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Blaze destroys N. Van home James Weldon

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A North Vancouver home that investigators say is “known to police” was gutted by a suspicious fire Sunday afternoon.

Neighbours noticed smoke coming from the wood-frame bungalow at 411 West First St. at about 4 p.m. By the time emergency crews arrived, the house was fully involved.

Firefighters got the blaze under control before it levelled the structure, but the damage was extensive enough that it will likely have to be torn down.

No one was home to the time of the incident.

Cpl. Peter DeVries, a spokesman for the North Vancouver RCMP, said police See Police page 3

photo Debra Whyte

CITY of North Vancouver firefighters arrive at 411 West First St. to find the small wood-frame home fully involved with flames shooting through one of the front windows.

Walk home almost ends in death

Wrong turn on trail and a fall leaves man hypothermic, trapped James Weldon

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A North Vancouver man nearly died of hypothermia Sunday night after he got lost in a ravine on his way home from a party.

Michael Conway, 29, left a housewarming celebration near Seymour’s Pub on Old Lillooet Road at about 9:30 p.m., intending to walk home along a trail he believed led west toward Mountain Highway and his home neighbourhood.

He took a wrong turn, however, and wound up spending close seven hours in the forest — much of it with only one shoe — before he was finally extracted by rescuers.

The path Conway took after leaving the party — at which he had “a fair chunk” of alcohol, he said — didn’t connect with Mountain Highway, but instead turned north, leading him into a pitch-black Lynn Canyon.

After walking for about about 45 minutes, Conway realized he had made a mistake, but before he could begin feeling his way back, he lost his footing and slid several metres down a slope he couldn’t climb back up.

Unable to regain the trail, Conway decided to head downhill in search of an alternative. He soon found himself at the base of a deep gully, where he tried repeatedly and without success to climb the snowy sides — at one point sinking into icy water up to his knees — before finally calling police.

Conway reached a 9-1-1 operator at about 10:30 p.m. He was unable to describe his location, however, knowing only that he was at the bottom of a slope near water, and that he had recently walked across planks. He was freezing cold, already suffering the early stages of hypothermia, and his phone’s battery was almost dead.

See Rescued page 3

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Rescued man thanks his rescuers From page 1

The operator called Conway’s cell provider and asked the company to ping his phone, a move that revealed the call had been routed through a cell tower at Ross and Duval Roads. The operator attempted to call Conway back, but by then the device was dead.

Using that information and the victim’s vague description, North Vancouver RCMP launched a search.

With temperatures dropping, the force called in a dog team and dispatched officers to the area where they believed he was trapped.

The rescuers searched the canyon for an hour, calling his name, before they finally heard him yell back.

Conway was at the bottom of a treacherous 200-metre slope.

He had lost a shoe, and was by then suffering from frostbite in his exposed foot.

Police called in North Shore Rescue, who pulled several members away from a call on Mount Seymour to help out. Over the next several hours, the volunteers rappelled carefully down to Conway’s position, gave him dry clothes, strapped him into a harness, and raised him out of his predicament.

He was loaded into an ambulance at about 5:30 a.m. and taken to Lions Gate Hospital for treatment. Conway is expected to recover.

Speaking at a news conference Monday, Conway said the experience had been harrowing. At the base of the canyon, in total darkness, losing feeling in his extremities, with his calls for help going unanswered and his cell phone dead, he had come to believe he really might die.

“When I fell on my knees in the water, that was the first time I thought: ‘This could be it,’” he said. “I was panicked.”

Conway said he took full responsibility for his error.

“It was a bone-headed move,” he said. “It was pretty nuts what had to be done (to rescue me). I’m here to say: ‘Thank you, thank you, thank you.’”

NEWS photo Cindy Goodman

NORTH Vancouver RCMP Cpl. Peter DeVries and Michael Conway, 29, answer media questions Monday afternoon about his rescue in the early hours of Monday morning.

W. Van looks to ocean for heat Geothermal exchange is possible in foreshore project

Jane Seyd

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THE District of West Vancouver is looking to tap into the ocean’s heat as part of a new geo-exchange pilot project.

The idea, currently being analyzed by engineers, is to embed a series of high-density plastic coils in rock being placed off the shore as part of the municipality’s erosion control program. If all goes as planned, those pipes will eventually be hooked up to a geo-exchange system to provide heat and cooling to both municipal buildings and private highrises in West Vancouver.

An ocean geo-exchange system works similarly to the way ground geothermal systems work, said Steve Jenkins, manager of sustainability, environment and healthy communities for the district. Both use small differences in temperature between two surfaces to provide heating or cooling.

Ocean geo-exchange is even more efficient than ground geothermal, said Jenkins, because “the ocean is a very stable temperature.”

Jenkins said ocean geothermal exchange technology is “well proven” and has been used in other places. Toronto uses a system in Lake Ontario to provide cooling in summer, while Burnaby has installed geothermal pipes in a pond in the middle of a golf course. Several private waterfront homes in West Vancouver are also using ocean geoexchange technology, he said, and have found it cuts down the use of natural gas by up to 80 per cent.

Use of natural gas is a concern, said Jenkins, because its use creates much higher carbon emissions than hydroelectric power.

So far, a commercial-size ocean geo-exchange project hasn’t been tried in British Columbia. “We would be the first,” said Jenkins.

The municipality decided to look into the technology because it has already been placing recycled rock below the tide line to form artificial reefs along the shoreline. That project, being carried out in conjunction with Fisheries and Oceans Canada, is intended to provide erosion control and aquatic habitat.

Jenkins said adding the geothermal pipe now would mean relatively small additional costs.

Engineers are still examining what kind of load requirements an eventual system could meet and how

much a system would cost. But it’s possible that both new development projects and existing waterfront highrises could one day tap into the energy source, in addition to municipal buildings.

Municipal staff is also talking to Terasen Gas — now known as FortisBC — about possibly partnering in a commercial geo-exchange project.

Because the pipes will be placed in the ocean, it’s likely only buildings within a certain distance of the water could be hooked into the system, said Jenkins — but he added that could extend to several blocks from the shore.

The municipality is hoping the ocean geoexchange system could also be hooked into the aquatic centre. There, an existing ground geothermal project has reduced natural gas consumption by 20 to 30 per cent, said Jenkins. But the system still isn’t large enough to supply heat for the main pool.

The push for geo-exchange technology is being driven by both environmental and financial concerns, said Jenkins.

The municipality paid BC Hydro more than $1 million and spent more than $524,000 on natural gas in 2009.

A report on the feasibility of the project is expected by the end of March.

Rescuers stress dangerous backcountry conditions

James Weldon

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FOUR backcountry skiers are lucky to be alive after getting trapped by severe avalanche conditions in a gully behind Mount Seymour, according to rescuers.

The men, Lower Mainland residents in their mid20s and early 30s, had set out Sunday morning with the intention of skiing the resort’s first peak, but when they encountered unfavourable conditions they decided instead to head east from the summit into an out-ofbounds area in search of fresh tracks.

The skiers soon realized they were in trouble when their movements started to trigger small avalanches.

Unable to climb back up the slope safely, they continued northeast, heading deeper into the wilderness, in search

of a safe route out. The men eventually found themselves in the steep and treacherous Coldwell Creek drainage above Indian Arm, where they became trapped.

With the light fading, they called friends for help, sending their co-ordinates from a GPS locator. The information was passed on to the North Vancouver RCMP, who called in North Shore Rescue.

After that last call, the victims lost contact, having descended further down the gully into an area with no cell coverage. The volunteers assumed their co-ordinates were still likely accurate, however, and sent a 10-member team up the arm by hovercraft to the mouth of the creek.

The team picked its way carefully up the drainage, calling the men’s names. At about 1 a.m., they got a reply.

The rescuers found the men standing by the stream, cold but uninjured, some distance below the place where they had been when they had made their last call. They walked the victims back down to the waiting hovercraft

and transported them to safety.

The incident underscored how dangerous the conditions are at the moment in the North Shore’s backcountry, said search manager Tim Jones. “Sunday was a very, very serious avalanche hazard day. People need to understand that on the North Shore they have to monitor the hazard rating on a day-to-day basis.”

Adventurers also have to be sure they have the equipment and expertise to tackle terrain outside the major resort areas, said Jones. Sunday’s victims only had one avalanche locator and one shovel between them.

“They were the equivalent of snowboarders who happened to get backcountry equipment that day,” he said. “All four of them could have been dead; they got a break on this one.”

For up-to-date avalanche conditions and tips on safety, visit the Canadian Avalanche Association’s website at www.avalanche.ca.

Police say fire could have been deliberate From page 1

believe the fire may have been deliberately set, but that investigators were unable to enter the home Monday, fearing it was unsafe.

“In some cases, buildings that have been burned have to be torn down before they can be assessed for any cause of the fire,” said DeVries.

“I believe that that’s been a complicating fact in this investigation. They have not yet determined whether or not this is arson.”

The force is familiar with the house from previous incidents, said DeVries, but he declined to elaborate.

The 400-block of West First has been the site of a number of high-profile crimes in recent years.

In October 2010, Pamela Mitchell, 54, was handed a 16month conditional sentence for setting fire to a shed and another home on the street following an argument with one of the residents.

A man was arrested in the same block in July 2009 after allegedly stabbing another man in the neck, and in February 2007 a house party there came to an abrupt end when a partygoer was stabbed in the throat following an altercation believed to be related to drugs or money. The 27-yearold suspect in that case was later charged with attempted murder.

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REMIER-designate Christy Clark won the Liberal leadership race as a self-styled “voice of change.”

But how new has yet to be seen.

Sure, she wasn’t in caucus when the Liberals dropped the HST bomb on us.

But while she billed herself as an outsider during the campaign, Clark comes to the job with significant political history.

She was deputy premier to Gordon Campbell during a period of deeply unpopular government cuts and the era of the B.C. Rail sell-off.

And while she’s come out as promoting a “families first” agenda, it was hockey mom Clark who often rankled in her cabinet stints as children and families and education ministers.

As education minister, it was Clark who imposed a contract on teachers, eliminating class-size limits and services

for kids with special needs. That’s ominous, as the teachers’ five-year contract will expire June 30.

Clark also campaigned on cutting health-care spending, rather than increasing it. It’s hard to see how that will win over families with ailing elders.

In Clark’s former political life, she was often criticized for a combative shoot-from-the-hip-and-ask-questionslater style. As premier, she may no longer have that luxury.

In her favour, Clark is a populist, unlike the often-aloof Campbell. She also says she wants to decentralize decision-making, another welcome departure from the Campbell era.

It’s early days for Clark. Only time will tell if her plan for change is real, or if we’ll get the same political gunslinger dressed up in outsider’s clothing.

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Low Level bike route needed

Dear Editor: The Low Level Road Re-Alignment Project is a critical piece of the Pacific Gateway Program.

The Low Level Road project objectives include increasing truck access to rail and marine terminals to facilitate increased importing and exporting goods. In addition, new train tracks with more capacity and increased marine transportation are planned. While contributing to economic growth, increases in all these forms of transportation will also contribute to increased air pollution, noise and truck traffic through our community.

As well as being committed to economic growth, the provincial, federal and municipal governments are all advocates of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting active transportation as part of their long term plans for healthier communities.

The Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition’s North Shore committee recommends that the NEWS photo Paul McGrath organizations and governments involved in the North Shore Trade Plan take this as an opportunity PORT Metro Vancouver project manager Chris Hall (left), discusses to implement the first ever, purpose-built, flat, safe, details of the proposed Low Level Road improvement project with well-lit, regularly maintained bike route on the resident Victor Balon at a recent public open house for the $100North Shore. A flat route across the hilly North million project at the Pinnacle at the Pier Hotel Shore that follows as closely as possible the lowest contour will go a long way to promoting active transportation as can find the money to engineer a better way to accommodate a serious way to commute to work, school and shops. cyclists on a flat, safe, well-lit, regularly maintained route across More than $270 million taxpayer dollars will be spent on the the North Shore. six proposed improvements to the roadway to increase motor Heather Drugge, member, vehicle flow and truck access to port and rail facilities. Surely we Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition

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Bike planners wag the dog Dear Editor: When I read the Feb. 18 North Shore News article about the District of North Vancouver “steering away from the Joint Bicycle Advisory Committee” and reducing its relationship with JBAC to two members sitting on the district’s Transportation Planning Advisory Committee, I wasn’t sure whether it was the first sign of return to some rationality in the transportation matters, or if I was just day-dreaming, considering how these matters have been treated in the last two decades.

If there is any sense of proportionality in our civic democracy, one should conclude that district car users ought to have more than 200 representatives on the transportation committee, as bicycling constitutes not even one per cent of transportation while car trips are 90 per cent. Among the committee’s 18 member spots, there is one designated for the representation of the auto commuters — vacant, by the way. That certainly beats my notion of logic, but it is still encouraging that now the tail will wag the dog a tiny bit less.

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Broadcast watchdogs not barking much

“In 2010, the CRTC received 304 complaints about loud commercials. In 2009, there were 140 complaints and in 2008, 174 Canadians complained.”

Carmen Chai, Postmedia News, Feb. 17

THE radar at Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) headquarters blipped wildly enough at 618 noise complaints over three years to wake up our telecommunications watchdog and cause it to bark.

But when we open up the Pandora’s Box of broadcast advertising, we find more to be concerned about than the decibel level of commercials.

Has the watchdog’s nose been buried in kibble while the sound on Global TV was doubled over that of the competition of CTV and CBC? Or while the ratio of advertising to television programming accelerated toward a 50:50 split? Or while so-called infomercials actually became the programming?

It is hard to believe the annual tally of complaints about those developments failed to raise blips on the CRTC radar.

The subject, of course, becomes a good deal more

Just Asking

Elizabeth James complex when it comes to the actual messages and content of the advertisements themselves. And for that discussion we need to factor in the work of several non-governmental industry organizations: the Canadian Broadcast Standards Council (CBSC), an organization created by the Canadian Association of Broadcasters (CAB), and the non-profit Advertising Standards Canada (ASC).

As an aside, all the groups mentioned — including the CRTC — have similar and overlapping interests; just think of the dollars to be saved if they and their satellite acronyms were to operate under one roof.

Looking at advertising quality and content, let’s begin at the top, with the federal government: On March 19, 2010, Health Canada announced it

had “determined that adding synthetic caffeine to non-cola soft drinks in concentrations no higher than 150 parts per million (ppm) poses no health risk to consumers when they follow (its) recommendations for maximum daily caffeine intake.”

Publicized on the Health Canada website, the announcement was accompanied by a burble about the need for consumer self-monitoring and voluntary disclosure labelling by manufacturers. The reason for recommending a maximum daily intake of 200 ppm, of course, is that caffeine is mildly addictive; you drink one, you want more. This is great for soft-drink sales, but for kids and those who are overweight or diabetic, not so much.

So what does Health Canada do in follow-up?

What else than run a series of expensive television ads to warn viewers about the health risks of the high sugar content in soft drinks.

Right hand, left hand; use the caffeine to get consumers hooked and then give them a smack on the wrist for drinking too much sugar.

Barely lower on the advertising ladder comes the automotive industry — about which I have two beefs if the acronyms are listening: The first is that while

the police spend valuable tax dollars on advertising to educate drivers to obey traffic rules and modify their reckless behaviour, the ever-helpful auto industry spends more on video clips that show drivers vroom-vrooming their engines as though they were at an Indy-race starting line.

Responsible advertising?

I don’t think so. In fact, you might be forgiven for wondering why some automotive sales pitches don’t offend Clause 10 of the ASC Code of Advertising Standards, which reads: “Advertisements must not without reason, justifiable on educational or social grounds,

display a disregard for safety by depicting situations that might reasonably be interpreted as encouraging unsafe or dangerous practices or acts.”

More than a few TV commercials fit that description.

My second beef is that whenever an auto manufacturer’s cars are fingered for serious safety recalls, viewers can count on their fingers the hours it takes for said manufacturer to ramp up its commercials that stress quality and safety — all evidence to the contrary.

And the same can be said of food recalls come to that.

Bottom line is that, whether we are discussing decibel levels, the overkill of advertising minutes or the quality of the advertising itself, it should not take consumer complaints for the CRTC and the other acronyms to do their work; if, that is, they want to stem the exodus of viewers from what used to be considered basic television fare.

In the meantime, we viewers can always fall back on our increasingly gnat-like attention spans and the TV remotes to deliver our own immediate, uncomplaining verdicts. rimco@shaw.ca

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THE LANDOWNER IS PROPOSING TO REDEVELOP THE PROPERTY TO PROVIDE:

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A new food store (approx. 41,000 sq. ft.) located mostly below grade Approximately 150 residential condominium units Street-fronting grade level retail shops, restaurants and 2nd floor offices Underground parking with up to about 400 spaces Public open space located at several corners of the site.

TWO OPTIONS for developing the proposed 207,600 square feet of floor area have been prepared:

• OPTION A has a fifteen-storey • OPTION B has a ten-storey residential building in the southeast residential building in the southeast corner of the site, with three storeys OR corner of the site, with three storeys on Marine Drive, and a three to five on Marine Drive, and a three to six storey street base on other frontages storey street base on other frontages Please join us on March 10 to learn about and comment on the redevelopment plans and to hear about how they fit with District plans for the revitalization of Ambleside. For more information: Planning Department at 604-925-7055.

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Judge postpones fraudster’s sentencing

Convicted but depressed woman will live on yacht Jane Seyd

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A woman who ripped off more than $100,000 from a West Vancouver widow will have a year to deal with her depression — including time living on a yacht off Malta — before she is sentenced for her crime.

A North Vancouver judge decided recently to delay sentencing so Clarice Vidalin, 57, can deal with her mental health problems and try to pay back some money to her former employer.

Vidalin’s lawyer told the judge his client wants to go and live on the boat she owns in Europe for up to a year because she is too depressed to work and can’t afford to continue living in the Vancouver area.

Vidalin has pleaded guilty to defrauding her former boss, Molly Lori Young, by transferring thousands of dollars from Young’s bank accounts to pay off her own massive credit card debts, racked up through compulsive spending.

Vidalin used to work for Young’s late husband,

a West Vancouver businessman. After he died, his widow kept Vidalin on the payroll as a personal secretary and property administrator of her West Vancouver home. Because Young was often away, she gave Vidalin power of attorney over her bank account, authorizing Vidalin to pay her household bills. The widow “trusted Ms. Vidalin,” said Crown counsel Mark Rankin.

But the relationship between the two women eventually soured.

Shortly after Vidalin’s job ended in July 2007, Young discovered $7,000 had been transferred from her bank account to a Scotia Bank Visa card.

Since she didn’t have any Scotia Bank accounts, Young immediately became suspicious.

A forensic audit revealed 13 transfers totalling more than $64,000 from Young’s bank account to the Visa card accounts — held by Vidalin — between November 2005 and March 2007.

Further investigation showed Vidalin was also paying herself more than the agreed-on wage of $4,000 a month, said Rankin.

In total, about $110,000 of Young’s money went missing while Vidalin was handling the accounts, he said. He added the prospect of Young getting her money back is “doubtful.”

Defence lawyer Mark Rowan said Vidalin’s problems stemmed from a lifelong struggle with depression that caused her to “spend money

NV man on ‘most wanted’ list

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A former North Vancouver man who doused his wife in hairspray and set her on fire is on the B.C. RCMP’s “most wanted” list.

Jeffrey Paul Emery, 55, has been on the run for more than five years since he skipped out partway through his trial. Police are still hoping to track him down so he can serve the jail sentence he was handed in absentia in 2005.

He was listed last week as one of the 10 “most wanted” criminals in the province.

Emery was at home with his then-spouse in the 200-block of Riverside Drive on April 13, 2004 when he accused her of having hidden his medication. When she didn’t produce it, he set her on fire.

“She erupted in a fireball, causing third-degree burns to her arms, legs, torso, . . . thighs,” said North Vancouver RCMP Cpl. Peter DeVries, speaking at a press conference on the case in July.

“Much of her hair was burned off, and the skin started peeling from her body.”

Fearing discovery, Emery refused to call an ambulance and prevented the woman from leaving the house to seek medical attention for two weeks.

Authorities only found out what had happened when a relative reported it to them.

Emery stood trial in December 2004. But during a break for the Christmas holiday, Emery fled. Authorities have not seen him since.

He was convicted of aggravated assault in absentia and sentenced to two years and eight months in jail. A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for his arrest. Investigators have been following up leads for the past five years, but so far nothing has panned out.

EmeryisCaucasian,sixfeetthreeinchestall,225 pounds with grey wavy hair and hazel eyes. He is a skilled handyman, particularly with boats, leading police to suspect he may be living near water. He requires prescription medication, meaning he will have to see a doctor and pharmacist regularly.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

compulsively. . . . She spent to make herself feel better.”

He said she took the money from the employer to cover the bills she racked up during “the lowest point in her life.”

She has since also been fired from a subsequent job after telling her boss about the criminal charges

she faced. “Right now it doesn’t look as though she’s employable,” said Rowan, adding the events have “weighed very heavily on my client.”

Judge Carol Baird Ellan adjourned the sentencing until February of next year, saying she hoped Vidalin would manage to pay some of the money back to Young before that.

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We’re ready to continue delivering the natural gas and electricity services you expect, safely and reliably. We’re ready with new energy solutions like biomethane and geoexchange. We’re ready to build even stronger relationships in the communities we serve. Above all, we’re ready to deliver on all that you expect from each of us — the employees of FortisBC. For more information visit us at fortisbc.com.

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BRIGHT LIGHTS

by Paul McGrath

Jimi Hendrix Family Foundation meet and greet event

Photographer Ron Sombilon displays a Jimi Hendrix art piece.

Foundation chairman Leon Hendrix and president and CEO Gary Sir Johan Karlsen III celebrate the event’s success.

Leon Hendrix, the younger brother of the late rock guitar hero Jimi Hendrix, was in West Vancouver recently to promote his Jimi Hendrix Family Foundation, a non-profit organization that helps at-risk youth. Guests from the music world joined with other supporters of the foundation, which provides music intervention programs to help youth express themselves, at an event held Feb. 18 at a private residence.

Spruce Hill Guitars’ Martin Schulte and Canadian director of the foundation Sir James Barlow team up for a photo.

Hush Magazine’s Zack Grimmer and Dadmehr Naimi flank Shane Morgan.

Steve Reno, brother of Loverboy’s Mike Reno, shows his support.

Mike Turner and Frank Boshard enjoy the festivities.

Hosts Peter and Sonja Schmid greet guests.

Annette and Henry Rodriguez attend.

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

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HOME IDEAS Barb Lunter gets a jump on spring gardening. page 14

YOUR NORTH SHORE GUIDE to HOME & GARDEN

The star of grandma’s garden

Call for Nominations: The Outdoor Recreation Council is seeking nominations for its 2011 B.C. Endangered Rivers list. Nominations will help the council choose the Top 10 rivers in British Columbia that face urgent threats to their ecological health. Send candidate river(s) to mangelo@bcit.ca by March 18.

Dig Deep

Todd Major I love a good rose; they are big, bushy and full of colour and fragrance.

No other flower quite comes close to the beauty of a good rose. As for roses that succumb to all manner of disease, those are best shredded and spread over the compost pile to rot.

There are three key things to do if you want to grow healthy roses.

Firstly, choose the best location in which to grow your rose, which is not where you want it to grow but where it will grow best. Roses need lots of direct sunlight to flower well and to prevent disease attack — five or six hours of sunlight per day at minimum, eight hours preferred.

Most roses don’t grow well in close proximity to other large shrub and tree roots, so plant them on their own or amongst perennials. Most roses prefer to grow in deep soil so the rose can dig its roots deep into the soil to find water and nutrients, so choose a location that suits.

Secondly, prepare the soil thoroughly before planting.

Roses grow best in a soil that has a diverse structure, a depth of at least two feet, but preferably deeper, and the soil should be reasonably well stocked with organic matter.

Dig compost or manure into the planting hole to provide the myriad microbial activities that generate long-term soil fertility and to build soil structure.

No chemical fertilizer can enhance microbial activity or build soil structure. Chemical fertilizers actually degrade microbial activity and degrade soil structure over

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— Pollination Power Incorporate Orchard Mason Bees into your Garden: Learn about the life cycle of this bee along with startup instructions, maintenance tips and bee house options with Mason Bee expert Mike Nassichuk in this GardenSmart workshop, Wednesday, March 2, 7-8:30 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Admission: $5.

Registration: 604-990-3755.

Info: www.gardensmart.ca.

Marvellous Manure Sale: Purchase a spring tonic for your garden, Saturday, March 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in the parking lot of VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Cost: $5 per 20 kilogram bag. Info: www.vandusengarden.org.

NEWS photo Cindy Goodman

NOTHING compares to the beauty of a good rose. To grow healthy roses, choose a spot in your yard that has access to plenty of direct sunlight. the long-term.

Dig and prepare the planting hole wider than the size of the rose you are planting and always dig deep to incorporate the organic matter throughout the soil.

While it is true that roses are heavy feeders, contrary to the old myth, they do not need to be fertilized every month to flower well. The depth and quality of the soil you plant roses in can make all the

difference in the world.

Thirdly, and perhaps most importantly, choose the right rose for your garden by doing some research. It’s useful to talk to other gardeners to see how their roses performed, but ultimately each garden has slightly different sun-lighting, soil type, air movement and so forth, so choose a rose to suit your conditions.

There are so many classes of roses, from patio to

landscape to shrub to hybrid tea to climber to groundcover, that I do not have the space herein to go into all of them.

I can tell you, however, that I have completely given up growing almost all hybrid tea and floribunda roses; they are simply too much trouble and 1,000 years of hybridization for colour has left them bankrupt of almost all fragrance. But See Bare page 15

Seedy Saturday: A free event promoting seed saving, organic gardening and a resilient local food system, Saturday, March 5, 1-5 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver.

There will be seed saving demonstrations at 1:30, 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. At 2:30 p.m. there will be a seed saving workshop on how to save seeds in your own backyard. Info: www.ediblegardenproject.com.

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

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Pot up a perfect hostess gift Phil the groundhog predicted an early spring this year.

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WELL it seems our friend Punxsutawney

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Temperatures outside seem to dictate otherwise. In any case, there’s no reason not to begin planning our spring planting and future spring gatherings.

If you know a good friend who loves to plant from seedlings, then this little hostess gift idea is for you.

Simple terra cotta pots may be transformed quickly and beautifully with a little

planning and creativity.

You will find seedling packets on many hardware and garden store shelves at the moment. Be sure to check the packet for information on the type of seed you are purchasing and whether it is recommended to start inside and plant outside later.

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Lay out two or three sheets of newspaper to get started.

Paint your terra cotta pots in one solid or two complementary colours and let dry overnight. Paint the pots in stripes or polka dots for a fun effect.

Once the paint is dry, fill the containers with the seedling packets and place the lid on top. Tie off the pot with the raffia or ribbon and attach the recipient’s nametag.

These pots are great for starting off the seedlings inside on a window ledge before planting in larger pots or the garden later as the weather warms.

If you know the colour of the recipient’s kitchen, it’s always nice to paint the pot in a co-ordinating colour for the kitchen window ledge. lunter@shaw.ca

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IT’S a great time of year to start planning for spring.

Painted terra cotta pots with packets of seedlings make for a nice hostess present.

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From page 13 that’s just me. There are rose aficionados who would call me a heretic for making such a statement.

I do like many of the tough and disease-resistant Meilland roses, which are bred for landscape and garden use.

There are also many shrub roses of the rugosa type that are disease resistant and fragrant that I like and recommend.

But more than any other rose, I really enjoy and recommend David Austin roses. Austin is the king of rose breeders in the world.

Austin’s roses remind me of my grandmother’s rose garden, which was full of fragrance and colour every time I visited in the summer.

Grandma grew big roses in garden beds, small roses in pots and climbing roses up trellises and into trees. Her roses were jubilant and robust. Most of all, grandma’s roses smelled delicious. The smell was so strong that on a hot summer day I could smell the fragrance as I got out of the car. I was too young to understand how she grew her roses, but the memory of playing in her garden, helping her to pick roses for the table and running through the garden chasing butterflies while avoiding bees is to this day a most potent

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David Austin roses now can be easily ordered and shipped into Canada by visiting the website, www.davidaustinroses. com/american/advanced. asp. Austin will ship bare root roses to Canada in April. If David Austin is the king of rose growing, then Brad Jalbert of Select Roses in Langley is arguably the prince of rose

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growing and breeding. Jalbert has been growing, hybridizing and teaching the public how to grow roses for more than 20 years and he grows using organic methods and he appreciates disease resistance and fragrance. Jalbert sells some David Austin roses as well as many of his own hybrids and other great roses. Visit Jalbert’s website, www.selectroses.ca, for

more information. To choose a good rose, look for these qualities: vigour, hardiness, disease resistance and a smell so sweet.

Todd Major is a journeyman horticulturist, garden designer, writer, consultant and organic horticulture teacher.

For advice contact him at stmajor@shaw.ca.

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Tuesday, March 8, 2011 7:00pm – 8:45 pm LOCATION: Lynn Valley Library Community Meeting Room

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The applicant proposes to construct four townhouses on a portion of the Argyle School site that is south of Hastings Creek. Vehicle access to the site will be provided via Wendel Place. A new trail will link Wendel Place to Baird Road, and a new pedestrian bridge will be located at the end of Baird Road.

The meeting is held by Wedgewood Ventures in compliance with District of North Vancouver Council policy. The applicant will present details of the proposal and discuss any concerns residents may have. Information packages are being distributed to residents within 75m of the site. *This is not a Public Hearing. Council will receive a report from staff on issues raised at the meeting and will formally consider the proposal at a later date.

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North Shore Family Caregiver Support Presents:

Caregiving for a Parent or Other Relative with Dementia

When sons and daughters take on a caregiving role for a parent, they do so in the context of their history with that parent. This session will include information on the differences between sons and daughters as caregivers, the experience of being a “voice” in the family, as well as time for questions and discussion.

Saturday, March 5, 2011 • 10:00am-12:00pm Silver Harbour Seniors’ Centre 144 22nd St. East, North Vancouver This workshop is presented by JoAnn Perry, PhD, professor emeriti from the School of Nursing at UBC. Her research and practice focus on family caregiving for and communicating with someone with dementia.

Registration is not required. For more information, please contact Helen at 604-982-3313 or by email at helen.wait@nscr.bc.ca.

The Supporting Caregivers Across the Lifespan Project is funded by The Government of Canada’s Social Development Partnerships Program.

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Arthritis can strike our young

IT’S not uncommon for middle aged and older adults to sit around talking about their aches and pains.

They may mention that their knee has been bothering them or the joints in their fingers ache. And in the same breath they will wonder aloud whether they are developing Parenting Today arthritis.

You hope not, but as we Kathy Lynn age it’s not all that unexpected that either we or some of our friends will find arthritis attacking our joints.

After all, we think of arthritis as one of those conditions of the aging and elderly. Last year was the first time I heard about March being Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. It was also the first time I ever became aware that arthritis can attack children.

What’s even more surprising is that juvenile arthritis is one of the most common chronic diseases among children. It affects about one in 1,000. There is no cure but there is treatment that will allow kids to lead fulfilling lives.

When a child complains of a sore knee, we just assume that he fell and bruised it. And that’s probably just what happened. But when the soreness continues or moves to other joints, it’s time to get to the doctor. JA can be defined as continuous inflammation (pain, stiffness and swelling) of one or more joints lasting at least six weeks for which no other cause can be found.

It’s important to have the condition diagnosed and treated as soon as possible. We are fortunate on the Lower Mainland because British Columbia Children’s Hospital has a number of pediatric rheumatologists to treat our children.

As you can imagine, JA can affect a child’s social development. The pain prevents many from participating in regular childhood play. And they may have difficulty with tasks that are simply taken for granted (buttoning clothing, carrying books, walking to school). As a result, children and youth living with JA are often isolated from their peers, leaving them to feel lonely and sad.

Living with JA can present challenges for the entire family.

Parents are faced with the challenges, stress and sadness of coping with a chronically ill child. Siblings can resent the extra attention and care required by their sibling. JA also imposes significant financial demands on families; the demands can include the costs of treatments and therapies and the impact of time away from See Be supportive page 17

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PARENTING

Young artist of the week Be supportive of friend with JA From page 16 work to tend to medical appointments.

For everyone affected by arthritis — a child with juvenile arthritis, the parents and siblings of a child with JA, or an adult who is still living with JA — the Arthritis Society can help. The brochure You, Your Child & Arthritis is a useful tool for families. The toll-free Arthritis Information Line, the organization’s website at www.arthritis.ca and online discussion boards provide useful information, resources and support. There are also seminars and workshops offered by the Arthritis Society to help people manage the disease.

In addition, the Arthritis Society is offering four free webcasts during the month of March.

There will be one each Saturday. Conducted by leading pediatric rheumatologists, health care and education professionals and families living with juvenile arthritis, these interactive sessions will deal with complexities, transitions, and relationships.

These webcasts are free. You can attend them online and, as a bonus, one of the presentations is being offered from Vancouver,

Natalie Raw, 12, Irwin Park elementary Art teacher: Doni Gratton Favourite art: drawing Favourite artist: Henri Matisse Her teacher writes: Natalie enjoys making art. Her art projects display a great sense of proportion and scale, and she uses line and colour effectively.

Natalie’s skills combine to build very creative art pieces.

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so you have the option of attending a live session. Each of the webcasts will deal with a different aspect of JA and you register by visiting www.juvenilearthritis.ca If your child has a friend with arthritis, you can by supportive by acknowledging the disease.

Don’t say she can’t have it because she’s young.

Help your child to understand that their friend may have some limitations, such as not being able to run with the other kids or needing splints on their sore joints. Explain that these are as necessary as braces or eyeglasses.

Talk to the friend’s parents and find out what her limitations are so you can ensure that the kids play together happily and safely.

Let us hope that research can unlock the mysteries of arthritis and some day we talk about it as a condition of the past.

Speaker and author Kathy Lynn is hosting a presentation designed to help parents of preschool aged children understand their roles and set parenting goals tonight from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Grand Boulevard preschool, 520 East 20th St., North Vancouver. Registration required: email karen_randall@telus.net. Fee: $10.

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kids’ stuff Cats Pajamas: Musician Graham Walker will hold a children’s concert, Wednesday, March 2, 6:30 p.m. in the gym at St. Andrew’s United Church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. Admission: $2 for a single ticket or $5 for a family.

Info: 604-989-3144.

Magic Workshop: Children ages eight and older will learn magic with illusionist Ted Outerbridge, Wednesday, March 2, 4 p.m. in the Rehearsal Studio at Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. All participants will receive a copy

of Outerbridge’s Magical Moments in Time book. Fee: $10. Registration: 604-9844484.

Help Kids Make Wise Choices: Family Services of the North Shore will present an interactive evening with West Vancouver Mayor Pam Goldsmith-Jones and Anita

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Roberts, founder of Safe Teen, Thursday, March 3, 7-9 p.m. at Kay Meek Centre, 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver.

Learn ways kids can cope with verbal, emotional and physical threats present in everyday life. Admission: $10. Tickets: 604-913-3634 or www.kaymeekcentre.com. Info: www. familyservices.bc.ca or 604988-5281.

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 March 4.

Questions, Questions — Sky Racers: Children ages three to five accompanied by an adult will explore the world of hawks through nature crafts, stories and outdoor exploration Monday, March 7, 10:3011:30 a.m. or 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25.

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NORTH Shore dancers Nashira Paradis (left), Valeria Banales and Monty Lussow are among Pacific DanceArts students who will be selling Krispy Kreme Doughnuts this Friday and Saturday to raise money for a Spring Break performance in Guadalajara, Mexico. They’ll be at Lonsdale Quay Market, Duck Feet dancewear on Marine Drive in West Vancouver and Vancity’s Westview branch on March 5 and 6. The sale’s proceeds will be used to cover some of the trip’s expenses.

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IT’S an intriguing new trend in children’s education, and one has to wonder if the

demand came from kids themselves or from their hungry parents looking for a tasty meal.

Debby Tonn — founder of the about-to-be-launched kids’

cooking school, The Hungry Oven — says children’s cooking classes have been all the rage in the U.S. for a number of years, and had only really started to migrate north to Central Canada more recently.

In our own neck of the woods, “there have been summer programs and classes at community centres,” she says, adding that her own daughter took kid’s cooking during a Capilano University

summer program and loved it, “but there aren’t really any forprofit cooking schools aimed at younger kids.”

So what’s the impetus for kids’ migration to the kitchen?

A larger trend toward knowing exactly what we’re eating, and eating healthier is part of it, says Tonn. Many parents want to introduce this concept to their children at a

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A recent article in the Daily Mail said research shows children are starting to cook younger than ever. On average they now cook their first meal at only seven – five years earlier than their parents’ generation did.

“It’s an idea whose time has come,” says Tonn. “There’s nothing more thrilling than to have your son or daughter say to you ‘I made dinner tonight.’”

The Hungry Oven is slated to open in the second week of May in a 4,000-square-foot space on Churchill Crescent in North Vancouver. With two commercial kitchens and a “Kinder Kitchen” with induction ranges for children aged three to nine, the school is set to offer a range of courses to all age groups, with executive chef Johannes Oberbichler, formerly a restaurant chef instructor with Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts.

And while it is primarily for children, The Hungry Oven will also offer some special classes for adults, such as Date Night, Girls’ Night Out and Guys’ Night.

The web site, www.thehungryoven.com, is scheduled to go live later this month.Watchforadvertisements in the North Shore News.

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KIDS and teens are getting comfortable in the kitchen thanks to the recent trend of junior cooking classes.

Healthy eating spurred trend From page 20

Other cooking classes for children around town include Japanese cooking with Kimiko Suzuki, for children Grade 4 - Grade 7; $25 per child. March 15, 1011:30 a.m.. Suzuki will also offer a Mom

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KEEPING young students focused on their work is not an easy task, but one that teachers face every day.

Many have already learned this surefire trick: playing a game can help students in their retention of learned material, wake them up and refresh them, and it can be a lot of fun to boot.

The authors have presented 101 games that can be used in a variety of ways. The games could be introduced during any part of a classroom session.

The games are presented alphabetically but they can be played in any order.

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BY focusing on parent education and youth empowerment, a collaborative community prevention project is effectively forging connections between adults and teens.

Let’s Talk Shop is an ongoing free facilitated evening event made possible by a host of local partners, including Vancouver Coastal Health, Capilano Community Services Society, Ambleside Youth Centre, Parkgate Community Services, North Shore Neighborhood House, the North and West Vancouver school districts, the North Shore Action on Prevention Task Force and the City of North Vancouver.

“Educators can give all kinds of tips and provide the most recent best practice on prevention and the latest research, but really when parents hear teenagers talking about those very issues that they know that their own teenagers are facing, there’s a

certain amount of credibility that that information provides,” says Lawrie Graham, a Vancouver Coastal Health alcohol and drug prevention educator based in North Vancouver.

Since the inaugural session of Let’s Talk Shop in January 2010, five have been held so far with the sixth set for March 9.

Let’s Talk Shop brings small groups of parents of teenagers and teenagers together, giving youth the floor.

“It’s really just an opportunity for the young people to answer those difficult questions around stress, relationships, drugs and alcohol, peer pressures (and) family pressures and share those insights with the parents,” says Graham. “It’s a very respectful situation where the parents are just listening to the teenagers.”

Facilitators, like Graham and other community youth workers, are on hand to ensure there’s no glamorization of risky behaviour and to offer statistics as needed, for example from the McCreary Centre Society’s B.C. Adolescent Health Survey.

“Parents walk away with a renewed sense of empathy and respect for young people, understandingtheirchallenges and confidence to be more effective agents of their own life,” says Graham.

Events alternate between being held in North and West Vancouver, seeing parents from North Vancouver meet with teenagers from West Vancouver and vice versa.

“That provides a little bit of confidentiality and anonymity for the students,” says Graham.

The most recent event was held Jan. 25 at the West Vancouver Community Centre.

Jessie Ewing, 18, a student at North Vancouver’s Youth Learning Centre, views Let’s Talk Shop as an effective model for change.

“You’re really open and you’re telling them straight up what you’re feeling and how you think a youth would like a parent to handle things,” she says.

Ewing hopes parents take away the importance of listening to their children.

“It’s a very good learning experience and it can really help your relationship with your child,” she says, adding the same can be said for the

teens who participate.

Having parented a number of teenagers with one left at home, participant Eileen Guss said it was a very powerful evening, and found herself walking away with increased confidence and awareness.

“It got rid of a lot of assumptions that I had,” she says.

The January session reaffirmed the importance of healthy communication with teens, spending quality time with them and sitting down and making a concerted effort to listen to how they’re feeling and what they’re thinking, without judgment.

“It’s surprising when you do hear them, that what you thought isn’t true at all, what you’ve been worrying about, what you’ve been catastrophizing, it’s not like that at all,” says Guss. “It gives you real piece of mind,” she adds.

The next event is being held March 9 at Balmoral secondary, seeing North Vancouver parents listen to a panel of West Vancouver teens.

Adults or teenagers interested in attending this or future Let’s Talk Shop events can contact Graham at lawrie. graham@vch.ca.

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NORTH Shore teens Mana Kazemi (left), Jessie Ewing and Shayan Behniatehrani participate in the last session of Let’s Talk Shop, a prevention project for parents and teens.

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CELEBRATIONS

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Longtime West Vancouver resident Leatha Boulton was born March 7, 1921 in Hamilton, Ont. Her family and friends wish her a very happy 90th birthday.

Betty Hunt was born on Feb. 26, 2011.

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YOUR NORTH SHORE GUIDE to EXCEPTIONAL CUISINE

Yohachi inspires longterm loyalty

Deana Lancaster dlancaster@nsnews.com

THE last time Yohachi Sushi got a mention in this space, the review was composed by my predecessor, the incomparable Timothy Renshaw.

His commentary included a number of North Shore restaurants at which to have lunch. Also listed: Kilby’s in Edgemont (gone now), Norté (gone now) and the Beach House at Dundarave Pier (vastly different and about to undergo another transformation in the fall).

In fact, of the handful mentioned in the grainy pdf of the article clipping — because the North Shore News didn’t have an electronic archive back then — Yohachi is the only one

NEWS photo Paul McGrath

A plate of assorted sushi at Esplanade’s Yohachi Sushi includes salmon battera, an oyster shooter with a quail’s egg and yamakake with mountain potato. that remains unchanged; still in its Esplanade Avenue location, still serving the same fresh, authentic Japanese fare.

That says something.

Yes, it does say that the room could probably use an update; the mid-’80s space is all high ceilings, art deco angles and glass storefront.

But it also speaks to the longevity of a well-executed concept; to food that is wellprepared and tasty enough to inspire loyalty, even while hip new destinations open nearby and flashier options abound.

My coworker Shorty and I made the downhill trek recently to sample a late lunch at Yohachi, and found ourselves quickly ensconced at a table with hot green tea in hand.

The sushi staples are all available on the menu but there’s plenty more to be had if you’re up for trying it.

Owner and chef Takuya Iwaki was formally trained as a sushi chef in Japan. Before opening Yohachi in 1996, he worked at a number of highend sushi restaurants in town.

He works with pedigreed ingredients and likes to serve lesser known specialties when they are available, such as pine mushroom soup (dobinmushi), sablefish (gindara), grilled whole squid (ika sugatayaki) and herring roe on kelp (komochi konbu). He doesn’t add MSG to the food, and uses only wild salmon and real crab.

He even makes a roll with the very controversial natto, or fermented soybeans.

We skipped those and started with gyoza, lace-edged dumplings stuffed with a gusty blend of pork and ginger and served sizzling hot. Shorty

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also slurped up a citrus-sharp sunomo salad swimming with glass noodles and shrimp, and I inhaled my miso soup.

Then we were on to our mains. Shorty is the perfect lunch companion for this kind of outing.

“I always like to order the rolls that I’ve never heard of,” she told me. “Sometimes that works out for me, sometimes not.”

This time it was a winner, though more food than she needed: the futomaki (fat roll) was stuffed with a generous combination of dried fish flakes, omelette and vegetables.

The knock-it-out-of-thepark home run, though, was my kakuni: pork belly braised until lusciously tender in soy sauce and sake, topped with tendrils of shaved green onion and served with nutty brown rice.

Service was decent, though we’d have loved side plates for our shared dishes, and we did have to ask for refills of our tea. Still, I can understand why Yohachi continues to draw fans; I won’t wait so long before visiting again.

The bill for our lunch added up to about $32, including HST. Yohachi Sushi is at 161 – 171 West Esplanade, North Vancouver. Call 604-984-6886 for information or reservations.

can add all kinds of things to the pancakes just after you pour the batter on the griddle — thinly sliced bananas, apples or peaches, chocolate chips, blueberries, dried cranberries — use your imagination. Makes six servings. ½ cup butter plus extra for cooking 2 cups buttermilk 2 cups all purpose flour ¼ cup granulated sugar 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt See Apple page 26

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2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla Melt butter in the microwave and set aside to cool. In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients. Make a well in the centre. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs with buttermilk, cooled melted butter and vanilla. Pour into the well in the flour mixture. With a wooden spoon, stir until just blended (this is the secret to fluffy pancakes — the batter should be lumpy; if you stir until it’s smooth the pancakes will be rubbery). Lightly coat a frying pan or griddle with butter and set over medium heat. Heat pan until a drop of

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Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. In a small bowl stir together dry ingredients. In a glass measuring cup, combine the milk, egg, molasses and syrup; add to the flour mixture and stir with a fork until mixture is just combined but not smooth. Add a little more milk if batter seems too thick (it should be just pourable).

Brush a non-stick skillet or griddle with a little oil; heat over medium-low heat. Add the pancake mixture to the pan a generous tablespoon at a time and spread to make a 2½- inch round; cook until lightly browned. Flip and brown on the other side.

Repeat until all the batter has been used, keeping pancakes warm in the oven until all have been cooked.

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Multigrain Pancakes Serve these with sliced strawberries that you’ve sprinkled with sugar and let sit until they release their juice. As pancakes go these are pretty much guilt-free. Makes four servings. ½ cup all purpose flour ½ cup whole wheat flour ¼ cup quick oats 2 tbsp yellow cornmeal 2 tbsp brown sugar 1½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 1 cup 2% milk ¼ cup low fat plain yogurt ½ tsp vanilla 1 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter 1 large egg Combine first seven ingredients (flour through salt); stir well. Combine remaining ingredients; stir well and pour into flour mixture, stirring until just smooth. Spoon about ¼ cup batter for each pancake onto a hot non-stick skillet or griddle that has been lightly brushed

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YOUR NORTH SHORE GUIDE to THE GAMES PEOPLE PLAY B.C. SOCCER PREMIER LEAGUE SET UP AS TOP TIER FOR YOUTH

High performance league formed

North Shore/ Burnaby one of eight founding HPL franchises John Goodman jgoodman@nsnews.com

B.C. Soccer has announced eight franchises are forming a new high performance league in the fall that will serve as the top tier for youth soccer in the province.

“Our spirit of intent is to create the best possible conditions for player development and to support Canada’s national team program and strengthen the game throughout B.C. and across the country,” said Steve Allen, a member of the B.C. Soccer board and chair of the High Performance League Committee, made up of 16 soccer representatives from club, district and league levels throughout B.C. The eight franchises in the new B.C. Soccer Premier League (Abbotsford; Burnaby/ North Shore; Coquitlam; Lower Island/Upper Island; See Short page 29

NEWS photo Cindy Goodman

KIYA Darbandi, 13, performs a speed drill during a soccer clinic at Sutherland secondary turf field. B.C. Soccer’s new high performance league for youth teams U13-U18 will start this fall with eight inaugural franchises.

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South Fraser; Surrey; Thompson Okanagan and Vancouver/Richmond) will field teams competing in U13, U14, U15, U16 and U17/ U18 boys and girls divisions.

The eight franchises were chosen by the HPL committee and submitted to B.C. Soccer on recommendations from a selection panel which included Paul Barber, CEO of Vancouver Whitecaps FC, Sean Fleming, Canadian Soccer Association U17 national team head coach and Paul Mullen, director of operations for B.C. Soccer.

This fall the league will launch with a shortened pilot season, with the first full season running March through November in 2012.

The Burnaby/North Shore franchise has selected Andrea Agnoloni as head coach of the boys program and Jesse Symons as head coach of the girls program.

The Metro Select League, with teams representing Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island soccer districts, will remain as a development level above Gold club play and a level below the new league.

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Ending the Homework Hassle: A free seminar for parents with common sense advice for implementing a successful homework management system, Wednesday, March 2, 6:45-8 p.m. at Sylvan Learning, 100-145 West 17th St., North Vancouver. Reservations: 604985-6811 or northvancouver@ sylvan.bc.ca.

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Snow days UNSEASONABLY low temperatures left the North Shore covered in snow over the weekend.

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Centennial Celebration: St. Edmund’s school and parish will hold a special mass, open house tours and reception to mark the 100th anniversary of when their school was built, March 4 and 6 at 535 Mahon Ave., North Vancouver. On March 4 mass will be at 9 a.m. followed by tours and a lunch reception. On March 6 the tours will be after each morning mass at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and noon with an ongoing lunch reception.

Movie Screening: The youth group of the North Shore Unitarian Church will join with Qmunity Gab Youth (a fun,

safe place for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirit, intersex, queer, questioning youth and their allies aged 25 and under) to screen the Laramie Project, Friday, March 4, 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Church of Vancouver, 949 West 49th Ave., Vancouver. The movie is about Laramie, Wyoming and interviews of more than 200 residents to document the murder of Matthew Sheppard for being gay. Entry is by donation and all proceeds will go to supporting Qmunity Gab Youth’s drop-in.

Women’s Day of Prayer: Maria Elena Reyes of the Chilean Society of Vancouver will be the guest speaker at a service, Saturday, March 5, 11 a.m. at Saint Pius X Church, 1150 Mt. Seymour Rd., North Vancouver.

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Capilano University Lecture Series: Sandra Seekins, chair of Capilano University’s Humanities Division, will present on the promises and perils of bio-tech art, Tuesday, March 8, 7-8:45 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Free and no registration required. Info: www.capilanou. ca/universe.

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Went home to be with her Lord on February 23, 2011 at the Lions Gate Hospice. She will be forever lovingly remembered by her son Robert, daughter-in-law Barbara and her two grandchildren Meghan (Nick) and Brian. She is also survived by her sister-in-law Ann Grant, a niece and nephews as well as many cousins and old friends here and in other parts of Canada. Mum was predeceased by her beloved husband, of 52 years, Roland in 1998.

Special thanks to the staff at Capilano Care Centre, Lions Gate Hospital and Lions Gate Hospice who looked after Mum with great care and respect over the last 18 months.

Visitation will be held at 7pm on Thursday March 3rd at the Hollyburn Funeral Home (17th and Marine) in West Vancouver and a Celebration of Life will be held at St Christopher’s Church (11th and Inglewood), West Vancouver on March 4th at 1pm. Reception in the church hall to follow.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Lions Gate Hospice Society or to the Canadian Bible Society in her name.

For those wishing to share a memory, please go to www.hollyburnfunerals.com Hollyburn Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

GADSBY, Elspeth M. April 11, 1937 - Feb. 17, 2011 Elspeth died at peace in the North Shore Hospice. Elspeth was born in Aberdeen, Scotland. She came to Canada in 1962 and lived in West and North Vancouver for 45 years. She is sadly missed by her buddy and soul mate, husband John, daughter Susan, son Roderick his wife Caroline and their three daughters, Amlie, Solene and Chlo, family and friends in the U.K. Canada, Europe and the USA. Memorial Service on March 5th, 2011, 2.00 pm at the Boal Chapel Memorial Gardens, 1505 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver. In lieu of flowers please make donations, in Elspeth’s memory, to Lion’s Gate Hospital Foundation - Hospice, or the BC Cancer Foundation or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of B.C. and Yukon.

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Education

Optician Training *6-month course starts April 4th, 2011

Park Shore BMW has a position available for a fulltime Accounting Assistant.

The position features working in a modern, stateof-the art dealership and a competitive compensation package.

The ideal candidate will have strong accounting and payroll skills and be able to multi-task within a fast paced working environment.

If you are interested in a progressive and friendly dealership, please submit resume to: Park Shore BMW Email: kirsten@ parkshorebmw.com Fax: 604 985 9114

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Beauticians/ Barbers

BC College Of Optics 604-581-0101

www.bccollegeofoptics.ca FOODSAFE 1 Day Courses #1 in BC • $62 • 604-272-7213 www.advance-education.com

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

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

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

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EDUCATION 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.

Position is permanent, full-time in a non-smoking environment.

Vehicle is required.

AUDI BRAND SPECIALIST

JOB OPTIONS BC ~ North Shore ~

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

Resumes can be sent to info@wvmea.com before Friday, March 11th, 2011

Reserve Your Seat Call Jane at 604-922-0612 or Register Online at www.welcomewagon.ca Sponsor tables still available call Bonnie 604-612-1096

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

Progressive, independent, local union representing 900+ members under four contracts. Municipal, School Board, Library, Police Civilian.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Benefits package.

Welcome Wagon Vancouver Spring 2011 Bridal Showcase

Education

Local Union

LOST BROWN wallet with I.D’s. in N. Van. .' Reward. call 604- 247-0345 or 604-761-3718

Sandman Inn 180 West Georgia St Date: April 10th Doors Open: 3:30 pm

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Business Manager

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Door Prizes Gift Bag for Brides Fashion Show Special Displays Moussavian - Dr. Hamid Grieving the passing of Dr. Hamid Moussavian, our eternally beloved husband, father, grandfathers, great-grandfather, brother and uncle, we will celebrate his inspiring life, never short of accomplishments as a champion of social justice throughout his long, impactful and vibrant career, and also after his retirement. A memorial ceremony will be held on Friday March 4th, 2011 from 6-8 PM at West Royal Towers Lounge, 328 Taylor Way, West Vancouver. He was a scholar of Iranian history and culture and the Farsi language, as well as an accomplished calligrapher. Thanks to his remarkable memory, he knew by heart a large repertoire of Persian poetry that he skilfully reproduced in his beautiful calligraphy. In addition to his passion and devotion to his Iranian identity, he was a citizen of the vast world that he discovered in his many voyages across the globe. He proudly embraced Canadian Citizenship, and found a home in the diverse fabric of Canadian society. The family will be forever grateful for the professionalism but also absolute kindness, care and love that Dr. Moussavian received from the wonderful staff of the Capilano Care Centre, where he spent over two years before his passing. He is survived by his wife and soul mate Pari, his children, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, brothers, sisters, nephews and nieces.

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Announcements

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All CANADIAN / AMERICAN Work & Travel Visa’s.

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Tutoring Services

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

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CHAIR RENTAL $500 mo with clientele available in well established salon in West Van. Call 604-926-3271 CHAIR RENTAL FUSION HAIR SALON, North Van must have own clientele. 604-980-6006

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Career Services/ Job Search

LEARN FROM HOME EARN FROM HOME CanScribe Career College offers online courses: Medical Transcription and Computers. Great work at-home opportunities. Enrol today!

1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com info@canscribe.com

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Drivers

• • • •

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 to speak with a Case Manager

Funding provided through the Canada-British Columbia Labour Market Agreement

Your experience begins at Expedia CruiseShipCenters.

DRIVERS WANTED:

Terrific career opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects using non-destructive testing. No Exp. Needed!! Plus Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 weeks vacation and benefits pkg.

Skills Needed- Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License-AZ, DZ 3 or 1 High School Diploma or GED Apply online at www.sperryrail.com under careers, Click here to apply, keyword Driver.

DRIVERS/OWNER OPERATORS Wanted. Truck contractors need drivers with log haul experience and clean driver’s abstract. Owner operators needed with 6, 7, 8 axle log trailers. Visit: www.alpac.ca or call 1-800-661-5210 (ext. 8173).

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General Employment

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Monday, March 7th @ 7:00PM

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

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604.985.7447

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EMPLOYMENT 1240

General Employment

CONSTRUCTION LABOURER Reid Taylor Construction Ltd., is seeking Labourers, minimum 1 year experience. Duties include assisting in concrete formwork, erecting walls and building roofs.

Full-time $19.55/hour. Required to work in various locations in BC. Please email resume to info@reidtaylor.ca LOGGING COMPANY looking for Owner Operator Logging Truck Contractors.

Short/long log for Mackenzie area. Fax 250-714-0525 Phone 250-714-1191 ext 225, ben@bcland.com include references and capabilities.

PHOENIX FENCE HIRING Chain Link Fence Installers for Edmonton & Calgary, Alberta.

Full-time, premium wages, overtime, benefits, bonus, relocation program. Call Dale 1-800-661-9847. Fax resume: 780-447-2512. Email: dzaps@phoenixfence.ca RN WANTED for clinical research studies on the North Shore. Parttime, as required. Apply at: www.healthresearch.ca WANT A CAREER as an Artist?

Register for Visual Arts Diploma program. Multi-use workshop, painting, drawing, sculpture studios. No portfolio required. Grande Prairie Regional College. University Transferable. Call 1-780-539-2909 or www.gprc.ab.ca

NEED EXTRA INCOME

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

Earn up to $900/mo.

Call to find the route closest to you.

778-968-4400

Now Hiring

FLAGPERSONS & LANE CLOSURE TECHS

• Must have reliable vehicle • Must be certified & experienced • Union Wages & Benefits Apply in person 19689 Telegraph Trail, Langley fax resume to 604-513-3661 or email: darlene@valleytraffic.ca

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General Employment

KISA ENTERPRISES is now hiring (dba. Chevron). No experience needed, full time, $10.50.

Must be available weekends and grave yard shifts. Fax resume to 604-987-9946

LABORATORY ASSISTANT

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

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

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

www.acmelab.com

Interested parties should submit resume and cover letter by email as instructed on the website.

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Hotel Restaurant

C-LOVERS

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

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Insurance

Busy, Bright, Modern North Vancouver office

is looking to add to its team.

★ PERSONAL LINES REPRESENTATIVE

Min 2 years experience and Level 1 license required.

We offer an excellent salary & benefits.

Please send resume to or email: ibiresume@shawbiz.ca

www.working.com

Daycare Centres

SHANA’S FAMILY DAYCARE is operated out of her home again, on beautiful Tempe Knoll Dr, North Van. Near serveral excellent playing parks 604-980-2125

Call

604-630-3300 to place your ad!

Cell Pressure – Part III Before taking the cell phone plunge with your child – get an agreement in writing. Include: • Hours of use, numbers of calls and texts • Restricted locations – dinner table, school, church, while driving …

• No threatening, mean or bullying behavior • Keeping phone charged, in good condition, and maintaining settings • Knowledge of cell phone etiquette • Camera use and obtaining permission from others to take or send their photo • Viewing of inappropriate photos and videos • Handling of excess charges • Use of phone for illegal activity • Alerting of parents in the case of suspicious calls, messages or solicitations • Circumstances that revoke the privilege of cell phone ownership such as poor grades or not following through with responsibilities • Parental inspection of phone and usage history • Ability to review and revise the contract • Signatures of both parent and child.

Information provided by: North Shore Child Care Resource Program, a service of North Shore Community Resources Society: 604-985-7138

Hotel Restaurant

HEAD WAITER/WAITRESS for Akbar’s dining & lounge Ltd. $15/hour. Full time. Duties: serve food & beverages. Completion of high school. 3 – 5 years Experience. Punjabi and English an asset. No phone calls please Apply In Person between 5pm - 9pm .. 1905 W.Broadway Vanc. BC. V6J 1Z3

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Office Personnel

2010

Appliances

★ Receptionist

Please send your resume to: CAPILANO VW INC. 1151 Marine Drive North Vancouver, V7P 1T1 or email: susan@capvwaudi.com No phone calls please.

Teachers/ Instructors

NORTH STAR Montessori Elem. hiring Early Childhood Educator BA/AMI/ECE/IST/1st Aid Cert.

Req’d. Min. 1 yr of exp. as a head teacher. $34k/year. Fax: 604-980-1805

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Trades/Technical

BANNISTER GM in Edson, Alberta requires Journeyman Automotive and Collision/Painter Technicians. We offer Veteran Managers and Supervisors in a family owned operation. Signing bonuses, moving allowances, and top pay come with the right applicant. Apply in confidence to: dean@bannisteredson.com

All Like New! Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer, Stacker

604.306.5134 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 Toll-Free 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 DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available. Call Phone Factory Today! 1-877-336-2274 www.phonefactory.ca

TIRES, (4) 15 in. summer Michelin very good cond. $150 all, 604-922-7367 or 778-867-7637 WANT A CAREER as an Artist?

Register for Visual Arts Diploma program. Multi-use workshop, painting, drawing, sculpture studios. No portfolio required.

Grande Prairie Regional College.

University Transferable. Call 1-780-539-2909 or www.gprc.ab.ca

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BEAUTIFUL HERNREDON dining ste, smoked mirrored top, 8 chairs, $750 obo 604-929-6489 KING SIZE bed, incld box spring & mattress, very clean & 2 bed size tables, $475, 604-925-9150 OAK COFFEE & end table $80, glider chair $75, corner cabinet $90, clean couch $65, all good cond (604)988-3188

GET YOUR FOOT in the garage door. General Mechanic training.

Learn basic engine theory, power train, suspension, job safety. First step to automotive/heavy duty apprenticeship. GPRC Fairview College campus. 1-888-999-7882 www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview

BUILDING SALE... “Rock Bottom Prices!” $3.49 to $11/sq.ft.

Immediate orders only - FREE shipping, some exclusions. Up to 90 days to pay. Deposit required.

Pioneer Manufacturers since 1980. 1-800-668-5422. See current specials www.pioneersteel.ca

QUEEN SIZE bed, box spring, 2 dressers, 2 bed side chests, mirror, $750, 604-925-9150

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Lumber/Building Supplies

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Dogs

BOSTON TERRIER Pups, CKC reg. vet checked, good pedigrees, nicely marked, To view: 604-406-2415 or 1-604-794-3786 FILA/MASTIFF GUARD DOGS owners best friend. Intruders worst nightmare. all shots, $2000 each. ready now! 604-817-5957

LAB PUPPIES yellow & black, males & females, view reg’d parents $450. Ph 604-701-1587 SHELTIE PUPS, Reg’d, shots, tatoo, family raised. Plus 1 older male pup. $800. 604-526-9943

SHIH-TZU 1 female & 1 male, 1st shots, dew claws removed, multicoloured, vet ✔, DOB: Jan 14.

604-306-6459 or 604-518-4763

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Livestock/ Poultry

LAYING BROWN HENS. Started Pullets. Tame. Lay well. $9.50ea.

Cloverdale. ★ 604 541-0007

Cares!

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

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Recycler

Found~

MICHELIN TIRE all season tubless. P205-70R15 95TM+S. YOU PICK UP 604-983-8502

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Metaphysical

PSYCHIC READINGS by Luna.

Call for 2 free questions on Love, Money Health, Family, Legal. All advice is life changing.

1-800-207-6030

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Accounting/ Bookkeeping

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

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Business 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).

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604.777.5046

Legal/Public Notices

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: DOUGLAS GORDON GROVER, Deceased, formerly of 107 - 121 West 20th Street, North Vancouver, BC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that creditors and others having claims against the estate of DOUGLAS GORDON GROVER who died on December 11, 2010 are hereby required to send particulars of those claims to the Executrix, GAIL DALGLEISH, c/o Brawn Karras & Sanderson, 309 1688 - 152nd Street, Surrey, BC, V4A 4N2, Attn: Kim A. Karras, on or before April 1, 2011, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.

www.PardonServicesCanada.com

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

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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

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Beauty Services

604-724-7652

Furniture

5 PCE DINING ROOM SET, excellent condition, Pedi stool base w/ solid round glass top. $900. 778-580-5565 (New West)

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★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

LCD FLAT Screen, 23' Samsung, $250. used 3 months, Call Patty 604-904-7857 or 604-803-3952

EXCLUSIVE FINNING/ CATERPILLAR Mechanic training. GPRC Fairview Campus. $1000. entrance scholarship.

Paid practicum with Finning. High school diploma, grade 12 Math, Science, English, mechanical aptitude required. Write apprenticeship exams.

1-888-999-7882 gprc.ab.ca/fairview September 2011

NASITTUQ CORPORATION TEMPORARY POSITIONS AT VARIOUS NORTHERN SITES (April to October 2011) Exciting employment opportunities in Canada’s Arctic include: Bear Monitors, Labourers, Building Custodians, Heavy Equipment Operators, Chefs, HVAC, Riggers, Carpenters, Plumbers, Electricians, Vehicle/Diesel Mechanics, Power Plant Operators, Weather Observers, Project Coordinators, Site Supervisors, Warehouse persons. For more information, visit our website @ www.nasittuq.com Submit your resume to: HR Recruitment, Nasittuq Corporation, 100-170 Laurier Ave West, Ottawa, ON, KIP 5V5, Fax: (613) 787-3888 or E-mail: recruit@nasittuq.ca Nasittuq is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified groups. Beneficiary Land Claim applicants from Inuvialuit/Nunavut/Nunatsiavut/ Nunavik are encouraged to apply and self-identify.

Cats

APT. & FULL SIZE

Delivery/Warranty avail.

Required for weekends and evening shifts.

Must have exceptional professional skills and committed to high customer service standards; possess great personality and excellent communication skills; capable of handling a busy switchboard and able to multi-task.

Reliable, flexible, adaptable, detail oriented and accuracy essential.

We provide a competitive remuneration package, comprehensive benefit plan and a friendly working environment.

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Money to Loan

Need Cash Today?

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604-987-7330

100 & up

Capilano VW is looking to fill the following permanent part-time position:

COLLECTOR BUYING: Old toys, postcards, militaria, steamship, railway, hotel items, antiques & collectibles, 604-313-5479

1825 Lonsdale Ave

NORTH SHORE Appliance Services At your place!

Call Mike 604-307-2010

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Financial Services

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Business Opps/ Franchises

#1 JANITORIAL FRANCHISE Customers, (Office Cleaning), Training and support. Financing. www.coverall.com 604-434-7744 info@coverallbc.com 80% COMMISSION TRAVELONLY has 500 agents across Canada. Business opportunities with low investment, unlimited income potential, generous tax/travel benefits. Run your travel company, full-time, part-time from home. Register for FREE seminar, www.travelonly.ca 1-800-608-1117, Ext. 2020.

FAMILIES EARNING MORE. Work from home part or full-time.

No selling. No inventory. No parties. No large investment or risk. Visit www.familiesearningmore.com

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Legal Services

#1 IN PARDONS Remove your criminal record.

Express Pardons offers the FASTEST pardons, LOWEST prices, and it’s GUARANTEED. BBB Accredited. FREE Consultation Toll-free: 1-866-416-6772 www.ExpressPardons.com

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Personals

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

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

Lily’s Relaxation Centre Nice Oriental Massage

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

Meridien SPA LTD.

Relaxation Massage Special Rates meridienspa.com

604-985-4969

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Escort Services

GENTLEMEN! Attractive discreet European lady is available for company.

604 451-0175

GARAGE SALE

Empty your Garage Fill Your Wallet

MAKE IT A SUCCESS! Call 604-630-3300

in the Classifieds!

Furniture

★ HOTEL FURNITURE LIQUIDATION ★ New treasures arriving daily!

Just arrived from the PACIFIC PALISADES HOTEL

Any Size Mattress $99, Headboards $50,Nite Tables$50, $50, Mattresses $100, Sofabeds $200, Armoires Dressers $100,Sofa Beds $200, Banquet Chairs $15, Sofa Chairs $50, Dining Chairs $20, Tables $50.

Lamps TV’smirrors $30, Armoires $100, 1000’s of$20, lamps, & art... andDrapes much $30 more!

Mini-bars $40 ...and much more!

We are Canada’s largest supplier of pre-owned furniture.

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

604-630-3300 604-630-3300

RENTALS 6505

Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

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

1 yr lease, 125 West 19th, no pets, coin wd, call 778-554-0537 1 BDRM Apt, reno’d, Woodcroft, large kitchen, bright, all incls March 1, 778-840-6373 1 BDRM, Central Lonsdale, 2nd floor, h/w flrs, heat and hot water incl, no pets, $950, Dodwell Strata Mgt. 604-838-5020 or 604-699-5264

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Apartments & Condos

6505-11

North Van Apt. Rentals

1 BR. large, $870. mountain view, now or Apr. 1.

1 BR. large, $865, patio, Apr 1.

Gated prkg, quiet, drapes, heat incl. no pets, 1 yr lease, 321 East 2nd. 604-987-5802 1 Br large corner, $860. now or Apr 1.

2 Br large corner, $990, Apr 1.

Gated prkg. quiet, drapes no pets, heat incl. walk to seabus, 1 yr lease, 163 W 5th. 604-980-7501 1 Br. large, corner unit, brick patio, now or Apr 1, $845 1 Br. large, Panoramic view, Apr. 1 $925. heat incl. quiet. drapes. gated or free prkg, no pets, 1 yr lease. 310 East 2nd, 604-904-0956 1 BR, large, upper Lonsdale, balc. coin wd, prkg, hardwood flrs.

124 W 20, ns, np, 604-328-4104 1 BR now 2 BR, Apr 1, new reno. dw, ns bldg, upper Lonsdale, $950 up. 604-725-5194 1 BR, view, top flr, quiet, hardwood, cat ok, Lonsdale & 23, avail Mar 1, $825. ns, 604-986-4927 1 BR Woodcroft (Whytecliff) South facing, city view, 13th flr, $925 avail Apr 1st 604-762-2809

100 E. ESPLANADE 1 bdrm air con, 9 ft ceiling, 7 appl, $1400; Anson Rlty 604-783-7623 144 E. 19th St. N.Van lrg, bright 2 Br $1,300. Balc, Ldry, Prkg & Storage Available 604.787.1187 2 BDRM, $1150 & $1225 Central Lons, nice quiet bldg, carpet, h/w floors, n/p, NOW, 604-988-3227 2 BDRM, large bright, upper duplex suite, new balcony, prkg 1 car, fenced back yard, no dogs, n/s, w/d, $1175 utls incl, tel.

604-986-3094

2BDRM PTHSE, reno’d, hrdwd flrs, d/w, $1800. 1 bdrm also avail. $950. Kathleen 604 722-3413

Beautiful Large Suites 1 BR $915, avail now.

2 BR from $1340, Mar 15 or later.

Heat, h/w, prkg. Lease 604-986-3866 CENTRAL & LOWER Lonsdale renov’d & bright w/view, 1 br from $850, 2 br from $1100, 3 br from $1700. Mar 15th. 604-725-4873 A LITTLE PIECE OF HEAVEN.. in Lynn Valley, heat & hw incl’d, ug prkg, (3 mos free) some reno’d units, 1 br, $945... 2 br, 1 bath $1200.. 2 br, 2 bath, $1275...

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

Carpets, drapes, heat, hw.

Gated prkg avail. ★ No dogs ★1 cat ok ★ Pet Policy ★604-986-7745★

Beautiful Views

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

concrete, by shops, Cat Ok

North Vancouver

604-985-2926

BLUERIDGE APTS (Family complex )

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

604-924-3628

2 BR, 990sf, nr L.Valley Mall, incl prkg, fp, dw, hw. Cat ok. + heat, $1400, Apr 1. 604-780-7149 2 BR, Central Lonsdale, south facing, sunny corner suite, hw flrs, heat & hot water incl, no pets, $1200, Dodwell Strata Management. 604-838-5020 or 604-699-5264

6007

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

KELOWNA - Upscale Adult Resort 4 Jacuzzi Stes., 6 ½ baths. Salt pool, media room & sauna. Lake, mtn & city views. Private 2 bdrm. res.

Fabulous semi-retired lifestyle.

Turnkey. $1,549,000.

1-877-762-7831 ClassAct@shaw.ca

6008

Condos/ Townhouses Chilliwack

3 BR 3 bath T/H, garage, like new! near downtown Chwk. visit www.chilliwacktownhousefor sale.weebly.com 604-702-9833

6008-22

North Vancouver

CEDAR COURT TOWNHOUSE 2 BR, 1 bath, new ss appl, paint, new kitchen cabinets, Austrian laminate floors. Offers. #13-220E 11th St, North Van 604-984-0046

Surrey

Sun Mar 6, 2-4pm, 2 BR, 2 yr old condo, 2 f/bath, granite counters, hrdwd flrs, balcony. $259,000.

Sutton Mala 778-859-4458

Apartments & Condos

6505-12

SUDOKU

West Van Apt. Rentals

2025 BELLEVUE Ave W.V. Oceanview 2 Br P/house, 300sf deck, cat OK, Senior Discount 604-913-0734

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1 BR, central Ambleside, small concrete bldg, corner unit, hardwood, np, $1075, 604-808-1029

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

Call 604-986-3356 LIONS APTS, 1 BR $1100. Insuite w/d, d/w, courtyard. Mar 15 or later. 1 yr lease 604-986-3866

LYNN VALLEY, 2 BR, hardwood, f/p, d/w, cat ok, $1275, immed 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

LYNN VALLEY, 3 BR top flr, hardwood, cat ok, $1400, May 1 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

LYNN VALLEY, updated 1 BR, hardwood, cat ok $1010. May 1 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net MOUNTAIN VILLAGE APTS. 1, 2 & 4 BR, Apr 1, 604-988-3828 www.mountainvillage.ca

MOVE IN ALLOWANCE Lrg 1 BR, Avail Mar 1, quiet, clean building, Rent Starts $1000. Incls Ht & H/W. N/P, N/S, 1 yr lease, Cable/park extra, 604-985-4272 PARKRIDGE TERRACE 110 E. Keith Rd. Great location, park like setting, sauna, indoor pool.

1 Br. $1095; 1 Br+den $1125, 2 Br. $1395 up. views, storage NO PETS. 604-988-7379 www.glassmanpm.com WOODCROFT: 1, 2 BR 1 year lease. ns, np. Utils. incld.

COLLIERS - 604-926-2012 WOODCROFT 1 BR new carpet, paint. incl all utils, prkg, security, gym + pool $925 778-865-7455

6020

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Real Estate

AMBLESIDE TOWER Studio. 1 BR & 2 BR’s avail.

Move in Bonus. Excellent views, rents incl. heat & h/w.

Tennis courts, indoor pool, saunas, exercise & games rooms on premises. Walk to beach & shops.

1552 Esquimalt . 604-922-8443

BAYVIEW APTS

1550 Duchess Ave, W. Van. Studio & 1 Br Move-in Bonus Fitness rm out door pool, nr shops, transit & Seawall. 1 yr lease, N/pets.

Heat, hw incl’d. Member of Crime Free Multi-Housing Program. 604-922-4322 GARDEN BACH. $850 furnished, bright clean private, kitchenette, suit 1 ns, np, need car, Hwy 1 & Cypress, Mar 1, 604-922-3004 Luxury Over The Seawall!

Bach & 1 BR. pool rec. rm, pet ok 2190 Bellevue Av. 604-926-6287 PACIFICANA 1480 Esquimalt Ave. 1 bachelor, 1 bdrm, ocean views, dw, n/p, n/s Feb 1st.

By appt. 604-921-7800

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

cont. on next page

6020

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Real Estate

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Sell your home, only $99. 604-574-5243 Burnaby Highgate 2000sf 4 Br 3 1/2ba 1/2 duplex w/side suite $779K 418-1002 id5313 Chilliwack Like New, 3 yr old 816sf 1br+den condo nr mall $184,900 997-0603 id5329 Delta Price Reduced studio condo, 19+ complex, pool, park, $99,900 597-8361 id4714 Langley, nr seniors centre 1240sf 2br 2ba condo 55+ bldg $239,900 534-3435 id5297 Langley Resort Living updated 1400sf 2br, 2ba gated tnhse $459K 882-3760 id5324 Sry Sullivan Mews ground lvl 1200sf 2br 2ba tnhse, 55+complex $220K 834-6935 id5136 Sry Bear Creek Park Reduced 1440sf rancher, gated 45+ $279,900 597-0616 id5234 Sry Royal Hts river & Mtn view 3900sf 8br 6ba on 5500sf lot $759,900 537-5952 id5290 Sry Clayton 2yr old beauty 3000sf 6br 3.5ba w/2br bsmt suite $610K 612-9594 id5312 Vanc Mt Pleasant reno’d w/addition, potential for lg family, $1,079,000 732-0568 id5326

SUDOKU

2 BDRM large, 5 appl, balcony pool gym, nr bus, shops, n/p, $1275. 604-998-2259

REAL ESTATE

6008-30 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.

6505

GREAT LOCATION! 145 West Keith Road.

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6008-06 2 BR 2 bath, exquisite new reno upper Lonsdale, hardwood, ns, np, Apr. 1, $1320, 604-469-1148

North Van Apt. Rentals

Delbrook Gardens 777 W. Queens Rd 1 & 2 br from $1,170. M-F 604 990-2971 or Wkends 985-2876

BACHELOR SUITE: 365 East 2nd St, N Van: Bright, south facing suite in quiet building.

Private entrance: $750/mo, incl heat, h/w & hydro avl March 15th/ April 1st, phone 604-726-4884

1 BR garden level, share wd, ns, np but must love them, now/Apr 1, suit 1, $750incl util. 604-839-9062

6505-11

2 Br. large, view, $1100, avail Apr. 15 or May 1.

Gated prkg. quiet, drapes no pets, heat incl. walk to seabus, 1 yr lease, 163 W 5th. 604-980-7501

1 BR Apr. 1, 274 W2nd. reno’d, $985, incls heat, hw, u/g prkg, locker, ns/np, Call 604-779-3541

1 BR fully renod, upper Lonsdale, view, large, $945 incl heat hw & cable, ns, np, now, 604-987-8807

Apartments & Condos

Chesterfield/W15, Bach & 1br, incld heat hw, cable, ns, no pet.

1 yr lease, $750up, 604-987-9899

3125 Capilano Cres., 908-7368, 2 BR, 2 bth, 2 prkg, N/P, Mar 1. $2000

1 BR+ den, large, Time Bldg. decks, wd, ug prkg/2 storages, ns, np now $1650, 604-614-7589

6505

2 BR bright, hi-spd/cable, hardwood, ns, np, nr seabus, quiet bldg. $1300, 604-618-8338

1 BR, 1&Mahon, new paint, carpets, drapes, quiet side, heat hw, 1 prkg. $925, lease 604-985-1930

1 BR bright furn apt, Lower Lonsdale, gorgeous d/town view, nr seabus incl heat/h/w prkg, hydro $1100 ns np 604-783-5507

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6020-26

North Vancouver

STORMWORKS CONTRACTING; Oil Tank Removal. Certified, Insured, Recommended.

Reasonable Rates. 604-724-3670

6050

Out Of Town Property

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A34 – North Shore News – Wednesday, March 2, 2011

RENTALS cont. from previous page

6515

Duplexes - Rent

AMBLESIDE 3BR, 2 baths, family room, 1800 sf, f/p, 2 prkg, ns, $2600. Mar 1. 604-818-7427

6522

Furnished Accommodation

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

www.vancouvershortstay.com

6522

Furnished Accommodation

6540

Houses - Rent

FURNISHED SUITES & Houses Short-term, Good prices.

EAGLES NEST. Eve 604-921-8174

HOMAWAY INNS Specializing in furn accom at reas rates. call 604-723-7820 or visit www.homawayinns.com WEST VAN furn bed sitting room, priv. entry w/deck, own bath. incl cable/net suit 1 ns, 604-921-7385

6535

Homestay

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

13th & Ottawa Ave 908-7368, 6 BR, 4 bth, post & beam, 4500 sqft, view, pool, lease $5000.

2 BDR 2 Bth 1400 sqft, dishwasher, own laundry, Grousewoods, util included, pet ok with deposit, $1600/mth, Avail Mar 14 or Apr 1, Call 778-223-7844 2 BR with In-Law Suite, Dundarave, 1816 sq ft, h/w floors, wood fp, City/ocean views, carport. NS. Mar 1. $3500+util. 604-986-1500 4 BR, upper British Prty, sweeping view of bridge, city & mtn.Fully reno’d, $4350. 778-865-2885

AUTOMOTIVE Central Auto

The North Shore’s Best 2005 Chevrolet 3500 Crew Cab 4x4 Duramax Diesel, box liner, tonneau cover, side steps, new tires, only 79,500km, one owner, immaculate. $32,850

D L O S D SOL D SOL

2005 Acura 3.5RL Luxury Sedan, auto, local, only 29k, spotless. $24,850 2006 Jaguary XJ8 4dr, luxury sedan, auto, local, sunroof, only 26k, virtually as new. $28,850 2004 Mercedes Benz E500 4 Matic Station Wagon Wagon,, auto/ Tiptronic, AWD, pwr tailgate, sunroof, leather heated seats, local, only 77k & spotlessly kept. $25,850

D SOL

2004 Audi TT Quattro Coupe local, 6spd manual, Recaro type sport seats, a/c, pwr group, All Wheel Drive, heated seats, only 27K from new, spotless. $19,850 2004 Mercedes Benz E320 4Dr Luxury Sedan (newer shape), auto, local, only 80k, spotlessly kept. $18,850 2004 Volvo XC70 Cross Country All Wheel Drive Station Wagon, auto, local, sunroof, leather heated seats, only 59k, spotless. $18,850

D L O S D L O S

2000 Jaguar XK8 Convertible auto, local, only 89K from new, very well maintained and exceptionally kept. $15,850 2004 Mercedes Benz C240 4dr Sedan, auto/tiptronic, local, sunroof, alloy wheels, only 63k, $14,850 immaculate

OPEN

9105

$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.

WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Last week 15 out of 17 applications approved! We fund your future not your past. Any Credit. Receive a $500 Gift Card. www.coastlineautocredit.com or 1-888-252-8235.

9129

1998 BMW Z3 Convertible, 5spd manual, 6cyl, local, previously sold by us, only 81k from new, truly exceptional. $13,850

D SOL D SOL

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

Luxury Cars

9130

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

GAIN ENTRY Level Skills in ATV, Snowmobile, Watercraft Technology. GPRC Fairview Campus, Alberta. Learn to repair small engines, recreational vehicles. Apprenticeship opportunity. On-campus residences. 1-888-999-7882 www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

9145

9160

Scrap Car Removal

Sports & Imports

04 VOLVO XC70 Exc Cond, dealer serviced. 102kms, Black, tan leather $14,750 604 506 2723

2000 BENTLEY Arnage Royal Blue, Magnolia hide piped blue Totally immaculate, full records, dealership service history. My personal car, I bought it from the chairman of the Florida’s Rolls Royce owners club. 47,000 miles. $48,500 604-966-8300 No dealers

2006 HONDA Civic 2 dr coupe, 5 spd, ac, pw, pl, exc cond 114K, serviced. $8900 604-760-3667 2006 MITSUBISHI Lancer, 2 ltr, 4 dr, auto, a/c, 83k, charcoal, new tires, Mint, $9800, 778-558-7653

Which SUV sips gas like a subcompact?

604 628 9044

9155

Research vehicles on driving.ca

2002 BMW 320i Sports Sedan, auto, local, sunroof, only 87k, spotless. $11,850 1999 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6 AWD SUV auto, local, sunroof, only 168k, extremely well kept. $9,850

Serving the North Shore for over 30 years!

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

843 West 1st St. N. Van

604-985-7759

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

Call Ken, Cell: 604-928-3270

1 BR bright, Lynn Valley, ground level, carport, ns, np. Apr. 1. $850 incls utils. 778-846-5976

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

AMBLESIDE CHARACTER updated, 3 br 3 ba, hardwood $2900 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

DELBROOK 5 BR 4 ba, 2 kitchen 4 f/p, hardwood, decks $3000 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net Dble Garage & Off St. Prkg Hwd SS appls Never Rented!

Bring your extended family or University age kids? Could be 5 bd 2 bth with 2 kitchens for right fit! Great rental $3495 More Rentals on our site! www.manderrealestate.com Royal LePage Northshore Diana 604-657-4508

2034 MOUNTIAN HWY Large, immaculate, 3 level home. 3 baths and shows as new. $2695. N/S, N/Pets.

Lease & excellent references a must. (note: there is a small 2 BR suite on ground floor) Al Dodimead, ACD Realty 604 521-0311 view this & other properties @ www.acdrealty.com STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● NEW WEST- 1722-6th Av 2 bdrm HOUSE w/1 suite 2 f/p, Long term finance, lrg fenced yard...$1,288/M SURREY- 6297 - 134 St. Solid 5 Bdrm HOUSE w/2 bdrm suite on 1/4 acre with mtn views.. $1,688M CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M Call Kristen today (604)786-4663 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

WESTHILL LUXURIOUS Executive 4 BR 5 bath, pool $5995 604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

Office/Retail Rent

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

6595

Shared Accommodation North Vancouver

ROOM MATE to share 3 bdrm home shared laundry, near shop bus, Mar 1, $450, 604-929-9667

6600 • 6-year / 120,000km transferable Powertrain warranty coverage, with options to upgrade to comprehensive extended warranty.

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

Rates From As Low As

1.9

% OAC

Ask us for details Offer may change without notice.

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

Storage

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

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM, Ambleside completely reno’d, wd, steps to W. Van. Community Centre, NS, NP, $1200 incl utils & cable, Avail immed.

Call Paul 604-250-1333

1 BDRM Bsmt ste. on Grand Blvd, n/s, no pets, shared washer/ dryer, $850/mo incl. util. Avail. immed. Daytime: 604 733-9794.

Evening: 604 904-7610

NORTH SHORE Appliance Services At your place!

Call 604-307-2010

8030

1 BR suite, own entry, great view, Central Lonsdale, bus route, ns, np avail now $800, 778-834-1801 2 BR above ground, 1100 sf, Lynn Valley, own w/d, d/w, $1300, ns, pet ok, Mar 1. 604-984-2017

MID LONS. furn br’s, priv. home, wd, cable, utils incl. $480/$540 ns, np 604-980-8012

2002 Jaguar “X Type” 2.5 All Wheel Drive 4dr Sedan, auto, local, leather, sunroof, heated seats, only 49K, spotlessly kept. $12,850

Appliance Repairs

1 BDRM suite, bright 1200sf, np, ns, $885+utils, Nr. bus, L Valley & Lonsdale Apr 1, 604-807-5531

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

05 VOLVO XC90 T6. Exc cond, dealer serviced. Blue, beige leather, $19,995 604 506 2723

8015

5 BDRM Brtish Prpty city view, full reno new bath,kitchen &appl, flrs deck, $3500 ns. 604-435-3080

6595-45

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM bsmt ste, DEEP COVE, $800+$50.00 utils, suit quiet mature, ns, np, 604-929-6041.

DUNDARAVE OFFICE SPACE, Prime 417sq ft, $900 mth, avail May1st Pls call: 604-926-1010

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

6602

5 BDR, 4 Bth, 3000 sqft Lux home, Grousewoods, 6 stainless steel appl, central vacuum, granite countertops, maple cabinets, 2 car garage, Apr 14 or May 1, $3200/month util included, call 778-223-7844

6565

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

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

Houses - Rent

DEEP COVE seaside cottage 2 br f/p, new hardwood, large sundeck garage, ns $2375 604-929-5191

2003 VW Jetta 1.8L turbo, 4 dr, auto, well maintained, exc shape, gray, $6800. 604-980-7872

2001 JAGUAR S-Type 3.0 Black on white, Auto, 135km, Elegant car, $6,588. Tel: 778-322-3598

Wed to Sat 9am - 5pm 2004 Mercedes Benz C240 4Dr Sedan, auto/Tiptronic, local, only $13,850 56k, spotless.

Auto Miscellaneous

6540

HOME SERVICES

2 BR+ den priv garden ste, Mt Seymour 5 appl, prkg $1,375+1/3 util Mar 1, ns np, 604-904-9305 2 BR, ground floor ocean view On Grand Boulevard area. 5 appls, ns, np, $1450+utils 604-715-2084 2 BR+DEN DEEP COVE, New modern g/l ste. 750 sf. Own entry & w/d. Nr Cates Park, Mt Seymour, Cap U, bus. n/s n/p, $1200 util incl 604-341-2697 3 BDRM ste, bright, part furn, priv Seymour River estate, nature paradise, pet ok $1690+util. avail immediately. 778 239-7416.

Carpentry

PERFECT FITZ RENOS Home Services. repairs, decks, plumbing/electrical. Paint, renos. Marshall 604-312-4937 R.C.K. CONSTRUCTION Alterations, Renos & Decks.

Licensed, Insured 604-970-8110

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

3 BR, main flr. 2 baths, Plymouth Dr. new kitchen, share wd, deck, fp, back yard w/fruit trees, close to shops & schools, $1750, ns, np, now, 604-563-1778 or 365-5898

TOP NOTCH HOUSECLEANING Since 1972. Our customers & staff stay with us for years. For a free, inhome consultation call 604-329-5562

4 BR British Properties main flr, 2 bath, f/p, 5 appl, nr Sentinal school, prkg, storage, no pets. $2600 604-922-3499

WITH ALL life throws at you, who has time to clean? Call Merry Maids. 604-980-6100

LYNN VALLEY. 2 bdrm bsmt suite. 1000sq.ft. In suite laund, new and bright. Level entry. $1300. call Ken 604-230-1377 NORTH VAN. 2 BR, garden level, ½ house, new renos. Own ldry, new appl. 1,500 sf. N/s, n/p. $1,500/mo incl util. 778-773-0569

6605

Townhouses Rent

3 BR, 2.5 bath, nr Cap. Mall, garage, storage, gas fp, $2000 free gas, Apr 1, 604-987-7120 3 BR, 2.5 baths, Westview, fp, 5 appls, rec. facilities, prkg, np, ns, Apr 1. $1850. 604-921-4384

8058

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

8060 8073

TWIN LAKES ESTATES

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

6615

Wanted To Rent

'EMPTY NESTER' prof. couple looking for longterm house/condo North Shore for April 1st.

Non smokers, good references.

Contact lauriemartz@gmail.com

DRAINAGE & SEWER

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

604-973-0290 BASEMENT FLOODED? Call us to pump it out. Drainage repairs.

24/7 service 778-709-8265 Crown Roofing & Drainage Residental Div. Roofing installations & repairs. 604-327-3086

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

8075

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Drywall

Electrical

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

604-689-1747 pgr 604-686-2319 DNE ELECTRIC Lic #89267 ALL Your Electrical Needs.

Panel Upgrading. Reasonable Free Estimate 604-999-2332

Electrician Lic#95323, Bonded, Affordable Com/Res. No Job too small. 25 yrs exp. 604 727-2306 FCE ELECTRIC - All types of electrical work - new construction & maintenance 604-861-2647 ROUZ ELECTRIC #89724 Great rates, fast service, free est.

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

8087

Excavating

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

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

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

Hrly/Contract. Free Estimates.

8090

Fencing/Gates

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

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

8100

Fireplaces

COASTAL STONE MASONRY Fireplaces & retaining walls.

778-887-0020 www.coastal-stonescapes.com THE ROCK DOCTOR Quality installations of natural & cultured stone 604-312-7643

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

INSTALLATION REFINISHING, Sanding. Free est, great prices.

Satisfaction guar. 604-518-7508

8125

Gutters A GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICE

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

604-984-4147 ADANAC GUTTERS- Installation of continuous gutters, cleaning & repairs. Call ....604-676-1085 North Shore Gutters. Sales & Install 5’’ continuous gutter, minor repairs, cleaning. 604-988-5294

Need a Plumber?

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

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Drainage

LONSDALE

3 BR, w/d, d/w, hardwood, unfinished bsmt, near 2nd Narrows bridge, 2 prkg, $1675 + utils, now 604-433-0365, 604-319-0362

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

Concrete

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

3 Br. large $1720.

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

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

Computer Services

8080

ACME DRYWALL. Board, tape, mud. N. Shore 20 yr, avail immed Spraytext removal a specialty.

Kent 604-984-7171, 753-1116 AFFORDABLE, Reliable, Quality Guaranteed. Boarding, Taping, Spraytex.

Dave 604-984-7476 *Drywall * Taping * Texture * Stucco*Painting * Steel stud framing Quality Home 604-725-8925

Find one in the Home Services section

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HOME SERVICES 8130

Handyperson

Complete Home Maint./Repairs Certified Trained Pros.

For that small job.

Rates you can afford.

RJR Small Projects Division Part of RJR group

604-202-6118

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

2 EXP / reliable guys ready to help with your handyman / renovation needs. 778-840-4137

8160

Lawn & Garden

A.A. BEST PRO

GARDEN SERVICES LTD. Lawn Maintenance, General Clean-Up, Power Raking, Moss Control, Aerating.

Trim, Top, Prune.

All types of lawn & garden applications.

Free Est.

Call Sukh:

604-726-9152 604-984-1988

**$55 POWERWASHING, windows, gutters, roof leaks.Best rates. Free est. Doug 604-985-4604

Winter Services

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

SNOW REMOVAL

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

Same Day Service, Fully Insured

• Yard Clean-Ups • Pruning • Gutters • Landscaping

• Xmas Lights • Hedges • Rubbish Removal • Odd Jobs

PRECISION TOOLS, Handyman Service. Fix those nagging problems. Call Mike - 604-925-6381

8135

Hauling

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

8150

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

Superior Cove Tops & Cabinets

#3 - 8652 Joffre Ave, Burnaby

8155

310-JIMS (5467) BOOK A JOB AT

Landscaping

GREENWEST LANDSCAPE GROUP

604 549 0084 CONCRETE CONCRETE DESIGN DESIGN HARDSCAPES HARDSCAPES SOFTSCAPES SOFTSCAPES WOODWORK WOODWORK MASONRY MASONRY WCB INSURED WCB Insured FREE ESTIMATES Free Estimates

604 549 0084 www.greenwestgroup.ca

MOVING?

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

8185

Moving & Storage

AFFORDABLE MOVING

Seniors Discount

604-537-4140 www.affordablemoversbc.com

AFFORDABLE MOVING 1 to 3 Men

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

Binder:

MONTY J’S MOVING

Seniors Discount

www.affordablemoversbc.com

• Specialty in Moss Control • Aeration • Liming and Lawn Maint. • Pruning • Topping • General Cleaning

604-726-9213 604-984-1988

Performance Garden Service

LAWNCUTS Free Estimates

Graig 604-986-3463 A. A. Allwest Garden Service Lawn maint, general cleanup, power raking, moss control, etc.

CALL SUKH free est.

604-726-9213 or 604-984-1988

Serafina Garden Services Maintenance, design, organic reassonable rates. 604-984-4433 GREEN PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Hedge trimming, tree pruning, yard maintenance, removal, Mike 983-3586 JAPANESE GARDENER Landscape & maintenance, clean-ups, trimming.

Reas, free est, 25 yrs exp 604-986-8126 Ny Ton Gardening yard & lawn maint. trimming, shrubs, hedging, power raking etc. 604-782-5288

8175

Masonry

THE ROCK DOCTOR

Ask us about our

Winter Specials!

www.MontyJsMoving.com

Call 604-710-5253

MOVERS.CA

604.980.MOVE (6683)

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

8193

Oil Tank Removal

ALL-PRO OIL TANK REMOVAL

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

778-223-8265

SPECIAL WASTE SERVICES Pumping & Disposal Tank Detection Services Tank Removals Environmental Clean-up Flooded Basements 778-709-8265 604-227-1318

STORMWORKS

● Oil Tank Removal ● Recommended ● Insured ● Reasonable Rates

Natural & Cultured Stone New & Repairs North Shore based

604-312-7643

www.rockdoctorstonework.com

ARCADIA STONEWORK bricks, blocks, natural, cultured & paving stones. Alex - 778-895-6170

Call 604-630-3300 to place your ad

Moving out?

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

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

Check the Rental Section

604-987-7325

Tried & True Since 1902

• 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 www.crownresidentialroofing.com

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

15%

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 BAMFORD CONSTRUCTION Ltd. Quality Renos & Repairs.

604-986-2871 www.bamford.ca PCM Construction & Maintenance Water Ingress/Mould?

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

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

Complete HOME Renovations Kitchens & Bathrooms Greg • 604-818-0165

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

DIMAN DEVELOPMENTS.

604-729-6695

Renovations & Construction.

Mano, 604-990-1671/230-7970 www.dimandevelopments.com

PLUMBERS

8225

Power Washing

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

BUY T SELLIT FINDIT I

BUY T SELLIT FINDIT BUY SELL FIND I IT IT IT

A L L JU N K ?

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

604-537-8523

#1 TRAILER TRASH BOYS

15% OFF • Flat Roofing 604-929-7133 • Flat Roofing • Cedar Shakes • Cedar Shingles Shakes • Asphalt • Asphalt Shingles • Roof Maintenance • Roof Maintenance

604-929-7133 604-973-0290 #1 Roofing Company in BC All types of Roofing Over 35 Years in Business Call now for Free Estimates

604-588-0833

SALES@ PATTARGROUP.COM

WWW.PATTARGROUP.COM

All Season Roofing

Re-Roofing & Repairs Specialists

604-591-3500

QUADRO CONSTRUCTION Additions & Reno’s. Over 20 yrs exp. Free Est. • 604-323-6193

THE BUY T SELL T FIND T IN I CLASSIFIEDS I I

BUY T SELLIT FINDIT I

604-512-7471

20 YEARS IN BUSINESS

MATCO DESIGN - Renovations

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

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

Loads from $30 each Please call David

Yes, we Remove & Recycle Anything

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

Save Your Dollars Bath * Kitchen * Suites & More RENORITE.COM 604-781-7695

Rubbish Removal

(if booked before Feb. 15/10)

20 year Labour Warranty available

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

8255

25 YEARS INOFF BUSINESS

MASOULEH BUILDERS CO New Construction Renovations Best Rates Qlty 778-847-6150 *Additions*Quality Work *Ref’s 604-720-1564 matco@telus.net

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

Roofing

604-973-0290 Don’t Miss This One!

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

DELBROOK

8250

LONSDALE ROOFING

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

Lic Gas Fitter, Aman. 778-895-2005

PLUMBING & DRAINAGE

Roofing

RESIDENTIAL DIVISION LTD.

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

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

604-724-3670

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

604-299-5831 – Cell 604-833-7529 A CLEAN PAINT JOB. Quality 1 room from $127. Int-ext, WCB 22 yrs exp. Cell: 604-727-2700

Complete HOME Renovations Commercial & Residential Greg • 604-818-0165

604-537-4140

Trim, Top, Prune.

All types of lawn & garden applications.

General Clean-Up. Call Sukh: Free Est.

• Pressure Washing • Small Repairs

Licenced & Insured Local & Long Distance

FREE ESTIMATES

8250

Roofing

WESTCOAST ROOFING SYSTEMS

Interior - Exterior - Strata -

45

We accept Visa, Mastercard & Interac

8250

RICKY DEWAN PAINTING

BRUSH, ROLL, SPRAY. Serving the North Shore 28 years.

Shoreline Painters 604-986-2453

A.All Area Gardening Service

A.A. BEST PRO

Painting/ Wallpaper

1 to 3 Men

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

FREE ESTIMATES

604-926-1526 604-726-9153

8195

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

www.jimsmowing.ca

GARDEN SERVICES LTD.

Kitchens/Baths

Home Services

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

COVE RENOVATIONS flooring tile, drywall, painting, finishing 604-454-7978 cove-renos.com HANDYMAN SERVICES: European trained carpenter.

Call Chase, 778-828-0285

8180

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.

8300

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

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

604-725-8925

8310

Top Soil

Fraser Richmond SOI L & FIBRE

Compost, Mulch and Soil Blends • Soil Ammender • Garden & Turf Blends • Top Dressings Pickup or Delivery 20 Riverside Dr. • 604-924-0261 (Beside Transfer Stn.)

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) Advantage Building Maintenance: •Roof •Chimney •Skylight Repairs •FREE Estimate 604-802-1918

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

Ins & cert. arborist 604-987-8500

CURTIS JOHN ROOFING (since 1978) Roof tune-up from $149.

24 hr repair. 604-985-1913

A.ALL AREA TREE SERVICE Moss control, aeration, liming and lawn maint. 604-926-1526 /604-726-9153

LONSDALE ROOFING Flat Roof, Cedar, Asphalt 15% OFF! (604) 973-0290 New Canadian Roofing Ltd. All types of roofing, over 15 yrs exp. Reasonable rates.

WCB, Insured 604-716-8528 ROOFING REPAIRS 604-988-0279 All types, Guaranteed. 34 yrs exp.

Call John (cell 604-375-0979)

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

8335

Window Cleaning

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

HOME SERVICES Find the professionals you need to create the perfect renovation.

To advertise call 604-630-3300

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