns/3gPPf.

Mountain Mentorship - Tim Jones with some of the NSR volunteers he helped mentor.

Above: Jones conducts a massive training exercise at Cypress Mountain last year.

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“Magic,” “Dinosaur,” and “Batman” for example — and sells them online.

The dinosaur goody bag, for instance, has a tiny fossil embedded in clay that needs to be carefully dug out, a small triceratops that grows in water and a viewfinder with scenes from millions of years ago.

“I’ve seen a lot of goody bags and I wanted to make something different. Not just candy, but something kids can play with their family and friends,” says 23-year-old Chu, who has worked as a party hostess at the West Vancouver Rec Centre and Park Royal mall.

She’s a firm believer that kids can have fun by using their imagination with simple well-designed

toys as opposed to battery operated gadgets and video games.

To stay competitive, her goody-bags are priced between $5 and $8 on her website, goodygoodybags. com, and she will deliver them for free on the North Shore and downtown Vancouver.

“I have some specifically for boys and girls, but others are unisex like the magic-themed one,” says Chu, sorting through a bunch of tiny toys on a table.

“I have a sister who is a lot younger than me and I see which toys she likes. I have to make excuses so I can play with them myself.”

One of her favourite toys is an aquarium with three miniature fish inside that grow when water is added.

Chu also sells board games that often aren’t easy to

find.

“Most of them have won parent choice awards,” she says, holding the box for Pengaloo, a memory game where youngsters go on an “eggs-pedition” by rolling dice and lifting up penguins to find hidden matching eggs. It’s won the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio best toy award and ranked in Dr. Toy’s 10 best games.

Launched in November, parents from the Lower Mainland have opted to order Chu’s goody-bags online.

“I’ve even had someone from Ohio purchase a game,” she says proudly, with a laugh.

“A lot of toys, especially goody bag toys, are to play with alone. But mine are all about interacting with friends and family.”

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The 35-year-old says he is especially proud to pilot the Canadian-themed, 1500-horsepower truck, with its 66-inch wheels. Northern Nightmare is covered with red maple leaves on a black background and sports a Canadian flag.

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Ford F-150: Any new F-150 is a huge deal for Ford as it is the number-one selling truck in Canada for the past 48 years and the best-selling vehicle overall. The big news is that the all-new F-150 is now constructed using lighter high-tensile Zack Spencer PLEASE READ THE FINE PRINT: Offers valid until January 31, 2014. See toyota.ca for complete details on all cash back offers. In the event of any discrepancy or inconsistency between Toyota prices, rates and/or other information contained on toyotabc.ca and that contained on toyota.ca, the latter shall prevail. Errors and omissions excepted. 2014 Corolla CE 6M Manual BURCEM-A MSRP is $17,540 and includes $1,545 freight and pre-delivery inspection, tire levy, battery levy and air conditioning federal excise tax. *Lease example: 2014 Corolla CE 6M with a vehicle price of $16,440 (includes $1,100 Toyota Canada Lease Assist, which is deducted from the negotiated selling price after taxes, and $1,545 freight/PDI) leased at 2.9% over 60 months with $0 down payment equals 120 semi-monthly payments of $89 with a total lease obligation of $10,680.

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There will be four engines available from a base 3.5L V6 to a 5.0L V8 and two Ecoboost engines, a 2.7L and 3.5L V6. Ford did not have specific fuel economy numbers but there will be a significant improvement over the existing truck.

Other improvements include an improved tailgate stepladder that folds away easier and power locking and folding tailgate. The New 2015 F-150 will be available later this year.

Corvette Z06: The performance Corvette Z06 got its name back in the 1960s when customers could order a high performance “Z06” package that delivered a track-ready Corvette. Today Chevrolet is still delivering track-ready Corvettes, now they come with the Z06 name. The all-new 7th generation Corvette Stingray was unveiled last year in Detroit and it won the North American Car of the Year award, exactly a year after it debuted. This year it was all about Z06, featuring a 625hp all-new supercharged engine with an all-new eight-speed automatic transmission and for the first time the roof panel is removable for open-air driving. Using the same all-aluminum platform as the regular Stingray, this new car is lower, with bigger tires and brakes, more cooling inlets and in initial testing, is the fastest Corvette Chevrolet has ever made. The Z06 will be available in the early part of 2015.

Porsche 911 Targa: One car that pulled big crowds was the new Porsche 911 Targa. We all know what a Porsche 911 looks like; they have been modifying the same basic shape for over 50 years. What this new Targa has is a retractable roof system that will stop traffic. At the push of a button the whole rear of the car releases and the centre convertible roof is stored underneath, then the rear section is again attached. The back panel incorporates a wrap around rear window, making a distinctive statement while keeping the overall design of the car intact. Previous Targa models had either a removable centre panel of a glorified, oversized sunroof, this new model is the best of both. Starting at $115,900, all Targa models will come with AWD and will arrive this spring.

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Watch out, he’s got a hot ‘Temper’ After four years at Thomas Haas Chocolates, chocolatier Steven Hodge is setting out on his own in Dundarave

went to Irwin Park elementary a block from the café.

Inspired by London’s culinary scene, Hodge wants Temper, located at 2409 Marine Dr., to be a community hub in Dundarave.

MICHAELA GARSTIN “I looked to open at Main and Cambie but S tA f f R E p o Rt E R I want to get back to my community. This is t’s not easy for Steven Hodge to sit still — ever. where I’m from,” he says. “In London you get This chocolatier is a bundle of interminable everything close to where you live — there’s energy as he prepares for the grand opening of the pub, the butcher, etc., all close by.”

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He sources his meat from Sebastian & Co. With years of experience behind him, including four Fine Organic Meats in the same block. years at Thomas Haas Chocolates in North Van, he’s “I ran out of salami and just walked next door.” chocolATE ART - Temper Chocolate + Pastry owner Steven now making his own signature chocolates on site in Food has always been on Hodge’s mind Hodge makes his own signature chocolates on site, including a the café’s brand new kitchen. despite first pursing a career suitable for a bite-sized “Habanero and Honey” creation. Michaela Garstin photo “The name ‘Temper’ was always in the back of my bachelor of arts. head. It’s a play on words — chocolate is tempered After playing football at Whittier College in moved back to Canada to work at Thomas Haas and chefs are known to have bad tempers,” he laughs California, he took an ill-fated job as a discount broChocolates for four years before setting out on his as ingredients are prepared for his latest batch. ker. “I quit the first day,” he fondly recalls. own.

Behind him bite-sized chocolates are arranged in Initially afraid to tell his father but supported by his Despite his new independence, Hodge says there are tidy rows inside a display case. mother who once owned a bakery in Dundarave, Hodge no ill feelings between Thomas and himself. Flowers Hodge’s signature “Habanero and Honey” is inspired enrolled in culinary school in Pasadena at age 21. from his previous employer sit by the till. “Competition by a hot sauce competition in California and “Charlie Once he became a trained chef he moved to London is a good thing. It draws people to an area.”

Bites” are named after his nine-month-old daughter. with his wife Laura to work in restaurants, including And plus, Thomas Haas Chocolates is tucked in the “My motto is to do it all at once. You can sleep when Gordon Ramsey’s Royal Hospital Road.

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www.northshoreoutlook.com EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

HELP WANTED

FLAG PERSONS & LANE TECH PERSONNEL NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

WE WILL TRAIN!

COMPETITIVE RATES

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 7

OBITUARIES

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

A Great Janitorial Franchise Opportunity

• Annual Starting Revenue of $12,000 - $120,000 • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Professional Training Provided • Financing Available • Ongoing Support • Low Down Payment required A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Office Cleaning.

Coverall of BC 604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES BC Cancer Foundation Legacies accepted. 604.877.6040 or visit: bccancerfoundation.com

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS 21

COMING EVENTS

Quality Assurance Course for Health Canada’s COMMERCIAL MARIJUANA PROGRAM. February 22 & 23 Best Western Hotel, Kelowna, BC. Tickets: www.greenlineacademy.com or 1-855-860-8611 or 250-870-1882.

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LEARN FROM HOME. EARN FROM HOME. Huge is a demand for Medical Transcriptionists. Start your online learning today with CanScribe Career College. www.canscribe.com 1.800.466.1535 info@canscribe.com.

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EDUCATION

INFORMATION ADVERTISE in the LARGEST OUTDOOR PUBLICATION IN BC The 2014-2016 BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis

The most effective way to reach an incredible number of BC Sportsmen & women.

Two year edition- terrific presence for your business.

Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 email: fish@blackpress.ca

BRIGHTON COLLEGE - Train to be a Health Care Aide in 26 weeks. 604.901.5120

NORTHERN VANCOUVER island scaling company is seeking Coastal Log Scalers for camp/local positions. KLM Inventory Ltd. is based out of Port McNeill, BC. KLM will accept candidates who have just recently acquired their scaling license; the company will provide training. Competitive wages, plus full benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email qsg@telus.net. If you require any additional information please call Jamie MacGregor at 250-230-0025.

PINHEADS Bowling on Silver Star Mountain is looking for a mechanically minded individual to work with us during the winter season as well as June and July. This is a part time position with great pay and benefits, training provided. This could be a great job for a retired mechanic or trades person, or a younger person who wants to live and work in a vibrant ski resort. This position is available immediately. Please email Heather at info@pinheadsbowling.ca THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: •Heavy Duty Mechanics •Feller Buncher •Coastal Log Scalers •Grapple Yarder Operators •Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers •Processor Operators •Hand Buckers •Coastal Certified Hand Fallers Fulltime camp with union rates/benefits.

Please send resumes by fax to 250956-4888 or email to: office@lemare.ca

FINANCIAL SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanic Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry

BRIGHTON COLLEGE - Train to be a Health Care Aide in 26 weeks. 604.901.5120

SOMEWHERE WARM...

Unique Vacation Club Worldwide Resorts One-time fee No levies ~ No booking fee.

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training.

Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board!

Funding options.

SIGN UP ONLINE! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853 TRAIN TO BE AN Apartment/Condominium Manager ONLINE! Graduates get access to all jobs posted with us. 33 years of success!

Government certified. www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456.

Hotweeks: (7 nights) for less than $390

www.UniqueVacationClub.info

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Anti-Aging Business Goldmine! #1 Baby Boomer Market in U.S. Prime Turn-key locations available. $12K (min. Invest) = 50K+ Yearly!

Call today: 888-900-8276 24/7

PETS 477 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

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

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

Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000 Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

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LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 257

DRYWALL

WHITE WALL DRYWALL INC. SteelStud*Boarding*Taping*Texture Free Estimates. 604-936-9601.

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ESTHETICIANS

F/T ESTHETICIAN. Pinetree Acupuncture, 103A - 175 E 3rd St, N. Vancouver, V7L 1E5, pinetreeau@outlook.com, $13-$18/hr, 37.5hr/wk.

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HELP WANTED

JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS Fort McMurray & Leduc Alberta Gladiator Equipment Ltd. has immediate positions for Journeyman Heavy Duty, off road Certified Mechanics for work in Fort McMurray and Leduc, Alberta. Excellent wages and benefits. www.gladiatorequipment.com fax 1-780-986-7051. hr@gladiatorequipment.com

PLUMBING

#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. LOCAL Plumber. Plugged drains, renos etc. Chad 1-877-861-2423

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service

ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

BAJ EXCAVATING DEMO, Sewer, storm, drainage, remove concrete & blacktop, old house drainage.

Call 604-779-7816.

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

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 Ray Johnson Plumbing, Heating, Gas & HVAC. Serving North Shore Since 1940. 24/7. 604-988-4121

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

EXCITING NEW CANADIAN BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Available in your area! Min inv req’d. For more info, call 866-945-6409 GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year.

All Cash-Retire in Just 3 Years.

Protected Territories. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629.

Website WWW.TCVEND.COM. FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

LABRADINGER (Lab/Springer X) pups, ready to go now, $500. Med size dogs. Call/text (604)845-3972 MINI DACHSHUND PUPPIES, born Dec 11th. M&F. unique smooth coat silver dapple and black & tan piebald. Raised by 12 yr old girl in 4H dog obediance. Well socialized. 1st shots & dewormed. $800/ea (will go toward education fund) Call: 604820-4827 (Mission).

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

Pitt Bull Puppies, $500. Born Nov.17, first shots, dewormed, vet checked, 604.763.3125

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MOON CONSTRUCTION BUILDING SERVICES

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2007 MERCEDES. A luxury car like no other. This fully loaded Mercedes S550 4-Matic S class.

Premium and comfort package includes - navigation, voice command, heated and cooled seats, power rear shades and blinds, premium sound system, panoramic roofs both front and rear.

Absolutely has it all. Very clean inside and out. No accidents.

150,000 km. Asking $26,900 obo.

Contact me via email for further information at:

MISC. FOR SALE

jsarowa@shaw.ca or 604-897-1546

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

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

All your carpentry needs & handyman requirements.

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

604-218-3064

Renovate Now 604-451-0229

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200 The Scrapper

REAL ESTATE Save-On Roofing - Specializing in New Roofs, Re-Roofs & Repairs. 778-892-1266

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

604-240-5362. info@glroofing.ca

Always Done Right With Integrity.

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

bradsjunkremoval.com

Complete Dry-wall & Renovation services. Textured ceiling specialist.

Phone Steve (604)613-4861

Hauling Anything..

But Dead Bodies!!

20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !

MOVING & STORAGE

604.220.JUNK(5865)

ABBA MOVERS & DEL Res/comm 1-4 ton truck, 1 man $35/hr, 2 men from $45. Honest, bsmt clean up.

25yrs Exp. 24hrs/7days 604-506-7576

Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988

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639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES Difficulty Making Payments?

No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing?

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

RENTALS

Short Term or Long term

Brad’s Bin Service 604.220.5865

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates.

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

HOMES FOR RENT

SOUTH SURREY

BROTHERS MOVING & DELIVERY

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

MARINE

• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

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Local & long distance Movers

FOR SALE BY OWNER

LADYSMITH HANDYMAN Special. 3bdrms up, 1bdrm suite down. Owner carries $1200 month (250)753-0160.

www.MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca Your trusted choice for residential moving services. (778)378-6683

Call 604-720-0931

Marine Technician

autocredit 911

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

DISCONNECTED PHONE? National Teleconnect Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available.

Call National Teleconnect Today!

1-866-443-4408. www.nationalteleconnect.com.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

• Additions • Renovations • New Construction

CHIHUAHUA’S - Registered, micro-chipped, cert. of pedigree, health records, shots & dewormed, paper trained, $795. charlesfoyers@gmail.com

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER/Window Cleaning, Power Washing, 30 yrs exp., For Prompt Service Call Simon 604-230-0627

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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

Yorkshire Terrier, 3/mo old female Shots & dewormed. Vet checked Black & tan. $800. 604-828-2806

www.brothersmoving.com

Primary duties include maint. troubleshooting & repair of diesel & gas marine engines.

Knowledgeable in vessel electrical systems.

Must have own tools and a valid drivers license.

Compensation Based On Experience.

Please forward resume to vancouveroutboard@ telus.net

PETS

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

PAVING/SEAL COATING

ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304

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Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or fax 604.599.5250

CENTURY PLAZA HOTEL Best Rates. 1.800.663.1818 century-plaza.com

604-787-5915/604-291-7778

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

BENEFIT PACKAGE!

HERITAGE HOME/RESTORATION PAINTER. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 yrs exp. & secondary school completion. Requirements and duties: provide color consultations to match home’s historical colors, safe led paint removal and remediation, asbestos safety. $17/hr/, FT. Please email Cristian at a.t.westsideprojects@gmail.com

AUTO FINANCING

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca

www.paintspecial.com

leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position. Req. immediately.

Centre for Arts & Technology www.digitalartschool.com 1.866.860.2787

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removal done RIGHT!

Specializing in • Concrete • Forming • Framing • Siding

TRAVEL

TREE SERVICES

• Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates

.Can-Pro Paint & Drywall. 3 rooms $250. Over 25 yrs of quality service. Insured/Free Est. 604-7717052

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SALES

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TRANSPORTATION

TREE & STUMP

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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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

AFFORDABLE INT/EXT Painting.

30 yrs exp. Refs. Free est. Keith 604-433-2279 or 604-777-1223.

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.

Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774

ASETY Holdings Inc. o/a MicaBella in Tsawwassen & Lonsdale(N.Van) Req’s F/T Mineral Make-Up sales rep’s $13Hr & F/T supervisor with 1 to 2 Yr’s Exp. $17Hr. Email: asety3@gmail.com

TIMESHARE

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

There is a CRITICAL need for Medical Transcriptionists across Canada.

Work from Home.

CanScribe graduates welcome and encouraged to apply. Apply through MTR at www.hds-mt.com/jobs

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CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO Risk Program STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today.

100% Money Back Guarantee.

FREE Consultation. Call Us NOW. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248

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Please E-mail Resume: grasdald@telus.net

SUSHI COOK, Genji Japanese Restaurant (North Vancouver). F/T, 1-3yrs exp. High School Grad. $1518/hr. Fax: 604-980-6886

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Must Have Valid TCP Certificate, Reliable Insured Vehicle And Provide A Clean Drivers Abstract!

PERSONAL SERVICES

Sold Your House?

Downsizing?

Renovating?

Just bring Your Clothes.

Fully Furnished & Equipped Like New Townhouse. Only 3 years old. Immaculate Deluxe, 2 bdrm. + Rec. Room/Office + 2 Full Bath T/House. Flr. to ceiling storage + storage rm. in garage.

6 s/s appli. d/w, w/d, Garburator.

Crown Mouldings, 9ft. ceilings, H/W laminate flooring and slate tile. Gas F/P & Alarm. 1 car garage parking. Covered patio lower & outdoor patio upper.

Amenities room incls. full gym, outdoor hot tub & pool. Walk to Morgan Heights shopping.

NO Smoking inside & NO Pets! $2299/month. Available March 1.

604.488.9161

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BOATS

ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 778-868-9342

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t-bone grilling steak

club size cut from Canada AA grade beef or higher 13.21/kg

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President’s Choice® whole chicken

Raspberries

fresh air chilled 5.49/kg

product of U.S.A or Mexico, no.1 grade 340 g, full pint

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1650 Lonsdale Ave (at 17th Street) North Vancouver Phone: 604-984-2226 LoblawsCityMarket FREE Wi-Fi Prices effective from Friday, January 24th to Thursday, January 30th, 2014 ®/TM the trademarks and logos displayed are trademarks of Loblaws Inc. All rights reserved. © 2013 Loblaws Inc.

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