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N. Shore municipalities ﬁngered in report Jane Seyd

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A report released this week by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business says municipal governments are continuing to spend at an “unsustainably high rate” and points to the three North Shore municipalities as among the worst offenders. But North Shore mayors said the picture painted by the business think tank is suspect, and puts government spending in the worst possible light. While acknowledging some real concerns, they question how the group calculates its ﬁgures. In some cases, the numbers are just plain wrong, said District of North Vancouver Mayor Richard Walton. The report, B.C. Municipal Spending Watch, said between 2000 and 2008, municipal spending in B.C. grew by more than 57 per cent — two times faster than the growth in population and inﬂation. The result, said the business group, is the amount local governments in B.C. spend per person has grown from an average of $866 in 2000 to $1,240 in 2008. The report’s authors said that is an unsustainable pressure on taxpayers. Among cities with more than 25,000 in population, the North Shore municipalities were ranked among the worst, with operating expenses growing See Downloading page 5

2 men seriously injured in baseball bat attack

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TWO men are in hospital with serious injuries after they were reportedly attacked with a baseball bat during an early-morning altercation in Lower Lonsdale.

The victims, 20 and 21 years old, were in the street near the intersection of Mahon Avenue and West Fifth Street at about 5 a.m. Friday when they got into a dispute with two other men. The argument became violent, according to police, and one of the men allegedly struck both victims with the bat, leaving one of them with a fractured skull. North Vancouver RCMP raced to the area, but the suspects had ﬂed by the time they arrived. See Police page 5

Toy story

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WVPD Const. Lisa Schmidtke and West Vancouver Soccer Club players Emma Dronsﬁeld (left), 9, and Paris Khorram, 9, encourage the public to help them and the West Vancouver Fire Department make the annual Toy Drive a success. New unwrapped toys for children of all ages are wanted and may be dropped off at police headquarters or any ﬁre station.

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Squamish needs drive redevelopment

Some W. Van consultation promised Benjamin Alldritt

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WEST Vancouver residents can expect some consultation when the Squamish Nation begins to develop its waterfront lands, said Chief Gibby Jacob, but what that development ultimately looks like will be driven primarily by the economic needs of the nation. have your say at nsnews.com

“We may undertake an outreach program with the nonnatives from the surrounding communities,” Jacobs told the North Shore News. “It would be nice to demystify who we are in this community and provide more insight as to who and what we are. We have a long and traditioned history here in these lands.” The 2004 Capilano Master Plan, which is currently before members of the nation for approval, calls for the eastern portion of Capilano IR 5 to be reserved for use by members, namely for housing and small NEWS photo Paul McGrath businesses. The land to the west of Lions Gate Bridge will SQUAMISH Nation Chief Gibby Jacob and West Vancouver Mayor Pam Goldsmith-Jones open the UBC sponsored discussion on aboriginal be designated an economic land development held at the Kay Meek Theatre in October. development zone. The plan documents, which are still quite general, suggest that economic Howie Charters, a vice-president of the real estate firm Colliers development could include several high-rise apartment towers. with a long record of advising First Nations on land use, said Waterfront residential towers would be a profitable venture to be sure, municipalities and their residents first have to accept the legitimacy but also likely to affect the views of nearby West Vancouverites. of their neighbours’ government. Similar clashes of priorities are brewing around the province as “The first thing you have to look at is that these First Nations’ First Nations work aggressively towards economic self-sufficiency. At leadership are democratically elected government, very similar to a UBC-sponsored discussion in October, co-hosted by Jacobs and the government in West Vancouver, Victoria or Ottawa. They all act Jane Seyd West Vancouver Mayor Pam Goldsmith-Jones, Jacobs reminded the in the perceived interest of their constituents and their community. audience that the southern part of Park Royal shopping centre is Fundamentally, the main difference is that First Nations democracies jseyd@nsnews.com on Squamish land, and that the centre supported as many as 5,500 are far more participatory than you find at a standard municipal WHILE recent discussions about the Squamish jobs. government. In any undertaking, they go to a vote or referendum First Nations’ development plans have focused on “When we put our land in play there are not only local benefits, before making a decision,” Charters said. He then addressed the and regional, but there are provincial and national benefits that discussion’s theme head-on, comparing choices made by First consultations with neighbouring communities, accrue,” he said. Nations governments with those made by non-aboriginal councils. one group of band members has recently called During the panel discussion, titled Empowerment or Too Much On the one hand, Charters mentioned the success of Park Royal on the chief and council to also do a better job of Power?, UBC law professor Douglas Harris recapped the legal and residential projects built by the Tsleil-Waututh, Musqueam and consulting with their own people. footing for aboriginal title and what that means for neighbouring Tsawwassen. A group of band members recently held a protest outside the communities. “None of these brought about hardship or threatened the “The Supreme Court of Canada said that aboriginal title and communities around them. In fact, they brought employment and Squamish Nation’s administrative offices in North Vancouver, to aboriginal rights more generally are based on the fact that aboriginal housing that was badly needed,” said Charters. “On the flip side of call attention to their concerns. Mazie Baker, Yvette John, Willie Nahanee and Jo-ann Nahanee people lived in organized societies in this place before the rest of that, we’ll have a look at what some municipal governments do and us arrived,” Harris said. “This is one of the central challenges of consider whether they were empowered or had too much power. are among the group who say band members aren’t being given a settler society — how to recognize and respond to that prior Can you imagine the City of Vancouver actually expropriated private enough information to knowledgeably vote on development aboriginal presence in what becomes a shared territory.” property to let a real estate developer build Pacific Centre? In today’s plans. At recent family dinner meetings to discuss the latest While many First Nations in British Columbia are in the midst context you might say that was a bit of an abuse of power. . . . In the of an extraordinarily slow-moving treaty process to extend and Fraser Valley, there are numerous municipalities that have chosen development plans, band members were signing documents formalize their territories, reserves currently represent only a third to apply to take land out of the agricultural land reserve to create without really understanding them, said John. “People aren’t of one per cent of the land area in the province. housing and commercial development. Is that too much power, an being informed,” she said. Chief Ian Campbell doesn’t believe that. “I do believe the “Most of these are very small,” continued Harris. “They were abuse of it, or are they acting in the interests of their constituents? postage stamps that gave aboriginal peoples a toehold, but not The City of Surrey, most recently, started a development company Squamish Nation has made the best efforts to communicate with much more in their much larger traditional territory. They are and they’re going out to compete with development companies that our membership,” he said. When it comes to development and long-term leasing arrangements, “those are very complex issues” islands of federal jurisdiction, some of which are now surrounded work in Surrey and pay municipal taxes.” by the largest urban centres in British Columbia. These are islands What’s more, said Harris, reserve lands have already seen that deal with some of the most prime real estate in Canada, he over which municipalities and the province have no jurisdiction, substantial development projects pushed forward by the federal and said. “When you send out reports, how thick do you send them? at least when it comes to land development. . . . At a legal level, provincial governments. “The Capilano Reserve is bisected by the Are people going to read them?” Campbell said, regardless, the band council is asking its municipalities have no capacity to assert their jurisdiction. But Lions Gate Bridge. The False Creek reserve has the CPR railway that certainly doesn’t mean there isn’t space for discussion. What’s and the Burrard Bridge and a military barracks. The Tsawwassen membership for its priorities in the future. Most of what band members want requires money, and as band needed is some government-to-government relations that will reserve has the coal ports. These small parcels of land were massively probably include the province. This has to happen not just at the See Band page 9 See Squamish page 9 political level but also at a bureaucratic level.”

Group claims band communication poor

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Emergency Services Christmas Toy & Food Drive

December 5th, 2010

Join In! Community Holiday Celebrations Ambleside Lights Up! - December 7th

Horseshoe Bay Bonfire and Carol Ships - December 14th

Stroll through Ambleside Village carolling and enjoying hot chocolate and holiday treats. Share in the Christmas cheer with the sounds of the Collingwood Youth Choir as the giant Christmas tree at the entrance of Ambleside lights up.

Enjoy the magic of Christmas with caroling, a lantern parade, bonfire, and festive treats. Sponsored by the Horseshoe Bay Business Association

Tuesday, December 7th, at 5:30 pm. Starts at Saltaire Restaurant (15th and Bellevue Avenue). Sponsored by the Ambleside Business Association.

Dundarave Festival of Lights Come join the beachside festivities for two Saturdays of musical entertainment. Proceeds from the decorated trees support the North Shore Emergency Shelter. For more info visit dundaravefestival.com • A World Music Christmas - December 11th Free jamboree of world music, spiced with the music, song and dance of ancient cultures. Saturday, Dec. 11th, 12 noon to 5 pm • Christmas Wassail & Bonfire Night - December 18th. Held in partnership with the District of West Vancouver. Saturday, December 18th, 2 to 9 pm. Carol ships will pass at approximately 7:50 pm.

Tuesday, December 14th. Parade leaves St. Monica’s Church at 6 pm. Festivities at Horseshoe Bay Park from 6:30 - 9:00 pm.

Concert in the Atrium - December 17th The West Vancouver Community Centre and Pacific Arbour Retirement Communities present the Community Concert Series in the Atrium which are all free and open to the public. This month’s concert features the West Vancouver Youth Band. Friday, December 17th at 3:15 pm, West Vancouver Community Centre Atrium.

Ambleside Tiddlycove Lions Club Christmas Tree Sale Support the Ambleside Tiddlycove Lions Club and purchase your Christmas tree at the same time! Runs until trees are sold out, 9 am to 8 pm daily, at the entrance to Ambleside Park. For more info, visit tiddlycovelions.com

Partners Keep the Seniors’ Shuttle Bus Running West Vancouver seniors continue to get on board thanks to another successful fundraising campaign to keep the Seniors’ Shuttle Bus moving. Supporting the bus for a second year in a row is Amica at West Vancouver, which, in conjunction with other local donors, helps keep this community resource on the road. The West Vancouver Foundation, Kiwanis, Seniors’ Activity Centre Member & Trust Clubs, and The Charros Foundation are among some of the donors.

Seniors' Activity Centre’s Doug Hathaway, West Vancouver Community Centre’s Jill Lawlor, Amica at West Vancouver’s Laura Lachambre, and shuttle bus driver Moira celebrate the successful fundraising for another year of the Seniors’ Shuttle Bus.

The bus operates Monday to Friday from 8:45 am to 3:45 pm on two routes connecting seniors to a variety of local businesses including financial institutions, grocery stores, doctors’ offices and the Seniors’ Activity Centre. For more information and for this year’s schedule, please visit www.westvancouver.ca/seniors

Holiday Happenings 2010 West Vancouver is ready to celebrate the Holiday Season! The Holiday Happenings Guide is your guide to events, programs, camps, and schedules for December! Kids can enjoy half-day camps throughout the holiday break in a variety of program areas. Campers can enjoy arts programs, including pottery at Gleneagles, and art workshops for families at the Civic Site. Kids looking to burn off some holiday energy can enjoy Hip Hop, Gymnastics, and Sportball camps at the Civic Site. Keep an eye out for holiday-themed activities for kids, including cookie creations, and themes from

Winter Wonderland, to New Year’s celebrations. All of the camp options for kids can be found in the Holiday Happenings Guide or online at westvancouverrec.ca

West Vancouver Firefighters and Police are responding together to brighten the holiday season for children and families in need. Drop off new, unwrapped toys and nonperishable food items at any West Vancouver Fire Station or the Police Station by December 21st. Cash, cheques and gift cards also gratefully accepted. All donations will be distributed by the North Shore Christmas Bureau.

Preparing for Snow and Ice Our winter weather varies dramatically, bringing with it many challenges. The municipality monitors road and weather conditions through the winter months, so that staff are prepared and ready to respond. Residents and businesses also have a role to play when a weather event occurs: • Clear snow and ice from your sidewalks, but never shovel snow into the street • Clear catch basins and fire hydrants in front of your property • Take transit instead of driving • Park on your driveway, not on the street • Check on neighbours and family members • Seek out support if you need it In the event of hazardous road conditions, it may be necessary to suspend pick up of garbage, recycling and green waste. If your regular collection is missed, collection might occur the following day. Otherwise, collection will be deferred to your regular day the following week, and your limits will be waived. Find out more at westvancouver.ca/snow

CBC’s Grant Lawrence At the Library December 19 The West Vancouver Memorial Library is thrilled to announce that popular CBC personality Grant Lawrence will visit the Library to entertain with a slideshow presentation and book signing featuring his debut book Adventures In Solitude. Grant is originally from West Vancouver and returns for this special visit on Sunday, December 19, 2 pm in the Welsh Hall of the West Vancouver Memorial Library. Visit westvanlibrary.ca for more information.

District Services Holiday Schedule

If your family is looking for something to do during the holidays there are events throughout the District to take part in:

The Municipal Hall and the Operations Centre will be closed at noon on December 24th, open December 29th – 31st, closed January 3rd, and open January 4th.

• Christmas Puppet Show, West Vancouver Memorial Library, Tuesday, December 14th, 1:30 pm

The 24-Hour emergency phone line will remain open at 604-925-7100.

• Christmas Family Storytime, West Vancouver Memorial Library, Thursday, December 16th, 7 - 8 pm

The Ferry Building Gallery 's Christmas gift sale continues until Dec 19th. The gallery will re-open on January 11th with a new exhibition.

• Skate with Santa, West Vancouver Arena, Saturday, December 18th, 2 - 4 pm. $10 per person, $2.40 for skate rental. Admission includes snacks, refreshments, games, and activities Holiday Happenings can be found in any Community Centre, or online at westvancouverrec.ca

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The Museum will close Friday, December 24th and re-open with a new exhibition January 11th. For recreation facilities holiday hours, see the Holiday Happenings Guide or visit westvancouverrec.ca

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between 52 per cent (West Vancouver) and 62 per cent (City of North Vancouver). In contrast, the report said population and inflation over the same time period increased only between 14.5 and 23 per cent on the North Shore. The report fingered the North Shore municipalities as increasing their expenses about three times as much as would be warranted according to population and inflation increases during the same time period. It pointed to wage increases and an expanding list of services as two main reasons for the spending increases. “Municipal governments have lost sight of proper budgeting which requires setting priorities and making trade-offs,” said the authors. Not so fast, said North Shore leaders, reacting to the report this week. West Vancouver Mayor Pam Goldsmith-Jones said using population figures to judge municipal expenses doesn’t make sense — and makes a community like West Vancouver look bad compared to a city like Surrey where population is growing. “I don’t accept the argument that if you have heavy growth it’s cheaper to run a place,” she said. People who live in West Vancouver appreciate “very slow, very managed growth,” she said. “They don’t buy growth as an argument for cutting taxes.” Goldsmith-Jones said it’s more important to understand “value received for property taxes paid.” Local leaders did acknowledge two of the biggest financial pressures cited in the report.

Walton said most large urban communities have been forced to tackle social issues like homelessness that never used to be funded by local taxpayers, as senior levels of government walked away from those responsibilities. “We’re the closest door, and we get looked at to fill the gap,” he said. City of North Vancouver Mayor Darrell Mussatto pointed to the more than $2 million the city spent on housing and social services in 2008 as an example of that. “They’re really not the responsibility of the municipality,” he said. “But when a homeless person comes knocking on my door at city hall and that’s their last stop before they have to go sleep outside . . . we have to do something.” Other services like improved library services that the business group might consider frills are among those most valued by North Shore residents, said Walton. “We’d have a lot more unhappy people if we cut back the library hours and rec centre hours than if we raise taxes half a percent,” he said. The mayors agreed municipal wages have increased — but pointed to wage agreements set by the province prior to the Olympics as setting the bar for those. Wage increases for both union staff and management represent an ongoing challenge, said Goldsmith-Jones. Walton added some parts of the municipal spending report are simply inaccurate, because of ways that reporting for some services changed during that time period. The figures also include utility charges from Metro Vancouver — figures local councils have little control over.

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY

Police pleased with Squamish co-operation CLEANING From page 1 Paramedics rushed the injured men to Lions Gate Hospital, where the man with the fractured skull underwent surgery for bleeding on the brain. His companion, whose injuries were less severe, was still undergoing treatment at about midday Friday. It’s not clear yet what motivated the alleged attack, but investigators believe alcohol was a factor. The suspects don’t appear to pose any immediate threat to the public at large, according to police. “There’s no indication that this is anything but a random ﬁght between two groups of people,” said Cpl. Peter DeVries, a spokesman for the North Vancouver RCMP. The investigation is in its early stages, he said, but it appears to be progressing rapidly. “Because we’re receiving good co-operation from the members

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of the community, we’re able to (move) the investigation forward,” said DeVries. “It looks like we’ll be able to catch the people responsible.” This is a signiﬁcant development, he added, because the event took place in a Squamish Nation neighbourhood. Historically, members of the nation have often been hesitant to come forward as witnesses when the North Shore police forces have been involved, he said. The North Vancouver RCMP have been working with the nation’s leadership in an effort to improve that relationship, said DeVries. “From the police perspective, establishing that trust is a big part of what we try to do on a regular basis,” he said. “Hopefully, this is a testament to success on that front.” As of late Friday morning, the suspects were still at large. No description was released.

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Give and take

CCORDING to the Salvation Army, there are fake canvassers going door to door in Metro Vancouver soliciting funds — for themselves. If you haven’t noticed, Sally Ann volunteers are out and about, shaking the bells for the annual kettle drive, but the army does not solicit funds on doorsteps. The news of the slimy scam gave us pause to think about the nature of donating. It’s getting harder for many to come up with “a little extra” for others — even at Christmas. The gap between the truly wealthy and the rest of the world continues to widen. Many of the so-called middle class feel like working poor as they struggle to deal with frozen wages or increases that don’t match the inﬂation of rising prices and government taxes and fees.

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“We had the same problem years and years ago with smoking. Everyone thought it was just fine and they all said it was fine. Well it’s not fine and neither is this.” City of North Vancouver resident Joyce Moller worries about potentiallong-termhealthproblems as cellphone antennas proliferate on apartment towers near her home (from a Dec. 1 feature). ••• “It seems that offenders are under the impression that they can conduct this kind of activity until they get caught and then expect a sentence that is not particularly disruptive to their lifestyle.” Provincial court Judge Carol Baird Ellan comments before handing a six-month jail sentence to Gordon Adam Thompson, a convicted dial-a-dope crack dealer (from a Dec. 1 news story). ••• “It was just sort of a gut reaction. I’m (not) a big person — I’m like 110 pounds — but you just do it. Your mind doesn’t process danger or fear, you just sort of know that someone’s in danger and you react.” West Vancouver resident Benita Andersen recalls her intervention in an alleged mugging in which she was hurt herself (from a Dec. 3 news story).

Small wonder that Statistics Canada ﬁgures released last week show that the total amount of charitable donations made by Canadians has dropped by nearly $1 billion in the past two years. Not only has the donation tally shrunk, the number of people giving — measured by those who claimed a charitable donation last year — has dropped too. Canada’s participation rate in 2009 was 23.1 per cent, a number that represents a 30-year low. The donated total dollars would be lower too, if it weren’t for the fact that the fewer donors are giving more — but they are also getting older, averaging 53 years old last year. Still, there are other ways to donate than with money: volunteering time may not come with a tax receipt, but the rewards are immediate.

2011 a bumper year for sausages

IF you’ve ever gone to a protest — and as a journalist I’ve been to a few — you often hear the sign-waving marchers chanting “This is what democracy looks like!”

is too bad. I do believe that the women and men who run for local government really do want to make their community better, and the votes they take have real effects on real people’s lives. So it’s my job to take those dry-as-dust proceedings, scrub off the Robert’s Rules of Order, and It’s a catchy slogan and they boil them down into something may have a point, but from a little bit more flavourful and a where I’m standing, especially on whole lot shorter. Benjamin Alldritt Monday nights, I must beg to Luckily for fans of sausage differ. making, there’s no shortage of Keeping It Simple A group of people sitting municipal business coming up in around a table in a mostly empty North Vancouver (I’ll be leaving room, grinding their way through West Vancouverites in Trevor a half-inch-thick agenda and a three-inch-tall stack Lautens’ careful hands). Early next year, North Van of reports — that’s what democracy looks like. It’s district will be unveiling and presumably adopting slow-moving, it’s exhausting, it’s nowhere near as a shiny new official community plan, while the city much fun as protesting, and for many people it’s will be launching the consultation and discussion extremely, extremely dull. process for its own version. Is it possible to frame That’s where I come in. a well-considered long-term community vision in For as long as I’ve been in journalism, I’ve an election year? We’ll see. Density is a dirty word, been a political reporter. I’ve sat in a lot of those but it’s coming, and it’s got to go somewhere. half-empty rooms around this province, watching Watch for several new projects on Lonsdale school boards, recreation commissions, regional Avenue. districts and city councils laboriously plod through There’s also a good chance that 2011 will see the people’s business. Call me a geek, but I’ve city council finally get to grips with two big-dollar, enjoyed every minute of it. landmark projects: a new Harry Jerome recreation There are occasional moments of genuine centre and the mystery box that will take the place human drama: a school closed, a heritage of the defunct National Maritime Centre. Both building saved, a highrise tower placed in front of promise to be big political footballs. someone’s cherished view. But most of the time Big dollars will be on the menu at the regional governing isn’t much of a spectator sport, which level too. Will the feds and the province come

to the table for a new Lions Gate Wastewater Treatment plant? How are we going to pay for the Neverseen, sorry, Evergreen Line? Will the pressure of swollen municipal budgets and huge regional projects re-open the amalgamation debate? I’m also very happy to be taking on this space just as we political geeks are facing a potential bumper crop of politicking. We’ll deﬁnitely have municipal elections come November, which means a good chunk of next year’s council meetings will be devoted to posturing, name-calling, and a few rounds of guess-the-mayoral-candidate. There’s a strong chance we’ll have a federal election in the spring. Michael Ignatieff won’t want to wait much longer before going to the polls, lest he be compared to Stallin’ Stéphane, an opinion shared by the Liberal operatives I’ve spoken with. But if we make it through the federal budget cycle without a constitutional crisis, it’ll be an improvement on last year. Before an election we’ll get to see an intriguing contest for the Liberal nomination in North Vancouver. District councillor and Don Bell protege Roger Bassam is in the hunt, and has just been joined by Kevin O’Brien, a veteran MLA and former speaker of the assembly in Nunavut. Surely others will take a crack as well. I can tell you that West Vancouver is going to see a pitched battle between Conservative MP John Weston — who has a lot of stimulus projects to brag about — and Liberal Dan Veniez, who has been campaigning non-stop for more than a year

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Case of a lifetime for Dr. Gregory House

THE international TV hit House, as if you didn’t know, stars Hugh Laurie as Dr. Gregory House, an obnoxious, arrogant lout who almost makes up for his countless character ﬂaws with his brilliance.

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House: Any sign of a brain in your head, Chase? If he’d had brain trauma, surely Masters here would have mentioned it. She’s not as dumb as she looks — I mean, that would be impossible. Masters: We’ve done an MRI — all clear. Taub: I went over to his apartment to hunt for clues and saw no signs of recent concrete pours, cement mixers parked indoors, or anything like that. Just a helluvalot of half-eaten oranges. Foreman: A craving for oranges can indicate scurvy. House: Or a relentless search for a rhyme for door-hinge. Next? Masters: I’m puzzled by the body aches. The man hasn’t been beaten, and he never works out. If not, why is he so tired that he fell asleep while Dr. Cuddy was bending over him in one of her low-cut tops? House: (With relish) She is a nasty one! So, he fell asleep. . . . Has he recently been in sub-Saharan Africa? Masters: It’s doubtful. Are you thinking Human African trypanosomiasis? House: Well, it is endemic, according to Wikipedia — which is epidemic. How many people are afﬂicted with sleeping sickness per year, Masters?

Masters: Fifty thousand to 70,000. In 2008, 48,000 people died of it. House: And how many people are afflicted with Wikipedia? Masters: Practically everybody — none fatally. House: Yet. Foreman: But to be infected with lethargy virus, he would have had to be bitten by a tsetse fly. Not many of those here in New Jersey. House: Good point, Foreman. He must have cancer. I see our oncologist, Wilson, walking by. Masters, flash your ta-tas at him through the glass walls. Otherwise, why have glass walls? (Masters shoots a dirty look at House, then waves at Wilson, who enters.) Wilson: No, your patient does not have cancer. Why do you suspect that every single week? House: Lack of imagination? We were really hoping for African sleeping sickness, but he’s not a traveller. Or porphyria, but he has no abdominal pains. Or vertigo, but he can’t stand Hitchcock movies. I was rooting for a fatal overdose of headcheese, but I’m surrounded by incompetence. Even poisoning by belladonna plant would do, if he had a

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disease of the eye— House: Shut up, Chase, it’s not iritis. That’s really boring. Foreman, has he mentioned seeing coloured halos? They could mean — Masters? Masters: Corneal edema, acute open-angle glaucoma. . . . House: Or? Masters: Ascension into heaven? House: People, I’m stumped. I’m going to go right into that room and bang this loser on the head with a blunt object until he gives us more data. The murderer will be “The Genius in the ICU Unit with the bedpan,” if anyone asks. (House lurches toward the door, to be met by a smirking Dr. Cuddy.) Cuddy: House, any particular reason you’ve got five doctors and three buxom nurses running around Mr. Shmeagle? House: My heart of gold? Cuddy: Mr. Shmeagle is not dying. House: Oh, really. So you, hospital administrator, who graduated from medical school second best — not best — in your class, are going to arbitrarily discharge dear, sainted Mr. Shmeagle, who may well be suffering from a rare combination of vertigo, porphyria, sleeping sickness, headcheese overdose, and, I’ll wager, foxynursedisease? Have you no heart beating under that darling Victoria’s Secret push-up bra of yours? Cuddy: Mr. Shmeagle will not die, but despite your medical omnipotence, you cannot cure him of the common cold. He needs bed rest, fluids, aspirin and tissues. And if you weren’t such a misanthropic quack, you’d fix him a hot buttered rum. Now pinch me, you Monster of Love. kate@katezimmerman.ca

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developed but in ways that aboriginal people had little or no control. There is going to be a trust-building relationship, but when we talk about too much development it’s important to remember that these places have been massively developed. This is going to pose some challenges to the non-native communities,” he said. Tewanee Joseph, a member of the Squamish Nation and one of the most visible leaders of the Four Host First Nations during the Olympic Games, said recent moves by the federal government to shift decisionmaking away from Ottawa — a process Charters agreed is “a horrible experience” — and closer to the local, reserve level, were making more innovative projects possible for First Nations. “The relationship with the federal government for over a hundred years has been this parent-child relationship,” he said. “Anything we did on the reserve lands had to go through the Minister of

Indian Affairs for approval. Everything. So we couldn’t function on an everyday basis. This dysfunctional kind of relationship has emerged over the years. So what we’re trying to say as people is ‘Yes, things have happened in the past, but how do we make it better?’ “The Indian Act is outdated and archaic, but there have been legislative changes in the past 20 years that have allowed First Nations to gain more tools to develop their lands. You look at the relationship before that, you had this landlord and tenant relationship; that’s what Park Royal really is. But now you’re looking at development by First Nations.” The Squamish Nation is already well on its way, said Jacobs, with townhouse developments in Gibsons, plans for residential towers in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighbourhood, and gas stations in Squamish. These projects, he said, have been net beneﬁts to all concerned. “You don’t achieve everything 100 per cent in negotiations by any means,

but when we’ve been involved everyone has walked away with something as a beneﬁt and we’ve tried to achieve winwins. But we need to develop and we need to control our own destiny. “That’s the objective of this whole piece, is to become ﬁnancially independent and not beholden to anybody. We didn’t come into this world that way and the current leadership’s perspective is we won’t go out that way.” As far as consultation goes for the Capilano plan, Jacobs said it’s important to have some historical perspective. “It won’t happen to the general public like it’s been happening to us for the last 200 years, I’ll put it that way.”

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regularly holds meetings to update the membership on current issues. “I think the complexity of our Squamish Nation is overwhelming to a lot of people,” he said. Jo-ann Nahanee said knowing how money is spent is especially important in First Nations communities where people are wealthy and appear to get the available jobs while other band members live in poverty. In response to similar concerns voiced by First Nations in other parts of the country, the Canadian Taxpayers Federation recently requested the salaries of First Nations’ chiefs and councillors from the federal government under Freedom of Information. According to that information the four chiefs of the Squamish Nation are paid between $78,600 and $143,200 annually in salary, travel and per diem expenses, while pay and expense totals for the remaining 12 councillors range from a low of $50,800 to a high of $114,000. The total paid to band chiefs and council comes to more than $1.2 million annually. Campbell added much of that money includes work council members do as paid employees of

Municipal affairs District of North Vancouver Regular council meeting, Monday, Dec. 6, 7 p.m. www.dnv.org Reports: ■ Utility fees – 2011 rate setting. ■ Waste collection and recycling service fees. ■ Sewer and drainage fees. ■ Water user fees. ■ Annual review of fees. ■ Interim funding for selected agencies for 2011. ■ Arts Ofﬁce: project grant recommendations, round 1.

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the band. Kevin Gaudet, federal director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, said the concerns voiced by the recent Squamish protesters are similar to those expressed by other First Nations people. Often, when someone asks for information, “The band says no,” said Gaudet. “So they ask Indian Affairs. Indian Affairs asks the band.” In the end, “Asking involves a lengthy period of time,” he said. “And they just don’t get an answer.” One of the issues the Squamish protesters are upset over is the band council’s recent refusal to increase the amount of direct revenue sharing paid to band members, despite a petition signed by many members asking them to do so. Campbell said the direct disbursements currently account for 16 per cent of the band’s own-source revenues. If the council increased those payments, it would have to cut needed social programs, he said. “We’ll gladly explain to our members all of the reasons behind that,” he said. Overall Campbell said he believes the band members support the direction of their council. “There’s a lot of excitement,” he said.

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Notice is given that a PUBLIC HEARING will be held in the Council Chamber of the Municipal Hall of The Corporation of the District of West Vancouver at 750 - 17th Street, West Vancouver, B.C. on Monday, December 13, 2010 at 7:00 pm to consider Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010. The purpose of Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010 is to repeal Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 1968, and to replace it with a new zoning bylaw that is a“technical rewrite”which aims to improve clarity by standardizing and updating the wording, minimizing redundancy and reducing the potential for ambiguity. This new zoning bylaw deals with all lands within the District of West Vancouver. It is not intended to change land use policy except to bring zoning into compliance with current provincial legislation. A consequence of this proposed new zoning bylaw is proposed Subdivision Control Bylaw No. 1504, 1955, Amendment Bylaw No. 4668, 2010. The current subdivision bylaw includes minimum lot size provisions for certain lands currently zoned R.S.2. Under the proposed new zoning bylaw these lot size provisions are integrated into the proposed new zoning bylaw. Consequently, the current regulation regarding the minimum lot size for certain R.S.2 zoned lands would be redundant. Proposed Subdivision Control Bylaw No. 1504, 1955, Amendment Bylaw No. 4668, 2010 removes these lot size provisions and is to be considered concurrently with consideration of the new zoning bylaw. Further, while not required as part of the public hearing process, the public will be given an opportunity to provide comment on the proposed subdivision control bylaw amendment at the Public Hearing for the proposed new zoning bylaw.

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West Vancouver Baha’i community media representative Minoo Greenall greets Harry Greenwood. The 12th annual West Vancouver Unity in Diversity Award ceremony was held Nov. 10 at the West Vancouver Memorial Library. This year’s award, which is presented by the Baha’i community of West Vancouver, was awarded to the Karim family, known for their active role in sharing their culture and religion throughout the community, offering aid in Pakistan as well as presenting musical concerts to fundraise for worthy causes. The nominees for this year’s award ranged from individuals to organizations and businesses — including Jamie Keast, the North Shore Multicultural Society, West Vancouver library and the North Shore News.

West Vancouver Board of Education chairwoman Mary-Ann Booth and host Jonathan Agnew have a chat.

West Vancouver deputy superintendent Chris Kennedy and superintendent Geoff Jopson show their support.

Award nominee Andrea Milman and the library’s Jenny Benedict have a chat.

Jan Keast and award nominee Alain Blancard enjoy the festivities.

Award nominee Ramin Mahjouri and North Shore News’ Dee Dhaliwal attend.

Unity in Diversity committee members Michael Greenall and Nadia Vargha Majzub team up for a photo with Shiva Sabeti and Fariba Rocker of the library’s English Corner.

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Fund empowers the people Community encouraged to vote for two North Shore groups Erin McPhee emcphee@nsnews.com

TWO North Vancouverbased organizations are in the running for a share of a $1 million fund supporting efforts to make the community a better place.

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In its second year, the Aviva Community Fund awards people and organizations working to make a difference across Canada. An initiative of national home and auto insurer Aviva Canada, the decision of who or what makes it into the finals is put in the hands of the general public. Once nominated, the ideas move through rounds of online voting. On Dec. 15, the 30 ideas with the most votes will enter a judging phase and winners will be announced Jan. 25, 2011. The ideas are categorized by small, medium and large, based on financial need. Judges will fund one idea from each category, and will continue to fund ideas until the entire $1 million has been allocated. Over the last two months, more than 2,200 ideas were submitted and a million votes were cast. Two North Shorebased organizations are among those that have made it into the semi-finals — Housing for Young Adults with Disabilities (HYAD) Society and the North Shore Mountain Bike Association. Representatives of both hope community members will show them support by casting votes online (people can vote once a day, to a maximum of 10 votes), until the semi-final

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NICK Mascot tries for a strike during a game with Ashley Freund and Gallagher Stevens at North Shore Bowl. The trio, members of the HYAD Society (Housing for Young Adults with Disabilities), hopes the community supports their dream of living independently. round closes Dec. 15. “We’re very excited. . . .,” says Barb Schoeller, a director of HYAD Society. “Having people rallying for you, it’s a really neat feeling.” HYAD is a non-proﬁt dedicated to creating a housing model providing supported independent living to adults with developmental disabilities. It was established in 2005 by a group of parents of children with developmental disabilities who felt their offspring’s options for housing were insufﬁcient, and didn’t adequately address their desire for independence. “We grouped together and

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yet have someone to assist them in the way of a 24-hour onsite manager. With the support of the B.C. government, the City of North Vancouver and the North Vancouver School District, HYAD Society has secured a building site at 22nd Street and Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver — the Lonsdale school site, which is also planned to house the new North Vancouver School District administrative building, Artists for Kids Gallery, as well as a Polygon Homes apartment complex. A design has been completed for a 14-unit residence with two

manager suites and a common area. It will be home to males and females, ages 20-40, with developmental disabilities who are active in the community either through employment, volunteerism, education, training or community programs. All those slated to move into HYAD House are currently living with their parents. “These young individuals really want a home. . . .,” says Schoeller. “They want to be just like any other young person that is moving on and ﬁnds their spot in life.” See NSMBA page 17

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Practical Intuition: Linda Jane Jervis will host a free workshop on intuition, Dec. 11, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at 422 Genoa Cres., North Vancouver. The workshop will include tuning into inner wisdom and practical decisionmaking exercises. Info: www. soulﬂow.ca or 604-971-4407.

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SPORTS, FITNESS AND HEALTH The North Shore Tai Chi Spirit: Josie Loehrich teaches a variety of classes on Saturday mornings and Wednesday evenings at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Drop-in: $8. Info and registration: 604-9869276 or taichispirit@shaw.ca. Schedule: www.meetup.com/ northshoretaichi. See more page 18

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DR. Roger Shick, physician leader of the Pain Centre at St. Paul’s Hospital, answers questions at Living With Chronic Pain, a seminar hosted by the Chronic Pain Association of Canada and the North Shore Chronic Pain Support Group, Nov. 13, at Kay Meek Centre.

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WEST Vancouver Blue Bus driver Dave Rai invites community members to a fundraising dinner Dec. 12, at 5 p.m., at the Dhaliwal Banquet Hall in Surrey in support of his non-proﬁt, the Great Helping Hand, which supports those less fortunate, including homeless individuals in the Downtown Eastside. Tickets: $30 (children 10 and under are free), phone 604-318-4445. Info: thegreathelpinghand.org.

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COUNTRY singer Aaron Pritchett (left) and Loverboy singer Mike Reno sign copies of Canadian Voices, a collection of personal inspirational stories by well-known Canadians, at Indigo Books in North Vancouver Nov. 27. A portion of proceeds from the books will be going to the Make-A-Wish Foundation and 2,500 copies are being donated to Canadian troops in Afghanistan.

community bulletin board From page 12 For info email bob_tarplett@ yahoo.ca. North Vancouver Outdoor School: A night of good food and company to support the North Vancouver Outdoor

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Men’s cottageclosing weekend offers perspective CLOSING up a cottage for the winter can be a real chore.

When the cottage is on an island, 90 kilometres and two ferry rides from home, the task is even more daunting. This is man’s work and notwithstanding the late Marilyn Monroe’s observation, “That women who seek to be equal to men lack ambition,” we ﬁve men stand tall and ready to get the job done. Well, perhaps not tall — I’ve got a bad back, four of us are retired, and none of us are getting any younger — but mentally, well, we’re all still sharp as a screw. We’re on the road early — “I’ve been on a calendar but never on time” — that’s Marilyn again, and the trip up the Sunshine Coast to Lund is long but uneventful. A water taxi will take us across to Savary Island and a land taxi, a ﬂatbed Ford 350, will take us the rest of the way. November can be a cruel month on the coast and we’re prepared for some bad weather. We’re pleasantly surprised as the water is calm and the crossing to the public wharf at Keefer Bay takes about 15 minutes.

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To our left, fronting the water, is the aptly named Dough Road (think expensive) featuring many of the island’s original cottages. A friend who is building a cottage there will join us for dinner, but we’re turning right, going up the hill, past the bike rental shop, restaurant and general store — all closed now for the season — to our cottage. Life is more relaxed over here. There are perhaps 100 permanent residents on the island although that number swells to a few thousand in the summer. There are no paved roads and few cars. A walk along the beach in the moonlight is magical. There’s no electricity on the island. Our appliances and the lights are run off propane. During dinner and well into the evening, the wine and conversation ﬂow freely. There’s a lot to talk about. Health care: we wish the system was more efﬁ-

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on to your nest egg? Learn to manage your risk. B.C. politics: we’re more embarrassed than outraged by our provincial government. The B.C. Lions: maybe next year. Our conversation, spread over three evenings, is fascinating and somewhat reassuring. Remind me again of why we’re here? Oh yes, to close the cottage. On the morning of our last day, we clean out the fridge, drain the water lines and put the antifreeze in the toilet. Job

done! Time taken: 20 minutes. Time allotted: four days. What else did we accomplish? Well, we did ﬁre up the chainsaw one day after lunch. Didn’t we say that closing a cottage was a real ordeal? We did. We ﬁbbed. We just tell our wives that so they’ll let us go away for the weekend. The land taxi arrives in front of the cottage at 9:30 a.m. and an hour later we’re standing on the dock at Lund. It’s raining hard but I feel invigorated. “We should all start to live

before we get too old. Fear is stupid. So are regrets.” You guessed it, that’s Marilyn again. We head over to Nancy’s Bakery for a cinnamon bun and coffee before we start for home. I’m already looking forward to coming back next year. Tom Carney is the co-ordinator of the Lionsview Seniors’ Planning Society. Ideas for future columns are welcome. Contact him at 604-985-3852 or send an email to lions_view@telus.net.

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SENIORS what’s going on for seniors SOCIAL GROUPS AND OUTINGS Circle of Friendship: For women 50+ offering companionship, discussions, guest speakers, caring, sharing and more, Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695

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Public Notice Notice of Application for Amendment to Liquor Licence - North Shore Winter Club The North Shore Winter Club has recently made application to the Liquor Control Licensing Branch for a change to their liquor licensing, which requires a resolution from District Council. The proposed change is as follows: APPLICANT: North Shore Winter Club SUBJECT PROPERTY: 1325 East Keith Road

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N ORTH S HORE D ISABILITY R ESOURCE C ENTRE A sturdy tree becomes a person reaching upward in celebration, its leaves, transformed, break free and take flight.

We work to ensure that people with disabilities, along with their families and friends, can participate actively as members of the community. We are committed to working toward a community which is free of physical, ﬁnancial and attitudinal barriers.

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www.nsdrc.org CARF accreditation was awarded to NSDRC for the following programs: Supported Living, Infant Development and Community Based Services.

Happy New Year and thank you to all who have helped NSDRC serve the needs of people with disabilities on the North Shore. We’ve been doing this for almost 35 years! Come celebrate with us. Please check our website for NSDRC’s 35th anniversary details in 2011.

NSDRC has a variety of ways you can give to help us with our vision “communities that value inclusion are committed to creating opportunities for all.”

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We appreciate any financial investment that you can make to help support people living with disabilities on the North Shore via the NSDRC Foundation. ■ Donate on line at www.nsdrc.org or www.canadahelps.org (enter NSDRC) ■ Request that your donation be automatically withdrawn from your bank account or charged monthly to your Visa, MasterCard, or American Express ■ Pledge a gift over a period of time

Summer Program 2010 We had another exciting year of providing service to kids who require extra support to participate in integrated summer activities. We provided support to 112 participants in recreational and leisure endeavours. Some of the highlights included kayaking trips, art and bike classes, dance and sailing programs, and day trips to exciting places such as Grouse Mountain, Science World, the Vancouver Aquarium and pools and water parks. Please visit www.nsdrc.org for more information. NSDRC would like to thank the following businesses and organizations who contributed funds towards this year’s summer program: MCFD, HRSD Service Canada, Vancouver Foundation/ Children’s Fund, CKNW Orphans’Fund, District of North Vancouver, City of North Vancouver, District of West Vancouver, CIBC Wood Gundy, Deep Cove Lions Club, Terry Chambers Foundation, and the numerous donors who contributed to our direct mail campaign. Donations to help fund NSDRC programs for children and youth who require extra support are vital for program sustainability. Please give by going to www.canadahelps.org and entering“NSDRC.”

■ If your employer participates in the United Way or other employee campaigns, you can support NSDRC by designating the gift on your pledge card ■ Double the impact of your donation by checking if your company has a matching program ■ Encourage your employer to sponsor our Fall Fundraiser, or donate prizes

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Gift options to consider include: Bequests in your Will; Publicly Traded Securities; Life Insurance; Retirement Funds; Endowments; Charitable Remainder Trusts ■ Donate Publicly Traded Securities (stocks, bonds or mutual funds)and pay no capital gains on the appreciated value of your investment ■ Provide a future gift to the NSDRC Foundation through your estate planning

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On October 16th, 2010 Jim Byrnes performed at the NSDRC’s 3rd annual fundraiser. Weeks later he was awarded the Western Canadian Music Awards Blues Recording of the Year for “My Walking Stick” which was available signed, at our concert. We are grateful to Mark Sager for volunteering his time as Master of Ceremonies. This concert was possible thanks to sponsorship from: • Bestway Repair & Service • Centennial Theatre • Compunet I.T. Solutions • Concepts Painting Ltd. • Davies Prescription Pharmacy • Euroset Plumbing Heating & Gas Fitting

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Volunteer performers with Jeff Standfield’s Band opened the concert to the audience’s delight. Jeff Standfield is a former three-time Paralympian, a peer mentor and Vancouver Adapted Music Society (VAMS) supporter. VAMS (www. vams.org) advocates for improvements to services and programs for people with disabilities. Dave Symington is a NSDRC Foundation Board member and co-founder of VAMS. Ted Emes works as the Client Services Director with the BC Paraplegic Association. Neil Thompson is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter who enjoys collaborating with different artists, plus he is a member of the band Clive’s Timing. Thank you to many businesses and individuals who donated to the silent auction.

CARF, 2009-2010 AGM, OPEN HOUSE These past months have been busy for us. In August we received a 3-year CARF accreditation. This demonstrates that our programs meet or exceed the best practices in social services. We are very proud of this accomplishment. September 30th saw our 34th Annual General Meeting. We welcomed over 30 people and presented longtime Board members with tokens of appreciation. The November 6th NSDRC open house provided our volunteer Board an opportunity to meet a

diverse and interested community. We got great feedback on how the NSDRC can better serve North Shore residents with disabilities and the entire community. We look forward to hosting more open houses and encourage you to get involved. Let us know if you are interested in volunteering to create changes in our priority areas: housing, education, employment, and all aspects of accessibility. For more information please visit our website.

Snow Removal REMINDER It’s that time of year! May we respectfully remind everyone to have snow removed from your sidewalks? As per municipal bylaws, property owners are required to remove any accumulation of snow or ice from the sidewalks and footpaths bordering their property as soon as practicable in order to ensure the safety of pedestrians and people who use wheel chairs. Please visit your municipal website to learn more about snow clearing bylaws in your community: • District of North Vancouver Street and Traffic Bylaw 7125 • City of North Vancouver Street and Traffic Bylaw 6234 • District of West Vancouver Traffic and Parking Bylaw 4370 Checking in on neighbours and family members who may need some extra assistance is also a good idea when working for a community for all during the snowfalls!

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Park Royal for the month of December, 2006, as a test in preparation for selling wares at the Olympics. The results were a huge surprise to everyone. “That first Christmas, we did $40,000 in sales” says Fisher, “and that was cash sales, because we didn’t even have a credit/debit machine.” After the success of the trial month, the co-operative became a permanent fixture at the kiosk for nearly four years, and has received a grant to redesign it to reflect their Coast Salish history. The Olympics gave the Squamish the chance to run the gallery space at Athlete’s Village in Whistler, which she saw as an opportunity to educate visitors who were entirely new to First Nations culture. “Part of (the cooperative’s) mission statement is to educate on authentic Squamish Nation art, ” she says. Fisher often wore her full regalia to help answer questions by curious tourists and athletes. The work was so popular, the co-operative were still selling their work as the floor of the Athlete’s Village was getting taken down after the end of the games. At the same time as the Olympics, Broadwalk Gaming on Squamish land helped the co-operative to expand into a second location at the gaming centre in February, which they use, rent-free as another shop space for their work, which includes pottery, carvings, clothing, beadwork and jewelry. While Fisher prefers to focus on her business

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THE last four years have been a whirlwind for Sheryl Fisher and the other members of the Siyamin Artist Cooperative. An initial idea became a non-proﬁt organization that has grown beyond their wildest dreams. When the bid for the Olympics was won by the city in 2006, Fisher started thinking about other Olympic years, and saw an opportunity. “The Calgary games, the local aboriginals there sold out of their products within a few days,” she says. “For years we’ve wanted to do something for our artists in our community. We have a lot of programs and services in place for babies, youth, elders, but there was. . . (nothing in place) for our artists.” Fisher, who has a background in community economic development and marketing, started to draw together a feasibility plan. She went door-to-door in the Squamish community to identify the band members who worked as artists fulltime, and found over 300. “This was our opportunity to educate about the art and culture” of the Squamish Nation, says Fisher. With help from Melanie Conn at SFU, they incorporated the Siyamin Artist Co-operative, a nonproﬁt to showcase the artwork of the Squamish people. Starting small, the cooperative took on a kiosk at

savvy, one of the artists in the collective, Pam Baker, contributes in the form of jewelry and clothing. “We’re actually building necklaces with different gems and adding some of my eagle and hummingbird designs,” says Baker. “They’re my own personal (designs) They reﬂect my Coast Salish ancestry.” Baker says that there’s a story within each piece of art sold by the Cooperative, and all the works aim to inform and educate the public about Squamish culture as well as serving their purpose as gifts and clothing. Alongside her jewelry, Baker also makes ponchos, weaving unique patterns into the fabric. She enjoys bringing Coast Salish history into a modern piece of clothing, sharing “culture in a fashionable way.” Fisher and Baker are among 20 members of the cooperative who will be selling their work and demonstrating their methods at the One of a Kind craft show in Vancouver. The show takes place at the Convention Centre from Dec. 9 until Dec. 12, and will feature the work of many local craftspeople and organizations. Other highlights of the show include a complimentary sewing salon, a fashion show and screenings of ﬁlms made by students of the Vancouver Film School. The One of a Kind show will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday to Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $10 for adults, $6.50 for seniors and students, and children under 12 are free. Online tickets are $8 if ordered in advance at www.oneofakindvancouver. com.

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TEXTILES and pottery are among the pieces created by the Siyamin Artist Co-operative, a group of Squamish Nation artists who market their work together. The collective will be showing their work at the One of a Kind show next weekend.

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der 13 or $35 for a family, with proceeds going to B.C. Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund. Winter Gift Gallery: A unique selection of gifts by local artists until Jan. 9 at the Seymour Art Gallery, 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. From scarves to paintings, jewelry to sculpture, your holiday gifts can be found here. Info: 604924-1378 or www.seymourartgallery.com. Pet Food and Supplies Drive: The sixth annual Dog Handlers’ Christmas Pet Food and Supplies Drive is accepting donations of pet food, supplies and funds for three Lower Mainland Charities: Friends of the Animals, the Paciﬁc Animal Foundation and Action for Animals in Distress. Tax receipts available for donations of $20 or more. Donations can be made at Village Pet Foods, 5323 Headland Drive, West Vancouver, or Natural-Plus Pet Supplies, 1174 Marine Drive, North Vancouver. Red Sock Campaign: Nood has partnered with the Salvation Army to donate $2 or more for a pair of red socks, with the goal of raising enough for 10,000 socks, to be distributed to homeless and other disadvantaged people in the area where donations are made. Donations are open until Dec. 31 at www.nood.ca See more page 30

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We buy local, organic meat and produce and don’t mind paying a little extra to know that we’re keeping our carbon footprint low. But even the most environmentally discerning shopper seems to draw the line at Christmas. “There are many Canadians and folks on the North Shore that believe that no matter what value the Canadian dollar is against the U.S. dollar, it’s more advantageous to buy goods below the line,” says Mark Startup, President and CEO of Shelfspace, the amalgam of Retail B.C. and Retail Alberta. Startup says that consumers fail to notice the extra costs of the journey south. Combining the costs of an overnight stay to comply with duty free regulations and the price of gas for the return trip, “it’s almost not worth your time,” he says. Some savvy shoppers aren’t getting into their car, however. They’re turning on their computers. A survey conducted by Ipsos Reid for Visa Canada found that 28 per cent of Canadians said they would be shopping at American online retailers around Black Friday to get deals. Local business owner Erica Hughes says that the notion of people leaving the country for deals is more of a threat than an actuality. “We’ve heard more about

cross-border shopping (this year) for sure,” she says. “I could not be bothered to going all the way down to the States to save 10 bucks.” Hughes says that as opposed to being savvy consumers, shoppers who head to the States are being shortsighted about their own community. “If people thought about it they wouldn’t do it because it’s not good for our economy,” she says. “And I don’t think they really stop and think about the impact that it does have.” Hughes owns and runs Get Dressed,twowomen’sclothing boutiques in Parkgate Village and at Westview Centre. She feels shopping online or in an outlet mall means the customers ultimately lose out on the personal touches that only local shopping can provide. “I think you just have to really offer great service and great products, in a great environment,” she says. “Those people will keep coming back to you.” Startup agrees, noting that retail revenue in B.C. has gone up by six per cent compared to last year’s ﬁgures. “There cannot be anything better for a community than to keep your dollars in the local community,” he says. “When you look around at the stores you’re going into and the houses on your street, or the apartments in the block that you’re living in, chances are either your own kid or your neighbours kid, or your brother-in-law or your sister, are employed in the local economy. And that’s a pretty compelling reason to keep our dollars at home.”

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Give good health this year

Personal Best Shaun Karp

THE joy of the holiday season is sometimes overshadowed by the worry of not yet having found the perfect gift for someone you care about. It’s never fun to push through the chaos and commotion of the mall during its busiest month — especially when you don’t know what you’re looking for. It’s important not to forget about good health while doing your holiday shopping — and remember that those you’re buying for are likely going through the same festive frenzy and neglecting their health. Here are some gift ideas to help those you love take care of their bodies and their minds as the Christmas chaos winds down, and all year long. For the body: Resistance bands, an exercise mat, dumbbells, or DVDs: Why not help someone you love set up a home gym? You can purchase any combination of items to fit any budget, and there’s no shortage of how-to information for your giftee to find online. You could even make it a themed gift: a yoga mat, pants and beginner’s yoga DVD is one example. You can find resistance bands for less

than $20 CAD, an exercise mat is about $15 CAD, and dumbbells vary greatly depending on their weight, but begin at around $5 CAD. A one-month gym membership: Many gyms offer a one-month “trial” membership, and they often offer special discounts for the new year. For many, signing up for a membership is the hardest part — so why not take that difficult first step for someone on your Christmas list this year? Wii Fit Plus: While a Wii Fit isn’t likely to bring someone from out-of-shape to marathon-ready on its own, it is a fun addition to any exercise program. It’s a particularly great gift for a family; the games are challenging and effective enough to keep adults interested, and kids will love that they’re not getting in trouble for playing a video game. This year’s version, the Wii Fit Plus, is about $100 CAD. For the mind: An inspiring book: Everyone deserves some quiet time, especially in the weeks following the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Since December’s festivities leave many feeling physically and mentally drained come January, it’s a great idea to encourage someone you love to take a time-out and sit back with a great book. Most bookstores have entire sections dedicated to great health and fitness-related reads. A sun lamp: Most people know that fun in the sun increases vitamin D and boosts your spirits, but not everyone knows you can get similar results from a sun lamp. Sun lamps emit the full spectrum of light you get from the sun, and using one in the winter causes an increase in vitamin D production and a reduction in stress and mild depression.

These effects can help you stay happy and active through the winter months. Sun lamps vary in price from about $70 CAD to several hundred dollars, depending on the size. An iPod with an armband: Music is a great motivator when it comes to exercise. While it’s rare to find someone without some version of an iPod or other MP3 player these days, a thoughtful accessory is an armband. An armband will eliminate the hassle of having the device unattached during a workout, and can cost as little as $10 CAD. If the person on your list doesn’t yet have a player, MP3 players start at about $30 CAD. Or, you could go with the iPod Shuffle — it’s tiny, holds about 500 songs, and can be clipped to your clothing. Shaun Karp is a certified personal trainer. For further information call 604-420-7800 or go to www.karpfitness.com.

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holiday guide holiday happenings From page 27 Peak of Christmas: Santa comes to Grouse Mountain for the Peak of Christmas festival, offering free skating lessons, ice shows and sleigh rides, complimentary with a Grouse Mountain admission pass until Christmas eve. Christmas Tree Sale: North and West Vancouver Scouts will sell Christmas Trees at Clyde Avenue and T aylor Way until Dec. 24, noon to 9 p.m. weekdays, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays. School Choirs Sing Holiday Favourites: Lots of chances to catch school choirs singing Christmas carols. Various schools will perform Lonsdale Quay throughout December. Park Royal will welcome choirs from primary schools across the North Shore Dec. 6 to 13, with a schedline online at shopparkroyal.com/holiday-2010. Argyle Secondary School will perform at Lynn Valley Main Library Dec. 16, 2 to 3 p.m. Beauty and the Beast: The North Vancouver Community Players will perform the classic play Dec. 5, 10-12 and 17-19 at Hendry Hall, 815 East 11th Street. Tickets $8 for adults, $4

for children under 12. Showtime is 7 p.m. with matinees on weekends at 1 and 3 p.m. B.C. Boys Choir: The choir performs WinterSong Dec. 8 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Avenue, and 2-3 p.m. at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Boulevard in North Vancouver. Advance tickets $20 adults, $15 seniors/students, $10 kids 12 and under at www. bcboyschoir.org or phone 1-888909-8282. Doors open 30 minutes prior to start. Jingle Mingle Wednesday: Brooksbank Elementary School will hold a fun-ﬁlled evening of crafts and activities for kids, 6 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 8. A Jazzy Christmas: The annual Christmas concert fundraiser for the Silk Purse Arts Centre will feature jazz pianist Peter Vanderhorst, more than 15 female vocalists and instrumentation. Runs Dec. 9 at 7:30 at the Silk Purse and Dec. 12 at 2:30 at St. Stephen’s Church. Tickets $12 for members, $15 for public. More info: 604-925-7292. A Fairy Tale Christmas: Snow White and the Rose Red will be performed by the Cascadia Society and the Vancouver Waldorf School, will feature Eurythmy and their famous bell choir, Dec. 9, 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. at the Kay Meek Centre. Tickets $10 to $20.

Wreath Classes: Dykhof Nurseries & Florist will be offering wreath making classes Dec. 9, 7 p.m. at 460 Mountain Highway, North Vancouver. Fee: $40, which includes all supplies. Info and registration: 604-985-1914 or www.dykhofnurseries.com. Festival of Lights: Van Dusen Botanical Gardens invites the public to set a magical date night with twinkling lights, hot chocolate and seasonal music in their Festival of Lights. Dec 10 until Jan. 2, every evening from 4:30 to 9 p.m. except Christmas. Tickets $13 for adults, $9.50 for seniors and youth 13-18, $7.25 for children six to 12. Tickets available at the gate. or info call 604-257-8665. French Festivities: Celebrate the holidays in French as the French International School in North Vancouver perform Charlotte Diamond on Dec. 10 at 1:30 p.m. at the Capilano Performing Arts Theatre, 2055 Purcell Way. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. For info call 604-9242457 or visit www.eﬁv.org. Rock ‘n’ Roll Christmas: A nostalgia-packed night of ’50s rock and roll, with imitators of Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Fats Domino and Elvis Presley, Dec. 10 at 8 p.m. Tickets $39.75. Call 604-913-3634. Turkey Lunch: Mount Seymour United Church’s annual turkey lunch and bake sale, Dec. 11, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 1200 Parkgate Ave. .

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Fairy Tale Christmas

MEMBERS of the Cascadia Society and the Vancouver Waldorf School will be performing their Fairy Tale Christmas show featuring a bell choir at the Kay Meek Theatre, Dec. 9 at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Call 604-987-3407 for more information and tickets. Spot Santa on Seymour: Bring a non-perishable food or cash donation and have your picture taken with Santa for a free Mt. Seymour Christmas E-Card. Santa will be at his workshop in Harold’s Cafe in the new lodge, located in Snowplay Park, Dec. 11 noon to 4 p.m. and Dec 12, 18 and 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guard Dog With a Heart: A children’s musical marionette show

about MAX the Guard Dog, with a special visit from Santa at the Silk Purse, Dec. 11 at 10:30 a.m. Reservations required. Tickets $5/$8. Call 604-924-7292. — Compiled by Debbie Caldwell and Tessa Holloway Email information for your non-proﬁt, by donation or nominal fee event to listings@nsnews.com.

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WHENEVER I see a youngster helping out in the family enterprise — store, sideline business, rental property — I ask the parent(s): “Are you paying your child to work for you?”

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WHEN it comes to wine, there’s one nagging question. What do you do with the half of the bottle you may not want to drink in one sitting? How to keep it fresh for the next sip — even if that time may be days away — is a challenge that has given rise to no shortage of gadgets and gimmicks. One of these days the Hired Belly will share his own wine-saving secret, which involves ﬁne-gauge produce bags, a good set of lungs, a chopstick and (that occasionally elusive ingredient) leftover

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NADI International Airport, Fiji: My body was so weak and tired, getting out of the airplane seat gave me a head rush.

With each step, my legs were on the verge of collapsing into a vegetative state. I entered the customs lineup in Fiji with the co-ordination of a nine-month-old baby attempting to walk for the first time. My girlfriend Kasandra used my chest/shoulder as a pillow, while sleepwalking her way against me each time the lineup moved forward. I walked backwards. She appeared to have passed out after head-butting my left nipple. Meanwhile, I had the brain capacity of a person who had just teetered out of a Lamaze class for elderly sheep. The bags under my eyes were bright with red and purple lines, giving me the make-up look of a five-year-old girl’s colouring book. I also wore matching socks. Kasandra wore ugg boots, suited for the Canadian winter. In Fiji it was summer. We began the first leg of our trip around the world landing at 5:15 a.m. Fijian

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sitting on a bench made out of our backpacks. The airport was more barren than Big Foot’s sex life. We were the only budget travelers in sight, as all other foreigners had hotel pick-up service from various resorts. The public bus ride began lush and green, down a humpty road no faster than 40 kilometres an hour, rarely above 30, on the “English side” of the road. The slow pace allowed us to feel safe. The mountains appeared to be black clouds, hovering dark behind the morning mist, as we moved slowly towards our destination in the jungle. We drove past automobile junkyards, an occasional view of the turquoise waters, temples and mosques, moving through neighbourhood homes made of tin and nearby churches with no roofs used to hang clothing lines. Five hours later into a ride that was quoted at three and a half, we arrived in Suva, on schedule for Fiji Time. Still tired and wearing matching socks, we were immediately surrounded by 20 drivers competing to drive two vulagis (“visitors”). Hovering around 36 hours without sleep, I made the mistake of getting into a taxi without agreeing to a price. The driver refused to use his metre and requested $25 Fijian for the ride. I said $5, shocking Kasandra, before telling her to get out of the

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HUNTING for freshwater prawns in the Colo-i-Suva Forest. taxi. The driver settled for $15. We agreed. It should have cost around $10, we later learned from hostel staff. The Raintree Lodge was expectedly small, with no airconditioning, no bathroom or even a phone, but included a nice pond-side patio. It was Kasandra’s ﬁrst-ever

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hostel, the beginning of her ﬁrst experience as a true backpacker, from riding public transit to staying in cheap accommodations. Though it was humid and relentlessly hot, she did not complain. She simply dropped her backpack on her bed and giggled, before gesturing majestically toward the door. After lunch, we walked to the Colo-i-Suva Forest Park and did our own tour at the cost of $5 Fijian each, keeping our tight budget in mind always. Underneath the jungle’s dark-green canopy, we came across a group of friendly young men using a rope swing to dive into a small pond below a waterfall. At ﬁrst, their strong stature and muscles made me nervous, as

we were obvious foreigners in the middle of a forest, easy targets for a robbery. When they offered to show us around, I followed with a little distance, keeping Kasandra close. Though they proved to be harmless, many tourists are mugged in Fiji. The locals were shocked to hear that we came to their country, a place they believed most people had never heard of. A pin prick on the globe. We followed their lead through trails, cautious always. They showed us how to hunt for prawns and even walked us through their small village, before pointing us to the entrance to the park that they had skipped to avoid entrance fees. Back at the hostel, I popped

a couple of Ibuprofen tablets to relieve the swelling of the ankle caused by a hairline fracture I had suffered only a few weeks prior. Kasandra meandered down the hall to the public bathrooms. I pondered to myself about how impressed I was with her toughness, as even I had stayed in nicer hostels than the Raintree Lodge. Then it happened. A sound dribbled down the hallway similar to a post-tail-pull of a pig combined with baby’s circumcision scream. She continued yelling. “Ethan!” she screamed. I walked down the hallway to discover her in a towel, her arms Silly Putty ﬂailing. She was breathing heavy like a caged bull, while managing to explain that the hot water broke and and that she saw a toad in the bathroom. “Welcome to hostels,” I said to her, of course, because I’m sensitive. I’ll admit it though my shower wasn’t pleasant either: Freezing cold, no water pressure and I felt awkward being watched by a giant millipede while I washed my man parts. We capped off our day with a meal best suited to kill a diabetic. I ordered mushroom and basil soup from the hostel. This translated into pure sugar. Kasandra ordered a soggy salad and cheese bread that tasted more like salted cardboard. We fed most of the bread to the tiny ﬁsh at the pond-side patio, which later led to a battle between two large eels. I suppose our meal included the free entertainment. Ethan Ribalkin is a North Vancouver freelance journalist who is writing a book, The Strange Foreigner: Talking to Myself Without a Translator, about his experiences traveling around the world. The following is an excerpt from his blog, page59.com. For more information contact Ribalkin at page59@live.ca.

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IN 1927 a unique invention became part of popular culture.

The photobooth — or Photomaton as its inventor, Anatol Josepho named it — offered the average person a chance to have their picture taken in the privacy of the booth. The device allowed people to document themselves alone and with those important people in their lives. It is no wonder that many chose to include their dogs in these self-portraits. Cameron Woo, editor of Bark magazine, has drawn from his extensive collection of dog photographs — which he has culled from various sources over the years— as the pictures for this book. There are a wide variety of portraits but all with the connection of being taken by an automated device. We don’t know who the subjects are but we sense their love of their pet and see a glimpse into their personalities. Hair and clothing styles offer some idea on when they were taken but all that really matters is the timeless nature of these charming images.

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Humans’ names: Ernie, 10, and Oliver Navratil, 7. Pets: Beans, a four-year-old boxer (left) and Bibit, an eightyear-old French bulldog. Both dogs are rescue dogs. Favourite activity: Beans loves to go for long walks, while Bibit prefers more sedate activities, such as lounging in the sun. If you would like to appear in Pet Pause with your pet, please send information to tpeters@nsnews.com. Be sure to include name, breed and the age of your pet as well as your phone number.

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THREE TO SEE THIS WEEK BASKETBALL HSBC Classic senior girls opening round STEVESTON @ ARGYLE Dec. 7, 3 p.m. BASKETBALL Senior boys exhibition ROCKRIDGE @ WEST VAN Dec. 6, 7 p.m. BASKETBALL Senior girls Div. 1 WEST VAN @ SEYCOVE Dec. 8, 7 p.m.

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CAPILANO University women’s soccer head coach Doug Abercrombie is stepping down after 16 incredibly successful years guiding the Blues.

He leaves with five national titles, eight provincial titles, two BCCAA coach of the year awards as well as a large share of the CCAA Soccer Supremacy Award Capilano won for dominating the sport at the national level from 1974 to 1999. When Abercrombie first arrived on campus in 1995, he inherited a team that only had three returning players. No problem — he brought in a bunch of new high school grads that he knew through the provincial all-star program. The team went on to win a national title that year at the championship tournament held in Medicine Hat. “The first one is always the nicest,” Abercrombie told the North Shore News last week as he reminisced about his career. “The thing that I remember most is that it was so cold. It was unbelievable, -25 with the wind-chill factor.” Winning it all felt so good, Abercrombie and the Blues did it again in his second year on the job. Joe Iacobellis, Capilano’s longtime manager of athletics and recreation, remembers what it was like when his new soccer coach came home with national title No. 2. “I thought I’d struck gold,” he said. “And I did.” National titles followed in 1998, 2000 and 2001, with Capilano winning the provincial championship in half of Abercromie’s seasons. “If you reflect back on his contribution, it’s unparalleled,” said Iacobellis. “He’s had tremendous success.” But that success, said Iacobellis, goes much further than the trophies housed in the Capilano Sportsplex. “It’s also the mentorship that he’s posed to his players,” said Iacobellis. “The girls looked up to him as a mentor and as a leader and as somewhat of a father figure. In that light he was able to influence the girls in a very positive way.” Abercrombie said he is very proud of his on-field records with the Blues but one thing trumps all of the titles. “The most exciting part is I met so many absolutely super kids

over the years, some characters and some players with immense talent,” he said. “You can’t keep track of them all, that’s the problem. After 16 seasons, 18 kids (per season) times 16, that’s an awful lot of really fabulous people that I’ve met.” One of those kids was Elyse Bouchard, a player who stayed on the team for ﬁve seasons and then continued on as the team’s manager for the past two years. “The reason that I played at Cap for so long, ﬁve years, was because of him,” she said. “A lot of the girls that I played with during that time stayed even if they didn’t have classes to take just because of Doug. He was just so inspirational and he made you See Five page 38

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North Vancouver’s Emily Kozniuk topped the list, earning All-American honours for the second year in a row. The Argyle grad and Boston College student was picked as a second team All-American this season after earning third-team honours last year. Kozniuk, Boston College’s captain, was also picked for the All-ACC team as well as the Northeast Regional first team after compiling 19 points, including six goals and three game-winners, for the Eagles this year. Kozniuk ended her collegiate career with 15 goals and 31 assist for 61 total points. Her 31 assists are second all-time in Boston College team history. Handsworth grad Jessica Barnett was named to the Longstreth/NFHCA Division I West All-Region Team for her strong play with the Iowa Hawkeyes. The sophomore led the team with seven goals, including two game-winners and 14 points. She was also named to the Big Ten All-Tournament team and was a second team All-Big Ten selection. North Vancouver’s Kaela Barker was named to the AllColonial Athletic Association team as well as the Longstreth/ NFHCA All-Northeast Region for her stellar play with the Northeastern University Huskies. Barker picked up five goals and seven assists in regular season play, good enough for third on the team, while also controlling the midfield and contributing on attack and defence. Joining Barker on the AllCAA team was North Vancouver’s Lizzie Priest, Northeastern’s starting goalkeeper. Priest recorded four shutouts, tied for the league lead, and posted a 1.90 goals against average and .732 save percentage. West Vancouver grad Shannon Elmitt was named to the all-tournament team as her California Golden Bears made it to the final of the NorPac Conference tournament before falling 2-0 to Stanford. Carson Graham grad Amanda Bird, a freshman at Princeton, was named to the All-Ivy League second team after a strong rookie season with the Tigers. — Andy Prest

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CHRISTMAS comes early for Lower Mainland hoops fans as the annual HSBC Classic basketball tournament runs Dec. 6-11 with nine divisions hitting the courts at several locations around Vancouver.

Argyle secondary will play host to a pair of senior high school girls games with the host Pipers taking on Steveston at 3 p.m. on Tuesday followed by Fleetwood against Kitsilano. West Van and Handsworth will also take part in the tournament with the Royals playing host team Van Tech and West Van playing host school York House, both at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Handsworth won last year’s tournament after ﬁnishing second the previous two years but this edition of the team will look a lot different as former Royal superstars Diane Lee and Kris Young are now patrolling the ﬂoor for Boise

State and UBC, respectively. In the high school boys division Handsworth is the only North Shore school that will play in the tournament. They’ll get their tournament started against Burnaby South Wednesday at 4:15 p.m. at Sir Charles Tupper secondary. Other North Shore teams competing in the Classic include two elementary boys teams and one elementary girls team from the 3D Basketball Academy as well as the North Shore Wolves in the First Nations division. The unique tournament, now in its 11th year, also includes a Night Hoops division, a Wheelchair division, a Youth with Developmental Challenges division and a cheerleading division. Tournament championship games are scheduled to run all day on Saturday, Dec. 11 at UBC’s War memorial Gym. For full schedules and results visit www.kelseyhansen.com. — Andy Prest

Five national titles in 16 years

From page 37

really want to play and want to win.” One of Abercrombie’s favourite sayings was “money in the bank.” “Every time he made us run at the end of practice when were dog tired, he would say ‘it’s money in the bank for nationals,’” said Bouchard, adding that Abercrombie was so much more than just a winning coach. “He’s always very involved with his players. It wasn’t just you got to practice

and that’s it. He was always there anytime you needed anything. . . . He deﬁnitely has impacted everyone’s lives who played for him.” Abercrombie said he was not very interested in the game as a youth growing up in Vancouver and then Burnaby and he only got into coaching to help out his daughters. “My daughters wanted to play soccer,” he said. “When I went to register them some guy said, ‘Well, if we don’t get somebody to coach, we’re going to have to refund your

daughters’ money.’ I said ‘OK, I’ll help.’ That was the start of it.” From there he moved through the youth system in Burnaby, eventually taking on provincial teams and then guiding Team B.C. to a championship win at the Canada Games the ﬁrst time women’s soccer was held at the event. Five years as an assistant at SFU preceded his long run at Capilano. “For a guy who probably See Abercrombie’s page 40

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NORTH Vancouver golf star Eugene Wong was recently named the 2010 Paciﬁc Northwest Golf Association Male Player of the Year.

Wong, a Handsworth grad, now plays for the University of Oregon as well as the Canadian National Golf Team. In 2010 he collected two NCAA tournament victories, five top-5 finishes and a ninth-place finish at the NCAA championships. Wong was also named the co-winner of the Pac-10 Golfer of the Year while being named a first team NCAA All-American. To top off his college season Wong was named the 2010 NCAA Div. 1 Jack Nicklaus Award winner as the top collegiate player in the U.S. Last month Wong finished fourth in individual play at the 2010 World Amateur Team Championships held in Argentina. He is currently eighth on the R&A World Amateur Golf Ranking list. The PNGA Player of the Year candidates are nominated by the state and provincial golf associations of Alaska, Alberta, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. Winners are selected by a vote of the PNGA Championship Committee and members of the Northwest Golf Media Association.

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wasn’t really interested in coaching in the ﬁrst place, I think I’ve done pretty well,” he said with a laugh. “I remember a parent one time saying to me, ‘I can understand why you coach.’ I kind of looked at him like, ‘Yeah right.’ I’m there an hour before everybody else in the pouring rain putting up nets and I’m there an hour after taking down nets. I have to put up with parents who don’t think their kids are getting enough playing time and everything else. This guy said to me, ‘No, I can understand because when my son goes out and does something really great I get a really nice, warm feeling down the middle of my chest. And you get that

opportunity all the time because all 18 of those kids are yours.’ Every time I get kind of frustrated I think about that.” Abercrombie said he hopes he was able to explode the old cliché that nice guys ﬁnish last. “I always thought I treated people nicely,” he said. “I always thought I was fair and I always managed to get the best effort out of the players that they could give me.” With new colleges and universities popping up across the province in the last several years the sport has become more competitive but also more aggressive when it comes to recruiting players. Abercrombie said he’s not cut out for traveling to rainsoaked ﬁelds trying to woo potential players anymore.

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“Sixteen seasons is a long time and the last couple of years haven’t really been as productive as I would have like to have seen it, so maybe it’s time somebody with fresh ideas, fresh blood came in,” he said. “(To recruit players) you have to basically go out and be a salesman. That was never my forte. . . . The coaching aspect of it is really enjoyable, working with the kids is lots of fun, but the rest of it, for me it was a bit of a drag. It’s kind of like selling insurance cold, if they don’t know you.” Abercrombie can think of a better way he’d like to spend his time these days. “I’d like to spend more time with my grandkids,” he said. Abercrombie will be honoured at a Capilano basketball game Jan. 14 when the Blues men and women take on Kwantlen starting at 6 p.m. Abercrombie’s farewell will take place at halftime of the men’s game, the second game of the night.

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Obituaries

DAWE - Dorothy Lilian passed away peacefully on Sunday November 28th, 2010 in West Vancouver, BC. She was born in London, England on November 20th, 1925 and immigrated to Africa with her husband, Geoff, and her 3 children in 1958. Following her husband’s death in 1978, she lived for many years in England and South Africa. Then in 1996, she immigrated to Canada to be with her daughter, Caryl and family. She will always be remembered for her great sense of humour, her genuine care for others, and her love of animals. She will be sorely missed by her children, Peter, Caryl, and Wendy; her grandchildren, Tanya, Craig, Andrew, Adam, Shelley, Mark, and Samantha; and her greatgrandson, Ben. The Funeral Service will be held at First Memorial Boal Chapel, 1505 Lillooet Rd, North Vancouver, BC, on Tuesday December 7th, 2010 at 10am. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the SPCA or WWF.

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Obituaries

GALLAZIN - June On December 2, 2010, our dearest mother lost her battle with cancer. Even at 87 years old, her strength and independent spirit carried her valiantly until the end. Mum was a woman of amazing abilities. She loved to cook and delighted in consulting countless recipe books in preparation of her delicious dishes. She was fascinated by politics and liked to keep up with current events by listening to her beloved CBC radio station. Mum doted on her fragrant roses and was a knowledgeable and enthusiastic collector of china and dinnerware. To the end, Mum loved movies and Sunday night PBS TV viewing. She lead by example and taught us so many things, including love and respect for animals, especially cats. She was a gentle soul who always thought of others first. Her memory is honoured and cherished by her two daughters Sarah and Louise, and her husband of 61 years Leonard. She also deeply loved her two grandchildren, Morgan and Francesca, and treated her son-in-law, John, as the son she never had. Our family is forever embraced by her calm, steady and loving presence. A private, family service will be held in her honour. Please send any messages of condolence to the family at sarahrunner@netscape.net .

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ATKINSON - Frank December 9, 1926 – November 13, 2010. Born and raised in Vancouver, died in Lions Gate Hospital, North Vancouver. He was predeceased by his parents, John & Edith, his elder brother Jack & younger brother, Roger. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Pauline, his two daughters, Carolyn (Paul) and Heather (Rob); his sister Sylvia Peter), sisters in-law Hedy and Joyce, his grandchildren, Kristine (Rob), Kurt (Kelsey), Matthew; stepgrandchildren; Tabitha, Nathan, Jamie and Derek; great grandchildren, Makayla, Tyler, Robbie, Kyle, and Jillian; two nieces and four nephews. Frank was an accomplished carpenter, journeyman Electrician with the bulk of his working career spent at BC Hydro retiring in 1989 after 23 years. A life-time member of the Grouse Mountain Tyee ski club, Frank (a.k.a. Franky racer) was a champion ski racer in the late 40’s and early 50’s, head coach for the NGSL and master’s racer in the 70’s. A Celebration of Life will be held at First Memorial Boal Chapel at 1505 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver at 2:00pm on Thursday December 9th. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Parkinson’s Society British Columbia or a charity of your choice.

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Dr. Peter A. Cain P. Eng. of West Vancouver passed away peacefully November 21, 2010 at Lynn Valley Care Centre in North Vancouver at age 91. Predeceased by his wife Janet of 61 years in 2004. Sadly missed by his son Peter Cain, daughters Janice Bosley and Mary Cain. He is survived by his sister Sylvia O’Brian and brother Barney Cain. He was born in Temiscaming, Quebec on December 24, 1918 and grew up in Timmins, Creighton and Sudbury. He attended St. Aloysius School, Sudbury High School and Queen’s University Sc’43 graduating in Mining Engineering. At Queen’s he was Intercollegiate Boxing Champion 1939 - 40 and President of the Engineering Society 1943. Upon graduation he served afloat with the RCNVR. He served as a member, Vice Chairman and then Chairman of the Board of Governors of the University of Manitoba receiving an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Laws in 1975. His career in mining took him to Nababeep in South Africa and to Tsumeb in South West Africa until 1955. He moved to Lynn Lake, Manitoba to work with Sherritt Gordon Mines until 1975. He moved to Toronto until 1978 when he moved back to Africa with CIDA to work for Botswana Government as Mining Commissioner in Gaberone until 1987 when he retired to West Vancouver. Special thanks to the Nurses, Care Aides and Staff of Lynn Valley Care Centre who cared for Peter. Your compassion and caring will never be forgotten. In lieu of flowers, donations to your favorite charity would be appreciated. No Service by request.

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KYLE - Stuart Aug 5th 1936 - Nov 25th 2010 Stuart passed away peacefully in Evergreen House. Much loved husband, dad, and grandpa; he will be greatly missed by wife Jean, sons Richard (Julie), Allister (Tammy) and granddaughters Natalie and Erika. Stuart and his family moved to North Vancouver in 1981 from Cumbria, England where he worked as an industrial education teacher. When in Canada he worked as a finishing carpenter and substitute teacher until finding his ideal employment at the Mary Pack Arthritis Society as a work shop technician. During his retirement years he enjoyed travelling, gardening, wood working projects and spending time with his family. The family would like to thank the staff of Lions Gate Hospital and Evergreen House for their care during the past five months. Celebration of Stuart’s life is to be held at St. Agnes Church located at 530 East 12th Street, North Vancouver, on Thursday December 9th at 2:00pm. Donations in the memory of Stuart Kyle can be made to the Lions Gate Hospital Evergreen Foundations Pet Program or the BC Children’s Hospital Neurology Clinic for the Paediatric Stroke Program.

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MCKILLOP - – Dorothy Lillian Aug 3, 1921 to Dec 2, 2010 Our gentle Dot slipped away peacefully in the early hours of December 2nd, 2010, at the age of 89. She was predeceased by her “ever lovin’” husband, Bill, in 1979, and by sisters Mable Brunner and Flo Mills of Regina, Saskatchewan. Dottie was born to Charlie and Kate James in Regina, Saskatchewan. Growing up during the challenging years of prairie drought and depression shaped a character which made the most of simple things, and taught the value of home and family. She married her one love, Bill McKillop, when he returned from service overseas in 1945. Dot remains in our hearts as a cherished mom and friend, to son Ken, daughter Tannice, and daughter-in-law Cathy. She was the much beloved Nana, and childhood companion, to Robin (Danielle), her only grandchild. Dot will also be remembered with deep affection by many friends and family members, including her dear sister Vera and family, in Australia, and cousins, nieces and nephews in Saskatchewan, Alberta and Manitoba. Dottie’s kind and gentle spirit, her love of “all the little things” in the natural world, her devotion to her family, and her sweet and quirky humour will live on in our memories of her. We invite you to celebrate Dot’s life with us on Friday, December 10th, at 2:00 pm, at First Memorial, Boal Chapel, 1505 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, B.C. We are grateful for the tender and affectionate care given to Dot by the care teams at Kiwanis Care Centre of North Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, payable to: Kiwanis Care Centre, 2444 Burr Pl, North Vancouver V7H 3A5

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Obituaries

MOXLEY, MYRON ALLAN 1950 - 2010

A beautiful soul left us early Friday morning November 26, 2010, with his loving family at his side at St. Paul’s

hospital. Myron had courageously been fighting colon cancer for the past 4 1/2 years. Myron is predeceased by his father Myron Moxley Senior, his step-father Joe (Toru) Nakano, and his mother, Irene Nakano. He is survived by his loving sisters, Colleen Sostad and Marlene Buck, and his life partner, John Bennett. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on February 25, 1950, Myron spent 8 years there before moving to Vancouver with his family in 1958, and shortly thereafter settled in North Vancouver. He attended Ridgeway Elementary School, followed by Sutherland Secondary School (then middle school) and finally North Vancouver High School where he graduated Grade 12. After completing high school, Myron entered the University of British Columbia. During these years Myron worked, while attending university, at the local I.G.A. which was then located on Marine Drive in North Vancouver. His days were full - studying at U.B.C. during the weekdays and working nights and weekends at the grocery store. The job allowed Myron to be focused on his career and education as he came to realize he did not want to work in the retail business for the rest of his life. After receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree, Myron entered the Faculty of Education and received his teaching certification the following year. Myron began his teaching career working as a substitute teacher for the Vancouver School Board. He started teaching at Templeton Secondary School. He continued his teaching career for the next 32 years, retiring in June 2008 at Kitsilano Secondary School. Kitsilano School would always remain close to Myron’s heart as a school that defined his teaching style and one whose student body would always remain loyal and was such a treasure to teach English Literature. He became a mentor to many. Myron loved traveling and had many trips to Europe, the US and Asia. For the past four years he spent as much time as he could in Indian Wells, which he loved dearly. The family would like to thank Dr. Paul Klimo, the Chemo nurses, Dr. Edmunds and the palliative care nurses at Lions Gate Hospital. Also, we would like to thank Dr. Kimel for his compassion and the palliative care nurses at St. Paul’s Hospital. We would also like to thank his very special friends Giovanna Bombino & Lynda Cook from Kitsilano who have always been there for him during this difficult journey. 'any man’s death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind, and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee' John Donne (1572-1621) 'That best portion of a good man’s life, his little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love' William Wordsworth (1770-1850) Myron’s wishes were that there would be no service. In his memory donations may be made to the B.C. Cancer Foundation for Research, Hollyburn Funeral Home in charge of arrangements 604-922-1221. We loved him dearly and will miss him always.

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WEST VAN Capilano Constituency Association (BC Conservative) announces it’s Inaugural meeting to be held Thurs, December 9 at West Van Memorial Library at 7pm. (Welsh Hall, Eastroom). Public is welcome. Refreshments available.

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MAINTENANCE PERSON Swimming Pool Co needs a maintenance person to join our busy team. We are looking for a reliable, energetic individual with a positive attitude, good attention to detail. Able to perform repetitive and physically demanding outdoor work. Bondable. Must have car - in good working order. Will train. Please reply to: poolwaters@gmail.com Thank you for your interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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In North Van requires a lot person to clean autos & shop. Must have a valid drivers license and ability to drive a std. shift. 10am to 6:30pm shift, Mon-Fri. Opportunity to advance. Call Mike Mooney @ 604-985-7455 or e-mail

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BEAN AROUND the World is looking for year round employees! Must be available to work mornings, weekdays and have a flexible schedule. Please apply with resume at: 1520 Marine Dr. West Van, No calls please.

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

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Trades/Technical

WANTED JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS. Big Lakes Dodge, High Prairie, Alberta. Top Wages, excellent benefit package and working hours. Call Tim 780-523-5007 or Email: tim@biglakesdodge.com

HANDMADE BABY blankets and clothes. Ready for Christmas gifts. Call for details. 604-987-1005 MINK COAT, small to medium. Worn twice. Classic, Gorgeous, Fawn coloured, appraised for insurance at $13,000. Asking $8,000 obo 604-913-8865 ORIGINAL AUSTRIAN dress with blouse, apron, size 20, $150; down comforter exc long $120; exc cond. 604-982-1584 SNOW TIRES, (4) MICHELIN $220, 1 michelin all season $60, size 205\60R16. 604-926-1504

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FOAM MATTRESS 2 1/2 ft x 6 ft, brand new, unused $150. 604-929-5820 HIGH END new, modern leather sofa, loveseat & chair Value $3500 sell $999. 604-418-6308

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Dogs

MALTESE PUPPIES, family raised, first shots, $700/each. Call 604-945-7807

PERSIAN KITTENS white, silver, black & tri colours. Playful & ready $350 each. 604.615.4356

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DOBERMAN PUPS. Males. Tails/ears/dew claws done. Black/ tan. $1,500/each. 604-607-7433

BERNESE MOUNTAIN Dog Pups, vet ✔ 1st shots, dewormed. $950. Chwk. 1-604-794-3561

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OLDER TRAILS WEST horse trailer for sale. Asking $3000.00 Call and leave a message at 604-823-4804

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PIT BULL puppies male & female 1st shots, dewormed. View parents. Phone 604-701-1587

BLK LAB pups 2 M & 2 F, family raised ready Dec 11., vet checked $600. 604-991-4158 Chilliwack

PUREBRED BLUE HEELERS Australian Cattle Puppies. Have had 1st shots and de-wormed. Chilliwack. Call 604-512-7560.

AMERICAN COCKER SPANIEL PUPS. Purebred, white, vetchecked, all shots, tails docked. $400. 604-858-5528 BICHON/SHIH ZU pups, view parents, 1 shot vet ck. rdy, Dec 15 dep req. $450.00 604 936 6604 BOXERS, CKC reg. show champion lines, 3 flashy brindle males, 1 reverse, chipped, wormed & shots, ready now, 604-987-0020

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1655

Fairs/Bazaars

BOXER - CKC registered. Flashy fawn male boxers. Champion dam. Top lines. Mom is pictured at boxerdog.ca/jewel. $975/each. Call 604-596-2090 or 604-614-0952 or 604-792-9003

YORKIE X PUPPIES Small size. Vaccinated. $575 to $675. 604-588-5195

Found~ in the Classiﬁeds!

LIVE AT HOME - Home Support Services. 15 yrs exp. Refs avail. 604-990-8878, 778-861-2898

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

CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS. CKC Reg’d, M/F, hips & eyes clear, shots, dew claw removed, $1200. Ready Dec 18. Jim 604-454-8643

1655

Fairs/Bazaars

Pottery Sale at Capilano University December 11 - 10am to 5pm December 12 - 11am to 3pm

U Cut & Fresh Cut 9AM - 8PM DAILY

Homecare Available

My husband and I are new to the North Shore and would like to participate in activities and fitness classes with other seniors. Can you tell me where to start? There are a number of Seniors’ Centres on the North Shore that offer a wide variety of activities that may interest you: John Braithwaite Community Centre: 604-982-8300; Lynn Valley Seniors’ Association, Mollie Nye House: 604-987-5820; North Shore Neighbourhood House: 604-987-8138; Silver Harbour Seniors’ Centre: 604-980-2474; Parkgate Community Centre, Seniors’ Programs: 604-983-6350; West Van Seniors’ Activity Centre: 604-925-7280. Also, North Shore Keep Well, 604-988-7115, offers ﬁtness classes throughout the North Shore. Contact them for a list of locations.

Sportsplex - Rm 111

FAMILY CHRISTMAS TREE FARM.COM

4035

Dogs

2 AKC registered Yorkie terriers jmdouglas001@gmail.com

HEALTH Q.

PITBULL PUPS, Blue Nose Rasors Edge/Gotti Lines. Wide Low & Very Bullie. $1000, call/text for info 604-819-6006

604-724-7652

1635

3508

Cats

KITTENS,10 WEEKS old to an approved home, 3 to choose from,604-823-0009 after 4:30 pm

3508

Dogs

Prepaid parking Lot#7 Short Term Parking

Family fun in a festive atmosphere. Carols, Warm Fire. Complimentary Candy Canes.

24488 52 Ave. Langley West off 248 St.

604-856-4889

X-MAS LIGHT INSTALLATION Friendly, prompt, let us light up your home!... 778-233-0559

Promote your Craft Fairs, Christmas Events and Services ...and because we like Christmas as much as you do we are offering

6 ads for the price of 3

in Christmas Corner till December 25.

Call 604-630-3300 and book today.

A44 – North Shore News – Sunday, December 5, 2010

REAL ESTATE 6020

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Real Estate

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6040

Okanagen/ Interior

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6052

Real Estate Investment

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

North Vancouver

YOU MUST SEE this Apt. in a prime position in Lower Lonsdale. 2 Br, 2 Baths In Suite wd, Gas fp, 6 Appls. Price $425,000 for 974sf. Phone: 604-988-6192

6030

Lots & Acreage

BUILDING LOT, New West. 33’ x 130’. $75,000 in services paid! No demolition or disposal costs. No HST! 4,240 total sq. ft. Great area - near Wal-Mart. Easy access to 4 Skytrain stations. Priced to sell quickly! $322,888. 604-726-0677

6020

Houses - Sale

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★Less Than perfect credit OK★ Low down payment, I have a nice home for you! Rent To OWN! Call Kim 604-628-6598 TIMESHARE CANCEL. Were you misled when you purchased a Timeshare? Get out NOW with contract cancellation! STOP paying Mortgage and Maintenance! 100% Money back Guaranteed. 1-888-816-7128, X-6868 or 702-527-6868.

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Financial Services

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5040

Business Opps/ Franchises

#1 JANITORIAL FRANCHISE Customers, (Office Cleaning), Training and support. Financing. www.coverall.com 604-434-7744 info@coverallbc.com

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6020

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

BOOKKEEPING

5035

(604) 812-3718 OR (604) 786-4663

6020-26

5005

Houses - Sale

West Vancouver

RENTALS

7005

PETITE EXOTIC beauty Shontel avail for relaxation sessions for the distinguished gentleman. Please call 604-980-9938

7010

Personals

ATTRACTIVE mature European lady on North Shore for delightful bodysage. ANITA, 604-808-5589 LUXURY RELAXATION SPA 778-340-2778 1053 Marine Dr, North Van

meridienspa.com

604-985-4969

GENTLEMEN! Attractive discreet European lady is available for company. 604 451-0175

To advertise in the North Shore News Classiﬁed

1, 2 & 3 br lrg bright, Central Lonsdale $850 &up. Move in BONUS 604-725-4873 *720-2913

1 br $925, immed, Bach Dec. 15 $825. both reno, hardwood, balc. bright, quiet, storage, ug prkg & heat, np, 312 E 1. 604-729-2420 Bach $825, now, reno, hardwood view, 280 E 2nd.. 778-855-2420 1 BR avail Jan 1, 274 W2nd. reno’d, $950. incls heat, hw, u/g prkg, locker, ns/np, Call 604-779-3541 1 BR, close to all amens, large apt., Jan 1, suits 1 quiet adult, n/s, $740 incls heat & h/w. no pets, North Van. 604-294-4502

REAL ESTATE

1 BR, Esplanade West, luxury, city view, a/c, 7 appl, incl insuite w/d, stainless, gas stove, f/p, gated prkg & storage, n/s, n/p, refs. $1400. 604-980-4296

604-630-3300

1 BR, large. 16 & St. Georges, near hospital, incld heat & hw, no pets, ns $840. now 778-889-4719

section, call

1 BR, large $870, Gated prkg, quiet, drapes, heat incl. no pets. 1 yr lease, walk to seabus 170 W 4th. 604-987-0558 1 BR, large, $875, hardwood, hot water heat, Adult oriented, ns, np, Dec 15 or Jan.1. 604-202-3458 1 Br, Large, from $850, avail immed or Jan. 1. heat incl. quiet. drapes. gated or free prkg, no pets, 1 yr lease. 310 East 2nd, 604-904-0956 1 BR view, nr Seabus, Jan 1 or sooner, $950 incls h/w, heat, prkg. Gym. Refs 604-984-9394

CLASSI FI ED

Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: Mellow times, understanding, a bigger world view, love – these float toward you all week, especially Sunday/Monday. So do cultural involvements, social rituals, higher education, far travel, legal affairs, media, insurance and intellectual endeavours. Friday begins three weeks of backward motion in these areas, and in career, so finish things up now – don’t begin anything new before Dec. 30. Paradoxically, just as your daily life slows down, your hopes and plans for the future begin to clear and form. Tackle ambitions, duties Tuesday/Wednesday. Happiness, delight, friends Thursday/Friday! Taurus April 20-May 20: You’re wading into life’s mysteries, into financial, sexual and health depths. This could be a rather rocky or surprising ride, Taurus, so go slow, don’t expect much, and be wary of commitment. Events and plans begin to meet delays, indecision and backward directions Friday through Dec. 29. Use this week to finish up “hanging” tasks, to gather loose threads – start nothing new before Dec. 30. A former opportunity might return: judge it on its merits: if good, go ahead. Now to early January, others treat you very affectionately. Show ambition (without commitment) Thursday/Friday. Gemini May 21-June 20: Work goes well all December; co-workers show affection. You’re approaching an investment,big life change,or intimate commitment, but it’s delayed because you need to “revise” a relationship. (The other party might force revision.) Good – otherwise you’d build on a false, flimsy or misaligned base. Applies to both money and love. All these – big changes, sexual bonding, investments, etc. – will flow in more naturally and healthily in January. Use this week to finish up tasks, projects – a period of delay, mistakes and indecision occurs Friday to Dec. 29. Start nothing new.

North Van Apt. Rentals

1 BR $1095. avail now, 2 BR $1595 avail Dec 1; all ocean view, renovated, dw, ns, cat ok, lower Lonsdale, 604-988-1939

Escort Services

604-630-3300

6505-11

1 BR, $1080. Lower Lonsdale city/wtr/mtn view, n/p, prkg, available now, (604)202-6985

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PET FRIENDLY 2BR/2BA+DEN SW facing large balcony, stnls appl, socker tub, parking & storage, AVAIL NOW! $2200P/M 778-968-4464

1 BE Lower Lonsdale Hi-rise, utils incl, new reno, $900, Dec 1/15. N/S, small pet ok 604-924-1581

SPA LTD.

7015

Apartments & Condos

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

Meridien

Approx 2000 sq ft detached house with private setting near Lions Gate Bridge. North Van or West Van. Prefer great move-in condition, 2 car carport or garage. Price: under $1million. Preapproved for fast sale. No agents. Direct owners only.

604-926-0014

6505

Body Work

Cancer June 21-July 22: Start NO new projects, tasks, nor relationships before Dec. 30. Guard against mistakes, be prepared for delays. Use this week to finish ongoing ventures, then keep an eye, the rest of December, on people or opportunities returning from the past. Relationships intensify into January – and romance plays a song! A hectic work phase ends Tuesday – life grows easier. A powerful, lucky career, business phase will begin in late January: rest now, so you’ll be energetic then. Though little things stall, big things march ahead. Mysteries intrigue Thursday/ Friday. Love wins, Saturday. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Start nothing new before Dec. 30. Stick with ongoing projects and relationships, or those returning from the past. (An old flame might be coming, but won’t appear until late December.) All month, your home life glows with affection and peace. It’s a great time to finish decoration projects begun in the past. Be alert on the job and around equipment: mistakes, confusion are quite possible. DON’T buy tools, machines, TVs, etc. Romance, pleasure, beauty and a general creative, speculative and winning streak fill the weeks ahead. Exciting meetings Thursday-Saturday! Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: A period of delay, indecision, mistakes and missed meetings begins Friday, and lasts through Dec. 29. During this phase, don’t start significant new projects of any kind. An old flame might return – but only briefly, as the weeks ahead tend toward endings rather than beginnings. It’s more likely that you’ll chase an ongoing love. In either case, romance brings talk, intimacy and intensity! Communications and travel will be gratifying and affectionate. This week, finish tasks. Sunday/Monday set the tone for the month: home, security, family, property. Tackle chores Thursday/Friday.

1 BR, W. 20th & Lonsdale, heat, hw & prkg, no pet, avail. refs reqd 604-738-7430..604-960-0452

6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

121 WEST 20th. Newly reno 2 BR, 3rd flr. hardwood, heat & hw incl’d, 1 yr lease np, $1450, avail now, 604-681-2521

158 W. 13th St. 908-7368. 2 BR, 2 bth, prkg, small pet ok, lease, heat, h/w incls. $1800. 2 BDRM, $1150, 1 BDRM, $825, h/wood, Cent. Lons. nice quiet bldg, n/p, NOW, 604-988-3227 2 BDRM + 2 bath, 1030 sf upper lvl, lovely pool/ garden setting. Westview Cypress Garden.steps to H/way, shopping mall, rec center, bus. hardwoood, $1550 incl heat. in suite ldry. 1prkg. Available Dec. 604-618-4504 2 BDRM Upper Lonsdale. Incl. Heat, h/w. N/S. N/P. 1yr lease. $1150/mth. Avail Dec 15. (604) 980-3889 2 BR, 13 & Lonsdale, hardwood, ns, no pets $1050 incl heat, avail Jan. 1, 604-984-9367 2 BR, 2 ba, sm pet ok, bright, wd, 5 appl, 2 prkg, gas fp, stor, balc, $1500, avail Now, 604-317-0465

2 BR, 2 bath, lower Lonsdale, new reno, gas fp, hardwood, tile & granite, gourmet kitchen, 2 balc. now, ns, $1975. 604-339-6464 2 BR 2 bath Vista 29 Upper Lonsdale. New bldg top flr corner ste, 7 appl, 2 decks, gas f/p, 12ft ceiling living rm, 1 person must be must be 55. $1800. 604-760-7229

6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

2 BR Dec. 1. $1275 1 BR. Jan. 1, $875. central Lonsdale, suit quiet person(s), np, ns, 604-320-9238 2 Br large, immed or Jan. 1, south view. $1025, new carpets gated prkg. quiet, drapes no pets, heat incl. nr seabus, 1 yr lease, 163 W 5th. 604-980-7501 2 BR large, Panoramic View $1100, Gated prkg, quiet, drapes, heat incl. no pets, 1 year lease. 321 East 2nd. 604-987-5802 2 BR Lynn Valley, view, spacious, f/p, avail now, 1 yr lease, ns np $1350 incl utils 604-985-8362 2 BR top flr concrete hi rise, lower Lonsdale, great decor, mtn views, heated tile flrs, np, ns, $1450 unfurn or $1600 furn. now 604-317-8811 or 980-3905 3 BR, 120 West 19 now. approx 1200sf, hardwood, heat/hw incl, 1 yr lease, np $1800. 604-681-2521 326 WEST 1st St. 1 bdrm $865 & up. Nr seabus, secure prkg, no pets. Avail immed. 604-983-6916 BACH $750 Jan. 1, top flr. west facing, view, inc heat hw, large balc, storage, prkg, ns, np, 118 W 18th To view, 604-788-4349 Beautiful Large Suites 1 BR $925, Jan 1. 2 BR $1320, now or Jan 1. $300 Move-in Allowance 2 BR only. Heat, h/w, prkg. Lease 604-986-3866 DELBROOK GARDENS 2 BR $1540 Wdays 604-990-2971 Weekends 604-985-2876 1 BR, lrg, bright, blcny h/wd, west exp 15th & Lonsdale, $915 incl heat

h/wtr ns np Jan 1 604-323-4467

HI RISE, Central Lonsdale, 1 BR. newly renod, Jan. 1, Incl heat & hw. no pet, $1100. 604-985-3650 2 br a corner suite, top flr of very quiet 3 story walk up, E. 15th St. high vaulted ceilings, large private balcony, sunny, south facing, new windows, dw, new carpet, venetian blinds, free laundry fac. no smoking & no pets, $1200 604-830-0857 Leave msg. 2 BR bright, hi-spd/cable, hardwood, ns, np, nr seabus, quiet bldg. $1600, 604-708-8998 X308

Beautiful Views

1 bdrm- $1,025-$1250 Spacious, pool, storage, heat & hw, dw, quiet,

concrete, by shops, Cat Ok

North Vancouver

604-985-2926

BLUERIDGE APTS (Family complex )

2 BR bright spacious, 2nd flr, central Lonsdale, balcony. quiet well kept bldg. ns, np, Jan. 1 $1176incl heat/hw, 604-904-7545

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Start nothing new before Dec. 30. Mistakes, confusion and delays affect new projects until then. Focus on past and ongoing links, ventures. Your money picture is favourable all December – but don’t buy anything significant, including clothes.You might be called back to a security or family issue. Christmas will likely involve travel to old haunts – and nostalgia. Make arrangements, buy tickets now, as unavailability begins soon. If you meet an “ex” this month, it will likely only confirm “the end.” You’ll be busy but happy. Romance, a winning streak come Thursday/Friday! Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Finish rather than initiate relationships, projects, tasks and obligations this week – and the next three. A period of delays, mistakes and indecision starts Friday, lasting to Dec. 30. You’re favoured in money now, especially Sunday/Monday, but avoid big new purchases all month. You’re vibrant, your charms glow, you’ll have a month of “good hair days.” You’ll be very busy with communications, details, paperwork and travel – but keep an eye on more private or hidden factors, feelings that are just below the surface: these might conflict with the messages you send. Romance Saturday? Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Your energy, charisma and optimism are boundless now! But don’t start anything new and important before Dec. 30. Especially avoid important purchases. Do all your Christmas shopping as early as possible: this Monday to Wednesday is best. Despite your high charisma and personal “clout” this month, your private world, your inner self, glow with a peaceful happiness. The government benefits you. Your monetary hopes centre on someone older or younger, through 2012 – an important project is brewing; be patient. Arrive “in person” Monday. Home sweet home Saturday.

2 & 3 BR Dec. 1, new reno’s, new cabinets, laminate & tiles, newer appls, prkg, storage, incl heat & hw, playground (Mt Seymour Prkwy). 604-924-3628 www.blueridgeapartments.com

Dec. 5 - Dec. 11 Capricorn Dec.22-Jan.19:Rest,lielow,contemplate your plans – and the meaning of life, love, spirit. Your energy and judgment falter, but your determination and sexual charisma are high all month. Don’t let this combination lead you into error. Start nothing important before Dec. 30 – mistakes, indecision, second thoughts and delays are rife. Instead, protect and nurture ongoing projects and relationships, and reprise those from the past. Your social side returns – someone affectionate “watches out” for you. Accept private invitations. Your money luck rises brieﬂy Thursday/Friday. Call, travel Saturday. Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: On the one hand, wishes come true now, social delights arrive, ﬂirtations and light love hover around you, your popularity rises, and entertainment’s everywhere. On the other hand, this is a poor time, through Dec. 29, to start any new projects or relationships. So protect your work life from delays, mistakes and misunderstood communications all month, double-check and have a “Plan B.” But once you do this, charge into leisure! Avoid gossip, loose lips and dangerous places. All these apply all month. Sunday/Monday are happy. Rest midweek. You shine Thursday/Friday! Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Finish rather than start projects this week. A period of confusion, indecision, mistakes and delays begins Friday, lasting through Dec. 29. It will particularly affect your social, career and “future plans” areas. In these, a former person or opportunity might return – if so, luck favours taking it/him/her up again. Love relationships that are kept light can be hot, sensual, but lack the sweetness required for durability. Letting a relationship become profound will supply that sweet affection. Be ambitious Sunday/Monday. Rest Thursday/Friday. You burst with energy Saturday! timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

Sunday, December 5, 2010 – North Shore News – A45

RENTALS 6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-12

West Van Apt. Rentals

Call 604-986-3356

LE CHATEAU, 1110 E 27th, Lynn Valley 1, 2 & 3 Br large starting @ $980. np, ns, 604-980-9219 LIONS APTS, 2 BR w/d, d/w, patio, $1600. Jan 1, lease $300 Move-in Allowance 604-986-3866 MARK LOMA APTS 144 E. 19th St. - 1 bdrm $935 Weekdays 604-990-2971 MOUNTAIN VILLAGE APTS. 2 BR, Jan. 1. 604-988-3828 www.mountainvillage.ca MOUNTAIN VILLAGE APTS. 4 BR 2 bath Dec 15. Move in Allowance. 604-988-3828 www.mountainvillage.ca

138 EAST ESPLANADE

As new 1 BR. Will be available long term. Air conditioned. Lease and excellent references a must. $1350, Al Dodimead, ACD Realty 604 521-0311 view this & other properties @ www.acdrealty.com Parkridge Place 1 Br mtn view, $930 Bach, $770, incl heat/hw, ns, np. yr lease. 120 E Keith Rd. 604-984-7513 PARKRIDGE TERRACE 110 E. Keith Rd. Great location, park like setting, sauna, indoor pool. 1 BR. $1075 2 Br. $1450 up views, storage. NO PETS. 604-988-7379 www.glassmanpm.com TUCKTON PLACE 1520 Chesterfield Rd. NV 2 bdrm $1375 No pets. Call 604-

990-2971 or Wkends 778-340-7406

6505-12

West Van Apt. Rentals

195 21st Street BELLEVUE TOWER 1 BR & 2 BR Avail Jan 1

Prestigious building next to seawall. Completely renovated, granite c/tops, new appls, d/w, new kitchen & bath rm cabinets, indoor pool. Stunning ocean, city & mnt view. Steps to community ctr, shops, transit & restaurants. Sorry, no pets. 1 yr lse.

Call 604-922-8815 to view.

Park Royal Towers

Furnished Accommodation

1 OR 2 BR - Avail Now Daily/Weekly/Monthly grandmanor.net 604-988-6082 1BR GORGEOUS suite, Sep entry, f/p, Ambleside, 6appl, suits 1, long term, ns/np, $1200 avail Jan 1. www.sweetgardensuite.blogspot.com\ 604-922-1545

1 & 2 Bdrm Suites 1BR (700-770 sq.ft.) 2 BR (1070 sq. ft.)

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

604-922-3246 935 Marine Drive

2 BR +den, brand new, ocean view Penthouse in Dundarave avail immed. i/door & o/door fp, 1400 sf, ns, $5900 per month Call Patrick O’Donnell at Prudential Sussex 604-839-3863 Luxury Over The Seawall! Bach now, pool rec. rm, pet ok 2190 Bellevue Av. 604-926-6287

The Pink Palace on the Seawall 2 & 3 br, 2 bath spacious Indoor/outdoor pools. Fitness centre & billiard room, small pets allowed, no smoking 2222 Bellevue Ave. To view: 604-926-0627 WESTWIND APTS, 2025 Bellevue, 1 Br, ocean view, cat OK, senior discount. 604-913-0734

Duplexes - Rent

1 BR bsmt Jan 1/Dec 15, 300 blk E 4, front & rear entry, ns, np, $695 incl N Van 604-261-8983 LOWER LONSDALE, city view, fp, covered prkg, share wd, hydro incl, 2 BR upper $1450, no dogs, Dec 1 or 15, 604-764-2612, 604-649-3123

A SHORT STAY Renos, family, execs, long term. 604-987-2691 www.vancouvershortstay.com HOMAWAY INNS Specializing in furn accom at reas rates. call 604-723-7820 or visit www.homawayinns.com

6540

Houses - Rent

1490 Mathers Av view 5br, 2 bath new laminate flr., 3000sf, huge living rm, lease ns np $2800, now, Eric 604-723-7368 Prop Mngt

PANORAMIC 3 BR, 2 bath, Upper Lonsdale, 2 lvl, spotless n/s $2850 Immed 604-351-4121 3 BR, 1 bath, 960 Essex Rd. N Van, nr Handsworth School, 1500 sf, rancher, cul-de-sac, Mid Jan $2600. 604-683-7321 before 4pm

3 BR character, N. Van, 3 ba, 2 kitchens, 2 f/p, updated $2500. 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net 3 BR, Deep Cove 2 bath, 2,000 sf, 2 lvl, big yrd, carport, Jan. 1st , ns, pet neg. $2200. 604-809-5701 3 BR +den, 1 Ba, Norgate rancher large lot, dbl carport, $1900. 1526 Sowden St. now, 604-725-6462 3 BR + den, beautiful home, quiet area, near Cap. River & Lions Gate bridge, garage, clean, hottub, delux master br, storage shed, large priv. yard, pets ok, Dec 1, $3100 Paul 604-986-1586

3BR,$2900,MAHON AVE, bright, 5 yrs old, 1600 sq ft, f/p, n/s, avail Jan15, 604 565 6438 5 BR, 2 bath, all reno, new appls & LCD tvs, lease, beautiful fenced garden, central Lonsdale, ns, np, refs, $2975, now, 604-710-3773 5 BR, 3 bath, Lynn Valley, big yard, carport, $2600, ns, np, refs. avail Jan. 1, 604-988-1367 8 BR, 5 ensuite, new exec. upper Lonsdale, 4600sf, 2 fp, double garage, $4000, 604-716-2256

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

Houses - Rent

BRIT. PROP. 4200sf. 4/5 br, 3 bath, view, large landscaped prop Jan. 1, $5500, 604-418-9463

CAULFEILD 4 BR, 2 ba Rancher, hardwood, f/p, w/d, pet ok $2300. 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net DEEP COVE 604-929-5191 - n/s - 2 BR seaside cottage $2275 - 3 BR large lot, quiet area $2050

LUXURY 6 BR, 6 ba, West Van, dbl garage, media room $5500. 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net SHORT TERM 4 br Edgemont Village, 2,000 sf, semi furn, $2500/mth Immed 604-980-8462

Completely Renovated

6515 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

6522

BAYVIEW APTS

1550 Duchess Ave, W. Van. Studio & 1 Br Move-in Bonus, Fitness rm, out door pool, nr shops, transit & Seawall, 1 yr lease, N/pets. Heat, hw incl’d. Member of Crime Free Multi-Housing Program. 604-922-4322

6540

2 BR large, Central Lonsdale, prkg, ns, $1150 + utils. avail Dec 15 or 1st Jan 604-988-9323

3 BR W.Van Dundarave, view, 2 full ba, np, nr ammens, $2750 Jan. 1 604-253-7022 or 671-0578

WATERFRONT LUXURY 1775 Bellevue Avenue HOLLYBURN PLAZA 2 BR - Avail Jan 1 Starting at $1750. Fully Reno’d, granite countertops, Breathtaking Mnt & ocean view, new appls, d/w, new kitchen & bath rm cabinets, 2 balc, 1.5 baths, HW floors, Walk to shops & restaurants. Steps to Seawall, transit & beaches. Sorry, no pets. 1 yr lse. Call 604-922-4724 to view.

Duplexes - Rent

3 BR +den, central Lonsdale, 1/2 duplex. 2.5 bath, very priv. wd, fp, furn/unfurn. ns, np, avail Jan. 1 $1800+utils, 604-984-6902

GREAT LOCATION! 145 West Keith Road.

Bach $885, 1 BR $1115, 2 BR $1400 Avail Now. Ocean view. indoor pool. Concrete bldg. Ht & H/W incls.

6515

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

STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● COQUITLAM - 218 Allard St. 2 bdrm HANDY MAN SPECIAL!!! HOUSE, bsmt/2 sheds..$1,388/M NEW WEST- 1722-6th Av 2 bdrm HOUSE w/1 suite 2 f/p,Long term finance, new roof, RT-1..$1,988/M SURREY- 6297 134 St. Solid 5 bdrm HOUSE w/2 bdrm suite on 1/4 acre lot with views... $1,688/M

6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-47

Storage

AVAIL NOW! Lower Lonsdale storage space, 600sf, electricity $450, 604-983-9493 LARGE STORAGE Fell Ave 15 x 20 x 15 high. Dry & secure, Negotiable. 604-987-2691

6602

6565

Office/Retail Rent

Overstocked? Short/long term! Available now for Christmas... Hi ceiling, shwrm, laminate, 2 private offices a/c pkg $2295

604-657-4508 Royal LePage WEST VAN - RETAIL Marine Dr - sunny side Ambleside stores. 604-836-2494

6570

Out Of Town

1 BR, Brit prop, bright self contained grd lvl ste. $850 furn, $750

unfurn d604-904-5666 * n 922-4488

6595

2 br, 2 bath, executive ste, view, $1550 ALSO 1 BR $850 Deep Cove VIEW deck new reno character grd lvl, ns np 604-929-2435 2 BR bsmt, bright, wd, dw, ns, Ambleside, Park Royal, Bus, Cat OK, $1295incl utils 778-848-2747 2 BR garden lvl, Lynn Valley, 1100 sf, updated, gas fp, ns np $1200 avail now 604-985-5122 2 BR grnd lvl, bright, recent reno, share w/d, ns, np Grnd Blvd ref’s, $1275 incl Now 604-340-5116 2 BR quiet central Lynn Valley area, ns np, $1200 incl utils, avail now 604-987-7880 2 to choose from: 2 br. garden level, immed, upper Lonsdale, carport $1150+40%utils 2 br. central Lonsdale, dw, garage, $1625 incl heat/light Dec. 15. both ns, np, wd, fp, 604-925-1036 2BR+den , w/d, f/p, Handsworth ns/ np, $1150incls. Now or Jan 1, 604-987-6059 or 604-376-9932

3 BDRM home, central Lonsdale, main flr. own wd, heat, garage, yard, deck, hardwood, ns, Jan. 1, $2100, Alfonso 604-889-7034 3 BR 1.5 bath, 1200sf, Westview, main flr, new kitch, fp, shared w/d, ns, np, $1700 604-551-6779 3 BR, main flr. 1500sf, upper Lonsdale, sat tv, some furn. $1900+60%util, avail Jan 1, ns np 604-984-8145 or 778-229-1817 3 BR top flr. 1.5 ba, dw, 1200sf upper Lonsdale, bright, garage ns np, $1850 Avail 604-723-3313 3 BR upper, 1.5 bath, 2 car garage, big yrd, Cap Mall , np, ns $1520 Dec 15th 604-929-6229 UPPER LONSDALE unfurn bed sitting room on bus route, n/s, n/p $700. Sr pref. 604-988-6704

6605

SQUAMISH, GARIBALDI Highlands 2 BR, lots of storage, prkg. $1150 incl utils ns 604-318-6388

Shared Accommodation

6595-45

North Vancouver

1 BDRM, clean, in 2 br apt, C. Lonsdale, mature female. N/S N/P, $550, Jan 1. 604-345-0842 1 BR IN spacious home for n/s female, internet, w/d, $495, bath enste $595 incl. 604-980-2106 LUXURY WATERFRONT, home to share priv beach, lrg BR,15min dtwn $995. Now 778-338-4800

AUTOMOTIVE

1 BR, $850 Lynn Valley, nr bus, suits 1 Only, prkg, garden entry, fp, ns, np, Immed. 604-988-3392

Call (604)812-3718 or (604)786-4663

(WEST VAN Chartwell Area) 3 br, 3 bath, beautiful home, panoramic city and water views Jan. 1, 2011. Master on main 2 br’s down, great family home with pool mthly rent $3500. n/s, pet neg. Call Jeff at 604-649-6058

Overstocked for Christmas! 1516’ whse plus 650’ office 1429 Dominion St NV near transportation routes bridge $9.50 plus $4.50 nnn $2495 www.dianamander.com Royal LePage Northshore 604-657-4508

1 BDRM ste large for rent Lynn Valley, f/p, n/s, util incl,shar’d ldry, $800 Jan. 1st 604-987-1673

1BDRM, UPPER Lonsdale, bright,grdn level,w/d,d/w,clean, n/s,n/p. $950.00, 604-760-0142

This is just West of Gr Blvd! Bungalow, south facing back Lane access, garage, storage 3 bd 1 new bth Lovely Hwd Fresh paint reno’d $2395/ A Seaview, Gleneagles School Near shops, Transport, ferry! Lovely hwd, hi ceilings gas fp 3 bd den studio storage $3195/ Stunning entry Contemporary hwd, tile, high ceilings! View! Dble Garage, 4 bd up, 5 bth Hot Tub Grotto Quiet $4495/ Atmosphere Personified! Sea View to die for! Sun Sunsets 4 bd den 4 bth studio suite Granite, SS appls Updated Private Serene Beach $4995/ More on Our Web Page... Diana 604-657-4508/ 926-6011 Kristin 604-671-6175/ www.manderrealestate.com Royal LePage Northshore

Warehouse/ Commercial

Suites/Partial Houses

SOUTH SURREY- 15532 Madrona Dr 3 bdrm, HOUSE, quiet st, huge yard, dbl gar, 2 y.o. roof....$1,388/M

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE 1915 Cedar Village Cres, 2 BR & 3 BR, 5 appls, 1.5 bath, 1 year lease, NP/NS. Rent starts at $1435. For viewing call 604-986-0511

6620

LOWER LONSDALE 225sf, Secure doors, Lights. level bay, Storage only. $225 604-603-7133

$1100 LRG 2 BDRM Bsmnt Suite on quiet Lower Lonsdale North Van Street. Available Immediately. Call 604-983-8518 for viewing.

CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M

Townhouses Rent

West Vancouver

800 SQ ft furnished room with ensuite, in beautiful new home nr Park Royal. $925. 604-925-0368

6600

6605

Townhouses Rent

3 BR 2.5 bath, 5 appl, 2 patios, o/d pool/gym, nr bus, shops, n/p, $1850. 604-998-2259

Don’t Miss THIS! 3 BR t/house in quiet complex, 1.5 baths, fenced patio, pool, playground, near bus & shops, $1620 + utils, Dollarton & Seymour. Dec. 16, 604-929-6024 4 BR 5 appls. $1950. 3 BR fp, 4 appls, $1825. both reno’d, 1.5 baths, storage, patio, ns, np, Dec 1. Rufus Dr, 604-980-6250 Avail Dec. 15 or Jan. 1st. 3 Br. $1750, 1314sf. Townhouse Parklike Setting, Outdoor Pool, playground, priv. yard, drapes, heat & prkg incld. dw, 1 yr lease. no pets, 1228 Emery Pl. near Lynn Valley Mall. 604-987- 4922

Renting or buying, we’ve got what you’re looking for.

AUTOMOTIVE ADS continued on next page

A46 – North Shore News – Sunday, December 5, 2010

AUTOMOTIVE

Domestic Automotive 9125

cont. from previous page

1998 EAGLE TALON ESI, 170k, 2.0 L, excellent condition, 5 spd, no accidents, silver exterior, grey interior. $3900. 604-763-3223 • 6-year / 120,000km transferable Powertrain warranty coverage, with options to upgrade to comprehensive extended warranty.

• 7 days / 1000km exchange privilege • 100 point inspection • Carproof Vehicle History Report (carproof.com)

Rates From As Low As

2.9

% OAC

Ask us for details

9125 Domestic ScrapESI, Car170k, 1998 EAGLE TALON 9145 2.0 L, excellent condition, Removal5 spd,

no accidents, silver exterior, grey interior. $3900. 604-763-3223 Scrap/Car

FREERemoval

No Wheels No Problem

Scrap Car Removal HOUR

9145

2Service From Call

Removal FREEScrap/Car Family Owned & Operated

No Wheels No Problem (604) 209-2026

2 HOUR

Offer may change without notice.

816 AUTOMALL DRIVE, NORTH VANCOUVER Toll free: 1-888-602-9258 604-984-0331 www.paciﬁchonda.ca

Service From Call

Family Owned & Operated

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for 209-2026 Some 604.683.2200 (604)

THE SCRAPPER

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal SCRAP CAR &$500 Credit!!! Ask about $$ PAIDREMOVAL for Some 604.683.2200 TRUCK

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

Which SUV sips gas like a subcompact?

THE SCRAPPER 604-790-3900 SCRAP SERV&IC OURCAR 2H

TRUCK REMOVAL & CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES 9160 Sports Imports

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC 2H

9160

Sports & Imports

1999 JAGUAR Xjr 4.0L s/c, local 59k 1 owner, records, a/cared 18' pirelli, $12,500. 778-867-3731

Research vehicles on driving.ca

To advertise call

604-630-3300

Your 3 Easy Steps to Finding a Pre-Owned Vehicle

9160

Sports & Imports

Central Auto

The North Shore’s Best 2004 Mercedes Benz E500, 4 Matic Sedan, local, only 31k from new, exceptional. $27,850 2004 BMW X3 3.0 SUV AWD, auto/Steptronic, local, panorama roof, only 91K, $24,850 spotless. 2005 Mercedes Benz ML350 SUV, auto/Tiptronic, sunroof, leather heated seats, only 65k, $24,850 excpetional.

1 Read. 2 Click. 3 Drive.

1. Go to nsnews.com/autoﬁnd 2. Search by STOCK# 3. Get details & photos of cars you choose Contact the dealer, check out your new ride and drive home. Easy, right?

www.nsnews.com/autoﬁnd

2004 Jaguar “X Type” 3.0 4dr Sedan, All Wheel Drive, auto, local, only 64k, sunroof, leather pwr heated seats, $16,850 spotless. 2005 Mercedes Benz C230 4Dr Kompressor auto, local, alloy wheels, only 70k, $16,850 spotless

Carpentry

OPEN

FRIENDLY, Professional, Crown mouldings, baseboard, casings rough framing. 778-233-0559

ACME DRYWALL. Board, tape, mud. N. Shore 20 yr, avail immed Spraytext removal a specialty. Kent 604-984-7171, 753-1116

8055

Cleaning

Capilano

MAID SERVICES

• Eco-Friendly or Traditional • Low Rates, Quality Service • References, Insurance, WCB

778-895-1919

2002 Jaguar “X Type” 2.5 All Wheel Drive 4dr Sedan, auto, local, leather, sunroof, heated seats, only 49K, spotlessly kept. $13,850

$18/HR. Quality House cleaning. 604-983-3477 www.qualityhc.com CAPILANO MAID SERVICE Eco-Friendly or Traditional, Low Rates, Quality service, Refs, Insured, WCB. Call 778-895-1919

EXP’D CLEANER uses non-toxic products. References available. Call Yolanda, 778-228-8228

8071

Drafting/Design & Decorating

HEATHER FOWLER INTERIORS For a Free Consultation

Call 778.549.8664

www.hfinteriors.com Custom Home Design Specialist 25 yrs exp N. Shore. Free consultation Low rates 604-779-5084

8073

1997 Saab 900SE 2.0 Turbo Convertible, 5spd manual, local, leather pwr heated seats, only 71k from new, exceptionally $5,850 well cared for.

DRAINAGE & SEWER

• Trades Welcome • Leasing & Finance Available • Select Import Purchases • Open Wednesday to Saturday 9am to 5pm

Drainage

LONSDALE

15% OFF • Drain Tiles • Wet Basements • Sump & Sewer

604-973-0290

843 West 1st St. N. Van

604-985-7759

8080

Electrical

Automated Home Lighting Control

8125

Gutters

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

604-439-9417 Gutters from $99 Windows from $88 Pressure wash from $88

Call 604.992.5316

All biodegradable products!

1999 Mercedes Benz E320 4 Matic Station Wagon, only 141k, extremely well kept. $12,850

Serving the North Shore for over 30 years!

VINCE’S MAGIC Drywalling & textured ceiling repairs. Bonded 604-307-2295 / 778-340-5208

Call: 604-788-3864 Web: o-hservices.ca

MAJESTIC CLEANERS Experienced & Honest 604-564-8484

2003 Audi A4 1.8t Quattro, 4dr, auto/Tiptronic, leather heated pwr seats, sunroof, local, only 51k & spotlessly kept. $14,850

AFFORDABLE, Reliable, Quality Guaranteed. Boarding, Taping, Spraytex. Dave 604-984-7476

Leviton Vizia RF+ certified installers. Small jobs to rewires, repairs, new houses. Lic #23726. Insured/bonded.

2004 Mercedes Benz C240 4dr Sedan, auto/tiptronic, local, sunroof, alloy wheels, only 63k, $15,850 immaculate

2002 Inﬁniti QX4 Luxury SUV, auto, local, leather pwr heated seats, sunroof, 3.5L V6 engine, All Wheel Drive, very $14,850 well kept.

Drywall

A PLUS TAPING & DRYWALL High quality, reasonable rates. Free estimates. 604-715-0400

GEMINI CLEANING for 1 time & regular cleaning service. Insured. Free est. Refs. 604-988-4634

2004 Mercedes Benz C240 4Dr Sedan, auto/Tiptronic, local, only $15,850 56k, spotless.

8075

CARPENTRY, ADDITIONS, decks, 32 yrs exp, licensed. Call Ken, Cell: 604-928-3270

Wed to Sat 9am - 5pm

Looking For a New Set of Wheels? • Search for your new vehicle by model, type or price. • Checkt out dealer specials. • Compare your vehicle and get factory specs by model.

8030

2005 Volvo S60 2.5t All Wheel Drive Sedan, auto, local, leather pwr heated seats, sunroof, only 33k from new, $19,850 spotless.

2003 Mercedes Benz CL230K Sports Coupe, auto/tiptronic, local, panorama sunroof, only $13,850 53k, spotlessly kept

Read Autoﬁnd every Friday in the Rev Auto Section of the North Shore News.

HOME SERVICES

ALL DRAINAGE All Cement Fully Exp. 100% satisfaction.

North Shore Resident 604-354-9178

#1167 LIC Bonded. BBB, lrg & sm jobs, expert trouble shooter, WCB, low rates, 24/7. 617-1774. A LICENSED electrician #19807 semi-retired, small jobs only. 604-689-1747 pgr 604-686-2319 ALL YOUR electrical & reno needs. Lic’d electrician #37940. Bonded & insured 604-842-5276

Installed • Cleaned • Repaired

604-876-4604 NORTH SHORE GUTTERS

DNE ELECTRIC All Electrical Needs Lic #89267, Panel Upgrading. Reasonable & Free Estimate. 604-999-2332

★ Sales & installation of 5’’ continuous gutter ★ Minor repairs ★ Cleaning

LONSDALE ELECTRIC lic#1756 Panel changes & renos 604-988-7232, 604-842-0687

established 1963

ROUZ ELECTRIC #89724 Great rates, fast service, free est. Satisfaction guar. 604-765-3329

RAIN CENTRE LTD.

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

8087

Excavating

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

one mini, drainage, landscaping, stump / rock / cement / oil tank removal. Water / sewer line, 24 hours Call 341-4446 or 254-6865 604.649.1213 CEL 604.984.2313 Res/comm, Excavating, Bobcat, Trucking, Water Lines, Sewer Lines, Drainage, Landscaping. Hrly/Contract. Free Estimates.

8090

Fencing/Gates

FRIENDLY FENCE 778-386-3201.

Professional quality workmanship Fences, decks, arbors, stairs... www.friendlycarpenter.com GOOD NEIGHBOUR FENCING New • Same Day Repairs. Reasonable Rates 604-987-4522

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

THE ART OF HARDWOOD FLOORS

604-988-5294

(since 1968) 4", 5" & 6 " continuous gutters Vinyl & aluminium siding soffits Install repairs and cleaning. Free Estimates! 604-874-8158 Check us out with the BBB

#1 PRO Gutter & Roof Cleaning Owner operated since 1995. Insured. Mike 785-1206 ALLIANCE GUTTER cleaning, windows by hand/power washing 15 yrs exp. Call Steven

604-723-2526

8130

Handyperson

Renovate & Repair

Carpentry, Flooring, Drywall Painting, Exterios & more!

Specializing in Small Jobs

Quality Work, Professional Service

778.233.0559

Complete Home Maint./Repairs Certiﬁed Trained Pros. For that small job. Rates you can afford. RJR Small Projects Division Part of RJR group

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

Installations Refinishing & Repairs Dust Free. Affordable Rates! Free Estimates.

DRAIN TILES & WATER LINES Without Digging a Trench 604-985-4000 DRAINAGE, SEWER & WATER Underground Video Inspection Call Tobias 604 782-4322

8075

Drywall

Call: 604-240-3344 Century Hardwood Floors ★Hardwood flr refinishing ★Repairs ★ Staining ★ Free Estimate. Contact 604-376-7224

8125

Gutters A GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICE

All of this and more at: ACE DRYWALL. Avail immed. Board, tape, spraytex, repairs. 16 yr exp. No job too small. Mike 604-808-2432, 604-985-4321

• Gutter cleaning/repairs • Window cleaning • Power washing • WCB insured • Free estimates

604-984-4147

**$55 POWERWASHING, windows, gutters, roof leaks and Christmas lights. Best rates. Free est. Doug 604-985-4604 ABBA RENOVATION carpentry, plumbing, wiring, painting, tiling. Work guar, Refs. (604)986-4026/805-8463 ALL HOME REPAIRS semiretired master carpenter. Kitchen, stairs, sundecks, etc. All work guar. Karl 604-985-5144

To advertise call

604-630-3300

HOME SERVICES 8135

Hauling

CHEAP LOADS Fast Reliable Service 604-922-5101

8150

Kitchens/Baths

Counter Tops, Custom Cabinets & Refacing NO HST til end of Dec • In business 50 years

604-879-9191 Superior Cove Tops & Cabinets

#3 - 8652 Joffre Ave, Burnaby BATHROOMS PLUS. Kitchen & Bath renos. Visit our Showroom at: #103-828 Harbourside Dr, North Van 604-983-8766

8160

Lawn & Garden

A.A. BEST PRO

GARDEN SERVICES LTD. Lawn Maintenance, General Clean-Up, Power Raking, Moss Control, Aerating. Trim, Top, Prune. All types of lawn & garden applications. Free Est.

Call Sukh:

604-726-9152 604-984-1988 A.All Area Gardening Service Lawn Treatment • Maint. • Power Raking Pruning • Trimming • General Clean-Up Topping Trees • Free Estimates

Binder:

604-926-1526 604-726-9153 Serafina Garden Services

★ Seasonal containers, decorations & cleanups. ★ Organic garden practises. ★ Professional & exp. ★ Reasonable rates, No hst. 604-984-4433 contact Cari A. A. Allwest Garden Service Lawn maint, general cleanup, power raking, moss control, etc. CALL SUKH free est. 604-716-8479 or 604-984-1988 A. A. Allwest Garden Service Lawn maint, general cleanup, power raking, moss control, etc. CALL SUKH free est. 604-716-8479 or 604-984-1988 ENGLISH LANDSCAPER gardener, 30 yrs exp, complete garden maint. Les 604-209-8853

FALL GARDEN CLEANUP & TRIMMING. 604-603-2235 JAPANESE GARDENER Landscape & maintenance, clean-ups, trimming. Reas, free est, 25 yrs exp 604-986-8126 STEMS & SEEDS, Fall Cleanups leaf blowing, hedge trimming, snow clearing, 604-925-0464 T. TRAN -604-723-2468, Tree Pruning, hedging, weeding, leaf cleanup, gutters, etc. Reliable.

8175

Masonry

T-A STONEWALL. Rockwalls, paving stones, Allan block walls, etc. 987-8155 / 250-4117

8180

Home Services

SEASONAL EXTERIOR HOME MAINTENANCE

Inspection, cleaning & repair: - Roofs, gutters, windows, decks, patios, and more 6 0 4 2 9 4 6 7 0 0 www.pomeroyconstruction.com

Moving & Storage

8185

TRAVELLING?

8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

A LADY PAINTER, professional & color consult, 20 yrs on North Shore. exc refs. 604-961-3451

MANNIX FREIGHT SERVICE

AFFORDABLE QUALITY PAINTING. Tidy, honest. 19 yrs North Shore. John 604-980-5454

info@mannixfreight.com Let us send them home for you while you travel the world! www.mannixfreight.com

AFFORDABLE MOVING 1 to 3 Men

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

We accept Visa, Mastercard & Interac Licenced & Insured Local & Long Distance FREE ESTIMATES • Seniors Discount

604-787-8061 604-537-4140

www.affordablemoversbc.com GET your free moving check list on line or by mail. 778-233-7329 or www.pointmoving.com

Best Value Painters & Powerwashers -Discounts on all interior painting. Chris 778-321-8900 www.bestvaluepainters.ca Excellent Pro Painting Service 20 yrs exp, refs, warranty. Reas, res/comm Richard 604-618-0205

8220

GLOBAL

PLUMBING LTD

604-987-7473 604-721-6075

● Oil Tank Removal ● Recommended ● Insured ● Reasonable Rates

604-724-3670

Advantage Waste Spec. Inc. u/g storage tank locates & removal. Free est. Neil 604-825-8824 AMBLESIDE CONSULTING Liisa Wilkinson, P.Eng. Tank assessments, soil remediation. Free est. 604-813-2488

8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

Brighten up Your Holidays with

JB’s PAINTING

• 399 for 3 rooms – Int/Exterior •Professional, Reliable • Licensed & Insured • North Shore Co. est. 2001 $

604-773-4549

John 778-881-6737

MARK GRIFFITHS Painting Co. Affordable Quality. Locally Owned & Operated. References • Insured

604-925-4330

PRIMO PAINTING

Plumbing, Drainage, Repairs & Installation

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

604-618-4988

A BETTER

PLUMBER Better Quality, Better Service

:Plumbing :Drain Cleaning :Gas :Licensed, Insured & Bonded :Seniors Discounts

778.708.2117

Visit our Showroom at: 103 - 828 Harbourside Dr, North Van, 604-983-8766

Renovations

from concept to occupancy

Winner of Gold & Silver Georgie Awards

– Renovator Member of the Year

Winner of the National SAM Award

– Best Renovated Kitchen in Canada

When your house is great except… ❏ The kitchen’s too

small ❏ You need another bedroom ❏ The carport could be a two-car garage ❏ One bathroom just isn’t enough anymore

We Fix The “EXCEPTS…” Since 1978

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

604-987-5438

www.rjrrenovator.com

★ 3 Licensed Plumbers ★ 66 years of exp. 604-830-6617 www.oceansidemechanical.com

DELBROOK

PLUMBING & DRAINAGE 604-729-6695

Georgie Award for Best Renovation & Design Complete Renovations / Additions Kitchens / Bathrooms

604-728-3009

www.jkbconstruction.com Water Lines (without Digging) Sewer Lines (without Diggging) Install. Draintiles. 604-985-4000

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

MATCO DESIGN

All Renovations & Additions, Ins. Quality Work

604-720-1564

30 yrs exp. matco@telus.net

604-723-8434

classified.van.net Canwest Community Publishing

6 0 4 2 9 4 6 7 0 0 www.pomeroyconstruction.com

FORTIF CONSTRUCTION INC Custom Renovations North Shore Company BBB, Reno Mark.ca. GVHBA.org Stefan@604-202-1264 free estimates www.fortif.ca ABBA RENOVATION carpentry, plumbing, wiring, painting, tiling. Work guar, Refs. (604)986-4026/805-8463 BAMFORD CONSTRUCTION Ltd. Quality Renos & Repairs. 604-986-2871 www.bamford.ca

PTV HOME RENOVATIONS Bath & Kitchen Christmas Special

15% OFF

All Tiling Supplies

(selected wholesaler —cash sales)

778-235-1772 Est 1995 2 OLD GUYS 2 YOUNG TO RETIRE WE DO IT ALL!

H 604-986-3986 C 604-537-9452

8250

Roofing

WINTER SPECIAL SAVE THE HST Have Your Roof Done Between Now & Jan. 7 A+

Call AFFORDABLE QUALITY ROOFING LTD. 604-984-9004

#1 Rooﬁng Company in BC All types of Rooﬁng Over 35 Years in Business Call now & we pay ½ the HST

604-588-0833

POINT GREY LTD. ROOFING Established 1946 All Types of Rooﬁng, Re-Rooﬁng & Repairs

604-379-2641 LONSDALE ROOFING Flat Roof, Cedar, Asphalt 15% OFF! (604) 973-0290 ROOFING REPAIRS 604-988-0279 All types, Guaranteed. 34 yrs exp. Call John (cell 604-375-0979)

WESTCOAST ROOFING SYSTEMS

604-987-7325

8255

Rubbish Removal

DALTON TRUCKING LTD. BINS & DISPOSAL

FINISHING CARPENTRY, hardwood flrs, mouldings, doors, windows, f/p, all renos 604-613-4080

604-986-6944

INTERIOR RENOVATIONS Bathrooms, Kitchen, Basement, & More. Tim Gleason 604-926-5440

Dirt Fill, Concrete, Asphalt Brush, Demo, Const. Waste Top Soil, Sand, Gravel, Dumpsites and more.

ACKER’S Rubbish Removal pick-up & deliveries. Quick. 7 day Fast / reliable. Spencer 924-1511 BELL MINI BINS 604-922-5101 Small or large household jobs & Mini bin service. 7 days a week Fast ★ inexpensive ★ reliable.

8250

Roofing

LONSDALE ROOFING

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

8295

Snow Removal

SNOW REMOVAL AND SALTING Residential/Commercial Book ahead! Call Today!

604-779-6978

604-929-7133 • Flat Rooﬁng • Flat Rooﬁng • Cedar Shakes • Cedar Shingles Shakes • Asphalt • Asphalt Shingles • Roof Maintenance • Roof Maintenance

K & E’S 24 HOUR SNOW PLOWING & SALTING

Re-Rooﬁng & Repairs Specialists

SAVE 5% Off the Total Cost of Rerooﬁng

20 year Labour Warranty available

604-591-3500 CROWN ROOFING & Drainage Residental Div. Roofing installations & repairs. 604-327-3086 CURTIS JOHN ROOFING (since 1978) Roof tune-up from $149. 24 hr repair. 604-985-1913

Garden Blend – Turf Blend – Lawn Top Dressing. Variety of Mulches. Picked up or delivered Mon.-Fri. 8-5; Sat./Sun. 8-6

Fraser Richmond Soil & Fibre Ltd. 20 Riverside Dr., North Van

Beside Transfer Stn. 604-924-0261

Dalton Trucking Ltd. Top soil, Garden soil, Aggregates, Deliveries Trucking Dumpsites. Bins Services etc. 604-986-6944

8315

Tree Services

$ BEST RATES $

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

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

A-1 TRI CRAFT TREE SERVICES (EST. 1986) ★ ★ ★ ★

TREEWORKS

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Offer(s) available on most new 2010 and 2011 models purchased through participating dealers to qualifi ed retail customers who take delivery by January 3, 2011. Dealers may sell for less. Some conditions apply. Offers are subject to change without notice. See dealer for complete details. ‡ 2011 RVR GT/2010 Outlander LS models shown have an MSRP of $21,988/$29,498 and selling price of $23,698/$31,198: includes destination, delivery and fees. (QUE) : Taxes, PPSA, and other fees are excluded. (Rest of Canada): Taxes, PPSA, and dealer fees of up to $599 are excluded. † Combined City/Highway ratings for non-hybrid compact SUV’s. ± Offer available on all new 2010/2011 models except 2011 Lancer/Lancer Sportback/RVR which qualify for a $750 prepaid MasterCard card. ◊ Purchase fi nancing available through Bank of Nova Scotia and Bank of Montreal on all new: 2010 models (Lancer Evolution excluded) for up to 72 months. Financing example: 2010 Outlander ES 2WD (CO45-A C04) fi nanced at 0% over 72 months. Monthly payments equal $355, with a down payment of $0, a cost of borrowing of $0, and a total obligation of $25,498. Excludes up to $1450 in freight, $250 in PDI, $100 in air tax, up to $30 in EHF, $15 duty on new tires, taxes, PPSA, registration, insurance, licensing, administration, (Rest of Canada): up to $599 in other dealer fees (QUE): other dealer fees, and any additional government fees. * Whichever comes fi rst. Regular maintenance not included. See dealer or mitsubishi-motors.ca for warranty terms, restrictions and details. Not all customers will qualify. ** Best backed claim does not cover Lancer Evolution and Ralliart models. ® MITSUBISHI MOTORS, BEST BACKED CARS IN THE WORLD are trade-marks of Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. and are used under license.

A48 - North Shore News - Sunday, December 5, 2010

HURRY IN DURING OUR HOLIDAY SALES EVENT

AND RECEIVE UP TO

$1000 PREPAID MASTERCARD CARD WITH THE PURCHASE OF ANY NEW VEHICLE ±

PLUS 0% PURCHASE FINANCING ON SELECT CT 2010 MODELS◊

2010 LANCER SE

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xx $xx,xxx

Selling Price

$xx,xxx xx

$ 29,498 $xx ,xxx

$ 31,198 $xx ,xxx Δ

NEW LOWER PRICE CE

ALL-NEW 2011 RVR GT ‡

BLUETOOTH 2.0 + USB SYSTEM CLASS LEADING COMBINED FUEL ECONOMY† PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF WITH INTERIOR LED ILLUMINATION SUPER WIDE RANGE HID HEADLAMPS ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED 4WD HEATED FRONT SEATS

FOR UP TO

725 MARINE DRIVE, NORTH VANCOUVER

www.northshore-mitsubishi.ca 2011 RVR From

$21,998 $xx ,xxx Selling Price

$ 23,698 $xx ,xxx Δ

2010 OUTLANDER LS ‡

2010 OUTLANDER From

2010 Outlander XLS model shown

ON MOST 2010 MODELS!

72 MONTHS

PURCHASE FINANCING

NORTH SHORE MITSUBISHI

604-983-2378