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Environmental protesters aim flotilla at oil tankers Organizers linked to Greenpeace Mike Howell Staff writer

Protesters will target oil tankers in Burrard Inlet and elsewhere.

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A group opposed to oil tankers navigating the waters around Vancouver is organizing a flotilla of boats to protest what they say is a dangerous way to move oil. No Tanks! is not advocating civil disobedience on the water Oct. 17 but co-founder Bill Gannon acknowledged that he won’t be able to control all protesters. “We’re not responsible for what our members do but I’d be surprised if any tankers show up,” Gannon said by telephone from his accountant’s office overlooking Coal Harbour. “I’d say they’d lay low, if they were smart.” Gannon, who was

Greenpeace’s founding accountant, didn’t have a count of boats to be involved but noted that No Tanks! has a mailing list of more than 600 members. The group, which includes Rex Weyler, former publisher and editor of the original Greenpeace Chronicles newspaper, and fisherman Ron Fowler of the Pacific Salmon Commission, is waiting until Oct. 17 to protest because the fishing season continues until then. Gannon said their plans include mooring a barge off English Bay that will feature local musicians. The barge will likely be the gathering point before the flotilla heads off around Stanley Park. See PORT on page 4

Cops watching 43 sex offenders who attacked women, children From Jan. 1 to June 30, Vancouver police investigated 246 sexual assaults Mike Howell Staff writer

A specialized unit of the Vancouver Police Department is monitoring 43 known sex offenders living in the city, including a man who committed a sexual assault last year while on parole. Four of the offenders were

released from prison this summer and the seriousness of their crimes caused the VPD to issue public warnings that they are a high risk to re-offend. The sexual assaults involved attacks on women and children. The information supplied to the Courier from the VPD comes as the department recorded a 21 per

cent increase in sexual offences this year over the same six-month period last year. From Jan. 1 to June 30, police investigated 303 sexual offences, including 246 sexual assaults and 31 cases of sexual interference. The 303 offences were an increase of 53 over the ﬁrst six months of 2009, according to statistics re-

leased by the VPD Monday. Const. Jana McGuinness, a VPD media relations ofﬁcer, said investigators in the High Risk Offender Unit have not linked any of the 43 offenders on the list to sexual offences this year. McGuinness said investigators and a team that includes Corrections Canada regularly meet with

the ex-convicts to ensure they abide by their release conditions, including abstaining from drugs and alcohol, staying away from parks and school grounds, not possessing weapons and meeting a curfew. “There are so many eyes on these offenders,” she said. See REPEAT on page 4

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SANDRA THOMAS While the fire department hoses down the Bloedel Conservatory, smokers wonder if they can puff away in the shallows off city beaches. BY

Food for thought

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BY SANDRA THOMAS The antics and rude behaviour of Critical Mass participants in “not blocking” traffic casts doubt on their true cause.

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Repeat sex offender involved in 2009 ‘groping incident’ Continued from page 1 “The minute they breach one of their conditions—whether that be curfews or alcohol related or they go unlawfully at large—they’re picked up and go back to jail before they ever commit a sex offence.” But McGuinness said the case of Alwin Colin Benson, a 49-year-old man with a history of sex-related convictions involving children and adolescents, is an exception to the monitoring. Benson was involved in a “groping incident” in April 2009 while he was reporting to the VPD’s High Risk Offender Unit. Benson has since been granted statutory release and has what the police described as “unescorted access to the community.” The VPD issued a public warning about Benson in July, saying he poses a risk of signiﬁcant harm to the safety of adolescent males and women. “It would be unrealistic to believe that offenders could not commit a new offence while being monitored in the community,” McGuinness said. Despite the Benson case, McGuinness said the creation of the High Risk Offender Unit has “improved public safety for many years

now,” noting none of these offenders would have otherwise been monitored. On Monday, Police Chief Jim Chu was joined by Mayor Gregor Robertson to release the latest crime statistics, which compare the ﬁrst six months of this year to the same period in 2009. Homicides, attempted homicides, robberies, business burglaries, stolen cars and theft from vehicles have all seen decreases. “While I would like to report to all of you that every category of crime is falling, there always seems to be stubborn exceptions,” Chu told reporters at the Cambie Street police station. Chu described many of the sexual assaults as “gropings.” He acknowledged the statistics aren’t comprehensive because not all victims of sexual offences contact police. The latest sex offence arrest by police occurred July 16 after a 19year-old woman was attacked 10 days earlier in the 3500-block of Southeast Marine Drive. Thirtyﬁve-year-old Benjamin Palk, also known as Benjamin Palk Trussart, was charged with one count of sexual assault. mhowell@vancourier.com

On Monday, Police Chief Jim Chu (front) was joined by Mayor Gregor Robertson to release the latest crime statistics. photo Rebecca Blissett

Port official hopes to ensure protest done in ‘a safe manner’

Continued from page 1 “I shouldn’t give away the tour but we’ll be coming around under the Lions Gate Bridge and ending up there,” said Gannon, who anticipates kayaks, fish boats and yachts to join the flotilla. At issue for Gannon and his group is the increase in tanker traffic in and out of Burrard Inlet. Traffic more than doubled from 28 in

2004 to 70 last year. That number is expected to rise with the increasing reliance of the United States on Alberta oil, which is funnelled through the Trans-Mountain pipeline to a Burnaby terminal. Interviews conducted with various marine industry leaders over the past two months and research conducted in the city’s archives, did not reveal any

oil tanker spills in Vancouver waters. “It’s just a matter of time,” Gannon said of an oil spill. “It’s inevitable. It’s going to happen sooner or later.” Chris Badger, chief operating ofﬁcer of Port Metro Vancouver, told a city council hearing into tanker trafﬁc in July that the United States looked to Canada for its oil after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in

America. At the meeting, Badger said all crude oil exports through Port Metro Vancouver since 2004 have been for U.S. customers. California is usually the destination for the tankers because there is no pipeline in Canada. Gannon said he spoke to the director of engineering for Kinder Morgan’s Burnaby terminal, which handles the crude oil shipped from

Alberta, and suggested a pipeline be built to California. “He told me they were in the pipeline business, so of course they’d be interested,” he said. “We should keep the oil on the continent. Oil and water don’t mix.” Badger said Gannon contacted him about the protest and isn’t anticipating any disruptions to shipping that day. Badger said the Port’s

harbour master’s ofﬁce is working with Gannon to ensure the protest is done in “a safe manner.” “We have events in the harbour all the time, so our job is to work with the proponents and to make sure whatever they want to do is carried out safely and with due regard to the other vessels navigating in the area,” Badger said. mhowell@vancourier.com

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news I happened to visit the squalid rooming house in February 2009. I spent a couple of afternoons inside a room interviewing a woman who had recently appeared in Downtown Community Court. It wasn’t exactly the Hotel Vancouver. And the woman I interviewed was paying $425 a month for the dorm-sized room. The rent bill was almost half of her $946 monthly income assistance cheque. Talk about costs.

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Websites can be a beautiful thing, said the journalist who remembers the pre-Internet days of having to drive to city halls and police departments around the Lower Mainland to pick up agendas, reports, etc. They can also drive you nuts if you’re a time-starved Luddite and don’t know where to go to find what you’re looking for. But when you find it, it’s worth the search. Take the Vancouver Police Department’s website, for example. Layered deep beneath the VPD’s home page is a comprehensive list of reports and memos made public because of Freedom of Information requests. None was posted in August but July brought a bounty of information. I’m thinking the requests piled up and someone finally got to posting them on the site. From July 19 to 29, the VPD posted 21 documents related to Freedom of Information requests. Topics included Taser use, mental health calls, the Granville Street strip, the downtown community

Life’s a beach

More than $25,000 was spent on police responding to 101 calls between Jan.1 2008 and July 30, 2009 at the York Rooms on Powell Street. photo Rebecca Blissett court, police overtime and salaries. I’ve previously reported on some of this information and a lot of it is not exactly newsworthy—more process stuff, such as amending policies on how police prepare reports for Crown counsel. But there is some semi-interesting information, including the cost of policing a property at 3883 Rupert St. According to a document

from the VPD’s planning, research and audit section, a total of 16 police units and 27 officers were dispatched to seven calls between April 21, 2008 and July 7, 2008. The 27 officers spent 35 hours and 45 minutes on the seven calls. Based on the 2009 wage of a first class constable, which is $46.08 an hour, the calls cost $1,647. The cost pales in comparison

to the $25,332.98 spent on police responding to 101 calls between Jan.1 2008 and July 30, 2009 at the York Rooms, 259 Powell St. In total, 413 ofﬁcers accounted for 323 hours of police work at the rooming house. That time didn’t include follow-up investigations by specialty squads or time spent processing suspects in the VPD jail.

In other police document news… The VPD wants you to tell them whether they should continue their beach patrol program. This is the program where police are out on all-terrain vehicles, horses, bikes, on foot and in a police boat patrolling the beaches. The department has posted a survey on its website. “Your opinions are valuable and necessary to assess and determine the continuation of this program,” says the write-up on the website. Questions include whether the public thinks drug activity, drunks, violence, littering, panhandling and other problems have increased, remained the same or decreased this summer. So put down your skim boards, volleyballs and Stieg Larsson novels and weigh in beach goers. mhowell@vancourier.com

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There were several power outages in parts of the city last week, and while they were an inconvenience to many residents they also caused a problem I hadn’t considered. According to the park board, when the power went out at the Bloedel Conservatory the air conditioning also stopped working, which could have been a disaster. The conservatory is home to three simulated climates— tropical rain forest, sub-tropical and desert, as well as between 400 and 500 plant species and about 100 tropical birds. As you can imagine, the air conditioning plays a key role in the operation of the conservatory. The power went out again last Tuesday at the same time the sun was brightly shining, which meant things started to get pretty steamy under the old dome, putting plants vulnerable to their environment at risk of being destroyed. But then Vancouver Fire Hall No. 13 came to the rescue and hosed the

dome down, lowering the temperature inside by ﬁve degrees.

Butt seriously folks

Here’s something else I hadn’t previously considered. One of the frequently asked questions on the park board’s website regarding the smoking ban that begins today is, “Can I smoke in the water?” Now that’s dedication. According to the park board, park boundaries include the foreshore area, which covers the shallow areas along the shore. Water located outside the foreshore area, considered “off-shore,” is not included in the ban. Good luck with that. What the smoking ban does cover is sports ﬁelds, courts and ball diamonds, as well as playgrounds, beaches, pathways, trails, the seawall and public golf courses. Across the city it also includes green spaces, access streets, sidewalks and parking lots, which means you can’t smoke in your car if you’re in a parking area or roadway within a park boundary or have children in the vehicle. Apparently another frequently asked question is, “I am an actor in a Theatre Under the Stars performance in Stanley Park. The script indicates that my character smokes. Is this allowed in the park?” According to the park board, ac-

tors performing in TUTS are allowed to smoke “fake” cigarettes. Fines for a ﬁrst smoking offence begin at $250 and repeat offenders can face tickets worth up to $2,000. For more information and a copy of the bylaw, go to vancouver.ca/parks.

Art for food

I recently wrote in this column about a group of Metro Vancouver artists hosting an art show and sale with partial proceeds going to the food program at the Strathcona Community Centre. Last week I heard from Vision Vancouver park board commissioner Constance Barnes, liaison to Strathcona, that the artists raised almost $700 for the worthy program.

Post-Cson play

Now that the Courier has a designated sports reporter—welcome, Megan Stewart—I won’t mention the Vancouver Canadians baseball team as often as I have in the past. But I would be remiss if I didn’t wish them well as they head to the playoffs. The Cs cinched their spot in the playoffs Monday, but an optimistic management began selling tickets to the series Saturday. For more on the Canadians’ playoff hopes, see Stewart’s story on page 27. sthomas@vancourier.com

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No-smoking bylaw vilifies smokers and torches liberty

It’s official. Vancouver is a nosmoking zone. Butt them out on your shoe and fall in line. A new bylaw takes effect today—in every Vancouver park (all 224 of them) and beach (except for Wreck) and along the entire seawall, smoking is prohibited. Anyone caught smoking will be fined up to $2,000. A sweeping decree, by any measure. Surely the result of multi-level government cooperation and extensive public consultation. Not quite. Not even close. This new bylaw, which outlaws a legal activity in a city of 570,000, was crafted and enacted solely by the seven-member park board—an entity few Vancouverites know anything about. According to Vision Vancouver park board commissioner Aaron Jasper, who defended the bylaw during an interview last Friday, neither he nor any other park board commissioner campaigned on a smoking ban during the 2008 civic election. So why now? According to Jasper, the park

board heard from “health care professionals” who claim secondhand smoke—even on a breezy beach—represents a health hazard. He noted the “environmental impact” of cigarette butts, and most bizarrely, went all Smokey the Bear on us. “Forest fires,” said Jasper, “are a grave concern.” Forest fires? In Vancouver? Have there been any forest fires in Vancouver lately? Like since 1886? “Well, this year there has been nothing I’ve been made aware of.” Put down the hoses, everyone. The threat has passed. Back to the bylaw. Like most government overreaches, the devil lies in the proverbial details. Penalties not only apply to smokers but smoking accomplices. For example, if you light a cigarette for your 83-year-old grandfather who stormed the beach at Normandy but now resides in a wheelchair with limited use of his trembling hands, you can be fined up to $2,000. And if, despite permission from the driver, you light up

markhasiuk inside a taxi that happens to be on park board land, you’re subject to punishment. Up to $2,000 worth. Park rangers have received additional training to indentify and deal with smokers, and for the first time in Vancouver’s history, now have the power to write on-the-spot tickets like traffic cops. “This isn’t about punishing people, it’s about educating people,” said Jasper. “Your personal habits are your personal habits and as long as they’re not infringing on the peace and enjoyment of others and the health of others, continue whatever you’re doing. It’s not

wide smoking ban. During our interview last Friday, although he was unaware of the fine amount (he thought it was limited to $250) Jasper stood by his vote. “Our job is to make sure that everyone can have enjoyment of our parks and public spaces.” Call them what you will— acolytes of the nanny state, purveyors of huge government—you must admire their audacity. Yet make no mistake, we’ve lost something as a city. When seven people, who owe their election in large part to blind party loyalty on behalf of Vancouver voters, arbitrarily and unilaterally outlaw smoking on taxpayer real estate, liberty loses. The new no-smoking bylaw also signals the end of satire. It hung on, barely, while flogged and bloodied by Vancouver’s wacky cast of politicians and professional scolds. Ladies and gentlemen, satire is dead. Because as the saying goes, you can’t make this stuff up. mhasiuk@vancourier.com

my place to tell people what they should do.” Of course, that’s exactly what he’s doing. But despite legislating far outside his flowers and fields mandate, Jasper’s on safe political ground. Persecuting smokers, today’s unclean among us, requires no courage. They make easy targets. They willfully inhale carcinogen, flouting West Coast edicts of health and “wellness.” To defend the smoker is to defend smoke—byproduct of fire, stainer of teeth, enemy of clear skies. Smokers patronize Big Tobacco. Occupy hospital beds. Flick ashes. They’re the worst. One last time. Back to the bylaw. So what should I do, commissioner Jasper, when bothered by the secondhand waft of my fellow citizen? “I wouldn’t tell anyone what they should do.” Of course not. “But if you wanted to call 311, I guess you could do that.” Incidentally, the Vision-dominated park board last spring voted unanimously for the city-

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On Monday I dropped onto the Facebook page belonging to Critical Mass, a group dedicated to “reclaiming the streets” by riding their bikes, unicycles, mountain bikes and whatever en masse through downtown Vancouver the last Friday of each month, including the one that just passed. Critical Mass organizers say one of their mandates is to make the point the mass of cyclists don’t “block” traffic, but instead “are” traffic and demand respect as such. Which, I guess, is why the Vancouver group’s Facebook page is full of photographs of cycling participants stopped in the middle of the Lions Gate Bridge and doing what looks like blocking traffic. In one photo, one of the cyclists can be seen leaning up against his bike enjoying a can of Strongbow cider, a refreshing alcoholic drink manufactured in England. We also have Strongbow in the fridge at home, but it wouldn’t occur to me to stop my car in the middle of a bridge and hold up traffic while I sat and enjoyed a frosty cold one. So the argument participants of Critical Mass make—that they have the same rights to the road as drivers and pedestrians—doesn’t wash. And while cyclists have to wear helmets, drivers have to wear seatbelts. You can find plenty of online comments from Critical Mass cyclists whining about wearing helmets, but you don’t see comments from drivers bemoaning the injustice of seatbelts. Maybe if the majority of participants in Critical Mass didn’t have such bad reputations

sandrathomas for being thoroughly inconsiderate, others, including drivers, would be more sympathetic to their apparent true cause, which is commonly touted as putting pressure on the city to install bike lanes to improve bike safety. Message to Critical Mass: we not only have bike lines on Burrard Street, which according to you was the Holy Grail of bike routes, but there’s now a bike lane on Dunsmuir and a third ready to open on Hornby. All this leads to the question: what’s the real agenda of this group? And don’t dare call the monthly ride a “protest,” because organizers and participants take real offence to that. Remember, they’re simply reclaiming their rightful place on the streets. Last summer we were at English Bay one balmy evening when the mass rode by after “not blocking” the Lions Gate Bridge for an

hour. An elderly woman with a cane attempted to cross Beach Avenue towards the Sylvia Hotel. Until then, my thoughts on Critical Mass were fairly neutral, but after watching the bad behaviour of dozens of the riders that evening, it became obvious there’s nothing honourable or righteous in what they do. They acted like street thugs, ignoring and taunting not only the woman, but also the men who tried to help her cross the street with her cane. Finally, the group of men helping the woman grew and they made a human barricade to shield her from the bike trafﬁc, whose riders made it clear she was nothing more than collateral damage. And now it seems I’m not the only Vancouverite who believes the group is doing more harm than good and questions its true cause. A visit to the Critical Mass Facebook page shows many residents are taking the time to write negative comments and ask why the group continues to “not block” trafﬁc when its goal has been reached. Some angry contributors to the page are asking for an end to the monthly ride. I also found comments on the Internet from residents who say their solution to the problem is to avoid downtown on the last Friday of every month, as I do. I don’t know what that equals in economic losses for downtown businesses, but maybe it’s time for the city and Vancouver Police Department to rethink their laissez-faire tolerance of these rides. sthomas@vancourier.com

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Visit to mosque part of cross-cultural journey While I nibbled on a veggie wrap at a West Side coffee shop last Thursday, I couldn’t help but think how meeting Elen was akin to a blind date. We met via email and set up the rendezvous via email. All I knew about Elen was that she has three kids. Oh yes, and she’s Muslim, which is what brought us together. For those who’ve read my last two columns, this will be very clear. To those who haven’t, Google Fiona Hughes+Ramadan and you’ll quickly find out what I’m on about. Elen arrived wearing a summery white blouse, black skirt and carrying a stylish black hat. We greeted each other with big smiles and spent the next hour gabbing and laughing away as if we’d known each other for years. We shared our history. Elen, a computer programmer who speaks four languages, is of Iraqi heritage but spent her childhood and formative years in Kuwait. She has also lived in the Czech Republic, Jerusalem, Scotland and finally Vancouver, which has been home for about 15 years. Her parents and brother also live here. She was raised a practising Muslim, but gave up religion when she lived in Jerusalem. “There is nothing like the Holy Land to cure you of religion,” laughed Elen, who is also an accomplished flamenco dancer and what the French would call “pleine de vie.” “I didn’t want anything to do with religion or spirituality when I lived there.” That lasted about eight years until she reached a point in her life and wanted to reconnect with her faith. I asked her to explain the purpose of fasting during the month-long Ramadan. She says when the body is weakened from a lack of food and water, it allows for the divine to enter. Fasting also helps empathize with those who are truly starving. When I told her she struck me as a person who would understand that without fasting, she replied, “It’s always good to be reminded.” Each morning at 4, Elen wakes to eat breakfast. She won’t eat or drink again until sunset, which is about 14 hours at this time of year. The breaking of the fast meal is called iftar. Muslims aren’t supposed to overindulge, but some do, she says. Back in Kuwait, doctors regularly went on TV advising people not to overeat because some ended up in hospital from gorging. Smoking is also not allowed, which makes smokers cranky people to be around, she laughed again. Elen’s husband is a non-religious Palestinian, who doesn’t fast, nor do her children. Elen doesn’t go to a mosque for prayers, which is optional for women, but attends

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ﬁonahughes Sufi meditation on certain Fridays. I’m hoping to see Elen dance this week and catch the movie Eat, Pray, Love with her. She loved the book. I only read half of it. On Friday night, I met Shamsul, an outgoing woman about 60 who asked me to go to her mosque for prayers. She was one of a number of Muslim women invited me into their lives after reading my previous two columns. Shamsul’s life story is fascinating. Her grandparents were brought from India to Fiji as slaves by the British back in the 1800s. Her parents never harboured ill will to the British and Shamsul grew up living harmoniously with Christians, Hindus and other Muslims. Her first experience with religious intolerance happened after she came to Canada in the 1970s. Shamsul has three children, including a son who is married to a Jewish woman. Her family is observant, but can’t all fast. One daughter is a nurse who works 12-hour shifts and obviously can’t fast, Shamsul explains as we drive to her East Side mosque, which is housed in a musty, old church. The women pray in a separate section from the men. I sat quietly in a corner as about 30 mainly older women knelt on the long prayer rugs (some sat on chairs) with their heads covered and prayed in the direction of Mecca as the Imam, whose voice was piped in from upstairs, recited from the Qu’ran in Arabic for about 75 minutes. Part of me felt like an intruder. Many of the women were curious as to my presence while one asked outright if I was Muslim. “No, is that a problem?” replied one older woman assertively. As the women prayed, I got lost in thought, wondered about their lives and worried about how I was going to survive fasting the next day. I didn’t, but my husband succeeded. He’s a good man, but neither of us are keen to fast again. We’re not Muslim after all. That long without water and coffee made us miserable. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances I missed iftar, but am hoping to attend an Eid celebration. fhughes@vancourier.com

Organizers of a new study will give free government heroin to drug users in the Downtown Eastside. file photo Dan Toulgoet To the editor: Re: “Heroin on the menu as SALOME study ﬂies under radar,” Aug. 25. When it was ﬁrst brought up years ago— that nurses were already facilitating/supervising street drugs—many of my nursing colleagues said it runs contra to our professional ethics. Now we have SALOME, and again nurses are roped in to help addicts “tie off.” All this funded by taxpayers and private advocates. My added concern is that “it will all hap-

pen under the watchful eye of nurses from Providence Health Care.” This is a “Catholic health care community,” according to its webpage. I am just amazed that they are involved now in SALOME and support such a project. Very disillusioning. I cannot see that SALOME is for the well-being of the addicts or the community. Thank you for keeping this subject open. Cecilia von Dehn, Vancouver

PNE Board milks Hastings Park for more money

To the editor: Re: “Hastings Park hardly a park,” Aug. 20. Tom Sandborn hit the mark in his editorial about Hastings Park. However, a major reason for the domination of commercial interests was not mentioned. Hastings Park is the second largest park in Vancouver and the only park not governed by the Board of Parks and Recreation. Instead, the PNE Board and city council control Hastings Park. So it is not surprising the latest park plan will double Playland

space because it makes money for the PNE Board. Linda Shuto, Vancouver •••

To the editor: For years this huge acreage has been seen by the PNE Board and city council as a cash cow rather than a public park where East Side residents can enjoy a natural habitat. If we want to experience the serenity of a natural environment we must travel to North Van or Stanley Park. Our voices are being sidelined for the sake of com-

mercialization that does not meet the needs of our community. Gale Tyler, Vancouver

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To the editor: I am shocked to hear about the proposed development and would urge the city to honour the commitment made in 1996 to decrease the commercialization of the park and increase the green space to make Hastings Park a real park for the citizens of Vancouver. Eva Sharell, Vancouver

Aquarium ‘holds sway’ over park board commissioners

To the editor: Re: “Don’t expect aquarium referendum anytime soon,” Aug. 18. Sandra Thomas’s excellent article was refreshing in that it made pretty clear that no matter which civic party dominates the Vancouver Park Board, it’s the aquarium that really holds sway. Unfortunately, successive park board commissioners have been persuaded by the aquarium not only to shut down all talk of a referendum but to water down and ignore a 1996 bylaw that should have led to a gradual phase out of whale and dolphin displays. Patrick Tohill, Toronto, Ont.

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To the editor: A referendum is an opportunity for us to explore the ideas we share about what we do and determine what is done that deﬁnes us as a community. This helps us to shape

and inform our lives in relation to one another and the kind of community we want to be part of. That process was cleverly hijacked. I do not share the idea that containing whales and spending tax money on doing it is a good thing. My long thought and strong opinion is that it is cruel to contain these intelligent and long-ranging whales. Thank you, Sandra Thomas. Lea Johnson, Vancouver

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To the editor: I strongly suspect that as long as money continues to talk, the marine mammals’ freedom may have to be obtained by buying the entire aquarium, including the animals. Unfortunately, our City Fathers would very likely not put the aquarium up for sale if that would mean an end to the circus. Hans Schmid, Vancouver

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City snafu raises sidewalk fears in Kitsilano “EVEN THE CITY DOESN’T REALLY KNOW WHERE HADDEN PARK IS.”

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Residents living near Hadden Park were concerned last week when they heard the city was to build a sidewalk on the tiny green space located at the tip of Kits Point. Area resident Megan Carvell Davis told the Courier the proposal went against everything Harvey Hadden, a wealthy developer who donated the land, wanted for the property. She added most people don’t know the area is called Hadden Park and assume it’s part of Vanier Park because the two parks are adjoining. In 1928, Hadden, an English businessman, bought the land from the CPR and donated it to the city with strict conditions, including the retaining the park for public recreational use and keeping it as natural as possible, restricting the beach solely for swimming and forbidding any encroachment onto the property. “But as it turns out,” said Carvell Davis, “the sidewalk isn’t actually going in Hadden Park. It’s

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going in Kits Point Park. Even the city doesn’t really know where Hadden Park is.” COPE commissioner Loretta Woodcock said the park’s special designation is of obvious concern to Carvell Davis and other residents so she wasn’t surprised to hear from them when Hadden Park was initially included on the list for new sidewalks. “I understand the controversy about the special designation, and that any time there are any changes made at Hadden, its unique history comes up again for debate,” she said. In early August, city staff began installing or replacing sidewalks in parks across the city as part of dozens of projects funded by fed-

Nearby residents were concerned about a sidewalk plan for Hadden Park located at Kits Point. photo Rebecca Blissett eral infrastructure stimulus money that must be spent by March 2011. But because no notice was given, many residents and even the park board were caught off guard when the work began. Woodcock added the sidewalk projects have become a hot topic. She recently attended a meeting

at the Dunbar Community Centre organized after residents said they felt blindsided when the city began installing a sidewalk along the west side of Chaldecott Park with no prior notice. She said as far as the park board is concerned the proposed sidewalks are within street rights-

of-way, so fall on city land. She noted it’s the goal of both the city and park board to increase accessibility across the city. “As much sympathy as I have for residents wanting to stop changes in their neighbourhood environment, removing barriers to accessibility is our policy,” said Woodcock. “Our strategic plan says it simply, ‘Make parks and recreation universally accessible.’” Carvell Davis and members of the Kits Point Residents Association question the city’s choice of locations for new sidewalks in their area. Carvell Davis said the two locations include stretches along Maple and McNicoll streets, when the area that really needs a sidewalk is on Whyte from Chestnut to the Coast Guard Station. “There are a lot of drivers dropping off their boats at the launch, and driving back and forth, but because there are no sidewalks I often end up walking on that road,” she said. “It’s really dangerous so that’s where we need a sidewalk there.” sthomas@vancourier.com

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Shortened school calender concerns community centre Sandra Thomas Staff writer

Vancouver community centres struggling with budget cuts will have the extra burden of keeping young students safe and occupied when the Vancouver School Board closes schools for an 10 extra days over the 2010-2011 school year, says a recreation coordinator. Ron Suzuki, who works at the Strathcona Community Centre in the Downtown Eastside, calls the situation “sad.” “Especially in inner city schools, it’s the teachers that can pinpoint if a kid’s not having a good day, if there’s trouble at home or if they haven’t eaten,” Suzuki said. “What teachers do is so far beyond instruction.” In April the school board voted to close classrooms for 10 extra days next school year, including a second week of spring break and several extended holiday weekends, to help make up the district’s budget shortfall for 2010-2011 of more than $16 million. To compensate for the lost days, the board is extending the school day at elementary schools by an extra 16 minutes and secondary schools by 18 minutes. Suzuki is worried young children without older siblings or extended family to care for them will be left home alone. He believes

Sharon Gregson community centres can offer assistance. “We have a lot of working poor parents who are already scrambling to pay for daycare so this is really sad,” he said. “According to the latest census, 59 per cent of kids in this neighbourhood have single parents. They’re losing their leadership and teachers are stepping in as role models.” He notes even if parents can afford to pay for the extra days of child care, the shortage of spaces in the city means they’re unlikely to ﬁnd a licensed space. Suzuki said the extra 10 days could be more detrimental to young children and youth living on the West Side with two working parents, because they have enough money to possibly make poor choices and get into trouble. Suzuki estimates it will cost each community centre about $26,000 in staff and program costs to offer activities during the extra 10 days. “Our programs are al-

ready planned and budgeted for the next year,” said Suzuki. “I have no idea where this money is going to come from.” Vision Vancouver school board trustee Sharon Gregson said in some cases where the child attends a licensed day care at a school that program will be offered on those days with little or not extra cost to parents. Gregson added while it may appear community centres are being forced to step in as a result of the school board’s decision to eliminate those 10 days, the blame should be placed on cuts by the provincial government. Vision Vancouver park board commissioner Constance Barnes, the liaison to both Strathcona and the city’s childcare strategy, said the board will do what it can to assist community centre associations. “If they need space or equipment, we’re going to make sure they have it,” said Barnes, who noted some community centres are planning to host kids in their gymnasiums if needed. Barnes said providing child care is not considered part of the park board’s mandate. “Just like it’s not core for us to provide meal programs,” said Barnes. “But that’s something I’d like to see revisited.” sthomas@vancourier.com

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Sustainable food event showcases edible ideas Cheryl Rossi Staff writer

Metro Vancouver’s role in furthering the global food security movement has been largely unheralded, says David Beers, founding editor of the online newspaper The Tyee. But that’s changing with Home Grown: Local Sustainable Food, an exhibit and series of events on at the Museum of Vancouver until Jan. 2. The exhibit’s photos, artifacts and events celebrate local food pioneers including Richmond politician Harold Steves who championed the Agricultural Land Reserve in 1973, Herb Barbolet who co-founded FarmFolkCityFolk, a non-profit that promotes local food initiatives in 1993, and James MacKinnon and Alisa Smith who germinated the 100-Mile Diet in 2005. “It’s a real political act to say that a huge swathe of land right next to a fastgrowing city is only going to be used for agricultural purposes. It’s very, very unusual,” Beers said about the land reserve. “Where I grew up in northern California it was all beautiful orchards and berry fields and it’s all now just an endless block of suburbia.” The museum features 39 photos by photojournalist Brian Harris that include farmers and gardens, 12-foot tall shelves awaiting donations of preserves, creative composters and the beekeeping suit of Courier columnist Allen Garr. The museum is hosting three streams of events and talks. Beers, whose The Tyee was the first media outlet to feature MacKinnon and Smith’s writings about the 100-mile diet before they gained global exposure, said their fingerprints are all over his Food and Beers series. On Sept. 23, Todd Bright, executive chef at Wild Rice, will battle Raincity Grill’s head chef Jennifer Peters for the title of local iron chef, using ingredients sourced within a 100 miles of the city, handpicked

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by MacKinnon and Smith. On Oct. 14, an urban grower, a processor and packager and a distributor will discuss regulations and ways of making food systems more sustainable. “I hope some politicians are in the room because I think a lot of what’s frustrating the local food movement here are regulatory obstacles,” Beers said. “There’s the necessary focus on health and safety, but a lot of regulations grew up around that are based on a factory approach of food production, so massive slaughterhouses, for example, versus local meat processing.” On Nov. 25, MacKinnon and Smith will present 10 local food ideas at work in other North American cities. And on Dec. 8, they’ll appear via Skype to discuss, along with others, Vancouver’s new food writing. FarmFolkCityFolk provided much of the content for the exhibit and has organized talks on the ﬁrst Thursday evening of every month. The Downtown Eastside Kitchen Tables project, a collaboration between the Downtown Eastside Neighbourhood House and the Potluck Café Society that aims to put more healthy food on kitchen tables in the Downtown Eastside, will host discussions with food activists and members of the community on the third Sunday of every month, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the museum. As for his series, Beers hopes the name Food and Beers doesn’t plant seeds of disappointment. “They might show up thinking they’re going to get a cold one,” he said. “But it’s a disappointment I’ve dealt with my whole life.” For more information, see museumofvancouver.ca. crossi@vancourier.com

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oad pricing is contentious. While advocates tout its efficiency and effectiveness in reducing congestion and the environmental impact of motor vehicles, drivers object to the added cost. Low-income drivers are said to be especially unfairly burdened. But the real question, as Lisa Cedric Hughes Schweitzer and Brian Taylor explore in “Just Road Pricing” in Access #36, the magazine of the University of California Transportation Centre is whether road pricing burdens the poor more than other ways of paying for roads. Traditional sources of revenue for transportation infrastructure are drying up. As the buying power of fuel taxes has declined over the years, to finance new roads and infrastructure upgrades, governments have made up for the funding shortfall by tolling, but also by borrowing money, and by turning to general taxes and especially sales taxes. Ms. Schweitzer and Mr. Taylor note that “sales taxes are automatically collected a few cents at a time from all consumers, and are hidden in a large number of transactions.” This makes annual sales tax costs more opaque to the average consumer. Sales taxes also shift part of the tax burden onto visitors. But, they ask, whether sales taxes are an inherently fairer or more effective way of financing the costs of roads than road pricing? Fairness is not an objective measure but, in the context of taxation, progressive taxes—like income tax which impose a higher tax rate on higher income earners— are thought to be ‘fairer’ than regressive taxes—like sales taxes which impose the same rate on all consumers. The burden of regressive taxes falls proportionally more heavily on lower income earners. In California the most common type of

priced road is the High Occupancy/Toll or HOT lane. Ms. Schweitzer and Mr. Taylor examined the 91 Express Lanes, which are the HOT lanes in the median of a 10-mile stretch of a congested freeway linking jobrich Orange County with housing-rich Barrister & Solicitor San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. They compared the population who paid the $34 million in tolls collected on the road in 2003 with the population who would have paid that amount had it been collected through sales taxes in Orange County that same year. They found that the heaviest users of the 91 Express Lanes—and the largest beneficiaries of them—were primarily from middle- and upper-middle income households both inside and outside of Orange County. The Orange County study also suggests that switching from tolls to sales taxes would have “shifted the burden of paying for the road from users to non-users, and away from middle-income people and onto both the rich and the poor. People in the poorest households in Orange County almost never use the 91 Express Lanes. So while few of the poor enjoy the time savings of travel in the tolled lanes, they also don’t pay for the road space that benefits others.” The conclusion: Funding freeway capacity with sales taxes was a pro-auto/pro-driving policy that effectively taxed all residents, rich and poor alike, while providing benefits to a much smaller group of drivers and their passengers.

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Mat Wilcox laughs at the idea the closure of her prominent and influential PR firm is in any way a crisis. “This is a well thought-out decision with no drama,” she wrote in response to email questions from the Courier. “This is far from a crisis.” On Aug. 12, Wilcox announced the pending closure of Wilcox Group, a Vancouver public relations agency specializing in the management of corporate upheavals and unanticipated turmoil. “In terms of my own brand management,” she wrote, “well, my actions speak louder than words. I am not afraid to say we need to change and I am not afraid to lead the way. I am also not afraid to have people say, ‘She is wrong,’ because I don’t think I am.” The closure of Wilcox Group, founded in 1995, was “seamless” and the firm donated furniture and art to health clinics and organizations in the Downtown Eastside. Fourteen employees were laid off, but almost all have since found work. Wilcox made the decision to close shop because she felt the communications and public relations industries were dramatically changed by social media. She said small businesses can now compete on a more level playing field with the world’s biggest corporate giants. “My current passion is how to think through the best way for big corporations to manage this new medium.” Wilcox said she is driven to make the most of the new communication tools and better understand how consumers and audiences respond to the messages of her clients, which have included KFC, Taco Bell, Terasen Gas and Telus. She will continue to work with business leaders across Canada. “That is my area of focus and passion.

“MY CURRENT PASSION IS HOW TO THINK THROUGH THE BEST WAY FOR BIG CORPORATIONS TO MANAGE THIS NEW MEDIUM.” Mat Wilcox

I work with CEOs on wrapping their heads around the future—not the oldfashioned past.” After she announced the closure of Wilcox Group, a Toronto ad firm blogged that “Social Media killed the PR star” and suggested Wilcox was not capable of adapting and succeeding in the new media landscape. “I am not dead yet!” she responded. “Social media did not ‘kill’ anyone.” That some PR firms are not tweeting strikes her as lost potential. Wilcox is the subject of a B.C. Business profile that hits newsstands Sept. 7. Matt O’Grady, the magazine’s editor in chief, said the article also explores the issues she raised by closing Wilcox Group and tackles the “debate within the PR community about whether social media is killing their business or not.” Wilcox said there is nothing that fails to excite her about today’s media landscape. “Many companies leave their social media in the hands of more junior employees when in fact it should be linked to the ofﬁce of the CEO and the strategic direction of the company,” she wrote. “Many are loathe to have a personality in social media… are boring and no one cares. Empathy, interesting information, and a sense of humour will win the day. But you need to be fast—the Internet is 24/7 and no one has the patience to wait for you.” mstewart@vancourier.com

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The East Vancouver Farmers Market at Trout Lake is holding its annual Tomato Festival, Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Besides enjoying a day at the market, shoppers can also check out the Tomato Beauty Contest, where vendors will be showing off their best tomatoes, which will judged on looks, taste and size. Vendors are also donating their most interesting varieties of heirloom tomatoes for sampling and kids will want to take part in the Tomato Scavenger Hunt, which will have them asking questions at market stalls and trying out different varieties of tomatoes. Scavenger hunt kits can be found at the market information booth and fun prizes will be awarded when kids complete their tasks. The East Vancouver Farmers Market takes place in the north parking lot of the Trout Lake Community Centre, 3350 Victoria Dr.

Blood cycle

Today, Sept. 1, cycling and losing blood can be a positive combination. From 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., cyclists can visit Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition (VACC) and Canadian Blood Services’ blood donor commuter station at the corner of Dunsmuir and Granville. Dropping by the station with a bike helmet to book an appointment to donate earns cyclists snacks, coffee, bike maps, the chance to win prizes, including the services of Giant Bicycle mechanics, similar to VACC’s set-up during Bike to Work Week, which will next run Nov. 1 to 7. Cyclists can pick up resources on safe cycling and have the opportunity to be involved in the VACC’s Streetwise Cycling course. The new Dunsmuir Street separated bike lane passes Canadian Blood Services’ blood donor clinic at Suite 200, 888 Dunsmuir St. The commuter station is meant to highlight the need to donate and the ease of visiting the downtown blood donor clinic for people who work close by and commute by bike.

The last 10 pounds

Those looking to lose a layer of flab before donning cozy layers for winter might want to check out the latest Ten Pound Down weight loss challenge, which runs Sept. 5 to Oct. 17 at the Kitsilano Community Centre. The six-week program includes diet workshops, boot camps, walk-athons, a weight room program, guest speakers and online blogging support. Even a five-pound down challenger could win prizes donated by Forerunners, Capers, Soul Reflexions, The Garden Health and the park board. The program will make a donation to the B.C. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals for every pound lost. For more information, see www.tenpounddown.com.

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Thousands of students head back to school Sept. 7, so the Courier checked in with Vision Vancouver School Board chair Patti Bacchus about what to expect in 2010/11 after the district slashed millions from its budget and school closures are possible. Courier: Many parents aren’t just focused on schools re-opening, but about the prospect some may close for good. What are you telling them? Bacchus: It’s still very early in the process. We’re focusing on the start to another good year. We know it will be a little bit more challenging with some of the reductions in terms of stafﬁng. Overall, the school district is strong… we may see some impact as things get settled. We may see reduced library time, possibly reduced access to special education support through resources teachers and possibly reductions in counselling staff. But we know the schools will work very hard to ensure students get as high a level of support as possible. Courier: Are you concerned the cuts, combined with school closures, will overshadow everything else that happens this year? Bacchus: The beginning of a school year is always a time of opportunity and possibility. We know we have ﬁnancial challenges but we are also a high-performing school system. We still have great work being done. Our students, relative to other jurisdictions around the world, fare very well. We have good outcomes. We can always do better, but we have lots of exciting initiatives and there’s lots of conversation around 21st century learning. Courier: You recently attended a

School Board chair Patti Bacchus said the budget dispute shook public conﬁdence in the school system. file photo Dan Toulgoet technology conference on 21st century learning, which is a buzzword in education circles. What did you learn that can or should be applied to the VSB? Bacchus: What I think of when we talk about 21st century learning is what people have known for years as good teaching practice, but practice that is more and more enabled by the support of technology. The role of teachers and the values we need to teach has not changed but the ability to individualize learning is a lot easier with the support of the many technological options that are increasingly available. Courier: The VSB is getting on Facebook and Twitter. What does that mean for the public? Bacchus: We’re all learning. The school district probably lags a little bit behind where the kids are, but we’re trying to catch up to the kids. They’ve been there for a few years now. We’re looking at the possibility of how we can use social media to improve our communication with parents and possibly students. It’s new ground and to be honest we don’t have a lot of staff time to devote to this.

Courier: What will be the major issues in the district this year other than obvious ones? Bacchus: Discussions around the K-12 aboriginal mini-school. I also wrote the premier asking for a meeting because we met with [the government] in April 2009 and they said come back when you want to talk about more specific projects. We still want to implement the Mandarin immersion program and there’s lots of talk at the political level about ties with China and possibilities with that. Twenty-first century learning is big and, of course, school closures. In talking to people, I tell them we’re not talking about selling off school lands. We’re looking at shifting populations and demographics. When there are fewer school-aged kids, relative to the population than there has been in the past, if the needs of communities have changed, how can we look at this, in conjunction with the city and park board? What is it that communities need? If we have fewer kids but a larger segment of, say, seniors is there a way we can use the neighbourhood of learning concept. Instead of just boarding up a school or selling it, is there another way we can serve communities and work together and keep the lands serving communities and keep them in public hands? Courier: You’ve had time reflect on the dispute between the Ministry of Education and the VSB during the last school year. Would you do anything differently? Bacchus: What I didn’t like about the way it played out is it came off as a battle between the VSB and the ministry and, at times, it was portrayed personally between the minister and myself. I do worry that while we’re advocating as hard as we can for what this system needs to work to its full potential, I do worry that that dispute undermined public confidence in what is truly a very strong school system. noconnor@vancourier.com

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Statistics Canada reports that increasing numbers of seniors are taking university classes and other programs, and there are several reasons for this. People in the 60-plus age group may be semiretired or retired and have time on their hands during the day. Plus, there are so many interesting and informative courses, workshops, speaker series and assorted interactive educational opportunities available locally. As they do each year, Simon Fraser University offers seniors programs geared at the golden set. Julian Benedict is the coordinator of the SFU Seniors Program, and he says lifelong learning is one of the best ways to stay healthy, active and engaged in later life. He’ll be hosting a presentation on Saturday, Sept. 25 with the Mature Women’s Network that will offer an overview of the program. It allows seniors to explore the many different courses, free forums and outreach programs that will be offered in the fall at the SFU downtown campus. And it’s in the daytime, for the convenience and safety of seniors. Benedict not only manages the courses for the seniors program, he regularly writes articles on lifelong learning for various publications, and is a real expert on the subject. Anyone interested in pursuing classes and lectures in the fall would benefit from attending this informative workshop. “Exploring the Benefits of Lifelong Learning” takes place at the 411 Seniors Centre on Dunsmuir from 12:30 to 3 pm on the 25th, and the cost to attend is $4. Call 604-681-3986 for registration details. See next page for a small sampling of the upcoming curriculums.

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The University of British Columbia

Lifelong learning, especially in the university milieu, can be a path to enrichment and enjoyment in retirement years. Downtown Vancouver’s UBC Robson Square offers morning, afternoon and evening courses in a wide range of subjects, including arts, history, philosophy, sociology, literature, music, current events and more – all at a special price for those 65 and older. Coming this fall: “Critical Issues in Aboriginal Life and Thought” is a col-

laboration of the UBC First Nations Studies Program, the First Nations House of Learning, the Irving. K. Barber Learning Centre and UBC Continuing Studies. Takes place six Tuesdays - Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 2, 9 & 30, Dec. 7, 7-9pm; UBC Robson Square. Free, with limited seating. For general info, contact UBC Continuing Studies at 604-8221444; email: information@cstudies.ubc.ca.

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SFU’s Seniors Program offers noncredit courses featuring Canadiana, world politics, music and theatre analysis, and more. The Lifelong Learner’s Society presents a series of informative lectures on topics of general interest to the public; the first one begins Sept. 11 and focuses on “Afghanistan issues”. Each forum is about 45-50 minutes long, followed by a question and answer

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School at Burrard and Helmcken Streets, and King George High School at Burrard and Nelson... 1301 Davie, 1642 Robson, 1330 Pendrell, 1163 Cardero (where war was declared,) 1055 Denman and many more. The usual routine for my widowed mother, older sister and I was to cook on a two-ring hotplate in our room, share a bed (separated by a line of pillows so my sister and I wouldn’t fight,) and wait in line for the use of the bathroom, the only place where water was available. The rooming-house latch-key kids used English Bay for swimming and sun-tanning, Second Beach for high-bar and rings for stunts and the Brockton Point Oval for training for the yearly track meet at Hastings Park. We didn’t go away (who could afford it?) for holidays in the summer like privileged kids, but used Stanley Park’s offerings for our amusement. In the Depression and war years, everyone shared the roominghouse life and thought nothing of deprivation.

Sometimes we lived in an attic above a store and had the roof-top to serve as a patio. 1243 Davie was just such a place, where we were allowed by a lenient landlady to keep a cocker spaniel puppy called Baby, and a tomcat called Tama, on the roof. Pets were not always allowed in rooming-houses. Rooming-house people were a friendly lot, usually mothers with kids, whose husbands were overseas. Everywhere in town were men in uniform, and women too - CWACS, WRENS and Air Force girls. And, oh, the happy day when the man of the family was home on leave from the war, even though the rooming-house tenancy was hardpressed to accommodate an additional body. One helpful aspect of rooming-house life was that the rental rooms were furnished adequately. Wheelbarrows could be borrowed to move personal belongings from one address to another, usually a move to gain a cheaper rent for when wages were low.

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Attending the Italian ToyWatch shindig at Opus, Darcy Hordichuk resisted picking up a timepiece for his sometimes tardy Canucks teammate Shane O’Brien.

Kasondra and Jacqui Cohen were among the wellheeled enjoying LaStella’s ﬁne Italian-style wines: Leggiero, Fortissimo and Maestoso.

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Stellar LaStella: High society met wine society as LaStella Winery principals Sean and Saeedeh Salem hosted the ultimate summer celebration. Oenophiles were wined with Italian-style vintages and dined at the invitation-only, Tuscan-inspired Symphony for the Senses soiree that rivalled Jacqui Cohen’s Face the World Foundation wingding. Winemakers James Cambridge and Severine Pinte poured their winning Leggiero, Fortissimo and Maestoso boutique wines, Joy Road Catering cooked and the Okanagan Symphony Strings and Vancouver’s Classical Nouveaux performed at the Osoyoos lakeside affair. Tales from the city: Boldly told, the truth is better than fiction… and more entertaining. So says producer Sean Cook who along with Soren Burch will host Telling Tales at Ivo Staiano’s New Bohemian resto in Kits. Reviving the art of storytelling, folks are invited to share their true life story in 10 minutes or less with audience members deciding on the night’s best. Following its initial success earlier this year, the story night will run the first and third Monday of each month. “We’ve been so captivated by electronic storytelling, we’ve forgotten how entertaining a real person telling their best story can be,” remarked the local playwright and school teacher. 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.

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Fieldnotes

Canadians hit and run

The Vancouver Canadians secured their first playoff appearance in five years as they topped the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes 6-5 on Monday night at Scotiabank Field at Nat Bailey Stadium. The visiting team opened scoring in the first two innings, bringing in three runs off starting pitcher Kyle Christensen. Vancouver’s A.J. Kirby Jones cut the lead in the second inning with a record-setting home run. With 4,961 in attendance, the five-foot-10 slugger from Tennessee hit his 13th home run of the summer to surpass a club record set in 2005 for the most homers in the Canadians short season. The Canadians eventually went on to win and end the regular season with 23 wins and seven losses to finish atop the North West division. They travel to Everett, Wash. to face the AquaSox Sept. 6 for the first of three straight on the road for the West Division Second Half Championship. —Megan Stewart

Marino vs. Williams

Vancouver’s Rebecca Marino had 10 aces in the first Grand Slam win of her career and faces Venus Williams today in the second round of the U.S. Open. She defeated No. 100 ranked Ksenia Pervak of Russia 6-4, 4-7, 7-5 in a close match of powerful serving and long rallies that lasted two hours and 19 minutes. Marino, 19, started the qualifying round ranked No. 179 and stands to climb the rankings by 30 spots. She is ranked No. 1 in B.C. and is top five in Canada. The graduate of Magee secondary was identified as the top prospect for recruiting NCAA universities in 2008 but turned down a scholarship at Georgia Tech to turn pro and play the women’s professional circuit instead. Just shy of six-foot-two, Marino competed in qualifying draws at the French Open, Australian Open and Wimbledon earlier this summer but did not advance. Venus Williams is ranked No. 3 and holds seven Grand Slam titles as a singles competitor and 12 more in doubles competition. —Megan Stewart

Vancouver entrepreneurs Rob Foxall (left) and Les Robertson longboard trek across Kenya.

Funds will go towards business training centre in Kenya

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Les Robertson and Rob Foxall are crossing Kenya from the capital to the coast on four small but robust urethane wheels. Justin Long packed freestyle skis to a 16,000-foot summit to descend a disappearing glacier. These Vancouver entrepreneurs are pursuing extreme and exhausting feats in the name of social enterprise—the business of making money and making change. “If my blood, sweat and tears will encourage my peers and network to perk up and pay attention enough to give—then sweat, bleed and cry I will,” wrote Robertson from rural Kenya earlier this week during the Skate4Kenya trek. A UBC Sauder School of Business graduate, both men will longboard skateboarding from Nairobi to Mombasa, 440 kilometres to the east, in support of a business training centre for young entrepreneurs in Kenya. The graduate program runs a course called Social Enterprise 101, which under the guidance of associate professor Nancy Langton, connected business mentorship and opportunity with youth living in one of the continent’s largest slums. Robertson and Foxall, both riding longboards made in North Vancouver by Rayne, are raising $20,000 to open

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a business training centre year round. They also hope Kenyans will take note of their example. “Westerners are not just about ‘aid,’” said Robertson. “We are invested in the positive growth of the nation and its people.” His aspiration is that “global entrepreneurial citizens” will grow out of their efforts to teach fundamental business skills.

Long board trip Les Roberson and Rob Foxall plan to skateboard 440 kilometres from the Kenyan capital of Nairobi to the ancient port city of Mombasa.

He said a lot of the Kenyans he meets through the Sauder program want to create socially beneﬁcial businesses such as garbage collection, eco-tourism, educational programs for street kids, safe toilets in underdeveloped neighbourhoods, and a text messaging service that delivers pre-natal and maternal health care to mothers. “In Kenya… any business creates a social beneﬁt because the economics of it help drive prosperity. Entrepreneurship—self sustenance—will help end poverty,” he said. “The biggest misnomer is that a social business cannot or does not turn

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a profit. Social does not necessarily mean purely not-for-profit or charity.” By tackling the challenge of distance and over-land trekking, Robertson says he shows his commitment to his cause and draws attention to it. Justin Long shares this sentiment. In June he ascended the Stanley Plateau Glacier in Uganda, widely considered one of the most dangerous summits in Africa, to raise money for children’s health and support a Ugandan hospital. When he reached the peak, he strapped on a pair of skis. He couldn’t see 15 feet ahead because of fog, but the visibility was not the greatest challenge. “The glacier is breaking apart,” he said once back in Vancouver. “There were crevasses on either side of me.” A lack of fresh water threatens to become a major health concern in eastern Africa, said Long, who is a Nevada resident in his fourth year at SFU. He aspires to climb and ski the most perilous peaks on each continent to show others that giving a little support to a worthwhile cause is straightforward but significant. “It’s a dangerous thing to do, but the danger element is a great way to get people involved,” he said. Fundraising demands a little blood, sweat and tears. The adrenaline is a bonus. mstewart@vancourier.com

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Commuter receives $167 ticket for failing to obey trafﬁc sign

Cycling advocates peddle stop sign rule change Megan Stewart Staff writer

It was like any other morning commute for James Carruthers on Friday, Aug. 20. The senior executive with B.C. Women’s Hospital Foundation was cycling west on 10th Avenue, making a routine trip on the designated bike route he’d used hundreds of times since moving to Vancouver from Ontario in 2005. When he reached the four-way stop at Manitoba Street, he slowed his pace, scanned for trafﬁc and rolled ahead without coming to a complete stop. “Not only can I tell if there are other vehicles at the intersection as I approach it, I can see well beyond to know even if other vehicles are anywhere near the intersection,” Carruthers, 39, told the Courier. There were no other vehicles, pedestrians or cyclists in sight, he said. “There was no one there but me.” “I safely and quickly proceeded through the intersection. No one’s safety was even remotely at risk.” Carruthers broke the law. A police cruiser lay waiting and an of-

ficer issued a $167 ticket for failing to obey the traffic sign. Cycling advocates across B.C. are pushing to change this road rule and amend the provincial Motor Vehicle Act so cyclists like Carruthers can legally yield at a stop sign instead of completely putting on the breaks before accelerating again. The “stop as yield law” or “rolling stop law” is associated with Idaho after the state became the first—and so far, the only—North American jurisdiction to implement such right-of-way allowances in 1983. The statute allows any bicycle or human-powered vehicle “after slowing to a reasonable speed and yielding the right-of-way” to “cautiously make a turn or proceed through the intersection without stopping.” At a steady red light, a cyclist must come to a full stop but can then lawfully cross against the light. “Cyclists have to basically follow all the rules that govern motor vehicles,” said Arno Schortinghuis, a director with Metro Vancouver and B.C. cycling coalitions. But most vehicles are far heavi-

James Carruthers was ticketed for failing to stop at a four-way in Mount Pleasant. photo Rebecca Blissett er, travel at much higher speeds and afford less visibility than a bicycle, he said. “A bicycle should be treated differently. They don’t have near the level of danger that vehicles have.” The Motor Vehicle Act could

also beneﬁt from a new title, said Schortinghuis. “We’d actually like to see the name changed to the ‘Road Users Act’ or something to include cyclists and pedestrians.” Scott Edwards, who manages Vancouver’s greenway transpor-

tation project, says the Motor Vehicle Act must change before the city can rewrite the rules of the road to suit the more vulnerable users identified by Schortinghuis. In the interim, said Edwards, cycling infrastructure such as traffic circles allow cyclists to keep rolling. COPE Coun. Geoff Meggs wants the Motor Vehicle Act amended to reflect the many vehicles that share city streets. He will seek support for a motion in support of a change at the annual meeting of the Union of British Columbia Municipalities in October. Carruthers is disputing the traffic ticket. “Catch me running a red light at a busy intersection or riding dangerously, weaving among cars on a busy auto-route—then you’ll see me put my tail between my legs and pay the ticket early for the discount,” he said. “I simply can’t believe that deploying officers to catch commuter cyclists radar-trap style on one of the quietest, most popular cycle routes we have, is anything less than a gross misuse of valuable law enforcement and city resources.” mstewart@vancourier.com

Soccer squad heads to Brazil for Homeless World Cup

Megan Stewart Staff writer

Patrick Oleman knows the exact date he ﬁrst headed to the pitch in Oppenheimer Park to kick around a soccer ball. That day in October 2009 was an important milestone.

“It was one month since I was clean,” he said. After seven years abusing crystal meth and living in a downtown shelter, Oleman found a new pastime that he credits with his health and happiness. “That’s what the team does—it helps people on the street.” His soccer teammates

pressed Oleman to keep turning out for practice. “They didn’t judge me for what I was doing.” Instead, they saw his dedication and accountability. “I was still showing up.” He’s now a co-captain of the Canadian national team and will wear the maple leaf at the Homeless World

Cup in Rio de Janeiro. Oleman, compact with bright brown eyes and two missing front teeth, is one of eight men from the Downtown Eastside who will head to Brazil in two weeks to compete in the international soccer tournament that uses street soccer to beneﬁt the lives of the

world’s most poor and disadvantaged. Of these men, few have ever left Canada. Most now carry their ﬁrst passport. Oleman co-captains the team with Kevin King, a younger man with a similar story who was homeless for more than ﬁve years. “I pressed on. I had survival

skills,” King said. This week, King marked his hundredth day drug-free. Later this month, he’ll board a plane for the ﬁrst time. “I took it as an opportunity to do something with my time other than smoking drugs and rather than be around other addicts,” he said. Continued on page 29

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Continued from page 28 Street soccer in Vancouver began three years ago with a team called the Dreamcatchers. It eventually folded and two other teams formed through the recruitment of the PHS Community Services Society. The Sun Eagles and Portland FC filled their rosters with men and women living in shelters and hotels in the Downtown Eastside. Players from these two squads will play for Canada in four-on-four street soccer. To qualify for the 64-nation Homeless World Cup, players are currently, previously or at risk for homelessness. Canada has sent a team since 2004 and is ranked 33rd internationally. Athletic talent is essential but had less of an influence on team selection than a player’s dedication, camaraderie and who would benefit from the experience. “It’s a reward for their effort. They have been really dedicated,” said the national team coach, Alan Bates. A psychiatry resident at Mount St. Joseph Hospital, Bates is the team’s coach

but not their physician or counsellor. “Sometimes something might come up, but only if the guys come to me.” King says his teammates keep him accountable but drug and alcohol abuse is no reason to keep anyone off the team. Indeed, the opposite is true. “Even if you are actually using, if you want to come out and play, then come on out. I can now say these guys are true friends—if they didn’t show up at a practice, I’d wonder what had happened.” King and Oleman are considering teaming up and coaching soccer to kids. “It’s a beautiful thing,” said King. mstewart@vancourier.com

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Team Canada thanks its supporters Sept. 1 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Doolins Pub at Granville and Nelson. $15 gets you a burger and a beer. Proceeds beneﬁt the team.

Akbal Singh carries the ball for a gain against his alma mater, UBC Thunderbirds. The alumni athlete dressed Saturday along with a roster of former CIS college players and defeated the active T-Birds 40-35. One of the greatest running backs in UBC history, Singh’s numerous rushing records still stand. He won the Vanier Cup in 1997 along side QB Shawn Olson, now in his ﬁrst season as the T-Birds’ head coach. The T-Birds regular season begins 1 p.m. Sept. 4 at home against the University of Alberta. photo Megan Stewert

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3 4 1. After a summer-long hiatus, Vancouver’s only televised variety show, Paul Anthony’s Talent Time, is back Sept. 1, 9 p.m. at the Biltmore Cabaret. The Back to School Specialthemed evening includes Veda Hille’s Vancouver Complaints Choir, a 12-year-old violin prodigy, square dancers and the always popular cover-charge piñata. Info at talenttime.tv. 2. Acclaimed monologist Mike Daisey performs his latest work The Agony and Ecstasy of Steve Jobs Sept. 2, 7 p.m. at Vancity Theatre. Daisey examines the fascinating life of Apple’s black turtleneck wearing CEO—described as “a real-life Willy Wonka whose deep obsessions have shaped our modern age.” For tickets and info, go to viff.org.

3. Recent Jessie Richardson Award-winners David Bloom and Ryan Biel team up for David Mamet’s melancholy comedy A Life In Theatre at the Recital Hall of the Vancouver Playhouse Sept. 2 to 5. For info and tickets, call 604-873-3311 or go to at www.vancouverplayhouse.com. 4. Published by Anvil Press, A Room in the City presents Gabor Gasztonyi’s ﬁve-year project of photographing the residents of the Cobalt, Balmoral, Regent and Sunrise hotels in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Vancouver Photo Workshops Gallery (14 West Seventh Ave.) hosts a launch and exhibition for the book Sept. 2, 7 p.m. For more info, go to www.anvilpress.com.

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After six tortuous weeks of sunshine, laughter and smiles, all we can say is thank goodness it’s finally over. No, not summer. We’re talking about Michael Ignatieff’s six-week, cross-Canada summer tour, known as the “barbecue circuit,” filled with kissing babies, shaking hands, flipping burgers and re-grilling the federal Liberal leader’s image into something vaguely down-to-earth and almost human. In fact, such blatant and, sadly, successful attempts to win the hearts of sun-drunk citizens is a longtime tradition in Canadians politics. In June 2005, then-Opposition leader Stephen Harper announced he was hitting the barbecue circuit to “address the party’s policy positions on health, childcare and the economy,” but, more importantly, add some levity to his humourless persona and prove to Canadians there was indeed life behind his cold, dead, malamute eyes. Later in the House of Commons, then-Prime Minister Paul Martin offered Harper some sage advice for working the barbecue circuit, holding up a copy of the South Beach Diet book, which Martin had been following to watch his weight. “I understand the dangers of the barbecue circuit,” he said.

“And I would therefore like to table this document for the beneﬁt of the leader of the Opposition this summer.” What fun. Good thing there weren’t more important issues to be debated, like a looming ﬁnancial crisis. Of course, Harper went on to become prime minister and Paul Martin went on to burn all his copies of the South Beach Diet and now cries every time he smells charcoal. As for Ignatieff’s summer of love, it seems to have done the dude a world of good. “It changed me,” he declared while basking in the afterglow of his summer-long foreplay with Canada’s easily excited nether regions. We imagine him wearing a terrycloth bathrobe and smoking while saying this. “Michael Ignatieff got his mojo back this summer,” Nova Scotia Liberal MP and former Paul Martin cabinet minister Scott Brison told the Globe and Mail, adding the equally-out-ofdate Austin Powers refrain, “Yeah, baby.” We may have made that last part up. In the meantime, the Liberal caucus—man, we like saying that word—are shacked up until Wednesday in the picturesque lakeside setting of Baddeck, Nova Scotia to talk shop and trade stories about their experiences on the

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Is your new double album a result of a tremendous creative spurt, an unwillingness to self-edit or some kind of intense vitamin regimen?

The truth is I’m an obsessive-compulsive personality. One of the things I’m obsessive about is songwriting so I write a lot more than your average songwriter. Also being maladjusted to life I create a lot of chaos and so I’ve got more to write about and also more time since I have fewer friends. I also have a songwriting partner. I never credit him because he’s a cat, so he often tries to sneak into publicity photos. It’s a cry for help as well as for songwriting credits.

The album was recorded in five days. What’s the secret to maximizing one’s output in a short amount of time?

Rodney DeCroo credits his little buddy Byron with his recent creative spurt resulting in the 24-song double album Queen Mary Trash.

5. What’s the secret to logging so 8. You’ve rocked a beard long before

many miles on the Trans-Canada and coming back relatively intact?

Intact? Just because the hurt is on the inside doesn’t mean it isn’t there. I might be laughing on the outside but inside I weep. Compulsive touring is not a sign of emotional wellbeing.

I imagine you must have people constantly requesting cover songs when you play bars. Are there any songs you won’t play out of principle?

My band hates me. If it wasn’t for the hard drugs and Tim Hortons’ gift certiﬁcates, they would’ve left me years ago. They’ll do anything to avoid being around me for extended periods of time.

A man asked me to play Garth Brook’s “Friends In Low Places” in Red Deer once. I scooped out his eyeball with a soup spoon and crazy glued it to the brim of my baseball cap. I don’t get asked for covers that often.

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Are you a taskmaster in the recording studio? No. I do a lot of pleading.

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strument that will never be allowed on one of your albums? The ﬂute.

while travelling with others in a cramped van?

We tour in a rental van. The band makes me shower once a week. I’m also expected to change my undergarments every three days. Supposedly, this makes the van smell better.

most hip young dudes on Main Street could even grow one. Do you feel any resentment towards hipsters’ appropriation of facial hair?

Listen, they’re not hipsters, they’re tourists. If they’re still rocking the womb broom after 40 then I’ll acknowledge their existence.

What’s your favourite restaurant to eat at in Vancouver?

I love Nick’s Spaghetti House. When I was a kid I used to go over to my friend Jimmy Rossi’s house a lot. His grandmother made the world’s best spaghetti with meatballs and we’d eat it in the basement rec room while watching Hogan’s Heroes. Nick’s is like that for me, minus the Bob Crane sexy video allusion. Nick’s is kind of like great spaghetti, friendship, mildew, bad TV and innocence all rolled up in one big tasty meatball.

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Anxiety is my best friend. It’s the secret of my success. I don’t relax. Ever. —Michael Kissinger

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Now playing at Tinseltown, Van East Reviewed by Julie Crawford

Blind is the best way to go into a horror film (any film, actually). When the scares are the heart of the beast, what fun is it if you’ve seen the trailer and can anticipate them? There are one or two such moments from The Last Exorcism that show up in trailers and video clips but are best enjoyed with fresh eyes, whether they’re wide open or hidden behind fingers. Louisiana preacher Cotton Marcus (Patrick Fabian) wants to come clean. He’s been duping his dad’s congregation ever since he “spontaneously” spouted the word of God as a kid and was hailed as a preaching prodigy. In truth he was coached, and church-goers were duped. Cotton’s own faith wavered over the years, but he was happy to spread the word. Cotton’s dad performed 120 exorcisms over the years, apparently with faith on his side. Cotton took over the family business, armed with the good book and good intentions, but no real belief that what he was doing was doing much of anything. That seed of doubt having turned into a whole mess of self-loathing, Cotton invites a camera crew along to come clean and expose the exorcism racket for what he says it is: dangerous prestidigitation performed on the weak. Cotton slaps a magnetic Christian fish decal onto the back of the SUV and away he and two crew members go to visit 16-year-old Nell Sweetzer (Ashley Bell), a pleasant girl whose father suspects that she is unknowingly slaughtering all the livestock on their farm. Nell is home-schooled. So is her creepy brother Caleb (Caleb Landry Jones). Dad Louis (Louis Herthum) pulled them all from the local Baptist church after his wife died, because the pastor was too progres-

sive and played inappropriate hymns. It becomes quickly clear that Nell isn’t the only one in the family with issues. Thanks perhaps to horror-guru Eli Roth, screenwriters take great care with the characters, something of an anomaly in the horror genre. We get to know a lot about Cotton and his crisis of conscience, his upbringing, his own wife and son. And we become invested in the Sweetzer family as the tension builds, then get scary fast. Is Nell really possessed by one of the 20 demons in Cotton’s ancient book, or is she mentally ill? The film keeps us guessing for an impressively long time. Director Daniel Stamm (A Necessary Death) employs jerky, docu-style camerawork and heavy breathing (in the Cloverfield, Blair Witch Project vein) to give the whole affair a violent realism. Some cool contortion, a full moon, creepy, childlike drawings: the elements are all lined up for some serious scares. If you want to nit-pick, then the accents aren’t Louisiana enough, and some of the religious iconography is too old-school for a backwoods fundamentalist household. But the only big disappointment is the ending, too abrupt and a bit of a cheat, based on all the care that was taken with the rest of the film. To be less vague would give it all away, but had the ending gone in another direction the overall impact of the film would’ve been far creepier. No, this isn’t an Exorcism sequel. The only witty acknowledgment of that film, and on Catholics specifically: “They get all the press because they had the movie.” Strong writing and convincing acting elevate this film above standard horror fare. The Last Exorcism is a good entry point for new horror fans—legitimately thrilling without an excess of gore—which means that most will enjoy it, but diehard slice-and-dice fans will leave the PG-13 flick yawning. jcrawfordfilm@gmail.com

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Voyeuristic play offers plenty to look at, not much to care about Blue Surge

At Studio 16 until Sept. 5 Tickets: 604.684.2787 www.ticketstonight.ca Reviewed by Jo Ledingham

If Doug and Curt, a couple of cops in Rebecca Gilman’s Blue Surge, were typical of our own men in blue, we would be in deep trouble. Curt (Jeremy Leroux) is well-intentioned but not sharp. Given the opportunity, he might have gone to college, but his family was dysfunctional and he spent years looking after his ailing mother. Now he just wants to be promoted in the force. Apparently, all that Doug, Curt’s partner on the vice squad, wants is anal sex. And this makes it difficult to care much about Curt, Gilman’s main character, or to appreciate the happiness that comes to Doug. He gets a hot babe, a baby and yes, that other thing he wants, too. Two female characters—Sandy and Heather, who are both hookers working out of a massage parlour—present similar obstacles to us giving a fig about them: Sandy (Megan McGeough) is sweet, but most of us would feel she settles for less; Heather (Tara Pratt) is a hottie. The third woman, Beth (Claire Lindsay) is engaged to Curt, and she’s one cold fish. So who do we care about? After a bungled raid on the massage parlour, Curt strikes up a friendship with Sandy. Beth is furious, Curt is bewildered, and Doug and Heather hook up. Sabrina Evertt, director and artistic producer of Twenty-Some-

Jeremy Leroux as Curt and Tara Pratt as Heather appear in Twenty-Something Theatre’s production of Blue Surge. thing Theatre, has once again chosen a play with appeal to an audience of 20 or 30-somethings. All five of the characters are youngish and uncertain about meeting their goals—assuming they have any. This is not an uncommon state in which to find oneself—young or old. But Blue Surge puts the audience in the position of voyeurs, listening in on these characters’ sordid childhoods: Sandy’s fivetimes married lesbian mother,

Curt’s grave-robbing father, drug abuse, poverty. And then there are some gratuitous details of the sex trade—most of the johns are fat or ugly, says Sandy, and “usually fat guys come really fast.” Beth, Curt’s completely unlikeable fiancé, comes from an upper middle class family where, as Curt’s says, “They have rooms in the house they don’t even use”—his limited definition, it seems, of affluence. But she’s cool, calculating and her reasons for being with Curt highly suspect.

Is she simply slumming? (It’s a nice brittle performance, however, by Lindsay in this thankless role.) Evertt gets good work from all five actors although it might have been better to portray Curt as slightly less clueless. However, Leroux (as Curt) has some charming moments—especially the scene in which he eagerly identifies trees by a set of flashcards that Sandy tests him with. Pratt, as Heather, has a couple of good drunk scenes, and it’s

pretty funny when buck naked Doug ﬂashes his badge at her in the massage parlour. Jonathan Tsang’s set is good looking and functional: several brick walls are set at angles to each other and contain several recessed, brightly lit compartments. Change of scenes was accomplished with what seemed like an excessive arrangements and rearrangement of small tables. While Jergus Oprsal’s lighting is effective, there were several occasions when the actors— especially when there were two in conversation together—couldn’t ﬁnd their light. A study guide to Blue Surge states the obvious: “The overall theme of this play is the wide gap between the people of upper-class society, with their wealth and seemingly easy lives of opportunities, and the people of the lower, working classes, with their economic and educational limits (at least in Gilman’s portrayal).” This is not late-breaking news and Gilman adds nothing to our understanding or empathy for the less privileged. What she does do—although not particularly persuasively—is to suggest that hooking is a career choice and not a last resort for some women. That may be true, but it makes for a rather pathetic ending. The best that can be said is that the obvious but saccharine alternative ending—everybody getting married and living happily ever after—would have been worse. Under Evertt’s direction, this is a good production of a not particularly illuminating play. joled@telus.net

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BC’s largest High School Cafeteria Company with over 50 locations is now interviewing for Team Leaders, counter attendants, & cashiers/food prep starting in Sept at a school near you. 4-8 hr shifts available during the school day. If you would enjoy summers, Christmas & spring break off fax resume to 604-575-7771 RED CHICKEN Korean Restaurant in Vancouver seeks a Head Cook ● Compl. Secondary school ● 3 yrs or more exp. in cooking Korean Food - Read English and Fluency in Korean -$19−$23/hr, 40hrs/wk Fax : 604-633-0661 Email: conny_lim@yahoo.co.kr WATERFRONT RESORT in Tofino seeks management couple. Exc salary + accomodations & bonus package. Exp preferred. Call 250-266-1711 or email: emilkulcsar@yahoo.ca

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CASUAL OFFICE SUPPORT

The Vancouver Elementary School Teachers’ Association is accepting applications to expand the current list of casual employees for on-call work during the school year. Skills required: ● reception experience, pleasant telephone manner ● competence in Microsoft 2007 programs such as Word, Excel or Access ● ability to work independently with minimal direction ● maintain confidentiality Duties may include: Reception/telephone work, correspondence, minutes of meetings, confidential documents, filing, and stuffing/mailing materials. Address resume to: Chris Harris, President VESTA 2915 Commercial Drive Vancouver, BC V5N 4C8

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GARAGE SALES

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Appliances

LIKE NEW!

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

604-306-5134 Warranty & Delivery Removal Available

BMULTI FAMILY FRONT YARD SALE Sat. Sept 4th 9am - 2pm 3853 West 14th All kinds of treasure, kitchen items, jewlery, carpets, books, clothes, furn, & much more! Rain or shine!!!

GARAGE SALE Sat. Sept 4th - 9am to 2pm Carport at the back of 5428 Elizabeth St, off W 37th DVD’s, kitchenware, furniture, many collectibles & lots of treasures for $1 and under. NO EARLY BIRDS!

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

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Food Products

Blueberries Birak Farms (Rmd)

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

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CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-981-6591

Furniture

Top Notch USED FURNITURE Just arrived from the PACIFIC PALISADES HOTEL Any Any Size Size Mattress Mattress $99, $99, Headboards Headboards $50,Nite $50,Nite Tables Tables $50, $50, Dressers Dressers $100,Sofa $100,Sofa Beds Beds $200, $200, Banquet Banquet Chairs Chairs $15, $15, Lamps Lamps $20, $20, TV’s TV’s $30, $30, Armoires Armoires $100, $100, Drapes Drapes $30 $30 Mini-bars Mini-bars $40 $40 ...and ...and much much more! more! 250 250 Terminal Terminal Ave Ave @ @ Main Main St, St, Vancouver Vancouver Hours: Hours: Mon Mon to to Fri Fri 9-5 9-5 +Sat +Sat 10-2 10-2 Visit Visit ★ANIZCO ★ANIZCO ★Liquidators ★Liquidators

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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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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

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APARTMENT/CONDOMINIUM MANAGERS (CRM) home study course. Many jobs registered with us across Canada! Thousands of grads working! Government certified. 30 years of success! www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456.

LARGE DOG KENNEL FOR SALE $60. 604-946-9612

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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colors Available. Call 1-866-652-6837. www.thecoverguy.ca

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Weekends were made for shopping, so make sure you check our Classifieds for a comprehensive listing of Garage Sales in your area!

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BEST Deal Restwell Matt Sets. Full wrty, Dble $319. Queen $339 King $559. Will deliver. 722-3636 COMPUTER DESK, $40 obo. Call 778-846-5275

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#1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse. 6 colors available! 40 year warranty! Free shipping, the first 20 callers! 1-800-457-2206. www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. 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

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FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS CLEARANCE - Pre-engineered and custom-sized to your requirements. Factory-direct pricing. Some models discounted to half-price to clear. CALL FOR FREE BROCHURE AND QUOTE 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170 HOME COTTAGE Building Deals!! NO-CRETE TM Prefabricated Panel - Instant Foundation System - Basement $69.99/foot, Crawlspace $49.99/foot! ICF Concrete $19.99/5.33SF Block. 792SF 2484SF Shell Erected + Exterior Lock-up + Interior Framing from $29,975.00!! www.greenrpanel.com / 1-800-871-7089. Local Dealer/ Installers!!! STEEL BUILDING INVENTORY SALE... $4 to $11/sq.ft. Immediate orders only - FREE shipping, some exclusions. Up to 90 days to pay. Deposit required. Pioneer Manufacturers since 1980. 1-800-668-5422

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KAWAI PIANO, Spinnet style, 41’’ high, medium brown, perfect condition, tuned last wk, $1750. 604-228-1194 PIANO, SAMICK SG185, 6ft polished walnut w/matching bench, professionally tuned. pristine cond., $10,000 604-341-8226

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

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

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

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Voice Lessons Just For You Every lesson developed to suit each student’s potential. Discover your authentic voice through breathing exercises & posture alignment. Develop the skill to sing well without accomp. 1 hr lesson, 15 yrs. exp. Renee 1-250-721-4445

Preschools/ Kindergarten

SUNFLOWER ACADEMY

LABRADOODLES! 250-395-4323 wildrosekennels@telus.net MAREMMA PUPS for sale; working parents; 5 males, 3 females; $450 ph. 604-823-4797

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Cats

PIT BULL Puppies. UKC reg. Great bloodlines. 604-240-1647. www.heavylinepitbulls.com RAGDOLLS & Domestic Kittens, $100-$500. 604 590-3727 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

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Dogs

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PB HAVANESE & Havanese X pups, 8weeks, vaccinated, dew, $675/$875. Call 778-881-5966

RAGDOLL KITTENS, males, vet check, 1 vac. dewormed, parents Sealpoints, $350, 604-850-7471

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Lumber/Building Supplies

MALTESE PUPS, 2 m’s, trained, 3.5 mths, vet ✔ 1st shots, fam raised, ready to go. 604-464-5077

PUREBRED BLUE pitbulls $1000. Very healthy with first shots Ph: 604-584-7885.

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.

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FILA/MASTIFF GUARD DOGS owners best friend. Intruders worst nightmare. all shots, $2000 each. ready now! 604-817-5957

www.westcoastfrenchbulldogs.com

IF YOU own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS will lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161. #1 JANITORIAL FRANCHISE Customers, (Office Cleaning), Training and support. Financing. www.coverall.com 604-434-7744 info@coverallbc.com

SHIH TZU BIJON pups, 1st shots, dewormed, ready, family raised, non shed, $575 firm. 588-5195

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1995 GMC 3500 HD turbo diesel landscaping truck, 6.5l, 5 spd, 10’ dump box. $16k. 604-710-9670 RARE! CHOCOLATE, Blue, cream & brindle. French Bulldogs, Reserve now! 604-802-6934

Financial Services

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Due to technical difﬁculties, the SUKODU puzzle will not be in today’s paper; it will return in next Wednesday’s paper as usual. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

EDUCATION

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

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Registered Massage Services

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Metaphysical

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LOVE! MONEY! LIFE! #1 Psychics! 1-877-478-4410 CreditCards/Deposit $3.19/min 18+ 1-900-783-3800 www.mysticalconnections.ca

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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. 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.

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Notice to Creditors and Others

RE: THE ESTATE OF ROBERT ARTHUR FORREST, deceased, formerly of 3807 West 3rd Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6R 1M5 Creditors and others having claims against the estate of ROBERT ARTHUR FORREST, are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the undersigned Executor, c/oKMK LAW CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors, Park Place, Suite 600, 666 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 2X8 on or before September 24, 2010, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice BMO TRUST COMPANY, Executor. KMK LAW CORPORATION Solicitors for the Executor NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: Robert George Taylor Deceased, formerly of #104 - 1958 Barclay Street, Vancouver, British Columbia. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of ROBERT GEORGE TAYLOR, who died on February 20, 2010 at Vancouver, British Columbia, are required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned Executor at #2700 - 700 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V7Y 1B8, on or before, October 8, 2010, after which the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. The Bank of Nova Scotia Trust Company, Executor. Alexander Holburn Beaudin & Lang LLP, Solicitors.

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Carpet Cleaning

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

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Concrete

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 Specialist. Driveways, sidewalks, exposed aggregate & patios. Santino 604.254.5551 CONCRETE SPECIALIST, patio sidewalk, driveway, exposed aggregate reas rate 604-764-2726 DRIVEWAY / CONCRETE REMOVAL. Free estimates. Disposal King, 604-889-2085

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Concrete

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CONCRETE Removal / Replace Small jobs welcome ● Fence repair. Free est. Mario 254-0148

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Agents

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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BUSINESSES FOR SALE

GAS STATION & Garage. Well established, very successful. Serious inquiries only . 604-724-4848 SALE BUBBLE Tea Lounge $33,000. Prime location 1,248SF 40 seats, 2 washrms. 5854 Fraser Lia Lee 778.898.6655 Remax ridgemeadows rlty 604.466.2838

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Mission

MISSION, BY OWNER, Reno’d2 ste’s, 1900 sqft, 6100 sqft lot, Rent $1000 per side, $299,000. Call Kelly 604-418-3162

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Lots & Acreage

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOT. $75,000 in services paid! 33’ x 130’. New Westminster. No HST! $325,888. Call 604-726-0677.

6065

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

8070

Doors

ALL GARAGE DOORS - install new door & opener, spring repair, door removal etc 604-719-1837

8073

Drainage

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

DRAIN TILES & WATER LINES Without Digging a Trench 604-739-2000 Mia Casa − Drain Tile/Sewer Line Water Line Repairs / Replacement & Cleaning. Vince 604-941-6060, Al 604-783-3142

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

Recreation Property

MT. BAKER SKI AREA. 2 cabins, 1 property. Rent one, use one. Gated community w/ amenities. 35 min. from border $399,500 U.S. Maryann Angus 360-224-6704 www.mymtbakerhome.com

Electrical

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

6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

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

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

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

Flooring/ Refinishing

8130

Handyperson

Refinish, sanding, install, dustless 604-219-6944 We cover the HST

A. LIC. ELECTRICIAN #19807 Semi-retired wants small jobs only. 604-689-1747, pgr 604-686-2319

INSTALLATION REFINISHING, Sanding. Free est, great prices. Satisfaction guar. 604-518-7508

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

Artistry of Hardwood Floors

8120

Glass Mirrors

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

8125

Gutters

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

8087

Excavating

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

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

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

6508

Apt/Condos

BEAUTIFUL APTS. 1 & 2 BR available. Special rates. Call 604-327-9419 for appt. to view.

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

Langara Gardens

601 West 57th Ave, Van Spacious 1, 2 & 3 BR Rental Apartments and Townhouses located in the Oakridge area at West 57th Ave and Cambie St. This landmark property is clean and very well maintained by friendly on-site staff. Quiet and tasteful gardens, swimming pools, hot tub, gym, laundry facilities, parking and 16 shops & services. Near Oakridge Centre, Canada Line stations, Langara College, Churchill High School, Langara Golf Course and much more. For more information: 604-327-1178 info-vnc@langaragardens.com www.langaragardens.com

Find your perfect home at

househunting.ca

8160

Lawn & Garden

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

#1167 LIC Bonded. BBB, lrg & sm jobs, expert trouble shooter, WCB, low rates, 24/7. 617-1774.

LARGE 1BR apt quiet bldg. w/d + util included $1200/mo call 604 904-4759

6508

8105

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

RENTALS

BACH & 1 BR, nicely done, cls to shop & transit, secured, incls heat, h/w, prkg, Start @ $675. 604-325-1385 www.remirealty.ca

uSELLaHOME.com

$99 can sell your home 574-5243 Chilliwack Promontory 4500sf 5br 5ba home, 2 bsmt suites, $619K 824-9700 id5206 Coquitlam 10,000sf lot w/1000sf 3br 2ba home, outbuilding $440K 778-859-0717 id4272 Langley renovated top floor 1161sf 2br 2ba condo, view $293K 778-996-3444 id5179 Maple Ridge drastically reduced 4.9ac serviced vu acreage $440Kobo 722-3996 id4694 Mission, Owner Retiring, profitable framing store & gallery $47,000 826-7993 id5176 Sry E Newton 1 acre lot with 2600sf 6br 2.5ba bungalow $499,900 778-549-2056 id5198 Sry Guildford bargain, huge spotless 1227sf 2br 2ba condo $235,900 589-6265 id5213

8065

8080

8140

Heating

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

8150

Kitchens/Baths

Counter Tops, Custom Cabinets & Refacing • In business 50 years

604-879-9191 Superior Cove Tops & Cabinets

#3 - 8652 Joffre Ave, Burnaby

8155

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

Landscaping

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

604-347-7888 www.totallawn.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

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

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

8160

Lawn & Garden

EDWARD’S GARDEN SERVICE Pruning, trimming & flower beds by an exp’d prof. 604-738-6148 EXPERT PRUNING Cert Arb Ornamental & fruit trees, shrubs,etc Colin Malcolm 604-618-9741

604-439-9417

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

DYNAMIC GUTTERS & Exteriors. Full seamless gutters. Installation repairs & soffits. All jobs guaranteed. Fully insured, bonded, WCB. Will beat any competitors price. 604-439-9417

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

Edgemont Gutters. Sales & Install 5’’ continuous gutter, minor repairs, cleaning. 604-420-4800

LAWNS CUT, yard and garden clean-up, hedge trim, rubbish removal & gutters. 604-773-0075

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 DAHIPP CONTRACTING Handyman Services Baths, Kitchens, etc 604.817.0718

6510

Co-ops

STILL CREEK Co-op 2 bdrm handicapped unit, Oct. 1st. Share purchase is $2100.Wheelchairs, scooters & walkers need only apply. 604-436-4060. 2765 Cooperative Way, Vcr.

6515

Duplexes - Rent

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

6522

Furnished Accommodation

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

6540

Houses - Rent

1088 W49 Av 7 br, 7 bath, 4940sf, new reno, new gas stove & fridge, 1 yr lease, np, ns, $4900, Sep 15, Eric 604-723-7368 (Prop Mngt) 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 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

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

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

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

2 BR bsmnt suite, nr bus & Super Store. Avail Now. np, ns, Between Fraser & Main st. 604-324-7475

Call Kristen 604 435-5555 or 786-4663

1 BR fully furnished garden level suite, city view. All new, bright, large living space, patio, private ent, fenced backyard, w/d, dishwasher, fireplace. $1250 per month incl all utilites, wifi, cable. In Pemberton Heights, close to transit, 10 min to downtown. N/s, n/p. Avail now. Call 604-813-5982.

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

6565

Office/Retail Rent

2 BR ground level suite, $850 incl elec & heat, nr SE Marine Dr. & Knight, no laundry, ns, np, avail now, 604-322-0314

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 60TH & KNIGHT, 2 Br, n/s, n/p, Ref’s a must, suits quiet people, 1200sf, avail Oct 1, $850 incl utils. 604-649-3525

6605

Townhouses 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

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.

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, S E P T E M B E R 1 , 2 0 1 0 T H E VAN C O U V E R C O U R I E R

HOME SERVICES 8180

Home Services

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

8185

Moving & Storage

MOVERS & STORAGE South American Van Lines Ltd.

• Local • Long Distance • International • Overseas

Senior & Student Discounts Up to 20%

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

Fully Insured 20 years experience Call 604Free Estimates INTERIOR & EXTERIOR SPECIALS

7291234

INTERIOR, EXTERIOR PAINTING ■ 20 years Experience. ■ Free Estimates. Call Claude

604-721-0547

INTERIOR, EXTERIOR PAINTING ■ 20 years Experience. ■ Free Estimates.

Toll Free

Call Claude

1-877-964-4490 Local

778-838-1275

AFFORDABLE MOVING 1 to 3 Men

604-721-0547

PRIMO PAINTWORKS Interior & Exterior

* EXCELLENT PRICES * Free Est./Written Guarantee

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

No Hassle Quick Work Insured /WCB

Licenced & Insured Local & Long Distance

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

Seniors Discount

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

45 We accept Visa, Mastercard & Interac FREE ESTIMATES

604-537-4140 www.affordablemoversbc.com

604-723-8434

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

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

AAA ADVANCE MOVING Experts in all kinds of Moving, Storage & Packing. Different from the Rest. 604-861-8885 AMIGO'S MOVING. Delivery. Storage. No Job too Small or Big. Clean up, Garage, Basement. Call 604-782-9511 FamilyMovingLtd.ca member of BBB Specializing in : ★Storage and Pianos★ 604-722-5454 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

FLECK CONTRACTING LTD.

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

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”

Vinyl Sundecks marc@dreamdecks.ca

604.924.3746

www.dreamdecks.ca FINYL DECK A membrane so water tight, skid resistant, attractive.. You’ll never replace it.. Guar. 778-549-6683 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

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

For Free Estimates Call

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

• • • •

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

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

Serving West Side since 1987

#1 IN RATES & SERVICE Licenced local plumber. Plug Drains, Reno’s 1-877-861-2423

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

Water Lines (without digging) Sewer Lines (without digging) Install. Drain tiles. 604-739-2000

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

www.drytech.ca

BBB • WCB • Fully Insured

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 Replacements Professional Reno Crews (222-8453) 22-BUILD 604-222-8453

Showroom 1230 West 75th Ave

FERREIRA HOME IMPROVEMENTS

604-724-3670

GET OUT YOUR LIST! We do all the fussy little jobs no one else wants to do. Complete home repairs. Workmanship and your Satisfaction Guaranteed. Est 1983. Ralph 682-8256 BATH/KITCHEN Renos, decks, fencing, home repairs. Home Improvment Centre. 604-240-9081 KITCHEN & BATHS Home renovations, 30+ years experience. Call 604-731-7709 MIKESHOMEWORK.CA Reno: Bath, kitchen, paint, decks, tiles, carpentry, $35/hr. 604.688.2306 S M A L L J O B S W E L C O ME RENO Kitchen/Bath, Crown Mouldings, Drywall, Painting, Flooring, 604-771-2201, 771-5197

STEPS, RAILINGS, DECKS

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

8250

• 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 Quote code 2010 for a 5% discount

www.crownresidentialrooﬁng.com

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

SAVE $ 604-228-ROOF(7663)

Showroom 1230 West 75th Ave

#1 Rooﬁng Company in BC All types of Rooﬁng Over 35 Years in Business Call for your FREE ESTIMATE

Roofing

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

A Save on Roofing - specialize in ★refoof ★ repair★ Fully Ins. Free est. 10% discount 778-892-1266

8255

Rubbish Removal

ALL JUNK ★ ★ ★ ★

Rubbish Removal Residential & Commercial We do almost anything Free Estimates 7 days a week ★ Nobody beats our price. ★ $15.00 off with this ad

604-537-8523

Accepts Visa & M/C

8255

Rubbish Removal

8309

Tiling

GREEN MONSTER WASTE We recycle the most junk. We remove anything, anywhere. Best rates in town. 604-562-9960 * 321-6253

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

JACK’S RUBBISH Removal Friendly, Fast & Cheap 604-266-4444

All home renovations, tiles, painting, drywall, flooring, etc. All work Gtd. Free Est. Ph: 604-771-9686

Sea Island Renovations

8315 RUBBISH - Junk - Reno - metal Etc. removal. Free estimate. Fast & friendly. Sam 778-223-7017

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

Vancouver Rubbish Removal 7 days per week, very reas. rates per load. Randy 778-899-1382

8300

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

Tree Services

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

Window Cleaning

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

ALL STUCCO, chimney and cement work. Professional, inexpensive reliable and fast 604-715-2071 ELPIS STUCCO and repairs. 45 years exp. 604-771-0911 Quality Home Improvement ★ Stucco ★ All Kinds. No Job Too Big or Small. 604-725-8925

604-274-0285

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

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

McNabb Roofing

''Satisfaction Guaranteed''

RENOS • REPAIRS

$30 P/HR. Abe Moving & Delivery & Rubbish Removal. ★ Available 24 hours. Abe at: 604-999-6020 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

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

All Types of Rooﬁng, Re-Rooﬁng & Repairs

604-379-2641 youngbrothersrooﬁng.com

Re-Rooﬁng Specialist!

C Davis Contracting- Renos & Repair, Decks, additions, kitchen bath. Ins. Licensed. Local Co. Chris 778-549-6186

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

Call: 778-896-4858

From the City to the Valley

Call Today 604-630-3300

DISPOSAL BINS 4 - 40 yard bins. From $179 - $565 including dump fees. Disposal King, 604-306-8599

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AUTOMOTIVE 9125

Domestic

2005 MALIBU, like new only 38K! 4dr, V6, all options, pwr wind, locks air cond. etc. Golden tan w cream int. A good safe, reliable vehicle. Only $7798 OBO call 604-924-2088

9145

2007 MUSTANG black in/out conv. (fully loaded), 28K, original owner, $23,000, 604-812-6016

9130

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

9145

Scrap Car Removal

CASH FOR SOME COMPLETE CARS OPEN 24 HRS. INCLUDING HOLIDAYS

604-872-0109

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200

THE SCRAPPER

Service From Call

(604) 209-2026

2006 HONDA Civic DX Coupe $12,500. Auto, dark blue, PWR Locks/Windows, heated mirrors, digital dash, 4 new tires, new brakes. Honda Serviced. NO Accidents. 100k. Great on gas, +extras. Coq. ★ 604-868-3128

9173

Vans

SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC 9155

2000 HONDA Odyssey EX, 235 K, org owner, all records, exc cond, $5500. 604-671-6488

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

2003 CHEV Blazer 4x4, exc cond low miles, no reasonable offer refused. 778-233-0572

9160

Sports & Imports

2005 DODGE Grand Caravan, 89K, silver, 3.3L, V6, 7 seats, ac, all power, privacy glass, clean, exc cond. $7800, 778-772-3884

9522

No Wheels No Problem

Family Owned & Operated

Sports & Imports

No Wheels, No Problem

Removal FREEScrap/Car

2 HOUR

9160

FREE

HONDA VTX Retro 1300cc $4950. Better than new, fully loaded. N.Van 604-209-1416.

Scrap Car Removal

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL MIKE:

WE PAY YOUR HST UNTIL SEPT. 15/10 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

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!

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

Cell : 604-839-7881

POINT GREY LTD. ROOFING Established 1946

CONNECTING COMMUNITIES

BEN’S RUBBISH REMOVAL $50-$150 a load. Yard clean up. Bby/N West/Vncr. 778-859-8760

604-588-0833

SALES@ PATTARGROUP.COM WWW.PATTARGROUP.COM

YOUNG BROTHERS ROOFING

Find an electrician under Home Services

8250

Roofing

Additions ★ Renovations Concrete Forming ★ Decks Garages ★ Bathrooms Ceramic Tile ★ Drywall Hardwood Flooring

STORMWORKS

● Oil Tank Removal ● Recommended ● Insured ● Reasonable Rates

Renovations & Home Improvement

604-731-2443

TERZO FIBERGLASS & VINYL. Waterproofing decks. Will build to suit. Free Estimate 604-341-3839

Paving/Seal Coating

8240

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

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

604-708-8850

$30 P/HR. Abe Moving & Delivery & Rubbish Removal. ★ Available 24 hours. Abe at: 604-999-6020

Plumbing

FAIRWAY PAINTING

FREE Boxes • FREE Storage

Insured & Bonded

8220

EW39

1993 BMW M5, rare 3.8, only 121km, books/records, as new. $18,800. 604-987-3876. D24627

RV’s/Trailers

BIGFOOT SIGHTINGS! New 2011 BIGFOOT Campers have arrived only at Mike Rosman RV! 1-800-667-0024. www.rosmanrv.com

E40

Natural

T HE VA N C O U V E R C O U R I E R W E D N E S D AY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

Your Original

Certified Organic

d Non-medicate

Pork Chops

Non-medicated

Chicken Drumsticks

B.C. Glohaven

Freestone Peaches

Center cut

$ 99

$ 89

/lb. $8.80kg.

Food Store

/lb. $4.17kg.

Family Pack

/lb. $4.39kg.

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