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N. Shore police say: Don’t mix minors and alcohol

NORTH Shore police officers, educators and health workers are teaming up to make sure local teens have a safe, sober summer.

As part of the Anti-Bootlegging Campaign, police will be cracking down on adults who purchase alcohol for minors. Bootleggers face a $500 fine and their young accomplices will be out $230, but these penalties pale in comparison with the consequences of causing an alcohol-related accident or fatality.

The campaign will also be putting up posters and handing out leaflets at liquor stores warning of the dangers of providing booze to teens. North Shore schools will be impressing the same message on students, particularly grads.

Emergency physician Dr. Samuel Gutman said Lions Gate Hospital sees about 150 unconscious young people brought in after binge drinking each year. But there are many more who have to be hospitalized, he said, after drunken assaults or mishaps.

Studies suggest as many as 85 per cent of North Shore youths had consumer alcohol by age 17, and 80 per cent of underage drinkers got their alcohol through an adult.

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MEXICAN and South African fans pack Lonsdale Avenue’s La Zuppa early Friday morning for the first game of the World Cup. Mexican supporters celebrate an apparent goal only to have it disallowed. The final score was a 1-1 tie.

Pt. Atkinson lighthouse up for sale Benjamin Alldritt

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IF you have ever harboured a romantic urge to live in a lighthouse, your chance has come.

West Vancouver’s Point Atkinson Light Station is one of nearly 1,000 heritage lighthouses recently put up for sale by the federal government.

But there’s a catch: the new owner must sign an agreement allowing the Canadian Coast Guard to keep the light on.

“This process is clearly not about turning off any lights,” said Daniel Breton, the Coast Guard’s director of navigation services,

Feds looking to shed cost of national heritage site’s upkeep

speaking from Ottawa. “This process is only about the ownership and management of the structures that support the lights. We will continue to operate the Aids to Navigation system and ensure the safety of mariners, and that remains paramount.”

The Coast Guard will retain ownership of the light itself and pay for its operation even after the building under it is sold, Breton said.

Officials with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans won’t quote an asking price for the Point Atkinson building, saying the

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terms of sale for each of the 960 lighthouses on offer will depend on who comes forward and what they want to do with it. Local governments or community groups who want to preserve a building’s heritage may be able to get a much better deal than a buyer hoping to live in it or convert it into a business. Among the structures up for sale is the Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse in Nova Scotia, one of Canada’s most famous buildings.

Several of the lighthouses have fallen into despair, and the federal government is hoping to shed the costs of heritage upkeep without simply replacing the aging buildings with cheap steel towers. The Coast Guard won’t say exactly what they spend on lighthouse

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Eye regs may take us to Dark Ages Some say legal change will put patients at risk of blindness James Weldon

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NORTH Vancouver eye doctors are warning that new eyewear regulations that took effect at the beginning of May could cause an epidemic of blindness in British Columbia.

Antoinette Dumalo, a North Vancouver optometrist and president of the British Columbia Association of Optometrists, says changes to the Health Professions Act that allow patients to refill subscriptions without an eye exam will allow degenerative diseases such as glaucoma to go undetected, leading to unnecessary loss of vision for thousands of British Columbians.

Dumalo is backed by numerous colleagues and by several organizations dealing with eye health.

“Eye care has been turned back basically 100 years,” said Tony Wong, an optometrist with a practice in Dollarton.

“Anyone can walk off the street and sell you contact lenses, which are still rated as a NEWS photo Mike Wakefield medical device in Canada.”

Health Services Minister NORTH Vancouver optometrist Tony Wong is one of many B.C. eye doctors asking the province to repeal legislation that allows patients to Kevin Falcon announced the buy eyewear online without showing a prescription. The change may allow potentially devastating eye disease to go undetected, he says. changes March 19, six weeks ahead of their implementation. Up until May, anyone wanting vision. By themselves, the automated instruments do not pick up have corrected the vision no problem.” contacts or glasses first had to undergo an eye exam from an on a range conditions, such as glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy, Whetstone, who buys glasses online, believes many people optometrist and either order eyewear from that optometrist or which can cause blindness, which are difficult to detect in the in his position would have gone for a simple refraction given take the prescription to an optician (a professional who creates early stages, according to the optometrists. the opportunity — a test that would likely have missed the and sells eyewear) to get it filled. Alternatively, they could go to “This is a type of disease where there are no symptoms,” glaucoma. an optician for a simple sight test, get the resulting prescription said Wong. “You don’t feel it; you don’t notice your vision is “People will take advantage of it if they can go to an optical approved by an optometrist, and order their lenses that way. gradually deteriorating.” store or a lens store or whatever, . . . and they will give them an Under the revised act, however, most of those restrictions To catch these things requires a full eye exam, which is eye (test) which bypasses the more expensive exam,” he said. have been dropped. Now, patients can order glasses or contacts more involved than the automated refractions conducted by “No matter what, it comes down to cost.” from anyone they want to without presenting a prescription or opticians.

A lot of people could be affected, said BCAO president the results of a sight test to the seller.

Glaucoma, for example, in which a build up of pressure in the Dumalo.

“Ten per cent of patients who present for a quote-unquote The new law also allows opticians — whose historical role has fluids of the eye causes the optic nerve to deteriorate, will not been primarily to create and sell the lenses — to conduct sight generally be noticed by patients until their sight starts to fail in ‘routine’ eye examination have symptomless eye disease,” she tests for healthy people aged 19-65 without having the results the later stages of the disorder. To detect it, an eye doctor must said. And that’s in the lower risk 19-65 age category.

“In 2005, there were 122,963 patients who were referred in reviewed by an eye doctor. measure the pressure inside the eye, said Wong.

The changes were made in the interests of consumers, said “We have patients who come in when the nerve is already that cohort for diabetes, retinal problems, macular degeneration, Falcon in a statement. burnt out,” he said. “It’s already been destroyed. . . . There’s no glaucoma and cataracts. It’s a huge number,” said Dumalo.

“There are hundreds of cases on file at the BCAO where people “With advances in technology and more consumers turning saving it at that point.” to the Internet, it makes sense to modernize a decades-old system Wayne Whetstone, a former commercial photographer from in that cohort, 19-65, if they had been only sight-tested, a disease to give British Columbians more choice while maintaining public North Vancouver, is one of a number of patients from across would have been missed.”

That position has been backed a by a number of organizations safety,” he said. the province who have lent their support to the optometrists’ involved with eye health, including the Canadian Diabetes According to the statement, Falcon introduced the legislation cause. in direct response to an October 2009 B.C. Court of Appeal Whetstone, 60, went in for a standard eye exam in March Association and the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. decision that ruled an online company called Coastal Contacts 2009, looking to update his prescription. The optometrist who In an April 8 letter addressed to Falcon, the CNIB wrote was breaking the law by sending customers eyewear without examined him thought there might be more wrong than could that “many of (their) clients lost vision irretrievably as a result of seeing a prescription. ignoring the need for regular eye examinations.” be corrected with new lenses.

“These regulatory changes will address the court decision,” The organization estimates that as much as 75 per cent of “She detected what she thought was a slight amount of said the ministry release, which went on to point out that the glaucoma,” said Whetstone. “She recommended me to an vision loss could be avoided through prevention, early detection company employs 120 people (Coastal Contacts has since ophthalmologist. . . . I went down and went through his exams. and treatment.

“This ability to detect eye disease will be lost if autorefractions corrected that to 250).

He was quite amazed she had caught it because it was very replace regular refractions,” it said.

But optometrists say the move is dangerously shortsighted. slight.”

Citing figures from Statistics Canada, the CNIB estimates “These changes . . . have been proposed in other jurisdictions Whetstone has been in treatment for glaucoma since, and and rejected,” said Dumalo. “Because to . . . implement buyer- he believes his vision is improving. Before going for the exam, about 4,700 British Columbians lose their sight annually. “This beware regulations puts the patient at unnecessary risk of vision he had no idea he had the disease, he said. Had it not been number can only be expected to increase significantly if the loss.” for the optometrist, it wouldn’t have been caught in its early frequency of eye examinations is decreased.”

But the province says such concerns are misplaced.

The problem, according to Dumalo, is that a simple sight — treatable — stages.

“We would not be making changes if we thought it put test (or refraction), the procedure opticians are now allowed to “There might have been an indication if I turned my head administer unsupervised, only collects the information needed quickly; I might see bright little spots, but I never thought See Ministry page 9 to determine what shape lenses need to be in order to correct anything of that,” said Whetstone. “The prescription would

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upkeep each year — “not much money” — but they acknowledge many of them have been neglected.

Complicating the sale of the Point Atkinson lighthouse is the soil contamination discovered on the grounds in 1996. No one is quite sure what the costs to remediate the land will be, but that figure will be a factor in the asking price.

“That’s an issue that will be discussed on a case-to-case basis as we evaluate the business cases that come forward,” said DFO director general of real property Krishna Sahay.

“Generally speaking, we would not be turning over a contaminated lighthouse. We would be attempting to remediate it beforehand. But you can conceive of a business case where people would want to do it differently.”

The Point Atkinson Light Station stands within Lighthouse Park, which is owned by the federal government and under lease to the District of West Vancouver until 2026. The light station’s grounds, however, are not part of that lease. When a buyer does come forward, it’s unclear at this point who will have jurisdiction over the lighthouse’s redevelopment.

“The answers to those kinds of questions aren’t readily available,” said Brent Leigh, West Vancouver’s deputy chief administrative officer.

“There will be a process to identify what our rights will be and what we could effect to get to a win-win. The logical place for the district to be is to ensure that the public interest is represented first rather than a private one that doesn’t achieve public ends.

“We have a long stewardship history with Lighthouse Park,” Leigh said.

A wooden lighthouse was first built on that spot in 1874 and was one of the very first non-First Nations buildings on the North Shore. The current red and white building was erected in 1912 and then rebuilt in 1925. With its commanding position at the entrance to Vancouver’s port, Point Atkinson was also an important military position during the Second World War. The light station was named a national historic site in 1994.

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HE federal government’s decision to sell off Canada’s heritage lighthouses is a great opportunity for West Vancouver.

The Point Atkinson Light Station, a national historic site, has been neglected for too long. While the feds have recently done some fix-up work, the Coast Guard clearly has neither the money nor the inclination to properly showcase this storied spot.

Now they’re getting out of the way.

Crucially, the light will stay on.

Sailors will get the same services from the lighthouse as they have since 1996, when author and committed lighthouse keeper Donald Graham was forced out in favour of an automated system. Graham’s contributions are one of many stories that deserve to be told to residents and visitors.

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Paul Tutsch, West Vancouver Memorial Library board chairman, speaks out about the poor conditions at Memorial Library.

West Vancouver council announced its intent to begin renovations on the library’s roof and skylights in 2011 (from a June 6 news story).

••• “Talk about one step forward and two steps back.”

West Vancouver Coun. Bill Soprovich on council’s decision to keep the Ambleside boat launch open throughout the summer.

Soprovich expressed frustration with council’s failure to consider other options (from a June 6 news story).

••• “Gun violence and firearmsrelated crime continue to be of serious concern in British Columbia.”

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Peter Lepine voices his support for the federal long gun registry.

Lepine’s statement came after both North Shore members of Parliament stated they would vote to abolish the registry (from a June 11 news story).

This opportunity will re-energize the debate over what to do with this red and white piece of B.C. maritime history. Will it be home to a wealthy eccentric or open its doors as an expensive eatery? Or should it be a museum, with our port’s past on the ground floor and its present still beaming out from the tower above?

Central to the discussion, of course, is who will pay for it. How much appetite will West Vancouver taxpayers have to take on this task?

What role should the private sector or our heritage groups play?

Ottawa is cagey about how much they want for the lighthouse, but we hope the federal government will use that price tag as a tool to make the best public use out of a genuine North Shore icon.

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Aging seniors want to stay in their neighbourhoods Dear Editor: I don’t have any ties with Pacific Arbour, and I don’t expect ever to live in any of their facilities, but I was interested in Joseph Bowe’s lengthy letter on the subject of the Seymour proposal (Parkgate Highrise is Not About Seniors, North Shore News, June 4).

His concern was about the developer and the

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When my wife was doing focus groups (Listening Posts) for Housing the North Shore, one of the main concerns of district seniors was where they could move when they could no longer stay in

their homes. They liked their neighbourhoods and wanted to stay in them. I was wondering where Bowes expects to go when he is older and may not want or be able to stay in his present home? Has he looked around yet?

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Friendless in San Francisco THAT’S it — I’m going to advertise for new friends, ones who can give me state-of-the-art advice.

You see, I’ve just discovered that I don’t even do friendship in the proper, modern way. Apparently it’s now a much more complicated process than simply meeting someone you like, spending time with her, and continuing on to enjoy whatever it is you have in common.

Oh, you can try making a new buddy that way, but it’s certainly not the dernier cri.

Of course, neither is the phrase “the dernier cri.” I hope my new homies can counsel me on how to speak like I’m half my age, not twice it. If I want to get fresh playmates, I can’t go around talking like I was in kindergarten with Maurice Chevalier.

I only heard about the latest trend in befriending when a San Francisco-based public relations firm sent me a news release. There, I learned that the relatively new “online community” GirlFriendCircles. com is the brainchild of an ordained pastor and life coach.

For $30 every six months, membership in this particular club entitles you to post your own profile on its website and search for platonic female friends with whom you’ll socialize offline. You’ll also be invited to cafés to meet small groups of women who are similar to you in terms of age and neighbourhood.

So far, GirlFriendCircles. com has women signed up in six different American cities.

Surely Vancouver can’t be far behind.

Recently, in San Francisco, GirlFriendCircles.com hosted a sold-out VIP screening of the Sex and the City sequel, with pre-parties serving up champagne, appetizers and cupcakes. So I gather that the people you meet through GirlFriendCircles.com are not going to be your run-of-themill gal-pals, the ones you call tto watch your sick kid so you

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We appear to be in an era that values quantity, not quality, in friendships. It seems that getting together with one individual at a time is seen as pathetic — especially if either of you is wearing sweatpants.

Instead, we’re meant to have a hip, toned, voluble quartet of friends, preferably named Carrie, Samantha, Miranda and Charlotte.

So what if we have to shop online for this cohort?

That may not mean we have personality disorders — we’re just new in town, or have lost our sympatico work-mates as a result of getting laid off, or we’re divorcees who had to relinquish our chums after the breakup. Or maybe we do have personality disorders. What of

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I don’t know about you, but if only Valerie L. didn’t live clear out of reach in Walnut Creek, Calif., I’d be itching to schedule a coffeehouse confab with her and two other women who like to wear shorts. Oh, the shorts-related shenanigans we’d get up to.

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1) Scrub Away NonMeaningful: Just as we exfoliate to remove dead skin, we must say no to any invitation that “doesn’t feel relationally fulfilling,” or as if it might become relationally fulfilling in short order. In other words, we must turn down requests from people who drain or bore us.

2) Tone With Consistency: Using the gym sporadically won’t give us those abs we crave. In the same way, socializing with allies only when we feel like it won’t result in rewarding friendships.

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The other $1.5-million will come from the West Vancouver Soccer Club and West Vancouver Field Hockey Club. The district is also contributing $760,000 towards the artificial turf field.

To secure the full amount of money, the district must complete the project by March 31, 2011.

Manager of parks, Andrew Banks, said the district is still hammering out a final deadline for the groups to hand over the $1.5-million, but added that the clubs should be able to contribute enough money to get the project underway in a couple of weeks.

The sports clubs have already raised $370,000, but still have to fill the more than $1-million funding gap.

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5) Moisturize with Hope: In the same way that we might tape a picture

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Ministry promises safeguards From page 3

anyone’s health and safety at risk,” wrote Falcon in an e-mail to the North Shore News. “Ministry staff have examined the medical evidence and have determined there is no strong scientific evidence that regular eye health examinations for asymptomatic individuals between the ages of 19 and 65 improve health outcomes.”

And the ministry has promised safeguards to ensure eye disease doesn’t go undetected “A screening process will be put in place to ensure a client is healthy enough to be eligible for the sight-test, and is fully informed about the difference between a sight-test and an eye-health examination,” said the ministry in a release. “The screening process will also require the optician to refer a client to a medical doctor or optometrist if the client has a specified preexisting condition or if certain test results occur.”

In his e-mail, Falcon acknowledged that it’s important for healthy adults to go for eye exams periodically, but said it’s ultimately up to them to ensure they do that.

“If the public wishes to go and have an eye health exam by an optometrist every year or more, they have the right to do that,” he said. “But the public should also have the right to determine whether or not they wish to take advantage of the services of an optician and now they can make those decisions if they meet certain health requirements. . . . No B.C. resident is being required to purchase contact lenses online.”

Dumalo, however, doesn’t buy this argument, saying most people don’t really know what going for an exam means. Past studies have shown that the majority of patients who go to an optician for a refraction leave thinking they’ve had an eye health exam, she said.

“Even though there are disclaimers, even though there are waivers, patients don’t understand the difference,” she said.

“There’s mass confusion.”

This point was driven home in her recent meetings with MLAs, said Dumalo, who has met with numerous politicians to promote her cause.

“Without exception, every single one of them has to ask me what the difference is between an optometrist, an ophthalmologist, an optician,” she said. “These are well educated, informed people. How is the public going to know what service they’re providing?”

Dumalo finds it frustrating that there appears to have been no serious conversation with the industry before the minister pushed the legislation through, despite a reference to “lengthy consultation” in Falcon’s original announcement.

“I’m the president of the BCAO. I’ve talked to the college. . . . There has been no consultation,” said Dumalo.

“We were all caught by surprise,” said Wong.

Coastal Contacts, the company at the centre of the legislative change, appears at least to have communicated with the government ahead of the rule change. It had a lobbyist working on its behalf in an attempt to update the regulations, and in 2009 it made six separate donations to the B.C. Liberals totalling more than $10,000.

A representative for Coastal Contacts said their actions were warranted.

“We are a stakeholder just as the optometrists and opticians are who are represented, I believe, by lobbyists,” said Terry Vanderkruyk, the company’s vice-president of corporate development. “We felt we needed to do that and we did that.”

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Online contact lenses becoming popular From page 9

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On the whole, the change is good for the consumer,

he said.

“The regulations that existed previously were written in the ’90s, and really didn’t incorporate a channel that involved the Internet,” said Vanderkruyk. “There was a need to update those regulations.”

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“It’s a massive change. . . . Most of the public won’t know; they’ll read about it, but they won’t know the difference. It’s unfortunate. It really is.”

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“Had the regulations not been updated in the manner they were, certainly we would have considered relocating the business, but that would not have been our first choice.”

But Dumalo does not see that as a valid reason for changing the rules.

“To say that this Internet company is going to move out of B.C. if the regulations aren’t changed — where are they going to move?” she said. “Nowhere in North America allows contact lenses and eyewear to be dispensed without verification, nowhere in England, nowhere in the Commonwealth. The only jurisdictions where this is allowed are in Third World countries.”

But Vanderkruyk said the rules around eyewear vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, that Coastal Contacts obeys them all, and that they are generally trending in the same direction — although he acknowledged that B.C.’s are now “progressive” compared to others.

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Cathi and Kelvin Stephens show their support.

Sharon Builder and Steve Niven enjoy the festivities.

Scholarship recipients Meghan Brasier and Leigh-Anna Marks flash their smiles.

Representatives of the Fernandez Earle Scholarship Foundation launched a $1-million capital campaign at the organization’s seventh annual fundraising dinner May 26 at West Vancouver’s Capilano Golf and Country Club. Guests enjoyed a champagne reception, dinner and a live auction, as well as listening to a presentation about the campaign, which will support graduating high school students from the Queen Charlotte Islands (Haida Gwaii) attend Hawaii Pacific and Simon Fraser universities. Info: www.fernandezearle.com.

Tony and Kim Grieve team up for a photo with Haida Gwaii school superintendent Angus Wilson.

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FORMER Little Sister Ashley Prebble counts her relationship with Big Sister Krista McGrath as an important shaper of who she is.

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“Krista has been such a positive influence in my life,” says Prebble. “She’s just a very strong woman.”

McGrath has always known what she wants out of life and been confident in herself and that’s helped Prebble come to be similarly self-assured. “It’s definitely been a huge influence in me becoming a woman,” she says.

Lisa Cloutier, director of operations for Big Sisters of B.C. Lower Mainland, says the women’s story is testament to the impact of the organization, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

“Since 1960 we have been matching young girls with positive female role models,” she says. “We are a mentoring organizationandweseektoreally build up the self-esteem and confidence of girls by providing them with a supportive older friend that they can trust and rely on.”

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Ride to Conquer Cancer and Ride2Survive set for next weekend NORTH Shore residents are among the individuals gearing up for two long distance rides intended to raise funds for cancer research.

The Ride to Conquer Cancer benefitting B.C. Cancer Foundation is a twoday cycling journey from Vancouver to Seattle. This year’s edition kicks off June 19. More than 1,700 people participated in 2009, the inaugural ride, raising $6.9 million.

The Ride2Survive, a oneday event in its sixth year, sees cyclists travel from Kelowna to North Delta to raise money for cancer research. Funds go directly to cancer research

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In the last five years, the event has raised more than $900,000 for cancer research.

For more information on The Ride to Conquer Cancer, or to volunteer, visit www. conquercancer.ca.

For more information on the Ride2Survive, visit www. ride2survive.ca.

ELAINE Donohoe and Chris Klar are among the North Shore residents participating in The Ride to Conquer Cancer benefitting B.C. Cancer Foundation June 19-20. Community members are also supporting Ride2Survive, a 400-kilometre fundraising cycle from the Okanagan to the Lower Mainland June 19.

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GLENN Pace stretches before a training run in the lead-up to the 2010 Easter Seals 24 Hour Relay For the Kids.

Having run various events all across North America, from running Vancouver Island’s Juan de Fuca Marine Trail in a day to 100-mile mountain trail races in Utah, California and Nevada, he increasingly pushes his body to the test.

With that sort of experience, in 2008, Pace was shocked when his decision to participate in the Easter Seals 24 Hour Relay For the Kids as a solo runner, rather than as part of a team, left him in a cast and on crutches for two weeks.

“One of the milestones in ultrarunning is covering 100 miles and another one is running for 24 hours,” says Pace, 45, known as Mudrunner to his friends.

While there are numerous 24-hour events throughout North America, there aren’t any in Vancouver, so the 24 Hour Relay seemed like a good opportunity to give it a try. “At the same time I thought, ‘well, it’s kind of a nice way to give back and actually do something productive with my running,’” he says.

Pace entered and ran 100 miles in 22.5 hours.

As it turns out, the cast, put on as doctors thought he might have had a stress fracture, was unnecessary as he had only strained a muscle. While he’s used to distance and duration, he believes the strain to have been the result of him not training enough on flat terrain.

So, Pace altered his training regime and ran the relay solo a second time in 2009. At that event, his goal was to run 110 miles and he almost hit the mark, off by less than a mile, and didn’t sustain any injuries.

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Big Sisters mentors do a great job of helping their Little Sisters come to believe in themselves and what they’re capable of achieving. Programs include: the Big and Little Sister one-on-one mentoring program, an approximate three hour a week commitment; as well as the Study Buddy tutoring program, a one hour a week commitment that in addition to mentoring, focuses on academics.

To mark their 50th anniversary, rather than hold a big party, organization representatives opted to celebrate their successes by reaching out to program alumni and get them to share their stories of friendship, posting them on their website, blog, Facebook page or in their newsletter.

They hope the celebration serves as a means of attracting new Big Sisters to the program enabling them to support more young girls than ever before. “We currently have 150 girls on our waiting list, which is really

high,” says Cloutier.

They also hope it inspires current matches and raises awareness of the program, attracting new Little Sisters.

Prebble, 22, and McGrath, 35, are among the alumni matches that have gotten back in touch with the organization as part of the festivities. The North Vancouver residents were matched in 2001, when Prebble was 13, and were part of the program until she turned 19. Prebble came to the program after her older sister moved away and her mother thought it would be a good idea for her to have a positive role model in her life.

She waited a year to be matched. “It was a long wait,” she says. “Then a year later, this angel walked into my apartment.”

McGrath opted to get involved after she moved to North Vancouver in 2000 and saw an ad for the program. Having had a great upbringing on Vancouver Island, she viewed getting involved as a great opportunity to give back, she says. She remembers fondly the day she met Prebble and her mother, walking into their North Shore apartment

and being greeted by the expectant smile on the young girl’s face.

They had an incredible time in the program, attending a Canucks game, various arts and cultural performances, going to movies, having lunch dates and peoplewatching at Kitsilano Beach.

The girls have grown up together, for example, when McGrath first got involved, she was a single woman, now she’s married with two children, and runs a family business, and Prebble is out of her teens and working through post-secondary studies as well is busy with a job. Despite how their lives have changed, they’ve maintained their friendship. “I love the person that Ashley is and has become,” says McGrath. “She’s an old soul basically. She’s always been very wise beyond her years. . . . She just has a huge heart. I love you, love you, love you.”

For more information on Big Sisters of B.C. Lower Mainland, to share a story of past involvement, to read those stories, or to become a Big or Little Sister, visit www. bigsisters.bc.ca.

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NOTICE is hereby given that a Public Meeting will be held on MONDAY, JUNE 21, 2010 AT 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 141 West 14th Street, North Vancouver, B.C.

Solar Hot Water Ready Regulation City Council at its regular meeting of Monday, May 17, 2010, resolved to hold a Public Meeting regarding the City’s potential inclusion in the Province of British Columbia’s Solar Hot Water Ready Regulation Initiative. The Building and Safety Policy Branch of the Ministry of Housing and Social Development has drafted the proposed regulation in partnership with Solar BC, Natural Resources Canada and the development industry, and has invited all local governments to be included.

The Public Meeting will allow Council to receive public input on this issue. Inclusion in the Province’s Initiative will require new, one-unit residential uses to be pre-piped for potential solar hot water installation.

The requirements would be limited to designing an area of roof or exterior wall that is designated for a future system and a continuous conduit extending from the water heater to the designated area. By facilitating the construction of resilient buildings and the transition to renewable energy sources, the proposed regulation supports adopted policy including the City’s

Community Energy and Emissions Plan and the City of North Vancouver Of!cial Community Plan.

AGENDA Chair: Mayor Darrell R. Mussatto • • • •

Staff Presentation Representations from the public Questions and comments from Council Members Motion to conclude the Public Meeting.

The relevant background material may be inspected at the of!ce of the City Clerk between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except Statutory Holidays, from May 17 to June 21, 2010. If you wish to view the material online please go to www.cnv.org and access City Hall/Council Meetings/Public Hearings and Meetings. Please direct inquiries to Courtney Miller, Community Development at 604-990-4219 or cmiller@cnv.org. Written submissions to the City Clerk will be accepted up to and including June 21, 2010 or by email to randerson@cnv.org.

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NOTICE is hereby given by the City of North Vancouver that a Public Hearing will be held on MONDAY, JUNE 21, 2010 AT 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 141 West 14th Street, North Vancouver, B.C. to receive representations in connection with the following proposed amendment to “Zoning Bylaw, 1995, No. 6700”.

Bylaw No. 8080 - 400 Brooksbank and 212 Brooksbank Avenue Bylaw No. 8080 would amend the text of the CD-205 (Comprehensive Development 205) Zone as it pertains to property legally described as Lot E, Block 22, D.L. 272, Plan 14138, as indicated on the sketch, located at 400 Brooksbank Avenue, to reduce Principal Non-Industrial Uses from 11,800 sq.ft. to 10,000 sq.ft. and to remove 212 Brooksbank Avenue from the zone; and To rezone Lot A (Explanatory Plan 11193), Block 31, D.L. 272, Plan 4692, as indicated on the sketch, located at 212 Brooksbank Avenue. The amendment to “Zoning Bylaw, 1995, No. 6700” would have the effect of reclassifying the said property FROM:

CD-205 (Comprehensive Development 205) Zone

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CD-587 (Comprehensive Development 587) Zone

to permit the redevelopment and renovation of an industrial business park to allow Principal Industrial Uses; Accessory NonIndustrial Uses which shall occupy no more than 44% of the Gross Floor Area of the Principal Industrial Use; and Principal NonIndustrial (Commercial) Use of no more than the lesser of 6% of the Gross Floor Area or 2,405 sq.ft.

APPLICANT: BROOKWEST INDUSTRIAL INC., ESJAY INDUSTRIAL LTD./ CHRISTOPHER BOZYK ARCHITECTS LTD. This Public Hearing is held under the provisions of the Local Government Act. All persons who believe they may be affected by the above proposal will be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person and/or by written submission. Written submissions to the City Clerk will be accepted up to the conclusion of the Public Hearing to be held on June 21, 2010 or by email to randerson@cnv.org. Submissions received after the conclusion of the Public Hearing will not be considered by Council.

The proposed Bylaw may be inspected at the of!ce of the City Clerk between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except Statutory Holidays, from June 3 - June 21, 2010 If you wish to view the material online please go to www.cnv.org and access City Hall/Council Meetings/Public Hearings and Meetings. Please direct inquiries regarding Bylaw No. 8080 to Courtney Miller, Community Development, 604-990-4219 or cmiller@cnv.org.

Public Meeting - WAIVED NOTICE is hereby given, under the provisions of the Local Government Act, that it is the intention of the Council of the City of North Vancouver to issue Development Variance Permits Nos. 2010-00005 and 2010-00007, at a regular Council Meeting to be held on MONDAY, JUNE 21, 2010 in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 141 West 14th Street, North Vancouver. The Public Meeting has been WAIVED.

Development Variance Permit No. 2010-00005 - 144 West 14th Street HOLLYBURN PROPERTIES LIMITED has applied for a Development Variance Permit with respect to properties legally described as Lot E except part on Plan BCP23965, Block 49, D.L. 548, Group 1 NWD, Plan 14222, located at 144 West 14th Street, as indicated on the sketch, to permit the provisions of the “Zoning Bylaw, 1995, No. 6700” to be varied to permit cellular antennae and associated screening panels as a height exception to project beyond the maximum permitted height for the 64 metre (210 ft.) building, but not to exceed the height of the existing mechanical penthouse.

Development Variance Permit No. 2010-00007 - 970 Marine Drive/ 935 West 16th Street OWNERS OF STRATA BCS3556 have applied for a Development Variance Permit with respect to properties legally described as Strata Lots 1-24, D.L. 265, Group 1 NWD, Strata Plan BCS3556 (together with an interest in the common property in proportion to the unit entitlement of the Strata Lot as shown on Form V), located at 970 Marine Drive/935 West 16th Street, as indicated on the sketch, to permit the provisions of the “Zoning Bylaw, 1995, No. 6700” to be varied to the extent necessary to allow two cellular antennae and associated equipment as a height exception to project beyond the maximum permitted height of 13.716 metres (45 feet).

citycouncil Mayor Darrell Mussatto Councillor Pam Bookham Councillor Rod Clark Councillor Bob Fearnley Councillor Guy Heywood Councillor Craig Keating Councillor Mary Trentadue City Clerk Robyn G. Anderson randerson@cnv.org

The proposed Permits and relevant background material may be inspected at the of!ce of the City Clerk between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except Statutory Holidays, from June 10 - June 21, 2010. If you wish to view the material online please go to www.cnv.org and access City Hall/Council Meetings/ Public Hearings and Meetings. Please direct inquiries regarding Development Variance Permits Nos. 2010-00005 and 2010-00007 to Barbara Westmacott, Community Development, at 604-990-4216 or bwestmacott@cnv.org. Written submissions to the City Clerk will be accepted up to and including June 21, 2010 or by email to randerson@cnv.org.

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SENIORS what’s going on for seniors NOTICES Seniors Acting Up: A theatrical troupe that entertains seniors in care homes and hospitals meets Thursdays, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver.

The group is currently looking for male members to join. Fee: $15 per season. Info: 604-9802474, 604-985-0145 or www. silverharbourcentre.com.

Cognitive Care Tips with Nurse Next Door: A lunch and learn program, Monday, June 14, 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver.

Fee: $5. Info and registration: 604-987-5820.

The North Shore Seniors Picnic will take place Thursday, June 24, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Boulevard Park, North Vancouver.

If the weather is not suitable, the event will take place at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Ct., North Vancouver. This is an old fashioned picnic with activities and entertainment.

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LYNN Valley Community Policing Centre volunteer Audrey Brown discusses identify theft prevention with a group of seniors at the centre recently.

SPORTS, RECREATION, GAMES, FITNESS AND HEALTH Seniors Cyclists: For a schedule of rides visit www.westvancouver.ca/seniors. Routes vary be-

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Seniors’ Tennis Association of the North Shore: Play daytime tennis, Monday to Friday, at courts around the North Shore.

Info: Will, 604-986-3919 or www.seniorstennis.ca.

— Compiled by Pamela Stone and Debbie Caldwell E-mail information for your nonprofit, by donation or nominal fee event to listings@nsnews.com.

Development Information Open House Early Public Input Opportunity - Rezoning Application Proposed 4 Unit Development 651 West 14th Street, North Vancouver A residential development on this lot involving 4 units of multifamily in 2 separate front and rear duplex buildings is proposed.

Jordan Kutev, Architect and applicant, invites interested members of the Public to attend the Development Information Open House for an early opportunity to review the proposal and offer comments.

Date: Place:

Thursday, June 17, 2010 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Presentation 7:30 PM) Westview Elementary School, Activity Room 641 West 17th Street, North Vancouver

Applicant Contact Jordan Kutev Jordan Kutev Architect Inc. 200 – 4701 Hastings St. Burnaby, BC V5C 2K8 604-299-3222 or info@jka.cc

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Audition Call: BC Boys Choir will be holding auditions until Tuesday, June 15. The choir resumes in September and is open to male singers ages seven to 24. Info: 1-888-9098282 or www.bcboyschoir. org.

MELANIE McLeod (left) and Barb Fawkes of TD CanadaTrustinEdgemont Village recently hosted a Hotdog Hoedown to raise money for B.C. Children’s Hospital.

Vancouver Canucks hockey jerseys were a popular raffle prize. Village merchants donated food items and a live band entertained passersby.

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Blueridge Good Neighbour Day: A festive celebration for friends and neighbours of Blueridge Community, Sunday, June 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. This year’s theme is Super Heroes.

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There will be an assortment of booths with international foods and merchandise, along with entertainment and many other activities.

Visit the HMNZS Endeavour and the HMNZS Te Kaha: The City of North Vancouver will welcome two New Zealand Navy vessels, June 1419. They will both be moored at the Burrard Drydock Pier, located at the foot of Lonsdale Avenue, on the City’s historic waterfront. The vessels will be open to the public for ship tours, free of charge, on Friday June 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Visitors are advised to wear pants or shorts and flat-soled footwear when aboard the vessels.

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Join Jane: North VancouverSeymour MLA Jane Thornthwaite will be holding oneon-one chats, Thursday, June 17, 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd. No registration required.

— Compiled by Pamela Stone and Debbie Caldwell E-mail information for your non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to listings@ nsnews.com.

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THE Bank of Canada finally raised rates for the first time in almost three years.

What does that mean for your investment portfolio and are there any changes that you should make?

The Bank of Canada, as expected, raised its key rate a quarter point to 0.50 per cent. This is the overnight Making Cents rate at which major financial Lori Pinkowski institutions borrow and lend one-day funds among themselves and is the basis for other interest rates such as prime rate which is now at 2.50 per cent.

They had been warning us of their plans for months as our red hot Canadian economy continues its speedy recovery so most of this increase was already priced into the stock and bond markets. However, it appears that we could be heading into a new cycle of higher interest rates and investors may need to adjust their portfolio in order to get better returns in this different environment as the various sectors or asset classes will behave differently.

The prices of bonds and preferred shares will fall as interest rates rise so it’s important to ensure that your fixed income investments have specific maturity dates so you can simply hold until your principal is returned and not worry about rates moving around. Sticking to shorter term bonds (2014 and shorter) will minimize price fluctuations and allow you to reinvest the money sooner if rates rise substantially. Any preferred shares held should be “rate reset preferreds” which have their dividend rate updated every five years. Often these preferreds simply get redeemed by the issuer at the first reset date so they can be treated like a short term bond.

Review your portfolio for stocks that may be more sensitive to interest rate changes such as financials, utilities or sectors where demand is dependant on debt such as real estate or automotive. Other sectors such as the telecoms tend to

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withstand a hike as the interest rate increase doesn’t really affect whether consumers will use their phones or not while commodities will often see initially higher demand due to the same economic conditions that brought about the interest rate increase. In all sectors, companies with lower debt levels and stronger balance sheets will fare much better with rising interest rates.

The Bank of Canada didn’t indicate any plans for additional rate hikes in the near future and with headwinds for global economic growth from Europe and Asia looking to cool its growth slightly we are likely safe from any more changes for now. The gradual increase of interest rates will help minimize their impact but it is important to plan ahead and look through your portfolio for any fine tuning that it might need to reduce your interest rate risk.

Lori is an associate portfolio manager and senior vice president at Raymond James and she is a regular commentator on CKNW. She can answer questions at lori.pinkowski@raymondjames.ca or 604-915-LORI. This article is for informational purposes only.

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Community grants The North Shore Neighbourhood House has received $9,000 to go towards the Edible Garden Project thanks to a grant from Vancity bank.

Community Project Grants are part of Vancity’s Shared Success program, where 30 per cent of annual profits are invested back into members and their communities. This year, $204,250 in grants will be dispersed amongst 33 not-forprofit organizations in Metro Vancouver. The grants will be used to fund a variety of initiatives that benefit the social, environmental, and economic wellbeing of the local community.

The Edible Garden Project promotes sustainable agriculture and food security, while also supporting marginalized individuals and families by providing fresh

produce, access to gardening space, and education.

Charitable challenge Marketing students at Argyle secondary put their brains to the test on Friday to participate in a fundraiser for World Vision.

The Apprentice Challenge asked the class to split into groups and choose a healthy food item to sell during the school’s lunch hour. The goal was to make as large of a profit as possible from the chosen items, with funds going towards buying supplies that can be used

by World Vision.

Work habits, participation, marketing strategies and team work were analyzed to determine a winner.

— Compiled by Manisha Krishnan To submit information on North Shore business groups or events to our Briefcase section, e-mail mkrishnan@nsnews.com.

NVDPL’s Friends of the Library present a fundraising event:

Make Friends With Your Library An Evening of Food, Fun and a Silent Auction WHERE:

Cedar Grove Restaurant 1255 Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver Call 778-340-3282 to make reservations

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Tuesday June 15, 2010, 6pm-9pm Silent Auction closes at 8.30pm

Invite your friends and come have fun with us!

All proceeds will benefit projects for library patrons at the three North Vancouver District Library branches. Payments for auction items by cash and cheque only. In addition, talk to us about joining the Friends of the Library and how you can contribute to improving our libraries.

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COMMUNITY CONNEXIONS NEWSLETTER 1070 Roosevelt Crescent North Vancouver, BC V7P 1M3 T: 604 984 9321 F: 604 984 9882 www.nsconnexions.org

North Shore ConneXions Society (ConneXions) is a non-profit organization that supports families and serves children and adults living with a developmental disability.

Our vision is a community where all people with disabilities have equal opportunities to lead active, fulfilling lives and are recognized as contributing members of the community.

June 2010 | ISSUE 8

It’s Our History Too!

A brief look at the history timeline of Canadians living with developmental disabilities Did you know?

• Approximately 15% or 4.5 million of Canadians report having a disability. Globally, the United Nations organization estimates there are anywhere from 100 to 500 million individuals living with a disability • These individuals are twice as likely to face poverty as other Canadians 1950’s • Since the early 20th century, individuals with developmental disabilities were segregated and confined from the rest of society in large institutionalizations

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• 1975 UN Declaration on the Rights of Disabled Persons • The Canadian Human Rights Act passed in 1977 giving persons with disabilities the same rights as all other Canadians

• Children who were‘labeled’were not given the same opportunity to attend school like others in their community and were entirely excluded from the public school system

• The original version of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, proposed by the federal government in October 1980, did not include any reference to "mental and physical disability" as specific grounds of discrimination

• Woodlands Institution opened a residential school for disabled children and adults • Parents and family members advocated for their children with a disability to have the right to be educated. This created a large social movement referred to as the‘Parent or Family Movement’ • Seven local parent associations joined together to create what is now called British Columbia Association for Community Living (BCACL)

1960’s • The main advocacy focus in this century was opening residential group homes, development of vocational services and adult support programs

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• 1974 the first People First group in Canada began in Vancouver B.C. Individuals who had been living in instititutions wanted to live in the community

1980’s • The 1980’s was a time of recognition of the rights of individuals living with a disability

• The Canadian Association for Community Living (CACL) was established

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• The disability rights movement began, led by individuals with disabilities

• Individuals with disabilities were viewed through a ‘Medical Model’philosophy, meaning controlling or rehabilitation of the disability

• A few local families joined together to form North Shore ConneXions Society

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• Parental groups and associations worked with government to build lines of communication

1970’s • The 1970’s represented an era of social change in Canada, of people seeking equal voice and empowerment that effected social and legal changes on aspects affecting their daily lives • A shift in thinking to a‘Normalization’principle.

Normalization involves the acceptance of people with disabilities, with their disabilities, offering them the same conditions as are offered to other citizens. This had a significant effect on the way services for people with disabilities were structured • De-institutionalization movement in Canada began

• Strong and persistent lobbying by organizations in the Canadian disability community lead to the government including disabilities in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms in 1981 • The Independent Living Movement spread through Canada and has since reached around the globe. This changed the way people viewed and responded to disabilities. People were listening to the opinions of people with disabilities themselves in order to provide programs and services that worked for them • Since the late 1980’s, people-first language has gained considerable acceptance. We used to say“developmentally disabled people”.

Now we say“people with developmental disabilities”. We do this to show that the person is more important than the disability • 1981 became The International Year of Disabled Persons later renamed as The International Year of Individuals with Disabilities • Born and raised in North Vancouver, B. Goode was the first self advocate to address the United Nations General assembly in 1982. She was also the first president of the People First self advocate group • In 1985 a nationwide trend toward de-institutionalizing individuals with developmental disabilities brought about the closure of Tranquille Institution in Kamloops, BC • Integration of 300 individuals from Tranquille Institution began

• Canada became a global leader in the movement of rights for individuals with a disability • The BC Self Advocacy Foundation was incorporated to provide adults with developmental disabilities and their communities with the support, training and resources necessary for individuals to learn about and advocate for their own rights • 1988 was the first Federal Election recognizing the rights of people with developmental disabilities to vote 1990’s • In 1996 the two remaining large institutions in BC, Glendale Institution and Woodlands Institution closed • 1997 The Community Inclusion Fund was launched following the de-institutionalization initiative under the National Strategy for the Integration of Persons with Disabilities 2000’s • Establishment of Representation Agreement Act - first statute in the world to accept caring trusting relationships as a criterion for determining legal capability • 2001 The Canadian government reviewed its programs and services available for individuals with a disability. The Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) invited interested parties to provide submissions on the future direction for Community Living Services • The majority of respondents felt the systems in place for adults with developmental disabilities and children with special needs were rigid, overly bureaucratic and unsustainable in the long term • In 2004 Community Living British Columbia (CLBC) – Crown Corporation was established • The transfer of services from Ministry of Child and Family development to CLBC officially began • In 2008 the Government of Canada introduced the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), Canada Disability Savings Grant and Canada Disability Savings Bond to help Canadians with disabilities and their families save for the future • In 2010 Canada announced it was becoming the 82nd country to ratify the UN Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities Watch for a more in depth review on the history of disabilities in our next publication August 8th.

In the 1960’s North Shore ConneXions Society introduced a woodworking program for adults. Although the structure has changed, this program still runs strong today.

In 2006 BCACL organized ‘A Climb for Community Living’ up Mt. Kilimanjaro.

A group of children participate in a Friendship Circle at a local North Shore school.

Education Now and Then Over the last 6o years education for individuals with developmental disabilities on the North Shore has gone through many transitions.

In the mid to late 1950’s a few small programs were beginning to evolve.

In the early 1960’s the North Vancouver School District assumed the responsibility and Prince Charles School was built. Prince Charles School opened in 1962. It was a segregated school within the district providing educational services to students with developmental disabilities from all over the North Shore.

In the 1970’s there was a shift in thinking about the operation of a segregated school. In the late 1970’s programs for younger students (preschool, kindergarten and elementary) moved in to schools operating throughout the district. Lionsview Early Education program operated out of Canyon Heights Elementary School and the primary student’s from

Prince Charles moved to Highlands Elementary School.

In the 1980’s the high school aged students moved from Prince Charles to Windsor Secondary and Prince Charles School was closed.

In the 1990’s the focus shifted towards full inclusion.

Further transitions began integrating students in to their neighbourhood schools and Lionsview Early Education program closed.

Today the North Vancouver School District is “committed to the philosophy of inclusion which is founded on the belief that all students should be educated in neighbourhood schools, in regular classrooms and in age appropriate settings to the maximum extent possible.”

To promote inclusion and acceptance in schools, North Shore ConneXions runs two programs. Our Education and Community Awareness program (ECA) trains individuals with developmental

disabilities to speak to audiences. Our presentations are custom tailored to the various audiences and always include the presenter’s personal stories, interactive sensory activities, along with question and answer forums accompanied by a variety of multi-media resources to promote the message of inclusion.

The Friendship Circles program offers a creative approach to developing friendship and promoting acceptance between school children with disabilities and their classmates. Through a community volunteer, SEA or program staff a circle is facilitated that focuses on play, equality, creativity and teambuilding.

Perhaps the clearest picture of the success of a friendship circle is summarized by a quote from one of our participants this year, who when asked what he liked about Friendship Circles he said“It makes me feel normal.”

Above Shannon, a self advocate and ConneXions employee, gives a speach to a local North Shore high school.

Education of ConneXions Employees Not only is education important for the individuals we support, but the ongoing education of our employees is paramount to providing quality service.

It is a requirement of all ConneXions employees to have active certification in First Aid and Crisis Prevention and Connexions regularly hosts this

training.

Staff have also recently received training in facilitating our Person Centered Plans and in augmentative communication.

As well, ConneXions purchased an online training program which is available for all staff until this

September. This training is about completing strength based assessments, job development, systematic instruction and moving from segregation to inclusion with real work for real pay. Many staff have already taken advantage of this opportunity and we hope that many more will participate as well.

Carol, Employment Specialist, working on the online employment training program.

Partnership with North Vancouver School District This coming June 21st to 25th The Summit will be hosting a week of extreme fun and social activities for students from the North Vancouver School District. Due to the success of the pilot project that took place last year, this will be the second year for this program..

The students can expect to visit Grouse Mountain, Burnaby Village, H.R. McMillian Space Centre, West Vancouver Aquatic Centre and more. These venues will give students the opportunity to visit some new sites, but also to interact with students

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from other schools across the district who they may never have met, or perhaps rarely get to see.

This partnership project allows new families and participants to learn about the different services offer by ConneXions. Also this gives us an opportunity to meet the next generation of future high school graduates that we hope to support in their future pursuits. Best of all, it marks the beginning of many people’s favourite time of the year, summer!

For more information about North Shore Conne ions Society, our programs, volunteering or donations, please visit www.nsconnexions.org or call 604.984.9321 today!

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Score some goals with South African wine

WINE writers are supposed to be a dispassionate lot.

Just here to size up what’s in the glass, give it some proper descriptors, and at the end of the day maybe tell you if it’s worth buying and what you might eat with it. Not true.

The Hired Belly has been lucky to travel to many, if not most, of the world’s great wine-producing regions.

And because wine is as much about people as anything else, they all leave an impression well beyond what the glasses revealed.

Perhaps none more than South Africa.

One of the first times we tasted South African wines (late adolescent swigs of SAQ Cap Bonne Esperance aside) was at a “discreet” tasting that took place in Vancouver in the months before the end of the embargo against South Africa. Sworn to secrecy, and on the condition of writing nothing, we were poured several wines, intended to show just how ready was South Africa to return to the wider world.

When the post-embargo wines did show up, they were, for the most part, unremarkable. The rest of the world had moved on. But since then so too has South Africa, both inside the bottle and out.

Our more memorable discoveries occurred at the end of a 28-hour trip just a few years ago, when we were struck by how quickly the wine industry was moving to shake off its old ways, through a slew of forward-thinking programs implemented to move ahead.

South Africa’s wineries

Notable Potables Tim Pawsey

differ from those elsewhere, if for no other reason that with the arrival of true democracy the rules “on the farm” all changed.

Behind many of the names on the labels are compelling stories of people who not only embraced change but who have reached out to share land, wealth and expertise in ways unseen before. To get a sense of how, we recommend a few minutes spent exploring www.wosa. co.za — particularly under the section “empowerment projects.”

South Africa also boasts more Fair Trade wines than any other nation and has moved quicker than most on the environmental front. Its new Wine of Origin program promotes sustainable farming practices and will, in time, allow consumers to track the originating vineyard of every bottle of wine sold.

Even if you’re not moved by ethical motives, there are plenty of other good reasons to celebrate the World Cup with South African wines.

For one, it’s hard not to be impressed by the value to be found under the magic $20 mark.

Here’s a list of quick

Dinner for Dad’s day

IT may seem like mom gets all the glory; and let’s be honest, she deserves it.

I’m kidding! Dads play a crucial role too. And local fatherand-son restaurateurs Antonio and Patrick Corsi have come up with a great way to celebrate the important men in your life: with dinner.

The duo — who run Q4, Gusto di Quattro, and Quattro at Whistler, and are co-authors of the award-winning cookbook Mangia with Quattro:Family-Style Italian from the Heart — have come up with special three-course menus for each restaurant. The Corsis will be feasting all weekend long. For three nights, June 18, 19 and 20, Q4, Gusto di Quattro, and Quattro at Whistler will be offering menus that feature recipes from the book. Priced at $90 per couple, the dinner includes an autographed copy of Mangia with Quattro. Additional people can enjoy the meal for $35 per person (does not include a copy of the book), or $15 per child. Additional books are available for $29.95 per copy.

On Gusto do Quattro’s menu: the Quattro bruschetta trio, Mozzarella Caprese or Zuppa di’ Pane (rustic bread soup finished with fresh basil). Second-course options include Linguine con Gamberetti (sweet rock shrimp, garlic, chili, fresh tarragon lemon and olive oil), the spicy Spaghetti Quattro, Salmone Finocchiato (seared spring salmon filet, caramelized onions, sweet fennel cream and baby potatoes) or Costolette di Maiale con Olive (boneless pork chop, pan roasted & simmered in white wine, green and black olives). Choose from Quattro Tiramisu or housemade gelato for dessert.

For reservations or more information call Gusto di Quattro 604-924-4444.

— Deana Lancaster

picks for your next “Braai” (barbecue) that all shout “Goooaaaal!”

■ Nederburg FIFA Edition 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon 07 (Western Cape) Two-centuries-old Nederburg enjoys a long tradition of value wines and this one’s no exception: up front, juicy dark fruit with mouth-filling spice and gently muscular good length.

Perfect with grilled anything; Everything Wine, $19.99.

■ Porcupine Ridge Syrah 2008.

Arguably one of the best Syrah deals going. Vibrant red fruit in a mouth watering, juicy palate with easy tannins

and black pepper spice through the end. Made by Boekenhoutskloof but just remember the Porcupine; BCLS $ 17.99 ■ Glen Carlou Grand Classique 2006 (Paarl).

A perennially well made Cab Sauv Merlot blend that absolutely demonstrates the Cape’s ability to deliver.

Toast and cherry notes on top precede a layered palate of black fruit, mocha and spice; BCLS $19.99.

■ Saxenburg Guineau Fowl 2006 (Stellenbosch).

Merlot, Shiraz, Cab deliver a plush but structured red fruited blend with hints of mulberry and cassis,

approachable, well integrated tannins and good complexity. $18.99. www.hiredBelly.com; www.twitter.com/hiredbelly.

photos Tim Pawsey

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NEWS AROUND THE WORLD Going on a trip?

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you and we’ll try to publish your highresolution photo in our News Around the World feature (there is no guarantee photos will be published). Due to the enormous response to News Around the World it may take several weeks before your photo will appear. Take a photo of yourself (keep close to the camera, but with the background still in view) in a location outside the province holding a copy of the News, with a scenic background, which distinguishes the location. Send it to us with the first and last name of everyone featured in the photo, along with your phone number, and a description of where the photo was taken. Send your submission to Manisha Krishnan by e-mail to mkrishnan@nsnews.com. Please note: We will only be accepting pictures that have been sent to us via e-mail.

GARY Brady and Rhonda Fehr explore the Cliffs of Moher in County Clare, Ireland.

MATT Watkins and Matteo Bottazzini take in a Canucks vs. Ducks game in Anaheim, Calif.

MARGARET and Adrian Joseph and their newfound friends take in the Pyrenees Mountains in Pau located in the south of France.

CLAYTON and Ryan Hunter ride the Hollywood Tower of Terror at Disneyland.

HANDSWORTH secondary students stop for a photo in front of the Children’s Memorial in Hiroshima while on a school trip to Japan.

JOHN and Marny Peirson visit a temple overgrown by trees in Angkor Wat, Cambodia.

DEREK, Brooklynn, Karen and Nels Nelson enjoy a round of golf at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra, Fla.

GEORGE, Chase, Shawna and Cade Baker and Elaine McLean relax on the beach in Maui, Hawaii.

PETER and Sara Vlahos bask in the Mediterranean sun in the village of L’Ile Rousse, Corsica.

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YOUR NORTH SHORE GUIDE to THE WORLD OUTSIDE

Belize: Belize (formerly British Honduras), in Central America, has a diverse society, comprising many cultures and speaking many languages.

Although Kriol and Spanish are spoken among the population, Belize is the only country in Central America where English is the official language.

Belize is bordered by Mexico to its north, by Guatemala to its south and west, and by the Caribbean Sea to the east.

With 22,960 km of land and 320,000 people (2008 est.), the population density of Belize is the lowest in the Central American region, and it also has one of the lowest population densities in the world.

However, the country’s population growth rate, 2.21 per cent (2008 est.), is the highest in the region and one of the highest in the western hemisphere.

Belize is culturally unique among Central American nations. It is the only nation in Central America with a British colonial heritage.

— Wikipedia

photo Eric Mohl/Horizon Writers’ Group

BELIZE’S Crab-Catcher Lagoon is a haven for more than 400 species of birds.

JUNGLES AND WATERS TEEM WITH RARE SPECIES

The beasts of Belize

Karen Catchpole

Contributing Writer

BELIZE CITY, BELIZE: During a family vacation through the parks of the Canadian Rockies a few years ago we all laughed at a sign which advised visitors to “Keep your eyes out!” for local wildlife. I was reminded of that physically impossible yet theoretically sound advice as soon as I arrived in Belize.

Nearly 40 per cent of the land and approximately 13 per cent of the marine areas of this tiny country, which rubs elbows with Mexico, Guatemala and a 200-mile stretch of the Caribbean, are protected by assorted governmental and private organizations.

This means that Belize, roughly the size of Massachusetts, offers crucial habitats for a mindboggling array of species — many of them on the top of most wildlife watcher’s must-see lists.

With my eyes out (and my fingers crossed) I headed to Belize in search of three of them: harpy eagles, jaguars and whale sharks.

Eagle Eyes Take a bald eagle and give it flamboyantly long feathers around its head which flare out into a regal, fluttery collar whenever the mood strikes. Now make this fancy-dress predator more than three and a half feet tall. Give it talons the size of grizzly bear claws. Oh, and render it nearly extinct. Now you’ve got a harpy eagle.

An American bird conservation charity, the Peregrine Fund, has been captive-breeding harpy eagles and re-introducing them into Belize for years. Some of the birds now live on the banks of the 28-mile-long spring-fed Crab-Catcher Lagoon

photo Sam Noralez/Horizon Writers’ Group

PLAYFUL and curious bottlenose dolphins interrupt the search for whale sharks around Belize’s Gladden Spit. in central northern Belize.

An afternoon motorboat ride from a dock just south of Orange Walk City took me through the meandering arms of the lagoon. The sun was bright, the water was clear and the muscular mangroves and jungle vegetation pushed insistently at the banks as

if trying to join their friends on the other side.

The clean water and lush greenery in this area provide the perfect habitats for more than 400 types of bird and I easily spotted exotic species. Up on a thick tree branch perched a black-collared hawk with its distinctive rust and black coloring. Ospreys circled over head while limpkins (which look like herons but actually belong to their own distinct species) tippy-toed through the shallows.

A night safari using a hand-held light similar to the spotters mounted on cop cars yielded tiny impossibly fluffy American pygmy kingfishers who seemed to be playing a game of “if I can’t see you, you can’t see me” as my boat inched directly under their perches.

While slipping silently through the misty waterways during a dawn canoe trip I nosed into the bank and witnessed a feathered feeding frenzy as five rarely-seen Yucatan Jays gorged greedily on swarming army ants in numbers that made the ground undulate, Indiana-Jones-style.

“I take people out here all the time who are dying to see Yucatan Jays and we never see one,” said my guide Rubin, handily summing up the perils of looking for a specific creature.

During just four guided excursions into the CrabCatcher Lagoon system I saw 49 types of birds for the first time in my life — including those Yucatan jays. But no sign of my coveted harpy eagle, which would have made it an even 50.

Seeing Spots The Rio Bravo Conservation and Management Area, which occupies 260,000 acres in the northernmost section of the country hard up against the Guatemalan border, is the second largest single See Anti-social page 31

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Anti-social jaguars keep to themselves

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protected area in Belize and encompasses four per cent of the country’s land mass. It’s estimated that the RBCMA is home to 200 species of trees, 390 species of birds, 70 species of mammals and — most importantly — all of the big cats that are native to Central America, including what some consider to be the healthiest population of jaguars in the region.

As I eagerly walked along jungle trails I knew that even in a cat-rich environment like the RBCMA my odds of seeing one were slim. Jaguars are not just shy, they’re practically anti-social. If you see one, it’s because it wanted you to see it.

One morning I went to an archeological zone in the forest where University of Texas professors and students are cataloging, but not fully excavating, a Mayan city believed to have been settled in 400 BC. Jungle cats are drawn to the tranquil spot, too, and I came across a tantalizingly fresh scratch mark and scent patch on the outskirts of the ancient city. Somehow I resisted the urge to call out, “Here, kitty, kitty!”

Encouraged, I joined a night drive along dirt roads in the RBCMA. Armed with an ultra-bright flashlight I caught a glimpse of furry movement out of the corner of my eye.

What I’d hoped was a young jaguar (I would have even settled for a jaguarundi) turned out to be a grey-tailed fox which, incredibly, climbs trees. A bit further down the road a hard-to-spot Yucatan banded gecko, vividly striped and just a few inches long, appeared.

Still, no jaguar. Perhaps to make me feel better, my guide, Vladimir, told me that in more than 10 years of

service in the RBCMA he’s seen a jaguar just 20 times.

A Whale of a Sighting A whale shark is neither a whale nor a shark. At up to 60 feet long it’s the largest fish in the world. Decades ago fishermen in southern Belize began noticing large numbers of whale sharks during the mullet snapper spawning season which occurs near the full moons between March and July.

Not realizing that whale sharks are toothless and feed exclusively on plankton and other nutritious particles in the water (like snapper spawn) gulped into their mouths which can approach five feet across, the fishermen were terrified. Researchers and scuba divers were thrilled.

Given their size, it’s astonishing how rarely whale sharks are seen and interested scuba divers will go to unusual lengths to be in the right body of water at the right time. Many of those hopefuls converge on Gladden Spit Marine Preserve off the coast of southern Belize during the spring and early summer full moons when diving companies in Placencia and Hopkins gladly take them 30 miles by boat from the mainland to the spit.

Diving with whale sharks requires hanging out in open deep blue sea with no reef to amuse you or give you a navigational point of reference. It’s like being in a monochromatic bottomless well, or deep space. This makes it easy to lose your bearings as your group of divers swims in search of huge schools of mullet snapper.

Find the snapper, the theory goes, and you find the whale sharks.

Like all theories, it doesn’t always work out that way.

Three dives yielded plenty of mullet snapper but zero whale

sharks. On my fourth and final dive my group, again, found the fish. Then a pod of bottlenose dolphins found us, swimming above, below and around us for the duration of the 55 minute dive. By the way, it’s absolutely possible to grin with a scuba diving regulator in your mouth.

I may not have seen a harpy eagle or a jaguar or a whale shark during my time in Belize but I didn’t go home empty-handed either. That’s the thing about keeping your eyes out. You never know what you might see.

If you go: Lamanai Outpost Lodge www.lamanai.com ($170 per person double occupancy including transfers to and from Belize International Airport, all meals, two standard activities per day and all taxes) sits on the banks of Crab-Catcher Lagoon and offers a range of bird watching trips as part of one of the most diverse and well-crafted activities menus I’ve ever seen (from cooking with women in a nearby village to tagging crocodiles).

La Milpa Field Station www.pfbelize.org/lamilpa_ tours.html is a solar powered outpost offering 16 new comfortably-appointed cabins built out of local hardwoods with thatch roofs and private bathrooms ($208 double occupancy including three simple but delicious meals a day). Transfers from Belize City or Orange Walk Town are available. Feel even better about your stay knowing that 100 per cent of the proceeds go to Programme for Belize.

See www.pfbelize.org/index. html to help fund the not-forprofit’s conservation efforts.

Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Resort www. hamanasi.com is a Green Globe certified boutique resort with its own on-site

dive shop. Summer rates are $195-$325 double occupancy in oceanfront rooms or wonderfully secluded suites on stilts in the jungle. Rates include continental breakfast.

Seasonal two-tank whale shark dive trips to Gladden Spit are $200 per person.

Have dinner at Chef Rob’s Gourmet Café, in the town of Hopkins near Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Resort, and let Chef Rob treat you with a menu that he changes daily. Recent dishes include shrimp bisque ($6), lamb stew in dark beer with Island spices ($18) and grilled pork tenderloin with balsamic reduction sauce ($17). Cap off your meal with a nip of “30 Days of Torture,” rum infused with orange, lime and anise for a month.

Hedge your wildlife bets with a visit to the Belize Zoo ($10) www.belizezoo.org about 30 miles outside of Belize City. This lovingly-run and creatively-constructed not-for-profit zoo houses rescued or abandoned wild animals. You’re guaranteed a jaguar sighting (his name is Junior Buddy and he’s uncannily curious) and you’ll also see a pair of harpy eagles along with dozens of other native creatures.

photo Eric Mohl/Horizon Writers’ Group

MORNING light through trees in the Rio Bravo Conservation Management Area, home to all native Central American big cats including the region’s healthiest jaguar population.

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A32 - North Shore News - Sunday, June 13, 2010

Jeremy & Cooper

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Phoebe

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Dina (and her brother Harley) are a gorgeous pair of short haired Russian Blues, silver-blue-grey with striking bluegreen eyes. Dina is shy but very friendly.

She is tiny for an adult cat & and very lean.

Everyone tells me how pretty my eyes are - one blue and one green... especially with my snow white fur, but no attitude here.

I’m quiet and respectful of your space.

I’m hoping to be adopted by a quiet person who likes to be quiet with me.

Phoebe has the sweet face of a kitten and the long, lean body of a ballet dancer.

She really is most attractive and loves to play. Phoebe weaves around her foster’s legs purring when it is feeding time. She eats really well - no picky eater this one!!

Spunky is black and white with a little pink nose. He is an adventurer and likes to investigate things. When you get the pleasure of his company, he might crawl under the covers with you and cuddle for a little while. Please No Dogs.

A delightful 4yr old nm Bichon Frise mix.

He is a non shedding hypo-allergenic breed that requires regular grooming.

Dax is good with other dogs and requires limited exercise due to laxcating patellas.

Saturn is a 2yr old dsh blk s/f.

She is a gentle, quiet cat that would be great as an indoor cat.

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Gizmo is a 2.5 yr old n/m medium size spitx mix. He loves to play with other dogs as well as enjoying lots of outdoor adventures.

Shakespeare is an energetic, playful 5 month old n/m Pomeranian/Corgi.

He is great with other dogs and loves playing on the beach.

“Animals are such agreeable friends they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms.”

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Neutered male doberman greyhound mix.

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Sunday, June 13, 2010 - North Shore News - A33

PETS

Taking the lead from Boomer

THIS is a story about a dog named Boomer.

Boomer is a 100-pound chocolate lab that should weigh 80 pounds. He belongs to a woman in my Pilates class; I had been helping her with some of Boomer’s issues.

Besides being overweight, pulling heavily on the leash and not coming when called, Boomer has issues with personal space and boundaries.

Basically, Boomer had no boundaries. He believed that everyone’s space is his space and he claimed it in ways that were inappropriate. His biggest issue with personal space was at the front door.

Whenever someone came to the front door, Boomer ran to the door expressing happy body language, with a wagging tail, excited yips and the occasional howl. But as soon as one of his pack members came to the door to open it and allow the guest in, Boomer changed from Dr. Jeckyll into Mr. Hyde in the blink of an eye. He barked aggressively, then lunged upwards at the guest, snapping in the air with his jaws no more than a few inches from the guest’s face. .

Not so nice.

So I went to her home to help her with all of his issues, because they are all related.

Canine Connection Joan Klucha

Boomer thought he was the head of the house, hence his obesity. He needed to learn he was not the boss; we set boundaries as to what he could and could not do within the home. Boomer learned that when someone came to the front door, he was allowed to bark three times. Then a family member calmly walked to the front door and Boomer would then go to a spot and lie down calmly.

This didn’t happen from one training session — oh no — it took a bit of time.

The whole family had to learn how to use their body language and spatial pressure to invade Boomer’s space so that he would back off.

They continued to apply spatial pressure until Boomer voluntarily sat or lay down a

distance from the front door.

Then the pressure was released, meaning the human backed away from Boomer, removing the intrusion into his personal space applied by the alpha.

All was going fine until a few days ago. A guest arrived to the home, and Boomer ignored the request to go to his spot. He did not lunge and bark but instead tried to deke around the legs of the family’s eldest son, who was working with him at the time. Boomer then ran down the hallway and into a spare bedroom.

No one gave it much thought, the guest came in and all went well . . . until Boomer returned. The son was in the kitchen, talking to his mom and the guest when Boomer peacefully entered the kitchen came up to the son, invaded his space and demanded attention by leaning on his legs. The son gave the attention absentmindedly as he talked with his mom and their guest, then Boomer did the unspeakable: he lifted his leg and urinated on the son.

As you can guess, calm assertive energy went flying out the front door as everyone freaked out and Boomer stood there wagging his tail at all the fuss he had caused.

“Wow, I must really be important if all these humans

lose their minds when I pee!” is what was most likely running through Boomer’s head. At this point most people would be asking how to correct the dog for peeing on a leg. But this situation didn’t start with Boomer peeing on the son, nor did it begin when the son gave Boomer attention.

It began the second Boomer ran out of the living room, into the bedroom to avoid what was required of him, which was to be quiet, calm and submissive. He dominantly ran from the room, and no one went to get him.

They ignored him, and in his mind he had won his position back! What should have happened is the son should have gone into the bedroom, retrieved Boomer and insisted that he follow through with what he had been taught.

Correcting the dog for peeing on the son would have little or no affect on Boomer’s behaviour. He may show remorse for peeing on the leg, but not for long, because he had his leadership position back.

Ensure you set clear rules and boundaries for your dog to live within and insist, no matter what, that they abide by them. joan@k9kinship.com

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Fine finish IRWIN Park Grade 7 student Eric Jung races to the finish line of the school’s third annual Aquathalon.

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Ticket taker: Dr. Sun YatSen Classical Chinese Garden is looking for ticket taker volunteers for the summer show. Volunteers will also help with set-ups and cleanups after the performances which will run from June 19 to Aug. 29.

THE FOLLOWING is a selection of volunteer opportunities from various community organizations, made available through Volunteer North Shore, a service of North Shore Community Resources Society.

Gallery aide: Help out in a picture gallery by taking admission tickets and selling photographic related items in the shop. This is a perfect position for a reader, student, knitter, or somebody who wants some quiet time on a regular weekly basis.

Fund development: If you are outgoing and love to meet new people then this position is for you. Fund Development volunteers assist the organization with public outreach community events, Pride Parade and other

Gardener: A volunteer who has an interest, knowledge, and is willing to accept direction from staff is needed to help in the Inglewood facility garden. The volunteer will direct and assist residents and staff in gardening activities. Volunteers should be physically capable of performing gardening duties and may also help to escort residents to and from the activity.

Delivery driver: North Shore Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteers to help in the pickup and delivery of hot meals to the elderly or people with disabilities around the North Shore. The service assists people to live independently. Pick up is at either West Vancouver United Church, 1525 Taylor Way or Upper Lonsdale United Church at Lonsdale Avenue and Osborne Street. Volunteers also have a chance to visit and get to know the seniors.

If you are interested in these volunteer opportunities, call 604985-7138. Volunteer North Shore is a partner agency of the United Way.

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Handsworth runner takes gold at track and field provincials Andy Prest aprest@nsnews.com

FOR the second year in a row Handsworth’s Lindsey Butterworth paced the North Shore contingent at the provincial senior high school track and field championships, scoring gold in the 800 metres last weekend at Swangard Stadium.

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As a Grade 11 racer last year Butterworth claimed gold in the 1,500 and silver in the photo submitted 800. This year Butterworth was limited in her racing by a HANDSWORTH’S Lindsey Butterworth, shown here at last year’s high school B.C. championships, earned a bout of mono leading up to the provincial gold medal for the second consecutive year last weekend with a win in the 800 metres. meet but still managed to hit the track for the 800 and pull away in the final stretch to win the North Shore’s only provincial gold medal at the senior level.

Butterworth clocked a time of 2:16.51, edging Stelly’s Shauna McInnis who finished in 2:17.21 and Clarence Fulton’s Sarah Bailey who finished with a time of 2:18.26.

“I am really happy with it,” Butterworth told Canwest News Service after the race. “I wanted to stay with the front pack and kick at the end like I am used to.”

Butterworth rounded out her weekend performance with an eighth-place finish in the 1,500-m steeplechase.

Next year Butterworth will join North Shore stalwarts Jessica Smith and Helen Crofts on the Simon Fraser University track and field team, adding to the school’s already dominant group of middle-distance women.

Argyle’s Selina Byer, a Grade 11 throw specialist, also was a repeat podium performer, claiming silver in javelin for the second consecutive season. Her throw of 38.30 m was 62 centimetres behind first-place finisher Serena Graf from Seaquam and more the 3.5 metres ahead of the third-place toss. Byer also finished sixth in shot put and ninth in discus.

The Grade 8 and 9 provincial invitational track and field meet was held concurrently at Swangard and the North Shore junior charge was led by Sentinel’s Liana glass who soared to first place in high jump with a 1.55 m clearance.

Argyle’s James Elson also hit the podium in high jump, finishing third in the Grade 8-9 boys division with a jump of 1.70 m.

Sentinel’s Kye Fedor also scored a bronze medal, finishing third in girls long jump with a leap of 5.03 m while just missing out on a second medal with a fourth-place finish in the 80-m hurdles.

Here are the North Shore athletes who cracked the top-10 at the provincial meet: Grade 10-12 ■ Lindsey Butterworth, Handsworth, girls 800 m, 1st, 2:16.51 ■ Selina Byer, Argyle, girls javelin, 2nd, 38.30 m ■ Lindsay Kendrick-Koch, Collingwood, girls triple jump, 4th, 10.79 m ■ Julia Hawkins, Rockridge, girls triple jump, 5th, 10.76 m ■ Matthew Swanson, Sutherland, boys 400-m hurdles, 5th, See Sentinel page 38 IN the photos at right: West Vancouver’s Austin Miles, top left, and Sutherland’s Matthew Swanson, top right, scored top-10 finishes in senior boys track events at provincials. Sentinel’s Kye Fedor, bottom left, earned a third-place medal in long jump while STA’s Alana Mussatto, bottom right, finished sixth in the 400 m in the girls Grade 8-9 division.

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THE Carson Graham senior boys rugby team scored a fourth-place finish at the AAA provincials held last weekend in Abbotsford, continuing the team’s streak of 19 consecutive years of finishing in the tournament’s top five.

The Eagles, however, missed out on a medal after losing 15-10

to longtime rivals St. George’s in semifinal action before falling 8-5 in overtime to Oak Bay in the third-place game. Vancouver Island powerhouse Shawnigan Lake finished first with a 24-16 win over St. George’s in the final.

“We finished fourth which the kids were disappointed about but in the big picture we’re pretty proud of the kids, they had a good season and came a long way and, I feel, overachieved,” head coach Tom Larisch said after the tournament. “It just hurts when you get that close and have a chance to be in the final, particularly when St. George’s played Shawnigan close in the final, we could

have had a shot at winning it.”

The decisive semifinal was the third meeting between Carson and St. George’s with the Vancouver private school winning once in the regular season and the Eagles scoring a thrilling 15-10 overtime victory in the Lower Mainland final to claim the New Zealand Shield.

In the rubber match in Abbotsford Carson fell behind early, trailing 8-0 at half, but charged back in the second half to take a 10-8 lead. The game swung on a solo effort by St. George’s Jordan Kan who put the Saints up 15-10 with a long try that cut through the middle of the Carson defence.

With 10 minutes left in the game Carson put on the pressure to go for a tie or take the lead, forcing the ball within a metre of the goal line before a penalty sent them back for good. “(It was) a marginal call for leaving our feet in the ruck and they got to clear the line and we couldn’t get back down there,” said Larisch. “The last minute and a half ticked away and that was it.”

In the bronze medal game Carson took a 5-0 lead but could not add to it despite putting on constant pressure. Oak Bay tied the game with a late try while Carson was a man down and then won it with a penalty kick in overtime.

“The guys played well, we had a ton of pressure, it was just one of those games where we couldn’t score. We were in their end pressuring and we couldn’t put them away,” said Larisch. “We deserved to win that game but sometimes that’s the way sports goes. Oak Bay was clearly up for it, they hadn’t beaten us in seven See Carson page 38

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PEJMAN Nazari (with ball) of the Carson Graham junior boys rugby team battles Rockridge’s Christian Nonni in the Vancouver and District final. Carson won 57-24 while the school’s senior team finished fourth at AAA provincials held last weekend in Abbotsford.

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Carson juniors dominate From page 37

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North Shore upstart rugby programs Handsworth and Argyle also made the AAA provincials after putting together strong seasons in the Lower Mainland league.

Handsworth opened the tournament with a 34-8 loss to G.P. Vanier before coming back with a 29-17 win over W.J. Mouatt.

Argyle lost their opener 24-8 to Robert Bateman before bouncing back with a 22-14 win over Cowichan.

Argyle and Handsworth both lost their third games which dropped them into a head-to-head matchup in the 11-12 game which Handsworth won 24-13.

Carson Graham’s James Finlay, Handsworth’s Mitch Barnett and Argyle’s Scott Baker were all named to the Commissioner’s XV tournament all-star team.

Carson Graham’s junior rugby team dominated their opponents throughout the season, winning both the North Shore championship and Vancouver and District championships in convincing fashion.

In the North Shore final Carson cruised to a 62-12 win over Rockridge to take the title. Both teams then put up emphatic wins in the V&D semifinals to set up a rematch in the final with Carson winning again by a score of 57-24.

That success, coupled with some impressive play by youngsters on the Carson senior team, has senior coach Tom Larisch excited about the potential of next year’s squad.

“Our junior team destroyed everybody, basically, here locally and in our district,” he said.

“I feel we should have a very good run next year at the provincials. We had three Grade 10s who were starting for (the senior team) at the end of the year which rarely, if ever, has happened at the school.”

Sentinel takes North Shore title From page 36

58.59 ■ Selina Byer, Argyle, girls shot put, 6th, 9.98 m ■ Pavan Mehat, Collingwood, boys high jump, 6th, 1.80 m ■ Pavan Hehat, Collingwood, boys triple jump, 7th, 12.96 m ■ Lindsey Butterworth, Handsworth, girls 1,500-m steeplechase, 8th, 5:31.83 ■ Matthew Swanson, Sutherland, boys 400 m, 8th, 51.34 ■ Lindsay Kendrick-Koch, Collingwood, girls long jump, 8th, 4.91 m ■ Lindsay Kendrick-Koch, Collingwood, girls high jump, 9th, 1.50 m ■ Selina Byer, Argyle, girls discus, 9th, 30.29 m ■ Austin Miles, West Vancouver, boys 3,000 m, 9th, 9:06.90

■ Luke Gjerdalen, Carson Graham, boys 2,000-m steeplechase, 9th, 6:37.94 ■ Julia Hawkins, Rockridge, girls long jump, 10th, 4.85 m Grade 8-9 ■ Liana Glass, Sentinel, girls high jump, 1st, 1.55 m ■ James Elson, Argyle, boys high jump, 3rd, 1.70 m ■ Kye Fedor, Sentinel, girls long jump, 3rd, 5.03 m ■ Kye Fedor, Sentinel, girls 80m hurdles, 4th, 12.43 ■ Seycove, boys 4x400-m relay, 5th, 3:49.89 ■ Alana Mussatto, STA, girls 400 m, 6th, 1:01.16 ■ Immanuel Ertzinger, Seycove, boys 400 m, 6th, 54.78 ■ Sentinel, girls 4x100-m relay, 6th, 53.81 ■ Immanuel Ertzinger, Seycove, boys 800 m, 7th, 2:08.83

■ Marianne Thomas, West Vancouver, girls long jump, 7th, 4.65 m ■ Caitlin Millham, Seycove, girls 800 m, 7th, 2:21.66 ■ Caitlin Millham, Seycove, girls 1,500 m, 8th, 4:57.18 ■KimberlyBernoe,Sutherland, girls 800 m, 8th, 2:22.59, ■ Chris More O’Ferrall, STA, boys 100-m hurdles, 8th, 15.34 ■ Spencer Jones, Seycove, boys high jump, 10th, 1.55 m ■ Chandler McCorkindale, Sutherland, boys 800 m, 10th, 2:10.04 At the North Shore championships held earlier in the year at Swangard two West Vancouver schools earned top honours as Sentinel won the overall North Shore team title and the AAA banner while Rockridge claimed the AA banner.

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In Memoriam

Adrien Tayler

June 13, 1945 - January 8, 2009

We think of you in silence and often speak your name, But all that’s left to answer is your picture in a frame, If we could have one lifetime wish, One dream that would come true, We would wish with all our hearts for yesterday and you.

If tears could build a stairway and heartache make a lane, We would walk anywhere to be with you again.

Love you forever, Mom Jean, Niece Aaryn, Sisters Betty Ann & Shirley, Brothers Ted, Les, Bob, David & Richard, Friends & Family.

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Wright, James Davidson August 28, 1921 - May 29, 2010

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jim at Lions Gate Hospital at the age of 88 years. He was a warm and generous person who was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.

Jim was born on the family farm in Rostern, Saskatchewan, the middle of 10 children. As a child growing up on the rural prairies during the depression he learned the Christian values and hard work ethics that he carried throughout his life. Jim apprenticed as a carpenter, then served as a Navigator in the RCAF during WWII, flying in Mosquito night fighters over occupied Europe where he earned a DFC. Following the war he graduated in chemical engineering from the University of Saskatchewan. He spent most of his working career in mining, including managing mines for Placer Dome at Endako and Williams Lake, BC. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Laurice, children Frank, Ellen (Brian), Robert, and grandchildren Sagan, Sarah, Eileen, Kelsey, and James.

Jim also leaves behind one surviving sister, Ruth, as well as many nephews and nieces. Services to be held at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd, North Vancouver at 2:00PM, Sunday June 13, 2010. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to BC Heart and Stroke Foundation. Thank you to the nurses and support staff at Lions Gate Hospital for your kindness and compassion. a special thank you to Dr. McLeod and Dr. Early for their care.

Harry Sellars “There is no cure for birth or death save to enjoy the interval”

GRAY-ALLAN - Penelope Penny died peacefully on March 29, 2010 with family and friends at her side and in her thoughts. Born in Bremerton, Washington, she grew up in Tacoma, with strong ties and many a summer spent in Sooke, BC. She later went to Seattle to work and attend the University of Washington. Came to live in Canada after marrying Doug in 1978, moved to West Vancouver and were blessed with two daughters Sarah and Cassy.

Penny had many careers in life, her most recent as managing editor for two distinguished medical publications, however, nothing was more important to her than family, friends and pets.

She will be missed by all, especially her loving cat, Jamie.

Our special appreciation to the Doctors, nurses and staff at Lions Gate Hospital who took such good care of a very independent person. A celebration of Penny’s life will be held at 2:30 pm on Monday, June 28, 2010 at the Gleneagles Clubhouse, 6190 Marine Drive, West Vancouver. In lieu of flowers please donate to the charity of your choice, ours would be the BC Cancer Society and the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation.

GALLAGHER - Lawrence passed away peacefully on Monday May 24th, 2010.

Predeceased by beloved wife, Lillian, of 55 years. Loving father of Robert and daughter-in-law, Janine Stewart. Grandfather of Emilia, Sam, and Saasha (Ray Stanley); Great Grandfather to Grace and Emma. Brother to Jim (deceased), Bernice, Rita, Les; family Pat, Allen, Kerri, Sandi and Mick. He will be missed by all who shared in his life. At the family’s request, no service will be held.

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Born April 11, 1922 in Sheffield, England; Yorkshire man, youthful, Hedley Verity, WWII, soldier, husband, (Margaret “Peggy”), bricklayer, Clovers, father, sons, (Stuart, Iain), pioneer, Canadian, ERCO, inner strength, quiet noble dignity, dry humor, somber reflection, patience, voracious reader, strong tea, kindness, quick wit, fraternal brother, grandfather, (Mar), caring, Las Vegas, good companion, sensitive, loved family, (Vickie , Jessica), extended family, (Pakulak), best friend, pal, my mother’s life companion (64 years) our Dad, passed away on May 16, 2010 in North Vancouver, Canada, the interval was 88 wonderful years.

“So, let his name through England ring – A man of mean estate, Who died, as firm as Sparta’s King Because his soul was great.”

The Sellars Family would like to thank the women and men of the Lions Gate Hospital’s Neurological, and Acute Neurological wards, its Palliative Care Unit and the staff of Evergreen House for making the last weeks of Harry’s life interval comfortable and dignified. The family will be having a private service. At this time we request that all who knew and enjoyed the man who was Harry Sellars take a small time out of their day to reflect on their own families and cherish and love them dearly.

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LEONARD, ROBERT (Bob) PATRICK October 12, 1930 - June 3, 2010

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father and friend, Robert (Bob) Leonard He died peacefully, surrounded by those who loved him.

Many thanks to his family physician, Dr. Leon Bard, and to the caring, compassionate staff at Lion’s Gate Hospital’s Acute Care and Palliative Care units for making his short stay as comfortable as possible. A special thank-you to Michael and Ann, and to Lois, for their support during his illness.

Dad was born in Hamilton, Ontario, but moved to Montreal at the age of two, where he stayed until 1955, when his need to support his widowed mother brought him back to Ontario. He married Rita in 1957 (divorced in 1991) but continued to be a good son to his in-laws, Bill and Monica Davies until their recent deaths.

Robert received his Bachelor of Arts degree with honours in Philosophy and English from Loyola College; Bachelor and Master degrees in Applied Psychology from the University of Montreal; and doctoral training in personal and industrial psychology at McGill University.

He practised Industrial Psychology for more than 50 years for major Canadian corporations, the Canadian Armed Forces, Sage-NORAD, and in private practise as a registered psychologist and certified management consultant. Robert was a founding member of the Institute of Management Consultants of BC and served as Registrar of the College of Psychologists of BC from 1977 to 1980 and again in 1993.

Robert began his military service as a boy when he joined the Royal Canadian cadets & Grenadier Guards in Montreal, later rising to the rank of Major in the Algonquin regiment in North Bay. His military service ended when Dad moved our family to North Vancouver in 1967. He was vitally involved in the North Shore community ever since, through his volunteer participation and memberships in various groups, including the Emergency Social Services Association, North Shore Amateur Radio Club, Delbrook Pump Primers, Compassionate Friends, and by playing organ for his past parish and various choirs. After his retirement, he particularly loved playing piano at various seniors’ residences and centres and especially enjoyed his walking group at Park Royal and their coffee times, dancing to Dal Richards with his favourite partner, reading, corresponding and forever seeking more knowledge.

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With over 965 U.S. stores ranging from 25,000 to 50,000 square feet, and some stores exceeding 90,000 square feet we are very excited about our newest Canadian store, our 17th in Canada.

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Looking for a fulltime Convenience Store Manager. Must have the following qualifications: University completion, plan, direct and evaluate daily operations, manage staff and assign duties, study market research and determine consumer demand, merchandising and services to be sold.

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Salary $55,000.

Please contact by email: bayviews@telus.net

BUSY NORTH shore catering co req p/t driver, with valid BCDL, car an asset. fax 604-990-6878 email resume: amfcatering@telus.net,

CONSTRUCTION LABOUR Well known concrete formwork contractor is looking for Construction Labour with minimum 2 years experience in concrete formwork. Hiring rate $13-$18/hr based on experience and skill level. Please email resume to judith.b@reidtaylor.ca

MEAT SUPERVISOR

Lonsdale Extra Foods is seeking to hire a ‘MEAT SUPERVISOR’.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: Ordering and merchandising of product, promoting and increasing sales, meeting budget requirements, provide direction and support to department staff as well as ensure all company policies and procedures are followed.

The successful candidate will have superior customer service, communication and leadership skills. Ability to work in a fast paced team environment is essential.

Previous experience would be an asset.

This is a full-time position which offers a comprehensive benefits plan, a competitive salary and excellent opportunities for advancement.

Should this position be of interest, please fax or drop off your resume and cover letter to: Extra Foods 1632 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, BC, V7M 2J3 Fax (604) 987-6910 Attention: Store Owner Hugh

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FT permanent dog washer/ grooming assistant needed immediately for busy dog grooming shop. Must be available Tues to Sat. $10/hr to start.

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Apply with resume to 158 E. 2nd St. North Vancouver

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Applicants must have substantial experience in Road Construction with extensive knowledge in the grading and paving aspects of the business. They also must possess superior leadership skills and demonstrate solid oral and written interpersonal communication skills as well as average computer skills with Microsoft Office software.

The successful candidate will be responsible for scheduling, quality assurance and the administration of the day to day operations. As well, they will be involved in the Company Safety Program and will work cooperatively with our other Superintendents in the Major Contracts and Design Build Projects We offer a complete benefit package with salary commensurate of experience.

For consideration please forward your resume including work & salary history and expectations to: Attention: Human Resources B A Blacktop Ltd. #201-111 Forester Street North Vancouver , B.C. V7H 0A6

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General Employment

Molly Maid

North & West Vancouver Mature f/t housecleaners required Mon to Fri, days. $11 to $16/hr. Valid BC drivers licence required.

For interview.

Call 604-987-4112

TRUTH IN ''EMPLOYMENT'' ADVERTISING Canwest Community Publishing makes every effort to ensure you are responding to a reputable and legitimate job opportunity. If you suspect that an ad to which you have responded is misleading, here are some hints to remember.

Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad.

Job opportunity ads are salary based and do not require an investment.

If you have responded to an ad which you believe to be misleading please call the Better Business Bureau at 604-682-2711, Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm or email inquiries@bbbvan.org and they will investigate.

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Health Care

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Office Personnel

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Hope Bay Mining Ltd., located on the waterfront of North Vancouver, is currently seeking an experienced, friendly, and outgoing receptionist and office assistant. Currently this is a 3 month temporary position with the potential of a longer term extension.

Experiences, qualifications and attributes: ● A positive and friendly attitude, with an outgoing personality ● Excellent in written and verbal communications skills ● Proficient in Microsoft Office, including strong Word skills, and experience in using email applications such as Microsoft Outlook ● Perform multiple tasks with the ability to manage them in a professional and tactful manner ● Reliable transportation is required We welcome you to send your resume to: canadahr@newmont.com We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in Hope Bay Mining.

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Retail Sales

SALES ASSOCIATE energetic, self motivated experienced Sales Associate required for busy North Van womens clothing store, part to full-time.

Must be flexible. Resumes to: Get Dressed 742 - 2601 Westview Drive North Vancouver or email: info@getdressed.ca

SOS Children’s Village BC is looking for a full-time Assistant Manager for its North Vancouver thrift store. Candidate will help store meet its financial goals as well as assist with customer service, merchandising, marketing and volunteer management.

Successful candidate will possess excellent commmunication skills, a minimun Grade 12 education, computer literacy in Excel, Word and Outlook. Compensation based on experience. Please apply with resume and cover letter to office@sosbc.org

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Health Services

Q. A.

Are there any seniors’ activities planned to celebrate Canada Day? Pacific Arbour Retirement Communities will present the North Shore Seniors’ Picnic on Thursday June 24th from 11 am to 2 pm at Boulevard Park (13th and Moody) in North Vancouver. Free of charge, it will be an old-fashioned picnic with great food, entertainment, a hat contest and prizes.

Wear red and white to celebrate Canada.

For more information you can contact Silver Harbour Seniors’ Centre at 604-980-2474.

Seniors’ One-Stop Information Line 604-983-3303 or 604-925-7474 North Shore Community Resources

June 13 - 19

Cancer June 21-July 22: Stay in rest mode one more week. Contemplate your situation, your future, and make plans. You’ll like Sunday/Monday: your energy rises, and others are nicer than usual. Monday begins a month of good money luck – perhaps a balm to heal last winter/spring’s cuts and bruises.

You could take or start a great income action Monday night (after dark). But the time is telling: much of your success this summer might be tough to grab (wrong hours, hints rather than solidities, etc.) – don’t worry, this is just a precursor of a big success in 2011! Be home, dream, Saturday.

Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: A sweet, mellow month for you. It grows even more mellow now. Love could wander in, or you could start having marriage thoughts about someone you’re seeing. (Let’s face it, you’re always “considering” marriage.) This summer is just a taste, for most of you, as your true mate stands hidden. Your social life grows more gentle, gracious; you’ll be popular, especially with “identicals,” rather than those who are different (as last winter/spring).

Be ambitious Sunday/Monday. Best path: socializing, networking. A great friend could appear Monday/ Tuesday, Saturday – maybe a future partner.

Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Last month you moved from an autumn/winter of deep mysteries (and deep desires) to more open, affectionate dealings with others. Now, those mysteries, deep desires, intimacies and finances of your life arise again, to July 9, but in a sweet, lucky way (especially Monday night). Dig deep, and share, enjoy this time, grow closer to others/another. A legal, intellectual, travel or cultural matter still weighs on you, but you will soon grow more assertive here, demand or initiate action.

This should bring a two-year burden to an end by late July. But start no lawsuits! Work hard all week.

Taurus April 20-May 20: Your domestic scene, into which someone sprinkled pepper since last October, now (to mid-July) seems sprinkled with sugar and sweet words. You could notice this immediately, Sunday to Wednesday. (Though by Wednesday the old domestic or inner doubts might return – don’t worry, these doubts will fade forever, by 2011.) Monday’s a hugely favourable day to communicate, to talk about love (and vacation or travel or relatives visiting). Late night, begin a family, gardening, real estate or similar project. Chase money all week, but pause for a wee bit of pleasure, beauty, Thursday/Friday.

Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Winter/spring’s scowl yields to smiles and charm, now to mid-July. You feel sweeter –make sure someone knows it. It’s quite possible you’ve unknowingly alienated someone – or outright declared war. Well, you’re a warrior no more.

Sue for peace, while the suing is good. Lie low, rest, look within Sunday/Monday. Bright insights come.

Your energy surges late this night to Wednesday.

Monday night, especially, is great for talk, love, wooing, writing, meeting someone. Chase money Thursday/Friday. It’s not that you’ll see immediate rewards, but your efforts build “future cred.” Friends, Saturday.

Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Your social side will grow over the next two months. But you’ll become a “social warrior,” either associating with rougher types (or simply with colleagues, co-workers) or being a bit more assertive, demanding – “Let me in that door!” Money luck will somehow be connected to this (security luck too, perhaps). Sunday/Monday are mellow, easy. Be ambitious Monday night to Thursday, especially Monday night, when you can launch or reel in a plum job. All month, mysteries, investigations highlighted – detect, don’t let someone elude you!

Sex, finances important also – go slow here.

Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Your romantic and social scenes are surging! So is your tendency to become a chatterbox when you see someone you want – talk is how you play the game of love. You could meet someone who would make a viable mate, now to early July, especially early this week. Relations with everyone improve, as a sweet, affectionate note enters. Tackle chores Sunday/Monday – but don’t start new work-like projects Sunday daytime.

Thursday/Friday are sexy, filled with mystery, but throw some irksome situations at you. See the reality these days – don’t invest. Saturday, dreamy love!

Gemini May 21-June 20: Your energy, charisma and effectiveness remain high. Start important projects, get your way, see and be seen – tackle things that formerly intimidated you. For seven months, communications have been hopeful, friendly — and angry, simmering with hostility. Now to mid-July, a turnaround: others speak or write to you graciously and affectionately. You get (got) what you put out.

If you need to “make up,” do it late Monday night.

Money (or friendship) news is good Monday daytime.

Love is magic Saturday. Bravely face a financial, sexual or lifestyle “reality” all week – conquer it.

Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Male or female, you’ll project your rougher, more determined, assertive side through late July. Your interest in sexual intimacy and financial dealing will rise strongly. At the same time, you’re unusually conservative, careful and even socially hesitant. The combination could be a good one. However, for the four weeks ahead you might lack the graciousness or charm that can lubricate (unfortunate word) sexual or financial situations. (So plan your important meetings for July 10 onward, when all factors work for you. Sunday/Monday are optimistic, friendly! Be ambitious Thursday/Friday.

Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: The accent is on relationships in every form – and on horizons, opportunities, relocation. You’re starting to feel more romantic, and a new sweetness enters your mental sphere, where before there was impatience and assertiveness. (One example: you might have been fighting a lawsuit – the mental – but now you settle or make overtures.) Mysteries, sexual urges, finances, inheritance featured Sunday/Monday. Monday also might bring a friendly meeting that could turn to “instant love.” No, don’t be cautious! Wisdom mid-week. Be ambitious Thursday/Friday. Dreamy happiness Saturday.

Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: The accent lies on home, food, kids, rest – it’s your hibernation period, for one more week. Relationships intensify now through July – you could create a financial partnership, enjoy a spicy, casual, sensual affair (it won’t last long) or make an enemy – or fall madly and angrily in love. Give the last a wide, wide berth. Co-workers become affectionate, work will be pleasant to early July. Romance might enter the workplace Sunday to Wednesday. Seek pleasure, beauty, love Sunday/ Monday. (Sunday daytime isn’t “wise.”) Relationships need patience Thursday/Friday. Secrets Saturday.

Aries March 21 - April 19: A long (sevenmonth) hot and even “bothered” romantic, creative or pleasure pursuit ended a week ago. Now a much sweeter, affectionate pursuit begins. This is less an expression of your own needs (as the last one was) and more a less selfish, true search for a partner. In business/practical areas, the few weeks ahead help you to negotiate deals, settlements, woo clients. Rest, attend to kids, home, real estate Sunday/Monday. That romantic (creative, et al) thing becomes very obvious Monday to Wednesday!

Tackle chores Thursday/Friday. Give others the road Saturday: intuition soars.

timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

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6020

Agents

NEED A MORTGAGE 1st and 2nd Mortgages, Self Employed, Refinancing, Forclosures, Low Rates.

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6020

Houses - Sale

6020-26

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6030

1 ACRE gd - Mission All usable building lot, room for shop, pool & lrg home. High end homes built in this prestigious cul de sac subdivision. 10 mins to downtown. Drive by lot #7 - 8732 Jones Terrace, near the Abby on Dewdney Trunk Rd. $330,000.

Call Len 604-763-4118

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

6020-30

Port Moody

33 FLAVELLE Dr. 3 BR, 3 lvls, 2.5 baths, 2 f/ps. 3,360 sf home in CDS, on greenbelt. 7,260 sf lot. $917,000. By appt, 604-767-6742

6020

Houses - Sale

OPEN HOUSE

Sat. 1-5pm, Sun. 2:30-5:30pm, Tues. 10am-1pm 433 West 24th, North Van

N. WEST. All services paid, inclds u/grd electrical, DCC’s, survey & eng’ng report. 33’ x 130’ lot. No GST. $335,000. 604-726-0677. usellahome.com ● ID # 4711

6052

Real Estate Investment

GRANDVIEW @ Las Vegas on South Blvd brand new concrete bldg, 2 sep 1 br XLrg units, Luxurious, ldry, 2 jacuzzi, a/c, plasma, king bed, slps 8, full equipped kitchen. Timeshare 4 x per yr, you own % of property, Rentals ok Asking $35,000 604-374-4350 * 604-506-7576 ★ RENT TO OWN! ★ If you have a small down payment, I have a nice home for you! Less then perfect credit OK. Call Pat 778-783-0872

6065

Recreation Property

SUNSHINE VALLEY DEVELOPMENTS Camping Cabins starting @ $199,000 to lock up.

604-599-3861, 778-888-4574

#1 Investment for a detached home.

By Owner.

REDUCED PRICE $ 729,000 Lot: 6,750 sq.ft.

Finished: 2,277 sq.ft.

Agents & Brokers welcome.

6082 fsbo.helena@gmail.com

Warehouse

FOR SALE Warehouse/Office on Vantage Way, Tilbury, Grade lvl access. 2150 sq/ft 2 washrooms, High Traffic Area, Visual Exposure, Avail. Aug 1. 604-940-9900

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

1 BDRM, $900 Central Lonsdale 800sf, n/p 604-988-3227

2 BR. 2 bath, avail now. 1 yr lease, 125 West 19th, no pets, Please call 778-554-0537

1 BR $950, July 1, reno’d, quiet bldg secure prkg, 140 W 17th.

604-990-8262/ 985-1658

2 BR, 2 bath & den, luxury at prestigious Ravenswood nr Cates Park. SS, granite, exer, rm view $2200 N/S July 1. 604-551-3251

1 BR balcony, drapes, elevator, 18 & Lonsdale, ns, np, $920incl heat/hw. July 1, 604-220-6817 1 BR Central Lonsdale nr hospital hardwood, new appl, wireless, free laundry, $900 incl heat & h/w.

July 1. 778-896-4266 1 BR concrete, ocean view, nr seabus, Jul 1, $1145 incl hw/gym, tennis court, ns, np 604-686-4870 1 BR , Deep Cove, Exec, 2 level, top floor, insuite w/d, ug prkg. Ns, np. immed, $1350. 604-985-9184

1050 Marine Dr., North Van (by McKay) parking at rear

1 BR lrg 780 sf, reno’d, ocean view, nr sea bus, n/s, secure pkrg, June 15, $1200. 604-980-3907

2 BR, 2 bath, NE corner w/mntn & part city views. Gas fp, wd, dw, micro. 14th/Lonsdale. incl gas, hw, ug prkg. Pet on approval $1900, July 1, 604-984-0738 2 BR, 2 Bath, quiet, secure condo in Raven Woods, close to Deep Cove & Mt. Seymour. Freshly painted, gas f/p, in-suite w/d, private patio, h/w floors, recent appl, incl w/d, u/g prkg, Clubhouse, incl gym. No smokers, no pets, avail. immed or July 1st, 1 yr lease, $1600. 604 374-5866

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Lots & Acreage

6505

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604-985-4969

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North Vancouver

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6020-01

Real Estate Services

6005

Personals

604-986-8650

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7010

Lily’s Relaxation Centre

Vacation Spots

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Plan a beach wedding or family reunion. www.NSBFLA.com or 1-800-541-9621.

RENTALS

Business Services

7015

Escort Services

GENTLEMEN! Attractive discreet European lady is available for company.

604 451-0175

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604-630-3300

1 BR Lynn Valley top flr, updated, cat ok, balcony $950, July 1.

Vistarealty.net 604-925-8824

2 BR, 2 baths, new reno, large patio, Westview area, ns, np, rec fac., $1350, July 1, 604-376-8795

1 BR near Lonsdale, south balc. hw & heat ns, np, quiet adult bldg.

Jun 15/Jul 1, $895, 604-904-9507

2 BR, 2 baths, New Vista, 158 W 13th, 5 appls. Vanc. view, ns, pet neg. $2200+ utils, 604-926-4653

1 BR, partial view, reno’d, hardwood, balcony 240 St. Andrews, $900+utils Immed. 604-551-0890

2 BR corner, renod, $1175; upper Lonsdale, heat hw & cable, ns, np, now, lease, 604-987-8807

1 BR, spacious Lower Lonsdale, 4th & St Georges, hardwood/tiles, reno’d, ns np, $875 incl utils & ldry July 1 or earlier 604-986-1235

2 BR + den, 968 sq ft. beautiful, 2 full baths, insuite laundry, s/s appls, granite counters, lg balcony & storage, prkg, in prestigeous bldg on McKay & Marine July 1st, $1950, 604-616-7470 or 604-924-9377

1 studio. THE HILLRIDGE 170 E. Keith Rd clean, quiet, concrete Heat h/w incl. np ns 985-8405 121 WEST 20th. Newly reno’d 1 BR suite, hardwood, heat & hw incl’d, 1 yr lease, np, $1000, avail July 1, 604-682-2932

151 W. 2nd St. 908-7368 1 BR, on the 11th flr, balc, small pet ok, lease, $1300

162 VICTORY Ship Way @The Pier: Brand New. Stunning view, 7 appl, air/cond,1 br $1700; 2 br $3000 Anson Rlty 604-671-7263

2 BR, family complex, 1 bath, rec fac. pool, wd, Westview, 2 prkg, ns np $1380 Jul 1, 604-921-4384 2 BR Large $1200, Bach $750, bright corner top flr. balc incl heat, prkg storage np ns 118 W 18, 604-788-4349 2 BR, mtn. view $1040. Avail Jul. 1, central Lonsdale, heat/hot water incl’d, no pets, 604-986-6418 2 br, reno’d, quiet bldg, top flr. heat hw, hardwood, newer appls, 6th/St. Georges, np ns, avail July 1, $1250 & $1200, 604-339-1274

TRILLION REALTY www.trillionrealty.com

1730 Chesterfield 1br, patio suite, dish washer, hot water incld, ug prkg avail, 604-987-5841 1br $900, Lonsdale & 21, quiet bldg, np, hardwood, hw, heat prkg storage, July 1, 604-990-4088

2 BR Woodcroft, S.W. corner, updates, no pets July 1. $1375.

Vistarealty.net 604-925-8824 264 W 2nd, June 15, 1 bdrm, 800sf, view, gas f/p, quiet adult bldg, N/P, $975.604-987-4108

2 BR, 1 1/2 bth, spacious, reno’d priv. Woodcroft - Hollyburn, ns np $1700 incl util, now 604-351-1962 2 BR, $1030, hardwood, heat, hw 2525 Lonsdale, Adult oriented, July 1, ns, np 604-202-3458 2 br, $1050, hardwood, 1 mile E 2nd Narrows, incl heat/hw, refs, np, 604-929-1389. 929-0632 2 BR $1200, Bach $750, bright top flr. balc incl heat, storage np ns, 118 W 18, 604-788-4349

2Br large corner, now or July 1. $1010. 1Br large corner, July 15, $865 Quiet, drapes, heat incl, gated prkg. no pets. near seabus.

1 yr lease, 163 W5. 604-980-7501 ★ A QUIET BUILDING★ 1 br. 3rd(top) flr. north east corner, 725sf approx. $925.

Avail July 1.

Carpets, drapes, heat, hw.

Gated prkg avail, Cat ok. (Pet policy) ★604-986-7745★

6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

3 BR, Lynn Valley, updated, deck, hardwood, cat ok, $1350. June 1.

Vistarealty.net 604-925-8824 326 WEST 1st St. 1 bdrm $775 & up. Nr seabus, secure prkg, no pets. Avail immed. 604-983-6916 4TH & Lonsdale, Large 1 Br Ground Flr, Avail Imm, $850 incl ht & gym, call Mike 604-714-6389

777 W. Queens Rd. 1, 2, and 3 BR units $1150 to $2000. Weekdays 604-990-2971 or Weekends 604-985-2876 ★ A BARGAIN ★ Large 1 br $775 quiet bldg. Heat, hw, prkg & cable incl’d, pet ok, Jul 1, 604-532-0710 BACHELOR SUITE: 365 East 2nd St, N Van : Bright, south facing suite in quiet building.

Private entrance: $750/mo, incl heat, h/w & hydro avl June 1/June15 , ph 604-726-6240 Beautiful Large Suites 1 Bdrms from $915, avail July 1.

2 Bdrms from $1320. 3 Bdrms, d/w $1650. Avail now or July 1.

Heat, h/w, prkg. Lease 604-986-3866

Beautiful Views

1 br’s - $1,050 -$1,250 Spacious, pool, storage, heat & hw, dw, quiet, concrete, by shops, Cat Ok

North Vancouver

604-985-2926

BLUERIDGE APTS (Family complex )

2 & 3 BR new reno’s with new cabinets, laminate & tiles, newer appls, prkg, storage, incl heat & hw, playground (Mt Seymour Prkwy).

604-924-3628 www.blueridgeapartments.com

CHARACTER BLDG, Lower Lonsdale, bright 1 & 2 br, freshly painted, $850 & up, heat h/w, incl. avail Now. Call 604-986-6266 Chesterfield/West 15, 1br, view, incld heat hw, cable, no pets, 1 yr lease, $870, 604-987-9899 2 BR, 1,050 sf, bright,1.5 bath top flr, west balc, $1275 incl heat/hw, 15th & Lonsdale, ns/np. 604-323-4467

HI RISE, Central Lonsdale, Bach suite, avail July 1, Incl heat & hw. no pets, $860. 604-985-3650 LE CHATEAU, 1110 E 27th, Lynn Valley 2 Br large $1300up, 1br $995, np, ns, 604-980-9219

LOWER LONSDALE, large, patio, reno, dw, ns, cat ok, avail July 1. Bach $875 1 BR $1150, $1075, $1025. 604-988-1939 PARKRIDGE PLACE 2 Br $1260 incl heat/hw, ns/np. yr lease. 120 E Keith. 604-984-7513

GREAT LOCATION! 145 West Keith Road.

Bach - $870, 1 BR - $1095, 2 BR - $1400 Avail now. Ocean view. indoor pool. Concrete bldg. Ht & H/W incls.

Call 604-986-3356

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Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

MOUNTAIN VILLAGE APTS. 3 BR, 2 BR July 1, Near Lynn Valley Mall. 604-988-3828 www.mountainvillage.ca

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE, Lrg 1 BR’s avail July 1, Starts at $1050 Incls H & H/W. Cable/parking extra. N/S & N/P. To view call (604) 985-4272

PARKRIDGE TERRACE 110 E. Keith Rd. Great location, park like setting, sauna, indoor pool.

BACH. $870; Stunning views & lots of storage. NO PETS. 604-988-7379 www.glassmanpm.com

TUCKTON PLACE Bright & sunny 1 BR $925. No Pets. Call 604-990-2971 or on Weekends: 778-340-7406.

WOODCROFT, 2 bdrm, max 3 pers, ocean view, pool, sauna & gym. $1430 incl ut. 778-863-0725 WOODCROFT SEYMOUR Bldg.

2 br, southwest corner view, reno immed, $1400 604-926-3235

6505-12

West Van Apt. Rentals

1 BR, Ambleside, $950, parklike setting, adult oriented, np, Wes Lighthouse Realty 604-551-1409 1 BR Dundarave, 1 blk to Village & Seawall, bus at the door. Quiet, suit 1 ns. Incl cable, utils, w/d $950. June 15, np 604-921-2844 1 BR, Dundarave, blcks from Comm Ctr & shops, w/d, hardwood, 9 ft ceilings, ns, no pets $975 avail Jul 1st 604-925-9234

1 BR, unique Bellevue garden appt, wd, faces south, hardwood, french doors from br & living rm to large priv. garden, archit. design ns, np, $1450, 604-266-5744

2 BR, 2 bath, in Dundarave’s Seastrand Bldg. over 1300sf, bright spacious, versatile, 2 prkg stalls, pool, storage, over 50ft of gorgeous ocean view, $2800, ns, np, avail July 1, 604-926-6960

6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-12

West Van Apt. Rentals

EXCLUSIVE WEST VAN. WATERFRONT APT. Spectacular views, 120° south west views of Point Grey & Golf Islands. 2 large balcs., 2150sf 2 br, 2.5 bath, ac, laminate, huge master br with marble bath room, ns, now, Call 604-926-0627 for appt. 2222 Bellevue Ave PACIFICANA 1480 Esquimalt Ave. 1 bachelor, 1 bdrm, ocean views, dw, n/p, n/s Avail now.

By appt. 604-921-7800

Park Royal Towers

BAYVIEW APTS

Member of the Crime Free MultiHousing Program

Luxury Over The Seawall!

Bach & 3Br pool rec room, pet ok 2190 Bellevue Ave 604-926-6287 Morning Sun, Ocean Views!

Seastrand! 710’ Dundarave 1 bd, built ins, laminate floor Shows like New! Sun Shades New appls. ’NE’ Exposure Cool, 1 pkg, 1 storage, heat hot water in, laundry 8th flr # 608 $1650 Royal LePage 604- 657-4508

MEETING RMS & Hall with kitchen - perfect for weddings, seminars, clubs, sm or lrge grps.

Day or night, call Bev 988-1410

6540

Houses - Rent

2 BR, 5 new appls, 1100sf, prkg, Garden Ave. Great location, np, avail Jun 15 604-982-0163

WEST VAN, Caulfeild: 5 BR, 2.5 baths, 2 level, 2 gas f/p, carport, large sundeck with great view, 5 car parking, $3,500/mo + utils, avail immed. Call 778-688-2594

6565

Office/Retail Rent

North Van Business Centre Private offices, business services 1500marine.com 604-986-1500

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

2 BR lower Lonsdale, view, character home, recent reno, wd, storage, $1275 all incl. ns, no dogs, July 1, 604-603-7133 2 BR newly reno’d bsmt suite, Lower Lonsdale, 1000sf, new fridge, stove, dw, carpets, new paint, insuite wd, gas fp, priv entry/yard, suit couple & 1 child, NS NP, $1125 incl utils, Avail June 15 or July 1, 604-990-6730 2 BR suite, renovated, Upper Lonsdale, approx 1100 sf, d/w, w/d, hardwood, avail now. $1450 + 40% utils. n/s. 604-537-4463

OFFICE SPACE in an excellent location. Next to Park Royal. W. Van. 450 or 900 sqft. 604-926-7542

6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-45

2BDRM SUITE avail june 15th, july 1st. dog friendly $1400 all incl, HD cbl, internet, shared w/d, n/s.

Lynn Valley. 604-716-9160.

North Vancouver

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

SECLUDED RIVERFRONT sc suite upper Lynne Valley 1 bdrm, n/s n/p, suitable one person, 900/mo, July 1, 604-990-5353

STUDIO, WEST Van. Dundarave, wd, patio, garden, beautiful water view, fully furn. $950 all incls. avail July 1, ns, np, 604-534-6698

WEST VAN, Dundarave. Small 1 BR, 2 lvls. Ocean view! Walk to beach! Priv w/d, h/wd flrs, hot tub, patio. N/s. $1,100/mo incl hydro/ cable/’net. July 1. 604-922-9354

6605

Townhouses Rent

6605

Townhouses Rent

3 BR t/house in quiet complex, 1.5 baths, fenced patio, pool, playground, near bus & shops, $1620 + utils, Dollarton & Seymour. V7H 1A4 604-929-6024

Noma 728 W.14th St, 908-7368.

3 level, 2 BR, 2.5 baths, 2 prkg, roof deck, lease, $2200

6615

Wanted To Rent

PROF COUPLE & 12 yr old daughter, 3-4 bdrm house, fenced yard, 2 car garage. July 1. Exc refs, long term 1-604-898-9412

6620

Warehouse/ Commercial

NORTH VAN warehouse 3,264 sf grd level, loading dock, $3,264 + 2nd Narrows. Tom: 604-809-9777

1BR (700-770 sq.ft.)

2 BR (1070 sq. ft.)

3 BR Central Lonsdale, main flr, clean, bright, 4 appls, 2 prkgs, ns np $1325 + utils. 604-813-7312

1128 Strathaven Dr. 908-7368.

3 level T/hse, 4 BR, 2 car garage, pet ok, Jul 1, lease, $2900.

MID LONSDALE, furn br, private home, wd, cable, utils incl. $500 suits n/s male, np 604-980-8012

3 BR Central Lonsdale, close to everything, fp, 2 bath, yard, deck storage, 5 appls, ns, no pets, prkg, $1850, 604-816-7780

3 BR 3 bath Lower Lonsdale townhome, 2 prkg, immacculate cond, gas f/p, ns np $2300 mth.

Patrick O’Donnell, Prudential Sussex Realty 604-839-3863

NVAN 103-130 Pemberton Ave, 3700sf, W/H with a/c office, lrg O/H door, 200 amp, 3 phase, fenced yd, great exposure, avail soon, 604 929-9493, www.westrockproperty.com

3 BR fp $1875. reno’d, 1.5 baths, 5 appls, storage, patio, ns, np, July 1, Rufus Dr, 604-980-6250

Moving out?

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE 2 BR avail. July 1. $1425. 1 year lease, NO PETS. For viewing call 604-986-0511

Check the Rental Section

Spectacular Views, Walk to Shops & Transit Hardwood Floors Pool Rent includes all utilities.

604-922-3246

3br+den Caulfeild Vlge 2.5bath, quiet, garage, cul-de-sac, $3950+ np, Lighthouse 604-551-1409 4 BR, 2 1/2 bth, Caulfeild, 2600 sf view, private, nr school & village $3300. immed. 604-729-9579

935 Marine Drive

4 BR, alarm, 2 car garage, bright spacious, fenced yard, patio, refs, lease, np, ns, now 604-986-9966

– Brand New –

A block to Canyon Heights & Handsworth, cul-de-sac, exec. 4 br np, $4500, Jul 1, 604-986-0629

Executive Quality Condos Private Entrances

3 Bdrm, Den – $4800 2 Bdrm, Den, Roof Top Deck – $4800 1 Bdrm, Ground Floor – $2950 19th and Marine.

Sub Zero, Bosch, Granite, Hardwood, Fireplaces, Underground Parking Walk to all Amenities.

Call Vicki, 604-220-2935

6515

Duplexes - Rent

6522

Furnished Accommodation

1 BR, self contained fully furn, lower Lonsdale, incl phone, utils cable/net fp, prkg, now, $500/wk or $1500/mo 604-986-6253

2 BR bright, phone/hi-spd/cable, hardwood, ns cat ok, nr seabus, quiet bldg. $1600, 604-983-4321

2 BR exec. 2 level suite Deep Cove, 2 baths, 2 gas fp, 7 appls, hot tub, pool, net, ns, $2300 incls 604-929-6976.. 778-836-6976

AMBLESIDE 4BR Character, 3 Bath,F/P, new kitchen/bath,hardwood,Aug1,,No pets,N/S, $3475/mo....778-996-5352 AMBLESIDE, VIEW, 4 bdrm+, 2 baths, semi-furn. n/s, n/p, ref/ lease, $2300. 604-926-0053

BRIT. PROP, city view, updated 4 br, 5 ba, 2 kitchen, pool $5500.

Vistarealty.net 604-925-8824

CANYON HEIGHTS 4 Br, big deck, updated, 2 fp, Aug 1. $2750 Vistarealty.net 604-925-8824 CAULFEILD, LARGE modern house, 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 2 f/p, large garden dbl gar, July, long term, $3199. call 604-925-9562

CHELSEA CRT, W. Van newer 6 br, 6 bath, dbl garage $5600. Aug 1. Vistarealty.net 604-925-8824 Cottage in Hamilton All In Delightful Ambience. Quiet Sunny, ss appls Furnished hwd. Short/Long Term $2995 Executive Home Bayridge South facing hot tub 3 bd den 3 bth recroom invisible fence All In, Furnished Short Term Dble garage Summer $4995 Westport Rd Eagle Harbour West facing fenced dble garage, Greenhse, Pond Sauna Lovely Lot. 5500’ 7 bd 5 bth hwd entry Updated kitchen bths $5495 www.dianamander.com Royal LePage Northshore Diana 604-657-4508 DEEP COVE, character home, view, 3 br + den, 2 bth, $2100 +util ns np. 604-929-4110 eves 7-9

3 BR beautiful furnished house, Pemberton area. Avail June 27 Sept 7. 604-990-6672

IMMACULATE FULLY renovated 3300sq ft Canyon Heights home $4400 incl phone, internet, cable, security system and lawn care. 980-4354 418-4354 (M)

A SHORT STAY. Renos, relatives, execs, etc. 604-987-2691 www.vancouvershortstay.com

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................

Please call 604-922-4322

DUNDARAVE WATERFRONT, studio + solarium, 180° ocean view, $1750 incl. 604-721-7484

6530

Halls

Houses - Rent

3 BR, 2 bth, spacious, upper flr, bright, Delbrook area, $2200 + % util ns np avail now 604-351-1962

1 & 2 Bdrm Suites

3 BDRM, 1908 St Georges Ave, gas f/p,1350sf, 1.5 bath, 5 appl, hardwood floors, carport. June 15 $1740+utils, n/p, n/s. 987-9558

1550 Duchess Ave, W. Van. Studio & 1 Br Move-in Bonus, Fitness room, o/d pool, close to shops, transit & Seawall, 1 yr lease, N/pets. Heat, H/W incl’d.

HOMAWAY INNS Specializing in furn accom at reas rates. call 604-723-7820 or visit www.homawayinns.com

6540

1 BR in spacious home for n/s female. Furn or unfurn, internet, w/d, $495 incl. 604-980-2106

2 BR + 2 den, 2 1/2 bath, 2500 sf, #100 - 508 Waters Edge Cres, Park Royal, off Clyde Ave, new, double garage, gym, saunas, $5000. July 1. 604-250-1333

AMBLESIDE TOWER Studio & 1 BR avail. Excellent views, rents incl. heat & h/w.

Tennis courts, indoor pool, saunas, exercise & games rooms on premises. Walk to beach & shops.

1552 Esquimalt 604-922-8443

Furnished Accommodation

Completely Renovated

2 BR, 2 bath, renod, dw, $1500; 1 BR faces south $1150 inclds, heat, h/w, cable, prkg 1765 Duchess Ave N/P, 604-377-0492

2025 BELLEVUE AVE. 1br & 2br units, ocean view, cats ok, senior discounts. Call 604-913-0734.

6522

2 BR + den charming cottage in lower Altamont, W Van. fp, faces south, lovely fenced garden, ns, July 1, $2900+utils 604-926-6960

2 BR a bright upper duplex, all newly decorated/renod, sundeck, fp, view, large kitchen, all appls, np, ns, $1325 incl utils. Lower Lonsdale, now, 604-926-9965

2 BR ocean view, pool, heat, hot water, cable, $1500, 1740 Esquimalt. 604-922-1043

Sunday, June 13, 2010 – North Shore News – A43

BACH SUITE private house fully furn. Upper Lonsdale. Net, all incl $750. ns np July 1. 604-710-9253 Grand Manor Guest House Daily $70 - $130, Weekly $420 - $780 grandmanor.net 604-988-6082 QUALITY SHORT TERM 1 - 2 BR mtn/city view suites www.lionsgatesuites.com

PITT MEADOWS -11860 Springdale Dr. 4 Bdrm, 2½ baths, inside freshly painted family HOUSE, 5 appl, huge family room, gas f/p, fenced yard, garage, close to WC Express, Schools & shops................$1988/M

Call Kristen 604 435-5555 or 786-4663

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

UPPER CAPILANO Rd. 6 bdrm home, 2 kitchens, 2.5 baths, ldry, Hansworth catchment area, pet ok $3,200.July 1st. 604-925-1181

NICE PRIVATE room, suits female, ns, non drinker, Central Lonsdale. Access kitchen, dining & living rms, dw, computer. $525 incl furn, utils/net. 778-885-8864

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM brand new suite in new house, 5 new appls, Edgemont Village, n/p, n/s, inclds heat/light, $1000 avail. now. 604-830-7734 1 BR. $800. Pemberton Height.

Net, Cbl, Util incl. Shared laundry.

N/P, N/S, Ref. 604-614-6687 1 BR cozy bsmt ste inste ldry, nr Cap University, N.Van, $950 incl utils. July 1st. 604-551-3251 1 BR garden level wd, dw, patio private yard, nr all ammenities. ns $900 + .July 1, 604-790-5651

1 BR, heritage, funky, quiet, lower Lonsdale, reno, no w/d, np, ns, $880 incl July 1, 604-351-2682 1 BR lrg Blueridge on bus rte shared wd, n/p, n/s, $1,000 incl utils. Avail now. 604-929-1506

1 BR, Lynn Canyon, garden level, shared wd, np ns, $800 incls.

604-720-6045 1 BR , Lynn Valley, 2nd flr, summer rental, priv ent & porch, grdn, laund, nr bus, $900 furn/ $750 unfurn, incl util, 980-0451 2 BDRM, 1100sf, South of Grand blvd, Harbourview, f/p, w/d, new appl, yard, bright, quiet, $1200 incl utils. July 1; 604-986-1044 2 BDRM, bright, large, alarm, 7appl, lrg storage, Caulfeild Village, 1 Year Lease, n/s, n/p $1450+util July1, 604-789-2375 2 BDRM bsmt, central Lonsdale, w/d, n/s, n/p, $1300 incl utils, HD, internet, July 1 604-984-2922 2 BR, 1150 sf WVan,nr Collingwood school. garden lvl, bright ocean view, wood f/p, ns, own entry/wd. $1300 incl. utils & cbl, i/net, cat ok. July 1. 604-719-4634

2 BR bright bsmt, Blueridge, 950 sf, reno’d, hardwood, own entry & w/d, $1400 incls utils, cable + hi spd net, ns, cat ok, 604-723-2476 2 BR bright, clean, upper flr, d/w, full bath, alarmed, shared ldry, $1300+1/2 util, 604-841-5971

2 BR bsmt, all reno, granite, bright own wd, patio/entry, ns, W 21 500 block, $1300incls, 604-512-2521 2 BR garden suite. Cen Lonsdale.

Own entry, n/s n/p, util/cable $1,300/mo. 604-729-8701 2 BR ground Ste, lrg living rm, fp, 1.5bath, wd, own entry, near store & bus, $1650+utils 604-922-5767

4 BR British Properties main flr, 2500 sq ft, 2 bath, f/p, 5 appl, nr Sentinal school, prkg, storage, no pets. $2300 604-922-3499 BRIGHT 1BR/FP on Delbrook nr rec centre/bus n/s $900 incl utl/ cbl/laun avail now 604 512 3543 LG 1BDRM, grd floor West Van w/view, d/w, w/d, gas fp, n/s quiet & private $1000 +utils July 1 avail Ph. 604-785-8725

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Collectibles & Classics

1972 TR6 restored, new clutch, brakes, top, excellent condition. $18,500. 604-728-8042

9125

Domestic

9130

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

2001 KAWASAKI ZRX 1200R Put the sport back into Sport Touring with this amazing bike.

Comes with many extras, Muzzy exhaust, Hindle lift, Joe Rocket saddlebags, tank bag, tail bag, this bike is ready to go. New chain and sprocket last year. Asking $3000.00 OBO 604-250-9110

9145

Scrap Car Removal

1993 EURO Chevy Lumina, Excellent Transportation, 140K km’s, $1,200 604-926-5422

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CLS63 AMG E280W 4Matic E300W 4Matic E350 4Matic Wagon E350W 4Matic E350W 4Matic E350W 4Matic E350W 4Matic E55 AMG E550W 4Matic E63 AMG S430W 4Matic S450W 4Matic S550V ML320 Bluetec ML350 ML350 ML350 ML350 ML350 ML350 ML350 ML350 ML350 ML500 ML550 R350 R350 R320 CDI Diesel R320 Bluetec SLK280 SLK280 SLK280 SLK350 SLK350 SL500R

1375 Marine Drive

9155

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

1994 FORD EXPLORER XLT 4dr, auto, loaded, rebuilt trans & new brakes $1500; 778-385-5152

B136338 M137587 V141851 N143538 1015047A M135827 N143672 N143527 M135994 M101262 M140557 B106992 N143791 1010374A V140642 M144221 M133743 M134604 M137410 M138303 B128772 M104886 M137337 M138203 M141975 B136353 M91448 M140715 M143309 N143783 M136962 M143117 1079500A M138923 M137741 M136096A

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Sports & Imports

1998 TOYOTA Corolla VE 4 Dr Auto. AM/FM/CD air cond. airbags in very good condition 216Km $3,950, 604-880-5018

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Vans

1988 DODGE Caravan, 6 cyl, loaded, you have to see it to believe it. $1000. 778-991-5234 1991 FORD Econoline van, dual fuel, natural gas, 230K, $1500 obo, 604-980-0697

1996 FORD F150 canopy, good cond, long box, new clutch grt work truck $2500 604-728-8042 1998 FORD F250 Lariat 115,000 km, auto, hitch& brake ready for towing, beautiful cond, many extras, $7500. 604-946-5339

2002 HONDA Civic, sports edition, fully loaded, auto, alloy, 75K, $9000 obo, 604-506-0800

1999 HONDA ODYSSEY. SILVER COLOUR. VERY CLEAN FAMILY VAN. FULLY LOADED. LOW MILEAGE. $10,500.00 CALL 604-721-2321

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2002 LANDROVER Freelander, V6 engine, 5 spd, automatic transmission. $9400. Must sell.

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9160

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14’-16’ ALUMINUM boat, wide beam w/trailer, kicker and access. good cond., call 604-987-9812

9522

Motorhomes/RVs

1999 CORSAIR 30ft, 5th wheel large slideout, sleeps 5-6, new condition. $24,900 604-465-9512

9540

Trailers/Tents/ Campers

AirCared, fully loaded, leather, heated seats, pw, pl, alarm, pwr sunroof, pwr seats, CD, new tires & brakes, 228,000 km, runs well. $3000 obo.

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9160

Sports & Imports

Quality Pre-Loved Inventory 2010 Jeep Compass 4x4 Sport Only 350kms,extented warranty,pwr group,alloys,auto,light almond,10111A Pre-Loved Special $22,988

2009 Dodge Journey SXT

7pass,V6,only 33,000kms,silver,one owner,local,dual exhaust,19”wheels, BCAA inspected,P5437 Pre-Loved Special $22,900

2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Hardtop Limited

Only 39,744kms,silver,3.5L V6, navigation,Uconnect,pwr hardtop,loaded, BCAA inspected,P5449.

Pre-Loved Special $29,988

2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4x4 Sport Black,Hemi,20”wheels,pwr rear slider, only 48,000kms,P5443 Pre-Loved Special $27,988

2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4x4 SLT Sport 5.7L Hemi,black,only 48,000kms,pwr group,trailer hitch,BCAA inspected, P5443 Pre-Loved Special $27,988

2008 JeepWrangler

4X4,V6,auto,blue,alloys,pwr group, BCAA inspected,P5421 Pre-Loved Special $33,988

2008 Jeep Patriot 4x4 Limited white,leather,sunroof,heated seats,auto, 4cyl,39,000kms,BCAA,P5412 Pre-Loved Special $20,988

2008 Jeep Patriot 4x4

Alloys,25,000kms,power group,jeep green, warranty,automatic,P5378A Pre-Loved Special $18,988

2006 Ford Fusion SEL

V6,only 56,000kms,sunroof,alloys,local, cd,keyless entry,nice,1088A Pre-Loved Special $12,988

2005Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 5spd,yellow,alloys,power group,sunroof, 57,000kms,st#10062A Pre-Loved Special $14,988

Chrysler • Dodge • Jeep

2003 32’ Cougar by Keystone 5th wheel. In exc cond; two large slides; lots of solid oak cabinets, oak table w/4 oak chairs; 2 arm chairs, ent. unit; a/c, furnace; hydraulic front jacks; large awning; heated underbelly; corner shower; queen bed, closet, dresser; new washer/dryer; lg living room window; skylight; too many extras to mention. $21,000. 604.316.1018

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Sports & Imports

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2006 LEXUS IS 250 AWD. Reg price $32,980/ SALE PRICE $30,980

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SAVE HUGE $76,990 2007 LEXUS ES350 Silver on black leather, great condition, only 31,667kms, local $26,990 2007 LEXUS IS250 Sport pkg, white on black, auto, great vehicle, only 52,000kms $26,990 2007 MERCEDES BENZ ML 63 AMG Silver on black, only 19,000kms, mint, local, 500hp, AWD $70,990 2007 LEXUS IS250 AWD, blue on tan, only 43,000kms, Lexus Certified $34,990 2006 LEXUS RX 400H Only 58,000kms, local $35,990

2009 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID Only 45,000kms, factory warranty remaining. Reg price $22,980.

SALE PRICE $20,500 2008 HONDA CIVIC 2DR COUPE Nice rims, low kms $16,980 2008 TOYOTA YARIS $11,980 2008 LEXUS RX350 Ultra premium pkg, navigation, DVD, back up camera. Reg price $45,980.

SALE PRICE $39,980

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2007 VW CITY GOLF Only 44,000kms $12,980

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2007 FORD F150 LARIAT 4x4 $25,980 2007 BMW X3 Black on black with premium pkg.

Reg price $31,980.

SALE PRICE $28,980 2007 BMW 525I Premium pkg, arctic grey, 19” rims! $35,980

2004 LEXUS SC430 CONVERTIBLE Only 62,000kms, silver on black, one owner, local, beautiful $36,990

2007 LEXUS RX350 Ultra premium pkg.

Reg price $42,980.

SALE PRICE $38,980

2004 BMW 645CI CONVERTIBLE Only 80,000kms, gold on tan, very clean, beautiful $35,990

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2009 MAZDA MIATA MX5 GT Convertible, auto, only 7,000kms $33,980

2009 VOLVO XC70 Auto, AWD, sunroof, U4503.

Was $38,999 NOW $35,999

2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS 3.8L SEDAN Leather, navigation, sunroof, winter rims & tires ONLY $36,348

2009 TOYOTA COROLLA CE 5 spd, priced right! U4497.

Was $14,999 NOW $12,999

2009 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GL Auto, a/c, pwr group, only 41,000kms ONLY $14,808

2007 VOLVO C70 Get ready for summer, U4534 GREAT PRICE $37,999 2007 VOLVO XC90 V8 AWD, 7 pass, rear entertainment, U4449. Was $45,999 NOW $42,999

NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS FINANCING 2006 VOLVO XC90 7 pass, DVD & nav, U4505 SUMMER SPECIAL $29,999 2006 CHEV COBALT SS 5spd, a/c, low kms, U4484 PRICED TO GO $11,999 2006 BMW 650I Fully equipped, top of the line, U4454 $41,999 2006 HUMMER H3 Low kms, a/c, sunroof, U4547 REDUCED TO SELL $25,999 2006 VOLVO S60 AWD, turbo, leather, sunroof, U4523 NOW $25,999 2005 VOLVO V50 T5 Auto, sunroof, alloys, U4515 $20,999

2008 MAZDA MX5 GT Hard top convertible, loaded, manual $31,980 2008 HYUNDAI SANTA FE LIMITED Leather, sunroof, low kms ONLY $26,900 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE Pwr group, a/c, Stow ‘N’ Go seats, only 47,501kms, was $16,780 NOW $16,330 2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS V6, AWD, leather, a/c, 7 pass $24,995 2007 INFINITI G35 COUPE Leather, a/c, manual ONLY $30,980

2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED V8, navigation, silver, grey leather, only 39,700kms, local, U5383.

Was $36,995 SALE PRICE $35,995 2009 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID Air, cruise, pwr windows & locks, keyless entry, blue, U10472A SALE PRICE $22,995 2007 VOLVO C30 HATCHBACK Gray, manual, air, cruise, pwr windows, 52,000kms, fun to drive, U101056A $22,995 2007 TOYOTA TUNDRA CREW MAX LTD Black, leather, 5 pass, 8500lb towing capacity, only 31,507kms, U5423 $44,995 2007 TOYOTA RAV4 LTD Leather, black, auto, air, sunroof, only 48,000kms, U5418 SALE PRICE $25,995 2006 HONDA ODYSSEY EX-L Blue, leather, auto, one owner, 87,000kms, U11037A ONLY $22,995 2006 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID Black, leather, fully loaded, one owner, local, 102,000kms, U5364.

Was 26,995 NOW $24,995

2007 HYUNDAI AZERA LTD Leather, low kms ONLY $21,530

2005 TOYOTA SIENNA XLE AWD, silver, only 68,000kms, leather, pwr seat, a/c, excellent condition, U11038A $28,995

2007 HYUNDAI TUCSON GL Manual, a/c, only 65,000kms, 2.0L, fwd ONLY $14,930

2005 PORSCHE BOXSTER Manual, black with black leather, one owner, only 42,700kms, U10857R. Was $36,995 NOW $35,995

2007 JEEP WRANGLER SAHARA UNLIMITED EDITION Auto, pwr group, only 40,000 kms ONLY $26,800

2003 BUICK REGAL Immaculate, auto, air, cruise, pwr windows, gold, U101036A $6,995

2004 SUBARU OUTBACK AWD, sunroof, leather, U4536 NOW $17,999

2004 NISSAN MAXIMA Leather, sunroof, only 69,000kms $15,900

2002 VW BEETLE GLS One owner, local, ony 78,000kms , 5 spd manual, very clean U10815A $10,995

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EXP’D CEMENT Finisher. I can form, place & finish any concrete job. Peter 604-988-8856 anytime

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

Flow-rite Concrete for all your concrete needs. Specializing in stamped/exposed. 604-418-6445

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Board, tape, spraytex, repairs. 16 yr exp. No job too small. Mike 604-808-2432, 604-985-4321 AFFORDABLE, Reliable, Quality Guaranteed. Boarding, Taping, Spraytex.

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8073

Drainage

ALLGONE DRAINAGE Fast response, drain tile video inspection, cleaning, install & repair. 24 hr emergency service 604-990-GONE (4663) Crown Roofing & Drainage Residental Div. Drainage installation & repair. 604-327-3086

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RITS GUTTER CLEANING & repairs, power washing. Quick & affordable 604-897-7487

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Handyperson

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8087

Excavating

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Hrly/Contract. Free Estimates.

ALLGONE EXCAVATING Free est, great rates & service 604-990-GONE (4663) www.allgonedisposal.ca

8065

Gutters

LUMA Drywall

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BASE EXCAVATING LTD. Small & mini excavator. Concrete braking. Drainage, Water lines, etc. 15 yrs N.Shore. Tyler 929-7799

8060

Floor Covering

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Pre-Owned Vehicle Showrooms

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8105

The Earth Moves - Mini Excavating, bobcat service & landscape contruction. 604-753-8533

8090

Fencing/Gates

Part of RJR group

604-202-6118 A-1 JOB by Arms and Minds Renos Carpentry cabinet, drs, laminate, tiles, drywall, paint 761-7745

ABBA RENOVATION carpentry, plumbing, wiring, painting, tiling. Work guar, Refs. (604)805-8463/ 986-4026

★ AD PAINTING & FLOORING Ext/Int Free Est/ Lrg/small jobs Handyman $25/hr 604-716-8839 ALL HOME REPAIRS semiretired master carpenter. Kitchen, stairs, sundecks, etc. All work guar. Karl 604-985-5144 HANDYMAN - framing, decks, tiles, hardwood, roof repair. Total additions & basements. Ken 778-773-6251 or 604-455-0740 JD PRO RENOVATIONS Property maintenance & repairs.

Drywall taping, finishing carpentry & decks. Dan 604-802-0569 SUNRISE PAINTING Drywall repair, textured ceiling & mouldings. Cell 604-657-6465

8135

Hauling

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Landscaping

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Serafina Garden Services

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CALL SUKH free est.

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8193

Oil Tank Removal

Have an old oil tank you need gone?

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Painting/ Wallpaper

JAPANESE GARDENER Landscape & maintenance, clean-ups, trimming.

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CANSTAR PAINTING

Lawn & Garden

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A.A. BEST PRO

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8160

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All types of lawn & garden applications.

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Call Sukh:

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Renovations & Home Improvement

RENOS & HOME IMPROVEMENT

PLUMBING

• Warm Air Furnaces • Heating Boilers • Water Heaters

8240

8175

Masonry

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604-913-6804

ALLCASTLE MASONRY LTD Natural & cultured stonework.

20 yrs exp. 604-551-2212 T-A STONEWALL. Rockwalls, paving stones, Allan block walls, etc. 987-8155 / 250-4117

Insured/WCB

778-997-9582 AAA PRECISION PAINTING Interior/Exterior Excellent Prices

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8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

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SUNRISE PAINTING & DECORATING since 1975

Spring Painting Special

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A CUT ABOVE PAINTING Int specialist, Insured, 17 yrs exp Pressure Washing 604.921.7845

North Shore Co.

GLOBAL

PLUMBING LTD

8225

Power Washing

NORTH SHORE HOME SERVICES LTD

•Power Washing • Window Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning

604-988-5294

Heating & Gas Fitting Licensed Plumber

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604-987-7473 604-721-6075

604-773-4549 Spring Cleaning and prep to paint. Driveways, walkways, etc. Get rid of that moss & mess around your home or work.

ALL-WAYS Pressure Washing Driveways, sidewalks, patios & houses. Free est 604-985-0402

PLUMBING & HEATING

INC.

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RED SEAL

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Renovations

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10% Off with this Ad! Aman’s Plumbing Service, Lic. Gas Fitter, Reas. Rates. 778-895-2005

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– Best Renovated Kitchen in Canada

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DELBROOK

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LOCAL PLUMBER - Licensed, insured,GASFITTING, renos, Repairs. VISA 604-929-6956

When your house is great except…

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Flexible hours. Call 604-897-0503

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PLUMBING BY BILL Installation, repairs Honest & reliable 604-980-0993

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SAVE ON PLUMBING! Licenced Plumber/Gas fitter, $65/HR. Same

8205

Paving/Seal Coating

604-729-6695

day service. 604-987-7473 Samy

8225

Power Washing

TERRY’S Driveway Sealing.

604 980-7507 Free Est. Bus lic # 0018328

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isn’t enough anymore

We Fix The “EXCEPTS…” Since 1978

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Plumbing

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8220

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HITECH ALUMINUM RAILING & FENCING

Aluminum Modular Railing Perfect for Sundecks & Stairs Do it yourself or we can install 5 Colors and 4 Designs

604-983-3210 2 OLD GUYS 2 YOUNG TO RETIRE WE DO IT ALL!

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HOME SERVICES 8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

Renovations & Custom Homes Why try the rest ...

Go with the BEST Highest quality workmanship at most competitive cost Multiple Awards Winner Over 40 years experience

8240

HOME RENO’S, new framing, forming, decks, stairs & roofing.

Custom homes. 604-721-8743 INTERIOR RENOVATIONS Bathrooms, Kitchen, Basement, & More. Tim Gleason 604-926-5440

Custom Bath & Kitchen We also do Drywall, tiles, flooring, painting, ceiling, finishing carpentry, sundeck, fences, siding, sheds and basement improvement.

Free estimates and WCB Call Michael 604 836 9628

BATHROOMS PLUS

Kitchen & Bath Renos since 1992

Visit our Showroom at: 103 - 828 Harbourside Dr, North Van

604-983-8766

Insured & Wcb Exc Ref’s Est 10 Yrs

778-889-3729 FORTIF CONSTRUCTION INC Custom Renovations North Shore Company BBB, Reno Mark.ca.

GVHBA.org Stefan@604-202-1264 free estimates www.fortif.ca

Three time Georgie Award Finalist National Sam Award Finalist Georgie Award for Best Renovation “Why Trust Your Renovation To Anyone Else”

Roof Maintenance

ACCENT All roof restoration, moss removal & repairs. 604-346-8191

8255

Rubbish Removal

SMALL JOBS WELCOME RENOVATION Crown Mouldings · Drywall · Painting · Flooring, ★ Call 604-771-2201, 771-5197

this month and get your roof done before the 12% HST starts!

A+

Call AFFORDABLE QUALITY ROOFING LTD. 604-984-9004

All Season Roofing

Re-Roofing & Repairs Specialists 20 year Labour Warranty available

604-591-3500

ROOFING & INSULATION LTD. “IF IT’S ROOFING, WE DO IT!” Residential • Commercial Industrial • Apartments

604-983-0133

SIMPLY ROOFING

Basic Roofing: What you need, when you need it, at an affordable price.

Free inspections Free Estimates

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20 Riverside Dr., North Van

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604.230.4530

Tree Services

$ BEST RATES $

Dangerous tree removal, pruning, topping, hedge trimming & stump grinding.

Fully insured & WCB

Jerry 604-618-8585 Andrew 604-618-8585

greencoastrubbish.com

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Roofing

JUNE SPECIAL SAVE THE GST

Top Soil

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We do it all - basements, kitchens, baths, additions 778-885-0771

8310

Fraser Richmond Soil & Fibre Ltd.

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BDC RENOVATIONS ★ Decks ★ Stairs ★ Basement Suites ★ Kitchens ★ Bathrooms

8251

JKB CONSTRUCTION LTD. HOME RENOVATIONS

8250 604.868.7793

Renovations & Home Improvement

Sunday, June 13, 2010 – North Shore News – A47

AAA TREE SERVICE U Load / We Load 7-80yd bin rentals.

Same day service, fast pickup times!

(604)-990-GONE (4663) www.allgonedisposal.ca

DALTON TRUCKING LTD. BINS & DISPOSAL

Dirt Fill, Concrete, Asphalt Brush, Demo, Const. Waste

SINGLE AXLE DELIVERIES Top Soil, Sand, Gravel, Dumpsites and more.

604-986-6944

DD HAUL & DELIVERY Proficient service, meeting all your needs, providing ‘quality workmanship’ Delivered with pride.

Loads from $30 each Please call David

604-512-7471

Student Disposal Services & Recycling

Trips to the dumps start at

$49

W i t h 1 7 c u b i c y a rd t r u c ks

John 778-288-8009 Call anytime

#1 TRAILER TRASH BOYS

We haul everything, no load too big or small, we do it all. Free est. 604-317-2500/ 929-7195

SNOW-DAMAGED Tree & Stump Removal TREES &&SHRUBS? Pruning Shaping Tree & Stump Removal Hedge Trimming Pruning & Shaping Hedge Trimming CERTIFIED ARBORIST

Fully Insured • WCB Fully Insured • WCB 604-987-8500 604-987-8500

CERTIFIED ARBORIST

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Fast Courteous Service 25 yrs exp • WCB Insured 604-721-4065

★ ★ ★ ★

Custom Interiors Kitchens & Bathrooms Additions

ROBIN’S 604-986-4091 -

ACOR ROOFING 604-984-7599

DISPOSAL BINS 10 - 40 yards.

Any size is $199 + dump fees. disposalking.com 604-889-2085

8320

Alin Maintenance Services •Roof •Chimney •Skylight; Repairs •All Leak Problems! 604-319-2229

AAA RUBBISH REMOVAL Const/ Reno Debris. We Remove Almost Anything! 778-320-2525

YOUR HOME TECHNOLOGY PARTNER

CROWN ROOFING & Drainage Residential. Your One-Stop Renovation Ctre. 604.327.3086

ROD’S RUBBISH REMOVAL Prompt, reliable, reasonable. 7 days/week. Rod 604-985-7193

CURTIS JOHN ROOFING (since 1978) Roof tune-up from $149.

24 hr repair. 604-985-1913

8300

www.onsiterenovations.com Call Mike Getzlaf 604-351-9316 ABBA RENOVATION carpentry, plumbing, wiring, painting, tiling. Work guar, Refs. (604)986-4026/805-8463

Clean Sweep?

8305

Sun Decks

SECURITY SCREEN DOORS • No Bars, No Grills • Just security with a clear view

Expert Tree Care - Cert.

Arborist. 25 yrs exp. Fully Ins.

TV/Home Theatre

• One Touch Home Media Systems • Custom Home Theatre Installations • House-Wide Audio and Video • Home Automation and Security • Lighting Control/Energy Management • Experts in Low Voltage Wiring • Custom Home & Renovation Retrofits • Affordable Solutions for all Budgets • Working with North Shore Builders and Home Owners for Over 10 Years • 50 Years Plus of Combined Experience

RETRACTABLE AWNINGS

• European designed and award winning • Over 100 fabric colours and designs available • Create outdoor entertaining & living space • 10 year warranty

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8335

Window Cleaning

CLEARVIEW MAINTENANCE SERVICE

AS SEEN IN THE PNE PRIZE HOME

20 15 yrs of Service on the North Shore!

• Gutters Cleaned • Power Washing • Roof Restoration • Skylights Window Cleaning • Awnings Awnings Cleaned Cleaned Free Estimates & Quality Service

BAMFORD CONSTRUCTION Ltd. Quality Renos & Repairs.

604-986-2871 www.bamford.ca BATHROOMS & more. 40 yrs on the North Shore. Working within your budget. 778-387-3626

8309

BEARING WALLS removed, floors leveled, cathedral ceilings, garage leveled, door and window openings. 604-787-7484

Tiling

Doug Robinson 604-985-4604

NORTH SHORE HOME SERVICES LTD

BIG OR small jobs. ZIGGY’S RENOS. Quality work, reasonable. 604-931-4224, 992-4146

A-WES SIGNATURE WORK Ceramic, Stone Installation & Design. 604-317-8962

FINISHING CARPENTRY - All mouldings, doors, windows, f/p, flooring & all renos. 604-613-4080

PROFESIONAL CERAMIC tile ,marble granite ,slate installation.

Call John 604 916 2305

Fortif Construction: North Shore home reno specialists. 604-202-1264 www.fortif.ca

installed

DYNAMIC STUMP grinding, Specializing stump removal, prof affordable removals 778-840-9321

BELL MINI BINS 604-922-5101 Small or large household jobs & Mini bin service. 7 days a week Fast ★ inexpensive ★ reliable.

604-987-7325

25

ABERDEEN TREE SERVICES Give our prices a look !!

Call 604-986-3206

www.jkbconstruction.com

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$

A. A. BESTPRO Tree Service LTD. Tree top trim, Hedge Trimming, Pruning, Tree Removal, Stump Grinding etc. CALL SUKH free est. 604-716-8479 or 604-984-1988

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

WESTCOAST ROOFING SYSTEMS

Starting as low as

www.treeworksonline.ca Call 604 291-7778 or 604 787-5915

NORTH SHORE TREE & Hedge Certified arborist. Fully Insured Call Daryl at: 604-988-4479

Stucco

WINDOW SCREENS

TREEWORKS

ACKER’S Rubbish Removal pick-up & deliveries. Quick. 7 day Fast / reliable. Spencer 924-1511

Quality Home Improvement ★ Stucco ★ All Kinds. No Job Too Big or Small.

604-725-8925

• Retain the style and look of your home • Hide from view when not in use • Custom made & professionally installed • Limited Lifetime Warranty • Damage and Impact Resistant

15 Years Experience Tree & Stump Removal Prunning & Trimming View Work

604-618-3145

604-728-3009

RETRACTABLE SCREENS

Sell it in the Classifieds!

604

630.3300

RENEW KITCHEN & Baths. Tile, stone work, laminate, hardwood, painting 15 yr exp. 604-773-2264

•Window Cleaning • Power Washing • Gutter Cleaning

604-988-5294

Serving the North Shore since 1963

GENTLEMEN WINDOW CLEANING - Window cleaning, Gutter cleaning & pressure washing.. Micah 604-230-0429

604-299-8878 604-299-8878

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A48 - North Shore News - Sunday, June 13, 2010

Discover the difference... the North Shore’s Ultimate Health Store.

Anniversary Sale Can’t find your favourite product on sale?

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Save 5

95 29 30 caps

$

$ SavfeRRP5 Of

15

Orange, Lemon & Strawberry

when you spend $50 or more

not valid with any other promotions

95 29 90 caps

$

Life Time Liquid Calcium/ Magnesium 475ml • Easy to absorb liquid formula • Elemental calcium listed on the bottle – no guess work • Contains Magnesium and Vitamin D which enhances calcium absorption • Great tasting flavours $ 95

5 OFF

$

W E L L N E S S

$

12 OFF

EXCLUDING SALE ITEMS and taxes • VALID TO JULY 31st 2010 not valid with any other promotions

25 OFF

$

when you spend $200 or more

EXCLUDING SALE ITEMS and taxes • VALID TO JULY 31st 2010 not valid with any other promotions

1795

$

Blueberry

Shake & Go Smoothie

Whole food goodness with a great blended smoothie taste- instantly! Vega Shake & Go Smoothie is a delicious, healthy, plant-based beverage ideal for the entire family.

• Packed full of protein, fibre, omega-3, probiotics, and greens • Free of common allergens including artificial sweeteners, corn, dairy, egg, gluten, maltodextrin, soy, Intro wheat and yeast

Fibre-Tastic!

Fibre-Tastic is the ‘World’s Best Tasting Fibre’ and perfect for the entire family.

It provides 4.5 grams of fibre per serving and mixes easily in any liquid. Contains fibre from 14 natural ingredients!

Fibre-Tastic is a great start to any day. Mix in juice, water, or yogurt...it’s that easy to Intro Price get your fibre!

95 16 210g Powder $

Super Critical Omega

Supreme Multi-Vitamin

With minerals, with or without iron

3795

$

High dose of B complex to combat stress. Contains Vitamin K and Boron for bone health. Easy to swallow capsules – suitable for Vegetarians.

Bonus 25% More

60 Vcaps

24

$

95

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2495

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Brad King’s

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Ester C Supreme 600mg

24 90 softgels

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95

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300g Powder

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This fast acting and very safe sleep formula can help you fall asleep more quickly, stay asleep, sleep more soundly, and wake up feeling refreshed.Tranquil Sleep combines L-Theanine with 5-HTP and melatonin.These ingredients exert a gentle yet powerfully synergistic effect to promote restful sleep and calm nervousness.These ingredients are supported by extensive $3 research for their role in treating insomnia. Save

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