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Gillan discipline hearing continues Jane Seyd

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WEST Vancouver police constable Griffin Gillan was so drunk when he was arrested by Vancouver police outside the Hyatt Regency on Jan. 20, 2009 that he yelled, spat on a police car and seemed in danger of falling over, according to officers on the scene.

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JO Dunlop (left), Florene Belmore and Linda Feil of the North Vancouver Arts Council are ready for the Art Rental show Jan 14-29 at the CityScape Community Art Space, 355 Lonsdale Ave. If you like the idea of art on your walls but aren’t sure where to start, this is the place. Rentals start at $10 a month and you can meet the artists Thursday, 7-9 p.m., at the opening reception.

“My impression was he was extremely intoxicated, to the point of almost falling over,” said Sgt. Mark Andrews of the Vancouver Police Department at a hearing being conducted by the Officer of the Police Complaints Commissioner this week.

The police complaints commissioner ordered the hearing to review whether the professional discipline handed to Gillan was stiff enough after Gillan attacked newspaper carrier Firoz Khan outside of See VPD 3

Budget numbers divide WV council

Niamh Scallan

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JUST weeks after District of West Vancouver councillors slashed the suggested property tax increase for 2011 from 2.35 to 1.1 percent, demands for a further reduction to zero percent filled the council chamber at a meeting Monday evening.

“I do believe that the District of West Vancouver, council and staff, can do better than what we have on the table tonight and I believe the citizens of West Vancouver deserve better,” Coun.

Michael Lewis said, garnering applause from a crowd of residents

1.1 per cent increase OK’d in split vote, but further cuts possible have your say at nsnews.com

who attended the meeting to fight for a zero per cent tax increase.

After two hours of heated public input, discussion and debate, councillors voted 4-3 to pass the five-year financial plan bylaw to third reading. Couns. Bill Soprovich, Michael Lewis and Shannon Walker voted against the move to raise property taxes, instead calling for a reduction in spending.

While divided in their vote, councillors agreed to explore ways to reduce the district’s projected property tax increase to zero per cent. Council will meet with staff during an in-camera session Jan. 17 to examine the budget and decide if and where spending cuts are possible. Approximately $600,000 in general funds must be eliminated from the 2011 budget to support a zero per cent tax increase.

Gordon Ward-Hall of the Ambleside and Dundarave Ratepayers’ Association — part of the contingent supporting a zero per cent property tax — urged councillors to cut back on operating expenses instead of increasing the tax burden on residents. “This is essential

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Oil pollutes West Vancouver stream Leaky underground storage tank suspected, its location unknown James Weldon jweldon@nsnews.com

MUNICIPAL staff are trying to track the source of an oil slick in a West Vancouver stream that has created a smell so pungent some neighbours have felt compelled to seal their windows and keep children away from the watercourse. have your say at nsnews.com

Residents in and around the 1100-block of Queens Avenue, a quiet neighbouhood near Sentinel secondary, say they began complaining about a strong odour of petroleum six weeks ago or more. The source appears to be an oily slick that showed up in a small stream in the area just as heavy rains arrived in the fall.

“We have to keep all our windows closed on the house because of the fumes,” said John Saldat, whose property backs on to the stream. “When the wind’s coming from a certain direction, the fumes are so bad that we can’t even sleep at night.”

It’s not just an environmental issue, he said. Saldat has become concerned the chemical might pose a threat to health since a worker complained to him that he had developed an acute headache after performing a survey in the area.

Some neighbours have told him they have been keeping their children away from the stream as a precaution, he said.

Both the district and the provincial ministry of the environment are aware of the problem. Municipal workers have put straw and small containment booms in the stream in an effort to stop the slick’s spread and are checking them regularly, but they have not NEWS photo Mike Wakefield yet identified the source. To date, West Vancouver has got as far as sending letters to seven homeowners in the area asking OILY scum gathers against a barrier of straw and floating booms in a stream near West Vancouver’s Queens permission to come on to their properties with metal detectors. Avenue. The pungent chemical has been leeching into the waterway for several weeks.

It’s too early to say where the chemical is coming from, said Brent Leigh, West Vancouver’s deputy chief administrative officer, but he Leigh said the municipality is aware of the neighbourhood’s history, but that speculated that an old buried heating oil tank might be the culprit. Thousands the issue might not be so simple. Given the size of the original property, it’s of such tanks are believed to be buried next to homes all over the municipality. possible the tank might have been buried some distance uphill from the farmhouse The aging containers, many of which are filled with toxic heating oil, have created for ease of access. a headache in recent years for homeowners and local government as they have The district was hoping to have property access issues resolved by the end of begun to disintegrate.

Tuesday, and a contractor on site looking for the source by the end of the week.

If the top of the container at the Queens Avenue site has been breached Leigh is hopeful it will be easy to find and dig out. If it proves to be elusive, recently, then rainwater will be seeping in, pushing oil up and out — explaining the project will likely become a contaminated site investigation, which would drag why the smell seems to worsen in wet weather. things out and add significant expense.

“But I wouldn’t even want to print that, cause that’s just guessing,” said “If somebody put a house on top of (it), it could take some time to scope it Leigh. out.”

Municipal records don’t show an oil tank in the area, but information on the The municipality generally requires homeowners to cover the cost of tank containers’ locations is notoriously incomplete. removal, but given the urgency of the situation, it will likely just bite the bullet To Saldat, an engineer, it’s a no-brainer. this time, said Leigh. “We’d be more concerned about getting it addressed,” he Jane Seyd The land around the spill used to be a single large estate nicknamed “the farm,” said. “The cost we’d incur to pull it out of the ground is a much lesser cost than he said. About 30 years ago, the property was subdivided and new homes put up worrying about who’d pay for it. If the jurisdiction of the tank isn’t clear, we’d jseyd@nsnews.com on the resulting smaller parcels. Since underground oil tanks fell largely out of likely just get it done.”

THE mother of a West favour before that happened, the leaking container, if there is one, is more than Technically, the project involves multiple levels of government, but in reality, Vancouver man who was likely buried next to the original farmhouse — which happens to be the home the province’s role is somewhat limited, said Leigh. stabbed to death outside next door to his. And to his eyes, it appears the slick starts at the downhill edge of “They show great interest in calling our staff (and asking) how we are the Hollyburn Country that property. It at least seems like a logical place to start looking, he said. proceeding in solving the problem,” he said.

Hollyburn killer gets day parole

VPD cop testifies drinking culture changed From page 1

the Hyatt following a night of binge drinking with two fellow officers.

He pled guilty to assault of Khan in July 2009 and received a 21-day conditional sentence plus six-months probation.

Following the criminal case, an internal police investigation conducted by Abbotsford Chief Const.

Bob Rich recommended the West Vancouver officer be reduced in rank from constable to probationary constable and be given a 10-day unpaid suspension on top of the 11 months he had already spent off the payroll.

But in light of the high-profile nature of the case, the police complaints comissioner ordered a public hearing into that decision. That is now taking place before adjudicator Harry Boyle in a Robson Street provincial courthouse.

This week, Boyle heard from several arresting officers along with their supervising sergeant and a lead investigator in the case.

Andrews testified on Monday that Gillan was “yelling and shouting” at the scene despite being handcuffed. Soon after, Andrews said he saw Gillan spit on the hood of a nearby police car. “I made eye contact with him and said please stop spitting on my car,” said Andews.

“He spat on the car again,” Andrews said. Andrews

said he decided to ignore Gillan’s behaviour after that. “Every so often he would turn and spit on the windshield.”

Under questioning by Gillan’s defence lawyer David Butcher, Andrews said, “Of the three of (the RCMP officers arrested that night), Gillan was by far the most intoxicated.”

Butcher then asked Andrews about whether heavy drinking is something often seen among off-duty members of the police force.

“Is it your experience that some young officers do engage in very heavy drinking sometimes?” he asked.

“When I was first on the job there was a culture of heavy drinking among police officers. Now that culture has changed,” said Andrews.

“What was typical when I first started policing would now be considered abnormal.”

Butcher also quizzed Andrews on police officers he knew who had kept their jobs despite criminal convictions.

“Off the top of my head I can think of half a dozen who have minor criminal records,” said Andrews. He said those officers had records for common assault or impaired driving.

“A common assault conviction doesn’t necessarily render a person unfit, is that correct?” asked Butcher.

“Yes,” said Andrews.

Butcher also asked Andrews if he was aware the assault on Khan happened just two days after the

Braidwood Inquiry into the tasering death of Robert Dziekanski at Vancouver Airport had began.

He also asked Andrews what he thought of thenWest Vancouver police chief Kash Heed “(arranging) for television cameras to record the suspension of my client.”

“Making the suspension of an officer public like that, I personally didn’t agree with it,” said Andrews.

“I didn’t think it was fair to Mr. Gillan.”

A portion of a videotaped interview with Gillan was also played at the hearing Monday. In it, Gillan told an investigator he probably had 25 drinks on the night of the incident and didn’t remember anything that happened before he even got to the last bar the three officers visited that night.

Asked how much he’d had to drink, Gillan replied, “It was just one after the other, all night.”

Sitting with crossed arms, shaking his head and rubbing his face in the video, Gillan appeared shocked when told, “You pretty much attacked (Khan), unprovoked.”

Later he told the investigating officer that what was happening was “a nightmare” and that he’d never been that drunk before.

The officer agreed under questioning from Butcher that Gillan had requested that his blood be sampled, concerned that he may have been drugged that night.

But no sample was taken until it would have been too late to detect the presence of such drugs, Butcher said.

Club in 2006 has voiced shock and dismay after her son’s killer was granted day parole on Tuesday.

Diane Goos said it’s deeply disturbing that someone could kill her son Josh Goos by “stabbing him 33 times and only spend two years in jail. . . .”

Goos said she also finds it incredible that her son’s killer, Sasan Ansari, is expecting to be readmitted to law school at the University of British Columbia and to work at a Vancouver law firm.

Ansari was granted day parole Tuesday after winning an appeal of an earlier August parole board hearing that turned down his request for release.

Following the August hearing, the parole board said in the interests of public safety, Ansari needed to complete rehabilitation programs before being let out of jail.

Ansari appealed that decision, saying the board was biased against him and had refused to See Ansari page 5

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Readers of today’s issue will notice a new addition to our front page: a funny-looking symbol near the upper left-hand corner, right next to the date.

The more tech savvy members of our readership will recognize it right away as a QR code, a scannable pattern similar to a barcode that allows users of iPhones and other smart phones to jump directly to the News’ website, www.nsnews.com.

If you have a smartphone handy, give it a go. Download a QR reader application from your phone’s software store, open it and then hold your phone over the code so that it displays on screen. A moment later, you’ll be on our site. Want to see a photo gallery connected to a sports story? Want to make a comment online? Now it’s easier than ever to pull it up instantaneously.

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and achievable considering the increase in operating expenses in the past 10 years,” he told councillors during the public input period.

“We must reduce and not just carry on as is.”

“It boils down to too many people earning too much money,” another resident added, referring to the District of West Vancouver’s $64.8 million operating fees in 2011.

But others supported council’s earlier decision to increase West Vancouver property taxes by 1.1 per cent.

“While zero would be nice, the proposed 1.1 per cent looks reasonable,” resident Alex Tunner said. “There are constraints in the system that have been identified, and the judgement of staff having to deal with these must be respected.”

Coun. Michael Smith expressed frustration with the idea of a zero per cent property tax increase, calling it a “bad business decision” due to the enormous costs — primarily infrastructural — faced by the district in the coming years.

“Last year, we froze taxes, we spent more than five per cent more and we cut infrastructure . . . all we’re doing is passing on those costs to future citizens,” Smith said. “I’m personally not prepared to play that game because I think it’s dishonest.”

But he also added that he would support a zero per cent tax increase if council found a sustainable and realistic way of doing so.

After an exhaustive debate, councillors supported the motion put forward by Coun. Michael Lewis to explore opportunities to cut spending — a move that could eliminate the anticipated property tax increase for 2011. Councillors will reconvene with staff Jan 17 to address the issue.

THE North Shore News’ paper edition is going hi-tech.

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THE North Shore News’ new QR reader code, appearing for the first time in this issue, allows smartphone users to jump to our website simply by scanning the front page.

Ansari says he has no memory of killing From page 3

accept the court’s decision about whether he was an “undue risk to reoffend.”

The parole board granted Ansari’s appeal and ordered a new hearing on largely technical grounds.

Ansari was sent to jail in December, 2008 following a jury trial in B.C. Supreme Court.

The jury heard Ansari and Goos — former high school friends — had fallen out over a $90,000 loan Goos had made to Ansari and wanted him to repay.

Some of the violent attack was captured

on video surveillance cameras at the club.

During the trial, Ansari admitted he had killed Goos but relied on a defence of automatism, saying he had no memory of the actual stabbing or of what happened after.

The B.C. Court of Appeal later rejected a Crown appeal to increase Ansari’s sentence to eight years.

Ansari became eligible to apply for day parole in February of last year and to apply for full parole in August.

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Several members of Goos family attended the parole hearing on Tuesday.

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Unreasonable doubt T

HE way the police and the province tell it, B.C.’s civil forfeiture rules are part of an important arsenal used to go after the bad guys.

Reality isn’t so simple. Who are the bad guys and who gets to decide that?

It used to be, that was an issue for courts to decide after a fair hearing of all the facts. And seizing “proceeds of crime” would happen after a criminal conviction. That’s how the province knew that they were in fact ill-gotten gains.

But increasingly, fair process has become regarded as unwieldy, timeconsuming and unnecessary by authorities, who are choosing to skip right over the criminal charges in favour of seizing assets.

Why waste energy in court trying to

prove a difficult case when you don’t have to — or as the province recently put it “when criminal convictions seem unlikely”? Under civil forfeiture rules, it’s seize first, assume guilt second. Those who want to prove their innocence have the option of trying that later.

That’s fine if you’re the province or the police. Not so good if it’s your house or car being taken. Seizing assets without evidence of a crime “beyond a reasonable doubt” is a big step down the slippery slope to becoming a police state. A criminal conviction isn’t simply a technicality. It is the basis for determining if substantial wrong has occurred in our society.

To seize assets on the basis of suspicion — suspicion that would likely not be enough to convince a judge of guilt — is a chillingly Kafka-esque prospect.

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A booming new year to railside residents

Dear Editor: The booming waterfront noises are not Australian reindeer, eh.

After reading the Dec. 19 North Shore News story NV Exports Soar on Coal Boom, rail neighbours wonder if the rest of the North Shore know what else is “booming.”

What else is that transnational CN train operations are providing some 50 per cent more “booming” shunting operations to service the supply increases to those shippers of commodities like coal, potash, sulphur, copper, wood pellets, wood chips etc.

Forget the notion that long trains to be processed are a plus: it means more breaking up and reassembling of long trains along the entire waterfront.

And crash, boom and bang it is, especially at night hours, with unsupervised CN crews who mostly don’t give a

damn since CN management apparently doesn’t either.

Those of us living in the immediate proximity of the “booming” rail baron — and that applies right across this great country of ours — get no consideration and no mediation effort of noise impacts on our communities,

who were here first by the way.

All three levels of government, port authorities and B.C. Rail properties pass the ball when it comes to exercising their jurisdictional authority and encourage new expansions without requiring simultaneous and actual

measures of noise impact mitigations.

We are used to a certain level of industrial noise over 30 years and we do not ask the operations to move out, but rather just ask to turn down the volume and for them collaboratively to make plans and start implementing

mitigation measures ASAP, especially when considering their “booming” profits.

This is the 21st century after all and high time to move on from the Wild West frontier days and attitudes of the 19th century.

Check out an interesting site www.railandreason.com.

I am just sounding off, but obviously at a much lower noise level than the 100decibel “whistles,” a.k.a. horns, on these locomotives.

I hope we can look at the reverse side of the “booming” coin.

K’nud Hille North Vancouver

B.C. RCMP could use translators other than French Dear Editor: There are many laws in today’s society, and the law must be obeyed. But in certain situations, it is often a case of needing to alter the law so that it serves the citizens in a more practical manner.

There was a time when women could not vote, when racism laws were inadequate, that people could smoke anywhere and you could drink a number of drinks and still drive — all within the law.

Canada is a bilingual country by law. However, the evolution of the country has left it somewhat altered since 1763, especially in recent decades and years — and even more so in British Columbia. The B.C. population that has French as a mother tongue is almost all completely bilingual or has a strong

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command of the English language, likely more so overall than other ethnic groups, simply from having English education from a young age, even if French was the priority language taught. According to the figures in your Dec. 10 story, RCMP News Releases Must Also Be Released in French, they constitute 1.2 per cent of the local population on the North Shore.

We are now going to see the RCMP go to great lengths to translate key documents and notices into French, although the vast majority of the population is not capable of understanding these papers, nor needs to do so. The only group that could potentially benefit, the mother-tongue French speakers, are likely perfectly happy with information in English.

Would it not be much more practical for the

RCMP to use their resources to employ more ethnic minorities, and also translators of Farsi, Chinese and Korean languages to assist and advise them with announcements and encourage participation? Is this not a much better use of public money and resources that would also lead to much improved benefits for the community and the groups involved?

In the meantime it may be easier, more practical, and a lot less costly, for the B.C. RCMP to ask for exoneration from the law forcing them to provide up to date translations in French. The Bloc Québecois could possibly object in a manner that suggests that the province of B.C. is looking for independence.

Tony Merkin North Vancouver

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Wednesday, January 12, 2011 - North Shore News - A7

Heads in the sand won’t lessen dementia

“Grace Dorian stared in bewilderment at the papers on her desk . . . had no idea what they were for. She riffled the stack, searching for hints. Not papers. Letters . . . . Think, she cried, fighting panic.”

Bestselling author, Barbara Delinsky, 1995

WHEN I purchased Barbara Delinsky’s Shades of Grace shortly before Christmas, I did so without first checking the storyline because I have enjoyed the author’s writing in the past.

That was fortunate because, had I known the subject matter ahead of time, I might well have left the book on the shelf for another day and thereby missed an important read.

In short, 61-year old Grace Dorian was bewildered and afraid because she was living with Alzheimer’s disease.

Diagnosed a year before the fictional story began, her symptoms were increasing.

They were also becoming more varied and much harder for family members to ignore, deny or explain away as part of a simple aging process or the stresses of a busy life.

In the real world, such experiences and reactions are the stuff of daily life for more than 77,000 British Columbians and their families.

Just Asking

Elizabeth James Approximately two-thirds of those who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s are female.

Although age is the commonest risk factor, the disease has been recognized in people as young as age 40, and the Alzheimer Society of B.C. reports that “nearly 10,000 of (affected) British Columbians are baby-boomers under the age of 65.”

Of even more concern is that Rising Tide: The Impact of Dementia on British Columbia 20082038 reports that if nothing changes, by 2038 more than 1.1 million Canadians — including 177,684 British Columbians — will be living with dementia. The associated economic costs are projected to reach a cumulative total of more than $130 billion.

Within 30 years, family members in B.C. are expected to be providing nearly 120 million hours of unpaid care.

The depressing news is that although there have

been many advances in our knowledge of the disease, the processes by which a person moves toward a diagnosis are still not fully understood. As yet, there is no known cure.

The good news is that throughout the western world, governments, researchers, caregivers, even sufferers themselves are combining forces in a concerted effort to change that, and significant improvements are being made in both treatment protocols and in support for family caregivers.

If those efforts are to succeed, however, there first must be awareness, and in that regard the results of a cross-Canada July 2010 online survey by Vertex Consultants were less than encouraging: Twenty-three per cent of 1,006 Canadians between ages 45 to 65 were unable to name any of the early signs of AD and related dementias: memory loss, mood changes, misplacing common items, wandering, losing track of time and place.

While half of those surveyed were aware that memory loss is an important symptom of AD, they were unaware of other signs.

Nor did they score much better on their knowledge of risk factors for the disease, or the simple but important

lifestyle changes that can help prevent AD or slow its progression.

It is this lack of community awareness that, in part, is the impetus for Shaping the Journey, a series of family-oriented educational workshops initiated by the Alzheimer’s Society here on the North Shore and in other B.C. communities.

Running from Jan. 21 to Feb. 25, six two-hour sessions will cover: ■ the brain and dementia; ■ the impact of hearing the diagnosis; ■ maintaining general health; ■ life after the diagnosis; ■ planning ahead; ■ maintaining your spirit.

But above and beyond the more formal efforts, if awareness and early detection are to increase, I believe there’s another hurdle that needs to be overcome first — a hurdle that might best be described as “the head in the sand” syndrome. Something akin to that other alibi for not seeking out knowledge: what you don’t know can’t hurt you.

Well if lack of knowledge leads to lack of prevention on our part it sure can hurt us — in both economic and compassionate terms: Provincial government projections tell us that, within

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So if we are struggling to contain health-care costs today when they are already hovering around 50 per cent of the provincial budget, we need to take our heads out of that sand and work to do everything we can to avert and/or prepare for that rising tide.

On compassionate grounds, my guess is that a survey would reveal that a diagnosis of dementia would come close to a verdict of cancer, in the minds of both the afflicted and their family members.

Does that not explain why, at my age, my immediate reaction would have been to return Delinsky’s book to the shelf had I known what the story was about?

After all, who, in the acreage of a multilevel parking lot, has not experienced a tiny moment

of panic when the car is not where we thought we’d parked it?

Who has not misplaced keys, forgotten why they went from one room to another or, my favourite, left the green shopping bags in the car when entering the grocery store?

But when one arrives at a “certain” age — at least in my experience — the times when that same distractive forgetfulness happened at age 30 or less have, themselves, been forgotten.

Today, there’s always the niggling thought that if I’m not to be felled by the latest variant of influenza, by cancer or by heart disease then, by default, dementia will see me off this earthly plane.

For me, as was the case with the fictional Grace Dorian and her family, it is likely that a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or of other forms of dementia would first lead to fear, a covering up of symptoms, denial, even anger.

It doesn’t have to be that way. Although, surely, most of

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Lane markings are not just a suggestion QUESTION:

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M. Bell North Vancouver

Is it illegal to cross a solid white line?

This question is specifically referring to the Mount Seymour Parkway/Capilano College exit from Highway 1, also known as exits 22A and 22B. Drivers are taking exit 22B when they should be taking exit 22A. They try and cross two lanes of moving traffic in a very short distance.

Gordon Miller North Vancouver

Thank you Mr. Miller and M. Bell for your questions.

Mr. Miller, if I understand you correctly, then your question relates to Fern Street, on the North side of the Ironworker’s Memorial Second Narrows Crossing, just north of the Main Street and Dollarton Highway exits.

At that location, two exits allow drivers travelling north/west to leave Highway 1, the first of which (exit 22B)

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QUESTION: Is it legal or illegal to make

merges onto Fern Street from where it directs drivers to merge only east onto Mount Seymour Parkway, effectively bypassing the traffic lights at the intersection at Lillooet Road.

This is accomplished through the use of a solid white line that separates the exit lane from the four other lanes on Fern Street.

Section 151 of the Motor Vehicle Act prohibits a driver who is travelling on a laned roadway from crossing a single solid white line, except when overtaking another vehicle.

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Judge fines West Van wine store owners

Customers did nothing as U-brew rules flouted Jane Seyd jseyd@nsnews.com

THE owners of a former West Vancouver wine-making shop once described as a u-brew for the Bentleydriving set have pleaded guilty to breaking provincial tax regulations and been fined by a provincial court judge.

Up until two years ago, Il Vino Winemakers had a devoted following among well-heeled customers, who flocked to the shop to get in on wine that cost under $10 a bottle to make but could easily pass for vintages worth three times that price.

But all of that came crashing down in the summer of 2008 when provincial regulators yanked the shop’s licence, saying it was violating provincial liquor regulations. The liquor board

also seized a large quantity of wine on the premises saying it was being illegally produced.

The winemaking store was forced to shut down after that.

In December 2010, former owner Lorenza Gallia pleaded guilty to skirting provincial taxes in connection with $36,000 of wine sales at the shop and was fined $7,200. Andrew Seminari, the son of master winemaker Gianni Seminari, also pleaded guilty to flouting the regulations as well as selling wine produced for personal use.

He was fined $2,500.

Essentially,provincialregulatorssaidcustomers of the luxury wine shop weren’t involved enough in the winemaking for the business to qualify as a u-vin. That meant the business should have been charging 10 per cent tax on their product, like other commercially produced wine.

Part of the problem was precisely because the u-vin was making high-end wine with grapes brought in from the Okanagan and Washington State growing areas. Unlike regular u-vin operations, there was no necessity for customers to add enzymes to juice to start the fermentation process, because the enzyme was naturally present on the grape skins. But with nothing

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Presenting the North Shore Family Court and Youth Justice Committee’s annual report to West Vancouver, consultant Tina McCabe told councillors that domestic violence cases at the North Vancouver provincial court rose by more than 41 per cent since 2007.

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for the customer to do at the front end of the winemaking process, the business essentially crossed the line into commercial production.

Customers would only show up at the end of the process — sometimes as much as one or two years later — to bottle and cork the wine.

Provincial regulators began investigating the company in the spring of 2008 after receiving a complaint that the business wasn’t complying with provincial regulations.

Investigators interviewed a dozen customers, who admitted they weren’t involved in the actual winemaking.

Investigators also found advertisements for a

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Seminari offered to sell investigators posing as parents looking to buy wine for a fictitious daughter’s wedding wine for $8 to $11 a bottle.

Seminari sold the tax-free wine to investigators on three different occasions.

Regulators raided the business under a search warrant on June 23, 2008.

Prosecutor Gerry Sair acknowledged outside the court the wine shop’s well-heeled customers were sad to see it go. “The customers loved the product,” he said. “They were very disappointed.”

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A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for a West Vancouver man accused of bilking people out of $60,000 for Olympic tickets he never delivered.

Sean McConnell Stuart, 31, is facing charges of fraud over $5,000, fraud under $5,000, theft and possession of property obtained by crime.

Stuart advertised the tickets for premier events such as the gold-medal hockey game and opening ceremonies over Internet classified websites such as Craigslist and Kijiji beginning in December, 2008.

So far, 26 people have come forward, with most victims in Canada and the United States, but some as far away as Croatia. Most paid

just a 50 per cent deposit on the tickets, but a handful paid the full sale price.

While many of the victims had met Stuart and even signed contracts, he left Vancouver sometime in 2009 and hasn’t been located since, though police believe he may be in the United States.

“What makes this a criminal matter is the fact that we the police can prove that there was intent there all along not to deliver on the tickets — that Mr. Stuart didn’t have access to the tickets he said he had access to,” said Det. Erin Findlay of the West Vancouver police.

It wasn’t until January, 2010, when some victims realized they had been cheated, that WVPD became aware of the problem.

“The investigation was a lengthy one. It involvedproductionordersforbankdocuments, it involved liaising with VANOC throughout the Olympics as well as after the Olympics, and new victims kept coming forward in the months following the Olympics,” said Findlay.

“We know there are more victims, we’ve just not been able to identify them. There could be more out of the country.”

West Van dentist has brush with crime

POLICE are on the hunt for some fresh-breathed thieves after they stole $20,000 worth of dental equipment from a West Vancouver storage locker in November.

The perpetrators broke into the locker inside a dentist’s residence in the 6600-block of Royal Avenue some time between Nov. 13 and Nov. 17 and made off with a slew of tools and supplies, including items for cleaning, drilling, filling and other procedures, according to police.

Investigators have no suspects in the case, but they’re hoping a member of the public saw something at the time of the incident, or has since come across some of the things that were taken.

“It’s definitely unusual,” said Cpl. Jag Johal, a spokesman for the West Vancouver police.

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Mayors’ golf tourney to benefit seniors

NV and WV bus services to get guaranteed funds Manisha Krishnan

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TWO North Shore bus services will continue to help seniors make their way around the community thanks in part to a substantial donation from the upcoming Mayors’ Golf Tournament.

Organizers behind the fourth annual North Shore Mayors’ Golf Tournament recently committed to donating $50,000 to the North Shore Seniors Go Bus in North Vancouver and the Seniors’ Shuttle Service in West Vancouver. The services are to split the funding 75-25 respectively based on the ratio of populations between the District and City of North Vancouver, and West Vancouver.

For the Go Bus, which came close to shutting down last summer, the money provides a chance to keep operating over the next couple of years.

“What they’ve asked us to do is make the money stretch from middle of 2011 to the middle of 2013,” said Annwen Loverin, executive director of Silver Harbour Seniors’ Activity Centre, which runs the Go Bus. “What that also does is allows us to leverage other funding sources. When donors and grant giving organizations know that you have a base of funding, they’re more likely to contribute because they know that the program has some guaranteed success.”

That logic has stood true so far, as the Go Bus,

which costs $60,000 a year to operate, is now just $10,000 shy of being fully funded for 2011.

“It’s a great position to be in,” said Loverin.

The Go Bus operates three days a week, picking up seniors around the community and dropping them off at recreation centres, grocery stores, pharmacies, medical appointments and even friends’ houses. It offers an average of 60 rides a day and is more flexible than the HandyDart in that there’s no registration required and last minute booking is available, said Loverin.

There’s also less of a stigma, she added.

“Some seniors feel HandyDart is . . . a service for people who are handicapped as the title says, where as Seniors Go Bus is designed for seniors who need transportation and there is no distinction or labelling that someone has a disability or is disadvantaged in any way.”

Similarly, West Vancouver’s Seniors’ Shuttle operates on a set route around Ambleside, Dundarave and Park Royal, transporting an average of 40 passengers a day to various community engagements.

Estimated expenses for 2011 are $56,000 and while money from the Mayors’ Golf Tournament will help with that, the publicity that comes with it is really the bigger gain.

“I think the key thing there . . . is just the fact that the profile is there. There are a lot of people interested in it and a lot of people participate in it, so it gets the word out about the shuttle bus,” said Lynda Shaw, managing supervisor of the West Vancouver Seniors Activity Centre, which oversees the service. “The shuttle bus is one of these much loved things in West Vancouver and it’s not going to go away, but it’s always going to

Notice of Alternative Approval Process – Contingent Liabilities in Proposed Lease

Notice is hereby given that the District of West Vancouver has entered into an agreement with Pacific Arbour Retirement Communities Inc. to lease District-owned land labelled as the “Proposed Development Site” on the sketch plan shown. The term of the proposed lease is 125 years and the rent for the term will be $14,500,000 to be paid in full on the commencement date of the proposed lease (the “Basic Rent”). The District will incur two contingent capital liabilities (the “Contingent Liabilities”) as follows: (a) the District must return to Pacific Arbour $13,050,000 of the Basic Rent (in the amount of $14,500,000) if the District terminates the lease as a result of a failure by Pacific Arbour to commence construction of its proposed development on the Proposed Development Site within 12 months of the commencement date of the lease (the $1,450,000 balance of the Basic Rent will be retained by the District as liquidated damages); and (b) the District must pay to Pacific Arbour 75% of the net proceeds that it receives when it leases the Proposed Development Site to another developer if the District re-enters the site as a result of a failure by Pacific Arbour to meet any of the other construction milestones in the lease, but the District will retain all of the Basic Rent (in the amount of $14,500,000).

The above two Contingent Liabilities may never arise, and the exact amount of the second Contingent Liability described in (b) above cannot be determined at this time.

The District may proceed with the proposed lease containing the Contingent Liabilities unless at least 10% of the electors of the entire District of West Vancouver sign elector response forms and submit them to the District by the deadline of 4:00 pm on February 11, 2011. If 10% of the electors sign and submit elector response forms by the deadline, the District must obtain the assent of the electors before proceeding.

Notice of Alternative Approval Process – Removal of Park Dedication

Notice is also hereby given that the District of West Vancouver intends to adopt Miscellaneous Parks Dedication Bylaw No. 1091,

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1945, Amendment Bylaw No. 4670, 2010 (the “Park Dedication Removal Bylaw”). This proposed bylaw removes the dedication for park purposes, as set out in the District’s Bylaw No. 1091, 1945, of District-owned land known as John Richardson Park, legally described as parcel identifier 012-809-829, Lot 19, Block 4, East part of District Lot 554, Plan 3522.

expanding ridership in the west of the district and adding new checkpoints such as the library.

least 10% of the electors of the entire District of West Vancouver sign elector response forms and submit them to the District by the deadline of 4:00 pm on February 11, 2011. If 10% of the electors sign and submit elector response forms by the deadline, Council must obtain the assent of the electors before adopting the Park Dedication Removal Bylaw.

General Provisions Applicable to Both of the Alternative Approval Processes

Sketch Plan of Proposed Development Site and reconfigured John Richardson Park

The Park Dedication Removal Bylaw would facilitate the reconfiguration of John Richardson Park (the “Reconfiguration”), without changing the size of the Park, for the purpose of (a) facilitating the creation of the Proposed Development Site (defined above); (b) creating park access from 22nd Street; and (c) correcting an anomaly in the configuration of the dedicated corridor for Marine Drive, all as shown on the sketch plan set out above. This proposed Reconfiguration requires that the park dedication be removed (the reconfigured park will then be rededicated by subdivision plan under section 107 of the Land Title Act).

Council may adopt the Park Dedication Removal Bylaw unless at

The District estimates that 3,255 is the total number of eligible electors who would need to submit signed elector response forms for either or both of the above alternative approval processes in order to prevent the District from proceeding with the proposed lease or adopting the Park Dedication Removal Bylaw, as the case may be, without the assent of the electors.

Elector responses must be in the form established by the District.

These forms are available on request from the Municipal Hall, 750 17th Street, West Vancouver, BC V7V 3T3 (phone 604-925-7004). The only persons entitled to sign the forms are electors of the District.

The agreement to lease, the proposed lease containing Contingent Liabilities, the Park Dedication Removal Bylaw and documents and records relating thereto are available (as of December 23, 2010) for public inspection at the West Vancouver Municipal Hall at 750 17th Street, West Vancouver, BC, on regular business days (Monday to Friday except statutory holidays) between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.

Public Information Meeting

The District will hold a Public Information Meeting regarding: (a) the Park Dedication Removal Bylaw, the proposed reconfiguration of John Richardson Park, and the preliminary design plans for the reconfigured Park; and (b) the lease to Pacific Arbour, the Contingent Liabilities and Pacific Arbour’s proposed development on the Proposed Development Site. All interested persons are invited to attend.

Meeting Date: Thursday, January 13, 2011 Time: 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm Location: West Vancouver Memorial Library (in Welsh Hall) at 1950 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC Dated this 23rd day of December 2010 S.Scholes, Municipal Clerk, The Corporation of the District of West Vancouver.

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Scout leader Doug Turnbull unloads a tree at the 30th Seymour Scouts chip-up.

Marking the end of the holiday season, Christmas tree chipping events took place across the North Shore this weekend. The Scouts, Lions Club, local schools and the City of North Vancouver firefighters were among the groups that accepted trees by donation and reduced them to sawdust and chips to be used in gardens, city paths and parks. The various groups use the donations to help fund their operations and programs and the firefighters use proceeds to award scholarships.

North Shore tree chip-ups

by Paul McGrath and Cindy Goodman

Peter Rennie of Davey Tree gets ready to chip at the 30th Seymour Scouts event.

Elysia Dalgarno adds another tree to the pile.

Scout leader Ken Gregson whips up a vat of hot chocolate.

Scouts Teagan Dawson and Tushya Iyer take a break.

John Hollands and Shawn Maddess volunteer at Irwin Park elementary. Money raised supports the Grade 7 class’ legacy gift.

City of North Vancouver firefighters Mark Curtin, Andy Schmidt and James Ashley volunteer.

Roger Green attends the firefighters’ event with his daughter Kate.

Please direct requests for event coverage to: emcphee@nsnews.com

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YOUR NORTH SHORE GUIDE to HOME & GARDEN

The sweet and sour of soil pH

JANUARY can be a busy time in the garden.

There are design ideas to work on, seeds to order, new plant selections to research, winter pruning and most importantly addressing the pH balance of the soil. Most people lime their lawns every year or two, but few people lime their gardens.

There is an old saying that Dig Deep states: A purple hydrangea Todd Major needs no lime, unless you want pink flowers. Another garden saying says: Rhodies and camellia like their feet tickled with acid soil. Both of these colloquialisms speak directly to the acidity or alkalinity of the soil. The science is that rhodos, hydrangeas and many other garden plants benefit from periodic lime application to adjust the soil’s chemistry, thereby improving nutrient availability and plant health.

Soil chemistry is one of the most complex and misunderstood topics in applied horticulture. Some people dabble in soil chemistry by applying Epsom salts, or acid booster to adjust nutrient problem. Lawn lovers know that if you lime the lawn it looks and grows better. Vegetable gardeners know that most vegetables need rich soil to grow in and that veggies prefer a sweet soil. Sweet and sour are old-school terms used to describe the acidity or alkalinity. A sour soil has an acid pH; a sweet soil has a near-neutral pH. Understanding what pH is and how to adjust it to best suit your crop is fundamental to growing healthy plants.

The term pH (potential of hydrogen) is a measure of acidity or alkalinity in which lower numbers indicate acidity and higher numbers indicate alkalinity. pH is defined as the negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion concentration and it expresses the relationship of hydrogen ions (H+) and hydroxyl ions (OH-). Since pH is represented by logarithms, the actual concentration of either H+ or OH- at any given pH is 10 times that of the preceding pH. For example, pH5 is 10 times more acid than pH6 and pH5 is 100 times more acid than pH7.

In the graphic on the next page — entitled pH Ranges for Common Items, Soils and Plants — the pH scale is drawn to show acidity, alkalinity, where many common items measure on the pH scale and where soils and plants grow best in relation to pH. Common household items are included in the drawing to provide perspective on how acid or alkaline everyday items can be.

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For example, I knew that battery acid was acidic, but who knew that beer has a similar pH to that of sphagnum peat moss? Also of interest in the drawing is the close proximity of human blood and seawater; likely not a coincidence as one of my friends said, “After all, we evolved from the oceans.”

Soils in arid regions of the world have an alkaline pH due to low rainfall and minimal leaching effect. Soils in the humid regions of the world have an acid pH, due to the leaching effect of rainfall. In our region of the world the acidic soils tend to be deficient in magnesium, iron and calcium. But treating only the single nutrient deficiency, for example treating magnesium deficiency by applying Epsom salts, does not treat the root problem, which is a low pH. The real solution to rectifying magnesium deficiency is to apply dolomite lime to raise the soil pH thereby allowing the plant to access available magnesium in the soil.

The pH drawing shows that few plants will grow in very acidic soil or very alkaline soil. Instead most plants prefer to grow in mildly acidic to near-neutral pH soils.

Coincidentally or by design, bacteria and fungi, the true engines of soil fertility, both prefer to grow in mildly acidic soil or nearneutral soil.

The pH of soil has a direct effect on nutrient availability for plants. If a soil is too acidic or too alkaline various nutrients are chemically bound up and unavailable to plants. Adjusting soil pH back into the preferred range for most garden plants and veggies will allow tied up nutrients to be released for plant growth. An interesting side

note is that fertilizer applications on soils that are out of the optimum pH range yield only partial benefits, but the full financial cost, since the applied fertilizer cannot be fully accessed by plants due to the boundaries of soil chemistry.

To test your soil pH take your soil sample to a soil lab or use a pH meter that can be calibrated using buffer solutions.

Using a pH meter that cannot be calibrated is as effective as sticking your tongue in the ground to get a reading. Litmus paper

can give you a range for pH but it is not accurate. Soil pH test kits that read pH by solution colour are only as good as litmus paper. Always test your pH before applying dolomite lime. More lime can be much worse for plants. January and February are a good time to apply lime because we are in the middle of the rainy season and applying lime now will allow rainfall a few months to leach the dolomite lime into the soil to start adjusting pH before spring growth begins. stmajor@shaw.ca.

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Cedar Lecture Series: John Coupar will speak on the history and potential of the Bloedel Conservatory’s addition to VanDusen Botanical Garden and the significance of its horticultural excellence, Thursday, Jan. 13, 7:30 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver.

Admission: $15/$10. Tickets areavailableattheadministration office or at the door. Info: www. vandusengarden.org.

The North Shore Streamkeepers next meeting will be Tuesday, Jan. 18, 7:30 p.m. in the District Municipal Hall, 355 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. Everyone is welcome. Info: www.nssk.ca.

Walks in the Tropics — Plant Adaptations: The first in a series of educational walks designed to familiarize participants with the rich biodiversity found under the See more page 16

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Family Programs at Bloedel Conservatory: In this guided program you will discover diverse tropical plant life and learn about the birds that call Bloedel home, Saturdays,

Bloedel Conservatory dome in Queen Elizabeth Park, Tuesday, Jan. 18, 10:30 a.m.-noon.

Fee: $15/$10. Registration

Jan. 22, Feb. 19 and March 26, 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. in Queen Elizabeth Park, Vancouver. Suitable for families with children ages five-11.

Admission: $20/$10 per family.

Registration required: 604-7185898 or email familyprograms@ vandusen.org. Info: www.

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Capilano Flower Arranging Club meets the second Wednesday of each month (except July and August), 7 p.m. at Delbrook recreation centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. Demonstrations,

guest speakers and workshops.

New members and guests welcome. Info: Donna, 604986-9360 or Heather, 604987-5382.

Green Thumbs Garden Club: A club for beginner or intermediate gardeners meets

on the third Monday of the month, 7 p.m., on the North Shore. Info: 604-990-9394 or www.icangarden.com.

— compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email information for your North Shore non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to listings@nsnews.com.

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NOTICE is hereby given, under the provisions of the Local Government Act, that a Public Meeting will be held on MONDAY, JANUARY 17, 2011 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 141 West 14th Street, North Vancouver, B.C.

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Understanding the differences when disciplining teens can make this stage positive and fun. They are now reaching adulthood Parenting Today and it is important that they become part of the process of Kathy Lynn rule-setting and expectations.

Parents need to listen to their have your say at nsnews.com teens and whenever possible work to negotiate rules that work for the whole family. On the other hand, teens need to know that parents are the final arbiters of any decisions. This gives teens a voice in their lives but also the security of knowing their parents are actually in charge of their upbringing.

When parenting goes wrong, when parents step over the line, they sometimes end up in court. I recently looked at some recent court decisions involving charges of assault against parents and noted that an understanding of basic child discipline principles would have likely avoided this outcome.

As I read through the examples of charges of assault against parents, I noted two realities. Parents hit children because they think they have the right to do so or because they are worried about the safety of their kids. As a result, they react with violence based on this fear.

Teens are a joy to parent when both they and you are clear on the expectations. Some basic parenting strategies can avoid both the misbehaviours of the youth and the physical punishment responses of their parents.

■ When parents determine that they will simply never raise See Teens page 20

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a hand, fist, belt or paddle to their child, there is no risk of physical assault of the child.

■ Regular (usually weekly) family meetings are a valuable tool for families with children of all ages, but particularly with teens.

These meeting allow for discussion of everyone’s schedules and plans for the week including when kids need rides to activities or want to borrow the family car, any rules that need to be updated, and a chance to simply touch base with our busy teens. Meetings are also a great time to plan fun events such as a birthday outing or a holiday trip.

■ Teens need the security of a home base, a place where they can let their hair down and relax, knowing that they are unconditionally loved and accepted. When kids live with divorced parents in two homes, it is imperative that the schedule is clear to the teen and that he feels accepted in either home.

■ Parents need to know where their teens are, whom they are with and how and when they are getting home. Once they have this information they then need to trust that their children will be home when expected. When teens are included in the discussion with their parents and understand why this is important, they are much more likely to follow through. This is different from setting arbitrary curfews. Instead, determine with your teen when she’ll be home based on the particular logistics of the event. If a teen is coming home on the bus alone you will suggest an earlier time, but if she is visiting a nearby friend with the parents at home, the situation is very different.

■ Teens may find themselves in situations with drugs or liquor that may or may not be of their choosing. If they need a safe ride home they need to know they can call a parent to come and get them or can take a cab. When they get home parents need to listen to them before flying off the handle. It may be that they are fine but the driver they were counting on to take them home was not sober.

■ When teens do step over the line it is important that there be a consequence for their misbehaviour but that it be fair and connected to the misbehaviour. For example, if a child comes home drunk, it is fair to tell him that he cannot go to the party next weekend because he has violated your trust. But ensure that he knows that he can go to the next party after that.

■ When teens are regularly acting out, are running away, are drinking or using drugs, parents need to discover the reasons.

NEWS photo Cindy Goodman

WHEN parents make the decision not to raise a hand, fist, belt or paddle to a child, there is no risk of the child being physically assaulted.

This may require counselling.

Adolescence can be a difficult stage for our youth but with caring and consistent parenting, it can be a successful transition to adulthood.

Kathy Lynn is a parenting expert who is a professional speaker, broadcaster, columnist and author of Who’s In Charge Anyway? and But Nobody Told Me I’d Ever Have to Leave Home. For information or to book Kathy for a speaking engagement, go to her website at www.ParentingToday.ca.

kids’ stuff

After-School Sports: Ages eight to 15 can drop in for fun any Monday, Wednesday or Friday, 3:30-5:30 p.m., John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $1.

When your child chooses science, they’re choosing more than a rewarding career.

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Art Studio: Develop your artistic ability while working on your own projects or try something new. Youth ages 1317 can drop in to the studio, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $2.

Crafts Funtastic: Children ages six to 12 can discover the wonderful world of art with creative activities including painting, sponging, drawing, collage and more on Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. at See more page 22

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Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Info: 604-9257422 or www.westvanlibrary.ca.

From page 20 John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Drop-in: $2.

Info: 604-982-8311.

Family Storytime: Stories and fun for the whole family on

Imagination Storytime: A free drop-in program every Wednesday, 10-10:30 a.m. at Active Baby, Capilano Mall, North Vancouver. Suitable for children ages one to five. Info: 604-986-8977.

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Vancouver. Parent participation and supervision is required.

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Storytime: Free weekly imagination storytime for children up to five years old read by North Shore mom Stef Green. Held every Wednesday from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at Active Baby in Capilano Mall.

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For more information call 604-987-8818.

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SEAFOOD SALADS make the plate.

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YOUR NORTH SHORE GUIDE to EXCEPTIONAL CUISINE

Ki-isu: resolution friendly

Deana Lancaster dlancaster@nsnews.com

IT’S time to lighten up.

This January, perhaps more than any other, I feel compelled to look for ways of doing less, but doing it better: spending wisely, speaking thoughtfully, choosing my food with care.

It’s easy enough to dash out during a harried lunch break and grab a greasy fast-food burger, a slappedtogether sandwich or cheap, production-line sushi. I don’t want to do it anymore (although I can’t promise that I never will).

My own New Year’s resolution was not to go on a diet, but to eat less junk and more delicious, original, thoughtful food.

Lucky for me, my pal M suggested a meal at Ki-isu, a tiny Japanese restaurant that opened last summer in Ambleside. It’s the North Shore outpost of a popular Yaletown eatery that’s been drawing sushi lovers since 2005.

Clearly, the younger sibling is just as popular.

When M and I meet there for weekday lunch, every seat is taken. We wait in the entryway, doing our best not to lean on the bank of light switches located shoulder height on the wall (although as M points out, we might encourage lingering diners to leave more quickly with a few flashes of the lights).

Eventually, we score a

NEWS photo Paul McGrath

WHILE Ki-isu Japanese Restaurant serves standard sushi favourites, it’s worth trying the Seasonal Specials: rolls made with unexpected ingredients and flavours. table for two snugged up against the wall, and we check out the updates to what was previously Sakana Sushi, which was the kind of place my new resolution excludes.

Now, instead of industrialhued walls, they are a rich and cosy crimson. Seating is warm wood and dark banquettes, and wood lattice-work adds privacy and visual interest.

The menu shows similar deliberation.

Certainly all the usual suspects are in evidence: dynamite, California, tuna and salmon roll; sashimi constructed with slices of raw tuna, salmon, toro and yellowtail.

But what’s this? Tuna

Carpaccio on the sashimi menu? Uni (sea urchin)?

The list of special rolls is compelling. I want to know about the Red Bomb, the Spicy Dragon roll (spicy tuna on top), Dancing Dynamite roll and the Mango and Salmon Steak roll.

But we’re only here for lunch, not a daylong feast, so we start with appetizers to stimulate the appetite: earthy miso soup for me, and a surprisingly big dish of tart sunomono for her.

Then we zero in the list of seasonal specials. Chef Sung Kwon Keith Hong, who attended the Tsuji culinary art school in Osaka after first doing time in the kitchens at

several Vancouver favourites (Yoshi on Denman, Taisho, Daimasu, Kamei, Sushi Garden and Osaka), is just showing off here.

It’s hard to choose.

There’s Haru Maki, a rice wrapper encasing a sweet and spicy blend of seasonal veggies, mango, salmon and tuna. Ebi Sweet Chili Mayo contains a deep-fried prawn with sweet chili sauce and wasabi mayo. There is Ki-isu-style Orange Ginger Beef Tataki, New York steak marinated in soy and orange, then sliced thin. We could try real crab salad, a Crunch Crunch roll (with tuna and tempura crunch) a Toro Stack, or the Krazy Dynamite roll made with BBQ eel.

In the end we decide on Brown Rice Salmon Cake, high-rise beauties layered with nutty brown rice, tempura crunch, avocado salad, luscious jalapeno salmon, all topped by tiny matchsticks of Kizami nori. They taste decadent, a two-bite stack of unctuous flavour.

We sample the Philly Cheese Steak Roll because, really, why wouldn’t we? This bizarre construction of toneperfect sliced beef, bell pepper and cream cheese is wrapped like most rolls in seaweed and rice with a drizzle of chipotle mayo. If you can let go of your preconceived ideas about how Japanese food should taste and how a Philly cheesesteak should come together, it’s not bad.

The flavours are surprisingly complementary.

But if you have to choose only one roll from this list, go with Buddha’s Favorite roll. Billed as treat for veggie lovers, it’s actually got broader appeal. A rainbow of crunchy veggies: asparagus, bell peppers, carrot and cucumber are encircled by brown rice infused with the bright flavour of balsamic vinegar and wrapped up tight in thin rice paper.

See Buddha’s page 26

Salads offer a fresh take on meals Kim Thom

Contributing Writer

SEAFOOD salads are so versatile. They are great as main meals or interesting starters all year around.

Asian-Style Caesar Salad This incredibly easy salad is guaranteed to become a favourite all year around. The simple dressing is wonderful on any green salad but particularly good here.

It is essential to use the yellow and orange label Marukan Seasoned Gourmet

Rice Vinegar or it isn’t the same. Cut calories by substituting water for half the oil.

1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces 1 avocado, peeled and cut into slices handful fresh, cooked shrimp, preferably hand-peeled black pepper (to taste) freshly grated Parmesan cheese (to taste)

Place lettuce in a large bowl; toss with just enough dressing to lightly coat. Top with avocado and shrimp, then add pepper and Parmesan cheese to taste. Makes two main courses or four starters.

Asian Caesar Dressing: ¾ cup Marukan Seasoned Gourmet Rice Vinegar ¾ cup vegetable oil, preferably sunflower oil 1 clove garlic, peeled, halved 8 drops Worcestershire sauce 3 Tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

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B.A.C.I.O. — Because a Cure is Obtainable: Mangia E Bevi Ristorante presents Festa Invernal, a winter feast, until Jan. 30 at 2222 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Five dollars from each $40, three-course dinner menu will be donated to B.C. Children’s Hospital oncology research and $5 to the Lions Gate Hospital oncology clinic.

Info: www.mangiaebevi.ca.

Reservations: 604-922-8333.

Food and Wine Celebration: An evening featuring the wines of Blue Mountain Vineyard and Cellars, Monday, Jan. 17, 6:30-9 p.m. at the Four Seasons Hotel, 791 West Georgia St., Vancouver. Blue Mountain will celebrate its 20th anniversary with wines paired with cuisine from 12 of British Columbia’s most acclaimed restaurants.

Proceeds from the event will support the British Columbia Hospitality Foundation.

Cost: $90. Tickets: www. bluemountainwinery.com.

Cooking Classes: Maureen Goulet, a cooking instructor with 25 years experience, hosts fun and educational cooking classes in West Vancouver. The class on Thursday, Jan. 20, 6:4510 p.m., will feature an evening with Karen Barnaby the chef at Stanley Park Fish House. Classes are held at Y Franks store, 503 15th St. Cost: $65. Info: www. ambrosiaadventures.com.

Bourbon Bounty: For those who love the complex sensory delights of a good bourbon, five exclusive bourbons will be featured with dinner at Brix Restaurant & Wine Bar on Jan. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Cost: $75.

Tickets: 604-915-9463. Brix is located at 1138 Homer St., Vancouver.

Dine Out Vancouver: This annual event features threecourse promotional meals, restaurant tours and hotel deals at 213 restaurants across the city from Jan. 24 to Feb. 6. Info: www.tourismvancouver.com/ dov.

Combine ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake. Chill four to 24 hours before using. Remove garlic after two days.

Date Night: CRU Restaurant is introducing a weekly dinner special to add sizzle to your romance. Every Thursday evening couples can enjoy a three-course dinner with wine.

Cost: $99. Reservations: 604677-4111 or www.cru.ca. CRU Restaurant is located at 1459 West Broadway, Vancouver.

Scallop and Bacon Salad with

Family Services of the North

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Scallops plus bacon: a salad you can dig into From page 23

Buttermilk Dill Dressing

This is a fantastic winter meal or starter.

2 large onions 3 Tbsp butter 1 Tbsp brown sugar 3-4 small zucchini, sliced into ¼-inch-wide rounds 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 250 g bacon, cut into ¾-inch-wide pieces 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 18-20 large Digby scallops, abductor muscle removed, thoroughly dried 2-3 Tbsp teriyaki sauce 1-2 heads romaine lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces 200 g Asiago cheese, coarsely grated

Melt butter in a large frying pan over low heat. Add onions

and sprinkle with brown sugar; cover and cook for 15 minutes, then remove lid and continue cooking until very soft and caramelized. Place in an ovenproof bowl. (May be prepared to this point earlier in the day and chilled.)

Preheat oven to 250 F. Add vegetable oil to frying pan, then the zucchini. Cook over medium heat until the zucchini is al dente. Add zucchini to onions and stir; add balsamic vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.

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To assemble, toss romaine lettuce with enough dressing to lightly coat; divide between four to six plates. Top with the zucchini/onion mixture followed by the bacon pieces, then sprinkle on cheese. Place scallops on top. Makes four to six main course servings or eight starters.

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KI-ISU owner Keith Hong is serving West Vancouver customers the same tasty rolls that have drawn a Yaletown crowd for years.

Buddha’s roll is a favourite From page 23

I would return for this roll again and again — it’s healthy and full of flavour, and meets my resolution requirements to a T. Service through lunch was inconsistent.

At times we waited too long, whether for our waitress to address us, for drinks, or for tea refills; but she was friendly and obviously working hard, so we didn’t complain. Still, between our wait for a table and lagging

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Our bill added up to $36.90 — which sounds on the high side for lunch for two, but we ordered too much. We could easily have filled up on just two rolls instead of three.

Ki-isu Japanese Restaurant is at 1532 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Call 778-2798843 for information.

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t Book Sale: All books will be y25 to 45 per cent off until Jan. 31 at this sale at Presentation House Gallery, 333 Chesterffield Ave., North Vancouver. yGallery hours: Wednesday -Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Info: 604-986-1351 or www.presentationhousegall.com. f Digital Photography Classes: David Smith will teach the following classes at the Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver: Mastering Your Digital Point and Shoot Camera, Jan. 12 and 13, 7-9 p.m.; Mastering Your Digital SLR, Jan. 19 and 20, 7-9:30 p.m. and Editing and Sharing Your Digital Images, Feb. 8 and 10, 7-9:30 p.m.

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HEIDI Coglon and her daughter Gabrielle join event promoter Vernard Goud in inviting the public to Elegance in the City, an evening of fashion, art and music to raise funds for the Stand Up for Congo Foundation. The event will take place at 560 Club in Vancouver on Friday, Jan. 14, 8 p.m.-2 a.m. For tickets go to www.luvngraceaffair.com or call 604-374-5610.

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Centre expands weekend service VANCOUVER celebrities marked World AIDS Day by serving breakfast to a crowd of deserving people at the Dr. Peter Centre.

According to a written statement, on hand to serve a hot breakfast was CBC’s Gloria Macarenko, culinary expert Nathan Fong, Global TV’s Sophie Lui, Chef Barbara-jo McIntosh and man about town Fred Lee. Also in attendance was Dr. Peter’s mother, Shirley Young, a North Shore resident.

But the event wasn’t all about good food and famous faces. Maxine Davis, the executive director of the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation, announced that the centre will expand its day health program to include weekend service. These services include: specialized nursing, HIV medication management, nutrient-dense meals, coun-

Reel life

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YOUTH speaker and filmmaker Serina McIsaac answers questions at a recent video showcase and media launch event at District of North Vancouver municipal hall. In the fall, youth from across the North Shore came together and created four video shorts advocating the importance of not driving high. The three North Shore municipalities, Vancouver Coastal Health and the North Shore Action on Prevention Task Force partnered for the project. selling services, art and music therapy, and a range of harm reduction services that include the provision of clean needles, methadone management and supervised injection services by

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The extension of the centre’s services is a result of the Province of British Columbia matching a $500,000 donation from an anonymous donor.

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THIS 1948 photograph shows a ceremony to erect a totem pole on Cates wharf. Included in the photo are Chief Isaac Jacobs (at left), Eileen Joe, Chief August Jack Khatsahlano, Chief Mathias Joe and Tommy Moses. The North Vancouver Museum and Archives presents Entwined Histories: Gifts from the Maisie Hurley Collection, an exhibit of photographs and objects, including some made by Khatsahlano and Moses. The exhibit opens Jan. 25 at Presentation House, 204 West Fourth St. Info: www. northvanmuseum.ca.

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Flora Kiss Barath, 7, École Cedardale elementary Art teacher: Pascale Powell Favourite art: painting and drawing Favourite artist: Leonardo da Vinci Her teacher writes: Flora exhibits a very mature attention to detail and often seeks out the unusual in her subjects. She has a keen eye for composition and colour. and enthusiastically tackles all art challenges. Flora works very well in 2-D or 3-D and can think “outside the box.”

Young Artists of the Week are selected from North Shore schools by Artists for Kids for displaying exceptional ability in their classroom artwork. For details, visit the website www.artists4kids.com.

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Thursdays at 5 p.m. Driving areas are: Mount Seymour Parkway; Lower Lonsdale to Marine Drive at Norgate.

Usher: A volunteer is needed to greet patrons coming in to the theatre, provide clear

and concise information on location of box office, theatres and concession areas, take tickets and hand out programs. Volunteer must be able to provide clear directions and remain calm under pressure, especially during

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Mentor: A volunteer will be matched with a newcomer and will meet with him/her for a few hours each week for up to three months. Meetings

are arranged whenever and wherever works for both to ensure a flexible commitment.

Mentorship may include interview practice, attending networking sessions, talking about professional development, and discussing

workplace culture.

If you are interested in these or other possible volunteer opportunities, call 604-9857138. Volunteer North Shore is a partner agency of the United Way.

WAREHOUSE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9 TO WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2010

Receptionist: 411 Seniors Centre is looking for a volunteer to greet walkin clients and direct to appropriate department; provide 411 information, answer the phone and transfer to appropriate staff, keep records and perform other duties as required.

Drivers: A seniors’ dinner program is seeking volunteer drivers to help on a weekly or monthly basis. The dinner programs take place at various locations on the North Shore on Mondays through

community bulletin board From page 27 this national organization committed to improving women’s status and human rights meets on the second Thursday of every month, September to May, 7 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 123 West 15th St., North Vancouver. Club member and professional engineer Stephanie Whitehurst will speak on working in a “man’s world” at the Jan. 13 meeting. For more information, call 604980-1274 or visit www.vcn. bc.ca/cfuwns/.

North Shore Amateur Radio Club will offer a basic licensing course, Saturdays, Jan. 15-Feb. 26, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at North Shore Emergency Management, 147 East 14th St., North Vancouver.

Attendance is required at 8:30 a.m. on the first day for registration. The course will provide candidates with requisite knowledge to pass the basic licensing exam held at the last class. Fee: $120. For more information contact John at va7jw@shaw.ca or go to www.nsarc.ca.

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YOUR NORTH SHORE GUIDE to THE GAMES PEOPLE PLAY

West Van edges Ravens

Rockridge still looking for first win after tough 1-point loss

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IT was close but no cigar for Rockridge secondary’s senior girls basketball team, as they lost by a single point to West Vancouver secondary Jan. 7.

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The 35-34 loss leaves Rockridge still languishing in the Div. 1 cellar, while West Vancouver improved to 2-2-0 and is tied for fifth.

“We started off definitely a bit slow,” Rockridge assistant coach Jennifer Olson said.

“But it was really close all the way through, always only two or three points apart. The energy, the intensity certainly picked up in the last half. It was exciting to see that energy level but unfortunately we didn’t make that shot in the last seconds.”

It was a tough loss for Rockridge, who are still looking for their first win of the season. But Olson said her young side has shown excellent progress since November, and they don’t lack for heart. She pointed to Grade 11 standout Kirsten Bradford.

“She has had a lot of problems with her arches lately,” Olson said. “It’s been pulling her out of the game NEWS photo Paul McGrath because of the intense pain in her feet. But she played all the LAUREN Taaffe of Rockridge looks on as West Vancouver secondary’s Sophie way through on Friday, and Merritt streaks to the basket in West Van’s 35-34 win. See www.nsnews.com for that shows you what kind of more photos. pressure and determination the girls have right now. the way to the end. They have to commit been through. Now they’re starting to “They are taking direction really well,” to it and make those shots. But we really show their talents,” said Olson.

Windsor has certainly set the pace in added Olson. “It was such a close game, did improve the amount of the turnovers but they were able to focus and remain and steals we had. That was really great the division this season, opening their calm, get in control of what they were and it’s something that hasn’t usually campaign with a sparkling five-for-five doing and make their shots.” happened for us. The aggression was record. Since New Year’s Day, the Dukes Olson said the squad has been working really high, especially towards the end. have come up with a 49-27 win against hard on their rebounds and converting That’s something we don’t normally see West Vancouver, a lopsided 63-33 victory them into a fast transition game. But out of the girls. I don’t think they were over Howe Sound and another, 63-33 while the Rockridge side is getting the quite used to it, and there was a lot of over Elphinstone.

Elsewhere in basketball, the ball back more, they need to work harder pressure because it was a home game and Collingwood senior boys side suffered on capitalizing on their possessions. such a close game.”

“Once we do get those fast breaks, “Watching that game I can see how far two road losses, with Bodwell winning we have to make sure we don’t get too the girls have come since the beginning at home 75-65 on Friday and West excited and make sure we have control all in November and all the practices they’ve Vancouver edging the Cavaliers 57-54.

Ricker, Woolstencroft 2011 BC Hall of Famers IT won’t surprise many people to learn that Olympic and Paralympic heroes Maëlle Ricker and Lauren Woolstencroft have been named to the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame.

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Floorball league in the works for North Shore kids

North Shore ladies cleaned up at their respective Games almost exactly a year ago, with West Vancouver’s Ricker carrying away the snowboard cross gold medal and North Vancouverite Woolstencroft winning five golds, sweeping the downhill skiing events.

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contingent for induction are former Vancouver Canucks captain Trevor Linden, lacrosse stars Gary and Paul Gait and the B.C. players on the Olympic men’s hockey team: Scott Neidermayer, Duncan Keith, Brent Seabrook and Shea Webber.

The hall will also induct

figure skating official Audrey Williams, SFU wrestling coach Mike Jones and former Canucks colour commentator Tom Larscheid.

Those named will be formally inducted at the 43rd annual Banquet of Champions, to be held Sept. 13.

— Benjamin Alldritt

FLOORBALL may not have the profile of its more popular siblings — ice hockey and field hockey — but a North Vancouver man is working to build up the sport’s numbers in B.C. and around the world.

Greg Beaudin spoke with the North Shore News after returning from Helsinki, Finland, where he was elected to the International Floorball Federation’s central board. Floorball has been provisionally approved as an Olympic event, and Beaudin’s election is part of the federation’s effort to grow the sport in North America.

“There’s a global movement and it’s hitting in Canada pretty hard,” Beaudin said. “North Vancouver in particular is a hotbed. This is where I live and I’m the guy who is championing the development of floorball.

This is where we’ve done a lot of our testing and pilot programs. It’s going really well here and now it’s starting to flourish in Vancouver and Burnaby, Abbotsford, Langley and so on. I’ve got school districts calling me all the time.”

After three years of preparation, floorball has been recognized as a provinciallevel sport, making it eligible for some government funding.

As president of the newly minted B.C. Floorball, Beaudin is working to build an organization across the province.

“They (Sport B.C.) are pretty particular about who’s going to run that sport for the province,” Beaudin said.

“We have the right board members and the right programming and we touched all the right trigger points for them. For the last five years we’ve really built that up with seniors and kids and hockey associations, and we’ve got some disabled floorball going now, too. We’re really trying to do this properly. We just had a seniors’ event at the West Vancouver Community Centre. That was really fun and unique. A couple of people showed up on scooters in their Team Canada jerseys.

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WEST Vancouverraised Janyk siblings both had solid outings on the World Cup skiing circuit on the weekend.

Michael, 28, fought a soft course at Adelboden, Switzerland to claim fifth place with a combined time of one minute, 52.50 seconds after two runs. Fellow Canadians Brad Spence and Trevor White placed 17th and 20th.

Croatia’s Ivica Kostelic took top spot in World Cup ranking with a time of 1:50.90 .

“The second run was a total battle,” said Janyk, in an Alpine Canada release.

“I fought the whole way — nothing came easy. I really liked my push today. I just want to put that in the bank and keep it going.

“I went out to attack,” said Janyk, who won a bronze medal for slalom at 2009’s world championships.

“I’ve built my career on attacking and fighting and

that’s what I wanted to come back to.”

His finish improved an otherwise disappointing stop for the Canadian men, with no skiers for the second giant slalom race.

Sister Britt Janyk, 30, put up her season-best performance with a ninthplace showing in super-G racing in Zauchensee, Austria.

Benefiting from an early start in the day’s runs, Janyk posted a time of one minute, 14.26 seconds, back from first-place finisher Lara Gut of Switzerland’s 1:12.85.

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“We had good training in the past weeks and right now I just need to trust my skis, try to have fun and race hard.”

This weekend saw only the second women’s superG race this season. Since Janyk’s 33rd-place finish at Lake Louise, two subsequent events were cancelled due to foul weather.

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“It was a tight race and I’m definitely going in the right direction as I am now counting the hundredth of seconds and not the seconds between me and the leader.

My confidence is getting back to where it should be and

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Floorball a great complement to hockey skills From page 32 We had a blast.”

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“There’s hardly any real conflict and there’s a lot of crossover,” he said. “Floorball is a skill development system for young hockey players. If you’re a hockey coach or a hockey parent and your kid is excelling at hockey, the first thing you want to do is get them a floorball stick and a ball so they can practise at home — toe drags, tips, pullins, just general stick-handling moves. I can honestly say there are dozens of North Shore hockey kids who have been training with floorball. It really complements hockey.”

With only a stick and ball needed, floorball is also an option for players who don’t want to invest in a full set of hockey gear until they’re sure the sport is right for them.

Beaudin said several families have told him the sport was a “gateway” into ice hockey for them.

Hockey fans will certainly recognize the sport, although there are significant differences.

Players wear no equipment, and while shoulder-to-shoulder play is allowed, checking is not.

The lightweight, perforated stick blade and lightweight ball emphasize speed and skill over strength.

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Thescoop: Tirajeh(TJ)hadagreat tournament this past December at the ISAA Championships. She is a fearless rebounder who refuses to let the size or strength of her opponents prevent her from owning the boards. She has been dominant on the boards for us in every game so far this year and is one of the main reasons why we have started off the season so well.

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finding floors to play on has proved a challenge. Most schools and community centres have their gyms almost fully booked, but Beaudin is hopeful that the North Vancouver school district’s Lucas Centre can find some schedule slots for him in the spring.

Alongside building numbers, B.C. Floorball is trying to coax players into upgrading their ancient floor hockey equipment and bringing it into line with the gear seen in northern Europe, where floorball enjoys immense popularity.

Readers may remember that it was during a game of floorball in Finland last year that Vancouver Canucks star defenceman Sami Salo picked up his latest injury.

“It was European hockey players who took floor hockey sticks from Canada to Sweden and started tweaking them and re-engineering them.

Now they’re lightweight, carbon graphite, with a ventilated blade that really promotes stick-handling and creative control.

“Floor hockey sticks in every school in Canada are the same as they were in the ’70s. It’s the plastic tubular sticks with the straight plastic blade. No-one ever thought to upgrade them.”

Beaudin, son of former Winnipeg Jet Norm Beaudin, insists that his sport doesn’t have compete with ice hockey for players or be seen as the poor cousin.

The two sports co-exist quite easily, and Beaudin points at the recent decision

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BROWN - Dorothy Joan JuneBROWN 13, 1924- Dorothy – JanuaryJoan 9, 2011.

June 1924 –away January 9, 2011.

Joan 13, passed peacefully, Joan passed peacefully, surrounded by away her family at the surrounded her family at the North Shore by Hospice.

She will be North Shore Hospice. She be lovingly remembered by willhers lovingly remembered by hers sons Robin (Anne Marie) and sons (Anne Marie) and DavidRobin (Jayme), daughters David daughters Deborah (Jayme), and Julie, niece Linda Deborah and grandchildren Julie, niece Linda (Nick), her and (Nick), grandchildren and extendedher family in England. She extended family in England.

She was predeceased by husband was predeceased by husband Donald (1950) son Andrew (1951) Donald (1950)Arthur son Andrew and husband (1986).(1951) Joan and Arthur livedhusband a full life with(1986). family Joan and lived withalways family busy and friendsa full and life was friends and was busy helping others.

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She was a loving, caring wife, mother, grandmother caring wife,She mother, grandmother and friend. dedicated her life and friend. She dedicated her life to serving others through St. to serving others through St. Catherine’s Church, the Lions Catherine’s G a t e A u x Church, i l i a r y athe n d Lions the G ate Auxiliary and the community. community.

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GRAHAM, Joy Willemar April 20, 1926 - January 9, 2011 Joy passed away peacefully on Sunday from a brief illness and was surrounded by the love of her family. Joy was born to Adelaide and Jack Cooke. She was predeceased by her sisters Kay and Molly, her daughter-in-law, Joyce and her beloved husband, Bruce, with whom she has reunited. She is survived by her sons, Alan and Jack (Kendra), sisters Norah and Daphne, niece Debbie Crockett (John and sons), nephew Greg Lanyon, grandson Justin, dear friend and companion, Charles McNeely and many longtime, cherished friends.

Joy is well-known in the community having worked at the lottery booth at South Park Royal for many years. She loved traveling with Bruce and then courageously on her own. She was a history buff and was fascinated to see many of the places about which she had read.

Joy was an avid reader and loved watching people and ships from her balcony in West Vancouver.

She was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend. The family owes a debt of gratitude to Debbie and Greg, who selflessly helped their aunt in so many ways along with the nurses and staff at the Palliative Care Center at Lions Gate Hospital, who provided her with such professional, kind and respectful care. A memorial tea will be held on Wednesday, January 12th from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the home of Debbie Crockett (1278 West Keith Road, North Vancouver). In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Covenant House.

READ - Beverley (nee Dyrland) Born Nov. 15, 1949 in North Van. Passed away peacefully Jan. 2, 2011 in Lions Gate Hospital.

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SHEPHERD - Emily Laura (Defoe) Sept. 4, 1919 - Jan. 3, 2011 It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Emily.

Em was the youngest of nine, born in Revelstoke, BC. She was a founding member of the Eastern Star in Victoria. Em was predeceased by her beloved husband, Joe, in 1990. Em will be greatly missed by her loving daughters, Laura (Brian), Sue (Bob) and Jo-Anne (Bob). Em’s greatest treasures were her grandchildren, Scott (Arleigh), Michelle (Mike), Chad, Kylie, Courtney, Brent, Hayley and great granddaughter, Scarlett.

Em is also survived by her step daughter, Shannon, grandchildren, Keb, Eric & Lisa and their families. Em’s positive attitude on life enriched so many people over the years. A celebration of her life will be held on Friday, January 14, 2011 at 2:00 pm at Boal Chapel, 1505 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC XOXO

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WIMBLES - Adele Theresa (Jones) April 11, 1928 - January 7, 2011 Del passed away suddenly but peacefully at Lions Gate Hospital, North Vancouver, B.C. She was born and raised in Powell River before moving to North Vancouver in 1965. She was predeceased by her high school sweetheart and first husband Wyville in 1987 and husband Don in 1996, her brother Ray Raimondo in 2000 and sister-inlaw Marge in 2005. Mom will be sadly missed by her loving companion Les, her daughter Lynda (Bob), son Tom (Carol), five grandchildren, Justin (Robyn), Jordan (Janine), Shannon (Jeff), Jennifer and Cassidy (Angel). Her five beloved little great-grandchildren Lauren, Teagan, Carly, Avery and Matthew were the joys of her life.

She was looking forward to the birth of two additional greatgrandchildren in July. Mom is also survived by her four nephews (Richard, Blair, Randy and Ken) and their families. Friends and family are invited to attend prayers on Wednesday, January 12 at 7:00pm. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 2725 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, January 13 at 11:00am. Reception to follow in the church hall. Flowers gratefully declined. Friends so wishing may make a memorial contribution to the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation.

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WILKINSON – Noel Douglas (Doug) passed away peacefully at Lions Gate Hospital on January 4, 2011. He was born in England on December 21, 1918 and received his post secondary training as an electrical engineer.

He joined the British Army in 1940 and after one year, transferred to the Royal Air Force. He was sent to Calgary, Alberta for his basic flight training and went on to become a well respected WW II mosquito bomber pilot for the RAF, flying over 50 bombing missions for the allies. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) in 1944 for his bravery under extreme enemy fire. He married Patricia Mary (Low) in 1946 and their first child, Melanie was born in England in April 1948. In July 1948, with no housing available in England, Doug came to Canada with $50 in order to find work and start a new life for his family. Upon arrival in Montreal, he was immediately offered a job by Northern Electric Telephone Company (Nortel) and worked in Montreal then Sarnia (where he had his second child, Paul, in 1954). Later that year he was transferred to Vancouver (where his third child, Wendy, was born in 1958). He settled on the North Shore and lived there until his passing. He was a devoted husband and father and Doug was a founding member of the Hollyburn Country Club where he enjoyed a number of sports and played tennis until he was 88.

Doug had a wide circle of life long friends and many interests including travel. Doug will be missed by his friends, his three children and their spouses and 4 grandsons. A reception will be held to celebrate his life at the Hollyburn Country Club on Sunday January 16 at 2:00. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gladly accepted in the name of Noel Douglas Wilkinson

Barbara Kettyls passed away peacefully at Inglewood Care Centre on December 13, 2010.

Born on February 4, 1925, she was the third daughter of Percy and Polly Bird and grew up in South Slocan, Princeton and Nelson, BC. After graduating from the Royal Jubilee School of Nursing, Barbara met Don Kettyls, a medical student from Alberta, in 1951 and a year later the couple married.

Throughout her life, Barbara had a playful, saucy outlook and well understood the value of laughter, which she nurtured in her growing family. Her witty, sometimes irreverent comebacks, leave a legacy of joy to all who knew her.

Barbara also possessed that rare gift of being able to both listen and empathize. She was quick to hug, radiated kindness, and unfailingly placed the needs of others before herself – even during the last few months of her life when she was often overheard reminding her nurses to “be careful of your back, dear,” as they helped her move.

Although she left her five year career in nursing to accept the challenges of raising three active boys, Barbara still found time to volunteer with Meals on Wheels for more than 25 years and was a much-loved member of the North Shore Volunteers for Residents in Nursing and Rest Homes. Her other passions included raising three poodles and daily walks on the Dundarave Seawall.

Barbara will be sadly missed by her husband, Don; sons Kim (Debbie Keegan), Sean (Liberty), and Roger (predeceased fiancée Sandra Bennett); grandchildren Harrison, Trinity, Kieran and Brandon, brother-in-law Bill DeRidder; and nephew Greg DeRidder. She was predeceased by two sisters, Betty (2005) and Sybil (1917).

Memorial service will be held Saturday, January 15th at 2:00 p.m. at First Memorial, Boal Chapel, 1505 Lillooet Rd., North Vancouver, B.C. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Meals on Wheels North Shore.

CRAMER - Errol Joseph August 31, 1939 - December 13, 2010. Errol passed away at the age of 71 in Vancouver, BC. He was born in Los Angeles, California and in 1973 immigrated to Canada where he expanded his career as an electrical engineer. In 1975, he married Micheline (Laforest) where they lived in Lynn Valley, North Vancouver. Errol is survived by his wife, Micheline and their two children, Marijoel (Raj) and Bryan and three grandchildren Owyn, Soleil and Olivia. He will be remembered as a creative and inventive man who could repair anything. Errol was well known for his sense of humour. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 - 3:00pm, Sunday, January 16th at the Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. A donation to a charity of your choice is appreciated.

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WATTS, Keith

Dad is survived by his loving wife Esme, of 70 years, Sister Dorothy Flintoff, son Doug (Suzie), daughters Karen Jensen (Bob) and Sande Waters (Brinson), 11 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren and a host of friends.

Announcements

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Passed away peacefully after a short illness Dec 26th 2010, Boxing Day, surrounded by family members at Cheam Village in Agassiz, BC. Keith was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

He will be greatly missed by all.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS EMPLOYMENT 1085

Lost & Found

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Lost & Found

CAMERA LENS found in case in snow on Mt. Seymour. Call (604)929-5976 to identify

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FOUND GREEN GIRLS BIKE Lower Lonsdale area Jan 2, 2011.

Pls Call to Id 604-985-9684

FOUND LADIES mountain bike.

In Doran Park on Jan 10 around 4pm. call to identify 604-987-9039

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Please call 604-913-0193

LOST CHANNEL set diamond wedding ring, at Westview Plaza on Dec 23rd . Call 604-970-7546

a long established construction company with office in North Vancouver has an immediate opening for a full time front office person who would be responsible for full cycle accounting including A/R, A/P, payroll and reception duties.

Applicants must be able to deal with clients and trade contractors as pertains to A/P and A/R and be able to work independently with minor supervision.

Qualified candidates may email their resume including a cover letter stating salary expectations, to: info@halse-martin.com

WORKING PARTNER & /OR SALES ASSOCIATE OPPORTUNITY

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We have immediate openings for experienced drivers with late model cars, full size panel vans & cube vans.

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You must be conscientious, professional, detail oriented, and most importantly have exceptional customer service skills.

This position is FULL TIME with benefits, and you must be able to work weekends. $13.00/hr to start.

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CARPENTER HELPER required.

Must have own vehicle and basic tools. Glenngarry, 604-833-1701.

EXP PAINTERS 3yrs min, car req rate based on exp. 604-790-4554 seatoskypainting@telus.net

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Tutoring Services

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General Employment

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

For interview.

Call 604-987-4112

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Hotel Restaurant

Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months.

If you’ve been looking for a home-based opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work.

Qualified applicants receive training, support and monthly remuneration.

Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home.

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required ( locating debtors in the USA). Must be good on the telephone & internet .

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WANTED Full Time, Shift Work Hours, Overtime, Weekend, Day, Evening, Food Counter Attendants for Orange Julius, Mrs. Vanelli’s & Dairy Queen. $10.31, at least 40 hours a week, experience is an asset. Must be

Kitchen Helper Handi Restaurant located at 1340 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC urgently requires experienced, full time Kitchen Helper. Job duties involve working closely with cooks & other kitchen staff, especially in the tasks of preparing meat, vegetables and fruits for cooking. Duties also include washing and maintaining work tables, cupboards and appliances.

The restaurant specializes in South Asian Cuisine.

Knowledge of Hindi or Punjabi is an asset. Minimum 6 months of experience as a Kitchen Helper. Hourly salary is $14.00.

Drop off resume at 1340 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, B.C. or email at par_maroke@hotmail.com

PEMBERTON STATION The best sports environment on the North Shore seeks reliable experienced

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Appliances

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Social Services

The North Shore Disability Resource Centre is seeking a part-time (20 hours)

Team Leader

You will have excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills. You are energetic, organized and oversee a team of 40 parttime employees. You have the ability to work collaboratively with team members and professionals.

You have a strong working knowledge of computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Outlook as well as one year’s experience working in a supervisory capacity; and three year’s experience providing support to people with disabilities; a reliable car and valid BC Class 5 drivers license. Experience in the non-profit sector will equip you to meet the many challenges of this fast paced and rewarding position. The Team Leader position requires flex hours including some weekends and evenings.

We are a not-for-profit service agency, operating on the North Shore for over 30 years. We offer competitive wages and benefits and as a supportive and positive working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer. Only those selected to interview will be contacted.

Please send your cover letter and resume to attn: Steve Hall, Director of CBS email: s.hall@nsdrc.org no later than Jan 20, 2010.

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Teachers/ Instructors

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST A Community of Learning and Achieving” HORIZON SCHOOL DIVISION # 205 invites applications for a : Educational Psychologist Check our website at www.hzsd.ca for details.

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Trades/Technical

AUTOMOTIVE MACHINIST required for Kamloops Machine Shop. Experience to service heavy duty diesel engine components. Full benefits package, competitive wages.

Fax to: (250) 828-9498.

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

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

Fax: 1.866.900.2083 Woodworks Custom Developments DLE IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING resumes for 3rd or 4th year Technicians/ Journeymen, and a motivated counter parts person. Email resumes to: kwiebe@douglaslake.com or Fax: 1-250-782-5286 GASFITTER / SERVICEMAN Required Immediately. Gasfitter Furnace Serviceman. Fax resume to 250-787-1320 Call: 250-787-1361. This is a full time position in Fort St. John with excellent future for the rite person.

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The ideal candidate must love jewelry, be energetic, possess entrepreneurial spirit, be organized and most importantly enjoy sales. There is the occasional requirement to travel.

Any equity position in the company and income structure is negotiable and will be based on experience and demonstrated achievement. Interested parties should forward a cover letter and resume to: klausfuerniss@yahoo.ca

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Lumber/Building Supplies

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A38 – North Shore News – Wednesday, January 12, 2011

RENTALS 6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

1 br $925 2 br. $1180, Lonsdale & 21, Feb 1, quiet bldg, np, hw, heat prkg storage 604-990-4088

2 BR, large apt character bldg hardwood, heat, hot water, cat ok! $1110, Feb. 1, 604-983-0423

1 BR, corner, top flr, view, hardwood, Jan 15 or 30, Lonsdale & 23rd. $825. ns, np. 604-986-4927

2 BR, large, Lower Lonsdale, priv garden/deck, h/wd, heat/hw, prkg, $1300 ns np 604-926-8425

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

2 BR, new reno & carpets, $1235 np, ns, avail now, 225 East 12th 604-786-3405

1 BR Large, long South facing balcony. E10 St, $950 incl heat & cable, ns, np, ref’s, well maintained quiet bldg. Avail now, suit quiet tennant(s) 604-317-7425

2 BR, top flr, corner ste, Lonsdale & 6, hardwood, view, $1275, avail Jan. 15th or 30th. 604-986-4927

1 BR Lonsdale, new reno, incl heat h/w , hardwood, ns, np, quiet bldg. $900. Feb 1, 604-904-9507 1 BR Lonsdale & W 4th, concrete building, secure prkg, bright, quiet & clean ste, Avail Feb1st, $1150+ heat. ns, np. 604-250-5803 121 WEST 20th. Newly reno 2 BR, 3rd flr. hardwood, heat & hw incl’d, 1 yr lease np, $1400, avail now, 604-681-2521 130 EAST 17th ST. N.V. 1 bdrm Apt. Quiet adult bldg.

Walk-up. cats allowed, incl heat, hw, $780, Al 604-266-1364 Coldwell Bank Premier Realty 1 Br $920 Heat & hw incl. no pets, no smoking, 130 W 5 St. avail Feb. 1, 604-987-2761

3 BR, garden apt. new flrs. Mt Seymour Park area, ns, np, kids ok, $1550, 604-987-7006 326 WEST 1st St. 1 bdrm $865 & up. Nr seabus, secure prkg, no pets. Avail immed. 604-983-6916

Spacious 1 BR with balconies, spectacular views, $1200-$1400, well maintained, clean, quiet concrete highrise.

Fabulous Central Londsale location, next to library, transit, shops & cls to schools. Sorry, no pets. Heat & Hot water incls.

Call 604-983-6920 to view.

Beautiful Large Suites - 1 BR from $915, now or Jan 1. 2 BR $1320, now or Jan 1. $300 Movein Allowance 2 BR only. Heat, h/w, prkg. Lease 604-986-3866

BLUERIDGE APTS (Family complex )

2 & 3 BR. Feb. 1, new reno’s, new cabinets, laminate & tiles, newer appls, prkg, storage, incl heat & hw, playground (Mt Seymour Prkwy).

604-924-3628

LARGE SPACIOUS 1 bdrm units avail heat/h/water incl, beautiful mtn view, indoor pool. D/Town bus at front door. $975 - $1,100 To view call 604-830-7587 Delbrook Gardens 777 W. Queens Rd -1 BR $1195. Wkdays 604 990-2971/Wkends 985-2876 Delbrook Gardens 777 W. Queens Rd -2 BR $1290. Wkdays 604 990-2971 /Wkends 985-2876 2 BR, lrg, bright, 15th & Lonsdale,

$1030 incl heat h/water n/s n/p Immed. 604-323-4467

GREAT LOCATION! 145 West Keith Road.

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

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

Sorry, no pets.

Call 604-922-8815 to view.

2 BDRM Luxurious Townhome 2 bath, h/wood, rooftop deck, fully loaded, Like new, $2,200/mo pet neg. Feb 1st. 604-987-9867 2 BR. 1 & 2 baths, avail now. 1 yr lease, 125 West 19th, no pets, coin wd, call 778-554-0537 2 BR 1 bath, balc, pool, security, 1 prkg, np, $1310 incl heat/ gym.

Feb. 1, 604-988-5550 ext. 101 2 BR, 13 & Lonsdale, hardwood, no smoking, no pets $1050 incl heat, avail Feb 1, 604-984-9367 2 BR $1495 & $1595 avail now; ocean view, reno’d, dw, ns, cat ok lower Lonsdale, 604-988-1939

Apartments & Condos

6505-12

West Van Apt. Rentals

WHITEHALL APT’S 1640 Esquimalt Ave 1 br $985 M-Fri 990-2971Wknds 604-926-9997

Bach $880, 1 BR $1095 Avail Now. Ocean view. indoor pool. Concrete bldg. Ht & H/W incls.

Call 604-986-3356 LE CHATEAU, 1110 E 27th, Lynn Valley 1, 2 & 3 Br large starting @ $980. np, ns, 604-980-9219 MOUNTAIN VILLAGE APTS. 2 & 3 BR, Feb. 1. 604-988-3828 www.mountainvillage.ca

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE Lrg 1 BR, Avail Feb 1, quiet, clean building, Rent $1150. Incls Heat & H/W. No pets/Non smoker, 1 yr lease, Cable/park extra,To view call 604-985-4272 PARKRIDGE TERRACE 110 E. Keith Rd. Great location, park like setting, sauna, indoor pool.

1 BR. $1075 2 Br. $1395 up views, storage.

NO PETS. 604-988-7379 www.glassmanpm.com TUCKTON PLACE 1520 Chesterfield Rd. NV 2 bdrm $1300 No pets. Call 604-

6522

THE IONA 1370 Clyde Ave Available Feb 1st $1895/mo, Near Ambleside beach, restaurants, shops, amenities and transit, ocean & mnt view. Bright & Spac. 2 BR. Newly Reno’d, h/w floors, granite countertops and new cabinets. quiet bldg, laundry facility, prkg avail. Incls heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Call 604-922-4724 to View

Furnished Accommodation

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

ROOM FOR rent in 2br ste, for Japanese University Student. $700 incl meals. 604-922-1427

1 BR ste 2 rooms, priv ent, full bath, fridge, ldry, priv home, prkg, ns, np, $625.Now 604-813-7312

WESTLYNN FURN 2 br, tv, lounge, kit & i/net, np ns suit family max 1 child $1495 604-987-2691

2 BDRM, 2 bath, g/l suite, ne whouse, legal, Nr Park Royal.

N/S, $2000, Feb 1, 604-925-5090 778-896-3525

6525

BACH, LARGE $730, hardwood, heat, h/w, upper Lonsdale, avail Feb. 1, ns, np. 604-202-3458

www.blueridgeapartments.com

144 W. 14th St MARLBOROUGH TOWER

6505

Garages

560 SQ FT Garage, Lynn Valley, power, heat, extra parking off lane $500 mth, now 604-983-2365

6535

Homestay

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

6540

Houses - Rent

2 BR bsmt suite, Upper Lynn Valley, garden level, large, bright, n/s, n/p, nr bus stop, own entry, $1000+util Feb 1. 604-980-7584 2 BR + den, deluxe garden apt, Ambleside, steps to beach & Park Royal, $2100. Rob 604-818-2274 2 br. garden level, central Lonsdale, fully reno’d, enclosed garage.$1625 incl heat/light, dw, wd, fp, ns np. Available Immed.

604-925-1036 2 BR Lrg Bsmnt, Lynn Valley & Hoskins, Imme. $1100 incl util. shared w/d, ns, np. 604-982-0522

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1775 Bellevue Avenue HOLLYBURN PLAZA 2 BR - Avail Feb 1 $2000/mo. Fully Reno’d, granite countertops, Breathtaking ocean view, new appls, d/w, new kitchen & bath rm cabinets, 2 balc, 1.5 baths, HW floors, Walk to shops & restaurants. Steps to Seawall, transit & beaches. Sorry, no pets.

Call 604-922-4724 to view.

AMBLESIDE TOWER 1 BR & 2 BR’s avail. Move in Bonus. Excellent views, rents incl. heat & h/w. Tennis courts, indoor pool, saunas, exercise & games rooms on premises.

Walk to beach & shops.

1552 Esquimalt 604-922-8443

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

WATERFRONT LUXURY The Pink Palace on the Seawall 2 bdrm, 2 bath spacious Indoor/outdoor pools.

Fitness centre & billiard room, small pets allowed, no smoking 2222 Bellevue Ave. To view: 604-926-0627

6522

Furnished Accommodation

2BR FULL bath bsmt suite. $1100+util updated,fenced yard,parking,storage.NS,NP FEB.1 604-904-1221

3 BR, 2 bath, Grand Blvd. 5 appls incl wd, large yard, fp, carport, nr schools, np, ns, 604-763-2580

3 BR Central Lonsdale upper flr, own entry, shr’d ldry, new ss appl, 2 fp, 2 decks, nr ammen. ns, Mar. 1 $2,600 pet neg 778-839-8432 3 BR top flr. 1.5 ba, dw,h/wd, 1200sf upper Lonsdale, bright, garage ns np, $1900 604-723-3313

3 BR character, N. Van, 3 ba, 2 kitchens, 2 f/p, updated $2500.

604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

6605

Townhouses Rent

3 BR. T/H Feb 1. Family friendly complex on Bowron Crt. 1 pet ok, pet deposit. $1285+ utils. email mslhs@telus.net 604-929-9499 3 BR, w/d, d/w, hardwood, unfinished bsmt, near 2nd Narrows bridge, 2 prkg, $1675 + utils, now 604-433-0365, 604-319-0362

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE 1915 Cedar Village Cres, 2 BR & 3 BR, 5 appls, 1.5 bath, 1 year lease, NP/NS. Rent starts at $1435. For viewing call 604-988-0827

3 BR. Upper, 1.5 bath Lower Cap. Rd. $1500incl utils, ns, np, share wd, now/Feb 1, 604-988-5513

5BR 3BATH 2-lvl house, mint cond. UPPER LYNN VALLEY. Big, Pte fenced b/y, easy drway.

Great schls w/in walkg dist: 5-min walk to Upper Lynn Elem’ry, 20 min. to Argyle Sec. Clse to parks, shop’g, etc. Avail Feb. 01. $2,700/mo. 604-983-3748

EXECUTIVE Deepcove/ Seymour Furn $2000 /Unfurn $1650 Short/long term 1300 Sf, 2 br garden ste, new reno dw, fp,i/ net.cble incl. ns np. 604-617-9276

CAULFEILD 4 BR, 2 ba Rancher, hardwood, f/p, w/d, pet ok $2300.

604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net CITY, OCEAN & mountain view.

4 Br + bsmnt ste. prkg, 5appl, 2 fp, ns, np, $5000. 604-987-9667 DEEP COVE 604-929-5191 - n/s - 2 BR seaside cottage $2275 - 3 BR large lot, quiet area $2050

LUXURY 6 BR, 6 ba, West Van, dbl garage, media room $5500.

604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

6565

Office/Retail Rent

OFFICE FOR LEASE Avail now Furn, for 1 person. $455/mo, 1500marine.com 604-986-1500

6600

Storage

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

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BR bsmt ste, clean, newer Upper Lonsdale, ns, np, $800 incl heat/cable. Feb 1. 604-924-1284

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

3 level, 2 BR, 2.5 baths, 2 prkg, roof deck, Feb 1. $2250.

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

3 level, 3 BR, 2.5 baths, 2 prkg, roof deck, lease, $2250.

6620

4 BDRM, 2 living rms, mtn view, big yrd, Grand Blvd, avail immed. $2450. 604-812-7269 * 985-7269

Warehouse/ Commercial

NVAN 1487 Barrow St, 3266sf, W/H w/small office, large O/H door, 100 amp, 3 phase, great exposure, nr 2nd Narrows, avail Feb 1st, Call 604 929-9493 www.westrockproperty.com

AUTOMOTIVE 9105

Auto Miscellaneous

$0 DOWN & we make your 1st payment at auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599. www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309

9125

Domestic

9145

9135

4 AUDI RIMS. Spec size is 235/45R17. Will fit 225/45R17 or 255/45R17. FIT FOLLOWING VEHICLES: All A3, A5, A6, A8 or TT models. All S4 models to 2008. S6 models 2007-2009. S8 models 2007-2009. A4 - ONLY 2WD. 4 Alloy Rims & 20 Stainless Lug Nuts = $2867 retail.

Mint condition $795 OBO 604-220-2269

9173

Vans

97 GRAND Voyager LE 3.8L AWD Leather n/s Alloy 221K $3999 obo 604-939-3316

Scrap Car Removal

Cash for junk cars! $100 to $1000 Ask about our $500 Credit!

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1998 LINCOLN Mark 8, excellent condition, 82,000 km, $11,000 obo 604-988-0327

Parts & Accessories

2 br a corner suite, top flr of very quiet 3 story walk up, E. 15th St. high vaulted ceilings, large private balcony, sunny, south facing, new windows, dw, new carpet, venetian blinds, free laundry fac. no smoking & no pets, $1200 604-830-0857 Leave msg.

2 BR bright spacious, top flr, central Lonsdale, quiet well kept bldg. ns, np, avail now. $1192incl heat/hw, 604-904-7545 2 BR, hardwood, top flr corner, view, large patio, cat ok, Lonsdale & 19, $1250, ns, 604-986-4927 2 BR Large $1150, avail Feb. 1, Parklike Setting, Outdoor Pool, Playground. 960 sf, drapes, heat & prkg. incld. 1 yr lease. no pets 1228 Emery Pl., Lynn Valley 604- 987- 4922 2 BR Large 1st flr. E 10, $1030 incl heat & cable, ns, np, refs, well maintained quiet bldg. Feb 1, suit quiet tennant(s). 604-317-7425

990-2971 or Wkends 778-340-7406

1 BR fully furn studio suite, N. Van garden level, share W/D, N/S, N/P, $900 incls, 604-986-0625

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

COLLIERS - 604-926-2012

1 BR, new designer, 900sf. min 2 mo lease, net cable, gas fp, dw, wd, avail Feb 1, British Property, W. Van $1300 604-926-7044.

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

2 BR, 1 ba bsmt, full reno, Lynn Valley furnished, 5 appl $1500 incl int/cable. hydro, gas. ns, avail now 604-773-3595, 988-2699

6505-12

West Van Apt. Rentals

1 BR, 2109 Bellevue. view, southwest, hardwood, hw & heat incl’d, Feb. 1, np, $1085, 604-986-1294 Luxury Over The Seawall!

1 BR& 3 BR pool rec. rm, pet ok 2190 Bellevue Av. 604-926-6287 SENTINEL HILL 1 BR bright garden suite. W/d, $950 + 1/2 utils N/s. Avail Now (604) 922-3987

3 BR VIEW quiet home Gleneagels W.Van, f/p, short term, ns np, $2900+util. 604-913-0960

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

Sports & Imports

2001 JAGUAR S-Type 3.0 V6, Auto, Black on white, 139km, $6998 obo. Tel: 778-322-3598

Central Auto

The North Shore’s Best 2006 Jaguary XJ8 4dr, luxury sedan, auto, local, sunroof, only 26k, virtually as new. $28,850 2004 Mercedes Benz E500 4 Matic Station Wagon, auto/ Tiptronic, AWD, pwr tailgate, sunroof, leather heated seats, local, only 77k & spotlessly kept. $25,850 2004 BMW X3 3.0 SUV AWD, auto/Steptronic, local, panorama roof, only 91K, spotless. $19,850 2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT AWD auto, local, sunroof, roof rack, only 57k, spotless. $16,850 2005 Mercedes Benz C230 4Dr Kompressor auto, local, alloy wheels, only 70k, spotless $15,850 2002 Mercedes Benz C320 4dr Luxury Sedan, auto/ Tiptronic, local, leather, sunroof, pwr heated seats, only 52k from new, spotless. $14,850 2002 Mercedes Benz CLK 430 Sports Coupe auto/ tiptronic, local, Mercedes Benz serviced, only 102k, spotless. $14,850 2001 BMW X5 3.0 SUV auto/steptronic, local, sufroof, heated pwr leather seats, only 75k from new and spotlessly kept. $14,850 2004 Mercedes Benz C240 4dr Sedan, auto/tiptronic, local, sunroof, alloy wheels, only 63k, immaculate $14,850 2004 Mercedes Benz C240 4Dr Sedan, auto/Tiptronic, local, only $14,850 56k, spotless.

2002 Infiniti QX4 Luxury SUV, auto, local, leather pwr heated seats, sunroof, 3.5L V6 engine, All Wheel Drive, very well kept. $13,850

OPEN

Wed to Sat 9am - 5pm *FREE SCRAP CAR PICK UP* Pay $ for some complete cars. No wheels no problem. 209-2026

9155

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

1994 CHEV 3/4Ton with dump box, auto, exc working cond.

320K, $6200, 604-270-3933

To advertise call

604-630-3300

2000 Lexus RX 300 AWD SUV auto, local, sunroof, leather heated seats, CD, only 79k from new, exceptional. $13,850 2003 Audi A4 1.8t Quattro, 4dr, auto/Tiptronic, leather heated pwr seats, sunroof, local, only 51k & spotlessly kept. $13,850 2002 Jaguar “X Type” 2.5 All Wheel Drive 4dr Sedan, auto, local, leather, sunroof, heated seats, only 49K, spotlessly kept. $13,850 1999 Mercedes Benz E320 4 Matic Station Wagon, only 141k, extremely well kept. $11,850 1999 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6 AWD SUV auto, local, sunroof, only 168k, extremely well kept. $10,850

990-2971 or Wkends 778-340-7406

TUCKTON PLACE 1520 Chesterfield Rd. NV 1 bdrm $935 No pets. Call 604-

9160

LRG-1 BDRM, grd Lvl ste; DOGS OK; in-ste lndry; d/w;$1200+util; Blueridge 604-816-9464

2 BR, Lynnmour, 5 appl, own laund, fenced yrd, ns, pet neg. $1150+ util. Imm. 604-984-7933 2 BR +den up, 2 br+ mud room down, 2 bath, 1.5 kitchen, 2322sf, 29th & Lonsdale, renod, ns, np now. $1800+utils, 604-988-4692

AUTOMOTIVE

1 BR, clean as new, $950 incl. utils, share wd. Lower Lonsdale.

Ns, np, avail now. 604-984-2354 1 BR +den, newer, incld all utils, wd, cable & net, ns, np, central Lonsdale,$1100, 604-833-1952 1 BR gorgeous brand new legal suite in Blueridge, own entry, d/w, own w/d, nr bus, ns, np, suits 1 Feb 1 $1100 604-971-4013

1 BR ground flr. suite, Tempe Heights, spacious, view, np, ns Feb 1, $900 incls 778-229-1022 1 BR lrg bsmt ste . Walk to sea bus & amen, NS, d/w, gas f/p, shared w/d, own patio &garden area. Respectful tenants. $1175 incls utils. Immed 604-837-6653

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HOME SERVICES 8030

Carpentry

8080

Electrical

8130

Handyperson

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

Call Ken, Cell: 604-928-3270 FRIENDLY, Professional, Crown mouldings, baseboard, casings rough framing. 778-233-0559

8055

Cleaning

$18/HR. Quality House cleaning.

604-983-3477 www.qualityhc.com A PROF Cleaning Lady & organizer available now. Reliable & meticulous. Call 778-886-2004 Between 5pm -8pm.

MAJESTIC CLEANERS Experienced & Honest 604-564-8484 QUALITY CLEANING. Exc refs.

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

8060

Concrete

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

8073

Drainage

LONSDALE DRAINAGE & SEWER

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

604-973-0290 Crown Roofing & Drainage Residental Div. Roofing installations & repairs. 604-327-3086

8075

Drywall

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

Electrician Lic#95323, Bonded, Affordable Com/Res. No Job too small. 25 yrs exp. 604 727-2306 ROUZ ELECTRIC #89724 Great rates, fast service, free est.

Satisfaction guar. 604-765-3329 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

8087

Excavating

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

one mini, drainage, landscaping, stump / rock / cement / oil tank removal.

Water / sewer line, 24 hours Call 341-4446 or 254-6865 604.649.1213 CEL 604.984.2313 Res/comm, Excavating, Bobcat, Trucking, Water Lines, Sewer Lines, Drainage, Landscaping.

Hrly/Contract. Free Estimates.

Fireplaces

PRO GAS LTD Gas fireplaces.

Service & safety inspection.

604-925-1341 www.progas.ca

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

Installations Refinishing & Repairs Dust Free.

Affordable Rates!

Free Estimates.

Call: 604-240-3344

ACE DRYWALL. Avail immed.

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

Dave 604-984-7476 *Drywall * Taping * Texture * Stucco*Painting * Steel stud framing Quality Home 604-725-8925 PATCHING, TEXTURE / smooth ceilings, plaster walls. Small jobs.

25 years exp. Call 604-671-9901

MOVING?

ALL FLOOR COVERINGS Repair & Replace. Material Sales Dwight, 604-980-6048 I’ll show you the inexpensive route www.fccarpets.shawwebspace.ca ALLNEWFLOORS.COM Hardwood, Laminate. Professional Install/Refinish.. 604-715-8455 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 A GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICE

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

604-984-4147 RAIN CENTRE LTD.

(since 1968) 4", 5" & 6 " continuous gutters Vinyl & aluminium siding soffits Install repairs and cleaning.

Free Estimates!

604-874-8158 Check us out with the BBB

Call 604-630-3300 to place your ad

Renovate & Repair

Carpentry, Flooring, Drywall Painting, Exterios & more!

Specializing in Small Jobs

Quality Work, Professional Service

8250

8255

Roofing

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

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

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

8135

Seniors Discount

604-537-4140 www.affordablemoversbc.com TwoGuysWithATruck.ca Moving, Storage, Free EST 604-628-7136. Visa, OK

Hauling

CHEAP LOADS Fast Reliable Service 604-922-5101

8140

Heating

PRO GAS LTD Furnaces, boilers, gas fitting. Service & installation.

604-925-1341 www.progas.ca

8160

FREE ESTIMATES

8193

STORMWORKS

● Oil Tank Removal ● Recommended ● Insured ● Reasonable Rates

604-724-3670

Lawn & Garden

Winter Services Same Day Service, Fully Insured

SNOW REMOVAL

• Yard Clean-Ups • Pruning • Gutters • Landscaping

• Xmas Lights • Hedges • Rubbish Removal • Odd Jobs

310-JIMS (5467) BOOK A JOB AT

Oil Tank Removal

8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

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

CALL SUKH free est.

604-726-9213 or 604-984-1988

Serafina Garden Services Maint. & design, decoration & cleanups reas rate 604-984-4433

8175

Masonry

MASTER STONEMASON, Local, Experienced, fireplaces, facing, walls, stairs. Ivan 604-649-2271 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

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

Interior painting, wallpaper Quality service, with a smile!

Call Arlene...604-910-3270 MILANO Painting 604-551-6510 Int/Ext. Good Prices. Free Est. Written Guar. Prof & Insured.

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Plumbing

#1 IN RATES & SERVICE Licenced local plumber. Plug Drains, Reno’s 1-877-861-2423

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

Lic Gas Fitter, Aman. 778-895-2005 ★ 3 Licensed Plumbers ★ 66 years of exp. 604-830-6617 www.oceansidemechanical.com BUDGET PLUMBING, No travel charge, No hidden fees. Guaranteed. Reasonable. 604-726-0474 COMPLETE PLUMBING, heating and gas services, new & old, hot water tanks, lic’d, ins. Quick response; friendly. 604-720-8805

DELBROOK

PLUMBING & DRAINAGE 604-729-6695

PLUMBERS

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

CONNECTING COMMUNITIES

From the City to the Valley

Call Today 604-630-3300 http://classified.van.net

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Power Washing

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

Roofing

LONSDALE ROOFING Don’t Miss Miss This Don’t This One! One!

15% OFF 15% OFF

20 YEARS IN BUSINESS 20 YEARS IN BUSINESS

BCIT Carpentry Graduates KWalker Construction

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

604-781-7785

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

604-929-7133 604-973-0290

WINTER SPECIAL SAVE THE HST Have Your Roof Done Between Now & Jan. 31 Call today 604-328-5554 www.arnoldwendell.com

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

604-728-3009

www.jkbconstruction.com ABBA RENOVATION carpentry, plumbing, wiring, painting, tiling. Work guar, Refs. (604)986-4026/805-8463 BAMFORD CONSTRUCTION Ltd. Quality Renos & Repairs.

604-986-2871 www.bamford.ca BEARING WALLS removed, floors leveled, cathedral ceilings, garage leveled, door and window openings. 604-787-7484 PCM Construction & Maintenance Water Ingress/Mould?

Home Inspection, Repair Estimates, Full-scale Remediation Call 604-294-6700 www.pomeroyconstruction.com

A+

Call AFFORDABLE QUALITY ROOFING LTD. 604-984-9004

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

604-588-0833

SALES@ PATTARGROUP.COM

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All Season Roofing

Re-Roofing & Repairs Specialists 20 year Labour Warranty available

604-591-3500

DIMAN DEVELOPMENTS.

Renovations & Construction.

Mano, 604-990-1671/230-7970 www.dimandevelopments.com INTERIOR RENOVATIONS Bathrooms, Kitchen, Basement, & More. Tim Gleason 604-926-5440 JKB CONSTRUCTION LTD. COMPLETE RENOVATIONS

604-728-3009 jkbconstruction.com

RENOVATIONS: FROM Rendering to Reality. Visit ccirenos.com and look for our listing on Sundays. 604-980-8384

We haul everything, no load too big or small, we do it all. Free est. 604-317-2500/ 929-7195 BELL MINI BINS 604-922-5101 Small or large household jobs & Mini bin service. 7 days a week Fast ★ inexpensive ★ reliable.

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

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Snow Removal

K & E’S 24 HOUR SNOW PLOWING & SALTING Commercial & Residential Fully Insured trucke2k@hotmail.com

604-937-6633 604-349-5533

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Best value. Pay a fraction of the cost compared to booking individual areas. www.communityclassifieds.ca or 1-866-669-9222.

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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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Telephone Services

A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE - Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1-866-884-7464 **HOME PHONE RECONNECT** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect!

1-866-287-1348

8309

Tiling

TILE-RIFIC TILING & PAINTING Slate, Glass, Ceramic Specialist.

Quality Work. 604-831-4013

8315

Tree Services

$ BEST RATES $

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

Fully insured & WCB

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

A-1 TRI CRAFT TREE SERVICES (EST. 1986) A North West Roofing Specialist in Re-Roofing & Repair, Free Est payment plan avail, WCB, Liability Insured Jag 778-892-1530

Complete Bathroom Reno’s Suites, Kitchens,Tiling, Skylights, Windows, Doors, 604 521-1567

*Additions*Quality Work *Ref’s 604-720-1564 matco@telus.net

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

8250

(if booked before Feb. 15/10)

MATCO DESIGN - Renovations

SAVE ON PLUMBING! Licenced Plumber/Gas fitter, $65/HR. Same day service. 604-987-7473 Samy

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!

AGRIOS HOME IMPROVEMENT Renovations, carpentry, painting & home repairs.

IKEA KITCHEN INSTALLS. Michael 604.619.1126

• General Contracting • Project Management • Consulting & Design • New Construction • Large or small Residential Renovations & Repairs

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

604-726-9213 604-984-1988

Renovations & Home Improvement

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

604-926-1526 604-726-9153

Trim, Top, Prune.

All types of lawn & garden applications.

General Clean-Up. Call Sukh: Free Est.

8240

604-773-4549

DVK PAINTING LTD. Winter Special 20% Off! Ext & Int. Free Est’s. Dave • 604-354-2930

GARDEN SERVICES LTD.

www.crownresidentialroofing.com

$

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

A.A. BEST PRO

• BBB • RCABC • GAF/ELK Master Elite Contractor • Residential Roofing • Liability Coverage and WCB • Designated Project Managers • Homes & Strata • Third Party Inspection Installations & Repairs Call 604-327-3086 for a free estimate •• 24 Hr Emergency Service Quote code 2010 for a 5% discount

•Professional, Reliable • Licensed & Insured • North Shore co. est. 2001

A.All Area Gardening Service Binder:

RESIDENTIAL DIVISION LTD.

Tried & True Since 1902

JB’s PAINTING • 99/room – Int/Exterior

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

Rubbish Removal

#1 TRAILER TRASH BOYS

1 to 3 Men

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

778.233.0559

www.jimsmowing.ca

THE ART OF HARDWOOD FLOORS

A PLUS TAPING & DRYWALL High quality, reasonable rates.

Free estimates. 604-715-0400

Moving & Storage

AFFORDABLE MOVING

8100 DRAIN TILES & WATER LINES Without Digging a Trench 604-985-4000

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Advantage Building Maintenance: •Roof •Chimney •Skylight Repairs •FREE Estimate 604-802-1918 CURTIS JOHN ROOFING (since 1978) Roof tune-up from $149.

24 hr repair. 604-985-1913 First Choice Roofing We specialize in flat roofs, fully insured.

WCB, Miguel 778-231-7973 ROOFING REPAIRS 604-988-0279 All types, Guaranteed. 34 yrs exp.

Call John (cell 604-375-0979)

WESTCOAST ROOFING SYSTEMS

604-987-7325

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

Ins & cert. arborist 604-987-8500 A.ALL AREA TREE SERVICE Topping, pruning & stump grinding.

604-926-1526 & 604-726-9153 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

NORTH SHORE Home Services Gutter & window cleaning, Power Washing Est 1963. 604-988-5294

One call does it all...

604-630-3300

A40 - North Shore News - Wednesday, January 12, 2011

The ASK US Event.

One Night Only.

Private Sale, One Night Only Never before seen price reductions for one night only.

In Dealership Only.

ASK US ... ... About our newest Products – All New X3, Diesel Engines, 3 Series Luxury Editions ... About the special priced Demo’s all further reduced for one night only ... About Finance rates from 1.9% ... About Cash Discounts up to $20,000 Off ... About Leases with Zero Down ... About Alternate Cash Back YOU NEED TO ASK , YOU NEED TO BE HERE. One Night Only. IF YOU DON’T ASK, YOU DON’T GET. ASKING STARTS Date: Thursday Night, January 13th, 2011 Time: 5-9 PM Where: Park Shore BMW Our Showroom will be filled with specially priced New and Demo BMW’s all clearly showing lease examples, finance examples, and reduced cash prices.

Refreshments will be served for the one very special night... just remember to ASK.

Park Shore BMW

david@parkshorebmw.com www.parkshorebmw.com 604.985.9344

The Ultimate Driving Experience.

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