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NV man beaten in road rage

Two men charged after alleged Hwy. 1 assault with baseball bat

Jane Seyd

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A North Vancouver father is recovering from his injuries but has been left unable to work after being savagely beaten in a case of road rage gone horribly wrong on Highway 1.

Ryan McCaffery’s vehicle was forced to a stop halfway up The Cut and the driver of a minivan got out and attacked him with a baseball bat after an altercation on the road turned ugly on the afternoon of Jan. 1.

McCaffery said he knew the situation wasn’t going to go well when he got out of his vehicle to check for damage and a man who was a passenger in the other vehicle ran up and began to attack him.

Shortly after, the driver joined in. “I felt a bat hit my head,” said McCaffery.

While the driver continued to hit him with the bat, the passenger punched him in the stomach. “I remember them saying that I was in big trouble, that I’d made a big mistake,” he said.

McCaffery said trouble first started as he was merging on to the on-ramp for the Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing and accelerated to cut in ahead of two other vehicles. That made one See Freeway page 5

Lower BP assessments way above WV average Jane Seyd jseyd@nsnews.com

A number of property owners in West Vancouver are crying foul after their property assessments increased a whopping 40 to 60 per cent this year.

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Now they’re worried about what that kind of increase — roughly four times the average — will mean for their tax bill.

Allan Newbury, who lives on a section of Mathers Avenue directly above Highway 1, said he was shocked when he opened See Freeway page 5

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Wednesday, January 26, 2011 - North Shore News - A3

Library foundation numbers in the black

2009 a bad year, but money still donated to WV Memorial Library Tessa Holloway

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ALLEGATIONS to the contrary, donations to the West Vancouver Library Foundation did cover their expenses in 2009 — just not by as much as it had hoped.

Eighty per cent of donations to the West Vancouver Library Foundation in that year were eaten up by overhead and expenses, according to financial documents.

The bad year was caused by a perfect storm of the recession, rising costs for fundraising and an attempt by the foundation to branch out into new revenue sources that didn’t turn out as well as expected, said foundation directors. Donations were cut by more than half from the year before, but expenses still rose.

Yet despite the tough year for donations, the foundation still pulled in an investment income of $481,000 in 2009, helping the foundation make an $800,000 donation to the renovation of the West Vancouver Memorial Library, among other projects.

Ian Petrie, a director on the board and former treasurer, said they were on sound financial footing and were addressing the problems from 2009.

“We were disappointed,” said Petrie. “We did spend money and it didn’t bear the kind of fruit we expected. This was clearly a down year for us if you like.”

In 2008, just 27 cents of every dollar went to overhead and the

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foundation raised a record $353,000 in donations, while in 2007 about 44 per cent of funds were eaten up by administration. Petrie said 2010 should fall somewhere in that range, though audited financial statements aren’t available yet.

In 2009, however, the foundation raised about $126,000 in direct donations, with an extra $14,000 from the coffee shop at the library — showing a big drop-off from 2008.

Expenses have also risen in the last seven years from just under $40,000 in 2003, climbing every year to $134,000 in 2009. That figure includes consulting fees of $22,000 on the foundation’s investments. Take that out and the total is about $111,000, though that overhead may include some investment-related expenses as well, said Petrie. Compared with $140,000 in revenue, that’s about 80 cents of every dollar going to overhead.

The cost of hosting the croquet tournament also jumped, mostly in 2009, when sponsors who used to provide things like the banquet for free dropped out and left the organizers on the hook. The net revenue from the tournament fell to $21,000 in 2009 from $55,000 the year before, while the 2010 tournament raised $27,000. “(Expenses) have definitely increased,” said foundation chairwoman Nicole Brown. “But so has our donation base and the scale of our organization.”

She said the foundation has looked at other opportunities, but still considers the croquet tournament its most important fundraiser.

At the same time, the organization was updating its donor lists and marketing information — all while donors were thinking twice about writing cheques.

“The entire landscape of fundraising has changed over the years

to be much more competitive,” said Brown.

Despite fundraising challenges, the foundation’s investments have helped weather any changes, and helped complete the Welsh Hall in 2009 as well as the new community computing centre downstairs in the library.

Several literacy programs wouldn’t be possible without the library foundation, added Marcia Bergen, library board chairwoman.

“To us, the foundation is a blessing and we approve of everything in terms of their activities,” she said.

The foundation’s expenses were suddenly thrust under the spotlight after West Vancouver resident and budget-watcher George Pajari raised concerns at a West Vancouver council meeting on Jan. 10.

Using the foundation’s tax forms, Pajari claimed the foundation actually raised less than it spent in 2009. However he included investment expenses without including investment income, and Brown said she felt the accusations were misleading. As well, she said nobody had raised concerns about the group prior to that meeting.

“My concern with Mr. Pajari’s numbers is that they were incorrect,” she said, adding she would rather anyone with concerns approach the group in a constructive way. “This came out of the blue. It’s a total surprise to our group.”

Bergen agreed that this hasn’t been an issue in the past. “This is the first time that it’s been raised,” she said.

For his part, Pajari stands by his numbers, though he admitted it’s not exactly a fair comparison. However, he said, he examined the financial documents of every library foundation in the country in 2009 and, even doing the “unfair” comparison, each was still more efficient with donations.

He simply wanted to raise a concern about the efficiency of the organization, not their mission, he added.

Short breathalyzer wait OK, says judge Jane Seyd

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A North Vancouver judge has refused to toss out a drunk driving case after a defence lawyer argued police violated his client’s rights by making him wait five minutes for a breathalyzer test.

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JOHN Gilmour, president of the Lynn Valley Community Association (second in from left), sits with fellow LVCA members at the District of North Vancouver council meeting Monday. The association was recognized in its 100th year for outstanding community service.

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100 years of service honoured

THE Lynn Valley Community Association was presented with the District of North Vancouver’s Award of Honour Monday, after a century of work on behalf of residents.

Association members came to council chambers clad in bright red T-shirts with “100” on their chests to witness the presentation.

“This award is not given because the association is celebrating its 100th anniversary, a remarkable feat in itself,” said Mayor Richard Walton, “but rather we celebrate all the association and its thousands of volunteers have contributed to our community over the past century.”

Walton singled out the association’s work on the restoration of Mollie Nye House, the Lynn Valley town centre vision process, the preservation of Lynn Canyon Park and the summer concert series.

But one of the group’s most high-profile achievements, said Walton,

was the huge success of the ValleyFest events during the 2010 Olympic Games.

“We’re humbled that council would honour us with this award,” said president John Gilmour, thanking the association’s members for their “countless hours of volunteer time.”

“It’s already a great place,” he said, “but we know it can be better by building the community and making it stronger than it already is.”

Each member of council praised the association’s work, and those who live in other parts of the district said the Lynn Valley body was a model for others.

“I’m from Seymour,” said Coun. Mike Little, mock-sheepishly.

“But I did live for a time in Lynn Valley and the community engagement you have is something we regularly talk about in Seymour, trying to get our community association as active as yours.”

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Shervin Mirsaeidi was charged with drunk driving after a police officer stopped him near the corner of 17th Street and St. Georges Avenue in the early hours of Oct. 17, 2009 and noted a strong smell of alcohol coming from inside the vehicle.

At the time, Mirsaeidi had a class 7 driver’s licence that banned him from driving after having consumed any alcohol.

After deciding Mirsaeidi should take a roadside screening test, the officer put him in the rear of the police car while waiting for a second officer to show up with the breathalyzer.

The two officers estimated the wait was between two and five minutes. Mirsaeidi then blew a “fail” on the roadside test.

In court, Mirsaeidi’s lawyer Marc Bussanich argued the breathalyzer results should be tossed out because the law requires officers to make a roadside breath demand “forthwith.”

In pondering previous cases, the judge noted delays as little as six minutes and as much as 13 minutes have been previously used as grounds to toss out drunk driving cases.

But he ruled a 2-5 minute delay would not be enough to call the case into question.

Mirsaeidi eventually pleaded guilty to driving over .08, was fined $1,000 and banned from driving for one year.

Other drivers call police From page 1

of the drivers angry. “He figured I cut them off,” said McCaffery.

“They started screaming and yelling and threatening.”

McCaffery said he was on the bridge deck when he heard something smash against the side of his vehicle and noticed the mini van with the angry driver beside him. At that point, he stepped on the gas to get away, and thought the incident was over. But when he was about halfway up the steep hill into North Vancouver, he saw the mini van again.

“They cut across two lanes of traffic and hit the brakes,” directly ahead of him, said McCaffery. That was the point when the driver and passenger came after him.

Luckily for McCaffery, a number of other drivers saw the beating in progress and phoned 9-1-1.

The two men were arrested at the scene. McCaffery was taken to hospital, where a two-inch gash in his head required seven staples to close. He also suffered bruising, swelling of his hand and a welt near his elbow. “I still don’t have full use and strength in my left arm,” See Driver page 5

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Wednesday, January 26, 2011 - North Shore News - A5

Freeway home jumps 57% From page 1

his assessment this month and found the value of his home had skyrocketed more than 57 per cent from the previous year — to almost $994,000.

That’s also almost 20 per cent higher than the very highest assessed value for the property — recorded during the real estate market’s peak in 2007.

Newbury said his house was built in 1951 and “there’s not been a whole lot of change to it” since then. He’s owned the house since 1986, when assessed value hovered at around $145,000. But now the value of his land has clocked into the stratosphere.

Newbury doesn’t think assessors have taken a good enough look at his neighbourhood from the ground. “They don’t have a feel for the proximity of our homes to the freeway,” he said. “I’m virtually certain the assessor hasn’t driven out to the area.”

He said he’s only aware of a couple of sales on his block — one, the house next door, sold for $680,000 a year and a half ago. The assessed value of that property is now $964,000.

Even if he was thinking of selling the house, “we don’t have a hope of selling our home at the assessed value,” said Newbury. “The assessed values are way too high.”

In the meantime, he’s concerned about a potential tax wallop this year. “Because our properties have gone up at a far greater rate than others, our proportionate share (of taxes) has gone up,” he said.

Newbury isn’t the only one complaining about sky-high assessments in the same area of West Vancouver.

Gary Sandquist, who lives on Stevens Drive in the lower part of the British Properties, said he was shocked when he opened his assessment notice to find his assessment was up 43 per cent — to $1.4 million this year from $980,000 the year before.

“I’m not planning to sell my house,” said Sandquist. “I wasn’t impressed at all.”

Sandquist went on to the B.C. Assessment website and looked up information on a number of his neighbours, discovering most of them are in the same boat. Sandquist said as far as he’s been able to calculate, the land value in much of his neighbourhood has been slapped with an identical 50.6 per cent increase in value. “It would

encompass 400 or 500 homes,” he said.

In instances where property value has recently jumped to more than $1.15 million, owners also stand to lose part of their provincial homeowner grant. Homes worth over $1.264 million aren’t eligible for the grant.

According to the assessment authority, most homes in West Vancouver increased in value by anywhere from five to 20 per cent in the last year, with an average 13 per cent increase. But Jason Grant, area assessor, acknowledges not all properties fit those descriptions.

Grant said about 400 out of 12,000 single-family homes in West Vancouver increased by more than 40 per cent this year.

He said the primary reason for that is that those property values dropped significantly during the previous assessment — about 25 per cent — during the economic downturn. But recent sales indicate the market has rebounded very swiftly, said Grant, “and the new assessments are reflecting those changes.”

Grant added there will always be properties that increase or decrease in value much more than the average. Anyone with concerns about their assessment should first phone the assessment office and talk to an assessor. If no agreement is reached, Grant said property owners have until Jan 31. to submit a formal appeal.

He said typically between one and two per cent of homeowners appeal their assessments.

Assessments are one of the key factors that go into determining local property taxes each year. When the value of a property goes up more than the average increase in that area, homeowners can usually expect their taxes to be higher too.

According to statistics released this month by the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, the average selling price of a home in West Vancouver in December was $1.5 million — up more than 10 per cent from a year ago and up 35 per cent over five years.

SKI RACK

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he said. The accident has left the father of two small boys — who works as a tow truck driver — temporarily without an income while he recovers from his injuries. “Financially it’s hurting us right now,” he said.

As a tow truck driver, “I deal with aggravated people all the time,” he said. “I’ve never once had something like this happen.”

Corp. Peter DeVries, spokesman for the North Vancouver RCMP, said it’s discouraging to see road rage escalate to this level of violence. “He certainly could have been killed,” said DeVries.

Gerardo Arguello, 37, from Vancouver, and Norman Segundo, a 34-year-old Californian, have been charged with assault with a weapon in connection with the attack. They are scheduled to appear in North Vancouver provincial court next month.

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YNN Valley Community Association received well deserved civic recognition Monday when the District of North Vancouver gave the group an Award of Honour — not just because it’s celebrating its 100th birthday this year, but because the thousands of volunteer hours its members have contributed to Lynn Valley have made it a better place.

We often use this space to urge residents to get involved in community issues, suggesting it is better to participate in planning than to criticize after the fact.

But for many, going to a council meeting can be a frustrating experience.

There is extremely limited chance for input and much of a meeting may not be about what interests you.

Participating in a community or

residents association is another way to stay in touch with municipal issues that affect your neighbourhood, be they taxation, development proposals or road and street maintenance.

Right now, the District of North Vancouver has a draft of its new official community plan on its website. Why not see what your nearest community association has to say? In the District of West Vancouver, now might be the time to get involved with the Ambleside and Dundarave Ratepayers Association if you are interested in the revitalization of the West Van core. Later this year, the City of North Vancouver will frame some of its OCP issues before seeking public input next year.

You can help others through local networks, but just as often, they can help you get your voice heard.

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Change prescribed for Medicare Dear Editor: Elizabeth James (Health Care is Under Siege, North Shore News, Jan. 19) seems to have trouble distinguishing between fact and fiction.

It is a fact that Canada’s health scheme (it is not organized well enough to be called a system) is consistently ranked near the bottom when it comes to international comparisons. The World Health Organization ranked our health scheme 30th and, in a comparison with over 30 European countries that offer universal care, the European Health Consumer group ranked us near the bottom in quality and near the top in cost.

Studies show that the poor and underprivileged in Canada suffer from the worst access and the poorest outcomes of all. The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that Canadians are suffering and dying on wait lists. Data show that two-thirds of B.C. children wait a medically unacceptable period of time for surgery.

It is also a fact that in dozens of countries that offer a hybrid system of public and private funding and delivery, all patients — regardless of income — are able to access necessary care quickly.

Canadian Medicare is based on a policy of restricted access to doctors (government policies of the ’90s resulted in a situation today in which five million Canadians do not have a family doctor), and rationing access to hospital care. Medicare needs to be reformed and rebuilt, not preserved. Increasing costs of new technologies and drugs, combined with pressures from an ageing baby boomer population, will make reforms essential.

Private clinics in B.C. are not in violation of the law. James’ statement that Cambie Surgery Centre denied the government access to our clinic is not true. We have asked for and have accepted a voluntary audit (now in progress) by the government.

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The truth is that the B.C. Medicare Protection Act attempts to prevent citizens from extricating themselves from the pain and suffering of waiting for care. According to leading Canadian constitutional experts that act is unlawful. We wish to have that verified by the courts and that is the reason for our lawsuit. In 2005, the Supreme Court of Canada granted Quebec residents the legal right to spend their own after-tax dollars on their own health care.

Our action is an attempt to achieve the same rights for citizens of British Columbia.

Perhaps the state should also eliminate competition, and the profit motive, in the media and make all newspaper, radio and television outlets fall under a single government ministry. Or have such policies been tried elsewhere and failed? Just asking!

Dr. Brian Day, medical director, Cambie Surgery Centre

Place celltowers away from homes, schools and parks

Dear Editor: Regarding your Jan. 19 story, The Price of Convenience is Celltowers: It’s not that we concerned citizens want the celltowers to go the way of the dodo bird, but that celltowers be placed in a safer place — away from family homes and public schools, parks, and so on.

Think out of the box, guys; we can work together for a safer environment. Don’t hesitate to ask questions about the subject from the powers that be.

Remember when we were told that smoking was OK? ’Nuff said.

Joyce Moller North Vancouver

Health efficiencies add up to sustainability Dear Editor: Congratulations to Elizabeth James for her incisive Jan. 19 article on the threats to our health-care system. These threats are not confined to British Columbia, it is nation-wide.

We have heard repeatedly from politicians and those who believe everything should be privatized that our present system of health care is not sustainable. We know that the same words repeated over and over again, especially by government ministers, take on the cover of truth. Soon we accept them as a given and begin to allow without a murmur the insidious inroads into our Canadian system by private clinics. This is what is happening

today and what Ms. James points out so effectively.

But not all of us are duped. We value our health care. People like Roy Romanow, Ujjal Dosanjh and health care economist Robert Evans have shown the system is indeed sustainable if it were to be made more efficient by, for example, nationalizing PharmaCare, making more efficient use of nurses, providing more home care and other measures.

If we want our health care preserved we can have it. All we have to do is if elect people who support it.

Philip Pinkus West Vancouver

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What if we threw all the bums out . . .

“BC First [would] develop a new, comprehensive, ‘results based’ curriculum for primary and secondary education. . . . Included would be a B.C. Citizenship Course for grades K12 to help children understand the rights and responsibilities of citizens in a free and democratic society. . . .”

Chris Delaney, BC First spokesman, Jan. 16, 2011

HOW many readers have even heard of the BC First Party, let alone know about the framework policies its executive has prepared for the party’s first annual general meeting in Kamloops on April 9?

Despite regular media releases distributed throughout British Columbia, it would be no surprise to learn that BCFP messages have been drowned out by the cacophony of would-be premiers who, almost two years ago, were elected to conduct the business of the province.

I think of the ongoing fracas in these terms: Most members of the legislative assembly are not worthy of the post. For a year or more, government business has come distant second to the partisan fights going on behind and in front of media cameras.

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Elizabeth James Liberal and NDP MLAs alike either participate in the fray, or sit silent in hope of a cabinet post or leadership nod, while the circus plays out like a Shakespearean drama gone mad.

This column was begun on Jan. 16. In light of the 2010/2011 Needs and Opportunity Budget of North Vancouver school district, and in response to the BCFP policy paper on education, the story was intended to discuss local and provincial education issues.

I thought discussions about policy alternatives were more important than the self-serving need of B.C. Liberals to reimage 10 years of deceits, or of NDPers to bandage over the back-stabbing splits in their party. I believed it was more important to address policy suggestions than to add to the growing din over police re-investigations of a former

solicitor-general, or stories of thousands of last-minute memberships and dubious sacks full of cash.

Good grief! Are these the people we trust to impose a future premier on a democratic society?

No matter how hard I tried to ignore the mess swirling around the cesspool of what passes for B.C. politics, I was finally overcome by the tsunami of newsbites unleashed mid-week. “A pox on all their houses,” I thought.

“They all deserve to be thrown out.”

Throw them out? Do you think we could?

The signature totals on the anti-HST petitions suggest we can.

So let’s just suppose. . . .

The political slate is now clean.

Politicians’ offices are closed, their shredders silent.

The Legislature is as hushed as though it were a fall session; empty galleries murmur only the carpeted echoes of debates long past.

But outside those walls the bureaucracies that have always been the power behind political thrones will continue to do what they do.

They will act under the interim authority of a caretaker executive committee cochaired by the non-partisan auditor-general and the CEO of the Municipal Finance

Authority.

Members of the committee meet once a month. They are the mayors of the province, the chairs of regional districts, the CEOs of regional health and school districts and the representative for children and youth.

As in the Legislative Assembly, each member has one vote.

The next provincial election is scheduled for May of 2012.

The premier will be elected directly by the people.

All candidates will stand as independents.

Current MLAs are barred from standing for election until 2016.

As an interim measure, the HST will be reset to 11 per cent and charged only on items that were subject to GST and PST prior to July 1, 2010.

Concurrent with the 2012 election, a referendum will be held as to whether to retain or renegotiate that tax.

Donations to candidates will be limited to a total of $15,000 each, and be from individuals only; no donation will exceed $500.

The interim head of Elections BC will be the non-partisan provincial ombudsman who will appoint a staff advisory committee to run the 2012 election according to the rules of an amended Elections Act. Campaign promises are

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Flashing light is a stop sign – for now

QUESTION:

Why is there a red light flashing 24 hours per day at the intersection of 21st and Lonsdale Avenue? This is the only flashing light I have seen at an intersection in B.C. John Gillis North Vancouver Dear Mr. Gillis: I believe the flashing red light to which you refer is in fact at the intersection of 20th Street and Lonsdale Avenue.

London Drugs, Mcdonald’s, Ricky’s and a medical clinic share that intersection. Two single red flashing lights control east- and west-bound traffic on 20th Street while traffic on Lonsdale Avenue is controlled by standard traffic lights.

This intersection has no activation sensors. Such devices, installed beneath the pavement, are sensitive to the presence of a vehicle and, when triggered, will cause a traffic light to cycle to red. Sensors can also record the volume of vehicle traffic.

Sensors at Lonsdale and 21st Street show that in an average 24-hour period, vehicles pass through that intersection 12,200 times travelling southbound, 9,900 times northbound, 1,600 times westbound and 1,325 times eastbound. Surrounding

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Peter DeVries businesses also generate a high volume of pedestrian traffic.

Unlike 21st Street, onto which the most popular exit from London Drugs feeds and where Lonsdale School used to be, the amount of vehicle traffic fed onto 20th Street from the surrounding residential neighbourhoods is lower, and is minimal enough that a three-stage traffic light is not necessary to adequately control traffic; a stop sign is sufficient and thus sensors are not required.

In anticipation of future higher volumes of traffic, engineers chose an overhead red flashing light in place of a stop sign (the two perform the same function.) This is because the lighting device atop the pole is by far the

cheapest part of a traffic light; it is the underground wiring and support structure that represent the greatest cost.

It is therefore much more cost-effective to have installed the structure during road construction and then to simply change the light when the need arises, an eventuality city planners anticipate.

City engineers design roads with traffic control devices that are intended not only to maximize safety, but also to facilitate the movement of people and goods in the most cost-effective way. Their foresight, effort and attention to detail is impressive, and certainly gives me pause to be grateful for the little things that I regularly take for granted.

••• Oops! I want to make a correction to my Ask A Cop answer of Jan. 12. The section of the act I consulted in making my response to the question pertained to yellow lines, and not white lines; it is never legal to cross a solid white line. My apologies.

Cpl. Peter DeVries Media Relations Officer North Vancouver RCMP Follow Peter on Twitter at www. twitter.com/rcmpdevries.

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Politicians are employees, not ‘in power’ From page 7

of the oath or the code will result in immediate dismissal — no expensive recall required.

Further, until at least six months after the 2012 election, all union and provincial capital/operating contracts will continue in force as is. All provincial and local contracts with the RCMP will continue in force as is until December 2013. This will allow time for a new government to establish a provincial police force or to negotiate an updated, performance-based contract with the RCMP that will be renewable every five years just like a 30-year mortgage.

An immediate commission of inquiry into the BC Rail deal will be struck, chaired by former judges Ted Hughes or Thomas R. Braidwood.

Finally, to allow for seamless caretaker and local governance, the current term of municipal and regional governments is extended by one year to November 2012.

The foregoing ideas are barely half in jest.

Our need to regain control of the entire governmental system has been on my mind for years. And for years I’ve wondered how government could be released from the strictures of passé rightwing-left-wing politics and run more like a fiscally responsible business that, nevertheless, has a sincere and affordable social conscience.

Our politicians must be made to understand that they were hired to do a job, preferably in the Legislature, not to spend their time out-manoeuvring us and one another in order to climb their own political ladders. They must also understand that they are not “in power.” They are employees hired by, and accountable

to, all British Columbians for the manner in which they carry out their duties — not once every four years but every day of the week, year-round.

Unfortunately, education will have to wait for another column.

All I have space to mention here is that, agree with them or not, members of the BCFP founding group are at least putting tangible policy ideas on the table for our input and discussion.

What a novel idea that is.

One final thought: Last week, Delta mayor and Metro Vancouver chairwoman Lois Jackson said she did not think voters were ready for a fourth level of government — that is, for an elected regional government.

How about running that idea by the people, Mayor Jackson? rimco@shaw.ca

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Council Initiative Plan for Lower Lonsdale Business Improvement Area

In accordance with Section 213 of the Community Charter, notice is hereby provided that Council for the City of North Vancouver is intending to establish a local area service in relation to a Business Improvement Area in the Lower Lonsdale business corridor pursuant to Sections 210 and 215 of the Community Charter.

This notice concerning the creation of a Business Improvement Area on Council initiative is given pursuant to Section 213(1) of the Community Charter.

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City council nixes ICBC head office signs 4 proposed 10x10 signs well in excess of bylaw Benjamin Alldritt

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RESIDENTS of the 100-block of West First Street successfully lobbied the City of North Vancouver council Jan. 17 to prevent ICBC from mounting four large signs atop its head office on Esplanade.

The insurance company had hung similar signs on a temporary basis during the Olympics. The 10-foot by 10-foot signs, each sporting the ICBC logo, were removed following the Games, but now the Crown corporation would like to reinstall them permanently at the top of the building.

Both the height and the size of the signs go beyond what is allowed by the city’s sign bylaws.

Nearby residents blasted the idea that ICBC be allowed a variance, and poured scorn on a staff

report that argued the signs would have economic benefits.

“There’s absolutely no evidence offered for any of this, no reason to expect these kinds of results,” said Jack Knetsch. “Everyone has to buy insurance, whether they have signs or not.

Besides, this is a headquarters. You don’t walk into this building and buy insurance.”

Knetsch’s neighbours went on to describe the proposed signs as “offensive,” “a joke” and “the most preposterous thing I’ve ever seen.”

Coun. Rod Clark reminded the audience that he voted against an oversize sign for Kiwanis Housing Society, warning that precedent was the thin end of the wedge.

“Well, the wedge just got thicker,” he said.

Coun. Craig Keating also opposed the variance, but said that ICBC should consider boosting its visibility at street level and at its Lonsdale Quay entrance. “It doesn’t look very head office-y,” he said. “I’m not opposed to ICBC putting money into making its head office presence more significant, I just think it has to happen at the pedestrian level.”

Coun. Bob Fearnley was the sole councillor to speak in support of the signage. “You look across the water to all those buildings that have western headquarters or headquarters of corporations, they all seem to like to put their logo on the top of their building. Why is that important?” he asked.

Fearnley argued that offending corporate

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“It’s a piece of business that we absolutely want but we don’t really have it right now, as far as I know,” said Kathleen Campbell, executive director of Vancouver’s North Shore tourism association. “But certainly, it’s an important business for us.”

According to a Cruise B.C. Association report released in November 2010, the province’s cruise industry is expected to grow in 2011, with new cruise ships — including Disney Cruise Lines

— scheduled to port in Vancouver. According to the report, the cruise industry contributed $1.2 billion to the provincial economy in 2010.

North Vancouver’s Capilano Suspension Bridge is one of many North Shore attractions hoping to reap the benefits of the growing number of cruise ships coming into the area.

“It’s definitely a good thing,” said Sue Kaffka, the bridge’s vice-president of sales and marketing. “On days when cruise ships are in town, we definitely see a change in attendance.”

Campbell noted that Vancouver’s North Shore tourism association would be looking for new ways to tap into the cruise ships’ business potential this year.

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residents would have serious implications for the city’s budget and overall economy. “I realize I’m losing some votes here, but we can’t afford to lose these guys — actually we want more of these guys to come. And if the price is a sign on top of their buildings, I think that’s a small price.”

Council voted down the sign request 6-1.

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BRIGHT LIGHTS

Judge’s retirement

by Paul McGrath

Canadian Bar Association’s Sharon Matthews and Law Society of B.C.’s Rob McDiarmid attend.

Tim Ellan and provincial court judicial case manager Suzanne McLarty enjoy the festivities.

Former chief judge of provincial court Carol Baird Ellan and Associate Chief Justice Anne MacKenzie of the B.C. Supreme Court have a chat.

Linda Rodgers and Senator Mobina Jaffer show their support.

Retiring provincial court Judge William Diebolt completes his final sitting day as judge.

Jan. 13 proved to be an emotional day for those gathered in North Vancouver Provincial Courtroom 2 as Judge William Diebolt completed his final sitting day as judge before entering retirement. The North Vancouver resident served as a judge for more than 33 years and highlights of his illustrious career include serving as a Chief Judge as well as president of the Provincial Court Judges Association. Diebolt also served in all divisions of the court — criminal, family and civil. The courtroom was filled with his peers, lawyers, family and friends who praised him for his sincerity, kindness, humour and humility as well as his work to ensure gender equality in the court and to increase access to justice by the modernization of court processes in the family division of the court. Among those who paid tribute were Senator Mobina Jaffer, the Canadian Bar Association’s Sharon Matthews and the Law Society of B.C.’s Rob McDiarmid.

Provincial court Judge Joanne Challenger and crown counsel Lindsay Herron team up for a photo.

John Whyte and Chris Doll flank North Shore Bar Association’s Dan Sudeyko.

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Don’t let winter keep you from gardening THERE are many things to do in the West Coast garden during winter and we are truly blessed with a generally mild climate that allows us to keep gardening throughout winter.

It is an impressive piece of technology, and as far as horsepower and sheer wow appeal goes, the Galaxy is a real star.

Samsung has made sure it has all the bells and whistles. A gorgeous four-inch 800 by 480 high-resolution touch screen is at the heart of the Galaxy, while an HD camera with video, built-in WiFi, a GPS and accelerometer ensure that the phone is up to most any task.

The software that comes pre-installed in the Galaxy includes all the standbys including the now-standard Google Mobile Apps, social networking tools and a fully licensed version of Vlingo. Vlingo was probably the nicest surprise on the Galaxy. It is a superb voice recognition system for mobile devices that really performs. I have tested out many voice systems in the past, none comes close to the accuracy and functionality of Vlingo.

The Android OS itself took a very short time to get comfortable with. In a word, it is powerful, but like all the Google tools it is not refined.

We can transplant shrubs and perennials, prune some trees and shrubs, work on garden design, lime the soil and enjoy the sublime in the winter garden. But timing is everything and there are some things that should not be done during winter. Oscar Wilde once said: “Experience is the name everyone gives to their mistakes.” So here are a few gardening tasks that should not be done during winter.

Don’t spray with lime sulphur or dormant oil. I know I am in the minority on this topic and fruit tree orchardists would surely disagree. Perhaps they are right in their instance where a large monocrop is grown. But residentially, the use of dormant oil and lime sulphur has little value. During my first life, when I was the super-100-hack-and-wackspray-master-T, I sprayed many trees at the request of my boss of the day. Of those many trees,

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Dormant sprays not worth it From page 13 less than 10 per cent showed any benefit from the application.

Why? Not from inaccurate dosage or application technique; I was taught by a knowledgeable journeyman who was well schooled and trained in Germany.

The likely cause is are our heavy rainfall that washed off much of the residue. And the target pests such as aphids, scale and some foliar diseases found other places to overwinter, other than on the trees branching or trunk.

So, each year we would spray and the problem would come back the following spring. Adjusting the timing of the spray application later or earlier had little effect. Now in my second life, I believe that dormant sprays are simply not worth the financial or environmental cost. Try something else.

Don’t let your soil be damaged. According to David R. Montgomery, a professor and author who has been published in Scientific American, it takes an average of 700 to 1,500 years to form an inch of soil. That is a very long time indeed.

Topsoil is a unique attribute of Mother Earth, with no other planet in our solar system having anything remotely similar in quality or diversity. With those facts in mind, topsoil is probably more valuable and precious than any other earth element; without it we would starve.

If you work on the soil at this time of year, try to avoid compaction and rain damage by using plywood sheets to walk in the beds and cover piled soil with plastic sheets. Always mulch your soil to protect it from the ravages of climate, especially rainfall, which compacts soil one drop at a time. Grow cover crops over veggie beds to maintain soil fertility and structure. And most importantly, walk lightly upon the soil of earth.

Do not prune tender shrubs during winter. There are many shrubs that can be pruned during winter such as forsythia, viburnum, spirea, rhodos, camellia and others. But tender shrubs like rosemary, lavender, hebes, choiysia and hydrangeas and others should not be pruned until the end of winter. All of those shrubs are susceptible to frost damage if they are pruned during winter.

Do not prune thin-barked trees during winter. These would include Japanese maple and other exotic maples, dogwood, birch, halesia, stuartia and a few other less common species. Pruning

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SPRAYING trees with lime sulphur or dormant oil has little benefit due to the heavy rainfall on the West Coast, which washes off much of the residue. those trees during winter predisposes them to vascular diseases that attack the stem and trunk. Many vascular diseases gain entry to the tree’s vascular system via pruning wounds. Such trees are See Prune page 17

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CLEANING up the home can get pricey, so try using products you already have in the pantry — like vinegar and baby oil — to get the job done.

You would be surprised to see how much of your monthly household budget is made up of cleaning products. Whether you choose the more mainstream varieties or perhaps the eco-friendly options, they all add up. There are ways to keep these costs down by using smart, cleaning shortcuts. In Home Ideas some cases commercial cleaning Barb Lunter products are not required and ordinary, pantry items such as lemons, vinegar and baby oil are all you need.

Here are a few tips to keep your house looking great and running smoothly in a cost-effective manner.

It’s important to read labels before dispensing quantities of laundry detergent and dishwasher soap. I think many of us are guilty of just pouring what we deem appropriate into the washing machine without really reading the labels. The new front-loading washers require only a little soap. In most cases a tablespoon and a half is all you require. Too many times we overload our soap dispensers, especially with our dishwashers. For smaller loads be sure to use only one of the soap dispensers as opposed to filling both. And in most cases you may only have to fill the dispenser half-full. Experiment a little with each wash to determine the quantity that is required for a good clean.

As an alternative you may opt for the already pre-measured soap tablets that can be found at most grocery stores. Be aware, however, that these tend to cost a little more than the boxes of powdered soap.

Do you have tiles on your bathroom wall? Experts suggest using foam cleaner for this type of job. The foam will cling better to vertical surfaces and sit longer to cut through soap scum. Leave the foam for a minute or two and then use a sponge to spread the foam from tile to tile. Rinse thoroughly with your showerhead. The regular spray cleaners tend to run down the walls and much of the product is wasted.

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For removing grease I have always found that a combination of good old-fashioned lemon juice and warm water seems to do the trick for cutting kitchen grease. And don’t forget about vinegar. This product is a must in every kitchen pantry. Add a little to hot water and use on counters, tiles and windows and remember to use a soft cleaning cloth. If you have stainless steel appliances, you may want to try baby oil to remove any fingerprints. It works like a charm. lunter@shaw.ca

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Galaxy a tour de force for geeks From page 13

I kind of feel like the good people at Google race ahead at 100 mph building incredible functionality and power into their tools, then lose interest at somewhere around the 85 to 90 per cent mark. This is where Apple and RIM excel — the last 10 per cent.

Case in point, the texting tool, there was (is) a glitch in the software that made all my incoming text messages have the wrong time stamp on them, a frustrating problem. I puzzled for several hours till I found a fix (involving downloading a hack). Far too geeky a process for the average person to attempt.

The touch screen on the Galaxy is very responsive and for the most part the main tools are all easy to access. There is a nice user interface feature that causes a slight vibration to occur each time you press a button, giving you positive feedback.

As far as negatives on the user interface, I miss the single-

purpose buttons found on the Blackberry. To make a phone call on the Galaxy you need to perform no less than three or four taps or swipes just to get to the phone screen.

Battery life was awful, especially if you leave on any of the abundant wireless services such as WiFi or BlueTooth. Seldom did I get a full day’s service out of the phone and several times, on busy days it left me in the lurch with a dead battery.

Conclusion: I think the Samsung Galaxy is a tour de force for geeks, powerful, with loads of possibilities. It is a perfect match to the Android OS, it is just not a refined phone for the rest of us. If you tinker, don’t mind troubleshooting and need to have cutting edge wireless at your fingertips, it is worth consideration. For the rest of us, there are more elegant solutions to be had.

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Spring Flower and Penjing Show: Metro Vancouver Gardening Society will host this show, Jan. 29 and 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Floral Hall at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Admission: $5 per family. Info: 604-4739837 or tonychwu@gmail.com.

Cedar Lecture Series: Plant ecologist and taxonomist Terry McIntosh will discuss new trends in botanical exploration, Thursday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Admission: $15/$10. Tickets are available at the administration office or at the door. Info: www. vandusengarden.org.

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The West Vancouver Amateur Naturalists will visit Capilano River Regional Park, Sunday, Jan. 30 at 9 a.m. President of the Native Plant Society of B.C. Dawn Hanna will lead the group in a search for native B.C.

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Prune in summer to limit regrowth From page 14 best pruned in summer when the air is drier and sunlight can be use to advantage to sterilize the pruning wound. Summer pruning of those trees will also prevent the ugly regrowth of water sprouts.

James Joyce once said: “Mistakes are the portals of discovery.” A case in point, during my first life, I pruned a snake bark maple (Acer davidii) in January. It was a beautiful big tree with fantastic coloured striations on the bark, lovely delicate leaves and a specimen tree in the client’s garden.

The following summer we were called to the client’s garden to diagnose the stem disease that had developed on the branching of the tree. It seems the warm, wet winter

combined with dirty pruning equipment had given that snake bark maple a stem disease.

The tree succumbed and died a couple of years later. As Sophia Loren once said: “Mistakes are part of the dues one pays for a full life.” Yes, a full life indeed, but a wallet left empty paying for the dead tree.

Everyone should keep on working in the garden right through the milder parts of winter and don’t be scared to make mistakes. For as Mahatma Gandhi said: “Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to make mistakes.”

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But in an unusual twist of events he wasn’t standing in front of a net stopping pucks.

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Some parents will look at that ad and immediately start thinking about the book they want to read to their child at bedtime. It may be a new title you just discovered, or one of those child favourites which both you and she know by heart and love.

But then there are the kids who really have trouble sitting still to read or be read to. How do you engage those kids?

The organization behind Family Literacy Day, LifeLiteracyCanada suggests that you play. Make literacy fun. They suggest that “playing games creates a strong family bond, promotes

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AVA and Phoebe Lesku-Fox flank Lyvnia Holliday-Laursen as the three check off a list of books they have read as part of All Aboard for Kindergarten, a new book club at the North Vancouver City library. Book prizes are given to those who complete all 10 sections of books. The program is on until May. Register in person at the children’s information desk. language comprehension and improves reading skills.” And that sounds absolutely right to me.

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To make it even more fun, invite your sister and her kids to join the festivities and suddenly it’s not about literacy, it’s a party. All sorts of games encourage reading.

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Add recipes to the mix From page 18 your youth.

The trick is to adjust the rules to acknowledge the age discrepancies. A favourite with our family was the alphabet game. We each had to find a sign or a license plate with a letter from the alphabet starting at A. The challenge was to complete the whole alphabet.

Once one person saw a letter, no one else could use it. But, here was the trick. The parents had to go through the alphabet twice, the kids only once.

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While you are enjoying your milk and cookies, maybe you can pick up a book and read to him.

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Storytales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages three to five, Tuesdays, 10:3011 a.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Registration is not

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An education in whiskey

“Always carry a flagon of whisky in case of snakebite, and furthermore, always carry a small snake.”

– W. C. Fields

Deana Lancaster dlancaster@nsnews.com

I’M arriving late to this party, but cut me some slack: I’m a slow learner.

Back when you, my savvy readers, were discovering the delights of craft-brewed beer, I was hooked on the crisp sweetness of B.C. ciders.

You were already well versed in the differences between Bordeaux and Burgundy while I was still deciding if I even liked wine (I do). And now, I’m finally discovering the delights of whisky (and whiskey), but I realize it’s old news to the likes of you. So bear with me.

Last week, my belated education received another delicious installment when I sat next to master distiller Harlen Wheatley, from Kentucky’s Buffalo Trace Distillery, during a bourbonpairing dinner at Brix restaurant in Yaletown.

I know . . . I love my job.

As well as a charming southern drawl, Wheatley has an encyclopedia of knowledge about the subject

closest to his heart, including stories about Buffalo Trace, named for its location on the Kentucky River where millions of buffalo found their way across in their westward move toward the Great Plains.

First, for the newbies out there like me, a primer.

Whiskey — spelled without the ‘e’ in Scotland and Canada — is made by distilling grains and aging the resulting alcohol in oak casks.

Like many grain alcohols, whiskey can be made using an assortment of different grains, including rye, barley, corn, and wheat.

Scotch whisky (often simply referred to as Scotch) is made in Scotland. A singlemalt Scotch is made entirely from malted barley from one distillery; a blended malt Scotch uses all malted barley, but may mix batches from different distilleries; a single grain Scotch uses alcohol all from one distillery, though it may blend different grains; and a blended grain Scotch may use multiple grains from multiple distilleries. Of these, the single-malt Scotch is usually hailed as being of the highest caliber, and as such is both the most expensive and the most sought after.

Irish whiskey is generally made from barley, either malted barley or from a blend of unmalted and malted barley. Blended whiskeys from Ireland may also include corn or wheat alcohols mixed in with a blend of barley.

Canadian whisky must be mashed, distilled, and aged in Canada.

Rye whiskey is made with mash containing at least 51 per cent rye gain.

And bourbon — my new favourite— is a type of whiskey in which more than half of the grain used is

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Bishop’s Restaurant celebrates its silver anniversary with a menu of warm crusted goat’s cheese, Dungeness crab cake, Fraser Valley lamb and death by chocolate. The menu will be offered Sundays though Thursdays until Feb. 10.

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A barrel room at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Franklin County, Kentucky. corn. Declared the United States’ official distilled spirit

by Congress in 1964, the rules for Bourbon are strict.

Congress listed several key items, including how much corn had to be distilled (minimum of 51 per cent), how long the bourbon must be aged (minimum two years), and what kind of barrels must be used (new and charred). It is these key points that give bourbon its distinctive flavor and beautiful caramel color.

Wheatley, at 41, is one of the youngest master distillers in the bourbon industry, but has been tutored under bourbon legends such as Elmer T. Lee and Gary Gayheart during the 16 years he has worked at Buffalo Trace.

This trip marked Wheatley’s first visit to Vancouver, but the city is a good fit for Buffalo Trace, he

said.

“The cocktail craze is doing well here,” he said, which means plenty of potential fans. “We’re always looking for people who are adventurous, who want to try new things. A dinner like this offers a great opportunity to show you can pair bourbon with food.”

And Brix chef Chris Bisaro was up for the challenge.

“I collect whiskies,” said Bisaro. “I’m more of a bourbon fan than anything.”

He said he was “giddy” with the possibilities while sampling the bottles to be paired for the dinner.

First up, Bisaro created a Fraser Valley pork rilette breaded with triple smoked bacon, cured and smoked pork tenderloin carpaccio, and just a hint of candied Meyer lemon zest. It was well See A drop page 25

Women’s Only Valentine Aphrodisiac Cooking Class: Maureen Goulet hosts fun and educational cooking classes in West Vancouver. The class on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 6:45-10 p.m., will feature executive chef Daryle Nagata and herbalist Elaine Stevens from VanDusen Botanical Garden. Classes are held at Y Franks store, 503 15th St. Cost: $75. Info: www. ambrosiaadventures.com.

Be a Celebrity Chef for Your Valentine: The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver’s executive chef Robert LeCrom will hold a cooking class on how to prepare a romantic four-course Valentine’s dinner for two, Thursday evening, Feb. 10.

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Serve it chilled in summer A drop of water is encouraged From page 24

Lime wedges (optional) In a Dutch oven, combine the first nine ingredients (corn through black pepper). Bring to a boil. Stir in chicken pieces and cornstarch mixture and return soup to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10 to 12 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, stirring once or twice. Add salt to taste (kosher salt is my favourite — it has a less harsh bite than iodized salt, but you might find you need to add more than if you use regular table salt).

Garnish as desired and serve with lime wedges. Makes six servings, approx. 175 calories per serving.

Mushroom Tomato Bisque ½ cup sliced leeks (white and pale green parts only – wash very well before slicing) ½ cup sliced celery 1 clove garlic, minced 1 Tbsp butter 1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 1 398 ml can diced tomatoes, undrained 1-1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth ½ cup whipping cream ½ tsp dried dill weed ¼ tsp freshly ground black

pepper ½ cup sliced mushrooms 2 tsp butter Salt In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, cook the leeks, celery and garlic in the tablespoon of butter until tender. Add the 1½ cups mushrooms and cook about five minutes more or until the mushrooms are tender. Stir in the tomatoes, chicken broth, dill and black pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes. Cool mixture slightly. In a blender place one third of the tomato mixture. Cover and blend until smooth. Repeat twice with the remaining tomato mixture, returning each batch to saucepan when blended.

Stir the whipping cream into the blended tomato mixture and heat the soup through.

Add salt to taste. While the soup is heating, cook the ½ cup mushrooms in the two teaspoons of butter until tender and browned. Serve the bisque garnished with the cooked mushrooms. Makes four servings.

Carrot and Orange Soup This is one of my favourite recipes, hands down. It can also be served chilled as a

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1 lb. carrots, peeled and sliced (6 to 8 medium) 2 tsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 large onion, chopped 1 tsp grated fresh ginger 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth ¾ cup homogenized milk 1 large orange or two large tangerines, remove two 1”wide strips of peel then grate remaining zest; squeeze juice after peel is removed, strain out seeds if necessary Salt and freshly ground pepper In a large saucepan of boiling water, cook the carrots until tender. Drain and return to the saucepan; set aside.

Heat the oil in a non-stick skillet; sauté garlic and onions until softened, approximately 5 minutes. Add to the carrots along with the broth, ginger and the two strips of orange peel (use a vegetable peeler to remove just the coloured part of the peel, not the bitter white pith underneath). Cover and simmer for 25 minutes.

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matched with the light, vanilla-spice flavours of Blanton’s Special Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon.

“Bourbon is always best with meat, barbecue, anything smoky,” said Wheatley.

“That’s just my opinion, but it’s a pretty common opinion.”

A warm and salty caramelized onion soup, spiked with a Parmesan crostini and duck confit worked beautifully with the Buffalo Trace Bourbon; but the standout course was a succulent roasted lamb chop sided by apple bread pudding, paired with the rich fullbodied toffee and cherry flavours of the Eagle Rare Single Barrel 10-year-old Bourbon.

Next up, smoked AAA New York striploin,

paired with the only rye whiskey of the bunch, the 18-year-old Sazerac. This was not a meal for vegetarians.

Dessert hit another high note: vanilla bean pot de crème and cherry compote with a glass of the extremely rare Pappy Van Winkle 20year-old Bourbon. Only nine bottles are sold in western Canada, at $175 a bottle.

I sipped it carefully.

“Go ahead, add a little water,” said Wheatley. “Not many people drink it like that, it’s 90 proof. It’s like tippin’ up the bottle.”

“But isn’t it sacrilege to dilute it?” I asked.

“If the master distiller tells you it’s OK, it’s OK,” said another Bourbon aficionado at the table.

Lesson learned.

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AT left, Deep Cove’s 1957 May Queen and her entourage head down Gallant Avenue. At right, at the same location, Chase Turner, Elias Levy and Logan Elias re-enact the moment in 2010. Entitled May Queens November Kings, this piece is one of the entries in last year’s Then and Now Photo Contest. The next contest will be launched in late February. Info: www.northvanmuseum.ca.

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SABRA Bortolussi participates in a spin-a-thon, held Jan. 17 at North Vancouver’s Steve Nash Fitness World intended to beat the winter blues and raise funds to support Michael Schratter and his Ride Don’t Hide campaign. Schratter is cycling solo around the world to battle mental illness stigma and raise funds for the Canadian Mental Health Association. Info: www.cmha.bc.ca.

Principal receives top honour FAIZEL Rawji, principal of Surrey’s Chantrell Creek elementary, was named one of Canada’s Outstanding Principals for 2011.

The North Vancouver native was honoured with the

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Rawji was one of four B.C. principals recognized. Winners will be awarded at a dinner in Toronto Feb. 8.

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••• North Vancouver resident Fran Bourassa was among the winners of the 12th annual Vancouver International Writers Festival Poetry and Short Story Contest.

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Math success is a phone call away.

poetry category for her poem, “East side Diary.”

Contest judges were authors Billeh Nickerson, Evelyn Lau and Sarah Leavitt.

First place winners receive a cash prize of $500 and will be published in subTerrain magazine. The winning submissions and author biographies will also be posted on the festival website by the end of January.

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••• North Shore resident Christy Gill, a Grade 12 student at St. Thomas Aquinas high school, has earned a gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award after successfully achieving her bronze and silver awards.

Send details, along with your contact information, for our regular Noteworthy Neighbours section to emcphee@ nsnews.com.

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CELEBRATIONS

Keira Burch and Tony Hawkins The parents of Keira Burch, of North Vancouver, and Tony Hawkins, of Georgia, U.S.A., are pleased to announce their engagement. The wedding is scheduled to take place in May at the Walt Disney World resort, Fla.

Zuzana and Serafino Vignone Congratulations to Serafino and Zuzana Vignone who married on Dec. 5, 2010, at La Viletta Restaurant in Burnaby. Their family wishes them both a lifetime of love and happiness.

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Herbert Guenther was born Jan. 11, 1921. He celebrated his 90th birthday recently with his wife and family. Many happy returns!

A North Vancouver resident for mor than 50 years, Ingrid Graham celebrates her 80th birthday today, Jan 26. Happy birthday from your loving family!

photo and a description of your wedding announcement, milestone anniversary (first, fifth and every subsequent five years) or birthday (80 years and every fifth year thereafter) along with a contact name and phone number and we’ll try to include it in our feature. E-mail your submission to dlancaster@nsnews.com or bring us a hard copy print and not the original photo. The Celebrations page is a free service and there is no guarantee as to when submissions will be published. Text may be edited for length and editorial style. Photos will be available for pickup at our front desk three days after the publication date: #100-126 East 15th St., North Vancouver, V7L 2P9. Photos not picked up after one month will be discarded.

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Town Hall Meeting - 212 Brooksbank Avenue Date:

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2011

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6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

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Pinnacle at the Pier Hotel 138 Victory Ship Way

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Wednesday, January 26, 2011 - North Shore News - A29

Public Meeting on the Official Community Plan: District of North Vancouver community and policy planner Tom Lancaster will present the district’s draft concept plan for the Lynn Valley Town Centre, Wednesday, Jan. 26, 7:30-9 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. The draft can be downloaded at www.identity. dnv.org. There will be a question and answer session after the presentation. For more informa-

Behind the Scenes at Maplewood Farm: The farm will be offering opportunities to get a behind the scenes look into their operation, Jan. 27 and 29, Feb. 24 and 26 and March 24 and 26, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at 405 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver. Activities will include egg collecting and washing, animal grooming and setting up feed. Fee: $12.50 for a one hour session. Registration required: 604-929-5610 or 604-9853276 or wellmand@dnv.org.

Design and Lifestyle Workshop: Modern Affordable Design will host a free workshop to learn designer tricks on how to make the most of your living space, Thursday, Jan. 27, 7-9

Dominican Republic School Trip Fundraiser: Parents of students in a global initiatives group at Carson Graham secondary who will travel to the Dominican Republic to build a school will host a silent auction fundraiser, Thursday, Jan. 27 at Taylor’s Crossing. Donations needed. Tickets: $25, includes a burger and a beer. Info: 604988-3940.

Love it or Heave it: A free workshop with recovering clutterholic Anna Camporese, Thursday, Jan. 27, 7-8 p.m. at the Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Learn tips, insight and inspiration to get you started decluttering and organizing your home. Registration required: 604-987-4471.

— compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email information for your non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to listings@ nsnews.com. For our online listings, go to www.nsnews.com scroll to Community Events and click on Add Your Event.

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Translator: A Gujeratispeaking volunteer is needed to enable a senior to participate in a vital Balance and Falls Prevention program.

No experience required, just the ability to explain simple movements and directions in Gujerati. All ages welcome.

Position is available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 5 p.m. until March 10 at Mollie Nye House.

THE FOLLOWING is a selection of volunteer opportunities from various community organizations, made available through

Information: A mature, patient volunteer with good verbal communication skills

provides information about agency, answers the phone and transfers to appropriate staff, keeps records, and performs other duties as required.

Income tax volunteers: North Shore Neighbourhood House is looking for volunteers to assist seniors and low income individuals in filing their income tax returns.

Leadership: Volunteers are needed to work with other women to address the systemic barriers that prevent women from accessing quality, comprehensive health care.

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103 Air Cadet Squadron: Male and female youth, 12-19 years of age, meet Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at 1513 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. Register at any meeting. Info: 604-9878818.

French Program: Drop-in for ages six to nine years old, Thursdays from 4 to 4:45 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Gleneagles Family Storytime: Enjoy puppetry, songs and stories, 10:30-11 a.m. Thursdays at Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Dr., West Vancouver.

Red Cedar Book Club meets twice per month on Fridays from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Book titles nominated for the 2010/2011 Red Cedar book awards will be discussed. There will also be snacks and activities. The next meeting will be Jan. 28.

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

333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. Admission: $10.

Tickets and info: 604-9903474 or www.phtheatre.org.

Staying Warm: Children ages two to six will explore the ways that animals keep warm in the winter with a story, walk and craft, Saturday, Jan. 29, 10:30 a.m.-noon at the Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver.

Fee: $8.25. To register, call 604-990-3755.

Grand Boulevard Parent Participation Preschool will hold an Open House, Saturday, Feb. 5, 10 a.m.noon at 520 East 20th St., North Vancouver. Children can experience the play-based classroom. Learn how teachers, parents and caregivers work together as a team. Info: www. gbppp.com.

TheOne-EyedTroll:Children’s entertainers and storytellers The Trollsons will entertain audiences with this folktale, Saturday, Feb. 19, 10:30 a.m. at the Silk Purse, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Tickets: $8/$5. Reservations: 604-9257292.

Family Art, Play and Swim: Kids 18 months to six years old will play and create from noon to 1:30 p.m. and then feel free to hop in the pool at 1:30 p.m. for public swim, Saturdays at Ron Andrews Community Centre, 931 Lytton St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee is $2.

For more information, visit www.northvanrec.com or call 604-983-6508.

— compiled by Debbie Caldwell

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Sleeping Beauty: The North Shore Theatre for Children will perform this classic, Jan. 29 and 30, 2:30 p.m. at Presentation House Theatre,

Email information for your non-profit or nominal fee event to listings@nsnews.com. For our online listings, go to www.nsnews. com, scroll to Community Events and click on Add Your Event.

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YOUR NORTH SHORE GUIDE to THE GAMES PEOPLE PLAY

Tough weekend for Cap

Women’s and men’s sides struggle in losses to UBC-O Heat

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ZACH Bell of North Vancouver won a silver medal in the omnium event during the UCI Track Cycling World Cup in Beijing, China on Saturday.

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BOTH Capilano Blues volleyball squads came away from this past weekend scratching their heads after losing at home to the UBC Okanagan Heat.

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The women’s match started well enough for the North Vancouver side, with the Blues putting up a 2522 win in the first set. But the Heat replied to take the second set 25-18 and stormed back from an 11-3 deficit in the third to take it 25-23.

“I was looking at it as ‘Hey, we’re going to carry a 2-1 lead into the fourth set and wrap things up,’ but by the time we got to the fourth set

Beijing win puts Bell atop World Cup standings

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The second-place finish bumps Bell into first place in the overall World Cup standings for the omnium.

Bell pushed out in front in the first of the omnium’s six races, winning the flying lap with a 13.233-second finish and a brisk 68.01 km/h pace.

But he wasn’t quite as fortunate in the points race, placing fourth with 15 points after the 120-lap, 12-sprint

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Bell holds 8-point lead From page 31 contest. The elimination race saw Bell place sixth, as did the individual pursuit. In the final two races, the man originally from Watson Lake, Yukon placed ninth in the scratch race and fourth in the time trial.

His cluster of top-10 results left him two points back of gold medalist Samuel Harrison of Great Britain, but also two points clear of Germany’s Roger Kluge, the third-place cyclist.

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Following his podium finish, the second silver of his season, Bell had nothing but praise for the support he has gotten from the Canadian Cycling Association.

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to press for a deciding 25-16 win in the fourth set. The victory moves the 11-1 Heat into second place in the B.C. College Athletics Association standings. The Blues hold a 6-3 record and remain in third, 10 points behind the Heat. The Blues can take some small satisfaction in taking the Heat’s first lost set since November of 2010.

“We started to revert to bad habits and I think the moment caused us to get flustered,” was Desjardins’ verdict.

“Bad habits come out at times of stress and I think some of the players, rather than being relaxed like they were in the first set, got a

little stressed out.”

The Capilano men’s team, which has struggled this season, also took to the court against UBC-O, who lead the BCCAA pack.

The Blues travails continued Friday.

“We had a good scouting report, we knew what was coming at us, we knew how big their guys were but we could not execute offensively.

Then our miscommunication between players, I don’t know what was going on,” said Blues coach Scott Weninger.

Weninger’s disbelief stemmed from several points the Blues coughed up by either leaving the ball to each other or by players getting tangled up trying to play the same ball.

The Blues seemed to settle eventually, but they weren’t able to turn the momentum around and the Heat produced a straight-sets victory 25-21, 25-20, 27-25.

“I think we were prepared, but I don’t know how the guys individually prepared themselves for what was going on and to take in what we prepared as a team,” Weninger said.

“We’ve got a lot of things to work on in the next week.

We’re playing two other good teams next weekend.

(Vancouver Island University) is going to be just as big and just as strong a blocking team and hopefully we’ll figure it out this week.”

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WEST Vancouver-raised Britt Janyk rallied back from some middling results to claim a top10 super-G finish in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy on Sunday.

Janyk came off a 22nd-place result in Friday’s super and a 24th place finish in downhill to place ninth on Saturday.

“It was a good day and I’m happy about my result,” said the 30 year old. “I have great confidence in my superG skills and today confirmed once again that I am a good super-G skier. It was a great race, a great course and great conditions. The coaches and staff really believe in me and they are behind me 100 per cent so it’s good to know that I have that. In the last two days there were a few places where I was missing speed and I watched a lot of video and analyzed where I could be faster. I knew it was something I could fix so I didn’t let it get me down. It’s easy to let the other results go and move forward with the next races.”

“It was a very tactical course today with a lot of difficult sections,” said ladies’ head coach Hugues Anzermoz. “Britt really skied those sections well and she knew where to be at the right time. It was a course that suited her technical abilities and she made the most of it.

Right out of the gate we saw a Britt that was ready to attack and be aggressive. Even with her rough week, she managed to put that behind and have a better day.”

Georgia Simmerling of West Vancouver was unfortunately not able to finish.

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Britt’s brother Michael Janyk placed 17th in the slalom event.

Alex Kerfoot of West Vancouver continued his

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HONATZIS, Robert Walter Paul On Thursday, January 20th, 2011, in this 89th year, Bob passed away peacefully at Lions Gate Hospital. He was predeceased by his wife Edrie (McKay) Honatzis and his parents Paul and Bertha (van Bergen) Honatzis, brother Willy Honatzis and sister Marie Skihar. He will be lovingly missed by his daughters Sandra (Ross) Buck, Lorraine Honatzis and Gail (Paul) Bittante, four grandchildren, Sean Weiderick, Ryan (Jodi) Weiderick, Cristina Bittante (Mark Handsford) and Nadia (John) Gormley, two great grandchildren Cohen and Nate Weiderick, his sister Margaret (Fred) Komaike, brothers John Honatzis and Henry (Jackie) Honatzis and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Bob was born Oct 1, 1921 in Bruno, Sask. His father Johann Robert Paul Honatzis immigrated from Silesia and his mother, Alberta Antonia from Holland, they met and married in St Gregor’s, SK and settled in Bruno where they raised their family. At the age of 20 Bob joined the RCAF in 1941 and trained as a Navigator. It was while he was stationed at Jericho that Bob decided to make Vancouver his new home. He met and married Edrie McKay in 1948 and in 1951 they moved to Norgate where they raised their daughters. Bob spent his career in the automotive industry, first owning Service Collisions and then Paint-Guard Moldings. His retirement years were filled with caring for his gardens and golfing. Bob was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Air Crew Association and the Canadian Legion and had spent many an evening helping with the Bingo at St. Edmund’s.

A memorial service will be held Friday, January 28th, 2011 at 2:00 pm at the Boal Chapel, 1505 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver.

Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

RADLOFF - Margarit July 9, 1925 - Jan 18, 2011 Our beautiful and dear friend Margarit immigrated from Germany at the age of 65. She fell in love with Vancouver and B.C. Margarit was always positive and cheerful and she was a gracious and classy woman.

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She easily made friends and always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. She travelled all of North America in a giant motor home with Boyd from Virginia, who was her great Love and companion. A sincere ‘‘Thank you’’ to those who cared for her during her last few months at Evergreen House and Lions Gate Hospital.

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BRUCE - George Douglas 1942 - 2011 We announce with deep sorrow that George died suddenly of a heart attack, hiking with friends.

Dearly loved and much cherished husband to Marie and father to his three children - Deirdre (Troy), Derek (Rhea) and James and his only sister Lindsay (Jeremy).

George was born in Dundee, Scotland and came to Canada in 1966 to seek powder skiing. He worked as a ski patrol in the early years of Whistler and this is where he met his wife Marie in 1967.

They were married in 1969 and settled down to raise their three children. He was a complete family man who had his priorities right. George lived his life with kindness, patience and a keen sense of humor. He was a compassionate man and always had time for people, especially his family whom he adored. He had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and loved to hike, kayak, snowshoe and ski. George worked for BC Hydro for 35 years and upon retiring he pursued his love of music, travel, and the arts.

George and Marie spent the last 8 years of his life travelling and walking all over Europe and distant places. George will be forever missed, as he was one of nature’s gentlemen. Memorial service will be held 2:00 pm, Tuesday, January 25th at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Boulevard, North Vancouver. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the North Shore Rescue.

MACNEAL - Gerald Edward June 23rd 1936 – December 30th 2010. It is with profound sadness that we announce Gerry’s passing. Gerry is predeceased by his younger brother Larry just six weeks earlier on November 11th 2010. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 yrs., Audrey, his children Mike (Rose), Leslie (Mark), and his three Grandchildren, Tyson, Ryan and Jessica, as well as many other family members in BC and Alberta. Gerry also leaves behind many friends who will miss “going for a coffee” or ”meeting at the shop”. Gerry was very well known and respected in the Shooting community and made no apologies for his passion of hunting and shooting. In 2002 Gerry received a heart transplant and we will be forever grateful for the extra eight years with him that amazing gift gave us. We would like to thank the Doctors and Nurses at St. Paul’s Hospital for all their care over the last eight years as well as the Staff of the Palliative Care unit at Lions Gate Hospital for their care and compassion in his last days. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated, also please register to be an organ donor. A celebration of life will be held at Cheers in North Van on January 29th from 2 pm to 4 pm.

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RIDDLE - Jacqueline Cora (nee Poff) Born November 28th, 1929 Lloydminster, Alberta. Our wonderful Jacquie 'Mom' 'Grandma' passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family in her West Vancouver home on January 21st, 2011. Jacqueline married the love of her life Richard Wilton Riddle in 1950. They were blessed with four children and settled in Jasper, Alberta.

Jacqueline and Richard moved their family to Edmonton and eventually Calgary. Jacquie busied herself with the joys of being a mother and wife. After suffering the devastating loss of her beloved Richard in 1978, Jacquie followed her adult children via Kelowna to Vancouver. Jacquie’s devotion to her ever expanding family was without boundaries. Her children and grandchildren were always enveloped in a blanket of positive thinking and love. Jacquie loved to laugh and her warm sense of humor touched and enriched the lives of all those who knew her.

She delighted in the adventures of her grandchildren and most recently her great grandson Jackson! Above all else Jacqueline Cora Riddle was proud to be a mother. The whole world will be a little brighter now that Jacquie’s star is shining from heaven. Jacquie, Mom, Grandma, will be remembered and forever missed by her children Susan (Daryl) , Debra (Brian), David (Pixie), Laureen (Mike) as well as her grandchildren Natalie (Jeff), Adrien, Tyler, McKenzie, Mason, Claire, Max, Sydney, Georgia, Spencer and great grandson Jackson. In lieu of flowers, if friends desire, please make a donation to either the Covenant House Vancouver or the S.P.C.A.

Inga Radosevic (Randi Inga Hvam)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Inga on the evening of January 20, 2011 at Lions Gate Hospital with her loved ones by her side. During her more than four year journey dealing with ovarian cancer, Inga constantly demonstrated the courage, strength, and grace with which she lived her whole life. Inga’s unshaken faith gave her absolute peace and understanding, and she had made all the preparations necessary to close this chapter of her life without fear or regret. Just as she did in her 43 years, Inga’s passing has inspired us to believe in the power of love and grace, the importance of family, and the need to live with gratitude and patience.

Inga was a wonderful and loving mother to Kristen and Lauren and best friend to husband Chris, with whom she shared 25 wonderful years. Inga lost her sister Sonia and father Helle to cancer in recent years, and she deeply missed their presence in her life. The love she shared with her mother Ellen Hvam, her brother Norm Hvam, and nephew Alexander McGuigan was unwavering, and these relationships meant the world to her.

Chris’ family has been a constant source of support and love over the years, and especially at this difficult time.

Everyone who met or knew Inga instantly knew how blessed she felt to have such a close and loving family.

Inga was always kind and warm, and very generous with her time; she had a glowing smile that lit up any room she entered. Inga was a calming presence to everyone, yet she had a great sense of social responsibility and justice, supporting many worthy causes without fanfare or the need to be recognized. Inga was a special and amazing woman in all her roles: wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to so many. Her gift to the world lives on through her beautiful daughters, and through everyone who carries her spirit in their hearts.

Inga made many great friends in her life who will continue to be a source of strength and comfort to her family; the school community of St. Anthony’s in West Vancouver has been especially supportive and giving and the family is forever grateful.

Inga graduated from the pharmacy program at UBC in 1990 and truly enjoyed and flourished in that field. She was always friendly and helpful to all the patients she assisted over the years and her expertise was appreciated by her colleagues.

The family would like to thank Dr. Pippa Hawley and Dr. Jennifer Walker, Inga’s home care nurse Catherine Jarvis, as well as all the nurses and staff at the LGH Palliative Care Ward for their kindness and compassion.

A Vigil Prayers and service will be held on Thursday, January 27, 2011 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, 595 West Keith Road, West Vancouver. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 28, 2011 at Christ the Redeemer.

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Please visit the Employment page of our website: www.livingwellhomecare.ca for more info. To apply, send resume (indicate if you are interested in a Live In and/or Hourly position) & availability (days & hours) by email: employment@ livingwellhomecare.ca or fax: 604-904-3758 Quote job # LWPM

1250 PHONE BOOKS Mature persons with car or truck to deliver Yellow Pages™ Telephone Directories to North Vancouver and West Vancouver areas.

Call 1-800-733-9675 Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm

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

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

Apply online @ www.propertystarsjobs.com

1248

Home Support

UNIQUE HOME HEALTH CARE

Urgently requires a mature, experienced home care provider for West Van couple. Minimum of 8 hrs/wk. Includes light houskeeping & assistance with shower, light meal prep. Provider must be experienced in home care, a valid driver’s licence & vehicle & North Shore resident. $14.00/hr. Email resume to:

marshat@telus.net or phone 1-250-715-1094

Hotel Restaurant

Great job for parent with kids in school.

Cash & Kitchen Help

Cafeteria help in North Vancouver High School.

School days 9am-2:30pm. email resume to: amagafood@yahoo.com

1310

Trades/Technical

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

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

Fax: 1.866.900.2083 Woodworks Custom Developments THE KDL GROUP is Logging, Hauling and Road Construction service provider for many major companies in the BC Forest sector. We are located in Northern British Columbia, Fort St. James. We are currently looking to fill the following positions: LOG TRUCK DRIVERS, LOG TRUCK OWNER OPERATORS, PROCESSOR OPERATORS, SKIDDER OPERATORS, BUNCHER OPERATORS. Successful applicants will be offered competitive wages, an attractive benefit package and stable long term employment. For more information about the KDL Group please visit www.kdlgroup.net. Please submit your resume with references via Fax #250-996-8742 or e-mail: admin@kdlgroup.net

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A36 – North Shore News – Wednesday, January 26, 2011

FEATURED EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT Miner ii (TBM Drill Crew anD GrounD SupporT) nVTth VWXcVSvRT pTVjRct. Miner II (TBM Drill Crew and Ground Support) $28.95 Hourly, salary and benefits per union agreement.

Must have 1-2 years experience working in underground civil tunnelling operations: drilling and installing ground support, operation & maintenance of shotcrete pump, concrete placement.

All replies and resumes to CaJVbs@fTVXtQRTkRmURT.cVm or fax to 604 988-3633 FTVXtQRT KRmURT CVXstTSctVTs ulC 4400 lQYYVVRt rVWd poBVx 16026 - nVTth VWXcVSvRT BC V7J 359

EXPERIENCED SALES CONSULTANT

Join the No. 1 Volkswagen Sales Team of BC! Capilano Volkswagen Inc. requires a highly

motivated and enthusiastic candidate to join the No. 1 Volkswagen Sales Team in BC. Must have automotive sales experience along with excellent communication skills. A current BC MVSA License, a valid BC Drivers License and a clean driver’s abstract are required. We offer an excellent remuneration and benefits package.

Apply in confidence to: Garry Speranza, Sales Manager Fax: 604-985-0520 Email: garry@capilanovw.com

JOB OPTIONS BC ~ North Shore ~

Gain the skills and experience you need to find sustainable employment.

• • • •

Work Experience Opportunities Training Allowance Short-term Certificate Training Additional Support: work equipment and child care subsidy

Are you Eligible?

• Unemployed and non-student, 18 years and over • BC resident and legally entitled to work in Canada • Not eligible for Employment Insurance • Committed to a 10 week full-time program • Priority given to North Shore residents

Call 604-988-3766

1310

Trades/Technical

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 right person.

POWER ENGINEERING, GPRC Fairview College Campus. Now accepting applications for fall study. On-campus boiler labs.

Fourth Class Level and Part A of Third Class. Affordable residences. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview RUSKIN CONSTRUCTION LTD. Pile driving and bridge construction; www.ruskinconstruction.com currently looking for: Professional Engineers; Engineers in Training; Project Managers; Site Superintendents; Site Administrators; Journeymen/ Apprentice Welders; Crane & Equipment Operators; Bridgemen; Pile Drivers; Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics.

Permanent and seasonal work.

Competitive/Union wages. Fax resume 250-563-2800. Email: bridges@ruskinconstruction.com

1410

Education

FOODSAFE 1 Day Courses #1 in BC • $62 • 604-272-7213 www.advance-education.com FOODSAFE 1 DAY COURSES Guaranteed best value!

Six Metro Vancouver Locations: Vancouver • Burnaby • Surrey • Richmond • Coquitlam • Maple Ridge All our Instructors are also working local Health Inspectors!

Classes held each week & weekend! Course materials available in 6 languages. Same-day Certification. Visit our website at www.foodsafe-courses.com or call 604-272-7213 ADVANCE Hospitality Education – B.C.’s #1 Choice for Foodsafe & WorldHost Training.

1420

Tutoring Services

EXPERIENCED & Qualified in Tutoring Cantonese. Lo 778-223-2870 or funcantonese@gmail.com TUTOR DOCTOR NORTH SHORE Tutoring for All Ages and Subjects. Experienced & Qualified Tutors. 778.340.3100 ajonescox@tutordoctor.com www.tutordoctor.com

2010

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ILAC APPLIANCE & VACUUMS

1825 Lonsdale Ave

604-987-7330

SMALLER DEEP freezer 21”x31” and 36”deep good condition. $50 obo 604 808 6223 North Shore

2015

Art & Collectibles

NIKON CAMERA Photomic 35mm with 50mm lens circa 1969 (war journalist’s camera) very good condition. Collector’s piece. $699 obo 604.808.6223 North Shore

2060

For Sale Miscellaneous

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 TollFree 1-866-884-7464 CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs?

Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-981-6591

WILF CARTER and many more old-time country music favourites.

CDs, DVDs. Free 56 page catalogue. Music Barn, Box 3160-g, Markham, ON L3R 6G5.

2095

Lumber/Building Supplies

STEEL BUILDINGS PRICED TO CLEAR - Holding 2010 steel prices on many models/sizes. Ask about FREE DELIVERY! CALL FOR QUICK SALE QUOTE and FREE BROCHURE 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170

2118

Recycler

24 INCH ELECTRIC STOVE working cond, 24 inch X 58 tall fridge working cond. U PICK UP 604-922-7623 24’’ McCLARRY electric range.

Free - you pick-up 604-984-3373

Dogs

BLUE NOSE PITBULLS to loving home. 1 male, 5 females, $550 (M), $750 (F). 778-968-3123

P/B LABS, non papered, family raised, vet checked, 1st shots, 604-795-7662 No Sunday calls PIT BULL PUPS. Pb Blue Nose Bullies, vet checked & dewormed.

Best lines, looks & prices. $500.

604-819-6006

FIREWOOD FRESH Some long, some short pieces. 234 E. 25th St. front yard P/up days only please.

LOVESEAT, WRITING desk, gas bbq, Free for pickup.

604-904-7786

POODLE/SCHNAUZER X Shots, deworming, ready to go. doc’d tails, declaw. 604-951-6890

I’m camera shy...

QUEEN BOX spring, clean cream colored, no mattress. Free for pick-up 604 980-2616

2135

Wanted to Buy

PRESA CANARIO PB pups, view parents, Fawn & Brindle, shots & dewormed. $900. 778-593-0533

FIREARMS

All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military.

We handle all paperwork and transportation.

Licensed North Shore dealer. 604-960-0045

2070

TOP KNOT FIREWOOD est 1981 Dry Alder, Birch & Maple. Pick up or delivered. Rod 604-985-7193

2075

Furniture

DINING TABLE, light oak, round, 4 chairs, great cond. $150; MUST SELL.. 604-925-9397 MOVING SALE - Sat,12-2pm Pine dining set, Chintz Indo cabinet, rattan drawers, rattan colonial chair, artwork, light fittings, good condition. 604 904 1021

2095

Lumber/Building Supplies

#1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse. 6 colors available! 40 year warranty! Free shipping, the first 20 callers! 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca BUILDING SALE... “ROCK BOTTOM PRICES!” 25x30 $6200. 30x40 $9850. 32x60 $15,600. 32x80 $19,600. 35x60 $17,500. 40x70 $18,890. 40x100 $26,800. 46x140 $46,800.

OTHERS. Doors optional.

Pioneer MANUFACTURERS DIRECT 1-800-668-5422 STEEL BUILDINGS. Rock Bottom Prices! Pre-Eng & ArchStyle. Over 1300 Sold! BC/ALTA company - 40 years experience.

Professional Construction Crews.

References available. Call now!

1-800-565-9800. www.alpinesteelbuildings.com

Daycare Centres

Licensed Group Daycare 20 years experience 12 mos - 5 yrs. ★604-929-5799★

3507

Cats

Individual employment counselling.

Computers, books, resume editing, guest speakers.

Available on Contract Basis Full-cycle bookkeeping including personal and small business tax preparation.

Call Diane at: 604-985-8499

diane@kdabookkeeping.com www.kdabookkeeping.com

5017

Business Services

5035

Financial Services

$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660 www.moneyprovider.com

Cut Your Debt by up to 70% DEBT Forgiveness Program Avoid Bankruptcy, Stops Creditor Calls. Much lower Payments at 0% Interest.

We work for You, not Your Creditors.

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PUPPIES AMERICAN Bulldog/ German shepherd 7 wks, healthy, no shots $325 obo 778-862-3568

IF YOU own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS will lend you money: It’s That Simple.

Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161

SHIHTZU X Japanese Chin Puppies, Vet checked & shots. $495 + 604-746-9332 Abbotsford

STANDARD POODLE pups, CKC reg. brown, black & cream, Chwk. 604-823-2467 ..302-1761

Business Opps/ Franchises

#1 JANITORIAL FRANCHISE Customers, (Office Cleaning), Training and support. Financing. www.coverall.com 604-434-7744 info@coverallbc.com BE YOUR OWN BOSS with Great Canadian Dollar Store.

New franchise opportunities in your area. Call 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229 or visit our website: www.dollarstores.com today HOMEWORKERS NEEDED!!!

Full /Part time positions available - Will train. On-Line Data Entry, Typing Work, E-mail Reading, PC/Clerical Work, Homemailers, Assembling Products. HURRY, SPOTS GO FAST! www.CanadianJobsFromHome.com

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

4035

Homecare Available

604-724-7652

3508

Dogs

PROFESSIONAL CARE GIVER, licenced, take care of elderly, cleaning, laundry, groceries & driving. Good refs. Mel 604-876-5466, 604-992-1806

4060 ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding $350+.

604-590-3727 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

AMERICAN COCKER Spaniel P/B pups, 7wks old, 1st shots incl, $700 cash obo. 604-375-8822

Metaphysical

*CONNECT WITH YOUR FUTURE* Learn from the past, Master the present! Call A True Psychic NOW! $3.19min 1-877-478-4410 (18+) 1-900-783-3800 Answers to all your questions!

4515

Camping

FOR SALE: Thousand Trails and Naco Gold Alliance Campground Membersip. $1,950 incl transfer fee. To verify call 604-657-8823

AUSSIE DOODLE/LAB Doodles, from $650 - $900, yellow or black non shed 604-302-3993

Free Job Search Programs for Men and Women: - Professionals - Immigrant professionals - General job seekers Career Exploration: - Self-assessment and career decision-making

Experienced Bookkeeper

5040 3040

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

Call 1-866-690-3328

Fuel

A CLEAN DRY SPLIT Maple, birch, alder. Guar lowest prices. David 604-926-0014 24H

5005

GET RESULTS! Run a classified.

Best value when you want to reach a large circulation. www.communityclassifieds.ca or 1-866-669-9222

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Find a job that’s right for you.

4540

Golfing

CHARMING LARGE Villa in Indian Wells Country Club, California sleeps 6, pool spa, reduced to $500/day, 1-760-360-9139

IS FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP RIGHT FOR YOU? Use MatchPoint’s FREE Franchise Consulting Service to help you find the right franchise to purchase! Call Ian McRae, Senior Franchise Consultant. 1-604-815-0037

imcrae@matchpointnetwork.com

LAMONTAGNE FUND-RAISING is looking for p/t sales reps in BC. Work from home. Perfect position for a stay-at-home mom/dad.

Resumes to info@lamontagne.ca www.lamontagne.ca

5050

Investment

*12% ROI – Paid Monthly

• Federally Regulated – Audited Annually • RRSP, RIFF, RESP, LIRA, etc. eligible • Backed by the hard asset of Real Estate To find out more contact Jarome Lochkrin: 778-388-9820 or jarome@dominiongrand.com *Historical performance does not guarantee future returns

5060

Legal Services

CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, Affordable. Our A+ BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT \TRAVEL & FREEDOM. Call for your FREE INFORMATION BOOKLET. 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1 866 972 7366). www.PardonServicesCanada.com

MINI PB DACHSHUND. Smooth & long, all colours, health guar’d.

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5005

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

BOOKKEEPING $25/hr H&R TAX & ACCOUNTING info@hrtax.ca 604-980-9668

Funded through the Canada – B.C. Labour Market Development Agreement.

Call 604-984-7630 www.ywcajobseeker.org

3508

EXCELLENT CONDITION large sofa & loveseat, oval dining table 6 chairs, qn white bdrm set, U Pick Up Sat/Sun 604-988-3726

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

113 – 255 West 1st Street North Vancouver, BC, V7M 3G8

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Appliances

LADIES BLUE fox fur coat Exc.. cond., Small to Medium Size.

Purchased from Burkholder Fur, Ottawa. $800. 604-971-4212

to speak with a Case Manager

Funding provided through the Canada-British Columbia Labour Market Agreement

2010

P/B CHIHUAHUAS, 8wks old, Super tiny, black, orange & white. $325 obo... 778-862-3568

To advertise call

604-630-3300

5070

Money to Loan

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Legal/Public Notices

5505

#1 IN PARDONS Remove Your Criminal Record!

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RENTALS 6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

1 Br, $845, corner unit, brick patio, Feb. 1. heat incl. quiet. drapes. gated or free prkg, no pets, 1 yr lease. 310 East 2nd, 604-904-0956 1 BR city view 12th flr, Central Lonsdale, $1175 incls heat, w/d, ns np. Feb 1 604-913-1318

7005

Body Work

EXOTIC Beauty Shontel avail for discreet relaxation sessions on the North Shore..... 604-980-9938

7010

Personals

1 BR furnished, Ctr Lons. bright, clean, short term, $1150 inclusive. no dogs, now. 604-831-9749 1 BR, large. 16 & St. Georges, near hospital, incld heat & hw, no pets, $840. 778-889-4719 1 Br large, $860, avail March 1. gated prkg. quiet, drapes no pets, heat incl. walk to seabus, 1 yr lease, 163 W 5th. 604-980-7501 1 BR, view, top flr, quiet, hardwood, cat ok, Lonsdale & 23, now or Feb 1, $825. ns, 604-986-4927

full body rub sauna & steam Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Thai

Sun-Thur 10-Midnight Fri/Sat 10am-1pm

Angel Massage 604-294-8038

402-3701 Hastings St., Burnaby ATTRACTIVE mature European lady on North Shore for delightful bodysage. ANITA, 604-808-5589 DATING SERVICE. Long-Term/ Short-Term Relationships, FREE CALLS. 1-877-297-9883.

Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes. 1-888-534-6984. Live adult casual conversations-1on1, 1-866-311-9640, Meet on chatlines. Local Single Ladies.

1-877-804-5381. (18+) LUXURY RELAXATION SPA 778-340-2778 1053 Marine Dr, North Van

Lily’s Relaxation Centre Nice Oriental Massage

604-986-8650 1050 Marine Dr., North Van (by McKay) parking at rear

1 BR, W. 20th & Lonsdale, heat, hw & prkg, no pet, avail now, refs req’d. 604-738-7430.. 960-0452 1 BR, xtra large, hardwood, $875, Avail Feb 15, central Lonsdale, heat/hw incl’d, np, 604-986-6418 1BD/17FLR, $1800, 5mins away from the seabus, dw, W&D, gym & pool. Small pets Ok. Avail Mar (604) 723-2559 Sean 2 BDRM Upper Lonsdale. Incl.

Heat, h/w. N/S. N/P. 1yr lease. $1150/mth. Avail Feb 1st. (604) 980-3889

144 W. 14th St MARLBOROUGH TOWER

Spacious 1 BR with balconies, spectacular views, $1200-$1350, 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.

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604-985-4969

Escort Services

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144 W. 14th St MARLBOROUGH TOWER

Spacious 2 BR with balconies, spectacular views, $1600, 945 sqft, 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.

GENTLEMEN! Attractive discreet European lady is available for company.

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5505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

Legal/Public Notices

SUDOKU

North Van Apt. Rentals

BLUERIDGE APTS

Fun By The Numbers

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

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(Family complex )

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 & 3 BR. 1 & 2 baths, avail now.

1 yr lease, 125 West 19th, no pets, coin wd, call 778-554-0537 2 BDRM, $1150, Cent. Lonsdale, nice quiet bldg, carpet / h/w flr, n/p, avail. NOW, 604-988-3227 2 br. $1180, Lonsdale & 21st, Feb 1, hardwood, quiet bldg, np, hw, heat prkg storage 604-990-4088 2 BR $1495 & $1595 avail now; ocean view, reno’d, dw, ns, cat ok lower Lonsdale, 604-988-1939

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

2 BR bright, hi-spd/cable, hardwood, ns, np, nr seabus, quiet bldg. $1300, 604-708-8998 X308 2 BR Large, 1st flr. 10/Lonsdale $1030incl heat/cable, ns, np, refs well kept quiet bldg. Feb 1, suit quiet tennant(s) 604-317-7425 2 BR, new, 2 levels, Central, modern finishes, top appls. 1000 sq ft. Walk all ammen, $1990, avail immed. 604-377-6559 2 BR, new reno & carpets, $1195 np, ns, avail now, 225 East 12th 604-786-3405

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

Delbrook Gardens 777 W. Queens Rd -2 BR $1540. Wkdays 604 990-2971 /Wkends 985-2876

GREAT LOCATION! 145 West Keith Road.

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

Call 604-986-3356 KENMORE MANOR 140 East 17th St. A bright 1 bdrm Available. Heat & h/w incl. N/S, No Pets. 604-980-4554 LE CHATEAU, 1110 E 27th, Lynn Valley 1, 2 & 3 Br large starting @ $980. np, ns, 604-980-9219

LYNN VALLEY, updated 2 BR, d/w, cat ok, large patio $1200 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

LYNN VALLEY, updated large 3 BR, cat ok, $1400, March 1 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

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

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

Lrg 2 level, 1 BR, 2 bth, prkg, pet ok, Feb 1. lse, $1450.

Rentals

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REAL ESTATE 6008

Condos/ Townhouses

6008-28

Richmond

RICHMOND - $435,000, High rise, hardwood floor, fireplace, fenced yard & patio, SS appl. Free recorded msg 1-800-591-1037 ID# 7100 Mac Realty

6020

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Real Estate

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6020

Houses - Sale

6020-26

North Vancouver

BUY THIS APT NOW, in a prime position in Lower Lonsdale. 2 Br, 2 Baths, In Suite wd, Gas fp, 6 Appls. Price $419,000 for 974sf.

Phone: 604-988-6192

6020-38

Vancouver East Side

Sun, Jan 30, 2-4pm, 3267 E. Georgia St, Vancouver. 6 BR, 4 baths, 3 years old. $854,900.

Mala @ Sutton 778-859-4458

6040

Okanagen/ Interior

KELOWNA EXEC. 6 bdrm/7 bath completely furnished w/o rancher entertainers dream; 4 bdrms have ensuites, stunning lake/city/ mountain views. Gorgeous landscaping, sauna & salt pool. $1.5M. 1-877-762-7831

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Delbrook Gardens 777 W. Queens Rd -1 BR $1195. Wkdays 604 990-2971/Wkends 985-2876

3 BR, 2 bath, Up Lons, 5 appl, f/p, granite island, garden, wheelchair access. $1850 604-980-6050

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Wednesday, January 26, 2011 – North Shore News – A37

Sell it in the Classifieds

604-630-3300

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A38 – North Shore News – Wednesday, January 26, 2011

RENTALS 6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

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

nsnews.com

6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

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

990-2971 or Wkends 778-340-7406

VICTORIA PARK PLACE 615 St. Georges Ave @ E 6th St. 1 & 2 BR , bright, clean quiet bldg, np, ns.. 604-980-9057 TUCKTON PLACE 1520 Chesterfield Rd. NV 2 bdrm $1300 No pets. Call 604-

990-2971 or Wkends 778-340-7406

6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

WOODCROFT 1 BR new carpet, paint. incl all utils, prkg, security, gym + pool $945 604-813-7312 WOODCROFT- 2BR 1bath, balc, pool, 1prkg, np $1310incl heat/ gym. Feb 1. 604-988-5550 x 101

Find your perfect home at

househunting.ca

AUTOMOTIVE

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

6505

Apartments & Condos West Van Apt. Rentals

6505-12

PACIFICANA 1480 Esquimalt Ave. 1 bachelor, 1 bdrm, ocean views, dw, n/p, n/s Feb 1st.

By appt. 604-921-7800 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

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

1998 EAGLE TALON ESI, 170k, 2.0 L, excellent condition, 5 spd, no accidents, silver exterior, grey interior. $3500. 604-763-3223

2004 BMW X3 3.0 SUV AWD, auto/Steptronic, local, panorama roof, only 91K, spotless. $19,850 2002 Mercedes Benz C320 4dr Luxury Sedan, auto/ Tiptronic, local, leather, sunroof, pwr heated seats, only 52k from new, spotless. $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

1998 FORD Taurus SE 300 k, new tires, rotors, tie rods, fully serviced, $1500 604-940-8564

9140

Rentals & Leases

AVAIL for monthly rent, 2009 NISSAN Versa, 4 door h/b, auto, in exc cond. $600. 778-558-2464

9145

Scrap Car Removal

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

OPEN

Visit our website @ www.surreyscrap.com Free tow, no wheels, no papers no problem! Hassle free friendly service. 2 hr service in most areas.

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

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

Wed to Sat 9am - 5pm

1999 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6 AWD SUV auto, local, sunroof, only 168k, extremely well kept. $10,850

Serving the North Shore for over 30 years!

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

604 628 9044

*FREE SCRAP CAR PICK UP* Pay $ for some complete cars. No wheels no problem. 209-2026

9160

Sports & Imports

Apartments & Condos

6505-12

West Van Apt. Rentals

STUDIO, LARGE, part view, Mar 1, $925 incl hw, heat, cable, pool 1740 Esquimalt. 604-922-1043

2002 MERCEDES CL55 AMG black, 99,000 k, 20' rims + stock wheels, $32,000 604-351-0297

THE IONA 1370 Clyde Ave Available Feb 1st $1880/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

HOMAWAY INNS Specializing in furn accom at reas rates. call 604-723-7820 or visit www.homawayinns.com Short Term 1 bedroom Heritage Furn. $750/mo inclusive. ns, np, 604-988-6082 grandmanor.net UPPER DUNDARAVE, furn 1 bdrm ground level, 1 blk to bus, awesome view, priv outside area, w/d, np, ns, built-in vac, in-flr heat, $1200 incl util & hi-spd internet.

Avail Feb 1. Call 604-913-3144

Homestay

HOST FAMILY wanted. Please call us at 604-688-1928 or email: globalstudyedu@gmail.com 1775 Bellevue Avenue HOLLYBURN PLAZA 2 BR - Avail Feb 1 From $1850/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.

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

6515

Duplexes - Rent

4BR, 4BATH 2400 sf, Lynn Valley, like new nr schools & shops $2750 ns np Feb1 604-980-5457

apts/condos

6540

Houses - Rent

2 BR, 1 den, 1 bath, reno’d rancher, fenced yrd beautiful neighbourhood. Nr schools, Lonsdale, ref’s/credit check req’d, np, $2,550. 778-882-5066 2 BR+ den beautifully furn North Van home, upper Lonsdale, amazing views/gardens, n/s Feb. 15th $3200 incl short/long term 604-836-0809 helenac@telus.net 3 BDRM, Norgate, CDS, new reno, htd flrs, 4 appl, wd f/p, N/S, cat ok, $1950. NOW. 604-644-8812 3 BR, Ambleside 2 bath, gourmet kitchen off lrg family rm, view deck,1280 Ottawa, $2900,Avail Immed. Call Ali 604-551-5141 3 BR, new reno, Central Lonsdale 2 bth, quiet area, lrg deck & yard $2300 avail now 604-922-4344 3-4 BR. rec room, 2 bath, yard, fp, near Parkgate Mall, 5 appls, ns, np, Feb 1, $2100, 604-988-6572 4 BDRM + den. 3 bath 5 appliances view.

Lighthouse Pk area, $3,000 604-926-1124 4 BDRM, large fenced yard, $2450, mtn view, Grand Blvd, 604-812-7269 604-985-7269 4 BR + 1 Br in-law suite. View, gas f/p, h/w flr, nr Taylor Way & Park Royal $2900 604-925-7576 DEEP COVE 604-929-5191 - n/s - 2 BR seaside cottage $2275 - 3 BR large lot, quiet area $2050 DOLLARTON - 350 Roslyn Blvd, 3 br+den in bsmt, VIEW! 5 appls, $1920+utils. 604-929-1723 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● COQUITLAM - 218 Allard St. 2 bdrm HANDY MAN SPECIAL!!!

HOUSE, bsmt/2 sheds....$888/M NEW WEST- 1722-6th Av 2 bdrm HOUSE w/1 suite 2 f/p,Long term finance, new roof, RT-1..$1,288/M SURREY- 6297 134 St. Solid 5 bdrm HOUSE w/2 bdrm suite on 1/4 acre lot with views... $1,688/M CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M Call Kristen today (604)786-4663 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

6565

Office/Retail Rent

warehouses

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

homestay

OFFICE FOR Lease, 688 sf, 2 flr, 1558 Lonsdale/15th, NVan, avail now, $1,100/mth 604-264-1001

townhouses

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

Furnished Accommodation

1 BR, self contained fully furn, lower Lonsdale, incl phone, utils cable/net fp, prkg, now, $500/wk or $1500/mo 604-986-6253

6535

office/retail suites & partial houses

• 6-year / 120,000km transferable Powertrain warranty coverage, with options to upgrade to comprehensive extended warranty.

6522

A SHORT STAY Renos, family, execs, long term. 604-987-2691 www.vancouvershortstay.com

1 BR bsmt, Feb 1, 300 blk E 4, front & rear entry, ns, np, $730 incls utils. N Van 604-261-8983

843 West 1st St. N. Van

604-985-7759

6505

shared accommodation

To advertise in Rentals call 604-630-3300

WEST VAN - RETAIL Marine Dr, 1000 - 2200 sq ft Ambleside stores. 604-836-2494

Rates From As Low As

1.9

%

6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-45

North Vancouver

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

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 Deep Cove, private, luxury 6 appl, fp, patio, cable, net, pkg, 600sf, ns, refs $1200 929-4553 1 BR, Lynn Canyon, garden level, shared wd, np ns, $800 incls. available. 604-720-6045 1 BR ste 2 rooms, priv ent, full bath, fridge, ldry, priv home, prkg, ns, np, $625.Now 604-813-7312 2 BR, Above Grnd. New reno’d.

Bright. Quiet street. Near Queensdale Mrkt. $1295/mth.

DW N/S N/P. 604-988-2309.

2 BR bsmt, bright, wd, dw, suit 1-3 ns, Ambleside, Cat OK, bus, $1195 incl utils 778-848-2747 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, Lynn Canyon, priv, above grnd, cable, net, pet ok, suits 1-2, ns, refs, $1100, NOW, 985-3906 2 BR, Lynnmour, 5 appl, own laund, fenced yrd, ns, pet neg. $1150+ util. Imm. 604-984-7933 2 BR Suite, new reno, immed, Ambleside, $1600, ns, pet neg 604-926-8896, 778-881-2147 3 BR top flr hardwood, 1.5 ba, 1200sf dw,upper Lonsdale, bright garage ns np, $1900 604-723-3313 BRAND NEW EXECUTIVE 1 Br above ground executive suite. Private, spacious, sunny south facing with view.

Upper Lonsdale. Top quality throughout. Bright open plan, Lrg windows, well designed.

Central. Sep ent, large kitchen. Heated floors. Lrg br & closet. Top line mix flooring.

Suits Single. No Smoking. $1500/ mo Please Call 604-808-1220 dasuper1@hotmail.com BRIGHT 2 BR garden ste, sh’d W/D. Nr bus/shops. Mar 1. NS/ NP. $950 - $1250. 604-922-1466 QUEENS. Main flr of hse, 4 BR, 2 bath, 7 appls. Nr schools. $2800.

N/S. Avail now. 604-505-7868

6605

Townhouses Rent

BEAUTIFUL CANYON MANOR (on Capilano Rd)

Luxury view townhouse, new reno, 3 bdrm, 2 balconies, 2.5 baths, 2000 sf, 2 wood f/p, 6 appls, 2 prkgs. 2 pools outside.

Cable, heat incl. Peaceful, park-like setting. $2400. avail Mar 1. Mature bldg.

No pets.

604-987-7813

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE (1/2 mth Move in & 1/2 mth renewal) 1915 Cedar Village Cres, 2 BR & 3 BR, 5 appls, 1.5 bath, 1 yr lse, NP/NS. Rent starts at $1435. For viewing call 604-988-0827

6615

Wanted To Rent

WEST VANCOUVER marble sculptor looking for studio space.

North Shore Pls Call 604 377 8575.

OAC

Ask us for details Offer may change without notice.

classified@van.net • classified@van.net • classified@van.net

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

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

604-630-3300

Call 604-630-3300 to place your ad

Wednesday, January 26, 2011 – North Shore News – A39

HOME SERVICES 8030

Carpentry

8080

Electrical

A PROBLEM SOLVER General carpentry, finishing, and ticketed. Sean 604-290-5994

#381293 LIC’D Bonded Electrician. Service, reno. Low prices Jeff 604-839-2825, 604-929-1094

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

Call Ken, Cell: 604-928-3270

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

604-689-1747 pgr 604-686-2319

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

ROUZ ELECTRIC #89724 Great rates, fast service, free est.

Satisfaction guar. 604-765-3329

QUALITY CARPENTRY Renos & baths. Insured, local references.

Call Dave at 604-724-4342

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

8055

Cleaning

$18/HR. Quality House cleaning.

604-983-3477 www.qualityhc.com CAPILANO MAID SERVICES Residential/Commercial, Post Renovation Cleanup, Refs, Insured, WCB. Call 778-895-1919 QUALITY CLEANING. Exc refs.

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

8058

Computer Services

PC COMPUTER EXPERT 30 Yrs Exp • Reasonable $$ Call John 604-839-2941

8060

Concrete

Any Cement Repair, Drainage. Customer Satisfaction.

604-354-9178 North Van Resident 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 AQUA Sewers & Drainage water

lines repair/install, drains clean & replaced.Wet bsmts 604-727-1541

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

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

8075

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.

8100

Fireplaces

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

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

THE ART OF HARDWOOD FLOORS Installations Refinishing & Repairs Dust Free.

Affordable Rates!

Free Estimates.

Call: 604-240-3344 ALL FLOOR COVERINGS Repair & Replace. Material Sales Dwight, 604-980-6048 I’ll show you the inexpensive route www.fccarpets.shawwebspace.ca Century Hardwood Floors ★Hardwood flr refinishing ★Repairs ★ Staining ★ Free Estimate. Contact 604-376-7224 Hardwood, Lam. Prof. Install, Refinish, Stain. Non-toxic Finishes.

Expert Advice... 604-715-8455 INSTALLATION REFINISHING, Sanding. Free est, great prices.

Satisfaction guar. 604-518-7508

8125

Gutters A GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICE

Drywall

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

604-984-4147 A PLUS TAPING & DRYWALL High quality, reasonable rates.

Free estimates. 604-715-0400 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

8080

Electrical

#1167 LIC Bonded. BBB, lrg & sm jobs, expert trouble shooter, WCB, low rates, 24/7. 617-1774.

DNE ELECTRIC Lic #89267 ALL Your Electrical Needs Reasonable & Affordable FREE Estimate 604-999-2332

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

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

8130

Handyperson

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

25 yrs North Shore Handyman All fixits, etc. Insured, Reliable.

Call Dave at 604-724-4342 ABBA RENOVATION carpentry, plumbing, wiring, painting, tiling. Work guar, Refs. (604)986-4026/805-8463 HANDYMAN SERVICES: European trained carpenter.

Call Chase, 604-328-0285

8135

Hauling

CHEAP LOADS Fast Reliable Service 604-922-5101

8140

Heating

8220

778-340-1590

www.silverfernplumbing.com

• In business 50 years 604-879-9191

8160

Lawn & Garden

8185

Moving & Storage

20% OFF All Moving

Winter Services

Services until Feb 28th 604-377-2503 www.popeyesmovingbc.com

SNOW REMOVAL

TwoGuysWithATruck.ca Moving, Storage, Free EST 604-628-7136. Visa, OK

Same Day Service, Fully Insured

• Yard Clean-Ups • Pruning • Gutters • Landscaping

• Xmas Lights • Hedges • Rubbish Removal • Odd Jobs

8193

Oil Tank Removal

STORMWORKS

310-JIMS (5467) BOOK A JOB AT

● Oil Tank Removal ● Recommended ● Insured ● Reasonable Rates

www.jimsmowing.ca

604-724-3670

A.All Area Gardening Service

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

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

Binder:

604-926-1526 604-726-9153

8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

GARDEN SERVICES LTD.

Trim, Top, Prune.

All types of lawn & garden applications.

General Clean-Up. Call Sukh: Free Est.

604-726-9213 604-984-1988

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

8185

Moving & Storage

AFFORDABLE MOVING 1 to 3 Men

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

45 We accept Visa, Mastercard & Interac

8220

Plumbing

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

LOCAL PLUMBER - Licensed, insured,GASFITTING, renos, Repairs. VISA 604-929-6956 SAVE ON PLUMBING! Licenced Plumber/Gas fitter, $65/HR. Same day service. 604-987-7473 Samy

8225

Power Washing

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

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

$

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

604-773-4549

A LADY PAINTER, professional & color consult, 20 yrs on North Shore. exc refs. 604-961-3451 Excellent Pro Painting Service 20 yrs exp, refs, warranty. Reas, res/comm Richard 604-618-0205 Interior painting, wallpaper Quality service, with a smile!

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

8205

Paving/Seal Coating

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

8220

Plumbing

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

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

DIMAN DEVELOPMENTS.

WESTCOAST ROOFING SYSTEMS

Renovations & Construction.

Mano, 604-990-1671/230-7970 www.dimandevelopments.com JKB CONSTRUCTION LTD. COMPLETE RENOVATIONS

604-728-3009 jkbconstruction.com

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

BEARING WALLS removed, floors leveled, cathedral ceilings, garage leveled, door and window openings. 604-787-7484

www.affordablemoversbc.com

ON TIME, careful, free estimates & firm price. John 778-233-7329 or www.pointmoving.com

BUDGET PLUMBING, No travel charge, No hidden fees. Guaranteed. Reasonable. 604-726-0474

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

604-987-7325

www.topsideroofing.ca 604-290-1650. Prompt, Prof Service. Insured. Call Phillip

8255

Rubbish Removal

A L L JU N K ?

Trade Your Kitchen Bath, Kitchen, Suites & More www.renorite.com 604-434-0070 RENOVATIONS: FROM Rendering to Reality. Visit ccirenos.com and look for our listing on Sundays. 604-980-8384

8250

Roofing

LONSDALE ROOFING

604-973-0290 Don’t Miss This One! 15%

25 YEARS INOFF BUSINESS

15% OFF • Flat Roofing (if booked before Feb. 15/10)

20 YEARS IN BUSINESS

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

604-929-7133 604-973-0290

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

All Season Roofing

BAMFORD CONSTRUCTION Ltd. Quality Renos & Repairs.

604-986-2871 www.bamford.ca

Roofing

ROOFING REPAIRS 604-988-0279 All types, Guaranteed. 34 yrs exp.

Call John (cell 604-375-0979)

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

Concrete forming & framing specialist. Patrick 604-218-3064

8250

D & M RENOVATIONS, Flooring, tiling, finishing. Fully Insured. Top quality, quick work 604-724-3832

WWW.PATTARGROUP.COM

604-537-4140

Seniors Discount

Renovations & Home Improvement

604-728-3009

www.jkbconstruction.com

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

FREE ESTIMATES

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

Lic Gas Fitter, Aman. 778-895-2005

8240

A+

Call today 604-328-5554 www.arnoldwendell.com

PCM Construction & Maintenance Water Ingress/Mould?

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

Licenced & Insured Local & Long Distance

www.crownresidentialroofing.com

WINTER SPECIAL SAVE THE HST Have Your Roof Done Between Now & Jan. 31

JB’s PAINTING • 99/room – Int/Exterior A CLEAN PAINT JOB. Quality 1 room from $127. Int-ext, WCB 22 yrs exp. Cell: 604-727-2700

• 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

PLUMBERS

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

NEW REPLACEMENT WINDOWS • Eliminate cold drafts • Slash your Heating cost • Enhance your home Call Bedford Glass for a Free Estimate 604-984-6208 10% off till Feb 10, 2011

A.A. BEST PRO

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

Tried & True Since 1902

Residential & Commercial Plumbing on the North Shore

Counter Tops, Custom Cabinets & Refacing

#3 - 8652 Joffre Ave, Burnaby

RESIDENTIAL DIVISION LTD.

“We strive to meet all your plumbing needs”

Kitchens/Baths

Superior Cove Tops & Cabinets

Roofing

Silverfern Plumbing Ltd.

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

Service & installation.

604-925-1341 www.progas.ca

8150

8250

Plumbing

Re-Roofing & Repairs Specialists 20 year Labour Warranty available

604-591-3500

Residential & Commercial Free Estimates Large or small jobs Nobody beats our prices $ 15 OFF with this ad

Yes, we Remove & Recycle Anything

604-537-8523

#1 TRAILER TRASH BOYS

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.

8295

Snow Removal

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

604-937-6633 604-349-5533

8300

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

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

604-725-8925

8309

Tiling

ETNA CERAMIC Tile & Remodelling. Kitchen & Bath Specialists.

30 years exp, Call 778-829-3368.

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) ★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

8335

Window Cleaning

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

CONNECTING COMMUNITIES

First Choice Roofing We specialize in flat roofs, fully insured.

WCB, Miguel 778-231-7973

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!

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604-630-3300

From the City to the Valley Call Today

http://classified.van.net

MSRP.** INCLUDES FREIGHT AND PDI

26,340

ERS’ CHOICE READ

2 O1O WINNER

2010 Reader’s Choice Winner

604-984-0331 www.pacifichonda.ca

MSRP.** INCLUDES FREIGHT AND PDI

36,410

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2011 CRV LX 2WD MODEL RE3H3BEY

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428 4.9

$

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PER MONTH FOR 48 MONTHS WITH $5,253.42 DOWN O.A.C.

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$

WHEN YOU PAY CASH

SAVE

IF YOU HAVE TO DO GIFT RETURNS, WHY NOT DO IT IN A NEW HONDA?

MSRP.** INCLUDES FREIGHT AND PDI

27,880

2011 PILOT

$

2011 CR-V

816 Automall Drive, North Vancouver

WHEN YOU PAY CASH

†

2011 ACCORD SE MODEL CP2E6BE

LOW FINANCE AND LEASE RATES AVAILABLE

2011 CIVIC DX MODEL FA1E2BEX

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LOW FINANCE AND LEASE RATES AVAILABLE

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16,385

GUARANTEED TO BEAT ANYTHING YOU GOT FOR CHRISTMAS.

$

13TH YEAR IN A ROW AS CANADA’S #1 SELLING CAR

2011 CIVIC

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**MSRP is $16,385/$26,340 and includes $1,395/$1,550 freight and PDI. For all offers, license, insurance, applicable taxes, and registration are extra. Dealer may sell for less. †$1,000.00 price reduction available on new 2011 Civic DX, model FA1E2BEX/Accord SE Sedan, model CP2E6BE. Cash incentives will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease and finance offers. **/† Offers valid from January 4th through January 31st, 2011 at participating Honda retailers. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice.

Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

**MSRP is $27,880/$36,410 and includes $1,590 freight and PDI. For all offers, license, insurance, applicable taxes, and registration are extra. Dealer may sell for less. † $1,000.00 price reduction available on new 2011 CR-V, model RE3H3BEY. Cash incentives will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease and finance offers. #Limited time lease offers based a new 2011 Pilot LX 2WD, model YF3H2BE. Lease example based on new 2011 Pilot LX 2WD, model YF3H2BE available through Honda Canada Finance Inc. O.A.C. £4.9% lease APR for 48 months. Monthly payment, including freight and PDI, is $428.00.

Down payment or equivalent trade of $5,253.42, first monthly payment, environmental fees and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $25,797.42. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 96,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. Retailer may lease for less.

Retailer order / trade may be necessary. **/#/£/† Offers valid from January 4th through January 31st, 2011 at participating Honda retailers. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

A40 - North Shore News - Wednesday, January 26, 2011