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West Vancouver cleaning up after king tide slams shoreline JANE SEYD

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Cleanup is continuing on West Vancouver’s waterfront this week after king tides of about five metres and a storm surge combined on Friday to swamp local parks and wreak damage along the Centennial Seawalk.

Crews worked around the clock over the weekend and were continuing on Monday and Tuesday to remove debris and reopen some areas of the Seawalk, said Donna Powers, spokesperson for the District of West Vancouver.

Some parts of the Seawalk, between 19th and 25th streets in Dundarave, were found to be more significantly damaged than first thought after debris was removed.

“Logs, sand and garbage are still being Continued on page 4

Hollyburn Sailing Club communications officer Mike Bretner surveys damage to the clubhouse from Friday’s windstorm. High winds and a king tide combined to swamp the West Vancouver waterfront. Read our story on page 4. PAUL MCGRATH/NSN

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Property assessments soar for single-family homes JANE SEYD

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For the second pandemic year in a row, trends fuelled in part by COVID19 and responses to it have helped push North Shore property assessments into significant increases.

Assessment notices out this week show

values of typical single-family homes up between 21 and 22 per cent, on average, in North and West Vancouver. That’s significantly higher than the five to seven per cent increase in values reported at the same time last year.

Single-family homes in the City and District of North Vancouver increased the

most in value – 22 per cent for a typical home. In the District of North Vancouver, that pushed a detached home worth just under $1.58 million last year up to a value of just over $1.93 million this year. In the City of North Vancouver, a “typical” single-family home worth $1.45 million last year is worth just under $1.78 million

this year.

Typical single-family homes in West Vancouver – already among the highest valued in the Lower Mainland – increased by an average of 21 per cent, according to BC Assessment, from $2.47 million last July to $2.99 million this year.

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Piers, parks sustain considerable damage in storm Continued from page 1 removed and granite blocks need to be repositioned,” said Powers.

Light standards were also damaged, and both the poles and wiring need to be repaired, she added.

The municipality plans to clear debris and broken items before reopening the Seawalk, hopefully by Wednesday. There will be additional rolling closures of some sections over the coming weeks as repairs are done, said Powers.

Ambleside, John Lawson, and Dundarave piers all sustained damage and will remain closed for the foreseeable future, said Powers. “Engineering assessments will take place soon, but we know they are structurally unsound and need repairs before they can be open to the public.”

“You can just look at the piers and see that they’re missing pilings. Pilings being the things that hold them up,” she said.

The fenced dog walk has also been badly damaged, and will remain closed, said Powers. The Ambleside section of the Seawalk is open with damaged areas marked with cones so that people can use the Seawalk and move around them safely, she added.

“It’s not as bad as the Vancouver Seawall images that you’ve seen, but it’s similar in that the sea just got under the asphalt and it lifted it up and it’s tilted, it’s smashed. There’s still a lot of debris to clean up, sand and gravel has been dumped everywhere,” Powers said.

The damage comes after much of the West Vancouver waterfront was swamped by huge tides combined with high winds Friday morning. Residents described parks and parking lots as resembling lakes on Friday.

West Vancouver expects king tides at

this time of year, said Powers. But winds that were forecasted to come from the northwest shifted and came from the south, she said, “so they really exacerbated the effects of the kind tide and storm surge.”

Crews went down to the waterfront Friday morning and “basically evacuated everyone who was down there to north of the railway lines,” just before the highest tide, said Powers, which flooded the beach front from Park Royal to the Beach House.

Mary Ellen Schesser was one of those who witnessed the flooding on Friday morning. She said some people who had gone out for a walk earlier in the morning came back to find their cars trapped in a flooded parking lot.

“If they went for a walk, when the high tide came at 9:45 a.m., they could not get out,” she said. “Waves breached the beach, seawall, and sidewalk to flood the parking lot. Water was pouring down the road in front of the yacht club. It came up the boat ramp and down the road like a river.

“We saw spray from the seawall at the bottom of 15th Street as high as the lines on the telephone pole.”

Municipal crews placed water-filled “tiger dams” around the Silk Purse Arts Centre in Ambleside, but there was still some flooding in the basement of the building, said Powers. The basement of Navvy Jack House was also flooded.

The ferry building, which has been recently lifted in response to this type of flooding, sat high and dry.

The City of North Vancouver also felt the impact of the waterfront storm surge on Friday, closing public access to the Burrard Pier and the St. Roch dock Friday afternoon as winds and high waves made for hazardous conditions.

Water slams into Hollyburn Sailing Club during Friday’s windstorm. ADAM BEKER VIA FACEBOOK

A wave crashes high above bystanders on West Van’s Centennial Seawalk. LINDA LEIGH MACDOUGALL/WEST VANCOUVER SENIORS PHOTO CLUB

A man paddles a kayak through what normally is a parking lot for cars at Ambleside Park. BENJAMIN LUMB

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West Van’s Hollyburn Sailing Club thrashed in windstorm BRENT RICHTER

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West Vancouver’s Hollyburn Sailing Club took a thrashing in Friday’s windstorm, dealing damage to the facility.

But Hollyburn communications officer Mike Bretner said club members are hoping to have things shipshape before long.

Friday’s king tide coupled with wind gusts of up to 81 kilometres per hour sent waves crashing through the 40-year-old building’s curtain wall, and swamping the compound.

“We’ve got somewhere between six inches and a foot of sand throughout most of our sailing club,” Bretner said on Monday.

The club’s fleet of training vessels were all pushed about three to five metres back, but thankfully most of the damage was cosmetic, Bretner said.

On the east side of the building, the earth beneath the blacktop has been washed out, with some parts down more than half a metre, Bretner said. That will have to be filled before the area can be repaved.

Structural engineers have deemed the building safe but the burden of the repairs will fall to the non-profit’s membership.

“The idea at this point is we’re going to have a repair party this Saturday. We’re going to take all of the sand out, throw it back into the ocean, and then we’re going to reinstall the support posts that hold up the deck, one at a time, and then rehang that curtain wall on the outside,” Bretner said.

Despite the damage, things could have been far worse, Bretner said.

“Can you imagine if one of those logs had been on our beach? It could have wiped out the whole compound,” he said.

The building was designed to withstand the occasional intrusion from the ocean, and it has survived worse floods, Bretner said. But the club is now strategizing for more events of this type in the future.

That will require physical mitigation measures and some help from the District of West Vancouver, which leases the land to the club.

“We believe that sea level rise is real, and we really should start to

consider how we’re going to move into the future,” he said. “We’ll probably be there for another 50 or 60 years, and they’re saying that there’s going to be significant sea level rise in the next 50 to 100 years.”

Key to that, though, will be the district renewing the lease for the club on a long-term basis, allowing them to pursue financing and longterm solutions.

Sailors being a resourceful type, the club held its regularly scheduled race on Sunday, Bretner added.

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EXCITING ARRIVAL

New Year’s baby born Jan. 1 first child for North Van couple JANE SEYD

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The first baby born on the North Shore in 2022, Cyra Amirinikou, made her entrance right on time, Jan. 1.

But there were some tense moments along the way as Cyra’s father came down with COVID just She really a week holds your before her gaze like due date. she’s looking Thankfully into your he was over his soul. symptoms NEW MOTHER HENGAMEH NAMINI and out of isolation just in time to be there for his daughter’s birth.

Cyra, the first baby for North Vancouver couple Hengameh Namini, 34, and Omid Amirinikou, 39, became the North Shore’s newest citizen at 3:02 p.m. on New Year’s Day at Lions Gate Hospital, weighing 6 lbs. 5 oz.

Namini said although her baby was due Jan. 1, many babies don’t actually arrive on their due date, so being first was still a surprise.

Adding a curveball into the

final days of the pregnancy, Namini’s partner Amirinikou began developing COVID symptoms just prior to Christmas.

The couple immediately went into isolation and got tested.

He tested positive. She tested negative.

“We found out on Christmas Eve,” she said. “It was very stressful.”

While Amirinikou recovered, Namini temporarily moved to her parents’ home nearby and it was there that her contractions began on Dec. 29.

The baby, however, was in no hurry to make her entrance, and

by New Year’s Eve, Amirinikou was able to come out of isolation for the final part of Namini’s labour.

Back home again in North Vancouver, all three are doing well.

“She’s such a wonderful baby,” said Namini.

“She’s very alert. When she opens her eyes, it feels like you’re having full-blown eye contact with her, even though she can’t really see anything. She really holds her gaze like she’s looking into your soul.”

New parents Hengameh Namini and Omid Amirinikou cuddle with daughter Cyra, the first baby born on the North Shore in 2022. PAUL MCGRATH/NSN

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Truck driver ticketed for massive 2021 crash BRENT RICHTER

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A year after a trucker crashed on the Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing bridgehead, causing one of the worst morning rush-hour traffic disruptions in recent memory, the driver has been ticketed.

Just after 4 a.m. on Jan. 8, 2021, the driver drifted out of the westbound lane and into the concrete support beam for the Main Street/Dollarton Highway overpass.

It took more than six hours for crews to clear the wreck and spilled fuel, and for engineers to deem the overpass safe to reopen the highway westbound. By then, traffic on the Highway 1 and feeder routes had been brought to a lurch across downtown Vancouver and Burnaby.

The driver, a 48-year-old Surrey man, was taken to hospital to be treated for minor injuries. Later, he was arrested under suspicion of impaired driving and driving while prohibited.

After a lengthy investigation, though, North Vancouver RCMP issued one ticket this week for driving without due care and attention, which comes with a $368 fine and six demerit points on his licence.

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as well as the RCMP’s national forensic laboratory service, which took many months, before issuing the ticket.

“Investigations for impaired driving are, I think, one of the most complex investigations that we do as police officers and it is such a serious charge, that we want to make sure we do a thorough investigation and get all of the evidence we can before we determine the best way to proceed,” she said. “In general terms, it’s just the evidence didn’t support (an impaired driving charge).”

The initial suspicion of driving while prohibited also did not bear out,

she added.

Because the driver was issued a ticket under the Motor Vehicle Act and not a Criminal Code charge, his name won’t be made public through court records unless he chooses to fight the ticket in court.

In any event, the case carries a strong message for the motoring public, McIntyre said.

“It’s the responsibility of every driver to keep our roads safe. Drivers must ensure that their full and complete attention is directed to the roadway while they’re driving,” she said.

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Business licence renewal invoices are mailed in mid December 2021.

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The 2022 business licences will be mailed upon receipt of payment.

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Please notify Bylaw & Licensing Services if you haven’t received your invoice or if your mailing address has changed. For more information about business licences and payment options, visit westvancouver.ca or call 604-925-7152.

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fter an extra week of winter break, most of the North Shore’s 20,000-plus students are back to school this week.

For many families it wasn’t completely without concern, as the school restart coincides with a surge of the fast-spreading Omicron COVID variant.

Other jurisdictions, like Ontario, chose to delay the school restart an additional week.

On balance, however, B.C.’s decision to reopen schools remains a sound one.

Granted, different families have very different levels of risk tolerance, depending on both their world view and their circumstances. Those headed by single parents and/or those whose parents don’t have the option of working from home have far fewer options.

The decision made this time is a very different one than was made at the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020. There was

much we have learned about COVID since that time. Significantly, we know that vaccines significantly limit our risk of serious illness from the virus.

We also learned from previous school closures that for many children, online learning was a struggle. We learned that kids who fall behind academically sometimes don’t catch up, even long after school is back in session. And there’s a real toll on kids’ mental health when schools are closed.

For much of the pandemic, kids have borne the brunt of many decisions in order to protect older generations. But keeping kids out of school for weeks or months is a strategy that is not sustainable in the longer term, especially as COVID – in one form or another – will likely be with us for the long haul. Choosing to allow kids back to class is the right thing to do, despite the challenges it presents for us.

Don’t be surprised if ‘screws are tightened’ on unvaccinated A rising chorus is being heard, calling for harsher measures aimed at those who refuse to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

And as the Omicron variant spreads around the world with remarkable speed, and as hospitalizations and ICU cases climb in number, do not View From be surprised if the The Ledge screws are tightKeith Baldrey ened further on the unvaccinated.

We are heading towards a situation in which less than 10% of the population (the unvaccinated) will take up more and more resources in a health-care system that is nearing capacity. Surgeries are being rescheduled and front-line health-care workers are burning out – all because of COVID-19.

Last month, almost 70 per cent of COVID-19 hospitalizations and almost 80 per cent of ICU cases involved unvaccinated people. (These percentages have begun to shrink somewhat; for example,

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this week began with unvaccinated folks accounting for 60 per cent of the ICU cases.) That is a lot of beds, nurses and doctors diverted from treating vaccinated individuals requiring health care that may have nothing to do with the virus.

I do not think we should stop providing health care for unvaccinated people, nor do I support forcing people to be vaccinated.

But surely more must be done to convince more people to get the jab and to relieve growing pressure on our health-care system, for the benefit of the vast majority (i.e. those vaccinated) of our population.

While the percentage of unvaccinated in B.C. remains small, even a small percentage of a large number can yield a very large number.

Consider this: as of last Wednesday, 369,081 British Columbians over the age of 12 had yet to receive even a single dose of a vaccine. That number is declining by less than 1,500 a day.

These people are spread around the province. While it is true that vaccination rates are significantly lower in many parts of the Interior and the north, keep in mind that even in a highly vaccinated place like Surrey (more than 90 per cent have had

at least one dose) there remain more than 55,000 unvaccinated residents there.

Now, I do not think very many of this group are the aggressive, obnoxious, menacing, scientifically illiterate conspiracy theorists you see at pathetically small anti-vax rallies. I am sure most are just regular folks who need to step up and perform what is essentially their civic duty.

But what will it take con- Do not be surprised if the screws are tightened further on vince them to do that? the unvaccinated in B.C. as the Omicron variant spreads, Quebec will soon require predicts columnist Keith Baldrey. MIKE WAKEFIELD/NSN proof of vaccination for anyone wanting to purof European countries? chase liquor or cannabis. Interestingly The vaccination net is tightening around enough, first-dose vaccinations there quathese folks. Eventually their ability to enjoy drupled (from 1,500 a day to 6,000 a day) much of life will be severely constricted almost immediately after the new restricas vaccine mandates expand in number tions were announced. and scope and as our health-care system Will B.C. and other provinces follow increasingly feels the pinch from those who suit and adopt a similar rule? Will we move refuse to get a slight pinch in the arm. to a system of fines and penalties for the Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for unvaccinated, as is unfolding in a number Global BC. keith.baldrey@globalnews.ca

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SNOW BUSINESS Ploughed snow remains in large piles at street corners in this image sent in Thursday by Semour area. PETER TEEVAN

NEXT SNOWFALL: PICK UP A SHOVEL AND HELP YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD

Dear Editor:

Winter is well upon us and everybody seems to be talking about snow removal.

Your own staff called it “egregious” that the District of North Vancouver hasn’t legislated single-family home owners to remove snow on the sidewalks in front of their houses.[Snow Business, Jan. 5 Editorial Viewpoint] The problem I see with that is: probably 75 per cent of single-family homes in the district don’t have a sidewalk!

I see other people commenting online that local governments should legislate that people do this. But here is the thing – why do you need to write to government to ask them to force you to do something you’re already capable of doing?

Just pick up a shovel and get to it! You don’t need the government.

Now me – I don’t have a sidewalk in front of my house. There is one on the opposite side of the street along a DNV-owned berm/ greenbelt, so after I shovel out my driveway, and try to help my neighbours with theirs, I take a stab at a stretch of the sidewalk on the other side.

Where do we need enforcement? Well, personally, what I see continuously are private maintenance contractors for nearby multi-family properties using machinery (snow plows) to take snow off private property and put it out on the public roadways – to me that’s not right.

So I say to people, if you are lamenting the fact that you can’t go to the gym, if you’re going out for a run in the middle of all this, if you’re physically able – pick up a shovel and help your neighbourhood.

If the government legislates it, you’re going to have to do it anyway.

Ask not what your municipality can do for you – pick up a shovel and set to.

Happy shovelling.

Peter Teevan Seymour

HERE’S A SUGGESTION FOR SNOW CLEARING Dear Editor:

The City and District of North Vancouver have a fleet of lawn mowers used in the

summertime that could be fitted with sidewalk plows that will cover great distances of sidewalks in short order; however, they are most likely sitting unused in a storage shed somewhere.

At one time, about 20 years ago, the city did have a Bombardier (I think?) sidewalk plow but it was only around for about one or two years.

James Bong North Vancouver

KUDOS TO WEST VAN WORK CREWS

1. Tuesday, January 25, 2–3 p.m. virtual via Zoom 2. Wednesday, January 26, 5–6 p.m. virtual via Zoom In addition to the information meetings, there will be an online feedback form available from Monday, December 13 to Friday, January 28 at 4 p.m. All public input will be considered by Council as part of the 2022 budget review process.

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Dear Editor:

On Monday, Jan. 3, around noon, I noticed a flood of water across my driveway. I discovered a small geyser of water squirting upwards from my lawn next to the road.

I phoned the District of West Vancouver engineering department, and within 20 minutes a smart young man with all the right equipment arrived to assess the problem.

He summoned a crew, a large van, a huge dump truck and a large backhoe. They dug a deep hole in the road, located the leak, repaired it and refilled the hole, and were all done by 4 p.m.

John Peirson West Vancouver

Patient of the Week

I DOFF MY CAP TO PUBLIC SERVICE CREWS At 6:30 a.m. [on Jan. 4], an outside electric cable snapped, plunging my home into darkness.

I barely had time to consider a bitterly cold house and rotting food, for the fire department arrived literally within 10 minutes, and followed soon after by BC Hydro.

C’mon, folks. How often have we berated our municipalities for extravagant taxes and shoddy service?

I doff my cap to our public service personnel, not only for their ultra-efficient work – the entire problem was fixed within one hour – but also for their warmth and friendliness. Yes, at the crack of dawn, they were cheerful.

In future, I will pay my taxes with a less jaundiced attitude.

Barrie Street North Vancouver

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West Van MLA urges women not to delay mammograms JANE SEYD

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A North Shore MLA is urging women not to delay getting screening mammograms after a routine test recently detected her breast cancer at an early stage.

Karin Kirkpatrick, Liberal MLA for West Vancouver-Capilano, said she decided to go public with her story in the hopes of prompting other women to book their mammograms.

“This happens to so many women, one out of eight women,” she said. “So I’m telling a story so many people out there already know.”

Kirkpatrick said if her story prompts other women to book their screening tests it will have been well worth it.

She also hopes talking about her experience will let people know it’s OK to talk about cancer.

In her own case, Kirkpatrick said she doesn’t have a family history of breast cancer, but has had screening mammograms “on a sporadic basis.”

The tests – which involve compressing the breast to take an image – can be uncomfortable, which is one reason women put off getting it done, said Kirkpatrick.

Being busy is another typical excuse. All too often, the reminder letters tend to get buried in a heap of other non-urgent papers.

But that changed for Kirkpatrick with COVID. “When the pandemic hit, it really made me start thinking about my health.”

West Vancouver-Capilano MLA Karen Kirkpatrick is publicly speaking about her recent breast cancer diagnosis and urging other women to get screened. PAUL MCGRATH/NSN

She knew a person who died of COVID who had left behind a young family.

That got her thinking.

“Anything can happen to you at any time.”

So a year ago, Kirkpatrick said she decided to consciously make her own health a priority.

This time when her reminder letter arrived in September, instead of ignoring it, Kirkpatrick

booked an appointment at the North Shore’s screening mammography program. She felt relieved a couple of weeks later after the test was done. Then came the phone call telling her they needed to take more detailed images.

By the third week of October, she was at North Shore Imaging, where a radiologist who looked at those images delivered the bad news, telling Kirkpatrick “Ninetynine per cent of the time I see that, it’s cancer.”

She was immediately sent to Lions Gate Hospital for a biopsy, which confirmed a type of cancer known as “invasive lobular carcinoma.”

“This particular type of cancer is more like a spider web,” she said. “It doesn’t form a lump.”

Kirkpatrick got her diagnosis as the legislature was sitting in November. In Victoria, she told only a few people at first, because she wasn’t sure what the diagnosis would mean – either personally or professionally. Two weeks later she met with doctors on the North Shore and had successful surgery to remove the cancer at Lions Gate Hospital, Dec. 20, six weeks after her diagnosis.

“I know that the stars aligned for me,” said Kirkpatrick, adding the North Shore is fortunate to have good resources.

Kirkpatrick said she will later have radiation therapy scheduled, but is currently back home and recovering from the surgery.

She said one of the people who inspired her to talk about her experience was a colleague,

Richmond-Queensborough MLA Aman Singh, who went public with his colon cancer diagnosis following routine screening.

“I talked to him a little bit about that,” she said.

Kirkpatrick said she decided to speak out because “my experience with this was so fortunate.

And the reason that I am fortunate is I went online and booked that appointment. I didn’t bury it on my desk.”

Since going public, Kirkpatrick said she’s received kind words from colleagues on both sides of the house, including from Premier John Horgan, who was recently himself diagnosed with cancer.

Among the public, “I’ve got a lot of people who’ve said, ‘This happened to me. I got my mammogram right away. I was diagnosed, and I’m good.’ And I’ve had a few who said, ‘I wish I’d gone sooner. I ended up with Stage 3 cancer.’”

A lot of women have also been able to relate to the tendency to push their own health concerns aside, because there’s always something else that seems a higher priority.

But it’s not, said Kirkpatrick.

“Your health is so important.”

Breast screening mammography is currently recommended for women over 50 in B.C. and may be appropriate for some women over 40. On the North Shore, tests can be booked through North Shore Mammography or by calling 1-800663-9203. Men and transgender people can also get breast cancer and should talk to their doctors about any concerns.

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West Van enforces vaccine mandate for municipal staff BRENT RICHTER

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The District of West Vancouver’s vaccine mandate for municipal staff has now come into effect, and 17 employees have been put on unpaid leave for failing to get their COVID-19 shots.

Of the 1,006 full-time, part-time and casual staff, including West Vancouver Fire & Rescue, Blue Bus, and West Vancouver Memorial Library employees, 98.3 per cent showed proof of vaccination by the Jan. 5 deadline, according to district spokeswoman Donna Powers.

“It’s an excellent result,” Powers said. “The majority of staff are very pleased with this program.”

Because it is a human resources matter, Powers said it is confidential which departments the unvaccinated employees were in.

So far, two staff members have been granted human rights exemptions, which Powers said were likely for health or religious reasons, but other unvaccinated staff had their requests turned down.

“We noted in our policy, personal preference is not a legitimate reason for an exemption,” Powers said. “Applications for exemptions

This week the district of West Vancouver put 17 employees on unpaid leave for failing to be vaccinated against COVID-19. CINDY GOODMAN/NSN FILE

are taken very seriously. We go through them with all due diligence, and they do take time.”

The West Vancouver Police Department’s 80 members are also facing a vaccine mandate that was scheduled to come into effect at midnight on Jan. 11.

Unlike the City of Toronto and other municipalities that immediately terminated staff who failed to get vaccinated, West Vancouver’s employees will be given three months to come into compliance before they will be let go permanently. During that time, they will be encouraged to get two doses.

“The district’s objective is to raise vaccination rates across the community,” Powers said.

Unions representing municipal workers and Blue Bus drivers generally agreed with the mandate when it was announced in October, although they did say they would be pushing the district to extend it to the general public who come into close contact with their members. Without legal authority granted by the province, that won’t be possible, Powers said.

“We’re a government. We’re an essential service and people are entitled to access government

services,” she said.

Losing 1.7 per cent of staff is unlikely to cause any major disruptions to services, Powers said, adding that would be less than the expected HR turnover in a typical year. And bigger issues loom.

“What the municipality is really concerned with right now is disruption of services from sick leave as a result of the Omicron variant.

We’ve seen that Dr. Henry has predicted a 30 per cent absentee rate across all sectors of the economy,” she said. “That’s actually what we’re bracing for.”

Powers said the district will focus on keeping essential services and emergency services going.

Much like in the spring of 2020, staff are now working from home as much as possible.

Because of the Omicron variant and staff and volunteers already reporting in sick, services at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre will now be scaled back to just the essentials, Powers said.

The Feed the Need program will continue, but everything that can be moved online will be.

“And we’re increasing the phone call wellness checks that we’re doing on vulnerable seniors,

not just because of Omicron, but also because of the snow situation,” she said.

Things have been changing quickly, Powers said, and the district is planning now for more disruptions to follow.

“We’re prepared and we’ll be flexible if we need to close down programs at the other facilities,” she said. “And we’ve got our fingers crossed [that] it’s going to be a fast spike and a fast drop, so we’re just hoping for the best that way.”

The City and District of North Vancouver also have vaccination deadlines coming for their staff.

The district’s mandate comes into effect on Jan. 14. As of Jan. 25, city staff, contractors and volunteers will be required to be vaccinated to stay on the job.

North Vancouver Recreation and Culture, which oversees 10 local community centres, has not yet made a decision about whether to require vaccinations for its staff.

Metro Vancouver regional district employees, meanwhile, do not currently face a vaccine mandate, although one will be coming in 2022, according to the regional authority.

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In swift proceedings Monday night, the District of North Vancouver council approved its latest pot shop, welcoming a BC Cannabis Store to the Norgate Centre strip mall on Marine.

What is currently zoned as a liquor store, at 1461 Marine Dr., the cannabis store was passed with all in favour, except Coun.

Betty Forbes against, citing concerns about government retailers competing with private industries.

Mayor Mike Little was a notable absence at the meeting, passing along his regrets that he could not attend – he and his family have recently tested positive for COVID-19 (see story on page 16).

Acting Mayor Lisa Muri said community concerns regarding cannabis shops in the district have not materialized; however, the district’s plans and policies regarding cannabis applications have also not been followed.

“My challenge is with the fact that we create plans and we create policies, and then we don’t follow them. And in this case, we didn’t follow it at all. We allowed every application that came forward to be supported, without exception,” Muri said. In response, staff advised Muri that one cannabis store application in the district has been rejected, while two others have been withdrawn.

Meanwhile, rezoning applications had a mixed result for applicants on Monday night.

A six-storey rental building on the corner of Mountain Highway and Oxford Street, which could include 134 market rental and six non-market rental apartments, was passed unanimously without discussion, after being part of a closed public hearing.

The development permit will come to council at a later date.

However, a proposed project on West 16th Street, that would have included 31 market strata units and 31 rentals units, has met its demise, as the motion was defeated on Monday due to concerns around housing affordability and market strata units.

Tabled by Couns. Jordan Back and Matthew Bond, the project in their eyes was well suited to the area, very close to transit services and included much needed rental units.

Coun. Megan Curren also believed the project should have received a second and third reading, as it had the highest compliance with the official community plan.

“This is one of those that achieved the highest rating in terms of achieving climate targets, housing targets,” she said.

However, the motion was defeated in a tied vote as Muri, Forbes and Coun. Hanson voted against due to the lack of affordable rental units, and questioned why more weren’t included in the plan.

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Little and his household started having symptoms late last week, and on Sunday went to the Lloyd Avenue testing site to get tested.

Their results came back positive.

“I’m following all public health orders and will remain isolated, according to the guidelines. Other than a mild fever and cold-like symptoms, I am doing well and resting comfortably at home,” Little said in a statement Monday.

Speaking to North Shore News, Little said he and his wife had low-grade fevers, while one of his daughters had terrible headaches – prompting their decision to get tested.

“We were pretty self-isolated through the Christmas break anyway, because we were so concerned about getting it. So we were already quite prepared to be self-isolated,” Little said. “We had lots of Disney+ and movies to watch, but what’s been a really great thing is one of our daughters was finished with COVID earlier than the rest, so she’s been able to run errands for us and get us stuff.”

Little said his experience at the Lloyd Avenue testing site was seamless. Taking all of about 10 minutes, Little and his family were given rapid antigen tests, and directed to wait until Day 3 to Day 5 of being symptomatic to do the test.

“I waited until Sunday night [to take the test], because we were quite certain that Thursday night is when I started to get some symptoms … so I waited until Sunday night to test and [the positive marker] was really clear, actually,” he said.

For folks who haven’t yet contracted COVID, Little said that we all need to have “absolute respect” for how contagious the virus is.

“You don’t want to be the one to give it to someone vulnerable. So you have to immediately take steps to isolate yourself, because we had it happen to five family

Mayor Mike Little attends a District of North Vancouver workshop in 2019. CINDY GOODMAN/ NSN FILES

members in the span of two days; it just hit us all so fast,” he said. “And while you may be able to handle it, there may be vulnerable people in your circle that you have to take quick action in order to be able to protect them.”

The mayor was particularly appreciative of the health-care workers who are currently at testing sites across the region, saying that he’s saddened to hear that some have been recipients of verbal abuse.

“They’re doing a great job, and we support them,” he said.

Little was a notable absence at the district’s meeting on Monday night, where Coun. Lisa Muri stood in as acting mayor.

It’s not the only local government that has had to deal with the virus. The District of West Vancouver’s Mayor Mary-Ann Booth spoke to North Shore News last year about her family’s experience. Her husband caught the virus in the spring, and it was a stressful experience for the both of them.

“We all think we’re kind of invincible and it’s not going to happen to us,” she said then.

Although her husband is healthy with no underlying health conditions, the virus hit him hard, she said, with fever and extreme fatigue.

“The longer the time goes on, there’s a tendency to get more complacent,” she said. “It’s a real wake-up call. If my husband can get it, anybody can get it.”

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North Shore schools reopen following extended holiday break JANE SEYD

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After an extra week of winter break, more than 20,000 students on the North Shore headed back to class this week in the midst of a new phase of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Authorities acknowledged the high transmissibility of the Omicron variant means many people will likely catch the virus in the coming weeks.

But that doesn’t mean schools should close, said Dr. Bonnie Henry, the province’s medical health officer, on Friday.

“Everybody, I believe, knows somebody, or has somebody in their close social circle, who’s been affected by COVID-19.

That means this is going to be a challenging month. But it doesn’t mean that we need to stop everything,” said Henry. “School is essential and we know it is the best place for children to be.”

Schools reopened this week with an emphasis on proper mask wearing, and plans to switch to temporary online learning if schools are struck by outbreaks or if too many staff become sick to keep schools open.

In the absence of contact tracing, which Henry said is no longer a useful way to control outbreaks, schools will monitor rates of staff and student absences to see if any are spiking particularly high for clues about local COVID outbreaks.

Henry said in the next few weeks, rapid antigen tests will also be used to help detect COVID in symptomatic staff and students.

Both North and West Vancouver school districts said any decisions about moving classes to online learning or temporarily closing schools will be done on a case-by-case basis.

Closures would be a last resort and may only impact one class at a time, said North Vancouver Schools Superintendent Mark Pearmain, in a letter to parents.

West Vancouver Schools spokesperson Tricia Buckley said if closures were needed they would likely last anywhere from two to seven days.

Schools are now limiting larger gatherings like assemblies, while sports activities, including indoor sports, will continue at schools, although tournaments are being halted. Spectators are

no longer allowed.

On Monday, the first day back, attendance in West Van schools was higher than it normally is in January, said Buckley.

A number of local parents said in social media posts they were happy to see their kids return to school, even as other jurisdictions further delayed the return to the classroom. Those parents pointed to the need for education and normal social activity as a positive impact on kids’ mental health outweighing the risk of catching the virus.

“We weighed the risk and benefits for us and sending [our kids] to school and daycare makes sense for our family,” wrote one North Vancouver mom, who added all adults in the family have been triple vaccinated. “Our life needs to move along while we have protected ourselves as much as possible.”

“We are all going to get COVID – if not this week, then next, or next month or next year,” wrote another parent. “No matter what the long-term effects are from it, this virus [like many others] is here to stay and spread. Life is always full of risk – staying cooped up and socially isolated

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for years, not living life and not letting our kids live life is much more damaging for folks than catching COVID is. I am glad schools are opening and they are doing everything they can to keep kid’s lives normal.”

But not all parents are convinced the measures do enough to protect students from bringing COVID infections home to their families.

Yi Yang, a North Vancouver mom, said she won’t be letting her kids, five and eight, go back to school immediately.

With positivity rates of up to 40 per cent on the North Shore, “Realistically, I think anyone going to any indoor places for a whole day will be 100 per cent exposed to COVID,” she said.

“COVID is airborne and it’s very hard to stop the transmission even with the best efforts.”

Amy Reid is another North Vancouver mom. Her younger daughter has a condition that affects her immune system, and Reid has opted to keep her daughter home this week.

Reid said she home-schooled her two kids last year, but sent them back to school in the fall.

But Omicron has changed the

game, she said, and she doesn’t have confidence that the measures at school will be enough to prevent infections.

Reid said she would have liked to see boosters moved up for teachers as well as higher-level N95 masks provided for teachers and more options for hybrid learning.

Shirley Law, a North Vancouver mom and cancer survivor, said she shares those concerns.

“I really don’t feel there’s any protection at school,” she said.

Spencer Capier, president of the West Vancouver Teachers Association, acknowledged it’s a stressful time for teachers, particularly as most children in younger age groups haven’t been fully vaccinated.

Capier said teachers would have preferred to see better masks – like KN95s, that are a step up from surgical masks – supplied for staff. That would also have helped minimize the possibility of “functional closures” due to staff sickness, he said.

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Continued from page 1 Those kinds of increases reflected similar trends across the Lower Mainland of hikes in detached home values. North Shore increases fell squarely in the middle of those increases, which ranged from a 16 per cent increase in the City of Vancouver, to massive 35 and 40 per cent hikes in parts of the Fraser Valley.

Detached home value increases were higher than condo increases in all areas, although condo values were also up. On the North Shore, condo and townhome values were up 15 per cent in the District of North Vancouver and in West Vancouver.

A “typical” strata home in the District of North Vancouver was up from $727,000 last year to $834,000 this year. In West Vancouver, a condo worth just under $1.16 million last year was worth just under $1.33 million this year. In the City of North Vancouver, condo values rose an average of 10 per cent, hiking a condo worth $690,000 last year to a value of $762,000 this year.

Bryan Murao, BC Assessment’s deputy assessor for the Lower Mainland, said the increased property values reflect “the widely reported heightened demand among homebuyers during the COVID-19 pandemic.”

In the Lower Mainland, the farther from the city centre, the higher the increases have generally been.

That may be reflective of new workfrom-home scenarios that have meant people “don’t have to live where they work anymore,” said Murao.

Workers who only have to report to the office once or twice a week may also find longer commutes more bearable, he said.

The assessment values – which reflect a snapshot in value on July 1 – appear to have held steady, or even increased slightly through the end of the year, he added.

Statistics out last Wednesday from the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver showed the “benchmark” selling price of a typical single-family home in North Vancouver sitting at $1.968 million in December, while a “typical” detached home in West Vancouver had a benchmark sale price of $3.224 million.

Within both North and West Vancouver, there are some marked differences in assessment increases between neighbourhoods. Single-family homes in Ambleside, for instance, rose an average of 34 per cent

in value over last year, according to BC Assessment. In Westmount, the increases were 20 per cent and in Chartwell they were 25 per cent.

In North Vancouver, homes on the Dollarton waterfront were up 30 per cent on average, and detached homes in Grousewoods rose almost 29 per cent.

Homes in both Blueridge and Lynn Valley were up an average of 27 per cent, while increases in the Norgate and Pemberton area were a more modest 16 per cent.

One of the factors driving up prices and home values in North Vancouver is lack of supply, said real estate agent Brent Eilers of Re/Max Masters Realty.

“In North Vancouver, we’re down 42 per cent in listings,” he said, adding that if buyers don’t have choices, that often drives up prices.

As “pandemic fatigue” sets in, people have become wary of selling, in case they can’t find something to move to, he said.

In West Vancouver, there can be also be significant differences between the “lower end” of the market, including homes worth under $3 million, and the “high end” of the market, including mansions that sell for over $5 million, he said.

This year, 12 of the top 100 highest-valued homes in the province are on the North Shore – all in West Vancouver.

Andy Yan, director of SFU’s City Program, said the latest round of property value increases serve to emphasize the continued disassociation between incomes and house prices in the Lower Mainland.

“Your wages probably didn’t increase 15 to 20 per cent,” he said of the recent assessment hikes.

The difference between the haves and the have-nots has been exacerbated by the pandemic, he said.

Some people in higher-paying occupations have been able to work from home and even save money over the past year by foregoing treats like vacations, he said.

Those people now have more choice about where they live and access to cheaper credit in the form of low interest rates, he said.

But Eilers said others who must qualify for big mortgages under the federal government’s “stress test” for borrowers are still feeling the squeeze.

Those who are renting are generally in an even more precarious situation, added Yan, and are usually worse off than they were before the pandemic.

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Situated on a very large and very quiet 24,393 sq ft private lot boasting stunning ocean and marina views, sits this 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom family home. This residence is part of Sea Breeze Estates, a group of 6 homes within walking distance to Thunderbird Marina and West Vancouver Yacht Club below. Easy access to Sea View Walk, Trans Canada and Baden Powell Trails, Gleneagles Golf Course, Community Centre and Gleneagles elementary school nearby. Access to all 3 floors with an amazing outdoor glass elevator overlooking the marina! The main floor has a spacious entrance lobby with the kitchen easily accessible from the 3 car tiled garage, a casual dining area, a cozy living room with fireplace, a larger more formal dining area and a TV or family room. The kitchen has cherry wood cabinets, lots of easy slide drawers, a recycling centre, grey granite counters, built in oven and lovely wet bar. Enjoy the spectacular views from a terraced large deck and garden area with rock walls down below the ozonated pool and relaxing hot tub, with easy care bushes that bloom throughout the year. Entertaining... no problem, in addition to the 3 car garage, there is up to an additional 7 parking spots for friends and family when visiting this amazing home.

Gorgeous estate sized (29,185 sq ft) sunny south facing very large property in Caulfeild with lovely ocean and city views. Very quiet street and neighbourhood, only a few minutes to Caulfeild Elementary, Rockridge Secondary and Caulfeild Shopping Center. This well maintained stylish 4 bedroom 3300 sq ft home with bright open concept plan has a gourmet kitchen, magnificent home office and a gorgeous 310 ft sundeck from which to enjoy the bright southerly vistas.

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Extensively renovated and beautifully updated 3 bedroom open plan townhome situated in Edgemont Ridge Estates, a boutique gated community perfect for families and downsizers alike and only a short walk into charming Edgemont Village. Bright and very spacious, this home features 1968 ft.² on 1 level, updates include a gorgeous new chefs kitchen with contemporary high end finishes, custom cabinetry and built-in stainless steel appliances, stunning new wide plank oak floors as well as new ceilings with state of the art modern lighting and striking new magnificent fireplace. The sunny solarium with heated floors has also been fully updated and all the entertainment size living areas of this home look onto private patios and landscaped gardens with an abundance of grass, flowers and shrubs. Pets allowed!

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Amazingly beautiful .9 acre estate sized property centrally located in West Vancouver’s lower British Properties and situated on a very quiet cul-de-sac. With expansive lawns and gorgeous manicured gardens this enormous and rare estate with a lovely home could be ideally suited for a growing family who love spending time outdoors. The sunny and bright south facing residence of 4 bedrooms with extra dens and flex space has had many updates over the years and the current owners of 33 years have meticulously maintained it. Nearby is the Hollyburn Country Club, Capilano Golf Club, Sentinel and Westcot public schools as well as Collingwood and Mulgrave private schools. Speedy access is very close at hand to downtown Vancouver and wonderful shopping at nearby Park Royal.

Excellent opportunity to get into a wonderful neighbourhood in an older but much loved 2 level home. This bungalow style residence has lovely views of the mountains and inlet below and is set on an expansive 8400 sq ft level lot. 2 bedrooms are on the main level but more bedrooms could easily be added downstairs. Outside is a very large and flat yard-perfect for young children and a growing family to enjoy! This excellent property is located just steps away to Sherwood Park and Sherwood Park Elementary school and only a few minutes away to Deep Cove, Mount Seymour Park, Northlands Golf course and Parkgate Village shopping.

Charming character home in original condition set on one of Vancouver West (Southlands) prettiest and quietest streets. This home currently rented, is set on a west facing 33’x124’ lot. Superb and tranquil location close to wonderful walking trails in the University Endowment Lands, great public and private schools nearby and UBC only a few minutes away. Close at hand and only a short distance away are some of Vancouver’s best golf courses, shopping and horseback riding.

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Iconic Callisto on one of the most memorable miles of Coal Harbour WATERFRONT. This building’s design in the shape of a sail allows for walls of glass facing incredible views including Lions Gate Bridge & yet lots of wall space for your artwork. The ’01 units get more westerly views & are rarely available especially in this price range. Luxurious interior design with the highest quality materials, pure lines & natural sophistication.

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Built on one of the best lots in the neighborhood, this elegant home offers Southwest exposure with ocean and city views stretching west to gorgeous sunsets. The same owner since new has updated and upgraded this home over the years. Brand new bathrooms, new furnace in October, new wiring, generator connected to alarm system, new sprinkler system, heated 2 car garage. An automatic robotic lawn mower on a timer is included in the price.

Perfect floor plan with 4 very spacious bedrooms up. Main floor has office, large living room, separate dining, kitchen and adjacent family room. Rec room, wine cellar, workshop and storage down. The lot is a perfectly level 90x150 (13.500 sq ft) with City and Ocean views. Views will be improved December 10 by Burley Boys.

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Crown seeks jail for taxi driver’s sexual assault BRENT RICHTER

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The Crown is seeking jail time for a North Shore taxi driver convicted of sexually assaulting a passenger he was dropping off on Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) land.

Abbotsford resident Deepak Sharma was charged in January 2019 after the victim and a friend reported him to police.

The victim, whose name is protected by a publication ban, testified in court that while they were briefly stopped outside a friend’s house in the early morning hours of Jan. 2, 2019, Sharma grabbed her hand and tried to place it on his partially exposed genitals.

Sharma testified in his own defence that he was under the honest but mistaken belief he had the victim’s consent, but provincial court Judge Patricia Bond said Sharma’s statements were neither credible nor reliable, and his evidence was full of inconsistencies and contradictions.

She found him guilty on one charge of sexual assault in June.

These cases At a Dec. 20 sentencing emphasize hearing in North Vancouver provincial court, Crown prosethe fact that cutor Sean Harvey asked Bond women, and to hand down a jail term of six to young women nine months, plus two years of in particular, probation and a ban on Sharma need to be ever becoming a taxi or ride able to feel share driver again.

Society encourages people safe in taxis. to use taxis as a safe option for CROWN PROSECUTOR getting home, Harvey said, and SEAN HARVEY Sharma was in a position of trust at the time.

“In the Crown’s submission, this was an opportunistic sexual assault committed by a taxi driver against a young, intoxicated woman who trusted him to get her to her destination safely while travelling late at night,” he said.

“These cases emphasize the fact that women, and young women in particular, need to be able to feel safe in taxis.”

Recent changes to the Criminal Code of Canada direct judges to emphasize denunciation of the crime and deterrence for others as the primary principles in deciding sentences when the victim of a sexual assault comes from vulnerable personal circumstances. Indigenous women are disproportionately victims of sexual violence, Harvey added.

That change in the Criminal Code, however, came after Sharma’s offence, Sharma’s lawyer Amandeep Sidhu said, arguing his client is entitled to be sentenced according to the law at the time.

Sidhu asserted a six-month conditional sentence, which would be served in the community, plus a year of probation would be appropriate given other court sentences for similar sexual assaults.

After 20 years of driving a cab, it became a large part of Sharma’s identity and he has lost his standing in his community and religious institutions, Sidhu said.

A psychological assessment found Sharma is a low risk to reoffend, and he now has feelings of shame and guilt over his behaviour, his lawyer added.

“Mr. Sharma has, I submit, been punished greatly by loss of employment, stigma, the media attention. His reputation has been damaged and this is not something that gets repaired. This is lifelong – losing your reputation when it comes to an offence of this nature,” Sidhu said.

Sharma is scheduled to be sentenced on March 8, 2022.

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PANDEMIC’S FIFTH WAVE

LGH outbreak declared over as North Shore COVID cases soar JANE SEYD

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There was good news and there was bad news on the COVID front on the North Shore recently.

The good news is a COVID-19 outbreak at Lions Gate Hospital declared Dec. 16 has been declared over. The outbreak – which led to 15 hospitalized patients and staff becoming infected with COVID – was declared over Jan. 4.

The bad news is it comes at a time when the North Shore is recording more COVID cases than ever before, fuelled by the Omicron variant.

For the week between Dec. 28 and Jan. 3, the North Shore hit a new record of 904 confirmed cases of the virus. A few days later, between Dec. 31 and Jan. 6, those numbers dropped to 678 cases.

But the numbers come with a major caveat – only very limited numbers of people – including those with underlying health conditions and those over 65 years old – are getting the official PCR tests.

Among those who did access those tests, positivity rates on the North Shore have hovered around 40 per cent, ranging from 36 per cent on Bowen Island to 49 per cent in the upper part of West Vancouver.

Lack of testing capacity has meant even some of those who work in high risk health care settings, or who are considered medically vulnerable, have

Cars line up at the COVID-19 testing centre on Lloyd Avenue in North Vancouver on the morning of Dec. 20, 2021. MIKE WAKEFIELD/NSN

not always been able to get PCR tests recently.

Vancouver Coastal Health has advised those who are fully vaccinated and have mild symptoms do not need to get tested.

Most people at the Lloyd Avenue testing site have been handed rapid tests.

Results of those are not counted in official tallies, the BCCDC has confirmed, adding that reporting everyone infected isn’t needed.

“At this point in the pandemic, the

most important indicator is understanding serious illness and preserving health care capacity,” according to the Centre for Disease Control, adding the province will continue to test all infections that result in hospitalization.

Recently frustrations from the public at not being able to get tests has boiled over, and “our testing site staff have experience a significant increase and verbal and at times physical harassment” including at the North Shore testing site, according to Vancouver Coastal Health.

The health authority added that behaviour is “completely unacceptable” and has caused “significant distress” to staff who have already been working under strain for the past month.

Of the cases which have been reported, North Vancouver most recently recorded 536 new COVID cases, for an infection rate of 50 daily cases per 100,000. West Vancouver recorded 142 new cases, for a rate of 39 per 100,000.

Omicron’s surge resulted in 2,106 new daily cases being reported in British Columbia on Monday, Jan. 10, bringing the number of active cases to just under 34,551.

Dr. Bonnie Henry, the province’s health officer, has acknowledged, however, that the actual number of cases is likely four times the official number.

“The rate of transmission that we’re

seeing now in British Columbia, like many other jurisdictions around the world, means that at this point, most people in B.C. likely have a friend or family member or a colleague who has been infected with the Omicron variant,” she said recently.

“Right now, in the tug of war of transmission, Omicron has the advantage.”

There were 431 people in hospital with COVID on Jan. 10 in B.C., 95 of those in intensive care.

Although hospital numbers have increased in recent days, so far doctors are reporting most of those hospitalized with Omicron have milder infections than people who landed in hospital with previous versions of the virus.

More people are also vaccinated against the virus, which has resulted in less severe illnesses.

On the North Shore, between 41 and 48 per cent of adults over 50 had received their third booster shot of vaccine as of Jan. 4, according to B.C.’s Centre for Disease Control. Between 24 and 31 per cent of adults over 18 had been boosted by that date, as B.C. recently ramped up its booster program.

Among children five to 11 years old, the latest group to be approved for vaccines, 65 per cent of kids in North Vancouver and 54 per cent of kids in West Vancouver had received a first shot of vaccine by Jan. 4.

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Speakers who have not pre-registered will also have an opportunity to speak at the Public Hearing.

Once all registered speakers have provided input, the Mayor will call for a recess to allow time for additional speakers to phone in. Call-in details will be displayed on-screen at the Public Hearing (watch web livestream).

The proposed bylaws, background material and presentations are available for viewing at City Hall and online at cnv.org/PublicHearings.

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Winter storms wreak havoc on trails across North Shore JANE SEYD AND BRENT RICHTER

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Metro Vancouver has reopened Lynn Headwaters Regional Park but the series of recent storms has left an awful mess in there.

The regional authority closed the park on Thursday due to heavy snow. The windstorm that blew in on Friday only exacerbated things.

“When the trees get weighted, their boughs break and their tops

break and sometimes trees break,” said Tom McComb, supervisor for Metro Vancouver Parks. “Lynn was hit fairly hard … with blown trees, broken tree tops, branches, heavy snow accumulations.”

Since the worst of the storm passed, contractors have been in clearing out downed trees, branches and dangerous snags. On Monday morning, Metro reopened Lynn Headwaters and most of Capilano River Regional Park is now accessible.

A downed tree causes problems for trail users in Mahon Park in the City of North Vancouver on Friday. JILL JOHNSON

But McComb added, things are still a bit rough.

“It will be [a mess], probably for about another week until we can get all the crews in there,” he said.

Anyone venturing into the North Shore’s trails should expect slippery conditions, with snow and ice, especially on stairs, McComb said.

“The caution is for the public to have your proper footwear and winter clothing, because it’s pretty miserable out there,” he said.

Veena Sood was out for a walk in Mahon Park trails Friday when she had a too-close-for-comfort encounter with the physics of snow load and wind gusts in the North Vancouver forest.

Sood said she was about a minute into her walk near Jones and 18th “when I heard a loud cracking sound.”

At first she couldn’t figure out where the noise was coming from.

“Then I looked up and saw above my head, the trunk of a big tree coming down towards me. I bolted forward in the nick of time and the tree missed me by a few seconds.

I actually felt the rush of wind behind my neck as the trunk and the secondary branches hit the

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A fallen tree severs a bridge railing in Lynn Headwaters Regional Park on Thursday. METRO VANCOUVER REGIONAL PARKS Lower Mainland, McComb urged anyone going into the parks to keep well back from creeks and streams, as they will be rushing.

The North Shore backcountry, which Metro considers anything beyond Norvan Falls, remains closed for the winter, as the entire area is hazardous.

The public can check on the status of regional parks, including any closures and hazard alerts for particular sections, on Metro Vancouver’s park notices page on metrovancouver.org, which is regularly updated.

ground right behind me.”

Sood said she saw another smaller tree fall up ahead on the trail and decided to make a hasty retreat.

City of North Vancouver parks staff who investigated said the tree had uprooted, likely as a result of the soil becoming oversaturated with snowmelt, combined with high winds.

Crews were out Friday and Saturday checking for leaning or falling trees.

With another major bout of heavy rain now drenching the

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We’ve developed a draft Mobility Strategy that proposes actions that will help how we all move around the City.

Council will consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 8902 to rezone the subject property to permit a 6-storey self-storage building including an office, a small commercial unit and vehicle parking on the main floor.

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Questions? Leah Karlberg, Planner 1, lkarlberg@cnv.org / 604-982-8352 141 WEST 14TH STREET / NORTH VANCOUVER / BC / V7M 1H9 T 604 985 7761 / F 604 985 9417 / CNV.ORG

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Value of luxury waterfront mansions soars on North Shore JANE SEYD

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Heated patio with panoramic ocean view? Check.

Private gym, media room and temperature-controlled wine cellar? Check. Infinity pool and ‘boat garage’? Check.

While the past year presented challenges for many, the top tier of the real estate market has remained remarkably unfazed by the global pandemic. If anything, COVID appears to have given a boost to those seeking a more luxurious lockdown abode.

For those whose homes are sometimes literally castles on the North Shore, both assessed values and property sales took a significant jump up in 2021.

Mansions with expansive views over Burrard Inlet and waterfront estates with infinity pools and salt-water spas continue to be well represented among the upper strata of property ownership.

Twelve homes in West Vancouver were on BC Assessment’s list of the top 100 assessments in the province this year.

Among the top assessments on the North Shore, architecturally designed homes in beachfront West Bay and Sandy Cove neighbourhoods continue to rank among the highest assessed properties.

Two Hollingsworth-designed waterfront mansions top assessment list Topping the list, as it often does, is a five-bedroom, sixbath mansion on the West Bay waterfront in West Vancouver, custom designed by architect Russell Hollingsworth on a large property at 3330 Radcliffe Ave., valued this year at $31.65 million. That’s up about 16 per cent over last year’s assessment of $27.33 million, but still less than the stratospheric value of more than $35 million which the property reached in 2017 and 2018.

The second-highest assessment was another West Vancouver Hollingsworth-designed Dundarave waterfront mansion. The three-bedroom, seven-bathroom 9,000-squarefoot home, on a large property at 2588 Bellevue Ave., was valued at more than $27 million this year – up about 25 per cent from its $21.6 million value last year.

A Chartwell mansion at 1690 Marlowe Place in the British Properties – another familiar address in the top assessment list – was third highest this year with a value of $25.39 million. That was up about 16 per cent over its $21.78 million value last year.

Rounding out the top 10 highest assessments were similar, neighbouring, homes in those West Bay and Chartwell neighbourhoods, valued at between $20.9 million and $24.2 million.

Actual property sales in the exclusive postal codes of movie moguls, mining executives and foreign business owners were also up this year.

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Sales of homes worth more than $5 million, $10 million both up Sales of homes for more than $5 million were up almost 85 per cent this year on the North Shore, said Brent Eilers, a West Vancouver real estate agent with Re/Max Masters Realty. Sales of properties for more than $10 million were up even further – with 16 reported on the North Shore last year.

That’s a significant change, said Eilers.

“If you go back three to five years, you didn’t have very many homes over $10 million,” he said. “So to have this number, that’s a lot.”

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Four-bedroom home in West Vancouver sells for more than $22 million $12.5 million.

Another neighbouring home – a 7,200-square-foot waterfront house designed by architect Brian Hemingway, at 672 Beachview Dr. – was also the top sale in North Vancouver last year, going for $11 million at the end of October.

The second highest sale was another West Coast waterfront home, designed by Russell Hollingsworth, at 2796 Panorama Dr., which sold for $8 million in October.

Continued from page 26 Those doing the buying aren’t worried by pedestrian concerns like passing the mortgage stress tests.

“Those people have money,” said Eilers.

“That market is almost a completely different market.”

Top West Van home sale in 2021 went for $22.7 million According to public real estate records, the top sale on the North Shore last year was a modern 8,800-square-foot waterfront home at 5365 Seaside Place in Caulfeild. Situated on a private, gated peninsula and boasting an infinity pool, outdoor spa and boathouse, the four-bedroom, seven-bathroom home was sold for $22.7 million at the end of August

by Malcolm Hasman at Angell Hasman & Associates Realty Ltd. The home also comes with an annual property tax bill of $103,000.

A private peninsula also proved popular with buyers of another top-priced home at 3190 Travers Ave. in West Bay. The architecturally designed 8,800-square-foot five-bedroom home featuring geothermal heating, a mini-theatre, gym and Jacuzzi sold for $19.2 million in March.

One of West Vancouver’s top assessed homes – a 10,000-square-foot beachfront home at 4351 Erwin Dr. – also sold in March for $18 million – several million dollars under its $21.8 million assessed value.

In the District of North Vancouver, the top North Vancouver assessment continued to be a secluded 14-acre compound in the

This West Vancouver luxury home at 5365 Seaside Place sold for $22.7 million at the end of August. MALCOLM HASMAN, ANGELL HASMAN & ASSOCIATES REALTY LTD. woods above Deep Cove, at 2250 Indian River Cres., assessed at $15.3 million. That’s up from $11.8 million last year. The property includes a 9,000-square-foot custom West Coast home as well as a pond and Japaneseinspired garden, although much of its property value is in its subdivision potential.

Dollarton waterfront most exclusive North Van neighbourhood All of North Vancouver’s other top

assessed properties continue to be found in a neighbourhood on the Dollarton waterfront, on Beachview Drive and Lowry Lane, ranging in value from $10.3 million to $12.5 million.

The second and third top assessments were neighbours within a block of each other on Beachview Drive, a six-bedroom, six-bathroom home at 754 Beachview Dr., valued at just under $12.55 million, and a 10-bedroom home at 828 Beachview Dr. worth just under

Highrise waterfront condos top the lists in North Van City All of the City of North Vancouver’s top 10 assessments were once again waterfront condominiums, ranging in assessed value from just under $4.9 million to just under $9 million.

The top assessment in the city was a penthouse suite in a waterfront condominium tower at 1301-199 Victory Ship Way, assessed at $8.97 million – up from $7.55 million last year. Eight of the top assessed condos were in a neighbouring building at 175 Victory Ship Way. One of those – a 3,000-square-foot sub-penthouse at 905-175 Victory Ship Way – was also the top sale in the City of North Vancouver in 2021, going for $5.5 million in March.

The highest assessment for a single-family home in the city was a five-bedroom, six-bathroom home at 355 Somerset St. The home, built in 2016 in the Tempe Heights neighbourhood, was assessed at $4.3 million.

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Humans can learn a lot from the way animals share in winter LAURA MARIE NEUBERT

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Managing extreme weather has been extraordinarily difficult for humans, but what of the wildlife?

Our family has observed changes both in the forests and in the behaviour, foraging and overwintering habits of black bears, wild cats, coyotes, raccoons, raptors, rodents, and birds. “Bear in Area” signs appear so frequently that they go unnoticed.

Barking dogs alert us when an increasingly habituated bobcat visits our neighbourhood. The cacophony starts dimly, in the distance, at the far end of the easement behind our home, and ends boisterously just over the fence.

The dogs tire eventually, having not noticed that the bobcat had long since traversed the conifer canopy back into the forest.

I feel very privileged to live in such close proximity to wild things, and have no illusions about where wildlife belongs and the critical debt that humans owe in not only protecting forest ecosystems, but in maintaining clear boundaries that keep both humans and animals safe.

Here at home, we have learned

This blackcap chickadee is too tiny to search far and wide for fresh water.

Instead it has learned to share in a garden’s winter bounty. LAURA MARIE NEUBERT to harvest fruit, berries, corn and such just before they are ripe – before larger mammals catch wind of an invitation to dine. As time and financial resources allow, we are replacing old-school ornamental plantings with native shrubs, trees and perennials that provide birds with year-round shelter and nesting materials, plus a seasonally appropriate supply of high energy seeds, berries, pollen and nectar.

Feeding birds cayenne-spiked nuts and seeds as a diet supplement, only during the winter weeks when their natural food sources are unavailable to them, seems the right thing to do, given that we upset their natural balance in the first place. Birds, unlike mammals,

are indifferent to the pain-producing effects of capsaicin, so I don’t worry about inviting unwanted visitors.

During the recent “cold snap of a lifetime,” when natural food sources for birds were buried under snow and ice, and puddles were frozen solid, I woke each morning to find many species of birds cohabiting expectantly under shelter of our outdoor patio kitchen. They were waiting for a pan of fresh water.

I learned during my permaculture education that, during winter, wild birds need fresh clean water as much as they need food. Birds are at risk of dehydration if they expend extraordinary energy searching for water, converting

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snow to water internally, or preening excessively to maintain their insulating puffiness.

At any given time, we have eight sources of clean water in our gardens for the birds, bees, butterflies and small animals. They are placed strategically to provide one or more elements of protection, sustenance, warmth, or cooling shade, and also to encourage the beneficial distribution of poop. One small fountain-style waterer outfitted with a submersible heater and sheltered from the snow, is the usual go-to watering hole on very cold days.

For weeks now, the heated waterer has been frozen solid, packing it in at -15 C. Luckily for the birds, and for us, we were home for the holidays, able to swap out the water pans every few hours as needed, providing some measure of relief for our small feathered and furry friends.

The tiny wild things are reacting to the cold in ways that I have not seen previously. Birds and squirrels of all species and sizes are feeding and drinking together, side by side as if they know that their lives depend on a ceasefire-like spirit of co-operation and community.

At any other time of year, stellar

jays trump towhees and chickadees, towhees trump thrush, and small but mighty Douglas squirrels trump everything including the many-times larger grey and black squirrels, even crows. During these extraordinary days they are making room for each other, sharing equally both the sustenance and the space, taking only what they need.

These tiny and vulnerable teacher creatures, inspired instinctively to stoicism, generosity and equanimity, move me to tears. They bring me joy. They make me laugh.

It goes without saying that nature knows best how to heal our beautiful blue planet. She is showing us again and again in countless extreme and tiny ways that it will take a selfless, ceasefire-like spirit of co-operation and community globally, to repair and maintain a natural balance.

I resolve, this new year, to pay closer attention.

Laura Marie Neubert is a West Vancouver-based urban permaculture designer. Learn more about permaculture by visiting her website upfrontandbeautiful. com, follow her on Instagram @ upfrontandbeautiful or email hello@upfrontandbeautiful.com.

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West Van figure skating judge appointed to Order of Canada CHARLIE CAREY

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Jean Riley Senft is the latest in a long list of worthy recipients to be appointed to the Order of Canada after decades of service to figure skating.

Photo: NVMA 27-522 Hollywood glamour came to the North Shore during the Second World War, as seen in this 1942 photo showing Burrard Dry Dock president Clarence Wallace sharing a drink with Hollywood actor Susan Hayward.

Ms. Hayward visited the shipyards in October 1942 while she was in Vancouver on behalf of a Victory Loan campaign in aid of the war effort. She faced a busy itinerary for her two-day visit, which included visits to the Burrard Shipyards, North Vancouver Ship Repairs, and being appointed honorary mayor of Vancouver for a day.

Other Hollywood celebrities, like Barbara Stanwyck, also visited Vancouver during the war to promote Victory Loans and boost morale.

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West Vancouverite Jean Riley Senft is among 135 new appointments to the Order of Canada, announced Dec. 29. JEAN RILEY SENFT

Games. In 1998, Senft exposed corruption within the judging ranks, and in 2002, it was determined a similar thing was occurring.

“I think I’ve received this order because of the path I took after those Olympics, where I stood up for the right of athletes to have a level playing field, and went all the way to the Court of Arbitration for Sport in Lausanne, Switzerland, to prove that judges were cheating and predetermined results.”

Having solid backing from Skate Canada now, Senft said she feels incredibly humbled by the award.

“The road was often uncomfortable and lonely. And so to have this recognition now, I’m grateful for it.”

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“I actually received a phone call from the Governor General’s Office on November 17. And so I’ve had to keep this a secret for some time,” she said. “I had been receiving so many robo calls from numbers I didn’t recognize and this number I did not recognize, and I almost didn’t answer the call.

But it had a name under it, I didn’t know the name, but I thought maybe this is something I should answer. So I took the call.”

One of 135 new appointments to the Order, Senft was recognized by the Governor General for “her contributions to the sport of figure skating as one of Canada’s leading judges and promoter of fairer judging rules.”

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CapU moving more classes online due to Omicron variant

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With class back in session at Capilano University, most students are attending lectures and seminars virtually.

“We have moved into a shift to more … online learning for this point in time – the first couple of weeks of the term – as we continue to see how our current Omicron reality plays out,” said Laureen Styles, CapU vice-president academic.

“We’re anticipating that there may be substantive illness in the university community.”

Already, the university had delayed the start of the spring semester to allow for more time to plan around the rapidly changing Omicron wave of COVID-19. The move is in effect at all three of the university’s campuses – North Vancouver, CapU Lonsdale and kálax-ay (Sunshine Coast).

The school had shifted to a hybrid approach at the start of the fall semester, with about 30 per cent of classes being taught online. Now that number will be closer to 70 per cent. Styles said students who need to use specific equipment or computers, like in the film, animation or science labs, will be on campus.

The administration has already changed the add/drop and course withdrawal dates to help accommodate

There won’t be as many Capilano University students on the North Vancouver campus this month as Omicron has led administration to move most classes online for the semester’s start. CINDY GOODMAN/NSN students, and Styles said there are ongoing meetings with the Capilano Faculty Association, Capilano Students’ Union and campus staff on further changes.

Since last fall, students and staff have been asked to self-declare their vaccination status to be on campus.

“We’ve got to get a fairly high vaccination rate, I would say, consistent with post-secondary environments, generally,” Styles said.

The university had been pursuing plans for the return of vaccination clinics on campus but Vancouver Coastal Health has since told administrators their resources will be prioritized for mass vaccination clinics now giving out booster doses.

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While many people on the West Coast have been grumbling about shovelling snow off their driveways, local ice climbers have been having a heyday in Squamish.

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This winter’s frigid weather has created pristine and rare ice climbing conditions.

Squamish typically has little or no ice climbing during any time of the year, as rain and warmer weather make it impossible to form the frozen waterfalls or ice-slicked cliffside runnels necessary for the sport.

Tim Emmett, a local professional climber, told The Squamish Chief on Jan. 6 that he hasn’t seen ice climbing conditions this good in his 13 years living in Squamish.

It’s the culmination of several unusual circumstances that happened this season.

It started with the atmospheric river phenomenon.

“There was loads and loads ... of precipitation, so there was a lot of water in the ground before the cold snap came in. And then when it got cold, it got cold really slowly, which is unusual. So you’ve got this combination – lots of groundwater and the slow freeze, and

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Niall Hamill reaches the belay on the crux pitch of the Jungle Warfare M6 WI5 climb in Squamish. SAM EASTMAN then it was cold for ages,” said Emmett.

“It’s, like, the ultimate ice climbing or ice-forming conditions.”

As a result, areas where ice is normally inconsistent were frozen solid, opening up a gateway of possibilities.

Some areas of the Smoke Bluffs were encased in ice sheets, allowing for mixed climbing.

The top of the Sea to Sky Gondola also provided places for ice climbers to play. The Squamish Valley, too, saw its share of ascents.

Perhaps the most obvious formation can be seen from the highway. Shannon Falls was completely frozen over, and, as a result, climbed this season.

Also very visible from the highway was the Stawamus Chief, where ice sheets formed in places, allowing for its share of ascents.

As one example, a party managed to perform a rare mixed rock and ice climb up the Apron of the Chief, following the general direction of Over the Rainbow.

That distinction belongs to JeanMarc Savoie and Niall Hamill, who topped out that climb on New Year’s Eve. Hamill said that his partner came up with the idea to link several routes in the area of Over the Rainbow, normally a 5.9 route in the summer.

“We were climbing in some sort of bushy, and, sometimes, mossy terrain, connecting strips of snow and ice that were just barely enough to make it reasonable,” said Hamill.

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The proposal is to: • subdivide the site into two lots; and • retain and relocate the existing identified heritage building (the “Clegg House”) to the proposed southern lot and add a secondary suite on the lower level, and add a coach house, and a detached garage with suite above; and • add a new principal dwelling and garage on the proposed northern lot.

A total of five residential units are proposed.

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STARTING A NEW CHAPTER

West Vancouver’s first climate writer in residence lands at Memorial Library CHARLIE CAREY

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Starting last week and through to the end of March, northern Dene writer from Yellowknives First Nation Katłįà (Catherine) Lafferty will look to give voice to the climate crisis with an Indigenous perspective, both through writing and holding events. Lafferty will also be working on her own writing project during the residency.

“My vision for engaging the community during the residence at the library will be to start by hosting open and interactive sharing circles with members of West Vancouver’s community, including different spaces for youth and seniors to gather input on what they hope to learn from me during the residency,” Lafferty said.

Lafferty’s memoir Northern Wildflower was the top-selling book in the Northwest Territories when it was released in 2018. Her recently released novel Land-Water-Sky/Ndè-Ti-Yat’a was nominated for an Indigenous Voices Award.

The residency position is funded by a grant from the provincial government’s BC Safe Restart Fund for Local Governments program. The grant is part of the BC Economic Recovery Plan, which sought to create jobs and opportunities, support strong communities, and act on climate change.

Lafferty said she applied for the residency program as a way to lend her strengths as a writer to those trying to find ways to make sense of the issues surrounding the climate crisis, and to spark an “enthusiasm” that might prompt communities to join in efforts to mitigate climate change.

“My latest novel Land-Water-Sky, I’ve been told, is considered by readers to be a timely book on the importance of respecting the natural world. It covers the topic of environmental injustice through the dispossession of land, the witnessing of climate change in the north, and the capitalistic nature of the industrial revolution that has not left much room for the natural world to coexist,” Lafferty said.

“It’s through this type of storytelling I believe I can assist library participants to join me during this residency and open themselves to learning from Indigenous knowledge holders about the intricate details of nature from a storied perspective on why it is important to honour and reciprocate what nature has to offer and listen to what it is asking of us.”

Personally, Lafferty notes Potawatomi writer Robin Wall Kimmerer’s book Braiding Sweetgrass to be one of the most impactful books she’s read when it comes to climate

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change and the environment.

“It focuses on the natural world, based on her memories of Indigenous knowledge systems growing up.

Kimmerer is able to give us detailed insight into solutions on how to go back to caring for the land once again and learning how to live in the essence of nature rather than considering ourselves separate from it.”

She suggests that it’s one of the books people should be reading right now, as it has an innate ability to bring readers into a world that is respectful of nature.

“Through this book we learn that a strawberry is not only delicious, but it is also connected to our heart. We learn that a swamp has qualities that go far beyond the unpleasant sight of it. This book is a gift because it teaches us how to see with more than just our eyes. It breaks down ecology into simple yet complex inner workings in a way that helps us to see the interconnectivity of nature and incorporate these principles of nature into our everyday lives.”

Lafferty said she looks forward to holding writing group exercises during her residency, specifically one which would guide the group into writing a short story from a natural world perspective.

“By giving nature a voice, we remember that it too is a character and not just the backdrop of a story. In fact, unlike any other characters, nature it is not only one part of the story, it connects with all characters and without it we can’t exist and for that reason we must take care of it in order to take care of ourselves collectively.

“Tackling climate change starting from the strong roots of Indigenous

world views in caring for the land, water and animals is where we must begin if we want to heal the earth.”

Excited to work with West Van’s youth, Lafferty said that even though they may be worried about the future, there is always hope.

“Change can sometimes happen slower than we want it to but there are people all over the world coming together for a cause that is greater than ourselves and in that we can feel some sense of assurance that things are moving in the right direction,” she said.

“We desperately need the youth of tomorrow to help leaders invent and accept new technologies to replace the old industrial revolution and move towards a change that is greater than ourselves. One that is not focused on profit, capitalization or archaic policies but on working together for the greater good.”

WVML’s head of community experience, Tara Matsuzaki, said Lafferty’s expertise will help to further the library’s work around the climate crisis.

“Given the recent extreme weather events we’ve been seeing, this work feels more important than ever,” she said.

A welcoming event for Lafferty will be held on Saturday Jan. 22, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., via Zoom. The event includes a traditional welcome, a moderated question-and-answer period and a reading from Lafferty. More details can be found at the Memorial Library website.

Charlie Carey is the News’ Indigenous and civic affairs reporter. This reporting beat is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative.

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March 29, 1911 - January 10, 2008

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SYMONS, Joshua C. Jun 19, 1983 − Jan 15, 2019

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BLANCARD, Paulette Estelle Marie Ange October 4, 1946 − December 20, 2021 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Paulette Blancard of North Vancouver. Paulette (aka PoPo or Po) is predeceased by her father Henri; mother Estelle; brothers Henry and Basil; sister Iris; and dear friend Viv. She is survived by her brother Roger; sister−in−law Bonnie; niece Kim (Cameron); nephew Mark (Kristine); goddaughters Michelle (Trevor) and Nicole (Pawel); great−niece Tyler; great−nephews Connor, Henry, and Andrew; and almost grandchildren Melia, Rees and Kelsa; as well as many other family and friends. Paulette was born in Vancouver and spent her early years at the Jericho army camp. After moving to North Vancouver, she attended Saint Thomas Aquinas High School and completed Grade 13 at North Van High. She worked at numerous dry cleaners, including Goody’s and Lions Gate Leather Care and briefly owned Norgate Cleaners. She also spent time working at a bakery. She was lucky to retire at the age of 50. Anyone who knew PoPo was drawn to her great sense of humour, love of puns and endless kindness. Thank you to the North Shore Home Care team, especially Loida. Rest easy our "Merry Angel". Love forever and ever....Amen.

Donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.

Jack Forster was a man of compassion, generosity, wisdom and integrity. During his long life of over 99 years, he touched many lives and left the world a better place.

He was born in Alberta in 1922 and raised on a ranch. He attended schools in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba and John (Jack) Forster later enrolled in the 1922 - 2021 University of Alberta, graduating with distinction, with a Civil Engineering degree in 1944. He followed with a Masters degree in Hydraulic Engineering from the University of Iowa in 1946. His engineering career took him to Alberta, Sao Paulo Brazil, Quebec, northern BC, Madison Wisconsin and finally Vancouver BC. His most recent position was Manager of Hydroelectric Design at BC Hydro. Jack always took his responsibilities to serve the public very seriously and worked with high personal ethics and moral standards.

Besides his professional career, Jack enjoyed his hobby of photography for many years, photographing weddings, community and church events, family gatherings and nature. His gallery showing of “Appreciation of Creation” highlighted his eye for beauty and artistry. He also enjoyed gardening, hiking, and running, and was involved in activities at West Van United and North Shore Alliance churches, the local Community Centre and gym. Jack made friends easily and nurtured friendships formed throughout his life. At the age of 99 he was still in touch with friends from his childhood and university years, and from all the areas he worked in, still actively interested in them and the details of their lives.

Jack met Bernice Opgarden when they were teenagers, and his marriage to her in 1947 lasted more than seventy years. Bernice was the source of his greatest joy and inspiration throughout his life. He honoured and loved her as his wife and life companion and the mother and grandmother of their family. They had four children, seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, who brought them much happiness and enjoyment. He was pre-deceased

by Bernice, and leaves to mourn three daughters (Elaine, Marilyn and Beverly) and one son (Marc) as well as his dear sister (Marjorie) in Calgary.

The family is especially thankful and would like to express their appreciation for the kindness of the care staff at The Mayfair in Abbotsford, where he and Bernice lived since 2015.

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BURNS, Robert Douglas July 02, 1952 − December 21, 2021 Robert was born to Stanley and Helen Burns on the 2nd of July in 1952 at the North Vancouver General Hospital. He died peacefully from natural causes at his home in Lynn Valley on the 21st of December, 2021. He lived his entire life in North Vancouver, never more than a few kilometres from his childhood home high up on Beaver Road above Delbrook. Robert made trips "over town" to Vancouver for work, entertainment and shopping.

After graduating from Carson Graham Senior Secondary School, Robert had a series of jobs including, Fields Department Store, District of North Vancouver maintenance crew, the Adult Rehabilitative Centre and Tomahawk Barbeque. He finally settled down for 30 years as the Production Assistant for the Arts Club Theatre in Vancouver.

Robert was a gifted singer, especially of show tunes. He owned many recordings, ranging from Joni Mitchell and David Bowie through classical music to favourites like "Queen of the Night" from The Magic Flute opera.

Robert was an experienced hiker and climbed many peaks of the Coast Mountains, including the West Lion. Road trips often involved tent camping at provincial campgrounds. The picnic table was set in style for dinner with candelabra. Visits to the Okanagan included winery tours.

In the 1990s, Robert became part of the North Van Bus Buddies, a group of regular commuters on the same SeaBus trip every morning. This led to potluck suppers, parties and Robbie Burns Day dinners. Having shared his name with the Scottish poet, Robert embraced his heritage with a kilt in the Burns plaid. A classy dresser, he would always show up at any dinner or event wearing his best finery. He wore his kilt proudly, including as a rainbow flag bearer for the vintage bus in many pride parades.

Robert’s survivors include: his partner Angus, sister Carol (Norman), brothers John (Janet) and Timothy (Elaine), sister Mary, nieces Rebecca (Neil), Kimberly (Tom), Melissa (Zac), Alice (Rick), Sharon (Rick), and nephew Doug (Shirley), along with many grand nephews and nieces and good friends near and far.

He is missed greatly by all of us. A "wee dram of Scotch" or a glass of fine wine would be an appropriate farewell toast to Robert. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Robert’s life will be held at a later date.

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KALEKS, George January 9, 1936 − December 28, 2021

GLAVIN, John Harrington February 12, 1925 - December 31, 2021 With heavy hearts the family announce the death of John (“Jack”) Glavin in his 96th year. Beloved husband to Elizabeth Glavin (nee Ritchie) for 64 years. He will be deeply missed by his three children Christine Cathcart (Pat) of Richmond, BC; Gibson (Audrey) of Sherwood Park, AB; and Jim (Suzanne) of Winnipeg. John was the much-loved grandfather (“PapaTie”) of Elizabeth (Sean), Sean, Liam and Andrew of EdmontonSherwood Park; Kathleen (Robert) of Vancouver and Kristin of Winnipeg; as well as the proud greatgrandfather of Kian and Alice of Sherwood Park.

George Kaleks, age 85, passed away on December 28, 2021. He is survived by many loving individuals, including his daughter Valeria Davenport and his son Robert Kaleks. George was a kind and compassionate man with an incredible sense of humour. Everyone who worked with George in the City of North Vancouver knew this to be true.

George will be dearly missed and always remembered.

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John was the son of Elizabeth Mary Glavin (nee Turton) and John Andrew Glavin and is survived by his dear brother Gerry Glavin of Ottawa, as well as many cousins in and around the Ottawa region. In addition to being predeceased by his parents, he was also predeceased by his cherished grandson Brendan (2002).

The great depression was a difficult time for all, and it resulted in the estrangement from the home of John’s father. This left John’s mother Elizabeth (“Bessie”), John and toddler Gerry facing very challenging times and it was many years before all three could live under one roof together again, but it brought a commitment of love to each other that endured. John made extra money as a young boy by delivering newspapers and other commodities around Ottawa’s “Glebe” area and took whatever other work he could to contribute to the family’s well-being.

After turning 17 in February of 1942, John joined the Canadian war effort and served in the Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Air Force and the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve (RCNVR). His service in the RCNVR, took him into the North Atlantic theatre, until his discharge in February of 1946. His service to his country in uniform was a source of great pride to John and he maintained support and great interest in anyone who undertook to place their country ahead of their own personal interests. John was awarded the Volunteer Service Medal, the Atlantic Star, the British Defence Medal and the Victory Medal.

John worked steadily anywhere work was available in the post war years until he began a 40-year career in the general insurance industry (C.I.P.C. designation) with the Dominion of Canada General Insurance Group in Ottawa, Winnipeg and lastly in Vancouver. John was appointed the General Manager of the company’s B.C. branch in May of 1956, a position he held until 1991 when he was appointed a Director of the Dominion of Canada in his last year before retirement. John continued his work within the general insurance industry when he was appointed a life Chartered Arbitrator (C.Arb.) and he spent many years adjudicating industry conflict where he earned the respect of all who appeared before him for his firm but fair approach to arbitration and his well-reasoned decisions and awards. Out of respect by his peers, John was recognized with the first ever awarding of the Insurance Person of the Year honour in B.C. in 1992. This was the award that John was humbled to receive and which he treasured in his later years, as he maintained contact with a vast number of former employees and colleagues who continued to seek his advice on both personal and professional matters.

It was during his time in Winnipeg in the early 1950’s that John met Elizabeth, a teacher, who was to share the rest of her life with him. They were married in Roblin, Manitoba in 1957 where Elizabeth had been raised, and moved to Vancouver and then North Vancouver where they built the home that they would raise their three children in. They loved their home at “495” and it was a point of pride that they designed every aspect of this beautiful “post and beam” home and yard, filling it with all the love, comfort and support they could so that their children felt cared for and secure. When full retirement finally came in his 70’s, John and Elizabeth began a new stage in life of “seeing the world.” As a couple, they took to the seas and embarked upon many chartered cruises throughout the world and loved the wining and dining and sights they had always dreamed of seeing together. Good health made it possible to keep up this lifestyle well into their late 80’s. John’s final few years were spent at the Lynn Valley Care Centre in North Vancouver, with Elizabeth still at his side where their shared a suite.

John was a man of honour. His word was his bond to all. He was fiercely loyal to friends and supported anyone who he saw was seeking to work hard and improve their situation and the lives of their fellow human beings. He also possessed a deep and gentle heart and was first to visit and help friends and acquaintances who found themselves fallen upon hard times or come into poor health. The family would like to thank the support staff and medical team at Lynn Valley Care Centre for their thoughtful and comprehensive care during Dad’s final years.

In remembrance of John, donations can be made to the “Canadian Naval Memorial Trust” at: HMCS Sackville, PO Box 99000, Stn Forces, Halifax NS B3K 5X5, Charitable number: 11883 4720 RR0001.

Cremation has taken place. A memorial will be held in North Vancouver at Highlands United Church at a later date. Online condolences may be shared at the First Memorial Funeral Services (Lynn Valley) web site, North Vancouver, BC.

WATTON, Barbara Lois (nee Filmore/Hickson) Mum was born in Winnipeg on Tuesday, July 25, 1933, out of wedlock, to Mary Hickson and Percy Beddome. Regardless of the circumstance, she was welcomed and loved by many aunts, uncles, and grandparents with whom she spent memorable times on the family farm in Brandon. When mum was still a toddler, Mary married Sidney Filmore who adopted and raised her as his own.

Several years later the family was complete with the arrival of her little brother, Sidney. Mum attended Gordon Bell High School where she was in the chorus of The Pirates of Penzance. Thus began her love of theatre which she passed on to her family with many trips to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre and seasons tickets to The Arts Club with friends Bill and Jean Powrie. After high school, mum completed secretarial training. In 1954, unbeknownst to her, friends entered her into the Miss Winnipeg Goldeyes competition and although she refused to participate in the swimsuit portion of the competition, she won! In 1957, urged by her friend, Dianne McDonald, she became the first non-RN stewardess for Trans Canada Airlines and was off to be based in Montreal. She loved her adopted city as well as her many flights and layovers in the Maritimes and Boston, where she enjoyed lobster for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. She eventually transferred to Vancouver where she met dad. He was a player travelling with the BC Lions Football Club, and mum was the stewardess. They were married in 1959 and three children followed. After a stint living in Hamilton, where dad played for The Tiger Cats, mum and dad settled in North Vancouver.

They bought the first house they viewed, in Norgate, where they made lifelong friends. In 1972, they moved to Edgemont where they lived for almost 50 years in the house on the creek at the corner of Sunset and Emerald. Throughout their marriage mum worked part-time including in Ladies Sportswear at the original Eaton’s store in Vancouver, then at the Pacific Centre and Park Royal locations. In her 40’s, she obtained her driver’s license and started Geppetto’s Cottage Crafts. The business employed the entire family and many neighbourhood mums making Spice Ropes, thousands of which were sold across the country. That little business led to a waterfront cottage on Whidbey Island which led to yet another business - importing military surplus from Washington State. In her early 50’s, with the prodding of her great friend, fellow stewardess, and bridesmaid, Marlene Clarke, mum returned to Air Canada, in the YVR Medical Office, where she worked for several years. She then obtained a Real Estate License and became a top realtor with Mitten Prudential Sussex Realty. Mum eventually retired, but she remained busy with six grandchildren, volunteering at Children’s and Lions Gate Hospitals, cheering her Canucks, attending Rod Stewart, Il Divo, and The Tenors concerts, tending the family property in Kelowna and lots of travel. She had a passion for cruising and shared this with her children and grandchildren with journeys to the Caribbean, Alaska, New Zealand/Australia, the Mediterranean, and even after her memory began to fail, a final treasured voyage to Hawaii in 2017. Mum passed away at the Waterford Care Centre in Tsawwassen on January 2nd, 2022. She is survived

by Ron, her husband of 62 years, daughter Susan (Warren Tucker, Katrina and Morgan), son Ronald (children Sierra and Colby), and daughter Leslie (Victor Hammill, William and Victoria). In memory of mum, enjoy some See’s Chocolates (but she didn’t have a sweet tooth ??), indulge in a favourite food (an oyster omelette, savory French toast, a plate of perogies, a bubbled-up cheese sandwich with onion, or anything with butter) or consider a donation to the BC Cancer Agency or BC Children’s Hospital. Years ago, the night before mum’s Aunty Josie passed, Josie had a dream that her father, mum’s grandfather, had come to her. He said, “come on up Josie, we’re having a party”. With many loved ones to welcome her, Mum has now joined the party.

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KLASSEN, David Robert September 22, 1963 - December 29, 2021

We are heartbroken to share with you the tragic loss of Caroline Helbig and Michael (Mike) Sharp when a tree fell on their West Vancouver home during a windstorm on Sunday, January 2nd, 2022.

David Klassen passed away at the age of 58, after a six-month battle with cancer. He is survived by his children, Zoe (13) and Logan (9), as well as his parents, Robert and Lynn Klassen, his sister, Janis and brother, Mark.

COPLEY, Donald Reg Donald Reg Copley of West Vancouver died peacefully at home on January 1, 2022. He was born in Toronto on December 4, 1928 to Hazel Alice and William Frederick Copley. Donald was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Edna Mae Copley, his mother and father, Hazel and William Copley, and his brother and sister-in-law, Arthur and Sally Copley. Donald was a devoted husband, son and brother, and a loving father to seven children and grandfather to ten grandchildren. He was a decorated Korean War veteran, a dedicated physician, an accomplished artist, a skilled pilot, a wonderful writer and storyteller, a natural educator, a trusted colleague, and the best father and grandfather one could ever hope for. He did all of this and so much more with grace, kindness and a gentle spirit right to the end. Don is survived by his children Kimberlie Horobec (David), Christopher Copley (Maureen), Alison Mironuk (Allen), Karen Vagvolgyi (Andras), Katherine Copley, James Copley and Shelley Robertson and by his grandchildren Shanelle, Andrew and Larissa Horobec, Catherine Copley, Lauren and Thomas Mironuk, Tiemen and Kristina Vagvolgyi, and Ava and Tyler Robertson. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation or The George Derby Centre. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, January 15th, at 11 AM at St. Anthony’s Catholic Parish.

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Caroline and Mike leave behind family and so many friends who loved them dearly; their son Alex; Caroline’s mom Maria; Caroline’s sister Monika (Steve Frangos) and nieces Becca and Sara; Mike’s sister Barb Low (Randy-deceased); nephew Cameron; niece Colleen and grand-niece Sierra, and Mike’s brother David Sharp (Bev); grand-niece Loradana; grand-nephew Isaiah and nephews Seanan (Sara), Ian (Nathania) and nieces Joella (Topher), Kalindi (Sam) and families.

Caroline and Mike always brought fun, laughter and adventure to the table. They were a kind, generous and welcoming couple to their family and large circle of friends. They were wonderful parents to Alex and devoted aunt and uncle to their nieces and nephews. They were passionate travelers; Caroline was an extraordinary trip planner and then spent countless hours sharing their adventures on her fantastic travel blog.

Mike was the consummate host, a dedicated volunteer, teller of bad jokes and puns and always on top of what was happening in the world. Mike loved hockey; he was a former coach and president of the West Vancouver Minor Hockey Association and was the goaltender for various West Vancouver hockey teams.

Caroline was enthusiastic in all her life endeavours being a wonderful mom to Alex, caregiver to her mom, travel writing, figure skating, volunteering, planning her next trip (there were many), adventuring with her extraordinary group of gal pals and dancing Zumba. She shared a special bond with her favourite (and only) sister Monika; annual family trips with Mike, Steve, Alex, Sara and Becca were lovingly referred to as Griswold family vacations.

LEFROY, Patricia Elizabeth (nee Parrish) April 22, 1953 - December 6, 2021 After a courageous battle with cancer, Pat sailed off into the sunset on December 6, 2021, at home with her family by her side.

She was a loving and devoted wife to Stephen, mother to Caitlin (Mark Payerl) and Alyssa, and proud Nana to Benjamin and Ryan Payerl.

Pat was a free spirit who wore flowers in her hair and bold, one-of-a-kind jewelry. She had a joyful and vibrant spirit that brightened any space and touched many lives. Pat was a self-taught artist, lifelong learner and gardener who loved being in nature. She was active in the community, enjoyed spending time with loved ones and long walks by the water with her beloved dog Charlie.

A Celebration of Life will be planned later in the spring in West Vancouver when gathering becomes more accessible and we are ready to share stories, laughter and tears. We will be creating a photobook of memories over the coming weeks and will share this with family and friends. Other plans include a commemorative bench for Caroline and Mike (they loved to hike), a hockey scholarship in Mike’s name and a writing scholarship in Caroline’s name.

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Motorcycle racing was a big part of his life. In over 2 decades of racing, Dave won numerous Amateur and Professional Championships. Dave was a wellliked and well-respected competitor in both Canada and the US, with multiple track records as well.

Following in his father’s footsteps, Dave worked as an electrician. He spent many years working in the film industry, as well as commercial construction and later had his own electrical contracting company. As an adult he mastered the piano and enjoyed writing music.

His family, and many long-time friends can attest to his loyalty and sense of humour. He will be greatly missed by all.

The family wishes to recognize the great effort made by very special friends Kim Swedberg and Mike Power, Bernie Ryan, Robin Campbell, and Reno Pellegrin, who lovingly helped ease his passing. Memorial to be held by invitation, at a future time. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of choice.

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Ghodsi was born on March 21, 1928 in Tehran, Iran; she lived in Tehran and London before finally settling in West Vancouver in 1982 with her family.

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An artist by nature, Ghodsi was an accomplished musician and singer by the early age of 16, who played piano and violin in philharmonic orchestras and sung many operas throughout her musical career. After having kids and establishing our family, she sought to employ her strengths in public relations and people management. Her career spanned various government branches, including the Ministry of Planning and Development.

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David’s passion, first and foremost, were his children. As a loving, dedicated and supportive father, being Zoe and Logan’s Dad meant everything to him.

• The commemorative bench for Caroline and

A celebration of life will follow in the late spring or early summer. In lieu of flowers, please consider supporting Arts & Culture in North Vancouver through the North Vancouver Arts Council in her name.

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As a lover of literature, she was an active member of the Children’s Book Council for many years, introducing many Persian and foreign authors to Persian children via translations and publications. In her golden years in Vancouver, she earned the Life Master title in Bridge, winning multiple tournaments, and hosting periodic games at her house, with friends and bridge-partners. She always enjoyed entertaining guests and hosted many memorable dinner parties, regularly highlighted by her incredible, elaborate cooking.

She was an accomplished and well-loved woman; we will miss her deeply as our mother, and as grandmother to our children. Her spirit lives on in our hearts.

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MIDDLETON, Robert Kirby March 14, 1934 − December 29, 2021

Sheena McDonald Kermack Menzies died at home in West Vancouver, BC. She was born in 1942 in Blackhall, Edinburgh, Scotland, to James and Mary Troup (nee Kermack), and is survived by husband, Jim, daughters Susan (Jay) Timmerman and Katrina (Ian) Johnston, and beloved grandchildren Keir and Jill. A middle child [survived by brothers Angus and Duncan (Alison) of Edinburgh] in a close −knit community, Sheena always had a zest for life and was active early on, taking up tennis as a girl. In 1958 she asked Jim to dance at a youth event, the start of their life together. Sheena studied to become a registered nurse and midwife at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary and after qualifying in 1965, married Jim in 1966. They started their married life in London, but within a few months saw a newspaper ad for a job in Freetown, Sierra Leone and soon were on a boat to Africa. In Sierra Leone, Sheena’s claim to fame was becoming the 1972 Ladies National Singles Tennis Champion. After seven years in Freetown and with a growing family and continued predilection for adventure, Jim and Sheena moved to Canada in 1973, first to North Vancouver, then, three years later, to Kelowna.

They spent 29 years in Kelowna, embedding themselves in the community and experiencing many happy times with cherished friends. During this time, Sheena continued to enjoy tennis with friends, got her BSc in nursing and was awarded a Rotary Paul Harris Fellowship for her success in raising funds towards eliminating polio. She spent many years in charge of the labour and delivery unit at Kelowna General Hospital and went on to become a hospital supervisor, all while making a home for her family and doing what she could to be there for others. Summer holiday memories were made at Green Lake in the Cariboo with the Parker clan of North Vancouver. In 2006, with characteristic spontaneity, Sheena and Jim moved to West Vancouver to be close to their grandchildren. Their retirement brought many happy holidays, particularly winters in Kauai. Illness attended, but did not define, Sheena most of her life. As a nurse and as a person, it was her warm, caring personality that came through. She was loved by those who met her, often getting hugs from people she hardly knew. Quite simply, she cared with a capital ’C’ and all else flowed from this.

Most of all she was the centre of her family’s world and the light and foundation of Jim’s life. Her legacy is a little bit more love in this world. As her final act of giving, Sheena donated her body to medical research and education. Special thanks to the wonderful VCH home care team who cared for Sheena in her final days and to Dr. Maureen Seliski, who provided such great care in the last 15 years of Sheena’s life.

Bob was Promoted to Glory on December 29, 2021, after a brief illness.

At 88 years, passed away peacefully at Creekstone Care Centre in North Vancouver, BC on January 3, 2022 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

Generous, fun−loving, sentimental, and humorous, Bob was a gregarious personality who established many cherished friendships. Bob was an avid reader and a World War II historian. He was a gifted public speaker, a meticulous chronicler, a captivating storyteller, a tennis player with a mean serve, a sharp−dressed man, a restaurant connoisseur, and a welcoming host. Bob was also a purveyor of polished shoes, elegant watches, flip phones, shiny cars, lemon tarts and rom−com movies. He was a loving husband, a devoted father, a doting "Pop" (grandfather) and a loyal friend. Bob was the quintessential gentleman.

She is survived by her son Michael Rosborough and grandchildren, Melissa, Matthew and Jessica Rosborough of Irvine, California, her sister Helen Hill of Ottawa, Ontario, and her nephews Gene, Ross and Steven and niece Jocelyn Rheaume of Ottawa Ontario, and nephews Mark and David Rheaume of Toronto, Ontario.

Bob was a dedicated manager at BC Tel for 40 years, working in the legal and real estate departments. A lifelong member of the Salvation Army Church, he was greatly admired for the sweet sound he produced on his soprano cornet, which he played for seven decades. In retirement, Bob’s favourite pastime was picking up his granddaughters from school and chauffeuring them to their many activities while singing "golden oldies," telling jokes and reminiscing of his younger days.

Bob was predeceased by his wife, Joan (1985).

Bob is survived by his wife Penny; daughters Melanie and Tracy (Bart Green); granddaughters Madeleine and Isabelle Green; sisters Nancy (George) McLachlan and Marion Adkins; stepsons Chris and Daryl Downie; and grandchildren Raina, Kaiden, Noah and Ryan Downie; as well as many nieces, nephews and treasured friends.

ROSBOROUGH, Evelyn Mary (nee Gessler)

Evelyn was predeceased by her first husband, Donald Rosborough in 1984 and her second husband, Hans Krause in 2001. Her sister, Irene Gessler passed away in 2007.

Born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan to Steven and Maria (aka Mimi) Gessler, Evelyn was a resident of West Vancouver, BC for almost 40 years. A graduate of the University of Saskatchewan, Evelyn was a social worker in Saskatchewan and Manitoba before moving to BC. Prior to the beginning of her struggle with dementia, Evelyn was an insurance broker for Chambers Olson, Ltd. of Vancouver for over 20 years. Evelyn had an intense passion for politics and the Liberal party and was a candidate for MLA in Winnipeg in the 1969 Manitoba Provincial election and served as President of the Liberal Party of BC in 1977.

A celebration of Evelyn’s life will be held on the North Shore in May 2022. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of British Columbia.

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GIVE The more you give, The more you get, The more you laugh,

"The song is ended, but the melody lingers on...."

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The less you fret.

The more you do unselfishly.

The more you live abundantly.

SYMONS, Dorothy Irene 1925 - 2021

FISCHER, MARCO August 21, 1942 − December 22, 2021 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Marco Fischer announces his peaceful passing on December 22, 2021.

Marco will be lovingly remembered for his brilliant mind, his many years at BC Hydro, his love of the outdoors, his unbiased caring and kindness towards all, his delicious cooking, his Christmas cookies, playing beautiful Swiss songs on the guitar, and his unbeatable bear hugs. He leaves behind incredible memories of his life in Switzerland and Canada.

Born December 18, 1925 to parents Ernest and Lucy. Always kind and friendly, she will be lovingly remembered by the Foster, Down, Speers and Hampton families, as well as her lifetime friends in Lynn Valley and Britain.

Special thanks to all the staff of Cedarview Lodge, for their wonderful care of Dorothy.

A Celebration of Life will be planned in the near future when it is safe to travel and gather.

In lieu of flowers, a donation to Lynn Valley United Church or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

The more of everything you share, The more you’ll always have to spare.

The more you love, the more you’ll find, That life is good and friends are kind.

For only what we give away, Enriches us from day to day.

Teresa Piercey-Gates

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REMEMBRANCES OBITUARIES

OBITUARIES

FUNERAL SERVICES

North Shore’s Only Family Owned Funeral Provider TYCHONIC, Lorna Gertrude (nee Tait) 1924 - 2021

WHELAN, Sir William (Bill) Patrick

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Sadly, Lorna passed away peacefully on Monday December 13, 2021 at the age of 97 in North Vancouver.

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Sir William (Bill) Patrick Whelan of North Vancouver, who passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 19, 2021 at the age of 93.

Lorna was predeceased by her husband Alex of 33 years in 2003 and stepsons Terry and Ian Tychonic.

Funeral mass and interment will be at 11 AM, February 12, 2022 at St Pius X Catholic Church in North Vancouver.

Lorna is survived by her stepson Brian Tychonic and wife Darlene of Calgary. She is also survived by five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.

Born July 27, 1928 in Dublin, Ireland, Bill was one of six children and the only boy. He grew up during very difficult times in Europe and he felt there was a better life to be had overseas, so he left on the first ship available which brought him to Canada in 1953.

Lorna was born in Victoria, BC on October 29, 1924.

At a very young age her parents moved to Vancouver where they lived until their passing. Lorna and Alex were married in July of 1970 and moved to Kitsilano in Vancouver where they began their life together.

Two years later they moved to the British Properties in West Vancouver, residing there until their retirement. Lorna and Alex retired to Palm Springs, California, then moved to Palm Desert, California for five years. They enjoyed their retirement years in the sun and made many close friends. Lorna loved this time in their life.

His soon to be wife Carmel followed, and they were married March, 1954 in Toronto and together raised 6 children on a journey that started in Montreal. Bill and Carmel’s first three children Kathy, Carolyn and Patrick were born in Toronto.

Then, in the early 1960’s the family moved to Edmonton AB. where Mark, Colin and Brian were born. Bill and Carmel finally settled in North Vancouver in 1969 and both remained there for the rest of their lives.

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Bill’s family first values made him a successful husband, father, brother, business leader, teacher and mentor. His philanthropic donations to the Catholic Church of his time, money, experience, skill and talent kept him at peace through his last years.

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Upon returning to West Vancouver they moved to Caulfeild. After Alex’s passing Lorna moved into a condo in Stonecliff, West Vancouver in 2005 where she resided until September 2021, when she suffered complications from a fall.

Lorna enjoyed living on her own and had many friends who visited throughout the years. Lorna enjoyed dinners they brought over and outings that they went on. She was known for her tea parties.

Lorna was always grateful for these acts of kindness.

Lorna will be missed by her family and friends.

Rest in Peace.

Due to covid, no service is planned at this time.

Survived by 5 of his 6 children, 12 grandchildren, a niece and nephew, Bill loved to spend time with his children and grandchildren. The highlight of Bill’s week was preparing Sunday dinners that often gathered 15 where you could see his immense pride. Bill loved to play golf, fish, garden and travel.

If he wasn’t in the kitchen or at church, you could always find dad on the links at Seymour Golf chasing birdies.

A very special thank you to Cedar Springs Retirement Living and the Berkeley Care Centre (Kiwanis Care) staff for the excellent care you provide to all your residents. Donations to St. Pius X Catholic Church parish in lieu of flowers, are greatly appreciated.

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A devout Catholic his entire life and involved in Knights of Columbus, Project Advance and the Christopher Leadership Course to name a few.

Bill’s proudest accomplishment within his calling was when he was knighted by the pope as a Knight of the Holy Sepulchre, where he achieved the rank of Knight Commander with Star.

Trained as a welder in Dublin, he came to Canada and went straight to work in the airline industry for DE Haviland, then moving to building truck trailers.

He remained in the transportation industry, ultimately a successful business owner, until he retired. Bill employed many people who became an integral part of Bill’s life through life-long relationships and mentoring many, who went on to become successful business people.

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One Final

Gift

Scatter me not to restless winds, Nor toss my ashes to the sea.

Remember now those years gone by When loving gifts I gave to thee.

Remember now the happy times The family ties we shared.

Don’t leave my resting place unmarked As though you never cared.

Deny me not one final gift For all who come to see A single lasting proof that says I loved... & you loved me.

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COMMUNITY

MARKETPLACE

HOME SERVICES

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Antique and Collectibles Show Sunday, January 16th Come and enjoy yourself with a variety of dealers specializing in all sorts of Antiques & Collectibles and hard to find items.

Books, postcards, china, paintings, radios, old tools, linens and much more.

Admission price: $4.00 (10:00 am – 4:00 pm) Early Birds: $15.00 (8:00 am)

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Something else you’d like to sell?

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RETIREMENT Dr. H. Naesgaard regrettably retires on 31−Dec−2021.

Please contact her office regarding your file, giving your email/home address and permission to use them.

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