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WV candidates divided on Woodfibre LNG Issue pits environmental concerns against possible economic boost JANE SEYD jseyd@nsnews.com

Federal candidates in the West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea-to-Sky riding are split on whether building a liquefied natural gas plant at the former Woodfibre pulp mill site on Howe Sound is a good idea or not.

Two oppose the project, one supports it and one says she can’t make up her mind until environmental and marine safety assessments are overhauled.

Woodfibre Natural Gas Ltd. – owned by Pacific Oil and Gas – wants to liquefy and export 2.1 million tonnes of LNG per year. The

VOTE 2015 $1.8-billion facility would ship 40 double-hulled tankers to Asia each year.

The issue has pit residents throughout the Howe Sound corridor who question possible environmental impacts and safety risks against others who see the project providing jobs and a needed economic boost.

Last year, when West See LNG page 3

Backyard chickens home to roost in WV MARIA SPITALE-LEISK mspitale-leisk@nsnews.com

Seven year later the hens have come home to roost in West Vancouver.

The municipality’s ban on backyard chickens has been rescinded with council voting unanimously on Monday in favour of the fowls.

Some feathers were ruffled in 2008 when West Vancouver banished the chickens, after a century of

allowing residents to keep them, because of concerns they were attracting large wildlife to backyards.

Council started reconsidering the chicken coops last November after hearing from a group of residents that included plucky 11-yearold Gleneagles elementary student Kaylee Whittaker, who spoke about her dream See Hens page 5

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West Van students quiz candidates

Politicians pressed for their views on transportation, pot and niqabs

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BRENT RICHTER brichter@nsnews.com

Some of West Vancouver’s would-be MPs interrupted their white-knuckled sprint to Oct. 19, Wednesday, to spend an hour talking politics with people who could not possibly vote for them.

The candidates took a break from their usual campaigns to address a crowd of 200 Grade 4 to 7 students at école Pauline Johnson elementary in Dundarave Wednesday.

The event was organized by the Pauline Johnson parent advisory committee using curriculum provided

by Civix Canada, but the students were in the driver’s seat, moderating the debate.

The four questions they opted to ask, which were voted on by the student body, weren’t so different from the ones seasoned journalists like to ask: What are the parties’ plans for transportation and pollution? Why are you

Grade 4 to 7 students at école Pauline Johnson elementary in West Vancouver listen in as politicians pitch their platforms at an all-candidates meeting directed at kids on Wednesday. PHOTO MIKE WAKEFELD running? What is your party’s stance on legalizing marijuana? And….

“With all the issues in our country, like the environment, housing and the economy, why are the parties focussing so much on the niqab issue?”

“Good question!” blurted out one of the adults gathered at the back of the room.

The candidates were then free to respond with their mostly familiar speeches. While Liberal Pamela Goldsmith-Jones

and Conservative John Weston tailored their responses to the younger audience, often speaking on basic civics or Canadian history, Green Party candidate Ken Melamed was clearly using the same speaking notes he uses

at typical all-candidates meetings.

“I’m seeking your support,” he said, before stopping himself. “I’m not seeking your support.

I’m seeking your parents’ See Kids page 11

LNG good for global environment: Weston From page 1

Vancouver municipal council voted to call for a ban on LNG tankers in Howe Sound, Conservative MP John Weston chastised local politicians for taking that stand before hearing from the company.

Weston stands behind that, saying it was wrong for West Vancouver to try to tell authorities what to do without hearing from scientists and engineers, who he says are in the best position to judge the project.

Weston has come out in favour of the project, as long as it meets requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act process.

“I support LNG as an industry,” he said. “It offers great prospects for the environment and the economy.”

“I’m for projects that add value, generate government revenue and create new jobs, especially for young

people,” said Weston, “especially for communities in our riding that are struggling economically.”

Weston said the Conservatives have promised to support the B.C. government in developing the LNG industry.

He added LNG is good for the global environment.

If exported LNG means one coal-fired plant is taken off the market in China “it’s like removing 500,000 cars from the road,” he said.

Weston criticized those opposing the project as being “stop agents.

They say no to economic development in the guise of environmental stewardship,” he said.

“I think that’s a mistake and I disagree with that approach.”

Both Green candidate Ken Melamed and NDP candidate Larry Koopman are opposed to the project.

Melamed said he attended many public open

houses on the project and didn’t hear any support from residents. “The job of an MP is to represent constituents,” he said, adding he sees “no social licence” for the project.

Melamed said he has additional concerns about the possible environmental impacts of the proposed seawater cooling system, the impact on the ecosystem of Howe Sound in general and about hydraulic fracking that allows extraction of the natural gas to begin with.

Melamed added the collapse of LNG prices worldwide means there’s little economic benefit to the project. “The world market on LNG is so low and Canada is so late to the game,” he said. “Nobody’s talking about LNG revenues anymore.”

Many of the same concerns are shared by NDP candidate Larry Koopman. Koopman said he was among a group of people on the Sunshine

Coast who opposed an LNG plant there in the 1990s. “One of the things I’m really concerned about is the re-industrialization of Howe Sound,” he said, adding it’s taken 30 years to clean up past industrial pollution.

Koopman said he’s concerned about possible environmental impacts, which could hurt a growing “world-class tourism industry” around Howe Sound.

Koopman added he also doesn’t believe the site of the proposed plant is safe, according to international standards. “You can’t put an LNG plant in a long, narrow, heavily used waterway,” he said.

Pam Goldsmith-Jones, Liberal candidate for the riding, points to problems in the process for assessing the Woodfibre LNG project.

Goldsmith-Jones said she can’t say if she’s in favour or opposed to the project until assessment processes

are fixed.

“I really do believe that this government has shattered the public faith in the environmental review process,” she said. “We need to do an immediate audit of the environmental legislation that’s been gutted over the course of a decade before we can entertain any proposal.”

Marine safety standards that would govern tanker traffic in Howe Sound are also inadequate, said Goldsmith-Jones.

“This government has set out to dismantle legislation that it views as impeding pipeline development,” she said.

Goldsmith-Jones said she also wants to see a full accounting of the economic benefits the project would provide – both to the local community and to the province. “I think that’s a fair question,” she said.

“Not all projects are going to be providing the same upside financially.”

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Listen up. This election thing on Oct. 19 that everyone’s yammering on about is about to get real.

If you haven’t received your voter information card in the mail yet, your last day to register and request one by mail from Elections Canada is Oct. 12.

If you miss that deadline or you feel that’s leaving it too close for your liking, you can still register online at elections.ca or register in person at an Elections Canada office.

Make sure to check the personal details on your VIC to ensure they are correct.

Each riding has its own Elections Canada office. West VancouverSunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country’s elections office is at 959 Park Royal South. North Vancouver’s is at 126 15th St. East, Suite 124 (in the North Shore News’ building) and Burnaby North-Seymour’s is at Brentwood Mall, 4567 Lougheed Hwy, Suite 223.

On election day, your polling station will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You can vote at your polling station in advanced polls until Monday, Oct. 12.

You can also vote by special ballot up until 6 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 13 at an Elections Canada office.

Polling stations are different for each neighbourhood and, unlike in the B.C. provincial elections where voters can vote at any polling station, in the federal election voters must go to the polling location that has been assigned to them. To determine which polling station is yours, visit elections.ca.

When it comes to casting your ballot, bring your VIC as well as government identification that includes your photo, name and current address.

That may be a driver’s licence or provincial ID card.

Voters can call their local Elections Canada office as well or call the toll-free national line at 1-800-463-6868 with any questions.

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Hens still banned in DNV From page 1 to raise backyard chickens.

The youth engagement factor weighed heavily in the councillors’ decision to reverse the chicken ban Monday night.

“It’s educational, not only that – you know, I’d rather have a kid playing with the chicken than a cellphone quite frankly,” said Coun. Bill Soprovich.

Coun. Craig Cameron, adding to Soprovich’s sentiments about the benefits of introducing children to urban chicken cultivation, said there were youngsters willingly waiting for an hour to see some small barnyard animals at PumpkinFest last weekend.

“And why was that so popular? Because kids really enjoy … connecting with animals ... and watching them and interacting with them,” said Cameron.

West Vancouver undertook a public consultation this past spring, to gauge interest in backyard chicken coops, that included an online survey and open house.

There were 142 surveys completed. Asked if personally they would

Horseshoe Bay resident Kaylee Whittaker, seen here with her favourite stuffy Shelley, urged council last November to allow backyard chicken coops again. PHOTO PAUL MCGRATH be interested in keeping backyard chickens, 49.6 per cent of survey respondents, or 69 people, said yes. Meanwhile, 60 per cent of West Vancouver residents polled said they are in favour of having chicken coops in their neighbourhood.

Food security and environmental sustainability topped the list of backyard chickens

benefits that respondents were polled on.

The potential to attract wildlife and rodents were the biggest concerns to respondents. Last year the North Shore Black Bear Network reversed its stance on backyard chicken coops attracting the burly animals.

West Vancouver staff also looked at urban chicken husbandry

models in neighbouring municipalities.

Since the chickens came home to roost in North Vancouver city in 2012, five coops have been spotted. North Vancouver district, however, does not allow the keeping of chickens.

In the City of Vancouver, where there are 600,000 residents, a total of 218 households have registered hens.

Extrapolating those statistics, Coun. Nora Gambioli abated any fears about chickens ruling the roost in West Vancouver, while reiterating no roosters would be allowed due to noise concerns.

“So we’re not talking about everyone getting chickens, we are actually talking about a handful of people who would be allowed to have hens essentially as pets and benefit from their egg production,” said Gambioli.

As the motion reads, staff will report back to council with drafted bylaws to regulate the keeping of chickens in a “safe, humane and sanitary manner that is sensitive to the needs of neighbouring properties.”

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his week we learned about a troubled girl who committed suicide just a day after “aging out” of B.C.’s beleaguered child welfare system.

It was the latest in a string of tragic cases, including an 18-year-old Abbotsford youth who jumped or fell to his death while living in a hotel, in violation of ministry policy. There was the overdose death of 19-year-old Paige, who died after being shunted countless times around the foster care system.

Each one of them has resulted in a political response pledging to get to the bottom of the problem.

Yet according to child advocate Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond, the situation in B.C.’s child and welfare system is getting worse rather than better.

The system is chronically under-staffed

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and under-funded. Turpel-Lafond has called on the government to immediately hire 200 more front-line workers and we agree.

So far, however, the province has resisted, which perhaps isn’t surprising.

The current government wasn’t elected on a promise of creating a more humane child welfare system.

As the minister points out, it is difficult work and there are frequently not easy answers. But providing the necessary resources so that social workers can meet their own basic standards of care should surely be among those.

The chronic underfunding of the system is a very real-life example of government priorities in action and it’s these kids who are paying the price. Unless we too put pressure on the province to make changes, we are all complicit.

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Be wary of wily Homus Evictus

Dear Editor: Coming soon to a neighbourhood near you: a fall migration of urban wildlife. Our area appears to have lately acquired a few new forms.

They are a subspecies of urban bottom feeder known as Tranquilus Interruptum.

The first one, Homus Evictus, can be seen near any of the areas in North Vancouver within the proposed new “Heartless Neighbourhood Centres.” He usually surfaces in a BMW, then forages around property lines while making copious notes on a clipboard and finally rings

the bell or raps on the door to ask if you wish to sell your house. The aim of this wily hunter (also known as Ratus Assemblyum) is to purchase, destroy and redevelop the area. The method used to achieve this is one in which the prey actually joins the hunt. Each homeowner is offered large sums of money, provided all the others in the area sign on board. In this way, neighbour is pitted against neighbour and those who would thwart this purpose are gradually eliminated by their own kind. He (or she – for the female of the species is also an avid hunter)

should be approached warily, if at all.

The second new arrival is Politicus Inquirus, and is relatively harmless (if somewhat annoying). He, or she uses a similar approach, but merely wishes to influence your vote in the upcoming election and can be safely ignored if accidental contact occurs. Any damage done by this species can usually be reversed in a few years, whereas the effects of a successful hunt by Homus Evictus is totally permanent.

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Empty chair betrays principles of representative government Dear Editor: Is it possible that the empty chair could win?

On Monday (Sept. 28) I attended an allcandidates town hall meeting at SFU, focusing on climate change and the economy. Mike Little, the Conservative candidate for Burnaby North-Seymour, did not attend.

In fact, to date, I understand Mr. Little has failed to appear at five all-candidates debates.

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Newspaper coverage of other ridings suggests our experience in Burnaby North-Seymour is not unique. Conservative candidates are not showing up.

What kind of dictate has Mr. Harper issued that denies his candidates an opportunity to speak to their constituents?

What is the message of the empty chair?

Canadians must take the ruling party to task on their failure to participate in all-candidates

meetings.

Their absence suggests a fundamental betrayal of the principles of representative government and disdain for the people to whom they owe their power.

At a very human, grassroots level, the Conservatives offer us no ears to hear and no voices to speak to the concerns of Canadians.

Arlene Anderson North Vancouver

“They weren’t dope fiends and monsters.”

North Vancouver district Coun. Doug MacKay-Dunn advocating for an addictions recovery house (from an Oct. 7 news story).

“None of our (owners) are in it to make money.”

North Van Wolf Pack CEO Dean Samson explaining why he invested in a junior B hockey team (from an Oct. 4 Focus story).

“I won’t have enough days in my life to thank everyone that helped her.”

Alicia Pekala, mother of ballerina Lucila Munaretto, expressing her gratitude for the people who helped save her daughter’s life after a road accident (from an Oct. 4 news story).

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Stereotyping voters doesn’t help political process PARMIDA ESMAEILPOUR Contributing writer

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Seven candidates, four parties, two ridings.

This is what faced me on stage Sept. 26 at an all-candidates-meeting I helped organize, which hosted candidates from the West and North Vancouver electoral districts and catered specifically to the Iranian community.

As a newly 19-yearold female, immigrant, first-time voter and student (of political science), I represented many marginalized demographics, which would theoretically galvanize me to vote.

However, much like most of my age group, I was indifferent, both to the election, and even more to the all-candidates meeting.

In fact, I was practically dragged to it.

My reluctance was rooted in my experience with previous meetings and debates, wherein I had witnessed high-profile

community members altruistically surrendering their weekends to set up chairs, tables, microphones and cups of water, banners and posters, only to be met with rooms filled at a fraction of capacity.

Apathy, indifference, and civic aversion seemed to always prevail.

But the optimism and commitment of these community organizers were unperturbed. This annoyed me even more.

Meeting after meeting, in assorted constituencies, at varied times of day and different days of the week, turnout was disappointing – how could anyone not become disillusioned?

This disillusionment happened long before I reached voting age. I had actively volunteered, canvassing, making calls and organizing events since I was 12. I loved politics, the observable phenomena, but not politics, the

activity.

On Sept. 26, insufficiently caffeinated and visibly irritated, I showed up to this particular meeting. The ritual began: unstacking chairs, moving tables and erecting banners. The only highlight of that day seemed to be my evening, which I had set aside to write a bitter harangue on electoral apathy. Much to my surprise, the meeting quickly filled up, with not a single seat left empty.

Great news for democracy.

Bad news for me.

I was selfishly disappointed that I had lost the empirical basis for my intended critique of the Iranian-Canadian community – although a heterogeneous group, all of whom, despite having left an undemocratic regime for a democratic one, had distanced themselves from civic responsibility. Our community had long been

characterized by skepticism of government efficacy.

But with every seat filled, and each seat rabidly filling out comment cards with their questions, it was hard to accuse my community of apathy. I had no choice but to re-evaluate the situation. Which meant reevaluating the assumptions I held about my own community.

It was only until this past Wednesday when I was on a CBC radio panel discussing low youth voter turnout when I pieced my views back together. On the panel, I expressed my resentment of political parties addressing youth with bright pamphlets and unintimidating diction. I was appalled that “youthfulness” was conflated with “ignorance,” necessitating that political platforms be dumbed down and essentialized before being communicated to my demographic.

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day from the Liberal Party of Canada titled “Electoral Reform. Youth Jobs.

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Transit.” It read to me: “Hey, you unemployed, pot-smoking, bus-riding kiddo with the short attention span! Vote for us.”

I didn’t find fault with any of the specific policies outlined in the email. I found fault with the demographic factionalization that the email contributed to. And I realized it had done exactly what I had tried to do merely days ago with my community.

Obviously, political issues affect certain demographics disparately – I don’t care about my pension just yet, and I don’t think my grandmother cares how much tuition I’m paying – but a party that intends to lead a country should be able to speak to the whole country without factionalizing us into caricatures of our demographics.

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OPEN THE DOOR TO OPPORTUNITY West Vancouver Schools are among the top performing schools in the province, recognized for excellence across Canada and internationally. On October 15 at 8 am, we will be accepting online applications for Early French Immersion for the 2016-2017 school year at: www.westvancouverschools.ca/admissions/apply-now To complete the application process, please submit original citizenship and residency documentation* in person to the office of your first choice school, either École Cedardale or École Pauline Johnson.

Due to strong demand for this program of choice, WVS will conduct a lottery for the program in December. Applicants will be entered into both lotteries if both schools are selected as priority choices. École Pauline Johnson opened in 1922, and is nicknamed “La Grande Dame” or “The Great Lady” for its classic architecture and charm. École Cedardale is an International Baccalaureate (IB) candidate school, working toward authorization as an IB World School offering the French Immersion Primary Years Programme (PYP).

All documentation MUST be received before 3pm on November 30, 2015 or the application will not be included in the lottery process.

BRIGHT FUTURES BEGIN IN KINDERGARTEN At West Vancouver Schools, the focus is on who you are and who you want to become. Inspiring a sense of discovery begins on day one, and continues through graduation and beyond.

Kindergarten applications for the 2016-2017 academic year open online on October 15 at 8 am at: www.westvancouverschools.ca/admissions/apply-now.

Kindergarten applications are open to any family residing inside or outside the district. At this time, applications will also be open to in-catchment students in Grades 1-12 for September 2016 entry. * When can my child start Kindergarten?

Children may begin Kindergarten in September of the calendar year in which they turn five years old (born in 2011 for September 2016 entry).

All student applications After submitting an online application, please submit original documentation of required citizenship and residency in person to the office of your first choice school. * Current students do not need to re-apply unless they wish to transfer schools.

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Promoted the benefits of Seaspan’s shipyard for a $3.3 billion contract with the Federal Government; supported a proposal for investment in the Catalyst pulp mill; worked tirelessly to push for the inclusion of BC Tourism recommendations in the Federal Budget; developed a plan with initial funding to create a Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Pacific Salmon at the West Vancouver Fisheries and Oceans laboratory.

Combating Crystal Meth & Ecstasy; combating obesity and rising healthcare costs. Three more bills are in process: dealing with abandoned vessels; combating misuse of prescription drugs; and supporting addiction recovery.

Flies Economy regularly and carefully manages office resources.

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2 PROMOTING OUR FISHERIES & ENVIRONMENT

Successfully advocated for over $4 million of federal investment in the Fisheries and Oceans Laboratory in West Vancouver and the Pacific Salmon Foundation.

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Refused to support the Sliammon Treaty as it placed Sliammon law above Canadian law; supported an Opposition Bill on abandoned vessels.

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Council gives Ambleside BIA its stamp of approval Property owners would have 30 days to oppose plan MARIA SPITALE-LEISK mspitale-leisk@nsnews.com

West Vancouver council unanimously agrees that Ambleside, Hollyburn and Dundarave shop owners should pool their marketing budgets and merge into one business improvement area.

A steady stream of veteran West Vancouver business owners and landlords spoke before council Monday evening, pleading for the establishment of a BIA in the listless commercial hub.

The most impassioned plea came from Kate Billington, who coowns The Bakehouse in Dundarave.

“We need this (BIA) to help us,” said Billington. “We are all small businesses fighting together. We are trying

to keep our doors open against large giants that all reside in Park Royal.”

Members of the Ambleside & Dundarave Business Improvement Association have been working on a BIA proposal for two years now and officially made the pitch to council in July.

On Monday, council voted to send the BIA bid to a reverse referendum of sorts, in which the BIA will be established unless more than 50 per cent of the property owners representing more than 50 per cent of the assessed value register opposition to the plan within 30 days.

“This is the right solution for the right place at the right time and I think enough talk — let’s get on with it,” said Coun.

Michael Lewis.

Under the BIA bylaw, all commercial property owners within a defined geographical area pay an annual levy based on the assessed value of their property.

A BIA is a non-profit association run by an

elected mix of business people in the designated area who advocate for area improvements ranging from beautification projects to municipal bylaw changes.

There are 21 BIAs in the City of Vancouver, and, if approved, this would be the first one on the North Shore.

Ambleside & Dundarave Business Improvement Association director Gordon Holley said the money collected also goes towards hiring full-time staff, marketing the area locally, regionally and in tourist markets, and developing strategies to promote the businesses at established community events.

Organizers are hoping to have the BIA off the ground in January, and are seeking a 10-year term and a budget (BIA levy amount) of $500,000 for the first year and a maximum funding amount of $5.6 million over the decade.

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So far, 90 per cent of 84 area business owners informally polled said a BIA would be appropriate for Dundarave and Ambleside.

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Kids to hold parallel vote From page 3 support,” he added, drawing some light laughter from the crowd.

Goldsmith-Jones graduated from Pauline Johnson, as did her mother, and Weston said his three kids were also students there before the family moved to Ottawa.

The event, which was aimed at planting the seeds of democratic engagement at a young age, was a success according to PAC member Eileen Huster.

“Some of us in the PAC really want our kids to become more knowledgeable and to

demographic voted last time around, something the kids blame on plain old ignorance.

“I think maybe they’re afraid they’ll make a wrong decision. Or they didn’t know who to vote for, or they thought they didn’t get their facts right.

They’re afraid,” said Parnian Ashraff.

“And maybe they didn’t agree with the system,” added Tahea Masselink.

The students will still have a chance to have their say. Schools participating in the program will hold a parallel election on Oct. 19.

All said their parents are actively talking about

the election, but the pre-teens hadn’t had much involvement in the campaign so far outside of class.

“My sister went doorto-door for the Liberals but she did that because it looked good on her resumé for university,” said Samia Trottier.

Though it would hardly meet the statistical rigour expected of a riding level poll, the half-dozen students interviewed by the North Shore News indicated a neck-and-neck race between the Liberals and Conservatives, not so far off from what the professional pollsters are saying.

themselves and what they can do for seniors. There will be a short questionand-answer period. 604998-3460 mwiedmann@ cnv.org

in the North Vancouver riding on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 7-9 p.m. at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd. 604-9885594

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start learning at this young age what all this talk is about. It’s bad enough trying to get parents and adults in politics but if you don’t start getting (the kids) involved at a young age and having them understand how the process works, they’ll become millennials who don’t care,” she said.

Most of the kids won’t be able to vote until the 2020 general election, but a small scrum of students interviewed by the North Shore News outside the event said they’d be ready when their first voter information card arrives.

Less than 40 per cent of voters in the 18 to 24

All-candidates meetings NORTH VANCOUVER CITY LIBRARY’S SENIORS’ GATHERING will host an all-candidates meeting Tuesday, Oct. 13, 10-11:30 a.m. at 120 West 14th St., North Vancouver. Meet the candidates from both North Vancouver ridings as they talk about

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The next section of the Green Necklace trail system is being planned along East Keith Road, from St. Andrews to Grand Boulevard and north to 19th St.

Built in 2001, Jack Loucks Court is a small urban park. It’s become overgrown and needs improvements. Attend the Open House to learn more, tell us how you use the space, and provide input on planned improvements.

Attend the Open House at Ridgeway Elementary School, October 20, to review an initial concept design and share your thoughts and ideas with us.

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Nora and Karl Stittgen, featured artist Representatives of the Ferry Building Gallery hosted an opening reception for their latest show, Song of the Earth, featuring 30 sculptural hand-built stoneware vessels by Karl Stittgen, Oct. 1. The former West Vancouver resident, and jewelry designer and store owner currently resides on Pender Island where nature inspires his current works in clay. The exhibition was guest curated by Diana Becker and will remain on display until Oct. 18. ferrybuildinggallery.com

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Local participants ascend the Grouse Grind in the Sept. 27 Mount Kilimanjaro Grouse Grind for Alzheimer’s, intended to raise funds and awareness for the Alzheimer Society of B.C. See more photos at nsnews.com/living/ health-wellness.

Those behind the North Shore’s involvement in this year’s national Homelessness Action Week, running Oct. 12 through 17, are encouraging community members to participate, either by attending, volunteering or donating, in addition to making a concerted effort to educate themselves about local housing and poverty issues, and taking action wherever possible to contribute to positive change.

In North and West Vancouver, Homelessness Action Week is led by members of the North Shore Homelessness Task Force, a collaboration of a variety of community stakeholders, including service organizations, the three North Shore municipalities, Vancouver Coastal Health, police departments, libraries, recreation centres, faith communities as well as interested community members.

The task force works to address the root causes of homelessness as well as ensure adequate housing and support services are available.

North Shore Homelessness Action Week events and initiatives are focused on raising awareness of local issues, connecting those who are homeless or at-risk with needed resources, and providing a space for residents to engage in meaningful conversation focused on fighting

North Shore Homelessness Task Force volunteers Theresa Sheils and son Carson, 3, spread the word about a Winter Sock Drive, on now, at Harry Jerome Community Centre, where a donation bin is set up. PHOTO PAUL MCGRATH the problem. “This year, as we look around at (the North Shore) and all the development that’s happening, you’ll notice a lot of the older, lower rent buildings are coming down. Our concern as the task force is really about where does it put these folks who are going to have a really hard time affording newer developed properties? And so we are definitely working collaboratively with all levels of government to try to say, ‘OK,

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A number of events and initiatives are being presented next week and the task force is extending an open invitation to those who are homeless or at-risk, as well as community members at large. “Maybe it’s an opportunity to meet your neighbours who might not be as well off as you are,” says Henshaw.

Community members are also encouraged to

contact her to volunteer, as well as make donations to the related Winter Sock Drive, on now, intended to fill an important need as the temperature drops and the wet weather sets in, making clean, dry and warm socks and shoes crucial in the prevention of foot problems among those living outside.

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BURNABY NORTH – SEYMOUR

Election 2015 2015 VOTE Federal Federal Election

Terry Beech Liberal

Carol Baird Ellan New Democratic

Name Party

Helen Hee Soon Chang Independent

Mike Little Conservative

Brent Jantzen Communist

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Yes, Riverside Drive.

Yes.

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What do you promise to do for your riding if elected?

I will be a strong voice for environmental protection; accessible and affordable education, housing, transit, childcare and health care for everyday people and families; and a strong advocate for rights and freedoms, justice, fairness, and a government that listens to people. I will fight for good jobs with pensions and benefits.

I pledge to be a true representative, to continue to work hard everyday, and to make decisions based on the best data available. I’ve got the energy and experience to make a real difference, and a reputation for getting the job done. You can call me anytime and expect results.

I will implement a hate crime statistics act that is a preliminary step for installing a standardized hate crime reporting system. This will make our first-line workers of the criminal justice system legally responsible for reporting hate crime happening in their jurisdiction to the federal government.

I will work to achieve better universal social programs, to benefit working people in Burnaby North-Seymour; fight to protect the riding from the expansion of corporate-driven energy export projects, and oppose the TPP and other “trade deals” threatening the future of our country and the people of our riding.

If elected I will fight to protect all that we have achieved over the last 10 years and ensure the federal government continues to invest in improving the quality of life in our community.

Together we can continue to build a safe, prosperous and livable community that we can all be proud of.

Kinder Morgan pipeline expansion plan: Do you support it?

No. I will fight for the people of this riding to prevent Harper from ramming this through.

The NDP requires that future energy projects comply with a national sustainable energy plan with strict standards for carbon emissions, community acceptance, safety and environmental protection.

My wife and I have a home on the KM pipeline. Job creation and economic growth must be sustainable and renewable. We will revise the National Energy Board process to make it fair and objective. Major energy projects (Including KM) must receive community and First Nations support to go ahead.

From the beginning, the process was not transparent.

Furthermore, there will be around 20 permanent jobs after the project is completed.

We need to explore other sustainable energy sources such as geothermal heating and cooling.

The party opposes the extraction and export of the Alberta tar sands. We are against all plans to push the fossil fuel export strategy, including KM expansion, and tanker traffic.

Instead, we call to shut down the tar sands, and to nationalize energy resources as part of a strategy to rebuild the Canadian manufacturing sector.

Unlike the other candidates we will not prejudge the outcome of the review process before it is completed. The current National Energy Board review with over 1,200 participants including 400 intervenors is the most thorough review in the 50 plus year history of the Board; we will wait until the final conditions to comment.

What is the most pressing issue facing the Canadian economy and how will your party address it?

The Liberals & Conservatives cut health care, pensions, education, jobs, employment, housing, veterans’ benefits, humanitarian aid; giving tax breaks to banks and big oil.

NDP will raise big corp tax rates; kickstart the economy with lower small business tax & innovation incentives; create jobs; provide $15/hr childcare.

A lack of growth, leadership and honesty. We can do better. We have a 3-point plan focused on making a real, positive difference in your life. We will invest to create jobs. We will grow the middle class. We will fix transit and commute times on the North Shore.

According to Statistics Canada, Canadians’ household debt service ratio points to 14.07% in the second quarter.

Also, Prime Minister Steven Harper has added $122 billion to federal debt in the last 10 years. This reckless spending should be controlled. More jobs should be created for young people.

Nearly 1.5 million Canadians are unemployed, and millions more can only find temporary work. The focus of federal economic policy should be to create jobs through construction of low-income housing units, expansion of social programs, and value-added processing of raw materials and resources in Canada.

Our party is the only one with a plan that will grow the economy, balance the budget, and not raise taxes. As the economy remains in a period of instability now is not the time to run large deficits or raise taxes on small business.

Independent economists estimate our opponent’s tax hikes will cause a 250,000 job loss.

What is your position on reforming Canada’s marijuana laws?

We will immediately decriminalize personal use through legislative amendment which is not dependent upon provinces. Personal use should not carry a criminal record. For supply and distribution we will convene a public commission to determine the optimal regulatory regime from a social, health and welfare perspective.

Stephen Harper’s status quo is unacceptable. Canada has the highest teen drug use in the developed world, and the current system funds criminal organizations, gun violence and street crime. We will work with the RCMP, experts and the local community to regulate marijuana and keep our community safe.

I support regulating marijuana with strict conditions. We cannot legalize it until everything is known, including its side effects.

Legislation on drug use should be based on the principle of harm reduction rather than criminalization. The “war on drugs” has been a costly failure, and should be replaced by policies which can help to improve public health.

Unlike the Liberal Party we do not support the legalization of marijuana. We believe the brightest future for our children is one that is drug free.

What is the most pressing issue facing Canadian seniors and how will your party address it?

The Harper government has made it more difficult for seniors to retire, to find housing and health care. The NDP will restore the Old Age Security age to 65. We will expand and enhance CPP, GIS, health care, home care and extended care, so no senior is left behind.

Liberals will invest $720M in seniors in 2016. (NDP $50M, CON $23M) We will protect pension splitting and restore OAS and GIS eligibility to 65. We will enhance CPP and increase the GIS amount for single seniors. We will lower the cost of prescription drugs and implement patient centered care.

Poverty, health care, isolation.

According to an international report, the average poverty rate for seniors over age 65 rose about 2% while poverty rates were falling in many OECD countries between 2007 and 2010. Rising poverty is most acute among elderly women.

Also, home care for seniors should be improved.

The need for adequate incomes is the most urgent problem for seniors. The Communist Party calls for a liveable guaranteed, annual income; expanding the universal public pension system, including substantially higher CPP benefits; and early voluntary retirement at the age of 60.

Our party is committed to helping seniors; this is why we introduced the single biggest increase in the GIS in Canadian History and Pension Income Splitting for seniors which over 2.2 million seniors across Canada have taken advantage of. This in addition to taking 380,000 low-income seniors off the tax rolls entirely.

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Sunday, October 11, 2015 - North Shore News - A17

BURNABY NORTH – SEYMOUR nsnews.com/election-2105

@northshorenews

NORTH SHORE NEWS

Polls open: Monday, Oct. 19, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Brian Sproule Marxist–Leninist

Lynne Quarmby Green

Name Party

Chris Tylor Libertarian

Age

57

68

35

Residence in riding?

Yes. Capitol Hill, Burnaby.

No. I live in Port Moody

Yes. Burnaby Heights.

What do you promise to do for your riding if elected?

I will fight for solutions to our housing crisis, including support for co-ops, social housing, built to purpose affordable rentals and offmarket home ownership. I will work for high quality local jobs and for greater access to post-secondary education. I will defend our clean air and clean water.

I will not be elected but I will continue to be politically active as I have been since 1968, working for an antiwar government and for new arrangements so that people can be decision makers.

I will support my constituents in all their dealings with the federal government, whether it is immigration or citizenship or the CFO, and ensure fair and just treatment. I promise to be a strong voice in Parliament and will never vote for a decrease in your freedom or an increase in your taxes.

Kinder Morgan pipeline expansion plan: Do you support it?

I unambiguously oppose the Kinder Morgan pipeline and tanker proposal. This project would put at risk our health & safety, our economy, and our environment. Expanding oil sands development is not compatible with avoiding catastrophic climate change.

Without oil sands expansion, there is no use for this pipeline.

No. I have campaigned with an environmental group door to door against Kinder Morgan expansion as well as participated in public rallies. We should refine our resources at home and revive Canadian manufacturing while safeguarding the environment and Mother Earth.

I am neutral. The Libertarian Party is committed to repealing all federal eminent domain laws that allow the government to seize land from unwilling property owners.

The rightful deciders are the property owners who would be affected by an expansion of the Kinder Morgan right-of-way.

What is the most pressing issue facing the Canadian economy and how will your party address it?

We are a wealthy country facing austerity. The Green Party supports increasing the corporate tax rate from 15 to 19 per cent for large corporations, while lowering the rates for small businesses.

We would end fossil fuel subsidies, put a price on carbon and support transition to post-carbon economy.

The neo liberal austerity agenda and governments paying the rich while privatizing public assets and cutting social programs. We advocate a new pro social direction for the economy and an end to “free trade” pacts which undermine Canadian sovereignty as well as establishing new relations with First Nations.

We believe the government is way too big, has its hands in everything and taxes are too high. We will eliminate the GST, and increase the income tax exemption from $11,000 to $17,000 and impose a flat income tax of 15 per cent on income above $17,000.

What is your position on reforming Canada’s marijuana laws?

I support the Green Party of Canada’s policy to end prohibition and legalize, regulate and tax marijuana.

While I personally do not advocate the use of marijuana except for medicinal purposes its use should not be criminal but it should be regulated like alcohol and publicly sold to raise funds for social programs.

I favour ending prohibition of narcotics. Strictly, my party favours neither legalizing (regulating) it or decriminalizing it (impose criminal fines instead of jail) but to treat it like other plants, like lettuce or celery.

We don’t need to federally regulate celery.

What is the most pressing issue facing Canadian seniors and how will your party address it?

The most pressing issue facing Canadian seniors is the cost of living, especially housing, medicine and at-home care.

I will work to implement a guaranteed livable income, a national pharmacare program, an affordable housing strategy, and improved access to inhome care.

People who have worked their entire lives to build the country and raise families deserve to retire with dignity and security.

One publicly administered Canadian standard pension should be available for all upon retirement.

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The abject failure of the Canada Pension Plan to provide for them in their old age when they were promised it would and would not need to have their own personal retirement savings stash. We would look at increasing the payouts for seniors while encouraging working-age people to get paid out and manage their own retirement savings.

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The borders of the old North Vancouver and BurnabyDouglas ridings were redrawn in 2012. GRAPHIC SUPPLIED

New riding is one to watch on election night BRENT RICHTER brichter@nsnews.com

It’s a blank slate as far as electoral ridings go, and the parties and the pundits are all keeping a very close eye on Burnaby North-Seymour.

In order to make sure each riding had roughly the same number of residents, the electoral boundaries commission redrew the borders of the old North Vancouver and Burnaby-Douglas ridings in 2012.

If the 2011 election were held using today’s riding boundaries, the Tories would have won with 44.2 per cent of the vote with the NDP taking 35.2 per cent. The Liberals took only 15.7 percent. Transpositions from the 2011 general election show the riding’s polling stations in Seymour almost all went Tory blue. The Burnaby side, which makes up about 70 per cent of the total population in the riding, was far more NDP friendly.

But that was then and this is now. Party insiders say they are treating this one as a three-way race. Poll aggregator Eric Grenier’s threehundredeight.com indicates there is only a 3.5-point spread between the three major parties, with the Liberals holding a narrow lead.

For those who claim no major party represents them, voters will also be able to mark their X next to a Communist, a Libertarian, a Marxist-Leninist and an independent candidate.

The riding has a diverse makeup of residents, 39 per cent of whom identify as immigrants, according to Statistics Canada. The median age is 40.8 years. The average household income in 2010 was $85,288, although the North Vancouver side likely skews the numbers higher. The riding is also home to the 500-member Tsleil-Waututh Nation.

The riding is unusual in that, despite where voters stand on an array of issues, there’s likely one local issue that’s going to be on their minds in the ballot booth, according to Doug McArthur, Simon Fraser University political science prof.

“I think the obvious issue, and I think it is an important one in this election, is a local one. This has to do with the Kinder Morgan pipeline and what the likely possibilities are of this and what the parties will do in terms of their stand on the Kinder Morgan pipeline, on what kind of conditions would they accept or reject the pipeline,” McArthur said. “I think it’s a pretty important debate that’s taking place and people are trying to make up their minds on how best to vote consistent with what they’d like to see happen…. It’s a bit unusual in federal elections to have something quite that prominent stand out.”

Expect the winner of Burnaby North-Seymour to be having a good night overall, McArthur said. “In my books, it’s one of these bellwether seats.... It’s one of those seats that, looking back, we’ll say ‘Oh, the way that seat went is a pretty good indicator of how the larger situation went.’”

A18 - North Shore News - Sunday, October 11, 2015

DISTRICT of

NORTH VANCOUVER

Permissive Tax Exemptions for 2016 - 2019 In accordance with Section 227 of the Community Charter, notice is hereby given that the Council for the District of North Vancouver intends to consider the adoption of Bylaw 8130, “2016–2019 Taxation Exemptions by Council Bylaw 8130, 2015” and Bylaw 8132, “2016–2019 Taxation Exemption for North Vancouver Museum and Archives Warehouse Facility Bylaw 8132, 2015” at the Regular Council meeting to be held on Monday, October 26, 2015. Bylaws 8130 and Bylaw 8132 will provide the following properties with a 100% exemption from the payment of Municipal taxes for the years 2016 to 2019 inclusive.

Note: The tax figures below are estimates only and will be modified based on changes in assessment, as provided by BC Assessment, and tax rates, as determined by Council, for the years 2016, 2017 and 2018.

ORGANIZATION

ADDRESS

Description of proposed exemption

Estimated taxes 2016 $

Estimated taxes 2017 $

Estimated taxes 2018 $

North Shore Crisis Services Society

That portion of Lot 2, District Lot 2087, Plan LMP 24090, PID: 023-125-578

224(2)(a)

3,395

3,565

3,743

St. John Society (B.C. and Yukon)

106 and 107 - 223 Mountain Highway

224(2)(a)

8,223

8,634

9,066

North Shore Disability Resource Centre Foundation

3158 Mountain Highway

224(2)(a)

1,929

2,025

2,127

North Shore Disability Resource Centre Foundation

3140 Mountain Highway

224(2)(a)

8,919

9,364

9,833

Canadian Mental Health Association

1573 Arborlynn Drive

224(2)(a)

2,109

2,215

2,325

Canadian Mental Health Association

1198 Harold Road

224(2)(a)

1,879

1,973

2,072

Change the World Foundation (Harvest Project)

1071 - 1091 Roosevelt Crescent

224(2)(a)

16,020

16,821

17,662

Hollyburn Family Services Society

3212 Mount Seymour Parkway

224(2)(a)

1,962

2,060

2,163

Hollyburn Family Services Society

3218 Mount Seymour Parkway

224(2)(a)

2,128

2,235

2,347

St. John Society (B.C. and Yukon)

108 - 223 Mountain Highway

224(2)(a)

2,477

2,601

2,731

WBT Wild Bird Trust of British Columbia

2649 Dollarton Highway

224(2)(a)

2,038

2,140

2,247

The Corporation of the District of West Vancouver

Blocks 23 and 24, District Lots 601 and 607, Plan 4740, PID: 011-348-089 (Parkland)

224(2)(b)

10,023

10,524

11,050

The Corporation of the District of West Vancouver

All that portion of Block A (R.P. 360) lying east of Lot B (R.P. 1372), District Lot 764, PID: 015-966-356 (Parkland)

224(2)(b)

3,985

4,185

4,394

The Corporation of the District of West Vancouver

Lot B (R.P. 1372), Block A (R.P. 360), District Lot 764, PID: 015-966-283 (Parkland)

224(2)(b)

1,964

2,062

2,166

Greater Vancouver Water District

Block G, District Lot 602, Plan 10857, PID: 009-283-285 (Parkland)

224(2)(b)

19,117

20,073

21,077

VIAM Holdings Ltd. (Museum and Archives)

1480 and 1482 Columbia Street

224(2)(b)

10,648

11,181

11,740

Deep Cove Parent Participation Preschool Society

1204 Caledonia Avenue

224(2)(c)

412

432

454

Highlands Out-of-School Care Society

3150 Colwood Drive

224(2)(c)

165

173

182

Novaco Day Care Centre Society

That occuppied portion of Norgate Community Elementary School premises, described as Lots 1 and 2, Block 30, District Lots 264 and 266, Plan 8498

224(2)(c)

2,097

2,201

2,311

La Pre-Maternelle Francophone Trottin-Trottinette

380 West Kings Road

224(2)(c)

892

937

984

North Shore Neighbourhood House

1230 West 20th Street

224(2)(c)

366

384

403

North Shore Neighbourhood House

1255 Eldon Road

224(2)(c)

339

356

374

Deep Cove Cultural Society

4360 Gallant Avenue

224(2)(d)

16,351

17,168

18,027

North Vancouver Community Players

815 East 11th Street

224(2)(d)

10,724

11,260

11,823

RNB Dance & Theatre Arts Society

3355 Mountain Highway

224(2)(d)

17,368

18,236

19,148

RNB Dance & Theatre Arts Society

151 and 155 1233 Lynn Valley Road

224(2)(d)

10,196

10,706

11,242

Parkgate Community Services Society

949 Lytton Street

224(2)(d)

9,857

10,350

10,868

North Shore Neighbourhood House

3361 Mountain Highway

224(2)(d)

1,705

1,791

1,880

Seymour Heights Parent Participation Preschool Association

800 Lytton Street

224(2)(d)

750

787

826

Lynn Valley Parent Participation Preschool

3220 Mountain Highway

224(2)(d)

818

858

901

Lynn Valley Services Society

940 Lynn Valley Road

224(2)(d)

2,178

2,287

2,401

Delbrook Partnership for Quality Childcare Association

3111 Stanley Avenue

224(2)(d)

626

657

690

Deep Cove Rowing Club

2156 Banbury Road

224(2)(d)

4,494

4,719

4,955

Hollyburn Family Services Society

That portion of Lot A, Block 7, District Lot 193, Plan 12218, PID: 005-411-483

224(2)(d)

2,615

2,746

2,883

Family Services of the North Shore

399 Seymour River Place

224(2)(d)

3,709

3,895

4,089

Capilano Tennis Club

2500 Capilano Road

224(2)(d)

7,751

8,139

8,545

Aga Khan Foundation Canada

1150 Gladwin Drive

224(2)(g)

50,979

53,528

56,204

North Shore Disability Resource Centre Association

5793 Nancy Greene Way

224(2)(j)

2,777

2,916

3,061

North Shore Disability Resource Centre Association

4060 Shone Road

224(2)(j)

2,508

2,633

2,765

North Shore Disability Resource Centre Association

4338 Quinton Place

224(2)(j)

3,993

4,193

4,403

Parkgate Community Health Centre

3625 Banff Court

224(2)(j)

21,366

22,435

23,556

Community Living Society

2985 Newmarket Drive

224(2)(j)

3,851

4,044

4,246

Community Living Society

4537 Capilano Road

224(2)(j)

2,332

2,448

2,571

Community Living Society

3091 Paisley Road

224(2)(j)

3,027

3,178

3,337

Community Living Society

3660 Maginnis Avenue

224(2)(j)

2,177

2,286

2,401

Greater Vancouver Community Services Society

3403 Mount Seymour Parkway

224(2)(j)

2,061

2,165

2,273

Greater Vancouver Community Services Society

1693 Coleman Street

224(2)(j)

2,199

2,308

2,424

North Shore Connexions Society

2490 Edgemont Boulevard

224(2)(j)

2,308

2,424

2,545

North Shore Connexions Society

4410 Capilano Road

224(2)(j)

1,256

1,319

1,385

North Shore Connexions Society

1240 Barlynn Crescent

224(2)(j)

2,575

2,704

2,839

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Sunday, October 11, 2015 - North Shore News - A19

DISTRICT of

NORTH VANCOUVER

Permissive Tax Exemptions for 2016 - 2019 (cont’d) ORGANIZATION

ADDRESS

Description of proposed exemption

Estimated taxes 2016 $

Estimated taxes 2017 $

Estimated taxes 2018 $

North Shore Connexions Society

1904 Peters Road

224(2)(j)

2,443

2,565

2,693

Community Living Society

1075 Frederick Road

224(2)(j)

1,952

2,049

2,152

Community Living Society

1680 Ross Road

224(2)(j)

2,195

2,305

2,420

Community Living Society

3636 Norwood Avenue

224(2)(j)

2,580

2,709

2,845

Turning Point Recovery Society

2670 Lloyd Avenue (leased portion)

224(2)(j)

2,371

2,489

2,614

Kiwanis Seniors Citizens Homes Ltd.

2555 Whiteley Court

224(2)(k)

80,396

84,416

88,637

Lowland Senior Citizens Housing Society

1335 East 27th Street

224(2)(k)

23,429

24,600

25,830

Also on October 26 Council will consider adoption of Bylaw 8131 “2016–2019 Taxation Exemptions for Places of Public Worship Bylaw 8131, 2015”.

Copies of Bylaw 8130, “2016-2019 Taxation Exemptions by Council Bylaw 8130, 2015”, Bylaw 8131, “2016 - 2019 Taxation Exemptions for Places of Public Worship Bylaw 8131, 2015” and Bylaw 8132, “2016 - 2019 Taxation Exemption for North Vancouver Museum and Archives Warehouse Facility Bylaw 8132, 2015” and relevant background material are available for review in the District of North Vancouver Clerk’s Office and the Finance Department at the Municipal Hall. The Municipal Hall is located at 355 West Queens Road, North Vancouver and is open Monday through Friday, except Statutory Holidays, between the hours of 8 am and 4:30 pm.

For further information, please call Cristina Rucci, Social Planner at 604-990-2274 or Elio Iorio, Manager – Revenue and Taxation at 604-990-2225

Permissive Tax Exemptions

Extract of Community Charter

224 (1) A council may, by bylaw in accordance with this section, exempt land or improvements, or both, referred to in subsection (2) from taxation under section 197 (1) (a) [municipal property taxes], to the extent, for the period and subject to the conditions provided in the bylaw.

(2) Tax exemptions may be provided under this section for the following: (a) land or improvements that (i) are owned or held by a charitable, philanthropic or other not for profit corporation, and (ii) the council considers are used for a purpose that is directly related to the purposes of the corporation; (b) land or improvements that (i) are owned or held by a municipality, regional district or other local authority, and (ii) the council considers are used for a purpose of the local authority; (c) land or improvements that the council considers would otherwise qualify for exemption under section 220 [general statutory exemptions] were it not for a secondary use; (d) the interest of a public authority, local authority or any other corporation or organization in land or improvements that are used or occupied by the corporation or organization if (i) the land or improvements are owned by a public authority or local authority, and (ii) the land or improvements are used by the corporation or organization for a purpose in relation to which an exemption under this Division or Division 6 of this Part would apply or could be provided if the land or improvements were owned by that corporation or organization; (e) the interest of a public authority, local authority or any other corporation or organization in land or improvements that are used or occupied by the corporation or organization if (i) the land or improvements are owned by a person who is providing a municipal service under a partnering agreement, (ii) an exemption under section 225 [partnering and other special tax exemption authority] would be available for the land or improvements in relation to the partnering agreement if they were used in relation to the service, (iii) the partnering agreement expressly contemplates that the council may provide an exemption under this provision, and (iv) the land or improvements are used by the corporation or organization for a purpose in relation to which an exemption under this Division or Division 6 of this Part would apply or could be provided if the land or improvements were owned by that corporation or organization; (f) in relation to property that is exempt under section 220 (1) (h) [buildings for public worship], (i) an area of land surrounding the exempt building, (ii) a hall that the council considers is necessary to the exempt building and the land on which the hall stands, and (iii) an area of land surrounding a hall that is exempt under subparagraph (ii); (g) land or improvements used or occupied by a religious organization, as tenant or licensee, for the purpose of public worship or for the purposes of a hall that the council considers is necessary to land or improvements so used or occupied; (h) in relation to property that is exempt under section 220 (1) (i) [seniors’ homes], (j) [hospitals] or (l) [private schools], any area of land surrounding the exempt building; (i) land or improvements owned or held by an athletic or service club or association and used as a public park or recreation ground or for public athletic or recreational purposes; (j) land or improvements owned or held by a person or organization and operated as a private hospital licensed under the Hospital Act or as a licensed community care facility, or registered assisted living residence, under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act; (k) land or improvements for which a grant has been made, after March 31, 1974, under the Housing Construction (Elderly Citizens) Act before its repeal.

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A20 - North Shore News - Sunday, October 11, 2015

Sunday, October 11, 2015 - North Shore News - A21

Summer through the eyes of our Self Advocates Making opportunities happen………

Project New Capilano House – Complete!

North Shore ConneXions Society (ConneXions) is a non-profit organization that supports families and serves children and adults living with a developmental disability.

Our vision is a community where all people with disabilities have equal opportunities to lead active, fulfilling lives and are recognized as contributing members of the community.

OCTOBER 2015

ConneXions 59th Annual General Meeting

Bonnie Cadman Cheri Dawn Carey Shirley Clarke Micheal Hall Ryan Hall

Carole Harkema Mark Kilian Heather Lohn Lorraine McLatchie Jerry Miachika

Linda Sellars Len Slade Tom Tupper Deborah Wanner

SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARDS Alysha Brooks

Katherine McKay

Pam McLeod

Sherelyn Kanyamuna

Marnie Shumka

Blair Mercer

Laurie Baird

3P Naturals

SHERWOOD PARK ELEMENTARY

SHERWOOD PARK ELEMENTARY

WEST VANCOUVER SECONDARY

SELF ADVOCATE EMPLOYEE

COMMUNITY MEMBER

The front of the newly built Capilano House

COMMUNITY MEMBER

EMPLOYER

Happy Community Living Month!

Although October is Community Living Month, ConneXions celebrates community living twelve months of the year. This past year we have supported individuals to: ■ become employed in the community ■ perform in a large community production, Mingle of the Jingles

Sonia Dhir and Blair Mercer

Justine Taylor and Laurie Baird

Thank you Marnie Shumka for providing your interior design skills for our new home!

COMMUNITY MEMBER

Community ConneXions Newsletter Edited by: Sonia Dhir

1070 Roosevelt Crescent North Vancouver, BC V7P 1M3 T: 604.984.9321 F: 604.984.9882 www.nsconnexions.org

the intention of generating income for the Society. The clients are excited about their new home and have been busy moving boxes and settling in.

We would also like to congratulate our award winners: Sandra Huynh

Sponsored by

began several months ago. We now have a new, fully accessible house which will allow our residents to age in place. A two bedroom suite has also been included with

We hosted our Annual General Meeting on September 23, 2015. At this meeting, our 2015-2016 Board of Directors was elected and the Apple and Special Recognition Award winners were recognized. ConneXions employees and members would like to thank our board members:

APPLE AWARDS

Other contributors in this issue: Desi Diebel Nathalie Callender Wendy Padwick

We are delighted to announce the completion of our new Capilano House! Following years of planning, the ground was broken and the construction of the new Capilano House

■ attend North and West Vancouver recreation day camps

■ volunteer

■ raise funds for Red Cross International

■ travel outside of Canada

■ run a community kiosk ■ make and sell products to the community

■ gain independence in the community ■ actively participate in their community everyday

Alysha Brooks and Carole Hawthorne

ConneXions with Community Protection

The West Vancouver Police Department (WVPD) has proudly served the North Shore for over one hundred years. With a century of public service behind them, it is not surprising that the agency has come to embrace community partnership and engagement as a core value. It’s a commitment that we see being put to action through community safety programs and participation in the many fundraising campaigns they support.

And, while it is typical of police forces in the region to undertake these types of initiatives, the WVPD has taken commitment to their community a step further and inside their headquarters.

In December 2014, the WVPD was approached

by North Shore ConneXions Society, curious about whether the organization would be interested in working with the Customized ConneXions Program. It was explained that the program assists people with disabilities gain and maintain meaningful employment in their community and that an employment specialist would provide training, assist the department integrate their new hire, and offer

ongoing coaching until both the employer and employee were feeling confident. As anyone who has ever been in the job market can attest, just getting your foot in the door can often be the most challenging part of landing a new job. For those faced with disabilities, mental health issues and other barriers to employment, that hurdle can be much greater.

Fortunately the WVPD, familiar with the benefits of inclusive hiring, was open to the idea of working with Customized ConneXions and in March of this year offered a civilian position to one of the program’s job seekers.

Since that time the police department’s new hire has been hard at work as a Facilities and Equipment Assistant ensuring the grounds, buildings and equipment are in proper condition and regularly maintained. It’s been a seminal partnership for the employment program. It’s the first time in the program’s history that a job applicant has found employment with a police force and, perhaps more exciting, the first time a job seeker has secured a unionized position. As Raman Manhas, ConneXions Employment Program

Manager, points out… “Most of the success we have is working with small, independent businesses… working with the WVPD has been such an encouraging experience. It has shown us that unionized environments, whether in the public service or other large organizations, do have the capacity to work with and participate in supported employment program.” It’s a success that surely wouldn’t have been possible without the WVPD’s dedication to their community.

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A22 - North Shore News - Sunday, October 11, 2015

SENIORS

Parks man pens memoir

Laura Anderson

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“I have difficulty managing in my home on my own.”

Of all the North Shore residents who could be considered “living community treasures,” Heinz Berger is among them.

The seawalk. The pitch and putt golf course and the fitness circuit at Ambleside.

The recreation complex and seniors centre. Parks and children’s playscapes from Glenmore to Horseshoe Bay. Dundarave’s ornamental centre-line flowerbeds - the first in British Columbia.

Heinz Berger was responsible for creating or improving these community amenities, and for many other innovations that defined West Vancouver during his 22 years with the municipality’s parks and recreation department.

Heinz’s newly published memoir, An Adventure on Two Continents - Ending in a Place of Excellence - West Vancouver, tells the story of his early life in Germany, his training in the horticultural industry and early days in Canada. It’s also a look at local government at work, from an insider’s perspective.

From 1961 to 1983, Heinz, who rose to head the parks department, worked with colleagues like Frank Kurucz in recreation and with a succession of mayors and councils to ensure the community’s natural elements were retained as

parks and public spaces were developed.

Not all of these contributions have endured.

Heinz retired more than 30 years ago, after all. The totem poles erected at the community centre were last seen decomposing at Klee Wyck. The nature programs that drew crowds to Lighthouse Park were cancelled. Most of the unique rhododendrons in the Memorial Garden have been uprooted, the map of their names and locations somewhere in the municipality files. Still, Heinz Berger’s legacy is there to be seen, used and enjoyed in the playgrounds and parks of West Vancouver.

His first assignment, in 1961, was to design Glenmore Park. The plan included the usual features: baseball diamond, skating rink, tennis courts and playing fields. Along the creek that runs through the park, Heinz created a children’s play area with a ship’s bridge complete with wheel, overlooking a wading and spray pool. As Heinz recalls, this was probably the first playscape in North America. To pay for it, he went door-to-door soliciting donations from Glenmore residents to match one from British Pacific Properties.

Innovative design using natural materials with support from individuals, local service clubs and businesses became the working model for the creation and funding of community projects under Heinz’s guidance.

For the playscapes adventure areas constructed from driftwood and other natural materials where children could exercise their imaginations and ingenuity - that popped up in parks

Heinz Berger will celebrate the launch of his new memoir at Amica at West Vancouver Oct. 21. PHOTO MIKE WAKEFIELD all over West Vancouver alongside the swings and teeter-totters, parents and kids have Heinz to thank.

Heinz was born in Germany in 1923, in time to be drafted into the army during the Second World War and to be confined in a British POW camp.

He returned home and carried on with his work at a landscaping company until he was able to complete his education in landscaping and horticulture. Heinz worked throughout the country, gaining experience in his new profession until 1951 when a colleague from Canada convinced him to “move away from these bombed-out cities. We need you in Canada.” He arrived in Halifax in October and made his way by train to Vancouver.

Heinz started out that first winter as a labourer with the CP and CN railroads. By spring, he was working steadily in garden maintenance and was soon reunited with his fiancée and her daughter. The business grew, adding design and construction, until he headed two separate companies

and was able to build his dream house in Gleneagles.

A founding member of the B.C. Society of Landscape Architects, Heinz worked with colleagues Philip Tattersfield and Ernie Pitt to develop the horticultural apprentice curriculum, the foundation of B.C.’s landscape and production training programs. His work in garden design and construction, and in the creation of playscapes, brought Heinz international recognition.

Currently residing at Amica at West Vancouver, his apartment overlooks the garden he designed and that has been named for him.

Most mornings, he can be found in the conservatory, with the plants.

An Adventure on Two Continents was published in time for the 64th anniversary of Heinz’s arrival in Canada, October 1951. Copies are on sale at the Ferry Building Gallery and the Avant Gardener.

A book launch will be held at Amica at West Vancouver on Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 2 p.m.

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Seniors Calendar SENIORS GATHERING A free drop-in program from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Meet North Vancouver federal election candidates at the Oct. 13 gathering.

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GETTING TO KNOW DEMENTIA An introductory session to review information about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias for people with early symptoms of dementia and/or family and friends Thursday, Oct. 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Learn about the challenges of receiving a diagnosis, the different types of support available and how to begin planning for the future.

Registration required.

604-984-8347 SWING MUSIC CONCERT Easy listening music from the ’20s to the ’70s recalling the big band dance era, Broadway musicals, movies and hit tunes Saturday, Oct. 17, 1-2 p.m. at West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Free.

Compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email event information to listings@nsnews.com.

Mary, fitness fanatic PARC resident

Life’s better here

“My life is so full.”

DAY OF THE GIRL HUGGS Canada, which offers a college education and job training to adolescent girls in need in southeast India (current students are shown here) is celebrating the United Nations International Day of the Girl Child (Oct. 11) with a fundraising dinner celebration Thursday, Oct. 15, 6 p.m. at the Salam Bombay Restaurant, at 755 Burrard St., Vancouver. Since HUGGS Canada, a North Vancouverbased organization, began in 2003, it has supported 58 girls through their high school and post-secondary education and graduates are now working in a variety of fields including teaching, nursing, computer programming and engineering. Tickets: ($50), call 604-988-4898 or email info@huggscanada.com. Info: huggscanada.com. PHOTO SUPPLIED

Sock drive is on now

From page 14

live outdoors, be outdoors, and that’s their only mode of transportation,” says Henshaw.

The sock drive is being led by Vancouver Coastal Health, North Shore Chronic Disease Services and community members can drop off new socks through Tuesday, Oct. 13 at donation bins set up at Harry Jerome and Parkgate community centres, or the Lions Gate Hospital lobby. Those looking for an alternative pick up can contact VCH’s Rosemary Smith at 604-904-6200 x4150.

The donated socks will be distributed at the biggest Homelessness Action Week event, North Shore Connect Day, being held Thursday, Oct. 15 at North Vancouver’s John Braithwaite Community Centre, from 9 a.m. to 2

p.m. A variety of support services will be offered to people who are homeless or at-risk, including medical services, housing and employment outreach, financial and tax help, haircuts and a Thanksgiving lunch presented by the Salvation Army. “It’s an all-services-in-one-location event. The people that come are really thankful for it,” says Henshaw.

The donated socks will be distributed and a foot care nurse will tend to participants’ needs.

Other Homelessness Action Week events include a Thanksgiving Dinner at the Lookout Shelter Monday, Oct. 12 at 5 p.m., and a Community Dinner (RSVP to 604-985-4911) at North Lonsdale United Church Tuesday, Oct. 13 at 5:30 p.m.

On Thursday, Oct. 15, a Flick and Forum, an evening of film and discussion,

is being presented at the Ambleside Youth Centre at 7 p.m. “They don’t want just youth, they actually invite all ages and everyone in the community to come out and engage in the conversation,” says Henshaw.

Capping off the week is a Street Soccer Tournament and Meal, set for Saturday Oct. 17 from 1 to 6 p.m. at John Braithwaite. “The soccer tournament is always a great one for people to go and check out. . . .

These are people that are homeless, men and women, that come together, play, break bread together, and it’s a real morale booster.

It’s just a very positive experience for these folks.

They can actually advance to world competitions,” says Henshaw.

For more information, email info@ northshorehomelessness.org or visit northshorehomelessness. org.

She stretches like a 20 year old. Lifts weights several times weekly. Mary also plays duplicate bridge and attends symphonies. With life going full-speed, she couldn’t be happier at Westerleigh PARC. That’s how it is here: residents stay active and pursue passions.

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A24 - North Shore News - Sunday, October 11, 2015

TASTE

Kamloops Wine Trail has plenty to offer

Tim Pawsey

Notable Potables of Syrah and Merlot were pulled in favour of Pinot Noir, Gamay and more hardy Cabernet Franc.

Winter kill remains the prime concern of planting here and very much determines the varieties planted, be they vinifera or hybrid.

A vein of limestone that runs through the site provides the backbone for their assertively mineral streaked Pioneer Block 2013 Riesling (91 points).

At Kamloops’ Brownstone Restaurant, their Silver Mane Riesling 2013 (more fruit driven, 91 points) was the ideal compromise between pork and Little Fort trout with salsa dressing.

Also of note, a standout Cabernet Franc 2013 (92 points) and as yet unreleased 2014 Cab Franc, which continues to develop luscious red and black fruit, fine tannins and some peppery notes (91 points).

Harpers Trail (now almost 100 per cent estate grown production) sports a new tasting room, with plans in the near future for a restaurant.

North of the city, close to the North Thompson River, also garnering plenty of attention, Privato is a gem of a winery, with a compact but gorgeously detailed tasting room and cellar. John and Debbie Woodward’s focus is on premium Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, most of which is Okanagan grown, while the couple trial various varieties (including Riesling) in their estate vineyard.

Standouts include a vinous, dry finished 2014 Pinot Chardonnay Rosé (91 points), perfectly balanced, Oaked 2012 Chardonnay (91 points), and the wellcrafted (much medalled), strawberry and smoky toned Woodward Pinot Noir 2012

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A decade ago, if you’d suggested to anyone that Kamloops would be on the verge of becoming B.C.’s newest wine region, chances are you would have elicited a look of disbelief — if not an outright guffaw.

However, a number of factors — from climate change to better viticulture, no shortage of sheer determination and not a little capital — have combined to produce such a scenario.

The Kamloops Wine Trail is now a reality — even if the “region” as it stands today comprises only four wineries.

As with any new region, opinions abound on what may or may not work.

However, the most potent example of success so far may be found at Harper’s Trail. Starting in 2007, Vicki and Ed Collett planted vinifera on a bluff overlooking the South Thompson River, just east of town, on the historic Harper Ranch.

Working with winemaker Michael Bartier, the couple eliminated some initial varieties. Riskier plantings

(92 points). Waiting in the wings is a Grande Reserve Pinot Noir 2012 (92 points).

Privato’s attention to detail is very apparent, making it a winery to watch, especially as the estate evolves.

Recently unveiled is Monte Creek Ranch, which enjoys a spectacular site on a bench south of the South Thompson. The contemporary, clean-lined, destination winery, with tasting room and eclectic wine shop on the upper floor, and patio, enjoys sweeping views east, west and north across the river.

Monte Creek’s plantings (on benches on both shores) are almost entirely hybrids, such as Marechal Foch, Marquette, La Crescent and Frontenac, although vinifera is being trialled and Riesling has also been planted on the north shore Lions Head Vineyard. Of note, Okanagan sourced 2014 Riesling (lemon-lime citrus, honey notes, fresh fruit driven, 90 points).

Monte Creek brands its wines with the legend of train robber Bill Miner, who staged his last hold-

Privato sports a small but immaculate cellar and tasting room. PHOTO SUPPLIED TIM PAWSEY up on the property. Hands Up White 2014 is an easy sipping, aromatic, off dry white (Frontenac, La Crescent with some Viognier, 88 points), along with approachable red and black fruited Hands Up Red 2013 (Okanagan Merlot, Cab Sauv., Frontenac Noir, Marquette, 87 points).

Sagewood Winery, the fourth member of the Kamloops Wine Trail, is a hands-on labour of love undertaken by Shelley and Doug Wood, who planted their vineyard on a north shore bench of the South

Thompson in 2005. Estate plantings span numerous varieties, including a rosetoned, quite viscous Gewurz 2013 (89 points), and a plush, well-structured, anise toned Cabernet Franc 2014 (90 points.)

Both on and off the track, the Kamloops Wine Trail has plenty to offer. To book a tour, call DiVine Tours (250-572-0008). For full info: kamloopswinetrail.com.

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Sunday, October 11, 2015 - North Shore News - A25

NORTH SHORE

make your vote count on October 19

with our Candidates

Jonathan Wilkinson FEDERAL PARTY: LIBERAL PARTY OF CANADA YOUR RIDING: NORTH VANCOUVER

Above all else - VOTE!

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n Monday, Oct. 19 we have the privilege and obligation to head to the polls to elect our next federal government and our local members of Parliament. It really matters, so clear off some time and make sure you do your duty.

We here at the North Shore News have worked really hard over the past 10 weeks to make sure that all of our readers have been informed of the issues and the positions that our candidates and their parties are running on. We hope you have had the time to review the many stories we have published, read the many ads that all the candidates have run, maybe attended an all-candidates meeting, or at least had a debate or two around the water cooler or dining table.

Today we are proud to publish our {connect} special section featuring some of the

candidates vying for election in our three North Shore ridings. We hope you find it a great read and one that informs your final decision as to who you want representing your area in Ottawa for up to four years.

All the candidates are worthy of your full consideration. They have worked really hard for many years to prepare themselves for this time. It is show time, NOW. The only thing missing is you. Do your thing! Inform, question, debate and then head to the polls.

Without your simple act of voting, the whole democratic system is in jeopardy. The next government and MP for your area wants a clear mandate. They want to represent all of us, not a majority of a minority. Give them what they deserve -- a strong turnout that clearly gives a mandate to the candidate that wins. It is critically important.

Facts about me

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Chairperson and longtime Board member of the BC Technologies Industries Association

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Board member of the BC Chapter of the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters Association

! A country that is once again a world leader

trusted voice of reason that seeks collaborative solutions to difficult international issues such as climate change

! A democratic country where debate is

encouraged, government scientists are not muzzled and decisions are made on the basis of fact rather than ideology

Head coach - North Shore Girls Soccer Club for the past 7 years Cabinet Committee member of the United Way of the Lower Mainland for several years

Five words: I want our Canada back.

! A country respected on the global stage as a

I have lived in North Vancouver for the past 17 years where I have been actively involved in a number of organizations including: !

What made you decide to stand in this election

in stewardship of both the economy and the environment

I am a first-time candidate.

Enjoy the read and then get out and VOTE! Peter Kvarnstrom Publisher, North Shore News

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! A country where Parliament actually matters…

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and elections are about communities delivering the message to Ottawa rather than Ottawa delivering the message to communities.

What areas of specific expertise would enhance your ability to represent your riding? ! 15 years of CEO and senior management-level

experience in BC’s clean technology sector – an example of the type of industry that can help diversify and strengthen Canada’s economy moving forward.

! Experience in government as a specialist in

federal-provincial relations and as a constitutional negotiator.

! I earned a Rhodes scholarship to Oxford

where I completed a Master’s degree in politics, philosophy and economics. I later earned a Master’s degree in international relations from McGill.

! I am raising my family in North Vancouver

reach me at

telephone 778-340-3370 email

Jonathan@JonathanWilkinson.ca

internet JonathanWilkinson.ca

and know it well: its diversity, its beauty and its challenges.

I want to be known for: Making North Vancouver proud of its MP.

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AUTHORIZED BY THE OFFICIAL AGENT FOR JONATHAN WILKINSON

A26 - North Shore News - Sunday, October 11, 2015

make your vote count on October 19

with our Candidates

Facts about me This is my first time running.

I live right here in North Vancouver.

I love this place and it’s home.

I grew up in London, UK. I love cycling, photography, engaging with people and learning. I’ve gone back to school three times, I need to have a very deep understanding of anything I get into!

I’m a very proud immigrant - I’m a walking Canadian tourist board! Ask me about Canada and I can go on forever!

I post a ton of stuff on social media!

Follow me on Twitter @ClaireMartinGPC or connect with me on Facebook: TheChoiceIsClaire.

Claire Martin FEDERAL PARTY: GREEN PARTY OF CANADA YOUR RIDING: NORTH VANCOUVER

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What made you decide to stand in this election?

I’ve seen the way our democracy has been eroded in the last years and I couldn’t sit by idly anymore. We can do so much better and I don’t believe the other parties are offering the bold and innovative solutions we need. It is the Green Party’s entire platform, especially our stand for Canadian democracy, that has me really excited. Our plan includes abolishing tuition and debt for students, defending our coast from tankers and pipelines, repealing C-51, putting in place proportional representation, to increase employment, addressing the growing senior care needs, and much more. Our platform isn’t just an electoral document, it’s a blueprint to make Canada work for all of us once again.

What major issues do you think have to be addressed in the next 4 years?

In North Vancouver, transportation and housing are the issues that resonate the most with voters. We have to fix the traffic congestion and make housing more affordable. But the number one issue is the economy and jobs. Making sure we stay viable here on the west coast is absolutely paramount to me. The beautiful thing is, we can thrive economically while also reducing our carbon emissions - we have an exciting opportunity today to build an economy that will be even stronger tomorrow as well.

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What areas of specific expertise would enhance your ability to represent your riding?

I’m not a career politician - I’m no one’s political puppet. I’m a scientist, who has spent 20+ years in newsrooms across Canada.

I have spent over a decade working with a specialized agency of the UN, trying at a level where diplomacy and policy meet crossing borders, and political lines - to get things done. This experience alone makes me perfect for the Green Party of Canada - where we are tasked, if necessary, with crossing party lines to get bills passed. To get Canada working. Together.

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I want to set a new standard for how to be a “politician.” A real person who you can talk with openly and really know in your heart that she will do the right thing for you. People are tired of being short-changed!

How do you find out what people’s concerns are?

Canvassing. Talking to people on doorsteps is literally like mass group therapy! People want to talk, and they want to be heard - and they have great ideas.

How and where do you network?

Anywhere and everywhere. If you have time to talk, I have time to listen.

What will you do differently than the current elected officials?

I’ll be honest, accessible, direct and transparent. I want to raise the level of debate in Parliament. Our current representatives accomplish nothing for Canadians by shouting and rhyming off talking points. We need real debate that addresses the important issues facing our country and our communities. I will vote the way the people of North Vancouver want - not like the current batch of MP’s who just vote the way their Party tells them to.

I want to be known for: Being honest, transparent and real. I want to be known as a strong independent voice for North Vancouver.

What organizations have you served with or volunteered for?

I worked for over a decade, with the World Meteorological Organization (a specialized agency of the UN) as an expert team member on the public weather service and communications team. I am a Distinguished Alumna of the University of Alberta and have volunteered with WISEST: Women in Scholarship, Engineering, Science & Technology - a unit of the University of Alberta that has dedicated over 30 years to empowering women in the fields of science, engineering and technology. I was the Chair of the IABM (Int. Assoc of Broadcast Meteorology) for 9 years, and I was the first Canadian meteorologist to attain the CBM (Certified Broadcast Meteorologist) designation with the American Meteorological Society.

If there is one change you could help bring about - what would it be?

reach me at

telephone 604-770-2132 email TheChoiceIsClaire@greenparty.ca internet www.vote4claire.ca

I would reinstate all funding prior to Mr. Harper taking over the government, for all public service scientists. We can never grow as a country unless we support our scientist to dream big and do big science.

AUTHORIZED BY THE OFFICIAL AGENT FOR CLAIRE MARTIN

Sunday, October 11, 2015 - North Shore News - A27

make your vote count on October 19

with our Candidates

Facts about me This is my first time running for a federal political party.

I grew up in West Vancouver and live in Caulfeild, West Vancouver.

My husband and I have been friends since childhood. Our three grown children went to Rockridge Secondary and BCIT, Emily Carr and University of Victoria.

I have applied my MA in local government in a practical way while serving in public office for 12 years, including two terms as mayor of West Vancouver.

I recently completed an executive MBA at Simon Fraser University in Aboriginal Business and Leadership because business is a common language which is needed between aboriginal and non aboriginal peoples.

Pam Goldsmith-Jones FEDERAL PARTY: LIBERAL PARTY OF CANADA YOUR RIDING: WEST VANCOUVER–SUNSHINE COAST–SEA TO SKY COUNTRY

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What made you decide to stand in this election?

After serving four terms in office, including two terms as Mayor of West Vancouver, it is clear to me that we need stronger representation in Ottawa, particularly with regard to open, honest and accountable government and environmental protection. My experience working cooperatively with citizens and other levels of government is how we were successful. We balanced the budget six straight years in office while investing in community infrastructure and services. We received the United Nations Global Green Cities Award for our collaborative approach to environmental protection. I personally experienced how much we can accomplish if we take an inclusive approach to problem-solving. That is the spirit we need to bring real change to Ottawa.

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We need to cut taxes for the middle class, to help families keep up with the cost of living. We will strengthen Employment Insurance and the Canada Pension Plan, and bring back eligibility to 65 from 67 for OAS to help Canadians living on the margins.

Finally, we will strengthen environmental protections by implementing the Cohen Commission for sustainable fisheries, institute a national greenhouse gas reduction strategy to combat climate change, and restore the integrity to environmental review processes, in a manner that is evidence-based and transparently consults with local communities and First Nations.

We need to bring in an open, honest and accountable government.

We need to restore respect for our democratic institutions that Canadians can trust. Stephen Harper’s government has shown repeatedly that it has no regard for the democratic process. I will work to change that. As Mayor of West Vancouver, transparency and public consultation were the cornerstones of our decision making. The Liberal Party is committed to restoring accountability in our government. We will reduce the power of the PMO, bring in electoral reform, introduce an independent process for appointing the Senate without reopening the Constitution, allow more freedom for MPs to speak up and restore respect and independence for scientists.

This balanced and honest style of government will allow for a trustworthy approach to decisions, so that we can be sure that policies balance protection of the environment with an economy that shares prosperity with all Canadians.

What major issues do you think have to be addressed in the next 4 years?

We need to invest in infrastructure to create jobs, set a foundation for a modern economy, provide affordable housing and improve seniors’ facilities. This will help us diversify our economy so that we are not reliant on the oil patch, and provide opportunities for all Canadians, in particular young Canadians who have difficulty getting a start in life.

If there is one change you could help bring about - what would it be?

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I want to be known for: Working across differences and bringing people together

What would you like your legacy as an elected official to be?

I want to help usher in a new spirit of cooperation between people and instill trust in government. I believe that when we work together we come up with better solutions, but people have to trust that their elected leaders will share information honestly and involve citizens in the decisions that affect their lives. As much as we face great challenges as a community, I know that together we have everything we need to build a Canada that we can all be proud of.

reach me at

telephone 604-571-6488 email info@teampam.ca internet www.teampam.ca

AUTHORIZED BY THE OFFICIAL AGENT FOR PAM GOLDSMITH-JONES

A28 - North Shore News - Sunday, October 11, 2015

make your vote count on October 19

with our Candidates

Larry Koopman

Ken Melamed

FEDERAL PARTY: NDP

FEDERAL PARTY: GREEN PARTY OF CANADA

YOUR RIDING: WEST VANCOUVER–SUNSHINE COAST–SEA TO SKY COUNTRY

YOUR RIDING: WEST VANCOUVER–SUNSHINE COAST–SEA TO SKY COUNTRY

Facts about me For the last 25 years, I have been working for the BC Centre for Ability, a nonprofit organization providing services for people with disabilities.

Currently, I am a community coordinator for their Opportunities Fund, working with the business communities on the Sunshine Coast and along the Sea to Sky corridor. I help our clients with their career needs, in cooperation with employers ranging from small operations to major corporations like RBC and YVR Airport Authority.

My wife and I have lived in Gibsons for over twenty years, and have been operating a successful cottage-rental business for the last fourteen.

reach me at

telephone 604-840-0468 email LarryKoopman@ndp.ca internet LarryKoopman.ndp.ca

AUTHORIZED BY THE OFFICIAL AGENT FOR LARRY KOOPMAN

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What made you decide to stand in this election?

I was inspired by Tom Mulcair, who pledges to bring changes to government, and to Canada, that will benefit all Canadians. My career has been dedicated to just this kind of objectives.

Also, as a coastal resident, I have watched in dismay as our lands, rivers and oceans lose protection for the sake of the economy. This has to change! I want to be part of the NDP team committed to a good balance between environmental protection and job creation.

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What major issues do you think have to be addressed in the next four years?

I feel our new government should start to deal realistically with climate change and its implications for the Canadian economy. We should be working on strategies like shifting fossil-fuel dependence to renewable energy and other new technologies.

Also, we must devote more resources to affordable housing, improved public medical care, and affordable child care so families can prosper. Aging infrastructure across the country needs more funding, too.

Finally, the Canadian government needs to more effectively address indigenous issues.

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What skills enhance your ability to represent our riding?

Facts about me

Being a strong voice for our riding in Ottawa, by representing the concerns of our citizens, communities, and businesses.

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This is my first time running for federal office.

I’ve lived in Whistler since 1976.

I grew up in Montreal after my family moved there from Philadelphia. That’s when I fell in love with skiing and moved West.

I’ve worked in tourism and public safety, and I ran a stonemasonry construction business for 20 years. I also served 15 years in local government and on numerous boards, including Smart Growth BC and the Fraser Basin Council.

What will you do differently than the current elected officials?

I’ll put my constituents first, even before my party.

Elizabeth May leads Greens by example, not by tyranny. We’re free to work for our constituents and put the good of the riding and the good of the country before everything else.

In the old parties, leaders have too much control over their MPs. In the case of the Liberals, they were forced to support bad legislation like Harper’s Bill C-51. Elizabeth May has promised never to put me in that position.

I was mayor of Whistler during the 2010 Winter Games.

My career has been dedicated to bringing individuals and groups together so everyone benefits. Voters have said they are tired of the divisiveness of politics and want them to change. I will provide that change.

I want to be known for:

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What have your past contributions been to the communities within your riding?

When I was mayor, we worked together to create lasting Olympic legacies. We came in $3 million under budget, we hosted the greenest Games ever, we partnered with First Nations, and we found creative solutions for affordable housing. Even in a hot market, 80% of our workforce now lives in Whistler. I want to build on that experience to help every community here reach its full potential.

If there is one change you could help bring about - what would it be?

There’s a lot on my list, but at the very top is putting an end to first-past-the-post voting. That’s the first step to restoring democracy in Canada. We need our voting system to deliver the government Canadians are voting for. That’s not happening right now, and I’m looking forward to working with other parties to fix that.

reach me at

telephone 778-588-5643 email electken@greenparty.ca internet kenmelamed.ca

I want to be known for: Hard work and dedication to my constituents

AUTHORIZED BY THE OFFICIAL AGENT FOR KEN MELAMED

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WORK

How do taxes affect your investments?

Please pay careful attention to the income tax consequences of your investment decisions.

If you hold interestpaying instruments in an RRSP/RRIF, for example, you shelter the interest from tax. But if you hold dividend-paying Canadian shares in a tax-sheltered plan, while you defer tax on the dividends you lose the benefit of the Canadian dividend tax credit.

If you hold such shares outside an RRSP/RRIF, you pay a reduced rate of tax on any capital gains.

Inside a plan the tax is deferred . . . but then your profit is fully taxed when you withdraw the funds.

You must consider time and tax bracket factors.

For example, having the full amount of the sale of shares in an RRSP/RRIF available to reinvest could more than make up for the full taxation on withdrawal, especially if you are then in a lower tax bracket.

If you have capital losses

Options for Volunteers The following is a selection of volunteer opportunities from various community organizations, made available through Volunteer North Shore, a service of North Shore Community Resources Society.

DRIVER North Shore Community Resources seeks a volunteer who will provide transportation for frail, elderly seniors to enable them to get out of their homes and go grocery shopping, attend appointments or participate in social activities in the community.

YOUTH EDUCATOR Be part of a dynamic team making a difference in the lives of hundreds of youth in the Lower Mainland. Volunteer youth educators visit Lower Mainland high schools and facilitate workshops on suicide prevention and mindfulness. Work in a front-line helping environment and

Mike Grenby

Money Matters

outside a tax shelter, you may use them to reduce capital gains. Inside the tax shelter this rule doesn’t apply.

When you deduct rental, business and similar losses from your other income, you end up with less money than if you were declaring a profit.

So, how much after-tax profit must you eventually realize to more than make up for these after-tax losses — once again, taking into account the time value of money? For example,

strengthen skills in public speaking, group facilitation and working interactively with youth in an educational capacity. Visit website to apply online: crisiscentre.bc.ca/volunteer/ volunteer-youth-educator SPANISH INSTRUCTOR Silver Harbour Centre seeks a volunteer Spanish instructor for one of their four Spanish classes.

Classes are taught weekday daytime and include both beginners and intermediate classes with conversation and written work.

PALLIATIVE CARE VOLUNTEER Volunteers provide companionship, practical help and support to patients and their families within the palliative care unit and oncology department at Lions Gate Hospital and North Shore Hospice. An extensive volunteer training program and lengthy commitment are required.

A wait list exists for volunteers who wish to give their time to this program.

BIG SISTER STUDY BUDDY TUTOR The Big Sisters Study Buddy

because of inflation you will need more than an after-tax $100 profit in the future to make up for an after-tax $100 loss today.

To add to the uncertainty, nobody can predict future investment behaviour or what tax changes could take place.

If all these factors and calculations overwhelm you, seek a tech-savvy financial advisor to run the various scenarios for you.

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. But first, learn enough of the basics so you know what questions to ask — as in: “What effect will the tax rules have on my investment portfolio?”

While tax is only one factor to consider in investment decisions, it is an important one.

Mike Grenby is a columnist and independent personal financial advisor; he’ll answer questions in this column as space allows but cannot reply personally. Email mike.grenby@gmail.com

Program offers Little Sisters the educational support they need by matching them in a oneto-one relationship with a volunteer tutor. Study Buddies meet for one hour a week for a minimum of six months and work together to help the Little Sister improve her educational performance, which will contribute to her overall sense of selfesteem.

I VOTE… DO YOU?

Emily Fattahzadeh, North Shore Resident

I vote because I care about the community. By voting, I help my representative to keep his/her job. I am honoured to vote this year so I take this opportunity to use my right to vote for the health of our country.

Please vote Monday, October 19 nsnews.com/election-2015

ACTIVITY LEADER Volunteer with children and/or youth. In the role as an activity volunteer, participants will assist staff and other volunteers in a variety of programs offered such as sports, cooking, homework clubs, arts, life skills, fun and social-based programs for children/youth ages six-12 or 13-18. This position offers flexibility, enjoyment, one-on-one and group setting time, and allows involvement in the programs that interest volunteers most.

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

YOUR VOTE is YOUR VOICE

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Community Bulletin Board

ELECTIONS INFORMATION WORKSHOP FOR NEW CANADIANS MOSAIC B.C. and Highlands United Church ESL/ELL invite interested parties to this free workshop to learn how Canadians elect their government Tuesday, Oct. 13, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Registration begins at 9 a.m.

CALL FOR MEMBERS French Club is looking for new members. The group meets for casual conversation in French Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon at St. Martin’s Anglican Church, 195 East Windsor Rd., North Vancouver. 604-929-3629 WOMEN’S ENGLISH SKILLS AND SUPPORT GROUP The North Shore Multicultural Society is offering a program for immigrant and refugee women Mondays and Wednesdays until Nov. 4, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Properties Family Hub in Chartwell elementary, 1300 Chartwell Dr., West Vancouver. The group provides a safe space for women to learn English, make friends, and get information about services in the community. Child minding is provided for newborns to age five.

Registration required.

604-988-2931 seogaey@nsms.ca

LEARN ENGLISH Build confidence in both English speaking and writing skills with ESL classes Wednesdays, Oct. 14-Nov. 18, 9:15-10:45 a.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver.

Contact Mollie Nye House to book an appointment for a 30-minute assessment prior to the start date. $90. 604-9875820 mollienyehouse.com

GOURD TIMES Seven-year-old Sienna Laface picks a perfectly round pumpkin at the annual PumpkinFest celebration Oct. 4 at West Vancouver Community Centre. The fall event featured a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, live music, food, games, arts and crafts and more. See more photos at nsnews.com/photogalleries. PHOTO CINDY GOODMAN

COFFEE, CONVERSATIONS AND CONNECTIONS Businesswomen meet for savvy conversation and

networking, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 8:35 a.m. registration, event from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Eagles Hall, 170

West Third St., North Vancouver. Guests: $16.50.

Members: $10. connect@ theconnectedwoman.com

LIBRARY TRUSTEE OPEN HOUSE Learn what the library does for the community and how the governance provided by the library trustees makes it happen Wednesday, Oct. 14, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver.

RSVP. 604-990-5800 x8107 crowem@nvdpl.ca A PERSIAN EVENING Celebrate the International Day of Cyrus the Great

and the First Declaration of Human Rights Wednesday, Oct. 14, 7-8:30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library in the Program Room, 120 West 14th St. nvcl.ca STRATEGIC PLAN RECEPTION Learn about what will guide West Vancouver Memorial Library’s decisions over the next five years and why, Wednesday, Oct. 14, 6:30-8 p.m. at 1950 Marine Dr. 604-925-7403 FALL ADULT ART CLASSES DIY silkscreen classes will be offered Thursdays, Oct. 15-29, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. at Maplewood House, 399 Seymour River Pl., North Vancouver. $140.

Registration required. 604988-6844 nvartscouncil.ca INTRO TO IPAD Drop in and review the basics of using an iPad tablet, look at apps, navigation options and cool new tools Thursday, Oct. 15, 7-8:30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. nvcl.ca PERSIAN BOOK CLUB Read and discuss classical and contemporary Persian literature Thursday Oct. 15, 2-4 p.m. in the Elizabeth Musto Room, West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. westvanlibrary.ca

SO YOU’RE AN EXECUTOR Avoid the pitfalls with advance planning and join as a panel of financial, trust and estate experts share their experience and knowledge Thursday, Oct. 15, 7-8 p.m. at BlueShore Financial Parkgate branch, 3680 Mt. Seymour Pkwy., North Vancouver. blueshorefinancial.com TECH TALKS Navigate the digital marketplace with Cyri Jones and learn how to market yourself and your business Thursday, Oct. 15, 7-8:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. westvanlibrary.ca CEO FALL SERIES KEYNOTE LUNCHEON Presented by the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, Robin Silvester, president and CEO of Port Metro Vancouver speaks Friday, Oct. 16, 11:30 a.m.2 p.m. at Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver.

Members $49; non-members $79; table of eight $392. nvchamber.ca Compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email information for your non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to listings@ nsnews.com. To post online, go to nsnews.com.

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PETS

Dogs of all sizes need leadership Last week I wrote about the chronic problem of unsocialized and untrained small dogs that are allowed to behave obnoxiously towards large dogs while their owners presumptuously expect the large dogs to tolerate the small dogs being, well, jerks.

I’m not sure why some small dog owners seem to think they are issued a get-out-of-jail-free card just because they have a small dog and feel they don’t have to take responsibility for any degree of socialization or training to ensure their dogs are welcome members of the canine community.

Is it because it’s easier to buy small dogs cute clothing, dress them up like little people and allow them to sit on laps and give snuggles? Is it because they are more likely to be allowed into retail establishments because they can be carried, placed in strollers or in purses?

Or is it because they are easier to humanize, and the more they are humanized, the less they are viewed as “real dogs” and therefore exempt from being trained as such?

Well, I’m about to drop an earth-shattering bomb here. Small dogs are real dogs, just like the big ones, but smaller. Their little dog brains are exactly the same as big dog brains and they have the exact same instinctual behaviours.

This means that they can be just as easily trained as the big dogs and it doesn’t require any more or any less effort. But it does require just that — effort.

When I speak about training, there are still many people who think I am speaking of obedience training. Teaching your dog obedience commands, such as sit, down, come heel, etc., is just a small portion of the training pie. There’s also puppy imprinting which, in short, involves systematically exposing your young dog to everyday life experiences to build a picture in its young head of what to expect in life and how to behave

Joan Klucha

Canine Connection

as an adult dog. There’s socialization, which is the lifelong process of regularly exposing your dog to other dogs in social situations so it remains friendly and tolerant of other dogs.

Training also involves leadership. Leadership is the biggest segment of the training pie because it involves setting lifelong boundaries of acceptable behaviour and consistently applying guidance and direction so that a dog learns to trust its owner.

Through that trust, a dog will willingly follow direction with joy and peacefulness. In other words, it means teaching a dog what is acceptable and unacceptable behaviour, being consistent with your boundaries and having the courage to tell the dog “No!” when it steps outside those boundaries.

Fortunately it is never too late to start being a confident leader for your dog. Dogs are more than happy to give you that role and follow your guidance.

In fact, the more confident leadership you provide, the faster your dog will begin to choose more appropriate behaviours, once it has been taught what is acceptable and what is not.

First off, join an obedience class. A good class will not only teach basic obedience, but will also address your dog’s personal leadership needs such as confidence building or setting boundaries.

The class will help you understand your dog’s behaviour and teach you how to apply obedience commands to manage its behaviour and, if required, practical discipline by

SUPER SNIFFER Ward Falkner of the St. John’s Ambulance Therapy Dog Program (right) looks on as Zoom decides which object carries his trainer’s scent. The demonstration of canine obedience and agility took place at Revera’s Hollyburn House seniors residence in West Vancouver. PHOTO PAUL MCGRATH telling your dog “No!” Socialization can start too. Your dog doesn’t have to be a puppy to learn a new and more appropriate way to behave around other dogs. You should enroll your dog in socialization classes, find a qualified trainer to work one-on-one with, or find a dog daycare that offers resocialization as part of its program.

Once you learn how to manage your dog’s behaviour, you can then use those tools to teach it how to behave around other dogs in public. I welcome the opportunity to help people with problem dogs while I’m on my dog walks and I know there are others who do as well.

Sometimes you just have to show that you are trying and others will offer to help.

With some time and effort, soon your small dog can lose the small dog syndrome and become a welcome member of the canine community.

Joan Klucha has been working with dogs for more than 15 years in obedience, tracking and behavioural rehabilitation. Contact her through her website k9kinship.com.

Development Information Open House Early Public Input OpportunityRezoning, OCP Amendment and Density Transfer 119-131 West Esplanade & 120 Carrie Cates Court The City of North Vancouver received a Development Application in September 2013 from Polygon Development 304 Ltd. to amend the Official Community Plan (OCP) with regard to height and to rezone these properties to allow for construction of a mixed-use project.

That Development Application has now been revised to reduce the proposed height of the residential building above West Esplanade to 12 storeys. Retail/commercial space continues to be proposed along the West Esplanade and Carrie Cates Court frontages of the site. The proposed underground parking will be accessed from Rogers Ave. as per the original application. A community amenity component totaling approximately 6,000 sq.ft. has been added in this revised proposal, as well as accommodating additional off-site parking for the new adjacent Presentation House Gallery.

Interested members of the public are invited to attend the following Development Information Open House hosted by Polygon Development 304 Ltd. for an early opportunity to review the proposal and offer comments. The meeting will be organized in an Open House format with display materials describing the development application and a discussion period.

Date : Saturday, October 17, 2015 Time : 12pm to 3pm Location : Outdoors in the parking lot at 119 West Esplanade, North Vancouver Applicant contact : Lorne Wolinsky, Development Manager Polygon Development 304 Ltd. 900-1333 West Broadway Vancouver, BC, V6H 4C2 604-877-1131 email : lwolinsky@polyhomes.com

City of North Vancouver contact : Michael Epp, Planner Community Development, City of North Vancouver 141 West 14th Street North Vancouver, BC, V7M 1H9 604-982-3936 email : mepp@cnv.org

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YOUR NORTH SHORE GUIDE to THE GAMES PEOPLE PLAY

THREE TO SEE THIS WEEK AAA Football Argyle @ West Van Friday, Oct. 16, 3:30 p.m.

PJHL Hockey Richmond Sockeyes @ NV Wolf Pack Saturday, Oct. 17 Harry Jerome arena 7 p.m.

PacWest Volleyball Douglas @ Capilano Saturday, Oct. 17 5 p.m. women 7 p.m. men

North Vancouver’s Austin Sutherland grinds his way through a tough course at the World Mountain Running Championships last month in Snowdonia, Wales. The Grade 11 student at Collingwood School was one of the youngest racers in the junior division. PHOTO SUPPLIED

Over the hill and far away Racer tackles mountain running jr. worlds ANDY PREST aprest@nsnews.com

One of the highlights of North Vancouver mountain runner Austin Sutherland’s young career came when he bested his fellow elite competitors in a contest of skill, will and mental domination.

Or maybe it was just luck.

Sutherland, a 16-year-old Grade 11 student, had the honour of carrying the flag for Team Canada

during the opening ceremonies for the World Mountain Running Championships held Sept. 12-20 in Snowdonia, Wales. A Canadian tradition at the championships is for one of the junior racers to carry the flag – there’s also a senior division – and Sutherland emerged as the chosen one after beating his fellow juniors in an intense game of rockpaper-scissors.

“I’d like to say I’m an expert,” Sutherland said about his rock-

paper-scissors prowess, “but really I just got lucky.”

Sutherland may have won the flag in a game of chance, but everything else that led up to it was earned through countless hours spent chugging up and careening down steep mountain trails. A runner since childhood, Sutherland segued onto the mountain scene after joining the track and field team at Collingwood School a couple of years ago. He also runs track and cross country for

the Hershey Harriers club, but his true love may be in the mountains.

Mountain running is similar to cross country and trail running with the obvious addition that a mountain must always be involved. Courses, which can include trails and roads, usually feature steep uphill and downhill sections.

“I tried a race and I liked it,” said Sutherland. “So I tried another and tried another and found that I was good at it, and really sort of loved the trail running community.”

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It helped that Sutherland lives in a place where it’s easy to fall in love with the mountains.

“It’s mountain running heaven,” he said of the North Shore. “You have the three main peaks right in your backyard, it’s easy to go for a trail run on the weekend. I’m so lucky to live in North Van.” It’s a sport that takes runners through some beautiful natural settings, but it is definitely not a walk in the park. Running uphill on a steep mountain trail is a fairly simple yet potentially soul destroying proposition.

“It’s just fitness,” said Sutherland. “Naturally your body will sort of adapt to the uphill. It’s just through practice that I found uphill running form. Really I just sort of look at my feet and go one foot in front of the other and just try to get up the mountain somehow.”

Sutherland admits that he’s ‘hit the wall’ during mountain races, though thankfully never in a major competition.

“Everything slows down,” he said about the dreaded wall. “My legs feel like they’re super heavy and I can’t move them quick enough. My breathing feels like every breath is laboured.”

While uphill is always a grind, the trickier part, according to Sutherland, is going downhill. It’s a matter of letting your feet go to reach top speed without going too fast for the terrain.

“It’s kind of hard because if you let your feet go too much you’ll face plant, and if you brake too much you’ll lose spots,” said Sutherland.

“It’s just finding the perfect medium.”

There are other hazards out there as well.

“Last year I almost ran into a deer,” said Sutherland with a laugh. “I turned the corner and it was right there.

Luckily it was faster than I was and sprinted off.”

Sutherland is happy it was a deer and not something a little more dangerous. “No bears or cougars. Those are my biggest fears.”

Sutherland’s young career crested July 18 at the national championships held right here on the North Shore at Cypress Mountain. Competing in the U19 division, Sutherland needed a top-3 placing to earn a berth in the world championships. He finished second.

“I had suffered so much throughout the race and just had my eye on that goal of qualifying,” Sutherland said. “It was amazing when I crossed the line and sort of realized that I’d qualified. It wasn’t until a couple of days later that I fully realized the full force of what I did.”

Two months later he was carrying the Canada flag, shoulder to shoulder with the best mountain runners in the world.

“It wasn’t until I sort of lined up with all the other flag bearers that I sort of realized how many people and how many different

nations were competing in the championships,” he said.

“That was pretty cool. I was standing beside Italy and Belgium – it was interesting that despite speaking all different languages, we still enjoyed the same thing.”

There’d be no podium for Sutherland at the worlds – he finished 57 out of 63 – but he was proud to again be the second-place Canadian finisher. Racers needed to be at least 16 years of age to enter, and Sutherland, just two months past his 16th birthday, was one of the youngest racers in the field.

“I worked my heart out,” he said. “It was a tough race, both up and down.

Everybody was just so fast.”

Up next will be the high school cross country running season with the zone championships scheduled for Oct. 28 at Loutet Park and the provincial championships running Nov. 7 at Vancouver Jericho Beach Park.

After that Sutherland is hoping there will be many more opportunities to compete for his country.

With his first world championships already under his belt as well as a recent exchange trip to train in Australia, Sutherland’s career has really picked up speed over the last couple of months.

“It’s just the start right now,” he said. “It was a bit of an eye-opener going to these national competitions…. I definitely want to continue with it and continue competing at a pretty high level.”

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†$2,500 Hondacash purchase incentive is available on select 2015 Civic models (2D LX, 2D EX, 2D EX-L Navi, 2D Si, 4D DX, 4D LX, 4D EX, 4D Touring).Hondacash purchase incentive will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes and cannot be combined with special lease or finance offers. **MSRP is $17,245 based on a new2015CivicDXFB2E2FEXincluding$1,495freightandPDI.Pricesand/orpaymentsshowndonotincludeaPPSAlienregistrationfeeof$30.31andlienregisteringagent'sfeeof$5.25,whicharebothdueattimeofdeliveryandcoveredbythedealeronbehalfofthecustomer.OffersvalidfromSeptember1stthrough30th,2015at participatingHondaretailers.Dealermaysell/leaseforless.Dealertrademaybenecessaryoncertainvehicles.OffersvalidonlyforBritishColumbiaresidentsatBCHondaDealerslocations.Offerssubjecttochangeorcancellationwithoutnotice.Termsandconditionsapply.Visitwww.bchonda.comorseeyourHondaretailerforfulldetails.