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A big part of what makes the North Shore one of the best places in the world to live is the diverse selection of small businesses throughout North and West Vancouver.
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In the following pages, you will find reasons from A-Z to keep your shopping dollars local. We encourage you to show your #NorthShore pride and #ShopLocal!
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Residents from Horseshoe Bay to Deep Cove have no reason to leave their beautiful community to shop elsewhere… everything they could possibly need or want can be found here on the North Shore. The best part? Shopping locally means an immediate boost to our economy which keeps the North Shore a vibrant and thriving community.
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Fashion and foundations for the full figured woman
For more than 26 years, Above Average Lingerie & Fashions have been providing an extensive selection of quality bras and panties in “hardto-find” sizes. Experienced staff are always available for professional bra fittings. We are pleased to also offer a variety of fashionable clothing, activewear and sleepwear, all in sizes 14+
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Bishops Jewelers has been in business since 1955, providing premium quality service and exceptional craftsmanship. We specialize in all styles of jewelry including custom designs made by Hovig goldsmith! Amazing selection of beautiful wedding and engagement rings.
1598 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver | 604.988.4717 Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 9:30-5:30
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t Couch Potato, our passion is your creation of a comfortable, stylish and homey atmosphere. Choose your Canadian made upholstery, from the smallest apartment sofa to the largest Sectional, or sofa bed, in your style, your colour and your comfort. As well you can choose from Ready-to-Go upholstery and occasional tables. We promise a quality product and assistance with your needs in mind, that’s why Couch Potato is “The store that Friends tell Friends about.”
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erosa Auto Let us show your car some Love! February 65+ point Courtesy Inspection with Oil & Filter Service for $37.95
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F Ellison Travel & Tours opened in 1980 and now employs more than 90 full and part time travel professionals in 6 locations: North Vancouver, BC, Exeter, London, Ottawa and Toronto, ON and Halifax, NS. Today, the family-run company covers a broad swath of the travel market including vacation and corporate travel and specializes in customized tours for adult and student groups. Marcie Ellison-Outerbridge manages her team in the North Vancouver location offering vacation travel, tours for women and corporate travel in addition to their group travel services for students and adults. Visit their website at www.ellisontravel.com for all your travel needs.
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NOW The original landowner, John Lawson, named the area Hollyburn when he established a farm nearby and sold waterfront property to people wanting summer cottages. Much has changed since that time, but our commitment to providing compassionate care to families in a difficult time never will.
Hollyburn Funeral Home 1807 Marine Drive, West Vancouver 604.922.1221 | hollyburnfunerals.com
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm #101-315 West 1st Street North Vancouver 604.983.2470 www.ellisontravel.com
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stablished in 1937, Hollyburn Funeral Home has served the residents of North Vancouver and West Vancouver for more than 80 years. We are still located in our original building, with its beautiful stained glass windows, at the corner of 18th Street and Marine Drive in West Vancouver.
Dignity Memorial is a division of Service Corporation International (Canada) ULC.
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ighland Optical is a small, independently owned, full-service optical boutique providing carefully curated, unique, beautifully crafted frames to distinguish our clients from the masses.
Genesis Athletic Club New Year Special Are you looking to change up your fitness routine in 2019? Come in during January to sign up for your free one week trial pass and experience the best equipped fitness facility on the north shore. We have equipment for every goal and we’re happy to help you achieve yours.
Plus, sign up for a one or two year membership before January 31, 2019 and receive your first month free.
125-949 3rd Street West, North Vancouver 604.986.9177 | www.genesisathleticclub.com
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IN THE RAW... Food for Dogs and Cats Inc.
Raw Food, Treats, Soaps & Supplements, Birthday Cakes, Beds & Bowls, Collars & Leads.
Personable, professional assistance from our informed opticians will assure you of the best and latest lens technology and style advice that guarantees your choices. Enjoy eyewear shopping in a lively, fun atmosphere where you’re sure to have an experience you’ll want to repeat.
Knowledgeable. Professional. Personable.
3104 Edgemont Boulevard, North Vancouver 604.988.8919 • www.highlandoptical.ca
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Everything looks better in a frame At Jones & Company, we work hard to ensure that every project we take on surpasses our client’s expectations. We use the finest quality mouldings, materials and framing techniques and guarantee that you are getting the very best that bespoke picture framing has to offer. We frame everything from fine art, limited edition prints, photographs and fabrics to family heirlooms, sports jerseys, medals, mirrors and just about everything else you could possibly imagine. Everything looks better in a frame. From small budgets to unlimited ones, we can find exactly what you are looking for and make it look spectacular!
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MONDAY TO FRIDAY 10-7 | SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10-6 We look forward to helping you and your fur kids for an extra hour everyday... and two on Sunday! 150 East 2nd Street, North Vancouver | 604-904-3647 www.intherawpetfood.com
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At Korna Natural Pet Supplies, we believe that dogs and cats are healthiest when they eat whole, natural foods we would eat ourselves. These foods should be without fillers or by-products, artificial colours or flavours, additives or artificial preservatives. We have a wide variety of foods that fit this criteria including raw frozen, freeze dried, dehydrated, canned, and kibble varieties.
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For Lovers Gift Sets & More The Love Nest has been bringing sexy back into the bedroom for 30+ years in lower Lonsdale. Join us in a welcoming and comfortable space to learn more about how to keep things fun & exciting in your love life and shop for the latest in adult products, lingerie, books, novelties, lubes & lotions, body waxing & more. You’ll LOVE it!
We know you want the healthiest options for your pets and it’s our job to provide those options with the best possible service. Try out our webstore and receive free delivery with every $60 purchase!
1174 Marine Drive, North Vancouver 604.904.2008 | kornapet.com
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With interest rates rising, strict government regulations in place, and a slower local Real Estate market, the mortgage marketplace has never been more complicated.
Providing in-depth coverage of your community since 1969.
Michael James is one of BC’s top mortgage brokers and his clients really appreciate the expert advice, timely service, and best rates available he can offer. Michael is free to shop around to an entire range of lenders to offer you the best rates and lowest penalties possible. This allows you to find the solutions you seek.
The North Shore News has a strong personal and professional investment in the community. For our readers, we provide provocative and informative reporting through our team of experienced and award-winning journalists. For local businesses, we offer print and digital marketing products which can target their customers and raise awareness of their business – all the while helping to build a strong and vibrant local economy.
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Bottom of Lonsdale 123 Carrie Cates Ct. North Vancouver 604.985.6261 www.lonsdalequay.com
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Stong’s Market is your local full service grocery store, established in 1931 in Vancouver by Carson Stong. We are 100% BC owned and operated.
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At Stong’s, we offer a wide selection of products. We carry all major brands as well as an extensive selection of unique, gourmet, natural, organic and plant-based products. We pride ourselves on being the local grocer and in turn support local suppliers large and small. You can find hundreds of local brands throughout our stores.
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Scrumptious Gluten Free Vegan Bakery Two Daughters Bakeshop is a dedicated 100% gluten-free and vegan boutique bakery offering from scratch treats such as cookies, bars, muffi ns, cakes muffins, and cupcakes. Try our freshly baked bread on Wednesday/Saturday and Sunday. Come see us on Saturday to try our wonderful mini donuts. All our products are produced in house with love.
To top it off, our Meat Department is second to none. Our meat is cut fresh and packaged in-store by apprenticed meat cutters not at a central plant. Our selection includes exotic seafood and gourmet items such as pheasant, quail, and ostrich. Thank you for choosing to shop local.
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West Vancouver Optometry Clinic is conveniently located in the Dundarave area of West Vancouver. We invite you to experience the latest in eyecare with our state of the art products and equipment. Our recently renovated clinic has a stylish eyeglass studio, complete contact lens services and the best sunglass selection around. We carefully craft your glasses in our in-house lab, ensuring highest quality and the best delivery times. At West Vancouver optometry, our mission is to provide the highest quality, comprehensive eye health and vision care services to you and your family. We Speak English, French, German, Serbian, Polish, Russian, Mandarin and Cantonese!
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