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Hippie history Rossini’s takes a bow

School board shuts down ‘primary’ school house Dr. A.R. Lord parents displeased Naoibh O’Connor Staff writer

Linda Chow’s son will attend Dr. A.R. Lord at 555 Lillooet St.

photo Rebecca Blissett

A boarded-up building on the school grounds will greet students returning to Dr. A.R. Lord this September. Two facilities sit on the expansive property at 555 Lillooet St. near the PNE—a larger “intermediate” building that housed Grades 3 to 7 students last year, and a smaller “primary” building that served kindergarten to Grade 2 students, located at the southwest corner of the site. The district considers the primary building an “outbuilding.” It was shut down to save the cash-strapped district an estimated $42,820 despite a parent campaign to keep it open. All the doors and windows were boarded over with plywood last

week. Technically, it’s not a school closure since it’s regarded as an “outbuilding,” but many parents believe it should have been treated as a unique, small school and they should have been consulted and given time to ﬁnd alternatives. The building was designed to meet the needs of younger students and accommodates a gym, kitchen, staff room, learning resource room and six classrooms. Its closure serves as a reminder of the fate some other Vancouver schools face this year as trustees decide which, if any, should close to save money. Dr. A.R. Lord parents and neighbours are particularly troubled by the primary school’s abandoned appearance. See PARENT on page 4

Social housing project to study mental illness, homelessness Bosman Hotel Community ofﬁcially opened this week Cheryl Rossi Staff writer

Dave, otherwise known as Mad Dog, says he’s no longer blowing all his disability beneﬁts on cocaine. He was one of the ﬁrst 50 people to move into the Bosman Hotel Community on June 30, and

since then, he’s stopped using drugs every day and spends less on his habit. He reckons he now spends $100 a month on coke and collects bottles to foot some of the expense. “I don’t have to spend all my money at one time,” said Dave, a balding 51 year old with blue eyes, a moustache, prison tattoos

and missing teeth. He would not give his last name. “Nobody’s going to rob me, whereas I’m on the street, I don’t know how long it’s going to last, I do it all,” he said. The Mental Health Commission of Canada and the PHS Community Services Society ofﬁcially opened the Bosman Hotel Com-

munity Aug. 23. It’s part of the mental health commission’s At Home/Chez Soi project to study mental illness and homelessness. Dave ﬁrst heard about At Home/Chez Soi at the clinic where he collects his medication when he was homeless. He says he was lured by the $35 incentive to apply for the program. He

wanted the money for drugs and food. But Dave, who suffers periods of depression, said he’s pleased to have a secure home until at least March 2013, his own bathroom, and a comfortable place to hang out after spending 20 years on and off the street. See BUILDING on page 4

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BY NAOIBH O’CONNOR Once an eyesore, a dilapidated 110-year-old house on the East Side is being restored by its new owners.

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Moscow: Smog and Trafﬁc-jams in Moscow

ussia’s unprecedented summer heat wave has been much in the news. Acrid smog with concentrations of carbon monoxide and other poisonous substances two to three times higher than what is considered safe blanketed Moscow for at least a week during early August. The smog is said to have Cedric Hughes been caused by the thousands of wildfires burning around Moscow and throughout western Russia. Moscow’s top health official said that deaths in Moscow doubled to an average of 700 people a day. At the time of writing, relief appears to be on the way from a northwestern cold front expected to bring heavy rains and colder temperatures. Moderating weather, however, will not wholly relieve Moscow of its smog problem. In 1991, Moscow had 60 cars per thousand residents; in 2009, 350 cars per thousand, and the number continues to climb. As Keith Gessen in his Letter from Moscow, “Stuck” in the August 2nd issue of the New Yorker magazine noted, “The first great post-Soviet fortune, after all, was made not from oil or gas or nickel: that came later. It was made when Boris Berezovsky, a mathematician and game theorist, started selling cars.” While 350 vehicles per thousand still compares favourably to North America’s 800 per thousand, Moscow’s capacity for handling the resulting traffic is already overwhelmed. So much so that Mr. Gessen’s ‘letter’ begins by describing Moscow’s traffic as “an existential threat,” and then supporting this assertion with chilling anecdotes: an ambulance driver lazily throwing snowballs off an embankment, in traffic so long that reportedly his patient had died en route; subway bombings during rush hour that resulted in helicopter rescue for the injured—no ambulances could make it through traffic—and continuing service because, said a metro spokesperson,

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“You have no idea what would have happened if we’d closed down an entire branch of the system.” Mikhail Blinkin, a traffic expert is quoted: “The city is on the brink of transportational collapse.” Moscow was built as a series of walled forts with the Kremlin at the centre. Avant-garde Barrister & Solicitor Bolsheviks envisioned a “socialist Moscow of clean right angles” but the mediaeval radial structure worked (not surprisingly) for Joseph Stalin, who merely widened the streets into avenues that provided “a fine, broad line of sight for Soviet leaders during military parades.” While grid cities tend to function more efficiently than radial cities, Kiichiro Hatoyama, a Japanese traffic engineer who teaches at the Moscow State University, says this need not be decisive. In Moscow’s case, in addition to the road organization, are two critical determining factors: driver behaviour and the “the social system which is always reflected on the roads.” Russian drivers are described as “impatient” and “angry” seizing “whatever inch of road is offered them” at however inappropriate the time. Not surprisingly, some relief is provided for the rulers. Mr. Hatoyama also describes a traffic system that accords special privileges for the Russian elite reflective of its age-old feudal structure. This he says “causes many problems.” When asked if he knew of any other place with different rules for different drivers, he answered with a single word, “China.”

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Building staffed with nurses, mental health workers

Continued from page 1 Dave is one of 67 people living at the Bosman at 1060 Howe St. Thirty-three more tenants will move in by March. The PHS Community Services Society has leased the renovated hotel and runs the building, which is staffed seven days a week by nurses, mental health and social workers and offers three meals a day, art classes, a First Nations program, yoga and acupuncture. Tenants will also be served by ﬁve doctors and a psychiatrist. At Home/Chez Soi runs until March 2013 in ﬁve cities across the country, including Vancouver. It will involve 2,285 people who are mentally ill and homeless. The federal government has committed $110 million to the research and demonstration project. In Vancouver, 500 people with mental illness who’ve been

“IT’S MEETING PEOPLE WHERE THEY’RE AT, PROVIDING THEM WITH A SPACE.” Catharine Hume

homeless in the last year are being recruited. Like Dave and fellow resident Daniel MacKinnon, 100 of them will live at the Bosman, 200 will receive rent subsidies to live in scattered sites primarily around Vancouver, where outreach teams will support them, and another 200 people will carry on, business as usual, and be monitored. Jeff West, project manager of the Bosman Hotel Community ﬁr PHS, said the residents range in age from 25 to 74, with an average age of 40. Women make up 25 per

cent of the tenants. At Home runs with a housing ﬁrst approach, so residents aren’t required to abstain from using drugs or to comply with their medications to keep their housing. Catharine Hume, Vancouver site coordinator for the Mental Health Commission of Canada, said staff ask residents about their goals and what’s getting in the way of achieving them. “It’s meeting people where they’re at, providing them with a space where they can actually breathe a little bit and actually consider options that maybe they haven’t considered for years,” she said. B.C. Housing has committed to help relocate residents of the Bosman, once the project ends, and discussions about how to keep the subsidy for scattered sites going are underway. crossi@vancourier.com

Daniel MacKinnon is one of 67 people currently living at the Bosman at 1060 Howe St. photo Rebecca Blissett

Parent blames provincial Liberal’s education spending

Continued from page 1 Linda Chow, who has a son entering Grade 1, blames the provincial Liberals. “It is ironic that this building, which is completely boarded up on all four sides, with very ugly, but expensive plywood, is on the very location that will be used by PNE visitors to park their vehicles for the not-so nominal cost of $25 per day,” she said. “With the many thousands of Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley folks

coming to visit the fair at the PNE, we can only hope that many will see the sad sight, and see ﬁrsthand how the misguided spending habits of the B.C. Liberal government are affecting the middle and lower class, regular working class taxpayers and their children who are the future of this province. Perhaps this is indeed the ﬁrst hard example of how the lack of appropriate funding to the public education system will affect our students starting this

“WE WERE VERY SPECIFIC IN ASKING ABOUT THE WINDOWS.” Tracy Spring

September—a true clear visual slap in the face to be sure.” There is enough room in the intermediate building to accommodate all the students, according to district staff, which predicts

an enrolment drop in the neighbourhood. Parent Tracy Spring said the neighbourhood was dismayed to discover the boarded-up windows, calling it an eyesore that will have an adverse affect on students and also hurt property values. “We were promised that if and when the building was closed it would be maintained and would be kept in such as manner that it did not appear abandoned or run down,” she said. “When we, and

neighbours of the school, talked to VSB trustees about our concerns regarding windows being boarded up, we were told that it was unlikely that this would happen. We were very speciﬁc in asking about the windows as we wanted to know the costs associated with this and how it would affect the true savings in shutting down our very integral primary building.” COPE’s Jane Bouey, the district’s trustee liaison to Dr. A.R. Lord, told

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The B.C. Sports Hall of Fame is celebrating the Paciﬁc National Exhibition’s 100th Anniversary with a look back at the big sports moments that have taken place in and around Hastings Park. The B.C. Sports Hall of Fame Zone at the PNE will feature interactive activities and promises “must-see artifacts.” Some of the highlights of the Fame Zone, free with admission, include Olympic torches from 2010, 2006, 2002, 1988 and 1976, a 2010 artifact collection, the stopwatch used to time the famous Miracle Mile, the soccer ball used during the 1979 Vancouver Whitecaps NASL victory, the football used during the 1964 B.C. Lions Grey Cup Championship game and a chance to make your own sports card. The Miracle Mile is the name given to the moment in sports history when on May 6, 1954 British medical student Roger Bannister became the ﬁrst person to break the coveted four-minute mile. Later that same year, Bannister defended his title during the Brit-

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The B.C. Sports Hall of Fame sets up its own Zone at the PNE to celebrate the big moments in photo Rebecca Blissett sports that took place in and around Hastings Park over the last century. ish Empire and Commonwealth Games in Vancouver.

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Last week I wrote about the city putting sidewalks in more than two dozen parks. COPE park board commissioner Loretta Woodcock told me the city is working on dozens of projects because of federal infrastructure stimulus funds that must be spent by March 2011, which Woodcock guesses is the reason no one told the park board about the sidewalks. When I mentioned the sidewalks here, it was largely for information’s sake, but since then I’ve heard from many readers upset with what they believe is either unnecessary spending or the decimation of green space. One woman asked who she should contact at the city to stop the sidewalk at Hadden Park from being installed. I appreciate the fact Courier readers care enough about their parks to write not only me, but also the city with their concerns, so thanks for the calls and emails. sthomas@vancourier.com

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East Side home drew neighbourhood ire

Dilapidated property gets major facelift Naoibh O’Connor Staff writer

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The new owners of an East Side house, whose dilapidated condition has bothered neighbours for years, plan to restore it to its former glory. Located at 5217 Prince Albert St., it fell into disrepair under the previous owner, but Orah Chaye and Young Ho, the couple that bought the 110year-old house last October, have put signiﬁcant work into the challenging renovation project. Chaye is a graduate in art and design and is the daughter of an architect, while her husband is an engineer. They have two children. Since taking possession in November, they’ve removed an enormous amount of junk from the home and obtained city permits to renovate it. Now they’re dealing with the challenge of lifting the house to rebuild the foundation and waiting for Terasen Gas to shut down the connection to the street. “This is a major restoration project,” Chaye said. The property was the subject of a Courier story in July and a follow-up article last week after Block Watch captain Wendy Sinclair raised concerns its abandoned appearance could attract crime. Its front door and some windows are boarded up and the exterior is run down. Chaye said the former residents took little with them and had accumulated piles of junk. “The house was literally packed to the ceiling with books, makeup, new clothing and almost anything else you can imagine as well as many things you cannot,” she explained. “Food was rotting on the ﬂoor and in the fridge. The smell of the house was ripe, to say the least. No one we know had

Crews remove a rusty old truck from the property at 5217 Prince Albert submitted photo St. on the city’s East Side. ever seen anything like this before.” Chaye and Ho spent months emptying the house of trash and donating usable goods. They transported one truckload a day to Value Village during the weekdays between November and mid-February. They distributed about 200 boxes of books to Value Village, the Mennonite Central Committee and the University of B.C. They also threw out a 20-yard bin of garbage in the ﬁrst month of taking ownership. They recycled more than 2,000 pounds of steel and sold other items, with the proceeds going to charity. A 1960s-era rusted Ford container truck, scrap wood and weeds were removed from the property. “I don’t think that house had been cleaned since the 1960s at least,” added Chaye, who insists the couple has maintained the lawn and has worked hard to clean up as much as possible while plan-

ning the renovation in what she considers an up-and-coming neighbourhood. The home has retained much of its heritage charm, including a spindle staircase, claw foot tub and three large bedrooms. The permit approval for the renovation has been long and complicated since the couple is trying to retain the integrity of the 1900s-era architecture, while upgrading the house. They’ve also been victimized by salvage thieves who ripped copper piping out of the walls, stole hand tools and cut out a century-old stained glass window. “In many, many ways it would have been much simpler to knock this house down and build new, but [we are] determined to re-do another Vancouver Special, this time an earlier period one,” she said. noconnor@vancourier.com

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Hundreds of addicts will receive high-grade government heroin or Dilaudid

Heroin on the menu as SALOME study flies under radar

Heroin treatment in Vancouver is a joke. The majority of addicts participate, to varying degrees, in the so-called methadone maintenance program, which received unwanted media attention in 2008 due to alleged corruption and kickback schemes involving methadone pharmacies in the Downtown Eastside. The program includes no mandatory counselling or supplementary drug treatment and many addicts remain on methadone for decades. Living addicted lives. Robbed of their destiny. From this destitute population, organizers of SALOME (also known as the Study to Assess Longer-term Opioid Medication Effectiveness) plan to enlist 322 participants for an unprecedented Canadian experiment. The plan goes like this: participating addicts will receive up to three daily injected doses of government heroin or Dilaudid, a powerful opioid derived from morphine. After six months, the addict will either continue injecting or switch to the same drug in oral form (pills or liquid) for another seven months before exiting

the study. In theory, by monitoring addicts, researchers will gauge the effectiveness of oral treatment. A “stabilized” addict, they say, is more susceptible to recovery and less inclined to crime and disease. Like the methadone program, SALOME does not include mandatory counselling or supplementary drug treatment. It will all happen at 84 West Hastings, under the watchful eye of nurses from Providence Health Care. According to regulations, nurses may help addicts “tie off” but can’t physically wield the needle or push the plunger. Taxpayers and private donors will split evenly the heretofore unknown costs of SALOME’s four-year study. Sounds simple enough, if not somewhat surreal. But things have bogged down. Trish Walsh, director of the InnerChange Foundation, SALOME’s fundraising wing, announced last year that the study would begin before the Olympics. Yet here we are in August and SALOME remains stuck in the blueprint stage. In Canada, it’s illegal to manufacture heroin (technically known as diacetylmorphine). Thanks to a

markhasiuk federal exemption, an unnamed pharmaceutical company will import the narcotic from the United Kingdom. Walsh refused to be interviewed for this story but Justin Karasick, a spokesperson for Providence Health Care, blamed the delay on “typical issues” associated with shipping the heroin across the pond. Nevertheless, during a phone interview last Friday, Eugenia Oviedo-Joekes, a research scientist at UBC and one of the main brains behind the study, dismissed any notion of a SALOME stutter-step. “Delay? Every clinical trial takes time to develop,” said Oviedo-Joekes, a gregarious woman

est, beginning in 2003 Insite researchers were charged with justifying Insite’s existence, and as a result, produced dozens of studies championing Insite’s benefit to drug addicts. Similarly, the SALOME study is not—as advertised—designed to discover the benefits of narcotic-assisted treatment. Rather it will administer treatment SALOME architects such as OviedoJoekes and the elusive Dr. Michael Krausz already believe in. Oviedo-Joekes practically admits as much, proudly pointing to her Spanish experience and lauding the “success” of the NAOMI heroin trials. Oviedo-Joekes refused to speculate on a start date, citing the “stress and anxiety” potential SALOME participants would experience while waiting for the study to be begin. Nevertheless, once the heroin arrives, SALOME will happen. And up to 322 addicts will add government dope to their daily fix. Whatever your feeling or perspective about drug treatment in the Downtown Eastside, that’s a reality worth pondering. mhasiuk@vancourier.com

with a distinct Spanish accent. “The fact that you have to import the medication adds a bit of time to the normal process that any other clinical trial will have.” Oviedo-Joekes has been around. She presided over the similar NAOMI heroin study conducted earlier this decade at the same location on West Hastings. Before that, she helped orchestrate a heroin trial in Granada, Spain where she says addicts continue to receive heroin as a form of drug treatment. Here in Canada, there is virtually no public opposition to SALOME mainly due to media disinterest. The Harper government famously opposes Insite, the supervised injection site at 139 East Hastings St., yet remains mum on SALOME. Which is curious, because SALOME (where heroin is purchased and prepared for users) makes Insite (where addicts must find and buy their own heroin) look like a candy store by comparison. Despite the difference in public profile, SALOME and Insite bare similar traits. In an apparent conflict of inter-

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I used to love the song “Psycho Killer” by the avant-garde, art-rock band the Talking Heads, which rose to worldwide popularity in the ’80s. Years ago I owned an MG Midget and I’d cram as many friends as possible into it and we’d drive around Stanley Park singing the lyrics to the popular song at the top of our lungs. Since then I have remained a fan of lead singer David Byrne, even through his gigantic shoulder-pads phase of the Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense tour to promote the album Speaking in Tongues. At the peak of their popularity, the Talking Heads were considered one of the most intelligent bands of our time, with irreverent lyrics such as these from the song “Cities,” “Did I forget to mention, to mention Memphis, Home of Elvis and the ancient Greeks, Do I smell? I smell home cooking, It’s only the river, it’s only the river.” So, given lyrics as profound as “Do I smell?” it only makes sense Mayor Gregor Robertson is turning to Byrne, who authored most of the Talking Heads’ biggest hits, for advice on encouraging urban cycling. According to Vancouver Sun reporter Jeff Lee, following an appearance by the Scottishborn Byrne here last year, the mayor and his wife Amy met with the musician backstage and the two discussed their mutual love of cycling. According to Lee, that discussion led to post-concert festivities at restaurant-lounge Chambar, where it was decided Byrne could possibly return to host a forum regarding the future of bikes and public transportation. Lee

sandrathomas doesn’t mention if cocktails were involved, but it’s a known fact many of the best ideas ever considered were concocted after a couple of beers or martinis. As it turns out, Byrne, who resides in New York, is something of an expert on urban biking and apparently travels with a folding bike on tour and blogs about his experiences in various cities. Last year Byrne published Bicycle Diaries, which chronicles those experiences. Byrne also organizes forums across North America to promote cycling. And now, it seems that event conceived at Chambar, now dubbed Cities, Bicycles and the Future of Getting Around, is happening Oct. 24 at the Vancouver Playhouse. And kindly, Byrne, who according to information found on the Internet is worth about $45 million, is waiving his appearance fees because he feels so strongly about the subject. Coin-

cidently, the forum takes place almost at the same time the new Hornby Street bike lane is expected to open, much to the anger of business owners along that route. Don’t forget this is the same council that earlier this year granted $65,000 to the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users to complete a study on pedestrian safety in the Downtown Eastside, so turning to a rock star for advice on urban cycling isn’t much of a stretch. It’s a bit reminiscent of the scene from the 1984 comedy This is Spinal Tap, during which the girlfriend of one of the band members announces she’s taking over as manager and their tour will be planned according to their astrological charts. While researching this column, I checked out some of Byrne’s lyrics I once found to be genius and intently read the words to “Psycho Killer” once more, including the profound chorus, “Psycho killer, Qu’est que c’est, Fa-fafar better, Run, run, run, run, run, run, run, away. Oh, psycho killer, Qu’est que c’est, Fafa-far better, Run, run, run, run, run, run, run, away, Oh aey, aey, aey, aey, aey.” I then checked out the comments from music fans who’d visited the webpage from where I found the lyrics. One comment made me laugh out loud and doubt my youthful adoration of Byrne and possibly city council’s decision making. The comment read, in part, “Stupid, ridiculous, pile of crap.” Oh aey, aey, aey, aey, aey. sthomas@vancourier.com

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Ramadan writ detonates explosive, fruitful debate My meandering “xenophobic” column last week “stereotyping” Muslims touched a nerve among Muslim and non-Muslim readers. It’s not surprising, as the mere mention of religion or culture in any kind of negative light gets people riled up. As an erstwhile Catholic verging on atheism, you should hear the “discussions” I have with my church-going mother about the Vatican, proselytizing Christians and that place called limbo where unbaptized children end up. We often agree and disagree. I admire my mother’s faith in her God—it’s helped her through tough times—even if I don’t share it. I’m glad I wrote the column, even though I was, predictably, accused of xenophobia. But it fulfilled its intention and generated much-needed discussion. A few readers emailed to fix the fact that I have no friends of the Muslim faith and generously invited me to a breaking of the fast dinner, which I hope to write about next week. I’m also going to have coffee with a mother of Iraqi heritage, who may or may not take me to task for what I wrote. But her offer of friendship seemed to be the priority. I was touched. The following email was equally uplifting: “After soaking up your article in the Courier my mother and I decided that it is ridiculous that you know no Muslims! Thus, we would love for you to join us in the celebration after the month of Ramadan, Eid. It will fall on either Sept. 9 or 10 (depending on the moon) however celebrations usually last weeks. We hope you can accept our invitation we would love for you to come!” It’s days such as these when I love my job, even when I’m being criticized for apparently throwing out every Muslim stereotype there is. (I’m sure I missed some.) These opportunities allow me to burst out of my ever-shrinking bubble. I used to socialize more, but now that I have two young children, work full time and commute from the North Shore, I’m left with little time to make new friends and forge deep connections outside of my immediate family. I’ve been told by parents of older children that my new friends will likely be the parents of my children’s school friends, who, judging by the cultural make-up of the school, will be overwhelmingly white. I have no idea why my neighbourhood is not more multicultural. The North Shore is expensive but I wouldn’t classify my particular neighbourhood as more expensive than Vancouver. I didn’t want to move there either at

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ﬁonahughes first (the bridge, more rain), but we found the closer-to-nature spot we longed for. My column also sparked newsroom debate. Before I wrote it, I canvassed my colleagues to see who has friends of the Muslim faith. Like me, none have. We obviously travel within our familiar circles, though we all have outside activities that attract people from all walks of life—but apparently not all. I wonder if the letter writer who accused me of xenophobia has close friends who are evangelical Christians, Jewish or gay. I was also taken to task for describing an Iraqi immigrant’s English as broken. This is a common complaint against journalists who are accused of racism for using adjectives to describe people in our stories, such as white, bald, bearded, Asian, black, aboriginal, South Asian, overweight, skinny, someone who speaks broken or accented English etc. I described Fatima’s English as broken because it was and to illustrate the challenges some new Canadians experience adjusting to life here. We live in touchy times where any hint of criticism of certain issues leads to accusations of Islamaphobia, homophobia, anti-Semitism, Christianophobia, sexism, misogyny, classism, weightism and so on. As is obvious, the media controls the message and we can all unintentionally fall prey to looking at people from different cultures or religions as a monolithic “them” especially when bad things happen. But be honest. Tell me you’ve never stereotyped. I see people as individuals first, but no one is perfect all the time. To quote from the Ramadan message sent from Sikandar Khan, president of the B.C. Muslim Association, “We should all reflect upon the important message the blessed month of Ramadan offers this nation and we must be prepared to be true examples of whatever we believe in. By doing this, we become tolerant, loving and accepting people with the potential to build a great society, no matter what our differences may be.” Amen to that. fhughes@vancourier.com

Commercial Drive area resident Carola Brochocka is concerned about a 100year-old home at 1607 East Fourth. file photo Dan Toulgoet To the editor: Re: “Residents cry foul over Commercial Drive duplex plan,” Aug. 18. How very hypocritical for classic nimbyist Carola Brochocka, who the story states “lives in a condo,” to complain about a proposed duplex in her neighbourhood. I wonder, was the property on which the condo building she lives in barren of trees prior to it being built? Were the properties around her building vacant when it was built, such that it didn’t impact the amount of light afforded them? Did her

condo building take up the same footprint as what was there before, and was it built in the same architectural character of the neighbourhood? If Carola’s real issue here is the lack of consultation from the city, then leave it at that and welcome to the club. To raise these other issues makes her and her ilk come off like a bunch of whiners who like their sandbox the way it is and don’t want to let anyone else in. Michael Ferreira, Vancouver

Poor journalism, prejudice leads to Muslim trepidation

To the editor: Re: “Ramadan reflections include Khadr, burkas and stonings,” Aug. 18. It is quite regrettable that Fiona Hughes has allowed her preconceived ideas and prejudices of Muslims to deter her from seeking out Muslim voices for the Courier. Instead, she chooses to take an indolent approach by drawing uninformed conclusions based on innuendo. Metro Vancouver’s Muslim community indeed comprises an estimated 72,000 people. However, if Ms. Hughes is experiencing difficulties connecting with members of such a vibrant and well-established community, I suggest she look inward to conduct some needed self-reflection and ponder whether her own xenophobic attitudes might be a contributing factor. Good reporters seek out human-interest stories, and not, as Hughes seems to be expecting, wait for them to magically appear on their laps. Other media outlets don’t appear to be experiencing the problems Ms. Hughes has in making connections with Muslims. If the Courier is encountering trepidation, perhaps the reason lies within the quality of its journalists. Feyoun Khan, Vancouver

To the editor: I’m normally a fan of the Courier and appreciative of Fiona Hughes’s pithy commentary. But I’m afraid I have more of a kvetch than a kudos for her somewhat bizarre column. What can we await next? A column on Israeli settlers killing Palestinian children timed for Rosh Hashanah? Or how about a reﬂection on the perverted “Christian” values of countries that invade and occupy the lands of darkskinned Muslim foreigners, killing them by the thousands in the name of liberation—around Christmas time? As for her Iraqi “friend” who wore what sounds like an abaya, I’m sure that Ms. Hughes can’t be unaware that Iraq’s secular, educated society had the highest status of women in the Arab world before 12 years of draconian UN sanctions and a post-invasion power vacuum conveniently ﬁlled by U.S.-backed Islamist militias sent women’s status spiraling backwards. It’s a shame Ms. Hughes has no Muslim friends, but with her seemingly stereotyped views on a faith common to a billion people, I’m not terribly surprised. Hadani Ditmars, Vancouver

To the editor: I have to wonder whether Fiona Hughes really is not acquainted with any Muslims in Vancouver, or if her stereotypes are simply preventing her from seeing them. Having lived in Vancouver less than three years, I—who am neither Muslim nor terribly outgoing— know quite a few. Not one of them, be it noted, wears a burka or a beard, speaks broken English, quotes a hadith every few sentences. They also are from a variety of national and ethnic backgrounds. In other words, they’re a lot like most of the people I know, whatever their religion or lack thereof. Scott Parker, Vancouver

••• To the editor: Probably in Fiona Hughes’s everyday life she comes across a lot of Muslims but doesn’t know they are Muslim as not all Muslim women cover their head. I am a Muslim who doesn’t cover my head. By the way, there is a difference between Burqa, Hijab and Jalaba. Burqa has a veil so one doesn’t even see the face, Hijab is a head covering where the face can be seen, and Jalaba is the long big gown. Halima Qureshi, Vancouver

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All smiles, Opus Bar’s annual summer soiree partygoer Gwen Webster picked up a $4,000 topaz ring from Lugaro Jewellers.

Axis Hair Salon’s Foster Eastman and Renee Sarich welcomed scantily clad partygoers to their Naughty by Night Lingerie Show and Art Auction.

Fred Alicia Crudo and Kelsey Nichols model Vitamin A swimsuits at Mini Yaletown’s Teeny Weeny Bikini Partini fash bash.

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Runner Joel Smith and volleyball player Kevin Wong were among the 20-member Vancouver team at eighth annual Gay Games in Cologne, Germany.

Cut above: Axis Hair Salon hosted its fourth Naughty by Night Lingerie Show and Art Auction. During the evening of entertainment, seduction and intrigue that surely provoked a little naughtiness, scantily clad revellers dropped a reported $30,000 into B.C. Cancer Foundation drawers. More sparkle: With a $5,000 gift from its host Scotiabank, McLaren Housing Society’s fourth Sparkle Soiree surpassed $18,000 in money raised. Providing homes for people living with HIV/AIDS, the critical funds will finance three additional annual rental subsidies for a full year. Belly up: Opus Bar’s annual summer soiree drew 300 guests into the streets. Now in its eighth year, the event saw Moroccan-themed cocktails and canapés doled out at the Arabian Nights-themed wingding. While Luciterra belly-dancing troupe performed, hotelier John Evans bellied up $10,000 to UNICEF Canada’s Martha Spear. Happy endings: Covers have doubled with the intro of Four Seasons pastry wizard Wayne Kozinko’s dessert tapas menu. With lunch-only inspired miniature sweets at $3 each, sales are way up with waistlines holding steady. Hear Fred Monday morning on CBC Radio One’s The Early Edition AM690 and 88.1FM; email Fred at yvrﬂee@hotmail.com; follow Fred on Twitter: @FredAboutTown.

McLaren Housing Society chair Darren Kopetsky and director Sean Raible saw $18,000 raised for affordable housing for people living with HIV/AIDS.

The Luciterra dance troupe bellied up at the Arabian Nights-themed Opus street party beneﬁtting UNICEF Canada.

Priced at a mere $3, pastry chef Wayne Kozinko’s decadent desserts are a hit with Four Seasons diners. His mango ravioli shooter is a must!

Fireﬁghters Brendan Jai, Mike Varga and Jarrod Burr helped turn up the heat at Axis Hair Salon’s B.C. Cancer Foundation fundraiser.

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Hippie walking tour flashes back to high halcyon days Cheryl Rossi Staff writer

Kitsilano’s Summer of Love Hippy Daze event took the summer off, but those looking to tune in and get turned on by the neighbourhood’s past can join artist and writer Michael Kluckner on a hippie walking tour, Aug. 28. At 59, Kluckner says he’s a bit young to have been in the thick of the hippie haze, but he remembers the general feeling of the era. “It was just that people were somehow going to change the world and everything was beautiful,” he said. “And partly it was just that so many people were so stoned, but the music was great and everyone involved was so young and youth is a wonderful thing if you can live in an optimistic time.” West Fourth Avenue and Arbutus Street were ground

Artist and writer Michael Kluckner will lead tour participants around hippie landmarks in Kitsilano. photo Rebecca Blissett zero for hippie happenings in the late 1960s, with the short-lived Afterthought coffeehouse and club running at the site of today’s Russian Community Centre and a popular café that preceded Sophie’s Cosmic Café drawing hippies to the

northeast corner. Kluckner mainly lived in rooms and basement suites in Kitsilano and Fairview Slopes from 1972 to 1975. So the man, who included a chapter about Kitsilano in his award-winning book, Vancouver Remembered,

will focus half of his tour on hippie Kitsilano’s concert venues, coffee houses and infamous crash pads, and the other half on the social activist community of the early 1970s that evolved once hippies put down their joints, got hair-

cuts, kids and mortgages and laid down roots. Kluckner says he’ll take walkers past the handful of highrises in Kitsilano, particularly one at Third Avenue and Balsam that was the site of protest in 1974. “Partly because it was a highrise, but partly because its construction resulted in the demolition of several houses that had a number of fairly low-income families in them,” he said. “And, not surprisingly, the new highrise was being marketed as kind of a luxury thing and luxury was a dirty word for those of us who were in Kitsilano at that time.” In another case, residents lobbied until a highrise slated to be seniors housing at West Seventh Avenue and Maple was downsized to the lowrise that exists today. Kluckner will “pay homage” to the Naam 24-hour vegetarian restaurant near

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Fourth and Macdonald. He adds that back in the day, Banyen Books and the Kitsilano information centre, which helped with the chronic rental housing shortage and published a paper called Around Kitsilano that took jabs at the then-Kerrisdale Courier, ran across the street. He’ll also point out the converted house just west of Macdonald on the north side of Fourth where Rohan’s record store operated, with Rohan’s Rockpile club opening in 1973 on the 2700-block. The walk runs 10 a.m. to noon and accommodates 30 people. Its proceeds beneﬁt Heritage Vancouver, which Kluckner was the ﬁrst president of in 1991. The hippie tour starts at Seventh and Vine and ends at Fourth and Vine. For more information, see www.heritagevancouver.org. crossi@vancourier.com

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Returning public school students will have more places to park their bikes this year. The district is installing an additional 50 bike racks at schools across Vancouver. The racks were bought for use during the Olympics. The city and school district split the $26,000 cost for the 50 racks with the idea that schools would get them after the Winter Games. Kevin Millsip, the Vancouver School Board’s sustainability coordinator, covered the district’s $13,000 portion of the bill from his budget. The grounds crew has already installed about one third of the racks. A total of 37 elementary and high schools will get them.

The school district is installing an additional 50 bike racks at schools across Vancouver. photo Rebecca Blissett “I didn’t have to turn anybody away,” Millsip said. “And a good number of these schools didn’t have a rack.” Millsip said it’s good news because bike racks are expensive and budget cutbacks mean the VSB can’t cover the cost anymore. “Why these bike racks are nice

is because around the time I was starting [my job], the district was getting to the place of having to say no to schools. We can’t afford to provide bike racks anymore. Historically, the district has been able to buy a few every year and then install them free of charge, but we just can’t do that anymore.”

He maintains it’s important to encourage staff and students to ride to school and to make it easier for that to happen. New bike racks, he added, are a small but signiﬁcant indication that the district considers cycling to be important. When new schools are built they must have secure, covered facilities for parking bikes. The new Dickens elementary, for example, has a bike room for staff, Millsip said. “That’s what we’re moving towards—more facilities like that.” Millsip, a former COPE trustee, was hired as the district’s sustainability co-ordinator more than a year ago. Part of his salary is covered by the Vancouver Foundation through a three-year funding commitment. Millsip started his position with the VSB in May 2009.

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Alvin Singh has been named COPE’s new executive director. When I ﬁrst started at the Courier close to a decade ago, I used to talk to Singh about school seismic issues. The Van Tech secondary grad was involved in a group called the Lizards that pushed for

seismic upgrading of the district’s aging schools, some of which are at high risk of serious damage in an earthquake. Singh has been active in the leftleaning COPE for years and ran unsuccessfully for a trustee seat in 2008. He placed 12th in the race for one of nine seats, garnering 43,754 votes. COPE’s Bill Bargeman and the NPA’s Heather Holden earned more votes than him, but the last spot at the table was snagged by the NPA’s Carol Gibson. Singh will replace outgoing executive director Rachel Marcuse as of Oct. 1 following a monthlong transition. Marcuse is going back to school for a master’s degree this winter. “My priority is to help COPE develop the best policy solutions to pressing civic challenges like housing and homelessness, transportation, and sustainability,” Singh said in a press release. COPE hosts its 2010 annual general meeting in September at the Japanese Language Hall. The next civic election is slated for November 2011. COPE’s search committee is consulting with potential 2011 candidates. noconnor@vancourier.com

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The 23rd annual Vancouver Wooden Boat Festival on Granville Island takes place Aug. 26 to 29. There will be a ﬂoating exhibition of wooden boats, displays, hands-on boatbuilding and demonstrations, including knot tying and marlinspike seamanship. Hear some sea shanties—and sing along with the Jericho Folk Club members, join in workshops, listen to maritime storytellers, explore the replica of an 18th-century Spanish long-

boat, check out the kayaks and small boats or join in the races on Saturday and Sunday. Family events include kids’ boatbuilding, which is popular with the under 12-year-old set. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and admission is free. Special events on Saturday, Aug. 28 include the Alder Bay Classic (rowing race for boats 20 feet and under), Oarlock and Sail Regatta (sailing race for boats 20 feet and under). Also on Saturday is Forest Ethics interactive

forum theatre piece called “Acting Out Against Oil Spills”—to help protect our marine environment. On Sunday Aug. 29, catch the Spruce Cup sailing race on English Bay starting at 1:30 p.m. See www.vancouverwoodenboat.com for the full program.

Nurturing nature

The Stanley Park Ecology Society hosts two events Sunday, Aug. 29 for nature lovers. Explore the many diverse habitats of Stanley Park with the society as it dis-

cusses a groundbreaking report on the park’s biodiversity and bioinventory. Join an environmental educator on a tour of the park’s areas of concern and learn about delicate ﬂora and fauna in the spectacular urban oasis. The tour runs from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and leaves from the Stanley Park Nature House at Lost Lagoon. $5 to $10. That same afternoon, the society partners with the Vancouver Park Board to present a discussion on children’s health, creativity and nature.

The public are encouraged to attend and engage the speakers, including the executive director of the Child Nature Alliance, a psychiatrist, a horticulturist and naturalists. The society will also unveil an innovative community quilting project designed to interest East Side youth in nature. The event runs from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Roundhouse Community Centre near Davie and Paciﬁc streets in Yaletown. Go to www. stanleyparkecology.ca for more information.

Your BC Lions — In Their Own Words Justin Sorensen - 68 I’m a small town B.C. guy – born and raised in Parksville on Vancouver Island. I began playing football while attending high school at Ballenas Secondary and because of my size I was a natural fit on the offensive line. In fact, I did so well that I was named my team’s Most Valuable Player in my senior season. Following my high school graduation, I had an opportunity to head south to continue my education and play football for the University of South Carolina in the NCAA’s Southeastern Conference, which features some of the most competitive college football in the United States. After playing four years on the Gamecocks’ offensive line, I had a newfound appreciation for my adopted home but was nonetheless excited to return to British Columbia to don the black and orange as the Lions’ first-round selection in the 2008 CFL draft. I’d seen firsthand what playing in front of some of the most passionate football fans is all about and I knew I’d see similar support from Lions fans back home in B.C. Now in my second season on the Leos’ offensive line, I feel privileged to come to work every day and play the game I love. Nothing would make me happier than to bring the Grey Cup home to British Columbia and share that experience with my family and friends. Through thick and thin, the guys on the offensive line have become family to me and I’m proud of the contributions we make on and off the field. As a kid who dreamed of playing professional football from a young age, I remember looking up to athletes for inspiration. For that reason, I enjoy taking part in the Lions’ community programs throughout the year, particularly the Terasen Gas Energy Champions initiative. It gives me a feeling of pride to give back to the local community and know that in some small way I could be having a positive influence on the younger generation.

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Wearing a white T-shirt emblazoned with characters from the Marvel comic strip universe, jeans and white sneakers, Ron Norton pushes his glasses back up his nose as he surveys the ComicShop he’s owned on Fourth Avenue for 31 years. A recent rent increase has made it impossible for Norton to remain in the space, frequented by so many regulars and destination customers he keeps boxes behind the till to hold their special requests and finds until they can make it in to the shop. “The neighbourhood has changed a lot,” said Norton, reminiscing about the past three decades the ComicShop has operated at 2089 West Fourth Ave. “The street used to be lined with houses and people sitting on their front porches and Volkswagen vans, but now it’s full of condos and BMWs.” But the shop is also moving close to the very location where in 1974 Norton and fellow comic aficionado Ken Witcher first opened the ComicShop’s doors before they eventually moved east. Norton, who bought Witcher out in 1989, said the new/old neighbourhood on West Fourth near Dunbar has more of the funky feel Kits had 30 years ago. “I went for a walk through the [current] neighbourhood the other day and all I saw were high-end stores selling $600 sneakers, maternity shops and yoga studios,” he said. So Norton and his staff are packing boxes in preparation for the move. Norton has offered deep discounts on many items, which he says have been flying off the shelves, though it’s hard

Ron Norton, owner of the ComicShop on Fourth Avenue, says a rent increase has forced him to move. photo Rebecca Blissett to tell because the shop is still stacked with old and new comics, graphic novels and busts and models of fictional characters including Spider Girl and Earth X Venom. While packing, Norton’s discovered buried treasure hidden deep in the recesses of the shop, including a copy of Superman’s Secret Code Card, which has a blurry ink signature on the top and is dated 1940. Other finds include a copy of Captain George’s Penny Dreadful, part of a series of self-made comics from the 1960s, and copies of the ComicShop’s earliest monthly newsletters, first printed in June 1985. Norton said as sad as it is to leave, the area at Dunbar and West Fourth is closer to the spirit of 1970s Kitsilano with laid-back shops such as Banyen Books, the Aphrodite Café and Pie Shop and a nearby pizza parlour. But Arbutus and West Fourth has

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ABBOTSFORD, B.C.—“What if the chute doesn’t open?” “There’s a backup chute.” “What if that doesn’t open?” “Then you’re a pancake.” One Saturday last month, my cousin Sara and I drove from Mount Pleasant to the Skydive Vancouver drop zone in sunny Abbotsford, home of one-star restaurants and big-box churches. Pumped for our 2 p.m. jump, we discussed several doomsday scenarios while navigating Abbotsford’s rural oasis. “Pancake, maybe. But it would deﬁnitely hurt.”

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not a question). “Yes!” We tumbled headfirst towards the Earth. Almost immediately, Nick steadied our freefall and air rushed into my mouth ballooning my cheeks. Free-falling feels more like free-floating. The fast-growing objects on the ground below, and the steady stream of air into your face, provide gravity’s only evidence. After 45 seconds of freefall, Nick deployed our parachute and we rocketed upwards like a bungee jump before settling into a delicate and spinning descent. Approaching ground, with knees bent and toes pointed skyward, we scraped along the grass to an abrupt stop. “Nice one, Mark. How was it?” “Great,” I said, while Nick unfastened and unbuckled, shook my hand and hurried back to the runway for another jump. My cousin Sara landed a minute later, preceded by a videographer who recorded her jump from plane to grass. Skydiving is fun albeit slightly anticlimactic. The dangers dreamed up during our car ride to Abbotsford—a far more perilous trip, statistically speaking—evaporated amid the smiling proficiency and allpoint inspections of the commercial skydiving industry. Nevertheless, it’s a unique experience worth trying no matter your age or extreme sport experience. For more information, visit www.vancouver-skydiving.bc.ca. mhasiuk@vancourier.com

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THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT BEDROOMS GET SCHOOLED

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ushes, shrubs, ﬁller, hedges, whatever you may call it – adding shrubbery to your property can be both eye-catching and practical. Bob Tuckey, owner/operator of The Natural Gardener Garden Store, is a certified Master Gardener and he knows a thing or two about greenery. By cultivating great relationships with some of the best growers in the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island,The Natural Gardener is able to offer up some of the most interesting, rare and unusual plants, as well as the newest cultivars of the season. Here’s his take on it.

Hedging Your Bets

Hedges are important structures in the garden for a variety of reasons: they create privacy, screen sensitive plants from winds, offer a solid backdrop for an herbaceous border, and they can block out eyesores or, alternately, create dramatic view corridors. Privacy is probably the main reason we plant a hedge. Walls or fences will do the job, but a hedge is living greenery that can become great architecture when it is pruned properly Yew makes the classiest hedge. It is slow growing, which means you have to be patient, but in the long run you end up with a solid and elegant hedge. There is also nothing like the yew’s dark foliage as a dramatic backdrop for the beautiful flowers and shrubs. The common English yew is Taxus baccata. Left undisturbed, this will eventually grow to 40 feet (12 m) or more. However, the best kind of yew for hedging in coastal gardens is Hick’s yew (Taxus media ‘Hicksii’). Hick’s yew produces a narrow, upright bush with lovely dark green foliage that holds its colour and requires minimal maintenance. It is slow-growing and it can take 10 years or more for it to reach 8 or 10 feet (2.4 to 3 m). The golden Irish yew, Taxus baccata ‘Fastigata Aurea,’ is another fine hedging plant with golden yellow leaves on new growth, while‘Fastigate Aureomarginata’ has more yellow than golden variegated leaves. It can grow 25 to 30 feet (8 to 9 m), but can be kept down through judicious pruning. Get more tips, and plant products, by visiting The Natural Gardener Garden Store at 4376West 10th Ave.; Tel: 604-224-2207; www.thenatural-gardener.com.

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Tiny Cow Head hosts 150-plus performance theatre festival

Summer theatre thrives in Newfoundland outports Ann Britton Campbell

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TRINITY, Newfoundland and Labrador—It’s the name of the play that draws me in: Big as Dogs and Twice as Saucy sounds like a good bet for an evening’s entertainment in the tiny community of Trinity, 260 kilometres northwest of St. John’s. Lord knows there’s

little else to do here once the sun goes down. I’ve come to Newfoundland and Labrador to hike and kayak and get a sense of the place. In St. John’s it’s easy to ﬁnd a good scoff and scuff (dinner and dance) and a theatrical performance. But when I venture west, to the province’s small outports, I don’t expect much in the way of professional entertain-

ment. And that’s what makes discovering rural Newfoundland’s vibrant performing arts scene that much sweeter. Big as Dogs and Twice as Saucy proves to be a hoot, particularly for locals in the audience. They laugh and slap their knees and shake their heads as a madcap story of bumbling law enforcement, homosexuality and the northern cod mora-

torium unfolds. Those of us from away have to work a bit harder. The accents are thick and the Newfoundland vocabulary bafﬂing. (What the heck is a “streel”?) Despite the linguistic challenges, I enjoy myself—in a, “Wow, I’m discovering the culture of a foreign country!” kind of way. The play is one of 16 that makes up Rising Tide

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Theatre’s summer festival, called Seasons in the Bight. The festival’s anchor event is the New Founde Lande Trinity Pageant, where audience members follow the cast of 40 through historical scenes played out in the roads and buildings in Trinity. Rising Tide’s performances feel at once professional and homegrown, entertaining and educational. They’re light-hearted, yet with a depth of emotion that goes to the core of the place. As the company’s executive producer Donna Butt says of the festival, “It’s not slick. It’s not Stratford. But it’s ours.” In Cow Head, another blink-and-you’ll-miss-it town, the Gros Morne Theatre Festival draws in the crowds. This isolated west coast village seems an unlikely spot to stage a 16week summer extravaganza of 150-plus performances. That is until you learn that Gros Morne National Park, one of Canada’s most celebrated parks, is next door. I attend a lively adaptation of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream performed in a natural out-

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door amphitheatre. The stage is bordered by cliffs and woodland and comes with killer ocean views. The actors give it their all, and I attempt to laugh in all the right places despite struggling with Shakespearean dialogue delivered in a Newfoundland accent. I meet the festival’s artistic director, Jeff Pitcher, who tells me about a new play that’s based on the true story of a grizzly murder in Cow Head in 1809. The main character is a trapper named John Pelly, whose name was legend in these parts. “Growing up, your parents would threaten, ‘Better be good or Pelly’s ghost’ll get ya,’” Pitcher explains. He suggests I visit the Cow Head museum where the murder weapon, a double axe, is proudly displayed. Yes indeed, Newfoundland serves up drama in the most unlikely places. Go to www.newfoundlandandlabrador.com for more information. Ann Britton Campbell is a member of the Meridian Writers’ Group.

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1. And you thought a reunited Van Halen was the oldest thing to play the former GM Place. Based on the BBC television series, Walking With the Dinosaurs brings 17 giant mechanical dinosaurs to the darkened hockey arena now known as Rogers Arena Aug. 26 to 29.

2. Stoked doesn’t even begin to describe how we feel about Huey Lewis and the News rocking the PNE as part of the fair’s Summer Night Concerts series Aug. 25, 8 p.m. Expect a cavalcade of hits and Courier employees’ bras strewn across the stage.

3. Led by San Diego’s Nathan Williams, Wavves are known for playing messy, fuzzed-out pop and a particular drug-fuelled onstage breakdown in Barcelona a few years ago. See if they’ve gotten their crap together Aug. 26 at the Biltmore.

4. Museum of Vancouver’s new exhibition Home Grown, which opens Aug. 26, looks at how backyard farming is changing the way we eat. It also gives us a chance run a photo of Courier columnist and beekeeper to the stars Allen Garr. Info at www.museumofvancouver.ca.

kudos & kvetches We’ve got mail

Who isn’t tickled to get snail mail? A stamped and hand-written envelope addressed to us is enough to bring a smile to our otherwise cranky and curled snarls. It brightens the whole day to know readers will take the time to print—not type as we’re all required to do when shackled to the Mac—in cursive writing, no less, our name in big, bold letters. Ah, the sweet things in life. The envelope was the highlight, even if it wasn’t sprayed with the bold musky scent of Drakkar Noir. As we tore it open and ﬁshed for the bait inside, a folded sheet of our own newsprint slipped out. A headline from a recent news story on drug testing in sport was circled in red. Scrawled atop the page in large, rounded lettering, the favourite phrase of every bigot and xenophobe: “Learn English!” Unfortunately for our dear, reactionary and dictionary-obtuse reader, the headline “Canadians GM lauds new dope testing regime” was correct. Faultless. Besides incorrectly taking umbrage with the use of “regime” instead of “regimen,” the cranky

letter writer addressed his or her assessment to the reporter credited for the coverage, which neglects to acknowledge our pithy copywriter who penned the clear and perfectly accurate headline. We’re rarely one to berate our much-loved readers, but this case rankles because this reader and the red pen so tightly clutched did not leave a return address. Or even a name. If we were in need of a grammar lesson (because sometimes we are) or a convenient pocket reference book with phrases translating the location of the nearest water fountain or human trafﬁcker, we’d have no one to turn to since we can’t contact this anonymous self-fancied grammarian who took a few spare minutes to clip, correct, address, stamp and post the message. For the record (because anonymity is anathema in newspaper reporting), “regime” is deﬁned as a system of rule or a system of governance. The headline was without reproach. The dictionary also notes the word “can be confused with regimen,” otherwise known as the word promoted by our idiomatic disciplinarian. We don’t suggest that our helpful letter

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Would-be priest answers a different calling

From man of the cloth to man in blue

If anyone understands conﬂicted characters, it’s Jeremy Leroux. In TwentySomething Theatre’s production of Blue Surge (Aug. 26 to Sept. 5 at Studio 16), Leroux plays a police ofﬁcer who becomes romantically involved with a prostitute he meets at a massage parlour during an undercover sting. But Leroux also reached a crossroads in his own life when he spent a few years in the Seminary before the call of the stage trumped the call of the altar. All was not lost, however, as he eventually got to play a priest in a production of Doubt last year. As part of Leroux’s ongoing penance, he talked to the Courier about being a man in blue, a man of the cloth and a man in love with baby back ribs.

How close were you to becoming a priest?

I spent Grade 8 and 9 [in the Seminary]. Puberty hit, and, well, I guess the whole celibacy issue sort of ended that. I was a few years away, like 10. Most people don’t know but there is a lot of training going in to being a priest, almost as much as being a doctor or a lawyer.

2. You must carry around a lot of

Catholic guilt. What do you usually feel guilty about?

Eating baby back ribs or buffalo wings on Fridays during Lent. Handcuffs, oh and cursing, too. Goddamnit. But I learned at the Seminary saying a rosary and an “Our father” will take care of that.

3. Do you see any similarities between

your initial desire to become a priest and eventually becoming an actor?

Both are charismatic, I guess. I remember some priests were quite dramatic and also good storytellers.

You’ve already played a priest, you’re currently playing a police officer. Are there any other authority figure roles you’d like to tackle?

I think a politician could be fun. Crooked politician. Bad guys seem to have all the fun.

5. What’s your previous encounters with

cops, prostitutes and massage parlours?

As far as cops, luckily so far I’ve managed to elude capture. As far as prostitutes… can I plead the ﬁfth? And massage parlours, well I had to

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Jeremy Leroux stars opposite Megan McGeough in Blue Surge. do extensive research for the role.

6. The production photos for Blue Surge feature your co-star in a revealing outfit. Is it difficult to act opposite someone when they are in a state of undress?

Getting half naked with them in the scene tends to even things up. I think it makes them feel more comfortable. It makes me more comfortable.

Have you ever thought about becoming an actual police officer?

Funny enough, yes. I always loved the K-9 units but I wasn’t big on the getting shot at part.

8. If you were to get arrested, what would it be for?

How about murder? Might as well

get arrested for something big if I’m going to get arrested.

9. Who stars in the movie of your life? Justin Bieber.

10. Why should people come out to see Blue Surge?

Sexual content, explicit language and nudity? Hello? Seriously, though, it is a good play that I think a lot of people will be able to relate to. It really makes people think about what role our past and upbringing play in who we become and can we really escape that. Are some people “screwed from day one” or do they have a choice? It’s a play that makes people think. And hopefully feel something. That is the type of play I like to go to see. —Michael Kissinger

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After 18 years, family-run Rossini’s in Kits calls it a day

Vancouver jazz institution shuts down, but the bands play on Michael Kissinger Staff writer

Earlier this month, Vancouver’s jazz scene got a little quieter as longstanding restaurant and live venue Rossini’s closed its doors after 18 years. A family business if there ever was one, Rossini’s began on the beaches of Kitsilano with drummer and music producer Arni May hatching a plan with his son Shayne to bring live jazz and authentic Italian cuisine to the people and provide a venue for travelling acts and local performers looking for a start. In August 1992, they took over the former Fish on Yew location and quickly became a Vancouver institution, playing host to jazz legends such as the Ray Brown Trio, Charlie Byrd, Herb Ellis, McCoy Tyner and Stanley Turrentine as well as countless up-and-coming and established local entertainers, including Denny Clark, Amanda Wood, Bob York, actor Michael Moriarty, Michael Bublé and Rossini’s mainstay and grandfather ﬁgure Linton Garner, older brother of Errol Garner. “I remember sitting on the beach with my father before it even started, doing a lot the business on the beach,” recalls the young May. “The vision was really simple—take good care of people, give them great food and great music. Music, food and fun.” May says it wasn’t long before his wife Shannon, his mother Anne, his two brothers Stephen and Mark, and Mark’s wife Janette got in on the act. May’s daughter Malia, an aspiring singer, also

For Shayne May (left), daughter Malia and brother Mark, running Rossini’s for the past 18 years was a family affair. photo Rebecca Blissett performed on Rossini’s famed stage. In 1999, they expanded with a second Rossini’s location in Gastown, but it was eventually closed down after enduring months of nearby construction from the now-defunct Storyeum tourist attraction. “It’s great to be a part of a great team that made it happen,” May says. “That’s not to say there wasn’t a lot of ﬁghting. But we were family.” One of May’s favourite memo-

ries of Rossini’s was when legendary jazz pianist McCoy Tyner performed six or seven years ago and the power went out in the middle of his set. “Packed house, and then all of a sudden the power goes out. No lights, no nothing… We put candles throughout the whole restaurant, on the piano, on the stage, and it had to be one of the most magical nights I’ve ever experienced in my life.” Another memorable evening

was the time May’s father Arni, who has drummed over the course of his career with everyone from Elvis Presley and Paul Anka to Neil Sedaka and Rolf Harris, was able to sit in with Grammy Award-winning Latin percussionist Poncho Sanchez. As for the closure of Rossini’s original Kits location, it’s a familiar tune: the need to renovate and keep up with the times and neighbourhood but an inability to secure a long-term lease to

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make it financially viable. May also acknowledged his father’s health has become a growing concern. Although Arni is “73 years young,” his son wants him to retire and enjoy a more relaxed life. “He’s not doing great, but not doing too bad,” May says. “He’s got many different things he’s dealing with, with his health. But he’s old school. ‘Ah, they don’t know what they’re talking about,’ he says, and then smokes another cigarette.” Besides the toll on his father, May says the hardest part about closing Rossini’s is the restaurant’s loyal clientele, not to mention the local talent they’ve supported over the years. “I feel proud for the simple fact that this was what my father wanted to do,” May says. “I’m very proud of the people who have learnt and come to our stages and never would have been given a chance anywhere else, and my father just said, ‘Let’s give it a go.’” To that end, this Thursday, Aug. 26, some of those local musicians who first honed their chops at Rossini’s will join in celebration and song at the Performing Arts Lodge (PAL) Penthouse, 581 Cardero St., with music starting at 5 p.m. “At first they wanted to do it as a wake,” May says. “But Mom and Dad said, no, no, this is not about a wake, this is about a celebration—18 years of a fantastic place to listen to music—so let’s celebrate.” mkissinger@vancourier.com

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Banned outfielder blames big leagues Megan Stewart

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Zachary Hurley, the Vancouver Canadians outfielder whose baseball season was cut short earlier this month when he was suspended 50 games after testing positive for a banned stimulant he purchased over the counter, believes Major League Baseball is taking unfair advantage of minor league programs and players. After being drafted in the 29th round to the Oakland A’s and spending one month in Vancouver with the single-A Canadians, Hurley said drug education was lacking and player representation slim. He voiced his strongest complaint against an attitude he fears led to the sacrifice of his career so the sport and the league can maintain the perception of being drug-free. “The minor league system is being used to show people in the public… that Major League Baseball is cleaning up the game of baseball by catching all these cheaters,” he said last week from his home in Springboro, Ohio, where he returned after leaving Vancouver. “You’re basically used as a guinea pig in the minor league system.” He was suspended Aug. 5 along with five players from other minor league teams. So far this season, more than 80 minor leaguers have been suspended the minimum 50games for a first-time offence. “It looks a lot better in the public’s eye as long as you’re releasing names each week about guys who are being suspended,” Hurley said. In 2007, an independent, 21-month investigation known as the Mitchell Report concluded its examination of the use of steroids and other performance enhancing drugs in the MLB. The 409-page document recommended increased education and more effective, transparent testing. Hurley appealed his suspension and was rejected last week. The length of the ban strikes him as disproportionate to the offence. He tested positive for Methylhexaneamine, the same chemical found in the system of four other players whose suspensions were announced the same day as his. Each was suspended 50 games for a first-time offence, which will take Hurley through the winter and spring into the beginning of the 2011 season. Major league players receive a warning and follow-up testing the first time they turn in a positive result for a stimulant. Only the use of steroids leads to a 50-game ban for a major leaguer. Methylhexaneamine is used in nasal decongestants and is known under other names as a recreational drug that brings on an adrenaline rush. Hurley was taking Jack3d, a pre-workout supplement manufactured in the U.S. by USPLabs that he said he researched carefully and took almost daily while playing baseball in the NCAA. The label promises “an intense sensation of drive, focus, energy, motivation and awareness,” and “allows for rapid increases in strength, speed, power and endurance.” All athletes look for a legal advantage, he said. “I wouldn’t even consider [a pre-workout supplement] cheating because it really doesn’t do anything for you besides provide you with energy,” he said. “If you hit the ball 350 feet, a steroid might make you hit the ball 410 feet. If you throw the ball 88 miles and hour, a steroid might help you throw the ball 93 miles an hour. That’s giving you a distinct advantage—it’s something that is allowing your body to do something that it naturally can’t do on its own. And that, to me, is cheating. Continued on page 33

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Kayla Kinnunen takes her wheels out for a spin before a rookie tryout with the photo Rebecca Blissett Terminal City Rollergirls.

Roller derby elbows way onto serious sports stage Megan Stewart Staff writer

Evelyn Giron will whip you if she gets the chance, and when she does, you’ll like it. A pivot with the Bad Reputations—the threetime champions of Vancouver’s roller derby league called the Terminal City Rollergirls—Giron is a petite and powerful skater who shouts instructions and whips teammates forward on the circular flat track to score points. She is also the head coach for this year’s cohort of “fresh meat,” a record number of rookies and new recruits vying for a spot in February’s draft. Giron must train them, teach them and build their confidence on skates. Counterculture and empowering but less subversive with every sell-out arena and each Hollywood feature film, roller derby is set to expand in Vancouver. Terminal City Rollergirls will incorporate a fourth team next season to join the Bad Reputations, Faster Pussycats and Riot Girls. “We want competitors,” Giron said Sunday before 34 women of all body shapes and sartorial flare were put through drills and assessed for fitness, endurance, strength and attitude. A second trial is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 28, and 25 of the best rookies will be selected for Team Fresh Meat. “We have to get them stronger before they start hitting each other,” said Giron, whose derby pseudonym is Chica Bomb. Without basic skating abilities, a recruit won’t be kept around. “A lot of girls, they thought it was just about smoking cigarettes and wearing fishnets. The training is quite hard-core.” Still six months away, the draft is equally serious. Terminal City is amateur sport but not a recreational leisure league and is not scripted. Two thousand spectators attend

live bouts, and a select team of the strongest players (called the All-Stars, naturally) travel to compete against the best teams in other cities. Founded in 2006, Terminal City is run and managed by its members and is now jostling for a spot in the international flat track roller derby association, which grows constantly and includes 89 leagues and 52 apprentice leagues in four countries. Leagues in Montreal and Hamilton are the only two official members, but from St. John’s to Nanaimo, at least 40 roller derby leagues are operating across Canada. “It’s a serious sport that has fun with itself,” said Kayla Kinnunen, a five-foot-seven roller derby recruit and marathon runner. In orange knee socks with “NERD” written up the calf and a T-shirt inspired by a romp between Rosie the Riveter and Mario Bros., Kinnunen volunteered with Terminal City after the first match she attended in April. She now wants to play. “It’s fast, aggressive and the athleticism of the women is really inspiring,” she said. “I love that it embraces the campiness of its history.” She’s been practising and is confident. But unlike the solo sport of long-distance running, Kinnunen is not just competing against herself. Once drafted, players select a new identity and register their official derby name and persona. Names must be one of a kind, many are smutty, some evoke violence, and almost all are clever. Kinnunen, a video game designer at Entertainment Arts, will emphasize originality. “It’s important to find one that suits your personality. The alter ego I want to create is a cyber-punk.” mstewart@vancourier.com

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Triple play extended historic extra-inning thriller Len Corben

Contributing writer The triple play is baseball’s rarest and most unanticipated play. But seldom does it snatch victory from one team and produce an amazing turning point in such an important game as it did for Little Mountain’s Vancouver Jaycees National Little League almost 60 years ago on Aug. 8, 1953, at Hillcrest Park. Two 12 year olds, Murry Carle and Brian McAloney, teamed up to become unexpected heroes in arguably the most sensational Little League game ever played in B.C., maybe even in all of Canada. When the league formed to play at Hillcrest’s Jaycee Stadium next to Capilano (now Nat Bailey) Stadium at the base of Little Mountain in 1951, it was the first Little League incorporated outside the U.S. By 1953, there were 12 B.C. leagues, but there was no true Canadian championship until 1965 so B.C. teams qualified for the prestigious Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, by playing teams from west coast states. A sudden-death playoff pitted the state champs from Alaska and Washington against B.C.area winners from New Westminster and Little Mountain’s Vancouver Jaycee Nationals. After New Westminster bested Anchorage 4-2 and Vancouver stopped South Kitsap 1-0, some 1,700 fans jammed the stands at Hillcrest to witness the all-B.C. final. The winner would fly— and that in itself was a novelty then—to Santa Monica, Calif., for the western regionals from which one team would go on to Williamsport. The game was indescribably intense and still scoreless after the regulation six innings as New West’s big lefty Cliff Vermette and Vancouver’s husky righthander Bill Douglas mowed down opposing batters with hardly a hit or walk. In the bottom of the seventh, Bob Elliott took over for Douglas and New Westminster promptly loaded the bases on singles by first baseman Ed Podavin and shortstop Fred Mitchell and a

Wearing the uniform shirt he wore as a 12-year-old player on the Little Mountain’s Vancouver Jaycees National Little League team, Murry Carle relives the photo Rebecca Blissett memories of being on the first B.C. team to make it to the Little Leaque World Series in 1953. walk to second sacker Gordy Brandolini. With no outs, all they needed to claim that flight to California was to get the runner home from third. Vancouver brought in lefthander Murry Carle in a last ditch attempt to prevent the inevitable. Carle turned his best slants loose on New Westminster leftfielder Tom Knight. After one ball, Knight lined a shot towards centre field and all three runners took off. Out of nowhere, second baseman Brian McAloney darted to his right and miraculously stabbed the ball out of the air. Then he wheeled and threw to first baseman Woody Pollock for out number two. Pollock’s quick throw across the diamond to Larry Malinousky at third gave the

Jaycees a stunning triple play. New Westminster players, not realizing what had happened, were whooping it up, thinking they had scored.

NEW WESTMINSTER PLAYERS, NOT REALIZING WHAT HAD HAPPENED, WERE WHOOPING IT UP, THINKING THEY HAD SCORED. But Carle had extinguished the rally with one solitary pitch. Defeat was no longer inevitable. In

one glorious instant, the impossible had happened. Once again it was anybody’s ball game. With darkness looming, the continuation of the game was put off until the next afternoon. By the 10th inning, Little League rules of the day forced New Westminster to replace Vermette who struck out 22 in nine innings. In the 10th, reliever Norm LeClair walked McAloney and catcher Roy Archer. Malinousky beat out a bunt. Now, with two out, it was Vancouver’s turn to have the bases loaded. And Carle was coming to the plate. With perfect precision, he laid a bunt down the third base line and reached ﬁrst safely as McAloney scored. Carle then blanked New Westminster in the last of

the 10th, ﬁnishing the game and his four innings with only one hit allowed. The Jaycees won three games in California, and made it to Williamsport as the ﬁrst B.C. team to do it, before losing 3-2 in eight innings to Front Royal, Virginia, in their only World Series contest. Carle pitched just one-third of an inning in those four games, the last out in the World Series game. But without him—and McAloney—they never would have got there. Len Corben, a local sports historian and writer, was an 11-yearold eyewitness to this game. Murry Carle is now vice-president of corporate affairs for Docksteader Motors. Brian McAloney lives in the Seattle area. lencorben@yahoo.ca

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Hurley says he stopped taking Jack3d after arriving in Vancouver

Continued from page 31 “If I had known in any way, shape or form that this pre-workout supplement contained anything illegal, there is no chance I would have risked my playing career over that at all. It’s not worth it.” Hurley regularly mixed 45 milligrams of the powder into a drink before hitting the weights in his last year at Ohio State University, where the 23-year-old was a star at the plate and led the Buckeyes with a .271 batting average. Hurley, who was repeatedly recognized for his good grades, was selected by his peers to co-captain the 2010 team and was considered one of the team’s most valuable offensive players, leading the 2010 lineup in runs, hits, doubles and triples. While taking Jack3d, he said he was repeatedly tested under NCAA anti-doping regulations. “I was tested at least ﬁve times. It wasn’t considered unusual for a guy to have been tested eight or 10 times a year on our team,” he said. He tested clean. He stopped taking the product soon after he arrived in Vancouver to play with the C’s but not before he was tested on June 25. The positive test was unexpected and devastating. “I’ve lived my entire life for baseball. A lot of college athletes… look at it as if they’re going to college and they’re playing a sport as a bonus. But for me, I looked at it as I was going to play baseball and get-

“I’VE LIVED MY ENTIRE LIFE FOR BASEBALL. “ Zachary Hurley

ting a degree was my bonus.” A week after Hurley received news of his suspension, Major League Baseball released a statement urging athletes to avoid taking Jack3d because it contains a product “chemically and structurally related” to a banned stimulant. The advisory warned the ingredient could be listed as Dimethylamylamine or Geranium oil, which are two products named in Jack3d. In March when he received the updated list of supplements that contained banned substances, Hurley said Jack3d was not on the list. He believes his test prompted the league to issue the advisory. “We have to suffer a 50-game suspension for something [the league] didn’t recognize and now [they] are recognizing it and there’s nothing that [they] are going to be able to do for us about it,” he said. With only 19 games with the Canadians, Hurley can’t be sure what lies ahead for him in baseball and is pursuing other job prospects. “I haven’t even drank a protein shake since this all went down.” To read more of Hurley’s comments, visit www.vancourier.com. mstewart@vancourier.com

In 19 games with the Vancouver Canadians, Zachary Hurley batted .271 with photo submitted four doubles and one triple.

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FULL TIME PERSONAL OFFICE ASSISTANT For Realtor in Burnaby office. ● must be highly organized ● computer literate ● excellent phone skills ● fluent in oral & written English ● must hold a valid driver’s lic. ● starting wage $13 per/hr. Fax resume to 604-929-5235 or email to: sor@istar.ca Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre is hiring part time staff. Day and evening opportunities include office, program assistant and rental supervision work. Apply: 990 West 59th Avenue, Vancouver, V6P 1X9 marpolecc@vancouver.ca

EDUCATION

From here. To career. The Shortest Path To Your Business Career

LABORATORY ASSISTANT Acme Analytical Laboratories (Vancouver), a premier BC mining laboratory, is looking to fill various Laboratory Assistant positions for the graveyard shift (11pm - 7am) in its Vancouver facility. Must be able to handle up to 40 lbs as some heavy manual labor may be required. Experience in a lab environment an asset but training will be provided. Starting wage of approximately $13 (combination of base wage, graveyard shift premium and daily production bonus). Detail descriptions of the various positions are available on Acme’s website:

Train today for: • Accounting & Payroll Administrator • Business Admin/ E-Commerce Mgt • Paralegal • Hospitality Mgt • International Trade and more....

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Interested parties should submit resume and cover letter by email as instructed on the website.

Most programs are One Year or less

Personal Trainer Certification Earn up to $70/hr as a Personal Trainer. Government Financial Aid may be avail. 604-930-8377 See our ad in todays paper under Education.

Get practical training from experienced business professionals

TRUTH IN ''EMPLOYMENT'' ADVERTISING Postmedia Community Publishing makes every effort to ensure you are responding to a reputable and legitimate job opportunity. If you suspect that an ad to which you have responded is misleading, here are some hints to remember. Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad. Job opportunity ads are salary based and do not require an investment. If you have responded to an ad which you believe to be misleading please call the Better Business Bureau at 604-682-2711, Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm or email inquiries@bbbvan.org and they will investigate.

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GARAGE SALES

2075 2010

Appliances

BEST Deal Restwell Matt Sets. Full wrty, Dble $319. Queen $339 King $559. Will deliver. 722-3636

LIKE NEW!

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Fridge 200 • Stove 150 Washer $175 • Dryer $150 $

Warranty & Delivery Removal Available

APT BLOCK SALE! Sat. Aug 28th & Sun. Aug. 29th .. 10am - 4pm 1875 Robson St. (1/2 Block from Denman) Too many items to list. Something for everyone

KILLARNEY GARAGE SALE Saturday, Aug 28 10-3pm 6625 Clarendon st (2 blocks East of Nanaimo, between 49th & 51st ave) House & garden items, sports equipment, tools and more

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Burial Plots

OCEANVIEW PARK, best location, lot 662 grave no. 6, w/cremation urn $9500neg. 604-321-0949

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Career Services/ Job Search

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is rated #2 for at-home jobs. Train from home with the only industry approved school in Canada. Contact CanScribe today! 1-800-466-1535. www.canscribe.com. info@canscribe.com.

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Education

FOODSAFE 1 DAY COURSES – ONLY $62 BEST VALUE GUARANTEED Classes Every Sat & Mon Taught by Certiﬁed Public Health Inspectors ADVANCE Hospitality Education BC’s #1 Foodsafe Choice

www.advance-education.com

604-272-7213

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Education

ONLINE, ACCREDITED, webdesign training, available for persons facing challenges to employment, administered by the Canadian Society for Social Development. Visit: www.ibde.ca. Space is limited. apply today!

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Music/Theatre/ Dance

PIANO, Theory lessons. New students of all ages & levels are welcome. Linda Jentsch B. MUS.

ARCT. .... Call 604-224-7935

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Tutoring Services

ENGLISH, Grades 8 - 12, by experienced professional. West side. 604-274-6234

★COMPUTERS★

COMPUTER LESSONS FOR 50+ $30/hr Summer Special $210 /8hrs Call Sol at 604-266-2414 Website: www.easypc.ca

FOODSAFE 1 DAY COURSES Guaranteed best value! Six Metro Vancouver Locations: Vancouver • Burnaby • Surrey • Richmond • Coquitlam • Maple Ridge All our Instructors are also working local Health Inspectors! Classes held each week & weekend! Course materials available in 6 languages. Same-day Certification. Visit our website at www.foodsafe-courses.com or call 604-272-7213 ADVANCE Hospitality Education – B.C.’s #1 Choice for Foodsafe & WorldHost Training.

Personal Trainer Certiﬁcation

Earn up to $70/hr as a Personal Trainer. Government Financial Aid may be available. 604-930-8377 Hilltop Academy

Job Listings From A-Z

From advertising executive or banker to x-ray technician or zookeeper, you'll ﬁnd it in the Employment Section.

STEEL BUILDING SALE... SPECIALS from $4 to $11/sq.ft. Great pricing on ABSOLUTELY every model, width and length. Example: 30x40x14 NOW $8995.00. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers 1-800-668-5422.

Musical Instruments

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Food Products

GRAND PIANO. 1882 Steinway B. Rosewood in ebony. Refurbished, updated, excellent tone & condition. Owned by a pianist. $23,900. Eleanor, 604-708-9414

Blueberries Birak Farms (Rmd)

EDUCATION

Lumber/Building Supplies

NEW NORWOOD SAWMILLS LumberMate-Pro handles logs 34” diameter, mills boards 28” wide. Automated quick-cyclesawing increases efficiency up to 40%. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT - FREE Information: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

604-306-5134

Furniture

U pick $1.50 per lb. Ready pick $20 per 10lb ﬂat

Heather Chapel Preschool 2 - 5 days only. Sept. Registration 777 W.68th Ave 604-321-7446

SUNFLOWER ACADEMY

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Sunﬂower Academy offers a core Montessori Curriculum complimented with French, Yoga, Music and Fine Arts. All staff fully qualiﬁed & passionate educators.

Please call 604-222-1114

Email: info@sunﬂoweracademy.com

www.sunﬂoweracademy.com

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Cats

RAGDOLL KITTENS, vet check, 1st vac. dewormed, parents Sealpoint, 8 wks, $400, 604-850-7471

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Dogs

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Childcare Wanted

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LIVE IN CAREGIVER for 4 & 7 yr old. Vancouver West side. Some cooking/cleaning. 604-678-2886

Call

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★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION ! 604-724-7652

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Dogs

BORDER COLLIE, female, 14 wks old. Purebred but no papers. Includes: dog pool, 2 leashes, toys, food, shampoo, portable carrying case. Vet checked & 2nd shots. $400. Call 604-533-0706

Pet Commandments

1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you will be very painful. 2. Give me time to understand what you want from me. 3. Place your trust in me – it's crucial for my well-being. 4. Don't be angry with me for long, and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, friends, entertainment. I HAVE ONLY YOU! 5. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I understand your voice. 6. Be aware that however you treat me, I'll NEVER forget it.

7. Before you hit me, remember I have teeth that could easily crush the bones in your hand, but I choose not to bite you. 8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, or my heart may be getting old and weak. 9. Take care of me when I get old. You, too, will grow old. 10. Go with me on difficult journeys. Everything is easier for ME if you are there. Remember, I love you.

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Childcare Available

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Dogs

Puppy Paradise

RAGDOLLS & Domestic Kittens, $100-$500. 604 590-3727 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

3 locations:

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PIANO, WILLIS & Co., walnut coloured upright, made in Canada, bought 1972. exc cond, well tuned, $1250 604-266-7353

604-339-9335

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YORKIE SHIH TZU, male, 9 weeks old, vet✔, shots/ dewormed, $525. 604-904-9280

Cares! The Vancouver Courier has partnered with the BC SPCA to encourage responsible pet guardianship and the humane treatment of animals. Before purchasing a new puppy, ensure the seller has provided excellent care and treatment of the animal and the breeding parents. For a complete guide to ﬁnding a reputable breeder and other considerations when acquiring a new pet, visit spca.bc.ca.

ALL SMALL breed pups local & on shedding $350+. 604-590-3727 www.puppiesfishcritters.com BOUVIER, brindle male, 3 m.o., CKC reg, health guar, shots, vet chk. Exc w/babies, 604-996-7368 DOG LOVERS! Enjoy a healthy, profitable career as a professional dog trainer. Government accredited program - student loans and grants. Ben Kersen & the Wonderdogs. www.wonderdogs.bc.ca. 1-800-961-6616 FILA/MASTIFF GUARD DOGS owners best friend. Intruders worst nightmare. all shots, $2000 each. ready now! 604-817-5957

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Registered Massage Services

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Metaphysical

JACK RUSSELL pups smooth, stubby, 1 shots, dewormed, bl/w br/w, $450. 604-701-1587 MAREMMA PUPS for sale; working parents; 5 males, 3 females; $450 ph. 604-823-4797

Tarot Readings - $65 Astrology Readings - $125

Kelly O Verchere 604-889-5178 kelly@yourscopes.com

PAPILLONS. THREE females for sale. Two puppies and 3 yr female. All have CKC, microchip, vaccines. Small and friendly. $600 - 1200 Call 604 527 8948

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Business Services

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Financial Services

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Franchises/ Business Opps

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Agents

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: Estate of Harry Harvey Lavalee, deceased, formerly of 2010 Harrison Drive, Vancouver, BC. Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Harry Harvey Lavalee are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Administratrix, Sandra Ann Davies, care-of Cherrington Easingwood Kearl, Barristers & Solicitors, P.O. Box 580, 9067 Church Street, Fort Langley, BC, V1M 2R9, (Attention: Timothy N. Grier) before September 30, 2010, after which dates the Administratrix will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Administratrix then has notice.

advertising executive or Job Listings, From banker to x-ray technician or you'll ﬁnd it in the Employment Section. From A-Z zookeeper,

NEED A MORTGAGE 1st and 2nd Mortgages, Self Employed, Refinancing, Forclosures, Low Rates. 604-629-8628 www.Mazuma.ca

Real Estate Services

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★ RENT TO OWN! ★ If you have a small down payment, I have a nice home for you! Less then perfect credit OK. Call Kim 604-628-6598

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BUSINESSES FOR SALE

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Houses - Sale

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Real Estate

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GAS STATION & Garage. Well established, very successful. Serious inquiries only . 604-724-4848

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Condos/ Townhouses

6008-30

Surrey

2 BR, 875 sf, spac open condo in concrete high rise in the heart of Surrey’s future. Patio, s/s appls, new w/d, recently updated, storage locker, full gym, sauna, u/g prkg & more. Save your downpayment and assume my mortgage! $208,500. Danny 778-840-2971

6008-36

Vancouver West Side

TOP FLOOR, South Granville Co-Op, Character 2 br corner ste. Oak Hardwd flrs, lots of windows, priv sec pkg & storage. Only $279,000. 35% Downpayment req’d. Call Joel, Sutton 604-726-1939

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Legal/Public Notices

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of ARNE HERLUF CHRISTIANSEN, formerly of 1600 Beach Avenue, Vancouver, B.C., V6G 1Y8, Deceased, who died on February 25, 2010, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, Don Woods, Executive Trust Officer, The Canada Trust Company, Private Trust Department, Pacific Centre, PO Box 10083, 700 West Georgia Street, 18th Floor, Vancouver, BC, V7Y 1B6, on or before October 3, 2010 after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Don woods, Executive Trust Officer.

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Houses - Sale

6020-08

Coquitlam

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6020-36

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: ESTATE OF DAVID STEPHEN JAMES ALLEN late of #2408 -930 Seymour St. Vancouver, BC V6B 1B4 (the 'Estate') NOTICE is given that creditors and others having claims against the Estate are required to send them to the Administrator, The Canada Trust Company, at P.O. Box 11130, #3000 - 1055 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, V6E 3R3, on or before September 21, 2010, after which date the Estate assets will be distributed having regard only to claims that have been received. ADMINISTRATOR: THE CANADA TRUST COMPANY SOLICITOR: Bull, Housser & Tupper LLP

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Vancouver West Side

BEAUTIFUL custom home by award winning builder. Featuring 5 Bdrms, 5 Baths, & legal suite. Only the finest materials throughout. Offering 2800 sf of luxury living. Close to park & schools, Asking $2,450,000. No GST/HST Drive by 3574 West 11th Ave. Call Joel, Sutton 604-726-1939

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Lots & Acreage

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HOME SERVICES 8035

Carpet Cleaning

ROYAL STEAM CLEANING CO. Carpet & Upholstery. Move in & out cleaning. Call 604-765-8054

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8087

Drainage

Crown Roofing & Drainage Residental Div. Roofing installations & repairs. 604-327-3086

Cleaning

LIDIA’S EUROPEAN Cleaning. Res/Com. Specializing in detail cleaning. Bonded. 604-541-9255

DRAIN TILES & WATER LINES Without Digging a Trench 604-739-2000

MRS. BUBBLES In home laundry services and more. Organizing, dog walking, ironing. For details lmbegin@telus.net 604-862-4112

Mia Casa − Drain Tile/Sewer Line Water Line Repairs / Replacement & Cleaning. Vince 604-941-6060, Al 604-783-3142

QUALITY CLEANING. Exc refs. Res/com. Move in/out. Carpets + pressure wash’g. 778-895-3522

8060

Concrete

CONCRETE SPECIALIST Sidewalk, Driveway, Patio Exposed Aggregate, remove & replacing

Reasonable rates. 35 yrs. exp. For free estimates call Mario

253-0049

A. FOUNDATIONS, Retaining walls, Stairs, Driveways, Sidewalks. Any concrete project. We also do all types of block, & stone work. Free ests. Basile 604-617-5813 Tom 604-690-3316 CONCRETE Removal / Replace Small jobs welcome ● Fence repair. Free est. Mario 254-0148

8075

Drywall

ALL WORK GUARANTEED

J.A. CONSTRUCTION

Specializing in drywall & textured ceiling repairs, drywall ﬁnishing, stucco repairs, painting. Fully insured.

604-916-7729 JEFF

*Drywall * Taping * Texture * Stucco*Painting * Steel stud framing Quality Home 604-725-8925 VICTORIA DRYWALL LTD. 25 yrs exp. Reno’s & New Constr. Call Bruno ★ 604-313-2763

8080

Electrical

#1 A-CERTIFIED Lic. Electrician. New or old wiring. Reasonable rates. Lic #11967. 604-879-9394

DRIVEWAY / CONCRETE REMOVAL. Free estimates. Disposal King, 604-889-2085 L & L CONCRETE. All types: Stamped, Repairs, Pressure Wash, Seal Larry 778-882-0098 SMALL JOB - concrete, forming, repair. Free est. Tony. 604-254-3538, cell 604-230-2416

8065

Contracting

HOME BUILDER Have your dream home built by a Registered licensed builder with a 2/5/10 year warranty. Specialist in customs homes. please call 604 825 8714 or email at: jasbasi@telus.net

A Lic’d. Electrician #30582. Rewiring & Reno, Appliance/Plumbing. Rotor Rooter & Hydro Pressure Jetting Service, 604-255-9026 - 778-998-9026 Free Estimates / 24 Hr Service ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR: Exp, friendly, reliable. Specializing in replacing old nob & tube wiring. Lic.#50084. 604-725-4535

Apartments & Condos

2 BR 950 sq ft Bsmt apt. Avail Sept.1. Arbutus &29th. w/d. gas f/p. 9 ft ceiling. v. bright. new carpet and paint. $1200/mth. 604 230-7660.

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

1 BR, in Woodcroft, large, incl all util, Pool, Exercise Rm, Ocean/ City View, $1250. 778-231-5833

8090

Fencing/Gates

S&S LANDSCAPING & FENCING

Factory Direct Cedar Fence Panel for Sale & Installation 8291 No.5 Rd Richmond Call 604-275-3158

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

THE ART OF HARDWOOD FLOORS Installations Refinishing & Repairs Dust Free. Affordable Rates! Free Estimates.

Call: 604-240-3344 ALL FLOOR COVERINGS Repair & Replace. Material sales Dwight, 604-732-3057 I’ll show you the inexpensive route www.fccarpets.shawwebspace.ca

Artistry of Hardwood Floors

Refinish, sanding, install, dustless 604-219-6944 We cover the HST CELTIC HARDWOOD FLOORS Installations & refinishing. Quality work. Reas rates. 604-293-0057 INSTALLATION REFINISHING, Sanding. Free est, great prices. Satisfaction guar. 604-518-7508

Need help with your Home Renovation?

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

6508

Apt/Condos

1 & 2 BR Condos West Side 5 appl heat, gas incl. Sept 1, $1,295-$1,795 n/p n/s www.regiussuites.ca 604-873-5402 1 BACH $495 Immed, Cambie & SW Marine Dr. hardwood, incl & hw, 1 yr lse. np, ns, 604-988-4692 BACH & 1 BR, nicely done, cls to shop & transit, secured, incls heat, h/w, prkg, Start @ $675. 604-325-1385 www.remirealty.ca

Find it in the Classiﬁeds!

6508

Apt/Condos

1 BR + den in Coal Harbour, marina view - $2800. 927 sf, gourmet kitchen, 1 sec. prkg space & 1 storage locker, great ameneties. www.vlr1.com Vancouver Luxury Rentals 604-899-0220, Ref. prop 2417 2 BD + den bright corner suite in Yaletown, $2800. 872 sf, solarium & balcony, bamboo flooring, 1 sec. prkg space, located in Bentley bldg. www.vlr1.com Vancouver Luxury Rentals 604-899-0220, Ref. prop 2415

Do You Need to Rent Your Property? 4 Lines 3 Times

Gutters

Place Your Ad On-line at https://webads.van.net or call 604-630-3300

8140

Heating

8160

Lawn & Garden

8160

Lawn & Garden

Lorenzo & Son Plumbing & Heating (604) 312-6311 Local Licensed Plumbers & Gas Fitters

8150 Full Seamless Gutter Installation/Repairs Sofﬁts All jobs Guaranteed. Fully insured/WCB covered Will beat any competitors price

604-439-9417 ALLIANCE GUTTER cleaning, windows by hand/power washing 15 yrs exp. Call Steven

604-723-2526

LIC. ELECTRICIAN #37309 Commercial & residential renos & small jobs. 778-322-0934.

RENTALS 6505

one mini, drainage, landscaping, stump / rock / cement / oil tank removal. Water / sewer line, 24 hours Call 341-4446 or 254-6865

#1167 LIC Bonded. BBB, lrg & sm jobs, expert trouble shooter, WCB, low rates, 24/7. 617-1774. A. LIC. ELECTRICIAN #19807 Semi-retired wants small jobs only. 604-689-1747, pgr 604-686-2319

8125

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

ANYTHING IN WOOD Hardwood flrs, install, refinishing. Non-toxic finishes. 604-782-8275

Concrete Specialist. Driveways, sidewalks, exposed aggregate & patios. Santino 604.254.5551 CONCRETE SPECIALIST, patio sidewalk, driveway, exposed aggregate reas rate 604-764-2726

Excavating

DYNAMIC GUTTERS & Exteriors. Full seamless gutters. Installation repairs & soffits. All jobs guaranteed. Fully insured, bonded, WCB. Will beat any competitors price. 604-439-9417 Edgemont Gutters. Sales & Install 5’’ continuous gutter, minor repairs, cleaning. 604-420-4800 Professional Powerwash Gutters cleaned & repaired Since 1984, 604-339-0949

8130

Handyperson

AaronR CONST Repairs & Renos, small repairs welcome. Insured, WCB, Licensed. 604-318-4390 aaronrconstruction.com

ANGEL GLASS, Comm/Residential, store fronts, windows & doors, custom shower & tub enclosures, patio doors, mirrors etc. 2837 Kingsway, Vancouver. 604-603-9655

6508

Apt/Condos

2 BR, W.Georgia @ Bute, new reno, w/d, ns, np, $1900 incl net. Avail Now. call 604-922-4344 BEAUTIFUL APTS. 1 & 2 BR available. Special rates. Call 604-327-9419 for appt. to view.

BURNABY CENTRE Metrotown Area - Bby

Updated Studio & 1 BR Apts. Rental Incentives Offered. Rent includes heat and hot water.

CALL (604) 438-4544 leasing@burnabycentre.com

GINGER Crosstown, Science World! Deluxe 1 BR condo, all appls, strge, bike locker, sec’d prkg, Media/amenties rm & more. NS/NP. $1195. 604-861-6303

Joshua Point 8889 Hudson St.

1BR. newer bldg. $1280, avail now, insuite wd, dw, NO PETS.. 604-263-2675 www.glassmanpm.com OAK & 70 Ave, new reno, 1 br $685, 2 br $870, furnished, 3 br $1250., h/w flr, incl heat/hotwater, near transit, N/P, N/S, refs, lease, 604-518-0438 or 778-892-0438

EXPERT PRUNING Cert Arb Ornamental & fruit trees, shrubs,etc Colin Malcolm 604-618-9741

• In business 50 years

604-879-9191 Superior Cove Tops & Cabinets

Gardening Services 21 yrs exp. Tree topping, West & Eastside & Rmd. Michael 604-240-2881

#3 - 8652 Joffre Ave, Burnaby

8155

JAPANESE GARDENER Landscape & maintenance, clean-ups, trimming. Reas, free est, 25 yrs exp 604-986-8126

Landscaping

Landscape/Dirt Removal, Yard Grading. Free estimates Disposal King, 604-889-2085

You Want It We’ve Got It

Find Whatever You’re Looking for in the Classiﬁeds.

LAWNS • GARDENS • TREES • SHRUBS EST.1994

Residential, Strata, Commercial Gardens Designed, Installed, Maintained Trees/Hedges Installed, Pruned, Removed Retaining Walls, Patios, Pathways

604-737-0170

Certiﬁed • Insured • WCB

rakesandladders.com

LAWNS CUT, yard and garden clean-up, hedge trim, rubbish removal & gutters. 604-773-0075 Rakes & Ladders.. Lawns, trees, gardens, shrubs. Certified, Insured & WCB, 604-737-0170 T. TRAN-604-723-2468, new lawn & garden bed maint, pruning, weeding, cleanup .. Reliable. TAM’S GARDENING. Lawn cutting, power raking, aerating, pruning, rubbish removal, Free ests. 604-763-1280, 604-496-1280

8175

Masonry

MASONRY REPAIRS •Stone Walls •Bricks •Chimneys & more. George • 604-365-7672

Tree Topping, Clean-Up, Planting, Trimming, Power Raking, Aeration, etc. • Westside & Eastside

8180

Home Services

LUCKY METAL WORKS TOTAL LAWN CARE • Lawn Maintenance • Chafer Beetle Treatment • Aeration • Fertilization & Weed Control • Hedge Trimming Fully Insured, Free Estimates

SMALL JOBS WELCOME! Bath, kitchen, plumbing, flooring, painting, etc. Call Mic, 604-725-3127

Glass Mirrors

EDWARD’S GARDEN SERVICE Pruning, trimming & flower beds by an exp’d prof. 604-738-6148

Counter Tops, Custom Cabinets & Refacing

DAHIPP CONTRACTING Handyman Services Baths, Kitchens, etc 604.817.0718

8120

Chau Le Gardening Tree cutting & topping, shrubs, yard cleanup, trimming, hedging, 604-782-5288

Kitchens/Baths

604-347-7888 www.totallawn.ca

Check Out Our Website: http://classiﬁed.van.net

6515

Duplexes - Rent

3BD 2BATH 1/2 duplex. New paint, updated kitchen. W/D D/W gas FP, FAB city views. Mins. to seabus, n/s. $1950, Oct. 1st. North Vanc. 604-221-0194

NEW WEST. Modern 2 BR. Quiet bldg. Prkg. $995 incl util. Now or Oct 1. Nr Skytrain. 604-618-7766

6535

Homestay

HOMESTAY STUDENT wanted to share 3 bdrm house. Nr Knight/ Marine, cls to Langara, skytrain & all other amens. 604-765-3377

6540

Houses - Rent

180° VIEWS 4 br, upper Delbrook 3300 sf. cul de sac, garage. priv, city/ocean views, 2 f/p, Avail Now. $2900. 518 Alpine Crt. Text or call 604-617-7383 2 BR up 1 Br. down, 2 bath, fp, Killarney, old timer reno’d home, deck, np, ns, $1500+utils, 1 yr lease, refs. now, 604-671-1378 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN No Qualification - Low Down CHILLIWACK – 9557 Williams St, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town, close to shops & schools............... $888/M Call Kristen 604 435-5555 or 786-4663

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

WILDWOOD LANDSCAPING Hedge Trimmimg & Tree Pruning & Hedge Removal Spring Clean Up Chaffer Control & Lawn Restoration. Comm/Strata/Res Aerating & Power Raking. Free Estimates. 604-893-5745

6565

Office/Retail Rent

Offices: 2nd floor 2000 sq.ft. Main floor $200 per month and up. Ground floor 4000sf. 2163 Kingsway.. 604-454-1617..812-8188

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BR bsmt, Killarney & Vanness, now, suit single or student, np, ns 604-569-4491 - 778-883-1692 2 BDRM bsmt $800 incl util. n/laundry Avail now. N/S, N/P. 750 sq ft. call 778-320-4834 2 BR bsmnt suite, nr bus & Super Store. Avail Now. np, ns, Between Fraser & Main st. 604-324-7475 2 BR main flr, $1000. 3 Br upper suite, $1200, Canada Way & Edmonds. nr amen, bus & schls, now & Sept 1. 604-431-5512

Fence & Gates Stainless Steel Door Window & Door Replacement Patio Covers & Sunrooms Andy: 604-719-8689 #158-11782 River Rd., RMD

GARAGE SALE

Empty your Garage Fill Your Wallet

MAKE IT A SUCCESS! Call 604-630-3300

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

SUITES AVAIL, Brand new, 1 bdrm, $800. 2 bdrm, $1000. 3 bdrm $1800. Hardwood flrs, new appl, own alarm & entrance. 59th/ Ontario, nr Langara & transit, n/s, n/p, avail Sept 1, 604-261-4633

6605

Townhouses Rent

$2200 / 2br Townhouse. Beautiful home! Ideal for working professionals or small family. Freshly painted in modern colours & new oak flooring. No smokers/ pets please. Approx 1620 sq ft.,2 1/2 bathrooms, raised diningroom, 7 appliances, sm deck off kitchen. Master bdrm has small deck, soaker tub, large 2nd bdrm, pool, exercise and party facilities available, 5 minute walk to canada line Contact Atira Property Management at 604-439-8848 or 604-215-7228 for showing and/or application. Manitoba Street at 39th Street.

372 E 64th Ave, new suite, 2 BR hardwood, radiant heating, alarm, $1250 ns np, walking distance to Canada Line, bus route 1 blk, nr Langara College 604-725-3724 4795 JOYCE St. 2 BR bsmt new ste, bright,priv entry, np, ns, nr Joyce Skytrain Stn, $1,000 +utils + wd, avail now. 604-325-4949 EAST VAN, nr Burnaby, 2 br garden ste, prkg, clean/quiet, priv entr, ns np, shrd w/d, $1500. Sept 1, Angela aft 6pm, 604-254-5088

VANCOUVER, YALETOWN. 2 BR, 2.5 baths, granite counters, f/p, S.S. applis, in-suite w/d. Big storage area. Private courtyard. Also, private patio, off master BR. Huge landing - ideal for office! N/s, pets negotiable. $2,550/mo + util. Immed. Nr Cda Line (Homer/ Helmcken). Call 604-417-3619 headsupactivecare@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY, A U G U S T 2 5 , 2 0 1 0 T H E VAN C O U V E R C O U R I E R

HOME SERVICES 8185

Moving & Storage

AFFORDABLE MOVING 1 to 3 Men

1, 3, 5, 7 or 10 Ton $ From

We accept Visa, Mastercard & Interac Licenced & Insured Local & Long Distance

FREE ESTIMATES Seniors Discount

604-537-4140 www.affordablemoversbc.com

AJK MOVING LTD.

Moving. Storage. Deliveries Local & Long Distance MOVERS.... Residential. Commercial. Industrial. Truck for Clean-ups

garage, basement, backyard.

(604) 875-9072 873-5292

B&Y MOVING Experienced Movers ~ 2 Men $50 ~ • Includes all Taxes • Licenced & Insured • Professional Piano Movers

604-708-8850

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

AAA PRECISION PAINTING

• Exterior/Interior Projects • Written Warranty • Years of Experience • Fully Insured • WCB Covered Professional Crew of Ticketed Painters

Many Years Experience Fully Insured Top Quality, Quick Work Free Estimate

604-724-3832

FAIRWAY PAINTING

Fully Insured 20 years experience Call 604Free Estimates

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR SPECIALS

7291234

* EXCELLENT PRICES * No Hassle Quick Work Insured /WCB

Interior & Exterior

Free Est./Written Guarantee

604-723-8434

AAA ADVANCE MOVING Experts in all kinds of Moving, Storage & Packing. Different from the Rest. 604-861-8885

AAA Professional int/ext painter & wall paperer. Guar work. Free est. John 604-318-2059 (Kits)w

AMIGO'S MOVING. Delivery. Storage. No Job too Small or Big. Clean up, Garage, Basement. Call 604-782-9511

Andrew’s Painting & Wallpaper 25 yrs exp. WCB/Ins. Refs, Free est. & reas. rates 604-785-5651

EAGLE EYE Soar with the best It’s your move 778-883-2538

Scott 604-377-2503

TWO BROTHERS MOVING & Delivery. Local & Long Distance; Best Rate! Joseph 604-720-0931 TwoGuysWithATruck.ca Moving, Storage, Free EST 604-628-7136. Visa, OK

8193

Oil Tank Removal

CONFIDENT PAINTING LTD Int/Ext Specialist 20 yr exp. Reas rates, quality. Licensed, Ins, WCB Jean-Guy 604-626-1975

DENALI PAINTING − Ext. & Int. Seniors Discount. WCB. Free Est. Reas Rates. 778-320-4438 MASTER PAINTER.....LEVEL 5 drywall finish. Custom doors, trim & crown. 604-836-9675 MILANO Painting 604-551-6510 Int/Ext. Good Prices. Free Est. Written Guar. Prof & Insured. ★ STAFFORD & SON ★ Interior/Exterior. Top quality work. Reasonable rates. 604-221-4900

FLECK CONTRACTING LTD.

• Oil Tank Removal • Work complies with city bylaws BC Mainland • Always fair & reasonable rates • Excellent references

For Free Estimates Call

Off: 604-266-2120 Cell: 604-290-8592

TOP Painting & Pressure Wash Res/Comm. Best Rate / Free Est Top Quality! Joe 604-782-1377

8200

Decks/Patios/ Railings

Dream Decks ”The Right Deck For You”

● Oil Tank Removal ● Recommended ● Insured ● Reasonable Rates

604-724-3670

HOT SPOT FOR SALE

Vinyl Sundecks marc@dreamdecks.ca

604.924.3746

www.dreamdecks.ca 20 yr Waterproof Decking repair & replace, new deck construction, aluminum railings, 604-831-0303 SKYLINE DECKING & Renovations. All types of new, reno’s & ext. decks Quality workmanship Guaranteed reasonable pricing Call for FREE Estimate Luke: 604-729-6871

8205 For information

604-630-3300

★ Good Quality Service ★ Fully Licenced & WCB.

604 729-3864

Paving/Seal Coating

ALLEN Asphalt, concrete, brick, drains, foundations, walls, membranes 604-618-2304/ 820-2187

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

ACE OF TRADES: Complete Renovations Plumbing, Electrical Master Carpenter, Painting Wallpapering Kitchen/Bathroom designer & installer. floors Ceramic Tiles Drywall, 25 yrs. exp. $30/hr Mark Local Cell: 778-889-9918 Additions, renos & new const. Concrete forming & framing specialist. Call 604-218-3064 BATH/KITCHEN Renos, decks, fencing, home repairs. Home Improvment Centre. 604-240-9081 HOME RENOS & REPAIRS Great rates & refs. Kushog Contracting 778-839-7464 KITCHEN & BATHS Home renovations, 30+ years experience. Call 604-731-7709

• • • •

Licensed, Insured & Bonded Lic. Plumbers & Gas Fitters Over 20 years Experience Custom Renovations to Small Repairs

MIKESHOMEWORK.CA Reno: Bath, kitchen, paint, decks, tiles, carpentry, $35/hr. 604.688.2306

604-312-6311

RED SEAL

Drainage & Plumbing Inc.

Plumbing, Drainage, Repairs & Installation

Main sewer lines, water lines, camera inspections, plugged drains, hot water tanks and drain tiles. 24/7 Emergency available Sat/Sun/Holidays Licensed, Insured, Bonded

604-618-4988

Certified Plumber & Gas Fitter

* Save Your Dollars * Bath, Kitchen, Suite’s & More www. renorite.com 604-781-7695 SMALL JOBS WELCOME RENO Kitchen/Bath, Crown Mouldings, Drywall, Painting, Flooring, 604-771-2201, 771-5197

604-731-2443

10% Off with this Ad! Aman’s Plumbing Service, Lic. Gas Fitter, Reas. Rates. 778-895-2005 ★ 3 Licensed Plumbers ★ 66 years of exp. 604-830-6617 www.oceansidemechanical.com BS & SONS gas heating & plumbing. Certified. Renos, h/w tanks, boilers, drains. 24 hrs. 671-6815

PLUMBERS

Lorenzo & Son Plumbing & Heating (604) 312-6311 Local Licensed Plumbers & Gas Fitters

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

www.drytech.ca

R E N O VAT I O N S •• Additions Extentions – Bsmts Additions – Extensions •• Prof. Reno.&Crews – Not Subs Sundecks Deck Coatings •• Kitchen Upgrades Kitchen & Bathroom Renos Deck Coatings •• Sundecks Window &Replacements •• Window ProfessionalReplacements Reno Crews (222-8453) 22-BUILD 604-222-8453

Showroom 1230 West 75th Ave

FERREIRA HOME IMPROVEMENTS Additions ★ Renovations Concrete Forming ★ Decks Garages ★ Bathrooms Ceramic Tile ★ Drywall Hardwood Flooring ''Satisfaction Guaranteed''

NORM, 604-466-9733 Cell: 604-841-1855

8250

★ BATHROOM SPECIALIST★ Tiles, tub, vanity, plumbing, paint framing. From start to finish. Over 20 yrs exp. Peter 604-715-0030

8255

YOUNG BROTHERS ROOFING youngbrothersrooﬁng.com

Re-Rooﬁng Specialist!

Shingles, Cedar Shakes, or Torch-on. 30, 40, 50 material warranty Member • WCB Certiﬁed

Call: 778-896-4858

Rubbish Removal

ALL JUNK ★ ★ ★ ★

Rubbish Removal Residential & Commercial We do almost anything Free Estimates 7 days a week ★ No body beats our price. ★ $15.00 off with this ad

604-537-8523

10% off ALIN Maintenance •Roof •Chimney •Skylight Repairs •All Leak Problems! 604-319-2229

Accepts Visa & M/C

• Residential Rooﬁng • Homes • Strata • Installations • Repairs • 24 Hour Emergency Service Member BBB - Member RCABC Full Liability Coverage and WCB Designated Project Managers and Third Party Inspections

Call 604-327-3086 for a free estimate

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8255

Rubbish Removal

RUBBISH REMOVAL Reasonable rates - Free Est. Pat 604-224-2112, anytime

8300

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

ALL STUCCO, chimney and cement work. Professional, inexpensive reliable and fast 604-715-2071 Quality Home Improvement ★ Stucco ★ All Kinds. No Job Too Big or Small. 604-725-8925

8309

A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

Tiling

A to Z CERAMIC TILES Installation, Repairs, Fair Prices Free Est. 444-4715 cel 805-4319

Sea Island Renovations

A Save on Roofing - specialize in ★refoof ★ repair★ Fully Ins. Free est. 10% discount 778-892-1266 Coast To Coast Roofing Specialize in new & reroofs since 1992 Call Gary 604-897-3614 Topside Roofing 604-290-1650 Quality Workmanship. Prompt, Prof Service. Insured. Call Phillip

All home renovations, tiles, painting, drywall, flooring, etc. All work Gtd. Free Est. Ph: 604-771-9686 A Rubbish Removal 7 days per week, very reas. rates per load. Randy 778-899-1382 A.J.K. MOVING Ltd. Special truck for clean-ups. Any size job Lic#32839 604-875-9072 ALL JUNK - remove for res. & Comm. Free est. 7days/wk. $15off. w/ad. 604-537-8523 BEN’S RUBBISH REMOVAL $50-$150 a load. Yard clean up. Bby/N West/Vncr. 778-859-8760

★ASK DISCOUNT RUBBISH★ Best Prices, Yard, House/Const, Demo. 7 days Ray, 604-727-6153

Roofing

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8315

Treeworks 15 yrs exp. Tree/ Stump Removal, Prun’in & Trim’in & View Work 291-7778, 787-5915 www.treeworksonline.ca Wildwood Tree Services, Exp Hedge Trimming and Removal & Tree Pruning. Free Est. 604-893-5745

8335

RUBBISH - Junk - Reno - metal Etc. removal. Free estimate. Fast & friendly. Sam 778-223-7017

Window Cleaning

White Rose Window Cleaning Windows Cleaned Inside & Outside Gutters Cleared & Cleaned FREE ESTIMATES

DISPOSAL BINS 4 - 40 yard bins. From $179 - $565 including dump fees. Disposal King, 604-306-8599 JACK’S RUBBISH Removal Friendly, Fast & Cheap 604-266-4444

Tree Services

604-274-0285

Waters Home Maintenance Window Cleaning, also gutters. Free est. 604-738-6606

To advertise call

604-630-3300

AUTOMOTIVE 9100

Auto Directory

9100

Auto Directory

9100

Auto Directory

9110

Collectibles & Classics

9155

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

9160

Sports & Imports

www.drytech.ca

BBB • WCB • Fully Insured

ROOFING

• Leak Repairs & Chimney Repairs • Sloped Roofs: 30-60 Year Shingles • Flat Roofs: Rubber Coatings • Patio Decks & Deck Coatings • Accredited BBB member

1985 PORSCHE 911 Coupe, 1-owner, only 134km, immac $29,800. 604-987-3876. D24627

9145

#1 Rooﬁng Company in BC

Removal FREEScrap/Car

Showroom 1230 West 75th Ave

All types of Rooﬁng Over 35 Years in Business Call for your FREE ESTIMATE

604-588-0833

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Family Owned & Operated

(604) 209-2026

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

McNabb Roofing

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• TAR & GRAVEL •TORCH-ON MEMBRANE •FIBREGLASS / ASPHALT SHINGLES, GUTTER & DOWNPIPE CLEANING 35 years experience

WE PAY YOUR HST UNTIL SEPT. 15/10

POINT GREY LTD. ROOFING Established 1946

All Types of Rooﬁng, Re-Rooﬁng & Repairs

604-379-2641

1990 LANDCRUISER Prado 152 K, clean, no rust, replaced tires, battery etc. $7500. 604-874-0536

Scrap Car Removal

SAVE $ 604-228-ROOF(7663)

Cell : 604-839-7881

RENOS • REPAIRS

Roofing

European Master Carpenter. Refs Free est. Frank, 778-230-0018

Quote code 2010 for a 5% discount Water Lines (without digging) Sewer Lines (without digging) Install. Drain tiles. 604-739-2000

8250

STEPS, RAILINGS, DECKS

* Reno’s & Repairs 24 hrs/day * Furnaces * Boilers * Hot Water Heating * Reasonable Rates * Hot Water Tanks

BBB • WCB • Fully Insured

Serving West Side since 1987

STORMWORKS

Renovations Big or Small. Water Lines without Digging Broken Water Mains & Sewer Mains. Hot Water Tanks, Plugged Drains, Toilets, Tubs, Leaky Faucets & Broken Pipes.

Interior/Exterior Specialist

604-524-2177

www.popeyesmovingbc.com

PLUMBING & DRAINAGE

D&M PAINTING

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POPEYE’S MOVING

Big Boss Mechanical

778.881.6096

PRIMO PAINTWORKS

FAMILY MOVING member of BBB Specializing in : ★Storage and Pianos★ 604-722-5454

Plumbing

BBM

QUALITY WORK. DONE RIGHT.

Quick & Reliable Movers

EZ GO MOVERS

8220

EW39

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Dave, otherwise known as Mad Dog, says he’s no longer blowing all his disability beneﬁts on cocaine. He was one of the ﬁrst 50 people to move into the Bosman Hotel Community on June 30, and

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BY MICHAEL KISSINGER Local musicians say thanks for the memories as family-run jazz club and restaurant Rossini’s closes its doors this month after 18 years.

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to tell because the shop is still stacked with old and new comics, graphic novels and busts and models of fictional characters including Spider Girl and Earth X Venom. While packing, Norton’s discovered buried treasure hidden deep in the recesses of the shop, including a copy of Superman’s Secret Code Card, which has a blurry ink signature on the top and is dated 1940. Other finds include a copy of Captain George’s Penny Dreadful, part of a series of self-made comics from the 1960s, and copies of the ComicShop’s earliest monthly newsletters, first printed in June 1985. Norton said as sad as it is to leave, the area at Dunbar and West Fourth is closer to the spirit of 1970s Kitsilano with laid-back shops such as Banyen Books, the Aphrodite Café and Pie Shop and a nearby pizza parlour. But Arbutus and West Fourth has

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Shorten raspberry canes for easier picking

annemarrison Q: We had a fabulous crop of raspberries this year and new canes have now appeared. These are over six feet tall and still growing. Should I cut them back? New canes are appearing under a sidewalk and in another garden bed. Stella Stanger

A: It’s always best to shorten the new canes to a height that makes them easier to pick. This is usually about 1.6 metres. Pruning is best done in fall or winter when you can see exactly what you’re doing. Next year’s raspberries will be born on side-stems of the shortened canes. Any weak, spindly canes can be pruned right out. They do produce berries, usually smaller ones, but they also create extra cover and shade that can cause mildew problems if you postpone picking for a day or so due to rain. About the new canes popping up all around: raspberries will turn into a thicket all over any garden if they’re not stopped. People with large lots sometimes deliberately surround their raspberry bed with lawn so that suckers get mown off. Otherwise, keeping them under control takes a lot of digging.

fertilized the tree every spring with compost or balanced organic fertilizer spread around the drip line (edge) of the tree. Apples increase in size if, in dry spells, you can water in around the drip line when fruit is forming. Some trees are very susceptible to scab, especially kinds that do well in the Okanagan but ﬁnd our climate too wet. Most garden centres sell scab-resistant apple trees and many of these have delicious apples. Liberty is one of the best. Others include: Freedom, Jonafree, Prima and Goldrush.

if the damage is only edge notches, the culprits could be vine weevils or leaf-cutting wasps. Slugs or snails

also eat holes in the middle of the leaf. If you go out at night with a ﬂashlight, you could check what beasties are

among your plants. Don’t look casually. Scan the soil surface, lift leaves and check underneath. An outside light could

show you from your window if some animal is around. Send your garden questions to amarrison@shaw.ca.

Q: When is the right time to remove lavender flowers for maximum aroma and how is it done? Helen Hunt

For full fragrance, the flowers should be cut mid-morning when they’ve been open several days and the fragrant oil has developed, but the flowers haven’t started dropping. For flower arrangements, the flower stems should be cut earlier before they open. They should be gathered in small bunches, tied and hung in a dry, airy place. If you leave the bunches for a while, you need to know that spiders love to spin webs among lavender and any other herbs hanging up to dry. For pot-pourri, spread the stems on trays somewhere dry and when the flowers are very dry, strip them from the stems

Q: Something eats the flowers, buds and leaves in my garden. I have lots of slug visitors but I control them with slug bait. Whatever eats my plants can climb up tall flowers, climbing roses and even eats the nasturtium leaves on my balcony. I have lots of little ants and grey critters that roll into a ball when they feel threatened. Do any of these eat plants?

Heidi A: Ants, sow-bugs and pillbugs don’t eat the top part of plants. You may have several different pests eating different parts of your ﬂowers. Perhaps your slugs aren’t controlled as much as you think. Snails do similar damage and climb very high at times. Urban areas now include raccoons, skunks, rats, squirrels and coyotes. Squirrels, rabbits and chipmunks all nibble on plants if they need moisture. I saw a squirrel chewing on my Christmas cactus. Deer sometimes invade suburban gardens and mature ones can reach at least two metres high. They love munching on roses. About your nasturtiums:

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ON THE HOME FRONT by Helen Peterson

ust because the old “dome” is lacking a roof doesn’t mean trade and consumer shows have to come to a standstill for a year and a half.The new west wing of theVancouver Convention Centre is open for business, and is a great place to host a show. This year’s Vancouver Home & Interior Design Show is taking place Sept. 9 through 12

at the new facility, and organizers haven’t skipped a beat. As well as the usual furniture, kitchen design and home accessories displays, you’ll find celebrity spokespeople from the design world plus the ubiquitous, and very popular, cooking stages. There’s something for everyone, and the new venue provides this semi-annual show with a venue for fresh ideas. Entrée is only 12 bucks for adults, with discounts

available online, so for a learning (and drooling) experience, check out this year’s revitalized event. Go to www.vancouverhomeshow. com for all the details.

Planet-friendly Living at The Home Show

BC Hydro will be presenting The Green Room, featuring four myth-busting room settings that educate you on the facts versus fiction of energy conservation by

covering topics like lighting, appliances, consumer electronics and new homes. Team Power Smart Leader and local celebrity chef Meeru Dhalwala will demonstrate how to cook great food while saving energy and money. For more information, visit www.bchydro.com. And stay tuned for the Courier’s biannual “Live Green” feature on October 13, chock full of information on how to live “the green life.”

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There are two styles of window treatments available, commonly referred to as hard and soft styles. Hard window styles include shutters, shades and blinds made of metal, vinyl or wood. Some hard window coverings have the addition of sheer fabrics to combine the benefits of both styles. Hard window styles are appreciated for their simple, streamlined look and the ability to effectively control light and provide maximum privacy.

Window coverings can do more than add a beautiful decorating element to a room. They can also solve many issues to add comfort to your home, such as:

Soft window styles include drapes, roman shades and sheers. These use fabrics that enrich windows and rooms with colour, pattern and texture. They can carry out a room’s decorative theme and even stand on their own as a room’s focal point. Soft styles can be combined with specialty linings to make them very effective at blocking incoming light, preventing drafts and reducing outside noise.

• Saving you money by increasing the insulating r-value of the window — stay cooler in summer and warmer in winter • Protecting your furnishings from harmful UV rays, preventing fading and colour alteration to carpets, hardwood floors, etc.

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North-facing windows bring in the most even and consistent light but also the coolest. Options for window treatments for this exposure include energy-efficient styles such as thermal-lined drapes or roman shades, or honeycomb-style thermal blinds.

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