The votesareinand we have our A-List! The 2026 NorthShore News Readers Choice Awards are officiallycomplete.
First,a huge congratulations to allwinnersand finalists. Whether youarea multi-year repeat winner,or earning thishonour forthe firsttime,it’s yourmoment to enjoy the spotlight!
This recognitioncomesdirectlyfromour readers, who sharethe same passion forlifeonthe NorthShore as ourhonourees. We were blown away by theenthusiasm: amassive6000+ ballots were castthis year,powerfully reinforcingthepride we all take inwhat makes the Shore specialandunique.
To ensure fairness, ballots required votes in a set number of categories, and onlyone vote per IP address was accepted This guarantees every result is 100% authentic. We encourage you to flipthroughthese pages, celebrate theShore’s favourites, and keep supportingthelocal gemsthatmake thiscommunity extraordinary.
Now, getoutthereand explorethese topchoices for yourself!
Wow!50 years is quiteanamazing placetobeforthisfamily ownedToy Store! BC Playthingshasbeenthe“go to”formanyfamiliesonthe North Shoreand we have beenprivileged to be apartinformingthosememories formanychildrenand parents! So
much so,wehavethegrandparents cominginand reminiscing of their earlyparenting yearsand getting excited aboutwhattheycanstillfind at this little toystore!50years ago, PatGallaherandhisfamily planned andimplemented theirvision for
CanadianTire
DeRosaAutomotiveServices
CraftsmanCollision
gettingqualitytoystotheircustomers. In aVWVan, Patdrove aroundthe provinceandprovided excellent help to newdaycareandpreschool workers so thattheycouldthen offer theirskills to thechildrentheycared for. Thenthe parentscame.Theones who sawthe valueinan excellent toy. Synapses areformedandmemories aremadeinthosechildren’s brains withthehelp of PatGallaher.Now Donna Grocottand Geoff Routledge (North Vanresidentsandhigh school sweethearts) ownthislittleinstitution andarelovingthe experience! We get to seethese little familieswith young toddlers,thenhirethemasemployees andfinally seethem go off intothe worldasamazing adultswhoaregoing totake onthe world! Excellentand curated toys,inquisitiveand playful customers,lovelyemployees whoare helpfulandthoughtfulandan owner who is still akid at heart—thatisBC Playthings!
BC Playthingshaslearnedsomuch fromourcustomersand we striveto findtheperfect itemfor everychild andability! We specializeinfinding
theright sensorytoy/toolforthose thatneed themand we constantly teachourstaffmembershowtouse themin multiple ways.Whether you need something to concentrate, or calm ,we have itemsthatcanassistin school,home,andclinics. We invite ourcustomers to comeinand see, feel, and explorethoseitemswhen we can so thattheymakethemostinformed choicethattheycanas well,because when youare shownhowthefidget toyworks,youwillbemorelikelyto usethem! ❚
Matt andNeil, co-ownersofEvergreen Computersare honouredtoreceive another Platinum Award,proof positivethe Evergreenteam aretruly theNorth Shore’sexperts whenit comes to computers.
Knowledgeableinall thetopcomputer brands and technology, theteam offerssales advice, troubleshooting andrepairs.
Loyalcustomers encourageloyal staff, andfor Evergreen thesupport is mutual.Computers formostofusare nevercompletelystraightforward, so lookingtoatrusted localcompany for advice goes along way.
Thestaffare computerexperts,all highly skilled,certified in avariety oftechnologies andopen to their customers budgets.
TheteamatQueensdaleMarket wouldliketothankour community and supportingcustomers for votingusyour favouritelocaland organicmarketand deli overthe last 9years.Our loyalcustomers have theconvenience,great variety andcustomer/staff relations with personal shopping and lookingfor thosespecial requests.Our custom madedeli sandwiches arewell
known throughout theNorth Shore. Purchasingasmuch locallygrown organicproduce,meats,floraland groceryproducts is always ourfirst choice.Onmanyoccasions we have supportedschoolfunctionsandother charitable events.
To showourappreciation, wewould liketoinviteyou this spring to aBBQ. we will continue to do our best to serveourcommunity.
Thankyou. ❚
TheTeamatAvitaHealthandMassageTherapyCentre
AVITAHEALTH–LOCALLYOWNED,COMMUNITYFOCUSED
“Onbehalf of our team, we’d like to extendourheartfeltgratitude to the NorthShorecommunityforthe continuedtrustthey placein us.” sayPeterand TanyaBachmann, Coownersand Clinic Directors of Avita Healthand Massage TherapyCenter. Formorethan25 years,Avita Health and MassageTherapyCenterhas grownintoacollaborativeteam of almost50practitionersand administrativestaff, unitedbya shared commitmenttoexceptional, patient-centered care. While we offer awiderangeofintegratedhealth services, theclinichasbecome particularly wellknownfor its physiotherapy, chiropracticcare, massage therapyand women’s health services,supportingclientsthrough allstages of healingand wellness. Ourphysiotherapistsand chiropractors take acomprehensive, hands-onapproachtocare, using advancedtools suchasshockwave therapy, IMS/dry needling,and laser therapy, allincluded as part of the treatment at no addedcost.This
allowsourpractitioners to focus onwhat mattersmost: delivering individualized carewithoutany barriers.Weareproud to offerprivate treatment roomsandone-on-one care, ensuring eachclient receives thepractitioner’s full attentionin aprivatesetting.Indoingso, our practitioners regularlycollaborate withoneanother so thateachclient receives theappropriate careall underone roof.
Women’s healthandpelvic floor physiotherapycontinue to bean importantarea of our focus.We recognizethatthistypeofcareis deeplypersonalandintimate,and we arecommitted to creating asafe and supportiveenvironment for everyclient.Our team takesgreat carein pairingclientswiththe practitionerbest suited fortheir needs. This approach extends across ourother servicesaswell,including massage therapy, acupuncture, and clinicalcounselling.Wealsosupport individualsrecoveringfrommotor vehicle accidentsthroughICBC, as wellasthoseinjured at work through
WorkSafe (physiotherapyonly).
At AvitaHealth, we prioritize supportingourpractitionersand administrativeteamsothatthey canprovidethehighestlevelof careinreturn. As alocally owned andoperated business, we are deeply rooted inthe NorthShore community. Fromsupportinglocal organizations to contributing to globalinitiatives,giving backhas alwaysbeen,andcontinuestobe,a part of who we are.
As ourcliniccontinuesto evolve, we remaingrounded inthe values thatguideourapproach to care. With afocusoncollaborationand compassion,our team is dedicatedto supportingthelong term well-being of our NorthShoreclients. ❚
“Thank youfor votingus your favouritephysiotherapyclinicfor11 yearsand counting!”saysNicoBerg, clinic owner.
Since1993, Lynn ValleyOrthopaedic &Sports PhysiotherapyCentrehas offered expert health caretotheir NorthShoreclients.The skilled team of knowledgeable practitionersbring theirbesttothepractice withthe latest treatments andservices.
Patient rehabilitation takesplace in 1800 squarefeetofmodern gymspacewith kinesiologists and physiotherapists performing acupuncture,shockwavetherapy, intramuscularstimulation, manual therapyand more.The clinichasa reputation as asafe, accepting space with an expertstaffand is thereason physicians recommend them so highly. As well, Lynn ValleyPhysiotherapy can direct bill allmajor extended healthcompanies,plusICBCand WSBC claims. ❚
Save-On-Foods’s four locationshave been theNorth Shore’sgrocery-go-to foryears.Loyalcustomerswouldn’t shopanywhere else,finding easy meal solutions,full-servicemeat, seafood, anddelidepartments, abakeryplus theabsolutefreshestproduceand flowers.
Servingcustomers with personable, friendlyservice is what Save-OnFoods does best.
As away of giving backtothe community,thebrand partnerswith Foodmeshtoredirectexpiringand perishablefoodstocommunity groups that turnthem into healthymeals for peopleinneed.Save-On-Foodshas donatedover$30 milliontochildren’s hospitalsandcontributes $3 million in donationstofood banksacross Western Canada each year. Thededicated team takespridein acceptinganother Platinum Award. ❚
EverythingWinehasbeen part of the NorthShorecommunityfornearly 18years,anditmeans so much to the teamthatcustomers recognizethe storeasnotonly agreat placeforwine but alsoone of thebestliquor retailers intheirneighbourhood. “Wecan’t
EverythingWineproudly serves North Shorecustomerswithan extensive selection of wine,alongsidean impressivearray of localcraftbeer andfinespirits. Theknowledgeable
staffarepassionate abouthelping customers explore—whetherthat meansdiscovering anew wine region, learningaboutgin, sake,orBCcraft beer,orfindingtheperfect food pairing.The atmosphereisinclusive, warm,and welcoming to all.
Theteam’sexpertise continuesto grow,andthestoreisespecially excited to welcome Beverley back inhernewroleasVintages Room Consultant,whereher experience andenthusiasm addevenmoredepth to thecustomer experience.The entirestaffareregularlytrainedin bestpracticesforcustomer service, andmostareWSETeducated(Wine &Spirit Education Trust),theglobal benchmarkforwinestudies. Frequent tastingsandproducttrainingensure recommendationsarebased on firsthandknowledge.
Customerscanenjoyfreesamplesat the Tasting Bardailyfrom12:00 to 6:00 PM,offering atry-before-youbuy experience.Classroom-style educational eventsarealsopopular and regularly “surpassexpectations.” Pricing is highlycompetitiveand oftenlowerthan governmentstores. Onlineshopping is available at EverythingWine.caforquickpickup or delivery, oftenwithin twohours. Shopperscanalsofindgifts,including baraccessories, books,cocktailmixes, andcurated giftbaskets. ❚
Since1973, we’vebeenatrusted legal partner forindividuals, families, and businesses across theNorth Shore and GreaterVancouver.
With over50years ofservice,we’re proud of the relationships we’vebuilt, thechallenges we’vehelpedourclients overcome,andthestrong roots we’ve planted inthecommunityweserve.
This year,we’re honoured once again to receivethe Platinum Readers’ Choice Award, arecognition we don’t take forgranted.
Ourlegal team offers abroad rangeof servicescoveringbothpersonaland business matters,including family law, estate planning,employment, business law, real estate,insurance, personalinjury, andcriminallaw. We approach everycasewith aclient-first mindset, focused onlistening,offering clearlegalguidance,andhelpingour clientsmove forwardwithconfidence.
We’vesupportedfamiliesand businesses throughmanystages of lifeandgrowth. Workingwith multiple generations,whetherhelping individuals planahead,orguiding long-standingcompaniesthrough changethisreflectsthe deeptrust we strivetoearnandmaintain.
“Wetakethetime to understandwhat reallymatters to ourclients,” adds Doll.
“That’swhatmakes adifference,not justin results,butinhowsupported people feel alongthe way.”
Ourlawyersbring acollaborative spiritandcommitment to growth thatensures clientsbenefitfroma knowledgeable, evolving team.
Beyondthecourtroomorboardroom, we’recommitted to giving back. We supportlocal sports teams,provide probono services, and participatein communityinitiatives thatmatterto usand to thoseweserve.
As the worldandourclient’s needs change, we continue to evolve, embracingnewchallenges and expandingour servicestostayone stepahead.
We’reproud of ourhistoryand we remainjustascommitted to serving the NorthShoretoday. Thisis our community, and we’rehonoured to be part of it. ❚
SilverlineSecurity LocksmithLtd.
MARTIALARTSSTUDIO
ChampionsMartial ArtsAcademy
AvitaHealth& MassageTherapy
SleepCountry
Family Dental Clinic
We areincrediblyhonoured to be chosen by theReaders Choice Awards forFavouriteFamily Dental Clinic for thelast fiveyears.
We arelucky to have such loyal, amazingpatientsandcompassionate, dedicatedstaff.
At ThirdStreetDental,westrive to providehonestcaring skilled service forall of our patients,new and old.
Ourpatientswillsay that they love comingtoourclinic becausetheyfeel welcome, understoodandcared for.
From themomentpatientswalkin, they feel at home.
We realizethatnot everyone loves goingtothe dentistbut we strive to make it acomfortable pleasant experienceforall.
Thankyou againforchoosingusas your FavouriteFamilyDental Clinic. We aresoappreciative. ❚
ALWAYSHERETOHELP
“Weare humbledthatNorth Shore residentshavechosen to recognize ourwork: bringing life-changinghelp to ourneighbours. We’rethankfulfor this generous support,” says Kevin Lee of HarvestProject.
Forover33years HarvestProject has brought vitalcareandcontinuestobe aplace to volunteerandgive backto thecommunity.
TheteamatHarvest Project offers supportthrough coaching,counsel, groceryandclothing resources, plus aRent Bank andother specialized services.
TheGrocerySupportProgram annually shares with client households,overone milliondollars’ worthofdonatedgroceries.
Known to theNorth Shorecommunity for“extending ahandup,nota handout”Harvest Project brings residentstogether to “Helpsavelives Closetohome.” ❚
We’rehonouredtoberecognized once againasone of your favourite accountingfirms. This recognition belongstoour clients, ourteam, and theNorth Shorecommunity,who inspireusevery day.
We believe accountingisaboutmore than numbers— it’s aboutpeople,
trust,and being asteadypresence throughevery seasonoflifeand business.
Thankyou fortrustingus with what mattersmost.Welookforward to continuing to serveNorth Shore familiesand local businessesfor many yearstocome. ❚
MOVINGCOMPANY
EdgemontMoving &Storage
NON-PROFITORGANIZATION
HarvestProject
NORTHSHOREHOTEL
ThePinnacleatthePier
OILCHANGECENTRE
Mr.Lube
ORGANICGROCERYSTORE
QueensdaleMarket
“Weare thankful forourclientsand this wonderfulcommunity.Everyone’s supporthas made our65-year-old family-run business awell-knownand multiaward-winningcompany,”says Edgemont Moving &Storageowner DavidCrawford.
Clientssay themovers are professional,efficient,reliable, friendly, andaffordable.“We pack,
move andstore smalland large households on theNorth Shore, across BC,and internationally,” adds Crawford.InappreciationEdgemont
Moving is waivingthe rental of up to 5usedwardrobeand/or TV boxesfor clientswithbookedmovesthrough to May 31,2026, when they mentioncode NS26platinum.
OwnersSilvana FrancisStagnittaand Gerado Leyson,and theirteamare delighted to receive another Platinum Awardwin.
Lynn ValleyBarbershop,established in1967 by Stagnitta’sfather,has been agatheringplace forNorth Shore residentswho seek agreat haircut.
In 2008,Gerardo Leyson joinedasa partner,and todayclientsagesrange
from babiestoseniors (the latter receive adiscounted rate).
Lynn ValleyBarbershophas a“familylike atmosphere,” says Silvana. “Whether it’s atraditionalor modern cut,ourskilledteamensures great haircutsatfairprices.”
Allbarbershighlytrained and skilled, so clientsknowtheyare in reliable and safe expertcare.
Book onlineorbyphone,the team look forwardtoseeingyou. ❚
PLATINUMWINNERS
PERSIANRESTAURANT
YaasGrill
PETSUPPLIESSTORE
Bosley’sPetFoodPlus
PHARMACY
ShoppersDrugMart
PHYSIOTHERAPYCLINIC
LynnValleyOrthopaedic &SportsPhysiotherapy
PILATESSTUDIO
KahlenaMovement
FarmerGracewithMaplewoodFarmresidentWilma
PASSIONATEABOUTNATURE,INSPIREDBYCOMMUNITY
“Thanks so much to everyone from ourcommunity whovoted forusas theirfavouritedestinationthisyear,” says Nathan Wagstaffe of Maplewood Farm.
We love being able to offeran interactivefarmenvironment right hereonthe NorthShore. It’s aprivilege to providethisunique experience that’s family friendly,educational and very importantly –fun.
Ourteamtakes pride in making every visitspecial. Ourchildren’sprograms aremostpopular, butwealsolove welcomingvolunteer groups,birthday partiesand more.
This year we look forwardtoseeing oldfriends,makingnewfriendsand continuing to inspirealovefornature, animals and sustainableliving.
“Thankyou to allofour supporters. Please help uscelebratebystopping in fora visitand sharing your passion fornaturewith us.” ❚ 2021-2025 405SeymourRiverPlace,NorthVancouver 604-929-5610 |maplewoodfarm.bc.ca
We arehonouredtobe named Favourite Pharmacyinthe 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. “Onbehalfoftheentire team,weare so grateful to everyone in theNorth Shore community whotook thetime tovoteforus,”saidHeather Wozny, PharmacyManager at Shoppers Drug Mart Park &Tilford. “Thisrecognition reflectsthe dedication of ourteam
and thetrustour patientsplace in us.”
We strivetoprovide ourcommunity with reliable health and customer carethroughour wide selection of pharmacyservices, beauty, grocery, and everyday essentials. We proudly support localcharities and strengthenthe community we call homebysupporting theShoppers Foundationfor Women’sHealth and NorthShore Crisis Services Society through our annualinitiatives:Run forWomen, GivingShelter, Beauty Mingles, and theGrowing Women’s Health campaign. 2021-2025 604-904-0150 |shoppersdrugmart.ca
PRIVATELIQUORSTORE
TheGullLiquorStore
PRIVATEWINESTORE
EverythingWine
PRODUCESTORE
Kin’sFarmMarket
RECREATIONCENTRE
DelbrookCommunity RecreationCentre
RETIREMENTRESIDENCE
ROOFINGCOMPANY
PenfoldsRoofing&Solar
SEAFOODRESTAURANT
Fishworks
SEAFOODSTORE
TheCrabShop
SECONDHANDSTORE
TheSalvationArmy ThriftStore
SKI/BOARDSTORE
NorthShoreSki&Board NORTHSHORENEWS
Amicaat EdgemontVillage
Thankyou,North Vancouver, for voting Centennial Theatreyour ‘FavouritePerformingArtsTheatre’ forsix consecutiveyears!Located in central Lonsdale, Centennial is the largesttheatre on theNorth Shore andhas been aculturalhub since 1966. Thetheatre hostsa wide range of performances,fromfeaturing nationaland international touring productions to showcasing local talent
withtheNorth ShoreFolkFestival, Vancouver SymphonyOrchestra,the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festivaland theArtists and Musicians PerformanceSeries (AMPS).Generations of families have experiencedthe magicoflive performance here.NVRC’stheatre teamappreciatesthisrecognition and looksforward to continuing to entertainaudiencesinthe yearsto come! ❚
Favourite
ACOMMUNITYGATHERINGSPOT
NVRCisproud to help North Vancouverresidents be active, creativeandengaged.Thispride shines throughatDelbrook Community RecreationCentre, which hasbeenvoted ‘FavouriteRecreation Centre’ foreight yearsinarow. Sinceopeningin2017, thecentre has becomea vibrant gatheringspot, offeringawiderangeoffitness,
sports,andarts programs forall ages andabilities. Beyond itsexcellent amenities–likeapool, fitness centre, artstudio,gymnasiumandon-site café–whattruly sets Delbrook apart is thededicationandcareofits staff. Everyone at NVRC is grateful forthis recognition! ❚
“Wewouldliketoshareourgreatest thanks and deepappreciation to all of ourloyalcustomerswho regularly shophereandhavevotedusas their favouriteprivateliquorstore5+ years in rownow,” Gill(theownerpictured above)shared withus.
Withcompetitivepricing, sales belowGovernmentpricing,and over 5000uniqueoptions to choosefrom, thislocally owned andoperated business hasbeenthego-to formany NorthShoreresidents seekingthe bestinwine,spirits,beer, customer service(andmore!) forover10years now. Salesare scheduledoften andwith avarietyof productson rotation so thereisalwaysadeal to behadnomatterwhat you’re after. Fromyourcheapandcheerful weeknight pastared wines, thelatest craftbeerreleasestosuperpremium Bordeaux winesandrarecollectable Single Malt Whisky you’llfind something foreveryoneatThe Gull. Whilenavigatingmanyretailoutlets can oftenbedifficult, shoppingat TheGull is alwaysatreat andnever achallenge.
With plentyofstaffwhoarehappy to help,finding the rightitem for therightoccasion is abreezehere.
Youcan take yourtime,chatwith thestaffabouttheir suggestions and rememberthisfun fact,they’ve donethe tastingfor youduring their ownproductknowledge sessionswith somestaff being WSET certified.Sovaluableintel is theirs to sharewith you.
TheGullLiquor Storefurther provides easy access forquickinand-outshoppingwithitsprime locationandample parking at the Park &Tilford shoppingcentre in theheart of NorthVancouver, and unlikemostotherliquorstores intheareatheyalsoofferonline shoppingand same-daydelivery options foreaseandconvenience to thosewhoareseekingit. Need to findan obscureliqueur forthat newcocktail you’re mixing up at home?
Visitgullliquorstore.comand browse theentirestore inventory at theclick of afew buttons.
Lastbutnotleast,thestoretakes prideinitscommunitybyhiringa diverserangeofstaffandannually donating to anumber of local charities, including Athletics4Kids andthe NorthShoreCrisisServices, providing achoice example of local retail doneright.Through challengingtimesThe Gullhave kepttheir doorsopen to the North Shorecommunity365days ayear for10years.
Theseare just some of many reasonswhyThe GullLiquor Store has repeatedly wonthe Reader’s Choiceandnowearneditself aPlatinum Awardforwhatit has to offer.
“Wesincerelyappreciate our customershere, anditmeans alot to our team to knowthatallthe hardworkweputintomakingthe business standoutisappreciated by thecommunityinturn,”Gill concluded.
Visit soon,enjoyyourtimehere, and makesomenewdiscoveries.
Back in 2007 Dr.JohnTod Pelly opened hisfirstclinic,withastaffofone–himself. Fast forwardto2025andhis clinic hasgrown to 14employees. ThePelly Clinic team treats patients with avariety of carelevelsbut specializes in athletes andyoung families. Winning theReaders Choice Awardfor thefifthconsecutiveyearis anhonour thestaffshareproudly.
VETERINARYCLINIC VCALynnValley VeterinaryClinic
VIETNAMESERESTAURANT V-NamRestaurant
WEEKENDBRUNCH BLVDBistro
YOGASTUDIO YYoga
TheClinic offersthree unique techniquesfor adjustingdifferent patients andbody types, as well as RegisteredMassage Therapyand ahostofAdjunctiveTherapies, including NeuroStimpods,Class IV LaserTherapy,PEMFand BrainTap. They also offerdiagnostic nerve testingandon-sitedigital X-rays. ThePelly Clinic –experience the differenceyourself! ❚
MORTGAGESMADEEASY
“Iam so honoured andgratefulto have been recognized as the North Shore’sfavouritemortgagebroker forfiveyears in arow,” says Trish Neufeld. “Thisawardreflectsthe trust andsupportofmyvaluedclients and the community.”
Neufeldpridesherselfin being resourceful, tireless in hersearch forfinding the best solutionfor her clients.“I work formyclients,not for
TrishNeufeld
thebanks,” sheadds. Thatmeansher advice is unbiased and her patience and understanding goes along way. Clients repeatedly post onher Google reviewsthatNeufeld is “knowledgeable,reliable, compassionate and of course, professional.”Her businessis100% paperlessand allmeetingsare done virtually from thecomfort of client’s homeoroffice.
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SilverHarbourSeniors’
ActivityCentre
•HearatHomeMobile
HearingClinic
•MealsonWheels
STORAGECOMPANY
EdgemontMoving&Storage
•MapleLeafSelfStorage
•LionsGateMiniStorage
VETERINARYCLINIC
SkylineVeterinaryClinic
•VCALynnValley
AnimalHospital
•VCANorthShore
AnimalHospital
ExceptionalFood ExceptionalLiving
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