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Dyslexia ﬁght may go to Supreme Court Parent pursues case against NVSD Jane Seyd

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A North Vancouver father is hoping to appeal his case against the North Vancouver school district and the Ministry of Education to the Supreme Court of Canada after losing his latest legal ﬁght over whether the school district did enough to help his son — who has dyslexia — when he was an elementary school student. Frances Kelly, lawyer for Rick Moore, said she will ask the Supreme Court of Canada for leave to appeal after a 2-1 decision by the B.C. Court of Appeal rejected Moore’s claim that the school district and the province discriminated against his son Jeffrey by not doing enough to help accommodate his disability. Moore said for the sake of many other learning disabled students, he’s hopeful the Supreme Court will agree to hear the case, even though his own son has long since graduated and become an independent adult. “It’s always been about the other kids. It’s never been just about Jeff,” said Moore. Moore pointed to promises made by B.C. Premier Gordon Campbell in his recent TV speech to identify and provide help for young children who have trouble reading as “exactly what we’re asking for.” “It would be totally ironic that he makes that promise and then leaves,” said Moore. Yude Heneleff, a lawyer who acted for the Learning Disabilities Association in See What page 8

Judge tosses British Properties grow op case Jane Seyd

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TWO men who were arrested leaving a British Properties grow op where police seized 450 plants have had the case against them tossed out of court, on the grounds West Vancouver police officers violated their rights. Ngoc Hang Huynh and Van Hoang Huynh were arrested Feb. 3, 2006 after police who were watching a suspected grow op saw the pair pull up to the house, go inside and drive off again. The pair were arrested shortly after, when officers pulled over their minivan. They were taken to the police station, fingerprinted and photographed. See Judge page 3

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WV’s library always remembers

Memorial library celebrates its 60th birthday on November 11 Benjamin Alldritt

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THIS coming Remembrance Day is the 60th anniversary of the West Vancouver Memorial Library, and a good moment to recall how the library got its name. In the aftermath of the Second World War, communities around the world were erecting monuments to honour their returning veterans and remember the neighbours and family members who didn’t come home. West Vancouver was no exception. “In 1947, there was a committee struck by the council and their charge was to determine the best choice for a war memorial,” said Jenny Benedict, director of library services. Three short-list options were considered: a library, a community centre, and a scholarship. Backers of the library made a stirring appeal to the memorial committee. “A public library exemplifies the spirit and meaning of free democratic institutions,” they wrote. “Its shelves are open to writers of all opinions; it is free from political influence; its services are available to all classes of society and all economic, racial or religious groups. One of the first acts of the totalitarian states was to purge the libraries of all volumes expressing enlightened democratic principles. As a memorial to our fallen, we submit that a public library is uniquely suitable.” “Isn’t that lovely?” Benedict said. The community voted on the question, and the new library opened its doors on Nov. 11, 1950 — at 1950 Marine Dr. “That was very intentional,” Benedict said. “It was a gift from the municipality to give us that number.” Among the library’s displays is a hand-illuminated Book of Remembrance, which lists all of the 70 West Vancouver men and women who died for the Allied cause during the war. Each and every morning, one page of the book is turned. The stained glass window that graces the main hall, “Harmony,” is also a tribute to the lost. Originally commissioned in 1931 in memory of an officer, Lieut. Horace Stone, who was killed in the First World War, it found its way into the hands of the officer’s sister, who donated it to the new library. Unlike most public buildings, the library doesn’t close its doors on Remembrance Day. Regular operations are suspended, however, so that staff can host a social tea and invite people to view the Book of Remembrance. “This year being our 60th anniversary, we are going to have a large display of photographs and artifacts of the library over the years,” Benedict said. “We’re also going to have a big story wall and we’ll invite members of the community to come and share what they love about their library and their fondest memories. They’ll be able to write them down and stick them on the wall. In the youth department, the kids are going to select their 60 favourite books and we’ll also have on display a selection of books that would have been in our original collection in 1950, which was 3,000 books.” Today, the West Vancouver Memorial Library owns 228,756 books, and 96,015 other items, including ebooks.

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DIRECTOR of library services Jenny Benedict with the Book of Remembrance, a permanent display at the West Vancouver Memorial Library.

W. Van school superintendent retires Looks back at 38 years in education James Weldon jweldon@nsnews.com

A lot has changed in Geoff Jopson’s 38 years as an educator, particularly in the way we view learning.

“I can recall teaching senior secondary school in the early ’70s, and realizing there were kids in that Grade 12 class who couldn’t read, and we didn’t know why,” said Jopson, West Vancouver’s superintendent of schools. “We know why today; we know much earlier; and we know what to do about it.” In December, Jopson’s long career in an evolving system will come to an end. As he prepares to quit his post, he hopes he

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GEOFF Jopson, West Vancouver superintendent of schools, has overseen many changes in his district. is leaving West Vancouver’s schools a little bit better than when he found them. Jopson actually retired ofﬁcially in 2009, after almost eight years on the job, but the board of education requested that he stay on to oversee

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the transition of leadership. They rehired him on contract, keeping him on for another year and a half to help select a successor and show that person the ropes. The contract expires at the end of this term, and he’ll ofﬁcially pass the torch.

Taking over from Jopson is Chris Kennedy, the district’s deputy superintendent. “The mentoring and preparation of Chris for this role has gone really well; he’s going to be a fabulous superintendent,” said Jopson. “He’s a talented young leader, probably as good as we have in this country.” Jopson has been involved with West Vancouver his entire life. He attended Pauline Johnson elementary starting at six years old before moving on to West Vancouver secondary. After receiving a bachelor of commerce and his professional teaching certiﬁcation from UBC, Jopson got a job in Vancouver, where he worked as a teacher and administrator for 24 years. He came back to West Vancouver to be director of instruction, before becoming superintendent in 2002. “When the chance came up to work here where I lived,

and I knew the district had a really strong reputation, I was thrilled,” he said. “It’s a place where you can get to know everybody quite easily and where relationships are easy to build.” Jopson’s took up the reins at a tumultuous time. The aging of British Columbia’s population has caused enrolment to drop across the province in recent years. The shrinking student populace, together with tightening provincial purse strings has forced cutbacks and school closures in dozens of communities. What’s more, when the government dropped the barriers around school catchment areas early in Jopson’s tenure and started allocating funding on a perpupil basis, school districts suddenly found themselves competing with one another See W. Van’s page 4

That same night, police searched the house at 547 St. Andrew’s Rd. and discovered a marijuana growing operation with 450 plants being cultivated in three rooms of the house. Police discovered the Hydro meter had been bypassed and there were no personal effects or furniture of any kind in the house. The two men were later charged with both producing a controlled substance and possession of marijuana for the purposed of trafficking. But a B.C. Supreme Court judge recently threw out the case against the pair, saying police didn’t have proper grounds to arrest the two men when they pulled over the van. Justice Catherine Wedge said police also violated the rights of the accused when they didn’t act quickly to get a Vietnamese translator for the men, so they would know why they had been arrested and have the ability to speak with a lawyer. The judge added that neither of the men were told by police they had a right to a lawyer of their choice after they were arrested. In refusing to admit the evidence seized by police, Wedge wrote the police showed “indifference” and “a pattern of carelessness” regarding the rights of the accused in the case. According to court documents, police had set up surveillance on the house after receiving a report of suspicious activity by the homeowner. Officers who stopped by the property said they smelled marijuana from the road and thought they heard what sounded like fans coming from inside. The two men were later observed going into the house, turning on lights and later leaving. Wedge, however, said that alone wasn’t “reasonable and probable” grounds to arrest the pair. Wedge noted there was nothing connecting the pair to the house and they weren’t seen taking anything into or out of the house. At best, the officer making the decision, “had a suspicion that these individuals were part of a grow op,” she wrote, in ruling the arrests were illegal. More troubling to the judge, however, was the delay in getting a Vietnamese translator for the two men. Wedge said it was apparent to officers who arrested the pair that both spoke Vietnamese and they were having trouble understanding English. Yet the officers waited two hours before contacting a translator for them. “I conclude the police acted in careless disregard of the accused’s rights,” wrote Wedge. “It violated the liberty interests of the accused in a serious manner.”

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W. Van’s reputation increases enrolment From page 3

for students. West Vancouver, however, is among the very few in the province to come out on top. “We’re one of only ﬁve districts in B.C., I think, where

enrolment has increased over the decade,” he said. “We’ve not had any staff layoffs for several years, and we’ve reopened a school. Cedardale (elementary) was closed for a quarter of a century, and we reopened it in 2004.”

Jopson credits West Vancouver’s good fortune to its reputation for academics and its International Baccalaureate, Montessori and other programs, which draw students from all over the Lower Mainland and even

from the private system. “In 2002, one out of every four children chose private school, . . . and now it’s one out of ﬁve,” he said. “We now have a graduation rate of about 98 per cent,” he added, with evident pride.

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facing a nearly-$2-million deficit, forcing it to cut back some non-staff positions. “That was really hard to do,” said Jopson. “We had to reduce some services in a variety of areas. We managed to keep our staff, but the level of support we were able to provide to children was less than we wanted it to be. That was a really hard time.” Another difficult moment came during the teacher’s strike of about five years ago, he said. “We went into that in the hope we could ensure that when we came out of the strike, that the relationships would be in place,” he said. “I think for the most part they were, but there’s damage done when that happens and some trust that needs to be rebuilt.” Declining enrolment will continue to be a challenge for Jopson’s successor, he said, but he’s confident Kennedy is up for the challenge. His replacement, he said, will continue to improve the schooling through a growing focus on an approach to education called personalized learning. “It’s a chance to look at every child’s unique learning style and make sure that the teacher is increasingly becoming the facilitator of a child’s learning as opposed to the one delivering the information,” said Jopson. “I think it’s got great potential. Technology is going to be a big piece of that.” The prospect of free time is not something the outgoing superintendent shies from. In retirement, Jopson hopes to use his skills as an administrator to help charitable organizations. He’s also looking forward to a chance to get outside, and spend a little time with his family. “These jobs as superintendent are full-on,” said Jopson. “It’s seven days a week often, and some long days. I’m looking forward to spending some time with (my wife), to a bit of travelling, to working at fitness and to playing a bit. . . . I’ve got two boys and never see enough of them either.” On Dec. 13, the school district will be putting on a concert in Jopson’s honour at West Vancouver’s Kay Meek Centre. The event, called With Thanks: A Night to Celebrate, a Gift of Music, will feature a number of student performances, with proceeds going towards supporting music programs in West Vancouver public schools. The focus on music is something that is particularly close to Jopson’s heart. He has long been an advocate for the arts, and music in particular. “I’m a great believer in a well-rounded child,” he said. “As much as we want our kids to be strong academically. . . . Life is about more than that.” For more information about the farewell concert, visit the school district website at www. sd45.bc.ca.

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Harvest Project set to move

Larger new location will save money and allow more programs Caitlin Dowling

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THE Harvest Project has found a way to remain provident during tough economical times, by moving to a new location. The new move, planned for Feb. 1, 2011, will bring the nonprofit organization to 1073 Roosevelt Cresc., North Vancouver — a money-saving option that still situates the Harvest Project at a central location for its causes. As executive director Gary Ansell told the North Shore News, the change will provide more than just new surroundings. “It’s cost effective in that less money has to go to operational expenses . . . monies that we would have had (to spend elsewhere) we can now apply into our services.” he said. “It’s significant enough for us to be doing the move.” Ansell estimates a saving of several thousands of dollars a year, all of which can be reinvested in vital services at the Harvest Project, and the expansion into new programs. The new location will also give the organization 2,500 square feet of extra space, which is giving the Harvest Project team many ideas for the future. Development officer Kevin Lee says one advantage of the Roosevelt location is that “the (new) space is quite flexible so we can anticipate arts programs, (and) other services” that are not currently a possibility due to size constrictions. TheHarvestProjecthasbeenhelpingtheNorthShorecommunity since 1993, offering helpful services and guidance for mental-health issues, family breakups and job loss among others. The project offers drop-in services and coaching programs to listen to clients and help them identify the issues they want to address. Once those issues have been established, clients make goal-setting appointments to actively work on these issues and get back on track. Last year, the Harvest provided more than 3,400 coaching and drop-in sessions to help families get back on their feet. It also distributes food and clothing to those in need.

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ACH year on Remembrance Day, we watch as fewer and fewer of the veterans from past conflicts parade at the Cenotaph while contemplating the sacrifices made by past generations. It’s a good thing that we do this for our veterans, but it’s not enough. When veterans come home, the worst of their fights should be behind them. But for too many, that’s just not the case. Veterans — including those of more recent, messy and less popular conflicts — need more than moral support. They also need the money of the disability pensions they’ve been promised. In the week leading up to Remembrance Day this year, Canadian vets and their supporters have rallied throughout the country to protest a move by the government to give

less money to soldiers wounded in Afghanistan than older vets have been entitled to. The move involves scrapping a previous lifetime pension plan for wounded veterans in favour of a potentially smaller lump-sum payment. Sadly, stories of veterans being treated less than respectfully aren’t uncommon. Former soldiers tell of having to repeatedly fight the bureaucracy to receive the benefits they are entitled to. A veteran of the 1991 Gulf War, Brian Dyck had to fight to have the Canadian government recognize the higher-than-usual rates of Lou Gehrig’s disease among those who had served in the war. He recently died of the disease. As Dyck himself said to the government, “If you are not willing to stand behind our troops, feel free to stand in front of them.”

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Open letter to CNV mayor and council: I live quite close to the City of North Vancouver siren and am saddened to hear that it is the subject of such controversy. My guess is you have heard a number of arguments for and against keeping the siren, but I would like to suggest some very personal reasons to let it stand. I hope you and council come to feel as I do. Born in 1972 and graduating from high school in 1990, I am a member of the last generation that grew up during the Cold War. Perhaps some look back now with fondness on the Reagan ’80s, but I remember movies such as Threads and The Day After, which showed only a NEWS photo Mike Wakeﬁeld small fraction of the horrors A City of North Vancouver crew removes the Victoria Park warning siren for of nuclear war. I remember refurbishment on Sept. 15. how tense things were during those times — with one Soviet leader after another rising to I marched with my mother, little brother and 100,000 other power, and ongoing regional conﬂicts in Africa, South America people. To this day that event remains the largest pro-peace and, of course, Afghanistan. march in Canadian history. But to say we were there out of Can you recall the Peace Walk sponsored by City of love for peace is only part of the issue. Really, we were there Vancouver council and the End the Arms Race? As a small child, out of fear. To me, this was a protest of common people against

tyranny and terror — the international oppression of all people under threat of nuclear arms. My classmates and I lived with a well-concealed, small and nagging terror that a nuclear war could take place at any time — that one day we might hear the mournful wail of the siren — and we would have just 30 minutes to say goodbye to this beautiful world and those we loved. I know we were not alone in this experience, as many generations before us felt the same way. From “duck-and-cover” drills in the late ’50s to the Cuban Missile Crisis in the ’60s, all of us, but especially children, lived with the quiet but abiding fear of nuclear war — which haunted our nighttime dreams. My last two years of high school — 1988-1990 — were a time of tremendous international change. Perestroika, glasnost, the fall of the Wall, freedom behind the Iron Curtain — and the sudden, glorious revelation that we were now free as well! Soviet weapons were retargeted and decommissioned. Weapons-grade plutonium and uranium were removed and recycled for power generation, and scientiﬁc and medical research. Truly, swords were being beaten into plowshares all over the world. From that point forward, no generation would be born to grow up and live with the prevailing fear and threat of nuclear arms. The countdown to midnight was over — the curse lifted. Finally, we could breathe free. Perhaps enough time has passed that we no longer remember the burden of this fear. For that I am glad — let it never return! But that really is the heart of the matter. Every year, we set Nov. 11 aside to pay our respects to the Canadian and Allied men and women, worldwide, who sacriﬁced so much for our See Let’s page 9

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Liberating the Netherlands “More than 800 Canadian soldiers died in battle in Belgium.MostdiedinSeptember and October of 1944 while liberating the region of Flanders . . . and the northern suburbs of Antwerp. In addition, more than 7,600 Canadian soldiers died during the liberation of the Netherlands, many while helping free the Scheldt estuary and opening up the port of Antwerp for shipping.” Veterans Affairs Canada

Hundreds of the soldiers who fought and died in those 1944 battles were, like north Vancouver veteran denis KirkpatrickCrockett, members of the regina rifles regiment. Like many other young Canadian men of the times, Rifleman K54621 Crockett had enlisted with the regiment in 1942 straight out of high school, to begin training. Originally known as the South Saskatchewan Regiment, the Regina Rifles was one of eight Canadian regiments that supplied 5,000 of 6,100 troops to the ill-fated Raid on Dieppe on August 19, 1942. During that battle, the Royal Canadian Air Force lost 13 aircraft and 10 pilots. The British RAF lost 106 aircraft and 81 airmen.

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Elizabeth James In total, there were more than 3,300 casualties, 1,000 taken prisoner, and 907 Canadian fatalities. Said to have been caused by confused intelligence in the ﬁeld and some delayed troop arrivals, the disastrous battle would go down in the history books as the largest Canadian single-day personnel loss of the Second World War. Despite the absence of the instant communications we have today, the people of Canada must have been more than aware of the ongoing high casualty counts. So it may be hard for our generation of youth to grasp the level of patriotism that inspired so many thousands of Canadian families to join Allied Forces in the war effort. Whatever his reasons for enlisting, the memories Crockett shared in our conversation were surprisingly calm when one considers the

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conditions under which they were born, and the effect of the war on his life. Told as they came to mind, rather than in strict sequence of the campaign as it unfolded, Crockett’s story began under cover of darkness in the England of September 1944. “We were three small ships — not much more than boats really — lying abreast on the English coast at Newhaven,” he remembered. “We were a mixed lot, Canadians, Welshmen, and some Poles. Most of us had been stiﬂed below and anxious to get up on deck. We sat there for a while; each of us alone with our thoughts; not talking; just thinking about what lay ahead. “And then a Welshman on one of the boats began to sing. Very quietly, he was singing ‘Lili Marlene’; and pretty soon, all of us joined in and sang — some in German, others in English; Poles even sang it in Polish. “Not much was said after that; we all went below to our bunks, and sometime during the night we sailed for France.” At that point, Crockett broke away from his thoughts and we just chatted for a while; but he had awakened my own memories of singing

that gentle love song. Written in 1915 by German soldier Hans Leip, the First World War poem was set to music by Norbert Schultze, and became the signature song of the troops on both sides of the 1939-45 war. “What I know about music is that a piano has white keys and black keys,” said Crockett, “I sit somewhere between — in the cracks,” he laughed. “But music is a great leveller, we all sang that song.” That thought led Crockett into darker but equally poignant memories: “Our job was to assist in the liberation of the Netherlands which had been under the boot of German forces since the start of the war in 1939,” he explained. “Beginning in late September and on through October, we were under orders to clear the enemy strongholds along the Leopold Canal on the northern boundary between Belgium and Holland.” Crockett described how Canadian troops were under continual attack as they were forced to travel along the dykes because the Germans

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WEST Vancouver secondary was evacuated Wednesday when the school’s roof caught fire during renovations. Staff set off the fire alarm at about noon after workers performing seismic upgrades on the roof noticed smoke pouring from a wall where they were working. Students and faculty poured out onto the campus’s main field and waited for emergency services. West Vancouver firefighters quickly got the blaze under control, but didn’t allow anyone back inside until they were confident the fire was fully extinguished and that the facility had been properly ventilated. Staff and students re-entered the facility a couple of hours later, at which point they had a short lunch before resuming

classes. No one was injured in the incident. “The evacuation . . . went really smoothly,” said West Vancouver superintendent Geoff Jopson. “We had 1,500 kids at the school, so it’s a bit of a task. . . . A ﬁre at a school during the school day is very unusual, as you can imagine.” The event comes at the end of a dramatic few weeks for West Vancouver secondary. On Oct. 19, West Vancouver police and a private security ﬁrm mounted patrols of the school while a large number of students stayed home after a threatening message was found scrawled on a wall on campus. Ten days later, police were back again to arrest a 15-year-old student who, in an unrelated incident, allegedly stabbed another young man multiple times in an area near the edge of campus. The suspected assailant is facing criminal charges. The victim is expected to fully recover. “We’re hopeful that this is the end of it, and school, as much as possible, will get back to normal and get back to learning again,” said Jopson. “I won’t say it hasn’t been upsetting — it has been — but we’re trying to move forward.”

What duty of care is owed special needs? From page 1

Canada as an intervenor in the case, said Moore’s case is extremely important for students with learning disabilities across Canada. At the heart of the case is what responsibility the school system bears to help special needs children succeed. “It’s a very important systemic issue,” said Heneleff. The recent decision marks the latest chapter in a 13-year struggle for the Moores, who won a victory from B.C. Human Rights Tribunal in 2005. In that decision, the tribunal concluded the North Vancouver school district and the province were guilty of discrimination by not doing enough to help Jeff Moore with his dyslexia. But the province appealed, and a later B.C. Supreme Court ruling by Justice Janice Dillon in 2008 reversed the decision, concluding that neither the local school nor the provincial Ministry of Education could be faulted for the way they tried to help Moore when he was a student in the early 1990s. As a young child, Moore struggled for several years while attending North Vancouver’s Braemar elementary. At the time, the North Vancouver school district had recently closed a special program that previously offered intensive remediation to students with learning disabilities.

Eventually, his parents pulled him out of the public school system, hired tutors and put him in Kenneth Gordon school, a private school that specializes in helping students with learning disabilities. While Moore’s dyslexia dramatically improved after he was placed in the expensive private school, the judge ruled the school district had done what it could to provide help for Moore. In a split decision Oct. 29, the B.C. Court of Appeal upheld that decision, with Justice Richard Low and Justice Mary Saunders concluding the school district had taken reasonable steps to identify Jeffrey Moore’s learning disability and address his needs. Those judges said efforts to help Moore “cannot be measured against a standard of perfection.” The dissenting justice, Ann Rowles, didn’t agree, writing that the school district should have done more to see that Jeffrey was able to get the benefit of a public education that all students are entitled to. She said human rights laws “require not merely that the complainant be accorded some accommodation, but that the accommodation provided be sufficient to allow meaningful access to the benefit in question.” Moore said the dissenting judge’s comments give him hope that the issue will be important enough to be heard by Canada’s top court. He added he doesn’t think it’s too much to ask the school system to teach a child to read.

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Saxton clariﬁes Swiss transfer Dear Editor: Last week, it was reported that, 17 years ago, I processed a transfer of funds into the Credit Suisse Lausanne account of a Canadian, known only as Taxpayer X, who has recently confessed to hiding funds in order to avoid taxes. According to court documents, the scheme was devised by an adviser from another ﬁrm, who directed Taxpayer X to make a transfer through Credit Suisse. Taxpayer X was never a client of Credit Suisse Canada. The documentation also shows that I cosigned a release of funds for transfer, which is standard banking practice and was one of my duties. I did not open this bank account nor do I know the identity of Taxpayer X. My primary function was to help build the Canadian wealth management business which was managed out of Toronto. The

main product we were marketing was a mutual fund investing in global equities and bonds. These accounts were maintained in Canada. The Vancouver ofﬁce also acted as a representative ofﬁce for Credit Suisse worldwide. This meant the bank assisted clients with liaising with other branches, which in some cases meant transferring funds between branches. According to court documents, the Canada Revenue Agency does not allege any wrongdoing by anyone who dealt with the transfer, other than Taxpayer X himself. I strongly condemn any Canadian who does not pay his or her taxes. Andrew Saxton Member of Parliament for North Vancouver

Let’s not forget the lessons of the Cold War

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present peace and security. I am a former soldier, like my father before me, and much of our family, going back through the generations. Knowing what I know, I sometimes ﬁnd myself avoiding the cenotaph. Often, I cannot bear to look at it. If I gaze too long, my heart sinks and tears begin to rise from the corners of my eyes. War is horror and hell, and each year on Nov. 11 we give thanks to those who bore it for us. The cenotaph is a constant and solemn reminder of all that was lost to keep us safe and free. But I ask you, lest we forget the Cold War: What about those who served in Korea and in a number of NATO missions during these times? Little mention is ever made of them or the sacriﬁces they made. So many struggled, for so long, to maintain our peace and security, and we were handed victory in 1990. Are we to forget these people who gave so much? They say those who forget history are condemned to repeat it. Two world wars brought civilization to the edge of chaos, and a third might well have extinguished the human race. So I say to you and council that the siren should certainly stay as a solemn reminder of the Cold War and those who gave so much

to keep us safe. Let it stand as a reminder of the children who cowered under their desks in the ’50s, of the sleepless nuclear terror we faced in 1962, of all the regional wars and ﬂashpoints, of the arms race of the ’70s and of the space-based weapons program of the ’80s. Let it stand for those who kept the peace. Let it stand for those who marched for peace. Let it stand for those who took hammer, pickaxe and bare hands to tear down the Berlin Wall. Let it stand for the people oppressed, tortured and killed under communism. Let it stand for Nobel Peace Prize winner Mikhail Gorbachev, who had the good sense to set his people free. Let it stand as a bold and enduring reminder to future generations of how we stood at the brink of annihilation, lest we forget. But most of all, let it stand for my two small children, and others like them. Let it stand so they never come to know the nightmare fear we felt. Let it stand, so as a society, we collectively say “Never again!” to the threat of nuclear war. Let it stand for hard-won peace. Jeff Stuart North Vancouver

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had destroyed all the bridges in an effort to slow the progress of Allied troops toward Antwerp, the second largest port in Europe. “Casualties were heavy,” he said.“We lost around 10 per cent of our division. We’d had little to no sleep for 18 days, so when we moved away from the canal carrying all our gear toward one of the small villages and heard someone playing classical music, we just sat right there in the muck and listened.

“We had nothing left; we were like zombies.” When nudged to describe the state of the villages being liberated, and I mentioned I had heard stories about the people of Holland eating tulip bulbs for food, Crockett replied with a burst of information: “They ate grass, too,” he said. “They had no shoes, little food, no clothing. They’d been under curfew since 1939 and with only a few bicycles for transportation, they were shot if they stayed out beyond curfew. The farmers were a little better off, but people in the larger centres suffered the most because they couldn’t get out until they were liberated by the Allied troops.” Reticent to focus on his own experience, Crockett said only that he was wounded during the night of Oct. 2627, 1944. Whatever the injuries, they were serious enough to land him on one of the many troop hospital ships that returned him and hundreds of other wounded to England. Crockett was treated in Military Hospital #22 at Camp Bramshott on the Surrey-Hampshire border,

until he was well enough to be returned to Shaughnessy Hospital in Vancouver and, eventually, to the G.F. Strong rehabilitation centre. “I made it out of there just in time to enrol in university in September of 1945,” Crockett said in parting.

••• The following information comes from Veterans Affairs Canada: Those Canadians who fought in Belgium achieved and sacriﬁced much in their efforts to help bring peace and freedom to the people of Europe. These combatants were among the more than one million men and women who served in Canada’s Armed Forces during the Second World War. More than 42,000 Canadians died. Most of the Canadians who gave their lives in the Allied effort to liberate Belgium are buried in the following military cemeteries: Adegem Canadian War Cemetery: 848; Brussels Town Cemetery: 74; Heverlee War Cemetery, Louvain: 157; Hotton War Cemetery: 88 and Schoonselhof Cemetery in Antwerp: 348 rimco@shaw.ca

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Veterans Cullis Lancaster and Victor Spencer ﬂank District of West Vancouver Mayor Pam Goldsmith-Jones. The annual Second World War Veterans’ Lunch was held at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, Oct. 23, and saw more than 60 veterans from the army, navy and air force, and their guests attend. On hand to entertain on piano was the guest of honour, District of West Vancouver Mayor Pam Goldsmith-Jones, as well as live band The Men In Black, who played big band music from the 1940s.

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A North Vancouverbased residential design firm is showcasing some of its finest work abroad, at a high-end development in Moscow, Russia. For the past five years, Synthesis Design has been working on the interiors of 15 homes that are part of the 550-house Novye Veshki subdivision. The project co-ordinator, a North Shore resident, approached Synthesis after hearing about it at a local party. “He made an appointment to meet with us and that was basically the end of it; he hired us within the next day. That

was pretty impressive, he was impressed with us, we were impressed with him,” says Lynda Krahn, lead designer at the firm. The development — modelled after a Calgary subdivision — features wood-frame construction, which was unheard of in Moscow, says Krahn. “Timber is a natural resource in Russia, (so) they really felt it would fly. They took the North American housing complex . . . all these new homes, and they created a community.” A Street of Dreams featuring display homes was created to market to the Russian clientele. Krahn and her design team were given complete control over five homes, and were told to choose a different theme for each.

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THERE is an abundance of leaves this time of year. Consider buying a compost box speciﬁcally for leaves or use them as mulch under trees and shrubs. up your waste, but that would be rude as well as lazy. You could dump them into your local forest, but that would be illegal as well as rude and lazy. Instead, here are some easy, civilized, productive and legal ways to deal with fallen leaves. Consider buying or building a compost bin speciﬁcally for leaves. If you are a resident of the City or District of North Vancouver or the District of West Vancouver, you can purchase a backyard composter and compost aerating tool

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build it up uniformly by ﬁlling soft areas with more leaves to build up the pile in even levels. Advanced leaf mould builders add some lawn clippings, green plant stalks or 20-0-0 to every second level to speed up decomposition. The nitrogen from the grass clippings, plant stalks or the fertilizer will feed naturally occurring bacteria that break down the leaves. Worms, centipedes, sow bugs and beetles may also inhabit the pile and help with decomposition. Leave the pile to sit for at least six months to a year, depending on individual decomposition rates and personal cooking preference. There is no need to aerate this type of compost pile but it should be watered regularly during dry weather. The resulting product is a black

looking, sweet smelling bit of earthy goodness that will enrich the garden when used as mulch or soil amendment. Rhododendrons, camellias and azaleas are particularly fond of leaf mould and their growth and ﬂowering responds accordingly. An interesting side note to dealing with leaves and green waste in the garden: 11,185 tonnes of yard trimmings were collected across the North Shore in 2009, according to the North Shore Recycling Program. Way to go North Shore recyclers. That’s an impressive amount of recycling, especially when you consider that 10 or 15 years ago that amount of green waste went to the dump. stmajor@shaw.ca.

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Regular checkups key to car health

AN annual physical is a good idea for each member of your family, including your family vehicle.

Car Care Canada recommends not waiting for that first cold snap to book an appointment with your service technician to install your winter tires, have your battery, antifreeze, fuel and ignition systems, headlights and other key components checked. Winter tires are a must Don’t be caught off guard by the first snowstorm or a quick drop in temperature! The rubber compound of a winter tire is relatively soft, so it retains its elasticity for much longer. Check your tire treads and pressure, which are crucial when driving on ice and snow. Cooling system As strange as it sounds, your cooling system is one of the most important things to watch in your vehicle during the wintertime. There are two things — the concentration of coolant, and the amount. In most parts of Canada, a 50/50 mix of coolant and water keeps the coolant from freezing, lubricates the water pump, and protects the cooling system from corrosion. In very cold areas, it may be necessary to increase the concentration of coolant, but never more than 70 per cent coolant to 30 per cent water. Also, coolant should be flushed and refilled at least every two years in most vehicles. Heaters, defrosters and wipers Wiper blades that are cracked or torn, or that chatter, streak and don’t properly clean your windshield should be replaced. Some

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KEEP close tabs on tire inflation, fluid levels and wiper blade conditions. manufacturers offer special winter blades that have a rubber boot covering the arm assembly to keep snow and ice out. When changing the blades, have the windshield wiper system nozzles cleaned and adjusted if necessary, and check the windshield washer reservoir in case it needs fluid. Check battery and charging system for optimum performance Very cold temperatures will reduce a vehicle’s

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battery power so it’s important to keep the connections clean, tight and corrosion-free. Unfortunately, batteries don’t always give warning signs before they fail completely. If your vehicle’s battery is more than three years old, it’s wise to replace it. When choosing a replacement, make sure the new one has adequate capacity for your exact make and model. Change your oil

Check the owner’s manual to see if your conditions are considered “severe” — you drive in stop-and-go traffic, in mountainous terrain, or other conditions that increase wear and tear on your vehicle. If so, have the oil changed accordingly, usually every 5,000-8,000 kilometres. Have your automotive service technician check the fuel, air and transmission filters at the same time. Always consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual. Keep your gas tank at least half full This tip limits condensation in your tank and reduces gas-line freezing. Adding a little gas-line antifreeze every second fill-up will also help prevent gas-line freezing. If you’re due for a tune-up, have it done before winter sets in. Winter magnifies existing problems such as pings, hard starts, sluggish performance or rough idling. A routine tune-up will restore a vehicle back to its normal operating state, and contribute to the overall efficiency of the engine and emissions system. Check the brakes This braking system is the vehicle’s most important safety item and brakes are a normal wear item that sooner or later will need to be replaced. Check the exhaust system for carbon monoxide leaks Leaks can be especially dangerous during winter when windows are closed. Regular exhaust system checks are critical to maintain a safe vehicle. Pack an emergency kit This is crucial if you get stranded, especially during a storm. Include an ice scraper and snow brush, jumper cables, flashlight, flares, blanket, extra clothes, candles/matches, bottled water, dry food snacks and needed medication.

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Get a grip with the right winter tires

THE North Shore’s roadways are about to get hit by old man winter, and motorists should be getting ready by changing over to winter tires or trying to decide if winter tires are right for them.

The Rubber Association of Canada, which represents tire makers, wants Canadian drivers to know that today’s winter tires offer motorists significant traction and handling advantages in all cold weather driving compared to allseason or conventional summer tires. They do this because their rubber compounds are designed to maintain their elasticity at temperatures as cold as -30C and lower. This superior flexibility, which kicks in when temperatures fall below 7C, means drivers gain greater traction and control, particularly when cornering or braking. “Advances in winter technology are causing more drivers to make the switch to winter tires with each passing year, and this is good news from a safety perspective because winter tires definitely enhance driver control”, said Glenn Maidment, president of the association, in a release. “The question motorists should be asking today is whether winter tires are right for them and, if so, which winter tire is best suited to their specific driving patterns. Consumers can get the answers they need about winter tires by visiting

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betiresmart.ca or by talking to a tire professional.” All-season tires can provide safe allweather performance, but drivers need to know that winter tires deliver up to 50 per cent more winter traction. Motorists are also advised to use winter tires in all wheel positions. Installing winter tires on only the front or rear axle positions can create a serious traction imbalance that can result in loss of control, particularly when cornering or braking or making an avoidance manoeuvre. When shopping for winter tires, consumers should be mindful of the universal symbol of a true winter tire, the “three-peak mountain snowflake”, which is stamped on the sidewall. Tires with this distinctive symbol meet or exceed snow traction performance established by the tire industry. Another winter tire shopping tip is to have your tires installed earlier rather than later at your local tire retailer to avoid long line-ups. Another winter driving safety essential is proper tire inflation, which is harder to maintain in winter because of greater temperature fluctuations. Every five-degree decrease in temperature results in a loss of about one psi in air pressure. A temperature drop of 15 degrees, for example, which can happen frequently in winter, typically results in 10 per cent under-inflation. Under-inflated tires have a smaller

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footprint, which weakens their grip. The result is diminished braking and handling characteristics, along with higher fuel bills due to increased rolling resistance. Tire makers recommend that motorists measure and, if necessary, adjust their tire pressures to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendation once a month using a reliable tire gauge. Visual inspections are no substitute for a proper gauge. Tires can be underinﬂated by as much as 25 per cent and still appear visually to be properly inﬂated. Winter tire owners should also be aware that excessive tread wear can diminish traction. Tread depth should always be inspected at the start of the winter driving season. A visit to tire retailer will tell drivers if their tires are overly worn. When deciding what tires to install, ask yourself the following questions: ■ Do I drive on icy or snowy roads? ■ Do I have to use your vehicle every day, regardless of the weather? ■ Do I drive off main streets and roads in winter? ■ Do I drive early in the morning or late at night in winter? ■ Do I drive nearly the same speed regardless of the temperature? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, winter tires may be right for you. Talk to your tire dealer about your driving habits and what kind of conditions you drive in and what kind of winter tires are best suited for you.

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“You’ll always get these Paciﬁc systems which will kick out the cold air and it will rain and it will be a soppy wet kind of a situation,” says Phillips. “It’s not as if the snow will arrive at Christmas and leave at Easter.” Either way, it’s best to be prepared and that means getting a shovel, salt, tire chains and whatever else you might need. “The season is very short but there’s no question about it — for drivers, for pedestrians, for homeowners, you’re not geared to it like the rest of Canadians. Some people don’t even own snow shovels, they just wait for the snow to melt.”

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WINTER can be a drag. Monitor your fatigue level, slow down and plan for shorter daylight hours.

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WHILE we are not quite into full winter weather, the BCAA Trafﬁc Safety Foundation says that there are many changes at this time of year that drivers and pedestrians need to be aware of, especially when it comes to the changing season and the end of Daylight Savings Time.

“Fall is the time of year when we experience changes in the weather that make road use more dangerous,” says Allan Lamb, executive director of the foundation, in a release. “Several factors come into play with trafﬁc safety at this time of year. Trafﬁc is heavier because more people choose to drive their cars in colder weather. The time change affects our ability to focus during the drive home

commute. Winter clothing tends to be dark coloured and not easily seen during darker days. Lower temperatures and less sun make road conditions slippery and wet forcing drivers to adjust their driving after several months of driving on dry roads.” A week after Halloween most communities in B.C. will turn their clocks back one hour when Daylight Savings Time comes to an end. Time changes reﬂect a change in

social clocks not biological ones and studies show that our circadian rhythms (body clocks) are not good at adjusting to time changes naturally. We may feel like we’ve gained an extra hour of sleep, but by the end of the ﬁrst Monday after the time change, we are feeling tired. Fatigue can impair brain and body functions See Studies page 28

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as much as alcohol does. A groggy driver is a dangerous driver and groggy pedestrians can easily put themselves at risk. Studies indicate that the lack of daylight during the evening commute home often sees an increased number of trafﬁc related deaths and serious injuries. The BCAA Trafﬁc Safety Foundation offers some suggestions to help drivers and pedestrians stay safe: For drivers ■ Slow down — The faster you travel the longer it will take to stop. Give yourself more time to react to a situation by driving 10 km/h

slower and allow more time to reach your destination. ■ Reduce speed in rain — Heavy rains after a prolonged dry spell tend to bring oil to the surface of the road and create large pools making roads slick and making vehicles susceptible to hydroplaning. ■ Stop — Come to a full stop at designated intersections then proceed slowly. ■ Slippery road surfaces — Fallen leaves retain large amounts of water and can create a slippery surface that can be just as treacherous as patches of ice. Drive slowly through them and avoid hard or panic braking. ■ Turn your headlights on — most daytime running light

systems don’t automatically illuminate the taillights. ■ Windows — Wipe away snow or frost, defrost interior and change windshield wiper blades before their effectiveness is reduced. ■ Watch for children — Reduce your speed in residential areas and around schools and parks. Children often dart out from between parked cars or into intersections. ■ Do not drive while impaired — Fatigue is a form of impairment. Get plenty of sleep and if you’ve consumed alcohol or drugs, ﬁnd alternate transportation such as a designated driver, taxi or transit.

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THINK SUSTAINABLY during Ocean Wise Month in November See story PAGE 31

YOUR NORTH SHORE GUIDE to EXCEPTIONAL CUISINE

Taking down the Double Down

Deana Lancaster dlancaster@nsnews.com

THE end is near.

No, it’s not the end of the world (predicted to occur two years from now, in December 2012, by the Mayan calendar). It’s nearly the end of the Double Down in Canada. The stacked “sandwich” — made with two fried chicken breasts instead of a bun — arrived in this country on Oct. 18, but it came only with carry-on luggage because it wasn’t staying long. The last day to get this cardiologist’s nightmare is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 14. I consider myself something of a culinary adventurer, and the Double Down is a gastronomic enterprise the likes of which we don’t see much on the health-conscious West Coast. You might think I’d have lined up for a bite on the ﬁrst day, but no, I put it off. I had Champagne dinners to attend, wine seminars, in-store demo tastings at Costco . . . anything to avoid eating the Double Down. I did follow its arrival with interest; after all, it’s KFC’s most successful sandwich in the company’s history — selling more than 10 million in less than a month in the U.S., according to an October press release. In this country we didn’t seem as keen. An Ipsos Reid poll conducted on behalf

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KFC’S controversial Double Down — a sandwich constructed with chicken breasts instead of a bun — is only available until Sunday. of KFC Canada found that fewer than half of respondents said they wanted to try it. Of the approximately 1,100 adults polled, 90 per cent said they thought other Canadians would give it a try. Only 45 per cent said they would “take down the Double Down.” So I took bewildered note when, after two weeks in Canada, KFC proclaimed the double-decker its most successful new menu item ever, with sales expected to top 350,000 sandwiches by the end of October. Canadians are eating it — especially in Alberta and Manitoba, according to the company. I couldn’t ignore the Double Down any longer. I needed some support, so with time running out, I enlisted my dad to give it a go with me. We picked up the sandwiches and brought them home. Once snugly wrapped, greasy paper was peeled back we found it — smaller than expected, but no less intimidating — two thick

wedges of chicken breast (coated in the Colonel’s secretrecipe batter and pressure fried, naturally) bookending two slices of bacon, two squares of processed pepper jack cheese and a “special” sauce. According to KFC, Double Down has “so much 100 per cent premium seasoned chicken,” they “didn’t have room for a bun.” Without one, it’s awkward to hold. I refolded the paper and wrapped my hands around it. Aside from the extra grease imparted from chicken rather than bread, it’s a strange sensation to manhandle boneless meat, especially in front of my dad. I was raised on the notion that only fried chicken with bones is appropriate to pick up. Everything else needs a knife and fork. I took a bite. The ﬁrst taste isn’t bad, especially if you’re a fan of those 11 herbs and spices. The chicken is juicy, and there’s plenty of it; the bacon is smoky, it isn’t over-sauced.

But as I got further, it soon became apparent: the Double Down is a salt bomb. The chicken is salty, the bacon is salty, even the cheese seems to incur that unmistakable drying effect. I reached for a glass of water, and then another one. In fact, it is the sodium that has nutritionists most worried about the infamous offering. The sandwich has 540 calories and 30 g of fat — which is actually less than many competing chains’ deluxe fast food sandwiches. But it has a whopping 1,740 milligrams of sodium. Health Canada places an adult’s recommended daily salt intake at around 1,500 milligrams. Mind you, if you only intend to have one meal a day, the Double Down might offer the most cluck for your buck: just under $7 gets you all the fat and salt you need for a day and a half. You better move fast though; you’ve got four days to take it down, and then it’s gone. Thank goodness.

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Celebrity Chef Cooking Classes: The Arts Club Theatre Company will host the 10th anniversary of this fundraiser until Nov. 22. The event combines cooking instructions by renowned Vancouver chefs with wine at private homes around the city. Each three-hour class begins with a glass of bubbly followed by the creation of a threecourse meal. The chefs for 2010’s fall classes are: tonight, Nov. 10, Alain Rayé from La Relegadé; Nov. 16, Jeremie Bastien from Boneta and Nov. 22, Tina Fineza from Flying Tiger. Admission: $125, call 604-687-5315, ext. 248 or www.artsclub.com. Paris at Pastis: Bistro Pastis will feature three-course menus for $45 inspired by Barbara-Jo McIntosh’s book Cooking for Me and Sometimes You, A Parisienne Romance. This week’s menu focuses on mushrooms and is available until Nov. 14. Bistro Pastis is located at 2153 West Fourth Ave., Vancouver. Call 604731-5020 for information. Black Bear Cubs Rehabilitation Fundraiser: Throughout the month of November the Black Bear Pub at 1177 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver will donate $.25 from a sleeve and $.50 from a pitcher of Black Bear Ale purchased towards bear cub rehabilitation at the Critter Care Wildlife Society. See more page 30

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Lonsdale at Keith, North Vancouver Timing: 10:45am – 11:15am (approximately) The parade forms up on East Keith Rd at Chesterﬁeld and marches on to the Cenotaph prior to the Service. Upon completion of the Service the parade reforms at Lonsdale at East 12th and marches to the 6th Field Engineers (JP Fell) Armoury. For program guide visit www.northshoreveteranscouncil.ca For more info call Bob Maley 604-313-7847 or Ross Gulkison 604-984-4406

LaStella. Tickets: $120. Reservations: 604-642-2900. Arts-U-Nite: A wine tasting and art auction, Sunday, Nov. 21, 7 p.m. at Seymour Art Gallery, 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. Wine expert and author of Okanagan Wine Tour Guide, John Schreiner will be on hand to suggest wine selections. There will also be the opportunity to purchase art by North Shore artists in live and silent auctions. Art work up for auction will be on display from Nov. 16-21. Admission: $35 which includes a souvenir wine glass and three tasting tickets. All proceeds beneﬁt the Seymour Art Gallery. Info: 604-924-1378 or www.seymourartgallery. com. Family Services of the North Shore Fundraiser: After having a meal at a North Vancouver location of Boston Pizza you can donate to

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Family Services of the North Shore by entering your bill in the sponsorship binder. Boston Pizza will donate 10 per cent of each bill collected to FSNS. Boston Pizza has two North Shore locations at 1078 Marine Dr. and 88 Chesterfield Ave. Plugged-in Tour: The Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts has launched a chef instructor-led walking tour of Granville Island every Friday at 10 a.m. Savour the wares of the market’s many artisans, farmers and food purveyors. Tour includes a PICA canvas tote, a to-go coffee or tea and a pastry. Fee: $40. A buffet style lunch from Bistro 101 can be added to the tour for and additional $25, add a B.C. wine flight for an additional $40. Info and reservations: www.picachef. com or 604-734-4488. Raincity Grill — Market Mondays: Four-course meals complete with wine pairings and food entertainment from Executive Chef Robert Clark featuring products from local suppliers. The last Monday of every month. Cost: $65 per person includes wine. Located at 1193 Denman St., Vancouver. Reservations and more information: 604-6857337. www.raincitygrill.com. — Compiled by Debbie Caldwell

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NOVEMBER is for remembrance, and in recent years it’s also the month we tolerate unsightly facial hair to raise awareness for prostate cancer.

November is important for another crucial cause as well: it’s Ocean Wise month. For the last five years, consumers across B.C. and, more increasingly, across the country, are noticing a circular icon with a fish in the centre alongside their favourite seafood dish at restaurants, campus cafeterias, and retailers. This is the Ocean Wise symbol, an icon designed to help consumers easily identify sustainable seafood options. If your favourite menu item or seafood product has an Ocean Wise symbol next to it you can enjoy it guilt-free, knowing the Ocean Wise logo is the trusted symbol of ocean-friendly choices. The program was launched by the Vancouver Aquarium, and identifies seafood as Ocean Wise based on four main requirements: 1. It is abundant and resilient to fishing pressure. 2. It is managed as part of a comprehensive plan based on current research. 3. It is harvested in ways that limit bycatch of other, possibly, endangered species. 4. It is harvested in ways that limit damage to ocean habitats.

In a recent press release, Mike McDermid, Ocean Wise partner relations manager said it’s a simple equation. “Overfishing is taking out more fish from the ocean than the ocean can sustainably produce.” It is the No. 1 threat to our oceans today. With the support of industry partners — including restaurants, food services, retail outlets and suppliers — The Vancouver Aquarium has lead the initiative to ensure the health of our oceans, one sustainable seafood choice at a time. In cities across Canada, consumers are now able to find the most sustainable seafood options simply by looking for the Ocean Wise symbol. There are several ways that you can participate in Ocean Wise month. ■ Eat: Visit www.oceanwise.ca and check out the searchable map of partner restaurants, grocery stores and caterers. Find one near you and enjoy. ■ Cook: The Ocean Wise Cookbook: Seafood Recipes That Are Good for the Planet is now available. The book offers a mouthwatering collection of the best Canadian sustainable seafood recipes, which you can try at home. ■ Speak: If your favorite seafood restaurant doesn’t know about the Ocean Wise Program, tell them what you know. The Ocean Wise program relies on consumers knowing and understanding the value of choosing sustainable seafood products. Becoming a partner is easy, point any interested new partner towards our website, oceanwise.ca to find out how. ■ Share: with your family, friends and co-workers. The more people who know

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Expect good manners at home From page 19 And it cuts both ways, good and bad. I know a single woman who was always told that she would never attract a man, and she didn’t. A teenager who was told since she was little that she was clumsy, and today she doesn’t even trust herself to handle breakables. It’s up to us to set the standards and let our children know what we expect from them. If we never teach them but become exasperated when they let us down, it’s not their fault. They cannot automatically know how to behave without the guidelines. Manners are often one area of controversy between parents and their children. We take them to a family dinner or to a proper sit-down restaurant and are appalled by their behaviour. But how are they supposed to know how to behave in social situations if we haven’t taught them at home and let them know what we expect. If we want our children to meet our expectations we need to express them. Firstly, expect a level of manners at home. This will vary by the age of the child but should still be in place and start when they are young. So tell them what you expect. Secondly, model what you expect. If you sit at the dinner table checking your email on your smart phone, talk only to your spouse and ignore the kids, or reach across the table for food then you need to understand that this is what your kids think you expect of them as well. Thirdly, teach them. When you are eating together tell them what is expected. Show them how to behave. If you are going to a

family dinner or restaurant, let them know what you expect from them. Tell them what’s going to happen. Prepare them for the event. Manners at mealtime are, of course, only one example. If your kids are exhibiting behaviours or attitudes that are driving you nuts, take a look at what’s going on. Did they learn it by watching you? Have you told them (without screaming or lecturing) what you expect and why, and do you model this behaviour? Are there any consequences when they let you down or do you simply roll your eyes in exasperation? The age and developmental level of a child plays a signiﬁcant role in this process. With toddlers you understand that they simply can’t sit still at the table for long so you don’t call them to the table until their plate is completely ready. If you are at a restaurant, you may order and then take them for a walk. As they get older you ask more of them until they can comport themselves in a way that meets the expectations of your family. Be clear with yourself what you expect from your children. Adjust according to their age and ability, model and teach the behavior and if they let you down make sure there is a consequence to their choice. They want to meet our expectations but we need to let them know what we expect. Kathy Lynn is a professional speaker, broadcaster, columnist and author of Who’s In Charge Anyway? How Parents Can Teach Children to Do the Right Thing. For information or to book Kathy for a speaking engagement, go to her website at www.ParentingToday.ca.

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Storytime Fun: A program of stories, songs and puppets with a focus on pre-reading skills, for ages three to ﬁve, Wednesdays, 1:30-2 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine

Dr. For more information call 604-925-7408 or email www. westvanlibrary.ca. Toddler Storytime: Drop-in for children ages two to three years old from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. at the North Vancouver

City Library, 120 West 14th St. Toddletales: Free drop-in storytime for kids ages 24-36 months, Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at the Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Registration is not

required. For more information email alli@nvdpl.ca. Toddletales: Free drop-in storytime for kids ages 24-36 months, Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver.

Free. Registration is not required. Info: alli@nvdpl.ca. — Compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email information for your non-proﬁt, by donation or nominal fee event to listings@ nsnews.com.

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NOTICE is hereby given by the City of North Vancouver that a Public Hearing will be held on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2010 at 7:00 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 amendments to “Zoning Bylaw, 1995, No. 6700”.

Bylaw No. 8116 - 362 East 12th Street To rezone Lot 14, Block 76, D.L. 550, Plan 1450, as indicated on the sketch, located at 362 East 12th Street. The amendment to “Zoning Bylaw, 1995, No. 6700” will have the effect of reclassifying the said property FROM:

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to permit the subdivision of the existing lot into two equal parcels with a single family house on each of the lots. An accessory secondary suite is proposed for the easternmost site on the corner of Ridgeway Avenue and East 12th Street. Parking of two one-car garages and two uncovered parking spaces is provided with access off the lane. APPLICANT: A. ELAHI & H. BEHMANESH/ARC HOMES INC.

Bylaw No. 8122 - Density Provisions for Higher Energy Performance - Residential Four Storeys and Under Bylaw No. 8122 proposes to reduce the energy use and related GHG emissions resulting from new residential buildings four storeys and under. This reduction of energy use would be achieved by adding density provisions to the Zoning Bylaw. The proposed amendment to the Zoning Bylaw would not increase the total density that could be achieved on any lot. However, buildings that exceed a minimum density threshold would be required to meet or exceed the EnerGuide 80 energy standard rather than meeting the EnerGuide 77 energy standard which is currently cited in the B.C. Building Code. Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 8122 would affect all parcels in the RS-1, RS-2 and RS-3 (One-Unit) Zones, the RT-1 and RT-2 (Two-Unit) Zones, the RG-1 (Garden Apartment) Zone, the RM-1 (Medium Density Apartment) Zone and any related CD zones for residential uses four storeys and under. 5%$AC4?<%@ C%CA@& CB*$<C%$& <% 2;<7"<%@? ?;!!#A=? =>C .<=&)? <'!7C'C%=4=<#% #B =>C Community Energy and Emissions Plan (CEEP) and its commitment to meeting the GHG emissions reduction targets in the +#&%!,0 $-//'.!(" )0,.* APPLICANT: THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NORTH VANCOUVER

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Bylaw No. 8111 - 788 Copping Street To rezone Lot 1, 17 & 18, D.L. 2654 and 265, Plan 8766 & LMP45092, as indicated on the sketch, located at 788 Copping Street. The amendment to “Zoning Bylaw, 1995, No. 6700” will have the effect of reclassifying the said property FROM:

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to permit construction of three buildings on this property. The CD-594 Zone will permit an Industrial Park Use and a Service Commercial Use, as well as accessory retail uses and an accessory caretaker’s suite, for a total development area of 63,030 square feet in three buildings. One hundred motor vehicle surface parking stalls and 25 bicycle parking stalls are proposed. APPLICANT: HARBOURSIDE LANDING LTD./BUNTING COADY ARCHITECTS The 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, November 15, 2010 or by email to randerson@cnv.org. Submissions received after the conclusion of the Public Hearing will not be considered by Council. 8>C !A#!#?C" 0&74(? /#?+ ,661- ,633 4%" ,666 4%" AC7C:4%= 24$9@A#;%" '4=CA<47 '4& 2C <%?!C$=C" 4= =>C #B*$C #B =>C City Clerk between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except Statutory Holidays, from November 1 to November 15, 2010. If you wish to view the material online please go to www.cnv.org and access City Hall/Council Meetings/Public Hearings and Meetings. Please direct inquiries regarding Bylaw No. 8116 to Irena Gancewska, Community Development at 604-990-4214 or igancewska@cnv.org; Bylaw No. 8111 to Gloria Venczel, Community Development at 604-9823904 or gvenczel@cnv.org and regarding Bylaw No. 8122 to Emilie Adin, Community Development, at 604-982-3922 or eadin@cnv.org.

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Liz Whalley and William Haysom Liz Whalley and William Haysom were married on Nov. 3, 1990. The couple are celebrating their 20-year anniversary with a wine-tasting trip to Sonoma.

Joffre Brondgeest Joffre Brondgeest was born on Oct. 24, 1915. He was honoured with a cake for his 95th birthday at a luncheon on Oct. 29, attended by 100 members of the SOB (Some Old Boys) Club, a group of long-time North Shore residents who meet at Cheers once a month. Happy Birthday!

Beverly and Dave Brewer Beverly and Dave Brewer were married on Nov. 12, 1960 in North Vancouver and will be celebrating their 50th anniversary on a Mexican Riviera cruise before spending the winter in California.

Naomi Rocksborough-Smith and Shawn-Paul Wilson Naomi Rocksborough-Smith, of North Vancouver, and Shawn-Paul Wilson, of Batavia, Ohio were married on June 12, 2010, at St. James’ Anglican Church in Vancouver. Their families wish them a life ﬁlled with love and happiness.

Catherine and Lorne James Winnifred MacPherson Winnifred MacPherson was born on Nov. 11, 1915. She is wished a happy 95th birthday by Laura, Thea and all the family.

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community bulletin board Remembrance Day Breakfast: Everyone is invited for a breakfast that includes mufﬁns, eggs, ham, sausages, hash browns, toast and beverages, Thursday, Nov. 11, 7 a.m.-noon at the Eagles Hall, 170 West Third St., North Vancouver. Fee: $7. Proceeds to charity. Info: www. eaglesnorthvancouver.com.

crackerjack10@shaw.ca Living with Chronic Pain: The Chronic Pain Association of Canada and the North Shore Chronic Pain Support Group will host a variety of speakers on pain related topics, Saturday, Nov. 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Kay Meek Centre, 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. Admission:

$15 which includes lunch. Tickets: 604-913-3634 or www.kaymeekcentre. com. Info: 604-929-0286 or email heather.divine@ chronicpaincanada.com. Lynn Valley Seniors Association Bottle, Book and Bake Sale will take place See more page 37

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Capilano University President’s Talk: Capilano University’s new president, Dr. Kris Bulcroft, will make her ﬁrst public speaking engagement to the North Shore community at the Congregation Har El Synagogue, 1305 Taylor Way, on Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 7:30 p.m.

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NOVEMBER is an exciting month for nature lovers: the woods are full of beautiful mushrooms in all shapes and colours, and the birding is great.

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TURKEY vultures passed through the North Shore this fall on their way to warmer climates.

debates continues, but keep watching the skies. There are always changes being made in bird classification, like the splitting of the Canada goose into two species, and our local winter wren, which is now called the Pacific wren. There is no doubt that our most commonly reported backyard raptor these days is the Cooper’s hawk. It is often confused with its smaller cousin the sharp-shinned hawk, but the adult Coop sports a dark cap (beret) and is the size of a crow, not robin. Also, there have been good numbers of merlin sightings recently. The merlin is a small falcon which, like the sharpie, hunts game like small birds. A very interesting songbird to watch for this winter is the northern shrike. Although it is a passerine, it is equipped with a hooked bill and talons like a small raptor. In days of yore, shrikes were called “butcher birds,” perhaps because of their habit of impaling prey on tree thorns and barbed wire. Like the good butcher, they’re simply leaving the meat to age. Shrikes are never common — look for them in hedgerows, like near Maplewood’s meadow habitats. With salmon running in our local streams, November is an excellent time to be watching for the dipper or water ouzel. This very remarkable bird can walk and swim (fly) underwater as it seeks out its prey of insects, fish roe and even small fish. It gets its name from its habit of bobbing up and down when perched on a rock beside a stream. The function of this bobbing is still a matter of debate, but movie makers seem to think it is doing the rumba. The American naturalist John Muir called the dipper “the hummingbird of blooming waters.” Good spots to look for dippers on the north shore include the Seymour and Capilano Rivers and McCartney Creek. One thing the crows have been silent about is what’s in store for us this winter in the weather department. It seems to me that the squirrels and jays are working overtime at storing away their winter supplies. It has been a wet fall but a good one for seeing small birds like house and purple finches, nuthatches, chickadees and flickers. Evening grosbeaks have been sighted at Maplewood Conservation Area, and at bird feeders. Waxwings and robins have been busy munching on wild crabapples and hawthorn fruits. It’s always great to get out and enjoy the outdoors — no matter what the weather. Nature on the North Shore is full of wonderful discoveries. It is a treat to hear the songs of birds, watch eagles soar, listen to the rustle of golden cottonwood eaves, or the lovely babble of a rippling stream, the changing of fall to winter and finding the wildlife that are preparing for the seasonal changes. Al Grass is a naturalist with Wild Bird Trust of British Columbia, which sponsors free walks at Maplewood Flat Conservation Area on the second Saturday of each month. Next walk is Nov. 13. Meet at 10 a.m. at Maplewood Flats, 2645 Dollarton Hwy. (two kilometres east of the Iron Workers Second Narrows Memorial Crossing). Walks will go rain or shine. Website: www.wildbirdtrust.org.

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This is exactly what happened at Maplewood Conservation Area on a recent Saturday morning, when a flock (murder) of crows discovered not one, but two immature Cooper’s hawks who were minding their own business in a cottonwood tree, and then proceeded to mob them. Ornithologists call this type of behaviour “mobbing” and it is done by other birds including robins, blackbirds, and even chickadees. Eventually the hawks could stand no more, making a few power dives (stoops) at the crows, who protested loudly. This resulted in chaos until the crows could reorganize themselves. Indeed, listening to the crows (and other birds) is a great way to find hawks and owls — the crow knows. Often, however, their anger is directed at ravens. Speaking of raptors like the Cooper’s hawk, raptor migration is a big part of November’s bird scene. Many turkey vultures passed through the North Shore this fall on their way to warmer climes, perhaps South America. It’s still possible for a few vultures to linger, or even winter locally. (I will wait for the crows to keep me informed about this.) Local populations of species like the red-tailed hawk, sharpshinned hawk and peregrine falcon are supplemented by birds moving in to spend the winter here. Fall and winter are when to look for “dark races” of red-tails, like the Harlan’s hawk (beware: it also comes in a light morph too). The Harlan’s hawk, which breeds in the Yukon and Alaska, is presently classified as a sub-species of the red-tail, but good evidence supports the idea of elevating it to full species. The

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A38 - North Shore News - Wednesday, November 10, 2010

The Port is bringing 2,000 square metres of park improvements to the North Shore. To make rail operations more efﬁcient, Port Metro Vancouver and its partners are building a new rail bridge over Lynn Creek. And while they’re at it, they’re upgrading the nearby Harbourview Park to make it more enjoyable for everyone. The project represents a unique collaboration between government and industry to improve land in the community, while enabling growth in international trade.

The goal of the park improvements is to preserve and enhance the historical, recreational and natural resources of Harbourview Park. In other words, making a good park even better. Among the planned improvements are a revamped parking lot, a new lookout with a seating area, and the restoring of native trees and shrubs.

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The new rail bridge is important too. Rail is already considered the most fuel efficient method of transportation for bulk commodities. This project supports the use of longer trains, making rail operations even more efficient. A side benefit is, by accommodating longer trains, there will be less noise from having to break trains into smaller blocks of rail cars.

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Perhaps the most exciting of the new additions to the park is the pedestrian walkway being built under the new rail bridge. The walkway will connect the trails in Harbourview Park to the rest of the Lynn Creek trail system, which means that for the ﬁrst time, visitors will be able to walk along the entire length of Lynn Creek. That’s great news for dog walkers, joggers and anyone else who enjoys a stroll alongside the creek.

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Harbourview Park’s trail will be extended northwards so visitors can access the shores of Lynn Creek wherever possible.

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As a neighbour to 16 different municipalities, Port Metro Vancouver is committed to running operations responsibly and sustainably. Creating a new walkway in a newly improved Harbourview Park is just one of the ways the Port is giving back to the communities in which it operates.

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A40 - North Shore News - Wednesday, November 10, 2010

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NORTH Vancouver’s Drew Neilson’s ﬁrst day on a snowboard was a painful one.

with Jasmine Keller tipping in a Leah Frome blast to take a 1-0 lead heading into halftime. Hailey Reeves doubled the lead in the second half with LFA managing only one goal in the last minute of play. “The kids were ecstatic, screaming, running over, jumping on each other,” Collingwood co-coach Ashleigh Gold said of the scene following the referee’s ﬁnal whistle. “They played as a team and they played together. LFA has three very strong players and they were really leaning towards those players to carry LFA and we had 11 players on the ﬁeld and they all played together. They played in-and-out hockey, very smart, smooth, pretty hockey.” Gold, co-coach with Sara Simpson and Catherine Underwood, said that her young team’s lack of experience may have actually helped them during the tournament. “They weren’t as nervous as I think they would have been if they had been there last year and had lost,” she said. “This team didn’t really get the whole idea of provincials until they won. Showing up, they were nervous, they were excited but they weren’t over-nervous or over-stimulated. They were just

A friend in his hometown of Vernon owned two boards and they went out on Silver Star one icy spring day. “(The boards) were about as big as the one that I ride now but I was 13 years old,” Neilson told the North Shore News this week. “They probably weighed about as much as I did too. “We didn’t think about wearing a helmet back then and I smashed my head many, many times trying to get on my heel edge and transferring edges. By the end of the day I had it figured out. It got slushy and softer and more forgiving for the body. It took me the whole day to figure it out and then I was totally hooked on it.” From that point on he grew to become one of the best riders in the world. On Friday the 36year-old announced that he was retiring from competitive snowboarding to take on a new role as technical coach for the Canadian Snowboard Team. One of the pioneers in the sport of snowboard cross, Neilson earned many honours in his long career, including the Crystal Globe as the 2007 overall World Cup champion; 19 podium finishes, including nine golds, in 62 World Cup races; a bronze medal at the 2003 world championships;

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FOOTBALL Nov. 5 Mt. Douglas - 37 Carson Graham - 20 Visit www.nsnews.com for a photo gallery from the game. Carson (5:30 p.m.) and Handsworth (10 a.m.) begin playoff action Saturday at UBC. No. 1-ranked Windsor has a bye.

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Long career includes 2007 world overall title From page 40

anymore,” he said. “I wasn’t going to be paying my way around the world to compete and I didn’t have any money coming in so it was a big financial decision in the end. . . . It’s kind of hard to lure sponsors when you can’t say you’re going to be in Sochi in 2014.” Neilson has already assumed coaching duties — he just returned home from a stint with the team in Austria — and he’s made peace with his move out of the starting gates. “I don’t think it was until I was actually right there, standing on course (last weekend), that I realized that I was done,” he said. “Standing at the top of the course that we had there I was just looking at it and thinking to myself that I don’t have the drive to do that anymore, I’m not motivated to go out there and put myself in that situation anymore. I actually realized that I made the right decision.” He’s ready to help the country’s younger riders learn the ins and outs of the rough and tumble sport. “(Coaching) is a totally different animal,” he said. “My best quality will come on race day and being able to be eyes on the course with information that will help get them to the top of the podium. That’s where my strength is now.” Withallhissuccesscamesometoughmemories as well. Coming into the 2006 Olympics — the first Games to give medals for snowboard cross — Neilson was the best in the world but he was wiped out in the first elimination race when another rider crashed into him. “People talk about Torino and I get this feeling in my stomach, like ‘Argh, Torino.’ It was a great thing to go to the Olympics and compete

multiple victories on the ISF Swatch World Boardercross Tour and a win at the 2000 Winter X-Games. Neilson was there to see the sport grow from a fringe side show into the Olympic headliner that it is today, laying down countless awesome rides and making many great friends along the way. “We all get along really well and we all support each other and that’s what I’ve loved about my sport and my life,” said Neilson. “There’s not that cutthroat kind of sportsmanship that you might see in other sports.” Unfortunately for Neilson the ride didn’t end quite the way he wanted it to. He suffered a serious wrist injury while biking on Cypress Mountain in 2008 and had to battle ferociously to get back into form for the 2010 Olympics. He squeaked onto the team in the final qualification event and then finished 11th at his hometown Games. Looking for one more year on course this season, he instead has been nudged off course into a coaching role with the team. Neilson did not qualify for top-level funding this year and with wife Amy and sons Caleb, six, and Elias, two, to think about he made the move into the more stable life of a coach. “I wanted to try to do one more World Cup or I was hoping to get to the world championships one more time for one last kick at the cat and do the X-Games and stuff but (taking the coaching position) just became more of a priority due to the fact that I (now have) a steady income and a family to support and racing just wasn’t cutting it

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DREW Neilson chills out near his North Vancouver home. The longtime snowboard cross star announced his retirement from competition on Friday.

has taken away, he said. “I met lots of great people, saw lots of great places in the world that I don’t think I would have gotten to without snowboarding. How many continents have I been to and places have I been to to snowboard, and doing it all on someone else’s dollar? Snowboarding has been great to me.”

there and represent your country — people can tell you that as much as they like but when you’re a competitor like me or like anybody who is there to win and is favoured to win and then to have it all blow up in your face, I think it will be one of those things that I’ll have with me the rest of my life, unfortunately.” But the sport has given so much more than it

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focused in on the task.” While the majority of the players were rookies, there was a core group of leaders that remembered what it felt like to lose last year’s ﬁnal. Grade 12s Lauren Annable, Katrina Davis and Samara Slater, Grade 11 Stephanie Eggertson and Grade 10s Reeves and Frome provided the drive to push the rest of the team to succeed, said Gold. “(They) had that taste and that desire to win this year and

then the other ones just followed along.” Annable and Davis, co-captains and both fourth-year players on the team, were particularly instrumental, said co-coach Simpson. “They led the team to victory, they led the team on and off the ﬁeld,” she said. “They set the expectations and the younger girls rose to those expectations. They brought the team together.” With so many Grade 10s on this year’s team, the coaching staff can’t wait to see what they do as they continue to develop over the next couple of years. “It was an amazing feeling to watch all of those young players

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CLARK - Doris Campbell ( nee Granger) Our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away at Lions Gate Hospital on October 27, 2010. Born near Kincaid, Sask on May 1, 1919 the eldest of 4 children in a farming family. The family left the prairies in 1934 and travelled to North Vancouver through the US in their 1928 Chevrolet with all their belongings. Doris lived the rest of her life on the North Shore. Predeceased by Fred her husband of 68 years in March 2010, her brother Stanley Granger and sister Wynne Goldney. Survived by her sister Viola Shaw, her loving daughters Madelyn, Jeannine and Carlyne, grandchildren Kevin Brown (Yvonne), Lisa Ellis (Rod), Dave Goodison (Nancy), and Rhett Goodison (Heidi), and 8 greatgrandchildren, numerous nieces and nephew who will all miss her. She enjoyed many years of volunteer work at the Silver Harbour Seniors Centre until early 2010, and she joyfully participated in the Harmonicats until recently, and made many nice friends. Thanks to Drs. E.J. Brisco and V. Doeksen. A reception honoring Doris will be held later on. A donation may be made to a charity in lieu of flowers. CHAPMAN - Pearl Jane, was born January 23, 1924, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2010. Pearl was an avid gardener and enjoyed many wonderful times in her garden. Pearl was predeceased by her husband Wallis in 2006, and will lovingly be remembered by her family and friends. A celebration of life will be held on November 12, at 2:00pm, at First Memorial Boal Chapel, 1505 Lillooet Rd. North Vancouver BC. No flowers by request. Donations may be made in memory to the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation. All that have known you will forever miss you. 'Miss Me But Let Me Go'

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NIELSEN - Kathleen Ann (Rohrwasser) April 16, 1935 - November 3, 2010. It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, Kathy after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Kathy was with her family at the end and leaves to mourn her children: Tony Rohrwasser (Michelle), Maria Edora (Eric) and Paul Rohrwasser (Wendy). Grandchildren: Jessica, Michael and Brooke. Predeceased by her father Carl Nielsen and mother Mary Bowen (Stout). Kathy is also survived by her brother Norman Bowen (Ginny) and sisters Margaret Nardi (Eddo) and Brenda Andersen (Billy) as well as a number of special nieces and nephews. Kathy taught elementary school for many years until her retirement. 'Mrs. Rohrwasser' loved, and was loved by, every student. Kathy went back to university to complete her degree and graduated from Simon Fraser University in 1983 at the age of 48. A very special thanks to the staff at Inglewood Care Facility, especially Bennie, Elsie and Dr. Gilbert, for making mom’s last few months so enjoyable. There will be no service by request. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Capilano Services Seniors’ Hub would be greatly appreciated. We’ll miss you mom.

TSUMURA - Albert Sept. 19, 1915 - Oct. 25, 2010 It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend on October 25, 2010. Albert passed away quietly at Lions Gate Hospital, North Vancouver, after suffering a stroke a week after celebrating his 95th birthday. Predeceased by his loving wife Sumie in 1970, he leaves behind devoted sons, Edward (Laurie) and Robert (Michiko) as well as four grandchildren, Kelly, Connor, Bayley and Sabrina who will all miss him dearly. He will also be missed by long-term companion, Blanca Freiburghaus, who remained by his side until the end. Albert lived a full, active and productive life that began in Port Mann, B.C. where he grew up working the family farm as the eldest of 7 children. During the war, he and his family were relocated to Kamloops where he tried his hand at potato farming. He then met the love of his life, Sumie Kozai, whom he married and soon after welcomed two sons, Edward and Robert, into their lives. The family lived in Lillooet, B.C. where Albert and his brothers, Wally and Art, operated the local saw mill. In 1969, the mill was sold and the family moved to West Vancouver. Shortly thereafter, Sumie passed away leaving Albert alone to raise his 5 and 7 year olds. He was a kind, patient and devoted father instilling in his sons strong family values. Throughout the years, Albert’s home became a place where family and friends gathered for good times. The door was always open; company welcome and steaks ready to go. As a man of many talents he especially enjoyed gardening, woodworking, and mechanics; and never came across anything that couldn’t be repaired. In his later years, Albert got a great deal of enjoyment watching his grandchildren as they played around him, and was happiest when surrounded by family and friends. He will always be remembered for his inner strength, easy-going nature and zest for life, while being a dedicated and caring father and grandfather. The family wishes to express our sincere thanks to the doctors and nurses on the 7th Floor at Lions Gate Hospital for the care provided in his final few weeks. The family plans to celebrate his life with a private service. Albert will finally be laid to rest with his beloved wife Sumie. “We love you and miss you Dad, and you will remain in our hearts forever.”

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KING - Janet P.M. (Denniston) 1928 – 2010 Jan died peacefully on November 4, 2010 in the Palliative Care Unit of the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital after suffering a stroke. She leaves behind husband Bill, sister Betty Berrington (Peter), daughter Sarah Staley (Scott), son Brian (Catherine Nickerson), grandsons Bill & Todd Staley, Nick & Wilson King and their mother Rocio. Jan was born in Victoria and went to school at St. Margaret’s, Norfolk House, and Oak Bay High. She and Bill raised their family in West Vancouver before moving back to the island in 1997. She loved her bridge, walks and many friends. Jan worked in retail fashion in Victoria, Lake Louise, San Fransisco, Portland and West Vancouver, however the job she loved most was being a homemaker for her family. A celebration of life will be held at the Craig Bay Club House in Parksville at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 20, 2010. Donations in Jan’s memory can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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FEATURED EMPLOYMENT Make your mark at Churchill House Retirement Community in North Vancouver and enjoy the growth of a company committed to providing the best possible housing services for seniors. We are currently recruiting a motivated, enthusiastic and dependable individual to fill the following positions: SALES MANAGER: This hands-on position is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated, enthusiastic and dependable person with excellent customer service skills. Our Sales Manager’s center of attention is to create and execute a sales plan that maintains the community at an optimum resident occupancy. This team player will develop and foster partnerships within the community, create and participate in activities that promote and market our Seniors’ Retirement Community. Further duties include participation in the preparation and maintenance of a marketing plan and budget, maintaining an active database and active external and internal communication processes, distributing marketing material and conducting facility tours. Excellent communication skills and a minimum two years’ experience with a supporting track record in sales/ marketing achievement are required. Previous seniors housing industry experience is an asset. Please forward your resume and cover letter in confidence to: Vanessa Jeffrey, General Manager vjeffrey@chartwellreit.ca Fax: 604-904-1199 We thank all applicants for their interest in Chartwell Seniors Housing REIT. Please be advised that only those invited to an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

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CALLING ALL TRADES. Looking for long term stable work indoors? Greensmart Manufacturing in Dawson Creek, BC is now hiring for all departments. Framing, Plumbing, Mechanical, Sheet Metal, Dry Wall, Electrical, Finishing and other Production Labours. Apprentices and Labourers welcome. Call 250-782-2065 or fax 250-782-2061 ENSIGN ENERGY SERVICE INC. is looking for experienced Drilling Rig, & Coring personnel for all position levels. Drillers, Coring Drillers $35. - $40.20.; Derrickhands $34., Motorhands $28.50; Floorhands, Core Hands, Helpers $24. - $26.40. Plus incentives for winter coring! Telephone 1-888-ENSIGN-0 (1-888-367-4460). Fax 780-955-6160. Email: hr@ensignenergy.com MIDSTREAM SERVICES CANADA, a division of CCS Corporation, is actively hiring Operators at our Facilities in the following locations: Alberta: Drayton Valley, Fox Creek, Grande Prairie, Brooks, Janvier. British Columbia: Fort Nelson, Fort St. John. Saskatchewan: Kindersley, Gull Lake, Marshall. Please go to our website at www.ccscorporation.ca to apply or fax 403-266-0659!

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

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St. Christopher’s Church Presents 11th & Inglewood WestVancouver

5 Star

Bazaar Christmas and Café Bazaar Saturday, Nov 13th 10:30am - 1:30pm

11th & Inglewood West Van

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You are warmly invited to our annual

Children’s

Christmas Fair

604-257-8388

&Marketplace

at the

Vancouver Waldorf School Sat Nov 20

10am-3pm Info: www.vws.ca (604) 985-7435 reception@vws.ca

2725 St Christophers Road, North Vancouver

It is a place to ﬁnd unique gifts & if you are a crafty sort, come & sell your handmade items.

Christmas Craft Fair

Chief Joe Mathias Recreation Centre Sat. & Sun. Nov. 27th & 28th 9am - 5pm Over 65 Tables! For info, call Debbie 604-626-5302 or email debbiearkoncel@yahoo.com

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: Estate of SIDNEY HUGH LIGHTBODY, also known as SYDNEY HUGH LIGHTBODY, Deceased Formerly of North Vancouver, British Columbia who died on January 21, 1998. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Sidney Hugh Lightbody, also known as Sydney Hugh Lightbody, deceased, are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Administrator at 704 - 880 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 2B7, on or before December 13, 2010, after which date the Administrator will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Administrator then has notice. Karen Elizabeth Lightbody Administrator By her Solicitor: Straith & Company

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How well a child gets along with others is a good predictor of success in adulthood. Social skills are mostly learned bethaviours. Encourage healthy social development in children by: • Showing them how to “read” others; how to understand people’s behavior & the feelings behind it • Talking about personalities and respecting individual differences • Helping them develop friendships and other positive relationships • Developing important tools such as problems solving abilities, good communications skills, and the ability to handle frustration, conflict and rejection • Being a good example in your own social interactions. • Promoting positive group behavior in groups • Teaching compassion and empathy • Reinforcing the use of words rather than reacting physically • Explaining not just how to behave in a particular situation, but why they should behave that way • Defining personal boundaries and teaching assertive behavior • Encouraging self control and self calming techniques. • Praising good social behavior.

Holiday Helper

Candy Cane Fair

North Lonsdale United Church

Sat., Nov. 20th 10 am - 2 pm • Homemade Pies • Crafts • Baking • Hot Lunches • Gifts 3380 Lonsdale Ave. North Vancouver

100 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver 604-980-6338

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CHILDREN

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LEGAL PUBLIC NOTICE BE IT WITNESSED AND NOTICE: For the [Coast-Salish) people for the [Coast-Salish-nation) are private people, we are the holders of our culture, language and sacred lands for the [Coast-Salish-nation]. FURTHER TAKE NOTICE: for the Treverdaren.: Armstrong. of the [Coast-Salish-nation) is with the copyright claim of the TRADE-MARK/TRADE-NAME TREVER DAREN ARMSTRONG©™. For the Trever-daren.: Armstrong. is with the claim of the Secured Party by the Certified Trade/Security Agreement NO.CTSATDA08072010, Commercial Security Agreement No.CSATDA07081968, State of CANADA Postal Registry No.RW446488016CA, Personal Property Security Registry Base Registration No.793514F and Uniform Commercial Code Filing No.2010086541. For any name resembling this TRADE-MARK/TRADENAME TREVER DAREN ARMSTRONG©™ in any form with-in any derivation thereof REMAINS THE EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY OF THE AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE. For the PERMANENT-LEGALNOTICE, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED AND CANNOT BE REPRODUCED BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT. For the Treverdaren.: Armstrong. is with this Right of Claim by the authority of the Treverdaren.: Armstrong. of the [Coast-Salish-nation). Any infringement of the TRADE-MARK/TRADE-NAME will Constitute A Bill of Exchange in the amount of Five Hundred Thousand (500,000.00) functional currency of the united states of America for each use of 'it' plus triple damages, punitive damages and fees. By the authority for the Armstrong-family-clan. ALL INQUIRIES/CONCERNS by writing: [:Trever-daren.: Armstrong.] [:Coast-Salish-nation.) C/o[75532 - 3034 Edgemont Blvd, [North Vancouver], [British Columbia] sic.

Sat., Nov. 13, 10 am - 3 pm

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NOTICE IS Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of Edna Mildred Gornall also known as Edna Gornall, (Deceased) of North Vancouver BC who died on February 26, 2010, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned , David H. Stoller, Barrister & Solicitor, 801 – 100 Park Royal South, West Vancouver BC V7T 1A2 on or before December 15, 2010, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. DAVID H. STOLLER, Barrister & Solicitor

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Escort Services

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RENTALS 6505

Apartments & Condos

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North Van Apt. Rentals

1 BR, 560sf, lower Lonsdale, gas fp, wd, granite, stainless appls, gas stove, new hardwood, ac, ug prkg, balc. pool & gym, $1300, ns, np, avail Dec 1, 778-928-0839 1 BR $950, Dec 1st, top fl, 1 blk to Lonsdale, incl heat/hw. Reno’d. 140 W.17th. 990-8262/ 985-1658 1 BR + den, The Esplanade. As new, 735 sf, 9‘ ceilings, a/c, ss appl, fp, wd, balcony, prkg, storage, np, ns, $1600 unfurn, $1900 furn, refs, Dec 1. 604-983-2824 1 BR, large, $890, hardwood, hot water heat, Adult oriented, ns, np, avail Dec 1. 604-202-3458 1 Br, Large, from $850 heat incl. quiet. drapes. gated or free prkg, no pets, 1 yr lease. 310 E 2nd, 604-904-0956 1 BR, large Lower Lonsdale, hardwood, prkg, $950 incl utils, ns np, Dec 1 or later, 604-986-1235 1 BR, upper Lonsdale, adult oriented bldg., incl heat/hot water, $800, avail now, 778-996-1263 1 BR, W. 20th & Lonsdale, heat, hw & prkg, no pets, avail Dec. refs req 604-738-7430..604-960-0452 1 Br $980 2 Br $1180 Heat & hw incl. no pets, no smoking, 130 W 5th St. av. Dec. 1, 604-987-2761

162 VICTORY SHIP Way @The Pier: Brand New. Stunning view, 7 appl, air/cond,1 br $1550; 2 br $2700 Anson Rlty 604-671-7263 2 BR. 1 & 2 bath, avail now or Nov 1. 1 yr lease, 125 West 19th, no pets, Please call 778-554-0537 2 BR, $1040. Avail Dec. 1, central Lonsdale, heat/hot water incl’d, no pets, 604-986-6418 2 BR, $1080-$1150, central Lonsdale panoramic view balc. heat cable prkg, hw ns, np, 913-6727 2 br a corner suite, top flr of very quiet 3 story walk up, E. 15th St. high vaulted ceilings, large private balcony, sunny, south facing, new windows, dw, new carpet, venetian blinds, free laundry facilities. ns, np Dec. 1, $1200, 604-830-0857 Leave msg. 2 BR, approx 1100sf, Nr Cap Univ incld heat & hw, 1 prkg, immed, ns, np, $1300, 604-921-4384

2 BR corner, top flr, hardwood, faces south, well kept bldg. spacious bright central Lonsdale, ns, np, Dec 1, $1185, 604-971-2534 2BD+DEN/2BA, VISTA Place, Over 1000 sq ft. SW facing fabulous view, soaker tub, stainless steel appl, huge balcony, 1 parking and storage. Pet ok w/deposit. December 1st. 778-968-4464 2Br large, south view $1025, new carpets, gated prkg. quiet, drapes no pets, heat incl. nr seabus, 1 yr lease, 163 W 5th. 604-980-7501

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Apartments & Condos

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North Van Apt. Rentals

DELBROOK GARDENS 2 BR $1540 Wdays 604-990-2971 Weekends 604-985-2876

GREAT LOCATION! 145 West Keith Road.

Bach $925, 1 BR $1115, 2 BR $1500 Avail Now & Dec 1. Ocean view. indoor pool. Concrete bldg. Ht & H/W incls. LE CHATEAU, 1110 E 27th, Lynn Valley 1, 2 Br large starting @ $950. np, ns, 604-980-9219 LIONS APTS, 2 BR w/d, d/w, patio, $1600. Dec 1, lease $300 Move-in Allowance 604-986-3866

LOWER LONSDALE, 1 BR at Sky, w/d, f/p, avail now $1350 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net MARK LOMA APTS - 144 E. 19th St. - 2 bdrm $1325 Weekdays 604-990-2971 MOUNTAIN VILLAGE APTS. 2 BR avail Dec 1, 4 BR, 2 bath, Nov 15 or Dec 1... 604-988-3828 www.mountainvillage.ca Parkridge PLace..604-984-7513 1 Br mtn view, $930 incl heat/hw, ns, np. yr lease. 120 E Keith Rd.

138 EAST ESPLANADE

As new 1 BR. Will be available long term. Air conditioned. Lease and excellent references a must. Al Dodimead, ACD Realty 604 521-0311 view this & other properties @ www.acdrealty.com PENTHOUSE FOR LEASE Award winning Ventana Bldg 175 West 2 St, N. Van 1481 sq ft with floor to ceiling windows. Concrete bldg built in 2008. Master br w en suite 4 piece bath & walk-in closet. Guest Br w 3 peice bath. Separate den w flr to ceiling windows. Designer kitch w subzero S/S appl. H/wd flrs & gas fireplace in living & dining areas. Laund & excellent storage en suite. Priv 12x17 roof-top patio w fireplace & gas outlet for bbq. 2 Dbl Secured prkg stalls next to elevator. Storage locker, bike locker, & priv. gym. Fantastic views. Walk to Sea Bus & Quay. Avail now for 1-3 yrs. Ns, small pet ok. $3300/mo + hydro & cable. 604-319-3333 PETS CONSIDERED - 2 BR, 2 bath, S.W. facing, top flr, 137 E 1st St, 720 sf, balcony for BBQ, f/p, bamboo hardwood flr, Silestone counters, ss, insuite laundry, $1700, Dec 1. 604-729-5809

326 WEST 1st St. 1 bdrm $865 & up. Nr seabus, secure prkg, no pets. Avail immed. 604-983-6916

TUCKTON PLACE 1520 Chesterfield Rd. NV 2 bdrm $1375 No pets. Call 604-

Bach, large $655 incl laundry heat, hydro, np, ns, Lonsdale & Keith, Nov 8, 604-929-5101 msg. Beautiful Large Suites 1 BR $925, Dec 1. 2 BR from $1295, now or Dec 1. $300 Movein Allowance 2 BR only. Heat, h/w, prkg. Lease 604-986-3866 Chesterfield/W15, 1br, fp, incld heat hw, cable, 1 yr lease, no pets, $870up, 604-987-9899

Beautiful Views

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

concrete, by shops, Cat Ok

North Vancouver

604-985-2926

Apartments & Condos

6505-12

West Van Apt. Rentals

1 BDRM $1400, great location in heart of Ambleside. n/s, no pets. Available Immed. 604-926-1010 Bonavista Mgt. Luxury Over The Seawall! Bach Dec 1, pool rec. rm, pet ok 2190 Bellevue Av. 604-926-6287

1775 Bellevue Avenue HOLLYBURN PLAZA 2 BR - Avail Now & Dec 1 Fully Renovated, granite countertops, Breathtaking Mnt & ocean view, new appls, d/w, new kitchen & bath rm cabinets, 2 balc, 1.5 baths, HW floors, Walk to shops & restaurants. Steps from Seawall, transit & beaches. Sorry, no pets. 1 year lease. Call 604-922-4724 to view.

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Apartments & Condos

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West Van Apt. Rentals

WATERFRONT LUXURY The Pink Palace on the Seawall 2 & 3 br, 2 bath spacious Indoor/outdoor pools. Fitness centre & billiard room, small pets allowed, no smoking 2222 Bellevue Ave. To view: 604-926-0627

990-2971 or Wkends 778-340-7406

WOODCROFT 1 BR new carpet, paint. incl all utils, prkg, security, gym + pool $950 604-813-7312

Waterfront - Seawalk Dundarave Seastrand bldg, Large bach, new bath & kitchen, 180° view, glass in solar, nr shops & all amen, immed. $1200 incl pool, heat, cable. 604-727-4567 WESTWIND APTS, 2025 Bellevue, 1 Br, ocean view, cat OK, senior discount. 604-913-0734 WHITEHALL APT’S - 1640 Esquimalt Ave - 1 BR $985M-F 604-990-2971 wkends 985-2876

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 rm, out door pool, nr shops, transit & Seawall, 1 yr lease, N/pets. Heat, hw incl’d. Member of Crime Free Multi-Housing Program. 604-922-4322

Park Royal Towers Completely Renovated

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

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

604-922-3246 935 Marine Drive

THE IONA 1370 Clyde Avenue Available Now

3 BR, 120 West 19 Nov 1. approx 1200sf, hardwood, heat/hw incl, 1 yr lease, np $1800. 604-687-1686

BACH central Lonsdale, ground flr. hardwood, patio, bright, ns, np, $737 avail now, 604-971-2534

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Call 604-986-3356

Thurs. Nov. 11th... 4pm - 7pm 308 - Forbes Ave. N. Van. BACH avail Dec 1, $875, 1 BR $1095. avail Nov 15, 2 BR, $1595 avail Dec 1; all ocean view, renovated, dw, ns, cat ok, lower Lonsdale, 604-988-1939

BACH avail Dec 1, $875, 1 BR $1095. avail Nov 15, 2 BR $1595 avail Dec 1; all ocean view, renovated, dw, ns, cat ok, lower Lonsdale, 604-988-1939

Wednesday, November 10, 2010 – North Shore News – A45

Near Ambleside beach, restaurants, shops, amenities and transit. Bright & Spac. 2 BR apts., breathtaking part ocean view. Newly Reno’d, h/w ﬂrs., granite countertops and new cabinets. Prof managed, 24 hr. laundry facility, prkg. avail. Incls heat & hot water. Sorry no pets. 1 year lease.

Call Resident Manager to View

(604) 922-4724 rentersguide.com

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Furnished Accommodation

6 BR+. Upper Brit. Prop, spectac 180° view, large decks, pool, gym hottub, fully furnished $5900 neg 604-913-1115..778-926-7711

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

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Houses - Rent

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Houses - Rent

DEEP COVE 3 BR waterview house, 2600 sqft, Avail Now, $3650. Call Joy at Advent Real Estate Services 604-812-4788

DEEP COVE view 604-929-5191 - 1 BR f/p, lrg lot $1450 - 3 BR f/p, carport, shed $2050

EDGEMONT, RANCHER 3 BR, 1 bath, fp, hardwood w/d $2200. 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M SURREY- 6297 134 St. Solid 7 Bdrm HOUSE w/3 bdrm suite on 1/4 acre lot with views... $1,688/M

WHITE ROCK - 15532 Madrona Dr 3 bdrm, HOUSE, quiet st, huge yard, dble garage, 2 yr old roof....$1,388/M Call (604)812-3718 or (604)786-4663

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Office/Retail Rent

N. VAN 100 sf 2nd flr office, 1000 Roosevelt Cres, $445 incl hydro, gas & hst Mike 604-929-4188 WEST VAN - RETAIL Marine Dr - sunny side Ambleside stores. 604-836-2494

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Shared Accommodation

6595-45

North Vancouver

1 BR IN spacious home for n/s female, internet, w/d, $495, bath enste $595 incl. 604-980-2106

6600

Storage

3 BR, 2 bath, Upper Lonsdale, panoramic view, 2 lvl, Dec 1st ns np, $3750 1 yr lse. 604-351-4121

AMBLESIDE LOCATION approx 700 sqft, ideal for dry storage, monthly $500/mth 604-725-2280

2 BR +den up, 2 br+ mud room down, 2 bath, 1.5 kitchen, 2322sf, 29th & Lonsdale, renod, ns, np now. $2000+utils, 604-728-7437

AVAIL NOW! Lower Lonsdale storage space, 600sf, electricity $450, also 900sf. with large loading doors, high ceilings, lane access. $900. 604-983-9493

3 BR 2 bath, Canyon Heights, newly reno’d, ns, near school, Avail Imm, $2500 604-961-6178 3 BR , 2 bath, fp + 1br & living rm, bath, family rm $2,600 +utils np.Upper Lonsdale 604-986-7452

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Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM, 800sf, complete reno, w/d, stesp to WV comm ctr, N/S, sm pet ok, $1500 incl utils, Avail immed. Call Paul 604-250-1333

3 BR +den, W. Van. cottage style, 2.5 baths, garage, 1 yr lease.avail Dec 1, ns, np, $2600, To view Barb Phillips Ascent Real Estate Mngt. 604-780-9334

1 BR bsmt suites, brand new, $650 each, Upper Lynn, avail now, ns np 604-985-8736

3br+den Caulfeild Vlge 2.5bath, quiet, garage, cul-de-sac, $3500+ np, Lighthouse 604-551-1409

1 BR+, cute, large, exc location Garden & Marine, $750 all incls. cat ok, Dec. 1, 604-984-7168

4 BR, 3 Bath BP’s rancher, nr Chartwell, Sentinel, $4500/mth Immed. George 604-785-8200 7 BR, 5 bath (), upper Lonsdale, executive 4500sf, $4000, avail immed, 604-716-2256

1 BR Deep Cove, ocean view, bright ground level, decks, private entry, cov’rd prkg, laundry, ns np, $1000 incls Dec. 1. 604-980-6337

CANYON HEIGHTS Highland Blvd, 5 br, 2.5 bath, hardwood, 2600sf, $2700 neg. + utils. avail Immed, ns, np 604-926-5273msg

1 BR LRG grnd flr Upper Lynn Valley priv entry, very clean, bright, nr trails, bus route, gas f/p, own ldry, d/w, n/p, n/s, $900 +% utils. Nov 15/Dec 1 778-772-9355

CAPILANO RIVER 3 BR, 3 bath, new reno, dbl garage, 2 fp $2750 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

1 BR Private Garden Level Suite, Lower Delbrook $1100 all included Dec 1st call 604 329 0696

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Suites/Partial Houses

1 BR suite new Deep Cove, now, almost waterfront. ns np, garden, $950incl utils, 604-929-5336 1 BR+DEN, nr Marine Dr & Lions Gate, grd lvl, sep entry, wd, ns np Nov 15, $1150+util 604-837-0423

2 BR. (1 large br+den) bright Ambleside garden suite, large deck, hardwood, tiled kitchen, bay window, 5 appls, suits 1 or 2 ns, pet ok, immed, $1295+utils, 604-922-0903

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Townhouses Rent

3 BR, (1.5bath newly reno), new flooring & fully painted, wd hook up only Lynn Valley, no cats no dogs, $1400 incl basic cable, not utils. call Lee Anne 604-984-6331 3 Br $1750, 1314sf. Townhouse Parklike Setting, Outdoor Pool, playground, priv. yard, drapes, heat & prkg, incld. dw, 1 year lease. no pets, 1228 Emery Pl., nr Lynn Valley Mall. 604-987- 4922 3 BR, large, nr Edgemont, 2 level, deck by stream, 1.5bath, 5appl, fp ns, cat ok $1895, 604-922-9400

2 br, 2 bath, executive ste, view, $1650 ALSO 1 BR $850 Deep Cove VIEW deck new reno character grd lvl, ns np 604-929-2435 2 BR bright new suite, Grand Blvd own entry, wd, dw, ns, np 50% hydro $1250 Dec 1. 604-983-2127 2 BR bsmt, bright, wd, dw, ns, Ambleside, Park Royal, Bus, Cat OK, $1295incl utils 778-848-2747

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE 1915 Cedar Village Crescent, 3 BR’S, 5 appls, 1.5 bath, Avail, 1 year lease, NP/NS. Rent starts at $1650. For viewing call 604-986-0511

2 BR, Calverhall, main flr, view, large deck, fp, wd, nr transit, ns np $1250+1/2utils, 778-386-6269 2 BR Grand Blvd own w/d, d/w, fp huge stor. room. pet ok, $1200 incl. util net, cbl 604-562-5818 2 BR open & spacious suite, brand new washer, dryer and dblpaned windows. In-suite laundry, laminate flooring. $1350/mth. 604.724.5695 2 BR Upper Lonsdale, garden level, w/d, n/s, n/p, avail Nov 15. $1100 + 1/2 utils. 604-985-5539 2 ROOM ste, 1 br, priv ent, full bath, fridge, ldry, priv home, prkg, ns, np, $625.Now 604-813-7312 3 BR, main flr. 1500sf, upper Lonsdale, yards, avail Dec 15 or Jan. 1, $2000+60%utils, ns, np, 604-984-8145 or 778-229-1817 3 BR Seymour, bright main flr, 1.5 bath, hardwood, fp, dw, carport, deck, shed, $1880, 604-913-3109

Call 604-630-3300 to place your ad

Noma 728 W.14th St, 908-7368. 3 level, 3 BR, 2.5 baths, 2 prkg, roof deck, lease, $2250.

1840 PURCELL WAY

3-4 BR, 3 lev, 2.5 bths, Rec rm. Hrdwd & new carpets up. Fully remodeled bathrms. Steps to Cap U, now or Dec 1. Lease & perfect refs a must. $1850. Al Dodimead, ACD Realty 604 521-0311 view this & other properties @ www.acdrealty.com

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Wanted To Rent

RETIRED BUS Driver & wife with small mature dog want to rent 1 br on North Shore 778-867-6482

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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

REAL ESTATE 6008

Condos/ Townhouses

6008-22

North Vancouver

EXPERIENCED REALTOR will Reduce 50% of Commission Back to Buyers or Sellers. Kevin 604 727 1977 for info GORGEOUS NEW 3 br, 3 bath townhome, 2 car garage, Wedgewood near Cap U, $659,900 Heidi, Amex Realty 604-990-0903

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Houses - Sale

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6030

Lots & Acreage

BUILDING LOT, New West. 33’ x 130’. $75,000 in services paid! No HST! 4,240 total sq. feet. Priced to sell! $318,888. 604-726-0677 OWN LOT in Abbtsford Serviced 48ftx21.8ft pad. CSA pre fab or mobile. RV prkg. Motivated seller, $205,000, 604-584-0969

6065

Recreation Property

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9160

Sports & Imports

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The North Shore’s Best 2001 Mercedes Benz S500 Luxury Sedan, auto/Tiptronic, navigation system, only 58k from new, spotless. $21,850 2000 Jaguar XK8 Convertible, auto, local, only 57k, spotless. $19,850

2008 LAND ROVER RANGE 2009 LEXUS IS 350 ROVER SPORT Fully loaded, black on black, Supercharged, C1156 only 30,000kms $42,990 $65,999

2010 KIA SOUL Pwr group, a/c, only 23,000kms, was $20,995 NOW $20,530

2009 TOYOTA COROLLA XRS Silver, auto, only 54,000kms, one owner, U5535. Was $19,995 MGRS SPECIAL $17,995

2009 LEXUS ISF Silver on black $55,990

2010 VOLVO C30 C1121 $23,799

2010 HYUNDAI GENISIS 3.8 GT COUPE 5spd, leather, sunroof. Was $37,956 NOW $32,900

2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER Convertible, black, leather, clean and year round fun, U5576. Was $19,995 NOW $18,995

2008 BMW X5 4.8 Black on black, only 38,000kms, local, no accidents $56,990

2009 INFINITI G37S C1143 $42,999

2010 HYUNDAI ELANTRA LTD Auto, a/c, pwr sunroof, low kms, demo. Was $25,259. NOW $20,900

2007 TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN Grey, auto, a/c, pwr windows & locks, only 42,798kms, U5580. Was $13,995 NOW $13,495

2008 LEXUS RX350 Premium pkg, only 48,000kms $37,990

2007 BMW X3 C1119 $31,999

2010 HYUNDAI ELANTRA SPORT 5spd, sunroof, a/c. Was $22,555 NOW $18,588 OR $149.66 BI-WKLY

2007 MERCEDES BENZ B200 White, leather, a/c, fully loaded, only 50,400kms, U5578. Was $21,995 NOW $19,995

2008 LAND ROVER LR2 Fully loaded, low kms $30,990

2007 BMW 750I Only 60,000kms, C1127 $41,999

2010 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GL V6, AWD, pwr group, a/c, black on grey $26,900

2007 NISSAN 350Z CONVERT Black on black, 6spd manual, only 47,000kms, beauty, U5526. Was $32,995 CLEARANCE PRICE $29,995

2007 NISSAN MURANO SE Only 73,500kms, one owner, local $26,990

2009 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID Leather, fully equipped, C1132 $21,999

2010 NISSAN CUBE S Cloth, a/c, low kms ONLY $18,530

2006 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 4WD, V6, silver, one owner, local, 105,000kms, U5593 SALE PRICE $19,995

2007 LEXUS RX 350 White on black leather, premium pkg, only 53,700kms, one owner, very clean $35,990

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2007 LEXUS RX400H C1140 $33,999

2010 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ LTD Demo, bluetooth, DVD, only 14,000kms ONLY $42,300

2006 SMART FOR TWO Grey, one owner, 138,096kms, fully maintained, U101199A. Was 8,995 NOW $7,995

2006 MAZDA MIATA MX5 Convertible, low kms, red, 5spd $21,990

2007 HONDA ACCORD C1151 $20,999

2008 HYUNDAI ACCENT SPORT Auto, sunroof, alloys, a/c, low kms ONLY $11,950

2004 MAZDA RX8 Black, leather, only 50,300kms, U5579. Was $17,995 NOW $15,995

2004 VOLVO XC90 T6 Very clean, one owner, local, all service history $22,990

2007 VW GTI C1163 $28,999

2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GL 3.3L V6, AWD, pwr group, 125,400kms NOW $17,995

2003 TOYOTA ECHO AERO EDITION Silver, pwr windows, auto, a/c, only 66,130kms, U101271A SALE PRICE $9,995

2004 PORSCHE CAYANNE S Grey on grey, 22” wheels, great looking SUV $27,990

2006 INFINITI G35 Fully equipped, C1170 $18,999

2007 MAZDA 3 GS SPORT Low kms, a/c, pwr group. Was $18,900. NOW ONLY $18,530

2003 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER Silver, V8, 4x4, loaded, leather, sunroof, auto, climate control, only 108,000kms, clean, U5572 $24,995

2003 MERCEDES BENZ E320 Only 58,500kms, black on tan, very nice $18,990

2006 MERCEDES BENZ ML350 C1144 $31,999

2006 HONDA RIDGELINE Leather, a/c, low kms ONLY $27,930

2000 TOYOTA RAV4 4X4 White, one owner, only 65,000kms, a/c, pwr windows & locks, like new, U101278A SALE PRICE $13,995

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9130

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

2000 BUELL LIGHTNING 1200 by Harley Davidson

2005 Mercedes Benz C230 4Dr Kompressor auto, local, alloy wheels, only 70k, $16,850 spotless 2004 Mercedes Benz C240 4dr Sedan, auto/tiptronic, local, sunroof, alloy wheels, only 63k, immaculate $15,850 2004 Mercedes Benz C240 4Dr Sedan, auto/Tiptronic, local, only $15,850 56k, spotless.

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9130

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

TWO WHEELIN’ EXCITEMENT! Motorcycle Mechanic Program. GPRC Fairview Campus, Alberta. Hands-on training for street, offroad, dual sport bikes. Write 1st year apprenticeship exam. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

9145

Scrap Car Removal

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SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL All black. Perfect running condition. Only 10,500 original km. One of the last motors built by John Andres of JARZ Performance. Super fast and super fun! $6000 obo. Call 604.316.4342.

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9155

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

1998 TOYOTA 4Runner Limited. Fully loaded. Excellent shape. Lady driven. All service right up to date. Call Sandy 604-988-2752.

HOME SERVICES 8030

Carpentry

CARPENTRY, ADDITIONS, decks, 32 yrs exp, licensed. Call Ken, Cell: 604-928-3270 TRIM RITE INTERIORS Renos, wood trim install. Over 35 yrs exp. Lloyd 604-788-0947

8055

Cleaning

Capilano

MAID SERVICES

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

778-895-1919

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8073

Drainage

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CLEAN YOUR HOME LIKE MY OWN. Shopping, chores, errands. 604-985-5125 ENVIRO MAID INSURED and BONDED. Residential. Available on a regular basis. Excellent refs. Free est. $20 p/hr. 604-685-1344 MAJESTIC CLEANERS Experienced & Honest 604-564-8484

8058

Computer Services

DRAIN TILES & WATER LINES Without Digging a Trench 604-985-4000 DRAINAGE, SEWER & WATER ASPHALT & CONCRETE REM. Call Tobias 604 782-4322

8075

Drywall

Onsite Computer Repair FREE ESTIMATES Visa & M/card Call Chris 604-613-8738

8060

Concrete

ASPHALT & CONCRETE REMOVAL /JACK HAMMERING Call Tobias 604 782-4322

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

For all your concrete needs. Chris 604-725-2812, 980-3232 treesandconcrete.com 100% Financing

ACE DRYWALL. Avail immed. Board, tape, spraytex, repairs. 16 yr exp. No job too small. Mike 604-808-2432, 604-985-4321

MORRISON CONCRETE Design, excavate, form & place all concrete. 604-988-2840

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

Drafting/Design & Decorating

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

8071

Heather Fowler Interiors. Free consultation. 778-549-8664 www.hfinteriors.com

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

HOME SERVICES 8080

Electrical

Automated Home Lighting Control

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

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

#1167 LIC Bonded. BBB, lrg & sm jobs, expert trouble shooter, WCB, low rates, 24/7. 617-1774. #381293 LIC’D Bonded Electrician. Service, reno. Low prices Jeff 604-839-2825, 604-929-1094 A LICENSED electrician #19807 semi-retired, small jobs only. 604-689-1747 pgr 604-686-2319 QUALIFIED RESIDENTIAL & Commercial Electrical Contractor. Cert. 92294.. Nick 778-237-2132 ROUZ ELECTRIC #89724 Great rates, fast service, free est. Satisfaction guar. 604-765-3329

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

THE ART OF HARDWOOD FLOORS Installations Refinishing & Repairs Dust Free. Affordable Rates! Free Estimates.

Call: 604-240-3344 ALL FLOOR COVERINGS Repair & Replace. Material Sales Dwight, 604-980-6048 I’ll show you the inexpensive route www.fccarpets.shawwebspace.ca Century Hardwood Floors ★Hardwood flr refinishing ★Repairs ★ Staining ★ Free Estimate. Contact 604-376-7224 INSTALLATION REFINISHING, Sanding. Free est, great prices. Satisfaction guar. 604-518-7508

8125

Gutters

8087

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

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

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Call Ron 604.377.1345 604.649.1213 CEL 604.984.2313 Res/comm, Excavating, Bobcat, Trucking, Water Lines, Sewer Lines, Drainage, Landscaping. Hrly/Contract. Free Estimates. MINI-EXCAVATOR: Lot grading and levelling, concrete removal and demolition. 604-306-8599

8100

Fireplaces

Fireplace Mantles

Custom built solid wood mantles. Call Andrew Cell 778-229-1952 604-984-4595 www.aclmantles.com PRO GAS LTD Gas fireplaces. Service & safety inspection. 604-925-1341 www.progas.ca

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8130

Handyperson

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

ABBA RENOVATION carpentry, plumbing, wiring, painting, tiling. Work guar, Refs. (604)986-4026/805-8463 ABLE RENOVATIONS All home repairs & renos, large & small, North Shore only 604 319-2677 COVE RENO’S/REPAIRS flooring tile, drywall, painting, finishing 604-454-7978 cove-renos.com

8135

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PRO GAS LTD Furnaces, boilers, gas fitting. Service & installation. 604-925-1341 www.progas.ca

8155

Landscaping

GREATER VANCOUVER PAVING STONE GUYS Specialize in paving stone installation & retaining walls. 20 years exp. Fully insured. Certiﬁed ICPI installer. Andrew 778-991-6535 or Kurt 778-233-5262

CONSTRUCTIVE landscaping.com decking, stone masonry, paving stones, bricks & blocks 604-250-7824... 980-8224 HEDGE REMOVAL, stump grinding, excavator, concrete removal, etc Steve 604-724-3670

8160

Lawn & Garden

8180

Home Services

PCM Seasonal Exterior Home Maintenance Roofs, Gutters, Windows, Decks, Patios & More Call 604-294-6700 www.pomeroyconstruction.com NORTH SHORE Home Services Windows, gutters, power washing 604-988-5294

8185

Moving & Storage

AFFORDABLE MOVING 1 to 3 Men

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

Hauling

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

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

Call Sukh:

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Fall Services

Yard Clean-ups • Hedges Pruning • Gutters • Aeration Lawn Mowing Christmas Lights Rubbish Removal Free Estimates

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FALL GARDEN CLEANUP & TRIMMING. 604-603-2235 Jungle George Your North Shore Resident Fall Garden & Yard Cleanups Hedges & Trees Maintenance George’s cell 604-317-3552 Ny Ton Gardening Tree cutting & topping, yard cleanup, trimming, hedging, 604-782-5288 STEMS & Seeds, yard cleanups, pruning etc, res/com, WCB, insured, 25yrs exp. 604-925-0464

8175

Masonry

NORTHLAND MASONRY. Rock, slate, brick, granite, pavers. 20 yrs exp on the N. Shore. No job to small.. Will 604-805-1582 T-A STONEWALL. Rockwalls, paving stones, Allan block walls, etc. 987-8155 / 250-4117

Plumbing

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

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

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

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

BCIT Carpentry Graduates KWalker Construction

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MOVING Formerly known as Popeyes Moving

Renos, new home construction & bldg maint. Carpenters rate $30/hr.

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8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

NOV. – 3 ROOM SPECIAL $ 495.00 incl. 3 gallons of Benjamin Moore paint Fully insured, Master Painter

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8250

LIONS LONSDALE GATE ROOFING ROOFING

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8220

Plumbing

BBM

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Renovations Big or Small. Water Lines without Digging Broken Water Mains & Sewer Mains. Hot Water Tanks, Plugged Drains, Toilets, Tubs, Leaky Faucets & Broken Pipes, Irrigation Sprinkler Systems. 24 / 7 Emergency Service Fully Licenced & WCB.

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8255

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Interior & Exterior

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Roofing

604-591-3500

PRIMO PAINTING

A CLEAN PAINT JOB. Quality 1 room from $127. Int-ext, WCB 22 yrs exp. Cell: 604-727-2700

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PLUMBERS

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8250

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Heating

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Excavating

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LYNN VALLEY ROOFING, 30 yrs exp. All maintenance & more. 604-600-2570 Peter - Thank you

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Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

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

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Tiling

ETNA CERAMIC Tile & Remodelling. Kitchen & Bath Specialists. 30 years exp., Call 778-829-3368.

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Tree Services

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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) A. A. BESTPRO Tree Service LTD. Tree top trim, Hedge Trimming, Pruning, Tree Removal, Stump Grinding etc. CALL SUKH free est. 604-726-9152 or 604-984-1988 ★AAA★ TREE SERVICE. Tree & stump removal, pruning/trimming. Ins & cert. arborist 604-987-8500 Treeworks 15 yrs exp. Tree/ Stump Removal, Prun’in & Trim’in & View Work 291-7778, 787-5915 www.treeworksonline.ca

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Window Cleaning

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