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WV school kids face new 4-km ‘walk limit’ Benjamin Alldritt

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MORE of West Vancouver’s schoolchildren will be pounding the pavement this September after a decision by the school district to trim back its bus services. Parents of students heading to a West Vancouver school in September will have to fill out an online request for transportation in order to register their child for bus service. To be eligible, students must be inside their school’s catchment area but outside the new “walk limits.” The walk limit is four kilometres for kindergarten to Grade 3 students and 4.8 kilometres for Grade 4 to 12 students. Students living closer than the walk limit, or who attend a school in a different catchment area, will have to find their own way to school and back. On Bowen Island, the bus service that links students’ homes with the Snug Cove ferry terminal will run four days See Bus page 3

Young and car free

NEWS photo Cindy Goodman

WESTCOT Elementary students Jack Craddock, Ryan Rafter, Young Hong and Brendan Ma take advantage of the City of North Vancouver’s Car Free Day to race their long boards down Lonsdale Avenue. The thoroughfare was closed to vehicles between Third Street and Esplanade 12-6 p.m. June 20 as part of the celebration. The city plans to make it an annual event.

Man seeks acquittal after 26 years Jane Seyd

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THE B.C. Court of Appeal has reserved its final decision on whether to set free a man who spent 26 years in jail for crimes he says he did not commit. Justice Richard Low said the key issue will be whether to acquit Ivan Henry of the crimes or order a new trial. Henry, 63, was sent to jail and declared a dangerous offender

Court to decide whether longimprisoned 63-year-old goes free

after being convicted in 1983 of a series of brutal sexual attacks on women in the Mount Pleasant and Marpole areas of Vancouver. But Henry always maintained his innocence. Several years ago, prosecutors re-examined the case and concluded it’s possible Henry was wrongfully convicted. For the past year, Henry has lived with his adult daughter

Tanya Olivares in Lynn Valley while waiting for the court to hear his appeal. Outside the court, Olivares said both she and her sister Kari Henry are relieved the appeal has been heard and are hopeful about the outcome. Her father, who did not attend court, is also doing well, she said. “He’s also hopeful.” Both of Henry’s daughters were in the courtroom this week as Crown and defence lawyers told a panel of three justices there were serious flaws with Henry’s case. Both sides said, based on See Police page 5

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Drunk driving fraudster avoids jail time Man gets suspended sentence for claiming crashed car was stolen

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A North Vancouver man who crashed his sports car while drunk then claimed the car had been stolen was handed a criminal record but escaped without any jail time June 14.

Judge Carol Baird Ellan of the North Vancouver provincial court handed Babak Taheripari, 23, a suspended sentence for lying to both the insurance company and police in what she described as a “completely unsophisticated and ludicrous plan” to avoid being caught driving drunk and get ICBC to pay for his sports car. Taheripari crashed his 2004 Nissan 350Z near the intersection of Larson and Westview roads at around 4 a.m. on Nov. 12, 2007 after a night out downtown with a friend. Crown counsel Daniel Fox described how a woman in a taxi came across the wreckage shortly after the car crashed into a telephone pole. “The rear of the vehicle had been torn off and parts were scattered around the intersection,” he said. The woman saw two young men running away from the scene. She chased them, said Fox, but the pair kept running. When police arrived soon after, they found keys still in the car’s ignition and “a strong smell of alcohol in the vehicle,” said Fox. Taheripari’s cell phone was also found in the car.

Police used a tracking dog to follow the two men through Mosquito Creek Park, ending on 19th Street opposite Taheripari’s home. When police went to the door, Taheripari’s mother answered, telling officers her son was “probably” in his room. “She and her daughter were vague and noncommittal” when asked where Taheripari had been that evening, said Fox. It had been raining that night and “police noticed Mr. Taheripari’s hair was wet, although he said he’s been home all night.” Police didn’t buy the argument and handed Taheripari tickets for failing to remain at the scene of an accident and a 24-hour suspension for driving while impaired. Police later used records from cell phone towers to track the two men’s activities over the evening. Those records showed Taheripari drove to Whittaker’s home on East Keith Road around 9 p.m. before the two men drove downtown over Lions Gate Bridge. They remained downtown until 3:30 a.m. when they came back to the North Shore over the Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing, arriving near the crash site in the area of Larson Road shortly before 4 a.m. The day after the crash, Taheripari phoned ICBC and reported that his car had been stolen and involved in an accident. Later he provided letters from his mother, father, sister, sister’s friend and Whittaker, all claiming Taheripari had been at his home that night. But his story didn’t add up. Investigators found no indication the locks on the car had been broken. At one point, Taheripari suggested someone may have found a spare key that he had lost and used that to get into his car. But ICBC found the car dealership had reprogrammed the keys since then. In addition,

the key in the ignition had signs of regular wear, said Fox, while a key Taheripari provided had very little. When ICBC refused to pay his claim, Taheripari launched a small claims lawsuit against the insurance company. “He persisted in this claim that it was stolen right until the guilty plea was entered,” said Fox. Taheripari pleaded guilty to fraud over $5,000 in the case in December, just before a scheduled trial. Fox noted Taheripari has had four speeding tickets and two 24-hour suspensions for impaired driving in the past six years and has had his driver’s licence suspended three times since 2006. Defence lawyer Danny Markovitz told the judge Taheripari has paid for his actions. The car — worth $35,000 — was a write off, he said. ICBC also won a $6,000 civil court judgment against Taheripari over the case. “He panicked,” said Markovitz. “It was like a snowball rolling down hill. He got deeper and deeper into this lie and he couldn’t get out of it.” Markovitz asked Baird Ellan to consider giving Taheripari a discharge, which would leave him with no criminal record. But the judge said she wasn’t going to do that. “Most honest people wouldn’t consider for a moment lying to police, starting a claim and going in and filing a small claims action,” she said. She added she was “appalled” that Taheripari’s family all signed letters giving him a false alibi. “None of your family members or Mr. Whittaker found anything wrong with defrauding ICBC,” she said. She sentenced Taheripari to one year probation, including 50 hours of community work service and a safe driving course.

Staff say $1.5-M mechanism not cost effective

City drops Lonsdale bike escalator plan Benjamin Alldritt

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A Norwegian-style bicycle escalator is not a costeffective way to promote cycling on the North Shore, City of North Vancouver councillors decided Monday, although the best way to get bikers up Lonsdale Avenue’s steep hill remains unclear.

Mayor Darrell Mussatto floated the Trampe system as a possibility last year. The only known example is in Trondheim, Norway, where users place their right foot on a small platform and the keycard-activated system pulls the platform and the cyclist up the hill in a manner roughly similar to an escalator or a ski lift. Such a system could cost the city as much as $1.5 million to build, reported staff, and would encounter numerous obstacles. While the Trondheim system runs on a single straight route with little other traffic, a North Vancouver version would have to contend with several intersections, street furniture, and busy traffic. The variable gradient on all of the city’s popular north-south routes would also complicate the bike escalator, a problem the Trampe didn’t have to contend with in Norway. In its place, staff suggested the city ask TransLink to operate a free shuttle bus to ferry cyclists from the waterfront to Central Lonsdale. But a majority of council voted this idea down, saying it too was a non-starter. “I just came from a TransLink mayor’s council meeting last week,” said Coun. Craig Keating, “and I know for a fact that through to the end of 2013, TransLink is not going to put one more hour of bus service on any road in any place in Metro Vancouver. So the idea that they’re going to give us free buses is hopeful at best.” Keating did say that the city, in the coming budget cycle, should shift its transportation spending focus away from roads and towards bicycle-friendly infrastructure. “Roads were built to create a market for cars,” he said. “You put in the infrastructure and you create the kind of transportation choices that people are relatively compelled to make.” Keating said it would be a “huge mistake” to keep funding roads at the expense of other options. On the losing side of a 4-2 vote, Coun. Bob Fearnley said while TransLink might not want to fund a free shuttle system, Central Lonsdale merchants might. “I know a lot people come over on the SeaBus. They get to the Quay and wander around for a few minutes,” he said. “There’s no See Councillor page 5

NEWS photo Cindy Goodman

Concrete action WORKERS replace concrete dividers on Marine Drive east of Taylor Way Sunday as part of a 36-hour effort to shift West Vancouver’s aging Blue Bridge several metres north. The 80-year-old structure will serve as a detour for traffic while a new crossing over the Capilano River is built in its place over the next nine months.

Bus cuts to save school district $200K

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a week and be unavailable on Fridays. Bus service from Horseshoe Bay to the district’s three high schools will remain unchanged. Getting parents to register their children for bus service will also help the district draw up the most efficient route for each bus, said superintendent Geoff Jopson. Over the next year, two or three buses may be removed from service. Overall, the district hopes to shed about a third of its $600,000 annual transportation budget. “We want to make sure the resources stay in the classroom,” Jopson said. “The board has just passed a balanced budget and there

are no staff reductions; our library service and administrative services remain as they have been, which is a very good news story in this economic climate.” The decision follows a 2009 consultant’s study which was reviewed by district staff in consultation with students and parents. The district has also warned transit operators in West Vancouver and Bowen Island about the coming changes, Jopson said. “Better public bus service in West Vancouver would assist us greatly — and many families,” he said. Parents can file an online application for school transportation at www.sd45.bc.ca.

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Police line-up questioned

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the evidence, Henry never should have been convicted. David Layton, Henry’s lead defence lawyer, described what happened to Henry as the “almost perfect storm of mistakes, weaknesses, flaws and deficiencies” that had resulted in a “serious miscarriage of justice.” Key to Henry’s appeal, said Layton, is the fact “there was no independent evidence connecting Mr. Henry to any of these crimes.” Henry’s original conviction turned on several of the victims identifying him as their attacker in a police line-up and photo line-up. But Layton said those lineups were “egregiously flawed” and called the women’s identification of Henry into question. In one of the line-ups, viewed by six women, Henry was physically forced into the room, yelling and shouting as he was restrained by police, clearly indicating he was a suspect, said Layton. He was also shorter than any of the other subjects and was the only man with curly red hair. Despite those clues, only three of the women identified him. Layton said other women were shown a photo of Henry that coloured their later

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NORTH Vancouver’s Ivan Henry went to prison for 26 years for a series of attacks he says he didn’t commit. descriptions of their assailant. Initially, many of the women gave either very general descriptions or provided details that didn’t actually match Henry’s appearance. But after seeing the line-up or photo shown to them by police, the descriptions changed to match Henry, said Layton. Headdedthat identification would be especially difficult because the attacks took place in the dark, and the women’s assailant usually covered his face or put a pillow over the face of his victim. Identification is an area of evidence most subject to flaws and one of those most likely to result in wrongful convictions,

said Layton. Standards of evidence have also changed from the time Henry was originally convicted. One victim, for instance, only identified Henry as he stood in the prisoner’s dock in court — something that wouldn’t be allowed today. Another victim testified after being hypnotized, said Layton. That practice is also no longer allowed in court cases, he said, because experts have since discovered that hypnosis can create false memories. Crown counsel in the original trial also failed to disclose some key evidence to Henry, including the fact one victim who told a jury she

would forever remember the face of her attacker had earlier pointed to two other men as possibly being her assailant. The Crown also didn’t tell Henry that semen had been collected from one of the victims. Although today’s DNA testing did not exist at the time of the investigation, other types of tests that might have ruled Henry out as the perpetrator were in use, said Layton. Applying today’s legal standards to the evidence at the original trial, “those verdicts could never occur again,” said Layton. Crown lawyer David Crossin said he agreed with that assessment. He added that Henry represented himself in the trial and wasn’t capable of mounting a logical defence. “There’s some evidence Mr. Henry was suffering from a mental disorder at the time of his trial,” said Crossin. But he said it is important to remember the case isn’t about the honesty or integrity of the victims who testified at the original trial. “The issue is not their honesty. Mr. Henry may be innocent. Mr. Henry may be guilty,” he said. Crossin said the only issue is whether there was enough evidence to properly convict Henry of the offences.

Councillor suggests merchants fund shuttle From page 3 way to go anywhere; they don’t see anything else to do, so they stop there. I think a shuttle system going up Lonsdale or to another shopping area might be a good idea for our merchants to consider.” Coun. Rod Clark said he was

open to revisiting the idea in a few years, but suggested in the meantime the city should build on the success of its recent Car Free Day in Lower Lonsdale. “I would like to see more of that kind of thing,” he said. “Indeed, I think we should be considering restricting traffic in Central Lonsdale as well,

maybe on a more permanent sort of basis. Those who were in attendance noted the crowds; the shops were full. There’s no reason why we can’t encourage that sort of thing.” “There’s a real want out there for something different to move people around,” said Mussatto.

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HE facts that emerged this week in the B.C. Court of Appeal’s review of Ivan Henry’s 1983 rape conviction suggest it is not just Henry’s case that should be revisited, but the larger system that allowed it to remain unchallenged for so long. WhenHenrywasdraggedintoapolice line-up after his original arrest, he was the only man who was restrained, the only one struggling against the police holding him, and the only one who was short with curly red hair. Despite this glaringly flawed process, only half the victims identified him. That he was convicted based on this and similarly problematic evidence is outrageous. Even more stunning, however, is the fact that for 26 years, no one would listen to his appeals. Ultimately, it was little more than chance that resulted in

a court’s looking into the matter this year. Any reasonable person reviewing the facts dispassionately would recognize that at the very least Henry should have a new trial. The fact no one did suggests there is something wrong with the way we’ve been handling these matters. It’s possible that Henry’s was an anomalous case, that his was the one time someone fell through the cracks in an otherwise fair system, but this cannot be assumed without further examination. Our response to this file must not stop with the appeal court’s ultimate decision. Those with the power to do so must tease it apart to establish how it happened, who else it might have happened to, and to ensure it never happens again.

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One Seymour tower will give rise to another Dear Editor: I read every word of the two-page advertisement for Pacific Arbour Retirement Communities’ Seymour proposal (North Shore News, June 9). The one sentence that stands out is: “However, Pacific Arbour’s proposed height and density is consistent with an adjacent residential building in the area.” So, if this project goes forward, how long will it be before another highrise is proposed and this sentence will read: Developer’s proposal is consistent with two residential buildings in the area? The approval of this project will be the worst thing for the residents of Seymour. And, with the upcoming construction of Seylynn Village, traffic gridlock and pollution will be prohibitive. Livability will be severely compromised. Wendy Qureshi North Vancouver

Take long view of eye regs

Dear Editor: My first thought after reading James Weldon’s Sunday Focus story Eye Regs May Take us to Dark Ages (North Shore News, June 13) was of hundreds if not thousands of B.C. residents becoming blind by buying eyewear on the Internet and not visiting an optometrist. My second thought, though, is that optometrists have been protected from competition up until now, unlike other health care providers. Physiotherapists, chiropractors, massage practitioners, trainers and bodyworkers are competing for the same patients.

With the advent of new technology, radiologists are competing with the artery and cardiac professionals. Not so many years ago, podiatrists provided most of the orthotics, not now. With the advent of the web, things are changing, and optometrists will have to compete like other health care professionals, spending more time educating the public on their prowess. I myself will continue to buy my readers in spite of their doubling in price in the last year. James S. McGregor West Vancouver

Gun vote an attack on democracy Dear Editor: What ever happened to democracy? Remember when each MP was supposed to represent the constituents who got them elected? Over the past two decades, we have allowed dictatorial control over the voting in our Parliament. Your story (MPs Would End Gun Registry, North Shore News, June 11) states: “Liberal leader Michael Ignatieff has since said he will instruct his caucus to vote against the bill, while NDP leader Jack Layton said he will allow his

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members to vote freely.” If demanding MPs vote a certain way isn’t a dictatorship, then what is? Even the NDP subscribe to only “allowing” free votes on rare occasions. In order to have a democracy, every vote should be free. How else will our voices be heard in Parliament? Allowing party leaders to control how MPs vote is anti-democratic, to say the least. No one person should hold that much power. Stuart Matthews Vancouver

Garbage vigilantes should drop the trash talk

Dear Editor: The activities of the Black Bear Network don’t belong in a democracy. This group has no official standing, yet they’re taking it upon themselves to stick threatening notices on doorsteps. For example: “You were noticed putting out your bin the night before pickup. Penalty: a $100 fine.” Hello? Neighbour spying on neighbour. There’s something very wrong here. It’s a bit too totalitarian for comfort. These people need to get a life and mind their own business. It’s time local government stepped in and put a stop to their antics. Liz Marshall North Vancouver

Trash talk must be heeded Dear Editor: On June 20 at about 7:40 p.m., I was driving to my home in the British Properties when I saw a rather large dog on the neighbour’s driveway — and then realized it was a black bear. People need to remember that we share our habitat with these creatures. This young black bear found some good eats in the neighbour’s garbage, which had been put out the night before rather than in the morning. People were also trying to get up close to get photos. This is a wild animal, and if you want a close up, use the zoom lens. Please remind people to be bear aware on the North Shore, because bears are naturally curious, especially if they smell tasty treats like fresh garbage. Shane Goodenough West Vancouver

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Elizabeth James “Readers haven’t gone to the Internet and other news media because it is cheaper or easier; they’ve gone because they no longer trust what the major newspapers are printing.” Edward Reagan, editor, Camas Courier, Fairfield, Idaho (Pop. 395)

TO what degree, if at all, does that sad commentary resonate with British Columbians?

If the question gives rise to an uncomfortable niggle, readers may find Reagan’s follow-up even more troubling: “The readership of major newspapers has declined for two reasons,” he wrote. “One, they no longer care about the communities they purport to serve, and two, they have bought into the idea that they should manipulate their readers rather than inform them.” Strong words to be

sure, but words that, for obvious reasons, did not tar community newspapers with the same unkind brush. Reagan, an editor in a community that’s about as small as a community can be, wrote his comments in a letter to the editor of The Writer magazine. It was published in the July issue. He did so following the magazine’s review of The Death and Life of American Journalism by Robert W. McChesney and John Nichols, because he “was curious to see why someone thinks journalism is dying in America.” (I’m curious too, and look forward to receiving my copy of the book). Although Reagan’s letter took less than a minute to read, it gave me much food for thought over the past week. If we agree that unfettered and independent journalism is essential to the health of a democracy, it is important for us to discuss where we stand with respect to Canada’s major newspapers. For some time now, I have wondered why so many excellent journalists have chosen to — or been asked to — leave their positions with major dailies. I miss their voices. In today’s media, “breaking news” about government matters is

often little more than a regurgitation of press releases issued by the politicians themselves. I joined more than a few friends in bemoaning the loss of many of the strongest voices from our local mainstream editions: print and radio journalists like Allan Fotheringham; the two Jacks — Wasserman and Webster; Rafe Mair; Gary Bannerman; Russ Francis; and, yes, the evercontroversial Doug Collins. Whether deceased or, thankfully, only retired from their beats to continue their work in a different medium, these writers are missed

because, agree with them or not, we always knew where we stood with their individual opinions. In days gone by, an editorial reflected the acknowledged leanings of both the publication and the editor. A column was a column and, for the most part, a news report was a balanced, straightforward recitation of the facts. Today, with mergers and acquisitions bringing us ever closer to monopolistic journalism, one could argue that Marshall McLuhan’s assertion that “the medium is the message” has been

irreversibly flipped; the message has become the medium by which government spin and corporate branding now direct not just the art of journalism, but the actions and reactions of an entire population. For those inclined to doubt that, consider how many times the mass media has persuaded us to take action by bombarding us with messages of doom. They are the if-you-do-this-ordon’t-do-that-the-world-aswe-know-it-will-come-to-anend types of messages. They are the messages delivered on behalf of those

whose chief aim appears to be manipulation of our behaviour. And of course these messages are closely followed by the comforting assertion that they just happen to have the answer to the problem. That the solutions are usually taxes we would otherwise have protested or goods and services we do not need becomes lost as we jump on the bandwagons of fear. Recent examples include the SARS epidemic of 2002/2003; the avian flu scares of 2004 and 2006;

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The Lower Lonsdale Business Association is hosting the 4th Annual Party at the Pier. This unique maritime celebration includes family-friendly entertainment and activities throughout the weekend. Sinfonia Orchestra Brass Spectacular will kick off the festival on Saturday, July 17 at 7:30pm, with an evening concert on the Pier. Entrance by donation. On Sunday, July 18 enjoy FREE entertainment from 11am - 4pm, featuring a variety of award-winning musical guests, roving performers, face painters, a bouncy castle, interpretive tours and the Seaspan tugboat ballet. Plus, a great selection of food and beverage will be available for purchase. Take advantage of the free bike valet on Sunday and leave the car at home. The South Korean Navy Vessel ROKS Yang Man Choon will be moored at the Pier and open for public tours on July 18 from 11am - 5pm. Detailed information at www.cnv.org.

Road and Building Construction in the City

A reminder that temporary 'no parking' signs are in place at various locations throughout the City where road and/or building construction is occuring. Designated 'no parking' zones are necessary to allow for construction activity to safely occur with minimal impact on traffic. Please be aware of posted signs as parking in these zones could lead to the vehicle being ticketed and/or towed. As well, please note that parking within 3m or 10ft of a lane or driveway and 6m or 20ft of a crosswalk or intersection is prohibited. For details, please refer to Street and Traffic Bylaw 6234, available at www.cnv.org.

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Start your day with the popular pancake breakfast at Grand Boulevard Park and then watch the parade as it travels from 13th Street & Grand Boulevard to Mahon Park. www.northshoreparade.org. Celebrations at Waterfront Park Noon - 4:30pm This popular community event appeals to all ages. Enjoy live music, entertainment, arts & crafts, miniature golf, face painting, climbing wall, cupcakes, free bike valet and more! Details at www.northvancanadaday.com.

Summer in the City Concerts

June 26 at 1pm - Jennifer Scott Quartet July 3 at 1pm - Dylan Cramer The popular Jazz Festival Concert Series returns to Civic Plaza at Lonsdale and 14th Street. Join us for great live music at these fun and free community concerts. Details at www.coastaljazz.ca.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 - North Shore News - A9

NV teen wins essay honour

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National prize highlights Aboriginal past Niamh Scallan nscallan@nsnews.com

A North Vancouver teen has won the top prize in a national essay-writing contest for Aboriginal youth.

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Stephanie Wood, a Grade 12 student at Sutherland secondary and a member of the Squamish Nation, received word of her first place finish in the Canadian Aboriginal Writing Challenge last week. She and her mother embarked on an all-expenses paid trip to Regina, Sask. June 14 to accept her $2,000 prize. Woods’ winning submission will also be published in Canada’s History magazine, formerly the Beaver. “It was super exciting,” she said. “Everything just happened so fast.” The annual contest, hosted by the non-profit HistoricaDominion Institute, encourages Aboriginal writers between 14 and 29 to submit stories about moments or themes in Aboriginal history. An advisory committee of Aboriginal authors and leaders from across the country selects the winners. Woods’ submission, NEWS photo Cindy Goodman entitled “The Indian in the NORTH Vancouver’s Stephanie Wood won the Canadian Aboriginal Writing Child,” tells the story of a Challenge for her story, “The Indian in the Child.” Wood graduated from Sutherland girl growing up in one of secondary this year and hopes to pursue a career in writing. Canada’s notorious residential schools. Woods complemented her narrative with quotes from Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s 2008 formal apology to former students of the residential system. “I was really trying to think of something important to A West Vancouver man was put back behind bars Aboriginal heritage, and something that really stuck out was after police caught him outside with a handgun residential schools,” Woods said. “My grandma went to one, so after a court-ordered curfew. it’s something that has personally affected my family as well.” Two West Vancouver officers made a routine stop by the home This year’s panel of judges featured some well-known figures, including former CBC Radio journalist Brian Maracle, of 27-year-old Konaam Shirzad just after 9 p.m. June 10 to find he Senator Patrick Brazeau and editor of Canada’s History Mark wasn’t there. When Shirzad returned less than an hour later, they arrested him for breach of curfew. A search of his vehicle turned up Reid. Gov. Gen. Michaëlle Jean and Assembly of First Nations the gun and a retractable baton. Shirzad has been charged with nine offences, including possession national chief Shawn Atleo served as honourary patrons of the of a prohibited weapon and unlawful possession of a firearm. He was committee. After graduation, Woods plans to follow her passion for kept in custody until he appeared in court June 15. writing at a post-secondary level. She applied to a number of A spokesman for the WVPD, couldn’t say why Shirzad was under creative writing and English programs at schools across the curfew, citing privacy legislation, but he noted that the restrictions province for the fall. are applied “for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to bail “I’m going to go to school for writing, and I’ll just go from and probation conditions, or otherwise as the court sees fit.” there,” she said. — Kerry Blackadar

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POLICE evacuated staff from West Vancouver secondary after someone set off a small explosive device near the school’s entrance overnight.

ROSIE Hancook’s bear Woodruff gets a checkup from bear doctor Jeanine Holt at the Teddy Bears’ Picnic June 19 at North Vancouver’s St. Andrew’s United Church. The family event featured themed activities, games and entertainment.

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West Vancouver police were called to the scene just after 7 a.m. June 17 when people arriving at the facility’s south campus on Inglewood Avenue found damage to the front door apparently caused by a handmade bomb. Investigators ushered employees out of the building while they scoured the school for other threats. When none were found, the mess was cleaned up and the facility reopened. Classes were out at the time while students studied for exams. No one was hurt in the incident. Anyone with information about the crime is asked to contact West Vancouver police at 604-925-7300. Callers should cite file 10-7361. — James Weldon

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NOTICE is hereby given, under the provisions of the Local Government Act, that at a Public Meeting will be held on MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 141 West 14th Street, North Vancouver, B.C.

Temporary Use Permit 2010-00001 LIONS GATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY has applied for a Temporary Use Permit with respect to properties legally described as Lot A of the Public Harbour of Burrard Inlet New Westminster District, Plan LMP51190, as indicated on the sketch, located at 925 Harbourside Drive. The applicant proposes to construct and operate a temporary school at Harbourside Business Park as an interim measure until a permanent site for the school can be found. The school would consist of a 25,790 square foot classroom and administrative building constructed of modular units and a 10,360 square foot fabric covered gymnasium with a maximum height of 36 feet. Play structures and courts, 50 surface parking spaces and two bus loading spaces would also be located on site.

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

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

The relevant background material may be inspected at the of"ce of the City Clerk between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except Statutory Holidays, from June 11 to June 28, 2010. If you wish to view the material online please go to www.cnv.org and access City Hall/Council Meetings/Public Hearings and Meetings. Please direct inquiries to Courtney Miller, Community Development, at 604-990-4219 or cmiller@cnv.org. Written submissions to the City Clerk will be accepted up to and including June 28, 2010 or by email to randerson@cnv.org.

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NOTICE is hereby given by the City of North Vancouver that a Public Hearing will be held on MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 141 West 14th Street, North Vancouver, B.C. to receive representations in connection with the following proposed amendment to “City of North Vancouver Of"cial Community Plan Bylaw, 2002, No. 7425” and “Zoning Bylaw, 1995, No. 6700”.

OCP Bylaw No. 8084 - 735 West 15th Street To amend Schedule A of “City of North Vancouver Of"cial Community Plan Bylaw, 2002, No. 7425” to change the Land Use Designation for the property located at 735 West 15th Street, legally described as Lot 2, Block 9, D.L. 265, Plan 10728, from Industrial Use to Residential Level 4 - Medium Density.

Zoning Bylaw No. 8085 - 735 West 15th Street To rezone Lot 2, Block 9, D.L. 265, Plan 10728, as indicated on the sketch, located at 735 West 15th Street. The amendment to “Zoning Bylaw, 1995, No. 6700” would have the effect of reclassifying the said property FROM:

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to permit the construction of three buildings, containing a total of 60 dwelling units. The proposed development is three storeys high with an underground parking structure. The parking is accessed from the lane to the rear. This development proposes a 1.0 !oor space ratio (FSR) plus exclusion for rooftop access and a 0.125 FSR density bonus for environmental considerations. APPLICANT: ADERA EQUITIES LIMITED/INTEGRA ARCHITECTURE INC. This Public Hearing is held under the provisions of the Local Government Act. All persons who believe they may be affected by the above proposal will be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person and/or by written submission. Written submissions to the City Clerk will be accepted up to the conclusion of the Public Hearing to be held on Monday, June 28, 2010 or by email to randerson@cnv.org. Submissions received after the conclusion of the Public Hearing will not be considered by Council. The proposed Bylaws and relevant background material may be inspected at the of"ce of the City Clerk between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except Statutory Holidays, from June 11 to June 28, 2010 If you wish to view the material online please go to www.cnv.org and access City Hall/Council Meetings/Public Hearings and Meetings. Please direct inquiries regarding Bylaws Nos. 8084 and 8085 to Barbara Westmacott, Community Development, at 604-990-4216 or bwestmacott@cnv. org. 141 West 14th Street, North Vancouver BC V7M 1H9 | Tel: 604-985-7761 | Fax: 604-985-9417

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

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010 - North Shore News - A11

Fear sparks inconvenient tax From page 7

and the H1N1 “pandemic” which, in 2009, caused huge vaccination line-ups. But these all pale in comparison to the mother of all fearmongering messages: An Inconvenient Truth — a single, flawed book written by a man whose main claim to fame was having been second-in-command to an erstwhile most powerful man on earth. Read by the premier of this province during a Christmas vacation on a Hawaiian beach, that book has spawned not just the cap-and-trade schemes and taxes that only now are beginning to hit home, but global green industries, the carbon footprints of which are treading over every aspect of our lives. Present, of course, were the grains of truth essential to the success of each message. That not withstanding, the orchestrated events of the past decade would not have reached the record-breaking proportions they did were it not for the wildfires ignited by a complicit mainstream media. We are well on the way, it seems, to having a consistent message delivered to every doorstep in the country. Quite how publishers expect to succeed in that endeavour in light of the vibrant demographic terrain we enjoy in Canada — without reducing the minds of an Alexandra Morton, a Leonard George, a Calgary Stampeder and a Bay Street suit to a single, sterile denominator — escapes me. Nor

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City of North Vancouver Mayor Darrell Mussatto, Sgt. Paul Duffy and North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce events manager Gail Pickrell team up for a photo. The 26th annual Take a Police Officer to Lunch event was held at Stella Jo Dean Plaza, just west of the Gerry Brewer RCMP building, in North Vancouver June 2. Hosted by the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, the lunchtime barbecue is intended to give North Shore business owners and community members an opportunity to thank local RCMP for their hard work and dedication.

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work with a builder then a fee proposal is the next step. Each builder will receive identical drawings and specifications and will return to you a fee proposal, outlining their scope of work and an estimated cost to complete it. Since it’s very rare to find a homebuilder these days willing to give a fixed price on a building project you can expect your fee proposal to be a cost estimate with an additional amount added on as a management fee. The typical contract between owner and contractor, in this most common scenario, is the CCDC-3 (Canadian Construction Documents Committee) Cost Plus Contract. What it amounts to in the end is that the estimated cost to complete the work is essentially that, just an estimate. The contractor is not legally bound to a number. I generally like to negotiate a fixed administration fee based on a percentage of the actual cost to complete. This percentage typically runs anywhere from 10 to 15 per cent of actual-cost

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Bird Survey: All levels of birders welcome on the first Saturday of the month, 8 a.m. at Maplewood Flats Conservation Area, 2645 Dollarton Hwy., North Vancouver. For more information, call 604-9875586. — Compiled by Debbie Caldwell and Pamela Stone E-mail information for your North Shore non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to listings@nsnews.com.

Community Garden Project: Share your gardening expertise and make a difference in your community. Molly Nye House is looking for volunteers to help with a new project later this Spring. All supplies provided. Info: 604-987-5820.

Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4360, 2004, Amendment Bylaw No. 4643, 2010

Notice is given that a PUBLIC HEARING will be held in the Council Chamber of the Municipal Hall of The Corporation of the District of West Vancouver at 750 - 17th Street, West Vancouver, B.C. on Monday, June 28, 2010 at 7:00 pm to consider the following: Applicant: The District of West Vancouver Subject Lands: The proposed Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw amendments apply to all lands in the municipality of West Vancouver. Purpose: The proposed Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw amendments will: incorporate key policy directions of the Community Dialogue on Neighbourhood Character and Housing, which was undertaken in 2007-2008 in accordance with OCP Policy H 1; and establish the policy framework to “allow for the examination of new housing prototypes in Existing Neighbourhoods through a District of West Vancouver led housing pilot program.” Enquiries: Planning Department, Municipal Hall. Phone: 604-925-7055. Summary of the proposed OCP Bylaw amendments: A new subsection titled “The Community Dialogue on Neighbourhood Character and Housing”would be added. This subsection would make current the OCP’s 2004 direction to undertake a dialogue on housing, and discuss the key findings of the Community Dialogue. A new Policy H 4.1 would be added to provide policy for the District’s Housing Pilot Program. As envisioned by the Community Dialogue on Neighbourhood Character and Housing Working Group, in its report of September 2008, pilot projects: “would allow for new housing prototypes consistent with the community’s desire for improved housing choice, for housing that is sympathetic to a site’s natural features and minimizes site alteration, and for housing designed to fit with established neighbourhood character; would involve the selection of project(s) by Council following a formal open selection process;

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by visiting YouTube and searching for “installing a rubber lined pond.” YouTube has everything, now if they only had an instructional video for raising children, everything in the world would be just fine. For those people who don’t have a piece of earth to garden on, the water pond in a tub has allowed gardeners to enjoy their own little drop of water heaven. When I lived in an apartment when I was on my own, I used an old plastic drum that I cut in half and painted blue as my balcony pond. It had three kinds of plants, a small bubbling pump and two goldfish (because no person or fish should live alone). That primitive drum-pond provided me with a small piece of tranquility and ongoing interest on my balcony for three years until I moved. There was also a collection of beer bottle caps adorning the bottom of the drum, which I found once I emptied the pond, likely a result of my partying friends dropping them in when I was not looking. Balcony-sized ponds can now be bought as prefabricated bowls complete with a built-in shelf for plants and an opening for a small pump. Made of fiberglass or plastic these prefab See Water page 18

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CAN you name the small European country located between Spain and France in the Pyrenees Mountains? What about the name given to a warm, dry wind that causes snow to melt rapidly along the foothills of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains? Leave it to North Vancouver’s Alejandro Torres-Lopez to answer with “Andorra” and “chinook” in a heartbeat. The Grade 10 Handsworth secondary student recently won the Great Canadian Geography Competition, Canada’s largest student geography challenge. After placing in the top 10 since his first national final in 2006, Torres-Lopez finished his last year of

competition in first place. “I’m really happy about it,” he said. Students in grades 7 to 10 at schools registered with the Royal Canadian Geography Society are eligible to participate in the program. Top students from provincial and territorial tests are invited to compete in the national competition, an online knowledge test held annually. Torres-Lopez won the highest score and was awarded a $3,000 scholarship in May. Torres-Lopez’s interest in geography began when he traveled throughout South America as a child. Since then, travel experience as well as reading Canadian Geographic magazine and daily newspapers have helped him to learn more about the world around him, he said. “I’ve been to 20 different countries around the world and I’m always interested to know more after my trips,” the national champion said. Torres-Lopez is eligible to compete for a spot on Team Canada at the National Geographic World Championship in 2011. Positions will be announced later this year. In the meantime, the North Vancouver student plans to keep up his trivia skills with a daily dose of Jeopardy and reading.

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A24 - North Shore News - Wednesday, June 23, 2010

outdoorliving Looking for a little something to liven up a space? These lanterns are spot on!

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Patio lanterns inspired by far-off lands add exotic flare to your outdoor space. Urban Barn, which has a location in The Village at Park Royal, stocks an assortment of styles that evoke eastern cultures. The soft curves of Moor lanterns ($34 each) echo the delicate motifs characteristic of Islamic ornament. Available in two styles, the lanterns have a powder-coated iron frame that will withstand the outdoors.

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My personal favourite of the new-product roster is the PC Ice Cream Shop. The 14 flavours — which include Mint Chocolate, Root Beer Float and Caramel Toffee Crunch — are made with 100 per cent Canadian cream and when I picked up a couple of containers they were, get this, $3 for 946 ml. Find out more at pc.ca.

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The perfect drop for a summer barbecue has to be rosé. These days, pink wine has cast off its cloying reputation as being too sweet, and instead is made in interesting styles that range from dry to off-dry, and in colour from light salmon to deeper hues of blush.

2009 JOIEFARM ROSÉ This versatile food wine is made in B.C. with Pinot Noir, Gamay, Pinot Meunier and a little Pinot Gris.

At our request, Rory Conroy of Everything Wine on Marine Drive in North Vancouver made two picks from the store’s selection of rosé wines.

SAN SILVESTRO CHIARETTO ROSÉ BARBERA This pink sipper is made in Italy from Barbera grapes.

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One of the country’s best barbecuers (and smokers and grillers) lives right here on the North Shore

the plank Planked Tandoori Salmon with Peach Chutney & Minted Yogurt RECIPE AND PHOTOS FROM BARBECUE SECRETS DELUXE!

When we went in search of a recipe that would inspire you to get grilling we knew exactly who to turn to. Rockin’ Ronnie Shewchuck — barbecue champion and author of Barbecue Secrets Deluxe! — shares a tasty twist on cedar-planked salmon. If you want to catch him in action visit the Lobby Lounge Patio at the new Fairmont Pacific Rim between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. any Sunday this summer for Smokin’ Sundays, a $24 per person buffet that features his Classic BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches and Grilled Tri-Tip. Call 604-695-5300 to make a reservation.

One of the best ways to prepare papadums — delicious Indian crackers — is to grill it. All it takes is 10 or 20 seconds per side on a hot grill to crisp them up.

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1 cup (250 ml) plain low-fat yogurt kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper METHOD Combine the olive oil and garlic in a bowl. Rub the mixture all over the salmon. Sprinkle the salmon with the tandoori powder or garam masala and season it lightly with salt. Cover the salmon and refrigerate it for up to two hours. Dissolve the sugar in the vinegar in a nonreactive saucepan over moderately high heat. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook it for one minute. Stir in the peaches and ginger and return the chutney to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer the

chutney, stirring it frequently, until the fruit is softened, about five minutes. Transfer it to a bowl. Combine the honey, mint, cumin, and turmeric in a medium bowl. Whisk in the yogurt until it’s blended and season the mixture with salt and pepper. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the sauce. Preheat the grill on mediumhigh for five to 10 minutes, or until the chamber temperature rises above 500°F (260°C). Rinse the soaked plank and place it on the grate. Cover the grill and heat the plank for four to five minutes, or until it starts to throw off a bit of smoke and crackles lightly. Reduce the heat to medium. Place the salmon fillet on the plank. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the fish has an internal temperature of 135°F (57°C). Serve the salmon with the chutney and the yogurt sauce.

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A30 - North Shore News - Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Lions Gate Hospital Foundation

Golf Classic raises $300,000!(net)

On Monday, June 21, 2010, Lions Gate Hospital Foundation’s 14th Annual Golf Classic was held at Capilano Golf and Country Club. This year’s event raised $300,000 (net) towards the purchase of much-needed equipment for Lions Gate Hospital’s operating rooms.

14TH Annual Golf Classic PRESENTED BY:

This achievement was made possible with the combined generosity of our ‘Presented by’ sponsor Locher Evers International, along with all of our sponsors, players, and auction and raffle donors.

HOLE SPONSORS: A&W Food Services of Canada Howard and Gail Addison Adera Development Corporation Africa Oil Anthem Properties Group Ltd. AON Reed Stenhouse Inc. Best Western Westerly Hotel B. Gordon Hlynsky Architect Inc. Borden Ladner Gervais LLP Brookfield Properties Canexus Chemicals Canada Capilano Suspension Bridge Ltd. Chaston Construction Corporation Concert Properties Ltd. Cullen Diesel Power Ltd. Deeley Harley – Davidson Canada Deloitte Brent Eilers – Prudential Sussex Realty

Eric Christiansen Realty Fibreco Export Inc. Fraser Milner Casgrain Garibaldi Glass GE Healthcare Great-West Life Grossman & Stanley, Business Lawyers Gustavson Wylie Architects Inc. Halsall Associates Limited Haywood Securities Inc. Hunter Dickinson Inc. IBI Group KÜL Inc. Manulife Bank of Canada Marine Petrobulk Ltd. Mercury Launch & Tug Murphy Battista Neptune Bulk Terminals (Canada) Ltd.

North Shore Athletics North Shore Medical Imaging Ortho West Medical Inc. Park & Tilford Medical Clinic Inc./ Pemberton Marine Medical Clinic Inc. Peake & Richmond Ltd. Phillips, Hager, & North Investment Management Ltd. Port Metro Vancouver Prime Interiors Inc. Ratcliff & Company Robertson Floors Ltd. Servantage Corporation Suki and Desha Sekhon TD Commercial Banking The Strongman Group Western Stevedoring Y. Franks Appliances Ltd.

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Cheque presentation for $300,000: (l to r): Dr. Ramesh Sahjpaul and Judy Savage, accept cheque from Golf Classic Chair, Mark Hannah.

WE FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE THE GENEROSITY OF THE FOLLOWING OTHER SPONSORS: GOLF COURSE MEDIA PIN FLAG DINNER SNACK CART PARTICIPANT GIFT PUTTING CONTEST CART BREAKFAST REGISTRATION TEAM PHOTO WINE PROGRAM AUCTION

Capilano Golf & Country Club North Shore News Mark and Carol Hannah Ryan Beedie Wesgroup Properties W Seaspan Gulf Pacific Group Raymond James Inc. – Jamie Switzer and Marc Latta Walton Management Inc. McLean Budden Richard Kortje Leith Wheeler Investment Counsel Ltd. Paladin Security Stantec Architecture Ltd. Allied Shipbuilders Ltd. North Shore Credit Union

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Amica Mature Lifestyles Bitterroot Resources Ltd. British Pacific Properties Ltd. Cypress Capital Management Don Foster Doug Gartland – Canaccord Capital Corp. Goldsource Mines Inc. Meyer Floral Company Inc. Pac P.V.F. Trade Inc. RV Wilds & Associates Silvercrest Mines Inc. Jason Soprovich Staburn Property Group Gerald and Judith Strongman Graham Thody

GOLF CLASSIC COMMITTEE: Mark Hannah (Chair), Doug Towill (Past Chair), Chris Appleby, Ron Barré, Brad Burgart, Ashley Cooper, Andrew Couvell, Richard Kortje, Dr. John LeNobel, Jon Palfrey, Dr. Ramona Penner, Dr. Dave Spouge, Mark Stephenson, Karen Ravenhill and Bob Wilds. A special thank you to our Emcee, Dr. John Maynard and our Auctioneer, Hugh Bulmer of Maynards and all our dedicated and hard working volunteers.

Low Team Net – Winners: (l to r): Rodger Hutchinson, Joe Litnosky, Joe Hawk, and Doug Correa.

Participants: (l to r): Hugh Cooper, RBC Dominion Securities, smiles for the camera with Mayor Richard Walton during registration.

Lions Gate Hospital Foundation raises funds to support the highest quality health care on the North Shore Contact info: 231 East 15th St., North Vancouver, B.C., V7L 2L7 604-984-5785 | www.lghfoundation.com

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Young artist of the week

District Energy — Now’s the Time: The City of North Vancouver will be sponsoring the Canadian District Energy Association Conference and Exhi-

bition, June 23-25 at Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver. District energy is an energy technology that can help cities and communities function more efficiently, increase energy security and provide high quality jobs. This year’s conference will highlight the potential for district energy to help achieve climate change reduction goals. Join municipalities, plant operators, researchers and many others for a discussion on the policy, technology and emerging issues in today’s district energy landscape. Info and program guide: www.cnv.org.

Garden Focus Group: Residents of Maplewood neighbourhood are invited to discuss the potential use of public land for growing food in their area, Wednesday, June 23, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at I Hope Family Centre, 399 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver. A summary of the discussion will be presented to the district to help inform future policy decisions. Registration: kmcnamar@sfu.ca or 604904-6450. Garden Focus Group: Residents of Lynn Valley neighbourhood are invited to dis-

NEWS photo Mike Wakefield

Aiden Massey, 14, Balmoral junior secondary Art teacher: Teresa Anton Marlowe Favourite art: pottery Favourite artist: Vincent Massey His teacher writes: Aiden is a talented young potter. He is an independent learner who has taken the initiative to research glaze recipes. He is creating wonderful finishes for his pieces. Recently, he generously worked on his own time to throw 50 bowls for our school fundraiser in support of the Stephen Lewis Foundation and the school’s foster child. Young Artists of the Week are selected from North Shore schools by Artists for Kids for displaying exceptional ability in their classroom artwork. For details, visit the website www.artists4kids.com.

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We feature GREAT SPECIALS every week to save you even more

*PRICE MATCH. We determine a major competitor based on our assessment of a number of relevant factors that may vary by region. “Items you buy most” refers to our top selling products. We check competitor pricing on the majority of items you buy most on a weekly basis; and in all cases, no less than quarterly. We may not match a competitor’s short term promotional pricing activities(ie. one day sales or ‘door crashers’) or other promotional pricing activities such as ‘2 for 1’ or ‘buy 1 get 1 free’. We do not Price Match all items at all times; where we have Price Matched an item, it will be identified in-store. This is not a price match guarantee where we match any competitor price you find. PRICE CUT. Longer term price reductions on items identified in-store. “Items that matter most to you” refers to our top selling products. WEEKLY SPECIAL. Typically in effect from Saturday to Friday of each week on items identified in-store and/or in flyer.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 - North Shore News - A33

CELEBRATIONS

Chris Anderson and Lily Sun Maureen and Stuart Anderson of North Vancouver are delighted to announce the engagement of their son Chris Anderson to Lily Sun, daughter of Sun Jun and Ma Chung Hua of Shanghai, China.

Leon Woznow Ben Chute and Lindsay Andrews Ben Chute and Lindsay Andrews were married in Mexico on May 13 of this year. Family and friends wish them every future happiness.

Longtime Lynn Valley resident Leon Woznow was born in Medicine Hat, Alberta on June 25, 1930. He and wife Polly moved to their current neighbourhood in 1965, and raised their family there. All four children and six grandchildren continue to live on the North Shore. Family and friends wish Leon a happy 80th birthday.

SEND us your picture for our Celebrations page. Enclose a

Joanne and Neil MacDonald Joanne and Neil MacDonald married on June 22, 1970, at Niagara Falls, New York. This photo of the couple was taken on a hot and humid summer afternoon on Mount Royal in Montreal. Friends and family wish them a happy 40th anniversary.

Heather and John Sharpe Heather and John Sharpe wed on June 24, 2000. Lynda and Ray Sharpe send them congratulations on their 10th wedding anniversary tomorrow.

good-quality photo and a description of your wedding announcement, milestone anniversary (first, fifth and every subsequent five years) or birthday (80 years and every fifth year thereafter) along with a contact name and phone number and we’ll try to include it in our feature. E-mail your submission to dlancaster@ nsnews.com or bring us a hard copy print and not the original photo. The Celebrations page is a free service and there is no guarantee as to when submissions will be published.

Would you like to see your event in Bright Lights? Send us information on your upcoming community celebration, fundraiser or special event for consideration for our Bright Lights page, a feature of the North Shore News in every issue. Include a brief description of the event, and its date, time and location, and we’ll consider covering it. The Bright Lights page is a free service and there is no guarantee as to when or if events will be covered. Send the information to emcphee@nsnews.com.

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The Ambleside Orchestra of West Vancouver rehearses Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m. in the Community Music Hall at West Vancouver Recreation Centre. All strings welcome. Needed are french horns and double

Canadian Council for the Blind, North Shore chapter, meets the first Wednesday of the month, 1 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 220 West Eighth St., North Vancouver. Info: Joan at 604-985-2293.

couver. The association invites writers of all genres, fiction and non-fiction, to read their work in a friendly, comfortable atmosphere and to listen to other writers share their work and talk about the writing process. Readers are invited to attend to get to know established and new local writers. Free.

Caroun Photo Club: Meetings are held the third Wednesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Visitors are welcome. Info: www.CarounPhotoClub. com.

Deep Cove Ladies’ Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second and last Wednesday of each month at Lions Garey Ham Court, 936 Bowron Court, North Vancouver. New members are welcome. Info: Sally Scott at 604-924-1923.

Dare to be Heard, presented by the North Shore Writers Association, meets the first Wednesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Van-

Family of Origin Parenting: Westcoast Family Resources Society North Shore offers a free workshop on Wednesdays. Call Nancy at 604-417-3406 for information, time and venue.

bass. Info: 604-926-4814.

Gleneagles Scottish Country Dance Club: Experienced classes every Wednesday, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Braemar elementary, 3600 Mahon Ave., North Vancouver. Info: May at 604-926-3174. International Training in Communication: Learn to speak with confidence and poise on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, 7 p.m. at Cheers Restaurant, 125 East Second St., North Vancouver. Info: Doris Dungey at 604-926-3954. North Shore Chamber North Shore Chamber Orchestra meets Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Sutherland secondary, 1860 Sutherland Ave., North Vancouver, and is looking for new string players. Info: squires@shaw.ca or 604-9886652. North Shore Chorus meets Wednesdays, 7:15-9:45 p.m. at Mount Seymour United Church, 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver, and is looking for new members. Info: 604-985-2559 or www.nschorus.com or audreyowen@shaw. ca. North Shore Historical Society: Meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month (except July and August), 7 p.m., at the Community History Centre, 3203 Institute Rd., North Vancouver. North Shore White Cane Club meets for entertainment, discussions and refreshments on the first Wednesday of each month, 1-3 p.m., at St. John’s Church, 220 West Eighth St., North Vancouver. For more information contact Joan at 604-985-2293. North Vancouver Newcomers’ Club welcomes singles and couples who are new to the community or have experienced change of status and are looking for a new social group with meetings the first Wednesday of the month as well as a variety of activities throughout the month. Info and details: Christine, 604980-5885. See more page 38

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A CHEF IN YOUR KITCHEN Make the most of local strawberries. page 36

YOUR NORTH SHORE GUIDE to EXCEPTIONAL CUISINE

The case for convenience

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NOT long ago, I found myself at dinner with a food blogger. For those not in the know (I’m looking at you Mom and Dad), a blogger is a person who writes a weblog or a blog — an online diary of sorts. During the course of our dinner, the conversation took an interesting turn. In short, the blogger believes that authenticity is paramount; she was adamant that if food is not true to its origin, it’s not worth eating. We’re fortunate. We live in a region so rich with diversity that you can find an authentic version of almost any dish you crave somewhere within the boundaries of Metro Vancouver. There will always be a place for food that is faithful to its source, made with the same ingredients used through the centuries, and I applaud those who work to preserve this kind of edible heritage. That doesn’t mean there isn’t room for other kinds of food, restaurants that offer alternate interpretations, or dishes using unfamiliar combinations of ingredients; provided they are done well. While changing a recipe may not create lasting innovation — after all, we are talking about food here — it can bring different styles of food to a new audience. Still, I was skeptical about Wok Box. The Pan-Asian franchise was founded in

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NORTH Vancouver’s new Wok Box offers a fast and fresh take on dishes from all over Asia, like their version of Pad Thai, above. Edmonton, Alta., in 2004, and has since spread east, through Saskatchewan, Manitoba and to Nova Scotia, and has now arrived in the West. The concept is healthy, fast Asian food with a “Canadian twist,” including dishes inspired by food from Thailand, Singapore, India, Japan, China, Korea and others. But while the eatery is a hit in other parts of the country, out West we can find good Asian eateries jammed cheek by jowl into every city block. It’s a snap to find cheap, authentic versions of everything on the Wok Box menu. Our own North Shore outpost opened recently in the new Capilano Square on Marine Drive, next to Price Smart Foods. The location

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though, including several soups, crispy wontons, egg rolls, green onion cakes and chicken wings. The heart of the menu is the stir-fry section: choose your size and style (Pad Thai, Teriyaki, Szechwan Pepper, Mongolian or others), decide on a protein (chicken, pork, beef, shrimp or tofu), then pick noodles or rice. There are also Regional Rice Bowls, which don’t play quite so fast and loose with the rules: Indian Butter Chicken, Thai Red Curry, Korean Beef Bulgogi. And the “Shareables” section offers a more traditional style of Asian take-out: family-size entrées that can be dished out with rice. Soon I was on my way, toting a bag full of retro red take-out boxes that filled my car with mouth-watering scents. We dished them out at home. Spring rolls, four to an order, are traditional: rice paper swaddled tightly around a vegetable filling and then deep-fried until the wrapper is crisp and dark gold. Samosas are new on the menu — actually, so new they weren’t even on the menu — and they’re small but full of flavour; dense triangles of pastry stuffed with a fiery blend of potatoes, onions and spice. Our third fried pick was the potstickers, chickenstuffed dumplings with a crunchy, ruffled edge, served with a soy-sesame sauce for dunking. All three starters were best eaten hot and lost their appeal as they cooled, so were probably not the best picks for take-out, but they were decent. Listed as one of the stir-fries, the Jungle Curry was the best of our dishes. It wasn’t spicy, which I assume is what the little flame next to it on the menu is intended to denote, but it was loaded with fresh, colourful

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Food Fight — the Battle for Brunch: A fundraiser for Variety, the Children’s Charity, Sunday, June 27, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Vancouver Convention Centre, 1055 Canada Place. Sample delicious brunch offerings from some of B.C.’s finest chefs and cast a ballot to declare one chef the champion. Admission: $65. Tickets: www.variety.bc.ca/ foodfight.htm or 604-3200505. Mystery Chef Kitchen Tour: Eight of Vancouver’s top chefs will take over the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts’ kitchens to host the ultimate kitchen party, Sunday, June 27, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at 1505 West Second Ave., Vancouver. Tickets: $75. Registration: www.picachef. com. All proceeds go towards the 2010 Canadian Chef’s Congress. Bordeaux With Sid Cross: Food and wine connoisseur Sid Cross will guide individuals through a tasting of some red Bordeaux wines, Tuesday, June 29, 7-9:30 p.m. at Au Petit Chavignol, 843 East Hastings St., Vancouver. The tasting will be followed by coq au vin paired with more wine. Fee: $100 per person, call 604-255-4218. Premium Sake and Wine Ocean Wise Dinner: On Wednesday, June 30, Zen Japanese Restaurant plays host to a five-course Ocean Wise dinner paired with premium sake and wine. The evening will begin with a Svedka martini reception at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets are $100, call 604-925-0667 for more information. — Compiled by Pamela Stone and Debbie Caldwell

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Summer bounty: local strawberries are here

FROM the middle of May our family keeps a close eye on the weather front.

It is not that we are unhappy about the weather Mother Nature dishes out to us; rather, we are anxious about the condition and development of “our” strawberries. You will recall 2009 was not a great year and the strawberry growers had a difficult time during uneven weather in the month of June. Each time I walk by the mounds of the “clamshell” — packaged imported strawberries (and other fruits) during the off-season — I am reminded of the tremendous economic force of the global marketplace. We are now shopping the continent, if not the world, for some of our

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food items. The counter force against this reality is the “buy local” movement. Strawberries and other berry fruits are a good example of this opportunity. It is a fact that our local summer fruits are not only delicious and healthy to

eat but are a reminder of a time and lifestyle that’s fast fading. We must make every reasonable effort as consumers to nurture and enhance these important agricultural crops. This year promises to be a good year for our strawberry growers. Sharmin Gamiet, from the Strawberry Growers Association, said the 2010 crop is a little late, but it “will be providing a plentiful harvest. They are big and red and should be available until late July.” There are 12 major strawberry growers in the Greater Fraser Valley region, with a number of growers offering a popular u-pick option to their customers. Strawberries have been around for a long time. They were cultivated in

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ancient Rome and used as a medicinal herb as early as the 13th century. They are grown commercially in every province in Canada along with other berry crops. One cup of B.C. strawberries has only 55 calories, no cholesterol and no fat. As long as they are not embellished with sugar and ice cream one can have and enjoy a pretty large portion. As a bonus they are high in vitamin C, potassium and antioxidants. They are best eaten fresh because they do not have a long shelf life. Keep them refrigerated for a maximum of two days. Our family’s favourite method of “putting up” the strawberries is the IQF method, or individually quick frozen. We wash and hull the berries, pat them dry with a paper towel and place them on a baking or cookie sheet covered with parchment paper. They are put into our freezer and kept there until hard frozen, about four hours. Once rock hard, we place them into freezer bags, squeezing out as much of the air as possible. We usually prepare two different sizes of bags: one size for about four to five cups of berries; and the other for about 10 cups. We use the frozen berries before

4 cups crushed B.C. strawberries 1 cup unsweetened apple juice 1 package (50 g) “No sugar needed Fruit Pectin” 1 cup B.C. honey (try buckwheat honey with a real robust flavour) 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Easy freezer jam 8 cups crushed B.C. strawberries 3 cups granulated sugar 2 pouches of “freezer jam Pectin” (2 x 45 g) Wash and rinse 10 250-ml mason jars with rings and lids. In a mixing bowl, stir together sugar and the pectin until well-mixed. Wash, hull and crush the strawberries one layer at a time. Measure out the eight cups of the crushed fruit and combine with the pectin mixture; stir for three minutes. Ladle the jam into the mason jars within ½ inch of top rim. Wipe the jars removing any stickiness. Apply the lids tightly. Let stand about 30 minutes, while it thickens. In a properly operating freezer it will keep for up to a year. Approximate recipe cost for 10 jars (without the jars and lids): $5.

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Now open in Parkgate Village, Parkgate Farm Market is a great place to add to your list of regular weekly shopping destinations. Joseph Sung, owner of Parkgate Farm Market is putting his years in the produce business to work by using his network of connections with local farmers to bring you the freshest locally grown products available.

“I got into the produce business straight out of university,” says Joseph, “after a friend introduced me to a produce wholesale distributor where I worked as a salesperson and buyer for five years. I developed

Come celebrate our Grand Opening event - Saturday June 26 a lot of close relationships with the local farmers and I will definitely support them.” During the process of getting the store ready for its opening, Joseph had an opportunity to meet many people who live in the Deep Cove area. Like them, Joseph understands the importance of getting local produce to local end users. “I want to thank all of the people who walked by and gave their support and encouragement while we were renovating and upgrading. We are excited to be part of the community, and we are passionate about produce and promoting a healthy lifestyle. This is such a great community to be a part of.” Like many businesses, the key to success can often be summed up in one word.“Freshness,” says Joseph. As the business grows and word of their great fresh produce spreads, Joseph plans to make other fresh local foods available to his customers.

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the end of each year. They should not be kept longer then three to four months. This week we have recipes for you using our B.C. strawberries. Because the season is short the first two recipes are for “putting up” the berries for later enjoyment.

“Once we are firmly established as a supplier of top quality, fresh produce, our next goal expand our network of suppliers to include fresh local dairy products as well.” If you demand freshness, but also want to make sure you’re getting locally-sourced produce, get to know Joseph Sung at Parkgate Farm Market. Fresh food has never been closer.

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Freeze berries to make them last From page 36 ¾ cup sugar ¾ cup water 6 cups B.C. strawberries cut into halves 2 cups fresh lemon juice 2 tbsp frozen orange juice concentrate In a small saucepan, heat sugar and water. Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Pour into a bowl and refrigerate until cool, about two hours. In a blender puree the strawberries. Add the lemon juice, the orange juice and the sugar-water mixture; blend well. Pour the mixture into a square metal baking pan, cover and freeze for about three hours or until almost firm. Break the mixture up into small pieces and puree until smooth and creamy. Pour mixture into a container and freeze until almost firm. When ready, serve in sorbet dishes and garnish with sliced strawberries. Approximate recipe cost for four cups of sorbet: $4.

Strawberry-avocado salsa 2 cups B.C. strawberries diced ¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro ¼ cup finely chopped red onion 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and chopped fine 2 avocados pitted and diced 1 tsp brown sugar 1 tbsp lime juice 2 tsp finely grated lime peel 1 tbsp good olive oil ½ tsp hot pepper sauce or to taste Salt and pepper to taste Prepare and line up all ingredients. Just before service, gently toss them together. Serve at once. Present with grilled fish or chicken. Approximate recipe

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veggies: celery, carrots, onions, red pepper, plus slivers of pineapple, a generous fistful of cooked chicken and ribbons of slippery, chewy Hokkien noodles. I like the Wok Box signature topping: bean sprouts, green onions and a wedge of lime. The Black Bean curry wasn’t as good. Though the veggies were just as crunchy and also included water chestnuts and snow peas, the beef I ordered it with was over-marinated and salty, and had us reaching repeatedly for our water glasses.

It was a reasonable dinner for $38.80: filling, and if I’d stuck to the stir-fries instead of the deep-fried dishes, reasonably healthy. Plus it’s convenient and made just how you want it. If there’s ever an argument about Chinese or Thai, it can be easily solved with a trip to Wok Box. Still, I can’t help shake the feeling that I would have received tastier food, more of it, and all at a lower price, if I had made a trek to any number of authentic Asian restaurants nearby. Wok Box is located at 640-879 Marine Dr., North Vancouver. Call 604-990-9619 for take-out or delivery.

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Seaside Sing-along: Sing well-known songs from the 1930s-’70s the first and third Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m.-noon at Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1775 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. For more information, call 604-922-0264. Soroptimist International of North and West Vancouver, a volunteer service organization for business and professional women, meets on the second Wednesday of each month, September to June, 7 p.m. Info and location: 604-980-0108 or sinorth.westvancouver@ soroptimist.net. Guests are welcome. SpeakerHub Toastmasters meets every Wednesday, 5:45-

7:15 p.m. in the Education Centre at 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. Guests are welcome. Info: Gordon at 604-986-3179 or gbl@ netsplash.ca.

Bingo: Every Thursday, 6-10 p.m. at the North Shore Alano Club, 176 East Second St., North Vancouver. Info: 604987-4141. Canadian Federation of University Women: The North Vancouver chapter of this national organization committed to improving women’s status and human rights meets on

the second Thursday of every month, September to May, 7 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 123 West 15th St., North Vancouver. Info: 604985-0352 or www.vcn.bc.ca/ cfuwns. Sober Dance: Every Saturday, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. for people ages 18 and older at North Shore Alano Club, 176 East Second St., North Vancouver. For more information, call 604987-4141. — Compiled by Pamela Stone and Debbie Caldwell E-mail information for your non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to listings@ nsnews.com.

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STUDENTS and staff at Canyon Heights elementary have joined forces to do their part to make the world a better place.

Canyon Heights has been involved in a number of projects focused on global citizenship, according to a written statement. Some of the projects, led by student committees, operate every year, like a group focused on Nicaragua or another entitled the Free the Children committee. Others, like Hope for Haiti, are formed in response to current issues and crises across the globe. Members of the Hope for Haiti committee organized a number of activities to raise funds for residents of the country affected by a recent earthquake. For example, students collected coins, raising $3,700. Students also participated in an art card project, The Heart is in the Art for Haiti. Students designed cards that are being sold to raise funds for the Canadian Foundation for the Children of Haiti. Other spring projects include a Think Globally Walk Locally event, which saw all students

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CANYON Heights’ Alessia Macri (left), Olivia Hatch and Marcus Bockhold show the greeting cards they and their peers made to raise funds for Haiti earthquake relief.

THIS 1910 photograph shows West Vancouver founder John Lawson holding the reins of his horse on the site of the park that would eventually bear his name at 17th Street. Point Grey and Vancouver can be seen in the background.

hike from the North Vancouver school to Cleveland Dam. Older students kept going to walk for a total of 10 kilometres. Pledges were collected and proceeds went to B.C. Children’s Hospital, Bicycles for Humanity, The Nicaragua Project and Free the Children. ••• North Vancouver resident Robert Koji Nimi was one of two British Columbians recently awarded Japan’s Order of the Rising Sun.

The funds were matched with another $4,000 from the Kids Helping Kids Foundation and the gift will support a 16year-old’s wish to go to London, England this summer. Correspondence from the foundation states that schools across the Lower Mainland raised $26,172 to help make wishes come true for children who are battling a life-threatening medical condition. ••• West Vancouver resident Elaine

According to a press release, Nimi, president of Nikkei Seniors Health Care and Housing Society, was awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays for his contribution to the social welfare of the Japanese Canadian community. ••• Students at Mulgrave School raised $4,000 for the Make-AWish Foundation of B.C. and Yukon through their ninth annual Spirit Week community service campaign.

Andrews was one of the winners of the Kidney Foundation of Canada’s second annual Kidney Stories of Hope campaign. According to a spokeswoman for the organization, Andrews’ was one of five stories selected and she received a $500 cash prize. The program is intended to empower Canadians affected by kidney disease to share their personal experiences while promoting kidney education and research during March, which is Kidney Health Month.

To read her entry, which describes her experiences following her daughter’s diagnosis with end stage kidney disease, visit www.kidney.ca/storiesofhope. ••• North Vancouver residents Mikaela Barker, a Northeastern University student majoring in health science, and Mark Ehl, a senior at New England College, were named to their respective school’s dean’s lists for the spring semester. — E-mail emcphee@nsnews.com

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BRAVE mountain bikers from around the world will converge on North Vancouver’s Inter River Park on Saturday for the start of the fourthannual BC Bike Race, a seven-stage epic that will take riders through the trails of the North Shore, Vancouver Island, the Sunshine Coast and Sea-to-Sky country.

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NORTH Vancouver basketball star Diana Lee was recently named to the Canadian junior national women’s team and she and her new teammates will take on Mexico today in the opening game of the 2010 FIBA Americas under-18 women’s championship.

The race — the brainchild of a group of North Shorebased bike fanatics, including president and founder Dean Payne and course designer Andreas Hestler — has grown from its creation in 2007 when 200 riders took on the test of skill and endurance. This year’s race is sold out, having reached the 500-rider maximum set by race organizers. Saturday’s event is a new addition to the race — a 2.3kilometre prologue time trial to get racers revved up before the heavy work begins the following day. One-by-one, starting at noon, the riders will tackle a portion of the Richard Juryn Trail on what organizers have dubbed “Day Zero” of COLIN Kerr, winner of the solo race category the race. “We’re sort of dragging a Shore section of last year’s BC Bike Race. bit of the road racing world into mountain bike racing,” said race spokesman race this year.” Dave Howells. “A prologue is a short time Also new this year is a “challenge” trial. It’s exciting, it’s entertaining and it distance, which will allow riders to kind of sets the stage for the rest of the participate while only racing approximately race. Who’s fast? Who’s looking good out half the distance of the regular “epic” there? We thought it would be kind of cool course. to introduce that into the mountain bike “The epic is the full meal deal, full

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length, averaging about 50, 60, maybe 70 km per day. The challenge is about half that, 25-30 km per day,” said Howells. The change was made to address the tricky little problem of less-experienced riders burning

The tournament, running June 23-27 in Colorado Springs, Colo., features eight of the top North, Central and South American junior national teams. Canada is in a group with Mexico, Chile and Costa Rica while the other group consists of Puerto Rico, Brazil, Argentina and the United States. Canada meets Chile tomorrow and Costa Rica on

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out after facing a few days of long, demanding trails. “Quite often people show up at BC Bike Race and after a couple of days they’re all of a sudden realizing, ‘Oh, what have I got myself into?’” said Howells. “And now what we can do is kind of say, ‘Hey, no problem. Maybe the epic is a bit much for you this year. Why don’t you drop down and complete the challenge course.’” While many race rookies will be tackling the challenge distance, some of the best riders in Canada and around the world will be taking on the epic. Catharine Pendrel and Geoff Kabush — both Canadian national team members, World Cup race winners and former Olympians — will be teaming up in the mixed pairs category. Both are coming off individual victories in the North Shore Credit Union Test of Metal held June 20 in Squamish. In men’s pairs, one of the event’s premier races, 2008 champions and 2009 runners up Kris Sneddon and Barry Wicks will be back for another crack with North Vancouver’s

Marty Lazarski and Vancouver’s Stephan Widmer expected to challenge them all the way. The pro riders race sideby-side with weekend warriors looking to push their limits, said Howells, adding that there’s lots of time for the racers to mix and mingle as they unwind in tent cities after each of the stages. “Throughout the week I talk to so many racers who are just excited about the concept of, ‘I can’t believe I’m hanging out with Geoff Kabush.’ It’s a real feature with mountain bike stage racing,” he said. “These riders are professional athletes and a lot of the time you see them from afar, you don’t see them right next to you on your mountain bike. “It’s not just about riding with them, it’s also about sometimes having dinner with them at night, it’s about seeing them just hanging out with everybody. You have a chance to go over and actually speak to some of the best mountain bike racers in the world.” Possibly the best known racer of them all will have no shot at winning the race. Kris Holm is a standout not for his results but for his mode

of transportation: a unicycle. Holm, featured by Ripley’s Believe It or Not for his mountain unicycling, is believed to be the first unicyclist to ever attempt a seven-day mountain bike stage race. “I can’t even begin to entertain the idea of the skill level that he has, the fitness that he has,” said Howells. “He truly is an amazing athlete and we’re all really excited to see Kris out on course every day. It’s going to be awesome.” Organizers are chasing the goal of putting on the best mountain bike stage race in the world and it’s the local trails that are helping them do it, said Howells. “We don’t want to bring people to B.C. and have them ride logging roads, we want them riding the best trails in the world,” he said. “We put mountain bikers on mountain biking trails and we see who’s got the jam, who is fast. When you come to BC Bike Race you don’t just need to be fit, you also need to have a certain skill level, you need to know how to ride a mountain bike and race a mountain bike. That’s the thing that I love about our event and that, in my opinion,

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NORTH Vancouver’s Graeme Rennie will represent Canada at the Junior World Orienteering Championships scheduled for July 4-10 in Aalborg, Denmark.

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The athletes will be competing for Canada in sprint, middle and long-distance races as well as a relay. The junior worlds will feature more than 300 athletes representing 36 countries. This is Rennie’s second shot at the Junior World Championships after competing in last year’s event, held in Trentino, Italy. — Andy Prest E-mail information about your upcoming sporting event or results from recent competitions to aprest@nsnews.com.

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COYLE - Brian Douglas July 20, 1938 - June 16, 2010 Brian passed away very suddenly, but peacefully, at home on June 16th, 2010. He will be sadly missed by his son Brett (Karen), daughter Megan (Brett), grandchildren Terra, Liam, Ryan and Brant, by his loving sister, Patricia (Travis), father-in-law Bill (Brenda), and many other dear family and good friends. Brian was predeceased by his parents, Douglas and Dorothy Coyle, his brother, Dick, and beloved wife Leslie. Brian will be missed by his two little companion dogs, Kiki and Bambi. Brian was born in Vancouver, the grandson of a pioneer Vancouver family, but spent most of his adult years in North Vancouver. An entrepreneur at heart, he had a successful Insurance business for 30 years, Brian Coyle Agencies. Brian had many other business ventures and interests over the years. He was a talented carpenter, loved the ocean, and owned several boats. Brian and Leslie moved to Gibsons in 2003, and finally settled in Sechelt. He had many friends in San Felipe, Mexico, where he owned his winter home. Brian was very content with his Sunshine Coast life, and will be remembered fondly by all his friends there. Brian’s funeral will be at 1pm, Saturday, June 26th, at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church, in Gibsons, with a gathering to follow at the Black Fish Pub, in Gibsons, from 2-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sunshine Coast SPCA, or St. Mary’s Hospital in Sechelt, BC.

HASTINGS - Nan (Waddy) 1930 - 2010 Predeceased by her husband Bill Hastings, survived by her family: son Trevor, daughter Terri (Gary) - grandsons Wade, Andrew (Rhian) and Tim (Holly). Her siblings: sister Joan Grant-Goode and brother Jack Waddy. Also her close companion a very, very sad, Bob Pearson. Nan became ‘‘our Nan’’ and so much a part of the Pearson family. Nan’s loss will leave a big empty space. All of us will miss Nan. Her marvellous sense of humour - her compassion and her love of life. Nan was born and raised North Van and graduated from NVHS in 1947. She lived in a number of BC communities and laterly lived in Parksville where she nursed her husband Bill through the many years of his illness. We would like to sincerely thank the staff and volunteers of the Palliative Unit of Lions Gate Hospital with very special appreciation for Dr. Paul Sugar.

LUNOW - Robert Roy March 10, 1953 - June 13, 2010 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert after a short battle with cancer. Leaving behind his grieving wife, Andrea, of nearly 37 years. brothers Mark, Rick, Randy, their wives Denise, Michelle, Lana. Niece and nephew Natalia and Dylan whom he loved with all his heart. Beloved Aunts Freda, Evie, Marg, Elsie. Darling cousin Sandy Smith and Ken, niece Brittany. Aunts Margie, Irma, cousins Laurie, Debby. Thanks Gerry, Dale, Tony, Pawel at Local 333, and all his good friends and buddies at Viterra. Our lives will be silenced and saddened without Rob’s big smile and boisterous laughter. He will be missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, please give to charity of your choice.

A memorial service for Nan will be held at the Hollyburn Funeral Home, 1807 Marine Dr, West Vancouver on Saturday, June 26 at 2pm. Nan was one of a kind ... Good bye .... Love you ...always

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BUTLER, Jacqueline At the end of a valiant battle and her last selfless act, Jacquie, our Admiral, said goodbye to her family and friends on June 18, 2010, under the sparkling lights of Grouse Mountain. Originally sailing from Liverpool and landing in Canada, she has now continued her voyage to reunite with her dad, Frank. She leaves her husband Dick, her mum Maude, her children, Steve, Richard and Jennifer, 8 grandchildren and many dear friends with the knowledge that they were truly loved. We’ve lost the irreplaceable centre of our family. She was a remarkable human being, her inspiration, optimism and perseverance will live on in our hearts forever. Jacquie’s greatest achievements have been in the lives of her family and friends. She had a unique gift to recognize and appreciate the talents in others and to make them feel loved and lifted by her presence. Her creative mind, kind heart and brilliant smile would draw the children close to her as she passed on her wisdom. Her generous heart filled her home with love, fun, family and friends, including an attitude that there was always room for one more. Her gift of family will be passed down from one generation to the next and the next. Her presence always made life easier for everyone around her. We thank everyone who gave her care and support during her battle, with a special thanks to Julie, Laura & Sasha in Lions Gate Oncology unit and the caring and sensitive palliative care staff. A celebration of her life will be held on June 27, 2010 at 1:00pm at the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, Jacquie has requested a donation in her honour to Lions Gate Hospital’s Camp Kerry Foundation (www.campkerry.org/donate).

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July 27, 1966 - June 24th, 2007 She walks in beauty, like the night. The days have turned to weeks, The weeks are now three years. Quietly we weep, Wishing you were here. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone. A part of us went with you, The day God called you home. You’re always in our thoughts And forever in our hearts. Until the day we meet again, To never be apart.

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Mother Sonia Gowda, Father Dr. Earl Gowda, Husband Collin and children Eve, Angus and Hale. Brother Jason Gowda and family, sister Natasha Gowda, Aunti Mel, Linda, Tina many other relatives and dear friends. Predeceased by her sister Lindsay, and her grandparents.

With sorrow, we announce the passing of our dear Husband, Dad, Grandpa and Great Grandpa. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on April 5, 1931. Eric served the community of North Vancouver, B.C. for many years then moved to Penticton with his loving wife, Winnie Champion, where they continued with the great spirit of giving. Winnie and Eric have requested that there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Penticton Hospital would be appreciated.

Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps them near.

PAGE - Nora Mary It is with great sadness that we wish to announce the passing of Nora Mary Page on June 16, 2010. Predeceased by her beloved husband Jack Page in 1963, Nora is survived by her daughter Sandra Loten and husband Roger, son Graham Page and wife Alison, 4 Grandchildren, 6 Great grandchildren, extended family in Canada and Great Britain, and her many friends, all of whom she valued throughout her life. Nora was born in Liverpool, England on August 19, 1916. She married Jack in 1943 and emigrated to Canada as a War Bride two years later. Nora and Jack moved from their first home in Peterborough Ontario to the Vancouver area in 1947, and after Jack passed away, Nora spent most of her years in North Vancouver. Nora was the much loved matriarch of a large extended family, and whether we called her Mom, Grandma, Nora, Aunty Page or any number of affectionate terms, her passing will leave a large gap in our lives that will be difficult to fill. A Celebration of Nora’s life will be held on June 24 at 2pm, at the residence of her son Graham Page in North Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, Nora‘s request is that donations be sent in her name to the Union Gospel Mission, or the Salvation Army.

When we are sad and lonely And everything goes wrong, We seem to hear you whisper, “Cheer up and carry on.” Each time we see your photo You seem to smile and say, “Don’t cry I’m only sleeping We’ll meet again someday.”

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NORTH VAN Spa reqs exp Thai Massage person for p/t or f/t. Fluent English. Ph 604-720-7676

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General Employment

JOURNEYMAN LANDSCAPER

required with extensive plant knowledge mandatory. BLOOMING FIELDS North Shore company. Excellent Wages Paid! Permanent position with Management potential.

Call 604-802-5272

LIVE-IN CARETAKER mature couple required for 18 suite quiet rental building, must be handy & have people skills. July 1st, No pets. Fax resume 604-263-2210

Molly Maid

North & West Vancouver Mature f/t housecleaners required Mon to Fri, days. $11 to $16/hr. Valid BC drivers licence required. For interview. Call 604-987-4112

NEED EXTRA INCOME?

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

SUPERVISOR

One permanent F/T Supervisor required at Bashir Auto Detailers, 711 West 14 St. North Vancouver V7M-3E8. Must have experience in anti rust under-coating protection, cut polishing, use of paint, leather & fabric protection detailing and install pin strips and body side mouldings on new and used cars and trucks. Duties: Supervise and scheduling of workers, recommending additional services to clients, receive payments and assist cleaners in performing specialized duties. Must be fluent in English and able to operate cleaning machines. $17.50/hour. Apply in person btwn 11am - 5pm or by mail/phone, 604-987-2921.

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Hotel Restaurant

C-LOVERS

We are looking for a Morning Prep Person/ Dishwasher Monday to Friday

Please drop off resume: 1660 Pemberton Ave, N.Van.

THE HURRICANE GRILL Hiring Experienced Line Cooks Excellent wages & tips. Will train. Apply in person with resume to 999 Marine Dr., North Van.

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Insurance

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Sales

SALES ASSOCIATE Required in the North Vancouver branch of a janitorial supply company. Computer experience mandatory. Industry experience preferred. Start date: As soon as possible. Send resume to: retailemployment@shaw.ca

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Trades/Technical

NAPD in Vancouver is currently looking for individuals with land/ marine pile driving experience. If you are looking for a career as one of the following: ● Bridgman Pile Driver ● Bridgman Pile Driving Foreman ● Pile Driving Crane Operator we would like to hear from you. To apply today, please visit our careers page at www.nacg.ca

ROOFERS - Single Ply

Marine Roofing seeks fulltime Journeypersons. Lower Mainland BC Jobs Min. 3 yrs. exp. $27.50-$32.50/hr. Call Daryl, 604-433-1813 dmorrison@marineroofing.com

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Tutors

SUMMER TUTORING: Science, math, biology, chemistry, Gr. 8-12 Exp’d. Bach Veterinary Science. 604 773 4978, kathleenf@mac.com

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

EMPLOYMENT ADS continued from page 45

Job Listings From A-Z

Busy, Bright, Modern North Vancouver office is looking to add to its team.

★ PERSONAL LINES REPRESENTATIVE

Minimum Level 1 license required. North or West Vancouver resident an asset. We offer a competitive salary & benefits. Please send resume to Fax: 604-988-2411 or email: ibiresume@shawbiz.ca

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

2095 1403

Career Services/ Job Search

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

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Education

FOODSAFE 1 Day Courses #1 in BC • $66 • 604-272-7213 www.advance-education.com FOODSAFE 1 DAY COURSES Guaranteed best value! Six Metro Vancouver Locations: Vancouver • Burnaby • Surrey • Richmond • Coquitlam • Maple Ridge All our Instructors are also working local Health Inspectors! Classes held each week & weekend! Course materials available in 6 languages. Same-day Certification. Visit our website at www.foodsafe-courses.com or call 604-272-7213 ADVANCE Hospitality Education – B.C.’s #1 Choice for Foodsafe & WorldHost Training. LOVE YOUR JOB! FLEXIBLE, online web design courses. Beginner or advanced, College accredited curriculum. Learn from home while you build your online business and design skills. Visit: www.ibde.ca to apply! TRAIN TO be a MEDICAL LAB ASSISTANT. The Healthcare industry needs YOU! MTI Community College www.mticc.com, (1) 604-310-2684. LOVE YOUR JOB!

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Music/Theatre/ Dance

Reg. PianoTeacher start July 1st Jazz piano & improvisation. Knowledge of chords & key sign. pref’d.1 hr lesson. 604 986 2826

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Tutoring Services

TUTOR DOCTOR NORTH SHORE Tutoring for All Ages and Subjects. Experienced & Qualified Tutors. 778.340.3100 ajonescox@tutordoctor.com www.tutordoctor.com

Upgrade your skills. Find education training in the Classifieds.

2005

Antiques

PEDESTAL-BASE TABLE, glass-front cabinet & 8 pressback chairs - best offer (604 929-7243)

2010

Appliances

ILAC APPLIANCE & VACUUMS Top quality rebuilt appliances. 1 yr warranty. Sales, parts, repairs 1825 Lonsdale • 604-987-7330

LIKE NEW!

Fridge $249 • Stove $199 Washer $199 • Dryer $149 Warranty & Delivery Removal Available

604-306-5134

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Food Products

BISSETT FARMS 2170 Westham Island Rd Delta (big blue barn)

U- Pick & Ready Pick Strawberries

7 days 8am - 6pm 604-946-7471 We accept cash, interac, Mastercard & Visa

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Furniture

2 BLEACHED Oak wall units, glass drs, 78h x30wx20d as new, lamp, coffee tbl $300 queen bed $50, sgl bed $25 604-990-8906 Coffee Table, 45' long, 23.5 'wide, 16' tall, glass, slides & horizontal. $45. Danish style table, 4ft 7 ' long, 30.5' wide, 29' high, 2 x 13inch leaves, tile design in the middle. $195 Mt Pleasant area, Van, 604-875-8055

Childcare Available

* * BOOK NOW!! * * An overseas live-in Nanny for 2010 placement. 604-682-4688

#1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse. 6 colors available! 40 year warranty! Free shipping, the first 20 callers! 1-800-457-2206. www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. BUILDING SALE! “ROCK BOTTOM PRICES!” FINAL WEEK. 25x30 $4,577. 30x40 $7,140. 32x60 $11,950. 35x60 $13,990. 40x70 $14,650. 40x100 $24,900. 46x140 $37,600. OTHERS. Ends optional. Pioneer MANUFACTURERS DIRECT 1-800-668-5422. FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS CLEARANCE - Pre-engineered and custom-sized to your requirements. Factory-direct pricing. Some models discounted to halfprice to clear. CALL FOR FREE BROCHURE AND QUOTE 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. NEW NORWOOD SAWMILLS LumberMate-Pro handles logs 34” diameter, mills boards 28” wide. Automated quick-cyclesawing increases efficiency up to 40%. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT - FREE Information: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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Musical Instruments

42' KAWAI Model 602-1 w matching bench. Pecan finish. Attractive Styling. Excellent Condition $1730 604-925-9964

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Recycler

ITALIAN LEATHER SOFA 1 arm needs repair, 6.5 ft x 3 ft. black. U pick up!! 604-924-1918

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FIREARMS

All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed North Shore dealer. 604-960-0045

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Childcare Wanted

P/T SUMMER Nanny Mon - Wed wanted for one 5 yr old boy, send resume: mhentze@telus.net

Thunder!

While infrequent in the Vancouver area, where there are about six thunderstorm days per year, there are parts of Uganda that experience 250 thunderstorm days annually! • All storms containing thunder have lightning – thunder is the sound of the electrical discharge of lightning. Thunder is heard after lightning because sound travels at a slower rate than light. • There are 16 million thunderstorms annually throughout the world, and 1800 at any given time. • Cumulonimbus clouds, which can grow to 19 kilometers high, are responsible for thunderstorms. • 10% of these storms fall into the severe category and must meet one of these requirements: hail larger than 1.91 cms in diameter, wind higher than 93.34 kph or a thunder storm that produces a tornado. • The chance of being struck by lightning is 1 in 600,000 and it can strike several times in the same place throughout one discharge. • Many people misspell the word “lightning” as “lightening.” Information provided by: North Shore Child Care Resource Program, a service of North Shore Community Resources Society: 604-985-7138

3507

PERSIAN KITTENS 1 white & 2 tiger colours. Playful & ready July 3rd. $350 each. 604.615.4356

Time to check the Travel Section!

Childcare Available

Kids Clubhouse Family Childcare Centre. New concept on teaching, guiding & caring for your child. OPEN HOUSE: Sat. June 26, 11-2 PM 2034 Kirkstone Rd. 778.340.0081 kidsclubhouse@shaw.ca

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Daycare Centres

New Toddler Program Sept 2010. Register now. Also 30mos - 5 yrs ★604-929-5799★

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MINI DACHSHUND. Wire hair. Health guaranteed. Ready now! $800. 604-538-5433 PIT BULL puppies male & female 8 wks 1st shots, dewormed. View parents. $500. Ph 604-701-1587

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

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

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Dogs

ADORABLE PUPS, 7 Pugs & 4 Westies $850. credit card ok, 604-542-8892 pics & video @ www.puppiesandponies.ca

ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding $400+ 604 590-3727 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

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Horses & Tack

REG.HALF ARAB 12YO 15hh Gelding Experienced Rider Aldergrove $2,500 OBO 778-808-7810

Cares! 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.

BERNESE BLK lab, fam raised, dewormed, vet✔ 1st shots, $600. 604-795-7662 No Sunday calls

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Preschools/ Kindergarten

CHINESE SHAR-PEI standard, miniature and toy. Several colors. Purebred. Vet checked. Great temperament, velvet coat, excellent wrinkling. Family friendly. $600. Call 604-888-1116

CKC REG Lab Pups, top breed, family raised, tattoo, vet ✔, shots, Juyl 5, $850, 604-814-2177

Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds 778-688-6340 abetterlifedogrescue.com

★ GOLDEN STAR CONCIERGE ★

offering a full range of senior Aid services from Groceries, Cleaning, Reminders, Check-ups, Meal Delivery & More. 604-723-5445

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3150 Colwood Drive, North Van (near Edgemont Village)

604.987.4385 hello@villagepreschool.ca

Call

604-630-3300 to place your ad!

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Travel

AROUND THE WORLD BY PRIVATE JET! Travel in style with 60 companions on a VIP jetliner. All-inclusive, October 1 - 29, 2010. CDN $34,995. www.privatejetadventures.com, tgimail@idirect.ca, 1-800-268-4284.

4600 Spaces available to 3 & 4 year olds for September 2011 Village Parent Participation Preschool

Elder Services

ABSOLUTE CARE SERVICES Professionally screened Nannies & Caregivers. pt/ft 604-983-8407

BOSTON TERRIER (PB) pups shots, dewormed, parents to view. 8 weeks old by July 5th. $1500. 604-542-1411, after 5pm.

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Dogs

Cats

BICHON FRISE, CKC reg, P/B, Vet ✔, tattooed, non-shedding, $650-$750. 1-604-823-0021

LAZY BOY chair $70. Back rest $50. Call 604-982-1584 QUALITY BRAND Exec town home furnishings, 1/2 price or less. dining, br, media room, 50 inch tvs, sofas, tables, Natuzzi recliners, art, lawn furn & more. by Appt. only call Enn 604-828-5454

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Wanted to Buy

HIGH END Modern leather & loveseat $999. Coffee & 2 end tables $199. Call 604-418-6308

CHILDREN 3015

Lumber/Building Supplies

Vacation Spots

MT. BAKER SKI AREA 2 cabins, 1 property. Rent one, use one. Gated community w/ amenities. 35 min. from border $454,900 U.S. Maryann Angus 360-224-6704 www.mymtbakerhome.com

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Business Services

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Accounting/ Bookkeeping

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Business Opportunity

#1 JANITORIAL FRANCHISE Customers, (Office Cleaning), Training and support. Financing. www.coverall.com 604-434-7744 info@coverallbc.com START YOUR BUSINESS with $1000 down, Free Home Delivery franchise, pet food & accessories, 180 franchises, high margin, low investment, online sales, Master Franchise also available, www.multimenu.net, Toll-Free 1-877-462-0056

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Business Services

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Financial Services

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DENIED CANADA PENSION PLAN DISABILITY BENEFITS? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca.

Save Up To 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on your terms not your creditors.

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Personals

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604-630-3300

Interested members of the public are invited to attend the following Development Information Meeting/Open House with the appllicant for an early opportunity to review the proposal and offer comments:

Architect: Jonathan Ehling Architect 705-207 Hastings Street Vancouver, BC V6B 1H7 T: 604.488.1380 F: 604.488.1308 E: jearch@axionet.com

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Applicant Contact: Hamid Reza Taheri Abkouh 301-1320 Chesterfield Ave. North Vancouver, BC V7M 0A6 T: 604.986.0137 E: taheri_hta@yahoo.ca

City of North Vancouver: Irena Gancewska Planning Technician Community Development Dep’t 141 W. 14th Street North Vancouver, BC V7M 1H9 604-990-4214 or: C L ASS I F I E Digancewska@cnv.org

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Escort Services

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GARAGE SALES North Vancouver

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CUL DE SAC & Dragon Boat Team ★ Monster Yard Sale ★ 443 Silverdale Place Sunday June 27th 9am-2pm. Rain or shine!

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Agents

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

97c-Warehouse Blow Out Sale 2010 Olympic Merchandise T Shirts, Accessories, Scarves Thurs June 24; 12-6pm Friday June 25; 12-6pm Saturday June 26; 10am-3am PANABO WAREHOUSE 604-988-5051 235 E 1st, North Van CLOSING THIS WEEKEND

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Real Estate

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6020-30

Port Moody

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

6020-32

North Vancouver

1 BR in Balmoral House, 960 Lynn Valley Rd, N.Van., 2nd floor, faces front, large balc. 55+ bldg. $295,000. Martin 604-841-9181.

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SAT/SUN 2-4PM 9751 Swansea Dr. New Listing! Cape Cod style detached home, Reno’d. Michael Lepore, Royal LePage Westside 604-295-3974 www.AccoladeRealEstate.ca

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$99 can sell your home 574-5243 Abbotsford Open House Sun 2-4 #405, 3190 Gladwin Rd. updated 1200sf 2br+den 2ba condo view pool $269,900 504-7424 id5160 Agassiz Price Reduced updated 630sf 1 bedroom condo $74,900 778-840-4455 id4991 Coquitlam 10,000sf lot w/1000sf 3br 2ba home, outbuilding $440K 778-859-0717 id4272 Harrison Mills gated Rec Ppty, Park model 490sf 2br, 3214sf lot $223K 435-9877 id5115 Langley Price Reduced 1280sf 3br 2ba rancher, 7200sf lot, $479,900 514-0608 id5129 Langley immaculate2500sf 4br 3ba w/bsmt suite 5000sf lot $530K 532-6922 id5159 Langley resort like living, immaculate 1053sf 2 br 2ba condo $249,900 539-1005 id5161 Maple Ridge drastically reduced 4.9ac serviced vu acreage $440Kobo 722-3996 id4694 Maple Ridge immaculate 1200sf 4br log home .37ac lot $539,900 778-240-1196 id5118 New West Investor Alert! 555sf 1br condo nr Royal Cent Mall $164,900 525-8577 id5081 Sry Fleetwood huge 1801sf 5br 3.5ba rancher 7184sf lot $429900 778-240-1196 id5117 Sry Cedar Hills 2235sf 4/5br 2ba home w/suite, Fab views $449K 951-9104 id5119 Sry Beat the HST, NEW Fleetwood 3312sf 6br 3.5ba w/suite $639K 807-9405 id5131 Sry Boundary Park spotless 1654sf 3br 2.5ba, dbl sxs garage $419K 773-2992 id5167 S Sry gated 1547sf 2br 2ba rancher tnhse, dbl sxs garage $509,900 538-0993 id5169

Real Estate Investment

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

6065

Recreation Property

SUNSHINE VALLEY DEVELOPMENTS Camping Cabins starting @ $199,000 to lock up. 604-599-3861, 778-888-4574

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Sunshine Coast

PENDER HARBOUR. 2 bed/2 bath home on large corner lot in Dream Valley, bareland strata with owners only access to Mixal Lake. Cottage country only a few hours from North Vancouver. Call Brenda Sopel RE/MAX Oceanview Realty 1-604-741-4242 Direct $415,000.00

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Houses - Sale

North Vancouver

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, 2-5pm

433 West 24th, North Van #1 Investment for a detached home. By Owner. REDUCED PRICE $ 699,000 Lot: 6,750 sq.ft. Finished: 2,277 sq.ft. Agents & Brokers welcome.

Contact: 604.617-6908

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The City of North Vancouver has received a rezoning application to permit the subdivision of the existing single family lot into two small lots and build a single family house with a secondary suite on each lot. Two parking spaces would be provided for each lot, accessible from West 19th Street.

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A48 – North Shore News – Wednesday, June 23, 2010

RENTALS 6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

★ CENTRAL LONSDALE ★ Spacious 1 BR apt. featuring large kitchen, lots of storage, heat/hwater incl. no pets.$940 Avail Aug 1st 604-983-0634 1 BDRM, $900 Central Lonsdale 800sf, n/p 604-988-3227 1 BDRM, Central Lonsdale, 3rd floor, north facing, h/w flrs, heat and hot water incl, no pets, $950, avail now. Dodwell Strata Mgt. 604-838-5020 or 604-699-5264 1 Bdrm, large $880, includes hot water, 2369 Lonsdale, hardwood, prkg, ns, np, 604-988-5501 1 BR $935, July 1, reno’d, quiet bldg secure prkg, 140 W 17th. 604-990-8262/ 985-1658 1 BR, bsmt, Edgemont, suits 1 quiet, n/s, n/p, $800 incl heat/ light, laundry, 604-986-6235 1 BR Central Lonsdale nr hospital hardwood, new appl, wireless, free laundry, $900 incl heat & h/w. July 1. 778-896-4266 1 BR concrete, ocean view, nr seabus, Jul 1, $1088 incl hw/gym, tennis court, ns, np 604-686-4870 1 BR , Deep Cove, Exec, 2 level, top floor, insuite w/d, ug prkg. Ns, np. immed, $1250. 604-985-9184 1 BR, Harbourview, $1100, Aug 1, 19th floor, 2nd & St. Georges, prkg, 4 appl, exc kitchen, 1 year lease, gym, NS NP, 604-987-5580 1 BR Jul 1 $910, Bach Aug $715, elevator, drapes, 18/Lonsdale ns np, incl heat/hw. 604-220-6817 1 BR, large Lower Lonsdale, hardwood/tiles, renov’d, nr shops & Quay, ns np, $875 incl utils & ldry. July 1/earlier 604-986-1235 1 BR near Lonsdale, south balc. hw & heat ns, np, quiet adult bldg. Jun 15/Jul 1, $895, 604-904-9507 1 studio. THE HILLRIDGE 170 E. Keith Rd clean, quiet, concrete Heat h/w incl. np ns 985-8405 121 WEST 20th. Newly reno’d 1 BR suite, hardwood, heat & hw incl’d, 1 yr lease, np, $1000, avail July 1, 604-682-2932

162 VICTORY Ship Way @The Pier: Brand New. Stunning view, 7 appl, air/cond,1 br $1600; 2 br $2900 Anson Rlty 604-671-7263 1BR $830 w/f Incl h/w,heat&prkg n/p n/smoking 1549 Chesterfield avail July 1st/15th 604-319-9865 1br $900, Lonsdale & 21, quiet bldg, np, hardwood, hw, heat prkg storage, July 1, 604-990-4088

2 BR, 1 1/2 bth, spacious, reno’d priv. Woodcroft - Hollyburn, ns np $1600 incl util, now 604-351-1962 2 BR, $1250/mo, July 1, incl heat, cable, hw & hardwood, cat ok, central Lonsdale, 604-922-3908 2 BR. 2 bath, avail now. 1 yr lease, 125 West 19th, no pets, Please call 778-554-0537 2 BR, 2 bath & den, luxury at prestigious Ravenswood nr Cates Park. SS, granite, exer, rm view $2200 N/S July 1. 604-551-3251

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Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

2 BR, 2 bath, New Vista, 158 W 13th, 5 appls. ocean view, ns, $2200+ utils, Jul 1, 604-926-4653

2 BR, 2 baths, new reno, large patio, Westview area, ns, np, rec fac., $1350, July 1, 604-376-8795 2 BR corner, all new, $1175; upper Lonsdale, heat hw & cable, ns, np, now, lease, 604-987-8807 2 BR, mtn. view $1040. Avail Jul. 1, central Lonsdale, heat/hot water incl’d, no pets, 604-986-6418 2 br, reno’d, quiet bldg, top flr. heat hw, hardwood, newer appls, 16th/St. Georges, cat ok with deposit. ns, avail July 1, $1150 & $1195, 604-339-1274

TRILLION REALTY

www.trillionrealty.com 2 BR suite, renovated, Upper Lonsdale, approx 1100 sf, d/w, w/d, hardwood, avail now. $1450 + 40% utils. n/s. 604-537-4463 2 BR, Westview family complex, nr amens, rec fac. pool, wd, prkg, ns np $1380 Jul 1, 604-921-4384

2 BR Woodcroft, S.W. corner, updates, no pets July 1. $1375. Vistarealty.net 604-925-8824 2 BR-2BTH apt, air con, fire place, ocean and mtn view, W/D, 9ft ceilings, 2pk stalls, gym, pool, sauna, steam rm. $2600 Avail August 1st. Jeff 604-910-2182

3 BR, Lynn Valley, updated, deck, hardwood, cat ok, $1350. June 1. Vistarealty.net 604-925-8824 326 WEST 1st St. 1 bdrm $775 & up. Nr seabus, secure prkg, no pets. Avail immed. 604-983-6916 6TH/MAHON, UNIQUE 2 bdrm, large, exc city view, deck, n/s, n/p, heat & h/w $1150. 604-418-8235

777 W. Queens Rd. 2br or 3br units $1495 to $2000. Weekdays 604-990-2971 or Weekends 604-985-2876. ★ A QUIET BUILDING★ 1 br. 3rd(top) flr. north east corner, 725sf approx. $925. 1 br. top flr. reno’d. north face approx 775sf. $940. July 1. Carpets, drapes, heat, hw. Gated prkg avail, Cat ok. (Pet policy) ★604-986-7745★ Beautiful Large Suites 1 Bdrms from $915, avail July 1. 2 Bdrms from $1320. 3 Bdrms, d/w $1650. Avail now or July 1. Heat, h/w, prkg. Lease 604-986-3866

Beautiful Views

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

North Vancouver

604-985-2926

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Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

BERKLEY TERRACE, 1675sf, 16 + Bldg, 2 to 3 Br, 2 Ba, 2 Pkg, sunken liv rm with gas f/p, lg kit, sep laundry rm, 1 yr lease, $1850/mo. 604-312-4100

BLUERIDGE APTS (Family complex )

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

* Bonus move in 777 W. Queens Rd Lrg 1br $1150 h/wd flrs, fp, new

appl. 990-2971 SatSun 985-2876

Chesterfield/West 15, 1br, view, incld heat hw, cable, no pets, 1 yr lease, $870, 604-987-9899

GREAT LOCATION! 145 West Keith Road.

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

Call 604-986-3356

HI RISE, Central Lonsdale, Bach avail Aug 1, 1Br avail Aug 1, Incl heat & hw. no pets, 604-985-3650

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Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

WOODCROFT - Whitecliff Bldg, 16th flr, 2 BDRM, North facing, mtn view, rec centre, pool. Aug 1. N/s n/p 604-988-6227, 318-0800

6505-12

West Van Apt. Rentals

1 BR, Ambleside, $950, parklike setting, adult oriented, np, Wes Lighthouse Realty 604-551-1409 1 BR Dundarave, 1 blk to beach & Seawall & shops on bus rte. Quiet, max 1 ns. w/d, np $850 Incl cable & utils. 604-921-2844 1 BR faces south $1150 inclds, heat, h/w, cable, prkg 1765 Duchess Ave N/P, 604-377-0492 2025 BELLEVUE AVE. 1br & 2br units, ocean view, cats ok, senior discounts. Call 604-913-0734. AMBLESIDE TOWER Studio & 1 BR avail. Excellent views, rents incl. heat & h/w. Tennis courts, indoor pool, saunas, exercise & games rooms on premises. Walk to beach & shops. 1552 Esquimalt 604-922-8443

BAYVIEW APTS

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

6522

Furnished Accommodation

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

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

HOMAWAY INNS Specializing in furn accom at reas rates. call 604-723-7820 or visit www.homawayinns.com WESTLYNN FURN 2 br, tv, lounge, kit & i/net, np ns suit family max 1 child $1495 604-987-2691

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Houses - Rent

1005 HIGHLAND Dr. BP, reno’d, 4 Br, 2100 sf rancher, city/ocean view, pool, Aug 1. 604-448-1688 3 BR, 2.5 bath, 2 lvl, Lynn Valley, Avail now, 1 yr lease, ns np, $2300. Drive by 1572 Coleman St, call to view 604-731-8804. 3 BR Central Lonsdale, main flr, clean, bright, 4 appls, 2 prkgs, ns np $1325 + utils. 604-813-7312 3br+den Caulfeild Vlge 2.5bath, quiet, garage, cul-de-sac, $3950+ np, Lighthouse 604-551-1409

INCREDIBLE 2BDRM, den 2 bthrm, fabulous water view. $2200. Moments from Deep Cove, trails, parks, kayaking. SS appliances, granite, w/d, d/w, f/p, full gym, secure parking. Avail July 1, 15, Aug 1. Jayne @ 778-554-5844 or gijayne@telus.net

Member of the Crime Free MultiHousing Program

Please call 604-922-4322

4 BR, 2 1/2 bth, nr school & village Caulfeild, 2600 sf view, private, $3100. immed. 604-729-9579

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

4 BR, garden, sgl garage, nr Save on Foods, bus & school. gd area. n/s, n/p, $2100. 604-984-7821

KENMORE MANOR 140 East 17th St. A bright 1 bdrm Available. Heat & h/w incl. N/S, No Pets. 604-980-4554

Luxury Over The Seawall! 1 br Penthouse large deck, 1 BR & Bach pool rec. room, pet ok 2190 Bellevue Ave 604-926-6287

4 BR, upper Delbrook, 3300 sf. cul de sac, garage. priv, city/ ocean views, July 15 or Aug 1. $3100. text or call 604-617-7383

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

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE, Lrg Bach avail Aug 1, $900 Incls H & H/W. Cable/parking extra. N/S & N/P. To view call (604) 985-4272

PARKRIDGE TERRACE 110 E. Keith Rd. Great location, park like setting, sauna, indoor pool. BACH. $870; Stunning views & lots of storage. NO PETS. 604-988-7379 www.glassmanpm.com

SAT, JUNE 26 & Sun 27th, 12 2pm. 308 Forbes St. LOWER LONSDALE, large, patio, reno, dw, ns, cat ok, avail July 1. Bach $875, 1 BR $995 - $1150, 604-988-1939 TUCKTON PLACE Bright & sunny 1 BR $925. No Pets. Call 604-990-2971 or on Weekends: 778-340-7406.

WOODCROFT− CAPILANO, 1 BR & DEN, Updates, Gorgeous VIEW! Gated, Pool, Gym & More! NS/NP. Lease req’d. $1150/mo. 604-250-4996 or 604-585-8500

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

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

1363 CLYDE AVE.

Location, location, location. Just steps to shopping and sea wall. 2 BR, 2 level suite, 5 appliances. Available July 1. $1500. Lease and excellent references a must.

Al Dodimead, ACD Realty 604 521-0311

view this & other properties @ www.acdrealty.com PACIFICANA 1480 Esquimalt Ave. 1 bachelor, 1 bdrm, ocean views, dw, n/p, n/s Avail now. By appt. 604-921-7800

Park Royal Towers Completely Renovated

1 & 2 Bdrm Suites

4 BR Upper Lonsdale,NV, 2 up 2 dwn, 2 bath, 1800sf, $2200, np, w/d, part view. Aug 1st 604-572-0015 or 604-760-8585 5 BR 2 levels, rec room, 4 baths, fp, B. Prop area, W. Van, exec view $3400. now 604-720-2913 A block to Canyon Heights & Handsworth, cul-de-sac, exec. 4 br np, $4350, Jul 1, 604-986-0629

AMBLESIDE, 1750SF, architect designed, bright, immac cond, 2 Br, family/studio, 1.5 Ba, 5 appl, gas f/p, lg fenced landscaped yd. Nr all facilities, bus, seawalk, n/s, n/p, Ref’s, lease, gardening incl’d, July 15. $2600. 604-913-1159 AMBLESIDE, VIEW, 4 bdrm+, 2 baths, semi-furn. n/s, n/p, ref/ lease, $2300. 604-926-0053

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

– Brand New –

Executive Quality Condos Private Entrances 3 Bdrm, Den – $4200 2 Bdrm, Den, RoofTop Deck – $3900 1 Bdrm, Ground Floor – $2300 19th and Marine. Sub Zero, Bosch, Granite, Hardwood, Fireplaces, Underground Parking Walk to all Amenities.

Call Vicki, 604-220-2935

Houses - Rent

PROFESSIONAL COUPLE w/2 children, current home owners, looking for family home to rent (min 2 Bed + den - dundarave, west bay, altamont preferred 4k+/mth - unfurnished). Excellent references, 1 yr lease desired, will take wonderful care of your home. elmscanada@gmail.com or 937-293-7933 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN No Qualification - Low Down CHILLIWACK – 9557 Williams St, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town, close to shops & schools............... $888/M SOUTH SURREY/WHITE ROCK – 15532 Madrona Dr., 3 bdrm, HOUSE, on Cul-de-Sac in quiet family neighborhood, huge yard, new roof, dbl garage..... $1,688/M

6565

Office/Retail Rent

2 OFFICES 950 sqft, up & downstairs, newly reno’d, 3 prkg.801 West 1st. Unit #7 604-987-8544 OFFICE SPACE in an excellent location. Next to Park Royal. W. Van. 450 or 900 sqft. 604-926-7542 PARTIALLY FURNISHED 675 sq ft office space available for sub lease. Location - 12th & Lonsdale, on the second floor of a professional building. Has three offices, reception area, coffee room and storage space. Bright and spacious with partial view of north shore mountains. Two parking spots included in rent. Please email to resumeka@hotmail.com

6595

Shared Accommodation

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North Vancouver

1 BDRM $450, no pets, no parties, North Van, nr Lonsdale & LGH, N/S, Call 604-990-4257

LUXURY WATERFRONT, house share, private beach, large BR’s, 15 min dtwn $996. 778-338-4800 MID LONSDALE, furn br, private home, wd, cable, utils incl. $500 suits n/s male, np 604-980-8012

6600

Storage

JULY 1ST, LOWER Lonsdale storage space, 600sf, electricity $450, 604-983-9493

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

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

1 BDRM suite. Reno’d. share laundry, cable, wireless, dog ok, Deck. Non smoking. $975 +% utils. July 1, Call 604-375-7050.

CAULFIELD 4 BR house, 5565 Greenleaf Road, 3 lvl, spacious & Bright, $3400. Aug 1. Call Joy at Advent Real Estate Services 604-812-4788

1 BDRM Upper Lonsdale, lge bsmt ste in new home, priv. ent, f/p, utils, full bath, n/s, n/p. $900 immed. 604-980-9725

E23 NR LONSDALE: bright, clean, 4 bed, 2 ba. W/D. 1 nat gas, 1 wood f/p. N/S, N/P. Min. 1-yr lease. $2500/mo + util. 604-723-7891 http://www.willin form.com/340.htm

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

2 BR, 1100 sf, Canyon Heights, Handsworth catchment, legal suite in new house, alarm & flr heating systems, 6 appls, near transit, cable, n/s, $1350 + % util, 604-787-3108 2 BR, 1150 sf WVan,clean, garden lvl, bright ocean view, wood f/p, ns, own entry/wd. $1300 incl. utils & cbl, hi spd i/net, cat ok. July 1 or 15. 604-925-9745

2 BR bright bsmt, Blueridge, 950 sf, reno’d, hardwood, own entry & w/d, $1400 incls utils, cable + hi spd net, ns, cat ok, 604-723-2476

2 BR bsmt, all reno, granite, bright own wd, patio/entry, ns, W 21 500 block, $1275incls, 604-512-2521 2 BR main flr, d/w, central vacum, newly reno’d, walk to Phibbs Ex.. Nr all ammens & 2nd narrows, $1,195+$150 utils, hi speed net, hd cable. 604-338-4417 2BR GROUND Level, West Van, newly reno’d, NP, NS. Ref’s Req’d. $1200. 778-229-3093

2BR LGE Bsmt $1250pm incl util 5 appl n/s n/p refs reqd 778-886-6072 after hrs

3 BR, 2 bth, spacious, upper flr, bright, Delbrook area, $2200 + % util ns np avail now 604-351-1962 4 BR British Properties main flr, 2 bath, f/p, 5 appl, nr Sentinal school, prkg, storage, no pets. $2200 604-922-3499 CAPILANO/ GROUSEWOODS Lge 1br, furn $1000 unfurn $850 all incls, suits 1 604-765-2279 DELBROOK BRIGHT 1BR bsmt. rec.centre/bus. F/P N/S $900incl. utl/cbl/laun. Suit single person. Avail.now 604-512-3543 lv. msg

1 BR in apt, nr Lynn Valley Mall, Cap U, ideal for student, prefer female, $475 incl 604-988-6500

CAULFEILD, LARGE modern house, 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 2 f/p, large garden dbl gar, July, long term, $3100. call 604-925-9562

DUNDARAVE, CHARACTER, 6 Br, 3 Ba, 2 kitchens, 3 levels, no garage, $4500. 604-779-9414

Suites/Partial Houses

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

WESTLYNN 3BR, ravine setting, suits , 1 yr lease, ns, np, now, $2025, Wayne 604-649-6416

1 BDRM g/l ste, Deep Cove, $850 incl internet. cable, utils, NS NP, refs, July 1. Call 604-929-5125

CAULFIELD 5 BR Executive furn hse, 5604 Westhaven Court, 5000 sqft, 3 f/p’s, games rm, dble car garage, $6500. Aug 1. Call Joy at Advent Real Estate Services 604-812-4788

6602

Call Kristen 604 435-5555 or 786-4663

CANYON HEIGHTS 4 Br, big deck, updated, 2 fp, Aug 1. $2750 Vistarealty.net 604-925-8824

EAGLE HARBOUR Updated 4br 3 bath, f/p, skylight, $3950 Vistarealty.net 604-925-8824

Call 604-630-3300 to place your ad

6540

1 BR, Brit prop, bright self contained g/l ste. $900 furn, $800

unfurn 604-346-3879, 604-904-5666

1 BR cozy bsmt ste inste ldry, nr Cap University, N.Van, $950 incl utils. July 1st. 604-551-3251 1 BR main flr, large, near L. Valley Mall, share wd, ns, np, $1000 +elec. Aug. 1, 604-309-7098

$1000 1 br garden ste, reno’d, nr

bus,Cap U. shops, max 1, shrd ldry/ util,Jul 1, np ns 1st Jul 604-986-6167

2 BDRM, 1100sf, South of Grand blvd, Harbourview, f/p, w/d, new appl, yard, bright, quiet, $1200 incl utils. 604-986-1044 2 BDRM, bright, large, alarm, 7appl, lrg storage, Caulfeild Village, nr schl/bus n/s, n/p $1450+util July1, 604-789-2375 2 BR new garden level large suit, 5 appls, Lynn Valley, $1400 + 1/3 ultis, now 778-230-4288

WEST VAN, Caulfeild: 2 BR bsmt, f/bath, gas f/p, prkg, patio, $1400/mo incls utils, avail immed. Call 778-688-2594

6605

Townhouses Rent

3 BR fp $1875. reno’d, 1.5 baths, 5 appls, storage, patio, ns, np, July 1, Rufus Dr, 604-980-6250 3 BR t/house in quiet complex, 1.5 baths, fenced patio, pool, playground, near bus & shops, $1620 + utils, Dollarton & Seymour. V7H 1A4 604-929-6024 8670 SEASCAPE Dr. Howe Sound, 2 yr, 2 Br + den, 2500sf, gd view, 2.5 Ba, 604-448-1688

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE Bright 2 BR avail. Aug 1. 1 year lease, NP/ NS. Rent $1,425. For viewing call 604-986-0511

6620

Warehouse/ Commercial

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

apts/condos

office/retail suites & partial houses

warehouses

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homestay

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To advertise in Rentals call 604-630-3300

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 – North Shore News – A49

AUTOMOTIVE 9105

Auto Miscellaneous

WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Last week 6 out of 10 applications approved! We fund your future not your past. Any Credit. www.coastlineautocredit.com or 1-888-208-3205

9110

Collectibles & Classics

9160

Sports & Imports

North Shore’s Finest

Pre-Owned Vehicle Showrooms Volvo of North Vancouver

Quality Pre-Loved Inventory 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited

1987 PORSCHE 911 Coupe, local, only 130km, immaculate. $28,800. 604-987-3876. D24627

V6,black,only 12,000kms,rear back up camera,keyless remote,leather heated seats, balance of warranty,P5448 Pre-Loved Special $38,988

2010 Jeep Compass 4x4 Sport

Only 350kms,extented warranty,pwr group,alloys,auto,light almond,10111A Pre-Loved Special $22,988

2009 Dodge Journey SXT

1

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

1993 PORSCHE 928, rare GTS widebody, only 109km, as new. $25,800. 604-987-3876. D24627

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Domestic

2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Hardtop Limited

Only 39,744kms,silver,3.5L V6, navigation,Uconnect,pwr hardtop,loaded, BCAA inspected,P5449. Pre-Loved Special $29,988

2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4x4 Sport

Black,Hemi,20”wheels,pwr rear slider, only 48,000kms,P5443 Pre-Loved Special $27,988

2008 JeepWrangler

2004 MAZDA 6 GS 65kms, V6 sunroof, leather, bose stereo, excellent condition, fully serviced $14,500. Call 604-929-1964

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Scrap Car Removal

4x4,6spd,black,soft top,local,one owner, warranty,BCAAinspected,P5425 Pre-Loved Special $16,988

2008 Jeep Patriot 4x4

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

FREE

2006 Jeep Commander

No Wheels, No Problem

2006 Ford Fusion SEL

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL CASH FOR SOME COMPLETE CARS OPEN 24 HRS. INCLUDING HOLIDAYS

MIKE:

604-872-0109

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

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Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

7 pass,only 54,000kms,loaded,blue,4x4, alloys,V8,BCAA inspected,P5460 Pre-Loved Special $21,988 V6,only 56,000kms,sunroof,alloys,local, cd,keyless entry,nice,1088A Pre-Loved Special $12,988

2005Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 5spd,yellow,alloys,power group,sunroof, 57,000kms,st#10062A Pre-Loved Special $12,988

2004VW New Beetle Convertible

Auto,only 48,015kms,one owner,pwr top, loaded,BCAA inspected,10164A Pre-Loved Special $14,988

2004 Chrysler Pacifica 2005 NISSAN Xterra SE. yellow 83.5ks, exc cond, free oil change for life. $17,750. 604-760-5354

All wheel drive,V6,silver,new tires,loaded, leather,only 72,000kms,10056A Pre-Loved Special $16,988

604-980-8501 1600 Marine Drive North Vancouver

9160

destinationchrysler.ca

2005 CRYSLER CROSSFIRE 2005. Low kms, heated seats, p/w, p/l. $17,500. 778-887-6567

Sports & Imports

1972 VW BEETLE new paint, new tires, a/cared, exc. cond, cd plyr, $3500 obo. 604-250-1178

2006 VW JETTA TDI, deisel, 41ks, mint, top model, f/load $15,900 obo. 778-386-0431

9173 2001 VW Cabriolet 106 K, all options, 5 spd, no decs, great car $10,900. 604-603-3005 d#9263 2002 CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, exc cond, low kms, new tires, no acc, must sell $8500 obo, 604-506-0800

Smarter Buyer. Better Car.

2009 VOLVO S40 BLOWOUT PRICE $23,200 2008 VW CITY JETTA Low kms, convenience pkg $16,700 2008 HONDA CIVIC 2DR COUPE Nice rims, low kms. Reg $16,980 SALE $14,980 2008 TOYOTA YARIS Reg $11,980 SALE $9,980 2007 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER Local, clean. $24,980 2007 BMW X3 Black on black with premium pkg. Reg price $31,980. SALE PRICE $27,980

SOLD

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

SOLD

2007 LEXUS RX350 Ultra premium pkg. Reg price $42,980. SALE PRICE $38,980 2006 TOYOTA TACOMA Locally owned and lady driven. SALE PRICE $23,980

SOLD

2006 HONDA S2000 Very rare! Local, low kms. A must see, in perfect condition! $31,980 1765 Marine Drive, North Vancouver

604.924.4542 Chrysler • Dodge • Jeep

NISSAN X-TRAIL BonaVista 2006 AWD, 78,000 kms, silver, A/C, Sunroof, Heated seats, New tires/brakes. No accidents. Ph. 604-715-7060

2006 LANDROVER LR3 HSE Fully loaded, low kms, clean ON SALE $30,980

Vans

2002 DODGE Caravan, 7 pass, 6 cyl, 5 dr, 106k kms, roof rack, air cared, no accd. $5250 obo. By Owner. 604-525-9641 2002 HONDA Odyssey EX-L, 204k, Red, fully loaded, leather, V6, 7 seats, DVD, 6 disc CD changer, Hydro edge & Snow tires, NS, No pets. $8500, Jason 604-830-0439.

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Boats

WANTED. 12, 14 or 16 foot aluminum boat, with or without motor or trailer. 604-319-5720

2001 VOLVO S60 T5A Alloys, sunroof, leather, auto, U4511A NOW $11,999 2009 VOLVO XC70 Auto, AWD, sunroof, U4544. Was $38,999 NOW $37,999 2009 TOYOTA COROLLA CE 5 spd, priced right! U4497. Was $14,999 NOW $12,999 2007 VOLVO C70 Get ready for summer, U4534 GREAT PRICE $35,999 2007 VOLVO XC90 V8 AWD, 7 pass, rear entertainment, U4449. Was $45,999 NOW $42,999

NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS O.A.C. 2006 VOLVO XC90 7 pass, DVD & nav, U4505 SUMMER SPECIAL $29,999 2006 CHEV COBALT SS 5spd, a/c, low kms, U4484 PRICED TO GO $11,999 2006 BMW 650I Fully equipped, top of the line, U4454 $41,999 2006 HUMMER H3 Low kms, a/c, sunroof, U4547 REDUCED TO SELL $25,999 2005 VOLVO V50 T5 Auto, sunroof, alloys, U4515 NOW $19,999

2009 MAZDA MIATA MX5 GT Convertible, auto, only 7,000kms $33,980 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS 3.8L SEDAN Leather, navigation, sunroof, winter rims & tires ONLY $36,348 2009 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GL Auto, a/c, pwr group, only 41,000kms ONLY $14,808 2008 MAZDA MX5 GT Hard top convertible, loaded, manual $31,980 2008 HYUNDAI SANTA FE LIMITED Leather, sunroof, low kms ONLY $26,900 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE Pwr group, a/c, Stow ‘N’ Go seats, only 47,501kms, was $16,780 NOW $16,330 2007 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID Leather, a/c, push button start, only 40,000kms ONLY $21,900 2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS V6, AWD, leather, a/c, 7 pass $24,995

2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED V8, navigation, silver, grey leather, only 39,700kms, local, U5383. Was $36,995 SALE PRICE $35,995 2009 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID Air, cruise, pwr windows & locks, keyless entry, blue, U10472A SALE PRICE $22,995 2007 VOLVO C30 HATCHBACK Gray, manual, air, cruise, pwr windows, 52,000kms, fun to drive, U101056A $22,995 2007 TOYOTA TUNDRA CREW MAX LTD Black, leather, 5 pass, 8500lb towing capacity, only 31,507kms, U5423 $44,995 2007 TOYOTA RAV4 LTD Leather, black, auto, air, sunroof, only 48,000kms, U5418 SALE PRICE $25,995

2008 LEXUS RX 400H Lexus Certified $44,990 2009 LEXUS RX350 Gray on black leather, one owner, local, only 19,500kms $44,990 2009 LEXUS RX350 Only 19,600kms, smokey on black, premium package, local, Certified $45,990 2008 LEXUS LS 600HL Smokey granite on black leather, 19” wheels, navigation, back up camera, bluetooth, beautiful. SAVE HUGE $75,990 2007 MERCEDES BENZ ML 63 AMG Silver on black, only 19,000kms, mint, local, 500hp, AWD $70,990

2006 HONDA ODYSSEY EX-L Blue, leather, auto, one owner, 87,000kms, U11037A ONLY $22,995

2007 LEXUS IS250 AWD, blue on tan, only 43,000kms, Lexus Certified $34,990

2006 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID Black, leather, fully loaded, one owner, local, 102,000kms, U5364. Was 26,995 NOW $24,995

2006 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE One owner, local, only 72,000kms, silver on grey, beautiful. $16,990

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

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

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

2005 PORSCHE BOXSTER Manual, black with black leather, one owner, only 42,700kms, U10857R. Was $36,995 NOW $35,995 2003 BUICK REGAL Immaculate, auto, air, cruise, pwr windows, gold, U101036A $6,995

2004 MINI COOPER Sunroof, 5spd, priced to go! U4485A NOW $13,999

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

2004 SUBARU OUTBACK AWD, sunroof, leather, U4536 NOW $16,999

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

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

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AUTOMOTIVE

NORTH SHORE MITSUBISHI “As Reliable as the Cars We Sell”

HUGE SALE

THIS WEEKEND

9160

Sports & Imports

Central Auto

The North Shore’s Best 2000 Porsche Boxster “S” Convertible 6 spd manual, local, only 80k, well serviced & $22,850 spotlessly kept. 2006 Mercedes Benz C230 4dr Sedan auto, local, only 56K, $19,850 spotlessly kept. 2006 Nissan XTrail 4x4 SUV auto, local, sunroof, leather, only $17,850 79K, immaculate.

2008 Mitsubishi Spyder Convertible 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid Red, only 51,189kms, alloys, auto, heated Silver, auto, sunroof, pwr group, CD, keyless leather seats, spoiler $26,995 entry, security system, a/c, alloys. $23,888

2003 Mercedes Benz ML 350 SUV auto, local, sunroof, heated leather seats, ony 92k, spotlessly $15,850 kept. 2002 Mercedes Benz CLK 320 Coupe auto, local, sunroof, only 76k, exceptional $15,850 2004 Toyota Rav 4 auto, local, a/c, pwr group, only 60K, spotless $15,850 2001 Mercedes Benz CLK 320 auto, local, only 96k, spotless $13,850

2008 Ford Escape XLT 2008 Subaru Impreza AWD,auto,grey, Auto,silver,only 44,580kms,roof rack,sunroof, only 33,380kms,alloys,keyless entry,pwr trailer hitch,pwr group,keyless entry $24,995 group,a/c $18,995

2000 Mercedes Benz CLK 320 Coupe auto, sunroof, leather pwr heated seats, just traded in, only 79K from new, $12,850 spotless.

OPEN

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2009 Dodge Caliber 2007 Honda Civic Red,only 22,520kms,a/c,alloys,auto,CD, Grey,only 43,980kms,a/c,CD,auto,pwr group keyless entry,pwr group $15,995 $15,995

2007 Mazda 3 2007 Honda Odyssey EX Grey,only 69,180kms,a/c,auto,keyless entry, Blue,only 68,700kms,a/c,alloys,auto,CD, $13,800 climate control,keyless entry $24,995 pwr group,security system

1999 Lexus RX300 SUV auto, local, only 130K, exceptionally $11,850 well kept. 2004 Subaru Impreza 2.5 TS 4Dr Hatchback AWD auto, local, CD, a/c, pwr windows & locks, only 77k, spotless. $11,850 2001 Volvo V40 1.9t Station Wagon auto, local, alloy wheels, only 116k, extremely well kept. $9,850 1983 Mercedes Benz 380 SL Convertible hard & soft tops, auto, local, exceptional $9,850 2000 Acura Integra GS 2dr Coupe 5spd manual, local, leather, sunroof, CD, a/c, pwr windows & locks, only 67k, $6,850 spotlessly kept.

2006 Honda CRV 2006 Land Rover LR3 Black,only 74,500kms,a/c,alloys,keyless Grey,only 75,600kms,4x4,alloys,auto,leather, entry,pwr group,running boards $19,995 keyless entry,sunroof,pwr group $28,995 725 MARINE DRIVE, NORTH VANCOUVER

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HOME SERVICES 8030

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

843 West 1st St. N. Van

604-985-7759

Which SUV sips gas like a subcompact?

Electrical

#1167 LIC. Bonded, WCB. BBB Member since 1975. Lrg & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter. Low rates. 24 Hour. Jim 617-1774.

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

A LICENSED electrician #19807 semi-retired, small jobs only. 604-689-1747 pgr 604-686-2319

8040

Carpet/Flooring Installation

ALL FLOOR COVERINGS Repair & Replace. Material Sales Dwight, 604-980-6048 I’ll show you the inexpensive route www.fccarpets.shawwebspace.ca

8050

Chimney Services

THECHIMNEYGUYS 604-725-2551 ★ Free Estimates★

8055

Cleaning

$18/HR. Quality House cleaning. 604-983-3477 www.qualityhc.com A DEPENDABLE Cleaning Co. $18/hr. 604-505-8658 Licensed Insured Reliable

8060

Concrete

CREATING BACKYARD ENVY Hardscape specialist for all your concrete needs. Retaining walls, patios, stairs etc. Demo to finish Christopher Shaver 604-980-3232, 604-725-2812 treesandconcrete.com

All CEMENT REPAIR JOBS

stairs, walls, patios, sidewalks, drainage. Exc Ref’s 604-379-2640

CONCRETE FORMING, concrete work & retaining walls. Small/big job John 778-919-8796 Flow-rite Concrete for all your concrete needs. Specializing in stamped/exposed. 604-418-6445 MORRISON CONCRETE Design, excavate, form & place all concrete. 604-988-2840

www.renorite.com 604-781-7695

Drainage

Crown Roofing & Drainage Residental Div. Drainage installation & repair. 604-327-3086

DRAIN TILES & WATER LINES Without Digging a Trench 604-985-4000

8075

Floor Refinishing

A & P ELECTRIC #89724 Low prices. Small jobs okay. Satisfaction guar. 604-765-3329

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

8125

Gutters

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

Electrician Lic#95323, Bonded, Affordable Com/Res. No Job too small. 25yrs exp. 604 727-2306 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

8087

Excavating

604.649.1213 CEL 604.984.2313 Res/comm, Excavating, Bobcat, Trucking, Water Lines, Sewer Lines, Drainage, Landscaping. Hrly/Contract. Free Estimates. The Earth Moves - Mini Excavating, bobcat service & landscape contruction. 604-753-8533

8090

Fencing/Gates

Cedar Fences & Decks affordable rate. Not Like any other - artistic. Jeff 778-928-9201, 604-415-0920

NAT’L FENCE & LANDSCAPE Free Est cedar fencing, decking, landscaping, hedging, pavers & arbors. Exc prices. 604-418-1419 Spring Discounts cedar fence & gates, install, repair removal Euro craft Erwin&John 778-322-8645 THE FENCE MAN Call for all of your fencing needs. www.thefenceman.ca Free estimates! 604-771-6063

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

604-439-9417 RAIN CENTRE LTD.

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

North Shore Gutters. Sales & Install 5’’ continuous gutter, minor repairs, cleaning. 604-988-5294 RITS GUTTER CLEANING & repairs, power washing. Quick & affordable 604-897-7487

8130

Handyperson

Renovate & Repair Carpentry, flooring, drywall, painting, exteriors & more!

Specializing in Small Jobs Quality Work, Professional Service

778-233-0559

How to write a classified ad that works.

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

Contracting

* Save Your Dollars *

8073

8110

ALL NEW FLOORS. Hardwood, Laminate. Professional Installation and Refinishing.. 604-715-8455

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

Drywall

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

Research vehicles on driving.ca

8080

A QUICK CONSTRUCTION Carpentry, Siding, Deck, Paint, all repair North Shore 604-418-6020

8065 Serving the North Shore for over 30 years!

Carpentry

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 *Drywall * Taping * Texture * Stucco*Painting * Steel stud framing Quality Home 604-725-8925

Writing an effective classified ad is easy when you know how. What follows is a step-by-step guide focusing on the time-tested principles of a successful ad. • Use a keyword. Start your ad with the item for sale, service offered or the job title. • Be descriptive. Give customers a reason to respond. Advertisers have found that the more information you provide, the better the response. • Limit abbreviations. Use only standard abbreviations to avoid confusion and misinterpretations. • Include price. Always include price of the item for sale. • How to respond. Always include a phone number (with area code) and/or street and email address.

To place your ad call:

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604-202-6118 ABBA RENOVATION carpentry, plumbing, wiring, painting, tiling. Work guar, Refs. (604)805-8463/ 986-4026 ABLE RENOVATIONS All home repairs & renos, large & small, North Shore only 604 319-2677 HANDY DANDY all types of renos, bath, kitchen, tiles, painting - in side & out Free Est. Ibrahim 604-619-6968 HANDYMAN FOR ANY JOB plus kitchen & bath reno’s, flooring, drywall ... 604-505-4597 ONE PERSON Op., take on small jobs. Fences, plumbing, paint, carpentry, more. Wally 984-6309

8135

Hauling

CHEAP LOADS Fast Reliable Service 604-922-5101 DD HAUL & DELIVERY Service delivered with pride. Loads from $30 each. David 604-512-7471

8150

Kitchens/Baths

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

604-879-9191 Superior Cove Tops & Cabinets #3 - 8652 Joffre Ave, Burnaby BATHROOMS & much more. 40 yrs on the North Shore. Working within your budget. 778-387-3626

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HOME SERVICES 8155

Landscaping

8160

Lawn & Garden

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)

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~ Any size job ~

Lawn Treatment • Maint. Maint. •• Power Power Raking Raking Pruning • Trimming • General General Clean-Up Clean-Up Topping Trees • Free Free Estimates Estimates

www.EnglishLawns.com

604-926-1526 604-926-1526 604-726-9153 604-726-9153

Nick 929-7732

Binder:

A. A. Allwest Garden Service Lawn maint, general cleanup, power raking, moss control, etc. CALL SUKH free est. 604-716-8479 or 604-984-1988

PACIFIC LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION LTD.

Cert. horticulturists 604-518-5661 Scott H. Design & Maintenance KatsuraLandscaping.ca

Custom Landscape Installs Paving Stones & Walls Drainage & Grading Irrigation & Lighting New Lawn Installs Outdoor Kitchens

604-839-1225

MANDALAY LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Maintenance

Patios – Walkways Retaining Walls – Gates Power Rake – Aeration 604-786-5743

www.mandalaylandscaping.com A.ALL AREA LANDSCAPING Landscaping and Garden Service. 604-926-1526 & 604-726-9153 BC Instant Lawns, New lawn installations★ landscaping★ prof. putting greens★ 604-454-4954 CONSTRUCTIVE landscaping.com decking, stone masonry, paving stones, bricks & blocks 604-250-7824... 980-8224 Lee Gardener: Lawn maint. Free est. Spring clean-up, power raking, trim, Hedges 778-986-6662 MANDALAY LANDSCAPING CUT-REPAIR-REPLACE 604-786-5743 www.mandalaylandscaping.com PACIFIC LANDSCAPING lawn installations, retaining walls, pavers drainage etc 839-1225 PAVING STONES www.iterways.ca ★604-657-3614★

8160

Lawn & Garden

A.A. BEST PRO

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

Call Sukh:

604-726-9152 604-984-1988

Good Day Painting Fully Insured, Quality Work, Res/Comm, No Payment till Job is Completed! Call Thomas 604 377-1338

Licenced & Insured Local & Long Distance

PAINTING BY BENJAMIN, Interior & Exterior. 25 yrs exp. For Estimate. Call 604-618-4288

Seniors Discount

$ BEST RATES $

“The Grass is Greener”

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

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POINT GREY PAINTING LTD Int/Ext - Quality Guaranteed Free Est * Early Bird Discounts 604-725-0908

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

★ STAFFORD & SON ★ Interior/Exterior. Top quality work. Reasonable rates. 604-809-3842

EAGLE EYE Soar with the best It’s your move 778-883-2538 MODERN MOVING - 1,3,5 Ton Truck local & long distance moves - competetive prices778-991-0229 or 778-317-6908

POPEYE’S MOVING Scott 604-377-2503

www.popeyesmovingbc.com

WESTCAN

MOVING SYSTEMS 604-765-0244

8193

Oil Tank Removal

TANKTECH Certified Oil Tank Specialists Tanks - pumped, filled, removed res/com. Free est. 604-328-1234

8195 Chau Le Gardening Tree cutting & topping, shrubs, yard cleanup, trimming, hedging, 604-782-5288 ★CNN ★Weeding ★Trimming ★Mulch★maintenance★top soil★ Free est. Nick 778-840-6573 Eagleview Landscaping.. Res. & Comm. Paving stone install & repair. Free quotes 604-929-7279 Serafina Garden Services Maint. & design, cleanups, organic food reas rates 604-984-4433 ENGLISH LANDSCAPER gardener, 30 yrs exp, complete garden maint. Les 604-209-8853 GREEN PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Hedge trimming, tree pruning, yard maint, powerwashing. Mike 983-3586 JAPANESE GARDENER Landscape & maintenance, clean-ups, trimming. Reas, free est, 25 yrs exp 604-986-8126 J.B. GRASS Cutting. Weeding, Trimming, Pruning, hedging, cleanup. Terry 604-723-3582

M. GILL Gardening -Maint Clean Up & Pruning, Com/ Res Free Est. 604-765-4922 PEAK Yard Maint & Powerwash Lawn Care, Hedge Trim, Window Cleaning. Doug • 604-837-9417 S & W GARDENING SERVICE Comm/res maint, clean-up. Japanese Gardener 604.986.0059

8175

Masonry

STONE WORK Retaining walls, facing, cultured stone. 604-603-2576 tymerstonework.com

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

8180

Home Services

NORTH SHORE Home Services Windows, gutters, power washing 604-988-5294

GARAGE SALE

Empty your Garage Fill Your Wallet

MAKE IT A SUCCESS! Call 604-630-3300

Painting/ Wallpaper

Excellent Pro Painting Service 20 yrs exp, refs, warranty. Reas, res/comm Richard 604-618-0205

45 We accept Visa, Mastercard & Interac

NEW LAWN INSTALLS OLD LAWN REMOVALS DRAINAGE PAVING STONES & WALLS PUTTING GREENS IRRIGATION SYSTEMS OUTDOOR LIGHTING COMPLETE LANDSCAPING

8195

AFFORDABLE MOVING 1 to 3 Men

BC INSTANT LAWNS

• New Lawn Installs • Replace Old Lawn • Lawn Drainage • Landscaping • Paving

Moving & Storage

8185

Painting/ Wallpaper

CANSTAR PAINTING The Quality You Trust! Interior & Exterior Projects Prof. Crew of Master Painters Prof. Design & Product Consultation Free Est./Written Guarantee

Insured/WCB

778-997-9582

Colourwise ™

Professional Painting Bldg & Deck Repair & Maint 30 yrs exp. Insured & bonded Visa, Mastercard, Interac

www.Colourwise.ca Jim 778-232-4063

FAIRWAY PAINTING

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

7291234

JB’s PAINTING • From 99 per room • Professional • Reliable • Licensed & Insured • North Shore co. est. 2001 $

604-773-4549

T&B Painting Interior & Exterior Commercial / Residential Top Quality Work

778-552-5065 604-716-1250

~ CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE ~

A CLEAN PAINT JOB. Quality 1 room $137. Int-ext, full WCB. 22 yrs exp. Cell: 604-727-2700 A LADY PAINTER, professional & color consult, 20 yrs on North Shore. exc refs. 604-961-3451 AFFORDABLE QUALITY PAINTING. Tidy, honest. 19 yrs North Shore. John 604-980-5454 ALL-WAYS PAINTING Professional quality with competitive pricing 604-985-0402 C&M PAINTING Quality painting at reasonable prices. Over 25 years experience. 604-351-6540

TOP PAINTING Res & Comm. Reasonable rates • Free Estimate Top Quality! Joe 604-782-1377

8205

Paving/Seal Coating

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

8220

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

Custom Bath & Kitchen We also do Drywall, tiles, flooring, painting, ceiling, finishing carpentry, sundeck, fences, siding, sheds and basement improvement. Free estimates and WCB Call Michael 604 836 9628

Bathrooms, Kitchens, En-Suites-Additions, Decks, Concrete Forming, and much more 40yrs on the North Shore. Always working within your budget.

778-387-3626

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

604-728-3009

www.jkbconstruction.com

Heating & Gas Fitting Licensed Plumber

604-987-7473 604-721-6075 RED SEAL

Drainage & Plumbing Inc.

Plumbing, Drainage, Repairs & Installation

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

604-618-4988

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

DELBROOK

PLUMBING & DRAINAGE 604-729-6695

PLUMBERS

Water Lines (without Digging) Sewer Lines (without Diggging) Install. Draintiles. 604-985-4000 LOCAL PLUMBER - Licensed, insured,GASFITTING, renos, Repairs. VISA 604-929-6956 PHD PLUMBING & HEATING Drainage, renos, bsmt specials. Flexible hours. Call 604-897-0503 SAVE ON PLUMBING! Licenced Plumber/Gas fitter, $65/HR. Same

Power Washing

ABBA RENOVATION carpentry, plumbing, wiring, painting, tiling. Work guar, Refs. (604)986-4026/805-8463 BAMFORD CONSTRUCTION Ltd. Quality Renos & Repairs. 604-986-2871 www.bamford.ca BEARING WALLS removed, floors leveled, cathedral ceilings, garage leveled, door and window openings. 604-787-7484

Renovations & Construction. Mano, 604-990-1671/230-7970 www.dimandevelopments.com Fortif Construction: North Shore home reno specialists. 604-202-1264 www.fortif.ca HOME RENO’S, new framing, forming, decks, stairs & roofing. Custom homes. 604-721-8743 INTERIOR RENOVATIONS Bathrooms, Kitchen, Basement, & More. Tim Gleason 604-926-5440 Moon Const Building Services. Specialize in Concrete, Forming & Framing. Call Patrick 218-3064 ON SITE Reno’s. Custom Kitchen & bath, interior finishing etc. Call Mike 604-351-9316 www.onsiterenovations.com

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

8250

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

Member BBB - Member RCABC Full Liability Coverage and WCB Designated Project Managers and Third Party Inspections

604-984-4147

ALL-WAYS Pressure Washing Driveways, sidewalks, patios & houses. Free est 604-985-0402 North Shore Home Services. Power Washing, Window & Gutter Cleaning. 604-988-5294

All Types of Roofing, Re-Roofing & Repairs 604-221-2641 604-985-2641

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

604-983-0133

A Eastcan Roofing & Siding Ltd All types of Re-Roof, Repair, Gutter. WCB. BBB. 604-562-0957 A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

Alin Maintenance Services •Roof •Chimney •Skylight; Repairs •All Leak Problems! 604-319-2229 CURTIS JOHN ROOFING (since 1978) Roof tune-up from $149. 24 hr repair. 604-985-1913 SOUTHWEST ROOFING Cedar Shake Roof Replacement. Est 25

years Quality, Exc $$$. Lic. Ins Bonded 100% satisfaction..

778-888-2338

WESTCOAST ROOFING SYSTEMS

604-987-7325

8255

Rubbish Removal

Full Service Junk Removal • Demolition • Tree Work • Odd Jobs • Recycling

604.230.4530 greencoastrubbish.com

Proficient service, meeting all your needs, providing ‘quality workmanship’ Delivered with pride. Loads from $30 each Please call David

#1 TRAILER TRASH BOYS

Home Services.ca

West Coast

Call 604-327-3086 for a free estimate Quote code 1969 for a 5% discount

www.crownresidentialroofing.com

8305

Sun Decks

LTD.

604-512-7471

•Residential Roofing •Siding and Window Installations •Aluminum Awnings and Railings •Rain Gutter Replacements •Drainage Installations and Repairs

Quality Home Improvement ★ Stucco ★ All Kinds. No Job Too Big or Small. 604-725-8925

POINT GREY ROOFING Established 1946

DD HAUL & DELIVERY

Roofing

Stucco

604-591-3500

R3 CONSTRUCTION Kitchens, Bathrooms, Add-ons, Renovations, Water/Dry Rot Repair, Design Services. WCB Insured. Call Roy 604-220-1510 RENOVATIONS: FROM Rendering to Reality. Visit ccirenos.com and look for our listing on Sundays. 604-980-8384

8300

20 year Labour Warranty available

DIMAN DEVELOPMENTS.

A Guaranteed Lowest Price • Power washing • Window cleaning • Gutter cleaning/repairs • WCB insured • Free Estimates

Re-Roofing & Repairs Specialists

604-618-3145

day service. 604-987-7473 Samy

8225

All Season Roofing

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

North Shore Co.

PLUMBING LTD

Roofing

SIMPLY ROOFING

Plumbing

GLOBAL

8250

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

COLOURWISE™ We design, build, repair, refinish, & paint decks. Jim 778-232-4063

8309

Tiling

PROFESIONAL CERAMIC tile ,marble granite ,slate installation. Call John 604 916 2305

8310

Top Soil

A FAIR DEAL Loads to 5 yards, soils/mulch/manure/sand/gravel, odd jobs, rubbish. 604-908-1150 Dalton Trucking Ltd. Special: Top soil $15/yd. Sand gravel, trucking 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

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Window Cleaning

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LAST CHANCE for Tax Rebate offers!

URGENT NOTICE BC PST REBATE ENDS JUNE 30TH Insight EX Hybrid model ZE2H7AG

Insight HYBRID MSRP STARTING FROM

Hybrid Alternate Powertrain 2010 ∑

25,295 INCLUDES FREIGHT AND PDI

$

‡

4,000 + $2,000

Pay Cash $ and Save

†

¥

up to

BC Government ECO Rebate ¥

The Government of British Columbia’s PST rebate for qualifying fuel efficient and hybrid electric vehicles is rapidly coming to an end. Don’t miss the deadline to save the provincial sales tax on Honda’s lineup of fun-todrive fuel-stretchers… see your BC Honda Dealers today!

Civic Civic EX-L Sedan model FA1E0AJNX

MSRP STARTING FROM

17,385 INCLUDES FREIGHT AND PDI

$

‡

1,000

$

PST Rebate

††

*

ON MANUAL 2010 CIVICS

Fit Fit Sport model GE8G8AE

MSRP STARTING FROM

15,875 INCLUDES FREIGHT AND PDI

$

‡

1,000

$

††

¥

PST Rebate

ON ALL 2010 FITS

4TH Straight Year 2010 ∑

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‡MSRP is $25,295 / $17,385 / $15,875 for a new 2010 Honda Insight LX, model ZE2H5AE / 2010 Honda Civic DX Sedan, model FA1E2AEX / 2010 Honda Fit DX, model GE8G2AE and includes $1,395 freight and PDI. Taxes, license, insurance, environmental fees and registration are extra. †$4,000 Insight price reduction is available only on cash transactions. Retailer may sell for less. Retailer order / trade may be necessary. ¥2010 Insight models qualify for the Government of British Columbia’s PST rebate for hybrid electric vehicles of up to $2,000. ††New 2010 Civics with manual transmission and all 2010 Honda Fit models qualify for the Government of British Columbia’s $1,000 PST reduction. See your Honda retailer for details. MSRP of 2010 Insight EX, model ZE2H7AG / 2010 Civic EX-L Sedan, model FA1E0AJNX / 2010 Fit Sport, model GE8G8AE shown is $28,895 / $24,075 / $20,175 and includes $1,395 freight and PDI. †Offer valid from June 1, 2010 through June 30th, 2010 at participating Honda retailers. Offer valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offer subject to change or cancellation without notice. See your Honda retailer for full details. *As reported by Canadian manufacturers for calendar year 2009. ∑As reported by the Automotive Lease Guide, Feb. 2010 / Car and Driver Magazine, Jan. 2010.

A52 - North Shore News - Wednesday, June 23, 2010

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PURCHASE FINANCING FOR UP TO

60 MONTHS

!

2010 OUTLANDER XLS 4WD • 3.0L 230 hp V6 engine • Hill Start Assist • Power sunroof • Available Hard Disc Drive Navagation • 6-speed automatic transmission with Sportronic® paddle shifters • Super All-Wheel Control with Active Front Differential • 7 passenger seating • Bluetooth® hands-free phone system • Leather seating surfaces†

NO PAYMENTS FOR

90 DAYS on all 2010 Outlander models ¥

NORTH SHORE MITSUBISHI

725 MARINE DRIVE, NORTH VANCOUVER

www.northshore-mitsubishi.ca

604-983-2378

Smart customers always read the fine print. † Features listed are available on 2010 Outlander XLS 4WD. Technical data, equipment and options are based on the latest information at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. !/¥ For all purchase financing offers, customers must sign contract and take delivery from dealer by June 30, 2010. All offers available only through participating dealers to qualified retail customers in Canada and are only on approved credit. See participating dealer for details. Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. Purchase financing at 0% APR available through Bank of Nova Scotia and Bank of Montreal for up 60 months on all new 2010 Outlander models. Financing example: 2010 Outlander ES 2WD (CO45-A C04) with a selling price of $27,078 financed at 0% over 60 months equals $452 a month with a cost of borrowing of $0 and a total obligation of $27,078. 2010 Outlander XLS 4WD model shown with a selling price of $36,078. MSRP’s include up to $1350 in freight for cars and $1450 in freight for SUVs, up to $100 in air tax, and up to $30 in environmental handling fees. Taxes, PDI, PPSA, registration, insurance, licensing, administration fees, documentation fees, other dealer fees, and any additional provincial government fees are not included in MSRP. ¥ No payments for 90 days. Offer applies to purchase financing offers on all 2010 Outlander models through the Bank of Nova Scotia and Bank of Montreal. 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.* 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. See dealer or Mitsubishi-motors.ca for Education Edge terms, conditions, and other details. ® MITSUBISHI MOTORS, BEST BACKED CARS IN THE WORLD are trade-marks of Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. and are used under license.