June 4, 2025 by North Shore News Features

Amblesidecentreplanstalls at West

SPORTSA17

Homeice

WinterClub ice shippedto EdmontonforStanley Cupfinal

SPECIALSECTIONB1

Seniorsweek

CelebrateNorthShoreseniors withthisspecial feature

Community rallies around family afterchilddiesin tragicbuscrash

ABBY LUCIANO

aluciano@nsnews.com/Local JournalismInitiativeReporter Communitymembersare comingtogethertomourn alossandrallysupportforafamilyafterafour-yearold boydiedandtwootherwomen,includingthe boy’smother,wereinjuredafterbeingstruckby a busdriverinHorseshoeBaylast Wednesday.

West Vancouverpolice respondedtoacrashatKeith RoadandBayStreetaround3:30p.m.,May28,wherethree pedestrianswere reported“tobepinnedbeneath atransit bus,”accordingtoa releasefrom West Vanpolice.

Firefightersandparamedicswere on scene to provide life-savingeffortsforthethreeindividuals,policesaid in a statementlastweek.Four-year-oldLeonardoMachadodied atthescene.Hismother,Silvana Schramm,isstillinhospital butinstablecondition.Thesecondwoman,whoisbelieved to beafamilyfriend,wasalso takentohospitalandisin stablecondition.

TheresaMorrison,afriendandco-workeroftheboy’s father,launchedaGoFundMeSunday to raise fundsto help thefamily withfuneralandtransportationexpensesand ongoing rehabilitationforthemother.

Morrisonsaidhasbeenoverwhelmedbyhowmuchsupportsheisseeingfromthecommunitytohelpthefamily.

“Justknowinghowmanypeoplehavebeentouchedby

thistragedy,Iknow…themessagethat[the father]has foreveryonerightnowisthattragediescananddobring peopletogether,andtragediescandefeatyouoryoucan succeedthem,”Morrisonsaid.

Morrisonand her husband areownersofAJ’s Brooklyn PizzaJointin Vancouver,wheretheboy’s father,Clineu Machado, hasworkedforthelastfouryears.

Amemorialgrows for four-year-old LeonardoMachado followingatragicbuscrash May 28 outsideoftheHorseshoe Bay ferry terminalthatlefttheboydead and two other womeninjured,including theboy’smother. PAUL MCGRATH / NSN

Life is Better with aView

AtSummerhill PARC, you’ll enjoyeverything youneed fora healthy, vibrantandactive independent lifestyle.It’sstressfreesenior livingelevatedwithpremium services:chef-prepared cuisine,personalized ﬁtnessclasses, anonsite WellnessConsultant,complimentarytransportation,engaging socialactivitiesand afriendlycommunity.

For alimited time,wehave beautifulnewly renovated two-bedroom suites withstunning west-facing views. Pricedat$7,995/month, thesesuites won’tlast long.

Ourstunning West Coastlocationoffersbreathtakingviews and adynamiclifestylewithendlessopportunities forsocial, cultural, and recreationalactivities.

Don’tmissout,callJackieReidtoday to book your personalized tour at 604.980.6525.

parcliving.ca/summerhill

13515thStreet West,North Vancouver

Ambleside centreplanstalls at West Vancouver council

NICKLABA

nlaba@nsnews.com

West Vancouvercouncilisn’tpassinganewareaplanforitscentral Amblesideneighbourhoodanytime soon.

AtameetingonMonday, May 26,most of councilwantedtodelay first reading oftheAmblesidecentrelocalareaplan. Thatcomesafterthe votehadjustbeen deferredatthepreviousmeeting on May 12,after receivingalast-minuteletter fromtheAmblesideDundaraveResidents Association.

Councilagain receivedaletterfrom ADRAbeforetheMay26meeting,asking formoretimetoconsidertheplan.

Whilemostmembers of councilwanted to delaythedecision,they couldn’tagree forhowlong.Coun.ScottSnider putforwardamotiontodeferafirstvotetoJune 9, butthevotefailed3-3.

Couns.Linda Watt,ChristineCassidy andPeterLamburwereopposed,wantingtowaituntilthedistrict receives incominghousingdemandsfromthe province,whichtheysaidcouldimpactthe Amblesideplan.

Wattwasactingmayorduringthe discussion,asMayorMark Sagerhad recusedhimselfbecauseheownsanoffice inAmbleside.

Atthemeetinglastweek,seniorplanner DavidHawkinspresentedtheplantocouncil,withcoloured illustrationsofwhatthe revitalizedneighbourhoodcouldlooklike.

BOGUSBANKER

Basedonextensivecommunity feedback,theplanwouldnowprioritize low-rise(threetofourstorey)buildings alongtheMarine Drive corridor–notthe

fiveto six storeyspreviouslyproposed. Changeswouldaimto revitalizethe commercialareas,includingwidened sidewalks andadditionalparking.Theplan

also allowsfor morehousing,concentrated on a fewkeysites.Thosehigher-densitylocationsincludethe1600block of Bellevue Avenue(FreshSt.Market) andthe 1400block of Clyde Avenue.

Hawkinssaidstaff recommendedcouncilpass first readingonMay26,andset a publichearingforJune 23.

Issueshouldbedelayedweeksor months,councillorssay

Beforecouncil’sdiscussionbegan, Watt notedthatthedistricthad received a letter from theprovince on May22,whichoutlinedthe resultsofanadvisor’s review of thedistrict’shousing policyandpractices.

MinisterofHousing andMunicipal AffairsRaviKahlonsaidParkRoyal-Taylor Waywillbecomeatransit-oriented area withadditionaldensity requirements, and thatplans mustbeupdatedtoaccommodatemore housinginAmbleside and Dundarave Village.

“Therehasbeenconsiderabledialogue going on behindthescenesastowhether weshouldbemovingforwardwiththis [Amblesideplan]rightnow, because we’ve gotamonthto get intodialogue andsend our responsebacktotheprovincebefore theyfullycome downwithwhatitisthat theywant,” Wattsaid.

Wattsuggestedthatcouncil shouldtake atleastthe next monthor more toconsiderhowtheprovince’sdemandscould impacttheAmblesideplan.

ContinuedonA26

North Vancouversenior taken for $23,000 in bank card scam

BRENT RICHTER

brichter@nsnews.com

North VancouverRCMPare callingonthepublictobe vigilantafteralocalsenior wasscammedfor$23,000 andinvestigatorssaythey are awareofnumerousothersimilar casesontheNorthShore.

Accordingto police,the elderlywoman receivedaphone callonMay15fromsomeone purportingtobe a fraudinvestigatorfromherbank.The suspect warnedherthatfraudulent

purchaseshadbeenmade on heraccountandthatthechipon herbankcardwouldhavetobe checked.

Soonafter,amanclaimingto be from her bankcametoherto collecthercards.Thefraudster wentontorackup $23,000in fraudulentcharges.

Thevictim reportedtheincidenttoherbankandtotheRCMP inhopesshemightbeableto recoupsomeofthelostmoney.

Itwastheninthcasewith a similarpatternofeventsthat

policehavebecomeaware of. Theybelievethatthesuspect orsuspectsmaybetravelling throughout theLowerMainland andarecurrentlyatworkinNorth Vancouver.

Whilethefraudsare under investigation, North Vancouver RCMPConst.Mansoor Sahak urgedeveryone–particularlypeoplewhoarevulnerableandthose close tothem–tobecautious.

“Wecontinueto repeat our warnings,butwedon’tmind beingabroken record We need

would-betargetstoknowhowto recognizethesescams,”Sahak said,addingthatthefraudsters canbehighlyconvincing.“We alsoneedfriends,family,neighbours,anyonewho interacts withtheelderlyorthosewhoare newtoCanadatotellthemabout thesescams,howto recognize them,andwhattodoiftheyare contactedbyascammer.”

Anyone whohasbeenvictimizedbyfraudshould call their localpolice or 911.Attempted fraudsshouldbe reportedtothe

CanadianAnti-FraudCentreat 1-888-495-8501. Inthemeantime,policeoffer thefollowingadvice:

•Don’tbeafraidtosayno

•Doyour research

Nevergiveoutpersonalinformationsuchas:

• Yourname

• Youraddress

• Yourbirthdate

• YourSocialInsuranceNumber (SIN)

• Yourcreditcardorbanking information

Districtof West VancouverCoun.Nora Gambioli stands at theintersectionof 17thStreet andMarineDrive in West Van. Sheistheonly councilmembercurrently voting to move the Ambleside centreareaplan forward. PAULMCGRATH / NSN

West Van called out forleaving Capilano Pacific Trailsevered

BRENT RICHTER brichter@nsnews.com

Morethanfouryears afteralandslideseveredoneoftheNorth Shore’s mostpopular trails,theDistrictof West Vancouverisbeing calledoutforleavingit closed.

The7.5-kilometre CapilanoPacific Trailonce wentrightfromthemouth oftheCapilanoRiverallthe waytotheClevelandDam, butthedistrictpermanently closedthesectionrunning alongHugoRayParkand theCapilano ViewCemetery following aJanuary2021 landslideclosetoMoyne Drive.

West Vancouver residentChrisDysonwithhis dog EllieMae outsidethe fencedoffsectionofthe Capilano Pacifictrail, which wasclosedafteralandslidein2021. PAULMCGRATH / NSN

“Thiswasaniconic hikingtrail….I’vewalked withmydogstherefor30years.It’s our belovedhikingtrail,”saidChris Dyson,who lives nearby.“Moreandmoreinfrastructure keepsfallingapartin West Vanthatthey’re not repairing.”

Followingtheslide, West Vancouver establishedathree-kilometre detour that veers up alongtheUpper LevelsHighway before goingintothe British Properties’ ThirdStreet,Mathers Avenue,Stevens Drive, RabbitLaneandMoyneDrivebefore reconnectingwith thetrailagain.

ButDoylesaid, forpeopleseekingawalk in thewoods,that’snodetour at all.

“Ittakesabout25minuteseachwayfor thedetoursection,”hesaid.“It’snotfeasible atall.Peoplecomeknockonmydoorand they’re like,‘I don’tunderstandthismap.’”

The2021landslidealso nearlytookout a sewerline servingmorethan500homesin theBritishProperties.In2022,theprevious councilvotedtoinstallanewpermanent linethroughthewoodsto the northofthe cemetery, wellawayfromthegeotechnically riskyslidesite,andto reconnectthe CapilanoPacific Trailon topofit.

Thesewerprojectwent ahead,butsome MoyneDrive residentswereopposedto thetrailrunningalongtheirpropertiesand councilinsteadsoughtmoreconsultation.

In thefirstmeetingaftertheNovember 2022election,thenewcouncilvotedinstead toseekanewpedestrianbridgeacrossthe geotechnicallyunstablearea.Inabehindclosed-doorsmeetinginMay2023,council passedamotionaskingMetro Vancouver forfinancialsupportforafeasibilitystudy

toconstructabridge.Metro Vancouver provideda responsein2024,confirming thebridgeplan wasnotpossiblebecause ofsubstantialgeotechnicalrisks,butthe regionalgovernmentacknowledgedthetrail is“apopular recreationalamenityandisan importantnorth-southconnectorwithinthe RegionalGreenway Network.”

Metrostaffaddedthattheywould “welcomecollaboratingwiththedistrict on identifyingoptions for apossible reroute thatmeetssafetystandards.”

Onceitbecameclearthatnoviable detourorbridgecouldbeestablishedalong theriver,councilshouldhave revertedback tothe2022proposalthroughthe woods, Dysonsaid.

“Theystillspentallthemoneyonthe sewerbuttheydidn’tdoanythingwiththe trail,”hesaid.“Thetrailwouldhavejust basicallybeenputtinggravelontop.”

Trailcounter statisticsindicatedmore 56,000visitorswalkedtheCapilano Pacific in2020,accordingtoa West Vancouverstaff report.

Morethanabeautifulaccesspoint throughnature,thetrailisimportanttothe municipality’s history, havingoncebeen a raillineusedforearlylogging,Dysonsaid.

Withthetrailaccessnoweffectively a deadendonKeithRoad,theareaisbecomingadestinationforpeoplecampinginvans, butwithnofacilitiesorservicesnearbyand nosupervision,the woodsareaccumulating garbage,human wasteandneedles,Dyson said.

ZEROEMISSIONS

DistrictofNorth Vancouvergrants permits for $140M hydrogenplant

BRENT RICHTER brichter@nsnews.com

DistrictofNorth Vancouvercouncilhas givenits final approvalforamassive newhydrogenproductionplantonthe industrialwaterfront.

Councilvotedunanimously May26to grantdevelopmentpermitsfor HTEC’s $140-millionliquefactionplantto bebuilt alongsideERCO Worldwide’ssodiumchloratefacilityatthefootofForrester Avenuein theMaplewoodneighbourhood.

HTECannouncedplansin2022to purchasethepropertyfromERCOwith intentionstostartcapturing15tonnes ofbyproducthydrogenperdaythatis currentlyventedintotheatmosphereand processitfordistributionforzero-emission vehicles.

Thecompanyexpectstheliquefaction planttoproduceenoughhydrogenfuelto keepabout300heavy-dutydieselvehicles onthe roadannually–anet reductionof about141,000tonnesofcarbon dioxide per year.

Inbroadstrokes,councilalreadyagreed tothehydrogenplantviaa rezoning process in2023but,becauseofitsmajor industrial nature,theprojectneedsaseparate developmentpermitensuringthatithas been vettedfornaturalhazardrisks,streamside protection,energyandwaterconservation, greenhousegas reductions,as wellasform andcharacter.

Districtstaffsaidlastweekthatthecompany’sapplicationhadcheckedoutonall frontsandadvisedcounciltogoaheadwith thepermits.

CouncilmemberspraisedHTEC’s project forintensified useofindustrialland,the50 short-termconstructionand15long-term operationsjobsitwouldbring,as wellas

itspotentialfor helpingtheprovinceand countrymeetourgreenhousegas reduction mandates.

“Iloveagoodscience project,sothisis a definitelyaninterest,to bringthatscientific communityontotheNorthShoreandadd thiskindofcapacitywiththepotentialto makeaverysignificantdifference,”said Mayor MikeLittle.

ButLittlealsotooktheopportunityto notethatHTEC’s businessventurewould neverworkinanotherjurisdictionwhere taxpayersdon’t helpkeepthecostofelectricitylow.

“It’saverythirstycustomertocryogenicallycoolhydrogenand putitintofuel cells.Andinthe provinceofB.C.,wehave subsidizedelectricity,” he said.“Iwanttoget the biggest bangforour publicbuckwhen we’realltheonesinvestinginthecapitalto producethat hydroelectricenergy.”

HTECCEOColinArmstrongsaid,though the hydrogenindustryisjustgettingoff thegroundinB.C.,it’sfarfromascience experiment.

“It’samulti billion-dollarindustry,” he said.“Veryexpensive rocketships have a lotofitstrappedto[them],andit’susedin glassmanufacturing,chip manufacturing, solarvoltaicmanufacturing,hydrogenation offoodandallsortsofotherthings.”

AndArmstrongadded hydrogenwill absolutely have a placeinB.C.’scleaneconomy, particularlyfor heavy industrywhere batteryelectricvehiclesaren’twellsuited.

“Electricityisnottheonly pathwayto getthatzeroemission,” he said.“Whenyou thinkaboutthescopeneededfordriving bussesandtrucksandtrains,youneedalot ofelectricity,andyouneedto havealternatives.…Thishydrogen provides another pathway.”

Thisdesigngraphicshows HTEC’sproposed new hydrogen processingplantinNorth Vancouverasseenfromthenorthwest REPUBLIC ARCHITECTURE INC.

Anothermortarshell detonatedat Blair Rifle Range lands

BRENTRICHTER

brichter@nsnews.com

TheDepartmentofNationalDefence hasfoundanddetonatedanother unexplodedbomb buriedinthesoilat theformerBlairRifleRangelands.

Unexplodedordnance(UXO)contractors, whohavebeenworkingwithmetal detectorstocleartheformermilitary trainingsitesince2018,foundatwo-inch illuminationmortar roundon Tuesday, May27.Theykept theitemsecureovernight and CanadianForcesexpertscame inearly Wednesdaymorningto plant a chargeonthe remnantmunitionandsafely destroyit.

Justafter7:30a.m., residentsinthe Blueridgeneighbourhood reportedhearingthedetonation.

Itistheeighthtimetheexpertshave beencalledintodealwithpotentially deadlyexplosives.Previous itemsinclude differenttypesofmortar shellsandone Mk36grenade.

Forsafety reasons, theDepartment of NationalDefencecannot sayexactlywhere themortarshellwas buried, but it wasin thesouthwesternsectionofthearea currentlybeingcleared,whichaligns roughly withthetopoftheNorthlandsGolfCourse

Explosives experts detonatedthis two-inchilluminationmortar roundatNorth Vancouver’s Blair Rifle Rangelandson Wednesday,May 28. DEPARTMENTOFNATIONALDEFENCE

andHyannisDrive. Beyondthat,theteamhas removed morethan714kilogramsofmunitions

scrapfromBlairRifleRangelands and morethan10,000kgofotherassorted garbage.

Since the clearanceworkbeganin 2018, theUXOteamhascoveredabout17ofthe area’s 22.5 hectares tobesearched.When theteam returnedtothesiteinFebruary, theyestimatedtheprojectwouldwrapby November, butalsocautioneditmay get pushedinto 2026.

“OurUXO contractorsare currently finishingupthesouthernsectionofthe siteandwillbemovingtothenorthernprioritybymid-June,”DND’sstatement read. “Large quantitiesofnon-munition related garbageanddebrisfoundinthesouthern area have beenslowingdownprogress.”

The clearanceworkhas required rotatingtrailclosures andthe removalof some trees.

Between the 1930s and 1960s,theland offMountSeymourParkwaywasamilitary trainingsite. Today, itisjointlyownedby theprovinceandCMHCandisused exclusivelyfortrails and recreation.

Becauseof the potentialforotherUXO lurkinginthesoil,theDepartmentof NationalDefence always advises against diggingorlighting fires inthe area, as it could triggeran explosionthatmaybe lethaltoanyonewithin10metres.Anyone whodiscoversapotentialUXOonthesite shouldleaveimmediatelyandcall911.

Stalltactics

West Vancouverisrunning outoftime.Whileseveral oncouncilwouldcallit “carefulplanning,”the municipalityhasspentthe pasttwoyearsponderingasorelyneeded updatetoitsAmblesidelocalareaplan.

Inthattime,councildecidedtobreakthe workintothree“streams,”andhascompletedjustoneofthem,forapartmentareas.

Now,afteradraft planfortheurban “centre”areawasprovidedinJanuary, itsfirst reading–crucialforadvancing theprocess–wasdeferredMay12after alast-minuteletterwas receivedfrom theAmblesideDundaraveResidents Association

AsecondattempttodeferitfailedMay 26becausemostofcouncildisagreedon howlongtheissueshouldbedelayedfor furtherconsideration–weeksormonths

Butcouncilcanaffordtodillydallyno longer.Thedistrict’spatientstaffcan’thelp butbetrayapangofanxietywhen remindingcouncilofa Dec.31,2025provincial deadlinetoupdatetheofficialcommunity plan.Andthat’sastheprovinceadds fresh timelimitsto rehashhousingpolicy for ParkRoyalandDundarave,tohelpcatch West Vanupondecadesofunbuilthomes.

Councilisnowfacingasituationthatif it doesn’tpickupthepace,theprovince coulddothe rezoningitself.

West Van’spracticeofusingprocessto forestallanymeaningfulchangehasdriven outdevelopersandthedemographicsthat wouldbreathelifeintothedistrict’sstrugglingcommercialarea.

Theprovincesaysthisisnolonger acceptable.

It’stimeforcounciltocatchup,orrisk losingevenmorecontroloveritsfuture.

It’s impossibletofind wordstodescribesuchatragedy

ANDY PREST

aprest@nsnews.com

Thiswasoneofthose heavyweeks ontheNorthShore,withheartbreakinglysadnewsemergingout of HorseshoeBayfollowingacollisioninvolvingabusdriverand pedestrians.

Confirmationfrompolice revealedthe devastating extentofthetragedy:aboy, fouryearsold,wasdead,andhismother andanotherwoman, reportedlyafamily friend,wereinjuredandtakentohospital. Themotherwasincriticalcondition,but obviouslyshe’llcarryinjuriesbothinternalandexternalthe restofherlife

There arenowordsto conveythe sadnessoralleviatethepain, andyetwe

stillallofferourmostsincerecondolences andsendthoughtsofhealingandsupporttothe victimsandtheirfriendsand families.Ourheartsalsogoouttothose whowitnessedthetragedy,andthose whosteppedup to helpinthe aftermath alongwiththefirst responders,whose job itistoracetowardssuchsceneswhenall otherscan’thelpbut look away.

Ourthoughtsalsogotothedriverof thebus.Itwilllikelybealongtimebefore wehaveadefinitiveansweraboutwhat wentwrongthat led tothistragedy,but regardlessofthe reason,thatdriverwill nodoubtcarry theweightofthisincident foraverylongtime.

As acommunitynewspaper,it’soneof thoseheadlinesthatyouhopeyou’ll never

havetowrite.Theheadline is alsothe reasonforthiscolumn.

Inthemomentsafterthe incident, workingundertimeconstraintswiththe needtogetinformationoutquicklyand accurately,wepostedastoryunderthe headlineOneChildDead, Two Women InjuredAfterBeingStruckByBusDriverAt HorseshoeBay.

Thewordinquestionis“driver.” We got severallettersand inquiriesastowhyour headlineincludedtheworddriver Otherheadlinesdidnot.HorseshoeBay BusCrashLeaves1Dead,OthersInjured wasonesuchexample.

Wasoursamistake? Were webeing insensitive,unclearormakingan unfoundedjudgmentbyincluding“driver,”

peopleasked.

Itwasnoneofthosethings.Itwas aconsciousdecision,andthe resultof previousdiscussionsanddebateswithin ournewsroomandcompany.Iknow thatsimilardebateshavebeenhadin manynewsroomsacrosstheworldas asubtleshiftisoccurringinhowwe thinkaboutcollisions,particularlythose involvingmotorvehiclesandcyclistsor pedestrians.

Traditionalheadlinesoftentookthe driveroutoftheequation:CyclistHitBy Truck,forexample.

Vehicledriversareoneoftheonly groupsaffordedthatanonymity.Guns don’tshootpeople,gunmendo.Batsdon’t

MAILBOX

DISTRICT WOULD BE WISE TO SPEND ON WILDFIREMITIGATION

DearEditor:

RE:MockWildfireProvidesRealLessons ForFirstResponders,May21newsstory

LivingalongsideGrouseMountain, I receivedaFireSmartassessment. Unfortunately,thedistrictfireandparks departmentsdon’tagreeonthefire risk to myhome.

MyFireSmart reporthighlighted greenbelttreesneedingthinning/removal, howevertheparksdepartmenthasno immediateplanstotreat thestand.They suggestedIcouldpayforthe workon publiclandmyself(reports,permits, arborists fees, etc)whichis10softhousandsofdollars.

Budgetdecisionsaredifficult,but fire safety isaperfectexampleofafuture problemthatisn’t a concernuntilit suddenlybecomesone,withdisastrous results.

Publiclandisapublic responsibility,

andnotjustthe responsibilityof homeownerswiththe meanstodothework. Greer Wright North Vancouver

MANYDOG OWNERS ARECRAPPY AT DISPOSINGOFTHEIR DOGPOOP BAGS

DearEditor:

To myfellowdogowners,mostof you seemtoknowto bag your dog’spoop whenoffona dog walk,neatlyknotted in aplasticpoop bag. Butmanyof youare notgettingthenextstep.

Youdon’t leaveitthere. Youtakeit withyouto disposeofin designated bins. Don’tleaveit besidethe path or,as it wasthismorning,onmy driveway!Noone goesaroundtocollectit–itisupto you.

Baddoggy-people! Your dog must be ashamed.

D.delaMare North Vancouver

Aheadline no one wantstowrite

ContinuedfromA8

hithomeruns,baseballplayersdo.Bikes don’tcrash,cyclistsdo.

ButoftentrucksandSUVsand cars seemto actoftheirownaccord.Including theword“driver”isnotto assign blame –policesaywewon’tknowthefull detailsof whatwentwronginthishorribletragedy formonths–buttoacknowledgethesimple truththatavehiclecan’tcollidewith someoneonitsown,unlessitisaself-drivingvehicle,inwhichcaseyou’vegot a differentstorytotell.Thiswasnotthat.

The wordingisnotperfect. There canbetheimplicationthat a headlineis assigningblame.There canalsobe some confusion–whenyousay struckby a driver,coulditmeanthedrivergot outof thevehicletohitsomeone?

We’veaskedallthesequestionsof ourselvesanumberoftimes,andithasn’t beenaunanimousdecision.It’s stillup for debate,infact,butthisiswhereweare now.

We knowwe’llhearaboutitnomatterwhatwewrite.The response,infact, wouldbemore intenseif we wrote a headlinetheoppositeway. Headlineslike CyclistInjuredAfterGettingHitBySUV drawimmediateopposition.

Tragediestendtobringbig emotions

outofpeople,which is completely understandable.

Theundeniabletruth is thatinthese collisions,particularlythoseinvolving a motorvehicleandapedestrianor cyclist, theconsequences,nomatterwho is to blameforthecollision,are invariably worseforthepersonoutsideofthevehicle.Driversneedtoknowthat,have it in mindeverytimetheystart theirwheels rolling.It’snotafairfight,andthedriveris verymuchpart oftheequation.

Thislinguisticwrangling,ofcourse,is utterlyinconsequential in relationtothe realhumantragedyafamilyisfacingfollowinglastweek’sdevastatingcollision. A familyhaslostachild,andtwomore face painful recoveries

Forthosewishingtheycoulddosomethingtohelp,aGoFundMecampaignhas beensetupforthevictims.

We’dalsosuggest,forthosesearching forsomethingintragedy,totakethisas a reminderofthe responsibilitythatcomes withdrivingavehicle.Becarefulbehind thewheel,always.

Nomatterhowit is worded,wenever wanttohavetowriteanotherheadline like thatagain.

AndyPrestistheeditor of theNorthShore News.

Paramedics inlimboas West Van ambulance buildingleftto rot

NICKLABA nlaba@nsnews.com

Nooneissavingtheonlyhomebase forparamedicsin West Vancouver.

As West Van’sambulance stationis overcomewith rot, the staffandemergencyvehiclededicatedto serve residents inthemunicipalityarenowspending theirdowntimeinNorth Vancouveratthe EconoLodgeInn&Suites–on a property that’sslatedfor redevelopment.

Thebuildingat1542Fulton Ave.was deemeduninhabitableinDecember, forcingthe West Vanparamedicsto relocate forashorttimeatthemunicipality’s nearbyfirehall,andthentothe North Vancouverambulancestationunderneath Lions GateHospital.

Itwasn’t untilMay21thatthecrew was putupattheEconoLodge,accordingto BCEmergencyHealthServices.

It’safrustratingsituationfortheparamedics,whohavebeen withoutaproper West Vanstationforone or twoyears, said Ian Tait,spokespersonfortheAmbulance ParamedicsofBCunion.

“Thatbuildinghasbeen in disrepair foradecade.Andthesupervisors,the unitchiefs,themembers,we’veall been bringingthattoBCEHS’sattentionfor

yearsandyearsand years,and theydid absolutelynothing,”hesaid.

Themunicipalityownsthe building, andBCEHS’s facilities departmentis supposedtotakecareofmaintenance, Tait added.

Thisis acommonsituationwith ambulancestationsinthe province, andNorth Van was a prime exampleuntil recently, hesaid.

“North Vanstationwasanabsolute dump for 30 years,untiltheyfinallygot thenewstationlocated inthebasementof LionsGateHospital,” Taitsaid.

Oneofthemain reasonsthe West Vanparamedicshad to leavetheFulton Avenuebuildingis becausethemouldgot so bad,hesaid.

“Thatmould has been badlikethatfor years,anditwasall broughttothemanagersandthe directors,” Taitsaid, adding thattheissuewasn’t repaired.“Someone [fromthedistrict]finallycamein before Christmas. Theywerelike, ‘Listen, humans can’tbeinhere.Thisis notsafe.’”

Buildingdeterioratedbeyond regular repair, BCEHSsays

BCEHSisawareoftheconditionofthe

Enjoy daylightyachtshipcruisesthrough Desola�on Sound,Discovery Islands, andthe coastal InsidePassages. Relax overnightinthe comfortofour selec�on of seasidelodges.

Boardfor 2,4, or 5nightexplora�ons, cruises depart from Powell River onthe Sunshine Coast.

The former West Vancouverambulance station at1542 Fulton Ave. has beencloseddue to theunsafe conditionofthe structure. PAUL MCGRATH / NSN

Newambulance station comingto Cypress Village,mayor says

former West Vanstationandthe needto relocatethecrewhas been“verychallengingforour dedicatedemployees,”a spokespersonsaid.

“Ourparamedicsdeserve tohaveappropriatestation facilities,andweareworkingto ensurethatouremployeeshave thespaceandamenitiesthey needwhileweworktosecure a permanentbuildingforthe West Vancouverstation,”thespokespersonsaid.

Undertheleaseagreementfor theformerstation,BCEHSand theProvincialHealthServices Authorityhadadutytocomplete general repairsandmaintenance, thespokespersoncontinued.

“PHSAfacilities,which oversawmaintenanceforthisstation, ensuredthatallbuildingsystems hadpreventativemaintenance plansandwereinworkingorder However,overtheyears,the building’soverallconditionhad deterioratedbeyondwhatwould becoveredunder regular repair andmaintenance,”theBCEHS

spokespersonsaid.

“Thebuilding required significantcapitalinvestmentsthat wouldtypicallybetheowner’s responsibility,”thespokesperson added.

BCEHSandPHSA have been indiscussionswith the District

of West Vantoleaseanother building, butanagreement hasn’t beenfinalizedyet.

“Whilethose discussions continue,BCEHS determined that basingour West Vancouvercrews in theEconoLodge onCapilano Roadwould best meetour

operationalneeds,”thespokespersonsaid.

Relocatingtheambulance hasn’tsignificantlyimpacted servicelevels,sheadded.

“Infact,averageemergency responsetimeshave remained comparabledespiteincreasein callvolumeduring thepastfour months,”thespokespersonsaid.

Permanentstationwillbebuilt atCypress Village,mayorsays West VanMayorMarkSager saiditwastheprovince’s responsibilitytomaintainthe ambulancebuilding.

“Wefindouttheyhaven’t,”he said.“It’sveryclearinthelease thatitwastheir responsibility.”

Thedistrictcares“agreat deal”abouthavingadequate housingforambulancedrivers, Sagersaid.Anotherbuildingon Fulton Avenuehasbeen offered forthatpurposeat amodest rate, he added.

“AndnowIhearthroughthe grapevine,they’regoing to goto anEconoLodgeorsomething. Imean,thisisallnewstous,”

Sagersaid.

ButanotherFulton Avenue ambulancestationwouldonly betemporarytoo,asthatentire blockisslatedtobe redeveloped intohousing.Intwoyearsorso, the districtplanstobuildapermanentstationattheupcoming Cypress Villagecommunity,he said.

“That’stheperfectspot becauseyouhavehighway access,it’sclosertoallthe physicalactivityplaces,”hesaid. “That’swherewebelievein the longtermitshouldgo.”

Taitsaidthatparamedics don’tneeda$5-million fire hall, butthatsomeinvestmentinto a permanentfacilityis required.

“We’relookingforabasicneedsaccommodation thatfits withourbusycallvolume,like a placetocomeback,maybeput yourfoodinthemicrowave, a littlebitoftimetodecompress afteratoughcall,”hesaid.“We don’tneedthe TajMahalin everycommunity,butweneed to haveatleastsomebasiclevelof accountabilityandquality there.”

Stairsup to the formerAmbulance stationhave beentaped off.Mould hasapparentlytaken over thebuilding. PAULMCGRATH / NSN

APARTMENTPLAN

West Van council considers 19-storey stratatowerin Ambleside

NICKLABA

nlaba@nsnews.com

Thefirstmajordevelopment proposalseenatcouncilsincethenew Amblesideapartmentplanpassed lastyearisaskingforthatplantobe amended.

AtaMay26meeting, West Vancouver councilvotedforapreliminaryapplication tobuilda19-storeyapartmentbuildingat 1552Esquimalt Ave.tobeadvanced to the publicinformationstage.

OnlyCoun.NoraGambioliwas opposed. Thepublichasjustexpressedwhat shouldbebuiltintheareaviathe recently approvedlocalareaplan,andto amendit rightawaywouldunderminecouncil’s credibility, shesaid.

Currently,developer WallFinancialis proposingtobuilda139-unitapartment buildingasinfillonalotwithanexisting 20-storey rentaltowerbuiltin1970.If approved,theexistingtowerwouldbepermanentlysecuredas rental.

Thenewstratifiedtowerwouldbe securedas rentalforsixyears.Thedistrict’s current regulationsdon’tallowforastrata developmenttobesodense.It’saround60 unitsoverwhat thecurrent zoning allows, thedevelopersaid.

For that reason,staff recommend that theapplicationbe revisedtocomply with theofficialcommunityplanbefore goingto a publicinformationmeeting.

Councilpreviously receiveddeaththreats oversimilarproposal,councillor says

Aneffortbythedevelopertobuildonthe sitegoesbackto2019,butpausedin2022to waitfortheareaplanupdate.

Gambiolisaidtheproposalnowisvery similartotheonepreviouslybeforecouncil.

“Council receiveddeaththreatsduring thispublicconsultationprocess,”shesaid.

“SoIjustwanttobeverycareful,incasethis goesahead,thateveryoneelseoncouncil realizesthatthisisnotgoingtobeaneasy one.”

Coun.SharonThompsonsaidthateven thoughcouncilhasjustsetnewpolicy,the localareaplanisstilla recommendation.

“We’vegonethroughallthis work and expertisetodecidewhat wouldbe best, mostsuitable.Butasweallknow,everything’ssouniquethatI wanttogivepeople confidencethattheycancomeinandchallenge whatwehave,”shesaid.

MayorMarkSagersaidtheagreement tokeeptheexisting rentalbuildingisvery significant.

“Isuspectthat Walls,ifthiswas approved,they’llbuildthatsecond building, andIdoubtthey’llevertakeitout of the rentalpool,becausethat’snottheir business.It’sa financingissue,”hesaid.

Coun.PeterLambertmovedto delete staff’s recommendationto revisethe application,andinsteadmoveitforward forpublicinformation.Allofcouncilagreed exceptGambioli.

“I reallythinkthatthis reducesthecredibilityofcouncil,”Gambiolisaid.“Wehave justpassedthetowerportionoftheLAPlast year.Thisisthevery firstproposaltocome

forward, andwe’reall,exceptfor me Iguess, sayingthatwethinkitshould bedifferent.”

Thompson disagreed,andsaidyouneed aspecific project forthe publictoweighin on.

“We’veset heights and…that reallyisn’t atruemeasureofpeople’stolerancefor whatthey’rewillingtoentertain,”she said.

“We’dlike[the public]toknowthatwe areconcernedabout renters’stability,” Thompsonsaid.“Butwe’realsoinaclimate nowthatallwe’rehearingaboutispeople pullingoutofprojects.Buildersaren’tbuilding,andifthepopulation hastolerancefor this,Iwould be verypleasedforsomeone totakeupthat responsibilityandrisktogo forward.”

These North Shore womenarehelpingmomsthrive

ABBY LUCIANO aluciano@nsnews.com

Local JournalismInitiativeReporter

Balancingwork andfamilylife can be toughforparents,andnooneknows thatbetterthanmoms. Here arestories fromthreeNorthShore womenwho helpothermomssurvive,andthrive.

AndreaBarrwearsmany hats:teacher, cheerleader,entrepreneur,careercoach forparents,podcasterandmom. Withall theseskillsunderherbelt,ithasn’t always beeneasytryingtonavigate the balanceof beingaparentandworking.

Barrsawthestrugglesthatcamewith thesetasksanddecidedtohelpother momsandworkingparentswhofeelthis way. Shetookmattersintoherownhands sevenyearsago andlaunched abusiness thatofferscareercoachingforparents.

“It’ssoimportanttohavecareercoachingforparentsbecauseparentsneedan outletthatisnottheirpartner,that’s not theirkidsandthat’s not theirtherapist,” Barrsaid.

Barrisjustoneofthemanyparents acrosstheNorthShorewhohavemadethe jumptocreatebusinessesandprojectsto help othermomsboth locallyandacross theglobe.

Throughone-on-onecoaching,she helpsmothersandworkingparentsnavigatingmanychallengessuchascareeror jobchanges,preparingforjobinterviews, workingthroughterminationsandlayoffs, parental leaves,maintainingawork-life balanceandlong-termcareerplanning.

“It wasimportantfor me tocreatethe servicesthatIprovideas a careercoach

forparentsbecause… I noticedtheneed formyself,”shesaid.

Beforebecominganentrepreneur, Barr workedinthecorporateworldformore thandecade.Shefelteverything was going right–awonderful job,teamandmanager But whenshe returnedaftermaternity leave,somethingdidn’tfeelthe same.She realizeditwasherselfthathadchanged, havingdifferentambitions,eventually leadingthelaunchofherbusiness.

Buttheparentcoachingdoesn’t just stopforBarr there. Nearlythreeyears ago, shestartedthe AllFiguredOut podcast, sharingsupportwith thosetryingto “figureout”howtonavigate life asaworking parent.

Barrsaidshesharespracticaltips and storiesofhowpeoplecan find work-life balancewhilealsobringingin expertson topicsshe’sunfamiliar withandsharing theirpersonalstories.

“It’salwaysawindingstoryandjourney, whichIthink really inspires otherparents toseethatjustbecause youbecomea parentdoesn’t meanthatwhatever careeryou [hadwhenyou]becameaparentiswhere you’restuck forlife,”shesaid.

Changingthenarrativeandsupportsystemsaroundmaternityleave

WhenSonjaBaikogli Foley wasnavigatingtheprocess of maternityleave,she feltstruckbythelack ofsupport around returningtowork.

Foleyusedher experience innonprofit,public and privateorganizations toco-foundMaturn, an organizationthat supports and empowersworking mothers.

“Maturnis really an effortto address andchallengesystemic barriersthat preventwomen’sfullparticipationinthe workforce,”Foleysaid.“Iwantedtocreate thegapthatwasmissing.”

The Vancouver-basedcompanyoffers programstohelp coach mothersthrough maternityleavewhilegrowingtheir careersandfamilies.Theyhave expanded sincetheorganizationbegan in 2021, also helpingwomennavigate fertility,perimenopauseand menopause.

Foleysaidthereareseveral challenges andbarrierswomenfacearoundmaternity leaveinCanada.

A2024 report, acollaborationbetween MaturnandTheBrandisFemale,surveyed more than 1,000employed mothers across Canadaandfound agap in maternityleave financial support, with manysayingthey didn’thaveadditional financialsupport

ContinuedonA14

Gillian Behnkeisthe founderofMom Camp, anannual weekendtrip formoms to relaxand have funwithothermoms. PAULMCGRATH / NSN

FLEETWOODMAGIC,THEAUTHENTICTRIBUTETO

MIDSUMMERROMANCE

FLEETWOODMAC- FRIDAYMAY 302025,7.30PM CENTENNIALTHEATRE

STARTSJUNE 4THRUTOJUNE29AT4:00PM SILKPURSEARTSCENTRE

1570ARGYLE AVENUE,WEST VANCOUVER

2300LONSDALE AVE.,NORTH VANCOUVER

PaintersGlendaLeznoff,ConnieO’Connor &LisaPenz’sgestural &lyrical abstractionsexploreour romanticizationofthepast,place &dreams &howthat influencesourcurrent reality. westvanartscouncil.ca/events

FleetwoodMagic TributeBandtransportsaudiencesinsoundand timeon amusicaljourneyperformingFleetwoodMac’sgreatesthits fromthe60’stothe80’s. http://tickets.centennialtheatre.com/

PARLOURGAMES

JUN. 6AT8:00PM -10:00PM HENDRYHALLTHEATRE

81511THSTREETEAST,NORTH VANCOUVER

Inthe TwelvePoundLookauthorBarrieposesthequestion: Canawomanhaveitall?Canshebe awife, amother,alover? northvanplayers.ca

ONNOW-SEPT. 12,3:00PMTO10:00PM

EVERY FRIDAY, RAINORSHINE.

Thereare marketstalls,foodtrucks, abeergardenandlivemusic. Website:https://shipyardsnightmarket.com/ NORTH VANCOUVERSHIPYARDNIGHTMARKETS

Supports helpon this ‘wildride’

beyondbasicEmployment Insurance.

InCanada,maternity leave payis55 percentofthepersonwho gavebirth’s earningsforamaximumofupto 15 weeks, up toamaximumof$695 weekly. Those benefitscanbefollowedbyupto 40 weeks ofsharedparentalbenefitsatthesame rates.

KIDS FIRST

The reportalsofound39percentdid not receiveemployer financialtop-up, and59percentofthose whodidwere not offeredotherbenefits like coachingprograms,counsellingorchildcare assistance.

ThatverymomentsparkedMom Camp, aweekend retreat givingmothersthe spaceandsupportto rediscoverthemselvesthroughspeakers,food and drinks sharedarounda campfire,and other outdooractivitiesin Squamish.

“I knew ifIneededthiscamp,thatother momswouldseetheneed too and would justfeelthesame magic,”Behnke said.

7+8

“It’stimetochangethatnarrativeon howwomenaresupportedintheworkplace, regardlessofthetransition that you’regoingthrough inlife – whether that’sfertility,maternity leave, where you’re raisingkidsorcaregivingfor parents…oryou’regoingthroughperimenopause,”Foleysaid.

“Ifwe cansupport womenduringthese pivotallifetransitions, we’ll have a much bettershotatseeingamore inclusive and diverse workforce.”

Self-careisvitalformothersbutoftenon thebackburner,foundersays

GillianBehnkefoundherselfstressed bothat workandhome.Thedutiesof an eventplannerforalargecompany and balancingtakingcareofhertwo kidswere achallengeattimes.

Asshewasheadingtoworkdriving overLionsGateBridge in June 2018, she caughtherselfonthevergeofburnout, desperatetogetawayfora weekend.

Thegetawayshepictured was camping–acabininthewoods,enjoyingsome foodandwinewhileimmersing herselfin personaldevelopment.

Theannualweekendgetaway is at theCheakamusCentre in Squamish,and typicallyheldinthefall.TheCheakamus CentreisownedbytheNorth Vancouver SchoolDistrictandschool groupsoften makeuseofthespace for retreats and outdoorlearning.

ButBehnkecreatedMomCampfor another reason–to remindmothersto prioritizeself-care.

“Whena mom takescareofherself and doesthingsthat fillherownbucketand reignitesthatspark and bringsherselfjoy, sheisgoingtohave morecapacity, more energyandjust more life readyto give to thosearoundher,”shesaid.“Itdoesso muchmoreforthose aroundyou,when youareshowingupthewayyouwant to.”

Ontopofthe annual trip,Behnke helps momsyear-roundwitha90-dayplannerto helpkeeplifeorganizedandapodcastof motherssharinginspirationalstoriesand self-care.

“Mothers are thesuperheroesof society,”Behnkeadded.“It’sallabout helping moms putthemselvesontheirown prioritylist,and findingwaystoconnect withother momssotheyknowthey’renot aloneonthiswildridecalled motherhood.” AbbyLucianoistheIndigenousandcivic affairsreporterfortheNorthShoreNews. Thisreportingbeatismadepossiblebythe Local JournalismInitiative.

PodcasterAndrea Barr sitswithaninterviewee. COURTESY OF ANDREA BARR

ContinuedfromA13

Photo: Alison Boulier

TAPPINGIN

King Tapsnow open inprime LonsdaleQuaylocation

LINDSAY WILLIAM-ROSS

lindsay@vancouverisawesome.com

Aftermonths,evenyearsof anticipation,King Taps,the boisteroussiblingtoNorth Vancouver’sownCactusClub, is readytowelcomeguests to itssprawling10,500-squarefoot,two-levelanchor restaurantlocatedinthe revitalizedLonsdaleQuaymarket andfoodhall.

King TapsLonsdaleQuay officiallyopenedonMay27,andis nowwelcoming dinersandtaking reservations.

CactusClubopenedits first King Tapsindowntown Toronto in2017andaKelownalocationin 2022.

Justlastmonth,King Taps openedthedoorstoitsfirst Metro Vancouverlocationwith theApril3debutofthe concept inastandalonespaceatLangley’s Willowbrookmall.

What’sonthemenuatKing Taps?

Whenitcomestofood, theKing Tapsmenuisabout

approachableeatswhich reflect theconcept’sethosofbeingaspot tohangoutandsocialize.Overall,

King Tapsisn’t reinventingthe upscale-casual restaurantwheel, butitdoescometotheparty a littlemorelooseand readytoplay thanitsbigbrother,CactusClub.

You’llfindthingslikefried

shrimptacos,anexcellentCaesar saladwithatenderfriedchicken cutlet,atrioofsupplemeatballs, andasupercreamyplayon a Carbonarapasta,alongwithsalads,burgers,andsandwiches.

King Taps’signatureoffering isitspizza,whichisavailable innearlyadozeniterations,

includingthepopular“Stinging Bee,”withSoppressata,Kalamata olives,andahintof Calabrian honey.Modificationslikegluten-freecrustandachoiceof dippingsaucesareallavailablefor anadditionalcharge.

Fromthebar,expect regional craftbeers(from30taps)and winesaswellascider,classic cocktails,sugar-freemargaritas, andevenalargesangriafor sharing.

‘Aviewfromeveryseat’at LonsdaleQuaylocation

ThenewNorthShoreKing Tapshasmuchin commonwith itsLangleypredecessor,including itsinteriordesigner,McKinley Studios.WhatLonsdaleQuayhas inspadesarestellarwaterfront views,maximizedbyboththe upper-leveldiningareaandthe location’s two all-seasonpatios. The restaurantseats325, and operatorspromise“aviewfrom everyseat,”accordingtotheopeningannouncementpress release.

Additionally,King Taps

LonsdaleQuaywillputaspotlighton Canadianartists,with eye-catchingworksby Claude “Rocky”LaRock,GrahamGillmore andEast Vancouver’s Tyler Toews inthe restaurant.

Restaurantofferingsalso includeHappyHour,offereddaily from2to5p.m.and9p.m.toclose withdealsonselectdrinksand eats.Brunchisservedweekends from10a.m.to2p.m.,with Brunch HappyHourfrom10a.m.tonoon. Take-outwillbefired uplaterthis summer,butwillbeavailablefor bothpick-upanddelivery.

AsKing Tapsisagathering placewithanemphasisonsocializingandhangingout, theyaimto beago-todestinationforcatchingsportsonits17screensand projectors.

King Tapsislocatedat123 CarrieCates Court,Unit141,in North Vancouverandisopen Mondayto Wednesdayfrom11 a.m.tomidnight, Thursdayand Fridayfrom11to1a.m., Saturday from10to1a.m.andSundayfrom 10a.m.tomidnight.

LEGENDARYLOCATION

SiteofNorth Vancouver’s iconic Tomahawk Restaurant forsale

NICKLABA

nlaba@nsnews.com

Thefutureappearsuncertainforthe mosticonicburgerjointontheNorth Shore.

Thepropertyat1550Philip Ave.in North Vancouver–homeofthe Tomahawk Restaurant–hasbeenlistedforsaleat$6.5 million.

iszonedforaround30,115squarefeetof residentialandcommercialspace,with a maximum floor spaceratioof1.75, readsthe listing,whichaddsthattheDistrictofNorth Vancouveris reviewingitsofficialcommunityplan.

Onthe Tomahawk’sFacebook page, the restaurantsaidthere’sstill plentyoftimeleft tograbsome Yukon-style bacon.

A realestatelistingdescribesthe“ideallysituated redevelopmentsite”with a one-storeywood-framebuilding“currently operatingasa restaurant.

“Thisuniqueandattractivepropertyin oneofthe NorthShore’sfastest-growing neighbourhoodsisidealforowneruse, particularlya restaurantwithlong-term redevelopmentpotential,”thelisting reads.

Thelistingnotestherapidlychanging surroundingneighbourhood,withanew 12-storeyhoteland37-storeymixed-use buildingslatedforconstruction on Capilano Road.

Currently,thePhilip Avenueproperty

“Don’tworry, we’reabsolutely planning to be openforour100thanniversary, next year,”the Mondaypost reads.

The Tomahawk wasfoundedin1926 by ChickChamberlain,andwaslater passed downto his sonChuck.The restaurantis nowinitsthirdlocation.The Tomahawk’s strikingtotem polesweregiventothe business by thelateSkwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (SquamishNation)ChiefJoe Mathias.The poleshavefollowedthe restaurantfromits originallocationon MarineDrive,andwere repaintedbythechief’s grandson.

The Tomahawkwas reachedforcomment,but did not respondbeforepress time.

The Tomahawk’s striking totempoles were carved for thebusiness by the late ChiefJoe Mathias TOMAHAWKRESTAURANT / FACEBOOK

COLDCONNECTION

WinterClubicetohelpalum Evander Kane inStanley Cup Final

NICKLABA

nlaba@nsnews.com

AstheEdmontonOilerskick offtheirsecond-straight StanleyCupFinal on Wednesday,they’llbeskating onhomeice–inmore ways thanone.

That’sbecausethehometown rinksofsixoftheteam’sstarplayershavebeenscraped,withthat icebeingaddedtotheskatingsurfaceatRogersPlaceinEdmonton aheadofGame1againstthe FloridaPanthers.

InNorth Vancouver,icewas takenfromtheNorthShore WinterClub,whereOilersforward EvanderKaneplayedminor hockey.Atage14,the Vancouverbornskater recorded72goals and 96assistsfor168totalpointsin66 gameswhileplayingforthe Winter Club.

ThefrozenfloorinNorth Van wasscrapedonSundaybyNSWC generalmanagerKyle Turris. Theicewasputintoathermos andminicooleranddeliveredto Edmonton,whereitwasemptied

intotheice-makingtankof a RogersPlaceZambonito resurface theicefor Game1.

Icewasalsotakenfrom Burnaby WinterClub,inthehometownofOilersalternatecaptain RyanNugent-Hopkins.

AformerNHLerhimself, Turris played14seasonsintheleague –hislasttwoinEdmontonalongside muchoftheteam’scurrent roster –before retiringinSeptember 2022.

TurrisandKanesatnextto

EdmontonOilers forward Evander Kaneplayed youthhockey atthe North Shore WinterClub @EVANDERKANE /X

eachotherinthelocker room,and usedtoplaycardstogetheron theplaneallthetime, Turrissaid. “[Kane]wasalways reallynice.”

Ontheice,Kaneisanimpactful player,hesaid.

“Heaffectsthegameinvarious ways,” Turrissaid.“Physically,he’s apresence. He’sintimidating,he getstothenetandcreateschaos.”

Canada‘longoverdue’forStanley Cupwin

Theice-collectionprojectis a way toconnectCanadianhockey fansacrossthecountry, headded.

“It’saminorhockeyrinkthat allthesekidsgrowingupplay on–tofeellikethey’reconnected towhat’sgoingonintheStanley Cuprightnowisprettyneat,”said Turris,whoalsogothisstartat NSWC.“Aneatwaytoconnect everybodyandmakeeverybody feelunited.”

TheRogersCommunications’ projectiscalled“ThisIsOurIce,” buildingoffits“ThisIsOurGame” campaignthatstartedinthe 4 NationsFaceOffinFebruary.

The 2024 Annual Report draftwillbe availableonline onJune 6, 2025 at westvancouver.ca/annualreport.

The2024Annual Reportdraft willbe considered,alongwith submissionsandquestionsfromthe public,at aCouncilmeeting at6 p.m.onMonday, June 23,2025. Forinstructionsonhow to participate,pleasecall 604-925-7004 orvisit westvancouver.ca/virtual-meetings.

RetiredNHLskaterandNorth Shore Winter ClubGM Kyle Turrisgathers icefromtheclubrink to besent to RogersPlacein Edmontonaheadof Game1intheStanleyCup Final. ROGERS

Hockey’s biggeststageshould reflect wherethegametruly begins,inhometown hockey rinksacrossCanada,saidRogers spokesperson Terrie Tweddle.

“ThisIsOurIceisaboutrallying communitiesacrossthecountry tocelebrateourcollective pridein Canada’sgameastheOilers play tobringhometheStanleyCup,” hesaid.

Turrisisalso pullingfor

Edmonton.

“IwantConnor[McDavid], Leon[Draisaitl],obviously EvanderandStuSkinner[towin theCup].Imean,theseareallmy buddiesthatI’m rootingfor,”he said.

“I’m rootingforthemand hope they bringit home notjustfor them,butforallofCanada,” Turris said.“It’slongoverdueforusto win.”

NorthshoreWindowstakes thetimetogetitright

Whenitcomestosavingenergy inyourhome,yourwindowsare oneareawhereyoucanmakean enormousdifferenceincooling andheatingcosts.Ourmoist coolclimatemeansthathaving EnergyStarratedwindowsisn’t enough.Theymustbeinstalled properlytogetaneffectiveseal.

DarrellAkuneandtheteamat NorthshoreWindowsalwaystake thetimetomakesureyouget themostoutofupgradingyour windows.

“Consumersshouldfocustheir attentiononhowtheirwindows anddoorsarebeinginstalled,” saysDarrell.“Typicalwindow replacementcompaniesuse aquickandeasyinstallation methodthatmakesitdifficultto ensuretheproductisproperly sealed.Weliketotakethetime toexplaindifferentinstallation methodstoourcustomers becauseonceeducated,people realizetheimportanceofproper installation.”

Buyingtopoftheline replacementwindowscanbe helpful,butmakingsuretheyare installedproperlygivesyouthe mostfor yourmoney.

“Itdoesn’tmakesenseto purchaseanenergystarrated windowiftheinstallationmethod isgoingtoallowcoldairtoleak aroundtheperimeter,”says Darrell.“Thisseemstobean overlookedpartofthewindow replacementprocess.Themost commonEnergyStarwindows willhaveArgongasfilledsealed glassunits,thermallyefficient

“Buyingtopofthe linereplacement windowscan behelpful,but makingsure theyareinstalled properlygivesyou themostforyour money.

spacerbarsbetweentheglass ratherthanthetypicalaluminum, andlow-ecoatingsontheglass tofilterUV.Combined,these componentsgenerallyallow awindowtomeetEnergyStar requirements.Makingsurethey aresealedproperlygivesthe windowachancetodoitsjob.”

Notallwindowsarebuiltwiththe samelevelofquality.Onesimple wayforhomeownerstogetan ideaforawindowsqualityisto

checkthewarranty.Highquality windowswillofferfulllifetime warranties.

“Buildqualityisveryimportantto us.Whenweresearchedwhich windowanddoorproductswe wantedtoofferourcustomers,we wantedthebestavailable.After examiningwhatwasavailablein themarketplaceanddetermining whichmanufacturercould provideusandourcustomers withthebestproductwhilestill providinggoodvalue,itbecame veryapparentwhytheywereable toofferatruelifetimewarranty.” Ifyou’rethinkingofreplacingor upgradingyourwindowsmake sureyouincludeNorthshore Windowsinyourresearch.They takethetimetomakesureyou havealltheinformationyouneed, andgetthemostsavingsoutof yourwindowpurchases. Visitthemonlineat northshorewindows.comforideas andfindoutthedifferencethat doingitrightthefirsttimemakes.

THEYCANHACKIT

Studentcybersecurityteamlands national recognition

ABBY LUCIANO aluciano@nsnews.com

Local JournalismInitiativeReporter

Agroupof West Vancouvercybersecuritystudentsare beingnationally recognizedfortheirtechsavvyskillsin a recentcompetition.

Highschoolstudentsfromthecybersecurityandartificialintelligencecourse at West VancouverSecondarysmashed thisyear’sCyberTitanVIIINational Competition,winningsecondplaceearlier thismonth.

West VancouverSecondary teacher MaheshChuganisaidthismarksthefirst timeaB.C.teamhasrankedinthetop five.

“Itwasahugedeal.Iwasjustsohappy aboutit,”Chuganisaid.

Studentsinthecompetitionwere tasked withasimulationtohelpthecity ofSpringfieldaftera cyberattackaffecting theirinfrastructure.Theteamsweregiven sixhoursorlesstoachievetheirgoal.

The West Vancouversquadquicklygot towork,figuringoutwhatsystemswere underattackandhow,findingand removingmalicioussoftwareandthencleaning up thecity’sdigitalinfrastructureafterthe attack.

Groupmembersweren’ttaskedwithan easyjob,astheyneededto findamaliciousprogramtheattackerleftrunningto constantlydamageSpringfield’selectrical system.Theteamsneededtoconstantly monitor a programthatkeptmalfunctioningwhilecleaningup the attacker’smess, gettingridofalltraces ofmalwarefrom the hack.

Thenational recognitionfollowssix monthsofcompetitionsthroughout theschoolyearbetween190Canadian teams.OrganizedbytheInformationand Communications TechnologyCouncil (ICTC),thenationalchampionshiponMay 7 and8broughtthetopfourteams from WesternandEasternCanada,thetop-three

Secondary studentsfrom West Vanschool districtplacedsecondinthe Canadian CyberTitan CybersecurityNationals.Picturedhere are(front to back) AugustLam,Olivia Zhao, Kaedan Bell,SunnyHe,Dylan Woods and teacherMaheshChugani.Missingfromthe teamphotois Benjamin Kerr PAULMCGRATH / NSN

middleschoolteams andthetopall-girls teamwhile alsowelcomingexhibition teamsfromtheCanadianCadets.

“Itcamewithsucha shock.Ididn’t prepareaspeechoranything–because we’resupposedtosaysomething–so I sort ofstumbledandfumbledourway,but it was reallyawesome,” said cybersecurity studentAugustLam.

Placingsecondinthenationalcompetitionisnottheonlywinthe West Vancouver cybersecurityteam is celebrating,asthey arethehighest-rankedteamfrom Western Canada.

Thehard workfortheteam, Username Taken,haspaidoff.Studentsbalanced schoolwork alongsideteammeetingsand multiplecompetitionssinceSeptember 2024.

highschool education.Studentsinthe elective coursespendhalftheirtimelearningthebasicsof cybersecuritywhilethe otherhalfofthe courseisspentlearning aboutAI. Studentsare taughttouseonline toolstoperformtaskssuch as training a computerto recognizeimages, sounds and poses,orplaya game,and using an AI app inventorforsmartphones.

Chuganicreatedthecourselastyearas hekept readingandhearingabout cybersecurityandAI.

“Ifeltthatthesewere reallyimportant topicsthatouryouthshouldnot only knowmoreabout,butbegoodatandhave agoodunderstandingof,”hesaid.

Lamsaidit’svitalforpeopletolearn the basicsofcybersecurityandAItoprotect themselvesfromscams.

“BecauseofAI,scamsarealsogetting waymore advanced–there’s facial, voice scams– and Ithink a lotofpeople aren’t adaptingasfasttoface thesedangerous situationsorthreats fromAIscams,and I thinkcybersecuritywouldbe a terrificway tocounterthatthrough education earlier on,”Lamsaid.

Chuganipraisedhisstudentsnotonly for theirskillsbutalsotheirperseverance anddetermination.

“Afterthe winners wereannounced, I gotanemailfromtheorganizerssaying thatthere were someteams who gaveup inthemiddle,”Chuganisaid. “[West Van students]keptongoingthrough even whentheywerestuck,theykepttrying…. I thinkthosetraitsofperseverance,determinationwillhelp them,doesn’t matterwhat theydoforthe restoftheir lives.”

LearningcybersecurityandAImore importantnowthanever,studentssay

Thecybersecurityandartificial intelligencecourseisofferedtoallsecondary schoolsthroughoutthe West Vancouver SchoolDistrict,the first of itskindinB.C.

KaedanBell, a studentintheprogram andmemberofthe cybersecurityteam, saidthatlearningthebasics can saveyou fromscams,butcan alsohelpyou navigate lifeeasier.

“Youdon’thaveto knowa lot.Ifyou justknowsome basics,itwillhelpyou inyourlife,”Bellsaid.“Technologyis becoming more prevalent[injobs],and youkindofneedto know howtouseit, howtonavigateeverything,uptoacertain extent, if youwanttobesuccessfulinthe workforce.”

Thefulllistofthisyear’s winnerscanbe foundonICTC’swebsite. AbbyLucianoistheIndigenousandcivic affairsreporterfortheNorthShoreNews. Thisreportingbeatismadepossiblebythe LocalJournalismInitiative.

GetSocial WinPrizes

JointheconversationonCanada’sveryown socialnewsfeed:www.syrupsocial.com

Upvotestories,commentandsharecommunity newsyouthinkisimportant.But,pleasedon’tspam.

Ourtop100mostengagedreaderswillbeentered intoadrawfora$500CanadianTiregiftcard: ContestclosesonBCDay,August4,2025at11:59PM. Nocashvalue.ThiscontestisnotaffiliatedwithCanadianTire.

LIVEDISCUSSION

Upcomingpanelaimstoaddress affordablehousingneeds

ABBY LUCIANO aluciano@nsnews.com Local JournalismInitiativeReporter

ANorthShoreorganizationisgearing upforapanelaboutnewaffordable housingnextweek.

TheNorthShoreCommunityHousing ActionCommittee, partofthenon-profit NorthShoreCommunityResourcesorganization,isholdingapanelwithindustry expertstoshareinsightsonthecurrentand futurehousinglandscape whilealsohearing fromthecommunity.

Committeechairandhousingadvocate JacobIsaacsaidthepanelideastemmed fromtheprovince’s recentplansasking municipalitiestomakechangestotheir officialcommunityplansto addresshousing needs,butalsoforthecommitteeto bring awarenessaboutthenewhousing regulationsandprovideaforumforpeople’s voicestobeheard.

“Thiseventisdesignedto engageNorth Shore residentsandcommunitygroupswho areoftenexcludedfromtraditionalhousing discussions,”Isaac said.“It’skindofatwofoldpurpose,toinformandlisten.”

ExpertsfromHollyburnCommunity ServicesSociety,theHousingResearch CollaborativeandBCNon-ProfitHousing

Associationwillfocusonquestionsfacing the region,Isaacsaid,includinghowwecan makehousinggrowthequitable,whatpolicy toolsdeliveraffordablehousingandhow localcommunitiescanshapesolutions that reflecttheirneeds.

Acommunitymemberwillalsospeak atthepanel,sharingtheirlivedexperience navigatingthenon-markethousingsystem.

Theeventwillclose withattendees takingpartinsmall-groupdiscussionsthat willhelpinformlocalmunicipalplanners todeterminethetypesandallocationsof newlymandatedhousing,Isaacsaid.

Isaacsaidhehopesthepanelwill makeconversationsaroundhousingmore accessible.

Help Us Improve Community Engagement

CNV’sDraft Community Engagement Framework is nowavailable forreview

Learnmoreand shareyourcommentsonline until June 14.

Scan theQRcodeorﬁndus at letstalk.cnv.org/engagementframework

In person at apop-up openhouse:

•June 9: Noon– 4pm City Hall (Plaza 14thSt. Entrance)

Questions?Contact us at Engagement@cnv.org Scan theQRcode to learnmore!

•June14:10 am –2 pm Civic Plaza (14thSt. &LonsdaleAvenue)

“I thinkthispanelwill reallylenditself welltoinformingpeoplewhomightnot be familiarwithhousingplanning, howthese systemswork, whilealsomaybepushingthe needlealittlebittotowardsnon-marketand supportivehousingthattypicallygetslostin thesesupplysideaffordabilitydiscussions,” hesaid.

MarkFriesen,executivedirectorof HollyburnCommunityServicesSociety, said hewillbehighlightingthedifferenttypesof affordablehousingoutthere,somethingnot everyoneknows.

“Forourworkachievingour missionand purpose,it’s reallyimportantthatthere’s arangeandawholespectrumof housing onthe NorthShore,andthatincludes everythingfromemergencyshelters,deep subsidy,affordablehousing,lowendof marketandbelowmarketinghousing,”Friesen said.

HollyburnCommunityServicesSociety isanon-profitthatprovides resourcesfor youth,seniorsandfamiliesexperiencing socialvulnerabilities.Amongthevarious programstheyoffer,thenon-profitprovides supportforyouthandseniorsexperiencing oratriskofexperiencinghomelessness.

Earlierthisyear,thenon-profitalso beganofferingaffordablecommunity

CABINET

housingontheNorthShore residentsand surroundingareasinMetro Vancouver.

Someofthese projectsinclude a four-storeyaffordable rental buildingon WestQueensRoadinNorth Vancouverand 20 below-marketrateunitsata buildingin Coquitlamopeningthissummer.

WiththeincreaseHollyburnisseeing withhousing,Friesenalsohopes peoplewill takeawayanopennessto differentkindsof housing.

“Understandthataffordable housingis a wholevarietyof differenthousingtypes,and by workingtogether,communitiesacross theNorthShorecanhaveaconstructive conversationaroundtypesof development thatwillensurecomplete,healthy,sustainablecommunitiesforthelongterm,” he said.

HousingisComing: EmbracingDensity, CompleteCommunities panel

When: Thursday,June5from6:30to8:30 p.m.Doorsopenat6p.m.

Where: TheGreatHallatKiwanisCypress (99921stStreet, West Vancouver)

Cost: Free.Registerat nscr.ca AbbyLucianoistheIndigenousandcivic affairsreporterfortheNorth Shore News. Thisreportingbeatismadepossiblebythe LocalJournalismInitiative.

Toomany logistical challenges inthe way, West Van mayor says

West Vancouvermayor responds

Inaninterview,MayorMarkSagersaid hetoowantstoseethetrail reconnected, butaddedtherearetoomanylogisticalchallenges in the way.

“Trust me,there’snothingIwouldlike morethantofindawayto reopenit,”he said.“It’sbeyond the financial resourcesof themunicipalityatthispointintime.”

Sagersaidhestandsbythe2022decision tonixtheproposedtrailthatwouldhave followedthesewerline.

“Councilwouldn’tsupportthat. We lookedatthatbutitwasjustwaytoo much ofaninfringementontopeople’sproperties,”hesaid.“That’snotfair.It’savery, verypopulartrail,andthatwouldbelike literallyputtingpeoplethroughpeople’s backyards.”

AndSageradded thatplanalsowould havetakenhikersaway fromCapilanoRiver, whichistheentire drawof theCapilano Pacific Trail.

“Assoonasit goesoff thewater, then doesit reallymakeanydifferenceif itjust goesupexistingsidewalksandgoeson a more established route?”heasked.

Currently, therearen’tanydiscussions goingonbetweenMetro Vancouverand themunicipality,according to staff. Sager, however,saidhehasnotgivenuponhis requestforthe regionalgovernmenttohelp re-establishaviabletrailagain.

“Ithinkit’sa reallyvaluableasset for all ofMetro Vancouver.It’s a regionalamenity,” hesaid.“I’mstill hopingthatMetromight finditinintheirbudget to assist.”

NOTICEOF CONSIDERATION

WHEN: 6p.m.,June 9, 2025 WHERE: MunicipalHallCouncilChamber, 75017thStreet andvia electroniccommunication facilities

Proposed rezoningof 2550 Queens Avenue

WHAT: Councilisscheduled to considerproposed Zoning BylawNo. 4662,2010, AmendmentBylaw No.5379, 2025at the 6p.m. regular Councilmeeting onJune 9, 2025.

SUBJECT LAND: 2550Queens Avenue. Thesubjectlandisshownshadedblueonthe map.

PROPOSED ZONING BYLAWNO. 4662, 2010,AMENDMENT BYLAWNO. 5379,2025: wouldpermitthe existingsingle-familyparceltobesubdividedinto2lotsallowing fordevelopmentof two single familyhouseswithsecondarysuitesand garagesasshowninthe rendering.

PROVINCIALPROHIBITIONONPUBLICHEARING: Pursuant to the LocalGovernment Act the Districtisprohibitedfromholding apublichearing regardingtheproposed bylaw. Consistentwith provinciallegislation,membersof thepublicarenotpermitted to address Council regarding the proposed bylawduringthe Councilmeeting.

QUESTIONS? Moreinformationontheproposed bylaw, includingstaff reports andothersupporting documents,maybeviewedat westvancouver.ca/news/notices andatMunicipalHallfrom May 23 to June 9, 2025during regularbusinesshours,8:30a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,Monday to Friday, excludingstatutoryholidays.

staff contact: MichelleMcGuire,SeniorManagerof Current Planning &UrbanDesign mmcguire@westvancouver.ca |604-925-7059

email: correspondence@westvancouver.ca mail: 75017thStreet, West VancouverBCV7V3T3 drop-box: locatedattheentrance ofMunicipalHall

PLANNING,DEVELOPMENT&ENVIRONMENTSERVICES 75017thStreet, West VancouverBCV7V3T3 |604-925-7055 |planning@westvancouver.ca| westvancouver.ca

West Vancouver staff inspectthesite of a2021landslide on the Capilano Pacific Trail. DISTRICT OFWEST VANCOUVER

RENDERINGOFPROPOSAL

WEST VANCOUVER

Council grantsnoise exemption forprivateschool ceremony

NICKLABA nlaba@nsnews.com

Staffandstudentsata West Vancouverprivateschool cangetloudduringtheir graduationceremonywithoutfearofbeingfinedfornoise.

OnMay26,councilnarrowly granteda specialevent noiseexemptionforCollingwoodSchoolwitha4-3vote.

Couns. Linda Watt,Christine Cassidyand Nora Gambiolidissentedbecausetheysaidthattheschool hasn’tdoneenoughtoaddressnoiseissuesandother ongoingconcernsfrommembersofthe surrounding community.

Collingwoodhadapplied for the exemptionforits Grade12graduationcommencementceremonyonJune 19,from4to6:30p.m.

Theeventisscheduled to takeplaceontheschool’s artificialturffield,whichis separatedfroma row offive single-family homesbyapavedlane, residentialfence, hedgesand trees.

Accordingtothedistrict’s policy,theexemption couldn’tbeconsideredbystaffbecause morethan80 guestswillbeinattendance.

Staffsaidthey receivedcorrespondencefromfivecommunitymembersopposingtheexemption request.Their concernsinclude“alack of effectivemeasures toaddress illegalon-streetparkingdisruptions, safetyhazardsdueto thenumberofattendees…and excessivenoisedisturbancesgeneratedfromtheseevents.”

Schoolshouldinstall soundbuffer,councillorssay Coun.NoraGambioli saidtherehavebeenlots of problemsbetweenCollingwoodSchool and neighboursliving in theareaduringhernearly14years on council.

“Asanissue,Idon’tthink alone[theexemption]is a problem,butIthinkthat weshould askforsomething in return,” shesaid.“Theyshouldinstall somekindof noise-bufferingmaterial on theeastern-sidefences,which we andtheneighbourshavebeenaskingformany, many years,whichcanstayup afterthisevent.”

Coun.ChristineCassidy agreedthatanaskfor sound-mitigationfromtheschoolhasnotbeenmet.

“Italsoirritatesme beyondbeliefthatwhenwewere given[communityamenitycontributions]foraproject inthat neighbourhood…wearespendingtheminthat

neighbourhoodtomitigatethe issuescausedbythis school,andyetthisschool, in turn,hasdonenothing toassistinbeingwhatIwoulduse, in brackets,‘agood neighbour,’”shesaid.

ButCoun.ScottSnidersaidthegraduationceremony andtheothercomplaintsaretwoseparateissues.

“I doagreewithyou,forthecontribution,thatthey couldbeprovidingbacktothatneighbourhood,”hesaid. “Ithinkthatthey’retwoseparateissues,andforthat reason,thisisaspecialeventforatwo-and-a-half-hour period,”hesaid. “I don’tseethatyoucan relatethetwo.”

MayorMarkSagersaidthedistrict will find a

solutionwithCollingwoodto make improvementsinthe neighbourhood.

“Iwouldn’tinterrupt a4 p.m.intheafternoonhigh schoolevent at thispointintime,”hesaid.“Ijust couldn’t do that.”

Inanemailedstatement,headofschoolLisaEvans saidCollingwoodhas a taskforce tocollaboratewith neighbours, mayorandcounciltoaddressconcerns about parking,traffic and noise.

“Wearecommittedto findingshared solutionsthat supportourstudents’activelearningwhile ensuringwe are goodneighbours,”shesaid.

Termsand Conditions:40% off anyorderof$1000 ormoreor30% off anyorderof$700-$1000onany completecustomcloset,garage,orhome officeunit. Take anadditional15% off onanycompletesystem order.Notvalidwithanyotheroffer.Freeinstallation with anycompleteunitorderof$850ormore. With incomingorder,attimeofpurchaseonly.Offernot validinall regions.Expires05/31/25. only 06/30/25

Collingwood Schoolislocatedwithina residential neighbourhoodinthe Glenmoreareaof West Vancouver GOOGLE

Motherandson were in Horseshoe Bayontripto BowenIsland

Themotherandson reportedlyspent the dayon Bowen Island before thetragic crash.

“Onthatbeautiful Wednesday,shewantedtoadventure withLeonardotoBowenIslandfortheday,astheylovedto travelandseenewthings,”theGoFundMepost reads.“They hadawonderfulday,sharingpictures withLeonardo’s father throughout.”

Leonardo’sparentsarefromBrazilbuthavebeen Canadiancitizensandmade Vancouvertheirhome formany years. Now, thefamilyisfacedwith thedifficultdecisionto bringLeonardotoBrazilforburialifhismothercantravel, orwhethertobringfamily membersto Canadatosaytheir finalgoodbyes.

Asof Tuesdaymorning,morethan$120,000hadbeen raisedtogotowardsthefamily,farsurpassingtheirinitial goalof$65,000.

“Myteam,theAJ family,they’reveryclose,anumberof [employees]who’veworkedtogetherfor manyyears,and sothishascertainlyimpactedthem,”Morrisonsaid.“We’re leaningoneachotherand supportingeachotherasbestas wecan.”

Supportandmourningin West Vancouvercommunity Sincethecrash,theaftermathhasbeenfeltbypeople acrossthecommunity.

AmemorialhasbeengrowingontheKeithRoad andBay Streetintersectionwithflowersandstuffedanimals,steps awayfromwherethefatalcrashhappened.

Lastweek, West VancouverMayorMarkSager and municipal staffsharedtheircondolencesand thankedfirst

respondersfortheirefforts.

“Theaccidentisahorribletragedyandsadbeyondall measure,”Sagersaid.“Onbehalfofallofcouncil,Iwantto expressthatourheartfeltthoughtsarewiththe familiesand allthoseimpacted.Iwould alsoliketoexpressgratitude toeveryonehelpingatthis verydifficultandunthinkablysadtime.”

Itwasavery tragiceventthat impactedeveryone hereinHorseshoe Bay,whetherthey werephysically hereornot,it definitelyhits homeforalotof people.

MEGAN SEWELL BUSINESSASSOCIATION PRESIDENT

The HorseshoeBay BusinessAssociationisalso pitchingintohelp, reschedulingtheirannual Tasteof theBayeventwithproceeds goingtothefamily. Originallysettotake placeonthedayofthe crash,theeventfeatures dozensofbusinessesand musiciansinthecommercial districtof HorseshoeBay, wherepeoplecanwalkaroundandexplore.

Despitetheheartbreakingincident,presidentofthebusinessassociationMeganSewellsaidshe’snoticedhowthe communityisunitingtogethertohelpthoseaffected.

“Itwasaverytragiceventthatimpactedeveryonehere in HorseshoeBay,whethertheywerephysicallyhereornot, it definitelyhitshomeforalotofpeople,”Sewellsaid.

“Theonethingthat’sspecialaboutHorseshoeBayis how resilientourcommunityis. We alwaysunitetogetherto makeitthrough whateverthestrugglemightbe.”

PUBLICMEETING

Monday,June16,2025 6:00pm

2024 AnnualMunicipalReport

THEANNUAL MUNICIPALREPORT providesthe community with an opportunityto learnabout the Cityand itsperformance.The report statesthe City’s goalsfor theupcomingyearand demonstrates progressmadetowardthe previousyear’sinitiatives.

PURSUANT toSections98and 99 of theCommunity Charter,the City of NorthVancouver’s 2024 AnnualMunicipalReportwill bepresented forconsideration at theabove notedmeeting.

PROVIDE WRITTENINPUT: By email(ﬁnance@cnv.org), mail, or deliver in-persontoCityHall. All submissionsmustinclude yourname andaddressand be received at City Hall no laterthannoonon Friday,June 13,2025.

SPEAKATTHEHYBRID MEETING: In person at City Hall: On theday of thePublic Meeting, asign-up sheet will be availableinthe lobby,outside theCouncil Chamber, between 5:30-5:50pm. EnterCity Hallfrom13th Street after5:30pm.

By Webexorphone: Pre-register onlineat cnv.org/PublicMeetings,orbyphoning 604.990.4234 to provide contactdetails.Logininstructions will be forwardedtoyou. AllWebex/phone pre-registration must be submittednolater than noonon Monday,June16, 2025.

VIEW THEREPORT onlineat cnv.org/AnnualReport anytimefromJune 2toJune 16,2025.

QUESTIONS? Contactthe FinanceDepartment at ﬁnance@cnv.org.

“I’mwatching peopleput flowersdown by theincident. You canjustseethatempathy andloveand support the different membersofthecommunityaregivingoneanother astheyholdspaceforthefamilyandthevictimsthatwitnessedthetragicincident,”sheadded.

TasteoftheBaywillrun Wednesday,June11from5:30to 8:30 p.m. Ticketswill be soldatBlenzand TollsinHorseshoe Bay,shesaid.

Policeinvestigationcontinues

Asthecommunity helpsraisefunds, West Vancouver policearecontinuingtheirinvestigationintothecauseofthe crash.

Thelocal police departmentisworkingwithIntegrated CollisionAnalysisandReconstructionService(ICARS)and theCommercial VehicleSafetyandEnforcementbranch.The ICARSunitconductsforensic reconstructionofcollisions that resultinseriousinjuryordeath,fromPembertonto BostonBar.

Policesaidlastweekwhiletheinvestigationisinthe earlystages,speedwasnotacontributingfactor.The bus wastakeninfora mechanicalinspection.

Thebusdriverwasidentified asa TransLinkemployee andisfullyco-operatingwithinvestigators.

Sgt.ChrisBiglandsaidthattheinvestigationwilllikely be completedsixmonthsfromnow.

Supportavailable

Thereareanumberofsupport servicesavailableto help thoseaffected by thetragedy.

Anyonewhodirectlywitnessedorwasinvolvedinlast week’sincidentcancall West Vancouver policevictim serviceslineat604-925-7468.TheBC MentalHealth&Crisis Responselineisalsoavailableforthose strugglingwiththe aftermathoftheeventat310-6789(noareacodeneeded).

West Vancouver policeaskwitnessesorthosewhowere intheareaand havefootagetocalltheirnon-emergencyline at604-925-7300, quoting filenumber #25-5042.

-With filesfromAlannaKelly AbbyLucianoistheIndigenousandcivicaffairsreporterfor the North ShoreNews.Thisreportingbeatismadepossible bytheLocalJournalismInitiative.

Silvana Schrammenjoysadayoutwithher son Leonardo Machado. COURTESY OF THERESA MORRISON

BUILDINGFORTHEFUTURE

Campaimstohelpgirlsbreakintotheengineering world

SHOBANASHANMUGASAMY

Contributingwriter

AcampcomingtoNorth Vancouveraimstoinspire younggirlstodreambigand empowerthemto unlocktheir potentialinthehistorically male-dominatedworldof engineering.

CampEngies,anon-profitorganizationledbywomenengineers, ishostinga full-daycampfor younggirlsfromGrades4to8.

“Ourmissionistoencourage moreyoungwomen to pursue engineering,sowehavea diversityofthoughtandadiverse workforceinthemale-dominatedfieldof engineering,”said ElizabethUnger, whoisleadingthe planningeffortfortheengineering campthisyear.

“Thecampisopentoanybody intheLowerMainland,”Unger said.

ThecampwillrunJune22, 9a.m.to4p.m.atNorthShore NeighbourhoodHouse.

CityofNorth VancouverMayor LindaBuchananwillprovide

opening remarksbeforethe studentsjumpintoengineering activitiesfollowedbyateam designchallenge.

Threeengineeringactivitiesare plannedfortheday.Thefirstis a handheldfancreation,thenext ismakinglipbalm,andthefinal oneisbuildingariggingsystem totransportlogs.Theactivities arenotjustfun-filledbutalsoeducational,each specifictovaried engineeringdisciplines,including electrical,chemical,process,and forestryengineering.

Overlunch,Robyn K. Gaebel fromGeosyntecand Chloé Redies fromAusencowilljoinasguest speakers.Theywillsharetheir experienceinengineering,inspire the girls, give themadvice,and answertheir questions.

Inthe lastcoupleofhours, before the camp closes,there willbeadesignchallenge.The camperswillbe splitintogroups offourtofive,andeachteamwill havetoproposetheirownearth damdesign.

Somenext-generationEngies

–studentsfromGrades9to12 whopreviouslyattendedengineeringcamps–will returnas assistantcounsellorstohelpwith activities,assistcampers,andact asmentors

Ungersaidthecamp“willbenefititsparticipantsforalifetime.”

Shesaidgirlscan reachoutto theconnectionstheymakeatthe

Notice of Proposed Zoning AmendmentBylaw

PURPOSE: Thepurpose of theproposedBylaw is to amendthe City’s “ZoningBylaw,1995, No.6700” in ordertorezoneproperties impacted by newrules forSmall ScaleMulti-UnitHousing (SSMUH) announced by theBCProvincialGovernmentin2023.

SUBJECTLANDS: Thelands thatarethe subjectofthe proposed Bylawareshown in blue on theinset mapand areinthe zones listed in theadjacenttable.

BYLAW READINGS: Considerationofﬁrst, second,third andﬁnal readings of theproposedBylaw will be at theRegular Council Meetingon Monday,June 9,2025

ACCESS DOCUMENTS: Acopyofthe mapand theproposedBylaw is availablefor inspectiononlineat cnv.org/PublicNotices from May28,2025 to June 9,2025.

PROVIDEINPUT: As thepurpose of theproposedBylaw is to comply withtherequirementsfor SSMUH,local governmentsare notpermittedtoholda Public HearinginaccordancewithSection 464(4) of the LocalGovernmentAct.Writtensubmissions, including yournameand address, arepermitted andmay be addressedto theCorporate Oﬃcerand sent by emailto input@cnv.org,orby mail or delivered to City Hall, no laterthannoonon Monday,June 9,2025. No Public InputPeriodsubmissionsonthismatterwill be heardatthe Council meeting.

QUESTIONS? Contactthe Planning Department at zoningupdate@cnv.org.

campforsupportwithengineering advice,lifeguidance,andvolunteeringopportunities.

“Girlshavecontinuedaccess toseeking references,discussions aboutideas,andgeneralguidance,”shesaid.

CampEngiescollaborateswith GirlsWhoLEAP,servingyouth fromtheDowntownEastside,

Grandview-Woodlands,andNorth ShoreNeighbourhoodHouse communitiestoensureinclusivity andaccessibility.

Receivingcommunityand industrysponsorships,Camp Engiesofferscampsatlowcost orfreetomarginalizedyouth. Parentswhosignuptheirchildren asmembersofamarginalized youthorganizationwillbegiven acodetowaivetheentrancefee, whileotherswillhavetopaythe subsidizedcostof$75.

“Parentsdonotmakeanypaymentduringthesign-upprocess. Afterachildis registered,the organizingteamwillcontactthe parentstoconfirmthesign-upand askforpayment,”Ungersaid.

Thecampisfillingupquickly, Ungersaid,withamaximumof 48spotsavailable.Thelastday to registerisJune6.Formore informationorto register,visit campengies.com. ShobanaShanmugasamyisastudentinternreportingfortheNorth ShoreNews.Shecanbereachedat shobanas@student.ubc.ca.

“ZoningBylaw,1995, No.6700, Amendment Bylaw, 2025, No.9031” Amendmentsto ComplywithProvincialSmall Scale Multi-Unit HousingLegislation (Bill 44)

CD-135216 West 17thStreet

CD-140725 St.Andrews Ave

CD-149220 West 17thStreet

CD-1961644 MahonAvenue

CD-208421 West 16thStreet

CD-273431 West 6thStreet

CD-301260 East10thStreet

CD-343255 West KeithRoad

CD-457265 East10thStreet

CD-457269 East10thStreet

CD-472261 East19thStreet

CD-491818 St.Andrews Ave

CD-546142 West 23rdStreet

CD-573652 West 15thStreet

CD-575328 East14thStreet

CD-596360 East12thStreet

CD-596362 East12thStreet

CD-615252 East19thStreet

CD-615254 East19thStreet

CD-616615 MahonAvenue

CD-6332002 Carson Court

CD-6332006 Carson Court

CD-6332010 Carson Court

CD-6332014 Carson Court

CD-6332020 Carson Court

CD-6332022 Carson Court

CD-6332000 Larson Road

CD-6332004 Larson Road

CD-6332008 Larson Road

CD-6332012 Larson Road

CD-6332016 Larson Road

CD-6332018 Larson Road

CD-682608 East9th Street

CD-682614 East9th Street

CampEngies, anorganizationled by femaleengineers,provides opportunities forgirls to getataste ofthemale-dominated world of engineering. CAMPENGIES

TIME TRAVELLER

Aweekly glimpseintothe past from MONOVA:Museum & Archives of NorthVancouver

Photo:NVMA,F34-SF2-SS9-f2-28

In 1963the NorthVancouver Centennial Committeerecommended theconstructionofa new recreationfacility at 23rdStreetand Lonsdale Avenue.Senttoreferendumasa jointcentennial project,the planswereapprovedwholeheartedlybyvotersinboththe city anddistrict.

Thisphoto showsthe buildingofthe overpass over 23rd Street as part of theconstructionofthe projectwhich took placeoverthe courseof 1965.The facilityofficially opened in March1966, with aformalballofficiated by Lt.-Gen. George Pearkesmarkingthe occasion In 2001the facilitywas renamed theHarry Jerome Recreation Centre.

Discover more of theNorth Shore’srichhistory at MONOVA.Start planning your visitat monova.ca. Do youhavea storytotell? Getintouch via archives@monova.ca.

TheproposedAmbleside centrelocalareaplanallows forhigher densityon selectsites,like the1600blockof Bellevue Avenue(FreshSt.Market). DISTRICT OF

Business leader calls foraction

Cassidywasamongthecampat councilthatarguedmovingforwardwiththe planshouldbedelayedevenfurther.

“WhatIwouldlike,anda significant numberofthecommunitywouldlike as well,istheywouldlikethatone commoditythatis so difficulttobuy,andthatis time,”she said.“Theywouldliketo go intothemonthofSeptember,tohavethe summermonthstodigestthisfurther.”

Cassidyalsomentioned several potentialissues withtheplan, includingthe use of storeysforbuildingheightratherthan feet,whattodowiththecommunity-use siteat1763Bellevue Ave.,andwhether a scalewoodenmodelofAmbleside should bebuilt.Staffestimated suchamodel couldcosthundredsofthousandsof dollars.

“Yes,itmaywellcostmoney,butthere is suchathingas the timevalueofmoney. Sothatwhichitmightcosttoday,10years fromnowmaylooklikenothing,”shesaid.

Peopleneedtoliveincommercialarea, ADBIAsays

Coun.NoraGambioliwasthelone memberofcouncilwhowantedtoproceedwiththeplanwithoutfurtherdelay.

Twoyearsago,all sevencouncilmemberswalkedAmblesidetwicewithdistrict plannerstolookatevery singlesite, she said.Lastfall,planning staffheld25in-personevents,withalmost3,000inputs to the plan.TheninJanuary, Hawkinsbrought thedraftplantocouncil.

“Wenowhaveover50peoplewho havewrittentousjustinthelast 48 or72 hours,whoarebeggingus,askingusto forwardthisproject,”Gambioli said.“We shouldbe sendingittoapublichearing.

That’sinsultingto all thepeoplewhohave givenfeedbackoverthepasttwoyearsto notsendthis.”

Ambleside andDundaraveBusiness ImprovementAssociationexecutivedirectorMaureenO’Brienaddressedcouncil duringthepublic commentperiod. A lot ofhermembershadwrittenintopushthe plan ahead, buthavebeen“disregarded.”

“Iknowthattheletterfromtheprovincialgovernmenthadcomeforward. I readitmyselfthoroughly,andIdon’tsee anythingin Amblesidethattheywanted toseedifferent.Theyseemtobe fine with the 1,200 units recommended,”shesaid.

Peopleneedtoliveinthecommercial areaoftheneighbourhood,O’Briensaid. “Ourshopsaredying,”shesaid.“Our businesses andourbuildingsareold. Therehavebeen 33 studiesinalmost 80 years,andtheyallsaythesamething: We needto revitalize.”

HeatherMersey,presidentof ADRA, saidthe reasonher group’slettersto councilweresentsolateisbecausethey hada“veryshorttime”toexaminea“very detaileddocument.”

“Wehaveaskedforabitmoretime,but it’sabenefit tothecommunityoverall. There’smanythingsthataregoodinit, butthere’s stillafewthingsweneedto workout,”shesaid.“Howwebestdothat, pleasetellus. We willworkhoweverwe can.”

Withnosuccessfulvoteonhowtoproceedwiththeplanatcouncil,staff advised thataspecialmeetingcouldbeheld.

DistrictspokespersonCarrieGadsby explained thatthe issuecouldalsobe addedtoagendasatupcomingmeetings formodification.Nodates haveyetbeen set.

WEST VANCOUVER

Continuedfrom A4

Construction of NorthVan reccentre

9.Full of excitement 10.Chimneypart 11. See(to) 16.Wiseman 20.Counterfeit

21.Mom’s mom 22.Martial____

24.Tokyo’s site

25.House extension

26.Ship’s men

28. Form ofaddress

30.Landunit

31.College residence

32.Stringed toy: hyph.

35.Authority

38.Briefsnooze

40.WorksbyKeats

42.Stared 44. Dozes

45.Leave

46.“____Got Tonight”

48.Creeps

Send aletter

counterpart

43.Auditiontape 44. PoliticianGingrich 47.Highestcard

animals

50.Detouredaround 55.Primadonna 56.Marshplant 57.Buildingvine 58. Dancepart 59.Ifs,____,orbuts 60.Goodgrade

1. Peeper 2. Jazzinstrument 3. Usesnowrunners 4. Gympads 5. Identical 6. Electrifiedparticle 7. Shakea_ 8. Giveaway

50.Bathing-suit top

51.Yearning

52.Bro orsis

53.Firstfemale

54.Coloringagent

Crosswordpuzzleanswers useAmerican spelling

LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS:

ARIES March21-April19

You’llspendmoretime thanexpectedon aproject youfeelpassionateabout. Ifyousenseanytensionin your relationship, acandid conversationwithyour partnermaybeneeded.

TAURUS April20-May20

Theagreementsyou finalizewithnewclients thisweekwill leave you feelingsatisfied. Your sharpattentiontodetail willpayoff.However, bemindfulthatthefull mooncouldaffectyour energy.Avoidoverexerting yourself.

GEMINI May21-June20

Putinsomeextrahoursat worktohelpyousaveup for afuturevacation.This anticipationwillallowyou totreatyourselftosome well-deservedluxury.

CANCER June21-July22

You’llmakeimportant decisionsaboutyour careerthisweek.Align yourlifestylewithyour desires.You’llquickly notice aboostinyour healthandvitality.

LEO July23-Aug.22

Thefullmoonwillilluminate yourconversationswith familyandfriends,fostering enrichingdialogues.At work,clearcommunication willhelpyouovercomeany obstacles.Adopt ahealthier diettofeelbetter.

VIRGO Aug.23-Sept.22

Youwon’tbeabletoshake certainemotionsthisweek. However,expressingthem willbringyouimmenserelief. Lettingyourfeelingsoutwill helpyouletgoofanguish andfeelmorefulfilled.

LIBRA Sept.23-Oct. 22

Youmightdiscovera significant errorononeof yourbillsthatcould resolve abudgetissue.At work, you mayneedto renegotiate contracts,or aclientmay changetheirmindaboutan agreement.

SCORPIO Oct. 23-Nov. 21

You’llbebrimmingwith ideasandinitiativesthis week.However,remember thatyoucan’tplease everyone.Thefullmoon maycausesomeconfusion inprofessionalmatters andyourpersonallife.

SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22-Dec.21

Sometimes,youmayneed asecondcupofcoffee tohelpyoufocusand completeyourtasks. You mayfeeldisorientedat workand home andfind itchallengingtoexpress yourthoughtsclearly.

CAPRICORN Dec. 22-Jan. 19

Thefullmoonmightheighten yourstresslevels,givingyou theperfect reasontotakea stepback. It’sagoodideato treatyourselfto amomentof relaxation,whether by seeing amassagetherapistortaking arelaxingspaday.

AQUARIUS Jan.20-Feb.18

You’lllead ameetingthat showcasesyourskills, settingyouupfor amuchanticipatedpromotion.The fullmoonwillbetheperfect timetocelebrateyour achievements.

PISCES Feb. 19-March20

Summervacationisfast approaching,especiallyfor yourlittleones.Thistimeoff willgiveyouthechanceto easesomeofyourstressand lightendaily responsibilities. You’llbeabletoenjoylife morefullyinthemoment.

HOWTOPLAY:

Fillinthegridsothat everyrow,every columnandevery 3x3box contains thenumbers 1through 9 onlyonce. Each 3x3box isoutlinedwitha darkerline. Youalready havea fewnumberstoget youstarted. Remember:youmustnot repeatthe numbers 1through 9inthesameline, columnor 3x3 box.

SUDOKU

Your Community

MARKETPLACE

Calloremailtoplaceyourad, Mondaythrough Friday8:30amto4:30pm 604-653-7851•604-362-0586

nmather@glaciermedia.ca • dtjames@glaciermedia.ca

Bookyouradonline anytime at nsnews.adperfect.com

LeonardJesse Evenden,87,ofWestVancouver, B.C. passedawaypeacefully surrounded by loving family on22 May, 2025.Len wassoulmate and husband to Polly(née Walters) forsixty-two years and alovingfather to threechildren, Kirstin(Chris), Maya (Steven)and Matthew(Kirsty), as well as dotinggrandfather to Hannah, Ben, Nyssa and Maggie. He waspredeceased by hisparents, LeonardDaniel Evendenand ElsiePearl(née March)andhissisters,Eleanor,Patriciaand Gwendolyn He wasmuchlovedandwill bedeeply missed.

Born in Chinain1937 to SalvationArmymissionary parents, heandhisfamilywerecivilianinternees in theWeihsienCampduringthe Second WorldWar. Len returned to Canada in 1946andattended school inSt. Catharinesand Hamilton, ON.Lenhad adeep loveandappreciation formusic and performed trombone in SalvationArmy bandsaswellashigh schooland city orchestras.Hewenton to study geographyatMcMasterUniversity(BA hons 1960), theUniversityofGeorgia(MA 1962)and the University of Edinburgh (PhD 1970).A devoted teacher,mentor,and scholar,hewas thefirst urbanist appointedat SimonFraserUniversityand taught in thedepartmentofgeographyfrom1966 until hisretirement in 2002.Len wasa specialistin thestudyofhousingand suburbandevelopmentand astrongadvocate forCanadian Studies.

Acelebrationoflifewill beheldatSt. Christopher’s Church,1068 Inglewood Ave, WestVancouver,on 26 July,2025at 11:00AM. In lieuofflowers,donations maybemade to theSalvation ArmyorSimon Fraser University in LeonardEvenden’s memory.

To writeacondolencetothe family,pleasevisit www.mckenziefuneralservices.com

It is with deep sorrow that we announcethepassing of Warren PatrickMunroe “Pat”onApril 28,2025, surrounded by hisdaughtersClaireand Suzanne, sonWarren,and son-in-law Josh —his heartwith theloveofhislife, wife Barbara.

Born July 17,1933, in Campbellton, NewBrunswick, to ChesterMunroeand MarieClara Turgeon, Pat wasa lovingbigbrother to Marlene,Connie, Carrie, and Heather.AlthoughanAcadianathiscore, he spent many childhood yearsinQuebec City and thenlateralloverCanada, leading alifefullof learning,service and love.

Patservedinthe RoyalCanadian AirForce as an accountantandathlete, thenbecameapassionate realestate professionaland community leader on theNorth Shoreand Cobble Hill, BC.Hewasa District of NorthVancouver Councillor(1993–1999), co-founded theEdgemont Community Association, taughtat BCIT,workedwiththe Parole Boardof Canada’sAppealsDivision,and so much more.A devotedmember of Highlands United Church,he marriedBarbaratherein1973.

Patwas knownforhiswarmsmile,kindeyes, deep intellect,andunwaveringabilitytoconnectwith people. Aloverof sports,music,Canadianhistory, poetry and adeep respectfor Indigenous cultureshe wasa manofmanyinterests and talents. Pat brought joy, remarkable storiesandprofound insight to everyone whoknewhim.Eveninillness, he focusedonthepositivesof lifeand cherished every moment with his family.

He oftensaid, “I’m theluckiestmanalive,”and those whoknewhim feel just as lucky.

Aservice to honour Pat’slifewill beheldSunday, July 27,at2:00p.m.atHighlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Boulevard, NorthVancouver.

With heavy hearts,weannouncethepassingof DonaldLowellMontgomeryonMay 28,2025,at the ageof92. Donwas adevotedhusband, aloving father,grandfather,and great-grandfather,anda lifelongeducator whosequick witand kindheartleft alasting impressiononallwho knew him.

He is survived by hisbeloved wife,Lenore Montgomery, with whomhe shared over70 wonderfulyearsofmarriage.Together,theyraised sevenchildren, Lori, Tim, Nancy, Carol, Wendy, Darcie,and Ross.

Donwas adedicatedgrandfather to Alia,Courtney, Jacob, Gabriel, Olivia,Josh,and Jessica anda proud great-grandfather to Ethan, Nolan,and Emily.

Donbeganhisteaching career in 1954at ChiefLake School.His passion foreducationtookhimto Ashcroft,Grand Forks, and Penticton. He accepted hisfirstvice principalposition in Gibsons,followed by amovetoGreenwood,beforereturning to Gibsonsand Elphinstone SecondarySchool,where he servedasprincipal.In1978, thefamilyrelocated to NorthVancouver,and Doncontinued toteachat Langdaleand lateratBowen Island Elementary School.

Donhad adeepappreciationand love of the outdoors. He especiallyenjoyedhistimehikingand campinginthe Ashnolaand CathedralLakes area. Whetherhe wasfishing,hiking,gardening, woodworking,carving,orsimplyenjoyingtimewith lovedones,Donapproached lifewithwarmth, humour,and adeepappreciation forthe simplejoys. Hisdeepdevotiontohis family will be forever cherished.

He leavesbehind alegacyoflove, laughter,and learning that will be cherished forgenerations.

REMEMBRANCES

Beverley Walker,age87,passedawaypeacefully on May26,2025,at2:53 AM. Born on August24, 1937,inThe Pas, Manitoba. Shewaspredeceased by her parents Archie and Etta Hunter,her siblings HazelJohnson, GraemeHunter (Laraine)and Lynn Gunn (Don).She is survived by her lifetimeloveChuckWalker andherchildrenShannon (Tim Webb)and Scott(Anna Wallner); her grandchildrenJoe,Lola, Jacqueline, and Josephine;andher sister GayleHunter (Brian Moghadam), herbrother KevinHunter (ShelleyClements).

Bevspentherearly yearsinTelegraph Creek,British Columbia whereher father ranthe Hudson BayTrading Post.Evenasa younggirl,Bev showed remarkable determination,having to move away fromher family to attend school in Vancouver fromage 7through graduationfromKitsHighSchool.

After completing school,sheembraced aspiritofadventure, moving firstto Alberta and then to Hawaii. While visitingherparentsinTelegraph Creek,she becamefriends withthelocal nurseGladys(Walker)Lennox, whointroduced Bev to herbrother in Edmonton. Chuckwouldbecomethe love of her lifeand their relationshipblossomedintoaromantic and eventfulcourtship, eventually leading totheirmarriageonFebruary2,1962, in Edmonton, Alberta.She and Chucklived inEdmontonbeforemovingtoBC, backtoEdmonton,and eventually settledon the NorthShorewheretheylivedand raised their family forover50years.

Bev carriedalifelong love forcurlingandgolf, knownforbeingoneof the straightest hittersandbestputters around. Many ofher longest-lasting relationships were forgedon thecourse in West Vancouverat Capilano Golf Club andinPalmDesertatSantaRosaCountry Club.Bev wasa generous friend, always dedicated to thoseshe loved,andan incredibleentertainer whobrought peopletogether with her culinarytalents. Throughouther life, Bevwasnever afraid to trynew adventures –sheand Chuck travelledextensivelyvisiting Europe,Asia, Africa and SouthAmerica.Bev wasthe matriarchofthe Walker family,theglue thatheldeveryone together.She wasknown forher incredible organizational skills,which kept everyaspectofher family's liferunning smoothly. As thecornerstoneof Chuck'sbusinessventures,sheprovidedunwavering supportandpartnership,playingan integral rolein hissuccess.Bev wasa devoted mentorandguide toher childrenand grandchildren, inspiringeveryone with herquick wit, incrediblememory, captivatingstorytelling, andpassion for adventureand travel.Herappreciationfor sharingaglass of wineand abeautiful glassofscotchenriched thelivesofallwho knew her.

AcelebrationofBeverley'slifewill beheldatCapilano Golf and Country Clubon Thursday, July 10th at 2pm. In keeping with her vibrant spirit,weinviteeveryone towear colourful,celebratoryattirethatreflectsthe joyand warmth shebrought into our lives.Inlieuofflowers,the family requests donations to BC Canceror LionsGateHospitalFoundation. We wouldalsoliketothank Gina, Vanja, Kristi, Danaand Evelyn forthe incrediblecareand companionshipthat they offeredto Bevoverthe final monthsofher life. Andweare grateful forall theloveand supportfrom family and friendsas we rememberand celebrateher remarkable life.

On Tuesday, May20th,aftera decade long valiant battlewithParkinson’s disease, Kenpassedaway. He leavesbehindhissisterKathryn andherpartner Barbara,and agroupof loving friends.Heis predeceased by hisbeloved wife Bev(nee Kulyk) andhissubsequentpartnerandadvocate, Pam. He is also predeceased by hisWestie, Brodiewhom he spoiledunreservedly!

Kenspent most ofhischildhood in Burnaby, attending Cascades Elementary, Moscrop Junior High,and BurnabyCentral. He wasa proud member of theSea Cadets, anddanced theSailor’sHornpipe in Empire Stadium to celebrateBC’sCentennial in 1958. Hislong-time friend Bill recalls Kenjoining the schoolbandas aclarinetplayer,that section contained themostgirls.

Followinghisgraduationin1964, Kenpursued furthereducationatthe UBCschoolofPharmacy.It wastherehemet theloveofhislifeBev,and together they shared thenextforty-four yearsliving lifetoitsfullest.In1969,afterearninghisdegreein pharmacy,Ken commencedhisprofessional career in pharmaceutical saleswithPfizer.

Kenalsohad many interestswhich includedalltypes of travel,flying,gardening,running,and socializing. He and Bevtravelledtomanyparts of theworld.

Over50 yearsago,Ken joined amen’s running group called, “The Nomads”. Agroup that todaystill walksand meetsfor coffee twiceaweek.Ken’s longtimefriendand fellowpharmacist,Rob Williamson,was still pickingupKen fromhishome at Amicatojointhe groupuntil onlya fewmonths ago.

Overhismanyyears, Kenhad many talents. He racedfrom1mile distances to unbelievable100 mile challenges in California; from2003-2013.Ken wasa volunteeratLGHinPalliative Care on 7Westand backin1974Kengothispilot’slicensewhich he had active until 1977.

Regardless ofhiscircumstances,Ken kepthimself asactive ashe could,bothmentally andphysically, and thoseofuswhoknewhim will always be inspired by hiscourageandhisgrace.

Aspecialthankstoall thoseatAmica and the private companions whowerewithKen over thepast 6years. Acelebrationoflifewill beheldon Wednesday, June 18th,2025,at2pmat AmicaWest Vancouver,659 ClydeAvenue.

Leslie wasa cherished friend, confidant,and source of West Vancouver joy. Atruefashionistawho appreciatedasteam ironand abackyardclothing line. With impeccablepersonal style, sheembraced adventure, treasured thoseshe loved,and wasan avid reader from childhood. Hersharpwit,deep compassion,and remarkable graceupliftedthose aroundheras shefaced life'schallenges with dignity.One year later, sheisdearly missed.

Debra

It is with greatsadnessweannouncethepassingof MarilynArnold. Predeceased by parentsFrankand HelenCruickshank,survivedbyhusband Ed, childrenLauren (Michael), Ryan (Sabrina),and beloved grandchildrenMila,Russell, Lewis, and Micah. Marilyn wasalsopredeceased by herbrother Georgeand survived by her sister-in-lawLorna, brother Sandy (Linden)and theirfamilies.

Marilynwas adedicatedprimaryteacher in the NorthVancouver schooldistrict formorethan40 years. Sheespeciallyenjoyed sharingher love ofart and musicwithher studentsand volunteered with Artistsfor Kids.

Marilynadoredher many amazingfriendsand she enjoyedbringingpeopletogether.She lovedcooking and will be rememberedas aterrifichostofmany dinnerparties,book clubs,andholiday parties. Marilynwas aloverofliteratureandalways had severalbooksnearby.She lovedtotravelandhad many wonderfultrips with family and friends to France, Italy, Greece, NewYork, Hawaii, Palm Springs,and Australia.

Withoutquestion, Marilyn’sgreatestprideand joy washer family.Her role as amotherand grandmother (“Ammie”)wereher truepassion. She will be very greatly missed.

CelebrationofLife, 2:00pmon July 3,2025 at Boal Chapel,1505Lillooet Rd,North Van.

In lieuofflowers,donations to thefollowing organizationsaregratefullyaccepted in Marilyn’s memory.

In lieuofflowers,donations canbemade to the ParkinsonSociety of BC.

Artistsfor Kids:(www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/66477) NorthShoreHospice: (https://www.northshorehospicepalliative.com/ donate/support-us/)

REMEMBRANCES

OBITUARIES

Henning PeterBrasso diedpeacefully on May16thinNorth Vancouver.

Born in CalgarytoDanish immigrantsPeterand Else Brasso,Henning grew up in ruralBowness, Alberta.Lifewas toughduringthe Depression years- thefamily homehadnoelectricityor running water-but Henninghad fond memories playinghockeyonfrozenlakes,deliveringnewspapersonhorseback, andofhis Great Dane Rex, whowasthe firstofmanybeloveddogs.

HenningenrolledinUBC andearned aCommerce degree. He waselected Presidentof theCommerceUndergraduateSociety and wasa memberof the Beta ThetaPhi fraternity.

Aftergraduatingin1956hepartnered with his dad,openingBrasso’s Car Supermarket in Burnaby.

In 1960he marriedKam Byrne. They had 3childrenwhilelivinginVancouverand Calgary, settlinginWestVancouver in 1966.

Henning triedhis handat various businessventures including sellingmobile homesandairraidshelters.In1967 Henning setupaDatsun cardealershipin Vancouver,the firstJapanesecar franchise in thecity. He added four Brasso Datsundealerships in Vancouverand Calgary(partneringwithhis brother Einar). For more than fiftyyearsthereafter, heoperated various cardealershipsandother businessventures,culminatinginapartnership with twoofhis closestfriends whichformedoneof thelargestHondadealer groups in Canada.

Henningheldseveralprominentpositions including Chairmanof theBCChapter of theYoung PresidentsOrganization, theBCAutomobile DealersAssociationand theBCChildren’sHospitalFoundationTelethon. In 1996he wonthe MacLean’s magazine National DealerofExcellenceaward and received theQueen’s Golden JubileeMedal in 2003 forhis community serviceand contributionsas abusiness leader.

Henning wasanavidtennisplayer, golferand swimmer. He earnedhissmall aircraftpilot’slicence, playedpianoalmost daily,and wasa keenphotographer, leavinganextensivecatalogueofphotosdocumentingthe lifeofhis family.

Henning washappiestwhenhewas with hisfamily. They travelledaround Europe in 1972and visitedhis Danish relatives. Summers were spentboatingonthe coastwhile winter vacations were to Mauiand Whistler.In1990 Henningand Kam bought acabinatEgmont wherefamilyand friends wouldgather for25years. Henning lost Kamwhen shediedin2008. He then marriedFranBrinkleyin2010 and they enjoyed fifteen wonderfulyearstogether.

Henning waspredeceased by Kam, brother Einar,sisters-in-lawDonnaand Sheila,andbrother-in-lawDon. He is survived by Fran, childrenChristian, Peter (Jackie), andLisa,grandchildrenTabitha, Charlotte, Matthew, and Julia,nieces Celia,Krissyand Alison,brother-in-lawTerry,and Fran’s childrenand grandchildrenKristyand Stephen (Khamphiou),Kelly,Sam,Jack, Kate,and Grace.

We aredeeply grateful toHenning’scaregiverChristian, whowas acherished companion to Henning forthepasttwo yearsand to thestaff at SunriseLonsdale Square, whotook such good care of Henning in hisfinal months.

Amemorialservice will beheldatthe West Vancouver United Church on Tuesday, June 17th at2pm,withareceptiontofollow.

OBITUARIES

With heavy hearts anddeep gratitude,wesharethe peacefulpassingof Andy Demeuleathome, with his beloved wife Irma by hisside. Marriedfornearly 60 years, Andyand Irma built abeautiful lifeinNorth Vancouver,whereAndybecameabeloved and familiarfaceinthe community.

Born in Winnipeg,Manitoba, Andy wasoneof ten children,and thelastsurviving siblingofhis remarkable family.A devotedhusband, father,and grandfather,Andy wastheprouddadof Paul and Lisa,andgrandpa to Austin,Olivia,and Isobel.He passedjustonedaybeforethebirthofhis greatgranddaughter,MileyMay,whonowbeginsher life with aguardianangelalready watching overher.

Andy lived by thevalueof "familyfirst." He coached PaulandLisa in ringette andhockeywellintotheir adultyears, and even longafterthey'dgrown,he continued coaching,often with Lisa by hisside. Coaching wasn't justsomethinghedid,itwas his passion.

Anatural leader,Andybroughtpeopletogether through coaching,teaching,and community involvement.Heled theNorth ShoreKeep Well Programfor25 years, wherehis kindnessand energy made alasting impact. Hiscontributionsto thecommunity earnedhimthehonourof carrying the Olympictorch forthe2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics,a moment thatperfectly reflectedhis generousand joyfulheart.

Andy wasknown forhis humour,positivity, and abilitytomakeeveryone feel seen. It wasraretogo anywherewithhim withouthearingafriendly"Hi, Andy!"

Hewill bedeeplymissedbyall whoknewand loved him.

AMasscelebratingAndy's lifewill beheldon Wednesday,June4th at 11:00a.m. at St.Stephen's Catholic Church,1360 East 24thStreet,North Vancouver,withareceptiontofollow.

In lieuofflowers,donations canbemade in Andy's nametotheLions Gate Hospital Foundation, in honourof theexceptional care he received.

OBITUARIES

RalphwasborninVancouveron November3, 1934. Afterspending theearly yearsofhislifeinthe remotetown of Ocean Falls,British Columbia, Ralph'sfamilyreturned to Vancouver,wherehegrew upand subsequently attended theUniversityof BritishColumbiafor Pharmacy and Medicine.Ralph practicedmedicine in theforms of General Practice and Occupational Therapyfor over50 yearsonthe NorthShoreand withtheWorker'sCompensation Board. Ralphpassedawaypeacefullyathomeon February24,2025, surrounded by hischildrenand grandchildren. He is predeceased by hiswife, Enid (2009),and is survived by hischildrenMark, Kieran (Andy), Sara and Neil, and grandchildrenJeter, Jessica,Ryanand Phoenix.

Dad, youare misseddearly cribbage tournaments aren'tthe same without you.

It is with immensesadnessthat we announcethe passingof SolveigKarlgren,ourbeloved mother, grandmother,and friend. Shewasborntoayoung mother in Fryksände,Värmland, Sweden,and came into ahostile worldonthebrinkofwar.She stayed with relativesinasecluded woodlandhome surrounded by rollingforests as farasthe eyecould see. There, shefound sanctuary, wanderingamong thetrees fromdawn till dusk. Beingtheeldestof eight,responsibilitysoonbeckoned,andtheneed to lighten themoodofher family and friendsduring timesofhardshipand tragedybecameher lifelong calling.

As ayoung woman, Solveigtrainedas adecorator and movedsouthtoSäffle. There, sheworkedand immersedherselfin thesocialscene.She mether husband Curt at alocaldance. They marriedin1964 and raised two sons.In1981, thefamilyemigrated to NorthVancouver,whereSolveig remainedactive in theSwedishcommunity,volunteeringfor the Swedish Cultural Society, running ashop in Edgemont Village,playingbridge,and cherishing time with her family,friends,and grandchildren. She neverstopped reminiscingaboutherbeloved forests, evenas thedementia cloudedher thoughts.

AcelebrationoflifewillbeheldattheScandinavian Centre on June 15th.Ourheartfeltgratitudeto those whosupportedSolveigthroughher finalyears. Foreverinourhearts.

Born November 17,1994 from stormtosunshine! Died May26,2025 in therain.

Ourangel Tayler Huttonpassedawaypeacefully at the NorthShoreHospice on themorningof May26, 2025.

Taylerhadbeendiagnosed with braincancer in Februaryof2021.She facedher illnesswithstrength andgrace.Throughouther journey, Taylerdisplayed incrediblecourageandunwaveringhope.Her faith sustainedher.

Tayler wasa talentedartist with anartist’s soul,a trained chefand foodieandgraduatedon thedean’s listfromCapilano University with adegreein Communications.Taylerlovedher Australian ShepherdAkira with allofherheart, wasa lizard loverand aloverofallcreatures greatand small. Shewasanaccomplished skierand flyfisherman.

Throughout herlife, Taylerembodied kindnessand compassionand alittlegirl’sappreciation forthe endearingand sweet.Her selflessnessand generosityknewnobounds,leavingan indelible mark on theheartsoffriendsand family alike. Tayler’s legacy of love will be cherished by allwho had theprivilegeof sharinginher journey.

Taylerandher family aresupportedintheirChristian faithand knowledge that Taylerhas movedontothe wondersofHeavenand theinfinite love of God.

Tayler leavesbehindher grieving family.Her mother Andrea Feheley,step-father BrianSmith andher father JamesHutton, step-mother CelinaHuttonand herhalfsisterMarinaHutton. AuntsColleen Feheley, Cindy Feheley and Joan Haracsi and extended family as well as specialcousin MeganFeheley and fiancéCody.Step-MomCelinaHuttonand Monica Otterstein (Oma)aswellasRoland Kary and Natalia Otterstein will miss herat family dinners. Uncles RobertHuttonand GreigHuttonand families in Ontarioshareinour grief.

Specialfriends Becky, Lindsay,Christina, Bianca, Calvinand Massimo supportedTaylerthroughouther challenges.Itwas awesometofeel theloveofteam Tayler.She was“fullyguided”onher journey.

YouwillbemissedlittleAngel. Seeyouontheothersidewherethetrout fishingis epicandthebutterfliesare heavenly.

Acelebrationoflifewill beheldatthe NorthShore AllianceChurch in NorthVancouveron July 19,2025 at2:00pm.

To leaveamessage forthe family,pleasegoto: www.korucremation.com/obituaries

It is with deep sadnessthat we announcethe passingof MarieAnne ToupinonMay 27thatthe BerkleyCareCentre in NorthVancouver.

BorninStorthoaks, Saskatchewanon July 16,1941, Anne grew up in NorthBattlefordand Reginaand wasalwaysproudofher Saskatchewan roots. Anne’s compassion forothersledher into nursing. Shemet her twobestfriends,JoanLeslie and Jeanette Funke-Furber in 1959 in theirfirst yearof nursing schoolat theGreyNuns Hospital in Regina. Afterwards they lived in Montrealandattended McGill University,workedindifferentplaces but eventually allmade theirhomes in BC.Duringthat time Anneearnedher Mastersdegreefrom Colorado.She settledinWestVancouverandhada long career in health care administrationand was also aUBC FacultyAssociate.

Anne wasa vibrantpersonwho is remembered for her love ofpeople,travel, fashion(especiallyhats), cooking, music, reading,and family.

Anne is survived by her sisterJudy Kiyooka(Cliff), herbrother Harley (Sheila), hernieceNicole Kiyooka,andhernephews,Jeffand SteveKiyooka. She wasalsoclose to Cliff’ssister, Cathy. Anne was pre-deceased by herparentsAbeland Ethel Toupin. Thefamilywishes to thank thestaffatthe BCCfor providingAnne with excellent care over theyears. SpecialthankstoHillary and Sunita forhelping Anne and thefamily.

Anne’s CelebrationofLifewill beheldonSaturday, June 14 at 11 amat St.Anthony’sParish,2347 Inglewood Avenue,WestVancouver.Inlieuof flowers,pleaseconsider adonationmade in Anne’s memory to theDiabetes Foundation.

Thankyou forcontinuingto place yourtrust in us nowandalways. Proudlyservingthe northShore forover80years

Asyoushare thestories andthememories ofhowtheylived theirlives andhowverymuch theymeant, mayyou ﬁndcomfort...

Celebrate the lives ofloved ones with your stories, photographs and tributes

PaylessTowingwill disposeofthe following vehicles:

2017 Ford Escape VIN1FMCU0GD2HUD00813

Debtor:TaylorDrummond Amount owing:6,464.49

1987 GMCVandura VIN2GDHG31K9H4504928

Debtor:ShirazCarpetingLtd. Amount owing:5,579.23

2001Mazda MPV VINJM3LW28GX10214303

Debtor:Ciara Mccormack Amount owing:4,548.24

1999 Volkswagen Cabrio VIN3VWCB61E1XM815882

Debtor:Jozef Baksay Amount owing:4,464.24

2005 VolkswagenJetta VIN3VWSK69M35M056222

Debtor:Sina Sadraei Amount owing:3,310.71

1998 GMCSierra VIN2GTEC19R4W1511521

Debtor:Chico Bob Amount owing:3,131.18

PaylessTowing 39550 GalbraithAve,Squamish, BC., V8B0A3 Unitsmay be sold by Auctionon June 19,2025 fornon-payment.

Thefollowing vehicles will be sold, asper theWarehouseLienAct;

2006 EZ LOADER UTILITY

VIN: 1ZEADAKC06A030508

Owner:WALZ EDWARD

Amountasof5/27/2025 -$7,127.72

2022 DODGEram1500

VIN:1C6RR7LG8NS122641

Owner:WARNERDONAVION

Amount owingasof4/16/2025 -$10,271.81

2010 DODE/RAM CARAVAN VIN: 2D4N4DE6AR419972

Owner:MATCHLESSBEVERAGESERVICES

Amount owingasof3/25/2025 -$7,284.83

2006 NISSANX-TRAIL VIN: JN8BT08V26W210402

Owner:BATERINAJOHN

Amount owingasof 4/16/2025 -$13,033.565

2010 MERCEDES GLk35

VIN: WDCGG8HB3AF381754

Owner: KIMDO

Amount owingasof4/7/2025 -$17,376.71

2017 FORD ESCAPE VIN: 1FMCU9J90HUC14912

Owner:ULRYCHJASON

Amount owingasof3/10/2025 -$5,331.84

If youhaveclaim to asaidvehicle, pleaserespond in writingbyJune 18,2025 to: Coquitlam TowingandStorage Company, 218Cayer Street,Coquitlam, V3K5B1

1983 Jaguar Xjs Vin#SAJNL5044D‐C108401

Debtor:Mr.Rheaume DannyRosaire Amount owed: $6,662.40

Time and Placeofthe

Sale:Luftech Motorsport Inc.,11223RD ST E, NorthVancouver V7J1B8

Date:June 12,2025

Silver,bone china,dolls, furniture, vinyls,plants, tools, muckluks.Saturday, June 7th9am- 3pm. 5616Westhaven Court.

Unique crafts andas‐sorted vendors. Food concession/ freepark‐ing. ChiefJoe Commu‐nity CenteroffWelsh. 100Capilano Road. Sat and Sunday, 10 am -3 pm.Freeadmission for seniorsand kids.

DOWNSIZING ~DE-CLUTTERING ~ESTATES

CashPaidFor ScrapGold &Silver,GoldCoins,SilverCoins, Wristwatches,Pocket Watches,CostumeJewellery, WorldCoins,PaperMoney, Gold Teeth,MilitaryMedals, &muchmore Any amount,any condition.

Callforanappointment/availablefor housecalls ServingVictoriatoCampbellRiverandNorth Vancouver email:thesilverdollar999@gmail.com •www.silverdollarvictoria.ca •250-858-9511

LOCALLYOWNEDWITHOVER25YEARSEXPERIENCE

Callforappointmentandsetupyourhouse call Serving North&West Vancouverand VancouverIsland LOCALLY OWNEDWITHOVER 25YEARS EXPERIENCE email:thesilverdollar999@gmail.com •www.silverdollarvictoria.ca •250-858-9511

AnnualSummer Retro &VintageSale

Saturday June7th •9:30am -2:00pm

RoyalCanadianLegion Branch 118 123 W15thStreet,North Vancouver

ATreasure TroveofRandomly Cool OldStuff! Oddities •VintageDecor •Bling •Ephemera•etc. ALPELECTRIC#89724 Lowprice,big/small

Specializinginresidential concrete. Repair, removal and newinstallation. Patiospecialists 604-988-9523or 604-988-9495 N.C.B. CONCRETELTD.

CASH foryour CLUTTER Iwill payCASHfor your UNWANTEDITEMS! Ispecializein RECORDS,English Bone China& Figurines, Collectibles, Tools, Anti ues,ETC.

We Buy Homes Since 2003.Older &Damaged Homes! Need to Sell! Difficulty Selling! Need Cas Now! Call us First! Private. 604-626-9647 www.webuy omesbc.com ABBBAccreditedBusiness

Carpentry,plumbing, wiring,painting, tiling. Work guar,refs. 604-805-8463

&WCB 604-551-4267

SUDOKU

Sudokupuzzlesare formattedasa9x9grid, brokenintonine3x3 boxes. To solveaSudoku, thenumbers1through9 must fill eachrow, column andbox.Eachnumbercan appearonlyonceineach row, columnandbox. You can figure outtheorder inwhichthenumbers willappearbyusingthe numericcluesalready providedintheboxes.

PUZZLEANSWERSONSEPARATE

PAGE

1.Marshplant

6.Southernconstellation (“The Peacock”)

10. Fogginess

14.Hometo Fools’Day

15.Absenceofthesense ofpain

17. PopularNovember holiday

19.Consumefood

20.Buddy

1. Satisfy

2.Europeanhealth advocate

3.Expressionof annoyance

21.Long-haired goatantelope

22.Japanese honorific

23.ActorMalek

24.Onepointsouthof southeast

26.Illegalacts

29.Asfastascanbe done

31.Preventsharmto young

32.Exclamationof satisfaction

12.MonetaryunitofIran andOman

13.Mary__,cosmetics

16.Expressedinpithy maxims

34.Africannation

35.Slow-movinganimal

37.Oh,goodness!

38.Ateam’s best pitcher

39.Cleanser

40.Radioactivity units

41.Expectoratedmatter

43.Coverawide range

45.The centralareaof achurch

46.Californiacapital (abbr.)

30. Pouches

31.Breaddippingin sauce

33.Commercials

4.Strongliquor 5.Largereddeer 6.Holderofless commonreligiousbeliefs 7.WestIndianshrub 8. Familyofproteins 9.Wealthy, influential businessleader

10.Lowspirits 11.Approvesfood

18.Relaxingspaces

22.TheNFL’s biggame

23.Proofofpayment (abbr.)

24.Starchypreparation ofdriedorchidtubers

25.Indicatesnear

27.Minneapolissuburb

28.Herring-likefish

29.Doctors’group

35.A reminderofpast events

36.Affectedbyinjury

37.Geologicaltime

39.Stationarypartof amotor

42.Bringstogether

43.Ofsoundmind

44. Personalcomputer

46.Without(French)

47.DutchpainterKlaver

49.007’screator

50.Impressionof dishonesty

53.Northeasternsports rivalry

57.Cloths

58.Stalin’s policechief

59.Hostelries

60.Bitterlyregret

61.Anwar__, Egyptian statesman

47.A bankmightgive youone

48.Agriculturaltesting organization

49.A smallisland

50.Typeofgene

51.Murres

52.Cardgame

53.A measureofhuman health

54.Australianairline (abbr.)

55.Onepointsouthof duewest

56.Affirmative

Piano teacher Susan Evans

This week, thank a senior for all that they’ve

done

June 2 to June 8 is seniors week in Canada. Throughout this week we should reflect on how the wisdom, resilience, and contributions of seniors have shaped Canada into what it is today. With the increase in the senior population in Canada, we should be creating a country which values their continuing contributions. Working to make Canada (and our own community) more age-friendly is an essential part of our changing demographics.

There is no doubt that the seniors population (those 65 and older) in Canada is growing at an unprecedented rate. In 2037, the seniors population is expected to number 10.4 million, or 1 in 4 people older than of 65 years.

British Columbia is home to about 678,000 people 65 and over By 2030, that number is expected to grow to 984,000, and by 2036 there will be nearly 1.5 million seniors in B.C.

As the population of seniors grows, we should recognize the profound impact they have had on our world and the countless ways they continue to make our world a better place.

Seniors contribute to the economy in so many ways from paying taxes, consuming goods and services, working (yes, some seniors are still working, some because they want to and others because of need), transferring wealth, and volunteering countless hours

One of the biggest cohorts of volunteers is made up of seniors. They volunteer countless unpaid hours, often doing the work of many staff in organizations such as libraries, senior centres, schools, museums and arts venues. Without their contributions, many community services would struggle to function.

Seniors are also the biggest group of unpaid care givers. It is estimated that replacing care from unpaid caregivers would cost the federal government an approximate $35 billion annually

Historically, seniors have contributed to the overall fabric of Canadian society in the way of civic duty, creation and fostering of values, building of community and preserving our rich history. They built the infrastructure that many of us rely on today. They were behind advances in medicine, technology, and social reforms. They were behind advances like the development of life-saving vaccines and the establishment of social safety nets. They fought for our

Continued on page B5

SPONSORED CONTENT

Celebrating Seniors

Only Clearanail® Provider in WesternCanada

Dr.Bolshin provides high qualitycare fora wide rangeoffootand ankle conditions.Asanexperiencedpodiatrist he is focusesoneachpatient’sunique needs with thelatesttechnology.We oﬀer an innovativetreatment fornail fungus.

Clearanail® is apatentedClass 1medical device used fortreating fungalnail infections.Itisparticularly eﬀective when treatingadvancedinfections in thenailrootthathavenot responded to other treatments.Results areusually visibleintwo to eightweeks.

Celebrating Seniors

ALegacy of Care

Forover115 years, families have turnedtoKearney FuneralServicesintheir timeofneed—notjust forarrangements, butfor compassion, understanding, and asteadyhandthrough life’shardest moments.

Locally owned, foundedby Thomas J. Kearney, and deeply rooted in thecommunities we serve,Kearneyisguided by four generations of family care.Webelieve agoodbye should be as personal as thelifeit honours—whetherit’sagravesideservice, memorialgathering, or cremation with privatefamilyviewing.

Ourdoorsare open to allfaiths, cultures, andstories.Wewalkbesideyou with gentle guidance, honestanswers, and thekindofpresencethatfeelsmorelike family than formality.

We also oﬀer pre-planning services—an actoflove that eases future burdens.

It canlockintoday’sprices,reduce emotional strain, andbringpeaceofmind to youand your lovedones.

From VancouvertoBurnaby, Coquitlam to Chilliwack,we’re here—yourneighbors, your guides, your support

At Kearney,wedon’t just care forthe moment.

We care forthe journey.

Formoreinformation, please visit our website: https://www.kearneyfs.com

Older And Wiser

Margaret Coates

CELEBRATESENIORSWEEKJUNE2-8

One stop provides seniors with all the info they need

SHOBANA SHANMUGASAMY

Contributing writer

If you have any questions at all about anything related to seniors life on the North Shore, there’s one spot to go to get you pointed in the right direction.

Seniors One Stop (SoS), run by North Shore Community Resources, is a “first line” contact where seniors can call or walk in with any questions or concerns to be directed to the appropriate resources or programs. Those suggested answers might come from within NSCR, which has been around for almost 50 years, or externally.

“We work to support seniors and caregivers to age with dignity and independence, with overall wellness,” said Anne-Marie Jamin, manager of community engagement and seniors programs at NSCR.

SoS has been around for more than 30 years and is primarily staffed by volunteers, mostly seniors themselves. Using SoS, seniors can ask about a wide range of topics, including financial programs that can benefit them, transportation options, affordable and healthy meal options, and specific concerns related to their day-to-day lives.

“SoS enables seniors to call to get somebody to help them navigate and find help where they are at,” said Kathy Jarvis, co-ordinator of NSCR’s SoS and Seniors Community Connector Program.

“While the more straightforward information needs of seniors can be addressed

by SoS volunteers, in the last few years we have seen a growing need for personalized, one-on-one, ongoing support to address more complex needs and barriers to getting those needs met,” said Jarvis, addling that as an extension of SoS to address this, NSCR offers a Social Prescribing Program, matching seniors with community connectors who provide support, advocacy, coaching, resource referrals and compassionate encouragement to enhance health in

Celebrating Seniors

Providinglegal services since1986

Lakes,Whyte LLP is your localfull-servicelaw ﬁrm. Sinceweﬁrstopened our doorsin1986, ourcore identityhas remained thesame– we provide straightforward and sound advice on alllegal matters

Lakes,Whyte LLP

604-984-3646 info@lakeswhyte.com lakeswhyte.com

a holistic way

“The needs have become so great in present times, and people were having a hard time navigating the support that was available in the community, so we had to make this organic expansion to the services offered,” said Jarvis.

Today, Jarvis noted, six distinct programs for seniors and community engagement are offered, including caregiver support, Better at Home, SoS, Social Prescribing, Volunteer

North Shore, and community income tax programs. The NSCR team can also provide legal services, as well as child and family support to deliver comprehensive care that meets a wide range of community needs.

Jarvis clarified that SoS is not the only access point to the plethora of services offered to seniors.

“Seniors One Stop is not the only way,” she said, adding that seniors can directly approach the specific programs or they can come through the SoS line.

“SoS works in and around and within and is indeed a wrap-around support for seniors, caregivers and parents who have to balance needs of their children and elderly parents to come in and just see the breadth of available support across the lifespan,” said Jarvis, adding that the aim for the future is continue to grow the SoS program so they can reach even more seniors, including those who may not be fluent in English.

“We are very keen to expand not only to meet people where they’re at and serve them holistically, but also to provide our support in their language,” she said.

To access Seniors One Stop, call 604-982-3302 or email nscr@nscr.ca For more information visit seniors.nscr.ca/ seniors-one-stop

Shobana Shanmugasamy is a student intern reporting for the North Shore News. She can be reached at shobanas@student.ubc.ca.

Celebrating Seniors

ChartwellChurchillHouse

Tucked away in apeaceful NorthVancouver neighbourhood, Chartwell Churchill House is theNorthShore’sonly retirement residenceoﬀering both independent and assisted living lifestyles in awarm,closeknit community. Here,friendly neighbours, long-servicestaﬀ, and acharming boutique settingcreateatruesense of comfort, connection, and belonging. Interested in thelifestyleatChartwell Churchill House? Whether you’relooking fora homefor yourself or aloved one, ourthoughtfully designedspacesare theperfectchoicefor anyone seeking comfort and convenience in their lateryears. Each suitepackage

includeseverything youneed fora vibrant, worry-free lifestyle, including twodelicious chef-preparedmeals plus continental breakfast daily,linen serviceand weekly housekeeping foreﬀortless living, cable TV, and phonetostayconnectedwithease, recreational activities andentertainment to help youstayactive and engaged, 24/7 on-sitestaﬀsupport,helping to ensure your safety and peaceofmind, andasocial and welcomingcommunitytohelp youfeel rightathome.

Call 1-855-461-0685 orvisit chartwell.com to book your tour at ChartwellChurchill Housetoday!

The Seniors One Stop program run by North Shore Community Resources is a place for seniors to go to get answers or get connected with resources related to a wide variety of topics and issues. NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY RESOURCES

CELEBRATESENIORSWEEKJUNE2-8

Continued from page B3 country, educated our young, and created institutions such as libraries, schools and libraries.

As we celebrate their contributions, it is vital that we be aware that not everything is rosy for all seniors We as a community have a responsibility to assist seniors as they face issues such as increasing elder abuse, housing and food insecurity, increasing health and wellness concerns, loneliness, isolation, poverty and more.

Organizations that work with seniors are aware of the issues facing seniors and they work tirelessly to mitigate these through their various programs and services But as the Canadian Association of Retired People (CARP) says, more needs to be done at the government level.

“Federal and provincial governments need to hear from Canadians on policies and legislation that sooner or later affect us all,” CARP noted on their website.

Seniors contribute to our community in so many ways. If there is a senior in your life, maybe reach out to them – say thanks for all that you have done for all of us.

by North Van’s Capilano Community Services MARIANNE SMEE

Margaret Coates is the co-ordinator of Lionsview Seniors’ Planning Society. She has lived on the North Shore for 54 years and has worked for and with seniors for 27 of those years Ideas for future columns are welcome.

Email lions_view@telus.net

Celebrating Seniors

Local Home CareCompany KeepsSeniorsSafe, Supported,and Independent

Ascommunitiesacrossthe provincecelebrateSeniors

Week, one local company and itsowner is being recognized fortheir dedication to helpingseniorslive comfortably in theplacetheylove most —home.

Global Senior Care, atrusted homehealth care provider basedinthe Northshorewithlocations in B.Cand Alberta, has becomea lifelinefor seniorswho want to maintain their independencewhile receiving thepersonalized, professional care they need.Fromassistance with daily livingtospecialized nursing support,the team at Global Senior Careisknown forgoing above and beyond.

“Webelieve care should feel likecomfort,not compromise. That’s whywebring expert, personalized support righttoyourdoor—tailoredtoyourneeds, your language, andyourlife.”saysthe Founder &CEO Mina Tabei. Ourgoal is to enhancequalityoflife,not just meet medical needs.”

Thecompany’s personalized approachfocuses on providing thebest care possible by matching clientswith caregiversthatcomefromthe samecultural backgrounds so they canspeak thesamelanguageand cook themeals clients wouldenjoy! Careplans aretailored to individual needs and delivered by atrained team of caregivers, consisting of HealthCareAidesand Nurses and managed

by ahighly qualiﬁed team ofCareManagers- including aPhysician, Licensed Pharmacist,Recreation Therapist and Licensed Practical Nurses! CareManaging is always complimentary anda part of allservices!

This client-centeredapproach has earned Global Senior Careconsistent5-starreviews on Google anda strong reputation notonly among families, butalso with local healthprofessionals and communityorganizations. As

dementia care experts, Global Senior Careequipsits team with specialized training throughthe internationally recognized DementiaAbilitymethod, ensuring compassionate,knowledgeable, and eﬀectivesupport for clients living with dementia.

This commitment to providing highly personalized, quality and more aﬀordable privatecare, hasn’t gone unnoticed. Earlier this year,the Founder &CEO Mina Tabei was named arecipientofthe “40Under 40” Awardby Business inVancouver,anhonourthatrecognizes BC’s brightest business leadersand entrepreneurs fortheir outstanding contributions and thesigniﬁcant impact they arehaving in their industries and communities.

“Iammostproud of themeaningful impact ourservices have on ourclients’lives and that we recently celebrated being in business for10years!We’re heredoing what we dobecause we care —and because ourseniorsdeserve theverybest.”-Mina Tabei

SeniorsWeek is aspecial timetorecognizeand honour ourseniorsand an opportunitytoraise awareness about theneeds of older adultsand theessential services that help them livesafe, independent, and fulﬁlling lives.

To lean more,contact604-987-3817 or visit globalseniorcare.com.

Seniors bust a move at a line dancing session hosted

SPONSORED CONTENT

NorthVan piano teacher accepted to Oxford and Cambridge musicprograms

ABBYLUCIANO

aluciano@nsnews.com

Local Journalism InitiativeReporter

Alifelongloveofmusic is reaching acrescendo for a passionate piano teacher at the age 79.

For more than 25 years, Susan Evans has been teaching littleones piano inNorth Vancouver’sLynn Valley.

Last year,the piano teacher returned to school to get a master’sdegree in music theoryatthe University of British Columbia.

As she wraps up, the aspirationsfor Evans don’t stop there asshe’sbeen acceptedtomaster’sofphilosophy of music programs at UniversityofOxford and CambridgeUniversity for the fall. Studying music at one of those premier universities in the U.K. has been alifelong dream of hers.

“Just being accepted is abig thingall by itself. Even if I don’t manage to get to go, it pleases me hugely that they want me to go,” Evans said.

Music has alwayssurrounded Evans. Hermother played the pianoand sang to Evans in theirhome in Wales. Herfather was also musically gifted, playingpiano andclarinetinajazz band. By the time shewas five, Evans asked her parents for

piano lessons.

As Evansgrewworked on mastering her craft, spending hours gliding her fingersover the white keys.Inhigh school,

Susan Evans has been teaching piano to students on the NorthShore fordecades. ABBYLUCIANO /NSN

Famil yO wn ed

CELEBRATESENIORSWEEKJUNE2-8

she continued honing her skills while also learning to play the cello and joining the choir

Her cello skills eventually led her to play in the National Youth Orchestra of Wales. She then went on to study cello, piano and composition at the Dartington College of Arts in Devon, England.

“There was a lot of music going on all the time,” she said.

But then Evans decided to change career direction to work in film, another passion of hers. She went on to complete a masters degree in film and television production in London, later becoming one of the film editors on Led Zeppelin’s award-winning 1976 concert movie, The Song Remains the Same

She then took on a new career challenge, becoming a freelance writer in Tokyo, Japan, writing restaurant and theatre reviews, cultural and local-interest features for an English-language weekly publication after backpacking through Asia.

In 1981, Evans and her family moved to the Vancouver area, eventually settling in North Van.

Evans returned as a student 15 years

later, starting at Capilano University’s music program then transferring over to UBC completing a bachelor’s in music after putting her career on pause to raise her family

After finishing school, she began teaching students in her home near Princess Park. As she started to gain attention for her lessons, she was able to secure her own commercial space for a studio in Lynn Valley, teaching dozens of children for more than two decades.

“I love teaching on the North Shore,” Evans said. “It’s just been wonderful because the families there have been so supportive. I just felt so valued, and I enjoy teaching, it’s my favourite activity. That’s why I’ve been doing it for so long.”

She has fond memories of teaching students, watching them go on to pursue careers in music or otherwise around the world.

Now living in Vancouver, the piano teacher took a small hiatus during the COVID19 pandemic and rented a home in Nova Scotia, allowing a colleague to take over her teaching business. But now the piano teacher Continued from page B6

Continued on page B8

Celebrating Seniors

ForNorthShore families,LynnValleyCareCentremakes

Just ayearago,Maryam*,a79-year-old North Vancouverresident, wasuneasyabout making themove to along-term care home. Sheneeded help with her medications and someday-to-daytasks, butshe feared losing her independence.

Herfamily worried that afacility wouldn’t be able to oﬀer thepersonalized care that they could. Wouldher food preferences be cateredto? Hercomplex health needs met? Herbelovedhobbies and activesocial lifemaintained? It wasimportantthatMaryamstayin hercommunity, surrounded by friends in anurturing environment.

When Maryam and her family toured Lynn ValleyCare Centre,theyknewthey’dfoundthe rightﬁt. Theprivate suites were spaciousand bright,withbeautiful dining roomsand reading nooks throughoutthe facility, and residents busy socializing in commonareas andoutdoor gardens.

Maryam’s family lovedthatLynnValleyCareCentre wasjusta short driveaway, in theheart of theNorth Shore. Plus,the family-owned senior homeseemed to understand theimportanceofwarm, personalized care ButtoMaryam, it wasmorethan that.This didn’t feel likeastepback, butrather astepforward.

Forover60years, Lynn ValleyCareCentrehas delivered thehighest standardofcarefor families likeMaryam’s –and yours. We believe eachday is an opportunityto enjoylifewithasense of purpose. OurRestorative Care approachmaximizes residents’independence, with daily recreational and therapeutic activities to engagethe body and mind, and help maintain social interactions.

Today, Maryam calls Lynn ValleyCareCentrehome. Sheenjoys daily exercise programs likechair yoga, joins newfriends forafternoon tea, sings along at ourmusic concerts, and nevermisses ascreening of Casablanca… or achancetowin at Bingo!

Maryam’s family has peaceofmind knowing that Lynn ValleyCareCentreoﬀers collaborative,comprehensive care tailored to their mom’sspeciﬁc needs and lifestyle. Heronsiteteam includes round-the-clocknurses, care aides, physical and recreational therapists, chefs, dietitians, and more – perfectfor when she has a midnightcraving, amedical concern, or simplywants a friend to sit with and admirethose NorthShoreviews

Thedecision to move your lovedone into long-term care canbediﬃcult, butyou cankeep them close to homeatone of BC’s premier care facilities. Experience thediﬀerenceofworld-class care rooted in your communityvalues. At Lynn ValleyCareCentre, you’re family from thestart…Justask Maryam Privaterooms &suites available —Bookyourtourtoday! info@lynnvalleycare.com 604-988-4181 www.lynnvalleycare.com

SPONSORED CONTENT

CelebratingSeniors

SPONSORED CONTENT

Don’tlet agingstopyou from living your best life

AdvancedMedicalisa one stop shop forhome healthcareequipment forlivingsafelyand independentlyathome. We arecommitted to ensuring that our customerschanging needs aremet to make certain that they continuetolive aqualitylifeatany age. We strive to maximize ourcustomers experience throughour excellent serviceand high

standards, no exceptions. Committedtoproviding aservice that both empowers andenhances an individual’s lifechoices andactivities.

We oﬀer many combined yearsofeducation and experience.Withour knowledge, expertise, andcommitment, we enthusiastically strive to make adiﬀerence in bothothers’ livesand our community.

1863 Marine Drive, West Vancouver 604-912-0106

www.AdvancedMedicalBC.ca

@AdvancedMedicalBC

SPONSORED CONTENT

CelebratingSeniors

Proudly educatingseniors -AvenueCannabis

At AvenueCannabisinWestVancouver, we’reproud to be afamily-run dispensary oﬀeringhigh-qualitycannabisat fair, everyday prices.Located just steps from thebeach, ourshop is rooted in community values and acommitmentto education, trust, andaccessibility. Whether you’re newtocannabisor returningwithcuriosity,webelieve the experienceshould be approachableand informed. Ourfriendly, knowledgeable team is heretoguide youthrough our thoughtfully curatedselection— including CBDoils,low-doseedibles, topicals,and other wellness-focusedoptions —all

tested andregulated forsafetyand quality. Cannabisisn’t one-size-ﬁts-all. That’s whywetakethe timetoansweryour questions, explainyouroptions,and help youfeelconﬁdentinyourchoices. No pressure,nogimmicks— just good advice andgreat products frompeople whocare.

Visitusat 1453 BellevueAve., West Vancouver.Browseonlineat avenuecannabis.ca,orgiveusacallat 778-279-3336.

Come visitthe 2025 NSNReader’sChoice Awards Winner for#1CannabisStore on theNorth Shore.We’re herewhen you’re ready.

SPONSORED CONTENT

CelebratingSeniors

Silver Harbour Seniors’ ActivityCentre

It’s SeniorsWeek and formorethan50 yearsSilver HarbourSeniors’Activity Centre hasbeen offeringagatheringplace forlocal seniors. We currently offer more than 75 programs and services, including physical fitness, visual andperforming arts,games, informative seminarsand much more.Wealsoprovide anumberof importantservicessuchasdelicious lowcost meals, alegal clinic,and information aboutothersseniors services.

We hopeyou’llcheckout ourwebsite at www.silverharbourcentre.comand call us at 604-980-2474 formoreinformation. SeniorsWeek is an opportunityto acknowledgeand celebratethe integral part seniorsplayincommunitiesacross British Columbia.Weare celebrating seniorsthisweekand hope youare too! SilverHarbourSeniors’ Activity Centre 144 East 22nd Street,North Vancouver 604.980.2474 |silverharbourcentre.com

CELEBRATESENIORSWEEKJUNE2-8

Continued from page B7

teaches again at the Lynn Valley studio once a week.

Attending Oxford or Cambridge to study music theory has always been a goal of hers, and she applied on a whim just to see if she would be accepted.

“When I was at school, I really wanted to go to Oxford or Cambridge and my marks weren’t good enough. It’s a lifelong dream to go, and to be able to go is kind of fulfilling something I’ve wished [for] my whole life,” she said.

“If I don’t go now, it’s going to be too late. I’ve been wanting to do that for ages, and this is my very last chance to do it,” Evans added.

Evans said she wants to complete a master’s in philosophy in music theory from either university, with a particular focus in mid-20th century French composers, a topic that isn’t widely available here.

“I wanted to specialize in music theory. I’ve been teaching piano for a long time, and I really enjoy music theory, and I’m very curious about where music comes from, how does it work, what’s the structure of musical pieces and all that,” she said.

As Evans ponders her decision, a big factor is money, she said. Her husband, Barry Rueger, set up a GoFundMe in May to try and help raise funds for her tuition.

“The challenge for us is to cover the costs,” the post reads. “Although we own a small home in Nova Scotia, and have pensions and savings, the reality is that as an international student Susan will be charged more than £ 40,000 in registration fees for each year. That is, simply, just beyond our reach.”

Evans said she might sell a piano she has in Nova Scotia or her car in Vancouver to make up some of the tuition money But even if Evans doesn’t go, she is thrilled to be accepted to both institutions.

“My main goal is that I’m really curious. There are things I don’t know and I want to learn more about the structure of music, the centre of music, the core of music,” she said. “This is such an opportunity, it seems too big to miss.”

Abby Luciano is the Indigenous and civic affairs reporter for the North Shore News. This reporting beat is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative.

Celebrating Seniors

SupportingSeniors, Supporting You

At Home Instead, we believe there’sno placelikehome—especially as we age. For many older adults,staying in their own homebringscomfort,independence, and peace of mind. Butwealsounderstand that aging comeswithchallenges—notjust forseniors,but fortheir families, too. Jugglingwork, family,and caregiving can be exhausting.That’swherewecome in.HomeInstead oﬀerspersonalized, compassionate care that helps olderadults remain safe andhappy at home—while giving familiesthe support they need to ﬁndbalance.

Ourexperienced Care Professionals assist with daily tasks likepersonal care,companionship, meal prep,light housekeeping, errands, andrides to appointments.Whetheryou need afew hours of helpeachweekor24/7 support, we’reheretoprovide ﬂexiblesolutions that meet your family’s needs. We areheretoconnect, learnand celebratethe importanceofcare.

If you’re looking forguidanceorsimply someone whounderstands,connectwith us today!

Becausecaring fora lovedone is never easy—butyou don’t have to do it alone We’reheretohelp. Every step of the way.

Home Instead– Proudly Supporting West Vancouver, North Vancouver &Downtown 604-925-1570

Meal program provides access to affordable, nutritious food

ABBY LUCIANO aluciano@nsnews.com Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Chefs and volunteers at a North Vancouver seniors centre are helping older adults get easier access to affordable and nutritious food.

The food services program at Silver Harbour Seniors’ Activity Centre offers low-cost, full course lunch meals to older folks Monday to Friday and has been running since their doors opened more than 50 years ago.

Annwen Loverin, executive director of the centre, said the decades-long program was created to provide cheap, tasty food to seniors who may not be able to access it otherwise.

“There are a lot of reasons why older adults might not be eating well,” Loverin said. “That could be physical difficulties standing and preparing food, it could be other health conditions that make

it difficult to eat well and then finances play a big role in how well people can eat.”

The Silver Harbour Seniors’ Activity Centre offers more than 70 programs, activities and services for adults aged 55 and older Their programs range from educational and physical to creative and social.

For the food program, seniors are served a full meal of an entree, salad, soup and dessert for $14, or just the entree for $10. Meals offered vary from shepherd’s pie and lasagna to lamb shank and salmon with tiger prawns. There are also less expensive options, Loverin said, with items like soup and crackers for $3 or a sandwich for $5.

The centre serves roughly 350 lunches and 380 drinks and snacks every week. According to Silver Harbour’s website, each year there are approximately 37,000

Continued on page B11

Family,Friends &Neighbours

Canlistenand support

Checkinonyour neighbours andoffera handwhereyou can.

Health Care Professionals

Doctors, nurses, therapists,etc know thewarning signsofabuse and howtoengagewith community resources.

Emergency Response Respondtoand protectpeoplein crisis 9-1-1

FaithGroups

FinancialInstitutions

Arealert to suspicious activity on accounts. Ensure transactions aredone according to wishes Legal Ensure the PowerofAttorneyis setuptobestprotect their ﬁnances andpersonalcaredecisions

IT TAKESA COMMUNITY

To PreventAdult Abuse

Providemeaningful intergenerationalconnections with strong community ties

Community Social Services

Providesupport to communities through awidespectrumof services forchildren youth, adults,families, seniorsand people with disabilities. Community Centres

Asafeplace to meet new friendsand be involved in social groups that keep individuals mentally and physically ﬁt andeliminate social isolation.

BC 211 Free conﬁdentialservice thatconnectspeople to non- emergency communityprogramsand services in their areas. Available24/7 just dial 211.

Senior Abuse& InformationLine(SAIL)

Conﬁdentialand free resource that providesinformation, referralsand supportinover50languages for seniorsexperiencingabuse www.seniorsﬁrstbc.ca Toll free 1-866-437-1940

CELEBRATESENIORSWEEKJUNE2-8

Continued from page B10

visits for meals, amounting to about one quarter of all annual visits to the centre.

In astudy released earlier this year,researchers from theUniversity of Waterloo found thatone-thirdofadults aged 55 or older arenutritionally at risk, a number that concernsLoverin.

“Weare veryconcernedabout the numberand proportion of seniors who are at nutritional risk,which is aprecursor to malnutrition,” she said. “Whenseniors have accesstohealthy,affordable andaccessible

food in asocial environment …they can maintainand improve their physical and mental health and well-being, and thereforeexperience agood quality of life.”

Food programoffers seniors achance to socialize, executive director says

Another vitalaspect of the program to one’shealth is socializing with others, Loverin said

The food services program is offered in away that builds connections with other people, whether that

Continuedonpage B12

What is aCommunity Response Network(CRN)?

ACommunity Response Network(CRN) is adiverse groupofconcerned individuals, serviceproviders, businesses, andorganizationsworking together to preventand respondtoadult abuse, neglect, andselfneglect. CRNs promotea CoordinatedCommunity Response,recognizing that legal toolsalone arenot enough—community collaboration is essential to truly support vulnerableadults.

Across British Columbia,CRNsare formingnetworks that bringtogetherlocal agencies,businesses, health authorities,and government bodies.These networks work to increasecoordinationofservices, support preventioneﬀorts, andensurecommunitiesrespond eﬀectivelytoabuse andneglect.

CRNs oﬀer astructurewhere allmembers collaborate as equals,sharing responsibilityand decision-making. Together,they:

•Coordinate andsupportcommunity activities

•Promote interdisciplinaryapproaches

•Monitor andimprove responses

•Advance education,prevention,and advocacy

•Createcommunity protocols

•Support designated agencies in theirduties

What AreCRNsDoing in BC?

CRNs areactively reaching outtocommunities, buildingstronglocal networks to help adults at risk.

Throughsharedlearningand collaboration, CRNs strengthen community safety andwellbeing

What AreCRN MembersLearning?

Throughthisprocess,members areembracing community developmentvalueslikeinclusion, shared power, andmeaningfulparticipation. They’veshared insights such as:

•“Legislation alone doesn’t keep people safe communitiesdo.”

•“Theprocess of workingtogetherisasimportant as theoutcomes.”

•“Change cancomefromanyone,not just thosein power.”

•“Listening deeply andembracing diﬀerent perspectivesbuildstrust.”

•“Creatingpower equity is notjustan ideal—it’s the goal.”

LearnMore

Visitwww.BCCRN.caorcallLorna at 604-315-2084.

CELEBRATESENIORSWEEKJUNE2-8

be existing friends or making new ones, eating together in one place, she said.

“We all know that social isolation is very unhealthy, including for seniors, and so that’s why we try to keep social connection at the core of everything we do,” Loverin said.

In a report, the Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health said as many as 41 per cent of Canadians aged 50 and older are at risk of social isolation, and up to 58 per cent in the age group have experienced loneliness

Hugh Mitchell has been using the food services at Silver Harbour for the past two and a half years, joining the program to have that social connection in the community

“There are a lot of people like myself who are living on their own, and the worst thing that people that are living on their own can do is to stay at home and not get out,” said Mitchell, an 86-year-old North Vancouver resident.

“It’s not just the fact that you’re getting nourishment, but it’s also because you’re socializing,” he added. “You’re sitting down with different people and you’re learning about things that you maybe hadn’t thought about for years.”

Mitchell said he finds it challenging to make food at home for just himself, creating a lot of leftovers he can’t always finish. If people cannot finish their food while dining at Silver Harbour, they can take leftovers back home, reducing waste.

AREYOUR FEET HURTING?

StepIntoComfort withPodiatrist

Dr.MatthewBolshin,DPM

Board-CertifiedPodiatrist CompassionateCare,ExpertSolutions

Arefootpainornailproblems slowingyoudown?Trustyourfeetto Dr.MatthewBolshin,aboard-certified podiatristofferingexpertcareforallages

NowOffering ClearanailTreatment

But now, Mitchell has continued to spread the word about the food program, like how he heard about Silver Harbour

“I recommend it highly to people,” he said. “It’s very good to be able to interact with people and it’s very positive. I think it’s things like [this] that keeps people like me going.”

Abby Luciano is the Indigenous and civic affairs reporter for the North Shore News. This reporting beat is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative. Continued from page B11

Celebrating Seniors

Discover SeniorsLiving,Wellness& Care Options

Navigating B.C.’s seniorsliving, wellness, and care options canbe time-consuming and confusing—butitdoesn’t have to be Route65.ca is afree, B.C.-based resource createdbyBCCareProviders Association to helpthe public exploreand access seniorslivingand care services with greatereaseand conﬁdence. TheRoute65.ca platformfeaturesa provincial directoryofB.C.’sleading independentliving, assisted living, longterm care,and homecareoptions.Users cansearch by location, servicetype, or speciﬁcneeds,and connect directly with providersacrossthe continuum of care

Inadditiontoits directory, Route65.ca also offers comprehensiveresources to support informed decision-making. Explore FAQs,a glossary of commonterms,and community-based resourcesthatoffer further guidance on accessing services You’llalsofind agrowing networkof Assurity® Approved home care and independent livingoperators on Route65. ca.Assurity® indicatesaprovider’s demonstrated commitmenttohigh industryqualitystandards throughBC Care ProvidersAssociation’s Assurity® qualityassuranceprogram VisitRoute65.ca to learnmore.

Arevolutionary,pain-freesolutionfor fungalnailinfectionsusingcontrolled micro-drilltechnology-safe,fast,and highlyeffective!Wearetheonlyprovider forthistreatmentinallofWesternCanada!

Silver Harbour Seniors’ Activity Centre executive director Annwen Loverin serves some lunch to regular patron Hugh Mitchell.

PAUL MCGRATH / NSN