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Outcry forces change to tower plan WV Safeway site proposal to be reduced Tessa Holloway tholloway@nsnews.com

A 10- to 15-storey tower proposed for the Safeway site in West Vancouver will be redesigned to be shorter after a massive public outcry drove the developer to change course.

Jim Hancock of IBI-HB Architects said he heard loud and clear that the public wasn’t happy with the two choices initially provided when he attended a March 10 public meeting to discuss the proposal.

“We’re not going to shove anything down someone’s throat. We’re going to go back and see if we can rework the design, do it in a lowerscale way,” he said, admitting he took a verbal lashing at the meeting.

But he said his company still hopes to keep the same density, at 207,000 square feet — a significant increase NEWS photo Mike Wakefield from the 130,000 square feet allowed in the Official SCENERY Slater was one of scores of West Vancouver residents who voiced concerns about a 10- or 15-storey development proposed for Community Plan. Hancock the Safeway site at Marine Drive and 17th Street last week. The developers now say they will redraw the plan on a smaller scale. argues the density increase will allow the developer to provide a sizeable community benefit in exchange for the uplift in land value.

“It’s not about greed. The city takes 70 per cent of any increase in value with the rezoning of the site,” he said, adding to have the highest cost of living and the lowest minimum wage that money helps keep taxes low. “We thought we were being Manisha Krishnan in the country, it was just embarrassing,” said Conway. good corporate citizens, but we got some backlash.” mkrishnan@nsnews.com The Career Shop provides counselling and other forms Hancock said his company was aiming to cut at least half THE province’s first minimum wage increase in a of assistance to young people aged 15-30 who are in need of the tower’s height, but that it was just in the initial stages of a employment. That includes high school dropouts, new university redesign. The company has a view study, he said, and a model decade is being met with mixed reviews across the graduates and others who are simply trying to get on their feet. that allows designers to input any building size and see how it North Shore. would affect any residence in the area.

Last week, premier Christy Clark and the B.C. Liberal party Earning $8 an hour doesn’t make that any easier for them, said About 250 people attended the March 10 public meeting, announced the minimum wage will be raised from $8 an hour Conway.

“I actually don’t know how a lot of them do it, and a lot of but according to those present, the people who spoke in support to $10.25 by May, 2012. The $6 an hour training wage will also of the project could be counted on one hand. them don’t; they don’t make it,” she said. be eliminated.

Jenny Byatt was one of those who opposed it, saying the “They’re bogged down with debt. . . and they get deeper It’s a decision that many lower-income British Columbians project just didn’t feel like West Vancouver to her. have been waiting for, according to Rosalie Conway, career adviser and deeper in the hole. . . . It also almost makes them feel like: at the YWCA One Stop Career Shop in North Vancouver.

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SUNDAY FOCUS USING NANOTECHNOLOGY TO STALL COUNTERFEITING - FOR GOOD

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A North Van man has hatched an idea he can literally take to the bank Layne Christensen lchristensen@nsnews.com

CLINT Landrock has developed a security feature for bank notes that’s so advanced it may one day make counterfeiting impossible. The technology, however, is based on a phenomenon that has been around for millions of years: butterfly wings.

Landrock, 28, a North Vancouver resident, started researching the idea in the fall of 2008 as a graduate student in applied science at Simon Fraser University. Under the guidance of engineering science professor Bozena Kaminska, he developed a technology based on nanoholes — minute apertures very much like those found on the wings of the Costa Rican morpho butterfly. The openings, which perforate a plastic film that can be applied to a bill, lend Landrock’s security feature — and the insect — a shining iridescence that is very, very difficult to copy.

“They’re holes that are smaller than a wavelength of light.

And that’s actually how it works,” said Landrock. “They trap the light waves between the holes and resonate them until they’re able to create an electromagnetic field and then they emit back.

They actually transmit on both sides.”

The feature is a form of nanotechnology, a science in which matter is manipulated at the atomic or molecular level to produce tiny structures on the scale of billionths of a metre.

Landrock, who grew up in Smithers, B.C. and has an undergraduate degree in aerospace engineering from Toronto’s photo submitted Ryerson University, says the nanohole security feature is NORTH Vancouver’s Clint Landrock and his former Simon Fraser University supervisor, Bozena Kaminska, impossible to fake.

Landrock and Kaminska pitched their idea to Doug Blakeway, have developed technology that could make counterfeiting virtually impossible. The plastic film, perforated an entrepreneur in residence for SFU Venture Connections, with minute holes, lends bills a colourful iridescence that can’t be emulated by conventional means. a university business mentorship program. Blakeway was so intrigued by the technology’s potential for commercial success that he invested in it and formed Nanotech Security Corp., a publicly traded company that has licensed the technology and is working to bring it to the marketplace.

In a press release issued by SFU, Blakeway said he believed the technology is the first of its kind in the world.

“I love nanotechnology, but I really have not seen a commercialization of it that can make you money in the near term,” said Blakeway. “When this was initially presented to me by Bozena and Clint, I immediately saw their vision and they were only after one application — creating anti-counterfeiting features for banknotes. I felt this could be the first commercial application of nanotechnology in the world. I kept thinking of applications for it, and how it could be used; the technologies and potential astound me.”

Landrock said the product, dubbed by the company Nano-Optic Technology for Enhanced Security (NOtES), has no competitors.

WHY bother to check “Certainly, there are lots of research teams working in the field of nanotechnology, but we will actually be the very first company to bring real nanotechnology — actual, genuine nanotechnology money?

Checking keeps real money — into the marketplace for general consumers. out of criminals’ hands, If it succeeds, NOtES may one day replace conventional anti-counterfeiting measures such as and it keeps fake bills out raised ink and holograms, which are designed so consumers can easily spot forgeries. of tills, customers’ change But the technology’s practical applications don’t end there. Other commercial uses include and Canada’s cash supply, authenticating security cards, legal documents, retail merchandise, concert tickets, stock photo submitted according to the Bank of certificates, pharmaceuticals, visas and passports, software licenses and DVDs, according to LANDROCK’S brainchild has other applications Canada website.

Nanotech’s website.

The bank uses a number Since Nanotech and SFU publicized the technology earlier this year, Landrock and his research ranging from passports to pharmaceuticals. of security features to thwart team have received inquiries from around the world. Thirty or 40 international newspapers have the circulation of counterfeit covered the story, Landrock estimates. And in January, the Discovery channel aired a segment bills, and it has devised a about the technology on the science show Daily Planet. simple tool to walk consumers The research team was careful to keep their discovery under wraps until they had established through them. the necessary protections. “One of the reasons we took our time was to secure our patents and It’s called TILT — Touch, intellectual property. That was almost in itself a year process.”

Tilt, Look through, Look at.

The technology has attracted the interest of the Bank of Canada and other treasuries since It works for current Canadian Nanotech unveiled the product in January 2010. bills — the ones with the “We’ve taken our technology to five different world banks,” said Landrock. “They’ve all been very impressed. The comments are usually something in the line of ‘We haven’t seen anything this metallic strip — and holds true game-changing for the last 30 years in this industry.’ That’s pretty exciting.” for all five denominations: $5, Landrock can’t say when or even if the technology will make it onto banknotes and into $10, $20, $100. peoples’ hands and wallets. “I’m bound by agreements not to say,” he said. “What we’re hoping Here’s how it works: and optimistic for is to bring this to market in 2012.”

Step 1: Touch the raised NOtES offers an entirely new level of security, say its developers. “You can’t copy or scan it in; ink. Run your fingers over you can’t ink-jet it on paper; you can’t do any of these things,” said Blakeway. the large number, portrait, “It’s impossible to reverse engineer, at least with current technology; we’ve actually tried coat of arms, and the words very hard ourselves to do that. And it would be extremely expensive, not economical, for the “Bank of Canada — Banque du Canada.” The raised counterfeiters to reproduce it,” said Landrock. ink should make them feel This is due to the complexity of the manufacturing process. The plastic film, patterned with thicker. tiny holes, is created using a master mould or shim that was developed using existing technology Step 2: Tilt the bill. Tiny, at SFU labs. While the process to create the shim is sophisticated and expensive, “once you have photo submitted brightly coloured numbers that master, you can use it to reprint over and over and over again in a very low-cost process,” NANOTECH Security Corp., which is marketing the See Other page 10 feature, says the technology has no competitors.

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AN overflow crowd of about 250 people packed into the West Vancouver Seniors’ Centre March 10 to speak their minds about the Safeway site development proposal. Attendees described opposition as “overwhelming.”

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“It will change the character of Ambleside, which is a great pity. People love that village atmosphere,” she said. “Those buildings that they showed, it was Yaletown; it wasn’t West Van.” But Byatt’s not swayed by the change. She said the developer should only build within what’s allowed in the OCP, which is a four-storey building.

“We don’t want the zoning changed at all. We want to keep it at the height,” she said. “Anything higher, you’re going to block views and it just opens the floodgates.

She was worried not just about the Safeway site but the recently proposed new residential towers at 13th and Marine Drive and at Park Royal, arguing that the developments will cause other landowners to do the same and drive up rents in the area.

Byatt is not alone. Scenery Slater asked people at the meeting to put up their hands if they supported development only within the limits of the OCP, and said the result was “overwhelming.”

“My impression of the meeting was that the residents were overwhelmingly in favour of redevelopment and revitalization of the Ambleside area and village; however, they wanted to see that within the parameters of the OCP and current zoning,” she said.

Allowing special sites with extra density creates an uneven playing field, said Slater, and will eventually set a precedent for the whole area that towers are okay.

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“I think that’s the fear, is that Ambleside is a village and people want it to remain in fact a village,” she said.

Oscar Lyseyko helped organize a petition because he felt the building would add too much traffic and be too disruptive during construction. He, too, was opposed to any zoning change.

“This thing will dominate everything. It will detract from the values (of homes) along Marine Drive that have views,” he said.

West Vancouver Coun. Mike Smith also attended the March 10 meeting. Speaking to the North Shore News this week, he said he heard clearly that a 15-storey tower wasn’t acceptable.

“I think what needs to happen is for the owner to sit down and to start consulting with the community as to what people want to see there,” said Smith.

The project does have its supporters, however. Most notably, the West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce has come out strongly in its favour, arguing the underground parking that will be built is much needed to support shops in the area and that the residential units will provide new customers.

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he recent rush on potassium iodide at North Shore pharmacies that was triggered

by Japan’s unfolding nuclear disaster points to a misguided but all-toohuman approach to crisis.

It’s true that in cases of serious radioactive exposure, potassium iodide can block absorption of some of that radiation. And yes, minute, detectable levels of radiation are expected to reach the west coast of North America by this weekend.

But the reality is that even if the situation in Japan gets worse, it won’t pose any threat to us. In light of this, any health problems incurred anyone taking potassium iodide will certainly outweigh the benefits.

This panicked response is hardly surprising. Frightening news often drives us to irrational actions —

you said it “She’s anxious. I mean, this is her home.”

Daniel Thompson on the news his will have to move out of her current assisted living complex at Lynn Valley Care Centre within the year after the private owners pulled out of their contract with Vancouver Coastal Health (from a March 18 news story).

••• “I have no idea what it’s worth; it’s worth what someone will pay for it.”

David Bowra, president of the Bowra Group and newly appointed receiver of West Vancouver’s Evelyn project, on the prospects of selling the troubled development to recoup money for investors (from a March 18 news story).

••• “They’re safe; they’re well; they’re enjoying the local food . . . and they’re able to do some sightseeing.”

Victoria Miles, spokeswoman for the North Vancouver school district, on the Argyle secondary students who arrived in Japan immediately after last week’s devastating earthquake and tsunami (from a March 16 news story).

consider the response of Western governments and many individuals to the attack on the World Trade Centre.

This tendency to fixate on minute threats can be funny at times, but it also seriously handicaps us as a society.

By focusing on the unlikely, we turn our attention away from bigger and more immediate problems. It’s this phenomenon that sustains the behaviours and policies behind the obesity epidemic, the widening wealth gap, our warming climate and any number of other grave issues.

It is the job of governments to tease out well-founded concern from irrational fear, but too often they pander to the latter for political gain.

We, as citizens, must force ourselves — and our leaders — to grow up.

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Dear Editor: The Official Community Plan currently under draft and review in the District of North Vancouver should go to referendum. If it is promoted thoroughly in the next seven months and included on this November’s municipal election ballot, it can’t cost the taxpayer that much more, and it would not significantly delay the decision on the OCP. A referendum would create a chance for real democracy on this issue. Let the people have a say at election time, when it can be assumed local political issues are at a peak.

Low turnout plagues municipal elections, but surely more residents will show up at the poles than the approximately 4,000 who have participated in the OCP so far — I being one

Safety versus sense Dear Editor: Recently, West Vancouver Coun. Bill Soprovich said “What do you put first, efficiencies or safety?” when talking about amalgamating Fire Services (Review of Fire Services Stokes Amalgamation Debate, March 13, North Shore News).

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of them. Why should these 4,000 people have the final say in this long-term plan that is so important to the community?

In my opinion most people in the District of North Vancouver live here or moved here because they like it the way it is. They are not interested in having the neighbourhoods of Lynn Valley, Parkgate, Edgemont and others overrun with highrises.

Perhaps the current district council is instead only really interested in shoving through this OCP with the blessing of a minority, making themselves look good, and then focusing on getting themselves re-elected.

John Sharpe North Vancouver

Centres secretly scrapped Dear Editor: Why has there been no information or solicitation of public opinion regarding the closure of the two community policing centres at Edgemont and Lynn Valley?

Who made these decisions and why was it done in secret rather than with input from the public?

And why is there a continuous push to increase the population of the district?

I have resided here for 45-plus years and have noticed that growth has been accompanied by ever-increasing

taxation and erosion of services and infrastructure.

The elimination of two Community Policing Centres this year is but one example.

The municipal government is supposed to serve the interests of the taxpaying residents and businesses in the municipality, not others. And major decisions should be publicly discussed rather than made in secret behind closed doors.

Klaus Rieckhoff North Vancouver

Overpass to be a bridge too far Dear Editor: Fern Street flyover follies: The district is being two-faced about this planned bridge.

On the one hand, council really, really, really wants to develop the Fern Street lands and let many highrises grow, but on the other hand, in order to make the tower project proceed, it needs to improve traffic.

The district does not want to pay a portion of costs for the bridge, however.

Thus, our leaders should tell the developer to go away and keep the thoroughfare as it is.

However, as we get the worst of all worlds, council will approve the towers and not improve the roads.

After all, look what the municipality did to traffic on Main Street.

Joe Biggs North Vancouver

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Modern singledom fraught with danger

EVERY so often, I think about what life would be like if I were still single.

Actually, this is a lie.

I never think about that, because the very idea frightens the living daylights out of me — and not just because I’m happily married.

Single people now have to be made of a lot sterner stuff than yours truly — at least, they do if they want to hook up with anybody else, permanently or otherwise.

Still, I can’t help but read the reports from the front.

Recently, I saw yet another of my pet illusions slaughtered in a Columbia News Service story online.

It was an exposé about those adorable notes you can read in the Craigslist section called Missed Connections — the ones directed at nameless strangers the writer has traded glances with on the subway or in a Starbucks lineup, whom he or she shyly admits he or she would like to pursue.

Well, it turns out that some people use these vulnerable declarations as opportunities to make sexual conquests.

CNS reporter Megan Gibson placed an ad in Missed Connections, falsely claiming to have been on

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Kate Zimmerman a particular train wearing a particular outfit reading a particular magazine and that she’d noticed a guy who had piqued her interest.

She received a dozen responses from men claiming they were the person she had seen.

She wound up meeting one of them, who’d written

that he thought they should “try to make each other feel better about that missed connection.”

I’m not sure what this proves. Really, it’s the story of a woman who lied to get attention and then concluded that the men who pretended to be the person she was looking for were pathetic.

Stop the presses.

I guess the story at least underscores the fact that these times are fraught with challenge for lonely hearts.

True, they can list themselves online on dating site plentyoffish.com, where they’ll find people much like themselves, who yearn for a connection but don’t want to spend a cent to get it.

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The privacy that was From page 7

of free, do-it-yourself dating sites to ones that cost more money but actually involve a third party matchmaker.

But how would such stats measure success — by participants who got married or went past a third date? Or simply by those who don’t describe themselves as utterly demoralized by the process?

It’s not that conventional approaches to dating are any less humiliating. We humans are an intolerant bunch.

A chum once ditched a boyfriend because she couldn’t stand the fact that he kept using the word “irregardless” and mispronounced the word “beige.”

Back in my dating days, I did just as many lousy things to my boyfriends as they did to me, and we weren’t even a particularly crummy bunch.

There were certainly no beatings

administered, except to each other’s egos.

Back then, we just bumbled along, met someone we liked, dated them for a bit and then broke up with them in some blockheaded fashion.

But at least we didn’t learn that we’d been dumped by reading that our boyfriend had updated his status to “single” on Facebook.

We didn’t have to come up with a new ad for ourselves and then post it on the Internet for other people to comb or mock.

We didn’t need to make ourselves pretty for assignations over swiftly cooling lattes with total strangers whose veracity had instantly come into question when the self-described “hunky executive” turned up in an old indie rock band T-shirt and yoga pants a size too small. In other words, we didn’t have to lay it on the line in public.

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10-year strategy envisions possible hikes to fees, taxes Niamh Scallan

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DISTRICT of North Vancouver residents may have to swallow higher fees and taxes in coming years if the municipality is to make up the $124.3-million shortfall it is anticipating over the next decade, according to a presentation made to council last week.

During a council workshop March 14, Nicole Deveaux, the district’s director of financial services, presented one segment of the district’s new 10-year funding strategy. The plan should help the district balance its books, she said. Without it, “services will have to be reduced or abandoned and investment will be compromised.”

“We need a plan,” Deveaux said.

DISTRICT of North Vancouver Coun. Robin Hicks “And we are hoping to address the gap to develop policies that will become the foundation of the budget.”

Deveaux described the strategy as a tool to calculate the best way for the district to fund municipal operations, minor capital projects and major capital projects over the next decade.

One option is to offset

its “funding imbalance” by increasing current taxes by about two per cent in each of the next 10 years, in addition to increasing fees and charges.

The municipality could also reduce its expenditures by 0.5 per cent over the next three years to achieve “sustainability over time and resilience,” she said.

The strategy also calls for changes to the way major capital projects are funded.

Deveaux cited the replacement of William Griffin recreation centre and a new bridge at Keith Road and Mountain Highway as two major capital expenses that the district may face in the coming decade, which need to be planned for in advance.

For David Stuart, the district’s chief accounting officer, the proposal is good in that it offers the community a chance to achieve stability over the next decade.

“What we’ve found is with incremental shifts, there is a solution,” Stuart said.

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From page 3

said Landrock.

In this sense, the new technology is much like an age-old one: 18th century printmaking using metal engravings. “(In) the old days, bank notes were protected (using) basically a very well engraved master that would do the printing; we’re basically doing the same idea, but we’re working on this exceptionally small scale, this nanoscale. And by doing that, we impose the security — because you can’t replicate the kind of optics you create with that with anything else existing.”

“Nobody has ever done this,” Blakeway said. “We have succeeded while everybody is still trying to duplicate or imitate a butterfly’s wing because it absorbs light and gives off colour.

There’s no colour pigment — there’s nothing like a dye or anything else. It’s a hole that traps light and releases colour.”

Landrock can understand how it may be difficult for some people to understand the science behind nanotechnology.

“It’s a very abstract idea,” he said. “It’s the same as talking about the galaxies and the planets and the universe. You can’t really wrap your head around it, but the best way to see it is to see the application in hand and pick up the bank note. . . . It’s

bright red and it’s bright green and it comes off and on like a little set of LEDs.” NOtES is not the only nanotech project Landrock and his team of researchers is working on. Landrock conducted the initial research that led to the development of NOtES while working on his thesis for his graduate degree in biomedical engineering.

At the time, he was researching another nanotechnology that is used to create the active components in sensors to measure people’s balance.

“I never stopped developing any of that,” says Landrock, who spends anywhere from 30 to 130 hours a week in the SFU lab. Alongside former professor Bozena Kaminska, he’s working on four new patents related to extremely thin and flexible power storage devices for wireless electronics and other applications.

Both Kaminska and Landrock are marketing that technology as well.

Landrock said he likes a challenge.

“For me and my personality — I like it. (I’m) pretty competitive, I guess. I’m not the person who can go on vacation and sit on the beach for a few weeks. My vacation is usually to go rock climbing.”

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Restaurant org. pans Clark plan

Treatment plant costs unknown

‘I’d rather just go on welfare cause I’d get paid just about the same.’”

Under the new laws, the minimum wage will increase to $8.75 by May 1, 2011 and $9.50 on Nov. 1 before hitting its maximum of $10.25 next year. That could add up to an extra $4,000 annually for some of Conway’s clients.

“I think this is just going to be a great incentive for young people,” she said.

Businesses, on the other hand, may be struggling to make the jump.

“It’s quite rapid,” said Ralph Sultan, MLA for West Vancouver-Capilano.

“I suspect the political argument in favour of getting it over with for maximum popular claim, shall we say, won out over those who said we should adopt it more gradually to allow time for businesses to more easily adjust.”

The restaurant and hospitality industry, which has been hit with the harmonized sales tax, new drinking driving regulations and the rising cost of food, says the move could result in layoffs.

“We’re seeing more closures in restaurants this year than we ever have

Coun.RobinHicksexpressed his support as well.

“This is a really good start,” he said.

“I like the concept and I’d like to see (similar) policies adopted by council.”

But council has yet to hear the impacts of Metro Vancouver operations on the municipality’s finances. Concerns have been raised over plans for mandatory upgrades to the North Shore’s LionsGatewastewatertreatment plant.

Without provincial or federal support, the plant’s upgrades could cost the district up to $134 million.

A second workshop, which will focus on the regional aspect of the funding strategy, will be held in Fall 2011.

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before,” said Ian Tostenson, a North Vancouver resident and president and CEO of the British Columbia Restaurant and Foodservices Association.

“The only way, in the face of business that’s not increasing, for restaurants to deal with this is to cut back in hours and/or not hire as much.”

Alcohol servers are getting a softer wage increase; because of tips, their maximum will be $9 by next May. But that’s not really fair to restaurants that don’t have the benefit of liquor sales, yet still have to manage an increase in labour costs, said Tostenson.

“We don’t believe that the distinction should be alcohol; we think the distinction should be those servers who have the ability earn tips.”

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BRIGHT LIGHTS

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St Thomas Aquinas’ Latin American Mardi Gras

Alex and Christina Hidalgo and Michelle and Jeff Purkiss share a laugh.

Morag Desormeaux takes aim.

Students and staff of North Vancouver’s St. Thomas Aquinas regional secondary hosted a fundraiser March 5 to raise funds for Project Brotherhood, a charitable organization that gives youth and adults an opportunity to help some of the world’s poorest people both locally and abroad. A group of 25 students and four staff members are currently on an eight-day trip to Mexico to volunteer with the organization. The event featured dinner, dancing and a silent auction. Info: www.projectbrotherhood.com.

Martha Villalobos, Cecilia Curtis and Vanessa Zarbl help out.

Dylan Crawford, Ale Castaneda, Jenn Aydon and Derek Shirk team up for a photo.

Tomi Borejszo and Melanie Garcia attend.

Romana Vuk and Claude Leduc enjoy the festivities.

Leo Savino and Cris Baker toast the evening.

Please direct requests for event coverage to: emcphee@nsnews.com. For more Bright Lights photos go to: www.nsnews.com/galleries.

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HIRING A TRAINER Columnist Cat Smiley offers some advice. page 15

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RAY Miller was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2003 and has since completed five marathons and engages in a variety of high-impact activities. He finds his lifestyle has a positive impact on his symptoms, so encourages others with the same diagnosis to follow suit.

MS PATIENT PROMOTES THE BENEFITS OF HEALTHY LIVING

An active approach

■ Scotiabank North Shore MS Walk takes place Saturday, April 9 at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver. The fundraising event — from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. — involves a walk along the Seawalk, live music and MS information sessions. Info: www.mssociety.ca/bc.

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RAY Miller didn’t let multiple sclerosis control his life. Instead, he fought back.

Diagnosed with the physically debilitating disease in 2003, the 32-year-old

North Vancouver man has since completed five marathons, including the Ironman Canada competition — and he’s not about to stop. Miller is an avid runner, swimmer and biker who trains rigorously to keep the symptoms of his disease at bay, regularly sharing his progress on a personal blog, moresquirrel.blogspot.com.

“Most of the time, if you would ask me how I’m doing, I’m doing just fine,” he said.

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Here’s how to get your money’s worth.

Personal trainers are a great investment if you need a push with your fitness goals, a workout plan and motivation.

We specialize in helping people establish a routine while teaching them how to continue safely and effectively on their own.

Or that’s what personal trainers should be doing. But there are many certifications out there that devalue our profession. From weekend courses to multiple choice exams on the Internet, if you’re going to hire a personal trainer be sure to know the full story about who you are trusting with your health. You can do this by searching their certification at the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (www.credentialingexcellence. org/ncca) to find out if it is a recommended accreditation.

While you are doing that, check that their first aid certification is up to date and ask for client testimonials.

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This is an added bonus and should not be expected from a personal trainer.

If you are looking for anything beyond basic conditioning and weight loss, you need to find a trainer with post-graduate certifications. For example, if you are any more than three months pregnant, you need to work with a fitness therapist, not a fitness trainer.

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to the International Sports Sciences Association (www. issaonline.com) for details on the different qualifications, and to find a trainer with the ones that best guard your safety.

Although we live in a starcrazed society, just because your trainer has had a little media attention does not mean that they will give you a better workout. A fair price for personal training services is about $50 to $80 per hour, depending on your trainer’s experience and demand. Keep your logic — and don’t get sucked into the hype!

The training sessions should be all about you from beginning to end and everywhere in between.

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MS Walk set for April 9 in Ambleside Park From page 13

to the MS Society, the progressive disease that attacks the brain and spinal cord is “often debilitating, always unpredictable, and still incurable.”

For Miller, the trouble started in May 2003 when he began to feel sharp muscle pains in the left side of his body. “It felt like a sneeze starting in my left bicep and just migrated all the way through the entire left side of my body . . . very, very painful,” he said.

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Three years after the “devastating” diagnosis, Miller began exercising regularly, hoping that physical activity would help to control the disease. And it worked. Since 2006, the North Vancouverite has seen his symptoms improved to the point that, most of the time, he doesn’t have any presentable symptoms, he said.

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ing in better shape, my body is under less stress,” he said. “I just feel better overall all the time so I notice less symptoms all the time.”

This year, Miller teamed up with Scotiabank North Shore MS Walk organizers, working on their committee to plan the April 9 fundraising walk at West Vancouver’s Ambleside Park. Participating in the event himself, Miller hopes to raise awareness of the disease and promote active living throughout the community, including those living with MS on the North Shore.

“Activity is a good thing for those of us with MS,” he said.

“The walk helps to get a lot of MS patients out of their homes and it really promotes the benefits of active lifestyles.”

Canada currently has one of the highest rates of MS in the world. The MS Society estimates that between 50,000 and 75,000 Canadians are affected — in B.C., more than 8,000 people live with the degenerative disease.

And the costs of treating MS patients are high. A 1998 report, published in the Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences, estimated that the lifetime cost of the disease is $1.6 million for each person diagnosed with MS. Last year, the North Shore MS Walk raised just over $110,000 for the MS Society, put toward various research and support programs.

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Bay senior celebrates her centennial Nora Orrey reflects on West Van’s early days ON March 26, 100 years ago, Nora Orrey came into the world.

Eight grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and three great-greatgrandchildren will help her celebrate the occasion.

Missing will be Nora’s husband, Jack and their daughters, Betty and Joan, “gone these many long years,” as Nora would say — but not forgotten.

One day in 1929, Jack Orrey, a Pacific Stage Lines driver, walked into the stage office in Bellingham.

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In 1933, they moved to Horseshoe Bay, renting a house on Bruce Street from Herb Thorpe, the unofficial

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In 1942, Thorpe came to Nora and Jack with an offer they could not refuse.

As Nora tells it, “‘Kids,’ he said, ‘You don’t have to put anything down and I will loan you the money.’”

Eight cottages on Nelson Avenue in the bay were for sale, an opportunity for the renters to become landlords. “‘You’d be smart to buy them,’ he said. And he was right.”

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and head off to their favourite fishing spot, near Bowen Island.

They’d be back home before the girls.

After supper, Jack would go off to drive the bus route from the North Vancouver ferry terminus to Horseshoe Bay and Nora would can the day’s catch.

By the time Nora and Jack bought the Nelson Avenue cottages, the Sun Salmon Derby was a popular annual event.

Nora sold raffle tickets and Jack, as president of the community association, represented the bay.

Jack also served as chief of the volunteer fire department for many years. Betty was crowned Miss West Vancouver and Joan served as maid of honour to the May queen.

The combination of Nora’s vitality and engaging conversation convinces me that we’re talking about recent events rather than

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times and people gone for many long years.

In 1993, Jack had been gone for two years, passing away a month short of their 61st wedding anniversary.

Nora sold the cottages and moved to Ambleside, where she has lived comfortably ever since. She has given up golf and bowling, but still plays bridge and crib.

Son-in-law Jack Lucas, who is frequently and cheerfully trounced at crib, has the last word.

“She’s a tough one to beat at crib,” says Lucas. “There is so much to say about Nora, I don’t know where to begin. She’s a caring person and never lets anyone down. Nora is always there to help.”

A fitting tribute for 100 years of living.

Happy birthday, Alice Lenora.

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I believe investors need to realize that they can’t predict the outcome and really don’t know how the situation will end, but need to be active in their portfolio including selling stocks that may perhaps have more risk than you are comfortable with. When the selloff began, not all sectors of the stock market came down significantly, so your advisor needs to be constantly evaluating which stocks should be held and which should be taken out of the portfolio to reduce potential losses or protect profits.

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You’ve come a long way, baby.The ’70s slogan still perfectly embodies the strides women have made around the world, including right here on the North Shore.

Back then, women had come a long way: from the oppression and inequality of the early 1900s — when they worked long hours for little pay and had no voting rights — to the decade known for “secondwave feminism,” which addressed de facto inequalities, sexuality, family, the workplace and reproductive rights.

Today, women have come even further.

The new millennium has witnessed a significant change and attitudinal shift in both women’s and society’s thoughts about women’s equality and emancipation. Girls are welcomed into university, women have choices about career and family;There are female astronauts and prime ministers,

more women in the boardroom, greater equality in legislative rights, and an increased awareness of women as role models.

One hundred years ago, in 1911, the first InternationalWomen’s Day was more of a call to action than a celebration. Honoured in Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland, more than one million women and men attended rallies campaigning for women’s rights to work, vote, be trained, to hold public office and end discrimination.

We owe much to those women and men, and now as we recognize 100 years of IWD this month, there is much to celebrate. Now an official holiday around

the world, thousands of events are taking place to inspire women and celebrate their achievements.A global web of diverse activities connects women — ranging from political rallies, business conferences, government activities and networking events through to local craft markets, theatric performances, fashion parades and more.

This month, we honour women who strive to do more, be more and to blaze their own path.

For all of us:make every day International Women’s Day.Help ensure that the future for girls is bright,equal,safe and rewarding. ❧

Holly Back celebrates her career & community connections As a businesswoman, teacher, local politician and tireless volunteer, Holly Back has made a career out of blurring the lines between education and employment, customers and community.

students full-time employment as well. I can basically guarantee 100 per cent job placement. So I called back some of my old students from Carson and we got the salon and the school going at the same time. It’s been fantastic.We have “Our community is our life,” says Back, also supplied maybe 90 per cent of the owner of Holly’s Salons & Schools.“If we salons on the North Shore with staff. I didn’t support our community I wouldn’t feel it brought salons together rather than feel very good about myself. competing with each other. I I’ve had three children go always say there are enough through our school system people who need haircuts so I obviously support the “Our for everybody. I think it’s schools.We have a client who made us work together community asked us to support A Breast rather than against each is our life...” in a Boat and I know a few other.” people with breast cancer.

Almost everything people are In order to keep those fundraising for touches your people walking in the door, life in some way, so it’s hard to say no.”

Back makes a big effort to get outside, both to promote her business and give After leaving a teaching position at back to the community.

Carson Graham secondary in 1998, the lifelong NorthVancouver resident decided “If I don’t go out into the community, to fuse her experiences in hairdressing who is going to know I’ve got a business?” and education. It’s a novel business model she asks.“My business depends on the — a hairdressing school and salon under public.” one roof.

Just how many different causes and teams “I was starting the school but I really and fundraisers has the school and salon wanted to have the salon so I could offer supported?

Holly’s Salons & Schools

“Hundreds.” Back says without hesitation.

“We just did Cops for Cancer.We sponsor all the schools.We probably get asked once or twice a week for sponsorship. Our only policy is that anyone who is a client of ours, we will support their fundraising event. But seriously, there’s hundreds.”

In between launching her own charity events, picking up a Best Employer award from the NorthVancouver Chamber of Commerce and 11 consecutive North Shore News Readers’ Choice awards, Back also found time in 2008 to be elected to the board of the North Vancouver school district.

“I think we need an emphasis on careers that we don’t have yet. I’m not saying that (being a school trustee) is volunteer work because there is pay, but I think it’s a great way to give back at a higher level.You put in a lot of time.”

Yet another of Back’s side projects is to try and break the stigma of men working in hairdressing, an effort that has led top

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American hair stylist Philip Wilson to send his son Ross north to learn at the 14th and Lonsdale school.

“I’d like to break that stereotype and go back to what they were in the ’60s,when they were a bunch of hot guys with British accents,” laughs Back.

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Stylish, Savvy & Service-Driven Unique in any area, but notable in Edgemont Village is the above average number of businesses owned and operated by women. Mentoring one another, cross marketing and finding ways to work, be supportive and respectful of each other has made this small community of women driven businesses very successful over the years.

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the individual personalities of their customers.

Owner SherryViolette provides a beautiful selection of silver and gold jewellery, much of it hand made by local artisans. Like her father before her, Sherry also provides repair services for jewellery, watches and clocks, and they have been voted the North Shore’s Favourite Jeweller twice.

For 21 years, MarleneTate, At Giftworks, on the corner of owner ofTrims, has been providing ...above average Edgemont Boulevard and Highland, the Lowermainland with exclusive number of Roberta Perrin has built a lines of high-end artificial flowers, reputation for bringing a selection businesses unique seasonal novelties and free of truly unique gift ideas under one owned and customer design services. Known for roof. From paintings and jewelry to operated by her fabulous window displays and local pottery, art glass, specialty baby eclectic creativity, Marlene uses her women. gifts and more, you’re bound to find design skills to help her customers something you can’t get anywhere to just “FAKE IT”. else. Committed to supporting the community, over 50% of their products are Canadian made.

Just mention La Galleria Fine Foods to anyone and you’ll conjure up images of luscious, fresh At Pizazz, Roberta’s second location, she brings sandwiches, salads, pastas, home made soups the same quality-oriented focus to offering the full and deli treats. Sisters Yohana and Mischela line of Pandora jewelry, fine linens from Europe, Immanuel and their dedicated crew have custom furniture fromVancouver Island and more earned the North Shore News Readers’ Choice unique gift ideas.

Favourite Deli and Sandwich Bar Awards seven If your focus is on eyewear, SharynWebber’s years in a row and there’s always a fine selection Highland Optical is a full service, award winning of Italian pastas, oils and more on their shelves. optical boutique with a lively, fun atmosphere.

Sandra Bodnarchuk’s Zig Zag Fashions has Sharyn’s handpicked product lines assure your been serving the North Shore for over a decade. distinction, and her licensed team’s dedication to She shops the world to uncover the latest trends technological education and personal service add in fashion, footwear and accessories. to their renown.Also dedicated to New, seasonal products, feature her community, Sharyn has served designers from Simon Chang to Fly ...we are more than a decade as Edgemont’s Shoes, offering something for every Event Coordinator, & ensures that connected to occasion. Zig Zag is renowned for Highland Optical is prominent at all of our residents their distinctive and incomparable their neighborhood events. shoe selection, winning them the in a very Specializing in the latest in golf wear, in North Shore News Readers personal way... summer, you will also be delighted to Choice Favourite Shoe Store Award see Reen Collins’ wide selection of multiple times. smart casual wear, perfect for today’s lifestyle for Thrifty? On a budget? Love a bargain? Got an men and women.The focus is on quality, comfort, eye for style/someone else’s style?ThenThe affordable prices, and always friendly personalized Comeback is precisely the clothing store for you. service.Womens sizes include petite as well as Elda Bolton’s much lauded consignment store regular, and mens sizes from Small to XXL.You will has served both North and WestVancouver be pleased to see what they offer, and how well for 20 years selling only the finest, gently worn you will be treated. garments.Always paying close attention to current If a new look is what you’re looking for, Deborah’s trends and colours; you can enhance your current Place Hair Studio is ready to help your whole wardrobe with a delicious designer find or build family. From hair and skin care to nails and more, from scratch with style guide Elda, winner for 10 DeborahTurton and her team know how to consecutive years in their category in the North help you look your very best. Offering the latest Shore News Reader’s Choice Awards.

Aveda and Davines products, you get a healthy, Staying informed about the latest immune booster beautiful look AND respect the environment. It’s a during cold season or how to alleviate headaches great win-win. naturally can be mind boggling unless you have Opened to offer ‘tween’ aged girls an ageGoli Massah of Healthworks advising you. Goli appropriate fashion alternative to the diva or offers her customers experience and knowledge flirt look, Elena Grant’s Sofiabella gives girls with a compassionate approach coupled with the opportunity to dress with confidence and excellent service and a wide selection of vitamins stand out rather than just fitting in.With the and supplements. Goli or one of her experienced latest looks in special occasion party dresses, tops, staff members will be happy to assist! bottoms, outerwear and accessories, Sofiabella is Our EdgemontVillage situation remains very committed to helping your young lady reach her unique in that geographically we lay in the heart of full potential. a community. So as a collection of women driven Edgemont Village Jeweller is a unique “gem” of businesses we are connected to our residents in a store specializing in Canadian diamonds and a very personal way... many of us have children in coloured gemstones. For 23 years their designer’s schools/daycares together, we live in the area, we unbound creativity has been captured in their pay the same taxes, we share the same dreams; one-of-a-kind custom pieces designed to reflect for ourselves and for them.Women to women.

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Dr. Debra Rovinelli Dr. Debra Rovinelli has enjoyed care professionals along with pre and practicing optometry on the North post laser surgery care Shore for over 25 years!This began 3.We fit and dispense all types of contact when WestVancouver Optometry Clinic lenses including those opened its doors in the for astigmatism and to Dundarave area of West correct reading problems.

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Posy - a labour of love blossoming in Lynn Valley Kristin Ames was enjoying a successful “Because we’re a neighborhood shop, career as a professional accountant in the our customers have varying degrees of golf business when she realized it might knowledge about flowers,” says Kristin, be time for a big change. She was looking “I love being able to help someone who for a new challenge when an idea began knows nothing about flowers make the to bloom. perfect choice.The personal relationships I’ve formed “Once I took “I’d always had creative with my customers are my first hobbies,” says Kristin.“I even some of the most rewarding went to interior design professional aspects of my business.They school at night after I finished floral design are passionate about the my accounting designation course I was same things I am and it’s because it was so much hooked.” so much fun to share ideas fun. I’ve always had an back and forth.When we entrepreneurial spirit and get a really great color or decided it was time to shift the balance variety of flower I will often think‘I know in my life from business to creative, so starting my own creative business seemed just who will love this!’” like the perfect fit. I had been working It’s Kristin’s attention with flowers on my own for years, to detail and real but once I took my first professional floral understanding of design course I was hooked, and her customers that 8 months later I opened Posy.” makes Posy such a valuable resource Today, located in LynnValleyVillage, Posy for people. is a boutique flower shop where the emphasis is on personal service, variety “Hard work and the quality of your experience once and a positive you walk in the door. attitude will get you everywhere.”

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shooter at registration—the perky, peppery Don Julio Tequila Snap Crackle & Drop artfully tailored to match my ‘Radical/Sociable/Passionate’ personality.

Evidently it worked! In seconds I was primed and ready to move on to bigger (and better) things, such as: the (not at all sweet tasting) Grand Marnier Grand Splash (a recipe we’ll definitely revisit come summer); and the seductively creamy Appalachian Flip, a far too dangerously

quaffable concoction of soonto-arrive Root (made from sassafras, sarsaparilla, birch bark and other roots and herbs) with pale ale and egg white.

We’ve seen people carve everything from polar bears to salmon-clutching eagles out of blocks of ice. However, nothing really quite compares to the technical prowess displayed by Hendrick’s ambassador Jon Santer, as he deftly reduced a giant block of ice to near-usable mini-bricks with his trusty (and definitely oil-free) electric chainsaw.

It definitely helped put the buzz into superstar mixologist Charlotte Voisey’s informative primer on the history of ice.

Long ago, in another city, I was introduced to the joys of Beefeater Gin by my eccentric (and therefore favourite) late uncle Rick — who, among other things, drove a secondhand London taxi and was a reservist with the Honourable Artillery Company. Part of those activities involved getting dressed up as a pikeman and musketeer, occasionally with some Yeomen connections.

Which led him to believe that no self-respecting Londoner

would use anything other than Beefeater to make what I’m sure was the driest martini on earth. As for Vermouth?

“Just show it the cap, my boy.”

Maybe for that reason I appreciated an informative chat from Beefeater master distiller Desmond Payne (who insists he’s “the oldest gin distiller on the planet”).

Payne delivered the perfect potted history of London gin, along with three excellent recipes: a perfect Collins; a revival of the classic Vancouver Cocktail (that used to be served at the Sylvia Hotel’s “Dine in the Sky”); and this classic morning pick me up, The English Breakfast Cocktail, which is made as follows: 2 oz. Beefeater — 24 Tea Infused Gin 1 oz. freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 oz. egg white ½ oz. sugar syrup ½ tsp. marmalade Shake with crushed ice, strain and garnish with zested orange peel. Serve . . . in a teacup.

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Pitch-In Canada — Operation Clean Sweep: A national

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TRAVEL

Eurail Pass a true ticket to adventure Discover continent at your leisure hopping on and off regional trains John Masters

Meridian Writers’ Group

BRATISLAVA, Slovakia — OK, here’s the first thing you should know about buying a Eurail Global Pass: even though it’s good in 22 countries across Europe, the continent has more than 22 countries.

If you foolishly plot a journey from point A to point B through one of these non-Eurail Pass lands, as happened to me, you’ll pay extra for the portion of your journey that goes through it — Slovakia, for example. You may, however, decide it’s worthwhile.

The Eurail Pass began in 1959 when a handful of European nations wanted to fill empty first-class seats during the slow summer months. Europe was still recovering from the Second World War, but North Americans had money, so it was pitched to them: buy one ticket, see everything.

Now there are four passes, covering travel in just one country or as many as all 22, and for varying amounts of time. My Global Pass, for example, is good for any 10 days within two months of the first time I use it. It costs about 600 euros.

It’s not quite a one-price-covers-all ticket anymore, though. Besides the extra charge if your route crosses one of the few non-Eurail lands (the only big one is the United Kingdom, but it also includes Poland and much of the Western Balkans), you also pay a premium to use any of the elite, high-speed European trains — France’s TGV and Germany’s Thalys, for example — for which reservations are required. Overnight trains with sleepers cost more, too.

Where you really get your money’s worth with a Eurail Pass is on regional trains. No supplement is required and you can simply hop on and off at will. These slower services also let you see a lot more of the countryside.

Which is how it comes to pass that, at 3:45 in the morning, I’m looking out on the orange-sodium-lit rail yards in Bratislava, the Slovakian capital, where our overnight train from Prague to Budapest has paused to shunt cars. This activity has woken me from a sound sleep and for a moment I wonder if it would have been smarter to have taken a couple of day trains and gone via Vienna instead. I’d have slept in a hotel and saved the cost of the ticket supplement, since going from Prague to Budapest by way of Austria would have avoided Slovakia. But while the supplement price wasn’t great, this was the only night train, and I really wanted to take a night train through Eastern Europe.

The Bratislava rail yards at night, silent but for us, are oddly compelling: it’s like waking up in a scene from a Cold War– era espionage film. I keep straining to see someone wearing a fedora and a trench coat, standing between the tracks, casting a long shadow under the eerie orange lights and waiting for . . . what? I don’t, of course, but the entire experience—the dead-of-night rail yards and creaking, warm, well-worn train, its narrow corridors and cramped compartments filled by an exotic assortment of families, strangers and perhaps spies — is something I’m glad not to have missed, even if I’ve inadvertently strayed off the Eurail map.

If you go: For more information visit the Eurail Group website at www.eurailtravel.com.

photo John Masters

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It’s not the service dog that helps its handler, yet I am aware of how wonderful that bond is. Nor is it the family pet that offers a snuggle to a sick child, although I have seen Piper do this on a number of occasions.

It is the scene between an elderly man who strolls through my neighborhood every morning as he walks his fox terrier.

Both the man and his dog are quite aged.

The fox terrier moves stiffly as he shuffles through his little trot, leading his senior charge down the street, who moves just as stiffly. The two of them walk, every day, rain or shine at the same time and the same route, like clockwork.

The other day I watched the two of them walk through a weather pattern typical of our spring. It was sunny at one end of the street and by the time he reached the bend in front of my house it was pouring outside.

I watched him pick up his little dog and tuck him into the inside of his jacket close to his heart; then he bundled himself up with the scarf around his neck and the two carried on their walk in the downpour.

Today, as I sat in the widow of a local coffee shop, I watched the two of them walk up the steep hill that leads back to their home.

Nearing the top of the hill, they began to slow their pace and the little dog began to lag behind.

Then the man gently picked up his dog and again tucked him into his jacket while he maintained a slow but steady pace up the hill.

The affection, trust and loyalty that these two share was very obvious and as I watched I felt inclined to turn my gaze away as if I was intruding on a very private moment shared by the two.

That scene remained with me for the rest of the day and I began thinking that those two could very well have been together for 15 or maybe 20 years. I then began to imagine what kind of a life they have shared together in those years.

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this have a dog in their life, somehow, be it their own or the occasional visitation from a friend, neighbour or relative.

But how many of us really take the time to get to know our dogs?

Besides making sure he or she is fed, walked and done their business, how does your dog fit into the evolution of your life?

Is he a buddy that you play fetch with? A babysitter for the kids that gets shipped off to the doggie daycare or dog walker during the day? A running partner? Or do you use the words best friend or companion?

I bet if I was to ask that elderly man how he described his dog, he would surely say, “Oh he’s just my dog” but you would see a spark in his eyes, hear a tone in his voice that expressed an unspoken affection and most importantly a feeling deep within the heart that defies description.

All of us have the ability to have an enduring relationship with our dogs that adds to our lives not only in the physical realm of everyday activities but in the realm of our personal growth — call it a spiritual evolution.

While playing at the park certainly builds a fun friendship, the unconditional love is built in the quiet moments while your dog rests his head on your lap after a long day at work, licks your tears when you are feeling blue or when you make a sacrifice in your life for your dog’s comfort.

There is far more to having a dog than what is visible to the eye; it is what happens within us as we take the time to slow down and listen.

A dog is for life and there is a reason for that, because it takes the lifetime of a dog, if not more, for us to learn the lessons of love and joy that they so willingly wish to share with us.

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Flute

Lily

Milo

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Jenny

George

About 4 years old, neutered.

Likes sitting on the couch with his blanket and toys.

Flute is an Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler mix. She is a 5 month old spayed female. Flute is very social with people and dogs. She is always in the mood for a good belly rub!

Lily is a beautiful Siamese mix.

She is an 8 year old spayed female.

Lily is looking for a couch to retire on to sit and relax in the sun. She is very friendly with people.

Milo is a 2 year old Domestic Medium Haired Cream Tabby. He is a Neutered Male. Milo is still very playful with toys and people. He loves attention but not too much. He would need a home that can get him used to being brushed.

Jenny is a Domestic Short Haired Brown Tabby. She is about 9 months old and a spayed female. Her and her best friend Cyrus (a 10 month old female who looks just like her ) would love to go together.

George is a great age where he’s done with his kitten & young adult antics but is still playful & curious. He loves to cuddle up on laps & will sleep next to your legs for hours if you let him. He loves his belly rubbed. No dogs please.

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I like to shoulder surf & am very interested in what you’re doing, especially if it involves a warm computer or reading lamp.

Miss Kitty has a wonderful sweet disposition & is one of the prettiest cats you will ever see. She loves to be around people. Her dream is to be adopted by someone who will pay attention to her with cuddling & lots of love.

Hi, I like everybody. I am a young M. Beagle who would love a family who will exercise and play with me and continue to train me to be the best I can be. I am very smart and like to please.

I am a male 1 yr. old Puggle who needs a secure home with no children. I am quite energetic and weigh about 30 lb. I get along with other dogs but I have not been treated nicely by humans so will need continued training and FLC.

I am a happy PB Vizsla who is approx.

7 yr. old. I love to go to the beach, play in the forest and go camping. I am good with other dogs and great with kids but have not lived with a cat. I would prefer a home where I am not left alone all the time.

Jess is a sweet natured, gentle, S.F. 7 yr. old retriever who lost her home because of owner’s illness. She is good with other dogs and older children and has ignored cats outside. She is not a high energy dog but does enjoy regular walks.

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Speedy English Pointer about 2 yr. old. He needs a home where he will get lots of exercise and continued training. He is calm in the house and is friendly and affectionate.

He would be a wonderful companion for an active couple without kids or cats.

Blazer is a gorgeous, active, strong 16 mo. old N M Weimaraner with an awesome disposition who needs an energetic Weimappreciative owner who will continue his training. He is good with dogs and kids but needs lots of exercise. No cats!

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Lucy-lou can’t understand why she has not been adopted yet. A lovely, 4 yr old girl who is longing for a home of her own.

She needs an experienced owner who will provide her with the exercise she needs.

Not good with young children.

Our little jumping bean. She is full of beans and loves her long walks in the park. Roxy is 1 yr old and enjoys other dogs and has not fussed over cats so far. Roxy is spayed, healthy and ready to join an active, dog experienced home with no young children.

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GERMAN SHEPHERD RESCUE OF BC GSDrescue@shaw.ca GREYHAVEN www.greyhaven.bc.ca PACIFIC ANIMAL FOUNDATION www.pacificanimal.org 604-986-8124 RABBIT ADVOCACY GROUP OF BC www.rabbitadvocacy.com 604-924-3192 SPCA BURNABY www.spca.bc.ca/burnaby 604-291-7201 VOKRA Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue www.vokra.ca 604-731.2913 WEST VAN SPCA www.spca.bc.ca/westvancouver 604-922-4622 WESTCOAST REPTILE SOCIETY www.wspcr.com 604-980-1929

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In Memoriam

MCKEE Fredrick Robert February, 20, 1922 - March 20, 2008

In loving memory of my dear husband Fred Forever loved.

Deeply missed.

Love Peggy

DAVIES,

Passed away quietly March 22, 2006.

Russell and Margaret

Russell passed away February 11, 2011, age 80. Margaret, his wife of 61yrs, passed away February18, 2011, age 81.

Sadly missed by sons Paul, David & Lyndon & families. A memorial service will be held April 1st 2011 at NLUC 3380 Lonsdale Ave North Vancouver at 1pm.

Lovingly remembered by his wife, Kathy; forever in my heart.

Obituaries

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Obituaries

LEVACK - Michael Daniel (Dan) Dan passed away peacefully at Lions Gate Hospital on March 10, 2011 at the age of 91. He is survived by his loving wife Marie, daughter Karen Proctor, son John (Donna), and 4 grandchildren, Mike, Greg, Katrina and Karson.

Dan was born in Alberta, moving to Vancouver in his late teenage years, where he joined the Army.

He was stationed in Jamaica during WW2, where he developed his taste For his favorite beverage. He married Marie Jorgensen on June 30, 1951 and settled in North Vancouver. Dan retired at the age of 63 and enjoyed a great long life. He was a kind, gentle, loving husband, father and Papa. He will be sorely missed. No service by request.

'Gone Fishing'

In Memoriam

Pamela V. Eliot (1951 - 2010) On the occassion of the 1st death anniversary of our Pam Eliot who sadly passed away on March 21, 2010, we wish to remember with fondness her love for and devotion to family that were compellingly complemented with her giving nature, which characterized her successful professional and personal life both in Canada and the Philippines. To mark her passing, the loved ones she left behind and people at large awarded Pam posthumously with several testimonials & plaques recognizing her services to the community of North Vancouver. In her native Surigao, Philippines, construction of a “Gawad Kalinga - Pam Eliot Free-Housing Legacy” in a familydonated 1.2 hectare land has been started. As well, negotiations for a Surigao rural bank administered micro-finance almost interest-free lending project, financed by her family’s resources, are underway. We deeply miss Pam, but are somewhat consoled by the fact that family and friends continue to honor her memory kindly, and with reverence and respect.

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DOG LOST, 12 yr old Keeshond (Haley), Mar 10th @ Brothers Creek Millstream W. Van. She needs medication, tattooed, Reward, 604-922-7893

POCKETT - Kelly Nicole Dec. 11, 1987- Mar. 15, 2011 North Vancouver, BC Kelly passed away peacefully March 15, 2011 after a courageously fought eight days following a car accident in the Okanagan. Kelly was predeceased by her mother Elaine, and will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her father Ken, and her brothers Jeff, Kevin and Kyle. It is a comfort to the family to know she departed this world with her soul mate Mike Gibson, and our prayers and condolences are with the Gibson family. The outpouring of support for Kelly serves as a visceral reminder of how lucky we all were to know such a beautiful person, and how sorrowfully she will be missed. Kelly’s unique charm, her passion for life, her deep blue eyes and unforgettable smile will live on in our memories and our hearts forever and always. Please join us in remembering Kelly at Highland United Church at 3255 Edgemont Blvd, North Vancouver on Tuesday March 22, 2011 starting at 2:00PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Canuck Place Children’s Hospice at www.canuckplace.org.

8th January 1919 - 5th March 2011

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HILLMAN- Ruth Audrey (nee Page) Ruth was born in Vancouver and moved to North Vancouver in 1950. Predeceased by the love of her life, Bob, in 1988. Survived by her brother, Dick (Sylvia), sons Bob (Jean) and Russ (Jill), daughter Lesley (Troy Vassos) and grandchildren Russell (Giny), Graeme (Kristy), Rob, Christian, and Paige, and great grandchildren Sabrina and Brandon. Ruth was cherished by family and friends alike. Always a lady, she was imbued with a strong sense of purpose and valued dearly her family, faith, country, and British heritage.

Cheerful and lots of fun, she was the perfect Mother and Grandmother. Her home was full of love, laughter, great baking, cooking and a happy quirkiness.

Ruth’s family was blessed with her warmth, caring, and wealth of stories. Mom had a deep abiding faith and in her own words; 'I’m off to see your Dad’. She will be deeply and fondly missed. Please contact the family for funeral service details.

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BEESLEY- Elsie passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 8th, 2011 at the age of 97. She was born in Liverpool. Elsie will be lovingly remembered by her son; Ron and his wife Jan, grandchildren; Lorenne(Michael) and Andrew. Many thanks to the caring staff at Evergreen House.

A Memorial Service will be held at St. Stephen’s Church, 855 22nd Street, West Vancouver, B.C. on Friday April 1st, 2011 at 11:00am.

Hollyburn Funeral Home 604-922-1221 www.hollyburnfunerals.com

JEFF TILBURY

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SIGMUND, Terrance (‘Terry’) R. CGA Jan. 23, 1946 to Feb. 26, 2011 With great sadness we announce Terry’s passing, all too soon. He was predeceased by his father, Richard; survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Joanna, daughters Sharla (Craig), Teri Anne (Sean), son Dylan (Annie), cherished grandchildren, Benjamin, James, Kaylie, JeanBaptiste and Alice. Also survived by his mother Irene, sister Judy (Tom) and extended family Susann and Nancy. Terry operated a successful accounting practice on the North Shore for 40 years. He was a long time member of the Britannia Lions Rugby Club where he played and coached for several years and through the rugby community made many longtime friendships.

Saturdays in winter were spent watching rugby matches and summers brought thoughts of the cool waters of the West Coast and fishing for the big one, a great passion. All who knew Terry will fondly remember him for his keen sense of humour, his generosity and his deep love for his family and friends. A celebration of Terry’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please forward a donation to the charity of one’s choice.

RASMUSSEN Else Margrete Juhl July 7, 1919 - March 4, 2011 Born in Copenhagen Denmark and immigrated to Canada in 1952.

She worked at Eaton’s Shoe Dept. Vancouver and retired from Eaton’s Park Royal in 1983.

Else passed away peacefully with her family at her side.

Else is survived by her daughters Birgit (Ted) and Sonja (John) her 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

She will be deeply missed by all.

LYLE - Daeleen Susan Sept 30, 1967 - Feb 22, 2011 In remembrance of a very loving daughter, sister and friend. Not a day goes bye that we don’t think of you. Forever loved and forever missed. Daeleen is survived by her dad Earl Lyle (Ruth Lyle), her mother Maureen McNaughton and her two sisters Carolyn and Lori.

Hollyburn Funeral Home 604-922-1221 www.hollyburnfunerals.com

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FOUND, GOLD watch 16th and Bellevue Liquor store area on Wednesday 16th March. Call Ian at 604-218-9955 to identify/describe.

Intensive paid training program and field development.

FOUND IN North Vancouver: wireless earpiece for mobile phone. Call to identify (604) 990-4685.

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FOUND, SINGLE key with an animal head key cover at Peters Road just up the hill from Lynn Valley Road on Thursday a.m.

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FOUND SWIM BAG, pink mesh, March14/15, 300 blk W 15th St, North Van. Call 604-986-1857 LOST BROWN wallet with I.D’s. in N. Van. .' Reward. call 604- 247-0345 or 604-761-3718 LOST, REWARD. Gent’s watch lost in area of John Lawson Park, West Van, Apr 16 between 4 & 5pm. Baume & Mercier, black leather strap, gold case, rectangular face, white dial. Sentimental value. Please call Scot at 778.384.6148.

SCOTT, Margaret Christy (Jackson), passed away at Lions Gate Hospital on March 8, 2011 at the age of 93. She is lovingly survived by her children, Heather Stephens, Rob Scott and Jennifer Scott, grandchildren Cristin, Sean and Cait and great-grandchildren Trinity, Kai, Maren, sisters Alice Wagner and Nancy Spencer. She was predeceased by her husband, Dr. William R. Scott. A Celebration of Margaret’s Life will be held at Hillside Church, 870 Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver, B.C. V7J 1Z7 on March 27th, 2011 at 3:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to ReachOut to Africa, Parkgate RPO, PO Box 30052, North Vancouver, B.C. Canada V7H 2Y8. Mom was a light in the world to those who knew her and an inspiration to all who value graciousness, kindness, patience and love, when dealing with their fellow man.

VEUGER - Matthew Peter. It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Matthew on March 09, 2011 at the tender age of 3, after a brave and courageous battle with Leigh’s Disease.

Matthew’s contagious smile and incredible zest for life will live on forever in the hearts of his family: Mom and Dad Cynthia and Dave, best friend and big sister Caitlin, Granny and Grandpa Suzanne and Peter Veuger, Nana and Poppy Helen and John Parker, Oma and Opa Helen Ford and Dieter Spillner; Uncles and Aunts Andrew and Yvette Veuger, Derek Spillner, Jason Spillner and Nicole Nicholson, and Chrystal Risley; Cousins Ashley, Lucas, Kya, Calista, Alexander and Krish; as well as a large extended family. Family, friends and their children are invited to share stories of Matthew and attend a Celebration of Life on Monday, March 28th at 1:00 at the Hollyburn Country Club, 950 Cross Creek Road, West Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, donations in Matthew’s memory can be made to Canuck Place Children’s Hospice, a place he loved to visit.

Carolyn Porter

would like to extend their thanks to all the extended family and friends who gave flowers and cards, cooked, and donated to MS and Cancer Societies in her name.

The help, love, consideration and donations have made a difficult time for us much easier and more manageable.

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Coming Events CALL FOR CRAFTERS

On April 9th, 2011, 10am - 2pm the Crafter Coordinators for the Saint Thomas Aquinas High School craft fair are holding a Jury for our Christmas craft fair being held November 6th, 2011.

Participation is on a first come, first serve basis.

Exhibitors’ art or crafts will be subject to the approval of a jury to ensure they are hand made by the submitting artist. Only arts and crafts accepted by the jury may be sold or exhibited at the craft fair.

The jury will take place at Saint Thomas Aquinas High School, 541 West Keith Road, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1M5.

For more info please check our website: www.aquinas.org/craftfair or send us an email: craftfair@aquinas.org or call the information line at (604) 987-4431 ext.201.

Thank you to all of you.

1010 We would like to extend our most heartfelt thanks to all and everyone of our dear family and friends who shared our sorrow in Vancouver and from all over the world by telephone, fax and email, and by attending the ceremony celebrating the inspiring and impactful life of our eternally beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, Dr. Hamid Moussavian.

He has always been and will be with us forever.

Moussavian, Ziai and related families

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CLYDE SMALL MOTORS Is Alive and Well

WE ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS AS USUAL! Come & See us at

1347 Ambleside Lane, West Van or call 604-926-2120

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FEATURED EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT IAM CARES SOCIETY

Helping people with physical, mental &/or emotional barriers find employment for over 15 years.

Telephone: (604) 990-0800 #303 Capilano Mall, 935 Marine Drive North Vancouver TTY: (604) 990-0877 • FAX: (604) 990-0888 Funded by the Provincial Government

Serving the Lower Mainland

AUDI BRAND SPECIALIST Capilano Audi requires a motivated, positive and enthusiastic professional to join our top-performing sales team at our new North Vancouver location. We are in particular seeking an Audi Brand Specialist to help address the needs of our ever-growing clientele.

Therefore, previous sales experience and fluency in Mandarin are strong assets. Also required: • A valid BC Drivers License • A clean driver’s abstract We provide an extremely competitive remuneration with six-figure income earning potential to top-performers and an opportunity for career growth within a highly established brand.

Please email your resume to: susan@capvwaudi.com No phone calls please

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Accounting

EXPERIENCED BOOKKEEPER Req for growing North Van Bookkeeping Firm; F/T; familiar w/ MS Office, Simply & Quickbooks; MUST be able to work with minimal supervision; compensation commensurate w/ exp; email resume & salary expectation to: anne_advantage@shawbiz.ca.

No phone calls please. We will only contact short listed candidates.

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Beauticians/ Barbers

CHAIRS & room for rent in high end salon in Lower Lonsdale.

Parking avail. Call 604-551-3038

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General Employment

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LAWN & Garden Co. seeking a full time person, (no students) for lawn mowing, weedeating, blowing, hedge trimming and basic gardening. $10-$12/hr. Can increase with experience. Valid Drivers License and able to drive a standard a must.

Reply: lawnhoppers@live.ca

www.acmelab.com

Earn extra cash to supplement your current income or pay off your bills. Now hiring delivery contractors for the Sun, Province & National Post in the West Vancouver area. Must have reliable winterized vehicle and be available from 2am to 6am daily.

Earn up to $900/mo.

Call to find the route closest to you.

778-968-4400

NORTH SHORE Interior tropical plant company requires a f/t mon-fri interior plant maintenance person.

Must have reliable transportation. Mileage paid.

Salary depends on individual.

Fax resume to 604-980-3187 or email to clp@shawbiz.ca

North Shore Neighbourhood House is currently recruiting for an Executive Director due to impending retirement.

We are looking for a star with a great attitude and a desire to keep the House going for another 75 years.

Required Immediately

RCA’s

who are willing to work with live-in clients on the North Shore.

Car preferred We offer competitive wages, benefits and a great team environment Please send your resume to Fax: 604 980-6351 or Email: pcambell1@ wecarecanada.com

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• Considerable familiarity with financial management, budget development and monitoring, and program evaluation with a not-for-profit or social services agency.

• Experience in program development, planning and implementation within a community non-profit context.

• Demonstrated experience in developing working relationships with a wide range of professionals, government personnel and members of government (local and provincial), funders and potential funders, donors, members of the community and staff.

If you believe that you have what it takes to lead this organization we want to hear from you.

Please submit a resume and covering letter including your salary expectations by March 31, 2011 to: Lisa Hubbard Director of Child Care Services North Shore Neighbourhood House lhubbard@nsnh.bc.ca

Where do you want to work this spring?

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Wrangle yourself a great job.

LANDSCAPE CREW POSITION Energetic, experience an asset.

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We are looking for a ★ F/T & P/T Kitchen Help ★ P/T Server Please drop off resume: 1660 Pemberton Ave, North Vancouver.

FRONT DESK/COFFEE SHOP Part Time becoming Full Time May 1st. Front desk experience and or basic bookkeeping/coffee shop server. Part weekends & day and evening shifts. Start @ $11.91/hr to $15.88 + benefits.

Pls email resume + references to: chris@lynnwoodinn.com

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Office Personnel

OFFICE RECEPTIONIST & SCHEDULER North Shore window covering retailer is seeking an office Receptionist & Scheduler with confident phone skills. You are fluent in English, computer savvy, outgoing, detail oriented and highly organized.

Pay is $15 per hour (+ Bonus + Benefits).

Email resume to northshoreaa@yahoo.ca

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Retail Sales

Retail Vitamin Sales Clerk with experience required for flexible Part Time 1 to 3 days per week incl. Sat. $17-$20/hr depending on experience.

Must be fluent in English.

Drop resume at 2470 Marine Dr. West Van or Fax to 604-922-1464

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Trades/Technical

CARPENTER SUPERVISOR Supervise & train carpenters, apprentices & laborers. Establish schedules & productivity. Resolve problems. Ensure safety standards are met. Prepare schedules/ reports. Requisition materials.

Wage: $28/hr, 40 hrs/wk, permenant. Greater Vancouver Area.

Fax: 1.866.900.2083 Woodworks Custom Developments

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4 WHEEL walker, with seat & basket $125; 21 spd bike $140; blender $8. 604-986-7038 HOSPITAL BED, electric, with mattress, brand new, $1400 obo.

Wheelchair, Quickie 2, collapsible, brand new, paid $4000 sell $2000 Call 604-987-5493

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ROOFER FOREMAN INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL Top Rates & Benefits Call:604-433-1813

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FULL TIME PERSONAL OFFICE ASSISTANT For Realtor in Burnaby office. ● must be highly organized ● computer literate ● excellent phone skills ● fluent in oral & written English ● must hold a valid driver’s lic. ● starting wage $14 per/hr.

Fax resume to 604-929-5235 or email to: sor@istar.ca

Granite Floor lamp, old world style, used in hotel lobby.$250 obo. Pls call 602.808.6223.

LOVESEAT, CREAM leather, excellent condition. $250 obo. call 604-980-8050

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FEATURED EMPLOYMENT

The ideal candidate will have at minimum: • A minimum of five to ten years experience in a senior leadership position with a not-for-profit or social services agency.

Home Support

C-LOVERS

VANCOUVER’S LARGEST Lawn and Property Maintenance Company pays $120-$360 DAILY for outdoor Spring/Summer work.

Hiring honest, competitive, and energetic individuals to fill our various 2011 positions.

Apply online @ www.propertystarsjobs.com

WEST COAST Chandlery Shop and Retail Marine Sales requires an experienced Manager. Please send resume with experience and references in complete confidence to: chandlery99@yahoo.com

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LABORATORY ASSISTANT

Acme Analytical Laboratories (Vancouver), a premier BC mining laboratory, is looking to fill various Laboratory Assistant positions in Vancouver. Must be able to handle up to 40 lbs as some heavy manual labor may be required. Experience in a lab environment an asset but training will be provided.

Starting wage of approximately $12 (combination of base hourly rate and daily production bonus).

Detailed descriptions of the various positions are available on Acme’s website:

General Employment

Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General Giftware Manager Our busy West Vancouver store located in the beautiful Caulfeild Village shopping centre is looking for an experienced team leader for our well established Giftware Department. This is a full time position that will require some traveling.

Qualifications ● Superior leadership, organizational & interpersonal skills ● Strong buying skills in giftware industry essential ● Use & interpret Point of Sales software & reports ● Exceptional merchandising & display skills ● Planning & budgeting experience We offer a competitive wage based on experience, excellent benefits and a great work environment.

If you have the qualifications to lead our department please submit your resume in confidence to:

pharmasavecaulfeildvillage@yahoo.ca

Police Board Appointment The Solicitor General is seeking part-time volunteers to serve on the West Vancouver Police Board.

As a police board member, you must: ● reside in the Municipality of West Vancouver undergo a criminal record check and personal suitability panel interview ● be prepared to commit up to 25 hours a month to fulfill board duties. The term for this appointment is one year and may be renewed up to a maximum of six years. This is an Order in Council appointment.

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A police board establishes goals as well as priorities/objectives and develops the police budget for its department. The board is also responsible for service and policy complaints related to its police department. The board hires the Police Chief and conducts performance reviews of the Chief.

Y W C A C A R E E R S E RV I C E S

We are seeking two individuals: one with a legal background in labour and employment or administrative law; the other should have experience in business, financial management, administration, public affairs or community development.

Both individuals should be strategic thinkers with a strong sense of community who have served on a governance board.

Free Job Search Programs for Men and Women: - Professionals - Immigrant professionals - General job seekers

For further information, please visit www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/police_services or phone 250.356.6676. Please submit your expression of interest by 4:30 pm, April 15, 2011, to: Assistant Deputy Minister, Policing and Security Programs Branch, Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General, PO Box 9285 Stn Prov Gov’t, Victoria, BC V8W 9J7. Fax: 250.356.7747; email: SGPoliceBoard@gov.bc.ca

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Wanted to Buy

Old Books Wanted also: Photos Postcards, Letters, Paintings. (no text books/encyclopedia) I pay cash. 604-737-0530

Childcare Wanted

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L/O NANNY req’d f/t in Squamish to care for two children. Duties: 90% childcare 10% light house duties. Must drive. Contact: zuzanaotto@hotmail.com

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Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds. www. abetterlifedogrescue.com

GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, 3 Fem, 2 males. CKC Reg. shots & vet check. $1000. 604-512-3310 www.veinottehorsefarm.ca

Daycare Centres

DEAS-DAWLISH Daycare Centre Government lic’d and subsidized.30 mths - 5 yrs. Crafts, educational activities; looked after by a qualified elementary school teacher and ECE. 433 East 12th St. North Van. 604-987-0195 Licensed Group Daycare 20 years experience 12 mos - 5 yrs. ★604-929-5799★

Cats

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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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NOTICE Is hereby given that on April 10, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. at 219 Mackay Rd. North Vancouver, B.C., the undersigned, Advanced Storage Centres will sell at Public Auction, by competitive bidding, the personal property heretofore stored with the undersigned.

Name........................Unit Gail Steveston #0782, # 0866

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GARAGE SALE

PUG PUPS fawn m/f, & parents $400 ea. Ph 604-792-6277

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Dogs

ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding $399+.

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

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BUSINESSES FOR SALE

HEALTH

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Homecare Available

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MATURE WOMAN avail for cleaning, cooking, home care, etc Live-in or out. Jane 778-928-9631

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A yearly bus pass, valid from January 1 to December 31, can be purchased for $45.

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Please call 1-866-866-0800 (press 4, then 3) to apply.

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North Delta

3 BR RANCHER, lge 66x115 lot, quiet area, rec room, cls to schls/ amens/transit. 11460-95A Ave. $424,900. For appt 604-581-6110

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Houses - Sale

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Expired Listing, No Equity, High Pymts?

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Fitness & Fun

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SUCCESSFUL WINEMAKING Store, Many customers, wellestablished. $79,000. South Vancouver. Call 778-378-7092

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★CATCH-UP SPECIALIST ★ No stress, catch up, organize and maintain 604-986-4641

Accounting/ Bookkeeping TAX RETURN FROM $35

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MINIMUM AD SIZE IS 1 COL X 1” — UNTIL MARCH 31, 2011

ROTTWEILER PUPPIES Claws/ tails done. 1st shots incl. $650.

Ready Mar22nd. 604-649-3787

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Accounting/ Bookkeeping

Pet Services

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

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AQUARIUM SERVICES Custom Aquariums & Maintenance. Residential & Com. 604-999-9949 aquaticescapes.ca

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LUXURY RELAXATION SPA 778-340-2778 1053 Marine Dr, North Van

GENTLEMEN! Attractive discreet European lady is available for company.

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PB ENGLISH Springer Spaniel puppies. 13 weeks old...black and white, liver and white. to 'good' family homes only!!! $750.00 604-505-1620

Personals

ATTRACTIVE mature European lady on North Shore for delightful bodysage. ANITA, 604-808-5589

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SHELTIE PUPS, Reg’d, shots, tatoo, fam raised. Ready for spring break $800. 604-526-9943

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Mobile Homes

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#1 - 7850 King George Blvd, Sry. 55+ year old seniors’ park.

Dbl wide 2 BR + den. 1 pet ok! $79,500. Lorraine Cauley, Royal Lepage North Star, 604-889-4874

Condos/ Townhouses

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Condos/ Townhouses

North Vancouver

Whistler-like Style Townhouse 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath w/double garage, well kept, only 4 yrs old, advanced heating & cooling system, hardwood floors and upgraded appliances. Quiet & close to everything! Don’t miss it, call now! NEW LISTING! #7-3175 Baird Road Lynn Valley, N. Vancouver

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689,000

Yoko Chen 778-688-7478

Get Your Garden Ready To Grow Find Lawn & Garden experts in the Home Services section

MINIMUM AD604-630-3300 SIZE IS 1 COL X 1” — UNTIL MARCH 31, 2011

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MOVE-IN BONUS

1 BR 21/Lonsdale, bright reno incl heat hw hardwood, ns, np, quiet adult bldg. $900. 604-904-9507

1989 Marine Drive NORTH VANCOUVER

1 BR, 3rd top flr. Apr. 1, 17th & Lonsdale, hardwood, ns, no pets $880 incl heat, 604-984-9367

INTERNATIONAL PLAZA Bach, 1 Bdrms & 2 Bdrms, 2 Baths Starting from $859

Furnished suites also avail.

City & Mtn. Views. Includes heat & hot water.

Pool, Jacuzzi, sauna & tennis courts on site.

Security & video monitoring.

On major bus route.

RENTALS 604-980-3606 rentals@capreit.net www.caprent.com

1 BR. 2 BR. 1 or 2 bath, fp, avail now. 1 yr lease, 125 W 19th, no pets, coin wd, 778-554-0537 1 BR. large, $870. mountain view, now or Apr. 1.

Gated prkg, quiet, drapes, heat incl. no pets, 1 yr lease, 321 East 2nd. 604-987-5802

1 BR $930 incl h/h/w, quiet bldg, sec prkg, central Lonsdale. 140 West 17th. 990-8262/985-1658 1 BR, bsmt, Edgemont, suits 1 quiet, n/s, n/p, $750 incl heat/ light, laundry, 604-986-6235 1 BR +den, renod, Woodcroft, view, $1165 incld all utils, gym & pool, ns, np, 604-925-6290 1 BR fully renod, upper Lonsdale, view, large, incl heat hw & cable, ns, np, avail now, 604-987-8807 100 E. ESPLANADE 1 bdrm air con, 9 ft ceiling, 7 appl, $1400; Anson Rlty 604-783-7623

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1 Br. large, new carpet, brick patio, $865 heat incl. quiet. drapes. gated or free prkg, no pets, 1 yr lease. 310 East 2nd, 604-904-0956

144 W. 14th St MARLBOROUGH TOWER

Spacious Studios from $1050 & 1 BR from $1300 w/ balconies & spectacular views, well maintained, clean, quiet concrete highrise. Fabulous Central Lonsdale location, next to library, transit, shops & cls to schools. Sorry, no pets. Heat & hot water incls.

Call 604-983-6920 to view.

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195 21st Street BELLEVUE TOWER 1 Bedroom $1450 Avail Apr 1 Prestigious bldg next to seawall.

Beautifully renovated, granite c/tops, h/w flrs, new appls, d/w new kitchen & bath rm cabinets, indoor pool. Facing NW w/ ocean views. Steps to community ctr, shops, transit & restaurants.

Sorry, No Pets.

Call 604-922-8815 to view.

2 BDRM, $1150 & $1225 Central Lons, nice quiet bldg, carpet, h/w floors, n/p, NOW, 604-988-3227 2 BIG Bdrm, by Lynn Valley Mall, incl prkg, fp, d/w, h/w. Cat ok. + heat, $1375, Apr 1. 604-780-7149

1520 CHESTERFIELD Rd. 1 br $935 No pets. 604- 990-2971 or Wkends 778-340-7406

Your 3 Easy Steps to Finding a Pre-Owned Vehicle

2 BR, 149 W. 20 St., $1050, new paint & carpet, prkg, close to Lonsdale, ns, np 604-328-4104

2 BR 2 bath, exquisite new reno upper Lonsdale, hardwood, ns, np, Apr. 1, $1320, 604-469-1148

2 br a corner suite, 2nd flr of very quiet 3 story walk up, E. 15th St. large private balcony, sunny, south facing, new windows, dw, new carpet, venetian blinds, free laundry fac. no smoking & no pets, $1100 604-830-0857 msg.

1 Read.

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

2 Click.

1. Go to nsnews.com/autofind 2. Search by STOCK# 3. Get details & photos of cars you choose

3 Drive.

Contact the dealer, check out your new ride and drive home.

Easy, right?

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2 BR, approx 1100sf, Nr Cap Univ reno, incld heat & hw, 1 prkg, ns, np, now, $1350, 604-921-4384 2 BR bright, hi-spd/cable, hardwood, ns, np, nr seabus, quiet bldg. $1300, 604-618-8338 2 BR Large, balc. prkg, laundry on site, hardwood, 124 W 20th, nr Lonsdale $1150. 604-328-4104.

326 WEST 1st St. 1 bdrm $865 & up. Nr seabus, secure prkg, no pets. Avail immed. 604-983-6916 326 WEST 1st St. 1 bdrm $865 & up. Nr seabus, secure prkg, no pets. Avail immed. 604-983-6916 BRIARS 126 E 12 St. 1 BR for April 1st.

Heat & hw incl. Prkg avail, np, ns.

604-983-2086

Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: Your energy, charisma and effectiveness soar now through the weeks ahead! Your luck hits a 13 year peak. It’s a splendid time to begin major projects, one of the best times in your life. But some advice: 1) projects that aren’t meant to work will “fail” (or give signals of demise – some subtle) by March 28; 2) it’s better to start after March 28; 3) for success, this project should be connected to a past person, project or situation; and 4) it’s best (for easy progress) to steer clear of ambition, career and investment. Chase far travel, gentle love and intellectual things.

Taurus April 20-May 20: Retreat, rest, find sweet solitude for the few weeks ahead. Your energy is low, but your spiritual,planning and administrative abilities are strong. Deal with institutions, civil servants, government – they could have a “treasure” for you.

Contemplate and plan. Be charitable. Tackle chores Sunday. Relationships flow smoothly Monday noon to Thursday, but you might meet a bit of deception midday Wednesday. A good investment opportunity can arise Thursday morning – seek it! Finish chores this week, as slowdowns and indecision start soon.

Saturday’s mellow, but not profitable.

Gemini May 21-June 20: A major wish might come true over the weeks ahead. It will probably be a wish about a relationship, romance, marriage (or divorce), about litigation, negotiation, friendship/ popularity – but it won’t be limited to these. It will very likely involve an ongoing or past situation, person or project. Now is the time to reprise the past, in a big way! Romantic or creative urges sweeten Sunday and early Monday. But settle down to chores Monday afternoon to Wednesday noon – all goes smoothly enough. Big opportunities face you Wednesday eve, Thursday. Be alert! Don’t trust “independence.”

Cancer June 21-July 22: Your clout, reputation are high among the powers that be. Step forward now through the weeks ahead, exhibit your skills, show your record, seek bigger responsibilities. Your career sector is under splendid, expansive rays of luck! However, several cautions: 1) you might meet opposition (or pursue the least lucky position under a misguided notion of responsibility) before March 29; 2) your best action will be taken after March 28; and 3) the best project, boss, etc., will probably be linked to the past – something brand new might have a built-in “go in circles” direction-finder.

Leo July 23-Aug. 22: The weeks ahead are very significant in intellect, education, media, publishing, far travel, international dealings, law, cultural rituals, religion, life philosophy, fame and especially, love. Your creative talents find a wide audience.

The most valuable gift: understanding. A few cautions: 1) headwinds, probably involving health or employment factors, assail you in these areas until March 28; 2) Mercury goes retro soon, so it isn’t the best time to start new projects. Your luck will be better with ongoing or old, revived projects, loves, situations. Romance Wednesday-Friday!

Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Great, significant change arrives in the weeks ahead. It might be huge, obvious; or it might merely be a shift in direction that steers your next eight years (and beyond, because nothing returns). Finances, intimacy, health, and, less directly, employment/work can be deeply affected. Generally, this is a very lucky time. However, a couple of cautions: You’ll make much better headway after March 28; to this date, obstacles appear in money and love. To succeed, stick with an ongoing or return to a past sexual, domestic/property, financial or employment situation. Be optimistic!

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412 - 560 Raven Woods Dr. 2 br, 1 bath, 761sf, balc. new carpets, 1 lease, np, ns, now, Eric Royal Pacific Prop. Mngt. 604-723-7368

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GREAT LOCATION! 145 West Keith Road.

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

Call 604-986-3356 A LITTLE PIECE OF HEAVEN.. in Lynn Valley, heat & hw incl’d, ug prkg, (3 mos free) some reno’d units, 1 br, $945... 2 br, 1 bath $1200.. 2 br, 2 bath, $1275...

3 br, 2 bath.. $1475, coin wd, quiet area, 1 cat ok, No dogs, ns, 604-980-9219 ★ A QUIET BUILDING★ 1Br. top 3rd flr. south view $960; 1 Br 1st flr, not ground. $925. avail Apr 1.

Carpets, drapes, heat, hw.

Gated prkg avail. ★ No dogs ★1 cat ok ★ Pet Policy ★604-986-7745★ BACHELOR SUITE: 365 East 2nd St, N Van: Bright, south facing suite in quiet building.

Private entrance: $720/mo, incl heat, h/w & hydro avl March 15th/ April 1st, phone 604-726-4884 Beautiful Large Suites 1 BR $915, avail now.

2 BR from $1340, Mar 15 or later.

Heat, h/w, prkg. Lease $300 move in allowance for 2 BR suite. 604-986-3866 1 Brs $925 - $985 incl heat/hw& cable, 250 E 2nd. ns, np. now 1 yr lease large balc. 778-886-3250

CENTRAL LONSDALE, large updated 1 BR, cat ok $975, 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net CENTRAL & LOWER Lonsdale renov’d & bright w/view, 1 br from $850, 2 br from $1100, 3 br + from $1800. Immed 604-725-4873 Chesterfield/W15, 2 br. corner, $1150 incl heat/hw, fp, cable ns, no pet, 1 yr lease, 604-987-9899

Beautiful Views

LYNN VALLEY, 2 BR, top flr, d/w, cat ok, avail now $1275, 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

LYNN VALLEY, 3 BR top flr, hardwood, cat ok, $1400, May 1 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net MOUNTAIN VILLAGE APTS. 2 BR, Apr 1, 604-988-3828 www.mountainvillage.ca MOUNTAIN VILLAGE APTS. 3 BR, Apr 1, 604-988-3828 www.mountainvillage.ca

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE Bach/ Lrg 1 BR, Apr 1, quiet/clean bldng. Rent Starts/$850. Incls Ht/ Hw. N/P, N/S, 1 yr lse, Cable/Park extra. Call 604-985-4272 PARKRIDGE TERRACE 110 E. Keith Rd. Great location, park like setting, sauna, indoor pool. ★ Bach $925. ★ 1 Br $1095 ★ 1 Br+den $1125. ★2 Br $1395 up views storage NO PETS. 604-988-7379 www.glassmanpm.com THE OXFORD - 165 East 6th St. Studio, Heat & h/w incl. Gated prkg. Sorry no pets. n/s.

604-987-5844 VICTORIA PARK PLACE 615 St. Georges Ave @ E 6th St. 1 BR, bright South facing, clean quiet bldg, np, ns. 604-980-9057

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

WOODCROFT: 1, 2 BR 1 year lease. ns, np. Utils. incld.

COLLIERS - 604-926-2012

North Vancouver

WOODCROFT 1 BR new carpet, paint. incl all utils, prkg, security, gym + pool $895 778-865-7455

concrete, by shops, Cat Ok

604-985-2926

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Important, life-directionchanging opportunities face you over the next four weeks, mainly in love, partnership, relocation, negotiation, agreements, litigation, dealings with the public, marriage and divorce. You can see events as opportunities or as challenges, even as threats of defeat. But even the worst case will be a “win” in that it grants you freedom. To succeed, see another’s point of view, fulfil another’s desire(s). Conciliate, encourage, merge, find common ground – easier after March 28. Stick to ongoing/past people/projects – brand new ones have an Achilles heel.

Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Great luck comes to your employment sphere over the weeks ahead.

Your hours or tasks are almost certain to increase, and your income with it. This might be short-term (e.g. overtime hours) or more permanent (e.g. a pay raise). Aim, if you can, for the permanent. But whatever occurs, it will cause a change in direction that lasts for eight years. Apply this luck (via your efforts) to a situation, job, project that is ongoing, or returns from the past. Initiating a brand-new project might lead to eight years of “on/off” work disruptions. Money luck Thursday. By mid-year, new luck!

Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: The month ahead is one of the most important – and luckiest – in a decade, maybe many decades. You might experience a big, obvious event, or a less marked but significant “turn” that heads you in a new, exciting direction, in creative, speculative, risk-taking, romantic, pleasure or beauty zones. Two secondary elements play an important role: 1) communications or travel, and 2) your personality. Relationships will be sober, or deal with a realistic environment. Through March 28, obstacles exist; be patient, then leap! Avoid brand new projects/people: reprise the past.

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2 bd 2 bth (2nd bd loft)!

Prkg, Swank with View! Pet OK Updated, 2 decks! 1250’, 2242 Folkstone $2295

Royal LePage Northshore Diana 604-657-4508

2 BR North facing view suite, avail now, quiet bldg, located on Bellevue Ave. Rent incld heat, hw, basic cable & prkg, 604-926-1691 2BD 1600SQFT view Folkestone wd, ug prkg $2800 OR 1or2 bd ste in home w/view. 604-374-4544 PACIFICANA 1480 Esquimalt Ave. 1 bachelor, 1 bdrm, ocean views, dw, n/p, n/s now or Apr 1st.

By appt. 604-921-7800 AMBLESIDE TOWER Studio. 1 BR & 2 BR’s avail.

Move in Bonus. 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

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

Park Royal Towers Completely Renovated

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

Mar. 20 - Mar. 26 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: The weeks ahead feature much luck on domestic, property, therapy, healing, nature, gardening, agriculture, security, retirement,child-oriented,foundational and nurturing fronts. This is a great time to buy a house, have a child, or expand business territory (“foundational”).

What you pursue should be something ongoing or from the past (e.g., a house you wanted to buy before but couldn’t). “Dilemma” choices face you through March 28, so proceeding after this is easier. What you do now will affect your income and spending for the next eight years. Think “cornerstone.”

Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: The weeks ahead can bring much indecision. You might see people around you making big moves, having luck pour onto them, and you can think: what about me? Don’t worry, your big luck runs from this June to June 2012 – whereas everybody “lucking out” now will get little June onward. Meanwhile, your communications, mail, friends, siblings, travel, paperwork and curiosity will expand in interesting ways. Problems and obstacles arise through March 28, so go slow in the areas listed. Stick to former or ongoing projects and people: the brand new will bring future delays.

Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: The weeks ahead feature earnings, spending, possessions, sensuality and rote learning – in powerfully lucky ways. Your career and earnings can climb a ladder to new heights. For career, read “status” – for example, “marrying up” is a status move. (Great career hints Thursday morning.) Expect obstacles through March 28 – be patient, then leap! Since your relationships are headed for a period of delay and “circling,” you’ll fare best if you stick to ongoing or (probably luckier) past contacts and projects than if you try to launch new boats into new waters. Read Scorpio message. timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

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IMMACULATE 1BR concrete building steps to Marine drive shopping. New lights, paint, glorious oak hardwood floors, BRIGHT. Heat, hot wtr, window coverings incl, no pets, no smoking, 1 yr lease. Call Maryanne 604-926-0594 LGE 1 BDRM apt. in Dundarave Village. South facing deck. New paint & carpet. N/S N/P $1200 plus util. Call 604-922-0181 or email info@pr-insurance.ca for more info.

Luxury Over The Seawall!

1 BR. pool rec. rm, pet ok 2190 Bellevue Ave. 604-926-6287 STUDIO SHALIMAR 1785 Esquimalt W.Van $1050 −470 sq.ft adult orientated Cul-de-Sac/5th floor mountain view concrete highrise elevator-Includes heat hotwater Cable TV storage carstall. Shared laundry Workshop Garden. No pet/smoking W/W carpet senior discount Yearly lease Refs. 604-926-4601

6515

Duplexes - Rent

2 lrg brs + den, extra large living rm with f/p. ns np #2-518 West Keith Rd. Apr 1. 604-719-8263.

6522

Furnished Accommodation

A SHORT STAY Renos, family, execs, 1, 2 br p/house 604-987-2691

www.vancouvershortstay.com

GARDEN BACH. $840 W. Van, bright clean private, kitchenette, suit 1 ns, np, need car, Hwy 1 & Cypress, immed, 604-922-3004 HOMAWAY INNS Specializing in furn accom at reas rates. call 604-723-7820 or visit www.homawayinns.com QUALITY SHORT TERM 1 - 2 BR mtn/city view suites www.lionsgatesuites.com SHORT TERM FURN. ACCOM Daily - Weekly - Monthly grandmanor.net 604-988-6082

6535

Homestay

HOST FAMILY wanted. Please call us at 604-688-1928 or email: globalstudyedu@gmail.com

Houses - Rent

3 BR+DEN, contemporary, 2 bath, 5 appls, gas f/p, new reno, nr schools/shops, Seymour area, np ns, May 1 $2100. Ref’s 604-220-0595 after 3pm 4 BR, Blueridge, 1800sf, 4 appls, fp, 1.5 bath, nr school, $1900/mo, avail Apr. 604-987-0638 4/5 BR exec view home rec room, 4 baths, fp, B. Prop W. Van, dbl garage $3500. 604-720-2913

DEEP COVE waterfront cottage 2 br f/p, new hardwood, lrg sundeck garage, ns $2375 604-929-5191 *RENT TO OWN*

Abbotsford- 3262 Clearbrook Rd. HOUSE with 5 bedrooms, 2 baths.

Mortgage helper. Only $1,598/m.

Low Down. Flexible Terms.

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STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● NEW WEST- 1722-6th Av 2 bdrm HOUSE w/1 bdrm suite, very central location, close to skytrain..$1,188/M CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M Call Kristen today (604)786-4663 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

WESTHILL LUXURIOUS Executive 4 BR 5 bath, pool $5995 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net Lynn Valley ’Treasure’ Poet’s Corner, Heritage Feel, re born Updates!

4 bd 2 bth rec room, Lot is level and fun! $2995/ 875 Whitchurch View Immediate Occupancy Poss.

Lane Access Huge Garage hwd ss appls gas stove 2 kitchens extended family 4 bd den 2 bth $3295/ Great Family in Bayridge 3 bd 3 bth Cul de Sac SS appls Workshop/storage garage! Bit of View $3995/ Cypress Estates is Back Numerous Updates 4 bd 4 bth hwd View Garage Near Rockridge Caulfeild Amenities & Shop $4495/ 1015 King George Way BP’s 4 bd den 5 bth ss appls granite hwd. Huge View 2 level, family & media rooms, pool, Garage $6195/ Spectacular Show Home 4 bd den media gym View Recroom, library wine room tile, concrete, hwd ss in floor contemporary Whitby Estates Infinity Pool Furnished $9995/ www.manderrealestate.com Diana 604-657-4508 Royal LePage Northshore

Any project,

BIG

or small...

Find all the help you need in the Home Services section

Sunday, March 20, 2011 – North Shore News – A37

6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-45

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

6605

2 BR ground level 1000 sq/ft in L.Valley near shopping, schools, parks + bus. Incls WD, Sat, Wifi + parking. $1100 w/50% util, ns, np 604.988.7546

6605

Townhouses Rent

Townhouses Rent

3 Br. large $1720.

Parklike Setting, Outdoor Pool, playground, private yard, 1300sf, drapes, heat & prkg incld. dw, 1.5 baths, 1 yr lease. no pets, #1228 Emery Pl. Lynn Valley 604-987- 4922

3 BR, 2.5 baths, Westview, fp, 5 appls, rec. facilities, prkg, np, ns, Apr 1. $1850. 604-921-4384

2 BR, Westlynn furn tv, kit & i/net. cbl, np$1350incl util 604-987-2691

6605

Townhouses Rent

3BR 2.5 baths, 2 lvl, fp, 6 appl. pool/gym, 2 prkg Westview, Apr 1, $1725 heat incl 604-924-4625

Storage

AVAIL NOW! Lower Lonsdale storage space, 600sf, electricity $450, 604-983-9493

6602

6602

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North Vancouver

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

6600

Suites/Partial Houses

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM bsmt suite on Grand Blvd. Shared w/d, n/s, no pets.

Avail Apr 1. $850 incl util. 604 733-9794, eves 604 904-7610 1 BR garden level, share wd, ns, np but must love them, now/Apr 1, suit 1, $700incl util. 604-839-9062 1 BR grd flr ste, ns, np, need ref's, $900/mth. Dollarton area. Avail Apr 1st. 604-929-3059

2 BDRM suite in new house.

Ground level with patio, 10’ ceilings, fireplace, 1000 sq ft, insuite laundry, $1500 per mo + util. avail immed, no pets, 604-929-4824 2 BR, fully reno’d, spacious garden suite, wd, dw, laminate flrs, large back yard, , Brtish Prop. ns, np, $1800+utils, incl net & cable, immed, 604-723-8050

2 BR, upper British Properties, W.Van priv yard, stainless appls. garage, ns, $1900, sm pet ok.

Avail now. 604-999-0454

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE (1/2 mnth move in, 1/2 mnth renewal). 2 BR & 3 BR’s, 5 appls, 1.5 bath, variable lse term, NP/NS, Rent start/$1435. To view call 604-986-0511

Private and luxurious 3 bdrm t/h, set amidst 10 acres of abundant evergreen woods and mountains, with 2 lakes & a stream, only 20 mins to d/town. A beautiful balance of unspoiled nature with the convenience of a fully modern t/home. $2,200.00 ($2,250 with pet) incl heat, hot water,cable, 2 prkg stalls. Pls call Daniel &Gloria btwn 11am-7pm at 604- 988-1838

Find your perfect home at

2.5 BDRM ste, bright, part furn, priv Seymour River estate, nature paradise, $1690+util. avail immediately. 778-239-7416.

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

3 level, 3 BR, 2.5bth, roof deck, Apr 1, lease, $2200

TWIN LAKES ESTATES

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6615

Wanted To Rent

FAMILY OF four needs house to rent for June/July/August 2011.

Prefer 3 - 4 bdrms. North Shore west of Lonsdale. 604-988-0882

AUTOMOTIVE 9125

Scrap Car Removal

9145

Domestic

1994 CHEVROLET Impala sports sedan 166,000 kms, RWD, black, 4 dr, 5.7L, auto, 1 owner, serviced at dealer, all records, all original. $19,000. 604-988-4416

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Mercedes-Benz North Shore

$14,000 SOLD

$18,000 $18,800 SOLD $19,000 $20,000 $21,000 $22,000 $24,000 SOLD $24,500 $25,000 $26,000 $26,000 $26,500 $16,000 $20,000 $22,000 $26,000 $27,500 $28,000 $28,000 $28,500 SOLD $31,500 SOLD $32,500 $33,900 $35,900 SOLD $31,900 $32,900 $38,800 $30,900 $32,900 $33,900 $34,900 $37,900 $35,000 SOLD

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A38 – North Shore News – Sunday, March 20, 2011

HOME SERVICES 8030

Carpentry

CARPENTER. 30 yrs exp. Renos int finishing, cedar decks, etc.

Refs. (WCB) Dale 604-984-6997

8080

Electrical

A LICENSED electrician #19807 semi-retired, small jobs only.

604-689-1747 pgr 604-686-2319

CARPENTRY, ADDITIONS, decks, 32 yrs exp, licensed.

Call Ken, Cell: 604-928-3270

A & P ELECTRIC Lic. Electrical Contractor, EC Lic. 103364. Alex 604-600-4441

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

ALL YOUR electrical & reno needs. Lic’d electrician #37940.

Bonded & insured 604-842-5276

8055

Cleaning

With everything life throws at you, who has time to clean?

Call Merry Maids.

It’s one less thing to worry about.

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Tres-Greentech — Cleaning —

★ Move-in – Move-out ★ Residential/Commercial Cleaning ★ Post Construction Clean-ups ★ References & Insured

604-648-9002 Ext.101

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Free est. Refs. 604-988-4634 GREAT CLEANING LADY, over 14 yrs exp North Shore & superb refs $20/hr. 7 days 604-729-9339 QUALITY CLEANING. Exc refs.

Res/com. Move in/out. Carpets + pressure wash’g. 778-895-3522 TOP NOTCH HOUSECLEANING Since 1972. Our customers & staff stay with us for years. For a free, inhome consultation call 604-329-5562

8058

Computer Services

Onsite Computer Repair FREE ESTIMATES Visa & M/card Call Chris 604-998-2273

8060

Concrete

ANY CEMENT Repairs rock walls patios, sidewalks, drainage. 30 + yrs exp. Exc Ref’s 604-354-9178

CONCRETE FORMING & framing, concrete work & retaining walls. Small/big job 604-360-2082 ECO-MIX CONCRETE Ltd. specialize in delivering any amount.

604.961.6184 or ecomix@telus EXP’D CEMENT Finisher. I can form, place & finish any concrete job. Peter 604-988-8856 anytime

8073

Drainage

DNE ELECTRIC Lic #89267 ALL Your Electrical Needs.

Panel Upgrading. Reasonable Free Estimate 604-999-2332

Electrician Lic#95323, Bonded, Affordable Com/Res. No Job too small. 25 yrs exp. 604 727-2306 LICENSED ELECTRICIAN (#15232) Reas. rates. Small jobs ok 604-985-6654, 604-377-2200 LONSDALE ELECTRIC lic#1756 Panel changes & renos 604-988-7232, 604-842-0687 ROUZ ELECTRIC #89724 Great rates, fast service, free est.

Satisfaction guar. 604-765-3329 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

Affordable Fencing & Decking Quality workmanship for 25 yrs. on the N. Shore, 604-929-6669

8075

Drywall

ACE DRYWALL. Avail immed.

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

Dave 604-984-7476

RITS GUTTER CLEANING & repairs, power washing. Quick & affordable No HST 604-897-7487

8130

Handyperson

Alltrades.net Construction ❍ Renos, Carpentry ❍ Lifetime PolyDecks ❍ Since 1992

Mark 604.603.7133 Floors, Mouldings, Stairs, Renovations, Tiles, Drywall, Fences, Decks, Railings & Concrete Forms ★ Small jobs ok ★ Excellent references avail chulavistalandscaping.ca Francisco 604-710-9837

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, lam-

inate, tiles, drywall, paint. 761-7745

8100

Fireplaces

PRO GAS - North Shore Gas fireplaces. Repair & safety inspection. 604-925-1341 www.progas.ca

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

8115

Furniture Repairs/ Refinishing

EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY Antique restoration Custom reproductions.

604-984-8313 Donald GrahamQUALITY Antiques EXCEPTIONAL Antique restoration Custom reproductions.

604-984-8313

8125

Gutters

Installed • Cleaned • Repaired

604-876-4604

AGRIOS HOME IMPROVEMENT Renovations, carpentry, painting & home repairs. Ikea kitchen installs. Michael 604.619.1126

ALL HOME REPAIRS semiretired master carpenter. Kitchen, stairs, sundecks, etc. All work guar. Karl 604-985-5144 AVAIL FOR SMALL JOBS. Tiles-Painting-Renos. Only North Shore area. Doug 604-351-1313 AVL CONSTRUCTION - Renos, wiring, painting, tiling. North Shore 10 yrs. Cell 604-562-2415 PRECISION TOOLS, Handyman Service. Fix those nagging problems. Call Mike - 604-925-6381

8135

Hauling

ABSOLUTE PROFICIENCY DD Haul & Delivery. Loads from $30 each. David 604-512-7471 CHEAP LOADS Fast Reliable Service 604-922-5101

8140

Heating

PRO GAS - North Shore Furnaces, boilers, gas fitting.

Service & installation.

604-925-1341 www.progas.ca

8150

Kitchens/Baths

★ COMPLETE DRYWALL ★ By certified tradesman.

Small jobs pref. 604-762-4024

ADANAC GUTTERS- Installation of continuous gutters, cleaning & repairs. Call ....604-676-1085

Plywood Kitchen Cabinets & Refacing, Counter Tops • In business 50 years 604-879-9191

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

Gutters, Windows, Pressure Washing, small repairs, etc.

Free Est. Chris 604-377 -6104

#3 - 8652 Joffre Ave, Burnaby

Superior Cove Tops & Cabinets

Lawn & Garden Call

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★ Spring Yard Cleanup ★

DESIGN INSTALL MAINTAIN

■ ■ ■ ■

HEDGES & TREES POWER RAKING GARDENING JUNK REMOVAL

George’s cell ★ 604-317-3552

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Binder:

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• Paving Stones • Retaining Walls • Fences

Cleaning & refinishing brick/paver patios No job too big or small

604-988-3891

Residential and Commercial • Landscape Maintenance • Power Raking • Aeration • Lawn Repairs • Gardening

Free Est. 604-779-6978

email:

VANCOUVER LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION Fences • Retaining Walls Decks • General Maintenance

NORTH SHORE FENCES

SERVICE MAGIC Affordable. Serving North Shore since 1978. Mike 604-783-9558

8160

Jungle George

604-988-5294

ABLE RENOVATIONS All home repairs & renos, large & small, North Shore only 604 319-2677

Quality work by professionals Repairs and construction Call 604-230-3559

Landscaping

established 1963

FRIENDLY FENCE 778-386-3201.

Professional quality workmanship Fences, decks, arbors, stairs... www.friendlycarpenter.com

8155

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

ABLE BODIED for gardening & household needs - 604-649-5536 or email gawoco@uniserve.com

Donald Graham Antiques

A PLUS TAPING & DRYWALL High quality, reasonable rates.

Free estimates. 604-715-0400

Gutters

NORTH SHORE GUTTERS

EXCAVATION SERVICES avail $85/hr. Fully lic. & ins. Westcoast Tank Recovery 604-628-8786

DUST-FREE REFINISHING M & L Floors. BBB member. www.mlfloors.ca 778-988-4231 DRAIN TILES & WATER LINES Without Digging a Trench 604-985-4000

8125

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8193

Oil Tank Removal

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8185

Moving & Storage

ASH RELOCATION SERVICES Quality Trucks Í &Top Í Moving Equipment 2 Very Experienced Movers $77.00/hr + hst 3 Very Experienced Movers $97.00/hr + hst

AFFORDABLE MOVING

SERAFINA

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

Lee Gardener: Lawn maint. Free est. Spring clean-up, power raking, trim, Hedges 604-720-6578

8160

Lawn & Garden

604-984-4433 Contact Cari

ADVANTAGE LANDSCAPING Lawn, garden install+maint. moss control, power rake, aerate, remove rubbish John 604-988-9636 Cert. horticulturists 604-518-5661 Scott H. Design & Maintenance KatsuraLandscaping.ca ENGLISH LANDSCAPER gardener, 30 yrs exp, complete garden maint. Les 604-209-8853 GREAT LOOKING Landscapes Full service landscape & garden maint. Call Dave: 604-764-7220

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10999*

Aeration, Lime, Fertilizer, Moss Control

Lawn Cutting 22 $

00*

(*based on 2000 sq.ft. + gst)

GREEN PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Hedge trimming, tree pruning, yard maintenance, removal, Mike 983-3586 J & R Lawncare Cut & trim $25 & up• hedges • power washing • trash

removal. John 778 988 5296

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

Reas, free est, 25 yrs exp 604-986-8126 LIONS GATE Landscaping Ltd. Spring clean-up, all your gardening needs. 604-788-9687 Lionslandscaping.com Certified hort/designer exp wtih maintainance/installing. 604.762.8575 Lorne’s Lawn Maintenance Cutting, pruning, hedge trimming, yard clean up 778-230-7657 PRUNING & YARD CLEAN-UP, maintenance, power washing, & hedges. Russel, 604-761-0830

8175

Masonry

ARCADIA STONEWORK bricks, blocks, natural, cultured & paving stones. Alex - 778-895-6170 MASTER STONEMASON, Local, Experienced, fireplaces, facing, walls, stairs. Ivan 604-649-2271

778-223-8265

1 to 3 Men

45

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

8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

DJ PAINTING

604-537-4140

Int/Ext. Com/Resid.

Many Years Experience Top Quality Drywall Free Estimates

MONTY J’S MOVING

FAIRWAY PAINTING

FREE ESTIMATES Seniors Discount

www.affordablemoversbc.com

Ask about our Spring Specials! www.MontyJsMoving.com

Call 604-710-5253

604-258-7300 cell: 604-417-5917

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

7291234

MOVERS.CA JB’s PAINTING

604.980.MOVE (6683)

1 OR 2 Men with big or small truck affordable moving, rubbish removal, Pls. Call 604-925-3186

20% OFF All Moving Booked by April 2nd 604-566-5541 www.firstcallmoving.com

ON TIME, careful, free estimates & firm price. John 778-233-7329 or www.pointmoving.com TwoGuysWithATruck.ca Moving, Storage, Free EST 604-628-7136. Visa, OK

Need a Plumber?

• $99/room – Int/Exterior •Professional, Reliable • Licensed & Insured • North Shore co. est. 2001

604-773-4549 MIKE’S PAINTING • Prof & Reliable • 30 Yrs. Exp. W.C.B. NORTH SHORE

778-833-4771 RICKY DEWAN PAINTING Interior - Exterior - Strata • Pressure Washing • Small Repairs

604-299-5831 – Cell 604-833-7529 A CLEAN PAINT JOB. Quality 1 room from $145. Int-ext, WCB 22 yrs exp. Cell: 604-727-2700

NORTHLAND MASONRY. Rock, slate, brick, granite, pavers.

20 yrs exp on the N. Shore. No job to small.. Will 604-805-1582

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

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

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

8180

Home Services

SEASONAL EXTERIOR HOME MAINTENANCE

Junk Removal

Inspection, cleaning & repair: - Roofs, gutters, windows, decks, patios, and more

www.seymourlawnmaint.ca

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

604-990-1252

Oil Tank Detection Oil Tank Removal Soil Remediation FREE ESTIMATES BEST PRICE GUARANTEED

778.322.2462

Graig 604-986-3463

• Pruning, weeding etc.

• Design & advice • Organic gardening • Professional & experienced • Reasonable rates

ALL-PRO

OIL TANK REMOVAL

Minimum Travel Fare Fully Insured • Free Estimates

604-790-9008 • 604-999-0352

Greenworx Redevelopment Inc. Hardscaping & Landscaping.

Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls, Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Jackhammering. 604 782-4322

Oil Tank Removal

(Recommended for offices + 2 bedrooms & up)

A. A. Allwest Garden Service Lawn maint, general cleanup, power raking, moss control, etc.

CALL SUKH free est.

604-726-9213 or 604-984-1988

Garden Services

8193

Find one in the Home Services section

Excellent Pro Painting Service 20 yrs exp, refs, warranty. Reas, res/comm Richard 604-618-0205 Interior painting, wallpaper Quality service, with a smile!

Call Arlene...604-910-3270 MASTER BRUSHES PAINTING Spring Special 25% off. Int 20 yrs, Ext 15 yrs guaranteed. Top quality job. 604-377-5423, 507-4911

Sunday, March 20, 2011 – North Shore News – A39

HOME SERVICES Call ThE Experts 8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

We Care Tel: 604.278.3838 Fax: 604.278.3086 Email: ernie@ultimatefloorings.com

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604.980.8384

8220

Plumbing

North Shore Based Professional, Quality, Precision

Call Us For All Your Plumbing Needs At: 604-240-1942

Get 10% Off When You Mention This Ad

#1 BARGAIN rate on plumbing & drainage. No job too small.Ken 604-987-2890 cell 604-328-7439

8225

PLUMBING & DRAINAGE 604-729-6695

To place your ad in Call the Experts call 604-630-3300

NORTH SHORE HOME SERVICES LTD

604-988-5294

Serving the North Shore since 1963

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

HOME SERVICES 8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

FORTIF CONSTRUCTION INC Custom Renovations North Shore Company BBB, Reno Mark.ca.

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

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

DELBROOK

MANUFACTURER REBATES ON NOW!

Power Washing

10% Off with this Ad! For all your plumbing, heating & reno needs.

Lic Gas Fitter, Aman. 778-895-2005

COMPLETE PLUMBING, heating and gas services, new & old, hot water tanks, lic’d, ins. Quick response; friendly. 604-720-8805

604.839.0636

www.northshorewindows.com • sales@northshorewindows.com

Award-Winning Renovations ■ Rendering to Reality ■ ccirenos.com

•Power Washing • Window Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning

Licenced & Insured

Window and Door Specialists • Sales and Installations Owned and Operated on the North Shore

#145 - 4631 Shell Road Richmond, B.C. V6X 3M4

HARDWOOD • LAMINATE • VINYL • CARPET • CORK

Renovations

from concept to occupancy

Winner of Gold & Silver Georgie Awards

LARTER PLUMBING Heating & Gas. $70 hourly. Richard Larter 604-984-7814 Lic Plumber & Gas Fitter avail plumbing, heating, gas fitting res/ com repair Daryl 778-995-4045 LOCAL PLUMBER - Licensed, insured,GASFITTING, renos, Repairs. VISA 604-929-6956 PLUMBING BY BILL Installation, repairs Honest & reliable 604-980-0993

8222

Pools/Hot Tubs

econo pool andspa.com Pool & Spa Repairs, Call Vince 604-760-7229

8225

Power Washing A GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICE

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

SPRING SPECIAL

SAVE THE HST

Have Your Roof Done between Now & Mar. 31 Call AFFORDABLE QUALITY ROOFING LTD. 604-984-9004

#1 Roofing Company in BC All types of Roofing Over 35 Years in Business Call now for Free Estimates

– Best Renovated Kitchen in Canada

MATCO DESIGN

All Renovations & Additions, Ins. Quality Work

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…”

WWW.PATTARGROUP.COM

WWW.RENORITE.COM

Roof Leaking?

Save Your Dollars!

✓ RenoRite

Roof, Chimney & Skylight Repairs WCB Licensed

Bath *Kitchen* Suites & More

vancouverroofingrepair.com

604-781-7695 KEEN PROJECTS LTD

Doors to Floors, Baseboards to Crowns, Decks to Fences Book ahead for Spring Licensed, Insured, Refs

Landon: 604-307-5628

Since 1978

2 OLD GUYS 2 YOUNG TO RETIRE WE DO IT ALL!

www.rjrrenovator.com

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

604-987-5438 Additions, Renovations, New Construction

LICENSED & INSURED BUILDER

C. 604-720-9112 www.bomex.net

WAT E R I N G R E S S / MOULD

CLEARVIEW MAINTENANCE SERVICE

- Home Inspection - Repair Estimates - Full-scale Remediation

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

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

604-773-4549 Spring Cleanups - Driveways, walkways, etc. Get rid of that moss & mess around your home or work.

Int./Ext. Renovations Home Repair & Maintenance

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

BAMFORD CONSTRUCTION Ltd. Quality Renos & Repairs.

604-986-2871 www.bamford.ca Complete Bathroom Reno’s Suites, Kitchens,Tiling, Skylights, Windows, Doors, 604 521-1567 EAMS DESIGN & BUILD Local contractor. Renos, extensions, carpentry. You name it we do it!

Free estimate. 604-657-7157 COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL Restoration & Professional Painting

604-816-6192

cyhomeservices@gmail.com

LEAK REPAIRS

ADVANTAGE BUILDING MAINTENANCE

604-802-1918

All Season Roofing

Re-Roofing & Repairs Specialists 20 year Labour Warranty available

604-591-3500 NEW CANADIAN ROOFING LTD.

604-780-3974 (24hs)

Pryce Contracting Ltd. (North Shore Based) Complete home makeover, additions, kitchens, bathrooms, suites, decks/patios, doors, windows & trim. Peter 604-988-7526

8255

Rubbish Removal

ABSOLUTE PROFICIENCY DD HAUL & DELIVERY meeting all your needs, ‘quality workmanship delivered with pride’.

Loads from $30 each Please call David

604-512-7471

604-RUBBISH 782-2474

* We Remove & Recycle Anything*

8255

★ASK DISCOUNT RUBBISH★ Best Prices, Yard, House/Const, Demo. 7 days 604-727-6153 DISPOSAL BINS: Starting at $99 + dump fees. Call 604-306-8599 www.disposalking.com ROD’S RUBBISH REMOVAL Prompt, reliable, reasonable. 7 days/week. Rod 604-985-7193

Free Est’s • Large or Small Jobs

10% OFF WITH THIS AD www.604rubbish.com

DALTON TRUCKING LTD. BINS & DISPOSAL

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

Rubbish Removal

8300

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

604-986-6944

HAMZA DEMOLITION LTD • Hand demolition • Concrete & soil removal • Drywall removal • Stucco & plywood removal • Disposal bin delivery • Paving stone installation

604-721-5029

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.

★ ★ ★ ★

Tree Services

TREEWORKS

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

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

★AAA★ TREE SERVICE. Tree & stump removal, pruning/trimming.

Ins & cert. arborist 604-987-8500 A.ALL AREA TREE SERVICE Moss control, aeration, liming and lawn maint. 604-926-1526 /604-726-9153

J. PEARCE STUCCO CONTRACTING. Residential / Commercial. 604-761-6079

MORRIS THE TREE MAN LTD Removals, trimming, thinning. 5m insurance, WCB 604-985-2828

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

604-725-8925

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

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

8315

8310

Top Soil

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)

PACIFIC WEST TREE SERVICE Complete tree care. Certified arborist, fully Insured 604-341-0651

ROBIN’S 604-986-4091 Expert Tree Care - Cert.

Arborist. 25 yrs exp. Fully Ins.

8335

Window Cleaning

NORTH SHORE HOME SERVICES LTD

•Window Cleaning • Power Washing • Gutter Cleaning

604-988-5294

Serving the North Shore since 1963

Over 15 yrs experience All types of Roofing Reasonable Rates WCB Insured

604-716-8528 A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437 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

WESTCOAST ROOFING SYSTEMS

604-987-7325

NORTH SHORE WINDOWS LTD Windows, doors & finishing carpentry. 604-839-0636

Doug Robinson 604-985-4604

604-588-0833

SALES@ PATTARGROUP.COM

604-720-1564

30 yrs exp. matco@telus.net

604-984-4147 20 15 yrs of Service on the North Shore!

Roofing

– Renovator Member of the Year

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

HOT WATER TANKS & PLUMBING Max 604-506-6544

8250

A+

Winner of the National SAM Award

PLUMBERS

RENOS & HOME IMPROVEMENTS

WINDOWS & DOORS

Need a Landscaper?

Find one in the Home Services section

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

Call 604-630-3300 to book your ad

Spring Garage Sales

A40 - North Shore News - Sunday, March 20, 2011 Offer(s) available on all new 2011 models purchased through participating dealers to qualified retail customers who take delivery by March 31, 2011. Dealers may sell for less. Some conditions apply. Offers are subject to change without notice. See dealer for complete details. ‡ 2011 RVR GT model shown has an MSRP of $28,498 and selling price of $##,###: 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. ! Purchase financing/No Payments for 90 days: available through Bank of Nova Scotia and Bank of Montreal on all new: 2011 models (Lancer Evolution excluded) for up to 60 months (Terms vary by model, see dealer for details)./Interest charges (if any) will not accrue during the first 60 days after purchaser signs contract for a participating vehicle. After the first 60 days interest (if any) starts to accrue and the purchaser will repay principal and interest (if any) monthly over the term of the contract. 2011 RVR SE (CS45-D C01) financed at 0% over 36 months.

Monthly payments equal $612, with a down payment of $0, a cost of borrowing of $0, and a total obligation of $21,998. 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 first. 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.

0 ANTOINE L’ESTAGE NATHALIE RICHARD

CANADIAN RALLY CHAMPIONS, RALLY OF THE AMERICAS AND NORTH AMERICAN RALLY CHAMPIONS.

PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS PLUS

Photo Credit: Andrew Snucins www.worldrallysport.com

0% PURCHASE FINANCING

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FUEL EFFICIENCY COMES STANDARD ALL-NEW 2011 RVR GT

‡

BEST IN CLASS C FUEL ECONOMY

†

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

2011 RVR COMPACT CROSSOVER From

$19,998 Selling Price

$21,698

Δ

NEW LOWER PRICE

NO B.S. PRICING EVENT All Vehicles Fully Inspected & Serviced • ICBC/Car Proof Available On All Vehicles

2010 Mitsubishi Lancer DE

2010 Mitsubishi Outlander

2009 Lexus ES 350

White, auto, a/c, CD, keyless entry, pwr group, Black, auto, 4WD, a/c, CD, keyless entry, pwr Silver, alloys, leather heated seats, keyless entry, pwr group, sunroof, security group, security, balance of 10 yr warranty balance of 10 yr warranty

$15,995

2007 Honda Pilot EXL

Leather, sunroof, 7 pass, pwr group

$26,888

$23,995

$29,995

2008 Nissan Pathfinder

2007 BMW 328i

$24,995

$21,995

Only 64,500kms, 4x4, a/c, local, pwr group, 7 pass

2007 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS 2007 Nissan Sentra S

4WD, black, alloys, keyless entry, leather, luggage rack, pwr group, sunroof

$21,995

Only 75,885kms, a/c, pwr group, like new

$11,888

2006 Toyota Tundra Access Cab 2005 Mini Cooper Only 68,100kms, TRD, Yamaha Pkg, 4x4, V8

$25,995

Only 45,380kms, leather, pwr group, a/c, like new

$15,995

2009 Suzuki SX4

Pwr group, a/c, keyless entry, 2 to choose

2009 Toyota Yaris

From $11,995

Gray, 4dr, auto, a/c, CD, pwr group, 3 to choose

2007 Honda Fit

2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT-P

From $11,995

2009 Honda Fit LX

Pwr group, only 4,800kms, a/c, alloys.

$16,588

2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT

Black, alloys, leather heated seats, keyless entry, pwr group, sunroof, security

Red, a/c, auto, CD, cruise, keyless entry, pwr group, security

Red, alloys, keyless entry, heated leather seats, pwr group, sunroof, security

$15,888

$19,995

2005 Chev Blazer

2007 VW Rabbit

2006 Audi A4 T Quattro Wagon

2006 Mitsubishi Outlander

$13,888

$22,995

$15,995

2005 Volvo V50 Wagon

2003 Mitsubishi Montero Limited 2002 Mazda Tribute ES

$10,995

Silver, 2dr, convertible, alloys, leather, pwr group, spoiler, security, Steptronic

Local, one owner, pwr group, a/c, only 65,000kms Green, hatchback, only 59,408kms, auto, a/c, Silver, turbo, AWD, alloys, leather heated seats, Green, only 55,739kms, a/c, CD, cruise, luggage rack, pwr group, security CD, pwr group, security pwr group, sunroof, security $10,888

2005 Mitsubishi Outlander LS Silver, only 85,698kms, a/c, alloys, cruise, keyless entry, pwr group, tinted glass

$13,995

Only 45,580kms, pwr group, a/c, auto

$15,995

4x4, black, alloys, leather heated seats, luggage rack, pwr group, sunroof

$15,995

Silver, 4x4, alloys, leather, keyless entry, trailer hitch, pwr group, sunroof

$9,995

NORTH SHORE MITSUBISHI

725 MARINE DRIVE, NORTH VANCOUVER

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www.northshore-mitsubishi.ca

604-983-2378